Grays Harbor Schedule of Events
The information listed is what was available at press time. As always, before venturing out, it’s advisable to check online to see if the details have changed.
DECEMBER
DEC1–11
Annual Fall Gala Art Show
Aberdeen — GHC library gallery
Juried art show, open weekdays, continues till 12/11.
DEC3
Learning to Identify & Combat Misinformation
Westport — Timberland Library
Workshop by the Office of the Secretary of State, 3pm.
DEC3
A Year of Gardening: Plant Gifts
Hoquiam — Timberland Library
Many plants are used for decorations or gifts. Learn about important considerations & unique care needs, 3pm.
DEC4
Winter Tree Identification 101
Amanda Park — Timberland Library
Take a closer look for clues when the leaves have gone, 11:30am.
DEC4
GHC Steel Drums
Aberdeen — Wellington Rehearsal Hall, Grays Harbor College
Enjoy a variety of music from calypso to reggae, rock, pop & more, 1pm. (See page 20.)
DEC4
GHC Jazz Concert
Aberdeen — Bishop Center, Grays Harbor College
Jazz Choir & Jazz Band, 7pm. (See page 20.)
DEC4
Thriving Through the Holidays
Elma — Summit Pacific Medical Center
The holiday season can be a time of joy, or stress, change & challenges. Learn how to cope & thrive, 5pm.
DEC4
Hoquiam Writers Group
Hoquiam — Harbor Books
Open to all writers, 6–8pm.
DEC4–8
Washington Fishermen’s Convention
Westport
Learning & networking opportunity for both new & experienced fishermen.
DEC5
First Friday Art Walk
Aberdeen — Aberdeen Art Center
Enjoy art, live music, artist demonstrations, snacks & free art class, 5–8pm.
DEC5, 6
Winterfest
Aberdeen
Aberdeen Trolley light tour on Friday evening. Saturday, breakfast with Santa, holiday market, gingerbread house competition, all downtown.
DEC5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14
“A Good Old-Fashioned Big Family Christmas”
Ocean Shores — Stage West Community Theatre
It’s family chaos! Friday, Saturday 7pm, Sunday 2pm. (See page 18.)
DEC5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14
“The Diary of Anne Frank”
Aberdeen — Driftwood Theatre
The true story of a young Jewish girl who goes into hiding during World War II to escape capture by the Nazis. Fri., Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm. (See page 18.)
DEC6
One Stop Christmas Shop
McCleary — VFW
Local vendors, arts & crafts, 10am–4pm.
DEC6
Santa by the Sea
Westport
Coast Guard brings Santa to Float 6 at the marina, 10:30am. Then to Westport Maritime Museum to greet kids till noon.
DEC6
Story Snowflakes with Brooke Pederson
Ocean Shores Library
Join artist Brooke Pederson for a look at her paper cut story snowflakes. Learn about her process for choosing a story, gain tips & tricks for how to fold & cut snowflakes, 1pm.
DEC6
“National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”
Hoquiam — 7th Street Theatre
Saturday 7:30pm. 1989 movie.
DEC6
North Beach Singers Concert
Pacific Beach — Pacific Beach Community Church
3pm.
DEC6–7
Swap Meet
Elma — Grays Harbor County Fair & Event Center
Sat. 9am–4pm, Sun. 10am–3pm.
DEC7
Annual Yule Log Event & Gingerbread House Contest
Elma — Schafer State Park, Shelter One
1pm.
DEC7
GH Concert Band & GH Civic Choir
Aberdeen — Bishop Center, GH College
Holiday & Disney-themed music, 2pm. (See page 20.)
DEC9
Aberdeen High School & Miller Choir Concert
Aberdeen — High School Auditorium
7pm.
DEC10
Under the Ash: A Pilot’s Story
Aberdeen — Timberland Library
On May 18, 1980, Washington Army National Guard helicopter pilot Captain Mike Cairns flew beneath the ash cloud of the Mount St. Helens volcano eruption. Chat with Mike in person, view his remarkable slideshow, 11:30am.
DEC10–11
Harbor Lights Music & Laser Show
Satsop Business Park
Enjoy the dazzling display from your vehicle as lights dance with festive music. FREE, but registration required online. Shows at 5pm, 7pm, 9pm.
