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Autumn Glory Events Listing5K/2 Mile Walk ..............................................................Saturday

Antique Show ...........................................................Fri, Sat, Sun

Autumn Glory Kick-Off Reception & Dinner ................ Wednesday

Banjo Championship ..........................................................Friday

Car Show .........................................................................Sunday

Carriage Rides ........................................................... Wednesday

Corn Maze ................................................................Fri, Sat, Sun

Craft Shows ................................................................... Sat, Sun

Dance, Oldies ................................................................Saturday

Dogsledding Presentation .............................................Wed, Sun

Entertainment ................................................................. Fri, Sat Dixieland Jazz, Brenda’s Body Shop, “Autumn Declares God,” Holy Fire, Still Kickin’ Cloggers, Country Plus Line Dancers

Farmer’s Market & Craft Show ....................... Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat

Fiddle & Mandolin Championship ...................................Saturday

Fine Arts Exhibit ............................................. Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun

Glassblowing at Simon Pearce ............................................ Daily

Historic Tours ...........................................................Fri, Sat, Sun

Haunted Coaster .............................................................. Fri, Sat

Ice Cream Eating Contest ................................................Sunday

Oakland Train Station .................................... Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat

Oktoberfest Dinner ....................................................... Thursday

Parades – Grand Feature .................................................Saturday Fireman’s ...................................................... Thursday

Pictorial Cancellations ..................................................... Fri, Sat

Pumpkin Race ..................................................................Sunday

Quilt Show ..................................................................... Sat, Sun

Ski & Snowboard Swap .............................................Fri, Sat, Sun

Spaghetti Dinner ...............................................................Friday

Spruce Forest Artisan Village ........................................... Fri, Sat

Stained Glass Demonstrations ............................................ Daily

Storytelling & Book Festival ...........................................Saturday

Tournament of Bands ....................................................Saturday

Worship Service ..............................................................SundayMore information is available about these Autumn Glory events within the page listings of this brochure. Enjoy these and other area events during this “Glory-ous” celebration.

5K/2 Mile Walk ..............................................................Saturday

Antique Show ...........................................................Fri, Sat, Sun

Autumn Glory Kick-Off Reception & Dinner ................ Wednesday

Banjo Championship ..........................................................Friday

Car Show .........................................................................Sunday

Carriage Rides ........................................................... Wednesday

Corn Maze ................................................................Fri, Sat, Sun

Craft Shows ................................................................... Sat, Sun

Dance, Oldies ................................................................Saturday

Dogsledding Presentation .............................................Wed, Sun

Entertainment ................................................................. Fri, Sat Dixieland Jazz, Brenda’s Body Shop, “Autumn Declares God,” Holy Fire, Still Kickin’ Cloggers, Country Plus Line Dancers

Farmer’s Market & Craft Show ....................... Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat

Fiddle & Mandolin Championship ...................................Saturday

Fine Arts Exhibit ............................................. Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun

Glassblowing at Simon Pearce ............................................ Daily

Historic Tours ...........................................................Fri, Sat, Sun

Haunted Coaster .............................................................. Fri, Sat

Ice Cream Eating Contest ................................................Sunday

Oakland Train Station .................................... Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat

Oktoberfest Dinner ....................................................... Thursday

Parades – Grand Feature .................................................Saturday Fireman’s ...................................................... Thursday

Pictorial Cancellations ..................................................... Fri, Sat

Pumpkin Race ..................................................................Sunday

Quilt Show ..................................................................... Sat, Sun

Ski & Snowboard Swap .............................................Fri, Sat, Sun

Spaghetti Dinner ...............................................................Friday

Spruce Forest Artisan Village ........................................... Fri, Sat

Stained Glass Demonstrations ............................................ Daily

Storytelling & Book Festival ...........................................Saturday

Tournament of Bands ....................................................Saturday

Worship Service ..............................................................SundayMore information is available about these Autumn Glory events within the page listings of this brochure. Enjoy these and other area events during this “Glory-ous” celebration.

