Carrell, Johnson on tap for Saturday, Nov. 19 at Bargeway
This Week in Gorge Entertainment
By Jim Drake
Live Music at Bargeway Pub
Bargeway Pub in The Dalles hosts live music from local and regional bands.
Every Thursday - Local Legends, 6 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 18, Shane Brown, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 19, Victor Johnson & Jeff Carrell, 6 p.m.
Every Saturday & Sunday - BB Lake Band, 1 p.m.
Every Sunday - Reddy Black Trio, 5 p.m.
Live music at Working Hands Beer
Working Hands Beer in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Thursday, Nov. 17, Team Trivia Night, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 18, Freehugger (Acoustic Folk), 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 19, Lisa James, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 20, Open Mic hosted by Tim Decker, 6 p.m.
Pictures with Santa at Westside Fire
Enjoy a Pictures with Santa event at Hood River’s Westside Fire Station (4250 Barrett Drive) on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s a Free event, but donations are accepted as a fundraiser for the Leo Phillips Scholarship fund. More info at www.westsidefire.com
Skye Benefit at Last Stop Saloon
Last Stop Saloon in The Dalles hosts a fundraiser benefit for the Skye family on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 6-9 p.m. Proceeds from raffle baskets will be donated to the family for medical expenses for the upcoming birth of Violet Skye.
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Art Show Opening at Solera
Solera Brewery in Parkdale presents an Art Show debut for artist Raulie on Friday, Nov. 18, starting at 6 p.m. Raulie has been “creating portraits of many people in the community as well as from her travels.” Original and limited edition prints will be available. Live music for the event is planned.
Jazz Collective at Granada
The Jazz Collective Big Band makes an appearance at the Historic Granada Theater in The Dalles on Friday, Dec. 2, starting at 7 p.m. Expect to dance to great jazz and holiday music of the Big Band Era. Tickets at the door or www.gorgeorchestra.org
The Standing returns to River City
Outlaw Stomp Grass outfit The Standing returns to the River City Saloon in Hood River on Friday, Dec. 2. Music starts at 8 p.m.
Silent Auction benefit at HR Elks
The Hood River Elks presents a Lasagna Dinner and Silent Auction and Bake Sale benefit for Bobby Whitecotton family on Saturday, Dec. 10, starting at 5 p.m. Proceeds will be donated for medical expenses.
Downtown Family Night in The Dalles
The Dalles Civic Auditorium presents Downtown Family Night in The Dalles on Friday, Nov. 25, starting at 7:30 p.m. Activities include movie night with a showing of "The Grinch", family sleigh rides, Christmas card making, letters to Santa, cookie Decorating, and a Paint Night session with Denae Mannion. Sponsored by JD Smith Jewelers and Domino's Pizza.
Toastmasters meet in The Dalles
The Dalles Toastmasters present an Open House at the Neon Sign Museum in The Dalles on Tuesday, Nov. 15, starting at 6:30 p.m. Toastmasters offer a supportive environment for improving public speaking skills, networking and presentation skills.
‘Brother & Sister’ tribute band at The Ruins
Relive the “Live at Fillmore East” era of the Allman Brothers Band with tribute band “Brother & Sister,” coming to The Ruins in Hood River on Sunday, Nov. 20. Music starts at 6 p.m. Tickets at: https://www.tickettomato.com/event/7781
Live Music at Zim’s
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles presents live local music.
Tuesday, Nov. 15, Taps & Tunes with The Reddy Black Trio, 7 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 18, Dan & Jose, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 19, Willy & Nelson Trio, 7 p.m.
Book Clubs at The Dalles Library
Coming up at The Dalles Library:
Tuesday, Nov. 15, Teens Book/Writing Club, 4 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 16, Chapter Books Book Club, 3 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 17, 3rd Thursday Book Group, 4 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 18, Teen Graphic Novel Book Club, 3:30 p.m.
Laser Tag at Hood River Library
Coming up on Friday, Nov. 18, it’s Laser Tag Night at the Hood River County Library. Teens ages 12 to 20 can sign up to join rounds of laser tag after hours in the library. The fun starts at 6 p.m. Limited to 20 people. Pre-register at: https://www.waiverfile.com/b/HoodRiverCountyLibraryDistrict/Waiver.aspx?id=c7072337-513c-4e72-9f09-d78aa4062a0b&direct=true
Saturday, Dec. 3, Family Arcade Game Night, 4-6 p.m.
