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SUNDAYS
Knit Club at Cast One On, every third Sunday. Crocheters, spinners and knitters of all levels welcome. Bring in your current projects for show and tell. 3-5 PM. 503-622-0105.
Artist/Crafter Market at Skyway Bar and Grill. Local painters, jewelers, leather crafters and musicians gather to exchange techniques and meet with customers. 3 PM. 503-622-3775
Pool Tournament at the Brightwood Tavern, 3 PM. 503-622-1568
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
Govy Yoga with Katrina Cantu at Mt Hood Cultural Center & Museum at 6 PM. 503-318-0901
THIRD TUESDAY EACH MONTH
Wy'East Book Club at Wy'East Book Shoppe & Art Gallery. 7 PM, 503-622-1623
TUESDAYS
Prime Rib Tuesday in the Altitude Restaurant at The Resort at the Mountain. Only $17.95 for a 12 oz cut with salad, mashed potatoes, veggies and au jus. 503-622-2214 for reservations.
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
Line Dancing at Mt. Hood Village Resort Evergreen Room, 10 AM Everyone welcome.
WEDNESDAYS
Zigzag Yoga with Sue Allen, Evergreen Park Building, (next to Post Office), 9-10:15 AM, Info: 503-622-3611, sueallen@easystreet.net
THURSDAYS
Open Music Jam at Skyway Bar and Grill. 9 PM, 503-622-3775
Meditation Gathering (with Adyashanti), first Thursday of the month. Call Jeannine at 503-622-6387 for info.
MONDAY thru THURSDAYS
1/2 Price Appetizers at Still Creek Inn, 4-6 PM. 503-622-4618
1/2 Price Sandwiches and Appetizers at The Rendezvous Grill & Tap Room, 4-6 PM. 503-622-6837
FRIDAYS
Wine Tasting at Andrea's Wine Gallery, Rendezvous Center in Welches. 5-7 PM every other Friday. 503-927-5207.
Bingo at the Mt Hood Lyon's Club. Progressive black-out jackpot, snack bar, non-smoking. Adults only. Doors open at 6:30 PM, games start at 7 PM. 503-622-4111.
SATURDAYS
Meet the Author at Wy’East Book Shoppe and Art Gallery. 503-622-1623.
Learn to Ski Race at Mt Hood SkiBowl. Session 1: December 5, 12, 19. Session 2: December 28, 29, 30. Session 3: January 9, 16, 23.
FRIDAYS & SUNDAYS
Guided Snowshoe Walk on the Glade Trail with a US Forest Ranger. Snowshoe the old route of the Ski-way Tram on the Glade Trail in Government Camp. Trip is approximately 3.5 miles round trip and travels though a pristine forested setting and eventually the tree line. Topics discussed include Government Camp History, winter ecology, geology, Mount Hood History, the Barlow Road, and More! Meet outside the Mount Hood Cultural Center and Museum. 10 AM
Guided Snowshoe Walk at Trillium Lake with a US Forest Ranger. Join a U.S. Forest Service Ranger for a guided snowshoe walk to Trillium Lake. Trip is approximately 3 miles and offers wonderful views of Mount Hood. Topics include winter ecology, local history, geology, Mount Hood History, Barlow Road, and More! Meet at Trillium Lake Sno-Park, 2.5 miles East of Timberline Road off of Highway 26. 10 AM.
