Bargeway bangin' those drums; Gorge Gigs springing up like balsamroot
Bargeway Pub & Catering’s Entertainment Weekly
By Jim Drake at gorgeentertainment@gmail.com
OK we’re all Groggy from St. Patrick’s Day but that’s no reason to stay in bed! The first day of Spring is here and there’s enough Music, Arts and Entertainment to keep you busy for weeks on end! Keep reading on - because all the best in Gorge Entertainment is Right Here!
While you’re here, check out Columbia Community Connection’s Local Calendar and daily news coverage.
Want to get your event onboard? Send the details to Entertainment Guru Jim Drake at gorgeentertainment@gmail.com and make it a Great Show! ‘Cause they can’t go if they don’t know.
Bargeway Pub
Al Hare is kicking it off for the Bargeway this week as he brings his blessed cannon of jams to Tequila and Taco Thursday, March 21, with enough fretting to make those fingers hotter than habaneros.
Tequila & Tacos: A match made in heaven every Thursday. Groove with the local classics with Al Harel on March 21, and indulge in mouth-watering Mexican cuisine. The perfect combo of tunes and tacos awaits! Special Menu: Authentic Street Tacos, Sizzling Fajitas, Loaded Burritos, And, of course, it wouldn't be Taco Thursday without our special selection of TEQUILA!
The Bargeway is always there to keep your party rolling with an extensive catering menu and event space for your next happening. Prime Rib Seafood Fettucini, Tuscany Salmon, even a full Fajita bar are just a few options. Check it out here.
It’s all happening at The Dalles Premier Outdoor Music Venue with 32 taps to keep your toes and brain tingling at 1535 Bargeway Road, The Dalles. Here’s the rest of this week’s lineup:
Friday, March 22 - Dave Tallman, 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 23 - Jeff Minnick, 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 24 - Al Hare
News You Can Use
Wasn’t I Just Talking About…..
Chess, yes I guess the stars are aligning because if you want to sign up for Chess Classes (the kind of class I desperately need) The Dalles Library is the Place to Be - a weekly series starting April 6 and registration is required.
https://www.wascocountylibrary.com/event/weekly-chess-lessons-learn-expert-5229
What Exact Cut will it Be?
This week the Granada Theater is showing the sci-fi cult classic Blade Runner. I can honestly say it’s taken me a bunch of watches over the years to fully appreciate the movie - and here’s why: There are Different Cuts. I have packaging that says “Original Cut,” and it says “Director’s Cut.” To me, that means, and I’ll Summarize: It’s the “Original Director’s Cut.” And I think, for some reason, that Cut is a bit sleepy. But the last time I watched Blade Runner, it was “The Final Cut,” edition (not to be confused with the Robin Williiams movie of the same name). I distinctly remember watching Blade Runner The Final Cut and having a noticeably more enjoyable experience. The movie plays Friday March 22, doors open at 5:30 p.m. Dinner available. Tickets and more info at: Granadatheatrethedalles.com
Live Music at Trout Lake Hall
Trout Lake Hall in Trout Lake, Washington is bringing live music back to the Historic building’s stage. More information and tickets at: https://www.troutlakehall.com/
Thursday, March 22, Lincoln Crockett & Nathaniel Talbot Trio, One of the Hall's cornerstone musicians with longtime friend for a special show, $12 Advance // $15 Day Of Show, 6 p.m. Doors / 7 p.m. Show, All Ages
Nathaniel Talbot, guitarist and singer from Washington’s Whidbey Island, writes American roots music that combines the soulful edge of tradition with the Pacific Northwest’s legacy of freedom and innovation. He began learning piano at age 7, started his first punk band at 13 and quickly thereafter began steeping himself of the guitar-driven sounds of Bill Frisell, Kelly Joe Phelps, Elliott Smith and other Northwest heroes. Over the next 15 years Talbot honed an approach to songwriting and storytelling, driven by his complex fingerstyle guitar work, that has earned him a distinct place in the folk scene.
Lincoln Crockett, mandolinist and singer from tiny Trout Lake, WA, writes a brand of modern folk and progressive bluegrass that features a stunning musicality, wry humor and a spiritual flavor specific to no genre. As a child he started on drums, geeking out on odd time signatures and funk grooves, then followed the electric guitar through grunge and prog-rock before banjo-whiz Bela Fleck’s undefinable wizardry opened the door wide open to acoustic instruments and traditional voices. Solo, Crockett accompanies himself on mandolin and guitar, mixing fast picking, rich chording and ear-worm melodies.
