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COMMUNITY A4 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAy, AuguST 14, 2019 Summer ripens with Melon Fest By TAMMY MALGESINI COMMUNITY EDITOR Highlighting one of Hermiston’s signature crops, the inaugural Melon Fest is this weekend in Hermiston. “We’re trying to do some- thing fun to represent Herm- iston,” said Nancy Walchli, a member of the Hermiston Downtown District. The idea behind the development of the festi- val street was to have reg- ular events to draw people downtown, said Larry Fet- ter, Hermiston Parks & Rec- reation director. He said they had been pondering the idea of having a festival that focused on watermelons. And with melons at their peak during the month of August, Fetter said it made sense to have the event after the Umatilla County Fair. “We wanted to do some- thing to celebrate our most popular product,” he said. Melon Fest is Satur- day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Hermis- ton. There is no admission charge. It features kids activ- HH file photo Splash and Dash returns as part of Melon Fest on Saturday in downtown Hermiston. ities — including face-paint- ing, games and a waterslide — live entertainment (Jonna Kopta at 9 a.m. and Chase Craig Band at 11 a.m.) food and craft vendors, a photo booth and a watermelon seed spitting contest (noon). Also, watermelon slices will be handed out. In addition, Splash and Dash 2019 takes place at 11 a.m. The bathtub race features a pair of retired industrial tubs from the Her- shey Chocolate Factory, Fet- ter said. Teams of three peo- ple — including one driver and two pushers — will race on an obstacle course in sin- gle-elimination heats. The top team will win a pizza party for six. Also, people are encour- aged to don their best mel- on-related attire for a water- melon costume contest at 1 p.m. All ages are wel- come to enter with first place receiving $300, $200 for second place and $100 for third. The Hermiston Down- town District has jumped on board with the festival street and the creation of events to bring people to the Main Street area. Walchli, who is a broker with Christianson Realty Group, said work- ing with a variety of peo- ple and groups brings differ- ent ideas for activities. The more involvement, she said, the better chance of creating events that draw interest. An after-party is planned at Maxwell Pavilion. The 21-and-older event begins at 6 p.m. at South First Place near West Orchard Avenue. In addition to music by The Outsiders, a presentation (6:30 p.m.) will be made honoring the major water- melon producers in the area. For more information about the after-party, call 541-561- 1047 or 541-289-7415. If space is still available, the registration deadline for Splash and Dash partici- pants and vendors is Thurs- day. Rules and team sign-up forms for the bathtub race are available at Hermiston City Hall, 180 N.E. Second St., or the Hermiston Com- munity Center, 415 S. High- way 395. For vendor infor- mation, stop by Lucky Endz Gifts, 239 E. Main St. For more about Melon Fest, visit www.facebook.com/ hermistondowntown. BRIEFS Parking lot sale offers bargains, as well as support for missions The public is invited to shop for bargains while providing support to Eastern Oregon Mission programs and outreach. A parking lot sale is planned Saturday from 8-11 a.m. at Agape House, 500 Harper Road, Hermiston. Donations will be accepted through Friday. Items available include furni- ture (price as marked), knick-knacks (you name the price) and clothing (five items for $1). Eastern Oregon Mission is the parent organization of Agape House and Martha’s House, which serve individuals and families in need. For more information, to volunteer or make donations, call 541-567-8774. Dash for school supplies will help local students succeed in school The 13th annual Hermiston Education Foundation fun run/walk will collect school supplies for local students. The Back to School Supply Dash is Saturday, Aug. 24 at 9 a.m. at Riverfront Park, 302 S.W. 23rd St., Hermiston. Par- ticipants can register at 8 a.m. at Hermiston Church of the Nazarene, 1520 W. Orchard Ave. The entry fee is a minimum $5 donation, or the equiv- alent in donated items from the Hermiston School District kindergarten through eighth grade school supply list. A Fleet of Feet Award will be presented for the school receiving the most supplies in its donation box at the race. The event includes both 5K and 1-mile