Lake Chelan Valley Events, Things to do, Meetings October 11 - 29

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:

Oct.11, 12, 13

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:  Oct. 11-13

Latex paint now accepted - Drop off Saturday, Nov.

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 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: Oct. 11-13

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.  11: Tuna Noodle Casserole, Peas & Carrots, Spiced Salad, Oregon Berries, Dessert; Oct:12:, Cabbage Patch Stew, Tossed Salad, Waldorf Salad, Mozzarella Breadsticks, Dessert; Oct. 13: Lemon Baked Fish, Wild Rice, Glazed Carrots, Caesar Salad, Peaches, Focaccia Bread, Dessert; Oct. 16: Wild Rice & Ham Casserole, Buttered Peas, Spinach Salad, Orange Quarters, WW Bread or Roll Dessert; Oct. 17:, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes / Gravy, Green Beans, Pears, WW Roll, Oatmeal Cookies, Oct. 18: Personal Size Omelettes, Potatoes OíBrien, V-8 Juice, Peaches, Cereal Bar, Blueberry Muffin.

WAITING ON THEIR NEW COPY

Oct. 11-12

Chelan Valley Hope

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

CHELAH - Chelan Valley Hope’s Winter Coat Drive has officially launched for the season. We are accepting new and gently used coats, hats, scarves, gloves, and new socks. All sizes are needed. Donation bins can be found at the following locations; Chelan Valley Hope, Chelan Fire & Rescue, Manson Fire Dept., Lake Chelan Eagles, Twisted Cork, North Shore Bible Church, Church of the Nazarene, Chelan Library, and Even Keel Roadhouse. If you are in need of warm winter wear please call or visit us at Chelan Valley Hope, open Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (closed Noon to 1 p.m.) Call 509-888-2114 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Or visit our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to get the latest CVH news and updates chelanvalleyhope.org, @ChelanValleyHope.

Chelan Museum: Oct. 11-14

CHELAN - The Chelan Museum is open Tuesday thru Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. The museum is located at the corner of Woodin Avenue and Emerson Street. For more information: 509-682-5644.

Zumba Fitness

Oct. 11, 12, 17

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.

Thursday Farmers Market: Oct. 12

CHELAN - Chelan Evening Farmers Market runs May through October 26 every Thursday from 2-6 p.m. in Riverwalk Park and Emerson Street. Enjoy numerous vendors carrying fresh fruit, veggies, flowers, crafts, food trucks, live music and so much more. Each week is something a little different. www.chelanfarmersmarket.org/

 VFW #6853 Post Coffee/Donuts:

Oct. 13

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.

Chelan Saturday Farmers Market:

Oct. 14

CHELAN - Chelan Saturday Farmers Market is held every Saturday now until October 28, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Johnson Avenue Parking lot, 102 E. Johnson Avenue, next to Kelly Allen Insurance.

Food Bank food distribution:

Oct. 14, 17, 21

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: Oct. 14

Hours: 10 a.m.-Noon

CHELAN - Rotary of Lake Chelan 911 Glass Rescue is open on Saturday mornings from 10 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. 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.

Cancer Support Group: Oct. 12

CHELAN - The women surviving/thriving cancer support group will meet  Thursday, October 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.

Chelan Valley Republican Women:  Oct. 13

 MANSON - Chelan Valley Republican Women (CVRW) will hold their October club meeting at Wine Girl Wines, 222 E. Wapato Way, Manson, on Friday, October 13, at Noon. 

Guest speakers will be:  Grassroots Activist, Writer and Noted Speaker Glen Morgan.  Glen is the founder of “We the Governed” and Executive Director of the Citizens Alliance for Property Rights.  He also founded the Washington Voter Research Project. Local school board and other candidates have been invited to join us and speak. Guests and non-members are welcome. Men are always welcome. Food, wine and beverages will be available for purchase.  Please contact Pam James, club president, for questions at 425-343-2911.

Lake Chelan Community Choir:  Oct. 15

CHELAN/MANSON – The second rehearsal for the upcoming Christmas Cantata will be Sunday, October 15. Rehearsals will be held at North Shore Bible Church, Manson on Sundays from 1-3 p.m. Performance dates are the evening of Friday, December 15 and 2 p.m. Saturday afternoon, December 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.  

Family and friends Support Group:

Oct. 16

          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

Grange Youth Fairs Program: Oct. 16

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 October 16 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.

Red Cross Blood Drives: Oct. 18, Nov. 15

MANSON/CHELAN - An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Oct. 18, 1-6  p.m. at North Shore Bible Church; and 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).

Lions Club: Oct. 19

MANSON - The Lake Chelan Lions Club hold 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.

Manson Grange: Oct. 23

MANSON - The Manson Grange #796 will meet on Tuesday, October 23, 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:

Oct. 24

CHELAN - The board of commissioners of Lake Chelan Health Hospital will meet in person on Tuesday, October 24, 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

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