Saturday, March 23, Polyrhythmics, Pysch-Funk, $20 Advance // $25 Day Of Show, 6 p.m. Doors / 7 p.m. Show, 21+
Polyrhythmics
Polyrhythmics sound originated in Seattle’s underground deep funk scene combining impossibly tight grooves with bold brass and hypnotic percussion that showcased elements of R&B, progressive jazz, and Afrobeat which defined the instrumental group’s early era sound.
Now on their thirteenth year as a recording project and touring ensemble, the band’s sound continues to evolve following six full length albums, several EPs and live releases. The virtuosic musicianship and musical conversation built on a relentless touring schedule of the previous decade has led them to a brand of psych-funk that fills a room with an impending mood where anything could happen - sometimes evoking their brighter and cinematic Fela-influences, but also a more sinister and darker turn toward a more progressive sonic palette.
Polyrhythmics are:
Ben Bloom: Guitars, Grant Schroff: Drums, Nathan Spicer: Keyboards, Jason Gray: Bass, Scott Morning: Trumpet, Elijah Clark: Trombone, Art Brown: Sax and Flute
Granada Theater Cover Me - a Tribute Series
Granada Theater in The Dalles announces a Huge Lineup of touring cover bands, and we mean HUGE. At least Nine Shows are scheduled: We’re talking all of your favorite Heavy Metal, Classic Rock, Country, or Early Seattle Sound bands - they all are part of the Tribute Series and they’ll be making a stop at The Granada Theater in the coming months, stay tuned!
https://granadatheatrethedalles.com/events-and-buy-tickets/granada-tribute-series-march-may/
Saturday, March 23, Plush, Parabola at Granada Theater
“Plush - a Stone Temple Pilots tribute band brings it all. Bullhorns, boas, guitars…just part of the formula for re-creating the sights & sounds of grunge icons. They deliver a high-energy performance, complete with the unique lead vocals, guitar tones, lush vocal harmonies and intense rhythms that catapulted Stone Temple Pilots to alternative rock royalty.”
“Parabola - A Tribute to Tool is a NW-based tribute dedicated to the herculean task of performing studio-perfect performances of the iconic alt metal heroes.”
Tickets available at:
Thunder Island Brewing Trivia Night
Thunder Island Brewing in Cascade Locks hosts Trivia Nights with Scott Anderson. “Gather your smartest pals, form a team up to six people, and compete for glory and fantastic prizes. From pop culture to history, we've got questions to challenge every trivia enthusiast. So rally your crew, come early to snag a table, and let's make memories over cold brews and hot competition.”
Thursday, April 11, 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, May 9, 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, June 13, 6-8 p.m.
Clubs meet at TD Library
Bookclubs and more meet at The Dalles Library:
Tuesday, March 19, Teen Writers Club, 4 p.m.
Wednesday, March 20, Adult Art Club, 1 p.m.
Thursday, March 21, Greek Classics with Madeline Miller, 4 p.m.
Friday, March 22, Treasure Island Book Discussion, 5 p.m.
Movie Matinee, more at White Salmon Library
Coming up at the White Salmon Library:
Thursday, March 21, Family History Essentials (online), 3 p.m.
Saturday, March 23, Family Movie Matinee, 2 p.m.
‘Giants of Jazz’ concert at HRVHS
Join the Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association’s Jazz Collective Big Band for a thrilling concert of music and classic jazz by some of America's best composers and arrangers. Friday, April 19, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 21, at 2 p.m., at the Hood River Valley High School Bowe Theatre. Tickets available at: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=195720
‘Naked Lady’ Clothing Exchange Party
Stave and Stone Winery at the Vineyard (3827 Fletcher Drive, Hood River) invites you to a “Naked Lady” clothing exchange party on Thursday, March 21, 5-7 p.m. Bring gently used clothing and in exchange, receive $1 off a glass pour and 10% off our food items. Any leftover clothing will be donated to Helping Hands Against Violence. Cash donations to Helping Hands welcome.
Live Music at Everybody’s Brewing
Everybody’s Brewing in White Salmon brings local and regional music to the stage.
Ben Larsen
Monday, March 18, Jeff Minnick, (Americana), 6-8 p.m.
Monday, March 25, Ben Larsen, (Singer-songwriter), 6-8 p.m.
Live Music at Zim’s
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles presents live local music.
Peppa Jam
Tuesday, March 19, Reddy Black Trio, 7-9 p.m.
Friday, March 22, Peppa Jam, 7-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 23, Exit 84, 7-9:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 26, Reddy Black Trio, 7-9 p.m.
Friday, March 29, Big River Blues Band, 7-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 30, Jager Bumz, 7-9:30 p.m.
