VETERANS COAT DRIVE 

Septembere 20th- October 20th

We are accepting the following items Monday-Friday 10AM-4PM:

Coats, Gloves, Beanies, Hats, Scarfs, Socks

Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:15 PM PDT at the Vern Burton Community Center Meeting Rooms at 308 E. Fourth Street in Port Angeles. Join Master Gardener Shelly Deisch for “Winter Care of Blue Orchard Mason Bee Cocoons,” part two of the Green Thumb Education Series. Learn how to prepare blue orchard mason bee cocoons for winter and ensure they are properly cared for during the colder months. The free presentation is open to the public. For more information, visit the WSU Extension Clallam County Master Gardener calendar.

Friday, October 9, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Olympic Theatre Arts at 414 N. Sequim Avenue in Sequim. Olympic Theatre Arts presents Emily Brontë, Teenage Necromancer, a gothic horror comedy set in 1835 Northern England. When a terrifying phantom haunts the Roe Head School for Girls, student Emily Brontë and her sisters, Anne and Charlotte, must use their unusual talents, including necromancy, to uncover the truth behind the haunting. This comedic theatrical production features ghosts, an undead goose, a lovesick ghost and a talking meat pudding. Performances run October 9–25, with Friday and Saturday shows at 7:00 PM and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for students. For tickets and more information, visit Olympic Theatre Arts.

Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Fifth Street Community Garden at 328 E. Fifth Street in Port Angeles. The Clallam County Master Gardeners invite the community to the Fifth Street Community Garden Plant Clinic. Visitors can tour the garden, ask plant clinic questions and receive timely gardening advice for their vegetable gardens. The free, public clinics are held rain or shine and feature seasonal gardening topics and short presentations. The October date is listed in the event announcement, although the regular 2026 clinic series was originally scheduled to conclude in September. For updates and more information, visit the WSU Extension Clallam County Master Gardener calendar.

Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center at 1203 E. Lauridsen Boulevard in Port Angeles. The Port Angeles Fine Arts Center presents Paper & Paste, an exhibition exploring how artists transform ordinary paper into imaginative works of art. Through folding, cutting, layering and gluing, artists create sculptural forms, intricate designs and compositions that explore texture, light and space. The exhibition showcases the versatility of paper as both an artistic material and a means of storytelling. On view September 25 through November 8, the gallery is open Thursday through Sunday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Admission is free, with donations welcome. For more information, visit the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center.

Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Sequim Pioneer Park in Sequim. The Sequim Irrigation Festival invites families to its Enchanted Under the Sea RoyalTea Party, featuring a magical underwater theme. Guests can enjoy a traditional high tea experience with a variety of teas, delicious food and fun crafts for the whole family. Tickets are $20 per person, and children 15 and younger must be accompanied by a guardian. The event is sponsored by Highlands Residential Mortgage, Dungeness Kids Co., Sabor Juice Bar & Cafe and Sequim Prairie Garden Club. Tickets are available through the event registration website.

Monday, October 12, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Sequim Community Church at 950 N. Fifth Avenue in Sequim. Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County invites the community to its World Habitat Day Lunch. Celebrate the organization's past accomplishments, learn about its current work and hear about its plans for the future. Speakers will share updates, stories and the impact of community support on families throughout Clallam County. Lunch is $10 per person, and advance registration is available through the event registration website.

Friday, October 16, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at The Lodge at Sherwood at 660 W. Evergreen Farm Way in Sequim. Be Blossom Boutique invites the community to its free Fall and Winter Fashion Show, featuring the boutique's latest seasonal styles. Guests can relax, enjoy complimentary tea and treats, and see the new collections in a welcoming setting. The event is open to all ages and genders, and guests are welcome to attend with friends, partners or on their own. To RSVP, call (360) 681-3100.

Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, noon to 1:30 PM, or 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center at 1203 E. Lauridsen Boulevard in Port Angeles. The Port Angeles Fine Arts Center invites the community to a Pumpkin Carving Workshop led by professional artist Tracy Beals. Participants will learn carving techniques, explore creative design ideas and create pumpkins to enter in the Fall Shadows Festival Pumpkin Carving Contest. All pumpkins are included in the workshop fee, and finished creations will be displayed at the festival for judging, with prizes donated by local Olympic Peninsula businesses. The workshop is open to all ages and skill levels. Admission is $10 for members and $12 for nonmembers. Registration is available through the online event page.

Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center and Webster's Woods at 1203 E. Lauridsen Boulevard in Port Angeles. The Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, with this year's event presented by the Uptown Arts District, invites the community to the Fall Shadows Festival, an evening celebrating autumn through art, music and family-friendly activities. Highlights include a community pumpkin carving contest, with pumpkins displayed along the trails of Webster's Woods, as well as local food vendors, a beer garden, live music, professional theater performances and free art and activity stations for all ages. The festival is free to attend, with suggested donations supporting continued community access. For more information, visit the Fall Shadows Festival website.

Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the YMCA of Sequim at 610 N. Fifth Avenue in Sequim. The Olympic Peninsula YMCA invites swimmers and spectators to the Masters vs. Minnows Swim-A-Thon, a friendly competition between Masters swimmers and younger swimmers. Participants can choose their events, compete for pool bragging rights and cheer on fellow swimmers. Swimmers who aren't currently part of either group are also welcome to participate. Swimmer registration is $50, while fan admission is by donation. For registration and more information, visit the Olympic Peninsula YMCA event page.

Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Blue Whole Gallery at 129 W. Washington Street in Sequim. Blue Whole Gallery invites the public to the opening reception of Ten by Ten: Small Scale, Big Impact, its annual exhibition featuring more than 80 local, regional and international artists. Each artwork is limited to 10 inches by 10 inches, challenging artists to explore creative possibilities in a small format. The exhibition features a wide range of media, including paintings, ceramics, metal, glass, jewelry and wood. Light refreshments will be served at the free, public opening reception. The exhibition runs through November 29, with gallery hours Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.