Community Events
Color OUR World This Summer with Allegany County Library System
This summer, the Allegnay County Library System invites readers of all ages to join in the fun with Summer with Our Library 2025: Color OUR World! From June 9th through August 9th, community members can celebrate the joys of reading, learning, and exploration with programs designed for everyone-from babies to adults. Participation is easy: pick up a reading log at any library branch or download one online. Readers can log books, audiobooks, or even bedtime stories and return completed logs to their library for a prize. Children will receive a free book, teens and adults will receive a free tote bag. Every completed log is also entered into the Grand Prize Drawing, to be held on August 22, and participants may submit multiple logs to increase their chances of winning.
Story Time In the Park
Back by popular demand, the Story Time in the Park series returns this year, starting with an outdoor story time at the Constitution Park Amphitheater on June 12th at 10:00AM. Hosted by ACLS Program Specialists, these engaging story times combine literacy and nature. Families are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs and enjoy books under the open sky. Story times will contine throuhgout the summer in parks and green spaces across Allegany County, including at the George's Creek Parklet behind the library and Creekside Park in Westernport-both of which were recently touched by flooding. "We're committed to showing up for our communitues" said Kate Metzger, Children's Coordinator for the ACLS, "We know how meaningful these momemts of connection and normalcy can be for children and their families. For those who prefer to stay cool indoors, special summer story times will also be held at the LaVale Library on Wednesday, June 4th, July 9th and July 23rd at 10:30AM. In addition to reading incentives and story times, the library will offer a full schedule of special events, including programs at Rocky Gap State Park, Read to Farm Animals at the Allegany County Fair, and more surprises along the way. Schedules and downloadable reading logs can be found at www.alleganycountylibrary.info. Summer with OUR Library 2025 promises a season full of color, imagination, and adaventure. Stop by your local branch, join the fun, and help them color our world-one story at a time.
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.
JULY
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Knights of Columbus Deadline
The Cumberland Council 586 is asking for support for their 72nd Annual Corn and Weiner Roast. Your generous contributions will help them provide financial support to local churches, 1st Way Pregnancy Support Center, Coats for Kids, Food for Families, Bishop Walsh Scholarships, and many other worthwhile projects. Donations are also being excepted for prizes, gift certificates, or any item that can be given away as awards. Plus there are vaious sponsorship levels available. Deadline for donations or sponsorship is Thursday, July 31st. Knights of Columbus is a non-profit organization and your contributions are tax deductible. 100% of donations will be contributed to local projects noted above. Please make checks payable to: Knights of Columbus Council 586, 66 North Mechanic Street, Cumberland, MD 21502.
AUGUST
Saturday, August 2, 2025
Lunar Evening in Constitution Park
The Cumberland Parks and Recreation Dept., in conjunction with the Cumberland Astronomy Club, will host a Moon observing event at Constitution Park, weather permitting, Saturday, August 2nd, 8:00PM to 10:00PM at 375 Fort Avenue, Cumberland. Telescopes for viewing the Moon will be set up by astronomy club members in the parking across from the park's pool.
Movie Night in The Park
It's Movie Night in the Park at Creekside Park Westernport, showing Disney's Tangled, Saturday, August 2nd at 8:00PM. Meet and get your photo taken with Rapunzel 8:00PM to 9:00PM. Movie, snacks and prizes (hot dogs, chips, drinks, light up toys) everything is free. 8:00PM refreshments and toys; 9:00PM movie. Please bring your own seating. This event is sponsored by Clearway and is presented by Save The Westernport Library. Rain date for this event is Friday, August 8th at 8:00PM
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
National Night Out
The City of Cumberland's 11th Annual National Night Out will be held Tuesday, August 5th, 5:00PM-8:00PM at 701 E. First Street. America's National Night out Against Crime is giving drugs and crime a going away party! Enjoy an evening of a free swim and a movie at Constitution Park. Swim will be 6:30PM to 8:30PM and the movie "Moana 2" will begin at dusk, about 8:45PM to 10:10PM. The evening will include events for all ages: exhibitors, demonstrations, activites, games, health & safety information, giveways, food & drinks, a selfie station, DJ music, dunk tank, fire vehichles, police vehicles, law enforcement personnel and much more. For more information call 301-759-6517 or visit them on Facebook at "NNO Cumberland".
