Jiu Jitsu and Adventure Camp Oregon
2026-06-11 21:00 - 2026-06-15 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 3721 Klindt Dr., The Dalles, OR, United States, Oregon 97058, 3721 Klindt Dr., The Dalles, OR, United States, Oregon 97058
Here’s a story you can be a part of…
In the heart of the awe-inspiring Columbia River Gorge, a curious gathering took place that would have tickled the fancy of any adventurous soul. Thirty brave individuals, each with a heart full of hope and a Gi tucked under their arm, embarked on a peculiar journey into the art of jiu jitsu.
Now, this wasn’t just any ordinary affair. These folks hailed from all corners of the country, each carrying with them tales as varied as the colors of a sunset. Some were on a quest to polish their Gi and NoGi techniques, while others sought that elusive mental fortitude. Yet, their hearts beat as one with the same fervor for jiu jitsu and adventure.
Under the tutelage of wise, and one old, instructors who could weave defense and offense as seamlessly as a river carves its path through the land, the camp unfolded. Each day dawned with the sun coaxing them into yoga, a ritual that bent their bodies and minds toward flow and flexibility. On the mats, they danced a dance of precision and power, growing with each roll.
But, dear reader, this tale is not solely about the physical. No, it delved deeper into the caverns of the mind with an Athlete’s Mindset Class, where participants unlocked the vaults of their inner strength. It was a journey of discovery where mind and body wove a harmonious tapestry.
Amidst the grandeur of The Gorge, not a moment was wasted. They hiked, paddled, and biked, forging bonds as strong as the currents of the mighty river. By evening’s glow, camaraderie blossomed as stories were swapped with the evening sustenance, each tale weaving a thread of belonging and a newfound admiration for their craft.
As the final day unfolded like the closing chapter of a well-worn book, the participants paused to reflect. They departed with sharpened skills, newfound friendships, and an enriched understanding of jiu jitsu. The Gorge, in all its splendor, was more than a backdrop—it was a catalyst for their transformation.
So, if you find yourself yearning for adventure and growth, know that the camp offers a path. The Columbia River Gorge stands ready to welcome those who dare to embrace its wonders. Secure your place, and let your own tale begin.
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Daniel Smith - An Immersive Watercolor Experience
2026-06-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join Scott Stevenson, a passionate Brand Ambassador and Sales Representative for DANIEL SMITH Artists’ Materials, for an engaging and educational watercolor workshop. This interactive session is designed for artists of all levels who are curious about the art and science behind DANIEL SMITH’s world-renowned watercolor and gouache products. Through lively discussions and hands-on demonstrations, Scott will share the rich history of DANIEL SMITH, the innovative paint-making process, and the unique qualities of their PrimaTek mineral-based colors.
Participants will explore topics such as pigment lightfastness, granulation, and the inspiration behind iconic colors like Moonglow and Serpentine. Scott’s conversational approach encourages questions, fosters creativity, and empowers attendees to experiment with new techniques and colors. Expect to walk away with a deeper understanding of watercolor materials, practical tips for enhancing your artwork, and renewed inspiration to bring your imagination to life.
Date: Friday June 12th
Time: 11am-1pm
Ages: 16+
Cost: Free!
Location: Tokki Art Supply Classroom 208 4th st, Hood River

Celebrating Woody Guthrie's Columbia River Songs- Author Talk w/Greg Vandy
2026-06-12 18:00 - 19:00 | The Dalles Public Library, 722 Court St, The Dalles, 97058, United States
Join us in taking part in an exclusive author talk with renowned local DJ, producer, music historian, and author of 26 Songs in 30 Days: Woody Guthrie’s Columbia River Songs and the Planned Promised Land in the Pacific Northwest: Greg Vandy!
This will be a two-part special event celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary – celebrating what it means to be an American through shared history, conservation, and creative expression. By examining Guthrie’s Columbia River Songs and their roots in public power, labor, and regional identity, participants will have the opportunity to engage in dialogue about how democratic ideals have been expressed in Oregon’s past and how they can be strengthened today.
June 12th: Exclusive Author Talk with Greg Vandy.
August 29th: Join us for a community jam/ special performance by Bill Murlin, the man who rediscovered the iconic Woody Guthrie songs.

