A Cornucopia of Wines Auction Benefit and Wine Tasting Saturday, Sept. 9, 6:30 PM

An elegant and festive evening of fun in the heart of Skamokawa. On Saturday September 9 at the Skamokawa Grange - Friends of Skamokawa's annual fundraiser “A Cornucopia of Wines”, Wine Tasting & Auction begins at 6:30 PM! This event draws visitors from throughout the Northwest. There will be fine wines to sample with a delectable menu prepared by Don and Kitty Speranza. Join us for a spirited evening of bidding on exciting auction items including getaways to local bed and breakfasts, paintings, ceramics, blown glass, gift baskets, river kayaking, gift certificates to local restaurants, breweries, farmers markets and much more! Auctioneer Brian McClain will be presiding over the open auction with his friendly, fast paced style. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available. This is our main fund raiser of the year with all funds directed to the maintenance and operation of the River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall. Here is your opportunity to help keep this beautiful building standing tall.
Advance tickets for “A Cornucopia of Wines” are $15 each or two for $25 and can be purchased at Daisy Chain Floral in Cathlamet, the Skamokawa General Store and at the River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall in Skamokawa. Tickets sold at the door will be $20 each or two for $30.a
The Skamokawa Grange is located at 18 Fairgrounds Rd., Skamokawa, WA 98647.
For more information please call (360) 795-3007, send an email to fos1894@gmail.com or stop by our River Life Interpretive Center in Skamokawa. :)

1894 School House Needs Painting! Update

Nestled on a bluff above the Columbia River in scenic Skamokawa, WA stands this 1894 two-story schoolhouse. Central School House sits as a “historical gem.” It was refurbished in 1985 by civic-minded residents who formed the non-profit organization called “Friends of Skamokawa.’’ Since 1986 it has been home to the “River Life Interpretive Center” with a mission to house historical archives and reflect river life and culture through historical displays and exhibits. Central School House is a 30‘x50’ building. Plans for this painting project include:

• Pre-prep pressure wash cleaning with mildew cleaner
• Scraping of any loose paint and priming
• Caulking around doors and windows
• Paint the building with custom paint including the bell tower, doors, windows and trim
• Rental of a Genie Lift

Please join us in our effort to raise $16,000 for a new coat of paint!

Here are all of the ways you can donate and thank you to everyone who has donated so far, we are very grateful!

Click:
The Friends of Skamokawa Go Fund Me Page:
1894 Schoolhouse Needs Painting!
https://www.gofundme.com/3wcxmgo

The Friends of Skamokawa Website Donate Button:
http://www.redmen.hallblogspot.com (Please specify that your donation is for painting.)

Mail:
Friends of Skamokawa Foundation
PO Box 67, Skamokawa, WA 98647

Call:
(360) 795-3007 to donate by phone. Let the welcoming desk volunteer (docent) or manager on duty know that your donation is for painting and please include your address so that we can send you a thank you letter and receipt via mail or email.

Email:
fos1894@gmail.com for links, information, or any questions.

Visit:
Feel free to stop by Thursdays through Sundays 12-4 PM to donate to our painting fund or just to say hello.

This Campaign Needs Your Support. Every little bit helps. :)

$1,125 of $16k goal has been raised on Go Fund Me along with additional donations received through the mail and at our website. Thank you to all who have donated!

"For the Love of the River" Exhibit Continues through Labor Day Weekend

We’re celebrating river life in Skamokawa through Labor Day weekend. :) Our summer exhibit 'For the Love of the River' features artists and authors of Wahkiakum County expressing their views of the Lower Columbia Basin. Through photographs, sculptures, poetry, paintings, textiles, and more this lovely display showcases the variety of our local artists and authors inspiration and creativity. This exhibit runs through Labor Day weekend, September 3rd and we are open Thursday - Sunday from 12 noon to 4PM. We are located at 1394 S.R.4 in Skamokawa. For more information please call (360) 795-3007, comment here on FB or email us at fos1894@gmail.com. Photo by Jenny Kizziar

"A Cornucopia of Wines" Auction Benefit for The Friends of Skamokawa

Friends of Skamokawa's annual fundraiser “A Cornucopia of Wines”, Wine Tasting & Auction, Saturday September 9 at the Skamokawa Grange from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. The doors will open at 6:30 PM. The Skamokawa Grange is located at 18 Fairgrounds Rd., Skamokawa, WA 98647. This event draws visitors from throughout the Northwest. There will be fine wines to sample with a delectable menu prepared by Don and Kitty Speranza. Join us for a spirited evening of bidding on exciting auction items including getaways to local bed and breakfasts, paintings, ceramics, blown glass, gift baskets, river kayaking, gift certificates to local restaurants, breweries, farmers markets and much more! Auctioneer Brian McClain will be presiding over the open auction with his friendly, fast paced style. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available. This is our main fund raiser of the year with all funds directed to the maintenance and operation of the River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall. Here is your opportunity to help keep this beautiful building standing tall.
Advance tickets for “A Cornucopia of Wines” are $15 each or two for $25 and can be purchased at Daisy Chain Floral in Cathlamet, the Skamokawa General Store and at the River Life Interpretive Center in Skamokawa. Tickets sold at the door will be $20 each or two for $30.
If you have any questions please call (360) 795-3007, send an email to fos1894@gmail.com or stop by The River Life Interpretive Center in Skamokawa during our open hours, Thursdays through Sundays 12:00 – 4:00 PM. We are located at 1394 W. SR4, Skamokawa, WA 98647. Artist: Keith Hoofnagle

A Cornucopia of Wines - Auction Benefit Saturday Sept. 9th 6:30 - 10:00 PM

The Friends of Skamokawa would like to announce our annual fundraiser “A Cornucopia of Wines”, Wine Tasting & Auction, Saturday September 9 at the Skamokawa Grange from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. The doors will open at 6:30 PM. The Skamokawa Grange is located at 18 Fairgrounds Rd., Skamokawa, WA 98647. 

This gala evening in Skamokawa draws visitors from throughout the Northwest. There will be fine wines to sample with a delectable menu prepared by Don and Kitty Speranza. Join us for a spirited evening of bidding on exciting auction items including getaways to local bed and breakfasts, paintings, ceramics, blown glass, gift baskets, river kayaking, gift certificates to local restaurants, breweries, farmers markets and much more! Auctioneer Brian McClain will be presiding over the open auction with his friendly, fast paced style. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available. This is our main fund raiser of the year with all funds directed to the maintenance and operation of the River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall. Here is your opportunity to help keep this beautiful building standing tall.

Advance tickets for “A Cornucopia of Wines” are $15 each or two for $25 and can be purchased at Daisy Chain Floral in Cathlamet, the Skamokawa General Store and at the River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall in Skamokawa. Tickets sold at the door will be $20 each or two for $30.

If you have any questions please call (360) 795-3007, send an email to fos1894@gmail.com or stop by The River Life Interpretive Center in Skamokawa during our open hours, Thursdays through Sundays 12:00 – 4:00 PM. We are located at 1394 W. State Route 4, Skamokawa, WA 98647.