Courtesy of the Yakima Valley Visitors and Convention Bureau
Visitor Information Center
101 North Fair Avenue
Yakima, WA 98901
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(800) 221-0751
The Yakima Valley hosts a wide range of events and activities for residents and visitors alike. Check out this calendar of weekend events and enjoy your stay in the Yakima Valley.
Yakima Valley Events for next 7 days
3/19/2010 - 3/26/2010
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*Women's Votes, Women's Voices
Date: 3/5/2010 - 6/20/2010
Location: Yakima
2105 Tieton Drive
Washington state celebrates its centennial of permanent women's suffrage in 2009-2010. The Women's Votes, Women's Voices exhibit will highlight the history of the struggle to attain women's right to vote in Washington and illuminates how women's voting influenced territorial and state history. The exhibit is co-curated by the Washington State Historical Society, the Women's History Consortium, and the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture.
Admission to the museum is $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, children 5 and under are free, families $12. The museum hours are 10am-5pm Monday through Saturday, 11am-5pm Sunday. For information, call 509-248-0747.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Museum -
*Tiny Tots Intro to Soccer
Date: 3/13/2010 - 4/24/2010
Location: Selah
216 S. 1st St.
Designed for 3, 4 and 5 year olds, this class is perfect for introducing the game of soccer to the little tykes. They will learn the basic fundamentals, new skills, be taught good sportsmanship, and have fun. The class is held at Lince Play Field, across Naches Avenue from Lince School. Each registered child will receive a T-Shirt.
Registration: February 1-19, 2010.
Play schedule: Saturdays - March 13th thru April 24th, at Lince Field from 10-10:45am.
Fees: $32 Resident District/$42 Selah School District/$52 Non-District. For information, call 509-698-7300 or www.ci.selah.wa.us.
Event Submitted by: City of Selah -
*Entertainment at Tim's Downtown Tasting Room
Date: 3/18/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
312 E. Yakima Ave.
6:30-8pm Thursdays, Andrew Ruggiero performs at Tim's Downtown Tasting Room. For information, call 509-248-5251.
Event Submitted by: Tim`s Downtown Tasting Room - A Winery Cooperative -
Comedian Jeff Allen
Date: 3/18/2010
Location: Yakima
3303 Englewood Ave.
Comedian Jeff Allen will perform at 7pm at Stone Church. This is a family-oriented event. Benefits Love INC Yakima. For information, call 575-3720.
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Jazz Guitar Ensemble Concert
Date: 3/18/2010
Location: Yakima
S. 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd.
7:00pm - The Yakima Valley Community College Music Department presents the Winter 2010 Jazz Concert featuring the YVCC Guitar Ensemble. This concert will be directed by James Durkee and will be held in Kendall Hall Auditorium on the Yakima Campus. This event is free and open to the public. For information, call Stefanie at 509-574-4646.
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*Latino Cultural Film Series - Papers
Date: 3/18/2010
Location: Yakima
5000 W. Lincoln Ave.
Film screening of Papers (a documentary) in the Peggy Lewis Gallery at Allied Arts Center. Papers tells the story of undocumented youth and the challenges they face as they turn 18 without legal status.
Doors open at 5pm with a social time featuring tasty snacks. To enjoy our beverage selection and an exciting raffle, please bring cash and your ID. Film screening begins at 6:15pm followed by a post-film Q&A with Cecilia Martinez Vasquez. Tickets: $5 presale or $6 the day of the event. Tickets include film and food. For tickets/information, call 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.
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*Blues, Brews and Burgers at Jack-Sons
Date: 3/18/2010
Location: Yakima
432 S. 48th Ave.
Thursdays (except for comedy night). Open blues jam from 7-9pm. Featured blues band from 9-11pm at Jack-Sons Sports Bar. For information, call 509-966-4340.
Event Submitted by: Jack-Sons Sports Bar -
*Influenced by Charles A. Smith
Date: 3/18/2010 - 3/26/2010
Location: Yakima
5000 W. Lincoln Ave.
This exhibit is in the Peggy Lewis Gallery at the Allied Arts Center. Dual exhibit with the Larson Gallery. Students of Smith share their latest creations and reflect on his teachings.
Gallery hours are from 9am-5pm weekdays. Admission to the gallery is free. For information, call 509-966-0930.
Event Submitted by: Allied Arts of Yakima Valley -
*Third Thursday Wine Seminars
Date: 3/18/2010
Location: Yakima
250 Ehler Rd.
The Tasting Room Yakima will hold a wine seminar from 6:30-8:00pm. Restaurateur and Sommelier, Damon Lobato will conduct a blind, comparison, and component tasting featuring Washington and French wines. Cost: $25 per person or $20 for Wine Club Members, includes six wines and Salumi Salami and Estrella Family Cheeses. RSVP soon, space is limited - 509-966-0686.
