FULL What’s Up Calendar — Feb. 28, 2011
Published 9:03 am Monday, February 28, 2011
- The White Eagle Grange will hold its monthly breakfast will be from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. The White Eagle Grange is located halfway between Pendleton and Pilot Rock, on Highway 395.For more information contact Gail Wilson at 541-276-3778.
The Hermiston Herald publishes a list of coming events as space allows. Its posted weekly at www.hermistonherald.com. All items are assumed free, nonprofit and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Items should be submitted well in advance to: Calendar Hermiston Herald, 333 E. Main St., Hermiston, OR 97838 or info@hermistonheraldcom.
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MONDAY, FEB. 28
@ THE CRAFT TABLE, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. New crafts each week. (541-966-0380).
COMMUNITY HEALTH PARTNERSHIP MEETING, 5 p.m. dinner, meeting from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Port of Morrow, 2 Marine Drive, Boardman. The community is invited to share thoughts about health care services in the area. Reservations are required, and transportation is available. (Andrea Fletcher 541-989-8232).
TUESDAY, MARCH 1
TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, beginning at 9:15 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon. 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free admission for all children all day as part of the museum’s Open Doors program. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. Stories, games and crafts. (541-449-1254).
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SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FINAL WALK-THROUGH, 3:30 p.m., 300 E. Catherine, Hermiston. The public is invited to make a final visit to Sunset Elementary School before it is closed for abatement and demolition. Visitors must stop at the office to pick up a pass before walking through the school. (541-667-6013).
INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR WORKSHOP, 6-7:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Science& Technologies room 200, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Learn about the Solarize Pendleton project and find out how you can get started adding solar to your home or business. Free and open to the public. (Lindsey Hardy 541-966-0248).
PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave. (541-966-0380).
PENDLETON EAGLES BINGO, 6:30-9 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge No. 28, 428 S. Main St., Pendleton. Regular packet $10, special packet $5. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-278-2828).
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2
STORY TIME WITH KIMBRA, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library children’s area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).
SIMPLE SCIENCE, 3:45-5 p.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Registration is required. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
CRIBBAGE NIGHT, 6-8:30 p.m., Great Pacific Wine & Coffee Co. 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. Open to all ages and skill levels.Bring boards and cards.
ELKS BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., 14 S.E. Third St., Pendleton. Regular packet $8, special packet $3. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-276-4352).
INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR WORKSHOP, 6-7:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Science& Technologies room 200, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Learn about the Solarize Pendleton project and find out how you can get started adding solar to your home or business. Free and open to the public. (Lindsey Hardy 541-966-0248).
ODOT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE, 6:30 p.m., Umatilla City Hall conference room, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. Information will be provided regarding the Highway 730 Safety Improvement and Umatilla River Bridge Repair projects. (Tim 541-963-1364).
KARAOKE, 7-11 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton.
THURSDAY, MARCH 3
FIRST THURSDAY, 5-9 p.m., Farmer’s Kitchen, 920 S.E. Fourth St., Hermiston. Complimentary wine tasting, appetizers, jazz performances and local art talent. (541-289-3333).
ARTIST’S RECEPTION, 5:30-7 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Sandra Harris’ works will be featured through April 8. Refreshments will be served. Free admission. (541-278-9201).
PIE SOCIAL, CARNIVAL AND RAFFLE, 5:30-7:30 p.m., McKay Creek Elementary School, 1539 S.W. 44th St., Pendleton. Dessert tickets are $1 each; raffle tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5; game tickets are 25 cents each or 5 for $1. Proceeds support school functions. (541-966-3000).
FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.p., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Light refreshments served. Free admission. (541-567-3141).
“THE COMEDY OF ERRORS,” 7:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Community Theatre, Pioneer Hall, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Shakespeare’s first comedy, centered around the mistaken identities of two sets of twins. Tickets $10 for adults, $5 for children over age 3 and students at the theatre box office, at the door or reserve by calling 541-278-5953.
WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedian: Dave Testroet. No cover.
