April 1st: The Renewable Energy Center opens for the 2014 season from 9:00-5:30 every day. Free Wind turbine and solar tours occur every day at 10:00am and 2:00pm. Please dress warmly and wear closed toe shoes.

WHISKY DICK TRIATHLON has been canceled for 2014. Due to low water levels in the Columbia River (Wanapum Dam issues) The triathlon has been canceled for this year....the Ellensburg Sprint on Saturday July 26th will still happen.  Please check www.budracing.com for updates 

The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is the largest traveling replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall and is the centerpiece of our Cost of Freedom Tribute.  The Wall is an 80 % replica with 100 % of the names.
July 16 th - Welcoming Parade - 5:00 pm
July 17 th - Opening 1:00 pm Putnam Centennial Center
July 18- 19 th Public Viewing - 24 hours a day - Putnam Centennial Center
July 19 th - Cost of Freedom Tribute Ceremony - 10:00 am
July 20 th Closing Ceremony - 3:00 pm Putnam Centennial Center

Join us on one of our many trips through wine and hop country this summer. Beautiful Elephant Mountain vineyard in the Rattlesnake hills AVA is our first stop on this trip. We will enjoy lunch up on the ridge under the gazebo, taking in the 360-degree views of the valley. Next, we will travel to Treveri Cellars for a behind the scenes facility tour, and round out the day enjoying their handcrafted sparkling wines! (Lunch included). Enrollment is limited to so reserve your seat today! Visit us at cwu.edu/ce/bus-tours-day-trips

Join us on one of our many trips through wine and hop country this summer.  Enjoy the natural beauty of central Washington and learn about the industries that make our area unique.  Enrollment is limited so reserve your seat TODAY by visiting cwu.deu/ce/bus-tours-day-trips 
Cost per seat is $85.00

WINE TASTING at Gallery One and the Clymer Saturday, July 26, 2-7p.m., 2014 Enjoy winetasting at both Gallery One and the Clymer on Saturday afternoon while the venues are gearing up for their nightly shows. Featuring the Northwest's premium wines paired with specialty foods and wonderful artwork. Scripts are interchangeable at both locations. $12 includes scrips and a souvenir wine glass.

Jazz in the Valley Festival is a celebration of jazz for our community and our guests in Historic Downtown Ellensburg.   We offer:

• Affordable, entertaining, intimate performances of the highest artistic merit

• Diversity of musical styles within a jazz framework

• Opportunities to broaden and deepen knowledge and appreciation of jazz

• An annual opportunity for all ages to participate and have fun together

 

 

 

The 2014 NW Gourd Society Workshops will be held at the Kittitas Valley Event Center (Kittitas County Fairgrounds) July 25-27, 2014

Join a New You for their Slim & Sassy- Get Fit with Essential Oils Class
10:00 am at A New You

Contact: Cathysnewyou@gmail.com for more information

Central Washington University's Continuing Education Department, is offering an exciting and informative seminar on Social Media. The explosion of social media has left many business owners perplexed and confused. In this session we'll explore what the social era really means, why it is vital to businesses of tomorrow, and how to get involved. Additionally we'll talk about how social media has helped small businesses in the northwest increase their revenues, get customer feedback quicker, and build passionate communities around their brand. Instructor Josh Dirks is a dynamic industry leader in social networking and company branding. he was a founding member in high-tech ventures, such as AdBasix, BlaghNow, and Great American Scavenger Hunt. Josh is also a director of digital and strategic scales and marketing at Entercom Communications. This is sure to be an informative and exciting seminar. (Lunch Included). To register, visit us at cwu.edu/ce

Join a New You for their Slim & Sassy- Get Fit with Essential Oils Class
6:30 pm at A New You

Contact: Cathysnewyou@gmail.com for more information

Please join us at the Kittitas County Chamber's July Business After Hours!

This month's BAH event is sponsored by:  
Windermere Cle Elum
Come and take advantage of the business networking opportunities.  Connect with new and old business friends and neighbors.
Enjoy Food & Drinks from the Parlour Car Bistro
This is the best way to spend two hours!!!

A great classic rock band, ROAD FEVER, will be playing a 3 hour show starting at 8:30! The band has a fantastic lead singer, and superb musicians at all positions! They usually draw a big crowd, so come early!
Alcohol: beer and wine available
 
See y'all on the 11th! lets revive live music downtown!

 
 

Grab some snacks, a few lawn chairs and get ready for this great line-up of family-friendly movies!

Receive a great fly fishing foundation through our Fly Fishing 101 class. This four hour program will introduce you to the art of fly fishing that may corrupt your life because you will just want to go fishing all the time. You?ll receive a thorough review of the equipment and supplies for fly fishing, a basic understanding of aquatic insects, and solid instruction on casting techniques. This course is taught by the experts at the Troutwater Fly Shop and Guide Service in Ellensburg. It includes all necessary equipment and supplies along with lunch. Consider following up this course with a half day guided fly fishing trip on the Yakima the following weekend to practice your new skills!

Enjoy art & music throughout downtown Roslyn. Additional events include "try it" interactive art stations and an evening fundraiser. For more information visit www.roslynartfestival.org