This calendar is the place to find fun events happening throughout Grays Harbor County including Aberdeen, Hoquiam, Westport, Ocean Shores, Elma, Montesano and beyond.
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Meet with a Navigator to get free, in-person assistance enrolling into a health plan today! Knowing your options can save you time and money. Please bring the following information and documents for all household members:
Legal name
Birth date
Identification number (Social Security Number or immigration information)
Relationship to you (spouse, mother, child)
Income before taxes Tax filing status (this is what you report on IRS tax forms)
Proof of income if your income has changed since you last filed taxes
Current health insurance information (coverage dates, group number and policy number)
Proof of immigration status if you are a legal permanent resident
Proof of Tribal status if you are a Registered American Indian/Alaska Native
Meet with a Navigator to get free, in-person assistance enrolling into a health plan today! Knowing your options can save you time and money. Please bring the following information and documents for all household members:
Legal name
Birth date
Identification number (Social Security Number or immigration information)
Relationship to you (spouse, mother, child)
Income before taxes Tax filing status (this is what you report on IRS tax forms)
Proof of income if your income has changed since you last filed taxes
Current health insurance information (coverage dates, group number and policy number)
Proof of immigration status if you are a legal permanent resident
Proof of Tribal status if you are a Registered American Indian/Alaska Native
Pack a lunch and join us at the Discovery Trail! Celebrate the new year with new native plants, fresh air, and exercise.
What to expect: planting native plants along the Chehalis River; restoring previous planting efforts; some invasive removal; a winters day among friends; great birding opportunities.
What to bring: lunch and your preferred gloves. We have all the equipment needed and some gloves to spare!
Beach activities, children’s activities and more family fun!
Beach activities, children’s activities and more family fun!
Grays Harbor Emergency Management
Personal Preparedness Forum
**THIS IS A FREE EVENT OPEN TO ALL**
COME LEARN ABOUT…..
1. Site specific risk and hazards for emergency and natural disasters.
2. How to better prepare yourself to reduce the impact of any disaster event in your community, home, family and pets too!!!
3. Disaster medication preparation. (Sharon Wallace, Ph.D., RN)
4. Learn how to get involved in your community.
The North Beach Singers of Ocean Shores will present their Spring Concert: A Rainbow of Color. Each song is based on a color: i.e. Purple People Eater, Yellow Submarine, Blue Moon, Red River Valley, Over the Rainbow.
Admission is a donation of food or money to the North Beach Food Bank.
The North Beach Singers of Ocean Shores will present their Spring Concert: A Rainbow of Color. Each song is based on a color: i.e. Purple People Eater, Yellow Submarine, Blue Moon, Red River Valley, Over the Rainbow.
Admission is a donation of food or money to the North Beach Food Bank.
Artists of all media are invited to create functional and not so functional pieces of “clothing” and accessories to be presented in a one-of-a-kind runway fashion show to be held at the Ocean Shores Convention Center. This show is intended to create opportunities for local citizens, artists, and designers explore artistic expression in a fun, safe and encouraging environment by providing them a unique way to display their work. Tickets available at the Ocean Shores Convention Center Visitors Bureau and Dolores’ and Fay’s Boutique in Ocean Shores. A no-host bar will be available. Show is suitable for well behaved children 13 and older.
Put on by the Friends of Ocean Shores Library. Book sales are held in the Library Meeting Room. Books Galore: all genres – paperbacks, hard covers, fiction, cookbooks, children’s books, local interest, audio, DVD. Most 2 for $1.00. All proceeds and donations support programming for all ages at the Library. Donations welcome.
Put on by the Friends of Ocean Shores Library. Book sales are held in the Library Meeting Room. Books Galore: all genres – paperbacks, hard covers, fiction, cookbooks, children’s books, local interest, audio, DVD. Most 2 for $1.00. All proceeds and donations support programming for all ages at the Library. Donations welcome.
August 11 and 12, 2017 have been selected as the dates for the reunion for graduates of Moclips and North Beach High Schools. The reunion is held every three years, and is open to all graduates of the school’s 93-year history.
