Calling all junior rockhounds

HERMISTON — The annual Hatrockhounds Rock & Gem Show is coming up at Umatilla County Fairgrounds, 515 W. Orchard Ave., Friday through Sunday, May 10-12. Doors open at 10 a.m. for the Kids Corner, silent auctions, door prizes, demonstrations and more than 20 vendors offering rocks, gems, jewelry and beads. Admission is $5 adults, children 12 and under free with adult. Call 541-289-9800 for more info.

Grab your gear for the Kids Fishing Derby

UMATILLA — Hermiston Parks and Rec are prepping the pond with more than 2,500 fish! Reel in your little anglers for the annual Kids Fishing Derby at Fountain Pond next to McNary Dam from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 1. Parents can assist their children, age 2 to 11, but each child has to land their own fish. The event is free, with a three-fish limit (keep or release). For more details, call 541-667-5018.

Swap some seeds or craft supplies

STANFIELD — The garden is calling! If you’re in need of seeds or you have some left over, bring them to the library at 180 W. Coe Ave. Stanfield’s Seed Library gives patrons a chance to share what they have and take what they need. Later this month crafters get their chance. The Craft Supply Swap offers a chance to get rid of your old supplies and try something new. From May 1 to 14, drop off a bag (or two) of usable craft supplies, from yarn and fabric to beads and rubber stamps. Then drop by the library 1:30-4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, and sort through the donated supplies to find some inspiration. Call the library at 541-449-1254 to ask what kind of items they are accepting. For more details, call 541-377-9111.

Funland posts map for visually impaired

HERMISTON — Last month Funland Playground unveiled a new tactile map, a collaboration between Hermiston Parks and Rec and the Hermiston Lions Club. The map is designed to make the playground accessible for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, by allowing them to perceive information through touch. This map uses raised surfaces, textures, braille and symbols to represent Funland Playground. Call 541-667-5018 for more information.

Farmers Markets are sprouting up everywhere

UMATILLA COUNTY — May marks opening day for local farmers markets and more will follow in June. Pendleton Farmers Market kicks off on Friday, May 3, running most Fridays, 4-7 p.m. The market is on the 300 block of South Main Street. In Irrigon, the farmers market, at the Event Plaza, 420 NE Main Ave., starts up on Tuesday, May 28, runs each Tuesday, 5:30-8 p.m. Maxwell Market in Hermiston runs Thursdays, 4-7 p.m., beginning May 30 at Maxwell Siding Pavilion, 255 S. First Place. The Athena Tuesday Market can be found each week at Dugger Park, 4-7 p.m., starting June 4. And the Echo and Stanfield Market begins Saturday, June 15, and is every third Saturday, 4-7 p.m. at Bard Park in Stanfield. Markets feature farm-fresh produce, nursery plants, artisan edibles and most have live music. Bring the whole family!