Terry Robb, Marty Stuart, Voci Choir headline this weekend
Gorge Entertainment- April 7
By Jim Drake
Cider Fest returns April 30
The Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest is coming to the Hood River County Fairgrounds on April 30, featuring 20 cideries, more than 40 different ciders, local music and kids activities. The Entertainment Lineup includes:
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Quattlebaum (pictured) (Southern Gent Banjo Slinger)
1:15 – 2:15 p.m. Five Letter Word feat. Megan Alder (Female Folk Americana Trio)
3 – 4:30 p.m. Lost Ox (Jam Rock)
5 – 6:30 p.m. The Night Farmers (Country/Americana)
Marty Stuart at Granada in TD on April 9
The Granada Theater in The Dalles is bringing Country, 80s pop, Heavy Rock and more to Little Music City in 2022.
April 9: Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives
May 8: The return of Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters
June 11: 80s Pop Phenoms Modern English
Aug. 13: Heavy Rock Legends Outdoor Concert with Warrant and Winger
Tickets and details at https://www.granadatheatrethedalles.com/
Gigs Here and There
Friday, April 8, Fog Holler at Double Mountain in Hood River, 8 p.m.
Sunday, April 10, Reddy Black Trio at Bargeway Pub, The Dalles, 6-9 p.m.
Friday, April 15, F*ckn T*x D*y show with Vitamin D cover band at River City Saloon in Hood River, 9 p.m.
Gorge Artist Open Studio Tour coming
The Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour returns April 22, 23, 24. The self-guided tour allows visitors access to more than 32 artists in their creative spaces. Studios will be open in Hood River, Mosier, The Dalles, Klickitat, White Salmon, Carson, and Stabler. For more information, including a map of locations visit:
https://www.gorgeartists.org/?fbclid=IwAR3LGiyuFXJAZ9ftgMq35ed7W4K5zIGQVNBQWny-eN-AWowoMpZ8CYMIYf8
Help needed for TDMS Spring Music production
Are you a woodworker? The Dalles Middle School needs help building a tall bed, like this one pictured, for their Spring Music Theater production. Contact Leslie Sullivan at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/
1555382938050564/user/1215792495/
‘Next One’ Art show at CG Interpretive Center
The Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum announces a new exhibit called “The Next One,” featuring Columbia River Gorge artists, including Stevenson’s own Marilyn Bolles. An opening reception will be held on Friday, April 8, from 6-8 p.m. Exhibit runs through May. Located at 990 SW Rock Creek Dr., Stevenson, Wash. Watch a video featuring Marilyn here: https://www.facebook.com/shewatches/
Karaoke returns to The Dalles Eagles
The Dalles Eagles will be adding Karaoke Thursdays with DJ Bill Hornibrook starting on Thursday, April 7, at 8 p.m.
Mazot Fest at Mt Hood Meadows
Mt. Hood Meadow’s favorite employees - The Meadows Avalanche Dogs - will be at the Mazot on Saturday, April 9, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., for a meet and greet fundraising party with music from DJ Tyto Alba (aka Austin Quattlebaum), a special slalom ski course, and prizes from Double Mountain Brewery and Mt. Hood Meadows.
‘Mugs Mixers’ April 7
On Thursday, April 7, Mugs Coffee in Bingen will be hosting “Mugs Mixers”, from 6-8 p.m. This mixer will show-case a wine-tasting game night with fun desserts and kids activities. More info at: Mt Adams Chamber & Visitor Center
Funk River Social Club presents Weekly Jam
If Funk is Your Groove then head out to a Monthly Jam presented by members of the Gorge band Funkship at the River City Saloon in Hood River on the First Wednesday of the Month (April 6). The jams start at 7 p.m.
Mixed Media Lecture April 9
Tokki Art Supply has teamed up with Golden Paints to offer a free online Mixed Media Lecture/Demonstration with artist Barbara De Pirro on Saturday April 9, from 1-2:30 p.m. This demo will teach you the ins and outs of using their products for mixed media artwork, Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/.../golden-mixed-media-virtual
Blü Egyptian Band at River City
The Blü Egyptian Band is a Jam Band from Chico, CA, combining Rock and Roll with World music to “ create an unforgettable experience.” The band’s High 5 Tour brings them to the River City Saloon in Hood River on Friday, April 22. Music starts at 8 p.m. with a $10 cover charge. 21+ only.
Easter Bunny visits The Dalles
Media Reports indicate The Easter Bunny will be hopping into The Dalles soon, with treats and photo opportunities for kids and adults:
Friday, April 15:
3-4 p.m. at Cascade Square Mall
4 p.m. at McDonald’s (West 6th St. location)
Saturday, April 16: Easter Egg Scramble at Lewis and Clark Festival Park, 11 a.m. (Separate Scramble times for kids ages 1 to 10)
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.
April 11: Heart & Hammer (pictured) (Acoustic Folk Trio)
April 18: Hwy 14 (Honky Tonk Trio from Lyle)
Live music at Grateful Vineyard
Live music continues at Hood River’s Grateful Vineyard. Music is from 4-6 p.m.