Alela Diane (full band) / Shannon Lay at Trout Lake Hall
2026-06-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Friday, June 12th, 2026
$25 Advance // $30 Day Of Show6pm Doors / 7pm ShowAll Ages
ALELA DIANEMore than a decade into one of contemporary folk’s most quietly extraordinary careers, Alela Diane returns on May 22 with Who’s Keeping Time? via Fluff & Gravy / Loose Music.
The Portland songwriter’s seventh full-length album came as the consequence of intuition, coincidence, and community. On the first of April last year, Michael Hurley, folk legend and indispensable presence in the Portland music scene, died at the age of eighty-three. “I was absolutely gutted,” says Alela, who didn’t just revere Hurley but knew him well. She performed in a tribute show for Hurley, and in that collective mourning, found solace and inspiration. “It was an epiphany to realize how much I missed my community. I felt very clear about what I wanted in that moment—I want to be alive. I want to see live music. I want to play it.”
Though she’d taken the solo route on her last handful of releases, Alela was interested in a new way forward. Plucking the day away in the attic of her 1892 Victorian home, she found new songs flickering in the dusty light—and a desire to play them with people.
Alela met drummer Danny Austin-Manning at Clay Street Studios one night and he introduced her to co-producer Sam Weber (Madison Cunningham, Anna Tivel). Along with Sebastian Owens on bass, they recorded fifteen songs in less than five days—all live in the very attic where she wrote them. Anna Tivel contributed backing vocals and violin. Peter Lalish, of the band Lucius, added guitar. Fellow Pacific Northwesterners Kati Claborn and Luke Ydstie of Blind Pilot and AC Sapphire provided overdubs of all kinds. Alela’s vision for uninhibited music and revived, creative kinship thrust her into a new season.
The result is an 11-track set ranging from lulling to raw to cinematic, with Alela’s mellifluous voice a lively and affecting instrument throughout. The lyrics reveal an artist with the particular kind of strength required to face pain without getting lost—an ability Alela has honed over a lifetime of songwriting, during which her lustrous discography has garnered major critical acclaim from the likes of Pitchfork, NPR Music, The Guardian, and plenty more. UNCUT has characterized her skill as “insanely beautiful, with the strength and delicacy of spider silk” while counting her work among the ‘50 best singer-songwriter albums’ of all time—a canon comprising John Lennon, Joni Mitchell, Joan Baez, and Paul Simon. Consequence has echoed that significance, declaring, “Hers is a timeless sound, that of a wayfaring troubadour, which only seems to come a few times a generation.”
With Who’s Keeping Time?, Alela Diane transforms grief into gathering, reaffirming her place as a vital, living force in contemporary folk music—rooted in community, presence, and the enduring power of song.
SHANNON LAYShannon Lay’s music is shored by radical empathy. After 15 years of writing, recording and performing her singularly gentle songs in venues around the world, the self-taught singer-songwriter is most concerned with how her music may help people in emotional and spiritual need. In a world of persistent change, Lay’s goal is to have concentrations of love and energy in her work that double as a helping hand or a voice whispering “everything is going to be ok.” The singer’s abiding belief is that immense change also means invaluable transformation and permanent relief. Intention is her North Star. Hailed by publications such as Pitchfork, The Guardian, SPIN and Uncut magazine, Lay’s solo albums, including “Geist,” “August”, “Living Water,” and “All this life goin’ down” are noted for their thoughtful and entirely tender reflections on life’s big questions. Her seraphic voice has drawn comparisons to British folk icons Anne Briggs, Sandy Denny and Vashti Bunyan. Though an old soul, Lay aims to meet her listeners in the present. For her, creating a song, a recording or a live performance that is relatable and communal is of the utmost importance for we are constantly in flux and those unknowns, met with compassion, can be beautiful.