Mid-Columbia Community Concert Association Presents
Sail On -The Beach Boys Tribute
at The Dalles Civic Auditorium
Mid-Columbia Community Concert Association is pleased to present Sail On, Wednesday, April 10, at The Dalles Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the Civic’s Club 22 providing food and drinks for purchase. The show begins at 7 p.m.
Sail On performs over 80 shows a year and is the most booked Beach Boys Tribute Band in the world! The band plays all of the Beach Boys’ classic hits, plus some treasures from the band’s brilliant extended catalog. The Nashville-based band of five performers brings The Beach Boys concert experience to life.
Sail On will offer The Beach Boys concert experience to The Dalles! You won’t want to miss the familiar music, the beachy energy, and cosmic talent! Come enjoy the night of musical harmonies and California surf culture of the 60’s. Check them out at http://www.sailonsounds.com/.
Tickets to the concert are available at Klindt’s Booksellers, Lines of Designs, online at www.mccca.info, or at the door.
The Dalles Eagles Swap Meet
The Dalles Eagles/Elks and Mid Columbia Car Club presents a Swap Meet on Saturday, April 27, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. The event will feature food, music, raffle prizes and a beer garden. For vendor stall information call 541-993-3146.
‘Funny Five’ Comedy show at Bingen Theater
The Bingen Theater presents the Funny Five Comedy show on Thursday, March 28, Doors at 7 p.m., Show at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets available at:
About the event
The Bingen Theater always has a great audience for Comedy Nights, which is why the theater is a perfect venue for comedians to get professional tapes of their sets. Be part of the audience when Five of Portland's funniest comedians film their standup comedy sets at the Bingen Theater.
Performers include:
IMANI DENAE--Geniuses of Comedy 2023 and House of Hyjinx Comedy Competition 2021
BRENT LOWREY --Winner of the Seattle International Comedy Competition 2024
MANDY SIMONSON--Residencies at East Austin's & NYC’s Broadway Comedy Clubs
DIANNA POTTER-- Portland Mercury's Undisputable Geniuses of Comedy 2024
ADAM PASI--Portland's Funniest Person 2019
‘Illuminated Cello’ at Bingen Theater
Illuminated Cello
“Illuminated Cello,” featuring cellist Chrissy Lancaster and audio-visual artist John Hardham is at The Bingen Theater for one night only: Friday, March 29, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at:
https://www.bigbritches.org/cello-tickets
About the event
Illuminated Cello is a unique audio-visual live performance that features internationally renowned musician Chrissy Lancaster and the Lightwave Lightshow by John Hardham. “Illuminated Cello,” a Winter Light Festival, is an “amazing display of sound and light.” Proceeds from this event will help support the Performing Arts Initiative in 2024.
Chrissy Lancaster is an electro-acoustic cellist and composer. He has composed over 50 full-length works for concert, dance, theater and film. While his formal training has been in the classical genre, his raw personal approach to music combines pop music, technology and innovation. Chrissy takes the nuances of the entire instrument, twisting the wooden cello body into drum sounds and isolating the quiet tones of the strings into complex emotions. As he plays, Chrissy uses sampling devices and layers the sound of his own cello, playing and altering as he riffs spontaneously, all while playing with a custom pink bow.
John Hardham is a long-time videographer and lightshow artist whose roots in the art form date back to the late 1960's and tours with bands like the Jefferson Airplane, Quicksilver Messenger Service and the Grateful Dead. His work with the “Heavy Water Lightshow” in planetariums across North America and Europe during the 1970's and early 1980's is legendary..
In 2020, shut in and frustrated by the pandemic, John felt a strong need to return to his roots as a light artist. After a number of live shows at the Bingen Theatre performing with the rock group Funkship Columbia, John saw Chrissy Lancaster perform as part of a CGOA performance in The Dalles. “I was blown away by Chrissy's improvisational style and radical sounds.”
The chemistry between these two artists is just now starting to bloom! A special guest video appearance by contemporary dancer Nika Kermani of NK Studios is integrated into the visual performance.
Team Trivia Night at The Ruins
The Ruins in Hood River announces a new Team Trivia night and the next session is on Wednesday, March 13, at 6:30 p.m. Teams up to six people can play and solo players are encouraged to attend and join up. Hosted by Julie Hatfield, Team Trivia Night will feature high quality audio and video projection systems. There will be cash prizes for the best teams, and prizes for the worst answer. $5 cover charge.
Upcoming Team Trivia Night sessions:
March 27
April 10
April 17
Gorge Speakeasy at Ruins
Gorge Speakeasy is The Premier Storytelling Event in the Gorge. An evening of storytelling returns to The Ruins in Hood River.
