live music...Dave Tallman
2026-04-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Last Stop Saloon, 209 East 2nd Street, The Dalles, 97058, United States
Join us this Monday night for great food, drinks, friends and Live Music featuring Dave Tallman! From 7 – 9pm

El Camino De Dolores: Dolores Huerta Walk to School Day
2026-04-14 07:00 - 08:00, 2026-04-15 07:00 - 08:00, 2026-04-16 07:00 - 08:00, 2026-04-17 07:00 - 08:00 | Hood River County School District, Hood River County School District
El Camino de Dolores (El Camino de Dolores) se llevará a cabo del 13 al 17 de abril. Es una semana para caminar o ir en bici a la escuela, donde estudiantes y familias celebran el legado de Dolores Huerta y su lucha por la justicia social. Durante estos días, aprenderán sobre el movimiento de trabajadores agrícolas, su defensa por la igualdad y cómo esas luchas siguen inspirando cambios hoy—mientras fomentamos ir a la escuela de manera activa.
HORARIO
+Lunes 13 de abril – May Street Elementary: 8:00 a. m., Dutch Bros
+Martes 14 de abril – Parkdale Elementary: 7:00 a. m., Red Barn Park
+Miércoles 15 de abril – Westside Elementary: 7:00 a. m., sendero de Westside al final de Rocky Road
+Jueves 16 de abril – Mid Valley Elementary: comuníquese con la escuela para más información
+Viernes 17 de abril – Cascade Locks Elementary: 7:00 a. m., Kaile’a Coffee Co, 101 Wa Na Pa Street
El Camino de Dolores (Dolores’s Path) will take place April 13–17. It’s a walk and roll to school week where students and families celebrate Dolores Huerta’s legacy and her fight for social justice. Throughout the week, they’ll learn about the farmworkers’ movement, her advocacy for equality, and how those struggles continue to inspire change today—while encouraging active trips to school.
SCHEDULE
+Monday, April 13 – May Street Elementary: 8am, Dutch Bros
+Tuesday -April 14 – Parkdale Elementary: 7am, Red Barn Park
+Wednesday – April 15 – Westside Elementary: 7am, Westside Trail at the end of Rocky Road
+Thursday – April 16 – Mid Valley Elementary,
reach out to the school for information
+Friday – April 17 – Cascade Locks Elementary, 7am, Kaile’a Coffee Co at 101 Wa Na Pa Street

Rani & Bob Merz - Great Divide Extravaganza
2026-04-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Hood River Saddle Club, 4384 Belmont Dr., Hood River, Oregon, 97031
🐎✨ She didn’t ride it… she drove it.
Most people tackle the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route on a bike.
Rani Merz did it with a horse… and a wagon.
From New Mexico to Canada—2,700+ miles—through mountains, forests, and wide-open country, Rani and her Icelandic horse Chirpa pulled a covered wagon across one of the most rugged routes in North America.
Not fast.
Not easy.
But unforgettable.
This is the kind of story that makes you sit up a little straighter and think…
“Could I ever do something like that?”
🎤 Join us for a special evening with Rani Merz and husband Bob.
Hear the real story behind the journey—
the challenges, the moments, the partnership with her horse, her support team – husband Bob, and what it takes to actually live an adventure like this.

Garden Gathering
2026-04-14 18:30 - 20:00 | White Salmon Valley Community Library, 77 NE Wauna Ave, White Salmon, WA, 98672, United States
OSU Hood River Extension Central Gorge Master Gardeners welcome home gardeners of all abilities to attend this interactive presentation which is designed to aid your growth as a gardener.

The Lobbyists Live
2026-04-15 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.

