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Chemainus Valley weekly events and entertainment schedule – Chemainus Valley Courier

Chemainus Valley weekly events and entertainment schedule - Chemainus Valley Courier

THURSDAY, JUNE 16 THROUGH SUNDAY, JUNE 19

Museum exhibit: Featuring a new ’70s exhibit, open Thursdays to Sundays 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Chemainus Valley Museum, 9799 Waterwheel Crescent.

THURSDAY, JUNE 16 THROUGH SATURDAY, JUNE 18 and WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22

Blue and Yellow for Ukraine: Show and fundraiser, all 2D artwork and 3D pieces participating, 50 to 100 per cent of all sale prices will be donated to help the people of Ukraine, Wednesday through Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (hours may change), Rainforest Arts, 9781 Willow Street, Chemainus.

FRIDAY, JUNE 17 THROUGH SUNDAY, AUG. 21

Classic Country Roads: Walk a country mile with comedic hosts in this old-time, fun lovin’ hayride of a revue that takes you through genres from classic country, western, bluegrass, honky tonk, rockabilly, country waltz, old-time country and the many others from the Grand Ole Opry; go to http://tickets.chemainustheatrefestival.ca to reserve, Chemainus Theatre Festival.

FRIDAY, JUNE 17

Meat draw: 4-7 p.m., Chemainus Legion 191 Hall Lounge, 9775 Chemainus Rd.

Bingo: Doors open at 4 p.m., games until 6:30 p.m., Chemainus Legion 191 Hall, 9775 Chemainus Rd.

SATURDAY, JUNE 18

Chemainus Rotary Club bottle drop: Refundables accepted to support local programs and charitable causes, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Rotary bunker, Chemainus Road (across from Subway).

Museum open: Exhibits from the once-thriving copper smelter and the years of old school class pictures are the favourites of many, open 10 a.m.-2 p.m., admission by donation, Crofton Old School Museum, Queen Street and Joan Avenue.

Chemainus Village Square Chili Contest: $25 for the bowl, fill it up at each vendor and then vote for your favourite, all proceeds to the Chemainus Harvest House Food Bank, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Chemainus Village Square,

Meat draw: 3-6 p.m., Chemainus Legion 191 Hall Lounge, 9775 Chemainus Rd.

Live music: The Fabulous B-Sides, tickets $15 at eventbrite.ca, 7 p.m., Osborne Bay Pub, the Cowichan Valley’s live music destination, 1534 Joan Ave., Crofton.

SUNDAY, JUNE 19

Museum open: Crofton Old School Museum, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., admission by donation, Queen Street and Joan Avenue.

TUESDAY, JUNE 21

National Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Activities include opening prayer, Tzinqwa Singers, Stz’uminus youth songs and dance; entertainment by Ed Peekeekoot, Cactus Cadillacs, Mitchell Sisters, Keanu Ienco; starting at noon at Water Wheel Park; also opening of Wu’Laam Forest Trail, book signing by Penelakut elder Raymond Tony Charlie, presented by the Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society.

Meat draw: 3-6 p.m., Chemainus Legion 191 Hall Lounge, 9775 Chemainus Rd.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22

Chemainus Wednesday market: Open 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Waterwheel Square.

(To have your event listed, send an email to don.bodger@chemainusvalleycourier.ca.)

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9 THROUGH SUNDAY, JUNE 12

Museum exhibit: Featuring a new ’70s exhibit, open Thursdays to Sundays 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Chemainus Valley Museum, 9799 Waterwheel Crescent.

THURSDAY, JUNE 9 THROUGH SATURDAY, JUNE 11 and WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15

Blue and Yellow for Ukraine: Show and fundraiser, all 2D artwork and 3D pieces participating, 50 to 100 per cent of all sale prices will be donated to help the people of Ukraine, Wednesday through Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (hours may change), Rainforest Arts, 9781 Willow Street, Chemainus.

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

Student Artwork showcase: Inspired by Salish weave box sets, opening ceremony at 12:30 p.m., Crofton Elementary School, 8017 York Ave., Crofton.

Meat draw: 4-7 p.m., Chemainus Legion 191 Hall Lounge, 9775 Chemainus Rd.

Bingo: Doors open at 4 p.m., games until 6:30 p.m., Chemainus Legion 191 Hall, 9775 Chemainus Rd.

SATURDAY, JUNE 11

Chemainus Rotary Club bottle drop: Refundables accepted to support local programs and charitable causes, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Rotary bunker, Chemainus Road (across from Subway).

Museum open: Exhibits from the once-thriving copper smelter and the years of old school class pictures are the favourites of many, open 10 a.m.-2 p.m., admission by donation, Crofton Old School Museum, Queen Street and Joan Avenue.

Meat draw: 3-6 p.m., Chemainus Legion 191 Hall Lounge, 9775 Chemainus Rd.

Live music: Daniel Cook & The Radiators, eclectic roots group, tickets $15 at eventbrite.ca, 7 p.m., Osborne Bay Pub, the Cowichan Valley’s live music destination, 1534 Joan Ave., Crofton.

