All Day

Patriot Passport Program

Oakland Ruth Enlow Library 6 N 2nd St, Oakland

Visit a branch of the Ruth Enlow Library in Garrett County. Pick up a Passport Card. Visit each library find the Patriot unique to that town. Get a sticker for your passport. Make the Garrett County Historical Society Museum your last stop. Read about an Oakland Patriot. Get a sticker. And deposit your passport to be entered into a drawing on Aug 24th for a great prize. Event by Youghiogheny Glades Chapter, NSDAR

Free

End-of-Summer Sale at masterpiece structures

Summer is winding down—and these savings won’t be here much longer!masterpiece structures' End-of-Summer Sale ends August 31, so now is the time to find the extra space you’ve been needing. We have a great selection of buildings on the lot, with many ready for delivery in just 7–10 business days.Stop by our McHenry location to explore the possibilities, or call, text, or message Renée — The Shed Lady for pricing, payment options, and help finding the right building for you. Located in McHenry with PRICES WORTH STOPPING FOR!Browse available inventory and try out our exclusive 3D builder at: www.masterpiecestructures.com

Needlework

Needlework
Ruth Enlow Library - Accident 106 S. North Street, Accident

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework group! We meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. All age groups and skill levels are welcome, so come meet other sewing enthusiasts and make new friends, stitch by stitch. Disclaimer: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

Mountain Fresh Farmers Market

Mountain Fresh Farmers Market
Mountain Fresh Pavilion 2nd Street, Downtown Oakland

The Mountain Fresh Producers Association is a non-profit group of farmers, artisans, cooks, and bakers in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of western Maryland and northeastern West Virginia. Learn more about our vendors: https://www.mountainfresh.org/productsvendors.html

Corn Roast

Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry

Enjoy a day all about corn on August 29 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM! Join in feasting on delicious corn cooked over the fire.

Make an Empty Bowl to Fight Hunger — Group Pottery Sessions at Deep Creek Pottery

Deep Creek Pottery 1550 Deep Creek Drive (back side of The Fort), McHenry

Looking for a fun group activity that also helps the community? Deep Creek Pottery invites you to gather your friends, coworkers, or club and make an empty bowl to help fight hunger in Garrett County. Gather a group of at least 6 people. Cost is $10-$15 per person. Set up a time that works for your group, and bring snacks and wine if you'd like. Make a bowl using pinch, coil, or slab techniques under the guidance of a skilled potter -- or paint an already-fired bowl with help from the instructor. Your bowls will be fired, finished, and donated to the Empty Bowls Dinner this fall, which raises funds to fight food insecurity in Garrett County. Go home knowing your group did something good for the community while having fun together. The Empty Bowls Dinner will be held on September 20, 2026, at Wisp Resort for the benefit of Garrett County Community Action Food Security Programs. To schedule your group, contact Deep Creek Pottery, 1550 Deep Creek Drive, McHenry, MD. Call 301-501-1619 or email deepcreekpottery@gmail.com. UNTIL AUGUST 31

$10

The Shades @ Honi-Honi Bar

Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland

Known in the Baltimore/Washington area for over 30 years as the hottest dance band with killer horns and vocals, The Shades feature music from the classic Motown hits of the 60's through the hot horn sound of 70's and 80's R&B and Rock and Roll.

Black Bear Q&A

New Germany Nature Center 403 McAndrews Hill Rd, Grantsville

Stop by the black bear booth at the Nature Center with all your bear country questions. Ranger Hannah and Ranger Beau will provide you with some helpful tips and tricks to avoid bear encounters while visiting the park, as well as providing you with an opportunity to see and feel real bear fur and a skull. Photo credit: Mitch Adolph

Josh Folmsbee Live at The Greene Turtle (Deep Creek)

The Greene Turtle (Deep Creek) 75 Visitors Center Drive, McHenry

 Live Music with Josh Folmsbee at The Greene Turtle! Join on Saturday, August 29th, from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM for an evening of great music, delicious food, cold drinks, and unbeatable waterfront views. Whether you're enjoying dinner on the deck or just stopping by for a drink, Glenn's live performance is the perfect soundtrack to your summer night at Deep Creek. Bring your friends, grab a table, and enjoy one of the best evenings of the weekend.

Live Music with Shimmy & Grubb at Mountain State Brewing Co in Deep Creek Lake

Mountain State Brewing Co. (Deep Creek Lake) 6690 Sang Run Rd, McHenry

Close out August with Mountain State Brewing Co in Deep Creek Lake! Shimmy & Grubb are playing live on August 29 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Bring your crew for a stellar night of craft brews, hot flatbreads, and unmatched live music!

Nighttime Salamander Hunt

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville

Bring your headlamp and your sense of adventure for this easy 1-mile trek on the Turnpike Trail. Ranger Noah will provide some tips on how to find salamanders at night and why it's best to leave them in their natural habitat.

Rushmore @ Honi-Honi Bar

Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland

Playing all your favorite rock from the 90's. Dance more... sing more... Rushmore!