Local summer markets are heating up.

With summer on the horizon, spring still has plenty of fun happening locally

Canby Farmers Market up and rolling each Saturday
CANBY: The Canby Farmers Market is open through October every Saturday on North Holly Street, between NW 2nd Avenue and NW 4th Avenue in Canby.

The market opens at 10 a.m. and runs until about 2 p.m. each Saturday. Canby Farmers Market offers all the flavors of the regional agricultural community. Local farmers, hand crafters, food artisans and nurseries are all a part of this regional attraction. There is also live music on-site.

More information is available on Facebook and Instagram.

Molalla’s Summer Market set to open end of May
MOLALLA: The 2025 Molalla Summer Market returns on Thursday, May 29. The market meets every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. through Sept. 25, providing vendors with flowers, fish, eggs, lamb, fruit, honey, baked goods and more, including children’s activities, at the Molalla River Brewing Company, 180 Industrial Way.

More information is available on Instagram and Facebook.

First Thursday event ready for June evening
CANBY: First Thursday Night Market will be on Thursday, June 5, from 5 to 8 p.m. in the city’s downtown area.

The market occurs the first Thursday of each month to allow local businesses the chance to showcase their offerings with specials and deals, giveaways and more.

For more information, contact Tyler Nizer at the City of Canby at nizert@canbyoregon.gov.

Vale of Dunrose calls to local Ren Faire fans
CANBY: The Oregon Renaissance Faire returns to the fairgrounds in Canby with an expanded line-up – every weekend in June.

The fair will run Saturday and Sunday, June 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, and 28-29, with a different theme for each weekend.

For more information, go to www.oregonfaire.com.

Spend a day dialing into Emma Giesy history
AURORA: Emma Day with Jane Kirkpatrick will be on Saturday, June 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Old Aurora Colony Museum.

Enjoy a delightful day celebrating Emma Wagner Giesy with a special presentation by Jane Kirkpatrick, “Emma: Temporary Terrible Times”, book signing, tea luncheon by Granny Fi’s, and a fashion show, “100 Years of Hems,” from the costume department of Fort Vancouver NHS.

Tickets are available at https://auroracolonymuseum.square.site.

‘Friends’ slate annual book sale for mid-June
CANBY: The Friends of the Canby Public Library Book Garden bookstore will have its annual Summer Book Sale on the Patio with ice cream on Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Molalla’s Music in the Park opens on June 17
MOLALLA: This year’s Music in the Park summer series in Molalla will be held on Tuesdays, June 17, July 8, 22 and 26, from 6 to 7 p.m. in Fox Park.

The event is free and there will be no food available at the event.

Musical guests will be: June 17 – Trent Beaver, July 8 – Keenon Tichrob, July 22 – Mark Seymour & Friends, July 29 – Timothy James.

Summer reading program kicks off in Woodburn
WOODBURN: The Woodburn Public Library will hold its Summer Reading Kick-Off Party on Friday, June 20, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Those interested can sign up for summer reading, receive a free book and start to read for prizes. The event will feature the magic of Set Howard at 3 p.m., as well as face painting, games and more.

For more information, call 503-982-5259.

Backyard, patio tour ready for Canby run
CANBY: The Great Backyard Garden and Patio Tour will be Saturday, June 21, through The Friends of the Canby Public Library. Tour local backyards and patios in the Canby area.

For more information, email to canbyfol@gmail.com. Tickets are $25 and are now on sale. The ticket is also good for $2 off a pint at the Canby Beer Library.

Allegro sets spring recital with airline vibe
CANBY: Allegro Dance Studio will hold its spring recital Thursday-Saturday, June 19-21 at the Richard R. Brown Fine Arts Center in Canby. “Allegro Airlines” will run from 7 to 8 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and from 1 to 2 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. on Saturday.

For tickets, go to tututix.com or email to info@allegrodancer.com.

Woodburn Library plans slate of fun events
WOODBURN: The Woodburn Public Library will hold Summer Adventures over five Fridays this summer. The action will begin at 3 p.m. and begin on June 27 with Outdoor Games.

Other events will be July 11 (outdoor paint party), July 18 (campout activities), July 25 (Museum of Natural and Culture History: Powerplay), and Aug. 1 (Interactive movie: Monsters, Inc.).

For more information, call 503-982-5259.

Reunion plans in the works for WHS class of ‘80
WOODBURN: The Woodburn High School class of 1980 is planning its 45th reunion for Aug. 2 and is looking for more alumni who’d like to attend.

As in the past, the class of ‘80 will open up its event to the classes it was in high school with, so WHS alums from the classes of 77-79 and 81-83 are invited to attend as well. The event will begin about 4 p.m. at a place to be determined later.

For more information, contact John Baker at bakeratthecon@gmail.com or check the Facebook page “WHS class of 80 – 45th reunion.”

Molalla graduates set 50th reunion for August
MOLALLA: The Molalla Union High School class of 1975 will hold a 50th reunion on Sunday, Aug. 17, in the afternoon at Ringo Pond, a private park.

The park is located on Beavercreek Road.

For more information, contact Larry Hansen at 971-235-0049. There is also a Facebook page at “MUHS Class of 75.”

Harefest ready to bring the tribute band thunder
CANBY: Harefest, the “Mother of all Tribute Festivals,” returns to Canby’s fairgrounds July 17-19.

This year’s tribute band festival will feature 24 tribute bands on two stages, along with food, onsite camping, and a party atmosphere that will celebrate timeless music. Tribute bands will perform as Heart, Fleetwood Mac, Def Leppard, KISS, ABBA, Eagles and more.

To learn more, or for ticket information, go to harefest.com.

Timbers supporters’ group ready for meet-ups
CANBY: The Portland Timbers supporters group gather to watch every game, home or away, at the F.O.B. Tap Room in Canby, 1109 SW 1st Ave. in Canby. The Timbers Army Clackamas County Frogmen meet in Canby to root for the Timbers and invite Timbers fans from the area are invited to stop by and join the fun.

Mondays offer anime and manga at Woodburn Library
WOODBURN: Every Monday at 4 p.m., the Woodburn Public Library offers an anime watch party. If you’re a fan of anime, manga or Japanese pop culture, you’re invited to drop in, talk about your favorites, watch some anime, meet new people, and work on fun projects.

This program is for teens ages 13-18.

Tabletop gaming keep dice rolling at Canby Library
CANBY: Canby Public Library offers tabletop gaming the second and fourth Saturdays of each month from noon to 4 p.m.

No experience is needed to play. The gaming is for ages 13-18.

Woodburn Library offers D&D fun each month
WOODBURN: Woodburn Public Library hosts a Dungeons & Dragons gaming session the last Tuesday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. at the library

The game play is open to teens ages 13-18 and is open to new and experienced players.

D&D play returns twice a month at Canby Library
CANBY: Dungeons and Dragons game play will be held the first and third Saturday of each month at the Canby Public Library, beginning at noon.

Game play is for ages 13-18 in the Teen Room.

Woodburn Meals on Wheels program seeks volunteers
WOODBURN: The Northwest Senior and Disability Services is accepting volunteers for its Woodburn-based Meals on Wheels program.

Volunteers serve nutritious food to the community’s older citizens. It’s an opportunity to help the community, connect with others and be a friendly, familiar face.

For more information, call 503-967-1849.