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ARTS | CULTURE | EVENTS AUTUMN 2010

A MAGAZINE DEDICATED TO SPECIAL EVENTSIN THE TOWN OF SISTERS

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Enjoy a Full Month of

Festivals, Events and Fun!

Art at the RanchSeptember 3-4

Western & Native American Arts

FestivalSeptember 4-5

Sisters Folk FestivalSeptember 10-12

Sisters Stride Into Autumn

September 19Sisters In Sisters

September 24-26Friends of the

Forest DaySeptember 25

Photography in the Aspens

October 8-10

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Sisters Celebrates

Art, Music & Entertainment

Started in 2001, September In Sisters is a tradition in Central Oregon, attracting locals and people from throughout the region to the various activities and events held during the month.

“It truly is a celebration of American family, life and culture,” said Erin Borla, executive director of the Sisters Chamber of Commerce. “The variety of things to do offers something for everyone regardless of the type of the entertainment and activities they are looking for.”

This year’s events include painting, arts and crafts, music, photography, walks, volunteering, sisterhood and nature. Some, like the Western & Native American Arts Festival and the Sisters Folk Festival, are nationally recognized and consistently draw people from around the country; others like the Friends of the Forest Day are newer, attracting a different type of visitor to Sisters.

“Even though we have an event like the Sisters Folk Festival that has a huge following, it’s important to offer something a little different and fresh to keep people interested in coming to Sisters,” said Borla.

This is particularly important in attracting

visits from local residents coming to Sisters from neighboring communities like Redmond and Bend, and in bringing tourists to the region from the Willamette Valley, Washington and Northern California.

“People from those markets have been very important in sustaining Sisters over the last year,” Borla said. “We’ve benefited from people staying closer to home instead of vacationing farther away, like Hawaii.”

Translated into economic terms, every $1 tourists spend in restaurants, shops, hotels and on events, is passed around the community seven times. Multiply this by the thousands of people traveling to Sisters during the month of September each year, and it becomes clear why the cooperative effort to host so many events is so critical to businesses in the small community.

“We’re so fortunate that so many businesses and community groups work together to develop and manage the different events and activities,” said Borla. “And they work really hard to make sure visitors have a fantastic time in Sisters.”

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ENJOY A MONTH OF FESTIVALS, EVENTS AND FUN !

Art at the RanchFriday-Saturday, September 3-4, Black Butte RanchAnnual art and craft show and sale that features an artist reception and a silent auction. 541-595-2609. www.BlackButteRanch.com.

Western & Native American Arts FestivalSaturday-Sunday, September 4-5A juried arts and crafts show featuring quality, handmade traditional and Native American wares, live music and cultural performances. 541-549-0251. www.SistersChamber.com.

Sisters Folk FestivalFriday-Sunday, September 10-12A three-day celebration of traditional American music, from blues to bluegrass. 541-549-4979. www.SistersFolkFestival.com.

Sisters Stride Into AutumnSunday, September 19Sisters Athletic Club hosts this scenic stride event for walkers of all levels. Features a 10K walk/run, a 15K competitive walk and Walk Our Way. 541-549-6878, www.WondersOfWalking.com.

Friends of the Forest DaySaturday, September 25Volunteer for riparian restoration, litter removal, trail work and planting projects along the Wychus and Metolius rivers. Art from the Plein Air “Paint Out” will be displayed. 541-549-0251. www.nationalforests.org/volunteer.

Sisters in SistersFriday-Sunday, September 24-2613th Annual celebration with entertainment, workshops, shopping and fun. 541-549-0251. www.SistersinSisters.com.

Photography in the AspensFriday-Sunday, October 8-10A weekend photography workshop with Northwest photographer, Rick Schafer. 541-595-1506. www.BlackButteRanch.com/photography.

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ART AT THE RANCH: Friday-Saturday, Sept. 3-4

Annual Black Butte Ranch arts festival will again raise funds for student scholarships.by Sondra Holtzman, for The Bulletin Special Projects

Mark your calendars for Art At The Ranch, an annual arts festival at Black Butte Ranch that takes place over Labor Day weekend in Sisters.

This two-day event features artists who are homeowners, employees or friends of people who live and work at Black Butte Ranch.

An artists’ reception and silent auction will take place on Friday, Sept. 3 from 4 to 7 p.m., and an

opportunity quilt made by local quilters at Black Butte Ranch that will be raffled off on Saturday, Sept. 4.

Art At The Ranch is open to the public, with a $25 entry fee.

All proceeds go toward scholarships at Sisters Elementary and Middle Schools and to students at Sisters High School majoring in art.

“Currently, we have 20 ar t ists who have registered, and we expect to receive up to 10 more registrations before the show that will feature a broad range of media, from watercolor to fine and fiber art, glass, photography and jewelry,” said Rosemary Norton, coordinator of Art At The Ranch.

“Additionally, unique and reputable paper goods artists like Amy Prince of Clothespin Cards and Dottie Barringer will be represented,” she added. “Artist Wally Hunter, who has participated in every show since we started the tradition, will be selling his beautiful wooden children’s’ toys and treasure boxes.”

Other local artists participating include Don

Zylius, Alicia Knox, Paul Alan Bennett, Ruth Golden Ingham, Carol Anne Anderson and Peggy Melton.

Potters Mitch and Michelle Deaderick will be participating, along with photographers Linda Ziegenhagen and Tom Davis, jewelers My Friend and I from Portland, and Gisela Kindorf from Thousand Palms, California.

For more information, contact the Black Butte marketing department at 541-595-2609.

Photos courtesy of Black Butte Ranch

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WESTERN & NATIVE AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL: Saturday - Sunday, Sept. 4-5

As summer winds to a close, Labor Day weekend in Sisters promises to be one brimming with activity.

Not to be missed is the Western & Native American Arts Festival, a juried arts and crafts event on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 4 and 5, featuring handmade, traditional and Native American wares along with live music, cultural performances and food.

Now in its ninth year and free to the public, the festival at Creekside Park celebrates the heritage and history of Central Oregon and its people and is expected to attract more than 5,000 visitors.

“This is my favorite event during September, featuring high-quality art, heritage demonstrations and great music on both days,” said Jeri Buckmann, events director for the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce. “The mix of music, both Western and Native American, appeals to the public as they can get a taste of each.”

Art featured at this year’s festival includes pottery by Dee Adams, Native American art and jewelry by Molly Kubista, metal art by Ken Betuel, and barn wood furniture and framing by Dave Cretsinger.

Demonstrations by the Central Oregon Spinners and Weavers Guild, along with teepee displays by Jess Anders and Greg Booth of Sisters, will also highlight the festival.

“These are just a few of the fine artists who will be present at this year’s event,” Buckmann said. “They love the atmosphere and excitement it brings, and patrons will find all types of jewelry, leather goods, pottery, wood, metal art, clothing and more.”

Enjoy the sound of traditional Native American and Americana music at this year’s festival, as well. World-renouned and award-winning traditional flute

maker, Charles L i t t le lea f, w i l l perform, as will the Anvil Blasters f r om he re i n Central Oregon.

“It has been over a year since [Littleleaf] was able to be with us, and we are so fortunate to have him back,” said Buckmann.

Along with the artists and musicians, award-winning writer Rick Steber will join the celebration. Best known for writing honest stories about the strong people and the open landscapes of the Old West, Steber has authored more than 30 books and will be signing books at the Western and Native American Arts Festival.

This year’s event poster was painted by Sisters artist Kimry Jelen and is a perfect souvenir of the festival.

And don’t leave without sampling the Indian Frybread, tacos, an authentic Western barbecue and other assorted traditional food .

“There is so much to see and do,” Buckmann said. “The Western and Native American theme distinguishes it from other festivals in Central Oregon.”

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The annual Western and Native American Arts Festival at Creekside Park in Sisters will feature arts and crafts, live music and traditional performances.

