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Table of contents

Music Festivals Page 22

Family Fun Page x

Hiking & Biking Page 14

Sports Pages 18-21

Museums & Galleries Page 26

Golf Page 62

Farmers Markets Page 24

Day Trips Page 5-13

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Wine Guide Pages 30-37

The Directory Naches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ellensburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Cle Elum/Roslyn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Prosser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Toppenish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Goldendale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Mount Rainier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Swimming Pool Listings . . . . . . . . 17 Yakima Reds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Auto Racing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Yakima Bears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Yakima Valley Warriors . . . . . . . . . 21 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-62 Yakima Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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NACHES

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he Cascade Mountains lie to the west.

Orchards and wineries lie to the east. And smack dab between the two is Naches, a small community known for its home-style cafes and old-fashioned values.

Boasting roughly 750 residents, Naches is found 12 miles west of Yakima along U.S. Highway 12. Signs announcing the availability of fresh produce act as the town’s welcoming committee. And a handful of bed and breakfasts beckon visitors with promises of rural hospitality.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find a haven in the Cascade Mountains and nearby White Pass and Chinook Pass, where there are ample opportunities to hike, watch wildlife and raft the river. Fishing, snowmobiling and

Kyle Young covers his ears during Naches’ Sportsmans’ Day parade.

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The Sportsmans’ Days Celebration from Sept. 10-12 is another community-wide event, where visitors are invited to play games, sing in a lip sync contest and view a fireworks show.

For more information on Naches, go to the Naches Valley Chamber of Commerce website at www.nachesvalleychamber.com/ relocationtonaches.html or call Chamber of Commerce President Randy Juette at 509-653-2165.

— Erin Snelgrove biking are also popular pastimes.

In the heart of town, people can check out Applewood and Cleman’s View park, walk the Greenway path or visit the newly restored Train Depot and Visitor’s Center.

West of Naches, on State

Route 410, is the community of Nile, host of Nile Valley Days.

Held in Sprick Park, the July 1718 event is packed with activities ranging from black-powder demonstrations and kids’ games to live music and horseshoe tournaments.

Did you know?

Shortly after the appointment of its first postmaster, William H. Bennington, the town changed its spelling from “Natchez” to “Naches” in 1906.

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Ellensburg

Rodeo is just the start Jesse Kruse waves to the crowd after the saddle bronc competition at the 2009 Ellensburg Rodeo.

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llensburg is known as a college town and

a rodeo town, descriptions that are true but woefully inadequate considering just what a unique little place it is.

The combined influence of the town’s two primary institutions — Central Washington University (www.cwu.edu) and the Ellensburg Rodeo (www. ellensburgrodeo.com) — far from being reductive, has spawned a sort of cowboy-bohemia that sustains not only the famed Ellensburg Rodeo Posse and its ilk but also a thriving art and nightlife scene.

The former is on full display in Ellensburg’s biggest annual event, the Ellensburg Rodeo and Kittitas County State Fair, which closes the summer in 6

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style starting Sept. 2 and ending Sept. 6. Drawing thousands from around the Northwest, the fair and rodeo practically ooze smalltown Americana and Old West adventure.

The latter is exemplified by Ellensburg’s (population: 17,141) monthly First Friday Art Walk.

Headlined by the city’s flagship arts venue, Gallery One (www. gallery-one.org), 408 N. Pearl St., the art walk allows visitors admission to several local galleries, where they can eat, drink and in many cases meet

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the artists. The work of local arts luminaries, such as the late Dick Elliott and the Ellensburg-based artists of Seattle’s Punch Gallery, has gained notice for its diversity of style as well as its sense of place.

Visual art isn’t all Ellensburg has going for it, either. The new music venue, Raw Space (www. raw-space.net), 119 E. Fourth Ave., has frequent appearances

by Northwest favorites such as The Dusty 45s and Star Anna and the Laughing Dogs. Most shows are only about $5, but they can fill up fast so call first at 509-9332111.

Among Ellensburg’s newer claims to fame is the annual Dachshunds on Parade Festival (www.dachshundsonparade.com), now in its eighth year. The event

includes a dachshund costume contest, the titular parade and all sorts of other fun activities for dachshund lovers.

That’s just a sampling of some of Ellensburg’s many events and offerings. For more information, check in with the Ellensburg Chamber of Commerce, 509-925-2002 or visitellen.com.

— Pat Muir Did You Know?

Ellensburg native John Clymer painted around 80 Saturday Evening Post covers, starting in the years just prior to World War II. Clymer, still regarded as one of the most important painters in the Western art genre, is celebrated at the Clymer Museum of Art, 416 N. Pearl St. (www.clymermuseum.com).

Cle Elum/Roslyn

Mountain towns a mix of old, new

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t’s not Western Washington, with all the hubbub and urban sprawl, and it’s not Eastern Washington, with the 100-degree days and the, um, 105-degree days.

No, the Cle Elum and Roslyn area is its own little unique bit of Washington state. Tucked into the hills of western Kittitas County, the two small towns and the surrounding area provide a welcome getaway for folks from both sides of the Cascades.

Former coal mining towns, Cle Elum (population: 1,918) and Roslyn (pop.: 992) celebrate those roots in a number of ways — the Coal Mines Trail between Cle Elum and nearby Ronald, the Coal Miners Memorial in downtown Roslyn, and the impressive collection of mining

artifacts at the Roslyn Museum, 203 Pennsylvania Ave., (www. roslynmuseum.com) to name a few.

But the area has also come into its own in recent years as home of the Suncadia resort and lodge (www.suncadiaresort. com). Suncadia is practically its own town, with houses, condos and rental homes. That’s not to mention the shops, golfing and two restaurants at the resort, including the elegant Portals, overlooking the Cle Elum River Valley.

For the traveler more interested in an authentic Upper Kittitas County experience, however, the place to go is The Brick (www.myspace. com/thebricksaloon), at 1 Pennsylvania St. in Roslyn.

A classic watering hole and a

good place to grab a burger, The Brick was made famous in the early 1990s by TV’s “Northern Exposure.” In fact, many of that show’s outdoor shots were done in Roslyn, an able stand-in for the show’s fictional Sicily, Alaska.

If you’re looking for more than pub grub, Cle Elum has a pair of longstanding Italian restaurants that can stand up to any in the state. Mama Vallone’s, 302 W. First St., and Lentine’s Italian Restaurant (formerly Spacone’s), 212 W. Railroad St., are both notable for their welcoming atmosphere as well as their topnotch Italian cuisine.

In terms of annual events, the Croatian Picnic in Roslyn Park and the “Northern Exposure”themed Moosefest are always a hoot. This year’s Moosefest in downtown Roslyn will be

Did you know?

More than 30 years before Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball’s color barrier, Roslyn’s Jimmy Claxton became the first black minor leaguer.

In 1916, using the name Chief Yellow Horse and posing as a Native American, Claxton pitched two games for the Oakland Oaks.

particularly special, because it celebrates the 20th anniversary of the show’s premiere. That is set for July 23. The Croatian Picnic, celebrating Roslyn’s cultural heritage is set for July 18.

For more information, visit the Cle Elum-Roslyn Chamber of Commerce at www.cleelumroslyn. org or call 509-674-5958.

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— Pat Muir

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Prosser

Wine is just the start in Prosser

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here’s more to Prosser than wine.

This Lower Valley city of 5,100 is known for its wine tasting. “It does drive the train,� said Jim Milne, executive director of the Prosser Chamber of Commerce.

But the community is also home to a museum, a weekly Did You Know?

Prosser was first platted by Colonel William Farrand Prosser, special agent for the U.S. Department of the Interior. He wanted to name it Prosser Falls, after a spot in the Yakima River, but the U.S. Postal Service asked him to drop the “Falls� from the name.

farmers market, a restored downtown theater, a roller rink, art galleries, fishing and numerous festivals that have nothing to do with fermented grapes.

Try a self-guided walking tour to get your bearings. Pick up a map from the chamber office at 1230 Bennett Ave. and learn about some of the city’s landmarks, including the historic Benton County courthouse.

Anchoring Prosser’s historic downtown is the Princess Theatre (www.theprincesstheatre.com).

The 90-year-old movie and performance house at 1280 Meade Ave. is managed by the Valley Theater Company. It’s used for live dramas, musicals and comedies, while playing a slate of classic movies. Music

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performers hold concerts frequently.

On Saturdays, visit the Prosser Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon on Sommers Avenue in City Park to sample the locally grown fruits and vegetables. It, too, offers live music, as well as pancake breakfasts.

Across the park is the Benton County Historical Museum on Paterson Road. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 2-5 p.m.

Sunday. Kids will appreciate the Christmas toy exhibit.

Prosser is a good place to get outdoors with shady trees and seven public parks open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Crawford Park offers a walking path with good views of the Yakima River

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Festivals include the annual Sportsfest, which features basketball in the downtown city streets, on June 12-13.

The Scottish Fest, including traditional strength and agility games and live music, will be June 20 at Prosser Wine and Food Parks at the east end of town.

The city holds an old-fashioned Fourth of July festival every summer in City Park, while the annual States Day community celebration and parade on Sept. 6 and the Prosser Balloon Rally on Sept. 24 close out the summer.

For more information, check in with the Prosser Chamber of Commerce at 509-786-3177 or www.tourprosser.com.

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op on over to Toppenish — for hops, of course, as well as the convergence of culture — agriculture, multi-culture and viticulture.

The city whose theme is “Where the West Still Lives,� offers museums, historical murals and Native American arts, while serving as a gateway to many of the Valley’s farms, orchards, vineyards and wineries.

Many sights are a short walk around the downtown, including the Northern Pacific Railway Museum, the American Hop Museum and several dozen of the town’s 65 or so Western murals.

For the hungry or thirsty, stop in at the old-fashioned soda fountain at Gibbons Pharmacy, or for a slice of pizza at Cafe Ole or a soda pop at Folklore Foods (www. folklorefoods.com.) Several taco vans and Mexican restaurants and bakeries dot the downtown, and for those who venture a few blocks away, Blue Sky Market on Chehalis Avenue sells piping hot, homemade tortillas.

Stores along the way specialize in Pendleton blankets, Amish furniture and craft items.

To see murals all over town, climb on a horse-drawn wagon for Toppenish Mural Tours. They leave every hour, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mondays through Saturdays, until Sept. 30. Board at the corner of Toppenish and Division streets.

Reservations are recommended; call 509-697-8995.

The Northern Pacific Railway Museum in the downtown rail depot chronicles train lore and offers short caboose rides in the depot yard during special events. (Call 509-865-1911 or visit nprymuseum.org.) Open 10 a.m.

to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays and 12-4 p.m. Sundays, from May through October.

The American Hop Museum, 22 S. B. St., celebrating the major flavoring in beer, is open through Sept. 30. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday (Call 509-865-4677 or go to www.americanhopmuseum.org.).

For a showcase of Native American culture, stop in at the intersection of Highway 97 and Buster Road, where the grand Winter Lodge provides a stately focus to the Yakama Nation Cultural Heritage Center. The museum, which tells the ancient history of Yakamas, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. (Call 509-865-2800 or visit www.yakamamuseum.com.)

The complex includes a movie theater, restaurant, library and gift shop.

Adjacent to the center is an RV park, with teepees for rent, and a pathway for walkers and runners. Or, for those in a betting mood, there’s the Yakama Nation Legends Casino, 580 Fort Road, with gambling games and slot machines. Open daily. (Call 509865-8800 or visit yakamalegends. com.)

For more information, contact the Toppenish Chamber of Commerce, 504 S. Elm St., (509865-3262, www.toppenish.net.)

— Jane Gargas Did You Know?

The name “Toppenish� comes from a word in the Yakama Sahaptin language, “Xuupinish,� which means sloping and spreading. Known as The City of Murals, or Where the West Still Lives, Toppenish was incorporated on April 29, 1907.

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Goldendale

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his rural town south of Yakima presents golden opportunities for star gazers, wine tasters and museum-goers alike.

A 70-mile drive takes visitors through the Yakama Indian Reservation to the basalt cliffs above the scenic Columbia River Gorge.

This is a place with sweeping views, not quite 4,000 residents, limited light pollution, nearby wineries, sculptures Did You Know?

by Auguste The Maryhill Rodin, the Winery & coronation Amphitheater crown of was named “Best Queen Destination Marie of Winery” Romania, last year even a

by Seattle replica of Magazine. It Stonehenge. offers awardThat winning reds interesting as well as an and intimate outdoor unexpected patio, arbor and concert venue combination with magnificent is enough to views of the make folks gorge. wonder: What in the Sam Hill?

The Northwest road-builder and all-around entrepreneur left his mark along the banks of the mighty Columbia, most notably at the Maryhill Museum of Art (www.maryhillmuseum.com), located off Washington Scenic Route 14, south of Goldendale.

Named for his daughter, the mansion-turned-museum opened in 1940 and features permanent exhibits featuring works by the famous French sculptor Rodin, gilt furniture and other items that once belonged 10

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to Romanian royalty, intricate baskets, beadwork and other artifacts of indigenous peoples of North America, and an outdoor sculpture garden, frequented by a flock of bold peacocks.

Four miles east of the museum are the Northwest’s first macadam-asphalt paved roads, built by — you guessed it — Sam Hill. The historic Maryhill Loops roads, a popular site for street luge competitions, are open to the public from 7 a.m. to dusk daily, and admission is free.

Down by the river, Waving Tree Winery and Vineyards (www. wavingtreewinery.com) produces mainly estate wines, including Italian varieties like sangiovese as well as a Rhone-style red, among others.

Nighttime visitors will want to stop at the hilltop Goldendale Observatory Interpretive Center (www.perr.com/gosp.html) to receive tips for backyard stargazing and the chance to test their new skills, looking at stars through a 24.5-inch Cassegrain telescope.

And on the way into or out of town, be sure to stop at the gift shop at St. John the Forerunner Greek Orthodox Monastery (www.stjohnmonastery.org), about 10 miles outside of Goldendale, just off U.S. Highway 97. The women of this monastic community, founded in 1995, support themselves through their handiwork: handmade beeswax candles, incense, religious icons, natural soaps and lotions, and traditional Greek foods and pastries.

For more information about Goldendale, call 509-773-3400 or visit www.goldendalechamber.org.

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Mount Rainier dominates the skyline from the White Pass Ski Area.

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Mount Rainier AN EASY DAY HIKE With an elevation gain of just 500 feet, the popular 3.5-mile Naches Peak Loop trail can be easily navigated by nearly everyone, including intrepid preschoolers and grandparents.

Pack a lunch, bring a camera and apply mosquito repellent, then set out to enjoy wild flowers, scenic lakes and a spectacular view of Mount Rainier.

The trail, which loops around Naches Peak (elev. 6,452 ft.), can have snow up to nine months a year, so plan your trip from August through October for the best conditions.

For the best views, hike the Loop clockwise, starting at the wooden footbridge that crosses over SR 410 near Chinook Pass. Park admission fees aren’t necessary to reach this location and vehicle parking is free at Tipsoo Lake; if you park at Chinook Pass, a Northwest Forest pass is required ($5).

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ith views appreciated by visitors from around the globe, the

stunning skylines of Mount Rainier National Park are certainly worth a day trip, if not a night at Paradise.

The park entrance is little more than an hour’s drive west of Naches, and the historic Paradise Inn and Henry M. Jackson Memorial Visitor Center are about an hour’s drive further.

Entrance fees are $15 per vehicle or $5 per person or motorcycle for a seven-day pass; climbers and campers are subject to additional fees.

The headliner of the 368-square-mile park is, of course, the state’s highest peak, Mount Rainier, an active stratovolcano with an elevation of 14,411 feet. Other featured acts include sprawling glaciers, old-growth forests, subalpine meadows and several visitor centers.

The park boasts opportunities for scenic drives, hiking, bicycling, flyfishing, picnicking, camping and more — including a smoked salmon Sunday brunch (served June 13-Sept. 26) at the recently renovated Paradise Inn, a 1916 lodge

GETTING THERE From Naches, head west on SR 410 to Chinook Pass. Continue under the wooden pedestrian bridge at the entrance to Mount Rainier National Park and park at Tipsoo Lake. The scenic drive takes about 75 minutes from Yakima.

To find the Naches Peak Loop, follow the trail from the Tipsoo picnic area toward Chinook Pass to the Pacific Crest Trail (No. 2000).

Cross the pedestrian bridge over the highway and you’re on your way.

For road and trail conditions, call Mount Rainier National Park at 360-569-2211, or visit the Web site at nps.gov/mora.

listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

For more information about the park, call (360) 569-2211 or visit www.nps.gov/mora. For lodging or dining information, call (360) 569-2275 or visit www.mtrainierguestservices.com.

— Sara Bristol

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Outdoors Cowiche Canyon’s trails are popular with mountain bikers.

Drop a line

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Fishing options abound in Valley If you’ve got the fishing gear and the time, the Yakima Valley certainly has the fish, not to mention more trout-filled ponds, lakes and rivers than you could shake a Need fishing pole at. information on getting a Right here in town, fishing license?

Rotary Lake will be Visit fishhunt. stocked with 12,450 dfw.wa.gov catchable-sized (8- to 12If you’d rather inch) trout and another take advantage 350 lunkers of 14 inches or of a pro’s longer. assistance, you The Interstate 82 Ponds might consider calling a local will be full of rainbow guide. Here are trout, with 3,500 catchable just a few of the fish going into Ponds 1, 2 better-known and 3 this year and nearly local outfits: 17,000 being split between • Triple A Ponds 4 and 6. Up for a Excursions/All little longer drive to get to Around Angling your favorite fishing hole?

(Yakima), 509-594-6223 If so, you should know that some 7,000 catchable • Blue Skies Guide Service rainbow and cutthroat (Yakima) trout will planted at Dog 509-469-2541 Lake and nearly that many • Evening Hatch will go into Lost Lake.

Guide Service Only 38 miles from (Ellensburg) town and on the far 509-962-5959 side of Rimrock Lake • Fairbanks is that popular angling Outfitters destination, Clear Lake, (Yakima) which will be stocked with 509-457-3474 so many catchable trout • Red’s Fly this year — 23,600 — that Shop (Yakima River Canyon), it looks like a misprint.

509-929-1802 If you want to keep up • Rivers with what will be planted Northwest where and when, go to the Guide Service trout-stocking index at the (Selah) Washington Department of 509-697-7125 Fish and Wildlife’s website • Yakima (wdfw.wa.gov/fish/plants/ River Fly Shop index.htm).

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f you’re looking for a good hiking trail without having to travel far from town, Cowiche Canyon, is a great option. It offers an easy six-mile out-and-back on fairly level, good trail that is also popular with mountain bikers who can challenge themselves on the property’s upland trails.

Another good close-to-town trail is the Umtanum Canyon trail, which takes off to the west across the Yakima River from a Bureau of Land Management recreation day-use site in the Yakima River Canyon.

Be prepared, though — not only does the trail snake around, but in the hot summer months you might also find lots of snakes around, specifically the rattling variety.

If you’re willing to burn those thighs a bit, you might also hike or bike up the Skyline Trail to give yourself sprawling views of the Yakima River Canyon that you won’t see from below. You might see bighorn sheep and elk, plus hawks and eagles aplenty. But that uphill stretch at the start will definitely make you earn those views.

If, on the other hand, you’d rather get your views while saving your legs for something else — dancing, anyone? — you can head out past Naches to the “Y” of Highway 12 and State Route 410 and take the left.

Across from the Oak Creek Wildlife Area headquarters, cross the Tieton River and follow the Tieton River Nature Trail for views of woodpeckers and possibly a golden eagle or two.

Aside from these close-to-home gems, most of the prime mountain-biking trails require a bit more of a drive.

The White Pass Ski Area’s cross-country

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trail circuit in summertime makes for a wide variety of easy-to-intermediate cycling, and trail destinations closer to town along that same Highway 12 corridor include the Divide Ridge trail system southeast of Rimrock Lake, Russell Ridge north of the Indian Creek campground and Goose Egg’s easy route along the Tieton River.

On the Chinook Pass side, the Little Ball Trail follows an ambitious, lots-of-uphill route from the Halfway Flat Campground to some sensational views. There’s also the West Quartz and San Creek trails out of the Crow Creek Campground, as well as the Raven’s Roost climb for more advanced riders.

Not up for that kind of long drive or that kind of hard work once you get there?

Stick to the Yakima Greenway, where your hike is a pleasant walk on a paved trail and sitting on your bicycle seat won’t mean a lot of bouncing around.

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Family Fun

Get out and play

Paige Faulk “stings” Pat Hurst of Allied Arts with her bumble bee during Allied Arts Van’s “Bug On A Stick” project at Kissel Park.

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We’ve got movies in the parks, bumper boats and a splashy Summer Reading Program. You can even earn prizes for playing outside.

Back for its second year, Kiddin’ Around is a summer program headed by the Yakima Greenway in partnership with other sports organizations that’s designed to encourage fitness through outdoor play. Earn prizes for playing tennis or swimming, or even walking a dog.

Kids (and adults) also can earn prizes for reading through the Yakima Valley Regional Library’s annual Summer Reading Program. This summer’s theme for children is “Make a Splash” and teens will have their own activities under the theme “Make Waves at Your Library.”

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Where to find it • Kiddin’ Around/Yakima Greenway: 509-453-8280. www. yakimagreenway.org • Yakima Valley Regional Libraries: Downtown Yakima Library, 509-452-8541. www.yvl.org • Allied Arts: 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 509-966-0930. www.alliedartsyakima.org • Franklin Park: 21st Avenue and Tieton Drive, Yakima.

• Yakima Valley Museum: 2105 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509248-0747. Soda Fountain: 509457-9010. www.yakimavalleymuseum.org

Visit your local branch or www. yvl.org for a calendar of special water-themed events.

Allied Arts is another great resource for families seeking inexpensive summertime fun.

The nonprofit arts group offers classes, day camps and Outdoor Summer Cinema, free movies in the park on weekend evenings in July and August.

Kids ages 5-12 are invited to make free drop-in craft projects with the ArtsVan, which stops at

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• Boulder Cave: Off State Route 410, 32 miles west of Naches. Parking fee: $5. Naches Ranger District: 509-653-2205.

• Meadowbrook Family Fun Center: 72nd Avenue and Nob Hill Boulevard, Yakima: 509-9663836. www.yakimafamilyfun.com • Nob Hill Bowling Center: 3807 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-966-1070.

two different parks each weekday, June 14-July 30 (through Aug. 6 in Toppenish); find the schedule at www.alliedartsyakima.org.

The ArtsVan also makes evening stops in Tieton and Yakima’s Franklin Park, where families can pack a picnic and enjoy live music during the Thursday evening Summer Sunset Concerts, July 8-Aug. 13.

