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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 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). 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. PORTLAND CELLO PROJECT, 7 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. All-ages show features 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). ANNUAL BANQUET, 4:30 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. More than $40,000 in merchandise will be raffled of during the event. Banquet tickets are $20 for youths 12 and under, $35 for adults, available at https:// events.rmef.org/shop.aspx; raffle tickets, tickets packages and memberships also available for purchase online. Tickets will not be sold at the door. TUESDAY, MARCH 22 PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254). 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). 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. UMATILLA EASTER EGG HUNT, 10 a.m., McNary Dam West Park, Umatilla. Children ages 2-10 are encouraged to bring a basket and participate in the fun. Six lucky hunters finding special Easter eggs will win an Easter basket full of goodies. Free. (Karen 541- 922-4825). BOARDMAN COMMUNITY EASTER EGG HUNT, 10:30 a.m., Marina Park, 1 Marine Drive. Fun for kids of all ages. Free. “INTRIGUE AT GLENDALOUGH,” 7:30 p.m., St. Patrick’s Catholic Church parish hall, 560 N.W. Jones St., Heppner. Kick of St. Pat’s weekend in Heppner with Father Condon’s latest play. Free admission. STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882). HERMISTON EAGLES BINGO, 7 p.m., Hermiston Eagles Lodge, 160 N.W. Second St. (541-289-7107). WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 STANFIELD SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, noon, Stanfield Community Center, 225 W. Roosevelt. Costs $3.50 for seniors, $6 for others. FRIDAY, MARCH 18 SATURDAY, MARCH 19 WEE BIT O’IRELAND CELEBRATION, all day, Heppner. Sheep dog trials, Great Green Parade, craft fair, kids’ games and Fun Zone, book sale, cruz-in, Ceili, Remembrance walk/run, motocross races and more. A children’s talent show from 6-7:20 p.m. will be followed by CrossStrung at 7:30 p.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church parish hall, 560 N.W. Jones St., with a dessert sale and silent auction supporting the St. Pat’s Altar Society. Old Time Fiddlers also perform at 6:30 p.m. at the Morrow County Fairgrounds dance hall. 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). 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. STEVE MYREN RETIREMENT PARTY, 1-4 p.m., Port of Morrow Riverfront Center, 2 Marine Drive, Boardman. Come help celebrate (roast!) Morrow County’s undersherif as he retires after 30 years in law enforcement and EMS. Snacks, finger foods and soft drinks provided. Plaque presentation at 2 p.m. Everyone welcome, but RSVP requested. (541-314-5231 or mross@ co.morrow.or.us). ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELK FOUNDATION This is Lady, an adult female German Shepherd. Shelter staff say she is friendly with people but does not do well with other animals. She is current on all her vaccinations and is eligible for a free veterinary examination. She can be adopted for $175 at the Hu- mane Society of Eastern Oregon Pet Rescue, and there is $50 refund if she is spayed after adoption. If you are interested in welcoming a pet into your home, visit Pet Rescue at 1844 N.W. Geer Road, Hermiston, or call 541-564-6222. BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Costs $4 for seniors 55 or $5 for adults. (541-481- 3257). BABY BOOGIE & TAPPIN’ TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541- 567- 2882). ST. PATRICK’S 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT, 5:30 p.m. players arrive, 6 p.m. games begin, Heppner High School gymnasium, 710 Morgan St. Cost to participate is $10 per player; sign up at the door. Teams can have 3 or 4 players. Everyone welcome. VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St. Do you have a favorite photo of your favorite pet(s). Share your photos with the Herald and we map post them on our Facebook page or share them in print. You can email a photo of your pet, along with its name, your name and a description of why you think your pet is worthy of publication to ed- itor@hermistonherald.com. Please include “Our Pets” in the subject line. MONDAY, MARCH 21 “RUMPELSTILTSKIN” AUDITIONS, 10 a.m. to noon, Windy River Elementary School gymnasium, 500 Tatone St., Boardman. Missoula Children’s Theater production. Parts available for Morrow County youth grades K-12. Two performances March 26. Free. (541-481-9457). 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 OUR PETS SUNDAY, MARCH 20 AARP TAX AID, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Walk-ins welcome, no appointment necessary. STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882). PET OF THE WEEK WEE BIT O’IRELAND, 8 a.m., Heppner. Road bowling competition, sheep dog trials, food and craft vendors. 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). WEE BIT O’IRELAND, 10 a.m., Heppner. Library book sale, art and craft fair, food vendors, 3-on-3 basketball tournament and more. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2016 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). WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541- 276-8100). PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247). 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). 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. GOOD FRIDAY WORSHIP SERVICE, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 191 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. FLASHLIGHT EASTER EGG HUNT, 8:15 p.m., Butte Park, 1245 N.W. Seventh St., Hermiston. For children 10 and under. Bring a basket and flashlight. Parents should stay with their children, but let them gather their own eggs. Free. 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 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. 