Music❯Jams

Behind The Scene with The Christopher Brown QuartetSun, Nov 01++ PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS EVENT IS FOCUSED ON EDUCATION - PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION ++In an effort to create meaningful culture building moments within a Jazz context for teenage musicians (as well as band instructors), drummer/bandleader Christopher Brown will host an ongoing series entitled “Behind the Scene” with his quartet. And what will separate this event from any other like it is that it’ll combine the Jam session, concert, and clinic experience into a collection of transformative moments for all involved.On the 1st Sunday of each month Christopher teams up with Montavilla Jazz to provide our city with an invaluable Jazz workshop that’s designed to adequately prepare young musicians for the most competitive musical environments in the world (namely NYC). So for the cost of a trip to Starbucks, this event provides:• 30 min concert by Christopher’s quartet.• One hour Q & A with the quartet.• 30 min food, beverage, and mingling break.• One hour of interactive music mentoring with members of Christopher’s quartet.• Access to the quartet’s extended network.**THERE IS NO FOOD OR DRINK SERVED AT THIS EVENT (outside food and drinks are permitted)** 01:00 PM SHOW

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and we’re helping you get ready. Join us at Yamhill Valley Vineyards for a weekend of holiday inspiration, special wines, and a few things to make your celebrations extra memorable.

Saturday, November 21st at 11am: Truffle Class - Chef Norma Buchholz will lead you through preparing, rolling, and decorating your own chocolate and pumpkin truffles. Perfect for bringing to your Thanksgiving festivities as they keep for up to two weeks!
$50/person, $30/person for Wine Club Members.

All weekend long - Shop large-format wines at special prices, stock up on your holiday favorites, and sample our jams, mustard, and vinegar for thoughtful gifts and additions to your Thanksgiving table. We’ll also have recipes to inspire your holiday menu and wine specials to help you get a head start on stocking the cellar.

Stop by, find something delicious, and get ready to gather. Your Thanksgiving starts here!

The Teen Table is a relaxed, hands-on cooking experience for teens who want to feel more comfortable in the kitchen, learn to cook for themselves, and spend time with other teens who enjoy good food.

Whether they’re brand new to cooking or already have some experience, we’ll focus on building practical skills and confidence. Rather than following strict recipes, teens will learn how to think like a home cook—how to make decisions, work with what they have, adjust as they go, and turn simple ingredients into food they’re excited to eat.

We’ll also cover meal planning, kitchen organization, time management, using ingredients thoughtfully, making adjustments, and cleaning up. Most importantly, teens will gain the confidence to cook without needing a recipe to tell them exactly what to do.

Every class ends with everyone sitting down together to enjoy what we’ve made—because cooking is more fun when it’s shared, and learning how to feed yourself well is a pretty great skill to have.

The goal is simple: to help teens feel at home in the kitchen, make food they enjoy, and learn how to take care of themselves through cooking.

November Menu:

• Herb Roasted Chicken

• Seasonal Vegetable Sides

December Menu:

• Veggie Chili

• Cornbread

What to expect:

• Price is per person and includes the class, all ingredients, and dinner.

• Each class is hands-on and centered around preparing a meal together. We’ll cook, talk, experiment, ask questions, make mistakes, and figure things out along the way. There’s no pressure to already know what you’re doing or to be a “chef”— just a welcoming space to learn at your own pace.

• Some food allergies and intolerances can be accommodated, but please note that we may cook with eggs, dairy, nuts, poultry, beef, pork, and fish. If you’re unsure whether the class will be a good fit for your dietary needs, please inquire before registering.

• This series is for kids aged 13-18

About our Instructor:

Chef Leta Merrill is the founder and Pasta Maia, a seasoned culinary instructor, and also a mom of teens. She loves cooking with families and teaching young cooks in a fun, hands-on environment. Inspired by the Cucina Povera philosophy of simple, resourceful cooking made with love, Leta brings old-world Italian warmth and a love of gathering around the table to every class.

