At A Glance | June 2023

The Buckley Downtown Association is kicking the summer off with new events, plus the annual Log Show and graduations.

The monthly At A Glance community calendar is published once a month in the last edition of the month. To submit event items for the calendar, email editor@courierherald.com.

SUMMER EVENTS

Enumclaw Farmer’s Market: The annual Enumclaw Farmer’s Market returns for its Fifth year on First Avenue every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. from June 1 through September. For more information, head to enumclawplateaufarmersmarket.org.

Cruise Enumclaw: The first Friday of every month through September is reserved for Cruise Enumclaw, which features an informal car parade on Cole Street and through downtown. It’s a free event, but spectators are encouraged to support local businesses and restaurants whole enjoying the city’s downtown atmosphere. Cars start rolling around 6 p.m.

Night Market: Enumclaw’s Night Market will bring local vendors to the Cole Street big tent every Friday from June 2 through 30 from 4 to 8 p.m.

Meet up on Main: From June through October, 10 a.m. to noon, the Buckley Downtown Association is hosting Meet Up on Main, which is a time for car enthusiasts who want to participate in the following week’s Cruise can get together and shoot the breeze.

Cruise Buckley: Buckley is getting in on the cruising action by hosting their own downtown cruises every third Saturday from May through October from 6 to 9 p.m.

SINGLE EVENTS

June 2

WASTEMOBILE: King County’s Wastemobile is coming to the Enumclaw Expo Center on June 2 and 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is your chance to safely dispose of hazardous waste like bleach, antifreeze, lead paint, yard and pool chemicals, and more. For more information on what you can and can’t dispose of, head to kingcountyhazwastewa.gov/en/households-disposal.

June 3

CHORALE PERFORMANCE: Cascade Foothills Chorale will be performing “If Music Be the Food…” at Calvary Presbyterian Church on June 3 at 7 p.m., and June 4 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets will be sold at the door for $15. Children 12 and under have free admission, and must be accompanied by an adult. The Chorale will be performing some favorite selections such as Blue Moon, Homeward Bound, The Prayer and more.

June 6

SPORTS COURT RIBBON CUTTING: Buckley’s newest sports court is getting the grand opening treatment, complete with a ribbon cutting, on June 6, starting at 4:30. The event will have hot dogs, a throw contest, and pickleball.

June 8

WRHS GRADUATION: White River High School students will be having their graduation ceremony at the Washington State Fairgrounds in Puyallup on June 8, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are limited and will be distributed to students for family members and friends.

June 10

ENUMCLAW BEER WALK: The Enumclaw Chamber of Commerce’s annual Beer Walk is scheduled to close downtown on June 10, with the event going on from 5 to 9 p.m. General admission tickets are $40, and come with a collector tasting glass, a beer passport, and 10 tasting tickets (more tickets are available for purchase). But your tickers online at enumclawchamber.com/beer-walk or at the event starting at 4 p.m. A limited number of VIP tickets are also for sale for $65; VIPs check-in is earlier and comes with a reception with exclusive tastings, live music, a snack cup, 5 additional tasting tickets, an upgraded tasting glass, and a swag bag with goodies from local businesses.

June 14

EHS GRADUATION: Mark your calendars for Enucmlaw High’s graduation at Pete’s Pool (the sports stadium behind the Expo Center Field House) at 7 p.m. Tickets are limited, and can be requested by heading to ehs.enumclaw.wednet.edu/page/class-of-2023.

June 16

FATHER’S DAY MARKET: Black Diamond’s Ten Trails neighborhood is hosting a Father’s Day pop-up marker on June 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. There will be more than 20 local vendors, food trucks, and a wine and beer garden.

June 17

BUCKLEY JR. LOG SHOW: The annual Buckley Log Show always hosts events for kids for ages 3 to 17 — this year’s will be held June 17 starting at 9 a.m. For more information, head to cityofbuckley.com/logshow.

June 24

BUCKLEY LOG SHOW: Grab those chainsaws and head on down to the Buckley Log Show Grounds on June 24 and 25 to watch local loggers compete for the title of “All-Around Logger”. A parade down Main Street in Buckley starts at 10 a.m., and the competition starts around noon on both days. There is no entrance fee. For more information, head to cityofbuckley.com/logshow.

RECURRING EVENTS

Brewskis with a Newsie: Come meet your local journalists on every first Wednesday of each month at Cole Street Brewery (1627 Cole Street, Enumclaw) from 5 to 6 p.m. 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.

Plateau Scottish Dancing: The Plateau Scottish Country Dancers are inviting new members to come join the fun. The group currently meets every Monday night from 7 to 9 p.m. Classes are at the Danish Hall, 1708 Porter St.,Enumclaw. Cost is $5 per person and no partner is required. Dances are taught at each class and range from easy to moderate. All are welcome from beginners to experienced dancers. Because dancing involves close personal contact, up-to-date COVID vaccines are required. Currently, masking is encouraged but not required. For more information call 360-825-6572 and find us on meetup.com.

WIBIT Night: The Enumclaw Aquatic Center hosts WIBIT Night every first Saturday of the month, and features large, inflatable pool obstacle courses. Call 360-815-1188 to reserve your spot. Tickets for reservations are $7.75 an hour; drop-ins are $9 an hour.