Welcome to AVA’s monthly calendar of events. Take a peek and plan your stay-cation or your next visit to our region. The city’s most notable annual events include historic home tours, outdoor summer concerts and movies under the stars, and the Northwest Art and Air Festival.
*Note for event organizers: If you’d like to have your event listed on the AVA calendar, head over to our contact page and submit your event to us.
Jan
3
Wed
To provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for individuals on the autism spectrum or with sensory sensitivities and their families, the carousel slows down to a jog, and the organ music is turned off.
Bow Wow Bingo is Back!
THE 1ST WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH!
6:00 – 8:00 PM at Schmizza Public House | 2602 S Santiam Hwy, Lebanon, OR 97355
$1.00 per card or $5.00 for 6 cards
Please bring cash. Small bills work great!
Seats are limited! Get there early to reserve your spot. Unfortunately, children under age 18 cannot participate due to gaming law restrictions in Oregon.
All proceeds benefit the animals at SafeHaven Humane Society.
Photo: “Kimber” Photo by Theresa Lynch
Jan
5
Fri
Calling all Ladies! The Natty Dresser is holding a ladies trunk show with Pendleton Woolens. This will be a one-night-only opportunity, to order from the Pendleton Women’s line. PLUS they will also have their Pikolinos’ Shoe rep there offering ladies styles for special order!!! BOTH are ONE NIGHT ONLY!!!
Live Music by James F. Wright, In-store specials & refreshments.
Photo: “Tweed Bike Start” by Oliver J. Anderson
On the 1st Friday of every month, the carousel is open from 5:30-8:00 p.m., and for just $5 per person you get UNLIMITED CAROUSEL RIDES, plus a fun activity or craft for the family, along with gift shop specials and a great deal on a tasty treat at the Carousel Café! Photo by Nathan Pendley.
Another 1st Friday event! The Featured Artists at Gallery Calapooia Artist Reception for the month of September are Marjorie Kinch and Dick Powell. Their work will be showcased up front at the gallery and in their featured artist window from August 29 to September 23.
Jan
13
Sat
SECOND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
12PM-2PM
Monteith LIVING HISTORY ACTIVITIES
Step into 1850 with them on the second Saturday of each month, from 12 pm to 2 pm, at the Historic Monteith House. Exciting activities like, woodworking, pioneer doll making, baking biscuits, making butter, and so many other family-friendly activities! Each time will be something new, and you’ll learn a little more about this important piece of Albany’s history.
REGISTERING IN ADVANCE is important so they know how many kits to prepare before you arrive.
Jan
26
Fri
“Mask”uerading in 2024
Oregon MidWinter Squaredance Festival
Linn County Fairgrounds, Albany, OR
January 26-28, 2024
For more information visit: http://midwinterfestival.org/
Dance, shop and visit with other dancers. Featured callers this week-end are Jet Roberts and Scott Bennett. Our round dance cuers are Rey and Sherry Garza. Our clogging instructor is Missy Shinoski.
The Great Gatsby
by Maeve Z O’Connor
Adapted from the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Directed by: Loriann Schmidt
Performances: Jan. 26, 27, 28(m), Feb. 2, 3, 4(m), 8, 9, 10, 2024
The Great Gatsby is a timeless tale of love and tragedy set in the Jazz Age of New York. Gatsby, a self-made millionaire pursues a former lover, Daisy, and his pursuit meets with a tragic end. This adaptation draws the audience’s attention to themes of equity and privilege and showcases Daisy’s strength and character. Crafted from the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, this show is a World Premiere performance by Portland playwright Maeve Z O’Connor.
Box office opens 45 minutes before performances
Jan
27
Sat
The Great Gatsby
by Maeve Z O’Connor
Adapted from the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Directed by: Loriann Schmidt
Performances: Jan. 26, 27, 28(m), Feb. 2, 3, 4(m), 8, 9, 10, 2024
The Great Gatsby is a timeless tale of love and tragedy set in the Jazz Age of New York. Gatsby, a self-made millionaire pursues a former lover, Daisy, and his pursuit meets with a tragic end. This adaptation draws the audience’s attention to themes of equity and privilege and showcases Daisy’s strength and character. Crafted from the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, this show is a World Premiere performance by Portland playwright Maeve Z O’Connor.
Box office opens 45 minutes before performances
Jan
28
Sun
The Great Gatsby
by Maeve Z O’Connor
Adapted from the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Directed by: Loriann Schmidt
Performances: Jan. 26, 27, 28(m), Feb. 2, 3, 4(m), 8, 9, 10, 2024
The Great Gatsby is a timeless tale of love and tragedy set in the Jazz Age of New York. Gatsby, a self-made millionaire pursues a former lover, Daisy, and his pursuit meets with a tragic end. This adaptation draws the audience’s attention to themes of equity and privilege and showcases Daisy’s strength and character. Crafted from the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, this show is a World Premiere performance by Portland playwright Maeve Z O’Connor.
Box office opens 45 minutes before performances