Sept. 6

Downhill mountain bike racing, 9 a.m.: The Summit at Snoqualmie continues its series of downhill mountain bike races at The Summit Bike Park. Check in is from 9-10 a.m.; practice runs are from 9:30-10:30 a.m.; race runs are from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; awards are at 2 p.m. A practice lap is required, and competitors can take up to two timed runs, the fastest of which will be counted.

Snoqualmie Valley Art Studio Tour, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: North Bend Art and Industry is hosting the first annual Snoqualmie Valley Art Studio Tour. Visit 10 artists at eight studios in North Bend and Snoqualmie to see behind the scenes of how they make art, as well as purchase from them. For the full list of participating artists, visit northbendartandindustry.org/snoqualmie-valley-open-studio-tours.

Fall native plant sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Oxbow Farm in Carnation is hosting its fall native plant sale with over 80 native plants to choose from. Shoppers can arrive starting at 9 a.m. for coffee, pop-up demonstrations and to get in line for the sale. The farm will also host 30-minute mini sessions and tours throughout the day. For more information, visit oxbow.org/event/fall-native-plant-sale-2025.

Summit at Snoqualmie live music, 1-3 p.m.: The Summit at Snoqualmie is hosting live music this month for the Shoulder Season Sessions. Bands will play on the plaza at Silver Fir on Sept. 6, Sept. 13 and Sept. 20. Local jamgrass band The High Seagrass will play Sept. 6. Event is free and open to all ages.

The Bad Things Vaudeville Show, 7 p.m.: Miller’s in Carnation is hosting The Band Things, a group formed in 2002 that describes itself as “South Seattle junkyard cabaret.” The show will feature the Chaotic Noise Marching Corps, Eva Jinx, Rue Thaday, Jenny Penny and MC J9 Fierce. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at millerscarnation.com/events.

Sept. 10

Fall City Blood Drive, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Bloodworks Northwest will host a blood drive at CarePoint Clinic in Fall City. Those interested should book their appointment ahead of time at bloodworksnw.org/giveblood.

Sept. 11

Final North Bend farmers market, 3:30-7:30 p.m.: The final event of the North Bend farmers market’s 20th season. Visit Si View Park for fresh produce, artisan vendors and live music. For more information, visit siviewpark.org/farmers-market.phtml.

Sept. 11-13

Friends of the North Bend Library Book Sale: The North Bend Friends of the Library is hosting its used book sale to support the library’s programming. The sale is open Sept. 11 and Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sept. 13 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sept. 13

Oxbow Farm restoration work party, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Oxbow Farm and Conservation Center in Carnation is hosting another restoration work party. Volunteers can help plant native species, remove invasive plants and promote resilient landscapes. Registration is required and can be done by filling out a volunteer application at oxbow.org.

Charcuterie Making Workshop, 1:30-3 p.m.: Join Seattle charcuterie catering company Boards by Erica at Big Block Brewing in Carnation. Attendees can expect guided charcuterie board creation, tips on how to balance flavors and aesthetics and a custom charcuterie box to take home. Tickets also include a glass of beer and a cheese tasting, as well as 20% off of a future booking with Boards by Erica. Registration is $60 and can be done at eventbrite.com/o/boards-by-erica-104721276261.

Duvall Harvest Festival, 3-7 p.m.: Duvall’s Harvest Festival at Novelty Hill Farm will celebrate the city’s roots and farmers. Events include live music, a rooster crowing contest, square dancing, several kid-friendly activities, a vendor market, food trucks and more. Visit duvallharvestfestival.com for the complete schedule.