Hood River County Fruit Loop
September 2009
Events Calendar
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The Gorge White House
September 4-6

Labor Day Wine Event at The Gorge White House.  Stop in and enjoy your favorite Columbia Gorge Wine!

September 6

Artist Reception for David Burbach, Photographer. 1-3 in the afternoon.  David's solo exhibit, "Yin Yang" are recent photographic works done in the traditional. Platinum-Palladium photography examining the dichotomy of light and dark.  No admission charge.  Visit our website at www.thegorgewhitehouse.com or call 541-386-2828 for more information
More information about The Gorge White House

   
Apple Valley's Labor Day Peach Celebration and Country BBQ
September 5-7
Fresh baked peach pies, cobblers, and crisps. Country BBQ serving cherry-wood smoked ribs, pulled pork and chicken sandwiches, all served with pear coleslaw and cider baked beans. Peach milkshakes, turnovers, and more. Be sure to sample our 50+ varieties of jam including our Peach Habanero pepper jelly! Call 541-386-1971.
More information about Apple Valley Country Store and Bakery
Family Fun on the Farm at
Draper Girls Country Farm

September 7–30
Bring the family out to the farm. September brings our biggest selection of fruit for picking. We have peaches, nectarines, plums, pears, raspberries, and many kinds of apples. Enjoy our fresh, non-pasteurized apple cider as you walk around the farm and visit the animals.Visit www.drapergirlscountryfarm.com or call 541-352-6625.
More information about Draper Girls Country Farm
Draper Girls Country Farm
KnitKit.com Designer Felted Bag Show at Foothills Yarn & Fiber
September 11-27
Come see thse fabulous felted bags and purses designed by janet Scanlon of Sixes, Oregon  Knit one up to be your constant companion. Come see these stylish yet practical totes knit from some of our favorite Brown Sheep Company yarn.  And, meet our alpacas and their newest babies.  Call 541-354-3542 for more information .
More information about Cascade Alpacas and Foothills Yarn & Fiber

Vino and Fido at

Wy'East Vineyards

September 12
You don't have to bring a dog to have fun with our furry friends on our scenic patio. Relax with a glass of wine while watching tail-wagging fun including doggie diving and a treasure hunt.  This is a benefit for Adopt-A-Dog, a volunteer organization that has placed dozens of pets in good homes.  Free admission
For more information about Wy'East Vineyards
 
 
Hood River County Fruit Loop Pear Celebration
September 19-20
Bring a fiend, family and have fun at our celebrationa t the peak of pear harvest.  Check out many varieties of locally grown fresh pears, pear desserts, pear wine, live music, BBQ, lavender farms, alpaca babies & more.  many farms feature picnic areas.  For information visit  our website for our Fruit Loop map or call 541-386-7697.
More information about the Hood River Pear Celebration

2nd Annual Pear Tail Gate Party at

Alice's Orchard

September 19-20
Ducks vs Beavers!  Kick off the season right by stopping by to u-pick apples and pears, enjoy a 'tail gate' lunch with sports egg and/or treasure hunt for kids.*  Anyone sporting U of O or OSU clothing gets a fruity SURPRISE! *See website for more information.
For more information about Alice's Orchard
 

Cody Orchards Pear Affair

September 19-20
Pear-apple cider, pear, cheese and wine tasting, pear desserts, hay rides, pear art, and pear recipes.
For more information about Cody Orchards Farm Stant
 
Annual Desserts Galore!
at Kiyokawa Family Orchards

September 19-20
This is one you don’t want to miss! A spread of delectable desserts made by local bakers with our finest apples, pears, and peaches. Take home recipes and make a sweet creation of your own! Spend the day with a picnic, orchard tours, hay wagon rides, and lots of family fun!
For more information about Kiyokawa Family Orchards & Fruit Stand