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 the next 7 days
9/3/2010 - 9/10/2010
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*River Rafting with Osprey Rafting
Date: 9/2/2010 - 9/30/2010
Location: Yakima
Tieton River
During the month of September, whitewater river rafting at 9am and 1pm followed by a BBQ. For reservation, call Char or Sergio at 800-743-6269.
Event Submitted by: Osprey Rafting Company, Inc. -
*Flip Flop River Rafting
Date: 9/2/2010 - 9/26/2010
Location: Naches
The Tieton River turns into a whitewater rafter and kayaker's dream. The river is a fast-paced, intermediate run that is consistently good due to the annual agricultural water release that more than doubles the river's normal flow. Call the Bureau of Reclamation for exact dates, 509-575-5848, ext. 205, or 800-221-0751.
Event Submitted by: VCB Group Reservations -
*Entertainment at Whistlin' Jack Lodge
Date: 9/2/2010 - 9/5/2010
Location: Naches
20800 SR 410
6:30pm Thursday, 8:30-11:30pm Friday and Saturday - Don Forgey (classic rock, country) in the Fireside Lounge at Whistlin' Jack Lodge.
3-6pm Sundays through Labor Day - Wayman Chapman entertains in the Fireside Lounge.
For information, call 509-658-2433.
Event Submitted by: Whistlin` Jack Lodge -
*Yakima Bears vs. Tri-Cities Baseball
Date: 9/2/2010
Location: Yakima
Yakima County Stadium
Professional minor league baseball - advanced purchase ticket prices: Adult general admission $5.50, box seats: $8.50, bleacher back seats: $7, Children, Seniors, Military general admission: $4.50. Affordable family fun with the opportunity to see the big league stars of tomorrow.
Game times Monday through Saturday start at 7:05pm, and Sunday games start at 5:35pm. For tickets/information, call 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Bears Baseball Club, Inc. -
Latin Dance Classes
Date: 9/2/2010
Location: Granger
121 Sunnyside Ave.
7pm the first Thursday of each month at the Northwest Communities Education Center, Radio KDNA.
Learn merengue, zumba and cumbia. For beginners and all ages in both English and Spanish. For cost and to register, call 509-854-2222. -
*10 x 10 x 10 x Tieton
Date: 9/2/2010 - 10/10/2010
Location: Tieton
608 Wisconsin Ave.
Mighty Tieton is sponsoring their first juried art exhibition with the theme: Small is Big. The 10 x 10 x 10 x Tieton is a juried exhibition of art, craft, design, print, and architecture. Each artwork must be no larger than 10"x10"x10" including frame or case.
This exhibition will be at the Mighty Tieton Warehouse, Wednesdays through Sundays, 12-3pm.
Receptions during the exhibition:
Saturday, September 18th, noon - 5pm.
Sunday, October 10th, noon - 5pm, at the end of LitFUSE: Poets' Workshop.
For information/questions, email 10xTieton@gmail.com.
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*Entertainment at Bonair Winery
Date: 9/2/2010
Location: Zillah
500 S. Bonair Rd.
1:30-5pm Saturdays, Slava, a Gypsy-style guitarist will perform. For information, call 509-829-6027 or www.bonairwine.com.
Event Submitted by: Bonair Winery -
*Bicycle Eclectic at Yakima Valley Museum
Date: 9/2/2010 - 10/24/2010
Location: Yakima
2105 Tieton Dr.
Adventure Cycling Association's national bicycle touring portrait collection opens July 9th through October 24th at the Yakima Valley Museum. The Missoula based Adventure Cycling Association was established in 1973 to cater to the growing number of American touring cyclists.
The Yakima Valley Museum is open Monday-Saturday from 10am-5pm. Admission to the museum is $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, and $12 for a family. For information, www.yakimavalleymuseum.org or 509-248-0747.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Museum -
Zumba Classes at Studio West
Date: 9/2/2010 - 10/16/2010
Location: Yakima
2600 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Ste. A
Zumba classes at Studio West at the following times:
Monday thru Friday: 9:15-10:15am, 11:15am-12:15pm, 4:30-5:30pm, 5:30-6:30pm
Saturdays: 9-10am, 10-11am.
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*Yakima Bears Playoff Rally
Date: 9/2/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
North 2nd and A Street
11:30am-1pm - Come down to Performance Park and congratulate the Yakima Bears on their winning season and cheer them on to the Playoffs.
Emcees and music by: The Bears Broadcasters. Beverages courtesy of Coca Cola. Bring your favorite downtown take-out or a sck lunch. Meet the coaches and players from noon-1:30pm.
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*First Friday at Second Street Grill
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
28 N. 2nd St.
First Friday at The Second Street Grill will feature DJ Pete Blue from 10pm-close. For information, call 509-469-1486.
