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September, 2019

Sunday
22
Happy Valley School of Music
10:00 AM
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Every other Sunday from Sep 8 through Oct 20, led by Tracy Kim, learn to improvise over any chord or chord progression at any time, $120 for four workshops, Artichoke Music, 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.
Sunday
22
Just Bob Café (formerly Anna Bannanas)
10:00 AM
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Labor/woman songs/Malvina Reynolds ditties. (Every 4th Sunday but please verify)
Sunday
22
Norse Hall Lodge Room - 2nd floor
10:30 AM
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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.
Sunday
22
EaT: an Oyster Bar
11:00 AM
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Fine sax with strings attached, free. Info: reggiehouston.com
(Every Sunday)
Sunday
22
Happy Valley School of Music
11:30 AM
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Every other Sunday from Sep 8 through Oct 20, led by Tracy Kim, learn and jam in a relaxed setting, $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.


Sunday
22
Laurelthirst Pub
12:00 PM
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Rotating roots bands, free, all ages. Info: 503-232-1504 or www.laurelthirst.com (Every Sunday)
Sunday
22
Flipside Coffee Shop
12:00 PM
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4th Sunday Jam is discontinued. Flipside Coffee Shop is closed permanently. Jam host Marian Drake is looking for a new venue to start up again in September. Contact Marian by phone (not text) at 503-236-1736
Sunday
22
Artichoke Music
1:00 PM
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Led by Richard Saslow, Visiting Instructor, this workshop will discuss ragtime fingerpicking and focus on the tune “Ragtime Ramble”, which is the first composition in the book “The New Art of Ragtime Guitar”, $30.
Sunday
22
Happy Valley School of Music
1:00 PM
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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.
Sunday
22
Happy Valley School of Music
2:30 PM
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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.
Sunday
22
Kennedy School Community Room
3:00 PM
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Community Room (SE corner of the building), All are welcome. Topics and teachers vary from month to month and are intended to deepen our relationship to the tradition of Sacred Harp singing. See www.portlandsacredharp.org for more info.
Sunday
22
3:30 PM
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Contact jamiberry(at)yahoo.com (Every 4th Sunday)
Sunday
22
Kennedy School Community Room
4:00 PM
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Community Room (SE Corner of the building), songbooks provided, no experience necessary. Info: www.portlandsacredharp.org or Jessica Beer at jessicabeer(at)gmail.com
Sunday
22
Alberta Street Public House
5:00 PM
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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)
Sunday
22
Upright Brewing
5:00 PM
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Old-time blues. Every Sunday. Free.

