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**1-22-13–NEW LISTING! Actress and Playwright KAYCHERI RAPPAPORT presents “Meet the Women of the Bible”, a performance of her narrative poems about *Leah*, *Hagar*, and *Eve*. KAYCHERI (who also is listed on ElderAudience for her gentle fitness classes), will visit your Portland/Vancouver area facility or event IN COSTUME, and entertain you with the words the women of the Bible could have spoken to express their deepest thoughts and feelings about their lives. A lively discussion period further engages the audience. Read more: http://www.elderaudience.com/kaycheri-rappaport-women-of-the-bible/
**1-22-13–NEW LISTING in the SPEAKERS category! DAVE SUING presents HISTORY OF SPACE EXPLORATION, a fascinating journey to the beginnings of NASA, the Apollo Moon Missions and the astronauts. Play a “Space Trivia” quiz and view a short dvd of moonwalks and more! DAVE is based in Salem, but available to travel south to Eugene and north to the Portland area. Learn more:
http://www.elderaudience.com/dave-suing-history-of-space/
**1-19-13–The sun may be shining! The PORTLAND JAPANESE GARDEN is gorgeous all year long. Take advantage of a FREE ADMISSION day on MON FEB 18 from 10am to 4pm! Location: 611 SW Kingston ave. More info: japanesegarden.com/free-admission-day
**1-18-13–Have you listened to the MANY music samples at Accordionist ELIZABETH WISLER’S ElderAudience listing? She offers “Music Around The World” and she’s not kidding! No matter what your occasion or theme, ELIZABETH can provide the sounds you need. She TRAVELS WIDELY, too.
http://www.elderaudience.com/elizabeth-wisler-music-around-the-world/
**1-18-13–READERS THEATRE,GRESHAM continues its third season of play READINGS on MONDAY JAN 21 at 7 pm, with “Broadway Bound” a Neil Simon comedy that is hilarious and bittersweet. Location: Gresham Chapel and Evening Event Center, 257 SE Roberts Ave in Gresham. Tickets are $8.00 and will be available at the door. Next up on FEB 18 is “Trip to Bountiful” , “Dreams” on MAR 18, “Glass Menagerie” on APRIL 15, and “Midsummer Nights Dream” on MAY 20. Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/sandy-actors-theatre/
**1-18-13–CHRISTIAN YOUTH THEATER(CYT) has changed its name to JOURNEY THEATER ARTS GROUP! They continue to perform Broadway style musicals for all ages in several venues in Hillsboro, Vancouver, Camas/Washougal and Oregon City. Next show in Hillsboro is SNOOPY!!!, the musical sequel to YOU’RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN, based on world renowned “Peanuts” comic strip. Feb 22-24 at The Venetian Theater in Hillsboro. Fri at 7pm; Sat at 3pm and 7pm; and Sun at 2pm. Senior and Group tickets $9. Learn more at http://www.journeytheater.org FREE TICKET for ACTIVITY DIRECTORS! Contact Bethany Larson at b.larson@journeytheater.org for a FREE TICKET to check out a show! http://www.elderaudience.com/journey-theater/
**1-17-13–Head to the Portland’s beautiful OLD CHURCH for PORTLAND CIVIC THEATRE GUILD’S Tuesday morning reading of TINY ISLAND, a “poignant and powerful story of two sisters, childhood imagination and the challenges of middle age” on Tuesday, FEB 5. Coffee and light refreshments at 10 am followed by play reading at 10:30 am. Tickets $8 at the door. Location:1422 SW 11th ave in Portland.
**1-17-13–Chase the Winter Blues away by attending SWEET PORRIDGE: “MUSIC AND STORIES TO SWEETEN THE WINTER BLUES”, a night of storytelling and jazz improvisation featuring ElderAudience listed ANNE PENFOUND and Jazz Duo Rich Halley and Clyde Reed in a benefit performance for women’s education. SATURDAY, FEB 23 at 7:30pm, at Portland’s Hipbone Studios, 1847 E. Burnside.
