W H A T ’ S
H A P P E N I N G
Allegany County, Maryland
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Issue: Late Summer/Early Fall 2007
Endless Summer.
dirty in the great outdoors. No where else is our “near nature,
35th Annual
Western Maryland
Street Rod
Roundup
near perfect” mantra more apparent than when you’re
Aug. 31 – Sept. 2
There’s no place quite like Allegany County to get down and
experiencing the amazing myriad of adventures available
here. We welcome you to come and play in our backyard!
Summer In The City
Allegany County hosts one of the
biggest sidewalk festivals and block
parties every weekend. Yes, every
weekend, my friend! Baltimore
Street comes alive when hundreds
of people stroll around our
pedestrain mall enjoying free musical entertainment, shopping and dining during our Friday After Five
event. Saturdays offer the same wonderful ambiance during our
Saturdays Live! event held at Canal Place. If you would prefer a more
relaxing picnic style setting, then bring a lawn chair or blanket to hear
even more free musical entertainment during our Sunday in the Park
series held at Constitution Park. No matter which evening you choose,
it will surely be a fun-filled experience for the entire family. For more
information, call 301-722-5500 or visit www.mdmountainside.com
The 35th Annual Roundup, held
at the Allegany County Fairgrounds, will feature street rods and custom
cars (up to 1962). Activities include daily poker runs, rod jousting, kids
games, valve cover races, swap meet, and nightly bands…just to name
some of the most enjoyed events. Open to the public from 9:00 AM to
5:00 PM. Cost of admission is $3.00. For more information, call Larry
Humberson at 301-697-0142 or visit www.mdmountainside.com
Enjoy the Great
Allegheny Passage
After many years of extraordinary
effort, Allegany County is proud to
announce that the Maryland portion
of the Great Allegheny Passage is
now complete. Discover it for
yourself. Whether you would prefer
to hike or bike the trail, you are sure to create miles of memories.
For more information, visit www.ahtmtrail.org or
www.mdmountainside.com
Day out with Thomas
Hosted by: Western
Maryland Scenic Railroad
Toot! Toot! All aboard! Bring the kids for this fun-filled adventure
with Thomas the Tank Engine. Your family will enjoy a 25 minute
ride with Thomas. Plenty of other family-oriented activities
include live entertainment, an Imagination Station, and a chance
to meet Sir Topham Hatt. Book your rooms well in advance for
this children’s dream come true at Canal Place in Cumberland.
Check the upcoming calendar of events on our web site at www.mdmountainside.com
ongoing late summer events
8th Annual Will’s Creek Survey
Juried Exhibition
Sept. 6 – Oct. 5
Tues. – Fri., 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM;
Sat., 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saville Gallery
For more information, call
301-777-2787 or email
[email protected]
Cumberland Airport
Autocross Series
Aug. 18 &19; Sept. 22 & 23;
Oct. 27 & 28
Event held Sat. & Sun. on Rt. 28
in Wiley Ford, WV. For more
information, call 301-724-2450
or visit www.nationalroadrally.com
Cumberland Theatre
“Cabaret Evening”
Sept. 15 – The Cumberland
Theatre will mark the official
celebration of the theatre’s
20th anniversary.
“Ten Little Indians”
Oct. 17–21, Oct. 24–28
Show times:
Wed. – Sat. at 8:00 PM;
Wed. & Sun. 3:00 PM Matinee
101 N. Johnson St., Cumberland
For more information, call
301-759-4990 or visit
www.cumberlandtheatre.com
Farmer’s Market
Downtown Cumberland
Event is held on Thurs. & Sat.
from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM on
Aug. 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25,
30; Sept. 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22,
27, 29; Oct. 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20
Friday After Five
Event begins at 5:00 PM with
entertainment lasting 5 hours.
Aug. 31, Sept. 7, 14, 21
Downtown Cumberland
J & B Farms Corn Maze
Sept. 30 – Oct. 31
Sat. – Sun., Noon – Dusk
Twiggtown J&B Farm
The corn maze is educational
and challenging…search for
clues to solve a puzzle and
conquer the maze. For more
information, call 301-478-5632
or visit www.jandbfarms.com
Movie Under the Stars
Event held at Constitution Park
beginning at 9:00 PM.
Aug. 10 – E.T.
Aug. 24 – Are We There Yet?
