Gorge jammed and jammin': C Notes start it off in TD Nov. 9
This Week In Gorge Entertainment
By Jim Drake
The Four C Notes at Civic Nov. 9
Mid-Columbia Community Concert Association presents The Four C Notes on Wednesday, Nov. 9 at The Dalles Civic Auditorium in The Dalles. Doors open at 6 p.m., show begins at 7 p.m.
The Four C Notes are the Midwest's only group dedicated to recreating the sound of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The concert will feature songs by the group whose popularity was reignited by the Broadway show “Jersey Boys.” The Four C Notes are led by John Michael Coppola, who appeared in Chicago's long-running sit-down production of the Broadway smash. The tribute features favorite hits including: "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Walk Like a Man," "Workin' My Way Back to You, (Babe)," "Can't Take My Eyes Off of You," "Let's Hang On," and many, many, more.
Mr. Coppola, who understudied the role of Frankie Valli during the nearly three-year run of the Chicago production, started The Four C Notes in 2013. "I was asked to create a 30-minute set for a wedding performed to music tracks. I hired three friends of mine from the Chicago theater and music scene, and it sort of took off from there," says Coppola. "It was as if the universe said 'Yes! Go with that instinct.' The show has grown to 90 minutes and we've been busy ever since, having been blessed to perform at public and private events all over the country.”
Tickets are available at Klindt’s Booksellers, Lines of Designs, online at www.mccca.info, or at the door.
Live Music at Bargeway Pub
Bargeway Pub in The Dalles hosts live music from local and regional bands.
Wednesday, Nov. 9, Trevor Tagle, 6 p.m.
Every Thursday - Local Legends, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 12, Street Value, 6 p.m.
Every Saturday & Sunday - BB Lake Band, 1 p.m.
Every Sunday - Reddy Black Trio, 5 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.
Thursday, Nov. 10, Wanderlodge, (Country rock), 6 p.m. (Free show)
Friday, Nov. 11, Polyrhythmics (Funk Soul), 7 p.m. (Ticketed show)
Saturday, Nov. 12, Never Come Down w/ Chicken S#!T Gamblers (Bluegrass), 6 p.m.
For tickets and more info visit: https://www.troutlakehall.com/
‘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.
Superhero for Christmas Book Launch
Join local author Heidi Burke for a Q & A at The Dalles Library to celebrate her newest book, "A Superhero for Christmas," on Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 5:30 p.m. “H. L. Burke is the author of multiple fantasy novels including the ‘Supervillain Rehabilitation Project Series,’ ‘Spellsmith & Carver Steampunk’ series, and ‘Ashen.’ She is an admirer of the whimsical, a follower of the Light, and a believer in happily ever after.”
Music, women’s open mics at White Buffalo
Coming up at the White Buffalo Wine Bar in Hood River:
Thursday, Nov. 10, Heart & Hammer (Folk), 6 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 17, Women’s Open Mic with Lesley Saunders, 6 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 15, Women’s Open Mic with Lesley Saunders, 6 p.m.
‘A Man Called Adam’ screens at Granada
The Granada Theater in The Dalles brings the 1966 musical drama “A Man Called Adam,” on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 11-12. Starring Sammy Davis Jr.,Louis Armstrong, Mel Torme and Frank Sinatra the film depicts the struggles of a talented jazz musician. Doors open 5:30 p.m., show at 6 p.m.
The Lowest Pair at Ruins
The Ruins in Hood River welcomes The Lowest Pair on Friday, Nov. 18. Folk duo The Lowest Pair (Kendl Winter and Palmer T. Lee) “are two kindred spirits who first met on the banks of the Mississippi while touring the Midwest festival circuit.” With main instruments clawhammer banjo and acoustic guitar, expect songs from the latest album “The Perfect Plan.” Tickets at: https://www.tickettomato.com/event/7780/the-lowest-pair-full-band-at-the-ruins
Snow Show at Fun Country
An Open House Snow Show happens on Saturday, Nov. 19, starting at 11 a.m. at Fun Country Power Sports in The Dalles. Get ready to see gear for winter, enter to win great raffle prizes, a beer garden and live music from Kenny Olsen and Jeff Carrell.
November Marketplace at Civic Auditorium
The Dalles Civic Auditorium announces the November Marketplace on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Santa will be dropping off a mailbox for kids of all ages to get their Wish List to him, plus several local vendors to help you check everyone off your holiday shopping list. Shop local for that one of a kind gift.
Live Music at Zim’s
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles presents live local music.
Friday, Nov. 11, Cheyenne West and Silvarado, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 12, Reddy Black Trio, 7 p.m.
