July 2019
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Brian “Buck” Ellard
Wednesday, July 24th, 2019, 5:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Spirits Bar & Grill for singer, songwriter, vocalist, fiddler and guitarist, Brian “Buck” Ellard.Delicious dinner specials available. 360-390-4017 www.oldalcoholplant.com
Local Birds with Bob Steelquist at Disco Bay Detour
Wednesday, July 24th, 2019, 7:00PM-9:00PM
Disco Bay Detour, 282332 Highway 101, Discovery Bay
Local writer, photographer, and naturalist Bob Steelquist will present on the birds that inhabit our local seas, forests, fields, and mountains. For avid birders and those just curious alike, learn about the residents, migrants, and oddities that parade through our corner of the world. Bob will share his spectacular photos and in-depth knowledge, plus highlight the unique stories of several of these birds. Part of Wilderness Wednesdays – feel free bring something to share or grill at the potluck/campfire outside afterwards! FREE
ForeverFest 2019
Thursday, July 25th, 2019, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Finnriver Cider Garden, 124 Center Road, Chimacum
Join Jefferson Land Trust and delight in an artful, locally sourced dinner under the wide open sky at this enchanting summer event. Together we’ll savor an artful meal prepared by Chef Dan Ratigan of The Fireside Restaurant. Please remember, all attendees must be 21 or older. If you would like to register by phone or in person, please contact Rebekah at info@saveland.org or 360-379-9501. Purchase now to enjoy early bird tickets prices of $100!
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Lost in the Shuffle
Friday, July 26th, 2019, 6:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Lost in the Shuffle perform in Spirits Bar & Grill at the Old Alcohol Plant on Monday, November 25 from 6:30 pm. Happy Hour Specials all night! Lost in the Shuffle play the Blues, guitar, harmonica, vocals & bass to make up this fantastic trio. Make your reservations today by calling 360-390-4017. www.oldalcoholplant.com
Live Music at Disco Bay Detour: Raygun Carver
Friday, July 26th, 2019, 8:00PM-10:00PM
Disco Bay Detour, 282332 Highway 101, Discovery Bay
Drop by for live music in a space designed to enhance the sound of music! Sip on local craft cider, beer, kombucha, wine, and espresso while you enjoy the show. FREE
Live Music at Loggers Landing: The Truck-Bed Boys
Friday, July 26th, 8:00PM-10:00PM
Loggers Landing Restaurant, 295023 Highway 101, Quilcene
Head to Loggers Landing every Friday for Live Music! This Friday featuring The Truck-Bed Boys.
Mending Day at Fiber and Clay
Saturday, July 27th, 2019, 10:00AM-12:00PM
Fiber and Clay, 294963 Highway 101, Quilcene
Head to Fiber and Clay and learn to knit something new in a cozy setting! We all need a little mending now and then, and so do our socks, sweaters, or whatever you have……let’s get together and help each other!
Knitalong at Fiber and Clay: Raglan Light Sweater
Saturday, July 27th and Sunday July 28th, 2019, 10:00AM-12:00PM
Fiber and Clay, 294963 Highway 101, Quilcene
Head to Fiber and Clay and learn to knit something new in a cozy setting! Every Month we will have a Knitalong, where we can all come together and knit the same project. July’s Knitalong is an easy Top Down Raglan Light Sweater in a Kid Silk Mohair yarn. Perfect for Summer!
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: The Hounds of Townsend
Saturday, July 27th, 2019, 6:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
John “Greyhound” Maxwell and The Hounds of Townsend take the stage in Spirits Bar & Grill at the Old Alcohol Plant. Delicious dinner specials available. 360-390-4017 www.oldalcoholplant.com
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: The Retrofiers
Wednesday, July 31st, 2019, 5:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to Spirits Bar & Grill for The Retrofiers. Enjoy new twists on old classics with Port Townsend’s quirky musical duo with cover tunes and originals by George and Debra. Come and join us for a wide variety of 1960’s/70’s Classic Pop/Rock and more. Rhythm driven acoustic folk rock duo including an all new album of original works!