Crag Rats Turn 100: The Oldest Mountain Search & Rescue w/Christopher Van Tilburg
2026-04-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Columbia Center for the Arts, 215 Cascade Ave, Hood River, OR, 97031-1724, United States
Doors at 6:00 p.m., show from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. PDT. (If the event is sold out, unclaimed seats will be released to the waitlist at 6:45 p.m.)
Where: Columbia Center for the Arts, 215 Cascade Ave., Hood River, OR 97031 (All ticket-holders also get access to the livestream)
STORY:
The Crag Rats are the oldest mountain search and rescue team in North America, founded in 1926. This year marks 100 years of service for this all-volunteer group. Over the past century, they’ve provided lifesaving search and rescue support throughout Hood River County and beyond. From the icy slopes of Mount Hood to the steep canyons of the Columbia River Gorge, the Crag Rats have responded to injured climbers on Eliot Glacier, rescued hikers stranded by wildfires in Eagle Creek, and even searched for missing hunters as far away as Olympic National Park.
United by a deep love of the outdoors, The Crag Rats come from a wide range of backgrounds—teachers, orchardists, doctors, and outdoor professionals – each commited to taking the call when things go wrong in wild places. They’re guided by a strong sense of tradition—ranging from the lighthearted, like calling their president the “Big Squeak,” to meaningful milestones, such as finally welcoming women into the organization in 1993.
Join Christopher Van Tilburg on a journey through 100 years of rescue history, lore, tragedy, and triumphs – and speculation on what the Crag Rats future may hold.
About the Speaker:

Christopher Van Tilburg is an American physician, rescue mountaineer, and award-winning author of 11 books, including Crisis On Mount Hood: Stories from 100 Years of Mountain Rescue (Mountaineers Books, 2025). Dr. Van Tilburg is on staff at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital, serves as medical director for four search and rescue teams, and serves as a USA delegate to the International Commission for Alpine Rescue. He is the Hood River County, Oregon, Public Health Officer and Medical Examiner. He has worked on six continents as an expedition physician, cruise ship doctor, and team leader on five humanitarian medical trips to Haiti. From the Wilderness Medical Society, he received the Dian Simpkins Award for Service in 2011, the Haiti Humanitarian Research Award in 2013, and the Ice Axe Award for Service in 2014. He lives in Hood River.
About Sense of Place:

For 16-years, Sense of Place has connected people through place and storytelling.
Our flagship speaker series features people with unique knowledge of the Columbia River Gorge and who consider the natural and cultural history that has shaped this place. Guests have included: scientists, tribal members, authors, farmers, and many others from throughout the Pacific Northwest. The stories shared deepen our understanding of the Gorge and strengthen our connection to the landscape and to each other.
Learn more about Sense of Place and check out our online archive and past events HERE.
For more information, visit senseofplacegorge.org or follow on Instagram @senseofplacegorge. Subscribe to the Sense of Place Newsletter for event updates and behind-the-scenes stories.
Sense of Place is a program of Mt. Adams Institute, which provides programs that
strengthen the connection between people and the natural world through
education, service, career development, and research.

Tourism at the Table
2026-04-16 12:00 - 15:00 | 115 W Court St, Goldendale, WA 98620-8905, United States, 115 W Court St, Goldendale, WA 98620-8905, United States
Tourism at the Table is a collaborative roundtable designed to gather input from tourism event coordinators, venue owners, lodging partners, attractions, and hospitality businesses throughout Goldendale and Klickitat County.
As we plan for the 2026 tourism season, the Chamber is seeking direct feedback on how we can best support and amplify the work already happening across our community. While this event is not a funding opportunity, it is an opportunity to shape how we provide in-house marketing support, event promotion, website visibility, visitor center coordination, and shared information efforts in the year ahead.
This facilitated working lunch will focus on identifying needs, aligning messaging, and strengthening collaboration within our tourism industry so that together we can enhance the visitor experience across Klickitat County.
If you play a role in attracting or welcoming visitors, we invite you to have a seat at the table and help shape the strategy for 2026.

Lesley & Rebecca live music
2026-04-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Mount Hood Winery, 2882 Van Horn Dr, Hood River, 97031
at Mount Hood Winery: Lesley and Rebecca have been playing as a duo in the Gorge since 2017, with Lesley on guitar and vocals, and Rebecca on vocals, bass, mandolin and percussion. They cover a wide variety of pop, rock and ballads from Fleetwood Mac, CSN and Beatles to Dido, Cranberries and Train with great vocal harmonies.