Join Gorge Speakeasy for an evening of storytelling in Hood River that strengthens the community! Community members take the stage to share stories centered around a theme of the month. You can sign up to share a story, or just sit back and listen. Admission is by donation of any size; we donate proceeds to a local nonprofit each month to keep our community strong through the joy of sharing stories. With suggested themes ranging from “Adventure” to “Taboo,” anonymous mini-stories submitted by the audience, and local wine and cider flowing all night, this event is a can’t-miss, and every month is different! Learn more, sign up for email updates or volunteer to share a story at: itsangiemarie.com/gorgespeakeasy
Gorge Speakeasy Events
Wednesday, April 3
Wednesday, May 1
Tony Furtado Trio at The Ruins
Tony Furtado
The Tony Furtado Trio, featuring Luke Price & Simon Chrisman is at The Ruins in Hood River on Thursday, March 28, 6 p.m.
Tickets available at: https://www.tickettomato.com/event/8474
About the band
Tony Furtado is an evocative and soulful singer, a wide-ranging songwriter and a virtuoso multi-instrumentalist adept on banjo, cello-banjo, slide guitar and baritone ukulele who mixes and matches sounds and styles with the flair of a master chef (he’s also an accomplished sculptor, but that’s another story). Tony Furtado took up the banjo at age 12, inspired by the Beverly Hillbillies television show and a sixth-grade music report. He first attracted national attention in 1987, when he won the National Bluegrass Banjo Championship in Winfield, Kansas.
Beginning with “Swamped” in 1990, he recorded six critically acclaimed albums, collaborating with such master musicians as Alison Krauss, Jerry Douglas, Tim O’Brien, Stuart Duncan, Kelly Joe Phelps and Mike Marshall. During this period, Tony also performed and recorded with the band SugarBeat and the Rounder Banjo Extravaganza with Tony Trischka and Tom Adams.
Tony has performed throughout the world at top venues and appeared at such prestigious music festivals as the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, High Sierra Music Festival, Jazz Aspen, Kerrville Folk Festival, Strawberry Music Festival, Winnipeg Folk Festival, Sisters Folk Festival, San Jose Jazz Festival and countless others.
Live Music at Double Mountain
Humpday Trivia
Double Mountain Brewery in Hood River brings local and regional music to the stage.
Wednesdays, Humpday Trivia with Whikki, sign-up 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 23, Chris Juhlin Project, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, March 29, Chris Riedl Trio, 7:30 p.m.
Angel Ocasio Comedy Hour at HR Libraries
Prepare for a laughter-filled experience at the library over spring break with Angel Ocasio on Wednesday, March 27, at a Hood River Library location near you. Ocasio’s kids of all-ages show is “bilingual, high-energy, and VERY funny one-man variety show that combines physical comedy, jokes, juggling, object balancing, comedy magic, and impromptu comedy situations.”
Catch him at:
Cascade Locks 12-1 p.m.,
Parkdale 3-4 p.m.
Hood River 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Watercolor classes at White Salmon Library
The White Salmon Library offers an online Intro to Watercolor program. Sign up for March 7, 14, or 21. Each week the class will work on a different painting.
Live music at Working Hands
Working Hands Fermentation in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Sundays, Open Mic, 6 p.m.
Thursdays, Team Trivia, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 20, Pint of Science, 6:30 p.m.
Katelyn Convery
Saturday, March 23, Katelyn Convery, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, March 29, Megan Alder, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 30, Angelic Noise, 7:30 p.m.
Live Music at The Pines
The Pines Tasting Room in Hood River hosts live music featuring local and regional musicians.
Big River Blues Band
Monday, March 18, Open Mic, 5-7 p.m.
Thursday, March 21, TBA, 4-6 p.m.
Friday, March 22, Big River Blues Band, 6 p.m.
Thursday, March 28, Chic Preston & Dave Captein, 4 p.m.
Friday, March 29, Chasing Ebenezer, 6 p.m.
Live Music at 64oz Taphouse
64oz Taphouse in Hood River presents live music onstage from local and regional musicians.
Wednesday, March 20, Kivett Bednar (Blues guitar), 7 p.m.
‘Stop Kiss’ at Bingen Theater
Big Britches 2024 Theatre Season kicks off at the Bingen Theater on Friday, March 8, with a production of “Stop Kiss,” written by Diana Son.
Performances are:
March 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23 - Doors at 7 p.m. - Show at 7:30 p.m.
March 10, 17 - Doors at 1:30 p.m. - Show at 2 p.m.