Kevin Selfe’s Blues Jam is a high-energy Sunday afternoon session kicking off at 5 PM, led by acclaimed guitarist and vocalist Kevin Selfe. Featuring a rotating lineup of top Portland musicians, the jam delivers spontaneous collaborations, extended grooves, and plenty of room for musical surprises.

Band members: Kevin Selfe (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Jimi Bott (drums), Allen Markel (bass), and friends.

Doors open at 4 PM for dinner & drinks
Music kicks off at 5 PM

Here’s the quick rundown so everyone has a blast:

• No reservations needed — first come, first served. Grab a good spot early!
• There’s a $6 cover
• 21+ show

Enjoy an open jazz jam session for all ages and levels. An opportunity for younger musicians to play with seasoned pros and learn from experience.

Max Tucker is leading the Student Jazz Jam at Artichoke Music. Max, along with the afternoon's house band, will warm up the stage with a short set, and the jam will follow. The backline includes a keyboard and a drum set. Max Tucker is a drummer, producer and educator living in Portland, Oregon. He relocated to Portland in 2018, moving from NYC, where he studied jazz at the New School and studied with master drummer Michael Carvin. He is currently teaching drums and playing actively in the fertile Portland music scene.

Cheesy Onion Bread, Mac & Cheese, Cheese Fondue, Broccoli Cheddar Soup

• Sat, Nov 21 2026, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Availability: 7 in stock

$50.00

Availability: 7 in stock

Friday, November 6, 2026
6:00-8:30pm
with Elsy

Why Do Haitians Eat Pumpkin Soup (Soup Joumou)?

Soup Joumou is much more than a delicious Haitian pumpkin soup. It is a powerful symbol of freedom.

During the colonial era in Saint-Domingue, now Haiti, enslaved Haitians prepared elaborate foods for their French colonizers while living under a brutal system of slavery that denied them freedom and dignity. Soup Joumou was one of the dishes the slaves were not permitted to enjoy.

After Haitians defeated the French and declared their independence in 1804, this pumpkin soup (Soup Joumou) became a symbol of their newly won freedom. Today, Haitians around the world continue the tradition of eating Soup Joumou on January 1st to celebrate Haiti’s Independence Day and honor the courage, resilience, and freedom of their ancestors.

In this hands-on class, we’ll explore the history and cultural significance of Soup Joumou while learning different ways to prepare this delicious Haitian soup.

We’ll also make French baguette and Haitian bread from scratch to enjoy alongside our Soup Joumou.

• Students may choose to use beef in their Soup Joumou or keep it vegan.

• Registration for this class will close on Wednesday, November 4 at 6pm, so we have time to shop for ingredients and prep class materials.

Please view our FAQs before registering.

Trails End Boys feat Jason (JT) Thomas, Marty Henninger, Jim Solberg, Drew Baird

Monday, November 2, 2026
6:00-9:00pm
with Katie

Fine-tuning your skills with a kitchen knife can greatly improve the cooking experience. Join us for this hands-on class and learn the reasons for various knife styles, how to care for and handle your knife, proper kitchen posture, how to best execute specific cuts, the basics of honing and sharpening, and more. Bring your own knife from home (if you’re able) and learn how to make your tools work for you!

• The materials for this class session are all vegan-friendly, nut-free and gluten-free.

• Registration for this class will close on Saturday, October 31 at 5pm, so we have time to shop for ingredients and prep class materials.

Please view our FAQs before registering.

Join us at Natalie’s Estate Winery for the second stop in our Around the World Appetizer Cooking Series!

Spend a relaxed Sunday afternoon cooking, sipping, and dining as Amy Civica, The Kitchen Fairy, guides you through preparing three delicious Argentinian-inspired appetizers.

ON THE MENU

Provoleta
Warm, grilled provolone seasoned with oregano, garlic, chile, and fresh herbs, served with crusty bread. Paired with this appetizer is the 2024 Whole Cluster Pinot Noir.

Argentine Beef Empanadas
Handmade golden pastries filled with seasoned beef, onions, peppers, olives, and traditional Argentine spices. Paired with this appetizer is the 2023 "Elephant Mountain" Syrah.