Event Submitted by: The Tasting Room Yakima at Wilridge Vineyard -
*Capitol Kids - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Date: 3/18/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
19 S. 3rd St.
The Capitol Kids presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at 10am and 12pm at the Capitol Theatre. The objective: to provide insight into the rewards of good behavior, honesty, and compassion. Appropriate for Grades K through 6. For information, call 509-853-8000.
Only five lucky children will find the golden tickets and win the chance to tour Willy Wonka's famous Chocolate Factory! What will happen when, one by one, the children disobey Mr. Wonka and are punished in the most hilarious ways? This memorable production is performed in both English and American Sign Language.
Event Submitted by: Capitol Theatre, The -
*Drawing Room Diversions
Date: 3/18/2010
Location: Yakima
2105 Tieton Dr.
Women's Suffrage through Words and Music. Women in Washington State won the right to vote 100 years ago. Tonight, their struggles will be recreated through the movement's songs and readings that state arguments, both pro and con, made at the time. This memorable evening was generously funded by Humanities Washington and researched by YVCC Drs. Carli Schiffner and Timothy Jeske. This program was produced by the Yakima Valley Museum and Yakima Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are $35.
Event time: 6pm - Supper and drinks; 7pm - program.
Contact the Yakima Valley Museum for tickets/information, 509-248-0747.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Museum -
*Prosser Skate Night
Date: 3/18/2010
Location: Prosser
602 7th St.
Prosser Family Fun Center and Mustang Grill is inviting all churches during the month of March to come and enjoy an evening of skating for the entire family. Each Thursday evening in March...11th, 18th, and 25th, the center will host a family skating night from 5-8pm. Bring the whole family for some great exercise and good wholesome Christian music. Invite your whole church. Cost: $3 per person or $10 per family. For information, call Paul or Wendy at 509-786-3515.
Event Submitted by: Prosser Chamber of Commerce -
Thursday Country Swing
Date: 3/18/2010
Location: Yakima
2600 W. Nob Hill Blvd.
6:30 pm - Country Swing dance class
8:30-11pm - Swing dance mix at Studio West. For information, call Glen at 509-930-9020. -
*Friday Night Bites and Flights
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Prosser
2890 Lee Rd.
5-7pm at Kestrel Vintners. No reservation required and no cost to attend. Menus and pricing vary according to items and wines purchased. For information, call 509-786-2675.
Event Submitted by: Kestrel Vintners -
Friday Rock 'n' Roll
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Yakima
2600 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Ste. A
6:30pm - Lindy Hop
8:30-11pm - Rock 'n' Roll dance mix at Studio West. For information, call Glen at 509-920-9020. -
*The Secret Garden
Date: 3/19/2010 - 3/20/2010
Location: Selah
801 N. First St.
The Secret Garden, presented by the Selah High School drama department, will be performed at 7pm at the Selah High School student center. Tickets: $7 adults, $5 students. For tickets/information, call 509-697-0800.
Event Submitted by: City of Selah -
Fish Frydays
Date: 3/19/2010 - 4/2/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
202 N. 4th St.
Fish Frydays will be held at St. Joseph Marquette every Friday during Lent with the exception of Good Friday. Cost: $8 includes fish, fries, cole slaw and a beer or pop. Tickets are sold at the door and kids under 6 eat free! For information, call 575-5557.
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*Entertainment at Yakima Sports Center
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
214 E. Yakima Ave.
9pm - The Dusty 45's (rockabilly-country-Americana) performs at the Yakima Sports Center. Cover is $10. for information, call 509-453-4647.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Sports Center -
*Entertainment at Johnny's On The Ave.
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
607 E. Yakima Ave.
9pm - Rotating lineup (old rock 'n' roll) at Johnny's On The Ave. at the Red Lion Yakima Center Hotel. Cover $5. For information, call 509-248-5900.
Event Submitted by: Red Lion Yakima Center -
*Susie's Bourbon Street Bistro and Bar
Date: 3/19/2010 - 3/20/2010
Location: Yakima
1023 N. First St.
Live country-rock 9pm-1:30am Fridays-Saturdays. Cover $4. For information, call 509-575-0234.
Event Submitted by: Susie`s Bourbon Street Bistro and Bar -
*Entertainment at Kana Winery
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
10 S. 2nd St.
Big Bossman and Friends will perform at Kana Winery from 5-6:30pm, no cover. For information, www.kanawinery.com or call 509-453-6611.
Event Submitted by: Kana Winery -
*Don Forgey at Whistlin' Jack Lodge
Date: 3/19/2010 - 3/20/2010
Location: Naches
20800 SR 410
Don Forgey (classic rock, country) performs in the Fireside Lounge at Whistlin' Jack Lodge, 8:30-11:30pm Fridays and Saturdays in the Fireside Lounge. For information, call 509-658-2433.
