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ENTERTAINMENT Saturday, August 3, 2019 East Oregonian C3 Greg Blake Trio to strum bluegrass-gospel Tickets available for Aug. 6 show By TAMMY MALGESINI East Oregonian PENDLETON — West Virginia native Greg Blake’s powerful vocals are steeped in country heritage, devel- oped from a lifetime of sing- ing bluegrass, gospel, and country. Blake, who has been nominated and won numer- ous Society for the Preser- vation of Bluegrass Music in America awards, returns for a performance in Pend- leton. Joined by two regional favorites — Isaac Callender and Ellie Hakanson — the Greg Blake Trio will perform Tuesday, Aug. 6 at Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the music starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 each. A multi-instrumental- ist, Callender specializes in American folk traditional music. He has toured across the country and internation- ally with musicians like April Verch and Jeff Scroggins. Hakanson, an Oregon native, was a 2016 Rockygrass Fid- dle Champion, a 2016 Ari- zona State Fiddle Champion and a 2017 IBMA Momen- tum Award Nominee on fid- dle and vocals. In addition to recognition for his vocals, Blake has been given the nod for his phe- nomenal guitar playing. He has earned nine nominations and five consecutive wins as SPBGMA’s “Guitarist of the Year.” Blake describes his music as “bluegrass and gospel from the hills of West Virginia to the mountains of Colorado.” The trio plays everything from traditional bluegrass favorites and vintage coun- try to old-time music along with a sampling of original material. Three-part harmo- nies, spectacular instrumen- tal abilities, and great songs make their shows a must see for any lover of quality acous- tic music, said a press release from the arts center. Tickets can be purchased via www.pendletonarts.org or by calling 541-278-9201. For more about Blake and his music projects, visit www. gregblakemusic.com. ——— Contact Community Edi- tor Tammy Malgesini at tmal- gesini@eastoregonian.com or 541-564-4539 Photo contributed by Nico Humby Bluegrass musician Greg Blake will perform with Isaac Callender and Ellie Hakanson as the Greg Blake Trio. The show is Aug. 6 at Pendleton Center for the Arts. Park series features seasoned bluegrass group BOARDMAN — A Tacoma-based bluegrass trio that shares original tunes about foggy-moun- tain megamalls, big black cats, Iditarod sled dogs, ris- ing rivers, grandmas online and Superman’s dilemma will perform in Boardman. Cosmo’s Dream will take the stage during the upcoming Music in the Parks. The free show is Monday, Aug. 5 at 7 p.m. at Boardman Marina Park. People are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blan- ket. Also, those in atten- dance are invited to bring a picnic dinner to enjoy while listening to music on the banks of the Columbia River. Featuring Gen Obata on flatpick guitar and man- dolin, Steve Nebel on gui- tar, and Kristi Nebel on bass, Cosmo’s Dream blends acoustic musician- ship with solo vocals and dynamic three-part har- monies. Collectively, the musicians have recorded BRIEFLY Dream pop group to headline at The Lodge Contributed photo Cosmo’s Dream, a Tacoma-based bluegrass trio, will per- form Aug. 5 at Boardman Marina Park. three solo albums, nine duo CDs, and six band releases. The trio has recorded their first Cosmo’s Dream CD that left audiences excited about them all across the Pacific Northwest, the Midwest and the United Kingdom. In case of inclement weather, the performance will be moved to the SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road, Boardman. The park series alternates weekly on Mon- days between Boardman and Irrigon marina parks through Aug. 12. For more information, contact Jackie McCauley at 541-720-1289 or utility.clerk@cityof- boardman.com. PENDLETON — Describing their genre as “love songs,” Pure Bathing Culture are the headliners for the upcoming Live from the Leslie show. The Portland dream pop artists will take the stage Sat- urday, Aug. 10 at The Lodge, 14 S.E. Third St., Pendleton. Also, special guests include Camp Crush, a Portland pop duo whose wall of sound is described as “a blend of vin- tage danceable new-wave and modern indie pop.” And Rev, a local band that came together at