Chimichurri with Meat
Savory grilled meat served with Argentina’s classic fresh and vibrant chimichurri sauce. Paired with this appetizer is the 2022 Meritage.

COOK, TASTE & SIP

After cooking, sit back and enjoy the appetizers you've created, each thoughtfully paired with handcrafted Natalie’s Estate wines.

Discover how the right wine pairing can enhance and transform the flavors of each dish while you cook, taste, sip, and dine!

A GIFT FOR YOU!

Attend any 2 classes of our Around the World Appetizer Cooking Series and receive 1 complimentary bottle of Natalie's Estate wine featured in the class.
Additional upcoming classes are foods from Morocco and France.

EVENT DETAILS

Sunday, November 15, 2026
2:00 PM–4:30 PM

Natalie’s Estate Winery
16825 NE Chehalem Dr.
Newberg, OR 97132

$79 Cellar Club Members
$89 General Admission
Please book early as the seats are limited! Thank you!

The holidays may still be a few weeks away, but the best baking traditions are worth starting early! If you fill tins with homemade cookies, love bringing something sweet to a holiday gathering, or dream of giving beautiful gifts from your own kitchen, this class is for you.

A trio will play the first set. There will be a sign-up sheet with 10 tunes picked out, as well as openings for songs of choice and originals. Not just a jazz jam. Any genre, style and flavors welcome. Please be respectful and wear a mask when not drinking, eating or playing a horn. There will be a PA set with 2 mics, Keys with an amp, a guitar amp, a bass with an amp, Drums, and 2 DI boxes. Bring your sticks, instrument, instrument cable, or anything less than the keys and drums.

The Oregon Oldtime Fiddlers‘ Association (OOTFA) is a nonprofit organization with representation across the nation. As our motto states, the organization is dedicated to the perpetuation and promotion of oldtime music. Oldtime music is loosely defined as that played on traditional instruments dating from the first half of the 20th century. Many of the tunes we play date from the 18th century and even earlier.

Join Chef Zach for an evening of crafting Chapathi and Paratha, two beloved traditional Indian flatbreads. These unleavened breads are flaky, buttery, and perfect for pairing with curries, dipping into hot chai, or even enjoying as a meal on their own when filled. In this class, we'll learn to make a single dough and transform it into both chapathi and paratha, with the paratha filled with flavorful curried potatoes. Dipping sauces covered too!

What to expect:

• Class will include all instruction, tools, recipes and ingredients.

• There will be some demo, and some time for hands-on cooking.

• Wine & beer available for purchase during class.

• Our breads will contain wheat flour, oil, butte and chili. Please inquire before registering if you are unsure if this class will be a good match for your dietary needs.

About our Instructor:

Zach Goldman came up in New York City kitchens, working from dishwasher to chef. Looking for more out of life, he sold everything and wandered the US on a motorcycle. He landed in Portland - because it's wonderful - and he likes foraging for Oregon Chanterelle mushrooms. Besides cooking at Cookshop, he teaches private cooking lessons, consults on home kitchen renovations, and works in wineries in the Willamette Valley. He lives in Northeast with his partner, Kayleigh, and their cat, Bren.

Sunday Open Jam – Music, Games & Good Vibes! JAM WITH US! Every Sunday from 8 PM - Midnight, the stage is yours! Whether you're a seasoned musician or just love to vibe, grab an instrument and join the magic. Beyond the Music – Challenge your friends to a game of ping pong, dive into some fun games, and soak in the best Sunday night energy in town! 21+ with valid ID – Come for the music, stay for the vibes! No cover, just good people, great tunes, and an unforgettable night. See you there! *************************************************************************************************************** Questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page!

Cheesy Onion Bread, Mac & Cheese, Cheese Fondue, Broccoli Cheddar Soup

• Sun, Nov 22 2026, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Availability: 7 in stock

$50.00

Availability: 7 in stock

18 years of tradition, Froggy's Blues Jam—also known as the Church of Eternal Suds—continues to be Oregon's longest-running blues jam. Always check with venue t

Tired of eating sad desk lunches and pretending instant noodles are “a vibe”? Join Chef Jimmy for “Learn Sushi-Making Basics”, a hands-on cooking class through Classpop! where you’ll learn how to make something delicious without Googling “easy dinner ideas” mid-meltdown.

