Montana storyteller Kicks off week of music at Bargeway Pub tonight, July 20
This Week in Gorge Entertainment
By Jim Drake
“I looked up and saw a boarded-up, fenced-off and somewhat decrepit storefront. Abandoned.”
“It was like that scene from Planet of the Apes…..”
You know what scene I’m talking about, right? We have to go back to the original 1968 Planet of the Apes film where Charlton Heston is on horseback, riding on a desolate beach. He’s tired because he’s been traveling all day, and he’s in a bewildered state because the planet he’s on is familiar but far from normal because the social structure of the inhabitants has been turned upside down. And at the end of this journey, he encounters a landmark object, the Statue of Liberty, that proves his whereabouts, but the grandeur of the monument is in ruins - it has been eroded by eons of time and most likely by purposeful destruction. He breaks down on the beach, sobbing and questioning his existence in the universe.
Yeah, that’s how I felt when I got to my destination on Sunday, July 10.
For years, possibly for decades, I’ve made periodic pilgrimages to a record store on Sandy Blvd. in Portland called Everyday Music. It was like the Statue of Liberty of Record Stores, in many ways. There were thousands of records, CDs, box sets, tapes and movies from every genre that exists. There were bins of 50-cent records that waited patiently for someone to flip through them and take one or a dozen home. There was, in essence, a melting pot of Record Freedom. It didn’t matter if the record was black, white, scratched, or in mint condition.
So, on Sunday, July 10, 2022, after being cooped up in The Gorge for over two years of Pandemic restrictions, I decided to break out and utilize the CAT Transit Gorge Go-Pass system (A Fabulous Deal, by the way) and travel to my destination. I rode CAT buses, Max-Lines and Cross Town buses, and hiked in on foot. I got a close-up view of the neighborhoods that looked a lot different from the sidewalks than they do from a car. I was proud of myself for finally taking the time to get to the record store by using Public Transportation. I knew that I couldn’t carry “a lot” of records back with me, but it was all about The Journey, getting one or two things and enjoying the sights.
The Hike in wasn’t too bad, the store was a lot closer than I thought it was from the drop-off point. I knew the building was “just up the next block…” and then I looked up and saw it.
I looked up and saw a boarded-up, fenced-off, and somewhat decrepit storefront. Abandoned. The main sign was so tattered that someone unfamiliar with the initials EM would probably not guess what they stood for. It was a surreal moment. It was like I was in a movie.
Fortunately, my sad record story has a somewhat glimmer-of-hope ending. You see, the franchise of Everyday Music in its heyday had three locations, and fortunately, one still exists on Burnside and 14th. It was a bit of a shock to see that location had downsized, too. But at least it still existed.
After some record browsing, I mentioned to the folks at the counter that I was really sorry to see the Sandy location had closed. They said “Yeah, we are too. But all the inventory is in a warehouse and we’re still unpacking a lot of boxes for this location. I think they had a 75% Off Sale right before they lost the lease.”
That’s When I Cried.
Bargeway Pub
Marcedes Carroll plays Waterfront Wednesday at the Bargeway Pub in The Dalles tonight, July 20 at 6:30 p.m. Robert Millage Photography
Live music at Working Hands Beer
Working Hands Beer in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Friday, July 22, Rose Triolo (Singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 23, Joe Slowick, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, July 24, Open Mic, 6 p.m.
Friday, July 29, Tom Hacker, 7:30 p.m.
Wasco Wars: Battle of the Bands Aug. 18
The first ever Battle of the Bands happens at the Wasco County Fair & Rodeo in Tygh Valley, on Thursday, Aug. 18. Any style of music is welcome and bands can sign up by calling Bryan at (541) 993-8176.
Good Company, more at Ruins
On Tuesday, July 19, The Ruins in Hood River welcomes The Good Co. - a “reimagining of Jazz Age music, a speakeasy sound with a dash of electronic funk” that’s guaranteed to make you feel good and dance. Locals Victor Johnson and James Andrews open. 6 p.m. start.
On Wednesday, July 20, The Ruins welcomes the Tony Furtado Band with opening act Stephanie Schneiderman. Furtado explores folk, bluegrass and more - blending roots acoustic music into his own style. Ticketed show.
On Thursday, July 21, it’s a Local Thursdays show with Run On Sentence and Sam Humans. 6 p.m.
Music at Double Mountain
Double Mountain Brewery in Hood River welcomes local and regional acts to the stage:
Thursday, July 21, Jacob Morse, 7 p.m. (Modern Folk)
Friday, July 29, Jacob Camara, 7 p.m. (NW Blues)
Dance Party at Columbia Center for the Arts
The Columbia Center for the Arts in Hood River presents a Live Music Dance Party on Friday, July 29 with the All Jazz Considered band - expect Swing, Salsa, Rock and Roll, Blues, Reggae. 7:30 p.m., $10 suggested donation.