Porch Light Campaign
Throughout Cumberland the community is being asked to turn their porch lights on at dusk through dawn on Tuesday, August 5th. Increase safety and reduce criminal activity.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Scales & Tales
Summer with Our Library 2025-Scales & Tales, Wednesday, August 6th, 5:00PM-6:00PM at Rocky Gap. Learn about local critters from the knowledgeable Rocky Gap Park Rangers, get to touch some live reptiles and stick around to make a craft. This event is made possible thanks to sponsors like Western Maryland Gymnastic Academy
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Family Fun Walk for Greenway Stadium
Come out and support Greenway Stadium, Saturday, August 9th with the Fmaily Fun Walk to benefit improvements for the stadium. Registration is 8:00AM to 8:55 AM and the walk will begin on the track at 9:00AM. Registration is $10 K-college and $20 for adults. T-shirts will be available to purchase.
Thursday, August 14 – Sunday, August 17, 2025
Summer Mountian Cluster Dog Show
The Upper Valley Kennel Club is pleased to announce this year's Summer Mountian Cluster Dog Show, Thursday, August 14 through Sunday, August 17th, at the Allegany County Fairgrounds. This is an AKC, 4 day show, like the National Dog Show in Philadelphia and the Westminster Kennel Club in New York. There will also be Rally and Obedience Trails as well. Each day is it's own show ending with "Best in Show" in the late afternoon. This event is open to all for a $5.00 parking fee and no admission. Shows begin at 8:30AM each day and build to the "group" competition of 7 "Best in Group" dogs competing for Best in Show. Spectators will be treated to an amazing National event right here in our back yard. For more information please check out UPVK.org or find them on Facebook at Upper Potomac Valley Kennel Club.
Friday, August 15, 2025
Stuff the Bus
County United Way of Allegany County, Potomac Highlands United Way, will hold a "Stuff the Bus", Friday, August 15th, 9:00AM to 5:00PM at Walmart and Staples. This event is to provide school supplies for all students in Allegany County. If your business or organization can participate as a drop off spot for this's year's program, please call 301-722-2700 or email michele@cuw.org. School supplies needed include: backpacks, colored pencils, composition books, crayons, erasers, glue sticks/glue. highlighters, notebook paper, paper plates, pencils & pens, pencil cases, Post-It notes, reusable water bottles, scissors, thin dry-erase markets, 3 ring folders w/pockets, 3-ring binders, 1 subject spiral notebooks, 3 subject notebooks, washable markers and zip lock bags.
Friday, August 22, 2025
Friday After Five
Queen City Funk and Soul will be performing at Friday After Five, August 22nd, 7:00PM-10:00PM at the Liberty Street Plaza, at the waterfall on the corner of Baltimore and Liberty Street. Free admission for all. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a fun night in downtown Cumberland.
Saturday, August 23, 2025
22nd Annual Toy Thunder Motorcycle Charity Ride-Marine Corps Reserve Toys ofr Tots
Toys for Tots of Allegany County will hold their annual Toy Thunder Motorcycle Charity Ride, Saturday, August 23rd. Registration will be from 10:00AM to 11:00AM. The Ride will begin at 11:15AM at Hurry Back Tavern, Frostburg and will end 4:00PM to 5:00PM at Outback Lounge, Frostburg. The route will be provided and will be longer than last years. Price is $15 per driver and $10 per passenger. Food, sponsored by Gianni's, will be provided for all participants. Rally T-shirts for sale at the event for $5.00. All proceeds go to the needy children of Allegany County Maryland Christmas 2025.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Cruisin' Main Street Frostburg
This Labor Day kick-off events brings families and friends together for evening picnics on porches, front yards, and parking lots. The fun of watching the car cruise is trumped only by the pleasure of the car owners who ride the street and display their buggies. Join the Classy Chassis Car Club, for this years 23rd Annual Cruisin' Main Street Frostburg, Thursday, August 28th. Last year Classy Chassis Car Club, a non-profit organization that makes donations to the community through time, talent, and treasure, gave more than $6000 to local charities, serivce groups, and worthy nonprofits.
Sunday, August 31, 2025
EAA Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast
Welcome to the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 426 Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast, Sunday, August 31st, 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.
SEPTEMBER
Sunday, September 7, 2025
Howard's Half Marathon & 5K Run Festival
Howard's Run Festival a charity race to benefit the Allegany County Animal Shelter on Sunday, September 7th. The Howard's Half Marathan will begin at 8:00AM and the 5K Run will be at 8:15AM. The two events will start and finish at the Canal Place Stage. For more information check them out on Facebook or to register at their website https://runsignup.com/howardsrunfestival.
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..
