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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, APRIL 6 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. ROTARACT INFORMATION MEETING, 6-8 p.m., Oxford Suites, 1050 N. First St., Hermiston. Young men and women ages 18-30 who are interested in taking action in their community, developing leadership and professional skills, and having fun are encouraged to learn about this adjunct to Rotary Club. Free. (Steven Williams scwjlw@gmail.com or 541-701- 9921). OPB BLUE MOUNTAINS FOREST PLAN DISCUSSION, 6:30 doors open, 7-8 p.m. program, Blue Mountain Community College room ST-200, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Oregon Public Broadcasting will facilitate a discussion on public lands and the Blue Mountains Forest Plan revisions with Malheur National Forest supervisor Steve Beverlin and representatives from environmental, recreation, tribal and timber interests. Audience welcome; arrive by 6:30 p.m. Free. (Sage Van Wing 503-977- 7793). THURSDAY, APRIL 7 COFFEE WITH THE CHIEFS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Starbucks, 1235 N. First St., Hermiston. Meet Hermiston Fire and Emergency Services and Stanfield Fire District personnel and chat about emergency services and the upcoming merger. (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). TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave. Free fall prevention program for older adults. No experience needed. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes with flexible soles. (Helena Wolfe 541-561-5443). 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, APRIL 6, 2016 PET OF THE WEEK MAIN STREET COWBOYS SPRING CARNIVAL, 4 p.m. to close, Chamber of Commerce/railroad parking lots, Main Street and Frazer Avenue, Pendleton. Tickets are $2.75 per ride, $32 for a book of 10, $25 for all-day ride pass. 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). 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 8 STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882). FRIDAY, APRIL 15 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 OPEN REGIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT OPENING RECEPTION, 5 p.m. judge’s critique, 5:30-7 p.m. reception, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Non-juried show featuring photographers from across the region. Cash prizes awarded for categories in adults 18 and over and teens 13-17. Free admission. (541-278-9201). VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St. SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SAGE SATURDAY, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road, Boardman. Free admission and activities for children and parents. This month, make a glow-in-the-dark Pacific Albus decoration to take home. Free. (541-481-7243). HERMISTON FIRE DISTRICT OPEN HOUSE, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cable Station, 32590 Punkin Center Road, Hermiston. Stop by, meet the first responders and have your questions answered. Everyone welcome. 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. SATURDAY SEMINAR: LIGHTEN UP, 11 a.m. to noon, Irrigon Marina Park. Information and demonstrations on relaxing and gentle ways to release all types of inflammation. Ages 15 and older only; refrain from smoking or drinking and leave pets at home. (772-233- 3112). EVOLUTION GAME ZONE, 1 p.m., Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Three stations challenge gaming skills and knowledge of science, including solving mysteries, comparing bones and DNA, and looking for fossils; competing in the survival games; and viewing various organisms under a microscope. Free and suitable for all ages. (www.tamastslikt.org). TUESDAY, APRIL 12 PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 This is Oreo, a young male Shih Tzu. He came to the shelter because his prior owner was unable to keep him. Shelter staff say he is friendly and does well with children and other dogs. He is current on all vaccinations and is eligible for a free veterinary examination. He can be adopted for $175 at the Hu- mane Society of Eastern Oregon Pet Rescue. If you are interested in welcoming a pet into your home, visit Pet Rescue at 1844 N.W. Geer Road, Hermis- ton, or call 541-564-6222. 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). TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave. Free fall prevention program for older adults. No experience needed. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes with flexible soles. (Helena Wolfe 541-561-5443). INSIDE OUTSIDE THE LINES ADULT COLORING, 6-7:30 p.m., Irrigon Public Library, 490 Main St. All materials provided by the library. Bring snacks to share. Free. EASTERN OREGON FORUM, 7 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Science & Technology Building room 200, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Northwest Public Radio reporter Anna King will present “Daughters of Hanford.” Cost is $6 at the door (free for members). HERMISTON EAGLES BINGO, 7 p.m., Hermiston Eagles Lodge, 160 N.W. Second St. (541-289-7107). WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 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. TRAVEL THE WORLD’S STORY & CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 Bonanza St. Oct-May only COMMUNITY CHESS EVENT, 4-6 p.m., Hermiston High School library, 600 S. First St. Members of the Hermiston chess team will be on hand to teach the fundamentals of chess or take on community opponents. Pizza and beverages will be served. Everyone welcome. Free. (Delia Wallis 541-667-6144). MAIN STREET COWBOYS SPRING CARNIVAL, 4 p.m. to close, Chamber of Commerce/railroad parking lots, Main Street and Frazer Avenue, Pendleton. Tickets are $2.75 per ride, $32 for a book of 10, $25 for all-day ride pass. Dorion Ave. (541-966-0380). 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. MAIN STREET COWBOYS SPRING CARNIVAL, 5 p.m. to close, Chamber of Commerce/railroad parking lots, Main Street and Frazer Avenue, Pendleton. Tickets are $2.75 per ride, $32 for a book of 10, $25 for all-day ride pass. THURSDAY, APRIL 14 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). TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave. Free fall prevention program for older adults. No experience needed. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes with flexible soles. (Helena Wolfe 541-561-5443). VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St. SATURDAY, APRIL 16 HERMISTON FIRE DISTRICT OPEN HOUSE, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hermiston Fire Station No. 1, 320 S. First St., Hermiston. Stop by, meet the first responders and have your questions answered. Everyone welcome. SATURDAY SEMINAR: LIGHTEN UP, 11 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Butte Park. Information and demonstrations on relaxing and gentle ways to release all types of inflammation. Ages 15 and older only; refrain from smoking or drinking and leave pets at home. (772-233-3112). MAIN STREET COWBOYS SPRING CARNIVAL, noon to close, Chamber of Commerce/railroad parking lots, Main Street and Frazer Avenue, Pendleton. Tickets are $2.75 per ride, $32 for a book of 10, $25 for all-day ride pass. SUNDAY, APRIL 17 MAIN STREET COWBOYS SPRING CARNIVAL, noon to close, Chamber of Commerce/railroad parking lots, Main Street and Frazer Avenue, Pendleton. Tickets are $2.75 per ride, $32 for a book of 10, $25 for all-day ride pass. TUESDAY, APRIL 19 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). TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave. Free fall prevention program for older adults. No experience needed. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes with flexible soles. (Helena Wolfe 541-561-5443). INSIDE OUTSIDE THE LINES ADULT COLORING, 6-7:30 p.m., Irrigon Public Library, 490 Main St. All materials provided by the library. Bring snacks to share. Free. EASTERN OREGON FORUM, 7 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Science & Technology Building room 200, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. John Turner and Jack Sanders will present “War On All Fronts.” Cost is $6 at the door (free for members). HERMISTON EAGLES BINGO, 7 p.m., Hermiston Eagles Lodge, 160 N.W. Second St. (541-289-7107). WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20 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, APRIL 21 COFFEE WITH THE CHIEFS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Eastside Market, 582 E. Main St., Hermiston. Meet Hermiston Fire and Emergency Services and Stanfield Fire District personnel and chat about emergency services and the upcoming merger. (Scott Stanton 541-567-8822). YOU ARE INVITED! The public is welcome and invited to attend these community events. Come and enjoy wine, cheese tasting and hors d’oeuvres. Take a tour of our new beautiful Memory Care Homes. LEGENDARY RIVERS THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2016 6:30 PM AAA Pendleton 1729 SW Court Avenue RSVP: 541.276.2243 Join AAA Travel and river cruise expert, Michael Weldon, as we explore the value and comfort of a deluxe all-inclusive river cruise aboard award-winning Viking Longships. Spend less time getting there and more time being there. All events are open to the public and free to attend, but space is limited. Please RSVP. AAA.COM/TRAVEL Assisted Living & Memory Care Homes Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Thursday, April 7 • 3pm Celebrating Gloria Rossi After 39 years in banking, Gloria is retiring. All of us at the Banner Bank would like to say congratulations, Gloria, and thanks for the wonderful memories. OPEN HOUSE Saturday, April 9 • 11am-2pm Please join us on April 7th from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Banner Bank Commercial Banking Center for cake, punch and a chance to wish her well on her retirement. Specializing in the care of individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia. (541) 564-9070 Better ideas. Better banking. Banner Bank Commercial Banking Center 100 E. Gladys Ave. Ste. A Hermiston, OR 97838 bannerbank.com 540 NW 12th Street, Hermiston, Oregon Member FDIC www.guardianangelhomes.com
