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Monthly Event Calendar 2008
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Events: August 2008
*Every effort is made to insure the accuracy of these events, however, due to the passage of time we cannot be responsible for date and time changes or cancellations. Please contact individual events to confirm information.*
| Tues. in Aug. |
Music in the Park
Weekly summer music concert, excellent variety of musical styles. Free admission. 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Library Park
280 Garfield St.
Woodburn, OR 97071
(503) 980-2416
http://www.ccrls.org/woodburn/ |
| Wed. May-Oct. |
Wednesday Farmers' Market
Fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, cut flowers, meats, plants, prepackaged foods, limited arts and crafts. Free parking, on-site prepared food available, plenty of customer seating. Rain or shine. Free admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Downtown Salem
Chemeketa Street NE, between High and Commercial Streets Salem, OR 97301
(503) 585-8264
http://www.salemsaturdaymarket.com |
| Fri. in Aug. |
Silly Summer Days at Children's Museum
Get silly at A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village, Salem’s museum for kids. Drop in for wacky crafts and zany activities, Fridays, through August 29, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. See our schedule of silliness online. Age 1-2, $2.50; Age 3-59, $5.50; Age 60+, $4.00; Members, FREE; Public Assistance, $2.50. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m.
A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village
116 Marion St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 371-3631 or (800) 208-9514
http://www.acgilbert.org |
| Sat. May-Oct. |
Salem Saturday Market
Lots of locally produced products including plants, cut flowers, produce, foods, arts, crafts, etc. Live entertainment, free parking, lots of customer seating, on-site prepared food available. Rain or shine. Free admission. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Salem Saturday Market
Corner of Summer & Marion Streets NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 585-8264
http://www.salemsaturdaymarket.com |
| Sat. May-Oct. |
Silverton Farmers’ Market
Find a bouquet of flowers, plants for the garden or fresh fruits and vegetables directly from local farmers. Free admission. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Town Square Park on Main Street
Silverton, OR 97381
(503) 390-7276 |
| Sat. May-Oct. |
Independence Farmers’ Market
The Independence Farmers’ Market is on the Sterling Bank parking lot every Saturday from May through October. Showcases local produce and crafts. Free admission. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sterling Bank Parking lot
302 Main St.
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-5424 |
| Sat. & Sun. in Aug. |
Onsite Entertainment
Music and entertainment every weekend in June, July and August for shoppers families to enjoy.
Woodburn Company Stores
1001 Arney Rd.
Woodburn, OR 97071
(503) 981-1900
http://www.shop-woodburn.com |
| Aug.-Mid Oct. |
Dazzling Dahlias
Come walk thru our garden as its best. We offer self guided wanderings. Cut flowers and plants are available, tuber orders taken. Free admission. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Frey’s Dahlias
12054 Brick Rd.
Turner, OR 97392
(503) 743-3910
http://www.freysdahlias.com |
| Through Aug. 2 |
Santiam Canyon Stampede
The 12th Annual Santiam Canyon Stampede with rodeo performances, bull riding. It’s a family event, with live music, kids rodeo, and more!
Sublimity Harvest Fest Grounds
Sublimity, OR 97385
(503) 769-2799
http://www.scsrodeo.org |
| Through Aug. 30 |
Exhibit: Souls, Skills and Scholars
Jason Lee, Methodist missionary, came to Oregon and founded the Indian Manual Labor School in 1834. The Oregon Institute was established in 1842, and Willamette University was a direct outgrowth of this in 1853. Free with Museum admission. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mission Mill Museum
1313 Mill Street SE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 585-7012
http://www.missionmill.org |
| Through Aug. 31 |
Michael Dailey: Color, Light, Time, and Place
An exhibition of paintings and works on paper that span a 45-year period in the life of Michael Dailey, a highly regarded Seattle painter and University of Washington professor emeritus. $3 for adults, $2 for seniors and students, free for children under 12, free for all on Tuesdays. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m.
Hallie Ford Museum of Art, Willamette University 700 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 370-6855
http://www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art |
| Through June 30, 2009 |
2nd Annual Mayor's Invitational
The Oregon Artist Series is a year long exhibit featuring work from artists around the state. It is SCC's opportunity to display gorgeous art in our galleries for locals and out of town guests alike! Free. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Salem Conference Center
200 Commercial St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 589-1700
http://www.salemconferencecenter.org |
| Aug. 1-3 |
Annual Homer Davenport days
Enjoy, with the whole family, a fun filled weekend in Coolidge-McClaine Park: parade, fun run, food, arts & crafts, international cartoon contest, and more! Free admission. Fri. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Coolidge - McClaine Park
Coolidge Street
Silverton, OR 97381
(503) 873-5615
http://www.davenportdays.com
http://www.silvertonchamber.org |
| Aug. 1-3 |
Capital City Amateur
The Willamette Valleys premier amateur championship. Open to all contestants at four levels.
