…through the eyes of local resident/historian Chet Smith. No admission; donations accepted to the Baker County Historical Society, event sponsors. 7pm Baker Heritage Museum

See the brilliant colors of Fall in all their glory. Special runs of the Sumpter Valley Railroad with lots of stops for photography. This weekend only!

Welcome runners, friends and fans! The Hells Canyon Relay is the Longest Traditional Running Relay in the Americas,
and the 2nd Longest Traditional Running Relay in the World. More info and register at

http://www.hellscanyonrelay.com/

We’ve been crafting great cocktails since 1889, so we’ve learned a thing or two. Learn our secrets of making really great cocktails. Mixologist focuses on a different cocktail at every class. You’ll enjoy a full-on cocktail experience including appetizers and take home a recipe card to wow your friends! $12 per person, rsvp required.

Steph Gordon plays favorites on her violin in the Café Dec 30, 7:30-10:30. Sure, she’s country and local; but did you know she’s played Carnegie Hall? Toured with Bluegrass and Country Music legends? No charge, stop by Fridays 7-10pm

It’s full steam ahead for this once a year special access weekend for railroad fans and history buffs! Events begin Saturday with a Step Back in Time Tour at 3:30. Then a social at 5:30, followed by Presentations and book signing at 5:30 and 6:30 by authors Leonard Merritt and Alfred Mullett (yep, they wrote the books on the SVRR!) 7:30 Prime Rib dinner and lots of conversation. On Sunday, we head out to “the yard” in Sumpter for a private tour. Ride along on a the “season test run”; pitch wood, blow the whistle, ring the bell—you know, just generally get dirty and have fun ! $68 per person, $35 tax deductible, because that goes to the non profit org, plus you’ll recieve an annual membership as a Friend of the Sumpter Valley Railroad! Kids under 16 can join the fun without membership (no host dinner), up to one per Adult.

Taste the wonders of handcrafted chocolate at this free event. Artisan chocolatier Patrick Nauman will showcase his creations. Indulge in a Chocolate Fountain, truffles, caramels and more. We’ll be taking special orders for Valentines Day. Dont miss this once a year event (oh, and did we say that its FREE?)

The annual extravaganza is back! Everything you want is here! Prawns and other delicacies to start. Chef carved Maple Glazed Ham and Certified Angus Baron of Beef are the stars of the feast, but you wont want to miss Spring Chicken, Quiche, Biscuits and Gravy. You’ll enjoy an array of freshly prepared salads and all the side dishes such as Scalloped Potatoes and Green Beans Almondine. Find Whiskey Bread Pudding, Cakes, Puddings, Pies, Tarts, even Creme Brulee on the Dessert Buffet. All ages delight in the Chocolate Fountains (two!) with all the accompaniments, like strawberries, apricots, poundcake and more. Includes Lemonade, Iced Tea and Coffee station. Adults $26.99 Seniors (60+) $22.99 Kids under age 12 $14.99 Babes in high chairs no charge. Advance reservations a must; open 11a-4p Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance, and she’s not stingy with the chocolate eggs; bring your camera to capture the special memories of the day!

Drum+Bugle rocks the Palm Court! Local funmakers, Baker’s our own Elks Drum and Bugle Corp, will rock out Friday night about 7:30 pm. Make your reservation now for a table in the Palm Court !

What better time and what better place to spend Halloween than the Geiser Grand Hotel? We’re closing off Main Street for a big Trick or Treat Party 4-6pm; all ages can join in the stroll; or just watch the show from the Saloon, while you enjoy Happy Hour treats! Scavenger contest follows 7-9pm; the more you know about the Geiser and Baker City history, and the “ghosties”, the better your chance to win great prizes.