Gelli Plate Monoprinting
2025-12-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us for a playful and creative evening exploring the art of gelli plate printing—a versatile and accessible form of monoprinting. Using soft, flexible plates, you’ll experiment with layering acrylic paint, textures, stencils, and found images to create one-of-a-kind prints. Gelli printing is a process full of happy surprises—perfect for both beginners and seasoned artists who want to loosen up and explore new techniques. You’ll leave with a collection of vibrant, layered prints and plenty of inspiration to keep experimenting at home.
All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity!
Date: Friday December 19
Time: 6pm-8pm
Ages: 10+
Cost: $50
Location: Tokki Art Supply

Advent Concert Series – Christmas Jazz
2025-12-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Riverside Community Church, UCC, 317 State St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Jazz renditions of your favorite (or most insufferable) Christmas songs by Tim Mayer (piano), Mike Grodner (drums), Chris Friesen (bass), Dave Henehan (guitar), Lydia Warren (vocals). As usual, Tim Mayer and his group of outstanding musicians will put together a number of jazzy and soulful renditions of Christmas music, some new, some familiar, all unique.

Friday Noon Advent Concert Series
2025-12-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Riverside Community Church, UCC, 317 State St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
At Riverside Community Church, Hood River: It’s Riverside’s 52nd year presenting Advent Concerts on Friday at Noon in downtown Hood River. This Friday, Dec. 19 features long-time Advent Concert favorites Tim Mayer and Friends. Mayer will be joined by drummer Mike Grodner, guitarist Dave Henehan, and bassist Chris Freisen. Mayer, a composer and consummate jazz pianist, directs the band. He is also the director of Riverside’s Gospel Ensemble.

Community Meditation and Book Club
2025-12-19 10:30 - 12:00 | Hood River Adult Center, 2010 Sterling Place, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Gorge Happiness is excited to announce the next Community Meditation & Book Club series. Circle runs 10:30 am-noon on September 19th this month and continues through the fall and winter. We will be reading JoySpan by Dr. Kerry Burnight. This book gets great reviews on GoodReads and comes highly recommended. The circle is free. No need to RSVP. Please purchase or get a copy of the book from the library to read along with the group. This community circle is made possible through the support of Gorge Happiness, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting wellbeing in our community.No need to read anything from the book before our first meeting. We will read and discuss a chapter every 2 weeks.Each circle includes:~ Time for connection and reflection~ Mindfulness Meditation~ Time for book chapter discussionCome as you are–even if you haven’t read the chapter! We want to sit in community circle with you.Remaining dates are:January 9th and 23rdFebruary 6th and 20thMarch 6th and 20th
Offered freely.Questions? Contact Emily Martin 503-358-1949

🎁 Holiday Gift-Wrapping Station - Free! All month
2025-12-19 10:00 - 15:00 | WA
Holiday Gift-Wrapping Station – Free! The Dalles-Wasco County Public Library Dec 1-24thDrop in and wrap your holiday gifts at the library! We’ll provide all the supplies—festive giftwrap and bags, tissue paper, ribbons, tags, tape, and more. Just bring your gifts, and enjoy a cozy, stress-free wrapping experience.Stop by anytime now through December 24th during open hours and add a little extra sparkle to your season!