Share a banana split at the old-fashioned soda fountain right next door. The Museum Soda

Fountain is located below the Yakima Valley Museum, a kidfriendly house of history. Don’t miss the hands-on Children’s Underground.

Need to stretch your legs?

Hardy preschoolers can make the easy, less-than-two-mile hike to Boulder Cave. (You can also make the trip with a jogging stroller.) Bring flashlights, good shoes and expect to get a little wet. The cave is part of a day use park and popular picnic area 32 miles west of Naches; find a good description and directions at www.nachesvalleychamber.com.

Young thrill seekers might also enjoy the bumper boats, gocart races and other attractions at Yakima’s Meadowbrook Family Fun Center. If bumper bowling better suits your style, it’s available on all 16 lanes (with air conditioning) at Nob Hill Bowling.

For more family fun, pick up a free copy of Playdate magazine on local newsstands, or check out the calendar at www.playdateyakima. com.

— Sara Bristol

Family Fun

Washington State Gourd Society presents their 1st annual

Northwest Gourd Festival

Angel Morales swims at the Grandview Pool ANDY SAWYER/Yakima Herald-Republic file

“Celebrating Nature’s Canvas”

17 & 18 July 2010 - Moses Lake, WA Grant County Fairgrounds

See the best Gourd Art in the World

Teachers, Artist and Vendors from across the United States, Live Entertainment and so much more!

POOL LISTINGS Don’t forget Yakima’s two water playgrounds Featuring interactive spray toys with hand-activated buttons, the playgrounds are free (but you might want to bring a couple bucks in case an ice cream vendor passes by).

The playgrounds are at Martin Luther King Park (Eighth Street and East Beech) and Miller Park (North Fourth and “E” streets).

If the water’s not running when you get there, just press the button on the red post.

Zillah: In Loges Park on Railroad Avenue, schedule information unavailable; For details, Call: 509-8295151.

Yakima Franklin Pool: 2101 Tieton Drive; 509-575-6035. Open daily June 11 through Aug. 28. Outdoor pool with a water slide and wading pool. Free admission 1-4 p.m. July 17. See “Jaws” at 8:30 p.m. Aug. 14. Dog swim on Aug. 29.

Gymnastics Plus: 2121 W. Lincoln Ave.; 509-453-8126. Outdoor pool, heated to 88 degrees. Open swim 12-2 p.m. weekdays in summer.

Lions Pool: 509 W. Pine St.; 509575-6046. Indoor pool, open yearround.

Yakima Athletic Club: 2501 Racquet Lane; 509-453-6521. Indoor/ outdoor pool, open year-round.

Yakima Family YMCA: 5 N. Naches Ave.; 509-248-1202. Indoor pool, open year-round.

— Sara Bristol

Classes begin on Thursday, July 15 and will run through the 18th.

These classes are for everyone, every level! Pre-registration is required and a complete list

along with sign-up instructions is on our festival website.

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NorthwestGourdFestival.html The classes will sell out quickly so don’t hesitate! Sign up today!

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Need to cool off? Take a dip at one of the Valley’s many swimming pools.

For information about swim lesson, recreational swims and special activities, call your local pool: Ellensburg: 815 E. Sixth St.; 509962-7210. Indoor pool with slide and diving board, open year-round. Separate wading pool, hot tub, sauna.

Grandview: 601 W. Second St.; 509-882-3162. Outdoor pool with diving boards, open Monday through Saturday June 11 until Aug. 5.

Moxee: 306 S. Iler St.; 509-2488067. Outdoor pool, open Monday through Saturday June 16 until Aug. 28.

Naches: In Applewood Park, 105 W. Fourth St.; 509-653-2353.

Outdoor pool, open daily June 10 through Aug. 24. Zero-depth area gradually increases to 3.5 feet.

Prosser: In Miller Park on Kinney Way; 509-786-2332. Outdoor pool, open daily beginning June 4; closing date not available.

Selah: 214 S. Third St.; 509-6987306. Open daily June 11 through Aug. 15; no evening open swim on June 15, 22, 29 and July 1, 8, 15, 27. Outdoor pool with wading pool in a separate area, great for younger kids.

Sunnyside: In Central Park on Fourth Street between Grant and Edison; 509-839-2220. Outdoor pool, open daily beginning June 12; closing date not available.

Toppenish: 28 Asotin Ave.; 509865-2220. Outdoor pool, open Monday through Saturday, June 18 until Aug. 28. Pool closed some Tuesday and Thursday evenings for swim meets.

Wapato: For details, call: 509877-2334.

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Sports

The Reds play their home games at Marquette Stadium.

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Reds bring world’s game to Yakima

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are in their 16th season as a member of the United Soccer League’s Premier Development League.

The PDL offers players a chance to play in a professional environment without losing their college eligibility.

The Reds play in the nine-team Northwest Division against teams from Seattle, Tacoma, Portland, Spokane and Bremerton; along with Vancouver, Victoria and Abbotsford in British Columbia.

Yakima’s home field is Marquette Stadium, 5400 W. Chestnut Drive.

General admission tickets are $5, children under age 6 are free.

For more information, visit www.yakimareds.com

— Marcus Michelson

Yakima Reds REMAINING Home Schedule June 26 — Tacoma july 3 — Spokane 15 — Vancouver 17 — Abbotsford 24 — Washington (Seattle) 18

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Model Challenge Series with a total purse of $30,000 and the 23rd annual Fall Classic in October highlight the 2010 season of racing at historic Yakima Speedway.

Located just off I-82 northwest of the Central Washington State Fairgrounds, the half-mile paved oval has hosted racing for 74 years, the YAKIMA SPEEDWAY Where: 1600 Pacific Ave., Yakima.

Track information: 509-248-0647 or www.yakimaspeedway.us Remaining schedule June 5: Super Late Models, Pure Stocks, Hornets, Youth Hornets, Bump to Pass.

June 12: NW Pro 4 Alliance, Super Streets, Outlaw Compacts, Hornets, Bump to Pass.

June 19: Super Late Models, Sportsman, Pure Stocks, Youth Hornets, Bump to Pass.

July 3: Washington Street Stock Challenge, Hornet Challenge.

July 4: Annual Demo Derby, Small Car Demo Derby.

July 10: Mid-Season Championship: Super Late Models, Sportsman, Pure Stocks, Hornets, Youth Hornets, Bump to Pass.

July 24: Super Late Models, Super Streets, Pure Stocks, Hornets, Bump to Pass.

July 31: Super Streets, Sportsman, Hornets, Youth Hornets, Bump to Pass.

Aug. 7: Northwest Outlaw Street

From stock cars to dirt tracks to drag racing, it’s all available in the Yakima Valley.

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last 45 under the ownership and direction of Ted Pollock and his family.

In addition to stock-car racing at Yakima Speedway, the region also hosts dirt-track racing at State Fair Raceway and drag racing at Renegade Raceway in Wapato.

The Late Model Challenge Series at the Yakima Speedway spans a 10-race season through the summer and culminating with the season championship on Sept. 18.

The Fall Classic is the final event of the season for the entire Northwest and pulls in 150 racing teams from Canada to California on Oct. 2-3.

The Yakima Speedway hosts

racing in various classes on weekends from April to October.

State Fair Raceway is home to a 3/8-mile banked clay oval at the Central Washington State Fairgrounds. Local racing in five classes runs through the summer and ends with the track’s premier event, the American Sprint Car Series Northwest finals during the Central Washington State Fair in September.

Renegade Raceway’s season schedule includes full-weekend events — its Street Legal Drags on Saturdays and Summit Series on Sundays. The season runs through mid-September.

Stocks, Super Late Models, Sportsman, Pure Stocks, Hornets, Youth Hornets, Bump to Pass.

Aug. 14: Open Wheel Extravaganza: Cast Iron Nationals 360 Sprint Cars, Vintage Modifieds, Washington Midgets, West Coast Vintage Racers.

Aug. 21: Super Late Models, Super Streets, Sportsman, Youth Hornets, Bump to Pass.

Sept. 4-5: Super Late Models.

Sept. 11: Super Late Models, Bump to Pass. Season Championships for Sportsman, Pure Stocks, Hornets.

Sept. 18: Season Championships for Super Late Models, Super Streets, Youth Hornets, Bump to Pass.

Oct. 2-3: 23rd Fall Classic.

June 12: Summit Series 5.

June 25: Street Legal Drags 6.

June 26: Summit Series 6.

July 16: Street Legal Drags 7.

July 17: Funny Car Burnout, Summit Series 7.

July 30: Street Rod, Muscle Cars, Super Pro. July 31: Summit Series 8.

Aug. 20: Street Legal Drags Final.

Aug. 21: Summit Series Final.

Sept. 18: Volks Fest.

Sept. 19: TBA.

RENEGADE RACEWAY Where: 1395 No. Track Road, Wapato.

Track information: 509-877-4621 or www.renegaderaceway.com Remaining schedule June 4: Street Legal Drags 4.

June 5: Summit Series 4.

June 11: Street Legal Drags 5.

— Scott Spruill

STATE FAIR RACEWAY Where: Central Washington State Fairgrounds.

Track information: www.yakimaraceway.com Remaining schedule Local racing dates: May 28, June 5, June 19, June 25-26, July 10, July 24, Aug. 14, Aug. 21, Aug. 28, Sept. 10-11.

ASCS Northwest championship finals, Sept. 24-25.

Racing classes: Super Stocks, Sportsman, Pure Stocks, Hornets, Bump to Pass.

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Sports The Yakima Bears play their home games at Yakima County Stadium.

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Bears will begin the 21st season of their modern era on June 18 — their first season-opening game at home in recent memory.

Yakima, a short-season, Class A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, will play a 76game season that concludes Sept.

5, with 38 home dates at Yakima County Stadium, which seats 2,654 fans.

While the players won’t be 20

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Yakima Bears Home Schedule June 18-20 — Boise Hawks 26-30 — Vancouver Canadians July 4-6 — Tri-City Dust Devils 13-17 — Everett AquaSox 24-26 — Boise Hawks August 2-6 — Eugene Emeralds 11-13 — Spokane Indians 20-24 — Salem-Keizer Volcanoes 25-27 — Spokane Indians 31 — Tri-City Dust Devils September 1-2 — Tri-City Dust Devils

known until after the free agent draft in June, manager Bob

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Didier will return for his third season in Yakima — the longest tenure of any Bears skipper since Joe Vavra guided the team from 1991-92 and 1994-97.

The first professional baseball team played in Yakima in 1921.

Paul Konerko, Ted Lilly, Shane Victorino, Dan Uggla and Mark Reynolds are just a few of the notable players to play here.

All home games start at 7:05 p.m. with the exception of five Sunday contests in which the first pitch is scheduled for 5:35.

Ticket prices start at $5.50 for general admission for children 12 and younger, seniors 60 and older and military personnel. Adult general admission costs $6.50, bleacher back seats are $8 and box seats cost $9.50.

Advanced purchases reduce each ticket by $1.

Among the special events scheduled for this season will be seven postgame fireworks shows including one following the Bears’ July 4 home game with Tri-City.

There will also be four Thirsty Thursdays, which will feature discount beer prices.

And on July 17, a Mark Reynolds bobblehead will be given to the first 750 fans.

Reynolds, who played in Yakima during the 2004 season, hit 44 home runs last season for the Diamondbacks.

For more information, call 509-457-5151 or visit www. yakimabears.com.

— Roger Underwood

Sports

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Yakima Valley is a usually time to get outdoors and enjoy the spectacular weather, but there is at least one activity where staying inside is also plenty entertaining.

The Yakima Valley Warriors indoor football team is completing its inaugural season in the American Indoor Football Association with five more games, including the final two at home in the Yakima Valley SunDome.

The Warriors play three straight road games starting May

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The AIFA features 8-on-8 football that is high scoring and fast paced.

That is particularly true for Yakima Valley, which has been one of the leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s higher-scoring teams through the first 11/2 months of the season.

The Warriors averaged 47.8 points through their first four games, ranking sixth among the leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 13 teams.

The top three teams in both the

West and East divisions advance to the playoffs, with the second- and third-place finishers meeting, with the winner facing the top seed in the conference finals.

Yakima Valley is battling San Jose, Wenatchee Valley, Wyoming, Wasilla (Alaska) and Ogden (Utah) for one of those top three spots in the West Division.

Single-game tickets in the SunDome, which seats about 4,500 for football, cost $51, $26, $20, $17 and $12, with discounts for seniors (age 62 and over), kids ages 3-12, and active military personnel with ID. Tickets can be purchased by calling 1-800-325-7328 or going online at ticketswest.rdln.com.

For more information, call 509-249-1110 or visit www. yakimavalleywarriors.com.

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Getting in tune Tracy Spring performs during the 2009 Yakima Folklife Festival.

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usic fans have plenty to choose from this summer in the Yakima Valley.

In addition to the star-studded lineups at the nearby Gorge Amphitheatre and Maryhill Winery Amphitheatre, the Valley has a full summer of picnic concerts in the park and festivals dedicated to specific genres like jazz and folk. These are a few of the must-see local events for music fans.

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Concerts in the Park The Yakima Valley Community Band includes teenagers, retirees and players of all ages in between. Its mix of jazz, classical and contemporary tunes has entertained locals since 1919.

The band’s Concerts in the Park series runs from July 7 to Aug. 12. Shows are at Randall Park in Yakima July 7, 14, 21 and 28, and Aug. 4 and 11. There are also concerts at Railroad Park in Toppenish on July 15 and Aug. 12 and Wixson Park in Selah on Aug. 5.

All of the shows are free and begin at 7 p.m.

For more information, visit www.yakimacommunityband.org or call Gary Peterson at 509961-2115.

Bloom on July 22, Palm on July 29, Alice Stuart and the Formerlys on Aug. 5 and Stephen Ashbrook on Aug. 12. The shows are free and go from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call the Yakima Parks and Recreation Department at 509-575-6020.

Summer Sunset Concert Series Dedicated to bringing top regional acts to Yakima’s Franklin Park, the Summer Sunset Concert Series kicks off this year on July 8 with alternative rockers Black Biscuit. The rest of the lineup is KC Jazz on July 15, Camille

Jazz in the Valley Ellensburg is a college town and a rodeo town. From July 30 to Aug. 1, it’s also a jazz town. Jazz in the Valley, now in its 13th year, has grown into Central Washington’s premier jazz and blues event, with top players booked

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Yakima Folklife Festival This free celebration of musical eclecticism marks its 28th year this July 9-11 with another typically stellar lineup of free entertainment. The festival mostly takes place on several stages at Franklin Park and the Yakima Valley Museum. But some of the best shows are saved for venues throughout downtown Yakima. For more information, visit www.yakimafolklife.com

from throughout the Northwest. Tickets, including the $35 full-festival pass, are available from the Ellensburg Chamber of Commerce, 509-925-3137. For more information, visit www.jazzinthevalley.com.

Moxee Hop Festival This event is known as much for its “deluxe beer garden” as its top-notch entertainment.

It’s a great way to beat the heat Aug. 6 and 7 and it’s free. For more information, visit www. moxeehopfestival.org.

A Case of the Blues and All That Jazz This Yakima Greenway fundraiser, set for Aug. 21, is known as one of the wildest nights of the summer in Yakima. This year’s lineup, including Seattle swing-rockers The Dusty 45s, promises more of the same. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $40. For information, call 509-453-8280 or visit www.yakimagreenway.org/blues.

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arm-fresh produce is never far away here in the Yakima Valley, where agriculture has long been the mainstay of the local economy.

The area is best known for apples — and, yes, we’ve got apples — but the region also produces the largest variety of crops in the Pacific Northwest.

Along with winery tours, locals and tourists alike will enjoy shopping at the Valley’s many produce stands and farmers markets, where the sweet corn was likely picked fresh from the field just hours before heading to market.

Of course, there’s no fresher produce than that which you’ve picked yourself. The Valley’s numerous U-pick farms allow customers to gather warm tomatoes, just-ripened blueberries and bouquets of lavender straight from the fields.

At some farms, families are welcome to enjoy a picnic, take a walk through the orchard or visit with the farm animals.

Some vendors accept checks or debit/credit cards, but you can’t go wrong with cash.

Also, when visiting U-pick farms, bring your own containers and wear appropriate clothes, including good shoes (no flip-flops) and a hat.

No pets. And when it’s hot, don’t forget to pick early.

— Sara Bristol

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Nathalyn Dagdagan bags up peas at her family farm’s produce stand at the Yakima Farmers Market.

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Fruit Stands/Farmers Markets PRODUCE STANDS/ U-PICK DESTINATIONS • Bella Terra Gardens, 660 Bella Terra Road, Zillah; 509-8654554. Farm fresh eggs and herb garden. Organic and naturally grown vegetables and berries sold from historic barn, or U-pick. See the farm animals. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursdays-Saturdays through October.

• Bouchey Potatoes, 2310 Evans Road, Wapato; 509-8482061. Step into the cold storage room to pick your potatoes at this self-service spud shop. Many varieties. Open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, July through November.

• Dagdagan Farm & Produce, 4640 Lateral A, Wapato; 509-8772727. Farm stand features a variety of local and imported produce, open daily through October. U-pick tomatoes and peppers, late August until the first freeze.

• Harmony Hill U-Pick, 141 Harmony Lane, Yakima; www.harmonyhillupick.com; 509-965-3262.

U-pick raspberries and lavender. Open daily, late July through September.

• Imperial’s Garden, 2701 Lateral A, Wapato; 509-877-2766.

Produce stand and U-pick featuring green beans, beets, tomatoes, peppers, corn, cucumbers, watermelon and cantaloupe.

• Johnson Orchards, 4906 Summitview Ave., Yakima; www. johnsonorchardsfruit.com; 509-9667479. Cherries, apricots, peaches and other tree fruit sold from 1916 warehouse. Open daily, beginning mid-June. U-pick cherries.

• Naches Blueberry Farm, 8092 Old Naches Highway; www. nachesblueberryfarm.com; 509653-1607. U-pick blueberries. Open Wednesday through Friday evenings, and Saturday mornings; season begins around July 1 and lasts about four weeks.

• Thompson’s Farm Market, 9550 Highway 12, Naches; www. thompsonsfarm.com; 509-9493450. Select local produce, gourmet foods, gifts, local microbrews and Upper Valley wines. Open daily, June through October. U-pick cherries, peaches, apples and pumpkins available weekends in season and by appointment at Thompson’s Farm, 9535 Old Naches Highway, Naches.

• Washington Fruit Place at Barrett Orchards, 1209 Pecks Canyon Road, Yakima; www. treeripened.com; 509-966-1275.

Year-round gift shop features in-season tree fruits. Cherry Days festival on July 3. U-pick cherries, late June through mid-July.

• Yakima U-Pick Farm, 11901 Zier Road, Yakima; www.yakimaberries.com; 509-945-5406. Fruit stand and U-pick raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, apples, pears and pumpkins. Open daily, July 1 through October.

FARMERS MARKETS Kittitas County Farmers Market — 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 30. On Fourth Avenue, between Pearl and Pine streets, in downtown Ellensburg. 509-8993870, www.kcfarmersmarket.com.

Prosser Farmers Market — 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays through Oct. 30. In the Prosser City Park, Seventh Street and Sommers Avenue. 509786-9174, www.prosserfarmersmarket.com.

Goldendale Farmers Market — 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Simcoe Street and Roosevelt Drive near U.S. Highway 97. 509-773-3400 or 509773-7030, www.goldendalechamber. org.

Yakima Farmers Market — 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 31. In front of the Capitol Theatre, 19 S. Third St. 509-457-5765, www. yakimafarmersmarket.org.

• Quality Nursery, 303 Dalton Lane, Zillah; www.grapeplants.net; 509-829-3326. Wine grapes, juice grapes and table grapes; from the stand or U-pick.

Sunnyside Farmers Market — 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays through October 13. In the parking lot of the Sunnyside Mini Mall, 214 S. Sixth Street. 509-830-5209.

• Selah Ridge Lavender Farm, 330 Rankin Road, Selah; www.selahridgelavenderfarm.com; 509-930-2910. Lavender Harvest Days event with vendors and music, July 9-11. U-pick lavender by appointment.

Selah’s Wednesday Market — Starts June 16. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesdays through Sept. 29.

Behind King’s Row Drive-In at 210 S. First St. 509-480-2844 or 509-9618672. Information: selahswednesdaymarket@gmail.com.

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MUSEUMS • The YAKIMA VALLEY MUSEUM features exhibits on the Yakima Valley’s history, culture and development, plus special exhibitions.

Permanent museum exhibits include a collection of horse-drawn vehicles, a reconstruction of the Washington, D.C., office of former Yakima resident Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas, a working replica of a late1930s art deco soda fountain and The Children’s Underground.

Go: 2105 Tieton Drive, Yakima Info: 509-248-0747, www.yakimavalleymuseum.org.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays.

Summer soda fountain hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays.

Museum admission: $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, free for children 5 and younger.

• The YAKIMA ELECTRIC RAILWAY MUSEUM is a 103-year-old streetcar railway, carbarn and powerhouse with displays of original equipment, streetcars, and locomotives. Trolley rides and charters are available.

Go: Corner of Pine Street and South Third Avenue.

Info: 509-452-7963, www.yakimavalleytrolleys.org Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturdays, Sundays and holidays throughout the summer. Trolley rides every hour.

Admission: free, donations welcome; trolley rides $4 for adults, $3 for seniors and children, free for children on laps. Fares are cash-only.

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here’s plenty to see any time you go to the Yakima Valley Museum — the stunning collection of neon signs, the array of American Indian items, the “Pioneer Cabin” exhibit detailing life for local settlers in the 19th century.

• Horace M. Gilbert purchased 20 acres of sagebrush in 1897 where the H.M. GILBERT HOMEPLACE, a Victorian house, was constructed a year later. It was donated to the Yakima Valley Museum in 1982, and is on the National Register of Historic Places. It contains period furniture and is opened for special occasions throughout the year. Visitors can also arrange a tour of the house by contacting the museum.

Go: 2109 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima Info: 509-248-0747, www.yakimavalleymuseum.org Hours: By appointment, call the Yakima Valley Museum.

Admission: $2.50.

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Yakima Valley Museum is located in Franklin Park on Tieton Drive.

But this summer is also notable for a pair of stellar temporary exhibits. The first, “Women’s Votes, Women’s Voices,” opened in February and is nearing the end of its run. This collection of artifacts and ephemera celebrating Washington’s women’s suffrage centennial, has won praise from historians statewide and is definitely worth seeing if you get a chance before it closes June 20.

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On July 9, the museum, 2105 Tieton Drive, debuts the “Bicycle Electric” exhibit, a touring collection of velocipede portraits on loan from the Adventure Cycling Association.

That show lasts until Oct. 24.

To close the summer, the Yakima Valley Museum plays host to The Skewered Apple BBQ Championship on Sept. 11 and 12. Sponsored by Tree Top, the event will feature live music,

cooking demonstrations, a beer and wine garden and, of course, all sorts of barbecue.

