The Oregon Arts Commission is offering grants to artists affected by COVID-19 through the Artist Relief Program, in partnership with Oregon Community Foundation and the James F. and Marion L. Miller Foundation.

The grants are for Oregon professionals in the arts who have experienced financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic due to cancellations of exhibitions, performances, rehearsals, book signings and other professional opportunities.

Artists who have experienced or anticipate experiencing loss of revenue of $1,000 or more between March 1 and Dec. 31, 2020, can qualify. Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000.

Artists from underserved communities such as rural communities and communities of color, as well as artists with disabilities, are especially encouraged to apply.

For more information, see oregonartscommission.org/grants/artist-relief-program.

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Stokes Landing offers senior meals

The Stokes Landing Senior Center will offer meals to go beginning on Monday, Oct. 26. The meals will be prepared at the senior center, 150 Columbia Lane in Irrigon, and will be served in drive-thru fashion on-site.

Pick-up will be between noon and 12:30 p.m. each Monday of the month. Payment will be accepted with correct change only or by check. Cost per meal is $4 for those 60 years of age and over, and $5 for individuals under 60.

Those wanting a Monday meal must call 541-922-3334 by 3 p.m. on the Friday preceding the Monday meal, beginning Friday, Oct. 23. Leave a name, number of meals ordered and a phone number.

For more information, call the senior center at 541-922-3603.

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Chicken, fish and beef on menus

The Harkenrider Senior Activity Center‘s takeout and delivery menu for Thursday, Oct. 22, is baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, veggies and dessert. Tuesday, Oct. 27, will be baked fish, pea salad, fruit and dessert. For a Meals on Wheels delivery in Hermiston, call 541-567-3582 before 10 a.m. to place an order. To pick up a meal from the center at 255 N.E. Second St., call the same number before 11 a.m. Meals are $4 and can be picked up between 11:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.

The Boardman Senior Center is now providing meal delivery. Meals are $4 paid upon delivery. Call 541-481-3257 to order. The Boardman menu for Thursday, Oct. 22 is roast beef and gravy, mashed potatoes, salad or veggie and cake. Tuesday, Oct. 27, is hot turkey sandwiches, mashed potatoes and gravy, salad, veggies and dessert.