‘All Together Now’ performances are Nov. 12, 13

LA GRANDE — The music and theater departments at Eastern Oregon University are joining to present the musical review “All Together Now.” There will be two public performances: Friday, Nov. 12, and Saturday, Nov. 13, both at 7 p.m. in EOU’s newly renovated McKenzie Theatre. A third show for high school students will begin at noon on Monday, Nov. 15.

The upcoming performance is part of a global effort to celebrate and commemorate the reopening of live theater, and features a medley of hits from classic Broadway musicals like “Rent,” “Hairspray,” and more. Students in the EOU Music Department, Theater Department and Chamber Choir will join a chorus of over 2,500 schools and theaters concurrently performing the production on its premier weekend.

“Basically, it’s celebrating Broadway’s reopening and us coming out of quarantine and starting to be able to move forward with live theater. It’s a great fundraiser for us, plus it’s great to be part of this thing that is so worldwide,” said Theatre Professor Kenn Wheeler, who is directing the show. “Every song kind of matches the theme of, ‘let’s put the bad behind us and start forward on a new day.’”

Tickets for the weekend shows are $15 per seat, or $10 for groups of 10 or more. Admission is free for EOU students. These shows are a fundraiser for the theater and music programs at EOU.

About 300 tickets will be sold for each performance. To purchase in advance, go to www.tix.com/ticket-sales/tix/6521 or call the box office at 541-962-3757. A limited number of tickets may be available at the box office each night of the show.

Celebrate Veterans Nov. 11 at parade and lunch in La Grande

LA GRANDE — The La Grande Veterans Day parade, a long-standing local tradition, returns this year. The parade begins at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 11, along Adams Avenue between Hemlock and Fourth Streets. The grand marshal of the parade will be Gene Stephens of La Grande, a Vietnam veteran. To sign up to be in the parade or for more information, call John Craig, a member of American Legion Post 43 at 541-786-5148.

Following the parade, a spaghetti dinner will be served at the American Legion Post 43 Hall, 301 Fir St. The meal is free for members of Post 43. The cost to other veterans and the public is $5 per meal.

Discover the ‘Secret of Energy’ at writing workshop

ENTERPRISE — Karen Auvinen will lead an online writing workshop titled “The Secret of Energy” on Saturday, Nov. 13, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration is $120 or $110 for Fishtrappers. Writers of all levels are welcome. Register online at www.fishtrap.org.

Mary Stewart craft sale in 40th year

MILTON-FREEWATER — Homemade, handmade and upcycled items are available at the 40th annual Mary Stewart Christmas Craft Sale.

The event is Saturday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Milton-Freewater Community Building, 109 N.E. Fifth St. Admission is free. Bring a hearty appetite, as Rhonda’s Catering will be on hand for hungry shoppers. For more information, contact 509-386-3875 or pamw@bmi.net.

Virtual Tunesmith Night is Nov. 13

ENTERPRISE — The Wallowa Valley Music Alliance is launching the 16th season of Tunesmith Night, a showcase of original music, with a virtual concert on Saturday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. The season opener features three songwriters: Brian Hunt, Scott Knickerbocker and Elwood. The show will be streamed live to YouTube and the Music Alliance website (wvmusicalliance.org) and also shared on other social media.

‘Toddy Trot’ set for Nov. 18 in Baker City

BAKER CITY — The November wine walk, organized by Baker City Downtown, is set for Thursday, Nov. 18. This month’s theme is a “Toddy Trot” where participating businesses will offer a hot toddy or non-alcoholic option. The event starts at 5 p.m. at Launch Pad Baker, 2019 Main St. A donation of $10 gets a keepsake wine glass and a map.

Workshop: No-Sew Banners and Wall Hangings

BAKER CITY — Want to use up fabric scraps without sewing? Ginger Rembold will teach students how to turn fabric into colorful wall hangings with iron-on adhesive in this workshop on Thursday, Nov. 18, from 6-8 p.m. at Crossroads Carnegie Art Center, 2020 Auburn Ave. Use the provided patterns or bring your own — and take home a finished product. Cost is $16 members, $24 nonmembers. The supply fee is $5. Children age 8 to 12 may attend with a paid adult. Register online at www.crossroads-arts.org. For information, call 541-523-5369.

‘Art of the Gift’ opens Nov. 18 in Pendleton

PENDLETON — Pendleton Center for the Arts will open “The Art of the Gift” exhibit on Thursday, Nov. 18, with an opening reception for the public from 5:30-7 p.m. Members of the Arts Council of Pendleton are invited for a special sneak peek and first chance to purchase at 4:30 p.m. Non-members may come early and join the Arts Council for as little as $30 per year. Masks are required in the building.

This year marks the 20th year of the Art of the Gift exhibit, and the event is designed to provide access to gifts that are out of the ordinary and many of the featured items are one-of-a-kind. The Art of the Gift runs through Dec. 31 and is open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and Saturday from noon-4 p.m. More information is available by calling 541-278-9201 or online at pendletonarts.org.

Submissions sought for ‘Nature in the Abstract’

JOSEPH — The Josephy Center for Arts and Culture will open an exhibit on Jan. 7 titled “Nature in the Abstract.” Artists are invited to submit entries for consideration through Nov. 19. The curators are Ellen Morris Bishop and Debbie Lind. According to the show description, entries must depict a specific natural subject. The artwork may depict a real pattern in nature as it exists (for example, a macro-photo of the variegated colors and patterns of lichen) or may represent the artist’s interpretation of the subject through some form of abstraction (a painting that depicts the patterns of fall foliage as blends of colors, bands, and stripes). In either category, the viewer may not be able to identify the specific object or landscape but is compelled to consider the patterns, forms, and design.

Eligible media are photography, paintings, collage, 3-D, including ceramic, fabric, metal, and wood. There are two adult categories — “Nature in the Abstract” and “Interpretations of Nature — and a youth category for those younger than 18. The entry fee is $15 per piece, or $10 in the youth category. Artists are limited to five entries. For information, visit www.josephy.org.

Wine and cheese train set for Nov. 19

MCEWEN — The Sumpter Valley Railroad is running a special “wine and cheese” train on Friday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $55 for adults, or $20 for kids (cheese only). This train departs from McEwen Station. To make reservations, go to www.sumptervalleyrailroad.org.

‘Tuck Everlasting’ opens Nov. 20

ELGIN — Tickets are on sale now for “Tuck Everlasting,” a performance at the Elgin Opera House that opens Nov. 20. Shows are Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Tickets are $18 for the orchestra level and lower balcony, or $8 for the upper balcony. To order tickets, visit www.elginoperahouse.com.

Registration is open for Turkey Trot

BAKER CITY — Registration is now open for the Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk To Feed the Hungry, which is held at 9 a.m. on Thanksgiving, Nov. 25.

Online registration is open until midnight, Nov. 21. Entry is $15. Find the link through the Northeast Oregon Compassion Center’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/NortheastOregonCompassionCenter. Teams must be registered by Nov. 17.

Same-day registration starts at 7:30 a.m. Nov. 25 outside of Kicks. Everyone is asked to bring a donation of nonperishable food.

Jam Night returning to the Main Event

BAKER CITY — The Main Event Sports Bar is bringing Jam Night back on the first Thursday of each month. Musicians are welcome, as well those who want to just listen. The jam starts at 8:30 p.m. at the restaurant, 1929 Main St.