Event Submitted by: Whistlin` Jack Lodge -
*Central Washington Home and Garden Show
Date: 3/19/2010 - 3/21/2010
Location: Yakima
1301 S. Fair Ave.
Annual home and garden show at the Yakima Valley SunDome. Hours: Friday noon-7pm, Saturday 10am-8pm, Sunday 10am-5pm. Admission: $8 adults, $7 seniors, free 12 and younger. For information, call 509-248-7160.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley SunDome -
Gateswingers Round Dance
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Yakima
207 E. Charron Rd. - Moxee
7:30-9:30pm on the third Friday of each month at Yakima Valley Square Dance Center, 207 E. Charron Rd. in Moxee. Adults $5 donation, teens $1. Jim Dobbs, cuer. For information, call 509-575-0855.
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*Harman Center Senior Dances
Date: 3/19/2010 - 3/24/2010
Location: Yakima
101 N. 65th Ave.
Dancing for adults of all ages at the Harman Center at Gailleon Park. Cost: $3.
1:30-4pm Wednesdays: Norm Mohar music from the '40s and '50s, country, big band.
1:30-4pm Fridays: Gary Malner plays big band and swing.
For information, call 575-6166.
Event Submitted by: City of Yakima -
Ike vs. Davis Staff Basketball Game
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Yakima
212 S. Sixth Ave.
Fundraising event for both high schools, 6:30pm at Davis High School Gym. Tickets: $3 students with ASB and $5 adults. Proceeds are split to support high school graduation parties. For information, call Stephani 509-307-0824.
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*Entertainment at Russillo's Pizza
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
1 W. Yakima Ave.
Jim Henson (guitar) will perform at 6pm at Russillo's Pizza and Gelato at Track 29. For information, call 509-453-0325.
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*PDXV Jazz at The Seasons
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave.
7:30pm - PDXV Jazz with Rebecca Kilgore (vocals) will perform at The Seasons Performance Hall. Tickets: $15. For information or to purchase tickets online, visit www.theseasonsyakima.com or 509-453-1888.
Event Submitted by: Seasons Music Festival, The -
*AAU Boys Basketball Tournament
Date: 3/19/2010 - 3/21/2010
Location: Zillah
303 2nd Ave.
Area teams will compete in a tournament at the Zillah Intermediate and High School. Time: Friday: 5pm to finish; Saturday: 8am-finish; Sunday: 8am to finish. For information, call Larry Carley or Clayton Barr, 509-790-7451.
Event Submitted by: City of Zillah -
Simple Supper Night at Kestrel Vintners
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Prosser
2890 Lee Rd.
Every third Friday of each month from 5-7pm, enjoy an ethnic dinner all inclusive for only $15. Price includes: salad or side, main dish, and a glass of wine. For reservation/information, call 509-786-2675.
March - Pasta night - salad, pasta, choice of red or white sauce, cheesy garlic bread. -
*Justin McClure at Carmen's Comedy Club
Date: 3/19/2010 - 3/20/2010
Location: Selah
316 S. 1st St., Ste. 7
Justin McClure will perform at Carmen's Comedy Club.
Two show times: 7pm and 9pm each evening. Admission price varies. Must be 21 and over. For information/reservations, call 509-698-3900 or visit www.carmenscomedyclub.com.
Event Submitted by: Carmen`s Comedy Club -
*Darts Tournament at The Wood Shed
Date: 3/19/2010 - 4/30/2010
Location: Naches
8590 State Hwy. 410
Darts every Friday night in March and April, in the lounge at The Wood Shed at Eagle Rock Resort. For information, call 509-658-2100.
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*Entertainment at Gilbert Cellars
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
5 N. Front St.
Once Minutos (Latin fusion) will perform from 8-10pm in the Tasting Room or Gilbert Cellars Underground. For information, call 249-9049.
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*The Seasons Brown Bag Series
Date: 3/19/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave.
12:05-12:55pm on Fridays at The Seasons. Admission is $5 at the door. Feel free to bring your lunch and beverage with you and listen to Monica Clark (piano). For information, call 509-453-1888 or www.theseasonsyakima.com.
Event Submitted by: Seasons Music Festival, The -
*Yakima River Canyon Tour
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Selah
216 S. 1st St.
The Selah Tourism office invites you on a sightseeing adventure through the Yakima River Canyon in search of the area's native wildlife. We will be searching for bighorn sheep, mule deer, chukar partridge, bald eagles, red-tailed hawk, and the Rocky Mountain Elk.
On the way back to Selah, we will stop at the Canyon River Ranch for a great lunch and presentation on local fly fishing.
Cost: $40 per person includes transportation and lunch at Canyon River Ranch. Depart: 9:30am from the Selah Civic Center. Return: approximately 2pm.
