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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, SEPT. 28 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuff in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922- 5704). 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. CLEANER AIR OREGON REGULATORY REFORM PUBLIC MEETING, 6-8 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. The Department of Environmental Quality and the Oregon Health Authority will receive public input that will be forwarded to the Cleaner Air Oregon Regulatory Reform Advisory Committee. Everyone welcome. (http:// www.oregon.gov/deq/ RulesandRegulations/ Pages/2017/Rcleanerair2017. aspx) THURSDAY, SEPT. 29 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuff in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922- 5704). 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). SENSORY STORY TIME, 12:30 p.m., Boardman Public Library, 200 S. Main St. Special story time for children from birth to age 4. Free. (541-481-2665). RURAL VETERANS RESOURCE FAIR, noon to 8 p.m., Port of Morrow conference center, 2 Marine Drive, Boardman. VA and non-VA service providers available to answer questions and provide information on healthcare, education, home loans, mental health and more; luncheon at noon open to all women with prior military service, followed by a benefits and listening session; women and LGBT speakers Elizabeth Estabrooks (3 p.m.) and Nathanial Boehme (3:30 p.m.); Vietnam Veterans’ 50th anniversary commemoration ceremony at 5 p.m.; Oregon Dept. of Veterans Affairs update and town hall from 6:30-8 p.m. Free, but RSVP requested. (mcvets@ co.morrow.or.us or 541-922- 6420). 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, SEPT. 30 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuff in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922- 5704). HEPPNER FARMER’S MARKET, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heppner City Park. Food, craft and garden vendors. (541-676-8957). STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882). VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St. SATURDAY, OCT. 1 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuff in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922-5704). COMMUNITY BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m., Stanfield Community Center, 225 W. Roosevelt. Costs $5 for full breakfast/$3 for light meal. (541- 449-1332). HERMISTON/ECHO FFA ALUMNI SCRAMBLE GOLF TOURNAMENT, 8 a.m. registration and check-in, 9 a.m. tee-off, Big River Golf Course, 709 Willamette St., Umatilla (McNary). Four-person scramble format, $40 entry per person includes putting contest with 50/50 split and raffle prizes. Carts may be reserved for an additional fee. Day-of registrations cash or checks only. Proceeds benefit Hermiston and Echo FFA alumni activities. (Dorothy Coffelt 541-567-1692 or dorothycoffelt@gmail.com or jundtke@hotmail.com) WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 Boardman Public Library, 200 S. Main St. For children from birth to age 4. (541-481-2665). PET OF THE WEEK POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS, 3-4:30 p.m., Good Shepherd Medical Center, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Self-care classes for caregivers. Classes continue each Thursday through Nov. 17. Free, but registration is required. (541- 667-3509). THE ARC UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6 p.m. doors open, bingo starts at 7 p.m. 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-7615). HERMISTON’S OWN FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., McKenzie Park, 300 S. First St., Hermiston. Food, crafts, live music, art. 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). MORROW COUNTY HARVEST FESTIVAL, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road, Boardman. Tours of the center, kids’ activities, beer and wine tasting, local vendors, horse & buggy rides, car show and more. Free admission; all ages. (541-481-7243). KAYAK RACE, 10 a.m., River Lodge and Grill, 6 Marine Drive N.E., Boardman. Race starts at the lodge and ends at Boardman Marina Park. Free to enter, but participants must be 18 years or older and wear an approved life jacket; some kayaks and life jackets may be available to borrow. Winner will receive a night’s stay and breakfast for two at the lodge. Entry forms available at the lodge front desk. MEDICARE BIRTHDAY PARTY, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Good Shepherd Medical Center conference center 2, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Learn the basics of Medicare, your rights and responsibilities, Social Security and disability benefits and more. For those turning 65 by the end of September. (541-667-3507 or cherrera@ gahealth.org) HERITAGE LUNCHEON, noon to 2 