Event Submitted by: Second Street Grill -
1st Annual Majors Restaurant Fall Classic Baseball Tournament
Date: 9/3/2010 - 9/5/2010
Location: Yakima
West J Street
The 1st Annual Majors Restaurant Fall Classic Baseball Tournament will be held on September 3-5, at the Elks Memorial Park. This 14U, ten team tournament will guarantee each team 4 games. -
*Art and Music on the Boardwalk at Track 29
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
1 West Yakima Ave.
5:30-9:00pm - Whimsical Folk Art at First Friday on the Boardwalk sponsored by the Track 29 merchants. One-half off domestic beer, well drinks and appetizers during Russillo's happy hour 4-7pm; $1 margaritas at Tequilas happy hour 2-6pm. Also open for your shopping pleasure DeTails, Patina, A-1 Jumpers, Kristie Burrill Designs, Yakima Antiques, Collectibles and Coins, Elizabeth's Business Services.
Event Submitted by: Russillo's Pizza and Gelato -
Vineyard Tours at Terra Blanca Winery
Date: 9/3/2010 - 9/4/2010
Location: Benton City
34715 N. DeMoss Rd.
3pm Fridays; 12pm and 3pm Saturdays - Vineyard Tours at Terra Blanca Winery every Friday and Saturday through October. A wine education staffer will walk you through the vineyards and you'll learn about the vineyards through the season, plus, you'll taste some wonderful Terra Blanca wines in the place where the grapes grow.
Cost: $15 pp (free for Club ONYX members). Contact Dawn Vargo-Zachara at wineclub @terrablanca.. -
After Hours at Terra Blanca Winery
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Benton City
34715 N. DeMoss Rd.
5-10pm Fridays at Terra Blanca Winery - Enjoy your Friday evenings with a few friends, a bottle of wine, and a bistro menu of cheeses, breads and meats. Happy Hour pricing from 5-7pm. Check our Facebook fan page to find out what we'll be pouring for a special $5 treat each week. For information, call 509-588-6082, ext. 107.
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*First Friday at Russillo's Pizza and Gelato
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
1 W. Yakima Ave.
6:30pm - Jim Henson will entertain at Russillo's Pizza and Gelato. For information, call 509-453-0325.
Event Submitted by: Russillo's Pizza and Gelato -
*Bob Dylan and John Mellancamp Close the Yakima Bears Baseball Season
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Yakima
Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park,
The Yakima Bears along with JAM Productions and Knitting Factory Presents are bringing Bob Dylan and John Mellencamp to Yakima County Stadium with the show beginning at 6:30pm. Tickets go on sale Friday July 9th at 10am. Fans can purchase tickets online at www.Ticketfly.com, in person at the Yakima Bears downtown office, or by calling 877-435-9849.
There is a special pre-sale opportunity for Bears season ticket holders and sponsors that will begin July 7th. Tickets will be sold for $55 and are general admission. Fans can watch from the seating bowl or bring a blanket and watch from the field. Free admission for each child 14 and under accompanied by an adult ticket holder.
More info
Event Submitted by: Yakima Bears Baseball Club, Inc. -
*Friday Night Sunsets at the Point
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Wapato
420 Windy Point Drive
6-10pm at Windy Point Vineyard - every Friday through September. Each week to feature a red wine flight or vertical. For information, www.windypointvineyards.com.
Event Submitted by: Windy Point Vineyards -
First Friday at North Town Coffeehouse
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
28 N. First St.
8pm - Mark and Val James will perform at North Town Coffeehouse. No cover. For information, call 509-895-7600.
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*First Friday at The Depot
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
32 N. Front St.
8:00pm - Stevie Ray Vaughn will entertain with a great blues music concert at The Depot; no cover. For information, call 949-4233.
Event Submitted by: Depot Restaurant and Lounge, The -
*Friday Movies at Dusk at The Tasting Room Yakima
Date: 9/3/2010 - 9/24/2010
Location: Yakima
250 Ehler Rd.
Come out and sit on our vineyard lawn every Friday evening through mid-September, as we will be showing different themed classics starting at dusk. Tonight's movie: The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension. This film is kid and family friendly - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086856.
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks with you. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed. All wine, beer, and soda shall be purchased at The Tasting Room Yakima. Suggested donation $4. For information, call 509-966-0686 or www.tastingroomyakima.com/events.
Event Submitted by: The Tasting Room Yakima at Wilridge Vineyard -
*Salsa in the Streets with Grupo Ashe at The Seasons
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave.
7pm - Dance workshop with Salsa Con Rumba at The Seasons. Spice up your evening with some dancin' in the street to this powerhouse group, leaders, and innovators of the Northwest salsa scene.
8pm - Live performance by Pedrito Vargas and Grupo Ashe, the first Latin band to bring the true sabor of Cuban timba to the Pacific Northwest. Tickets $10. For information, call The Seasons at 509-453-1888.
Event Submitted by: Seasons Music Festival, The -
First Friday at Tequila's
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
1 W. Yakima Ave.
Tequila's at Track 29 will be celebrating First Friday with $1.00 Margaritas. For information, call 457-3296.
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*First Friday at Stems
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
411 E. Yakima Ave.
Open for your shopping pleasure until 8pm on First Friday. Shop for Northwest wines, gourmet accessories, and unique gifts at Stems located in the beautiful Hilton Garden Hotel. For information, call 509-452-8800.
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First Friday at Tim's Downtown Tasting Room
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
312 E. Yakima Ave.
7-10pm - First Friday dance party with Andy Ruggiero at Tim's Downtown Tasting Room. No cover. For information, call 509-248-5251.
