Elder Audience » Bend/Central Oregon http://www.elderaudience.com Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:10:49 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Meg Graf http://www.elderaudience.com/meg-graf/ http://www.elderaudience.com/meg-graf/#comments Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:19:30 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=11590 I play MANY instruments: Piano, Accordion, Celtic Harp, Violin, Viola, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Hammered Dulcimer as well as various ethnic instruments! And, I play MANY styles: Classical, Popular Standards, Vintage, Novelty, Folk, and more!

**I have experience playing in Alzheimer’s units and other memory care settings.  I am consistently amazed at how many persons sing along, and  know ALL the words, not just a line or two!

I am available as a SOLO performer, or I can provide an ENSEMBLE.
Also, I am manager for CALAMITY JAZZ, which offers lots of instrumental combinations–be sure to check out the website below!

Although I am based in EUGENE, I am available to TRAVEL WIDELY! Some recent appearances have been in Victoria, B.C., Logan, Ohio, and San Antonio, Texas.

Very Flexible rates–will work with your budget!

Looking forward to entertaining at your facility or event!

Contact: Meg Graf

Phone: (541)461-8071

Email: meggraf@hotmail.com

Website: www.calamityjazz.com

Hear some samples of Meg Graf:
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/meggraf

Hear some samples of Calamity Jazz:
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/calamityjazz

]]> http://www.elderaudience.com/meg-graf/feed/ 0 Leapin’ Louie Comedy Variety Shows http://www.elderaudience.com/leapin-louie-comedy-variety-shows/ http://www.elderaudience.com/leapin-louie-comedy-variety-shows/#comments Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:38:49 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=11474 Get them excited and make them laugh! Variety comedy show featuring fancy lasso work, juggling, high unicycle, comedy and audience participation. As seen in 24 different countries around the world including (in 2011 alone) multiple tours of Australia, Europe, and Latin America.

Leapin’ Louie travels widely!

Contact: David Lichtenstein

Phone : (503) 425-9954

Email: david@comedytricks.com

Website: http://www.comedytricks.com/

WORDS OF PRAISE FOR DAVID LICHTENSTEIN, “LEAPIN’LOUIE”:

“…Lichtenstein’s real gift is his warmth and humor – attributes he uses to create an intimate alliance with the audience.” Roseburg News Review

“Lichtenstein, a multitalented performer, has to be seen to be believed.”
Portland Oregonian

“The show’s a calamity, but somehow you love it: Lichtenstein is charming.
He’s as warm as fresh bread. He seems so humble, you almost forget he’s a
nimble comic who has a vast repertoire” Portland Oregonian

“His humor is refreshing and unpredictable and universally appealing. He
is a consummate performer whose skills are so impressive that he can hold
the attention of any audience …” Don W., Director, Kids Konnection Circus Project

“David, your act was very well received. People enjoyed both your strolling sets, as well as your stage shows. You provided fun entertainment that was enjoyed by all ages. We enjoyed having you as a part of the 1999 Iowa State Fair, and look forward to working with you again in the future. Sincerely” Jan H., Assistant Manager, Iowa State Fair, September, 1999

]]> http://www.elderaudience.com/leapin-louie-comedy-variety-shows/feed/ 0 Angelica “Angel” Pilato, Author of “Angel’s Truck Stop”, a Memoir http://www.elderaudience.com/angelica-angel-pilato-author-of-angels-truck-stop-a-memoir/ http://www.elderaudience.com/angelica-angel-pilato-author-of-angels-truck-stop-a-memoir/#comments Fri, 07 Oct 2011 06:52:36 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=10339 Angelica “Angel” Pilato is the author of “Angel’s Truck Stop: A Woman’s Love, Laughter, and Loss During the Vietnam War”, an engaging memoir recounting her time as the manager of an Air Force officers club in Thailand. Hilarious and at times, heart-wrenching, the book reveals a woman’s struggle to fit into a man’s world–The young Captain Pilato was warned her assignment was in a war zone “unfit for a woman.” After leaving active duty she joined the Reserves and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel.

Angel earned her PhD, and held executive positions at corporations and in academia. She now resides in Lake Oswego.

Invite Angel to share stories and reflections of her time in Southeast Asia and at “Angel’s Truck Stop”. She is based in the Portland area, but will travel beyond the Portland/Vancouver area  (travel expenses apply).

