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Saturday, July 15, 2017 ENTERTAINMENT East Oregonian Page 3C It takes a village to make a ruckus Ruckus in the Boonies kicks off July 27 merchandise, food and a miniature golf tournament. This year’s headliner is Billy Don Burns, a singer-songwriter By TAMMY MALGESINI who has written songs for Willie East Oregonian Nelson and other accomplished country artists. Knowing that Burns was touring this summer, Harris Featuring everything from used his connections with mutual Americana, country punk and friends to lure him to Ruckus. metal to rock, bluegrass and folk “Billy is amazing,” Harris said. musicians, Ruckus in the Boonies is “He’s one of outlaw country’s best- blasting into Heppner for its fourth kept secrets.” year. Co-headliners are the Urban The brainchild of Aaron Harris, Pioneers from Austin, Texas, The aka Dog Bite Harris, the home- Harmed Brothers, hailing from grown country boy decided to bring Portland, and Husky Burnette of the music to the people of rural Denver. Eastern Oregon. Since its inception, The inaugural Ruckus was the music festival has grown each attended by 300 people and the year. This year’s event features LORIN WALKER second year attracted 600 — which MADSEN more than 40 bands and solo acts. prompted a move from Bucknum’s “My vision for this is big, I want to the fairgrounds. The 2016 event, to take it as far as I can,” Harris Harris said, drew more than 1,000 said. “I love the fact new exciting people. While competition is stiff things are coming to our area to to attract top musicians, Harris does experience the beauty we have what he can to bring in big name here.” acts while keeping ticket prices While not everyone in the small reasonably affordable. Morrow County In addition, Harris plays town has embraced a set and makes stage the ruckus, Harris is time available for other extremely appreciative local musicians. of the huge support Harris himself of local sponsors continues to evolve and others who help with his own music. put on the festival. Growing up, watching He receives regular people he cares about feedback from people die and being a family applauding his efforts. man have all contrib- Undaunted by the few uted to changes. naysayers, Harris will “The fi re for music continue to pour his is still in me, it just efforts into the festival. burns different,” he “At the end of the T ACOUSTA NOIR SMOKESTACK NNICUT said. U day as long as I can H RELICS S E JAM For more informa- walk away breaking tion about Ruckus in even, we will keep Contributed photos by One Eyed Banks Photography the Boonies, including doing what we do,” he for ticket sales, visit said. www.ruckusintheboonies.com or music will continue until the wee packages are still available. The festival kicks off with the for the festival’s main event. The festival’s gates open Friday, hours of Sunday morning. Festival There will be some downtime search Facebook. Ruckus Pre-Funk Party Thursday, ——— July 27 beginning at 6 p.m. at July 28 at 4 p.m. at the Morrow pases are $40, which includes three for sleeping and camping, Harris Contact Community Editor Fairgrounds, 74473 nights of camping (locals can buy said. However, when the music’s Bucknum’s Tavern, 152 N. Main County St., Heppner. There’s a $5 cover Highway 74, Heppner. There will them for $20 at Bucknum’s). There rockin’, it will pretty much be Tammy Malgesini at tmalgesini@ charge. A half-dozen bands will be a separate area for all-ages is an additional fee for recreational non-stop. In addition, the Ruckus eastoregonian.com or 541-564- warm up the 21-and-older crowd concert-goers, Harris said. The vehicle passes and a few motel in the Boonies features vendors, 4539 BRIEFLY Melissa Cunnington to belt out songs during park series IRRIGON — Known for her sultry vocal tone, Melissa Cunnington is a professional vocalist who studied vocal music in college and has performed in several ensembles for years around the country. Living and teaching in Milton-Freewater, Cunnington frequently performs in the area and is the featured performer for the Monday, July 17 Music in the Parks. The free concert starts at 7 p.m. at Irrigon Marina Park. People are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair. In addition, food will be available for purchase. Cunnington’s musical interests and genres include jazz, blues, rhythm & blues and pop. Her ability to change from soft and sultry to full-on belting is something that audiences look forward to hearing. Music in the Parks series alternates between Boardman and Irrigon marina parks each Monday though Aug. 14. For more information, call Tami Sherer at 541-571-0844. To hear Cunnington’s voice, visit www.reverbnation.com/melissacunnington. Cory Peterson Band plays familiar tunes in Ione IONE — Coming on the heels of opening for Sunny Ledfurd in Spokane, the Cory Peterson Band is returning to their home turf to perform during Ione Music in the Park. The frontman for the band is a 2009 Ione High School graduate and the group always draws a crowd in his hometown. In addition to performing original songs, the band will play a variety of country and classic rock tunes that are familiar to audiences. The free outdoor concert is Saturday, July 22 at 6 p.m. at Ione City Park. People are invited to bring blankets, chairs and a cooler and enjoy the evening. In case of inclement