Gorge Entertainment Guide: Mark Calendar for United Way Concert & Auction at Bargeway
Bargeway Pub & Catering’s Entertainment Weekly
By Jim Drake
By Jim Drake
United Way goes big at Bargeway in July
Jessie Leigh will be performing at the United Way Concert and Auction at the Bargeway Pub on July 21. Huckleberry Road will also take the stage and a live auction and raffle will provide some adrenaline and intrigue in this fun-filled evening with friends. It’s the local United Way’s biggest night for the Sherman Wasco Council which funds local nonprofits with the money raised that night.
The United Way of the Columbia Gorge kicks it into high gear in The Dalles at the Bargeway Pub for its biggest annual fundraiser on July 21 with a power punch of country music and fun from skyrocketing country performers Jessie Leigh of Clackamas and Reno-based Huckleberry Road.
The night will also feature a raffle and live auction as the event fundraises to fund 27 local nonprofits such as Meals on Wheels which provide to support locals. Money goes toward basic human needs, keeping youth on track, and keeping locals safe from violence and abuse.
But wait. There’s more. Bargeway has seven shows in the next five days. Here’s the lineup.
Wednesday, June 28 - Megan Alder, 630 - 9:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 29 - Al Hare, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Friday, June 30 - Big River Blues Band, 7 - 10 p.m.
Saturday, July 1 - Jeff Carrell 1 - 4 p.m.
Free Agent at Bargeway Pub on Saturday, July 1st at 7 p.m.
Saturday, July 1 - Free Agent, 7 - 10 p.m.
Sunday, July 2 - Jeff Carrell, 1 - 4 p.m.
Sunday, July 2 - Reddy Black Trio, 6 - 8 p.m.
Live Music at Clocktower Ales
Clocktower Ales in The Dalles brings live local music to the stage.
Thursday, June 29, Jeff Carrell, 7 p.m.
Friday, June 30, Whisky Villains, 7 p.m.
Live Music at The Ruins
The Ruins in Hood River presents live music featuring touring NW acts and local bands. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Show starts at 6 p.m. Admission is $3 before/$8 after 7 p.m.
Tuesday, June 27, Igor & The Red Elvises w/ Joe Kaplow
"Igor Yuzov was born in Germany, raised in Ukraine and studied in Russia. He grew up in the former Soviet Union, where folk music was the norm and rock’n’roll was illegal. A rebellious streak, however, led him to seek out the forbidden music. As soon as it became possible, Igor left Russia for America with his “Folk’n’Roll” band Limpopo and was personally greeted by Ronald Reagan. In 1993, Limpopo won Ed McMahon’s Star Search and their popularity began to blossom. In 1995, Igor dreamed that Elvis Presley came to him and told him to start playing rock’n’roll. Igor and his Russian friends became Red Elvises and gave street performances on Santa Monica’s 3rd Street Promenade. As their crowds grew larger, the City of Santa Monica ordered them to discontinue their street performances. Evolving over the years, Igor’s music has been labeled “Siberian Surf Rock” which contains humorous lyrics and grooves that force his audience to dance. Over the past 20 years, Red Elvises have constantly toured all over the world with occasional breaks to record new music and to participate in film and television projects.”
Thursday, June 29, Bon Bon Vivant w/ The Jack Maybe Project
"Bon Bon Vivant is a genre-bending band from New Orleans that electrifies audiences across the country with their signature blend of singer songwriter/ jazz-inspired/Americana/ dark ballads and up-tempo indie dance rock. BBVs original music pays homage to the bawdy New Orleans sound while infusing an indie flavor that leaves a lasting mark on listeners. This band's original songs are joyous, fierce, honest and heartbreaking as they chronicle life and all it entails through the sounds of the minor keys.”
Sunday, July 2, Polyrhythmics (Ticketed Show)
"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.”
Advance tickets at: https://www.tickettomato.com/event/8000
Tuesday, July 4, Drunken Prayer and The Left Coast Roasters w/ Lewi Longmire & Morgan Geer
"Drunken Prayer transcends the bounds of Americana music. Morgan Geer writes songs that could emerge from a highly blissed-out biker bar or a swampy ashram. The newest Drunken Prayer album is 2022’s “The Name Of The Ghost Is Home.” The latest Drunken Prayer releases have been 2019’s acclaimed LP “Cordelia Elsewhere” mixed by Mitch Easter (Let’s Active, REM) and the ambitious 17 minute long death-raga, “Electric Daddyland” from 2021.”
Live Music at Grateful Vineyard
Grateful Vineyard in Mt. Hood presents the Rock in the Vines Music Series on Sunday afternoons from 3-5 p.m. All ages are welcome, friendly dogs on leashes too. No cover charge.
