What’s Happening: Week of June 5, 2023

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Community events

June 5 & 19 — Lyle Lions Club Meeting, 6 p.m. at the Lyle Lions Community Center, corner of Fifth and Highway 14. First and third Monday.

June 6 — Holistic Pain Relief Workshop, 10-11 a.m. at the Hood River Valley Adult Center, 2010 Sterling Place. Free. Learn techniques and practices for lasting, sustainable relief. With Molly Jaeger, www.movetonourish.com. Open to all.

June 6 & 20 — Dementia Support Group, 6 p.m. at Columbia Basin Care, The Dalles. Hosted by Steve Watkins. For more information and details, visit hopedementiasupport.org. Meets every other Tuesday.

June 7 — Columbia Gorge Genealogy Society: Randol B. Fletcher, 11 a.m. at the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center, The Dalles. "Hidden History of Civil War Oregon." Free program; $1 donation suggested to offset room rental.

June 7 — Wasco County Soil & Water Conservation District Board Meeting & Budget Hearing, 1 p.m. via teleconference; visit www.wascoswcd.org for the meeting agenda and call-in instructions. (Hybrid meeting; board will be in person, public online.)

June 7 — Veterans Social Group, 6 p.m. to closing at Hood River Elks Lodge No. 1507, 304 Cascade Ave., Hood River. Dinner, drink to all veterans at no charge; active duty, Reservist, National Guard and veterans all welcome.

June 8 — OSU Extension Wasco County Crop Tour, 8:30 a.m. to noon starting at the wheat variety trials next to the Dufur Community Cemetery off of Highway 197. Registration requested at beav.es/iGW or call 541-298-3581.

June 8 — High Prairie Bingo Night, 6-8 p.m. at 701 Struck Road (between Lyle and Centerville). Food and drinks for sale, cash prizes; minors must be accompanied by an adult 18 or over.

June 9 — Flight of the Yankovics Concert, 7-9:30 p.m. at The Bingen Theater, Bingen. Relive the magic of Weird Al's glory days. Tickets are $25 at eventbrite.com/e/flight-of-the-yankovics-tickets-623234359747; all proceeds benefit The Next Door.

June 10 — David Cooper Farm Program, 11 a.m. in the backyard of the Moody/ Rorick House, 300 W. 13th St., The Dalles. Free admission; refreshments, house tour included. Lawn chairs welcome.

June 10 — OSU Extension Wildfire Defensible Space for Urban and Rural Communities, 11 a.m. at the Grass Valley Pavilion located during the Grass Valley Farmers Market. Register at beav.es/woH.

June 10 — "Not Just a Footnote" Exhibition Reception, 4 p.m. at The History Museum of Hood River County, 300 E. Port Marina Drive, Hood River. Local wine, snacks, free admission from 4-6 p.m.; family friendly.

June 10 — Aaron Meyer and Band with Gorge Sinfonietta, 7 p.m. at Jackson Park, Hood River. Free. Food trucks will be available. For all ages.

June 12 — Friends of the Library, 11 a.m. in the Jean Marie Gaulke Room, Hood River Library; public welcome. More at hoodriverlibrary.org/friends.

June 12— Monthly Grief Group, 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the White Salmon Pioneer Center, 501 NE Washington St. For anyone grieving a loss. More info at [email protected] or 503-395-4738.

June 13 — Wasco County Veteran Service Office Veterans Coffee Social, 8 a.m. at Kaino's Coffee and Pizza, 418 E. Second, The Dalles. For info call 541-506-2502. Second Tuesday of the month.

June 13 — Odell Garden Club Meeting, 10 a.m. at the Hood River County Fairgrounds Community Building. For more info, contact President Norma Curtis, 541-806-1019 or [email protected]. Meets second Tuesday of the month.

June 13 —Summer Kick-off Party, 2 p.m. at The Dalles Public Library. Everyone is welcome. Fun activities include a bounce house, face painting, crafts and activities. Ghost Walk, 7:30 p.m. All ages; registration required. Learn spooky stories of downtown The Dalles on this walking tour. Meet in front of the library.

