Lady Washington, PascoThe Lady Washington, the official tall ship of the Washington State, is preparing a 12-day visit to Pasco, Washington. The tall ship will be sailing from The Dalles directly to Pasco starting on Wednesday, July 29. The vessel will not stop at Arlington or Umatilla, as originally scheduled and will arrive at the Columbia Marine Center, 1315 South 4th Avenue in Pasco, Washington on Thursday, July 30.

Here’s a list of public activities for the next two weeks:

July Schedule

July 27-28
The Dalles
July 28  
10:00 AM-1:00 PM Walk-On Tours - Donation: $3
2:00 – 4:00 PM Adventure Sail: $39-$47
July 31-August 10
Pasco, Washington 
July 31
Noon -5:00 PM Walk-on Tours – Donation: $3
6:00-8:00 PM Evening Sail $45

August Schedule

August 1-2
10:00 AM – 1:00…

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Discover Hanford's role in the making of the atomic bomb.  “The Bomb” a new PBS special which seeks to tell the story of a weapon that transformed history and continues to affect relationships among contradicting world powers premiered last Tuesday, July 28.  The PBS airing of the creation of the atomic bomb is a special feature for the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

About The Bomb
Filmmaker Rushmore Denooyer took a year and a half to complete this project since producers had to examine through the footage and images that was recently declassified by the U.S. Department of Defense.

As part of the Manhattan Project, the secretive World War II program provided enriched uranium for the atomic bomb that took its first…

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MTHFR With Dr. Rawlins & Dr. Karlson, Richland Red Lion Richland WashingtonThe Kadlec Neurological Resource Center will host a presentation on the introduction to MTHFR with Doctor Rawlins and Doctor Karlson at the Richland Red Lion, 802 George Washington Way in Richland on Tuesday, August 18 from 6:00 to 7:30 in the evening.

The Kadlec Neurological Center on MTHFR
Kadlec Neurological Resource Center provides compassion, education and support to those affected by neurological disorders and to their care givers so that they don’t have to face the challenges of the neurological disorder alone.

MTHFR or Methyl Tetra Hydro Folate Reductase is the rate limiting enzyme in the methyl cycle and is encoded by the MTFHR gene. Genetic variation in this gene may influence susceptibility to occlusive vascular disease, neural tube…

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August Patio Party At The Milbrandt Vineyard Prosser, WashingtonEveryone is invited to the Patio Parties 2015 at the Milbrandt Vineyards, 508 Cabernet Court in Prosser. The party will start at 6:00 in the evening on Saturday, August 15. Reservations required.

About the August Patio Party with Knutzen Brothers
It is going to be a night of wine, food and fun featuring the live music of the Knutzen Brothers. The Knutzen Brothers play original songs, standards, old time-country and pop favorites. Every performance is unique and catered to their audience. The members are Gabriel and Caleb Knutzen. It is easy to listen to especially if paired with a glass of the best wine.

Admission:
$35 
MBV club member-$25

For more information call: 509-788-0030 or email info@milbrandtvineyards.com

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Summer Movie Express, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out Of Water Kennewick, WashingtonColumbia Mall Stadium 8 at 1321 North Columbia Center Boulevard in Kennewick, Washington will be offering G and PG rated movies this summer featuring The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water, on Wednesday, August 12 at 10:00 in the morning.

The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water
This film is a 2015 American animated/live action comedy movie based on the Nickelodeon television series SpongeBob SquarePants. Directed by Paul Tibbitt, the plot follows Burger-Beard the Pirate who steals Krabby Patty secret formula using a magical book that makes any text written upon it come true. SpongeBob, Mr.Krabs, Squidward, Patrick, Sandy and Plankton must travel to the surface and confront Burger-Beard in order to get the formula back.

Tickets:
The cost of movie…

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8th Annual Show And Shine For Hunger Columbia Park In Kennewick, WashingtonCall all your friends and check out the 8th Annual Show and Shine for Hunger at the Columbia Park in Kennewick. The event will run from 11:00 in the morning until 4:00 in the afternoon on Sunday, August 10. Admission is free!

About 7th Annual Show and Shine for Hunger
The concept of the car show is to raise funds for the Tri-City Food Bank, a non-profit organization that provides food to over 135,000 people in the area. The number increases each year. The organization’s ability to distribute foods relies only on contributions from individuals, businesses and other organizations.

Managed by Chuck Wolfe, this car show project is one of the fund raising events designed to raise money for the Food Bank. They are also seeking people with nice iron from…

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The Reach Guided Tour Headed By Gary Kleinknecht In Richland, WashingtonJoin Ice Age Flood expert and new president of the Ice Age Flood Institute Gary Kleinknecht, as he leads the guided tour at the Reach, 1943 Columbia Park Trail in Richland, Washington on Saturday, August 15 from 8:00 to 5:00 in the afternoon.

The Tour of the Ice Age/Mammoth Dig/Wallula Gap/Lower Walla Walla Valley
The guided tour explores the rich landscape of the Tri-Cities. Headed by the ice age flood expert Gary Kleinknecht, the trip will begin from the Coyote Cannon Mammoth dig site to Wallula Gap and the lower Walla Walla Valley. Learn more about the natural, scientific and cultural history of the Tri-Cities.

Registration Fee:
$85 includes tour guide, beverages, bus and lunch.

Please confirm by Friday, August 10.

Find out more about The…

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Wine And Watercolors - Paint while having some wine at the Goose Ridge Winery located at 16304 Dallas Road in Richland, Washington with Chris Blevins on Thursday, August 13 from 6:00 to 8:30 in the evening.

Wine and Watercolors
This is an art as entertainment event with artist Chris Blevins. It is a fun, non-serious painting get together using watercolors. All art supplies are provided and no experience is needed.

Sipping is allowed and laughter is encouraged. The first glass of wine is on the house and there will be more of it that is available for purchase by the glass or bottle. Registration required.

Registration Information:
Pay in full upfront – $47
Partial pay upfront- $42 (pay $20 more in cash at event. $5 discount)
Pay $40 in cash in full at the event – ($7…

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Justin’s Birthday Bash With Flying Spiders & Wabi Sabi In Richland, WashingtonEveryone is invited to attend Justin’s birthday bash at the Emerald of Siam located at 1314 Jadwin Avenue in Richland, Washington on Friday, August 14 from 9:00-11:59 in the evening.

The Flying Spiders 
Flying Spiders will be performing their hip hop lyrics about the transformation of fear and thirst for social change, merging with the layers and textures of live instrumentalists from different musical and metaphysical practices. The band operates with a core group of emcees, vocalists and instrumentalists with a revolving door of special guests. 

Wabi Sabi Band 
The band will also be performing live for Justin’s birthday. Their music brings an amazing level of fresh funk and inspired jams. The band consists of all-star players from Tri-Cities area.

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Happy Horse Riding School Day Camps In Burbank, WashingtonOn August 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14 Happy Horse Riding School located at 548 Tuttle Lane in Burbank, Washington will be offering day camps for those who want to enjoy horses more. Camps will be from 7:00 in the morning to 12:00 noon.

Happy Horse Riding School Day Camp
The school’s goal is to introduce you to the wonderful world of horses. If you already ride they will teach you how to enjoy horses more or get along with your own horse better. Plus, you can have a horse of your own or you can bring him or her to camp with you, just let us know so arrangements can be made.

On the first day of the day camp a horse will be assigned to every camper to take care of. The responsibilities of feeding the horse at lunch, cleaning the stall and taking care of any…

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