During his time as an astronaut, Musgrave went on six spaceflights — including one stint as the lead spacewalker on the Hubble Telescope repair mission. He was also the first astronaut to perform a shuttle spacewalk.

In its announcement, CBC explains the three reasons why it’s bringing Musgrave to campus:

The College wants to promote its Astronomy program, increase awareness of math and science as a career, and generate financial support to build a planetarium on campus.

There’s no info online about how much tickets will cost for the fundraising dinner, but you can learn more on the CBC web site.

Story Musgrave Coming to CBC is a post from the Pasco Real Estate Blog.

We divided up into two teams — blue and gold, and a pair of Dust Devils players was assigned to coach each team. We started out doing some stretching on the outfield grass with the Dust Devils leading the routine. Then it was infield practice and shagging fly balls. When that ended, we moved to the batting cage and took some practice swings. Then it was time for baseball! They did the whole routine with us — a ceremonial first pitch, player introductions, national anthem, and everything. Too fun! The whole thing lasted a little less than three hours, and even though I haven’t been that sore in years, it was super fun. I’d do it again tomorrow in a heartbeat!

I played pretty well, too: 1-1 at the plate with a walk and a run scored. No errors in the field at 3B, with a couple successful grounders and fly balls fielded, and one hot line drive that would’ve killed me if I didn’t catch it. Whew! Our team lost, 6-5, but we all had a good time.

Huge thanks to Gesa and the Dust Devils for putting on such a fun event. If they do it again next year, I’m so there. Here are some of my pictures. Yes, I was taking photos and tweeting right on the field during the game!

Fun Day at Gesa Stadium! is a post from the Pasco Real Estate Blog.

Tickets are $17 for adults, or $15 for students and seniors. They’re available at the door, or at Shelby’s Floral (Kennewick), Adventures Underground (Richland), and the CBC Performing Arts Office.

See “Rent” at CBC is a post from the Pasco Real Estate Blog.

It’s scheduled for June 29th from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Tickets cost $32 and are available now at TRAC and at Ranch & Home in Kennewick. Your ticket includes the party and a sold-out midnight showing of Eclipse at Fairchild Cinemas. All ticket holders will be entered to win one of four Twilight custom charm bracelets and a glass of wine if over 21.

Here’s what they have planned for the pre-party at TRAC:

• Richland Wal-Mart and Canyon’s Edge present a Twilight Fashion Show
• Twilight look-a-like theater production
• “Fire & Ice” appetizer stations
• Twilight themed cake contest
• Vampire & Wolf Pack face and body painting
• Eclipse silent auction and raffle includes autographed actor’s photos
• Ticket holders wearing red will be asked to participate in the “Bella Rescues Edward” skit
• Twilight vendors
• and more…

So, yeah, this isn’t your average movie premiere, is it? Eat your heart, Iron Man.

Twilight Eclipse Premiere Party at TRAC is a post from the Pasco Real Estate Blog.

• June 8: Columbia Basin Concert Band, directed by CBC music teacher Randy Hubbs
• June 10: FreeForm, an award-winning vocal jazz group performs with the CBC Jazz Ensemble
• June 15: CBC Orchestra, directed by D. Robert Burroughs, performs with other CBC small choirs

All of the concerts are free and start at 7:30 pm in the CBC Theater.

CBC Spring Concerts Start Tomorrow is a post from the Pasco Real Estate Blog.

It’s a Hawaiian-themed party that includes a concert by Plastic Soul and catering by Jack-Son’s of Richland. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets, but they say “no coolers.” The event runs from 7:00 pm to midnight.

The cost is $25 in advance or $30 at the door, and that includes admission and food. You can call Preston Wines at 545-1990 to buy tickets – they’re on sale now!

Tiki Beach Blowout at Preston Wines is a post from the Pasco Real Estate Blog.

• Jonathan Lewis of Hire Electric, a Dalles-based company
• Bob Skinner of Solar Design (out of Massachusetts, I think)
• Phil Lou from WSU’s Northwest Solar Center

They’ll be talking about solar power: how it works, the future of solar power, and government incentives for adopting solar power (among other things). The seminar is scheduled for 6:30 pm on June 17th at the Franklin PUD Auditorium, 1411 W. Clark Street in Pasco.

You can call 546-5946 for more information or RSVP by emailing Todd Blackman at tblackman@franklinpud.com.

Solar Power Seminar Coming Soon is a post from the Pasco Real Estate Blog.

Taste of Home is a magazine that you may be familiar with, and this event next week is part of a series of shows the magazine puts on all across the country. It usually runs for about 2.5 hours, and the instructor shares and demonstrates about a dozen recipes. Attendees get a gift bag and a cookbook from the magazine.

You can get tickets in advance for $12, and they’re available at Ranch and Home in Kennewick, Grocery Outlet in Kennewick, or online at www.tasteofhometricities.com. If available, tickets at the door will run you $15.

Taste of Home Cooking School – Next Week at TRAC is a post from the Pasco Real Estate Blog.

The Port of Pasco is hosting a grand opening (of sorts) for the first building at Osprey Pointe. It’ll happen on May 10th at 11:00 am at 904 E. Ainsworth Avenue. The Port is asking attendees to RSVP at 547-3378 or by email to portofpasco [at] portofpasco.org.

Osprey Pointe Grand Opening Event Scheduled is a post from the Pasco Real Estate Blog.

You’ll be able to visit the farmers market on Saturdays and Wednesdays from 8:00 am to 12 noon. It’s probably too early for tomatoes (like you see in this photo), but expect beans, carrots, cucumbers, lettuce, asparagus, and other early-season fruits and vegetables. As always, there’ll be some pre-made local foods, too, as well as local craft vendors and such. You’ll also be treated to some live music performances occasionally throughout the summer.

The Pasco Farmers Market is located at 4th Avenue and Columbia Street. Use the map below to get directions if you’ve never been there before.

Pasco Farmers Market Opens Saturday is a post from the Pasco Real Estate Blog.