Tickets $15 in advance through brownpapertickets.com (Sweet Porridge) or $20 at door (cash only)**Also invite ANNE PENFOUND to bring a program of stories to YOUR facility or event: http://www.elderaudience.com/penfound-anne-storytelling-by-word-of-mouth/
**1-17-13–Looking for something different and fun? Saxophonist NOAH PETERSON performs “Solo Sax Sessions” using a loop station to create a whole saxophone orchestra! Check out his listing and listen to a music sample. NOAH PETERSON travels widely! http://www.elderaudience.com/noah-peterson/
**1-17-13–NEW LISTING! I am pleased to announce that PORTLAND ACTORS CONSERVATORY has become listed in the THEATRES category on ElderAudience. Its next production is the acclaimed absurdist comedy ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD that shows a worldview of the oft-confused Rosencrantz and Guildentstern, two minor characters from Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Physical comedy and sharp, witty language make this play a “fun romp and an existential journey”. PAY WHAT YOU WILL PREVIEW on Feb 6-7! Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/portland-actors-conservatory/
**1-17-13–NEW LISTING!! Have you heard about the NORTHWEST SYMPHONIC POPS ORCHESTRA? It is a community orchestra of amateur musicians in the Portland-Vancouver Metropolitan area that performs six to eight FREE concerts each season (donations gladly accepted). They play all types of wholesome music in the tradition of the Boston Pops: Show tunes, movie themes, pops, semi-classical, classical, spiritual, Christmas, patriotic. Concerts are available only in late April, early May, late October and December. Call Gary Parks (800)761-1983 for more information or to see about scheduling a concert at YOUR FACILITY! http://www.elderaudience.com/northwest-symphonic-pops-orchestra-2/
**1-17-13–STEVE PETERSON is a MAGICIAN with more than 50 years experience! From sleight-of-hand stage acts to strolling close-up magic and comedy, STEVE’S MINOR MIRACLES MAGIC shows are popular with seniors. Available Portland to Eugene. Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/minor-miracles-magic-steve-peterson-magician/
**1-17-13–Fascinating!! “ILLINOIS” DOUG TRACY is a musician (BANJO AND GUITAR), folklorist and troubador, who specializes in songs from Abraham Lincoln’s two presidential campaigns in 1860 and 1864. Music was a primary form of campaigning used by presidential candidates in the 1860′s. DOUG explains how these songs give insights to the candidates positions and how divided Americans were at the time. Invite DOUG TRACY to present these songs and history to your audience. HE TRAVELS WIDELY! http://www.elderaudience.com/illinois-doug-tracy/
**1-17-13–REMINDER!! Plan ahead for the annual CHOCOLATEFEST! WHEN: January 18-20, Friday 6-9:30pm; Saturday 11 am-6pm; and Sunday 11 am-5pm. Learn about and sample the finest chocolate from the Northwest and beyond! Senior price for Sat-Sun is $10. WHERE: Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE MLK Jr. Blvd in Portland.
**1-17-13–I learned something new about Storyteller ALTON CHUNG! He’s a nationally known award winning storyteller who is now Chairman of the Board of the National Storytelling Network. Also, now you can hear a sample of a story by ALTON at his listing: http://www.elderaudience.com/alton-takiyama-chung-storyteller/
**1-17-13–How about a Fiddle/Guitar Duo? ROBERT RICHTER DUO performs Folk, Blues, Celtic and all kinds of seasonal music. Stories and audience participation! They TRAVEL WIDELY! http://www.elderaudience.com/robert-richter-duo/
**1-17-13–RICHIE BEAN is singer/guitarist who knows more than 100 songs in a wide variety of styles from 50′s & 60′s Rock and Roll, Blues, Folk Rock and Country. Read RICHIE’S testimonials and listen to his audio samples: http://www.elderaudience.com/richie-bean/
**1-17-13-PORTLAND CIVIC THEATRE GUILD invites you to its next Play Reading at the beautiful Old Church at 1422 SW 11th in downtown Portland. “The Sweatermakers” is a new play by Portland playwright Andrew Wardenaar. TUESDAY, JAN 29 at 10:30am. Tickets are $8.00 and available at the door. Tickets include light refreshments served at 10:00 AM.-
**1-17-13–PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL STAGE BAND wants you to know they can perform for you! They have lots of experience playing at local senior facilities, with music of the Big Band era–sounds from the 40′s and later. NO FEE, but DONATIONS APPRECIATED. Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/providence-hospital-stage-band/
**1-17-13–Looking for soothing harp music for mealtimes or as a background for your social events? Check out KEIKO MATSUO, who plays the Lever Harp, also known as the Celtic Harp. She has a broad repertoire including Classical, Celtic, Jazz and even pops. She can team up with a flutist too! KEIKO is Portland based but available to travel. http://www.elderaudience.com/keiko-matsuo-lever-harp-celtic-harp/
**1-17-13–Calling all Senior Performers! VA VA VOOM, a theatre company of seniors in the Vancouver area is looking to add to its troupe! They are holding auditions for the spring show “Everything Old Is New Again” on TUESDAY, FEB 5,at 10:00 AM, at the Barberton Grange, 9400 NE 72nd Avenue in Vancouver! Please bring a reading, a piece of music (please bring background accompaniment track) or an act with which to audition. More info: Harriet Walker, Director (360)546-5855 http://www.elderaudience.com/va-va-voom-troupe/
**1-17-13–Are you in the Salem area? WENDY STEINBERG offers Watercolor Painting classes in Salem for ALL levels of artists. She’s gotten a terrific testimonial that you can read in her listing: http://www.elderaudience.com/watercolor-painting-with-wendy/
**1-17-13–Have you had a program with Laughter Yoga leader and Motivational Humorist Gail Hand? Read about her! http://www.elderaudience.com/the-power-of-laughter-gail-hand/
**1-17-13–Be sure to click on the Sidebar Ad for MEMORY JOGGING PUZZLES, a terrific resource for those interested in fun and stimulating ways to engage those with memory issues. They feature match games and puzzles based on storytelling themes with Norman Rockwell illustrations from the Saturday Evening Post. Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/memory-jogging-puzzles/
**1-14-13–Professional Actress and teacher CYNTHIA SCHWELL presents her one woman show, “FAMILY STORIES AND OTHER GUESTS” at Senior facilities in the Portland area. She includes lots of storytelling, humor,and audience interaction! Read about her and invite her to perform for you! http://www.elderaudience.com/cynthia-schwell-family-stories-other-guests/
**1-14-13–Nothing’s better than a hot cup of tea when there’s a chill in the air. And the perfect accompaniment is a presentation by Poet, Author and TEA expert SUSAN PATTERSON! Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/susan-patterson/
**1-11-13–Have you heard about WILL ROBERTSON? He is a a cartoonist whose “Casey and Kyle” cartoon, which is based on his two sons, appears online and in some newspapers. WILL appears WIDELY across the Northwest,speaking about cartooning, humor and the family. Read more about him!
