BLACK DIAMOND LABOR DAYS
One of Black Diamond’s biggest events is scheduled for Aug. 31 and Sep. 1.
On Saturday, there will be live entertainment, a pie, jam, and jelly contest, and field games like sack races and the “straw scramble” for coins.
And on Sunday, don’t miss the community breakfast at the Masonic Hall at 7 a.m., or the Labor Days parade on the SR 169 (which is closed to traffic) at 10 a.m. There will be entertainment, free ice cream, and more field games following.
For more information, go to blackdiamondlabordays.org.
SUNFLOWER DAYS
Maris Farms is celebrating the end of summer with its annual Sunflower Days on Saturday and Sundays from Sept. 6 to 21, giving you a chance to frolic through fields of flowers while enjoying everything else the farm has to offer.
Admission includes farm activities like the mega slide, wagon rides, the corn maze, and more — plus one bloom, of course. General admission is $22, and kids can get in for $19.50, but make sure to check out the other ticket offers as well.
Finally, each weekend comes with a different theme: Sept. 6 and 7 is Super heroes and Grandparents; Sept. 13 and 14 is Princesses and Villains; and Sept. 20 and 21 is the Wild West Weekend.
Go to marisfarms.com for more details or to buy tickets.
SINGLE EVENTS
Sept. 13
Beautify the Plateau: The annual Beauty Enumclaw and Buckley events are scheduled for Sept. 14 to celebrate Worldwide Day of Service. In Enumclaw, the event starts at 8:30 a.m. at the city’s Veterans Memorial Park; in Buckley, things kick off at 9 a.m. at the Youth Center.
Hometown Hoedown: The Ten Trails neighborhood is hosting its annual Hometown Hoedown on Sept. 13, from noon to 6 p.m., featuring food and dessert trucks, local vendors, a beer garden, and live music with Kage Dallas and Saltwater Sky. This is a residents-only event.
Farmer’s Daughter Market: The Thomasson Family Farm is hosting its seasonal Farmer’s Daugher Market on Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be more than 35 vendors at the market, plus yard games and fire pits to enjoy. Admission is free; go to thomassonfarm.com for more information.
Sept. 27
BBQ, Brews, and Brats: The Enumclaw Expo Center is hosting its annual BBQ Brews & Brats event on Sept. 27 and 28. There are multiple ways to participate, from getting the full tasting experience (beer tasting glass, drink tickets, and food tickets) for $35 to youth tickets (one starter BBQ ticket) for $5. Go to enumclawexpo.com to buy tickets.
RECURRING EVENTS
Brewskis with a Newsie: Come meet your local journalist on every first Wednesday of each month from 5 to 6 p.m. at The Dusty Shelf (this is a new location). This is an informal event where residents can pitch stories, fact-check articles, and talk shop. For more information, email rstill@courierherald.com or call 360-802-8220.
Square Dancing: The Spinners Square Dance Club lessons start Sept. 9, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Enumclaw VFW. The first two lessons are free.
Scottish Dancing: The Plateau Scottish Country Dancers have resumed Monday night classes and are welcoming new members. Classes are from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Danish Hall (1708 Porter St. Enumclaw). Cost is $5 per person and a partner is not required. Dances are taught according to the skill level of those attending, so beginners are always welcome! Scottish Country Dancing is a centuries-old tradition reflecting the music and culture of Scotland. It’s great exercise and a lot of fun! Come see what we do. For more information call 360-825-6572 or go to plateauscottishcountrydancers.org.
Cascade Foothills Chorale: The Cascade Foothills Chorale is starting lessons every Tuesday this fall and winter, from Sept. 9 to Dec. 20, at Enumclaw High. This all leads up to a Dec. 20 concert. No auditions are necessary, and all ages are welcome. Attendance is $50, or $25 for ages 16 to 18. Scholarships are available. Go to cfchorale.org for more information.
Coffee with the Mayor: Enumclaw Mayor Jan Molinaro hosts a Coffee with the Mayor on the first Mondays of the month from 9 to 10 a.m. This is a casual session for citizens to meet with him and discuss issues, concerns, and projects.
TOPS Club meetings: The local Take Pounds Off Sensibly (TOPS) club meets every Thursday morning (8:30 – 9:30 a.m. weigh in, 10 – 11 a.m. meeting) at the Enumclaw Presbyterian Church and Wednesday evening (4 – 5 p.m. weigh in, 5 to 6 p.m. meeting) at the Enumclaw Senior Center Evergreen Room. For more information, contact Tricia at 253-334-4600 or Cheri at 360-825-3286.
Pickleball: The Senior Center Pickleball Club meets every Wednesday starting at 10 a.m. at McFarland Park for some good ol’ fashioned pickleball. This is a BYOP (bring your own paddle) event.