Jon Bennett (and You) vs. Jason Donovan in Dumb Trivia (Interactive Comedy Show)
2025-12-18 19:30 - 22:30 | The Ruins, Railroad Street 13, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Tickets: https://www.tickettomato.com/event/9777
Join us for an interactive night of comedy meets trivia: Cheating, swearing, and giving up are encouraged. Everybody loses!
Honestly, it’s probably better if you don’t ask questions and just grab your friends some tickets. It’s one of those “you had to be there” things. But possibly even weirder, as it involves what Jon calls “the worst board game made in our lives.”
We’re going to play one of the most difficult and baffling board games of all time about early 90s Aussie heart throb, soap and pop star Jason Donovan.
Can you win dumb trivia? Can you beat beloved Australian heartthrob Jason Donovan? Come find out.
“Bennett had me laughing harder than I have in recent memory.” – Montreal Theatre Hub
“Exactly what the audiences want. A lot of fun to be had.” – The West Australian
“His silly antics are made endearing by his immediately likable persona.” – Westmount Magazine
Jon Bennett has received countless 5-star reviews in reputable publications worldwide and won awards such as Funniest Show Award in the London Fringe, Critics’ Choice Award for Best Solo Show at the Orlando Fringe, and a Golden Gibbo Award Nomination at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
Tickets: $25 advance, $35 door
Online ticket sales stop at 5:00 pm, 2.5 hours before the show. Tickets will be available at the door starting at 6:30 pm the day of the show (if any remain).
Questions? Email gorgespeakeasy@gmail.com.
Doors open at 6:30pm | 18+ | Indoor show | Pets not allowed | Tickets non-refundable

Stand Up Comedy Showcase
2025-12-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Hood River Brewing Co. Taproom, 101 4th St., Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Dry Bar Comedy favorite Philip Kopczynski headlines this weeks free event. Opener David Kildal is a Portlands funniest Person finalist. After the feature local comedians take the mic for 5 minute sets.
7pm door, 7:30 show
Host Yu Chin Tsai
Suggested $10 donation goes 100% to comedians and host

Gallery Opening featuring artist Eric Treusch
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Thunder Island Brewing Company, 601 NW Wa Na Pa Street, Cascade Locks, OR, 97014, US
TIB is excited to be featuring a new artist every two months in our Hiker’s Lounge! Come view local artist’s work, purchase your favorite pieces during their feature and celebrate the artist during their gallery opening.
December 2025 – January 2026 Featured Artist: Eric Treusch
Gallery Opening: December 18th, 2025 from 6-8pm in the Hiker’s Lounge at Thunder Island Brewing
About the Artist:
Eric is an artist, musician, skier and outdoorsman. He creates a variety of handcrafted goods and photography from the foothills of the majestic Cascade Mountains at Ravencloud Supply Co.
Come celebrate Eric and view his work with us! Cheers

"Floral Fence" Paint Party
2025-12-18 17:30 - 20:30 | Thunder Island Brewing Company, 601 NW Wa Na Pa Street, Cascade Locks, OR, 97014, US
Join us for a relaxing paint party experience with local artist Aries Art NW at Thunder Island Brewing Co. in Cascade Locks, OR!
Seats are limited- don’t wait to reserve yours!! (16+ ONLY)
Tickets include paint workshop PLUS 1 drink ticket, good on any beverage.
Food and beverages will also be available for purchase throughout event!
We’re painting a Floral Fence that can easily be customized to your taste- attendees are encouraged to explore their own creative visions & everyone leaves with a unique work of art! Together we’ll be following the steps for a more SEASONALLY inspired Floral Fence, but you can easily customize this piece to any theme or season.
GREAT GIFT IDEA! Whether it’s the workshop experience, or your completed work of art!
NO experience necessary! Step-by-step instructions to guide you through.
Come support these local businesses while connecting with neighbors!
Painting begins at 5:30pm sharp- please arrive 15-30 minutes beforehand to get situated before the lesson begins.
2.5 hours total with a break at the half!
This is an indoor event in a small space. Painters will be sat within 2-3′ of one another, we encourage you to bring your face mask if this makes you most comfortable!
www.thunderislandbrewing.com
www.ariesartnw.com

G.E.M. Holiday Social – FREE Community Gathering!
2025-12-18 17:30 - 19:30 | FISH Food Bank Community Meeting Room, 1130 Tucker Road, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
✨GEM Holiday Social + Potluck ✨
Time to celebrate the holiday with a potluck dinner and the sharing of what is happening in GEM!!
Please bring a dish to share if you can!

https://gorge-em.org/gem-events/holiday-social

Makers Market
2025-12-18 17:30 - 19:30 | pFriem Family Brewers, Portway Avenue 707, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join uniquely talented creators for a local Makers Market, just in time for the Holidays! Browse handcrafted wares while sipping your favorite pFriem beer. The Markets have featured a variety of crafts, woodwork, art, clothing, cards, chocolate, and more!

