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A4 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20, 2018 COMMUNITY Ham radio operators hold on-air open house STAFF PHOTO BY TAMMY MALGESINI Bill Quick gives a thumbs up after Whitley Smith, right, makes contact with an ham radio operator out of California during the 2017 Amateur Radio Field Day at Boardman Marina Park. This year’s event is Saturday at Drift Fence Campground near Ukiah. By TAMMY MALGESINI COMMUNITY EDITOR FILE PHOTO People peruse a variety of vendors during a past Umatilla Landing Days. This year’s event runs Friday through Sunday at the Umatilla Marina and RV Park. Landing Days celebration By TAMMY MALGESINI COMMUNITY EDITOR Umatilla’s annual summer event is gearing up for three days of fun. Over the years, Landing Days has flourished and floundered — with everything from multiple days of out- door fun to just shooting off fireworks over the river. Organizers for this year’s event are looking to pump the excitement back into Landing Days, offering activities all weekend long. “It’s looking like it’s going to be a great event,” said Kacie Evans, execu- tive coordinator at the Umatilla Cham- ber of Commerce & Visitor Center. “I’m super excited.” In addition, it should be a blast. Evans said the fireworks show is shap- ing up to be the biggest yet. Landing Days kicks off Friday eve- ning from 5-11 p.m. at the Umatilla Marina and RV Park, 1710 Quincy Ave. It features music by Wicked Mary, a classic rock band from La Grande. With a beer garden, food vendors and the band’s motto, “Let’s take the party to the people and get wicked,” it promises to start the event off right. The activities kick into high gear Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. The day starts with parade line-up at 9 a.m. at Nugent Park on Eighth Street. The parade gets rolling at 10 a.m., and will wind its way to Umatilla Marina Park, which will be packed with activities. Evans said 30-40 vendor booths have already confirmed for the event. In addition, she said there were a dozen food booths. “I think we’ll have a good selec- tion,” she said. In addition to the evening musical acts, live entertainment during the day features dancing horses, cheerlead- ing groups, the Umatilla High School robotics team and karate and Zumba demonstrations. As the sun moves closer to the horizon, the tunes will crank up with Nuketown at 5:45 p.m. Hailing from the Tri-Cities, they play country, rock, bluegrass, blues and anything by request. Playing high-energy music, Herm- iston-based group Blue Tattoo will take the stage at 8 p.m. They will light things up with classic rock from the late ‘60s, music from the grunge scene of the 1990s — and everything in between. Blue Tattoo will usher in the fireworks show, which is set for dusk. The event continues Sunday with a community gathering and worship ser- vice from 9:30-11:30 a.m. People are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Refreshments will be served, fol- lowed by music and a non-denomina- tional faith-based message at 10 a.m. The topic is Awakening: Reflecting Our Creator. Afterwards, there will be several baptisms in the river. For more information, call 541- 922-4825, visit www.umatillaorcham- ber.org or search Facebook. Ham radio operators from across North Amer- ica will connect this week- end during the largest annual on-air event. An open house of sorts, the ARRL Field Day fea- tures local clubs and ham radio enthusiasts who set up temporary trans- mitting stations in public places to demonstrate the purpose and capability of ham radios. Upwards of 40,000 people participate each year. Don Drayton of the Hermiston Amateur Radio Club said a group is plan- ning to head up to Drift Fence Campground, located near Ukiah. The small rustic camping area features vault toilets. Peo- ple need to bring their own drinking water. The Field Day event begins Saturday at 10 a.m. and runs until Sunday at noon. Part of the reason some are heading up early, Drayton said, is to partici- pate in another event. “We’ll have our sta- tions up earlier … because there is a FEMA drill,” Drayton said. Members of the group will set up antenna lines and offer people a chance to get on air. Although operating ham radios is a hobby for many, they also serve a practical purpose. In the event of emergen- cies resulting in the loss of electricity, cell phone tow- ers, landlines and inter- net access, amateur radio operators are called on to assist with communica- tions and emergency man- agement. During the 2017 Field Day, Drayton said they can get set up and on the air within an hour. Drayton said the Field Day provides an oppor- tunity for people to learn about ham radios. He encourages people to come out to see what they do and get on air with a licensed operator. As a hobby, Drayton said ham radios can be fairly inexpensive. “You can buy a hand- held for $30,” he said. “It doesn’t cost much to get on the air.” The Hermiston Ama- teur Radio Club meets the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Umatilla County Fire District #1’s Station 23, 78760 Westland Road. For more information, visit