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ENTERTAINMENT Saturday, July 7, 2018 PENDLETON East Oregonian Page 3C PENDLETON First Draft welcomes Pacific Northwest landscapes inspires artist Lakota poet/musician ‘Seeing The West’ opens July 13 at Brings Plenty Pendleton’s PENDLETON — Tre- vino L. Brings Plenty, an American Indian poet and musician, is the featured presenter for the July First Draft Writers’ Series. A Lakota, Brings Plenty was born on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation in South Dakota. Some of his work explores the Amer- ican Indian identity in American culture and how it has through genealogi- cal history affected indig- enous peoples in the 21st century. He also writes about urban Indian life. Brings Plenty will take the stage Thursday, July 19 at 7 p.m. at Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. In addition, there will be an open mic for local writers to read from their work. He’s also singer/song- writer/guitarist for the musical ensemble Ballads of Larry Drake. In addi- tion, Brings Plenty has read/performed his work at poetry festivals as far away as Amman, Jordan, and close to his home base at Portland’s Wordstock Festival. Art + Frame By TAMMY MALGESINI East Oregonian Contributed by Richard Darbonne Brings Plenty Some of his titles include “Wakpa Wan- agi, Ghost River” (2015), “Real Indian Junk Jew- elry” (2012) and “Shed- ding Skins: Four Sioux Poets” (2008). Showcasing notable Pacific Northwest authors, First Draft Writers’ Series meets the third Thursday of each month. For more information about the writ- ers’ series, call 541-278- 9201, visit www.pend- letonarts.org or search Facebook. The author’s website is www.trevino- bringsplenty.com. Retirement has provided Jerry Mishler more time to travel the open roads and historic byways, which is the inspiration for his paint- ings and drawings. Until last year, Mishler managed a small company that made perlite, which is utilized in potting soil. Now, he has the freedom to roam throughout the Pacific Northwest to further pursue his interest in art. “I had my first show in Portland galleries in the late 1990s,” Mishler said. “It’s tough when you’re work- ing full time. You have x amount of time. I mostly devoted it to becoming bet- ter and not marketing.” The Corbett-based art- ist often embarks on trips to take photos of potential subjects and then returns to his studio to paint. In addi- tion, he enjoys hanging out in nature — creating small en plein air (French for outdoor) paintings of the scenery. Photo contributed by Sara Grigsby Landscape paintings and drawings by Jerry Mishler are featured in “Seeing The West.” An opening reception for the exhibit is July 13 at Pendleton Art + Frame. A number of Mishler’s latest pieces are featured in an upcoming exhibition at Pendleton Art + Frame. “Seeing The West” features oil paintings and smaller pen and ink drawings that are enhanced with col- ored pencils. The public is invited to an opening recep- tion Friday, July 13 from 5-7 p.m. at 36 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton. Mishler met Cherise Baker of Pendleton Art + Frame a number of years ago when she lived in Cor- bett. He was showing some of this work and someone told him about her skill in framing. Also, Baker said Mishler creates illustrated calendars of his images each year. She has carried them at the gal- lery since 2012. The exhibit will remain through Aug. 31. Pendleton Art + Frame is open Mon- day through Saturday. For more information, contact 541-276-3617 or artoffram- ing@eotnet.net. WHAT TO DO No cover. Features martinis, mixol- ogy and music. Festivals Wildhorse Pow Wow •Saturday, July 7 & Sunday, July 8; 1 p.m. •Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. Free. In its 24th year, the event features American Indian dancers and drum groups from across the country. Food and vendors on hand. Awards presented Sunday evening. Athena Caledonian Games •July 13-15 •Athena City Park www.athenacaledoniangames.org Free. A gathering of the Scottish clans, mass bands, Scottish athletic competitions, Highland dance compe- tition, piping, drumming and Scottish harp. Hermiston Funfest •Saturday, July 14; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. •Downtown Hermiston www.hermistonchamber.com Free. A full day of family fun, in- cludes food, vendors, entertainment, lawn mower drag races. Events held in conjunction with Funfest includes a classic car show and glow run. Country band strums for summer park series Theater, stage, film & lectures BOARDMAN — Los Potrillos de Nayarit, a