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Stretching for 13 miles, from Copalis to Moclips, this year’s 11th annual festival promises to be an amazing experience. As the only event bridging together the small communities along this section of the Washington Coast, the Chocolate on the Beach Festival has grown into the perfect winter activity in the region. No matter what the weather, smiles, sweets and happiness abound, as it is always raining chocolate during the last week of February along the coast.
For more information, read here.
This show will bring vendors from all over western Washington and as far as Oregon together to create an unforgettable weekend with a lot to see and do.
With vendors coming in from the Seattle area, Port Angeles, Portland and everywhere in between, there will be a large variety of goods to peruse. There will be so much more than simply one of a kind antiques at the show, there will also be things like handmade items, lotions, candles, body butters, home decor and crafts. Read more here.
Everyone is welcome to Chocolate Sundaes on Sunday. Select your toppings and create your own sundae. (Sugar-free options.) Benefits the Green Lantern Lunch Program.
A delicious buffet dinner of prime rib with all the fixings and yummy seafood appetizer stations are the perfect added touch to kick off a great night of fun for all. Also, we will be treated to musical performance by local legend, Ericka Corban.
The evening will conclude with a live auction with many desirable items. Not to mention there will also be a blind wine pull, where for only $20 you can get a bottle of wine that has a minimum value of $20 all the way up $100! Seats are limited so make sure to contact the Chamber to purchase your tickets.
You are cordially invited to a tea party at the library! Wear your favorite costume or fancy dress while we read stories, play games, decorate cupcakes, and make a craft. Sponsored by the Friends of the Elma Timberland Library.
Browse through bargains ranging from antiques to household goods. Saturday hours are 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., and Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
3rd Annual Food Bank Benefit. Silent Auction from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. Dinner by George Lee at 6:00 p.m.. Music at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Live Auction at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets available at the Ocean Shores Visitor Center.
Browse through bargains ranging from antiques to household goods. Saturday hours are 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., and Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
If you ever have had a desire to yell and scream at a crab racing down a wooded track, the City of Westport has the event for you. On Saturday, April 18, the coastal town of Westport, Washington will be holding its 28th Annual World Class Crab Races. Under the big tent at the Westport Marina, hundreds of crab enthusiasts will gather together to watch crab races, listen to live music, and of course, feast on the deliciousness of the under-sea crustaceans.
If you ever have had a desire to yell and scream at a crab racing down a wooded track, the City of Westport has the event for you. On Saturday, April 18, the coastal town of Westport, Washington will be holding its 28th Annual World Class Crab Races. Under the big tent at the Westport Marina, hundreds of crab enthusiasts will gather together to watch crab races, listen to live music, and of course, feast on the deliciousness of the under-sea crustaceans.
The annual home and garden spectacular returns to the Elma Fairgrounds May 19-20. Come visit the pavilion, which will be full of vendors offering both gardening and home-improvement items.
Saturday at 1:00, renown garden writer and editor of Pacific Horticulture will give practical ideas that will make gardening for the whole family lots of fun.
On Sunday, Marianne Binnetti will delight her audience with “Container Wars.” Two gardeners will be selected to fill several containers each, while Marianne discusses the what, why and where of this type of gardening. In the end the audience will vote on which planters they like. You won’t want to miss this entertaining and educational presentation.
The annual home and garden spectacular returns to the Elma Fairgrounds May 19-20. Come visit the pavilion, which will be full of vendors offering both gardening and home-improvement items.
Saturday at 1:00, renown garden writer and editor of Pacific Horticulture will give practical ideas that will make gardening for the whole family lots of fun.
On Sunday, Marianne Binnetti will delight her audience with “Container Wars.” Two gardeners will be selected to fill several containers each, while Marianne discusses the what, why and where of this type of gardening. In the end the audience will vote on which planters they like. You won’t want to miss this entertaining and educational presentation.
Explore the possibilities of buying fresh food from local farms with Washington State Extension agent Kiley Smith. She will discuss how shopping locally can help improve your family’s nutrition while supporting the local economy. She also will introduce and distribute the 2018 annual Farm Fresh Guide.
The Bowl is Back! Channel Point Village’s Chowder Bowl Friday fundraiser returns. Enjoy a delicious lunch of homemade clam chowder in a bread bowl, dessert bar and a drink for $5. This summer, proceeds will benefit the Hoquiam Senior Center’s Senior Nutrition Program and the Aberdeen Senior Center’s renewal project. Please call to order by the day before (Thurs.) at (360)532-9000.
