The EO publishes a list of coming events as space allows. It’s posted each Monday at www.eastoregonian.com. All items are assumed free, nonprofit and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Coming events items should be submitted well in advance to Calendar c/o East Oregonian, 211 S.E. Byers Ave., Pendleton, OR 97801, 333 E. Main St., Hermiston, OR 97838 or community@eastoregonian.com.

MONDAY, SEPT. 28

STORY TIME, 10 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St., Athena. A chance for toddlers to learn to listen, socialize, do crafts and participate in diverse ready-to-read activities. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Call 541-566-2470 for more information.

COFFEE AND BOOKS, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

CRAFT TIME WITH TERRI, 3:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library children’s area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Dreamcatchers: create a dreamcatcher with a hoop, string and beads. Ages 6 and up; children younger than six may attend with an adult helper. Call 541-966-0380 for more information.

PUBLIC RECEPTION, 5:30 p.m., Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts, 48004 St. Andrews Road, Pendleton. A reception for New Zealand printmaking artist Marty Vreede and his wife Marilyn. All visitors are welcome to meet and greet the artist; a selection of prints also is on display. Refreshments will be served. Visit www.crowsshadow.org or call 541-276-3954 for more information.

WESTON-MCEWEN ALUMNI BARBECUE AND FOOTBALL GAME, 5:30 p.m. barbecue begins, 6 p.m. game starts, Weston-McEwen High School football field, Athena.

KNITTERS GROUP, 6 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

BASKET?BINGO, 7 p.m., Hermiston High School commons. Packet of nine Bingo cards costs $10. Win themed baskets to benefit the Hermiston Band Boosters.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 29

‘MASSACRED FOR GOLD’ BOOK SIGNING, 1-2 p.m., Armchair Books, 39 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Author Greg Nokes will be on hand to sign books and answer questions. The book is the true story of the massacre of more than thirty Chinese gold miners in Hell’s Canyon in 1887. Call Terry at 541-276-7323 for more information or to reserve a copy of the book.

TRAVELER’S FORUM, 7 p.m. Pendleton Public Library community room, 501 S.E. Emigrant Ave. Mark Gronso discusses his trek to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and shares his photos. Call 541-966-0380 for more information.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 30

STORY TIME WITH KIMBRA, 10:30 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

NATIONAL WOMEN’S HEALTH &?FITNESS DAY, 4-7 p.m., Roundup Athletic Club, 1415 Southgate, Pendleton. Guest speakers on women’s health, 5-minute massages, personal trainers answer questions, skin care demonstrations, athletic clothing style show, class demonstrations, healthy foods, fun and drawings. Members and their guests get a free smoothie; non-members get a free guest pass to try out the facility. Call 276-0880 for more information.

WIRED FOR SAFETY, 6 p.m., Pendleton Public Library meeting room, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. The Pendleton Police Department will present a program on firearm safety. Call Mary at 541-966-0380 for more information.

LADIES’ NIGHT SING-OFF, 5-11 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Beverage specials for ladies and food discounts for all. Live karaoke starting at 7 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCT. 1

ENGLISH/SPANISH CONVERSATION SKILLS, 10:15 a.m. and 6 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. For English and Spanish speakers to gain better conversation skills in both languages. Beginners to native speakers welcome. Contact Laurie Doherty at 541-379-4118 for more information.

TEEN KNITTERS’ GROUP, 4:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

PENDLETON FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE, 7-9 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. Members-only presale (memberships available at the door). Videos, DVDs, cassettes, VHS and books on tape also available. Call Carole Guenther at 541-276-0431 for more information.

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Rick D’Elia and Dave Mencareli. No cover.

FRIDAY, OCT. 2

PENDLETON FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. Videos, DVDs, cassettes, VHS and books on tape also available. Call Carole Guenther at 541-276-0431 for more information.

BOARDMAN?FALL?QUILT?SHOW, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Greenfield Grange, 209 N.W. First St., Boardman. Admission is $2. Quilt entry forms available at Aunty Ida’s Quilt Shop, 435 W. Hermiston Ave., Hermiston For more information, call Marge Shankle at 541-481-3633.

POW WOW COMEDY JAM, doors open 6 p.m., Rivers Event Center, Wildhorse Casino &?Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Fred Hill Sr. opens the show, followed by Native comedy warriors from the Sioux, Colville, Navajo and Ojibwe nations. Free, but seating is limited. Call 541-966-1628 for more information.

BRENT VERNON IN CONCERT, 7 p.m., First Christian Church, 215 N. Main St., Pendleton. Vernon and his sidekick Sam will present an evening of inspirational music and entertainment. Free and suitable for all ages. Call 541-276-5358 for more information.