That should be the perfect complement to another of the museum’s main attractions, its working soda fountain. The replica of a 1930s ice cream parlor is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The rest of the museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors and $12 for families. Children under 5 are free. For more information, call 509-248-0747.

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Museums/Galleries â&#x20AC;˘ Considered a living museum and botanical garden, the YAKIMA AREA ARBORETUM has more than 2,000 specimens that thrive on the arboretumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 46 acres of land adjoining the Yakima River.

Go: 1401 Arboretum Drive, Yakima Info: 509-248-7337, www.ahtrees.org.

Hours: Dawn to dusk. The Jewett Visitor Center is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.

Admission: Free, donations welcome. â&#x20AC;˘ The MCALLISTER MUSEUM OF AVIATION is on the site of the McAllister Flying Service, opened in 1926 by brothers Charlie and Alister McAllister. Charlie McAllister offered flying lessons there nearly 70 years.

After his death at 95, the school was transformed into a museum.

The museum includes a library, a B-17 engine, model airplanes, photographs chronicling early Northwest aviation and displays showcasing local military pilots as well as local astronauts Bonnie Dunbar and Dick Scobee.

Go: 2008 S. 16th Ave., Yakima Info: 509-457-4933, www.mcallistermuseum.org.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thurs-

days and Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Admission: Free, donations welcome. â&#x20AC;˘ The CENTRAL WASHINGTON AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM contains a diverse collection of old farm equipment inside covered buildings and in outdoor displays.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Central Washington Antique Farm Expo and Power Show will be Aug. 21-22, featuring displays of old tractors and machines used on the local farms over the years.

Along with the display of power, there will be vendors and live music and a parade.

Go: 4508 Main St., Union Gap Info: 509-457-8735, www.centralwaagmuseum.org Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays and 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays; walk-through visitors welcomed during daylight hours. Call ahead for tours.

Admission: Free, donations welcome. Admission to the Antique Farm Expo is $5. â&#x20AC;˘ The NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY MUSEUM is housed in the former Toppenish railroad depot built by the Northern Pacific Railway in 1911. For 50 years, it served as the

transportation center of the community. The museum features displays of rolling stock, railroad memorabilia, a steam locomotive and several old boxcars.

Go: In the old train station at 10 Asotin Ave., Toppenish Info: 509-865-1911, www.nprymuseum.org.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays, through October.

Admission: $5 for adults and $3 for children 17 and under. â&#x20AC;˘ The YAKAMA NATION CULTURAL CENTER is constructed in the traditional architecture of a Native American winter lodge. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home to a tribal museum, gift shop, library, restaurant and theater. The centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s anniversary will be celebrated June 4 with free admission to the museum as well as a parade and activities on the grounds.

Go: Highway 97 and Buster Road, Toppenish Info: 509-865-2800, Ext. 1, www.yakamamuseum.com.

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Museum admission: $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, $1 for children 10 and under, $12 for families and free for enrolled Yakama members.

Theater admission: $5 for adults and $4 for students and seniors. â&#x20AC;˘ The AMERICAN HOP MUSEUM celebrates the Yakima Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s status as the main hop-producing region in the country. It features hop equipment, antique machinery, tools, baskets and other memorabilia that tell the story of the industry over the past 200 years. These artifacts are arranged in seasonal order, starting with spring planting and ending with fall harvest.

Go: 22 S. B St., Toppenish Info: 509-865-4677, www.americanhopmuseum.org.

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Museums/Galleries â&#x20AC;˘ The SUNNYSIDE MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION showcases farm tools, fossils, historical photographs of pioneers, an old-fashioned player piano and Miss Sunnyside memorabilia. The museum also houses a permanent display on astronaut Bonnie Dunbar, an Outlook native.

Across the street at Sunnysideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Central Park, visitors will find BEN SNIPES CABIN, which was built in 1859 on the banks of the Yakima River and moved to the park in 1953. The primitive dwelling is reportedly the earliest white personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home in the Yakima Valley. One of the Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first cattlemen, Snipes came to the Yakima Valley from The Dalles, Ore. Go: At Fourth Street and Grant Avenue, Sunnyside Info: 509-837-6010.

Hours: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays.

Admission: Free, donations welcome. â&#x20AC;˘ The RAY E. POWELL MUSEUM contains a vintage 1900 Kiblinger car, one of only two known to still exist, as well as displays of relics from the Civil War, the SpanishAmerican war, World Wars I and II.

A gun display contains one of the first German double-barreled, breech loading shotguns. Other displays contain period and pioneer items from Grandview and photographs of old barns and barn memorabilia.

Go: 313 S. Division St., Grandview Info: 509-882-9238.

Hours: open by appointment only.

To arrange a tour call the Grandview Parks and Recreation Department at 509-882-9219. â&#x20AC;˘ The BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM features a collection of vintage clothing, homestead-era replicas and artifacts â&#x20AC;&#x201D; visitors can even play an 1867 Chickering Square grand piano. Exhibits include a display on the history of wineries, a stainless steel soda fountain, a quilting display and a collection of 37 hand-carved, large wooden model cars.

Go: At Seventh Street and Paterson Road, Prosser Info: 509-786-3842.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, noon to 3 p.m.

Sundays.

Admission: $3 adults, $1 for children under 18. â&#x20AC;˘ FORT SIMCOE STATE PARK, about 45 minutes south of Yakima,

is a 200-acre, day-use heritage park located on the Yakama Nation Reservation that contains the bestpreserved frontier military post in the Northwest. Five original buildings are still standing at the fort and various other buildings have been re-created to appear original. Houses are filled with period furnishings.

Go: South of Yakima at the end of State Route 220 (Fort Road), White Swan Info: 509-874-2372, www.parks.wa.gov.

Hours: 6:30 a.m. to dusk daily through Sept. 28; interpretative center and historical buildings open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays.

Admission: Guided tours are available for a fee. â&#x20AC;˘ The small town of Bickleton is known for its bluebirds, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also home to the BICKLETON CAROUSEL MUSEUM, which features rare handcarved wooden Herschell-Spillman carousel horses and historical displays of the area.

Go: On the main street of Bickleton Info: 509-896-2007, www.carousel.bickleton.org Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, noon to 4

p.m. Sundays through Oct. 12.

Admission: $4 for adults, $1 for children under 12. â&#x20AC;˘ Entrepreneur Sam Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s castlelike MARYHILL MUSEUM OF ART overlooks the Columbia River Gorge and features, among other permanent collections, an internationally recognized collection of sculptures and watercolors by French master Auguste Rodin.

Celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, the museum will exhibit works from its permanent collection in its free sculpture garden throughout the summer. Also, among other highlights, there will be a William Morris glass-art exhibit from June 12 to Sept. 6.

Go: 35 Maryhill Museum Drive, Goldendale Info: 509-773-3733, www.maryhillmuseum.org Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, March 15 through Nov. 15.

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The telescope offers views of deep space, nebulae, star clusters and galaxies.

Go: 1602 Observatory Drive, Goldendale Info: 509-773-3141, www.perr. com/gosp.html.

Hours: 2 to 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight Wednesdays through Sundays through Sept. 30. Guided programs begin at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Admission: Free, donations welcome.

• Ellensburg’s CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY MUSEUM offers hands-on fun for kids and includes an art, science and sports room, play kitchen, stage and reading nook.

Go: 400 N. Main, Ellensburg Info: 509-925-6789, www.childrensactivitymuseum.org Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays, noon to 7 p.m. Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Admission: $4.25 per person or $14.50 for a family pass.

• The Clymer Museum of Art pays homage to Ellensburg’s native son, John Clymer, and offers colorful examples of his art career, from Saturday Evening Post covers to historical paintings. The museum also features exhibits by visiting artists.

Go: 416 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg Info: 509-962-6416, www.clymermuseum.com.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m.

Sundays.

Admission: Free, donations welcome.

• The KITTITAS COUNTY MUSEUM — founded by descendants of early Kittitas County pioneer families — houses artifacts, clothing and photographs illustrating the history of the Kittitas Valley.

Go: 114 E. Third Ave., Ellensburg Info: 509-925-3778, www.kchm. org.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.

Admission: Free, donations welcome.

• Built in the early 1880s, the THORP MILL is the oldest industrial artifact in Kittitas County. It features restored turn-of-the-century equipment and interpretive information.

And behind the mill is what’s left of the ice pond, which would be flooded and then allowed to freeze. Ice from the pond was used locally and on the railroad, allowing for locally grown perishables to be shipped to distant markets. The ice pond site now features public restrooms and picnic areas.

Go: Off Thorp Highway, Thorp Info: 509-964-9640, www.thorp. org Hours: Open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Call ahead for hours.

Admission: Free, donations welcome.

GALLERIES • THE LARSON GALLERY. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays to Fridays, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays, on the Yakima Valley Community College campus, South 16th Avenue and West Nob Hill Boulevard, Yakima. Info: 509-574-4875, www.larsongallery.org.

• OAK HOLLOW GALLERY. 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturdays, in Chalet Place, 5631 Summitview Ave., Yakima. Info: 509-965-3846.

• PEGGY LEWIS GALLERY. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays in the Allied ArtsCenter, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. Info: 509-966-0930, www.alliedartsyakima.org.

• GALLERY ONE. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, noon to 4 p.m. Sundays, at 408 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg. Info: 509-9252670, www.gallery-one.org.

• THE GOLDEN ART GALLERY. 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturdays at 103 E. Main St., Goldendale. Info: 509-773-5100, www.thegoldenartgallery.com.

• D. HEILMAN ART STUDIO. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays or by appointment. 7 N. 11th Ave., upstairs in Rex Marble CPA office building. Info: 509-453-7234 or 509-965-4333.

• LaKAT GALLERY. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.

10201 Highway 12, Naches. Info: 509-653-1350, www.nachesvalleychamber.com.

• SARAH SPURGEON GALLERY at Central Washington University.

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays. Closed university holidays.

CWU’s Randall Hall, off Dean Nicholson Boulevard, Ellensburg. Info: 509-963-2665, www.cwu.edu/~art/ gallery.html.

• WHITEFOOT STUDIO. Open by appointment at 3902 Harrah Road, Harrah. Info: 509-848-2539.

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Madison House 302 S. 4th Street

Lunch 12:15-1:00

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The USDA is an equal opportunity provider/employer.

“In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.” To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington D.C. 20250-9410 or call, toll free (866) 632-9992 (voice) or (800) 877-8339 (TDD). The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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the Yakima Valley is transforming from rural farmland into sophisticated wine country is misleading.

It’s true the state’s wine industry has exploded in the past two decades, drawing nearly 2 million visitors and generating $237 million in 2006, according to the Washington Wine Commission. And the Yakima area is at the heart of that explosion.

But the wine industry’s growth does not mark a transformation so much as an evolution.

“It is a part of our agricultural heritage,” says John Cooper, CEO of the Yakima Valley Visitors and Convention Bureau. “I don’t see it as a transition at all. I think it’s a continuation.”

Wine tasting in the Yakima Valley is a modern, old-fashioned, sophisticated, down-home, glamorous, rustic affair.

And if that sounds contradictory, it’s because there’s no definitive Yakima Valley wine tasting experience. The local wine industry, from Yakima and Naches down to Prosser and Benton City, can be any of those things.

Want an upscale tasting room in the heart of downtown Yakima?

Try Gilbert Cellars (www. gilbertcellars.com), 5 N. Front St. For a tasting room surrounded by vineyards, try one of the Rattlesnake Hills wineries in and around Zillah, such as Portteus Winery (www.portteus.com), 5201 Highland Drive, or Bonair Winery (www.bonairwinery.com), 500 S. Bonair Road. If you want to continued on page 37 30

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Angela Scotto tastes some wine at Windy Point Winery, which overlooks the Yakima Valley near Wapato .

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Yakima Valley Wine Guide AGATE FIELD VINEYARD 2911 Roza Drive, Zillah 509-930-0806; 509-910-7032 www.agatefieldvineyard.com • Agate Field is a family-owned and operated winery in the hills above Whiskey Canyon offering a limited production of estate-grown red wines. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fridays through Sundays and, during the summer only, noon to 4 p.m.

Thursdays AIRFIELD ESTATES 560 Merlot Drive, Prosser 509-786-7401 www.airfieldwines.com • Airfield Estates has been growing wine grapes for more than 40 years and transitioned into wine production with the first crush of Airfield Estates Wine in 2005 (reds) and 2006 (whites). The estate vineyard was planted around an old World War II air base and the winery resembles historic World War II air hangers.

Summer hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays through Sundays.

ALEXANDRIA NICOLE CELLARS 2880 Lee Road, Suite C, Prosser 509-786-3497 www.alexandrianicolecellars.com • Alexandria Nicole Cellars is an estate winery of Destiny Ridge Vineyards. The vineyard, in the Horse Heaven Hills above the Columbia River, produces intensely flavored grapes that are handcrafted into a limited bottling of premium wines.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

APEX CELLARS The Winemaker’s Loft 357 Port St., Studio F, Prosser 509-786-1278 www.apexcellars.com • Sample the award-winning creations of master winemaker Brian Carter. Enjoy Apex, Apex II and Bridgman Cellars wines in Apex’s new home in The Winemaker’s Loft.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Monday.

BLACKWOOD CANYON 53258 N. Sunset Road, Benton City 509-588-7124 www.blackwoodwine.com • Blackwood Canyon is a producer of old-school wines made in the traditional European style from 50 to 100 years ago. In addition to the tasting room, a high-end deli and bistro could open as early as this summer. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

BONAIR WINERY 500 S. Bonair Road, Zillah 509-829-6027 www.bonairwine.com • Founded in 1985, the Puryears invite customers to visit “the little hobby that got out of hand” and 32

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Tips for tasting in the Yakima Valley • Do your homework and make a plan. There are dozens of Yakima Valley wineries, each with its own specialty. Decide what you want to try and plan accordingly.

• Most local wineries don’t have tasting fees, but some do.

It’s usually $5, and it’s usually refunded with a bottle purchase. But if you’re looking for free tastings, it’s best to check first with the winery.

• Don’t try to do it all. You may find yourself exhausted on your fifth or sixth winery of the day. Take a break. Ask someone at the tasting room to recommend a great lunch place.

CANYON’S EDGE WINERY 10 Merlot Drive, Suite D, Prosser 509-786-3032 www.canyonsedgewinery.com • Canyon’s Edge expected to move to Prosser’s Winemakers Loft, 357 Port Ave., by the first of June.

Using fruit from the winery’s premium vineyards in the high valley at the south rim of the Horse Heaven Hills, Canyon’s Edge controls every step of the process from grape to bottle to ensure taste and quality. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday and Monday.

sample — in the new, large tasting room — their chardonnays, barrelaged reds, fruity sipping wines and mead. Also, visit the vineyards and koi pond on the grounds featured in “Washington’s Best Places to Kiss.”

Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

CHANDLER REACH VINEYARDS 9506 W. Chandler Road, Benton City 509-588-8800 www.chandlerreach.com • This Tuscan-style estate winery overlooks Red Mountain, one of Washington’s premier growing regions. A warm, northern-sloped vineyard produces premium syrah, cabernet franc, Merlot, sangiovese and cabernet sauvignon. Don’t miss the “barrel cave,” complete with underground tasting room. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Sunday.

BUCKMASTER CELLARS 35802 Sunset Road, Benton City 509-628-8474 www.buckmastercellars.com • Buckmaster Cellars, within the Red Mountain viticulture area, is a small winery dedicated to producing premium wines from Washington state’s finest vineyards. Currently focusing on limited releases of Riesling, pinot gris, cabernet franc, Merlot and cabernet sauvignon. Summer hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during event weekends and by appointment.

CHATEAU CHAMPOUX 524 Alderdale Road, Prosser 509-894-5005 www.chateauchampoux.com • Five miles from the Columbia River, Chateau Champoux (owned and operated by Paul and Judy Champoux) focuses on informative vineyard tours and tasting premium Washington wines. The retail shop and tasting room offer a wide selection of Pacific Northwest wines produced from Champoux Vineyards grapes. Hours: By appointment only.

BUNNELL FAMILY CELLAR Wine bar: 548 Cabernet Court in Prosser’s Winemakers Loft 509-786-2197. www.bunnellfamilycellar.com • A small-batch winery, Bunnell Family Cellar focuses on varieties native to the Rhone Valley of France. The winery itself is not open to the public, but you can sample Bunnell wine alongside gourmet pizzas at the new Wine O’Clock wine bar. Wine bar hours: noon to 7 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.

Sunday and Monday.

CAÑON DE SOL WINERY 46415 E. Badger Road, Benton City 509-588-6311 www.canondesol.com • Cañon De Sol Winery produces hand-crafted, premium red wine and viognier from the heart of the Columbia Valley appellation. Hours: by appointment.

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CHINOOK WINES Corner of Wine Country and Wittkopf Loop, Prosser 509-786-2725 www.chinookwines.com • Sample flavorful dry wines at Chinook Wines, which produces small quantities of delicious chardonnay, semillon, sauvignon blanc, cabernet franc, Merlot, rosé and cabernet sauvignon. Original farm buildings house the winery, barrel storage and tasting room; the shaded garden area is a favorite picnic spot. Summer hours (May through October): Noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

CLAAR CELLARS 1001 Vintage Valley Parkway, Zillah 509-829-6810 www.claarcellars.com • Claar is a family-owned estate winery dedicated to the proposition that wine is fun, healthy and an

integral part of the good life. Featuring Riesling, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, blush, cabernet, Merlot, sangiovese, syrah, port and ice wine.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

COL SOLARE 50207 Antinori Road, Benton City 509-588-6806 www.colsolare.com • A winery and vineyard forged out of a 12-year partnership between Washington’s Chateau Ste. Michelle wine company and the Antinori family of Italy, which has been making red wines for more than 600 years.

The winery is a visual representation of this Euro-American partnership featuring a Tuscany-style decor and structural elements, such as the tasting room’s ceiling, designed to emulate the basalt cliffs and other natural elements of the Red Mountain area.

Hours: Open to small groups by appointment only.

CÔTE BONNEVILLE 2841 Fordyce Road, Sunnyside 509-840-4596 www.cotebonneville.com • Côte Bonneville is committed to producing the best expression of its DuBrul Vineyard each vintage. Hours: Open by appointment only.

COVENTRY VALE WINERY 160602 Evans Road, Grandview 509-882-4100 • Coventry Vale Winery is a custom winemaking facility and one of the largest wineries in Washington. It performs winemaking services for other wineries throughout the United States and in Canada, Europe and Japan.

Hours: The winery does not have a tasting room, but tours are available on a limited basis by appointment only.

COVEY RUN WINERY 866-960-9259 www.coveyrun.com • Covey Run produces wines from grapes grown primarily in Washington’s Yakima and Columbia Valleys.

Covey Run’s wine portfolio includes two distinctive tiers of wine — the Quail Series and Columbia Valley Reserve — alongside its reserve ice wine. Hours: Not open to the public.

COWAN VINEYARDS 2880 Lee Road, Suite E, Prosser 509-788-0200 www.cowanvineyards.com • Cowan Vineyards is a familyowned and operated vineyard and winery in the Port of Benton Wine and Food Park. The Cowan family has been growing quality wine grapes for more than 13 years, and in April 2005 opened a tasting room. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Yakima Valley Wine Guide COYOTE CANYON WINERY 357 Port Ave., Prosser 509-786-7686 www.coyotecanyonwinery.com www.coyotecanyonvineyard.com • Designed to be both hip and classic, this winery and lounge features dark wood floors, comfy chairs and couches, deep red walls, contemporary art, and handcrafted wines from the Coyote Canyon Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills appellation.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

DAVEN LORE WINERY 23103 S. Davlor PR SW, Prosser 509-781-0557 www.davenlore.com • This small club winery perched on the Horse Heaven Hills specializes in blended red wines. Primarily using new barrels, Daven Lore combines French, American and Hungarian oaks for its hand-harvested grapes.

Hours: Winery tastings and tours by appointment only.

DESERT WIND WINERY 2258 Wine Country Road, Prosser 866-921-7277 www.desertwindvineyard.com • In 2007, Desert Wind winery opened a $3.5 million winery and tasting room. The facility also includes a winemaking facility, restaurant, demonstration kitchen, banquet room, four guest rooms and two outdoor patios. Desert Wind wines use fruit from family-owned vineyards on the Wahluke slope. Varietals include viognier, semillon, Bare Naked chardonnay (unoaked), Barbera, Merlot, cabernet sauvignon, sangiovese, tempranillo, rosé and Ruah, a red wine blend. Summer hours (May through September): 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

DONITELIA WINERY 10 Sixth Ave. 509-452-9900 • Donitelia recently completed a move back to its original location on Sixth Avenue and continues to handcraft classic Italian wines in honor of great-grandmother Maria Prospera “Donitelia” Melfi Maiocco. Hours: open for special events only, call for information.

EATON HILL WINERY 530 Gurley Road, Granger 866-328-6644 www.eatonhillwinery.com • The rustic Eaton Hill Winery is housed in the historic Rinehold Cannery and features quaint picnic grounds. Its wines include cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, Merlot, semillon, Riesling, Sun Glow, orange Muscat, Sweet Bisbee, rosé franc, ambrosia and port. Hours: noon to 5 p.m. daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on event weekends.

FIDELITAS 51810 N. Sunset Road, Benton City 509-588-3469 www.fidelitaswines.com • This family-owned Red Mountain winery is faithful to cabernet sauvignon, loyal to Bordeaux winemaking techniques and true to the Columbia Valley terroir. A 2,500-square-foot visitor’s center and tasting facility opened in 2007. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

FOX ESTATE WINERY 24962 Highway 243 South, Mattawa 509-932-5818 www.foxestatewinery.com • This small, family-owned and operated winery, located 20 miles south of the Gorge Amphitheatre, is moving closer to using its own Mattawa grapes exclusively. Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

GILBERT CELLARS 5 N. Front St., Yakima 509-249-9049 www.gilbertcellars.com • Brothers Sean and Nate Gilbert founded their Ahtanum Valley winery west of Yakima in 2004, and opened their downtown tasting room in 2008 to have a more prominent presence.

The winery looked at several possible locations but was ultimately drawn to the charm of the cornerfront spot in the Lund Building, an 1899 structure now on the National Register of Historic Places. The new tasting room is the latest in the Gilbert family’s history in the Yakima Valley. Hours: 2 to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 2 to 11 p.m. Fridays, noon to 11 p.m. Saturdays, and noon to 5 p.m.

Sundays.