Mike’s Ice Cream 40th Anniversary Celebration
2026-06-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Mike’s Ice Cream, 504 Oak Street, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
🪩 It’s time to celebrate 🪩
You are invited to our BLOCK PARTY Friday, June 12th! 🩷
Mike’s Ice Cream turns 40 this summer (established in 1986)! The Ruddy Duck turns 20, and Common House is celebrating 5 years on the corner! Three businesses, three milestones, one very big party!
Here’s how the day will go:
All day 10am – 6pm: Shop 20% off everything at the Ruddy Duck 🦆🛍️
6:00pm: @mikesicecreamhoodriver will be serving $2.00 scoops until close 🍨🍦
7:00pm: Tony Smiley will be looping beats and bringing the dance party (think old school Music Mondays) 💃🏼🎶
After Party: The DJ’d fun will roll on down to the @hoodrivercommonhouse 🍻🕺🏽
We are grateful to this community for all the decades of support. It is an honor to be stewards of this 5th and Oak Street corner, and what a joy to share it with generations of ice cream lovers, shopping fans and bottle shop patrons! We can’t wait to see you at the party!
We cannot wait to see you there!
❌⭕️ Mike Kitts, Tassie Mack and family!

Live...Tyson Huckins
2026-06-12 18:30 - 2026-06-13 21:30 | Rivertap, Rivertap
The Best Fries § Fam

White Salmon Backyard Half Marathon and 4 Mile
2026-06-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Rheingarten Park, White Salmon, Rheingarten Park, White Salmon
Come enjoy the scenic vistas and gorgeous trails on the hills above White Salmon.
The gun goes off at 9:00 am for both the 4 mile and half marathon race.
This event is a fundraiser for our White Salmon Cross Country Boosters. We suggest a donation of $35 or more. Booster Club funds help the Columbia High School Cross Country team go to running camp, compete in an amazing races around the Northwest, purchase shoes for runners in financial need, and much more. Additional donations and donations less than $35 will be available at the race.
REGISTRATION/START/FINISH:Registration and the Start/Finish will be at Rheingarten Park at N. Main Ave and NW Lincoln St.
7:00 am check-in and day of registration opens.
8:55 am is the pre-run meeting at the start line, which will be on Washington St. and N Main Ave.
Both the 1/2 Marathon and the 4 Mile Race begin at the same time and place!If you drop out please check in at the finish line so we know you are safe!
COURSE:The course involves a challenging climb and descent with gorgeous views of the Columbia River. The course will be marked with flour and orange surveyors tape.
The trail portion of the 1/2 Marathon course is about 12.3 miles and is a big lollipop.
The trail portion of the 4 mile course is about 2.5 miles and is a small loop on hilly terrain with gorgeous views!
The road portion of the course is around a mile each way, to get you to and from the trail. The road portion of both races starts at the corner of NW Washington St and N Main Ave. Head east on Washington St then south on Snohomish until you reach Tohomish St. You will follow this until its end and take a hard left onto Park ave. From there you will drop into the trail system. You will be returning from another trail right back onto Tohomish and head back west to Rhinegarten Park via the same route you took out.
No dogs are allowed.
There will be 3 aid stations and an additional “light” aid station with 3 miles left in the race. The first full aid station is about 30 to 40 minutes from the start depending on how quick you are. Make sure to bring a water bottle. Especially if it is hot!
DAY OF REGISTRATION:You can still register for the race at the start line!!! See you there!

