Jeshua Marshall returns to Churchill

BAKER CITY — Jeshua Marshall and the Flood return to play at Churchill School on Friday, March 21. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance at churchillbaker.com or $20 at the door.

Marshall is no stranger to Baker City — he was born here, and lived here off and on throughout his childhood. He’s played at Churchill several times since 2022. Marshall has played guitar since his youth, sang in his church choir and played trumpet for a band in Redmond.

He switched to the electric bass when he was 12, and by 16 he was in a band — Larry and his Flask — with his older brother, Jamin. They toured from 2004 to 2019, and then Marshall went solo in early 2020.

Ski — or walk — your way to culinary treats

ANTHONY LAKES — The 11th annual Taste of Nordic is coming to Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort on Sunday, March 23, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

You can snowshoe or just pull on some boots and walk the trails to tour the 13 vendors that will be set up along the cross-country trails.

Food and beverages will be priced by tokens ($4 each), which can be purchased starting Thursday, March 13, at the Anthony Lakes lodge. Judy encourages people to buy tokens in advance to avoid the long line on the day of the event.

Those ages 21 and older must have a wristband — IDs will be checked when tokens are purchased. If you need more tokens as you taste and sip along the trail, a token table will be set up in zone two along the trail.

All participants must have a valid trail pass, either single day or season. A Nordic trail pass is $20, or $10 for ages 7-11.

Rentals for cross-country skis or snowshoes are $25. These can be rented either the day before, March 22, or on the day of the event.

Art center plans spring break camp

BAKER CITY — Crossroads Carnegie Art Center is offering an artistic take on spring break with an art camp for ages 10 and older March 25-27 at the center, 2020 Auburn Ave.

This three-day class is packed with engaging activities that encourage creativity and expression, from painting to mixed media and crafts. Each day features a new activity.

The instructors are Cheri Siebler, Danae Simonski and Tina Ota. Classes are held from 10 a.m. to noon each day.

The cost is $126 for members, or $156 for nonmembers, plus a $5 supply fee. Crossroads also offers a “pay what you can” option — for information and to register, visit crossroads-arts.org or stop by the center.

Live music on tap at Barley Brown’s

BAKER CITY — Local musicians Add Collard and Dusty Spivey will play Saturday, March 22, at Barley Brown’s Taphouse, 2200 Main St.

The music starts at 6 p.m. The Taphouse is for ages 21 and older.

“It’s been a while since Dusty and I have played a show together, and we’re really looking forward to having fun and helping everyone else have as much fun as we’re having,” Collard said. “It’s always a blast to play on the stage at the Taphouse.”

Wine walk resumes March 20

BAKER CITY — Baker City Downtown’s monthly wine walk starts again March 20, and will continue on the third Thursday of each month through November.

This year, the starting point will rotate around downtown locations. For March, the walk starts at CASA, 2024 Main St., at 5 p.m. Cost is $12 for a commemorative wine glass and map of participating businesses. In addition, D’Club L’Eveque will play live at Royal Artisan, 1912 Main St.

‘Women, Words & Music’ is March 21

JOSEPH — The annual “Women, Words & Music” is Friday, March 21, at 7 p.m. at the Josephy Center for Arts and Culture, 403 N. Main St., in partnership with the Wallowa Valley Music Alliance. Admission is $10.

The evening’s program will continue the theme of the Josephy Center’s 2025 Women’s Art Exhibition, “Horizon Lines,” with local women sharing their musical and spoken word talents. Featured musicians are Amy Fairchild, Jezebel’s Mother, Kathleen (Kat) Johnson, Tayler Riepe and Terri Hall.

Actors weave tale of ‘Charlotte’s Web’

BAKER CITY — Eastern Oregon Regional Theatre presents the stage version of E.B. White’s “Charlotte’s Web” March 21-23 at the theater, 2101 Main St.

Performances are at 6 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $13 adults, $11 EORT members and $5 students. Purchase tickets in advance at easternoregonregionaltheatre.com or 541-523-9652, and at the door before each performance.

Ducks Unlimited host banquet, auction in Hermiston

HERMISTON — A dinner buffet and an auction with raffle prizes are featured during the Hermiston Ducks Unlimited Spring Conservation Banquet.