June 13 — Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group, 5:30-630 p.m. Meets second Tuesday of the month. Email [email protected] for more info.

June 13 & 27 — Dementia Support Group, noon via Zoom. Hosted by Christa Green. For more information and details, visit hopedementiasupport.org. Meets every other Tuesday.

June 14 — Lyle Community Council, 6:30 p.m. at the Lyle Activity Center; meets second Wednesday of the month.

June 16 — High Prairie Farmers Market, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the High Prairie Community Center, 701 Struck Road, Lyle. First and third Fridays of the month. More at 509-281-0971 or [email protected].

June 17 — Central Gorge Master Gardeners Garden Gathering, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at four locations: Water Wise Garden at the Hood River Co. Library, 502 State St.; Learning Garden at the OSU Extension Service grounds, 2990 Experiment Station Drive; FISH Food Bank Garden at Spirit of Grace Church, 1140 Tucker Road; and Parkdale Memorial Garden, intersection of Dee Highway and Baseline Road, Parkdale. Free, come anytime during event.

June 17 — Jazz Collective Big Band Free Concert, 7 p.m. at Jackson Park, 13th and May streets, Hood River. Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association; family-friendly.

June 18 — Juneteenth Community Celebration, 3-6 p.m. at Jackson Park, Hood River. Sponsored by BIG (Black in the Gorge). Free. Music by Jujuba; dancing, kids activities, food for purchase, more.

June 20 — NoiseGuy, Charlie Williams, 10:30 a.m. at The Dalles Library (repeat performance will be in Dufur at 1 p.m. and Maupin at 3:30 p.m.). Vocal sound impressionist and kids’ comedian. For kids and adults.

June 20 — Mid-Columbia Car Club Meeting, 5 p.m. social / 6 p.m. meeting at Spooky's Pizza, 3320 W. Sixth, The Dalles. Meets third Tuesday of the month.

June 21 — Magic in the Park: Rhys Thomas, 6 p.m. at The Dalles City Park, 707 Union St. The Dalles Public Library and Northern Wasco Co. Parks and Rec. Juggling and comedy.

June 22 — Mercado del Valle, 4-6 p.m. at the Odell Neighborhood Park, 3167 Tamarack Road. Gorge Grown Food Network.

June 22— Crop Talk, 5:30 p.m. at Kelly & Friends Natural Meats, Parkdale. For farmers, ranchers and agricultural-focused professionals to network and learn from each other. Hosted by Gorge Grown Food Network and Underwood Conservation District. Register [email protected] or 541-490-6420.

June 24 — Mosier Fest, noon to 8:30 p.m. at Mosier Community School. Live music, art, handcrafted goods, community booths, food trucks; family friendly. More at mainstreetmosier.org.

June 27 — Talewise Science, 10:30 a.m. at The Dalles Library repeat performance will be in Dufur at 1 p.m. and Maupin at 3:30 p.m.). Explore Newton's Laws of Motion, air pressure, chemical reactions, more.

June 28 — Magic in the Park: Victor Johnson, 6 p.m. at The Dalles City Park, 707 Union St. The Dalles Public Library and Northern Wasco Co. Parks and Rec. Music for kids and adults.

Ongoing

Thru June — Not Just a Footnote: Women Who Shaped Hood River History,Monday thru Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The History Museum of Hood River County. Details at .hoodriverhistorymuseum.org/exhibitions.

Mondays — Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association Voci Choir Rehearsals, 6:30-8 p.m. at Hood River Valley High School. All welcome. Questions to [email protected].

Mondays & Thursdays — Central Gorge Master Gardener Plant Clinic, 1-4 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. to noon Thursday at OSU Extension Office, 2990 Experiment Station Drive, Hood River. Questions, samples may be dropped off Monday thru Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m., or email [email protected].

