A little local coverage from the communities.

February 15-17, Klamath Basin Winter Wings Festival, Klamath Falls
The Basin is home to over 350 species of birds throughout the year. The purpose of the Festival is to share information, increase awareness of community resources and gain an understanding of our wildlife resources, especially the birds of the Klamath Basin. Festival will offer many workshops for all levels, tours, vendors, displays, and activities attractive to families at low or no cost. For more information, call 541-882-1219 or visit http://www.winterwingsfest.org.

February 15-24, Portland Jazz Festival, Portland
This year's Festival is presenting renowned saxophonist, Branford Marsalis (2/16); clarinetist & saxophonist Don Byron's Music of Junior Walker & The All-Stars project (2/17); ECM recording artist sax man Trygve Seim; pianist Geri Allen (2/17) with her trio; trumpeter Dave Douglas (2/17); Kurt Elling & Patricia Barber (2/24) for a West Coast "Evening at the Green Mill;" and saxophone legend Charles Lloyd (2/18) on a double bill with Tomasz. For more information, call 503-228-JAZZ (5299) or visit http://www.pdxjazz.com.

February-October, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Ashland
Time Magazine calls this "One of the top five regional theatres in the country". It will draw over 120,000 play goers this year. The festival has Shakespeare and other great playwrights on its multiple venues. For more information, call 541-482-4331 or visit http://www.osfashland.org.

March 8-9, Oregon Chocolate Festival, Ashland
Chocolate tasting and purchasing. Recipes, kids stuff, seminars on chocolate and much more. FREE and Vendors, At the Ashland Springs Hotel, 212 E. Main St, Ashland. For more information, call 1-888-795-4545 or visit http://www.ashlandspringshotel.com.

March 8-11, Southcoast Clambake Jazz Festival, Coos Bay and North Bend
20th Annual Southcoast Clambake Jazz Festival. Headquarters: Mill Casino Hotel in Coos Bay. Featured Bands: Boomer Band, Evolution, High Street, King Cotton, Sister Swing, Stompy Jones, 10th Avenue J.B., Uptown Lowdown, Young Bucs, About Time Big Band, Youth Bands. A.E. Badges: $55 until 2/15 then $60. Daily badges available. For more information, write Southcoast Dixieland Clambake, PO Box 374, North Bend OR 97459-0030, or call 541-888-4386. Credit Card Badge Orders, 800-953-4800. http://www.clambakejazz.org.

May 2-4, Columbia Gorge Fiddle Contest, Hood River
Come enjoy a Friday evening concert or on Saturday and Sunday listen to some of the nation’s best contest fiddlers as well as fresh new talent and acoustic pickers to impromptu jams. For those who like to play together, or jam, there are plenty of places to gather a group large or small. For a more detailed schedule and information, visit http://www.columbiagorgefiddlecontest.com.

May 17, Pole Pedal Paddle, Bend
Teams, pairs, and individual participants are composed of recreational and expert athletes competing from Mt. Bachelor to an outdoor amphitheater in Bend. The participants alpine ski, cross-country ski, bike, run, canoe/kayak and sprint to the finish! We invite you to take part in the festivities and enjoy Central Oregon. For more information call 541-388-0002 or visit http://www.mbsef.org

June 9-11, The Chewaucan Challenge, Paisley
The first elite fly fishing tournament on one of America's last wild fish rivers. Officially categorized as 'the 36th best fishing spot in the Northwest', a full fifty miles of untouched and yet accessible river will be open for tournament fishing. Both novice anglers with exceptional access to a wild river that does not require technical casts and experienced anglers will relish a rare challenge: catching a wild fish on the fly. For more information, call 541-943-3141 or visit http://lakecountychamber.org

June - September, Britt Festivals, Jacksonville
Now in its 46th year, Britt Festivals is the Pacific Northwest's premiere outdoor summer performing arts festival. Located in the historic 1850s gold rush town of Jacksonville, Britt presents dozens of summer concerts, featuring world-class artists in classical music, dance, jazz, blues, folk, bluegrass, world, pop and country music. For more information call 800-882-7488, 541-773-6077 or visit http://www.brittfest.org

July 18-July 21, 18th Annual Draft Horse Show at Eagle Crest Resort, Redmond
This popular annual event features over 100 of the biggest and best draft horses in America. For more information contact Eagle Crest at 923-2453 or visit hhttp://www.eagle-crest.com