August 2019
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Vinyl Tap
Friday, August 2nd, 2019, 6:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to Spirits Bar & Grill for Vinyl Tap. The name ‘Vinyl Tap’ references my diverse setlist from the days of vinyl records. Expect to hear The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Neil Young, Dave Matthews, Simon & Garfunkel, etc. BBQ buffet special and regular menu items available. 360-390-4017 https://spiritsbarandgrill.business.site
Live Music at Disco Bay Detour: Havilah
Friday, August 2nd, 2019, 8:00PM-10:00PM
Disco Bay Detour, 282332 Highway 101, Discovery Bay
Drop by for live music in a space designed to enhance the sound of music! Sip on local craft cider, beer, kombucha, wine, and espresso while you enjoy the show. FREE
Hadlock Block Party
Saturday, August 3rd, 2019, 10:00AM
Port Hadlock
Presented by IDGAF, Dan Anderson Trucking, and MJ Trucking, the Hadlock Block Party is coordinated by representatives from local businesses, including Ferino’s Pizza, the Valley Tavern, The Station Signs, Kitsap Credit Union, Hadlock Building Supply, the Old Alcohol Plant, and the Rotary Club of East Jefferson County. The event committee works year-round to produce a grassroots community event focused on neighbors coming together to celebrate the unique nature of Port Hadlock. Website: www.hadlockblockparty.com
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Eagle Mountain String Band
Saturday, August 3rd, 2019, 1:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Old Alcohol Plant for some live music, plus rotating food and drink specials!
Music on the Patio: Oma Wilcox
Saturday, August 3rd, 2018, 5:00PM-7:00PM
Pleasant Harbor Marina Resort, 308913 Highway 101, Brinnon
Check out a performance by Oma Wilcox! Music nights are 21 years and older. For more information, please call 360-796-4611.
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Bread & Gravy Sextet with Mike Pace & Dawn Martin
Saturday, August 3rd, 2019, 7:00PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Old Alcohol Plan for some live music with Bread & Gravy, Mike Pace and Dawn Martin. Port Angeles duo becomes more than a duo and welcomes new songs and sounds. Comfort music that alternates among lounge-style ballads, uptempo dance music, Americana rock with a splattering of jazz and soul, emotional melodies, and riveting spoken word, plus rotating food and drink specials!
Concerts in the Woods – Silver Lake 66
Saturday, August 3rd, 2019, 7:30PM
Laurel B. Johnson Community Center, 923 Hazel Point Road, in Coyle
Hear an intimate concert in a beautiful room “at the end of the earth.” Concerts are all ages and admission is by donation. Maria Francis and Jeff Overbo define modern Americana with Silver Lake 66. With a winning amalgamation of classic country, folk and blues, their songs have been hailed by numerous publications and radio stations.
Virtual Reality Open House for Adults
Tuesday, August 6th, 2019, 4:00PM-6:00PM
Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Ave, Port Hadlock
Experience Virtual Reality with the Oculus device while guided and supported by trained staff. Swim in the deep sea, make friends with a little robot, visit the White House or a National Park, or relax with a virtual movie that happens around you. All these experiences can be yours through the magic of virtual reality.
Seed Washing and Saving Techniques
Tuesday, August 6th, 2019, 6:00PM-7:30PM
Quilcene Community Center, 294952 Highway 101
Flowers, vegetables and fruit, this year’s growth carries the seeds for next year’s planting. Join Master Gardener Karen Seabrook as she demonstrates how to wash and save seeds from your garden and harvests. Please bring your questions, as well as your own flowers, fruit and veggie samples.
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Rondabout Trio
Wednesday, August 7th, 2019, 5:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Old Alcohol Plant for some live music, plus rotating food and drink specials!
Book Discussion @ Your Library
Thursday, August 8th, 2019, 6:15PM-7:45PM
Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Ave, Port Hadlock
The August selection is “The Immortal Irishman” by Timothy Egan.
11th Annual Tasting Gala at Worthington Mansion
Friday, August 9th, 2015, 5:00PM-8:00PM
Worthington Park, 151 West Columbia Street, Quilcene
Find your western hat and boots to test the wines and brews. There will be vendors, country music and pulled pork by Big Twin BBQ. Proceeds go to the Quilcene Historical Museum.
MoonFest 2019
Friday, August 9th, 2015, 6:00PM-11:00PM
Saturday, August 10th, 2015, 5:00PM-11:00PM
Lake Leland Amphitheater
Rock out at this popular, annual outdoor music festival in a pristine setting next to Lake Leland and the Olympic Mountains (322 Munn Road in Quilcene). For Classic Moonfest this year, they are fortunate to have booked the classic rock band Head East! http://moonfest.us/
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Jack Dwyer
Friday, August 9th, 2019, 6:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Old Alcohol Plant for some live music, plus rotating food and drink specials!
