Rehearsal 4/18
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Due to a policy change by the Elks, members of the public may only attend if accompanied by an Elks member. All attendees must check in at the front door.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, April 11, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Under the Sea Ball at Vancouver Elks
Saturday, April 6, 2024, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
No host cocktail hour – 5:00 – 6:00 pm Tickets – $35 via Eventbrite, or RSVP to the office (360-256-0823, open 10a-2p Tue-Fri) until 3/30.
Buffet dinner – 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Dance with VanPort Jazz – 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Cocktail attire
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, April 4, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal 3/28
Due to illness, there will not be a rehearsal today. Join us again next week on 4/4.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, March 21, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, March 14, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, March 7, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal 2/29
Thursday, February 29, 2024,
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Due to a scheduling conflict, there will not be a leap year rehearsal.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, February 22, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Officer Surf and Turf Night and Dance at the Elks
Friday, February 16, 2024, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Steak Night Tips and proceeds go to the Elks Officer Fund to help with conventions, officer uniforms, and training. Steak and Crab dinner starting at 5pm. Music by VanPort Jazz from 7pm to 10pm. RSVP to the office to make your reservations by Wednesday, 2/14.
360-256-0823
No Rehearsal 2/15
Thursday, February 15, 2024,
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Due to a scheduling conflict, there will not be a rehearsal on 2/15. Join us the following day, 2/16, for a dance at the Elks.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, February 8, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, February 1, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, January 25, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No rehearsal 1/18
Due to the poor driving conditions, rehearsal has been canceled for 1/18. Stay safe and warm, and we’ll see you next week!
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, January 11, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, January 4, 2024, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
New Year’s Eve Hangar Dance at Pearson
Sunday, December 31, 2023 - Monday, January 1, 2024, 8:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Pearson Air Museum – 1115 East 5th St, Vancouver, WA, 98661
Join us for a fantastic evening of dancing and music at the Pearson Air Museum and celebrate the New Year with us! 1940’s costumes and Class A uniforms are encouraged. This event is open to the public. Tickets are $30, available at https://www.friendsfortvancouver.org/.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, December 28, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, December 21, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal 12/14
Thursday, December 14, 2023,
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There will be no rehearsal on December 14 due to a schedule conflict. We’ll see you next week!
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, December 7, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Clark County Newcomers Magical Holiday Gala
Monday, December 4, 2023, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
This is a private event for the Clark County Newcomers Club, not open to the general public.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, November 30, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal – Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 23, 2023,
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There will not be a rehearsal on 11/23. Enjoy your Thanksgiving!
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, November 16, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, November 9, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, November 2, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Rehearsal Canceled 10/26
Thursday, October 26, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
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Open Rehearsal
Thursday, October 19, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
USO 1930’s/1940’s Fundraiser and Dance
Saturday, October 14, 2023, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Kelso-Longview Elks Lodge – 900 Ash St., Kelso, WA, 98626
The fundraiser is open to the public, so the lodge room is open to anyone purchasing a ticket. The ticket price is $35 per person, which includes dinner and entertainment starting at 5:30 pm. Call 360-425-1482 to purchase tickets.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, October 12, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, October 5, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, September 28, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal 9/21
Thursday, September 21, 2023,
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There will be no rehearsal on 9/21. Join us for our next rehearsal on 9/28.
No Rehearsal 9/14
Thursday, September 14, 2023,
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There will be no rehearsal on 9/14. Join us on 9/28 when we return.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, September 7, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Rehearsal canceled 8/31
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, August 24, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, August 17, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal 8/10
We are taking our summer break on 8/3 and 8/10, so there will not be a rehearsal this week. We’ll see you again on 8/17.
No Rehearsal 8/3
We are taking our summer break on 8/3 and 8/10, so there will not be a rehearsal this week. We’ll see you again on 8/17.