HARLEQUIN WINE CELLARS 250 Ehler Road, Yakima (The Tasting Room Yakima) 509-966-0686 www.harlequinwine.com www.thetastingroomyakima.com • Harlequin handcrafts distinctive wines from vineyards in Oregon and Washington. Current wines include chardonnay, syrah, claret and a special Bordeaux-style blend, Cuvee Alexander. The winery shares tasting room space at The Tasting Room Yakima.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays.

HEAVENS CAVE CELLARS 2880 Lee Road, Suite A, Prosser 509-788-0008 www.heavenscave.com • Heavens Cave Cellars is a small winery producing premium wines from the Horse Heaven Hills. The winery’s Heavens Cave Estate Wine Collection and Make The DASH Count Wine Collection support the Make The DASH Count Foundation, which benefits at-risk youth. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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Yakima Valley Wine Guide HEDGES FAMILY ESTATE 53511 N. Sunset Road, Benton City 509-588-3155 www.hedgesfamilyestate.com • Founded in 1987 by Tom and Anne-Marie Hedges, this winery focuses on showcasing the terroir of the Red Mountain viticulture area through estate-grown and -bottled wines, including Single Vineyard, Two Vineyards and Three Vineyards estate bottling. The tasting room features 14-foot ceilings, a large stone fireplace and a beautiful wood bar built on-site by a local craftsman. Summer hours (March through November): noon to 4 p.m. Fridays through Sundays or by appointment.

HIGHTOWER CELLARS 19418 E. 583 PR NE, Benton City 509-588-2867 www.hightowercellars.com • Owners and winemakers Tim and Kelly Hightower strive to make worldclass red wines of elegance, depth and complexity. Established in 1997 in Woodinville, Hightower Cellars moved to 15 acres on Red Mountain in 2002. Hours: Friday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

HINZERLING WINERY 1520 Sheridan Ave., Prosser 509-786-2163 www.hinzerling.com • Founded in 1976 by the Wallace family, the Yakima Valley’s oldest winery specializes in small lots of handcrafted wines. Hinzerling is noted for award-winning dessert and appetizer wines. The Vintner’s Inn, a bed and breakfast, restaurant and wine bar, opened next to the winery in 2001.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays.

HOGUE CELLARS 2800 Lee Road, Prosser 800-565-9779 www.hoguecellars.com • Founded in 1982 by Mike Hogue, Hogue Cellars has gained national and international acclaim for its wines. Varietals include chardonnay, Merlot, cabernet sauvignon, syrah, fume blanc and Riesling. The tasting room offers wine tasting, a gift shop, picnic area and wines, including reserves and rare terroir wines available only in the tasting room. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (closed major holidays).

HORIZON’S EDGE WINERY 4530 E. Zillah Drive, Zillah 509-829-6401 www.horizonsedgewinery.com • Situated on 18 acres of prime vineyard, the winery offers a panoramic view from the tasting room, where visitors can see the tanks and barrels being worked. All wines 34

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Wine tasting without driving • Alcoholic beverages, even little sips of them, don’t go well with driving. If you’re visiting multiple wineries and need transportation, designate a driver.

• If you don’t have a designated driver, there are various limousine, van and bus services specializing in Yakima Valley wine tours. Some, like Sun City Wine Tours (www.suncitywinetours.com), offer van transportation for small and large groups. Others, such as Elegant Wine Country Limousine (www.elegantwinecountrylimo. com), offer limousines. The Wine Yakima Valley organization (509-965-5201) can help you find one that’s right for you. are produced in small batches and varietals include pinot noir, Monster Chardonnay, gewürztraminer, Muscat, Merlot and cabernet sauvignon. Summer hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays, and Tuesdays and Wednesdays by chance.

HYATT VINEYARDS/ROZA RIDGE 2020 Gilbert Road, Zillah 509-829-6333 www.hyattvineyards.com • In the heart of the Rattlesnake Hills appellation, Hyatt Vineyards concentrates on red wine, including Merlot, cabernet sauvignon and syrah.

In 2005, Hyatt added a reserve tier of wines under the Roza Ridge label.

Hyatt also produces dry chardonnay, Riesling and black Muscat rosé. The spacious tasting room overlooks a large picnic area with views of Mount Adams and Mount Rainier. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

JBK WINERY 35802 N. Sunset Road, Benton City 509-588-6780 • The Brodzinski family, which owned and operated Seth Ryan Winery for more than two decades before selling it, have set up shop anew at a neighboring location in Benton City.

JBK Winery had yet to open as this edition went to print, but matriarch Jo Brodzinski said the family expected to have a temporary tasting room set up

by June. There was no website yet, either, but Brodzinski expected there would be soon. Try googling “JBK

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Winery” or calling the number above for more information. Hours: not finalized as of press time, but likely open Fridays, Saturdays and specialevent Sundays.

KANA WINERY 10 S. Second St., Yakima 509-453-6611 www.kanawinery.com • Kana is a native word for the spirit or the fire within a mountain, in reference to the perceived supernatural power of volcanic activity.

Kana Winery wines emphasize Rhone varietals along with specially selected wines from single vineyards. Hours: noon to 6:30 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.

KESTREL VINTNERS 2890 Lee Road, Prosser 509-786-2675 www.kestrelwines.com Kestrel Vintners strives for topquality handcrafted dark, rich red wines at reasonable prices. The award-winning Kestrel View Estate vineyard is home to some of Washington’s oldest vines. Kestrel’s Lady in Red and Pure Platinum collectors wines have become famous for their drinkability as well as for the innocent pinup art painted on the bottles.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

KIONA VINEYARDS WINERY 44612 N. Sunset Road, Benton City 509-588-6716 www.kionawine.com • Kiona Vineyards, which pioneered the Red Mountain viticulture region, is renowned for intensely flavored red wines including cabernet, Merlot, syrah and lemberger, as well as white and late harvest wines.

Summer hours: Noon to 5 p.m. daily.

MAISON DE PADGETT WINERY 2231 Roza Drive, Zillah 509-829-6412 www.maisondepadgettwinery.com • Owned and operated by a small local family, the winery’s architecture and gardens complement its quality wines. Summer hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays, and Tuesdays and Wednesdays by chance. Groups of 10 or more should call ahead.

MARYHILL WINERY 9774 Highway 14, Goldendale 877-627-9445 www.maryhillwinery.com • Overlooking the Columbia River, Maryhill Winery is adjacent to the Maryhill Museum of Art, just south of Goldendale, and focuses on red

wines, with special attention to syrah and sangiovese. The winery frequently features live music and hosts a summer concert series, which this year features Lyle Lovett and Jackson Browne, among others. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

MASQUERADE WINE COMPANY 28719 E. State Route 224, Benton City 509-416-6277 www.masqueradewines.com • The lure of wine country living drew Bill and Jennifer Kimmerly here in 2004 to pursue their dream of building a winery. They offer cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, chardonnay and gewürztraminer. Summer hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and by appointment, may open Wednesdays and Thursdays later this summer. Call for details.

MASSET WINERY 620 E. Parker Heights Road, Wapato 509-877-6675 www.massetwinery.com • With grapes from well-established hillside vineyards, Greg and wife Michaela Masset craft full-bodied reds and dessert wines. Visitors can also explore a historic 1905 farmstead. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, 2 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday.

McKINLEY SPRINGS 1201 Alderdale Road, Prosser 509-894-4528 www.mckinleysprings.com • McKinley Springs is a small, family-owned winery in the Horse Heaven Hills. For more than 25 years, McKinley Springs has developed its reputation for growing high-quality grapes that have produced award-winning wines, and in 2002 it opened its own winery specializing in cabernet sauvignon and syrah. Summer hours: 1 to 6 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays.

NACHES HEIGHTS VINEYARD 250 Ehler Road, Yakima (Tasting Room Yakima) 509-966-0686 www.nhvines.com www.thetastingroomyakima.com • Naches Heights Vineyard is perched on the southwest plateau high above the Naches Valley and is one of the highest-elevated vineyards in the state. Producing five grape varietals: pinot gris, Riesling, gewürztraminer, tempranillo and syrah.

Naches Heights shares tasting room space at The Tasting Room Yakima.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays.

Yakima Valley Wine Guide PONTIN DEL ROZA WINERY 35502 N. Hinzerling Road, Prosser 509-786-4449 www.pontindelroza.com • The Pontin family crushed its first grapes in 1984 to produce wines for the Pontin Del Roza Winery, which features varietal wines including white Riesling, chenin blanc, cabernet, Merlot, pinot grigio, sangiovese and others. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

PORTTEUS VINEYARDS 5201 Highland Drive, Zillah 509-829-6970 www.portteus.com • Established in 1981, Portteus vineyards is a 100 percent estategrown and -bottled winery that’s been a red-wine lovers’ destination for more than 20 years. The winery specializes in red zinfandel, Petite Syrah, cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, syrah, cabernet franc, sangiovese and blends such as Rattlesnake Red and Bistro Red. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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RUNNING SPRINGS WINERY 9950 U.S. Highway 12, Naches 509-653-2848 • Running Springs is at the northern entrance to Washington’s wine country — the Naches River Valley.

The tasting room is in Thompson’s Farm Market. Summer hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily SAGELANDS VINEYARD 71 Gangl Road, Wapato 509-877-2112 www.sagelandsvineyard.com • At the western gateway to the Yakima Valley, Sagelands Vineyards focuses on quality Merlot and cabernet sauvignon. While production continues, the Wapato tasting room is closed for repairs until further notice.

SANDHILL WINERY 48313 N. Sunset Road, Benton City 509-588-2699 • Sandhill Winery is a small, familyowned winery specializing in cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, pinot gris and a proprietary Cinnamon Teal Red Table Wine. The 16-year-old vineyard on Red Mountain is the source of all of its estate-bottled wines. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays through Sundays.

SELAH HEIGHTS WINERY 31 Katie Lane, Selah 509-910-1257 • Selah Heights Winery is a small, family-owned winery in the Columbia Valley appellation that is dedicated to producing a regional wine product true to the flavors of the Upper Yakima Valley wine-growing region. It emphasizes handcrafted, minimally processed and food-friendly wines.

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OAKWOOD CELLARS WINERY 40504 N. Demoss Road, Benton City 509-588-5332 www.oakwoodcellars.com • Oakwood Cellars has produced award-winning wines since 1986 with the philosophy that great wines require time to bring out their rich, pleasing flavor. Specialties include lemberger, Merlot, syrah, cabernet sauvignon, lemberger blanc and Estate Riesling. Hours: noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays (and most Fridays).

OLSEN ESTATES 500 Merlot Drive, Prosser 509-786-7007 www.olsenestates.com • Olsen Estates handpicks the best fruit from 18 varieties of grapes grown at the estate to make its Rhône and Bordeaux-styled blends.

The winery and tasting room opened in 2007 in Prosser, where the Olsen family has had roots since 1908.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays, by appointment Mondays and Tuesdays.

PARADISOS DEL SOL 3230 Highland Drive, Zillah 509-829-9000 www.paradisosdelsol.com • Winemaker Paul Vandenberg and wife Barbara Sherman oversee an idyllic garden of the sun. The grounds feature views of Mount Adams and Mount Rainier and are populated by chickens, geese, cats, dogs, fish, frogs, friends and family. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

PIETY FLATS WINERY 2560 Donald-Wapato Road, Wapato 509-877-3115 www.pietyflatswinery.com • Situated in a 1911 mercantile building with old country charm (and gourmet food items), the winery features syrah, cabernet-Merlot, pinot grigio-chardonnay, Mercantile Red, black Muscat, port and late harvest wines. It also has a blend called Junkyard Red, commemorating landowners’ battle with Yakima County over the placement of a nearby wrecking yard. Summer hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sundays.

PLAZA WINERY 357 Port Ave., Studio E 509-454-9463 www.plazawinery.net • Plaza Winery at the Winemakers Loft in Prosser is the descendent of Plaza Socievole Winery formerly in downtown Yakima’s Larson Building.

At Plaza, winemaker Bryan Eglet is regularly available to answer wine tasters’ questions. His blends and his customer service are renowned.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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Yakima Valley Wine Guide SEVERINO CELLARS 1717 First Ave., Zillah 509-829-3800 • Experience down-home hospitality and newly released wines in this turn-of-the-century farm house with a view of Mount Adams. Summer hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

SHERIDAN VINEYARD 2980 Gilbert Road, Zillah 509-829-3205 www.sheridanvineyard.com • Sheridan Vineyard, a 100 percent estate-grown winery, is in the heart of the Yakima Valley. Owner and winemaker Scott Greer’s mission is to produce wines that fully express the characteristics of the 76-acre vineyard. Summer hours: noon to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, noon to 4 p.m. Sundays.

SILVER LAKE AT ROZA HILLS 1500 Vintage Road, Zillah 509-829-6235 www.silverlakewinery.com • Picnic on Silver Lake’s spacious “viniferanda” perched atop this historic Whiskey Canyon vineyard. Banquet facilities are available, from weddings to corporate meetings. Summer hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily.

SLEEPING DOG WINES 45804 N. Whitmore NW, Benton City 509-460-2886 www.sleepingdogwines.com • Sleeping Dog Wines had its first commercial crush in 2002 after years of experimentation. Its wines are generally harvested later than normal, resulting in strong fruit flavors. Wines include merlot, syrah and a signature blend called Tail Wagger. Hours: By appointment only.

SNOQUALMIE VINEYARDS 660 Frontier Road, Prosser 509-786-5558 www.snoqualmie.com • One of Washington’s first premium wineries, Snoqualmie Vineyards has been producing award-winning wines from the Yakima and Columbia valleys for two decades. Dedicated to sustainability as well as taste Snoqualmie was one of the first wineries in the state to make wines from certified organically grown grapes. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

ST. HILAIRE CELLARS 1340 St. Hilaire Road, Yakima 509-453-5987 • Owned by Gary L. Jackson, St. Hilaire Cellars is the Northwest’s leader in the production of privatelabel wines. St. Hilaire does not have a tasting room or conduct sales to individuals, but those interested in private-label wines are welcome to visit its Yakima farm. Call for an appointment.

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STEPPE CELLARS 1991 Chaffee Road, Sunnyside 509-837-8281 www.steppecellars.com • A young and adventurous winery blended with an experienced Germantrained winemaker, Steppe Cellars emphasizes dry Riesling and off-dry gewürztraminer. The winery has also produced a limited number of new releases in whites and reds. Summer hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Sundays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturdays.

TANJULI 4530 E. Zillah Drive, Zillah 509-731-4829 • Winemaker Tom Campbell has more than 25 years experience producing fine Bordeaux-style reds. His wines are sold to only a few select shops, restaurants and wine collectors. For information about direct shipments, contact Tanjuli by e-mail at tanjuli@gmail.com.

TAPTEIL VINEYARD WINERY 20206 East 583 N.E., Benton City 509-588-4460 www.tapteil.com • The estate wines of Tapteil Vineyard include deep and rich cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, syrah and blends that are bottled and cellared at Tapteil Winery. Summer hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays through Sundays and by appointment.

TASAWIK WINERY The Winemaker’s Loft 357 Port Ave., Studio B, Prosser 509-786-2565 www.tasawikvineyards.com • Owned and operated by Erik Dahle and Sara Broetje Dahle, Tasawik produces wine from its estate vineyard. Reds include cabernet sauvignon, merlot and the Hailstorm Red blend. Whites include sauvignon blanc and viognier. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

TEFFT CELLARS 1320 Independence Road, Outlook 888-549-7244 www.tefftcellars.com • Tefft Cellars is dedicated to producing handcrafted wines, including cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, Italian varietals, ports, dessert wines and Champagne. The tasting room and picnic deck overlook the vineyard, and the renovated Outlook Inn Guest House at Tefft Cellars is available for rent. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

TERRA BLANCA 34715 N. Demoss Road, Benton City 509-588-6082 www.terrablanca.com • Since 1993, winemaker Keith Pilgrim has guided the winery and vineyard operation from rattlesnakeinfested sagebrush to a pristine 80-acre vineyard and a winery that produces up to 30,000 cases per

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year with a focus on estate-grown syrah, Merlot, cabernet sauvignon and chardonnay. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

THURSTON WOLFE WINERY 588 Cabernet Court, Prosser 509-786-3313 www.thurstonwolfe.com • Wade Wolfe and Rebecca Yeaman started Thurston Wolfe Winery in 1987 with the goal of producing small lots of exceptional wines from the best vineyards in the state. Offerings include petite sirah and the popular Sweet Rebecca, an orange muscat. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursdays through Sundays and holiday Mondays.

TIM’S DOWNTOWN TASTING ROOM 312 E. Yakima Ave. 509-248-5251 www.facebook.com/ timsdowntowntastingroom Featuring the wines of Outlook’s Upland Estates winery and Oregon’s Naked Winery, Tim’s often has live music on the weekends and offers food as well as drink. Hours: 2 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 to 5 p.m. Sundays.

TUCKER CELLARS 70 Ray Road, Sunnyside 509-837-8701 www.tuckercellars.net • Tucker Cellars, established in 1981 by Washington grape growing pioneers Dean and Rose Tucker, is now owned by son Randy Tucker.

Winery plantings include Riesling, pinot noir, gewürztraminer, chenin blanc, chardonnay and Muscat canelli. Gifts and gourmet foods are available in the tasting room and there is a vineyard picnic area. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

TWO MOUNTAIN WINERY 2151 Cheyne Road, Zillah 509-829-3900 www.twomountainwinery.com • Two Mountain Winery is a familyowned operation where three generations have contributed their talents and expertise to crafting award-winning wines produced from grapes grown in the estate vineyards. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

VINEHEART WINERY 44209 N. McDonald Road, Prosser 509-973-2993 www.vineheart.com • VineHeart is a boutique family winery producing Yakima Valley wines at affordable prices. The estate-grown grapes are hand-selected and sorted.

Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays.

WAVING TREE VINEYARDS & WINERY 2 Maryhill Highway, Goldendale 509-773-6552 www.wavingtreewinery.com • The tasting room is located in

the log cabin across from the Maryhill State Park just north of the Biggs Bridge into Oregon. Wines produced here include cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, sangiovese, Barbera, Grenache, syrah and viognier. Summer hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

WILLOW CREST WINERY 590 Merlot Drive, Prosser 509-786-7999 www.willowcrestwinery.com • Willow Crest Winery was founded in 1995 by David J. Minick, a longtime grape grower in the Yakima Valley, and uses estate grown fruit that Minick planted, cultivated and harvested to create crisp pinot gris and bold syrahs. The Tuscan-themed tasting room features a patio seating area and barrel room. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

WILRIDGE WINERY 250 Ehler Road, Yakima 509-966-0686 www.wilridgewinery.com www.thetastingroomyakima.com • After 20 years, Seattle’s Wilridge Winery planted its own vineyard next to the Cowiche Canyon Conservancy.

The winery shares tasting room space at The Tasting Room Yakima. Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays.

WINDY POINT VINEYARDS 420 Windy Point Drive, Wapato 509-877-6824 www.windypointvineyards.com • Owners/growers/winemakers Mike and Liz Stepniewski offer visitors samples of their award-winning wines, as well as a terraced garden and bird’s-eye view of the Yakima Valley. Summer hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily WINEGLASS CELLARS 260 N. Bonair Road, Zillah 509-829-3011 www.wineglasscellars.com • The owners’ philosophy of winemaking is hands-on, with production small and quality high. Wines include cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, sangiovese, chardonnay, rosé, red table and port. Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursdays through Sundays and holiday Mondays.

YAKIMA RIVER WINERY 143302 W. North River Road, Prosser 509-786-2805 www.yakimariverwinery.com • This family-owned winery is among the area’s first, having been founded in 1977 by the Rauner family. The winery uses Yakima Valley grapes and its varietals include cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, John’s Port, Petit Verdot and shiraz port. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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sample from a group of wineries all in one location, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the Winemakers Loft in Prosser, 357 Port Ave., which features several tasting rooms in a courtyard setting.

With more than 70 wineries in the valley, those are just a few of your options. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not going to see them all â&#x20AC;&#x201D; not unless youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going wine tasting every day for a couple of weeks. Most wine tasters top out at about a half-dozen wineries on any given day. So the key is figuring out which ones you want to visit and making a plan.

If it all seems a little overwhelming, remember there are resources to help you out. Wine Yakima Valley, (www.wineyakimavalley.org) is the Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main wineindustry promotional group

Jackie Kirkevold, left, and Marshall Nachtman, both of Seattle, sample wines at Two Mountain Winery in Zillah.

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and a wonderful place to start planning your wine tasting trip.

In addition to information on most of the local wineries, the Wine Yakima Valley website is a great place to check for special events and deals. Its new â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grown to Greatness Summer Tourâ&#x20AC;? has

a different featured winery and activity every Saturday between Memorial Day and Labor Day. There are also organizations with more geographically specialized information, like the Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail group (www.

rattlesnakehills.com), which offers $10 wine â&#x20AC;&#x153;passportsâ&#x20AC;? that entitle holders to special deals at Rattlesnake wineries.

Down lower in the Valley, the Prosser Chamber of Commerce (www.prosserchamber.org) has information on the varied wineries of the booming Prosser area.

Perhaps the best thing about wine tasting in the Yakima Valley, though, is that thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really no wrong way to do it. Tasting room staff, which at smaller wineries often includes owners or winemakers, are famous for their gracious, helpful attitudes â&#x20AC;&#x201D; whether theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re dealing with connoisseurs or beginners.

This is no Napa; heck, most of the local wineries donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even charge tasting fees. This is a welcoming, comfortable environment for enjoying and learning about wine.

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No matter where or when, there’s plenty to do in the Yakima Valley this summer

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following calendar includes information provided by the Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce, Yakima Visitors and Convention Bureau, the Toppenish Review’s Lower Valley Visitors Guide, Yakama Indian Nation and representatives of many communities and organizations.

SATURDAY, MAY 29 GOLDENDALE Maryhill Winery’s 9th Anniversary Celebration Through May 31 Wine tasting. Barbecue food available for purchase. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Live music from 1-5 p.m. with RaChiChi. At the winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Free admission. Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Blues/jazz.)

PROSSER 6th Annual Dash Race 1K, 5K, walk/run; or a 10 mile bike race. Family friendly race to raise money for Make the Dash Count Foundation. 8 a.m. at the Prosser Wine and Food Park, off exit 82 of I82 to Wine Country Road. Cost: $18.

Info: 253-265-3181 or www.makethedashcount.org.

YAKIMA Memorial Day Parade Parade begins at 10 a.m. The route will follow Yakima Avenue, proceeding east from Sixth Avenue to Naches Avenue. Staging for parade participants begins at 8:30 a.m. between Yakima Avenue and Walnut Street. Info: Ed Falter, 509-9660760.