SUNDAY, JUNE 12

Book reading/signing: Crofton author Leona Bourcier, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Cedrick’s Coffee House, 1610 Joan Ave., Crofton.

Chemainus Classical Concerts: Instruments of Change, The KeyWinds Trio, prepaid tickets $20, at the door $25, $10 for Under 18, to reserve call Eleanor Montour (250-748-8383), 2 p.m., St. Michael’s Church, 2858 Mill St., Chemainus.

Museum open: Crofton Old School Museum, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., admission by donation, Queen Street and Joan Avenue.

TUESDAY, JUNE 14

Meat draw: 3-6 p.m., Chemainus Legion 191 Hall Lounge, 9775 Chemainus Rd.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15

Chemainus Wednesday market: Open 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Waterwheel Square.

(To have your event listed, send an email to don.bodger@chemainusvalleycourier.ca.)

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The Key Winds Trio consisting of Margaret St. Cyr, French horn; Yvonne Gillespie, piano; and Annick Richardson, clarinet. (Photo submitted)

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Memorial Day events around the valley

Memorial Day events around the Valley

FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) – There are dozens of Memorial Day events happening in our area Monday, May 30th.

There will be a short event at 7 A.M. on Veterans Memorial Bridge between Fargo and Moorhead.

In Moorhead, there will be events at the Moorhead Memorial Garden at 8:45 A.M., at the Evergreens at 10 A.M., at Prairie Home Cemetery at 10:15 A.M., at St. Joseph at 10:30 A.M., and at Riverside at 10:40 A.M.

In Fargo, there will be events at Holy Cross at 8:30 A.M., Oakwood Cemetery in Harwood at 10 A.M., the West Fargo VFW at 10:45 A.M., Riverside at 11 A.M., Sunset Memorial Garden at noon, and Lindenwood Park at 1 P.M.

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Rogue Valley livestreams, virtual events: May 27

Rogue Valley livestreams, virtual events: May 27

Recurring Events

Ashland seniors activities

A variety of virtual and in-person activities and services are available to adults 50 and older Mondays through Fridays through the Ashland Senior Center, 1699 Homes Ave. See ashlandseniorservices.org or call 541-488-5342 for full listings.

Native plants garden tour

Take a virtual tour through 11 gardens to explore trees, shrubs, perennials and wildflowers that are native to our area at jacksoncountymga.org/native-plants-garden-tour. Included are an eco-restoration garden, a permaculture mini-farm, a small urban garden and more. Admission is free; donations to the Jackson County Master Gardeners Association will be accepted. For more information, call 541-227-1358.

Historic Jacksonville virtual tour

Historic Jacksonville, Inc. has created a variety of virtual ways for you to explore the National Historic Landmark town, Jacksonville. Watch two online videos — a 30-minute “Walk through History” virtual tour which takes you to 23 different sites, and a 45-minute “Jacksonville Historic Homes” video tour which visits 27 different historic houses including the wooden 1855 Mathew G. Kennedy house, the 1873 Beekman House, and the 1892 Jeremiah Nunan house. Read through two text-based virtual tours “Beekman Bank Nuggets,” and “Mrs. Beekman Invites You to Call,” or the “Walk through History” blog to learn more about specific Jacksonville historic sites. You can also read stories of beer, wine, whiskey, saloons, and “entrepreneurs” in the “Thirsty Thursday” on-line series. For more information or to access see historicjacksonville.org.

May Events

Gypsy Soul

Folk, soul and roots duo Cilette Swann and Roman Morykit will perform a livestream concert as part of their ongoing “Front Row with Gypsy Soul” virtual concert series at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 28. A pre-show will start at 4:45 p.m. The duo will perform a mix of originals and covers during the hour/hour-and-a-half-long show, including their new single “Into the Mystic,” ”Ordinary World,” and “Higher Ground,” off their yet-to-be-released album “Cover Story.” The concert is available to be livestreamed via Facebook, YouTube and Twitch, and on the Gypsy Soul website (gypsysoul.com). The show is a “pay-what-you-want” basis. Once at the duo’s website, you will find a “virtual tip jar,” where you can use PayPal or a credit card to start the show. You do not have to sign up for anything unless you would like to be sent a reminder for the concert or you’d like to be part of the chat/comments during the concert.

Southern Oregon Climate Action Project

The climate action group will host a free general meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, via Zoom, to discuss climate justice. Virginia Camberos, Rogue Valley Regional Director of Unite Oregon and Rodrigo Narbona from the Northwest Justice Project will talk about understanding what climate justice means and the importance of incorporating climate justice into daily life. They will be joined by Unite Oregon Climate Justice Committee Speakers, Anahi Cervantes and Jose Antonio Bucio, who will tell their personal stories. Erika Bucio will translate for the Spanish-speaking panelists. To register for the virtual meeting, or for more information, see socan.eco/events.

June Events

‘Windows in Time’ local history lecture

As part of the free “Windows in Time” lecture series, local historian Ben Truwe, will present “Seamy Side of Medford: 1884-1935” at noon Wednesday, June 1, via Zoom and in-person. See listing in Live Events for further details.

