Gorgewide Gig Guide: Bargeway serenades Seniors with Sinatra and Salisbury on Sunday
Bargeway Pub & Catering’s Entertainment Weekly
By Jim Drake at gorgeentertainment@gmail.com
Welcome to another exciting week of Bargeway’s Gorge Entertainment! If you’re keeping up with the Weather, there’s a Tornado of Entertainment Happening! Grab onto the nearest Event and Hold On!
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Senior Sundays start at Bargeway Pub
Hamburger Steak & Frank Sinatra anyone? Bargeway Pub presents Senior Sundays at The Dalles’ premier music venue.
Indulge in some of the classics like Hamburger Steak, Chicken Fried Steak, or Salisbury Steak. Musician Al Hare will serenade you by performing some of the iconic hits from musicians such as Elvis & Johnny Cash.
Menu specials are available starting at 4 p.m. and Music by Al plays at 6 p.m.
Oh that is genius…
I hear the steak a-comin', it's rolling 'round the bend
And I ain't seen the sunshine since I don't know when
That’s just one slice of the savory Salisbury stir at the Bargeway this week:
Friday, Jan. 12 - Whiskey Villains, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 13 - Dave Tallman, 6 p.m.
And don’t forget about NFL Wild Card Weekend.
TVs will be dialed on Saturday and Sunday for the gridiron crush.
Saturday, Jan. 13
AFC: 1:30 p.m. (5) Cleveland Browns at (4) Houston Texans
AFC: 5 p.m. (6) Miami Dolphins at (3) Kansas City Chiefs
Sunday, Jan. 14
Bargeway opens at 10 AM. Sunday. Come claim your spot to watch your favorite team.
NFL TICKET, 1/2 PRICE WINGS, 32 BEERS ON TAP, CANDIED BACON BLOODY MARY
AFC: 10:00 a.m. (7) Pittsburgh Steelers at (2) Buffalo Bills
NFC: 1:30 p.m. (7) Green Bay Packers at (2) Dallas Cowboys (2)
NFC: 5 p.m. (6) Los Angeles Rams at (3) Detroit Lions
The Stars Are Out This Week in The Dalles - Details below!
Psychedelic Get Down at Bingen Theater
The Bingen Theater presents the Psychedelic Get Down, featuring three bands on Saturday, Jan. 20, starting at 7 p.m. SPOOb! Starts at 7:30 p.m., followed by The Groove Cabin at 9 p.m., and Henry Fields and the Electric Yes at 11 p.m. Tickets available at:
https://www.bigbritches.org/psychedelic-get-down-tickets
About the show
Step into the portal of sensory exploration as the Bingen Theater transforms into a psychedelic haven, where the vibrations of three stellar bands collide in a cosmic dance. Join us for an intergalactic soirée that transcends the ordinary and propels you into the vast realms of auditory and visual ecstasy.
301 Gallery announces 2024 Art Show Schedule
301 Gallery in Hood River announces its 2024 art show schedule with Gorge artists and other special events. The gallery is open every day 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
301 Gallery Art Show Schedule 2024
JANUARY: Artists bring in New Work
FEBRUARY: Local Color
Paintings by Charlene Rivers, a Parkdale artist, are big, bright, and colorful!
SPECIAL EVENT: Sugar Soiree (February 9)
featuring splendid desserts ahead of the sweet Valentine’s season. Delicious!
MARCH: Beyond the Block
Members of the Gorge Quilters Guild share their amazing work.
APRIL / MAY: Taking Shape
3D Explorations in Clay and Fiber. Artists include Karen Thurman, Rose Covert, and Victoria Christen.
JUNE: BUZZ! The Pollination Show
featuring Sally Gilchrist, Polly Wood, Joanna Kaufman, and Karen Lynn.
SPECIAL EVENT: First Friday (June 7)
Featured guests Kristin Currin and Drew Merritt, owners of Humble Roots Nursery, who will talk about their newly published book, “The Pacific Northwest Plant Primer,” featured on Cultivating Place Podcast with Jennifer Jewel.
JULY: A show focused on gouache painting, featuring Aaron Cordell Johnson, Tiffanie Mang, Scott Gellatly, Mike Hernandez, and 301 Gallery members Cathleen Rehfeld and Sally Reichmuth.
AUGUST / SEPTEMBER: INSPIRED!
