Yakisoba noodles are big at the Oregon State Fair in Salem.  How big?  Last year, over 14,000 pounds of the noodles were sold to the 357,000 people that attended the fair!  This being Oregon, local wines and microbrews also take center stage, at the Beer Garden and the Oregon Wine Patio, where local cheeses are also available.  Don’t miss the stand operated by the Oregon Dairy Women, where you can enjoy their famous thick, rich, soft-serve ice cream.  They are said to make some kick-ass shakes, too.

Willie Nelson will be performing on the 29th.  Both Sundays are designated as Dia de la Familia: a celebration of Mexican culture that will include authentic Mexican foods and a Jaripeo (Mexican rodeo).  The Wine Celebration Oregon, outdoors in the Hart of the Garden, is tonight, the 22nd: your $45 ticket gives you the opportunity to sample over 200 local wines and enjoy tastings from 10 Oregon chefs.