Leading the way in the use of Rhythm. HealthRHYTHMS® is a research-based group drumming program developed over 20 years ago through the interdisciplinary collaboration of experts in Neuroscience, Music Therapy, and Recreational Music Making. Saturdays 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Saturday, November 22 Drums will be provided. If you prefer to use a personal instrument, you…
Cool Storytellers Lounge’s 4-week class series focus on paper collage, is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for adult (18+) participants with no experience or beginner art skill levels. Saturdays 1 PM – 2 PM Saturday, November 22 Instructor: Nadia Sheik Individual classes: $25/$20 for Seniors A signed waiver is required to attend classes. All…
Learn to play the ukulele with our specially curated class suitable for beginners of all ages. Whether you’re a young enthusiast or someone looking to pick up a new hobby later in life, this class is designed to be inclusive and enjoyable for everyone. Sundays 10:00am-11:00am Sunday, November 23 Instructor: Francis Doo Individual classes: $25/$20…
Learn to play the ukulele with our specially curated class suitable for beginners of all ages. Whether you’re a young enthusiast or someone looking to pick up a new hobby later in life, this class is designed to be inclusive and enjoyable for everyone. Dates: Sundays 11:30 am-12:30 pm Sunday, November 23 Instructor: Francis Doo Individual…
Sundays 1:00 pm-2:00 pm Sunday, November 23 Instructor: Jennifer Forti & Captain James Individual classes: $25/$20 for Seniors A signed waiver is required to attend classes. Jenny Wizbang and Captain James invite you to a four-day interactive workshop where guests will create and play musical folk instruments made from “found” objects. Each session will blend…
In this workshop, participants will engage Mic Crenshaw, a cultural activist, emcee, poet, writer and media producer in the art of storytelling and crafting a message with words and rhythm. Rap. Poetry. Spoken Word. Lyricism. Call & Response. These forms of rhythmic communication can be used to shape powerful messages about ourselves, who we are, what our…
Michael’s Christmas Show is one of the most beloved traditions every holiday season. The show is known for Michael’s beautiful, inspirational, innovative Christmas arrangements, the legendary vocals of Gospel, Blues & Jazz singer Julianne Johnson, the best new young talented artists, and gifted children from our community. Michael believes the music of the season is some…
BRINGING IRISH SPIRIT TO THE HOLIDAYS SINCE 2005 The hugely popular Holiday show Irish Christmas in America returns in 2025, bringing a fascinating performance of music, song, dance and stories of seasonal Irish traditions. Produced by Sligo fiddler Oisín Mac Diarmada, the show features exceptional Irish music, song and dance in a family-friendly performance rich in humour and…
Kalani Pe‘a’s “Hawaiian Christmas” is a celebration of the warmth and special “aloha” of the Holiday Season, sharing much-loved songs from both western and Hawaiian roots. A four-time Grammy winner in the Regional Roots category, Kalani is a not-to-be-missed charismatic performer with a gorgeous voice, powerful presence, and joyful appeal. His shows also include the…
Welcome to the Annual Holiday Variety Show and Christmas Pageant at St. Everybody’s Non-Denominational Church of Acceptance – where all faiths are welcome because, let’s face it, they’ll believe anything! But this year’s celebration has a twist: none of the scheduled acts have arrived. Now, the three quick-witted and resourceful members of the Reduced Shakespeare…
Mark O’Connor began his creative journey at the feet of American fiddling legend Benny Thomasson, and the iconic French jazz violinist Stéphane Grappelli. Today, he has melded these influences into a new American classical music, and is perpetuating his vision of an American School of String Playing. Mr. O’Connor has won three Grammys, seven CMA…
In the fall of 2006 a group of 9 cellists got on stage at Portland’s Doug Fir Lounge to perform western classical music in an informal setting. Many of the cellists that night thought that was a fun one-off gig. But the energy of the night carried on, and Portland Cello Project quickly evolved into…