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Enjoying a day of Oakland shopping is a good way to see the area. Oakland is a green mountain town situated in the west central part of Garrett County, Maryland. BBOnline recommends using your time to shop and enjoy some of the breathtaking scenery that surrounds the city that almost 2,000 people call home.
Not Just Quilts
210 East Alder Street
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-3304
Finding a handmade quilt or other items could not be easier in this part of town, nor this part of the country. If you are staying at an Oakland Inn for a long duration, you can register to learn to make your own individual quilt. Those who aren't staying a long enough to partake in numerous quilting classes can begin their quilt during their stay, and then purchase the supplies you need to finish the quilt when you get home.
Rudy's
115 South Second Street
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-2654
www.rudysclothing.com
If you're looking for some stylish new clothes, add Rudy's to your list of places to visit during your Oakland shopping spree. They offer an extensive line of both men's and women's clothing, accessories and specialty items. Rudy's also happens to be the only place in the area where you can purchase a Vera Bradley bag.
Book Market & Antique Mezzanine
111 South Second Street
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-8778
www.thebookmkt.com
Children will be happy to go to the Book Market & Antique Mezzanine because they feature a very large collection of books just for them. In addition to books, the store offers a wide variety of antiques. It's the perfect store for those traveling with children; the adults can browse the antiques while the children explore the numerous books.
Englanders' Antique Mall & Fountain Grill
205 East Alder Street
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 533-0000
This mall is open seven days a week featuring 4,000 square feet of antiques, crafts and collectibles. You'll find jewelry, furniture and handcrafted toys when you browse through the store. The antique mall also features an old fashioned soda fountain, where guests can stop in for a milkshake or malt. It's a good way to add a little nostalgia to your trip.
Painted Cupboard
215 Alder Street
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 533-0097
If you like and enjoy handmade soaps that deliver a fragrance seemingly to the very soul, you will love shopping in the Painted Cupboard. The variety of things you can purchase, handmade furniture, a special birdhouse for your yard, your favorite scented candle and even antiques, makes this a must-see store when you take an Oakland shopping spree.
Bill's Outdoor Center
20768 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-3474
If you're an avid hunter and/or fisherman, Bill's Outdoor Center should be the first stop you make when you leave your Oakland Bed and Breakfast. Stopping at Bill's gives you the chance to stock up on all your fishing tackle and bait or purchase various outdoor accessories and apparel. The store also allows patrons to rent tubes, skis and boards so they can hit the slopes during their stay.