Here Is The Hub Bub On What To Do This Weekend!

It looks like it's gonna be a nice weekend! Car Shows, Wine Tasting, Music, Art, Sports, and lots of activities for you to do! Thank you Tri-Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau for the calender of events! Check it out!

ACT Presents Willy Wonka

Location:

Chief Joe Auditorium

Address:

504 Wilson St.
Richland, WA 99354

Times:

Fr/Sa at 7 p.m., Su at 3 p.m.

Phone:

509-943-6027

Admission:

Other

Adult:

$13

Child:

$7

Senior:

$10

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> 'There is no life I know to compare with pure imagination. Living there, you'll be free if you truly wish to be.' Join Charlie and Grandpa Jo as they tour the mysterious Wonka candy factory. This musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" will return you to a simpler time, bring childhood to life, and remind you of the important things in life. Show dates are Sep 30. Oct 1, Oct 2.

COWGIRLS: Contemporary Portraits of the American West exhibit

Location:

Tamástslikt Cultural Institute

Address:

47106 Wildhorse Blvd.
Pendleton, OR 97801

Times:

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone:

541-966-9748

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> The photographic exhibition, COWGIRLS: Contemporary Portraits of the American West, will open August 12, 2011, at Tamástslikt Cultural Institute in Pendleton, Oregon.   The exhibit reveals the complex, unglamorous, yet often inspiring reality of women steeled by ranch life in the modern west.  The COWGIRLS exhibit will run through October 9, 2011. COWGIRLS features 30 photographs accompanied by narrative quotes that explore the daily challenges, professional triumphs, and personal tenacity shared by the women who run cattle or ride broncs and bulls. From the competitive grit of the rodeo circuit and the exhausting demands of cattle ranching to the intimate bond they share with their animals, modern cowgirls call to mind the independence, fortitude, and incomparable vigor demonstrated by women who endured the hardships and challenges of life on the American frontier. 

Etchings exhibit

Location:

CBC Esvelt Gallery

Address:

2600 N 20th Ave.
Pasco, WA 99301

Times:

Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m., Friday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone:

509-542-5531

Admission:

Free

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> September 19 – October 20.  Opening Reception: 3 p.m. on September 22, with a short gallery talk by the gallery coordinator.  The first exhibition in the Esvelt Gallery at Columbia Basin College of the fall term is a group of 40 contemporary prints produced by art students from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The works are all original prints (not reproductions) and will include pieces that demonstrate all the various methods of producing an image on paper with ink from a copper plate. Gallery Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday- Sunday, CLOSED The Esvelt Gallery would like to thank the ASCBC for its support. For more information call (509) 542-4864, Gallery Director www.columbiabasin.edu/esveltgallery

Honoring Our History World War I traveling gallery

Location:

CREHST Museum

Address:

95 Lee Blvd.
Richland, WA 99352

Times:

10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Phone:

509-737-1698

Admission:

Admission is free but donations gladly accepted.

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> This is a yearlong national tour honoring the men and women who served in World War I.  Developed in partnership with the National World War I Museum,and in celebration of Waddell & Reed's 75th anniversary, Honoring Our History commemorates the Great War from within a customized "big rig" truck. This extraordinary traveling gallery features myriad artifacts including weapons, tools, equipment and uniforms; a walk-through trench simulating the war environment; videos and audio tracks; news headlines and historical descriptors.  Admission is free*- Donations gladly accepted.  Receive a special Honoring Our HistoryT-shirt with minimum $25 donation.  Half of all contributions will benefit the National World War IMuseum in Kansas City, the other half to benefit the CREHST Museum.  * Your visits to the WWI traveling gallery and the CREHST Museum will be free of charge.  Step back in time for an experience of historical proportions...

Market at the Parkway

Location:

Richland Parkway

Address:

Lee Blvd and The Parkway
Richland, WA 99354

Times:

9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Phone:

509-967-2587

Admission:

Free

Detailed Info >>

Pickin in the Park

Location:

Flat Top Park

Address:

4705 W. Van Giesen St.
West Richland, WA 99353

Times:

5:30 p.m.