Please plan to arrive at least fifteen minutes early
Run Time: Approx. 1 hour and 45 minutes with no intermission
Note: Trigger warnings: Descriptions of assault and hate crime. Recommended for mature audiences.
Tickets available at:
https://www.bigbritches.org/stop-kiss-tickets
About the Play
Diana Son's play "Stop Kiss" is a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of love, identity, and the consequences of a single moment. The story revolves around the evolving relationship between two women, Callie and Sara, who unexpectedly find themselves at the center of a violent hate crime after sharing a kiss in New York City.
The narrative weaves between the present and the past, unraveling the complexities of their connection and the impact of societal expectations.
Through the lens of trauma and recovery, Son skillfully examines themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the courage required to confront one's true feelings in the face of adversity. "Stop Kiss" resonates with emotional depth, capturing the essence of human connection in the midst of adversity.
Rose Szapszewicz Monotypes at The Dalles Art Center
Artist Rose Szapszewicz exhibits work at The Dalles Art Center in March 2024. “The beauty of the Columbia River Gorge was like a siren for Rose Szapszewicz. Under its influence, her work, be it monotypes or sketches of nature, is best be described as energy caught on paper. The images of the landscape she lives in are absorbed into her being and expressed in the work.”
About The Event
These one-of-a-kind monotypes are created with large rollers moving over paint applied to a metal plate. Rose works spontaneously, adding elements from nature to the process like flora, or water and from chemistry such as alcohol that create special effects in each print. The plate is run through a press several times until she is satisfied with the result. The nature of the surprise thrills her as she sees the colors and textures emerge on their own.
Hood River Reads ‘Beloved Beasts’
The Hood River County Library announces the Hood River Reads 2024 selection: “Beloved Beasts: Fighting for Life in an Age of Extinction,” by author and White Salmon resident Michelle Nijhuis. The Kickoff and Book Distribution is Saturday, March 2, at Hood River, Parkdale and Cascade Locks locations. “Beloved Beasts” has won awards from the Sierra Club, Chicago Tribune, Smithsonian Magazine and Booklist.
Hood River Reads Schedule 2024
Saturday, March 2, Kickoff and Book Distribution
Saturday, March 9, Wildlife Photography with Linda Steider, 2 p.m.
Wednesday, March 13, “American Buffalo” lecture with Michelle Nijhuis and Ken Burns’ documentary clips, 6 p.m.
Saturday, March 16, “All Gorge Creatures Great and Small,” 2-4 p.m.
Michelle Nijhuis
Wednesday, April 10, HR Library Book Club discusses Beloved Beasts, 12:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 6, Where the Wild Things Are Field Trip, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Saturday, April 13, Writing Workshop with Michelle Nijhuis, 10 a.m. - noon
Saturday, April 13, Making Animal Masks with Lacey Spray, 1-4 p.m.
Sunday, April 14, Finale Presentation by Michelle Nijhuis, 2 p.m.
About the Book
“In the late nineteenth century, humans came to a devastating realization: their rapidly industrializing and globalizing societies were driving scores of animal species to extinction. “Beloved Beasts: Fighting for Life in an Age of Extinction” tells the story of the movement to protect and conserve forms of life from early battles to save charismatic species such as the American Bison and Bald Eagle to today’s global effort to defend life on a larger scale.
HR Elks Gatsby Gala & Casino Night
Hood River Elks Lodge Members and Guests are invited to the Gatsby themed celebration and Casino Royale on Saturday, March 30, doors open 5 p.m. Come in your best Gatsby era speakeasy finery!
Tickets available at: tinyurl.com/yt9y553y
Ballroom Blitz with Vitamin D at HR Elks
The Hood River Elks Lodge presents a Ballroom Blitz with hip-hop artist Vitamin D on Friday, March 22, 8 p.m. Get out the Sparkly disco party costumes and get groovy!
Button Bridge Comedy Jamboree April 18-20
Hood River is hosting the Button Bridge Comedy Jamboree at multiple venues April 18-20. The Button Bridge Comedy Jamboree will feature stand up comedians Brent Lowrey, Jon Bennett, Sam Tallent, Monica Nevi and Zak Toscani, as well as a story-telling event. The Button Bridge Comedy Jamboree is a 501c-3 nonprofit, and all proceeds generated will go toward scholarships for graduating high school students in the area.
Tickets available at:
Live Music at Underground Music Station
The Underground Music Station in Hood River is bringing local and regional acts to the stage.
Saturday, March 23, Onesie Party with DJ Loki & mr_odd, 8 p.m.
21+ Over only, $10 cover charge.
“Put on your most comfortable onesie or pajamas and join us at the Underground for an electronic get-down of epic proportions. DJs Loki and mr_odd will be mixing up house, techno, and electronic music and setting.