Autumn Glory Schedule

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Wednesday, October 7, 2009Autumn Glory Kick-Off Reception at The Lodge at Wisp6 pm Cocktail hour, 7 pm Dinner, dessert bar and great music from Remedy. This prestigious fundraising event presents the Festival’s royalty, recognizes the Festival sponsors, and provides an elegant, yet lively atmosphere to kick-off the Autumn Glory festivities. The reception ticket in-cludes an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and first-class entertainment. Each attendee receives a collectible Autumn Glory pin and Golden Ambassador pass which entitles the holder to priority seating on the bleachers near the reviewing stand during the Grand Feature Parade Saturday. These patron supporters of the festival receive first class treatment. For reservations and tickets, call the Garrett County Chamber of Com-merce at 301.387.4386 or stop by the Visitors Center in McHenry. Admission: $100/single; $195/couple.

Glassblowing at Simon Pearce 9 am – 5 pm daily at Simon Pearce, 265 Glass Drive, Mt. Lake Park. Observe Simon Pearce master glassblowers demonstrate the ancient art of glassblowing. Browse the adjacent retail stores for their creations and the complete collection of Simon Pearce glass and pottery designs. Children welcome. 301.334.5277. Free Admission.

The Stained Glass Gallery 9 am – 6 pm, at 214 “I” Street, Mt. Lake Park, across the street from Faith Evangelical Church and one block from Town Hall and tennis courts. Stained glass cutting demonstrations, including tool explanation by Lou DiCarlo. Stained glass showroom open with over 2,000 stained glass creations. 301-334-8222. Free Admission.

Dogsledding Presentation & Kennel Tour 10:00 am to noon, Husky Power Dogsled-ding, 2008 Bumble Bee Rd. From 219 at the fairgrounds take Mosser Rd 1/4 mile, bear left onto Bumble Bee Rd. Go 2 miles. Enjoy a fun presentation about the fascinating sport of MUSHING including history, dogsled training, racing insight, breeds & much more, as detailed as you desire. See where & how the powerful pulling team lives & examine their sleds & equipment. Meet & hug some fuzzy Siberians too. Educational & entertain-ing. 301.746.7200 www.HuskyPowerDog-sledding.com. Admission: $10.

Glorious Harvest Farmers Market & Craft Show10 am – 1 pm Wednesday, 11 am – 5 pm Thursday, 9 am – 5 pm Friday & Saturday. Join us for an old-fashioned farmers market and craft show including wonderful hand-made crafts, homemade baked goods, pumpkins & fall decorations, home grown fresh produce, jams & jellies and more! Visit our website at www.MountainFresh.org for more information. 301.334.6960. Free Admission.

Oakland Train Station 10 am – 4 pm. See Oakland’s 1884 B&O train station. A self-guided tour is available at this fine example of Queen Anne ar-chitecture. A real Garrett County treasure! 301.387.4386. Free Admission.

Pleasant Valley Dream RidesOpen Monday through Saturday, 10 am -10 p.m., closed Sunday. Experience the breathtaking pastoral beauty of Pleasant Valley and Backbone Mountain by horse-drawn carriage (or winter sleigh ride) and a hayride. Farm tours and bonfires are available. Call 301.334.1688 or [email protected]. Admis-sion Fee.

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Thursday, October 8, 2009Glassblowing at Simon Pearce9 am – 5 pm daily at Simon Pearce, 265 Glass Drive, Mt. Lake Park. Observe Simon Pearce master glassblowers demonstrate the ancient art of glassblowing. Browse the adjacent retail stores for their creations and the complete collection of Simon Pearce glass and pottery designs. Children welcome. 301.334.5277. Free Admission.


Oakland Train Station 10 am – 4 pm. See Oakland’s 1884 B&O train station and browse The Shoppe at Heritage Square with items for sale from more than 60 local artisans. A self-guided tour is available at this fine example of Queen Anne architecture. A real Garrett County treasure! 301.387.4386. Free Admission.

