Now – Help Seniors sustain their independence by providing free services like transportation to medical appointments or the grocery store, running errands, making telephone reassurance calls, or friendly visits, and more. Whether they have two hours a weeks or two hours a month to offer, volunteers have the opportunity to make a direct, positive impact on the lives of others every time they participate. Join RSVP today by contacting Shirley Vanmeter at 304-257-1221 or 1-800-296-1221.
Now – Want to make a difference in the life of a child? The Foster Grandparent Program needs senior volunteers ages 55 and older to help children in schools and child care settings. Your life experience is very valuable to children who need a special person. You can be that special person while earning a non-taxable stipend, mileage reimbursement and other benefits by working as little as 15 hours per week. Foster Grandparents make strong connections with children and receive great satisfaction from making a difference in their lives. We need your help in making sure that every child has the extra help needed. We need You! For more information call: Myra Vance 304-257-1221 or 1-800-296-1221
Now – Let’s Beautify Cumberland! is gearing up for another season of cleaning up, planting and generally maintaining our public spaces. Would you like to be a part of our beautification Cumberland efforts? Adopt a parklet? As a group, family, or individual? As a one-day effort or a seasonal project? All helping hands are welcome and needed. Let us know. If you would like more information about LBC! projects or to volunteer, please send an email to [email protected] with your phone number so someone from LBC! can contact you. The spring season is just at its beginning. Let’s make it another successful one!
Now – Love dogs and cats? The Allegany County Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers to help at the shelter. Applications and information are available at www.alleganyanimalshelter.com. ACAS is the only municipal no-kill shelter in the state of Maryland.
Now – Not a member of the Downtown Cumberland Business Association (DCBA)? Even if you don’t have a business in Downtown Cumberland, you can join as a Friend of DCBA. Membership forms are available at www.visitcumberland.org. Join in and support the efforts of Downtown Cumberland businesses in keeping our Downtown alive and vibrant. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.visitcumberland.org. If you and/or your business have any Downtown Cumberland special events, sales, etc. you would like to include in this weekly email, please send the information to [email protected]
Now – The Downtown Cumberland Farmers’ Market is a place where the community meets each week to enjoy fresh produce, locally grown fruits, vegetables, plants, organic products, fresh seafood, prepared foods, as well as the work of local artists and craftspeople. The market sets up every Thursday from 9:30 am – 2 pm on Baltimore Street in Historic City Center from May to October.
Now – 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. Being situated in the beautiful mountains of Western Maryland presents a great opportunity for our shelter dogs to experience the joy of a long walk, hike or run in many of the area’s scenic locations. Looking for something more low-key? No problem, we have many pups that would enjoy an afternoon lounging on a couch, a leisurely stroll through the neighborhood or maybe a trip for ice cream. 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.
Now – Love dogs and cats? The Allegany County Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers to help at the shelter. Applications and information are available at www.alleganyanimalshelter.com. ACAS is the only municipal no-kill shelter in the state of Maryland.
Now –Are you looking for a place to have a party, gathering, or other function? Frostburg Elks is accepting reservations to use the back room at the lodge. You do not have to be a member to rent it. Call 240-362-8029 for information.
OR BY PHONE AT 410-967-9112.
Now – March Clean Water Through The Backyard Buffers Program. No matter where you live, you live in a watershed! It is important to keep these waterways as clean as possible for future generations. You can plant a backyard forest buffer of native trees and shrubs to help protect and improve water quality in your community! How Can You Participate? Sign up online https://forms.gle/fojc8JJURmReA74Z6. We will follow up with applicants in late March If you are unable to sign up online, contact your local Forest Service office: Allegany County – [email protected] (301-777-5590) or Garrett County – [email protected] (301-334-3296).
Please follow signage to ensure safe flow and do NOT exit your vehicle. One box/BAG per vehicle. Masks are required.
Bring your own dinner, Covid Rules will apply. Contact Terri Monahan for details
This event is drive-through only. Bags will be pre-packaged with core items only. New recipients are asked to bring a photo ID for registration.
March 12th – 19thThe 2nd Annual Bite of the Burg Frostburg Restaurant week will take place March 12th-19th! Downtown Frostburg restaurants, bars, and cafes will be featuring favorite dishes and cocktails, offering special menu items, and select discounts all week long!
In addition, FrostburgFirst will be holding a week-long contest with the chance to win $25 in Burg Bucks to spend in the downtown! To enter, purchase from a participating restaurant, find our QR code on our flyers (or visit downtownfrostburg.com/biteoftheburg), and upload your receipt. Four winners will be announced on Monday, March 21st.
For more information please visit https://www.downtownfrostburg.com/biteoftheburg/. Contact FrostburgFirst with any questions at events@frostburgfirst.com or at (301) 689 6900.