http://www.elderaudience.com/will-robertson-cartoonist-humorist-and-speaker/
**1-10-13–CALLING SENIOR DANCERS!! The Westernaires is a Senior Line Dance Team that performs at senior facilities and other events. They are looking for more volunteer dancers. Day Time rehearsals in Beaverton. Please contact Betty Merrill at (503)227-2003 or bettymer@comcast.net
http://www.elderaudience.com/westernaires/
**1-10-13–Plan to see this EXHIBIT! “When We Were Young: Childhood Around the Valley” runs JANUARY 18-MARCH 16 at The WILLAMETTE HERITAGE CENTER AT THE MILL, 1313 Mill Street SE in Salem. Learn about the lives of children who lived in the Willamette Valley in the past–from planting trees after the Tillamook Burn to the role of children in the history of the Good Samaritan School of Nursing; from toys, dolls and games from a by-gone era to the lives of Albany teenagers from the late 1800s through the 1940s. SENIOR admission $5. More info (503)585-7012 or www.willametteheritage.org
**1-10-13–$5 SENIOR TICKETS to experience MULTIMEDIA MOVEMENT TROUPE BODYVOX-2! BodyVox-2 brings innovative movement to the Walters Cultural Arts Center, 527 East Main St. in HILLSBORO, on Friday, February 15, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, February 16, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. SENIOR Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 day of show. TICKETS at brownpapertickets.com or by calling (503)615-3485. Beer, wine, pizza and concessions will be available in the lobby before the show and during intermission. More info: http://www.ci.hillsboro.or.us/wcac
**1-09-13–IRILLA SWANSON makes it FUN and EASY to get creative by painting something personal and meaningful. She offers watercolor (as well as oil painting)classes at retirement communities where beginners or experienced painters can paint quietly, laugh and visit! IRILLA has a background as a ballet teacher and in television production. She was also featured on OPB’s ARTBEAT. Available Portland/Gresham/Vancouver/Salem–learn more about IRILLA SWANSON: http://www.elderaudience.com/watercolor-classes-fun-and-easy-with-irilla-swanson/
**1-09-13–Get your toes tappin’ to old time FIDDLE music! OREGON OLD TIME FIDDLERS are available to entertain you no matter where you are in our area–they can connect you to fiddlers around the region. http://www.elderaudience.com/oregon-oldtime-fiddlers/
**1-08-13–Mark your Calendars! NORTHWEST SENIOR THEATRE presents its 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 BRINGING A BUS! http://www.elderaudience.com/northwest-senior-theatre/
**1-08-13–Singer/songwriter GREG GARRISON’s styles range from Country Western, Blues, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and others as well as lots of original tunes! GREG sings and plays guitar, as a “strolling minstrel” or up front–and he can add his CD music as an accompaniment for harmonizing vocals and instrumentals to make a fuller sound. Portland based, but travels if expenses reimbursed. GREG GARRISON receives high marks: “Greg Garrison has been coming to Edgewood Downs for many years. His gift in music and love for Seniors really shows. Greg is a relaxed and professional performer. His personality and sense of humor are part of his charm. I schedule him at Edgewood several times a year.” Kathy M., Edgewood Downs Retirement Community. Read more about GREG GARRISON and invite him to your facility: http://www.elderaudience.com/greg-garrison-singersongwriter/
**1-08-13–Have you been to MEDLEY TEA AND CAFE in SW Portland’s Multnomah Village? A charming, comfortable place for a tea, a light meal and a delicious AFTERNOON TEA experience (think finger sandwiches, crepes,tarts and tea breads). Read about it: http://www.elderaudience.com/medley-tea-cafe/
**1-08-13–Among the amazing performers in our midst, LEAPIN’ LOUIE LICHTENSTEIN stands out! He’s a Variety Comedy entertainer who juggles, does fancy lasso work, and high unicycle and encourages audience participation. LEAPIN’ LOUIE has played in 28 different countries! So obviously, he travels! LEAPIN’ LOUIE wants you to know that he is now offering special pricing for Senior Facilities, so check him out and invite him to come to you! http://www.elderaudience.com/leapin-louie-comedy-variety-shows/
**1-08-13–WILLAMETTE HERITAGE CENTER AT THE MILL invites you to their Victorian Valentines Day & Mad Hatter’s Tea Party on FEB. 9 from 11 am to 3pm at the Dye House, 1313 Mill St SE in Salem.$3 admission includes entry into all events, activities,historic structures and exhibits. Enjoy the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party – hats required. Create your own original hat or wear a special one of your choice. Tea and Victorian treats will be served as part of the family celebration of Victorian life and Valentine fun. Enjoy Celtic music and dance! Info: Kathleen Schulte, The Willamette Heritage Center at The Mill (503)585-7012
**1-08-13–ANGELICA “ANGEL” PILATO is the author of “ANGEL’S TRUCK STOP” an engaging memoir of her years as manager of the Air Force officers club in Thailand during the Vietnam War. Invite ANGELICA to share her recollections of this time and her struggles as a woman fitting in to a man’s world, in a war zone “unfit for a woman”. Read more: http://www.elderaudience.com/angelica-angel-pilato/
**1-08-13–Passing along this news about a training opportunity! “Empowering Elders and Building a Culture of Change: It Takes a