Live Music at Zim’s
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles presents live local music.
Friday, July 22, Reddy Black Trio, 7-9 p.m.
Friends of Library Book Sale
The Dalles Library hosts the Friends of Library Book Sale on Saturday, July 30, starting at 9 a.m. This is a “bag sale,” and pricing changes as the sale progresses: 9-10 a.m. is $3, 10-11 a.m. is $2, 11-12 noon is $1.
Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival
Special Consensus
Skamania County Fair Grounds in Stevenson hosts the annual Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival from July 21 to July 24. Bands include Special Consensus, Slocan Ramblers, Dennis Berck, Thunder Ridge, Ellie Hakanson, The Price Sisters, Bill Jolliff, Sunny South, String Theory, Farmstrong, and a Country Show Dance band for the Saturday Barn Dance. Camping and day passes to the festival available at:
https://www.tickettomato.com/.../columbia-gorge-bluegrass...
Lavender Daze Festival
Hood River Lavender Farms presents the Lavender Daze Festival each weekend in July, filled with art from local artisans and live music on Sundays. https://hoodriverlavender.com/pages/events
‘27th Day’ at Granada Theatre
The Granada Theatre in The Dalles presents the Sci-fi thriller “The 27th Day,” on Friday and Saturday, July 29-30. The 1957 movie brings the Cold War to the forefront when aliens give people a destructive power - but if that power is used, an alien invasion is imminent. Tickets and more information at: www.granadatheatrethedalles.com
Live Music at The Pines
Live music returns Fridays, from 6-9 p.m. at The Pines Tasting Room in Hood River.
Friday, July 22, Aram
Friday, July 29, Closed for private party
Special Show Sunday, July 31, Scott Clay, 3-6 p.m.
Mid Columbia Concert Association announces Fall lineup
Marsh Family Band
The Mid Columbia Concert Association continues to bring quality shows to The Dalles with the 2022-23 season. Coming up:
Sept. 22: Marsh Family Band
Oct. 6: Jarabe Mexicano
Nov. 9: The Four C Notes (Frankie Valli Tribute)
March 7: Empire Trio (Classical Crossover Trio)
April 23: Black Market Trust (5-piece acoustic)
May 12: Molly in the Mineshaft (Contemporary Folk)
Tickets and more information, as well as season passes, available at:
https://www.midcolumbiacommunityconcerts.org/
Live Music at 64oz Taphouse
64oz Taphouse in Hood River is Bringing the BLues to the stage with Sonny Hess and Lady Kat on Wednesday, July 20, starting at 7 p.m. Future shows include Blues Bass Player Lisa Mann on Wednesday, Aug. 3 and Hank Shreve on Wednesday, Aug. 17.
Hoopla Book Club at White Salmon Library
The Hoopla Book Club summer spotlight selection is “The Last Confessions of Sylvia P.” by Lee Kravetz. Go to http://theclub.hoopladigital.com to borrow the ebook or audiobook.
On Tuesday, July 19 at 7 p.m., join the White Salmon Library virtually as Dr. Jeff Meldrum, anthropologist, author, producer, professor and scientist, presents evidence and information on one of the Pacific Northwest's favorite cryptid - Sasquatch. There will be time for Q&A.
Register at https://fvrl.librarymarket.com/node/86984.
Families in the Park return Aug. 4
Journey cover band Stone in Love plays HR’s Jackson Park on Aug. 4th
Free Families in the Park concerts return to Hood River’s Jackson Park on Thursdays in August, starting with Journey cover band Stone in Love (pictured) on Aug. 4. Music starts at 7 p.m. Bring blankets/chairs. Presented by Hood River Lions and Gorge Community Foundation.
August 4: Stone in Love
August 11: Soul Vaccination
August 18: Eagle Eyes
August 25: Hit Machine
Music Mondays at Tilly Jane’s
Tilly Jane’s Sports Bar on the Heights in Hood River hosts Music Mondays from 7-9 p.m.
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.
July 25, Sean White Band (Jazz)
Traeger Grill Raffle at The Dalles Eagles
Support fundraising efforts for a new bar dishwasher for The Dalles Eagles with a chance to win a new Traeger Grill system. Tickets are $20 each and the drawing is on Thursday, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m.
Live Music at Stave and Stone
Stave and Stone’s Winery at the Vineyard (3827 Fletcher Drive, Hood River) brings live music to the stage on Sundays from 3-5 p.m.
July 24, Hit Machine Unplugged (Pop, Rock)
July 31, Sugar Daddies (Rock n roll, boogie-woogie, swing, blues)
Live Music at Jacob Williams Winery
Jacob Williams Winery presents local and regional live music at the tasting room in Wishram. Music is from 1-4 p.m.
