Tri-Cities Real Estate News & Views - April, 2014

Second Saturday Public Tours at LIGO Hanford in Richland, Wa

Don’t forget to reserve the second Saturday of each month for the public observatory tours at LIGO Hanford. All ages are welcome, so it’s something the whole family can enjoy during weekends.

Inclusions of the Tour
The public tour gives tourists a chance to see one of two gravitational wave observatories in the United States up close and personal. Your LIGO host and tour guide will provide a presentation detailing LIGO’s research and will conduct a walking tour of the Observatory. The tour will also include a visit to the control room. Hence, everyone is advised to wear comfortable shoes. LIGO’s facilities are wheelchair accessible, so nobody gets left behind.

Tour Schedules
As mentioned earlier, this tour happens every second Saturday of each…

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Richland’s Morning with Mr. Bunny... and Pancakes, Too

It’s April, and that means one thing – it’s that time for “Morning with Mr. Bunny…and Pancakes, Too!” once again.

Morning with Mr. Bunny... and Pancakes, Too
This event is considered an annual tradition in Richland, something that the entire family joins and enjoys. The fun takes place at the Riverview Room of the Community Center and is sponsored by Richland Parks and Recreation Department.

Day’s Schedule
The event is set for Saturday, April 12, from 9:30 to 10:30AM. Join Mr. Bunny for a wonderful pancake breakfast and enjoy some fun activities. These include egg hunt, crafts, games and prizes, and a photo opportunity with Mr. Bunny especially for “Little Bunnies,” or children aged 10 and under.

For more information, you may call (509) 942-7529…

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Evil Dead the Musical at Walla Walla’s Power House Theatre

If you’re looking for an unusual way to welcome the weekend, then make sure to book your tickets as early as now for Walla Walla’s presentation of Evil Dead the Musical that’s showing at Power House Theatre.

Evil Dead the Musical
The musical is a presentation of Last Chance Productions and is loosely based on the cult classic horror films Evil Dead, Evil Dead 2, and Army of Darkness. This hilarious live stage show combines all the elements of these horror films to create one of the craziest theatrical experiences of all time.

You can expect campy comedy, gory scenes, witty one-liners, lively music, and a deluge of fake blood. In fact, several rows of the Power House Theatre will be designated as “splatter zone seats”. So if you’re up for the…

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Third Annual Tri Cities Half Marathon at Clover Island Inn

USRA Half Marathon Series
The USRA Half Marathon Series is a 23-city nationwide half marathon series in mid-to-small size markets. This year, they are bringing the series to Washington once again. So mark your calendars, because April 12 is going to be a very special day for runners and marathon enthusiasts out there.

Tri Cities Half Marathon
The starting and finishing point for the half marathon is the Clover Island Inn. Here’s the full schedule:

• 8:00AM – Half Marathon
• 8:15AM – 5K Run/Walk
• 9:45AM – Fun Run
• 10:00AM – 5K Awards Presentation
• 11:00AM – Half Marathon Awards Presentation

Other Highlights of the Day
Aside from the half marathon, 5K run/walk, and fun run, runners will especially designed t-shirts – tech shirts for half…

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C3 Spring Children’s Consignment Sale in Richland, Wa

Would you like to go shopping for a good cause? If you do, then head on out to Columbia Community Church on April 11, from 9AM to 4PM, and April 12, from 9AM to 12PM, for the C3 Spring Children’s Consignment Sale.

Children’s Consignment Sale
This is the Tri Cities’ only non-profit children’s consignment sale. Here, you would have the chance to shop over 10,000 new and gently used children’s items such as clothes, toys, books and games, strollers, bikes, furniture, baby items, and so much more. Most of the items on sale will be offered at half price off on Saturday, April 12.

For a Good Cause
The children’s consignment sale is aimed to raise funds for the benefit of Safe Harbor, Mid-Columbia Reading Foundation, and Tri Cities Diaper Bank. So every…

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Columbia River Cowboy Gathering and Music Festival

Put your cowboy hat on and polish those boots because the Tri Cities is celebrating the 11th Annual Columbia River Cowboy Gathering and Music Festival on April 11, 12, and 13 at the Benton County Fairgrounds in Kennewick.

Mark Your Calendars
You wouldn’t want to miss this event meant to raise funds for several good causes. It is Columbia River Cowboy Gathering’s mission “to preserve the western way of life by providing a festival honoring the cowboy way of life and heritage through music, poetry, western arts and goods, keeping the festival wholesome, family oriented and at an affordable price”. It is the organization’s goal to “provide financial assistance to various community and non-profit groups within our community as well as allowing the Columbia…

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Brushes and a Bottle – Chandler Reach Winery in Benton City

You don’t need to be a Picasso to finish a work of art, well, at least, not with the latest popular trend known as “Brushes and a Bottle”.

Brushes and a Bottle
Brushes and a Bottle is a new trend that is fast gaining ground. You can come alone, but really, it’s more fun if you grab a couple of your friends. This unique and entertaining experience takes place in different wineries, and on April 11, all the fun will happen in Chandler Reach Winery in Benton City.

On this day, you will get the chance to create your very first work of art while enjoying a glass of wine even if you have never put a brush to a canvas in your entire life. You will be receiving step-by-step instructions during this painting class that will last around 2 to 2 ½ hours.

At…

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Grand Ridge Eye Clinic Frame Show in Pasco

Grand Ridge Eye Clinic’s Pasco office is celebrating the launch of their new designer frame product lines by offering 50% off on all lenses ordered on the day of the event.

Frame Show in Pasco

The frame show is happening on April 8, from 5PM to 8PM. Aside from the above-mentioned discount, they will also give 30% off on all featured frames. Sweet and savory treats and light refreshments will be served during the event.

You might also win door prizes such as perfumes, mugs, umbrellas, Tranquileyes, tote bags, and sunglasses. Please note that no insurance will be billed at this event. Moreover, you have to bring a current prescription, preferably within the last six months, or call (509) 736-0710 to schedule an appointment. You may also visit their…

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Brews and Brushes Presents Sweet Bounty at the Marina in Kennewick

Take a break from routine and enjoy a fun evening with friends or loved ones, some craft-brewed beer, and painting. Chris Blevins, in cooperation with Ice Harbor Brewery at the Marina, is hosting a unique “art as entertainment” event on April 7, from 6-8:30PM. 

Sweet Bounty
Get ready for a night of serious fun and non-serious painting using watercolors. You don’t even have to be an experienced painter to enjoy this unique experience and all art supplies will be provided. As the evening’s mantra goes, “Sipping allowed and laughter encouraged”. Your first beverage is on the house, to give you that kick you need to start the night away.

Artwork for the evening is the piece shown above – Sweet Bounty. So if you want to make way for your inner…

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First Time Moving Out Checklist

Doing something for the first time can be downright scary – learning how to walk, learning how to drive, starting with school. However, aside from the normal firsts in life, there’s another thing that can quite test one’s ability to handle things efficiently – moving out for the first time.

There are many reasons why a person might move from the place he’s currently living in to somewhere else. It might be that a person is moving out of his parents’ place, away to college, to work in another city, or to his own place – one he’s bought with his hard-earned money. Nevertheless, no matter what the reason is behind the move, it can be a stressful experience.

If you’re someone who can’t deal with pressure all too well, the idea of moving can be quite an…

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