Senior events calendar for November 2025
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The Old Time Fiddlers will have an open jam Nov.16 at the Moses Lake Senior Center.
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COLUMBIA BASIN — Holiday shopping, music, crafts and fun await this month in the Basin. Here are a few things to put on the calendar.
Nov. 5-8
Piper Barn Show
A tradition for over 30 years, this holiday bazaar features more than 60 vendors offering handmade goods, home décor, vintage finds, clothing, gifts and seasonal treasures. The Ephrata Senior Center will take a busload there Saturday, leaving at 10 a.m. Admission $7 the first day, free after that. Lunch and dinner served daily. Noon-7 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at 1508 Road S SE, Moses Lake. Info: www.piperbarn.com.
Nov. 6
Aaron Crawford
Live performance by the pioneer of the Cascade Country sound. 6:30 p.m. at Gård Public House, 112 Evergreen Ave. NW, Royal City. Reservations and info: bit.ly/gardpublichouse or 509-414-1484.
Nov. 8
Movies and Robots
Explore the world of robots on and off the screen! Participants will watch robot-themed movies, then bring the action to life by coding their own robots. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the George Public Library, 403 S. Washington Way. Info: 509-785-7043.
Nov. 11
Coffey Anderson Veterans Day Concert
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, patriotism and community with a special Veterans Day performance by country music star Coffey Anderson.
Nov. 14
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. 7-10 a.m. at 118 W. Main Ave., Ritzville. Info: 509-659-1921.
Introduction to the Indigenous Art Form of Beading
Local indigenous artist Amanda Keewatinawin will host a workshop on the indigenous art form of beading and how to create your own beaded fringe earrings. Hand curated kits and instructions will be provided for each participant along with a brief history of indigenous beadwork. Ages 18 and older. 5:30-8 p.m. at the Moses Lake Public Library, 418 E. Fifth Ave. Info: 509-765-3489.
Nov. 15
Harvest to Holidays Market
Moses Lake Farmers Market off-season market. Fresh produce, holiday gifts, baked goods, handmade treasures and more. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Grant county Fairgrounds Commercial Building, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: 509-237-2100.
Retro-Con
Power up your nostalgia at Retro-Con, the ultimate celebration of all things retro. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just love the classics, this one-day event is packed with vintage treasures and pop culture gems. Rare toys, video games, collectibles and more. Admission free for all ages. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Youth Dynamics Building, 106 E. Third Ave., Moses Lake.
Ukulele Jams
Ukulele jams allow you to learn or practice playing simple chords while singing along with instructor Jennifer McCarthy and other participants. Bring your instrument and desire to make music to the museum once a month and enjoy the benefits of singing and playing in a group. Don’t have a ukulele? The museum has a few on hand for you to borrow during class. No charge, ages 5 and up. 1-2 p.m. at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center, 401 S. Balsam St. Info: Info: 509-764-3830.
Nov. 16
Old Time Fiddlers
Musical jam for anyone who wants to play or just enjoy the music. 2-4 p.m. at the Moses lake Senior Center, 608 E. Third Ave. Info: 509-765-7809.
Nov. 20
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 Ave. Info: 509-771-7634.
Bingo for K-9s
Support the Columbia Basin K9s with prizes, silent auction items, a 50/50 drawing and bingo. Hosted by Sheriff Joey Kriete with dinner by A-Crew BBQ. A $5 donation is suggested per bingo card. Dinner 56 p.m., bingo 6 p.m. at Moses Lake Taproom, 530 W Valley Road. Info: 509-707-0052.
‘Seabiscuit’
Screening of the film starring David McCullough and Jeff Bridges about the life and career of the famous racehorse. 2 p.m. at the Ephrata Senior Center, 124 C St. NW. Info: www.ephrataseniorcenter.org.
Nov. 21
Downtown Tree Lighting
Kick off the holiday season with Moses Lake’s traditional tree lighting. 4-6 p.m. at Sinkiuse Square. Info: www.downtownmoseslake.org.
Nov 21-22, 24-25
‘Mamma Mia!’
Set on a sunny Greek island, “Mamma Mia!” tells the story of Sophie, a young bride-to-be who secretly invites three men from her mother Donna’s past in hopes of discovering which one is her father. As the big day approaches, the past and present collide in this heartwarming and hilarious tale of love, friendship, and self-discovery — all set to the timeless hits of ABBA. Come join the MLHS Theatre Troupe for this high-energy musical filled with laughter, heart, and unforgettable music. 7 p.m. Friday-Tuesday, 32 p.m. matinee Saturday at Moses Lake High School, 803 Sharon Ave. E. Tickets and info: https://bit.ly/MLHSMammaMiaTix.
Nov. 23
Turkey Bingo
Prize for each game will be an 18- to 20-pound turkey, with additional cash prizes for some games. Baked potatoes, hot dogs, pop and chips for sale by the Quincy High School Fire Science Class. Hosted by Quincy Valley Lions club. Doors open at 1 p.m., games begin at 2 p.m. at the Quincy Business and Conference Center, 115 F St. SE. Info: 509-398-2631.
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Quincy National Night Out scales down
QUINCY — Quincy’s National Night Out was more compact this year, which worked out well, said QPD Sgt. Joe Westby, who’s in charge of event planning for the Quincy Police Department. “National Night Out is a big event, and the fact that we’re able to shrink it up is like a breath of fresh air,” Westby said. “If you're always doing the same thing, it's kind of nice to switch things up and see how it works.” National Night Out took place Thursday on the block of C Street next to the police station, a shift from previous years when it was held at Lauzier Park. The smaller space meant fewer emergency vehicles for children to explore, but it also meant less walking for attendees. Grant County Fire District 5 brought a fire truck, and the Grant County Sheriff’s Office had a patrol boat. Renew, the Grant County behavioral health agency, had a booth and so did Quincy Partnership for Youth. Veterans Operation Creation sang the national anthem, and the Quincy Animal Shelter brought kittens that piled over each other making friends with passersby. As before, the QPD served grilled hot dogs.
Quincy Police retirements leave big shoes to fill
QUINCY — There are some big shoes to fill at the Quincy Police Department. “We’re losing 48 years of experience between them,” Quincy Police Chief Ryan Green said at the retirement party for Capt. Jorge Trujillo and Det. Damon Powell Thursday. Trujillo, who grew up in Sunnyside, has been with QPD for 19 years, he said, coming on as a patrol officer fresh out of the military. From there he served as a field training officer, a detective and finally captain. “I consider him my left-hand man,” Green said. “He runs the operations side of the house … He knows the agency very well, and he knows the community.” Trujillo has some projects around the house to tackle now that he’s retired, he said.
Big fun on a small scale
Wheat Land Communities’ Fair opens Thursday
RITZVILLE — The Wheat Land Communities’ Fair isn’t as big or as flashy as some of the county fairs around central Washington, but the folks who keep it going like it just the way it is. “It’s somewhere you can go and get an old-time traditional feeling, and you’re comfortable letting your kids roam the grounds and experience all that it has to offer,” said Board Member Lori Williams. “It’s more of a feeling than (one) specific thing,” The fair starts Thursday in Ritzville and runs through Sunday. Starting Friday, the 56th Ritzville Rodeo will take place alongside the fair at the rodeo grounds. This year the entertainment budget was expanded, Williams said, to be able to offer more fun that’s covered by the cost of admission. For the kids, there’s face painting, balloon art, Lego crafts, races, contests and games. Children can also ride on a little train towed around the fairgrounds behind a tractor.