FULL coming events calendar–Sept. 30, 2014

Published 10:30 am Tuesday, September 30, 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.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 30

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).

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).

BMCC BOND COMMUNITY MEETING, 5:30-6:30 p.m., 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. RSVP is required. (541-567-1800).

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)

CHRISTMAS BELLES AUDITIONS, 7 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Bob Clapp Theatre, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Cast needed: seven adult women and four adult men. Open to all community members, including students. Cold readings; no preparation required. (541-278-5928 or cct@bluecc.edu).

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 registration required. (541-966-0380).

FUN FASHIONS BOUTIQUE RIBBON CUTTING AND OPEN HOUSE, 4-8 p.m., 165 W. Coe Ave., Stanfield. Come view the newest new and gently used clothing store. Ribbon cutting at 5:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. (541-922-4825).

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).

CHRISTMAS BELLES AUDITIONS, 7 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Bob Clapp Theatre, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Cast needed includes seven adult women and four adult men. Open to all community members, including students. Cold readings; no preparation is required. (541-278-5928 or cct@bluecc.edu).

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).

COMMUNITY CONVERSATION: SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IN OREGON, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center West Room 1, 1601 Westgate. Aging and People With Disabilities will share ideas about the future of Oregons services for seniors and people with disabilities. Presentation followed by group discussion. Refreshments provided. (503-945-6986).

SKILLS FOR LIFE, 3-5 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. The first hour will include lots of gym activities, with the second hour focusing on life skills for middle and high school students. Free, but registration requested. (Danny Bane 541-379-4250).

ARTISTS RECEPTION, 5:30-7 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Oregon artists receiving the Hallie Ford Fellow in the Visual Arts award are featured in a new exhibit, Tell Ourselves Stories in Order to Live. Refreshments will be served. (541-278-9201).

COMMUNITY CONVERSATION: SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IN OREGON, 5:30-7 p.m., New Hope Community Church, 1350 S. Highway 395, Hermiston. Aging and People With Disabilities will share ideas about the future of Oregons services for seniors and people with disabilities. Presentation followed by group discussion. Refreshments provided. (503-945-6986).

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).

DR. IBRAHIM MAKRAM, 7 p.m., Little Vert Theater, 345 S.W. Fourth St., Pendleton. Makram, a 30-year veteran of human rights, will discuss the state of human rights in Egypt. (541-966-0380).

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).

EASTERN OREGON WORD ROUNDUP, 12 noon to 5 p.m., Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Workshops, programs, readings, vendors, authors tables and more for writers. Most events are free, though some workshops are $25. (http://www.easternoregonwordroundup.org)

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).

OKTOBERFEST BLOCK PARTY, 4-7 p.m., 400 block South Main Street, Pendleton. Kid-friendly games and activities, pumpkin pie contest, live music with Colton Hainey of BitterRoot, Margaret Mayer and Lively Music Company and Maverick Beach, food and a 21-and-over beer garden. Tickets for childrens games are $1 each. Benefits the Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon. (Heidi Anderson 541-276-1066).

PENDLETON FARMERS MARKET, 4 p.m. to dusk, 300 block South Main Street, Pendleton. Browse fresh produce, meats, baked goods and plants, locally crafted jewelry and items for the home. Live music by ??. Market Kitchen and Market Kids. EBT, debit and credit cards 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.

THE WORTH OF RISK, 6:30 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Lidia Yuknavitch gives keynote address for opening day of the Eastern Oregon Word Roundup. (www.easternoregonwordroundup.org).

COMMUNITY CAMPFIRE AND HAY RIDE, 7-9 p.m., Riverfront Park, Southwest 23rd St., Hermiston. Marshmallows for roasting and hot chocolate provided. Hay rides along Oxbow Trail are $2. (541-667-5018).

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. This weeks specials: Hunters Casserole and elephant ears. Squash also available for purchase. Benefits general maintenance fund. Volunteers welcome. (541-449-1332).