July 25-27, Paisley Mosquito Festival, Paisley
This 25th annual festival promises to be the largest and most active with the 2008 theme, "WE SUPPORT OUR ARMED FORCES". Not to be missed, this festival offers a Grand Parade, along with a Cowboy Rodeo, a Fly-In with private planes from all over the Northwest, and a Car Show N' Shine including customs, classics, antiques and exotic cars. Entertainment and food abounds throughout the weekend. For more information call, 541-943-3314 or visit http://paisley.presys.com/mosq.htm

August 10-August 23, Sunriver Music Festival, Sunriver
The Music Festival welcomes you to their 31st season. This world class event is sure to please audiences of all ages in beautiful Sunriver resort. Concerts and other Events are posted on the website at http://www.sunrivermusic.org or call at 541-593-9310.

August 11-August 17, The JELD-WEN Tradition, Sunriver
Presented by Umpqua Bank, Oregon's biggest professional golf tournament and one of five major championships on the Champions Tour. This year, the tournament will make its debut in Central Oregon at one of the state's top-rated golf courses, Sunrivers Crosswater Golf Club. This will be the fifth year the JELD-WEN Tradition plays in Oregon

August 17-23, 2008 Hang On Hang Gliding Nationals, Lakeview
Black Cap Mountain will be the location hosting this six day event bringing in the finest hang gliding pilots from around the country. This national competition includes out & return, triangles and cross country race to goal. Spectators can take in the beautiful sights as well as enjoy BBQ, a Paper Airplane contest, and a fireworks display. For more information call 541-947-6040 or visit http://lakecountychamber.org

August 22-September 1, The Oregon State Fair, Salem
Come join a statewide tradition with exhibits, rides, events and entertainment all in the state capital of Salem. Experience the thrill of a modern day fair while taking in all of your old-time favorites. For more information, call 503-947-3247 or visit http://www.oregonstatefair.org/fair/index.htm

August 23-August 30, Cascade Festival of Music
"Music and Hope" -- A different concert every night beginning Saturday, August 23 and ending Saturday, August 30. For tickets and further information visit http://www.cascademusic.org or phone 888-545-7435.

September 5-September 7, Sisters Folk Festival, Sisters
Featuring acoustic american music from blues to bluegrass. National, Regional and Local performers, multiple events and workshops with a songwriting contest. For more information, call (541) 549-4979 or visit http://www.sistersfolkfestival.com

September 10-13, Pendleton Roundup, Pendleton
The Pendleton Roundup is held in the second full week of September. It's billed as the USA's best rodeo. Established in 1909, the celebration includes an old-fashioned rodeo, cowboy breakfasts, a parade, a country music concert, dances, art shows, and a nightly pageant that details the history of Native Americans and pioneers of the area. For more information, call 541-276-2553 or visit http://www.pendletonroundup.com.

October 4, Hood River Hops Fest, Hood River, Hood River
Hood River Hops celebrates the harvest season by showcasing outstanding and unique Northwest beers. Come sample smooth, malty beers and very hoppy ales brewed with local fresh hops! Hood River Hops will showcase 20 breweries, regional wineries, hard apple cider and tasty rootbeers. Free for the whole family. The event is located downtown and will feature live music. For more information, call 541-490-0022 or visit http://www.hood-river-hops.com

October 9-12, Bend Film Festival, Bend
Currently in its 5th year, the BendFilm Festival transforms Bend from a recreational haven into a town possessed by the soul of independent filmmaking. Presenting more than seventy films throughout the heart of Bend during the weekend, the festival provides attendees with intimate access to all the action, including dynamic panel discussions and a full slate of parties and receptions with esteemed jurors, industry veterans and special guests. In 2006, MovieMaker magazine wrote, .the BendFilm Festival is a destination that festival fairy tales are made of." For more information, call 541-388-3378 or visit http://www.bendfilm.org

Nov 18, Applegate Valley Uncorked, Jacksonville
Fall Barrel Tour. Join Valley View Winery as we showcase the 2005 and 2006 vintages that are in the barrel. Tickets $40 includes appetizers and Riedel glass. Call 541-899-8468 or http://www.valleyviewwinery.com.

November 16-18, The Dodge Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo, Redmond
The Columbia River Pro Rodeo Circuit is a part of the circuit system within the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association comprised of Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Come see the Dodge Columbia River Pro Rodeo Circuit crown their finals champions in bareback, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc, tie-down roping, barrel racing and bull ridging! The event is held at the Deschutes County Hooker Creek Expo Center Indoor Arena. For more info, call 888-849-2723 or visit: http://www.columbiarivercircuitfinalsrodeo.com