Willy & Nelson Trio
2026-04-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Porron Cellars, 210 Oak Street, Hood River, 97031, United States
Join the Willy & Nelson Trio this Thursday, April 16th from 6-8pm at Porron Cellars. They bring all the music you love to hear and smooth harmonies. Porron is Hood River’s Premier Wine Bar. Come enjoy LIVE music, bring friends and enjoy wines by the glass from their featured regions. Lots of featured Spirits! They make a delightful Spanish Coffee. Please join us for an lovely evening.

MCS April Skate Night
2026-04-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Mosier Community School
Mark your calendars for our April Skate Night!
Interested in volunteering? Please sign up using the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4AA8A928A3FF2-59137555-skate?fbclid=IwY2xjawQmQNNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWY0YxTlNPQUlMcnZ3aGsxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPNTE0NzcxNTY5MjI4MDYxAAEe83j6qqU9cr0R0jpjr7EZ4yfAh8_p1HyxBvO-Fyd0_gKbLYnkxLW9cQjN03E_aem_EUIKL0qcy0oozYM67fPVrw#/

Red Carpet Takeover...with Gorge Roller Derby
2026-04-17 18:00 | Red Carpet Inn, Hood River, Red Carpet Inn, Hood River
GORGE ROLLER DERBY X THE RED CARPETTHE TAKEOVERFriday | April 17thThe Red Carpet | Hood River, OR
THE DEALFrom 6:00 PM until closing, 100% of all sales are being donated directly to GRD by our incredible hosts at The Red Carpet. Your night out stays in the community.
6:00 PM: Drinks, dinner, and derby spirit.
8:00 PM – Late: Karaoke hosted by the legendary Aunti Faye.
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ROLLER DERBY LEAGUE!

Abstract Watercolor: wax resist
2026-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Focus on the big picture and meditate in this approachable and relaxing watercolor class taught by Lily Carey. Create color focused abstract watercolor landscapes using the magical power of masking fluid. In this class you will learn watercolor basics, how to use masking fluid and how to block landscapes into simple shapes and colors.
All materials provided.
Date: Friday April 17th
Time: 6pm-8pm
Age: 14+
Cost: $50
Location: Tokki Art Supply
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.

Pop-up w/Diana of Augustina Cellars
2026-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Porron Cellars, 210 Oak Street, Hood River, 97031, United States
Join us APOP-UP AT PORRON CELLARS as winemaker Diana of Augustina Cellars takes us through her world of wine at Porron Cellars Friday April 17th from 6-8 pm.

Shared Wild: A Film Series By Friends of the Columbia Gorge
2026-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Columbia Center for the Arts, 215 Cascade Ave, Hood River, OR, 97031-1724, United States
Join Friends of the Columbia Gorge for a special screening of the Shared Wild Series, a short film series directed by Friends’ Digital Content Producer Monique Trevett that celebrates community, conservation, and recreation in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.
This series celebrates the joy of outdoor recreation while exploring how our experiences shape conservation, belonging, access, and stewardship. Across the Gorge, recreation can be a powerful entry point—not just to the landscape itself, but to a community of people of all ages. With Shared Wild, we’re sharing stories of community members who are making a direct impact by breaking down barriers to recreation throughout the Columbia Gorge.
Join us from 6 to 8 PM for an in-person screening of all six films in the series. The screening begins at 6:45 PM. After the first three films, we will take a short intermission featuring a panel conversation with people featured in the films.
Questions? Contact the producer of the series, Monique, at Monique@gorgefriends.org.