distances. The community is invited to help support local students while getting some exercise. For more information, contact Karen Sherman at karen- sherman@hotmail.com, 541-571-4208 or search Facebook for “Hermiston Education Foundation.” Local woman to lead state Emblem Club Carol Goin of Hermiston Emblem Club #215 was recently elected as president of the Oregon State Association of Emblem Clubs for 2019-20. Other Hermiston Emblem Club mem- bers installed as state officers include Sheryl Goin, marshal; and Teresa Moncrief, corre- sponding secretary (both appointed); Coyla Bedord, financial secretary; and Maxine Rice, first guard. Other past state presidents from the Hermiston group include, Nancy Brown, Carol Goin Tim Glass, Coyla Bedord and Donna Lau- rence. The Hermiston Club also placed first for its drug awareness efforts. Emblem Club members are recognized for the charity work they do in their communities, scholarships they pro- vide, their dedication to patriotism and their support of the Elks and our country’s veterans. For more information about the Hermiston Emblem Club, call Moncrief at 541-564-0887. Retired city official will take on Echo cookbook project Echo’s recently retired city administrator is taking on a Your Family Deserves The BEST Technology... Value... TV!... /mo. CALL TODAY Save 20%! Hermiston High School class of 1969 plans reunion It’s been 50 years since turning the tassel and members of the Hermiston High School class of 1969 are gearing up for its reunion. The event is set for Sept. 27-28. Activities include a Fri- day meet-and-greet at 5 p.m. at the Union Club, located in the old RoeMark’s Building at Main and Second streets. The Saturday schedule includes a continental breakfast and tour of Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center at 10 a.m. at 1705 E. Airport Road. An evening catered meal starts with happy hour at 5:30 p.m, with dinner served at 6:30 p.m. at Maxwell Siding Event Center, 145 N. First Place. The reunion week- end cost is $50 per person. The registration deadline is Tues- day, Sept. 10. For more information, search Facebook, www.class- mates.com/reunions or call Linda Shockman Turner at 541-314-5180. Subject to availability. Restrictions apply. Internet not provided by DISH and will be billed separately. 1-866-373-9175 Offer ends 11/13/19. Savings with 2 year price guarantee with AT120 starting at $59.99 compared to everyday price. All offers require credit qualification, 2 year commitment with early termination fee and eAutoPay. Prices include Hopper Duo for qualifying customers. Hopper, Hopper w/ Sling or Hopper 3 $5/mo. more. Upfront fees may apply based on credit qualification. Fees apply for additional TVs: Hopper $15/mo., Joey $5/mo., Super Joey $10/mo. Imagine The Difference You Can Make DONATE YOUR CAR 1-844-533-9173 FREE TOWING TAX DEDUCTIBLE Help Prevent Blindness Get A Vision Screening Annually Ask About A FREE 3 Day Vacation Voucher To Over 20 Destinations!!! HERMISTON HERALD Brass Fire, a regional horn band featuring musi- cians based in Hermiston, Pendleton and beyond, will perform several upcoming shows. The ensemble sizzles with the sound of saxo- phones, trumpets, trom- bone, piano, bass, guitar and drums. In addition, the entire band lights up with vocal renderings. Offering music made popular by a variety of acts, be prepared to hear everything from Chicago and Elvis to Santana and Earth Wind & Fire. In addition, the group can fire up tunes from the Big Band Era as well as blues, soul and rock from the 1970s and 1980s. The group will play Thursday at 5:30 p.m. during the Courthouse Concert Series. The out- door show is on the lawn of the Wallowa County Courthouse, 101 S. River St., Enterprise. The free concert is kid-friendly. In another outdoor show, the band will perform Sun- day from 4-5:30 p.m. in the Powder River Pavilion at Geiser-Pollman Park, 1723 Madison St., Baker City. As part of the Pow- der River Music Review, there is no set admission fee. Open to all ages, peo- ple are encouraged to make a donation. Those giving at least $5 will receive a raffle ticket for a gift basket. And on Saturday, Aug. 24, the band will take the stage from 7-10 p.m. in the lounge at the Red Lion, 304 S.E. Nye Ave., Pend- leton. There is no cover charge for the 21-and-older event. Two dance floors will be open and dinner specials are available. For more information about the band and upcom- ing performances, con- tact Brad Rozema at brass- fireband@gmail.com