Saturday, April 6, Bad Romance Spring Dance with Funky Cranium & The Groove Cabin, 8 p.m., 21+, $10 ADV // $12 DOOR
Hard-Pressed Cider Fest returns April 27
The ninth annual Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest returns on Saturday, April 27 - this year the signature cider event is being held at the Port of Hood River Event Site. The festival features the best in local ciders, music, art and more. And the festival is going Green with an option to bring your own cider mug!
For more information or to purchase tickets to the Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest, visit https://www.hoodriverciderfest.com/.
About the Festival
The ninth annual Hood River Cider Fest returns April 27.
As spring unfolds in the Hood River Valley, the blossoming fruit orchards herald the return of the celebrated Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest. Now in its ninth year, this beloved annual event invites seasoned and novice cider enthusiasts to come together and sample ciders from Columbia River Gorge and Pacific Northwest hard cider makers. With more than thirty participating cideries and over sixty ciders on tap, this family-friendly event is a quintessential celebration of spring in Hood River.
In 2023, Cider Fest shifted venues to the Port of Hood River Event Site, an idyllic waterfront location offering unparalleled views of the Columbia River and panoramic vistas of the Columbia River Gorge. This year, the event expands its footprint even further, providing beachfront access to the Columbia River and the option for attendees to bring their own glass, contributing to an immersive and sustainable Hood River experience.
"In an effort to reduce waste, the Hood River Cider Fest event no longer requires a commemorative glass for participation in the cider tasting," said event director Lee Perry with TrueWest Presents. "Commemorative glasses are available for pre-order purchase, and plastic cups for those who do not wish to purchase one, but we encourage attendees to contribute to reducing the event’s carbon footprint by bringing their own jars, mugs, or steins—all are allowed."
Beyond cider sampling, the day-long event boasts artisan food, art vendors, music, and a designated children’s play area. Various ticket options are available, including a $10 entry-only ticket or a Tasting Package ticket, which includes entry and 12 tasting tokens for $30 if purchased in advance. Attendees under the age of 21 receive free admission to the event. The festival’s expanded footprint provides free parking and ample room to roam.
"Cider Fest provides everyone the opportunity to explore and uncover new favorite ciders and cideries in an atmosphere filled with fun, festivity, and abundance," said Katie Kadlub, CEO of Visit Hood River. "It’s also the ideal excuse for a weekend getaway and to immerse yourself in the beauty of spring in the Hood River Valley, see the fruit orchards as they burst into bloom when the entire valley hums with the excitement of the season."
3-2-1 LIFTOFF! NASA Astronaut Col. Jeffrey Williams Inspires the Gorge on March 21
The Gorge Tech Alliance presents an out-of-this-world event as NASA Astronaut Col. Jeffrey Williams shares his photos and stories from 534 days aboard the International Space Station on Thursday, March 21, at 7 p.m. at the Hood River Middle School.
Astronaut Col. Jeffrey Williams
Tickets available at:
About the event
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of inspiration and space exploration! Join the Gorge Technology Alliance on Thursday, March 21, at Hood River Middle School as we welcome the legendary NASA Astronaut Col. Jeffrey Williams to share his incredible experiences and wisdom.
Col. Williams, a true pioneer of space, will take us on a thrilling journey through his time aboard the International Space Station (ISS). From breathtaking spacewalks to mind-boggling experiments, he will reveal the wonders of life beyond Earth and the challenges faced by astronauts in the cosmos.
During this in-person event, attendees will have the unique opportunity to hear first hand stories from Col. Williams, who has spent a record-breaking 534 days in space! Discover the secrets of space travel, learn about the latest advancements in space technology, and gain insights into the future of human exploration.
Whether you're a space enthusiast, an aspiring astronaut, or simply curious about the vast mysteries of the universe, this event is not to be missed! Join us for an evening that will ignite your imagination and leave you inspired to reach for the stars.
Please contact jason@crgta.org if ticket fees are a barrier. GTA can offer scholarships thanks to Event Sponsors: Sierra Olympia Google DIYvan Columbia River Insurance East Cascade Works Overwatch Imaging
Live Music at 64oz Taphouse
64oz Taphouse in Hood River presents live music onstage from local and regional musicians.
Wednesday, March 20, Kivett Bednar (Blues guitar), 7 p.m.
Jazz by the Fireplace at Hood River Hotel
The Hood River Hotel presents Jazz by the Fireplace with local musicians every Saturday, from 7:30-10 p.m. Enjoy music and dancing in the lobby!
