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SUMMARY:Bluegrass Pickin' Circle
DESCRIPTION:At the Balch: Join us for an old fashioned bluegrass pickin’ circle with Beard & Banjo (aka storyteller & banjo player Tony Fuentes). Tony will kick things off with a performance\, then lead an open jam where all pickers are welcome and encouraged to join in. Whether you play or just want to hang out and take it in\, it’s going to be a lively night!  \nFood and drinks will be flowing (with a special guest – stay tuned). Happy hour specials\, beer & wine will be available in the lobby; full menu in the dining room 5 – 8pm. All ages welcome.
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LOCATION:The Balch Hotel\, 40 South Heimrich Street\, Dufur\, OR\, 97021\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenna Ellefson: Live music
DESCRIPTION:Live at the Balch: Jenna Ellefson is a singer-songwriter\, banjo player\, and member of the Portland-based folk trio Yellow Birds. In her solo element\, her audience can expect authenticity\, a living room feel\, and a light-hearted approach to genuine connection.  \n“Folkstress Jenna Ellefson has proven she can turn even the hardest souls into pure putty. The Portlander’s chalky voice\, coupled with delicate and minimalistic folkscapes\, makes for quite the serenade.”  – Willamette Week \n▶️ Take a listen/watch here: tinyurl.com/ellefson-preview \nCOST: Live music at the Balch is always free for guests lodging or dining. Orders from the Bistro and bar help keep our artists playing – thank you!  \nDINING: Tables (full service) are by reservation\, and hold your spot for the show. (Reserve tables here: tinyurl.com/bistro1907.) Lawn seating is open (no res required) with counter service at Bistro 1907. No outside food or beverage\, please & thanks!   \nROOM PACKAGE: Looking to make a getaway of it? Book the Patio Sessions Package for extra perks: bundle 10% off rooms along with a $50 dining credit to enjoy dinner during the show\, plus two complimentary drinks or desserts as well. \nLearn more\, stream tracks\, & reserve tables or rooms here: balchhotel.com/music. \nAll ages: concerts are both kid and pet friendly\, but please note we kindly ask overnight guests to be ages 10+\, due to the historic nature of the property and furnishings. \nAbout the Balch Hotel: Tucked in the foothills of Mt. Hood where the Columbia Gorge meets Oregon’s High Desert\, the Balch is a 20-room landmark inn and event venue built in 1907\, just south of The Dalles in the little town of Dufur. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places\, the inn offers historic charm with modern comforts. Guests enjoy a day spa and on-site restaurant\, Bistro 1907\, which showcases local ingredients and wines grown in the Gorge.
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SUMMARY:Merle Law: Live Music
DESCRIPTION:Live at the Balch: Merle Law is a Portland-based singer-songwriter with deep roots in New Orleans and the Northeast.  \nBorn Meredith Law to a Philly drummer and a singer from south Louisiana\, her music is timeless and genre-bending\, with a Southern undercurrent. Formerly performing under the name Palm Sunday\, Merle released the debut album Wishful Thinking showcasing deep\, emotional vocals. Merle’s next full-length album is set to release in 2025. \n▶️ Take a listen/watch here: tinyurl.com/law-preview \nCOST: Live music at the Balch is always free for guests lodging or dining. Orders from the Bistro and bar help keep our artists playing – thank you!  \nDINING: Tables (full service) are by reservation\, and hold your spot for the show. (Reserve tables here: tinyurl.com/bistro1907.) Lawn seating is open (no res required) with counter service at Bistro 1907. No outside food or beverage\, please & thanks!   \nROOM PACKAGE: Looking to make a getaway of it? Book the Patio Sessions Package for extra perks: bundle 10% off rooms along with a $50 dining credit to enjoy dinner during the show\, plus two complimentary drinks or desserts as well. \nLearn more\, stream tracks\, & reserve tables or rooms here: balchhotel.com/music. \nAll ages: concerts are both kid and pet friendly\, but please note we kindly ask overnight guests to be ages 10+\, due to the historic nature of the property and furnishings. \nAbout the Balch Hotel: Tucked in the foothills of Mt. Hood where the Columbia Gorge meets Oregon’s High Desert\, the Balch is a 20-room landmark inn and event venue built in 1907\, just south of The Dalles in the little town of Dufur. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places\, the inn offers historic charm with modern comforts. Guests enjoy a day spa and on-site restaurant\, Bistro 1907\, which showcases local ingredients and wines grown in the Gorge.