Music In The Garden at The Allison
Monday, July 31, 2023, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Allison Inn and Spa – 2525 Allison Ln., Newberg, OR, 97132
Join VanPort for an evening of outdoor music in the beautiful Estate Garden at the Allison Inn and Spa in Newberg. Bring a blanket, and enjoy wine and fine food from JORY!
https://theallison.com/event/vanport-jazz/
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, July 27, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Jazz Concert Under the Stars
Saturday, July 22, 2023, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
VanPort is playing a free outdoor concert in the fantastic backyard of the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Bring a chair and enjoy an evening of jazz and dance. https://www.facebook.com/events/611638454268371
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, July 20, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, July 13, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, July 6, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal 6/29
No Rehearsal 6/22
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, June 15, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, June 8, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal 6/1
Battle Ground District Jazz Night – 7:00, BGHS
Tuesday, May 30, 2023, 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Battle Ground High School – 300 W Main St., Battle Ground, WA, 98604
VanPort Jazz has graciously been invited to perform for the Battle Ground District Jazz Night on Tuesday, May 30th, 7:00pm, which will be held at Battle Ground High School. We are honored to perform amongst the great jazz students of the Battle Ground school district. We hope you’ll join us! If you are unable to be there in person, it will be streamed on the district’s channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bgtv2787/streams – the event begins at 6pm, and we will perform at 7pm. Recorded stream is below. VanPort starts at 1:23:50.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, May 25, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, May 18, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, May 18, 2023, 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:15 – 9:15pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It will be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:15pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Rehearsal Canceled 5/11
VanPort Jazz Rehearsal has been cancelled for this evening. We apologize for any inconvenience. The big band will return next Thursday, May 18th, from 7:15pm to 9:15pm (note the new time). Have a great week!
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, May 4, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, April 27, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, April 20, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, April 13, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, April 6, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, March 30, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Rehearsal Canceled 3/23
We apologize for the inconvenience as we are canceling rehearsal for tonight. We will meet again next week 3/30 (Thursday). Have a great week!
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, March 16, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, March 9, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, March 2, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Rehearsal Canceled 2/23
Thursday, February 23, 2023,
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Out of abundance of caution due to snowy weather and challenging driving conditions, VanPort Jazz has canceled their rehearsal for Thursday Feb. 23rd. We hope everyone stays safe and warm. We WILL return NEXT Thursday, March 2nd at 7pm.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, February 16, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, February 9, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, February 2, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, January 26, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal (New start time)
Thursday, January 19, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Note new start time. Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:00pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, January 12, 2023, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, January 5, 2023, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsals on December 15, 22, or 29
Thursday, December 15, 2022 - Thursday, December 29, 2022,
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Happy Holidays to everyone! We wish each of you a joyous season and a happy New Year! See you on Thursday, January 5th, 2023!
The Garages Eatery & Taphouse: VanPort Jazz
Wednesday, December 14, 2022, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Garages Eatery & Taphouse – 17880 SW McEwan Rd., Lake Oswego, OR, 97035
VanPort Jazz would love to see you at The Garages in Lake Oswego on Wednesday, December 14th from 7pm – 10pm.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, December 8, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, December 1, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, November 24, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, November 17, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, November 10, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, November 3, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Halloween Themed “Thank You” Dance 10/27
Thursday, October 27, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Come join VanPort Jazz for a Halloween Themed “Thank You” Dance on Thursday, October 27th, 2022. (7:30pm-9:00). We would like to thank the community for their support over the past year with a FREE dance. The music will reflect the celebrations of Halloween. Location: The Elks Lodge 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683 Time: 7:30pm to 9:00pm Price: FREE (Donations and tips would be welcomed and appreciated). Contact VanPort Jazz ONLY for more info at: [email protected] Doors will be open at 7pm (Doors lock at 7:45pm for entrance). *Please arrive by 7:45pm. HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!
No Rehearsal 10/20
VanPort Jazz will NOT be holding a rehearsal this Thursday (10/20/22). We apologize for any inconvenience. VanPort Jazz will return next Thursday (10/27/22). Have a wonderful rest of the week.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, October 13, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, October 6, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, September 29, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, September 22, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal 9/15
Thursday, September 15, 2022,
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VanPort Jazz will NOT be holding a rehearsal this Thursday (9/15/22). We apologize for any inconvenience. VanPort Jazz will return next Thursday (9/22/22). Have a wonderful rest of the week.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, September 8, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, September 1, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsals During August
Thursday, August 4, 2022 - Thursday, August 25, 2022,
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VanPort Jazz will be taking the month of August off for a short vacation/break. We thank you for your support during this past season. Please join us for our next upcoming season. The first rehearsal will be Thursday, September 1, at 7:30 PM at the Vancouver WA Elks Lodge.
