We wish you a windy Endurance.
    Okay, as musical greetings it’s not much, but it’s certainly seasonal.
    The Kite Derby and Stand-up Paddle Endurance Races are two big parts of a significant event this weekend, the Kiteboarding 4 Cancer (K4C) events on the waterfront. (Go to www.kb4c.org for updated event schedule and details.)

K4C is no typical sports event; it benefits important efforts such as the Breast Cancer Prevention Program of The Next Door Inc.

It’s also one of those events that defines Hood River: This is a festival of serious fun.

It’s getting wet with a purpose.

Thanks to all the organizers and supporters, and we wish you wind at just the right speed and with enough swirl and swell to keep it interesting.

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Temperatures are expected to ease down into the 80s and 70s over the weekend, but if you’re not planning to go kiting or paddling, here are some other keep-cool tips:

n The History Museum of Hood River County is a fascinating storehouse of local lore — and air-conditioned. (Open Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 5.)

n The pool — and new patio — are open each day at Hood River Aquatic Center.

n Gorge Discovery Center in The Dalles is air-conditioned, and features new films and exhibits.