Who we are...what we do...
Our Club
The Civic Club of Oakland has been active since 1911 when a group of ladies decided to literally 'clean up' the town removing 64 wagon loads of trash and debris from the town's streets. Over the next 100 plus years, the club has been engaged in many activities, all with the goal of connecting to the community and helping where and whenever there was a need. We continue that tradition today.
Our History
Locally organized in 1911, the Civic Club of Oakland joined forces with the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) in 1914. Under GFWC, we are part of the Maryland Federation Women's Clubs (MFWC) - Western District. We are our own club, but enjoy the benefits of being part of a larger organization with the ability to share ideas and forge friendships with club members throughout the state.
Our Mission
The Civic Club of Oakland serves many purposes, but most importantly it is a group of women who actively engages in serving our local community.
Throughout the year Civic Club women volunteer, raising money through their fundraising efforts to help the people of Garrett County, building on a proud heritage of service dating back more than 100 years.
There are many ways Civic Club members volunteer their time and talent and there is something for everyone. Whether it’s our Anything Goes Flea Market in April, our Antiques & Artisans Market & Café during Autumn Glory, or our Fabric and Crafts groups who use their talents to help the citizens of our community. Other opportunities to make a difference include our adopt-a-road program, our annual Holiday Tea and capping off each year with our Warm the Children program.
Civic Club members enjoy the fellowship with making good friends, while helping make Garrett County a better place.