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This is a digital publication celebrating all the best of Waitsburg, Washington. We’re here to help you find fun things to do, explore the neighborhood, and put you in touch with the amazing creatives, makers, and businesses that call this great (and tiny) city home.

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The Siren is an observer of arts and culture celebrating all the best of Waitsburg, Washington. We’re here to help you find fun things to do, explore the neighborhood, and put you in touch with the amazing creatives, makers, and businesses that call this great (and tiny) city home.
9 AM - 4 PM
APRIL 11 + 12, 2025
TOWN HALL
121 MAIN STREET
Gaudy Gals presents a spring market event featuring vintage, garden, books, crafts, furniture, and yes, even ‘Man Junque’.
SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 2025
6:30 PM
AMERICAN 35
128 MAIN STREET
Saturday night, Friends of the Devil (Andy Steele - drums and percussion, Paul Gregutt - vocals, guitar; Nick Velluzzi - vocals, guitar; Nick Bader - bass) will be serving up songs by the Grateful Dead, the Jerry Garcia Band, Old and in the Way, Bob Dylan, Neil Young and a smattering of Cosmic Cowboy tunes on the American 35 stage beginning at 6:30PM.
FRIDAY, MARCH 21
6:30 PM
THE ROYAL BLOCK
222 MAIN STREET
21+
This Friday marks the return of The Movie Crush with our favorite cinematic curator, Warren Etheredge introducing us to ‘PROCESS’— part two of a four-part movie series: ART IN SHORT.
“How audiences and critics will receive an artist’s efforts is unpredictable, thus creators are wise to enjoy the process of making the work. Paint on canvas. Digital pen on tablet. Clay or camera in hand. Paper reimagined with twists or blades. The dedicated artists who invest in their particular, and sometimes peculiar, visions are enriched by the feel, the focus, the sweat, the hours. In this 75-minute* royal block of shorts, you’ll meet painters and the painted, doodlers and rappers, scientists and saviors, all of whom will show you… how it’s done.”
SAT 3/15 4-8pm: SPANISH TAPAS + FLAMENCO MUSIC
ROYAL BLOCK
222 MAIN STREET
6-8pm: Guitarra Flamenca - classic flamenco repertoire and original works by Gustavo Alonso López and a special guest Jay Roulston.
4-6pm: Spanish tapas paired with Spanish wine varietals from Walla Walla Valley.
21+
Combine Art Collective is pleased to announce our next show starting March 6 — Straight Outta Waitsburg! Participating artists will be: Bill Rodgers, Carrie Hendrix, David Gignac, Greg Tate, Karen Gregutt, Kimi Bruzas, Lane Gwinn, Suze Wood, Tom Bennett and Twila Johnson Tate.
Join us for the Artist’s reception the evening of March 7, 2025!
SAT 3/1 6-7pm: ART TALK
ROYAL BLOCK
222 MAIN STREET
‘Wise Virgin Eating Rock‘ by Amanda Manitach is the subject of this month’s Art Talk with Joseph Roberts. The artist herself will join us to unveil and discuss the artwork. Manitach is also the editor of PublicDisplay.art, which features an interview with Joseph Roberts in this month's edition.
Join the conversation! Royal Block hosts monthly art talks: round-table discussions facilitated by Joseph Roberts that consider differing perceptions of a single artwork. No art experience necessary.
Come early to sample some new and library wines by our friends over at El Corazon!
21+
Our own Joseph Roberts was interviewed by artist Amanda Manitach for Seattle publication PublicDisplay.art on his unique perspective on supporting artists. It’s a quick but wonderful read, and highlights Roberts’ art program here in Waitsburg.
For Valentine’s Day celebrations, you don’t want to miss the beautiful baked perfection of Buckin’ Tasty. They’re offering Cupcakes and 6” Cakes in Strawberry Shortcake, Vanilla Raspberry, and Chocolate.
VALENTINE'S NIGHT FEBRUARY 14
THE LIBERTY THEATER -DAYTON
Doors 6:15PM | Movie 7:00PM
Free Admission
TICKET IS REQUIRED
In addition to one of the greatest classic cinematic masterpieces of all time, there will also be:
- Regular concessions available for sale
- A sweet treat from Vikki's Sweet Shoppe
- Flowers to purchase for your Valentine from Paige's Floral and Gifts
- The Casablanca Cocktail prepared by Hotel Hardware from The Bobcat Room
- Champagne and Sparkling Cider
A delicious new series is coming to Royal Block to start your Sunday(s) off right: A weekly bagel pop up with our friend Tom Glase! If you’ve not yet experienced the toothsome marvels of “Get Some Bagels” which will be opening a shop in Walla Walla this spring, you’re missing out!
Homemade bagels with various spreads, mimosas, red beer and hot brew available 9AM to NOON (or until they are gone!) @ ROYAL BLOCK
21+
ART TALK
FEBRUARY 1, 6-7PM
THE ROYAL BLOCK
222 MAIN STREET
Trace 6510 by Etsuko Ichikawa is on view at the Royal Block and is the subject of this month’s Art Talk with Joseph Roberts and the artist who will be joining from Tokyo via Zoom.
Join the conversation! Royal Block hosts monthly art talks: round-table discussions facilitated by Joseph Roberts that consider differing perceptions of a single artwork. No art experience necessary.
Come early to enjoy "a preview flight" of some of some amazing wines and wineries that we will feature this spring!
21+
FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 6:30PM
ROYAL BLOCK
222 MAIN STREET
ART, IN SHORT is a new monthly short movie series presented by the Walla Walla Movie Crush.
This month's focus:
Rare breeds. Odd ducks. Head cases. Artists get called a lot of names, some of them fair, but many stemming from a certain envy. The best artists may very well be touched, in multiple ways, yet it is this nature that allows them to create works that spark, inspire and sate our souls. In this 75-minute* royal block of shorts, you’ll meet masters of many media most of whom may be part nutter, part genius — artists at their very cores.
21+