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NEWPORT — The Newport Creative District is hosting a free ice cream social this weekend.
The Third Annual Ice Cream Social is from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23 at Newport City Park. Besides free ice cream, the event will feature fun, games, music, a magic show and a raffle.
Cutter Theatre seeking volunteers
METALINE FALLS — The Cutter Theatr is looking for volunteers to help in several key areas, including: * Kitchen Help: Whether it’s preparing meals, serving food or helping with cleanup, your time in the kitchen ensures that no one goes hungry. No experience is required — just a willingness to lend a hand and follow food safety guidelines.
* Artscape and Youth Activities: Love working with kids? We need volunteers to assist, engage and support children through games, reading, crafts and other fun activities. Your presence creates a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and play.
* General Support: From setting up and tidying event spaces to helping with logistics and welcoming guests, there’s always a way to pitch in — no matter your skills or schedule.
* Landscaping: Helping with watering flowers, pulling weeds, etc.
* Cleaning and Restoration: There is always something to clean or restore in this beautiful building.
* Theatre: Box office, acting, directing, stage crew and bartender.
* Volunteers are the foundation of everything we do. Whether you can give an hour a week or help during special events, your time is a gift to those who need it most.
People who are interested can contact The Cutter at 509-446-4108 or email [email protected].
Viking Faire coming soon
NEWPORT — Let’s Vike It, a Viking era faire, is coming to Oldtown Rotary Park at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 13. The event will host Viking age demonstrations, entertainers and vendors. There will be a history of the Norse people in the history tent, shield-making, ironworking, games, storytelling and more. The faire is family-friendly and there is no entry fee.
Basket weaving at Priest River Library
PRIEST RIVER — Olivia Giannasi will hold the annual summer Baskets in the Grass Weaving Workshop at the Priest River Library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. The cost of the course is $10 and some basket making experience is preferred.
The class, which will be making a round reed basket using a variety of colors, is open to people ages 14 and older. Registration is required as space will be limited. Call 209-448-2207 to register. The Priest River Library is located at 118 Main St. in Priest River.
Western comedy coming to Calispel Grange
NEWPORT — “In a Pickle at the Pie Palooza” is the name of an old-fashioned Western comedy that will be performed starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, at the Calispel Grange Hall. There will be free pie served after the show.
Admission costs $12 at the door, with children 12 and under admitted free. The play will be a fundraiser for Calispel Grange Hall No. 500. The grange is located at 10171 LeClerc Rd.
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