Poster art by Kimry Jelen

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SISTERS STRIDE INTO AUTUMN: Sunday, Sept. 19

As the season turns, race walkers (and plain old walkers) gear up to enjoy one of their favorite events of the year. Sisters Stride into Autumn starts and ends at the Sisters Athletic Club on Sunday, Sept. 19.

The course itself is one of the main draws, say participants who have come year after year from throughout the Northwest. Both the beauty and the challenge of the event lies in the varied terrain from asphalt road to dirt bike path, complete with mountain views.

“Beginning and ending at the back entrance of the new, state-of-the-art facilities of the Sisters Athletic Club (SAC), the Stride Into Autumn [routes] will pass you through the beautiful Sisters areas where you will get a further appreciation of all the beauty Oregon has to offer,” says the website for Wonders of Walking,

which organizes the annual event.Participants can compete or walk for

fun in the 10K walk. A 15K walk will also be held, but for competitors only.

The Sisters Athletic Club will host the event, as it has since its beginning.

New this year, Cork Cellars in Sisters will welcome all Stride Into Autumn participants by hosting a social gathering on Saturday, Sept. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. Beverages and snacks will be provided.

Awards will be given to the first three finishers at both distances in each of the following categories: Open (39 and under), Masters (40-59) and Grand Masters (60-plus).

The cost to participate in Sisters

Stride Into Autumn is $33 for solo participants and $30 for participants in teams of 10 or more. (The cost is $28 and $25, respectively, for entries postmarked

before Friday, Sept. 3.)A portion of the proceeds

from this year’s Sisters Stride Into Autumn will benefit CASA of Central Oregon. CASA’s mission is based on the belief that a child has the right to a safe and

permanent home, and its goal is to provide a volunteer advocate for every

abused and neglected child in Central Oregon.

Register for Sisters Stride into Autumn at www.wondersofwalking.com.

Sisters Stride into Autumn encourages people to walk for physical fitness and fun.

Walk This Way!

Sisters loves Sisterhoodby Sondra Holtzman, for The Bulletin Special Projects Department

It’s no secret that for many, relationships between sisters, whether it be family or friends, endures through life’s peaks and valleys.

The annual Sisters in Sisters event will return to Sisters this year for its 13th year, designed to renew and nurture the spirit of sisterhood among both siblings and friends.

Scheduled for Friday through Sunday, Sept. 24-26, Sisters in Sisters will be hosted by FivePine Lodge and Conference Center. The event will feature recreation, entertainment, fellowship and workshops.

“This weekend is all about celebrating women with workshops, great food, entertainment and shopping,” said Susi Geren, chairwoman for Sisters in Sisters.

“Women come from all over the country, some as far away as South Carolina. This is a time for them to nurture themselves and to be free to do whatever they want.

“We have many returning year after year, arriving in groups of ‘sisters’ that include friends and lots of moms.”

Offerings include a fun and easy hike in the Three Sisters Wilderness on a trail that passes wildflower meadows with mountain views, a lake and lava flow.

Those who have always wanted to try watercolor will join accomplished Sisters artist Barbara Berry, who will teach simple and effective techniques that will enable participants to walk away with a finished painting.

Other workshops include a Yoga and Body Mapping Experience, Belly Dancing for Beginners, and a confiDance and Meditation class.

Those interested in all things culinary may consider participating in the Sisters in Sisters Dinner Club, a workshop that will teach the planning and creation of a simple yet stylish dinner party. Hosted by the Sisters Supper Club, an added feature

will be a how-to book titled “Dinner is the Evening,” a sure hit with those who enjoy cooking and entertaining. Selected topics include menu planning, themes, table setting, tablescapes and guest favors.

Another workshop, Creative Packaging for Gifts from the Kitchen, focuses on creative packaging ideas with a personal touch and includes hands-on techniques to use at home when creating those special projects for family and friends.

Sisters who have always wanted to make their own jewelry won’t want to miss the Sterling Silver Chain Maille Jewelry workshop, where participants can make something in an afternoon or choose a project that requires a bit more time and effort. The end result will be a uniquely designed piece of handmade.

The workshops will run from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, leaving the rest of the afternoon free until cocktail hour at 5 p.m.

Michael John will provide musical entertainment, and Sunday’s brunch will feature Rachael Scdoris, a legally blind Iditarod dog racer from Bend who garnered

international headlines by competing in the event.

Sponsored by the Sisters Chamber of Commerce, Sisters in Sisters will benefit Saving Grace (formerly Central Oregon Battering and Rape Alliance), an organization that provides support and services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, date rape and stalking.

So bring your best ‘sister’ to Sisters in Sisters and treat yourselves to a weekend of relaxation, rejuvenation and fun.

For more information, contact Susi Geren at 541-549-8754 or the Sisters Chamber of Commerce at 541-549-0251.

SISTERS IN SISTERS: Friday-Sunday, Sept. 24-26

In its 13th year, Sisters in Sisters celebrates friendship and family.

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15th Annual 15th Annual

SistersSisters Folk FestivalFolk Festival

Featuring blues, bluegrass, folk and Americana music Friday through Sunday, Sept. 10-12, 2010

Tickets: Stages:ALL EVENT PASSES $95*

Friday Night $50Saturday - All Day $65*

Sunday: $35Student - All Events $45

* WORKSHOPS INCLUDED

Village Green Main StageBronco Billy’s Ranch Grill and SaloonSisters Art Works

Angeline’s Bakery & CaféSisters Coffee CompanyDepot Café Emerging Artists’ Stage

Sisters Folk Festival Staff: Board of Directors:Executive & Artistic Director: Brad TisdelEvents/Development Director: Katy YoderWebmaster & Technology: Pete RathbunAdministrative Assistant: Laura CurtisArt Director: Dennis McGregor

Sustainability Coordinator: Benji NagelAmericana Project High School Teacher: Gary BowneAmericana Project Middle School Teacher & Aesthetic Consultant: Kit Stafford

Americana Project Recording Instructor: Pete RathbunVolunteer Coordinator: Becky Ault

Jim CorneliusDebbie NewportJim CunninghamJay MatherJack McGowan

Steve MathewsCarol WallMarean JordanJeff Wester

by Hilda Beltran-Wagner for The Bulletin

This September, Sisters Folk Festival celebrates its 15th birthday, and everybody’s invited to the party.

Founded in 1995 with a mission to bring the finest acoustic music to Central Oregon, the Festival has grown by leaps and bounds. The Festival umbrella now supports year-round cultural and educational programing and is nationally renowned not just for artistic quality but also for inspired community engagement.

September’s three-day pickin’ and pluckin’

party remains the Festival’s marquee event, now hosting six stages and more than 25 nationally renowned acts that represent the best of American roots music.

Implying influences that range from blues to bluegrass, from zydeco to Irish balladeers, gospel to folk, the term Americana is perhaps more an inclusive, celebratory concept than a musical prescription.

“It’s an encompassing phrase,” said Executive Director Brad Tisdel. “It gives respect to the many traditions from which all of this music has come.”

The 15-year milestone gives this year’s organizers and patrons an opportunity to celebrate not just the musical quality and diversity that the Festival showcases, but also the organization’s deep roots in the Sisters community. Many of the Festival’s orignal players—both on-stage and behind the scenes—have nurtured the Festival since its inception, and they often share a kind of avuncular pride in its emergence as a first-class festival.

Tisdel, for example, began his relationship with the Festival as a finalist in the first year’s songwriting contest, and he now serves as artistic director as well as its managerial leader.

“We are truly proud and pleased,” he says, “to bring artists of international stature and to celebrate the best possible music and artistry in the town of Sisters.”

Jim Cornelius, who co-founded the festival with Dick Sandvik when both worked at Paulina Springs Bookstore, has been literally “on board” since the beginning and currently serves as board chair.

Always involved with the programming, Cornelius recalls having to comb CD covers to find booking info for bands he hoped to recruit.

