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Activities
Events Calendar
Summer
Festival
and Events Calendar for 2008
Leavenworth,
Washington
Summer
2008
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August
June Activities and Events in Leavenworth
June – GRUNEWALD GUILD SUMMER PROGRAM
The Guild’s 28th year of summer classes continues to explore the
relationship between art and faith. Choose from over 40 courses in a
wide variety of art--check the website for information.
LOCATION: Grunewald Guild, 19003 River Rd., Leavenworth
FEE: Varies – Contact for information
INFORMATION: 509-763-3693 www.artfaith.com
June Weekends- VILLAGE ART IN THE PARK
Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Open -air art show since 1965
Our season begins the first weekend in May and continues through the
middle of October. Come and enjoy the Bavarian Village and attend the
outdoor exhibit. Whether you are interested in purchasing art,
exhibiting, or a patron of the arts we welcome you to Leavenworth's
Village Art in the Park.
Location: Front Street Park by Gazebo
Information: 509-548-5809
www.villageartinthepark.org
June 3 Archeology of the Leavenworth Area
Photography presentation of historical sites in the Leavenworth and
Tumwater. Presented by Powys Gadd, U.S. Forest Service
Location: Upper Valley Museum
Time: 6:30 pm
Information: 509-548-0728
7 - Bavarian Bike & Brews Festival
IMBA Sanctioned XC Bike Race, a spectacular, rigorous 8.6 mile race
with 1,800 elevation gain per lap. A beer festival with many breweries
attending follows the race. www.dasradhaus.com
7- Leavenworth Wine Walk Sample Regional wines while strolling
through galleries.
Location: Throughout Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-5807
Click here to learn more
June 7 - Two night Leavenworth
Leavenworth Wine Walk Package
at the Icicle Inn!
Includes two nights lodging and Breakfast at the Icicle Inn, and two
tickets to the Leavenworth Wine Festival plus two Icicle Village
Resort wine glasses!
Starting at $409 for two
night package
Call 1-800-558-2438 to
make reservations
16 -- 6th Annual Cascade Golf Classic
A fundraising event to purchase a bone densitometer for Cascade
Medical Center. Everyone is welcome to be a community supporter for
healthcare by being a sponsor, player or volunteer.
Location: Leavenworth Golf Course
Fee: Sponsorship and/or player fee
Information: 509-548-2323 (Terry) www.cascademedicalcenter.org
15 Summer Ride Series
This summer join Stevens Pass and TRAIL, WA for a series of four
mountain bike rides in the Leavenworth area followed by apres food,
drinks and good times at local features restaurants
Cost: $20 includes annual membership and t-shirt
Information: www.trailwashington.org
June 17- Leavenworth Farmer's Market
Tuesdays
Time: 8AM to 1PM
(New location to be determined)
Through October (October date is weather dependent)
19 - 21 - Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration
Celebrate Accordion Music in it’s many forms: Jazz, popular,
classical, and much more. Enjoy this international Festival with
musicians from around the world. Parade, workshops, jam sessions and
evening performances. Visit www.accordioncelebration.com
21 Old Barn Tour
Tour all of the old barns, icehouses, milk houses and equipment in
the Icicle Valley, East Leavenworth and Chumstick Valley. Presented by
local historian Pat Stoudt and Anne Koenig, Program Chairman of the
Upper Valley Museum
Location: Upper Valley Museum
Time: 9:00 am
Information: 509-548-0728
27-28 The Wizard of Oz
Upper Valley Connection's 2008 Icicle Players Theater Camp
Location: Cascade High School
Cost: Donation
Information: 548-2168
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July Activities and Events in Leavenworth
July – Heritage Program, UPPER VALLEY MUSEUM AT LEAVENWORTH
Enjoy a monthly Heritage Program from the Upper Valley Museum at
Leavenworth.
INFORMATION: 509-548-0728 or www.uppervalleymuseum.com
July – GRUNEWALD GUILD SUMMER PROGRAM
The Guild’s 28th year of summer classes continues to explore the
relationship between art and faith. Choose from over 40 classes in a
wide variety of art--check the website for information.