The reunion kicks off with a meet-and-greet Mexican fiesta on the 11th at the Quinault Beach Resort and Casino beginning at 6 PM.
Saturday the events begin with an 11 AM bowling event at the Ocean Shores Bowl, followed by a prime rib dinner Saturday night at the Quinault Beach Resort and Casino beginning at 5:30 PM and ending with a bonfire on the beach after the dinner.
The bowling party is open to all ages, with the evening events open to ages 21 and over only.
Signup is available on by going to the reunion event site, or by contacting Julie (Figg) Stryker, or send an email to mayesjn@aol.com for more details.
Mention “All-Hyak Reunion” for discounted room rates at the Quinault Beach Resort and Casino.
Dogs and their parents are invited to this festival celebrating the talents and uniqueness of our special loved ones. Games and sporting events and an auction all Fido friendly.
August 11 and 12, 2017 have been selected as the dates for the reunion for graduates of Moclips and North Beach High Schools. The reunion is held every three years, and is open to all graduates of the school’s 93-year history.
The reunion kicks off with a meet-and-greet Mexican fiesta on the 11th at the Quinault Beach Resort and Casino beginning at 6 PM.
Saturday the events begin with an 11 AM bowling event at the Ocean Shores Bowl, followed by a prime rib dinner Saturday night at the Quinault Beach Resort and Casino beginning at 5:30 PM and ending with a bonfire on the beach after the dinner.
The bowling party is open to all ages, with the evening events open to ages 21 and over only.
Signup is available on by going to the reunion event site, or by contacting Julie (Figg) Stryker, or send an email to mayesjn@aol.com for more details.
Mention “All-Hyak Reunion” for discounted room rates at the Quinault Beach Resort and Casino.
Attention kayak, canoe, and rowing enthusiasts. All skill levels are welcome! Human-powered boat activities on the North Park lakes and canals of Ocean Shores. Race, Poker Paddle, picnic, seminars and the latest in paddling gear at end-of-season prices.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
“We are coming together because we are tired of Grays Harbor County’s economic devastation and we are working together to make our city a better place for everyone,” says Mashyla Buckmaster, organizer with Harbor Rising and Chaplains the Harbor.
June 12th, 2018
CONTACTS:
Mashyla Buckmaster (360) 580-4278
Stina Janssen (360) 301-3340
Downtown Future Housing Site Tour and Vigil to advance vision for 2,000 affordable housing units in Aberdeen Revitalization Plan
Aberdeen, WA – Residents of Aberdeen who have experienced homelessness first-hand and housing-insecure families advocate that affordable housing must be a central emphasis in Aberdeen’s Revitalization Plan. Saturday, under the banner “Harbor Rising,” we will gather to welcome the Most Reverend Michael Curry, presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church, to the streets of Aberdeen. Having sermonized at the Royal Wedding, Curry is now an international household name. Presiding Bishop Curry’s presence honors the work of our local community, which is rising to the challenge as we face down a housing crisis and advance lasting solutions.
Local residents will lead a downtown tour highlighting both our plight and our potential for future affordable housing and treatment centers, demonstrating our vision to the Presiding Bishop and members of the New Poor People’s Campaign visiting from across Washington State. We will end the day with a vigil at Aberdeen City Hall to honor the many lives lost due to homelessness in our community. The tour will meet at 3:00pm Saturday, June 16th in the parking lot next to Jay’s Fruit Stand (corner of South G St and E Heron St, Aberdeen, WA 98520) and will end at City Hall (200 E Market St) for a vigil.
Making housing a central priority in Aberdeen’s Revitalization Plan would address issues at the heart of citywide concern for Aberdeen’s economic future.
In recent weeks, the City has responded to homelessness with ordinances that would punish homeless people for the housing crisis. There have been community efforts to evict the largest homeless camp in the city. Like the City and the business community, we want a better future for our city and we want businesses and workers to do well.
We mourn the devastating loss of the Aberdeen Armory, which housed vital services including Meals on Wheels, the Museum of History, and Coastal Community Action Program, a provider of housing assistance. Despite the backlog the fire’s destruction will place on housing resources, we know that as a resilient community, we will rise.