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. Keynote speaker Kerry Tymchuk, executive director of the Oregon Historical Society, will speak on “A Walk Through Oregon.” Costs $40 for Umatilla County Historical Society members, $50 or non-members, available at Pendleton Book Company and Heritage Station Museum. (541-276-0012 or www. heritagestationmuseum.org). JOHN NILSON IN CONCERT, 5 p.m., Hermiston First United Methodist Church, 191 E. Gladys Ave. Award-winning pianist will perform. $10 suggested donation. (541-567-3002). “CITY GIRL,” 7:30 p.m., Vert Auditorium, 480 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. A screening of the 1928 film shot in Umatilla County will be accompanied by a score written by PacNW composer John Paul and performed by the Oregon East Symphony. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for students 12+ and seniors, or $45 for a family of four, available at the OES office, Pendleton Art + Frame or at the door. (541- 276-0320). FRIDAY, OCT. 14 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuf in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922-5704). UMATILLA LEARNING CONNECTION TOWN HALL, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Umatilla High School, 1460 Seventh St. Community leaders from Umatilla and Morrow counties will focus on strengthening local networks, stimulating action and engaging the community in supporting the link between health and education. Free, and lunch will be provided, but RSVP is required at angie.treadwell@ oregonstate.edu or 541-567- 8321. STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882). This is one of two male Chihuahua and Terrier mix puppies looking for new homes. The pups are about 6 weeks of age and shelter staff say they are well so- cialized. The puppies current on all vaccinations and is eligible for a free veterinary examination. Each can be adopted for $250 at the Humane Society of Eastern Or- egon Pet Rescue, and there is $50 refund if neutered at 6 months of age. 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. JOHN NILSON IN CONCERT, 2 p.m., Heppner United Methodist Church, 175 Church St. Award-winning pianist will perform. $10 suggested donation. (541-676-9224). HYMNSPIRATION, 6-7 p.m., New Hope Community Church, 1350 S. Highway 395, Hermiston. Sing the old hymns with old friends and new. Refreshments and fellowship to follow the music. Everyone welcome. (Chris Finley 541-571-2516). THE COUNTRY SHOWDOWN TALENT SHOW REGIONAL FINALS, 6 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. event begins, Wildhorse Resort & Casino Rivers Events Center, 46510 Wildhorse Blvd. (off Highway 332), Pendleton. Six contestants from Oregon and Montana, backed up by Taylors Crossing, will perform two songs in a bid to win a place in the semifinals in New Mexico. Cost is by donation at the door; all proceeds will benefit Altrusa of Pendleton’s Feed the Child program. All ages welcome. MONDAY, OCT. 3 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuff in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922- 5704). TUESDAY, OCT. 4 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuff in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922- 5704). 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 GAMER’S NIGHT, 7-10:30 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Tournament gaming and activities for teens. (541-276-8100). SATURDAY, OCT. 15 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 consultations, call 541-667- 3507. WALK HERMISTON, 5:30 p.m., Riverfront Park, Southwest 23rd St., Hermiston. No fee, includes T-shirt, website access, fitness tips, results and fun. INSIDE OUTSIDE THE LINES ADULT COLORING, 6-7:30 p.m., Irrigon Public Library, 490 Main St. Materials provided. Bring snacks to share. WEDNESDAY, OCT. 5 SUNDAY, OCT. 2 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. FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuff in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922- 5704). 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, OCT. 6 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuff in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922- 5704). 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). SENSORY STORY TIME, 12:30 p.m., Boardman Public Library, 200 S. Main St. For birth to age 4. (541-481-2665). DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS REMEMBRANCE EVENT, 6 p.m., Hermiston DVS Advocacy Center, 240 S.E. Second St. A candle-lighting ceremony will be followed by refreshments. Everyone welcome. (541-276- 3322). 