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Methow Valley May Events May
  • May 10 - Saturday     Growing -- the Basics   Learn how to become a successful gardener at Local 98856 from 11am-12:30pm. First in a series. $10. Call 997-0978 for more information.

  • May 10 - Saturday     Jim Page Concert   7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Cost: $10. For more information, call Sue at (509)923-2391.

  • May 10 - Saturday     49ers Celebration   Downtown Winthrop: 10am: Gunfighting skits and country swing dancing on main street. 11am Parade. 12 noon western games, demonstrations & music. For more information, see the website. In the Park: 12 noon-2pm: BBQ, Pizza & Bratwurst. All afternoon: Packers Rendevous: 5-6 pm Outfitter Feast; In the Barn: 7-9 pm Around the Campfire Cowboy poetry, music and campfire stories; 9:30pm Barn dance.

  • May 10 - Saturday     Mazama Clean-Up   Annual clean it party at 9am at the Community Center. For more info, call 996-8080.

  • May 10 - Saturday     Twisp Farmer's Market   Buy locally at the MV Community Center---produce, crafts, art, food and more. 9am-noon.

  • May 10 - Saturday     Creeping Time   performs at the Twisp River Pub. 8pm. Free.

  • May 11 - Sunday     Packers Rendezvous   Winthrop Park: 6am free coffee. 7-10am Cowboy Breakfast. $8. 10am-2pm: auction and Washington State packing competition. For more information, see www.woga.org.

  • May 11 - Sunday     Reader's Theatre   Women speak monologues - nine women tell stories about their lives (some adult themes). 3pm at The Merc. Admission: $6 or $5 w/ Cove donation. For more info, call 997-7529.

  • May 11 - Sunday     Basic Bike   Attend a basic repair and skills clinic at Methow Cycle and Sport. 3-5pm. Free. Call 996-3645 for more information.

  • May 12 - Monday     Line Dancing   Dance at 7pm in the MV Community Center gym. $4. For more info, call 997-8805.

  • May 13 - Tuesday     Storytime for Kids   Hear stories at 11am Wintrop Library (996-2685) and at 1pm at the Twisp Library (997-4681).

  • May 13 - Tuesday     Liberty Bell High School   Softball hosts Districts at 4pm. Tennis hosts Okanogan at 4pm.

  • May 13 - Tuesday     Watercolor Studio   Class with Patty Yates at the Confluence noon to 4. Drop-ins welcome-all levels. $10/session.

  • May 13 - Tuesday     Spring Open Merc   Hosted, open mic evening. 7:30pm. Free. Any appropriate performance allowed (music, dance, poetry, etc.. For more info, go to their website or call 997-7529.

  • May 13 - Tuesday     Hanford Challenge   Learn about a new group helping to clean up Hanford. 6-9pm at the Twisp River Pub. Free. For more information, call 996-3973.

  • May 13 - Wednesday     Family Planning Clinic   at Room One 2:30-5pm. For more information, call 997-2050.

  • May 14 - Wednesday     Speakeasy Night   Ashley Heinkel hosts at the Grubstake. Music, talk and audientce participation. Free. 7pm. For more information, call 996-2375.

  • May 15 - Thursday     Washington Trails   Information gathering at 6pm Twisp River Pub to talk about this summer's trail work volunteer opportunities. For additional information, call 996-2583.

  • May 16 - Friday     Mark Nizer   - comedy, juggling, music & more. 7pm at the Winthrop Barn. $15 adults, $5 students. Advance tickets at Daily Businesses. For more information, call MAA at 997-4004.

  • May 17 - Saturday     Kid's (7+) Nature Walk   in the shrub-steppe environment around Pearrygin Lake w/ Methow Conservancy. 10-11am. Free. Adult must accompany kids she/he brings. For more info, call 996-2870.

  • May 17 - Saturday     Twisp Farmer's Market   Buy locally at the MV Community Center---produce, crafts, art, food and more. 9am-noon.

  • May 17 - Saturday and Sunday     Rustic Furniture for Beginners   with Thome George. Two day class (Sat & Sun) will be held in a barn near Winthrop from 10am to 3pm. Cost:$130 includes supplies. For more information or to register, contact Confluence at 997-2787.

  • May 17 - Sat-Sun     Classical Dressage Clinic   8am to 5pm at the Bear Creek Equestrian Center. Pre-registration: $225 for two days; $115 for one day. Boarding additional. For more information, call 996-3727.

  • May 17 - Saturday     One Way Out   plays at Twisp River Pub. 9pm. No cover.