Holiday Market & Ugly Christmas Sweater Party!
2025-12-18 17:00 - 20:00 | KickStand Coffee & Kitchen, 1235 State St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us for our annual Holiday Market & Ugly Christmas Sweater Party from 5-8pm, Thursday December 18th! Grab a cocktail, and finish up your Christmas shopping – ugliest Christmas Sweater wins a $50 gift card (Announced at 8:30pm, must be present to win).

Moonbeam Daydream (skincare)
Hood River Candle Co (Candles)
Knotty Knits by Amanda (Handmade knits)
Lillis Jewels (Jewelry)
Vivid Tunnel Vision (Handpainted hats)
Yotee (fleece hats & upcycled clothing)

In addition, Goodwynn’s has a plethora of fun holiday gifts, INSANE sale prices on new and rental bikes.

Stamped Necklace Workshop
2025-12-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Grateful Vineyard, 6670 Trout Creek Ridge Rd., Mount Hood, OR, 97041, United States
Get ready to unleash your creativity and craft a unique stamped necklace designs at our Jewelry Making Workshop at Grateful Vineyards.

Join us at Grateful Vineyard on December 18th, 2025 at 5:00 PM for a creative and fun experience. Learn how to create unique stamped necklace designs that reflect your style and personality. No prior experience is needed – bring your enthusiasm and creativity! Get ready to unleash your inner artist and walk away with a beautiful piece of jewelry that you can proudly wear or gift to someone special. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore your creativity in a welcoming and inspiring environment. See you there!

Sign Up at https://TiffanyAnneStudiosGrateful.eventbrite.com

Adult Drop-In Tech Help
2025-12-18 10:00 - 12:00 | White Salmon Valley Community Library, 77 NE Wauna Av., White Salmon, WA, 98672, United States
Bring your device and your questions to meet with a staff member to get basic tech help and find answers to your questions about your mobile device, e-reader, websites, and more.
Thursdays between 10am-12pm. No appointment needed.
For Adults 18+
https://www.facebook.com/events/1517350142876986/?event_time_id=1517350146210319

Wasco County Sheriff's Food Drive - Feeding Hope 2025
2025-12-18 08:00 - 17:00 | WA
Mon Dec 1st 9:00am – Fri 19th 3:00pm

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Dec. 1-19th Maupin Market; Dec. 6th Dean Dollarhide Insurance Office; Dec. 12th The Ranger Station Restaurant – Dufur; Dec. 18th Wamic Store UNITED STATES

Wasco County Sheriff’s Office
The Wasco County Sheriff’s Office is kicking off its first annual food drive benefiting our local food banks right here in Wasco County. Every donation helps a neighbor in need this holiday season.
We are collecting UNEXPIRED & NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ONLY.
Ongoing Drop-Off Location (starting tomorrow!):
December 1 – 19: Maupin Market, Maupin
Don’t forget to mark your calendar for our special collection events (details below) and receive a special commemorative sticker. Thank you for helping us feed hope in our community.
Saturday, December 6 from 9 AM – 1 PM
Dean Dollarhide – State Farm Agent, 503 E 2nd St, The Dalles
Friday. December 12 from 3 – 7 PM
The Ranger Station- Dufur, OR, , OR, 25 Heimrich St, Dufur
Thursday, December 18 from 11 AM – 3 PM
Wamic Store, 27016 Wamic Market Rd, Wamic
#WCSOFoodDrive #WascoCounty #FeedingHope #CommunitySupport #Oregon

Jason JT Thomas & Chad Rupp w/special guest Timmer Blakely
2025-12-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Taphouse, 208 Oak St., Hood River, OR, United States, Oregon 97031
Jason JT Thomas & Chad Rupp with special guest Timmer Blakely join host Rod Steward for a night of jump jivin down home blues.

