June 18, 2006 Oregon events

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Silverton Hills Strawberry Festival
June 18, 2006 -- Silverton
Coolidge-McClaine Park in Silverton is the scene for this Father's Day feast of delicious, fresh local strawberries with shortcake. Local musical acts entertain amidst the tall trees. A family tradition spanning generations. Homer Davenport Days Board, 503-873-5615.

Soap Box Derby and Auto Fest Car Show
June 18, 2006 -- Lincoln City
Phone: 541-994-7556

Living History Day
June 18, 2006 -- Klamath Falls
Living History Day at Collier State Park. A celebration of Collier's colorful history, highlights the logging museum & pioneer village. Period costumes, live steam engines, demonstrations, hay rides, entertainment, food booths, arts & crafts. Call 541-783-2471 for more information.

Crepes at the Cape
June 18, 2006 -- Yachats
Cape Perpetua Visitors Center (3 miles South of Yachats) Sunday Brunch at 9:30 features local coastal cuisine, followed by an interpretive walk led by Forest Service staff at 10:30 and premiere views of the ocean brought to you by Mother Nature through out the morning. For Reservations, call Bonaventura Specialty Foods -- 541-547-4400 or toll free: 866-812-4400, or email chef@bonaventuragroup.com

Fathers's Day Brunch
June 18, 2006 -- Elmira
LaVelle Vineyards, 89697 Sheffler Road, reservations required

Antique Appraisal Faire
June 18, 2006 -- Aurora
Bring those items you have always wondered their value or just what they are. $5 per item, limit 3 items. Noon-4pm. Pythian Hall at 99E & 2nd Street, Aurora (503) 678-5754 http://www.AuroraColonyMuseum.com

6th Annual Father's Day Car Show
June 18, 2006 -- Eugene
Fabulous Ford Cruizers presents their 6th Annual Father's Day Car Show, June 18, 2006 at Terpening Terrace, located at Beltline and River Road in Eugene, OR. Room for 70 Classic Cars, $25 entry fee includes wonderful buffet lunch for 2. Extra tickets $5. Pre-register to Bret Rakestraw, 4276 Avalon, Eugene, OR 97402. For more information, call 541-689-4951 or email RHOT64@aol.com

Eola Hills Fathers's Day Brunch
June 18, 2006 -- Rickreall
Father''s Day Brunch with extended hours, 9am-4pm, includes two glasses of wine. Reservations are highly recommended! $29.95 Adults, $19.95 Teens, $12. 95 Kids, $0 Toddlers. 9am-4pm. (800) 291-6730 or (503) 623-2405

BBQ Blues and Micro Brews
June 18, 2006 -- Wolf Creek
Live Blues, 15 different micro-brews & BBQ buffet - Wolf Creek Inn 12 - 6pm. Contact Dean Kasner 541-866-2474

36th Annual Strawberry Social
June 18, 2006 -- Aurora
Come and watch quilting and spinning demonstrations and listen to the live music while enjoying your serving of strawberries and ice cream over a choice of biscuit or cake in the courtyard of the museum. $5 adults, $4.50 seniors (60+), $3 children. Noon-4pm. Old Aurora Colony Museum, Corner of 2nd & Liberty Streets, Aurora (503) 678-5754 http://www.AuroraColonyMuseum.com

Annual Salem Swap Meet
June 18, 2006 -- Salem
Chemeketa Com. College -- phone: 503-860-1738

Ongoing Events:

High School Rodeo Finals
June 12-18, 2006 -- Klamath Falls
Klamath County Fairgrounds, 3531 South 6th Street. Phone: 541-883-3796, email: kcfair@charterinternet.com. Web Site: www.kcfairgrounds.org

Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships
June 15-18, 2006 -- Reedsport
Professional chainsaw sculpture carvers will gather at Rainbow Plaza in Reedsport . Main event is 17 hours of carving large cedar sculptures with daily timed "quick-carve" events. Come and meet the artists. Super sales on carvings, and a great way to spend Father's Day on the coast!

