Garrett Open House

Performing Arts Center at Garrett College 687 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Garrett College recently announced the upcoming Explore Garrett Open House will take place on Saturday, April 13th beginning at 9:30 AM and ending at noon. The event will be held in the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College on the McHenry campus.“The Office of Admissions is looking forward to welcoming prospective students and parents to this year’s event,” said Melissa Wass, GC’s director of admissions and recruitment. “Choosing a college is a big decision, and an on-campus visit is one of the best things that can help a student make the right choice,” said Wass. “We want our guests to feel fully informed about the options available to them here at Garrett, and we look forward to sharing how we can help them reach their academic and career goals.” Those in attendance will be able to explore Garrett’s academic programs through conversations with faculty; learn about available financial aid and scholarships; take a tour of Garrett’s campus; and discover the many benefits Garrett College has to offer. Additionally, information will be shared about the admissions process, seamless transfer agreements, athletic programs, on-campus housing, placement testing, and new student advising. To RSVP for the Explore Garrett Open House, visit https://www.garrettcollege.edu/exploregarrett.  Contact […]

GAME TIME! Civic Club of Oakland

Performing Arts Center at Garrett College 687 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Come play games and support local nonprofit organizations! The Civic Club will provide mahjong, monopoly, cards, scrabble, match madness, dominoes, and more. We also have a special kiddie corner for little ones to enjoy while parents have some grownup time. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Join the club for door prizes every half hour and a 50/50 raffle at the end of the event. Children under 10 are admitted free. The ticket price includes a free drink or snack. The Kiddie Corner is supervised for children aged 3 to 10. The event will be held at the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. $10 admission donation Pre-registration encouraged - visit  https://civicclubofoaklandmd.com/game-time-1

Garrett County Democrats Come Together to Meet Candidates and Gear Up for This Year’s Elections

Performing Arts Center at Garrett College 687 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United States

The Garrett County Democratic Central Committee announces that they will host their annual Roosevelt/Kennedy Democratic Dinner on Thursday, March 28, at 5:00 PM. at the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. The event will be a little different from previous years in two respects.  First, it will be held earlier than usual to connect local Democrats in person with their Democratic candidates for federal office before the May 14th Primary Election, which is held earlier this year.  Secondly, this year’s dinner will be immediately followed by a Candidates Forum in the PAC Auditorium, which is sponsored by the Mountain Maryland Young Democrats and is open to the general public.  While tickets are required for the dinner, no tickets are required for the Forum As Judy Carbone, Chair of the Garrett County Democratic Central Committee, said, “This annual dinner is a chance for us to come together, share a meal, and reaffirm our commitment to ideals and strategies that will move Garrett County and our country forward.” Darryl Glotfelty, Co-Vice-Chair of the Garrett County Democratic Central Committee, agreed.  He added, “With a large Democratic ballot for both U.S. Senator and Congressional Representative from MD-06, this Primary Election on May 14th is […]

“A Celtic Spring” Concert

Performing Arts Center at Garrett College 687 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Experience the music of Scotland and Ireland as the Garrett County Celtic Festival presents “A Celtic Spring,” an evening concert featuring performances from the Seán Heely Celtic Band and Greg Latta. The concert will be held at the Performing Arts Center of Garrett College in McHenry, MD on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 7:00 PM. Seán Heely is a U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion as well as an award-winning Irish fiddler, singer, and harpist. Based in the Washington, D.C. area, he has performed in Scotland, Ireland, South America, Germany, and more locally at the prestigious Kennedy Center, as well as pubs, concert halls, and festivals throughout the country. Other Celtic Band members include All-Ireland singing champion Kevin Elam, bouzouki and bass player Beth Patterson, acclaimed percussionist Lucas Ashby, and percussive dancer Agi Kovacs. The multi-instrumentalists will perform ancient, soaring melodies from Scotland, Ireland, and beyond, including Scots Gaelic songs, ballads, sea shanties, pub songs, and more from the rich Celtic folk tradition. Blended seamlessly with original compositions and modern tunes, their groove and drive move audiences of all ages. Greg Latta is a singer, songwriter, and award-winning musician from Frostburg, MD. He is a three-time winner of the Mid-Eastern hammered […]

Community Overdose Action Town Hall Series

Performing Arts Center at Garrett College 687 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Come share your ideas for how Garrett County Health Department can do more to address the overdose crisis! This event will feature presentations from state and local goverment officials. Members of the public will also have the chance to speak during the meeting. Location: Performing Arts Center at Garrett College (Conference Room 805) Registration: https://forms.gle/PAqq3VGQVSvB8i1n6 Public Comment: If you would like to speak during this event, you may pre-register using the link above. Attendees will have 2 minutes to share their thoughts. Speakers will be called on in the order in which their registration was received, time permitting.