SISTERS AREA 2008 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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November • December
FEBRUARY -
Chamber Black & White Ball Friday, February 8
The Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Award's Dinner where new board members are installed and the 2007 Business and Citizen of the Year announced. This year's Title Sponsor is Robinson & Owen Heavy Construction, Inc. and Sisters Rental. We are very please to have them be a part of this annual event. Location: FivePine Conference Center. No host bar at 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m. and dancing at 8:30 p.m. Reservations required, contact events@sisterschamber.com or call 541-549-0251.
Hoodoo Winter Carnival Saturday, February 9
Celebrate winter and all the recreational opportunities that come with the season. Children’s games, annual dummy downhill, barbeque and tube racing at the Autobahn are the highlights of this annual event, now in its 27th year. Contact: Doug Ritchie at 541.822.3799 or Hoodoo Ski Area, www.hoodoo.com.
MARCH -
Sisters Act Rides Again Saturday, March 1
"Sisters Act Rides Again" community talent show to be held on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Sisters High School auditorium. Tickets on sale at The Pony Express, Sisters Olive and Nut Company and at the door the night of the show; $8.00 for adults; $4.00 for children 12 & under. Come see the best talent around; music, skits, dance, song, door prizes, refreshments, fun for the entire family. Event sponsored by Sisters Good Samaritan Ministries to benefit the Masaka School and Orphanage in Uganda, Africa and Sisters High School scholarship program. Call 549-1149 for more information.
John Craig Memorial Nordic Ski Race, Mail Carry , Saturday March 15
Come ski the Pacific Northwest’s most scenic and historic Nordic event! The course traverses the beautiful McKenzie Pass Highway just 9 miles west of Sisters and offers spectacular mountain views. Backcountry over the top mail carry . Tour to Dee Wright Observatory or scenic viewpoint and back, all levels and abilities can ski the road. Aid stations and EMT support. Lodging: Contact Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce, 541.549.0251; website, www.sisterschamber.com. For discounted rooms, call Best Western Ponderosa (mention Oregon Nordic Club), 1.800.893.5354 or 549.1234. Contact: Michaele Giesler, 541.388.4457. Race info, www.onc.org; registration details, email membership@onc.org.
APRIL -
Americana Art Stroll and Silent Auction 2008 Friday, April 11
Art stroll and a benefit chili feed at Bronco Billy’s Ranch Grill. For info, call 541.549.4979 or visit www.sistersarts.org.
“My Own Two Hands” Americana Art Auction Saturday, April 12
Proceeds from the sales of the donated artwork and services go to strengthen the music and art programs in the Sisters schools and the greater Sisters community. For info, call 541.549.4979 or visit www.sistersarts.org.
Farmer's Journal Horsedrawn Equipment Auction Friday - Sunday, April 18-20
The Small Farmer’s Journal DRAFT HORSE & HORSEDRAWN EQUIPMENT AUCTION and SWAP MEET held at the Sisters Rodeo Grounds combines a huge auction, a vibrant jam-packed swap meet, and educational demonstrations. This is the biggest event of its type anywhere. Contact: Kathy or A.J., 541.549.2064 or 1.800.876.2893, email Auction@smallfarmersjournal.com.
Sisters Starry Nights Benefit Concert Series Saturday, April 26
The first concert in 2008 of the concert series will feature songwriting legend Rodney Crowell with a performance at the Sisters High School. This is the 11th year of this fund raiser to support the programs and activities for students in the Sisters School District. Tickets will go on sale at Leavitt's Western Wear on Saturday March 15 at 9:00 am. For information please contact Shirleen Cundiff at 549-8521, ext. 4008.
MAY-
Sisters Starry Night Benefit Concert Series Saturday, May 10
The Starry Night Benefit Concert Series will feature contemporary blues singer/guitarist Keb’ Mo’. This is the 11th year of this fund raiser to support the programs and activities for students in the Sisters School District. Tickets go on sale Saturday March 15 at Leavitt's Western Wear at 9:00 am. For more information, contact Shirleen Condiff at the Sisters School District, 541.549.8521.