ZILLAH Two Mountain Winery’s Chalk Party All day event benefiting the nonprofit Pegasus organization which provides interaction and horseback riding for children with challenges. The winning chalk drawing becomes a label 38

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for one of Two Mountain wines. At the winery, 2151 Cheyne Road. The event is free with a suggested donation of $20. Info: 509-829-3900 or www.twomountainwinery.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 30 GOLDENDALE Maryhill Winery’s 9th Anniversary Celebration Wine tasting. Barbecue food available for purchase. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Live music from 1-5 p.m. with Carlyle. At the winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Free admission. Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Country/ folk/classic rock.)

ROSLYN Roslyn Riders Poker Ride 9 a.m.-noon. Playfield Highway 903-Roslyn. Info: Ralph Griffin, 509674-2404.

MONDAY, MAY 31 GOLDENDALE Maryhill Winery’s 9th Anniversary Celebration Wine tasting. Barbecue food available for purchase. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Live music from 1-5 p.m. with Wayman Chapman. At the winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Free admission. Info: 509-7731976 or www.maryhillwinery.com.

(R&B/funk.)

YAKIMA Mount Adams Cycling ClubBickleton Classic ride to Bickleton. Info: Brian Cox, 509-833-2301 or www. mountadamscycling.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 3 PROSSER Cooking Class at Desert Wind Winery Class includes tasting portions and

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two glasses of wine. 6-8 p.m. at the winery, 2258 Wine Country Road.

Space is limited. Cost: $45 per person. Info: 509-786-7277 or www. desertwindwinery.com.

YAKIMA 43rd Annual Juried Art Exhibit Through July 18 Established and emerging Central Washington artists have their work reviewed by an art expert based outside of the Yakima Valley community.

Opens with a reception from 5:30-7 p.m. on June 3. Peggy Lewis Gallery at Allied Arts of Yakima, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave. Open weekdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930, www.alliedartsyakima.org.

Sports Awards Luncheon Honoring the top student athletes in all 20 high school sports in the Valley. 11:30 a.m. Yakima Convention Center, 10 N. Eighth St. Tickets: $10 for nominees, $13.50 for seniors and children 12 and under $17.50 for adults and high school students available through Yakima Valley Sports Commission office. Info: 509-575-3010 or 509-576-6375.

FRIDAY, JUNE 4 TOPPENISH Mural In A Day (2-day event) Through June 5 Event begins at 10 a.m. with the Yakama Nation Cultural Center 30th Anniversary Parade at the Yakama Nation Cultural Center; noon-4 p.m.: mural tours; 4-9 p.m: beer garden and from 6-9 p.m.: Lion’s Club Steak Feed. Cost for the steak feed is $12 at Pioneer Park. Info: 509-8653262.

Treaty Days and Yakama Nation Cultural Center’s 30th Anniversary Celebration Native American crafts, art, food, Fun/Run/Walk at RV Park, Parade and

information booths. Free admission to the museum. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. on Spiel-yi Loop. Info: 509-865-2800 or www.yakamamuseum.com.

YAKIMA Wonders Of Light Storytelling and song program by Nancy Stewart and MaryLee Sunseri.

Students can learn about natural and artificial light. 7 p.m. at the Yakima Valley Museum, 2105 Tieton Drive.

Free admission. Info: 509-248-0747 or www.yakimavalleymuseum.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 5 GOLDENDALE Ben Macy & Friends Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission.

Info. 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Jazz.)

Butterfly Garden Dedication Grand opening of the new native plant butterfly garden at Brooks Memorial State Park. Thirty-two species of butterflies have been documented at the park. 1 p.m. at Brooks Memorial Environmental Learning Center. Located 13 miles north of Goldendale, in the Simcoe Mountains in Klickitat County. Free admission.

Info: 509-773-4611 or www.goldendalechamber.org.

PROSSER Milbrandt Vineyards Anniversary Celebration Wine tasting, live music on the patio, food and fun. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. at the winery, 508 Cabernet Court.

Free admission. Info: 509-7880030, www.milbrandtvineyards.com.

TOPPENISH Mural In A Day Event begins with the Lion’s Club Breakfast at Pioneer Park from 7-9 a.m.; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mural painting, live music and entertainment;

Calendar 6-9 p.m. see an entire historical mural come to life as artists paint the town’s newest mural. Info: 509865-3262.

Mixed Martial Arts 6 p.m. at Yakama Nation Legends Casino, 580 Fort Road. Tickets: $22.50-$35. Info: 509-865-8800 or www.yakamalegends.com.

YAKIMA CoMotion Dance Recital 5 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, 19 S. Third St. Tickets: $9 at the CoMotion office 4001 Summitview Ave., suite 20 or $10 at the door. Info: 509-966-0676 or www.capitoltheatre.org. (Variety of dance styles.)

Gap2Gap Relay Race Relay race for adults held at the Yakima Greenway. Includes a fjeld run, mountain bike, canoe or rollerblade, road bike and run (5K or 10K) leg. Kids race for ages 6-14 years includes a run, bike, rollerblade, canoe (in pond), and obstacle course legs. 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Sarg Hubbard Park, 111 S. 18th St. Prices if registered after May 26: Iron: $60; Elite Sport: $40 per member plus $25; Corporate: $200: Junior Iron: $20; Team: $15 per member plus $10. Info: Jeff, 509-453-8280 or www.yakimagreenway.org.

Rock The Gap Classic rock, happy hour, silent auction, dinner and dancing. 5:30 p.m. at Sarg Hubbard Park on the Yakima Greenway. Tickets are $45 in advance, $50 at the door and include dinner, complimentary souvenir glass, and one drink. VIP Tables for 8 are $450 and include dinner, a souvenir glass, and a bottle of wine.

Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Yakima and Yakima Greenway Foundation.

Info: 509-453-8280 or www.yakimagreenway.org.

ZILLAH Two Mountain Winery’s Crew TMW Hands-on wine workshop that includes wine, appetizers in Two Mountain’s cellar. Cost: $90 per person or $160 per couple. 10 a.m. at the winery, 2151 Cheyne Road. Info: 509-829-3900 or www.twomountainwinery.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 6 GOLDENDALE Amanda Richards Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission.

Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Bohemian country.)

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Vineyard Tour at Columbia Crest Field trip to the vineyard and a formal tasting to follow. 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. at the winery, Highway 221 Columbia Crest Drive. Cost: $25 per person. Pre-registration required.

Info: 509-875-4227 or www.columbiacrest.com.

Tribal Jam IV Hosted by actor Wes Studi, comedy by James and Ernie, music by the Jim Boyd Band, Jana Mashonee and Robert Mirabel. 6 p.m. at Yakama Nation Legends Casino, 580 Fort Road. Tickets: $15. Info: 509-8658800 or www.yakamalegends.com.

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BICKLETON 100th Bickleton Pioneer Picnic & Rodeo Through June 13 Carousel rides, food and more.

Events begin 4 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.

Saturday and 8 a.m. on Sunday.

Admission: 12 years old and older: $7, 6-11, $3 and free for 5 and under. At Cleveland Park. The rodeo grounds are located four miles past Bickleton on Lee Street in Cleveland.

Info: 509-773-4611 or www.goldendalechamber.org.

GEORGE Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Through June 12 Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Wash. With special guest Joe Cocker.

7:30 p.m. Tickets available through www.livenation.com, all Ticketmaster outlets or by phone, 800-745-3000.

Annual Powi-Ya-Lux-Simit Pow Wow Through June 13 At the White Swan Pavilion on Mission Road. Info: Ezilda, 509-8655121 ext. 4504, 509-865-3262 or www.toppenish.net.

Annual All Indian Championship Rodeo Through June 13 At the White Swan Rodeo Grounds, one mile before White Swan on Fort Road. Info: 509-865-3262 or www. toppenish.net.

YAKIMA Footlites Dance Recital 6 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, 19 S. Third St. Free admission. Info: 509-697-9898 or www.capitoltheatre.org. (Ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and cheer.)

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Calendar Fun in the Sun Tournament Through June 13 Yakima Tennis Club, 2505 Fruitvale Boulevard. Adult tournament. Cost to register a team:$299 and free to spectators. Open to the public. Info: 509-248-2938, www.yakimatennis. com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 12 BICKLETON 100th Bickleton Pioneer Picnic & Rodeo See information on June 11 EASTON Fishing Derby for Kids For kids 14 and under. 7 a.m. at Easton Ponds. Info: Chuck White, 509-656-0180.

ELLENSBURG R/C Unlimiteds Model Hydroplanes Through June 13 Model Hydroplane “Rose Cup” at Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park, Umptanum Road and Interstate 90. R/C Unlimiteds is a group of hydroplane 1 enthusiasts who race /8-scale radiocontrolled models of Unlimited hydroplanes, of the past and present. Free to spectators. Info: 509-627-5520 or www.rcunlimiteds.org.

GEORGE Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers See information on June 11 GOLDENDALE John Nilsen Through June 13 Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission.

Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Jazz/classical/folk and rock.)

Summer Fun Day: Museum of Glass Mobile Hot Shop and Art by William Morris.

Picnic on the lawn; bring your own or purchase from Café Maryhill.

Artists will give glassblowing demonstrations, gallery walk and lecture.

The Glass Mobile Hot Shop will go through June 18 and art by William Morris through Sept. 6. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Maryhill Museum of Art, 35 Maryhill Museum Drive on State Route 14. Admission free for children under 17 with adult ($7) during Family Fun Day events. Info: 509-7733733, www.maryhillmuseum.org.

PROSSER Prosser Sportsfest Through June 13 Family event includes co-ed softball games played throughout the city and 3-on-3 basketball tournament for youth and adults. Downtown Prosser. Concessions on site. Info: Prosser Chamber of Commerce, 509786-3177 or register online at www. prosserchamber.org.

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Barbecue Showdown and Benefit Cost: $25 per person if purchased before June 1 and $40 after June 1.

Tickets limited. Includes a logo glass and the opportunity to sample barbecue. Live music. Proceeds benefit military troops. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at McKinley Springs, 1201 Alderdale Road. Info: 509-894-4528 or www. mckinleysprings.com.

UNION GAP Tractor Run To Zillah Tractors will travel to Zillah, have lunch and return. Tractors need to travel 8-10 mph and have at least one American flag and have a slowmoving vehicle triangle. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Meets at the Central Washington Agricultural Museum, 4508 Main St. Registration is free. Info: Eric, 509-833-4811.

Idol Contest: Union Gap Old Town Days Through June 13 Idol prescreening. 1-4 p.m. at Valley Mall. Contest will take place June 19 at Ahtanum Youth Park. Amateur singing contest for juniors, teens and adults. Info: 509-453-8631.

WHITE SWAN Fort Simcoe State Park Military Days Through June 13 Events include a flag raising ceremony at 1 p.m. followed by refreshments. Military displays from various periods of U.S. History. Civil war skirmishes on Saturday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and Sunday at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Open from 6:30 a.m. to dusk. At 5150 Fort Simcoe Road, 7 miles southwest of White Swan.

Info: Mike Mahaney, 509-874-2372.

YAKIMA Dave Peck Trio with Jeff Johnson and Joe La Barbera 7:30 p.m. at The Seasons, 101 N. Naches Ave. Cost: $15. Tickets available at The Seasons box office, 509-453-1888 or online at www.theseasonsyakima.com. (Jazz.)

Fun in the Sun Tournament See information on June 11 Melody Lane Showcase Children’s dance recital ages 5-18.

4 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, 19 S. Third St. Tickets: $8 at the Melody office, 2610 W. Nob Hill Blvd. or $10 at the door. Info: 509-248-9623 or www.capitoltheatre.org. (Creative dance, ballet, jazz, tap, and more.)

Yakima Area Arboretum Garden Tours Tour various local residential gardens. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $20 per person or $35 with lunch. Info: 509248-7337 or www.ahtrees.org.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 13 BICKLETON 100th Bickleton Pioneer Picnic & Rodeo See information on June 11 ELLENSBURG

YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Boise. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50.

Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Opening day. Fireworks.

R/C Unlimiteds Model Hydroplanes See information on June 12

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Annual Dachshunds on Parade Dog parade, races, pet tricks and costume contest. Breakfast with the Dogs Pancake Feed. Events begin at 8 a.m. Downtown Ellensburg off Fourth Avenue and Main Street. Info: 509-962-9799 or www.dachshundsonparade.com.

John Nilsen See information on June 12 UNION GAP Idol Contest: Union Gap Old Town Days See information on June 12 YAKIMA Fun in the Sun Tournament See information on June 11 The Ultimate Wine Experience Event includes dinner, live auction and wine sampling. Proceeds benefit the Central Washington State Fair’s historical buildings, Yakima Valley Community College Viticulture Program. 4 p.m. at State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. Cost: $125. Info: 509-248-7160.

FRIDAY, JUNE 18 CLE ELUM Upper Kittitas County Rotary Golf Tournament Suncadia, 3600 Suncadia Trail.

Noon shotgun start. Cost: $150 per person. Info: Dave Lockwood, 509674-0900 or www.cleelumroslyn.org.

Simple Supper Night at Kestrel Vintners Ethnic dinner for $15. June’s theme: Churrasco and Chimichuri (Argentina). At the winery, 2890 Lee Road in Prosser. Info: 509-786-2675 or www.kestrelwines.com.

SUNNYSIDE Hogue Classic Golf Tourney 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Black Rock Creek Golf Course, 311 Ray Road. Benefits the Wayne Hogue Capital Fund at Prosser Memorial Hospital Foundation. 18-hole scramble with a field of 124 players (4 players per team).

Cost: $100 individual or $400 per team. Entry fee due by June 11. Info: Fred E. Lamb, 509-788-6030 or www.pmh-foundation.com.

UNION GAP Idol Contest: Union Gap Old Town Days Idol prescreening. 5-8 p.m. at Valley Mall. Contest will take place June 19 at Ahtanum Youth Park. Amateur singing contest for juniors, teens and adults. Info: 509-453-8631.

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GOLDENDALE Father’s Day Weekend - 9th Annual Vineyard Walk at Maryhill Winery Through June 20 Wine tasting, walking the vineyards and live music on Saturday with RaChiChi and Sunday with Savant Garde from 1-5 p.m. At the winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Cost: $12 per person and includes a Vineyard Walk T-shirt.

Proceeds benefit the American Heart Association. Info. 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com.

PROSSER Prosser Scottish Fest and Highland Games Dance competition, heavy athletic games, traditional food and entertainment, and the infamous anvil launch. General admission: $8 and $5 for seniors and children 5-12.

Free parking. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Port of Benton Wine and Food Park in Prosser. Info: 509-786-3177 or www.prosserchamber.org.

ROSLYN Annual Discovery Days/Mt. to Sounds Two-day Seattle waterfront to Kittitas County Celebration. Cost to register: $40. Info: 206-633-1121 or www.mtsgreenway.org.

SUNNYSIDE Darigold Dairy Fair Day Family event and contests including: Cow milking, cow and pig calling and ice cream eating and petting zoo. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the dairy, 400 Alexander in Sunnyside. Free admission. Info: Tami, 509-8374321.

UNION GAP Union Gap Old Town Days Through June 20 Celebration begins with a parade on Main Street at 10 a.m. Blue Knights Poker Run registration from

Calendar 9-10 a.m. at Speed Motor Sports.

Events at Ahtanum Youth Park include: Bed race, live entertainment, food and game booths. Info: 509574-8031 or 509-480-7474.

Idol Contest: Union Gap Old Town Days Amateur singing contest for youths and adults. Begins at 1 p.m. at Ahtanum Youth Park. Finals takes place Sunday, June 20. Info: 509-5748031 or 509-480-7474.

YAKIMA Broadway Bound Recital 5 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, 19 S. Third St. Tickets: 509-698-3262 or www.capitoltheatre.org or bbdaselah.com. (Ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop.)

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Boise. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50.

Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com.

Yakima Valley Warriors Football Yakima vs. Ogden Knights. 7:15 p.m., Yakima Valley SunDome, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $12. Info: 800-325-7328 or www.yakimavalleywarriors.com.

YAKIMA Larson Gallery Guild Members’ Arts and Crafts Show Through July 7 At the gallery located at YVCC’s campus, South 16th Avenue and Nob Hill Boulevard. Opens with a reception from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Gallery is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Tuesday through Friday and 1-5 p.m.

Saturday. Info: 509-574-4875 or www.larsongallery.org.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Boise. 5:35 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50.

Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Father’s Day Celebration.

ZILLAH Father’s Day, Red Wine and Cigars Music and barbecue lunch available for purchase. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with lunch served from noon to 4 p.m. Silver Lake Winery, 1500 Vintage Road. Free admission. Info: 509-829-6235, www.silverlakewinery.com.

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Cowboy Up Dinner and Live Music Live music, cowboy poetry and authentic chuckwagon cuisine. Cost: $75 per person, western attire suggested. 6 p.m. Cherry Wood Bed, Breakfast and Barn, 3271 Roza Drive. Info: 509-829-3500.

YAKIMA YVCC Basketball Camp Through June 24 For boys and girls in grades 2-6. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sherar Gymnasium, Yakima Valley Community College, South 16th Avenue and Nob Hill Boulevard. Cost: $110 per person or ask for the family or team plan discount for $10 off each sibling or teammate registering at the same time. Daily camp is $35. Register online at www.yvcc.edu/athletics or 509-574-4726.

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goldendale Father’s Day Weekend: 9th Annual Vineyard Walk at Maryhill Winery See information on June 19 prosser Red Wine and Ribs Celebration Father’s Day event. All-you-can-eat ribs prepared by Picazo 7Seventeen, side dishes, and two glasses of beer or wine. Seating times available between 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

At Desert Wind Winery, 2258 Wine Country Rd. Cost: $25 per person, ($18 for guests ages 60 years and older). Tax and gratuity excluded.

Reservations: 509-786-7277 or www.desertwindwinery.com.

UNION GAP Union Gap Old Town Days See information on June 19 Idol Contest: Union Gap Old Town Days See information on June 19

YAKIMA YVCC Basketball Camp See information on June 21

Wednesday, June 23 YAKIMA YVCC Basketball Camp See information on June 21

Thursday, June 24 YAKIMA YVCC Basketball Camp See information on June 21

Friday, June 25 PROSSER Friday Night Supper Club $45 includes pre-dinner wine tasting and social hour as well as a three-course dinner; tax and gratuity excluded. 6 p.m. at Desert Wind Winery, 2258 Wine Country Rd. Reservations: 509-786-7277 or www. desertwindwinery.com.

ROSLYN “Final Friday” Music & Art Walk Art walk at local businesses in Roslyn with live music from 5-9 p.m.

Downtown Roslyn. Info: 509-6492551 or www.cleelumroslyn.org.

SaturdaY, JUNE 26 ELLENSBURG R/C Unlimiteds Model Hydroplanes Through June 27 Model Hydroplane “President’s Cup” at Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park, Umptanum Road and Interstate 90. R/C Unlimiteds is a group of hydroplane enthusiasts who race 1 /8-scale Radio Controlled models of Unlimited hydroplanes, of the past and present. Free to spectators. Info: 509-627-5520 or www.rcunlimiteds. org.

GOLDENDALE Kit Garoutte Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission.

Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Fingerstyle instrumentalist and singer.)

PROSSER Kestrel Festival Wine tasting and flight demos throughout the day. Interactive Raptor display, courtesy of the Raptor House in Toppenish. Lunch available for a fee from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; proceeds benefit the Raptor House Rehabilitation Center. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the winery, 2980 Lee Road. Info: 888-343-2675 or www.kestrelwines. com.

STEVENSON Brew, Blues and Barbecue Live blues music. Noon to 10 p.m. at Teo Park, 200 S.W. Cascade Ave. Cost: $10, includes your choice of plastic beer mug or wine glass for tasting. Scrip tickets needed to purchase all alcoholic beverages. Info: 509-427-8911 or www.cityofstevenson.com/brews.

TOPPENISH Dwight Yoakam 7 p.m. at Yakama Nation Legends Casino, 580 Fort Road. Tickets: $20, $25, $50. Info: 509-865-8800 or www.yakamalegends.com.

YAKIMA Mount Adams Cycling ClubPackwood Classic ride from Packwood to Paradise Loop. Info: Brian Cox, 509-833-2301 or www.mountadamscycling.org.

Sunshine and Wine Wine and food tasting from 2-4 p.m., dessert and auction from 4-6 p.m at State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair

Ave. Cost: $75 and includes food, wine, live music, and silent and live auction. Info: 509-248-7160 or www.sunshineandwine.com.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Vancouver. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Fireworks. Youth Baseball Appreciation Night.

Yakima Reds Yakima vs. Tacoma Tide. 7 p.m., Marquette Stadium, 5400 W. Chestnut Ave. Single ticket cost: $5 or seasons tickets: $40 or $20 for children 12 and under. Available online through www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/97104. Info: 509-453-2086 or www.yakimareds.com.

Yakima Valley Warriors Football Yakima vs. San Jose Wolves. 7:15 p.m., Yakima Valley SunDome, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $12. Info: 800-325-7328 or www.yakimavalleywarriors.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 27 ELLENSBURG R/C Unlimiteds Model Hydroplane See information on June 26 GOLDENDALE Andre St. James Trio Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission.

Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Jazz/R&B.) YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Vancouver. 5:35 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com.

MONDAY, June 28 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Vancouver. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Kids Eat Free.

YVCC Basketball Camp Through July 1 For boys and girls in grades 7-10.

8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sherar Gymnasium, Yakima Valley Community College, South 16th Avenue and Nob Hill Boulevard. Cost: $110 per person or ask for the family or team plan discount for $10 off each sibling or teammate registering at the same time. Daily camp is $35. Register online at www.yvcc.edu/athletics or 509-574-4726.

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Calendar TUESDAY, JUne 29 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Vancouver. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets.

YVCC Basketball Camp See information on June 28

Wednesday, june 30 GOLDENDALE Maryhill “Festival Of Speed” Through July 4 More than 200 top international gravity sports athletes from around the globe will push the limits of gravity induced speed during this five-day event. Begins at 8 a.m. and takes place on Maryhill Loops Road. Free to spectators. Info: www.maryhillfestivalofspeed.com.

YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Vancouver. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Bears Buck Wednesday.

YVCC Basketball Camp See information on June 28

thursday, July 1 GOLDENDALE Maryhill “Festival Of Speed” See information on June 30 PROSSER Cooking Class at Desert Wind Winery Class includes tasting portions of the food prepared, and two glasses of wine. 6 p.m. at Desert Wind Winery, 2258 Wine Country Rd. All classes are $45 per person and limited to 12 participants, unless otherwise noted. Info: 509-786-7277 or www. desertwindwinery.com.

YAKIMA YVCC Basketball Camp See information on June 28

Friday, July 2 GOLDENDALE Maryhill “Festival Of Speed” See information on June 30 TOPPENISH Toppenish Rodeo and Pow Wow Through July 3 Toppenish Rodeo Grounds.

Info: 509-865-3262 or www.toppenish.net.