Gouache Florals Workshop
2026-06-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
This is an in depth workshop taught by Marcy Huteson for the gouache beginner or more seasoned gouache artist who wants to learn the ins and outs of the medium.
On the first day we will be going over all the basics, from materials, color mixing, blending, textural techniques, creating a cohesive color palette and composition, with a gouache floral demo. We’ll end the first day by choosing our main floral elements for our final piece and sketching it out.
The second day will be focused solely on creating a 9”x12” gouache floral painting with guidance the whole way through.
Dates: Saturday June 13th and Sunday June 14th
Time: 11am-1pm each day
Ages: 14+
Cost: $90
Location: Tokki Art Supply Classroom 208 4th st, Hood River
If you cannot attend a class, a 72 hour notice prior to the start of the class via email or phone is required for a full refund of the class fee. After that there is no refund.
Students will receive a confirmation email of the purchase of the class. And 3 days prior to the class they will receive a reminder email. Please keep a look out for these emails.

Kiwanis Duck Derby Fundraiser
2026-06-13 12:00 - 15:00 | Ekone Park, Goldendale, WA, 98620, US
We are excited to provide this fun family friendly event for the community on Saturday June 13. Look for our booth at the Homeand Garden for more details!!

Gorge Pride Festival 2026
2026-06-13 15:00 - 2026-06-14 18:00 | Skamania County Fair Grounds, 710 SW Rock Creek Dr, Stevenson, WA, 98648, United States
Skamania Pride, White Salmon Pride, and the Columbia Gorge Pride Alliance have joined forces to create something even bigger and better this year: the first Columbia Gorge Pride Festival!
On Saturday, June 13th we will have free dinner, live piano music, two bands and the Hood River Burlesque. Sunday, June 14th we open at 8 am with breakfast, and later have speeches, a parade, lunch, and an all-day market with a variety of vendors.
Event takes place at the Skamania County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. You can find more details about the event, and signup forms for volunteers, vendors, parade entries, and sponsors on our website at skamaniapride.org

Jazz Piano
2026-06-13 16:00 - 18:00 | The Lightwell Hotel & Spa, 201 Cascade Ave, Hood River, 97031
Catch Darryl Frank behind the piano playing soulful ballads and jazzy pop covers on Saturdays from 4-6pm at the new Lightwell Hotel in downtown Hood River. The acoustics in the lobby with the 100 year old piano are something to be heard. Food and drink available. No cover, tips appreciated.

Special Dinner Menu at Trout Lake Hall
2026-06-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Saturday, June 13th, 2026
Chef Jessica Kunze is dreaming up a tasty special for this Saturday night. Murgh makhani also known as Indian style butter chicken, is a yogurt and spice marinated chicken cooked in a buttery tomato cream. (GF)
Served with rice, fresh naan and cucumber cilantro salad
Regular menu still available.

TDAC Havana Nights Auction Fundraiser
2026-06-13 18:30 - 21:30 | The Dalles Art Center, 220 E 4th St., The Dalles, Oregon, 97058
Step into a vibrant evening of music, color, and celebration at The Dalles Art Center’s Havana Nights Annual Auction Fundraiser. Hosted at the iconic National Neon Sign Museum, this lively event promises an unforgettable night out in support of the arts.
Guests will enjoy a dynamic mix of live and silent auctions, raffles, and interactive games, all set to the rhythm of live music and dancing. Come ready to bid, celebrate, and soak in the electric atmosphere. A delicious Caribbean taco bar, catered by Casa El Mirador, will keep the energy high throughout the evening.
Dress to impress for our Havana Nights costume contest, where guests can compete in a range of fun and stylish categories: Best Tropical Glam, Vintage Cuban Style, Smoothest Operator, Best Linen Look, and Most Colorful. Whether you go bold, classic, or somewhere in between, this is your moment to shine.
As The Dalles Art Center’s primary fundraiser of the year, this event plays a vital role in sustaining our exhibitions, classes, and community programs. Every ticket purchased and every bid placed directly supports artistic opportunities across the Mid-Columbia Gorge.
We extend our sincere thanks to our generous sponsors, National Neon Sign Museum and Columbia Gorge Toyota, for helping bring this special night to life.
Bring your dancing shoes and join us for an evening where community and creativity come together!
Get your tickets now at:https://www.thedallesartcenter.org/events/tdac-annual-auction-havana-nights

Live Music by Blown Cover
2026-06-13 18:30 - 21:30 | Red Bluff Tap House, Red Bluff Tap House
Playing the best rock and pop from the 60’s through today’s music, as well as a sprinkling of original tracks, Blown Cover is a dynamic and energetic band serving Southwest Washington and greater Portland, Oregon. Join us for an evening of crowd favorites along with great food and drinks. The Basin at Red Bluff Tap House. https://www.thebasinatredbluff.com. Outdoors/weather permitting.

