All The Best is here in this week’s Giggin Guide - Get Out There!

Autumn comes alive at the library this week with a mix of Sleepy Hollow–inspired arts, hands-on workshops, and performances for all ages. Whether you’re dipping candles like the villagers of Sleepy Hollow, joining a harp workshop, or diving into Leigh Bardugo’s Six of Crows universe, the library has something magical waiting for you.

The first day of fall arrived this past week. Out in the orchard, the mornings carry a chill, the sky deepens to that September blue, and the seasons shift once again. Farming teaches you that change is certain — the blossoms of spring give way to summer fruit, and autumn reminds us that nothing stays forever.

On the latest CCCNews Podcast, Executive Director and co-founder Kiara Kashubs described how the Gorge Farmer Collective started in March 2020, when farmers suddenly lost access to restaurants and markets. What began with five farms experimenting with an online marketplace has since expanded to more than 35 producers serving families, schools, food banks, and restaurants across Hood River, White Salmon, The Dalles, Mosier, and Lyle.

Downtown merchants are turning First Friday into a fight. They will be celebrating with deals, cocktails and fun with a serious cause — raising awareness and supporting neighbors battling cancer, a disease that’s touched them personally.

The Dalles Art Center is seeing a renaissance under the leadership of Executive Director Ellen Woods Potter, who joined this week’s “What’s Up, The Dalles” podcast to share big updates on public art, youth programming, and the center’s role in the evolving cultural fabric of downtown.

The blaze caused tens of thousands of dollars in damage as a pickup and two cars were destroyed on Sept. 29.

Deputies say Jacob Richman, 28, threatened family with a handgun in Lyle and told officers he’d “shoot it out” or be killed by cops before surrendering after two hours.

Since 1981, the United States has recognized October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. That’s 44 years of uniting people from all walks of life to end domestic violence. This year’s theme, promoted by the Domestic Violence Awareness Project, “With survivors, ALWAYS,” showcases that survivors deserve safety, support, and solidarity.

From a family talent showcase and a traditional Japanese tea ceremony to spooky crafts inspired by Sleepy Hollow, the library is full of ways to learn, laugh, and celebrate the season together.

North Wasco County School District (D21) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Allison (Allie) Ivey as its new Director of Teaching, Learning and Assessment (TLA). “I am honored to join the North Wasco County School District and contribute to its vision of schools where every student is known by name, strength, and need.

The Dalles Overground is proud to present the first annual Spooktober Film Festival at The Granada Theater. In celebration of all things spooky, we have selected 9 feature films and a series of animated shorts that will be screening at The Granada Theater throughout the month of October.

All The Best is here in this week’s Giggin Guide - Get Out There!

Columbia Center for the Arts (CCA) is proud to present two powerful, nature-inspired exhibitions this fall, on view October 3–November 9, 2025: Sky Hunters by Jen Smith in the Lobby Gallery, and Patterns in Nature, Variations on a Theme: A Retrospective by Steve Stegall in the Main Gallery.

The plan was for the rescue dog I’d chosen to be crammed in a crate and driven by van from Texas to The Dalles. The first text message I received from the Mutts and Meows Rescue in Missouri City, Texas, said they were departing from Texas on Sunday, then it was changed to Monday morning, then to late Monday afternoon. After a flurry of text messages, they reported the van left on Monday evening.

The Covid-19 vaccine is available without a prescription to everyone 6 months and older, under new guidance for residents of Oregon, Washington, California and Hawaii. The guidance was issued Sept. 17.

City staff to further clarify rules around food carts while one councilor takes on task of finding a spot for feeding houseless away from city sidewalks.

The City of White Salmon will begin roadwork at the intersection of NE Estes Avenue and NE Spring Street starting Tuesday, October 1, 2025. The work is expected to last approximately one week, weather and soil conditions permitting.

Mt. Adams Institute’s Sense of Place event series kicks off its 16th season on Wednesday, October 8 with Woven in Place: A Rancher’s Journey from Sheep to Fashion and the Olympics at Columbia Center for the Arts.

Beginning Monday, November 3, at 8:00 a.m., Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) will begin taking calls to schedule appointments for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for low-income residents in Skamania and Klickitat counties who need assistance paying their heating bills.