Contact: Angelica “Angel” Pilato

Phone: (503)754-7334

Email: angelpilato@yahoo.com

Website: angels-truckstop.com

]]> http://www.elderaudience.com/angelica-angel-pilato-author-of-angels-truck-stop-a-memoir/feed/ 0 The Power of Laughter–Gail Hand http://www.elderaudience.com/the-power-of-laughter-gail-hand/ http://www.elderaudience.com/the-power-of-laughter-gail-hand/#comments Fri, 20 May 2011 18:06:23 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=8295 Certified Laughter Yoga Leader and Motivational Humorist Gail Hand presents Laughter Yoga for Seniors which is simulated laughter therapy exercises to stimulate laughter. I bring my dogs Zippy and Zoe for those who love to visit with little chihuahua’s. Laughing and working with over 60 senior communities  since 2004! Laughter overcomes hardening of the attitudes…

My fee is $55-$75, with discounts for frequent bookings.

I TRAVEL WIDELY!!

Phone: (503)284-2342

Email: gail@gailhand.com

Website: www.gailhand.com

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Wellness by Nature’s Design – Promoting health and wellness in self and surroundings.

Services:

~ Group sessions

~ One-on-one sessions

~ Activity packets

~ Year-round programming

~ Consulting

~ Garden design and maintenance

~ Community inclusion in a public garden setting

~ Guidance with growing food

~ Teaching adaptive strategies

~Other needs? Please inquire.

Tara is an Oregon native and graduated from the University of Oregon with a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture in 2006.  She completed the Horticultural Therapy certificate program through Legacy Health System in 2008. In 2010 she became a Registered Horticulture Therapist through the American Horticultural Therapy Association (AHTA). Tara is also a certified Activity Director, Master Gardener, and board member for the Friends of the Portland Memory Garden. She currently leads Garden Clubs at several senior communities and maintains therapeutic gardens at Legacy Emanuel and Good Samaritan Hospitals. Wellness by Nature’s Design offers a free initial consultation at your facility to discuss program possibilities.

Please visit our website for more information and photos!

 

Contact: Tara Hicks

Phone: (971)678-5111

Email: hicks.tara@gmail.com

Website: www.wellnessbynaturesdesign.com

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Invite Curt to entertain at your facility or event. He is based in the Portland area, but he travels widely!

“Curt was not only magical, but very entertaining….I would recommend Curt as a performer for any event.” — Roz C., DW Fritz Automation, Inc.

Phone: (503)880-1638

Email : curt@curtisfrye.com

Website : www.curtisfrye.com

]]> http://www.elderaudience.com/curtis-frye-theater-of-the-mind-magician-and-mentalist/feed/ 0 Steve Holgate as Abraham Lincoln http://www.elderaudience.com/steve-holgate-as-abraham-lincoln/ http://www.elderaudience.com/steve-holgate-as-abraham-lincoln/#comments Sun, 27 Feb 2011 04:32:12 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=7275 “What American wouldn’t love to have a conversation with Abraham Lincoln?” Steve Holgate, one of the country’s leading Lincoln portrayers, makes a 30-minute presentation on Lincoln’s life and presidency in the form of a press conference. The audience takes on the role of journalists and asks him questions. Hear Holgate, who bears a remarkable resemblance to our 16th President, discuss the dark years of the Civil War and the momentous decisions Lincoln made.

Steve Holgate has appeared as Lincoln in Oregon, Washington, California and Idaho as well as overseas, earning praise from the Portland Oregonian, Corvallis Gazette-Times, Albany Herald and Vancouver Daily Columbian, among others. Holgate and his program have also been featured on television.

Praise for Steve Holgate as Lincoln:
“Steve Holgate is the best Lincoln in America.”
David Leroy
Former Member, Board of Governors
National Lincoln Bicentennial Commission

“Steve Holgate truly brings Lincoln to life. His portrayal calls on all the wisdom, humor, and lore of our 16th President, as one would imagine him, and as Lincoln was in real life.”
Mike Burton, Chairman
Oregon Lincoln Bicentennial Commission

Invite Steve Holgate to bring his Lincoln portrayal to your facility or event! Although he is based in Portland, he is available to travel widely.