What’s Included:

• A fun, hands-on 2-hour cooking class led by a talented local chef.
• An authentic experience hosted at a local public brewery, distillery, craft beer bar or wine bar.
• All ingredients and cooking tools provided.
• Expert instruction, tips and chef secrets you’ll use daily.
• A full meal you cooked yourself (yes, you!)
• A recipe you’ll want to brag about in the group chat.

What to Expect:

• Step-by-step guidance from a talented chef who makes it make sense.
• A fun, beginner-friendly class where no one judges your knife skills.
• Tasting, laughing and leveling up your kitchen game.
• Ideal for: a solo outing, date night, girls’ night or group fun.

What to Know Before You Go

• Comfortable, casual clothing is recommended for this hands-on experience.
• 21 + years old to attend the class.
• ⏰ Please arrive at the venue at least 10 minutes before your scheduled session. Upon arrival, check in with the host or staff at the entrance and mention that you're attending the event.
• Enjoy a selection of beverages available for purchase on-site.

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Loved every minute of it. Jimmy went over every step clearly and answered everyone’s questions. The food was very tasty! Thank you again.

Cheryl ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Chef Jimmy did a great job with our class. He answered all our questions and it was a fun time.

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An excellent class all around. Chef Jimmy was prepared and led us through the steps giving valuable tips along the way. All in all an enjoyable afternoon.

Whether you’re in it for date night, a fun night out with friends or just here to finally learn how to cook something that’s not dry, this cooking class is the perfect fit!

Book now!

For additional information and dates visit Learn Sushi-Making Basics

Bobby Vega

Tomorrow's Verse | Portland, Oregon

Some of the best nights of music never make the posters.

They're the nights where someone texts a friend, "You should get down here."

Some nights are about who's on the bill.

These aren't.

That's what Bobby Vega is bringing to Tomorrow's Verse

Bobby will be there. That's all we're telling you.

Who else shows up? You'll have to find out the old-fashioned way—by being there.

These aren't showcase gigs or carefully packaged performances. They're community hangs. They're the kind of nights where incredible players call tunes, trade ideas, take chances, and remind everyone why live music still matters. Some names you'll recognize immediately. Others you'll discover for the first time. Every one of them belongs in the room.

No announcements. No lineup drops. No chasing likes.

The only way to find out who's sitting in is to walk through the door.

Portland has always had these pockets where the scene comes alive—not because somebody marketed it, but because people knew it was worth showing up for. Third Thursdays are built in that tradition.

Bring your friends. Grab a drink. Meet some new people.

This is a sliding scale event $5-$20. Kindly pay what you can afford in the tip jar. We also take venmo.

To help preserve the spirit of these gatherings, we ask that there be no audio or video recording and no photography during the performances.

When the time is right, we'll share thoughtfully curated moments from these evenings ourselves.

Thank you for being present and helping make these nights special.

No covers, no originals. All congregants welcome. Music made in the Jam Gods' image 🎶

Each month, embark on a journey where you showcase your talents. Whether you are a singer/songwriter, a poet, or a solo instrumentalist, here's your opportunity to shine on the stage. Feel free to start a jam as well. The stage is yours.

Get ready to take the stage, cheer on local creatives, and soak up an unforgettable evening of art, music, poetry, and community. The space into a vibrant hub of expression with a monthly Open Mic Night—and you’re invited. Whether you’re an experienced performer or just itching to share something new, the mic is yours. Singers, songwriters, poets, instrumentalists, comedians, storytellers, and more—everyone is welcome to sign up for a chance to shine. Sign-ups begin at 6:00 p.m., and the show kicks off around 6:30 p.m. with short (~10 min) performance slots.

Hosted by Joshua Bennett. All ages, all abilities welcome—bring friends, family, and neighbors.

Whether you’re strumming your guitar, reciting your latest poem, sharing a story, or simply enjoying the show from the crowd, this night is about connection, performance, and inspiration.

