BASIN EVENTS: Oct. 16-24
JOEL MARTIN | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 3 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 16, 2026 3:00 AM
COLUMBIA BASIN — Whether you feel like shopping, crafting, learning or seeing a show, there’s something happening for you this week in the Basin.
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.
Veterans Uniform Exhibit
Honoring the men and women who served throughout America’s 250-year history. Explore veterans’ uniforms, photographs, memorabilia and personal stories generously shared by local veterans and their families, preserving their service and sacrifice. Open every Friday and Saturday through Nov. 7. 1-5 p.m. at the Quincy Valley Historical Society, 415 F St. SW,http://www.qvhsm.org Quincy. Info: www.qvhsm.org.
Oct. 16-Nov. 8
‘Anastasia: the Musical’
“Anastasia The Musical” transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family. 7 p.m. Fridays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Masquers Theater, 322 Main Ave. E., Soap Lake. Info and tickets: www.masquers.com.
Oct. 17
Fall and Winter Market Bazaar
Indoor bazaar with craft and food vendors, crafts for all ages and more. Cinnamon rolls and lunch by donation. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Soap Lake Community and Senior Center, 121 Second Ave., SE. Info: 509-246-1913.
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.
Cork + Craft Crawl
Grab your friends, dress in your favorite throwback look, and crawl through downtown Ephrata for an evening of wine, beer, cider, tasty bites and fun at local businesses. Whether you’re rocking flannel and ripped jeans, shoulder pads, neon or full-on 2000s nostalgia, come dressed to impress and ready to party. 4-7 p.m. in downtown Ephrata. Info: ephratachamber.org.
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].
Oct. 19
Create & Cackle
Join fellow artists, makers and creatives to hang out and finish that project you’ve been working on. 6 p.m. at The Main Event, 116 W. Main Ave., Ritzville. Info: 843-323-2218.
Oct. 24
Family History Fair
Learn to explore your family roots. Free classes and expert advice to build your family history skills, plus booths and activities. Bring your laptop or tablet if you have them. Lunch will be served. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Ephrata Stake Center, 1301 Division Ave. E. Info: 509-237-6748.
Gouache and Watercolor: An Intro to Eco-friendly Art Mediums
Gouache and watercolor are considered top eco-friendly painting mediums because they use natural binders like gum arabic, offer easy, low-waste cleanup with water and can be easily reactivated even when dry. Learn all about techniques that make gouache and watercolor fun and inexpensive mediums for hobby or professional painting. For ages 16 and older. Cost is $16 per person. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Moses Lake Museum & Art Center, 401 S. Balsam St. Info and registration: moseslakemuseum.com.
This weekend at the movies:
Fairchild Cinemas: Angel and the Badman (PG-13); Forgotten Island (PG); Heart of the Beast (PG-13); Other Mommy (R); Resident Evil (R); Sense and Sensibility (PG); Social Reckoning (R); Street Fighter (PG-13); Verity (R); Whalefall (PG-13). See www.fairchildcinemas.com for showtimes.
The Showhouse: Angel and the Badman (PG-13); The Other Mommy (R). See othelloshowhouse.com for showtimes.
Ritz Theater: Practical Magic 2 (PG-13). 7 p.m. Friday, and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. See www.facebook.com/RitzvilleRitz for updates.
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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.

