This is bigger than Blockbuster Video
This Week in Gorge Entertainment
By Jim Drake
Check This Out: September is Library Card Month
The Library is one of my favorite places. And what I really like, besides all the books - is the access to movies. The younger generations here in The Gorge may not realize this, but if you add up all the movies available between The Dalles and Hood River libraries, you may get the Equivalent of 1.75 Original Blockbuster Video Rental Stores.* Yes, it’s true, we now have generations of people who have never had to “go out and rent a movie from a video store.”** But luckily, they can still experience a Blockbuster Night with a Library Card.
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I found out this Movie phenomenon extends across the river in White Salmon, where I just borrowed two titles from a series called the Criterion Collection. Criterion makes a point of releasing “important classic and contemporary films,” and it’s just one example of how the simple act of getting a library card can open doors to other Video Stores. The announcement that the Hood River County Library has Reciprocal Agreements with Camas, Clackamas, Fort Vancouver Regional, Multnomah and Washington County Libraries will no doubt turn your library card into a one-stop regional Mega-card, with access to thousands of titles and extensive digital resources.
*Actual Equivalents May Vary
** Or call up a video store on a Rotary Dial Phone
Marsh Family Band at Civic Sept. 22
Mid-Columbia Community Concert Association is pleased to present The Marsh Family Band Thursday, Sept. 22, at The Dalles Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 6 p.m.
The Marsh Family Band is the newest sensation based out of the great Pacific Northwest. This group of talented musicians will capture an audience's heart and bring smiles to their faces. Featuring two talented kids; Julian, age 14 on piano, Coral, age 13, on violin, father, Terry Marsh on drums and mother, Tracie Marsh, upright bass, and vocals, this band plays a timeless collection of Americana including a variety of jazz, Motown, bluegrass, country, electronica, classical, pop, and original music. With this eclectic mix of songs, you are sure to be captivated from beginning to end.
Tickets are available at Klindt’s Booksellers, Lines of Designs, online at www.mccca.info, or at the door.
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.
Sept. 12, Red Robe Revival (Gorge Semi-acoustic Folk)
Sept. 19, Nick Orr (of The West Goats) (Acoustic Loops)
Sept. 26, Sunny Pache (Indie Folk)
Live music at Grateful Vineyard
Live music continues at Hood River’s Grateful Vineyard.
Music is from 4-6 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 18, The Night Farmers (Outlaw Americana from Parkdale)
Sunday, Sept. 25, Richard and Tova Tillinghast (Folk from White Salmon)
Live Music at Bargeway Pub
Bargeway Pub in The Dalles hosts live music from local and regional bands.
Tuesday, Sept. 13, Ted Matzen & Dan Boller
Wednesday, Sept. 14, Soul Patch
Thursday, Sept. 15, Kenny & Jeff
Friday, Sept. 16, Brewer's Grade Trio
Saturday, Sept. 17, Rock Doctors with Tracy Klas, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 20, Trent Beaver
Every Saturday and Sunday: BB Lake Band (1 p.m.)
Every Sunday, Reddy Black Trio (5 p.m.)
Music at Double Mountain
Double Mountain Brewery in Hood River welcomes local and regional acts to the stage:
Friday, Sept. 16, Jacob Camara, 8 p.m. (NW Country-blues)
Saturday, Sept. 17, BB Lake Band, 8 p.m.
Live Music at Zim’s
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles presents live local music.
Tuesday, Sept. 13, Tuesday Taps & Tunes with Reddy Black Trio, 7-9 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 16, Dan & Jose, 7-9 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 17, Rezound, 7-9:30 p.m.
Swindler returns to River City Saloon
Psychedelic Funk band favorite Swindler returns to the River City Saloon in Hood River on Friday, Sept. 30, starting at 8:30 p.m. Expect “jam-based improvisational soundscapes.” Cover charge, 21+over only.
Live music at Route 30
Route 30 Bottles and Brew in The Dalles features live music, trivia nights and more.
Tuesday, Sept 13: Band Jam with The New Prohibitions, 6 p.m.