Sunday
22
Tommy O's
6:00 PM
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, 6-9 pm, smooth jazz and jazz/fusion. (Every Sunday but please confirm).
Sunday
22
Silver Star Saloon
6:00 PM
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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+
Sunday
22
Muddy Rudder Public House
6:00 PM
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Irish music, no cover, 21+. (Every Sunday but please confirm)
Sunday
22
Laurelthirst Pub
6:00 PM
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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.
Sunday
22
Blue Diamond
6:00 PM
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Every Sunday but please verify.
Sunday
22
Tom Harke is kindly lending us his home.
6:30 PM
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New regular Portland Balkan Jam (and maybe, some Romanian and Hungarian music), 2nd and 4th Sundays (starting September 22, 2019).
No commitments. Bring music and/or chords to share. All instruments are welcome. Tell your friends. All suggestions are welcome.
Sunday
22
Kells Irish Restaurant and Pub
6:30 PM
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Free. (2nd through last Sundays but please verify)
Sunday
22
Artichoke Music
7:00 PM
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Performing at the Tablao this April are dancers Kelley Dodd, Lillie Last, and Nela McGuire accompanied by singer Christina Lorentz, guitarist Brenna McDonald, and percussionist Nick Hutcheson, $20 advance/$25 at the door, advance tickets (recommended) from www.brownpapertickets.com (plus service fee).
Sunday
22
Laurelthirst Pub
8:00 PM
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Super supportive showcase for everyone, sign-up at 8 pm, music at 9, Hosted by Haley Hendrickx, free.
Sunday
22
Fulton Park Community Center
8:00 PM
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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.
Monday
23
KBOO Radio - 90.7 FM
5:30 AM
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Early morning folk music to get your week started, hosted by Diane Hunt.
Monday
23
Artichoke Music
10:30 AM
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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.
Monday
23
Mississippi Pizza
5:00 PM
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Guitar and ukulele music for toddlers and up with lots of interactive songs.
Monday
23
6:00 PM
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$12/class. Intermediate and advanced workshops on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Info: Kite Giedraitis 503-775-9039 or KiteG@FoolsInParadise.com
Monday
23
6:00 PM
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$12-20/class sliding scale. Intermediate and advanced workshops on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Info: www.bubbaguitar.com
Monday
23
Laurelthirst Pub
6:00 PM
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Old friends playing roots and country music they love, free.
Monday
23
Papa's Pizza
6:00 PM
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For information: www.ramblingbluegrass.org
Monday
23
6:30 PM
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USUALLY at Zoar Lutheran Church, 190 W 3rd St, Canby. beginners welcome. Info: paulamanley(at)canby.com. (2nd & 4th Monday)
Monday
23
Scandinavian Heritage Foundation, Nordia House, (new location)
7:00 PM
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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
Monday
23
Lake Theater & Cafe
7:00 PM
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7 pm (doors open at 6), astonishing musicianship, timeless yet wholly original songcraft, Lake Theater & Cafe, 106 N State Street, Lake Oswego. $20 general/$100 for VIP table (seats 4). Info: www.laketheatercafe.com.
Sep 23: featuring esteemed guest Ralph Huntley (piano/mischief)
Monday
23
7:00 PM
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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
Monday
23
Edgefield Winery
7:00 PM
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To call them a cello and percussion duo would fall far short of the mark. Free, usually 21+, except when noted.
Monday
23
Warehouse #23
7:00 PM
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Hosted by Bridge City Ballroom Dance, $15 for entire evening, $8 social dance only, no partner required. 7-10 pm (beginners‘ lesson at 7)
Monday
23
Muddy Rudder Public House
8:00 PM
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No cover, 21+.
Monday
23
Lenora's Ballroom at Waverly Commons
8:00 PM
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Lesson: 8-8:30 pm; dance to a varied program waltz, swing, blues, Latin, and more: 8:30 pm-10:30 pm. $8.
Monday
23
Laurelthirst Pub
9:00 PM
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The finest in local Django Reinhardt-inspired gypsy jazz and swing dance music, free.
Tuesday
24
KBOO Radio - 90.7 FM
5:30 AM
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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
Tuesday
24
Gresham Senior Center
9:00 AM
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Community ukulele jam. Info: Barbara Adams at adamsbjw(at)eou.edu
Tuesday
24
Mississippi Pizza
5:30 PM
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Kelli Welli is a fun, popular Portland childrens’ performer. Her music is great for toddlers on up, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays.
Tuesday
24
Tapalaya
6:00 PM
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Fine sax with piano attached, free. Info: reggiehouston.com
Tuesday
24
Alberta Street Public House
6:00 PM
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All-female Americana, free, all ages. (doors open at 5:30)
Tuesday
24
Laurelthirst Pub
6:00 PM
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Bluegrass band, flying fingers and soaring harmonies, free, all ages.
Tuesday
24
VFW Hall
6:30 PM
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DANCE WORKSHOP (Every Tuesday) — Irish Céilí and Set Dance, $5. Info: oregonirishdance(at)gmail.com
Tuesday
24
McMenamins Rock Creek Tavern
7:00 PM
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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
Tuesday
24
Pacific Crest Community School
7:00 PM
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Meets every Tuesday (except Oct 8). Instructors are Maggie Lind – clawhammer banjo, Patrick Lind – guitar, Sophie Enloe –fiddle. Previous experience on your instrument is required. If you’ve been playing old-time music on fiddle, clawhammer banjo, or guitar for a while and are ready to meet and play with other people, then this class is for you! $125-$150 for 8 weeks and learn 6 traditional tunes and songs.
Tuesday
24
Catfish Lou's
7:00 PM
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Deeply rooted in traditional blues, and yet fiercely original. No cover.
Tuesday
24
St. Therese Catholic School
7:30 PM
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DANCE WORKSHOP (Every Tuesday) — Irish Céilí Dance, Elisa Chandler teaching, $5. Info: ceiliofthevalley(at)gmail.com
Wednesday
25
KBOO Radio - 90.7 FM
5:30 AM
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Traditional and contemporary folk music, hosted by John Risley
Wednesday
25
Mississippi Pizza
11:00 AM
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Matt Lynch provides a family friendly music show for kids of all ages.
Wednesday
25
Menucha Retreat and Conference Center
3:00 PM
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****CAMP IS FULL - Get on the waiting list****
Sep 25 through Sep 29, blues guitar camp featuring artistic director and instructor Mary Flower, and instructors Guy Davis, Albanie Falletta and Rich Moore. For info, contact Scott Crane or Lauren Deming at 503-695-2243 or menucha.org/programs/blues. Co-sponsored by Cascade Blues Association.