Performance – The Elks Yard Sale 7/30
Saturday, July 30, 2022, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
VanPort Jazz will be the Elk’s special musical guest on Saturday, July 30th in their big backyard! Admission is FREE. Bring your lawn chairs. There will be some picnic tables available. The Yard Sale in the basement will be going on from 9 am – 4 pm. Come on by, you might find something you want/need.
No Rehearsal – Private Event 7/28
Thursday, July 28, 2022, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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No REHEARSAL this evening (Thursday July 28th). VanPort Jazz will be performing for a private function.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, July 21, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, July 14, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, July 7, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
2022 Hangar Dance at Fort Vancouver
Saturday, July 2, 2022, 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Pearson Air Museum – 1115 East 5th St, Vancouver, WA, 98661
THIS IS IT! July 2, 2022
***CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS*** (tickets are purchased through the Friends of Fort Vancouver web page)
Friends of the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site present the ANNUAL 2022 HANGAR DANCE FEATURING VANPORT JAZZ BAND SATURDAY, JULY 2, 2022
Doors Open 6:15 to 10:00 pm welcoming you at Pearson Air Museum 1115 East 5th Street Vancouver, WA 98661 Tickets are $40/ea only available online $45/ea if still available, at the door Join us for an evening of fantastic 1940’s Big Band music, dancing and fun! No Host Beer, Wine, and Food Trucks on site. Period costumes, Class A uniforms welcome but not required. Proceeds help fund Friends’ programs, events, and cultural activities at your National Park! TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, June 30, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, June 23, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, June 16, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, June 9, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal 6/2
VanPort Jazz will NOT be holding a rehearsal this evening (6/2). We apologize for any inconvenience. VanPort Jazz will return next Thursday (6/9). Have a wonderful rest of the week.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, May 26, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Rehearsal Canceled 5/19
There will be no rehearsal this Thursday, May 19. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will return next week on Thursday May 26th.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, May 12, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, May 5, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
No Rehearsal 4/28
There will be no rehearsal this Thursday, April 28. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will return next week on Thursday May 5th.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, April 21, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, April 14, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, April 7, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
La Center Jazz Night
Thursday, March 31, 2022, 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
La Center Middle School – 700 E Fourth St, La Center, WA, 98629
The La Center Jazz Festival (VanPort Jazz is closing the event with great music and awards) Location: La Center Middle School 700 E Fourth St La Center, WA 98629 *Thursday March 31st *Time: 6pm to 9:30pm *Price: FREE *Listen to great High School & Middle School jazz bands. *Special performance by the Jazz Faculty from the University of Idaho *Try out instruments… courtesy of Music World PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD AND SUPPORT THESE GREAT STUDENTS AND THEIR MUSIC.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, March 24, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, March 17, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Open Rehearsal
Thursday, March 10, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Join VanPort Jazz for our rehearsal from 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Vancouver Elks Lodge. Come listen and/or dance to this great band! It’ll be a lot of fun! Arrive before 7:30pm as the doors will lock promptly at that time. Once rehearsal starts the doors cannot be opened back up.
Rehearsal Canceled 3/3
VanPort Jazz Rehearsal Canceled for Thursday March 3rd, 2022. Our apologies for any inconvenience. Please join us NEXT Thursday (3/10) for our next rehearsal session (The Elks Lodge: Vancouver : 7:30pm)
Winter Dance at The Elks Lodge: Open to the public
Friday, February 25, 2022, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
VanPort Jazz Winter Dance (Fri. Feb. 25th) (OPEN TO THE PUBLIC) Time: 7pm-10pm Prices: $10 for general public ($6 for Elk Members) Food and Drink available in the bar Face masks are required Tickets can be purchased at The Elks Lodge 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd Vancouver, WA 98683
VanPort Jazz Rehearsal 2/10
Thursday, February 10, 2022, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Come listen and experience how a big band grows in quality and experience. Dancing is allowed…but remember, it is a rehearsal. This means the music will be stopping and starting periodically. We start right at 7:30pm. Look forward to seeing you. (FREE) Location: 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd Vancouver, WA 98683
Rehearsal canceled 1/20
There will be NO VanPort Jazz rehearsal this evening (1/20) due to illness. We apologize for any inconvenience, but we WILL return next week (1/27). We wish all of you a wonderful rest of your week.
No rehearsal 1/6
There will be NO rehearsal this evening (Jan. 6th). We apologize for any inconvenience, but WILL return next Thursday (Jan. 13th).