Phone:

509-420-4597

Admission:

Other

Adult:

$5.00

Child:

$5.00

Senior:

$5.00

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> On Friday, September 30th starting at 5:30 p.m., BORN AGAIN BOXES is partnering with Indulgences Espresso and Delights, and the local band, Bent on Blues, to give you an opportunity to enjoy an evening of music, food and fun at Pickin in the Park (for Kids Cancer). This event is being held at Flat top Park in West Richland and includes an evening of live music with barbecued hamburgers and hotdogs, chips and a drink and entertainment for the kids for just $5 per person! For more information, call (509) 420 4597. 

Primitive Circus @ Thomas O'Neil Cellars

Location:

Thomas O'Neil Cellars

Address:

2323 Henderson Loop
Richland, WA 99354

Times:

7 - 10 p.m.

Phone:

509-371-1900

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Tri-Cities entertainment at its best! If you want variety and fun, come party with us!  Primitive Circus plays a wide range of music including rock, pop, R&B, and more. In addition to playing some originals, they also cover songs by artists like The Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder, Pat Benatar, Shakira, AC/DC, and many more.

Ravinwolf @ Bookwalter Winery

Location:

J Bookwalter Winery

Address:

894 Tulip Lane
Richland, WA 99352

Times:

6 - 10 p.m.

Phone:

509-627-5000

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> This band was nominated in 2010 for Best Blues Duo by the Washington Blues Society. 

Songs of the Saints

Location:

Central United Protestant Church

Address:

1124 Stevens Dr.
Richland, WA 99354

Times:

7:30 p.m.

Phone:

509-460-1766

Admission:

Other

Adult:

$20.00

Child:

K-12 students FREE

Senior:

$20.00

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Mid-Columbia Mastersingers open their 25th Anniversary Silver Celebration season with “Songs of the Saints”. Artistic Director Justin Raffa and 2011-12 guest Composer-in-Residence, Reginald Unterseher of Kennewick, host an exciting concert of choral music featuring Benjamin Britten’s Saint Nicolas and Mozart’s Sparrow Mass. Guest artists: Adam J. Shelton, tenor, and Kraig Scott, organ.

Terra Blanca Happy Hour

Address:

34715 N. DeMoss Rd.
Benton City, WA 99320

Times:

6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Detailed Info >> Join us for a glass of wine and relax as the sun sets over the valley. Assorted cheese and meat plates are available plus an array of Terra Blanca Signature Series and Arch Terrace wines by the glass, flight or bottle.

2011 Southeastern Washington Cavalcade of Bands 30th Annual Marching Band Competition

Location:

Neil F. Lampson Stadium

Address:

505 S. Garfield
Kennewick, WA 99336

Times:

9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Phone:

800-673-1137

Admission:

See detailed information section

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> "Cavalcade of Bands", the premier competitive event for high school marching bands of the Pacific Northwest, will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Neil F. Lampson Stadium in Kennewick, WA. This is an all day family event, with Preliminary competition beginning at 9:15 a.m. The Instrumental Music Boosters from Kennewick and Pasco High Schools are honored to be hosting this event for the 30th year. The competition will be fierce as over 2500 performing students from 24 high school band ensembles from Washington, Idaho, and Oregon vie for the title of "2011 Sweepstakes" winner. The top 12 bands will advance to Finals competition beginning at 6:15 p.m., with a Final Awards ceremony at 9:30 p.m. Come watch the region's finest marching bands compete including all local bands: Chiawana, Hanford, Kamiakin, Richland, and Southridge, along with 18 other Northwest bands. Our host bands will give exhibition performances -- Pasco at 4:30 p.m. and Kennewick at 9:30 p.m.  Each group will compete for distinction in multiple categories including Music, Visual, Percussion, Visual, and Drum Major awards. Cavalcade of Bands is a day of visual and musical pageantry, as auxiliary guard members, with their colorful costumes and flags, join the talented student musicians in presenting outstanding displays of performance excellence. Shows are based on music by contemporary as well as classical composers, with customized arrangements and drill formations created specifically for the 2011 season.  30 Years of Excellence - Our show is one of the longest running shows in the northwest. We have some special things planned for participants as well as Kennewick High and Pasco High band alumni and boosters. Go to our Facebook page or web-site for more information!  Pre-Sale Tickets can be purchased through any Kennewick High School or Pasco High School Band student or from one of our local outlets: Ted Brown Music (Richland), Adventures Underground (Richland) or on-line at http://www.cavalcadeofbandswa.com. Save $5 a ticket by purchasing them before the show!  Day of show tickets will be available at the Lampson Stadium box office the day of the event. Admission is $14 for adults, $9 for students/seniors - children five and younger are admitted free.  For more information, please visit: http://www.cavalcadeofbandswa.com. 

