GET PUMPED for Entertainment this Thanksgiving; Al Hare goes Wild Turkey at Bargeway Nov.23
This Week in Gorge Entertainment
By Jim Drake
Live Music at Bargeway Pub
Isaac Olson at Bargeway on Saturday, Nov. 26
Bargeway Pub in The Dalles hosts live music from local and regional bands.
Wednesday, Nov. 23, Al Hare Wild Turkey Day Party, 6 p.m.
Every Thursday - Local Legends, 6 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 25, Jeff Carrell Bad Santa Party, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 26, Isaac Olson (Pictured), 6 p.m.
Every Saturday & Sunday - BB Lake Band, 1 p.m.
Every Sunday - Reddy Black Trio, 5 p.m.
Comedian Storyteller Bennett at Bingen Theater
Jon Bennett bringing some big laughs with ‘Fire in the Meth Lab’
It’s an evening of Storytelling and Comedy at the Bingen Theater with “Fire in the Meth Lab,” on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 16-17, with renowned Australian storyteller Jon Bennett (NPR, Just For Laughs). Bennett tells the “amazingly sordid and bizarre story of his brother’s life and recounts his brother’s experiences with both charismatic hilarity and heart-warming, poignant reflection.” Bennett will be performing at the Granada in The Dalles on Dec. 16 and at the Bingen Theater on Dec. 17. Presented by D&D Comedy and Big Britches Productions. Tickets available for the Bingen show at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dd-comedy-big-britches-productions-present-fire-in-the-meth-lab-tickets-448957362557?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Tickets available for the Granada show at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dd-comedy-presents-fire-in-the-meth-lab-tickets-469465783797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Live music at Working Hands Beer
Working Hands Beer in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Wednesday, Nov. 23, Thanksgiving Eve Karaoke, 7 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 25, Robert Meade, (Pictured) 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 26, Brigid’s Crossing, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 3, Santa Paws benefit for Hood River Adopt-a-Dog
Sunday, Dec. 4, Open Mic hosted by Tim Decker, 6 p.m.
Live Music at The Pines
The Pines Tasting Room in Hood River announces more live music on Sundays from 3-5 p.m. with a cast of rotating musical artists from around The Gorge. Live music continues Fridays, from 6-9 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 25, Brigid’s Crossing
Sunday, Nov. 27, Dan Boller
Kathryn Claire in concert
Portland musician Kathryn Claire presents a “Winter Songs” concert on Friday, Dec. 9, at 7 p.m. at The Dalles UCC Church in The Dalles. Claire’s recent EP “Winter Songs,” features a new Winter Solstice song “Dark of December.” The show will feature guest musicians Sid Ditson and Don Henson. “Claire is a violinist, guitar player, singer, and songwriter. She has toured, performed and taught music extensively in the US, Japan, The Netherlands, India, Belgium and France.” Tickets are $10-$20 suggested donation at the door.
ABOUT THE SHOW & MUSICIANS:
Winter Songs is a show inspired by the season with music to honor the shortest days and longest nights. Weaving together songs, instrumentals, traditional and original music and a few covers, Kathryn Claire invites the audience to join together in celebration of the season. Kathryn Claire has been doing a seasonal winter show since 2013 working with a variety of artists. In 2018, Don Henson joined her for Winter Songs on piano and percussion before incorporating Sid Ditson on violin and viola in 2019. The blend of this trio is stunning and their energy together is joyful and heartfelt. Having taken the past two years off due to the pandemic, Kathryn, Sid and Don are thrilled to be reunited for this show and will be releasing an EP featuring music Kathryn wrote specifically for the show.
