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Lake Chelan Valley Events/Things to do June 16-23

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Chelan Museum: June 16-19

CHELAN - The Lake Chelan Historical Society has reopened  the Chelan Museum. Limited days/hours are Wednesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Face masks are required and the number of visitors allowed in the building at one time will be limited. Stop in and see how they have refreshed the museum 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.


Chelan Evening Farmers Market:
June 17
Thursday Evening Farmers Market - New Hours for 2021
CHELAN -  Chelan Thursday Evening Farmers market is open now thru Oct. 28, with new hours 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. Lets all continue best practices and stay in Phase 3.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:
June 18, 21
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.

 
Food Bank  food distribution:
June 19, 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, 310 E. Johnson Avenue in the tub outside.
Music In The Park Summer Concert: June 20
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:  •  June 20: Boyana, •  July 4: Dimestore Prophets, •  July 18: Fort Vine, •  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/


American Red Blood drive:  June 23
Those donors who have received the COVID-19 vaccine will be asked which vaccine they received.
MANSON -  There will be an American Red Cross Blood drive on Wednesday, June 23, 1-6 p.m. at North Shore Bible Church, s123 Wapato Point Parkway.
To donate, simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit  RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
 Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.


Virtual Run/Walk/Hike/Bike fundraiser for Only7Seconds:  June 26
NCW -  The Because You Matter Run/Walk/Hike/Bike is an opportunity to move and fundraiser for something that matters - your mental and physical health and at the same time, a memory of someone you love. You choose whether you want to run, walk, bike, hike a specific amount of miles in honor of a specific person in your life. Everyone will all join together on Saturday, June 26, across the state and nation wearing their shirts and moving to promote mental health. Goal is raise $10,000 in order to support the ongoing message of Only7Seconds. More information at: Only7Seconds.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!”,
NCW Libraries open for in-person visits, curbside pickup continues.


Chelan Library open 7 days a week
CHELAN/MANSON/ENTIAT  - Customers are able to browse the shelves, access computer stations, read the newspaper, or pick out a DVD at NCW Libraries. Several safety measures are already in place in the libraries. Customers will be required to wear a mask, practice social distancing, and limit their visit to around 30 minutes. In accordance with state mandated guidelines, all of the library buildings will have a 25 percent occupancy limit. For library patrons who prefer minimal contact service, curbside pickup will continue to be offered at all branches. NCW Libraries will continue to offer a wide variety of resources and programs online at ncwlibraries.org and on its Facebook page.
Call for hours of operation: Chelan Public Library, 216 N. Emerson St., 682-5131; Manson Public Library, 80 Wapato Way, 687-3420; and Entiat Public Library, 14138 Kinzel St., 784-1517. Go to NCWLIBRARIES.ORG  or 1-800-426-READ (7323) for more information, and updates.


Submit your event
Email to your non-profit event: ruthk@lakechelanmirror.com, subject line LCM Events. Deadline: Friday, 3 p.m. Include date, time, place and cost if any.
 

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