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only day we hope it rains here at the beach!
Make sure to decorate your umbrella, there will be prizes given for most creative and fun umbrella designs. The parade will begin at Cottage Rentals and loop around town until ending at The Sweet Life!
Come to cottage rentals between 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. that morning to purchase and decorate a plain white umbrella with fabric pens, and stick on items! $5 per umbrella, limited quantity. You are welcome to bring your own decorating supplies also. Make sure to give yourself enough time to get finished and join in.
Join others in a conversation about the book “A Passage to India,” by E.M. Forster. Everyone is welcome to join any or all discussions.
Join others in a conversation about the book “The Girl Who Wrote in Silk” by
Kelli Estes. Everyone is welcome to join any or all discussions.
Join us in celebrating award-winning author Peter Donahue’s new book Three Sides Water at Harbor House Writers with novelist Scott Elliott in Aberdeen on Saturday, June 23, 2018. Washington author Peter Donahue will read from his new book Three Sides Water at Harbor House Writers with novelist Scott Elliott in Aberdeen on June 23, 2018 at 12:00 PM. In his latest work of literary fiction, Donahue distills the raw and vivid world of the Olympic Peninsula into a stunning work that challenges what it means to live life with purpose and integrity.
THE BOOK
Across the dramatic landscape of the Pacific Northwest’s Olympic Peninsula, Donahue’s characters take extraordinary actions to transcend the limitations imposed upon them. Marguerite struggles with the emotional aftermath of sexual assault amidst the mysticism and untamed wilderness of the Pacific coast in the 1920s. Avery navigates life as a “juvenile delinquent” while the social and political convulsions of the 1960s transform the world around him. Chris escapes the present-day mill town where he grew up, only to find he must reconcile his true self with the troubling persona he’s taken on.
THE AUTHOR
Peter Donahue is the author of the novels Clara and Merritt and Madison House, winner of the 2005 Langum Prize for American Historical Fiction, and the short story collection The Cornelius Arms. He is co-editor of the 2016 edition of the memoir Seven Years on the Pacific Slope and the anthologies Reading Seattle and Reading Portland. His Retrospective Review column on Northwest literature has appeared in Columbia: The Magazine of Northwest History since 2005. He teaches at Wenatchee Valley College at Omak and lives in Winthrop, Washington.
In addition to reading passages from each of the short novels in Three Sides Water, Peter will be spending some time discussing Olympic Peninsula literature and fielding questions from the audience.
The Puyallup Festival of Books celebrates its 5th year with an amazing line up of authors and events.
On Friday, October 5th, we’ll have an evening reception, which is free and open to the public, with beer and wine will be available for purchase (cash only). Enjoy an episode of Longmire before a talk with Craig Johnson, author of the Longmire novels.
On Saturday, October 6th, Jeremy McCarter, co-author of the New York Times #1 Best Seller Hamilton: The Revolution, will join us at Pioneer Park Pavilion in the afternoon to discuss his work with Lin-Manuel Miranda writing the “Hamiltome.”
Harvest Moon, Storyteller and Quinault Tribal Ambassador shares stories from the Northwest Coast Indian tradition. In partnership with Hoquiam Timberland Library.
The Friends of the Elma Timberland Library are hosting their Fall Book Sale. Pick up great books at even better prices!
Storyteller Rebecca Hom will share the stories of several Women Airforce Service Pilots, (WASPs) as well as the history of the program. The WASPs were an essential part of the US military’s air efforts during WWII.
The WASP training base was in Sweetwater, Texas – A dry desolate place where 1,100 women trained at Avenger Field, during WWII. They were selected from more than 25,000 applicants from all over the United States. Those chosen were highly qualified civilian pilots, and became the first females to earn their Silver Wings and fly military aircraft. These women flew over 60 million miles, in pursuit, cargo, and bomber planes during the brief two years of the WASP program. Their proficiency, enthusiasm, and spirit served the country, broke the norm, and paved the way for the future inclusion of female pilots.
Storyteller Rebecca Hom will share the stories of several Women Airforce Service Pilots, (WASPs) as well as the history of the program. The WASPs were an essential part of the US military’s air efforts during WWII.
