MONDAYS

SKATE WITH SANTA, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Roy Raley Park ice rink, Pendleton. Enjoy a free skate day at the ice rink. Santa will make his appearance and be available for candid photos; activities and games are offered for kids, along with warm drinks at the concessions stand. (541-276-8100). Monday, Dec. 23.

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).

MAKE AND TAKE ART, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts. This free drop-in class gives kids ages 5 to 12 a creative outlet during no-school days. PCA provide the supplies and a snack. (541-278-9201). Monday, Dec. 23.

CANDY CANE SCAVENGER HUNT, 11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. Kids from grades K to 5 are invited to come search the library for Bucky’s missing candy canes. The first 50 participants will receive a prize. (541-567-2882). Monday, Dec. 9.

ART-Y PARTY CLUB, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Wallowa Public Library, 201 East First St. Kids from 8 to 18 can enjoy a different activity each month, from drawing to painting to paper folding. Kids under 10 need an adult to stay with them. Snacks are provided. (541-886-4265). Fourth Mondays.

YOUTH HOLIDAY ART WORKSHOP, 5 to 7 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts. This session will focus on DIY holiday decorations with an assortment of holiday inspired, self-lead art projects. Cost is $10. (541-278-9201). Monday, Dec. 16.

TUESDAYS

CREATE AT THE 906, 4 to 5:30 p.m., 906 Youth Resource Center, 906 Sixth Street, La Grande. The youth center is open for free crafting for teens, supplies provided, no registration needed. (541-962-1339). Tuesday, Dec. 3 & 17.

AFTER SCHOOL CRAFT GROUP, 4 to 5 p.m., Union Carnegie Library, 182 N. Main St. Meet at the Union library for an hour of community-led crafting, full of creative fun. (541-562-5811). First Tuesdays.

TEEN WRITING WORKSHOP, 6 to 7 p.m., Hermiston City Hall, 180 NE Second St. Teens in grades 6 to 12 can unleash their imagination and explore their creativity among friends. Open to beginners and seasoned writers alike. (541-567-2882). Tuesday. Dec. 10.

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).

LEGOBOTICS CLUB, 5 to 7 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 SW Dorion Ave. Grades 6 to 8 can dive into designing and building Lego robots, no experience needed. Free; registration required, call 541-966-0380. Wednesday, Dec. 4.

THURSDAYS

TODDLER TAKE OVER, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Hermiston Community Center, 415 S. Highway 395. Open space play time where kids 5 and under can bring their trikes and scooters or participate in activities. Parents must remain on site. Drop-in cost is $1 per child. (541-667-5018). Thursdays, Dec. 5 & 22.

STORYTIME & CRAFT, 10:30 a.m., Cook Memorial Library, 2006 Fourth St., La Grande. Bring the littles for a story and some crafting. (541-962-1339).

CAROLS & COCOA, 6 to 8 p.m., Art Center East, 1006 Penn Ave., La Grande. Free community caroling event with refreshments. See Happenings for details. Thursday, Dec. 12.

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).

PICTURES WITH SANTA, 1 to 3 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. Stop by the library for photos with Santa in front of a Christmas backdrop. (541-567-2882). Friday, Dec. 13.

FAMILY NIGHT AT REC IT ARENA, 4 to 7 p.m., Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center, 1705 E. Airport Road, Hermiston. For $5 per child (with one free parent), kids can enjoy inflatable bounce houses, game competitions, a toddler zone, snacks and beverages. (541-667-5018). Friday, Dec. 6.

LIGHTED PARADE & TREE LIGHTING, 5:45 p.m., Festival Street, Hermiston. Decorated vehicles of all types join the parade, followed by Santa’s arrival at 6:15 p.m. for the tree lighting. (541-667-5018). Saturday, Dec. 14.

UMATILLA TREE LIGHTING, 6:30 p.m., Umatilla City Hall, 700 Sixth St. Come down for cocoa, cookies, photos with Santa photo and the annual tree lighting. (541-922-3226). Friday, Dec. 6.

TEEN NIGHT AT REC IT ARENA, 7:30 to 10 p.m., Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center, 1705 E. Airport Road, Hermiston. Middle school and high-schoolers can have fun with friends for $5 per teen, with inflatables, game, snacks and music. (541-667-5018). Friday, Dec. 6.

DROP-IN TEEN NIGHT, 6 to 8 p.m., Pendleton Rec Center, 510 SW Dorion Ave., Teens can enjoy hanging out with friends, with pizza and activities like volleyball or video games. This is a free drop-in event and youth 12 to 18 are welcome. (541-276-8100). Every other Friday, Dec. 6 & 20.

SATURDAYS

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA, 8 to 11 a.m., Pendleton Rec Center Kitchen, 510 SW Dorion Ave. $6 per person. See Happenings for details. (541-966-0380). Saturday, Dec. 7.

PANCAKES WITH SANTA, 9 to 11 a.m., Hermiston Community Center, 415 S. Highway 395. This popular event features breakfast, crafts, games and photos. Advance tickets required, call 541-667-5018 for prices and reservations. Saturday, Dec. 14.

BABYSITTING BASICS, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Good Shepherd Medical Center, 610 N.W. 11th Street, Hermiston. Babysitters from 10 to 15 can learn childcare techniques, basic first aid and CPR for infants and children. Class fee: $60, includes lunch & all class materials. Register online at www.gshealth.org/classes-events. (541-667-3509). Saturday, Dec. 14.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA, 10 a.m. to noon, Umatilla Fire Department, 305 Willamette St. Start your weekend off with a magical morning at this free community breakfast and photo op. (541-922-3718). Saturday, Dec. 14.

CRIME SCENE AT HOGWARTS, 3 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 SW Dorion Ave. A crime has been committed at Hogwarts and a team of teen detectives has one hour to solve it. Free; registration required, call 541-966-0380. Saturday, Dec. 28.

SANTA STORYTIME, 3 p.m., Cook Memorial Library, 2006 Fourth St., La Grande. Children are welcome to join Mr. & Mrs. Claus in the Community Room for Christmas songs and stories. (541-962-1339). Saturday, Dec. 14.

KIDS BINGO, 6 p.m., Umatilla Council Chamber, 100 Cline Ave. Bingo is gaining popularity among the younger set. Cost is $5 for a unique card and a chance to win. Sponsored by Umatilla Parks & Rec. (541-922-3226). Saturday, Dec. 14.

SUNDAYS

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

OES HOLIDAY MUSIC FESTIVAL, 2:30 p.m., Vert Auditorium, 480 SW Dorion Ave. Three choirs and a brass quintet join Oregon East Symphony in this seasonal songfest. Free seating is available; call 541-276-0320 for details. Sunday, Dec. 8.