To register, call the Selah Tourism Office at 509-698-7305 or stop by the office at 216 S. 1st Street in Selah. Registration deadline is March 12th.
Event Submitted by: City of Selah -
*Alice Stuart and The Formerlys
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave.
Alice Stuart and her band The Formerlys, will perform at The Seasons Performance Hall. For tickets/information, please call 509-453-1888.
Event Submitted by: Seasons Music Festival, The -
Fundraiser for Eisenhower High School Senior Party
Date: 3/20/2010 - 3/21/2010
Location: Yakima
702 S. 40th Ave. (Gymnasium)
9am-3pm - rain or shine, all under one roof, second annual craft and yard sale. A variety of vendors wares include fishing poles, artwork, crafts, yard art, collectibles, baked goods, clothing, Avon, Ty Beanies, woodwork, gift baskets, tools, jewelry, costumes, and metal art (by Skills USA Welding Club). Vendor space is still available. All proceeds go to the Eisenhower Class 2011 Senior Party. For information, call 966-8846 or 454-9756.
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*Community Forum on Stopping Gang Violence
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Yakima
1114 W. Pierce
Free parent and community forum: Stop Our Gang Violence will be held at the Lewis and Clark Middle School. Registration at 8:30-9:00 a.m., training 8:30am-2:30pm. Free educational child care and door prizes. Presenters will be Dora E. Trevino - activist mother, Daniel Garza - Vice Principal from Lewis and Clark Middle School, Officer David Cortez - Gang Prevention and Intervention Specialist from the Yakima Police Dept., and Christina Pelayo - Co-founder "Stop the Violence" Mother of murdered daughter Anna.
Lunch will be provided while you enjoy performances by students enrolled in the 21st Century After-School programs.
This forum is part of an ongoing effort to bring schools, parents, agencies, faith-based organizations, churches, and communities together to reduce gang-related behaviors in our schools and our communities. For information, call Ruby Aguilar at 509-575-4225.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital -
*Entertainment at Yakima Sports Center
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
214 E. Yakima Ave.
9pm - Live entertainment featuring The Quick and Easy Boys, (funky-tonk). Cover $5. For information, call 509-453-4647 or www.yakimasportscenter.com.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Sports Center -
*Must See Movie at The Princess Theatre
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Prosser
1226 Meade Ave.
The Historic Downtown Prosser Assn. and the Valley Theater Co. are partnering to bring Must See Movies to the Princess Theatre in downtown Prosser. Initially, movies will be offered one Saturday per month, with a matinee at 3:30pm and an evening show at 7:30pm. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to the show and concessions will be available. Ticket price is a suggested donation of $5 per person and proceeds will benefit the Valley Theater Co. in their support of The Princess Theatre.
This month's classic movie is In the Heat of the Night.
The Red Carpet social hour in the Green Room next door to the theater will open at 6pm (21 and over only). Olsen Estats and Whitstran Brewing Company will be selling wine and beer by the glass, paired with gourmet snack items.
Event Submitted by: Prosser Chamber of Commerce -
*Spilyay-Mi Native American Arts and Crafts Show
Date: 3/20/2010 - 3/21/2010
Location: Toppenish
Hwy. 97 on Spilyay Loop.
Native American and Western arts and crafts at the Yakama Nation Cultural Center's Winterlodge. Admission: $1 per person. Hours: Saturday: 9am-5pm; Sunday: 9am-3pm. For information, call Marge at 509-469-7532.
Event Submitted by: Yakama Nation Cultural Center -
*Kiwanis SongFest XXII
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
19 S. 3rd St.
Nearly 300 singers from seven high school choirs: Davis, East Valley, Naches Valley, Selah, Sunnyside, Toppenish, and Wapato, plus the Yakima Children's Choir will perform at 7pm at the Capitol Theatre. Tickets: $5 adults, $4 for students through participating choirs. Tickets also available at the door.
Event Submitted by: Capitol Theatre, The -
*Weekend Chimposiums
Date: 3/20/2010 - 11/19/2010
Location: Ellensburg
Central Washington University
One hour educational workshops to learn about sign language using chimpanzees at Central Washington University. Workshops limited to 40 people per time slot.
Saturday workshops at 9:15am or 10:45am
Sunday workshops at 12:30pm or 2:00pm
For information, call Lynn at 509-963-2244.
Event Submitted by: Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute -
Story Time at Borders
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Union Gap
1700 E. Washington Ave.
At 11am every Saturday, children's books read aloud to toddlers at Borders Book Store. For information, call 248-4018.
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*Saturday Night Live
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
5 N. Naches Ave.
Every Saturday from 7:00-9:30pm free drop-in program open for youths ages 7-15, in partnership with Yakima Valley Young Life. Swimming, basketball, volleyball, foosball, pool. For information, call 248-1202 or 961-9898.