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*First Friday at Yakima Sports Center
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
214 E. Yakima Ave.
First Friday at Yakima Sports Center features Post Dylan Funk Bask with DJ Sean Hawkins. Must be 21 years and over. For information call 509-453-4647 or www.yakimasportscenter.com.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Sports Center -
*Fashion Front
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
N. Front St.
5pm - Fashion show to benefit Rod's House. For information, call 509-452-0611.
Event Submitted by: Garden Dance -
*First Friday at Garden Dance
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
10 N. Front St.
Stop in at Garden Dance, and the new men's store Raindance, and start shopping for the latest fall fashion styles. For information, call Michelle at 509-949-0611.
Event Submitted by: Garden Dance -
*First Friday at The Little Soapmaker
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
302 W. Yakima Ave., #103
Enjoy Happy Hour from 6-8pm with 20% off all items in the store during First Friday. For information, call 509-972-8504.
Event Submitted by: The Little Soapmaker -
*Friday Night Bites and Flights
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Prosser
2890 Lee Rd.
5-7pm Fridays at Kestrel Vintners (except third Friday of the month which is Simple Supper night).
Enjoy Kestrel Wines by the glass or by the flight while relaxing in our beautiful Grotto, enjoying tasty morsels created in our newly remodeled chef's kitchen along with an extensive selection of special cheeses and salamis. Menus and pricing vary according to items and wines purchased. A complete menu is available at the winery or online. For information, call 509-786-2675.
Event Submitted by: Kestrel Vintners -
*First Friday at Gilbert Cellars
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
5 N. Front St.
7-10pm - Live music with Miller and Mark in the Gilbert Cellars Underground. No cover. For information, www.gilbertcellars.com or 509-249-9049.
Event Submitted by: Gilbert Cellars -
*First Friday at Santiago's Restaurant
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
111 E. Yakima Ave.
6:30pm - Bill Brennan and WD Frank's Stimulus Package with a special appearance by Stan Fortier at Santiago's Restaurant. For information, call 509-453-1644.
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Friday Night Improv with Manic Thunder
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Yakima
5110 Tieton Dr.
8pm every Friday with doors opening at 7:30pm at Glenwood Square's MediaWorks Theatre. Admission: $5 (cash only). Join Improv troupe Manic Thunder as they perform a series of theatre games using suggestions from the audience to create comedic scenes right on the spot. Must be 18 years or older. For information, call 509-731-4460.
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First Friday at Speakeasy
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
104 S. 3rd St.
9pm - Wayman Chapman will perform at the Speakeasy for First Friday. No cover. For information, call 453-4762.
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*Sip-n-Stroll
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Prosser
Various Wineries at Exit 82
Join the wineries of Prosser's Exit 82 each Friday evening from May thru September as they host Sip-n-Stroll from 5-7pm. Each week the wineries offer different varieties and specials to taste and purchase. Tasty food and occasional live entertainment make this the perfect start to your weekend.
Participating wineries include: Alexandria Nicole Cellars, Cowan Vineyards, Desert Wind Winery, Heaven's Cave Cellars, Kestrel Vintners, Mercer Estates, Snoqualmie Winery, and The Hogue Cellars.
Event Submitted by: Cowan Vineyards -
*Fridays on the Patio
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Zillah
1717 1st Ave.
4-7pm - Sit, relax, and unwind after a day of tasting through wine country at Severino Cellars for our Fridays on the Patio. Wine and appetizers available for purchase. Parties of 6 or more, please call for a reservation. For information, 509-829-3800.
Event Submitted by: Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail -
*Tapas at Bonair Winery
Date: 9/3/2010 - 9/5/2010
Location: Zillah
500 S. Bonair Rd.
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, enjoy an assortment of fresh tapas so you can slow down, enjoy some great food, and refresh before doing more wine tasting in the Rattlesnake Hills. For information, call 509-829-6027.
Event Submitted by: Bonair Winery -
*Harman Center Senior Dances
Date: 9/3/2010 - 9/8/2010
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 -
*Wapato Harvest Festival
Date: 9/3/2010 - 9/6/2010
Location: Wapato
Downtown Wapato
Entertainment, carnival, food vendors, games. Parade on Monday. For information, call 509-877-9906.
Event Submitted by: Spring Fling Festival Organization -
*First Friday at Russillo's Pizza
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
1 W. Yakima Ave.
6pm Friday: Jim Henson (guitar)
Russillo's Pizza and Gelato at Track 29. For information, call 509-453-0325.
Event Submitted by: Russillo's Pizza and Gelato -
*Downtown First Friday
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
Various
5-8pm on the first Friday of each month. Live music, wine tastings, art shows, and special events at various downtown businesses, so head downtown for great retail and drink specials, as well as lots of live entertainment.
For information and a list of participating businesses, call Committee for Downtown Yakima, 509-225-2485 or www.downtownyakima.com.
Event Submitted by: Committee for Downtown Yakima -
*First Friday at Johnny's On The Ave.
Date: 9/3/2010
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. No cover. For information, call 509-248-5900.