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YAKIMA 4th of July Carnival Through July 4 Carnival opens from 5-10 p.m. July 2; 4-10 p.m. July 3; noon-midnight July 4. State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. Info: 509-248-7160 or www. yakimasundome.com.

saturdaY, july 3 CLE ELUM Heritage Festival Homemade ethnic food, music and refreshments. Ronald Community Club, one block off the Highway 903.

Cover charge. Info:509-674-5958.

Pioneer Days & Parade Through July 4 Youth fishing derby, 10K run and 5K walk, Idol contest and more.

Parade begins at 10 a.m. Saturday in downtown Cle Elum. Info: 509-6745958 or www.cleelumroslyn.org.

Queen’s Tea 12th AnnualCarpenter House Carpenter House, West Third Street and Billings Avenue in Cle Elum. Free admission. Takes place after the Pioneer Days parade. Open to the public. U.K.C. Historical Society. Info: 509-674-5958.

Taste of the Valley Street Fair Through July 5 Food, entertainment, arts and crafts and vendors. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday and from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. Downtown Cle Elum-Harris Avenue. Info: Patti, 509-6742388 or Renee, 509-674-1000.

GEORGE Lilith Tour Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Wash. 1 p.m. Main stage: Sarah McLachlan, Sugarland, Sheryl Crow, Erykah Badu, Colbie Caillat. Second stage: A Fine Frenzy, Grace Potter and The Nocturnals, Marina & The Diamonds. Third stage: Submarines, Ann Atomic, OurStage Winner. Acts subject to change. Tickets at www.livenation.com, all Ticketmaster outlets, or charge by phone at 800-745-3000.

GOLDENDALE Maryhill “Festival Of Speed” See information on June 30 David Correa and Cascada Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission.

Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com.

ROSLYN Roslyn Riders Play Day Roslyn Riders Area, Highway 903.

Horse activity play day. Info: Darci, 509-674-2008.

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SUNNYSIDE Old Fashioned 4th of July Festivities begin at 6 p.m. at Sunnyside High School stadium, 16th and Edison avenues. Info: 509-8375939 or www.sunnysidechamber. com/oldfashioned4thofjuly.htm.

TOPPENISH Toppenish Rodeo and Pow Wow See information on July 2 4th of July Wild West Parade 11 a.m., Downtown Toppenish.

Info: 509-865-3262 or www.toppenish.net.

Lions Club Pancake Breakfast Post Office Park, corner of Jefferson Avenue and South Alder Street.

Info: 509-865-3262 or www.toppenish.net YAKIMA Cherry Days Cherry tree cutting by George and Martha Washington, pit-spitting contests, walking tour, cherry tasting, hay rides, U-pick, chocolate-dipped cherries. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Barrett Orchards at Washington Fruit Place, 1209 Pecks Canyon Road. Free admission. Info: 509-966-1275 or www.treeripened.com.

4th of July Carnival See information on July 2 Yakima Reds Yakima vs. Spokane Spiders. 7 p.m., Marquette Stadium, 5400 W. Chestnut Ave. Single ticket cost: $5 or seasons tickets: $40 or $20 for children 12 and under. Available online through www.brownpapertickets.com/event/97104. Info: 509453-2086 or www.yakimareds.com

Sunday, july 4 CLE ELUM Pioneer Days Fireworks Viewable anywhere from the west end of Cle Elum. After dusk. Info: www.cleelumroslyn.org.

Bocce Ball Tournament Cle Elum-Roslyn High School field.

Registration begins at 11 a.m. with tournament to follow. Cost: $5. Info: Bob Cernick, 509-674-2503 or www. cleelumroslyn.org.

Kiwanis Fishing Derby Kittitas Youth Pond, access off South Oakes in Cle Elum. From 7 to 9 a.m. Free event for children 14 and under. Pond will be stocked by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Info: 509-674-5958 or www.cleelumroslyn.org.

Pioneer Day Breakfast Cle Elum Fireman’s Park, across South Cle Elum Bridge, behind baseball fields. 7 a.m. outdoor breakfast.

All you can eat pancakes, ham and

eggs, coffee or milk. Info: 509-6745958 or www.cleelumroslyn.org.

Taste of the Valley See information on July 4 GOLDENDALE Maryhill “Festival Of Speed” See information on June 30 Maryhill Family Fun Day Meet Smokey Bear and make a flag with muslin and fabric pens in the museum. Picnic on the lawn; bring your own or purchase from Café Maryhill. From 5-8 p.m. Live music and Light-tastic Laser Light Show to follow from 6-11 p.m. Maryhill Museum of Art, 35 Maryhill Museum Drive on State Route 14. Admission free for children under 17 with adult ($7) during Family Fun Day events.

Info: 509-773-3733 or www.maryhillmuseum.org.

Carlyle Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission.

Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com.

GRANGER 4th of July Dino-O-Mite Community Celebration Fireworks at 10 p.m. at Hisey Park, 505 Main St. Info: 509-854-2770.

ROSLYN Runner Stumbles 10K Run, 5K Walk Info: Dr. Paul Schmitt, 509-6745331.

YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Tri City. 5:35 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. 4th of July Celebration. Fireworks.

4th of July Carnival See information on July 2 4th of July Celebration, One World, One Valley, One Nation.

Children’s activities, water fun, carnival, vendors. Gates open at noon.

Stage entertainment begins at 3 p.m.

Fireworks at 10 p.m. State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. Ticket fees for carnival and Sundola rides. Info: www.yakima4thofjuly.org.

Mount Adams Cycling ClubNorth Fork Ride Classic ride through Wiley City and Tampico. Info: Brian Cox, 509-8332301 or www.mountadamscycling. org.

ZILLAH Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration Food, family fun and fireworks.

Stewart Park, 107 First Ave. Info: 509-829-5055 or Larry or Clayton, 509-790-7451 or www.cityofzillah.us.

Calendar MONDAY, JULY 5 GOLDENDALE Ben Macy & Friends Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission.

Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com.

YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Tri City. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Kids Eat Free.

TUESDAY, JULY 6 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Tri City. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets.

Wednesday, July 7 TIETON Artsvan Family Nights Project: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Come to Earth!â&#x20AC;? 6 to

8:30 p.m. at Tieton Park, Tieton Avenue and Elm St., Tieton. Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsofyakima.com.

YAKIMA Concerts in the Park Performance by the Yakima Community Band. Classical, jazz, Broadway tunes and marches. 7 p.m., Randall Park, between 44th and 48th avenues, south of Nob Hill Boulevard.

Bring blankets/chairs. Free admission.

Info: Gary Peterson, 509-965-2115 or www.yakimacommunityband.com.

Thursday, July 8 yakima Artsvan Family Nights Project: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Come to Earth!â&#x20AC;? 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, 2105 S. Tieton Drive. Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsofyakima.com.

Emil Viklicky 7:30 p.m. at The Seasons, 101 N. Naches Ave. Cost: $15. Tickets available at The Seasons box office, 509453-1888. Info: www.theseasonsyakima.com.

Summer Sunset Concert Series Music by Black Biscuit. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, 20th Avenue

and Tieton Drive. Free admission.

Info: 509-575-6020.

Center, Bobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Keg & Cork, The Depot, Santiagoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Buhrmaster Bakery, and the North Town Coffeehouse. Info: 509-248-0747 or www.yakimafolklife.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 9 GOLDENDALE Washington State Mounted Shooters Golden Summer Rendezvous Through July 11 Klickitat County Fairgrounds. A Charter Club of the Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association. Info: Lorraine, 509-773-0567 or www.washingtonstatemountedshooters.com.

YAKIMA Bicycle Eclectic Through Oct. 24 Adventure Cycling Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s national bicycle touring portrait collection. Yakima Valley Museum, 2105 Tieton Drive. Museum admission: $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, children 5 and under are free, and families are $12. Info: 509-248-0747 or www.yakimavalleymuseum.org.

Yakima Folklife Festival Through July 11 Music and arts festival. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities, Medieval Village, vendors. Admission free. Yakima Valley Museum, 2105 Tieton Drive. Downtown performances at: Yakima Sports

Friday Night Glow Ball Outings Play 9-holes of golf in the dark using your glow ball and the aid of glow sticks to mark the fairways and holes. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave. Event begins at 8 p.m.

Cost: $25. Must register one week prior. Info: 509-575-6020.

Saturday, July 10 CLE ELUM Rails to Ales Brewfest 4 to 10 p.m., South Cle Elum Depot. (21 and older event). Tickets: $15 in advance or $20 at the gate.

Limited to 1,500 tickets total. Available through www.brownpapertickets.com/event/95563. Info: Lynne Thomas, 509-674-6231 or www. railstoalesbrewfest.com.

ELLENSBURG R/C Unlimiteds Model Hydroplanes Through July 11 Model Hydroplane â&#x20AC;&#x153;Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cupâ&#x20AC;? at Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park, Umptanum Road and Interstate 90. R/C Unlimiteds is a group

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Many downtown Yakima businesses are offering lively and fun entertainment options this summer. Expect live music, wine tasting, great food, family events and much, much more!

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Calendar of hydroplane enthusiasts who race 1 /8-scale Radio Controlled models of Unlimited hydroplanes, of the past and present. Free to spectators.

Info: 509-627-5520 or www.rcunlimiteds.org.

GOLDENDALE Community Days Old fashioned family fun complete with a parade on Columbus Avenue, vintage Car Show on Main Street by the Goldendale Motorsports Association, and family activities and entertainment. 10:30 a.m. on Klickitat County Courthouse Lawn, 205 S. Columbus Ave. Info: 509-773-3400 or www.goldendalechamber.org.

Train Live concert. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. at Maryhill Winery & Amphitheatre, 9774 Highway 14. Tickets: $35-$70 through www.ticketmaster. com or 509-453-7139. Info: www. maryhillwinery.com/events.asp.

Washington State Mounted Shooters Golden Summer Rendezvous See information on July 9 Tampico Tampico Grey Rock 50K Trail Run The 7 a.m. run includes a 6,000 ft. elevation gain/loss and spectacular views of Mount Rainier and Mount Adams. Out-and-back trail 30 miles west of Yakima. Entry fee: 50K is $55 or $65 after June 30th; 25K is $40 or $50 after June 30th; 12K is $25 or $35 after June 30. Info: 509969-6814 or www.ahtanumvalleymuseum.org/greyrock.htm.

ROSLYN Run To Roslyn 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at Roslyn City Park.

Open to all makes and models. Cost: $20. Info: Ivan & Claudia Osmonovich, 509-674-2233.

YAKIMA Summer Campfire Program Connie Espect presents, “CHEHST Museum.” Old campers from years gone by to the present. 7 p.m. at Yakima Sportsman Park, 904 University Parkway. Admission and parking are free. Info: 509-575-2774.

Yakima Folklife Festival See information on July 9

Sunday, July 11 ELLENSBURG R/C Unlimiteds Model Hydroplanes See information on July 10 GOLDENDALE Washington State Mounted Shooters Golden Summer Rendezvous See information on July 9 RaChiChi Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live 46

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Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Blues/jazz.)

YAKIMA Yakima Folklife Festival See information on July 9

Monday, July 12 CLE ELUM Fresh Air Artist Festival-High Country Artist Through July 16 Featuring demonstrations, artists, workshops, wine tasting, and a juried art show at the Carpenter House Museum, 301 W. Third St., Cle Elum.

Hosted by the High Country Artists.

Upper County Locations. Registration varies. Info: 509-674-9766 or www.highcountryartists.com.

TUESDAY, JULY 13 CLE ELUM Fresh Air Artist Festival-High Country Artist See information on July 12 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Everett. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Information: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night.

Wednesday, July 14 CLE ELUM Fresh Air Artist Festival-High Country Artist See information on July 12 TIETON Artsvan Family Nights Project: “Stellar Constellations.”

6 to 8:30 p.m. at Tieton Park, Tieton Avenue and Elm St., Tieton. Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsofyakima.com.

YAKIMA Concerts in the Park Performance by the Yakima Community Band. Classical, jazz, Broadway tunes and marches. 7 p.m. at Randall Park, between 44th and 48th avenues, south of Nob Hill Boulevard.

Bring blankets/chairs. Free admission.

Info: Gary Peterson, 509-965-2115 or www.yakimacommunityband.com.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Everett. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Bear Buck Wednesday.

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TOPPENISH Joan Jett and the Blackhearts 7 p.m. at Yakama Nation Legends Casino, 580 Fort Road. Tickets: $20, $25, $35. Info: 509-865-8800 or www.yakamalegends.com. (Rock.)

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Concerts in the Park Performance by the Yakima Community Band. Classical, jazz, Broadway tunes and marches. 7 p.m. at Toppenish Railroad Park, at the corner of Toppenish and Asotin avenues.

Bring blankets/chairs. Free admission.

Info: Gary Peterson, 509-965-2115 or www.yakimacommunityband.com.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Everett. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Family Feast.

YAKIMA Artsvan Family Nights Project: “Come to Earth!” 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, 2105 S. Tieton Drive. Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsofyakima.com.

Kings of Leon 7:30 p.m. at Gorge Amphitheater in George, Wash. Tickets: $35.50, $39.50. On sale through www.livenation.com, www.ticketmaster.com or by phone, 800-745-3000. (Alternative rock/indie rock.)

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Everett. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Thirsty Thursday Ladies Night.

Bluestone Jazz Trio Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission.

Info. 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Blues/jazz.)

Yakima Reds Yakima vs. Vancouver Whitecaps Residency. 7 p.m., Marquette Stadium, 5400 W. Chestnut Ave. Single ticket cost: $5 or seasons tickets: $40 or $20 for children 12 and under. Available online through www. brownpapertickets.com/event/97104.

Info: 509-453-2086 or www.yakimareds.com.

Summer Sunset Concert Series Music by KC Jazz. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, 20th Avenue and Tieton Drive. Free admission.

Info: 509-575-6020. (Jazz/Brazilian jazz.)

Friday, July 16 CLE ELUM Fresh Air Artist Festival-High Country Artist See information on July 12 Annual Bill Peare Life Support Golf Classic Invitational Suncadia Resort, 3600 Suncadia Trail, Cle Elum. Sponsor registrations available. Cost for a team of four: $3,000 Includes: one (1) team of four (4) players, signage, tournament gifts, Nike dollars, eight (8) dinner tickets to the awards party following the tournament, acknowledgment in the golf program, newspaper and on the Life Support website. Info: 509304-5055 or www.lifesupporti90.org.

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NACHES Nile Valley Days Through July 18 Annual community celebration with food booths, displays, kid’s games, egg-toss, live entertainment, Lions’ Bingo, black-powder demonstrations, horseshoe tournaments, rescue demonstrations by Central WA Mountain Rescue, a Civil War encampment and demonstration in full uniform, and amateur wood events including the spike drive, cross-cut saw, woodsplitting, and axe throw. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jim Sprick Park, State Route 410. Info: 509-653-2165 (RJ’s Tires ask for Randy) or www.nachesvalleychamber.com.

PATERSON-PROSSER Horse Heaven Hills Wine Growers Trail Drive Music, food and wine. From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Columbia Crest Winery, Highway 221 Columbia Crest Drive. Barbecue will take place at Crow Butte Park from 6 to 8 p.m.

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Calendar PROSSER Annual Art Walk and Wine Gala Live music, more than 30 Northwest artists, food vendors and local wine. 6 to 10 p.m. in Downtown Prosser. Tickets: $15. Only 21 and older. (Only 600 tickets available).

Info: 800-408-1517 or www.prosserchamber.org.

Prosser Fly-In Through July 18 Saturday breakfast, lunch, barbecue dinner and Sunday morning breakfast. Free admission. Raffle prizes and free commercial display areas will also be available. Prosser Airport.

Sponsored by the EAA Chapter 1466 and the Port of Benton. Info: 509786-2053 or www.wing-nuts.org.

YAKIMA Summer Campfire Program Ric Cole presents “Klondike Ric,” tales from Yesteryear. See the many hats and dress designs from the past. 7 p.m., Yakima Sportsman Park, 904 University Parkway. Admission and parking are free. Info: 509575-2774.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Everett. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Mark Reynolds Bobblehead Giveaway. Military Night.

Yakima Reds Yakima vs. Abbotsford Mariners.

7 p.m., Marquette Stadium, 5400 W. Chestnut Ave. Single ticket cost: $5 or seasons tickets: $40 or $20 for children 12 and under. Available online through www.brownpapertickets.com/event/97104. Info: 509453-2086 or www.yakimareds.com.

Mount Adams Cycling Club — Seattle-Portland Through July 18 200-mile event hosted by the Cascade Bicycle Club. Event may be completed in two days. Info: Brian Cox, 509-833-2301 or www.mountadamscycling.org.

Yakima Valley City Fest with Luis Palau Through July 18 Live entertainment, action sports and a family fun zone. State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. Free admission. Info: Patrick Johnson, 509-6549385 or www.yakimavalleycityfest. com.

TOPPENISH Gladys Knight 7 p.m. at Yakama Nation Legends Casino, 580 Fort Road. Tickets: $22.50, $35, $50. Info: 509-8658800 or www.yakamalegends.com.

(R&B/soul.)

YAKIMA Mount Adams Cycling Club — Seattle-Portland See information on July 17 Yakima Valley City Fest with Luis Palau See information on July 17 ROSLYN Croatian Picnic Noon to 5 p.m. at Roslyn Park.

Info: Geri Ash, 509-649-2732 or www.cleelumroslyn.org.

YAKIMA Outdoor Summer Cinema “Charlotte’s Web,” rated G. 8:30 p.m. (begins at sunset) at Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave. Free admission with a canned good for Northwest Harvest. Info: 509-9660930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

MONDAY, JULY 19 GOLDENDALE Summer Art Institute: Telling Our Stories.

Through July 23 Week-long workshop. Taught by Colleen Schafroth, with guest artists, Jason Greene, Cathleen Rehfeld and Richard Quigley. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Maryhill Museum of Art, 35 Maryhill Museum Drive on State Route 14.

Pre-payment is $75 (applied to your balance due); Non-credit $200; 3 graduate credits through the Graduate School of Education/Continuing Education at Portland State University: $375; 30 clock hours through Washington State Education Service District #105 (ESD 105): $260.

Info: 509-773-3733 or www.maryhillmuseum.org.

YAKIMA Yakima Valley Jr. Champs Tournament (Tennis) Through July 21 Yakima Tennis Club, 2505 Fruitvale Boulevard. Open to the public. Info: 509-248-2938 or www.yakimatennis. com.

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Wednesday, July 21 TIETON Artsvan Family Nights Project: “Metallic Stars.” 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Tieton Park, Tieton Avenue and Elm St., Tieton. Free admission.

Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsofyakima.com.

YAKIMA Concerts in the Park Performance by the Yakima Community Band. Classical, jazz, Broadway tunes and marches. 7 p.m. at Randall Park, between 44th and 48th avenues, south of Nob Hill Boulevard.

Bring blankets/chairs. Free admission.

Info: Gary Peterson, 509-965-2115 or www.yakimacommunityband.com.

Yakima Valley Jr. Champs Tournament (Tennis) See information on July 19

Thursday, July 22 GOLDENDALE Lecture and Book Signing: Wild Beauty: Photographs of the Columbia River Gorge, 1867–1957.

Meet writer and designer John Laursen. Free with museum admission. 7 p.m. at Maryhill Museum of Art, 35 Maryhill Museum Drive on State Route 14. Info: 509-773-3733 or www.maryhillmuseum.org.

STEVENSON Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival Through July 25 Four days of live bluegrass music and dancing. Skamania County Fairgrounds, 650 Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson. Weekend pass: $50. Camping passes available. Event begins Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday at 4 p.m., Saturday at 9 a.m. and Sunday at 10 a.m. Info: 509-427-3979 or www. columbiagorgebluegrass.net.

Yakima Artsvan Family Nights Project: “Metallic Stars.” 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, 2105 Tieton Drive. Free admission. Info: 509966-0930 or www.alliedartsofyakima. com.

Summer Sunset Concert Series Camille Bloom. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, 20th Avenue and Tieton Drive. Free admission. Info: 509-575-6020. (Folk rock.)

FRIDAY, JULY 23 roslyn Moosefest 2009: “Northern Exposure” Fan Festival Through July 25 An informal event for fans of Northern Exposure. Proceeds from the event go towards local charities. Reg-

istration limited to 150. Cost: $165 adults, $199 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under free. Info: www.moosefest.org.

STEVENSON Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival See information on July 22 YAKIMA Outdoor Summer Cinema “Monsters vs. Aliens,” rated PG. 8:30 p.m. (begins at sunset) at Randall Park, 44th and 48th Avenues, south of Nob Hill Boulevard. Free admission with a canned good for Northwest Harvest. Info: 509-9660930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 24 GOLDENDALE Rhythm Culture Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission.

Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Reggae.) roslyn Moosefest 2009: “Northern Exposure” Fan Festival See information on July 23 STEVENSON Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival See information on July 22 YAKIMA Mount Adams Cycling ClubCottonwood Canyon Area Classic ride to the Cottonwood Canyon Area. Info: Brian Cox, 509833-2301 or www.mountadamscycling.org.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Boise. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50.

Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Fireworks. Cancer Awareness Night.

Yakima Reds Yakima vs. Washington Crossfire.

7 p.m., Marquette Stadium, 5400 W. Chestnut Ave. Single ticket cost: $5 or seasons tickets: $40 or $20 for children 12 and under. Available online through www.brownpapertickets.com/event/97104. Info: 509453-2086 or www.yakimareds.com.

Summer Campfire Program Gary Lentz, a park ranger at Lewis and Clark Trail State Park, presents “The Flora of David Douglas.” 7 p.m. at Yakima Sportsman Park, 904 University Parkway. Admission and parking are free. Info: 509-575-2774.

Sunday, July 25 GOLDENDALE Dawnya Clarine Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live

CALENDAR music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission. Info: 509-773-1976 or www. maryhillwinery.com. (Pop/blues/reggae and jazz.) roslyn Moosefest 2009: “Northern Exposure” Fan Festival See information on July 23 STEVENSON Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival See information on July 22 YAKIMA Outdoor Summer Cinema “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” rated PG. 8:30 p.m. (begins at sunset) at Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave. Free admission with a canned good for Northwest Harvest. Info: 509-9660930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Boise. 5:35 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears. com. Christmas in July. Faith Night.

MONDAY, JULY 26 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Boise. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears. com. Kids Eat Free.

Wednesday, July 28 TIETON Artsvan Family Nights Project: “3D Paper UFOs.” 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Tieton Park, Tieton Avenue and Elm St., Tieton. Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsofyakima.com.

YAKIMA Concerts in the Park Performance by the Yakima Community Band. Classical, jazz, Broadway tunes and marches. 7 p.m. at Randall Park, Between 44th and 48th avenues, south of Nob Hill Boulevard.

Bring blankets/chairs. Free admission.

