FULL coming events calendar — Sept. 18, 2014
Published 10:13 am Thursday, September 18, 2014
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.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 19
HEPPNER FARMERS MARKET, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heppner City Park. Food, craft and garden vendors.
STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).
TODDLER STORY TIME, 10:15-10:45 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).
PENDLETON FARMERS MARKET, 4 p.m. to dusk, 300 block South Main Street, Pendleton. Tomatoes are highlighted. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods and plants, locally crafted jewelry and items for the home. Live music by Jay Camp, Market Kitchen and WIC will give away butternut squash pancake samples and Market Kids will have a fun activity courtesy of Pendleton Center for the Arts. WIC and EBT welcome. (pendletonfarmersmarket.net).
NIGHT AT THE CHILDRENS MUSEUM, 5-8:30 p.m., Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Parents get a night out and kids get dinner, games, crafts and a movie. Costs $20 members/$25 non-members, $10 for each additional child. Preregistration required. (541-276-1066).
VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 20
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST, 6-10 a.m., White Eagle Grange, between Pendleton and Pilot Rock on Highway 395 South. Suggested donation $7 for ages 8 and up, $4 for ages 5-7 and free for 4 and under. Donate 2 non-perishable food items for $1 discount. (Gail 541-276-3778).
COLUMBIA RIVER POWER MARATHON, 7 a.m. registration and packet pickup at Quality Inn, 705 Willamette Ave., Umatilla, races begin at 8 a.m., Big River Golf Course, 709 Willamette, Umatilla. Cost to enter is (with/without T-shirt) $80/$60 50K and Marathon, $65/$45 half marathon, $45/$25 8K and marathon relay before Sept. 18, $10 more after; no T-shirt guarantee with same-day registration (first come, first served from what is available). Racers MUST be an American citizen. Register online by Sept. 18 at www.columbiarivermarathon.com.
POW GROUP BICYCLE RIDE, 7 a.m., meet at the Pendleton Chamber of Commerce, 501 S. Main St. Get more information about specific routes at http://pendletononwheels.org. Beginner rides on select weekends. Helmets required.
BOTTLE/CAN DRIVE, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Roy Raley Park, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton. Bring returnable bottles and cans and support Rhythmic Mode Dance Team. For home pickup call Patti at 541-210-9530 to schedule.
HERMISTON FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to noon., McKenzie Park, 300 S. First St. Food, crafts, live music, art.
OUT OF THE DARKNESS COMMUNITY WALK, 8 a.m. registration begins, Community Park, 1000 S.W. 37th St., Pendleton. Register as an individual, part of a team or as a virtual walker and help raise money and awareness in support of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. No registration fee, but walkers are asked to raise funds. Walk donations are accepted until Dec. 31, 2014. (Tim Snider 541-566-2296).
HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE, 8:30 a.m. registration begins, session from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Pendleton Baptist Church, 3202 S.W. Nye Ave., Pendleton. Topic include homeschool curriculum options, laws, socialization myths and more. For current homeschoolers and those who are thinking of homeschooling. Free child care is available for pre-registered families only. (Jackie Whitesell 541-963-2514).
PARKING LOT SALE, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 445 E. Main St., Hermiston. Table rental is $10. Proceeds benefit the Hermiston Emblem Club No. 215. (Angie 541-314-2607).
FREE FOR ALL, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Family art experience for children up to age 12. Children under 8 should be accompanied by an adult. (541-278-9201).
FAMILY HISTORY WORKSHOPS, 10 a.m., Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 850 S.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Workshops on researching family history presented at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Free. (Jeanette Byers 541-667-7046).
HIP & HANDMADE, 11 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Free drop-in art project class for adults. (541-278-9201).
PHOTO CONSERVATION WORKSHOP, 1 p.m., Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Pepsi Primetime at the Museum features historian and archivist Richard H. Engeman, who will help participants learn how to preserve the integrity of cherished photos; bring photos for individual review and recommendations. Free and open to the public; refreshments will be served. (541-429-7700 or www.tamastslikt.org)
CARL LOTURCO RETIREMENT SERVICE, 1:30 p.m., Vert Auditorium, 480 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Come congratulate Rev. LoTurco on retirement after 50 years of ministry. Pastor Tony Newhouse will be guest speaker. Everyone welcome.
STRAIGHT TALK WITH BECKY MARKS, 2-4 p.m., Prodigal Son Pub & Brewery, 230 E. Court Ave., Pendleton. Share thoughts with Ward 1 councilwoman. (541-276-9147).
