100 Years of Music at Riverside

Riverside Community Church of Hood River is celebrating the 100^th anniversary of its church building with a free community concert on April 28^th at 7:00 p.m. in the church sanctuary.

Under the direction of Perry Cole, Riverside Church Choral Director, “100 Years of Music at Riverside” will feature current and past Chancel and Gospel Choir members.  Margaret Marshall and Diana Beterbide will accompany the choir on organ and piano.

“I am very excited about the upcoming concert celebrating 100 years of music at Riverside Community Church.  Through the years there have been many great events of music including Advent Concerts, Community Concerts, Recitals and great music from the Chancel and Gospel Choirs each Sunday morning.  We will be bringing together many of these musical moments in one grand concert, showcasing the choirs and musicians who have made the music at Riverside so special.  We’re especially thrilled to have some of the choir members from past groups join us for this special event” says Perry Cole about the concert.

Riverside Community Church is listed as a historical landmark.  It was built in 1912 at a cost of $20,000 using basalt from a local quarry. During the last 100 years it has served its congregation and the Hood River community with a welcoming spirit.

Pastor Vicky Stifter added, “This concert is our gift to the community and admission is free. Any donations received will be used to equip and maintain the church for the next 100 years of ministry and community service.”

Riverside Church is located at 4^th and State Street in Hood River.  For additional information, contact the church office at 541-386-1412