November 2026 Check-In's

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For Just a Few Minutes, We Stopped By
Cliff's Tavern, Vancouver, Washington
Shelli Tucker, Barbara & Me
Sunday, November 1, 2026

On Sunday and Monday, Cliff's Tavern offers BOGO on Pizza: Buy one and get one free. I guess this proved to be too popular and they had run out of pizza dough by the time we arrived. This is what we were going to have for dinner, so decided we had to go somewhere else to have dinner. We decided to not stay and instead go to M&M Lounge. The above photo was from last night's Halloween Event and was posted to Cliff's Tavern Facebook Page.

Fun Jam Every Sunday 8-11 PM At
M&M Restaurants & Lounge, Gresham, Oregon
Shelli Tucker, Barbara & Me
Sunday, November 1, 2026

Enoying the New Monthly Wine Flights, Free To Wine Club Members,
Dinner, Live Music and a View Of The Columbia River At
Maryhill Winery, Vancouver Waterfront, Washington
Monday, November 2, 2026

Tuesday Karaoke and Dinner At
Cliff's Tavern, Vancouver, Washington
Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Christopher Brown Quartet At
The 1905, Portland, Oregon
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 8:30 PM

John Nastos (Sax); Greg Goebel (Piano); Garrett Baxter (Bass); Christopher Brown (Drums).

Christopher Brown is an acclaimed musician, composer, bandleader, and educator who seeks to be a voice within the advocacy of Jazz and American culture. And through the expansive range of groups that he has assembled and/or performed with, which range from duos to large ensembles across a spectrum of genres, his musical and personal experiences have led him towards an interest in synthesizing the principles of Jazz with the broader concerns of life. So given that music influences culture, and culture influences businesses--which in turn shape the global market economy we all participate in-is why he likes to say "we're all in the people business. No people, no business."

The Ben Wolfe Trio with Nicole Glover and Ron Steen
The 1905, Portland, Oregon
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 8:30 PM

Ben Wolfe - bass, Nicole Glover - saxophone, Ron Steen - drums

We are thrilled to welcome home two of Portland's favored jazz musicians; acclaimed bassist, Ben Wolfe and renowned saxophonist, Nicole Glover. The two will be joined by beloved local jazz legend, Ron Steen for a homecoming show you won't want to miss! Wolfe has performed and recorded with some of the most celebrated names in jazz and popular music, including Harry Connick Jr., Diana Krall, Wynton Marsalis, and many others. A respected player, composer and Julliard educator, Ben is one of today's most accomplished jazz bassists. Wolfe brings an extraordinary depth of experience, musicianship, and creativity to the stage.

Joining him is Nicole Glover, whose powerful, adventurous saxophone playing has made her one of the most exciting voices in contemporary jazz. Nicole is a saxophonist, bandleader, composer, and educator based in New York City. In 2026, Nicole was awarded "Up and Coming Musician of the Year" by the Jazz Journalists Association and #1 Rising Star Tenor Saxophonist & #1 Rising Star Soprano Saxophonist by Downbeat Magazine. Nicole is also a sought-after collaborator. She is currently touring with groups led by Christian McBride and Renee Rosnes, including the multi-award winning ARTEMIS. She has also toured and recorded with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Additionally, Nicole has worked under the leadership of drummers Al Foster, Billy Hart, Lenny White, Victor Lewis, Kenny Washington, Carl Allen, Gregory Hutchinson, and Joe Farnsworth; Grammy-winning vocalists Dee Dee Bridgewater and Buika; bassists John Patitucci, Reggie Workman, Harish Raghavan, Ben Wolfe, and Or Bareket; vibraphonist Joel Ross; and pianists Bill Charlap, Geoffrey Keezer, Aaron Diehl, Luis Perdomo, Christian Sands, Micah Thomas, and George Colligan, among others.

Alongside these two will be Portland's hometown favorite, Ron Steen, whose decades of contribution to the city's jazz scene have earned him legendary status. Drummer, bandleader, Ron is known as the Godfather of the Jazz Jam scene in Portland, Oregon. Writes the JJA's Rick Mitchell: "The jam session is at the heart of the jazz tradition. While high school and college jazz programs have proliferated in recent decades, there is no substitute for the knowledge gained by sharing a bandstand with one's elders and peers in an exposed and competitive setting." Ron has built and nurtured that philosophy in Portland for decades.

Three exceptional musicians. Two shows. One unforgettable night of jazz. Don't miss this special 1905 performance!

Fenix Rising Band At
The Blue Diamond, Portland, Oregon
Thursday, November 5, 2026

Flight to Southern California
To Attend Scottiey's Celebration Of Life
Friday thorugh Sunday, November 6 - 8, 2026

We flew from our Vancouver Home to Southern California just for the weekend to attend the Scottiey Celebration Of Life Event. I took a photo of where we parked our car in the Portland PDX Airport Garage so that we can find it when we return.

Dinner with Scottiey's Brother Erik and his wife Mariana At
Pomona Valley Mining Company, Pomona, California
Friday, November 7, 2026

Ragdoll Classic Rock Cover Band At
The Fling Cocktail Lounge, Santa Ana, California
Friday, June 6, 2026

Ragdoll Classic Rock Cover Band At
The Fling Cocktail Lounge, Santa Ana, California
Saturday, June 7, 2026

UPCOMING:

Keith Brown Quartet At
The 1905, Portland, Oregon
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8:30 PM

Keith Brown: Piano/Keys; Corcoran Holt: Bass; Paul Krueger: Trumpet; Chris Brown: Drums.

Keith L. Brown is a distinguished pianist, composer, and educator, widely regarded as one of the most sought-after musicians in contemporary jazz. Rooted in R&B, Funk, Classical, Jazz, and Hip-Hop, his compositions and piano style seamlessly blend these influences, showcasing both deep tradition and modern innovation. With an exceptional command of jazz's rich language, Brown transitions effortlessly between hard swing, funk, and free improvisation-all while maintaining a distinctive artistic voice. Born in Memphis, TN, and raised in Knoxville, TN, Brown began playing piano seriously at 18 and quickly established himself as a formidable force in jazz. He currently tours as the pianist for Grammy-nominated saxophonist and 2023 NEA Jazz Masters Fellowship recipient Kenny Garrett. His extensive collaborations include performances with Stefon Harris, Jazzmeia Horn, George Coleman, Greg Tardy, Camille Thurman, Terreon Gully, Willie Jones III, Endea Owens, Charles Tolliver, Buster Williams, Lenny White, Steve Turre, John Clayton, and many more-captivating audiences worldwide. As a respected bandleader, Brown has headlined renowned venues and international jazz festivals, including the Jazz en Tete Festival in Clermont-Ferrand and Sunset Jazz Club. To date, he has released three full-length albums as a leader, with his latest project, Keith Brown Trio: African Ripples, earning four stars in Downbeat Magazine.

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