Last Weekend Before Christmas! Weekend Events For You!

I can't believe the clock has been ticking that fast. Here we are 1 week before Christmas! Still have shopping to do and some hustling and bustling to do. So while you are are busy getting your Christmas together here are the weekend events from the Tri-Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau! Lots to do! Pick something and go do it!

Nurses at Your Service: A Century of Caring

CREHST Museum,

Richland

Thursday - Sunday

December 15 - 18

Thursday - Saturday

10 A.M. - 5 P.M.

Sunday

12 P.M. - 5 P.M.

See panels with wonderful graphics and historical narratives on nursing throughout the last century from pioneer times to present day. In addition, mannequins portray nurses, a doctor, and patients. There is also a replica of a fall-out shelter that includes items received from the Smithsonian Institute.

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Once-in-a-Lifetime Journey: Coming to Hanford in World War II

Mid-Columbia Library, Kennewick

Thursday,

December 15

7 P.M.

The Hanford Project was the most secret and highly classified project of World War II. It was also the largest construction project in human history since the building of the Pyramids. Over 51,000 people worked at Hanford, at once, during World War II. The majority of people were construction workers, and there were 4,000 women in support jobs of all types. The story of the life they lived at the Hanford Camp, and the incredible things they built, is something that could only have happened once in a lifetime. Listen to the story from Michele Gerber as she explains the experience.

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Ballroom Dancing

Richland Community Center

Friday,

December, 16

1 P.M. - 4 P.M.

The "Easy Swing Band" performs for all ages.

Light Up the City

City Park, Benton City

Friday & Saturday,

December 15 & 16

4 P.M. - 10 P.M.

There is a holiday lighting display in Benton City's City Park. Friday and Saturday nights feature special entertainment, activities, a camp fire, and complimentary cookies and cocoa.

The Arc of Tri-Cities Holiday Activity

Morman Church, West Richland

Friday,

December 16

5 P.M. - 9 P.M.

Kids, teens and adults who like to do crafts and cookie decorating are invited. In addition, a small dinner will be served. Limited openings available.

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Dinner Party with Milbrandt Vineyards

Milbrandt Vineyards, Prosser

Friday,

December 16

6 P.M. - 9 P.M.

Join us for a dinner party the 3rd Friday of each month!. Menu includes 3 courses, perfectly paired with corresponding wine pours. Wines by the glass and hosted appetizers are also available. Reservation required.

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Live Music: Kari Marguerite

J. Bookwalter Winery, Richland

Friday,

December 16

6 P.M. - 10 P.M.

Enjoy fine wine, live music, and distinctive culinary fare at J. Bookwalter Winery. Performing this Friday night is Kari Marguerite.

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Cathedral of Joy's Living Nativity

Cathedral of Joy, Richland

Friday & Saturday,

December 16 & 17

6:30 P.M. & 7:30 P.M.

Tickets available at Albertson's on Gage Blvd. and Ranch & Home in Kennewick. Live animals will be featured at the event.

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Kennewick Church of the Nazarene's Living Nativity

Kennewick Church of the Nazarene

Friday and Saturday,

December 16 & 17

6:30 P.M. - 8 P.M.

Kennewick Church of the Nazarene's Living Nativity will run every half an hour. The Nativity will feature live animals. In addition, hot chocolate, cider and cookies will be served in the church following the event.

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Open Mic

Mezzo Thai Tapas, Richland

Friday,

December 16

6:30 P.M. - 10:30 P.M.

Local musicians are welcome to take a turn playing every Friday night.

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The Columbia Basin Jazz Orchestra Presents: A Big Band Christmas

Columbia Basin College, Pasco

Friday & Saturday,

December 16 & 17

7 P.M.

The Columbia Basin Jazz Orchestra performs all your favorite Christmas songs.

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Live Music: Wayman Chapman

Thomas O'Neil Cellars, Richland

Friday,

December 16

7 P.M. - 10 P.M.

Enjoy a glass of wine and delicious cuisine while taking in the music of Wayman Chapman. No cover charge.

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Tri-City Americans Hockey

Toyota Center, Kennewick

Friday,

December 16

7:05 P.M.

The Tri-City Americans take on the Seattle Thunderbirds Friday night.

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Mid-Columbia Mastersingers "Songs and Carols of the Southwest"

St. Joseph's Chapel, Kennewick

Friday,

December 16

7:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.

Listen to carols and lullabies of the Southwest and other seasonal works in English and Spanish, scored for guitar, marimba & harp.

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Gallery Aglow Reception Gallery Aglow Reception

Gallery at the Park, Richland

Saturday & Sunday,

December 18

1 P.M. - 3 P.M.

Gallery Aglow will be brimming with wonderful gift-giving ideas, as well as items perfect for holiday entertaining, holiday dress, and year long enjoyment. You will be able to find lovely, unique, and beautiful art to give and share.

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Terra Blanca's Estate Tour and Tasting

Terra Blanca Winery, Benton City

Saturday & Sunday, December 17 & 18

1 P.M.

A trained wine educator will guide you around the facility and then escort you to a private area to taste through their Signature Series wines. This tour includes a visit to the barrel caves too. Reservations required.

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Live Music:

"Bluestone"

J. Bookwalter Winery, Richland

Saturday,

December 17

6 P.M. - 10 P.M.

Enjoy fine wine, live music, and distinctive culinary fare at J. Bookwalter Winery.

Performing this Saturday night is "Bluestone."

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Night of Wonder

First Presbyterian Church, Kennewick

Saturday,

December 17

7 P.M.

Bells of the Desert is a community handbell choir. Ringers strive to bring out the amazing versatility of the handbell instrument. The sight and sound of over 120 precisely tuned bells and handchimes ringing in concert is incredible. All ages will be engaged and entertained.

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Live Music: "Knutzen Brothers"

Thomas O'Neil Cellars, Richland

Saturday,

December 17

7 P.M. - 10 P.M.

Enjoy a glass of wine and delicious cuisine while taking in the music of the "Knutzen Brothers." No cover charge.

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97Rocks with the Hawks

Clover Island Inn, Kennewick

Sunday,

December 18

10 A.M. - 5 P.M.

Join fellow fans in the "Hawks Nest" for food & drink specials and Seahawk football. Must be 21 and over.

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Mid-Columbia Mastersingers "Songs and Carols of the Southwest"

St. Patrick's Church, Pasco

Sunday,

December 18

3 P.M. - 5 P.M.

Listen to carols and lullabies of the Southwest and other seasonal works in English and Spanish, scored for guitar, marimba & harp.

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For a complete list of events: www.VisitTRI-CITIES.com/events

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