Autumn Glory Fine Arts Exhibit10 am – 5 pm Thursday - Saturday and 10 am – 3 pm Sunday. Fine arts & hand-crafted gifts from local & regional artists: paintings, photography, jewelry, sculpture, wood craft, fiber art, baskets, pottery, glass art & more! Presented by the Garrett County Arts Council. Celebrate the arts in Garrett County! 301.334.6580. Free Admission.


Oktoberfest Dinner & Celebration4 – 7 pm dinner will be served at the Oakland Fire Hall, Third Street, Oakland. Featuring German-style food, drink and live “Oom-pah” band. Lots of good family fun. The band begins after parade. Oktober-fest is sponsored by the Oakland Volunteer Fire Department. 301-334-3535. Free Admission, Dinner Charge.

Fireman’s Parade 7 pm in downtown Oakland. Gigantic fireman’s parade with fire and rescue units traveling over 200 miles from throughout the tri-state area. 301-334-3535. Free Admission.

Friday, October 9, 2009Pictorial Cancellations8 am – 5 pm Friday & 8 am – 12 noon Saturday. Oakland Post Office, 22 South Second Street. Special cancellation for Oakland’s 42nd Annual Autumn Glory Fes-tival. Cancellations on customer prepared letters and postcards. 301.334.3151. Free Admission.

Glassblowing at Simon Pearce 9 am – 5 pm daily at Simon Pearce, 265 Glass Drive, Mt. Lake Park. Observe Simon Pearce master glassblowers demonstrate the ancient art of glassblowing. Browse the adjacent retail stores for their creations and the complete collection of Simon

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High Mountain Sports Annual Autumn Glory Ski & Snowboard Swap9 am – 6 pm Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Trader’s Landing .5 miles south of the 219 Bridge. Stop in during Autumn Glory Weekend to find that perfect pair of used skis or a kickin’ snowboard to start junior snowboarding. Drop off used equipment Fri 9-7 & Sat morning. Antique wooden skis & snowshoes welcome. Equipment constantly chang-ing. This is a perfect time to outfit the entire family at a bargain price. 301-387-4199. Free Admission.

The Stained Glass Gallery 9 am – 6 pm, at 214 “I” Street, Mt. Lake Park, across the street from Faith Evangelical Church and one block from Town Hall & tennis courts. Stained glass cutting demonstrations, including tool explan-ation by Lou DiCarlo. Stained glass showroom open with over 2,000 stain-ed glass creations. 301-334-8222. Free Admission.

Oakland Train Station10 am – 4 pm. See Oakland’s 1884 B&O train station. A self-guided tour is available at this fine example of Queen Anne archi-tecture. A real Garrett County treasure! 301.387.4386. Free Admission

Autumn Glory Fine Arts Exhibit10 am – 5 pm Thursday - Saturday and 10 am – 3 pm Sunday. Fine arts & hand-crafted gifts from local & regional artists: paintings, photography, jewelry, sculpture, wood craft, fiber art, baskets, pottery, glass art & more! Presented by the Garrett County Arts Council. Celebrate the arts in Garrett County! 301.334.6580. Free Admission.

Oakland Women’s Civic Club Antique Show & Sale10 am – 6 pm Friday & Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm Sunday at the Oakland Community Center, 8th and High streets, Oakland. Thirty-five antique dealers with upscale quality merchandise, jewelry, primitives and glassware. Home cooked food by club members. Free Parking. 301.334.4420. Admission: $2.

Spruce Forest Artisan Village10 am – 5 pm Monday to Saturday. Visit working Appalachian artisans in log cabin studios, plus fine craft galleries, historic house museums, Stanton’s Mill and Penn Alps Restaurant. Located on Rt 40 at Casselman Bridge, Grantsville. [email protected] or 301-895-3332. Free Admission.

Dixieland Jazz Band 12 pm – 3 pm, Oakland. Don’t miss the Dixieland Jazz Band performing live in front of the Oakland Train Station. Free Admission.

