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Events

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Wallowa County Events

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Lostine Flea Market

Date: Friday, July 03, 2009
To: Sunday, July 05
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Details: This is a shopper's dream! The entire town of Lostine turns into one gigantic flea market! a great place to find that elusive bargain! Date: July 3-5, 2009
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Contact: City of Lostine
Tele: (541) 569-2415
Web:
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Old Fashioned 4th of July

Date: Saturday, July 04, 2009
To: Saturday, July 04
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Details: The town of Wallowa is the Classic American small town and the perfect spot for a family outing. Date: July 4, 2009
Venue: Wallowa, Oregon
Contact: Kathy Shoemaker
Tele: (541) 886-8000
Web:
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Lostine River Run

Date: Saturday, July 04, 2009
To: Saturday, July 04
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Details: Runs: 10K, 5K and 1 mile. Walks: 5K and 1 mile. See website for registration forms. Date: July 4, 2009
Venue: Providence Academy (Old Lostine School)
Contact: Eric Jensen
Tele: (541) 566-0305
Web: www.eosportstraining.com
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Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

Date: Saturday, July 04, 2009
To: Saturday, July 04
Time: Dusk
Details: The jewel of the Wallowa Mountains, Wallowa Lake, makes a perfect setting to view this classic Independence Day event.
Venue: Wallowa Lake
Contact: Wallowa County Chamber
Tele: (541) 426-4622 (800) 585-4121
Web: www.wallowacountychamber.com
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Summer Fishtrap

Date: Sunday, July 05, 2009
To: Sunday, July 12
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Details: This is the 22nd year for this nationally-acclaimed conference for writers and readers. Summer Fishtrap will run from July 5 to July 12, 2009. It consists of two parts. The Summer Fishtrap Workshops run from Sunday, July 5 to Friday, July 10. The Summer Fishtrap Gathering runs from Thursday evening, July 9 to Sunday, July 12. (The two parts overlap.) The event takes place at the Wallowa Lake Camp and Retreat Center. There will be open mic ("open mike") readings free and open to the public on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings, July 6, 7, and 8.
Venue: Wallowa Lake, Oregon
Contact: Rick Bombaci
Tele: (541) 426-3623
Web: www.fishtrap.org
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Sage Brush Quilt Shop Hop - 2009

Date: Friday, July 10, 2009
To: Saturday, July 18
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Details: During the SAGEBRUSH SCRAMBLE quilt shop “hoppers” will tumble through 13 quilt shops throughout eastern Oregon and Washington! Three of the shops are right here in Wallowa County! NOTE: The Sagebrush Shop Hop will include an exclusive TOUR of Crabapple Hill Design Studio in Benton City, Washington. “Sagebrush” is also boasting a new format this year, July 10 through July 18, 2009, giving you TWO WEEKENDS to complete the hop. Every “Hopper” will receive a free tote bag and those that visit all shops will be eligible for GRAND prizes galore! For more information and to pick up a passport, which will be available just prior to the hop, contact Cattle Country Quilts in Joseph, www.CattleCountryQuilts.com, or call 541-432-6669.
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Contact: Cattle Country Quilts
Tele: (541) 432-6669
Web: www.cattlecountryquilts.com
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Local Foods Culinary Class and Tour of Farms & Ranches

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2009
To: Sunday, July 12
Time: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM both days
Details: Visit sustainably managed farms and ranches, walk through the fields, greenhouses and barns with the growers who tell us the story of the good food they produce. The two day tour culminates with a chef lead cooking class creating a localvore's feast from the fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, honey and beer we gather from the producers we visit.
Venue: Begin & end in Joseph, OR
Contact: Jenny Hawkins Hogrefe
Tele: (503) 297-2177
Web: www.sourcetours.com
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Chief Joseph Summer Camp