DEC11
Elma High School & Middle School Choir Concert
Elma — High School Commons
7pm.
DEC12–13
North Beach Singers Concerts
Ocean Shores — Galilean Lutheran Church
Friday 7pm, Saturday 3pm.
DEC12–14
Montesano Festival of Lights
Montesano
Saturday evening parade, 6pm with lighted floats, yule log, craft fair & more.
DEC13
A Day with Santa
Grayland — Grayland Fire Hall
Refreshments with Santa, 10am–2pm.
DEC13
Olympia Women’s Jazz Choir Holiday Concert
McCleary Museum & Event Center
Holiday favorites, soulful harmonies & jazz gems to warm your heart, 2pm.
DEC13
Story Snowflakes with Brooke Pederson
Amanda Park — Timberland Library
Join artist & librarian Brooke Pederson for a look at her paper cut story snowflakes. Learn about her process for choosing a story, gain tips & tricks for how to fold & cut snowflakes, 3pm.
DEC13–14
Grays Harbor Dance Holiday Recital “Frozen Wonderland”
Hoquiam — 7th Street Theatre
2pm.
DEC13–14
GH Opera Workshop — “Patience (or Bunthorne’s Bride)”
Aberdeen — Bishop Center, Grays Harbor College
Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. (See page 21.)
DEC13, 14, 20, 21
Simpson Railroad Christmas Special
Matlock/Shelton — Still Water Industrial Park, Shelton Matlock Rd.
Ride 2.25 miles by train to visit Santa, tour the museum & warm up by the bonfire.
DEC14
Christmas Cantata
Montesano United Methodist Church
7pm.
DEC16
Hoquiam High School Choir & Band Holiday Concert
Hoquiam — 7th Street Theatre
Features concert band, jazz band & choir performing familiar holiday classics, 7pm.
DEC16
Aberdeen High School Band Winter Concert
Aberdeen — High School Auditorium
7pm.
DEC16
Elma High School & Middle School Band Concert
Elma — High School Commons
7pm.
DEC16
Montesano High School Concert
Montesano — High School Gym
Concert featuring Jazz Band, Concert Band & Symphonic Band, 7:30pm.
DEC17
Story Snowflakes with Brooke Pederson
Aberdeen — Timberland Library
Join artist & librarian Brooke Pederson for a look at her paper cut story snowflakes. Learn about her process for choosing a story, gain tips & tricks for how to fold & cut snowflakes, 3pm.
DEC17
Ace Light the Night Tour of Homes
Ocean Shores
Homes & businesses will be lit up for the holidays, 5:30–8pm.
DEC20
Seabrook Holiday Market
Seabrook — Town Hall
Unique gifts & handmade treasures from local vendors, 10am–3pm.
DEC20
Civic Storytelling: Telling your story to the public & policymakers
Aberdeen — Timberland Library
Workshop by the Office of the Secretary of State: provides a framework for communicating your values, civic experiences & testimonials concerning a topic of interest, 3pm.
DEC20
Seabrook Holiday Parade
Seabrook — Town Center
Decorated floats, cheerful music & festive spirit as the parade winds its way through town & ends in the Town Center, 6pm. The parade finale will be a magical snowfall!
DEC20
Hoquiam Holiday Light Parade
Hoquiam — 8th St., downtown
Saturday, 6pm.
DEC20
Rogue Wrestling Attractions “Seasons Beatings”
Aberdeen — Grays Harbor Historical Seaport
Pro Wrestling, 7pm.
DEC20–21
“Christmas in Connecticut”
Hoquiam — 7th Street Theatre
Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. Movie from 1945.
DEC27
The Dancehouse Holiday Recital
Hoquiam — 7th Street Theatre
Time TBA.
DEC31
3rd Annual New Year’s Eve Concert
Ocean Shores — Convention Center
Randy Hansen — Jimi Hendrix Tribute. Whiskey Creek — Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute. Presented by North Beach Independent Media. Tickets $70 with dinner, $50 without.
DEC31
Westport New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Westport — Marina
9pm.