**5-16-13–FREE music EVERY month! Attend Open Rehearsals for a show by CHUCK PAR-DUE, popular Singer and Trumpet Player (he sings in Sinatra style and plays in harry James style) at the Portland Eagles club, 4904 SE Hawthorne Blvd at 6:30-8:30pm, JUNE 9, JULY 7,AUG 11, SEPT 8, OCT 13, NOV 10, and DEC 8. FREE admission, and you are also free to dance. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Learn more about CHUCK PAR-DUE and invite him to your facility or event. (He’s played for US Presidents!): http://www.elderaudience.com/chuck-par-due-singer-and-trumpet/

**5-13-13–THIS N’ THAT…Take a look at these listings!

SENIOR FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS http://www.elderaudience.com/category/senior-friendly-restaurants/

DEZI WALLS from Ireland, Songs, Stories, Piano,Comedy. Travels. http://www.elderaudience.com/dezy-walls/

DAWN WEISS Elegant Flute music http://www.elderaudience.com/dawn-weiss-flutist-elegant-classical-music/

MONTE WATTERS,Pianist,30′s to today, former long term care administrator. Travels Widely http://www.elderaudience.com/monte-watters-pianistentertainer/

MATT NEILL Brings his Calliope to you, travels widely http://www.elderaudience.com/live-calliope-matt-neill/

LELAND GILSEN Traveling Museum of Oregon Pre-History. Salem area http://www.elderaudience.com/traveling-museum-of-oregon-prehistory/

OREGON OLD TIME FIDDLERS, fiddlers available all over the region http://www.elderaudience.com/oregon-oldtime-fiddlers/

ROBERT RICHTER Guitar and Fiddle, Singalong and Stories, Travel Widely http://www.elderaudience.com/robert-richter-duo/

MAGICIANS http://www.elderaudience.com/category/magicians/

TUXEDO MAN ROBERT WALKER, Huge repertoire, Travels Widely http://www.elderaudience.com/tuxedoman-robert-walker/

RICK MEYERS, Old Time Music Show, Travels Widely http://www.elderaudience.com/rick-meyers/

JOHN CANNON Country, Blues, Cowboy music http://www.elderaudience.com/smooth-country-blues-with-john-cannon/

CATHY SPEER Beautiful Celtic and traditional folk songs http://www.elderaudience.com/cathy-speer-celtic-folk-singer-with-guitar/

ANGEL PILATO Author,”Angel’s Truck Stop”–Memoir of Woman in Man’s World in Vietnam War http://www.elderaudience.com/angelica-angel-pilato/

LLAMAS Certified Therapy Llamas http://www.elderaudience.com/mountain-peak-therapy-llama/

WENDY STEINBERG Fun watercolor painting classes for Salem area facilities http://www.elderaudience.com/watercolor-painting-with-wendy/

ROY TORLEY “Gentleman Scientist” fascinating presentations, many topics http://www.elderaudience.com/roy-torley-gentleman-scientist/

**5-14-13–I just spoke with Megan, activities director at Regency Gresham, who had nice things to say about CHIHUAHUA DESERT’S Mark Cach! Mark entertained her residents with “Fiesta” music, singing and playing guitar, for a belated Cinco de Mayo picnic. Staff, as well as residents really enjoyed Mark’s program, and Megan appreciated how interactive Mark was with them. Read about CHIHUAHUA DESERT and contact Mark to perform for you–solo or full band! TRAVELS! : http://www.elderaudience.com/chihuahua-desert/

**5-14-13–This is different! Call the chocolate lovers in your world to a CHOCOLATE TASTING SESSION by expert chocolatier CRISTINA YEN.  “A Yen for Chocolate” Chocolate Tasting sessions let you sample and learn about chocolate from different regions and bean varietals from around the world. Read about CRISTINA YEN, and invite her to your Portland/Vancouver area facility or event! http://www.elderaudience.com/cristina-yen-a-yen-for-chocolate/

**5-13-13–Just received a nice testimonial about SWING SENSATION’S SUZANNE SHORT: “Suzanne was a wonderful performer for a group of older adults at our center.  She successfully engaged the participants with stories and sing-a-longs during a 60 minute performance.  Suzanne is welcome back to perform for us anytime! ” Matt S., Center Supervisor, City of Tualatin. Check out SUZANNE’S listing and invite her to your facility or event: http://www.elderaudience.com/swing-sensation/