Event Submitted by: Red Lion Yakima Center -
*First Friday at Kana Winery
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
10 S. 2nd St.
6:30pm - Hans York (acoustic guitar folk songs) will entertain at Kana Winery. No cover; must be 21 and over. For information, www.kanawinery.com or call 509-453-6611.
Event Submitted by: Kana Winery -
First Friday at Cascade Wine Co.
Date: 9/3/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
214 W. Yakima Ave.
First Friday at Cascade Wine will feature entertainer Dennis Clauss (piano) at 5:30pm. Come celebrate with us and taste some newly arrived wines from around the globe. For information, call 972-2811.
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Story Time at Borders
Date: 9/4/2010
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: 9/4/2010
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.
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*Prosser Farmers Market
Date: 9/4/2010 - 10/31/2010
Location: Prosser
7th St. and Sommers Ave.
Every Saturday through October - 8am-noon at Prosser City Park, 7th Street and Sommers Avenue. Kiwanis serves breakfast from 8-10am for $4. Great place to purchase local plants, fruits, vegetables, baked goods, fresh cut flowers, coffees, and artisan crafts. For information, call 509-786-9174 or www.prosserfarmersmarket.com.
Event Submitted by: Prosser Chamber of Commerce -
Goldendale Farmers Market
Date: 9/4/2010 - 10/30/2010
Location: Goldendale
903 E. Broadway
Every Saturday through October from 9am-2pm at Simcoe Street and Roosevelt Drive near U.S. Highway 97. For information, call 509-773-3400.
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Kittitas Farmers' Market
Date: 9/4/2010 - 10/30/2010
Location: Ellensburg
4th Ave. and Pearl St.
Every Saturday from 9am-1pm at the Wells Fargo Bank drive-through parking lot. For information, 509-899-3870.
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*Dinner and a Movie at Two Mountain Winery
Date: 9/4/2010
Location: Zillah
2151 Cheyne Rd.
We welcome wine lovers to bring their favorite lawn chair or blanket and enjoy our outdoor movie series. You'll enjoy a catered dinner and a glass of wine followed by a private screening of Oceans 11 outside of our winery. Cost: $25 per person. For information, call 509-829-3900 or www.twomountainwinery.com.
Event Submitted by: Two Mountain Winery -
*8th Annual Harvest Party at Silver Lake Winery
Date: 9/4/2010
Location: Zillah
1500 Vintage Rd.
10am-6pm, celebrate the beginning of harvest with live music, grape stomping, and limbo contests. Enjoy ice cold vinoritas and great wine, incredible food and a gorgeous view at our tropical retreat in the vineyard. For information, call 509-829-6235 or www.silverlakewinery.com.
Event Submitted by: Silver Lake Winery -
*Weekend Chimposiums
Date: 9/4/2010 - 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.
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*Maryhill Winery - Labor Day Weekend
Date: 9/4/2010 - 9/6/2010
Location: Goldendale
9774 Hwy. 14
Free music on the arbor from 1-5pm all summer. This weekend's entertainment:
Saturday - Wayman Chapman - R&B, Blues, Jazz, and Funk
Sunday - RaChiChi - Jazz and blues
Monday - Carlyle - Country, folk, and classic rock
For information, call 877-627-9445 or www.maryhillwinery.com.
Event Submitted by: Maryhill Winery -
*Yakima Valley Trolley Rides
Date: 9/4/2010 - 9/6/2010
Location: Yakima
Corner of S. 3rd Ave. and W. Pine St.
Trolley rides leave hourly 10am-3pm Saturdays, Sundays and holidays through Sept. 6th at the Yakima Electric Railway Museum. Cost: $4 adults, $3 children and seniors.
Historic buildings house the entire collection of trolleys and locomotives of the Yakima Valley Transportation Co., plus the machinery to keep them operating. For information, call 509-249-5962 or 509-961-2617 or www.yakimavalleytrolleys.org.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Trolleys -
*Benton City Community Market
Date: 9/4/2010 - 9/25/2010
Location: Benton City
8th & Della
Local farmers market 9am-1pm every Saturday through September at City Park. Vendors welcome. For information, call 509-947-7332.
Event Submitted by: Benton City Chamber of Commerce -
*Art on the Boardwalk
Date: 9/4/2010 - 10/9/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
1 W. Yakima Ave. at Track 29
Every Saturday to October 9th - Come down to Mike Bastinelli's Russillo's Pizza and Gelato at the historic Track 29 mall to view works from our area's talented artisans. No charge to view the artwork, but feel free to purchase and support our local artisans. For information, call Mike at 509-453-0325.
Event Submitted by: Russillo's Pizza and Gelato -
No Work, All Play Days
Date: 9/4/2010 - 9/5/2010
Location: Goldendale
Brooks Memorial State Park, Hwy. 97
Garden tour displays, disc golf, Dutch oven cooking demos, bingo, nature hikes, and more. For information, call 509-773-4611 or www.stateparks.com/brooks_memorial.html.
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McAllister Museum of Aviation
Date: 9/4/2010 - 9/30/2010
Location: Yakima
2008 S. 16th Ave.
2pm Saturdays through September - Unique Airplane Presentations and Flying Demonstrations at McAllister Museum of Aviation. Free. Lineup subject to change.
