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Oregon Chocolate Festival celebrates online in 2021

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One of Ashland, Oregon's most popular and mouth-watering events has moved online this year because of the COVID pandemic. Watch demonstrations from master chocolate makers, recipe demos, interviews, chocolate and cheese pairings, and chcolate craft cocktail demonstrations. You can also learn how to make your own chocolate at home and download some delicious chocolate recipes. … Continue reading Oregon Chocolate Festival celebrates online in 2021

Othello Sandhill Crane Festival holds virtual celebration March 20

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Sandhill cranes in a field near Othello, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) The COVID pandemic hit the United States in 2020 shortly before the Sandhill Crane Festival in Othello, Washington, was scheduled to start. Because of continued restrictions on large gatherings and safety concerns this year, organizers moved the festival online for anyone interested to … Continue reading Othello Sandhill Crane Festival holds virtual celebration March 20

Clark Public Utilities’ 2021 Earth Day Fest going virtual

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Photo credit: Clark Public Utilities in Vancouver, Washington Since 1999, volunteers at Clark Public Utilities' StreamTeam Earth Day Fest in have planted more than 15,000 trees in the Salmon Creek Watershed of Southwest Washington and removed thousands of pounds of invasive weeds. This year, the event has changed to a Virtual Earth Day Challenge because … Continue reading Clark Public Utilities’ 2021 Earth Day Fest going virtual

New Bedford Winter Jazz Fest Online March 5-7

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Enjoy three evenings of jazz livestreamed to your computer or mobile device Friday, March 5 through Sunday, March 7, at the New Bedford Winter Jazz Fest Online. A different band will perform each night. Marcus Four, Friday, March 5, 7:30 p.m. Eastern timeZinno Garzone & Barata, Saturday, March 6, 7:30 p.m. Eastern timeSvetlana & the … Continue reading New Bedford Winter Jazz Fest Online March 5-7

Clark Public Utilities cancels 2021 Home & Garden Idea Fair in Ridgefield

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Photo by Cheryl Landes The 2021 Home & Garden Idea Fair in Ridgefield, Washington, has been cancelled due to the COVID pandemic. "After much consideration we have decided to postpone the Home & Garden Idea Fair until 2022," Clark Public Utilities, the sponsor, posted on the event page. "The extraordinary circumstances of COVID-19 make producing … Continue reading Clark Public Utilities cancels 2021 Home & Garden Idea Fair in Ridgefield

30th annual Northwest Sinfonietta streaming March 6-7

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Photo by Cheryl Landes The 2021 Northwest Sinfonietta performances will stream Saturday-Sunday, March 6-7. This year, David Lockington conducts an uplifting program that includes these works: Starburst by Jessica MontgomeryBrandenburg Concerto No. 1 by Johann Sebastian BachSymphony No. 5 by Franz Schubert Single tickets are $22.50, and subscriptions are $60. Buy tickets at Tacoma Arts … Continue reading 30th annual Northwest Sinfonietta streaming March 6-7

Maine Maple Sunday returns March 27-28

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Collecting sap from a maple tree in Maine (photo credit: Maine Maple Producers Association) After a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Maine Maple Sunday is returning Saturday-Sunday, March 27-28. This year, more than 100 maple sugar houses will participate. Maple sugar hours are adjusting their hours and purchase options this year, which include … Continue reading Maine Maple Sunday returns March 27-28

Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in Woodburn, Oregon, returns March 19-May 2

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Tulips at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) After a year off due to the COVID pandemic, the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival returns from Friday, March 19, until Sunday, May 2. This year, all tickets must be purchased online, and COVID safety protocols will be in place. Season tickets … Continue reading Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in Woodburn, Oregon, returns March 19-May 2

Tune into the Safe at Home Festival through March 31

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Image credit: Double the Trouble Manitoba Arts Network hosts the Safe at Home Festival through Wednesday, March 31. The festival includes 21 livestreamed performances followed by conversations with the artists, five interactive online exhibitions with livestreamed discussions, and virtual art classes. All events feature artists from Manitoba. The festival started on February 21, and you can watch recordings … Continue reading Tune into the Safe at Home Festival through March 31