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Just Bob Café (formerly Anna Bannanas)
That downhome country/ragtime sound. (second Sunday but please verify)
Norse Hall Lodge Room - 2nd floor
Unchoreographed social waltzing mixing together basic elements of scandinavian, vintage, swing and argentine tango dancing, $4 (free for members of Grieg Lodge). For information, contact Don Harvey 503-334-6587 or donald.cory.harvey(at)gmail.com.
10:30 to 11:30 Introduction to Waltz: lesson by Uwe Hessinger and Colleen Suzanne.
11:30 to 2:30pm: Eclectic dance music, DJ Dennis Myers
$15 for dance, brunch and lesson, $12 for brunch and dance.
A selection of waltzes played on the piano by Gene Freeheart.
Come enjoy the best dance floor in Portland, a welcoming atmosphere, a lesson that has become a Sunday morning ritual.
Fine sax with strings attached, free. Info: reggiehouston.com
(Every Sunday)
Rotating roots bands, free, all ages. Info: 503-232-1504 or www.laurelthirst.com (Every Sunday)
John Knox Presbyterian Church
All levels welcome, For more info, contact soyopo(at)comcast.net (usually 2nd Sunday).
Happy Valley School of Music
Every Sunday from Sep 8 through Oct 20, led by Tracy Kim, this class makes learning and understanding music theory fun and EASY! $150 for seven classes. More info: artichokemusic.org/classes.
Please Note: If you miss the start date of the term, you can do a $30 drop-in rate per session. Please contact Tracy at 503-236-8613.
Happy Valley School of Music
Monthly on Sundays from Sep 8 through Dec 8, led by Doug Stickler, workshops for accordion players of all abilities, $199 for four sessions. More info: artichokemusic.org/classes.
Workshops can be taken separately from the package. Each drop-in workshop is $60 for the 2 hour session. Please contact Tracy if interested in single workshops. Please call Tracy Kim for questions: 503-236-8613.
Every Sunday, 2-4 pm, music and songwriting lessons for Armed Forces veterans; guitars are available, drop-in, free. Info: 503-232-8845 or www.artichokemusic.org/calendar
Happy Valley Library Community Room,.
Info: LeaAnne, at ldenb(at)juno.com
Happy Valley School of Music
Every Sunday from Sep 8 through Sep 22, led by Tim Connell, in this three-week workshop series, we’ll learn how to locate the scale tones 1, 3 and 5 in any key, $150 for three workshops. More info: artichokemusic.org/classes.
The workshops will be limited to 12 students to create an intimate learning environment. Drop-in rate is $60. Please call Tracy Kim for questions: 503-236-8613.
$10 suggested donation. Dance shoes required.
Ladies only, but anyone is welcome to come listen. Info: https://thehandsomeladies.org/portland
$1 for the hall. (Second Sundays)
White Eagle Saloon (McMenamins)
Creating all-age spaces for musicians who are parents. Free, all ages. (Every second Sunday but please verify)
People’s Co-op Community Room
Songbooks provided, no exp necessary. Info: website or Jessica Beer at jessicabeer(at)gmail.com.
Old-time blues. Every Sunday. Free.
Alberta Street Public House
Hosted by Matthew Seltzer, describing a desolate, yet love-torn America, free, all ages. (5 pm, doors open at 4:30. Every First Sunday, but please verify)
Every Sunday but please verify.
David Reisch (bass) and Turtle VanDemarr (guitar) from the Freak Mountain Rambers bring pals for a rowdy, rootsy Sunday afternoon of song, free, all ages.
Feb 2: special 7 pm start due to Super Bowl.
Muddy Rudder Public House
Irish music, no cover, 21+. (Every Sunday but please confirm)
Potluck 6 pm, concert 7 pm, sisters Leah and Chloe Smith have merged multiple global music influences with their own southern roots, suggested donation $35. Seating is limited; for info and advance registration contact: 503-704-7037 or minerva(at)europa.com.
