FULL coming events calendar — Nov. 18, 2013

Published 8:35 am Monday, November 18, 2013

The EO publishes a list of coming events as space allows. Its posted weekly 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, NOV. 18

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COFFEE AND CONVERSATION WITH CHUCK WOOD, 7-8:30 a.m., Cookie Tree, 30 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. Share thoughts with Ward 2 councilman. (541-310-7306 or Chuck.wood@ci.pendleton.or.us).

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-276-8100).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).

TOT TIME, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Costs $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

ART STUDIO, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Free class for ages 7-12 to develop skills and encourage art exploration. (541-278-9201).

READY2LEARN PARENTS EDUCATION CLASS, 5 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Children welcome. (541-966-0380).

WILLY WONKA JR.,, 6 p.m., Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395, Hermiston. Community youth production. Costs $3 at the door or $2 if purchased at Hermiston Parks &?Rec. office, 180 N.E. Second St. (541-667-5018).

ATHENA KNITTERS GROUP, 7 p.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. Open to all knitters, crocheters and lovers of needle work. (541-566-2470).

TUESDAY, NOV. 19

TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, all day, Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free admission all day. (541-276-1066).

HERMISTON SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMUNITY INPUT MEETING, 7:30 a.m., Hermiston School District office boardroom, 502 W. Standard Ave., Hermiston. Brief presentation followed by Q&A session. (Briana 541-667-6010).

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276-8100).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254).

LEGO CLUB, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).

HOMEBUYERS WORKSHOP, 6-7 p.m., Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, 130 N.E. Second St., Hermiston. Free information for prospective homebuyers. (Bethany Winters 541-564-1979).

PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave. (541-966-0380).

HERMISTON SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMUNITY INPUT MEETING, 6:30 p.m., Sandstone Middle School library, 400 N.E. 10th St., Hermiston. Brief presentation followed by Q&A session. (Briana 541-667-6010).

PENDLETON EAGLES BINGO, 6:30-9 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge No. 28, 428 S. Main St. Benefits local charities. (541-278-2828).

STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 6:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. For elementary school-age children. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247)

TERRIFIC TUESDAY, 7 p.m., Heritage Station Museum, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. Bonnie Sager gives presentation about Marie Dorion. Free admission. (541-276-0012).

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 20

BABY BOOGIE &?TAPPIN TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567- 2882).

SACK SALE WEDNESDAY, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pawsability Thrift Store, 203 S.E. Goodwin Ave., Pendleton. Todays special: Jeans. Benefits Pendleton Animal Welfare Shelter. (541-276-0181 or pawspendleton@gmail.com).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).

STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).

TOT TIME, 1-2 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Costs $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

TEEN MOVIE NIGHT, 5:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library community room, 501 S.W. Emigrant Ave. Teen movie, snacks and the chance to win 2 free tickets to Wildhorse Cinemas. (541-966-0380).

WILLY WONKA JR.,, 6 p.m., Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395, Hermiston. Community youth production. Costs $3 at the door or $2 if purchased at Hermiston Parks &?Rec. office, 180 N.E. Second St. (541-667-5018).

THURSDAY, NOV. 21

BAKE SALE FUNDRAISER, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Good Shepherd Medical Center pharmacy lobby, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. (Mary Ann 541-567-6312).

PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247).

AMERICAN GIRLS AND BOYS PARTY, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Come dressed as your favorite historical character. Games, crafts, refreshments. (541-966-0380).

ARC OF UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6 p.m. doors open, bingo starts at 7 p.m. 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-7615).

FIGURE DRAWING OPEN STUDIO, 6-7:30 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Live clothed model will present short and long poses. No formal instruction; facilitator guides session. Costs $7-$10. Tables, chairs and easels provided; bring own supplies. (541-278-9201).

FIDDLERS NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Light refreshments served. (541-567-3141).

AN EVENING WITH ZAC GROOMS & LIGHT BREW, 7 p.m., Mavericks, 1619 N. First St., Hermiston. Country. No cover.

FIRST DRAFT WRITERS SERIES, 7 p.m., Prodigal Son Pub &?Brewery theater room, 230 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. The gathering features a reading by Northwest author Craig Lesley. , Participants can sign up for open mic time of 3-5 minutes each (first 10 only) following the author presentation. (541-278-9201).

