BASIN EVENTS CALENDAR: May 9-17, 2025
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| May 9, 2025 1:45 AM
COLUMBIA BASIN — Live music, fundraiser dinners and arts and crafts. What are you waiting for? There’s something for everyone happening this week.
May 9
H.E. Gritman Senior Center Fundraising Breakfast
Enjoy a homemade breakfast of pancakes and sausage or biscuits and gravy and sausage. Cost is $7 and all ages are welcome. All proceeds go to support the activities at the Senior Center. 7:30-10 a.m. at 118 W. Main Ave., Ritzville. Info: 509-659-1921.
Rhinestone Wall Shrimp
Celebrate National Shrimp Day, observed on May 10, and create an aluminum shrimp bedazzled with pink rhinestones to add to an interior wall at home or work, because why not? This conversation piece may not be seaworthy, but it will shine bright like a diamond. 4-5:30 p.m. at the Moses Lake Public Library, 418 E. Fifth Ave. Info: 509-765-3489.
Lighthouse Fundraiser Dinner
Chicken dinner and live auction with entertainment by Othello High School band and choir. All proceeds benefit Lighthouse Community Center youth programs. Tickets $20 for adults, $10 children 8 and younger available at the door or at www.lighthousecc.one. 6 p.m. at Bethel Auditorium, 915 S. First Ave., Othello. Info: www.lighthousecc.one.
Rylei Franks
Live music from local singer-songwriter Rylei Franks. 6 p.m. at Michael’s Market & Bistro, 221 W. Broadway Ave., Moses Lake. Info: 509-765-4177.
May 10
St. Rose of Lima Coconut Crawl
Participants run, walk or hula their way through a one-mile or 5K race and win a finisher lei at the end. Activities include chalk, bubbles and yard games. Proceeds support St. Rosa of Lima Catholic School. 11 a.m. at St. Rose School, 520 Nat Washington Way, Ephrata. Info: 509-754-4901.
Guns & Hoses Charity Softball Game
Join the Quincy Police Department, Grant County Fire District No. 3 and Columbia EMS for their first annual charity softball game. This fun, family-friendly event is a great opportunity to meet your local first responders while supporting a meaningful cause. Admission is free, but donations to benefit local charity Serve Quincy Valley are requested. 3 p.m. at Lauzier Park, 1600 13th Ave. SW, Quincy. Info: 509-787-4718.
Tanyalee Davis: ‘Unstoppable Me’
Tanyalee Davis, who holds the Guinness World Record for shortest comedian, inspires, enlightens and entertains her audience. Tickets $25, available at https://bit.ly/TanyaleeDavis51025. 6 p.m. at Moore Brewing Company, 302 W. Broadway Ave., Moses Lake. Info: 509-707-0192.
May 15
Friends of the Moses Lake Library Book Sale
Peruse through gently used books and take home a new treasure for your home library. Proceeds go to help fund library programs. 2-6 p.m. at the Moses Lake Public Library, 418 E. Fifth Avenue. Info: 509-765-3489.
May 15-16
‘Midnight in Soap Lake’ book signing
Meet author Matthew Sullivan and check out the recently-released novel set in Soap Lake. 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Moses Lake Public Library, 418 E. Fifth Ave. and 6 p.m. Friday at the Lakeside Bistro, 14 Canna St. N., Soap Lake. Info: matthewjsullivan.com.
May 17
MLCA Crab and Prime Rib Feed
Dinner, auction and entertainment. Proceeds support the Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School athletics program. $100 per person or $800 for a table. Tickets available at https://bit.ly/MLCACrabFeed25. Doors open at 4 p.m., dinner 5 p.m., auction 6 p.m. at Moses Lake Christian Academy, 1312 S. Moses Lake Ave. Info: 509-765-9704.
Dueling Crooners
It’s an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and classic charm as Chris Anderson and Joey Jewell take you on a swingin' trip back to the Las Vegas Strip. Cocktails, appetizers and desserts will be available to order during the show. $20 per person, dinner not included. Tickets available at bit.ly/ENZOCrooners5-25. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., show 7-8:30 p.m. at ENZO Italian Restaurant, 1345 S. Pioneer Way, Moses Lake. Info: 509-361-1111.
Bob Peace
Phoenix-based singer-songwriter Bob Peace’s repertoire spans the timeless elegance of country music, the vibrant allure of beach tunes, and the enduring power of classic rock, all complemented by his own extraordinary folk compositions. Tickets available at bit.ly/BobPeaceBeaumontCellars. 7 p.m. at Beaumont Cellars Winery, 23565 Grand Cru Road NW, Quincy. Info: 509-717-8885.