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Learning is exciting on the Mountainside! Get outside with the kids and make memories that last forever.
Our mountains offer a relaxed meeting place to gather your organization, club or even just old friends.
Outdoor adventures happen year-round in the mountains. Play hard and go home tired!
We make an easy getaway. Stay in a quaint B&B, sample our eclectic menus, and stroll our historic brick sidewalks.
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| May 24 | DelFest 2012 DelFest, an annual Bluegrass festival presented by MDmountainside.com, will be returning to the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland MD, May 24-27, 2012. The initial artist lineup has arrived with many more TBA! We're pleased to welcome the following performers to the 5th annual DelFest: The Del McCoury Band Steve Martin and The Steep Canyon Rangers Yonder Mountain String Band, Sam Bush Band The Travelin’ McCourys (feat. Keller Williams 5/26) Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Keller Williams Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver The Infamous Stringdusters Emmitt-Nershi Band Joe Craven Split Lip Rayfield The Larry Stephenson Band The David Mayfield Parade Mountain Sprout Mon River Ramblers And Many More TBA! For more information on the festival, or to purchase tickets, check out www.delfest.com. Sponsored by High Sierra Music. |
| Jun 2 | 2012 Mountain Maryland Plein Air Welcome to the 2012 Mountain Maryland Plein Air event! This fourth annual juried exhibition and art competition is sponsored by the <span class="red"><B><a href="http://www.alleganyartscouncil.org/static.php?page=11" target="_blank">Allegany Arts Council</a></B></span>, a non-profit organization that was established in 1975 to support and grow the arts in our community. The 2012 Mountain Maryland Plein Air event will take place from Tuesday, May 29 - Sunday, June 10 throughout Allegany & Garrett Counties in Western Maryland. Only thirty (30) artists will be accepted to participate, and <B>$5,000 in prize money</B> will be awarded, including $1,500 for Best of Show! Here is the schedule of activities for our 2012 Mountain Maryland Plein Air event: <B>- Tuesday, May 29, 5PM:</B> Welcome Dinner for Participating Artists <I>(Participating artists only)</I> <B>- May 30-June 1:</B> Artists paint throughout Allegany and Garrett Counties <B>- Friday, June 1, 6-8PM:</B> Artists & Sponsors Reception at the home of Tom & Mary Kay Finan <I>(Artists and Sponsors only)</I> <B>- Saturday, June 2, 10AM-Noon:</B> "Quick Draw" event in Downtown Cumberland <I>(Local artists are invited to participate. Prizes will be awarded and artwork will be available for sale. Free Arts Bus activities for children.)</I> <B>- Saturday, June 2, 5-6PM:</B> Sponsors Social Hour & Preview at the Saville Gallery <I>(Artists and Sponsors only)</I> <B>- Saturday, June 2, 6-8PM:</B> Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony at the Saville Gallery <I>(Free and open to the public)</I> <B>- Sunday, June 3, 12:30-2:30PM:</B> Plein Air Jazz Brunch Fundraiser at the Saville Gallery <I>(Delicious Food. Live Jazz. Great Art. Bloody Mary Bar and Mimosas available. Tickets are $25/person, available in advance at the Allegany Arts Council. Call 301-777-ARTS and reserve your tickets today with Visa or MasterCard. Also, enter our drawing to win an original Plein Air watercolor painting–only $20/chance!)</I> <B>- June 3-10:</B> Artwork remains on display in the <span class="generalinfo"><a href="/static.php?page=39" target="_blank"><b>Saville Gallery</b></a></span> and available for sale This year's juror and awards judge is <B> Stephen Doherty</B>, editor of PleinAir™ magazine. Stephen earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from Cornell University; taught art in public schools, colleges, and workshops; worked for an art-materials manufacturer; served as editor-in-chief of American Artist magazine for 31 years; and is now editor of PleinAir™ magazine, a print and digital magazine dedicated to people who enjoy artwork based on direct observation of nature. He has written a dozen art books and hundreds of magazine articles; exhibited his paintings in solo