Whole Team”, FEB 12, from 9 am-4:30pm. Location: Wellspring Conference Ctr at Woodburn Health Center, 1475 Mt Hood Ave in Woodburn. This day of learning is designed for everyone including residents and their families, all levels of managers, nurses and other licensed professionals, direct caregivers, and support staff from all departments. The purpose of the day will be to provide the conceptual framework as well as practical skills so the team can participate in building a resident-centered culture that provides a voice and a choice for each person and for the community as a whole.Presenters are Barry and Debby Barkan, Co-Directors of The Live Oak Institute of Berkeley, CA. For questions about registration, more information call: (503) 684-3788
**1-08-13–NEW LISTING!! Are you familiar with Johnny Limbo and The Lugnuts? I am pleased to announce that their long-time lead singer, BARBARA CECIL, has just become listed on ElderAudience. BARBARA would love to entertain you with Oldies and Country tunes. Be sure to see the list of some of the songs she sings and check out her musical samples of “Mr. Postman” and “Be My Baby”. BARBARA CECIL is Portland based, but available to travel! http://www.elderaudience.com/how-about-some-entertainment-barbara-cecil-50s60s-and-country-music/
**1-08-13–I hope you’ve read about recently listed Baritone DOUGLAS WEBSTER. DOUGLAS is an international artist who has performed at Carnegie Hall, The Vatican and many acclaimed symphonies such as the Boston Pops. He debuted on Broadway in Les Miserables. Leonard Bernstein said of DOUGLAS WEBSTER: “He’s got it all; the highs, the lows, the ‘look’ and the croon” PLUS, he’s worked in the field of senior living, including as an Active Living Director. Book DOUGLAS WEBSTER to do a show at your facility or event. He’ll sing from his own list of songs spanning decade and styles, and take special requests. Full-orchestra recordings accompany him, or he can arrange for a virtuoso pianist. In the tradition of European ‘House Concerts’, DOUGLAS shares insights to the music and performers who made the songs famous. Learn more about DOUGLAS WEBSTER and listen to his samples. He TRAVELS! http://www.elderaudience.com/douglas-webster-baritone/
**1-08-13-Be sure to check out the listing for Frank Sinatra tribute singer CHUCK PAR-DUE! He has performed for several US Presidents!! CHUCK’s wife Cheryl sometimes sings with him (sounds like Doris Day). CHUCK also plays trumpet, in the Harry James style! http://www.elderaudience.com/chuck-par-due-singer-and-trumpet/
**1-08-13–”Gentle Ways to Fitness” presenter KAYCHERI RAPPAPORT! Kaycheri is a long time practitioner and instructor of several fitness modalities (plus she is a professional actress who just completed a run in the very moving new play Ephemory at The Headwaters Theatre!). She enjoys sharing information and practices that inspire individuals of any age and activity level to bring fitness into their daily lives! Read more about Kaycheri Rappaport: http://www.elderaudience.com/gentle-fitness-kaycheri-rappaport/
**1-08-13–REMINDER –Have you taken advantage of the ways to save on OREGON SYMPHONY concerts? In January, here’s some of what’s in store: World acclaimed pianist Andre Watts plays Beethoven Jan 12-14; Tribute to Ray Charles Saturday, Jan 19; and Swing,Swing,Swing! Pops concert January 20 at 3pm. Call Tom Wente at (503)416-6380 and mention “ElderAudience” to save 10% on most concerts! Group discounts also available. http://www.elderaudience.com/oregon-symphony/
**1-08-13–REMINDER -SPECIAL ELDERAUDIENCE DISCOUNT to hear “Music of Film” (Feb 22,23,24) and Gershwin (June 8,9) programs by Portland Chamber Orchestra (The intimate symphony with infinite imagination!) this year! $5 off Senior Ticket prices when you type “ELDER” during online checkout. LEARN MORE: http://www.elderaudience.com/portland-chamber-orchestra/
**1-07-13– JUST IN… Aloha, You are invited to “A Tropical Night in Hawai’i.” on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2! LOCATION: Portland Community College, 12000 SW 49th ave in Portland. Regular tickets are $35 each. B U T….. THERE IS NOW A SPECIAL “SHOW ONLY” PRICE OF $15.00/PERSON. These “$15 Show Only” tickets are available JUST FOR SENIORS (“KUPUNA” in Hawaiian)!! We hope to see some vans filled with “Kupuna” from local retirement communities arrive to watch our keiki (children) and adult dancers put on a major, enjoyable HULA SHOW with LIVE UKULELE MUSIC. Attention Kupuna! Please arrive by 6:30 p.m. to secure better seats for our annual show. The show starts at 7:00 p.m. To order these Special “Show Only” tickets, call Vicky Taylor now at (503)740-7812. More information is available at kiako.org. and at http://www.elderaudience.com/evening-in-hawaii/. Mahalo.
**1-05-13–Scottish dance music is so cheerful! Invite the ROYAL SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE SOCIETY-SW WASHINGTON BRANCH to bring some dancers to you. Audience members are welcome to participate–and they even have a wheelchair dance. Read more: http://www.elderaudience.com/royal-scottish-country-dance-society-sw-washington-state-branch/
**1-04-13–RECOMMENDED by Sher Johnson at Gilsen Park Assisted Living…she saw the Cirque du Soleil “Worlds Away” movie in 3D and thinks senior residents would enjoy! “…just 91 minutes plus amazing beautiful visual performance!!!” I just checked, and it is showing at lots of theaters around town. Thanks Sher!
