Events & Activities: Music, art and more on tap

Aurora summer concerts continue with Timothy James

AURORA: Aurora’s annual free community concerts will run Wednesday through Aug. 10, which will be held Saturday as part of Aurora Colony Days.

The shows are held at the Aurora City Park amphitheater from 7 to 9 p.m. The concerts are free and open to the public rain or shine. Food and beverage vendors will be on hand.

Here’s the lineup:

July 17 – Timothy James Band.

July 24 – 21 Turns.

July 31 – Bootleg Ridge.

Aug. 10 – Slicker Country Band (Saturday).

Teen program in Molalla focuses on melty things

MOLALLA: The Molalla Public Library will offer several teen programs in July. The programs will be on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and include things that melt (July 17), and teen makerspace 2 (July 24).

The program is for ages 10-18.

Adults Art Café’ set for Canby Public Library

CANBY: The Canby Public Library will hold an Adult Art Café on Tuesday, July 16, from 5 to 6:45 p.m. in the library’s Willamette Room.

For July, the focus will be on painting bud vases. All supplies are provided. For more information, call 503-266-3394.

Library program will offer hands-on sea journey

MOLALLA: The Molalla Public Library will hold “Journey Under the Sea” on Thursday, July 18, at 11 a.m. at Fox Park.

Dive into an ocean of hands-on science fun while exploring Oregon’s underwater environments with this interactive program form the Museum of Natural and Cultural History.

Tribute band festival ready rock, roll and have fun

CANBY: Harefest, “The Mother of All Tribute Festivals” will return with an extra day added. This year’s event will run Thursday-Saturday, July 18-20 at the fairgrounds in Canby.

The event features camping spots available and three days, three stages, and 27 bands assuming the style and musical tributes to classic bands such as Journey, CCR, Alabama, STYX, Scorpions, and more.

For more information, and to purchase tickets, go to https://harefest.com.

Enjoy stories, humor and music with Rick Huddle

CANBY: Enjoy a mix of music and stories with Rick Huddle on Thursday, July 18, from 3 to 4 p.m. at Wait Park.

His shows focus on the struggles and successes of being human. He believes that stories, songs, and laughter can help us understand ourselves and those around us.

Repair Fair coming to Canby Public Library soon

CANBY: There will be a Repair Fair in Canby on Saturday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Canby Public Library.

The event brings skilled volunteers and people with broken items together. The event is for small home appliances, small electronics, and clean clothes and textiles.

Molalla’s Music in the Park series keeps rolling

MOLALLA: Tuesday evening air will be filled with the sound of music coming from Molalla’s Fox Park in 2024.

The Molalla Public Library returns with another edition of its Music in the Park program for the coming summer. The action runs every Tuesday through July 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

The Friends of the Molalla Library will be selling beverages and Parks CPC will sell snacks.

This summer’s shows will include:

July 23 – Mark Seymour & Friends.

July 30 – Portland Opera’s Opera ala Cart.

Tuesday night music series is back at Woodburn Library

WOODBURN: Music in the Park returns every Tuesday through Aug. 13. The action runs 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Woodburn Public Library, 280 Garfield St.

There will be activities for children, as well as food vendors to enjoy

This summer’s schedule includes:

July 23 – Big Plans (blues/American roots)

July 30 – Pheonix (folk pop)

Aug. 6 – Castletown (Celtic)

Aug. 13 – Schwing (‘90s covers)

Molalla Parks plans fundraising garage sale

MOLALLA: The Molalla Parks CPC garage sale will be held July 25-27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 321 Chinook St. The group is now accepting gently used donations. To do so, contact Jody Newland at jnweland@cityofmolalla.com.

Proceeds will go to replacing a play structure at Fox Park.

Awesome Possum Party Band ready to rock at Fox Park

MOLALLA: The Molalla Public Library will hold a fun outing on Thursday, July 25, beginning at 11 a.m. in Fox Park. The Awesome Possum Party Band will be on hand for a little rock out session.

Canby High class of 2004 sets class reunion date

CANBY: The Canby High School class of 2004 is planning its 20th class reunion with a “save the date” announcement for the Saturday, July 27, event at Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm.

The reunion will be held from 4 to 8 p.m.

Brewfest event slated for Wilsonville on July 27

WILSONVILLE: The Wilsonville Brewfest will be held Saturday, July 27, from 2 to 8 p.m. at Piazza Villabois, 28900 SW Villabois Drive.

The event will benefit the Fun Eye Fund and feature a variety of beverages, food vendors and live music.

For more information or to purchase tickets, go to https://wilsonville-brewfest.com.

Canby ready to serve up ‘Slice’ of musical fun

CANBY: This year’s Slice of Summer music series continues its Sunday shows at the gazebo in Canby’s Wait Park. The shows will begin at 6 p.m. and feature a diverse selection of music.

Performing this year will be:

July 28 – Elia Howard & the Greater Good.

Aug. 11 – Bridgetown Get Down.

Aug. 25 – The Band of Jesse James.

Food and beverage vendors will be on hand. Attendees should bring their own chairs or a blanket as there is no seating in the park.

Canby Fire slates its first-ever MDA golf tourney

CANBY: The inaugural Canby Fire MDA Golf Tournament will be held Wednesday, July 31, at Frontier Golf Course in Canby.

Entry to the nine-hole scramble is $100 per person or $350 for a team of four. Fees include greens fees, event t-shirt and catered barbecue lunch. Deadline to enter is June 30. Pick up an entry form or information on sponsorships at the chamber office.

Colony Days serving up two days of fun

AURORA: Aurora Colony Days returns Friday and Saturday, Aug. 9-10. Aug. 9 will feature a biergarten from 4:30 to 10 p.m. with the music of Mark Seymour and Friends, beginning at 6 p.m.