Art Exhibit: 500 Years of Cartography, original antique maps and charts
June 15-September 30, 2006 -- Corvallis
Autzen House, Oregon State University, 811 S.W. Jefferson Avenue, Corvallis, OR. For more information call 541-737-2450, or e-mail your questions to cfth@oregonstate.edu

Linn County Pioneer Picnic
June 16-18, 2006 -- Brownsville
Pioneer Picnic is Oregon's oldest continuing celebration. The first Picnic, a reunion of Pioneers, was held in 1887. At early picnics, families from all over Linn County came by buggy, horse and wagon, pitched their tents in the park and settled in for three days of fun, worship and fellowship. They entertained each other with recitations, plays and musical numbers. Picnic cloths were spread beneath the trees. Spirited Sunday sermons were also an important part of the annual celebration. With the passing of time and the actual pioneers, the picnic changed to include other entertainment and activities. Today, the picnic welcomes all those who enjoy old-time fun and good fellowship. Fr 1-11pm, Sa 7am-11pm, Su 7am-5pm, Pioneer Park, Park St, 541-446-5656, free

Gallery Hop Glass Weekend
June 16-18, 2006 -- Lincoln City.
Information: 800-452-2151

Medford Cruise
June 16-18, 2006 -- Medford
Activities include breakfasts, scenic lake poker run, stop light drags, Show'n Shine at Hawthorne Park (Jackson & Biddle Street) on Saturday and Sunday, downtown cruise Saturday night. For details call 541-608-8516 or 541-772-5222.

Tigard Festival of Balloons
June 16-18, 2006 -- Tigard
In addition to morning balloon launches, Kadel’s Auto Body pancake breakfast, carnival, NW Natural Night Glow and great live music on the Comcast stages, the festival is adding lots more fun. Enjoy the Landmark Ford Auto Cruise-In on Saturday and the Haggen 5K Run with the Balloons on Sunday. Also on Sunday is the Paradise Harley Rally. And let’s not forget sports – the 1st annual ASA Softball Tournament will be played at Cook Park and the 1st annual 6 vs 6
Softball Tournament will be at the turf fields of Tigard High School during the festival. And to end things with a bang be there for the fireworks on Friday and Saturday nights. Visit our website for more details on all these events. Cook Park, SW 92nd Avenue, 503-612-8213 info@tigardballon.org

Scandinavian Midsummer Festival
June 16-18, 2006 -- Astoria
Astoria has historically been known for its Scandinavian Heritage. Many area residents are able to trace their own heritage back generations. One does not need to be Scandinavian to get into the spirit of the Annual Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival. Great fun for the entire family!

The Odd Couple
June 16-July 2, 2006 -- Bandon
Bandon Playhouse presents 'The Odd Couple' A Funny Family Play. Friday and Saturday performances at 8:00 p.m., Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m Sprague Community Theater call (541) 347-2383.

Oregon Skateboard Farm 2006 Camps
June 16-August 18, 2006 -- Salem
Our ALLSTAR Adventures Oregon Skateboard Camp @ the Oregon Skateboard Farm will allow you to explore the great state of Oregon as only a skateboarder can! 4-day camps throughout the summer. $149-$495. http://www.allstartrips.com/oregon-farmexp.html Salem Oregon Skateboard Farm, Salem (970) 372-4564

Roy Lichetenstein: Prints 1957-1997
June16-August 27, 2006 -- Eugene
This exhibition features nearly 80 Roy Lichtenstein works, spanning the career of one of the most important artists of the twentieth century. Don’t miss the chance to see this retrospective view of America’s Pop Art master in this exhibition’s only showing in Oregon. ordan Schnitzer Museum of Art Debbie Williamson-Smith, (541) 346-0942

Wheeler Crab Festival
June 17-18, 2006 -- Wheeler
12:00pm to 7:00pm, Waterfront Park, Juana del Handy, (503) 368-5858, Booth Fee: $25.00

Devils Lake Fishing Tournament
June 17-18, 2006 -- Lincoln City
Phone: 1-800-542-2151, 541-996-1274

Brooks Historical Society Weekend
June 17-18, 2006 -- Brooks
Antique Powerland Museum, I-5 Exit 263, (503) 393-2424, ttp://www.Antiquepowerland.com

Antique Tractor & Engine Show
June 17-18, 2006 -- Pottsville
Pottsville - Merlin exit - Pioneer fair, flea market, food & tractor pulls. Contact: Gary Peterson 541-479-2981or 541-596-2586

"The Battle Of Lake Creek II"
June 17-18, 2006 -- Lake Creek
Civil War Reenactment Event in Lake Creek. This event was highly popular in it’s first outing last year, and promises to draw more Civil War Reenactors and spectators this year. Battles will be held over the weekend at 11AM and 3PM both Saturday and Sunday. The cost for the event is Adults $8, Children (5-12) and Seniors $5, Families of four and more only $20. Children under 5 free. Gates open at 9AM and close at 5PM. At Lake Creek, only 25 miles out of Medford. Take Highway 62, (the Crater Lake Highway) to Highway 140 in White City. Head east to just past mile post 12. Follow the signs. For more information on the event go to www.ccws.us.