Lake Chelan Valley Events/Things to do, Meetings August 18-24

Chelan Museum: August 18-21, 24-28
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 Farmers Market: August 18, 21
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.
American Red Blood drive:  August 18
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, August 18, 1-6 p.m. at North Shore Bible Church, 123 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.
Chelan Evening Farmers Market:
August 19
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:
August 20, 23
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:
August 21, 24
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.
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
Manson Grange: August 24
MANSON - The next regular monthly meeting of the Manson Grange  will be held on Tuesday, August 24 at 7 p.m.