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.
Dec
12
Sun
Join winemaker David Anderson of Aurora Colony Vineyards for a tasting at the farm. David will assist you and answer questions about his process of creating award-winning wines. Cookies and tea will also be served. Sip wine, walk around the garden and check out the holiday gifts available at the farm stand.
Dec
16
Thu
A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as a dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love. The following performances are in the evening at 7:30 p.m. December 3,4,10,11,16,17,18. The following performances are matinees at 2:30 p.m. December 12 and 19.
Dec
17
Fri
A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as a dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love. The following performances are in the evening at 7:30 p.m. December 3,4,10,11,16,17,18. The following performances are matinees at 2:30 p.m. December 12 and 19.
This event includes lots of fun for the whole family. Kid crafts are free to make and available on a first-come-first-served basis. Individual vendors will be selling their wares and food will be available to purchase. There will be live music and carriage rides from 2-6 pm for $5. All current State and County COVID-19 protocols will be adhered to. for information visit Winterland Bazaar
Lots going on at the Barn’s Holiday Bash including an ugly sweater party, Christmas movies, and seasonal beers/ciders. Even the “Big Guy” will make an appearance! Come on out and enjoy the Holiday Season at The Barn!
Dec
18
Sat
A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as a dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love. The following performances are in the evening at 7:30 p.m. December 3,4,10,11,16,17,18. The following performances are matinees at 2:30 p.m. December 12 and 19.
Santa, Mrs. Claus, and helper elves will depart by sleigh from American Legion Post 10 (1215 Pacific Blvd SE, Albany, OR 97321) at 11:15 escorted by Legion Riders, and the Albany Police and Albany Fire Departments. They will travel down First and Second Avenues handing out goodies and then arrive at the Heritage Mall about 12:00 for a drive-through gift giveaway. The Post is accepting donations of unwrapped, new toys for ages 0-12, daily 10 am to 2 pm Monday – Saturday at the American Legion Post 10.
Vivacity Spirits & Calapooia Brewing present a Holiday Bonanza in the open atrium including wine and spirit samples, and great holiday gifts from an array of vendors
Dec
19
Sun
A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as a dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love. The following performances are in the evening at 7:30 p.m. December 3,4,10,11,16,17,18. The following performances are matinees at 2:30 p.m. December 12 and 19.
The repertoire is all holiday music. Guest Choir is Salem Academy Concert Choir with Kent Wilson, Conductor. The chorus will give appreciation to all medical front-line workers who have and continue to care for those dealing with covid-19. All concerts will be virtual and available for free on the WMC YouTube channel.