and group exhibitions; served on the advisory boards of art schools and artists’ organizations; and judged art exhibitions for museums and art societies. <B><span class="attractionheadline">Congratulations to our 2012 Mountain Maryland Plein Air artists:</SPAN></B> <LI><A href="http://www.brunobaranfineart.com" target=_blank><B>Bruno Baran (MD)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.jillbasham.com" target=_blank><B>Jill Basham (MD)</B></A> <LI>Ron Boehmer (VA) <LI><A href="http://www.robertbowdenwatercolors.com" target=_blank><B>Robert L. Bowden (PA)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.claudiabrookes.com" target=_blank><B>Claudia L. Brookes (MD)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.hiulaichong.com" target=_blank><B>Hiu Lai Chong (MD)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.jackieclarkart.com" target=_blank><B>Jackie Clark (NY)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.jancrooker.com" target=_blank><B>Jan Crooker (PA)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.artworksbydaviddiaz.com" target=_blank><B>David Diaz (MD)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.dorbinart.com" target=_blank><B>Richard Dorbin (MD)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.raymondewingfineart.com" target=_blank><B>Ray Ewing (MD)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.donnagodlove.fineartstudioonline.com" target=_blank><B>Donna L. Godlove (MD)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.catherinehillis.com" target=_blank><B>Catherine Hillis (VA)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.haiouhou.com" target=_blank><B>Hai-Ou Hou (MD)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.delawarebyhand.org/johnston.htm" target=_blank><B>Susan S. Johnston (DE)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.rebeccanking.com" target=_blank><B>Rebecca N. King (NC)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.janicekirsh.com" target=_blank><B>Janice Kirsh (MD)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.brett-art.com" target=_blank><B>Brett LaGue (VA)</B></A> <LI>Alice Laputka (PA) <LI><A href="http://www.lynnmehta.com" target=_blank><B>Lynn Mehta (VA)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.barbaranuss.com" target=_blank><B>Barbara Nuss (MD)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.openairarts.com" target=_blank><B>Jeremy Shires (NJ)</B></A> <LI><A href="http://www.staatworks.com" target=_blank><B>Roberta Staat (MD)</B></A> <LI>Roland Stevens (NY) <LI><A href="http://www.jasontako.com" target=_blank><B>Jason Tako (PA)</B></A> <LI>Murray Taylor (MD) <LI>Patricia Tice (MD) <LI><A href="http://www.megwalsh.com" target=_blank><B>Meg Walsh (VA)</B></A> <LI>Wilson Webb (VA) <LI><A href="http://www.stewartwhitestudios.com" target=_blank><B>Stewart White (MD)</B></A> For questions about the 2012 Mountain Maryland Plein Air event, please email <A href="mailto:ethomas@allconet.org"><B>Emily Thomas</B></A>, or call her at 301-777-ARTS (2787). Click here for <SPAN class=generalinfo><B><A href="http://www.alleganyartscouncil.org/static.php?page=279" target=_blank>photos from the 2011 event</A></B></SPAN>. |
| Jun 9 | The Locomotive Experience Beginning at 9:00 a.m., take advantage of a unique opportunity to operate a Diesel Locomotive (GP30) with the guidance of one of our experienced Engineers! The fee is $100.00, and you must be age 12 or older. Under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. A $10.00 fee would apply to the accompanying adult. Approximately 15 - 20 minutes. Advanced reservations are required due to limited availability. |
| Jun 9 | 44th Annual Heritage Days Festival Occurring the second full weekend in June, Heritage Days marks the beginning of Allegany County's summer season. The Festival is held in the Prospect Square area of Washington Street and within Downtown Cumberland, but manages to spill out into other areas of the city. From the unique and diverse arts and crafts makers and the varied ethnic food offerings of the sidewalk vendors to the wide variety of activities for children and entertainment, this festival features something for everyone, for all ages and all interests. |