Monday thru Friday — NU-2-U Shop Open, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mid-Columbia Senior Center, 1112 W. Ninth St., The Dalles. Shop is a nonprofit store that supports the Mid-Columbia Senior Center. More information at 541-296-4788.

Monday & Wednesday — Senior Meals, noon at The Pioneer Center, White Salmon. Doors open at 8 a.m. Suggested donation for seniors 60 and over is $3.50, all others $6.50. All welcome.

Monday, Wednesday and Friday — Strong Women, 10-11 a.m. at the Cascade Locks cemetery.

Monday & Friday — Movement and Yoga, 9 a.m. at the FISH Community Room, Hood River. Pay what you can if you can; all are welcome. Bring your own mat. Questions to [email protected].

Monday thru Friday — Klickitat Senior Services Telephone Support, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Goldendale, 509-773-3757; White Salmon, 509-493-3068; or Toll Free, 1- 800-447-7858. Staff will direct callers to available resources, assist with online benefit applications and issues with Social Security and Medicare. Seniors can also call for essential grocery delivery, prescription pickup or food bank needs.

Tuesday — Senior Meals, noon at the Lyle Lions Community Center. Doors open at 10 a.m. Suggested donation for seniors 60 and over is $3.50, all others $6.50. All welcome.

Tuesdays — Senior Meals, 11 a.m. at Mt. Hood Town Hall, 6575 Mount Hood Highway, Mt. Hood-Parkdale. Meals served at noon. In conjunction with Hood River Valley Adult Center; suggested $5 donation.

Tuesdays — White Salmon-Bingen Rotary Club, noon to 1 p.m. Learn more at www.whitesalmon-bingenrotary.org, www.facebook.com/whitesalmonbingenrotaryclub, or email [email protected].

Tuesdays — Wasco County Master Gardeners Plant Clinic, 2-4 p.m. at the Wasco County Extension Office. Bring home gardening questions.

Tuesdays starting June 6 — White Salmon Farmers Market, 4-7 p.m. at White Salmon's City Park. Through Sept. 26.

Tuesdays — Overeater's Anonymous, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ninth and State streets, Hood River. For more info contact Rebecca at 510-861-2212.

Tuesdays — Harmony of the Gorge, 6-8 p.m. at Providence Down Manor, Hood River. Please check the website for rehearsal details at www.harmonyofthegorge.com; info at 541-490-2481.

Tuesdays — Al-Anon Meeting, 7 p.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 400 11th St., Hood River.

Tuesdays — Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association Sinfonietta Rehearsals, 7-9 p.m. at Valley Christian Church. All welcome. Questions to [email protected].

Tuesday & Thursday — Senior Meals, noon at the Goldendale Community Center. Doors open at 8 a.m. Suggested donation for seniors 60 and over is $3.50, all others $6.50. All welcome.

Wednesdays — Fitness Classes: Mat Pilates, 8:30 a.m. at Lutheran Church, Bingen; Barre 5 p.m. at Mt. View Grange, White Salmon. Loyalty, drop in rates available. ACE certified, longtime local fitness instructor. Call Caroline Elliott, 509-637-3162, for info.

Wednesdays — Radio Tierra Storytime, 9:30 a.m. on Radio Tierra 95.1 FM; songs, stories and announcements for all kiddos who haven't begun school.

Wednesdays — The Dalles Rotary Club, noon via Zoom. Address: us02web.zoom.us/j/693639881?pwd=UFlNdWw2QTZGTURmRHVhY3VlZUQvQT09 (us02web.zoom.us).

Wednesdays — Writing Group, 3-4 p.m. at the Hood River County Library, Columbia Room.

Second Wednesday — Dufur Recreation District Meeting, 7 p.m. at Dufur City Hall. Visit website www.dufurcitypark.org for agenda and virtual attendance information.

Thursdays — Hood River Toastmasters Club, 6:30-8 a.m. via Zoom and in-person at Bette's Place, downtown Hood River. Drop in or email [email protected] for link. Improve public speaking, listening and leadership skills.

