Stepping Out: May 1, 2008

The Hermiston Herald publishes a list of coming events Wednesdays and Fridays. All items are assumed free, nonprofit and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Calendar events items should be submitted well in advance by mail to Hermiston Herald Calendar, P.O. Box 46, Hermiston, OR 97838; by e-mail to tmalgesini@eastoregonian.com or in person to The Hermiston Herald office at 333 E. Main St.TONIGHTARTIST’S RECEPTION, 5:30-7 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts Lorenzen Board Room, 214 N. Main St, Pendleton. May’s featured artist, Hermiston’s Mary K. Corp, will meet with the public to discuss her work.

COLUMBIA BASIN SPRING SHOOT OUT JACKPOT EVENT, 6 p.m. at the Umatilla County Fairgrounds, Hermiston. The horsemanship and shooting event is free for spectators. Dressed in old West attire, participants ride horses and shoot targets for prize money.

“THE WORST HIGH SCHOOL PLAY IN THE WORLD,” 7 p.m. at the fine arts theater at Hermiston High School. Cost is $4 for adults, $3 for students without ASB cards, free for students with ASB cards, $2 for senior citizens and children. SATURDAYSOROPTIMIST ANNUAL YARD SALE, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1495 S.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Proceeds go to the Women’s Opportunity Award, the Violet Richardson Awards, to assist the Domestic Violence shelter and Umatilla County foster children. To donate items, bring to the sale or call 567-9409 to drop off in advance. Donations are tax deductible.

COLUMBIA BASIN SPRING SHOOT OUT, 8:30 a.m. to approximately 4 p.m. at the Umatilla County Fairgrounds, Hermiston. The horsemanship and shooting event is free for spectators. Dressed in old West attire, participants ride horses and shoot targets for prize money to be handed out Sunday.

KRAZY HORSE QUILTERS 7TH ANNUAL QUILT SHOW, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1600 Westgate. Admission $3. Featured quilter Barbara Baker of Bend, Sun Dying Workshop, vendors, raffle quilt, door prizes and 2009 Challenge Quilt Kits. Call 276-9546 for more information, or www.pendletonquiltworks.com.

PENDLETON SWIM ASSOCIATION FUNDRAISER GOLF TOURNAMENT, 9 a.m. shotgun start, Wildhorse Resort Golf Course. Entry fee $50 per person ($35 for Wildhorse members). Includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, and a meal after the competition. Prizes for longest drive, closest to the pin, and longest putt.

CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION, all day at the Boardman Marina Park. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., soccer tournament; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., volleyball tournament; noon-2 p.m. softball tournament; noon-12:30 p.m., American and Mexican flag salute; 12:30-1:30 p.m. clown show; 1:30-6 p.m., music and dancers; 6 p.m., raffle; 6:30-7 p.m., talent show; 7-10 p.m. dance. Raffle tickets are available for $1 from event coordinators, the Boardman Chamber of Commerce or at the event until 6 p.m. No alcohol allowed.

CINCO DE MAYO PARTY, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. All ages welcome. Cost for members $2, non-members pay $5, and lunch is included. Advanced sign-up is required. Contact Patty Rose at 276-1066.

“THE WORST HIGH SCHOOL PLAY IN THE WORLD,” 2 p.m. at the fine arts theater at Hermiston High School. Free for senior citizens and students with ASB cards, $4 for adults, $3 for students without ASB cards, $2 for children.

ME AND MY PRINCE BALL, 6-9 p.m., Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395. The formal, semi-formal dance is for girls of all ages and their father or father figures. Cost is $15 per person and includes a portrait, appetizers and can be obtained at the Hermiston Herald and 60 Minute Photo. Call 564-5985 for more information.

“THE WORST HIGH SCHOOL PLAY IN THE WORLD,” 7 p.m. at the fine arts theater at Hermiston High School. Cost is $4 for adults, $3 for students without ASB cards, free for students with ASB cards, $2 for senior citizens and children. SUNDAYBENEFIT BREAKFAST FOR THE DAVE CLARK FAMILY, 7:30-11:30 a.m. at the Echo Fire Station, 301 Main St. Biscuits and gravy, ham, orange juice, coffee $8 per person, family of 3 or more $20. Price includes one door-prize entry and free visit to Echo Historic Museum during event hours. Silent auction items will be available.

COLUMBIA BASIN SPRING SHOOT OUT, 8 a.m., Cowboy Church; 8:30 a.m. to approximately 4 p.m., rifle and shotgun match at the Umatilla County Fairgrounds, Hermiston. The horsemanship and shooting event is free for spectators. Dressed in old West attire, participants ride horses and shoot targets for prize money, which will be handed out at the end of today’s competition.

REGISTRATION FOR AMBASSADOR SOCCER CAMP, 8:30-11:30 a.m. at New Hope Community Church, 1350 S. Highway 395 and during Hermiston’s Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Ambassadors of Sport, including 16 international coaches, will conduct the camp July 8-12 in Hermiston and is open to boys and girls, ages 6-14. Cost is $100 if registered before Monday. For more information, contact the church at 567-8441 or www.newhopeon395.com.

KRAZY HORSE QUILTERS 7TH ANNUAL QUILT SHOW, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1600 Westgate. Admission $3. Featured quilter Barbara Baker of Bend, vendors, raffle quilt, door prizes and 2009 Challenge Quilt Kits. Call 276-9546 for more information, or www.pendletonquiltworks.com.

HERMISTON CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION, 1-7 p.m. Sunday at McKenzie Park, 320 S. First St. The event includes live music, food booths and merchandise vendor booths. Also, Latino students who are graduating this year can pick up an application for a $1,000 scholarship to be awarded by the Latino Cultural Club.WEDNESDAY”MOVING PARTS: FUNCTIONAL FITNESS & PAIN RELIEF FROM HEAD TO TOE,” 9:30-11 a.m. at Good Shepherd Medical Center, conference center 2, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Author and health expert, Sherrie Evenson will discuss her new book, provide demonstrations and lead group activities to prevent. Copies of her book and DVD will e available. Call 667-3509 for more information.

FINN RIGGINS IN CONCERT, 6 p.m. at Great Pacific, 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. No cover charge, no minimum, all ages welcome. Sun Valley, Idaho trio playing experimental and indie rock.

Thursday

MOTHER’S DAY CRAFTS, 3-4 p.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Make Mom a beautiful Mother’s Day button ring. $4 per craft. Contact Patty Rose at 276-1066 for more information.