Sunday West Coast Swing Practica, a comfortable and fun atmosphere to practice your swing, Carole Duttlinger is DJ and available for instruction, $2 donation requested, 21+
, 6-9 pm, smooth jazz and jazz/fusion. (Every Sunday but please confirm).
Kells Irish Restaurant and Pub
Free. (2nd through last Sundays but please verify)
Supportive, playful, safe, and willing to learn, These are our intentions. Any and all are welcome who are willing to aim for these intentions. None are welcome who refuse, $7-10 sliding scale.
Driving banjo and high lonesome harmonies,
Valdine Ritchie Mishkin & Alfredo Muro perform Guitar/cello duets and solos, classical, Brazilian, Spanish, choro, bossa nova, samba, flamenco, $25, advance tickets from Eventbrite (plus service fee).
Fulton Park Community Center
Every Sunday, led by Donna Cole, we dance circles, couples, and some lines; beginning dances will be taught at 8, followed by new dances at 9, admission $7. Check the online calendar at http://portlandisraelidance.com for cancellations or schedule changes.
Hosted by Taylor Kingman, free. (Every Sunday, but please verify)
Early morning folk music to get your week started, hosted by Jonathan Lay.
Aaron Canwell of the popular Kindie band, Micah and Me, is teaching a weekly ukulele drop in designed for parents, caregivers, and nannies who would like to learn to play the ukulele with their little ones in tow. This is also available to anyone of any age; just know kids will be tolerated!
The cost is $10 for anyone over 10 years of age (even if they bring their own ukulele). And $10 per ukulele for those under 10 years old that choose to participate.
Extra sessions at noon-1 pm and 2-3 pm.
No cover: usual tip jar for your donations.
Guitar and ukulele music for toddlers and up with lots of interactive songs.
$12-20/class sliding scale. Intermediate and advanced workshops on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Info: www.bubbaguitar.com
For information: www.ramblingbluegrass.org
$12/class. Intermediate and advanced workshops on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Info: Kite Giedraitis 503-775-9039 or KiteG@FoolsInParadise.com
USUALLY at Zoar Lutheran Church, 190 W 3rd St, Canby. beginners welcome. Info: paulamanley(at)canby.com. (2nd & 4th Monday)
Hosted by Bridge City Ballroom Dance, $15 for entire evening, $8 social dance only, no partner required. 7-10 pm (beginners‘ lesson at 7)
To call them a cello and percussion duo would fall far short of the mark. Free, usually 21+, except when noted.
7-8 pm, location varies (we dance at the homes of members), for location, call Rick Russell at 503-452-7544 or Betty at 503-244-1593, free, bring a snack, beginners welcome. Info: www.portlanddancing.com
Doors open at 6 pm, 4 piece Jazz, blues and jug band, $15, VIP table (seats 4) $80.
Future shows:
Oct 14:Patrick Lamb Quintet
Oct 21: Soulmates- Jarrod Lawson, Jay ”Bird” Koder & Jans Ingber, VIP table (seats 4) $100
Oct 28: John Nilsen CD Release Concert, $20, VIP table (seats 4) $100
Scandinavian Heritage Foundation, Nordia House, (new location)
Live music; warm-up dancing 7-7:30, lessons 7:30-8:30, open request dancing 8:30-10 pm. $5 each night/$60 yearly membership; for more information, call 503-636-7509
Free monthly meeting with virtual open mic and featured performer most months. We are changing our meeting night to Sunday.
Featured performer -
Feb 6 (Sun): open mic
This will be the final virtual open mic. We are resuming in-person meetings.
Every Monday from Mar 23 through Apr 27, led by Adrian Martin, learn rhythm patterns that are used in countless songs and find out why they work, $120 for six classes. Info: 503-232-8845 or www.artichokemusic.org/calendar
Requirements: You should have the skill to move from chord to chord at a slow to medium tempo. Bring your instrument (and a tuner if you have one).