This Saturday: Sept. 4 - Randy Lervold's Cubcrafters, Top Cub and Sport Cub
Sept. 11 - Lee Peterson's Marquette Charger.
For information, call Don Rasmussen, 509-965-1003.
Museum hours: 10am-4pm Thursday and Fridays; 9am-4pm Saturdays. For information, call 509-457-4933.
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Original Latino/Chicano Men's Slowpitch Tournament
Date: 9/4/2010 - 9/6/2010
Location: Sunnyside
31211 Yakima Valley Hwy.
The 2010 "Original" Latino/Chicano NSA Adult Softball Tournament will be held on September 4-6, 2010 at Sunnyview Park in Sunnyside, WA. The tournament organizer expects 20 teams, with 16 from out-of-town.
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Yakima Speedway Races and Season Championships
Date: 9/4/2010 - 9/5/2010
Location: Yakima
1600 Pacific Ave.
On September 4th, the Yakima Speedway will hold the last of the regular season races. Season Championships for Sportsman, Pure Stocks and Hornets will follow on September 5th. -
*Happy Hour at Olsen Estates Winery
Date: 9/4/2010
Location: Prosser
500 Merlot Dr.
3-6pm - Come relax on our beautiful patio and enjoy light fare, exquisite wines, and live music by the Matt Larson Trio. For information, email ck.campbell@alumni.plu.edu.
Event Submitted by: Olsen Estates -
*Patio Party Featuring The Knutzen Brothers
Date: 9/5/2010
Location: Prosser
508 Cabernet Ct.
5-8pm - Please join us on the patio. Kick back and relax, or boogie down to the sounds of The Knutzen Brothers, four maverick music makers taking a journey through wine country and exploring jazz, country, rock n' roll, and americana.
Free to attend, but, seating is limited. Reserved tables are available for $20 (for up to six people). Catered buffet provided by Bon Vino's Bistro for $20 person. For information, or to reserve a table, call 509-788-0030.
Event Submitted by: Milbrandt Vineyards -
Open Mic at North Town Coffeehouse
Date: 9/5/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
28 N. First St.
Sundays from 8-10pm - open mic night at North Town Coffeehouse. For information, call 509-895-7600.
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*Granger Menudo Festival
Date: 9/5/2010
Location: Granger
Hisey Park
11am-5pm at Hisey Park on Main Street in Granger. Sponsored by Granger Chamber of Commerce. Event includes cook-off, live local bands, beer garden, food and crafts, pony rides, recreational volleyball competition, and car show. Music by Amante, Banda Tierra C.K., Creyentes Musicales, Exposion Michiocana, Ilusion Musical, Kinto Proyeto, Raza Michiocana, and Sinserida da la Sirra.
Enter a menudo recipe to win a prize from $100-$300. To enter or reserve a vendor booth, call 509-854-7304 or email grangerchamber@gmail.com.
Event Submitted by: Spring Fling Festival Organization -
*Yakima Farmers' Market
Date: 9/5/2010 - 10/31/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
South 3rd St. & E. Yakima Ave.
Every Sunday from 9am-2pm on South Third St. in front of the Capitol Theatre, purchase your fresh produce, flowers, arts and crafts, processed food items, or your favorite foods. For information, call 509-457-5765 or www.yakimafarmersmarket.org.
Things in the market: Organic Eggs, greens, meat, and fresh vegetables; Apricots, Cherries, Rhubarb, garlic, green onions, bok choy, radishes, asparagus, metal art, stitcheries, jewelry, paintings, and nursery plants.
This Sunday's happenings:
9-10am - Breakfast - Pancakes, bacon or sausage, 2 eggs - $4
Live Music 12-2pm
Event Submitted by: Yakima Farmers` Market -
*Prosser States Day Celebration, and Parade
Date: 9/6/2010
Location: Prosser
City Park, 7th and Sommers St.
Now in it's 85th year, Prosser's States Day Celebration and Parade is a time "when old friends meet". Held on Labor Day each year, States Day dates back to a time when farmers would put down the plow and head into town for an old fashioned family picnic. One tradition that has stood the test of time is the registering of residents by the state they hailed from. Townspeople would sign up and wear a badge proudly displaying their home state and thus the name "States Day" was adopted and continues today.
Kicking off the day's festivities is the Grand Parade which starts sharply at 10am. Directly after the parade, the crowd descends upon City Park where you'll find something for every age and gender. Concessions from tacos to hamburgers, and more, plus bingo, a dunk tank, entertainment, talent show, and, of course, a full-scale carnival. For information, call the Prosser Chamber of Commerce, 509-786-3177.
Event Submitted by: Prosser Chamber of Commerce -
Story Time at Inklings
Date: 9/7/2010
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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*Trivia at Jack-Sons Sports Bar
Date: 9/7/2010
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 -
Open Mic Night at Tim's Tasting Room
Date: 9/7/2010 - 9/8/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
312 E. Yakima Ave.
Open mic from 6-9pm every Tuesday and Wednesday at Tim's Downtown Tasting Room. For information, call 248-5251.
