River Rhythms “Sawyer Brown”:

WHEN:

August 9, 2018 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

WHERE:

489 NW Water St
Albany Oregon

Mark Miller was born in Ohio, but moved to Florida when he was in eighth grade. Growing up, he played basketball, went to the beach, worked at Walt Disney World, and went to school—pretty much in that order. He was on the basketball team at the University of Central Florida when he started writing songs, finally deciding to move to Nashville to focus on singing and songwriting. The move worked out okay.
Mark has written many of Sawyer Brown’s hits, including “Step That Step,” “The Walk,” “Thank God for You,” “The Boys and Me,” as well as the band’s anthem: “Some Girls Do.”

For over 30 years the River Rhythms concert series has been hosting free Thursday night concerts in the Monteith Riverpark during July and August. The concerts vary in musical genre–past acts have included everything from country music by Tracy Lawrence to classic rock from the band Foghat. What doesn’t vary is the beautiful setting and the inescapably fun summer concert vibe. Bring the kids down early to do a free art activity. Wander through the food court and get an ice cream cone or a burger. Sit in the grass and let the music wash over you, or get on your feet and dance all night. Whatever you do,don’t miss the fun at Albany’s favorite summer concert series. Please visit www.riverrhythms.org for more information or call 541-917-7777.

Marks Ridge Winery “Friday Night Concerts”

WHEN:

August 10, 2018 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

WHERE:

29255 Berlin Rd
Sweet Home, OR 97386
USA

Albany Girls & Boys Club “Hoop Jam Basketball Tournament”

WHEN:

August 11, 2018 all-day

WHERE:

Heritage Mall
1895 14th Ave SE, Albany, OR 97322
USA

Hoop Jam 2018, a 3-on-3 street basketball tournament, will take place in Albany, at the Heritage Mall, on August 11 & 12, 2018. Hoop Jam is a great way to focus on youth, community building, and character development through an athletic venue.
We anticipate over 3,000 players and families will be enjoying all that Albany has to offer during the Hoop Jam. As is true for all of the Boys & Girls Club of Albany’s events and programs, the youth are the true benefactors. www.bgc-albany.org/hoop-jam/ Call 541-926-6666 for more information

Linn County Master Gardener Demonstration Garden

WHEN:

March 1, 2018 – October 31, 2018 all-day

WHERE:

Linn County Fair & Expo Center
3700 Knox Butte Rd E
Albany, OR 97322

Getting a little spring fever? It’s time for the OSU Master Gardener Demonstration Garden to open! Visit the garden for innovative ideas to try at home. Volunteers at the garden grow herbs veggies, flowers, fruit trees, berries and grapes, and sun and shade gardens. They show you how to make compost and much much more. Visit this link for more information on spring and summer hours, and upcoming seasonal events and workshops.

Mid-Valley Bike Club Covered Bridges Ride

WHEN:

August 12, 2018

WHERE:

Linn County Fair & Expo Center
3700 Knox Butte Rd E
Albany, OR 97322
USA

The Mid-Valley Bicycle Club Covered Bridge Bicycle Tour is one day cycling event in the mid-Willamette Valley. This year marks the 40th Anniversary of the CBBT. The event starts and finishes at the Linn County Fair & Expo Center just off of I-5 in Albany, Oregon. Explore the rural roads, and depending on which of the route options you choose, you’ll cross up to five historic covered bridges in the Mid-Willamette Valley. Go to www.MVBC.com for more info.

Bi-Mart Willamette Country Music Festival

WHEN:

August 16-18, 2018 all-day

WHERE:

Brownsville
OR 97327
USA

Enjoy three days of country music fun in beautiful Brownsville, Oregon! Acts at the 2018 Bi-Mart Willamette Country Music Festival include “Alabama”, “Eric Church”, and “Kid Rock”. 541-345-WCMF (9263), http://www.willamettecountrymusicfestival.com

Carnival Carousel

WHEN:

August 18, 2018 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

WHERE:

Albany Historic Carousel & Museum
503 W 1st Ave
Albany, OR 97321
USA

Join the Albany Historic Carousel & Museum as they celebrate their one year anniversary with a carousel fundraiser: Carnival at the Carousel. Just as the nostalgia of the carousel lights the faces of those who visit, we hope that the nostalgia of a vintage carnival will do the same. Come see carnival games of the past, old-fashioned carnival characters, a cakewalk, carousel-made photo-boards and kissing booth, Kona Ice, Kettle Korn, and a bounce house. For more information visit www.albanycarousel.com

Linn County FARM-TO-TABLE Dinner

WHEN:

August 19, 2018 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

WHERE:

Albany Regional Museum
136 SE Lyon St
Albany, OR 97321
USA

The first of Albany’s 2018 Farm to Table Dinnerstakes place on Saturday, August 19th. Dine al fresco along a shaded historic waterway—the Albany 8th Street Canal. Feast on delectable creations by Chef Matt Bennett of Sybaris Bistro and sip locally-grown and crafted Springhill Cellars Wineryselections. The menu is based on Cajun Creole cuisine inspired by Chef Bennett’s recent trip to New Orleans. Seating at the dinner is limited and we encourage you to purchase your tickets early for what will no doubt, be a sold-out event. Dinner proceeds will benefit the Albany Regional Museum (ARM) and enable them to continue to offer free admission to all visitors. Hop on over to ARM’s website and get your tickets now! https://squareup.com/store/albany-regional-museum

Northwest Art & Air Festival

WHEN:

August 25, 2018 all-day

WHERE:

900 Price Rd SE
Albany, OR 97322
USA

The NW Art & Air Festivalmay be the the best little late summer festival around! Watch hot air balloons ascend the night sky during the magical night glow event and early dawn flights. The balloon regatta is a colorful affair and Timber Linn Park will be alive with music, artists, family activities (including Young Eagle Flights) and yummy food from a variety of vendors. Musical artists (featuring this year’s headliner “Goo Goo Dolls”) give evening performances. For the adults, there’s a wine and microbrew garden. The festival is free, but parking is $5. Learn more at: http://nwartandair.org