Blogtown readers will no doubt be aware that it’s the Red Bull Flugtag this weekend—because their videos have been running in the top right corner of the screen for what seems like the past decade. But here’s all you need to know about the event: I’m in it. The event starts at 1pm. I’m with […]
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Twin Peaks Trivia–Aces!
Holy shit! I feel like Cliff Clavin on Jeopardy! ShanRock‘s upcoming trivia night at Peter’s 19th Hole is like a Black Lodge dream come true. From her press release: ShanRock’s Triviology Presents:CHICKADEE ON A DODGE DART: A NIGHT OF TWIN PEAKS TRIVIASaturday, Aug 2, 7 PMPeter’s 19th Hole5701 NE FremontFREE Following monthly lunar pub quizzes […]
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BREWHAHA! Kroger To Address Mannix’s Mandatory Minimum Madness Next Tuesday Night
There’s a ballot measure coming up in November that could potentially destroy Oregon. And research suggests you’re pretty likely to vote for it, unless you get educated about its pitfalls. To that end, I’m hosting Brewhaha next Tuesday night at the Edge of Belmont, 7pm—to discuss Kevin Mannix’s bizarre and frightening mandatory minimum ballot measure […]
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What About My Marble of Love?
As regular readers of Blogtown already know, I am one of the Mercury‘s strongest proponents for maintaining a healthy prostate gland. After suffering a frightening and gory prostate incident in my youth — WHICH I WILL RELATE TO YOU IF THERE’S ENOUGH INTEREST IN THE COMMENTS SECTION — I now happily undergo regular prostate exams, […]
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Movie Night with the Coffin Cruisers
Somehow I’m not surprised that Portland has a car club for hearse enthusiasts, The Coffin Cruisers. If you just drove your hearse into town (according to the website they also welcome other “professional car owners” of ambulances, limos and flower cars(?)), this is the crew you’ll want to connect with. This weekend might be a […]
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Eat Local Week
There are so many good reasons to be a locavore, that is, someone who eats food produced locally: -Local food requires less fossil fuel to ship. -You can generally pin down a local food source so that you know exactly what’s happening from the ground to your table. -Less Salmonella! -Your money stays in the […]
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Fratelli, 1230 NW Hoyt, Oct 5-7, 5 pm-late Pearl District standard Fratelli is celebrating their nine-year anniversary with a weekend event featuring all-day happy hour, specialty cocktails, a rotating wine selection, and DJs in the bar. AH Cherry Sprout Market, 722 N Sumner, grand opening party, Sat Oct 6 Cherry Sprout Market (formerly Big City […]
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Pix Flight Night, Pix Patisserie North, 3901 N Williams, Thurs Aug 9, 5 pm-close, $10 This week Pix schools your palate in the ins and outs of vodka, with a vodka flight that includes Ciroc and a few sweeter variations. AH Kids Cook in the Market, PSU’s Cramer Hall, Rm. 187, 1721 SW Broadway, Sat […]
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Glenmorangie Single Malt Scotch and Cigar Dinner, Hall Street Grill, 3775 SW Hall, Beaverton, Sat July 28, 6:30 pm, $110 (includes tip), 467-1803 (reservations required) Dine it up high-roller style with a multi-course dinner paired with some appropriately aged Scotch. AH Peaches and Cream Festival, Eastbank Farmers Market, SE 20th & Salmon, Thurs July 26, […]
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Wine Wednesday with Eric Asimov, Paley’s Place, 1204 NW 21st, Wed July 25, 5:30-10 pm Fancy-pants New York Times wine critic Eric Asimov makes an appearance at Paley’s informal Wednesday wine tasting. AH Red and Black Vegan Dinner, Red and Black Café, 2138 SE Division, 7 pm, $9-20 sliding scale, reservations at 231-3899 Vegan chef […]
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Mio Gelato Fourth Anniversary, Thurs July 12, 25 NW 11th; 1517 NE Brazee; 838 NW 23rd Celebrate four years of locally sourced, handmade deliciousness by stuffing your face with $1 scoops of gelato at any Mio Gelato location. AH Kids Cook in the Market, Portland Farmers Market, Sat July 14, 10 am, $15, registration at […]
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Rocket Open House Party, 1111 E Burnside, Fri July 6, 5:30 pm-midnight The bright-red, LEED-certified building on E Burnside that houses both the Chesterfield and Rocket is opening its doors to the public tonight to show off its über-sustainable design, plus DJs and live music. AH Oregon Lavender Festival, 2nd & Maple, Yamhill, OR, Sat-Sun […]