FRIDAY, MARCH 4
FIRST FRIDAY, all day, Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Free admission all day. Blue Mountain Wildlife will present a raptor display in the lobby from 1-5 p.m.
SNUGLY STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Non-members pay $3 admission. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER, noon, Peace Lutheran Church, 210 N.W. Ninth St., Pendleton. Local churches will gather to present a service in honor of the food shortages in Chile and the world. A reception will follow in the fellowship room. (Susan 541-457-2733).
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER, 2 p.m., Wesley United Methodist Church, 816 S. Main St., Milton-Freewater. This year’s theme: “How Many Loaves Have You?” Sponsored by Church Women United.
BLUE HERON CONCERT SERIES: KIMBER LUDIKER, 7 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Internationally known Grand National Fiddle Champion will perform. Tickets are $8 for the general public and free for students in the strings program, and can be reserved by calling 541-278-9201.
PHIONA O’GRADY BENEFIT AND AUCTION, 7-10 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery &?Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. Live music, silent auction and a percentage of beer sales will benefit Phiona O’Grady, who was born premature. Suitable for all ages. Free admission, but donations will be accepted; a bank account also has been set up at Banner Bank. (541-276-0880).
OLDIES NIGHT @ THE LIBRARY, 7:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave., Milton-Freewater. Featured music is oldies from the 50s, 60s and 70s that were remakes from decades earlier. Free and suitable for all ages. (Bob Jones 541-938-8246).
“THE COMEDY OF ERRORS,” 7:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Community Theatre, Pioneer Hall, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Shakespeare’s first comedy, centered around the mistaken identities of two sets of twins. Tickets $10 for adults, $5 for children over age 3 and students at the theatre box office, at the door or reserve by calling 541-278-5953.
NOTORIOUS 253, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Top 40 R&B. No cover.
SATURDAY, MARCH 5
PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m., Stanfield Community Center, 225 W. Roosevelt Ave., Stanfield. Adults $4.50, children $2. Takeout is available. (541-449-1332).
WHITE EAGLE GRANGE ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m., Grange hall between Pendleton and Pilot Rock on Highway 395. Suggested donation is $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 6-12, under 6 eat free. (Gail 541-276-3778)
MILTON-FREEWATER LITTLE LEAGUE TRYOUTS AND REGISTRATION, 9 a.m. to noon (boys) and 1-3 p.m. (girls), Yantis Park, Second and Dehaven streets, Milton-Freewater. Registration forms and fees must be turned in at tryouts. (Cheryl Copeland 509-301-9555)
ANIMAL ADOPTION DAY, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., PAWS, 517 S.E. Third St., Pendleton. Lots of kittens, puppies and full-grown cats and dogs available to loving homes. (541-276-0181).
“THE COMEDY OF ERRORS,” 7:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Community Theatre, Pioneer Hall, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Shakespeare’s first comedy, centered around the mistaken identities of two sets of twins. Tickets $10 for adults, $5 for children over age 3 and students at the theatre box office, at the door or reserve by calling 541-278-5953.
NOTORIOUS 253, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Top 40 R&B. No cover.
SUNDAY, MARCH 6
MILTON-FREEWATER LITTLE LEAGUE TRYOUTS AND REGISTRATION, noon to 2 p.m. (boys) and 2:30-4:30 p.m. (girls), Yantis Park, Second and Dehaven streets, Milton-Freewater. Registration forms and fees must be turned in at tryouts. (Cheryl Copeland 509-301-9555)
“THE COMEDY OF ERRORS,” 2 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Community Theatre, Pioneer Hall, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Shakespeare’s first comedy, centered around the mistaken identities of two sets of twins. Tickets $10 for adults, $5 for children over age 3 and students at the theatre box office, at the door or reserve by calling 541-278-5953.
MONDAY, MARCH 7
COFFEE AND BOOKS, 10:15-11:15 a.m., Pendleton?Public Library meeting room, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St., Athena. Stories, crafts, movement activities, music and snacks. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).
