Library’s winter book sale runs through Feb. 11

BAKER CITY — The Friends of the Baker County Library continues the winter book sale through Sunday, Feb. 11 during the library’s regular hours in the Riverside Meeting Room at the library, 2400 Resort St. On the final two days, Feb. 10-11, most books will sell for 25 cents. Volunteers who can help with the sale can sign up at the library (leave your phone number).

‘Love at the Pub’ set for Feb. 14

LA GRANDE — Side A Brewing, 1219 Washington Ave., is planning a “Love at the Pub” event with live music in honor of Valentine’s Day.

The concert is free and will be held in the Firehouse Museum. Food and beverage service will be available.

The music starts at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 14, and features Jeremiah Dockweiler accompanied by Dr. Mio Aoike on piano, Davon Dunajski on guitar and Kevin McAllister on percussion.

Valentine’s Day dance supports the radio

BAKER CITY — Celebrate Valentine’s Day by supporting community radio at the first-ever “Love & Radio Dance” on Feb. 14 at Churchill School, 3451 Broadway St. (enter through the 16th Street parking lot). Doors open at 6 p.m.

This is a benefit for 89.9 FM KBZR, a local radio station that will go on air later this year. The evening features DJ Auralux and includes song dedications, dance instruction, a Valentine’s photo booth, food by MC Taco Bus and drinks at the Strade B Bar.

Tickets are $5 in advance at eventbrite.com, or $10 at the door.

Boardman offers magical night for daughters

BOARDMAN — It’s almost time to kick up your heels for the sixth annual Daddy Daughter Dance in Boardman.

Once Upon a Time is Saturday, Feb. 10, 6-8 p.m. at the Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. The cost is $35 per couple and $15 for extra daughters. It’s geared for girls 18 and younger and their father/grandfather/uncle/father figures. In addition to music and dancing, it features snacks, refreshments and more.

Tickets are limited. To register or for more information, search rebrand.ly/5vxin3x. For questions, call the Boardman Pool & Recreation Center at 541-616-1050.

Clay pigeon shoot supports the EMTs

KIMBERLY — A clay pigeon shoot is set for Saturday, Feb. 10, at Brad and Julie Smith’s B Bar J Ranch in Kimberly (mile marker 9 on Highway 402). The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (concessions available with donations accepted) and includes a dessert auction at 1 p.m. To donate a dessert, call Julie or Brad at 541-934-2143. All proceeds will be donated to the Monument EMTs.

Also, the second progressive shotgun shoot in the series starts at 3 p.m. on Feb. 10 (also held March 9 and April 13). The best out of 100 shots at the end of the series wins a Savage HMR 17 with scope valued at $600. There’s a $100 buy-in paid up front. Must be at three out of the four shoots to qualify. Second place earns $250 and third earns $150.

EOU professor returns from sabbatical

LA GRANDE — Eastern Oregon University professor Michael Sell has returned from a year-long sabbatical, and following a gallery opening at Nightingale Gallery will present a Colloquium on Thursday, Feb. 8, 4-5 p.m. in the gallery.

According to an EOU press release, Sell’s photographic work “explores mortality, subcultures, and the progression of time through ritualistic and documentary practices.”

“By presenting images from different series together, I hope to put forward photography as a method for communicating our individual stories while serving as evidence of the capturing and passage of time,” he said.

Experience silent films Feb. 9-11

BAKER CITY — This February, take a step back in time as Keith Taylor performs original piano scores for three silent films.

The film festival is Feb. 9-11 at Eastern Oregon Regional Theatre, 2101 Main St.

The films start at 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $10 adults, $8 EORT members and $6 students. Purchase tickets at the window, at easternoregonregionaltheatre.com or call 541-523-9652.

The films are “Torrent” (1926) on Feb. 9; “7th Heaven” (1927) on Feb. 10; and “Flesh and the Devil” (1926) on Feb. 11.

Elgin Stampede crab feed is Feb. 10

ELGIN — The annual Crab Feed Fundraiser for the Elgin Stampede will be held Saturday, Feb. 10, 4 p.m. at 71112 Highway 82 in Elgin. Doors open at 3:45 p.m.

The meal includes all-you-can-eat freshly shelled Bell Buoy crab, coleslaw, baked beans, potato salad, garlic bread, and Payne’s famous crab sauce. Tickets are purchased at the door or reserve a 5-pound can of crab to take home. Contact Steven at 541-910-7883 for price information and to reserve a can of crab.

Pre-ordered cans can be picked up on the day of the feed.