Wednesday
25
Laurelthirst Pub
6:00 PM
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****Nov 16 - Part of the Siren Nation Festival 2019****
Gritty roots rock, free, 21+.
Wednesday
25
Milwaukie Center
6:00 PM
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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
Wednesday
25
Round Table Pizza
6:30 PM
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Newcomer friendly. Info: Jane at janeromfo5(at)gmail.com
Wednesday
25
Alberta Street Pub
7:00 PM
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Zydeco dance lesson 7 pm, live music 7:30 - 10 pm, Jesse Young, Mike Danner, Jennifer Smieja, Greg Hyatt, and Brian Foxworth serve up another dynamite night of swampy soul and rock n roll. Let‘s dance! $15 general/ $12 Cascade Zydeco members, 21+ after 8:30 pm.
Wednesday
25
13 Virtues Brewing Company
7:00 PM
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All welcome, led by Ann Rutherford & Norm Brecke, story length is 8 minutes.free. Info: www.annerutherford.
Wednesday
25
The Vault at Gastro Mania
7:00 PM
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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
Wednesday
25
7:30 PM
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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
Wednesday
25
Muddy Rudder Public House
8:00 PM
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Jazz, blues, a taste of country, no cover.
Wednesday
25
Muddy Rudder Public House
8:00 PM
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Bluegrass, swing, and jazz, no cover.
Wednesday
25
The Chalet
8:00 PM
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Instruction at 7:30, open dancing following at 8:00. Call Rich & Jean Gibson at 233-1322 for more information. Every Wednesday.
Wednesday
25
The old Church Concert Hall
8:00 PM
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8 pm (doors open at 7), British folksinger, The Old Church Concert Hall, 1422 SW 11th, $17 advance/$20 day of show, all ages, bar with ID, advance tickets from Eventbrite at www.eventbrite.com (plus service fees), all sales are final. Info: www.theoldchurch.org.

Wednesday
25
Alberta Rose Theatre
8:00 PM
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8 pm (doors open at 7), a decidedly Midwestern amalgam of blues, country, rock’n’roll, and folk, $20 advance/$25 door.
Minors OK when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Tickets online through www.albertarosetheatre.com.
Wednesday
25
Catfish Lou's
8:30 PM
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Hosted by Marty Henniger & The Uptown Kings, bring your instrument, bring your voice, just bring yourself to this fun-filled jam. No cover.
Wednesday
25
Brickhouse Bar & Grill
9:00 PM
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Hosted by local singer-songwriter Ric Trinkle.
Thursday
26
KBOO Radio - 90.7 FM
5:30 AM
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Traditional American music: folk and traditional musics from a variety of sources including early country recordings from the 20s and 30s, hosted by Jonathan Lay.

