Lake Chelan Valley Events, Things to do, Meetings November 1 - 30

Outdoor Gallery/Murals, sculptures

CHELAN -  Follow the Lake Chelan Arts Council Outdoor Gallery map, available at the Lake Chelan and Manson Chambers of Commerce 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, go to artinchelan.com.

SAIL Exercise Classes:

Nov. 1, 2, 3

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 Jocelyn Rich, Occupational Therapist and Pelvic Floor Health Specialist. 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.

Household hazardous waste drop off:  Nov. 1-3

Latex paint now accepted - Drop off Saturday, Nov. 4

WENATCHEE - Drop-off Saturday is October at the Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility on Highway 97A. The facility is open the first Saturday of the month, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Every week, they are open Tuesday through Friday at the same hours. Drop off your household hazardous wastes and latex paint. This is a free service to Chelan County residents. For a full list of items that the facility does and does not accept, go to the facility’s website: https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/solid-waste-management/pages/household-hazardous-wastes.

Chelan Senior Meals: Nov. 1-3, 6-8

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: Nov.1: BBQ Chicken, Macaroni Salad, Buttered Peas, Mixed Fresh Fruit, Biscuit, Dessert; Nov. 2: Sloppy Joe Sandwich, Jo Jo’s ,Coleslaw, Orange Quarters, Dessert; Nov. 3: Chicken & Wild Rice Soup, Cottage Cheese, Tossed Salad, Cucumber Salad, Tropical Fruit, WW Roll, Dessert; Nov. 6: Cordon Bleu Casserole, Normandy Vegetables, Tossed Green Salad,, Fruit Cocktail, Dessert; Nov. 7: Shepherd’s Pie, Caesar Salad, Pineapple, WW Roll, Dessert; Nov. 8: Ham, Au Gratin, Potatoes, Green Beans, WW Roll, Apple Crisp.

Nov. 1-2, 6-8

Chelan Valley Hope

Serving Bridgeport, Mansfield,  Waterville, Orondo, Chelan, Manson, Chelan Falls, Entiat

CHELAN - As we enter Native American Heritage Month (November), Chelan Valley Hope wants to highlight that supporting Indigenous people and culture is more than a month-long effort. It is an ongoing commitment to acknowledge the resilience and contributions of Indigenous communities and work towards a more equal society for all. At Hope, we strive to maintain a safe, supportive, and equal space for all. We also recognize that Chelan Valley Hope sits on the original homelands of the ščəl̕ámxəxʷ (Chelan) people. We raise our hands to honor the Indigenous people who have inhabited this land before us. 

Chelan Museum: Oct. 25-28

Fall/Winter Hours

CHELAN - The Chelan Museum is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The museum is located at the corner of Woodin Avenue and Emerson Street. For more information: 509-682-5644.

Zumba Fitness

Nov. 1, 2, 3

MANSON - Zumba Fitness Class, every Tuesday and Thursday morning (excluding holidays), through October, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Join Zumba instructor, Brenda, for some Zumba fitness fun. Donation is $5 per class. All ages welcome. It’s for everyone and is so much fun. This event is a partnership between the Manson Grange and the Manson Parks and Recreation Department. Donation is $5 per class. All donations help fund the Manson Grange building maintenance program.

 VFW #6853 Post Coffee/Donuts:

Nov. 3

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.

Food Bank food distribution:

Nov. 4, 7, 11

CHELAN - The Lake Chelan Food Bank food giveaway takes place each Saturday and Tuesday, 9 - 10 a.m.  Distribution is drive-thru at 417 S. Bradley Street.  Families are limited to one box per week.  In September an average of 127 families with 458 individuals were served each week.  A total of 23,200 pounds of food was distributed.  As the weather turns cold the need increases.  If you are able to help please donate online at lakechelanfoodbank.org or send to PO Box 2684, Chelan, 98816.  Non perishable food donations may be dropped off at the Lake Chelan Mirror office, 131 Apple Blossom Drive, Suite 109 (Chelan Business Center).

Glass recycle: Nov. 4

Hours: 10 a.m.-Noon

CHELAN - Rotary of Lake Chelan 911 Glass Rescue is open on Saturday mornings from 10 a.m. to 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. City of Chelan residents are asked not to put glass into their blue recycle bins, but to bring it out on Saturday mornings. Their all-volunteer team relies on support from members of the community to make the operation run smoothly every week. They have tasks suitable for all ages and abilities. To volunteer go to www.911glassrescue.org, and click on the volunteer tab on the home page..