Corn Maze Adventure12 pm – 10 pm Friday, 12 pm – 9 pm Saturday, 2 pm – 6 pm Sunday. Find your way through the “Sending Love Around the World” theme in this 10-acre corn maze. Take Rt. 219 North from Accident, turn left on Cove Road (just past Northern High School), go 1.2 miles to Griffith Road & turn right. Continue one-half mile to maze. 301-746-6111. www.coverunfarmscornmaze.com. Admission: $8.00 ages 11 & up, $4.00 3-10, 2 and under free.

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Mountain Lake Park Museum/ Ticket Office & 1 pm – 5 pm Friday, 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm Saturday and 12 pm – 4 pm Sunday. Ex-perience the “Victorian” past of Mountain Lake Park. Visit the “Ticket Office/Museum” (Rt. 135 & G St.) to use a tape or CD to guide you on the walking/driving tour of the Historic Areas. On Friday, Pleasant Valley Dream Rides will provide a buggy tour & members of The Historic Association will be available in the “Ticket Office” to answer questions. Fall refreshments will be served Sunday. 301-334-4314. Free Admission. Fee for buggy ride. Dennett Road Spaghetti Dinner 4 pm – 7 pm at Dennett Road Elementary School, Oakland. ALL YOU CAN EAT! Spaghetti dinner with bread, salad, drink & dessert. Take-outs available. 301-334-3452. Dinner Charge.

The Official Maryland State Banjo Championships featuring Bill Emerson and Sweet Dixie 7 pm at Southern Garrett High School, Oakland. Presented by the Dove Center. Enjoy the very best sounds of the Appa-lachian Mountains as contestants of all ages from a 5 state region compete in various categories pickin’ their hearts out while vying for cash prizes & the state title. To start & finish the evening, you will be treated to the Grammy nominated sounds of Bill Emerson and Sweet Dixie. Bill holds numerous awards including the National Banjo Player of the Year, and is currently a nominee to the International Bluegrass Music Association Hall of Fame. Refresh-ments available. For more information call 301.334.6255 or www.mdbanjo andfiddle.com. Admission Fee.

Haunted Mountain Coaster at Wisp Resort Starts at Dusk. Get ready for the ride of your life! Make your way through our themed Haunted House and trail ending with a thrilling Mountain Coaster Ride. 301.387.4911, www.wispresort.com. Admission Fee.

Saturday, October 10, 200915th Annual Oakland/Mountain Lake Park Lions Club Autumn Glory 5K/2 Mile Walk 7:00 am for registration, race starts at 8:30 am prompt at Broadford Lake Park. A 5K Run/2 Mile Walk for sight. Awards to top male/female runner/walker. Awards to top 3 finishers in each age group. Partici-pant fee: $18 before October 1, $20 after October 1. Free admission for spectators.

Pictorial Cancellations8 am – 5 pm Friday & 8 am – 12 noon Saturday. Oakland Post Office, 22 South Second Street. Special cancellation for Oakland’s 42nd Annual Autumn Glory Fes-tival. Cancellations on customer prepared letters and postcards. 301.334.3151. Free Admission.

Tall Tale Storytelling and Book Festival9:00 am – 12:30 pm at St. Paul’s United Methodist Fellowship Hall, 316 E. Oak & 4th St., Oakland, MD. Come listen to old time tales & “true” stories that are stranger than fiction. Student tellers 9 am – 10:30 am; adult tellers 10:45 am – 12:15 pm. Used book sale. Proceeds go to the AAUW Scholarship Fund for books and expenses for Garrett College. Prizes for all tellers come from area businesses and the AAUW. To register as a teller or writer, call 301.387.9199: Say name and number twice. Admission: Children 5 and over & students $2, Seniors $3, Adults $4.

Glassblowing at Simon Pearce 9 am – 5 pm daily at Simon Pearce, 265 Glass Drive, Mt. Lake Park. Observe Simon Pearce master glassblowers demonstrate the ancient art of glassblowing. Browse the adjacent retail stores for their creations and the complete collection of Simon Pearce glass and pottery designs. Children welcome. 301.334.5277. Free Admission.