  • May 17 - Saturday     Pipestone Institute Music Days   10th Anniversary celebration fundraiser (by donation) at 7pm at the MV Community Center features the Pipestone, Community School, and Youth orchestras. For more information, call 997-0222.

  • May 17 - Saturday     Bear Awareness Day   Learn about bears-the biology, research, recovery, etc. in the North Cascades. 9am-3pm at North Cascades Basecamp. Bring lunch. Sign up/get more info at (509)923-2464.

  • May 17 - Saturday     Indigo Dyeing   of cottons and silks with Sara Ashford 10am -5pm at Sara's home near Winthrop. $110 includes dye and fabric. For more information or to register, call Confluence at 997-2787.

  • May 18 - Sunday     Sustainability Series - Yoga for Gardeners   will start at noon in the Moksha Studio above Tappi in Twisp. For more information or to register, call 997-1050.

  • May 18 - Sunday     Pipestone Institute Music Days   10th Anniversary celebration fundraiser from 1:30-4pm at the MV Community Center. Student recitals plus Pipestone Jazz Band. By donation. For more information, call 997-0222.

  • May 18 - Sunday     The Riparian Connection- Class Full   Contact Mary at 996-2870.

  • May 19 - Monday     Flower (Full) Moon   at 7:12pm PT.

  • May 19 - Monday     Line Dancing   Dance at 7pm in the MV Community Center gym. $4. For more info, call 997-8805.

  • May 19 - Tuesday     Storytime for Kids   Hear stories at the 11am Winthrop Library (996-2685) and at 1pm at the Twisp Library (997-4681).

  • May 20 - Tuesday     3 Virginias Dinner   at Twisp River Pub 5:30-7:30pm. $10-$14. For reservations by May 16b, call A-M Sonia at 996-2128 and N-Z Susan at 997-9448.

  • May 20 - Tuesday     Watercolor Studio   Class with Patty Yates at the Confluence noon to 4. Drop-ins welcome-all levels. $10/session.

  • May 23 - Friday     Clumsy Lovers   plays at Twisp River Pub. 9pm. $10.

  • May 24 - Saturday     Winthrop Rodeo   37th annual rodeo starts at 1pm at the Rodeo Grounds off Twin Lakes Rd. Junior Rodeo starts at 9am. Adults:$7. Children 7-12: $3. 6&under: free. For more information, call 996-3869.

  • May 24 - Saturday     Birding by Ear   a morning with Kent Woodruff. Benefit for Wagner Pool. Cost: $25. To get details and register, contact Josephine at 997-2281.

  • May 24 - Saturday     Shafer Museum Opens   Learn about and appreciate the past. Donations welcome.

  • May 24 - Saturday     Intervision   plays at Twisp River Pub. 9pm. $5.

  • May 24 - Saturday     Twisp Farmer's Market   Buy locally at the MV Community Center---produce, crafts, art, food and more. 9am-noon.

  • May 24 - Saturday     Mazama Fun Run   MVSTA's annual fun run which leads you to the famous Mazama Pancake Breakfast. For details, see the fun run website.

  • May 25 - Sunday     Vicci Martinez Band   plays at the Twisp River Pub. 8:30pm. $7.

  • May 25 - Sunday     Winthrop Rodeo Days   37th annual rodeo starts at 1pm at the Rodeo Grounds off Twin Lakes Rd. Adults: $7. Children 7-12: $3. 6&under: free. For more information, call 996-3869.

  • May 27 - Tuesday     Watercolor Studio   Class with Patty Yates at the Confluence noon to 4. Drop-ins welcome-all levels. $10/session.

  • May 30 - Friday     SE Asian Art Show and Trunk Sale   Featuring a talk by Lee and Theresa Miller at 5pm at the Confluence Gallery and Art Center. Friday hours 10am-7pm.

  • May 31 - Saturday     Twisp Farmer's Market   Buy locally at the MV Community Center---produce, crafts, art, food and more. 9am-noon.

  • May 31 - Saturday     Kids Bike Rodeo   Kids learn skills and have fun at the annual Bike Rodeo, offered by Pearrygin State Park and Aero Methow, 10:00 a.m.  12:00 p.m.

  • May 31 - Saturday     Junkyard Jane   at the Twisp River Pub. 9pm. $5.

  • May 31 - Saturday     SE Asian Art and Trunk Show   w/Lee and Theresa Miller at the Confluence Gallery and Art Center. Saturday hours 10am-4pm.

June Events in the Methow June
  • June 3 - Tuesday     1st Tuesday Native Plants   Methow Conservancy Workshop and Social takes place at Methow Natives (off East County Rd). 6-8pm. Donations welcome.

