Tri-Cities Real Estate News & Views - Richland Washington

Signature Quilts at White Bluffs Quilt Museum in Richland, WA

Signature Quilts is currently on exhibit at the White Bluffs Quilt Museum on Torbett Street in Richland, Wa. This quilt was pieced together between the years 1920-1930 by Sylvia Matteson Bradley, a White Bluffs pioneer.

The quilt contains 54 signatures of community members, and this exhibit will be put on display until May. All are invited to attend the reception that will take place on March 16 from 1:30 to 3:30PM. 

White Bluffs Signature Quilt
Attend the exhibit and have fun as you try to identify the Washington pioneers and their families whose signatures appear on the quilt. Aside from that, you may also write your name on one of the blocks and be included in the White Bluffs Signature Quilt that will be created this year.

Sign a block for…

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Hanford High Drama Presents Dessert Theatre at Red Lion, Richland WA

Here’s a treat for people who love the arts and have a penchant for sweets, too.

The Hanford High Drama presents Dessert Theatre at the Red Lion Hotel in Richland, Wa on March 8, from 6:30PM to 9PM. Gear up for a delightful evening of desserts, entertainment (by no less than the award-winning Hanford High drama students, of course), and a silent and live auction.

Be a Hero
The theme of this event is Heroes. If you want to be a hero, too, make sure to be there to support the drama students and bid for auction items. Help make this fundraiser a success. All proceeds go in support of the students of Hanford High’s drama department.

Admission is only $25. You may call Julie at (509) 947-0033 or visit Hanford High Drama’s website for more details.

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Richland, Wa’s LIGO Hanford Second Saturday Public Tours

Go on an educational tour with the whole family through LIGO Hanford’s Observatory Tours.

LIGO Hanford offers public drop-in tours at 1:30PM every second Saturday of the month, and this month, that will fall on March 8.

LIGO Tours
Get a chance to tour one of two gravitational wave observatories in the United States. During the tour, your LIGO host will provide a presentation detailing LIGO’s research. He will also conduct a walking tour of the Observatory and give tourists a chance to visit the control room.

Since plenty of walking will be done, it is recommended that tourists wear comfortable shoes. LIGO’s facilities are also wheelchair accessible, so even differently abled individuals can enjoy the tour.

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Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing at ACT in Richland, WA

The Academy of Children’s Theatre will be staging “Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing”, Judy Blume’s classic favorite comedy on February 28, March 1, 7, and 8 at 7PM.

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
This comedy play will chronicle the life of nine-year-old Peter as he struggles with his infuriation over the horrendous behavior that his bratty little brother, Fudge, demonstrates (incidentally, this is the first of Blume’s “Fudge” stories). The fact that Fudge’s antics usually go unpunished only adds to Peter’s frustration. Watch and see how the hilarious antics of mischievous Fudge is complemented by the quick wit of his older brother and the unbreakable confidence of know-it-all Sheila Tubman. You won’t only recognized these iconic characters but relate…

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Richland Wa Presents The Basics – A Workshop on Alzheimer’s Disease

The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease
On Thursday, March 20, from 1-3PM, Bethel Church will present The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease, an educational workshop co-sponsored by Kadlec Neurological Resource Center and the Alzheimer’s Association. There will also be an evening session on the same day, from 6-8PM.

Alarming Statistics for Alzheimer’s Disease
People affected by Alzheimer’s disease are growing in numbers. In fact, in March of last year, the National Vital Statistics System released data showing Washington State as having the highest mortality rate for Alzheimer’s disease in the U.S. At 46.3 deaths per 100,000 people, the state’s death rate for the year 2010 far exceeded the national rate of 25.1…

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Richland’s Leprechaun Dash for Elementary and Middle School Students

Here’s something for elementary and middle school students out there.

Tri Cities Wa presents the Leprechaun Dash, a one-mile fun run to be held in a closed portion of Columbia Park Trail. The fun run is happening on March 15, and it will start and finish near near R.F. McDougall’s and Kimo's.

The Leprechaun Dash
There is no fee to join the Dash. This is Three Rivers Road Runners’ way to help kids have some fun, get healthy, and stay fit at the same time. However, runners need to register, as their parents’ signatures are needed on the entry forms. Children older than 15 years old are excluded from registering for the Leprechaun Dash.

Parents have nothing to worry about as the organizers made sure there would be a safe, controlled course with the…

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Mid Columbia Musical Theatre Presents Les Misérables

First published in 1862, Les Misérables is a French historical novel by Victor Hugo. It is considered one of the greatest novels of the 19th century, and it is coming on stage at the Richland High School Auditorium on March 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23.

One of the 19th Century’s Bests
The novel follows the lives and interactions of several characters over a period of 17 years, beginning in 1815 and culminating in the 1832 June Rebellion. The novel’s focus is on the struggles of Jean Valjean, an ex-convict, and his experience of redemption. Examining the nature of law and grace, the novel elaborates upon the history of France, the architecture and urban design of Paris, politics, moral philosophy, antimonarchism, justice, religion, and the types and nature of…

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Tri Cities Presents St. Patrick Day Foot Race in Richland Washington

Welcome springtime the Tri Cities style with the annual St. Patrick Foot Race happening on March 15. There will be 5 and 10km races, with the 10km race starting at 10:00AM and the 5km race at 10:10AM. The race course will close at 11:30AM. The race will start and finish near R.F. McDougall’s and Kimo's at Columbia Center North, Richland, Washington.

Age Group Awards for 5 and 10km Racers
Age group awards will be given for 5 and 10km races using the following age group:

• 15 and under
• 16 to 19 years old
• 20 to 29 years old
• 30 to 39 years old
• 40 to 49 years old
• 50 to 59 years old
• 60 to 69 years old
• 70 and above

Pre-Registration Required
Entrance fee for running the 5 or 10km races is $11.00. Technical fabric sleeveless…

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Richland Run Fest – A Full Marathon, a Half Marathon and a 5K Run

Just a head’s up: this race is not to be confused with the USRA-sponsored Tri Cities Half Marathon happening in April.

Richland Run Fest
The Richland Run Fest is a running event comprised of a full marathon, a half marathon, and a 5k run. This is scheduled for February 22 at the Red Lion in Richland Wa. Packet pick-up, as well as pre-race and post-race activities will all take place there.

If you’re from outside the Tri Cities, we’re happy to inform you that the Red Lion will be providing rooms at a discounted rate of $89.00, but you need to mention explicitly that you are part of or running at the Richland Run Fest. Otherwise, you will not be given the discounted rate. You may reserve a room by February 21st by calling 1-800-RED-LION.

A Full…

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Tri Cities Wa Premier Wine Event – Wine Fete XIII

Here’s one perfect combination – scrumptious food, delectable wine, and a good cause.

On February 22, 2014, Richland will celebrate the premier local wine event of the year. This yearly Wine Fete will be held at Meadow Springs Country Club and is for the benefit of the Children’s Developmental Center.

Wining and Dining with a Purpose
While the Children’s Developmental Center holds several events all throughout the year to raise much-needed funds to help children and families in need, the Wine Fete stands out from the rest. It is touted as Richland’s largest fundraiser of the year and the Tri Cities community’s premier wine event, hopes to raise funds and provide needed resources to help and serve children, aged 0 to 3, who were born or have…

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