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Oakland Shuttle9 am – 5 pm Saturday, the Garrett Transit Service will provide a shuttle service circu-lating between downtown Oakland (Town Parking Lot), the craft/antique shows, and dinners. For more information, call 301.334.9431, ext. 301 or 305. Two buses will circulate the area and the fare is $3 for all day or $1 per ride.

High Mountain Sports Annual Autumn Glory Ski & Snowboard Swap9 am – 6 pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Trader’s Landing .5 miles south of the 219 Bridge. Stop in during Autumn Glory Week-end to find that perfect pair of used skis or a kickin’ snowboard to start junior snow-boarding. Drop off used equipment Fri 9-7 and Sat morning. Antique wooden skis & snowshoes welcome. Equipment constantly changing. This is a perfect time to outfit the entire family at a bargain price. 301.387.4199. Free Admission.


Holy Fire10:00 am – noon. Saturday at the Front Page Stage. Enjoy a late breakfast as you watch the enthusiastic Holy Fire drama team from Loch Lynn Church of God perform. Free Admission.

Parade Food Vendors9:30 am – 5 pm. Food vendors are primarily located in the M&T parking lot and along Green Street between 2nd & 3rd. Support these 20 vendors supplying a large variety of food items. 301.387.0033.

Oakland Train Station 10 am – 4 pm. See Oakland’s 1884 B&O train station. A self-guided tour is available at this fine example of Queen Anne archi-tecture. A real Garrett County treasure! 301.387.4386. Free Admission.

7th Annual Quilt Show 10 am – 5 pm. Saturday and Sunday at St. Peters Catholic Social Hall, corner of Oak & 4th streets, Oakland. See beautiful hand-made quilts from area artisans. Ven-dors, raffle quilts, quilts for sale and vote for your favorite. Presented by Heritage Quilters. 301-387-4959. Admission: $2.

Autumn Glory Fine Arts Exhibit 10 am – 5 pm Thursday - Saturday and 10 am – 3 pm Sunday. Fine arts & hand-crafted gifts from local & regional artists: paintings, photography, jewelry, sculpture, wood craft, fiber art, baskets, pottery, glass art & more! Presented by the Garrett County Arts Council. Celebrate the arts in Garrett County! 301.334.6580. Free Admission.

Spruce Forest Artisan Village 10 am – 5 pm Monday to Saturday. Visit working Appalachian artisans in log cabin studios, plus fine craft galleries, historic house museums, Stanton’s Mill & Penn Alps Restaurant. Located on Rt 40 at Casselman Bridge, Grantsville. [email protected] or 301-895-3332. Free Admission.

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17. Oakland Fire Hall 18. Oakland Mountain Fresh Pavilion 19. Oakland Post Office 20. Oakland Train Station 21. Parade Viewing Stand 22. Pleasant Valley Dream Rides

23. Simon Pearce 24. Southern High School 25. Southern High School Field 26. Southern Middle School 27. Spruce Forest Artisan Village 28. St. Paul’s Methodist Church 29. St. Peter’s Catholic Church 30. Stained Glass Gallery 31. Wisp Resort

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Autumn Glory Craft & Gift Sale 10 am – 6 pm Saturday; 10 am – 4 pm Sunday. Dennett Road Elementary School, Oakland. Wide variety of contemporary crafts & gifts including woodworking, candles, painted décor, jewelry, specialty foods & much more. Doors open at 10:00 am. Refreshment sales benefit Hospice. Spon-sored by Susquehanna Bank. 301.387.4386. Free Admission.

Heritage Craft Fest & 10 am – 6 pm Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm Sunday at Broadford Elementary and Southern Middle schools, Oakland. Western Maryland’s largest indoor juried craft show features Autumn Glory’s finest arts & crafts. Over 85 artisans offer selections of traditional & contemporary craft items—whimsi-cal, functional & decorative. Presented by the Garrett County Arts Council for 30 + years to benefit local arts. 301. 334.6580. Free Admission.

Oakland Women’s Civic Club Antique Show & Sale 10 am – 6 pm Friday & Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm Sunday at the Oakland Community Center, 8th and High streets, Oakland. Thirty-five antique dealers with upscale quality merchandise, jewelry, primitives and glassware. Home cooked food by club members. Free Parking. 301-334-4420. Admission: $2.