Saturday, July 23, Stephanie Sweet (Gorge Singer Songwriter)
Saturday, July 30, Highway 14 (Rock, Blues, Honky Tonk)
Sunshine Mill Drive-In Movies
Sunshine Mill in The Dalles presents Drive-in movies on the Big Outdoor Screen. Movies start at 9 p.m. and tickets per carload are available here:
https://www.sunshinemill.com/drive-up-movies
Friday, July 29, Wayne’s World
Saturday, July 30, Encanto
Arlington Show N Shine July 30
On Saturday, July 30, it’s the return of the Arlington Show N Shine Car show. Activities include Duck Races, Hula Hoop Contest, a Basketball Tourney and Live Music. Registration begins at 9 a.m., $10 per car entry. Judging begins at 11 a.m., awards ceremony at 3:15 p.m.
Godspell Junior call for auditions
Soloists, chorus members, and readers are needed for the upcoming production of Godspell Junior at The Dalles United Church of Christ. Auditions are Tuesday, July 19, from 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Preference for leads goes to teens. If auditioning for a solo, please bring a song to be performed a cappella. More information contact Lea Mathieu at revleamathieu@gmail.com
‘Deal’ Band at River City
Grateful Dead cover band Deal is high-steppin’ into town on Friday, July 22, at Hood River’s River City Saloon. Music starts at 9 p.m. “Seattle’s most intrepid and psychedelic Grateful Dead Cover Band, Deal will be skydiving without a net all night long. Come ready to shake your bones.”
Live music at Grateful Vineyard
Live music continues at Hood River’s Grateful Vineyard.
Music is from 4-6 p.m.
Wednesday, July 20, Siena Christie (Folk)
Sunday, July 24, Chic Preston, John Bunzo and Tim Ortlieb (Rock)
Wednesday, July 27, Jeff Minnick (Rock)
Sunday, July 31, Ben Tell (Folk)
Summer Blockbuster Movie Nights at HR Library
On Fridays beginning July 8 the Hood River County Library will open the newly renovated theater for blockbuster movies new and old, starting at 5 p.m. Teens and adults are welcome, and snacks and drinks will be provided.
July 22 - Rise of Skywalker
July 29 - Venom 2
Aug 5 - Jurassic Park
Aug 12 - Spider-man: Far From Home
Aug 19 - Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Gorge Gear Sale July 24
The Gorge Gear Sale & Swap features electric and acoustic guitars, bass guitars, electronic gear, PA equipment, amps, drum gear and other musical instruments all for sale or trade in a giant swap meet event on Sunday, July 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Ruins in Hood River. Free admission - bring an item to swap or sell.
Klickitat Canyon Days feature live music, more
Klickitat Canyon Days in Klickitat, Wash., celebrates Family Fun on July 29, 30 and 31.
Friday, July 29
Carnival 5-7 p.m.
Hot Dog Meal 7-9 p.m.
Kid’s Dance Performance 8:30 p.m.
New Release Movie at Dusk
Saturday, July 30
Firehall Breakfast 7-10 a.m.
5K Run/Walk 7:30 a.m.
Volleyball Tournament 8 a.m.
Parade 11 a.m.
Car Show 11:30 a.m.
Kids Activities Noon - 5 p.m.
Vendors in the Park 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Live Music/Beer Garden 8-11 p.m.
Sunday, July 31
Duck Derby Race
3 On 3 Basketball 11 a.m.
Summer Reading, concerts at HR County Library
Summer Reading starts June 22 and sources say that it’s easy to track your progress on the Beanstalk Tracker app. Sign up individually or the whole family. Several free concerts throughout the summer are planned in the Georgiana Smith Memorial Garden:
Wednesday, July 20, Mo Philips, 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 3, Empowered Movement Aerial Performance, 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 31, Reptile Man (Inside in the Reading Room), 5:30 p.m.
Music at Skamania Lodge
Skamania Lodge presents the Summer Music Series with Blues, Jazz, Folk and more with Northwest Favorites, from 5-7 p.m. in The Gorge Room or outside as weather permits.
July 24 Terry Robb (Blues Guitar)
July 31 Steve Hale (Singer songwriter)
August 7 Shelly Rudolph (Jazz)
August 14 Sandra Heart / Wishflower (Acoustic Duo)
August 21 Moe Dixon (Singer Songwriter)
August 28 Doug Smith (Acoustic Guitar)
September 4 John Nilsen (Pop Contemporary)
September 5 Shelly Rudolph (Jazz)
Music at Kickstand Coffee
Hood River’s Kickstand Coffee is bringing live music to the stage on Wednesdays in June. Music starts at 7 p.m.
July 20: Matt McCravey