Bob Sumner / Jeffrey Silverstein
2026-04-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Friday, April 17th, 2026
$17 Advance // $17 Day Of Show6pm Doors / 7pm ShowAll Ages
BOB SUMNER
Singer-songwriter Bob Sumner cites the musically progressive sensibilities of his heroes when talking about the spirit of his new album, Some Place to Rest Easy, out now via Fluff & Gravy (worldwide) and North Country Collective (Canada). “They were always creating something new, something different,” he says of idols like George Jones, Willie Nelson, and Waylon Jennings. With that ideology in mind, Sumner set about creating an album that takes as much inspiration from the audio production of Randy Travis as it does the lyrical soul of Big Thief’s Adrianne Lenker—a melding of eras, sounds, concepts, and stylings that’s informed by the past, but never bound by it.
With Some Place to Rest Easy, Sumner picks up the tempo compared to his previous releases, balancing the stirring lyrical depth fans have come to expect with a more buoyant, lively feel. “It felt appropriate to give the music itself some joy,” says the man who’s made a career out of tapping into difficult-to-touch-on, real-life stuff in a relatable, palatable manner. In the end, that’s what Sumner’s music has always been about—more than a single sound, influence, instrumental, or clever line. “I always want people to feel something,” Sumner explains. “If I heard that this album helped somebody that was feeling down, even just by feeling some other emotion for a little while, that’s the number one thing for me.”
Fans can now stream or purchase Some Place to Rest Easy at this link and watch the video for the album’s focus track, “Didn’t We Dream,” here. To purchase tickets or to keep an eye on future tour dates, please visit bobsumnermusic.com.
Some Place to Rest Easy In The News:“a blend of past, present, and future sounds” – American Songwriter“More than a single sound, influence, instrumental, or theme, the through line in Sumner’s music has always been vulnerability.” – Glide Magazine“Genuine and weighty songwriting” – Americana Highways“High class, country leaning Americana.” – Americana UK“It takes a deft hand to put out a good, sad record…Bob Sumner nails it on Someplace To Rest Easy.” – Twangville
Bandcamp – Best Country MusicSaving Country Music – Most anticipated releases of 2024American Songwriter – “Standout Album”
JEFFREY SILVERSTEIN
Jeffrey Silverstein’s new EP Roseway is named after the quiet, tree-lined neighborhood in Northeast Portland where the guitarist and songwriter lives. “My drive home from my teaching job is all uphill,” he says. “You kind of crest over this ridge to get to where you want to go. Every moment that happens to me, I just have this sense of ease once I get to the top.” That sense of relief–the feeling of completing a tough journey—animates the six relaxed and meditative songs here. While half of the tracks are pastoral ambient instrumentals and half are plainspoken lyrical numbers with ample twang and groove, each captures Silverstein’s striking comfort with his voice, his process, and his role as a bandleader. To him, these songs feel like home. It’s New Age for the everyman: more cosmic than country and more accessible than esoteric. This is what cosmic country sounds like in 2024.
This EP picks up where his artistic breakthrough and 2023 full-length Western Sky Music left off. A reinvention for Silverstein that traded homespun solo recordings for an expansive full-band sound, the LP was acclaimed by outlets like Aquarium Drunkard and The Portland Mercury, who praised its, “cosmic country and shimmering Americana that feels like a significant step forward from his previous work.” On Roseway, he reunites with his Western Sky Music rhythm section in drummer Dana Buoy (Akron/Family) and bassist Alex Chapman and enlists pedal steel player Connor Gallaher (Anna St. Louis, Lana Del Rey) to flesh out the songs. “I always view EPs as moments to try things and experiment,” says Silverstein. “Building this trust and communication with Alex and Dana has made for a wonderful partnership and helped me take risks I normally wouldn’t.”
Recorded with Ryan Oxford (Y La Bamba, Rose City Band), Roseway boasts an eclectic and exploratory palate. Songs like the inviting and laid-back “Gassed Up” find Silverstein adding country-funk grooves over inviting, spaced-out lyrics. Atop a buoyant bass line from Chapman, Silverstein sings, “You’re gassed up / You gotta go / You’re not lonely / You’re just Alone.” It recalls JJ Cale at his swampiest. “I’m always thinking about how you can incorporate more of a boogie and groove with the twang,” says Silverstein. Even at its twangiest, Roseway never feels like a throwback or a retread. Instead, it pushes these signifiers into headier territory. Take the instrumental “Headcleaner,” which takes on a krautrock-inspired haze. Elsewhere, single “Cog In the Wheel” takes on a nomadic search for good vibes. He sings, “I’ve been cruisin’ / such a long time / Never want to settle down.” That track is a balm that feels like getting closer to a destination.
The vinyl version of Roseway features a b-side that includes the first pressing of Silverstein’s 2021 EP Torii Gates. “That kind of makes this a split release with myself,” he jokes. The pairing is intentional and important, however. Also recorded with Oxford and featured Chapman on bass, that release found Silverstein beginning to branch out from solo fare to a full band. Here, much of the material is anchored by a drum machine: It was an exercise in appreciating small moments and being comfortable with transitional periods. While the songs are cozy, hypnotic, and compelling, there’s a tension in how they feel like the starting point to a reinvention. On highlight “Soft Lens,” he sings,“Stuck outside the Torii Gates / tired of hearing you have to wait.” When he wrote that song, that gate was a metaphor for his own musical journey.
Taken together, these two EPs feel like a bridge to each other: a document of an artist cresting the hill of his process and vision. It’s a record of contemplation and comfort, not of prescription and platitudes. Roseway opens with the raw and ramshackle “Countryside,” which finds Silverstein singing, “If there’s a gate / I’m passing through / If there’s a light / It’s shining blue.” The line is both the North Star of Roseway and a testament to how far Silverstein has come threading disparate worlds and finding his voice. “I’ve learned to be cool with things not working and failing and loving all of that,” he says. “It’s all about accepting that part of the process. I love imperfect music. I love songs where you hear the wrong notes. I don’t want to muddy anything up too much and get out of my way.”– Josh Terry