Music at Penn Alps
Aug. 11, 18, 25; Sept. 1
New Embassy Theatre
“The Lady in Question”
Aug. 17–19, 24–26, 31; Sept. 1–2
Serio-comic treatment of Nazi
intrigues set in a remote
Bavarian hotel, making for
sure-fire humor and mayhem.
Sunday in the Park
Enjoy a free concert at the
Constitution Park Amphitheater.
Aug. 26; Sept. 2
“Dark of the Moon”
Oct. 5–7, 12–14, 19–21
Classic Appalachian tale of
mountain folk swept up in
plots enmeshed in witchcraft,
romance and superstition suffused with 19th century tunes.
Sunday in Town Centre
Enjoy free musical entertainment
beginning at 1:00 PM.
Aug. 29; Sept. 2, 19
Show times:
Fri. – Sat. 7:30 PM
Sun., 2:30 PM
Downtown Cumberland
For more information,
call 301-722-4692.
Saturday Arts Walk
Enjoy a free, self-guided stroll
through Downtown
Cumberland’s Arts &
Entertainment District. Event
begins at 5:00 PM and runs for
3 hours. Sept. 8 and Oct. 20.
For more information, call
301-777-2787 or email
[email protected]
Stock Car Racing
Aug. 18, 26; Sept. 8, 15, 22;
Oct. 27–28
“The Rock” Speedway
Allegany County Fairgrounds
For more information, call
301-729-1200 or 410-857-3821.
Symphony Saturdays
Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29; 9:30 AM
Windsor Hall
A hands-on opportunity for
children in grades 1-5 to work
with professional musicians from
the Maryland Symphony
Orchestra.
Traveling Smithsonian Exhibit,
“Key Ingredients: America
by Food”
Sept. 28 – Nov. 10; Times Vary
FSU Compton Science Center
The exhibition delves into the
historical, regional and social
traditions that merge in everyday
meals and celebrations of the
American table. For more
information, call 301-687-3124
or visit www.frostburg.edu
Tuesday Evening Fun
Bicycle Ride
Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28; Sept. 4, 11,
18, 25; Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Event held at Western Maryland
Scenic Railroad every Tuesday
at 5:30 PM.
Oct. 28, The Pumpkin Train: Enjoy a “pumpkin train” ride to
Frostburg and back. Kids in costume (12 & under) ride for halfprice in coach.
DIESEL – Standard Excursions
All excursions depart at 11:30 AM with a trip time of 3 1/2 hours
unless otherwise noted.
All aboard…
…WESTERN MARYLAND SCENIC RAILROAD
STEAM – Standard Excursions
All excursions depart at 11:30 AM with a trip time of 3 hours
unless otherwise noted. First Class tickets include a meal service.
For more information, call 301-759-4400 or visit www.wmsr.com
Aug. 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 26, 31; Sept. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15,
16; Oct. 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27
Aug. 9, 12, 19, 23 (Diesel), 30, Senior Days: Seniors 60 years and
over, ride half-price in coach. (No groups).
Sept. 7, 14, Senior Days/ School Days: Seniors 60 years (no
groups) and over, and school children ride half-price in coach.
Aug. 2, 9, 16, 30; Oct. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24
Specialty Excursions
Murder Mystery Railroad Excursions
Aug. 11 & 25; Sept. 8 & 15; Oct. 12, 26
Departure: 6:00 PM, 4 hours
Enjoy dinner on board the dining cars of the Western Maryland
Scenic Railroad while trying to solve the “who dun it” murder
mystery play. Reservations required.
Day Out With Thomas the Tank
Sept. 21-23 & 28-30
Ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, enjoy the festivities and
games, food, pictures with Thomas and Sir Topham Hatt, a
family-fun filled day. For additional information, contact
866-468-7619 or visit www.ticketweb.com
fairs, festivals and events
august – october
AUGUST
Frostburg Kids RR Express
Aug. 1, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Cumberland to Frostburg
All aboard “Mountain Thunder”
Railroad in Cumberland for an
exciting ride to Frostburg. Listen
to a presentation from a featured
author at The Palace Theatre on
Main Street. This fun-packed
day will include a chance to see
a model railroad train display
and participate in several
activities in Frostburg. For more
information, call 301-689-6900
or visit www.frostburgfirst.org
Ali-Ghan Shriners “Blast from
the Past” Dance
Aug. 4, 8:00 PM
Ali-Ghan Shrine Ballroom
Good ole 50’s & 60’s rock ‘n roll
music provided by “Lost in the
50’s” group. Dance includes a
variety of floor shows. For more
information, call 301-722-5970.
