Maiden NW plays Rockfest at Bargeway Pub on Saturday, June 11
This Week in Gorge Entertainment
By Jim Drake
First Annual Rockfest at Bargeway Pub on Saturday, June 11
Iron Maiden tribute band Maiden NW is scheduled to headline the first annual Rockfest at the Bargeway Pub on Saturday , June 11th.
Maiden NW is set to deliver on a dozen songs by Iron Maiden on subjects like the arts, history and religion. Whether you're a student or simply looking to broaden your horizons, think of these tracks as CliffsNotes — only with bad-ass guitar solos.
Rockfest will also feature a salute to Judas Priest and Ronnie James Dio by the Mission Rock Band. Special guest is North of Noon. Tickets are $10 for the all-ages show.
Live music at Working Hands Beer
Working Hands Beer in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Thursday, June 9, Trivia Night, 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 11, The Hazelnuts, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 12, Open Mic, 6 p.m.
Saturday, June 18, Lisa James, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, June 24, Richard Gans and Two Runner, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 25, Rich Swanger, 7:30 p.m.
The Standing returns to River City Saloon
Critically acclaimed NW band The Standing makes their return to Hood River’s River City Saloon on Friday, June 10. Specializing in
Stompgrass, Country, Rock and Bluegrass the music starts at 8:30 p.m. 21+ only.
Taphouse 64 welcomes Hoodoo Johnson
Hoodoo Johnson brings their brand of rock, blues and more to Hood River’s Taphouse 64, on Wednesday June 15, starting at 7 p.m.
Johnny Young on Tour: Hood River and The Dalles
Mark your calendar now: It’s live country music from Johnny Young at Tabby’s Hole in One Clubhouse, at the Hood River Golf Course, on Thursday, June 16, at 7 p.m. No cover. Young brings his music to The Dalles Eagles on Saturday, June 18, at 7 p.m. Expect Classic and Modern Country tunes (Swing, 2-step, waltz and Line Dance).
Pigs on the Wing at Ruins June 24
Get your tickets now for the return of Pigs on the Wing, Portland’s mainstay Pink Floyd cover band - to The Ruins in Hood River on Friday, June 24. The band will be performing “The Dark Side of the Moon,” and other classic Floyd hits. https://www.tickettomato.com/event/7496
Pigs on the Wing, a Pink Floyd Cover will be at Ruins
“You know that I care
What happens to you
And I know that you care
For me too
So I don't feel alone on the weight of the stone
Now that I've found somewhere safe to bury my bone
And any fool knows a dog needs a home
A shelter from pigs on the wing” - Roger Waters/ Pink Floyd
Live Music at Zim’s
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles presents live local music.
Friday, June 10, Got Your Six Vet Rock Band, 7-10 p.m.
Saturday, June 11, Big River Blues Band, 7-9 p.m.
Musician Sydney Stevens featured on UK Radio
Hood River-based pianist Sydney Stevens reports her music is featured on the UK’s One World Radio broadcast this month. Stevens has several CDs of original compositions in the new-age-singer-songwriter vein. The “Golden Piano #4" playlist” features "Dawn" from Steven’s “Seasons” album (at 41:07 minutes in). Here's the link:
Mark Daly at White Buffalo
Singer-songwriter Mark Daly plays the White Buffalo in Hood River on Thursday, June 9, from 6-8 p.m. Expect a solo show with songs from the most recent CD “Simply Soup.”
Music at Kickstand Coffee
The Hazelnuts
Hood River’s Kickstand Coffee is bringing live music to the stage on Wednesdays in June. Music starts at 6 p.m.
June 1: Mathew McCravey
June 8: June Bug Boys
June 15: The Hazelnuts
Saturday, June 18: CGW2 Fundraiser with rock band Ten30
June 22: Hardshell Harmony
Tony Smiley, more at Ruins
The Ruins in Hood River welcomes the Loop Ninja Tony Smiley to the stage on Thursday, June 9, at 6 p.m. On Tuesday, June 14, it’s the return of Tango Alpha Tango, with White Bike and Garett Brennan. Music starts at 6 p.m.