OPEN MIC NIGHT, 7-8:45 p.m., Great Pacific Wine &?Coffee Co., 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. Enjoy local talent or try your hand at the stage. Call 541-276-8100 to get your name on the performers list.

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, 7:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Bob Clapp Theater, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students of all ages (not recommended for young children), available at the box office or by calling 541-278-5953.

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: James Uloth and Chris Dunham.

DAKOTA BROWN AND LUKE BASILE LIVE, 9 p.m. to midnight, Hamley Saloon, 8 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. 21 and over only, no cover. (541-278-1100 Ext. 35).

FRIDAY, NOV. 22

LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR THE TURKEY SHOOT GOLF TOURNAMENT, to be held Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. at Big River Golf Course, 709 Willamette St., Umatilla (McNary). Four-person scramble format is $40 per person. Golf carts not included; available to reserve on a first-come, first served basis. (541-922-3006).

MOMS ON THE MOVE, 8 a.m., meeting at Pendleton City Hall parking lot, 500 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. A workout class for moms with babies in strollers. The class starts at the library parking lot and moves to Roy Raley Park. Big kids welcome too. Free. (541-966-0380).

STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).

TODDLER STORY TIME, 10:15-10:45 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).

STORY & CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 Bonanza St., Echo. All youth welcome.

AFTER SCHOOL STORY TIME, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Books, music and a craft. Older siblings welcome. (541-966-0380).

WINE TASTING, 4-8 p.m., Sno Road Winery, 210 W. Main St., Echo. (541-376-0421).

CHILDRENS SHOW WITH ERIC HERMAN, kids talent show begins at 5:30 p.m., Eric Herman follows at 6:30 p.m., Mavericks, 1619 N. First St., Hermiston. Free admission. Eric Andres follows the childrens show with a fun show for adults.

ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE PARTY, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Learn about new exhibits, future plans/classes and membership. Refreshments served. Free. (Kim 541-276-1066).

ADULT OPEN GYM, 6-8 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 18 and up. (541-276-8100).

VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry, Hermiston. Everyone welcome.

THE SWING DOLLS, doors open at 7 p.m., performance begins at 7:30 p.m., Hermiston High School performing arts auditorium, 600 S. First St., Hermiston. Vocal trio performs renditions of songs made famous by the Andrews Sisters during World War II. A Dance Unlimited group will open program. Tickets are $30 for adults, $15 for children (veterans and their families pay $25 for adults, $10 for children) and can be purchased at the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce office, Hermiston Parks and Rec office or online at www.desertartscouncil.com. (Mary Corp 541-720-3859 or Jacelyn Keys 541-567-1620).

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, 7:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Bob Clapp Theater, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students of all ages (not recommended for young children), available at the box office or by calling 541-278-5953.

JARED PENNINGTON LIVE, 9 p.m. to midnight, Hamley Saloon, 8 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. 21 and over only, no cover. (541-278-1100 Ext. 35).

NUKETOWN, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Country rock. No cover.

SATURDAY, NOV. 23

HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Stanfield Secondary School, 1120 N. Main St. Lots of great crafts, food items, baked goods and more. Free admittance, but non-perishable food items will be accepted for Agape House. Proceeds benefit the schools ASB and Generation ?College programs. (541-449-3851 ext. 2259 or ext. 2229).

PENDLETON ALTRUSA HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. Admission is $1 per person. (Kylee 541-240-1224).

FREE FOR ALL, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Family art experience for children up to age 12. Children under 8 should be accompanied by an adult. (541-278-9201).

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Presbyterian Church, Ukiah. Everything from quilts and tablecloths to purses and placemats. Something for everyone. Sponsored by Stitch n Chatter Quilters and Battle Mountain AmVets Auxiliary.

MAGIC: THE GATHERING TOURNAMENT, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library community room, 501 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. Bring Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon, Magic or other tournament card sets and join the tournament or play for fun. All kids welcome. (541-966-0380).

DECORATING WORK PARTY, 11 a.m., Boardman City Hall, 200 City Center Circle. Residents are encouraged to help decorate the city for the holidays. All volunteers will be treated to a chili feed at the Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. (Diane Wolfe 541-481-3014).

HIP & HANDMADE, 11 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Free drop-in art project class for adults. (541-278-9201).

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING DINNER, noon to 2 p.m., Echo Community Church, 21 N. Bonanza, Echo. Free turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Everyone welcome.

CASINO NIGHT FUNDRAISER, 7-11 p.m., Bakes Restaurant, West Highway 730 and First Street, Irrigon. Play blackjack and Texas holdem for raffle prizes. Those not playing can purchase raffle tickets. Includes hourly door prizes, live auction and no-host drinks and food. Everyone welcome. Proceeds benefit the Irrigon Chamber of Commerce. (541-561-8137).

WILLOW CREEK SYMPHONY CONCERT, 7 p.m., Ione Community School, 445 Spring St., Ione. The Inland Northwest Musicians preparatory orchestra will perform music by Simon &?Garfunkel, Shenandoah and more. The Ione Advanced Band will play with the orchestra for two numbers. Free admission, but donations are welcome. A reception follows concert. (Judi Mason 541-314-5407 or R. Lee Friese 541-377-1865).

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, 7:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Bob Clapp Theater, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students of all ages (not recommended for young children), available at the box office or by calling 541-278-5953.

DAN FALLER LIVE, 9 p.m. to midnight, Hamley Saloon, 8 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. 21 and over only, no cover. (541-278-1100 Ext. 35).

NUKETOWN, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Country rock. No cover.

SUNDAY, NOV. 24

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

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, 2 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Bob Clapp Theater, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students of all ages (not recommended for young children), available at the box office or by calling 541-278-5953.

FIDDLERS NIGHT, 2 p.m., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Light refreshments served. (541-567-3141).

ADULT OPEN GYM, 6-8 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 18 and up. (541-276-8100).

IRISH DANCE CLASS, 6 p.m., Good Shepherd Medical Center Wellness Center (behind the hospital), 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Suitable for all fitness levels, no experience necessary. Wear form-fitting workout clothes. Free, but RSVP requested. (Natalie 818-395-7605).

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE, 7 p.m., Salvation Army Church, 150 S.E. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. Service will include community singing, sharing and a message from Captain Ricky Skruggs. Sisters in Song will provide special music. An offering will be taken for the Day Center. Refreshments will be served following the service. Everyone welcome.

MONDAY, NOV. 25

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276-8100).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).

TOT TIME, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

ART STUDIO, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Free class for ages 7-12 to develop skills and encourage art exploration. (541-278-9201).

GUINNESS BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS OREGON COMEDY SHOW, 8 p.m., Mavericks, 1619 N. First St., Hermiston. Be a part of this record-setting attempt. Headliner Morgan Preston; Tickets are $15.

TUESDAY, NOV. 26

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276-8100).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254).

LITERARY HOUR, 11 a.m., Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. A book and activity designed to promote literacy, self-expression and early reading. Free. (541-276-1066).

ARC ACTIVITY NIGHT, 5:30-6:30 p.m., ARC of Umatilla County, 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Games, crafts and light refreshments. Free and open to everyone. Donations accepted.

HEALTHY SENIOR SERIES, 6-7 p.m., Sun Terrace, 1550 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. ?? will discuss ??. Light refreshments will be served. Bring a friend. Free. (Beth Harrrington 541-564-2595).

HOMEBUYERS WORKSHOP, 6-7 p.m., Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, 130 N.E. Second St., Hermiston. Free information for prospective homebuyers. (Bethany Winters 541-564-1979).

PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave. (541-966-0380).

PENDLETON EAGLES BINGO, 6:30-9 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge No. 28, 428 S. Main St. Benefits local charities. (541-278-2828).

STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 6:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. For elementary school-age children. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247)

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 27

LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR THE CLUB 24 TURKEY TROT, through 8 p.m., races to be held Thursday, Nov. 28 beginning with check-in from 7-9 p.m. at Sno Road Winery, 210 W. Main St., Echo. 1-mile, 5K and 10K races begin at 9 a.m, Cost to register is $15 for adults, $10 for kids and includes a T-shirt. Proceeds benefit the Hermiston and Pendleton warming stations. (www.active.com)

BABY BOOGIE &?TAPPIN TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567- 2882).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).

STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).

TOT TIME, 1-2 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

THURSDAY, NOV. 28

ARC OF UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6 p.m. doors open, bingo starts at 7 p.m. 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-7615).

FIDDLERS NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Light refreshments served. (541-567-3141).

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Greg Asdourian and Russell Parker.

FRIDAY, NOV. 29

SANTA FLY-IN, 10 a.m., Hermiston Public Library parking lot, 235 E. Gladys Ave. Life Flight of Pendleton will deliver Santa for a community outreach event and visits with local children. Photos with Santa are free; contributions of non-perishable food for Agape Houses Elementary School Food Backpack Program are requested. Visits with Santa continue each Friday and Saturday in downtown Hermiston through Dec. 23. (Mark Keith 541-977-8231).

STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).

STORY & CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 Bonanza St., Echo. All youth welcome.

WINE TASTING, 4-8 p.m., Sno Road Winery, 210 W. Main St., Echo. (541-376-0421).

ADULT OPEN GYM, 6-8 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 18 and up. (541-276-8100).

VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry, Hermiston. Everyone welcome.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS PARADE, 6:30 p.m., beginning at Newport Park, 515 E. Newport Ave., traveling down Main Street and ending at the Umatilla County Fairgrounds, 425 W. ?Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Enjoy lighted vehicles and other entries as a kickoff to the holiday season.

COLORBLIND, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Rock. No cover.

SATURDAY, NOV. 30

BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER, 7-10 a.m., Stokes Landing Senior Center, 195 N.W. Opal Place, Irrigon. Cost is $4.50 per person. Proceeds benefit the Irrigon Multicultural Arts Center.

FREE FOR ALL, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Family art experience for children up to age 12. Children under 8 should be accompanied by an adult. (541-278-9201).

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wildhorse Resort?& Casino Rivers Event Center, 46510 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Free admission.

HIP & HANDMADE, 11 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Free drop-in art project class for adults. (541-278-9201).

MAC BISHOP AND NATIVE (X), 1 p.m., Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Mac Bishop of the Pendleton Woolen Mills Bishop family will discuss Native (X), a collaboration with Native artists to market their work and tell their stories. Refreshments will be served. Free and open to the public. (541-966-9748).

SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILY TIME, 3-6 p.m., Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. For children who may need a quieter, less crowded environment. Free for members/$1 for non-members. Registration required. (541-276-1066).

BIG COUNTRY BRANDON & DEZ LIVE, 9 p.m. to midnight, Hamley Saloon, 8 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. 21 and over only, no cover. (541-278-1100 Ext. 35).

COLORBLIND, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Rock. No cover.

SUNDAY, DEC. 1

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

BLIND DRAW POOL AND PINOCHLE TOURNAMENT, 2-4 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge, 428 S. Main St., Pendleton. Bring $3 entry fee and a potluck dish to share. (DIan Payant 541-429-1140).

ADULT OPEN GYM, 6-8 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 18 and up. (541-276-8100).

IRISH DANCE CLASS, 6 p.m., Good Shepherd Medical Center Wellness Center (behind the hospital), 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Suitable for all fitness levels, no experience necessary. Wear form-fitting workout clothes. Free, but RSVP requested. (Natalie 818-395-7605).

MONDAY, DEC. 2

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276-8100).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470).

TOT TIME, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

ART STUDIO, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Free class for ages 7-12 to develop skills and encourage art exploration. (541-278-9201).

TUESDAY, DEC. 3

TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, all day, Childrens Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free admission all day. (541-276-1066).

WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276-8100).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254).

HELP WITH MEDICARE, 3-5 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. Hermiston Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance Office volunteers are available to answer Medicare questions. Free for those on Medicare or their providers. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled by calling 541-667-3507.

HOMEBUYERS WORKSHOP, 6-7 p.m., Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, 130 N.E. Second St., Hermiston. Free information for prospective homebuyers. (Bethany Winters 541-564-1979).

PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave. (541-966-0380).

PENDLETON EAGLES BINGO, 6:30-9 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge No. 28, 428 S. Main St. Benefits local charities. (541-278-2828).

STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 6:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. For elementary school-age children. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247)

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 4

HERMISTON FARM FAIR, SEMINARS AND TRADE SHOW, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395. Potato production seminars and a general session are free for all attendees. Trade show features more than 50 agricultural businesses. (541-567-6151).

BABY BOOGIE &?TAPPIN TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567- 2882).

SACK SALE WEDNESDAY, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pawsability Thrift Store, 203 S.E. Goodwin Ave., Pendleton. Todays special: Bedding. Benefits Pendleton Animal Welfare Shelter. (541-276-0181 or pawspendleton@gmail.com).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).

STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).

TOT TIME, 1-2 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

THURSDAY, DEC. 5

HERMISTON FARM FAIR, SEMINARS AND TRADE SHOW, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395. Cereals seminars and a general session are free for all attendees. Pesticide core program costs $10 (recertification credits available); Insect Identification Workshop costs $50 and requires pre-registration. Trade show features more than 50 agricultural businesses. Farm Fair banquet begins at 6 p.m.; tickets are $25, available at the chamber office. (541-567-6151).

PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave., Milton-Freewater. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247).

FIRST THURSDAY, 4-7 p.m., downtown Pendleton. Visit downtown merchants for extended hours, specials and more. Follow the yellow balloons to participating merchants.

ARC OF UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6 p.m. doors open, bingo starts at 7 p.m. 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-7615).

FIGURE DRAWING OPEN STUDIO, 6-7:30 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Live clothed model will present short and long poses. No formal instruction; a facilitator will guide the session. Cost is $7-$10 per session. Tables, chairs and easels provided; bring your own supplies in any medium. (541-278-9201).

FIDDLERS NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hermiston Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. Light refreshments served. (541-567-3141).

ARTISTS RECEPTION, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Pendleton Public LIbrary meeting room, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Meet Debbie McIntosh, whose nature photography will be featured in the art exhibit area during the month of December. Refreshments. Everyone welcome. (541-966-0380).

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Leo Rowers and Feraz Ozel.

FRIDAY, DEC. 6

FIRST FRIDAY, all day, Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd. (off Highway 331 near Wildhorse Resort &?Casino), Pendleton. Free admission all day. (541-966-9748).

HERMISTON FARM FAIR, SEMINARS AND TRADE SHOW, 8 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395. Pesticide session is free for all attendees. Pesticide core program costs $10 (recertification credits available). Trade show features more than 50 agricultural businesses. (541-567-6151).

STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).

TODDLER STORY TIME, 10:15-10:45 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).

STORY & CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 Bonanza St., Echo. All youth welcome.

AFTER SCHOOL STORY TIME, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Books, music and a craft. Older siblings welcome. (541-966-0380).

WINE TASTING, 4-8 p.m., Sno Road Winery, 210 W. Main St., Echo. (541-376-0421).

ADULT OPEN GYM, 6-8 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 18 and up. (541-276-8100).

VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry, Hermiston. Everyone welcome.

SOCIAL DANCE FRIDAY, 7 p.m. free instruction, 7:30-9 p.m. open floor,The Arc?of Umatilla County, 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Admission is $5 at the door, ages 18 and older only. (541-667-5018).

OLDIES NIGHT @ THE LIBRARY, 7:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library Albee Room, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. BJ the DJ will play the music of ??. Suitable for all ages. (Bob Jones 541-938-8246).

PLACEBO EFFECT LIVE, 8 p.m., Mavericks, 1619 N. First St., Hermiston. Rock. No cover.

HARMONIOUS FUNK, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Variety. No cover.

SATURDAY, DEC. 7

FREE FIRST SATURDAY, all day, Heritage Station Museum, 108 S. W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. Free admission all day the first Saturday of every month through 2013. (541-276-0012).

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST, 6-10 a.m., White Eagle Grange, between Pendleton and Pilot Rock on Highway 395 South. Suggested donation of $7 for ages 8 and up, $4 for ages 5-7 and free for 4 and under. Bring 2 non-perishable food items for donation and receive $1 off breakfast. (Gail 541-276-3778).

PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m., Stanfield Community Center, 225 W. Roosevelt, Stanfield. $5 for a full breakfast/$3 for a lighter meal. Benefits general maintenance fund. Volunteers welcome. (541-449-1332).