Live Music feat. Al Hare
2025-12-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Hood River Brewing Co. Taproom, 101 4th St., Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Come catch this local favorite playing 1st and 3rd Wednesdays in the taproom every month. His solo music covers a wide variety of 90s and modern country mixed with 80’s rock and current pop.

Drawing Basics: Animals
2025-12-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us in an evening of drawing focused on the essentials of drawing animals. Students will be taught how to break down their subject into simple and geometric shapes and build upon their sketches for a more detailed final drawing. We will try to capture the personalities of each animal.
All materials provided.
Date: Wednesday December 17
Time: 6pm-8pm
Ages: 12+
Cost: $50
Location: Tokki Art Supply

Bricks & Brews Christmas!
2025-12-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Last Stop Saloon, 209 E 2nd Street, The Dalles, OR, 97058, United States
Join us for a night of family fun, food, beverages, and LEGO! Build your LEGO set or freebuild as you dine at Last Stop. Full Sail is partnering with a Tap Takeover. There will be prizes, giveaways, and so much more. Building the LEGO is FREE!

Reiki 1 Training
2025-12-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Beacon Rock State Park Washington, Beacon Rock State Park Washington
✨ Reiki I Training — Dec 17th | 10:00am–3:30pm ✨Address provided Upon Booking ( This Is a Private Residence ) Stevenson Wa, Beacon Rock Area
With Crystal, Beecons Yoga
Investment $222
Step into the sacred art of Reiki and discover a practice that nurtures, restores, and empowers you from the inside out. In this Reiki I training, you will be introduced to the foundations of Usui Reiki, exploring the history, principles, and roots of this gentle yet profound healing modality.
Together, we’ll journey through:
🌿 Usui Reiki History — the origins, the teachings, and the intention behind this lineage.
✨ What Reiki Is — understanding universal life force energy and how it flows through us.
👐 Self-Reiki & Supporting Loved Ones — learning how to use Reiki to support your own well-being and offer calming, grounded energy to friends and family.
🌸 Spiritual Practices — woven throughout the day to help anchor you deeply into your body, your intuition, and your connection with Reiki.
Reiki is universal life force energy — it holds no religious affiliation, no dogma, and no required belief system. It meets you exactly where you are. Anyone, from any background, at any stage of life’s journey, can be attuned and practice. Reiki honors your unique path and simply amplifies what is already within you: your inner wisdom, your capacity to love, and your natural ability to heal.
Reiki is love in motion.A softening.A remembering.A profound gift to yourself.
If you feel the call to open your hands and heart to this practice, I invite you to join me for Reiki I on December 17th from 10am–3:30pm.
Come home to your energy. Come home to your heart.

Cascade Singers - annual Christmas tradition of Handel's Messiah.
2025-12-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Zion Lutheran Church – ELCA, 101 W 10th St, The Dalles, OR, 97058, US
For singers/musicians in The Dalles/Gorge community: Cascade Singers is reviving the annual Christmas tradition of Handel’s Messiah.
If you’re interested in singing with us, rehearsals are Monday evenings at 6:30pm at Zion Lutheran Church (101 W 10th St, TD). Scores will be provided for all singers through grants from Wasco County Cultural Trust and Oregon Community Foundation.
Community members are welcome to join us for the free concert at 7pm on Saturday, December 16th at Zion Lutheran Church.

Sugarplum, A Nutcracker-Inspired Holiday Showcase
2025-12-16 18:30 - 21:30 | Columbia Arts Gallery, Cascade Avenue 215, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Step into a world of wonder this holiday season with Sugarplum, Columbia Arts’ annual winter performance showcase. Featuring local live music, dance and performance art, Sugarplum is a festive experience for all ages. Whether you’re looking to start a new tradition or support this community’s incredible talent, this showcase brings together the warmth of the holidays and the vibrancy of local artistry.

Christmas Concert w/the Pop Rocks Show Band and the Senior Zingers
2025-12-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Mid-Columbia Senior Center, 1112 W 9th St, The Dalles, OR, United States, Oregon 97058
Come to the Christmas Concert at the Mid-Columbia Senior Center in The Dalles! The Pop Rocks Show Band & The Senior Zingers are performing live!