**5-13-13–FREE ART EXHIBIT PLUS ENTERTAINMENT…Walters Cultural Arts Center in Hillsboro presents “High Fiber Diet: Elements” part of the Columbia Fiber Arts Guild on TUESDAY JUNE 4 from 6-8pm. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and choral music by the Intel Singers. Location: 527 East Main st in Hillsboro. EXHIBIT runs through Tuesday, June 25–Monday through Thursday from 9am-9pm and Saturday 10am-4pm. FREE and OPEN TO PUBLIC. More info: (503)615-3485 or http://www.ci.hillsboro.or.us/wcac

**5-13-13–Be sure to check out the wonderful STORYTELLING events throughout our area, brought to you by the Portland Storytellers Guild. All their activities are listed on the right side of their website: http://www.portlandstorytellers.org/

**5-13-13–JOURNEY THEATER ARTS GROUP presents “The Legend of Pocahontas” that tells of the Algonquin Indian tribe and the courage, friendship and love of a girl named Pocahontas. Learn the truth behind the legend in this historically accurate portrayal. Music and Dancing! Location: The Venetian Theater, 253 East Main Street in Hillsboro. MAY 31 – JUNE 2, Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. SENIOR TICKETS $9 in advance, and $2 more at the door. Tickets: www.journeytheater.org or by calling (360)750-8550. PLUS, SENIOR GROUPS welcome at special School Day Performances, 9:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. on Friday, May 31. These tickets are $6 each for groups of 10 – 99. Call (360)750-8550 to arrange for these tickets.

**5-13-13–Head down to EUGENE for the EMERALD VALLEY OPRY’s  Saturday, June 8 show, featuring Country, Gospel, Western, Acoustic String, and Cowboy music! Houseband at 5:15pm, concert from 6-9:30pm. SENIOR TICKETS only $5. Location: Powers Auditorium, Willamette High School, 1801 Echo Hollow Rd in Eugene. http://www.emeraldvalleyopry.com (541)688-0937

**5-13-13–Words of praise for SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCERS, SW WASHINGTON STATE BRANCH from Jessie F. at Marquis Centennial: “…They were very flexible with coordinating the performance and the logistics. My residents loved the dances and the music, and really enjoyed learning about their art. The best part was when they invited people up to learn a dance with them! It was really fun!!” Invite them to your facility or event!  http://www.elderaudience.com/scottish-country-dancers-sw-washington/

**5-13-13–Did you know that SWING STREET GLENN TADINA BAND offers different bands to fit your dancing and entertainment needs? They’ll come to YOU with Big Bands, Swing Bands, Dixieland Bands, Polka Band,  or 4-5 piece Combo, ALL with an optional vocalist! ALSO, they play in VANCOUVER at Clark County Square Dance center and (daytimes) in OREGON CITY at Oregon City Community Center. Read all about SWING STREET GLENN TADINA BAND: www.swingst.com

**5-13-13–Attend the AURORA CHORUS Spring Concert, “What’s Up With That?” on SUNDAY, MAY 19 at 4pm, at the First Congregational Church, 1126 SW Park ave in Portland. Tickets $23 and $30 in advance at http://whatsupwiththat.brownpapertickets.com/ or $25 at the door. Aurora mixes things up, singing 60′s folk anthems, 21st century political rap, 20th century singer/songwriters, and the music of noted American choral composers Carol Barnett, Joan Szymko, and Gwyneth Walker. More information at http://www.aurorachorus.org/

**5-13-13–FREE Noontime events coming up in Portland…PCPA NOONTIME SHOWCASE: “YOU BRING LUNCH-WE ENTERTAIN YOU!” Portland Center for Performing Arts, 1111 SW Broadway. WED JUNE June 5 Fort Vancouver High School Band; WED JULY 10 The Grantet (PSU Jazz students); WED JULY 17 Portland Metro Youth Pipe Band; WED JULY 24 The Beat Goes On Marching Band; WED JULY 31 Pendulum Aerial Artistry; WED AUG 7 Festival Brass-7 piece brass ensemble; WED AUG 14 Zimba (Marimbas of Zimbabwe); WED AUG 21 Marti Mendenhall jazz vocals; WED AUG 28 Train River (Bluegrass and more)More info: http://www.elderaudience.com/pcpa-noontime-showcase/

**5-13-13–CONGRATULATIONS to Rachael K., Director of Life Enrichment at West Hills Village, the winner of a free session of LAUGHTER YOGA at her senior facility by LAURA LOU-PAPE MCCARTHY! Bring some healthful laughter yoga to your facility or event by inviting Laura Lou: http://www.elderaudience.com/laughter-yoga-tai-chi-laura-lou/