YEAR-ROUND
Fiber Arts Workshops. Enjoy art and craft instruction in a beautiful Mt. Hood Community located in the Village of Government Camp, taught in former US Forest Service residences. Lodging, restaurants, skiing and recreation nearby. 2-day Workshops. Event Hours: Varies, call or visit website for more information and for reservation requirements. Arts Cabins Project, Village of Government Camp. 503-272-3525 or 503-272-3301
Visit Mt Hood Museum & Cultural Center, located in beautiful Government Camp, is a great place to find out more about the history of Mt. Hood and surrounding areas. For more information, contact the museum at 503-272-3301. Summer hours: Daily, 10 AM - 5 PM; Winter hours: Thursday - Sunday 10 AM - 5 PM
DECEMBER 1, 2009 - MARCH 31, 2010
Windells Camp Open Skate. Visiting the mountain, bring your family and ride Mt. Hood's only indoor skate park and see where the pros train. Windells private skate park is open for public use; ramps, foam pit and super trampoline for starters. Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian for first visit and liability waiver. Please check the website for date and time exclusions. Friday, 5-10 PM; Saturday, 9-5 PM; Sunday, 9-5 PM.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 31
Free Fly Tying Party at
The Fly Fishing Shop. Innovative northwest steelhead, salmon, and angler Charles St. Pierre has created several unique series of steelhead/salmon flies using a blend of natural and synthetic fly tying materials that combines a large silhouette with amazing lifelike action. Charles is much sought after as a spey casting instructor, and a member of the Sage pro staff. He is a regular celebrity instructor at the popular Alaska West Lodge. Charles is also one of the most successful fly designers for the Solitude Fly Company. 1-5 PM.
Teacup Classic Cross Country Ski Races. 26th annual 2.5 K race for kids 8 & under, 5 K and 15 K races. All levels of racers and spectators are welcome. Arrive by 9 AM for 10:30 AM race start.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1
Comedy Night at the Whistle Stop Bar & Grill.
THURSDAY - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4-7
Oregon 4-Way Championships at
Mt Hood SkiBowl. The Oregon 4-Way Championship includes Nordic jumping, a classic cross country race, GS and SL for Mitey Mite racers. Sign up online or come out to watch.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5-7
Super Bowl Weekend. Stay in a Mt Hood Vacation Rental for Super Bowl Weekend and Sunday night is only 1/2 price. Add Monday for FREE. And we will throw in the popcorn and pizza for the Super Bowl. Go Saints or Go Colts?
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6
Music in the Market at
Timberline's Wy'East Day Lodge. Bob Voll is no stranger to the mountain. He leads one of the area’s most popular bands, “Too Loose” who cover an amazing array of popular songs from the 70’s, 80‘s, and 90’s, right up to current radio favorites. Most of all, Bob is a consummate guitar player who will entertain you with his showmanship, and great guitar licks. Get ready to chime in on a few sing alongs too!
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7
Women's Ski & Snowboard Clinic at
Mt Hood Meadows.
Fusion Series Slope Style at Timberline Ski Area. The Fusion series will rock with multiple events, prizes and over 200 participants. Six-week series alternating between Timberline and Mt Hood SkiBowl.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12-21
Washington Winter Break. Make your reservation for a Mt Hood Vacation Rental for a fun winter ski or snowboard vacation during the best month for snow conditions.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12
Friday Night Features Olymptricks at
Timberline. Don’t miss this fun, open format jam session held under the lights just behind the Daylodge. At each night jam, held once per month, we’re building you a new venue filled with unique park features and courses, throwing a party in it, and then burning it to the ground! (o.k., we’re not actually burning it to the ground, but you get the picture… it’s gonna be a good time).
Wine Tasting at Andrea's Wine Gallery. Taste wines that are perfect for Valentine's Day.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13
Music in the Market at
Timberline's Wy'East Day Lodge. Look out and get ready for TapWater!! Don’t miss this high energy jam band bringing you a spirited and spontaneous collection of music with global influences including reggae, roots, and bluegrass music. All rolled into one sound, they call it “world twang.” This is fun music, perfect for a bit of a boisterous après-ski celebration.
1st Annual Crab Feed at Mt Hood RV Village. Live music by Celtic Pride. This lively fundraising event is presented by the Hoodland Women's Club which supports the Villages of Mt Hood through scholarships, volunteerism and assistance to the local community. Bring the whole family! No host bar. Tickets are $20 and are available at Wy'east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, Clackamas County Bank, Welches Liquor Store and at the door. 5:30 PM. For more information, call Ann Holbrook at 503-622-5951.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14
Telemark Ski Clinic at
Mt Hood Meadows.
