Gorge Giggin’ Guide Highlights Sept. 30 — Oct. 6
Kathy Watson’s “Orphans of the Living”
Tuesday, Sept. 30
Book Release Event: Kathy Watson's "Orphans of the Living"
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 6 p.m.
Hood River Library Reading Room
(Event Repeats: Friday, Oct. 3, 5 p.m. - Klindt’s Booksellers in The Dalles)
Join Waucoma Bookstore and the Hood River County Library for an unforgettable evening as local author Kathy Watson launches her debut novel, Orphans of the Living. She’ll be in conversation with longtime Oregonian columnist Steve Duin for a lively discussion about the novel’s history, characters, and the craft of storytelling.
Set in the 1930s American South and California, Orphans of the Living follows the Stovall family’s flight from danger in Mississippi to a new, uncertain life out West—revealing a poignant story of survival, loss, and the ties that both bind and break families.
The evening will include a conversation, audience Q&A, and a book signing. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
Comedy in Parkdale!
Wednesday, Oct. 1
Solera Brewery in Parkdale presents a Next Stop Comedy Show with Jeremiah Coughlan, Zachary Clark and Aaron Thomas, 7 p.m. Tickets at:
Griffin House Summer Concert Series with Jacob Westfall
Griffin House Summer Concert Series with Jacob Westfall, 6-8 p.m.
The Griffin House in Hood River presents the 2025 Summer Concert Series
All proceeds support The Gift of Time Foundation, providing postpartum care for single mothers in our community.
Tickets and more information at:
www.thegriffinhouse.com/happenings
About the show:
A tender-rock troubadour with a country songbird heart, Jacob Westfall brings powerhouse vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and a one-man-band presence that fills the whole lawn. Raised in Nashville and now rooted in Oregon, his music blends the soul of Chris Stapleton, the storytelling of Zach Bryan, and the anthemic pull of Mumford & Sons. Fresh off his new album The Road That Leads to You, Westfall’s set ranges from intimate acoustic ballads to foot-stomping crowd favorites—all delivered with undeniable charisma and heart.
More laughs at Hood River Brewing
Thursday, Oct. 2
Hood River Brewing Co. in Hood River
Thursday, Oct. 2, Comedy Showcase & Open Mic with Seth Allen, Sam Whitley and Yu Chin Tsai, 7:30 p.m.
Mt. Hood Winery in Hood River hosts live music featuring local and regional musicians. Thursday, Oct. 2, Willy & Nelson, 4-6 p.m.
The Woman in Black opens at The Bingen Theater
Friday, Oct. 3
The Woman in Black opens at The Bingen Theater
https://www.bigbritches.org/the-woman-in-black-tickets
Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt
Based on the novel by Susan Hill
October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18 - Doors at 7pm - Show at 7:30pm
October 5 & 12 - Doors at 1:30pm - Show at 2:00pm
Please plan to arrive at least fifteen minutes early
Directed by Joe Garoutte
Recommended ages 12 and up.
This ghost story, while not gory, will include intense moments of suspense utilizing lighting, sound and fog.
Please also be aware that this production will feature sequences of flashing lights.
Run Time: Approximately 2 hours with a 20-minute intermission
Enter the chilling world of The Woman in Black, a ghost story that will leave you breathless and on the edge of your seat. Arthur Kipps, a man forever haunted by a horrifying encounter, hires a young actor to help him retell the events that shattered his life. Together, they bring to life his time in a remote, fog-shrouded English village, where the desolate streets and creaking manor conceal a shadowy figure, the Woman in Black. Her vengeful spirit seems to follow everyone who comes near, and as Kipps recounts the story, the two men (and the audience) are drawn into a web of supernatural dread where the line between the living and the dead grows terrifyingly thin.
Every flicker of light, every whisper of wind, and every haunting sound effect becomes a character in its own right, amplifying the suspense and pulling you deeper into the story. The Woman in Black is not just a play; it is a masterclass in tension and fear, an immersive theatrical experience where terror lurks in every shadow and even the smallest noise could herald something sinister. By the time the show ends, the chilling echo of the ghostly presence will stay with you long after you leave the theater.
Ticket Prices:
$23 (plus fees) Senior/Student
$25 (plus fees) Adult
CCR Experience
The Granada Theater in The Dalles presents Bad Moon Riders: The CCR Experience – Friday, October 3 | 7:00 PM
Travel back to the golden era of rock ‘n’ roll with Bad Moon Riders, an electrifying tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival. With spot-on vocals, driving rhythms, and all the swamp rock hits—from “Born on the Bayou” to “Fortunate Son”—this band captures the energy and authenticity of CCR like no other. Fans can expect a powerful performance that brings John Fogerty’s unmistakable sound to life.
Antonyms at Trout Lake Hall
Live Music at Trout Lake Hall
The Trout Lake Hall in Trout Lake, Washington brings live music and community events to its historic venue. www.troutlakehall.com/
Antonyms / Rattlin' Bones
Gorge Local music night with Folkrock, Bluesgrass and alt-country indie rock
Friday, October 3
$12 Advance // $15 Day Of Show
6pm Doors / 7pm Show
All Ages
Antonyms play a blend of alt-country and indie rock. Their music is the main songwriting outlet for Hood River singer and guitarist Doug Stepina (Greenneck Daredevils, Bisti). Formed in Hood River in 2015 with Tim Decker (guitar, vocals) and Dustin Nilsen (bass), Antonyms has played frequently throughout the Gorge and Portland for just over 10 years. After a hiatus from 2019 to 2022, Antonyms reformed with Joe Siliman on drums (Stepina and Siliman also play in longtime Gorge country mainstays Greenneck Daredevils). Though most of their sets contain original songs, they weave in eclectic covers from Grateful Dead, Ween, The Smiths, Neko Case, Ryan Adams, among others. This is the first stop for Antonyms at Trout Lake Hall, but Stepina and Siliman have had multiple prior stops at TLH with Greenneck. Stepina has also played the Hall as a solo artist and Siliman is a resident sound engineer at TLH.
Folkrock Bluesgrass band with original compositions infused with passion. Their diverse sound features acoustic guitar, dobro, mandolin, electric bass, and percussion, creating a vibrant musical tapestry with a captivating dynamic range.
MELISSA MANCHESTER in Concert
Saturday, Oct. 4
MELISSA MANCHESTER in Concert
Hood River Education Foundation Fundraiser
Hood River County Education Foundation’s big fundraiser concert for 2025 features Grammy award winner MELISSA MANCHESTER on Saturday, October 4! Miss Manchester is celebrating 50 years of her noteworthy performing and songwriting career. Her songs have been recorded by Barbra Streisand, Roberta Flack, Dusty Springfield, Alison Krauss, Kenny Loggins, and many others. She has written tunes for several other films including The Great Mouse Detective, Lady and the Tramp II, Dirty Girl, and Tyler Perry’s For Colored Girls.
Join us for a legendary night of music in the Hood River Middle School Historic Auditorium. Tickets on sale now, all ages welcome.
Visit hrcef.org/manchester for more info.
Rock Fest at Bargeway
The Bargeway Pub in The Dalles presents Bargeway Rock Fest with with Miles from Nowhere (Free Entry)
Halloween is Early This Year:
Spooktober at The Granada Theater
Spooktober at The Granada Theater - Sat. Oct. 4
The Dalles Overground is proud to present the first annual Spooktober Film Festival at The Granada Theater. In celebration of all things spooky we have selected 9 feature films and a series of animated shorts that will be screening at The Granada Theater throughout the month of October. The films were curated by Scenic Design / FX Artist / Comic Book Artist Christopher Herndon and Production Designer / Art Director Shayna Rae, both residents of The Dalles.
Daily tickets will be $10, except for two family friendly films that will be free to the public. A full festival ticket is available for $65 that will grant access to all events.
Saturday, Oct 4th - Rocky Horror Picture Show - $10 - Show 7 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 5
Live Music at Trout Lake Hall
The Trout Lake Hall in Trout Lake, Washington brings live music and community events to its historic venue. www.troutlakehall.com/
FREE! Open Mic Night with Lincoln Crockett
Bring your songs, poetry, music to the stage or just come to listen.
All Ages
Doors at 5pm
Sign up by 5:30pm
Open Mic 5:30pm-7:30pm
Open Mic Night with Lincoln Crockett every 1st Sunday
Join us in bringing the good times to the Hall every month! Historic room, great sound, supportive audience. Early and fun. Upright piano available! We want to hear you! Come be a part of it. Bring your songs or come to listen. We hear sung and instrumental originals and covers by rockers, campfire folkies, bluegrass pickers, blues hounds, country stalwarts, even had spoken word poetry that went over gangbusters. Music knows no bounds and over its 100+ years this room has heard it all.
Gorge Tropicana
Monday, Oct. 6
Everybody’s Brewing in White Salmon brings local and regional music to the stage.
Monday, Oct. 6, Gorge Tropicana (Calypso, Reggae, Caribbean-infused Pop), 6-8 p.m.
Want to get your event onboard? Send the details to Entertainment Guru Jim Drake gorgeentertainment@gmail.com
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