This Week in Gorge Entertainment with Jim Drake - Oct. 18
CCC Entertainment 10-18-21
By Jim Drake
Countryside Ride, Katie Pearlman at Griffin House
Katie Pearlman
The Griffin House in Hood River presents a special concert featuring the music of Countryside Ride and Katie Perlman on Sunday, October 24. Countryside Ride has been on the Honkytonk Circuit for over a decade and will bring their unique mix of original songs and classic covers to the stage - earning them the title of “the Northwest’s Premier Dance Band.” West Coast singer-songwriter Katie Perlman (pictured) brings a powerful voice to songs that “explore femininity, defiance, sexuality and intuition,” and promises a connection with audiences on her life’s cosmic journey. Her seven song EP is called “Mantra Songs.” Doors open at 4:15 p.m., music starts at 5 p.m. Outdoor venue and COVID protocols apply. For advance tickets and information contact marlowe@thegriffinhouse.com
Cornhole Tournament, music at Eagles
Everyone is invited to The Dalles Eagles Lodge on Saturday, October 23, from 2-7 p.m. for a chance to win cash prizes in a Cornhole Tournament. $20 Per 2-Person Team entry fee. The fun continues with the Nightlife Band (7:30-11 p.m.) and a Late Night Dance Party with Bill Hornibrook.
‘Gamblers’ Halloween Extravaganza at The Ruins
Chicken $#it Gamblers
It’s a Halloween Costume Party at The Ruins in Hood River with the Chicken $#it Gamblers on Saturday, Oct. 30, from 7-10 p.m. Organizers say “Costumes are Required,” as well as Proof of Vaccination for entry. Advance tickets at www.tickettomato.com/event/7279
‘Night Harvest’ Halloween event in Mosier
Night Harvest: The Haunting of 1111 Root Road, sounds like it could be the latest Horror Movie Release, but it’s really Root Orchards’ Outdoor Haunted Trail designed for Scary Halloween Fun. The Witching Hour is 7-9:30 p.m. on Oct. 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 and 31. Recommended for ages 13+. For tickets and more information visit www.facebook.com/rootorchard
Dead Lee to play River City
Dead Lee at River City
Portland Folk Duo Dead Lee features Brian Koch (Blitzen Trapper) and singer-songwriter Kara Harris. Brought together by their “mutual love of the darker folk and country traditions,” the band makes a stop at Hood River’s River City Saloon on Friday, Oct. 22, at 8 p.m. Free admission, 21+ only.
Photo with Sasquatch, win free CGOA tickets (for next year’s show)
Pay Attention: Upcoming Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association’s Sinfonietta programs in November will feature original music in the form of “A Sasquatch Portrait.” Join the fun as several retailers around the Gorge will have Photo Opportunities with the Legendary Sasquatch Creature. Put your photos on CGOA’s social media platforms for a chance to win free tickets to CGOA’s March 2022 program featuring Tom Grant. Hmmm, unfortunately, it seems like the Marketing Dept didn’t continue the Bigfoot Theme. Wouldn’t free tickets to the November shows make more sense? Just asking for a friend.
For Photo Ops Visit: G Willikers Toys (Oct. 19-21); Shannon’s Ice Cream (Oct. 22-24); The Dalles Library (Oct 25-27); Klindnt’s (Oct. 28-30); Discovery Center (Oct. 3 - Nov. 5).
You Can Call Me Busy Al
Al Hare
Guitarist Al Hare may be one of the busiest musicians in Little Music City. This week he reports he’ll be out and about the following locations:
Mon. Oct. 18: Last Stop Saloon 7 p.m.
Tues. Oct. 19: Zim’s 7 p.m.
Wed. Oct. 20: Grateful Vineyard 4 p.m.
Thurs. Oct. 21 Bargeway 6 p.m.
Fri. Oct. 22 Buckhorn Saloon (Condon) 7 p.m.
Sat. Oct. 23 Jacob Williams Winery 1 p.m.
Sun. Oct. 24 River Tap 6 p.m.
Adopt A Dog Calendar Release Party and Auction Oct. 22
The theme for this year’s Hood River Adopt A Dog Calendar is “It’s A Dog’s Life,” and to celebrate the organization is having a launch party and Online Auction on Friday, Oct. 22. Providing adoption services, medical assistance and more, Hood River Adopt A Dog has been leading the way to find suitable homes for pets since 2009. Learn more at fundraiser.bid/HRAAD2022Calendar.
Birds and Brews Oct. 21 at Discovery Center
Meet and Greet the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center’s Finest Feathered Friends on Thursday, Oct. 21, from 7-9 p.m. at Birds & Brews, an after-hours event that includes access to the museum’s exhibits and a close-up view of the resident raptors. pFriem Brewing will be on hand, as well as staff to answer any questions - about Birds or Beer! Tickets to this limited event at
Thunder Island celebrates Oct. 23-24
Thunder Island Brewing in Cascade Locks is going to celebrate eight years on Saturday, October 23. Festivities start at noon and includes live music from DJ Zinker (noon-2 p.m.); Honky-tonk Boogie with Midnight Rodeo (2-5 p.m.); Ska, reggae and soul from The Bandulus (5:30-7:30 p.m.); and DJ Zinker returns with the Dance Beats (7:30-9 p.m.). On Sunday, Oct. 24 there’s live music from 4-6 p.m. with singer-songwriter Matt Coughlin.
‘Rent’ Auditions at Bingen Theater
Does anyone else remember what famous animated series parodied this Broadway show? Multiple audition dates are set for a production of “Rent” at the Bingen Theater: Saturday, Oct. 23, noon-2 p.m. (music), 3-4 p.m. (acting); Monday, Oct. 25, 6-7 p.m. (music), 7-8 p.m. (acting). For details on requirements, contact joe@garoutte.me Masks and proof of vaccination required for participation. Performances in May 2022.
Collision of Rhythm
Mid-Columbia Community Concert Association is pleased to welcome Collision of Rhythm to The Dalles Civic Auditorium on Tuesday, November 9 at 7:00 p.m. Doors and Club 22 will open at 6:00 p.m. food and drinks are available.
Collision of Rhythm is a duo comprised of tap-dancing classical virtuoso, Aaron Williams, and beatbox-juggling keynote speaker, Bronkar Lee. Though there are only two of them, they fill the stage as a 12-person ensemble would, moving from instrument to instrument with a high level of skill and diversity. What’s created is a richly explosive experience like nothing else out there — rhythm-centered, but also full of melodic movement and dynamic depth. With drumming, tap dancing, rhythmic juggling, marimba, piano, saxophone, flute and so much more, the show has been described as “Stomp meets Blue Man meets Cirque du Soleil.” The pure joy that music and rhythm have instilled within these two humans is extended to every audience member throughout the performance. Between choreographed musical pieces, there is audience interaction, humor, and personal stories that make this show all at once captivating, inspiring, and flat-out extraordinary.
Tickets are available at Klindt’s Booksellers, Lines of Designs, online at www.mccca.info, or at the door.
