MOSES LAKE — Veterans Day celebrations and holiday kickoffs are in the works for this week in the Columbia Basin. If you have an event you’d like included in upcoming calendars, email it to editor@columbiabasinherald.com.  

Nov. 9 

Rocky Ford Band 

Come enjoy classic rock, classic country, bluegrass and folk music for an evening of fun, dancing and entertainment. Dinner is 5-6 p.m.; band plays from 6 to 9 p.m. Cost is $7 per person. Moses Lake Senior Center, 608 E. Third Ave. Info: 509-765-7809. 

Nov. 10 

Hank Cramer in concert 

Join the Quincy Valley Historical Society for a unique opportunity to reflect, remember and honor veterans with renowned Northwest folk singer Hank Cramer. Admission is free, but a $10 donation is suggested to help Cramer cover his travel expenses. 4 p.m. at the Quincy Valley Museum, 415 F St. SW. Info: 509-787-4685. 

Nov. 11 - Veterans Day 

Veterans pancake breakfast  

Join Brookdale Hearthstone for a red, white and blue-themed pancake breakfast to honor all who served our country. No charge. 8-10 a.m. at Brookdale Hearthstone Moses Lake, 905 S. Pioneer Way. Info: 509-765-2121.

Veterans Day parade 

American Legion Art Semro Post 28 will lead a parade through downtown Ephrata, with a rifle salute to mark the armistice that ended World War I. A luncheon at the post will follow. Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. in front of the Grant County Courthouse. Info: 509-989-4417. 

Nov. 13  

Tanyalee Davis: ‘Unstoppable Me’  

Tanyalee Davis is a 3-foot 6-inch standup comedian who inspires, enlightens and entertains her audience while headlining at comedy clubs, theaters and festivals around the world. Tanylaee holds the Guinness World Record for the shortest comedian, has appeared on "Live at The Apollo," worked on the "Austin Powers" films, recently released a documentary, and is currently touring across the U.S, U.K. and Canada. Admission is $15. 8:30 p.m. at Moore Brewing Company, 302 W. Broadway Ave., Moses Lake. Info: 509-707-0192.  

Nov. 14  

Grant County LEAD Summit  

Join leaders and stakeholders from public and taxing entities across Grant County for a summit focused on enhancing communication, collaboration and planning for the future. This event is an opportunity to network with stakeholders, discuss new legislation, share insights and exchange ideas that will shape the growth of our community. Admission is $25. Sponsored by Grant County, Grant County PUD, Banner Bank and the Grant County Economic Development Council. 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. at the Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: 509-765-3581.  

Singo 

Singo is a new and exciting musical spin on the traditional game of Bingo. Instead of listening for a number, players are listening to their favorite music. Each player receives a free Singo card printed with the titles of popular songs. While Singo randomly plays song clips, players can sing along and mark matching song titles on their cards. The first player to mark five songs in a row and to shout "Singo" wins the round. Admission is free and prizes will be awarded. 6 p.m. at the Moses Lake Taproom, 530 W. Valley Road. Info: 509-707-0052. 

Nov. 15  

Members Exhibition opening 

The Members Exhibition celebrates the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center’s members with an exhibition of homegrown artistic talent in a wide variety of media. The exhibit will open with a reception catered by Paradise and featuring live music from Jon White. Stick around for Art After Hours, where participants will make a button Christmas tree ornament. Exhibition runs through Dec. 27. Reception begins at 4 p.m., Art After Hours at 6:30 p.m. at the museum’s main gallery, 406 S. Balsam St. Info: 509-764-3830. 

Downtown tree lighting  

Kick off the holiday season with local shopping, food and community spirit. Sponsored by the Downtown Moses Lake Association; 4 p.m. holiday crafts, scavenger hunt, hot cocoa and photos with Santa, 5:45 tree lighting at Sinkiuse Square, Moses Lake. Info: www.downtownmoseslake.org.  

Nov. 15-16, 18-19  

‘The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical”  

Based on the popular Percy Jackson books, the musical follows Percy, a teenager who discovers he's the son of the Greek sea god Poseidon, as he embarks on a quest to prevent a war among the gods. Along the way, he and his friends face mythological creatures and race against time to save the world. Evening performances $12 general or $15 reserved, matinees $12 general, $12 reserved. Matinees 2 p.m., evening performances 7 p.m. at Moses Lake High School, 803 E. Sharon Ave. Tickets: https://bit.ly/MLHSLightningThief2024.