Norteño (Spanish country) band, will take the stage as part of Morrow County’s Music in the Parks. Based in Hermiston, the band features four members who play accordion, bass, 12-string guitar and drums. The group plays ballads, true legends and stories from the past — offer- ing beats that range from semi-slow rhythms to cumbias, which are faster paced. The free event is Monday, July 9 at 7 p.m. at Boardman Marina Park. Pack a picnic or bring Movies in the Park some cash, as the Boardman Little League will offer concessions. People are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair and stake out a spot along the Columbia River to enjoy the concert. In case of inclement weather, the performance will be held at the SAGE Center. The free concert series alternates each Mon- day through Aug. 13 between Boardman and Irrigon marina parks. For more information, contact Jackie McCauley at utility.clerk@city- ofboardman.com or 541-720-1289. •Friday, July 13; 5-7 p.m. , opening reception •Monday-Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturdays; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. •Pendleton Art + Frame, 36 S.W. Court Ave. Free. Features Pacific Northwest paintings and drawings by Jerry Mish- ler. (See story this page). Katherine Treffinger •Tuesday-Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturdays, noon-4 p.m. •Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. www.pendletonarts.org Free. The Grande Ronde Valley artist sharers her newest works, fea- turing abstractions that are bold and colorful. Runs through July 27. Free Movie Fridays •Fridays as announced; 10 a.m. •SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road www.visitsage.com Free. July 13: “Finding Nemo.” Popcorn and concessions available for cash purchase. Hermiston Movies in the Park •Fridays; dusk •McKenzie Park, 320 S. First St., Hermiston www.facebook.com/hermistonrec Free. July 20: “Wonder,” July 27: “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.” Bring a blanket, chairs and snacks. Hot tickets “Wandering Through Nature’s Solitude” •Monday-Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturdays; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. •Pendleton Art + Frame, 36 S.W. Court Ave. Free. Features nature and wildlife photography of Pendleton photogra- pher Jack Simons. Runs through July 7. Music Music on the Lawn •Saturday, July 7 , 6-9 p.m. •Hamley Steakhouse & Saloon, 8 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton No cover, all ages. Features Pend- leton musician J.J. Hill. Oldies Night in Milton- Freewater •Saturday, July 7; 7 p.m. •Wesley Methodist Church, 816 S. Main St., Milton-Freewater. Free. BJ the DJ spins tunes of 1973. Snacks available. James Dean Kindle & the Eastern Oregon Playboys •Saturday, July 7; 8-10 p.m. •Echo Ridge Cellars, 551 N. Thiel- sen St., Echo No cover. Features music by the Pendleton country-rock band. Groove Kitchen •Saturday, July 7; 8 p.m. No cover •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. •Saturdays; dusk •Ione City Park Free. Bring lawn chairs or blan- kets and a cooler. Concessions may be available. July 14: “Cars,” July 28: “Beauty and the Beast.” •Wednesdays & Thursdays; 10 a.m. •Hermiston Stadium 8 Cinema, 355 W. Theater Lane www.facebook.com Free. Hosted by Advanced Pediat- ric Dentistry of Hermiston. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Parents accompanying their children also admitted free. July 11-12: “Wonder.” “Seeing the West” •Monday-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., regular hours •Tamástslikt Cultural Institute, near Wildhorse Resort & Casino. www.tamastslikt.org $10/adults, $9/senior citizens, $6/ youths. Traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution explores the beauty and essential nature of water, the challenges of maintaining global water sources and promoting conver- sation. Runs through July 14. Ione Movies in the Park Free Summer Movies for Kids Art, Museums & Authors “H2O Today” •Saturdays; dusk •Community Park, 1000 S.W. 37th St., Pendleton www.pendletonparksandrec.com Free. Bring lawn chairs or blan- kets. Concessions available for pur- chase. July 7: “Leap,” July 14: No movie. In case of inclement weather, cancellations will be posted at the park and Pendleton Parks & Recreation’s Facebook page. Contributed photo Los Potrillos de Nayarit, a Hermiston-based Norteño band, will perform Morrow County’s Music in the Park series. The free concert is July 9 at Boardman Marina Park. Lindy Gravelle St. •Sunday, July 8; 5-7 p.m. •Heppner City Park, 444 N. Main Free. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for Heppner’s Music in the Parks. Food available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, event held at Heppner Elementary School, 235 E. Stansbury St. Los Potrillos de Nayarit •Monday, July 9; 7 p.m. •Boardman Marina Park Free. As part of the Music in the Parks series, which alternates weekly between Boardman and Irrigon ma- rina parks. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Food available for purchase. Pendleton Whisky Music Fest Kick-Off Party •Friday, July 13, 7 p.m. •Downtown Pendleton No cover. Celebrate the kick-off of the third annual Pendleton Whisky Music Fest. Features music by Pre- cious Byrd and DJ Sovern-T. Max Cabello Jr. •Friday, July 13; Saturday, July 14; 8 p.m. No cover •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. Cruise Control •Monday, July 16; 7 p.m. •Irrigon Marina Park Free. As part of the Music in the Parks series, which alternates weekly between Boardman and Irrigon ma- rina parks. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Bring a picnic to enjoy. Street Party w/ Tango Alpha Tango •Friday, July 20; 7-10 p.m. •Great Pacific Wine & Coffee Co., 403 S. Main St., Pendleton No cover. All ages. The four-piece Portland band is led by virtuoso gui- tarist, singer/songwriter Nathan Trueb. Decade X •Friday, July 20; Saturday, July 21; 8 p.m. No cover •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. Night life Karaoke w/DJ David •Saturdays; 8 p.m. •Riverside Sports Bar, 1501 Sixth St., Umatilla Saturday Trivia Nights •Saturdays; 9 p.m. •Midway Bar & Grill, 1750 N. First St., Hermiston No cover. Join in for trivia fun and a chance to win prizes. Also features DJ music. Glow Stick Party •Saturday, July 7; 9 p.m. •The Pheasant Blue Collar Bar & Grill, 149 E. Main St., Hermiston No cover. DJ Diego will be mixing it up. Wear your glow gear and enjoy fun games with giveaways and prizes. Wino Wednesdays •Wednesdays, 2-6 p.m. •Echo Ridge Cellars, 551 N. Thiel- sen St., Echo Karaoke at the Packard •1st/3rd Wednesday, 9 p.m.-mid- night •The Packard Tavern, 118 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton No cover. Thirsty Thursdays •Third Thursday; 6 p.m. •Midway Bar & Grill, 1750 N. First St., Hermiston No cover. Hosts a local brewery of- fering tastings and food pairings. July 19: Hop Valley Brewing Co. LOL Comedy Jam •Thursdays; 8 p.m. •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. No cover. July 12: Phil Johnson, Steven Hayes; July 19: Mike “Wally” Walter, Nerraj Srinivasan Wine tasting •Fridays, 4-8 p.m. •Sno Road Winery, 111 W. Main St., Echo. Karaoke w/DJ David •Fridays; 8 p.m. •Riverside Sports Bar, 1501 Sixth St., Umatilla DJ and dancing •Fridays, 8 p.m. •The Pheasant, 149 E. Main St., Hermiston Karaoke •Fridays; 9 p.m. •Midway Tavern, 1750 N. First St., Hermiston Cimmi’s Late Night Martini Lounge •Fridays; 9 p.m.-midnight •Virgil’s at Cimmiyotti’s, 137 S. Main St., Pendleton •Riders in the Sky (July 21, $55- $75), Systyr Skynyrd (July 27, $25), Billy Bob Thornton and the Box- masters (Aug. 25, $85), Carlene Carter (Oct. 6, $50-$70) at Granada Theatre, The Dalles. Buy tickets via 815-993-6585 or www.granadathe- atrethedalles.com •Summer Concert Series: Naughty by Nature, hip hop par- ty w/ Sir Mix-A-Lot & Tone Loc (18-and-older, July 27, $49-$99); and Ramon Ayala (all-ages, July 28, $49- $129) at Wildhorse Resort & Casino. Tickets via Wildhorse Gift Shop or www.wildhorseresort.com •Umatilla County Fair main stage performers Sawyer Brown (Aug. 7), Ned LeDoux (Aug. 8); Skid Row (Aug. 9) Latino Night (Aug. 10) Blues Traveler (Aug. 11) (free/general ad- mission, $12/reserved, $20/premium) www.umatillacountyfair.net (541-567- 6121) •Oregon State Fair L.B. Day Am- phitheatre shows: STYX (Aug. 24); Randy Houser w/ Blackhawk (Aug. 25); “American Idol Live! 2018” (Aug. 27); Roots & Boots featur- ing Sammy Kershaw, Collin Raye and Aaron Tippin (Aug. 28); Faith & Family Night w/Skillet (Aug. 29); Kool & the Gang and The Village People (Aug. 30); John Kay & Step- penwolf w/The Guess Who (Aug. 31); “Masters of Illusion” (Sept. 1); Happy Ending Tour featuring Old Dominion w/ Michael Ray (Sept. 3) (free/general admission with fair tick- ets, VIP/$40-$75; also VIP upgrades available for “American Idol, $30- $125) www.oregonstatefair.org •Old Dominion. Sept. 8, Happy Canyon Arena, Pendleton. Tickets ($46-$150) via 1-800--457-6336 or www.pendletonroundup.com. ——— Want to get your event listed in our calendar? Send information to com- munity@eastoregonian.com, or c/o Tammy Malgesini, 333 E. Main Street, Hermiston, OR, 97838.