Reverie Road at St. Peter’s Landmark
Four-piece all-star Celtic folk band Reverie Road plays the historic St. Peter’s Landmark Church in The Dalles on Friday, April 5, at 7 p.m. All Ages Show. Tickets available at:
About the Band
Reverie Road
“Reverie Road is a fresh, eclectic celtic combination, featuring fiddler Winifred Horan and accordionist John Williams (founding Solas members) alongside former Gaelic Storm fiddler Katie Grennan and Jazz and Raga pianist Utsav Lal (Young Steinway Artist).
This powerful combination is made up of four of today's leading traditional and virtuosic folk artists who have captured the hearts of international audiences from studios to stages over the last three decades.
Firmly grounded in their collective Irish roots, Reverie Road embraces humor with musical insight and natural abilities. Original textural adventures weave the roots of Irish musical traditions with new departures and curated gems including distilled airs, continental waltzes, and upbeat reels and jigs.
The band chemistry of two accomplished classically-trained fiddlers who share a common history as award winning Irish dancers along with two instrumentalists who have sought to redefine traditional accompaniment and rhythm sections amount to a compelling concert experience that will lift audiences' hearts and have them on their feet.”
Cover Me - a Tribute Series
Granada Theater in The Dalles announces a Huge Lineup of touring cover bands, and we mean HUGE. At least Nine Shows are scheduled: We’re talking all of your favorite Heavy Metal, Classic Rock, Country, or Early Seattle Sound bands - they all are part of the Tribute Series and they’ll be making a stop at The Granada Theater in the coming months, stay tuned!
https://granadatheatrethedalles.com/events-and-buy-tickets/granada-tribute-series-march-may/
And what about Afroman hitting TD like a blunt on Aug. 3? - He’ll be at the Granada. Is it because he got high? $65 bucks cash money. Tickets on sale now.
Advance tickets on sale for R.A.P. Ferreira at Ruins
The Ruins in Hood River presents R.A.P. Ferreira with Psalm One and DJ Mexi on Saturday, April 6, at 7:30 p.m. Indoor show.
Tickets available at:
www.tickettomato.com/event/8475
About the show
R.A.P. Ferreira
R.A.P. Ferreira (fka milo) (aka scallops hotel) is an mc, producer and theorist working in the Black arts tradition commonly categorized as rap. Having founded the label ruby yacht in 2015 and since releasing all of his music through this channel, Ferreira has earned a sizable following within independent hip hop by rigorous, constant touring and an elevated, explorational style of performance. He is known for an uncompromised, utopic flow that speaks directly to the root of the listener.
By 2018, the young artist galvanized his presence in the American rap scene with the opening of Soulfolks Records & Tapes in Biddeford, Maine (now located in Nashville). He currently makes his home in Nashville, Tennessee where he continues to helm the Ruby Yacht while studying to become a blues guitar legend and a farmer.
Cristalle Bowen, (aka Psalm One), has been consistently recognized as one of independent hip hop’s most forward thinkers. A prolific recording, touring and mentoring artist, Psalm has been featured in publications from Forbes to Rolling Stone.
Since 2006 she has commanded festival and venue stages all over the United States and Europe, sharing bills with everyone from Tyler, the Creator to Gucci Mane to Wu-Tang Clan.
More than an entertainer, Psalm is a scholar, teacher and is very active in her community, serving as treasurer on the board of a disaster relief organization. Psalm has been an exciting artist to watch for more than a decade — a champion for women and lgbtqai+ artists.
Her debut memoir, HER WORD IS BOND: NAVIGATING HIP HOP AND RELATIONSHIPS IN A CULTURE OF MISOGYNY (published in June 2022 by Haymarket Books) is a “unique and honest” rollercoaster of a read, straight from the hip of a woman who blazed a few trails of her own as an independent hip hop artist.
Open Mic Night at The Pines
The Pines Tasting Room in Hood River announces a new Open Mic Night starting on Monday, Feb. 19, from 5-7 p.m. The stage will feature a House Band with Bill, Lisa, and Malcolm. “Grab your guitar and head down to the Tasting Room to jam with your musician friends.”
Make plans for Feb. 19, March 4, March 18, and April 1.
Live Music at Tabby’s Hole in One
Tabby’s Hole in One Clubhouse at the Hood River Golf Course presents live music with local and regional bands.
Wednesday, March 20, Open Mic, 6 p.m.
Foosball Tourney Thunder Island
Thunder Island Brewing in Cascade Locks presents a Foosball Tourney on the first and third Wednesday of the month, 6-9 p.m. February through May. Come show off your skills and join in on the foosball fun in the River Room.
