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MONDAYS

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).

FAMILY STEM CLASSES, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Pendleton Rec Center Foundation Room, 510 SW Dorion Ave. Kids 4 to 8 can collaborate with a parent on interactive STEM projects. Themes include The Shape of Things and Rafts. Registration required for each session. Check Youth Programs at pendletonparksandrec.com. (541-276-8100). Mondays, through Aug. 12.

TUESDAYS

AMAZING BEES, 3 p.m., Cook Memorial Library, 2006 Fourth St., La Grande. This presentation by the Oregon State Beekeepers Association provides the buzz about bees and why they’re so important to our everyday lives. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. (541-962-1339). Tuesday, Aug. 6.

LEGO CLUB, 3 to 5 p.m., Cook Memorial Library, 2006 Fourth St., La Grande. Bring your builders for a couple hours of fun. All ages welcome. (541-962-1339). First Tuesdays.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT, 4-6 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 SW Eighth Ave. Everyone is invited for huge party on front lawn of the library. Come enjoy some leisure time with your neighbors. (541-938-8247). Tuesday, Aug. 6.

WEDNESDAYS

TOT TIME, 10-11 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).

AQUATIC DOLLAR DAY, noon to 8 p.m., Pendleton Aquatic Center, 1901 NW Carden Ave. One buck gets you a day at the pool and a soft drink. This event brings out a big crowd to enjoy the pool’s water slides, zero-depth kiddie pool, 50-meter pool, and dive well. Bring your own food and toys. (541-276-0104). Wednesday, Aug. 7.

DOGGIE DIP DAY, 5-7 p.m., Pendleton Aquatic Center, 1901 NW Carden Ave. After the chlorine is drained from the pools for the season, pooches of all kinds are welcome to come splash and play in the water. Cost: $4 per dog. (541-276-0104). Wednesday, Aug. 28.

PADDLESUP!, 6 p.m., Pendleton Aquatic Center, 1901 NW Carden Ave. The library is sponsoring a teen get-together to learn and race stand-up paddleboards (SUP) at the pool. The event is free, for ages 12 to 17 only. Call to register: 541-966-0380. Wednesday, Aug. 21.

THURSDAYS

UPCYCLE CRAFTS, 1-4 p.m., Weston Public Library, 108 E. Main St. All ages are invited to meet in the park for an introduction to book page origami. (541-566-2378). Thursday, Aug. 8.

TEEN PAINTING WITH KITO, 3-4 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Kito Rodriguez leads this four-session course teach her painting style of bright colors, textures and layering. Free for teens, but please register at pendletonarts.org/classes/. No class on Aug. 15. (541-278-9201). Thursdays, Aug. 1 to 29.

SMOKEY BEAR BIRTHDAY PARTY, 3 p.m., Helix Library, 119 Columbia St. Come down and celebrate Smokey’s 80th birthday with ice cream and cake. Smokey will be on-hand for photo. (541-457-6130). Thursday, Aug. 22.

D&D GAMING GROUP, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Cook Memorial Library Community Room, 2006 Fourth St., La Grande. This free Dungeons & Dragons gaming group is open to all ages. (541-962-1339). Thursdays, Aug. 8 and 22.

TEEN CYANOTYPES, 6-7:30 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 and 8.

FRIDAYS

LIBRARY LEGO DAY, 9 a.m., Baker County Library, 2400 Resort St, Baker City. The last Friday of each month, Legos are dumped out at 9 a.m. and cleaned up at 11:30. Drop by and see what creations you can make. (541-523-6419). Last 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).

SMOKEY THE BEAR BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 SW Dorion Ave. Smokey the Bear is turning 80! The library plans a special story time, some fun activities, cupcakes and a special guest. All ages welcome, no registration needed. (541-966-0380). Friday, Aug. 9.

SAVAGE SERPENTS, 10:30 a.m., Cook Memorial Library Community Room, 2006 Fourth St., La Grande. Come learn about reptiles and other exotic animals — live reptiles will be on site. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. (541-962-1339). Friday, Aug. 16.

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).

ROCK & ROLL CAMP CONCERT, 7 p.m., 400 block of Main Street, Pendleton. Come see what our teen musicians have created during the week. Free event, following the Farmers Market. See Happenings for details. (541-278-9201). Friday, Aug. 16.

MOVIES IN THE PARK, dusk, Community Park, Pendleton. Pre-movie activities include kickball, corn hole, flag football. This month it’s “Shrek” (9/2), “Wonka” (9/9), “Hook” (9/16) and “Migration” (9/23). (541-276-8100). Fridays, through Aug. 23.

SATURDAYS

MELONFEST, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Festival and Main streets, Hermiston. This annual family friendly festival features vendors, live entertainment, kids games, free slices of watermelon, bathtub races and more. (541-289-1112). Saturday, Aug. 17.

WILD SCHOOL, 10 a.m. to noon, Heritage Pond Education Center (Pete’s Pond), 913 S. Miller Drive, La Grande. Geared for ages 6 to 12, students create nature-based art using a variety of mediums, engage in hands-on science and explore the outdoors. Free; RSVP online at bit.ly/ACEwild. (541-624-2800). Saturday, Aug. 3.

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). Saturday, Aug. 24.

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

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK, 5:30 p.m., Roy Raley Park, Pendleton. Live performance of the comedy “Twelfth Night” Free admission; donations accepted. See Happenings for details. (541-215-9917). Saturdays, Aug. 3 and 10.

WEEKEND AT THE BLUES RODEO, 7:30 p.m., Pioneer Posse Grounds, 84581 Highway 11, Milton-Freewater. Broncs, barrels and bulls, plus working dogs. Cost: $10 military/veterans, $15 children 6 to 14, $20 adults (cash only). See Happenings for details. Saturday, Aug. 3.

SUNDAYS

ART IN THE PARK, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Community Park, Pendleton. Creating art in fresh air can be inspiring on a hot summer day. Kids eight and under must be accompanied by a parent. $10 per child; register online at pendletonarts.org/product/art-in-the-park/. (541-278-9201). Sunday, Aug. 18.

HARRY POTTER BINGO NIGHT, 4 p.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. Wizards and muggles are invited for an evening of bingo fun. (541-566-2470). Sunday, Sept. 1.