What's Happening: Week of Sept. 21, 2026

Nov. 1 — Deadline to submit a poem for the Indian Creek Trail Poetry Walk. Submit up to three; 20 line max. More info at hoodriverlibrary.org/poetry-walk or gorgepoetrywalk@gmail.com.

Community Events

Sept. 21 — Mid-Columbia Fire & Rescue Board, 5:30 p.m. at Station 1, 1400 W. Eighth, The Dalles. The public may observe and/or listen to the meeting virtually by using either the link or the telephone number and access code provided on the board agenda as attached and located on the Fire District’s website at www.mcfr.org.

Sept. 22 — Klickitat PUD Board, 2 p.m. at 1313 S. Columbus Ave., Goldendale. Call-in Op-tion: 844-621-3956, Access Code: 2493 866 2912.

Sept. 22 — Teen Coffee House, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at The Dalles Wasco County Library, 722 Court St., The Dalles. Enjoy drinks and snacks from around the world while hanging out and playing games. Free, for teens.

Sept. 23 — “Corazón: The Legacy of Community Health Workers in the Columbia Gorge of Oregon and Washington,” 7-8:30 p.m. at the National Neon Sign Museum, 200 E Third St., The Dalles. Fully bilingual documentary on The Next Door’s Community Health Workers. Tickets are limited, at givebutter.com/corazon-public-premiere.

Sept. 24-25 — Film Screening and Discussion of “The Forest Keeps Its Own Record: Fire, science and stewardship on the east side of Mount Hood,” 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Granada Theatre, 221 E. Second St., The Dalles, and Friday at the Mt. Hood Town Hall, 6575 Highway 35, Mt. Hood.Film by Madison Washburn. Also includes moderated panel and Q&A and resource booths. Free, all welcome.

Sept. 25 — Wasco County Historical Society Presentation, 11 a.m. at The Dalles Library. With Cheryl Ortega sharing on her Bailey Family century old Orchard View Farms. Free, refreshments.

Sept. 25 — Empty Bowls Fundraiser, 6-8 p.m. at the Columbia Gorge Food Bank Warehouse, 3525 Crates Way, The Dalles. Annual fundraiser benefits Columbia Gorge Food Bank. Dinner, live music, silent auction. Ticket info at columbiagorgenews.com/local-events/#/.

Sept. 26 — Hazardous Waste Collection Event, 10 a.m. at Mosier Community School, 1204 First Ave., Mosier. More at tricountyrecycle.com.

Sept. 26 — Oregon Black History Presentation, 1 p.m. at The Original Wasco County Court-house Museum, 410 W. Second Place, The Dalles. With Mariah Rocker, public programs and exhibits manager at Oregon Black Pioneers. Free; donations accepted. Open to all. Funded by The Wasco Cultural Trust Coalition in partnership with The Oregon Historical Society.

Oct. 2-3 — 2026 Columbia River Gorge Quilters’ Guild Show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hood River County Fairgrounds, 3020 Wy’east Road, Odell. Admission $8. More at gorgequiltersguild.com.

Oct. 3 — Hood River Orchard and Ale Festival, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Hood River Event Site. Fresh hop beers, local ciders, fall eats, live music, and a craft market. Info and tickets at orchardandale.com.

Oct. 3 — River Cleanup, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Nichols Natural Area near the Hood River Waterfront. Hosted by Columbia Riverkeeper. Bags, gloves, and snacks provided; some tools but bring your own. Register at columbiariverkeeper.org/events.

Oct. 5 — Community Health Mobile Healthcare Van, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lyle Lions Community Center, Fifth and Highway 14. Open to all.

Oct. 8 — Mark Nilsson: 50 Years of Art Exhibit Opening, 5-7 p.m. at The Dalles Art Center. Free admission.

Oct. 9-11 — Hood River Valley Harvest Festival, Friday from 1-6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hood River Event Site. Local farmers and makers, food, live music, family activities, and beer, cider, wine, and spirits from around the region. Info and tickets at hoodriverharvestfestival.com.

Oct. 11 & Oct. 25 — Skate Night, 4-6 p.m. at the Underwood Recreation Center, 951 School House Road, Underwood. All welcome, all ages. Bring your own skates; knee pads and wrist guards recommended. Bring a water bottle; no food.