OLDIES NITE @ THE LIBRARY, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library Albee Room, 8 S.W. Eighth St. In commemoration of the death of Mary Travers of Peter, Paul and Mary, folk hits of the 1950s and ’60s will be featured. Free and suitable for all ages. Call Bob Jones at 541-938-8246 for more information.

CARRIE CUNNINGHAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. No cover.

SATURDAY, OCT. 3

HAILEY DAVIDSON BENEFIT YARD SALE, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Club 24 parking lot, 1720 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton. All proceeds benefit Hailey and her family to help with her cancer treatments and other expenses. Call Sue at 541-429-5016 for more information, or to donate items to the sale.

TOUR DE FROG BIKE RIDE, 7 a.m. late registration and rider check-in, Yantis Park, Milton-Freewater. Four ride options include 25, 50, 77 or 100 mile loops, beginning and ending at the park. Entry fee of $30 (25 mile ride) and $50 (other mileages) includes lunch stop at Whitman Mission (museum admission is free for all riders) and a t-shirt. Call Eric Jensen at 541-969-9724, e-mail ericj@eosportstraining.com, or visit eosportstraining.com for more information.

HERMISTON FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Conference Center parking lot, 415 S. Highway 395. Live music, fresh vegetables and fruits, baked goods, grilled foods, crafts and much more. Call Kelly at 541-571-1952 for more information, or to obtain a vendor space.

KIWANIS CRUSH WINE TOUR, begins with brunch at 9:30 a.m. at the Great Pacific Wine and Coffee Co., 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. Cost is $70 per person and includes sampling premium wines at boutique Walla Walla wineries, transportation, tasting fees and snacks. Tickets are limited; visit the Chamber of Commerce at 501 S. Main or call 541-377-7282.

PENDLETON FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. Videos, DVDs, cassettes, VHS and books on tape also available. $1-a-bag book sale runs from 3-5 p.m. Call Carole Guenther at 541-276-0431 for more information.

BOARDMAN?FALL?QUILT?SHOW, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Greenfield Grange, 209 N.W. First St., Boardman. Admission is $2. Quilt entry forms available at Aunty Ida’s Quilt Shop, 435 W. Hermiston Ave., Hermiston For more information, call Marge Shankle at 541-481-3633.

GLENN YARBROUGH IN CONCERT, 4 p.m., Vert Auditorium, 500 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Original Limeliters member performs on his final concert tour before retirement. Tickets $20-$25; call 253-630-5296 for more information, or order online at www.brownpapertickets.com.

ROLLIN’ ON?THE?RIVER, 4-7:30 p.m., Boardman Marina Park. Adult event includes wine and beer tasting, entertainment by Brady Goss and Badger Mountain Dry Band. Cost is $15 and food is available for purchase. Contact Boardman Chamber of Commerce at 541-481-3014 for more information.

ALTRUSA?AUCTION, 4:30 p.m., doors open, Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395. 4:30-8:30 p.m., silent auction; 5:30-7:30 p.m., prime rib and chicken diner; 7 p.m., lie auction begins. There is no admission to enter the 30th annual event sponsored by Altrusa International of Hermiston. The meal is $18 per person. To purchase dinner tickets or reserve a table, call Debbie Pedro at 541-567-6151 or Donna Moeller at 541-567-5521.

GO WILD TEJANO STYLE, doors open at 6 p.m., music starts at 7 p.m., Rivers Event Center, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Music by Tejano Skyz of Moses Lake and Los Mizzmos of Walla Walla. No cover; 21 and over only. Call 541-966-1628 for more information.

CARRIE CUNNINGHAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. No cover.

SUNDAY, OCT. 4

LAST DAY TO RECEIVE ENTRIES FOR HIGHWAY TO WELL RUN/WALK, to be held Oct. 10 beginning and ending at McKay Park, Pendleton. One-mile, 5K, 10K and half-marathon races will be held. Prizes, ribbons and plaques will be awarded to top finishers in eight age categories. Fees are dependent on the race chosen. Online entries close Oct. 9, but a $5 late fee will apply. Call Eric Jensen at 541-969-9724, e-mail ericj@eosportstraining.com or visit www.eosportstraining.com for more information.

COUGAR FUN RUN, 7 a.m. late registration begins, 8:30 a.m. runners transported by bus to starting lines, races begin 9 a.m., Late registration and packet pickup for runners will take place at the Echo Fire Station, 311 Main Street, Echo. Eight age groups can participate in a 5K run/walk or 10K run; prizes, ribbons and plaques will be give for top finishers. Late registration fees $25 with t-shirt, $17 without. Call Eric Jensen at 541-969-9724, email ericj@eosportstraining.com, or visit www. eosportstraining.com for more information.

