Sebastopol, CA, USA - September 26, 2015. Performers in Renaissance era costume at the Much Ado About Sebastopol Renaissance Fair.

Shakespeare comes to Roy Raley Park

PENDLETON — Director Grant Turner is staging Shakespeare’s comedy “Twelfth Night” in the outdoor amphitheater at Roy Raley Park. The public is welcome at this popular tale of mistaken identities, lovelorn lotharios and Elizabethan tricksters. Two performances are slated, on Saturdays, Aug. 3 and 10, both at 5:30 p.m. Attendance is free; donations are appreciated. To learn more, call College Community Theatre at 541-215-9917.

Library renovation begins

HERMISTON — In August, Hermiston Public Library will shift services next door to the old Carnegie library at 215 E. Gladys Ave. in preparation for upcoming renovation. This month most events are suspended, but should restart in September. The upgrade will improve safety and accessibility, create dedicated teen, children’s and maker spaces, and add larger windows. Work is projected to finish by the summer 2025. For the latest news, check www.hermiston.gov/library.

Rock & Roll Camp is back on the scene

PENDLETON — Musical teens will be rocking out again this year at the Pendleton Center for the Arts. Every day for a week, Aug. 12-16, youth will write songs, practice their licks and learn from professionals the basics of being part of a rock band. And thanks to generous community support, it’s all free. Teens can register online at pendletonarts.org/rock-roll-camp/. On Friday, Aug. 16, the camp closes with a public concert on Main Street. Don your tie-dye attire and join the fun. For more details, call 541-278-9201.

Lots of fun planned for Weekend at the Blues

MILTON-FREEWATER — There’s music and a whole lot more coming to Yantis Park! On Friday, Aug. 2, vendors and a beer garden open up at 1 p.m., with a live band at 7:30. Saturday things ramp up, with a parade from North Main to the park at 9 a.m., the Pretty Baby Contest at 10, a Fireman’s Water Fight at 1 p.m. and Watermelon Chow Down at 3. The action moves to Pioneer Posse Grounds, 84581 Highway 11, at 7:30 for the rodeo, with broncs, barrels and bulls. Events at Yantis Park are free, rodeo tickets are $10 military/veterans, $15 children 6 to 14 and $20 adults. You’ll find more info online at weekendattheblues.com/music-festival.

The Lion King roars … in a higher octave

ELGIN — The Opera House Youth Actors Summer Theater Camp has been busy rehearsing in July and they are ready to hit the main stage. “Lion King Jr.” will feature youthful acting skills in four performances: Friday, Aug. 2, at 2:30 and 5 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 3 at 12:30 and 3 p.m. Tickets are $8 to $15, available online at www.elginoperahouse.com. The theater is at 104 N. Eighth Ave.in Elgin. Call 541-437-1918 with questions.

It’s fair play across the region

EASTERN OREGON — August is the month for fairs. Wallowa County Fair runs Friday, Aug. 2 to 10, in Enterprise (visit bit.ly/WallowaFair), followed by the Baker County Fair at the Rodeo Grounds in Baker City, Aug. 4 to 10 (see bakerfair.com) and the Umatilla County Fair is Aug. 7 to 10 in Hermiston at Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center (www.umatillacountyfair.net). Grab your sunscreen!