How Did They Do It?
I found this interesting event going on this Saturday February 20 in Lake Oswego:
"How Did They Do It?
Graham’s Book & Stationery, Saturday, February 20, 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M., at 460 2nd St. 503.636.5676
Whether in Montana’ Marias Coulee or Oregon’s Oswego, the settlers of the early 1900s had to be hardworking as well as innovative. They developed skills, tools and science to help them survive and succeed. Come to Graham’s to explore four of the disciplines that have survived and thrived to the 2000s: blacksmithing, dowsing, fiddle playing and reading the night sky. Graham’s Book & Stationery, Saturday, February 20, 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
How Did They Do It?
Dowsing Techniques Then & Now 10-4
Horse & Buggy Rides 11-3
(Hear a docent for the Oregon Historical Society, Frank Graham, describe the olden days of Lake Oswego as the carriage trots around the downtown area.)
Blacksmithing Demonstrations 11-4
Old Time Music Demos 12-1:30
(banjo, musical saw, spoons, limberjack, jaw harp, washtub bass & more)
Old Time Music Show 2-3"
And the fun doesn't end then. In the evening they are having
"An Old Fashioned Hoedown
West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way 503.697.6500, Saturday, February 20, 5-8 P.M.
In the spirit of Lake Oswego’s Centennial Celebration we turn back the clock and enjoy a good old fashioned “barn dance.” Well, it’s not exactly in a barn, but we can promise a delightfully refreshing change of pace for folks who want to celebrate the past and who can still kick up their heels. Professional callers will be on hand to teach the basics and a few fancy turns too. Enjoy the excitement of dancing Virginia Reels, waltzes and even jigs! Bring the whole family for a walk back in time. West End Building, Saturday, February 20, 5-8 P.M."
And I noticed they are having a really wacky event Thursday Feb. 25 at 7PM- Open mic whistling???
"Open Mic at the Library with Featured Guest Performer - Handwhistler
Thursday, February 25, 7:00 P.M.
Handwhistler Sally Cohn will be featured at this month’s Open Mic event and will be accompanied by guitarist Barbara Thurber. Handwhistling includes several styles: one-finger, two fingers, clasped hands, and cupped hands. Both the clasped-hand and cupped-hand methods use thumb knuckles together as a mouthpiece. Ms. Cohn has been handwhistling for nearly 60 years using the cupped-hand method. Other local whistlers are invited to join her for an evening of whistling in honor of The Whistling Season. Whether or not you whistles, if you would like to share your talent you are welcome to participate. Sign up begins at 6:30 P.M. Performances are limited to five minutes. Everyone is invited to attend. Library, Thursday, February 25, 7:00 P.M."
Here's their website: http://www.ci.oswego.or.us/library/calendar/WhistlingSeason.htm#Events
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