Oct. 13 & 27 — Teen Coffee House, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at The Dalles Wasco County Library, 722 Court St., The Dalles. Enjoy drinks and snacks from around the world while hanging out and playing games. Free, for teens.

Oct. 15 — Port of Cascade Locks Action Team, noon to 1 p.m. at Cascade Locks Ale House, WaNaPa Street, Cascade Locks. Everyone welcome. Grab lunch and hear updates from community organizations.

Oct. 15 — Harvest of Hope Fundraiser, 5:30-8 p.m. at The Ruins, 13 Railroad St., Hood River. Benefit for The Next Door Inc. Info and tickets at givebutter.com/c/harvestofhope26.

Oct. 15 — Artist Talk with Mark Nilsson, 6:30-8 p.m. at The Dalles Art Center. Tickets $5. Event for Mark Nilsson: 50 Years of Art exhibit.

Oct. 15 — Candidates Forum, 7-8:30 p.m. at the Lyle Lions Club, 503 State Street (Hwy 14), Lyle. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Klickitat-Skamania; candidates running for Klickitat County sheriff (Tony Warren, Dwayne Matulovich), County Commissioner District 2 (Lori Zoller, Andy Kallen) and Klickitat County PUD District 1 (Dan Gunkel, Logan Siebert).

Oct. 18-19 — 2026 Columbia Gorge Marathon, Half-Marathon; Saturday 5K & 10K, Sunday half or full marathon. More info and registration at columbiagorgemarathon.com.

Ongoing

First Monday — Adult Writers Group, 5:30-7 p.m. at The Dalles-Wasco County Library.

Mondays — Al-anon Meeting, noon at Riverside Community Church, 317 State St. in Hood River.

Mondays — Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association Voci Community Choir Rehearsals, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Hood River Valley High School. All welcome. Questions to info@gorgeorchestra.org.

Mondays — Cascade Singers Rehearsals, 7 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, 10th & Union, The Dalles. Rehearsals are open to all, from high school up.

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 $4, all others $7. All welcome.

Monday, Wednesday and Friday — Strong People, 11 a.m. to noon at the Cascade Locks City Hall.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday — Exercising for Seniors, 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Hood River Valley Adult Center.

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.

Second Monday — Friends of the Library, 11 a.m. in the Jean Marie Gaulke Room, Hood River Library; public welcome. More at hoodriverlibrary.org/friends. Meets except July, August and December.

Third Monday — Hands On Maker Monday, 3:30 p.m. at The Dalles Public Library. With OSU Extension and 4-H. For kids, teens and adults. Projects like leatherworking, sewing, candle making, cake decorating and more.

Tuesdays — Senior Meals, noon at the Lyle Lions Community Center. Doors open at 10 a.m. Suggested donation for seniors 60 and over is $4, all others $7. All welcome.

Tuesdays — White Salmon-Bingen Rotary Club, noon to 1 p.m. Learn more at www.whitesalmon-bingenrotary.org, www.facebook.com/whitesalmonbingenrotaryclub, or email rotary.club.323@gmail.com.

Tuesdays — Overeaters Anonymous Meeting, 5:30 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ninth and State streets, Hood River.

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 Hood River Valley High School (music room). All welcome. Questions to info@gorgeorchestra.org.

First Tuesday — Criminal Records Expungement Clinic, 2-5 p.m. at the Hood River County Library, 502 State St. Free legal assistance to apply to set aside Oregon criminal records. No appointment necessary. More information at lynnmarie.crider@gmail.com.

Second Tuesday — Gorge Photography Club, 4 p.m. at the Mid-Columbia Senior Center, The Dalles. For more info, call 509-493-4567.

Second Tuesday — 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 43nlcurtis@gmail.com.

Third Tuesday — Mid-Columbia Car Club Meeting, 5 p.m. social / 6 p.m. meeting at Spooky’s Pizza, 3320 W. Sixth, The Dalles.

Fourth Tuesday — Gorge Photography Club, 3 p.m. at the Hood River Library. For more info, call 509-493-4567.

Tuesday & Thursday — Senior Meals, noon at the Goldendale Community Center. Doors open at 8 a.m. Suggested donation for seniors 60 and over is $4, all others $7. All welcome.