Salem Golf Club
2025 Golf Course Rd. S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 363-6652
http://www.salemgolfclub.com |
| Aug. 2 |
Living History Demonstrations
The Museum will host living history demonstrators. Some with hands-on experience for the whole family. $6 adults, $5 seniors, $2 students, free under 6. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Old Aurora Colony Museum
15018 Second St. NE
Aurora, OR 97002
(503) 678-5754
http://www.auroracolonymuseum.com |
| Aug. 2 |
Hot August Flights
The event features live music from JT and the Tourists, outdoor BBQ and Beer Garden, Airplane, Helicopter and Car Displays, many activities for adults and children, and more! Free admission. Noon-5 p.m.
Salem McNary Field
2960 25th St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 581-5721
http://www.HotAugustflights.com |
| Aug. 2 |
5th Annual Garden Gala at Historic Deepwood Estate Celebrating Salem's Youth. Join us for Deepwood's Annual Fundraiser featuring an elegant 4 course dinner in a twilight garden setting. Proceeds benefit Deepwood, the Boys & Girls Club and The Assistance League. Entertainment showcases talented Salem youth. Call for details. $75 per person. 6-9 p.m.
Historic Deepwood Estate
1116 Mission St. SE
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 363-1825
http://www.historicdeepwoodestate.org |
| Aug. 2-3 |
The Great Oregon Steam-Up
The 38th Annual Oregon Steam-Up is the largest show of its kind on the West Coast, dedicated to the preservation of antique farm machinery. Antique Powerland Museum will exhibit a variety of rare items including gas engines, threshing machines, and steam traction engines. Other activities include flour milling, black smith demonstration, log sawing, tractor pulling, a flea market, miniature railroad rides, food concessions and beverages.
Antique Powerland Museum
3995 Brooklake Rd. NE
Brooks, OR 97303
(503) 393-2424
http://www.antiquepowerland.com |
| Aug. 3 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Eugene Emeralds, Kids Run the Bases. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 5:05 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 3 & 17 |
Nickel Ad’s Stadium Swap & Shop
The stadium will have an array of different vendors, featuring new and used merchandise, antiques and collectibles, art and crafts. Find what you are looking for and more! First and Third Sunday of every month. $1 admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way NE
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 4 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Eugene Emeralds, Bi-Mart Monday, Crater's Birthday Party. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 6:35 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 5 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Eugene Emeralds, Two for Tuesday. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 6:35 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 6 |
Bring your Teddy Bear to the Children's Museum
Don’t miss the teddy bear picnic at Salem’s museum for kids, located in Riverfront Park. Pack your best bud and a sack lunch and stick around for as much fun as you can BEAR! Free with regular paid admission. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (Museum open regular hours, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.).
A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village
116 Marion St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 371-3631 or (800) 208-9514
http://www.acgilbert.org |
| Aug. 6 |
First Wednesday, Go Downtown!
Downtown's Blooming on First Wednesday. Celebrate art, music, and entertainment. Free admission. 5-8 p.m.
Downtown Salem
189 Liberty St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 480-1111
http://www.GoFirstWednesday.info |
| Aug. 7-10 |
Polk County Fair
"Family Fun at the Fair" local entertainment, Talent Showcase, carnival rides, animals, reptile exhibit, toddler driving games, 4-H/FFA and open class exhibits. Fun for the whole family. Adults $6, Juniors 11-15 $3, Seniors 62+ $3. Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Polk County Fairgrounds
520 S Pacific Hwy. W
Rickreall, OR 97371
(503) 623-3048 or (888) 229-6818
http://www.co.polk.or.us/fair |
| Aug. 9 |
Aurora Colony Day
Museum will be open Free to the public as part of the Aurora Colony Day festivities. Included will be Living History Demonstrations. Free admission. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Old Aurora Colony Museum
15018 Second St. NE
Aurora, OR 97002
(503) 678-5754
http://www.auroracolonymuseum.com |
| Aug. 9-10 |
Summer in the City Music and Wine Festival
First Annual wine and music event featuring three stages of regional musical talent and numerous regional wineries. Benefit for Marion Polk Food Share. Kids activity area, family friendly. Shop, dine, art exhibits, evening dancing. Donation of canned food. Sat. noon-10 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Downtown Salem
189 Liberty St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-480-1111
http://www.gosummerinthecity.info |
| Aug. 10 |
Living History Demonstrations
The Museum will host living history demonstrators. Some with hands-on experience for the whole family. $6 adults, $5 seniors, $2 students, free under 6. Noon-4 p.m.