Zepparella Rocks
2026-06-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Granada Theatre – The Dalles, Oregon, 221 E 2nd St, The Dalles, OR, 97058, US
The Led Zeppelin Powerhouse Hits the Grenada Theatre, The Dalles OR on June 13!

Sunday Serenade: Galen Clark Organ Trio at Trout Lake Hall
2026-06-14 11:30 - 14:30 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Sunday, June 14th, 2026
$20 Advance // $25 Day Of Show11:30am Doors / 12:30pm ShowAll Ages*Limited Tickets*
Sunday Serenade is Trout Lake Hall’s new brunch music series. Each Sunday features an intimate, two-hour live set dedicated to a single style—jazz, Americana, groovy indie, country, folk—paired with delicious, chef-crafted brunch. With limited tickets and cozy seating, it’s a relaxed, up-close experience—perfect for lingering over food and gentle Sunday tunes. Come in for a real Sunday Funday!
GALEN CLARK ORGAN TRIO
The Galen Clark Organ Trio brings a genre-bending approach to the classic organ trio instrumentation, exploring entropic soundscapes, psychedelic funk and groove heavy electronic tinged jazz. The trio features Peter Knudsen (Mono Neon, Ghost-note, greaterkind) on guitar and Casey Anderson (Curtis Salgado) on drums.
Galen Clark is a keyboardist, songwriter, producer, and educator based in Portland, OR. He leads the soul funk collective Outer Orbit and the genre bending group Trio Subtonic and he is 1/3 of the NW collaboration Patterns Fly with D’Vonne Lewis and Andy Coe. He has toured and collaborated with artists such as Anna Tivel, Sarah Clarke, Sleater-Kinney, A Love Electric, Jessica Lurrie, Nicole McCabe, Scott Pemberton and more.

Gorgeous Music Concert
2026-06-14 15:00 - 16:30 | United Methodist Church, 341 Main Ave, White Salmon, 98672
Come listen to some great classical, jazz and Broadway music presented by local musicians!

Gorgeous Music Events Spring and Fall Season
2026-06-14 15:00 - 17:00 | United Methodist Church, 341 Main Ave, White Salmon, 98672
Join us as our 2026 Season of Gorgeous Music Events begins. All concerts are held on the second Sunday of the month at 3:00pm at the United Methodist Church in White Salmon.

Alonzo Garbanzo and Moe Dixon reunited!
2026-06-14 15:00 - 17:00 | The Pines 1852, 415 Oak Street, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Yup, folks, it’s Moe & Gonzo, aka TWIN PEAKS, peekin’ at ya from the stage as they strum their citterns and warble their mellifluous motets. Well, more or less.

Jazz Under the Hood: The Jazz Collective Big Band
2026-06-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Columbia Gorge Toyota
The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association: The Jazz Collective Big Band Takes Over the Toyota Showroom Floor
20th Anniversary Season
Jazz Under the Hood
Jazz Collective Big Band
Sunday, June 14, 7pm
Columbia Gorge Toyota, The Dalles

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jazz Under the Hood: The Jazz Collective Big Band Takes Over the Toyota Showroom Floor
A free one-night-only big band concert and dance event in The Dalles — classic cars, classic jazz, no cover charge
THE DALLES, OR — On Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM, the Jazz Collective Big Band will transform the Columbia Gorge Toyota showroom into a swinging concert hall and dance floor for Jazz Under the Hood: Dance & Concert with the Jazz Collective.
For one night, polished chrome meets polished brass. The 17-piece big band will perform a full set of American songbook classics and Latin jazz standards — including Duke Ellington’s Take the A Train and Caravan, Glenn Miller’s In the Mood, Chattanooga Choo Choo, New York, New York, Brazil, Mambo Caliente, and the Count Basie classic Moten Swing — performed right on the showroom floor surrounded by new Toyotas and Hondas.
Whether you come to dance, listen, or just soak up the energy, there’s room for all of it. Bring a partner. Bring the kids. Bring a friend who hasn’t heard a live big band in years.
Event Details