**5-13-13–CONGRATULATIONS to Maril R. from The Heights at Columbia Knoll, who won 2 free tickets to Sandy Actors Theatre’s production of the Neil Simon comedy, “The Sunshine Boys”. Make plans to see this classic show, which runs May 31-June 23, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 3pm. Location: 39181 Pioneer Blvd in Sandy (behind Ace Hardware) SENIOR TICKETS $12. http://www.sandyactorstheatre.org

**5-13-13–NEW LISTING! BETTE LONGDEN has a one woman VARIETY SHOW, called “Props Properly Done”, which is a collection of skits and stories with audience interaction. She is available for seniors facilities in the Portland area. NO CHARGE, BUT DONATIONS APPRECIATED. http://www.elderaudience.com/bette-longden-variety-show/

**5-12-13–GAIL HAND travels WIDELY bringing her Laughter Yoga and Motivational Humor to seniors and those working with seniors! Her dogs Zippy and Zoe can even come along too! Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/the-power-of-laughter-gail-hand/ 

**5-12-13–SUSAN PATTERSON will come to YOUR teatimes, garden party or other occasions with a program of her poetry–much of it about TEA! Read all about her:  http://www.elderaudience.com/susan-patterson/

**5-12-13–Time to check out OREGON SYMPHONY’S 2013/2014 concert lineup!! Whether it’s Itzhak Perlman, Natalie Cole, or Wynton Marsalis, there’s something for all musical tastes. PLUS, there are ways for seniors and senior groups to save. Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/oregon-symphony/    http://www.orsymphony.org/

**5-10-13–Mark this in your calendars! Announcing a concert event you won’t want to miss. ”Brothers in Song: Broadway, Gospel and Jazz Favorites” with Nehemiah Brown, Matthew Casey and Douglas Webster on SATURDAY JUNE 29 at 1pm. Popular songs from the 40s, 50s and 60s and each singers favorite selections from Broadway, Gospel and Jazz. Nehemiah and Douglas will be accompanied by Music Director, Sydney Lehman Steen and Matthew will bring his “Matthew Casey Trio”.WHERE: Unity of Portland, 4525 SE Stark st, in Portland. For GROUPS of seniors, Easy drive-up and ADA compliant drop-off in the Unity parking lot with activity bus and van parking across the street in a designated lot. Special group price for groups of 10+. Single tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. GROUP TICKETS: (212)262-5220 More info and tickets:  http://www.carouselconcerts.com/brothers-in-song.html

**5-5-13–Newly listed CONCHORDS CHORALE present “Broadway–80 Years of Song & Celebration” on FRIDAY, JUNE 7 at 7:30pm and SUNDAY, JUNE 9 AT 3PM. Location: The Old Church, 1422 SW 11th avenue in Portland. Senior Tickets $8 More info: http://www.conchordschorale.org **ALSO, invite CONCHORDS CHORALE (or one of its smaller groups) to play at YOUR facility in the Portland/Vancouver area!  Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/conchords-chorale/

**5-05-13–Invite GERARDO CALDERON to bring his “Inspirational Sounds from Latin America” to your facility or event! He specializes in traditional Mexican music, Latin American folk music, and Pre-Colombian music. In addition to guitar he plays the panflute, and he makes custom panflutes, rain-sticks, water drums, turtle boxes and bombos. (bass drum) GERARDO performs solo, and as part of Grupo Condor. He TRAVELS WIDELY! Check out his listing and contact him for a program: http://www.elderaudience.com/gerardo-calderon/

**5-5-13–Enjoy regional arts and crafts, live music, workshops and more at the JOURNEYS ART FESTIVAL, on SATURDAY, MAY 18 from 10am-5pm, a benefit for Sisters of the Road. All artists are generously donating 40% of the proceeds of their sales to Sisters Of The Road. Location: Portland Armory, 128 NW 11th avenue(NW 11th and Davis)Suggested donation of $10. More info: Brenda at (503)222-5694 ext. 114 or brenda@sistersoftheroad.org   http://sistersoftheroad.org/

**5-04-13–Looking for a fun EVENT HOST, Master of Ceremonies or DJ for your festivities? Here are two possibilities: ROGER HART presents “Oldies Music and Memories”…he’s a longtime Portland Radio Personality (from KISN and Sunny 1550 AM) with a focus on music from the 40′s,50′s and 60′s. ROGER also spent many years in the celebrity world as Personal Manager of the famed Pop group Paul Revere and The Raiders. http://www.elderaudience.com/roger-hart-event-host/
CRAIG BROWN of High Fidelity Entertainment is a DJ and Party Host who loves to entertain seniors. He has 21 Yrs experience,and supplies Props,and costumes. Involves Resident and staff in fun that can include music, line dances, table activities, game shows, karaoke, etc. CRAIG will work with your theme. He TRAVELS WIDELY! Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/high-fidelity-entertainment-craig-brown/ 

