MUSIC—How’s about going to see a piece of post-punk history in the basement of the Doug Fir? Hell yeah! Gang of Four’s 1979 debut album, Entertainment!, is beloved by fans and music critics alike. While the Gang has changed lineups over the years, their socially charged mix of punk, funk, and dance can still be found on new albums like this year’s What Happens Next. History! COURTNEY FERGUSON
w/the New Regime; Doug Fir, 830 E Burnside, 9 pm, $25-27
DESIGN—Design Week Portland may not officially begin until April, but this week presents a series of design-focused pop-up lectures and open houses from local arts organizations like Ampersand Gallery and the Independent Publishing Resource Center. Tonight: The architects giving the Burnside Bridgehead a facelift discuss the future of the Central Eastside. MEGAN BURBANK
Jimmy Mak’s, 221 NW 10th, 5:30 pm, $10 suggested donation