Mid-Columbia Senior Center Bingo every Thursday and Saturday night, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Center in The Dalles.  There will be cash prizes, and evening dinner concessions will be available. 

YouthThink Parent “Boost Camps”…parents of ages 0-8 and tweens and teens…held virtually via Zoom.  For information, call 541-506-2673.

The Dalles Farmers Market…every Saturday from June 6 to October 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at City Park in The Dalles.

The History Museum of Hood River County Historic Walking Tours…Saturdays through September 5, 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m.  Tickets $15, available at hoodriverhistorymuseum.org.  Tours start at the Lightwell Hotel.

Gorge Heritage Museum open for season 2026…Fridays & Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.  At 202 East Humboldt in Bingen.  For more information, go to gorgeheritagemuseum.org.

One Community Health Sports Physicals at locations throughout the Gorge starting July 27…go to onecommunityhealth.org for details.

Dragon Puppet Theater…July 8 at 5:30 p.m. at Hood River Middle School.  Interactive show with hilarious characters, audience participation, and imaginative fun.  Sponsored by Friends of the Hood River County Library.

The Dalles Kiwanis Club meets every Thursday at noon at Spooky’s in The Dalles, and visitors are welcome.  July 9 guest speaker is Schlee Pulido of the Mid-Columbia Children’s Council.

Author Talk with S.K. DeMarinis…author of the novel The Station Master’s Wife…July 9 at 6:30 p.m. at The Dalles-Wasco County Library and July 10 at 5 p.m. at the Hood River Library meeting room.

Storybook Adventure…an original aerial and theater performance…July 10 at 6 p.m. at Hood River’s Jackson Park.  

Traffic Jam Car Show and More…July 11 at Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum in Hood River.  Details at waaamuseum.org.

Hood River Valley Leos monthly bottle and can collection, July 11, 9 a.m.-noon, at the southwest corner of the Rosauers parking lot on 1867 12th Street.  This month, raising funds for FISH Food Bank.

The Dalles Beautfication & Tree Committee/Columbia Gorge Toyota/Honda Second Saturday Cleanups…July 11, meet at 9 a.m. at Thompson Park.

Hood River Library Teen Scavenger Hunt…July 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.  After party, 4 p.m.-6 p.m.  Pick up your clue card at the library anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and compete in a scavenger hunt all over downtown Hood River.

Mid-Columbia Senior Center Bazaar…July 11, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1112 West 9th in The Dalles.  Quilts, fabric, supplies, unique crafts, Nu-2-U Shop open.

Fort Dalles Riders Club presents The Rodeo Queen’s Rodeo…July 11 at 10 a.m. at the Fort Dalles Riders Club on 1023 Irvine Street in The Dalles.  For information, go to fortdallesriders.com.

Wasco County Historical Society Presentation with Jurgen Hess presenting “Landscaping with Native Plants”…July 11 at 11 a.m. at the 1850 Moody-Rorick House on 300 West 13th in The Dalles.  Bring a lawn chair or blanket on which to sit.  Admission is free, donations are welcome.

Serious Theater presents Four Mature One-Act Comedies and Four Directors…July 11 at 7 p.m. and July 12 at 2 p.m. at Sawyer Hall Theater at Zion Lutheran Church at the corner of 10th and Union in The Dalles.  Admission free, donations accepted.  Sponsored in part by the Oregon Communnity Foundation.  For mature audiences.

Gorge Ultra Distance 17 Mile SUP Downwind Race…July 12.  Starting at Home Valley, finishing at Bingen Harbor.  Also a seven-mile short course. Signup at paddlesignup.com.

Underwood Community Center Skate Night…July 12, 4 p.m.-6 p.m.  Bring your own gear, $3 per skater, 16 and under need an adult present.  AT 951 Schoolhouse Road in Underwood.

Medicare 101…July 13 a 5 p.m. at The Dalles-Wasco County Library.  One-hour seminar designed to answer questions regarding Medicare.  

Magician John Stevens…magical stories & incredible illusions…July 14 at 10:30 a.m. at The Dalles-Wasco County Library.

Reptile Man…July 14, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the White Salmon Valley Community Library.

Film screening of Growing Cities…July 14 at 6 p.m. in the Hood River LibraryReading Room.  Presented by Central Gorge Master Gardener Association.

Mid-Summer Foam Party…July 15 at noon at the Cascade Locks Library, 3 p.m. at Parkdale Library, and 5:30 p.m. at the Hood River Library.  Mountains of foam, upbeat music, water balloons, and refreshing ice pops for all ages.