“We’ve had great performers from the beginning,” says Cornelius, remembering the success of the first-year one-day gig in the former Sisters High School. “But we had no idea what we were getting ourselves into, no idea that we were creating what would become known, both by patrons and artists across the country, as a premier festival of its type.

“The difference is that now the artists come to us.”

As to financial support, Cornelius credits Sisters artist and entrepreneur Kathy Deggendorfer, a former Festival board member, with giving a shot in the arm in terms of sponsor development. He emphasizes that the Festival “wouldn’t have survived and thrived without a whole bunch of people coming together both for the artistry and for the benefit of the community.”

The Festival opens this year on the Village Green Main Stage, with the Festival’s official Encore Performer, Ellis, followed by crowd-pleasers Slaid Cleaves, John Hammond, and Hot Club of Cowtown.

Simultaneously, the Art Works Stage features Martyn Joseph, Martha Scanlan, Ray Wylie Hubbard, and Eilen Jewell. Around the time that these venues cool down, Bronco Billy’s heats up with a late-night, party-friendly line-up.

An alternative to the liveliness of the Bronco Billy’s Stage is a more reflective late-night event at Sisters Art Works. “Circle the Wagons” will

feature non–amplified performances by Festival artists and other invited songwriters in an intimate in-the-round format.

Led by singer-songwriter Jay Howlett, the event is dedicated to the memory of long-time Festival friend Chuck McCabe, a former Songwriting Contest winner who passed away this summer.

On Saturday and Sunday, three additional businesses transform into musical venues: Angeline’s Bakery and Café, Sisters Coffee Company, and the Emerging Artists’ Stage at the Depot Café. In a return to the founding intentions, this year’s lineup also celebrates the literary and spoken word.

Appalachian storyteller Mitch Barrett will perform Saturday at Angeline’s. Critically acclaimed author and musician Willy Vlautin—in addition to performing two musical sets with Paul Brainard—will give a Sunday afternoon reading at Paulina Springs Books.

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TheThe ArtistsArtistsJOHN HAMMONDFriday, 8-8:45 p.m. Main StageSaturday, 9:15-10:15 p.m. Art Works Stage2010 Grammy Nominee/blues legend John Hammond is known for his powerful guitar and harmonica playing with expressive vocals and a dignified stage presence.

RAY WYLIE HUBBARDFriday, 8:30-9:15 p.m. Art Works Stage Saturday, Noon-1 p.m. Angeline’s Café (Workshop)Saturday, 3-4 p.m. Main Stage A Texas songwriting institution, RWH is a troubadour who pushes the boundaries of sin and redemption and delivers like burning dice rolling off resonator guitars .

JIM KWESKIN AND GEOFF MULDAURSaturday, 11 a.m.-Noon Art Works Stage (Workshop)Saturday, 7:45–8:45 p.m. Main Stage Sunday, 3-3:45 p.m. Art Works Stage When it comes to acoustic folk, blues, and ragtime, Jim Kweskin and Geoff Muldaur are unparalleled exponents of the best aspects of American music.

SOLASSaturday, 9-10:15 p.m. Main StageCeltic sensation and truly one of the great Irish bands to come from America, Solas offers a compellingly original, strikingly contemporary view of traditional Celtic music.

HOT CLUB OF COWTOWNFriday, 9-10 p.m. Main StageSaturday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bronco Billy’s (Workshop)Saturday, 10-11 p.m. Bronco Billy’sEnergetic, entertaining, and smokin’, this group brings hot-jazz and western swing to life in a big way.

SLAID CLEAVESFriday, 7-7:45 p.m. Main StageSaturday, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Bronco Billy’s (Workshop)Sunday, 3-3:45 p.m. Main Stage Texas songwriter Slaid Cleaves grabs audiences with brilliantly crafted, slice-of life lyrics, a comforting but gritty voice. A storyteller in song.

The ScheduleWe hope you enjoy as many performances and workshops as you can, and remember that we present shows at several venues, all of which have limited capacity. There are no reserved seats—saving seats is not allowed—and seating is fi rst come, fi rst served. If you get to a venue too late to be admitted, please check out the talent at our other venues.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 10Village Green Main Stage6-6:45 p.m. Ellis7-7:45 p.m. Slaid Cleaves8-8:45 p.m. John Hammond9-10 p.m. Hot Club of Cowtown

Bronco Billy’s Ranch Grill & Saloon Stage9:30-10:30 p.m. Po’ Girl10:45-11:45 p.m. Sallie Ford and the Sound OutsideMidnight-1 a.m. One Horse Shy

Sisters Art Works Stage6:30-7:15 p.m. Martyn Joseph7:30-8:15 p.m. Martha Scanlan8:30-9:15 p.m. Ray Wylie Hubbard9:30-10:30 p.m. Eilen Jewell11 p.m.-1 a.m. Songwriter Round “Circle the Wagons”

SATURDAY, SEPT. 11Village Green Main Stage11-11:45 a.m. Beth WoodNoon-12:45 p.m. Chris Kokesh and Brokentop1-1:45 p.m. Peter Mulvey2-2:45 p.m. Martha Scanlan3-4 p.m. Ray Wylie Hubbard

Clear Tent 6:15-6:30 p.m. Song Contest Winner6:45-7:30 p.m. Eilen Jewell7:45-8:45 p.m. Geoff Muldaur & Jim Kweskin9-10:15 p.m. Solas

Bronco Billy’s Ranch Grill & Saloon Stage1:45-2:30 p.m. BettySoo2:45-3:30 p.m. Willy Vlautin & Paul Brainard3:45-4:30 p.m. Shireen Amini5:45-6:30 p.m. Ellis6:45-7:30 p.m. Martyn Joseph7:45-8:30 p.m. Willy Vlautin & Paul Brainard9-9:45 p.m. Makepeace Brothers10-11 p.m. Hot Club of Cowtown11:15 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Ty Curtis Band

Sisters Art Works StageNoon-1:30 p.m. Dave Carter Memorial Songwriting Contest

1:45-2:30 p.m. Dayan Kai2:45-3:30 p.m. Anne & Pete Sibley3:45-4:30 p.m. One Horse Shy

Clear Tent6:15-7 p.m. Beth Wood7:15-8 p.m. Dennis McGregor8:15-9 p.m. Sallie Ford and the Sound Outside9:15-10:15 p.m. John Hammond

Angeline’s Bakery & Café Stage2:15-3 p.m. Mitch Barett Storytelling3:15-4 p.m. Americana Project Students4:15-5 p.m. Song Academy Participants6-6:45 p.m. Peter Mulvey7-7:45 p.m. Anne & Pete Sibley8-8:45 p.m. Po’ Girl

Sisters Coffee Company Community Stage2:15-3 p.m. Jay Howlett3:15-6 p.m. Song Contest Finalists

Emerging Artists’ Stage at Depot Café11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Jenna Lindbo12:30-1:15 p.m. Nathaniel Talbot1:30-2:15 p.m. Kathryn Claire2:30-3:15 p.m. Chris Harris3:30-4:15 p.m. Kathy Marshall4:30-5:15 p.m. David Clemmer6-6:45 p.m. Betty Soo7-7:45 p.m. Mitch Barrett

SUNDAY, SEPT. 12Village Green Main Stage10-11:15 a.m. 15th Anniversary Community Celebration

Clear TentNoon-12:45 p.m. Anne & Pete Sibley1-1:45 p.m. Martyn Joseph2-2:45 p.m. The Makepeace Brothers3-3:45 p.m. Slaid Cleaves4-4:45 p.m. Keith Greeninger & Dayan Kai

Bronco Billy’s Ranch Grill & Saloon Stage11:15 a.m.-Noon BettySoo12:15-1 p.m. Peter Mulvey1:15-2 p.m. Bill Bourne2:15-3 p.m. One Horse Shy