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). BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuf in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922-5704). FRIDAY, OCT. 7 TUESDAY, OCT. 11 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuff in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922-5704). FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuf in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922-5704). FREE FIRST FRIDAY, all day, Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd. (off Highway 331 near Wildhorse Resort & Casino), Pendleton. (541-966-9748). PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541-449-1254). FALL QUILT SHOW, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Quilt display, fabric and supply vendors, tips and examples from featured quilter Kathy Hyder, hourly door prizes and quilt raffle. Lunch and pie available for purchase. Admission $3. 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. SATURDAY, OCT. 8 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuff in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922-5704). EOCI AND TRCI RECRUITING EVENT, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Science & Technology Building, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Careers as correctional officers, food service coordinators, physical plant/maintenance, correctional counselors, medical professionals, mental health professionals and administrative support are available. Applicants should bring photo ID and may register prior to the event at https:// nationaltestingnetwork.com/ publicsafetyjobs; assistance with filling out applications and scheduling for the REACT Test ($35 fee) for correctional officers will be available. (503- 930-2462 or www.odocjobs. com) HERMISTON’S OWN FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., McKenzie Park, 300 S. First St., Hermiston. Food, crafts, live music, art. PARKING LOT SALE, 8:30-11 a.m., Agape House, 500 W. Harper Road, Hermiston. Household goods, knick-knacks, clothing and more. Donations welcome. (541-567-8774). FALL QUILT SHOW, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Quilt display, fabric and supply vendors, tips and examples from featured quilter Kathy Hyder, hourly door prizes and quilt rale. Lunch and pie available for purchase. Admission $3. MONDAY, OCT. 10 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY 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). 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. WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuf in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922-5704). 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, Stanield Community Center, 225 W. Roosevelt. Costs $3.50 for seniors, $6 for others. THURSDAY, OCT. 13 FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. All you can stuf in a bag for $1. Runs through Oct. 15. (541-922-5704). NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE OPEN HOUSE, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 2001 N.W. 56th Drive (west side of Eastern Oregon Regional Airport), Pendleton. Demonstrations of weather forecasting technology and expertise, displays from Life Flight, ODOT, emergency management and the Unmanned Aerial Systems Test Range, and a special ire weather balloon release. Refreshments and door prizes. (weather.gov/Pendleton) 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). SENSORY STORY TIME, 12:30 p.m., FRIENDS OF THE UMATILLA LIBRARY BOOK SALE, all day, 700 Sixth St., Umatilla. Final day: all you can stuf in a bag for $1. (541-922- 5704). BEST “DAM” POWER RUN 5/10K RACES AND FUN WALK, 8 a.m. registration/check-in, races begin at 9:30 a.m., Willamette Avenue, McNary. Cost to participate is $25 if registered by 8 p.m. Oct. 14, $30 day of race. Register online at columbiariverbestdam powerrun.itsyourrace.com/ register. HERMISTON’S OWN FARMERS MARKET, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., McKenzie Park, 300 S. First St., Hermiston. Food, crafts, live music, art. ECHO OPEN AIR MARKET, 4-7 p.m., corner of Main and Dupont streets, Echo. Produce, crafts and more. Vendor space is $12 per market. (echoopenairmarket@gmail. com). LIBERTY QUARTET, 7 p.m., Stanield Baptist Church, 310 N.E. Wheeler Ave. Traditional Southern gospel quartet and full-time concert ministry based in Boise. Free, but a love ofering will be taken. Everyone welcome. (208-938- 9364 or www.libertyquartet. com) TUESDAY, OCT. 18 PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanield 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). CLEANER AIR OREGON PUBLIC FORUM, 6-8:30 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate. The public is invited to provide input on the rulemaking process for Cleaner Air Oregon Regulatory Advisory Committee. Presentations by DEQ and OHS staff will be followed by a Q&A session. Free, but RSVP is requested at http://cleanerair.oregon.gov/ forum-rsvp/ 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. WEDNESDAY, OCT. 19 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.