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Promised Land is an award winning social justice documentary that follows two tribes in the Pacific Northwest: the Duwamish and the Chinook, as they fight for the restoration of treaty rights they’ve long been denied. This program is part of Timberland Reads Together, featuring “There, There” by Tommy Orange and Native Voices, focused on Indigenous Peoples history and culture.
Join others in a conversation about the book “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” by Maya Angelou. Everyone is welcome to join any or all discussions.
This presentation will briefly highlight the natural and cultural history of the Quinault Region. Most of the presentation will look at the events and activities leading up to the land and river conditions we see today, and what the Quinault Indian Nation has done and plans to do with its natural resources and economic development.
Yoga classes throughout the week with wonderful instructors.
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.
Calling all holiday shoppers, as well as crafters, makers and bakers! Channel Point is hosting a fun-filled Bazaar with Homemade Items, Crafts, Unique Gifts, National Vendors and Prize Drawings! Bring a friend! Booth space available.
Please join us for an informative discussion with Dr. Mark Van Hemert, Doctor of Chiropractic at Hoquiam Chiropractic. Dr. Van Hemert has been a practicing Chiropractor for many years in Grays Harbor and enjoys sharing how chiropractic care can help with a number of conditions and keep you on a path of wellness. Channel Point’s Speaker Series is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
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.
Join others in a conversation about the book “The Immortalists,” by Chloe Benjamin. Everyone is welcome to join any or all discussions.
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.

On November 3, 1970 by special election and signed off by former Washington Secretary of State Ludlow Kramer, the community of Ocean Shores became a certified city. As such, 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Ocean Shores’ cityhood.
Anniversary events will begin with a kick-off celebration recognizing the Welcome to Ocean Shores sign, erected 20 years ago at the city gates, as a significant historical feature.
Hosting this event, the Museum of the North Beach and Ocean Shores Coastal Interpretive Center with missions to preserve and share area history have joined forces to erect an informational plaque explaining that artist Judy McVay created the sign. The Mayor and City Council are expected to attend.
Judy McVay along with her brothers pioneered chainsaw carving as an artform, founded the chainsaw carving expo at the Puyallup Fair in the 1980’s, were instrumental in creating local carving events, and Judy was the first Washington woman to win a chainsaw carving competition. In addition to creating the Welcome to Ocean Shores sign, her work can be seen all along the Washington Coast, the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway (Hwy 101) and many other locations.
In Ocean Shores, Judy’s work can be viewed at Moby Dick’s on Point Brown Ave. where her “Sand Castle” sign hangs as well as inside the Convention Center vestibule where collaborative pieces created by Judy and her son, Boaz Backus can be found. Boaz along with brother, Steve founded the “sawdust” portion of Ocean Shores’ famed Sand and Sawdust Festival.
“The Welcome to Ocean Shores sign is a highly photographed, significant part of the experience when entering the city and should be recognized as such,” said Coastal Interpretive Center Board President, Nancy Eldridge. “The Museum of the North Beach and our friends at the Coastal Interpretive Center are proud to recognize this historical artifact,” added Museum of the North Beach Executive Director, Kelly Calhoun.
Sign dedication will commence at noon, Saturday January 18, 2020 at the city gates. A historical marker will be placed near the sign and this event will officially kick-off the year long Ocean Shores 50th anniversary celebration. Everyone is encouraged and invited to attend!