Thursday
26
Milwaukie Center
9:30 AM
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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
Thursday
26
White Eagle Saloon
4:00 PM
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Come join us for a weekly bluegrass jam, hosted by Rich Landar of The Hillwilliams. We‘ll be playing in a picker‘s circle where everyone can play as much as they‘d like. Bluegrass instrumentation preferred but any acoustic instruments are welcome. All levels of pickers and singers can join in at this friendly, no pressure jam session, free, all ages.
Thursday
26
Mississippi Pizza
5:30 PM
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Every Thursday, and joined by Mo Phillips every second Thursday. Closed for the holiday on Nov 28 (Thanksgiving).
Thursday
26
Fulton Park Community Center
5:30 PM
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A place to develop skill, build confidence, and connect with other dancers at all levels, $5. Info: Rhonda McFaddin at rhondamcfaddin(at)yahoo.com
Thursday
26
EaT: an Oyster Bar
6:00 PM
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Old-time blues and Nawlins food, free. Info: www.stevecheseborough.com
Thursday
26
Artichoke Music
7:00 PM
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Every 2nd & 4th Thursday, 7 pm (doors open at 6:30), hosted by Jon Lee, features a different theme each fortnight, $5 donation at the door, beer, wine, sparkling water, tea, and light snacks available at the bar.

Sep 26: Living and Dying in 3/4 Time
Thursday
26
Kennedy School Community Room
7:00 PM
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Community Room (SE corner of the building), songbooks provided, no experience necessary. Info: www.portlandsacredharp.org or Jessica Beer at jessicabeer(at)gmail.com
Thursday
26
Kennedy School Community Room
7:00 PM
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Community Room (SE corner of the building), songbooks provided, no experience necessary. Info: www.portlandsacredharp.org or Jessica Beer at jessicabeer(at)gmail.com
Thursday
26
Hostel Café
7:00 PM
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Thursday
26
Winona Grange #271
7:00 PM
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Drop-in class, beginners always welcome, at 12 and over $5, Info: 503-819-2689 or www.irishpdx.com/classes-and-ceilis
Thursday
26
Billy Webb Elks Lodge
7:15 PM
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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
Thursday
26
Fulton Park Community Center
7:30 PM
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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.
Thursday
26
Muddy Rudder Public House
8:00 PM
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Hard-hitting and heartfelt old-time and bluegrass.
Thursday
26
Brickhouse Bar & Grill
9:00 PM
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Hosted by local singer-songwriter Ric Trinkle.
Friday
27
KBOO Radio - 90.7 FM
5:30 AM
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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).
Friday
27
Mississippi Pizza
5:00 PM
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Zazzy Zoe & Mr Ben present a fun and upbeat show for children and adults every Friday.
Friday
27
Laurelthirst Pub
6:00 PM
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Talented duo of singer-songwriters join forces for an evening of incredible harmony and nuance, free, all ages.
Friday
27
Wasco County Fairgrounds
6:00 PM
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Celebrating 20 years of Bluegrass music in North Central Oregon, sponsored by the Shaniko Preservation Guild.

Friday from 6 to 9 pm - Open Mic & Stage Show

Saturday from 9 am to 9:30 pm - Workshops (9 am), Band Scramble (10 am), Open Mic & Slow Jam (2 pm), Afternoon Bluegrass Show (3 to 5 pm), Bluegrass Evenin‘ Roundup - (6 to 9 pm) 9 pm drawings, Grand prize & Lifetime pass.
Dinner Break - 5 to 6:30 pm,
Shaniko Preservation Guild Fundraiser BBQ, featuring Oregon County Beef $10 plate or two for $18, child $5 (12 & under)

Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm - Bluegrass/Gospel Finale.

Music pass required on grounds - $30 weekend pass
For daily rates inquire at the gate, camping extra, only hookup reservations are needed, call Joanne at 541-546-4502.
Friday
27
Barberton Grange
6:30 PM
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Hosted by Michael Hatfield, sound system provided, bring your instrument and your appetite, all ages and skill levels.
Friday
27
Guthrie Park Community Center
7:00 PM
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All levels welcome. Free, all ages.
Friday
27
Burlingame Water Tower Dance Hall
7:30 PM
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Modern English country dance for all, Dancing starts at 7:30. Show up early to check in. Newcomers are always welcome. We waive the admission fee the first time you attend. An introductory session is available at 7:15 upon request. Admission: Sliding scale, pay what you can: recommended range $7- $15.

No street shoes permitted beyond entryway. Only clean soled shoes permitted on the dance floor. No partner required.