LOCATION: Grunewald Guild, 19003 River Rd., Leavenworth
FEE: Varies – Contact for information
INFORMATION: 509-763-3693 www.artfaith.com
July Weekends- VILLAGE ART IN THE PARK
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Open -air art show since 1965
Our season begins the first weekend in May and continues through the
middle of October. Come and enjoy the Bavarian Village and attend the
outdoor exhibit. Whether you are interested in purchasing art,
exhibiting, or a patron of the arts we welcome you to Leavenworth's
Village Art in the Park.
Location: Front Street Park by Gazebo
Information: 509-548-5809
www.villageartinthepark.org
4 - Kinderfest & Fourth of July Celebration
A festival for families and and children in the pursuit of fun with lots
to see and do for everyone. Face painting, hands-on exhibits, giant
inflatable games and surprises. Free popcorn, snow cones, balloons and
beverages for all children.
Location: Front Street Park
Information: 509-548-5807
6-27 Chamber Music Institute and Festival
The 2008 Chamber Music Institute and Festival
Time: 7:30 pm
Information: (877) 265-6026 www.icicle.org
27 Blessing Animals
Pastor Roger Hudson of the Leavenworth Community Methodist Church will
perform for each animal. It will be a fun day for young and old with
free gifts with each blessing.
Information: 548-5619
Location: Evans and Summit
JULY Leavenworth Summer Theater--Sound of Music
July 4, 5, 11, 12, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 31 at 8 p.m.
Live, outdoors and under the stars . A Bavarian Village Classic
Location: Ski Hill Amphitheater
Ticket Price: $14, $22, $28 (infants under 5 are not admitted)
Information/Tickets: 509-548-2000 www.leavenworthsummertheater.org
July Leavenworth Summer Theater--Sugar
July 16, 18, 23, 25 at 8 pm
Live outdoors and under the Stars. Adapted from the hilarious screen
classic Some Like it Hot
Location: Hatchery Park Stage
Ticket Price $14, $22, $28 (infants and children under 5 are not
admitted)
Information/Tickets 509-548-2000 www.leavenworthsummertheater.org
July - Wenatchee Farmers Market
Thursday 'Mercado', Wenatchee
Methow park, Wenatchee
3pm to 7pm
July through October (dates to be determined)
July - Wenatchee Sundays Farmers Market
July through September
Time: 9AM-1PM
Location: Paring lot behind the Applewood Grill off Columbia Street (
New Location )
July - Leavenworth Market
Tuesdays
Time: 8AM to 1PM
(New location to be determined)
Through October (October date is weather dependent)
20 Summer Ride Series
This summer join Stevens Pass and TRAIL, WA for a series of four
mountain bike rides in the Leavenworth area followed by apres food,
drinks and good times at local features restaurants
Cost: $20 includes annual membership and t-shirt
Information: www.trailwashington.org
July 22 Annual Membership Dinner & Auction
Location: Upper Valley Museum, 347 Division
Time: 5:30 pm
Information: 509-548-0728
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July 30 Leavenworth Summer Theater--Kiss Me Kate
Winner of 5 Tony Awards
LOCATION: Festhalle, downtown Leavenworth
Ticket Price: $14, $22, $28 (infants and children under 5 are not
admitted)
Information/Tickets 509-548-2000 www.leavenworthsummertheater.org
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August
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August Activities and Events in Leavenworth
Aug.--ART IN THE PARK
Come and enjoy the longest running juried outdoor art show in the
Pacific NW.
LOCATION: Front Street Park by gazebo
TIME: 9am - 6pm Thursday - Sunday
Information: 509-548-5809
http://www.villageartinthepark.org/
Aug. – GRUNEWALD GUILD SUMMER PROGRAM
The Guild’s 28th year of summer classes continues to explore the
relationship between art and faith. Choose from over 40 classes in a
wide variety of art--check the website for information.
LOCATION: Grunewald Guild, 19003 River Rd., Leavenworth
FEE: Varies – Contact for information
INFORMATION: 509-763-3693 www.artfaith.com
Aug. Leavenworth Summer Theater--Sound of Music
August 2, 5, 8, 14, 16, 19, 22, 27, 30, 31 at 8 p.m
Live, Outdoors and Under the Stars at the Spectacular Ski Hill
Amphitheater. A Bavarian Village Classic.
Location: Ski Hill Amphitheater
Ticket Prices: $14, $22, $28. (Infants and children under 5 are not
admitted.)