FALL FLEA MARKET, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Columbia Grange, 32339 Diagonal Road, Hermiston. Breakfast and shopping. (Pat 541-567-5706 or Diane 541-567-5922).

HERMISTON FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., McKenzie Park, 300 S. First St., Hermiston. Food, crafts, live music, art.

YOU NAME THE PRICE PARKING LOT SALE, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Agape House, 500 W. Harper Road, Hermiston. Name your own price for clothing, paint, furniture and household items. Everything free from 11-11:30 a.m. (Dave 541-567-8774).

EASTERN OREGON WORD ROUNDUP, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Workshops, programs, readings, vendors, authors tables and more for writers. Most events are free, though some workshops are $25. (http://www.easternoregonwordroundup.org)

M-F GARDEN CLUB FALL PLANT SALE, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., corner of Northwest Sixth Avenue and Evans Street, Milton-Freewater. Bedding plants, grasses, bulbs, seeds and more. (541-938-3121).

POKER RUN FUNDRAISER, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., beginning at the Pendleton Eagles Lodge, 428 S. Main St., Pendleton. Prizes for 1st-3rd highest hands and worst hand plus raffles. Steak dinner and live music follows at the lodge. Cost is $10 for the poker run, $25 for poker run and dinner. Benefits Domestic Violence Services; donations of non-perishable food, personal and cleaning supplies also welcome. (Karl 541-310-9192 or Dennis 541-561-4533).

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).

NAME YOUR PRICE INDOOR YARD SALE, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Community Baptist Church basement, 205 N.E. 10th St., Irrigon. Make an offer on items. Benefits Irrigon Multicultural Arts Center building fund. (Peggy Price 541-567-3806).

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).

FALL FESTIVAL, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Main Street, Athena. Live music, car show, vendors, food and kids activities.

FREE ADMISSION SATURDAY, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Heritage Station Museum, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. (541-276-0012).

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 $10. Tickets are $30 per person, available from the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce or Hermiston Altrusa members.

SUNDAY, OCT. 5

EASTERN OREGON WORD ROUNDUP, 8-11 a.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Open mic and social time from 8-9 a.m., readings from the Side Porch Poets from 9-10 a.m., Life as Oregons Poet Laureate with Peter Sears from 10-11 a.m. (http://www.easternoregonwordroundup.org)

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, 7-9 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 16 and up. (541-276-8100).

MONDAY, OCT. 6

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276-8100).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).

TOT TIME, 10-11 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

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).

STARRY NIGHT BOOK SIGNING AND PRESENTATION, 6:30 p.m., Umatilla Public Library, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. Author and climber Isabel Suppe will share her story of surviving a 1,100-foot fall in the Bolivian Andes. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. (Kelly or Pam 541-922-5704).

RING PRAISE CONCERT, 7 p.m., Community Presbyterian Church, 222 S.W. Third St., Pilot Rock. Phyllis Tincher (hand bells) and Sean Rogers (piano) will perform. CDs available for purchase. (Todd Bensel 541-443-5972).

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).

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).

STARRY NIGHT BOOK SIGNING AND PRESENTATION, 6:30 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. Author and climber Isabel Suppe will share her story of surviving a 1,100-foot fall in the Bolivian Andes. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. (541-567-2882).

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).

RING PRAISE CONCERT, 7 p.m., Umatilla Community Presbyterian Church, 14 Martin Drive, Umatilla. Phyllis Tincher (hand bells) and Sean Rogers (piano) will perform. CDs available for purchase. (Todd Bensel 541-443-5972).

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8

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 registration required. (541-966-0380).

GEODC COMMUNITY MEETING, 3 p.m., Pendleton City Hall community room, 501 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. Greater Eastern Oregon Development Corporation is seeking input on draft goals and strategies for economic development in the region. Everyone is welcome to attend. Free. (Judy Moore 541-612-7142).

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. 9

PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave., Milton-Freewater. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247).

BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).

HFOL ANNUAL BOOK SALE MEMBERS PREVIEW NIGHT, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Hermiston Public Library Lanham Room, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. Pre-sale for Hermiston Friends of the Library members only. Memberships available at the door for $10. (Marie Baldo 541-567-2882).

