Lake Chelan Valley Events, Things to do, Meetings Oct 12 - Nov 8

Chelan Valley Hope: Oct. 12-13, 17-20  
Chelan Valley Hope’s ‘Little Essentials Pantry’ open 24/7
CHELAN - Come visit Chelan Valley Hope (CVH) at 417 S. Bradley Street Monday thru Thursday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (closed Noon to 1 p.m.). Whether you are looking to get help or to give help they are waiting for you CVH provides services at no cost to individuals and families in need. They are a local nonprofit serving Chelan, Manson, Chelan Falls, Waterville, Entiat, Bridgeport, Mansfield, and Orondo. Call 509-888-2114 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Or visit their website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram to get the latest CVH news and updates at chelanvalleyhope.org, @ChelanValleyHope. Donations are welcome and can be left during business hours, or give them a call and they’ll gladly make arrangements. They currently need blankets, diapers, and travel-size toiletries. More information at chelanvalleyhope.org including a Donate Button.”

SAIL Exercise Classes: Oct. 12-13, 17
CHELAN - SAIL (Stay Active & Independent for Life) fitness classes are offered at Chelan Senior Center on Monday and Wednesday at 1 p.m. and are taught by Beth Shaw and Linda Hollier. Evening SAIL classes are Monday and Thursday evenings at 5:30 p.m., also at the Chelan Senior Center and are taught by Ann Cooper. A SAIL class is offered to residents of Heritage Heights Assisted Living in Chelan on Mondays and Fridays at 2 p.m. taught by Gaylen Willett and Steve Davis.

Farmers Market: Oct. 12, 15
MANSON - The Market takes place every Wednesday and Saturday starting at 8:30 a.m., when Market Manager, Gordon Lester rings the opening bell. If you’re looking for produce better show up early as it goes fast. Besides vegetables and fruits, you will find local honey, custom made soaps, baked homemade treats for people and pets, various artisan handcrafted goods and much, much more. Members of the Manson Volunteer Firefighter Association bring the fire truck on Saturdays. They sell tee shirts and other items to raise money for the many causes they support.

Chelan Senior Meals Menu: Oct. 12-14, 17-19
CHELAN - The Chelan Senior Center at 534 E. Trow Avenue, hosts Senior Meals Monday-Friday. Suggested donation for seniors over age 60 is $4. Fee for persons under age 60 is $10. Please call 509-888-4440 to reserve meals 24 hours in advance. For information about Home Delivered Meals call 509-470-0522.You can visit their website at www.octn.org and follow them on Facebook. Donations can be mailed to: OCTN P.O. Box 471 Okanogan, WA 98840. MENU: Oct. 12: Cheese Ravioli with Meat Sauce, Italian Vegetables, Spiced Pears, Bread Stick, Dessert; Oct. 13: California Chicken Cass.Lettuce & Tomato Salad, Apple Celery Salad, Garlic Bread, Dessert; Oct.14: Cheeseburger Deluxe, Jo Jo’s, Coleslaw, Sliced Peaches, Dessert; Oct. 17: Sweet & Sour Meatballs, Rice Pilaf. Oriental Vegetables, Asian Coleslaw, Tropical Fruit, Egg Roll, Dessert; Oct. 18: Beef Stew, 7 Layer Salad, Peaches, Biscuit, Dessert; Oct. 19: Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Buttered Corn, Tossed Green Salad, WW Roll, Apple Crisp.

Mobile Food Pantry: Oct. 13
MANSON - The Mobile Food Pantry will be at North Shore Bible Church on Thursday, Oct. 13, noon- 2 p.m. All are welcome. It is a walk thru format and guests pick their own food. This is a regular stop every second Thursday of the month.

Thursday Farmers Market: Oct. 13
CHELAN -  Chelan Thursday Evening Farmers market is open thru October, from 2-6 p.m. and has expanded into Riverwalk Park. The market is located on the corner of S. Emerson Street and Wapato Avenue, near Riverwalk Inn and Riverwalk Park. New vendors are welcome. For more info www.chelanfarmersmarket.org

VFW #6853 Post Coffee/Donuts: Oct. 14
CHELAN - Every Friday VFW Post #6853, located at 427 S. Bradley Street is open 9-11 a.m. for donuts and coffee and conversation. Veterans are invited to join them every Friday.

Glass recycle: Oct. 15
Open 9 a.m.-Noon
CHELAN - Rotary of Lake Chelan 911 Glass Rescue is open on Saturday mornings from 9 a.m.-noon, at 23235 Highway 97A across from Walmart. They are charging a small fee per pound for glass drop-off. Buckets of the materials produced, sand and aggregate, will be available for purchase at $5 per 5-gallon bucket. To volunteer go to www.911glassrescue.org, and click on the volunteer tab on the home page.

Food Bank food distribution:
Oct. 15, 18, 22
CHELAN - The Lake Chelan Food Bank food giveaway is on Saturday and Tuesday, 9-10 a.m. Distribution is  drive-thru. They are located at 417 S. Bradley Street. The Food Bank is getting requests for pet food. Small bags of dog food are best. They can be dropped of at the Lake Chelan Mirror office, 131 S. Apple Blossom Drive, Ste. 109 (Chelan Business Center.)

Family and friends Support Group:
Oct. 17
          WENATCHEE -  Family and friends Support Group meets the 3rd Monday of every month,  7-8:30 p.m., at Grace Lutheran Church, 1408 Washington Street, Wenatchee. For information, call 509-860-3620 or visit their website at: tcfwenatcheevalley.org

Chronic Disease Support Group:
Oct. 20
CHELAN -  With the support of Aging and Adults and Tender Loving Care for Seniors, an Alzheimer’s Support Group for Chelan/Manson area has restarted. They have opened this meeting to family caregivers of people who have any serious chronic conditions: cardiac, pulmonary, neurologic (post stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, MS) and others. Meetings will be the third Thursday of the month, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Chelan Valley Hope, 417 S. Bradley Street. Aging and Adults is providing the facilitator, Bob Poindexter, who has great experience in leading support groups. Please join them to be encouraged by spending time sharing with others who are on this journey. For more details please call Claudia Swenson, Manager, TLC for Seniors, 360-561-6090.

Cascadia Conservation District: Oct. 21
WENATCHEE - The Cascadia Conservation District Regular Board meeting will be an in person and call-in / Zoom meeting, held on Friday, October 21, 1:30 p.m.  If you wish to attend in person, please call the office as space is limited.  More information and instructions will be available on our web site at cascadiacd.org or by calling the District office at 509-436-1601.

First Aid, CPR & AED Course: Oct. 22
CHELAN - The next First Aid, CPR and AED course will be held Oct. 22, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., in the Lake Chelan Health Hospital Boardroom at 503 E. Highland Ave. Pre-registration is required. No walk-ins. The skills checks are held the 4th Saturday of every month. If you cannot attend your skills check, please call 509-682-6120.

Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group: Nov. 8
            WENATCHEE - Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month, 7-8:30 p.m., at Grace Lutheran Church, 1408 Washington Street, Wenatchee. For information, call 509-860-3620 or visit their website at: tcfwenatcheevalley.org