See works by up to twenty artists in response to the magnificence of the Columbia River Gorge. Artist list to be announced soon!
OCTOBER: Big Art
A perennial favorite that will feature larger works by member and guest artists.
NOVEMBER / DECEMBER: Cozy Home Show
features tableware for the holidays. Beautiful and functional ceramics by member and guest artists.
Boot Juice at The Ruins
The Ruins in Hood River presents Americana band Boot Juice on Saturday, Jan. 20, at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. This will be an indoor show. Tickets available at:
About the Band
"Boot Juice hails from the Hills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in Northern California. The band features electric and acoustic guitars, three vocalists, bass, drums, saxophone and trumpet.
Inspired by the likes of The Band and Railroad Earth with an intensely energetic show reminiscent of Talking Heads, Boot Juice has been gaining buzz with their vibrant performances and party-sparking reputation. Shifting effortlessly between driving bluegrass and americana into cosmic rock’n’roll and swing. They deliver three part vocal harmonies and dynamic instrumental arrangements with a sultry dose of blues and soul. The collective effect leaves crowds little choice but to shake it down on the dance floor.”
Live Music at Grateful Vineyard
Grateful Vineyard in Mt. Hood presents the Rock in the Vines Music Series. All ages are welcome, friendly dogs on leashes too. No cover charge.
Sunday, Jan. 14, Chic Preston & Friends, 3-5 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 21, Chic Preston & Friends, 3-5 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 28, Chic Preston & Friends, 3-5 p.m.
‘Mully’ at Granada Theater
The Granada Theater in The Dalles presents a screening of “Mully,” on Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 6 p.m. Admission is $7 at the door.
“The rags-to-riches story of Charles Mully, one-time Kenyan business tycoon turned founder of Mully Children's Family, the largest children's rescue, rehabilitation and development organization in Africa.”
Hood River Show returns to HR Elks
The Hood River Comedy Show returns to the Hood River Elks Lodge on Friday, Jan. 12, starting at 8:30 p.m. with comedian headliner Andrew Sleighter. Tickets available at:
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-hood-river-show-tickets-789885527877
About the show
Comedian Andrew Sleighter returns to the Hood River Elks Lodge! He's been on Conan, Last Comic Standing and he was last in Hood River in Dec of 2021. He absolutely crushed it last time and we're so excited to have him back! A friend of the show, Marietje Hauprich, will return as well. Marietje performs regularly at Helium Comedy Club and shows and festivals all over the country. We'll start the show with comedian Ikes! Ikes is an absolute gem and we can't wait to see him on stage!
Live Music at The Pines
The Pines Tasting Room in Hood River hosts live music featuring local and regional musicians.
Friday, Jan. 12, Megan Alder, 6-9 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 13, Wine Club Members Party, 3-5 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 14, TBA, 3-5 p.m.
Amber and The Pale Ales
Friday, Jan. 19, Amber and The Pale Ales, 6-9 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 21, TBA, 3-5 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 26, Rich and Blonde, 6-9 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 28, TBA, 3-5 p.m.
Hoodoo Johnson at 64oz Taphouse
64oz Taphouse in Hood River presents blues rock from Hoodoo Johnson on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 7 p.m. “Who’s ready for some Rock n Roll? We are super excited to have Hoodoo Johnson back for some movin’ and grooving. Get ready to dance your feet off!”
Comedy Night at Bingen Theater
D&D Comedy and Big Britches Productions Present Comedy Night at the Bingen Theater with headliner act Andrew Rivers on Friday, Jan. 12, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at:
About the show
“Andrew Rivers’ very personal and fun storytelling comedy, combined with his exemplary work ethic has earned him high praise from some of the best comedians in the business. Andrew is a regular opener for Christopher Titus and has toured across North America and Europe with Steve Hofstetter. Andrew was rejected from Netflix and The Tonight Show and was cut from a bad standup show NBC did a few years ago, too. But his comedy specials from Dry Bar Comedy and The Laugh Button have millions of views on Youtube anyway.”
Last Stop Saloon celebrates
Last Stop Saloon in The Dalles is celebrating five years in business - Friday, Jan. 19, 6-9 p.m. “We’re saying cheers to FIVE years in business! On this special occasion we’ve planned a fun night of local live music with James Andrews, free swag and samples, food & drink specials. We hope you’ll stop in and join us—because you, our amazing customers, are the ones who keep giving us reasons to celebrate!”
