Lake Chelan Valley Events/Things to do - July 28-August 22

Chelan Museum: July 28-31, August 3-7

CHELAN - The Lake Chelan Museum is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Face masks will be required for those not fully vaccinated. The museum has been refreshed with paint, new displays and new signage and check out the 12 ft. tall Lake Chelan Historic Legend Map display. A 24” x 36” poster based on the display is available for purchase for $30. The Epson photo print depicts the lake in a vertical format along with relevant historic entries. Take a peek in the gift store and buy their latest 50th Anniversary History Notes or a Lake Chelan Historic Legend Map.

Manson
Farmer’s Market:
July 28,
August 1

MANSON - The Manson Farmers Market is open on Wednesdays, 8:30-11:30 a.m. in the parking area near Alta Cellars. On Saturdays the market is open 8:30 a.m.-12 noon in the Manson Grange Parking lot. The market will run through Labor Day. For more information find them on Facebook.
Chelan Evening Farmers Market:
July 29

CHELAN -  Chelan Thursday Evening Farmers market is open thru Oct. 28, 2-6 p.m. and has expanded into Riverwalk Park. With more than 20 vendors and two food trucks, browse fresh, locally grown produce and a variety of goods from local  artisans. Although this is a Farmer-centric market, there is so much more. Enjoy the entertainment, picnic on prepared food or fresh  fruit and vegetables. Per Health Department guidelines vendors will be masked and providing hand sanitizer throughout the market, for your safety. The market is located on the corner of S. Emerson Street and Wapato Avenue, near Riverwalk Inn and Riverwalk Park. For info: chelanfarmersmarket.org

4th Quarter Road Biking Group:
July 30, August 2

MANSON/CHELAN - The 4th Quarter Road Biking Group (Formerly named the Seniors’ Road Biking Group) is inviting road bike and e-bike riders to join their riding group.  The bike riders meet at 9 a.m. in Manson or Chelan on Mondays and Fridays.  On the first Friday of every month the group meets at Pat & Mike’s store and they ride the South Shore of the lake. The rides are usually 90 -120 minutes in length and average 20-30 miles in distance.  The ride routes are pre-planned and include a few or several hill climbs.  Most of the rides are designed to minimize highway riding.  For more information contact Bob Matson at 509-888-1554 or matsonfamily4@aol.com.

Chelan Junior Rodeo:
July 31,
August 21

CHELAN - The Chelan Junior Rodeo will be held Saturday and Sunday, July 31 and August 1, starting at 9 a.m. each day at the Chelan Rustlers rodeo arena in Union Valley.  For more information: chelansaddleclub.org.

 Food Bank food distribution:
August 1, 6
Farmers to Table Produce Aug. 1
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. Farmers to Table Produce program will be at the Food Bank on Sat., August1with fresh fruits and produce for all of the Food Banks guests. The Food Bank is also receiving requests for dog food. Small bags of dog food are best. They can be dropped of at the Lake Chelan Mirror office, 310 E. Johnson Avenue in the tub outside.

Music In The Park Summer Concert:
August 1, 15, Sept. 5

CHELAN -  The Music in the Park Concert Series takes place the first and third Sunday of each month 6-8 p.m. at Riverwalk Pavilion on Lake Chelan and will feature: • August 1: Deseo Carmin, • August 15: The Kevin Jones Band, • Sept. 5: Band to be announced. For more information, historicchelan.org/events/music-in-the-park/

Back to School Fair: August 22
Volunteers needed

CHELAN - The 7th Annual Lake Chelan Valley Back to School Fair (BTSF) will be taking place on Sunday, August 22 from 1-4 p.m. at Mountain Goat Field parking lot near the Chelan Walmart. The BTSF team plans to distribute 500 backpacks filled with essential school supplies to students (PK-12th Grade) via a drive-thru distribution model. Thrive Chelan Valley is excited to collaborate with our 2021 BTSF sponsors (Coldwell Banker, CVCH Chelan, Dale and Tara Terwedo, North Cascades Bank and RealLife NCW) and our greater community to serve, empower and advocate for local youth, ensuring students have the school supplies they need as they head into another school year. The BTSF has historically been possible due to ongoing community support. Approximately 50 volunteers are needed on the day of the event to help with a variety of duties. If you’re interested in donating your time to support this incredible event, please email us at executivedirector@thrivechelanvalley.com today. For information on Thrive Chelan Valley go to www.thrivechelanvalley.com

Outdoor Gallery Over 40 murals and sculptures

CHELAN -  The Lake Chelan Arts Council Outdoor Gallery brochure is available at the Lake Chelan and Manson Chambers of Commerce. Follow the Outdoor Gallery map to discover and enjoy over 40 murals and sculptures located throughout Chelan and Manson. For information about the Arts Council, local art events and artists, with links to  local and international art museums and other resources, their website, artinchelan.com, offers local artists and the community an opportunity to “Celebrate Art!”.