Join Middleground Farms for a festive evening on the farm as they celebrate the art of holiday entertaining with an inspired collection of beautiful, delicious appetizers. They’ll share the secrets to creating impressive little bites, balancing bold flavors and adding those special finishing touches that make party food feel extraordinary. Along the way, you’ll explore clever make-ahead strategies, easy entertaining shortcuts and a few chef techniques that will have you feeling like a pro at your next gathering.

Come jam with us in The Riff. House drums, bring breakables if you prefer. Some instruments and amps are available but it's preferred if you bring your own. Learn, teach, jam, improvise.... it's called The Riff intentionally. :)

Every Tuesday, something pretty special happens at Tomorrow's Verse Taproom. Musicians pull up a chair, listeners grab a pint, and for a couple of hours the room turns into the kind of community space that's getting harder and harder to find. No stage, no spotlight, no barriers—just people sharing songs, stories, and a love of live music.

Whether you play, listen, or just enjoy being around good people, Bluegrass and Brews is a place to connect. Discover your new favorite musician, catch up with neighbors, and support a group of local pickers who keep traditional music alive, one tune at a time.

Pull up a chair. Order a pint. Stay awhile. The music's better when the room (or courtyard) is full.

Join Chef Fabi for a fun and hands on Empanada Class. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this in-person class is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the art of making delicious empanadas. Chef Fabi will guide you with a step-by-step hands on process of preparing the dough, making the filling and salsa, and folding these mouthwatering treats. Become a pro and share these treats with your friends and family!

What to expect:

• Class will include all instruction, tools, recipes and ingredients.

• There will be some demo, and lots of time for hands-on cooking.

• Sampling what you made at the end of class or taking home leftovers. Be sure to bring tupperware!

• This class is dairy free friendly and gluten free friendly.

• Wine and beer available for purchase during class.

• Please purchase a ticket for each person attending. Kids 12 and up are welcome to attend with an adult.

About our Instructor:

Chef Fabi has been teaching cooking classes for over 10 years in the Portland area and calls Cookshop in SE home. She attended culinary school 12 years ago and has worked in many kitchens since but found her love of being a cooking instructor along the way. She studied a variety of savory and sweet cuisines while in culinary school, including Asian cuisine and baking and pastry! Chef Fabi was born in Mexico to a Mexican and Spanish family and learned how to cook from her Mama, Fabiola. She now shares her families recipes in all of her cooking classes with you!

Experience the spirit of Bake-Off without the pressure! Spark your creativity, expand your knowledge of classic desserts and craft your own signature recipe. Practice baking between classes. Great for home bakers.

Laminated dough includes many pastry shop favorites: croissants, danish, and puff pastry. In this class, we’ll focus on the items from the first two categories, making yeasted, layered, delicious baked goods that always seem daunting to the average home cook. Learn to all the fundamentals to creating these amazing pastries at home!

What to expect:

• Class includes all ingredients, recipes, tools and instruction.

• Instruction via some demo and some hands-on cooking.

• Our recipes will include wheat flour, dairy, sugar, and eggs.

• Plenty of sampling, plus recipes to take home.

About our Instructor

A San Francisco native who has lived in Oregon since 2010, Luca Ponti has been helping in the kitchen since he could talk. He started cooking professionally at Veritable Quandary, a quintessential Portland restaurant, where he developed his skills ranging from osso buco to pastry. He later became Lead Baker and Kitchen Manager at Sweedeedee in North Portland. where he became known for his exuberant energy, creativity, and the best pie in the state of Oregon, according to People Magazine. He is now the owner & creator of SquirrelmealsPDX: an at-home private chef experience!

Uilleann piper Preston Howard Wilde leads an Irish piping session - it’s a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon, all ages, 2-4 pm. Mar 16 - pre-empted by St. Patrick‘s Day Celebration. Irish piping tunes can be heard on Mar 17 (Mon) from 11 am to 1 pm.

Join us at Migration Brewing for swing jazz and dancing.

****PLEASE NOTE**** This month’s jazz jam is on the 3rd Sunday of the month to avoid overlapping with Tracktown Throwdown happening in Eugene the second weekend of the month.

