Storytelling that gives back to the Columbia River Gorge community
We’re building a more open-minded community through the practice of sharing stories and supporting local nonprofits.
Next event: Wednesday, January 8th, theme of “Turning the Page.” (Note 1-week delay due to New Year’s Day)
Come to share a story or sit back and listen. Inside at The Ruins, 13 Railroad St., Hood River. Doors open at 6pm, Stories start at 7pm.
Click here to sign up to share a story!
January SPECIAL EVENTS in partnership with pro comedian-storyteller Jon Bennett:
BONUS! Storyteller Ezra Holmlund is sharing 9 stories that add up to 1 mega story this season! Missed a chapter?
Join us for a monthly storytelling NIGHT in Hood River that strengthens the community.
Story-centered events that support local nonprofits
Join us the first Wednesday of each month, September through May!
With suggested themes ranging from “Adventure” to “Taboo” and “Gorge Gone Wrong” to “Out of the Blue,” and anonymous mini-stories submitted by the audience, and local wine and cider flowing all night, this event is a can’t-miss.
Admission is by donation of any size; we donate to a local organization each month to keep our community strong through the joy of sharing stories.
Since our first event in November 2021, our audience has donated over $13,000 to 20+ Gorge community nonprofits.
Stay in the loop:
Click to listen to a 15 minute radio segment about the Speakeasy.
Or read about us in the Columbia Gorge News, or in the Gorge Magazine!
Follow the Speakeasy on Instagram and Facebook for monthly themes, prompts and more.
Love Notes From The Audience
Get monthly Speakeasy updates in your inbox.
Once a month, you’ll get an email with:
next event reminders
theme announcements
story idea prompts
donation recipient info
probably a joke or three
other community-focused events and opportunities
