In brief: EWU libraries holding fundraiser Saturday

CHENEY – Eastern Washington University Libraries will hold its annual “Oktoberfest” on Saturday, from 5 to 10:30 p.m. in the JFK Library.

The yearly fundraiser will be an out-of-this-world experience with a buffet dinner including chicken, meatballs, salad and vegetarian hummus bars from Victor’s and cupcakes by Marsells Cakes and Desserts. Wine and beer will be provided by Latah Creek Winery, Walla Walla Vintners, Northern Lights Brewing Co. and Golden Hills Brewing Co. Nonalcoholic beverages will also be available.

The Don Goodwin Group will perform live jazz, with an “intergalactic” theme. The top three contenders in the EWU Libraries’ Star Search will also provide entertainment. EWU students, faculty, staff and alumni are eligible to enter this talent contest to win a $500 cash prize sponsored by WestCoast Entertainment and TicketsWest. To enter the talent contest visit www.ewu.edu/StarSearch.

The evening will also include a silent auction and a 50-50 raffle.

Tickets are $35 each or $175 for a reserved table of six, and student tickets are $15.

All proceeds benefit the EWU Libraries’ Collection Endowment Fund for the purchase of books and journals.

To purchase tickets and for more information, visit www.ewu.edu/oktoberfest or e-mail cking2@ewu.edu.

Cemetery association annual meeting Friday

CHENEY – The Cheney Cemetery Association will present its annual meeting Friday at 10 a.m. at the Cheney Methodist Church, 204 Fourth St..

The speaker will be Beth Ann Daigre, president of the Ladies and Gentlemen of the Washington State Veterans Cemetery.

There will be refreshments and door prizes.

For more information, call Helen Boots at (509) 235-4453 or (509) 235-4987.