BASIN EVENTS: Oct. 9-17
JOEL MARTIN | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 4 weeks AGO
Joel Martin has been with the Columbia Basin Herald for more than 25 years in a variety of roles and is the most-tenured employee in the building. Martin is a married father of eight and enjoys spending time with his children and his wife, Christina. He is passionate about the paper’s mission of informing the people of the Columbia Basin because he knows it is important to record the history of the communities the publication serves. | October 9, 2026 3:00 AM
COLUMBIA BASIN — The days are warm, the nights are getting chilly and there are plenty of chances to get out and about. Here are a few.
Oct. 10
Fall Festival
Live music, food, vendors, kids’ activities, animals to feed, hayrides and more. Lots of room to run and play or sit and relax while listening to the music and sipping some fresh apple cider. 12-5 p.m. at Cloudview Farms, 17305 Frey Rd, Ephrata. Info: cloudviewfarm.org.
Murder & Moonlight at Moore Manor
Interactive murder mystery party where you become part of the story. You are invited by the esteemed Count Dragula, the “Queen” of Moore Manor, to celebrate at the Blood Moon Ball where night walkers and blood drinkers celebrate their immortal life. Throughout the evening, attendees will become the undead investigators to solve the mystery that unfolds. Vampire- and goth-inspired costumes are highly encouraged. Must be 21 or older. Presented by Columbia Basin Allied Arts and Moore Brewing Co. 6 p.m. at Moore Brewing Co., 302 W. Broadway Ave., Moses Lake. Info: moorebrewingco.com.
Crossroads Resource Center Banquet
Fundraiser dinner to support Crossroads Resource Center in Moses Lake and Ephrata. Speaker is Scott Klusendorf. 6 p.m. at the Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: pregnancywa.org.
Oct. 11
Gonzaga Symphony Orchestra
The Gonzaga Symphony Orchestra has a long tradition as one of the finest student/community orchestras in the region and its repertoire contains some of the most demanding pieces in orchestral music. Presented by Central Basin Community Concert Association. Doors open at 2:30 p.m., show at 3 p.m. at Wallenstien Theater, 6989 College Pkwy NE, Moses Lake. Tickets and info: www.communityconcertsml.org.
Oct. 12
Candidate Forum
Hear from candidates for Congress, state legislature and Grant County offices. 6-8 p.m. at the Moses Lake Civic Center Auditorium, 401 S. Balsam St. Info: www.moseslake.com.
Oct. 16
‘My Family (Mi Familia)’ screening
Spanning three generations, “My Family (Mi Familia)” is a heartfelt drama that follows the Sánchez family as they build their lives in East Los Angeles. Through love, hardship, triumph, and sacrifice, the film explores the immigrant experience, the strength of family bonds, and the traditions that connect one generation to the next. Lowrider show and taco truck before the screening. Sponsored by Columbia Basin Allied Arts, EDUBS C/S and the Moses Lake Creative District. $12 per person. Doors open at 6 p.m., film begins at 7 p.m. at the Moses Lake Civic Center Auditorium, 401 S. Balsam St. Tickets and info: www.cba-arts.org.
Oct. 17
Othello Fall Festival
Trunk or treat, contests, food and family activities, plus a movie at dusk. Sponsored by the Greater Othello Chamber of Commerce. 2-9 p.m. at Kiwanis Park, 870 S. Shady Lane. Info: 509-488-2683.
Youth Dynamics Benefit Auction
Jump back to the 1980s and support Youth Dynamics outreach ministry. Come dressed as your favorite ’80s movie star and help raise money for local youth. 7 p.m. at the Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: [email protected].
This weekend at the movies:
Fairchild Cinemas: Angel and the Badman (PG-13); Avengers Endgame: Encore (PG-13); Daniel and the Fiery Furnace (PG-13); Digger (R); Forgotten Island (PG); Heart of the Beast (PG-13); Other Mommy (R); Practical Magic 2 (PG-13); Resident Evil (R); Social Reckoning (R); Verity (R). See www.fairchildcinemas.com for showtimes.
The Showhouse: Verity (R). See othelloshowhouse.com for showtimes.
Ritz Theater: By Any Means (R). 7 p.m. Friday, and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. See www.facebook.com/RitzvilleRitz for updates.
Crossroads Resource Center, which supports pregnant women with free counseling, baby supplies and ultrasounds, will hold its fundraiser banquet Saturday.ARTICLES BY JOEL MARTIN
Home prices up in most Basin markets
MOSES LAKE — Home prices increased in most, but not all, markets of the Columbia Basin this year, according to data from the real estate website Redfin. The median home price in Moses Lake in September was $364,821, according to Redfin’s data, up 5.4% from September 2025. Ephrata’s median price wasn’t far off, at $368,824, but that represented a 12.5% increase over the same time period. Quincy’s median price topped the list of local cities at $405,235, a 10.1% year-over-year increase. Othello, in contrast, dropped by 17.1% year-over-year, to $298,226.
BASIN EVENTS Nov. 6-14
COLUMBIA BASIN — Now that everyone has adjusted from the Daylight Saving Time changeover, it’s time to get out of the house and off to something fun. Here are a few destinations to check out. Nov. 6 Members Exhibition Gallery opening for show of artworks by museum members. Opening reception 4-7 p.m. at Moses Lake Museum & Art Center, 401 S. Balsam St. Info: www.moseslakemuseum.com.
Going rogue
Moses Lake salon celebrates creativity and independence
MOSES LAKE — The new salon on East Broadway is called Rogue Collective for a reason. “We had this dream to do it all together,” said owner Dana Mendoza. “That’s where the ‘collective’ came from. It’s a pretty amazing group of women. Everyone has their own separate gifts and talents.” The “rogue” part of the name comes from the fact that the professionals all came from other salons with the same idea: to do things their own way.