HAILEY DAVIDSON BENEFIT YARD SALE, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Club 24 parking lot, 1720 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton. All proceeds benefit Hailey and her family to help with her cancer treatments and other expenses. Call Sue at 541-429-5016 for more information, or to donate items to the sale.

MORROW?COUNTY?HISTORICAL?SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING, 1:30-4 p.m., St. Patrick’s Senior Center, 182 N. Main St., Heppner. Event includes meeting, potluck and showing of two short documentaries. A-F bring side dish; G-N, a salad; O-Z, a dessert. Contact Louis Carlson at 541-676-5302 or Don Eppenbach at 541-922-3197 for more information.

MONDAY, OCT. 5

TOT TIME, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Helen McCune Recreation Center, 500 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Fee is $1 per tot, payable at the door.

STORY TIME, 10 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St., Athena. A chance for toddlers to learn to listen, socialize, do crafts and participate in diverse ready-to-read activities. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Call 541-566-2470 for more information.

COFFEE AND BOOKS, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

CRAFT TIME WITH TERRI, 3:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library children’s area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Dreamcatchers: create a dreamcatcher with a hoop, string and beads. Ages 6 and up; children younger than six may attend with an adult helper. Call 541-966-0380 for more information.

KNITTERS GROUP, 6 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 7

CARDS, CRAFTS & COFFEE, 10 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Rec Center Foundation Room, 503 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. Fee is $1 per visit. Call 541-276-8100 for more information.

STORY TIME WITH KIMBRA, 10:30 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

LADIES’ NIGHT SING-OFF, 5-11 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Beverage specials for ladies and food discounts for all. Live karaoke starting at 7 p.m.

FINN RIGGINS IN CONCERT, 7 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton.

THURSDAY, OCT. 8

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Jimmy Turner, Erikka Innes. No cover.

FRIDAY, OCT. 9

BLUE TATTOO, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. No cover.

SATURDAY, OCT. 10

HIGHWAY TO WELL RUN/WALK, 6 a.m. late registration and packet pickup begins, half-marathon begins 8 a.m., other races begin 9 a.m. One-mile, 5K, 10K and half-marathon races are available. All races start and finish at McKay Park in Pendleton except the half-marathon, which starts near Pilot Rock. Late registrants pay $5 late fee. Call Eric Jensen at 541-969-9724, e-mail ericj@eosportstraining.com or visit www.eosportstraining.com for more information.

BLUE MOON SALOON WESTERN WINE FESTIVAL, 7-11:30 p.m., Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395. Cost is $15 per person. Event includes gaming tables, a jailhouse, a chuckwagon and live music. Call 541-567-6151 for more information.

BLUE TATTOO, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. No cover.

SUNDAY, OCT. 11

LAST DAY TO RECEIVE ENTRIES FOR STANFIELD FALL XC 5K RUN/WALK, to be held Oct. 17 beginning and ending at Stanfield High School track. Prizes, ribbons and plaques will be awarded to top finishers in eight age categories. Fees are $12 with t-shirt, $8 without. Online entries close Oct. 16, but a $5 late fee will apply. Call Eric Jensen at 541-969-9724, e-mail ericj@eosportstraining.com or visit www.eosportstraining.com for more information.

MONOTHON PRINT SALE, noon, Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts, 48004 St. Andrews Road, Pendleton. One-of-a-kind monotype prints will be available for purchase from the Monothon ’09 fundraising event. Prices are $100 for 11×15 prints and $200 for 15×22 prints; money supports Crow’s Shadow and its programs. Call Feather Sams-Huesties at 541-276-3954 for more information.

FROM BROADWAY TO PENDLETON, 3 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 201 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Oregon East Symphony Guild’s fundraising event, featuring local artists. Tickets are $15, and are available at the OES office, 345 S.W. 4th St., Armchair Books, 39 S.W. Dorion Ave., or at the door. Call 541-276-0320 for more information.

MONDAY, OCT. 12

TOT TIME, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Helen McCune Recreation Center, 500 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Fee is $1 per tot, payable at the door.

COFFEE AND BOOKS, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

CRAFT TIME WITH TERRI, 3:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library children’s area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Dreamcatchers: create a dreamcatcher with a hoop, string and beads. Ages 6 and up; children younger than six may attend with an adult helper. Call 541-966-0380 for more information.

