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TUESDAY, OCT 21, 4:30–7:30 PM
YOUNG BALLROOM
REID CAMPUS CENTER
WHITMAN COLLEGE
ALL AGES
Come learn about and discuss fish recovery and drought in the Basin and what Walla Walla 2050 is doing to address these issues! The evening will include short presentations (5-7PM), interactive stations, and plenty of time to connect with others who care about the future of the Walla Walla Basin.
Enjoy family-friendly activities, along with free snacks and beverages provided throughout the evening. For more info, including presentation topics and schedule, visit wallawallawater.org.
ABOUT WALLA WALLA 2025: In the Walla Walla River Basin, there is not always enough water available to meet the needs of our local communities, Tribes, farms, and aquatic ecosystems. The Walla Walla Basin Watershed Strategy (“Walla Walla 2050”) is a collaborative effort of people working together to meet the Basin’s growing water needs and provide water for healthy rivers, fish, farms, and people.
SAT OCT 4, 6-7PM
THE ROYAL BLOCK
222 MAIN STREET
“Tough Guys”, by Scott Smith is the subject of this month’s Art Talk with Joseph Roberts and the artist. 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 wines from Brockmeyer Family Wines!
21+
SATURDAY SEP 27, 4PM - 8PM
THE ROYAL BLOCK
222 MAIN STREET
Saturday, the always popular TONGUE + GROOVE series returns to THE ROYAL BLOCK for their food special and live music night featuring the instrumental jazzy blues grooves of the amazing MICHAEL KELLY BAND!
The music is exceptional as are the fresh Oysters that will be served starting at 4PM. Have some wine and brine before the music starts at 6. You’ll want to arrive a little early as there’s always a bit of a crush for this unbeatable pairing.
21+, NO COVER
SEPTEMBER 27 5-9PM
THE BOBCAT ROOM
235 EAST MAIN STREET
$20/PLATE INCLUDES MUFFULETTA SANDWICH + CREOLE POTATO SALAD
PREORDER: TEXT ONLY 509-386-2448
Chef Val from the Whoopemup Hollow Cafe (Waitsburg famed institution) is set to make a return to the stage in the city of Dayton, the New Orleans of Washington, on Sept 27th from 5-9pm.
Made world famous by the Central Grocery in New Orleans, the Muffuletta sandwich is an extravaganza of flavor! A sesame studded Italian loaf is filled with Capicola, Mortadella, Salami, Provolone, and Mozzarella, layered with Olive Relish and Giardiniera. We're serving up this bad boy with Creole Potato Salad. The Bobcat Room will be running a special cocktail menu to compliment Val’s southern artistry.
To Pre-order Text Only (no calls!) to 509-386-2448. Please include First and Last Name and # of plates you'd like to order.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, SEP 26-28, 2025
5PM OPENING ON FRIDAY
CAVU CELLARS
175 E AERONCA AVE
2025 will be the 13th year of ArtWalla’s fundraising event, ArtSquared! Each year they have artists from across the country (and quite a few from Waitsburg) create 6X6” pieces of art to be sold at $36 a piece.
As any attendee can tell you, opening night is exciting with a general frenzy of art acquisition as art lovers dash to grab the work of their favorite artists. If you prefer a more genteel approach, the sale continues throughout the weekend, and the racks are refreshed with new pieces by the same artists as art is sold. Regardless of your approach, the squares are a wonderful way to build an affordable collection and support both your favorite artists and the ArtWalla organization.
ArtWalla uses ArtSquared to fund their grant programs helping local artists and arts organizations spread art within our community.
SEPTEMBER 21, 11AM - 4PM
BRUCE HOUSE MUSEUM
4TH + MAIN STREET
ALL AGES
Open to the Public - Free Docent-Led Museum Tours
Join us for an afternoon of great food, pioneer craft demonstrations, horse-drawn carriage rides, antique farm equipment and tools, Waits Mill model, vintage School Room, and tours of the historic Bruce House Museum, from noon to 4p.m.!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
11AM Pioneer of the Year Award Ceremony
11:20AM Community Church Service
12PM Pie Contest Judging Begins
12 - 3PM Buffalo Burgers
12:15 to 4 PM Live Music
1 - 1:15PM Pie Auction
2:30PM Vintage Style Show
Please welcome our newest maker to Waitsburg, ceramicist Caitlin Potts. Organic shapes, beautiful glaze, and the traditional Japanese nerikomi technique are the hallmarks of her work. Her full Autumn 2025 drop is available Friday September 19, exclusively at the Royal Block Party.
