FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19 MUSIC—It’s been many moons since Portland’s double-headed Quasi beast roared ’round these parts, but tonight the indomitable duo of Sam Coomes and Janet Weiss returns, not once but TWICE, with an all-ages early show and a later show for all the fogeys. NED LANNAMANNMississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, 6 pm, $12-14, all […]
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Raunchy Danes, Spooky Sea Creatures, and FOKN Revenge: Week Two of the Portland International Film Festival
EVOLUTION A gorgeously shot horror/sci-fi. We’re midway through the 39th annual Portland International Film Festival, which seems to be happily coinciding with some real butt-ass weather. All the more reason to stay inside, vicariously traveling the world. Poor February—PIFF might be its only charm. And maybe it’s my imagination, but there seem to be more […]
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It’s Happening Tonight!
MUSIC—Elizabeth Elder and Rachel Milbauer of Portland podcast Party Boyz celebrate the release of their zine tonight with a rager featuring performances from Eyelids, My Body, and Golden Hour. Their newest edition includes art, prose, and comics from contributors Sallie Ford, Candace’s Sarah Nienaber, Mercury photographer Katie Summer, and many more. CIARA DOLANMississippi Studios, 3939 […]
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STORYTELLING—Portland has no shortage of storytelling nights, but the Broadcast, brought to you by Siren Nation’s lady-centric arts fest, is extra special: Tonight, hear from actress Dana Thompson, filmmaker Alicia J. Rose, cartoon-drawing genius Dylan Meconis, and People’s Choir co-founder/burlesquer Decoteau Wilkerson—all hosted by beloved queen of warmhearted truthiness Bri Pruett! MEGAN BURBANKThe Secret Society, […]
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It’s Happening Tonight!
BOOKS—Margaret Malone writes spare, sharp-edged short stories set in Portland, and tonight she’s joined by Arthur Bradford, occasional speaker for Eastmoreland’s trees, and full-time writer of what can only be described as charming weirdo lit. They’re two of the city’s best fiction writers, in one of its best independent bookstores. MEGAN BURBANKBroadway Books, 1714 NE […]
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This Week’s Style Events
Just a few events this week, you guys, and one of ’em doesn’t even require you to leave your house: Jeff Wong In case you aren’t aware, right now it’s New York Fashion Week—or maybe you are aware but don’t give a flying fuck. Well, you should give a flying fuck, because one of our […]
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It’s Happening Tonight!
FILM—Now in its 39th year, the Portland International Film Festival continues to swamp Portlanders with an overwhelming number of movies. Today you have no fewer than 21 options—but your best bet is Terence Davies’ Sunset Song, which Little White Lies calls “an emotional bolt to the heart” from “Britain’s greatest living director.” ERIK HENRIKSENMoreland Theater, […]
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Unmentionable: A Lingerie Exposition In Review
On Tuesday night a fairly massive crowd squeezed into the cellar at the Doug Fir for the always popular Unmentionable lingerie show. As long time fans know, Unmentionable is not only one of the most revealing shows of the season, but also one of the most fun and unique with a strong emphasis on body […]
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It’s Happening This Weekend!
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 MOTO SHOW—The One Motorcycle Show is in its seventh year of showing off crazy-cool collections of custom, racing, and cruising motorcycles. Plus there’s tons of art, food, and beer to partake of while drooling all over the incredible bikes on display. Go practice zen and the art of motorcycle coveting. COURTNEY FERGUSON831 […]
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Slackers, Junkies, and Drone Bombers: Week One of the Portland International Film Festival
EYE IN THE SKY Featuring Helen Mirren, Aaron Paul, and the late Alan Rickman. The 39th annual Portland International Film Festival (PIFF) kicks off this evening with sold-out screenings of Finland’s The Fencer (which also screens later in the fest). But even if you didn’t manage to snag those tickets, PIFF is just getting started, […]
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This Week’s Style Events
Still looking for that special something to give to that special someone for Valentine’s Day? Or maybe you are alone and depressed, and want to get something for yourself? Good idea! Well, there are plenty of events this week to help you do just that: Minoux Jewelry Minoux Jewelry is holding a trunk show at […]
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It’s Happening Tonight!
HECKLEVISION—Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders get their jabs in onscreen during the Democratic Debate at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, while you can hurl hilarious jokes—via text, please—from the audience. Your scathing insults will appear on the Hollywood’s big screen while the candidates blather. There will be blood. SHELBY R. KINGHollywood Theatre, 4122 NE Sandy, 6 […]