COLUMBIA BASIN — Spring is in sight and there’s lots to do this month in the Basin. Here are a few suggestions.

Feb. 27-28

Columbia Basin Home & Garden Show

Whether you’re planning spring home projects, dreaming of spring gardens, looking for fresh inspiration, or just love browsing artisan vendors, sipping coffee and connecting with the community, this event has something for everyone. Free admission on Friday. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at the Grant County Fairgrounds Commercial Building, 3953 Airway Dr NE, Moses Lake. Info: 509-750-8911 or seedcupboardnursery.com.

Feb 27-March 7

‘Footloose’

Quincy High School presents “Footloose.” 7 p.m. Feb. 27 and 28 and March 5-6, 2 p.m. Feb. 28 and March 6 at Quincy High School Performing Arts Center, 403 Jackrabbit St. Tickets and info: https://bit.ly/QHSFootlooseTix.

Feb. 28

Samaritan Hospital Community Open House

The community is invited for a look at the new Samaritan Hospital, which opens for patient care March 7. Preregistration is recommended, but walk-ins will be accepted as space allows. Register for a tour time at WeAreSamaritan.org/Open-House. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at 2000 S. Clover Drive, Moses Lake. Info: 509-765-5606.

Golden Giving Night

Banquet and auction to support the Quincy Food Bank. Irish-themed dinner and live entertainment. 5 p.m. at the Port of Quincy, 101 F. St. SW. Tickets available at https://bit.ly/GoldenGiving26. Info: quincyvalley.org or 509-787-2140.

LJ Polmateer

Live music by Moses Lake singer-songwriter LJ Polmateer. 7-9 p.m. at Moses Lake Tap Room, 530 W. Valley Road. Info: 509-707-0052.

March 5

Live music with Owen Barnhart

Country solo artist Owen Barnhart’s sets include soulful banjo, fingerpicking guitar and a crystal-clear voice - covering everything from classic country and Americana to classic rock and folk tunes. 6:30 p.m. at Gård Public House, 112 Evergreen Ave. NW, Royal City. Info and reservations: 509-414-1484.

March 6

Artrageous

Picture a spectacle where music, dance, and live painting collide in a mesmerizing fusion, leaving audiences on the edge of their seats. Artrageous is a visual concert that fuses the mesmerizing music of original recording artists and composers with multisensory, dynamic live art curated by award-winning artists. The combined experience creates an immersive journey designed to create lasting memories and a sense of purpose and joy while stimulating your mind and senses. 7 p.m. at Big Bend Community College Wallenstien Theater, 6989 College Parkway, Moses Lake. Tickets and info: www.cba-arts.org.

March 7

Dr. Seuss Bingo and Silent Auction

Oh, the fun you’ll sponsor! Proceeds benefit Big Bend Cooperative Preschool. 4:30 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1020 A St., Moses Lake. Info: bigbendcooperativepreschool.com.

Oxford House Bingo Night

The Oxford House is hosting its first fundraiser of the year Saturday. The bingo bundle with food is $20 with additional cards for $10. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. The funds raised will help open and furnish new Oxford homes, support houses in need and provide training opportunities for members. Doors: 4:30 p.m. 5-8 p.m. Grace Harvest Church. For more information contact: [email protected].

Youth Outdoors Unlimited Auction

Live and silent auction and banquet. Proceeds go to take youth with disabilities or life-threatening illness on hunting and fishing trips. 4:30-9:30 p.m. at Best Western Plus Lake Front Hotel, 3015 W. Marina Drive, Moses Lake. Tickets and info: https://charityauction.bid/YOUMosesLake2026.

March 13-17

‘Up the Down Staircase’

Step inside the halls of a bustling urban high school where idealism meets reality in this heartfelt and often humorous story of a young teacher finding her way. The play follows Sylvia Barrett as she begins her first teaching job – full of hope, enthusiasm, and big dreams. But between endless paperwork, rule books, red tape, and unforgettable students, she quickly learns that education is about far more than lesson plans. 7 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Monday and Tuesday, 2 p.m. Saturday matinee at Moses Lake High School, 803 E. Sharon Ave. Info and tickets: https://bit.ly/MLHS-UTDS.

March 13

Sourdough for Beginners

Are you ready to finally take the plunge into sourdough and all of its benefits? Come learn a skill as old as time and get your hands doughy. Laura, a WSDA-certified commercial sourdough baker and instructor, will teach you all you need to know to bake an artisan sourdough boule from start to finish. Tickets $99, available at https://bit.ly/SourdoughTix26. 5-7:30 p.m. at The Drip, 123 W. Third Ave., Moses Lake. Info: [email protected].

