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place in the Willamette Valley.
Turkey, Schmurkey. Please Pass the Wine.
In what has become a highly anticipated event each year, Oregon's
wineries are again hosting special Thanksgiving weekend events, including
barrel tastings, open houses, concerts and more. Many wineries not typically
accessible to the public open their doors, welcoming visitors for exclusive
tastings and behind-the-scenes tours. Visit explorer.oregonwine.org to
learn more about planned activities at your favorite Willamette Valley
winery.
Win a Trip to the Willamette Valley
Oregon Wine Country abounds with activities the entire family will
enjoy, so we're giving away vacation packages to five lucky winners.
These three-day, two-night getaways provide the perfect weekend
escape, giving you the opportunity to visit the region's renowned
wineries, savor the culinary masterpieces of local chefs, enjoy
leisurely activities with golf and spa packages, and experience the rich
culture and beauty that make up the Willamette Valley. View
complete details and descriptions of each getaway, and enter to win by
Nov. 30.
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Thanksgiving Weekend
at Lane County Wineries
Nov. 24 – 26
Times vary
This year many wineries in Lane County are offering tastings
of unique blends and giving keepsake wine glasses to visitors. For
specific information, visit www.visitlanecounty.org/thanksgiving |
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Wait Park Tree Lighting
and Parade
Canby, Oregon
Saturday, Nov. 25
Enjoy a holiday parade around Wait Park in the historic
community of Canby, with Santa arriving just in time for the tree-lighting
ceremony. Bring the whole family and enjoy a free cup of Starbuck's
coffee or hot cocoa and sample cookies provided by local bakeries.
www.mthoodterritory.com www.canbyareachamber.org |
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Winter's Eve
Downtown Corvallis, between 2nd and 4th Streets
Friday, Dec. 1
5p.m. - 10 p.m.
Get in the holiday spirit at the Winter's Eve gathering
in the heart of Corvallis. This annual holiday tradition celebrates
the season in style with shopping, music, champagne, wine, hors d'oeuvres
and desserts, all in an elegant tent setting. Visitors of all ages
will enjoy the festive start to the season.
www.visitcorvallis.com |
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The Greens Show
Jackman-Long Building
Oregon State Fairgrounds, Salem
Dec. 1-3
Fri.: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sat-Sun: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Kick off the holiday season with a visit to the oldest
home and holiday show in the Willamette Valley: The Greens Show.
More than 100 vendors will be on display to offer holiday home decorating
advice and showcase handcrafted products, jewelry, clothes, toys
and fresh wreaths. Enjoy festive music, food and creativity in action
with more than 40 decorated Christmas trees. Profits will benefit
the local community.
www.greensshow.com |
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Albany's Christmas Parlour
Tour
Historic Downtown Albany
Sunday, Dec. 10
2 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Discover some of Albany's 700 beautiful historic homes
and buildings by trolley, carriage or on foot. Families, history
buffs and art aficionados will enjoy this self-guided tour of picturesque
Victorian-era homes decked out for the holidays. Now in its 27th
year, carolers and homeowners will welcome you as you make your way
through Albany's Monteith Historical District.
www.albanyvisitors.com |
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Newsletter Archive:
Beat the Heat with a Glass of Oregon Pinot - Summer 2006
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