3rd Annual Kiss Cancer Goodbye Fundraiser

Location:

Goose Ridge Winery

Address:

16304 Dallas Road
Richland, WA 99352

Times:

3pm-8pm

Admission:

Other

Adult:

Please Inquire

Child:

Please Inquire

Senior:

Please Inquire

Detailed Info >> Manicures, massages, hairdressing, clothes, jewelry, and more!! ALL proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. - Bring cash for opportunity drawings & to do a little shopping! Bring your girlfriends, sisters, mothers, etc for a GREAT time! Even if you can't make the event you can buy a ticket & support! Thank you!

97Rocktoberfest

Location:

TRAC Center Ranch & Home Arena

Address:

6600 Burden Blvd.
Pasco, WA 99301

Times:

5 to 11 p.m. (Doors open at 5 p.m.)

Phone:

509-543-2999

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Tickets on sale August 1st BANDS: 5:15 pm to 5:45 p.m. - Eclectic Approach, 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m - The Missionary Position, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. - The Return of Helles Belles, 8:45 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. - Great White.  Prices: GA - $20, Day of - $25, Reserved Seating - $50. Happy hour is from 5 to 6 p.m., 1/2 priced beer and wine...Plus first 300 guests through the door get a commemorative mug.     

ACT Presents Willy Wonka

Location:

Chief Joe Auditorium

Address:

504 Wilson St.
Richland, WA 99354

Times:

Fr/Sa at 7 p.m., Su at 3 p.m.

Phone:

509-943-6027

Admission:

Other

Adult:

$13

Child:

$7

Senior:

$10

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> 'There is no life I know to compare with pure imagination. Living there, you'll be free if you truly wish to be.' Join Charlie and Grandpa Jo as they tour the mysterious Wonka candy factory. This musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" will return you to a simpler time, bring childhood to life, and remind you of the important things in life. Show dates are Sep 30. Oct 1, Oct 2.

All Breeds Dog Show

Location:

Columbia Park

Address:

5111 SE Columbia Dr.
Kennewick, WA 99336

Times:

7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Admission:

Free for spectators

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Come to Columbia park and watch 1,000 dogs and handlers compete for the title of "Best in Show".

Arrowhead Making-The Art of Flint Knapping

Location:

CREHST Museum

Address:

95 Lee Blvd.
Richland, WA 99354

Times:

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Phone:

509-943-9000

Admission:

CREHST Members - $75. non-members- $95, ages 14 & up

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Join CREHST Museum & Greg Greger for an all day Flint Knapping workshop. Try your hand at making arrowheads and other points. An illustrated manual, a set of basic knapping tools and knapping material is provided. Limited to 12 people; min. age: 14. Pre-Registration required.

COWGIRLS: Contemporary Portraits of the American West exhibit

Location:

Tamástslikt Cultural Institute

Address:

47106 Wildhorse Blvd.
Pendleton, OR 97801

Times:

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone:

541-966-9748

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> The photographic exhibition, COWGIRLS: Contemporary Portraits of the American West, will open August 12, 2011, at Tamástslikt Cultural Institute in Pendleton, Oregon.   The exhibit reveals the complex, unglamorous, yet often inspiring reality of women steeled by ranch life in the modern west.  The COWGIRLS exhibit will run through October 9, 2011. COWGIRLS features 30 photographs accompanied by narrative quotes that explore the daily challenges, professional triumphs, and personal tenacity shared by the women who run cattle or ride broncs and bulls. From the competitive grit of the rodeo circuit and the exhausting demands of cattle ranching to the intimate bond they share with their animals, modern cowgirls call to mind the independence, fortitude, and incomparable vigor demonstrated by women who endured the hardships and challenges of life on the American frontier. 

Estate Tour & Tasting

Address:

34715 N. DeMoss Rd.
Benton City, WA 99320

Times:

1:00 p.m.