The event is Saturday, March 22, 5 p.m. at the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center, 1705 Airport Road. Tickets are $25/youths, $65/adults, $90/couple. In addition, a reserved table for eight is $350. The Special Gun Table for eight guests is $1,200 — and each guest can make a selection from the Wall of Guns.

Ducks Unlimited is a grassroots volunteer organization featuring conservationists and outdoor enthusiasts. For more information, search www.ducks.org. To purchase tickets to the Hermiston event, go to bit.ly/4bLQgD0.

Test your knowledge at trivia night

PENDLETON — Heritage Station Museum is planning a trivia night for Saturday, March 29, from 5-8 p.m. The evening includes trivia, dinner by 3rd Generation BBQ, and a silent auction.

Teams can have up to six players. Tickets are $25 per person or $120 per table for a group of six.

Dinner options are: pulled pork sandwiches, chicken breast sandwiches, macaroni salad, baked beans and a green salad.

Tickets are available at https://tinyurl.com/triviatickets2025 as well as at the museum, 108 SW Frazer Ave., Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Elevate your game during spring break

LA GRANDE — This spring break, young basketball enthusiasts can enhance their skills at the spring break basketball clinic hosted at La Grande High School March 24-28.

The clinic is for boys and girls aged 9-14. Highlights of the clinic include ball handling and dribbling drills, mastering nine keys of shooting, attacking the basket and scoring techniques.

The clinic runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily. Attendees are advised to bring a signed Clinic Medical Release Waiver, a snack, a basketball, and a water bottle. The cost is $65, and additional information can be found at https://tinyurl.com/bddcu8wm. For questions, call 899-406-3926.

Learn about shadow puppetry

LA GRANDE — A spring break camp on shadow puppetry is planned for March 24-28 at Mnemosyne Studios, 104 Depot St. Space is limited to 12, so early registration is encouraged at www.holisticacting.com, emailing rickkijohickey@holisticacting.com or by calling 541-663-1009.

Campers will read through scripts, create their own detailed shadow puppets, and bring their creations to life on stage. By the end of the camp, each participant will have two custom-crafted puppets to take home and will have the opportunity to perform in two live shows for friends and family.

The camp is designed for ages 9-16. Sessions will run from 9 a.m. to noon each day.

Horse camp planned for spring break

LA GRANDE — Victory Acres Farm will offer a horse camp March 24-28 at 62611 Fruitdale Lane. The camp is divided into two age groups: children aged 4-6 can attend the session from 9-11 a.m., and ages 7-14 will attend from noon to 4 p.m. Cost is $300.

Victory Acres Farm provides horses, boots, and helmets for all participants. Additionally, there is a $20 discount for second and subsequent children in the same immediate family. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to hold a spot.

To register or inquire further, call 541-786-3218 or email victoryacres@hotmail.com. More information can also be found on their website, www.victoryacresfarm.com.

Round-Up announces kick-off concert

PENDLETON — Chart-topping country stars Tracy Lawrence and Rodney Atkins will headline the Pendleton Round-Up and Happy Canyon Kick-Off Concert on Sept. 6, 7-10 p.m. at Happy Canyon Arena. The gates open at 6 p.m.

Ticket prices for rows 1-40 range from $55 to $71; box seats are $75 and the Let ‘er Buck Zone is $94. In addition, VIP standing (includes dinner and malt beverages) is $162.

Tickets went on sale March 14 via www.pendletonroundup.com. They also can be purchased by calling 541-276-2553.

Plan now for the Pendleton Street Fair
PENDLETON — The Pendleton Street Fair, set for Saturday, May 17, is looking for vendors and volunteers.

In the early 1900s, Main Street merchants hosted the Pendleton Street Fair. This day consisted of booths in front of each business, performing artists and other local organizations.

Eventually, this street fair became the Umatilla County Fair and was relocated to a larger area.

The Pendleton Downtown Association, the city of Pendleton’s Historic Preservation Commission and the Umatilla County Historical Society are bringing back this historic street fair to help promote Pendleton’s downtown historic district.

Interested in volunteering or participating? To connect with the planning committee, send an email to HPC@pendletonor.gov.

Registration for businesses, booth space, entertainment, volunteers and sponsors is now open at www.pendletondowntown.org/street-fair. Additional event information will be posted by the Pendleton Downtown Association and Heritage Station Museum.