All monthly in person meetings will be held at Dutch’s Restaurant, 567 Glendale Road on Deep Creek Lake
(unless otherwise noted). Registration for meetings begins at 10:00 a.m. Programs start promptly at 10:30 a.m.,
followed by our business meeting, and lunch. Lunch is available with reservations required at the cost of $15.00 per person. Zoom meetings require pre-registration. Once registered, you will receive a link to log in 15 minutes before the program starts. Please click on Contact Us for more information.
(unless otherwise noted). Registration for meetings begins at 10:00 a.m. Programs start promptly at 10:30 a.m.,
followed by our business meeting, and lunch. Lunch is available with reservations required at the cost of $15.00 per person. Zoom meetings require pre-registration. Once registered, you will receive a link to log in 15 minutes before the program starts. Please click on Contact Us for more information.
Programs & Activities
September 9, 2021 11:00
Blue Star Memorial Dedication
September 21, 2021
This is a great time of year to do the Seed Saving/Garden Clean Up talk. Mainly from flowers/native plants, etc. We will have some seeds to share and let folks make their own seed packets. Ashley Bodkins will be leading this informative and fun program. Ashley is the Senior Agent Associate- Environmental and Natural Resources at the University of Maryland Extension- Garrett County Office. She also partners with us for our garden tour and frequently helps at our youth gardening projects.
October 19, 2021
The Benefits of Plants and Herbs for Health & Wellness, presented by Alea McClintock-Donahue. Alea’s presentation will provide an introduction to Yorkie Acres Farm and Herbal Earth Apothecary at Yorkie Acres farm located in Friendsville, Maryland. This presentation will discuss Alea’s passion and focus on natural, holistic and herbal health and wellness practices. She will discuss her range of herbal products and services that are provided on the farm with some discussion of the benefits of plants and herbs for health and wellness. She hopes to share her knowledge and passion for the medicinal and healing power of plants and the Earth with you. Alea will also be bringing some of her handcrafted herbal products that will be available for viewing and purchase.
Alea McClintock-Donahue is a wife, mother of two, a doctor of nursing practice with 16 years of experience in the medical field as a nurse and nurse practitioner, the owner of Yorkie Acres Farm and Herbal Earth Apothecary at Yorkie Acres Farm located just outside of Friendsville, Md. Her passion is herbal and natural holistic health and wellness, which is the focus of their farm ventures. She has a passion for helping people, animals and the planet with a focus on holistic wellness. Her goal is to connect farm visitors and clients to nature and the Earth, as well as help them achieve physical and mental wellness and balance.
November 16, 2021
Brian Branthoover of Halian & Associates Landscaping will present Trends in Hardscaping for Beauty and the Environment. Brian is considered an expert in his field with over 30 years of experience in the industry, an impressive education in landscape design/construction, and a strong reputation for innovative landscape design.
November 30, 2021 10:30 am (Via Zoom)
Susie Middleton will present via Zoom Williamsburg Holiday Design. She will talk about where the concept comes from, what it looks like, and handouts to show us how to make a door topper or apple tree. Lots of photos of different designs from the homes in Williamsburg will be included, each featuring different combinations of material.
December 14, 2021 Holiday Party
(Members and invited guest only)
January 11, 2022, 10:30 am (Via Zoom)
Kevin Dodge, director of the Natural Resources and Wildlife Technology program at Garrett College, will present Unique Amphibians and Reptiles of Western Maryland.
February 8, 2022, 10:30 am (Via Zoom)
Claire Jones, Professional Horticulturists and landscape designer, and owner of Claire Jones Landscapes, will present Trade Secrets: Tips to Great Floral Arrangements from your Garden or Grocery Store.
March 15, 2022, 10:30 am (via Zoom)
Kathleen Gibbs, MLGC member, will present Forest Therapy, also known as "Forest Bathing" and "Nature Immersion" is the practice of spending time in natural environments for their beneficial health effects. An outgrowth of the Japanese practice of "shInrin-yoku" (Literally: 'forest bathing'), this presentation will outline the practice of forest therapy, describe studies that support its beneficial health effects and suggest activities for garden clubs that align with this activity.
April 19, 2022, 10:30 am
Garden Gems at New Germany. The native plant garden at New Germany State Park is home to many of the botanical gems found in Mountain Maryland. Though each species is clearly labeled with its common and scientific name, there’s much more to know! Discover their critical importance to our region’s natural heritage and sense of place. This program will be presented by Liz McDowell, Coordinator of the Western Mountains Chapter of Maryland Native Plant Society.
May 19, 2022 General Meeting
June 21, 2022 General Meeting
June 2022 – 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
MLGC Perennial Plant Sale to be held in the outdoor area adjacent to the Garrett County Historical Museum
107 South Second Street, in Oakland.
June 25, 2022 – 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
MLGC Country Gardens Tour
July 19, 2022 – 6:00 p.m.