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Country Dancing at Studio West
Date: 9/7/2010
Location: Yakima
2600 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Ste. A
6:30pm - Two Step Lessons
7:30pm - Western Swing Lessons
Every Tuesday at Studio West in the Nob Hill Plaza. For information, call 509-930-9020. -
Ballroom Dance at Studio West
Date: 9/7/2010 - 10/26/2010
Location: Yakima
2600 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Ste. A
7:30pm Tuesdays, 8-week series (Sept. 7-Oct. 26) at Studio West. For information, call 509-930-0354.
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Salsa Dance Classes at Studio West
Date: 9/8/2010
Location: Yakima
2600 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Ste. A
6:30pm Wednesdays at Studio West. For information, call 509-895-4445.
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*Line Dancing at Susie's Bourbon Street Bistro
Date: 9/8/2010
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 -
*Selah's Wednesday Market
Date: 9/8/2010 - 9/29/2010
Location: Selah
210 S. First St.
5-8pm - Selah's Wednesday Market located behind King's Row Drive-in starts June 16th through Sept. 29th. For information, email selahwednesdaymarket@gmail.com or call 509-961-8672.
Event Submitted by: City of Selah -
*Allied Arts Poetry Open Mic Nights
Date: 9/8/2010
Location: Yakima
5000 W. Lincoln Ave.
7pm the second Wednesday of each month through March. This event will be at the Allied Arts Center. Informal readings on a first-come, first-read basis. Readers can sign up before or at the event. For info and sign-up: call 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.
Event Submitted by: Allied Arts of Yakima Valley -
*Open Mike Showcase at Carmen's Comedy Club
Date: 9/8/2010
Location: Selah
316 S. First St., Ste. 7
7pm - Wednesday nights - open mic showcase featuring many local favorites at Carmen's Comedy Club. No cover. For information, call Carmen at 509-698-3900 or carmenscomedyclub@yahoo.com or www.carmenscomedyclub.com.
Event Submitted by: Carmen`s Comedy Club -
Trivia at Bert's Place
Date: 9/8/2010
Location: Yakima
5110 Tieton Dr.
7:30pm every Wednesday at Bert's Place in Glenwood Square. For information, 972-4557.
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Imagination Library Story Hour
Date: 9/8/2010
Location: Yakima
15 N. Naches
Second Wednesday of each month, story hour for children ages 5 and younger at the Y.W.C.A. from 10-11am in English, and noon-1pm in Spanish. Presented by Circle of Success. For information, call 965-7100, x1019.
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*Sunnyside Farmers Market
Date: 9/8/2010 - 10/27/2010
Location: Sunnyside
214 S. Sixth St.
Every Wednesday June 9th through October from 4-7pm in the parking lot of the Sunnyside Mini Mall. For information, call 509-830-5209.
Event Submitted by: City of Sunnyside -
*Cinema Circle
Date: 9/9/2010
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.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Theatres - The Majestic -
Cowiche Canyon Juried Exhibit
Date: 9/9/2010 - 10/28/2010
Location: Yakima
5000 W. Lincoln Ave.
Opening reception 5:30-7pm in the Peggy Lewis Gallery at the Allied Arts Center. Entries due September 1st.
Gallery hours are from 9am-5pm weekdays. Admission to the gallery is free. Opening receptions are for artists, Allied Arts members, and the public. For information, call 509-966-0930.
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*Sportsmans' Days
Date: 9/10/2010 - 9/12/2010
Location: Naches
Downtown Naches
Three-day family event which opens at 5pm on Friday at the Naches Middle School and at Applewood Park, 105 W. 4th St. Free entertainment throughout the weekend, along with midway rides, food booths, game booths, flea market, silent auction, button drawings, free shows and much more. Kids' parade on Saturday at 10am. For information, call Don at 509-965-1745 or email donaldk652@aol.com.
Event hours: Friday: 5-10pm; Saturday: 10am-11pm; Sunday: 10am-3:15pm.
Event Submitted by: Town of Naches -
*Benton City Daze
Date: 9/10/2010 - 9/12/2010
Location: Benton City
Various
Friday night: carnival, evening street dance at City Park, 608 Dale Ave.; Saturday: The Grand Parade, Little Miss Pageant, arts and crafts, variety show, karaoke, bingo, raffles, zucchini bake-off, kids activities, skateboard expo, and bed races. Saturday evening: Beauty and the Beast (barrel racing and bull riding). Sunday: Family Fun Day and Horseplay at the fairgrounds. Sponsored by Benton City Chamber of Commerce and the Benton Co. Jr. Fair and Rodeo Association. For information, 509-588-4984 or www.bentoncitychamber.org.
Event Submitted by: Benton City Chamber of Commerce -
*Boomer Dances at Harman Center
Date: 9/10/2010 - 9/24/2010
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.
Event Submitted by: City of Yakima -
*Entertainment at Gilbert Cellars
Date: 9/10/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
5 N. Front St., Suite 100
7-10pm - Live music with Tyler Bush in the Gilbert Cellars Underground. No cover. For information, www.gilbertcellars.com or 509-249-9049.
Event Submitted by: Gilbert Cellars -
1st Downtown Paranormal Conference - Day 1
Date: 9/10/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
32 N. Front St.
The P.A.S.T. is Present is conducting a three-day conference in Downtown Yakima, at various locations, and open to the public. Entrance is free with a canned good donation for the SE Yakima Food Bank. Join Paranormal teams and investigator's from the Pacific Northwest for presentations, discussions, etc.
