June Happenings 2010
Silverton High School Graduation ~ June 10th, 7pm / Silverton last day of school June 11th
Silverton First Friday ~ June 4th
If you haven't made it to the Tap Room then you must!
The amazing creative forces behind Vitis Ridge and 7-Brides have joined to create a Tap Room to please both the wine drinker and the beer drinker. But they didn't stop there! The food!!!! D'lish! The Reuben Sandwich was just out of this world with the right amount of goodness all toasted up on rye! The pulled pork and slaw and the panzella's were top notch. No need for a tri-fold menu that's executed half-*ss'd. I personally would love 5-8 options that are done just to perfection! Last weekend was the grand opening but hopefully will also continue with the live music that made for a very festive enviro! The Tap Room is the place to be!
Silverton Farmers Market ~ June 5th
299 W Main St, Silverton, Sat, 9am – 1pm
Farm fresh produce, berries and fruit, jams and jellies, fresh baked goods, nursery stock, fresh flowers, gardencrafts and more
19th Annual Canby Wine & Art Festival ~ June 4-6
Main Pavilion and Main Lawn
Hours: Friday 5:00-9:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$5 admin or $12 for 3-day pass
All weekend long, you'll enjoy great wine, art and cuisine while you take in the music of some fantastic artists. Taste fantastic cuisine demonstrations Make sure to stop by Naked Winery they have some great tattoos, not to mention wine.
Silver Falls Challenge and State Park Day ~ June 5
Sat, June 5, 10am – 4pm. Day Use fees are waived this day only. If you haven’t hiked the falls, and I mean all the falls, since you were 12 then this is the time to do it. Begin the day with a brisk dash over the creek and through the woods in the 3rd Annual 5K
There are two races, one for women and one for men.The men’s race begins at 10 a.m. and the women’s at 10:10.Youngsters ages 10-14 are invited to run a 1500 meter trail course at 11 a.m.Race headquarters is at the South Falls day use area, shelter D.Registration is recommended. Entry forms can be found at Silverton Fitness, the Silverton Chamber of Commerce and the Silver Falls Library.Register online at www.racenorthwest.com.June 5 is also State Parks Day, which means parking is free.Cost for the race is $15 through May 29. After that, the cost is $20.Late registration will be available the day of the race.The youth run is free, but each participant must register.There will be an awards ceremony following the race. For more information, call Joe Craig at (503) 873-8779
Oregon Garden - Taste in the Garden Wine and Food Festival
Saturday June 12, 4-9 pm $15
Admission fee includes a commemorative glass, 3 taste tickets and admission to the Garden.
Northwest boutique wineries, local cuisine featuring Oregon products and live music!
Enjoy the garden at its peak while sipping some of Northwest's best wine.
www.oregongarden.org 503-874-8100
Wine, Chocolate and More! ~ June 18-20
Friday June 18; 4-9pm, Saturday June 19; 11-9pm, Sunday June 20; 11-4.
Adults $10 with wine glass $7 without
Columbia hall at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem.
A fabulous showcase of decadent chocolate and wine tasting with some of the best wineries and vineyards, plus live music, and many specialty gifts. This popular event draws people from all over the Northwest just to enjoy the event in a relaxed atmosphere, for casual wine-tasting and food sensations from a variety of culinary backgrounds that will tempt any palate! This event is hosted by Altrusa International of Salem, Oregon. All profits from the festival stay in our community and are used to help women and children in crisis situations, and literacy projects. Enjoy your time talking with the wineries and learning about the intricacies of wine and wine making.
Purchase by the taste, glass, bottle or case. www.winechocolateandmore.com ; 503-587-8752
East Valley Wine Fest ~ Friday June 25th & Saturday June 26th
All events at St. Josef's Winery - Canby Oregon
Friday - Winemaker's Gala Evening: Wine, Food & Music all included $35 per person 6-10 pm.
Saturday - Wine Tasting & Competition, Live Music & Food available $5 adults includes glass 12-6pm
11 Artisan Vintners
Hard to find wines, meet winemakers, judge the wines and more!
Tickets & information at all East Valley Wineries: www.eastvalleywine.com
Father’s Day June 20th
Silverton Hills Strawberry Festival June 20th ~ Sunday
11 am- 4 pm Celebrate Father's Day with shortcake and all-you-can-eat strawberries. There will be crafts, music and activities for the family. Coolidge-McClaine Park
The festival offers a breakfast with pancakes and eggs, or French toast starting at 8am to 11am. For the rest of the day we serve up a strawberry delight with biscuits and ice cream and a free second helping of strawberries. The afternoon menu includes a light BBQ chicken lunch along with performances by a variety of live music groups. The festival hours are from 8 am until 6pm / Admission into the park is free Breakfast is $5.00 for all. Strawberry shortcake desert is free for children under 2 and over 80!The BBQ chicken lunch is $7.00 for all
Deepwood Wine & Jazz Festival - Salem June 26, 4-9 pm
Yes, it's a busy weekend but stop for a moment and run to Deepwood. This is such a nice event and you get to stroll around the garden and listen to some great music and drink some refreshing wine. Always love the Rose from Cubanisimo, served chilled. Because it should at least hit 80 degrees by June 26th!! And then stroll down to the Pringle Creek and tip your toes in. Tickets are $10 and that is for all who enter - kids too. Gourmet food selections, featuring Danny Wold Jazz Trio.
La Margarita Cooking Classes
Let me tell you this is a cooking class not to be missed. Pedro is quite the host and the best margaritas are flowing, and I mean flowing - - so pace yourself. The Salsa class was awesome and if you need a tomatillo salsa recipe see below! Easy peasy and oh so good.
Classes:
June 9, 6 pm - Beans and rice & chicken tacos. $30
June 18 6 pm - Tequila Tasting: A sampling of 9 different 100% blue agave tequilas & snacks $25 ** Are you brave enough?
July 14, 6 pm - Salsa Class: Guacamole de la Mixteca, Green Salsa, Tomatillo Salsa with cascabel and guajillo chile peppers, Pico de Gallo with orange & margaritas. $40 I know this isn't until July but you'll want to reserve your spot now! e-mail www.lamargaritasalem.com Pedro Rosales at or call him at 503-362-8861.
Salsa Recipe:
Salsa Verde Chile de Arbol
Green Salsa made with Arbole chile peppers
4 tomatillos, husk removed (I use 5-6 tomatillos)
5 arbol chile peppers, broken in half
2 cloves garlic finely chopped
½ medium onion and handful of cilantro
Salt to taste
Put tomatillos and peppers in a pan with 1 cup cold water, bring to a boil and simmer over low-medium heat for 15 minutes. Pour all ingredients into blender, add salt to taste, garlic and onion. A shot of tequila is also tasty. Puree until blended. Easy to triple.
I’ve played with this recipe, changing the chiles to Guajillo’s or fresh Serrano. Also added finely chopped white onion after the blender. Switch out the arbol for the Guajillo (2 big ones) for something different. I actually like the Guajillo. You can find these peppers in the Mexican spice section of the supermarket in plastic bags. Can also split the recipe in half and add an avocado to the blender for a creamy salsa.
Have a great June! See you at the Lake. - ed