Live Music at The Pines
The Pines Tasting Room in Hood River announces more live music on Sundays from 3-5 p.m. with a cast of rotating musical artists from around The Gorge. Live music continues Fridays, from 6-9 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 18, Erisy Watt
Sunday, Nov. 20, Dave Henehan and Tim Mayer
Friday, Nov. 25, Brigid’s Crossing
Sunday, Nov. 27, Dan Boller
Sunshine Mill Drive In Movies
Drive-In Movies are back at Sunshine Mill in The Dalles. Ticket price is per car and venue limited to 39 cars.
Friday, Nov. 18, Top Gun Maverick https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-mill-drive-in-movie-top-gun-maverick-tickets-465400002937?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Saturday, Nov. 19, Lightyear
Friday, Nov. 25, Elf
Saturday, Nov. 26, A Christmas Story
Live Music at Last Stop Saloon
Last Stop Saloon in The Dalles features live music with local favorites and NW regional bands.
Monday Nights: Al Hare, 7-9 p.m.
Tuesday Nights: Jeff Carrel, 7-9 p.m.
Thursday Nights: Jeff Minnick, 8-11 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 20, Ben Blakely, 7-9 p.m.
Live music at Trout Lake Hall
Known back in the day as the Trout Lake Inn, Trout Lake Hall in Trout Lake, Washington is working to bring live music back to the Historic building’s stage.
Thursday, Nov. 17, Ben Bonham Trio, 6 p.m. (Free show)
Friday, Nov. 18, Loch Lomond with Hannah Glavor, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 19, Mike Coykendall, 7 p.m. (Free show)
For tickets and more info visit: https://www.troutlakehall.com/
‘Gifted’ Mills Family Art Auction at CCA
Columbia Center of the Arts in Hood River presents “Gifted - A Mills Family Art Auction” to the gallery with an opening reception on Friday, Dec. 2, starting at 5:30 p.m. The show features art from the collection of the Kate and Jack Mills family which was generously ‘gifted’ to Columbia Center Arts. Over one-hundred pieces of art spanning 100 years will be featured in the gallery as well as pieces of memorabilia and jewelry. In addition, art from Sally Bills Bailey, Peggy Dills, sculptor Roxanne Swentzell, Eugene Bennett, H.F. Wentz and Rafa Fernandez. Music in the lobby provided by pianist Tim Mayer. Silent auction starts at 6 p.m. All proceeds benefit CCA.
Music, women’s open mics at White Buffalo
Coming up at the White Buffalo Wine Bar in Hood River:
Thursday, Nov. 17, Women’s Open Mic with Lesley Saunders, 6 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 15, Women’s Open Mic with Lesley Saunders, 6 p.m.
Snow Show at Fun Country
An Open House Snow Show happens on Saturday, Nov. 19, starting at 11 a.m. at Fun Country Power Sports in The Dalles. Get ready to see gear for winter, enter to win great raffle prizes, a beer garden and live music from Kenny Olsen and Jeff Carrell.
November Marketplace at Civic Auditorium
The Dalles Civic Auditorium announces the November Marketplace on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Santa will be dropping off a mailbox for kids of all ages to get their Wish List to him, plus several local vendors to help you check everyone off your holiday shopping list. Shop local for that one of a kind gift.
Author Talks hosted by The Dalles Library
Virtual Author Talks is a series of author interviews hosted by The Dalles Library and the Library Speakers Consortium. Sign up to join in these informative online seminars with Notable and Best Selling authors.
Tuesday, Nov. 15, “How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race: Practical Tools for Necessary Change in the Workplace and Beyond,” by Kwame Christian, 9 a.m.
Comedy Night at the Bingen Theater
Alex Falcone (2018 Portland’s Funniest Person, Late Show with Stephen Colbert) headlines Comedy Night at the Bingen Theater on Friday, Nov. 18. Show includes support from Jeremiah Coughlan. Tickets at: