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BASIN EVENTS: May 8-16

by JOEL MARTIN
Staff Writer | May 8, 2026 3:00 AM

COLUMBIA BASIN — The weather is just about perfect and there are things going on all over the Basin. Here are some options to check out.

May 8-10

‘Dear Evan Hansen’

Basin Community Theatre presents the Tony Award-winning musical. 7:10 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 1:10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Moses Lake High School Theater, 803 E. Sharon Ave. Tickets and info: basincommunitytheatre.com.

May 9

Paint, Sip & Live Music

Paint class led by Brittany Jahns, live music with Stadyc Stromberg and Alysen Hesselroth and more. Tickets $50 and include all paint supplies, two drink tickets and a chance to be entered in a movie night package raffle. 6:30 p.m. at The Showhouse, 130 N. Broadway Ave., Othello. Info: othelloshowhouse.com.

Cinco de Mayo Farmers Market

Fresh produce from the greenhouses, Mother’s Day baskets, forever bouquets, treats and baked goods. Hosted by Little Owl Farms. 9 a.m. at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant, 222 Basin St. SW, Ephrata. Info: littleowlfarms.com.

Barracuda Golf Tournament

Raffles, prizes and a great time. Proceeds benefit Othello Barracudas swim team. 10 a.m. at Sage Hills Golf Course, 10400 Sagehill Road SE, Warden. Info: [email protected].

May 9

St. Rose of Lima Coconut Crawl

Participants run, walk or hula their way through a one-mile or 5K race option. Participants are awarded a finisher lei. Food available from local vendors. 11 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic School, 520 Nat Washington Way, Ephrata. Info: www.saintroseschool.org.

Quincy Public Market Popup and Car Show

Vendors, food and classic vehicles of all kinds. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at 1004 F. St. SE, Quincy. Info: 509-794-3445.

May 14

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. First Ave., Othello. Info: 2-harvest.org.

May 15

Old Time Fiddlers

Musical jam for anyone who wants to play or just enjoy the music. 2-4 p.m. at the Moses Lake Senior Center, 608 E. Third Ave. Info: 509-765-7809.

May 16

Community Bike Repair Event

Bring your bike, get repairs and learn maintenance skills. Basic repairs done free. For ages 5-16. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Othello Christian Church, 915 E. Rainier St. Info: 509-488-2208.

HOSA Color Run

Lace up for a color-filled 5k run. Race kit includes bib, sunglasses, optional T-shirt and take-home color packet. 8 a.m. check-in, 9 a.m. shotgun start at the Grant Elementary/Ephrata High School parking lot.  Info: [email protected].

High Tea at the Garden

Step into an elegant, Regency-inspired afternoon at our High Tea. Enjoy fine teas, sparkling beverages, classic tea-time treats, and a charming mini-bloom bar where you can craft your own petite bouquet to take home along with a keepsake teacup and other sweet treasures. Proceeds support Habitat for Humanity of Greater Moses Lake. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at The Garden Event Center, 605 E Nelson Road, Moses Lake. Info: 509-765-4030.

Community Shred Event

Bring old bills and sensitive documents to be destroyed safely. Sponsored by Windermere Moses  Lake. Four-box maximum. No charge. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Surf ‘n Slide Water Park parking lot, 410 W. Fourth Ave., Moses Lake.

5 Mile Drive

Live bluegrass concert. Adults $5, kids 12 and younger free. There will be a hat-pass for the musicians. Refreshments served by the Georgettes. 3 p.m. at the George Community Hall, 403 W. Montmorency Blvd. Info: www.georgecommunityhall.com.

The Wicked Pickles

Moses Lake cover band featuring a mix of ’80s and classic rock, with a little country, pop, and alternative sprinkled in. 7-11 p.m. at Columbia Basin Eagles Lodge No. 2622, 1517 W. Broadway Ave., Moses Lake. Info: 509-765-3312.

This weekend at the movies:

Fairchild Cinemas: Animal Farm (PG); Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft (PG-13);  Deep Water (R); The Devil Wears Prada 2 (PG-13); Michael (PG-13); Mortal Kombat II (R);  Project Hail Mary (PG-13); The Sheep Detectives (PG); Super Mario Galaxy Movie (PG); The Mummy (R). See www.fairchildcinemas.com for show times.

The Showhouse: The Mummy (R); Mortal Kombat II (R); Animal Farm (PG); The Devil Wears Prada 2 (PG-13); Obsession (R).  See othelloshowhouse.com for show times.

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


    The Quincy Public Market will be the venue for a popup and car show Saturday.