Lizzie No, Kasey Anderson play Feb. 10

BAKER CITY — Lizzie No, now hailing from Nashville, will tour through Baker City on Saturday, Feb. 10, to perform at Churchill School, 3451 Broadway St. (enter through the 16th Street parking lot).

Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show starts at 6:30 p.m. with opening act Kasey Anderson. Tickets are $18 in advance at churchillbaker.com or $22 at the door.

Lizzie No recently released her third album, titled “Halfsies.”

Students present music recital Feb. 13

JOSEPH — Students of Amy Fairchild (piano) and Robyn Burns (violin) will present a recital on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Josephy Center for Arts and Culture, 403 N. Main St.

The students will play a wide variety of music — classical, themes from films, fiddle tunes and many original pieces composed by Fairchild.

This performance is free and open to the public. Donations will support the Josephy Center.

BMCC baseball team pitches raffle fundraiser

PENDLETON — Baseball fans are invited to step up to the plate to provide support for the Blue Mountain Community College team.

More than 50 items are up for grabs, such as tools, a basketball hoop, camp chairs, small appliances and themed baskets. In addition, there are a variety of gift cards, including Cabela’s, Olive Garden, Starbucks and Amazon.

Tickets are $10 each, six for $50 or 15 for $100. Don’t strike out — for more information or a link to buy tickets, search www.facebook.com/Bmccbaseball. The drawing will be Saturday, Feb. 10, 5 p.m. on Facebook Live.

Father Daughter Dance supports Junior Show

MILTON-FREEWATER — The 16th annual Milton-Freewater Junior Show Father Daughter Dance is a way to support the Junio Show while creating memories to last a lifetime.

Fathers (or grandfathers, uncles, and father figures) are encouraged to invite their daughters to a special father and daughter night out on Saturday, Feb. 17.

The event is held from 7-9 p.m. at the Milton-Freewater Community Building, 109 NE Fifth St. Tickets are available at the door and cost $50 per couple and $10 for each additional daughter.

The night includes Art by Amy Photography taking a picture of each couple, flowers, finger food and dancing.

Proceeds go to the show’s operating fund. The Junior Show is held every year on the second weekend of May for 4-H and FFA members in Umatilla County and parts of neighboring Washington. This year’s show and sale dates are May 9-12.

The fundraiser was started in 2009 with organizers planning for 50 girls and their “dates.” However, they ended up with 88 couples enjoying an evening together. The night was a huge hit with fathers and daughters dancing to The Kiwanis Sound Machine, which was donated by the Milton-Freewater Kiwanis Club; and snacking on finger foods donated by 4-H leaders. Chris Wallace, who organized the event, said they were overwhelmed with the turnout.

The committee was so pleased with the success of the special night that they decided to make it an annual event.

Held in connection with the Milton-Freewater Pea Festival, the first Junior Show was in May of 1948. Their first fat livestock sale was in 1960 at the Mac-Hi Ag Shop. The organization purchased the current show grounds, off Highway 11, later in the 1960s and the show moved to its permanent home.

To learn more, go to their website mfjrshow.com or their Facebook page “Milton-Freewater Junior Show.”

For more information on the Father Daughter Dance, call Brittany 509-540-2996 or Ila 509-520-6853.

Join a Starlight Storytime Feb. 8

WALLOWA — The Friends of Wallowa Public Library are hosting a Starlight Storytime with the library director on Thursday, Feb. 8. Movement games to get the wiggles out start at 6 p.m., followed by stories and a snack at 6:30 p.m. at the library, 201 E. First St.

Children are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring a blanket and stuffed animal. This event counts toward “Cuddle Up and Read” time.

Plan now for The Little Big Show

BAKER CITY — Artists are encouraged to pick up boards for The Little Big Show, an art show that happens in August at Baker City galleries. For the show, artists create original works on boards that measure eight inches square. The art is then divided between locations and priced at $40.

Boards will be available on Friday, Feb. 9, 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Churchill School, 3451 Broadway St. For artists, there is a $5 entry fee.

Get tickets now for A Night at Old Auburn

BAKER CITY — Dig out your best ‘70s attire and plan to spend an evening supporting the Baker Heritage Museum at the annual fundraiser “A Night at Old Auburn” on Saturday, Feb. 24, at the Baker Elks Lodge, 1896 Second St.

Tickets are $45 for dinner and the games. These must be purchased before Friday, Feb. 16 online at www.friendsofbakerheritagemuseum.com or by calling the museum, 541-523-9308, or Cindy Carpenter, 541-239-8491.

Those who just want to participate in the gaming portion of the evening can buy a ticket for $10 — either in advance or at the door.