Queer Coffee House

The social group for LGBTQ+ communities and their allies meets from 10 a.m. to noon the first Saturday of each month (June 4) via Zoom. Bring a list of your recent favorite books, movies, and/or podcasts, and share what projects or crafts you’re working on. To register or further details, see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar, or call 541-774-8679.

Booking It — Running and Reading Club

Kids ages 13 and older who are interested in reading and running are invited to run and to read (or listen to an audio-book while running) each week then gather virtually at 4 p.m. the first Monday of each month (June 6) via Zoom to discuss how the running is going and what everyone is reading. For further details or to register, see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-8679. Meeting details will be emailed to you when you register.

Medford Library Book Chat: Adults 18 and older can discuss selected books with others in this reading group at 5:30 p.m. the second Tuesday (June 14)of every month at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave., and via Zoom. See listing in Live Events for further details.

Teen Trivia

Teens ages 13 and older can join in a live, fast-paced game of general knowledge trivia using Zoom and the Kahoot platform at 4:30 p.m. the fourth Monday (June 29) of every month. Log into the Zoom meeting to see the questions and respond on the Kahoot app or website. You don’t need an account to play, just the app and the game PIN, which we will be provided during the Zoom meeting. This quiz will contain 70 questions on a variety of subjects. For further details or to register, see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-8679. Meeting details will be emailed to you when you register.

July Events

Queer Coffee House

The social group for LGBTQ+ communities and their allies meets from 10 a.m. to noon the first Saturday of each month (July 2) via Zoom. Bring a list of your recent favorite books, movies, and/or podcasts, and share what projects or crafts you’re working on. To register or further details, see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar, or call 541-774-8679.

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Memorial Day events around the Valley

Memorial Day events around the Valley
Easthampton

A parade will step off at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 30, beginning on Clark Street, according to South Hadley-Easthampton Veterans Agent Michael Slater. The parade will travel onto Cottage Street and Union Street, turn right on Main Street, around Pulaski Park, continuing south on Main Street past the Emily Williston Memorial Library, left on Payson Lane then left on Park Street to the library.

Following the parade, a ceremony will be held at the war memorials in front of the library.

Hadley 

Hadley’s Memorial Day parade, not held since 2019, returns at 2 p.m. Sunday and will start from the Hadley American Legion Post 271, 162 Russell St. (Route 9).

The formation for participants, including members of the Legion, public officials representatives of the Police and Fire departments and Girl and Boy scouts, begins at 1:15 p.m., with vehicle participants, such as antique cars, floats, polka bands and farm vehicles forming 15 minutes earlier.

The parade begins with a flag-raising at the Legion and concludes on the Town Common on West Street near the General Hooker Monument.

Before the parade, there will be a series of memorial events at town cemeteries. All participants and spectators are invited for refreshments at the American Legion after the event.

Hatfield

A flyover by the U.S. Air Force F-22 Demo Team will signal the beginning of Hatfield’s Memorial Day parade at 12:30 p.m. Sunday.

Starting from the American Legion Post 344 at 1 Prospect St. and running to Town Hall, the parade will also celebrate the Legion’s 100th anniversary, which was set to be commemorated in 2020 but was delayed due to the pandemic. Because of that milestone, the parade will include participants such as the Connecticut Valley Fife and Drum and Melha Shriners, as well as a number of tractors and cars. 

A ceremony will take place at Smith Academy Park following the parade. Lt. Col. John Paradis, retired from the U.S. Air Force, will be the guest speaker.

Northampton

The 2022 Memorial Day Parade steps off from Trinity Row in Florence on Monday, May 30, at 10:10 a.m.

Organized by the Veterans Council of Northampton and Central Hampshire Veterans Services, it will mark the 154th consecutive Memorial Day parade in Northampton.

Central Hampshire Veterans Services director Steven Connor said it is the longest-running annual parade in the country that is held on Memorial Day. It will proceed to the Park Street Cemetery to be followed by an 11 a.m. ceremony honoring fallen service members.

Marching units include VFW Post 8006 DAV Chapter 92 and American Legion Post 288, as well as veterans from the VA Central Western Massachusetts Medical Center and residents of Soldier On. The Northampton Police and Fire departments are scheduled to march, along with many of the city’s elected leaders.

The JFKeys choral group is scheduled to open the ceremony with the national anthem; the Northampton High School band is set to play “God Bless America” and “Danny Boy.”

The parade and ceremony will be held rain or shine.

Connor said the day’s events offer a chance to teach children and other young people that “this country doesn’t come without a cost. The cost is, men and women die serving their country during war.”

Over the weekend, Connor said, more than a dozen members of the high school Key Club participated in planting flags at veterans’ graves in Spring Grove Cemetery.

“We have pictures of the parade in Florence during the 40s and even earlier, and the streets were always crowded,” Connor said. “Most of the citizens that come to see this one really have an understanding that it’s a solemn event. Yes, we have kids in the parade. We try to tell them why we have a parade.”

This year’s special guests will be the family members of Michael J. Netto, Edward S. Mazuch and Andrew C. Trushaw. The family members will receive the Massachusetts Medal of Liberty, an honor for service members who were killed in action or veterans who died as a result of their wounds.

