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Grammy Award-winning guitarist Mark Hanson and vocalist Greta Pedersen will present a lively mix of Americana, jazz, and pop at our upcoming performance of Friday Night Music. Mark Hanson is a performer, author, and educator with numerous recordings and instructional publications, and a long career in acoustic guitar performance and teaching. Greta Pedersen, named 2009 National Artist of the Year by Young Audiences, is a versatile vocalist and educator who has performed internationally in concerts, festivals, and media appearances alongside a wide range of artists.

Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza are invited to attend the live Friday Night Music performance on June 12 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium. To attend, please RSVP by calling 503-683-8447 or email [email protected].

Join us for an evening of classical music with the Amici Trio. Internationally recognized violinist and Portland State University professor Dr. Tomás Cotik will be joined by piano and cello for performances of piano trios by Mozart and Ravel. Dr. Cotik is an acclaimed soloist, chamber musician, and recording artist with 19 albums on Naxos and Centaur Records, over six million streams, and numerous international awards and honors.

Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza are invited to attend the live Friday Night Music performance on June 12 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium. To attend, please RSVP by calling 503-683-8447 or email [email protected].

Join us for an evening of exceptional chamber music with the PSU String Quartet at our upcoming performance of Friday Night Music. The quartet features Charles Dalrymple and Audrey Greene, violin; Carson Mangum, viola; and Julian Casas, cello.

Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza are invited to attend the live Friday Night Music performance on June 5 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium. To attend, please RSVP by calling 503-683-8447 or email [email protected].

Join the Jas Quintet, led by three-time National Swing Fiddle Competition winner James Mason, for an evening of classic swing and jazz. Joined by a talented ensemble of seasoned musicians, the group brings timeless selections from the Great American Songbook to life with energy and style.

Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza are invited to attend their live Friday Night Music performance on May 29 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium. To RSVP, call 503-683-8447 or email [email protected].

In our recent conversation for the blog, we spoke with Terwilliger Plaza’s Chief Operating Officer, Andie Fitzgerald, about her role, responsibilities, and the surprises she has encountered since joining the community. Now entering her third year with us, she also reflects on initiatives she pioneered, including our SAGECare Platinum Credential—held since 2024—as well as a pocket translator app designed to reduce language barriers and support more meaningful engagement between staff and Members. To read the full conversation, visit the Community Profiles on our website.

Andie Fitzgerald: Chief Operating Officer, Terwilliger Plaza | Terwilliger Plaza Andie Fitzgerald: Chief Operating Officer

Join the Grant High School Royal Blues Choir, Grant High School’s premier chamber ensemble, for an evening of expressive choral music. This accomplished group of student vocalists has performed locally and around the world for over 50 years, with a repertoire spanning Renaissance madrigals, jazz standards, and contemporary selections.

Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza are invited to attend their live Friday Night Music performance on May 22 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium. To RSVP, call 503-683-8447 or email [email protected].

Join Oregon Koto-Kai for an evening of traditional and contemporary Japanese music performed on the koto. Founded by Mitsuki Dazai in 2012, this dedicated ensemble has grown from a small group of six musicians into a vibrant 20-member collective, sharing the beauty and artistry of the koto across the Pacific Northwest.

Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza are invited to attend their live Friday Night Music performance on May 15 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium. To attend, please RSVP by calling 503-683-8447 or email [email protected].

Happy Nurses Week! To our dedicated and passionate nursing team, we are overflowing with gratitude for the compassion, strength, and wisdom you bring to our community and beyond. Your care touches countless lives and leaves a lasting impact on so many. Thank you for all that you do. 💙