Event Submitted by: Y.M.C.A. -
*Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail's Appellation Day
Date: 3/20/2010 - 3/21/2010
Location: Zillah
Various - off I-82
Free event - no ticket required. Help us celebrate the 4th anniversary of our American Viticulture Area (AVA) with specials on wines, Celtic music, authentic Irish foods, and fun with an Irish twist. For example, join Bonair Winery as they "chase the snakes" out of the vineyards in an official tongue-in-cheek ceremony at 2pm. For more information, call 509-965-4521 or 888-375-RHWT(7498), or visit www.rattlesnakehills.com.
Event Submitted by: Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail -
*Entertainment at The Depot Restaurant and Lounge
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
32 N. Front St.
8pm - Wayman Chapman (RandB/Funk) will perform at The Depot. For information, call 509-469-4400.
Event Submitted by: Depot Restaurant and Lounge, The -
Larson Gallery Honors Charles A. Smith
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Yakima
S. 16th Ave. and Nob Hill Blvd.
The Larson Gallery Guild honors Charles A. Smith in the Gallery. Join us from 5:30-8:00pm for hors d'oeuvres, wine by Cascade Wine, dinner catered by Sage Restaurant, and award presentation. Cost: $50 per person. For tickets/information, call 509-574-4875.
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*The Secret Garden
Date: 3/20/2010 - 3/21/2010
Location: Selah
801 N. First St.
The Secret Garden, presented by the Selah High School drama department, will be performed at 2pm at the Selah High School student center. Tickets: $7 adults, $5 students. For tickets/information, call 509-697-0800.
Event Submitted by: City of Selah -
Saturday Country Dance
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Yakima
2600 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Ste. A
6:30pm - Cowboy cha-cha
7:30pm - Texas 10-step
8:30-11pm - Dance mix at Studio West. For information, call Glen at 509-930-9020. -
Winemaker's Dinner at Tuscany Italian Bistro
Date: 3/20/2010
Location: Prosser
602 6th St.
6-10pm - You are invited to Coyote Canyon's Spring Release and Winemaker's Dinner at Tuscany Rustic Italian Bistro. Tickets: $55 per person, available for purchase at Coyote Canyon's Tasting Room and Tuscany. For information, call 509-786-7600.
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Open Mic at North Town Coffeehouse
Date: 3/21/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
28 N. First St.
Sundays at 8-10pm - open mic night at North Town Coffeehouse. For information, call 509-895-7600.
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Winemaker Dinner at Picazo 7Seventeen
Date: 3/21/2010
Location: Prosser
717 6th St.
Join Chef Frank Magana as he partners with Kelly and Tim Hightower of Hightower Cellar to create culinary evenings filled with tantalizing cuisine paired with incredible local wines.
The evening will begin at 5:30pm with a half hour social of wine and tapas followed at 6pm by the enticing multicourse dinner and alluring wine pairings.
Tickets: $85 which includes social, dinner, wine pairings, gratuity, and taxes. Tickets must be purchased in advance at Picazo 7Seventeen, phone 509-786-1116. Tickets are non-refundable, but will be transferable. Please call for details. -
*The Celtic Tenors at The Seasons
Date: 3/21/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave.
7pm - The Celtic Tenors will perform at The Seasons Performance Hall. Tickets: $20. For information, call 509-453-1888.
Event Submitted by: Seasons Music Festival, The -
*Selah Ballroom Dance Classes
Date: 3/22/2010 - 4/19/2010
Location: Selah
216 S. First St.
Mondays, 7:30-9:30pm through April 19, 2010 - Jim Ide will teach basic ballroom footwork, framework, spins and turns to music of the 40s and 50s. The six week program offers lessons in Fox Trot, Cha Cha, Tango, and Waltz. For information, call 509-698-7300 or www.ci.selah.wa.us.
Event Submitted by: City of Selah -
*Donkey Basketball
Date: 3/22/2010
Location: Selah
801 N. First St.
Selah Senior Parents are putting on a Donkey Basketball game at Selah High School. Doors open at 6pm, game at 7pm in the Selah High School Gym. For information, call Chris at 509-899-2853.
Event Submitted by: City of Selah -
Monday Ballroom
Date: 3/22/2010
Location: Yakima
2600 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Ste. A
7:30pm - basic waltz
8:30-11pm - Big band, Latin, popular ballroom - at Studio West. For information, call Glen at 509-930-9020.
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Tuesday Polka
Date: 3/23/2010
Location: Yakima
2600 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Ste. A
7:30pm - Basic polka
8:30-11pm - Polka dance mix at Studio West. For information, call Glen at 509-930-9020. -
*Open Mic Night at Tim's Tasting Room
Date: 3/23/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
312 E. Yakima Ave.
Open mic from 6-9pm every Tuesday (Service Industry Night) at Tim's Downtown Tasting Room. For information, call 248-5251.