Live Music at 64oz Taphouse
64oz Taphouse in Hood River is Bringing the Blues to the stage:
Wednesday, Sept. 21, Lloyd Jones, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 28, Sonny Hess and Lady Kat, 7 p.m.
Live Music at Mosier Company
Mosier Company in downtown Mosier hosts live music and more.
Friday, Sept. 16, The Wasco Bros., 5-7 p.m. (Country)
Saturday, Oct. 1, The Wasco Bros., 5-7 p.m. (Country)
Women’s Open Mic at White Buffalo
Local musician Lesley Saunders will host the All Women’s Open Mic at The White Buffalo Wine Bar in Hood River on Thursday, Sept. 15, starting at 6 p.m. The All-Women’s Open Mic provides a friendly and supportive environment for beginner and experienced players.
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.
Tuesday, Sept. 20: “The Professor and the Madman,” by Simon Winchester, 11 a.m.
Register at: https://libraryc.org/wascocountylibrary/19076
Tuesday, Sept. 27: “Trust,” by Herman Diaz, 1 p.m.
Register at: https://libraryc.org/wascocountylibrary/19072
‘Stranger’ Trivia Night at HR Library
Two of the Strangest Shows out there include Stranger Things and Umbrella Academy. Get ready for a trivia night at the Hood River County Library in Hood River on Friday, Sept. 16, at 5 p.m. that will highlight these shows - bring a phone or tablet, teens and adults welcome.
Live music at Working Hands Beer
Working Hands Beer in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Friday, Sept. 16, Sunny Pache (Portland Singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 17, Hazelnuts (Hood River Folk-rock), 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 18, Open Mic, 6 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 23, Darryl Frank (NW Jazz Trio) 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 30, Meet artist Diane Riggs, 7 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.
Sept. 16, Brigid’s Crossing (Irish/Pop)
Sept. 23, Chasing Ebenezer (Irish Folk-rock)
Live Music at Jacob Williams Winery
Jacob Williams Winery presents local and regional live music at the tasting room in Wishram, Wash. Music is from 1-4 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 17, Highway 14 (Blues)
Saturday, Sept. 24, Stephanie Sweet (Singer-songwriter)
Saturday, Oct. 1, NBC & Friends (Folk-rock)
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.
Western Music & Cowboy Poetry in the Gorge
The Dalles Civic Auditorium presents Western Music and Cowboy Poetry, on Saturday, Oct. 22. Enjoy performers from several states and Canada including award winning songwriters, musicians and poets. The matinee show (2-5 p.m.) will feature everyone in a fast moving (opry-style) show and then a host of stars come out for the evening show from 6-9 p.m. Ticket sales benefit the Columbia Chapter of the International Western Music Association. Tickets include admission to both the matinee and evening shows. Tickets available at:
https://checkout.square.site/buy/TFS57UZUKWW3K4WCTXIAZ5MO
Indian Autumn Gathering Sept. 17
Join the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center for the 4th annual Columbia River Indian Autumn Gathering on Saturday, Sept 17, from 9-5 p.m. This free community event includes dozens of Native artisans, demonstrations, music, dance and storytelling. Guests can enjoy a Native & locally-caught Salmon Bake lunch from Salmon King Fisheries (11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.) Lunch tickets at: http://gorgediscovery.org/events/columbia-river-indian-autumn/?fbclid=IwAR0plYlWfeXvHQGj4RD1w6G4qCUTo0dAtje997pmxAFColShOEGvu5FNm9w
Trout Lake Hall reopens, Grand Opening planned
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, Sept. 30: Chicken $#!T Gamblers, 6-10 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 1: Ural Thomas and the Pain (with The Barbaras), 7-10 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 6: Tony Smiley (Free show!), 6-10 p.m.
For tickets and more info visit: https://www.troutlakehall.com/
Archer Mayo Art at Moon Mountain
Moon Mountain Highway Studios in Bingen, Wash., will feature experimental art installations from Archer Mayo and Sandra Sanchez Palacios on display from Friday, Sept. 30 to Sunday, Oct. 2. Expect the focus to be on “the intersection of the spiritual and the physical worlds through shrines and alters.”