The Still Kickin’ Cloggers 10:30 - 11 am, Boxcar Stage, Liberty St., Oakland. Enjoy mountain clogging, as well as clogging to different musical styles. Contact 301-334-2691.

Brenda’s Body Shop Performance11:00 – 11:15, Boxcar Stage. Thrill The World: A Tribute to Michael Jackson since 2006 with an annual worldwide simultane-ous dance of “Thriller” for world records and charity. Zombies from the tri-state area will be able to participate at event held at The Stables at Herrington on Oct. 24. All proceeds will benefit the House of Hope. For more information contact event organizer: Brenda’s Body Shop 301.334. 1275.

Country Plus Line Dancers11: 15 am – 12:15 pm, Boxcar Stage, Liberty Street, Oakland. See line dancing performed to a variety of musical selections.Contact 304.735.6874.

“Autumn Declares God’s Glory” Musical Presentation 11:30 am Saturday just before the Grand Feature parade. Exciting music and the Pleasant View Puppets. Join us in front of the Oakland Post Office on Second Street. Presented by the Pleasant View Baptist Church of Oak-land. 301.334.8515, www.pleasant viewbc.org. Free Admission.

Brenda’s Body Shop Performance12:00 – 12:15, Front Page Stage. Thrill The World: A Tribute to Michael Jackson since 2006 with an annual worldwide simultane-ous dance of “Thriller” for world records and charity. Zombies from the tri-state area will be able to participate at event held at The Stables at Herrington on Oct. 24. All proceeds will benefit the House of Hope. For more information contact event orga-nizer: Brenda’s Body Shop 301.334.1275.

Corn Maze Adventure 12 pm – 10 pm Friday, 12 pm – 9 pm Saturday, 2 pm – 6 pm Sunday. Find your way through the “Sending Love Around the World” theme in this 10-acre corn maze. Take Rt. 219 North from Accident, turn left on Cove Road (just past Northern High School), go 1.2 miles to Griffith Road & turn right. Continue one-half mile to maze. 301.746.6111, www.converunfarmscorn maze.com. Admission is $8.00 ages 11 and up $4.00 3-10, 2 and under free.

Autumn Glory Grand Feature Parade 1 pm Downtown Oakland. Enjoy the 42nd Annual parade of over 100 units featuring bands, marching units, clowns, drum and bugle corps, & many unique floats by local clubs and organizations. The parade is pre-sented by the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce with sponsorship from My Bank! First United Bank & Trust. For more infor-mation call 301.387.4386. Free Admission.

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Mountain Lake Park Museum/ Ticket Office & 1 pm – 5 pm Friday, 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm Saturday and 12 pm – 4 pm Sunday. Ex-perience the “Victorian” past of Mountain Lake Park. Visit the “Ticket Office/Museum” (Rt. 135 & G St.) to use a tape or CD to guide you on the walking/driving tour of the Historic Areas. On Friday, Pleasant Valley Dream Rides will provide a buggy tour & members of The Historic Association will be available in the “Ticket Office” to answer questions. Fall refreshments will be served Sunday. 301-334-4314. Free Admission. Fee for buggy ride.

Western Maryland Tournament of Bands6 pm at Southern High School football field on Dennett Road. Outstanding Regional high school bands compete for trophies in this display of field show competition. Spon-sored by Southern Garrett Band and Band Boosters. 301-334-9447. Admission fee.

The Official Maryland State Fiddle and Mandolin Championship 7pm at Southern Garrett High School Gymnasium, Oakland. The 42nd Annual Official Maryland State Fiddle Champion-ship & 6th Annual Mandolin Champion-ship! Enjoy some of the 5-state region’s best competitors in various categories fiddlin’ their hearts out while vying for cash prizes and state title! The event is presented by the Dove Center. Advance tickets sold thru Thursday October 8th are $12, tickets at the door $15. Children under 12 free. Refreshments available. For more information visit www.mdbanjoandfiddle.com or call 301.334.6255. Admission Fee.

