Portland isn’t just giving Valentines to anyone spending time in its city limits this (Hallmark) Holiday weekend, it is a Valentine to anyone who enjoys vital local art, cinematic treasures the way they were meant to be seen, strong storytelling, loud music, thick beats, good food, and stiff drinks. Show yourself some love and make the most of this weekend.
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Friday, Feb 14
Heaux Stories: Part Deux – Valentine’s Day Showcase
If you are sad and kicking yourself for missing the inaugural Heaux (pronounced “Ho”) Stories, because it was wildly popular and sold out lickety-split, you’re in luck because this hot, sweet, and sexy storytelling event designed as “a space for women of color and femmes to gather and share their most intimate sexual truths” is back with even more great stories about love and lust. Intended to be a sex-positive safe space that encourages vulnerability, it’s important to note that this performance features and is meant to celebrate Portland’s LGBTQ and POC family, and those who do not identify as such should mind their manners and be mindful of the space they’re sharing. Do that and expect a diverse, eye-opening, and fun evening of entertainment you won’t soon forget. (Fri Feb 14, 8 pm, Polaris Hall, $28-35) WM. STEVEN HUMPHREY