Tickets selling fast for the first Topaz Farm Harvest Fest Music Series on Sauvie Island

July 8, 2021 ~ Cheryl ~ Leave a comment

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay I just learned about this event tonight. The Harvest Fest Music Series is the first music series the Topaz Farm has hosted on Sauvie Island, Oregon. Four shows have sold out already, but tickets are available for the other three scheduled shows in the series: Thursday, July 29—Mama Bird … Continue reading Tickets selling fast for the first Topaz Farm Harvest Fest Music Series on Sauvie Island

Musicians in the Park a new summer series in Ridgefield

July 7, 2021 ~ Cheryl ~ Leave a comment

Need a mid-week pick-me-up? Come to Overlook Park on Wednesday from noon until 1:30 p.m. for Musicians in the Park. Pack a picnic lunch or grab takeout from a restaurant in downtown Ridgefield, Washington. This free series, which features local talent, starts July 7 and ends August 25. The event is sponsored by the City … Continue reading Musicians in the Park a new summer series in Ridgefield

Lincoln County Fair ends today in Newport, Oregon

July 4, 2021July 4, 2021 ~ Cheryl ~ Leave a comment

Featured image by Raventhorne, courtesy Creative Commons The Lincoln County Fair is underway this weekend in Newport, Oregon. The July 4 lineup features a range of activities that the entire family will enjoy. Live music is scheduled throughout the day at the Main Stage, and camel rides are available at the 4-H Animal Barn. Here's … Continue reading Lincoln County Fair ends today in Newport, Oregon

Can’t make the Waterfront Blues Festival this year? Stream it!

July 2, 2021July 2, 2021 ~ Cheryl ~ Leave a comment

This weekend, the Waterfront Blues Festival returns to Portland in a new location with limited seating, and only a few tickets are left for Monday, July 5. If you can't make it to the live performances or are not comfortable going to gatherings yet due to COVID-19, don't worry. There are two ways you can … Continue reading Can’t make the Waterfront Blues Festival this year? Stream it!

Go Fourth Festival July 1-4 in Longview, Washington

July 1, 2021 ~ Cheryl ~ Leave a comment

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay On Thursday, July 1, the Go Fourth Festival kicks off in Longview, Washington, with an evening fun run. The next three days are full of activities for the entire family: pancake breakfasts sponsored by the Lion's Club, a kids fest, live music, food vendors, golf, carnival, parade, and more. … Continue reading Go Fourth Festival July 1-4 in Longview, Washington

Tour six Eugene gardens virtually at Music in the Garden

June 26, 2021 ~ Cheryl ~ Leave a comment

Photo by Cheryl Landes Starting Sunday, June 27, take a virtual stroll through six beautiful gardens in Eugene, Oregon. "Music in the Garden" features the garden tours, interviews with the gardeners, and local musicians. The event is in its twenty-third year, but this is the first year it has been held virtually. It's hosted by … Continue reading Tour six Eugene gardens virtually at Music in the Garden

The Hult Center in Eugene reopens for live performances

June 21, 2021 ~ Cheryl ~ Leave a comment

The Hult Center for the Performing Arts in Eugene, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) The Hult Center of the Performing Arts in Eugene has reopened for live performances. The first show, Ron Artis II on Thursday, June 24, has sold out already, but tickets are still available for other events as early as Friday, June … Continue reading The Hult Center in Eugene reopens for live performances

Celebrate the 2021 summer solstice in person or online at Make Music Day Seattle

June 19, 2021 ~ Cheryl ~ Leave a comment

Image from RadioAvenueRadio.world June 21 isn't just summer solstics. It's also Make Music Day, which is celebrated in 1,000 cities worldwide. In Seattle, RainierAvenueRadio.world is celebrating by hosting a day of live music in three locations. Everyone is welcome to attend in person and perform. If you want to perform, register at seattle.makemusicday.org. If you … Continue reading Celebrate the 2021 summer solstice in person or online at Make Music Day Seattle

Live music at Fremont Fridays through August 20

June 17, 2021 ~ Cheryl ~ Leave a comment

Looking for something to do on Friday nights in Seattle's Fremont neighborhood? Stop by the back lot at the LTD Bar and Grill at 309 North 36th Street for free music from 5 until 10 p.m. The music features local talent. Fremont Fridays, as the event is called, also includes street fashion, art vendors, and … Continue reading Live music at Fremont Fridays through August 20

Tickets on sale for the Minnesota Orchestra’s 2021-2022 season

June 16, 2021 ~ Cheryl ~ Leave a comment

The stage at the Minnesota Orchestra's concert hall in downtown Minneapolis (photo by Cheryl Landes) Tickets are now on sale to the general public for the Minnesota Orchestra's 2021-2022 season. This season's schedule is a mix of digital and in-person concerts. Performances include Dvořák’s New World Symphony, Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony, music by Florence Price and … Continue reading Tickets on sale for the Minnesota Orchestra’s 2021-2022 season