July 17th, 2010 by lobenhaus
Bigger & better than ever… sixth annual two day event, July 31 and August 1st. Wennerberg Park in Carlton, Oregon. Featuring world-class wineries, awesome food, talented artists, music & entertainment… classic auto show & MORE! This event benefits numerous local charities, especially for children’s services.
Reserve a room at the nearby Lobenhaus B & B.
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June 26th, 2010 by lobenhaus
Turkey Rama, McMinnville’s favorite annual summer festival will be held Friday & Saturday, July 9-10, 2010. One of McMinnville’s oldest traditions, Turkey Rama is celebrating its 50th year in 2010…so make plans now to join us!
Each year thousands of people flock to McMinnville for the food, fun and entertainment of Turkey Rama. The community festival observes the historical importance of the once-thriving turkey business in the surrounding county—the turkey farms are gone, but Turkey Rama lives on!
The McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce and the McMinnville Downtown Association are partnering once again to present the 2010 festivities which will feature the “World’s Largest Turkey BBQ,” the Downtown Festival in Historic 
Downtown McMinnville, the Turkey Trot (8K Race/2M Walk), the Biggest Turkey Contest, a Community Sock Hop, and much more! For more information, please contact the McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce at 503-472-6196.
McMinnville is located on Highway 99W, 35 miles southwest of Portland and 25 miles northwest of Salem.
The barbecue features fresh barbecued turkey, prepared on-site. Guests can order a turkey dinner or a fully cooked barbecued turkey-half to take home. Turkey dinners include a generous portion of turkey, potato salad and coleslaw, dinner roll, watermelon, cake and soft drink. Turkey dinners are $12 for adults, $8 for seniors and $6 for children.
Fully cooked barbecued turkey halves are $15 each. Turkey halves can be purchased at four locations around town—the BBQ site at Wortman Park (11 AM until sold out), Town Center/Rite-Aid (9 AM to 2 PM), Lowe’s Home Improvement parking lot (10 AM to 3 PM), and at the Downtown Information Booth (Noon until sold out).
Other community events will be held throughout McMinnville in conjunction with Turkey Rama. You can view a complete schedule of events.
Voice: 503.472.6196
June 16th, 2010 by lobenhaus
Freelance writer and journalist, Ann Terry Hill, brought her good friends for a whirl around the Carlton area. We appreciate great guests with kind words.
http://www.travelsavvynews.com/articles/Oregon_Highlights/Article-2010-06-14-188.php
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June 1st, 2010 by lobenhaus
A very special long weekend to remember those – living and many who have died so we may live in freedom. A 48 star flag “flies” proudly on our wall… my father died serving in the Army in WW II.
48 Star Memorial Flag
Memorial weekend marks the beginning of our 10 th season at the B & B. Breakfast included…Freedom Waffles topped with Old Glory Fruit ( Red strawberries, White whipped cream, Blueberries), Huevos Americana (crustless quiche), Uncle Sam sausages (grilled chicken/apple) and Justice Juice (toasted our anniversary with Mimosas, made with our local Argyle Brut). A house full of wonderful guests made the celebration more meaningful.
May 16th, 2010 by lobenhaus
Tandem Cyclists
Recent guests from the East Coast showed us the very best way to see the country is on a bicycle. This adventuresome couple brought their tandem bike on the airplane – all apart in its special case. They rode about 30 miles each day – in 10 mile increments – stopping to allow for breaks in the weather, to meet & chat with the locals, to smell the “roses”, and to taste some fine wine. They even took the Wheatland Ferry across the Willamette River to a wonderful park on the other side.
We were honored to host them at our Bed & Breakfast for 5 days…. more proof only the best guests stay at B & B s.
April 5th, 2010 by lobenhaus
Reserve now! Annual event featuring 25 wineries from the Yamhill Carlton AVA and food pairing samples from 5 local restaurants. Economic stimulus! Purchase online now for $20 or $25 at the door - all 25 wineries with several vintages each - all inclusive!
May 1, 2010 11am-4pm 
Saturday
Anne Amie Vineyards
6580 NE Mineral Springs Road
Carlton, OR 97111
503 864 2991
Stay a night or two at nearby at a fine Bed and Breakfast… the Lobenhaus..we will be attending the event as certified growers to offer educational insights to the wonderful grapes grown in the Y-C soils.
March 21st, 2010 by lobenhaus
Lobenhaus Spring Flowers
Spring has sprung… the grounds are in full boom… sun is shining in Carlton, Oregon. Guests this weekend from MD & FL were so thrilled to be in OR… amazed it did not rain once while they were here for a conference in Portland…. they took a day to travel the Columbia Gorge, with stops to visit the falls… and all the way to Mt. Hood. The next day they motored to the coast ( a bit busy there due to spring break), then drove to wine country for a grand finale to their trip. This morning a very early healthy breakfast sent them on their journey to the airport for long flight home. Only the BEST guests stay at B & Bs !!!
March 15th, 2010 by lobenhaus
Wrapping up a 3 day weekend of wine, food, crafts and entertainment at the 17 th annual McMinnville Wine & food Classic “SIP”. this not-to-be missed event is held at the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. One can explore the variety of culinary offerings as well as observe top local chefs as they demonstrate their skills… samples for all. Musical offerings include strains from a peaceful baby grand pianist as well as jumping small bands & vocalists.
Of course, wine tasting from over 60 Oregon wineries…. samples & glasses being poured by their own vintners. Featured ..special pricing on multiple bottle purchases.
Designated driver program participants are encouraged with free mugs with soda refills. Drink responsibly. Shuttle services to complimentary parking.
The very best part is that we innkeepers get to attend a highly rated wine event so close to home…a time to join our guests!
March 7th, 2010 by lobenhaus
The Lobenhaus had a very special visitor the other day – a handsome American Bald Eagle! Wish I could share a photo… but he gave me the eagle eye & soared away. Mr. Eagle was flying from tree to tree watching the rainbow trout in our pond. Absolutely beautiful in flight! Here is a partial list of winged friends you may sight (seasonal & transient)) around our grounds of natural habitat woods, creek & vineyards: Downy woodpeckers, Steller & scrub Jays, White crowned sparrows, American Robins, Black-capped Chickadees, Rufous Towhees, House Wrens, Viotent-green & Barn Swallows, Northern (Bullocks’s) Orioles, Belted Kingfishers, Killdeer, Common flicker, Red-winged Blackbirds, Anna’s & Rufous Hummingbirds, Cedar Waxwings, American Goldfinch, Mourning Doves,Western Bluebirds, Evening Grosbeaks… by the water: Great Blue Heron, Osprey, Turkey Vultures, American Kestrel, Mallards, Buffle Heads & Wood Ducks.. at night, various owls may serenade… they keep out of sight & are not identified. We welcome your visit, a day or two, or just an afternoon - bring binoculars, picnic & Oregon Pinot Noir!
