Events
Live Poetry at The Green Room
Local poets read original work at The Green Room in downtown Oakland, hosted by the Pirates, Poets & Scribes group. Pull up a seat, order a coffee or a drink,…
The Buck Starts Here
An interactive college-planning workshop for students in grades 7–12 and their families, on smart ways to plan and pay for college wherever you go. Presented…
Pumpkins in Bloom
A cozy fall craft evening: decorate two pumpkins with pressed flowers, one to keep and one to give away. All supplies provided and no experience needed. Ages…
Live Music: Andrew Tuck
Live music with Andrew Tuck at Harvest House in Friendsville.
Entrepreneurial Road Show
The Western Maryland Entrepreneurship Ecosystem's regional road show, for local entrepreneurs, small business owners and resource providers: share your…
Oakland VFD Fall Bash
The Oakland Volunteer Fire Department's annual fall fundraiser, with drawings every ten minutes from noon and gun-table raffles on site. Doors open at 11 AM.…
Tea & Holiday Boutique
The Civic Club of Oakland's 5th annual tea and holiday boutique auction: soup, sandwiches, scones and sweets (gluten-free and vegetarian options), plus a…
Black Tie & Tails Gala
HART for Animals' gala benefiting homeless pets: dinner with wine at every table, dancing, roaming comedians, silent and live auctions, and some four-legged…
Veterans Day Hike
Tableland Trails leads a six-mile out-and-back Veterans Day hike on Poplar Lick Run Trail to the memorial honoring Major Robert Lee Payne. Meet at the northern…
Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Ruth Enlow Library meet to talk about programs and activities for the Oakland library. Anyone who loves the library is welcome to come share…
Manta Ray Fall Swim Clinic
Fall conditioning clinic from the Garrett County Manta Ray Swim Team for kids who want to join the team or are already on it. Not swim lessons: swimmers must…
Fire Cider Workshop
Make your own jar of fire cider with The Makers Guild at Harvest House. All ingredients and supplies included, with a short talk on what each ingredient brings…
A Starry Night
A free prom-night celebration for people with special needs: a red-carpet entrance, buffet dinner and desserts, karaoke, games and dancing, and a gift for…
Dear Evan Hansen
Beyond the Stage presents the Tony-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen, a story about connection, belonging and the need to be seen. Friday 7 PM performance; runs…
Classic Holiday Workshop
The 5th annual Classic Holiday Workshop: a family afternoon of holiday ceramic painting, with plenty of pieces to choose from. Walk-ins welcome while supplies…
Holiday Murder Mystery Dinner
The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year: a holiday stand-up set at Hearth & Hops Tavern turns into a murder, and the audience has to work out whodunit. $49.99 per…
Live Music: Andrew Tuck
Live music with Andrew Tuck at The Green Room in downtown Oakland.
Dear Evan Hansen
Beyond the Stage presents the Tony-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen, a story about connection, belonging and the need to be seen. Saturday 7 PM performance;…
Dear Evan Hansen
Beyond the Stage presents the Tony-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen, a story about connection, belonging and the need to be seen. Sunday 2 PM matinee…
Business After Hours
The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce's November Business After Hours, hosted by Clear Mountain Bank: catering by Ace's Run, drinks and an evening of…
Live Music: Buck Walt Carey
Live music with Buck Walt Carey at The Green Room in downtown Oakland.
Morning Market on 42
A Small Business Saturday edition of the Morning Market on 42 in Friendsville: artisans, coffee, brunch food trucks, farmers with meat and produce, and live…
Live Music: Briana Merkel
Live music with Briana Merkel at The Green Room in downtown Oakland.
Santa at the Visitors Center
Santa makes a layover at the Garrett County Visitors Center before his Christmas Eve flight. Kids can meet Santa, share their wish lists and pose for photos…
Live Music: Nick Savage
Live music with Nick Savage at Harvest House in Friendsville.
Friendsville Winter Market
A holiday stroll-and-shop through Friendsville: local makers, small businesses, treats and gifts throughout town. Hosted by the Greater Friendsville Business…
Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Ruth Enlow Library meet to talk about programs and activities for the Oakland library. Anyone who loves the library is welcome to come share…
Business After Hours
The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce's December Business After Hours at Black Bear Tavern: food, drinks and holiday networking with local businesses. $10…
Community Band Holiday Concert
The Garrett Community Concert Band's holiday concert at the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College, the finale of its fall rehearsal season. Admission…
Early Bird Ball Drop
A family New Year's Eve with an early bedtime: games, crafts, music, inflatables, hot cocoa and cider, and an outdoor countdown at 5:30 PM with a…