January 2012
Sisters Folk Festival Winter Concert Series — Monday, January 23, 2012
Jeffrey Broussard & the Creole Cowboys. Show is at 7 p.m. at Sisters High School. To purchase tickets go to www.sistersfolkfestival.org or call the Festival office at 541-549-4979.
February 2012
Sisters Folk Festival Winter Concert Series — Friday, February 10, 2012
Martyn Joseph. Show is at 7 p.m. at Sisters High School. To purchase tickets go to www.sistersfolkfestival.org or call the Festival office at 541-549-4979.
Hoodoo Winter Carnival — TBA
Celebrate winter and all the recreational opportunities that come with the season. Children’s games, annual dummy downhill, barbeque and tube racing at the Autobahn are the highlights of this annual event, now in its 29th year. Contact: Doug Ritchie at 541-822-3799 or Hoodoo Ski Area, www.hoodoo.com.
March 2012
Sisters Act — TBA
Community talent show to benefit Masaka, Uganda orphanage and school. Sponsored by Sisters Good Samaritan Ministries. For information contact Theresa Slavkovsky at 541-549-1149. Show is at 7 p.m. at the Sisters High School auditorium.
Sisters Folk Festival Winter Concert Series — Thursday, March 8, 2012
Red Molly. Show is at 7 p.m. at Sisters High School. To purchase tickets go towww.sistersfolkfestival.org or call the Festival office at 541-549-4979.
April 2012
Hoodoo's Spring Fling —Saturday, April 7, 2012
This end-of-the-season event includes pond skimming, races & more! Rockstar Energy Drink will also be at Hoodoo, providing samples of its products, www.hoodoo.com.
“My Own Two Hands” Community Celebration — Friday, April 13, 2012
Parade, art stroll and chili feed. For information, call 541-549-4979 or visit www.sistersfolkfestival.org.
“My Own Two Hands” Americana Art Party & Auction — Saturday, April 14, 2012
Proceeds from the sales of the donated artwork and services go to strengthen the music and art programs in the Sisters schools and the greater Sisters community. For info, call 541-549-4979 or visit www.sistersfolkfestival.org.
Central Oregon Shootout Golf Tournament — TBA
10th Annual Central Oregon Shootout, a Central Oregon golf tournament featuring 3 great days of golf on three outstanding golf courses, Black Butte Ranch's Big Meadow, Aspen Lakes and The Eagle Crest Resort Course. For more details call 541-549-4653 or visit www.blackbutteranch.com.
May 2012
Sisters Stampede Mountain Bike Race — Sunday, May 27, 2012
The Sisters Stampede is an XC mountain bike race sanctioned by the Oregon Bicycle Racing Assosiation (OBRA). For more information visit www.sistersstampede.com.
June
2012
Ray’s
Food Place/Kiwanis Club of Sisters Charitable Funds Golf Tournament
— Saturday, June 2, 2012
For more information or registration contact Jeff McDonald at rays45sisters@hotmail.com,
Location: Aspen Lakes Golf Course. Sponsor: Sisters Kiwanis.
Xtreme Bulls and Rodeo Dance, Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Contact: 541-549-0121;
Ticket hotline: 800-827-7522. Sponsor: Sisters Rodeo Association, www.sistersrodeo.com.
Sisters
Rodeo and Parade — Friday-Sunday, June 8-10, 2012
Come to the "Biggest Little Show in the World!" Now
in its 72nd year. Four performances sanctioned by the Professional
Rodeo Cowboys Association with a purse of over $100,000. Saturday
morning parade and Sunday pancake breakfast. Contact: 541-549-0121;
Ticket hotline: 800-827-7522. Sponsor: Sisters Rodeo Association, www.sistersrodeo.com.
Sisters Art in the Park — Saturday & Sunday, June 9 & 10, 2012
Arts (juried), crafts, food, entertainment and winetasting. Silent Auction benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon. Located at Sisters City Creekside Park, on the corner of Hwy. 20 & Jefferson Avenue. Saturday 10 a.m to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information contact Richard Esterman at 541-549-8905 or e-mail ufo1555@aol.com.