Pendleton Cen- ter for the Arts’ Rock & Roll Camp, also will perform. The concert doors open at 7 p.m. and the music starts at 8 p.m. In addition, people are invited to come early as the Stag Bar starts serving drinks at 6 p.m. — featuring beer from The Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, wine from from the special concert at The Lodge. For more information about upcoming shows at Live from the Leslie, contact Adam Mack at 503-720-5370, thependletonlodge@gmail. com or visit www.facebook. com/thependletonlodge. Contributed photo Pure Bathing Culture is the headliner for the Aug. 10 show at Live from the Leslie in Pendleton. Advance tick- ets are $10. Sno Road Winery and cock- tails from Portland’s Ezza Rose. Advance tickets for the show are $10. They can be purchased via www.brown- papertickets.com or at 215 S.E. Dorion Ave. Tickets pur- chased at the door are $12. Pure Bathing Culture recently released their third album, “Night Pass.” They are launching a U.S. tour Date night offers dinner and jazz MISSION — People are invited to enjoy dinner with the smooth jazz sounds of a Walla Walla duo. Gary Hemenway, an accomplished pianist and vocalist, and Clairece Rosati, an award-winning singer/ songwriter, will set the ambi- ance for special date night at Plateau in Mission. The special event is Fri- day, Aug. 16 from 5:30- 8:30 p.m. The restaurant is located at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off Interstate 84, Exit 216. Seating is lim- ited. To reserve a table, call 541-966-1610. WHAT TO DO FESTIVALS Umatilla County Fair •Aug. 6-10 •EOTEC, 1705 Airport Road, Hermiston www.umatillacountyfair.net $10/adults, $8/seniors (also season passes available). Free shuttles via Kayak Public Transit from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Broadway Block Party •Saturday, Aug. 10;1-8 p.m. •East Broadway Avenue, Milton-Freewater www.mfdowntown.org Free. Family-friendly event fea- tures kids games, activities, food, beverages, a 5K fun run and live music. Morrow County Fair •Aug. 14-17 •Morrow County Fairgrounds, Heppner www.co.morrow.or.us/fair Free admission. Features enter- tainment, food, open class exhib- its and FFA/4-H. ART, MUSEUMS & AUTHORS “Michael Wartgow: Lost Verses” •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. Features the photogra- phy and reclaimed paper objects of Wartgow, an art instructor at Marian University in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Runs through Aug. 31. ”A River Runs Through Us: The Art and Words of the Lostine” • M o n d a y - S a t u r - day;10 a.m.-4 p.m. •Josephy Center for Arts and Culture, 403 N. Main St., Joseph www.josephy.org Free. Exhibit highlights the wild watershed area, its inhabi- tants, the river, forests and alpine setting. Runs through Sept. 9. “Savages and Princesses: The Persistence of Native Amer- ican Stereotypes” •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. Features the artwork of 13 contemporary Native Amer- ican artists — whether using humor, subtlety or irony, the exhibit is fiercely honest. Runs through Oct. 19. MUSIC Oldies Night in Milton-Freewater •Saturday, Aug. 3; 7-10 p.m. •Wesley Methodist Church, 816 S. Main St., Milton-Freewater. Free. BJ the DJ will spin Rolling Stones hits. Come at 6 p.m. for a bonus hour. Shanks Pony •Saturday, Aug. 3; 8 p.m. No cover •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wild- horse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. Music in the Parks-Cosmo’s Dream •Monday, Aug. 5; 7 p.m. •Boardman Marina Park Free. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the sounds of the bluegrass trio. Food available for purchase. Erisy Watt & Margo Cilker •Monday, Aug. 5; 7-10 p.m. •Great Pacific Wine & Coffee Co., 403 S. Main St., Pendleton www.erisywatt.com No cover. All ages. A Nash- ville-raised folk artist, Watt is now based in Portland. Her debut full- length album “Paints in the Sky” was released July 26. Greg Blake Trio •Tuesday, Aug. 6; 7 p.m. •Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. www.pendletonarts.org $12. West Virginia native Greg Blake is joined by Isaac Callender and Ellie Hakanson to perform as the Greg Blake Trio. (541-278-9201). Wednesdays in the Park •Wednesday, Aug. 7; 6-8 p.m. •Roy Raley Park, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton www.pendletonparksandrec. com Free. Features the Oregon East Symphony String Quartet & The Pendleton Brass Quintet. