MONDAYS

ITTY BITTY SPORTS SAMPLER, 9 to 10 a.m. or 10:15 to 11:15 a.m., Rice Park, Pendleton. How do you know which sport your littles might like? This six-week course allows them to try out many games and find out. Geared for kids from 3 to 5. Cost: $55. To register, check Youth Sports at pendletonparksandrec.com. (541-276-8100). Mondays, July 8 through Aug. 12.

TOT TIME, 10 to 11 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 SW Dorion Ave., Pendleton. The gym is open for preschoolers with a $2 drop-in fee per child. (541-276-8100).

STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Echo Public Library, 20 Bonanza St. All youngsters welcome. (541-376-6038).

END OF SRP PARTY, 1 to 2 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. Preschoolers through fifth graders can bring their families to celebrate their work in the Summer Reading Program with games and treats. (541-567-2882). Monday, July 29.

ESCAPE THE TITANIC, 5:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 SW Dorion Ave. You have one hour before the ship sinks and your life jacket is locked in a safe. Can you figure a way to get out in time? Geared for ages 8 to 12. Registration required; call 541-966-0380. Monday, July 15.

FAMILY STEM CLASSES, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Pendleton Rec Center Foundation Room, 510 SW Dorion Ave. Kids four to eight can collaborate with a parent on interactive STEM projects. Themes include Noisemakers, Who Lives in a Tree? and Wrecking Balls. Registration required for each session. Check Youth Programs at pendletonparksandrec.com. (541-276-8100). Mondays, through Aug. 12.

TUESDAYS

MEDIEVAL TIMES, 2 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 SW Dorion Ave. Practice your archery and jousting skills, try out the catapult and create a shield with your family crest to take home. All ages welcome, no registration needed. (541-966-0380). Tuesday, July 30.

TEEN ABSTRACT COLLAGE, 3:30 to 5 p.m, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. This five-session course explores a variety of collaging approaches, including monochromatic, cubomania and more. Free for teens, but please register at pendletonarts.org/classes/. (541-278-9201). Tuedays, July 9 to Aug. 6.

GUITAR FOR TEENS, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. From 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Teens can learn basic acoustic guitar techniques. Perfect for beginners. If you have a little experience, come from 5:30 to 6:30 for intermediate electric guitar lessons. Free for teens, but please register at pendletonarts.org/classes/. (541-278-9201). Tuesdays, July 2 to Aug. 27.

STAMPED TOTE BAGS, 5 to 6 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. Teens are invited to transform tote bags into works of art by creating custom stamps from recycled materials. (541-567-2882). Tuesday, July 9.

WEDNESDAYS

TOT TIME, 10 to 11 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 SW Dorion Ave., Pendleton. The drop-in gym is open for tots at $2 per child. (541-276-8100).

AMERICAN GIRL RETIREMENT PARTY, 2 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 SW Dorion Ave. Four well-loved American Girl dolls are being retired and put up for a free raffle drawing open to all ages. Historical activities will also be paired with new and old dolls. (541-966-0380). Thursday, Aug. 1.

TEEN BASIC HAND SEWING, 3 to 4 p.m, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Practice basic sewing techniques, learn to choose the right fabric and needle, types of stitching and more. This three-session course even comes with a customized sewing kit. Wednesdays, July 17 to 31.

LEGO WARS, 4:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 SW Dorion Ave. Combine block coding and Legos and you get … Lego Wars! Teams of two, age 8 to 12, compete to see who can create and code their Legos the best. Registration required; call 541-966-0380. Wednesday, July 10.

HOME RUN DERBY, 4:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 SW Dorion Ave. Youngsters 8 to 12 should enjoy this virtual home run derby in the library’s Gaming Center. Using a Playstation 5, children can play to see who will be crowned the “King of Swing.” No registration needed. (541-966-0380). Wednesday, July 3.

THURSDAYS

STEAM IN THE LIBRARY, 1 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. Kids can explore science and more at these events. On July 11, first to fifth graders can learn about conservation in an Ecological Symbol Scavenger Hunt. On July 25, third to fifth graders can try out a Green House Experiment using recycled materials. (541-567-2882). Thursdays, July 11 and 25.

TEEN CYANOTYPES, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. This two-session photography class shows you how to turn digital photos into beautiful prints using old-school methods. Teens and adults of all levels are welcome. Free for teens, but please register at pendletonarts.org/classes/. (541-278-9201). Thursdays, Aug. 1 & 8.

FRIDAYS

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10 a.m., Weston Public Library, 108 E. Main St. (541-566-2378).

STORY TIME, 10 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. Bring your littles in for story time and a craft. (541-449-1254).

STORY TIME, 11 a.m., Pilot Rock Public Library, 144 N. Alder Place. Bring your toddlers down for a late morning story-reading. (541-443-3285).

WILDHORSE POW WOW, Grand Entry at 7 p.m., Wildhorse Casino grounds. This annual event features Native American drumming, singing, and dancing, artisans and vendors, delicious food and, of course, fry bread. Free for all ages. For more information, visit www.wildhorseresort.com/2024_pow_wow/ or call 800-654-9453. Friday, July 5.

MOVIES IN THE PARK, dusk, Commu-nity Park, Pendleton. Pre-movie activities include kickball, corn hole, flag football. See Happenings for details. (541-276-8100). Fridays, July 12 to Aug. 23.

MOVIES IN THE PARK, 8:45 p.m., Butte Park, Hermiston. Bring your lawn chairs for some family films. See Happenings for details. (541-276-8100). Fridays, July 12 to 26.

SATURDAYS

ATHENA CALEDONIAN GAMES, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Athena City Park on Third Street. Come enjoy a day of entertainment, Scottish Highland games, music, food and dancing. Free. Details at www.athenacaledonian.org. Saturday, July 13.

USR SUMMER BUCKLE SERIES, 10 a.m., USR Arena, off Highway 395, Hermiston. The Umatilla Sage Riders summer competition offers young riders a shot at barrel, pole and stake racing in different age groups. Visit the Sage Riders’ FB page for sign-up fees; spectators are welcome at no cost. (541-800-9087). Saturdays, July 27, Aug. 24.

JOURNEY UNDER THE SEA, 11 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. This immersive science presentation explores Oregon’s underwater environments. Geared for elementary aged children can learn about the ocean habitat through hands-on activities and investigation. (541-567-2882). Saturday, July 13.

PENDLETON LIBRARY COMIC CON, 1 to 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 SW Dorion Ave. Get out your costumes for some cosplay fun! See Happenings for details. (541-966-0380). Saturday, Aug. 3.

WILDHORSE POW WOW, Grand Entry at 1 p.m., Wildhorse Casino grounds. See Friday, July 5 for details. (800-654-9453). Saturday, July 6.

SUNDAYS

WILDHORSE POW WOW, Grand Entry at 1 p.m., Wildhorse Casino grounds. See Friday, July 5 for details. (800-654-9453). Sunday, July 7.

SPECIAL NEEDS OPEN GYM, 1-2:30 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 SW Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free for special needs children and families. (541-276-8100).