Information/Tickets: 509.548.2000 :
www.leavenworthsummertheater.org
Aug. Leavenworth Summer Theater--Sugar
August 1, 6, 9, 12, 15, 20, 23, 29 at 8:00 p.m.
Live, Outdoors and Under the Stars. Adapted from the hilarious screen
classic Some Like It Hot
Location: Hatchery Park Stage
Ticket Prices: $14, $22, $28. (Infants and children under 5 are not
admitted.)
Information/Tickets: 509.548.2000
www.leavenworthsummertheater.org
Aug. Leavenworth Summer Theater--Kiss Me Kate
August 7, 13, 21, 26, 28 at 8:00 p.m.
August 2, 9, 16, 23 - 2:00 p.m. matinees
Winner of 5 Tony Awards – A Cole Porter Favorite!
Location: FestHalle, downtown Leavenworth
Ticket Prices: $14, $22, $28. (Infants and children under 5 are not
admitted.)
Information/Tickets: 509.548.2000
www.leavenworthsummertheater.org
Nutcracker Museum Tour
May 01, 2008 - October 31, 2008
Time: 2-5PM, Location: 735 Front Street, Fee: see website
Information: 509-548-4573
Displaying well over 5,000 nutcrackers originating from over 40
countries, the Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum is a definitely a place you
will want to visit.
www.nutcrackermuseum.com
Aug. - Wenatchee Farmers Market
Thursday 'Mercado', Wenatchee
Methow park, Wenatchee
3pm to 7pm
July through October (dates to be determined)
Aug. - Wenatchee Farmers Market
Sundays
Time: 9AM-1PM
Location: Paring lot behind the Applewood Grill off Columbia Street (
New Location )
July through September
Grunewald Guild
Through August 24, 2008
Location: 19003 River Rd., Leavenworth, Fee:Varies - Contact for
information
Information: 509-763-3693
The Guild's 28th year of summer classes continues to explore the
relationship between art and faith. Offerings include painting,
ceramics, weaving and printmaking.
www.artfaith.com
Tuesdays Farmers Market
Through October 10, 2008
Time: 8AM-1PM, Location: Lions Club Park on Hwy 2
Information: 509-668-0497
Tuesday Farmers Market from June through October featuring fresh local
produce and fruit.
Winemakers Salmon Bake with Wedge Mountain Winery
August 01, 2008
Time: 6:30PM, Location: Icicle Village Resort, 535 US Highway 2
Information: 1-800-558-2438 or 509-548-7000
Reservations: Y
14th Annual Acoustic Music Festival
August 02, 2008
Time: 12-7PM, Location: Waterfront Park, Leavenworth, Fee: Free
Information: 509-548-7374
Guest Emcee, Rocci Hildum.
Music by: Michael Carlos Band, Deb Seymour and the Debonairs, Jean Mann,
Linda Waterfall, Off the Grid Band, Charlotte Thistle, Hi Strung
Bluegrass Band.
www.leavenworthcoffeehouse.org
Ron Lovell at A Book for All Seasons
August 02, 2008
Time: 1:00 - 3:00PM, Location: 703 Highway 2, Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-1451
The next installment of the Martindale mystery series to when he arrives
with “Yaquina White” .
www.abookforallseasons.com
Annual Action and Dinner for Trout Unlimited
August 02, 2008
Location: Enzian Inn
Information: 509-548-7662, Reservations: Y
27th Annual Dinner with proceeds going to conservation projects. Our
Banquet is a big fundraiser and a limited number of tickets are
available. Please contact Dennis McMahon at 509-548-7526 or Bob Stroup
at number above.
Robert Wells at A Book For All Seasons
August 03, 2008
Time: 1:00-3:00pm, Location: 703 Highway 2, Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-1451
Children’s author, Robert Wells, will be at A Book for All Seasons with
his popular concept books that make learning fun! Titles such as “What’s
Faster Than a Speeding Cheetah” and “How Do you Lift a Lion?” and “Can
You Count to a Googol” will be on hand. A great chance to chat with a
fascinating LOCAL author!
www.abookforallseasons.com
Salmon-chanted Evening
August 05, 2008
Time: 5:30PM to 8:30PM, Fee: $25 person
Information: 509-548-6662, Reservations: Y
An enchanted evening of smoked salmon, local wines, hors d'oeuvres, live
music, and time to stroll the garden paths.