| Jul 14 | Allegany County Fair & AG Expo This year the Allegany County Fair & AG will open Satuarday, July 14 with rides running at 3 p.m., dirt drag races for cars and trucks at 5 p.m. and a mud bog at 7 p.m. On July 15, rides will be offered for a $12 pay once price from 3 p.m. until closing. Admission will be free and local bands will perform. Lonestar will perform at 7:30 p.m. July 16. Cold Ford will appear on July 17 at 7:30 p.m. The fair continues with free admission July 18 and Oldies group AM Rock at 7:30 p.m. Please check our website for the detailed schedule and enjoy demolition derbies and our great events! |
| Aug 9 | 1715 Bash 2012 will be our 10th anniversary Sportsmens Bash! The Bash will held on August 9th-12th at the Allegany County Fairgrounds.<br/> Combo - $115.00 1-Bash, 1-Treasure Chest, 1-Guest Pass plus entry in the Early Bird Drawings<br/> Bash Ticket - $90.00 plus entry in the Early Bird Drawings |
| Sep 22 | Frostburg Arts Walk: September 22, 2012 The <span class="generalinfo"><b><a href="/static.php?page=210" target="_blank">Downtown Frostburg Arts & Entertainment District</a></b></span> will host its final Arts Walk of the 2012 season on Saturday, September 22 from 5-8PM...and you're invited! The Arts Walks are self-guided walking tours that feature opening receptions and exhibitions at downtown art galleries, museum displays, literary and dance performances, live music and theatre, shopping at a variety of retail destinations, and dining at some of the area's finest restaurants. The evening also includes "hands-on" children's activities on board the Allegany Arts Council's <span class="generalinfo"><b><a href="http://www.alleganyartscouncil.org/static.php?page=150" target="_blank">Arts Bus</a></b></span>. While some of the evening performances may require the purchase of tickets, most activities are free, and many participating venues offer discounts to Arts Walk participants. It's really a great opportunity for family and friends to come out together to support the arts in Allegany County, and to enjoy a beautiful fall evening in historic Downtown Frostburg. Brochures for the September 22 Frostburg Arts Walk will be available from the Allegany Arts Council and from each of the participating Arts Walk destinations about two weeks before the event. For more information, please email <A href="mailto:frostburgfirst@gmail.com"><B>Maureen Brewer</B></A>, or call her at the FrostburgFirst Main Street office at 301-689-6900. You may also call the Allegany Arts Council at 301-777-ARTS (2787). |
| Oct 20 | Mountain Maryland Art Sale and Tour (1st Weekend) SAVE THE DATE for the first weekend of the 2012 Mountain Maryland Art Sale and Tour. Visit area artists from throughout Mountain Maryland and nearby West Virginia on this free, self-guided Tour. Additional details will follow.... <B>For area artists:</B> The Allegany Arts Council would like to invite all area visual artists to participate in the 2012 Mountain Maryland Art Sale and Tour. The two-weekend event is scheduled for 11AM-5PM on October 20&21 and October 27&28. <B>To participate, you must return your Artist Agreement form and participation fee to the Allegany Arts Council no later than Friday, April 6, 2012. <I>Please follow this link to <span class="generalinfo"><a href="http://www.alleganyartscouncil.org/downloads/2012 AST Artist Agreement.pdf" target="_blank"><b>download the form</b></span></a></I></B>. Artist Agreement forms, with additional participation requirements, are also available from the Allegany Arts Council, or may be requested electronically by emailing <A href="mailto:avick@allconet.org"><B>avick@allconet.org</B></A>. For questions, please call Andy Vick at 301-777-ARTS (2787). |
| Nov 23 | Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Don’t miss the annual Downtown Cumberland Tree Lighting Ceremony & Christmas Music Show on Friday, November 23. Musical entertainment starts at Isiminger Town Centre at 6 p.m. Tree lighting is at 7 p.m. and will be hosted by Mayor Brian Grim and the Cumberland City Council. Open houses and musical entertainment begin in the afternoon in various downtown locations and run throughout the evening. It’s the official start of the Christmas season in Downtown Cumberland! |