**5-4-13–This is different! “ILLINOIS” DOUG TRACY is a musician (banjo and guitar), folklorist, and troubadour. He’s part of a long tradition of entertainers who share encyclopedic collections of American songs with their audiences. As a member of the Oregon Lincoln Bicentennial Commission he became interested in the songs of Lincoln’s two campaigns —1860 & 1864. “Illinois” Doug Tracy brings these forgotten songs back to life! Listen to his samples and invite him to play for you. He TRAVELS WIDELY: http://www.elderaudience.com/illinois-doug-tracy/

**5-04-13–Did you know that “Little Ricky” from the Lucy Show is all grown up and living in Portland? JOE MAYER, along with his twin brother, played Little Ricky on “I Love Lucy” while they were toddlers, and JOE enjoys presenting highlights from that great old show! Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/joe-mayer-from-i-love-lucy-show/

**5-04-13–An afternoon of lovely music! SUNDAY, JUNE 2 at 3pm, PORTLAND WIND SYMPHONY concert at PSU’s Lincoln Performance Hall, 1620 SW Park ave in Portland. Senior tickets $10 at the door or online, and group discounts available! Call (503)285-7621 or http://www.pcws.org/PerformanceSchedule.html

**5-03-13–Announcing a fascinating new Exhibit at Salem’s WILLAMETTE HERITAGE CENTER AT THE MILL: “We Were Here First. And We’re Here to Stay!”, the story of Assimilation, Termination and Restoration of the Grand Ronde Tribe, now through MAY 27. Location: 1313 Mill St SE in Salem. Info: (503)585-7012 or http://www.willametteheritage.org

 **5-02-13–Among the more unusual offerings on ElderAudience is Brazilian Dancer, Percussionist and poet LUCIANA PROANO! See her show,”Chaski”, featuring LUCIANA (in pelican feather crochet costume!) with guitar accompaniment, sets and video on one of these dates: MAY 17,24,31, JUNE 14 & 21. All shows 8pm. SENIOR TICKETS $10. LOCATION: Studio 14, 333 NE Hancock (at MLK)in Portland. More info: (971)275-0595 or http://www.lucianaproano.com  “Chaski is the Quechua name for running messengers in pre-Columbian Peru; it remains an open ended reflection on shamanic running messengers and endurance. ” **NOTE: venue has no elevator at this time and is on second floor.

**5-02-13–Been out to RAIN DANCE MARKETPLACE in Newberg yet?  RAIN DANCE is a unique “country shopping experience” with local food, art, gifts, holiday items and llama yarn. There’s a covered picnic area and friendly LLAMAS to feed! Beautiful scenery. Location: Rain Dance Marketplace, 26355 NE Bell Rd in Newberg. Information and directions: 1-(503)538-0197 Learn more about RAIN DANCE MARKETPLACE and arrange to visit! http://www.elderaudience.com/rain-dance-marketplace-in-newberg/

**5-02-13–SANDY ACTORS READERS THEATRE presents a one-night reading of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on MONDAY, MAY 20 at 7pm. LOCATION: Gresham Chapel and Evening Event Center, 257 SE Roberts ave in Gresham. Tickets $8, available at the door. More info: (971)678-2174 or http://www.sandyactorstheatre.org

**4-30-13–MITCH HIDER does it ALL: He is a long-time professional (and Grand Champion) WHISTLER, vaudeville-style performer who also sings, yodels, scats, does magic, all with humor…plus he can give talks about the history of whistling, using vintage recordings. MITCH is based in Eugene, but he travels WIDELY. Read about him and bring him to your facility or event! http://www.elderaudience.com/mitch-hider-whistler/

**4-30-13–Need a BAND for any occasion? GENERATIONS BAND is super versatile! They are a quartet, but can perform as Solo, Duo or Trio–Rock and Roll, Country, Big Band, Latin, etc. They TRAVEL WIDELY, and get great reviews. Read about them, check out the song list at their own site, and listen to their samples:  http://www.elderaudience.com/generations-band/

