Aberdeen
Thursday, Aug. 20
• Everyone is invited to a summer recital for voice and piano students of Christine Hill Music Studios that will take place at 7 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, located at the corner of 2nd and Broadway Ave. Students include Jordon Bridges, Cori DeVerse, Kathleen Esses, Lars Foster-Jorgensen, Lacey Goble, Laura Hill, Drew Hollen, Seth Hollen, Lauren Kuhn, Austin Lenz, Ken McDonald, Angela McFadden, Ben Rice, Andrea Vingo and Brandon Walker with guest accompanist, Erica Hollen. There is no cost and a reception will follow the performance.
Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 22-23
• Grays Harbor Bowmen will host “Bowhunter Warm-Up,” a 3-D archery event. The event is non-competitive, participants should bring bows and arrows, rangefinders or binoculars. Thirty-five 3-D targets will be shot each day, possibly twice on Saturday. Registration is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sunday. Participants can form their own group and shoot any time on Saturday, and must be off the range by 1 p.m. Sunday. Adult registration is $10 for one day or $15 for both days. Junior rates and family discounts are available.
Sunday, Aug. 23
• The Dance Club of Grays Harbor will host dancing to the music of the “Country 4,” from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, 200 W. Market Street. Cost is $6 per person and includes refreshments.
Saturday, Aug. 29
• The WSU Master Gardeners of Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties will host a plant clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dennis Co.
Monday, Aug. 31
• Rain Drum Studio will host “Kindermusik for the Young Child,” a free demo class, at 5 p.m. at St. Mary’s School open house. The school is located at 518 N. H Street. The Kindermusik class is geared toward children between 4-7, and teaches them how to read music and play simple songs on their own instruments. Scholarships are available. For more information, call Lilith Piri at (360) 589-6869, e-mail raindrumstudio@gmail.com or visit www.raindrum.kindermusik.net.
Thursday, Sept. 10
• Rain Drum Studio will host a Kindermusik open house from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at 209 E. 8th St. Kindermusik is a music and movement program for children newborn to 7-years-old. Educator Lilith Piri will be on hand to discuss the benefits of music and the fall classes. For more information, call Piri at (360) 589-6869, e-mail raindrumstudio@gmail.com or visit www.raindrum.kindermusik.net.
Saturday, Sept. 19
• An art walk — “Future of Grays Harbor,” will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and will feature artists, photographers, performers, food, creativity and kids’ art wall. To register as a vendor or for more information, visit www.artwalk.jaiwa.com.

Beaches
Saturday, Aug. 22
• Westport Winery invites the public to learn about its beekeeping project as part of the National Honey Bee Awareness Day. Complimentary honey tasting will be served throughout the day, while guests learn about the importance of honey bees in food and flower production. For more information, call the winery at (360) 648-2224.
Sunday, Aug. 23
• “Seriously Spanish” culinary class will be hosted by Chef Erin from 3-5 p.m. at Westport Winery. Various Spanish recipes will be offered, including different sangria recipes from Westport Winery. Cost is $25 per person or $20 per wine club member. To register, call the winery at (360) 648-2224.

Elma
Saturday, Aug. 22
• Washington Old Time Fiddlers Association District No. 17 will offer music for listening and dancing from 7-10 p.m. at the Grange Hall. The public and musicians who play acoustical instruments are welcome. Donations and finger food will be accepted.
Thursday, Aug. 27
• The Board of Commissions for Mark Reed will meet at 6 p.m. at the council chambers, 202 W. Main St. The public is invited.
Friday-Sunday, Sept. 4-7
• Elma’s 11th annual citywide garage sale, sponsored by the Elma Chamber of Commerce, is set to take place during Elma Outlaw Days. Organizers say those wishing to include their address listed on a printed map to be distributed by local businesses the morning of the first day of the sale, should e-mail debbie@elmachamber.org or call the Elma Chamber of Commerce at (360) 482-3055, by Tuesday, Sept. 1. Cost is $5.

