Kalispel Tribe of Indians Honors US Military

The Kalispel Tribe of Indians which operates Northern Quest Resort & Casino in Spokane, Washington State, is showing its appreciation for the sacrifices made by the nation’s men and women in the military with its “We Salute Package” this coming Memorial Day (May 30) and beyond.

All members of the military are being invited to enjoy some well-deserved R&R at the 250-room luxury property. The “We Salute Package” prices start at $169 and include a one-night stay in a classic guestroom, a $50 food credit to be used at one of the property’s 14 restaurants and lounges, a $15 spa credit at the luxurious Current Spa & Salon, and $20 match play at the property’s Las Vegas style casino.  Also included in the package is complimentary overnight valet and garage service, round-trip airport and area-wide transportation, complimentary wireless internet, evening turndown service, and access to the property’s pool and fitness center.

And from June to August Northern Quest Resort & Casino hosts a series of outdoor summer concerts at its outdoor pavilion, a brand new intimate outdoor concert and event venue. 

The Pepsi Outdoor Summer Concerts at Northern Quest Resort & Casino kicks off in late June with seven exciting concerts featuring a variety of entertainment’s most exceptional talents – The Judds (June 25), the Steve Miller Band (July 14), Willie Nelson and Family (July 31), The Beach Boys (August 6), Reba McEntire (August 12), Toby Keith(August 18), Santana (August 26).

Northern Quest Resort & Casino sits on the West Plains in the town of Airway Heights, just 10 minutes west of downtown Spokane, Washington, and five minutes from Spokane International Airport.

For more information about top events in Washington State take a look at the Top Events USA selection of the annual main festivals and events in Washington State. 

Reservations for the Northern Quest Resort & Casino’s “We Salute Package” can be made by calling 1-877-871-6772 or on-line at www.northernquest.com

Loggers and Artists of Hoquiam, Washington

Historically a logging town, Hoquiam preserves its heritage with events like its internationally famous Loggers’ Playday  .... while not forgetting to honor its artists too.

It celebrates its arts every year with the On Track Art Festival, held the last weekend of August each year (August 27 and 28 this year) on 8^th and Levee Streets in downtown Hoquiam. 

At this 2-day outdoor festival visitors can view and purchase original art from outstanding local and regional artists. No commercial products are allowed – all booths are original art products. Therre is great food, great artists and great opportunity for the artists who attend.

The Loggers Playday, held the Saturday following Labor day each year (this year September 10), is in its 47^th year. It is a day full of great fun. It makes a 6a.m. start with the Rotary Pancake Breakfast which competitors can work off on the 2 mile, 5K or 10K fun runs at 8a.m. The day proceeds with a vendor fair held in downtown Hoquiam beginning at 10a.m. The Loggers Playday parade begins at 12 noon with marching bands, logging trucks and other great entries. In the afternoon there is a Salmon Bake  outside the historic Olympic Stadium from 2 to 7p.m. The day ends with the one-of-a kind-logging show at the Olympic Stadium and a wonderful fireworks display.

Part of Grays Harbor County, Washington State’s gateway to the Pacific Ocean and the Olympic Peninsula, Hoquiam and its Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge is a stopover for hundreds of thousands of shorebirds during their spring and fall migrations. 

For more information about top events in Washington State take a look at the Top Events USA selection of the annual main festivals and events in Washington State. 

For more information on Hoquiam and its attractions and events visit www.cityofhoquiam.com/