Willy & Nelson
2026-04-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Bargeway Pub, 1535 Bargeway Rd., The Dalles, OR, 97058, United States
Join the Willy & Nelson Band this Friday evening April 17th from 6-9pm at Bargeway Pub. Lots of great dance tunes and fun! The band plays all the songs you love to sing and dance to, along with smooth harmonies. Bring friends and enjoy LIVE music, delicious food & drinks. The Bargeway Pub offers a family-friendly atmosphere. Please come as it’s more fun when you are there!!!

LIVE MUSIC - June Bug Boys
2026-04-17 18:00 - 21:00 | The Pines 1852, 415 Oak Street, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us this Friday at The Pines at 6pm for a night of high energy music from local favorites the June Bug Boys.

Paint Night
2026-04-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Field of Stars Boutique, 4 bickleton hwy, Goldendale, WA, United States, Washington 98620
✨ Paint Night at Field of Stars Boutique ✨April 17th | 6:30 PMStep into a cozy, creative evening at Field of Stars Boutique and let your imagination come to life 🌙✨Join us for a magical Paint Night where we’ll be creating a whimsical mushroom under a starry night sky—a dreamy piece perfect for beginners and seasoned creatives alike. Whether you’re coming solo for some peaceful self-care or bringing friends for a fun night out, this experience is all about relaxing, creating, and connecting.We’ll provide everything you need, including all painting supplies, along with delicious snacks and drinks to enjoy as you create. You’ll be guided step-by-step, so no prior painting experience is needed—just bring your creativity and an open heart.✨ All supplies included✨ Snacks & drinks provided✨ Beginner-friendly instruction✨ A magical, cozy atmosphereTickets: $40Spots are limited, so be sure to reserve yours early!Come sip, paint, and create something beautiful under the stars 💫

Roads Not Taken presented by CGOA & Voci Community Choir
2026-04-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Wy’east Middle School, 3000 Wyeast Rd, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association 20th Anniversary Season
Roads Not Taken
Gorge Sinfonietta and the Voci Community Choir
Friday and Saturday, April 17 and 18 at 7 PM, Sunday April 19 at 2 PM
Wy’east Middle School Performing Arts Center
Combined performances by the Gorge Sinfonietta and the Voci Community choir are always an event! On April 17,18 and 19, the two ensembles will come together for a performance called “Roads Not Taken.”
The title comes from a line by Robert Frost, whose poetry is featured in Frostiana, a beloved setting of Frost’s poems for choir and orchestra. The 75-voice Voci Choir will be accompanied by a chamber orchestra and conducted by Voci director Dan Kenealy. Composed by Randall Thompson in 1959, the composer’s simple and appealing music reflects Frost’s plain but profound choice of words.
The concert also includes Johannes Brahms’ beloved Academic Festival Overture, performed by the Gorge Sinfonietta and directed by retiring conductor Mark Steighner. The Academic Festival Overture is one of Brahms’ most lively and tuneful works, and is partly a tongue-in-cheek setting of several well-known, 19th century university songs.
The finale of the Roads Not Taken concert is the premiere of “Requiem in Five Stages” by Mark Steighner and Dennis Castañares. This work combines Latin texts from the traditional Requiem with original poetry and lyrics. Dennis Castañares – known locally as Alonzo Garbanzo – will play the musical role of a Balladeer, singing the Requiem’s more pop/folk style songs for which he wrote the music. Steighner and Castanares have previously collaborated on over two dozen songs, most of which are available on Alonzo Garbanzo’s YouTube channel.
Concerts are Friday and Saturday, April 17 and 18 at 7 PM, and Sunday, April 19 at 2 PM. All three performances are at the Performing Arts Center at Wy’east Middle School, 3000 Wyeast Road, Hood River (Odell). Tickets are on sale now 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 Gorge Sinfonietta will conclude its season on June 18, 20 and 21 with a performance titled “Piano Summit.” The concert includes two virtuoso works for piano, Franz Liszt’s Totentanz and Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme by Pagannini. Soloists for the concert will be Kathryn Apland and Mitchell Jett Spencer. The concerts will also mark the end of CGOA’s founder and conductor Mark Steighner’s 20-year tenure with the orchestra. Tickets are available at gorgeorchestra.org.
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.

Hippity Hoppity Skate Night
2026-04-17 20:00 - 23:00 | Hood River Elks Lodge #1507, 304 Cascade Ave, Hood River, 97031, United States
Hippity Hoppity Skate Night 🐰 🛼Friday April 17 · 8PM
Hip-hop beats + bunny vibes = best night ever
Hosted by Gorge Skate Club & Hood River Elks
Music by DJ Swooop and ENFDJ
Bunny ears or Hip Hop drip encouraged • glow • prizes • photo booth • snacks • drink specials
21 and over • come hop with us!

Hood River Middle School PTO Rummage Sale - Donation Days
2026-04-18 08:00 - 14:00 | Hood River Aquatic Center Parking Lot, 1602 May Street, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
We are hosting a community rummage sale May 1-3 (early access Friday night, Saturday all day, half day Sunday) We will be posting info about that soon! We are accepting donations on two Saturdays and during HRMS parent teacher conference dates. Please email hoodrivermiddleschoolpto@gmail.com with any questions!

Run with Heart 5k
2026-04-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Skamania Lodge, Skamania Lodge
Come run for a good cause! Participate in the Run with Heart 5k and support Operation Warm Heart, a program that provides essential home energy assistance to individuals and families in our community experiencing financial difficulties.
Presented by Skamania PUD, The Columbia Gorge Running Club, and Skamania Lodge, this 5k race will start and finish at the Riverview Pavilion at Skamania Lodge and loop around the grounds on paved golf cart paths. This is a unique opportunity to run on golf cart paths that are generally not open to pedestrians. You will enjoy some amazing views of the Columbia River Gorge while making your way around the lovely grounds at the Lodge, have an opportunity to win great prizes donated by Skamania Lodge, all while helping raise funds for those in need. 100% of race proceeds and additional donations will go to Operation Warm Heart for residents in Skamania County.
Registration is $25 (Youth 18 and younger are FREE) with an option to donate more for the cause.
Race starts at 9 am. Check-in will be available starting at the Riverview Pavilion at 8 am. Course map
Let’s come together!Whether you’re an avid runner or just looking for a meaningful way to give back, the Run with Heart offers the perfect opportunity to help our neighbors in need.