ROLLIN ON THE RIVER FESTIVAL, 2-9 p.m., Boardman Marina Park, 1 Marine Drive, Boardman. Admission is $10 per person, 21 and over only. Car show from 2-5 p.m., live music with The Brady Goss Band, Rusty Roe and the Outsiders, and The Shades. Food, beer, wine and commemorative T-shirts, beer and wine glasses will be available for purchase. Tickets available at the Boardman Chamber of Commerce or from any Boardman Kiwanis member. Proceeds benefit children in the Boardman community. (541-481-3014).
SUNDAY, SEPT. 21
CROWS SHADOW WELCOME RECEPTION, 1-4 p.m., Crows Shadow Institute of the Arts, 48004 St. Andrews Road, Pendleton. Join the institute in welcoming Karl Davis, new executive director. Refreshments will be served. Free. (541-276-3954, 541-310-0950 or www.crowsshadow.org).
KBLU-FM CITIZENS ADVISORY GROUP, 3 p.m., Prodigal Son Pub & Brewery, 230 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. Share ideas on format of Pendleton areas newest radio station. (Vicki 541-566-2744).
MONDAY, SEPT. 22
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).
ART STUDIO, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Free class for ages 7-12 to develop skills and encourage art exploration. (541-278-9201).
GIRL SCOUTS OPEN HOUSE, 6-7:30 p.m., Desert View Elementary School, 1225 S.W. Ninth St., Hermiston. Evening includes games, a craft, displays and members sharing their experiences being a Girl Scout. Girls grades K-12 invited to attend, as well as adults interested in being a positive role model for girls. All girls 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Free. (Michelle Kane kaneclan@eotnet.net or 541-564-5985).
TUESDAY, SEPT. 23
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CLASS, 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 2-4 p.m., Umpqua Bank conference room, 1701 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton. Free, but space is limited; preregisration requested. (Karen Hanson 541-278-5688).
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254).
LITERARY HOUR, 11 a.m., Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. A book and activity designed to promote literacy, self-expression and early reading. (541-276-1066).
BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).
SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave. Costs $3.50 for seniors 50 and over, $4 for adults under 50, $4 for Meals on Wheels home delivery. Extra 50 cents if center provides table service. Transportation can be arranged by donation. (541-567-3582).
THE MARIO PARTY, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. For ages 3 and up. Mario Bros.-themed games and activities. Free, but preregistration required. (541-966-0380).
MUSIC AWARENESS NIGHT, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Salvation Army, 150 S.E. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. Pendleton Center for the Arts will provide an instructor and instruments. Everyone welcome. Free, but donations accepted. (Susan Lamb 541-276-3369).
HOMEBUYERS WORKSHOP, 6-7 p.m., Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, 130 N.E. Second St., Hermiston. Free information for prospective homebuyers. (Bethany Winters 541-564-1979).
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. Benefits local charities. (541-278-2828).
STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 6:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. For elementary school-age children. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247)
TERRIFIC TUESDAY, 7-8:30 p.m., Heritage Station Museum, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. The Reeder and Lieuallen families will speak about their recently designated Century Farms. (Rebecca 541-276-0012).
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24
BABY BOOGIE &?TAPPIN TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567- 2882).
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).
STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).
ADULT BEGINNER COMPUTER CLASS, 3 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free, but registration required. (541-966-0380).
KIDS VISION SCREENING, 3-7 p.m., Lifetime Vision Source, 1160 W. Elm Ave., Hermiston. Screenings for grades K-5 is free, but pre-registration requested as limited spots are available. (541-567-6623).
MILTON-FREEWATER FARMERS MARKET, 4-7 p.m., Orchard Park, South Main Street (bottom of Milton Hill), Milton-Freewater. Food and craft vendors. (541-938-5563).
I CAN HELP MY CHILD STAY HEALTHY CLASS, 5-7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 191 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. Learn how to help keep children safe and healthy. Free, and includes a reference handbook and childcare is provided. Registration requested. (Joan 541-564-0885 or umchs.org).
CRIBBAGE NIGHT, 6:30 p.m., Great Pacific Wine &?Coffee Co., 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. New and experienced players welcome. Bring boards and cards. (509-240-7460).
PENDLETON BOND UPDATE COMMUNITY MEETING, 7 p.m., Pendleton High School commons, 1800 N.W. Carden Ave. The Pendleton School District will share updates about the current status of bond projects. Free and open to the public. (Jon Peterson 541-276-6711).