Amherst

War Memorial Pool will be the site for Amherst’s Memorial Day event, which starts at 9 a.m. Monday.

And for the first time since 2019, the event will be preceded by a brief parade, stepping off from the Town Common and going through downtown before getting to Community Field.

Town Manager Paul Bockelman will be the master of ceremonies at the event, while local historian Robert Romer will be the guest speaker. Romer recently wrote a book profiling an Amherst College student who lost his life while fighting for the Union Army during the Civil War.

The Amherst High School Chorale is also expected to perform, and members of the American Legion and VFW, along with police and firefighters, will be among those participating.

Pelham

Residents are invited to the Memorial Day observance at the Quabbin Park Cemetery, 100 Winsor Dam Road, Belchertown Monday, May 30, at 10 a.m.

A parade and service follow at 11 a.m., honoring individuals removed from their original resting places for the building of the Quabbin Reservoir. Pelham residents should march behind the Pelham Historical Society banner.

Southampton

The Police Department will lead off the parade at 9 a.m. at William E. Norris School at 34 Pomeroy Meadow Road with all participants traveling toward College Highway and stopping at the Center Cemetery to lay flowers on the graves of veterans. 

The parade will feature some locals driving some antique and unique vehicles, according to Luci Dalton, a member of the town’s Memorial Day Committee. Marchers include veterans, members of the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, and Ms. Western Massachusetts Caroline Holladay, she said. 

From the cemetery, the parade will continue to the center of town where wreaths will be laid on town monuments.

At the end of the parade, the Southampton Lions Club will hold a dedication for the town’s gazebo. 

South Hadley

A veterans breakfast will be held on Friday, May 27 at 9 a.m. at the Senior Center, located at 45 Dayton St. The event will include a ceremony honoring local Gold Star families, music and military remembrances.

On Monday, May 30, a reading of the names ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. at the Civil War Monument, located at the intersection of College and Hadley streets, and also at the war memorial at 9:45 a.m. at Town Hall, 116 Main St.

A Memorial Day ceremony will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at South Hadley High School, 153 Newton St.

Westhampton

A parade is set for shortly after 11 a.m. Monday, May 30. Those marching will assemble at 10:45 a.m. on South Road in front of the Veterans Memorial, with children carrying bouquets to be placed on graves of veterans.

The event will start with a flag-raising in front of the memorial led by Cub Scout Pack 209 and the singing of the Star Spangled Banner, led by Julie Holt. The parade will march to the cemetery. A ceremony will follow at the cemetery, featuring speakers Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa, D-Northampton, and Suzanne Krafft, acting associate director of VA Central Western Massachusetts Health Care.

Following the ceremony, a luncheon presented by Westhampton Congregational United Church of Christ Church around noontime will be available for $6 per person. 

Holyoke

The United Veterans of Holyoke and Veterans’ Services is hosting an hourlong Memorial Day tribute from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the War Memorial building.

The Bethlehem Baptist Community Church choir will be singing, and invited speakers include Mayor Josh Garcia, City Council President Todd McGee, state Rep. Patricia Duffy, D-Holyoke, and keynote speaker Col. Joseph Janik, who is the 439 Airlift Wing Commander.

Chris Sims of the War Memorial Commission will serve as master of ceremonies at the event.

Though the event begins at 10 a.m., coffee and donuts will be served beginning at 9 a.m. when the building doors open. Those looking for more information can contact United Veterans of Holyoke at 413-322-5631.

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Mid-Ohio Valley communities schedule Memorial Day events

Mid-Ohio Valley communities schedule Memorial Day events



Romel Henderson, with American Legion Post 15, stood before a monument at City Park following the Memorial Day ceremony in 2021. (File Photo)

PARKERSBURG — Memorial Day programs organized by differing veterans organizations, funeral homes and service groups will be held Memorial Day Weekend across the Mid-Ohio Valley.

In addition to ceremonies and parades, there will also be a couple of special events.

* On Saturday, MOV Tactical will hold its first Ruck N’ Run race at City Park in Parkersburg. The ruck run/walk will begin with registration at 7:30 a.m. with the race to begin at 9 a.m. The registration fee is $30 at MOV Tactical, 409 32nd St., Vienna, or on the day of the race at the City Park Pavilion. More information is available by calling 304-699-9011, 304-480-1401 or 681-588-0144. All proceeds will benefit Disabled American Vets Chapter 52 Pioneer City.

* On Monday, a Memorial Day Picnic organized by DAV Pioneer Chapter 52 will be 1-4 p.m. at 835 DAV Road in Whipple. The event is open to the public and will include free music, food and drinks along with a raffle.

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Bill Harpold, president of the Belpre Area Veterans, hosted the Belpre Memorial Day ceremony at Leavitt Funeral Home in Belpre in 2021. (File Photo)

Elsewhere in the Mid-Ohio Valley, the Memorial Day services and parades will be spread out over the weekend, with one each on Saturday and Sunday and the rest scheduled for Monday.