Comedy Night

Featuring Tacoma-based Robert Ca$h Moore. 7 p.m. at Rick’s Eatery, 819 W. Third Ave., Moses Lake. Info: 509-761-9644.

March 14

Lucky Finds Market

Local treasures, fresh spring foods, unique handmade gifts and more at this offseason event by the Moses Lake Farmers market. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Dr NE, Moses Lake. Info: 509-237-2100 or farmersmarketml.com.

Brews & Tunes

Check out regional breweries, cideries and distilleries, local music and a whole downtown full of shopping. Non-alcoholic options are available. Participants will receive seven tasting tickets, a map of the event, swag bag and a customized tasting glass. 1-5 p.m. starting at Sinkiuse Square, 306 SD. Ash St., Moses Lake. Info and tickets: 509-770-1700 or downtownmoseslake.org.

Coffee & Canvas Spring Paint Event

Guided paint session with artist Nellie Hoots. Invite your friends and family for an evening of creativity, laughter, and maybe a little tea party magic. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Desert Rose Cafe, 745 E. Hemlock St, Othello.  Registration and info: https://bit.ly/SpringPaint3-26.

March 17

Moses Lake Chamber Business Expo

Discover a vibrant showcase of local businesses, enjoy delicious food and drinks, play fun games, and connect with neighbors during a spirited community celebration together. This year’s theme is “Stars, Stripes & Shamrocks.” 4-7 p.m. at the Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Dr NE, Moses Lake. Info and registration: www.moseslake.com.

March 18

Create & Cackle

Do you like to make stuff? Do you have a project unfinished? Want to just hang out and finish a project? Just drop in, have a drink and a snack and create. Knitting, drawing, sewing, crocheting, perler beading, coloring, painting, origami or basket-weaving – the only limit is what you bring. Bring your own project and drinks/snacks and hang out with like-minded individuals. 6 p.m. at The Main Event, 116 W. Main Ave., Ritzville. Info: 843-323-2218.

March 19

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.

March 21

Cruisin’ into Spring Car Show

Classics, lowriders and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Dr NE, Moses Lake. Info: www.gcfairgrounds.com/cruisin.

Model Home Build Competition

Students in grades 6-8 are invited for a fun day of hands-on building. Model kits are provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own materials and add-ons. No charge, but registration required by March 13. Info and registration: https://bit.ly/HFHGML-ModelHome26.

Corral Creek

Bluegrass concert featuring American roots music and storytelling. Adults $5, kids 12 and younger free. There will be a hat-pass for the musicians. Refreshments served by the Georgettes. 53 p.m. at the George Community Hall, 403 W. Montmorency Blvd. Info: www.georgecommunityhall.com.

March 24

Gentlemen’s Quartet

Instrumental quartet with female vocalist. GQ is a modern, elegant take on some of the most famous music ever written, fusing together multiple genres in a perfect symphony of sophistication, virtuosity and humor. Sponsored by Central Basin Community Concert Association. Tickets $30 for adults, $10 for students, with special rates for families and music teachers and students. 7 p.m. at the Wallenstien Theater, 6989 College Parkway NE, Moses Lake. Tickets and info: www.communityconcertsml.com.

March 27

‘Zootopia 2’

Free screening of family-friendly film. Rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find themselves on the twisting trail of a great mystery when Gary De’Snake arrives in Zootropolis and turns the animal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new parts of town, where their growing partnership is tested like never before. Bring your favorite treats to enjoy, just remember to clean up afterward. 1 p.m. at Quincy Public Library 208 Central Ave S. Info: 509-787-2359.

March 31

Mobile market

Free drive-thru for fresh and nonperishable items. No appointment or paperwork needed – just come by if you need a hand. Limited to 250 families. Provided by Second Harvest Tri-Cities. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at 1399 Nat Washington Way, Ephrata. Info: 2-harvest.org.

This weekend at the movies:

Fairchild Cinemas: Bendito Corazon (not rated); Crime 101 (R); GOAT (PG); I Can Only Imagine 2 (PG) Iron Lung (R); Scream 7 (R); Send Help (R); Solo Mio (PG); Wuthering Heights (R). See www.fairchildcinemas.com for show times.

The Showhouse: I Can Only Imagine 2 (PG) Scream 7 (R). See showhouse3.wordpress.com for show times.

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

    Comedian Robert Ca$h Moore will perform at Rick’s Eatery in Moses Lake March 13.
  

    The Poor Boyz perform at a past Brews & Tunes in Moses Lake. This year’s event is March 14.