Please contact me directly with any questions. I‘d love to hear from you. Email: adrian@adrianmartinmusic.com Call: 971-221-8328.
Lenora's Ballroom at Waverly Commons
Lesson: 8-8:30 pm; dance to a varied program waltz, swing, blues, Latin, and more: 8:30 pm-10:30 pm. $8.
Muddy Rudder Public House
A spicy mix of folk and acoustic music, much of which is connected to the American south, including (but not limited to) acoustic blues, Texas folk, Cajun, string band & Texas swing, hosted by Diane Karl
Community ukulele jam. Info: Barbara Adams at adamsbjw(at)eou.edu
Kelli Welli is a fun, popular Portland childrens’ performer. Her music is great for toddlers on up, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays.
Alberta Street Public House
All-female Americana, free, all ages. (doors open at 5:30)
Jackstraw, 6-8 pm, bluegrass; impeccable musicianship and hard-driving originals, Laurelthirst Public House *, free, all ages.
Fine sax with piano attached, free. Info: reggiehouston.com
DANCE WORKSHOP (Every Tuesday) — Irish Céilí and Set Dance, $5. Info: oregonirishdance(at)gmail.com
Deeply rooted in traditional blues, and yet fiercely original. No cover.
McMenamins Rock Creek Tavern
Bluegrass and associated music, bluegrass instruments only; leave your song books and tab at home please. Info: Tim Howell at 503-208-1874 or timhowell74(at)gmail.com
Every Tuesday - Sep 10 through Oct 22, led by Tracy Kim, learn many of the greatest hits of the Beatles. This is for the intermediate (should know your basic chords) - to advanced player. $120 for seven classes.
St. Therese Catholic School
DANCE WORKSHOP (Every Tuesday) — Irish Céilí Dance, Elisa Chandler teaching, $5. Info: ceiliofthevalley(at)gmail.com
Traditional and contemporary folk music, hosted by Wayne and Will.
Lesson: 7 pm; CD dance: until 10 pm, Sponsored by Cascade Zydeco, $10 general/$8 members (unless otherwise noted below), 21+. Info: www.cascadezydeco.com
Matt Lynch provides a family friendly music show for kids of all ages,
Practice your ukulele and play songs in this casual drop-in atmosphere. $1 per person, $2 (non-resident). Info at 503-794-8092 or ncprd.com/discovery-guide
Newcomer friendly. Info: Jane at janeromfo5(at)gmail.com
Every Wednesday from Sep 11 through Oct 16, led by Tim Connell, a weekly class for only six weeks that is focused solely on the same students jamming together on ten specific tunes, all from the gypsyjazz & swing genre (for all instruments--intermediate to advanced level), $150 for six classes.
All levels welcome, acoustic only. For more info, contact arlo(at)arlotone.com
The Vault at Gastro Mania
A new band each week, $7 cash at the door (except as noted), Info: 503-715-6157 or www.oregonbluegrass.org
Oct 2: Fiddle Night (Luke Price, James Mason, Ben Blechman,Annie Staninec) - $10 cash at door
Oct 9: True North
Oct 16: Whiskey Deaf
Oct 23: Sam Hill
Oct 30: Leif & Aileen Halvorson with Friends
Every Wednesday from Sep 11 through Oct 23, led by Steve Cheseborough, We‘ll work on great 1920s-30s blues by Memphis Minnie, Ma Rainey, Geechie Wiley, Mattie Delaney, $120 for seven classes.
Prerequisites: Familiarity with basic chords, ability to keep a beat, willingness to fingerpick and sing, interest in the blues.
Learner-friendly jam session focused on old-time, folk, and acoustic blues, held in members‘ homes, all instruments and ability levels welcome. For more info, contact Steve Bleiler at bleilers@pdx.edu
Instruction at 7:30, open dancing following at 8:00. Call Rich & Jean Gibson at 233-1322 for more information. Every Wednesday.