Mt. Hood Town Hall presents Music on the Lawn with Jess Clemons…July 15, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at 6575 Highway 35 in Mt. Hood.  Information at mthoodtownhall.org.

The Dalles Kiwanis Club meets every Thursday at noon at Spooky’s in The Dalles, and visitors are welcome.  July 16 guest speaker is Livia Christensen of the Youth Empowerment Shelter.

The Columbia Gorge Disordered Eating Support Group meets July 16, at noon in the Hood River Library Community Meeting Room.

Takohachi Duo…bringing the ancient art of kamishibai to life.  Japanese street theater tradition weaves folktales into a dynamic, interactive experience for all ages…July 16, 2 p.m. at the Stevenson Community Library.

Nights in White Salmon…July 16, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.  Third Thursday of each month in downtown White Salmon.  Free live music & performances, artisan market.  More information at explorewhitesalmon.com.

History Museum of Hood River County Bird Walk…July 17, 9 a.m.-10 a.m. at the museum.  Walk along the Hood River to view local birds.  Cost is $10 and includes museum admission.  Go to hoodriverhistorymuseum.org to sign up.

Gorge Heritage Museum Quilt Show…July 17, noon-4 p.m. and July 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mountain View Grange on 1085 N. Main in White Salmon.  $5 admission.

Teen Escape Room…July 17, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at the White Salmon Valley Community Library.  Registration required…go to to frvl.org/locations/fv-ws.

Yoga & Violin…July 18 at 9 a.m. at The Dalles-Wasco County Library lawn with yoga instructor Shannon RedCloud and violinist Jeremy Clawson.

Clothing Swap…July 18 at 10 a.m. at the Goldendale Grange.  In partnership with Washington Gorge Action Programs and Klickitat Valley Health.  Donations of gently used clothing now being accepted at the WAGAP office on 150 West Main in Goldendale.

Hood River Adult Softball Coed Super Draft Tournament…July 18-19 at Collins Field in Hood River.  To benefit a local family navigating childhood cancer.  $60 per player, three game minimum.  Register at hoodriveradultsoftball.com by July 15.

Librarycon 741.5…July 18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at The Dalles-Wasco County Library…for all ages.  Cosplay contest, fan art gallery, epic crafts, and more.

Matt Baker Stunt Comedy…comedy, juggling, and jaw-dropping stunt tricks…July 22 at 1:30 p.m. at The Dalles-Wasco County Library and at 5:30 p.m. at Hood River Middle School.  

Mid-Columbia Economic Development District Regional Economic Development Strategy Meeting…July 23, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. at the Hegewald Center in Stevenson.  Register at mcedd.org.

Jennifer Batten & Full Steam…fundraising event for the Hood River County Education Foundation…July 23 at The Ruins in Hood River.  Doors open at 5:30 p.m.  Tickets $25 at tickettomato.com or at the door.

Detective Diggs:  The Case of the Bone Bandit…a playful mystery where children help Detective Diggs gather clues, question suspects, and solve the case together.  July 24 at 3:30 p.m. at The Dalles-WAsco County Library.  Performance is highly interactive, and best suite for ages 6-12.

Klickitat Canyon Days 5K River Run/Walk…July 25, registration at 7:30 a.m., start at 8 a.m.  Race begins and ends on Highway 142 in front of the Klickitat Community Center.  Cost is $10 ($30 with t-shirt).  Call 509-767-7215 for more information.

Free yoga for all levels…July 25, 10:30 a.m. at the Parkdale Library.  Sponsored by Friends of the Hood River County Library.

Hood River County Energy Council Event to help households navigate incentives for energy upgrades and improve energy efficiency…July 25, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at May Street Elementary on 1001 10th Street in Hood River.

Hood River Library Teen Bingo Party…July 25, 3 p.m. at the Hood River Library.  Middle and high schoolers are welcome. 

Trout Lake Market…Summer Bliss on July 26, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Grange in Trout Lake.

In A Landscape:  Classical Music in the Wild with acclaimed pianist Hunter Noack…July 26 at 6 p.m. at Maryhill Museum of Art.  Guests listen through wireless headphones, allow you to wander in the landscape with the music as the soundtrack to your experience in nature.  General admission tickets $49.17, available through maryhillmuseum.org.

