Curated, helpful information for residents of the South Fork Valley, the Mt. Baker Foothills, and Beyond!
| RENOVATION NEWS Stop by the Hall and check out the current designs for the renovation.We are topping off our fundraising efforts with the aim of installing a heat pump/air filtration system, a back-up generator, new tables and chairs, and kitchen appliances. When completed (hopefully by next Fall) the Van Zandt Hall will be the best place in the East County to celebrate reunions, weddings, anniversary, birthday and graduation parties. To make a donation, please visit the SFVCA website. And if you have historical information to share, please email history@southforkvalley.org. HAPPENINGS AT THE HALL(Van Zandt Community Hall, 4106 Valley Hwy, Deming) Third Thursday Potluck and Open Mic – Thursday, December 19 from 6pm to 9pm, and every third Thursday of the month More people, more music, more fun every month. Join in this potluck and musical gatherings at the Van Zandt Hall. Enjoy a meal and good conversation with friends and neighbors, followed by music, stories, poetry, comedy, whatever. Bring a dish to share. Volunteer at the Hall Join a fun group of volunteers to help with programs and events at the Van Zandt Community Hall and Josh Vander Yacht Park. Volunteers will decorate, set up and clean up for Hall events, join work parties in the Park, and contribute ideas for new ways to build community. All ages welcome! To join this fun and dedicated group, call Pam at (360) 739-9381 or email volunteer@southforkvalley.org. The Van Zandt History Project Did you know there used to be a branch rail line up the Van Zandt Dike, just east of Schornbush Rd? A few locals even claim there is a small rail car up there to this day. The South Fork Valley Community Association (SFVCA) is documenting the history of Van Zandt and the Community Hall, from its early days as a school through present day. We are collecting memorabilia, photos, and stories and we need your help. Do you have something to share? Please contact history@southforkvalley.org or call 360-393-9583. |
KAVZ 102.5 is your voice of the Valley. Listen online at KAVZ.org or tune your dial to 102.5 to hear local and world talent, shows as well information about upcoming events and opportunities in the Foothills of Komo Kulshan Mt Baker!The South Fork Valley Community Association (SFVCA) is a small but mighty 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to building communuty. The SFVCA Board of Directors meets monthly on the first Wednesday of every month at the Van Zandt Community Hall. All are welcome. Our physical address is 4106 Valley Hwy, & our mailing is PO BOX 794, in Deming, WA, 98244. Reach out by phone 360-230-8176 or by email at info@southforkvalley.org https://www.southforkvalley.org