Special Parish Mission
St. Helen Catholic Church at 600 6th Avenue in Sweet Home, is having a special Parish Mission, “The Holy Eucharist: Shadows and Fulfillment,” from Sunday, Oct. 15 through Thursday, Oct. 19. Each evening from 7 p.m to 8 pm, a talk will be given by Fr. Ben Cameron of the Fathers of Mercy, on topics such as: “The Passover Lamb,” “The Manna,” “The Bread of the Presence,” and “The Eucharistic Sacrifice.” Confessions will be available at 6 p.m. and again after each talk. For more information, please see our website at sweethomecatholicchurch.com or call St. Helen’s Parish office at 541-367-2530.
Bunco Party
Oct. 21, P.E.O. Chapter DD will be hosting a Bunco Fundraiser at the Evangelical Church Gym from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. There will be snacks, a silent auction, and prizes. Admission is $20 and all proceeds will go toward providing scholarships for women. For more information, please contact Cynde at 541-401-2810.
Halloween Costume Run
Lebanon Downtown Association hosts a “Halloween Hustle” 5K run/walk on Saturday, Oct. 28, at 9 a.m. Dress in your favorite costume. Registration starts at 8 a.m. at the “Holiday Station” at Ralston Park. Entry fee is $15; first 50 registrants receive a free pair of Halloween socks. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes.
Lebanon’s Downtown Trick or Treat
Downtown trick-or-treating will be held Saturday, Oct. 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adults and children are invited to wear their best costumes and trick-or-treat the downtown corridor. A costume contest will be held at 1 p.m. at Strawberry Plaza.
Trunk or Treat
The Oregon Veterans Home invites children to its parking lot Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 3-5 p.m., 600 N 5th St. Event parking is available at Pioneer Elementary School.
Zombie Dodgeball
King’s Chapel will host Zombie Dodgeball on Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 8-9:30 p.m. at Lebanon High School’s big gym, 1700 S 5th St. The event for sixth thru 12th graders will be a safe space for teenagers to go during Halloween. There will also be a costume contest. For more information, call 541.252.6080, or visit kingslebanon.com.
Cash for Candy
Local dentist takes a stand against sweets this Halloween. Nov. 1, from 9 a.m – 4 p.m., Adam Kirkpatrick Family Dentistry, 270 South Main St, Dr Kirkpatrick will be buying candy for $3 a pound in hopes to reduce gingivitis and tooth decay.
Linn County Arts Guild
Nov. 1 – Dec. 24, 11 a.m – 5 p.m. Tues-Sat, many local artists offering handcrafted Linn County items at Sun Lane Stones in Lebanon.
Pawsome art show
Faithful Friends Animal Clinic presents its eighth annual pet-themed art show during the month of November, 185 N Santiam Hwy. The original works of art must be hang-ready and not exceed 20” x 24.” Entries must be submitted to the clinic by Nov. 1. No entry fee for youth; donations requested for adult entries. One entry per person. The public may vote for their favorite works; prizes will be awarded to the winners. Proceeds benefit Paws Assisting Veterans, a non-profit providing service dogs to veterans.
First Friday:
Chili Cook-Off
Lebanon Downtown Association’s First Friday event for Nov. 3 is a Chili Cook-Off from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at participating merchants in the downtown corridor.
Warm up with the best chili recipes from the community’s finest cooks. Even if you’re not competing, come and taste the delightful range of flavors. The night promises chili tasting from multiple contestants, special deals and offers from local businesses, live music and entertainment, a family-friendly atmosphere with activities for kids.
Holiday bazaar weekend in Lebanon
Chili Cook-Off: Friday, Nov. 3, from 5-8 p.m. Downtown merchants will be offering samples for a “chili cook-off.”
Bates Berry Farm: Thursday, Nov. 2, from 4-7 p.m, and Friday-Saturday, Nov. 3-4, from 9 a.m – 5 p.m. The Old Bates Berry Farm Barn will have handcrafted treasures and gifts, scented soy candles, antiques, collectibles and more. Located at 38021 Weirich Drive.
FISH Harvest Bazaar: Friday, Nov. 3, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. New Hope Church will host a harvest bazaar as a fundraiser for the local FISH. There will be multiple vendors, and a soup and pie luncheon. Located at Gore Road and Hwy 20.
Holiday Craft Bazaar: Friday-Saturday, Nov. 3-4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Santiam Place Event Hall hosts local crafters with handmade items, products, gifts and services. Located at 139 S Main St. Lebanon.
St. Edward Bazaar & Country Store: Friday, Nov. 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. St. Edward Catholic Church will host a bazaar with baked goods, holiday and home decor, crafts, and themed basket raffles. Lunch will be provided from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Located at 100 S Main St. Lebanon.
Holiday Craft Bazaar: Friday-Saturday, Nov. 3-4, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Gift baskets, baby quilts and lots of handcrafts will be for sale at 1787 South 12th St.
Holiday Bazaar: Friday, Nov. 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Christ Community Lutheran Church hosts 20-plus vendors and crafters. Handmade quilts and baked goods will also be for sale. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Located at 320 Market St.
Holiday Craft & Gift Fair: Friday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The River Center will host up to 40 vendors of crafts and gift items. Located at 3000 S Santiam Hwy.
Linn County Arts Guild: Nov. 1 to Dec. 24, Tuesday thru Saturday, 846 Main St.
Build Lebanon Trails Work Day
Nov. 4, from 9 -11 a.m., Build Lebanon Trails will hold a work day at Riverview Park. This work day will consist of clearing leaves from the West River Trail section. Volunteers will work on a variety of maintenance tasks, trail clearing, bench cleanups and trash pickup. Closed toe shoes, work gloves, and good apparel for working in the dirt and mud are recommended. For more information, visit buildlebanontrails.com/events or contact Rod Sell at 541.409.1302.