The Bowl is Back! Channel Point Village’s Chowder Bowl Friday fundraiser returns. Enjoy a delicious lunch of homemade clam chowder in a bread bowl, dessert bar and a drink for $5. This summer, proceeds will benefit the Hoquiam Senior Center’s Senior Nutrition Program and the Aberdeen Senior Center’s renewal project. Please call to order by the day before (Thurs.) at (360)532-9000.
Take a guided tour around this organic farm that also fosters new farmers. The farm activities, stock and produce, as well as the land, and habitat conserved will be seen. Young farmers will share their dreams and successes.
August has been hot so come prepared with water bottle, hat, and close toed shoes. The best tour requires about a 1 mile level walk
Westport Winery will host one of its popular murder mystery dinners on Wednesday, October 31 at 6pm which is Halloween night. The Murder Before Midnight features the unlikely marriage of 1960s posh aristocracy with hippy pig farmers. Half of the victims and suspects are Kennedy era wannabes while the other half sport tie dye and peace signs. Everyone is invited to dress for the fun and the holiday as they see fit. A few guests may volunteer to join the cast, and everyone will act as deputies in solving Who done it?
OLYMPIA – Razor clam diggers can return to various ocean beaches for a four-day opening beginning Nov. 8.
State shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the dig on evening low tides after marine toxin tests showed the clams are safe to eat. No digging will be allowed on any beach before noon.
The upcoming dig is approved on the following beaches, dates, and evening low tides:
• Nov. 8, Thursday, 6:57 p.m.; -0.8 feet; Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
• Nov. 9, Friday, 7:36 p.m.; -0.7 feet; Twin Harbors, Copalis
• Nov. 10, Saturday, 8:15 p.m.; -0.4 feet; Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
• Nov. 11, Sunday, 8:56 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Twin Harbors, Copalis
OLYMPIA – Razor clam diggers can return to various ocean beaches for a four-day opening beginning Nov. 8.
State shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the dig on evening low tides after marine toxin tests showed the clams are safe to eat. No digging will be allowed on any beach before noon.
The upcoming dig is approved on the following beaches, dates, and evening low tides:
• Nov. 8, Thursday, 6:57 p.m.; -0.8 feet; Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
• Nov. 9, Friday, 7:36 p.m.; -0.7 feet; Twin Harbors, Copalis
• Nov. 10, Saturday, 8:15 p.m.; -0.4 feet; Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
• Nov. 11, Sunday, 8:56 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Twin Harbors, Copalis
OLYMPIA – Razor clam diggers can return to various ocean beaches for a four-day opening beginning Nov. 8.
State shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the dig on evening low tides after marine toxin tests showed the clams are safe to eat. No digging will be allowed on any beach before noon.
The upcoming dig is approved on the following beaches, dates, and evening low tides:
• Nov. 8, Thursday, 6:57 p.m.; -0.8 feet; Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
• Nov. 9, Friday, 7:36 p.m.; -0.7 feet; Twin Harbors, Copalis
• Nov. 10, Saturday, 8:15 p.m.; -0.4 feet; Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
• Nov. 11, Sunday, 8:56 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Twin Harbors, Copalis
OLYMPIA – Razor clam diggers can return to various ocean beaches for a four-day opening beginning Nov. 8.
State shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the dig on evening low tides after marine toxin tests showed the clams are safe to eat. No digging will be allowed on any beach before noon.
The upcoming dig is approved on the following beaches, dates, and evening low tides:
• Nov. 8, Thursday, 6:57 p.m.; -0.8 feet; Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
• Nov. 9, Friday, 7:36 p.m.; -0.7 feet; Twin Harbors, Copalis
• Nov. 10, Saturday, 8:15 p.m.; -0.4 feet; Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
• Nov. 11, Sunday, 8:56 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Twin Harbors, Copalis
The public is invited to join the Working Democracy Center of Southwest WA and Democracy Rising of Grays Harbor for a fun event packed with games. Learn about how government affects what is important to you, share about your top priorities — from jobs, to healthcare, to housing and more — and make a plan of action to help make our community a place where everyone thrives.
What: What Now?! Game Night for Community Action!
When: Tuesday, November 27th at 6:30PM
Where: Furford Center, 104 S Chehalis St, Aberdeen
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2729245500433839/
Free event
Pizza and finger food
Family-friendly (coloring corner)