Old Aurora Colony Museum
15018 Second St. NE
Aurora, OR 97002
(503) 678-5754
http://www.auroracolonymuseum.com |
| Aug. 11 |
Aurora Colony Days, Outdoor Antiques Faire
Antiques dealers from around the NW fill the streets in the midst of Oregon’s Antiques Capital. Food, music, history, art and fun! Free. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Historic Downtown
Aurora, OR 97002
(503) 939-0312
http://www.auroracolony.com
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| Aug. 11-12 |
Hot Rod Nationals
A blast from the past 1972 and older race cars thunder down the quarter mile, Pro Nostalgia dragsters and roadsters qualify on Saturday and compete on Sunday, as do the AA/Supercharged, who will cover the quarter mile in excess of 200 mph. Admission: Sat.: $20/adult and Sun.: $25/adult; Age 6-14: $5 each day; Age 5 and younger: free. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Woodburn Dragstrip
7730 Highway 219
Woodburn, OR 97071
(503) 982-4461
http://www.woodburndragstrip.com |
| Aug. 13 |
Cruz In - 50's Party
Independent living retirement community for seniors. Dinner and vintage car show. Free admission. 4-6:30 p.m.
The Springs at Sunnyview
1950 45th Ave. NE
Salem, OR 97305-1812
(503) 589-1200
http://www.thespringsliving.com |
| Aug. 15 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Spokane Indians, Fireworks, Cancer Awareness Weekend. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 7:05 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 16 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Spokane Indians, Prize Wheel & Concert, Cancer Awareness Weekend. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 5:05 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 16-17 |
Silverton Fine Arts Festival
SFAF is an outdoor arts festival with fine arts booths, great entertainment, international food court, wine tasting, beer garden, demonstrations, kids' activities and entertainment, juried gallery show, and more. New this year: Movie Night! Free admission. Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Coolidge- McClaine Park
303 Coolidge St.
Silverton, OR 97381
(503) 973-2480
http://www.silvertonarts.org |
| Aug. 17 |
Nickel Ad’s Stadium Swap & Shop
The stadium will have an array of different vendors, featuring new and used merchandise, antiques and collectibles, art and crafts. Find what you are looking for and more! First and Third Sunday of every month. $1 admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way NE
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 17 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Spokane Indians, Kids Run the Bases, Cancer Awareness Weekend. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 6:35 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 18 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Spokane Indians, Bi-Mart Monday. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 6:35 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 19 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Spokane Indians, Two for Tuesday. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 6:35 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 22-Sept. 1 |
Oregon State Fair
The Oregon State Fair is a 184-year-old tradition. Spanning 11 days every summer, it brings together the best of Oregon; agricultural exhibits, animals, food, wine and beer competitions, cultural events and world class entertainment. $8 adult in advance, $10 at the door. Weekdays 10 a.m.-10 p.m., weekends 10 a.m.-11 p.m.
Oregon State Fairgrounds
2330 17th St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 947-3203
http://www.oregonstatefair.org |
| Aug. 24-26 |
All Harley Davidson Northwest Nationals
Watch 200 mph nitro-burning Top Fuel Harleys at the Hog Happening of the summer. This event is for all types of Harleys. $30/adult, Age 11 and younger free. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Woodburn Dragstrip
7730 Highway 219
Woodburn, OR 97071
(503) 982-4461
http://www.woodburndragstrip.com |
| Aug. 26 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Eugene Emeralds, Two for Tuesday. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 6:35 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 27 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Eugene Emeralds, Volcanoes Idol, Red Cross Blood Drive. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 6:35 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 28 |
Volcanoes Baseball Game
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes vs. Eugene Emeralds, $1 Thursday. Admission: $11, $9, or $7. 6:35 p.m.
Volcanoes Stadium
6700 Field of Dreams Way
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com |
| Aug. 30-Sept. 1 |
Labor Day Sidewalk Sale
Join us for music, entertainment and some hot summer deals.
Woodburn Company Stores
1001 Arney Rd.
Woodburn, OR 97071
(503) 981-1900
http://www.shop-woodburn.com |
| Aug. 30-Sept. 1 |
Labor Day Weekend Open Houses
Various wineries in the Willamette Valley open their doors for Labor Day Weekend.
(503) 581-4325 or (800) 874-7012 |
| Aug. 30-Sept. 1 |
Labor Day Weekend Open Houses
Various wineries in the Willamette Valley open their doors for Memorial Day Weekend.
(503) 581-4325 or (800) 874-7012
Aug. 30-Sept. 1
East Willamette Valley Wine Tour
Discover the ten East Willamette Valley Wineries for their Labor Day open houses. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon driving through the countryside and tasting our wines. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
East Willamette Valley Vineyards and Wineries
(503) 651-3190
http://www.eastvalleywine.com |
| Aug. 30-Sept. 1 |
Cherry Hill Winery - Labor Day Open House
Special events and tasting of Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Pinot Noir Dry Rose. Enjoy the beautiful view of Eola Hills wine country from our winery. $10 tasting fee toward purchase of wine. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cherry Hill Winery
7867 Crowley Rd.
Rickreall, OR 97371
(503) 623-7867
http://www.cherryhillwinery.com |
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