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Grays Harbor Festival of Colors is the premier, family friendly, kite festival on the west coast.This event is made for kite fliers of all skill levels with special events for kids.
In the past we have had kite fliers coming from as far away as India, Canada,
and many from the western United States. We are located in Grays Harbor on the
Washington State central coast.
Our festival is always on the first full week-end (Fri.,Sat.and Sun) in June.
The 2019 Festival of Colors is scheduled for June 7th, 8th and 9th. Our flying
beach is famous for the consistency of the winds and mild temperatures,
usually low to mid sixties at the time of the festival.

Grays Harbor Festival of Colors is the premier, family friendly, kite festival on the west coast.This event is made for kite fliers of all skill levels with special events for kids.
In the past we have had kite fliers coming from as far away as India, Canada,
and many from the western United States. We are located in Grays Harbor on the
Washington State central coast.
Our festival is always on the first full week-end (Fri.,Sat.and Sun) in June.
The 2019 Festival of Colors is scheduled for June 7th, 8th and 9th. Our flying
beach is famous for the consistency of the winds and mild temperatures,
usually low to mid sixties at the time of the festival.

Grays Harbor Festival of Colors is the premier, family friendly, kite festival on the west coast.This event is made for kite fliers of all skill levels with special events for kids.
In the past we have had kite fliers coming from as far away as India, Canada,
and many from the western United States. We are located in Grays Harbor on the
Washington State central coast.
Our festival is always on the first full week-end (Fri.,Sat.and Sun) in June.
The 2019 Festival of Colors is scheduled for June 7th, 8th and 9th. Our flying
beach is famous for the consistency of the winds and mild temperatures,
usually low to mid sixties at the time of the festival.

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.
We have the following events coming up:
Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament
Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew
Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities
There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.
We have the following events coming up:
Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament
Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew
Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities
There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.
• Food Vendors ………………………………………1pm-7pm
• Craft Vendors ………………………………………3pm-7pm
• Games in the park ……………….……………….. 3pm-5pm
• Coronation ………………………………5:30pm (VFW Hall)
• Magician ..……………………..………6:30pm (Friday only)
• Guns & Hoses Annual Softball Tournament …….6:30pm
• Teen Dance ….………………………..……8pm(Parking Lot)

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.
• Softball Tournament ………………………….8am
• Food & Craft Vendors ………………………..9am-7pm
• Fun Run ……………………………….………..9am (Register at VFW)
• Kiddie Parade ……………………………………11:45am
• 60th Annual Grand Parade ….………….12pm
• Kid Zone ..……………………………….……..12:30pm-5pm
• World Famous Bear Festival Stew ..…1pm (Saturday only, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!)
• Elma Youth Cheer …………………………..1pm(Main Stage)
• Music in the Park …..……………….…..……1:30pm -The Fabulous Murphtones
• High Impact Dance Academy…………..3:30pm(Main Stage)
• Music in the Park ……………………………….5pm -The Olson’s

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.
We have the following events coming up:
Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament
Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew
Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities
There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.
We have the following events coming up:
Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament
Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew
Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities
There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.
We have the following events coming up:
Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament
Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew
Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities
There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.
• Softball Tournament …………….…………………….8am
• Food & Craft Vendors …………….…………………..10am-4pm
• Car Show …………………….……………………………..10am (Simpson Ave. Next to OCCU)
• Petting Zoo (Kid Zone) …..……..………………….11am-4pm
• Kid Zone ………………………………………………..….11am-4pm
• Music in the Park………..………………………..……12pm -Monica Drake & Dewayne Brady
• Hay Toss ………………………………………………..….1pm
• Music in the Park…………….…………………………1pm -Kynan Shane
• Music in the Park…………….…………….……..……2pm -Humor & Heart

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.
We have the following events coming up:
Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament
Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew
Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities
There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

The 2019 Annual Garden Tour – Gardens, Sea, and Art – will be held Saturday, July 20, 2019, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm featuring gardens in Ocean Shores.
It is provided by the WSU Master Gardeners of Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties.
Tickets are $12 and more information is available by calling 360-482-2934 or visiting our web site at: https://extension.wsu.edu/graysharbor/event/2019-garden-tour/

Consumers lose billions of dollars each year to fraud. People over age 50 are especially vulnerable and account for over half of all victims, according to a study by AARP. Please join us for a presentation with Elena G. Huizar, Outreach Services Supervisor in the Consumer Protection Division of Washington to learn about the more common scams targeting seniors and how to avoid them.
Job seekers will have the opportunity to connect with employers, training programs and other programs at this event.
Connect with employers from:
• Starbucks
• Overstock.com
• Sierra Pacific Industries
• Temp-to-Hire Agencies
• Other local business
Job opportunities include:
Call center representative, laborer, millwright, barista, cashier, etc…
Resources and assistance from:
• DSHS Mobile Unit
• Elma Timberland Library
• Veteran Services
• Other service providers
Register at WorkSourceWA.com
The event is a partnership with WorkSource.
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
Come help us celebrate the library’s 25 years of community service by having cake and refreshment provided by the Friends of the Elma Library.
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair, or standing using a chair for support. Come relax as Stephanie leads us through calming stretches and balance. Please wear comfy clothes bring a towel and a yoga mat if you have one.
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.