Live Music "Dub Lounge" at the Munchen Haus
August 09, 2008
Time: 6-9PM, Location: 709 Front Street
A Seattle based reggae band.
Icicle Creek Theatre Festival "Charm"
August 09 & 10, 2008
Time: 2PM, Location: 7409 Icicle Road
Information: 656-250-2271
www.iciclecreekact.com
Jennifer Braddbury book signing at A Book for All
August 10, 2008
Time: 1-3PM, Location: 703 Highway 2, Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-1451
Author of exciting new young adult book, "Shift" joins A Book for All
Seasons.
Icicle Creek Theatre Festival "Kingdom of Dust"
August 10, 2008
Time: 2PM, Location: 7409 Icicle Road
Information: 646-250-2271
www.iciclecreekact.com
Janet Lee Carey at A Book for All Seasons
August 13, 2008
Time: 1-3PM, Location: 703 Highway 2, Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-1451
Award-winning author Comes to A Book for All Seasons with her latest
book, Dragon's Keep.
Artist comes to A Book for All Seasons
August 14, 2008
Time: 1-3PM, Location: 703 Highway 2, Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-1451
A Book for All Seasons welcome fine artist Jesse Joshua Watson with his
latest work, illustrations from G. Neri's critically acclaimed book,
Chess Rumble.
Rockin Rick at Munchen Haus
August 15, 2008 - August 17, 2008
Time: Fri 12-8PM, Sat 11AM, Location: 709 Front Street
Accordion and Keyboard playing.
Leavenworth Mechanical Music Festival
August 15, 2008 - August 17, 2008
Time: 15th: 12-7; 16th: 9-7; 17th 9-4
Location: Downtown Leavenworth
Information: 206-226-3918
The event will feature performances of Band Organs, Street Organs,
Calliopes, Music boxes, and a Player Piano. Times 15th:12-7; 16th 9-7;
17th 9-4
bandjrest@worldnet.att.net
The Plain Valley Moonlight Music Fest
August 16, 2008
Time: 7-10PM, Location: 18636 Beaver Valley Road
Information: 509-763-3836
"A fundraiser for our firefighters!"
Aug.
17 Summer Ride Series
This summer join Stevens Pass and TRAIL, WA for a series of four
mountain bike rides in the Leavenworth area followed by apres food,
drinks and good times at local features restaurants
Cost: $20 includes annual membership and t-shirt
Information: www.trailwashington.org
23 Leavenworth Wine Tasting Festival
Sponsored by the Cascade Foothills Farmland Association. Enjoy tasting
the wines of premier Washington State vineyards while browsing art
booths and listening to great live music. Admission includes 10 tokens
and a commemorative wine glass and "Pearl Jango" concert at 6PM.
Time: 12-7PM, Location: 7375 Icicle Road, Leavenworth
Fee: $25 per person or $40 per couple
Information: 509-548-6784
Location: Sleeping Lady Mountain Retreat 7375 Icicle Rd
Information: 509-548-4196 or
www.visitwashingtonfarms.com
August 23 - Two night
Leavenworth Wine Tasting Festival
Package at the Icicle Inn!
Includes two nights lodging and Breakfast at the Icicle Inn, and two
tickets to the Leavenworth Wine Festival plus two Icicle Village
Resort wine glasses!
Starting at $409 for two
night package
Call
1-800-558-2438 to make reservations
Live Music "Chumstick Liberation Front" at Munchen Haus
August 23, 2008
Time: 6-9PM, Location: 709 Front Street
Local band.
A Taste for Wine and Words
August 23, 2008
Time: 7-8PM, Fee: $5 or $7.50 per couple
Information: 509-548-1451, Reservations: Y
Gart Stein, author of Art of Racing in the Rain, will be the guest for a
Taste for Wine and Words. Light hors d'oeuvres, fine wine and relaxed
conversation.
Garth Stein at A Book for All Seasons
August 23, 2008
Time: 1-3PM, Location: 703 Highway 2, Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-1451
A Book for All Seasons is exited to welcome Garth Stein, author of the
best-selling book, Art of Racing in the Rain. The Wenatchee Valley
Humane Society will be on-hand with dogs for adoption. Adopt your own
Enzo!
Rockin Rick at Munchen Haus
August 29, 2008 - August 31, 2008
Time: Fri 12-8PM, Sat 11AM, Location: 709 Front Street
Accordion and Keyboard playing.
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