  • June 4 - Wednesday     Liberty Bell HS Bacalaureate   7pm at the High School

  • June 5 - Thursday     Liberty Bell Senior Awards   at 7pm at the High School.

  • June 5 - Thursday     Room One Open House   Visit the facility and meet the staff at 315 Lincoln from 4 to 6pm. For more information, call 997-2050.

  • June 6 - Friday     Liberty Bell High School Graduation   7pm at the High School.

  • June 7 - Saturday     National Fishing Day   Kids from 3-12 can catch rainbow trout from 10am-2pm at the Wintrop National Fish Hatchery. Fun. Prizes. Activities. Free. For more information, call 996-4003.

  • June 7 - Saturday     Opening Reception Gardens for Life, Sustainable Living   at Confluence Gallery 4-8pm. Free. "Gardens for Life, Sustainable Living" show runs from June 7- July 26.

  • June 7 - Saturday     MV Independent Learning Center Graduation  

  • June 7 - Saturday     Beginning Follk Herbals 4   Learn 2 methods of extracting plant qualities to make tinctures. Cost: Sliding $40-$60. 9am to 3pm (bring a lunch) at Institute of Structural Medicine, 103 Ross Rd, Twisp. Pre-register at least 3 days prior to class by calling 997-9372.

  • June 10 - Tuesday     Summer Open Merc   Hosted, acoustic open mic evening. 7:30pm. Free. Any appropriate performance allowed (music, dance, poetry, etc.. For more info, go to their website or call 997-7529.

  • June 14 - Saturday     Violin Recital   by Clare Bresnahan. 7pm at the Merc. Free, donations accepted. For more info call 341-4211.

  • June 14 - Saturday and Sunday     Methow Valley Tour (Bike)   MVSTA co-sponsors this road bike event which includes a 10 mile time trial, a road race and a criterium. For details, see the MV tour website.

  • June 14 - Saturday     Conservation in Rendezvous Field Trip   Methow Conservancy led tour 9am-noon (Carpool from Barn 8:45). Flora, fauna & the importance of open landscapes. Free, but register at 996-2870. Bring water & snacks, etc.

  • June 18 - Wednesday     Rose (Full) Moon   at 10:32am. PT

  • June 21 - Saturday     Meyers, O'Callaghan, Neupert, Fry Opening   Artist reception at Winthrop Gallery 6-8pm. Gallery is open daily from 11am-6pm. This show runs from June 19 to July 21. For more information, call 996-3925.

  • June 21 - Saturday     Winthrop Wine Festival   4th Annual Wine Tasting (& hors d'oeuvres) in the Winthrop Park from 2-6 pm. $25 admission/tasting fee. Minimum age: 21. Music by Lynette Westendorf and her jazz quartet. For more information, see winthropwashington.com

  • June 22 - Sunday     River Ecology Raft Trip   Methow Conservancy led trip on the Methow River. 9am-4pm. $80pp. For more information or to register, call 996-2870.

  • June 22 - Sunday     Methow Cycle & Sport Mountain Challenge   will be held in Winthrop. Details as they are available.

  • June 24 - T/W/Th     Moccasin Lake Horse Camp   Little Star Montessori camp for 5-8 year olds June 24-26 from 9am-1pm. $150. Introduction to horses, safety, horsemanship. To register, call 996-2801.

Methow Valley July Events July
  • July 4 - Friday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 8pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 4 - Friday     All West Arts Festival   Methow Arts sponsors music, arts, crafts, entertainment, food for all ages at the Twisp Park. $5. For more information, call 997-4004.

  • July 4 - Fri-Sun     Goldwing Touring Assn Rally   Annual goldwing celebration headquartered at Liberty Bell School. Activities include education, show & shine, fun. For more information, call 360-856-5815.

  • July 4 - Friday     Independence Day Parade   Annual 4th of July parade in Twisp. 11am. For more information, call 997-5693.

  • July 5 - Saturday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 8pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 6 - Sunday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 2pm (matinee) at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 8 - T/W/Th     Wizardry Camp   at Little Star Montessori for 4-6 year olds. July 8-10 from 9am to 2pm. $105. Includes lore, magic, fun. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 8 - T/W/Th     Baseball Camp   sponsored by Little Star for 11-13 year olds at the Winthrop Ball Field. July 8-10 from 9am-2pm. $125 includes customized jersey. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 8 - T/W/Th     Survivor Camp   at Little Star for 8-10 year olds. July 8-10 from 9am to 2pm. $125. Learn basic outdoor skills and safety. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 8 - T/W/Th     Archery & Animal Tracking Camp   at Little Star for 6-7 year olds. July 8-10 from 9am-2pm. $105 plus $30 bow fee. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 8 - T/W/Th     Toddler Day Camp   Little Star Montessori summer camp for 2-3 year olds. Fun, imagination, exploration, learning. T/W/Th July 8-August 14 from 9am to 1pm. $30/day. To register call 996-2801.