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SUMMARY:Rich Swanger: Live
DESCRIPTION:Returning to the Balch by popular demand\, Rich Swanger is a Salem\, Oregon-based songwriter with roots in folk\, gospel\, and country-blues.  \nBorn in the Appalachian hills of Pennsylvania\, Rich found harmony in church choirs and learned the sounds of classic country from his father before eventually moving to the Pacific Northwest in 2004. He’s since earned the top prize in the Portland Folk Festival songwriting category\, released four full-length albums\, and plays regularly around the Pacific Northwest as a solo artist and with his group\, The Little Known Band. \n▶️ Take a listen/watch here: tinyurl.com/swanger-preview \nCOST: Live music at the Balch is always free for guests lodging or dining. Your orders from the Bistro and bar help keep our artists playing – thank you!  \nDINING: Tables (full service) are by reservation\, and hold your spot for the show. (Reserve tables here: tinyurl.com/bistro1907.) Lawn seating is open (no res required) with counter service at Bistro 1907. No outside food or beverage\, please & thanks!   \nROOM PACKAGE: Looking to make a getaway of it? Book the Patio Sessions Package for extra perks: bundle 10% off rooms along with a $50 dining credit to enjoy dinner during the show\, plus two complimentary drinks or desserts as well. \nLearn more\, stream tracks\, & reserve tables or rooms here: balchhotel.com/music. \nAll ages: concerts are both kid and pet friendly\, but please note we kindly ask overnight guests to be ages 10+\, due to the historic nature of the property and furnishings. \nAbout the Balch Hotel: Tucked in the foothills of Mt. Hood where the Columbia Gorge meets Oregon’s High Desert\, the Balch is a 20-room landmark inn and event venue built in 1907\, just south of The Dalles in the little town of Dufur. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places\, the inn offers historic charm with modern comforts. Guests enjoy a day spa and on-site restaurant\, Bistro 1907\, which showcases local ingredients and wines grown in the Gorge.
URL:https://www.gorgecurrent.com/event/rich-swanger-live/
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SUMMARY:Summer Harvest Winemaker's Dinner
DESCRIPTION:A 5-COURSE WINE-PAIRED EVENING WITH SHADOWBUCK WINERY & BISTRO 1907 AT THE BALCH HOTEL \nShadowBuck Winery & Farm — the Northwest’s first 100% solar winery and ranch — sits in the hills just beyond Dufur. On Saturday\, September 6\, their wines and lamb take center stage at the historic Balch Hotel’s alfresco Summer Harvest Wine Dinner. \nBistro 1907 (the hotel’s in-house restaurant) will present a five-course menu that celebrates the season\, including grilled peaches with pinot noir vinaigrette\, basil and feta-dusted vegetables\, ShadowBuck’s own estate-raised lamb\, and a sweet finish of cornbread with mint honey and blueberry compote. Each course pairs with ShadowBuck’s estate-grown wines: sparkling pinot noir\, malbec rosé\, pinot noir pommard\, syrah\, and port-style syrah. \n\nDate: Saturday\, September 6\nTime: 6 – 8 PM\nLocation: Bistro 1907 at the Balch Hotel\nPrice: $105 per person\, includes a welcome pour with amuse bouche pairing\, full 4-course paired dinner\, and gratuity\nMenu: Expect dishes anchored around local\, seasonal produce\, house-grown fruit and vegetables\, and ShadowBuck estate-raised lamb\n\nAdvance tickets are required. Single and two night getaway packages are also available with special rates (10-20% off guest rooms) and package perks. Learn more and book here.
URL:https://www.gorgecurrent.com/event/summer-harvest-winemakers-dinner/
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SUMMARY:Leo Moon: Live
DESCRIPTION:At the Balch: Leo Moon is the solo incarnation of actor\, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist\, Brian Adrian Koch. \nKoch is a current and founding member of the indie band Blitzen Trapper. Appearing now as a solo acoustic performer\, his minimal and haunting tunes are “stripped down paeans to the glorious absurdities of life”. He’s appeared on main stages across the Northwest\, including Shady Pines Festival and Portland Folk Festival\, and is preparing to release a full length solo album\, The Fool. \nTake a listen / watch here \nCOST: The Patio Sessions concert series is a no-cost perk for guests. Thank you for supporting live music by ordering from the Bistro or bar! Not dining\, imbibing\, or lodging? A suggested $10 donation helps keep our artists playing. \nDINING: Tables (full service) are by reservation\, and hold your spot for the show. Lawn seating is open (no res required) with counter service at Bistro 1907. No outside food or beverage\, please & thanks! Tables can be reserved here. \nROOM PACKAGE: Book the Patio Sessions Package for extra perks: bundle 10% off rooms along with a $50 dining credit\, and two complimentary drinks (or desserts). \nBOOKING: Learn more\, stream tracks\, & reserve rooms here: balchhotel.com/music. \nAll ages: Concerts are all ages (and pet friendly)\, but please note we kindly ask overnight guests to be 10+\, due to the historic nature of the property. \nAbout the Balch Hotel: Tucked away in the foothills of Mt. Hood where the Columbia Gorge meets Oregon’s High Desert\, the Balch is a 20-room landmark inn and event venue built in 1907\, just south of The Dalles in the little town of Dufur. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places\, the inn offers historic charm with modern comforts. Guests enjoy a day spa and on-site restaurant\, Bistro 1907\, which showcases local ingredients and wines grown in the Gorge.
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