The Gorge Ice Rink Fundraiser and Concert…July 27 at The Ruins in Hood River.  Live muisic with Ten30, huge silent auction, local beer, wine, and cider.  Doors open at 6 p.m.  Tickets $20 in advance at tickettomato.com or $25 at the door.

Takohachi Duo…bringing the ancient art of kamishibai to life.  Japanese street theater tradition weaves folktales into a dynamic, interactive experience for all ages…July 28, 11 a.m. at the White Salmon Valley Community Library.

Reptile Man…July 29 at noon at the Cascade Locks Library, at 3 p.m. at the Parkdale Library, and 5:30 p.m. at Hood River Middle School.

Columbia Gorge Kayaking Club Show & Share for Families…July 29 at 1:30 p.m. at The Dalles-Wasco County Library.

Science Heroes:  Digging It!…Hands-on, high energy STEM show with audience interaction, surprising experiences, and wows to leave kids head-over-heels for science…July 30 at 2 p.m. at the Stevenson Community Library.

Lewi Longmire & The Left Coast Roasters…a benefit  concert for The Next Door…July 30 at The Ruins in Hood River.  Tickets $10 in advance at tickettomato.com or $15 at the door.  Doors open at 5:30 p.m.  All ages show.

Sights & Sounds…presented by Kerry Cobb…July 30, 6 p.m.-7 p.m. at athe Hood River Library Meeting Room.

“The Boy Who Lived”…A magical birthday celebration honoring “Harvey Porter”…themed crafts and treats inspired by a whimsical school of magic…July 31, 2 p.m., at the Stevenson Community Library.

Adult Trivia:  The Ultimate Trivia Contest…July 31, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at the White Salmon Valley Community Library.

Trout Lake Fair…July 31-August 2.  For a schedule of events go to the Trout Lake Community Fair Facebook page.

White Salmon Valley Community Library Family Movie Matinee…August 1, 2 p.m.

Adult Open Mic…August 1 at 2 p.m. at the Stevenson Community Library.  Perform original or favorite pieces, including poetry, music, comedy, or short readings.  Sign-up to perform will be available at the event.

Civic Kids Summer Theatre Camp for ages 8-13…August 3-7, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. each day, at The Dalles  Civic Auditorium, with a performance on August 8.  Acting, movement, improv, stage basics.  $150 per student, sibling and volunteer discounts available.  Register at thedallescivic.org.

Paradise of Samoa Polynesian Dance Troupe…August 6, 2 p.m., at the White Salmon Valley Community Library.

Families In The Park Free Concerts…Thursday evenings in August at 7 p.m. at Jackson Park in Hood River.  August 6 with Dancehall Days.  Presented by the Hood River Lions Club and the Gorge Community Foundation.

Theatre Camille Lynne presents Cabaret…August 7-15 at Columbia Center for the Arts in Hood River.  Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.  Tickets at columbiaarts.org.

Stevenson Waterfront Music Festival…August 7-8.  Live music, free entry for all ages.  Craft vendors and beer gardens.  Schedule at stevensonwamusic.com.

Cruise The Gorge..August 7-9 in The Dalles.  Details at midcolumbiacarclub.org.

Dufur Threshing Bee…August 8-9.  Schedule information at dufurhistoricalsociety.org.

The Dalles Beautfication & Tree Committee/Columbia Gorge Toyota/Honda Second Saturday Cleanups…August 8, meet at 9 a.m. at Thompson Park.

Fort Dalles Riders Club presents The Rodeo Queen’s Rodeo…August 8 at 10 a.m. at the Fort Dalles Riders Club on 1023 Irvine Street in The Dalles.  For information, go to fortdallesriders.com.

Wasco County Historical Society Presentation…Cheryl Bailey Ortega shares the history of Orchard View Farms…August 8 at 11 a.m. in the backyard of the 1850 Moody/Rorick House on 300 West 13th in The Dalles.  Admission is free, donations are welcome.

Reptile Man…August 8 at 2 p.m. at the Stevenson Community Library.

St. Mary’s Academy Summer Social…August 8 at 3 p.m. at St. Mary’s Academy in The Dalles.  

Underwood Community Center Skate Night…August 9, 4 p.m.-6 p.m.  Bring your own gear, $3 per skater, 16 and under need an adult present.  AT 951 Schoolhouse Road in Underwood.

Red Cross Blood Drive…August 10, noon-5 p.m. at the Stevenson Community Library.  Register at redcrossblood.org.

Skamania County Fair & Timber Carnival…August 12-15 at the Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson.  Details at skamaniafair.com.