There is no cover for this event, but please purchase food and drink to show appreciation to the venue for hosting us.

No partner needed! All ages welcome!

The jazz jam is open to everyone and highlights swing-era jazz. If you're a musician and you'd like to participate, bring your instrument! We hire a house band and bring a piano, a small sound setup, and fake books.

For more information, click here.

Compartiremos nuestras recetas favoritas y hablaremos sobre la historia del maíz en las culturas indígenas de América, así como los beneficios para la salud del método tradicional de procesamiento del maíz, la nixtimalización. Este evento es de cupo limitado y requiere inscripción previa. La inscripción se abre el 10/24 a las 10:00 am.

Led by Joe Offer, new Zoom link posted every week, just before doors open: https://mudcat.org/thread.cfm?threadid=168014&messages=37.

Learn practical pressure canning for meat and poultry in a hands-on class that makes meal planning easier with shelf-stable options. Participants gain the science and skills to safely preserve low-acid foods using research-based methods. The class covers essential equipment and reliable recipe resources, and includes a take-home jar of canned chicken made during the class. Examples of what pressure canning can preserve include chicken, meat, broth, and seafood such as tuna and salmon. The fee is $30 per person, or $50 for two people sharing take-home resources.

Join us the 1st Wednesday of every month. Bring an acoustic instrument, hand percussion, or your voice & come jam along.

More info on our Lessons & More page.

Pre-registration not required, but we’d love to know ahead of time if you’re planning to come & what you’re planning to play.

Sign up here.

Experience the bold flavors and timeless traditions of Middle Eastern cooking in this hands-on class. We'll start with smoky baba ganoush, a creamy roasted eggplant dip that's perfect for scooping up with fresh pita. Next, you'll prepare juicy, seared kafta seasoned with warm spices, and finish the evening with basbousa, a tender semolina cake soaked in fragrant citrus syrup.

Filled with vibrant herbs, warm spices, and fresh ingredients, this class is a delicious introduction to some of the region's most beloved dishes. Whether you're new to Middle Eastern cooking or looking to add fresh inspiration to your kitchen, you'll leave with recipes you'll want to make again and again.

Menu:

• Baba Ganoush

• Grilled Kafta with Tahini Sauce

• Basbousa (Semolina Cake with Citrus Syrup)

What to expect:

• Class will include all instruction, tools, recipes, and ingredients.

• There will be demo & hands-on cooking and instruction.

• Class will end with everyone enjoying their dish together (bring a container to take your left-overs).

• Our meal includes eggplant, beef, alliums, wheattomato, wheat, alliums, and dairy. Please contact us BEFORE registering if these items may be an issue.

• Beer & wine available for purchase.

• You will leave class with some new knowledge on cooking with the seasons and a new recipes to add to your cookbook!

About out Instructor:

Chef Marco is a New Jersey native and moved to Oregon in 2018. His father was a chef and culinary instructor at the Culinary Institute of America which meant Marco grew up in kitchens; cooking alongside him and learning everything he knows. He worked his way through the ranks in New York restaurants becoming versed in many cuisines. They opened and ran a restaurant together in NJ for several years before Marco went on to get his degree in agriculture. He’s passionate about food systems and worked on several farms in the Hood River area as well as in several restaurants in the Portland area including Cafe Olli. His farming background aids him in cooking with the seasons and he specializes in Italian food.

Rock out at the Open Musician's Jam. Join these jam sessions, where music meets fun and friends meet rock 'n roll. It's gonna be a blast. Bring your instruments, your voice, and your A-game.

• Gear Galore: Pianos, electric/acoustic guitars, tube amps, bass (4 or 5 string), drum set, ukulele, ready for you. Plus, extra mics for singers and whatever else you want to bring.
• Covers welcome: Bring your band, or team up with fellow jammers. There are often lots of blues, rock, pop, and funk, plus a load of awesome covers from all decades, especially the '90s. This is a jam of any genre, tends to be rock/soul/bluesy pop/fusion/jazzy funk, but whatever you play, that's what it'll be.
• Game On: Ping Pong tables and arcade machines for friendly competition.
• No Limits: Bring your musical mojo, and get wild. Whether you're a pro or just here for the good times, it's all about the music and the good vibes.

