PICA’s programming has been known to bridge genres and provide a steady mix of local and nationally recognized artists. Does a reading from Lynne Tillman juxtaposed with presentations from local performance artists sound good to you? It’s happened at PICA. While the organization’s year-round programming is consistently excellent, the best time to experience their eclectic curatorial inclinations is during the annual Time-Based Art Festival, a jam-packed performance festival that fills Portland with innovative work each fall. MEGAN BURBANK