Sincerely,
Ron Hudson, Pendleton FFA
Lacee Kesner, East Hardy FFA
Maggie Waugh, East Hardy FFA
Missy Whetzel, Petersburg FFA
March 26th 2-4 It’s the Nothing but the Truth event on Saturday, March 26 from 2-4 at the Petersburg Presbyterian Church 20 N Main Street, Petersburg. Linking teens to facts that Shatter The Myths about drugs and drug use with refreshments, activities, prizes and community resources and presentations, brought to you by Potomac Highlands Guild, Inc. For more information contact 304-257-5200.
April
April 1st 9a-12p in Keyser – Three Keyser High School Seniors Who Demonstrate Outstanding Sportsmanship And Superior Academic Performance will be awarded with a Scholarship. Listen To The Award Ceremony On Friday, April 1th From Nine To Noon On 1390 Am WKLP.
APRIL 2nd AT 8 AM A Mile in Their Shoes: Color Run 5 K and Fun Run at Canal Place This event will kick off Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month in April. This year we are adding a 5K to the Color Run. Registration information will be available soon.
APRIL 9th AT 9 AM – 11 AM Easter Bunny Breakfast 13200 Bedford Rd NE, Cumberland, MD 21502-6916, United States Stop out and have breakfast with the Easter Bunny and support your local fire department. $5 per person. Eggs, pancakes, hashbrowns, and other goodies Hosted by Bedford Road Volunteer Fire Department
April 9th from 10:30-12:30 Allegany Student Government’s 1st ever Community Egg Hunt, registration begins at 9:30 on the Alco Upper Track, $3 Admission to egg hunt and free entry in the bike raffle. Enjoy and assortment of egg surprises and there will be a small fee for additional activities including face painting, bunny photos and crafts. All proceeds will benefit the organization.
APRIL 9th The 5th Annual Charity Shader 5K Race race will take place in Frostburg on April 9, 2022. Currently, they are looking for volunteers and runners. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. All proceeds benefit the FSU office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to improve race equality on campus. START/FINISH LINE: Registration: 9am
FSU BOBCAT STADIUM RACE START: 10am
101 BRADDOCK RD
FROSTBURG, MD 21532
CHARITY RACE FOR: FSU Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
FACEBOOK EVENT: Shader 5k
RACE REGISTRATION: https://www.raceentry.com/races/shader-5k/2022/register
CATEGORIES:
Kid’s Fun run (1 mile): $15
Student (with student ID): $15
Adult – $30
Virtual – $25
QUESTIONS: EMAIL [email protected]
5
th Annual
SATURDAY APRIL 9
th, 2022 RAIN OR SHINE!
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TOO –
Email [email protected] if interested
APRIL 9th The Mountain Arts Guild (MAG) invites local artisans and makers to apply for space at the Spring Artisan Market to be held April 9 at the Fort Ashby Fire Department. Space is limited, so applications will be juried to avoid duplication and guarantee product quality. To be considered, artwork must be designed and created by the artist. No commercial vendors or resale items will be allowed. Interested artists can view and download the application form and event flyer at https://www.mountainartsguild.com/programs, or request one by sending an email message to [email protected]. There is no fee to apply. Selected artists will receive notification and an invoice for the booth fee prior to the event.The deadline for applications to be received is Monday, March 21, 2022. Completed applications and photos of artists’ works can be mailed to MAG Spring Artisan Market, Attn: Brenda Caldwell, 32 Skyview Drive, Fort Ashby, WV 26719. Artists wishing to have their photos returned should include a self-addressed envelope with correct postage. Applications and photos can also be emailed to [email protected]. Emails should include the name of the artist and their business name, with “ATTN: Spring Artisan Market” as the subject of the message. For more information, call Brenda Caldwell at 304-298-3296.
April 13th Kathryn Church Davis Conference Center in Keyser
APRIL 16th AT 11 AM – 1 PM Visit with the Easter Bunny The McCoury Family Stage Hey kids – the Easter Bunny is coming to downtown Cumberland, Saturday, April 16. He’ll be making his appearance at the McCoury Family Stage from 11 am – 1 pm. The first 300 kids will receive a free goodie bag. Come meet the big guy in white!
APRIL 23rd AT 9 AM Greenway Avenue Stadium 2.2 mile Mini-Marathon and 1-mile walk Please join us for our Greenway Avenue Stadium 2.2 mile Mini-Marathon and 1-mile walk on Saturday, April 23 at 9am. We are raising money to continue to improve Greenway Avenue Stadium.
This event is sanctioned by the Queen City Striders. If you are not a runner, please come out and walk. The event starts at 9a.m. with registration starting at 8a.m
May
May 14th 11-3p Saddle Up and Join us for the Head Start Rodeo on Saturday, May 14 from 11-3 at Canal Place with mechanical bull, Chick fil A and Kona Ice and a bounce house with music and door prizes and vendors and a Tattoo Nouveau Raffle Drawing with applications available for children birth- five
June
JUNE 5th, 2022 AT 12 PM – 4 PM 2022 Cumberland Pride Festival Canal Place
June 25th Oldtown Summerfest is Saturday, June 25th, Rain or Shine!
Location: 19210 Opessa Street, SE, Oldtown, MD 21555