Sunday, July 2, Joel Valle
Sunday, July 9, Brigid’s Crossing
Brigid’s Crossing
‘Westworld’ at Granada Theater
The Granada Theater in The Dalles presents 1973 Sci-fi classic “Westworld” on Friday, June 30. The futuristic western stars Yul Brynner. On Saturday, July 1, it’s “Soylent Green” starring Charlton Heston. Showtime 6 p.m.
www.granadatheatrethedalles.com
‘Geometry & Whimsy’ at The Dalles Art Center
“Geometry & Whimsy,” featuring paintings by Myrna Anderson and Charlene Rivers are on display at The Dalles Art Center starting Thursday, July 6. The show runs through July 29.
About the Exhibit
“Charlene Rivers is from Parkdale and Myrna Anderson lives in Mosier. They have known each other or each other’s work for years. Chance brought them to exhibit together in the summer of 2021 at the invitation of the Cathedral Ridge Winery Gallery. What they discovered by showing their work in tandem is that, although very different in execution, both are fascinated by the geometric forms of the Columbia River Gorge landscape. Rivers simplifies the shapes into whimsical circles, lines and dots, and Anderson fractures the space into tiny squares and rectangles. Their complementary approaches inspired them to seek out an opportunity at The Dalles Art Center to exhibit together again.”
Live Music at Zim’s
Got Your Six at Zim’s on July 1.
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles presents live local music.
Tuesday, June 27, Taps and Tunes with The Reddy Black Trio, 7-9 p.m.
Friday, June 30, Peppa Jam, 7-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 1, Got Your Six Veteran Band, 7-9:30 p.m.
Live Music at Thunder Island
Thunder Island Brewing in Cascade Locks presents live music, trivia nights and more, including the Sunset Live Music Series.
Thursday, July 13, Trivia Night with Scott Anderson, 6 p.m.
Music & Magicians in the Park
The Dalles Public Library and Northern Wasco County Parks and Rec have partnered to bring Music and Magicians in the Park, to be held Wednesdays in The Dalles City Park, at 6 p.m. The program runs through August 2.
Wednesday, June 28, Music from Victor Johnson
Wednesday, July 5, Dragon Theater Puppets presenting “Dungeons and Decisions.” You will help decide which way they go in this adventure.
Live music at Working Hands
Aram Arslanian
Working Hands Fermentation in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Friday, June 30, Rich and Blonde (Country), 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 1, Aram Arslanian (Singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 8, Vince Bigos (Pop/Rock), 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, July 9, Open Mic hosted by Tim Decker, 6 p.m.
‘Cut the Rug’ Extravaganza at The Dalles Eagles
Uppercut Barbershop presents a “Cut the Rug” Extravaganza on Saturday, July 8, at The Dalles Eagles Lodge. Free Social Dance lessons start at 4 p.m. (Cha-Cha) and 5:15 p.m. (Country Two Step). It’s Line Dancing to DJ music from 6:30-7 p.m. and live music from Center Street Band 7-10 p.m. Dancers under 21 can attend until 9 p.m.
Intergalactic Skate Night at HR Elks
The Hood River Elks and the Gorge Skate Club hosts Intergalactic Skate Night on Saturday, July 15, starting at 8 p.m. 21 and over only, $5 cover.
About the Event
“Get ready to blast off into a mind-blowing roller skating extravaganza, an interstellar soirée as cosmic vibes descend upon your town, carried by a shooting star or perhaps a flying saucer, piloted by an otherworldly tall gray alien with captivating buggy eyes or even an adorable space kitten! Immerse yourself in the pulsating beats of our stellar maestros- DJ Swooop and ENFDJ, who will teleport you to a sonic dimension with their cosmic melodies.
‘Lavender Daze’ events at Hood River Lavender Farm
The Hood River Lavender Farm (3823 Fletcher Driver, Hood River) is hosting live music in July, celebrating Lavender Daze. Family-Friendly, free admission. Music is 1-3 p.m.
Saturday, July 1, June Bug Boys (Americana String Band)
Saturday, July 8, The Sugar Daddies (Rock, Swing, Blues)
Live Music at Jacob Williams Winery
Megan Alder (Jazz, Americana)
Jacob Williams Winery brings local and regional music to the stage at its tasting room in Lyle, Wash.
Saturday, July 1, Megan Alder (Jazz, Americana), 1-4 p.m.
Clubs meet at TD Library
The Dalles Library hosts book clubs, art classes and more.
Tuesday, June 27, Painted Pet Portrait, 2 p.m.
Tuesday, June 27, Sci Fi Book Club, 5 p.m.
Wednesday, June 28, Teen Underground Radio, 3:30 p.m.
Arlington Show N Shine
The Arlington Show N Shine returns Saturday, July 29. Registration starts at 9 a.m., Judging at Noon, Awards Ceremony at 2:30 p.m. $10 per car. Enjoy a Hula Hoop Contest, Cornhole games, Duck Races and the Pop Artisan Market.