* On Saturday, Sunset Memory Gardens on West Virginia 95 in south Parkersburg will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony.

This year’s program will be 9 a.m. Saturday at the Veterans Wall at the front of the cemetery with a rifle salute, flag folding ceremony and other activities. The cemetery’s Avenue of Flags will be on display through the weekend. Sunset will also be hosting a food drive from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday for Disabled American Veterans Chapter 32 to benefit area veterans.

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* On Sunday, a ceremony will be 2 p.m. at Ravenswood Cemetery. It will feature speakers and county and city officials along with representatives from law enforcement agencies and local veterans groups as special guests at the ceremony.

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* In Belpre, the annual Memorial Day program will be 11 a.m. Monday at Leavitt Funeral Home in Belpre, at the flagpole and veterans memorial dedicated in 2007 by the funeral home to veterans who have received services there.

The event is organized by Leavitt Funeral Home and the Belpre Veterans Association. The program will feature speakers, a rifle salute and the laying of a wreath and the playing of “Taps” during the ceremony. Light refreshments will be served at the funeral home.

* The Beverly-Waterford parade will be 9 a.m. Monday with lineup at Fort Frye High School and services at Beverly Cemetery, Waterford Bridge and Waterford Cemetery. The parade is sponsored by the American Legion Post 389. The speaker will be Washington County Commissioner James Booth. Post 389 will host a breakfast following the parade and ceremonies.

* In Marietta, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5108 will again sponsor the early morning parade from Harmar Elementary School to Harmar Cemetery with lineup at 7:30 a.m., the parade will start at 8 a.m.

American Legion Post 64 will conduct the annual downtown Marietta parade. Lineup begins at 9 a.m. on Wooster Street and the parade begins at 10 a.m. following Wooster Street and Fifth Street with a “pass and review” at Mound Cemetery. It will conclude on Putnam Street Bridge for a Memorial Day Ceremony with the Marietta Noon Lions and the Bridge of Heroes Dedication.

A project of Marietta Noon Lions, Bridge of Heroes seeks to honor the community’s military service members and veterans. During the weeks of Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day, the Putnam Street Bridge will be lined with more than 100 flags dedicated to the brave men and women who have served the country.

Following the parades, there will be lunch served at the American Legion and VFW posts in Marietta.

* In Parkersburg, American Legion Post 15 will begin its day with a ceremony at 9 a.m. Monday at the post headquarters at 2505 Ohio Ave. in the traffic circle.

A full Memorial Day service organized by Post 15 will follow at 10 a.m. Monday at City Park at the veterans plaza next to the pond. There will be posting of the colors, speakers, “Taps,” a rifle salute and the laying of a wreath. The names of area veterans who have died since the last Memorial Day will be read.

* In Williamstown, American Legion Post 159 will be gathering at Tomlinson Park at 9 a.m. Monday for the annual parade. The parade will depart at 9:30 a.m. to the Riverview Cemetery on Waverly Road where the community will honor the deceased veterans by laying of the wreath by the Ladies Auxiliary and a rifle salute by the Color Guard along with “Taps.” Mayor Paul Jordan will be the guest speaker. A flag disposal ceremony and lunch will follow at the post.

* In Ripley, the Jackson County Veterans Memorial Day Service will be 11 a.m. Monday on the Jackson County Courthouse lawn. There will be speakers, including Jackson County Commissioner Mike Randolph, a Vietnam veteran, the posting of the colors, the national anthem, a rifle ceremony, wreath-laying and other activities.

Wayne Towner can be reached at wtowner@newsandsentinel.com




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Vaccine, microchip clinic planned Saturday in New Kensington

Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley will host a vaccine and microchip clinic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday in the shelter parking lot, 730 Church St., New Kensington.

Services available and cost are: one-year rabies vaccine, $15; DHPP 5-in-1 canine vaccine, $20; FvRCP 3-in-1 feline vaccine, $20; and microchip, $20. Cash only will be accepted.

Animals must be at least three months old to receive a rabies shot. Dogs must be on a non-retractable leash and cats must be in a carrier. Park and walk up outside the clinic.


Free lunch offered Wednesday at Allegheny Valley Church of God

Allegheny Valley Church of God, 216 Catalpa St., New Kensington, will serve free grab-and-go lunches at noon Wednesday.

Pasta, meatballs and cookies will be served for as long as the food lasts. For details, call 724-335-0994.


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Allegheny Township

Wednesday: Vandergrift Public Library and Tiny Trax Farm will host a free Goat Storytime at 6 p.m. at the farm, 151 Stitt Ave. Wear old clothes and shoes. Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations: 724-568-2212.

Apollo

Tuesday : The Graphic Novel Book Club for children age 10 to 14 at Apollo Memorial Library will meet at 5 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at the library, 219 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-478-1693.

Arnold

Today: Arnold No. 2 Auxiliary and Arnold Fireman’s Band will host a luncheon bingo at 1:30 p.m. in the Arnold Social Center, 1702 Fifth Ave. Doors open at noon. Cost: $6, includes light lunch and one lapboard. Players must be at least 12 years old.