We welcome people who respect our expressed dance-community values and code of conduct without regard for age, race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, sexual orientation, or ability.

Feb 9: MASKS OPTIONAL (free admission for all) - caller Ric Goldman with Fine Companions: Betsy Branch, Erik Weberg, Bill Tomczak, and Lisa Scott
Feb 16: MASKS OPTIONAL - caller Cynthia Stenger with Bill Tomczak, Laura Kuhlman, Brooke Bubna, and Mark Douglass
Feb 23: MASKS OPTIONAL - caller Erik Weberg with Bill Tomczak, Betsy Branch, Laura Kuhlman, and Jenny Peterson
Mar 1: MASKS REQUIRED - caller Ric Goldman with Lisa Scott, Leslie Hirsch, and Erik Weberg
Mar 8: MASKS OPTIONAL - caller Brooke Friendly with Laura Kuhlman, Leslie Hirsch, and Lisa Scott
Mar 15: MASKS OPTIONAL - caller Cynthia Stenger with Erica Liebert, Carl Thor, Meg Tapley, and Landon Kuhn

Mask Policy:
PCDC has authorized committees to make decisions about masking policies for their own events. All contra dances are mask-optional at this time. English dances are alternating between those that require masks and those that do not. Check the upcoming dances information to verify status of a dance.

COVID Policy:
PCDC no longer requires proof of vaccination, but we continue to encourage everyone to be vaccinated.
Friday
27
Artichoke Music
7:30 PM
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Every Friday, 7:30 pm (doors open at 7), singer-songwriter performances: four acts performing 30-minute sets, admission $5.

Edad del Pavo - Instrumental acoustic indie rock
Bill Scorzari - Singer-songwriter, Americana, folk
Katelyn Convery - Emotive folk/rock
Friday
27
****Portland Folk Music Society Concert**** at Reedwood Friends Church
7:30 PM
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Eclectic blend of acoustic blues, folk, jazz, jug and ragtime, all ages, doors open at 7. Buy tickets online through Seat Yourself (recommended) at www.portlandfolkmusic.org: $18 PFS members, $21 general admission, $10.50 ages 12-18 (under 12 free). Tickets at the door: $22 PFS members, $25 general admission, $12 ages 12-18 (under 12 free).
Friday
27
Walters Cultural Arts Center
7:30 PM
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Giving voice to those left behind by history, $35 advance/$40 day of show. For tickets call the box office at or go to www.brownpapertickets.com.
Friday
27
Knights of Columbus Hall
8:00 PM
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$6, call Sharon Moore at (503) 364-6713 or sharon.hayloft(at)gmail.com
Friday
27
Muddy Rudder Public House
8:00 PM
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Rhythm, jive, swing, reefer tunes, jump blues, boogie woogie -- it‘s all here, free, 21+ after 9 pm.
Friday
27
Clyde's Prime Rib Restaurant & Lounge
9:00 PM
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no cover. Info: normansylvester.com.
Saturday
28
KBOO Radio - 90.7 FM
6:00 AM
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Music in the country style, including western & western swing, cowboy & country blues, country folk, bluegrass, rockabilly, hillbilly, Americana, and honky tonk. hosted by Robert Parish, Wayne and Kathy Johnson, Wayne Selzer, Mary Rondthaler, and Gary Baysinger.

1st Saturday - Robert Parish along with son Graham play sets featuring particular artists as well as sets with a variety of artist.

2nd Saturday, Wayne and Kathy - Variety of country, western, western swing, country folk, country blues, bluegrass, rockabilly and Americana.

3rd Saturday - Will Selzer - Blends all types & styles of country music from 50+ years, rooted in mid-20th century, men and women artists equally. The goal is to entertain our listeners and to have fun.

4th Saturday - Mary - Bringing a musician’s ear to the collective with a focus on older country and Western swing from the ‘30s to the ‘70s, always with a good dose of women artists.

5th Saturday - Gary - Countrypolitan Blues - A mix of eastern philosophy and western swing; the yin, the yang, and the do-si-do.

Past shows available on the program page at https://kboo.fm/program/swing-n-country.
Saturday
28
KBOO Radio - 90.7 FM
9:00 AM
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Every Saturday, 9 am to noon, the best of traditional and contemporary bluegrass and old time music, and information about local shows and festivals!