Hoodoo Johnson at 64oz Taphouse
64oz Taphouse in Hood River presents live music from Rock and Roll expert Hoodoo Johnson on Wednesday, July 5, starting at 7 p.m. “for a night of Dance Groove fun.” $5 cover, 21+ over.
Live Music at Mosier Company
Wasco Brothers at Mosier Company July 1
Mosier Company in Mosier brings live local and regional music to the stage.
Thursday, June 29, Ditch Diggers, 6-8 p.m.
Saturday, July 1, Wasco Brothers, 6-8 p.m.
Sunday, July 2, Blues by Squirrel, 6-8 p.m.
Live Music at Trout Lake Hall
Trout Lake Hall in Trout Lake, Washington is bringing live music back to the Historic building’s stage.
Thursday, June 29, Woodland Empire, Intimate Acoustic. Loud Raucous. Electric and Eclectic, (Free Show), 6 p.m.
Friday, June 30, Richard & Tova (Quartet) Local Banjo picking, Cajun, Folk band from Snowden, (Ticketed Show), 6 p.m.
Jenny Jahlee
Saturday, July 1, Jenny Jahlee (Full Band) Soul & Rock n' Roll (Ticketed Show), 6 p.m.
“Jenny Jahlee is a Pacific Northwest native whose initial pull to write and play music came from a musical father and an affinity and passion for truly feeling all of life. Self-taught on both guitar and vocals, Jenny’s songs traverse a variety of genres which convey comfort, inspiration, soul, and some good old-fashioned rock and roll- ultimately providing an experience that is both meaningful and danceable. These eclectic tunes are lyrically driven, and Jenny possesses a gift for speaking to the heart as well as the mind and spirit. She speaks and rhymes with a high intelligence and ability to guide a narrative.”
Sunday, July 2, Bingo Night, (Free Event), 5 p.m.
Western Flyers at Griffin House
The Griffin House in Hood River presents a night of Texas-style dance swing with The Western Flyers on Wednesday, July 5. Special guest guitarist Redd Volkaert joins the fun. Expect “a night of toe tappin' with Texas' Finest Western Swing Band." General admission and VIP ticket options available at:
About the Artist
“Powerhouse Country & Western swing band The Western Flyers serve up an irresistibly hot, unmistakably Texas-style sound popularized by Bob Wills in the 1940s with an electrifying energy all their own. Featuring a fresh, all-star lineup led by Western swing master Joey McKenzie on archtop guitar & vocal, fiddle champion Ridge Roberts on fiddle & vocal, upright bassist Matthew Mefford, the award winning Flyers are guaranteed to have even the shyest of wallflowers tappin' their toes or swinging on the dance floor.”
‘JuggleMania’ at White Salmon Library
The White Salmon Library presents “JuggleMania” on Thursday, June 29, at 2 p.m. “JuggleMania showcases juggling, magic, science, and feats of hilarity amd dexterity leading to laughter and applause. Rhys Thomas’ JuggleMania journey has been one adventure after another. The highlights include serving as Artist in Residence at the Smithsonian Institution, and journeying to remote Egyptian tombs to discover 4,000 year old paintings of jugglers.”
Live Music at The Pines
The Pines Tasting Room in Hood River hosts live music featuring local and regional musicians.
Thursday, June 29, Julie Yanko (Jazz Vocal), 4-6 p.m.
Friday, June 30, Squrl Blues Show with Paris Slim (guitar) and RJ Mischo (harmonica), 6-9 p.m.
Music at Mid Columbia Senior Center
The Mid Columbia Senior Center in The Dalles hosts live music at 11 a.m. during the week. Check out your favorite players here.
Thursday, June 29, Tom Graff
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, June 28, The Good Notes, 6 p.m.
Trout Lake Alien Blues Festival
Promoters say the Trout Lake Alien Blues Festival will be Out of This World. The festival returns to Trout Lake, Wash., on Saturday, July 15. Gates open 11:30 a.m.
Music lineup
12:00 PM:Moe Dixon
1:55 PM:Rae Gordon Band
3:50 PM: Jane Doe (Ellen Whyte & Sonny Hess)
5:45 PM: Christopher Worth & David Jacobs-Strain
Free limited parking at the venue (22 Deanna Drive, Trout Lake, Wash.), on a first-come-first-served basis. Discount tickets available before July 14. More information at:
https://www.alienbluesfest.com/
Bonneville Car Show returns
“The Best Car Show by a Dam,” returns to North Bonneville City Park on Saturday, July 8, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Registration is $20 and the show will feature awards, live music, food, 50/50 raffle, and more. Information at knucklebustersassociation@gmail.com
