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FEBRUARY
Silverton applauds volunteerism and community commitment. Sponsored by
the Silverton Area Chamber of Commerce, 503-873-5615.
At Immanuel Lutheran Church. For more information call 503-873-4372.
MAY
Held in early May, the annual Silverton Hospital Fun Run is something
for the whole family. One-mile and five-kilometer runs and walks. Silverton
Hospital, 503-873-1500.
Mid-May to mid-June when the irises are at their peak. The festival allows
irises to be admired in display gardens at well as in an indoor cut-flower
display. Wine tasting and entertainment. Cooley's Gardens, 503-873-5463.
Held annually the second weekend in May at the South Lodge of Silver Falls
State Park. Cultivated varieties are also available for sale. Silver Falls
State Park, 503-873-8681.
May 18, 2002
A long-running Silverton tradition, the Pet Parade was started as a way
for kids to get out and have fun after the Great Depression. Young and
old parade through town on a Saturday with everything from ladybugs to
llamas in tow. Chamber of Commerce, 503-873-5615.
May 25, 2002
This May track-and-field event has been a part of Silverton for 17 years.
It is open to anyone over 40, the Oregon Senior Olympics encourages health
and fitness throughout life. Silverton High School track. To register,
call Amy Castle, 503-873-8577.
JUNE
June 1-2, 2002
A two-day bicycling event the first weekend in June providing riders of
all levels an opportunity to compete over the weekend. A road race to
Silver Creek Falls on Saturday is followed by the criterium on Sunday.
Steve Yenne, 503-364-3846.
Held on a morning in early June, this joint venture of Silverton Together,
the Izaak Walton League and the City of Silverton gives everybody a chance
to try a rod and reel up at the Silverton Reservoir. Silverton Together,
503-873-0405.
Al Faussett's 1928 plunge over 177-foot South Falls in a canvas canoe
is commemorated each year at Silver Falls State Park. Present-day Faussett
family members converge at the falls Father's Day weekend along with hundreds
of visitors who are treated to a newsreel of the actual event. Silver
Falls State Park, 503-873-8681.
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, 503-873-5211.
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JULY
July 13, 2002
Enjoy a self-guided tour of some of Silverton's finest residential gardens
and landscapes. Tour a variety of styles in gardens, both large and small,
including a century farm and a newly developed estate. Call 503-873-5558
or 503-873-7707.
The Teufel Amphitheater is the place to be at The Oregon Garden for a
series of outdoor summer concerts. Performers range from country to symphonic,
and all ages are welcome. July and August. The Oregon Garden, 503-874-8100.
AUGUST
August 2-4, 2002
The first Friday in August kicks off the annual three-day celebration
of Silverton's favorite son, Homer Davenport. Events range from an international
cartoon contest and an art show to a parade to a doubles tennis tournament.
Homer Davenport Board, 503-873-5211.
August 11, 2002
Good, old-time fun including square dancing and a bike-coasting contest
on the hill leading into downtown. An evening street dance is a great
way to finish the celebration. Festival organizers, 503-873-3701.
August 17-18, 2002
Regional and national artists gather at Coolidge-McClaine City Park. Sponsored
by the Silverton Art Association. Contact George Hauswirth, 303 Coolidge
St., Silverton, Ore. 97381. Email SFAFestival2002@msn.com or call 503-873-2480.
Families gather in Coolidge-McClaine Park for a relaxing free afternoon
under the tall trees. Games and activities organized by Silverton Together,
503-873-0405.
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SEPTEMBER
Sept 12-15, 2002
Mt. Angel becomes a spirited Bavarian village full of oom-pah-pahs, sausages,
and lederhosen. The four-day event, whose theme is “Capture an Alpine
Delight,” features food, crafts, German music, dancing and an assortment
of the world's finest beers. Visit the website at www.oktoberfest.org
or call 503-845-6882.
OCTOBER
Silverton Mayor Ken Hector, a volunteer crew and loyal sponsors throw
a ball for all ages at The Oregon Garden Pavilion. 503-873-5321.
NOVEMBER
Silverton, Santa's second home, dons its most festive apparel for the
holidays, 503-873-5615.
The Silverton arts community puts works on the block to help fund the
Silverton Community Arts Center and Borland Gallery in Coolidge-McClaine
Park, 503-873-2480.
DECEMBER
Silverton draws together on the first Friday evening of December for the
city's annual tree lighting ceremony. 503-873-5615.
Celebrate Families draws Silverton residents together at the Silverton
Community Center, 421 S. Water St., for a free afternoon of music and
family holiday crafts. Silverton Together, 503-873-0405.
The Silverton Hospital Auxiliary puts on a black tie-optional event in
the J. Frank Schmidt Pavilion of The Oregon Garden. A perennial sell-out.
503-873-4205.
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ADDITIONAL 2002 EVENTS
MARCH
The only Frank Lloyd Wright-designed house open
to the public in the Pacific Northwest. March 2-3 at The Oregon Garden.
Call 503-874-8100 for information.
Lily Wilde & Her Jumpin' Jubilee Orchestra
Sunday, March 10, 2002, 7 p.m. This 15-piece swing band will bring back
the Big Band era. Tickets are $15 for members and $20 for non-members.
To purchase tickets, call 503-874-8100 ext. 8150.
Rene Corbin Concert
Sunday, March 17, 2002, 3 p.m. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with contemporary
Irish singer Rene Corbin as she leads her trio in a variety of traditional
and modern Celtic songs. Tickets: $15 for members and $20 for non-members.
Call 503-874-8100 ext. 8150.
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