7-10pm - Social Meet and Greet at The Depot Restaurant and Lounge, 32 N. Front St. in the Historic Yakima Train Depot. (Must be 21 and over - food and beverage at attendee's expense.)
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SunDome Volleyball Festival
Date: 9/10/2010 - 9/11/2010
Location: Yakima
1301 S. Fair Ave.
The SunDome Volleyball Festival will feature 64 varsity and 16 junior varsity high school volleyball teams. The 1B-2B-1A schools will play on Friday and the 2A-3A-4A teams will play on Saturday. The junior varsity tournament will be played at Yakima Valley Community College. Please bring your own seating for YVCC. The tournament starts at 8:00 am each day.
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56th Annual Indian Summer Golf Festival
Date: 9/11/2010 - 9/12/2010
Location: Selah
318 Golf Course Loop
The 2010 Indian Summer Golf Festival will be held on September 11-12, at the Yakima Elks Golf Course in Selah. The tournament is limited to 96 couples. There will be a 9:00am shotgun start on both days, with a free breakfast and lunch also included each day. A free practice round is scheduled for Friday. -
Downtown Yakima Paranormal Conference - Day 2
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
Various
The P.A.S.T. is Present is conducting a three-day conference in Downtown Yakima, at various locations, and open to the public. Entrance is free with a canned good donation for the SE Yakima Food Bank. Join Paranormal teams and investigator's from the Pacific Northwest for presentations, discussions, etc.
Saturday - 9am-noon - Presentations at Historic Building (next to Ron's Coins), 16 N. 3rd St., by the following Pacific Northwest Paranormal Investigators and Teams:
The P.A.S.T. Is Present, paranormal investigations; West Coast Ghost Hunters, Mr. John Collins: Paranormal Investigator, Founder of West Coast and East Coast Ghost Hunters Community; Mr. Rocky Smith: Paranormal Investigator, NW Ghost Tours and Walking with the Spirits Guide; and Mr. William Becker: Paranormal Investigator, NW Ghost Tours and Walking with the Spirits Guide.
12:30-2pm - Lunch (attendee's expense) at The Sports Center of Yakima, 214 E. Yakima Ave.
2:30-5:30pm - Presentations at Historic Building (next to Ron's Coins), join us for more presentations by the South Sound Paranormal Research (S.S.P.R.) and Mr. Joe Teeples, Mrs. Karen Frazer and Mr. Ross Allison.
9-11pm - Informal Paranormal Social Gathering at 2nd Street Grill, 28 N. 2nd St. (attendee's expense), must be 21 and over.
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*Great Grandview Grape Stomp
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Grandview
114 Grandridge
1pm at the YVCC Workforce Education Center on Grandview Campus. Family activities, food, wine, and arts and crafts vendors. Early registration fee: $35 per team of three, includes t-shirt. Registration after Sept. 3rd or day of the event: $45 per team. space limited. For information, call Elizabeth Alba at 509-643-1142 or www.visitgrandview.org/events.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Vintners - YVCC Teaching Winery -
*Tieton Farmers Market
Date: 9/11/2010 - 9/25/2010
Location: Tieton
Tieton Square Park
10am-2pm - Every other Saturday on Aug. 14th, Aug. 28th, Sept. 11th, and Sept. 25th at Tieton Square Park. This Saturday: fresh eggs and cheese from Tieton Farm and Creamery!
Go west on Summitview to light in Tieton, turn left, drive one block, turn right. For information, www.mightytieton.com/events_and_news/tieton_mercado.
Event Submitted by: Mighty Tieton Events -
*Bung's Birthday Bash
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Zillah
500 S. Bonair Rd.
11am-4pm rain or shine at Bonair Winery - free admission. This event benefits the Humane Society of Central Washington, SPCA, and Meals on Wheels for Pets.
Bring your pet to the winery. All day Yappy Hour with hot dogs and chips - $5 donation (goes to SPCA and Meals on Wheels), Bung's Bones Doggie Treats (for Bung's doggie friends), and wine by the glass. (Sorry, only service dogs are allowed in the tasting room because of our restaurant license.)
The SPCA will have a dog and cat adoption drive. Vendors include Manning Dog Training, Cozy Critters Pet Sitters, PetSmart, and Christel Clear Photography.
Bung has requested that rather than bringing gifts for him, his party guests should bring a donation for the Humane Society, SPCA, or Meals on Wheels for Pets. For information, call 509-829-6027.
Event Submitted by: Bonair Winery -
*Autumn Bounty
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Yakima
1401 Arboretum Dr.
5-10pm at Yakima Area Arboretum. Cost: $50. Fundraising event includes live music with Kayoko Woods, dinner, wine and brews. Tickets on sale at the Arboretum. For information, call 509-248-7337.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Area Arboretum -
*Bret Michaels at Yakima County Stadium
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Yakima
1301 S. Fair Ave.
8pm - Bret Michaels (rock) will perform at Yakima County Stadium. Tickets: $29.80 in advance or $34 day of show, available through TicketsWest outlets, www.ticketswest.com, Yakima County Stadium, Yakima Bears downtown office or Yakima Valley SunDome box office, 800-325-7328.