@ THE CRAFT TABLE, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. New crafts each week. (541-966-0380).
HERMISTON HURRICANES TRACK AND FIELD SIGNUPS, 6-8 p.m., Hermiston High School commons, 600 S. First St. Cost is $45 per child with a maximum of $115 per family. For children in grades K-6. (Christy 541-571-0410).
FRIENDS OF WESTON LIBRARY ANNUAL MEETING, 7 p.m., Weston Memorial Hall, 210 E. Main St., Weston. The public is invited to enjoy bluegrass music and an antiques show; bring a favorite antique or collectible and chat with an expert. A short business meeting and drawings will be followed by dessert. (541-566-2378).
TUESDAY, MARCH 8
LEGISLATIVE VIDEO CONFERENCE, 7-7:45 a.m., Blue Mountain Community College Pioneer Hall boardroom, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Legislators David Nelson and Bob Jenson will be available for questions. (541-966-0206).
TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, beginning at 9:15 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon. 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free admission for all children all day as part of the museum’s Open Doors program. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. Stories, games and crafts. (541-449-1254).
SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE DINNER, 5-7 p.m., Sacred Heart Church, Fifth and College streets, Athena. Cost is $6 adults, $5 children 12 and under, $20 per family and free for preschoolers. Menu includes pancakes, ham, scrambled eggs and beverage. (Helen Miller 541-566-3656).
PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave. (541-966-0380).
PENDLETON EAGLES BINGO, 6:30-9 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge No. 28, 428 S. Main St., Pendleton. Regular packet $10, special packet $5. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-278-2828).
WESTERN-THEMED CHORAL CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Pioneer Theater, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. The Walla Walla Choral Society performs a program of choral music about cowboys, cowgirls and the American West. Admission is $10 for adults; children 12 and under are free with a paying adult. Tickets are available at the door. (509-386-2445).
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9
STORY TIME WITH KIMBRA, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library children’s area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).
SIMPLE SCIENCE, 3:45-5 p.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Registration is required. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
CRIBBAGE NIGHT, 6-8:30 p.m., Great Pacific Wine & Coffee Co. 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. Open to all ages and skill levels.Bring boards and cards.
ELKS BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., 14 S.E. Third St., Pendleton. Regular packet $8, special packet $3. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-276-4352).
KARAOKE, 7-11 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton.
THURSDAY, MARCH 10
CRITTER TIME, 11 a.m. to noon, Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Non-members pay $3 admission. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
ROUND-UP REPUBLICAN WOMEN, 11:45 a.m., Pendleton Elks Club, 14 S.E. Third St., Pendleton. Guest speaker will be Pendleton Police Chief Stuart Roberts.
PENDLETON RELAY FOR LIFE ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Pendleton City Hall community room, 501 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. All interested parties are welcome to help plan this year’s relay. (Robin 541-966-1509).
FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.p., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Light refreshments served. Free admission. (541-567-3141).
WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Tere Joyce and Belinda Carroll. No cover.
FRIDAY, MARCH 11
SNUGLY STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Non-members pay $3 admission. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
WINE TASTING AND JAZZ, 4:30-8 p.m., Sno Road Winery, Main Street, Echo. Taste local wines and listen to vocal jazz.
GREEN PANCAKE FEED, 5-7 p.m., MIlton-Freewater Community Building, 109 S.E.?Fifth St., Milton-Freewater. Cost is $7 adults, $5 Children ages 4-12, $20 for a family, ages 3 and under free. Proceeds benefit the Milton-Freewater Jr. Show. (Cindy 509-386-2499).
GAMERS’ NIGHT, 6-11 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Supervised video gaming tournament play for teens. (541-276-8100).
LARK DRIVE CONCERT, doors open at 8:30 p.m., music starts at 9 p.m., Hamley Slickfork Saloon, 30 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. $4 cover.
THE SANDY SAUNDERS BAND, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Rock/blues. No cover.