VEGAN/SUSTAINABLE LIVING POTLUCK SUPPER, 7 p.m., call 541-969-3057 to RSVP and for driving directions. Bring a vegan dish and recipe. New vegans welcome. Gluten-free friendly group.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 25
PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247).
BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).
SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave. Costs $3.50 for seniors 50 and over, $4 for adults under 50, $4 for Meals on Wheels home delivery. Extra 50 cents if center provides table service. Transportation can be arranged by donation. (541-567-3582).
THE ARC OF UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6 p.m. doors open, bingo starts at 7 p.m. 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-7615).
FIDDLERS NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join jam session or just listen. Refreshments served. (541-567-3141).
OPEN MIC NIGHT, 7-8:45 p.m., Great Pacific Wine &?Coffee Co., 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. Enjoy local talent or try your hand at the stage. Call 541-276-8100 to get on performers list.
THE PRESIDENTS OWN UNITED STATES MARINE BAND, 7:30 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate, Pendleton. Enjoy a diverse mix of music from traditional band repertoire and marches to instrumental solos. Free, but tickets are required (limit 4 per request), and can be picked up at the East Oregonian office at 211 S.E. Byers Ave., Pendleton, and 333 E. Main St., Hermiston. Seating is first-come, first-served. Ticket holders must be seated by 7:15 p.m.; no bags larger than a purse are allowed. (800-522-0255 or info@eastoregonian.com).
FRIDAY, SEPT. 26
HEPPNER FARMERS MARKET, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heppner City Park. Food, craft and garden vendors.
STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).
TODDLER STORY TIME, 10:15-10:45 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).
PENDLETON FARMERS MARKET, 4 p.m. to dusk, 300 block South Main Street, Pendleton. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods and plants, locally crafted jewelry and items for the home. Music by ??. Market Kitchen and Market Kids. WIC and EBT welcome. (pendletonfarmersmarket.net).
VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 27
POW GROUP BICYCLE RIDE, 7 a.m., meet at the Pendleton Chamber of Commerce, 501 S. Main St. Get more information about specific routes at http://pendletononwheels.org. Beginner rides on select weekends. Helmets required.
FUNDRAISER BREAKFAST, 7:30-10:30 a.m., Stokes Landing Senior Center, 195 N.W. Opal Place, Irrigon. Cost is $4.50 per person. Proceeds benefit the Irrigon Multicultural Arts Center.
HERMISTON FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to noon., McKenzie Park, 300 S. First St. Food, crafts, live music, art.
FREE FOR ALL, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Family art experience for children up to age 12. Children under 8 should be accompanied by an adult. (541-278-9201).
FIRE LEVY OPEN HOUSE, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Umatilla Rural Fire Protection District, 300 Sixth St., Umatilla. See older equipment scheduled for replacement and learn about the capital improvement levy on Nov. 4 ballot. Hot dogs, chips, soda and ice cream served. (Michael Roxbury 541-314-8855 or Michael.Roxbury@umatillafire.org).
HIP & HANDMADE, 11 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Free drop-in art project class for adults. (541-278-9201).
PUNT, PASS AND KICK COMPETITION, 11 a.m., Riverside High School, 210 Boardman Ave., Boardman. Boys and girls ages 6-15 are eligible to compete. Free, but pre-registration encouraged at www.nflppk.com. (541-720-8898).
SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILY TIME, 3-6 p.m., Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. For children who may need a quieter, less crowded environment. Free for members/$1 for non-members. Registration required. (541-276-1066).
PENDLETON FARMERS MARKET FALL FESTIVAL, 4-7 p.m., Heritage Station Museum, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. Social time at 4 p.m. followed by light dinner at 5:30 p.m. Live music, dancing, silent auction and entertainment. Tickets are $25 or $40 a couple, available at market booth on Fridays, from any PFM board member or by calling 541-969-9466. Benefits the Pendleton Farmers Market.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 28
FIDDLERS NIGHT, 2 p.m., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Refreshments served. (541-567-3141).
MONDAY, SEPT. 29
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).
MORROW COUNTY COURTHOUSE REDEDICATION, 11 a.m., Morrow County Courthouse, 100 S. Court St., Heppner. Ceremony followed by free hamburgers and hot dogs on courthouse lawn (RSVP for lunch requested) and groundbreaking for the new administrative building at 1 p.m. (Karen Wolff 541-676-5620 or kwolff@co.morrow.or.us)
ART STUDIO, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Free class for ages 7-12 to develop skills and encourage art exploration. (541-278-9201).
