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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.
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
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT:
Dog Parade, 5k Fun Run / Walk, Obstacle Course, Craft Fair, & More!
Saturday, September 9th | Adair County Park | 7295 NE Arnold Ave, Corvallis, OR 97330
Load up your dog and join The Albany Optimist Club on September 9th, 2023 for an opportunity to show off your furry friend, participate in some friendly competitions, and meet some amazing vendors. Proceeds from this event will help support the Supporting Area Veterans and The Elisted Project STEP, For Military Families, ABC House of Albany, and the Liberty House in Salem.
Free Parking & Free Admission for Spectators
Photo: “Intensity Agility Finals” by Dan Bateman
Annual Bridges, Bikes & Brews Festival in Scio, Oregon on Saturday, September 9, 2023.
There will be a motorcycle poker run, cornhole tournament, live music, food, vendors, local breweries, and more. Bridges, Bikes and Brews is sponsored by the Scio Event Center Organization to raise funds for a new Fairgrounds and Event Center to be built in or near Scio, Oregon.
The Linn County Lamb and Wool Fairgrounds will be open from 10 A.M. to 10 P.M. with food carts, and other vendors. The beer garden opens at 11:00 and features beverages from the Growler Café in Lebanon. There will be entertainment at the Carol Bates Stage featuring Lane Norberg, Jessie Leigh, and Huckle Buck Highway.
Photo: “Gilkey Bridge” by Oliver J. Anderson
Register now for good food, good drink, and good fun for a great cause. For more
information about the Albany Beer “Run”, visit the official event page at
www.omroadrace.org.
The Public Safety Chili Cook-Off is a community event that’s fun for the whole family and a great way to raise money for local programs!
Come and try some amazing chili!
Your entry fee includes samples of nearly 2 dozen amazing chili recipes!
Click here to purchase online tickets: $10 per adult, $5 per child under 12.
Tickets will be sold at the event and can be purchased with cash or credit card. However, the entry line might be much longer for those paying at the event than pre-purchased online tickets.
Thursday 9/14/23 at Deluxe Brewing from 5p-8p.
Tickets ON SALE NOW! Get them: Here
A fundraiser for CASA of Linn County– Brews and BBQ. This event promises to be a fun evening with vibrant music, engaging games, refreshing drinks, and delicious food.
As you enjoy the festivities, know that your participation supports a great cause. CASA of Linn County works tirelessly to provide support, advocacy, and hope for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. By joining us for this fundraiser, you are taking an active role in creating a better future for these children who need our help.
Raffle prizes*:
2- 2-night stay of your choice of 9 different places in Pacific Northwest
Plant basket
Dinner Date packages
Sports theme basket
Wine theme basket
Whiskey theme basket
More to come…
Mercy House is celebrating their completed remodel and 13th anniversary by hosting its annual fundraiser on Saturday, September 16. The event will be held from 5-8 pm at 1st Hand Seconds Unique Boutique, 411 2nd Ave. W in Downtown Albany.
“Please join us for refreshments, games, silent auction, a tour of the boutique and other fun activities,” said Colleen Anderson, CEO.
Emcee for the evening will be Hannah Blicher, Mrs. Albany (Mrs. Oregon 2nd Runner-up). Music will be provided by Steve Alarcon and Katherine Riley.
“Proceeds from the fundraiser expand the resources and financial assistance we can provide to women and children at risk, added Colleen. “Ways to help include monetary donations, gift baskets, silent auction items and gift cards in increments of $5 and up.”
For more information, contact Mercy House at info@1sthandseconds.org or (541) 928-6909.
We invite skaters of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds to join Kids for the Culture for Soul Skate Night! This is their first fundraiser held in partnership with NW Skateland and the Mid-Willamette Family YMCA. Groove to live music and support their educational and community building programs.
Saturday, September 23
7 – 10 PM
$10 Entry
Location: Mid-Willamette Family YMCA Family Activity Center (3201 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany, OR)
Event page: https://facebook.com/events/s/soul-skate-fundraiser/318297880598424/
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
17th ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVALL
Visit Sweet Home October 7th, 2023 for their Harvest Festival in Sankey Park at 877 14th Ave., Sweet Home OR.
FUN ACTIVITIES
Pumpkin Painting
Tree Climbing
Kid Zone Games
Wagon Rides
Face Painting
Photo Booth
*All Free Activities and Snacks Are While Supplies Last*
The popular Pie Bake-Off Contest is back! You can taste the entries for a $3 donation. Donations go toward park projects.
The Chili Cook-Off is back! Admission will be $5 per person or $10 per family (limit 6 people per family). A ticket will be provided as proof of purchase for general admission. Purchasers will use their entry ticket as a ‘voting ticket’ for the People’s Choice Award. The ticket sale profits will go toward the Sweet Home Kids Food Pak.