First Saturday: Rachel and Justin

Second Saturday: Dave Elliott

3rd Saturday: Gareth Jenkins

4th Saturday: Chip Russell

5th Saturday: Phil Hodgen

prior shows available on the KBOO program page at https://kboo.fm/program/music-true-vine.
Saturday
28
Wasco County Fairgrounds
9:00 AM
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Celebrating 20 years of Bluegrass music in North Central Oregon, sponsored by the Shaniko Preservation Guild.

Friday from 6 to 9 pm - Open Mic & Stage Show

Saturday from 9 am to 9:30 pm - Workshops (9 am), Band Scramble (10 am), Open Mic & Slow Jam (2 pm), Afternoon Bluegrass Show (3 to 5 pm), Bluegrass Evenin‘ Roundup - (6 to 9 pm) 9 pm drawings, Grand prize & Lifetime pass.
Dinner Break - 5 to 6:30 pm,
Shaniko Preservation Guild Fundraiser BBQ, featuring Oregon County Beef $10 plate or two for $18, child $5 (12 & under)

Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm - Bluegrass/Gospel Finale.

Music pass required on grounds - $30 weekend pass
For daily rates inquire at the gate, camping extra, only hookup reservations are needed, call Joanne at 541-546-4502.
Saturday
28
Howell Territorial Park
10:00 AM
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Sauvie Island Jubilee is a fun-filled day of activities for all ages. Come enjoy heirloom apple tastings, learn about the island’s history on a tour of the Bybee-Howell House, take your kids on a harvest scavenger hunt, or sit back with a meal and enjoy some local musicians.

West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District looks forward to sharing the day with all of our friends and family from Sauvie Island and beyond.

Our apologies, but dogs are not allowed at this Metro property with the exception of seeing-eye dogs or other service animals.
Saturday
28
Artichoke Music
10:00 AM
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Led by Anne Weiss, Get support and feedback for your musical creations! See what possibilities are around the corner for making your songs and melodies even stronger and/or help with completing unfinished songs, $30.
Saturday
28
Waverly UCC
10:00 AM
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10 am-1 pm for beginning class and jam, 1-4 pm for the intermediate; all instruments, no registration required, drop-ins welcome; knowledge of basic chords and ability to execute the chord changes is required. class $15, jam only $5 donation.
Saturday
28
EaT: An Oyster Bar
11:00 AM
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Great Food and American roots music, free.
Saturday
28
Alberta Street Pub
11:30 AM
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Kids‘ Show, familiar kids‘ songs mixed with original tunes about what it‘s like to grow up in the Pacific Northwest. Info: www.albertastreetpub.com
Saturday
28
Artichoke Music
2:00 PM
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Fourth Saturday of every month, with John Richter, sing a bunch of great songs and make beautiful harmony with new and old friends, $5.
Saturday
28
White Eagle Saloon (McMenamins)
4:00 PM
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Roots rock, blues, and Americana, free, all ages.
Saturday
28
Mississippi Pizza
5:00 PM
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Energetic songs and stories for the whole family; rotating performers.

Feb 29: Paper Tooth
Mar 7: Tallulah‘s Daddy
Mar 14: Pointed Man Band
Mar 21: Micah & Me
Mar 28: The Alphabeticians
Saturday
28
Noho's Hawaiian Cafe
5:00 PM
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Island sounds, reggae, soft rock, and contemporary hits, free.
Saturday
28
Alberta Street Pub
6:00 PM
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6-8 pm (doors open at 5:30), rock & soul troubadour, Alberta Street Pub*, $6 cover, all ages.
Saturday
28
Mississippi Pizza
6:00 PM
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Local high energy bluegrass band.
Saturday
28
Emanar Cellars
6:30 PM
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singer-songwriter, no cover. For music, visit http://www.danielsings.com.
Saturday
28
Columbia Grange #267
7:00 PM
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7 pm (doors open at 6), featuring Mary Flower, Guy Davis, Albanie Falletta, and Rich Moore (Blues In the Gorge instructors‘ concert), $20
Saturday
28
VanCity Ballroom, Riverside Performing Arts Building
7:00 PM
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Different teachers and styles every night, sponsored by $8 cover, no partner required. 7:30-10 pm (beginners‘ lesson at 7)
Saturday
28
The Vault at Gastro Mania
7:00 PM
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singer-songwriter, $5 cash at door.
Saturday
28
Whelan's Irish Pub
7:00 PM
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Progressive bluegrass, no cover, 21+
Saturday
28
Laurelthirst Pub
7:00 PM
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Full-on horn-driven Motown/soul orchestra, free. Info: 503-232-1504 or https://laurelthirst.com/events.
Saturday
28
Muddy Rudder Public House
7:30 PM
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Acoustic blues and Americana, no cover, 21+. Info: jamesclem.com.