Sisters Art Works Stage11-11:45 a.m. EllisNoon-12:45 p.m. Mitch Barrett1-1:45 p.m. Po’ Girl2-2:45 p.m. Ty Curtis Band3-3:45 p.m. Geoff Muldaur & Jim Kweskin

Angeline’s Bakery Stage11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Shireen Amini12:30-1:15 p.m. Dennis McGregor1:30-2:15 p.m. Chris Kokesh & Brokentop

Paulina Springs Books12:45 p.m. Willy Vlautin, Author Talk

Bronco Billy’s Stage11:30 a.m. - Hot Club of Cowtown12:45 p.m. - Slaid Cleaves

Sisters Art Works Stage10 a.m. - Eilen Jewell11 a.m. - Jim Kweskin & Geoff Muldaur

Angeline’s Bakery & Café Stage10 a.m. - Ellis11 a.m. - Martyn JosephNoon - Ray Wylie Hubbard1 p.m. - Po’ Girl

Sisters Coffee Co. Stage10 a.m. - Peter Mulvey11 a.m. - BettySooNoon - One Horse Shy1 p.m. - Makepeace Brothers

SATURDAY Workshops

The Sisters Folk Festival’s Songwriting Contest has been steadily building momentum since its inception in 1995. Right from the start, contest judges have been blown away by the quality and quantity of submissions. The first winner was Dave Carter, and he set the bar high right from the get-go. After his win, he and Tracy Grammer were regular performers at the Festival. After Dave’s tragic death, the Sisters Folk Festival chose to honor him by naming the contest The Dave Carter Memorial Songwriting Contest.

The Contest is a showcase for outstanding but under-recognized performing songwriters. Some past winners include Beth Wood, Darryl Purpose, Bob Hillman, Chuck McCabe, Christopher Smith and Dennis McGregor.

This year’s finalists include Julia Baucke, Santa Barbara, California; Marc Douglas Berardo, Westerly, Rhode Island; Willie Carmichael, Bend, Oregon; Cary Cooper, Richardson, Texas; and Dan Weber, Vancouver, Washington.

The five finalists will vie for a $750 cash prize. They will all perform the songs they entered at the Sisters Folk Festival on Saturday, Sept. 11. The winner will perform a short set to open the Festival’s Saturday night show on the Main Stage.

The Sisters Folk Festival Dave Carter Memorial Songwriting Contest:

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TheThe ArtistsArtistsMARTYN JOSEPHFriday, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Art Works Stage Saturday, 11 a.m.-Noon (Workshop) Angeline’sSaturday, 6:45-7:30 p.m. Bronco Billy’sSunday, 1-1:45 p.m. Main StageA Welsh songwriter with profound lyrics, audacious opinions and painfully beautiful imagery… a genuinely gifted performer.

ELLISFriday, 6-6:45 p.m. Main StageSaturday, 10- 11 a.m. Angeline’s Café (Workshop)Saturday, 5:45-6:30 p.m. Bronco Billy’sSunday, 11-11:45 a.m. Art Works StageEllis performs warm, honest and engaging music complimented by her compelling stage presence and ability to enchant any audience.

PO’ GIRLFriday, 9:30-10:30 p.m. Bronco Billy’sSaturday, 1-2 p.m. Angeline’s Café (Workshop)Saturday, 8-8:45 p.m. Angeline’s Café Sunday, 1-1:45 p.m. Art Works Stage Originally from British Columbia, Po’ Girl weaves an uplifting, jazzy, dynamic, original sound that makes people smile.

PETER MULVEYSaturday, 10-11 a.m. Sisters Coffee Co. (Workshop)Saturday, 1-1:45 p.m. Main StageSaturday, 6-6:45 p.m. Angeline’s Café Sunday, 12:15-1 p.m. Bronco Billy’sSubtle but sophisticated, melodic and harmonic, Peter Mulvey’s music brings to life the complex and intriguing details of life through a keenly observant eye.

EILEN JEWELL Friday, 9:30-10:30 p.m. Art Works StageSaturday, 10-11 a.m. Art Works Stage (Workshop)Saturday, 6:45-7:30 p.m. Main StageRiveting song-stories, neo-traditional melodies, subdued vocals, and a confident, slow-swaying groove.

MARTHA SCANLANFriday, 7:30-8:15 p.m. Art Works StageSaturday, 2-2:45 p.m. Main StageRootsy and literary poetry set to old-time and alt-country string sounds with honky-tonk grooves.

BETTYSOOSaturday, 11 a.m.-Noon Sisters Coffee Co. (Workshop)Saturday, 1:45-2:30 p.m. Bronco Billy’sSaturday, 6-6:45 p.m. Depot CafeSunday, 11:15 a.m.-Noon Bronco Billy’s She has a voice that is big and expressive, sauntering across country-folk arrangements with beauty and wisdom.

BETH WOODSaturday, 11-11:45 p.m. Main StageSaturday, 6:15-7 p.m. Art Works StageLike a ray of sunshine, Beth Wood is a compelling songwriter/guitar player that lightens your spirit with captivating songs and a soulful voice.

SALLIE FORD AND THE SOUND OUTSIDEFriday, 10:45-11:45 p.m. Bronco Billy’sSaturday, 8:15-9 p.m. Art Works StageInspired by old jazz, blues and soul, this group has captured the attention of the Portland music scene and offers a unique sound and entertaining performance.

KEITH GREENINGER AND DAYAN KAISunday, 4-4:45 p.m. Main StageKeith brings old soul and wisdom to an easy-going Santa Cruz perspective, while Dayan offers multi-instrumental magic in everything he plays.

ANNE AND PETE SIBLEYSaturday, 2:45-3:30 p.m. Art Works StageSaturday, 7-7:45 p.m. Angeline’s CaféSunday, 12-12:45 p.m. Main StageThey sing harmonies that are warm, tight and soulful; and their performances simple, striking, haunting, and unforgettable.

MITCH BARRETTSaturday, 2:15-3 p.m. Angeline’s Café (Storytelling)Saturday, 7-7:45 p.m. Depot CaféSunday, 12-12:45 p.m. Art Works Stage A songwriter, storyteller and poet, this Kentucky artist and winner of the 2009 Telluride Troubadour contest, and offers an Appalachian-steeped and universal appeal.

WILLY VLAUTIN AND PAUL BRAINARDSaturday, 2:45-3:30 p.m. Bronco Billy’sSaturday, 7:45-8:30p.m. Bronco Billy’sSunday, 12:45-1:30 Author Talk, Paulina Spring BooksLeader of the band Richmond Fontaine of Portland, OR, Willy Vlautin is an acclaimed author and songwriter, with a keen eye to life’s challenges and heartache.

ONE HORSE SHYFriday, 12-1 a.m. Bronco Billy’sSaturday, 12-1 p.m. Sisters Coffee Co. (Workshop)Saturday, 3:45-4:30 p.m. Art Works StageSunday, 2:15-3 p.m. Bronco Billy’sA delicate balance between intelligence and memorable melody, soul and song craft, this Ashland, Oregon band’s music is heartfelt and fun.

TY CURTIS BANDSaturday, 11:15p.m.-12:30 a.m. Bronco Billy’sSunday, 2-2:45 p.m. Art Works StageA mix of blues, blues-rock, funk and swing, this Eugene, Oregon band was recently voted second in a National Blues competition in Memphis, TN.

DENNIS MCGREGORSaturday, 7:15-8 p.m. Art Works StageSunday, 12:30-1:15 p.m. Angeline’s CaféWit, humor and a wry sense of discovery, Dennis’ songs make you think you have lived a little more, seen a little deeper and woken up to a new world full of insight.

THE MAKEPEACE BROTHERSSaturday, 1-2 p.m. Sisters Coffee Co. (Workshop)Saturday, 9-9:45 p.m. Bronco Billy’sSunday, 2-2:45 p.m. Main StageOur Breedlove Guitar Co. artist this year, this group’s timeless and infectious harmonies and breezy, “front-porch riffs” make for a thrilling performance.