Wasco County Fair & Rodeo…August 13-16 at the Wasco County Fairgrounds in Tygh Valley.  Details at wascocountyfair.com.

Teen Summerween Horror Movie Night…August 13,  6 p.m. at the Stevenson Community Library.  PG-13 horror movie.

Families In The Park Free Concerts…Thursday evenings in August at 7 p.m. at Jackson Park in Hood River.  August 13 with Petty Fever.  Presented by the Hood River Lions Club and the Gorge Community Foundation.

History Museum of Hood River County Bird Walk…August 14, 9 a.m.-10 a.m. at the museum.  Walk along the Hood River to view local birds.  Cost is $10 and includes museum admission.  Go to hoodriverhistorymuseum.org to sign up.

Food For All…Washington Gorge Action Programs Food Bank Network Fundraiser…August 14 at 4:30 p.m. at AniChe Cellars in Underwood.  Food, wine, music, and art.  Tickets are $150, available at wagap.org.

Ezra Blue’s Flight For Cancer 2026 Fun Run…August 15, 9 a.m. at the Mark O.  Hatfield Twin Tunnels Trail.  10K, 5K, or 9-Mile.  100 yard dash for young children.  Benefits the Seattle Children’s Hospital.  Sign up at runreg.com.

One Community Health 40th Anniversary Block Party…August 15, 3 p.m.-7 p.m., on 849 Pacific Avenue in Hood River.  Food, family activities, local artisan vendors, live entertainment, and more.

Families In The Park Free Concerts…Thursday evenings in August at 7 p.m. at Jackson Park in Hood River.  August 20 with the Nate Botsford Band.  Presented by the Hood River Lions Club and the Gorge Community Foundation.

Wonderworks Children’s Museum Touch-A-Truck Event and Fundraiser…August 22, 9 a.m.-noon at outside of Wondeworks at 206 Madison in The Dalles.

Covenant Hood River’s Women’s Clothing Swap…August 22, 10 a.m.-noon at 455 Frankton Road in Hood River.  Drop off donations at the church Tuesdays through Fridays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Stevenson Grange Community Resilience Series…join scientist, activist, and author of Smokescreen, Chad T. Hanson, to discuss how natural fires area as essential as sun and rain in fire-adapted forests.  August 22 at 2 p.m. at the Stevenson Community Library.  Also available online, register for the link at fvrl.org/locations/FV-ST.

Families In The Park Free Concerts…Thursday evenings in August at 7 p.m. at Jackson Park in Hood River.  August 27 with Hit Machine.  Presented by the Hood River Lions Club and the Gorge Community Foundation.

Hood River Wrestling Club Golf Tournament…August 29, 8 a.m. at Indian Creek Golf Course in Hood River.  Register at Hood River Wrestling Club Facebook page.

Huckleberry Festival…September 11-13 at Daubenspeck Park in Bingen.  Friday 5 p.m.-11 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.  Parade on Saturday at 11 a.m.  Details at huckleberry-fest.com.

Hood River Fly-In…September 12-13 at the Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum in Hood River.  Details at waaamuseum.org.

The Dalles Beautfication & Tree Committee/Columbia Gorge Toyota/Honda Second Saturday Cleanups…September 12, meet at 9 a.m. at Thompson Park.

Underwood Community Center Skate Night…September 13, 4 p.m.-6 p.m.  Bring your own gear, $3 per skater, 16 and under need an adult present.  AT 951 Schoolhouse Road in Underwood.

Get Ready Preparedness Event…September 19, 10 a..m-1 p.m. at Mid-Columbia Fire & Rescue on 1400 West 8th in The Dalles.  First 100 families receive a free preparedness item, free lunch prepared by The Dalles Lions Club, and safety demonstrations.  Presented by Mid-Columbia Fire & Rescue, Wasco County Sheriff’s Office, North Central Public Health District, and NW Natural.

Trout Lake Market…Harvest Fest on September 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Grange in Trout Lake.

Columbia Gorge Food Bank Empty Bowls Fundraiser…September 25, at the CGFB Warehouse on 3525 Crates Way in The Dalles.  Doors open at 5:30 p.m., program at 7 p.m.  Dinner, live music, and silent auction. Tickets $60 at EB2026.auctria.events or at Klindt’s Booksellers in The Dalles.

Oregon Black Pioneers Program at the Original Wasco County Courthouse Museum…September 26 at 1 p.m.  Program followed by annual membership meeting.