JUNE-
Sisters Summer Nights Concert & Farmers Market Every Thursday Evening in June
AMP MEDIA GROUP is putting on a concert series that will feature artist from all types of music…The farmers market will go from 2 to 7. The concert will start not to long after that and go till the cows come home….There will be food and beer and margaritas and of course great fun for the entire family……..Cost will be $5 bucks each and 12 and under are free….Bring your blankets and have a great time………..The address is 301 E. Main Street across from the Sisters Chamber Building..For information call Tom @ 541-420-7975
Woodpecker Wonderland Festival Friday-Sunday, June 6-8
1st annual Woodpecker Festival to be held at Camp Sherman. Presentations, field trips, birding walks, workshops, banquets and much more. Over 200 species of birds nest in and around the East Cascades and the festival is timed for the peak of courtship and breeding activity. For complete event details please go to www.woodpeckerwonderland.com and for accommodations and amenities go to www.metoliusriver.com
Ray’s Food Place/Kiwanis Club of Sisters Saturday, June 7
Charitable Funds Golf Tournament
Four person scramble. Limit to 120 golfers per flight. First flight at 7:30 am. Fun contests, games and raffles. Entry fee $125 per person, includes green fees, carts, BBQ lunch and refreshments. Entry deadline is May 1, 2008. For more information or registration contact Bill Duehren at whdmad@bendnet.com, Jeff McDonald at macatak@outlawnet.com, Location: Aspen Lakes Golf Course. Sponsor: Sisters Kiwanis.
Sisters Rodeo and Parade Friday - Sunday, June 13-15
Come join the “Biggest Little Show in the world”. Now in it’s 68th year. Four performances sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association with a purse of over $100,000.00. Saturday morning parade and Sunday pancake breakfast. Contact: 541.549.0121. Ticket Hotline: 800.827.7522. Sponsor: Sisters Rodeo Association, www.sistersrodeo.com.
Sisters Art in the Park, Saturday-Sunday, June 14-15
Arts, crafts, food and entertainment. Silent Auction benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon. Located at Sisters Creekside Park, Hwy 20 & Jefferson Ave. For more information contact Richard Esterman 541-549-8905 or email ufo1555@aol.com.
74th Oregon Open Invitational, Tuesday-Thursday June 24-26
The Oregon Open brings in approximately 200 golfers from across the Pacific Northwest. The tournament will be held at JAspen Lakes Golf Course. Admission and parking are free. Contact: Tarah Cronquist, 1.800.688.4653. Website: www.pnwpga.com.
JULY-
Sisters Summer Nights Concerts & Farmers Market Every Thursday Evening in July
AMP MEDIA GROUP is putting on a concert series that will feature artist from all types of music…The farmers market will go from 2 to 7. The concert will start not to long after that and go till the cows come home….There will be food and beer and margaritas and of course great fun for the entire family……..Cost will be $5 bucks each and 12 and under are free….Bring your blankets and have a great time………..The address is 301 E. Main Street across from the Sisters Chamber Building..For information call Tom @ 541-420-7975
Sisters Roundup of Gems Thursday - Sunday, July 3-6
Be dazzled by over 40 displays – an acre of rocks, minerals and fossils from throughout the world. A unique setting to view and purchase these magnificent creations of nature. Sisters Middle School. Contact: Jean Miller 503.829.2680
Sisters Summer Faire Saturday - Sunday, July 5-6
Vendors selling their quality handcrafted arts & crafts. Live entertainment both days, food court, children’s play area and free admission. Located one block from downtown Sisters. Plenty of parking. Hours are 10 – 4 both days. Contact: 541.549.0251. Sponsor: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce.
Around The Block Saturday, July 5
5th annual fiber art stroll through Sisters. Local businesses will host textile demonstrations, special quilting exhibits, music and refreshments. 4:00 – 7:30 p.m. Contact: The Stitchin’ Post/Ann Richardson, 541.549.6061, ann@sistersoutdoorquiltshow.org
Sisters Quilt Walk Saturday – Sunday, July 5-13
Quilt Show sponsoring businesses display quilts by local quilters during their regular business hours. Contact: The Stitchin’ Post/Ann Richardson, 541.549.6061 or ann@sistersoutdoorquiltshow.org.
