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COMING EVENTS A2 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM The Hermiston Herald publishes a list of coming events as space allows. 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 Hermiston Herald, 333 E. Main St., Hermiston, OR 97838 or community@hermistonherald.com. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 AARP TAX AID, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Walk-ins welcome, no appointment necessary. WORLD WAR I HIGHWAY SIGN DEDICATION, 9 a.m., Pendleton VFW, 1221 S.E. Court Place. A ceremony honoring Umatilla County veterans who served and died in World War I includes speeches by military veterans, Color Guard and “Taps” played by a military band. Three signs honoring WWI vets will be erected on Highway 395 south of Pendleton and north of Hermiston on Thursday. (Glenn Scott 541-667-3125). 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. COMMUNITY AGRICULTURAL WORKERS AND EMPLOYERS RESOURCE FAIR, 5:30-7 p.m., Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395. Learn about training and employment programs and take advantage of free oral, cholesterol and blood pressure checks and screenings. Free dinner from 5-6 p.m., drawings throughout the event. (541-567-6151). THURSDAY, MARCH 10 COFFEE WITH THE CHIEFS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Chuckwagon Cafe, 81027 N. Highway 395, Hermiston. Meet with local fire and emergency personnel and have your questions and concerns addressed. (Scott Stanton 541- 567-8822). 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). LIVING WITH ALZHEIMER’S FOR CAREGIVERS: MIDDLE STAGE, 2-6 p.m., Good Shepherd Medical Center education department, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Oregon Care Partners share about creating a positive environment for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and address the discuss challenges of caring for Alzheimer’s patients at home. Free, but pre-register at 800-272- 3900. 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, MARCH 9, 2016 PET OF THE WEEK FRIDAY, MARCH 18 STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882). FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Brookdale Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave. Join jam session or just listen. (541-567-3141). BARTHOLOMEW BUILDING DEDICATION CEREMONY, 2 p.m., 110 N. Court St., Heppner. Tour Morrow County’s new administrative building and listen to Gary Kopperud talk about the restoration of the courthouse clock from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Everyone welcome. STORY & CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 Bonanza St. Oct-May only DAVE COULIER COMEDY SPECIAL, 7 p.m., Wildhorse Resort & Casino, 46510 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Star of “Full House” shares “clean” comedy. No-host bar available, 21 and over only. Tickets are $19 for general seating, $29 for premium, available at the casino gift shop or at www.wildhorseresort.com VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St. FRIDAY, MARCH 11 STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882). SATURDAY, MARCH 19 WEE BIT O’IRELAND CELEBRATION, all day, Heppner. Sheepdog trials, Great Green Parade, craft fair, kids’ games and more. STORY & CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 Bonanza St. Oct-May only VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St. SATURDAY, MARCH 12 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. Free. SEED SWAP AND SEED STARTING EVENT, 2:30 p.m., Hermiston Public Library Lanham Room (basement), 235 E. Gladys Ave. Bring seeds to swap and 5 pots per family if you want help starting seeds; a limited amount of soil will be available. Free and suitable for all ages. (Jodi Hansen 541-567-2882). FUNDING THE FERGUISONS DINNER AND SILENT AUCTION, 5 p.m., The Pheasant Bar & Grill, 149 E. Main St., Hermiston. Smoked tri-tip dinner is $20. Silent auction includes guided hunting/fishing trips, custom duck and goose calls, wine baskets, concealed carry classes, gift certificates and more. Benefits Mike Ferguison family. (Jacob Perry 541-274- 9387). SUNDAY, MARCH 13 TERABERRY BENEFIT DINNER AND AUCTION, 4 p.m., Hermiston High School commons. Tri-tip dinner is $35. Silent auction. Proceeds benefit medical treatments for Tim Teraberry. “SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY,” 4 p.m., Heppner Elementary School, 235 Stansbury St. The Willow Creek Symphony will perform including “In the Hall of the Mountain King,” “Shumannesque Concert Mini-Suite” and more. Free admission; a reception will follow the concert. Donations accepted. TUESDAY, MARCH 15 TERRIFICALLY FREE TUESDAY, all day, Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. (541-276-1066). This is Lilly, an adult female Labrador retriever mix. She came to the shelter because her previous owner was unable to keep her. Shelter staff say she is shy but sweet. She is current on all her vaccinations and is eligible for a free veterinary examination. She can be adopted for $150 at the Humane Society of Eastern Oregon Pet Rescue, and there is $50 refund if he is ¿xed within 0 days of adoption. ,f you are interested in welcoming a pet into your home, visit Pet Rescue at 1844 N.W. Geer Road, Hermiston, or call 54154. 