Festival Of Trees Gala returns
Mid-Columbia Health Foundation is happy to present the 2022 Festival of Trees Gala and Silent Auction on Friday, Dec. 2, at The Dalles Civic Auditorium in The Dalles. Doors open at 6 p.m., Auction starts at 7 p.m. This ticketed event features complimentary champagne toast and Hors d’Oeuvres, and a No-Host Bar. Proceeds from this year’s event benefit MCMC’s Nursing Scholarship Funds and Patient Assistance Funds, including the Celilo Cancer Center Fund. A Community Open House all-ages event happens on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Tickets at:
https://mcmc.net/foundation/events/festival-of-trees/donate-now/
Holiday Open House at History Museum
The History Museum of Hood River County presents the Holiday Open House on Saturday, Dec. 10, from 2-4 p.m. Festive cheer abounds at this annual event - listen to seasonal music by the Trombone Trio and a capella singing group Harmony of the Gorge. Savor hot chocolate and cookies while exploring the museum - it’s a free event for the whole family.
‘I Love You Again’ screens at Granada Theater
The Granada Theater in The Dalles presents 1940 classic “I Love You Again,” Friday and Saturday, Nov. 25-26, doors open at 5:30, show at 6 p.m. This American comedy stars iconic movie couple Myrna Loy and William Powell. Critics say “It’s a Must See hilarious movie with a dynamic on-screen couple.”
Live Music at Zim’s
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles presents live local music.
Tuesday, Nov. 22, Taps & Tunes with The Reddy Black Trio, 7 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 25, Got Your Six Veteran Band, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 26, Gunshy, 7 p.m.
Family Movies at The Dalles Library
Tuesday, Nov. 22. Family Movie Matinee: Goonies, 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 23, Family Movie Matinee: Short Circuit, 3:30 p.m.
Thanksgiving Holiday: Closed Nov. 24-26
Call for Artists at HR Library
The Hood River Library is looking for artists to display their work for 1-2 months in the Hood River Library’s Jeanne Marie Gaulke Community Meeting Room. Please send all inquiries to Mo Burford; email mo@hoodriverlibrary.org
Dancing with the Gorge Stars returns
Six local Gorge "stars" will compete for your votes at the Dancing with the Gorge Stars fundraiser event for the Mid Columbia Community Concert Association on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at The Dalles High School, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets at:
https://www.midcolumbiacommunityconcerts.org/events/dancing-with-the-gorge-stars
About The Event
Like the reality TV dance show, our contestants learn a dance routine prior to show time. But in this show, the competitors are our friends and neighbors from the Gorge area. Paired with a professional dancer from the Utah Ballroom Dance Co., they have one week to learn and perfect their routines before performing on stage before a live audience. Video highlights of the rehearsals are shown during the event to showcase how far each contestant has come in just one week.
Christmas Pops with the Voci Community Choir
Enjoy Holiday Pop Classics, a Sing-a-long and more with the Voci Community Choir presenting “Christmas Pops,” on Friday, Dec. 9, and Sunday, Dec. 11, at the Wy'east Middle School Performing Arts Center in Odell. Tickets available at:
ReZound at The Dalles Eagles
The Dalles Eagles presents live music from Rezound, Vancouver’s premier Dance-cover band on Saturday, Nov. 26, from 8-11 p.m. at The Dalles Eagles. Members and Guests only.
The Hood River Show at HR Elks
The Hood River Comedy Show returns to the Hood River Elks on Friday, Dec. 2, at 8:30 p.m. with a performance from headliner Luke Severeid, Julia Corral and Hannah G.
“Audiences say Luke Severeid is a “Molotov cocktail of absurdity” and his fellow comedians have often described him as “What a comedian living with rabies would be like.”
Tickets at the door, 21 and over only.
Music at Kickstand Coffee
Hood River’s Kickstand Coffee is bringing live music to the stage with Live Music Wednesdays, from 6-8 p.m.
Nov. 23, Tim Decker, 6-8 p.m.
Nov. 30, Garret Brennan, 6-8 p.m.
Dec. 7, Gary Reed, 6-8 p.m.
Dec. 14, Matthew McCravey, 6-8 p.m.
Live music at Trout Lake Hall
Known back in the day as the Trout Lake Inn, Trout Lake Hall in Trout Lake, Washington is working to bring live music back to the Historic building’s stage.
