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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2015
COMING EVENTS
PET OF THE WEEK
The Hermiston Herald
publishes a list of coming
events as space allows. All
items are assumed free,
nonpro¿t and open to the
public unless otherwise
noted. Coming events items
should be submitted well
in advance to calendar c/o
Hermiston Herald, 333 E.
Main St., Hermiston, OR
97838 or community@
hermistonherald.com.
BMCC FACULTY AND STAFF ART
SHOW OPENING RECEPTION,
4:30-6:30 p.m., Blue Mountain
Community College Betty
Feves Memorial Art Gallery,
2411 N.W. Carden Ave.,
Pendleton. Annual show
features the artistic talent of
BMCC employees. Show runs
through Feb. 4. Free. (541-278-
5952).
THE ARC UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO,
6 p.m. doors open, bingo
starts at 7 p.m. 215 W. Orchard
Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-
7615).
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 23
BABY BOOGIE & TAPPIN’ TODDLERS,
10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston
Public Library, 235 E. Gladys
Ave. (541-567- 2882).
FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m.,
Hermiston Terrace Assisted
Living, 980 W. Highland Ave.
Join jam session or just listen.
(541-567-3141).
STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon,
Hermiston Public Library, 235
E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).
FRIDAY, JAN. 8
STANFIELD SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Stanfield Community
Center, 225 W. Roosevelt.
Costs $3.50 for seniors, $6 for
others.
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.
VFW BINGO, doors open at 6
p.m., games start at 7 p.m.,
Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry
St.
THURSDAY, DEC. 24
BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Boardman Senior
Center, 100 Tatone St. Costs $4
for seniors or $5 for adults.
(541-481-3257).
HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Hermiston Senior
Center, 435 W. Orchard
Ave. Costs $4 or free for
children under 10. Extra 50
cents for utensils/dishes.
Meals on Wheels available.
Transportation arranged by
donation. (541-567-3582).
COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP DINNER
SET-UP PARTY, 1-4 p.m.,
Hermiston Senior Center, 435
W. Orchard Ave. (541-567-
3013).
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER, 4-6 p.m.,
Blue Mountain Community
College Pioneer Hall student
union, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave.,
Pendleton. Ham dinner with
all the trimmings, dessert and
a special trip to Santa’s Toy
Shop; all children attending
will receive a photo with Santa
and a gift. Transportation and
meal delivery are available,
contact Dawn DiFuria by Dec.
21 at 541-278-5937.
CANDLELIGHT SERVICE, 6-7 p.m.,
Hermiston Christian Center,
1825 W. Highland Ave.
Christmas music and the
reading of the Christmas story.
THE ARC UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO,
6 p.m. doors open, bingo
starts at 7 p.m. 215 W. Orchard
Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-
7615).
FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m.,
Hermiston Terrace Assisted
Living, 980 W. Highland Ave.
Join jam session or just listen.
(541-567-3141).
FRIDAY, DEC. 25
COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP DINNER,
11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hermiston
Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard
Ave. (For meal delivery or
transportation, call 541-567-
3013 through Wednesday or
541-567-3582 on Christmas
eve/day).
SATURDAY, DEC. 26
FUNDRAISER BREAKFAST, 7:30-10:30
a.m., Irrigon Senior Center, 195
N.W. Opal Place. Cost is $4.50
per person. Proceeds benefit
the Irrigon Multicultural Arts
Center project. (Peggy 541-
567-3806).
FAMILY HISTORY WORKSHOPS, 10
a.m., Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints, 850 S.W. 11th
St., Hermiston. Workshops at
10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
(Jeanette Byers 541-667-
7046).
SATURDAY CRAFT TIME, 11 a.m. to 1
p.m., Hermiston Public Library,
235 E. Gladys Ave. Enjoy craft
projects for children ages 5th
grade and younger.
SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILY TIME, 3-6
p.m., Children’s 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).
SUNDAY, DEC. 27
SPECIAL NEEDS OPEN GYM, noon
to 1:30 p.m., Pendleton
Recreation Center, 510 S.W.
Dorion Ave. Free for special
needs children and families.