Sisters Wine & Brew Festival — Friday & Saturday, June 15 & 16, 2012
Friday 3 to 9 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Village Green.
The Sisters Wine & Brew Festival celebrates wonderful wines and brews of the Pacific Northwest. The day will also include live music, wine and beer pairing classes, cooking demos, art vendors, and fantastic food. Entrance to the festival is free. For more information call 541-385-7988 or e-mail info@specialized-events.com.
Sisters
Roundup of Gems — TBA
Be dazzled by over 40 displays — an acre of rocks, minerals
and fossils from throughout the world. A unique setting to view
and purchase these magnificent creations of nature. Sisters
Elementary School. Contact: Jean Miller, 503-829-2680.
Sisters Summer Faire — Saturday & Sunday, June 30-July 1, 2012
Over 100 vendors displaying and selling their arts & crafts, flowers and much more. Join us for food, fun and entertainment at Village Green Park. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 541-549-0251 for more information. Sponsored by Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce.
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July 2012
Sisters Summer Faire — Saturday & Sunday, June 30-July 1, 2012
Over 100 vendors displaying and selling their arts & crafts, flowers and much more. Join us for food, fun and entertainment at Village Green Park. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 541-549-0251 for more information. Sponsored by Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce.
Recycle Run — Wednesday, July 4, 2012
The Thrid annual Recycle Run, a 5K/8K Fun Run or Walk starting at Sisters Athletic Club and ending at Creekside Park. Great prizes will be awarded after the run! Pre-Register for the Recycle Run www.sistershabitat.org or sign up 7 to 8 a.m. on July 4 at Sisters Athletic Club. All profits from the Recycle Run will be donated to Sisters Habitat for Humanity.
Fourth of July Picnic in the Park — Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Third annual picnic at Creekside Park, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. An old-fashioned Fourth of July family gathering. Bring your own picnic or purchase food from vendors on site. Top your meal off with a piece of homemade pie. Music, games, green artistic creations with a focus on outdoor living space. All profits will be donated to Sisters Habitat for Humanity, www.sistershabitat.org.
Around The Block Fiber Arts Stroll — Sunday, July 8, 2012
Eighth annual fiber art stroll through Sisters. Local businesses will host textile demonstrations, special quilting exhibits, music and refreshments. 2-6 p.m. Contact Stitchin’ Post/Ann Richardson at 541-549-6061 or ann@sistersoutdoorquiltshow.org.
Sisters Quilt Walk — Saturday-Sunday, July 7-14, 2012
Quilt Show sponsoring businesses display quilts by local quilters during their regular business hours. Contact Stitchin’ Post/Ann Richardson at 541-549-6061 or ann@sistersoutdoorquiltshow.org.
Sisters Quilters’ Affair — Monday-Friday, July 9-13, 2012
Five days of quilting classes, lectures and evening programs highlighting the diversity of the art of quilting. Contact The Stitchin Post at 541-549-6061. www.stitchinpost.com.
Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show — Saturday, July 14, 2012
The 37th year of the largest outdoor quilt show in the country! Over 1,100 quilts will be on display throughout town. Five days of classes precede the quilt show. Join quilters from all over the world for this wonderful one-day event. Contact Stitchin’ Post at 541-549-6061 or visit www.sistersoutdoorquiltshow.org.
Metolius Bamboo Rod and Fly Fishing Fair — TBA
The 10th Annual Metolius River Fly Fishing and Bamboo Rod Fair to be held in Camp Sherman. The two-day event will be hosted by Roger and Kathy White of the Camp Sherman Store. Visitors may talk with contemporary Northwest bamboo rod builders, view examples of their work, and have a rare opportunity to cast over 200 of these wonderful rods. Rods are available for purchase at the show, or special order your own customized rod. Contact: Camp Sherman Store, 541-595-6711 or e-mail roger@campshermanstore.com.
Antiques in the Park — Saturday & Sunday, July 21 & 22, 2012
Silent Auction benefiting a charity to be announced. Located at Sisters City Creekside Park, on the corner of Hwy. 20 & Jefferson Avenue. Saturday 10 a.m to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information contact Richard Esterman at 541-549-8905 or e-mail ufo1555@aol.com.