DRIVER SAFETY WORKSHOP, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m., Good Shepherd Medical Center, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Focused on ages 50 and older, but all ages welcome. Cost is $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members. A lunch break is provided. Pre-registration required. (541-443-2231).

MUREA HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Roosters ?Restaurant, 1515 Southgate, Pendleton. Homemade food, crafts, raffle items and more. Proceeds benefit the Retired Educators Association scholarship fund. (541-276-5058).

FREE FOR ALL, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Family art experience for children up to age 12. Children under 8 should be accompanied by an adult. (541-278-9201).

ARTISAN ALLEY, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Heritage Station Museum, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. Browse crafts, artwork and more created by local artisans. (541-276-0012).

BAKERY GOODS AND CRAFTS SALE, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 210 N.W. Ninth St., Pendleton. Specialty coffees, baked potatoes and chili also will be available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Bells of Peace handbell choir.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Pilot Rock Community Center, 285 N.W. Cedar Place. Table rent is $10. (Lela Thieme 541-443-2127 or tinyurl.com/mau5p35).

HIP & HANDMADE, 11 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Free drop-in art project class for adults. (541-278-9201).

ECHO TOY RUN, leaves at noon from Main Street, Echo. Open to motorcycles and cars. Participants are asked to bring a new unwrapped toy for donation to Good Shepherd Medical Center for children undergoing treatment. (Al Sells 541-571-1820 or Mark Ettesvold 541-667-3460).

JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM, 5-8:30 p.m., Hermiston Seventh-day Adventist Church, 855 W. Highland Ave. Take a guided tour through a the town of Bethlehem. Free admission.

PENDLETON FESTIVAL OF TREES, 6 p.m., Pendleton ?Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. Enjoy prime rib dinner and dance to Portland-based 24/7. Holiday trees will be auctioned off; a silent auction includes tabletop trees, community experiences and holiday baskets. Tickets aer $40 which include dinner and desserts; information and invitations available at Daves Chevron, Banner Bank, Columbia Bank and the Pendleton chamber. (541-278-6618 or sahpendleton.org/FestivalOfTrees).

BRASS FIRE LIVE, 7 p.m., Mavericks, 1619 N. First St., Hermiston. Jazz. $5 cover waived for dinner guests.

HARMONIOUS FUNK, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Variety. No cover.

SUNDAY, DEC. 8

JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM, 5-8:30 p.m., Hermiston Seventh-day Adventist Church, 855 W. Highland Ave. Take a guided tour through a the town of Bethlehem. Free admission.

MONDAY, DEC. 9

JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM, 5-8:30 p.m., Hermiston Seventh-day Adventist Church, 855 W. Highland Ave. Take a guided tour through a the town of Bethlehem. Free admission.

TUESDAY, DEC. 10

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11

BABY BOOGIE &?TAPPIN TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567- 2882).

SACK SALE WEDNESDAY, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pawsability Thrift Store, 203 S.E. Goodwin Ave., Pendleton. Todays special: Clothing. Benefits Pendleton Animal Welfare Shelter. (541-276-0181 or pawspendleton@gmail.com).

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380).

STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).

TOT TIME, 1-2 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276-8100).

THURSDAY, DEC. 12

CHRISTMAS IN THE ROUND MUSICAL THEATER, 7 p.m., Stateline Community Church, 85440 Highway 11, Milton-Freewater. Enjoy holiday music and gourmet desserts. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 12 and under or $65 for a table of 8. Tickets available by calling Brenda at 509-529-5007 or via email at ruga1@charter.net.

AROUND THE WORLD AT CHRISTMAS TIME, 6 p.m., Sam Boardman Elementary School gymnasium, 301 Wilson Lane, Boardman. Attendees are asked to bring a non-perishable food item for donation to the Boardman food basket program. Free admission. Everyone welcome. (Louise Kienzle 541-481-7383).

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Meghan Raherty and Dan Paul

FRIDAY, DEC. 13

CHRISTMAS IN THE ROUND MUSICAL THEATER, 4:30 p.m., Stateline Community Church, 85440 Highway 11, Milton-Freewater. Enjoy holiday music and gourmet hors doeuvres. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 12 and under or $65 for a table of 8. Tickets available by calling Brenda at 509-529-5007 or via email at ruga1@charter.net.