Thursdays — Take Pounds Off Sensible (TOPS) Support Group, 8:30 a.m. weigh-in and 9 a.m. meeting at Zion Church, 10th and Union, The Dalles. First meeting is free.

Thursdays — Central Gorge Master Gardener Plant Clinics, 9 a.m. to noon at the OSU Hood River Extension office, 2990 Experiment Station Drive, Hood River. Public invited to ask home gardening questions for Master Gardener recommendations. Bring a sample or photo of the pest, plant disease of concern.

Thursdays — Hood River Art Club, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the FISH Food Bank Community Room, 1130 Tucker Road. Thru May; membership $25/year. All skill levels welcome. Masks optional. For more info contact Sue Moore, 541-490-2275.

Thursdays — Family Storytime, 10:30 a.m. at the Hood River Library. Free, open to all ages.

Thursdays — The Dalles Kiwanis Club Meetings, noon at Spooky's; visitors welcome.

Thursdays — Thursday Night Bingo, 5:30 p.m. at Mid-Columbia Senior Center, 1112 W. Ninth St., The Dalles. Doors open 4 p.m. Must be 18 or over. $10 minimum buy-in.

Thursdays — Trivia Night, 7 p.m. at Working Hands Fermentation, 1021 12th St., Hood River. Friendly competition and prizes; $5.

Thursdays — Cascade Singers Rehearsal, 7 p.m. at UCC, The Dalles (Fifth and Court streets).

Thursday, Friday and Saturday — Hood River Valley Adult Center Thrift Shop, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels. Masks must be worn and provided hand sanitizer used before entering; limited capacity inside.

Fridays — Community Playgroup, 10-11:30 a.m. at Hood River Early Childhood Center (formerly Pine Grove Elementary). Free, follows school calendar. For children 0-5 and their parents. For info call 541-386-4919.

Fridays — Storytime in Cascade Locks and Parkdale, 10:30 a.m. at the library branches in those communities. Includes parent playgroups.

Fridays — Fun Friday, 3-4:30 p.m. at The Dalles Library. For kids 5-10 in the John and Jean Thomas Children's Wing. Arts, crafts, games; each week is different and always fun.

Saturdays — Hood River Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fifth and Columbia parking lot, downtown Hood River (thru Nov. 18); Goldendale Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the lawn at the chamber, 903 E. Broadway (thru Sept 30); The Dalles Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at City Park, Union and E. Fifth St. (through Oct. 14).

Saturdays — Central Gorge Master Gardener Plant Clinic, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. as follows: Walmart, 2700 Wasco St., Hood River, first Saturday; Tum-A-Lum, 408 Highway 35, third Saturday; Hood River Supply, 1995 12th St., second and fourth Saturdays.

Saturdays — Makerspace, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hood River Library and Crafty Saturdays at the Cascade Locks and Parkdale library branches (same times). Free, for children

Saturdays — Hood River County Library Bookmobile Stop, 12:30-1:30 p.m. at Odell Community Park on Tamarack Road. Check out library materials, pick up holds and receive free craft bags.

Saturdays — Bingo, 5:30-8 p.m. at the Mid-Columbia Senior Center, 1112 W. Ninth, The Dalles. Doors open 4 p.m.; new players should arrive by 5 p.m. Ages 8-18 must be accompanied by legal guardian. Minimum buy-in $6. Cash prizes, dinner concessions.

Saturdays — Bingo, 6 p.m. at the Hood River Elks, Third and Cascade. Elks/Knights of Columbus scholarship fundraiser supports scholarships and charities. Progressive blackout prize, dinner available for purchase; 18 and older.

Sundays — Pickup Basketball, 1 p.m. at the Horizon Christian gym, Hood River. Players 18 and older, $3/visit.

Sundays — Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association Jazz Collective Rehearsals, 4-6 p.m. at WAAAM. All welcome. Questions to [email protected].

Sundays — Cascade Singers Rehearsal, 7 p.m. at Zion Lutheran, The Dalles (10th and Union streets).

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