Fjord | Fall 2021

Events around the fjord represent a community eager to get back to business– safely! With changing COVID mandates, visit explorehoodcanal.com/events for updates and additions.

SEPTEMBER

Waterfront Yoga with Joonbug

Mondays and Wednesdays, September Alderbrook Resort, 10 E Alderbrook Dr, Union Sign up for the sessions that starts September 1, 2021 on Mondays and Wednesdays weekly through September 30th! Beginners and Children over 12 are welcome. Cost is $96 for the 8 session class, a drop in fee of $15 may also be allowed. joonbugyoga.com

FREE Teen Night at the Shelton YMCA

Fridays, 5 PM - 8 PM Shelton The Shelton Family YMCA will be open for teens (7–12 grade) to get active, spend time together, play basketball, and swim. SCHOOL ID TO ENTER southsoundymca.com

Old Time Fiddlers Jam Session

September 2, 6 – 9 PM 600 NE Roessel Rd, Belfair, WA Head over to the Salmon Center for a night jamming with the Old Time Fiddlers!

Union Vintage Flea & Art Show September 3 - 4, 10 AM - 5 PM New Community Church, 951 E Dalby Rd, Union Showcasing local vintage & collectibles.

White Barn Night Market

September 3, 6 -10 PM 23611 NE, WA-3, Belfair Gather at White Barn to celebrate warm summer nights, food, music, art, decor and crafts! whitebarndecor.com

Blackberry Festival September 4-6, 11 AM – 8 PM Bremerton Boardwalk, Bremerton Blackberry food items, live music, vendors and dining.

Seafood Saturday at Mike's Beach Resort September 4, 4 - 8 PM Mikes Beach Resort, Lilliwaup Dinner is available from 4 PM- 8 PM, with live music 5 PM - 8 PM. Walk-In’s are welcome but they have 12 packages available which guarantees a spot on the waterfront. Email olympicoysterco@gmail.com for table reservations ($50/$75/$100). Table reservation includes a dozen grilled oysters.

Backwoods Hucksters at Finnriver Cidery — Cort Armstrong Music September 5, 5 - 7 PM 124 Center Rd, Chimacum, WA Mountain blues LIVE!

FREE Theler Wetlands Bird Walk September 9, 8:00 - 11:00 AM Theler Wetlands, 22641 WA-3, Belfair Co-led by John Riegsecker and Faye Hands. This walk is on level, trails. Theler is primarily an estuary habitat, with wooded areas. FREE, no registration needed.

Wild Mushrooms from Peninsula to Plate September 9, 6:00 PM The Brinnon Community Center 306144 US Highway 101 Brinnon, WA 98320 Enjoy an evening with mushroom expert Langdon Cook as he shares his tales and tips about the magic of mushrooms. This event will be followed by a Q&A session and book signing. Cook’s books include "Upstream: Searching for Wild Salmon, from River to Table," a finalist for the Washington State Book Award, "The Mushroom Hunters: On the Trail of an Underground America," winner of the 2014 Pacific Northwest Book Award, and "Fat of the Land: Adventures of a 21st Century Forager." Books will be available for purchase at the event. langdoncook.com.

45th Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival September 10 - 12 431 Water St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Boats and vendors as well as music and boat building demonstrations. Note: All participants, volunteers, and attendees 12 and over must be fully vaccinated to attend. Those 12 and over who are unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons will need to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test administered within 72 hours of the Festival.

Matt Baker and Kassi Lin Live September 10, 6 - 9:00 PM El Sarape Cantina, 324 W Railroad Ave, Shelton

16th Annual Bluegrass from the Forest September 10 - 12 Shelton Soccer Park, 2100 E Johns Prairie Rd, Shelton Kristmas Town Kiwanis presents a three day music festival featuring Bluegrass artists and bands, jam sessions and workshops for kids and adults. See Pull-out Guide, pages 29-36. bluegrassfromtheforest.com

SSTIKS 2021 - South Sound Traditional Inuit Kayaking Symposium September 10 -12 Twanoh State Park, SR 106, Union Event devoted to traditional kayaking skills and culture. Camping, workshops and kayaks. qajaqpnw.org

Gala - A Time to Honor September 11, 5:00 - 9:00 PM Alderbrook Resort & Spa, 10 E Alderbrook Dr, Union Join the North Mason Chamber of Commerce in recognizing first-responders, businesses and community.

Banjo Rama September 11 - SOLD OUT, SALOON CLOSED Hama Hama Oyster Farm, Lilliwaup It'll be a plucking and shucking good time with music from Portland Radio Ponies, Quattlebaum, and The Lowest Pair, setting the world record for number of banjos on stage at an oyster farm.

Fun in the Sun Backpack Drive September 11, 1:00 - 4:00 PM Green Diamond's Mason Lake Recreation Park 1052 E Mason Lk Dr W, Grapeview Carnival games, raffles, auction, food and music. FREE

Quilcene Town Clean Up Saturday, September 11, 9 AM Quilcene Assembly of God, Quilcene Help get ready for the big Quilcene Festival weekend.

Fireman's Cornhole Classic September 11, 12 - 7 PM Bent Bine Brew Co., 23297 WA-3, Belfair, WA

Golf Balls from Heaven—Love INC September 13 5:15 pm-7:00 PM Alderbrook Golf Course 330 Country Club Dr E, Union Cost is $10 per ball. Prizes awarded: $2000-$150.

