THE DALLES — Garry Estep, a retired physicist and concert pianist, opened City Council’s meeting on Sept. 28 to request formal recognition for the Dalles Performing Arts Society (DPAS), a recently formed community organization hoping to host free community concerts next year.
THE DALLES — Singer-songwriter Mac Cornish will perform at Wine on Second downtown on Oct. 1, touring in support of her second studio album “Wayfaring Woman,” which dropped on Sept. 25.
Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association, media release
THE GORGE — The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association (CGOA) opens its 2026-2027 season with an expansive lineup across four distinct ensembles: orchestral, jazz, choral, and musical theater. This fall, audiences can look forward to high-energy big band showcases and a new chapter for the Gorge Sinfonietta.
HOOD RIVER — Two big bands. One stage. On Sept. 10, the Jazz Collective Big Band of Hood River joins forces with Portland’s acclaimed North Portland (NoPo) Big Band for the End of Summer Big Bands Royale, a showcase concert at The Ruins.
Kids and families, lounging on blankets and lawn chairs, persevered under a thin layer of wildfire smoke Thursday night for the 42nd annual Families in the Park free community concert series. The shows run from 7-9 p.m. each Thursday in August, managed by the Hood River Lions Club. Food carts are available on site.