Sisters Quilters’ Affair Monday - Friday, July 7-11
Five days of quilting classes, lectures and evening programs highlighting the diversity of the art of quilting. Contact: The Stitchin’ Post, 541.549.6061. www.stitchinpost.com.
Sisters Garden Club Thursday, July 10
Sisters Garden Club’s Garden Tour. Time – 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tickets sold at The Stitchin Post.
Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show Saturday, July 12
The 33rd year of the largest outdoor quilt show in the country! Over 1100 quilts will be on display throughout town. Five days of classes precede the Quilt Show. Join quilters from all over the world for this wonderful one-day event. Contact: The Stitchin’ Post,
541.549.6061. www.sistersoutdoorquiltshow.org
Sisters Annual Library Book Sale Saturday, July 12
Friends of the Sisters Library Annual Used Book Sale is held on Library Grounds. Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00PM. Contact Zeta Seiple 549-6157
Sisters Arts & Crafts Festival, Saturday & Sunday July 26-27
Arts, crafts, food,entertainment & wine tasting. Silent auction benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon. Located at Sisters Creekside Park. For more information contact Richard Esterman at 541-549-8905 or email ufo1555@aol.com.
AUGUST-
Sisters Summer Nights Concert & Farmers Market- Every Thursday Evening in August
AMP MEDIA GROUP is putting on a concert series that will feature artist from all types of music…The farmers market will go from 2 to 7. The concert will start not to long after that and go till the cows come home….There will be food and beer and margaritas and of course great fun for the entire family……..Cost will be $5 bucks each and 12 and under are free….Bring your blankets and have a great time………..The address is 301 E. Main Street across from the Sisters Chamber Building..For information call Tom @ 541-420-7975
Sisters Summer Faire Saturday – Sunday, August 2-3
Vendors selling their quality handcrafted arts & crafts. Live entertainment both days, food court, children’s play area and free admission. Located in the Village Green Park. Plenty of parking. One block from downtown Sisters. Hours are 10 – 4 both days. Contact: 549.0251. Sponsor: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce.
Country Fair - Friday – Saturday, August 8-9
The 13th annual event features the juried art show and sale on Friday evening, August 8th, from 5 – 8 p.m. with refreshments served. On Saturday, August 9th, the enchanting Country Fair and Art Show comes into full swing from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. with tents, live music, pony rides, face painting, petting zoo, homemade marionberry cobbler, gourmet garnishes, country store, Transfig Café and Art Show. The Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration is 1/8 mile west of Sisters on Hwy. 242. All proceeds go to outreach programs. Contact: Marcia Wood, 504.9358.
Sisters Bead Stampede Saturday - Sunday, August 9-10
Artists selling their handmade one-of-a-kind beads, jewelry from those beads and also buttons. This show is in its 5th year. Located in downtown Sisters at Barclay Park. Contact 549.0251. Sponsor: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce. Artist demonstrations onsite.
Sisters Antique Faire Saturday-Sunday, August 16-17
Antique dealers selling quality antiques and collectibles. Clothing, jewelry, furniture, books, western memorabilia and much more. Live auction on Sunday. Classic cars on display. Located in the Village Green Park. Live entertainment both days, food court, free admission and plenty of free parking. Hours are Saturday 9 – 5 and Sunday 10 – 4. Just two blocks from downtown Sisters. Contact: 541.549.0251. Sponsor: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce.
Art at the Ranch Friday – Saturday, August 29-30
Friday, Artist’s Reception and Silent Auction from 4-7 pm. Saturday is the Show and Sale from 10 am – 4pm. Proceeds help support art in the Sisters schools and purchase art for Black Butte Ranch. Contact Jan Hay at JANHAY@aol.com
Sisters Western & Native American Arts Festival Saturday - Sunday, August 30-31
Vendors selling top quality handmade traditional and Native American wares. A variety of pottery, western and Native American jewelry, art work, clothing, metal art, log furniture and much more. Western music, Native American entertainment, mountain men on site both days. Hours are 10 – 4 both days. Located at Creekside Park, Hwy. 20 & Jefferson. Contact: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce 541-549-0251.