Info: Gary Peterson, 509-965-2115 or www.yakimacommunityband.com.

Thursday, July 29 YAKIMA Annual Vintiques Northwest Nationals Through Aug. 1 Swap meet, poker run, drag races, show and shine, car games, antique show, live music. State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. Info: www.vintiques.com.

Artsvan Family Nights Project: “3D Paper UFOs.” 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, 2105

Tieton Drive. Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsofyakima.com.

Summer Sunset Concert Series Music by Palm. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, 20th Avenue and Tieton Drive. Free admission. Info: 509-575-6020. (Rock classics.)

Friday, JULY 30 ELLENSBURG Jazz in the Valley Through Aug.1 Live jazz performances in 10 venues throughout downtown Ellensburg.

Festival passes: $35. Day and evening passes: $10 and $15. Available July 1. Info: Ellensburg Chamber of Commerce, 888-925-2204 or 509925-3137 or www.jazzinthevalley. com.

ROSLYN “Final Friday” Music & Art Walk Art walks at local businesses in Roslyn with live music from 5-9 p.m.

Downtown Roslyn. Info: 509-6492551 or www.cleelumroslyn.org.

YAKIMA Annual Vintiques Northwest Nationals See information on July 29 Outdoor Summer Cinema “Where the Wild Things Are,” rated PG. 8:30 p.m. (begins at sunset) at Randall Park, 44th and 48th Avenues, south of Nob Hill Boulevard.

Free admission with a canned good for Northwest Harvest. Info: 509966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima. org.

SATURDAY, JULY 31 ELLENSBURG Jazz in the Valley See information on July 30 The Ellensburg Sprint Triathlon Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park off Umptanum and I-90. Swimming will be done in a local park, biking and the run in Ellensburg. Cost to register before July 17: $60 or $85 for Relay 2 person or $90 Relay 3 person.

After July 17th add $10. Register online at www.buduracing.com or www.signmeup.com/67348. Info: 206-920-3983.

GOLDENDALE Jackson Browne Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Maryhill Winery & Amphitheatre, 9774 Highway 14. Tickets through Ticketmaster, 509-453-7139 or www.ticketmaster. com.

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CALENDAR TOPPENISH Mixed Martial Arts 6 p.m. at Yakama Nation Legends Casino, 580 Fort Road. Tickets: $22.50, $35, $75. Info: 509-8658800 or www.yakamalegends.com.

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Fun with Glass Saturday, June 12 | 1 to 4 p.m.

Watch the creative process unfold as artists give glass blowing demos and answer questions about the art and science of glass. Explore stained glass by young artists in the EyeSee Activity Room, and make art with colorful acetate and paper.

The Mobile Hot Shop, straight from Tacoma’s Museum of Glass, will be on site June 12-18 with demos daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sponsored by the Walter Bailey Foundation and Judy Kelley.

Fourth of July at Maryhill Sunday, July 4 | 5 to 10 p.m.

Add some sparkle to your Fourth at Maryhill. Meet Smokey Bear, make your own flag and enjoy an awesome laser light show projected onto the museum building.

Bring a picnic or purchase one from Café Maryhill.

Maryhill Arts Festival Saturday, August 21 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, August 22 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Artist vendors, live music, hands-on art for kids, sun viewing with the Goldendale Astronomy Club and more! Enjoy a free performance of Shakespeare’s “The Comedy of Errors” in the Sculpture Garden at 7 p.m. on Saturday, August 21.

Family Fun programs are FREE. Admission to the museum during Family Fun programs is free for children under 17 with one paid adult admission.

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Annual Vintiques Northwest National See information on July 29 Summer Campfire Program Ric Cole presents “Klondike Ric,” tales from Yesteryear. High adventure in the Klondike. 7 p.m. at Yakima Sportsman Park, 904 University Parkway. Admission and parking are free.

Info: 509-575-2774.

SUNDAY, AUG. 1 ELLENSBURG Whisky Dick Triathlon The 8:30 a.m. race starts at the Columbia River and travels into historic Ellensburg. A catered meal will be provided after the race. All family members are welcome. Please include an additional fee for each non-participant. For entry fees or to register, call 206-920-3983 or visit www.whiskydick.com.

Jazz in the Valley See information on July 30.

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Vineyard Tour at Columbia Crest Join a field trip to the estate vineyard of Columbia Crest. The tour is from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Hwy. 221, Columbia Crest Drive.

Pre-registration required. Tour will be repeated the first Sunday of each month through August. Cost: $25.

Info: 888-309-WINE or visit www. columbiacrest.com.

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Annual Vintiques Northwest National See information on July 29.

Outdoor Summer Cinema “Curious George,” rated G. 8:30 p.m. (begins at sunset) at Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave. Free admission with donation of one canned good for Northwest Harvest.

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Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Eugene. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or visit www.yakimabears.com. Kids eat free.

TUESDAY, AUG. 3 YAKIMA/SURROUNDING CITIES National Night Out Events A crime/drug prevention event for the family, will be held at the following locations (all events are free) Yakima Police Athletic League (PAL) — 4 to 8 p.m., 602 N. 4th St. Info: 509-575-6180.

Southeast Community Center Park — 5 to 8 p.m., N. 7th and E. Arlingtonstreets, Yakima. Info: 509-2482021, x112.

Franklin Pool — 2102 S. Tieton Drive, Yakima. Swim in a safe and funfilled environment: 5 to 7 p.m., and 7:15 to 9 p.m. Info: 509-575-6035.

Louden Park — 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., 4th and Pine Streets in Union Gap. Info: Scott Steinloski, 509-4807636.

Selah — Block watch groups will have five block parties. Call the police department at 509-698-7347 to inquire about the nearest location.

Parker Heights Property Owners Assn. and Buena/Zillah Property Owners Assn. — 6 to 8 p.m., at the Parker Heights EPIC facility at the intersection of Yakima Valley Hwy. and Konnowac Pass Rd. Info: 509877-3151.

Zillah — 6 to 9 p.m., Loges Park, Railroad Avenue and Seventh Street.

Info: 509-829-3760.

Wapato City Park — 1000 S. Camas Ave., 6 to 9 p.m. Info: Angela Stiner, 509-877-4275.

Toppenish — 6 to 8 p.m., swimming at the City Pool, 20 Asotin Ave. Info: 509-865-2220.

Granger — 6 to 8 p.m., at Granger City Park on Main Street. Info: 509-854-2656.

Sunnyside — 5 to 9 p.m., Central Park, 559 S. Fourth St. Info: 509837-2120 or www.ci.sunnyside. wa.us.

Grandview — 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Westside Park, 601 W. Second St. Info: 509-882-2000 or 509-8400119.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Eugene. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Fire sprinkler awareness night.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 4 TIETON ArtsVan Family Nights Project: “Planetscapes.” 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Tieton Park, Tieton Avenue and Elm Street, Tieton.

Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

CALENDAR YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Eugene. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Bear Buck Wednesday.

Concerts in the Park Performances by the Yakima Community Band. Classical, jazz, Broadway tunes and marches. 7 p.m. at Randall Park, between 44th and 48th avenues, south of Nob Hill Boulevard.

Bring blankets/chairs. Free admission.

Info: Gary Peterson, 509-965-2115 or www.yakimacommunityband.com.

THURSDAY, AUG. 5 PROSSER Cooking Class at Desert Wind Winery Join Guest Chef Marguerite Marceau Henderson, cookbook author and owner of Cucina in Park City, Utah from 6 to 8 p.m. for an Italianinspired menu at the winery, 2258 Wine Country Road. Cost: $45 per person and includes class, tasting portions and two glasses of wine.

Space is limited. Info: 509-7867277 or www.desertwindwinery.com.

7 p.m. on the first Friday of each month. Info: 509-962-7240 or www. ellensburgarts.com.

GOLDENDALE Annual Backyard Blues Bash Through Aug. 7 Two days of music, dancing, camping and barbecue at Pine Springs Resort, 2471 Hwy. 97 in Goldendale.

On Friday at 7 p.m., Blues Attitude is hosting a Blues Jam till Midnight.

On Saturday, starting at Noon, featured artists include: Ravinwolf, Kevin Selfe & The Tornadoes, Mary McPage Band, Tuck Foster & The Blues In Revue, Too Slim & The Taildraggers and Tess Barr Blues Band. Cost is $45 per person for both days. Camping is free. Call to Reserve. Info: 509773-4434 or www.pinespringsresort. net.

TOPPENISH Toppenish Junior Rodeo Largest junior rodeo in the Northwest. Kids under 18 participate in goat tying, cow roping, bull riding and more at the Toppenish Rodeo Grounds, 600 S. Division St. Food vendors. Begins at 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Info: 509-865-3262 or www.toppenishjrrodeo.com.

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Concerts in the Park Performances by the Yakima Community Band. Classical, jazz, Broadway tunes and marches. 7 p.m. at Wixson Park, 214 S. Third St. Bring blankets/chairs. Free admission. Info: Gary Peterson, 509-965-2115 or www.yakimacommunityband.com.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Eugene. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Fireworks. Drawstring bag giveaway. Family Feast.

YAKIMA Summer Sunset Concert Series Alice Stuart and The Formerly’s — Blues/Folk. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, 20th Avenue and Tieton Drive. Free admission. Info: 509-575-6020.

ArtsVan Family Nights Project: “Planetscapes.” 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Tieton Park, Tieton Avenue and Elm Street, Tieton. Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930 or www. alliedartsyakima.org.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Eugene. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Thirsty Thursday.

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SATURDAY, AUG. 7 CLE ELUM/ROSLYN Black Pioneer Picnic At Roslyn Park. Info: 509-7493569.

Centennial Center Steak Feed At Centennial Center, 719 E. Third St., Cle Elum. Info: 509-674-7530.

3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Downtown Cle Elum. Info: Eric Terrill, 509-674-3798 or www. cleelumedfoundation.org.

Courage Classic Bicycle Tour Snoqualmie Pass, Blewett Pass, Stevens Pass.The Courage Classic Bicycle Tour (174 miles) was created as a fundraising ride to support the Rotary Endowment for the Interven-

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Breakfast in the Park 5K Family Fun Run/Walk Stan Fortier/Jim Parker – Guitar/vocals – Five Decades of Hits Food and Craft Vendors open.

Kids Games Open. “General Grant’s Train.” Pony Rides.

Parade – Downtown Moxee @ Charron and Iler Streets “Banda Music” – Main Stage “Mr. and Mrs. Giggles” In the Park Live Music “TBA” – Main Stage “Dave Ettl Magic” – In the Park “Ranger the Re-Arrangers” – Gypsy Jazz – Main Stage Live Music “TBA” – Main Stage “Stan Fortier & Jim Parker” – Classic Hits – Main Stage “Wayman Chapman Band” – R & B – Main Stage “Toby Bradley” – Home Grown Country – Main Stage “Outstanding Service Award” – Main Stage “Raffle Drawing” – Main Stage “Wiseblood” – Classic Rock Music – Main Stage “Shelley and the Curves” – Seattle’s Best Top 40 Show Band – Beer Garden Stage Karaoke – Main Stage

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Friday Night Glow Ball Outings Play 9-holes of golf in the dark using your glow ball and the aid of glow sticks to mark the fairways and holes. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave. Event begins at 8 p.m.

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View the Indian artifact display from the Tribes that lived here many years ago.

See the pictorial history of the pioneer settlers who began to arrive in 1872.

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Three day event. Info: Mark Grantor 253-403-4374 or www.multicare. org/home/courage-classic.

ELLENSBURG First Saturday Birdwalk Grab your binoculars and cameras and meet down at the Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park parking lot, Umptanum Road and I-90, at 8 a.m. to explore the bird wildlife in the Ellensburg area. Free. Info: 509-964-2320 or www.kittitasaudubon.org.

GOLDENDALE Annual Backyard Blues Bash See information on Aug. 6.

Natalie Merchant 7 p.m. on the Maryhill amphitheater stage. The winery is located in Goldendale on Highway 14. Prices: $39.50 general seating, $49.50 reserved seating and $135.00 for rail seating. Info: 509-773-0586 or www. maryhillwinery.com.

PROSSER Winemaker Dinner at McKinley Springs Enjoy a menu with a Caribbean flair at McKinley Springs, 1201 Alderdale Road, prepared by Chef Big John Caudill. Info: 509-894-4528 or www. mckinleysprings.com.

TOPPENISH Toppenish Junior Rodeo See information on Aug. 6 YAKIMA Gilbert Cellarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anniversary Party Celebrate the tasting rooms 3rd anniversary in business with the rest of the Gilbert Cellars family.

Live music and complimentary hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres, 6 p.m., downtown Yakima, 5 N. Front St., Suite 100. Info: 509249-9049 or visit www.gilbertcellars. com.

Summer Campfire Program Members of the Yakima County Search and Rescue, plus its K9 team.

7 p.m. at Yakima Sportsman Park, 904 Keys Road. Admission and parking are free. Info: 509-575-2774.

Outdoor Summer Cinema â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kiddinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aroundâ&#x20AC;? Martial Arts Night and a Movie â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Karate Kid,â&#x20AC;? rated PG. 8:30 p.m. (begins at sunset) at Randall Park, 44th and 48th Avenues, south of Nob Hill Boulevard.

There will be a Martial Arts demonstration prior to the movie provided by Sensei Ernie Brenneke of Pro-ACTION Family Martial Arts. Free admission with donation of one canned good for Northwest Harvest. Info: 509-9660930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

ZILLAH Dinner and a Movie at Two Mountain Winery Bring your favorite lawnchair or blanket to Two Mountain Winery,

2151 Cheyne Road, and enjoy our outdoor movie series. Includes a catered dinner and a glass of wine followed by a private screening of Bottle Shock outside the winery.

Starts at 7:30 p.m., and cost is $25 per person. Info: 509-829-3900 or www.twomountainwinery.com.

SUNDAY, AUG. 8 GOLDENDALE The Kris Orlowski Band Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1 to 5 p.m. Free admission.

Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Guitar/Pop/Folk).

TOPPENISH Toppenish Junior Rodeo See information on Aug. 6 YAKIMA Outdoor Summer Cinema â&#x20AC;&#x153;Twilight: New Moonâ&#x20AC;? rated PG13. 8:30 p.m. (begins at sunset) at Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave. Free admission with donation of one canned good for Northwest Harvest.

Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

MONDAY, AUG. 9 CLE ELUM/ROSLYN Courage Classic Bicycle Tour Snoqualmie Pass, Blewett Pass, Stevens Pass. Info: Mark Grantor 253-403-4374 or www.multicare. org/home/courage-classic.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 11 TIETON ArtsVan Family Nights Project: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rockets.â&#x20AC;? 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Tieton Park, Tieton Avenue and Elm Street, Tieton. Free admission.

Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Spokane. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Bear Buck Wednesday.

Concerts in the Park Performance by the Yakima Community Band. Classical, jazz, Broadway tunes and marches. 7 p.m. at Randall Park, between 44th and 48th avenues, south of Nob Hill Boulevard.

Bring blankets/chairs. Free admission.

Info: Gary Peterson, 509-965-2115 or www.yakimacommunityband.com.

CALENDAR THURSDAY, AUG. 12 GRANDVIEW Yakima Valley Fair Parade The parade, which starts at Grandview Middle School, 1401 W. Second St., begins at 6:30 p.m. The route ends at Welch’s parking lot on South Elm. Info: 509-882-2100 or www. visitgrandview.org/events/grandviewparade.

TOPPENISH Concerts in the Park Performance by the Yakima Community Band. Classical, jazz, Broadway tunes and marches. 7 p.m. at Toppenish Railroad Park, the corner of Toppenish and Asotin avenues.

Bring blankets/chairs. Free admission.

Info: Gary Peterson, 509-965-2115 or www.yakimacommunityband.com.

YAKIMA Summer Sunset Concert Series Stephen Ashbrook —Pop/Folk/ Country. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, 20th Avenue and Tieton Drive. Free admission. Info: 509575-6020.

ArtsVan Family Nights Project: “Rockets.” 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Franklin Park, S. 21st Ave., and Tieton Drive. Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Spokane. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Thirsty Thursday.

FRIDAY, AUG. 13 YAKIMA Outdoor Summer Cinema “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs,” rated PG. 8:30 p.m. (begins at sunset) at Randall Park, 44th and 48th Avenues, south of Nob Hill Boulevard. Free admission with a canned good for Northwest Harvest. Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Spokane. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Family Feast.

SATURDAY, AUG. 14 GOLDENDALE The Side Project Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission. Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Alternative/Pop).

GRANDVIEW Grandview Car Show In conjunction with the Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo Event. There is a $500 grand prize, trophies, activities for kids, doors prizes and cash prizes. Two free Fair passes issued for each vehicle entered. Open to all vehicle makes, models and years, including farm trucks and tractors.

Gates open at 8 a.m., judging from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Country Park Fair Grounds, 812 Wallace Way. Cost is $15 per car, $10 per motorcycle, $5 extra charge on day of show. Info: Mike Bradshaw at 509-786-8250 or www.visitgrandview.org/events/grandview-car-show.

PROSSER Prosser Wine and Food Fair Thirty wineries, 20 area caterers, two local breweries, and two live bands. 2 to 8 p.m. at Washington State University Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center, 24106 N. Bunn Road, approximately three miles north of Art Fiker Stadium. Park in town and ride shuttle buses to the fair. Tickets: $20 presale, $25 the day of the event.

No minors or pets allowed on the grounds. Info: 509-786-4545 or 800-408-1517 or www.prosserchamber.org.

YAKIMA Summer Campfire Program SCE Old Time Country Band.

Sounds from the past, 7 p.m. at Yakima Sportsman Park, 904 Keys Road.

Admission and parking are free. Info: 509-575-2774.

Dive ‘N’ Movie at Franklin Pool Turn a day at the pool into a night at the movies. Catch the movie Jaws on a giant inflatable screen while floating on a tube under the stars at Franklin Pool. The movie is free with your pool admission. Bring your own tube. Starts at 8:30 p.m. Info: 509575-6020.

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June 26 & 27, 10am - 5pm Howard Amon Park, Richland Featuring over 90 stage performances a day, including jousting, plays, puppets, jugglers, dancers, magicians and musicians.

Lots of demonstrations, “grounds” activities, games and street performances as well.

Over 60 period merchants.

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SUNDAY, AUG. 15 GOLDENDALE Heather Keizur and Steve Christofferson Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission. Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Jazz).

YAKIMA Outdoor Summer Cinema “The Muppets Take Manhattan,” rated G. 8:30 p.m. (begins at sunset) at Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave. Free admission with donation of one canned good for Northwest Harvest.

Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

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CALENDAR THURSDAY, AUG. 19 GOLDENDALE Klickitat County Fair and Rodeo Through Aug. 22 Adults $6, Senior Citizens $5 (62 & over), ages 6-12 are $4, kids age six and under are free when accompanied by adult.

Info: 509-773-3559 or www.klickitatcountyfair.com.

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0 Gary Puckett Concert –

Gary returns to Union Gap, June 20th

0 Old Town Days Parade – Starts at Main Street

Kids parade starts at 9:45am, Old Town Days parade starts at 10:00am

0 Second Annual Open Invitational Show and Shine

Sponsored by Yakima Valley Sports Car Club – Proceeds benefit Wishes and Dreams Foundation

0 Poker Run - Ride the Wine Country

Sponsored by Yakima Blue Knights Motor Cycle Club with help of American Cancer Society - the Discovery Shop Volunteers – Proceeds benefit local 15 year old Cancer victim

0 Old Town Days Bed Race

Sponsored by Union Gap Youth Council – Proceeds to benefit youth in the community

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GOLDENDALE Klickitat County Fair and Rodeo See Information on Aug. 19 TOPPENISH Toppenish Western Art Show Through Aug. 22 Three-day event at Railroad Park, 10 Asotin Ave. More than 35 artists display their art for sale. On Saturday, the Kids n’ Art is at 9 a.m.; silent auction from 1 to 3 p.m., quick draw at 4 p.m. and scholarship auction at 5 p.m. The art show’s event hours are Friday noon to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. Info: 509-865-3262 or www.toppenish. net.

13th Annual Rail and Steam Show Caboose rides, railway historical displays in museum and rail yard, speeder rides, railroad memorabilia for sale. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Northern Pacific Railway Museum, 10 Asotin Ave. Held in conjunction with the Toppenish Western Art Show.

Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children under 12 years. Info: Judy at 509-865-1911 or www.nprymusuem. org.

YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Salem-Keizer. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Family Feast.

ZILLAH Bluegrass Pickin’ Days Through Aug. 22 Bluegrass, a three-day event, includes music, food, and fun for the whole family at Stewart Park, 119 First Ave. Hours: Friday 5 to 9 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free camping, some with electric. All shows are free.

Info: 509-790-7451 or www.washingtonbluegrassassociation.org/festivals.php#august.

SATURDAY, AUG. 21 CLE ELUM/ROSLYN Cruise Cle Elum Downtown Cle Elum. Info: 509674-5948 www.cleelumroslyn.org.

ELLENSBURG Rodeo/Fair Kickoff Breakfast and Junior Rodeo Parade Chefs from the Ellensburg Rodeo Board, Kittitas County Fair Board and Ellensburg Rotary Club will be on hand to serve up breakfast.

Cost for breakfast will be a non-perishable food item or a cash donation to the F.I.S.H. (Friends in Service to Humanity) foodbank. There will also be entertainment, contests and the crowning of the best dressed cowgirl and cowboy as well as the presence of the 2010 Ellensburg Rodeo Royal Court. The breakfast runs from 7 to 10 a.m. The City of Ellensburg Parks and Recreation Department Kid’s Parade will follow.. Info: 800-6372444 or www.kittitascountyfair.com/ other/breakfast.asp.

GOLDENDALE The Comedy of Errors by the Portland Actors Ensemble Part of Shakespeare-in-the-Parks program, which makes classical theater accessible to audiences in non-traditional environments. 7 p.m. in the Sculpture Garden at Maryhill Museum of Art. Maryhill Museum of Art, south of Goldendale on State Route 14, 35 Maryhill Museum Drive.

Free admission. Info: 509-773-3733 or www.maryhillmuseum.org.

Klickitat County Fair and Rodeo See Information on Aug. 19 Wayman Chapman Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission. Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (R&B/Funk).

TOPPENISH Toppenish Western Art Show See information on Aug. 20 13th Annual Rail and Steam Show See information on Aug. 20 UNION GAP Antique Farm Exposition Through Aug. 22 A large display of antique farm equipment, demonstrations, wheat thrashing, sawmill, blacksmithing, apple packing, and more. There is a daily parade of antique tractors and farm equipment. Runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Central Washington Agricultural Museum at Fullbright Park, 4508 Main St., Union Gap. Info: Todd, 509-453-2395.

YAKIMA Case of the Blues and All That Jazz For the 21 and over crowd only.

