Tri Cities Washington Things To Do This Weekend

by Joe & Colleen on Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Looking for something to do* this weekend, well look no further…
 

Live @ 5 Summer Concert Series

John Dam Plaza, Richland

Thursday, June 9

5 PM – 9 PM

Experience great family entertainment, food, a beer and wine garden, special promotions, give-aways, and appearances by on-air radio personalities. This Thursday listen to musicfrom local band Voodoo Alley.

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Southridge Farmers’ Market

Southridge Village, Kennewick

Thursday, June 9

4 PM -8 PM

Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, quality beef and chicken, eggs, baked breads and cupcakes, nuts, plants and flowers, local artisans and crafts.

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Market at the Parkway

Lee Blvd, Richland

Friday, June 10

9 AM – 1 PM

The Market at The Parkway (Richland Farmers’ Market) will be open each Friday from now through October 14th. Enjoy a huge variety of produce, fruits, nuts, berries, flowers, plants, beef, lamb, specialty foods and wine, crafts, as well as musical entertainment!

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Sacajawea Bluegrass Festival and Dutch Oven Rendezvous 

Sacajawea State Park, Pasco

Friday – Sunday,June 10 – 12

Friday: 4 PM – 11 PM

Saturday: 10 AM – 10 PM

Sunday: 10 AM – 2:30 PM

The festival includes five different concerts, a youth Bluegrass music seminar, band scramble, music workshops, Dutch oven demonstration and seminar, along with food, and arts & crafts vendors. Weekend passes are $25 if purchased in advance at Kennewick Ranch and Home. A weekend pass at the gate is $30;a Friday night ticket is $15; a Saturday all day pass is $18; and Sunday is by donation.

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Family Fun Night – Hands on Science

Three Rivers Children’s Museum, Pasco

Friday, June 10

6 PM – 8 PM

Visit the Three Rivers Children’s Museum every Friday and have fun with the family. They will be featuring “Hands on Science” activities designed to introduce children to the wonders around us. So pack up the kiddos and spend a little family time at the museum!

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Lipizzaner Horse

Lipizzaner Stallions

Toyota Center, Kennewick

Friday, June 10

7:30 PM

Many horses and riders were brought from Europe to perform in this unique family oriented arena attraction. All new music, choreography and routines have been incorporated in this anniversary edition performance with a major emphasis on the historical background and foundation of the Lipizzaner breed, from its original breeding and use as a horse of war to a horse of nobility and aristocracy, to a living form of equestrian art.

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Live Music: Carl Tosten

Bookwalter Winery, Richland

Friday, June 10

6 PM – 10 PM

Enjoy fine wine, live music, and distinctive culinary fare at Bookwalter Winery.Singer/songwriter Carl Tosten will be performing modern acoustic and contemporary folk music. No cover charge.

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Live Music: The Steve Haberman Trio Featuring Trish Thompson

Thomas O’Neil Cellars, Richland

Friday, June 10

7 PM – 10 PM

Havea glass of wine while taking in the music of The Steve Haberman Trio featuring Trish Thompson who performs jazz. No cover charge.
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Live Music: Kelee Bradley Band

Tagaris Winery, Richland

Friday & Saturday, June10 & 11

7 PM

The winery entertains live music enthusiasts outdoors on the popular Tagaris Patio, which has been remodeled with an artfully inspired permanent stage adjacent to the 33ft. basalt fountain. Performing this weekend is the Kelee Bradley Band.No cover charge.

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“They’re Playing Our Song”

A Romantic Musical Comedy

Richland Players Theater, Richland

Friday & Saturday, June 10 – 12

Friday & Saturday: 8 PM

Sunday: 2 PM

Vernon Gersch, an award winning composer, agrees to partner with young lyricist, Sonia Walsk. Even though Sonia already has a boyfriend, Vernon and Sonia’s relationship quickly takes on a new dimension. At Le Club, both Vernon and Sonia get to discover their songs being aired. They each do a happy dance, as they break into song, “They’re PlayingOur Song.” The two undergo a series of trials and overcome a number of hurdles before finding true love by the final curtain.

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Pasco Farmers’ Market

Downtown Pasco

Saturday, June 11

8 AM – 1 PM

The Pasco Farmers’ Market is one of the largest outdoor community farmers’ markets in Washington, selling awide variety of locally grown fruits, vegetables, and other products. It is also one of the longest running farmers’ markets in the state, nd has been in operation for over 30 years.

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Chalk

Chalk Art Festival

Uptown Shopping Center, Richland

Saturday, June 11

9 AM

The sidewalks of Richland will be riddled with artistic expression when the annual Chalk Art Festival gets under way June 11 at the Uptown Shopping Center.

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Bug

Bugs Galore!

McNary National Wildlife Refuge, Burbank

Saturday, June 11

9 AM – 12 PM

Explore the wonderful world of small critters in the shrub steppe habitat and along the wetlands at McNary National Wildlife Refuge. Nets, jars, and microscopes will be provided. Who knows what you will find when you shake a shrub, part a flower, or turn a rock?

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LIGO Hanford Observatory Tour

LIGO Hanford Observatory, Richland

Saturday,June 11

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

The LIGO acronym stands for Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory. LIGO’s mission is to observe gravitational waves of cosmic origin. Stop by Saturday for a tour and get an excellent look at the facility.

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Live Music: The Shades

Bookwalter Winery, Richland

Saturday, June 11

6 PM – 10 PM

Enjoy fine wine, live music, and distinctive culinary fare at Bookwalter Winery.The Shades are a classic rock and pop music band who offer popular live music performances enjoyed by many age groups.No cover charge.

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The Jordan World Circus

TRAC Center, Pasco

Saturday & Sunday, June 11 & 12

Saturday: 3 PM & 7 PM

Sunday: 1 PM & 5 PM

The Jordan World Circus, one of North America’s premier traveling circuses, hailing from a long background of aerialists and circus performers.

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Smoovies in the Park: Free Outdoor Movie

John Dam Plaza, Richland

Saturday, June 4

Sundown

Catch a movie outdoors in downtown Richland’s John Dam Plaza with Yogi Bear playing this Saturday. Pre-movie activities begin at 7 P.M.

 

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Milbrandt Vineyards 3rd Anniversary & Patio Party

Milbrandt Vineyards, Prosser

Saturday, June 11

5 PM – 9 PM

Stay late and celebrate with Milbrandt Vineyards. Relax on their patio for a BBQ buffet then kick back and relax (or bring your dancing shoes!) and enjoy the Valley’s own Dirty Rivers Blues Band. Dinner is $20 ($15 for club members) with wines available by the glass or bottle. Call for reservations, (509) 788-0030

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Courtesy of the Tri Cities Visitors Bureau.

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