Phone: (503)296-0194

Email : holgatefamily@hotmail.com

Website : lincolntownhall.com

video link: http://lincolntownhall.com/videos.html

]]> http://www.elderaudience.com/steve-holgate-as-abraham-lincoln/feed/ 0 Gypsy Heart Tribal–Improvisational Tribal Belly Dance http://www.elderaudience.com/gypsy-heart-tribal-improvisational-belly-dance/ http://www.elderaudience.com/gypsy-heart-tribal-improvisational-belly-dance/#comments Sat, 16 Oct 2010 05:50:15 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=5820 Gypsy Heart Tribal represents a community of gifted, accomplished, and dynamic *tribal belly dancers* who share a vision of the feminine energy and power their dance creates. The troupe honors women of all ages, sizes, and backgrounds with the diversity of its dancers and the global audiences they perform for.

Under the direction of Carol Vance, long time member and co-director of Gypsy Caravan, and in collaboration with the other dancers, Gypsy Heart Tribal is the new incarnation of the Caravan tribal belly dance experience created by dance legend Paulette Rees-Denis <http://www.gypsycaravan.us/>. This troupe of accomplished and experienced dancers represents a fusion of the classic Caravan vision of Tribal Style Bellydance, founded in 1991: the Gypsy Caravan Dance Company, the Caravan Dance Collective, Urban Berbers, Sister Caravan, Caravan Daughters, and the Caravan Soul Collective International.

Gypsy Heart builds on this heritage with a new interpretation of tribal belly dance for contemporary audiences and with a new generation of belly dance students. The artistry, beauty, and vision of Gypsy Heart draws on traditions—old and new— from cultures including the Middle East, Africa, Spain, and India.

They travel up and down the west coast to perform at a variety of events, such as birthday parties, weddings, festivals and street fairs. *Up to 9 dancers! * It depends on your budget and size of dance space, and is subject to dancers availability.* Evenings and weekend performances preferred, but some dancers are available weekdays.*

 

Contact: Peggy Hewitt

Phone: (971)227-2328

Email: gypsyhearttribal@gmail.com

Website: http://gypsyhearttribal.com

Sample Belly Dance:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4X_GNGYylu4

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Roots Cultivation & Design, LLC is dedicated to *passionately promoting the growth of Plants & People through meaningful garden connections. *Melissa Richmond brings the plants and nature experience to your Residents, while cultivating a sense of fun and exploration! Even if your facility does not have an outdoor garden space, Melissa provides the basic materials for this unique and engaging opportunity for participants up to a total of 15. Interactive educational presentations can be arranged for larger groups.

Melissa Richmond has an AAS degree in Horticulture and  finished the Horticulture Therapy Training Program with Teresia Hazen, MEd, HTR; through Legacy and PCC Gerontology. She has spent the past 7 years as the Organic Gardening Coordinator for an innovative Eldercare community. She is now providing services for several Assisted Living and Memory Care communities in the greater Portland area and teaching through the Multnomah County Library System.

Complimentary initial consultation to determine appropriate programming options. Available to travel; travel expenses will apply.

Contact: Melissa Richmond

Phone: (503)317-8415

Email: rootscultivation@gmail.com

Website: www.rootscultivation.com

Listen to Melissa Richmond’s interview on the Adult Placement Network’s Aging Resourcefully Radio Blog: http://www.adultplacementnetwork.com/content/apns-btr-592011-melissa-richmond

 


]]> http://www.elderaudience.com/roots-cultivation-and-design-therapeutic-horticulture-with-melissa-richmond/feed/ 0 Harpsidhe-Celtic,traditional and original old-world style harp, with Tyger Bailey http://www.elderaudience.com/harpsidhe-celtictraditional-and-original-old-world-style-harp-with-tyger-bailey/ http://www.elderaudience.com/harpsidhe-celtictraditional-and-original-old-world-style-harp-with-tyger-bailey/#comments Thu, 09 Sep 2010 21:38:44 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=5439 Harpsidhe (pronounced Harp-shee)!

I am a published composer with two original-music Celtic harp CD’s available. I frequently present concerts in the Portland area, including at Pioneer Square, Portland airport, and The Grotto. I can provide original and traditional music on the Celtic harp as a full concert, or as an ambient music background for events and parties. I perform indoors or out, on a flexible schedule, and although I am Portland based, I travel!  I can also offer themed music for Christmas, Valentines Day, St.Patrick’s Day, and other holidays. Learn more at my website, and listen to a sample of my music, then contact me for a program!

Contact: Tyger Bailey

Phone: (503)891-7682

Email: harpsidhe@yahoo.com

Website: www.harpsidhe.com

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/Harpsidhe#p/u/4/xc5SBTy5X1Y

Music sample: www.cdbaby.com/cd/harpsidhe

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