Author Talks hosted by The Dalles Library
Virtual Author Talks is a series of author interviews hosted by The Dalles Library and the Library Speakers Consortium. Sign up to join in these informative online seminars with Notable and Best Selling authors. Thursday, Nov. 10, “Lessons in Chemistry,” by Bonnie Garmus, 11 a.m.
https://libraryc.org/wascocountylibrary/20349/register
Tuesday, Nov. 15, “How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race: Practical Tools for Necessary Change in the Workplace and Beyond,” by Kwame Christian, 9 a.m.
https://libraryc.org/wascocountylibrary/21285/register
Makerspace Crafting at HR Library
Crafting Hours in the Makerspace at the Hood River County Library happens Tues-Thurs from 2-7 p.m.; Friday from 2-6 p.m.; and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Live music at Working Hands Beer
Working Hands Beer in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Thursday, Nov. 10, Team Trivia Night, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 11, Erisy Watt (Pictured) accompanied by Jeremy Ferrara, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 12, Eric Kallio (Acoustic Folk), 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 13, Open Mic hosted by Tim Decker, 6 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 18, Freehugger (Acoustic Folk), 7:30 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. 11, Grateful Growlers
Sunday, Nov. 13, Dan Boller
Friday, Nov. 18, Erisy Watt
Sunday, Nov. 20, Dave Henehan and Tim Mayer
Friday, Nov. 25, Brigid’s Crossing
Lisa Mann at 64 oz. Taphouse
Blues phenom Lisa Mann and guitarist JT Thomas bring the dance grooves to 64 oz. Taphouse in Hood River on Wednesday, Nov. 16. Music starts at 7 p.m.
Comedy Night at the Bingen Theater
Alex Falcone (2018 Portland’s Funniest Person, Late Show with Stephen Colbert) headlines Comedy Night at the Bingen Theater on Friday, Nov. 18. Show includes support from Jeremiah Coughlan. Tickets at:
Art, quilts at White Salmon Library
White Salmon Library celebrates the “Unique Boxes” of DR Hoffman on display through November. More than 25 quilts are featured in the "Quilted Reflections of the Gorge" exhibit in the library's Sprint/Baker Gallery.
Silent Auction continues at TD Art Center
Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield’s recent art (created at a live performance at Zion Lutheran Church) is up for bid in a silent auction at The Dalles Art Center - bidding closes on Friday, Nov. 11. All proceeds will be dedicated to local cultural programming.
Gorge Sinfonietta presents ‘Nights of Romance’
Billed as the Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association’s “biggest, boldest and most emotion-filled program ever,” the Gorge Sinfonietta presents “Nights of Romance” featuring piano soloist Mitchell Jett Spencer and the Columbia Gorge Dance Academy on Friday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. at Wy’east Middle School’s Performing Arts Center in Odell.
Tickets for the Nights of Romance are $25 for adults ($15 for CGOA members), $5 for youth ages 10-17, and free for kids under 10. There will be a limited number of $5 tickets for those with SNAP or Oregon Trail Cards. Tickets are available through CGOA’s website: gorgeorchestra.org.
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. 7, Scot & Rebecca (Folk-Rock)
Nov. 14, Chris Baron (Folk-Funk)
Nov. 21, Kerry Williams (Acoustic-Folk)
Nov. 28, Erisy Watt (Indie-Folk)
Music at Double Mountain
Double Mountain Brewery in Hood River welcomes local and regional acts to the stage:
Friday, Nov. 11, Comedy Night with Michael Glazmaier and Alex Kaufman, 8 p.m.
Laser Tag at Hood River Library
It’s Laser Tag Night at the Hood River County Library on Friday, Nov 18, starting at 6 p.m. You get the chance to “run wild in the library and attack your friends.” Teens ages 12 to 20 can sign up. Snacks and game equipment will be provided. Limit 20 participants. Register at:
‘Wizard of Oz’ auditions scheduled
The Dalles Civic Auditorium presents “The Wizard of Oz Jr.” auditions coming up Monday and Tuesday, November 7-8, from 4-6 p.m. For more information call Gail at 360-880-6642.
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.
Sense of Place lectures return
Sense of Place lectures return to the Columbia Center for the Arts in Hood River. “Sense of Place features presenters with a unique knowledge of the Columbia River Gorge and who consider the natural, cultural, and political history that has shaped this place. The presenters can include scientists, tribal members, authors, farmers, and many others from throughout the Pacific Northwest. The information and stories shared at these talks deepen our understanding of the Gorge and strengthen our connection to the landscape and to each other.”
Tickets at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sense-of-place-season-13-tickets-396034308277
Wednesday, Nov. 9: “Nancy Russell’s Legacy at Cape Horn: Inside a National Scenic Area Campaign,” with Bowen Blair
Wednesday, Dec. 7: “The Iconic Mitchell Point Tunnel Returns!” with Tova Peltz & Kevin Price
The Artists of the Gorge Exhibit at Stevenson Library
The 43rd Annual Artists of the Gorge Exhibit is on display through Oct. 31 at the Stevenson Community Library. Twenty artists from The Gorge have been selected to this juried show and the public can vote in person or online for the People’s Choice Award.
View the exhibit and vote online at https://www.fvrl.org/artists-gorge.
Anastasia The Musical at HRVHS
The Hood River Valley High School Theater Dept. presents Anastasia The Musical at the high school’s Bowe Theater. 7 p.m. evening performances continue Nov. 11, 12. Tickets at:
https://hrvhs-theatre.ticketleap.com/anastasia/
Kaleidoscope open at TDAC
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The Dalles Art Center presents a new exhibit: Kaleidoscope, by Sally Ann Kortge. The show runs through Nov. 12. “A Kaleidoscope is an instrument containing loose bits of colored material that change position to create an endless variety of patterns. Sally Ann operates as an instrument in bringing color, form, and material together in unexpected and creative ways. The immediacy and vibrancy in which she lives is infused into the artwork that she creates. As a self-described folk artist, Sally Ann has used an urgency of life created after surviving cancer to fully express her exuberant creativity that has been with her since childhood.” Her work has been described as fitting into the canon of non-conformers such as James Castle.
