Hood Canal Improvement Club

05/22/2026

HCIC Summer Social ☀️
June 28 • 3–6 PM
📍 The Salmon Center, Belfair

Live music by Chris Eakes, games, face painting, psychic readings & more — all included with your $10 ticket. Pay at the door available!

Food trucks on site (independently operated). 🎶

05/15/2026

Wish you well Jimmi!

After 6 years I have come to a crossroads that I didn’t think I would ever be at. One is a path I know well, the other something entirely new. I spent the past month going back and forth asking for signs and praying that I would make the right decision. When a book fell into my lap, The Alchemist, I read it and at the end,
I knew.

“One day you will wake up and there won’t be any more time to do the things you’ve always wanted to do. Do it now!”
-Paulo Coelho. Author, The Alchemist

Finally, I knew I had to take the path that scared me the most and the path of most growth.

I have accepted a dream job in LA and the only reason I hesitated was because of all of you. I couldn’t bear to tell you all that I was going to go, but here we are and here I go.

Life is funny, it will present paths to you when you least expect it. Offering you a new adventure but the catch is you must give up the life you know and in doing so say goodbye to those who have been apart of your story thus far.

I have been blessed with some of the most incredible people ever to come into my life. I have learned countless bits of wisdom for the road ahead. I can’t thank you all enough for your love, your support, and your friendship.

I will be closing White Barn in the next few weeks. White Barn has been an adventure I have loved and I will cherish. I will make a post about what is more to come soon.

I’m going to go dry my eyes and blow my nose now, but all I can say is WHAT A GIFT! That it hurts this much to say goodbye.

I love you all

Jimmi

05/15/2026

05/14/2026

HCIC SUMMER SOCIAL 2026
Sun, Jun 28 , 3-6PM | The Salmon Center

Our Summer Social is a relaxed ticketed community/family-friendly event featuring live music by Chris Eakes, local food trucks, games, site tours, you-pick gardens and good ole fashioned fun in a scenic setting. Take in a hike at the Theler Wetlands before or after - pets are welcome (some hikes are not pet friendly). We are excited to be in Belfair and appreciate the dedicated volunteers and staff at the Salmon Center!

To pay for your $10 ticket or to simply RSVP and pay day of - visit our website here:

https://www.hoodcanalimprovementclub.org/event-details/hcic-summer-social

05/04/2026

Your favorite community event, Speed Friending, is back TOMORROW, Tues, May 5 from 6-7:30pm at the Union Fire Hall! Think speed dating…but without the awkward pressure or romantic expectations—just good vibes and great conversations.

Meet your neighbors in fun, fast-paced 3-minute rounds designed to spark new connections, share a few laughs, and maybe even find your new favorite walking buddy or coffee companion. Come mingle, connect, and see just how fun building community can be!

RSVP:

Your favorite community event, Speed Friending, is back! Think speed dating… but without the awkward pressure or romantic expectations—just good vibes and great conversations. Meet your neighbors in fun, fast-paced 3-minute rounds designed to spark new connections and share a few laughs!

04/30/2026

Speed Friending is back 💬✨
Think speed dating—minus the pressure, plus all the good vibes.

Meet your neighbors in fun, fast-paced 3-minute rounds designed for easy conversation, new connections, and a few laughs along the way.

📍 Union Fire Hall
🗓 May 5 | 6:00–7:30 PM

Come say hi—you might just leave with a new friend.

Visit our website to RSVP: hoodcanalimprovementclub.org

04/23/2026

Calling All Neighborhood Leaders!
Join us for our 2nd Kickoff Meeting of the “Map Your Neighborhood” Campaign and help make our community kinder, safer, and better prepared.

📅 Tues, April 28, 2026
⏰ 3:00 – 5:00 PM OR 5:00 - 7:00 PM
📍 Union Firehall District 6 – Community Room
Hear from local leaders including Chief Clint Volk, Sheriff Ryan Spurling, and HCIC Chair Deanna Keener.

At this kickoff meeting you will:
✅ Watch an introduction to the Map Your Neighborhood program
✅ Receive a helpful preparedness workbook
✅ Learn simple steps to help neighbors support each other in emergencies

💛 Be the kindness in your neighborhood.

For more information:
📱 Text 253-736-4370
📧 [email protected]
Contact: Deanna Keener

Join us for the Map Your Neighborhood Campaign. Meet community leaders, Chief Volk and Sheriff Spurling. Learn how to help your neighborhood become safer and better prepared for major disasters and events. We have 2 sessions to choose from: 3-5PM or 5-7PM.

04/14/2026

Your favorite community event, Speed Friending, is back! Think speed dating… but without the awkward pressure or romantic expectations—just good vibes and great conversations.

Meet your neighbors in fun, fast-paced 3-minute rounds designed to spark new connections, share a few laughs, and maybe even find your new favorite walking buddy or coffee companion. Come mingle, connect, and see just how fun building community can be!

RSVP: https://www.hoodcanalimprovementclub.org/event-details/speed-friending-returns-1

04/06/2026

Celebrating the unsung heroes of Hood Canal 💙

Join us Tues, April 7 (6–7:30 PM) at the Union Fire Hall for an evening of inspiring stories honoring the quiet individuals who make our community stronger every day.

We’ll also recognize the stewardship of the Dalby Waterwheel and host a donation drive for the Hood Canal School Food Pantry—bring what you can to support local families.

Come feel inspired, reconnected, and reminded of the strength of our community.

RSVP here: https://www.hoodcanalimprovementclub.org/event-details/heroes-of-hood-canal

Join us April 7 (6–7:30 PM) at Union Fire Hall for an evening of inspiring stories honoring the quiet individuals who make our community stronger every day.