CHRIS KOKESH AND BROKENTOPSaturday, Noon-12:45 p.m. Main StageSunday, 1:30-2:15 p.m. Angeline’s CaféLed by singer/songwriter and fiddler Chris Kokesh, Brokentop blends traditions of American music with a fusion of Old time, Bluegrass and Classic Country combined with Chris’ beautiful original songs.

DAYAN KAISaturday, 1:45-2:30 p.m. Art Works StageDayan plays with fluidity, intuition and a perfect sense for what is needed… a great singer, we are honored to showcase his own original compositions and performance.

SHIREEN AMINISaturday, 3:45-4:30 p.m. Bronco Billy’sSunday, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Angeline’s CaféFunky, groovy and always heartfelt and fun, Shireen continues to expand her musical landscape and deepen the fusion of musical styles she embodies.

JAY HOWLETTFriday, 11 p.m.- 1 a.m. Sisters Art WorksCircle the Wagons… in memory of Chuck MCabeSongwriter RoundSaturday, 2:15-3 p.m. Sisters Coffee Co

Emerging Artists’

STAGEIn its second year at the Sisters Folk Festival, the Emerging Artists’ Stage at The Depot Café is a free venue, featuring artists from around the Pacific Northwest and beyond.Be sure to drop by, listen to some tunes from regional musicians and get some great food at The Depot. Here is the lineup for The Emerging Artists’ Stage:

SATURDAY, SEPT. 1111:30 a.m. Jenna Lindbo12:30 p.m. Nathaniel Talbot1:30 p.m. Kathryn Claire2:30 p.m. Chris Harris3:30 p.m. Kathy Marshall4:30 p.m. David Clemmer6 p.m. BettySoo7 p.m. Mitch Barrett

at the Depot Café

Clockwise, from top-left: Kathryn Claire, Jenna Lindbo, Kathy Marshall and Nathaniel Talbot

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Sisters Folk FestivalSisters Folk Festival MapMapStage Locator - six stages of entertainment all around town, plus Circle the Wagons

Village Green Main StageBronco Billy’s Ranch Grill & SaloonSisters Art WorksAngeline’s Bakery & Café

Depot Café Emerging Artists’Sisters Coffee CompanyPickin’ Central at the Sisters Chamber of Commerce

15th Anniversary

COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONSunday, Sept. 12, 10 a.m., Village Green Main StageJoin the Sisters Folk Festival for a free community celebration of our 15th anniversary on Sunday morning, Sept. 12 at 10 a.m.

We’ll celebrate an organization that started in 1995 as a one-day event and has grown into a year-round cultural-arts organization with many facets, including the award-winning arts education program, the Sisters Americana Project; the Winter Concert Series; the My Own Two Hands arts fundraiser and the Sisters Folk Arts Circle.

We are humbled and grateful for all the support over the years and thank our patrons, sponsors and stakeholders. We are committed to many more years of world-class music and arts education.

The Sunday morning concert by Festival artists celebrates the art form, the musical traditions and the community that makes the Sisters Folk Festival so special.

Please join us for our 15th Anniversary Community Celebration, looking ahead to 15 more years with our devoted family and friends, hosted by our friend, Victor Johnson.

2010 POSTER ARTISTFor the past 11 years, Dennis McGregor has created the Sisters Folk Festival poster. For the last 6 years, each poster has paid homage to local musicians with the “Local Treasure Series”. Brent Alan, Anastacia, Charley Engel, Patrick Lombardi and Lynn Woodward have each graced the Festival poster.

This year’s poster, “Stand Up,” represents the more bluesy side of the Sisters Folk Festival. Peter Heithoff playing the upright bass emits a “smokey” sound against the backdrop of the Deschutes National Forest and the Cascade mountains.

PICKIN’ CENTRAL Friday & Saturday Nights, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Sisters ChamberWe’ve had a Banjo “Contest” in years past, but that competitive thing just didn’t appeal to some folks. The crowd loved it, but there were still some banjo players among them lurking, not picking. So we invite you to join the guitar and mandolin players and let ‘er rip. This year we’d like to have as many pickers picking as possible, so instead of a competition, we’ve opened “Picking Central” Friday and Saturday nights from 9:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. at the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce, 291 E. Main Avenue.

This will be a moderated picking and song session for all of you Festivalgoing pickers. What we’d like to see is a bunch of folks pickin’ and grinnin’ ... and that includes banjo jokes. If you have a twist on that old “perfect pitch” gag, we’re ready to hear it! If you can pick, plunk, strum, frail, clawhammer, pluck, bite or bow a banjo, we’d like to see you do it! If you can yodel, holler, hogcall, clog, stomp, rap or testify at the same time ... well, we dare ya. Come on over to Pickin’ Central and have a blast playing with other enthusiasts!

The Sisters Folk Festival would like to pay our respect and gratitude to Chuck McCabe, for the artistry, talent, humor and insight he provided to the Sisters Folk Festival over the years. We lost a good friend in Chuck on July 23, 2010.

A great songwriter, guitar player, author and recording artist, Chuck won the Dave Carter Memorial Songwriting Contest here in 1998. He was an instructor at the Americana Song Academy twice, helped conceive and launch our Night Owl showcase, and recently trained folks for our outreach to senior centers, called “Musical Memories.”

In his honor, we are hosting an intimate songwriters round at the Sisters Art Works Stage from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 10. “Circle the Wagons” will be hosted by Chuck’s longtime friend and collaborator Jay Howlett, who will open

with a song by Chuck and then have invited songwriters performing their own music that evening in a non-amplified setting.

The event is sponsored by the Roundhouse Foundation, a dedicated supporter of the arts in Central Oregon and the Sisters Folk Festival. Please join us for “Circle the Wagons,” in memory of our friend Chuck McCabe. We will miss you, Chuck.

‘CIRCLE THE WAGONS’ for Chuck McCabeFriday, Sept. 10, 11 p.m. - 1 a.m., Sisters Art Works

FURTHERING THE CAUSE FOR SUSTAINABILITY FOR THE 2010 FESTIVALJoining forces with the Environmental Center and High Country Disposal, the Sisters Folk Festival will continue working toward the “greenest” Festival possible. This year, all of our food vendors will use only recyclable and compostable utensils. Deschutes Brewery will continue to serve their beer in corn-based compostable cups and all the wine sold will be served in compostable cups. The wine offered for sale this year is Parducci’s Sustainable Red and White. Both wines are organically produced in the “First U.S. Carbon Neutral Winery.” Our Sustainability Team, headed by Americana Project alumnus, Benji Nagel, will work hard to make sure all waste is disposed of in the most eco-friendly way. Thanks to all the folks who are helping us to do a better job for our environment.

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TheThe OutreachOutreach... of Sisters Folk Festival, Inc.

Sisters Folk Festival, Inc. started in 1995 to bring the finest in acoustic music to Sisters. Over time, it has developed into a year-round cultural-arts organization that supports local schools with extensive community engagement.

Beyond the three-day Festival, Sisters Folk Festival, Inc. is the nonprofit organization responsible for the wildly successful educational outreach program, the Sisters Americana Project, the exciting community-themed arts fundraiser, My Own Two Hands, the intimate Americana Song Academy, a superb Winter Concert Series, the annual membership opportunity that is the Sisters Folk Arts Circle, and the newest program, Americana Song Academy for Youth.

Below is a brief description of each of these events, which have through the years touched hundreds of lives throughout Sisters and beyond.

For more information about Sisters Folk Festival, Inc. and its many outreach programs, call 541-549-4979, or visit them on the Web at www.sistersfolkfestival.org.

Sisters Folk Festival: The Sisters Folk Festival is a three-day celebration of American Roots music, “from blues to bluegrass.” The annual Festival is held on the weekend after Labor Day in Sisters.