SATURDAY, MARCH 12
ART SMART, all day, Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Fun and creative crafts for all ages. Non-members pay $3 admission. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
ECHO RED 2 RED MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE, 8 a.m. registration, Dupont and Main streets, Echo. Cross-country bicycle race begins and ends on Main Street; three different courses ranging up to 27 miles. All racers must purchase a racing license with OBRA prior to the race. Food will be provided for no charge to racers registered before March 5; breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase in Echo. Food, beer and live music will be available at the Koontz Building beginning at 11 a.m., and Sno Road Winery will be open all day. The Echo City Hall ballroom also will host an art show featuring local artists. Registration is $30 for adults and $15 for ages 10-18 the day of the race. Proceeds from the race benefit the Echo Kiwanis college scholarship fund. See pre-registration information at www.echored2red.com.
HANDBELL CONCERT, 4 p.m., First Presbyterian Church sanctuary, 201 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Handbell choirs of Pendleton will perform a combined concert under the direction of Phyllis Tincher of Nampa, Idaho. Free admission; a freewill offering will be taken.
IRRIGON BOOSTER CLUB ANNUAL DINNER AUCTION, doors open at 5 p.m., Irrigon Jr./Sr. High School, 315 E. Wyoming Ave., Irrigon. Silent auction begins at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m. and a live auction at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person and include a choice of stuffed pork chops or Parmesan chicken. Raffle tickets for a whole hog, cut and wrapped, are $1 each or 25 for $20. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the school or the Bank of Eastern Oregon Irrigon branch, or at the door. (Joy Hearn 541-720-4566).
SOUP BOWL SUPPER, 6-8 p.m., Hamley Slickfork Saloon, 30 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. Come eat a bowl of soup and take home the handmade bowl. Tickets are $25 per person and include dinner, live music, silent auction and raffles. Tickets may be purchased at Domestic Violence Services, 1103 S.E. Court Place, Pendleton, or 240 S.E. Second St., Suite B., Hermiston. All proceeds benefit victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. (541-276-3322 or 541-567-0424).
“TOWARD THE UNKNOWN REGION,” 7 p.m., Christ the King Lutheran Church, 325 S.W. Sixth Ave., Milton-Freewater. The Inland Northwest Musicians Chorale presents the featured work by R. Vaughn Williams as well as other selected pieces. Refreshments will be served following the concert. Free admission, but donations are gladly accepted. (Judi 541-314-5407).
THE SANDY SAUNDERS BAND, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Rock/blues. No cover.
SUNDAY, MARCH 13
DANCE AND SOCIAL, 1-4 p.m., Pendleton Senior Center, 510 S.W. 10th St., Pendleton. Dancers $3.50 per person, non-dancers $1.50; please bring finger foods to share. Public is welcome. (541-276-5303).
“TOWARD THE UNKNOWN REGION,” 4 p.m.,Umatilla High School commons, 1300 Seventh St., Umatilla. The Inland Northwest Musicians Chorale presents the featured work by R. Vaughn Williams as well as other selected pieces. Refreshments will be served following the concert. Free admission, but donations are gladly accepted. (Judi 541-314-5407).
MONDAY, MARCH 14
COFFEE AND BOOKS, 10:15-11:15 a.m., Pendleton?Public Library meeting room, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St., Athena. Stories, crafts, movement activities, music and snacks. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).
@ THE CRAFT TABLE, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. New crafts each week. (541-966-0380).
TUESDAY, MARCH 15
COFFEE &?BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS, 7:30-8:30 a.m., The Saddle Restaurant, 2220 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. Enjoy a free cup of coffee and have your blood pressure checked.
TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, beginning at 9:15 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon. 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free admission for all children all day as part of the museum’s Open Doors program. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. Stories, games and crafts. (541-449-1254).
PARENT FORUM, 5:30-8 p.m., Hilltop High School, 290 W. Punkin Center Road, Hermiston. Discussion topics include “Positive Behavior Supports for Home,” the Wraparound Program and disability awareness, with a question and answer period to follow. Dinner and childcare are included. Register at www.umesd.k12.or.us or call Ruth Clark at 541-966-3127.
PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave. (541-966-0380).
PENDLETON EAGLES BINGO, 6:30-9 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge No. 28, 428 S. Main St., Pendleton. Regular packet $10, special packet $5. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-278-2828)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16
STORY TIME WITH KIMBRA, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library children’s area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).
SIMPLE SCIENCE, 3:45-5 p.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Registration is required. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
CRIBBAGE NIGHT, 6-8:30 p.m., Great Pacific Wine & Coffee Co. 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. Open to all ages and skill levels.Bring boards and cards.
ELKS BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., 14 S.E. Third St., Pendleton. Regular packet $8, special packet $3. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-276-4352).
KARAOKE, 7-11 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton.
THURSDAY, MARCH 17
FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.p., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Light refreshments served. Free admission. (541-567-3141).
WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Michael Jenkins and Darrin Meyer. No cover.
FRIDAY, MARCH 18
SNUGLY STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Non-members pay $3 admission. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
THE POP-OFFS, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Classic rock/pop. No cover.
SATURDAY, MARCH 19
ART SMART, all day, Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Fun and creative crafts for all ages. Non-members pay $3 admission. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
WHITE EAGLE GRANGE ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m., Grange hall between Pendleton and Pilot Rock on Highway 395. Suggested donation is $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 6-12, under 6 eat free. (Gail 541-276-3778)
PLAIN TALK WITH BECKY MARKS, 2-4 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery &?Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. Join the councilwoman for Ward I to share thoughts and concerns and have neighborly conversation as well as ask questions and find out what’s going on in Pendleton.
THE POP-OFFS, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Classic rock/pop. No cover.
SUNDAY, MARCH 20
MONDAY, MARCH 21
UMATILLA CHEMICAL DEPOT MEMORIAL CEREMONY, 10 a.m., Umatilla Chemical Depot, 78798 Ordnance Road, Hermiston. The ceremony honors the six workers who died in a munitions explosion in 1944. Bus transportation will be provided from Building 54 to the accident site following the ceremony; guests should bring warm clothing. Open to the public. (Laura 541-564-5360).
COFFEE AND BOOKS, 10:15-11:15 a.m., Pendleton?Public Library meeting room, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St., Athena. Stories, crafts, movement activities, music and snacks. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).
@ THE CRAFT TABLE, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. New crafts each week. (541-966-0380).
TUESDAY, MARCH 22
TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, beginning at 9:15 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon. 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free admission for all children all day as part of the museum’s Open Doors program. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. Stories, games and crafts. (541-449-1254).
PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave. (541-966-0380).
PENDLETON EAGLES BINGO, 6:30-9 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge No. 28, 428 S. Main St., Pendleton. Regular packet $10, special packet $5. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-278-2828)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23
STORY TIME WITH KIMBRA, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library children’s area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).
SIMPLE SCIENCE, 3:45-5 p.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Registration is required. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
CRIBBAGE NIGHT, 6-8:30 p.m., Great Pacific Wine & Coffee Co. 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. Open to all ages and skill levels.Bring boards and cards.
ELKS BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., 14 S.E. Third St., Pendleton. Regular packet $8, special packet $3. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-276-4352).
KARAOKE, 7-11 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton.
THURSDAY, MARCH 24
KIDS’ COOKING CLASS, 3:45-5 p.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Registration is required. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.p., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Light refreshments served. Free admission. (541-567-3141).
WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Art King and Mark Kikel. No cover.
FRIDAY, MARCH 25
SNUGLY STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Non-members pay $3 admission. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
GROOVE CITY, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. R&B. No cover.
SATURDAY, MARCH 26
ART SMART, all day, Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Fun and creative crafts for all ages. Non-members pay $3 admission. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
WILDHORSE FIREWORKS SHOW, 8 p.m., Wildhorse Resort &?Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Celebrate the 16th anniversary of the resort with fireworks choreographed to music (listen on your car radio on KCUW 104.3 FM).