No Rehearsals 12/23 and 12/30
Thursday, December 23, 2021 - Thursday, December 30, 2021,
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Hello everyone! Happy Holidays! VanPort Jazz will NOT have rehearsal for the following 2 weeks (Dec 23rd and 30th). WE WILL RETURN THURSDAY JANUARY 6th We would like to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season filled with friends and family!
Vanport Jazz Rehearsal 12/16
Thursday, December 16, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Come join us for our last rehearsal of the year. We will NOT be having any rehearsals the last two weeks of December. You are welcome to come in and dance and/or just listen. With it being a rehearsal, there will be starts/stops to the music.
All of us at VanPort Jazz would like to wish each of you a happy holiday season!
Recording Session 11/18
Thursday, November 18, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
No dancing for this Thursday rehearsal. We are holding a recording session that will last the two hours of our rehearsal. Open to the public to witness how a recording session is operated. We ask for quiet during the actual recording.
VanPort Jazz Band Dance at Elks!!!
Wednesday, October 27, 2021, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
We are excited to invite everyone to the Elks Club Vancouver WA on Wednesday Oct 27 for Dancing and fantastic Big Band Jazz Music! ***Cover Charge*** $10 for non-Elk members (MASKS ARE REQUIRED)
$5 for Elk Members
VanPort Jazz Rehearsal 10/14
Thursday, October 14, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
We are rehearsing at The Elks Club this week at 7:30pm! Come Join us!
VanPort Jazz Rehearsal 9/30
Thursday, September 30, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
We are rehearsing at The Elks Club this week at 7:30pm! Come Join us!
VanPort Jazz Rehearsal 9/23
Thursday, September 23, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
We are rehearsing at The Elks Club this week at 7:30pm! Come Join us!
No rehearsal this week 9/16
Thursday, September 16, 2021,
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We will be back the following week (9/23) for our regularly scheduled rehearsal.
Have a wonderful week!
VanPort Jazz Rehearsal 9/9
Thursday, September 9, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Come listen and observe how a big band rehearses. There will also be some opportunities to dance during a few selections.
VanPort Jazz Rehearsal 9/2
Thursday, September 2, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Come join us for our weekly rehearsal. We start at 7:30 PM! Hope to see you there.
VanPort Jazz Rehearsal 8/26
Thursday, August 26, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Come join us this Thursday (8/26) for our regular rehearsal from 7:30-9:30pm . MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED INDOORS.
Rehearsal canceled tonight 8/12!
Due to the extremely high temperature Van Port Jazz Band will not be rehearsing tonight August 12, 2021 Stay Cool and Hydrated!
Rehearsal with VanPort Jazz
Thursday, July 29, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Come listen and experience how a big band grows in quality and experience. Dancing is allowed…but remember, it is a rehearsal. This means the music will be stopping and starting periodically. The Elks bar will also be open for food and drink. We start right at 7:30pm. Look forward to seeing you.
Music Concert at The Elks Lodge! Come dance and eat!!!
Saturday, July 24, 2021, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a great afternoon and evening of music. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we loved performing for you.
Rehearsal Vancouver Elks Club
Thursday, June 24, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
We are back in the “Swing of things” and rehearsing at Vancouver Elks Club every Thursday.
Rehearsal Vancouver Elks Club
Thursday, June 17, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
We are back in the “Swing of things” and rehearsing at Vancouver Elks Club every Thursday.
Bridgetown Big Bands at Jack London
Monday, December 30, 2019, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Jack London Revue – 529 SW 4th Ave, Portland, OR, 97204
Enjoy the power and diversity of the top horn-heavy bands from Portland and beyond every Monday in May and June.
$10 each / 21+
Noontime Showcase at Portland5
Wednesday, August 28, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall – 1111 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, 97205
The VanPort Jazz performs big band music ranging from the 20’s through the 50’s, along with some contemporary charts. You will hear hits from Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Buddy Rich, Doc Severinsen, Sammy Nestico, Count Basie, and many others. This is the last of eight weekly, free Noontime Showcase performances as part of Summer Arts on Main, which feature a wide variety of performers and styles. Suitable for all ages. During the summer months, Noontime Showcase—a monthly free performance held inside Antoinette Hatfield Hall during most of the year—moves out to Main Street and changes to a weekly schedule. This Noontime Showcase is part of the 2019 Summer Arts on Main series, which runs 11am to 2pm every Wednesday, July 10th through August 28th, with free performances and children’s activities. Located outside on SW Main Street, between SW Broadway & Park Ave.- next to Antoinette Hatfield Hall, 1111 SW Broadway Ave., Portland, OR 97205.