Those who know homelessness firsthand have a vision to restore our county and its people by rebuilding our housing stock. One in sixteen people—approximately 1,000 people—are homeless in Aberdeen (DSHS 2017). For every 100 extremely low-income families in Grays Harbor, there are just 17 housing affordable units available. For the 1,775 extremely low-income households in the county, there are only 615 affordable units available, and for the 1,715 very low-income households, only 605 affordable units are available (American Community Survey Data 2016).
Meanwhile in Aberdeen, 11.7% of housing, 862 units, stand vacant (US Census 2010), most of these currently unfit for human habitation. We propose that 2,000 units be built or restored in Aberdeen to fill the gap in affordable housing availability. Harbor Rising imagines responsible agencies partnering with local organizations to provide housing including pathways to home-ownership and employment in housing construction and restoration. The Future Housing Site tour, led by people who have experienced homeless and housing insecurity first-hand.
The tour will end at City Hall for a vigil for those who have died on the street, prayer, and words from Presiding Bishop Curry.
Harbor Rising is made up of people with experiences of homelessness and housing insecurity, local residents, and organizations including Chaplains on the Harbor, Democracy Rising, Blind Justice and more.
LOVE LETTERS
Written by A. R. Gurney
Directed by Ben Hohman
Reader’s Theatre for all ages.
Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, both born to wealth and position, are childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence begins with birthday party thank you notes and summer camp postcards. Romantically attached, they continue to exchange letters through the boarding school and college years, where Andy goes on to excel at Yale and law school, while Melissa flunks out of a series of “good schools.” While Andy if off at war, Melissa marries, but her attachment to Andy remains strong and she continues to keep in touch as he marries, becomes a successful attorney, gets involved in politics and eventually is elected to the U.S. Senate. Meanwhile, her marriage in tatters, Melissa dabbles in art and gigolos, drinks more than she should and becomes estranged from her children. Eventually she and Andy do become involved in a brief affair, but it is too late for both of them. However, Andy’s last letter, written to her mother after Melissa’s untimely death, makes it eloquently clear how much they really meant and gave to each other over the years; physically apart, perhaps, but spiritually as close as only true lovers can be.
Performance dates: Every Friday and Saturday evening with curtain time at 7:30. Each weekend features a different cast.
Tickets are $15.00 and are available online at:
aberdeendriftwood.com
Crown the Kings Entertainment / Artist Helping Artist LLC Presents:
The Perspective Album Release Party
Starring:
ReaLife
w/DJ Eskro
21+ Must Have ID
Join us!
Open Enrollment health insurance pre scheduled appointments and walk ups welcome. Sign up in advance for an in-person appointment during this event by following this link:
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Get non-bias, confidential and knowledgeable assistance with your Washington HealthPlanFinder health insurance application.
Additionally there will be:
Swag, Snacks & Beverages
Masks & other PPE
Other assorted resources and tokens of appreciation
Join us!
Open Enrollment health insurance pre scheduled appointments and walk ups welcome. Sign up in advance for an in-person appointment during this event by following this link:
https://calendly.com/crhn_navigator/spmc or call 360-819-7836
Get non-bias, confidential and knowledgeable assistance with your Washington HealthPlanFinder health insurance application.
Join us!
Open Enrollment health insurance pre scheduled appointments and walk ups welcome. Sign up in advance for an in-person appointment during this event by following this link:
https://calendly.com/crhn_navigator/aberdeen or call 360-819-7836
Get non-bias, confidential and knowledgeable assistance with your Washington HealthPlanFinder health insurance application.
Additionally there will be:
Swag, Snacks & Beverages
Masks & other PPE
Other assorted resources and tokens of appreciation
WorkSource is holding a FREE indoor Pop-Up Event at the Ocean Shores Convention Center on Wednesday, September 22nd from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Come and chat in-person with WorkSource staff to learn about the resources we offer and how we can assist with your job search. Recruiters from local employers will also be present. Bring questions and copies of your resume if you are ready to apply!
If you are an employer located in Grays Harbor County and are interested in recruiting at this event, please email Micah Pong at mpong@thurstonchamber.com . Employer space is limited.
WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.
