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www.hoodrivernews.com Hood River News, Saturday, June 6, 2015 ENTERTAINMENT U pdate Russian folk music in The Dalles The St. Petersburg Men’s Ensemble will present selec- tions from Rachmaninoff ’s “All Night Vigil” and Russian folk songs on June 9 at St. Peter’s Landmark in The Dalles. The concert begins at 7 p.m. Admission is a donation at the door. Baugher, Rodgers play Cascade Cliffs June 5 Join Spruce Baugher and Darrin Rodger’s for live music on “your First Friday loopty-do,” at Cascade Cliffs tasting room, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Mark Daley performs at White Buffalo Mark Daly plays the White Buffalo June 11. Mark, out- standing guitarist, vocalist and master of the groove, will lure you to the dance floor with rocking, heartfelt originals. Quenett Winery will be pouring. White Buffalo Wine Bar & Bistro is at 4040 Westcliff Dr. Hood River 541-386-5534. Emporium ‘pop up’ begins this weekend The monthly Emporium pop-up gallery comes to at But- ler Bank Building, 301 Oak St., June 5-6. Emporium will happen at Butler Bank each First Friday through summer, for 21 and over. Numerous local artisans will display and sell their creations, and there will be live music and bever- ages for sale from 5-8 p.m. Emporium will be open for all ages from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. A3 HRMS band serenades Salem By PATRICK MULVIHILL News staff writer From the balcony of the cavernous Oregon House chambers, eighth graders from Hood River Middle School regaled state deci- sion makers with a flutter- ing, jubilant piece. The piece was “Into the Clouds,” which depicts an air plane taking of f in flight—a perfect way to launch the day’s legislative grind. “The (legislators) were very appreciative,” said Re- Submitted photo becca Nederhiser, HRMS EIGHTH GRADERS from Hood River Valley Middle School Symphonic Band provided the Ore- music director. “I heard a few audience members tell gon legislature’s opening ceremony Monday morning at the capitol building in Salem. me later that it was a good reminder to them about the 2010—Nederhiser’s first concert. about Oregon’s legislative power of keeping music in year teaching band. Nederhiser said the new process. schools … they said we were Nederhiser’s classes have group of 21 eighth graders Kids learned how a bill is one of the farthest traveling come full circle. She said were “really enthusiastic” passed, and what it’s like to groups.” her original class of kids is to play in Salem. “A lot of be a representative. John- The band made the trip to graduating from Hood River them had never been down son explained that many the state capitol Monday Valley High School this to the capitol,” she said. representatives have full- morning on an invitation week. The HRVHS farewell While the young musi- time jobs in addition to their from Rep. Mark Johnson (R- concert Wednesday, con- cians were visiting, John- legislative duties—he com- Hood River). The HRMS ducted by Mark Steighner, son showed them where he mutes to Salem during the band last played in Salem in was her original group’s last works and fielded questions annual session. Saturday Market settles into new home Hood River Saturday Market starts its 25th year at a new location, the Oak Street Pub (formerly Horse and Hound), 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Moth Lounge holds grand opening The Moth Lounge (formerly Pint Shack) hosts a grand opening June 5, with a dunk tank featuring Gorge Roller Girls, DJ Elive and more. Look to the skies Sunday night On June 7 comes a unique opportunity to learn from one of the Gorge’s astronomy experts, Paul Kuiper of Mosier. His class, “Our Solar System and Our Galaxy,” happens at 7 p.m. Sunday at Coe Building, with later classes in the series moving to Goldendale observatory. Cost is $50 per person and $60 per family. For details call Community Edu- cation at 541-386-2055 or go to hrcommunityed.org (page 5 in the printed catalog). Walk-ins also welcome. What’s playing at The Pines tasting room In a rare solo performance, Chic Preston will be sharing his own songs which have drawn comparison to those of Dave Carter and Dave Frishberg. Preston performs June 5, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Ryan Kolberg and Anderson Gould will perform at The Pines on June 12, 6-9 p.m., Julie Amici Trio plays Griffin House Sunday Julie Amici Trio brings jazz and blues to The Grif- fin House, 4168 Westcliff Drive, Hood River, June 7 for a 7 p.m. show. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are available for $ 2 0 a t e ve n t b r i t e. c o m ; search for Julie Amici to lo- cate the show. Julie Amici has a strong yet sweet voice reminiscent of the ‘50s when female singers ruled the jazz and blues world of music. Her repertoire combines the jazz of Billie Holiday with the soul of Nina Simone and the sophisticated coun- try of Pasty Cline. Dean Mueller‘s bass play- ing is rooted in the blues chops he earned playing with the finest blues leg- ends in America and tour- ing with the award winning international act, The In- somniacs. For this show they will be accompanied by Chris Carl- son on guitar. Carlson and Mueller have the intrinsic on-stage chemistry that comes from many years play- ing together in the Duffy Bishop Band. Carlson was also the initial guitarist in the Julie Amici Trio. Griffin House provides an intimate outdoor setting for music. Local wine tast- ing