‘Mr & Mrs Smith” at Granada Theatre
The Granada Theatre in The Dalles presents the 1941 Hitchcock comedy “Mr and Mrs Smith” on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 16-17. Sources say it’s the first movie to mention pizza! RSVP at GranadaTheatrethedalles.com or 815-993-6585.
Jazz Collective Big Band Sept. 23
The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association is starting its 2022-23 Season with the “hard-swinging, be-bopping, syncopated sounds” of the Jazz Collective Big Band on Friday, Sept. 23, at 7 p.m. at the Hood River Elks Lodge. Directed by Michael Paul, the Collective promises to make you feel like dancing and hopes you’ll take advantage of the big dance floor. Tickets $10 for adults, and free for kids under 18.
Alice Di Micele outdoor show in Husum Oct. 1
A special outdoor concert by singer-songwriter Alice Di Micele happens on Saturday, Oct. 1, starting at 4 p.m. in Husum, Wash. A folk-musician with an environmental-based songwriting style, Di Micele has a catalog of ten albums and has shared the stage with Joan Baez and Arlo Guthrie. Concert goers should bring chairs, food and drink, but please leave dogs home. After-show camp music activities are planned - think mini Country Fair Style.
Motorcycle Ride-Thru at Ruote 30
On Saturday, Sept. 17, join Ruote 30 in The Dalles for a Poker Run Ride- Thru with all proceeds helping out Emilio Inc. Don’t miss this annual ride through the pub with music from In Dispute, The New Prohibitions, raffle prizes, Cornhole Tournaments and more.
Maupin celebrates 100 Sept. 24-25
Two days of Free Family Fun is taking place in Maupin Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 24-25. Open to all South Wasco Communities, it’s the finale of celebrating 100 years of Maupin history.
Saturday 9/24:
Cornhole Tournament
South Wasco Connect Job Fair Event
Deschutes River Athletic Complex Dedication Ceremony (3 p.m.)
Free Community Dinner (Kaiser Park 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.)
Piñatas
Tricycle Races
Sunday 9/25:
Ride-Row-Run triathlon (9 a.m.)
Hunter Noack "In A Landscape" piano concert (rescheduled show), Imperial Lawn, 4:30 p.m.
For those interested in volunteering, please reach out to coordinator@maupinoregon.com.
Ride-Row-Run Registration:
https://www.xdogevents.com/riderowrun.html
In A Landscape Concert Tickets:
Comedy Night at the Bingen Theater
Comedy Night comes to the Bingen Theater in Bingen, Wash., on Saturday, Sept. 17, starting at 7:30 p.m with three top Northwest comedians including Tyler Boeh (Celebrity Name Game, Buzzfeed), Shain Brenden (2022 Portland’s Funniest Person, Helium Comedy Club), and Hannah G, (Winner LA Comedy Contest and Burbank Comedy Festival).
Tickets at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-night-at-the-bingen-theater-tickets-408342422177
‘Hallucinogenic Mushrooms as Entheogens’ lecture Sept. 16
Mt. View Grange in White Salmon presents Michael Beug on Friday, Sept. 16, at 6:30 p.m. for a lecture and presentation on “Hallucinogenic Mushrooms as Entheogens.” “Learn about the historical and potential uses of hallucinogenic mushrooms for spiritual, recreational, and even mental health purposes from Michael Beug. Beug is Professor Emeritus of the Evergreen State College and an award-winning photographer, with photographs published in roughly 50 books and articles. He currently studies the unique fungal ecosystems of the Columbia River Gorge, where he has found many unnamed species, including numerous ones previously thought to be restricted to California and Southern Oregon.”
Women’s Open Mic at White Buffalo
Local musician Lesley Saunders will host the All Women’s Open Mic at The White Buffalo Wine Bar in Hood River on Thursday, Sept. 15, starting at 6 p.m. The All-Women’s Open Mic provides a friendly and supportive environment for beginner and experienced players.
Hood River Hops Fest returns Oct. 1
The 18th annual Hood River Hops Fest returns on Saturday, Oct. 1. Over 40 unique beers will be on tap, along with live music and food, guaranteeing an award-winning celebration of Pacific Northwest brewing.
Tickets at: bit.ly/3Kgqd9a
