COLUMBIA BASIN EVENTS for March 14, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN — There’s a lot going on in the Basin this week. Here are a few things to check out:

March 14

H.E. Gritman Senior Center Fundraising Breakfast

Enjoy a homemade breakfast of pancakes and sausage or biscuits and gravy and sausage. Cost is $7 and all ages are welcome. Takeout orders for $8 accepted during breakfast hours. All proceeds go to support the activities at the Senior Center. 7:30-10 a.m. at 118 W. Main Ave., Ritzville. Info: 509-659-1921.

‘Patricia Jensen: A Road Less Traveled’

Opening reception for exhibit by Moses Lake artist Patricia Jensen, showcasing a lifetime of artistic work. Jensen’s work can also be seen in the murals at Sinkiuse Square and other locations around Moses Lake. Exhibit runs through May 2. 4-7 p.m.

Pie Fest

Pizza dinner and dessert auction. Miss Ritzville Royalty will be on hand to help serve. Proceeds support the Ritzville Festivals Association. Doors open at 5 p.m., live pie auction begins at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion, 106 W. Broadway Ave., Ritzville.

Daddy-Daughter Dance

Enjoy a special night of dancing, dinner and memories with your daughter. Dinner options include spaghetti/salad/bread or chicken tenders/fries/carrots, and a specialty drink or soda and dessert. All catering done by RHS Advanced Culinary Class. Ticket sales close March 7. 5:30 p.m. at Royal High School, 955 Ahlers Ave. N., Royal City. Info: 509-346-2256.

March 15

Lucky Finds Market

Discover handmade goods from talented local artisans and stock up on fresh-baked treats and farm-fresh produce at the Moses Lake Farmers Market’s Lucky Find Market. Children can join the excitement with a St. Patrick’s-themed scavenger hunt. 9 a.m. at the Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: 509-237-2100.

Dream It Be It Career Conference for Girls

Free one-day event for local high school girls. This conference helps girls grow up to be strong, successful, happy adults. Join professional women role models for career education and the resources to live your dreams. Attendees have the chance to win prizes, including 10 laptop computers. Sponsored by Soroptimist International. Registration deadline is March 3. 9 a.m.-noon at Vanguard Academy, 742 E. Yonezawa Blvd., Moses Lake. Info: www.moseslakesoroptimist.org.

Brews & Tunes

Take a tour of local breweries, distilleries and cideries and hear some great music along the way. Participants will receive five tasting tickets, raffle tickets, a map of the event, a swag bag and a customized tasting glass. Sponsored by the Downtown Moses Lake Association. 1-5 p.m. at Sinkiuse Square, Moses Lake. Info: 509-770-1700 or www.downtownmoseslake.org.

Cellarbration!

Dinner and live and silent auctions to support the Big Bend Community College Foundation’s scholarships for Basin students. Reception and silent auction at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. at the BBCC ATEC Building, 7611 Bolling St. NE, Moses Lake. Info and tickets: bigbend.ejoinme.org.

March 15-16

Rallycross 2025 Season Opener

Join Northwest Rally Association to kick off the 2025 season. This venue keeps drivers on their toes with a mix of dirt, gravel and a paved go-kart track. See competitors with all different types of cars and skills compete on the same track. Entry is $10 at the gate, cash only. 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Saturday, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday at the Lind Lions Club Arena, 2400 E. Second Ave. Info: www.nwrallyassociation.com.

March 16

Music and Wine Straight from the Vine with Ray Glover

Singer-songwriter Ray Glover, known locally as the lead singer for Dimestore Prophets, plays an eclectic blend of songs ranging from contemporary pop to ’60s and ’70s hits to classic rock. Craft beer, hard ciders and wine available as well as water, soda, farmstead cheeses by Umapine Creamery and local meats by Pure Country Farms. 4 p.m. at Camas Cove Cellars, 911 Camas Place, Moses Lake. Info: 509-750-4193.

March 17

Books & Brushes Craft Time

Family arts and crafts programs feature crafts that you can make at the library and take home. Stop by anytime between 2:30 and 4 p.m. at the Ephrata Public Library, 45 Alder St. NW. Info: 509-754-3971.

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner

Dinner and silent auction. Menu includes Reuben sandwich, corned beef and cabbage or Irish stew. There will also be drinks and dessert. To go orders available upon request. Sponsored by Lind Chamber of Commerce. Tickets are available through any Chamber member, Haase’s Tavern or the Lind Senior Center. 5-7 p.m. at Lind Community Church, 114 E. Fifth St. Info: 509-347-6696.

March 19

Create & Cackle

Do you like to make stuff? Do you have a project unfinished? Want to just hang out and finish a project? Just drop in, have a drink and a snack and create. Knitting, drawing, sewing, crocheting, perler beading, coloring, painting, origami or basket-weaving — the only limit is what you bring. Bring your own project and drinks/snacks and hang out with like-minded individuals. 7 p.m. at The Main Event, 116 W. Main Ave., Ritzville. Info: 843-323-2218.

March 20

Aaron Crawford

Live music from the original Cascade Country artist. Reservations are required. 6:30 p.m. at Gård Public House, 112 Evergreen Ave. NW, Royal City. Info and reservations: bit.ly/gardpublichouse or 509-414-1484.

March 20-23

Sandhill Crane Festival

The Othello Sandhill Crane Festival highlights the spring return of sandhill cranes to the greater Othello area and the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge. Lectures will be delivered Friday night and all day Saturday. Tours will be offered Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Info and registration: www.othellosandhillcranefestival.org.

Space Burgers

The Moses Lake Lioness Club will open its iconic Space Burger booth for three days. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday at the Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: facebook.com/Spaceburgers.

March 21

Cork wind chime craft

Join Highlighters Art Club of Coulee City for a fun craft. $30 per person. 6-9 p.m. at 504 W. Main St., Coulee City. Info: highlightersartclub@gmail.com.

Line dance lessons

Don’t know how to line dance? This one-hour class will teach you all the basics. Presented by MoonShine Line Dance. $10 per person. All ages are welcome. 5:30 p.m. at Wild Roots Market, 3 W. First Ave., Odessa. Info: moonshinelinedance23@gmail.com.

    Good drinks, good food and good music will fill downtown Moses Lake Saturday at Brews & Tunes.
  

    Aaron Crawford will perform March 20 at Gård Public House.