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). FOREST RESILIENCY PROJECT PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT SESSION, 6-9 p.m., Heppner Ranger District office, 117 S. Main St., Heppner. Representatives of the Umatilla National Forest will discuss a broader strategy to accelerate the pace and scale of forest restoration in Eastern Oregon to provide both healthy forests and health communities. Public input is encouraged. (Joani Bosworth 541-278-3722). HERMISTON EAGLES BINGO, 7 p.m., Hermiston Eagles Lodge, 160 N.W. Second St. (541-289-7107). WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 AARP TAX AID, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Walk-ins welcome, no appointment necessary. BABY BOOGIE & TAPPIN’ TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541- 567- 2882). cello group with more than 900 songs they have arranged for cello in their repertoire. Tickets are $15, limited to 100 seats. Reserve seats by calling 541-278- 9201. THURSDAY, MARCH 17 COFFEE WITH THE CHIEFS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Lucky Jam Barn, 270 S. Main St., Stanfield. Meet with local fire and emergency personnel and have your questions and concerns addressed. (Scott Stanton 541- 567-8822). 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). 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., Brookdale Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave. Join jam session or just listen. (541-567-3141). THURSDAY, MARCH 24 COFFEE WITH THE CHIEFS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., TBA, Hermiston. Meet with local fire and emergency personnel and have your questions and concerns addressed. (Scott Stanton 541-567-8822). 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). 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., Brookdale Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave. Join jam session or just listen. (541-567-3141). FRIDAY, MARCH 25 STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882). PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254). STORY & CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 Bonanza St. Oct-May only BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Costs $4 for seniors 55 or $5 for adults. (541-481- 3257). VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St. 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 ACTIVITY NIGHT, 5:30-6:30 p.m., The Arc Umatilla County, 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Games, crafts and refreshments. HERMISTON EAGLES BINGO, 7 p.m., Hermiston Eagles Lodge, 160 N.W. Second St. (541-289-7107). WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 AARP TAX AID, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Walk-ins welcome, no appointment necessary. 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). GOOD FRIDAY WORSHIP SERVICE, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 191 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. SATURDAY, MARCH 26 PETER RABBIT BREAKFAST, 7:30- 10:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 191 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. Cost is $5 (free for 5 and under), includes pancakes, sausage, fruit and beverage; face painting, Easter egg hunt, crafts, balloons, a visit from Peter Rabbit and more. (Jackie Dunlap 541-720-1344). 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). BOARDMAN COMMUNITY EASTER EGG HUNT, 10:30 a.m., Marina Park, 1 Marine Drive. Fun for kids of all ages. Free. 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. Free. 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. PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254). PORTLAND CELLO PROJECT, 7 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. All-ages show features ! s g n i l r a Little D Submit a photo of your Little Darling (Age 0 - 3) & be entered into a drawing for prizes by local sponsors! 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. Free. TUESDAY, MARCH 22 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). This special section will be full of adorable little darlings that have arrived over the last 3 years to bless many families and our communities. Families will want to keep this special keepsake for their child and family for years to come. GREENFIELD GRANGE BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m., 209 N.W. First St., Boardman. Cost is $5 for adults, $2.50 for children under 10. (541- 720-7267). STANFIELD SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, noon, Stanfield Community Center, 225 W. Roosevelt. Costs $3.50 for seniors, $6 for others. Escape your current wireless plan. We’ll cover ALL your switching costs. (ETF or remaining device balance.) Plus, get $300 back per line in U.S. Cellular® Promo Cards. 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