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Hi Chelan County, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: UW’s new bee species, mountain film festival returns, and wine and chocolate tasting + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
Entomologists expand pollinator catalog: UW researchers identified eight bee species never before recorded in Washington, plus 100 first documented in Chelan County, from a Chelan-area study on climate and wildfire impacts in February — read the full story.
Culinary team in the spotlight: Lake Chelan’s Tsillan Cellars Sorrento’s Ristorante was awarded the 2026 DiRōNA Award of Excellence, honoring standout food, service, beverages, and ambiance. Past national nods came in 2010 and 2014 — see what set them apart.
Support spans services and science: The M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust awarded more than $6.7 million to Washington nonprofits, including over $331,000 for Wenatchee’s Community Foundation of North Central Washington to expand finance and operations staffing — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Local stage fix: Need a little drama this week? Music Theatre of Wenatchee spotlights community talent, from intimate plays at the Riverside Playhouse to big Apple Blossom musicals. Legally Blonde takes the stage this spring, delivering laughs, hair flips, and feel-good energy for a bright night at the theater.
Brat break, anyone? If your dinner plans need an easy upgrade, Leavenworth Sausage Garten has charbroiled sausages and a legit beef frank, ready for a ridiculous mustard lineup and kraut from Cured next door. Quick, cozy, and ideal for a weeknight hang with friends.
Need a fresh read?: Since 1994, Riverwalk Books has been Chelan’s independent bookstore, with sharp staff picks, kids’ favorites, and shelves of gifts, puzzles, and games that tend to follow readers home. Booksellers here love matching people with their next page-turner.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Chelan County for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🥃 Whisky Trail Band @ Rocky Pond Estate Winery Leavenworth Tasting Room | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – Think you know your way around a tasting flight? Rocky Pond’s Leavenworth room is getting a full takeover with Whisky Trail, a four-time, consecutive Best Band winner, pouring the tunes, not the scotch. It’s at the edge of town, so reserve, stroll in, and settle.
🎬 Film & Speaker Series: Bye Bye Tiberius @ Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Head to the Wenatchee Valley Museum for Bye Bye Tiberius, an award-winning documentary, then stay for a speaker-led conversation that’s actually worth staying awake for. It’s part of the museum’s Film and Speaker Series, so expect real insight, zero fluff, and good company.
👗 My Girlfriend’s Closet 2026 @ Veterans Warehouse Thrift Store (Wenatchee) | Friday (3/13) at 10:00 AM – Pop-up department store meets do-gooding, with brand-name finds, no tickets needed, and no dressing rooms, so wear Costco-errand layers. Proceeds fund nonprofits and a free day for women and teens in need; donate at Heidi Huddle Allstate, Town Toyota, or Cashmere Valley Bank’s Financial Center.
🍷 The Dark Side of Decadence @ One Wines | Friday (3/13) at 1:00 PM – Nothing beats bold reds and good chocolate when winter drags on, and One Wines is pouring both with every tasting all month. A civilized excuse to call curated chocolates pairings, linger with friends, and pretend tannins cancel calories. Quality time, zero guilt.
🐾 Wildlife Tracking @ Wenatchee River Institute (Leavenworth) | Sunday (3/15) at 9:00 AM – Trade screen time for scat clues on a beginner friendly, family friendly wildlife tracking walk with local tracker Kirk Beckendorf and WRI educator Virginia Shoup. Wander the Wenatchee River Institute campus and local nooks, reading tracks, scat, and scratch marks like gossip. Registration required.
🍅 Garden to Table: WSU Food Preservation Series – Making Salsa and Canning Tomatoes @ Cashmere Public Library | Tuesday (3/17) at 5:00 PM – Chips at the ready, because this WSU Garden to Table class turns you into the friend with the good salsa. Learn the right tomatoes, how to prep peppers, and the safe way to can tomatoes, juice blends, and spaghetti sauce. Luego, presume tus recetas.
💖 Benevolent Night @ Wildflour (Leavenworth) | Thursday (3/19) at 4:00 PM – Wildflour is serving up a Benevolent Night with handmade pasta, seasonal plates, and cocktails, all for a cause that keeps screenings close to home. Treat yourself, fund Cascade Medical’s Endoscopy Suite equipment, and snag a reservation. The view says winter, your appetite says spring.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Chelan County report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 44°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 42%
A chance of snow before 10am, then a chance of rain and snow. Partly sunny, with a high near 44. West wind 13 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 51 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34. West wind 3 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 47°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 49%
A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 47. Southwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: A chance of snow before 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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