Event Submitted by: Tim`s Downtown Tasting Room - A Winery Cooperative -
Story Time at Inklings
Date: 3/23/2010
Location: Yakima
5629 Summitview Ave.
10am - Every Tuesday, children's books read aloud to toddlers at Inklings Book Store in Chalet Place. For information, call 965-5830.
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*Yakima Chamber of Commerce 2010 Business Expo
Date: 3/23/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
10 N. 8th St.
Attend the Yakima Chamber's Annual 2010 Business Expo from 4:30-9:00pm at the Yakima Convention Center where you can experience the amazing range of products and services available from Chamber Member Businesses. Network and build relationships with other exhibitors, win prizes, enjoy delicious appetizers and world-class wines, all produced right here in Central Washington. For sponsorship information or to reserve your booth, call the Yakima Chamber at 509-248-2021.
Event Submitted by: Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce -
*Trivia at Jack-Sons Sports Bar
Date: 3/23/2010
Location: Yakima
432 S. 48th Ave.
Test your smarts at Jack-Sons Sports Bar every Tuesday from 7-9pm. For information, call 966-4340.
Event Submitted by: Jack-Sons Sports Bar -
*Harman Senior Center Social
Date: 3/23/2010
Location: Yakima
101 N. 65th Ave.
1-4pm at the Harman Senior Center. Strawberry shortcake and ice cream social. Cost: $5. For information, call 509-575-6165.
Event Submitted by: City of Yakima -
*Backyard Harvest Workshop Series
Date: 3/24/2010 - 3/30/2010
Location: Yakima
212 S. 6th Ave.
The Master Gardeners will be hosting a Backyard Harvest Workshop Series on vegetable gardening at Davis High School, Kiva Room. Topics include:
March 10th - Vegetable Gardens Start to Finish, by Ed Hume
March 16th - High Yields in Small Spaces, by Phyllis Pugnetti
March 24th - Soils, Mulches, and Additives, by Linda Chalker-Scott Ph.D
March 30th - Gardening without Boundaries, by Sara Perry
Cost for the series is $30 or $10 per class. Master Gardeners and Arboretum members pay $20 for the series or $5 per class.
For information, call 509-574-1600.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Area Arboretum -
*Cribbage Tournament at The Wood Shed
Date: 3/24/2010 - 4/28/2010
Location: Naches
8590 State Hwy. 410
Cribbage tournament every Wednesday in March and April at The Wood Shed Restaurant and Lounge; open to anyone. Sign up at 6:30pm in the lounge. For information, call 509-658-2100.
Event Submitted by: The Wood Shed at Eagle Rock Resort -
*Line Dancing at Susie's Bourbon Street Bistro
Date: 3/24/2010
Location: Yakima
1023 N. 1st St.
Wednesdays - Line dancing (not just country) at Susie's Bourbon Street Bistro. Beginners from 7-8pm, Intermediate from 8-9pm. Cost: $3 donation each lesson. For information, call Sandi at 509-830-3818.
Event Submitted by: Susie`s Bourbon Street Bistro and Bar -
Here's to the Women
Date: 3/24/2010
Location: Yakima
S. 12th Ave. and Nob Hill Blvd.
Free - 7pm in the Parker Room of the Deccio Building on the YVCC campus. Here's to Women is an Inquiring Minds presentation by singer, songwriter, Linda Allen. For information, call 509-966-7692.
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Trivia at Bert's Place
Date: 3/24/2010
Location: Yakima
5110 Tieton Dr.
7:30pm every Wednesday at Bert's Place in Glenwood Square. For information, 972-4557.
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*Improv Night at Carmen's Comedy Club
Date: 3/24/2010
Location: Selah
316 S. First St., Ste. 7
Manic Thunder Improv Troupe, 7-9 pm Wednesdays at Carmen's Comedy Club. No cover, 1 drink/item minimum; drink specials, 21 and over only. For information, call Carmen at 509-698-3900 or carmenscomedyclub@yahoo.com or www.carmenscomedyclub.com.
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*Cinema Circle
Date: 3/25/2010 - 4/8/2010
Location: Yakima
1919 S. 14th St.
Cinema Circle - 11am on the second and fourth Thursday of each month (excluding holidays and summer) at the Yakima Cinema, 1305 N. 16th Ave., or, The Majestic, 1919 S. 14th St. Cost: $6 adults, $5 ages 4-6, free for one child age 3 and younger with each paying adult (unless 3-D showing). Adults must be accompanied by a child 6 years or younger. For information, call 469-9888.
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*Latino Cultural Film Series - Sugar
Date: 3/25/2010
Location: Yakima
5000 W. Lincoln Ave.
Film screening of Sugar (R) in the Peggy Lewis Gallery at Allied Arts Center. Sugar follows the story of Miguel "Sugar" Santos, a Dominican pitcher from San Pedro De Macoris, struggling to make it to the big leagues and pull himself and his family out of poverty.
