Benefit for Forks’ Diane Schostak at Lake Crescent tonight

NOTE: “Today” and “tonight” refer to Friday, Jan. 16.

PORT ANGELES — A benefit for Diane Schostak, former executive director of the Forks Chamber of Commerce and retired executive director of the Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau, will be held at Lake Crescent Lodge from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. tonight.

“A Night with Diane” offers “fine people, food, music and fun” plus a silent auction to raise money to help Schostak meet medical expenses.

The longtime Forks resident is being treated for cancer.

Cost is $40, payable at the door. Cash or checks will be accepted.

RSVPs are requested to Mike Rainey at mike.rainey@makah.com, though last-minute walk-ins will be welcomed.

The lodge is closed for the season but is reopening for this fundraiser. Music will be provided by Loose Gravel.

For more information, email Rainey or contact Lissy Andros, executive director of the Forks Chamber of Commerce, at 360-374-2531 or director@forkswa.com.

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