CHRISTMAS IN THE ROUND MUSICAL THEATER, 7 p.m., Stateline Community Church, 85440 Highway 11, Milton-Freewater. Enjoy holiday music and gourmet desserts. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 12 and under or $65 for a table of 8. Tickets available by calling Brenda at 509-529-5007 or via email at ruga1@charter.net.

SHANKS PONY, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Variety. No cover.

SATURDAY, DEC. 14

HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Marys Catholic Church parish hall, 800 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. Lots of handcrafted items for sale. Brunch, lunch and desserts will be available for purchase. $1 admission fee includes a raffle ticket. Proceeds benefit needy families in the community. (541-276-2751).

CHRISTMAS IN THE ROUND MUSICAL THEATER, 4:30 p.m., Stateline Community Church, 85440 Highway 11, Milton-Freewater. Enjoy holiday music and gourmet hors doeuvres. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 12 and under or $65 for a table of 8. Tickets available by calling Brenda at 509-529-5007 or via email at ruga1@charter.net.

CHRISTMAS IN THE ROUND MUSICAL THEATER, 7 p.m., Stateline Community Church, 85440 Highway 11, Milton-Freewater. Enjoy holiday music and gourmet desserts. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 12 and under or $65 for a table of 8. Tickets available by calling Brenda at 509-529-5007 or via email at ruga1@charter.net.

SHANKS PONY, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Variety. No cover.

SUNDAY, DEC. 15

MONDAY, DEC. 16

TUESDAY, DEC. 17

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 18

SACK SALE WEDNESDAY, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pawsability Thrift Store, 203 S.E. Goodwin Ave., Pendleton. Todays special: Books. Benefits Pendleton Animal Welfare Shelter. (541-276-0181 or pawspendleton@gmail.com).

THURSDAY, DEC. 19

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: B.J. Johnson.

FRIDAY, DEC. 20

THE SHADES, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Rock. No cover.

SATURDAY, DEC. 21

THE SHADES, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Rock. No cover.

SUNDAY, DEC. 22

MONDAY, DEC. 23

TUESDAY, DEC. 24

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 25

THURSDAY, DEC. 26

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: Doug Wyckoff and Teresa Wyckoff.

FRIDAY, DEC. 27

BREWERS GRADE, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Country rock. No cover.

SATURDAY, DEC. 28

BREWERS GRADE, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Country rock. No cover.

SUNDAY, DEC. 29

MONDAY, DEC. 30

TUESDAY, DEC. 31

PATTON LEATHA, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildfire Sports Bar at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. R&B. No cover.

THE BRICK HOUSE BAND, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Wildhorse Resort & Casino Rivers Event Center, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Variety. No cover.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 1

THURSDAY, JAN. 2

WILDHORSE COMEDY JAM, 8 p.m., Wildfire Sports Bar, Wildhorse Casino & Resort, 72777 Highway 331, Pendleton. Featured comedians: TBA.

FRIDAY, JAN. 3

SATURDAY, JAN. 4

SUNDAY, JAN. 5

MONDAY, JAN. 6

TUESDAY, JAN. 7

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 8

SATURDAY, JAN. 11

DANCING WITH YOUR STARS, featuring local talent teamed with professional dancers vying for bragging rights and supporting local charities. Tickets are $30 for adults, $20 for children and can be purchased at the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce office, Hermiston Parks and Rec office or online at www.desertartscouncil.com. (Mary Corp 541-720-3859 or Jacelyn Keys 541-567-1620).

SATURDAY, FEB. 15

LOVE LETTERS, doors open at 6:30 p.m., performance begins at 7 p.m., The SAGE?Center, 101 Olson Road, Boardman. Tour of the center, hors douevres, wine and beer tasting will be followed by a performance of the Pulitzer Prize-nominated play. Tickets are $50 (adults only) and can be purchased at the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce office, Hermiston Parks and Rec office or online at www.desertartscouncil.com. (Mary Corp 541-720-3859 or Jacelyn Keys 541-567-1620).

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