Affordable Family Eyewear, 298 E. Gladys Ave., Suite B, Hermiston, has changed hands. The downtown Hermiston eyewear seller, formerly owned by Marcia Lambert, is now owned by Nick Page. Lambert had owned the business for 14 years.

According to AFEC’s website, Page is a Washington State Licensed Dispensing Optician. Certified by the American Board of Opticianry and certified by the National Contact Lens Examiners, Page also is an Oregon State University graduate.

In addition to giving Page’s credentials, the website lists the company’s history with local causes. Area school districts, Lions clubs and CAPECO are mentioned. AFE works with those organizations and others to provide inexpensive or free eye exams and eyeglasses to people in need, the site states.

On Thursday, Dec. 23, Page said business has been very busy. These days, as people are trying to use the last of their 2021 insurance benefits, they are visiting him more than they might otherwise, he said.

Services at AFE include safety glasses, repairs and eye exam appointments. The company offers same day service on prescription lenses.

AFE’s office hours are Monday and Tuesday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.