Event Submitted by: State Fair Park -
Toppenish Art and Culture Showcase
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Toppenish
Pioneer Park
Car show, arts and crafts, kids activities, ethnic food booths, jalapeno eating contest and more. To register yur car, motorcycle or bike, call Alex, 509-952-4760 or Victor, 206-376-4177.
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Gateswingers Square and Round Dancing
Date: 9/11/2010 - 9/25/2010
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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2010 Tour of Homes
Date: 9/11/2010 - 9/12/2010
Location: Yakima
Various
Tour 16 Yakima County homes, then attend the Kittitas Valley Tour of Homes and see more at no additional cost. Hours: 11am-6pm on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $10 and are available at all Tour homes, the CWHBA Office at 3301 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima Federal Savings and Loan, Yakima Valley Visitors and Information Center, and Smitty's Conoco. For more information, call 800-492-9422.
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Yakima Walk to Defeat ALS
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Yakima
111 S. 18th St.
Registration begins at 9am, walk begins at 10am at Sarg Hubbard Park. 3 mile walk to honor and support those who are living with or have lost their lives to Lou Gehrig's disease. For information, call Robin Hartman, 425-656-1650 or 866-786-7257.
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*Fiestas Patrias!
Date: 9/11/2010 - 9/12/2010
Location: Toppenish
600 S. Division St.
Celebration to commemorate Mexico's quest for independence from Spain with Charro competition, Mexican folklore dancers, and live music. Food vendors and arts and crafts vendors will be on site as well. This event will be at the Toppenish Rodeo Grounds, 600 S. Division Street. For information, call 509-865-3262 or visit www.toppenish.net.
Event Submitted by: Toppenish Chamber of Commerce -
Second Saturday Walk Around
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Yakima
North 56th & Summitview Ave.
10am-5pm the second Saturday of each month at Chalet Place, North 56th and Summitview Avenues. Live music and more.
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*Not Just a Farmers Market
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Zillah
First Ave.
Zillah's harvest celebration, Not Just a Farmers Market, occurs annually the Saturday after Labor Day in downtown Zillah. Forty to sixty vendors sell local produce, wood furniture, arts and crafts, food, and many unique items. There is live entertainment all day long which varies from bands to dance groups. For information, call Ken at 829-6888.
Event Submitted by: City of Zillah -
A Night Out - Denim & Diamonds
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Prosser
600 Merlot Drive
4:30-11pm at the Yellow Rose Nursery and Display Gardens. Join us at our Gala reception and Silent Auction along with 22 award-winning wineries, 2 NW micro breweries, and hors d'oeuvres. Be entertained, enjoy a gourmet dinner while internationally renowned auctioneer, Scott Musser of Charity Chant Auctions, presents this year's live auction. After dinner, enjoy dancing until 11pm with DJ music by Dan Burns 3D Productions.
This event is sponsored by "A Night Out" and the Prosser Memorial Hospital Foundation. Cost: $125. For information/tickets, call 509-788-6042. -
*Tractor Run to Harrah
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Union Gap
4508 Main St.
The Central Washington Agricultural Museum is having a tractor run leaving from the Agricultural Museum in Union Gap at 7am and traveling to Harrah to be part of the Harrah Festival and then return. Tractors need to travel 8-10 mph, have at least one American flag, and have a slow-moving vehicle triangle. For information, call Eric at 509-833-4811.
Event Submitted by: Central Washington Agricultural Museum -
Walk for Joe Fundraiser
Date: 9/11/2010
Location: Yakima
S. 5th Ave. & W. Pine St.
The Association for Community Living is sponsoring the Walk for Joe, an annual fundraising event in memory of Joe Halford, a 55 year old developmentally disabled man known as the man with the coffee cup, walking all over Yakima making friends. This walk retraces Joe's daily coffee route.
Registration begins at 9am at Lions Park. The Walkathon starts at 10am followed by a barbecue at Lions Park from noon to 2pm.
The registration fee is $15 per person. If you wish to donate but not walk, please make your donation to: The Association for Community Living and mail or deliver it to Community Living at 421 S. 47th Ave., Yakima, WA 98908.
100% of the money raised from this event goes to The Association for Community Living to provide safe and affordable housing for adults with developmental disabilities.
For information, call Cheri at 509-966-1998. -
*The Tree Top Skewered Apple BBQ Championship
Date: 9/11/2010 - 9/12/2010
Location: Downtown Yakima
Along Historic Front St.
Hosted by the Yakima Valley Museum and Tree Top. A total of $35,000 in prize money will be awarded. Beer and wine garden. Open to the public (entry fee). Purchase script and enjoy tastings of meats, veggies, desserts, and other goodies. Cooking demonstrations. Live music by Chad Bault, Prairie Flyer, Roy Kay Combo, Star Anna and the Laughing Dogs, and Humphrey, Harman and Cameron.
Admission to the event is $12 for one day, $20 for two days. Children 12 and under are free. Hours are 11am-10pm on Saturday, Sept. 11th, and 10am-6pm on Sunday, Sept. 12th. For information, call 509-248-0747.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Museum
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