  • July 9 - Wednesday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 8pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 9 - Wed-Sun     Methow River Camp   An outdoor adventure & ecology camp for ages 10-13. $325. For more information call 997-9011.

  • July 10 - Thursday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 8pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 11 - Friday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 8pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 12 - Saturday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 8pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 12 - Saturday     Refresh 08   Outdoor music at the Aspen Sage Amphitheater. Details tba.

  • July 12 - Saturday     Run the Sun   MVSTA's run at Sun Mountain. For details, see the run to sun website.

  • July 13 - Sunday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 2pm(matinee) at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 15 - T/W/Th     Geology Rocks! Camp   at Little Star for 11-13 year olds. July 15-17 from 9am to 2pm. $125. Learn about types of rocks, earth forces and more. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 15 - T/W/Th     Archery Overnight Camp   sponsored by Little Star for 8-10 year olds. 10am July 15 to 2:30 pm July 17. $205 plus $30 bow fee unless you have your own. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 15 - T/W/Th     Fairies & Gnomes Camp   at Little Star for 4-6 year olds. July 15-17 from 9am to 2pm. $105. Creative movement, drama, art, storytelling, treasure hunt. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 16 - Wednesday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 8pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 16 - Wednesday     When Mining Comes to a Community   Learn how to be prepared for and involved in any proposed mining activity. After the Mazama Community Market. 6:30-8pm. For more information, call 997-2870.

  • July 17 - Thursday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 8pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 18 - Friday     Winthrop Rhythm & Blues Festival   Street Dance in Winthrop starts at 7pm w/ music by Lady A & the Baby Blues Funk Band and Red Hotz Blues Sisters. Free.

  • July 18 - Friday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 8pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 18 - Friday     Buck (Full) Moon   at 1am PT

  • July 19 - Saturday     Winthrop Rhythm & Blues Festival   starts at 11am at the Blues Ranch. Today's show includes Lady A, Red Hotz, NW Pianorama, The Blasters, Bobby Rush and Elvin Bishop. Advance tickets $60; at gate $70. For information, see http://www.winthropbluesfestival.com.

  • July 19 - Saturday     Brilliant Traces   a dramatic romance/comedy at 8pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • July 19 - Saturday     Native Plant & Fire Ecology Hike   Day long trip leaving Winthrop 8am for Tripod Fire area. Hike 6-7 miles (Tiffany/Freezeout: moderate-arduous). Bring lunch & water. Free, but make reservation w/ Mary at 996-2870.

  • July 20 - Sunday     Winthrop Rhythm & Blues Festival   starts at 11am at the Blues Ranch. Today's show includes Rojer Arnold & Paul Elliot, Polly O'Keary, Sammy Eubanks, Terry Evans, Rosie Ledet and Too Slim & the Traildraggers. For information, see http://www.winthropbluesfestival.com.

  • July 22 - T/W/Th     Native Plant Identification Camp   at Little Star for 7-10 year olds. July 22-24 from 9am to 2pm. $125. Become an amateur botanist. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 22 - T/W/Th     Under the Sea Camp   at Little Star Montessori for 4-6 year olds. July 22-24 from 9am to 2pm. $105. Learn about all levels of the ocean. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 26 - Saturday     Young, O'Callaghan, Kirkland & Love Exhibit   opening reception at the Winthrop Gallery 6-8pm. Show runs from July 24-August 25. Gallery is open daily from 11am-6pm. For more information, call 996-3925.

  • July 27 - Sunday     MV Chamber Music Festival   Free community concert this afternoon. For details see the festival website.

  • July 29 - T/W/Th     Me, Myself & I Camp   at Little Star for 4-6 year olds. July 29-31 from 9am to 2pm. $105. Learn about the human body through games and activities. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 29 - T/W/Th     Yoga Camp   at Little Star for 7-9 year olds. July 29-31 from 9am to 2pm. $125. Use nature, storytelling and imagination to inspire yoga poses. To register, call 996-2801.

  • July 29 - Tuesday     MV Chamber Music Festival   Nachtmusik Wine Gala For details see the festival website.

