Black bear presentation
The Methow Conservancy offers a live, virtual presentation,
”Black Bears in the Methow Valley,” featuring Scott Fitkin and Dave Moskowitz, on Nov. 23 from 7 – 8:30 p.m., on the Zoom platform. Cost is $25; scholarships are available. Proceeds will help support the Methow Bear Aware Project. Fitkin is the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Okanogan District Biologist. Moskowitz is a wildlife educator, author and photographer. They will use their collective experience to provide an in-depth look at black bear biology, behavior and sign in the valley. Email events@methowconservancy.org for registration details
Veterans Day lunch
The Methow Valley Senior Citizens Association will sponsor a free lunch for all veterans on Veterans Day, Thursday, Nov. 11, in the gym at the Methow Valley Community Center in Twisp. The program begins at 11 a.m. with presentation of colors by the American Legion Auxiliary. Lunch will follow at noon. Veterans may bring a guest.
New hours at Twisp library
The Twisp library is changing its operating hours, and adding additional hours for library users, starting this week. New hours are Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Wednesday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Thursday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The library is closed on Sunday and Monday. For information call 997‑4681, email twisp@ncwlibraries.org or visit www.ncwlibraries.org/locations/twisp-public-library.
Methow At Home schedules fall event
On Nov. 11, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Jan Kittleson will teach viewers how to make a fruit galette on Zoom.
“A galette is easier than fruit pies, but every bit as tasty,” according to Methow At Home. “Not only does it look good and taste heavenly, but it is almost foolproof!” A list of supplies and necessary prep will be sent to those who sign up for the class.
To register for this event, go to https://methowathome.clubexpress.com/.
Housing Trust annual meeting
The Methow Housing Trust annual membership meeting will be held via the Zoom platform on Nov. 11 from 5 to 6 p.m. Hear updates from the board, staff and partners on current and future plans. There will also be a panel discussion with members from the Housing Solutions Network, a team of community leaders from the Methow Housing Trust, Room One, TwispWorks, the Methow Conservancy and the Methow Valley Citizens Council who have been exploring housing solutions in other communities that may work here in the Methow Valley. Email sarah@methowhousingtrust.org to receive the link.
Methow Recycles to begin accepting paint in November
Methow Recycles staff are going through training for their newest program — paint recycling. The center will accept house paint, primers, stain, sealers and clear coatings, but no spray cans or solvents can be accepted.
The program will not accept items labeled for industrial or agricultural use, and paint must be in its original container (no larger than 5 gallons) and secured with a lid.
Methow Recycles next repair café is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 20 in the parking lot of The Cove in Twisp, across from the Twisp Post Office. For more information about the events, email aspen@methowrecycles.org.
Items must be small enough to be carried, not leaking fluids and not hazardous in any way. Please bring parts needed to complete the repair. Attendees should wear a mask regardless of vaccination status.
In other recycling news, Methow Recycles’ Take it or Leave it tent will be open for the last time before winter on Nov. 13.