Live Music at Disco Bay Detour: Jack & Joe
Friday, August 9th, 2019, 8:00PM-10:00PM
Disco Bay Detour, 282332 Highway 101, Discovery Bay
Drop by for live music in a space designed to enhance the sound of music! Sip on local craft cider, beer, kombucha, wine, and espresso while you enjoy the show. FREE
Virtual Reality Open House for Adults
Tuesday, August 13th, 2019, 4:00PM-6:00PM
Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Ave, Port Hadlock
Experience Virtual Reality with the Oculus device while guided and supported by trained staff. Swim in the deep sea, make friends with a little robot, visit the White House or a National Park, or relax with a virtual movie that happens around you. All these experiences can be yours through the magic of virtual reality.
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Howly Slim
Wednesday, August 14th, 2019, 5:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Spirits Bar & Grill for some live music, plus rotating food and drink specials!
The Search for Habitable Exoplanets
Thursday, August 15th, 2019, 6:30PM-8:00PM
Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Ave, Port Hadlock
What would make an exoplanet capable of supporting life? Join professor of astronomy David Fong to discuss the recent discovery of nearly 4000 exoplanets beyond the solar system. Explore Earth-like rocky worlds, with surface conditions capable of supporting liquid water, and possibly life.
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Micaela Kingslight
Friday, August 16th, 2019, 6:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Old Alcohol Plant for some live music, plus rotating food and drink specials! Micaela can stun a room with a simple melody and blend in with any event or concert.
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: CD Woodbury
Saturday, August 17th, 2019, 5:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to Spirits Bar & Grill for CD Woodbury. Delicious dinner specials available. 360-390-4017 www.oldalcoholplant.com
Concerts in the Woods – Sister Speak
Saturday, August 17th, 2019, 7:30PM
Laurel B. Johnson Community Center, 923 Hazel Point Road, in Coyle
Hear an intimate concert in a beautiful room “at the end of the earth.” Concerts are all ages and admission is by donation. Canadian songwriter Sherri Anne is the creative force behind Sister Speak’s moving live show and unique musical pallet. Through compelling vocals, rootsy yet gritty guitar stylings, and thought-provoking lyrics, Sister Speak has connected deeply with a diverse crowd of fans from around the globe.
Virtual Reality Open House for Adults
Tuesday, August 20th, 2019, 4:00PM-6:00PM
Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Ave, Port Hadlock
Experience Virtual Reality with the Oculus device while guided and supported by trained staff. Swim in the deep sea, make friends with a little robot, visit the White House or a National Park, or relax with a virtual movie that happens around you. All these experiences can be yours through the magic of virtual reality.
Third Tuesday Trivia
Tuesday, August 20th, 2019, 7:00PM
The Keg & I, 1291 Chimacum Road, Chimacum
A night of friendly competition hosted by Jefferson County Library. Trivia questions will feature science, local history, pop culture, geography, and other various topics! Bring your team or come solo, test your knowledge, and win! An extra point will be awarded to teams who present their library cards! Must be 21 or over to attend.
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Brian “Buck” Ellard
Wednesday, August 21st, 2019, 5:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Old Alcohol Plan for some live music with Brian “Buck” Ellard, plus rotating food and drink specials!
Books on Tap Trivia Night
Thursday, August 22nd, 2019, 6:00PM-8:00PM
Finn River Farm & Cidery, 124 Center Road, Chimacum
Jefferson County Library invites you to test out your knowledge about books, film, and pop culture during an evening trivia contest while you have some fun, food and cider. Bring friends to form a team or fly solo and they’ll find a team for you.
Live Music at Disco Bay Detour: Stringology
Friday, August 23rd, 2019, 8:00PM-10:00PM
Disco Bay Detour, 282332 Highway 101, Discovery Bay
Drop by for live music in a space designed to enhance the sound of music! Sip on local craft cider, beer, kombucha, wine, and espresso while you enjoy the show. FREE
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Stringology
Saturday, August 24th, 2019, 6:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to Spirits Bar & Grill for Stringology. Acoustic Jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt Hot Swing, playing some old standards of the 30’s & 40’s with some Bossa, Latin and a few other surprises. 360-390-4017 www.oldalcoholplant.com
Virtual Reality Open House for Adults
Tuesday, August 27th, 2019, 4:00PM-6:00PM
Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Ave, Port Hadlock
Experience Virtual Reality with the Oculus device while guided and supported by trained staff. Swim in the deep sea, make friends with a little robot, visit the White House or a National Park, or relax with a virtual movie that happens around you. All these experiences can be yours through the magic of virtual reality.
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: The Retrofiers
Wednesday, August 28th, 2019, 5:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Old Alcohol Plant for some live music, plus rotating food and drink specials! Cover tunes and originals by George and Debra. Come and join us for a wide variety of 1960’s/70’s Classic Pop/Rock and more.
