Fire Department BBQ July 31

The Elk Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual summer BBQ on Saturday, July 31 from noon to 4:00 p.m. at the Greenwood Community Center.  Enjoy a tri-tip, chicken or vegetarian entree with beans, salad, wood fire oven-baked bread, homemade dessert and coffee all for a donation of $15 for adults and $8 for kids 7-12 (kids under 6 free).  Enhance your meal with a refreshment from the no-host bar, featuring Elk's famous margaritas.  There will be live music, activities for kids, free safety resources, and a display of emergency vehicles and equipment.  Be sure to participate in the raffle offering items donated by local inns, merchants, community members, and others.  Raffle tickets will be available at the Elk Store, the Elk Garage, Queenie's Roadhouse Cafe and from any firefighter, as well as the BBQ at the bargain price of $1 each or 6 for $5.  Proceeds from the event are crucial to maintaining the department and upgrading equipment.  For more information, contact Clark Fish at 877-3494.

 

Activities for Children in July

Plans are underway for the annual Summer Program for Children in July, sponsored by the Greenwood Community Center. 

• Mendocino Soccer Camp will be held July 5 - 9, 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Sinclair Field.  All ages welcome.  Tuition is $60.  For more information, contact Jonathan at 964-3428.
• Activity programs will take place July 12 - 29, Monday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Greenwood Community Center.  Children will enjoy nature walks, games, art, storytelling, paper-making, cooking, and other exciting activities.  There is no fee and parent participation is encouraged.  For more information, contact Diana or 877-3362 or Yarrow at 877-3406.

The Playgroup for tots aged 2 - 5 and their caregivers continues on Fridays, 10:00 a.m. to Noon at the Greenwood Community Center.  Activities include music, art, movement, games, science, cooking, math and literacy.  The fee is $10 per class, with siblings under 2 playing for free.  For more information about the program, activities and scholarships, contact instructor Diana Taur at 877-3362 or .

 

Great Day in Elk August 21

Mark your calendar now for Great Day in Elk, the end-of-summer community celebration featuring a noontime parade through downtown Elk, followed by activities for all ages at the Greenwood Community Center and ending with an evening dinner and dance.  Sponsored by the Greenwood Community Center, this critical fundraiser supports the Center’s programs and ongoing maintenance of the facilities.   Watch for more information, coming soon.

 

Help Restore the Community Church Parsonage

The Greenwood Community Church Foundation is seeking support from Elk residents and friends to restore and preserve the historic church's Parsonage House.  Tax deductible contributions will help the Foundation raise the estimated $150,000 needed for a new foundation, windows and bathroom; upgraded wiring and plumbing; and painting.  The Elk community helped restore the church to its present condition.  Can we help the Foundation complete it's mission and save this treasure?  A donation in any amount would be welcome and may be mailed to The Greenwood Community Church Foundation, PO Box 56, Elk, CA 95432.

 

Get on the Event Calendar

Do you have an event you want to put on the Event Calendar?  Want to book the Greenwood Community Center?  Contact Coyote at 877-1630 or .