Americana Song Academy: Participants spend three days with Sisters Folk Festival performers at Caldera learning the craft of songwriting, lyric, melody, guitar and performing.

Winter Concert Series: A series of winter concerts

showcase nationally touring acts in the charming community of Sisters.

Sisters Folk Arts Circle: For an annual monetary gift, members of the Sisters Folk Arts Circle receive tickets to many events produced throughout the year.

Sisters Americana Project: Developed in the Sisters school disrict and the community to inspire the creativity of young people and to demonstrate the cultural and historical significance of American roots

music and cultural expression.

My Own Two Hands: A community-themed arts fundraiser for the Sisters Americana Project that celebrates how all individuals can change their communities with their own unique talent and skills.

Americana Song Academy for Youth: An effort to bring students of all the Americana Project programs together in March for a weekend-long retreat for songwriting, community and music.

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FRIENDS OF THE FESTIVALHigh Country Disposal, Central Oregon Environmental Center, FirePro, Paulina Springs Books, The FootZone of Bend, Sisters Vacation Rentals, Clay Warburton, Sisters Rental, Mission Linen Supply, Habitat for Humanity Re-Store, Sage Antiques, Ponderosa Properties, Chuck and Debbie Newport.

SISTERS FOLK ARTS CIRCLE ... Thank you!Bill Moss Counseling Service, Dann & Susan Boeschen, Kerry & Barbara Bott, Brad Braman Dentistry, Bill & Barbara Burkart, Bobb & Betty Carlsmith, Lisa Clausen, Bob & Valerie Collins, Kelsey Collins, Lori & Les Cooper, Jim Cornelius, David & Linda Cox, Bill & Gretchen Dakin, Boyd Wickman & Mimi Graves, Brad & Michele Hart, David & Laura Hiller, Mike & Sue Hollern, Mike Ilg, Jill Jarkesy, Jen’s Garden, Susan A. Johnson, Marean Jordan, Ann Kendall, Cristy Lanfri, Shane & Wendela Lundgren, Steve & Jan Mathews, Jim & Dana Cunningham, Roger & Gayla Nelson, Chuck Newport, Marlene Schneider, Annie Andreson & Ken Serkownek, Lei Durdan, Ginger & Bob Shaw, Jeff & Ginny Smith, Eric & Sherry Steele, Lynda & Dave Sullivan, Larry & Libbi Tamiyasu, Tom & Dee Thompson, Don & Gerri Tisdel, Denny & Susan Tower, David & Rosanne Van Cleve, Pat Kearney & Carol Wall, Jan & Jody Ward.

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Tickets: $5 each or 3 for $10.

SPECIAL THANKS:Gary Bowne, Pamela Burry, Mitch & Michelle Deaderick, Kathy Deggendorfer, Erin Borla, Donna Coombs, Stew Dodge & Crew, Sage & Lynne Dorsey, Susan Johnson Patrick Lombardi, Rima Givot, Laura & Dave Hiller, Joe Leonardi, Jeanne & Fred McCaulou, Benji Nagel, Jack Nagel, Kit Stafford, Tiffany Tisdel.

Community Sponsors:Bend Broadband Breedlove Guitar CompanyThe BulletinDeschutes Brewery

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Artist Sponsors:Angeline’s Bakery & CaféColumbia Sportswear Co.

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Meal Voucher Sponsors:Martolli’s Pizza, Bright Spot, Sisters Bakery, Rancho Viejo, Mountain Coffee Company, Sno Cap Drive-in, The Gallery Restaurant, Poppie’s, Scoot’s Bar & Grill, Sno Cap Drive-in, Three Creeks Brewing, Angeline’s Bakery & Café, Depot Café, Sisters Coffee Company

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FRIENDS OF THE FOREST DAY: Saturday, September 25

Restoration & Preservationby Lori Gleichman, for The Bulletin Special Projects Department

Friends of the Forest Day is designed to engage people with their public lands using art and volunteerism, explained Carly Hedrick, a AmeriCorp volunteer who is serving as the volunteer bank coordinator for The Sisters County.

In late June, adults and 11 youths participated in a plein air painting competition that challenged them to use their artistic skills to capture scenes of the national forest and the Metolius River.

“They had four hours to paint the scene of their choice, choosing from three different locations,” said Hedrick.

Using watercolors, acrylics, pastels and oils the painters produced some “wonderful works,” which were then judged by

renowned local artists Norma Holmes, Nancy Stonington and Troy Collins.

Jerry Dane was named Best in Show, while David Kinker, Nicolas Mullahey and Patricia Gifford were recognized with honorable mentions in the adult class. Adam Novtny was named best in show for youth, with Colton Seymour receiving an honorable mention.

Friends of the Forest Day, sponsored by The Sisters Country and the National Forest Foundation, continues on Saturday, Sept. 25 with volunteers working on several forest restoration projects.

“We hope to have more than 70 people volunteering,” said Hedrick, “and we’re really encouraging children and families to get involved. Spending a day in the forest is a wonderful way to learn more about challenges to the forests and rivers, and

how forest and fish restoration works. And volunteering builds respect and awareness of what’s happening with public lands.”

Projects are being organized by the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council, Wolf Tree, Sisters Trail Alliance, Friends of the Metolius, and the Deschutes National Forest-Sisters Ranger District. Volunteers will be organized into different groups that will work on trail maintenance and building, and small restoration projects that will include weed removal, vegetation monitoring, and watering trees.

People interested in volunteering can register at www.nationalforest.org/volunteer. They should plan on arriving about 8:30 a.m. and working until about 2:30 p.m., Hedrick said.

The day ends that evening with an Artist’s Reception at Sisters Artworks where all the plein air pieces will be on display. It will continue until Sunday, Oct. 31, but images from the works be used for the next year to promote forest restoration in grant requests, reports, presentations, and Tale of Two Rivers materials, according to Hedrick.

Friends of the Forest Day engages through art and volunteerism.

PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE ASPENS: Friday - Sunday, October 8-10

by Annissa Anderson, for The Bulletin Special Projects Department

Natural light and changing perspectives will once again be the subject of study for photographers attending the annual Photography in the Aspens workshop, to be held at Black Butte Ranch on Friday through Sunday, Oct. 8 to 10.

The three-day photographic workshop will again be hosted by the accomplished Oregon photographer, Rick Schafer.

This intensive workshop is open to intermediate to advanced photographers, and attracts participants from around the Northwest. The workshop focuses on nature (or scenic) photography, shot in color. Participants must have a Digital SLR (single lens camera) and tripod.

The workshop includes several photo shoots on location, both at Black Butte Ranch and nearby areas. Classroom work sessions include photography technique,

using the camera as a tool, file management, gallery preparation and a print session. All meals are included with the tuition and are all “working meals.”

This year’s workshop was moved back one week to better take advantage of the area’s fall colors. Individual shooting locations will be decided on during the workshop, to take advantage of varying atmospheric conditions,

said Kate Keown, Marketing Coordinator at Black Butte Ranch. The workshop’s different elevations and settings include shooting on location in the surrounding mountains and in the Aspen groves on the Ranch itself.

Schafer said his goal for students of the workshop is that they will come to understand the difference between “taking a photograph and making a photograph.” If he is successful in his curriculum, he said, participants will learn to use the right combination of subject matter, light, composition, and the mechanics of the camera to see beyond the obvious.

Schafer does not attempt to teach a particular style of photography in his workshops. “I don’t want people to take photographs like me,” he said. “I try to teach people what their own style is. Some people just don’t know quite what they’re looking for and quite how to do it. I help them with this.”

Rick Schafer has been teaching

photography workshops for close to twenty years, and has led the Photography in the Aspens workshop for the last six years. A native Oregonian and professional photographer, Schafer studied under his stepfather, the late Photographer Laureate of Oregon Ray Atkeson, and has built on that experience to develop his own photographic style.