Admission:

$15 (Free for Club ONYX members)

Detailed Info >>

Master Gardeners Fall Garden Day

Location:

Grange Hall & Demonstration Garden

Address:

1620 S. Union
Kennewick, Washington 99337

Times:

9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Phone:

509-735-3551

Admission:

Other

Adult:

$20.00

Child:

N/A

Senior:

$20.00

Detailed Info >> Fall Garden Day is a program of presentations, demonstrations, and classes on the basics of fall gardening for our community. The keynote speaker, Lisa Hill, will discuss hummingbirds and backyard birds. Marianne Ophardt will discuss preparing your garden for winter and designing bulb plantings. After lunch, Cole Lindsey will be discussing the bat colony at Hanford and show bat houses you can make. There will be a variety of gardening classes and demonstrations presented by local Master Gardener experts out in the Demonstration Garden.  Registration is required by Sept. 28, 2011.

October Sky Lights with LIGO Observatory & Tri-City Astronomy Club

Location:

LIGO Hanford Observatory

Address:

127124 N. Rt. 10
Richland, WA 99354

Times:

8 - 11 p.m.

Phone:

509-372-8181

Admission:

Free

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Come to LIGO for Astronomy Day on October 1. Star gazing with the Tri-City Astronomy Club begins at 8 p.m.  Surf the sky for planets, stars and constellations. Wind your way through the Galaxy Scavenger Hunt! Admission is free for all ages.

Open Dancing Saturday

Address:

2525 N. 20th Ave.
Pasco, WA 99301

Times:

6 p.m.

Admission:

Other

Adult:

$5.00

Detailed Info >> Grizzly Bar at Pasco Red Lion Hotel 

Pasco Farmers Market

Location:

Pasco Farmers Market

Address:

Corner of S. 4th Ave. & W. Columbia St.
Pasco, WA 99301

Times:

Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Wednesdays from 8 a.m. - 12

Phone:

509-545-0738

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> The Pasco Farmers Market is open from May to October each year.  Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Wednesdays from 8 a.m. - 12  noon.  Located in the heart of downtown Pasco, WA at the corner of W. Columbia Street and S. 4th Avenue (close to Lewis Street).  The Pasco Farmer's Market is one of the largest, outdoor, community farmers' markets in Washington state, selling a huge variety of locally-grown fruits, vegetables, and other products. It is one of the longest-running farmers markets in the state, and has been in operation for over 30 years.  It is the only open-air farmers market in our community with two covered pavillions, providing shade on sunny days, or cover on rainy days for our shoppers and vendors.  You will be delighted by the variety of products available! We proudly offer fresh, local fruits, berries, and vegetables in season and organic produce. You can also find locally-raised beef and pork, eggs, poultry, local honey, wine, coffee, baked goods (breads, cookies, cinnamon rolls), gourmet cheese, fresh-fruit beverages, kettle corn, hand-crafted jewelry and other goods from local artisans, and so much more! Also: The donut machine is back! Hot, freshly-made donuts -- made right before your eyes and they smell and taste so delicious.  We are proud to present a wide variety of local entertainers, making the market a fun place to shop and get your favorite goods. The entertainment is always "family friendly", for all ages. Our successful and very fun "Music at the Market" has been running since 2004!  In October, we hold our annual "Pumpkin Contest" (carved or painted) for Teens and Children. This is always a fun event for the whole family!

Ron Greene @ Thomas O'Neil Cellars

Location:

Thomas O'Neil Cellars

Address:

2323 Henderson Loop
Richland, WA 99354

Times:

7 - 10 p.m.

Phone:

509-371-1900

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Ron Greene is a singer/songwriter who performs, along with his band The Right, soulful alt/pop - imagine Lenny Kravitz mashed up with Hootie & the Blowfish - funky, fresh and fun.

The Shades @ Bookwalter Winery

Location:

J Bookwalter Winery

Address:

894 Tulip Lane
Richland, WA 99352

Times:

6 - 10 p.m.

Phone:

509-627-5000

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> The SHADES are a classic rock and pop music band that play in the Tri-Cities, WA and surrounding areas. Covering everything from Kelly Clarkson to the Rolling Stones, the SHADES offer popular live music performances that are enjoyed by many age groups. 

Tri-Cities Arthritis Walk

Location:

South Howard Amon Park

Address:

900 George Washington Way
Richland, WA 99352

Times:

9 a.m. - 12 noon

Phone:

509-947-1835

Admission:

Free

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Join the Arthritis Foundation for the 2nd Annual Tri-Cities Arthritis Walk. The walk is family friendly with a bounce house, snacks, great live music, fun vendors, and a beautiful 3 mile walk route along the river. We hope you will join us on October 1 at South Howard Amon Park to raise funds and awareness for a disease affecting over 50 million Americans and 300,000 children.