Fusion Series Giant Slalom at Mt Hood SkiBowl. The Fusion series will rock with multiple events, prizes and over 200 participants. Six-week series alternating between Timberline and Mt Hood SkiBowl.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16
Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday at The Rendezvous Grill & Tap Room. Kathryn's Cajun Buffet and music by Bodacious. RSVP required.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Music in the Market at
Timberline's Wy'East Day Lodge. Bob Voll is no stranger to the mountain. He leads one of the area’s most popular bands, “Too Loose” who cover an amazing array of popular songs from the 70’s, 80‘s, and 90’s, right up to current radio favorites. Most of all, Bob is a consummate guitar player who will entertain you with his showmanship, and great guitar licks. Get ready to chime in on a few sing alongs too!
Nymph Fishing, a workshop with Rick Hafele and Dave Hughes at the Fly Fishing Shop. Rick covers nymph rigging and tactics to suit all of the situations you might ever encounter in nymphing: on streams and rivers, spring creeks and tailwaters, lakes and ponds. Learn to choose the right rig, and fish the right method, to catch trout from whatever water you find yourself fishing. Dave covers nymph pattern selection, with emphasis on an essential box of searching nymphs, another of imitative nymphs, and a third for stillwater situations. You'll learn about the insects and other trout foods that nymphs imitate. You'll learn to select the right nymph, or pair of them, to suit the situation and please the trout. 10 AM - 4 PM.
ABC Auction for Welches School. Free event with 100's of great items. Southern-style dinner with BBQ ribs and jambalaya for $10. Silent auction, 5-7 PM, Live auction, 7 PM. 503-622-0294.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Fusion Series J Turn at
Timberline Ski Area. The Fusion series will rock with multiple events, prizes and over 200 participants. Six-week series alternating between Timberline and Mt Hood SkiBowl.
Third Annual Chili Cook-off at the Whistle Stop Bar & Grill. 503-622-3440
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Tubbs Romp to Stomp out Breast Cancer Snowshoe Series at White River West Sno-park. 3k or 5k snowshoe walk or 3k snowshoe race that benefits the Oregon/SW Washington Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. This beginner & family friendly event is a great way to beat the winter doldrums, get out snowshoeing, and support a fantastic cause.
Music in the Market at Timberline's Wy'East Day Lodge. Fronted by the dynamic Sunny Andersen, Carlyle is a trio rich with percussion, guitar, and intrinsic harmonies, performing an eclectic mix of rock, indy, folk, and nearly everything in between. Expect excellent takes on songs from CSN to Johnny Cash to Alanis Morissette. A great live band with successful recordings also, including one voted “Best Song on the #1 compilation CD of 2008”.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28
Fusion Series Speed Trap at
Mt Hood SkiBowl. The Fusion series will rock with multiple events, prizes and over 200 participants. Six-week series alternating between Timberline and Mt Hood SkiBowl.
MONDAY, MARCH 1 - MONDAY, MAY 31
Around Mt Hood & More Exhibition of Sue Allen Studios Screenprint Art at Cafe Aria. Reception, March 12, 6:30 - 8:00 PM.
SATURDAY, MARCH 6
Music in the Market at
Timberline's Wy'East Day Lodge. Stevi Marie and Jackson Road: Americana music at its best, young Stevi serves up her original country songs with fine musicianship and a skilled and honest delivery. Stevi can rock it, twang it, or belt out a sweet ballad. Fans of contemporary, traditional, and even alt country will love Stevi Marie and Jackson Road! She’s the real deal.
Ski the Glade Trail benefit for the Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum. Annually on the first Saturday of March, by special permit from the Mt. Hood National Forest , the Glade Trail is opened and groomed for this living history event. This full day event is a chance to experience a historical way of skiing on Mt. Hood . Skiers are shuttled to Timberline Lodge by bus, escorted down the 3.0 mile trail to Government Camp by local guides and the Mt. Hood Ski Patrol. Lunch, Apre’s ski party and prizes are included in this unique fundraiser. Participation is limited. Reserve tickets by calling 503-272-3301.
SUNDAY, MARCH 7
Women's Ski & Snowboard Clinic at
Mt Hood Meadows.
Free Fly Tying Party at The Fly Fishing Shop. "Tying Saltwater Streamers (for bluewater fishing)". Learn to tie: Deep Eyed Minnows & Epoxy Head Baitfish!
