BASIN EVENTS: Sept. 6-13

COLUMBIA BASIN – There’s something for everyone happening in the Basin this week. Here are just a few of the possibilities: 

Sept. 6-7

Mattawa Fall Cleanup

Mattawa city officials will sponsor a “Fall Cleanup” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Dropoff will be open to residents of Mattawa and the surrounding areas, including Desert Aire, Beverly, Schwana and south Grant County. Proof of residence will be required. Yard waste, appliances and furniture will be accepted, as well as vehicle tires. Charges vary depending on the size of the load. Dropoff will be at 710 First St., Mattawa, the city water tower.  

Sept. 7

Concealed Carry Class

This four-hour comprehensive training course is designed to educate individuals on the laws and regulations surrounding the carrying of concealed firearms. This class covers essential topics such as the use of force, firearms safety, and the proper handling and storage of firearms, as well as the specific laws and any requirements for obtaining permits in Washington, Oregon, and Arizona. Upon class completion, attendees can apply for the above-mentioned permits and receive a WA-HB-1143 Gun Safety Certificate. Cost is $84.99. 3-7 p.m. at Sportsman’s Warehouse, 1020 N Stratford Road, Moses Lake. Info: 509-761-7200. 

Columbia Basin Barrel Racing Club Classic 5D Race

Saddle up for a showcase of speed, skill, and unbridled passion as riders and their dynamic horses compete for victory. 10 a.m. at the Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: columbiabasinbarrelracingclub.com. 

Sept. 8

Music & Wine Straight from the Vine

Music on the patio by local duo Wendy Lee and Garry Brunton. Water, soda, snacks, local farmstead cheeses by Umapine Creamery, Gourmet Popcorn by Cornfusion, local meats from Pure Country Pork & CJ's Custom Meats available in the tasting room as well as Camas Cove wine. Info: www.camascovecellars.com. 

Sept. 9

Downtown Moses Lake Economic Vitality Committee Meeting

Economic Vitality strengthens a community’s existing economic assets while expanding and diversifying its economic base. The Main Street organization helps sharpen the competitiveness of existing business owners, helps to foster entrepreneurial start-ups and expansions and recruits compatible new businesses and new economic uses to build a commercial district to create jobs and to respond to today’s consumers’ needs. 12 p.m. at Desert Plaza Conference Room 124 E. Third Ave., Moses Lake. Info: www.downtownmoseslake.org. 

Sept. 10

Naughty Pottery Night

Fun-filled night in the studio creating unique bad word pottery. Grab your fellow inappropriate-language-loving mommas and get a seat. Pottery will be purchased the night of the event. 6 p.m. at The Creative Studio, 1039 W. Broadway Ave., Moses Lake. Info: rusticgirlpainting.com. 

Tunes on Tuesday with The Welter Brothers

The Welter Brothers are a classic stringed instrument-wielding blood harmony duo. Jackson, a historian, delves as far back as the thirteenth century in the English/Scottish ballad tradition, infusing this wealth of knowledge into even the most modern arrangements. Corban, an original songwriter and skilled technician on several instruments, brings a contemporary perspective to even the oldest of songs. 6:30 p.m. at Moore Brewing Company, 302 W. Broadway Ave. Info: moorebrewingco.com. 

Sept. 11-14

Othello Fair

Four-day county fair featuring parade, carnival, food and craft booths, livestock exhibits and more. This year’s theme is “Denim & Lace.” Info: www.othellofair.org. 

Sept. 12-15

Sunbanks Rocks! Festival

Four-day rock music festival featuring Heart by Heart, Moon Daddy, the Staxx Brothers, Piper’s Rush and more. Info: www.sunbanksfestival.com. 

Sept. 13

B Street Block Party

Food trucks, beer and wine vendors, games and live music by Whiskey Trail Band and Rylei Franks. 6 p.m. on B Street Southeast between Central Avenue South and First Avenue Southeast. Info: quincyvalley.org. 

'The View From Here’ opening reception

Art show by ArtWorks Northwest, a Tri-Cities-based artists' cooperative. Members work in both 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional media and include painters, potters, jewelry artists, photographers, wood turners, sculptors, and glass artists. Exhibit runs Sept. 9-Nov. 1. 4 p.m. at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center, 406 S. Balsam St. Info: www.moseslakemuseum.com.