KNITTERS GROUP, 6 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 14

CARDS, CRAFTS & COFFEE, 10 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Rec Center Foundation Room, 503 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. Fee is $1 per visit. Call 541-276-8100 for more information.

STORY TIME WITH KIMBRA, 10:30 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

LADIES’ NIGHT SING-OFF, 5-11 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Beverage specials for ladies and food discounts for all. Live karaoke starting at 7 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCT. 15

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Susan Price. No cover.

FRIDAY, OCT. 16

POP TARTS, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. No cover.

SATURDAY, OCT. 17

STANFIELD FALL XC 5K RUN/WALK, 7 a.m. late registration and check-in begins, race begins 9 a.m. Eight age groups will be awarded prizes, ribbons and plaques for top finishers. Late registration fees $17 with t-shirt, $13 without. Call Eric Jensen at 541-969-9724, email ericj@eosportstraining.com, or visit www. eosportstraining.com for more information.

POP TARTS, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. No cover.

SUNDAY, OCT. 18

ROBYN WELLS IN CONCERT, 3 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 201 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Wells’ performance will feature classical works by Mozart, Chopin, Saint-Saens and others. Free and open to the public; donations are accepted. Call 541-276-7681 for more information.

JOHN NILSEN IN CONCERT, 4 p.m., Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 420 Locust Road, Boardman. Nilsen presents a piano concert featuring a variety of music, including some of his own compositions. Free and suitable for all ages; donations accepted. Call 541-481-7484 for more information.

MONDAY, OCT. 19

TOT TIME, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Helen McCune Recreation Center, 500 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Fee is $1 per tot, payable at the door.

COFFEE AND BOOKS, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

CRAFT TIME WITH TERRI, 3:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library children’s area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Dreamcatchers: create a dreamcatcher with a hoop, string and beads. Ages 6 and up; children younger than six may attend with an adult helper. Call 541-966-0380 for more information.

KNITTERS GROUP, 6 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 21

CARDS, CRAFTS & COFFEE, 10 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Rec Center Foundation Room, 503 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. Fee is $1 per visit. Call 541-276-8100 for more information.

STORY TIME WITH KIMBRA, 10:30 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

LADIES’ NIGHT SING-OFF, 5-11 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Beverage specials for ladies and food discounts for all. Live karaoke starting at 7 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCT. 22

ATOMIC COMEDY FESTIVAL, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. No cover.

FRIDAY, OCT. 23

AMERICAN STORM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Male revue. No cover.

SATURDAY, OCT. 24

OREGON EAST SYMPHONY FAREWELL FOR KENNETH WOODS, 7:30 p.m., Vert Auditorium, 500 S. W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Special guest James Dick, world renowned pianist, will perform. Tickets are available at the OES office, 345 S.W. 4th St., Armchair Books, 39 S.W. Dorion Ave., or at the door. Call 541-276-0320 for more information.

AMERICAN STORM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Male revue. No cover.

MONDAY, OCT. 26

TOT TIME, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Helen McCune Recreation Center, 500 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Fee is $1 per tot, payable at the door.

COFFEE AND BOOKS, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

CRAFT TIME WITH TERRI, 3:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library children’s area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Dreamcatchers: create a dreamcatcher with a hoop, string and beads. Ages 6 and up; children younger than six may attend with an adult helper. Call 541-966-0380 for more information.

KNITTERS GROUP, 6 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 28

CARDS, CRAFTS & COFFEE, 10 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Rec Center Foundation Room, 503 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. Fee is $1 per visit. Call 541-276-8100 for more information.

STORY TIME WITH KIMBRA, 10:30 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave.

LADIES’ NIGHT SING-OFF, 5-11 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Beverage specials for ladies and food discounts for all. Live karaoke starting at 7 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCT. 29

HOME ENERGY IQ WORKSHOP, 6-8:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College room SB206, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Pacific Power and Energy Trust team up to teach consumers how energy works in your home and how to make it more energy efficient. Free, but registration is recommended. Light refreshments will be available. Call 503-813-5642 for more information, or to register.

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Jose Sarduy and Russell Parker. No cover.

FRIDAY, OCT. 30

THE HITMEN, 8 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. R&B. No cover.

SATURDAY, OCT. 31

HALLOWEEN PIRATE PARTY, doors open at 5 p.m., Wildfire Cabaret and Players Lounge, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Live music by The Hitmen (R&B) from 8 to midnight, prizes for the best pirate costume, drink specials and prize giveaways. No cover; masks or other obstructions to seeing faces are NOT allowed. Call 541-966-1628 for more information.