Community Events
WV Parenting
There are currently 6,900 children in the state care in West Virgina, many of these children need a home. Burlington United Methodist Family Services is requestiong your help. They are in need of Foster Parents and loving homes. For more information on becoming a Foster Parent, please call 1-877-23-CHILD (24453), their friendly stasff are ready to talk to you!
National Federation of the Blind of Maryland Western Maryland Chapter
The Western Maryland chapter of the National Federation of the Blind is seeking new members as it starts its local membership drive! Are you blind, visually impaired or know someone who is or maybe you work with the visually impaired? Consider joining the state's fastest growing chapter here in Western Maryland. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back. The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles betwen blind people and our dreams. For more information about the Western Maryland chapter and the National Federation of the Blind of Maryland please call 443-426-4110 or email at info@nfbmd.org.
Hounds Around Town
Looking for a day filled with furry friends and fun? Then look no further than the Allegany County Animal Shelter's "Hounds Around Town" program, which allows individuals to sign a shelter dog out for the day. The most important thing is you are giving an adoptable shelter dog a much-needed break from the kennels and providing enrichment and socialization. For more information on the "Hounds Around Town" program, contact the shelter at 301-777-5930.
SEPTEMBER
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Nourishing Neighbors
A free fresh produce distribution and resource exchange will be held, Tuesday, September 23rd, 10:00AM to 1:00PM at Grantsville Town Park, Gransville, MD. Limited availability of fresh produce boxes, available on a first come, first serve basis. Limited to one box per household. Together We Eat Fresh. Support provided by Garrett County Community Action, Mountain Laurel Medical Center, Maryland Physicians Care, Judy Center, WIC Maryland, Appalachian Farm & Food Alliance, University of Maryland Extension, Garrett Growers Farmer Cooperative, City of Frostburg Parks & Recreation, Allegany County Health Department, County United Way, and CareFirst.
Friday, September 26 – Saturday, September 27, 2025
Grace Community Church Craft Sale
The Grace Community Church will hold a Craft Sale, Friday, September 26th, 1:00pm-4:00pm and Saturday, September 27th, 9:00AM-4:00PM, located at 1005 Bishop Walsh Road, Cumberland. Quality crafts without having to travel out of town. Fall and Christmas, flower arrangments, door hangers, quilted, crocheted, and ceramic items, plus so much more. Proceeds to benefit Hati Missions. CASH Only Please.
Community involvement for kids – House of the Setting Sun
If you Dare to be Scared…follow the Pumpkins to Wendell Manor Asylum where the residents have taken over, Friday, September 26 & Saturday, Septmeber 27th, 7:30PM-11:00PM, located at 1313 Screamin' Hollow Road, GreenSpring, WV. Doors creep open for 13 nights, October 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 30th, and of course 31st with a Blackout Night on November 1st. Entrance is $15.00 per person and refreshments, souvenirs and pictures available, as well as an Escapre Room for an additional $5.00 per person. Check them out on Facebook and YouTube. We'll scare the yell outta ya!!
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Reagan Day Dinner
The Allegany County Republican Women will host the Reagan Day Dinner, Saturday, September 27th at 6:00PM at the Ellerslie Fire Hall. Guest speaker for the evening will be Nicole Beus Harris, Chairwoman of the Maryland Republican Party. Other guests will include John Myrick and Brenda Thaim, running for MD Govenor and Lt. Govenor, Chris Burnett, running for DC 6, Robin Ficker, running for Congress, and Sen. McKay. Dinner will include baked steak, chicken, salad, corn, green beans, mashed potatoes & gravy, dessert, coffee and a cash bar. Cost for this event is $40.00 and reservations must be made by Tuesday, September 16th. For more information and to make reservations please call 240-362-3602 or 301-724-1362, email Janie.Busy@gmail.com or send check to ACRWC c/o Janie Bucy P.O. Box 221 Ellerslie, MD 21529.
Hike for the Homeless
The Hike for the Homeless, benefitting the Union Rescue Mission of Western Maryland will be held Saturday, September 27th at the Main Beach, Rocky Gap State Park. Registration dealine for this event is Sunday, September 7th and to guarantee a shirt, registration fee is $35 per person. Family and group rates are available online. Payment can be made via PaylPal or by check to: Union Rescue Mission and reference Hike in the memo. Hike will begin at 9:00AM, followed by a picnic-style lunch and presentation at 12:00PM.