Date: Monday, July 13, 2009
To: Friday, July 17
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Details: A day camp for kids entering the 2nd through 6th grades Date: July 13-17, 2009
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Contact: Jeni
Tele: (541) 432-3507
Web: www.chiefjosephsummercamp.com
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TamKaLiks Celebration (Nez Perce Pow-wow & Friendship Feast)

Date: Friday, July 17, 2009
To: Sunday, July 19
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Details: Nez Perce homecoming and traditional Powwow cultural celebration. Sunday mid-day feast a community potluck. Held at the coalition's grounds north east of Wallowa on Whiskey Creek Road. Clearwater and Wildhorse casino are donors along with Indian Lodge Motel and Stangel's Buffalo Ranch.
Venue: Wallowa, Oregon
Contact: Joe McCormack
Tele: (541) 886-3101
Web: www.wallowanezperce.org
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Chief Joseph Days

Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2009
To: Sunday, July 26
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Details: Four days of PRCA-sanctioned rodeos, Indian encampment and a dance competition turn Joseph into one big celebration!
Venue: Joseph, Oregon
Contact: Debbie Short, Joseph Chamber
Tele: (541) 432-1015 / (800) 585-4121
Web: www.chiefjosephdays.com
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Wallowa County Fair

Date: Saturday, August 01, 2009
To: Saturday, August 08
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Details: 4-H horse show; 4H & FFA livestock show
Venue: Wallowa County Fairgrounds - Enterprise, Oregon
Contact: Randy Garnett
Tele: (541) 426-4097
Web:
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Sunrise Iron Antique tractor show

Date: Saturday, August 01, 2009
To: Saturday, August 01
Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Details: Sunrise Iron Antique tractor show
Venue: 65708 Sunrise Road, Enterprise
Contact: Erl McLaughlin / sunriseiron@eoni.com
Tele: 541-426-4407 / cell 541 263-0755
Web: www.sunriseiron.com
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Local Foods Culinary Class and Tour of Farms & Ranches

Date: Saturday, August 01, 2009
To: Sunday, August 02
Time: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM both days
Details: Visit sustainably managed farms and ranches, walk through the fields, greenhouses and barns with the growers who tell us the story of the good food they produce. The trip culminates with a chef lead cooking class creating a localvore's feast from the fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, honey and beer we gather from producers we visit.
Venue: Begin & end in Joseph, OR
Contact: Jenny Hawkins Hogrefe
Tele: (503) 297-2177
Web: www.sourcetours.com
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Joseph Jr. Rodeo

Date: Saturday, August 08, 2009
To: Saturday, August 08
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Details:
Venue:
Contact: Dave Yost
Tele: (541) 426-9104
Web:
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Bronze Bike Motorcycle Rendezvous

Date: Friday, August 21, 2009
To: Sunday, August 23
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Details: Family Fun, Show/Shine; Live Music & Dance All Bikers & All Makes Of Bikes Come & Join Us For A Fun Filled Weekend. Date: Aug. 21-23, 2009
Venue: Joseph
Contact: Terry De Spain
Tele: (541) 432-4117
Web: www.bronzebikerally.com
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Farm & Rancher Tour Featuring Local Foods

Date: Saturday, August 22, 2009
To: Sunday, August 23
Time: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM both days
Details: Visit sustainably managed farms and ranches, walk through the fields, greenhouses and barns with the growers who tell us the story of the good food they produce. Meals showcase fresh, seasonal, local ingredients from many of the farms & ranches we visit.
Venue: Begin & end in Joseph, OR
Contact: Jenny Hawkins Hogrefe
Tele: (503) 297-2177
Web: www.sourcetours.com
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Juniper Jam Music Festival

