Area Events: Scouting get-together, Molalla River clean-up, O’Fest on tap

Scouting Get-Together: The new Cub Scout Pack forming in the area will have a “get acquainted” night on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 6 p.m. at the new Gervais Fire Station. This is for boys and girls in grades K-5th who are interested in joining the Cub Scouts. The newly reforming group has a Pack leader, but is in need of more adults and children to help make it viable. This Cub Scout Pack is for parents and children in the Gervais-Woodburn-North Marion areas.

Book Group: The Canby Public Library’s book group meets at 2 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month – September through June in the Magnolia Room. September’s meeting will be on Thursday, Sept. 17. The book to be discussed will be “Worthy Brown’s Daughter,” by Phillip Margolin.

Adult Watercolor Workshop: Learn basic watercolor techniques in this class and paint a series of mushrooms, taught by illustrator Jenna Lechner. In this 2-hour introductory workshop, attendees will learn about different types of: brushes, paper, and other painting supplies. This class is on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Canby Public Library. Registration is required.

Molalla River Clean-up: Molalla River Watch is planning its annual fall clean-up event, starting at Feyrer Park on Saturday, Sept. 19, beginning at 9 a.m. This 33rd edition of the clean-up is looking for volunteers who have a passion for the outdoors, Molalla River, or just keeping things clean. For more information, or to register, go to https://molallariverwatch.org/.

Paying For College: Molalla Public Library and Embold Credit Union will host a workshop to provide information on how students and parents can pay for college on Monday, Sept. 21, at 5:30 p.m. The workshop will go over student loans, FAFSA, and other options. For information, call 503-829-2593.

Spanish Poetry: A pair of Spanish poetry workshops will be held at the Mt. Angel Library on Thursday, Sept. 24. A children’s Spanish poetry workshop (ages 5-13) will be held at 5 p.m. A workshop for adults and teens will be held at 6 p.m. Join Oaxacaña poet Juan Cervantes to learn about poetry and write your own poem.

Gaming Adventure: Are you ready for adventure? Join a team of heroes to explore a world of magic and mystery using D&D. Pre-made characters available, no experience required, just show up on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 3 p.m. at the Mt. Angel Library for the tabletop gaming club. This program is for teens and adults.

Wine & Watercolor: The Woodburn Art Center will host a Wine & Watercolor Event on Friday, Sept. 25, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. This event is for ages 21+ and costs $45 per person. The art will focus on sunflower bouquet painting and is open to all experience levels. For more information or to sign up, call 503-982-6450 or go to woodburnartcenter.org.

Garlic Class: Join Kay Everts at the Canby Public Library’s Willamette Room on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 1 to 3 p.m. to learn when to plant, grow, and harvest garlic. This workshop will offer a look at the different varieties of garlic, how to cure and store it, and what to do with garlic scapes.

Auto Swap Meet: The Canby Auto Swap Meet will be held Saturday, Oct. 4, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clackamas County Event Center in Canby. $5 admission and is a fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House, Wounded Warrior Projects, Shriner’s, Gladstone Center for Children and Families. For more information on tickets or be a vendor, contact Call Carol Cripps at 503-658-4856 or email [email protected], or Larry Maynard 503-730-3897 oremail [email protected]

2026 Dahlia Festival: The 2026 Dahlia Festival will run through Sept. 30 at Swan Island Dahlias in Canby. The festival is open Wednesday through Sunday each week and offers free admission and parking. There will be live music on weekends, classes, fresh cut flowers, and more. And on top of that, nearly 50 acres of colorful fields, featuring more than 375 varieties of Dahlias.

Oktoberfest Is On: Mount Angel’s annual Oktoberfest celebration will be Thursday-Sunday, Sept. 17-20, in and around the city. In addition to food, beverages and plenty of entertainment, there will be a car show, a golf tournament, and more. For more information, go to https://oktoberfest.org/.

Apple Festival: The Molalla Heritage Apple Festival will be Saturday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Molalla Museum Complex (620 S. Molalla Ave). Hosted by the Molalla Area Historical Society, admission is free and features pioneer skill demonstrations, fresh apple cider, homemade pies, and museum tours.

FOBtoberfest Returns: The fairgrounds in Canby will hold FOBtoberfest on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 18-19. Dubbed “Clackamas County’s Oktoberfest Celebration,” the event features food, German beer, music, and more. Cost is $20 for ages 21+ with a ceramic stein and 2 pour tickets, $5 for ages 13+, and kids age 12 and under are free. For more information, or to buy tickets, go to https://clackamascountyfair.com/.

Music Memorabilia: Record Bonanza, Oregon’s oldest annual music memorabilia show, is back for its 43rd spin on the turntable. The annual music collectibles show will be Sunday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ackerman School, 350 SE 13th St., in Canby. Admission is $5 and the show offers music memorabilia of all kinds spanning nearly a century. From CDs, tapes, sheet music, albums, photographs, posters and more, the show offers plenty for music lovers. For more information, call Don Rogers at 503-651-2780.

St. Josef’s Grapestomping: The annual St. Josef’s Winery Grapestomping Festival will be Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 26-27 at the winery just outside Canby. The festival will feature German wines, an array of food and plenty of music – and the chance to stomp grapes, if you choose. Stomping happens 12:45 to 4:30 p.m. both days. For more information, go to https://stjosefswinery.com/st-josefs-winery-events/.

Harvest Festival: Fir Point Farms Harvest Festival will be held every weekend in October at 14601 Arndt Road in Aurora. With six acres of fun, the event includes a corn maze, cow train, giant slides, pumpkin walk, pumpkin painting, bounce houses, hay rides, nut house, paint ball glory, tire swings, nature trail path, pumpkin patch, petting zoo, fresh apple cider, apple cider donuts, food court, beer garden, caramel apples slices, the best ice cream in town, and an all fresh deli in the country store featuring home-made breads, cinnamon rolls, fresh breads, and grilled deli meats.

A Haunting Experience: The region’s No. 1 haunt returns with a full October of scares and frights in Aurora. Milburn’s Haunted Manor will once again be offering plenty of spooky action Friday-Sunday every weekend in October. The haunt opens Friday and Saturday, Oct. 2-3, then rolls Friday-Sunday, Oct. 9-11, then Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 15-18 and 22-25, then Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 29-31. Ranked the top haunted house four years in a row, Milburn’s opens at 7 p.m. each night. There will be multiple haunts to choose from, as well as a spooky pumpkin patch, photo booth, food and drinks and more. Info and tickets at https://www.milburnmanor.com/.

Canby Farmers Market: The Canby Farmers Market will be held Saturdays through October in downtown Canby on North Holly Street. Local farmers, hand crafters, food artisans and nurseries are all a part of this regional attraction. The market runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Molalla Saturday Market: The Molalla River Saturday Market will run through Sept. 27 every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Molalla Brewing Company at 180 Industrial Way in Molalla. The market will feature local fruit, vegetables, handmade soap, baked goods, crafts, and more.

Molalla Farmers Market: The Molalla Farmers Market runs year-round on Thursdays at 180 Industrial Way in Molalla. The market runs 3 to 7 p.m. each week. It will morph into the Winter Market on Oct. 9 and be held in the event center at Molalla River Brewing Center.

Aurora Farmers Market: The Aurora Farmers Market has returned to downtown Aurora on Main and Second Street. The market runs the first and third Saturday of each month through September from 4 to 8 p.m. The market will feature local products, baked goods and crafts and more. For more information, email to [email protected] or call 888-831-2044.