**1-04-13–Have you eaten at OTTO AND ANITA’S BAVARIAN CAFE yet? See this wonderful testimonial I just received from Sue, an ElderAudience reader: “…my friend, Christy and I had a wonderful lunch at Otto and Anita’s. GREAT food. Even better than I remembered. Perfect portion of healthy, wonderfully tasty food for lunch. Christy so enjoyed the authentic German flavors and preparation...” Check out OTTO AND ANITA’S listing and make plans for a meal! http://www.elderaudience.com/otto-and-anitas-bavarian-restaurant/
**FREE JAMES BOND MOVIES! Friday James Bond Movie Series: Snack on FREE POPCORN while watching the movies, scheduled at 1 p.m. “The Spy Who Loved Me” with Roger Moore, FRIDAY, JAN. 11;”Tomorrow Never Dies” with Pierce Brosnan, FRIDAY, JAN. 18; and “License to Kill” with Timothy Dalton, JAN. 25. Location: Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St.in Canby;FREE www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970
**1-3-13–Four talented flutists from the Portland area have formed SEMPRE FLAUTO, a Flute Quartet. Their repertoire includes music from many different genres–Classical, easy listening, jazz,modern, folk and Holiday. Invite them to pay for you! NO CHARGE, but donations appreciated. Evening and some weekend availability. Read about SEMPRE FLAUTO: http://www.elderaudience.com/sempre-flauto-flute-quartet/
**1-3-13–Plan an outing to RAIN DANCE MARKETPLACE in Newberg for a unique “country” shopping experience with local food, art, gifts, holiday items and llama yarn. Feed their friendly LLAMAS! When the weather’s nice, there’s a great covered picnic area. Wheelchair and Walker accessible. http://www.elderaudience.com/rain-dance-marketplace-in-newberg/
**1-3-13–DEZY WALLS hails from Kinsale, Ireland but now makes his home in Oregon. He entertains with warm, witty and hilarious insights into life, Irish style. He’s a singer, comedian, motivator, playwright, piano man, people magnet and stress busting superhero! ”He gets under the skin of life and it’s funny – songs eked out of life’s experiences – true stories disguised as lies.” His repertoire spans 20th century to ’70s, plus his own. Read the remarkable testimonials for DEZY WALLS. NO CHARGE, DONATIONS APPRECIATED! Portland/Vancouver to Mid-Willamette Valley. Read more: http://www.elderaudience.com/dezy-walls/
**1-3-13–Love Classical Music? Check out these upcoming concerts from FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC: TAKACS QUARTET performs MONDAY AND TUESDAY Jan 21 & 22 at 7:30pm. Location: PSU’s Lincoln Performance Hall, 1620 SW Park in Portland. One of the world’s great ensembles, the TAKACS QUARTET invites violist Erika Eckert to join them to perform two of Brahms’s masterpieces from the viola quintet repertoire.“Simply the best I have ever heard in concert.” The Guardian (London) RASTRELLO CELLO QUARTET performs on SUNDAY Jan 27 at 3pm. Location: PSU’s Lincoln Performance hall, 1620 SW Park in Portland. The Rastrelli Cello Quartet thrills audiences with widely varied programs mixing works by Bach, Saint-Saens, and Tchaikovsky with works by George Gershwin, Dave Brubeck, and Leroy Anderson. For Tickets to these events: PHONE: (503)224-9842 or ONLINE through Box Office Tickets https://www.boxofficetickets.com/go/search?q=friends+of+chamber+music or AT THE DOOR:box office opens 1 hour before each concert
**1-3-13–Right in our own backyard!! RICE NW MUSEUM OF ROCKS AND MINERALS (in Hillsboro) has world-renowned exhibits, unique architecture and picturesque grounds. It houses one of the world’s finest collections of crystals, an unsurpassed petrified wood gallery, the largest known opal thunderegg, and much more. Wheelchair and walker accessible. RICE MUSEUM can also arrange to come to you with on-site presentations! http://www.elderaudience.com/rice-nw-museum-of-rocks-and-minerals/
**1-3-13–Have you heard 1SPIRIT, a Trio featuring Southern Gospel music, old time hymns and beautiful 3 and 4 part harmonies? 1SPIRIT just released a new CD, “All for Him”, and they performed its music at the Pacific Gospel Music Association Fall Festival in Eugene. 1SPIRIT travels WIDELY, so check them out, read the terrific testimonials, and invite them to play at your facility or event! http://www.elderaudience.com/1spirit-southern-gospel-music/
**1-3-13–Any Llamas stopped by lately?? Invite MOUNTAIN PEAK THERAPY LLAMAS to visit your senior facility. These DoveLewis-certified therapy llamas are exceptionally calm and very huggable! They come dressed for every occasion and are especially enjoyed by visiting grandchildren. Portland/Vancouver area. Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/mountain-peak-therapy-llama/
**1-3-13–Yum! Chocolate Tasting sessions by CRISTINA YEN…CRISTINA brings her “A Yen for Chocolate” Tasting sessions to your facility or event in the Portland/Vancouver area. Learn about the chocolate and bean varietals from different regions of the world including Latin America and Europe, and sample Cristina’s superb handmade chocolates. Read more, and save some room for chocolate! http://www.elderaudience.com/cristina-yen-a-yen-for-chocolate/
**1-3-13–Giving a shout out for ART GOODMAN, a One-Man-Band! ART does it all: Old favorites, swing, ballads, jazz, blues, rock, gospel, folk, Spanish, Holiday. He takes requests. Great for MEMORY CARE facilities, AND he can stroll room to room. ART GOODMAN travels WIDELY! http://www.elderaudience.com/art-goodman-one-man-band/
**1-3-13–Have you listened to the music sample and read the lovely testimonial for musician CATHY SPEER? Cathy is a Celtic Folk Singer with Guitar. This mother of nine has Bluegrass background and Scottish roots. She loves to have you sing along! CATHY SPEER is available to travel. Read about her and invite her to play for you! http://www.elderaudience.com/cathy-speer-celtic-folk-singer-with-guitar/
**12-27-12–As a long time singer and guitar player AND a program coordinator at a local Alzheimers/dementia facility, WILL SPILLETTE enjoys sharing the music of the 20′s through the 40′s, as well as country, folk, early rock, and holiday tunes. Read about WILL, listen to his samples (I especially like his version of “5 Foot 2, Eyes of Blue“) and contact him for a show in the Portland/Vancouver area (especially east side and Gresham): http://www.elderaudience.com/william-spillette-singer-with-guitar/
**12-27-12–REMINDER!! NEW CENTURY PLAYERS presents the Tony Award Winning Musical, “THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE” on February 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 at 7:30 PM and February 10 and 17 at 2 PM. “a quirky yet charming cast of outsiders for whom a spelling bee is the one place where they can stand out and fit in at the same time.” Location: Milwaukie High School Blackbox Theater, 11300 SE 23rd Ave in Milwaukie Senior tickets are $15. Available online at www.NewCenturyPlayers.org More info. call (503)367-2620
**12-27-12–Reminder to check out SIG UNANDER–An Author, Speaker and Filmmaker who gives inspiring presentations (Powerpoint, Slide or Film) that are carefully researched and tailored to senior audiences, with handouts, rare photos, documents and memorabilia. His topics include: Claire Phillips–Oregon’s Legendary Actress and Spy; Mexico’s Aztec Eagles–Hispanic Heroes of WWII; Simon Benson–Northwest Lumber king, Civic Leader and Visionary; and the Red Tail Angels–Legendary Black Fighter Pilots of WWII. Read more about SIG UNANDER and invite him to your facility or event: http://www.elderaudience.com/sig-unander-speaker/
**Check out some of these categories on ElderAudience. Here are but a few: TARA HICKS, Therapeutic Horticulture specialist http://www.elderaudience.com/wellness-by-natures-design-with-tara-hicks/
LINDA ROSS SWANSON Presentations and Workshops on power of stories and creating “Legacy Letters” and “Wisdom Wills” http://www.elderaudience.com/linda-ross-swanson/
BELINDA BALOGH Boomer Fitness Solutions for any age http://www.elderaudience.com/boomer-fitness-solutions-belinda-balogh/
BRINA BOLANZ How to Protect Heritage Photographs and Other Family History (No Charge!) http://www.elderaudience.com/brina-bolanz-photo-archivist-preserve-your-family-history/
KEITH TAYLOR Ragtime and Early American Piano music programs (TRAVELS WIDELY)Keith can bring silent movies and a projector and play along to the film! http://www.elderaudience.com/keith-taylor-ragtime/
**12-27-12–Longtime professional musical WHISTLER and VAUDEVILLE-STYLE performer MITCH HIDER whistles, sings (standards, jazz, show tunes, etc.), yodels, plays ukulele, harmonica, and more–all with humor! Plus, as a Whistling Grand Champion (1982) who is in the National Whistlers Hall of Fame (!), Mitch gives talks on the history of whistling using vintage recordings. Read more about MITCH HIDER and contact him for a program. BASED IN EUGENE, BUT AVAILABLE TO TRAVEL! http://www.elderaudience.com/mitch-hider-whistler/
**12-27-12–How about a MUSICAL REVUE that brings back old favorites from the Andrews Sisters and Bing Crosby? THE SOUTH RIVERSIDE KIWANIS have a 90 minute show with stage lighting, costumes and sound system, and they travel to senior facilities in the PORTLAND/VANCOUVER area to perform! NO CHARGE, but donations help keep the show on the road and support Doernbecher Hospital and Kiwanis Camp for handicapped kids. Read more: http://www.elderaudience.com/south-riverside-kiwanis-revue/
**12-26-12–Are you familiar with DICK KARMAN? I recently received another testimonial for him and his RELIVING RADIO program, from the Ladies Club at Fairway Village in Vancouver. Be sure to check out his RELIVING RADIO listing, see all the testimonials, and invite him to your facility or event! http://www.elderaudience.com/reliving-radio-with-dick-karman/
**12-26-12–See these FREE events in JANUARY at Portland’s LEWIS & CLARK COLLEGE …WED.JAN 16 5-8PM Seminar “Honoring Big Stories” is workshop exploring how to release possible epiphanies from the silence of impossible stories. The evening includes REFRESHMENTS, WRITING TIME, and MUSIC. Location: Graduate campus. More info: Matsya Siosal,(503)768-6040; EVENTS HONORING DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. This year’s theme is “Bending towards Justice”.