GIRL SCOUTS OPEN HOUSE, 6-7:30 p.m., Sunset Hills Elementary School, 300 E. Catherine Ave., Hermiston. Games, a craft, displays and members sharing experiences as Girl Scouts. Girls grades K-12 invited, and adults interested in being a positive role model for girls. Girls 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. (Michelle Kane kaneclan@eotnet.net or 541-564-5985).
TUESDAY, SEPT. 30
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254).
BMCC BOND COMMUNITY MEETING, 12 noon, Eastern Oregon Higher Education Center, 980 S.E. Columbia Drive, Hermiston. Information regarding a possible future bond proposal and solicitation of feedback from the community. Lunch will be provided. RSVP is required. (541-938-7176).
BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).
SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave. Costs $3.50 for seniors 50 and over, $4 for adults under 50, $4 for Meals on Wheels home delivery. Extra 50 cents if center provides table service. Transportation can be arranged by donation. (541-567-3582).
HOMEBUYERS WORKSHOP, 6-7 p.m., Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, 130 N.E. Second St., Hermiston. Free information for prospective homebuyers. (Bethany Winters 541-564-1979).
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. Benefits local charities. (541-278-2828).
STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 6:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. For elementary school-age children. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247)
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 1
BABY BOOGIE &?TAPPIN TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567- 2882).
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).
STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).
TOT TIME, 1-2 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).
ADULT BEGINNER COMPUTER CLASS, 3 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free, but class size is limited to 8 and registration is required. (541-966-0380).
MILTON-FREEWATER FARMERS MARKET, 4-7 p.m., Orchard Park, South Main Street (bottom of Milton Hill), Milton-Freewater. Food and craft vendors. (541-938-5563).
CRIBBAGE NIGHT, 6:30 p.m., Great Pacific Wine &?Coffee Co., 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. New and experienced players welcome. Bring boards and cards. (509-240-7460).
VEGAN/SUSTAINABLE LIVING POTLUCK SUPPER, 7 p.m., call 541-969-3057 to RSVP and for driving directions. Bring a vegan dish and recipe. New vegans welcome. Gluten-free friendly group.
THURSDAY, OCT. 2
PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247).
BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).
SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave. Costs $3.50 for seniors 50 and over, $4 for adults under 50, $4 for Meals on Wheels home delivery. Extra 50 cents if center provides table service. Transportation can be arranged by donation. (541-567-3582).
THE ARC OF UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6 p.m. doors open, bingo starts at 7 p.m. 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-7615).
FIDDLERS NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join jam session or just listen. Refreshments served. (541-567-3141).
FRIDAY, OCT. 3
FIRST FRIDAY, all day, Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd. (off Highway 331 near Wildhorse Resort &?Casino), Pendleton. Free admission all day. (541-966-9748).
HEPPNER FARMERS MARKET, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heppner City Park. Food, craft and garden vendors.
STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).
TODDLER STORY TIME, 10:15-10:45 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).
STORY & CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 Bonanza St.
AFTER SCHOOL STORY TIME, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Older siblings welcome. (541-966-0380).
PENDLETON FARMERS MARKET, 4 p.m. to dusk, 300 block South Main Street, Pendleton. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods and plants, locally crafted jewelry and items for the home. Music by ??. Market Kitchen and Market Kids. WIC and EBT welcome. (pendletonfarmersmarket.net).
TEEN OPEN GYM, 4-6 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for teens only. (541-276-8100).
ADULT OPEN GYM, 6-8 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 18 and up. (541-276-8100).
VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St.
COMMUNITY CAMPFIRE AND HAY RIDE, 7-9 p.m., Riverfront Park, Southwest 23rd St., Hermiston. Socialize around bonfires with friends and family. Marshmallows for roasting and hot chocolate provided. Hay rides along Oxbow Trail.
OLDIES NIGHT @ THE LIBRARY, 7:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. BJ the DJ will play the music of ??. Suitable for all ages. (Bob Jones 541-938-8246).
SATURDAY, OCT. 4
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST, 6-10 a.m., White Eagle Grange, between Pendleton and Pilot Rock on Highway 395 South. Suggested donation $7 for ages 8 and up, $4 for ages 5-7 and free for 4 and under. Donate 2 non-perishable food items for $1 discount. (Gail 541-276-3778).
PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m., Stanfield Community Center, 225 W. Roosevelt, Stanfield. $5 for full breakfast/$3 for lighter meal. Benefits general maintenance fund. Volunteers welcome. (541-449-1332).