On Saturday, a pancake breakfast kicks things off at the American Legion Hall, followed by a fun run, the Market in the Park and the Outdoor Antiques Market downtown.

For more information, go to www.auroracolonydays.com.

Clackamas County Fair back for another run in Canby

CANBY: The Clackamas County Fair will run Aug. 13-17 at the fairgrounds in Canby. As always, the Canby Rodeo will be part of the action.

The fair will feature music, art, food, entertainment, animals and plenty of unique and exciting things to see and do.

To find out more or buy tickets, go to https://clackamascountyfair.com/fair/.

Throw-back music and classic car show set for Colton

COLTON: The annual Summer Finally Got Here concert and classic car show will be held Sunday, Aug. 18, at the Aspen Meadow Amphitheater, 24323 S. Upper Highland Road in Colton.

Enjoy classic cars, food, beverages, and the Aspen Meadows Band delivering music from days gone by. Admission is free to the concert and car show.

For more information, contact PR@aspenmeadowsband.com or call 503-201-8401.

Woodburn Chamber ready for annual golf tournament

WOODBURN: The Woodburn Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament will be held Thursday, Aug. 22, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at OGA Golf Course. Registration starts at 7 a.m., with a shot gun start at 8:30 a.m.

Cost is $400 for a team of four.

More information is available through the Woodburn Chamber.

Celebrate Molalla heads into eighth year at a new location

MOLALLA: This year’s Celebrate Molalla will be held Saturday, Aug. 24, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at a new location – Clark Park, 729 Shirley St.

There will be free kids crafts and activities, artists, artisans, antiques, a food court, multiple types of beverages, music and more.

Additionally, the Parks CPC will be selling its newly-designed t-shirts and sweatshirts.

Canby High class of 1974 organizing a 50th class reunion

CANBY: The Canby High School class of 1974 is in the process of planning its 50th class reunion on Sunday, Sept. 8, at Merrywood Farms in Carus.

Teresa (McNamee) Meyers is organizing the event and is looking for help and to connect with classmates from 1974.

The reunion will begin about 3 p.m. at the farm.

To connect with Myers, email to tntmyers@hotmail.com or call 512-573-4380.

Celebrate Molalla to feature music, fun and more

MOLALLA: Celebrate Molalla will be held Saturday, Aug. 24, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Clark Park, 815 Shirley St., in Molalla

The event will feature local vendors, food trucks, live music, free crafts for children and more.

Cruise-in ready for 30th year in downtown Canby

CANBY: The 30th Annual Cutsforth’s Cruise In will once again welcome hundreds of classic cars to the downtown streets of Canby on Aug. 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Admission is free, the KISN Good Guys will be on hand for classic tunes, the Rotary Big Burger BBQ will be on hand, as well as food carts, pie and ice cream.

For more information, go to www.cutsforthscruisein.com/about/.

Canby Library ‘Friends’ slate book sale at festival

CANBY: Friends of the Canby Library will be selling the Book Garden premium donated books at the Swan Island Dahlia Festival on Sunday, Sept. 1 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Find your next read and enjoy the beautiful flower gardens with family and friends while supporting literacy and education. For more information contact the “Friends” at canbyfol@gmail.com.

Celtic Festival set for fairgrounds in Canby

CANBY: The inaugural Oregon Celtic Festival will be Friday-Sunday, Sept. 13-15, at the Clackamas County fairgrounds in Canby.

Get ready to be swept away by the enchanting atmosphere of a world brimming with sights and sounds of Celtic culture. From the heart-pounding rhythms of traditional music to the lively swirl of dancers in kilts, this will be a celebration of heritage and joy.

There will be music from groups such as Tempest, San Miguel Fraser, Screaming Orphans, The Elders, and more. There will also be merchants and food vendors, beverages and camping is available.

For more information or to purchase tickets, go to http://orcelticfest.com.

D&D campaign looking for players at Canby Library

CANBY: A Dungeons and Dragons campaign for teens ages 13-18 will be the first and third Saturday at the Canby Public Library.

The campaigns will be from noon to 4 p.m., in the Teen room of the Canby Public Library.

Call to reserve a spot at 503-266-3394.

Portland Timbers supporters group meets in Canby

CANBY: The local Portland Timbers support group, Timbers Army Clackamas County Frogmen, will meet at the F.O.B. Taproom in Canby cheer on the MLS team for every game this season, except those on Wednesday nights.

The game will be shown on a large pull-down screen and the fun will include snacks and patches and stickers for sale. Beverages are available on site, and food can be purchased outside of the taproom and brought in during the game. All area Timbers fans are encouraged to stop by.

F.O.B. Taproom is located at 1109 SW 1st Ave., in Canby.

Molalla Farmers Market keeps rolling every Thursday

MOLALLA: The Molalla Farmers Market meets every Thursday through the end of September from 3 to 7 p.m. at 180 Industrial Way in Molalla.

The weekly market will feature local produce, crafts, food, and more.

For more information, check Molalla Farmers Market on Facebook.

Canby’s Farmers Market is up and running Saturdays

CANBY: The Canby Farmers Market will run every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in downtown Canby on N. Holly Street between NW 2nd and 4th avenues.

The market will run into October and produce from local farmers, hand crafters, food artisans and plenty of other vendors.

For more information, check Canby Farmers Market on Facebook.

Woodburn Meals on Wheels program seeks volunteers

WOODBURN: The Northwest Senior and Disability Services is accepting volunteers for its Woodburn-based Meals on Wheels program.

Volunteers serve nutritious food to the community’s older citizens. It’s an opportunity to help the community, connect with others and be a friendly, familiar face.

For more information, call 503-967-1849.