The Wahkiakum County Eagle - Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891

Don’t miss the Historical Society Champagne Valentine Dinner Raffle. Time is running out for your chance to win a spectacular Champagne Dinner for two at the Inn at Crippen Creek. The winner will not only receive a champagne dinner donated by the Inn at Crippen Creek but a delicious box of chocolates and bouquet of flowers generously donated by Sassy’s. The dinner can be scheduled for any night and is valid for 2013. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at Cathlamet Chevron, The Video Store, the Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce or via board member Judy Brawn at 360-562-1925. The lucky winner will be drawn on Monday, the 11th so grab your tickets today! All proceeds go to the Wahkiakum Historical Museum.

 One week left to send your Valentine's Day Greeting with the Eagle. Are you looking for a unique and fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Why not send a special message with an Eagle Valentine Heart. Fun for any age, you can send a message to your sweetheart, grandchildren, friend or secret crush for just $10 a heart. To reserve your heart contact the Eagle today, 795-3391 or email sarah@waheagle.com.

 Sassy’s Bakery, Candy & Flower Shop Valentine’s Day Specials: Formerly known as Sugarlilies, Sassy’s Bakery, Candy & Flower Shop is geared up and ready to help you spoil your Valentine this year. From chocolates and flowers to balloons and delectable treats, Sassy’s has everything you need for a successful Valentine’s Day. They’ll even deliver your gift for you! To order your Valentine treats call 795-3110. Please note delivery is only available for Cathlamet and Skamokawa.

 Tsuga Hosts Valentine’s Day Open House. The Tsuga Gallery is proud to host an Open House next Thursday, February 14 to welcome the newest artists to join the gallery. The new members include Sue Garn who specializes in Assemblage, photographer Nick Deal, sculptor Bob Kizziar and abstract artist John Mason. The Open House will run from 5-7 p.m. and includes live music and refreshments. For more information please email tsugagallery@yahoo.com.

 Grand Opening of the new Tall Tree Café Coffeehouse: Mark your calendars and get ready to party as next Friday, the 15th marks the grand opening of the new Tall Tree Café Coffeehouse. The Chamber of Commerce will be there at 2 p.m. for the official ribbon cutting. There will be door prizes, food and drink specials all day long with the grand opening ceremony kicking off at 5 p.m. Enjoy live music from local artists while exploring the new menu items created by manager Alex Arness. For more information call 795-3777.

 IGA Cathlamet Market Partners with JDRF to raise awareness of Type 1 Diabetes. Each year 30,000 Americans are diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), forever changing their day to day lives. In an effort to raise awareness and generate funds, IGA has teamed up with JDRF, the largest charitable supporter of T1D research to launch the paper sneaker campaign. The campaign, which kicked off on Wednesday, February 6 and runs to Tuesday, March 26 involves colorful JDRF paper sneakers which will be sold for $1. Shoppers are encouraged to sign and hang their paper sneaker within the store, with the purpose of raising awareness within the community. All funds raised will go directly to our local chapter. 

 Redman Hall Annual Antique Sale: This month marks the return of the annual Antique Sale at Redman Hall in Skamokawa. Scheduled for February 28-March 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., you won’t want to miss this great opportunity to view and purchase some of the great treasures of Wahkiakum. To participate in the sale please contact Keith Hoofnagle at 795-0561. All vendors must make contact by February 15.