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Celebrate the Glory Worship Service 9:30 am at Shepherd of the Hills Luth-eran Church, worshipping at Garrett 8 Cinemas, Oakland. Celebrate God’s glory with friends, neighbors and visi-tors. Special music provided. All are welcome! 301.387.0779.

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Oldies DanceTop hits of the, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Must be 21 years old to attend. Sponsored by the Oakland Volunteer Fire Department. 301-334-3535. Admission: $7 per person; $12 couple. For location & time check local listings.

Haunted Coaster at Wisp Resort Starts at Dusk. Get ready for the ride of your life! Make your way through our themed Haunted House and trail ending with a thrilling Mountain Coaster Ride. 301.387.4911, www.wispresort.com. Admission Fee.

Sunday, October 11, 2009Autumn Glory Festival Car Show 9 am – 4 pm, downtown Oakland. Antique, Street Rod, Classic Car, Truck and Tractor Show. Non-judged show, first 100 regis-tered will receive wall plaques. Step back into time and see lots of beautiful vehicles. Food, raffles, door prizes, games and Chi-nese Auction. Registration $10 from 9 am – 1 pm. 301.746.2222. Free admission to spectators.

Glassblowing at Simon Pearce9 am – 5 pm daily at Simon Pearce, 265 Glass Drive, Mt. Lake Park. Observe Simon Pearce master glassblowers demonstrate the ancient art of glassblowing. Browse the adjacent retail stores for their creations and the complete collection of Simon Pearce glass & pottery designs. Children welcome. 301.334.5277. Free Admission.

High Mountain Sports Annual Autumn Glory Ski & Snowboard Swap9 am – 6 pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Trader’s Landing .5 miles south of the 219 Bridge. Stop in during Autumn Glory Weekend to find that perfect pair of used skis or a kickin’ snowboard to start junior snowboarding. Drop off used equipment Fri 9-7 and Sat morning. Antique wooden skis & snowshoes welcome. Equipment constantly changing. This is a perfect time to outfit the entire family at a bargain price. 301.387.4199. Free admission. Garrett County treasure! Free Admission.

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Dogsledding Presentation & Kennel Tour10:00 am to noon, Husky Power Dogsled-ding, 2008 Bumble Bee Rd. From 219 at the fairgrounds take Mosser Rd. 1/4 mile, bear left onto Bumble Bee Rd. Go 2 miles. Enjoy a fun presentation about the fasci-nating sport of MUSHING including history, dogsled training, racing insight, breeds & much more, as detailed as you desire. See where & how the powerful pulling team lives & examine their sleds & equipment. Meet & hug some fuzzy Siberians too. Educational & entertaining. 301.746.7200 www.Husky PowerDogsledding.com. Admission: $10

7th Annual Quilt Show10 am – 5 pm. Saturday and Sunday at St. Peters Catholic Social Hall, corner of Oak and 4th streets, Oakland. See beautiful hand-made quilts from area artisans. Ven-dors, raffle quilts, quilts for sale and vote for your favorite. Presented by Heritage Quilters. 301.387.4959. Admission: $2.

The Great Pumpkin Race10 am – 1:30 pm, Adventure Sports Center. The Great Pumpkin Race prom-ises to bring a third year of pumpkin mania, music and prizes. Take a short drive over to the world’s only manmade mountaintop whitewater course, and support The Dove Center, Garrett County’s domestic violence and abuse help center. Registration will start at 10:00 am, followed by a carved pump-kin contest for those who bring their own pre-carved pumpkin at 11:00 am. Next will be the premier event, the Great Pumpkin Race, where pumpkins will be released to ride the rapids, stick the eddies and surf the waves. The day will wrap up with the Hooligan Race at 1:00 pm, when creative crafts will be put to the test on the water. Contestants will find or build anything that floats (except for wooden, cement

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Heritage Craft Fest &10 am – 6 pm Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm Sunday at Broadford Elementary & Southern Middle schools, Oakland. Western Maryland’s largest indoor juried craft show features Autumn Glory’s finest arts & crafts. Over 85 artisans offer selections of traditional & contemporary craft items—whimsical, functional and decorative. Presented by the Garrett County Arts Council for 30+ years to benefit local arts. 301-334-6580. Free Admission.