Jazz and blues bands perform at Sarg Hubbard Park on the Greenway, 111 S. 18th St. Northwest wines and

CALENDAR microbrews, and fine food available for purchase. Fundraiser for Yakima Greenway Foundation and Junior League of Yakima. Info: Sally, 509453-8280 or www.yakimagreenway. org.

Summer Campfire Program Members of the Yakima County Search and Rescue, plus its K9 team.

7 p.m. at Yakima Sportsman Park, 904 Keys Road. Admission and parking are free. Info: 509-575-2774.

Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Salem-Keizer. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com.

ZILLAH Bluegrass Pickin’ Days See information on Aug. 20

SUNDAY, AUG. 22 GOLDENDALE Klickitat County Fair and Rodeo See Information on Aug. 19 Bluestone Jazz Trio Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission. Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Blues/Jazz).

TOPPENISH Toppenish Western Art Show See information on Aug. 20 13th Annual Rail and Steam Show See information on Aug. 20 UNION GAP Antique Farm Exposition See information on Aug. 21 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Salem-Keizer. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com.

ZILLAH Bluegrass Pickin’ Days See information on Aug. 20

MONDAY, AUG. 23 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Salem-Keizer. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Kids eat free.

TUESDAY, AUG. 24 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Salem-Keizer. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start

at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. KRAFT Singles Tuesday night tickets.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 25 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Spokane. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Bear Buck Wednesday.

THURSDAY, AUG. 26 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Spokane. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Thirsty Thursday.

FRIDAY, AUG. 27 CLE ELUM/ROSLYN Final Friday Live Music and Art Walk Downtown Roslyn. Info: 509-6492551.

Crazy for Quilts Show Downtown Roslyn. Info: 509-6493777 or www.thecrazyquiltshop.com.

PROSSER Friday Night Supper Club — Desert Wind Winery Join Desert Wind for their 2010 Supper Club Series. Social hour begins at 6 p.m.; first course served at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $45, which includes pre-dinner wine tasting and social hour as well as a three-course dinner; tax and gratuity excluded.

The winery is located at 2258 Wine Country Rd. Info: 509-786-7277 or www.desertwindwinery.com.

TIETON Tieton Community Days Through Aug. 29 Mighty Tieton and Tieton City community parade, crafts, food, Mexican dancing horses, music, and fun for the entire family. Tieton City Square.

Hours are Friday: 4 to 8 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: Karen, 509-4942009 or www.nachesvalleychamber. com/orgs/tietoncommunitydays.html.

TOPPENISH 8th Annual Pow Wow, Rodeo and Stick Game Tournament Yakama Nation Legends Casino will host the 7th Annual Pow Wow, Rodeo, and Stick Game Tournament.

Free event except for rodeo.

Located at 580 Fort Road. Info: 1-877-7COME-11 or www.yakamalegends.com/entertainment.

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CALENDAR YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Spokane. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Family Feast.

SATURDAY, AUG. 28 CLE ELUM/ROSLYN Crazy for Quilts Show See information on Aug. 27 ELLENSBURG Ellensburg Junior Rodeo Info: 800-637-2444.

10th Annual Life Support Dinner Auction Info: Cheri, 509-304-5055.

GOLDENDALE Earth, Wind and Fire 7 p.m. Maryhill Winery & Amphitheatre, 9774 Highway 14. Ticket prices: $49.50 general admission, $69.50 reserved seating and $135 for rail seating. Info: 1-877-MARYHILL or local 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com.

TIETON Tieton Community Days See information on Aug. 26 TOPPENISH 8th Annual Pow Wow, Rodeo and Stick Game Tournament See information on Aug. 27 YAKIMA Hot Shots 3-On-3 Basketball Tournament Yakimaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in downtown Yakima. Hoopsters hit the streets of downtown Yakima to play in this outdoor event. Teams compete in youth, high school, and adult divisions. Info: 509-575-3010 or www.yakimahotshots.org.

Summer Campfire Program Live raptor demonstration. 7 p.m. at Yakima Sportsman State Park, 904 S. 33rd St. Admission and parking are free. Bring chairs. Info: 509575-2774.

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CLE ELUM/ROSLYN Crazy for Quilts Show See information on Aug. 27 GOLDENDALE Portland Groove Collective Maryhill Winery, 9774 State Route Highway 14 in Goldendale. Live music from 1-5 p.m. Free admission. Info: 509-773-1976 or www.maryhillwinery.com. (Jazz/Rock).

TIETON Tieton Community Days See information on Aug. 26

TOPPENISH 8th Annual Pow Wow, Rodeo and Stick Game Tournament See information on Aug. 27 YAKIMA Hot Shots 3-On-3 Basketball Tournament See Aug. 28 information.

TUESDAY, AUG. 31 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Tri-Cities. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. KRAFT Singles Tuesday night tickets.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 1 YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Tri-Cities. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. Bear Buck Wednesday

THURSDAY, SEPT. 2 ELLENSBURG Kittitas County Fair Through Sept. 6 The five-day event is held each Labor Day weekend, at the fairgrounds, and includes agricultural exhibits and competitions, a four-day rodeo and a gathering of Yakama Indians takes place.

Cost: $7 adult (13 and over), $4 child (6-12), $4 senior citizen (65 and older), free for five and younger.

Info: 800-426-5340 or www.kittitascountyfair.com.

YAKIMA Yakima Bears Yakima vs. Tri-Cities. 7:05 p.m., State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. General admission tickets start at $6.50. Info: 509-457-5151 or www. yakimabears.com. Fan Appreciation Night. Fireworks.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 3 ELLENSBURG First Friday Art Walk Local galleries and businesses exhibiting local and national artists.

Art Walk venues are open from 5 to 7 p.m. on the first Friday of each month. Info: 509-962-7240 or www. ellensburgarts.com.

Kittitas County Fair See information on Sept. 2

CALENDAR MONDAY, SEPT. 6 CLE ELUM/ROSLYN 12th Annual Coal Minerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Festival See information on Sept. 5

Ellensburg Rodeo See information Sept. 3 PROSSER

Fashion Front Fashion Show to benefit Rodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House will be at 5 p.m., downtown Yakima, N. Front St. Cost is $30 in advance and $35 at the door.

Besides the fashion show, there will be beer, wine, food and craft booths, along with entertainment.

Info: 509-452-0611 or www.yakimafashionfront.com.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 4

Prosser States Day Celebration and Parade Food vendors, bingo, dunk tank, stage show and full carnival in the City Park. 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. 10 a.m. parade Monday (Labor Day).

Headlining this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s States Day entertainment is the Zuva Marimba Band from Yakima. The group will be performing on Sylvan Stage at 1 p.m.

Info: 509-786-3177 or www.prosserchamber.org.

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Kittitas County Fair See information on Sept. 2 Ellensburg Rodeo See information on Sept. 3 ZILLAH Dinner and a Movie at Two Mountain Winery Wine lovers are invited to bring their favorite lawn chair or blanket and enjoy our outdoor movie series.

The night includes a catered dinner and a glass of wine followed by a private screening of Oceans 11 outside of our winery, 2151 Cheyne Road. Dinner at 7:30 p.m., movie at dusk. Cost: $25 per person. Info: 509-829-3900 or www.twomountainwinery.com.

YAKIMA Cowiche Canyon Juried Exhibit Through Oct. 28 Opening reception 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Sept. 9 in the Peggy Lewis Gallery at the Allied Arts Center, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave. Gallery hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Free admission. Info: 509-966-0930 or www.alliedartsyakima.org.

SunDome Volleyball Festival Through Sept. 11 Area and state high school teams participate in the annual volleyball tournament at the Yakima Valley SunDome, 1301 S. Fair Ave. Info: 509-248-7160 or www.visityakima. com/yakima-sports/yakima-sportsevents.asp.

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Downtown Roslyn.

Info: 509-649-3105.

Sportsmansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Days Through Sept. 12 Three-day family event begins at 5 p.m. Friday at Naches Middle School and at Applewood Park, 105 W. 4th St. Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; parade on Saturday at 10 a.m. Event hours: Friday: 5 to 10 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Info: Don at 509-965-1745, donaldk652@aol.com or www.nachesvalleychamber.com/orgs/sportsmansdays.html.

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First Saturday Birdwalk Grab your binoculars and cameras and meet down at the Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park parking lot at 8 a.m. to explore the bird wildlife in the Ellensburg area. Free. Info: www.kittitasaudubon.org.

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Ellensburg Rodeo Through Sept. 6 The Ellensburg Rodeo has earned its place as one of Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Top 25 professional rodeos. Started in 1923, the rodeo has grown from a local competition among ranch hands to a professional event with more than 500 contestants and prize money in excess of $250,000. Located at the fairgrounds in Ellensburg, University Way and Eighth Avenue. Info: 800637-2444 or www.ellensburgrodeo. com.

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CALENDAR SATURDAY, SEPT. 11 NACHES Sportsmans’ Days See information on Sept. 10 PROSSER A Night Out — Denim and Diamonds Charity event with a live auction, gourmet dinner and entertainment.

Dance with DJ music by Dan Burns 3D Productions. Sponsored by “A Night Out” and the Prosser Memorial Hospital Foundation. Cost: $125 for single, $250 per couple and $1,200 for a table of 8. From 4:30 p.m. to midnight. Yellow Rose Nursery and Display Gardens, 600 Merlot Drive.

Info: 509-788-6042.

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Celebration to commemorate Mexico’s quest for independence from Spain with Charro competition, Mexican folklore dancers, and live music. Food vendors and arts and crafts vendors will be on site as well.

This event will be at the Toppenish Rodeo Grounds, 600 S. Division Street. Info: 509-865-3262 or www. toppenish.net.

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Tractor Run to Harrah The Central Washington Agricultural Museum is having a tractor run leaving from the Agricultural Museum, 4508 Main St., in Union Gap at 7 a.m. and traveling to Harrah to be part of the Harrah Festival and then return. Free to enter. Tractors need to travel 8-10 mph, have at least one American flag, and have a slow-moving vehicle triangle. Info: Eric, 509833-4811.

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YAKIMA Walk for Joe Fundraiser The Association for Community Living is sponsoring the Walk for Joe, an annual fundraising event in memory of Joe Halford, a 55 year old developmentally disabled man known as the man with the coffee cup, walking all over Yakima making friends. This walk retraces Joe’s daily coffee route.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. at Lions Park. The Walk-athon starts at 10 a.m. followed by a barbecue at Lions Park from noon to 2 p.m.

Cost: $15 per person. Info: Cheri, 509-966-1998.

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SunDome Volleyball Festival See information on Sept. 9 Skewered Apple BBQ Championship Open national competition with $35,000 in prize money. Beer and wine garden. Open to the public.

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and enjoy tastings of meats, veggies, desserts, and other goodies. Cooking demonstrations. Downtown Yakima, North Front Street. Live music. Info: 509-248-0747 or www.skeweredapple.com.

ZILLAH Not Just a Farmers Market Zillah’s harvest celebration, Forty to sixty vendors sell local produce, wood furniture, arts and crafts, food, and many unique items.

There is live entertainment all day long which varies from bands to dance groups. Info: Ken, 509-8296888.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 12 NACHES Sportsmans’ Days See information on Sept. 10 TOPPENISH Fiestas Patrias!

See information on Sept. 11 YAKIMA Skewered Apple BBQ Championship See information on Sept. 11

FRIDAY, SEPT. 17 GOLDENDALE Goldendale Festival of Wheels Through Sept. 19 The 6th Annual Goldendale Festival of Wheels will be held throughout Goldendale, downtown, and Pine Springs Resort. Admission is free to downtown activities. Event features the Goldendale Motorsports Association Car Show on Main Street, downtown street fair, motorcycle rally at Pine Springs Resort, Eddieville Play Day, and live entertainment. Info: 509-773-3400 or www.goldendalechamber.org/festival-of-wheels.

SUNNYSIDE Sunnyside Sunshine Days Through Sept. 19 Events will include the Sunshine Days Parade, the Miss Sunnyside Pageant, and a variety of vendors and booths. Downtown Sunnyside.

The 12th Annual Sunnyside Soap Box Derby will also take place during Sunshine Days. Info: 800-457-8089 or www.sunnysidechamber.com.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 18 ELLENSBURG 4th Annual Eat at Joe’s Fundraiser Memorial Dinner 5:30 to 9 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. Live portion of the auction including Wine Frenzy and Poker Battle at 8:15 p.m.

Tickets are $25 each. Info: 509-6079398 or www.eat-at-joes.org.

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SUNDAY, SEPT. 19 ELLENSBURG Old Time Threshing Bee and Tractor Show See information on Sept. 18 YAKIMA Tractor Run to Kittitas See information on Sept. 18 GOLDENDALE Goldendale Festival of Wheels See information on Sept. 17 SUNNYSIDE Sunnyside Sunshine Days See information on Sept. 17

MONDAY, SEPT. 20 GOLDENDALE Goldendale Festival of Wheels See information on Sept. 18

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CLE ELUM/ROSLYN Final Friday Live Music and Art Walk Downtown Roslyn, 5 to 8 p.m. Info: 509-649-2551.

PROSSER Prosser Balloon Rally Watch 35 rainbow-colored balloons take flight with launches scheduled at 6:30 a.m. all three days (weather permitting) from the Prosser Airport. A Night Glow, where the balloons will be anchored and displaying their colors, will kick off at dusk Saturday evening at Fiker Stadium. Free admission.

Info: 800-408-1517 or www.prosserballoonrally.org.

Harvest Festival When the balloons are not flying, come into historic downtown Prosser and take in the Harvest Festival. More than 50 vendors of custom handmade arts and crafts will be featured and food will be available. Hours are: Friday: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a wide variety of music and dance acts on the main stage downtown. Info: 800-408-1517 or www.prosserchamber.org.

Catch the Crush A celebration of harvest and crush in the heart of Washington Wine Country. Join the member Columbia Valley wineries for grape stomps, crush tours, harvest viewing, hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres, live music, and, of course, wine tasting from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free. Prosser area wineries. Info: 866-360-6611.

Milbrandt Vineyards Patio Party Second annual patio party from 5 to 8 p.m. at 508 Cabernet Court.

Live music, wine, and tapas on the patio. Info: 509-788-0030.

YAKIMA Central Washington State Fair Through Oct. 3 Annual agricultural fair featuring livestock exhibitions, concerts, rodeo, car racing, demolition derby, commercial exhibits food concessions, carnival rides, and games at State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave. Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays.

Prices: $12 adult (13-64), $9 senior (65 plus), $7 youth (6-12), five and under free. Info: 509-248-7160 or www.fairfun.com.

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Old Time Threshing Bee and Tractor Show Through Sept. 19 Breakfast hosted by Rodeo City Kiwanis at the cost of $5 per person at Olmstead State Park, East of Ellensburg. Lunch will be offered by 4-H Council. There are crafts and demonstrations scheduled. There is a $1 donation for entry. Info: Curtis Bull, 509-962-2222.

Paint Ellensburg Gallery Oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Paint Ellensburg event takes place the third Saturday of September in downtown Ellensburg.

Artists are invited from across the region to come and participate by creating art in public. Info: 509-9252670.

YAKIMA Tractor Run to Kittitas Through Sept. 19 The Central Washington Agricultural Museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual two-day Ellensburg Canyon Tractor Run will depart at 7 a.m., across Hwy. 821 at the south end of Yakima Canyon from Sundown M Ranch, travel through the Yakima/ Ellensburg Canyon to Kittitas with an overnight stay. Free to enter. Tractors need to travel 8-10 mph, have at least one American flag, and have a slow-moving vehicle triangle. Info: Eric, 509-833-4811.

GOLDENDALE Goldendale Festival of Wheels See information on Sept. 17 PROSSER Fall Citywide Yard Sale More than 25 vendors expected with hundreds of treasure hunters looking for that â&#x20AC;&#x153;one of a kind find.â&#x20AC;?

Runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Depot Square, 1230 Bennett Ave. Info: 509-786-3177.

SUNNYSIDE Sun and Shine Car Show 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., with cars and motorcycles at Central Park in conjunction with Sunshine Days. Photos, breakfast, door prizes, DJ, goody bags and trophies. Info: 509-839-7678.

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CALENDAR SATURDAY, SEPT. 25 PATERSON Catch the Crush at Columbia Crest Winery Through Sept. 26 Harvest celebration with live music, wine tasting, and winery tours. Sample grapes fresh from the vineyards.

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Street Painting Artists of all ages can participate in the Street Painting Festival. Chalk blocks are available for $5. Create your own masterpiece and paint the town. Info: 800-408-1517 or (509) 786-3177 during regular business hours or www.prosserchamber.org.

Prosser Balloon Rally See information on Sept. 24 Harvest Festival See information on Sept. 24 Catch the Crush See information on Sept. 24

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Start time from Yakima on Saturday is 7:30 a.m., returning Sunday at 5 p.m. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a two-day bike trek from Yakima to Prosser and back, 120 miles. Cost: $110. All proceeds go to Kiwanis community and youth service projects. This event coincides with the Hot Air Balloon Festival and the Harvest Festival in Prosser. Registration includes a gourmet dinner, the balloon glow, overnight camping (indoor and outdoor), baggage transportation, meals and break stops. Info: Kimberly, 509-972-4384.

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YAKIMA Sunfair Parade 49th Annual Sunfair Parade. 10 a.m. from South 16th Avenue going down Yakima Avenue. Marching bands, equestrians, clowns, beautiful floats and more. Info: Gene Dawson,

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SUNDAY, SEPT. 26 PATERSON Catch the Crush at Columbia Crest Winery See information on Sept. 25 PROSSER Prosser Balloon Rally See information on Sept. 24 Harvest Festival See information on Sept. 24 Street Painting See information on Sept. 24 Catch the Crush See information on Sept. 24 YAKIMA/PROSSER Kiwanis Wine Country Trek See information on Sept. 25

MONDAY, SEPT. 27 YAKIMA Central Washington State Fair See information on Sept. 24

TUESDAY, SEPT. 28 YAKIMA Central Washington State Fair See information on Sept. 24

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 29 YAKIMA Central Washington State Fair See information on Sept. 24

THURSDAY, SEPT. 30 YAKIMA Central Washington State Fair See information on Sept. 24

FRIDAY, OCT. 1 YAKIMA Central Washington State Fair See information on Sept. 24

SATURDAY, OCT. 2 YAKIMA Central Washington State Fair See information on Sept. 24

SUNDAY, OCT. 3 YAKIMA Central Washington State Fair See information on Sept. 24

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Golfers can also partake in some of the best golf the Northwest has to offer, thanks to several courses in the region.

Apple Tree, just nine miles west of downtown Yakima, remains one of the top courses not only in the state but the Northwest.

That 18-hole layout in the West Valley area has been joined by another top-flight facility — the Prospector Golf Course at Suncadia Resort — not far off of Interstate 90 near Cle Elum.

Apple Tree has received a four-star rating (out of five) by Golf Digest, with its signature par 3 17th hole also earning accolades. The hole, featuring an apple-shaped island green, was named one of the region’s best par 3s by The Seattle Times, and

one of the state’s top 18 holes by Washington CEO magazine.

Prospector, part of the ever-expanding Suncadia development that includes The Lodge at Suncadia and The Inn at Suncadia, was immediately hailed as one of the best public courses in the country when it opened in 2006.

Golf Digest selected it one of the best new public courses in the country that year, and in 2007, Golf Week magazine named it one of the top 50 new courses in the country.

That course will be joined by a second public golf partner when Rope Rider, designed by former PGA Tour pro Peter Jacobsen and his partner Jim Hardy, opens this fall.

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garner most of the attention, they are not the only quality courses available to golfers visiting the Valley, with many providing more affordable alternatives.

SunTides, along Highway 12 heading to Naches, Mount Adams in Toppenish, and Black Rock Creek in Sunnyside are all full 18hole courses that offer their own distinct challenges at a lower cost than Apple Tree and Suncadia’s Prospector Course.

Don’t have time for a four-

hour round? No problem.

Yakima’s Westwood West and Fisher Park, and Selah’s River Ridge are shorter, nine-hole courses that offer pleasant opportunities where golfers can squeeze in a quick nine- or 18hole tour.

With the Valley’s favorable climate, golfers can also hit one of those courses in warm, sunny weather long after the summer has passed.

— Dave Thomas

Golf Course Directory Cherry Hill Family Golf Center 530 Cherry Hill Road, Granger, 509-854-1800. A 9-hole executive course (par 30). Public driving range, 35 tees, half with grass, half with mats. Practice bunker, chipping green, restaurant.

The Course at Black Rock Creek 31 Ray Road, Sunnyside, 509837-5340. Public, 18 holes. Driving range, pull- and power-cart rentals, restaurant, lounge, showers.

Desert Aire Golf Course No. 3 Clubhouse Way, Mattawa, 509-932-4439. Public, 18 holes.

Power- and pull-cart rentals, club rentals, driving range, putting green, pro shop.

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Fisher Park Golf Course South 40th Avenue and West Arlington Street, Yakima, 509-5756075. Public, nine holes, all par-3.

Pull-cart and club rentals. No tee times, players play on first-come, first-served basis.

Goldendale Country Club 1901 N. Columbus Ave., Goldendale, 509-773-4705. Semiprivate, nine holes, with some separate tee boxes. Power- and pull-cart rentals, pro shop, snack bar.

Mount Adams Country Club 1250 Rocky Ford Road (off Highway 97), Toppenish, 509-865-4440.

Semiprivate, 18 holes. Power- and pull-cart rentals, snack bar, driving range, putting green and pro shop.

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The Prospector Course at Suncadia 3600 Suncadia Trail, Cle Elum, 866-715-5050 or visit www.suncadiaresort.com. Public, 18 holes. Powercart rentals, snack bar, driving range, putting green and pro shop.

River Ridge Golf Course 295 Golf Course Loop Road, Selah. 509-697-8323. Public, nine holes. Putting green, restaurant and pro shop.

Sun Country Golf Resort Golf Course Road, Cle Elum, 509674-2226. Public, nine holes with some separate tee boxes. Putting green, club rentals, power- and some pull-cart rentals.

SunTides Golf Course 231 Pence Road, Yakima, 509966-9065. Public, 18 holes. Driving range, putting and chipping greens,

pro shop, restaurant and lounge, power- and pull-carts, club rentals, RV park.

Westwood West Golf Course 6408 Tieton Drive, Yakima, 509966-0890. Public, nine holes. Driving range, putting green, snack bar, power and pull-carts, club rentals.

Yakima Country Club 500 Country Club Road, Yakima, 509-452-2266. Private, 18 holes.

Food and liquor available, pro shop, two driving ranges, three putting greens, pull-carts.

Yakima Elks Golf Course Golf Course Road, Selah, 509697-7177. Private, 18 holes. Powerand pull-cart rentals, restaurant and bar, driving range, putting green and pro shop.

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