weather, the music will be moved to the Ione American Legion Hall, 325 W. Second St. Kid Rock hints at potential U.S. Senate run in Michigan LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Kid Rock for U.S. Senate? The musician from suburban Detroit is teasing his potential 2018 candidacy, though it is news to Michigan Republicans. Kid Rock, who was born Robert Ritchie, said Wednesday that a website hinting at his campaign — www.kidrockforsenate.com — is legit. “I have had a ton of emails and texts asking me if this website is real,” he said on Facebook and Twitter. “The answer is an absolute YES. Stay tuned, I will have a major announcement in the near future.” Michigan Republican Party Chairman Ron Weiser said he had not heard from Ritchie, who endorsed GOP presidential candidates Donald Trump in 2016 and Mitt Romney in 2012. “It could be a publicity ploy. Don’t know,” Weiser said in a text message. Third-term Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow is up for re-election in 2018 after easily winning in 2012 and 2006. Republican candidates include former Michigan Supreme Court Justice Bob Young Jr. and businesswoman Lena Epstein. Democrats traditionally have fared well in statewide federal elections in Michigan. But Trump’s narrow victory over Hillary Clinton in the state — the fi rst for a GOP presidential nominee in 28 years — has given Republicans some optimism about facing the popular Stabenow. Epstein, herself a political newcomer, welcomed Ritchie to “the party” and said she hopes they can campaign together. WHAT TO DO Festivals the Milton-Freewater artist said, “Inspiration for me can pop up at any time and in any place.” Pendleton Whisky Music Fest •Saturday, July 15, 4:30 p.m., gates open •Pendleton Round-Up Stadium www.pendletonwhiskymusicfest.com $70-$175/reserved seats. Kickoff party fea- tures DJ Sovern-T and The FrogHollow Band. Music festival headliner is Maroon 5. Opening acts are MAGIC!, Runaway June and Little McKay Creek Band. Camping available. Veteran Benefi t Expo •Saturday, July 15; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. •Deschutes Fair & Expo Center, Redmond www.expo.oregondva.com Free. Presented by Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs, features 75 information booths, job fair, kids’ activities and live enter- tainment with DD214s, Got Your Six and come- dian Juan Canopii. Tamkaliks Pow Wow •Friday, July 21, 7 p.m.; Saturday, July 22 and Sunday, July 23, 9 a.m. •Tamkaliks Pow Wow Grounds, Wallowa www.wallowanezperce.org/tamkaliks Free. Celebration and recognition of the continuing Nez Perce presence in the Wallowa Valley includes (Friday) basket weaving and beading instruction followed by dance roll call at 7 p.m.; (Saturday) horse parade (9 a.m.), so- cial dancing, Women Warriors ceremony and dance roll calls at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.; (Sunday) Washat service, Friendship Feast and champi- onship dancing. Vendors, free camping on the grounds, food, raffl es and more throughout the weekend. Irrigon Watermelon Festival •Saturday, July 29 •Irrigon Marina Park www.facebook.com/irrigonwatermelonfes- tival Free admission. Parade (10 a.m.), live en- tertainment, raffl es, vendors, food, boat rides, kids’ activities, a street dance (9 p.m. to mid- night) and lots of watermelon. Art, Museums & Authors “A Love of Western Color” •Monday-Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Satur- days; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. •Pendleton Art + Frame, 36 S.W. Court Ave. Free. Features watercolors and fl uid acryl- ic paintings by The Dalles artist Mary Rollins. Runs through Aug. 31. Ozark Hippie Exhibit •Monday-Thursdays; 11 a.m-7 p.m., •Friday-Saturdays; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. •Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. www.hermistonlibrary.us Free. The work of Hermiston artist Kim La Plant, aka Ozark Hippie, is on display. Runs through July 31. “Collected Works: Black and White” •Monday-Thursdays; 10 a.m-8 p.m.; Friday/ Saturdays; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. •Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. www.pendletonlibrary.weebly.com Free. The work of Walla Walla artist Susan How is on display. Runs through Aug. 31. Music Herrick •Saturday, July 15; 8 p.m. No cover •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission Melissa Cunnington •Monday, July 17; 7 p.m. •Irrigon Marina Park Free. As part of the Music in the Parks se- ries, which alternates weekly between Board- man and Irrigon marina parks. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Food available for purchase. Holiday Friends •Wednesday, July 19; 6-8 p.m. •Roy Raley Park, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton www.facebook.com/soundslikeentertain- mentbooking Free. As part of the Wednesdays in the Park, the Astoria-based band opens the sea- son. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for the fam- ily-friendly shows. Food, beer and wine avail- able for purchase. Groove City •Friday, July 21; Saturday, July 22; 8 p.m. No cover •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission The Fire •Friday, July 21; 7 p.m. •Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton www.pendletonarts.org $15. Scottish fi ddle champion Rebecca Lomnicky and musicians David Brewer and Adam Hendey return to present their unique blend of traditional and contemporary Scottish music. Cory Peterson Band •Saturday, July 22; 6 p.m. •Ione City Park No cover. As part of the monthly Music in the Park concert series, features the local group country group. Bring lawn chairs or blan- kets and a cooler. Dallin Puzey •Monday, July 24; 7 p.m. •Boardman Marina Park Free. As part of the Music in the Parks se- ries, which alternates weekly between Board- man and Irrigon marina parks. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Food available for purchase. Foxtails Brigade •Wednesday, July 26; 6-8 p.m. •Roy Raley Park, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton www.facebook.com/soundslikeentertain- mentbooking Free. Wednesdays in the Park features the San Francisco-based band. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for the family-friendly shows. Food, beer and wine available for purchase. Night life DJ music •Saturdays, 8 p.m. •The Pheasant, 149 E. Main St., Hermiston PDX in PDT •Tuesday-Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Satur- days, noon-4 p.m. •Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. www.pendletonarts.org Free. Features selected artists from PDX Contemporary Art, a gallery in Portland’s Pearl District. Also, the Lorenzen Board Room is dis- playing works of Walla Walla photographer Su- san How, who utilizes an early 1900s Brownie box camera. Runs through July 29. Karaoke w/DJ David “In the Darkness I Find Light” LOL Comedy Jam •Tuesday-Sundays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. •Peterson’s Gallery and Chocolatier, 1925 Main St., Baker City www.petersonsgallery.net Free. Features a collection of photos by Amy Friedman shot exclusively at night. Runs through July 30. Steve Nilson •Saturday & Sundays; noon-5 p.m. •Arts Portal Gallery, 508 N. Main St., Mil- ton-Freewater Free. With a variety of mediums and styles, •Saturdays; 8 p.m. •Riverside Sports Bar, 1501 Sixth St., Uma- tilla Watermelon Wrestling •Saturday, July 29; 9 p.m. •Sub Zero Restaurant & Lounge, 100 W. Highway 730, Irrigon Free or $5/after 8 p.m. Cash prizes and followed by Lucky Coyotes dancing. Call 541- 922-4374. •Thursdays; 8 p.m. •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. No cover. July 20: DC Malone; July 27: Su- san Rice Digital Karaoke •Thursdays and Fridays, 8 p.m. •The Pheasant, 149 E. Main St., Hermiston Wine tasting •Fridays, 4-8 p.m. •Sno Road Winery, 111 W. Main St., Echo. Open Mic •First/third Friday each month, 8 p.m.-mid- night •The Packard Tavern, 118 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton www.facebook.com/groups/pendle- tonopenmic Karaoke w/DJ David •Fridays; 8 p.m. •Riverside Sports Bar, 1501 Sixth St., Uma- tilla DJ and dancing •Fridays, 8 p.m. •The Pheasant, 149 E. Main St., Hermiston Cimmi’s Late Night Martini Lounge •Fridays; 9 p.m.-midnight •Virgil’s at Cimmiyotti’s, 137 S. Main St., Pendleton No cover. Features martinis, mixology and music. Theater, stage, fi lm & lectures Stand in the Shadow of the Moon •Sunday, July 16, 6-8 p.m. •Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton Free. Astronomer Shane L. Larson will dis- cuss eclipses and their importance in develop- ing a better understanding of the Earth and its place in the Cosmos. “Despicable Me 3” •Saturday, July 15; 10:30 a.m. •Hermiston Stadium 8 Cinema, 355 W. The- ater Lane www.www.facebook.com/arcofumatilla- county $5. In conjunction with The Arc Umatilla County, sensory-friendly screenings with lights up a little and volume down. Doors open at 10 a.m. Pendleton Movies in the Park •Saturdays; dusk •Community Park, 1000 S.W. 37th St., Pendleton www.facebook.com/PendletonParksRec Free. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Con- cessions available for purchase. July 15: no movie, July 22: “Grease.” Cancellations for in- clement weather posted at the park and Pend- leton Parks & Recreation’s Facebook page. Ione Movies in the Park •Saturdays; dusk •Ione City Park Free. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a cooler. July 15: “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” July 22: no movie. Hermiston Movies in the Park •Fridays; dusk •McKenzie Park, 320 S. First St., Hermiston www.facebook.com/hermistonrec Free. July 21: “Moana,” July 28: LEGO Batman Movie.” Bring a blanket, chairs and snacks. Hot tickets •Ruckus in the Boonies: (features Ameri- cana, country punk, metal, rock, bluegrass and folk artists) July 28-29, Morrow County Fair- grounds, Heppner. Admission includes camp- ing ($40). Some motel packages available via www.ruckusintheboonies.com •Ramón Ayala. July 29 at Wildhorse Re- sort & Casino. Tickets ($39-$109) available via www.wildhorseresort.com •Umatilla County Fair Main Stage: Re- served seats $12-$20. LoCash (Aug. 8), Tra- cy Lawrence (Aug. 9), Marshall Tucker Band (Aug. 10), Latino Night (Aug. 11), Great White (Aug. 12). Tickets via www.umatillacounty.net/ fair •Maryhill Winery Summer Concert Se- ries: Michael McDonald & Boz Scaggs, Aug. 12 ($46-$325), ZZ Top & The Doobie Brothers Aug. 26 ($76-$400), Steve Winwood, Sept. 9 ($46-$86), Goo Goo Dolls & Phillip Phillips, Sept. 17 ($50-$1,500) near Goldendale, Wash- ington. Tickets via www.ticketfl y.com ——— Want to get your event listed in our calen- dar? Send information to community@eastore- gonian.com, or c/o Tammy Malgesini, 333 E. Main Street, Hermiston, OR, 97838.