Lake Chelan Community Choir:  Nov. 5

CHELAN/MANSON – The second rehearsal for the upcoming Christmas Cantata will be Sunday, Nov. 5. Rehearsals will be held at North Shore Bible Church, Manson on Sundays from 1-3 p.m. Performance dates are the evening of Friday, Dec. 15 and 2 p.m. Saturday afternoon, Dec. 16.  Individual books and rehearsal CD’s are available.  If you have questions and are interested in joining this unique group of talented and generous community members, please call director Marci Hale  at 509-687-3791.  They make a truly joyful noise and their performances are the unofficial start to the Christmas season.  

Thrive Teen Center: Nov. 2, 7, 9

CHELAN: The Thrive Teen Center will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from October-May.  The hours are 3:30-6:30 p.m. and dinner is served each night.  The Teen Center is located in the basement of the Lake Chelan United Methodist Church and is available to all middle and high school students in the valley.  There are volunteers to help with homework, pool tables, board games, air hockey, craft supplies, foosball, free clothing and hygiene closets, and more.  If you have any questions, email stefani@thrivechelanvalley.com.

Lions Club: Nov. 2, 16

MANSON - The Lake Chelan Lions Club holds bi-monthly meetings at the Manson Parks Building at 142 Pedoi St. in Manson. Meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month at 9 a.m

Chelan Friends of the Library: Nov. 7

CHELAN - The Chelan Friends of the Library will have their  next meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 4 p.m. at the Chelan Public Library located on Emerson Street. Come and help them plan their continued support of the Chelan Public Library and its many community resources.

Cancer Support Group: Nov. 9

CHELAN - The women surviving/thriving cancer support group will meet  Thursday, Oct. 12, 1 p.m., at the Chelan Library on Emerson Street. Whether you are newly diagnosed, going through treatments, a support to someone who is, or been thriving for years, please join them for this casual gathering. They will be meeting the second Thursday of each month. For more information call Anne Brooks, 509-682-8718.

Method Calvary Chapel special speaker: Nov. 11

METHOW - “Aliens and What The Bible Has To Say”. Join Methow Calvary Chapel for presentations by Will Marron from the “Peshastin Creation Museum” on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. Aliens and the Bible; then at 11 a.m.; Session 2:12:30 p.m. “After The Tower of Babel, Ancient peoples, and Their Amazing Technologies”; Q & A Session afterwards. For more information contact Pastor Jason at 509-733-4195. Methow Calvary Chapel, 1107 Highway 153, meets Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and Wednesday at 6 p.m. They study the bible verse by verse and Chapter by chapter making God’s word understandable and applicable to all. All are welcome.

Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group: Nov. 14

 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

Red Cross Blood Drives: Nov. 15

MANSON/CHELAN - An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Nov. 15, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at Chelan High School, 315 Webster Avenue. To schedule an appointment to donate, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

NAMI virtual Family to Family series: Nov. 19

NCW - NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Chelan Douglas will be putting on a VIRTUAL , free of charge, Family to Family series of eight classes for friends and family members of people with a mental health conditions. The course is designed to increase understanding and advocacy skills while helping  participants maintain their own wellbeing. The classes will begin on Sundays, starting Nov. 19 1-3:30 p.m. for eight weeks. You must have a tablet or computer to attend and wifi. To register contact Jacquie at namicdprograms@gmail.com or at 509 679-8266.

Grange Youth Fairs Program: Nov. 20

MANSON - The Manson Grange “Youth Fairs” program provides an opportunity for young Grange members to participate in an educational setting, designed to increase confidence, strengthen character, learn invaluable life skills and teach the importance of self-discipline. They meet the third Monday of every month at 6 p.m. The next meeting is Nov. 20 at the Manson Grange Hall. The program encourages learning opportunities for the members. The Grange “Youth Fairs” program offers young members, age 5-19 the opportunity to exhibit at county fairs and expositions. This program works alongside other nationally recognized programs such as 4-H and FFA. For more information: Norm Manly, 509-293-0225.

Family and friends Support Group:

Nov. 20

          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

Manson Grange: Nov. 27

MANSON - The Manson Grange #796 will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 27, 7 p.m., at the grange hall located at 157 E. Wapato Way. For more information: Norm Manly, 509-293-0225.

Lake Chelan Health board meeting: Nov. 28

CHELAN - The board of commissioners of Lake Chelan Health Hospital will meet in person on Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 1:30 p.m., in the board room at Lake Chelan Health, 110 S. Apple Blossom Drive. Those interested in attending may do so in person or via the internet. For agenda and login information to to lakechelanhealth.org