White Barn Night Market September 17, 6 - 10 PM 23611 NE, WA-3, Belfair Celebrate warm summer nights, food, music, art, decor and crafts! whitebarndecor.com

Quilcene Fair & Parade September 18, 10 AM - 3:00 PM Downtown Quilcene, WA The traditional fair, parade and car show are back. See page 15 for details. quilcenefair.org

Bikers for Babies September 18, 2021, 9 AM 5205 1st Street, Bremerton Group travels to Mason General Hospital in Shelton and then returns to Bremerton. All registration fees include breakfast & lunch provided by Sponsors at Indian Motorcycles of Bremerton Dealership. masongeneral.com/community/events/bikers-for-babies

2021 Mason County Forest Festival September 18 Railroad Ave, Shelton Paul Bunyan Grand Parade, Kiwanis Duck Race, Pancake breakfast, and Family and Pet Parade are just a few of the great events that will be held for this final festival celebration. masoncountyforestfestival.com

Mason 5 Firefighter Pancake Breakfast September 18, 7:00 AM-11:00 AM Central Mason Fire - Station #58 122 West Franklin Street, Shelton, WA 98584 Support your local firefighters at the annual "before the parade" tradition.

Water Sounds Native Art Auction September 18, 5 -8 PM Skookum Creek Event Center, Little Creek Casino The Squaxin Island Museum Library and Research Center is proud to announce the return of their signature fundraising event, the Water Sounds Native Art Auction and Traditional Dinner!

Quilcene Oyster Races September 19, 9 AM Worthington Manor, 151 E Columbia Street. Quilcene The Half Marathon and the 10K are USTAF certified. There is also a 5K fun walk/run and a free kids sprint. All race proceeds benefit Quilcene-Brinnon Dollars for Scholars. Register at quilraces.com

Jefferson Farm & Fiber Tour September 18 -19 Various locations in Jefferson County Celebrate locally grown food, fiber, and farm-made products in Jefferson County. Getonthefarm.org

Old Time Fiddlers Jam Session September 20, 6 – 9 PM 600 NE Roessel Rd, Belfair, WA Head over to the Salmon Center for another night of jamming with the Old Time Fiddlers!

Full Moon Yoga at Alderbrook September 21, 7:00- 8:00 PM 10 E Alderbrook Dr, Union Classes are complimentary for resort guests. Non resort guests, purchase a drop-in at $15 at joonbugyoga.com.

Colby James Live September 24, 6-9 PM El Sarape Cantina, 324 W Railroad Ave, Shelton

Chris Eakes Live at Mosquito Fleet Winery September 24, 5:30 – 8:30 PM 21 NE Old Belfair Hwy, Belfair, WA Chris Eakes is a well traveled musician who is bringing his "All Request Live Show" to Mosquito Fleet Winery! Come enjoy some amazing wines, great atmosphere, and a night with Chris!

Oysters on the Beach Kayaking Tour September 25 and 27, 11:00 AM 251 Hjelvicks Rd, Brinnon 3 to 3.5 hour adventure leaving from Yelvik’s Beach. Paddle an hour around breathtaking Pulali Point and into Dabob Bay before arriving at a small secluded beach to eat lunch, beachcomb, and learn how to shuck oysters. Along the way your guide will teach about the Hood Canal and wildlife. $85/person. hoodcanaladventures.com

Haunted Fun Run September 25, 5:00 PM My Haunted Forest, Vaughn, WA Kick off the spooky season. All ages are welcome! www.myhauntedforest.com

OCTOBER

Hunter Farms Pumpkin Patch and Catapult October 1- 31 9:30 - 5:30 PM Hunter Farms Union, WA The pumpkin patch has been operating since 1983 when the Hunters decided to harvest pumpkins on a small acre plot for the local preschool and kindergarten classes. Corn maze, hay maze, petting zoo and live music and vendors on the weekends. Pumpkin Catapult Contest, October 30. hunter-farms.com

White Barn Night Market October 1 & 15, 6 -10 PM 23611 NE, WA-3, Belfair Celebrate warm summer nights, food, music, art, decor and crafts! whitebarndecor.com

Old Time Fiddlers Jam Session October 7, 6 – 9 PM 600 NE Roessel Rd, Belfair, WA A night jamming with the Old Time Fiddlers!

Power of the Purse October 16, 4 PM - 8 PM Shelton Yacht Club, Shelton An opportunity for all to celebrate the mission and vision of Turning Pointe. turningpointe.com

Pumpkin Pickers Special Railroad October 23- 24, Times TBD 10138 W Shelton Matlock Rd, Shelton Take a ride to the pumpkin patch and pick a pumpkin to take home. Hosted by the Simpson Railroad.

Fall Swap Meet & Gas Up October 30, 4:00 PM 11 E Johns Creek Dr, Shelton, WA Annual Fall Swap Meet featuring 1920 circular saw mill demo, community cider press, flywheel engine gas up and demonstrations. (360) 490-8441

NOVEMBER

Holiday Bazaar November 4 & 5, 10 AM - 3 PM The Pavillion, 190 W Sentry Dr, Shelton Dozens of vendors gather in one building with food, hot & cold beverages, homemade baked goods and more available to enjoy while you're shopping. This is a Fundraiser for the Mason County Senior Activities Association. Email Patti at director@mcsac.net for more information.