(541-276-8100).
FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 2 p.m., Hermiston
Terrace Assisted Living, 980 W.
Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join
the jam session or just listen.
(541-567-3141).
TUESDAY, DEC. 29
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11
a.m., Stanfield Public Library,
180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254).
SATURDAY, JAN. 9
SAGE SATURDAY, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.,
SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road,
Boardman. Free admission
and activities for children and
parents.
SATURDAY CRAFT TIME, 11 a.m. to 1
p.m., Hermiston Public Library,
235 E. Gladys Ave. Enjoy craft
projects for children ages 5th
grade and younger.
This is Eclipse, a female Beagle and Chihuahua mix puppy. She came to the shelter as a stray. She is current on
all his vaccinations and is eligible for a free veterinary examination. She can be adopted for $175 at the Humane
Society of Eastern 2regon 3et 5escue, and there is $5 refund if he is ¿xed by months of age. ,f you are inter-
ested in welcoming a pet into your home, there are several Chihuahua and Dachshund mix dogs, adult and puppies
as well as larger dogs and cats, now looking for homes at Pet Rescue, 1844 N.W. Geer Road, Hermiston, or call
541-54-.
BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Boardman Senior
Center, 100 Tatone St. Costs $4
for seniors 55 or $5 for adults.
(541-481-3257).
HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Hermiston Senior
Center, 435 W. Orchard
Ave. Costs $4 or free for
children under 10. Extra 50
cents for utensils/dishes.
Meals on Wheels available.
Transportation arranged by
donation. (541-567-3582).
HERMISTON EAGLES BINGO, 7 p.m.,
Hermiston Eagles Lodge, 160
N.W. Second St. (541-806-
4553).
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 30
BABY BOOGIE & TAPPIN’ TODDLERS,
10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston
Public Library, 235 E. Gladys
Ave. (541-567- 2882).
STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon,
Hermiston Public Library, 235
E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).
THURSDAY, DEC. 31
HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Hermiston Senior
Center, 435 W. Orchard
Ave. Costs $4 or free for
children under 10. Extra 50
cents for utensils/dishes.
Meals on Wheels available.
Transportation arranged by
donation. (541-567-3582).
THE ARC UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO,
6 p.m. doors open, bingo
starts at 7 p.m. 215 W. Orchard
Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-
7615).
FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m.,
Hermiston Terrace Assisted
Living, 980 W. Highland Ave.
Join jam session or just listen.
(541-567-3141).
HAPPY CANYON NEW YEAR’S BASH,
8 p.m., Pendleton Convention
Center, 1601 Westgate. Live
music and all-ages dancing
with Tylor & the Train Robbers,
table and card games in the
rear and libations available
for purchase. Admission is $5
per person; guests 21 and over
will receive a complimentary
$5 gambling chip. Everyone
welcome.
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY, 8 p.m.,
Ordnance Brewing, 405 N.
Olson Road, Boardman. Feed,
entertainment and, of course,
beer. 21 and over. (541-571-
8541).
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY, 9:30 p.m.,
Wildhorse Resort & Casino
Rivers Events Center, 46510
Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton.
DJ music, dancing, party
favors and a celebratory toast
at midnight. Free.
FRIDAY, JAN. 1
FIRST DAY HIKE, 11 a.m., Hat Rock
State Park boat launch,
82375 C St. (off Highway 730),
Hermiston. Park rangers
or volunteers will lead a
moderate two-mile hike along
the River Trail. Wear sturdy
shoes and dress for inclement
weather in layers; bring water
and binoculars for wildlife
viewing. Dogs are welcome
but must be on a six-foot
leash. Free, and day-use
parking fees are waived. (541-
786-2755).
consultations, call 541-667-
3507.
HERMISTON EAGLES BINGO, 7 p.m.,
Hermiston Eagles Lodge, 160
N.W. Second St. (541-806-
4553).
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 6
SATURDAY, JAN. 2
PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m.,
Stanfield Community Center,
225 W. Roosevelt. Costs $5
for full breakfast/$3 for light
meal. (541-449-1332).