Date: Saturday, September 05, 2009
To: Saturday, September 05
Time: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Details: Juniper Jam - The sweetest little music festival in Eastern Oregon Saturday, September 5, 2009 11:00am - 10:00pm Wallowa County Fairgrounds, Enterprise, OR The Wallowa Valley Music Alliance is pleased to announce the launch of a new music festival, taking place over Labor Day Weekend at the Wallowa County Fairgrounds in Enterprise, Oregon. This fun-filled day of music starts at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 5, 2009, with music going on all day until about 10:00 PM. Festival goers will enjoy many styles of music, including folk, country, jazz, Americana and blues, as well as great food and drink, plus children's activities. Tickets for the event are $10, kids under six are free.
Venue: Wallowa County Fairgrounds, Enterprise
Contact: Janis Carper
Tele: (541) 426-3390
Web: www.juniperjam.com
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Hells Canyon Mule Days (29th Annual)

Date: Friday, September 11, 2009
To: Sunday, September 13
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Details: Mule Show with events for every age and skill level. Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Artisans & Exhibitors on The Green, Non-motorized Parade, Pit B-B-Q Dinner, Quilt Show, and Mule and Horse Sale... Date: Sept. 11-13, 2009
Venue: Wallowa County Fairgrounds - Enterprise, Oregon
Contact: Sondra Lozier, President
Tele: (888) 323-3271 (541) 426-3271 (541) 263-0104 cell
Web: www.hellscanyonmuledays.com
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Hells Canyon Mule Days Quilt Show

Date: Friday, September 11, 2009
To: Sunday, September 13
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Details: Hells Canyon Mule Days Quilt Show Welcome to our 7th annual quilt show that is staged during the Hells Canyon Mule Days event in Enterprise at the Wallowa County Fairgrounds. This exhibit recognizes individual quilt makers from the area with over 100 quilts on display for the three day event. Our show committee is always pleased to show new quilts and we welcome your entry. The Cloverleaf Hall comes alive with quilts that foster designs from the past and also current day patterns that will amaze and inspire the quilter and non-quilter alike. Quilts will be entered in three categories; Bed Size Quilts, Crib/Lap Size Quilts, and Wall Hangings. Also, a special category sponsored by Hannah Beaudoin from Savoie’s Specialties, for Mule designed motif quilts. There will be vendors representing quilt shops throughout the region for all those “must have/can’t resist” items...The raffle quilt will be on display and tickets may be purchased for $1.00 each or six for $5.00 and the winning ticket will be drawn on Sunday at 2:00 pm. Ample free parking and handicap accessible. Admission: $3.00 - good for all weekend. Show Hours: Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-5, Sunday 10-3.
Venue: Cloverleaf Hall - Wallowa County Fairgrounds, Enterprise, Oregon
Contact: Sondra Lozier
Tele: (541) 426-3271 or cell (541) 263-0104
Web: www.hellscanyonmuledays.com
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Nez Perce Art in the Wallowa (13th Annual)

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2009
To: Saturday, September 12
Time: 1 - 4pm
Details: The 13th Annual Nez Perce Art Show will be held Sept. 12th, 2009 at Wallowa Lake Lodge. Dinner will be at the Joseph Community Center. Gathering exhibition, and auction of Indian artists from across the Columbia Plateau. See you there! Date: September 12, 2009
Venue: Wallowa Band Nez Perce Trail Interpretive Center 209 East Second St Wallowa, Oregon
Contact:
Tele: (541) 886-3101
Web: www.wallowanezperce.org
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Hop The Blues Shop Hop - 2009

Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2009
To: Sunday, October 04
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Details: Gather your quilting friends and "Hop" from shop-to-shop in northeastern Oregon and southeastern Washington, during the 9th Annual “Hop the Blues,” including three shops right here in Wallowa County. Visit all shops September 30 through October 4, 2009 (Wednesday through Sunday) to be eligible for awesome grand prizes. Every shop will be filled with wonderful samples, prizes, and lots of fabric for your quilting needs. Pick up your passport, which will be available just prior to the hop at any of the participating shops. contact Cattle Country Quilts in Joseph, www.CattleCountryQuilts.com, or call 541-432-6669.
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Contact: Cass Botts
Tele: (541) 432-6669
Web: www.cattlecountryquilts.com
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