The next Old-Time Community Dance will be held on Saturday, February 18, 7:00 PM at Enterprise Odd  Fellows Hall. Complete with Live String Band and Caller (Squares, Circles, Reels, Contras, Waltzes) All dances will be called/taught, no experience needed, beginners welcome and no partner or special clothing necessary. Admission $3/person, $5/couple, $10/family, under age 12, FREE. Finger foods/snacks welcome. Coffee, tea and water provided. For info call Laura Skovlin 541-398-0800.

The Wallowa Valley Music Alliance in cooperation with Wallowa County Bed and Breakfasts presents the 6th annual Spring Strings in the Wallowas April 26-29-, 2012; an exciting weekend retreat for string chamber music players (violin, viola, cello) designed to celebrate and explore music for string quartets and other small string ensembles.

Participants are invited to bring along their favorite string ensemble music and enjoy the solitude and majestic beauty of early spring in the Wallowa Mountains. Enjoy delicious catered meals featuring the bounty of Eastern Oregon, fellowship opportunities with other string musicians, and the gracious hospitality of Wallowa County's bed & breakfast inns. A variety of cultural and recreational opportunities for spouses and traveling companions are available.