Good morning, Walla Walla.

Local officials say that slow growth and an aging population stress public services, health care, and schools; city and county leaders are taking steps — including changes in permit processing — to expand the tax base and boost funding, aiming to secure community vitality for the future.

Officials say a Code Red alert has been declared as local blood banks face severe shortages that may delay non-emergency surgeries, and eligible donors are urged to schedule blood+platelet donations today to help save lives.

Bilingual Spanish/English Storytime

10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories in both Spanish and English designed for children.

International Guitar Night XXVI

7 PM – 1 AM — Gesa Power House Theatre — Ticket pricing varies — Celebrate the artistry of guitar with talented musicians from around the globe.

Almost February Film Feast

5:30-11:30 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate film and community at this annual cinematic event.

Bilingual Storytime for Children

10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories in both Spanish and English for young listeners.

Comedy Night with Andrew Sleighter & Tyler Boeh

5-9 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Get ready to laugh the night away with stand-up comedy from Andrew Sleighter and Tyler Boeh.

Bilingual Storytime for Kids

10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free — Stories in Spanish and English come to life for children every Tuesday.

Library Tastings @ Echolands Winery

1-3:30 p.m. — Echolands Winery - Estate Vineyard — $55 per person — Experience a guided tasting of exclusive library wines in a unique subterranean setting.

The Importance of Being Earnest - Live Cinema Screening

7-11:59 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $10-$15 — Experience a joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy through a live cinema screening.