What: Jazz Under the Hood — Big Band Concert & Dance
When: Sunday, June 14, 2026 — 7:00 PM
Where: Columbia Gorge Toyota Showroom, 1900 W. 6th Street, The Dalles, OR
Cost: Free admission
Tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=289941

Seating is limited. Free tickets are required and available now at the link above. For more information about the Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association and its upcoming events, please visit www.gorgeorchestra.org.
About the Jazz Collective The Jazz Collective is a Columbia Gorge–based big band performing the standards that built American music — from Ellington and Basie to Latin and contemporary big band arrangements.
About the Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association (CGOA):
The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and presenting musical performances of the highest quality in the Columbia River Gorge region. With a commitment to artistic excellence and education, CGOA brings the joy of music to audiences of all ages. With ensembles including the Gorge Sinfonietta, Voci Community Choir, Jazz Collective Big Band, and Stages Musical Theatre, CGOA makes all kinds of music with and for all kinds of people in the Gorge community.
Media Contact: Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association
Email:info@gorgeorchestra.org Website: https://www.gorgeorchestra.org

Jazz Under the Hood
2026-06-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Columbia Gorge Toyota
On Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM, the Jazz Collective Big Band will transform the Columbia Gorge Toyota showroom into a swinging concert hall and dance floor for Jazz Under the Hood: Dance & Concert with the Jazz Collective.
For one night, polished chrome meets polished brass. The 17-piece big band will perform a full set of American songbook classics and Latin jazz standards — including Duke Ellington’s Take the A Train and Caravan, Glenn Miller’s In the Mood, Chattanooga Choo Choo, New York, New York, Brazil, Mambo Caliente, and the Count Basie classic Moten Swing — performed right on the showroom floor surrounded by new Toyotas.
Whether you come to dance, listen, or just soak up the energy, there’s room for all of it. Bring a partner. Bring the kids. Bring a friend who hasn’t heard a live big band in years.
Event Details
What: Jazz Under the Hood — Big Band Concert & Dance
When: Sunday, June 14, 2026 — 7:00 PM
Where: Columbia Gorge Toyota Showroom, 1900 W. 6th Street, The Dalles, OR
Cost: Free admission
Free tickets: gorgeorchestra.org
Seating is limited. Free tickets are required and available now at the link above. For more information about the Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association and its upcoming events, please visit www.gorgeorchestra.org.
About the Jazz Collective The Jazz Collective is a Columbia Gorge–based big band performing the standards that built American music — from Ellington and Basie to Latin and contemporary big band arrangements.
About the Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association (CGOA):
The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and presenting musical performances of the highest quality in the Columbia River Gorge region. With a commitment to artistic excellence and education, CGOA brings the joy of music to audiences of all ages. With ensembles including the Gorge Sinfonietta, Voci Community Choir, Jazz Collective Big Band, and Stages Musical Theatre, CGOA makes all kinds of music with and for all kinds of people in the Gorge community.

Watercolor Basics: Fish of the Columbia Gorge
2026-06-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Come learn the basics of painting Fish! Black Outlines will be provided so you can focus on rendering the color and texture of these great river swimmers. Instructor Marcelle Kriebel will cover how to blend colors, and incorporate reflection marks in our paintings, and offering the illusion of wet surfaces. All levels are welcome.
Materials are provided.
Date: Tuesday June 16th
Time: 6pm-8pm
Ages: 14+
Cost: $60
Location: Tokki Art Supply Classroom 208 4th st, Hood River
If you cannot attend a class, a 72 hour notice prior to the start of the class via email or phone is required for a full refund of the class fee. After that there is no refund.
Students will receive a confirmation email of the purchase of the class. And 3 days prior to the class they will receive a reminder email. Please keep a look out for these emails.

