Leslie Marie at Bogeys
by Eric Donaldson
On a recent Thursday evening, this writer was invited to Bogey’s
at Gresham Golf Course to spend an evening with the very lovely and
extremely talented Leslie Marie at her piano bar.
Marie is a classically trained pianist and has toured with and played
in some of the Northwest’s most popular bands for the last ten
years or so.
Marie’s now decided to leave the “road life,” and
settle-down a bit. In so doing, she is re-inventing the classic “piano
bar” of years gone by, but with a twist –adding live Karaoke
to the mix on Fridays and Saturdays.
Marie plays at Bogey’s every Thursday through Saturday, with
the following structure (but it’s very flexible, and subject
to change at a moments notice as the evenings progress…): Thursdays
are started as the “piano bar” night, with Marie performing
classic torch songs, as well as more current fare. She’s always
quick to respond to requests or to invite someone up to sing with her
on her ever-present guest microphone.
Fridays and Saturdays take on a more party feel, as these nights are
built more for Karaoke-style singing. Marie takes on all requests and
all singers, often leading to nights of entertainment that are quite
memorable, indeed!
On the night this writer visited (happily sharing a table with publisher
Bonnie Carter), everyone in the room was completely caught-up in the
musical spell woven by Marie and every person was having a terrific
time!
Bogey’s is located at Gresham Golf Course, at 2155 N.E. Division
in Gresham, and is a very warm, inviting restaurant-with-bar, featuring
specials several nights a week and breakfast, lunch and dinner seven
days a week.
Under the watchful eyes of Manager Cindy Bailey, things move very smoothly,
as customer’s orders arrive quickly, are well presented, and,
judging by the approving smiles all around, the fare is very, very
good.
The restaurant is known for its potato dishes and for its prime rib & eggs
breakfasts every Sunday. Which isn’t to say that’s all
that’s available; the menu is varied and extensive, with something
for most everyone in your party.
Thursdays are ladies nights, with drink specials and 50¢ beers.
Sundays are Service Industry nights, with various specials available
to those who work in the service Industry (and you know who you are!).
No matter what day, or what time of day, you’ll always be made
to feel welcome at Bogey’s and with Leslie Marie at the keyboards
(and with her terrific voice!), you’re certain to have a fun,
memorable time.
Check it out this weekend!
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