NOONTIME SHOWCASE & SUMMER ARTS ON MAIN
Summer Arts on Main Street runs concurrently with the Portland Farmers Market in the adjacent park blocks (Shemanski Park at Park Ave. & Main St.). The vegetables for our “Veggie Derby” have been generously donated by the Portland Farmers Market!
In the event of rain, or extreme heat, this event will take place in the Antoinette Hatfield Hall rotunda.
Sweetheart Dance at Pearson Air Museum
Saturday, March 16, 2019, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Pearson Air Museum – 1115 East 5th St, Vancouver, WA, 98661
Due to inclement weather, the event has been moved March 16. Get this popular event on your dance calendar now, tickets usually sell out fast. The Friends of Fort Vancouver will be sponsoring this event again in 2019 at the historic Pearson Air Museum, and VanPort Jazz will once again provide the live swing music. Tickets will soon be for sale: (Date is forthcoming on when tickets are available) When available, they may be purchased in advance from www.friendsfortvancouver.org or at the Friends Shop at the Fort Vancouver Visitor Center, 1501 E Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98661
Sweethearts Ball “A Knight to Remember”
Saturday, February 16, 2019, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
St. Joseph Catholic Church – 400 S Andresen Rd, Vancouver, WA, 98661
Mark this date on your calendar! (OPEN TO THE PUBLIC)This will be the second of two outstanding big band performances by VanPort Jazz (The first is the Pearson Sweetheart Dance the week before). You won’t want to miss either one. Starting at 6pm with a Social, followed by Dinner at 6:30pm and Dancing at 7pm. Open to the public. $25 per person
TICKETS ARE PRE-SOLD. PLEASE DON’T WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE AS TICKETS MAY SELL OUT BEFORE THE EVENT. Contact Stephen Dixon at (360) 635-1578 or (360)891-0968
Jazz Club at the Luepke Center
Thursday, January 24, 2019, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Luepke Center – 1009 E McLoughlin Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98663
Come join the VanPort Jazz on Thursday January 24th for only $2 at the Luepke Center in Vancouver, WA. The city of Vancouver and VanPort Jazz have put together this special Jazz Club. It is the traditional rehearsal night for VanPort Jazz. However, for only $2, you will get to see how a big band operates behind the scenes. Also, VPJ will play several selections throughout the evening, non-stop, for those who want to come in and dance the night away. The city of Vancouver is hoping to see interest in VPJ, and jazz music, grow. Feel free to message/call if there are any questions.
Fall Ball at the Elks
Thursday, October 18, 2018, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Vancouver Elks Lodge – 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Please join us for a fall dance with homemade chili (dinner included in price), dance lessons with Joseph and Julieann Platt and music by the VanPort Jazz Band. 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM dinner served VanPort Jazz is a musical ensemble dedicated to maintaining the tradition and innovation of Big Band music. Over the past decade, the ensemble has evolved from a local community group focusing on early swing music, to its current roster of 17 talented amateur, semi-professional, and retired professional musicians playing from an eclectic book of some 300 charts. VanPort Jazz is based in Vancouver, Washington, and performs throughout Washington and Oregon. Dance Instructors Joseph and Julieann have a passion for teaching everyone to dance – from teenagers to 90 year olds. They are especially well known for making classes fun and easy. “Joseph and Julieann are the most enthusiastic and supportive dance teachers imaginable. The classes include people of varying ability but everyone is made to feel successful. Their warmth and sometimes silliness is infectious and makes for a fun time for everyone.” – Mary P. Get your tickets now online or from the lounge or office.
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM swing dance lesson (additonal $5 fee)
7:30 PM to 10:00 PM band plays
The duo have offered classes together for 12 years. Julieann has honed her dancing skills through years of belly dancing, yoga and the creative arts. Joseph has taught ballroom dancing since the age of 18, when he began his dancing career as an instructor for Arthur Murray Studios in Davenport, IA. While at Arthur Murray’s, he took several students on to regional dance competitions in the Midwest, many receiving gold medals.