Hosted by Marty Henniger & The Uptown Kings, bring your instrument, bring your voice, just bring yourself to this fun-filled jam. No cover.
Hosted by local singer-songwriter Ric Trinkle.
Traditional American music: folk and traditional musics from a variety of sources including early country recordings from the 20s and 30s, hosted by Gordy Euler.
Practice your ukulele and play songs in this casual drop-in atmosphere. $1 per person $2 (non-resident). Info at 503-794-8092 or ncprd.com/discovery-guide
White Eagle Saloon (McMenamins)
Join us outside on the patio for a picker‘s circle where everyone can play as much as they‘d like; bluegrass instrumentation preferred but any instruments are welcome. Free, all ages.
Fulton Park Community Center
A place to develop skill, build confidence, and connect with other dancers at all levels, $5. Info: Rhonda McFaddin at rhondamcfaddin(at)yahoo.com
Every Thursday from Sep 12 through Oct 24 - 6-6:50 pm, led by Max Tucker, become familiar with the basic rhythms used in popular music and get to try them, $120 for seven sessions. Info: 503-232-8845 or artichokemusic.org/classes
Old-time blues and Nawlins food, free. Info: www.stevecheseborough.com
Every Thursday from Sep 12 through Oct 24, led by Brian Fergus; In this class, ukulele players will learn practical harmony applied to the instrument, $120 for seven classes.
West Hills Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
While the Choristers take a summer break, some members and friends join together to sing. You‘re welcome to join them!
SW Portland (call 503-233-9091 for directions), George Penk or Dan Compton instructing, $8 students/$10 PCDC members/$15 non-members
Acoustic Village, every 2nd and 4th Friday, 7 pm (doors open at 6:30), hosted by Jon Lee, features a different theme each time, $5 donation at the door, beer, wine, sparkling water, tea, and light snacks available at the bar.
Sep 12: How I Spent My Summer Vacation
NW blues legend, known for her guitar, free, all ages.
Drop-in class, beginners always welcome, at 12 and over $5, Info: 503-819-2689 or www.irishpdx.com/classes-and-ceilis
Portland‘s premier weekly, live-music, swing dance.
Beginner swing dance lesson at 7:30 by Hughey & Cassie, live music and social dancing from 8 to 11. Venue bar is open for the entire event.
No partner necessary, and you are welcome to join us and watch if you‘re not ready to step out quite yet! DJ music for band breaks by Hughey.
Sep 5: Reggie Houston
Sep 12: Stumptown Swing
Sep 19: The Cherry Blossom Hot 5
Sep 26: The Hot Lovin‘ Jazz Babies
Bring your instrument and music stand (a grand piano is available, if anyone wants to play), not strictly a traditional session, but we typically play numbers from the Portland Collection, Vols 1, 2 and 3. Bring a snack to share. Please RSVP to Amy at 503-516-9063
Fulton Park Community Center
All styles of waltz plus an electic mix of other dance music, DJ Dennis Myers, host Coleen Suzanne, $7, all ages, all levels, everyone welcome.
Hosted by local singer-songwriter Ric Trinkle.
Featuring the best in traditional and contemporary folk and roots music, with a focus on new releases and vintage favorites, hosted by Dan Shramek (every 2nd and 4th Friday, alternates with Lark in the Morning).
Zazzy Zoe & Mr Ben present a fun and upbeat show for children and adults every Friday.
Doors open at 6 pm, family friendly, all ages and skill levels welcome: come play, listen, or just hang out. Pizza is free as always. Free, donations gladly accepted. For more info, contact Nick Peck at nick.peck(at)gmx.com
Room 30, Multnomah Arts Center
Brief storytelling workshop and story sharing, bring a dish to share and a serving utensil, free. Info: Eric Foxman at 503-659-2715 or www.portlandstorytellers.org
Clackamas Community College
Two young NW guitarists, part of Siempre La Guitarra concert series, $25 general, $10 students, advance tickets from Eventbrite (plus service fee), no refunds.
