Looking for something cool to do this week?

Thank you Tri-Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau for this calender of events for Tri-Cities this weekend. Lots of stuff to do for the young & old (well....older).

Market at the Parkway

Lee Blvd., Richland

Friday, August 12

9 A.M. - 1 P.M.

The Market at The Parkway (Richland Farmers' Market) will be open each Friday through October 14.  Enjoy a huge variety of produce, fruits, nuts, berries, flowers, plants, beef, lamb, specialty foods and wine, crafts, as well as musical entertainment.

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   Vineyard Hikes

Terra Blanca Winery, Benton City

Friday & Saturday, 

August 12 & 13
Friday: 3 P.M.

Saturday: 12 P.M. & 3 P.M.

Take a guided walk with a trained staff member through acres of Terra Blanca's estate vineyard and learn about Red Mountain. Guests are advised to wear sneakers or sturdy shoes, a hat and/or sunscreen.  Reservations required.

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  Live Music:  "The Shades"

Bookwalter Winery, Richland

Friday, August 12

6 P.M.

Enjoy fine wine, live music, and distinctive culinary fare at Bookwalter Winery.  Performing this Friday night is "The Shades."

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   Smoovies in the Park: Free Outdoor Movie

John Dam Plaza, Richland

Friday & Saturday, 

August 12 & 13

7 P.M.

Catch a free movie outdoors this weekend.  This Friday night, "Toy Story 3" will be showing in Kennewick's Columbia Park and on Saturday night either "Mars Needs Moms" or "How to Train your Dragon" will be playing at Richland's John Dam Plaza.

Pre-movie activities begin at 7 P.M. and showtime is at sundown.

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  Tosh Tour on Ice

Toyota Center, Kennewick

Friday, August 12

7 P.M.

Comedian Daniel Tosh, host of Comedy Central series, "Tosh.0," will be performing this Friday night. Tosh is currently one of the most requested headliners in the country. Tosh's casual style and sharp material have proven to be greatly appreciated by his audiences, young and old.

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  Live Music: "Eddie Manzanares and Cafe Blanco"

Thomas O'Neil Cellars, Richland

Friday, August 12

7 P.M.

Enjoy fine wine and live music at Thomas O'Neil Cellars.  "Eddie Manzanares and Cafe Blanco" will perform Friday night.              

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  Summer Showcase:

"My Way"

Columbia Basin Theatre, Pasco

Friday & Saturday: 7:30 P.M.

Sunday: 2 P.M. 

August 12 & 13

My Way - a musical tribute to Frank Sinatra pays homeage to this celebrated performer's influence on popular music.  Great songs combined with witty and charming dialogue create an eye-popping and ear-pleasing performance.  "My Way" is not a Sinatra impersonation, but a tribute to the musical legacy this legendary performer left behind.  Packed with 59 songs, the cast share renditions of "Strangers in the Night," "New York New York," "Chicago," "That's Life," and of course, "My Way."

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  Live Music: Sammy Eubanks

Tagaris Winery, Richland

Friday & Saturday,

August 12 & 13

7 P.M.

The winery entertains live music enthusiasts outdoors on the popular Tagaris Patio, which has been remodeled with an artfully inspired permanent stage adjacent to the 33 ft. basalt fountain.  Performing this weekend is Sammy Eubanks. 

No cover charge.

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Youth Waterfowl Education & Duck Banding Day

McNary National Wildlife Refuge, Burbank

Saturday, August 13

8 A.M. - 12 P.M.

Discover how to band a duck, build a wood duck box, and identify pond life. Members from Ducks Unlimited and the Richland Rod and Gun Club will be on hand to teach youth of all ages about wildlife conservation through a variety of outdoor activities.

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Pasco Farmers' Market 

Downtown Pasco

Saturday, August 13

8 A.M. - 1 P.M. 

The Pasco Farmers' Market is one of the largest outdoor community farmers' markets in Washington, selling a wide variety of locally grown fruits, vegetables, and other products. It is also one of the longest running farmers' markets in the state, and has been in operation for over 30 years. 

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Private Reserve Tasting and Tour

Terra Blanca Winery, Benton City

Saturday & Sunday, 

August 13 & 14

1 P.M.

A wine educator will guide you around the facility and vineyard.  You will then be escorted to a private area to taste reserve wines accompanied by perfectly matched cheeses. A wonderful opportunity to learn about Keith Pilgrim's wine-making style and about Red Mountain wines. Reservations recommended.

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J&S Dreamland Express Train Rides

Columbia Park Youth

FIshing Pond, Kennewick

Saturday & Sunday,

August 13 & 14

1 P.M. - 5 P.M.

Ride through Columbia Park aboard the J&S Dreamland Express.  Kids ride for 50¢ and adults for $1.

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LIGO Hanford Public Tour

LIGO Observatory, Richland

Saturday, August 13

1:30 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. 

The LIGO acronym stands for Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory. LIGO's mission is to observe gravitational waves of cosmic origin. Take a free guided tour of the observatory and the control room.

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    30th Annual Prosser Wine and Food Fair

Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center, Prosser

Saturday, August 13

2 P.M. - 8 P.M. 

Bring your friends to enjoy an afternoon of fine wine from 30 Washington wineries, food specialties from 20 local vendors, beer from two hometown breweries and local music.

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  Live Music: "Symphony al Fresco"

Bookwalter Winery, Richland

Saturday, August 13

6 P.M. - 10 P.M.

A casual summer evening of fine wine, great music and a delicous picnic dinner supporting the Mid-Columbia Symphony.

Reservations recommended.ony.

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Sunset Dinner

Chateau Champoux Tours & Tasting, Prosser

Saturday, August 13

7 P.M. 

Have a French dinner prepared by "Castle Catering" paired with elegant wines produced from Champoux Vineyards. Relax in the Horse Heaven Hills, enjoy the wines, savor the food & linger over their special Orange Muscat dessert. Reservations required.

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Concert: "Quarterflash"

Clover Island Inn, Kennewick

Saturday, August  13

7 P.M. - 11 P.M.

"Quarterflash" performs live at Clover Isalnd Inn this Saturday night.  "Colorblind" will be the opening act.

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 Live Music: Faith Martin & Tony Woods

Thomas O'Neil Cellars, Richland

Saturday, August 13

7 P.M.

Enjoy fine wine and live music at Thomas O'Neil Cellars.  Faith Martin & Tony Woods will perform Satuday night.              

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Clover Island Pool Party

Clover Island Inn, Kennewick

Sunday, August  14

2 P.M. - 6 P.M.

Have fun poolside every Sunday in July and August at the Clover Island Inn. Enjoy BBQ, beverages, and live music.

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