Aberdeen
Thursday, Nov. 5
• The Grays Harbor Mental Health Advisory Board will meet at 9 a.m. in the Pearsall Building small meeting room, 2109 Sumner Ave. Call Margi two days in advance at 532-8665 ext. 278, if special language, hearing or accessibility assistance will be needed. Written material is also available in alternate formats upon request.
Saturday, Nov. 7
• Artist Ken Hurley will demonstrate his talents from noon to 4 p.m. at Clyde & Sylvia Frames-N-Things. As the featured artist of the month, he has participated in many local festivals, showing his oil paintings, watercolors and drawings of the West. Guests will have the chance to enter to win a piece of art he will complete during his November show. Frames-N-Things is located at 113 E. Wishkah St.
Thursday, Nov. 12
• “Count Your Blessings,” a luncheon and program for women of all ages will be offered at 11:30 a.m. at the Rotary Log Pavilion. The program, hosted by Grays Harbor Christian Women’s Connection and sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries, will specially feature Quilt Harbor Too, music by Becky Small of Camp Shiloh and speaker Lynn Hansen of Beaverton, Ore., on “A Story of Victory.” Cost is $12, and is all-inclusive. Reservations and cancellations are required, call Jeanette at 532-7998 or Linda at 532-3129. Complimentary daycare for ages 1 to 12 will be provided by reservation.
Sunday, Nov. 15
• The Dance Club of Grays Harbor will host “593 Singers Dance Party” from 1-5 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 1712 S. Boone St. Arlene Hoiland will teach a dance lesson from 1-2 p.m. Cost is $5 per person. Dancing will take place from 2-5 p.m. For more information on the lesson, call (360) 532-2211.
Wednesday, Nov. 18
• The Washington Coast Sustainable Salmon Partnership will meet for its regular monthly meeting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the offices of the Port of Grays Harbor, 111 S. Wooding. The meeting is open to the public. For more information, call Dana Dietz at (360) 289-2499.

Beaches
Friday-Sunday, Nov. 13-15
• “Sweeten a Child’s Life,” the Grayland Children’s Hospital Guild’s annual artisan show will take place from 2-7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, at the Tokeland Hotel. Local and regional vendors will offer artwork and crafts. There will also be several raffle items; winners will receive the items Sunday afternoon. The hotel will also serve meals. All profits will go to support uncompensated care of patients at Seattle Children’s Hospital. For more information, call Elenore at (360) 267-7872.
Saturday, Nov. 14
•James Clarkson, UFO investigator, will present a report of his in-depth examination of the Elk River UFO crash retrieval incident of 1979, along with highlights from the seventh annual UFO Crash Retrieval Conference at 1 p.m. at Westport Timberland Library, 101 E. Harms Ave. Clarkson has completed ongoing and specialized training from the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission in criminal investigation and police operations. He retired from the Aberdeen Police Department after 20 years.
Saturday, Nov. 21
• A wreath making class will be taught by Sherrie Rust and Jaymie Towle from noon to 3 p.m. at Westport Winery. Cost is $55 and will include a hearty lunch and all wreath-making supplies. Students will have the choice of making grape vine, artificial evergreen or a fresh evergreen wreath. Students should bring any extra embellishments and scissors. Space is limited and reservations are required, call the winery at 648-2224.
Saturday, Nov. 28
• A wreath making class will be taught by Sherrie Rust and Jaymie Towle from noon to 3 p.m. at Westport Winery. Cost is $55 and will include a hearty lunch and all wreath-making supplies. Students will have the choice of making grape vine, artificial evergreen or a fresh evergreen wreath. Students should bring any extra embellishments and scissors. Space is limited and reservations are required, call the winery at 648-2224.

Elma
Monday, Nov. 9
• The Fire District Board of Commissioners will host a budget hearing during a special meeting at 6 p.m. at the district’s Satsop station, 1003 Monte Elma Road. The hearing is open to the public.

Grays Harbor Area
Saturday, Nov. 14
• A community salmon bake will be offered at 1 p.m. at Schafer State Park. Guests are invited to sit around the fire in the Community Hall while salmon and hot beverages are served. Author Sue Schafer will be on hand, and information on volunteering and planning for next year will be available. Please RSVP by Saturday, Nov. 7. Guests are asked to bring a small side dish or dessert. For more information, or to RSVP, call Stet Palmer at (360) 789-9953, e-mail info@TheSchaferStateParkTeam.org or visit www.TheSchaferStateParkTeam.org.

GH County Fairgrounds
Saturday, Nov. 7
• A free workshop to help local farmers and landowners minimize losses in the event of a natural disaster is planned for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Dog Barn. The free workshop will feature presenters including the director of Oregon’s Department of Geology and Minerals Industry, Chuck Wallace, Deputy Director of Grays Harbor County’s Emergency Management Services, and others. Lunch will be provided by the Sharon Grange.
Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 7-8
• An indoor swap meet featuring house wares, furniture, collectibles and more will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.
Thursday, Nov. 12
• The Grays Harbor County Fair Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the WSU Extension office.

Hoquiam
Saturday, Nov. 7
• The annual Aberdeen/Hoquiam Fireman’s Ball and Silent Auction will take place from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Hoquiam Simpson Plaza, 220 Simpson Ave. Dancing to live music will be provided. For tickets, call (360) 532-5700, ext. 262 or (360) 532-1254.
Saturday, Nov. 14
• The Grays Harbor Genealogical Society will meet at 10 a.m. in the meeting room at the Hoquiam Timberland Library. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. Margaret Tingwell will present a program on Women of the Civil War. For more information, call 532-6611.