Doors open at 5pm with a social time featuring tasty snacks. To enjoy our beverage selection and an exciting raffle, please bring cash and your ID. Film screening begins at 6:15pm followed by a post-film Q&A with the Yakima Bears Baseball staff. Tickets: $5 presale or $6 the day of the event. Tickets include film and food. For tickets/information, call 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.
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*Washington Merlot Tweet-Up
Date: 3/25/2010
Location: Prosser
2258 Wine Country Rd.
5-7pm - Join us at Desert Wind Winery for a Washington Merlot Tweet-Up. We'll provide our own Merlot for tasting (and tweeting about), snacks, and a comfortable place to gather and mingle with other wine-loving tweeters. Guests are welcome to bring a bottle of Washington Merlot to share, or just sip and tweet about ours. The only rule is, you must be willing to tweet about what's in your glass! Free to attend!
Please RSVP via Facebook or by email so we have enough snacks for everyone. Can't join us? You can still participate wherever you are. Just tweet about what your drinking using the #WAMerlot hashtag during the event.
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*Prosser Skate Night
Date: 3/25/2010
Location: Prosser
602 7th St.
Prosser Family Fun Center and Mustang Grill is inviting all churches during the month of March to come and enjoy an evening of skating for the entire family. Each Thursday evening in March...11th, 18th, and 25th, the center will host a family skating night from 5-8pm. Bring the whole family for some great exercise and good wholesome Christian music. Invite your whole church. Cost: $3 per person or $10 per family. For information, call Paul or Wendy at 509-786-3515.
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Youth Career and Job Fair
Date: 3/25/2010
Location: Yakima
1211 S. 7th St.
The Citizens for Safe Yakima Valley Communities are holding a free Youth Career and Job Fair for Yakima area high school students from 1-5pm at the Southeast Yakima Community Center. This event is designed for Freshman through Senior students. For information, call Carol Holden at 509-248-2460.
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*Open House Reception for Mountain Dome
Date: 3/26/2010
Location: Yakima
250 Ehler Rd.
5-7pm - The Tasting Room Yakima is hosting an Open House for Mountain Dome Winery to welcome them here. Mountain Dome Winery is a family-owned and operated winery located in the foothills of Mount Spokane. For information, call 509-966-0686.
Event Submitted by: The Tasting Room Yakima at Wilridge Vineyard -
*March Martini Madness
Date: 3/26/2010
Location: Yakima
2105 Tieton Dr.
6:30-9pm at Yakima Valley Museum. Whether you like it infused, dirty or straight Park Avenue style, you'll love beating the winter blues at March Martini Madness featuring cool cocktails in a Neon Garden Mad Men style, hip guests, celeb bartenders, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, and live music.
This fun-raiser is $50 per person. Your admission includes two masterfully mixed martinis and appetizers aplenty, and the no-host bar is open all evening. The evening will begin with a live singer, followed later by a live band. No one under 21 years old will be admitted. Cocktail or Mad Men dress appreciated. Buy your tickets now before this must-attend social is sold out!
For tickets/information, call David at 509-248-0747 or www.yakimavalleymuseum.org.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Museum -
*AAU Girls Basketball Tournament
Date: 3/26/2010 - 3/28/2010
Location: Zillah
303 2nd Ave.
Area teams will compete in a tournament at the Zillah Intermediate and High School. Time: Friday: 5pm to finish; Saturday: 8am-finish; Sunday: 8am to finish. For information, call Larry Carley or Clayton Barr, 509-790-7451.
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*Jack Willhite at Carmen's Comedy Club
Date: 3/26/2010 - 3/27/2010
Location: Selah
316 S. 1st St., Ste. 7
Jack Willhite will perform at Carmen's Comedy Club.
Two show times: 7pm and 9pm each evening. Admission price varies. Must be 21 and over. For information/reservations, call 509-698-3900 or visit www.carmenscomedyclub.com.
Event Submitted by: Carmen`s Comedy Club -
*USTA Jr. Championships
Date: 3/26/2010 - 3/28/2010
Location: Yakima
2505 Fruitvale Blvd.
Yakima Tennis Club. Open to the public. For information, call 248-2938.
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*Boomer Dances at Harman Center
Date: 3/26/2010 - 4/9/2010
Location: Yakima
101 N. 65th Ave.
8-11pm the second and fourth Friday of each month at the Harman Center. DJ Lou Bartelli plays dance music of the '50s, '60s, and '70s. Cost: $5. Snack bar open, no alcohol. For information, call 575-6166.
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*WIAA Dance and Drill
Date: 3/26/2010 - 3/27/2010
Location: Yakima
1301 S. Fair Ave.
WIAA State Dance and Drill Championships. More info to follow.