Bethel

May 23: The Knee High To Nature Series at the Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek will offer a free science program, “Awesome Opossums,” for children in elementary school at 6 p.m. May 23 at the center, 142 Kerr Road. Reservations required. Reservations: armstrongcenter.org/odc-events.

Brackenridge

Wednesday: Al-Anon will meet at 8 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 847 10th Ave. The group offers help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics.

East Vandergrift 

Today: A rummage sale will be from noon to 1 p.m. in the basement of Our Lady, Queen of Peace Church, 420 McKinley Ave.

Today: Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish will host bingo at 6:30 p.m. in the social hall, 411 McKinley Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Fawn

Today: The Alle-Kiski Valley Historical Society’s Flea-Tique antique and collectible show will open the season from daybreak to 1 p.m. at the Bull Creek Tour-Ed Mine site, off Bull Creek Road. Rain or shine. No pets permitted. Spaces: $30 per month; $150 for the season. Customer parking: $3. Details: fleatique82@gmail.com or 724-224-0178.

Freeport 

May 24: St. Mary Mother of God Church, 608 High St., will host a Vitalant community blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. in the church hall. Appointments recommended. Appointments: 412-209-7000 or visit donateblood.centralbloodbank.org and use group code G0040286.

Gilpin

Today: Gilpin Fire Department will sell takeout pulled pork dinners in a drive-thru at 4 p.m. at the firehall, 113 Firehall Road. Menu: pulled pork, baked beans, coleslaw, corn bread, roll and cookie, $10. Orders: 724-845-7200, leave a message.

Harrison

Wednesday : Community Library of Allegheny Valley, 1522 Broadview Blvd. will offer a program, “Gardening with Native Plants,” at 5:30 p.m. at the library and online. Julie Travaglini of the Allegheny Land Trust will be the speaker. Reservations required. Reservations: alleghenyvalleylibrary.org.

Saturday : Harrison Township Recreation board is seeking owners of commercial and non-commercial vehicles to participate in its third annual touch-a-truck event planned at Highlands High School, Natrona Heights. Details: Natalie Cale, 724-448-6588 or nmcajka@yahoo.com.

Kittanning

Sundays and Thursdays Armstrong County Historical Museum, 330 N. McKean St., will be open from 1 to 3 p.m. Other hours available by appointment. Free parking available behind the museum via the North Grant Avenue entrance. Details: 724-548-5707 or achgs300@gmail.com.

Leechburg

Mondays: First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Leechburg, sponsors a GriefShare support group for anyone who has lost a loved one from 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays through June 6 in the church sanctuary, 358 Main St. Masks will be required, and social distancing observed. Participants can join at any session of the program. Details and registration: 724-845-7518 or email felc@salsgiver.com.

Monday: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company will host bingo at 7 p.m. at the firehall, 268 Canal St. Doors open at 5 p.m. The kitchen will be open.

Monday: The Leechburg Area Museum and Historical Society, 118 First St., is closed for winter. To arrange a private tour, email lamahs@windstream.net or call 724-845-8914 and leave a message.

Thursday : Leechburg Public Library, 137 Market St., will host a movie night at 6 p.m. featuring Disney Pixar’s, “Coco,” rated PG. Tickets must be reserved by Friday. The library is now closed on Saturdays. Tickets: stop in at the library.

May 28: Leechburg Public Library is selling chances to win a summer basket that includes a Leechburg Pool pass for a family of four. Drawing will be Memorial Day weekend. Tickets: $10, available at the library, 139 Market St.

Lower Burrell

May 28 to Oct. 8: The Lower Burrell Farmers Market is seeking vendors for the upcoming season. Markets are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at 2800 Bethel St. Setup begins at 8 a.m. Cost: $40 for the season and free electric is available. Merchandise must be home grown, homemade or hand crafted. Vendors must participate the whole season. Details: TimPamKey@yahoo.com.

New Kensington

Fridays: A new 4-H Club for children age 5 to 18 is being organized and plans to meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at The River Church, 200 Freeport Road. Details: Mary or Laura Stone at DMStone6@westelcom.com.

Today: A rubber ducky derby and outdoor market to benefit the Valley High School girls volleyball team will open at 10:30 a.m. at the high school. There will a barbeque food truck, vendors, games and petting zoo. A Lil Duckling race will be at noon, cost $5 each. The Big Bill Race will be at 1 p.m. Rain or shine. Details: April Stone, 724-681-1393 or april4stone@yahoo.com.

Tuesday: East Kensington Community Circle will host an Election Day luncheon at 12:30 p.m.at the Community Circle building, 1785 Seventh St. Menu: vegetable soup, cabbage and noodles, ham barbeques, hot sausage sandwiches, hot dogs and pie. Local delivery available. Advance orders for soup strongly recommended. Advance soup orders: 724-339-7887. Tuesday takeout orders: 724-337-7392.

Tuesday: The Community Clothes Closet, 1129 Kenneth Ave., will be open from noon to 2 p.m. Items available include clothing, shoes, purses, linens, blankets and Mary Queen of Apostles School uniforms. Donations are accepted during open hours.