or search visit www.face- book.com/brassfire. WORSHIP COMMUNITY St. Johns Episcopal Church Join Us On Our Journey With Jesus. Scripture, Tradition and Reason Family service 9am Sunday N.E. Gladys Ave & 7th, Hermiston PH: 567-6672 We are an all inclusive Church who welcomes all. The Full Gospel Home Church 235 SW 3rd Phone 567-7678 Rev. Ed Baker - Rev. Nina Baker Sunday: Sunday School........10:00 am Worship...................11:00 am Evening Service........7:00 pm Wednesday Service..7:00 pm “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” 1 Pet. 5:7 Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church First Christian Church “Proclaiming the Message of Hope, Living the Gospel of Love” Sunday School...9:15am Worship Service...10:30am Coffee & Mingle Time...9:15am Worship Service...10 am Children’s Worship Service...10:15 am 567-3013 775 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston 565 W. HERMISTON AVE. Seventh-day Adventist Church DAILY MASS: Monday-Friday ...............................English 7:00 am Thursday...............Spanish 6:00 pm SATURDAY:.........English 5:00 pm ...............................Spanish 7:00 pm SUNDAY:..............English 9:00 am ..........................Bilingual 11:00 am ..............................Spanish 1:00 pm Offi ce..............................567-5812 Hermiston Jr. Academy 1300 NW Academy Lane, • Hermiston Saturdays Sabbath School........9:30 a.m. Worship Service......11:00 a.m. English & Spanish Services 567-8241 NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Worship Service 10:30 AM Sunday School 9:00 AM Pastor J.C. Barnett Children’s Church & Nursery Available 700 West Orchard Avenue P.O. Box 933 Hermiston, Oregon 2019 541-567-8441 AUGUST 24TH, 2019 a 5K fun run/walk for humans and their four legged friends! Humans without dogs are welcome to attend as well. Registration begins at 9:00am the fun run/walk begins at 10:00! Add High Speed Internet 190 Channels America’s Top 120 project to update the Fort Henrietta Days Cookbook. In years gone by, the Echo Boosters produced the cook- book, which was edited by former mayor Phoebe Sheriff. The publication was typed in an old format. About 10 years ago, an effort to gather additional recipes with the purpose to reprint and expand the cookbook was never completed. Now with Diane Berry’s retirement, she is tackling the project. She is looking for recipes, including favorites or family heirlooms. In addition, Berry hopes people will share stories or information about the recipes. The original cookbook included a Portuguese recipe sec- tion, which featured many desserts from some of the historic renowned ladies of Echo. Some of the unique recipes were kept a secret. However, when Mabell Lambirth Hiatt (Char- lotte Berry’s grandmother) was moving out of the area, the ladies threw her a going away party and shared their favor- ite recipes. Charlotte ended up with a handwritten cookbook and many of those recipes will be included in the revised cookbook. Copies of the unique cookbook will be available for pur- chase. Proceeds will benefit the Echo Historical Museum. Recipes, stories, photos and more can be mailed to Berry at P.O. Box 416, Echo, OR 97826 or emailed to dberryc- ity@gmail.com. For questions, call Echo City Hall at 541-376-8411. Brass Fire sizzles with summer shows Registration fee $25, includes event T-Shirt and water bottle, if registered by August 14th! First United Methodist Church Hermiston 191 E. Gladys Ave , Hermiston OR Sunday Worship 11am • 541-567-3002 Nursery available Check us out on Face Book Worship Livestream at herfumc.com Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors Pastor Patty Nance 1520 W ORCHARD AVE Sunday Worship Service 10:30 am Classes for Kids @ 9:15 am SEEKING JESUS, SHARING LIFE, SERVING PEOPLE www.hermistonnazarene.org LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 125 E. Beech Ave. • 567-3232 Pastor David Dever Sun. Bible Classes...................10:00am Sun. Worship Service..............11:00am Sun. Evening Worship..............6:00pm Wed. Prayer & Bible Study......6:00pm www.hermistonlmbc.com Kids 12 and under are free - no registration required (but will not receive event T-Shirt/Water bottle) Proceeds benefi t St. Anthony Hospital Foundation and Pendleton PAWS Animal Shelter. For more information call 541-278-2627 or email EmilySmith@chiwest.com or stanthonymuttstrut.itsyourrace.com Title Sponsor To share your worship times call 541-278-2678