Linn County happenings for April:

Albany Saturday Farmers' Market

When: Sat, April 14, 9am – 1pm

Where: 4th & Ellsworth, Albany Or (map)

Description: www.locallygrown.org
Sat 9am -1pm, 4th & Ellsworth, City Hall parking lot, Albany, free, 541-740-1542, Items include baked goods, fruit, vegetables and flowers.

Build Lebanon Trails "Peterson Butte Hike"

When: Sat, April 14, 9am – 11am

Where: Peterson Butte, Oregon 97355, USA (map)

Description:

Peterson Butte, just west of Lebanon, provides some ofthe best views around the valley. Thanks to the kindness of the owners, BuildLebanon Trails is allowed to sponsor a hike to the top of this landmark butte.

This hike covers a distance of 2.5 miles with anelevation gain of around 1,000 feet. Most of the walk is forested. The trail ismuddy in spots. There is usually poison oak along the route, so keep an eyeout. Note that weather can change more quickly on the butte.

Bring snacks or a lunch to eat on top of the butte whileadmiring the beauty of Lebanon and surrounding areas. Don’t forget your cameraand binoculars!

Special notes:

Children are welcome.

No pets for this event, please.

Wear appropriate hiking gear and please consider if youare in adequate physical condition to walk both up and down a steep trail.

Please respect the land and the privacy of the landownersso we can continue to hold this hike in future years.

Please arrive between 830am-9am for registration.

Where to meet:

Follow the BLT signs to the parking area, and from therewalk uphill to the kiosk to register.

Parking is limited; please carpool if possible.

Driving directions:

At the bend where Airport Road becomes Denny School Road,veer onto the small road leading west towards the butte, which is also DennySchool Road.

See the map and look for the BLT Event signs at https://www.buildlebanontrails.com/events/peterson-butte-2018/.

RaSani Body, Mind Spirit Holistic Fair

When: Sun, April 22, 10am – 5pm

Where: 3700 Knox Butte Rd E, Albany, OR 97322, USA (map)

Description:

This is a delightful experience to open your heart& feed your soul... Oregon’s Largest Body Mind Spirit Expo... Open up tonew ways of experiencing life & raise your consciousness with 100+independent alternative holistic practitioners and exhibitors to enhance yourpersonal journey. With massage, energy work, life & nutritionalcoaching, aromatherapy, natural remedies, alternative health, medicalintuitive, animal communicators, intuitive & psychic readings, astrology,sound healing, chakra balancing, crystals, aura photos, art, jewelry &unique gifts. Featuring 30 free presentations and an amazing Heal the EarthRaffle benefiting Family Tree Relief Nursery. A local non-profit organizationserving Linn County focusing on helping grow happy, healthy and strongfamilies. For more information: www.RaSaniFair.com Call 541-990-7301 for More information.

Downtown Albany Restaurant Week

WhenApr 23 – 29, 2018

DescriptionDowntown Albany Restaurant Week returns Monday, April 23rd to Sunday, April 29th. From breakfast to dinner, dozens of tasty options are sure to please. A list of participating restaurants and specials will be listed below closer to the dates! Reservations are highly recommended. More restaurants and specials may be added later so check back!
Call 541-928-2469 for more information. www.albanydowntown.com

Willamette Valley Home Show

When: Fri, April 27, 3pm – 8pm

Where: 3700 Knox Butte Rd E, Albany, OR 97322, USA (map)

Description:

2018 Albany Spring Home Show, April 27th-29th!

Spring fever is coming! Plants, Ponds, Kitchens and more await you at the big, Spring Home and Garden Show for Linn County. At the Linn County Fair and Expo Center you will be able to see fresh ideas for the backyard and indoor alike! Spectacular decking, fencing, garages, decorations, flooring of all types and prices, artwork, sculptures, custom kitchens all on display. You are welcome to play the Passport Giveaway that offers a cash prize. Even enjoy the best deals from the greatest, local nurseries on-site at the giant Plant Sale! Say goodbye to winter and get Spring Fever at your local Albany Spring Home and Garden Show!
Call 503-364-1716 for more information. www.wvpevents.com

Albany Downtown Wine Walk

When: Fri, May 4, 4pm – 8pm

Where: Historic Downtown Albany Oregon (map)

Description:

Enjoy tastes from at least 21 different Oregon wineries and the ambiance and atmosphere of beautiful Downtown Albany at the Rotary Club of Albany’s Upstairs Downtown Wine Walk, Friday, May 4, 2018 Sample the latest vintages from local wineries as you stroll through downtown shops and restaurants. Hours are 4 to 8 p.m.

Admission to the Wine Walk is $15, which includes a Wine Walk wine glass, and five scrip tickets (redeemable for five tastings), a hand stamp and the map of the participating merchants and wineries. Additional tickets are $1 each and are sold in bundles of five.
Proceeds of the Wine Walk help support several charitable causes, thanks to the Rotary Club of Albany. And everyone loves to take a peek inside the hidden spaces visible only during the Loft Tours.
Check back closer to the date of the event for more information.
For more information, contact the Albany Visitors Association 541-928-0911 or see albanywinewalk.com.

Brownsville "Carriage Me Back to 1918"

When: Sat, May 5, 10:00am – 12:30pm

Where: Historic Brownsville Oregon (map)

Description:

CARRIAGE ME BACK TO 1898 IN BROWNSVILLE, OREGON A somewhat historic, always enjoyable, community drama of life during a specific year in the rich past of historic Brownsville. Dressed in period costumes, local actors take on the personalities of colorful historical characters. Visitors ride in an open, horse-drawn carriage from the Linn County Historical Museum to the beautifully preserved Moyer House, constructed in 1881, enjoying reenactments along the way. Please keep in mind, the reenactments along the way will portray the history, attitudes and customs of 1918. Saturday May 5th, 2017: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm Sunday May 6th, 2017: 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm CARRIAGE RIDE RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED For ticket reservations, call the Linn County Historical Museum at (541) 466-3390 or drop by Tuesday thru Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. We accept cash or checks only - No credit cards Carriage Ride Prices: Adults: $10.00 each Children: (11 and under): $5.00 each Full carriage (20 people): $160.00

Albany Civic Theater "Annie"

When: Sat, May 5, 7:30pm – 10:30pm

Where: 111 First Ave SW, Albany Oregon (map)

Description:

With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations... and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Performances start at 7:30 pm for plays/special events and 8 pm for musicals, matinees (m), start at 2:30 pm www.albanycivic.org