FIRST SATURDAY BREAKFAST, 7:30-
10:30 a.m., Boardman Senior
Center, 100 Tatone St. Cost is $5
per person. (541-481-3257).
BABY BOOGIE & TAPPIN’ TODDLERS,
10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston
Public Library, 235 E. Gladys
Ave. (541-567- 2882).
STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon,
Hermiston Public Library, 235
E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882).
STANFIELD SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Stanfield Community
Center, 225 W. Roosevelt. Costs
$3.50 for seniors, $6 for others.
THURSDAY, JAN. 7
BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Boardman Senior
Center, 100 Tatone St. Costs $4
for seniors or $5 for adults.
(541-481-3257).
HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Hermiston Senior
Center, 435 W. Orchard
Ave. Costs $4 or free for
children under 10. Extra 50
cents for utensils/dishes.
Meals on Wheels available.
Transportation arranged by
donation. (541-567-3582).
DANCING WITH YOUR HERMISTON
STARS, 6 p.m. box office
opens, 6:30 p.m. doors open,
Hermiston High School fine
arts auditorium, 600 S. First
St. Six community members
will perform with professional
dancers to raise money for
local charities. Judges and
the public ($1 per vote) will
decide the winner. The Utah
Ballroom Dance Troupe also
will perform, along with local
youth dancers. Tickets are $35
for adults, $17.50 for ages 18
and under, available online at
www.desertartscouncil.com,
the Hermiston Chamber and
Hermiston Parks & Rec office.
SUNDAY, JAN. 10
SPECIAL NEEDS OPEN GYM, noon
to 1:30 p.m., Pendleton
Recreation Center, 510 S.W.
Dorion Ave. Free for special
needs children and families.
(541-276-8100).
SATURDAY CRAFT TIME, 11 a.m. to 1
p.m., Hermiston Public Library,
235 E. Gladys Ave. Enjoy craft
projects for children ages 5th
grade and younger.
SUNDAY, JAN. 3
SPECIAL NEEDS OPEN GYM, noon
to 1:30 p.m., Pendleton
Recreation Center, 510 S.W.
Dorion Ave. Free for special
needs children and families.
(541-276-8100).
MONDAY, JAN. 4
SENSORY PLAY, 11 a.m., Children’s
Museum of Eastern Oregon,
400 S. Main St., Pendleton. For
children ages 0-3. Free with
paid admission. (541-276-
1066).
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).
Thank you
Dr. Berecz for
serving our
community!
TUESDAY, JAN. 5
TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, all day,
Children’s Museum of Eastern
Oregon, 400 S. Main St.,
Pendleton. (541-276-1066).
JUNGLE STORY TIME, 10 a.m. to
noon, Children’s Museum of
Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main
St., Pendleton. Free with paid
admission. (541-276-1066).
ROBERT BERECZ, M.D.
After nine years of continued service to
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11
a.m., Stanfield Public Library,
180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-
1254).
our community, it is with deep respect
BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Boardman Senior
Center, 100 Tatone St. Costs $4
for seniors 55 or $5 for adults.
(541-481-3257).
retirement of Robert Berecz, M.D.,
HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE,
noon, Hermiston Senior
Center, 435 W. Orchard
Ave. Costs $4 or free for
children under 10. Extra 50
cents for utensils/dishes.
Meals on Wheels available.
Transportation arranged by
donation. (541-567-3582).
HELP WITH MEDICARE, 3-5 p.m.,
Hermiston Public Library, 235
E. Gladys Ave. Senior Health
Insurance Benefits Assistance
Office answer Medicare
questions. For individual
and gratitude that we announce the
General Surgeon. As of December 18,
2015, Dr. Berecz will no longer be
seeing patients in the clinic.
We wish Dr. Berecz and his family
best of luck and the best retirement as
they embark on their new journey.
CORRECTION
Gary L. West’s Shades of Gray column
and the headline on Page A9 of the Dec.
1 edition of the Hermiston Herald incor-
rectly identi¿ed Dr. Seuss character from
“How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” The
character’s name was Cindy Lou Who. The
author/editor has been assigned to re-watch
the 19 holiday classic special as penance.
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