Monday to June 16: A spring basketball program for children age 7 to 12 will be from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Salvation Army, 255 Third St. Reservations required by Friday. Reservations: 724-335-7221.

Tuesday: East Kensington Community Circle is accepting orders for its Election Day beef vegetable soup sale. Cost: $8 per quart. Pickup: May 17 at the Community Circle Building, 1785 Seventh St. Road. Advance orders strongly recommended. Orders: Judy, 724-339-7887.

May 22: River Church, 200 Freeport Road, is accepting registrations for its annual car show. An outdoor worship service will be at 10:45 a.m. and the car show will be afterward. Registration: 724-337-4837 or goriverchurch.com/car-show-2022.

North Apollo

May 21: North Apollo Volunteer Fire Department is accepting vendor applications for a crafter, vendor and food truck event planned at the firehall, 311 16th St. Applications: kingal0103@gmail.com or rachelann1975@yahoo.com.

Oakmont

Today: Oakmont Carnegie Library will host “A Taste of Two Towns,” a sampling of specialty foods for adults prepared by top local chefs from 5 to 7 p.m. on the main floor at the library, 700 Allegheny River Blvd. Admission: $60, includes food, wine, beer, soda and water. Reservations: oakmontlibrary.org or stop in at the library. Proceeds will benefit the library.

Tuesdays: Taking Pounds Off Sensibly (TOPS) meets at 6 p.m. at Oakmont United Methodist Church, 419 Maryland Ave. Monthly dues: $5; first meeting is free. Details: vrevilla@pointpark.edu.

Parks

Today: Parks Township Sportsman’s Club will host a country music jam night from 5 to 8 p.m. at the club, 1111 Shipman Road. Bring your favorite stringed instrument and sing along. Refreshments available. Public welcome. Details: 724-845-2390.

Plum 

Wednesday : Plum Community Library will offer a free screening of the movie, “Encanto,” at 6 p.m. at the library, 445 Center New Texas Road. Reservations required. Reservations: visit the calendar section at plumlibrary.org.

Thursday : The SOS Ministry at Holy Family Parish , 2000 Oblock Road, will offer a free program, “What My Family Should Know,” at 1 p.m. in the Our Lady of Joy Church hall. Attorney Jake Noble will discuss legal documents and papers you should have in place for your family. Reservations required. Reservations: 412-793-4511, ext. 107 or sos@holyfamilypgh.org.

May 21: The free Allegheny County Family Drive-in Movie series planned in Boyce Park wave pool parking lot will be, “Over the Hedge,” rated PG. Reservations required. Gates open at 6 p.m. and close at dusk when the movie starts. There is a 100-vehicle limit. Registration: alleghenycounty.us/special-events.

Sharpsburg

Tuesday: The Allegheny Valley chapter of the Women’s Business Network will meet at 8 a.m. at 817 Main St. Those attending can learn how the group supports the success and growth of women in business. Reservations required. Reservations: Kelly Motter, 717-659-0323.

Springdale   

Wednesday: Springdale Free Public Library will offer a craft workshop to make a Memorial Day Mason jar candle at 1 p.m. at the library, 331 School St. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

May 23: The Sherlock Holmes Book Club at Springdale Free Public Library will meet at 6 p.m. at the library, 331 School St. The selection will be, “The Hound of the Baskervilles,” chapters 1 to 4. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

May 24: The Tuesday Night Book Club at Springdale Free Public Library will meet at 6:30 p.m. The selection will be, “The Personal Librarian,” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

Tarentum

Today and Tuesday: Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St. An opportunity for silent prayer will be at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday: The Elks will host bingo at 7 p.m. at the lodge, 219 E. Sixth Ave. The kitchen is open to the public from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Menu: elks644.org/elks-kitchen-1. Orders: 724-226-1644 by 8:15 p.m.

Vandergrift

Tuesday: The YoYos Needles Art group at Vandergrift Public Library will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the library reading room, 128C. Washington Ave. Please note the new date and time. All skill levels welcome. No reservations required. Details: 724-568-2212.

May 21: Vandergrift Presbyterian Church is accepting donations for a rummage sale. Hours: 9 a.m. to noon Mondays through Thursdays at the church, 195 Washington Ave. Please no televisions, furniture, computers or suitcases without wheels.

June 2: Vendor applications are being accepted for the Vandergrift Farmers Market planned from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays June 2 through Oct. 13 in the Columbia Avenue parking lot. Details: VIP15690@comcast.net.

West Deer

May 21: Deer Lakes Youth Lacrosse will host a comedy night fundraiser at West Deer Fire Hall No. 1, 1520 Saxonburg Blvd. Doors open at 6 p.m., dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30. David Kaye, Sean Collier and Trey McDonough will be the featured performers. Cost: $40, includes dinner buffet and draft beer. There will be a basket raffle and 50/50. Must be 21 to attend. BYOB. Tickets: slapsticksproductions.com. Details: 412-920-5653.

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88th Annual Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival – GlobalNews Events

88th Annual Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival - GlobalNews Events

The Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival enables everyone to celebrate the Annapolis Valley’s heritage and culture by hosting a multi-day festival, comprised of events that reflect our past, present, and future.