www.ai7ho.org or call Drayton at 541-314-3138. BRIEFS Class of ‘98 gears up for reunion SAVE The Hermiston High School class of 1998 is mak- ing plans to celebrate its 20-year reunion. Organizers indicate there will be three main events, including a no-host social mixer Friday, Aug. 10 at Midway Bar & Grill, a fam- ily-friendly barbecue Sat- urday, Aug. 11 at McNary Beach and a catered din- ner for adults only, also Sat- urday, Aug. 11 at Maxwell Event Center. The meal includes appetizers, choice of chicken, tri-tip steak or vegetarian entree and non-alcoholic beverages. A no-host bar will be available. The cost is $36 per person or $67 per couple before June 30; then the price increases to $40 per person. Purchase tickets via https://squareup. com/store/hermiston1998 or contact hermiston1998@ gmail.com. For more information, visit www.hermiston1998. com or search Facebook for “Hermiston High School class of 1998.” contact Jackie McCauley at utility.clerk@cityofboard- man.com or 541-481-9252. Bobby & Faith strum acoustic tunes Help available for immigrant abuse survivors Classic rock and pop favorites are featured as Bobby & Faith take the stage during Music in the Parks. The acoustic duo, who also perform with the Tri-Cities rock band The Shades, are said to have fan- tastic musical chemistry. The free concert is Monday, June 25 at 7 p.m. at Board- man Marina Park. Pack a picnic or bring some cash, as the Boardman Little League will offer concessions. Seated is limited, so peo- ple are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair to stake out a spot along the Columbia River to enjoy the concert. In case of inclement weather, the performance will be held at the SAGE Center. For more information, Immigrant survivors of abuse face special chal- lenges. However, there are laws in place to pre- vent someone’s immigra- tion status from being used as a means of abuse and exploitation. Catholic Charities and Domestic Violence Services are teaming up to offer a free presentation. “Using Immi- gration Laws to Help Survi- vors of Domestic Violence and Child Victimization” will be Friday from 9-11:30 a.m. at the Riverfront Cen- ter at the Port of Morrow, 2 Marine Drive, Boardman. In addition, general infor- mation about other types of immigration relief will be available. For more information or to RSVP, call Griselda Cue- vas or Manuel Gutierrez at 541-567-0424. Musical minister releases new video Rev. Marc Mullins of the Pendleton First Christin Church recently released a new music video. It features an arrange- ment of St. Francis of Assi- si’s “All Creatures of Our God and King, arranged in 2012 by Mullins, who is a former minister at the Hermiston First Chris- tian Church. In addition, the video was produced by Mullins this year with the audio recorded and mixed at CrossWired Studio in Walla Walla. In addition to Mull- ins (guitar, bass guitar and vocals), musicians include Carl Scheeler (harmonica) and Kevin Gutierrez (drums Driving represents freedom and independence for people of all ages. Asking an aging parent to hand over their keys can be a difficult and emotional conversation, even when safety is the main concern. • How do I start the conversation? • When is the right time to bring it up? • How will they react? This could be one of the most challenging talks you’ll have with your loved one. We’re here to help. BUY STUFF! Store Fixtures, Showcases, 1890’s Diebold Safe, Offi ce Desk Dawn Long was recently installed as the new presi- dent of Altrusa International of Hermiston. Other officers of the ser- vice club include Lindsay Lloyd (first vice president), Stephanie Hughes (sec- ond vice president), Alexis McCarthy (secretary) and Mary Winebarger (treasurer) New directors include LuAnn Davison and Kim Mills, who will join Nancy Lauck, Ladonna Quaempts and Katie Saul on the club’s board. We need to talk about your driving. STOREWIDE! HELP US MOVE Jewelry, Pottery, Paintings, Navajo, Rugs, Moccasins, Lamps, Souvenirs, etc! Hermiston Altrusa installs new officers The installation was held May 31 at the home of Altrusa member Briana Cortaberria. Two past active charter members, Marga- ret Saylor and Pat Wheel- house, who helped form the Hermiston club more than 40 years ago, shared a few remarks. Altrusa meets the first, third and fourth Thursday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. at The Arc Building. People are welcome to stop by for a visit and see what the service group is planning for the surrounding commu- nity. Committees for mem- bers include international relations, community ser- vice, literacy and vocational services. For more information, contact hermistonaltrusa@ gmail.com, visit www.dis- tricttwelve.altrusa.org or search Facebook. McKay Creek Estates 50 - 75% ALL INVENTORY! and percussion). To view it, visit https://youtu.be/BMlO- TUl9oZU. The musical pas- tor also has a YouTube chan- nel; search “Marc Mullins” at www.youtube.com. Visit TheyDeserveTheBest.com to learn more about transitioning your loved one from driver to passenger. McKay Creek Estates 1601 Southgate Pl. Pendleton, OR 97801 (541) 704-7146 www.PrestigeCare.com