MONDAY, JAN 21 7pm SCREENING OF DR. KING’S “I HAVE A DREAM” SPEECH in Templeton Center’s Council Chamber, followed by SILENT MARCH to Chapel to hear JAZZ;
WED.JAN 23 7pm in Stamm Hall, FACULTY PANEL DISCUSSION on topic of a “Just Environment” ;
MONDAY JAN 28 at 5:30pm, at Law School’s Legal Research Center Building, Prof. Sheryll Cashin lectures on “Civil Rights for the 21st Century: Lessons from Justic Thurgood Marshall’s Race-transcending Jurisprudence”; POETRY READING WITH award-winning POET CRYSTAL WILLIAMS
Thursday JAN 31 at 5:30pm, at Frank Manor House, Info: Debbie Richman at (503)768-7405;
Thursday JAN 31 7:30pm at Templeton Campus Center, Council Chamber, “KOMORA: TO HEAL” documentary film on 1994 Rwandan genocide by filmmaker Emmanuel Habimana. Question and Answer session follows screening. FREE AND OPEN TO PUBLIC, but preregistration requested as large audience is expected. To Register go to http://www.lclark.edu/live/events/15134 More info: Michael Ford at (503)768-7216
**12-26-12–Calling all VOLUNTEERS!! The MILWAUKIE CENTER, where older adults in Clackamas County enjoy a wide variety of programs and services, has many VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES, ranging from Front Desk Reception, Meals on Wheels, help in Cafe and Gift Shop, Board Members, Evening Bingo and more! Check it out: http://www.elderaudience.com/milwaukie-center-volunteer-opportunities/
**12-19-12–PABLO GRABIEL combines extensive experience in therapeutic recreation and as an Activities Director with his musical talents–to provide customized musical programs and memory-stimulating activities in all senior settings. He offers themed programs such a “Name that Tune“, “Tour of the Decades” and “Tour of Composers” as well as Holiday and seasonal programs. PABLO is based in Portland but available to travel! Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/pablo-grabiel/
**12-19-12–BODACIOUS! brings a “Groovy Gumbo from our pantry of Blues, Rock&Roll,Jazz, and Zydeco-Cajun-Irish-German influences” to your facility or event! BODACIOUS! is a group that includes WASHBOARD in addition to guitar, piano, and vocals. Read the great testimonial and listen to their music samples,then contact BODACIOUS! for a festive show. They travel! http://www.elderaudience.com/bodacious/
**12-19-12–OUTSIDE OF THE PORTLAND AREA?? If you are in the Mid-Willamette Valley (Salem, Corvallis,Albany, etc.)…There are 87 listings included in the MID-WILLAMETTE VALLEY category on ElderAudience http://www.elderaudience.com/category/mid-willamette-valley/
If you are in Lane County…There are 52 listings included in the LANE COUNTY category on ElderAudience http://www.elderaudience.com/category/lane-county/
**12-19-12–ElderAudience has a small SENIOR FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS category. Click on it to see who is listed, and then click on any name for their details! I’d love to add more from the Salem, Eugene or coastal areas, if you have any recommendations:-) http://www.elderaudience.com/category/senior-friendly-restaurants/
**12-19-12–A new AD is displayed on the right side of the ElderAudience site (the ads appear above the category listings)for SING ALONG WITH SUZANNE! http://www.elderaudience.com/swing-sensation/ Suzanne Short spent 15 years playing keyboard with a big band and has collected and arranged hundreds of great tunes of the 20′s to the 70′s to perform as a solo. She performs on a “magic” electronic keyboard and will get you tapping your foot, singing along to your favorite tunes or dancing. Her variety includes Glenn Miller type big band tunes, old love songs, classic hit tunes from the Mills Brothers era to Elvis. She is available for ‘Just fun’ music, Name that Tune, Special Occasions, Singalong/Audience Participation, background music, ballroom, Big Band,Dance/Concert, Holidays, and Sunday/worship. On special occasions her trumpet player joins the party and adds a special dimension. Check out her listing and listen to the music samples, then contact SUZANNE SHORT!
**12-19-12–DR. LELAND GILSEN will bring his TRAVELING MUSEUM OF OREGON PREHISTORY to you! With his background as official Archaeologist for the State of Oregon for 24 years, Dr. Gilsen provides a fascinating display of replica and reproduction artifacts of Oregon cultures going back 14,000 years. NO SET CHARGE–Donation requested, plus travel reimbursement if Dr. Gilsen travels beyond Salem area. Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/traveling-museum-of-oregon-prehistory/
**12-19-12–Be sure to check out what’s NEW at ACTIVITY CONNECTION.COM, the industry leader in providing resources for activity professionals in senior living environments. They just announced a new series of VIDEOS taught by Dr. Rob Winningham, nationally recognized professor, author and expert on the aging brain. Earn a “Certified Cognitive Stimulation Instructor” diploma, enhance your professional knowledge and skills as well as adding to your body of work and resume. http://www.activityconnection.com/store/cognitivestimulation/
**12-18-12–Have you clicked on the sidebar ad for KAY HANSEN? http://www.elderaudience.com/kay-hansen-western-singer-and-guitarist/ She has gotten some great testimonials. Check her out and invite her to play her western songs–and do some yodeling!