**4-30-13–See the gorgeous picture of TYGER BAILEY in her listing. She is the Harpist behind HARPSIDHE (pronounced Harp-shee), and she’ll bring her Celtic, traditional,”old-world” style harp to your facility or event. In concert, as background music, indoors or out–with themed music for holidays…check out HARPSIDHE: http://www.elderaudience.com/harpsidhe-tyger-bailey/

**4-30-13–BRAZILIAN CLASSICAL GUITAR performer ALLEN MATHEWS not only plays beautifully but he also offers interactive, informal classical guitar presentations discussing composers and their music. Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/allen-mathews-classical-guitarist/

**4-30-13–Do something really special! Bring in a HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE for your marketing event or other occasion–Daybreak Horse Drawn Carriage Rides take you back in time…with gentle horses and elegant carriages! Read more about them: http://www.elderaudience.com/daybreak-carriage-rides/

**4-30-13–IT’S GETTING CLOSER!! Mark your Calendars for NORTHWEST SENIOR THEATRE’s Spring, 2013 Show: “Broadway Highlights” with medleys from “Guys and Dolls“, “Annie“, “My Fair Lady“, “Oklahoma” and other Broadway shows. Skits and dancing to make you laugh and have a great afternoon. MAY 15,16,17 and 18, 2013 at 2pm. Donation of $5 appreciated. Location: Alpenrose Dairy Opera House, 6149 SW Shattuck Rd. in Portland. Lots of free parking and Wheelchair/walker friendly. More info: Betty(503)227-2003 or bettymer@comcast.net **PLEASE LET BETTY KNOW IF YOU ARE BRINGING A BUS! http://www.elderaudience.com/northwest-senior-theatre/

**4-30-13–See New Century Players’ production of the award winning play “GOD OF CARNAGE”–The New York Times said this comedy “definitely delivers the cathartic release of watching other people’s marriages go boom.” WHEN: May 17, 18, 24, 25, and 31 at 7:30 PM; June 1, 6, 7, 8 at 7:30 PM; and May 19, June 2 at 2 PM. WHERE: Rex Putnam Blackbox Theater, 4950 SE Roethe Rd in Milwaukie. Senior tickets $12, available online at http://www.NewCenturyPlayers.org More info. call (503)367-2620

**4-30-13–NANCY DOWNIE plays HAMMERED DULCIMER and NATIVE AMERICAN FLUTE, (historical, “old time” and contemporary) plus she includes anecdotes and information about her instruments! She’ll even give a “mini-lesson” on the hammered dulcimer who for those who are interested. Learn lots more about NANCY DOWNIE and hear her samples: http://www.elderaudience.com/nancy-downie-certified-music-practitioner/

**4-30-13–You might notice a new sidebar “click-through” AD (these ads are displayed on the right side of every page of ElderAudience.com) for CONCHORDS CHORALE! This group provides “Fun & Familiar Choral Music” with a 50-singer full choir that performs ten concerts each year at retirement facilities and churches, as well as smaller groups (trios, quartets, etc.) available to travel to your facility or event. Be sure to read all about them and invite CONCHORDS to entertain you: http://www.elderaudience.com/conchords-chorale/

**4-30-13–NEW LISTING! I am pleased to announce the addition of Classically trained Soprano JOCELYN CLAIRE THOMAS on ElderAudience. JOCELYN is a frequent performer in opera, concert, and recitals, and a prize winning vocalist with a Masters Degree in Voice from the Peabody Conservatory. She has performed numerous roles at festivals and opera companies in the US and Canada, and she’d love to entertain at your facility or event in the Portland/Vancouver or Mid-Willamette Valley (she’ll travel up to one hour from Portland). In addition to singing opera arias, classical art songs, classical sacred works, and some musical theatre, JOCELYN can play the piano. Check out her listing and contact her for a program: http://www.elderaudience.com/jocelyn-claire-thomas-soprano/

**4-26-13–Looking for beautiful old-time hymns, harmonies and Southern Gospel music? Check out 1Spirit! They TRAVEL WIDELY bringing their 3 and 4 part harmonies in song and spirit to senior facilities. Read the wonderful testimonials at their listing and contact them for a program: http://www.elderaudience.com/1spirit-southern-gospel-music/

**4-26-13–SINATRA TRIBUTE artist, singer/trumpet player CHUCK PAR-DUE has performed for Presidents Ronald Reagan, Gerald Ford and George Bush I! His wife,Cheryl Morris, is a singer who is a former vocalist with the Harry James Orchestra! Read all about them, see the testimonials and listen to the samples: http://www.elderaudience.com/chuck-par-due-singer-and-trumpet/