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Paul Benoit
Friday, August 30th, 2019, 6:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Old Alcohol Plan for some live music with Brian “Buck” Ellard, plus rotating food and drink specials!
Live Music at the Old Alcohol Plant: Paul Benoit
Saturday, August 31st, 2019, 6:30PM
Old Alcohol Plant, 310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock.
Head to the Old Alcohol Plan for some live music with Paul Benoit, plus rotating food and drink specials!
September 2019
Quilcene Fair and Parade: The Roots We Treasure
Saturday, September 14th, 2019
Quilcene School Grounds, 294715, US Hwy 101, Quilcene
Local vendors, live music, games, art, crafts, a carnival and more! Saturday will feature the parade, fair, car show, exhibit hall, food vendors and live music at the Quilcene School and Linger Longer Outdoor Theater. Check out the website for more information on the 35th Quilcene Fair and Parade. There will be free music and dance entertainment.
Quilcene Oyster Half-Marathon, 10K Run, & 5K Run
Sunday, September 15th, 2019
Sunday will feature the Oyster Races Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Kids’ Sprint – plus tours of the Worthington House, food vendors and live music. Three different courses offering a glimpse of Quilcene’s natural wonders for runners of all levels, all in one day! These beautiful courses wind through the forests and farmland overlooking Quilcene Bay. Race routes cross the Little Quilcene River (with salmon spawning below), and pass by tidewater where our famous Quilcene Oysters flourish.
2019 Farm Tour
Saturday, September 21st and Sunday, September 22nd, 2019
Jefferson Land Trust
Farm Tour is a great time to learn more about farmland preservation in Jefferson County!
Concerts in the Woods – Rupert Wates
Saturday, September 21st, 2019, 7:30PM
Laurel B. Johnson Community Center, 923 Hazel Point Road, in Coyle
Hear an intimate concert in a beautiful room “at the end of the earth.” Concerts are all ages and admission is by donation. Rupert Wates has been a full time songwriter since the late 1990s, when he signed a publishing contract with Eaton Music Limited. His contract required him to write material in all kinds of styles and genres, for all kinds of artists.
October 2019
Concerts in the Woods – Cavort with Tami Curtis
Sunday, October 20th, 2019, 3:00PM
Laurel B. Johnson Community Center, 923 Hazel Point Road, in Coyle
Hear an intimate concert in a beautiful room “at the end of the earth.” Concerts are all ages and admission is by donation. Tami performs Celtic music with fiddle, guitar, whistles, bodhran, & vocals.
November 2019
Concerts in the Woods – March to May
Sunday, November 3rd, 2019, 3:00PM
Laurel B. Johnson Community Center, 923 Hazel Point Road, in Coyle
Hear an intimate concert in a beautiful room “at the end of the earth.” Concerts are all ages and admission is by donation. Seattle-based “orchestral folk” duo March to May makes the most beautiful music you’ve ever heard with a harp, a guitar and sometimes piano, plus rich vocal harmonies. Their haunting lyrics and mellifluous melodies stay with you long after the show is over.
Concerts in the Woods – The Lasses
Sunday, November 10th, 2019, 3:00PM
Laurel B. Johnson Community Center, 923 Hazel Point Road, in Coyle
Hear an intimate concert in a beautiful room “at the end of the earth.” Concerts are all ages and admission is by donation. The Lasses are Sophie Janna and Margot Merah, an Amsterdam duo singing traditional folk and original songs with intricate harmonies. They sing together like sisters. Songs from the Celtic and American traditions and beautiful original songs are brought with clear voices, heavenly harmonies and full hearts. With honest, effective arrangements on bodhrán and guitar, the beautiful blend of the women’s voices takes the center stage.
Concerts in the Woods – Don Alder
Sunday, November 17th, 2019, 3:00PM
Laurel B. Johnson Community Center, 923 Hazel Point Road, in Coyle
Hear an intimate concert in a beautiful room “at the end of the earth.” Concerts are all ages and admission is by donation. Don Alder‘s unique style of playing incorporates fingerpicking with simultaneous percussion on the soundboard to create a wall of sound. He is often referred to as sounding like a four piece band. Don’s music is his own unique weave of deeply textured melody and story. Lyrical and compelling, his original songs are notes of exploration – some passionate and haunting, some hard-driven, others light and teasing. In quiet pieces or pushing right to the edge, Don’s phenomenal fingerstyle playing and rich voice captivate.