Sunday, Septmeber 28, 2025
EAA Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast-Wings & Wheels
Welcome to the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 426 Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast, Sunday, September 28th, 8:00AM to 12:00PM at the Greater Cumberland Regional Airport in Wiley Ford, WV. Breakfast will include hotcakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, sausage gravy, fried potatoes, fruit cocktail, coffee and orange juice. All you can eat on the premises for $12.00 Adults and $6.00 under the age of 12. "Young Eagle" flights will not be held this year at the regular breakfasts, but will be announced later as a Young Eagle's Day. For more information contact Katie Kight at 301-268-2624 or check them out on Facebook at www.facebook.com/eaachapter426..
OCTOBER
Friday, October 3 – Saturday, October 4, 2025
Community involvement for kids – House of the Setting Sun
If you Dare to be Scared…follow the Pumpkins to Wendell Manor Asylum where the residents have taken over, Friday, October 3rd & Saturday, October 4th, 7:30PM-11:00PM, located at 1313 Screamin' Hollow Road, GreenSpring, WV. Doors creep open for 13 nights, October 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 30th, and of course 31st with a Blackout Night on November 1st. Entrance is $15.00 per person and refreshments, souvenirs and pictures available, as well as an Escapre Room for an additional $5.00 per person. Check them out on Facebook and YouTube. We'll scare the yell outta ya!!
Friday, October 10 - Saturday, October 11, 2025
Community involvement for kids – House of the Setting Sun
If you Dare to be Scared…follow the Pumpkins to Wendell Manor Asylum where the residents have taken over, Friday, October 10th & Saturday, October 11th, 7:30PM-11:00PM, located at 1313 Screamin' Hollow Road, GreenSpring, WV. Doors creep open for 13 nights, October 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 30th, and of course 31st with a Blackout Night on November 1st. Entrance is $15.00 per person and refreshments, souvenirs and pictures available, as well as an Escapre Room for an additional $5.00 per person. Check them out on Facebook and YouTube. We'll scare the yell outta ya!!
Friday, October 17 - Saturday, October 18, 2025
Community involvement for kids – House of the Setting Sun
If you Dare to be Scared…follow the Pumpkins to Wendell Manor Asylum where the residents have taken over, Friday, October 17th & Saturday, October 18th, 7:30PM-11:00PM, located at 1313 Screamin' Hollow Road, GreenSpring, WV. Doors creep open for 13 nights, October 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 30th, and of course 31st with a Blackout Night on November 1st. Entrance is $15.00 per person and refreshments, souvenirs and pictures available, as well as an Escapre Room for an additional $5.00 per person. Check them out on Facebook and YouTube. We'll scare the yell outta ya!!
Friday, October 24 - Saturday, October 25, 2025
Community involvement for kids – House of the Setting Sun
If you Dare to be Scared…follow the Pumpkins to Wendell Manor Asylum where the residents have taken over, Friday, October 24th & Saturday, October 25th, 7:30PM-11:00PM, located at 1313 Screamin' Hollow Road, GreenSpring, WV. Doors creep open for 13 nights, October 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 30th, and of course 31st with a Blackout Night on November 1st. Entrance is $15.00 per person and refreshments, souvenirs and pictures available, as well as an Escapre Room for an additional $5.00 per person. Check them out on Facebook and YouTube. We'll scare the yell outta ya!!
Thursday, October 30 - Friday, October 31, 2025
Community involvement for kids – House of the Setting Sun
If you Dare to be Scared…follow the Pumpkins to Wendell Manor Asylum where the residents have taken over, Thursday, October 30th & Friday, October 31st, 7:30PM-11:00PM, located at 1313 Screamin' Hollow Road, GreenSpring, WV. Doors creep open for 13 nights, October 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 30th, and of course 31st with a Blackout Night on November 1st. Entrance is $15.00 per person and refreshments, souvenirs and pictures available, as well as an Escapre Room for an additional $5.00 per person. Check them out on Facebook and YouTube. We'll scare the yell outta ya!!
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Western MD Philanthropies and Mt. Ridge Westling Team Fundraiser
The Western Maryland Philanthropies, Inc will sponsor a Jackpot Bingo, Sunday, October 26th at Lashbaugh West at 2:00PM, to help raise funds for new mats for the Mountain Ridge Westling Team. Please come out and support the team.
NOVEMBER
Saturday, November 1, 2025
Community involvement for kids – House of the Setting Sun
If you Dare to be Scared…follow the Pumpkins to Wendell Manor Asylum where the residents have taken over for Blackout Night, Saturday, November 1st, 7:30PM-11:00PM, located at 1313 Screamin' Hollow Road, GreenSpring, WV. Doors creep open for 13 nights, October 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 30th, and of course 31st with a Blackout Night on November 1st. Entrance is $15.00 per person and refreshments, souvenirs and pictures available, as well as an Escapre Room for an additional $5.00 per person. Check them out on Facebook and YouTube. We'll scare the yell outta ya!!
