Vendor space is still available for the Farm City Ag & Home Expo. The event showcases everything from tractors, trucks and farm supplies to home decor, pools and spas, real estate, furniture and more.

In its second year, the expo is Feb. 23-24 at the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center, 1705 E. Airport Road, Hermiston. The deadline to sign up is Feb. 9. For more information, contact Angel Aguilar at the Hermiston Herald via 541-564-4531 or aaguilar@hermistonherald.com.

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Hermiston Parks and Recreation rescheduled the Discovering Digital Camera Settings class. The session is Thursday, Jan. 25, 6-8 p.m. at the Harkenrider Senior Activity Center, 255 NE Second St., Hermiston.

It is open to those who registered for the initial class. To check for available space, visit bit.ly/hermistonrecreation or call 541-667-5018.

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The gals at The Next Chapter Bookstore are getting ready to tap into fun with the Galentine’s Day Boozy Book Fair. It offers the perfect girls’ night out — full of romance reads, Blind Date with a Book and plenty of drinks at Neighbor Dudes Tap House.

The 21 and older ladies’ event is Feb. 3, 5-8 p.m. at the Neighbor Dudes, 405 N. First St, Suite 104, Hermiston. For more information, search Facebook via bit.ly/3kEDobQ. For questions, call 541-667-7080 or 541-289-2337.

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More than 50 raffle items are up for grabs to support the baseball team at Blue Mountain Community College. Valued at more than $4,000, prizes include everything from small appliances and tools to themed baskets and gift cards at restaurants and businesses throughout the region.

Tickets are $10 each, six for $50 or 15 for $100. For more information or a link to buy tickets, search www.facebook.com/Bmccbaseball. The drawing will be Feb. 10, 5 p.m. on Facebook Live.

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If you are looking for adventure, fun and an opportunity to socialize with others, check out the Hermiston Traveler’s Club. People can pack their bags for group tours, take day trips or explore travel-related programs.

The group meets the second Thursday of each month, 10 a.m. at the First Christian Church, 775 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Visitors are invited to attend to learn more. Dues for active members are $10 for 2024.

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An evening of dinner, dancing and music by Brass Fire Band will be featured during a Mardi Gras celebration hosted by Knights of Columbus Council No. 3999. In its fifth year, the festive fundraiser is Feb. 17, 6-10 p.m. at the Hermiston Community Center, 415 S. Highway 395.

Tickets are $30 per person or a table of eight for $200. Tickets are available at Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church, 565 W. Hermiston Ave., Agape House, 500 W. Harper Road, both in Hermiston, or by calling 773-580-3253.

A Catholic fraternal service organization, the local Knights raise money to assist people in need — regardless of their faith. For more information, search Facebook via bit.ly/491yQQc.

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The Boardman Food Pantry offers access to food and support for community members. Pickup hours are Mondays, 9:30-11 a.m. and Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. at 314 SW Locust Road. For more information, search Facebook via bit.ly/3OarCkP or call 541-219-9535.

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The Harkenrider Senior Activity Center serves lunch Thursday, Jan. 25 (chili dogs), and Tuesday, Jan. 30 (chicken noodles), noon to 12:30 p.m. at 255 NE Second St., Hermiston. Meals are $5.

To ensure an accurate meal count for in-person and takeout meals, call 541-567-3582 by 11 a.m. Also, Meals on Wheels is available in Hermiston. Call before 10 a.m. to place a delivery order.

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The Boardman Senior Center offers dine-in and takeout lunches at noon on Thursday, Jan. 25 (Birthday Meal, beef tri-tip), and Tuesday, Jan. 30 (ham steaks), at 100 Tatone St. Meals are $5 for seniors and $6 for others. For takeout service, call 541-481-3257.