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).

THE PHOTOGRAPHERS, 6 p.m., Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Find out what its like to travel, explore and get the shot on assignment with National Geographic photographers in this movie. Complimentary refreshments. (541-429-7700 or www.tamastslikt.org).

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).

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).

HFOL ANNUAL BOOK SALE, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Hermiston Public Library Lanham Room, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. Lots of books, magazines, CDs, books on tape, VHS, DVDs. (Marie Baldo 541-567-2882).

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. (541-966-0380 or Deirdre 541-377-3334).

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).

VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St.

MOLLYS REVENGE IN CONCERT, 6:30 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. concert begins, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Dynamic trio features Highland bagpipes, uilleann pipes, whistles and fiddle with driving, hard-edged arrangements of Celtic jigs and reels. Tickets are $10, available at the door or by calling 541-278-9201.

GAMERS NIGHT, 7-10:30 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Tournament gaming and other related activities for teens. (541-276-8100).

PROJECT SPOOKY, 7 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. Members of Ghost Hunters Northwest will talk about local haunted places and what constitutes supernatural activity. Free. (541-966-0380).

SATURDAY, OCT. 11

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m., Columbia Grange, 32339 Diagonal Road, Hermiston. Costs $5. (Tom 541-567-9742 or Doris 541-567-8663).

HERMISTON FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., McKenzie Park, 300 S. First St., Hermiston. Food, crafts, live music, art.

QUILTERS GARAGE SALE, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 969 S. Main St., Pendleton. Includes fabric, books, templates, unfinished projects and other craft items. Donations accepted through Oct. 8. Benefits Krazy Horse Quilters annual quilt show. (Marilyn Lohmann 541-377-0005).

HFOL ANNUAL BOOK SALE, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hermiston Public Library Lanham Room, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. Lots of books, magazines, CDs, books on tape, VHS, DVDs. Everything $1 per bag beginning at 2 p.m. (Marie Baldo 541-567-2882).

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. (541-966-0380 or Deirdre 541-377-3334).

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).

COUNTRY HOEDOWN, 1-4 p.m., Milton-Freewater Neighborhood Senior Center, 311 N. Main St., Milton-Freewater. Live music, dancing and singing, Halloween costume contest with prizes and more. Refreshments available for purchase. $2 admission. (541-938-3311).

PARENTS PROM, 6 p.m. to midnight, Milton-Freewater Community Building, 109 S.E. Fifth Ave. Semi-formal event includes hors doeuvres, no-host bar, live music by The Harwoods and live and silent auctions. Tickets are $30 per person or $50 per couple. Benefits Emmas Place memorial park project. (Sharame 541-969-7467).

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

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).

INLAND NORTHWEST ORCHESTRA, 4 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Selections include Gerald Finzis Ecologue for Piano and Strings and Juan Crisostomo Arriagas Symphony in D Major. Free admission, but donations accepted. Reception with refreshments follows concert. (541-289-4696 or inwm@machmedia.net).

ADULT OPEN GYM, 7-9 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 16 and up. (541-276-8100).

MONDAY, OCT. 13

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276-8100).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).

TOT TIME, 10-11 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

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. 14

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., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).

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).

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).

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)

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., Milton-Freewater. For elementary school-age children. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247)

RE:VOICED IN CONCERT, 7 p.m., McLoughlin High School auditorium, 120 S. Main St., Milton-Freewater. All-male a capella group will perform. Tickets are $7 for students and $11 for adults in advance (call 509-520-5467) or $8/$12 at the door. A portion of tickets sales supports the schools music program.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 15

BOLI PREVAILING WAGE RATE SEMINAR, 9 a.m. to noon, InterMountain ESD, 2001 S.W. Nye Ave., Pendleton. Learn about laws covering public works projects. Free, but pre-registration is requested to ensure enough materials are available. (rachelle.herbert@state.or.us or 971-673-0838).