Family Storytime
2026-06-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Goldendale Community Library, 131 W Burgen St, Goldendale, WA, United States, Washington 98620
Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.
For ages 0–5
Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.
Para niños de 0 a 5 años.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1580354089702738/?event_time_id=1580354093036071

The Lobbyists Live
2026-06-17 18:30 - 20:30 | The Lightwell Hotel & Spa, 201 Cascade Ave, Hood River, 97031
The Lobbyists live at Lightwell: The Lobbyists deliver the finest in instrumental Swing, Jazz, and Blues, featuring three of Hood River’s most exceptional musicians at The Lightwell.

Tim Ortlieb is a rare gem – a drummer who listens as deeply as he plays. Ronnie Ontiveros brings his infectious joy and masterful command of the upright bass.
Leading the trio, Ben Bonham draws from his rich experience both locally and in the UK, captivating audiences as a guitarist, songwriter, and entertainer.
The Lobbyists play with effortless style, deep musicality, and an undeniable passion for their craft, creating a sound that’s as refined as it is exhilarating.

Garbanzo, staving off mass extinction
2026-06-18 15:30 - 17:30 | Hood Crest Winery, 1900 Orchard Rd., Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
And all by himself at that. Ha! Fat chance. Anyway, put on yer mass-extinction shoes, people, and let’s get down to it! As Peggy Lee didn’t quite say, “is that all there is to mass extinction? Then let’s go dance our booties off.”

Sip and Sound Thursdays w/ Womens Open Mic
2026-06-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Mt Hood Winery
Sip & Sound Thursdays at Mt. Hood Winery | Every Thursday in June from 4–6pmLive music, great wine, and amazing views—just show up and enjoy 🎶

All Jazz Considered
2026-06-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Phelps Creek Tasting Room, 301 Country Club Rd, Hood River
Locally-grown, free-range, jazz musicians gather at Phelps Tasting Room every Thursday to serve up a flight of jazz tunes in every genre. Good food and wine too.

Drew Martin / St Yuma / Lilly Miller at Trout Lake Hall
2026-06-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Thursday, June 18th, 2026
$15 Advance // $15 Day Of Show6pm Doors / 7pm ShowAll Ages
DREW MARTINSeattle-based and one-of-a-kind, Drew Martin blends Hawaiian slack key roots with poetic storytelling, earning him the nickname “Maui’s answer to Bob Dylan.” Originally from Maui, Hawai‘i, his sound weaves together folk, blues, and traditional Hawaiian influences into something both timeless and distinctly his own. A multi-instrumentalist, Drew brings songs to life with 12-string guitar, harmonica, and ukulele, creating warm, transportive performances that feel deeply connected to place. Inspired by nature and his home in the West Maui mountains, his music carries the spirit of the islands while resonating far beyond them.
ST. YUMAFollowing the intimate grief of 2024’s “Country Sleight of Hand”, Stevan Alva returns as St. Yuma with “Trout Man”—a bold leap into surreal, theatrical storytelling. Where his last album mourned in hushed tones, Trout Man revels in the strange and sacred, casting sadness as a cast of characters: a self-loathing trout, a walrus named Alone, and an after-hours Mr. Rogers all circling the same emotional drain.
Blending folk, lounge, and experimental pop, the album plays like a dream-laced stage show—part confession, part hallucination. Horns chuckle, pianos drift through underwater scenes, and every track feels like eavesdropping on someone else’s dream only to recognize yourself inside it.
Trout Man doesn’t ask for understanding—it invites you to sit with it, to feel weird, to feel deeply. It’s an AA meeting for melancholics, where blueberry pie and smooth cigarettes stand in for the soft ache we keep returning to.
LILLY MILLERLilly Miller is a singer-songwriter whose candid, cathartic folk songs draw listeners in and reward close attention. Raised in Iowa, she began performing after relocating to Seattle, Washington in 2022, quickly finding her footing in the city’s music scene. She has since toured in support of artists like Damien Jurado, Olivia Barton, and Racoma.
Her debut record, After, now (2025), expands her acoustic foundation with exploratory textures and lush, atmospheric soundscapes. Her forthcoming release, Did Something in Me Break (2026)—a split with Damien Jurado—reimagines many of her earlier songs in a warm, live setting, offering a more intimate and immediate take on her work.