Friendly House Community Center
Great songs of the ‘60s and ‘70s, led by Ted Kaye. Free. Info: kandsons@aol.com
Guthrie Park Community Center
All levels welcome. Free, all ages.
Modern English country dance for all; newcomers encouraged to come at 7:15 and introduce yourself to the caller for assistance, dance shoes only on the maple floorboards, please, $10 non-members, $8 members, $7 students & seniors.
May 3: music by Lisa Scott, Leslie Hirsch, Eril Weberg, Ron Dan, caller TBD
May 10: Community Band Night
May 17: music by Richard Scher, Laura Kuhlman & friend, caller TBD
May 24: music by Lanny Martin & friends, caller TBD
May 31: music by Damsel, caller TBD
Every Friday, 7:30 pm (doors open at 7), singer-songwriter performances: four acts performing 30-minute sets, suggested donation $5-10.
Sep 13:
Peggy Schwartz - Little o‘this, little o‘that
Larry Lotz and Tim Dawdy - Country Americana original music duo
Carl Solomon - New Americana songs and stories
Crocodile Kramer - Northwest country blues/Cascadiana
Dance 8 pm (lesson 7-8 pm), a live music and dance event for all ages held on the second Friday of each month. Live music, no partner or experience required, $8 members/$10 non-members/$5 students/$30 family, all ages welcome. Info: 503-383-9297 or
Céilí of the Valley Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and perpetuating Irish heritage and culture in the Willamette Valley primarily through social events that incorporate music and dance.
7:30 pm lesson, 8-10:30 pm dance, $6-15 sliding scale.
Jan 10: music by The End Effects (Seattle), caller Isaac Banner (Seattle)
Feb 14: music by Campaign for Reel Time, caller Tarka Ayres (9th anniversary concert)
****A Cascade Promenade Event****
Mar 13: music by Cascade Crossing, caller Susan Michaels
Apr 10: music by Coriolis, caller Eric Curl
May 8: music by Countercurrent, caller Lindsey Dono
Original Portland rhythm & blues.
9 pm (doors open at 8), not your average tribute band, but something fresh and original, $12, 21+.
All day event, free, all ages, live music starts at 11 am, food and drink specials. Artists include -
Loading Dock:
11 am-12:30 pm - Cul An Ti
12:30 pm - Irish Dancers
1-3 pm - Spud and the Snake Skinners
3-5 pm - Na Rósaí
5:30-7:30 pm - Ruthie‘s Moan
8-10 pm - Castletown
Little Red Shed:
1-3 pm - Cul An Ti
3:30-5 pm - The Stomptowners
5:30-8 pm - Whistlin‘ Rufus
Winery:
7-9 pm - The New Shilling
Roaming:
4 pm - River City Pipe Band
Every Saturday from Sep 14 to Oct 26, led by Martha Stone, we will be focusing on the skills you need to play with other musicians in a jam setting, $120 for seven classes.
Great Food and American roots music, free.
All day event, free, all ages, live music starts at noon, food and drink specials. Artists include:
noon-3 pm - Castletown
3 pm - Irish Dancers
3:30-5:30 pm - Sky in the Road
6-9 pm - Hills and Hallows
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
‘60’s-‘70’s folk and more, bring snacks and finger food to share at 1 pm, 1:30 pm sing. For information, call Ted at 360-883-3030
Two Saturdays, Sep 14 and Sep 21, led by Gary Furlow, as an artist, you will eventually want to make a recording. So, where do you start? Can you do it yourself? At home? This workshop will be held in Artichoke‘s performance space.
The first week we’ll help you with setup and get you ready to record yourself to get the best result possible. The week between sessions is for you to complete your recordings. The second week at the workshop we’ll work on completing the mixing of your recording and explore options on how to add and enhance your recording, $50 for two workshops, beginners welcome.