Winters & Skalstad @ Pasco Farmers Market

Location:

Pasco Farmers Market

Address:

Corner of S. 4th Ave & Columbia St
Pasco, WA 99302

Times:

9:00 - noon

Admission:

Free

Detailed Info >> Folk & Classic Rock

97Rocks with the Hawks at The Crow's 'Hawks' Nest Bar & Grill

Location:

The Crows Nest at Clover Island Inn

Address:

435 Clover Island Dr.
Kennewick, WA 99336

Times:

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone:

509-586-0541

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> 97Rocks with the Hawks at The Crow's 'Hawks' Nest Bar & Grill We are partnering with 97Rock to promote our Seahawk Sundays.  Join us in the "Hawks Nest" for food & drink specials and Seahawk Football!  Every week there will be one winner to a Seahawk game in Seattle on December 12, 2011.  Must be present to win (21 and over only). 

ACT presents Willy Wonka!

Location:

Chief Joe Auditorium

Address:

504 Wilson
Richland, WA 99354

Times:

3 p.m. - doors open 2 p.m.

Phone:

509-943-6027

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Join Charlie and Grandpa Jo as they tour the mysterious Wonka candy factory. This musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" will return you to a simpler time, bring childhood to life, and remind you of the important things in life.  Performance Dates:  Sept. 23 & 24th @ 7 p.m. (doors open 6 p.m.); Sept. 25 @ 3 p.m. (doors open 2 p.m.); Sept. 30 @ 7 p.m. (doors open 6 p.m.), Oct. 1 @ 7 p.m. (doors open 6 p.m.), & Oct. 2 @ 3 p.m. (doors open 2 p.m.).  Tickets: $13 adult, $10 senior/student (12-18), $7 children under 12.  Get your tickets online!

All Breeds Dog Show

Location:

Columbia Park

Address:

5111 SE Columbia Dr.
Kennewick, WA 99336

Times:

8 a.m.

Admission:

Free for spectators

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Come to Columbia park and watch 1,000 dogs and handlers compete for the title of "Best in Show".

COWGIRLS: Contemporary Portraits of the American West exhibit

Location:

Tamástslikt Cultural Institute

Address:

47106 Wildhorse Blvd.
Pendleton, OR 97801

Times:

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone:

541-966-9748

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> The photographic exhibition, COWGIRLS: Contemporary Portraits of the American West, will open August 12, 2011, at Tamástslikt Cultural Institute in Pendleton, Oregon.   The exhibit reveals the complex, unglamorous, yet often inspiring reality of women steeled by ranch life in the modern west.  The COWGIRLS exhibit will run through October 9, 2011. COWGIRLS features 30 photographs accompanied by narrative quotes that explore the daily challenges, professional triumphs, and personal tenacity shared by the women who run cattle or ride broncs and bulls. From the competitive grit of the rodeo circuit and the exhausting demands of cattle ranching to the intimate bond they share with their animals, modern cowgirls call to mind the independence, fortitude, and incomparable vigor demonstrated by women who endured the hardships and challenges of life on the American frontier. 

Estate Tour & Tasting

Address:

34715 N. DeMoss Rd.
Benton City, WA 99320

Times:

1:00 p.m.

Admission:

$15 (Free for Club ONYX members)

Detailed Info >>

Songs of the Saints

Location:

Walla Walla University Church

Address:

212 SW 4th St.
College Place, WA 99324

Times:

3 p.m.

Phone:

509-460-1766

Admission:

Other

Adult:

$20.00

Child:

Students K-12 admitted FREE

Senior:

$20.00

Website:

Click To Visit Website

Detailed Info >> Mid-Columbia Mastersingers open their 25th Anniversary Silver Celebration season with “Songs of the Saints”. Artistic Director Justin Raffa and 2011-12 guest Composer-in-Residence, Reginald Unterseher of Kennewick, host an exciting concert of choral music featuring Benjamin Britten’s Saint Nicolas and Mozart’s Sparrow Mass. Guest artists: Adam J. Shelton, tenor, and Kraig Scott, organ.