Sing Along!
2025-12-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Adams Creek CoHousing – Common House, 413 Adams Creek Pl, Hood River, 97031
A folk music sing along. All welcome, lyrics and accompaniment provided.

Chasing Ebenezer (Duo)
2025-12-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Everybody’s Brewing, 177 E Jewett Blvd, White Salmon, WA, 98672, US
Chasing Ebenezer is a world folk-rock band based in Portland, Oregon. With influences from Celtic, African, and Middle Eastern music, their songs make it hard for audiences to sit still. Their tunes are alive with bohemian violin licks and an ever-increasing array of instruments. The band is fronted by husband and wife team Benjamin & Heidi Beth Sadler.
Similar Artists: John Butler Trio, Ben Harper, Burlap to Cashmere, Dave Matthews Band, Loreena McKennitt

Makerspace Monday: Paper Quilling Youth Workshop
2025-12-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Hood River County Extension, Experiment Station Drive, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us for a free youth workshop on Monday, December 15th from 6:00-7:30pm.

Kids ages 8+ are invited to learn the art of paper quilling and create a unique handmade card at OSU Extension Office-Hood River County.

This event is capped at 20 participants. Registration is REQUIRED: please register by emailing grace.wesson@oregonstate.edu or calling our office: (541)386-3343

Cub Scout Holiday Party
2025-12-15 16:30 - 18:00 | Stevenson Community Library
Holiday themed games and projects!
Please RSVP so we can make sure to have enough supplies for the kids!

TESTING, 1, 2… Alonzo live music
2025-12-14 19:30 - 21:30 | The Trillium Tavern, 207 Oak St, Hood River, 97031
at TRILLIUM TAVERN …that being the name of the duo of Alonzo Garbanzo and Kerry Williams, and we shall play and sing unto you in a most pleasing manner, as is our wont.

The Dalles Worship Choir's Concert: All Creation Sings!
2025-12-14 17:30 - 19:00 | The Dalles First Christian Church, 909 Court St, The Dalles, OR, 97058, United States
The Dalles Worship Choir hopes you will join us for a night of Christmas, Gospel, and Worship music. Free admission.

*SOLD OUT* A John Prine Christmas with Jenner Fox Band
2025-12-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Sunday, December 14th, 2025
$20 Advance // $25 Day Of Show5pm Doors / 6pm ShowAll Ages
A JOHN PRINE CHRISTMASEver wonder what John Prine has to do with Christmas? Ever wished the beloved songwriter had more to do with sleigh bells, eggnog, and Old Saint Nick. Well, in 1994 Prine released his 11th LP titled, “A John Prine Christmas.” The critics didn’t acclaim it much, but with titles such as “Silent Night All Day Long ” and “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus,” it’s still Prine at his lovely wry best, bringing Christmas home.
We are proud to present “A John Prine Christmas” – a night of your favorite songs featuring folk troubadour and Prine scholar, Jenner Fox, with his all-star band. The evening will weave together Prine’s classic hits, his holiday themed songs, stories, and lots of singing along. Come prepared to laugh and cry and ho ho ho your way through celebrating a true American original.
JENNER FOX BAND“The Jenner Fox Band invites us to sit still, to breathe, and to notice what we’ve been missing. Intimate, present, and unadorned.” – Atwood Magazine
“The carefully crafted songs see-saw between epic and subtle, finding poetry in the mundane.” – Cascadia Daily News
“A stunning album that should make many a sleeper ‘Best of list.” – Glide Magazine
The Bellingham, WA based band features musicians from Polecat, Gregory Alan Isakov, Noah Gunderson, and Petty or Not. Deeply grounded in the roots of storytelling, trees, rivers, and chuckles, their unique perspective brings moments of beauty that often get ignored or discarded. All of the band members have the talent to occupy the spotlight, but the grace in which they collaborate and prop each other up is magic. This is a band on the rise and a show not to be missed!
