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Academy of Children’s Theatre Presents Heart for the ArtsThe Academy of Children’s Theatre or ACT will be holding a major fundraising event on February 8, 2014 at Red Lion Hotel Columbia Center in Kennewick, Wa. The highlight of the evening would be a tribute to Porky Thomsen.

Who Is Porky Thomsen?
Ralph “Porky” Thomsen is a farmer, spokesperson for Toyota, businessman, actor, and philanthropist. He’s described as a fun, wild, and crazy guy who wears many hats. However, it’s for his philanthropic activities that he is being honored with this year’s Heart for the Arts award.

Heart for the Arts
The Academy of Children’s Theatre gives the Heart for the Arts award yearly in honor of local people who have performed above and beyond to support the arts. Aside from the awarding ceremony, there will be…

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Mid-Columbia Mastersingers Concert – Unterseher and GesualdoOn February 21 at 7:30PM and February 22 at 3:00PM, the Mid-Columbia Mastersingers will present the third in their Perfect Pairing Concert Series.

Perfect Pairing #3
On both days, the work of Tri Cities’ composer, Reginald Unterseher, will be presented, along with a weeklong guest artist residency and an exciting new commission. Some top local singers will be featured in small group performances highlighting Unterseher’s music as it is paired with the works of innovative Rennaisance composer Carlo Gesualdo. There will also be a 30-minute “Behind the Music” talk before each concert.

Save the Date
The concert will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on 520 S. Garfield St. Kennewick, Wa. Advance-purchase single tickets are available for $20 while…

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LIGO Hanford Observatory Public Tours for All AgesAre you a lover of astronomy? Then a trip to the LIGO Hanford Observatory should be included in your list of to-dos.

LIGO Hanford Observatory
LIGO is the acronym for Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory, which aims to observe gravitational waves of cosmic origin. As the LIGO website states, “LIGO searches for gravitational waves created in the supernova collapse of stellar cores to form neutron stars or black holes, the collisions and coalescences of neutron stars or black holes, the wobbly rotation of neutron stars with deformed crusts and the remnants of gravitational radiation created by the birth of the universe”.

Tour Schedules
They offer public tours every second Saturday and fourth Friday of each month, and for February, the…

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Double Feature at the CBC’s Bechtel National PlanetariumIf you’re looking for an exciting and educational adventure that you and your whole family can enjoy, then head on out to Bechtel National Planetarium at Columbia Basin College, 2600 N. 20th Ave. Pasco, Wa., on any of these dates and times: February 7-28 (Fridays only) at 7 and 8PM, and February 8-22 (Saturdays only) at 2 and 3PM.

Bechtel National Planetarium Shows
The planetarium at CBC offers life-like, high-definition images and sound using the most state-of-the-art projection system in the entire Pacific Northwest. You won’t need 3D glasses to enjoy the 36-foot panoramic viewing dome that can simulate a 3D effect.

Young children are unlikely to get bored, since a typical hour-long show normally includes a live presentation that lasts for 20-30…

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Tri City Business Leaders Foresee Continuous Growth for the RegionA couple of weeks back, more than 300 Tri Citians were present during the Tri Cities Regional Economic Outlook, and they heard some wonderful news. According to business leaders who attended the meeting, they are expecting a significant growth in tourism, health care, retail, manufacturing, and agriculture. That would mean more jobs for Tri Citians and even for people who are looking at the possibility of relocating to the Tri Cities.

Projected Growth
In 2013, newly opened restaurants, retail stores, booming car sales, and construction of new homes and medical buildings buoyed retail sales in the Tri Cities. Barbara Johnson, general manager of Columbia Center Mall, confirmed this. These industries are set for uphill climbing, along with the local job…

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Kamiakin High School Presents William Shakespeare’s MacbethPlenty of Shakespearean plays are scheduled this month, and if you’re a big fan of William Shakespeare, you are in for a wonderful treat.

Mark Your Calendars
On February 7 at 7PM and February 8 at 2PM, Kamiakin High School’s Bravehouse Production Company will present their 2013-2014 winter play, Macbeth. If you can’t catch the play on said dates, don’t worry. The play is slated to run on February 13 and 14 at 7PM, too.

Macbeth in the 1920s
One of Shakespeare’s classics is given an exciting twist in Bravehouse Production Company’s presentation, as they set the story in the 1920s, when flappers, gangsters, and gun molls ruled. However, only the setting of the story changed. As the ultimate tale of ruthless ambition, this version of Macbeth will still…

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A Night with Cougar Football in KennewickHere’s something for all Cougar fans out there. On February 7, 2014, you’ll have the chance to get your first look at the 2014 Recruiting Class for Cougar Football.

Washington State Cougars’ 2013-2014 Season
The event, which will start at 5:30PM, will be hosted by former ESPN anchor Cindy Brunson. Washington State Cougars’ Athletic Director Bill Moos and Head Football Coach Mike Leach will join her. An exciting portion of the evening will be the video highlights and insight on the team’s newest members, which Coach Leach will gladly share.

Come with your friends and family and enjoy a night of good food and great drinks while you all look back at an exciting 2013 season and look forward to an even more exciting 2014 run.

Event Information
The event…

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Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers Annual Convention Calling all winemakers and viticulturists out there. The Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers or WAWGG will have their 2014 annual meeting, convention, and trade show on February 5-7, 2014 from 8AM to 5PM at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, Wa. The WAWGG annual meeting is the second largest convention for the nation’s wine industry.

WAWGG’s Mission
The main mission of the Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers is to cultivate a positive business environment in order for Washington’s wine industry to keep growing. The Association’s vision is for Washington State’s wine industry to triple its economic impact by the year 2020. They aim to do this through improved profitability and sustainability for growers and wineries in the…

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Kennewick Art Walk   If you’re looking for something fun to look forward to on a regular basis, then mark all first Thursdays of each month in your calendar. Save the day for the Kennewick Art Walk that happens every month in historic Downtown Kennewick.

What Is the Kennewick Art Walk?
This family-friendly, recurring event features numerous talented local and regional artists who come together month after month through the efforts of local business establishments.

On this night, many businesses on the Art Walk, which are mostly art-based galleries and studios, stay open for extended hours and host an ever-changing array of art, as well as the artists who created the artworks.

More than Just Artworks
This is an open house, self-guided tour, which also highlights…

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Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Dinner at Barnard Griffin WineryThere are barely two weeks to go until Valentine’s Day. Have you decided how you would surprise your special someone? Wine, chocolates, flowers, and a fancy dinner are always a hit on this special day. As cliché as these romantic treats are, people never get tired of these.

Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Dinner
Barnard Griffin Wine Bar and Eatery will prepare special romantic dinners on February 14 and 15, which they dubbed ‘Sweetheart Dinner’. The wine bar is located at 878 Tulip Lane in Richland. 

Seats will only be available from 5 to 8PM, so it’s best to make your reservations as early as possible. Fixed price menu costs $45 per person. For reservations, you may call (509) 627-0266 or send an e-mail to Info[@]BarnardGriffin.com.

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