2nd Saturday, 3:30-5 pm, led by Jane Keefer, bring your fiddle, banjo, guitar, or any other traditional acoustic instrument. All comers are welcome. Info: 503-232-8845 or www.artichokemusic.org/calendar
White Eagle Saloon (McMenamins)
Lyrical, raw, and unfiltered. Free, all ages.
Join Pete and a revolving cast of delinquents for a casual song session, free
Energetic songs and stories for the whole family.
Island sounds, reggae, soft rock, and contemporary hits, free.
*****Portland FolkMusic Society Event*****
Aug 10: 6 pm potluck, 7-10:30 pm sing
Heather Blackbird
2410 N Lonbard St. (corner of Boston)
Portland OR 97217
hlgblackbird(at)gmail.com
503-860-4776
Come for a fun evening of English Country Dancing with friends far and near! No partner or previous experience required. The first half hour will be easier dances, $5 per person, ages 13 to adult.
DANCE (2nd) — Gender Free Techno Contra, 6:30-10 pm, supportive, playful, safe, and willing to learn, These are our intentions. Any and all are welcome who are willing to aim for these intentions. None are welcome who refuse, $6-15 sliding scale. Info: http://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar
VanCity Ballroom, Riverside Performing Arts Building
Different teachers and styles every night, sponsored by $8 cover, no partner required. 7:30-10 pm (beginners‘ lesson at 7)
7:30-9:30 pm (potluck at 6:30) The Rosetown Ramblers is a square dance club for lesbians and gays. We are open to all square dancers regardless of age, race, gender, religion, ethnic background, or sexual orientation. Rosetown Ramblers does not require you to dance your biological role.
Info: www.rosetownramblers.com
Caller: Kris Jensen
Show 7:30 pm (doors open at 6:45), Irish entertainment, advance tickets $20/children 16 and under and students available from www.brownpapertickets.com (plus service fee)/$30 door.
April 11: KALOS - Ryan McKasson, Eric McDonald and Jeremiah McLane.
8-11 pm (social potluck and drink at 7), fresh new trio from the heart of Connemara, house concert in the Wee Ceili Room in Tualatin, $25, sponsored by S and A Irish Entertainment.
Happy Valley School of Music
Every other Sunday from Sep 15 through Oct 27, led by Tracy Kim, learn the most common chord voicings of Brazilian guitarists, $120 for four workshops, More info: artichokemusic.org/classes
Please Note: If you miss the start date of the term, you can do a $35 drop-in rate per session. Please contact Tracy at 503-236-8613.
Norse Hall Lodge Room - 2nd floor
Unchoreographed social waltzing mixing together basic elements of scandinavian, vintage, swing and argentine tango dancing, $4 (free for members of Grieg Lodge). For information, contact Don Harvey 503-334-6587 or donald.cory.harvey(at)gmail.com.
10:30 to 11:30 Introduction to Waltz: lesson by Uwe Hessinger and Colleen Suzanne.
11:30 to 2:30pm: Eclectic dance music, DJ Dennis Myers
$15 for dance, brunch and lesson, $12 for brunch and dance.
A selection of waltzes played on the piano by Gene Freeheart.
Come enjoy the best dance floor in Portland, a welcoming atmosphere, a lesson that has become a Sunday morning ritual.
Fine sax with strings attached, free. Info: reggiehouston.com
(Every Sunday)
Happy Valley School of Music
Every other Sunday from Sep 15 through Oct 27, led by Tracy Kim. Love the Beatles? This workshop and jam session will teach you many of the Beatles most requested and classic songs. Info: artichokemusic.org/classes. All instruments are welcome for this workshop.
Please Note: If you miss the start date of the term, you can do a $35 drop-in rate per session. Please contact Tracy at 503-236-8613.