GROOVE CITY, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. R&B. No cover.
SUNDAY, MARCH 27
FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 2 p.m., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Light refreshments served. Free admission. (541-567-3141).
MONDAY, MARCH 28
COFFEE AND BOOKS, 10:15-11:15 a.m., Pendleton?Public Library meeting room, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St., Athena. Stories, crafts, movement activities, music and snacks. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).
@ THE CRAFT TABLE, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. New crafts each week. (541-966-0380).
TUESDAY, MARCH 29
TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, beginning at 9:15 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon. 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free admission for all children all day as part of the museum’s Open Doors program. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. Stories, games and crafts. (541-449-1254).
PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave. (541-966-0380).
PENDLETON EAGLES BINGO, 6:30-9 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge No. 28, 428 S. Main St., Pendleton. Regular packet $10, special packet $5. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-278-2828)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30
STORY TIME WITH KIMBRA, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library children’s area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).
SIMPLE SCIENCE, 3:45-5 p.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Registration is required. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
CRIBBAGE NIGHT, 6-8:30 p.m., Great Pacific Wine & Coffee Co. 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. Open to all ages and skill levels.Bring boards and cards.
ELKS BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., 14 S.E. Third St., Pendleton. Regular packet $8, special packet $3. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-276-4352).
KARAOKE, 7-11 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton.
THURSDAY, MARCH 31
FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.p., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Light refreshments served. Free admission. (541-567-3141).
WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedian: Mike “Wally” Walter. No cover.
FRIDAY, APRIL 1
FIRST FRIDAY, all day, Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Free admission all day. Blue Mountain Wildlife will present a raptor display in the lobby from 1-5 p.m.
SNUGLY STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Non-members pay $3 admission. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
LIVE MUSIC, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. TBA. No cover.
SATURDAY, APRIL 2
ART SMART, all day, Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Fun and creative crafts for all ages. Non-members pay $3 admission. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
KICK’N CANCER CELEBRATION OF LIFE WESTERN GALA, 6-11 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate, Pendleton. Tickets are $40 at the door or $35 in advance at Pendleton Woolen Mills, Hamley locations, CK South Salon, D&B Supply, Marla June’s, PGG, Club 24, Pendleton Southgate Realty, the chamber of commerce and from gala volunteers. (Herb 541-276-6312).
LIVE MUSIC, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. TBA. No cover.
SUNDAY, APRIL 3
MONDAY, APRIL 4
COFFEE AND BOOKS, 10:15-11:15 a.m., Pendleton?Public Library meeting room, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St., Athena. Stories, crafts, movement activities, music and snacks. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).
@ THE CRAFT TABLE, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. New crafts each week. (541-966-0380).
LETTER BUCK COMMUNITY SPELLING BEE, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. Watch local teams vie for spelling champ honors. Tickets are $10 and include hors d’oeuvres and a non-alcoholic beverage. Tickets available from spelling teams, the Chamber of Commerce or Armchair Books, 39 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. (541-276-8335 or 541-278-1867).
TUESDAY, APRIL 5
TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, beginning at 9:15 a.m., Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon. 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free admission for all children all day as part of the museum’s Open Doors program. (Jill Gregg 541-276-1066).
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. Stories, games and crafts. (541-449-1254).
PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave. (541-966-0380).
PENDLETON EAGLES BINGO, 6:30-9 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge No. 28, 428 S. Main St., Pendleton. Regular packet $10, special packet $5. Proceeds donated to local charities. (541-278-2828)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20
CAREER AND TRAINING EXPO, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395, Hermiston. Attendees can attend various training classes and meet with potential employers. (541-567-6151).
SATURDAY, APRIL 16
EASTERN OREGON MS WALK, 9 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. walk begins, Roy Raley Park, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton. Participants will follow a 5K course that is accessible to wheelchairs. No registration fee, but participants are asked to raise a minimum amount to earn prizes. Brochures are located in local businesses, or call Merilee (541-571-5853) or Darren (541-276-9288).