Live Music at Trout Lake Hall
Trout Lake Hall in Trout Lake, Washington is bringing live music back to the Historic building’s stage.
Friday, Jan. 12, Louder Than Brad, Rock Band from White Salmon, Free Show, 6.p.m. Doors / 7 p.m. Show, All Ages
Louder Than Brad
Louder Than Brad is a rock band from White Salmon, Wash. Jim, Craig, Ben, and Chris cover and twist your favorites from ABBA to Radiohead, Bowie to Lorde. Their roots are in alternative rock, but they branch into punked-up folk and country classics or driving indie pop. Whether it’s a loud outdoor summer setting or an intimate acoustic set in a smaller space, audiences connect with creative takes on familiar favorites so they can really let loose.
Saturday, Jan. 13, The Lowest Pair (Full Band), String Roots. Americana. Folk. Poetic Lyrics, $15 Advance // $18 Day Of Show, 6 p.m. Doors / 7 p.m. Show, All Ages
The Lowest Pair
During the spring and summer of 2020, The Lowest Pair (Kendl Winter and Palmer T. Lee) found themselves camping and sharing songs around the fire with two dear friends and incredible musicians: Adam Roszkiewicz and Leif Karlstrom of the instrumental duo “Small Town Therapy”. Founding members of the progressive string band Front Country, multi-instrumentalists Adam and Leif bring a new dynamic palette of colors to Kendl and Palmer’s own instrumental prowess and expressive lyricism.
More information and tickets at: https://www.troutlakehall.com/
Live Music at Solera Brewery
Solera Brewery in Parkdale brings local and regional music to the stage.
Thursday, Jan. 11, Obscura Jazz Quartet, 6-8:30 p.m. No cover charge.
“The Obscura Jazz Quartet will be playing classic jazz from the 50’s & 60’s in the style of Miles Davis, John Coltrane & Wayne Shorter at Parkdale’s top jazz club. And if the winter weather has you wishing for a tropical get- away, we’re going to feature a handful of songs influenced by the warm tropical waters of Brazil, Cuba and Puerto Rico to help warm your bones.”
Line Dance at Mid Columbia Senior Center
Starting in January, the Line Dance class at the Mid Columbia Senior Center will move to Tuesdays at 3 p.m. in the dining room. Dance instructor Ruth will lead this class every week as long as the class has enough attendance to keep it going. Come on out and Dance and support the Center!
Don’t Let the Eagles Down: Eagle Watch at The Dalles Dam Visitor Center
Join The Dalles Dam Visitor Center for the annual Eagle Watch on Saturday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. This is the time when the public is invited to marvel at and learn about majestic-as-heck bald eagles as they feast and roost in the Columbia River Gorge. The U.S. Forest Service, Rowena Wildlife Clinic, Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum, and Perch Wildlife Education will be there to answer questions about bald eagles and present live demonstrations of other raptor species.
The Dalles Dam Visitor Center will also be open every Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., during the month of January for eagle viewing (subject to weather.)
More info: http://www.nwp.usace.army.mil/.../the-dalles-dam-hosts.../
Team Trivia Night at The Ruins
The Ruins in Hood River announces a new Team Trivia night and the next session is on Wednesday, Jan. 10, at 6:30 p.m. Teams up to six people can play and solo players are encouraged to attend and join up. Hosted by Julie Hatfield, Team Trivia Night will feature high quality audio and video projection systems. There will be cash prizes for the best teams, and prizes for the worst answer. $5 cover charge.
Upcoming Team Trivia Night sessions:
Jan. 10, Jan. 24, Jan. 31, Feb. 14
Allman Brothers Tribute at Granada Theater
The Granada Theater in The Dalles presents an Allman Brothers Tribute band with “One Way Out,” on Saturday, Jan. 27, at 7 p.m. The band plans to film the concert as part of a rock video project, so the venue encourages the audience to Dress the Part. Tickets available at:
https://checkout.square.site/buy/ABGTEJRE33AKSWZXCFXZEPAA
About the Band
“One Way Out is a Portland-based 8-member band, committed solely to paying musical tribute to the Allman Brothers Band, including the solo and session efforts of Duane, Gregg, and Dickie. One Way Out stays true to the great studio and live performances of the Allman Brothers, capturing that high level of interplay and spirited improvisation that made them famous and arguably the greatest live band of their time.