August August
  • August 1 - Friday     MV Chamber Music Festival   Evening concert. For details see the festival website.

  • August 2 - Saturday     Opening Reception - Under the Western Sky   at Confluence Gallery 4-8pm. Free. Show runs from Aug 2- Sept 20.

  • August 2 - Saturday     MV Chamber Music Festival   Evening concert. For details see the festival website.

  • August 5 - T/W/Th     Hooked on Flyfishing Camp   at Little Star for 11-13 year olds. August 5-7 from 9am to 2pm. $225 includes rental fee. Learn and practice knots, making flies, safety, casting. To register, call 996-2801.

  • August 5 - T/W/Th     Summer Celebration Camp   at Little Star Montessori for 4 to 6 year olds. August 5-7 from 9am to 2pm. $105. Trips to the river, personalize hats & bags. To register, call 996-2801.

  • August 12 - T/W/Th     Survivor Camp   at Little Star for 11-13 year olds. Aug. 12, 9am-3pm. Aug. 13, 9am to Aug. 14, 11am. $175. Day 1: Learn skills. Days 2-3 Practice skills camping out. To register, call 996-2801.

  • August 12 - T/W/Th     Pirates Camp   at Little Star for 4-6 year olds. August 12-14 from 9am to 2pm. $105. Search for lost treasure, make pirate flags, boxes, etc. To register, call 996-2801.

  • August 15 - Friday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 16 - Saturday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 16 - Saturday     Green Corn (Full) Moon   at 2:18pm PT

  • August 17 - Sunday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 20 - Wednesday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 21 - Thursday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 22 - Friday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 23 - Saturday     North Cascades Fiddlers Contest   11th annual contest. Great fiddling all day. Giant Insect Contest for the kids at noon. Adults: $12; Seniors:$6; kids 12 and under free.

  • August 23 - Saturday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 23 - Saturday     Cutthroat Classic   MVSTA's annual trail run from Rainy Pass to the Cutthroat Trailhead. For details, see the Cutthroat Classic website.

  • August 24 - Sunday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 2pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 27 - Wednesday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 28 - Thursday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 29 - Friday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 30 - Saturday     Yates, Spiwak, Fharnham & Powell Exhibit   Opening Reception from 6-8pm at the Winthrop Gallery. Show runs from August 28 to October 6. Gallery is open from 11am-pm daily. For more information, call 996-3925.

  • August 30 - Saturday     Winthrop Rodeo Days   37th annual rodeo starts at 1pm at the Rodeo Grounds off Twin Lakes Rd. Adults: $7. Children 7-12: $3. 6&under: free. For more information, call 996-2439.

  • August 30 - Saturday     Winthrop Barn Dance   Old fashion community dance w/ music by "The Family Band" starts at 9pm at the Barn. Tickets: $5. Children under 12 free. Refreshments available. For more info, call 996-2117.

  • August 30 - Saturday     Lettice and Lovage   a comedy by Peter Shaffer at 7:30pm at the Merc Playhouse. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, see the Merc website.

  • August 31 - Sunday     Wintrop Rodeo Days   37th annual rodeo starts at 1pm at the Rodeo Grounds off Twin Lakes Rd. Adults: $7. Children 7-12: $3. 6&under: free. For more information, call 996-2439.

September Events in the Methow Valley September
  • September 1 - Monday     Labor Day Duck Race   Watch yellow, pink & blue ducks race, meander and eddy-out between the Chewuch and Methow bridges starting at 12noon. Winthrop Kiwanis and the Tenderfoot sell $2/duck tickets. Three big prizes.

  • September 6 - Saturday     Winthrop Golf Tournament   6th annual tournament features 15 4-person teams. Cost: $60p/p includes cart, fees, prizes, lunch. Shotgun start at 8:30am. Register at 888-463-8469 (Winthrop Chamber).

  • September 13 - Saturday     33rd Winthrop Auto Rallye   Register Friday 5-7pm at the Barn. Saturday parade at 11am, show&shine from noon to 3pm, followed by a bucket run late afternoon. For more info, call 1-888-463-8469.

  • September 13 - Saturday     Dollar Watch Cowboy Jamboree   celebrate fall with music by Mike Faast, Roger Ferguson and Horse Crazy, poetry by Stan Kvistad, and more at the Winthrop Barn. 7pm.

  • September 15 - Monday     Harvest (Full) Moon   at 2:14am PT.

  • September 27 - Saturday     Opening Reception - Campbell, Ward, Ciancibelli & Newman   at Confluence Gallery 4-8pm. Free. Show runs from September 27-November 8.

October Events in the Methow October