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 registration required. (541-966-0380).

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).

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).

EAST UMATILLA COUNTY HEALTH DISTRICT TOWN HALL MEETING, 6:30 p.m., ambulance bay behind EUCHD district office, 431 E. Main St., Athena. Representatives of the district will present information on the upcoming Local Option Levy to be voted on Nov. 4. Paul Chalmers of the Umatilla County Tax Office will explain how the levy will affect voters in the district. Everyone welcome. (Donna Grimes 541-566-3813).

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. 16

PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave., Milton-Freewater. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247).

BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).

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).

FIRST DRAFT WRITERS SERIES, 7 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Gathering features a reading by Elizabeth Enslin, and participants can sign up for open mic time of 3-5 minutes. (541-278-9201).

FRIDAY, OCT. 17

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).

CRAB & SALMON FEED, 5-8 p.m., Mission Longhouse, Mission. Tickets are $30 per person or 2 for $50 if purchased in advance. Only 350 tickets will be sold. All proceeds help build the new Yellowhawk Tribal Health/Wellness Center. (Nancy 541-215-1945).

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).

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 307 S.W. Sixth St. Benefits Clearview Disability Resource Center. (541-276-1130).

VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St.

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.

HERMISTON EDUCATION FOUNDATION FUN RUN/WALK, 7:45 a.m. race day registration, 9 a.m. races start, Sandstone Middle School, 400 N.E. 10th St., Hermiston. Cost to participate is $5 for 1-mile course, $10 for 5K if preregistered (Easter Oregon Physical Therapy or online at www.active.com), $5 more if registering the day of the race. Run/walk to benefit the Hermiston school of your choice; top three schools receive cash prizes. Proceeds fund grants to staff members of the Hermiston School District. (541-567-5678).

HERMISTON FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., McKenzie Park, 300 S. First St., Hermiston. Food, crafts, live music, art.

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).

SYMPOSIUM: ICE AGE FLOODS AND MORE, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heritage Station Museum, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. Guest speakers include Bruce Bjornstad (Ice Age floods), Thomas Morning Owl (Native flood stories) and Armand Minthorn (Kennewick Man). Catered lunch will be served. Free, but seating is limited and reservations are required. (541-276-0012).

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).

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).

SUNDAY, OCT. 19

ALL YOU CAN EAT PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 8 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Masonic Lodge No. 52, 1350 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Costs $6 for adults and $4 for ages 6-12. Donations happily accepted. Proceeds benefit scholarship fund. (Marty 541-377-9879).

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).

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).

ADULT OPEN GYM, 7-9 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 16 and up. (541-276-8100).

MONDAY, OCT. 20

COFFEE AND CONVERSATION WITH CHUCK WOOD, 7-8:30 a.m., Bucking Bean, 405 N.W. Despain Ave., Pendleton. Share thoughts with Ward 2 councilman. (541-310-7306 or Chuck.wood@ci.pendleton.or.us).

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276-8100).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).

TOT TIME, 10-11 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

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).

SCIENCE CLUB, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. This months focus: astronomy. For ages 5-12. Free, but registration is required. (541-966-0380).

ATHENA KNITTERS GROUP, 7 p.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. Open to all knitters, crocheters and lovers of needle work. (541-566-2470).

TUESDAY, OCT. 21

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).

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).

BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).

GEODC COMMUNITY MEETING, 2 p.m., Port of Morrow Riverfront Center, 2 Marine Drive, Boardman. Greater Eastern Oregon Development Corporation is seeking input on draft goals and strategies for economic development in the region. Everyone is welcome to attend. Free. (Judy Moore 541-612-7142).

LEGO CLUB, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Lego fun for all ages. Free. (541-966-0380).

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., Milton-Freewater. For elementary school-age children. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247)

TERRIFIC TUESDAY: PEG WILLIS, 7-8 p.m., Heritage Station Museum, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. Peg Willis will discuss her recent book Building the Columbia River Highway: They Said It Couldnt Be Done. Free. (541-276-0012).