Autumn Glory Fine Arts Exhibit 10 am – 5 pm Thursday – Saturday and 10 am – 3 pm Sunday. Fine arts & hand-crafted gifts from local & regional artists: paintings, photography, jewelry, sculpture, wood craft, fiber art, baskets, pottery, glass art & more! Presented by the Garrett County Arts Council. Celebrate the arts in Garrett County! 301-334-6580. Free Admission.

Autumn Glory Craft & Gift Sale10 am – 6 pm Saturday; 10 am – 4 pm Sunday. Dennett Road Elementary School, Oakland. Wide variety of contemporary crafts and gifts including woodworking, candles, painted décor, jewelry, specialty foods and much more. Doors open at 10:00 am. Refreshment sales benefit Hospice. Sponsored by Susquehanna Bank. 301-387-4386. Free Admission.

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Oakland Women’s Civic Club Antique Show & Sale 10 am – 6 pm Friday & Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm Sunday at the Oakland Community Center, 8th and High streets, Oakland. Thirty-five antique dealers with upscale quality merchandise, jewelry, primitives and glassware. Home cooked food by club members. Free Parking. 301-334-4420. Admission: $2.

Mountain Lake Park Museum/ Ticket Office & 1 pm – 5 pm Friday, 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm Saturday and 12 pm – 4 pm Sunday. Ex-perience the “Victorian” past of Mountain Lake Park. Visit the “Ticket Office/Museum” (Rt. 135 & G St.) to use a tape or CD to guide you on the walking/driving tour of the Historic Areas. On Friday, Pleasant Valley Dream Rides will provide a buggy tour & members of The Historic Association will be available in the “Ticket Office” to answer questions. Fall refreshments will be served Sunday. 301-334-4314. Free Admission. Fee for buggy ride.

13th Annual No Hands Sundae Eating Contest 2 pm at Lakeside Creamery, 20282 Garrett Highway, Deep Creek Lake. Each contestant will be given a 3-scoop sundae complete with toppings and whipped cream. Several age categories. Prizes awarded to all winners Contest benefits local childrens charity. Fee for contestants $5.00. 301-387-2580. Free admission for spectators.

Corn Maze Adventure12 pm – 10 pm Friday, 12 pm – 9 pm Saturday, 2 pm – 6 pm Sunday. Find your way through the “Sending Love Around the World” theme in this 10-acre corn maze. Take Rt. 219 North from Accident, turn left on Cove Road (just past Northern High School), go 1.2 miles to Griffith Road and turn right. Continue one-half mile to maze. 301.746.6111, www.coverunfarmscornmaze. com. Admission: $8.00 ages 11 and up $4.00 3-10, 2 and under free.

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Parade Grand MarshalArt Rooney, Jr.

15We’d like to thank WEPCO for their sponsorship of the Autumn Glory brochures.

For more information about Autumn Glory call 301-387-4386or visit www.visitdeepcreek.com.

Art Rooney, Jr. is the second son of Arthur J. Rooney, Sr. The Chief, founder of the Pittsburgh Steelers Football Club. Art, Jr. and his four brothers grew up on the North Side of Pittsburgh. All were educated in the Catholic schools and graduated from North Catholic HighSchool. Art, Jr. gradu-ated from St. Vincent College in Latrobe, PA with a degree in history and later studied drama at Carnegie Tech and in New York City. After com-pleting his military service with the United States Marine

Corp Reserves he began working within the Steelers organ-ization. He became the scouting director and worked in that department during the formation of the great Super Bowl teams of the 1970s. Art, Jr. has been nominated to the Pro Football Hall of Fame 4 times. Art married Kathleen

(Kay) Kumer 46 years ago. They have four children, Art, III, Karen,

Mike and Susan, and six grandchildren. Kay

and Art, Jr. reside in Mt. Lebanon, PA.

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