Sportsmen’s Bash
Aug. 9–12
Allegany County Fairgrounds
$1,000,000 worth of cars,
trucks, etc. given away through
drawings. Purchase your winning ticket in advance. For more
information, call 301-784-1715
or visit www.iafflocal1715.com
4th Annual East Coast Sturgis
Motorcycle Rally
Aug. 9–12
Apple Mt., Little Orleans
Colossal entertainment, motorcycle demolition derby, raffles,
food, scenic poker run, tattoo
contests. Camping available.
Orleans Rd 5 1/2 mi, cross
bridge, turn right. For more
information, call 301-478-3421
or visit www.eastcoaststurgis.com
Italian Street Festival
& Wine Tasting
Aug. 25, 2:00 PM
Enjoy an authentic Italian
festival. Fun for the entire family.
Western Maryland Truck Show
Aug. 25–26
Allegany County Fairgrounds
Trucks on display, contests, food,
entertainment. For more
information, call 301-729-1200
or visit www.alleganycofair.org
Cruisin’ Main Street Frostburg
Aug. 30, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Frostburg Main Street
Relive those wonderful days of
Rock ‘n Roll, cruisin’ Main
Street, boppin at the Malt Shop
and just hanging out. Bring your
chair and enjoy the “American
Graffiti” style cruise on Main St.
For more information, call
301-689-6900 or visit
www.classychassiscarclub.com
Block Party/Welcome Back
Students
Aug. 30, 6:00 PM
For more information, call
301-689-6900.
Western Maryland Street
Rod Roundup
Aug. 31 – Sept. 2
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Allegany Co. Fairgrounds
35th annual roundup will
feature street rods and custom
cars on display and driving in
events. Activities include rod
events and children’s events.
For more information, call
301-697-0142 or visit
www.alleganycofair.org
SEPTEMBER
Mt. Savage Music Festival
Sept. 2, 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Moss Cottage Park, Mt. Savage
Live music from area’s local
bands, plus a national act, this
year featuring Andy Griggs.
Food, including the popular pig
roast. Bring your lawn chairs
and enjoy. Overflow parking
behind the fire dept. with shuttle
service provided. Sponsored by
the Greater Mt. Savage Athletic
Assn. For more information, call
301-689-3460.
7th Annual Homebuilders
Assn. Golf Tournament
Sept. 10, 8:00 AM, tee off 8:30 AM
Fore Sisters Golf Course
For more information, call
301-722-4343 or visit
www.hbawmd.org
A Taste of Fall Fest
Sept. 15–16
Sat., 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM;
Sun., 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Allegany County Fairgrounds
Over 50 arts & crafts vendors,
food, and children’s activities.
Rain or shine. For more information, call 301-729-1522 or
visit www.bowling-green-vfd.org
Iron Rail Days
Sept. 22–23
Sat. – Sun., 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mt. Savage Town Park Pavilion
For more information, call
301-264-9917.
Tri-State Concert Assn presents
Matt Lewis
Sept. 22, 7:30 PM
Allegany High School
Legends of Rock ‘n Roll Series in
a tribute to Elvis, with guests the
Chinese Bandits. Call for tickets.
Doors open at 6:30 PM.
For more information, call
301-759-0580 or visit
[email protected]
FSU Appalachian Festival
Sept. 22
Sat., 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM;
Evening concert, 7:30 PM
Celebrate the region’s natural
landscape, history, culture, food,
musical and artistic traditions all of those aspects that make
this section of appalachia
unique. Festival featuring
performances, live animals,
workshops, arts & crafts
demonstrations, regional foods
and children’s activities.
For more information, call
301-687-3124 or visit
www.frostburg.edu
Cresaptown Fire Dept.
Gun Bash
Sept. 22
Allegany County Fairgrounds
Buy your ticket for a chance
to win a gun, etc. For more
information, call 301-729-1200.
FSU Parents Weekend
Sept. 28-30
Fri. – Sun., Times vary.
FSU Campus
Various events including
sporting events, theatre and
entertainment. For more
information, call 301-687-4311
or visit www.frostburg.edu
2007 Loft Tour
Sept. 29, 5:00 PM
A fundraising event for Allegany
Arts Council, featuring a selfguided tour of six loft spaces in
Downtown Cumberland’s Arts
& Entertainment District.