will be available, with a portion of those proceeds going to FISH food bank. Submitted photo Dean Mueller and Julie Amici Trellis and Neff Designs host Green Drinks Planning an event, looking to update your home’s interi- or, or interested in learning about what’s new in the White Salmon business district? Join Gorge Owned and Neff De- signs for Green Drinks at Trellis Fresh Flowers and Gifts, 165 E Jewett Blvd, White Salmon, on June 10 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Sample beer from Everybody’s Brewing, wine from Major Creek Cellars, and food from Pioneer Pizza as you browse Trellis’ inventory of home furnishings and gifts. Plus, learn tips for summer home and garden decorating from Ashley Neff, owner of Neff Designs, a local interior designer of both residential and commercial projects. Brought to you by Gorge Owned and member businesses, Green Drinks is a monthly networking event that aims to raise awareness about environmentally friendly business practices while providing a quality networking opportunity for members of the community. Suggested donation of $5; free for GO! members. For more information, visit gorgeowned.org/green-drinks. Gorge Owned is a 501.c.3 member-supported organization with a mission to help people invest in a strong local econo- my, healthy environment and vibrant community in the Co- lumbia River Gorge. Husum Riverside B and B opens Husum Rierside Bed and Breakfast and Icehouse Patio Café is about to open at 866 Highway 141, Husum, courtesy of the Nice family. Call (509) 281-1181 Gorge Winds presents dual concert June 14 The Gorge Winds Concert Band will hold a combined concert with the Tualatin Valley Community Band on June 14, beginning at 3 p.m. in the Wy’east Middle School Per- forming Arts Center. The Gorge Winds Concert Band, founded in 2000, is a vol- unteer organization comprised of over 50 men and women in the Mid-Columbia Gorge area and performs in many venues throughout the Gorge, including Hood River, The Dalles, Trout Lake and Goldendale. The concert band meets every Thursday at The Dalles Middle School, 1100 E. 12th Street, The Dalles, from 7-9 p.m. For more information, contact Sam Grotte, Music Director, at 509-493-1082. Climate Action Network hosts Dana Lyons June 20 Singer Dana Lyons will give a benefit show June 20 for the Columbia Gorge Climate Action Network, at 7:15 p.m. at Riverside Community Church. Donations are encouraged at $15. Proceeds go to Dana Lyons and the Climate Action Network. Also, local businesses are donating dishes to be a part of a dinner open to the public. The dinner will start at 6 p.m. for all who are interested in coming early to share a meal before the concert. Cedar Creek Alpacas hosts ‘open farm’ Join Cedar Creek Alpacas of Cook, Wash., for some sum- mer fun on the farm June 13-14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Come meet the newest members of the herd while enjoying live music by long-time Gorge musicians Scot Bergeron and Rebecca Stonestreet, Saturday at noon. Enjoy a picnic lunch of hot dogs and chips or bring your own if you wish. Guest fiber artists will be demonstrating the art of spin- ning and weaving. Our farm is family friendly; come check out our children’s activities. The farm store will be open with new products, including a large variety of socks, hand knit items, hand spun yarns and felted art, and raw alpaca fiber from the latest shearing. The farm is located at 182 McNichols Rd, Cook, just four miles off Highway 14 at milepost 56; 541-604-5765, www.cedarcreekalpacas.net. Great Whites! Memaloose has the widest selection of white wines in the Gorge. Stop by our stunning tasting room in Lyle to sample some of these bright and vibrant whites. Open daily, 11:00-6:00 Submitted photo DRUMMER’S VIEW of the Skamania County Fairgrounds, during the 2014 Blues and Brews. Blues and Brews returns June 26-27 Stevenson’s signature event returns for its 22nd year, June 26-27, when Gorge Blues and Brews Festival hits the Skamania County Fairgrounds, 650 SW Rock Creek Drive. The festival blends music, craft brews and food. The Friday night segment features all things local from 6 to 10 p.m. Walking Man Brewery, Backwoods Brew- ing and Thunder Island Brewing will be pouring brews and there will be a se- lection of local wine. Tasty barbecue will be available, hot off the grill, from the Stevenson Eagles Lodge and Stevenson High School Se- nior Parents. Bring your boo- gie shoes because some of the best of our home grown musicians, Johnny Lyle Dodds and Skamaniaxe, will have you on your feet all evening. Admission is free, and camping is available on- site if you want to come early and stay late. Camp- sites can be reserved in ad- vance via www.tickettoma- to.com. on the patio and Hood River’s best steaks! Admission is open to those 21 years and over only on both Friday and Saturday; no minors will be allowed on the festival grounds. The cost for admission on Saturday is $20 per person and includes a commemorative beer mug or wine glass. Memaloose / Idiot’s Grace 34 State Street (HWY 14) Lyle, WA 98635 WinesoftheGorge.com HUGE SELECTION FROM THE eMAX 22HP TO THE POWERFUL mPOWER 85HP $0 BEST WARRANTY IN THE BUSINESS Cash Down & O% Interest for 84 Months Max 26 HP Backhoe shown. W i l d C o l u m b i a S a l m o n FRESH SALMON CAUGHT DAILY King Salmon H APPY H OUR HOOD RIVER NEWS (ISSN 07465823) is published twice weekly, every Wednesday and Saturday. 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