Rotating roots bands, free, all ages. Info: 503-232-1504 or www.laurelthirst.com (Every Sunday)
Cajun musicians gather at different homes, everyone is welcome and sometimes there is room to dance. Potluck! To get on the mailing list, send to Tia Regan at regantia(at)gmail.com
Happy Valley School of Music
Every Sunday from Sep 8 through Oct 20, led by Tracy Kim, this class makes learning and understanding music theory fun and EASY! $150 for seven classes. More info: artichokemusic.org/classes.
Please Note: If you miss the start date of the term, you can do a $30 drop-in rate per session. Please contact Tracy at 503-236-8613.
Songbooks provided, no exp necessary. Info: website or Jessica Beer at jessicabeer(at)gmail.com
Led by Mark Bosnian, a monthly community sing-along gathering. $10. Info: 232-8845 or artichokemusic.org/classes
led by Mark Bosnian, a monthly community sing-along gathering, $10. Info: www.artichokemusic.org/calendar
Hosted by Cyndi Turtledove, 3rd Sundays. Bring a small snack to share; sponsored by non-profit LESTA (Learn Spanish and English Through the Arts). Please RSVP for parking instructions to 503-617-6986, or cyndi@lesta.net
Happy Valley School of Music
Every Sunday from Sep 8 through Sep 22, led by Tim Connell, in this three-week workshop series, we’ll learn how to locate the scale tones 1, 3 and 5 in any key, $150 for three workshops. More info: artichokemusic.org/classes.
The workshops will be limited to 12 students to create an intimate learning environment. Drop-in rate is $60. Please call Tracy Kim for questions: 503-236-8613.
Beaverton Community Center
Come prepared to share a 5-to-7-minute story. RSVP and confirm the date with terry.jordan(at)comcast.net. (Every third Sunday)
Roots and bluegrass, free, all ages.
Alberta Street Public House
Hosted by Matthew Seltzer, describing a desolate, yet love-torn America, free, all ages. (5 pm, doors open at 4:30. Every First Sunday, but please verify)
Old-time blues. Every Sunday. Free.
Enjoy gospel music with potluck and fellowship to follow. Please RSVP to Pastor Richard Monks at 360-225-6332 or Gary Everett at 360-606-8992.
Every Sunday but please verify.
David Reisch (bass) and Turtle VanDemarr (guitar) from the Freak Mountain Rambers bring pals for a rowdy, rootsy Sunday afternoon of song, free, all ages.
Feb 2: special 7 pm start due to Super Bowl.
Off-beat, edgy, weird, wonderful
Muddy Rudder Public House
Irish music, no cover, 21+. (Every Sunday but please confirm)
Sunday West Coast Swing Practica, a comfortable and fun atmosphere to practice your swing, Carole Duttlinger is DJ and available for instruction, $2 donation requested, 21+
, 6-9 pm, smooth jazz and jazz/fusion. (Every Sunday but please confirm).
Kells Irish Restaurant and Pub
Free. (2nd through last Sundays but please verify)
Jenny Sizzler is not a person, but a 6-piece comedy-rock juggernaut, free, 21+.
3rd Sunday, $7-15 sliding scale at the door, kids are free. No dancing experience necessary. Info: www.bubbaguitar.com.
Jan 19 event related to Old Time Music Gathering, but not an official event.
Jan 19: Music by Cully Cutups and Steam Machine, caller Rina Rossi.
February 16: Music by Stickpile. Gender-neutral calling by Andy Grummon and one other person TBA.
Mar 15: Music by Rats Gone to Rest, callers TBA.
Apr 19: Music by the Pork Belly Futures, callers TBA.
May 17: Music by the Yard Art Ensemble, callers TBA, Gender-neutral calling.
Fulton Park Community Center
Every Sunday, led by Donna Cole, we dance circles, couples, and some lines; beginning dances will be taught at 8, followed by new dances at 9, admission $7. Check the online calendar at http://portlandisraelidance.com for cancellations or schedule changes.
Hosted by Taylor Kingman, free. (Every Sunday, but please verify)