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4th Annual Glitz & Glam at Three Rivers Convention Center KennewickThe 4th Annual Glitz & Glam will happen on May 17 at 6:00 in the evening at Three Rivers Convention Center Kennewick, Washington.

The Glitz & Glam Benefit
The benefit is an exciting and fun ladies night out. It gives importance and awareness for people with Down syndrome. The event focuses on informing everyone to life of a family who has been touched by Down syndrome.

Other Activities in the Benefit Show
Dinner will be served in the show. There will also be a silent auction, dessert auction, dancing, door prizes, photo opportunities and much more.

All proceeds of the benefit will go to the Down Syndrome Association of the Mid Columbia (DSAMC), a local non profit organization that supports people who are touched with Down syndrome by providing…

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Carl Tosten Live In Thomas O”Neil Cellars Richland WASinger, songwriter and acoustic fingerstlye guitarist Carl Tosten performs in Thomas O”Neil Cellars on May 16 from 7:00 until 10:00 in the evening.

More About Tosten
Tosten is a brilliant musician whose style defies easy classification. He is well-known for his strong and soulful voice and an eclectic and expressive guitar technique that includes percussion, tapping, multiple open tunings and capos.

The artist is also known as an “acoustic one-man band" while his lyrics are both introspective and thoughtful and speak to the audience individually as well as collectively with his observations on society, the complexities of living and love. In addition, Tosten’s classical and jazzy overtones elevate his original compositions to a level more…

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Children Poet Kenn Nesbitt in Richland WashingtonAmerican children’s poet Kenn Nesbitt named “Children’s Poet Laureate” by the Poetry Foundation, a Chicago-based American foundation created to promote poetry in the wider culture will be at Richland Public Library on May 15 at 7:00 in the evening for a night of book reading and signing.

Who is Kenn Nesbitt?
Born in Berkeley, California, Kenn grew up in Fresno and San Diego and attended National University in San Diego, where he majored in computer science. According to former Children’s Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis, Nesbitt’s poetry for children is “irrepressible, unpredictable, and raucously popular." In addition, Nesbitt's poems usually deal with humorous, relatable situations that verge on the madcap. He now lives in Spokane, Washington with his…

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Mapping Latino Muscical Migrations with Antonio Davidson-GĂłmez at Richland Public LibraryMapping Latino Musical Migrations with Antonio Davidson-GĂłmez
On Thursday, May 15 at 7:00 in the evening, The Richland Public Library invites everyone to a night of Mapping Latino Musical Migrations with Antonio Davidson-Gómez. Admission is free. performs live with his percussion in a night of U.S. Latino and Latin American music. Hosted by James and Doris Kelly the presentation will be held at the Richland Public Library.

What’s in a pop song?
There are stories that run deeper than catchy lyrics might suggest. The instruments, the language, the style – even a song’s structure can show us how ideas and experiences are traded between diverse communities.

In this hands-on experience, participants will play instruments from U.S. Latino and Latin…

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Benefit for the Oso Victims Richland WAThe Emerald of Siam is holding a benefit for the people affected by the tragic mudslide in Western Washington on May 16 at 6:00 in the evening. All donations go to organizations helping with recovery efforts.

Details of the Emerald Benefit for Oso  
Saigon County 6-8
Holly Barkem 9-9:45
Arrington 10:00-11:00
Tumble Down Badger 11:15 - 12:00
Savage Henrys 12:15 - close 

Contact information for the Event   
You may call 509-946-9328, send an email to emeraldofsiam@hotmail.com or visit their website http://www.emeraldofsiam.com/

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Robin Hood at the Hanford High School AuditoriumOn May 16 and 17, the Hanford Center Stage continues it's presentation of Robin Hood at the Hanford High School Auditorium Main Stage, 450 Hanford St. Richland, Washington. The show starts at 7:30 in the evening and is directed by Deb Donahoe & Peggy Painter

About the Presentation
When the wicked and powerful Sheriff of Nottingham does murder and drives good people to flee to the forests, who can they turn to for help? When the poor and powerless peasants go hungry and are hung for poaching on King John's land, who can they turn to for help? When Queen Eleanor's lady-in-waiting is endangered and the Queen coerced into giving help to her own power-hungry son, King John, who will at least keep them entertained until a solution can be undertaken? Why, none…

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MOJAVE at Dessert Wind Prosser Washington's Cooking ClassOn May 14, come and be a part of an evening of culinary instructions in a small setting where you can learn tips and techniques as well as informative and in-depth look at cooking for mastering your kitchen from the MOJAVE culinary crew. Featuring Southwest-inspired cuisine with a uniquely Northwest twist MOJAVE at Desert Wind is located within the Desert Wind Winery, 2258 Wine Country Road Prosser, Washington.

Registration Details
Classes cost $70 per person, limited to 12 participants unless otherwise noted and includes class instruction and chef demo, recipes, wine and food and a small gift. Tasting portions of the food prepared, and wine pairings are also included in the registration price.

Seating is not assigned and there is no guarantee that…

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Kennewick Washington, Group Health Inland Empire Century25, 50, 75, 100 Mile Bike Rides
Ride the rivers and wheat fields of Eastern Washington with this year's Group Health Inland Empire Century. Happening on May 10, the routes skirt both the Columbia and Yakima Rivers going through the parks and over the bridges and then taking the return route via the Horse Heaven Hills.

You can choose from 25 miles to more challenging 50, 75 or 100 miles tours showcasing the scenic beauty of the Lower Yakima/Columbia River valley. Get mesmerized with the river valley's vineyards, wheat fields and fruit orchards.

Details of the Tri Cities Bike Ride Routes
From Columbia Park riders will go east through Kennewick, across the Columbia to Pasco, then cross again to Richland, while other rides go on to Benton City. If you…

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Tri Cities Children's Hospital Guilds “Some Like it Hot” Chili Cook-Off Tri Cities Wa Children's Hospital Guilds Presents “Some Like it Hot” Chili Cook-Off
The Three Rivers Children’s Hospital Guild is hosting the fourth annual “Some Like it Hot” Chili Cook-Off on February 1, 2014 from 6-9PM at the Richland Community Center, 500 Amon Dr. in Richland.

Chillin’ for Some Chili
There will be smokin’ hot competition between the local guilds as they try to outdo each other with their own delectable versions of chili. Guild members will fill in the rest of the menu with cornbread, yummy dessert, beer from Ice Harbor Brewery, and wine from the Wine Society.

Country singer Natalie Pyle Longmeier and former Miss Tri Cities Adrienne Bousquet will provide the evening’s entertainment.

Purpose of the Cook-Off
“Some Like it Hot”…

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McNary Wildlife RefugeThe Winter Birds Event at McNary's Wildlife Refuge will be a lot of fun and very relaxing. We've enjoyed some family time at the refuge and appreciate the serenity the center offers. When the cold weather becomes to unbearable, then the warmth and hot drinks on the inside awaits you.

The Winter Birds event is at the McNary Environmental Education Center on Saturday, February 8 between 9am & 12noon. From McNary's flyer:

Discover McNary’s abundance of ducks, swans, geese and other birds of the Mid-Columbia. Blue Mountain Wildlife of Pendleton will be at McNary with live raptors. Videographer Gaylord Mink will show his wonderful wildlife films. There will be hands-on activities and nature hikes. Afterward, join the Friends of the Mid-Columbia River…

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