The WASP training base was in Sweetwater, Texas – A dry desolate place where 1,100 women trained at Avenger Field, during WWII. They were selected from more than 25,000 applicants from all over the United States. Those chosen were highly qualified civilian pilots, and became the first females to earn their Silver Wings and fly military aircraft. These women flew over 60 million miles, in pursuit, cargo, and bomber planes during the brief two years of the WASP program. Their proficiency, enthusiasm, and spirit served the country, broke the norm, and paved the way for the future inclusion of female pilots.
Aberdeen author and Disney collector Gregory E. Zschomler will present on the life and times of the most famous of Disney characters, Mickey Mouse. Mickey celebrates his 90th birthday on Sunday, November 18. Zschomler’s talk coincides with the display of his Mickey Mouse memorabilia at the library, running throughout November and December.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Aberdeen Timberland Library.
Local BBQ masters and musicians will be coming together to create delicious food and soulful music at a Family BBQ and Roots Music Show this Saturday.
Grampa Kenny’s BBQ presents this fun family event at the Ocasta Recreation Hall, Saturday, May 11, 4-7 p.m.
Local musicians set to perform include Annymay Redeemed, Chris House, Guidon Bear, Rick Coval, and other local performers.
Profits from the event benefit sending local student musician Elijah House to Lutheran Summer Music in Indiana at Valparaiso University.
Menu: BBQ Brisket, BBQ Chicken (with Alabama White Sauce), Killer Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens, Cole Slaw, Peach Cobbler, and Iced Tea.
Prices: $15.00 for adults; $10.00 for Seniors and Children ages 10 and under. (Plus service fee if ordered through Brown Paper Tickets
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4223073).
All ages welcome. Wheelchair accessible.
Located off of State Route 105 between South Aberdeen and Westport.
Author signing and meet and greet. Kerry is the author of Amish Vampires in Space, Fraught, A Star Curiously Singing, Frayed, Mask and more.
Originally from Seattle.
Crown the Kings Entertainment / Artist Helping Artist LLC Presents:
The Perspective Album Release Party
Starring:
ReaLife
w/DJ Eskro
21+ Must Have ID
Author meet and greet.
Summer Signing Series featuring Matt Mikalatos author of The Heartwood Crown, The Crescent Stone, Into the Fray, My Imaginary Jesus, and more.
Tim Jenkins is one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading ballad singers. He has been performing folk music for more than forty years and has a vast repertoire of traditional folk songs, from ancient Scottish ballads to Delta blues to cowboy songs. He’ll be performing songs he’s written based on tales he was told by his Great Uncle Harry–the Oregon Buckaroo.
This is a free, family-oriented Community Carnival and Concert. Lots of fun booths and activities such as: games, trout tank, horses, face-painting, food vendors, a kiddie train, photo booth, and a fire-truck demo by Hoquiam firefighters. The free concert will begin at 7:00 P.M. It all happens at Sonshine Park–across the parking lot from Immanuel Baptist Church, 1200 Soule Ave., Hoquiam.
Harbor Books Summer Signing Series meet and greet.
A.R. Bunch is the author of Authenticity of Self, Primacy of God, Diner Tales, Suffering Rancor, Saber & Science, and more.
Join others in a conversation about the book “In the Kingdom of Ice” by Hampton Sides. Everyone is welcome to join any or all discussions.
10th Annual Lake Sylvia State Park
FALL FESTIVAL
Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 7 AM – 4 PM
Lake Sylvia State Park – 1813 Lake Sylvia Rd North Montesano, WA
https://www.facebook.com/LakeSylviaStateParkFallFestival/
Pancake Breakfast
7 am—11 pm $5
Trail Races 8:30 am
Half Marathon / 10K / 5 K
Artists Market 9 am—4 pm
Food Booths and Live Music
Historic Talk by “Doc Shores” 1 pm
Kayak Paddle 2 pm
Kids Vintage Games and Nature Crafts
Educational booths by Stream Team
Razor clam diggers may be able to return to Long Beach for a three-day opening beginning Sept. 27, pending favorable marine toxin results later this month.