HERMISTON FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., McKenzie Park, 300 S. First St., Hermiston. Food, crafts, live music, art. Through Oct. 26, weather permitting.
MORROW COUNTY HARVEST FESTIVAL, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road, Boardman. Food, produce and craft vendors; kids corner with obstacle course and pumpkin painting; photo booth; free horse and buggy rides from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; wine, beer and cider tasting from noon to 5 p.m. for those 21 and older. (541-481-7243 or visitsage.com)
FREE FOR ALL, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Family art experience for children up to age 12. Children under 8 should be accompanied by an adult. (541-278-9201).
WALK YOUR PAWS OFF FUNDRAISER, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Community Park, 1000 S.W. 37th St., Pendleton. Participants and well-behaved dogs to run or walk 1 mile or 5K to raise money for the Pendleton Animal Welfare Shelter. All dogs receive a goodie bag. Top Dog awards in both races. Registration is $10 individual/$25 for a family for the 1-mile event, $20 for the 5K. T-shirts available for $10. Registration forms at PAWS, 517 S.E. Third St., Pendleton. (541-276-0181 or pawspendleton@gmail.com).
HIP & HANDMADE, 11 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Free drop-in art project class for adults. (541-278-9201).
SATURDAY SPIN-IN, 12 noon to 4 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Fiber enthusiasts are encouraged to bring spinning wheels, portable looms and other tools of the craft to share fellowship and expertise. Coffee and tea provided. (541-278-9201).
ALTRUSA DINNER AUCTION, 4:30 p.m. doors open, Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395, Hermiston. Dinner from 5-6:30 p.m. Silent auction from 4:30-8:30 p.m., live auction begins at 6:30 p.m. Vacation raffle tickets also will be sold. Tickets are $30 per person, available from the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce or Hermiston Altrusa members.
SUNDAY, OCT. 5
SPECIAL NEEDS OPEN GYM, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free for special needs children and families. (541-276-8100).
ADULT OPEN GYM, 6-8 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 18 and up. (541-276-8100).
MONDAY, OCT. 6
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).
ART STUDIO, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Free class for ages 7-12 to develop skills and encourage art exploration. (541-278-9201).
TUESDAY, OCT. 7
TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, all day, Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free admission all day. (541-276-1066).
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254).
BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).
JUNGLE STORY TIME, 12 noon to 2 p.m., Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free with paid admission. (541-276-1066).
SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave. Costs $3.50 for seniors 50 and over, $4 for adults under 50, $4 for Meals on Wheels home delivery. Extra 50 cents if center provides table service. Transportation can be arranged by donation. (541-567-3582).
HELP WITH MEDICARE, 3-5 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. Hermiston Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance Office volunteers answer Medicare questions for Medicare recipients or their providers. Call 541-667-3507 to schedule individual consultations.
HOMEBUYERS WORKSHOP, 6-7 p.m., Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, 130 N.E. Second St., Hermiston. Free information for prospective homebuyers. (Bethany Winters 541-564-1979).
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. Benefits local charities. (541-278-2828).
STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 6:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. For elementary school-age children. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247).
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8
THURSDAY, OCT. 9
PFOL ANNUAL BOOK SALE MEMBERS PREVIEW NIGHT, 7-9 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. Pre-sale for Pendleton Friends of the Library members only. Memberships available at the door. (541-966-0380 or Deirdre 541-377-3334).
FRIDAY, OCT. 10
PATCHWORK: AN AMERICAN TRADITION QUILT SHOW, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Quilt exhibits, vendor booths, door prizes, raffles and a country store. Featured quilter: Cheryl Tallman of Boardman. (Marge 541-481-3633 or Kathy 541-314-2150).
PFOL ANNUAL BOOK SALE, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. Lots of books, magazines, CDs, books on tape, VHS, DVDs. Memberships available at the door. (541-966-0380 or Deirdre 541-377-3334).
SATURDAY, OCT. 11
PATCHWORK: AN AMERICAN TRADITION QUILT SHOW, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Quilt exhibits, vendor booths, door prizes, raffles and a country store. Featured quilter: Chery Tallman of Boardman. (Marge 541-481-3633 or Kathy 541-314-2150).
PFOL ANNUAL BOOK SALE, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. Lots of books, magazines, CDs, books on tape, VHS, DVDs. Buck-A-Bag sale starts at 4 p.m. Memberships available at the door. (541-966-0380 or Deirdre 541-377-3334).