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22

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 registration required. (541-966-0380).

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)

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).

EAST UMATILLA COUNTY HEALTH DISTRICT TOWN HALL MEETING, 6:30 p.m., Weston Memorial Hall, 210 E. Main St. Representatives of the district will present information on the upcoming Local Option Levy to be voted on Nov. 4. Paul Chalmers of the Umatilla County Tax Office will explain how the levy will affect voters in the district. Everyone welcome. (Donna Grimes 541-566-3813).

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. 23

PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave., Milton-Freewater. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247).

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.

BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).

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).

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. 24

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).

A VERY POPLAR RUN EARLY PACKET PICKUP, 4-8 p.m., Oxford Suites, 1050 N. First St., Hermiston.

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).

VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St.

SATURDAY, OCT. 25

A VERY POPLAR RUN, 7 a.m. late registration and packet pickup begins, 9:45 a.m. first races begin, 77200 Poleline Road, Boardman. Kids one-mile run begins at 9:45 a.m., followed by the 15K at 10:30, 10K at 10:45 and 5K at 11 a.m. Walkers are welcome (no registration required). Cost is $20 for online and mail-in registration, $30 race day registration. T-shirts are $10; register by Oct. 19 to ensure you get one. Register online at http://www.eosportstraining.com/boardmantreefarm.html Benefits Agape House.

HERMISTON FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., McKenzie Park, 300 S. First St., Hermiston. Food, crafts, live music, art.

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).

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).

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).

SUNDAY, OCT. 26

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).

OKTOBERFEST, 1-5 p.m., Milton-Freewater Community Building, 109 S.E. Fifth Ave. Family pumpkin and face painting, apple bobbing, cupcake walk, Halloween costume contest and more. Traditional German fare will be available for purchase.

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).

MORROW COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING, 2 p.m., SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road, Boardman. Topics for discussion include possible tours to sponsor and subjects to research for the 2015 Chronicles publication. Guest speakers Larry Lindsay with discuss history of the Port of Morrow while Gary Neal will talk about contemporary activities at the port. An ice cream feed will follow the meeting. Everyone welcome. (Louis Carlson 541-676-5302).

ADULT OPEN GYM, 7-9 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 16 and up. (541-276-8100).

MONDAY, OCT. 27

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276-8100).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).

TOT TIME, 10-11 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

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. 28

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., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).

JANE KIRKPATRICK BOOK SIGNING, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Hermiston Drug, 114 E. Main St., Hermiston. Meet the author of A Light in the Wilderness and get a signed copy of the book (available for purchase).

THE ARC ACTIVITY NIGHT, 5:30-6:30 p.m., The Arc Umatilla County, 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Games, crafts and light refreshments. Donations accepted.

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., Milton-Freewater. For elementary school-age children. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247).

JANE KIRKPATRICK READING AND DISCUSSION, 7 p.m., Eastern Oregon Higher Education Center, 980 S.E. Columbia Dr., Hermiston. Author of A Light in the Wilderness will read from the book and lead a discussion. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Sponsored by Altrusa of Hermiston.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 29

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 registration required. (541-966-0380).

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. 30

PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave., Milton-Freewater. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247).

BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257).

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.

FRIDAY, OCT. 31

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).

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).

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL, 5-7:30 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. For children 12 and under. Games, face painting, trick-or-treating and more. Free. (541-276-8100)

VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St.

HALLOWEEN ACTIVITY NIGHT, 8-11 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. For ages 13 and up. Live DJ music and dancing, games and chances to win prizes. Cost is $2 per person. (541-276-8100).

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

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).

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).

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).

SUNDAY, NOV. 2

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). Oct-May only

ADULT OPEN GYM, 7-9 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 16 and up. (541-276-8100).

MONDAY, NOV. 3

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276-8100).

SENSORY PLAY, 10 a.m., Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. For children ages 0-3. Lots of sensory stimuli to encourage young children to explore their world. Free with paid admission. (541-276-1066).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).

TOT TIME, 10-11 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

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, NOV. 4