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). “RUMPELSTILTSKIN,” 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., Windy River Elementary School gymnasium, 500 Tatone St., Boardman. The Missoula Children’s Theater brings the classic fairy tale to life starring Morrow County youth. Free admission. (cnrmichael@ gmail.com) 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, APRIL 1 FREE FIRST FRIDAY, all day, Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd. (of Highway 331 near Wildhorse Resort & Casino), Pendleton. (541- 966-9748). 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. Oct-May only MINION BASH, 6 p.m., SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road, Boardman. Meet a Minion in person and then stay for a screening of the movie. Free with admission. VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St. SAGE CENTER MOVIE NIGHT, 7:15 p.m., SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road, Boardman. Watch a family- friendly movie an enjoy free popcorn. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for children and seniors 62+. Water is available for $1. SATURDAY, APRIL 2 PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m., CONTRIBUTED BY KAREN HUTCHINSON-TALASKI Karen Hutchinson-Talaski of the Umatilla Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Herald’s advisory committee shared this photo of her cat Sadie on her favorite perch in the yard. Karen says Sadie liked to climb up on the arbor, but she doesn’t climb down. She just waits for Karen’s husband Michael to help her down. CONTRIBUTED BY DAVE WRIGHT Dave Wright of the Hermiston Herald’s citizen advisory committee shared this favorite photo of his granddaughter Josie and his dog Jasper. Dave said the photo is a little outdated because Josie is taller now, but it remains a favorite picture. 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). HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL EVENT, 8-11 a.m., Lexington Road Department, 365 W. Highway 74. Safely dispose of hazardous waste from under your sink, in your basement or garage. Bring old mercury thermometers and receive a free digital thermometer in exchange (no thermometers with red or blue liquid). (541-989-9500). ARBOR DAY TREE GIVEAWAY, 9 a.m., Smitty’s Ace Hardware parking lot, 1845 N. First St., Hermiston. Free trees include red maple, select river birch, Eastern redbud, green ash, bald cypress and little leaf linden. Arrive early for best selection. 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. MINION BASH, 1 p.m., SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road, Boardman. Meet a Minion in person and then stay for a screening of the movie. Free with admission. SUNDAY, MARCH 27 SUNRISE EASTER WORSHIP SERVICE, 6:30 a.m., cross on Hermiston Butte. Everyone welcome. (Jackie Dunlap 541-720-1344). FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 2 p.m., Brookdale Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just listen. (541-567- 3141). TUESDAY, MARCH 29 PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254). 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. (541-289-7107). 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. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 AARP TAX AID, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Walk-ins welcome, no appointment necessary. You can even turn in a phone with a cracked screen. 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, MARCH 31 COFFEE WITH THE CHIEFS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Eastside Market, 582 E. Main St., 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, Things we want you to know: Shared Connect Plan, Customer Service Agreement with Retail Installment Contract, Device Protection+ (DP+), port-in and Smartphone turn-in required. Credit approval required. $25 Device Activation Fee applies. Regulatory Cost Recovery Fee (currently $1.82/line/month) applies; this is not a tax or gvmt. required charge. Additional fees (including Device Connection Charges), taxes, terms, conditions and coverage areas apply and may vary by plan, service and phone. Unlimited Contract Payoff Promo: Submit final bill identifying Early Termination Fee (ETF) or final device balance owed within 60 days of activation date to uscellular.com/contractpayoff or via mail to U.S. Cellular Contract Payoff Program 5591-61; PO Box 752257; El Paso, TX 88575-2257. Customer will be reimbursed for the ETF or remaining device balance reflected on final bill subject to the conditions of the offer. Reimbursement in the form of a U.S. Cellular MasterCard ® Debit Card issued by MetaBank, ® Member FDIC, pursuant to license from MasterCard International Incorporated. This card does not have cash access and can be used at any merchant location that accepts MasterCard Debit Cards within the U.S. only. Card valid through expiration date shown on front of card. Allow 8–10 weeks for processing after final submission. $300 Switcher Incentive: $100 Promotional Card given at point of sale. Additional $200 Promotional Card will be mailed to customer within 6–8 weeks. Promotional Cards issued by MetaBank, Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Valid only for purchases at U.S. Cellular stores and uscellular.com. Turned-in Smartphone must have been active on former carrier’s plan and be in fully functional, working condition without any liquid damage or broken components, including, but not limited to, a cracked housing. Smartphone must power on and cannot be pin locked. DP+ enrollment required. The monthly charge for DP+ is $8.99 for Smartphones. A deductible per approved claim applies. You may cancel DP+ anytime. Federal Warranty Service Corporation is the Provider of the DP+ ESC benefits, except in CA and OK. Limitations and exclusions apply. For complete details, see an associate for a DP+ brochure. Offers valid at participating locations only and cannot be combined. See store or uscellular.com for details. Limited-time offer. Trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners. ©2016 U.S. Cellular