River Cleanup at the Nichols Natural Area
2026-04-18 09:30 - 11:30 | 1 Nichols Pkwy, Hood River, OR 97031, 1 Nichols Pkwy, Hood River, OR 97031
Gather your friends and family and join us to celebrate Earth Day and give back to the Columbia River!
Please join Columbia Riverkeeper for a river cleanup and invasive weed pull at the Nichols Natural Area near the Hood River Waterfront. This annual volunteer event supports clean water, vibrant communities, and healthy habitats. All ages are welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Come join your fellow community members, make a difference, and enjoy treats on us as a thank you for your help! We hope you can make it!
WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Nichols Natural Area, in front of the Hampton Inn, near the Hood River pedestrian bridge.
DIRECTIONS: From Downtown Hood River, go north on Second Street and cross over I-84. Turn right on Riverside Drive followed by a right on N First St.Nichols Natural Area is in front of the Hampton Inn (1 Nichols Pkwy).
HOW: RSVP https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/2026-earth-day-cleanup
We will provide bags, gloves, and snacks. Some tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Please register using this link.
We love celebrating Earth Day with our volunteers and hope to see you at the Nichols Natural Area.

Bruce Hoctor Sorting Clinic
2026-04-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Fort Dalles Riders Club, 1023 Irvine Street ~ PO Box 491, The Dalles, OR, United States, Oregon 97058, The Dalles, OR, 97058, United States
Basic cattle handling and movement strategy and technique.

Mosier Spring Fest
2026-04-18 11:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Mosier, 1011 1st Ave, Mosier, 97040
Don’t miss the community fun at Spring Fest this Saturday, April 18th!🌸🌸🌸
🍒 Walk n’ Talk with Mayor Witt leaves Randonnee promptly at 10:30 am. Grab a bevvie and be ready to learn about the latest happenings in our beautiful town.
🌱Fun activities starting at 11:00 am – including a planting station for the kids! They can paint a vessel and plant a flower to take home.
🎨 Artists and Mosier Fire (maybe we will have a fire engine sighting) at MoCo.
🍴 Lunch will be available for purchase at MoCo during the event, and they will serve dinner and drinks afterward.
🪴Plants for sale at Totem Plaza, come get your starts, and then visit the fabulous community booths.
🎸Pop-ups and live music at Brenna’s Market and The Wagon Social.
A day of fun for the entire family!

Felt Mending and Embellishing on Clothes
2026-04-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Give your clothing new life in this creative, hands on workshop taught by artist Molly Holmlund focused on felt mending and embellishment. Bring a garment that needs repair or simply something you would like to transform, and learn how to needle felt designs directly onto fabric. This process allows you to patch worn areas in a beautiful way or add unique details that reflect your personal style.
By the end of the session, you will leave with a refreshed garment and the confidence to continue mending and embellishing at home. This workshop is perfect for beginners and anyone interested in sustainable, artful ways to extend the life of their wardrobe.
Date: Saturday April 18th
Time: 1pm-3pm
Ages: 14+
Cost: $60
Location: Tokki Art Supply Classroom
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.

Awakening Music and Creativity
2026-04-18 15:00 - 17:00 | moon mountain highway, 113 West Steuben Street, Bingen, 98605
A workshop for adults who have been bogged down in adulting and could use a little inspiration. Even if you don’t feel like you’re artistic, this is for you. Together, Chelan, Nicholas, and Jeni will share poetry, book readings, live music, and stories of their struggles and triumphs as they integrate a creative process into their lives. Re-awakening that zest for life, while still taking care of business.
First, we’ll listen to the beautiful, inspiration-filled written works of Chelan and Nicholas, and then Jeni will guide you in a hands-on collage project – Vision Board, and get some ideas flowing on where your own curiosity and joy are calling you. All while taking in Nicholas’s soulful music. Sure to be a really lovely time.
Reach out with Questions callalily.connect@gmail.com
Suggested donation $15
Jeni Zink is a life coach, rapid eye practitioner, and the co-host of the Gideon Wolfgang and the Music Podcast. She is also a beginner musician, a lover and maker of art.
Chelan Harkin is a renowned visionary speaker, poet, and author. She inspires so many by sharing her gifts with the world. Her works include The Prophetess, Wild Grace, Susceptible to Light, and Let us Dance.
Nicholas Donavon Jaeger is a gifted musician, author, and teacher. He is the author of the beloved Gideon Wolfgang series, which explores music as a mystical path to self-discovery. Nicholas and Jeni host the Gideon Wolfgang and the Music Podcast, which follows a path of creative mentorship while getting insights from parallels in the series.