NOTE: One Way Out is shooting a Rock Video - come be a part of a real music video shoot! Dress like a million bucks to make sure you are featured in the video!
Live Music at Double Mountain
Double Mountain Brewery in Hood River brings local and regional music to the stage.
Wednesdays starting Jan. 10, Humpday Trivia with Whikki, sign-up 5:30 p.m.
Night Farmers
Thursday, Jan. 11, Dumpster Joe & The Boys, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 12, The Night Farmers, 7:30 p.m.
Countryside Ride
Saturday, Jan. 20, Countryside Ride, 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 25, Lisa James & Rain Ezra, 6:30 p.m.
TD Art Center Events
The Revive/Recirculate Art Show Sale takes place Jan. 24-28.
The Dalles Art Center is cleaning out the cellar, and collectors and thrifty shoppers will appreciate this unique art sale.
The Garden Show art submission process is happening now for the upcoming Garden Show at The Dalles Art Center.
For details:
https://www.thedallesartcenter.org/events/the-garden-show-artist-submission
Live Music at Zim’s
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles presents live local music.
Tuesday, Jan. 9, Reddy Black Trio, 7-9:30 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 12, Peppa Jam, 7-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 13, Andrew Matthews Band, 7-9:30 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 19, Got Your Six - Veteran Band, 7-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 20, Tracy Klas & Jeff Carrell, 7-9:30 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 26, Walk Through Fire (fka The New Prohibitions), 7-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 27, Rezound, 7-9:30 p.m.
Andrew Matthews Band
Clubs meet at TD Library
Bookclubs and more meet at The Dalles Library:
Rebecca Serle
Wednesday, Jan. 10, Online conversation with author Rebecca Serle (Famous in Love series), 5 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 11, Pride Book Club, 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 10, Adventure Readers Book Club, 3 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 13, Virtual Batting Practice, 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 23, The Happiness Book Club, 6 p.m.
Hood River Library events
The Hood River County Library presents bookclubs, movie nights, and more.
Friday, Jan. 12, Magic the Gathering, 4 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 20, Family Movie Matinee, 2 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 26, Magic the Gathering, 4 p.m.
Adult Chess League starts
Working Hands Fermentation in Hood River is hosting an Adult Chess League starting Friday, Jan. 12, at 6:30 p.m. League play continues to Feb. 9. Sign up through Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation:
Chamber Music at HR Valley Christian Church
Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association presents an Afternoon of Chamber Music on Sunday, Jan. 21, at 2 p.m. at Hood River Valley Christian Church in Hood River. The concert will feature an engaging variety of music performed by local musicians. Performers include a brass ensemble from the Sinfonietta, solo piano music by Ravel performed by CGOA favorite Mitchell Jet Spencer, the Riverside Chancel Choir singing music by Eric Whitacre, a Shostakovich piano trio…and even a bagpiper, which may be a first for CGOA.
The event promises “an afternoon of intimate Chamber Music performed by CGOA musicians and special guests.” Admission is by donation at the door.
Auditions for Bat Boy announced
Auditions for the CGOA Stages production of BAT BOY THE MUSICAL will be Saturday, Jan. 27 and Monday, Jan. 29 at the Columbia Center for the Arts in Hood River. Full details at:
‘Art History’ classes at Mid Columbia Senior Center
The Mid Columbia Senior Center in The Dalles presents “A Little History of Art,” an art class with artist Kerry Cobb. Classes begin Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 10 a.m. in the Deschutes Room and continue Tuesdays Feb. 13, Mar. 12, April 9, May 14, June 11, and July 9. To register, please call the center or sign up at the front desk. This class is based on the Charlotte Mullins book “A Little History of Art” and is available to purchase online or at local booksellers. You do not need to read the book to attend and enjoy the class.
Live Music at Phelps Creek Vineyard
Phelps Creek Vineyard in Hood River presents live jazz in the tasting room on Thursdays, 5-7 p.m., with the All Jazz Considered band.