Black Butte Ranch offers discounted rates on vacation rentals for workshop participants. “It’s very convenient for people to stay here,” said Keown. “Saturday is jam packed and runs late into the evening, and Sunday morning starts early, so participants want to be close by.”

For more information on the workshop, including a tentative course schedule, tuition fees and equipment checklist, visit www.blackbutteranch.com/photography.

Famed photographer, Rick Schafer, returns to Black Butte Ranch to teach his

Learn to See CREATIVELY

Photo by Rick Schafer

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by Linda Orcelletto, for The Bulletin Special Projects

Summer and fall are festival seasons in Central Oregon. Yet, there is one less festival in Sisters, not because of lack of interest, but due to a combination of two events—a year-old event with one with a history spanning three decades.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, Oct. 9 when the Timber to Turned Wood Lumberjack show is held in conjunction with the Sisters Harvest Faire. The Faire will run through Sunday, Oct. 10.

“We moved up the lumberjack show from November to October. We are able to offer more in one weekend, making it fun for everyone,” said Jeri Buckmann, events coordinator for the Sisters Chamber of Commerce.

While you are perusing the handcrafted items at the Harvest Faire on Hood Avenue, you’ll be able to hear the smack of the

razor sharp axe, the steady rhythm of the early 20th century crosscut saw, and the buzz of the modern chainsaw during three shows at Timber to Turned Wood.

Times for the event have yet to be determined.

The Lumberjack Show, from Hayward, Wisconsin, will offer narration and humor against the backdrop of American’s logging history. The event will be held on the future site of the new Sisters Village Hotel, across from Les Schwab Tire Center.

To pass idle time in the logging camps, lumberjacks would challenge one another in competitions. The action-packed 30- to 45-minute shows feature two world-class lumberjacks competing in axe throwing, cross cut sawing, underhand and chopping, speed climbing, and the always popular log rolling.

In contrast, the Harvest Faire, celebrating its 30th year in Sisters, is a juried arts and crafts show. Last year, more

than 200 booths with artists from the Pacific Northwest sold their wares. Items at the Faire must be handmade by the artist. Wood crafts, including chain saw carving, will be featured at the faire.

In addition, a food court with multiple vendors along Elm and Pine streets will tempt your taste buds. Music by the Moon Mountain Ramblers will have your toes tapping. Open for all ages from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., admission is free for both events.

“Timber was such an essential part of the economy of Sisters,” said Erin Borla, executive director for the Chamber. “We want to bring to life this heritage and show how it contributed to the character of Sisters.”

Contact Jeri Buckmann at 541-549-0251 or jeri@sisterscountry.com for more information about the Harvest Fair. Additional information about Timber to Turned Wood will be on the website www.sisterscountry.com beginning in September.

From Timber to Turned Wood combines with the Sisters Harvest Faire for a weekend of heritage and art.

From Timber to Handmade Arts

by Bunny Thompson, for The Bulletin Special Projects

It’s called the Beaujolais nouveau of beer making, and craft brewers across the state are hopping to get their equipment ready.

The cool temperatures of September mean the hops are ready for harvest and craft brewers are preparing to use them to make their fresh-hops beer.

Try some area brewers’ seasonal beer, made with the freshest hops, at the first annual Fresh Hop Beer Festival in Village Green Park in downtown Sisters on Saturday, Sept. 25. From noon to 9 p.m.. The park will be hopping with music, food and beer made from the first hops of the season.

The Fresh Hop Beer Festival is sponsored by Three Creeks Brewing Company in Sisters, along with the Sisters Country Chamber of Commerce and the Oregon Brewers Guild.

“It’s a great opportunity to try fresh hop beer,” says Pat

Shea, head brewer at Three Creeks Brewing.

Shea, called “Patio” by his brewing friends, has been brewing beer more than 10 years and admits that brewing beer with fresh hops is a challenge, but one that inspires a brewer’s creativity.

“It’s often a head scratcher to get

it right, but that’s what

makes

brewing beer fun,” he said.According to many beer aficionados,

hops are the “spice of life” for beer, the ingredient that provides balance to the sweetness of the barley malt. According to Oregon Brewers Guild, Oregon is the No. 2 grower of hops in the U.S., producing a 2009 crop value of $43 million dollars.

Only our neighbor to the north, Washington, grows more hops.

Hops is a plant that is harvested in late summer to early fall. The flower or cone of the plant is used in making beer, and most are dried and stored as whole-leaf hops or pelletized to be used throughout the year.

When first pulled from the vine, the hops flower is green and about 60 percent water by weight. Fresh hops, also called wet or un-dried hops, are used within hours of picking before the volatile oils and flavors are lost. They give beer an earthy, fresh taste with a distinctive flavor that is not overly hoppy to the taste.

Hops mainly contribute bitterness, aroma and flavor to beer, but fresh hops beer is often less bitter than its counterpart, made with dried hops.

At the Fresh Hop Beer Festival, Three Creeks Brewing will be presenting a fresh hops pale ale called Cone Licker. Shea will make a 10-barrel brew using about 30 pounds of a fresh hops variety called Crystal hops.

The resulting brew will be available at the festival and at the brewery until it’s sold out. There will be at least 10 craft brewers with their own special fresh hops brews at the festival.

Attending the festival is free, but to taste the beers you’ll need to purchase a taster glass for $5. Each tasting costs $1. The event is a nonprofit fundraiser for the Sisters Chamber of Commerce.

“We want this to be a community event for Central Oregon,” said Three Creeks owner, Wade Underwood. “We’re planning to make this a yearly event. It’s an opportunity to highlight this great seasonal beer and Oregon craft brewers.”

If you’re interested in attending this year’s Fresh Hop Beer Festival, you can call Three Creeks Brewing at 541-549-1963 or visit their website at www.threecreeksbrewing.com.

First-annual event celebrates fresh-hops beer.Fresh Hop Beer Festival

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, OCT. 9-10

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by Lori Gleichman, for The Bulletin Special Projects

Sisters is adding a new event to an already packed fall schedule, one designed to draw mountain bikers to town.

“We’re hoping to get as many as 400 participants,” said Ken Serkownek, one of the volunteer organizers of the new Sisters Mountain Bike Festival. “And we’re hoping to raise as much as $15,000 for the Sisters Trail Alliance and Sisters School Foundation.”

The Sisters Mountain Bike Festival, to be held Friday through Sunday, Oct. 1-3, will feature three days of activities, with mountain bikers enjoying each other, the town of Sisters, and great rides on four courses designed around the 28 miles of hiking, mountain biking and horse trails in the Peterson Ridge Trail system on the edge of Sisters.

“It’s a full range of mountain biking,” said Serkownek, “Riders can enjoy a hard-core 50-Mile Epic Ride Challenge to a level, easy loop for families.”

Other rides include a 28-Mile advanced loop, and a 15-Mile intermediate loop. All the rides will be signed and supported with refreshment and aid stations along the routes.

Serkownek stressed that this is not a race, but rather an opportunity to get to know Sisters and the new Peterson Ridge Trail System. He also stressed that the routes were not damaged in the recent Rooster Rock fire.

The festivities will be centered around the Five Pines Conference Center and will start on Friday, Oct. 1 with registration and

an invitation to explore Sisters.“Each registration includes a ticket to a

movie at the Sisters Movie House, a voucher for a drink at the Three Creeks Brewery, which will also have music and dancing, and free access to the Sisters Athletic Club,” said Serkownek.

Saturday will be a full day of riding for adults, and a mountain bike camp for children 7 and older.

“They’ll learn basic mountain biking skills and go on a guided trail ride,” said Serkownek.

Registration also includes a packaged lunch by Three Creeks Brewing and a catered dinner Saturday night by Thyme Restaurant.

In addition, vendors will have displays of bike products, and bikes will be available for demonstration rides. There will be a breakfast in Village Green Park Sunday morning, and organizers may add another ride, according to Serkownek.