This venue is 21+

The session begins at 8PM every Tuesday with an hour of jazz from a rotating house band led by Portland based band leader and trumpet player, Pablo Rivarola. The last two hours of the session will be a curated jazz jam featuring some of Portland’s best young jazz musicians.

Join us every Tuesday night at your favorite mid-century lounge for some of Portland’s best jazz. No cover charge and happy hour prices all night long!

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, what better time to up your pie making game! Join Luca Ponti as he walks us through his go-to pie dough and shares all the tips needed to make delicious desserts for Thanksgiving and beyond. We’ll cover three delicious pies to add to your holiday repertoire.

What to expect:

• Pie instruction including demo on fillings, assembly of pie.

• Some hands-on time with pie dough.

• Pie sampling, plus recipes to take home.

• Each student will take home a shaped pie crust to finish filling and baking at home!

About our Instructor

A San Francisco native who has lived in Oregon since 2010, Luca Ponti has been helping in the kitchen since he could talk. He started cooking professionally at Veritable Quandary, a quintessential Portland restaurant, where he developed his skills ranging from osso buco to pastry. He later became Lead Baker and Kitchen Manager at Sweedeedee in North Portland. where he became known for his exuberant energy, creativity, and the best pie in the state of Oregon, according to People Magazine. He is now the owner & creator of SquirrelmealsPDX: an at-home private chef experience!

Join the conversation and find new books to read with a bit of flavor! We will be reading books together and then have a cooking activity that ties in with our title.

For ages 5–9

McMenamins and the White Eagle proudly present a weekly Monday night Blues Jam hosted by Portland Bluesmen, Chad Rupp and the Sugar Roots! Please Join us for our weekly blues jam session at The Sugar Roots Blues Jam every Monday in this legendary Portland venue!

Are you intimidated by what most people believe is the food holiday of the year? Or are you looking for new ideas and to shake up the old standbys? The Kitchen at Middleground Farms will be doing a big practice round for the upcoming holiday. You’ll walk away with the confidence you need to plan, time and execute a delicious holiday meal. There will be a big feast at the farm table to end the day.

Pivot Studio at The Village Ballroom square dance & open old time jam, $15 single ticket/ $30 family ticket, all ages, single dancers and first-timers welcome and encouraged! Nov 13 (Fri): 6-7 pm - old time jam in the lounge 7-9 pm - square dance with Caroline Oakley calling & Old Time High More dances to come - Jan 22 (Fri): Feb 19 (Fri): Mar 12 (Fri): Thanks to Bubbaville for co-producing this event with Pivot PDX.

Join us for a cozy afternoon at Lenné Estate Winery as part of our Winery Workshop Series! Enjoy a glass of Lenné Estate wine while learning the art of creating a beautiful, bakery-worthy pie.

We'll guide you through simple techniques for making decorative pie crusts using methods such as molds and cookie cutters before you assemble your own pie to take home and bake. Whether you're an experienced baker or trying pie decorating for the first time, this hands-on class is the perfect way to sip, create, and celebrate the flavors of the season.

This is a reservation only class, so please book early and reserve your pie flavor.

Your ticket includes:

• One glass of Lenné Estate wine
• All pie decorating supplies and ingredients
• A prepared pie to decorate and take home to bake
• Step-by-step instruction and decorating tips

Workshop limited to 15 people.

The Winery Workshop Series is a ticketed event meant to celebrate the season and is different from our standard wine tastings. Minors are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Class sizes are limited, so reserve your spot early!

Tickets are available through our Tock page; Lenné club members please contact us directly to get your discounted price.