Dionne Warwick in concert April 13
Boeing and The Hood River County Education Foundation present: Dionne Warwick on Saturday, April 13, in a fundraising concert at the Hood River Middle School. All ages show. Tickets on sale Jan. 5 at:
https://www.tickettomato.com/event/8389/boeing-and-hrcef-present-mdash-dionne-warwick-main-floor
About the artist
While Dionne was performing background with the Drifters’ in 1962, Warwick’s voice and star presence were noticed by the song’s composer, Burt Bacharach. Dionne was signed to Bacharach’s and David’s production company, which in turn was signed to Scepter Records. In November of 1962, Scepter Records released her first solo single, “Don’t Make Me Over.” It reached #21 on the top 40. Warrick’s name was misspelled on the label, and then she started using her new spelling, “Warwick”, both professionally and personally. Her next hit single was “Anyone Who Had a Heart, followed by “Walk on By” in 1964 that solidified her career.
Warwick weathered the British Invasion better than most American artists with hits of “Walk on By,” and “Do You Know the Way to San Jose.” Warwick was named the bestselling female vocalist in 1964. In 1965, she recorded “Thunderball” which became the theme song for the James Bond film Thunderball.
Dionne is one of the Kennedy Center Honorees in 2023 recognizing her decades of contributions to music and humanity. Dionne has won six Grammy Awards and been nominated a total of fifteen times. She has been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and has been honored with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Songwriters Hall of Fame, Living Legend Award, just to name a few. She is one of the top five most recorded female artists of all time. She is also the aunt of legendary singer Whitney Houston.
Winter Wednesday’s at Everybody’s Brewing
Everybody’s Brewing in White Salmon presents Winter Wednesdays on the heated deck with group activities and family fun, from 5-7 p.m.
Jan. 10, Knits & Giggles: Bring your knitting/crocheting materials and best dad jokes to share.
Jan. 17, Puzzle Competition: Get ready to puzzle off! $5 buy in and winner takes all.
Jan. 24, Bingo with Dougie Fresh
Jan. 31, BYOG (Bring Your Own Game): Bring your own Catan, Chess, Monopoly or other game.
Dancing with the Gorge Stars 2024
Dancing with the Gorge Stars returns Friday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m., at The Dalles High School. Six local Gorge "stars" will compete for your votes at this mid-winter fundraiser for Mid Columbia Community Concert Association.
About The Event
Mid-Columbia Community Concert Association (MCCCA) is proud to bring back by popular demand, the 10th Annual Dancing with The Gorge Stars fundraiser. Six local Gorge Stars will compete for your votes at this mid-winter event. Like the reality TV dance show, our contestants learn a dance routine prior to show time. But in this show, the participants are our friends and neighbors from the Gorge area. Paired with a professional dancer from the Utah Ballroom Dance Co., they get 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.
This year’s contestants include an optometrist, an artist / author, a teacher, a plumber, a manager, and a 4H volunteer. To learn more about each contestant find us on facebook or visit www.mccca.info.
An entertaining judging-panel of three locals score each couple after their individual performance. During intermission the audience cast their votes which are combined with the judges scores and tallied to determine who wins the beautiful mirror ball trophy. The second half of the show is a spectacular 45-minute performance of the Utah Ballroom Dance Co. featuring a professional showcase of highly choreographed and technical dancing.
This annual fundraiser has become a popular community event, selling out every year. Tickets are only $25 if you purchase them in advance. They are available at Klindt’s Booksellers, Lines of Designs, or online at www.mccca.info. They will also be available at the door for $30.
Tickets at:
https://www.midcolumbiacommunityconcerts.org/events/dancing-with-the-gorge-stars-2024
Live music at Working Hands
Working Hands Fermentation in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Saturday, Jan. 13, Axel Eff, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 14, Open Mic, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 20, Ben Johnson, 7:30 p.m.
Tom Letson
Saturday, Jan. 27, Tom Letson, 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 28, Open Mic, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 3, Gabriel John, 7:30 p.m.
Writing Group meets at HR Library
The Hood River Writing Group meets every Wednesday at 3 pm at the Hood River Library. It’s creative writing together - join with fellow writers to work on your craft through prompts and share the results. Facilitated by Patty Kaplan.
Live Music at Route 30
Route 30 Bottles and Brew in The Dalles hosts weekly live music events, trivia nights and more.
Monday Night: Musician Mondays
Tuesday Night: Band Jam for House Band Practice (7 p.m.)
Wednesday Night: Useless Knowledge Trivia Night (6:30 p.m.)
Thursday Night: Thirsty Thursday with House Band (7 p.m.)
Friday Night: Karaoke Night (7 p.m.)
