COLUMBIA BASIN — It’s been a little bit breezy, but nothing the Basin isn’t used to, and it’s certainly no excuse not to get out and do something fun this week. Here are some options. 

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. 

Indoor garage sale 

Homemade crafts, jewelry and more. 3 p.m. at U Rock Ranch, 465 Road T NE, Warden. Info: 509-350-0562. 

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 20 

Rylei Franks 

Live music by local singer-songwriter. 5:30-8:30 po.m. at Michael’s Market & Bistro, 221 W. Boradway Ave., Moses Lake. Info: ryleifranks.com. 

    Rylei Franks will perform live at Michael’s Market & Bistro March 20.
  

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. 5 p.m. at the George Community Hall, 403 W. Montmorency Blvd. Info: www.georgecommunityhall.com. 

Nate Ford Live 

Comedian Nate Ford has performed across the country, from the dimly lit dive bars that ooze with character to the grandeur of prestigious theaters, as well as being seen on “Last Comic Standing” and “The Prairie Home Companion.” 8-10 p.m. at Pastime Sportscenter, 119 W. Main Ave., Ritzville. Info and reservations: 509-428-4117. 

    Comedian Nate Ford will perform at Pastime Sportscenter in Ritzville March 21.
  

This weekend at the movies: 

Fairchild Cinemas: GOAT (PG); Hoppers (PG); I Can Only Imagine 2 (PG); Iron Lung (R); Reminders of Him (PG) Scream 7 (R); Solo Mio (PG); The Bride! (R); The Revenant (R); Undertone (R). See www.fairchildcinemas.com for show times. 

The Showhouse: Scream 7 (R); Hoppers (PG);  The Bride! (R); Scream 7 (R); Project Hail Mary (PG-13); Reminders of Him (PG-13)  See showhouse3.wordpress.com for show times. 

Ritz Theater: How to Make a Killing (R). 7 p.m. Friday, and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. See www.facebook.com/RitzvilleRitz for updates.