The Sisters Mountain Bike Festival is the brainchild of Jerry Norquist, the executive director of Cycle Oregon, said Serkownek.

“He thought it would be a great way to promote Sisters to mountain bikers throughout the Northwest and a great way to bring people to Sisters in the fall,” he said.

People interested in registering for the Sisters Mountain Bike Festival can go online to ww.sistersmountainbikefestival.com and click on the registration link. Cost is $125 for adults by Aug. 31; children 7 to 17 are $50, and children under 6 are free. Cost for adults will go up to $150 on Sept. 1.

Sisters’ Mountain Bike Festival added to already busy fall festival schedule

Fat Tire Fun!

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, OCT. 1-3

A fund-raising event for Sisters Trails Alliance and Sisters Schools Foundation

$125Adult registration $150 after August 31.

Children 7–17 $50, Children 6 and under free

All routes signed & supported • Rest stops on the courses with snacks & beverages

• Parking and shuttles • Guided rides

50-mile Epic Ride Challenge • 35-mile Mini-Epic Challenge Ride

• 19-mile Intermediate Loop • Family Ride Loop

Saturday dinner catered by Thyme Restaurant • Saturday lunch provided by

Three Creeks Brewing

Live music Saturday evening • Free ticket to the Sisters Movie House

Lodging & camping available • Free access to Sisters Athletic Club

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by Kathy Oxborrow, for The Bulletin Special Projects

A dynamic trio of entrepreneurs launched Poppies, a Sisters gourmet garden market and eatery, which has everything from soup to nuts. Really. The establishment, the collective effort of Janet Zeulke, daughter Shayna Breslow and chef Brian Shea, opened in July to rave reviews. It specializes in gourmet and specialty food items and plants for the discerning gardener.

The unique concept — part nursery, part market, and part café — melds

the expertise of the three. Before moving to Sisters, Zeulke owned a Portland nursery, Shea created cuisine in Portland and his native Savannah, Georgia and Breslow had worked in her mother’s garden business and restaurants.

Zeulke said they wanted their patrons to experience an environment at Poppies where all of their senses were being touched. “We’ve created this incredible plate of food that’s beautiful not only to look at but to taste while you are sitting in this luscious garden,” she said.

Chef Shea calls his creations “Pacific Northwest Southern Fusion.” His southern roots can be seen in menu items such as fried green tomatoes and cold watermelon soup.

“It’s exciting when I look out the window and see the reaction of people when they take their first bite of something,” said Shae, adding, “When you go out and pick up plates it looks almost liked they’ve been licked clean.”

Breslow chimed in, “All the sauces on those plates are gone; you’ve got to wonder how they did it.”

There is no salt and pepper on the tables at Poppies. Shea said he’s a firm believer that the food he serves should taste perfect without additional condiments. But if customers ask for salt and pepper it’s available. In fact you

can find different varieties of gourmet salt in the market.

As you enter Poppies, the steps are lined with bright yellow sunflower plants and other potted flowering vegetation all of which are available for purchase. “I wanted to do a year-round garden center that specializes in perennials, unique and hard-to-find plants and a garden market,” said Zeulke.

But she knew that with Central Oregon’s winters there was no way a garden center could stay open year-round so that’s when Breslow and Shea entered the picture. Breslow joked that her mother lured her and Shea to Sisters from Portland with promises of various material goods, some of which have yet to materialize like the boat. The two, a couple since meeting in

Poppies, a Sisters groumet garden market and eatery, features a nursery, a market and a café.

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Savannah eight years ago, decided the offer was too good to pass up so they packed their bags and headed over the mountains.

At the time, Shea was operating the Grilled Cheese Grill, a Portland food cart business. He knew his creativity wasn’t being fully tapped with such a limited menu and realized being part of Poppies presented a rare opportunity he had to pursue.

One of Breslow’s first tasks was sleuthing sources for the market products and menu items. “I’m most proud of finding organic salami,” she said.

Poppies buys from local growers like Paradise Farms or receives produce from local gardeners who have grown more than they can consume or vegetables of which they are not that fond like this writer’s kale which she

gladly offered to Poppies. The building, originally a

residence, underwent major remodeling. The three tore down walls, moved stairs, added industrial kitchen features and painted the walls in cheerful yellow and orange hues. The market is in the main part of the building and sells a variety of products with an emphasis on local and sustainable. You can find everything from cards and dish soap to Irish butter and binoculars.

During summer months the food is served in the back yard where you are surrounded by beautiful plants and garden art. When winter comes food service will move inside. Lunch is served from 11 to 4 and Sunday brunch from 9 to 2.

The three emphasized the efforts of others who have contributed to the birth of Poppies and continue to be involved, people like Meg Lubinksy, a pastry chef, who supplies all of the desserts.

Giving back to the community is very important to them. Poppies is a Quilt Show and Sisters Folk Festival sponsor. Zeulke has provided plants

for the Festival for a few years and rarely turns down requests for gift certificates for nonprofit organizations.

What’s clear about the trio, other than their talents and generosity, is the respect, humor and joy with which they interact with each other. They are thoroughly enjoying their new endeavor.

“It’s exciting when I look out the window and see the reaction of people when they take their first bite of something. When you go out and pick up plates it looks almost liked they’ve been licked clean.”

Photos by Lyle Cox.

Sisters Country Events

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SISTERS WESTERN & NATIVE AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL: Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 4-5, Creekside Park. Live entertainment, demonstrations, food, fine art and more.

SISTERS FOLK FESTIVAL: Friday - Sunday, Sept. 10-12, throughout Sisters. Annual celebration of American music from blues to bluegrass.

SISTERS IN SISTERS CELEBRATION: Friday - Sunday, Sept. 24-26, FivePine Lodge. Round up your mom, sister, best friend and enjoy a weekend of great entertainment, food, workshops and special memories.

SISTERS FRESH HOP FESTIVAL: Saturday, Sept. 25, Noon-9 p.m., Village Green Park. Ten breweries proudly pouring their fresh hop beers with music, art, and food. Sponsored by Ray’s Market, FivePine Lodge and Conference Center and the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce.

FROM TIMBER TO TURNED WOOD: Saturday, Oct. 9. Lumberjack competition held in conjuction with the Sisters Harvest Faire, with food, entertainment and wood artists. Three shows available.

SISTERS HARVEST FAIRE: Saturday - Sunday, Oct. 9-10, Hood Avenue, downtown Sisters. A juried arts and crafts festival of more than 200 artists. Food, live entertainment by Moon Mountain Ramblers, children’s activities and more.

SISTERS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY: 5:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 26, Barclay Park. This annual community event marks the beginning of each holiday season.

SISTERS CHRISTMAS PARADE: 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 27, Hood Avenue. A tradition for the whole family. After the parade, visit Santa and Mrs. Claus for refreshments and holiday cheer.

Join Us for Autumn Fun in

Sisters Country!Just moments away from the hustle and bustle of the big city - Sisters Country offers a variety of events throughout the autumn months for all members of the family to enjoy. Stop in and experience the Western and Native American Arts Festival over Labor Day weekend, stay for the 15th Annual Sisters Folk Festival, and of course you won’t want to miss the Friends of the Forest Day, Sisters Stride into Autumn, Photography in the Aspens, and much, much more...

If events aren’t your scene - hop on a mountain bike and hit the trail, or cast a fl y on the Metolius River - in the solitude of the Sisters Ranger District you can feel your stress level drop!

Join us on Hood Street October 9 & 10 for the Sisters Harvest Faire. Over 150 booths of handcrafted items for all to see, and buy too! This year, during the Harvest Faire - experience From Timber to Turned Wood! The Lumberjack Show is back! Complete with three performances of axe throwing, log rolling and more! Admission is open to all ages and is free. Visit www.sisterscountry.com for more information.

Log on to www.SistersCountry.com for a complete list of autumn activities, lodging specials, and more.

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