Elsewhere
Saturday, Aug. 22
• The Pacific County Historical Society will host “Garden Treasures II,” garden tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Raymond and South Bend. The Grays Harbor and Pacific counties Master Gardeners will be on hand to talk about composting at Raymond’s Riverview Education Center’s new greenhouse. The Russell House Bed and Breakfast in South Bend will offer a light refreshment break for ticket holders. Tickets are $10 each and are available at the Pacific County Museum in South Bend, Everyone’s Video in Raymond, The Planter Box in Long Beach, Kaija’s Nursery in Chehalis and Marshall’s in Aberdeen.
Thursday, Aug. 27
• Mike O’Connor will read from his book, “Unnecessary Talking: The Montesano Stories,” at 6 p.m. at Orca Books, 509 E. 4th Ave. in downtown Olympia. O’Connor’s book is a memoir and short story collection of growing up in Montesano in the 1950s. He has also published nine books of poetry and translations and is a recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts fellowship in Literature. He is currently a publisher of Empty Bowl Press in Port Townsend.
Through end of August
• Everyone who joins the Arbor Day Foundation during August will receive 10 free white flowering dogwood trees. The trees will be shipped postpaid between Oct. 15 and Dec. 10, for planting. The 6-12 inch trees are guaranteed to grow or will be replaced free of charge. New members will also receive The Tree Book, which includes information about tree planting and care, as well as Arbor Day, the foundation’s bimonthly publication. To receive the free trees, send a $10 membership contribution to: Ten Dogwoods, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE 68410, by Aug. 31, or join online at www.arborday.org.
Friday-Saturday, Sept. 11-12
• The 51st annual Pacific Northwest Christmas Tree Association Tree Fair and Trade Show will take place from noon to 5 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, at the Vancouver Hilton in Vancouver, Wash. The selection of winning trees in eight species categories of competition will be the highlight event; winners will be eligible for further competition for the honor of supplying the White House Christmas tree. Cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. For more information, call the association’s office at (503) 364-2942.

Grays Harbor Area
Saturday, Aug. 29
• Gordon Wilhelm and his gospel music group “The Renegades” will perform southern, bluegrass and country gospel music from 7-8:30 p.m. in the large shelter at Schafer State Park. There is no cost, but donations will be accepted. Guests should bring camp chairs; light refreshments will be provided. For more information, call (360) 789-9953.
• Northwest Freeride will host its first annual Grayland Open Jet Ski Competition from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Grayland Beach Road. Featured will be high-flying aerial action, barrel rolls, back flips and much more. There is no cost to attend, but those wishing to enter the event can download an application and learn more information, by visiting www.graylandopen.com.
Saturday, Sept. 5
• Ranger Arnold Hampton, his family and park staff will host an afternoon of events for children at Schafer State Park. Activities include sack races, trash and treasure hunts and rubber duck races on the river. Prizes will be awarded. Guests should bring a picnic and enjoy the fun; there is no cost, but donations will be accepted.

GH County Fairgrounds
Saturday, Aug. 22
• Car races will take place at the raceway. Gates will open at 4:30 p.m., with racing starting at 7 p.m. For ticket information, call (360) 482-4374.
Friday-Sunday, Aug. 28-30
• Customs Northwest’s 17th annual Unfinished Nationals Car Show will begin at 9 a.m. each day.
Saturday, Aug. 29
• Car races will take place at the raceway. Gates will open at 4:30 p.m., with racing starting at 7 p.m. For ticket information, call (360) 482-4374.

Hoquiam
Friday, Aug. 28
• The Harbor Art Guild invites all to an opening reception showcasing the artwork of young local artists from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Six Rivers Gallery, 210 6th St. The show, featuring area youth under 25 years of age will run through Sunday, Sept. 20.
Saturday, Sept. 12
• Entries are being sought for the Loggers Playday Parade; applications are available after 3 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, at the Hoquiam Elks Lodge, 624 K Street or by calling Bonnie Cable at 532-0334 — please leave a detailed message with your name, address, and contact information if your call is not answered. Applications are being sent to school for the newest category in the parade — the School Spirit Award. First place will receive a trophy and a $500 scholarship for graduating students.
Miscellaneous
• A new food bank has opened, and is open for business from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays-Wednesdays at the Harbor Assembly of God, 716 M Street.