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*Spring Release Party at Maryhill Winery
Date: 3/26/2010 - 3/28/2010
Location: Goldendale
9774 SR Hwy. 14
10am-6pm. Maryhill Winery welcomes guests as the winery reveals its seven new releases. Free wine tastings, special barrel tastings, case discounts and live music featuring Ben Macy and Friends (Saturday) and Wayman Chapman (Sunday). Take part in savory wine and food tastings on Maryhill's beautiful covered arbor with spectacular view of the Columbia River and Mt. Hood.. For information, call 877-627-9445 or www.maryhillwinery.com.
Maryhill Winery was named 2009 Washington Winery of the Year by Wine Press Northwest.
Event Submitted by: Maryhill Winery -
*Yakima Symphony Orchestra: Caoile Concert
Date: 3/27/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
19 S. Third St.
Conductor Nikolas Caoile conducts Tchaikovsky with guest artist Regina Yeh, piano - 7:30pm at The Capitol Theatre. Tickets: $15-$63. For tickets/information, call 509-248-1414.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Symphony Orchestra -
Entertainment at Sage Restaurant
Date: 3/27/2010
Location: Yakima
4000 W. Creekside Loop
One Up Two Down (acoustic/rock) will perform 8-10pm. For information, call 509-853-1057.
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Filipino Anniversary Celebration
Date: 3/27/2010
Location: Wapato
211 W. Second St.
The Filipino Community will hold its anniversary celebration at the group's community hall. The banquet will feature an ethnic Filipino buffet menu. Dinner will be from 2-6pm followed by Barrio Fiesta and folk dance at 6:30pm. Cost is $15 adults, $10 for seniors and kids ages 5-10 years.
For information, call 509-937-2771 or 509-949-6970.
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Gateswingers Square and Round Dancing
Date: 3/27/2010 - 4/10/2010
Location: Yakima
207 E. Charron Rd. - Moxee
7:30 Pre-rounds followed by mainstream from 8-10pm on the second and fourth Saturday of each month at the Yakima Valley Square Dance Center. Cost: $5 donation for adults, $1 for teens. Caller: Orvin Logan. Cuer: Jim Dobbs. Presented by the Gateswingers. For information, call 697-3954 or 575-0855.
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*Playdate Family Expo
Date: 3/27/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
10 N. 8th St.
10am-5pm - The Yakima Herald-Republic invites you to be a part of the first-ever Playdate Family Expo at the Yakima Convention Center. This one day event will feature hands-on activities and games for children, along with vendors, information booths, and food concessions.
Admission is $5 for adults and $1 for children (17 and under). Purchase tickets at the door, or in advance at the Yakima Herald-Republic, 114 N. 4th St. For vendor information, call Lisa Kime at 509-577-7736.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Herald-Republic -
*Sabor! Live Latin Music at The Seasons
Date: 3/27/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave.
The Seasons Performance Hall announces their three concert Latin music series, SABOR!, performed by some of the best Latin players in the Northwest providing a flavorful variety of Latin music from Latin Jazz to traditional South American folk music to Cuban ballads and more. The Seasons invites you to delight your senses, put on your dancing shoes and take a trip through the richness of Latin culture and music. Each concert will include a brief intro and maybe even dance instruction.
The second of three concerts - LOS FLACOS - will be performed at 7:30pm. Tickets: $15.
Accompanied by two dancers, Los Flacos will perform a blend of the spiciest traditional sounds of Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean.
For tickets/information, call The Seasons at 509-453-1888.
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*Sip and Sizzle with the Artists
Date: 3/27/2010
Location: Paterson
Hwy. 221, Columbia Crest Dr.
9am-4pm - Sixth Street Art Gallery, in partnership with Columbia Crest Winery present Sip and Sizzle with the Artists at the Columbia Crest Winery. Potters Scott Gray and Shawn Murphy will demonstrate the ancient pottery firing process called RAKU (rakoo) using both outdoor kilns and local organic materials. Attendees are invited to bring their cameras to capture the color transformation of hand-crafted glazed hot pots.
Sip great wines while strolling through the tasting room featuring the latest exhibit of Consuelo Soto Murphy.
There will be sale specials on unique art and select wines. Open to the public, free admission. For information, call 509-786-3088.
Event Submitted by: Columbia Crest Winery -
Community High School Art Show
Date: 3/27/2010 - 4/16/2010
Location: Sunnyside
1829 S. 1st St., Suite B
Guerra's Coffee Company is hosting an art exhibition featuring top artists from the following high schools: Sunnyside, Sunnyside Christian, Grandview, and Toppenish.
There will be a special meet and greet the artist event on March 27th from 5-7pm with live music starting at 7pm to closing with free coffee, hot chocolate, and appetizers. All tips from opening night will be donated to the Red Cross. The artwork will be on display at Guerra's Coffee Company until April 16th. For information, call Stephanie Morales at 509-830-7011.
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