Friday, Nov. 25, DJ Rescue with Zia McCabe, 6 p.m. Free show
Saturday, Nov. 26, Patsy Cline Tribute Night - A night of Patsy Cline to honor one of the greatest country music singers of our time spearheaded by Lindsie Feathers., 6 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 2, Greenneck Daredevils with Quattlebaum, 7 p.m. Free Show
For tickets and more info visit: https://www.troutlakehall.com/
United Way Rock the Holidays
The annual benefit for United Way of the Columbia Gorge with rock violinist Aaron Meyer and band returns on Sunday, Dec. 11, to the Best Western Plus Hood River Inn in Hood River with two shows: A kids concert at 1 p.m. and a second concert at 4 p.m. VIP Preferred, General Admission and Kids (12 & under) ticket options at the door. Advance tickets at Waucoma Bookstore or email unitedwayofthecolumbiagorge@gmail.com
Pictures with Santa at Westside Fire
Enjoy a Pictures with Santa event at Hood River’s Westside Fire Station (4250 Barrett Drive) on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s a Free event, but donations are accepted as a fundraiser for the Leo Phillips Scholarship fund. More info at www.westsidefire.com
Jazz Collective at Granada
The Jazz Collective Big Band makes an appearance at the Historic Granada Theater in The Dalles on Friday, Dec. 2, starting at 7 p.m. Expect to dance to great jazz and holiday music of the Big Band Era. Tickets at the door or www.gorgeorchestra.org
The Standing returns to River City
Outlaw Stomp Grass outfit The Standing returns to the River City Saloon in Hood River on Friday, Dec. 2. Music starts at 8 p.m.
Silent Auction benefit at HR Elks
The Hood River Elks presents a Lasagna Dinner and Silent Auction and Bake Sale benefit for Bobby Whitecotton family on Saturday, Dec. 10, starting at 5 p.m. Proceeds will be donated for medical expenses.
Downtown Family Night in The Dalles
The Dalles Civic Auditorium presents Downtown Family Night in The Dalles on Friday, Nov. 25, starting at 7:30 p.m. Activities include movie night with a showing of "The Grinch", family sleigh rides, Christmas card making, letters to Santa, cookie Decorating, and a Paint Night session with Denae Mannion. Sponsored by JD Smith Jewelers and Domino's Pizza.
Sunshine Mill Drive In Movies
Drive-In Movies are back at Sunshine Mill in The Dalles. Ticket price is per car and venue limited to 39 cars.
Friday, Nov. 25, Elf
Saturday, Nov. 26, A Christmas Story
Live Music at Last Stop Saloon
Last Stop Saloon in The Dalles features live music with local favorites and NW regional bands.
Monday Nights: Al Hare, 7-9 p.m.
Tuesday Nights: Jeff Carrel, 7-9 p.m.
Thursday Nights: Jeff Minnick, 8-11 p.m.
‘Gifted’ Mills Family Art Auction at CCA
Columbia Center of the Arts in Hood River presents “Gifted - A Mills Family Art Auction” to the gallery with an opening reception on Friday, Dec. 2, starting at 5:30 p.m. The show features art from the collection of the Kate and Jack Mills family which was generously ‘gifted’ to Columbia Center Arts. Over one-hundred pieces of art spanning 100 years will be featured in the gallery as well as pieces of memorabilia and jewelry. In addition, art from Sally Bills Bailey, Peggy Dills, sculptor Roxanne Swentzell, Eugene Bennett, H.F. Wentz and Rafa Fernandez. Music in the lobby provided by pianist Tim Mayer. Silent auction starts at 6 p.m. All proceeds benefit CCA.
Music, women’s open mics at White Buffalo
Coming up at the White Buffalo Wine Bar in Hood River:
Thursday, Dec. 15, Women’s Open Mic with Lesley Saunders, 6 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.
Nov. 21, Kerry Williams (Acoustic-Folk)
Nov. 28, Erisy Watt (Indie-Folk)