McCleary
Saturday, Nov. 7
• The McCleary Community Education Association will host its annual Basket Bingo fundraiser from 4-8 p.m. at the McCleary School. Themed baskets will be given as prizes for blackouts. One winning basket is allowed per household. Concessions and a silent auction will be available.

Montesano
Thursday, Nov. 5
• A public meeting to discuss the Montesano Downtown Plan will take place from 6-8:30 p.m. at the city hall. The ideas of members of the community along with consultants for downtown Montesano will be presented.
• GriefShare recovery seminar and support group meets from 7-8:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Church of God, 317 E. Spruce St. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief and recovery topics. The topic to be discussed will be “Heaven.” The only cost for the series is $12 for the manual. For more information, call the church at 249-3242.
Friday-Saturday, Nov. 6-7
• The Friends of the W.H. Abel Memorial Timberland Library will host its biannual Basement Bargains Book Sale from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Entry is at the back of the building.
Tuesday, Nov. 10
• The Montesano Chamber of Commerce general meeting at noon will feature Brian Hovis, parks planner for the Washington State Parks. The meeting will take place at City Hall. For more information, call Dan Olsen, president, at (360) 249-4021.
Wednesday, Nov. 11
• The Citizen Corps meets at 9 a.m. on the second floor of the Forestry Building, 310 W. Spruce St. A meeting of the Local Emergency Planning Committee follows at 10 a.m. the same day and in the same location. Both meetings are open to the public. For more information, call 249-3911.
Thursday, Nov. 12
• GriefShare recovery seminar and support group will meet from 7-9 p.m. at the Church of God, 317 E. Spruce St. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief and recovery topics. The topic to be discussed will be “Surviving the Holidays.” Guests will also receive a free book with over 30 daily readings providing additional insights and ideas on holiday survival. For more information, call the church at 249-3242 from 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday through Friday, or e-mail goodnews@mchog.org.
Friday, Nov. 13 and Sunday, Nov. 15
• The Montesano High School Drama Club will host three comedy one-acts including Attack of the Giant Exes, Night of the Livid Dad and Not-So-Grimm Tales at 7 p.m. Friday and at 2 p.m. Sunday, in the commons at the high school. Over 25 students from grades 7-12 will perform this student directed show. Cost is $5 per person.
Saturday, Nov. 14
• The Grays Harbor/Pacific County Pomona Grange will meet at 10 a.m. at the Wynooche Valley Grange. A potluck will follow at noon. The community service collection items will be books. All members are invited. For more information, call Sharon Gerard at 249-5350.
• Moms In Touch International will host a worldwide day of prayer for children and schools to take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Montesano Presbyterian Church, 201 McBryde Ave. E. To register, visit www.MomsInTouch.org or register at the door. For more information, call Emily Meier at (360) 249-4224. Moms In Touch is an interdenominational Christian women’s ministry.
Thursday, Nov. 19
• A second planning workshop that will lead to land use plans for Lake Sylvia and Schafer state parks will take place form 7-9 p.m. at the Montesano City Hall, 112 N. Main St. The workshop will follow up on comments from park visitors and community members from the first stage of the process.
Monday-Tuesday, Nov. 23-24
• A two-day AARP Driver Safety Class has been scheduled for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Montesano Timberland Library. Participants 55 and older who complete the course will qualify for a reduction in their insurance premium. Drivers under 55 may also qualify — check with your insurance company. Cost is $14 per person and AARP members can receive a $2 discount with proof of membership. Class size is limited and can fill quickly, so pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call Danny Wills at 249-5977.
Thursday, Nov. 26
• Everyone is invited to the “Feast For Friends” at the Montesano Community Center, 120 W. Marcy. Doors will open at 2 p.m. and dinner will be served at 3 p.m. There is no cost to attend; turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, rolls, dessert and beverages will be provided. If attending, please bring an appetizer, salad or side dish. Also offered will be games, football and music. To sign up, call the center at 249-4900 or call Donna at 249-5181, Louie at 249-1933 or Chris at 249-8059.
Miscellaneous
• The Senior Citizen Lunch Program for Nov. 9-13 will feature:
Monday: Chicken noodle soup, cheese bread, Jell-O salad and brownies.
Tuesday: Meat loaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables and pineapple pistachio dessert.
Wednesday: Barbecue chicken, macaroni salad, coleslaw and applesauce birthday cake.
Thursday: Cooks’ choice.
Friday: Cooks’ choice.
The cooks note that the menu is subject to change, due to their mood. Visit www.monteseniorcenter.webs.com for more information. The senior center is located at the Silvia Center, 120 W. Marcy Ave.

Quinault
Thursday, Nov. 5
• A public meeting to discuss planning efforts and related interests and concerns of the Olympic National Park will be held from 5-7 p.m. in the conference room at the Forest Service, 353 South Shore Road, Quinault. For more information, call the Pacific Ranger District at (360) 374-6522 or visit http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/olympic.

Elsewhere
Miscellaneous
• Free eye screenings are being offered through Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Hands On Children’s Museum. No admission or membership is required. For dates and times, call the museum at (360) 956-0818.