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for the fam- ily-friendly shows. Food, beer and wine available for purchase. Sweet N’ Juicy •Thursday, Aug. 8; 7-9 p.m. •40 Taps, 337 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton No cover. Portland-based funky pop dance trio. (541-246-6772). Bleeding Tree •Friday, Aug. 9; Saturday, Aug. 10; 8 p.m. No cover •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wild- horse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. Live from the Leslie •Saturday, Aug. 10; 8 p.m.; doors open at 7 p.m. •The Lodge, 14 S.E. Third St., Pendleton www.brownpapertickets.com $10/advance, $12/door. Fea- tures Pure Bathing Culture per- forming a mixture of dream-pop, soft rock with folk leanings. Show also features Portland duo Camp Crush and local band REV. The Wasteland Kings •Sunday, Aug. 11; 5:30-7:30 p.m. •Heppner City Park, 444 N. Main St. Free. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for Heppner’s Music in the Parks. Food by donation from Hopeful Saints Ministry. In case of inclement weather, event at Hep- pner Elementary School, 235 E. Stansbury St. Music in the Parks-Cale Moon •Monday, Aug. 12; 7 p.m. •Irrigon Marina Park Free. Features the up-and-com- ing country musician. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Wednesdays in the Park •Wednesday, Aug. 14; 6-8 p.m. •Roy Raley Park, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton www.pendletonparksandrec. com Free. Features Anita Lee & The Handsome 3 playing “psych-coun- try.” Bring a lawn chair or blan- ket for the family-friendly shows. Food, beer and wine available for purchase. Elwood •Thursday, Aug. 15; 7-9 p.m. •40 Taps, 337 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton No cover. Soulful folk sing- er-songwriter from La Grande area. (541-246-6772). The Groove Surfers •Friday, Aug. 16; Saturday, Aug. 17; 8 p.m. No cover •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wild- horse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. NIGHT LIFE Rodeo Party at The Gather- ing Place •Thursday, Aug. 8; 4-7 p.m. •The Gathering Place at Bell- inger’s, 1823 S. Highway 395, Hermiston $ TBA. Enjoy food and drink specials before heading to Farm- City Pro Rodeo. Wine tasting •Fridays, 4-8 p.m. •Sno Road Winery, 111 W. Main St., Echo. Karaoke •Fridays; 9 p.m. •Midway Tavern, 1750 N. First St., Hermiston THEATER, STAGE, FILM & LECTURES Free Summer Movies for Kids! •Wednesdays & Thursdays; 9:15 a.m. •Hermiston Stadium 8 Cinema, 355 W. Theater Lane www.facebook.com Free. Parents w/their children also free. Movies start as rooms fill; with last start time at 10 a.m. Sensory-friendly showing at 10:15 a.m. Aug. 7-8: “Teen Titans Go to the Movies,” Aug. 14-15: “Lit- tle Rascals” Movies in the Park •Fridays; dusk •Community Park, 1000 S.W. 37th St., Pendleton www.pendletonparksandrec. com Free. Bring lawn chairs or blan- kets. Concessions available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, cancellations posted by 6 p.m. at park and Pendleton Parks & Recreation’s Facebook page. Aug. 9: “Free Willie” Hermiston Movies in the Park •Fridays; dusk •McKenzie Park, 320 S. First St., Hermiston www.hermistonrecreation.com Free. Bring a blanket, chairs and snacks. Aug. 9: “Smallfoot.” HOT TICKETS •Live from the Leslie: (Pure Bathing Culture) Aug. 10, The Lodge, Pendleton. Tickets ($10- $12) via www.brownpapertickets. com •Umatilla County Fair main stage performers Tracy Byrd (Aug. 6); Jackson Michelson (Aug. 7); The Georgia Satellites (Aug. 8); Latino Night-bands TBA (Aug. 9); Sugar Ray (Aug. 10) (free/ general admission, $12/reserved, $20/premium) www.umatillacoun- tyfair.net (541-567-6121). •Wheatstock Music Festival. (Reckless Kelly, headliner) Aug. 17, Quantum 9 Arena, Helix). Early bird tickets ($20) via www.wheat- stock.org •Round-Up Happy Canyon Kick-off Concert: (Trace Adkins) Sept. 9, Happy Canyon Arena. Tickets ($46 to $150) via www. pendletonroundup.com ——— Want to get your event listed in our calendar? Send information to community@eastoregonian.com, or c/o Tammy Malgesini, 333 E. Main Street, Hermiston, OR, 97838.