March 6, March 20, April 3
April 17, May 1, May 15
Hood River Library Book Club
Join the Hood River Library Book Club on the second Wednesday of the month at 12:30 p.m. in the Hood River Library Meeting Room. Discussion groups are held monthly throughout, and all are welcome to attend. Books are chosen month-to-month. Meetings are hybrid, so folks are welcome both in-person and online. https://hoodriverlibrary.org/book-club/
2024 Meetings/Selections
1-10 Lessons in Chemistry (Bonnie Garmus)
2-14 The Lemon Tree: An Arab, A Jew, and the Heart of the Middle East (Sandy Tolman)
3-13 Horse (Geraldine Brooks)
4-10 Hood River Reads Selection
5-8 The House in the Cerulean Sea (T.J. Klune)
6-12 A Wolf Called Romeo (Nick Jans)
7-10 Onlookers: Stories (Ann Beattie)
8-14 Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI (David Grann)
9-11 The Personal Librarian (Marie Benedict/Victoria Christopher Murray)
10-9 Facing the Mountain (Daniel James Brown)
11-13 Maame (Jessica Brooks)
12-11 The Best Strangers in the World (Ari Shapiro)
Cascade Locks Monthly Book Club
The Cascade Locks Book Club meets every fourth Thursday of the month at the Cascade Locks Library from 5:15-7 p.m. It will be patron lead and free for all to join.
301 Gallery announces 2024 Art Show Schedule
301 Gallery in Hood River announces its 2024 art show schedule with Gorge artists and other special events. The gallery is open every day 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
301 Gallery Art Show Schedule 2024
March: Art Quilts
Line Dance at Mid Columbia Senior Center
Mid Columbia Senior Center March update
Tuesdays in March at MCSC
Tai-Chi - 1 p.m. in the basement
Painting for Joy - 2 p.m., in the basement
Line Dance class - 3 p.m. in the dining room
‘Art History’ classes at Mid Columbia Senior Center
The Mid Columbia Senior Center in The Dalles presents “A Little History of Art,” an art class with artist Kerry Cobb. Classes begin Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 10 a.m. in the Deschutes Room and continue Tuesdays Feb. 13, Mar. 12, April 9, May 14, June 11, and July 9. To register, please call the center or sign up at the front desk. This class is based on the Charlotte Mullins book “A Little History of Art” and is available to purchase online or at local booksellers. You do not need to read the book to attend and enjoy the class.
Dionne Warwick in concert April 13
Boeing and The Hood River County Education Foundation present: Dionne Warwick on Saturday, April 13, in a fundraising concert at the Hood River Middle School. All ages show. Tickets on sale Jan. 5 at:
https://www.tickettomato.com/event/8389/boeing-and-hrcef-present-mdash-dionne-warwick-main-floor
About the artist
While Dionne was performing background with the Drifters’ in 1962, Warwick’s voice and star presence were noticed by the song’s composer, Burt Bacharach. Dionne was signed to Bacharach’s and David’s production company, which in turn was signed to Scepter Records. In November of 1962, Scepter Records released her first solo single, “Don’t Make Me Over.” It reached #21 on the top 40. Warrick’s name was misspelled on the label, and then she started using her new spelling, “Warwick”, both professionally and personally. Her next hit single was “Anyone Who Had a Heart, followed by “Walk on By” in 1964 that solidified her career.
Warwick weathered the British Invasion better than most American artists with hits of “Walk on By,” and “Do You Know the Way to San Jose.” Warwick was named the bestselling female vocalist in 1964. In 1965, she recorded “Thunderball” which became the theme song for the James Bond film Thunderball.
Dionne is one of the Kennedy Center Honorees in 2023 recognizing her decades of contributions to music and humanity. Dionne has won six Grammy Awards and been nominated a total of fifteen times. She has been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and has been honored with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Songwriters Hall of Fame, Living Legend Award, just to name a few. She is one of the top five most recorded female artists of all time. She is also the aunt of legendary singer Whitney Houston.
Writing Group meets at HR Library
The Hood River Writing Group meets every Wednesday at 3 pm at the Hood River Library. It’s creative writing together - join with fellow writers to work on your craft through prompts and share the results. Facilitated by Patty Kaplan.
Live Music at Route 30
Route 30 Bottles and Brew in The Dalles hosts weekly live music events, trivia nights and more.
Monday Night: Musician Mondays
Tuesday Night: Band Jam for House Band Practice (7 p.m.)
Wednesday Night: Useless Knowledge Trivia Night (6:30 p.m.)
Thursday Night: Thirsty Thursday with House Band (7 p.m.)
Friday Night: Karaoke Night (7 p.m.)