Sunday, April 10: The BB Lake Blues (4-6 p.m.)
Sunday, April 24: Chic Preston and Kerry Williams (Jazz and Countrygrass)
Gigs Here and There
Friday, April 8, Fog Holler at Double Mountain in Hood River, 8 p.m.
Sunday, April 10, Reddy Black Trio at Bargeway Pub, The Dalles, 6-9 p.m.
Friday, April 15, F*ckn T*x D*y show with Vitamin D cover band at River City Saloon in Hood River, 9 p.m.
Sense of Place lecture April 13
Join the Columbia Center for the Arts in Hood River for a group panel discussion on “Forests, Wildfire, Timber Wars and Finding Common Ground” on Wednesday, April 13, at 7 p.m. Guests include Jay McLaughlin, Susan Jane Brown, Les Perkins, Erin Black, and moderator Sarah Fox. Details at: https://mtadamsinstitute.org/senseofplace/
Trivia, Karaoke at Route 30
Stay tuned for live music, trivia nights and more on a weekly basis at Route 30 in The Dalles.
Tuesdays: House Band Practice, 6 p.m.
Wednesdays: Trivia Night, 6:30 p.m.
Thursdays: House Band Practice, 6 p.m.
Fridays: Karaoke Night, 7 p.m.
Special Show Announced for Monday, April 11: Portland Drag-Queen Stars Darcelle XV & Co. 6:30-8 p.m. Ticketed show.
MoCo celebrates April 8
Mosier’s own Mosier Company celebrates a new Working Hands beer release on Friday, April 8, at 5 p.m. with Americana and Country music from Alder Brook and Albert Nicholas. Working Hands Beer provides the new beer “Exit 69.”
Trivia Night, more at Thunder Island
Wednesday, April 6 is Community Night, with a Bingo Fundraiser for Cascade Locks Elementary PTO, 5-9 p.m. at Thunder Island Brewing in Cascade Locks. Scott Anderson leads Trivia Night at Thunder Island Brewing in Cascade Locks on Thursday, April 7, from 6-9 p.m. Scan the trivia QR code to participate and get ready to have fun!
Live Music at Zim’s
Catch Live Music at Zim’s in The Dalles:
Friday, April 8, Kenny and the Jeffs, 7-9 p.m.
Saturday, April 9, Reckless Kompany (pictured) (Country and Classic Rock Hits), 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield at library April 6
It’s an evening at The Dalles Wasco County Library with author Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield Wednesday, April 6, at 6 p.m., discussing her book “Babe in the Woods: Self Portrait,” the second in her three-book series centered on living alone in a wilderness log cabin she built at age 18. Limited seating, please register on the library’s website.
Live music at Bargeway Pub
Terry Robb plays the The Dalles’ Bargeway Pub Friday, April 8 at 7 p.m.
Bargeway Pub in The Dalles is bringing the best in local and regional music to the stage:
Friday, April 8, Terry Robb (Blues), 7 p.m.
Wednesday, April 13, Jessie Leigh (Pop Country), TBA
Star Wars Trivia at HR Library
On Saturday, April 9, at 6 p.m., Star Wars fans are invited to “So Much Star Wars Trivia” night at the Hood River County Library. Organizers say: “There are 45 years and counting of Star Wars. Will we cover it all? Nope. Will we cover a lot and have themed prizes and snacks? Absolutely. With questions about new shows and weird hair styles, there will be questions for all types of fans.Fans ages 10 and up are welcome to join the game. Please bring a phone or device to join.”
Live Music at The Pines
Live music returns Fridays, from 6-9 p.m. at The Pines Tasting Room in Hood River.
April 8 Chic Preston
April 15 Willie & Nelson
April 22 County Line
Sonny Hess at 64 Taphouse
It’s a special blues show with Sonny Hess, Kathryn Grimm and Special Guest Lady Kat on Wednesday, April 6 starting at 7 p.m. at 64 Taphouse in Hood River. Tickets are available on 64 Taphouse Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/sixty4oz/
Stephanie Trick & Paolo Alderighi at Civic April 25
Tickets are on sale now for “the most engaging piano duo” featuring Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi at The Dalles Civic Auditorium on Monday, April 25, at 7 p.m. Critics say “this husband-and-wife team blends impeccable technique and mature musicality with humor and showmanship. As pioneers in the use of four-hands piano, they have earned widespread success with their unique arrangements of Broadway and Hollywood classics.”
Voci Community Choir concert April 8, 10
Join the a capella Voci Choir for a “knee-slapping, warm-feeling” program as they present “We’re Bound Away: Folk Music of the Americas” on Friday, April 8 (7 p.m.) and Sunday, April 10 (2 p.m.) at Hood River’s Riverside Community Church. The concert will be conducted by Corin Parker and will feature special guest performers. Tickets at https://www.gorgeorchestra.org/
Last Chance Dance April 10
Join the CGOA Jazz Collective Big Band on Sunday, April 10,for their last concert and dance of the season at the Hood River Elks Lodge. Don't get left out, come join the fun. 7 p.m. start time.
