As summer heats up, the Hermiston Classics Car Club is preparing for its Cool Rides Car Show. In its 27th year, the 2023 show is shifting gears and will be held at Butte Park, 1245 N.W. Seventh St.

The fun revs up with a poker run, dinner and shop talk on Friday, July 7, 6 p.m. The car show rolls out with onsite registration at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 8.

Pre-registration is requested by Saturday, July 1 — and the first 100 entries receive an event T-shirt. For more information or to register, visit www.hermistonclassicscarclub.com. For questions, call Juan Lopez at 541-571-0141.

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The Americana sounds of The Wasteland Kings will provide an evening of free entertainment leading up to the Fourth of July. The concert is Monday, July 3, 7 p.m. at Irrigon Marina Park, 430 N.E. Eighth St.

Bring a lawn chair or blankets and a picnic to enjoy while listening to the music. In case of inclement weather, the show will go on at Stokes Landing Senior Center, 150 Columbia Lane.

Music in the Parks alternates between Boardman and Irrigon marina parks each Monday through Aug. 14. For more information, search www.facebook.com/boardman-irrigon.

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Mark your calendar as Movies in the Park is returning on Fridays in July. The free family-friendly flicks will start around 8:30 p.m. on an outdoor screen at Butte Park, 1245 N.W. Seventh St., Hermiston.

People are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. Lamb Weston will offer piping hot potato products from the fry truck. For questions, call Hermiston Parks and Recreation at 541-667-5018.

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ontinues to uncork summer fun.

A wine tasting event is Thursday, July 6, 5-8 p.m. at 1823 S. Highway 395, Hermiston.

The evening will feature Walla Walla’s L’Ecole winery and live music by Zac Grooms. For more information, search bit.ly/3YPa0yN or call 541-567-5870.

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Don’t miss out on shopping discounts, refreshments and a chance to win in a special drawing during the First Thursday event in the Hermiston Downtown District.

It features nearly two dozen merchants on Thursday, July 6, 4:30-7 p.m. in downtown Hermiston and beyond. For more information, search bit.ly/3hQ0Ykk.

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Also, the Hermiston Downtown District is seeking vendors for Melon Fest. The event is Saturday, Aug 19, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendor space is $35-$60 — and an additional $10-$20 for power.

Spaces are assigned on a first-come basis. Those interested need to inquire prior to Friday, Aug. 4. To request an application, email jddavis@hermiston.or.us or stop by Lucky Endz Gifts, 239 E. Main St.

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The Harkenrider Senior Activity Center serves lunch Thursday, June 29 (Mexican pizza) at 255 N.E. Second St., Hermiston. For an accurate meal count for dine-in or takeout service, call 541-567-3582 by 11 a.m. The center will be closed on Tuesday, July 4.

Also, Meals on Wheels is available in Hermiston. Call before 10 a.m. to place a delivery order. In-person, takeout and delivery meals are $5.

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The Boardman Senior Center offers dine-in and takeout lunches at noon on Thursday, June 29 (burgers & dogs) at 100 Tatone St. Meals are $5 for seniors and $6 for others. For takeout service, call 541-481-3257.