MAGNIFICENT SOLUTION, 7:30 p.m., Vert Auditorium, 480 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. The Oregon East Symphony kicks off its program year with works including Max Bruchs Scottish Fantasy and Shostakovichs Symphony No. 5. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for students 12 and older and seniors, and $45 for a family, available at the OES office, 345 S.W. Fourth St., Armchair Books, 39 S.W. Dorion Ave., at www.oregoneastsymphony.org, or at the door. (541-276-0320).
SUNDAY, OCT. 12
MONDAY, OCT. 13
TUESDAY, OCT. 14
BABY BASH, 5 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. For children ages 0-3 and their parents/caregivers. Free. (541-966-0380).
PARENTING WITH DIGNITY DINNER AND PRESENTATION, 6 p.m., Pendleton High School commons, 1800 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Following dinner, Mac and Barbara Bledsoe will talk about raising children capable of making responsible decisions in the PHS auditorium. Free childcare will be provided. Tickets are $20 per family, available at any Pendleton school or at Daves Chevron, 220 S.W. 12th St., Pendleton. (David Williams 541-966-3414 or david.williams@pendleton.k12.or.us)
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 15
CINDERELLA, 6:30 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. performance, Hermiston High School auditorium, 600 S. First St., Hermiston. Classic ballet performed by the Eugene Ballet Company. Tickets are $35 for adults and $17.50 for children 17 and under if purchased ahead, $40 for adults and $22.50 for 18 and under at the door. Available online at www.desertartscouncil.com, Hermiston Chamber of Commerce or Hermiston City Hall. (Mary Corp 541-720-3859).
THURSDAY, OCT. 16
FRIDAY, OCT. 17
CHAIR-ITY DINNER AND AUCTION, 6 p.m. social hour, 7 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. auction begins, Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate, Pendleton. Enjoy a buffet dinner and bid on chair packages. Tickets are $25 per person, available at the center, 307 S.W. Sixth St. All proceeds benefit Clearview Disability Resource Center. (541-276-1130).
SATURDAY, OCT. 18
MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY, 7:30 a.m. daycare check-in, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 609 N.W. 12th St., Pendleton; 8 a.m. worker check-in, Pendleton High School, 1800 N.W. Carden Ave. Volunteers are needed to help with various projects to improve the Pendleton community. Lunch will be served for all volunteers at noon. Free daycare for children that are toilet-trained.
SUNDAY, OCT. 19
MONDAY, OCT. 20
TUESDAY, OCT. 21
LEGO CLUB, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Lego fun for all ages. Free. (541-966-0380).
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22
PORTLAND TRAILBLAZERS RIP CITY RELAY, 4-6 p.m., Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 46510 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Team representatives will engage with the community in a variety of festivities. Free and suitable for all ages. (541-966-1628 or www.wildhorseresort.com)
THURSDAY, OCT. 23
MISSION MARKET CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Mission Market, 46493 Mission Road. Enjoy pulled pork sandwiches, chips, baked beans and a soda for $2. Everyone welcome.
BARELY BOO, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. A Halloween-themed musical comedy show by Rick Huddle. All ages welcome. Free and no registration required. (541-966-0380).
FRIDAY, OCT. 24
FALL FESTIVAL, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Guardian Angel Homes, 540 N.W. 12th St., Hermiston. Costume contest with cash prizes, face painting, Freaky Feeling room, maze, photo booth, pumpkin painting, Go Fish booth and complimentary dinner. Free and open to the public. (541-564-9070).
SATURDAY, OCT. 25
HALLOWEEN STORY TIME, 2 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Halloween-themed stories and crafts for all ages. Each family attending will receive a bag of childrens books to take home. Free and no registration required. (541-966-0380).
SUNDAY, OCT. 26
MONDAY, OCT. 27
TUESDAY, OCT. 28
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THURSDAY, OCT. 30
FRIDAY, OCT. 31
HALLOWEEN PARTY, 4 p.m. to midnight, Wildhorse Resort & Casino childrens entertainment center, 46510 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. For ages 3-15 years (and potty-trained). Trick-or-treating and lots of games. Costumes welcome, but no masks allowed. (541-966-1580).
NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD HALLOWEEN PARTY, 8 p.m., Wildhorse Sports Bar, 46510 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Drink specials, prizes and more. 21 and over only, no cover.
SATURDAY, NOV. 1
NOSFERATU, 7 p.m., Vert Auditorium, 480 S. W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. The classic silent film will be shown with a soundtrack penned by Oregon East Symphony music director Beau Benson, with guest conductor Bruce Walker. (541-276-0320 or www.oregoneastsymphony.org).
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