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The Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild will host speakers in November, January, and March (the next talk will cover how to make quilts without hard math) to teach local residents about quilt making.

Burgerville is offering free kids' meals to help families who face difficulties with SNAP benefits disruptions—this program will run to support local children until regular benefits resume.

Mrs. Beesley's Burgers in Toledo has offered free grilled cheese meals amid SNAP disruptions from the shutdown — families from Lewis County and even from as far south as Castle Rock have come for them.

Co-owner Julie Zion said she runs a drive-thru for free meals while she and her husband plan to sell the restaurant as it nears its 50th anniversary.

InRoads Credit Union Foundation announced a new foundation that will award grants starting at $1,000 for projects focused on financial wellness in Cowlitz and Columbia counties—applicants can follow local updates for application details.

World Ballet Company: The Great Gatsby

7:00–8:30 p.m. — Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts — Not specified — Experience the Roaring Twenties through a dazzling ballet filled with elegance and drama.

Turkey Trot

8:30 a.m. — Lake Sacajawea Park — $15 pre-registration/$20 day of — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run and costume contest.

ABBAFAB Tribute Show

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience a vibrant tribute that brings ABBA's classic hits to life in a spectacular multimedia performance.

Downtowners Holiday Arts Market

11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The Roxy Theater — Free entry — Discover unique holiday gifts from local artists before the annual Cowlitz PUD Holiday Parade.

Handcrafted Holiday Bazaar

9 AM – 3 PM — McClelland Arts Center — Free entry — Explore a variety of local handmade crafts and gifts just in time for the holidays.