‘Wife Versus Secretary’ at Granada Theatre
A 1936 comedy starring Clark Gable, Myrna Loy, Jean Harlow and Jimmy Stewart in his first memorable role shows this weekend at The Granada Theatre in The Dalles. Showing Friday, June 10, doors open 5:30 p.m.
New Prohibitions at Route 30
Route 30 in The Dalles presents bluesy-rockers The New Prohibitions on Thursday, June 9, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, June 11 at 8 p.m. Opening act Colby is on the bill.
Gorge Blues and Brews lineup announced
Stevenson’s own Gorge Blues and Brews festival happens on June 24-25, featuring top regional and local blues acts. This year’s festival will feature Too Slim & The Taildraggers, Coyote Kings w/ Tiphony Dames, Johnny Wheels & The Swamp Donkeys, Stacy Jones Band, Michele D'Amore & The Love Dealers, Seth Myzel Band, Stevie and the Blue Flames, Robin Gibson Band, Mark Hurwitz & Gin Creek, and the Big River Blues Band.
For tickets and more information visit www.gorgeblues.com/music
‘Bewildered’ at TD Arts Center
Artists M Acuff, Renee Couture, and Carolyn Hopkins are featured in the “Bewildered” exhibit this month at The Dalles Art Center. “Three artists explore a reconciliation of our love of remote and natural places with the bewilderment we feel at our own entanglement in the systems, economies and histories that have initiated, and perpetuate, an ongoing war against the earth.”
Sci Fi Book Club meets June 28
“All Systems Red” by Martha Wells is the current Sci-Fi book club selection. This club meets in-person and via Zoom at The Dalles Library. Meet up on Tuesday, June 28, at 5:30 p.m. To receive a Zoom invite go to wascocountylibrary.com or call (541) 296-2815.
‘Ghosts’ discussed at White Salmon Library
A discussion of the graphic novel “Ghosts” by Raina Telgemeier happens on Thursday, June 16, at 4 p.m. at the White Salmon Library. This meeting is geared especially for “tweens,” - you know who you are! Register at https://bit.ly/3NdtPcN
Rogerio Boccato Quarteto in The Dalles June 9
It’s Latin Jazz and more with the Rogerio Boccato Quarteto coming to St. Peter’s Landmark Church in The Dalles on Thursday, June 9. A special music workshop will be held at 6:30 p.m.; the concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door. The show features special guest James Edmund Greeley on flute, from the Warm Springs Reservation.
Live Music Mondays return to Everybody’s Brewing
Live Music Mondays at Everybody’s Brewing in White Salmon showcases the best in local and regional bands. Music is 6-8 p.m.
Trisha Adams
June 13, Brigid’s Crossing (Irish, Pop)
June 20, Trisha Adams (Singer-songwriter)
June 27, Pure Fun Band (Steve Ridout and James Lundin with ambiance jams)
Live music at Grateful Vineyard in Hood River
Music is from 4-6 p.m.
Sunday, June 12, County Line (Roots-rock Americana)
Sunday, June 19, Cici (Eclectic Folk from Stevenson)
Sunday, June 26, Amber & the Pale Ales (Gorge Folk-rock)
Jazz Collective at Jackson Park June 11
Join the Jazz Collective Big Band for a night of swing under the stars, Saturday, June 11. This free concert begins at 7 p.m. in Jackson Park, in Hood River, with special opening act The Dalles High School Jazz Ensemble.
‘Screen to Stage’ Sinfonietta show June 25
Coming up on Saturday, June 25, the Gorge Sinfonietta presents from Screen to Stage, a free concert of music from movies and video games including ET, Star Wars, Encanto, Harry Potter and Wonder Woman. Kids or adults dressed as their favorite character or superhero get a free kazoo and a chance to perform on stage with the orchestra. The concert begins at 7 p.m. in Jackson Park in Hood River.