For those further afield, connect @studiokokoseattle or wait for remaining pieces to land on studiokoko.net for your shopping pleasure.
Caitlin will offering ceramics classes in the Wolfling Coffee space at 206 Main later in the fall, so stay tuned…
FRIDAY SEP 19, 2025
5-8 PM
206 MAIN STREET
Come get a fresh look at the newest renovation project on Main Street during the Royal Block Party. Trevor and Caitlin of Wolfling Coffee have been working hard on getting the renovation work completed so that coffee service can begin. The Grand Opening is tentatively slated for late October.
In the meantime, on Friday September 19, there will be refreshing non-alcoholic cocktails being served, newly revealed original brick from 1927 to admire, freshly polished original floors, and fresh angles to explore. Come say hello!
SEPTEMBER 19, 2025, 5 - 10PM
ROYAL BLOCK ALLEY
ALL AGES
It’s a first! … and the start of a beautiful tradition. Join us for the first annual ROYAL BLOCK PARTY!
Food by Cocina Barelas and the Whiskey C Bar + Kitchen. Music by Friends of the Devil and Los Amigos Con Groove and the Mythical Movable Bluegrass Jam.
There will be a Beer + Wine Garden, Non-Alcoholic Cocktails, Martini Bar, Flowers and Shrubs, Bowling Alley, Cornhole Toss, Ring Toss, Wolfling Coffee Openhouse, and Vendors.
ALL AGES / NO COVER
See you there!
EXPLORE THE HEART OF THE VALLEY
SAT + SUN SEP 20-21, 10AM - 4PM
PACKET PICKUP STARTING AT 8:30 AM DAY OF
TICKETS ONLINE and EARLY BIRD PRICING
Kids under 10 attend free · Family-friendly event
Discover, Taste & Experience
Step into the Walla Walla Valley’s rich agricultural story with Tour D’ Farm, a two-day, self-guided adventure across farms, vineyards, orchards, and animal-centered stops. From hands-on demonstrations to behind-the-scenes tours, you’ll see firsthand how food, wine, and traditions are grown right here in our valley.
Whether you’re a local resident, a visiting family, or a curious traveler, this immersive experience invites you to connect with the people and places that make Walla Walla a world-class agricultural destination.
Meet the Makers – Visit working farms, ranches, and vineyards, and chat with growers, winemakers, and producers.
Hands-On Fun – Petting, tastings, demos, and kid-friendly activities at select stops.
SATURDAY, SEP 20, 2025, 6-9PM
WAITSBURG FAIRGROUNDS
TICKETS $40 ON EVENTBRITE
Get ready to sink your teeth into mouthwatering salmon at the Annual Waitsburg Lions Club Salmon BBQ. On the menu:
GRILLED SALMON with FAMOUS SAUCE
BAKED POTATO
BAKED BREAD
FAMOUS BAKED BEANS
HOMEMADE COLE SLAW
BEER & WINE
It’s a feast you don’t want to miss!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2025
1:30 PM
LIBERTY THEATER
$25 Per Person limited to 60 people
Advance purchase strongly recommended
ONLINE TICKETS
Join us for an afternoon Picnic Tea, Downton Abbey Style. Enjoy sweet and savory delights such as finger sandwiches, scones and clotted cream.
DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE, the cinematic return of the global phenomenon, returns to the Crawley family and their staff as as they enter the 1930s. As the beloved cast of characters navigates how to lead Downton Abbey into the future, they must embrace change and welcome a new chapter.
If you can’t attend this special event, the movie will be playing September 12 - 23 for regular showtimes.