**12-11-12–You may notice a NEW Sidebar Ad on the right side of ElderAudience http://www.elderaudience.com (the Ads are located above the category listings): RAY BROWN-SON OF LIBERTY, is a US History Presenter who gives talks on the Declaration of Independence, forming of the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights while dressed in period-correct colonial attire! He has completed a cross-country walk from Florence, Oregon to Atlantic City to help raise an awareness for the importance of studying American history and the Constitution. Invite him to share his passion for patriotism, hope, and perseverance. Based in Eugene, RAY BROWN travels WIDELY! Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/ray-brown-son-of-liberty/
**12-11-12–Have you heard of THE SKYLARK TAPPERS? This adult tap company dances in many styles, from musical theatre to traditional tap, big band, African, swing and comedy! Book them for a show at your facility EVENINGS OR WEEKENDS. They also do concerts in the community. Read about the THE SKYLARK TAPPERS http://www.elderaudience.com/the-skylark-tappers/
**12-11-12–Take a “SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY” with multi-instrumentalist MEG GRAF! She can play on your piano OR bring her own instruments (flute, piano, reeds, accordion and more!) Great for audiences with Memory Care issues. MEG also manages the Calamity Jazz band so she can offer all sorts of instrumental combinations. Check out some of her many samples and then invite MEG GRAF to play for you! She is based in Eugene, but travels when she can! http://www.elderaudience.com/meg-graf/
**12-11-12–RICK MEYERS loves to entertain with singalongs and a variety of lesser-known instruments like spoons, musical saw and jewsharp, along with banjo and guitar. His 60 minute show brings back lots of fond memories. Check out his listing, RICK MEYERS-OLD TIME MUSIC SHOW, and be sure to listen to his samples. “This old Man” is especially fun! http://www.elderaudience.com/rick-meyers/
**12-05-12–Have you clicked on the sidebar ad (the ads are displayed on the right side of ElderAudience.com, above the category listings) for AMERICA’S HUB WORLD TOURS? They offer a variety of fun, scenic and educational outings to the Columbia Gorge,Mt.Hood, Oregon Coast, Mt. St. Helen, Oregon Wine country, and more! PLUS, read about a special 20% ElderAudience Discount! http://www.elderaudience.com/americas-hub-world-tours/
**12-04-12–Enjoy watching the art of Spanish FLAMENCO! PORTLAND FLAMENCO EVENTS has dancers that will come to your Portland area facility. Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/portland-flamenco-events/
**12-04-12–As you plan for Western themed events or Spring/Summer “Fiesta” parties, think of CHIHUAHUA DESERT! Singers with guitar, solo or band–They entertain with South of the Border classic tunes, traditional Country Western music, and more! http://www.elderaudience.com/chihuahua-desert/
**12-04-12–When was the last time you had a TAP DANCE ensemble dance entertain? PORTLAND TAP CONNECTION wants you to know that entertaining seniors in their specialty, and they will customize a show just for you! From Broadway Jazz to Country Stompin‘ or Seasonal Serenades, “the glitter of sequins and sparkle linger beyond their performance”. Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/the-portland-tap-connection/
**12-04-12–Are you familiar with DAN THE MAGIC MAN? This retired elementary teacher has been performing magic tricks since the age of 9! DAN has a 45 minute show specially designed for seniors. He promises lots of humor and finishes with a live bunny! Learn more: http://www.elderaudience.com/dan-the-magic-man/
**12-04-12–What a great name! SUNSET TRAFFIC JAM wants you to know they bring “DIXIELAND music to audiences with excellence and enthusiasm“. they’ll get your toes tapping with familiar old tunes, jokes and vocals in addition to tuba, drums, trombone, banjo, clarinet,trumpet, piano and washboard! Portland/Vancouver area. http://www.elderaudience.com/sunset-traffic-jam-jazz-band/
**12-04-12–Like to DANCE? SWING STREET DANCING FRIENDS holds public dances with Dixieland and Big Bands in several locations including OREGON CITY, PORTLAND, VANCOUVER and TIGARD. See all the details! http://www.swingst.com http://www.elderaudience.com/swing-street-glenn-tadina-band/
**12-04-12–Remember the “I LOVE LUCY” show from the 50′s? JOE MAYER, along with his twin brother, played Little Ricky on the show when he was a very young child. He’s all grown up, living in the Northwest, and eager to share stories of those times! http://www.elderaudience.com/joe-mayer-from-i-love-lucy-show/
**12-04-12–There’s something so calming and happy about banjo music. DICK WEISSMAN is a musician who plays BANJO and GUITAR, and also is a MUSIC HISTORIAN, AUTHOR AND PROFESSOR. He has a fascinating background. Check out his listing! (He has some music samples on his own website. “Lucy Ann Rag” is my favorite) http://www.elderaudience.com/dick-weissman-musician-music-historian/
**12-04-12–Anytime is great for a STORY, and ElderAudience has a whole category of STORYTELLERS. Read about them: http://www.elderaudience.com/category/storytellers/
***11-27-12–Have you seen the movie Lincoln yet? I saw it and absolutely loved the performances! Reminds me that STEVE HOLGATE is among this country’s leading Lincoln portrayers, and he’s right here in the Northwest. His “conversations with Abraham Lincoln” take the form of a press conference, with the audience taking on the role of journalists and asking questions! HOLGATE bears a remarkable resemblance to Abe Lincoln. Learn more and invite him to visit your facility or event: http://www.elderaudience.com/steve-holgate-as-abraham-lincoln/