Sisters "Glory Daze" Car Show — Saturday, July 21, 2012
Awards ceremony 3 p.m. Any questions e-mail jeri@sisterscountry.com or call 541-549-0251.
Sisters Arts & Crafts Festival — Saturday & Sunday, July 28 & 29, 2012
Arts (juried), crafts, food, classic car show (Saturday only), winetasting. Silent Auction benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon. Located on Oak Street between Cascade & Adams Avenues. Saturday 10 a.m to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information contact Richard Esterman at 541-549-8905 or e-mail ufo1555@aol.com.
August 2012
Country Fair & Art Show — Friday & Saturday, August 10 & 11, 2012
Juried art show Friday, 5 to 8 p.m. is followed on Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. by a family fun-filled day with games for kids, pony rides, homemade preserves, food booths, local music, raffles, white elephant sale and homemade crafts and quilts. The Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration, 1/8 mile west of Sisters on Hwy. 242. Contact the church for more information: 541-549-7087.
Pacific Amateur Golf Classic — Monday-Saturday, August 26-31, 2012
The Golf World Pacific Amateur Golf Classic, brought to you by the Central Oregon Visitors Association, is the driving force for championship-caliber amateur golf in the West. In 2012, this prestigious annual event celebrates its 16th year.
The three-day, net, stroke-play tournament is open to all amateur golfers who possess an established USGA Handicap. Players compete on a different golf course each of the first three rounds with the top two finalists in each flight advancing to the Championship round. Contact COVA at 888-425-3976 or www.pacamgolf.com.
September 2012
Sisters Western & Native American Arts Festival —
Saturday & Sunday, September 1 & 2, 2012
Vendors selling top-quality handmade traditional and Native American wares. A variety of pottery, Western and Native American jewelry, art work, clothing, metal art, log furniture and more. Western music and Native American dancers. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. located at Creekside Park, Hwy. 20 & Jefferson. Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce at 541-549-0251, or www.sisterschamber.com.
Sisters Folk Festival — Friday-Sunday, September 7-9, 2012
The 17th annual celebration of American music from blues to bluegrass includes performances by top folk artists and musicians. Contact: Katie Yoder, 541-549-4979. Sponsor: Sisters Folk Festival, www.sistersfolkfestival.org.
Sisters Fall Street Festival — Saturday & Sunday, September 15 & 16, 2012
Arts, crafts, food, entertainment and winetasting. Silent Auction benefiting Sisters School District's Creative Departments. Located on Oak Street between Cascade & Main Avenues.Saturday 10 a.m to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information contact Richard Esterman at 541-549-8905 or e-mail ufo1555@aol.com.
Sisters Mountain Bike Festival — Saturday-Sunday, September 22-23, 2012
Third annual benefit for Sisters Trails Alliance. www.sistersmountainbikefestival.com.
Sisters Fresh Hop Festival — Saturday, September 29, 2012
September 29, noon to 9 p.m. at the Village Green. The 2nd annual event! Admission is free and open to all; children are welcome. A taster pint mug is available for $5 and tasting tickets are $1 per 4-oz. taste. With live entertainment. For more information call the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce at 541-549-0251 or e-mail jeri@sisterscountry.com.
October 2012
Sisters Harvest Faire — Saturday & Sunday, October 13 & 14, 2012
Now in its 31st year, this faire brings together over 200 juried vendors of handcrafted quality arts and crafts, plus food and entertainment. Located on the streets of downtown Sisters. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Contact: 541-549-0251. Sponsor: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce.
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November 2012
Sisters Holiday Celebration & Parade — Friday & Saturday, November 23 & 24, 2012
Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, November 23 in Barclay Park. Join us for this community event and help bring in the holidays. The Christmas Parade is on Saturday, November 24 at 2 p.m. on Hood Avenue. This tradition is fun for the entire family. Following the parade, visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the chamber. Enjoy refreshments and holiday cheer. Contact and sponsor: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce, 541-549-0251 or 866-549-0252.
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