If you think that “there’s nothing to do” in Yakima, we’ll keep you up to date the best we can on all that’s happening right here in the Valley!
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THE DOWNTOWN YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET RETURNS IN 2026!
See you Sunday for some HOME GROWN FUN at the Downtown Yakima Farmers Market 9am to 1pm every Sunday thru October 18th at the Rotary Market Place Pavilion... 15 West Yakima Ave.
https://www.facebook.com/DowntownYakimaFarmersMarket
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Franklin Pool is open!
Franklin Pool will operate from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays. Yakima’s two other public pools, Lions Pool and Yakima Aquatic Center, are also open.
The cost for entry to Franklin Pool is $4 for kids aged four to 17, $5 for adults, $23 for a family of six, and $30 for a family of eight. Admission is also $4 for honored citizens, defined as anyone aged 62 or older, or is a Yakima Transit Honored Citizen card holder, State of Washington Handicapped Parking Placard holder, SSI Disabled, or active duty military.
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Ponies In The Sun Car Show
Join the Sun Country Mustang Club September 20th @ Sarge Hubbard Park. Show hours are 10am-4pm. $25 to register your car a tthe day of the show. There will be door prizes, 50/50 raffle and much more! You can also join the fun on Saturday September 19th with their Pony Trail starting at Sarg Hubbard Park at 9:30am, a Cruise-In at Major’s Drive In on Lincoln Ave starting at 5pm. For more info, visit suncountrymustang.com.
==============================================================================HELP WHITE SWAN!
Many Families have lost everything. Your support can help them rebuild and heal. Yakima Valley College Tiin-Ma Club is asking for donations. They are collecting clothing of all size,s Infant & children, teen & adult. Shoes, coats, jackets, socks and undergarments new only. Non Perishable food items, baby food & formula. Bottled water & hygiene products. Monetary donations are also being accepted. Cash, checks or gift cards will help families purchase immediate necessities and replace essential items. EVERY DONATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE! Donation drop off location is at the YVC Grandview Campus building #55 (library).
==============================================================================WHEELER’S DONATIONS
Wheeler’s is accepting donations to support the victims of the White Swan Fire. Donations needed: Toiletries, water, new bedding, groceries, new clothing, diapers, wipes and baby formula. Drop off locations are at Kiles Korner on Lateral A Rd, And Wheeler’s Smoke-N-Gas in Mabton.
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ZILLAH SUPPORTS WHITE SWAN
The City of Zillah is collecting donations to help those in need and we are accepting the following items at the Zillah Police Station, Monday–Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm, located at 111 Seventh Street:
Toiletries & hygiene items, Towels & soap, Toothpaste, Socks, Blankets, New underwear & clothing, Toys, Nonperishable food, Bottled water, Art & craft supplies… and other essential items are needed.
City Councilmember Brent Schafer will personally help ensure these donations reach the families who need them most.
You can also donate at collection boxes built by our local Scouts – Troop 555 – located outside of all Zillah schools.
==============================================================================Heritage University’s Kaleidoscope
Celebrating the vibrancy of the Heritage Community! Join Heritage University September 3rd from 4pm-7:30pm on The Great Lawn. Bring your family, blankets & lawn chairs, and join them for an evening of fun and camaraderie at this free festival, featuring: great food, games & prizes, H.U. gear, LIve music & karaoke, and more special surprises!
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Yakima Valley Bigfoot Con!
SAVE THE DATE! Happens October 23rd & 24th! Special guest appearances from bigfoot enthusiasts. All brought to you by the Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce.
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