Rock out at our Open Musician's Jam! Join us for our jam sessions, where music meets fun and friends meet rock 'n roll! It's gonna be a blast, and here's what's in store: Gear Galore: Pianos, electric/acoustic guitars, tube amps, bass (4 or 5 string), drum set, ukulele – we've got 'em ready for you! Plus, extra mics for singers and whatever else you want to bring. Covers welcome: Bring your band, or team up with fellow jammers. We often get lots of blues, rock, pop, funk, and a load of awesome covers from all decades, but especially 90's. Let's make some noise!Game On: We've got Ping Pong tables and arcade machines for friendly competition. No Limits: Bring your musical mojo, and let's get wild! Whether you're a pro or just here for the good times, it's all about the music and the good vibes. Admission: FREE, 'cause we're all about the music! Bring your instruments, your voice, and your A-game. Let's jam like there's no tomorrow! We'll see you there, ready to turn up the volume! This venue is 21+ *************************************************************************************************************** Questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page!

Join Nikki Arcé, of Camellia Vegan Patisserie, for an evening learning how to make French Macarons! These iconic cookies are naturally gluten free, light and airy, and in this class, they will also be egg & dairy free! Nikki will teach you all the tricks to a successful vegan macaron, and create several different flavor combos.

What to Expect:

• Registration fee includes all materials, ingredients, instruction and equipment.

• Students will work in small groups, with each student taking home a box of macarons at the end of class.

• Items made are gluten free, but we will include sugar, chickpeas, and almonds.

About our Instructor:

Nikki Arce is on a mission to elevate vegan pastries! After undergrad and graduate studies in Nutritional Science, Nikki has also studied pastry in culinary school, and recently copleted the Plant Based Pâtisserie diploma at Le Cordon Bleu London.

In May 2022, Nikki founded Camellia Patisserie, “Tea Pastry” in Latin, in efforts to bridge a new found love of pastry arts and tea culture. Camellia Pistrina, utilizes French pastry techniques with Asian flavors mixed with Pacific Northwest ingredients.

About a month ago, we lost our beloved fellow musician Jere Hudson. Jere was a true light in every gathering, and he will be sorely missed. We are planning a jam in his honor, where we will play some of his favorite tunes. Cajun, old-time, bluegrass, folk, Irish: anything goes. All are welcome. Also please note that we need to buy any alcohol at the venue.

Portland Country Dance Community (PCDC) sponsors a contra slow jam on the 1st and 3rd Mondays from 7-9 PM in the community room at McMenamins Kennedy School, 5736 NE 33rd Ave, Portland, OR 97211. The events are free and open to all acoustic musicians, whether you play by dots or by ear. The contra jam plays tunes from the Portland Collection and the waltz books edited by Bill Matthiesen. If you don’t have the books, we’re happy to share. Come make music with us!! Questions: Email Kathy Story, PCDC President at board-chair(*at*)portlandcountrydance.org

Join Leta Merrill, chef and pasta maker extraordinaire, for an evening of mixing, rolling, shaping and eating delicious pasta! At this class, we’ll be making an egg pasta dough from scratch. We will talk about different types of pasta doughs, cover info on sourcing the best ingredients, and get plenty of hands-on time to shape. We’ll work on shapes like fettucini, farfalle, garganelli, and more.

What to expect:

• Class will include all instruction, tools, recipes and ingredients.

• Our dough will contain wheat flour and eggs. Our sauce may include dairy. Please contact us before registering if you have an allergy or intolerance to these ingredients.

• There will be some demo, and lots of time for hands-on pasta shaping.

• Wine, beer, and kombucha available for purchase.

• Class will end with samples of pasta, and each participant will leave with a box of the pasta they made during class.

About our instructor:

Leta Merrill is a chef, mother, teacher, and pastaia. She discovered her love of pasta as a child over Sunday suppers at her Sicilian great-grandmother’s home. She decided to follow her passion for food and cooking and enrolled at the Oregon Culinary Institute. Upon graduating, she took a job as pasta cook at Union Square Cafe in New York, one of the city’s most popular restaurants. There, she honed her skills, grew a thicker skin, and continued her passion for pasta. Leta now lives in Portland, and spends her time cooking, eating, traveling, teaching pasta workshops, and preparing pasta from her designer kitchen. You can follow her work, sign up for workshops, and order custom pasta via her website and follow her adventures in pasta on Instagram @pastamaia.