Piano Summit presented by The CGOA
2026-06-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Wy’east Middle School Performing Arts Center, 3000 Wyeast Rd, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association
20th Anniversary Season
Piano Summit
Gorge Sinfonietta with Kathryn Apland and Mitchell Jett Spencer, soloists
Thursday and Saturday, June 18 and 20 at 7 PM, Sunday June 21 at 2 PM
Wy’east Middle School Performing Arts Center
Over the past twenty years, the Gorge Sinfonietta has presented hundreds of concerts featuring a wide spectrum of music, from beloved classics to exciting new compositions. Two of the most memorable concerts featured Kathryn Apland playing the Grieg Piano Concerto, and Mitchell Jett Spencer performing Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto. For its final concert of the 2025-26 Season, the Sinfonietta has invited both soloists to return in a concert called “Piano Summit.”
Conductor Mark Steighner said that the concert’s title has two meanings. “In the world of geopolitics or business, a summit brings together talented people to share ideas. But of course the other meaning is the apex, the top of the mountain. This music is the absolute summit of late 19th century Romanticism and piano virtuosity.”
Steighner said that having two piano concertos on one program is pretty rare, and something the Sinfonietta has never done. Mitchell Jett Spencer will be performing Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini, which takes the listener on a complex, dazzling musical journey that’s filled with romance, drama and humor.
Kathryn Apland will perform Franz Liszt’s Totentanz, which is also a theme and variations, but based on an ancient Gregorian chant melody, the Dies Irae, or “Day of Anger.” Totentanz is one of the composer’s most dramatic, progressive and genuinely surprising works. In many ways it foreshadows later 20th century composers like Bartok.”
Steighner said, “I am in awe of both Kathy and Mitch’s technical skills, their deep musical understanding and their willingness to take on these incredibly difficult challenges. I guarantee audiences will be impressed.”
The program will be rounded out by Johannes Brahms’ Academic Festival Overture and an excerpt from Gustav Mahler’s Third Symphony.
“Mahler is one of my absolute favorite composers,” Steighner said. “I’ve been listening to his music since I was in high school or before. The Sinfonietta has never played any music by Mahler because it’s too big, usually requiring an immense orchestra. But I couldn’t step away from the podium without doing at least a little bit.”
The Piano Summit concerts will be Steighner’s last performance with the orchestra. He will be retiring after founding CGOA and its ensembles twenty years ago. Steighner’s replacement will be Lars Campbell, recently hired after an exhaustive search. Campbell is the longtime director of the Clackamas Community College Wind Ensemble and a professional trombonist, having performed with the Oregon Symphony and Seattle Symphony.
“Lars will helm the Sinfonietta for an exciting new chapter in its development,” Steighner said. “I’m pleased he was willing and able to join us.”
The recent performances of Roads Not Taken were entirely sold out, so Steighner urges audiences to buy tickets well in advance. The concerts will be Thursday, June 18 and Saturday, June 20 at 7 PM, and Sunday, June 21 at 2 PM. Concerts will be at the Wy’east Middle School Performing Arts Center at 3000 Wy’east Rd in Odell. Tickets are available at gorgeorchestra.org. Adults $25; CGOA members $20; students/youth FREE (HS & college students show ID at the door). Also, $5 tickets are available at the door for SNAP card holders through the Arts for All program.
The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and presenting musical performances of the highest quality in the Columbia River Gorge region. With a commitment to artistic excellence and education, CGOA brings the joy of music to audiences of all ages.

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