2025 Little Yough Music Festival Series
The Oakland Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 2025 Little Yough Music Festival series, running on Fridays from July 25 through August 29! Bring your lawn chairs and friends! Each concert begins at 7 p.m., but come early for local food and...
August 2025 Issue
Dear Friends, I’m writing this from my patio table, where a hummingbird keeps swooping in to sip from my husband’s petunias. The morning air is just right, and my hot coffee sends up wisps of steam in the sunlight. It’s my favorite time of day. Last evening, a couple...
Collen’s Picks for the Lake-Front Book Club
Earlier this year, I read a book called “The Old Man. I picked it up on Christmas Day because my brother had gifted it to my father and written on the inside cover: To my Old Man. Love, Brooks. I thought that was funny or at least clever, and I started reading 48...
Kate Collins of JG’s Pub Wins 2025 Heise Award
The winner of the 2025 Heise Entrepreneurial Spirit Award was announced during the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Membership Meeting & Dinner on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Martin Heise made the presentation to this year’s winner, Kate Collins of JG’s...
Patty Mash Receives Peggy Jamison Heritage Preservation Award
The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Patty Mash as the recipient of the 2025 Peggy Jamison Heritage Preservation Award, an honor that recognizes exceptional dedication to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Garrett County. The award...
Art Around Every Corner: The 2025 Artist Studio Tour
The 2025 Artist Studio Tour returns July 26–27, inviting locals and visitors alike to step inside the heart of creativity from 11 am to 5 pm each day. This free, self-guided adventure is your passport to the unexpected: backroad barns turned galleries, lakeside...
Lakeside Creamery Celebrates 30 Years ‘Like No Udder!’ Since 1995
As of April 30, 2025, Garrett County’s favorite ice-cream haven officially hit a major milestone—30 years of scooping joy under the stewardship of beloved local businessman Bill Meagher. What began in the summer of 1995 as a small lakeside shop has blossomed into a...
July 2025 Issue
There’s just something about July in Garrett County that makes me smile. The lake’s buzzing, the mountain laurel’s showing off, and it feels like everyone’s out and soaking it in - chasing sunsets, meeting friends on the water, and grabbing ice cream on a Tuesday...
June 2025 Issue
Dear Friends, Throughout the 34 years I have been publishing The Lake-Front, we have seen many changes, the largest being the death of my husband and business partner, the beloved Skip Around Town. Since then, I’ve been blessed with the talents (and strong backs) of...
May 2025 Issue
Dear Friends, May has arrived and with it some spring weather...finally! The plants and trees are blooming, docks are going in around the lake, and a definite hint of summer is in the air! The Deep Creek Lake Centennial year long celebration continues as Collen DuBose...
April 2025 Issue
Dear Friends, Spring is here! It was a typical Garrett County March with sunshine one day, snow showers the next, but the flowers and trees are budding and Mother Nature is promising warmer days ahead. Warmer weather means even more fun events and we’ve got a bunch...
March 2025 Issue
Dear Friends, Winter continues here on the mountain and that pesky groundhog has promised us it will continue into March. That is good news for skiers everywhere, as conditions at Wisp have been stellar this winter and the season should continue well into this month....
Cove Creek Lodge
Cove Creek Lodge stands as a beacon of modern luxury, redefining the area’s hospitality landscape. The newly renovated boutique hotel combines the charm of nature with the sophistication of upscale comfort. As one of the area’s first boutique hotels, Cove Creek Lodge...
Greene Turtle presents The19th Greene
Located inside the beloved Greene Turtle restaurant in McHenry, MD, 19th Greene is a revolutionary new business that combines cutting-edge indoor golf with a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere. Opened on November 1st, 2024, 19th Greene invites locals and tourists to...
Gear Up for your Winter Fest Adventure this year at Camp Winter Wonderland!
Bundle up and head to the heart of the Oakland Arts & Entertainment District on Saturday, February 15th, from 11am to 4pm for the much-anticipated 2025 Winter Fest! This annual celebration is an icy extravaganza filled with fun for the whole family, offering a day...
February 2025 Issue
Dear Friends, As of this writing, we (Garrett County) had already received over 86” of snow. Between sub-zero temperatures and almost daily snowfall, it’s been what the locals refer to as “an old-fashioned Garrett County winter”. Wisp Resort has been enjoying some of...
The Alley – A Dynamic Hub for Fun, Family, and Community
When you think of a community gathering place, you envision more than just a business – you think of a place where people come together, create memories and form connections. That’s exactly what The Alley in Oakland, Garrett County, has become. Celebrating a decade of...
Celebrating 100 Years of Deep Creek Lake: Discovering the Stories of Maryland’s Largest Man-Made Lake
The year 2025 marks the 100th Anniversary of Deep Creek Lake, and January kicks off several of a year-long list of activities to commemorate this momentous happening. Numerous volunteers from local groups, including The Deep Creek Watershed Foundation, Deep Creek Lake...
January 2025 Issue
Dear Friends, Happy New Year. I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season and are looking forward to a healthy and prosperous new year. This year, 2025, marks the 100th Anniversary of the forming of Deep Creek Lake! To celebrate, a committee of hardworking...
December 2024 Issue
Dear Friends, The next five weeks look to be busy for all. Shopping, decorating, baking...the list of to-dos for most of us is long...too long. Make sure to take some time to do the fun things of the season. Our Calendar of Events (starting on Page 14) is full of...
Local Shopping Guide
For Festive Fun and Holiday Finds! With the holiday season upon us, Garrett County offers a unique selection of local shops and events to help make your gift-giving special. From stocking stuffers to crafts and festive experiences, these local spots have something for...
November 2024 Issue
Dear Friends, What a wonderful October. The weather has been nearly perfect (although we are in desperate need of rain) and the trees are still showing off some of her colors. The 57th Autumn Glory Festival was a huge success and the highlight for me, was watching my...
2024 Maryland State Banjo, Fiddle, and Mandolin Championships
The 2024 Maryland State Banjo, Fiddle, and Mandolin Championships are set to return on Friday, October 11th, at Southern Garrett High School in Oakland, Maryland. This event is a cherished part of the annual Autumn Glory Festival, showcasing the finest talents in...
October 2024 Issue
Dear Friends, It’s officially fall and the trees of mountain Maryland have decided to start their colorful show a little early. Driving around the county right now is a delight for the eyes and balm for the soul. For some of the most scenic rides, be sure to go to...