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➢  Friday Oct 17 (and every second and third Friday) at 6:30 pm at the Twisp River Tap House - Open Mic Jam - Join Methow Valley’s expansive talent pool as they take to the Tap House stage to meld guitar riffs to sweet flute notes- bass & keys, vocals to harmonica & every instrument imaginable in between. Hosted by Gregg Hardy. In-house equipment includes piano, drum kit, cajon, tambourine, PA/Yamaha powered speakers, JBL monitors,16 channel mixer, Shure mics (vocal/eq/wireless headset) mic stands, & stage lighting. Free

➢  Friday Oct 17, 6 pm at Meza - Lucian Waters (aka Nate Hirsch) - Hometown kid returns to perform at this great venue.  No cover.

➢  Saturday October 18, 7pm at the Twisp Valley Grange - Casey Neill - Portland-based singer-songwriter Casey Neill, known for his eclectic blend of folk, punk, Celtic and Americana stylings, will present a concert of original material to inspire, engage and gather folks together.  The following day, October 19th, Neill will offer a songwriting workshop for the community at 1pm in Room #3 of the Methow Valley Community Center.  A prolific songwriter and road warrior since the late 1990s, Neill tours throughout the USA, Japan, and Europe performing at venues such as Town Hall in New York, Bumbershoot in Seattle, and the famed Newport Folk Festival.  Appleseed Recordings, a label out of Pennsylvania, put Casey on a Pete Seeger tribute album (along with artists Bruce Springsteen, Ani DiFranco and others) and the label released his self-titled 1998 debut. American roots and Scots/Irish-folk influences have often underscored his songwriting and solo material. His latest album, Sending Up Flares also hints at a European influence, with songs that channel everything from the cinematic sweep of golden-era U2 to the dark, complex alt-rock of PJ Harvey.  Presented by Cascadia Music. Suggested donation $20 for each event. Email Katya with any questions.   And check out https://www.caseyneill.com/

➢  CANCELLED Sunday Oct 19 at the Twisp River Tap House - Terry Hunt

➢  Tuesday October 21, 5:30-8:30pm at the Mazama Public House, MPH, as part of the Tuesday Night Music Series - The Love Grubs - Elise Dahlberg and Brian Hassler, aka, The Love Grubs, are a loving musical duo with a unique synergy and an eclectic collection of originally composed material. Using keyboard, guitar, and vocal harmonies, they sing/play contemporary folk/rock/pop written from the heart. No cover - tips appreciated.

➢   Thurs Oct 23, 7pm at the Twisp River Tap House - GLEM - Methow Valley's original rocker Glem (Neil Gynther) performing a special Thursday night show at the Taphouse, debuting their August 2025 album. Glem's lyrics are perfectly melded to auditory perfection with songwriting that resonates to valley life. Featuring Neil Gynther on lead vocals, guitar & bass; Angus Brookes on guitar/vocals, Sylvie Henry on bass guitar, & Loren Boley on drums/vocals. https://youtu.be/shthpGY9lyc?si=UUoiSG8UFFewqySD to hear the debut album released August 2025. Suggested cover $3, & 1 beverage minimum purchase required.  All ages welcomed & earplugs suggested.

➢  October 24 and 25 - Winthrop Folk and Roots Festival - It's the first annual Winthrop Folk & Roots Festival, a reimagining of previous years’ Winthrop Cidergrass Festival. The music will be from the valley and beyond. Headliners are Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms Country Band and Eli West.   Other performers are Skillethead, Under the Rocks, Omak Creek, The Lottie Doddies, Kian Dye, and Thunder Ridge. Tickets and info at folknroots.com

➢  ​Sat Oct 25, 6:30 pm at the Twisp River Tap House - Karaoke - Come sing your heart out with the infamous KJ April Peterson & our other amazing regular talent! The earlier you come, the more you get to sing! Featuring the tap house’s professional in-house sound equipment, dedicated monitors & access to an over 30,000 licensed songs catalog. No charge w/purchase.  

➢  Monday October 27, 5pm at Casia Lodge & Ranch - Monday Melodies - celebrate the arts and support the Methow Valley Chamber Music Festival. The evening begins at 5:00 pm with a no-host cocktail hour and appetizers. At 6:00 pm, delight in a three-course dinner crafted by Chef Jason Wilson, showcasing seasonal flavors of the Methow Valley, all while enjoying live music from talented musicians, including Michael Brady and Kevin Krentz, amidst stunning views. Guests are also invited to take part in our mystery silent auction — a lively twist on the classic auction where each item is described only by its estimated value and a few playful hints! Proceeds go to support the Methow Valley Chamber Music Festival, helping to sustain this treasured program for years to come. Tickets $150, click here.

➢  Friday October 31, 7pm at the Twisp River Tap House - Zonky for Halloween! - A Cove soup can drive and Halloween Dance costume party.  Cash prizes! With soup donation $7, without $10.  

➢  Saturday November 1, 7-9:30pm at the Twisp Valley Grange - Square Dance w/ The Paradise Drifters - Back by popular demand this wonderful old time string band from Seattle.  Calling the dance will be Alex MacLeod - Best square dance caller in the Northwest. Family friendly fun on the best dance floor in Okanogan County.  (No experience necessary)  Get square with the world on Nov. 1st.  Be Square, Be There!!  $15 at the door , under 18 free.

➢  Saturday November 1, 7 pm at Sun Mountain Lodge - Beth and Steve Wood - The Ease Cancer Foundation  is hosting this event and gladly opening it up to the local community.  Beth and Steve have a remarkable musical history, including working with the likes of Kenny Loggins, Jackson Browne and others and released several albums. Steve became the most awarded IMAX documentary film composer, working with George Harrison, Sting (2 Oscar nominations), Crosby, Stills and Nash, Queen, Paul McCartney, Dave Matthews Band and many others.  Steve’s recently released album, “Junk Drawer” was #1 on Roots Music Report’s Folk Rock Album Chart. The event is free; however, they are asking for donations to support the Ease Cancer Foundation. 

➢   Tuesday Nov 4, 5:30-8:30 at the Mazama Public House - Jazz Train - the valley's hottest jazz quartet features a wide range of styles, from bebop, Afre-Cuban, fusion, and ballads.  Members are Kirk Schumacher, drums; David Nolet, upright bass; Marcus Duke, keyboards; and George Schneider, flute.  No cover.