Tuesdays thru Fridays — Senior Chair Yoga, 9:15 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, fourth floor, The Dalles. Cost is $4 per class. Contact debra.lutje@gmail.com for info.

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 at Spooky’s; visitors welcome.

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

Wednesdays — Somos Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. at the Providence intersection, 12th and May streets, Hood River. Show support for the immigrant community. Rain or shine. Loaner signs available, or bring your own “We are immigrants” signs.

First Wednesday — 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.

Second Wednesday — Hood River Library Book Club, 12:30 p.m. at the Hood River Library Meeting Room, 502 State St. in Hood River. Meetings are hybrid, so folks are welcome both in-person and online. Books are chosen monthly. For more information, go to hoodriverlibrary.org.

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

Second Wednesday — Rainbow Reads Book Club for Queer and Allied Parents, 6 p.m. at The Dalles Wasco County Library, 722 Court Street in The Dalles.

Third Wednesday — Columbia Gorge Beekeepers Association Meeting, 6 p.m. at the Hood River Extension, 2990 Experiment Station Drive. All are welcome. Visitors may attend in person or via Zoom; info at admin@gorgebeekeepers.org.

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 HRToastmasters@proton.me 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 — 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. For more information go to www.thedalleskiwanis.org/ or The-Dalles-Kiwanis-Club on Facebook.

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

First Thursday — Criminal Records Expungement Clinic, 2-5 p.m. at The Dalles Public Library, 722 Court St., The Dalles. Free legal assistance to apply to set aside Oregon criminal records. No appointment neces-sary. For more information, email lynnmarie.crider@gmail.com.

First Thursday — NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of the Gorge, 6:15-7:45 p.m. at Dalles-Wasco County Library meeting room. For info, call Barbara at 541-980-7264.

Second Thursday — 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.

Third Thursday — Heritage Council Board Meeting, 5 p.m. at the History Museum of Hood River County, 300 E. Port Marina Way, Hood River. Public welcome to attend. New board members, volunteers needed

Third Thursday — West Klickitat Regional Fire Authority Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the White Salmon Fire Station at 119 NE Church St.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday — Hood River Valley Adult Center Thrift Shop, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels.

Third Fridays — Community Game Day, 1 p.m. at the Lyle Lions Community Center, Fifth and Highway 14. Play scrabble, cribbage or bring your own favorite. Coffee and cookies will be offered.

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

Fridays — Reflections on the Life of the Spirit, 1 p.m. at the United Methodist church in White Salmon, 341 N. Main Ave. Hosted by Baha’is of White Salmon. Explore spiritual identity and what it means to be human. For more information, contact White Salmon Bahá’ís at 509-637-3311.

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.

Third Friday — Community Game Day, 1 p.m. at the Lyle Lions Club. Board games, card games, cribbage, dominos, or bring your own.

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 — Grief Share, 10 a.m. to noon at Tucker Road Baptist Church, 1455 Tucker Road, Hood River. All welcome. Info at 541-386-1049.

Saturdays — Teen Programs, 2 p.m. at the Hood River Co. Library, 502 State St. Pick one or all that look fun and be creative, volunteer, play games, discuss books and eat snacks. Open to ages 12-18. For more info, contact Teen Librarian Rachel or go to hoodriverlibrary.org.

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.

First Saturday — Lyle Lions Club Pancake Breakfast, 7-10 a.m. at Lyle Lions Community Center, corner of Fifth and Highway 14. Adults $10, children 6-12 $5, under 5 free. Eggs and omelets cooked to order and endless pancakes.

First Saturday — Leos Club Can and Bottle Collection, 9 a.m. to noon at Rosauers, Hood River. Supports local nonprofits.

Second Saturday — Radio Amateurs of the Gorge Monthly Club Meeting, 8:30-10 a.m. at the Hood River Fire Department, 1785 Meyer Parkway, Hood River. All welcome. Club also does license exam sessions; see w7rag.radio/become-a-ham/ to sign up.

First & Third Sunday — Family Devotions, 10 a.m. at the White Salmon Grange, 1085 N. Main St. Baha’i faith. All welcome.

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 info@gorgeorchestra.org.

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