For the past two years, the Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival has been postponed due to the impact of COVID-19 on our communities. It is with tremendous excitement that the Board of Directors is moving forward with in-person events for the 88th festival from May 25th – May 30th, 2022.

Visit the Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival website for details to plan your visit!

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Things to do this weekend in the Valley | May 13-15

Things to do this weekend in the Valley | May 13-15

PHOENIX — Concerts, shows, new restaurants, and fashion events… there are plenty of activities to keep Arizonans busy this weekend! Here’s our weekend round-up of things to do.

Yoga in the Outfield
When: Saturday, May 14, from 7:30-11am
Cost: $25
Location: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick [7555 N. Pima Rd]

Scottsdale Sangria Fest
When: Sat, May 14, from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: Wasted Grain in Scottsdale [7295 East Stetson Drive]
Cost: tickets start at $30

STARS ON ICE
The cast includes Nathan Chen; Alysa Liu, Jason Brown, Vincent Zhou, Mariah Bell, Madison Hubbell & Zachary Donohue, Madison Chock & Evan Bates, Alexa Knierim & Brandon Frazier, plus Mirai Nagasu.
When: Friday, May 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Gila River Arena in Glendale [9400 West Maryland Avenue]
Cost: Tickets start $12

T-PAIN concert
Location: The Van Buren Phoenix [401 W. Van Buren Street]
When: May 13 at 8 p.m.
Keep in mind, this concert is for ages 13 and up.
Cost: Advance Price: $39.50 + fees / Day of Show Price: $45 + fees, per website information.

Smokey Robinson concert
Location: Camp Verde Cliff Castle Casino [555 W Middle Verde Road in Camp Verde, AZ]
When: Saturday, May 14, at 8 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $50

Jurassic Park In Concert
When: There are different showings this week, click here to view the schedule.
Location: Phoenix Symphony Hall [75 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004]
Cost varies.

May horse show at WestWorld of Scottsdale
What to expect: The show is hosted by the Scottsdale Saddle Club. For more information, click here.
When: May 14 from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Location: 16601 N Pima Road

Scottsdale Fashion Week
When: May 11-15
Cost: Tickets start at $75.
Check here for locations and daily schedules.

“Quinceañera Summer Showcase”
What to expect: If you’re looking for ‘the dress’, the crown, and everything else for the big day, you’ll want to check out this event in the West Valley.
Location: Desert Sky Mall [7611 W Thomas Road]
When: May 14 from 1 p.m.- 4 p.m.

Art & Sake – Taiko Drumming
What to expect: The event will feature various Japanese artists paired with “delicious Japanese sake varieties,” according to the Japanese Garden’s website.
Cost: General $25, Member $20
When: Sunday, May 15, the event will begin at: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix, Arizona [1125 N. 3rd Ave]

NEW PLACES TO CHECK OUT

Elevated Seltzer in Phoenix
A family-owned business from Colorado is tapping into the Valley with a hard-seltzer taproom!

According to Warren Wood, Founder & CMO of Elevated Seltzer, all the seltzers at Elevated Seltzer are gluten-free, 100% natural, GMO-free, contain zero sugars and zero carbs.

  • Location: 5813 N 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85012
  • Hours: Monday – Thursday [3 p.m.- 12 a.m.] and Weekends [3 p.m. – 3 a.m.]
Elevated Seltzer

Elevated Seltzer

Colados Coffee & Crepes new Phoenix location
The 7th Street and Oak location has been in the works for the Reina family for four years and now its finally open!

The coffee: Berni and Yesica Reina are from Sonora, Mexico and, according to their son Aaron, people from that region make their coffee with a cloth filter and that process is called Colado.

The crepes: Inspired by a family trip in 2013, their love for crepes fueled the Reina family to share the French dish with others in the Valley. Their dishes were a hit and led them to open their first location in 2014.

The Mexicano
The Mexicano is providing you with the opportunity to build your own margarita!

With over 30 toppings and no limit on how many toppings you can grab, the possible toppings combinations are endless!

World’s first build your own margarita bar opens at The Mexicano – ABC15 Digital

Canyon Coaster Adventure Park
Looking for thrill, beautiful scenery, and cooler temperatures? Then you’ll want to fill up your gas tank and head over to Canyon Coaster Adventure Park in Williams, Arizona!

“We have the Canyon Coaster, which is the Mountain Coaster, it’s approximately a mile long and it has a 310-foot drop in elevation,” said Bruce Voigt in an interview with ABC15. “So, you get in the cart, ride up the hill and when you get to the top, you control your speed on the way down. At times you’re 35 feet in the air, it has two 360s in it, you’ll get up to speeds of 35 miles per hour if you choose to.”

Arizona’s first mountain coaster – ABC15 Digital

Stagecoach Country Roadhouse
Want to get away from the heat? There’s a new restaurant in Sedona that “brings live music, dancing, bull riding.” According to their website, the Roadhouse is known for its hand cut steaks, BBQ and its craft cocktails; more information about this place can be found here.

  • Location: 1405 W State Route 89A Sedona, AZ