Mar 28: Jeff Masters will be joining me on harmonica.
Saturday
28
Fulton Park Community Center
8:00 PM
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Our Saturday night series at Fulton Hall continues!
7 pm newconer/refresher lesson, 7:30-10:30 pm dance, $6-20 sliding scale, cash or check.

All contra dances through August will be mask-optional.

Jan 27 (Sat): caller Laurel Thomas, music by Northwest Stomp
Feb 24 (Sat): caller Gordy Euler, music by Coriolis
Mar 23 (Sat): caller Kelly Tabor, music TBD

We welcome people who respect our expressed dance-community values and code of conduct without regard for age, race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, sexual orientation, or ability.

Mask Policy:
PCDC has authorized committees to make decisions about masking policies for their own events. All contra dances are mask-optional at this time.

COVID Policy:
PCDC no longer requires proof of vaccination, but we continue to encourage everyone to be vaccinated. While currently available COVID-19 vaccines no longer do much to prevent transmission, they continue to be effective for protecting oneself from more serious illness.
Saturday
28
Artichoke Music
8:00 PM
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Portland‘s own Robin Jackson and the Caravan (with members of Marchfourth!, Edna Vasquez Trio and Portland Cello Project) offer an intimate night of dreamy cinematic soul, whimsical indie folk and gypsy jazzy Americana,
$15, advance tickets from www.brownpapertickets.com (plus service fee). Info: www.artichokemusic.org.
Saturday
28
Catfish Lou's
9:00 PM
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8-piece soul/R&B/funk band featuring a 2-piece horn section and a massive rhythm section, performing original music written by Ken DeRouchie as well as a few handpicked classic soul tunes.

Top players from the Northwest join DeRouchie, including long-time KDB bassist Rob Busey, Northwest legend LaRhonda Steele on vocals, virtuoso guitarist Jeff Knudson, keyboardist Wayne Thompson, Portland singer/songwriter and drummer Chris Lay, Clayton Daffron on tenor sax and Caleb Denison on trumpet. $10 advance/$15 door.
Sunday
29
Happy Valley School of Music
10:00 AM
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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.
Sunday
29
Wasco County Fairgrounds
10:00 AM
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Celebrating 20 years of Bluegrass music in North Central Oregon, sponsored by the Shaniko Preservation Guild.

Friday from 6 to 9 pm - Open Mic & Stage Show

Saturday from 9 am to 9:30 pm - Workshops (9 am), Band Scramble (10 am), Open Mic & Slow Jam (2 pm), Afternoon Bluegrass Show (3 to 5 pm), Bluegrass Evenin‘ Roundup - (6 to 9 pm) 9 pm drawings, Grand prize & Lifetime pass.
Dinner Break - 5 to 6:30 pm,
Shaniko Preservation Guild Fundraiser BBQ, featuring Oregon County Beef $10 plate or two for $18, child $5 (12 & under)

Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm - Bluegrass/Gospel Finale.