Doors open at 5 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m. and casino-style gaming and bingo from 7-11 p.m. Attendees purchase “funny money” to use in the games. Winnings can be exchanged for prize tickets, which are used for a chance to win items donated by local businesses. The evening also includes a live auction.

This fundraiser is organized by the Friends of the Baker Heritage Museum to support the museum’s needs for creating or updating exhibits and supplementing bigger projects.

Traveler’s Club meets Feb. 8

HERMISTON — The Hermiston Traveler’s Club, a nonprofit organization that meets the second Thursday of the month, will next gather at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8, in the gym at the First Christian Church, 775 W. Highland Ave. in Hermiston.

Attendees plan day trips, tours and enjoy socializing. Dues for active members are $10 for 2024.

Megan Alder plays at Barley Brown’s on Feb. 9

BAKER CITY — Barley Brown’s welcomes Megan Alder on Friday, Feb. 9, starting at 6 p.m. Hailing from the Columbia River Gorge, Alder performs upbeat swing and Americana. Influenced by artists like Billie Holiday and Bonnie Raitt, Alder performs as a solo artist with “live loops and kazoo flair.” Her latest release “Dark Side” features four original songs recorded in Parkdale.

Join the music at the taproom, 2200 Main St.

Ag & Home Expo seeks vendors in Hermiston

HERMISTON — Vendor space is still available for the Farm City Ag & Home Expo. The event showcases everything from tractors, trucks and farm supplies to home decor, pools and spas, real estate, furniture and more.

In its second year, the expo is Feb. 23-24 at the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center, 1705 E. Airport Road, Hermiston. Admission is free.

The deadline to register as a vendor is Friday, Feb. 9. For more information, contact Angel Aguilar at the Hermiston Herald via 541-564-4531 or aaguilar@hermistonherald.com.

Valentine’s Market offers sweet shopping

ECHO — Nearly two dozen vendors are already confirmed for the Valentine’s Market hosted by Wild Bleu Yonder, 200 W. Main St.

The vendor market offers twice the fun — Friday, Feb. 9, 5-8 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — and shopping for jewelry, clothing, hats, home/yard decor, candles, chocolate and more.

For more information, search www.facebook.com/wildbleuyonder. For questions, call 541-571-0080.

Hermiston theater students stage musical

HERMISTON — The Hermiston High School theater program will present “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.” A raucous romantic comedy, the musical opens Friday, Feb. 9, 7 p.m. in the school’s auditorium, 600 S. First St. A second performance is set for Saturday, Feb. 10, 2 p.m.

The play continues for a second weekend with shows on Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 17 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Tickets are $13 for adults and youths 11 and older; and $10 for senior citizens, children 10 and younger and HHS students with Associated Student Body cards.

For more information, search Facebook via bit.ly/3rSMh5c. For questions, call 541-667-6100.

Hermiston theater students stage musical

HERMISTON — The Hermiston High School theater program will present “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.” A raucous romantic comedy, the musical opens Friday, Feb. 9, 7 p.m. in the school’s auditorium, 600 S. First St. Other curtain times are Saturday, Feb. 10, 2 p.m.; Feb. 16, 7 p.m. and Feb. 17, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Tickets are $13 for adults and youths 11 and older; and $10 for senior citizens, children 10 and younger and HHS students with Associated Student Body cards.

For more information, search Facebook via bit.ly/3rSMh5c. For questions, call 541-667-6100.

Halfway’s poker run is Feb. 18

HALFWAY — The annual Denny Oliver Memorial poker run, sponsored by the Panhandle Snowmobile Club, is happening Sunday, Feb. 18 in Halfway. The $5 hands run from 9 a.m. to noon, with payout to five places at 6 p.m.

The run is 25 miles and has bonfires at each station. A sno-park permit is required.

The total payout is $4,000 — $1,600 for first, $1,000 for second, $800 for third, $400 for fourth and $200 for fifth.

The day begins with breakfast at 7 a.m. and ends with dinner at 4 p.m., both at the Halfway Lions Club. Proceeds from this event support the Lions Club and Pine Valley Grange.

For information, call Jason Harriman, 541-742-6641.

Hunters Association plans banquet Feb. 24

LA GRANDE — Oregon Hunters Association Union/Wallowa counties chapter will hold its annual fundraising banquet Feb. 24 at 4 p.m. at the Blue Mountain Conference Center in La Grande.

The event consists of dinner, raffles and auctions. Some of the items to be auctioned are fishing trips, hunting trips, furniture, prints, jet boat trips and weekend getaways. There will be many guns for raffles as well as a general raffle and women’s raffle. Proceeds go to youth shooting sports, scholarships, habitat projects, search and rescue, etc. For tickets and information, call 208-350-1687.