For more information, call
301-777-ARTS (2787) or visit
www.mdmountainside.com
Cirque Le Masque
Sept. 29, 8:00 PM
As part of Family Weekend at
FSU, the Cultural Events Series
presents a sophisticated
European-style circus.
Twiggtown Harvest Festival
Sept. 30, Noon – 5:00 PM
Twiggtown J&B Farm
A family event with fall decorations, pumpkins, food, crafts,
hayrides, corn maze, kids crafts
corner, games, play area, live
farm animals. For more
information, call 301-478-5632
or visit www.jandbfarms.com
RIDE, Bikers for Babies
Sept. 30, 10:00 AM
Downtown Cumberland
Join us on a scenic ride through
Western Maryland while raising
money to help save babies.
For more information, call
301-722-3867 or visit
www.marchofdimes.org
OCTOBER
Ali-Ghan Shrine
Golf Scrambler
Oct. 1, Noon
Cumberland Country Club
Entry fee covers lunch, 18 holes
of golf, cart and catered meal
after. $75 per golfer. Come out
and enjoy this beautiful golf
course. For more information,
call 301-722-5970.
Big Kahuna 5
Oct. 4–6
Allegany County Fairgrounds
Stock Car racing festival &
events. For more information,
call 301-729-1200 or visit
www.alleganycofair.org
Check the upcoming calendar of events on our web site at www.mdmountainside.com
events cont.
Great Allegany Run
Oct. 6, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Downtown Cumberland
The Great Allegany Run (15K) is
the showcase event, in addition
there is a 2 mile walk and a 5k
race. For more information, call
301-687-0644 or visit
www.qcstriders.org
Octoberfest on the Mall
Oct. 6, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Downtown Cumberland
For more information, call
301-777-2800 or visit
www.downtowncumberland.com
Ali-Ghan Shriners
Cash Bonanza
Oct. 6, Noon – 6:00 PM
Ali-Ghan Shrine Ballroom
Beautiful fall afternoon with an
opportunity to win cash prizes,
snacks, beverages, games of
chance, music by a DJ. $20 per
person. For more information,
call 301-722-5970.
Maryland Symphony Orchestra
Oct. 12
The FSU Cultural Events Main
Stage Series and the Allegany
Arts Council present the
Maryland Symphony Orchestra.
Fall Mountain Classic All-Breed
Dog Shows
Oct. 19–21, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Allegany County Fairgrounds
Three AKC Shows this weekend
sponsored by Laurel Highland
Kennel Assn on Friday and
Upper Potomac Valley Kennel
club on Sat/Sun. For more information, call 301-724-1955 or
visit www.alleganycofair.org
Ali-Ghan Shriners
“Octoberfest”
Oct. 19
Fri., 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM;
Sat., 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ali-Ghan Shrine Ballroom
An authentic German October-
contact us
Allegany County Visitors
Center – Dept. of Tourism
Western Maryland Railway Station
13 Canal Street
Cumberland, MD 21502
301-777-5138 or 800-425-2067
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Allegany County
Chamber of Commerce
Bell Tower Building
24 Frederick Street
Cumberland, MD 21502
301-722-2820
www.alleganycountychamber.com
fest complete with genuine
upm-bah band, German food
and lots of fun. For more information, call 301-722-5970.
Tri-State Concert Assn presents
Ellsbeary Hobb’s Drifters and
The Platters
Oct. 20, 7:30 PM
Allegany High School
Legends of Rock ‘n Roll Series.
Doors open at 6:30 PM. Call for
tickets. For more information,
call 301-759-0580
or visit [email protected]
Tripex Stamp Show
Oct. 27, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
LaVale Fire Hall
Stamp show and bourse
with approx. 9-12 dealers.
US- foreign stamps, covers,
stamp collecting supplies,
US Postal Service. For more
information, call 301-777-0379.
Halloween on the Mall
Oct. 27, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Downtown Cumberland
For more information, call
301-777-2800 or visit
www.downtowncumberland.com
City of Cumberland
Halloween Party
Oct. 28, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Constitution Park
Annual Halloween Part for
Families: children’s costume
contest, hayride, games, crafts,
haunted house, treats and
refreshments. For more information, call 301-759-6636 or visit
www.downtowncumberland.com