Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay Now in its second year, the Columbia River Author Festival celebrates local writers at the Longview Public Library on Saturday, May 18. From 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., hear pop-up readings, meet the authors, and take your children to story time, and shop at the book fair. This year's featured … Continue reading Second annual Columbia River Author Festival May 18 in Longview
Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm open for Mother’s Day
Tulips at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) The tulips are gone for the season, but the rhododendrons in the event garden and the crimson clover are in full bloom at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn, Oregon. From 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. today, Sunday, May 12, … Continue reading Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm open for Mother’s Day
The Sunshine Boys a hilarious tribute to friendship
Love Street Playhouse in Woodland, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Two retired vaudeville stars. One fractured friendship. A son of one of the stars trying to reunite them. What could possibly go wrong? This is the premise behind The Sunshine Boys, playwright Neil Simon’s production that’s underway at the Love Street Playhouse in Woodland, Washington. … Continue reading The Sunshine Boys a hilarious tribute to friendship
$25 tickets during Live Nation’s Concert Week May 8-14
Image by Igor Ovsyannykov from Pixabay Save up to 75% on select concert tickets nationwide, while supplies last, during Live Nation's Concert Week Wednesday, May 8-Tuesday, May 14. Learn more about this special deal and buy tickets at livenation.com/promotion/concertweek.
Visit horses and donkeys at a sanctuary near Ashland on May 5
Photo by Cheryl Landes The Equamore Foundation, a sanctuary for rescued horses and donkeys east of Ashland, Oregon, is hosting an Open Barn Event on Sunday, May 5, from 2 until 4 p.m. Visit the animals and learn more about the foundation's mission. Refreshments will be served. Also enjoy live music by Hoof 'n' Heartbeats … Continue reading Visit horses and donkeys at a sanctuary near Ashland on May 5
Mayfest 2024 Mother’s Day weekend at Lakewold Gardens
Lakewold Gardens in Lakewood, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Celebrate moms, nature, and spring at Mayfest 2024 next weekend at Lakewold Gardens. This family-friendly event on Friday, May 10-Sunday, May 12 has something for everyone: Have a picnic. Stroll the gardens and enjoy the flowers in full bloom. Walk up to an easel and paint … Continue reading Mayfest 2024 Mother’s Day weekend at Lakewold Gardens
Animal Aid hosting Star Wars-themed Bingo with Cats June 9 in Portland
Dot, a former resident of Animal Aid who found her forever home (photo by Cheryl Landes) Calling all Star Wars fans! Celebrate all things Star Wars while playing bingo and hanging out with the shelter cats in Animal Aid's free roaming room on Sunday, June 9, from 12:30 until 2:30 p.m. The $15 entry fee … Continue reading Animal Aid hosting Star Wars-themed Bingo with Cats June 9 in Portland
April 27 is Independent Bookstore Day
Image by Cheryl Landes The last Saturday in April is Independent Bookstore Day. Celebrate by shopping at your favorite local independent bookstores. If you aren't sure where the closest bookstore is where you live, search on the Indie Bookstore Finder or browse this map. Learn more about Independent Bookstore Day at IndieBound.org.
The Stranger’s Pizza Week April 15-21 in the Seattle metro area
Image by zuzana gazdikova from Pixabay If you're in the Seattle metro area April 15-21 and you're craving a delicious, handcrafted pizza, you're in the right place. The Stranger's annual pizza week is back. This year, 12 restaurants from Northgate to Kirkland are selling $4 pizza slices and whole pies for $25 each. View the … Continue reading The Stranger’s Pizza Week April 15-21 in the Seattle metro area
Eclipse Picnic in Tewksbury on April 8
Image by Ray Shrewsberry via Pixabay In Massachusetts on Monday, April 8, the Tewksbury Public Library invites you to watch the solar eclipse from its back lawn. This Eclipse Picnic starts at 2 p.m., weather permitting. The eclipse is projected at 95% coverage and is expected to take place at 3:30 p.m. Free eclipse glasses … Continue reading Eclipse Picnic in Tewksbury on April 8