(Members and invited guest only)
MLGC Summer Picnic at Deep Creek Yacht Club Pavilion in Turkey Neck
Blue Star Memorial Dedication
September 21, 2021
This is a great time of year to do the Seed Saving/Garden Clean Up talk. Mainly from flowers/native plants, etc. We will have some seeds to share and let folks make their own seed packets. Ashley Bodkins will be leading this informative and fun program. Ashley is the Senior Agent Associate- Environmental and Natural Resources at the University of Maryland Extension- Garrett County Office. She also partners with us for our garden tour and frequently helps at our youth gardening projects.
October 19, 2021
The Benefits of Plants and Herbs for Health & Wellness, presented by Alea McClintock-Donahue. Alea’s presentation will provide an introduction to Yorkie Acres Farm and Herbal Earth Apothecary at Yorkie Acres farm located in Friendsville, Maryland. This presentation will discuss Alea’s passion and focus on natural, holistic and herbal health and wellness practices. She will discuss her range of herbal products and services that are provided on the farm with some discussion of the benefits of plants and herbs for health and wellness. She hopes to share her knowledge and passion for the medicinal and healing power of plants and the Earth with you. Alea will also be bringing some of her handcrafted herbal products that will be available for viewing and purchase.
Alea McClintock-Donahue is a wife, mother of two, a doctor of nursing practice with 16 years of experience in the medical field as a nurse and nurse practitioner, the owner of Yorkie Acres Farm and Herbal Earth Apothecary at Yorkie Acres Farm located just outside of Friendsville, Md. Her passion is herbal and natural holistic health and wellness, which is the focus of their farm ventures. She has a passion for helping people, animals and the planet with a focus on holistic wellness. Her goal is to connect farm visitors and clients to nature and the Earth, as well as help them achieve physical and mental wellness and balance.
November 16, 2021
Brian Branthoover of Halian & Associates Landscaping will present Trends in Hardscaping for Beauty and the Environment. Brian is considered an expert in his field with over 30 years of experience in the industry, an impressive education in landscape design/construction, and a strong reputation for innovative landscape design.
November 30, 2021 10:30 am (Via Zoom)
Susie Middleton will present via Zoom Williamsburg Holiday Design. She will talk about where the concept comes from, what it looks like, and handouts to show us how to make a door topper or apple tree. Lots of photos of different designs from the homes in Williamsburg will be included, each featuring different combinations of material.
December 14, 2021 Holiday Party
(Members and invited guest only)
January 11, 2022, 10:30 am (Via Zoom)
Kevin Dodge, director of the Natural Resources and Wildlife Technology program at Garrett College, will present Unique Amphibians and Reptiles of Western Maryland.
February 8, 2022, 10:30 am (Via Zoom)
Claire Jones, Professional Horticulturists and landscape designer, and owner of Claire Jones Landscapes, will present Trade Secrets: Tips to Great Floral Arrangements from your Garden or Grocery Store.
March 15, 2022, 10:30 am (via Zoom)
Kathleen Gibbs, MLGC member, will present Forest Therapy, also known as "Forest Bathing" and "Nature Immersion" is the practice of spending time in natural environments for their beneficial health effects. An outgrowth of the Japanese practice of "shInrin-yoku" (Literally: 'forest bathing'), this presentation will outline the practice of forest therapy, describe studies that support its beneficial health effects and suggest activities for garden clubs that align with this activity.
April 19, 2022, 10:30 am
Garden Gems at New Germany. The native plant garden at New Germany State Park is home to many of the botanical gems found in Mountain Maryland. Though each species is clearly labeled with its common and scientific name, there’s much more to know! Discover their critical importance to our region’s natural heritage and sense of place. This program will be presented by Liz McDowell, Coordinator of the Western Mountains Chapter of Maryland Native Plant Society.
May 19, 2022 General Meeting
June 21, 2022 General Meeting
June 2022 – 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
MLGC Perennial Plant Sale to be held in the outdoor area adjacent to the Garrett County Historical Museum
107 South Second Street, in Oakland.
June 25, 2022 – 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
MLGC Country Gardens Tour
July 19, 2022 – 6:00 p.m.
(Members and invited guest only)
MLGC Summer Picnic at Deep Creek Yacht Club Pavilion in Turkey Neck
Our garden club is open to all those wishing to participate. We advertise and welcome the community to attend our monthly meeting programs. Our speakers are always highlighted in our local newspaper with an article about them and their presentation.
There are always several community members who attend, and many of them join our garden club after meeting our members and hearing about our projects. Many of our members have joined this way. Our speakers are from all parts of Maryland and adjoining states, and cover many different subjects, always providing interest to many in the community.
There are always several community members who attend, and many of them join our garden club after meeting our members and hearing about our projects. Many of our members have joined this way. Our speakers are from all parts of Maryland and adjoining states, and cover many different subjects, always providing interest to many in the community.
Luncheon Reservations Policy-In the event a member or guest makes a reservation for lunch and, at the last minute is unable to attend, she/he is required to pay for the lunch if the Club is charged by the restaurant. If a member or guest wishes to cancel her/his reservation before the reservation deadline date (Thursday) contact the Member Relations Committee Chair, not the restaurant.