BASIN EVENTS: April 10-18
COLUMBIA BASIN — Crafts, theater, music and more await this week in the Columbia Basin. Here are a few chances to get out and about.
April 10
Viking Drum Fest
Percussion workshop, drumline and concert led by master percussionist John Owens. 6-9 p.m. at Big Bend Community College gym, 7662 Chanute St NE, Moses Lake. Info: 509-793-2222.
April 10-26
‘Around the World in 80 Days’
Masquers Theater presents the Jules Verne classic. Phileas Fogg has agreed to an outrageous wager that puts his fortune and his life at risk. With his resourceful servant Passepartout, Fogg sets out to circle the globe in an unheard-of 80 days. But every step is dogged by a detective who thinks he's a robber on the run. Danger, romance, and comic surprises abound in this whirlwind of a show as five actors portraying 39 characters traverse seven continents. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays at Masquers Theater, 322 Main Ave. E, Soap Lake. Info: www.masquers.com.
April 11
Columbia Basin Chapter Big Game Banquet
Dinner and auction to support Washington Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Doors open 4:30 p.m. at Grant County Fairgrounds 4-H Building, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Tickets and info: bit.ly/CBElkAuction26.
Columbia Basin K-9 Fundraiser Banquet
Dinner, raffles and a good time supporting the hardworking K-9 patrol teams in Columbia Basin law enforcement. 5 p.m. at 814 North Stratford Road, Moses Lake. Info: [email protected].
Party for the Paws Dinner Auction
Proceeds support Adams County Pet Rescue. 5 p.m. at 1961 W. Bench Road, Othello. Info: 509-488-5514.
April 15
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 – tbring your own project and drinks/snacks and hang out with like-minded individuals. 6 p.m. at The Main Event, 116 W. Main Ave., Ritzville. Info: 843-323-2218.
April 16
Mobile Market
Free drive-thru for fresh and nonperishable items. No appointment or paperwork needed – just come by if you need a hand. Limited to 250 families. Provided by Second Harvest Tri-Cities. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Iglesia Metodista Libre "El Jardin" de Quincy, 815 Second Ave. SW. Info: 2-harvest.org.
Bachelors of Broadway
A trio of dashing men, soaring melodies from stage and screen and contemporary three-part vocal harmony. Audiences will hear lush symphonic arrangements of songs from modern and classic musicals. Sponsored by Central Basin Community Concert Association. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., concert starts at 7 p.m. at the Wallenstien Theater, 6989 College Parkway NE, Moses Lake. Tickets and info: communityconcertsml.com.
April 17
Safe Kids, Strong Communities
Free family-friendly event in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month. Pizza, face painting, child safety education and hands-on activities for children of all ages and abilities, as well as prize giveaways. All children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. 3-7 p.m. at Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: 509-764-8402.
April 17-18
‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’
Quincy Valley Allied Arts presents the musical based on the Biblical story of Joseph. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday at Quincy High School Performing Arts Center, 403 Jackrabbit St. NE. Info and tickets: www.quincy-valley-allied-arts.org.
April 17-19
Youth Dynamics 30th Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate 30 years of Christian outreach with three days of fun and fellowship. Alumni night, tours of the building, desserts and comedy by Bob Smiley. 106 E. Third Ave., Moses Lake. Info: 509-855-4095.
April 18
Free Kids Fishing Derby
For ages 0-14. Participants must bring own equipment. Prizes for each age group, plus goody bags for the first 100 participants. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at Coulee City Campground, N. Fourth St. Info: 509-633-3074.
Mechatronics Meltdown
Big Bend Mechatronics Club presents an opportunity for young folks to interact with some of the latest technology, including RC tractor obstacle course, drone tank laser tag, tetro gaming, mini drones, and 3D printers. Free for all ages. 10 a.m. at Big Bend Community College, Building 3700, 7662 Chanute St. NE, Moses Lake. Info: 509-793-2222.
Spring Bingo
Proceeds support Grange activities. Bingo cards $1. Snacks and baked goods available for purchase. 3 p.m. at Moses Lake Grange No. 1151, 14724 Road 3 SE. Info: 509-850-0242.
Music and Wine Straight from the Vine
Live music by Moses Lake saxophonist Doug Coutts. Wine and craft beer available, as well as local meats, cheese and Cornfusion Gourmet Popcorn. 7-9 p.m. at Camas Cove Cellars, 911 Camas Place, Moses Lake. Info: camascovecellars.com or 509-750-4193.
Craft Collective: Custom Doormats
Unleash your inner crafter to relax, connect with others, and get creative making custom doormats. Craft materials available while supplies last. 6-7:30 p.m. at Othello Public Library, 125 E. Hemlock St. Info: 509-488-9683.
This weekend at the movies:
Fairchild Cinemas: A Great Awakening (PG-13); Beast (R); Hoppers (PG); Project Hail Mary (PG-13); Reminders of Him (PG) Scream 7 (R); Super Mario Galaxy Movie (PG); The Drama (R); You, Me and Tuscany (PG-13). See www.fairchildcinemas.com for show times.
The Showhouse: The Mummy (R); Super Mario Galaxy Movie (PG). See showhouse3.wordpress.com for show times.
Ritz Theater: The Bride (R. 7 p.m. Friday, and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. See www.facebook.com/RitzvilleRitz for updates.
The Safe Kids, Strong Communities child abuse prevention event will take place April 17 at the Grant County Fairgrounds.