McCleary
Thursdays, through Sept. 3
• Arts and crafts will take place in the covered picnic area of the McCleary park for children ages 5-8 from 1-2 p.m.; children 9-12 from 2-3 p.m. and teens from 3-4 p.m. All materials will be supplied, however it can be messy; students should come in clothes that can get paint on them. Crafts will feature painting, bead creations, mosaics, foam art, crepe paper creations and others. Teen and adult volunteers are welcome; there is no charge to attend.
Saturday, Sept. 19
• The McCleary Chamber of Commerce will host its 15th annual citywide garage sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., in conjunction with the 13th annual Simpson Families Helping Simpson Families swap meet. For more information, call McCleary Video at 495-3344.
Throughout September
• The city’s water system will be flushed, weather permitting, throughout the month, to dislodge normal residue accumulations from inside the waterlines. The activity may cause some discoloration of the water, but will not present any health hazards. Five fire hydrants will be opened for short periods of time, residents should stay clear of the area and exercise added caution when driving by an open hydrant. Lower-than-normal water pressure may be experienced as the crew flushes the lines near your area. Once the system has been flushed in a residence’s immediate area, it is suggested that their own system be flushed by running water in the bathtub or outdoor spigot until the water runs clear. It is also recommended to be sure the water in the washing machine runs clear before doing laundry. For more information, call the city at 495-3667.
Miscellaneous
• The McCleary Food Bank is open from 9:30 to 11 a.m. the second and fourth Mondays of each month, across from the fire station on the park side downtown. Anyone who lives in the 98557 zip code is welcome.

Montesano
Saturday, Aug. 22
• A work party for Lake Sylvia will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; meet at the beach area in the park. Participants should bring tools, gloves and lunch. Clearing trails and fixing a bridge is the planned activity. For more information, call Ranger Brian at 249-3621.
Thursday, Aug. 27
• 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 “The Effects of Grief.” The only cost for the series is $12 for the manual. For more information, call the church at 249-3242.
Saturday, Sept. 19
• The Montesano Lions’ 5th annual Turbo Turtle Trek will take place at 2 p.m. Turtles are $5 for one, $25 for 6 or $50 for 13 and can be purchased in Montesano at Price and Price Realty, Sterling Savings Bank, Timberland Bank, Burkhamer Property Services and Edward Jones. Prizes for winning the trek include a $1,000 grand prize, four tickets to a Seahawk game, a trip for two on a Brusco tug towing a ship in Grays Harbor, a chartered fishing trip and more. For more information, call Turtle Central at 249-6602.
• Tickets are available now for a tour of internationally acclaimed Cavanah Garden, to take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. The garden is located at 707 Middle Satsop Road. Tickets are $10 each and are available at Thriftway and at the garden. Additional ticket locations will be announced in the newspaper. Proceeds will benefit Montesano Community Education.
Miscellaneous
• The Montesano Food Bank is open from 1-3 p.m. the first four Fridays of the month. It is located at 213 W. Spruce St. For more information, call Lynn Kiser at 249-4163.
• The Senior Citizen Lunch Program for Aug. 24-28 will feature:
Monday: Mac and cheese, ham, green salad and chocolate cake.
Tuesday: Donna’s chicken, rice pilaf, veggies and fruit cobbler.
Wednesday: Meatloaf, roasted potatoes, veggies and pineapple cake.
Thursday: Ham and bean soup, cheese bread, Waldorf salad and Snickerdoodles.
Friday: Fish sandwich, coleslaw and ice cream.
The cooks note that the menu is subject to change, due to their mood. Alternate meals are available with two days notice; visit www.monteseniorcenter.webs.com. The senior center is located at the Silvia Center, 120 W. Marcy Ave.

Oakville
Thursday, Aug. 20
• Lydia Anderson of Oakville will give a free music performance from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at 111 Oak Street, across from the Oakville Timberland Library. Before the performance, a hamburger dinner fundraiser by the Friends of the Oakville Timberland Library will be served at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $6. For more information, call the library at (360) 273-5305.