SEPTEMBER-
Sisters Summer Nights Concert & Farmers Market-Every Thursday Evening in Sept.
AMP MEDIA GROUP is putting on a concert series that will feature artist from all types of music…The farmers market will go from 2 to 7. The concert will start not to long after that and go till the cows come home….There will be food and beer and margaritas and of course great fun for the entire family……..Cost will be $5 bucks each and 12 and under are free….Bring your blankets and have a great time………..The address is 301 E. Main Street across from the Sisters Chamber Building..For information call Tom @ 541-420-7975
Sisters Folk Festival Friday-Sunday, September 5-7
The 13th annual celebration of American music from blues to bluegrass includes performances by top folk artists and musicians. Call 541.549.4979 for more information. Sponsor: www.sistersfolkfestival.com.
Northwest Pro Rodeo Finals - Fri. - Sat. Sept. 19-20
The NPRA Finals will take place at the Sisters Rodeo Grounds. Performances are Fri. at 7:00 pm and Sat. 2:00 pm with a purse of $70,000. For more information contact Ryder Gauteraux or Dan Wolfe at 588-5007. www.outlawproductionslive.com
Sisters Fall Street Festival, Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 20-21
Arts, crafts, food, entertainment & winetasting. Silent Auction benefiting Sisters School District's Creative Department. Located on Oak Street between Cascade & Main Avenues.
For more information contact Richard Esterman at 541-549-8905 or email ufo1555@aol.com
Sisters Stride Into Autumn - Sunday September 21
5k & 10k walks for competitive and non-competitive walkers. Beginning and ending at Sisters Athletic Club you will pass through the beautiful Sisters areas where you will get a further appreciation of all the beauty Oregon has to offer. Organized by Wonders of Walking. Register at www.wondersofwalking.com or Sisters Athletic Club 541-549-6878. Deadline is September 17, 2007.
Sisters in Sisters Celebration Friday - Sunday, Sept. 26-28
The 11th annual Sisters in Sisters celebration. Round up your sister, your mom, your best friend, and enjoy a casual weekend of foot-stomping fun and special memories. Nationally recognized sister celebrities, speakers, fun activities and much more. Contact: Chamber of Commerce at 541.549.0251. Sponsor: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce, www.sistersinsisters.com.
OCTOBER-
Pacific Amateur Golf Classic Sat – Thursday, Sept. 27 – Oct. 2
Approximately 700 players are expected for the 11th year of this event. The multi-day Classic consists of daily tournament play at courses throughout the region including Sunriver, Eagle Crest Resort, Aspen Lakes Golf Courses and more. Contact: COVA, 888.425.3976 or www.pacamgolf.com.
Sisters Harvest Faire Saturday - Sunday, October 11-12
Over 200 juried vendors selling quality handcrafted items. Pottery, metal art, photography, painting, jewelry, clothing, furniture, home décor and much more. This event is celebrating its 27th year. Live entertainment, food court and free admission. Hours are 10 – 4 both days. Located on Hood Avenue in downtown Sisters. Contact: 541.549.0251. Sponsor: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce.
Chamber Auction 2008 - TBD
Join the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce at 5:30 p.m. for this annual fund raising event. The finest in Sisters goods and services will be offered in both silent and oral auctions and as raffle prizes. Food, entertainment and more. Everyone welcome! You can make reservations at the Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center. Sponsor: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce 541.549.0251. www.sisterschamber.com
Leavitt’s Western Customer Appreciation TBD
Leavitt’s Western Wear will hold its 30th annual customer appreciation day. Come see the greatest styles that the western industry has to offer! There will be door prizes and refreshments. Contact: Leavitt’s Western Wear at 541.549.6451.
NOVEMBER-
Sisters Holiday Celebration Friday - Saturday, November 28-29
Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, November 28 in Barclay Park. Join us for this community event and help bring in the holidays. The Christmas Parade is on Saturday, November 29th at 2:00 p.m. on Hood Ave. This tradition is fun for the whole family. Following the parade, visit Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Chamber. Enjoy refreshments and holiday cheer. Contact: 541.549.0251. Sponsor: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce.
• Note: Dates and events are subject to change. We advise you to check with the contact person for each event.