Music pass required on grounds - $30 weekend pass
For daily rates inquire at the gate, camping extra, only hookup reservations are needed, call Joanne at 541-546-4502.
Sunday
29
Norse Hall Lodge Room - 2nd floor
10:30 AM
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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.
Sunday
29
Norse Hall Main Ballroom
10:30 AM
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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.
Sunday
29
EaT: an Oyster Bar
11:00 AM
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Fine sax with strings attached, free. Info: reggiehouston.com
(Every Sunday)
Sunday
29
Happy Valley School of Music
11:30 AM
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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.
Sunday
29
Laurelthirst Pub
12:00 PM
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Rotating roots bands, free, all ages. Info: 503-232-1504 or www.laurelthirst.com (Every Sunday)
Sunday
29
Happy Valley School of Music
1:00 PM
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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.
Sunday
29
Ladd Taphouse
2:00 PM
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Every Sunday from 2 to 5 pm, this is an ongoing jam open to all ages and levels, acoustic only. The Ladd Taphouse has a full menu, over 40 taps, and full bar.
Sunday
29
Outdoor House Concert
3:00 PM
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3 pm (optional potluck at 2), harp-hammer dulcimer duo, music to lighten the spirit and feed the soul; suggested donation $15-$20. To reserve, contact Marianne Decher at 503-348-2668 (voice or text) or mariannedecher@comcast.net. More info: https://www.talismanmusic.com/celtinalia.html.
Sunday
29
House Concert
4:00 PM
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A New England vocal quartet, suggested donation of $15-$30, sliding scale.

To reserve: email Betsy at fiddlefrau(at)gmail.com.
Sunday
29
Alberta Street Public House
5:00 PM
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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)
Sunday
29
Upright Brewing
5:00 PM
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Old-time blues. Every Sunday. Free.

Sunday
29
Laurelthirst Pub
6:00 PM
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Tye North (bass- Radula, Ducky Pig) brings a host of friends for an evening‘s rowdy musical fun!, free.
Sunday
29
Tommy O's
6:00 PM
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, 6-9 pm, smooth jazz and jazz/fusion. (Every Sunday but please confirm).
Sunday
29
Silver Star Saloon
6:00 PM
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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+
Sunday
29
Wasco County Fairgrounds
6:00 PM
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Celebrating 20 years of Bluegrass music in North Central Oregon, sponsored by the Shaniko Preservation Guild.

Friday from 6 to 9 pm - Open Mic & Stage Show

Saturday from 9 am to 9:30 pm - Workshops (9 am), Band Scramble (10 am), Open Mic & Slow Jam (2 pm), Afternoon Bluegrass Show (3 to 5 pm), Bluegrass Evenin‘ Roundup - (6 to 9 pm) 9 pm drawings, Grand prize & Lifetime pass.
Dinner Break - 5 to 6:30 pm,
Shaniko Preservation Guild Fundraiser BBQ, featuring Oregon County Beef $10 plate or two for $18, child $5 (12 & under)

Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm - Bluegrass/Gospel Finale.

Music pass required on grounds - $30 weekend pass
For daily rates inquire at the gate, camping extra, only hookup reservations are needed, call Joanne at 541-546-4502.
Sunday
29
Blue Diamond
6:00 PM
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Every Sunday but please verify.
Sunday
29
Muddy Rudder Public House
6:00 PM
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Irish music, no cover, 21+.
Sunday
29
White Eagle Saloon
7:00 PM
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blues, $10, 21+
Sunday
29
Artichoke Music
7:00 PM
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Gary Furlow and the Loafers: Jazz, soul, country, R&B, blues, rock & roll, dixieland, Woodlander: acoustic Americana. $15, advance tickets from www.brownpapertickets.com (plus service fee).
Sunday
29
Casa Della Zisa
7:30 PM
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7:30 pm (doors open at 7), singer, songwriter, guitarist, $20 single, $35 couple, $15 Portland Guitar Society members & seniors.

RSVP to casadellazisa(at)gmail.com, or call/text (leave name) to 503-307-4907.
Sunday
29
Laurelthirst Pub
8:00 PM
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Super supportive showcase for everyone, sign-up at 8 pm, music at 9, Hosted by Adam Witkowski, free.
Sunday
29
Alberta Rose Theatre
8:00 PM
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8 pm (doors open at 7), traditional Tuvan throat singing and their special guest and collaborator, electronica artist Carmen Rizzo, $28 advance/$32 door. Minors OK when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Tickets online through www.albertarosetheatre.com.
Sunday
29
Fulton Park Community Center
8:00 PM
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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.
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