This program centers on flies that work in the Sea of Cortez & Mexican Pacific Coast. The demonstrations by Mark Bachmann are best suited for experienced tiers. Instructional demonstrations with big-screen TV in a custom made fly tying room with perfect lighting and special teaching aides are provided for free.
Please bring your own tools & materials, or purchase them from our well-stocked inventory. 1 - 5 PM.
Fusion Series Boarder & Skier X at Timberline Ski Area. The Fusion series will rock with multiple events, prizes and over 200 participants. Six-week series alternating between Timberline and Mt Hood SkiBowl.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, MARCH 12-14
Sue Allen Studio Sale: come visit, see new work, enjoy the mountain. 20% off Sue's artwork.
FRIDAY, MARCH 12
Friday Night Features Olymptricks at
Timberline. Don’t miss this fun, open format jam session held under the lights just behind the Daylodge. At each night jam, held once per month, we’re building you a new venue filled with unique park features and courses, throwing a party in it, and then burning it to the ground! (o.k., we’re not actually burning it to the ground, but you get the picture… it’s gonna be a good time).
SATURDAY, MARCH 13
Music in the Market at
Timberline's Wy'East Day Lodge. The Ben Bonham Trio serves up a high energy mix of delta blues, ragtime, and swing music with a distinctive touch of humor and wit. Ben particularly knows how to get your foot stompin’ to his steel guitar licks.
SUNDAY, MARCH 14
Telemark Ski Clinic at
Mt Hood Meadows.
Fusion Series Obstacle Course at Mt Hood SkiBowl. The Fusion series will rock with multiple events, prizes and over 200 participants. Six-week series alternating between Timberline and Mt Hood SkiBowl.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, MARCH 19-28
Oregon Spring Break. Make your reservations now for fun spring skiing and riding while staying in a Mt Hood Vacation Rental.
FRIDAY - SATURDAY, MARCH 19-20
Hope on the Slopes at
Mt Hood SkiBowl. Vertical Challenge for the American Cancer Society. Get your team ready now.
SATURDAY, MARCH 20
Suds on the Slopes at
Mt Hood SkiBowl. Micro brews, pond skimming, rail jam, live music and more!
SATURDAY - SUNDAY, MARCH 20-28
Spring Splash at
Mt Hood Meadows. Contests, games, entertainment and daily chances to win spring passes.
SUNDAY, MARCH 21
Northwest Ski & Snowboard Demo Tour at
Mt Hood Meadows. Come to one demo to try out all the manufacturers all in one day for free!
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, MARCH 26 - APRIL 4
Washington Spring Break. Make your reservations now for fun spring skiing and riding while staying in a Mt Hood Vacation Rental.
SATURDAY, APRIL 10
Sustainability Day at
Mt Hood Meadows. Earth friendly celebration bringing together organizations concerned about environmental and earth-focused matters.
SUNDAY, APRIL 11
Free Fly Tying Party at
The Fly Fishing Shop. "Tying Nymphs For Lakes". This program is for new tiers and experienced tiers alike. Instructional demonstrations with big-screen TV, and all tying materials & hooks are free. A custom made fly tying room with perfect lighting and special teaching aides are provided. You get to keep all the flies you tie. Please bring your own tools & tying thread if you have them. If you don't have them, we will provide them.
1 - 5 PM.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, APRIL 24-25
Sno-Kona Pond Skim at
Mt Hood Meadows. Presented by Kona Brewing and All About Hawaii Travel. Skiers and snowboarders “skim” across a water-filled pond right in front of the base area deck. Best judged skimmer wins a trip for two to Hawaii! (Event may be held on either Saturday or Sunday depending on weather.)
SUNDAY, MAY 2
Free Fly Tying Party at
The Fly Fishing Shop. "Tying for the Salmon Fly Hatch (all stages)”. This program is for new tiers and experienced tiers alike. Instructional demonstrations with big-screen TV, and all tying materials & hooks are free. A custom made fly tying room with perfect lighting and special teaching aides are provided. You get to keep all the flies you tie. Please bring your own tools & tying thread if you have them. If you don't have them, we will provide them. 1 - 5 PM.
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