The upcoming dig is proposed for the following dates and morning low tides:
- Sept. 27, Friday, 5:52 a.m. -0.9, Long Beach only
- Sept. 28, Saturday, 6:36 a.m. -0.8, Long Beach only
- Sept. 29, Sunday, 7:19 am -0.6, Long Beach only
Final approval of the scheduled opening will depend on whether results of marine toxin tests show the clams are safe to eat. No digging would be allowed after noon.
“We know people have been looking forward to digging razor clams at Long Beach, and we’re pleased to say we believe based on our surveys that the beach is going to enter the line-up more frequently this fall and winter,” said Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager.
All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2019-20 fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses, ranging from a three-day razor clam license to an annual combination fishing license, are available on WDFW’s website at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov and from license vendors around the state.
“There will be some terrific razor clam digging in the months ahead,” said Ayres. He and his crew completed the final clam population survey of the summer on Friday, Aug. 30 in Ocean Park.
WDFW is currently assessing additional digs for Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks in October, but has not yet finished those assessments, nor set dates.
Under state law, diggers at open beaches can take 15 razor clams per day and are required to keep the first 15 they dig. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container.
WDFW is the state agency tasked with preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems, while providing sustainable fishing, hunting and other outdoor recreation opportunities. WDFW razor clam digs support outdoor lifestyles and coastal economies.
Razor clam diggers may be able to return to Long Beach for a three-day opening beginning Sept. 27, pending favorable marine toxin results later this month.
The upcoming dig is proposed for the following dates and morning low tides:
- Sept. 27, Friday, 5:52 a.m. -0.9, Long Beach only
- Sept. 28, Saturday, 6:36 a.m. -0.8, Long Beach only
- Sept. 29, Sunday, 7:19 am -0.6, Long Beach only
Final approval of the scheduled opening will depend on whether results of marine toxin tests show the clams are safe to eat. No digging would be allowed after noon.
“We know people have been looking forward to digging razor clams at Long Beach, and we’re pleased to say we believe based on our surveys that the beach is going to enter the line-up more frequently this fall and winter,” said Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager.
All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2019-20 fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses, ranging from a three-day razor clam license to an annual combination fishing license, are available on WDFW’s website at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov and from license vendors around the state.
“There will be some terrific razor clam digging in the months ahead,” said Ayres. He and his crew completed the final clam population survey of the summer on Friday, Aug. 30 in Ocean Park.
WDFW is currently assessing additional digs for Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks in October, but has not yet finished those assessments, nor set dates.
Under state law, diggers at open beaches can take 15 razor clams per day and are required to keep the first 15 they dig. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container.
WDFW is the state agency tasked with preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems, while providing sustainable fishing, hunting and other outdoor recreation opportunities. WDFW razor clam digs support outdoor lifestyles and coastal economies.
Razor clam diggers may be able to return to Long Beach for a three-day opening beginning Sept. 27, pending favorable marine toxin results later this month.
The upcoming dig is proposed for the following dates and morning low tides:
- Sept. 27, Friday, 5:52 a.m. -0.9, Long Beach only
- Sept. 28, Saturday, 6:36 a.m. -0.8, Long Beach only
- Sept. 29, Sunday, 7:19 am -0.6, Long Beach only
Final approval of the scheduled opening will depend on whether results of marine toxin tests show the clams are safe to eat. No digging would be allowed after noon.
“We know people have been looking forward to digging razor clams at Long Beach, and we’re pleased to say we believe based on our surveys that the beach is going to enter the line-up more frequently this fall and winter,” said Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager.
All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2019-20 fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses, ranging from a three-day razor clam license to an annual combination fishing license, are available on WDFW’s website at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov and from license vendors around the state.
“There will be some terrific razor clam digging in the months ahead,” said Ayres. He and his crew completed the final clam population survey of the summer on Friday, Aug. 30 in Ocean Park.
WDFW is currently assessing additional digs for Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks in October, but has not yet finished those assessments, nor set dates.
Under state law, diggers at open beaches can take 15 razor clams per day and are required to keep the first 15 they dig. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container.
WDFW is the state agency tasked with preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems, while providing sustainable fishing, hunting and other outdoor recreation opportunities. WDFW razor clam digs support outdoor lifestyles and coastal economies.
