BASIN EVENTS: July 10-18

COLUMBIA BASIN — Whether you soak up the sun or the air conditioning, there’s something happening to suit you in the Basin this week. Check these out.

July 10

‘Year of the Horse’

Opening reception for equine-themed art exhibition. Meet the artists and enjoy karaoke, cowboy poetry and more. 5-7 p.m. at Up Town Art Gallery, 301 W. Broadway Ave., Ste. A, Moses Lake. Info: https://bit.ly/UpTownGalleryML.

Mark Dubbeld Family in concert

Patriotic and gospel music by a family quartet. Free for all ages. 7 p.m. at Moses Lake Nazarene Church, 422 S. Balsam St. Info: www.moseslakenazarene.org.

July 10-11

Summerfest

Royal City’s community festival features a car show, touch-a-truck, goat tying, food, vendors, a parade and fireworks. 6 p.m. Friday-10 p.m. Saturday at Lions Park, Royal City. Info: www.royalcitysummerfest.org.

QVHS Camelot Quest

Free summer adventures for kids at the Quincy Valley Historical Society and Museum. Medieval merriment with knights, castles, dragons, kings and queens. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at 415 F St. SW, Quincy. Info: 509-787-4685.

July 10-13

American Crown Circus

Step into the big top for a family-friendly circus with music, aerial performances, cotton candy, popcorn, photo fun and a huntrix in the air. K-pop-style attire encouraged but not necessary. 7:30-10:30 at Hund Memorial Park, 101 Government Road, Mattawa. Info: americancrowncircus.com.

July 13

‘Moses Lake: Journey Through Time’ Book Signing

Author Shawn Curtis will sign copies of his book tracing the history of Moses Lake. 1-3 p.m. at the Moses Lake Library, 415 E. Fifth Ave. Info: 509-765-3489.

July 13-16

Extreme Drum Set Camp

Supercharge your drumming at the Extreme Drum Set Camp. Learn drum grooves, fills, tips and tricks to improve your drumming. During the camp, you will be part of a massive drum set circle where you will upgrade your skill and technique through hands-on drumming activities. You will need drumsticks, a drum set (optional) and a desire to groove. For students 11 and older. 12-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday at BBCC Wallenstien Theater, 6989 College Pkwy NE, Moses Lake. Info: www.bigbend.edu.

July 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 – the only limit is what you bring. Bring 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.

July 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 Bethel Assembly of God, 915 S 1st Ave, Othello. Info: 2-harvest.org.

Santa’s Summer Bash

For one unforgettable evening, Santa is swapping snow for sunshine and inviting you to celebrate with food, tropical cocktails, island-inspired music, interactive photo experiences and a few surprises. Hawaiian and resort-casual attire is encouraged. Proceeds support the Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation. 6-8 p.m. at Michael’s Market and Bistro, 221 W.  Broadway, Moses Lake. Info: 509-765-4177.

July 18

Friends of the Moses Lake Library Book Sale

Peruse through gently used books and take home a new treasure for your home library. Proceeds go to help fund library programs. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Moses Lake Public Library, 418 E. Fifth Ave. Info: 509-771-7634.

Ram and Ewe Sale

Buy or sell a wide variety of breeds from some of the top producers in the Northwest. Hosted by Washington State Sheep Producers. 1:30 p.m. at Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Dr NE, Moses Lake. Info: www.wssp.org.

Live music by Yotes

Yotes combines his rich baritone vocals with an energetic delivery, playing a mix of songs from 1950s country, 1980s neo-rockabilly, modern Americana and many genres and eras in between. Old favorites are interspersed with some of his favorite songs by friends and up-and-coming artists he’s met through the years. 6 p.m. at Moses Lake Taproom, 530 W. Valley Road. Info: 509-707-0052.

This weekend at the movies

Fairchild Cinemas: Disclosure Day (PG-13); Evil Dead Burn (R); Minions and Monsters (PG); Moana (PG); Obsession (R); Supergirl (PG-13); Toy Story 5 (PG); Young Washington (PG-13). See www.fairchildcinemas.com for show times.

The Showhouse: Minions and Monsters (PG); Moana (PG).  See othelloshowhouse.com for show times.

Ritz Theater: Pressure (PG-13) 7 p.m. Friday, and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. See www.facebook.com/RitzvilleRitz for updates.

    Singer-songwriter Yotes will perform at Michael’s Market and Bistro in Moses Lake July 18.
  

    The exhibit “Year of the Horse” will open Friday at Up Town Art Gallery in Moses Lake, with a meet-and-greet with the artists as well as karaoke and cowboy poetry.