This week was a bit of a downer, so seek out some joy and community this weekend at events from the 10th Annual Jade International Night Market to Dolly Parton Secret Roller Disco and from the Nerd Music Parking Lot Party to a Parallel Parking Competition. For more ideas, check out our top picks of the week.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 28
SPORTS & RECREATION
Dolly Parton Secret Roller Disco
Perhaps the most unifying event in American history happened earlier this week: the tragic death of country queen Dolly Parton. The loss of one of the best songwriters and most generous spirits of a generation breaks political boundaries; everyone is grieving, from drag queens to dad rockers, literacy lovers, billionaire haters, country music fans, and even our POS president. There are sure to be plenty of tribute events in the coming weeks, months, and—let’s be honest—forever, but for now, you can connect with fellow mourners at this special edition of the Secret Roller Disco skate night, honoring Dolly’s style, spirit, and life. Put on your best sequins, tease up your hair real big, and skate to a playlist curated by DJ Maxx Bass. Let’s honor the rare and genuine legacy of love that permeated Dolly’s entire being. This is, and forever will be, Dolly Parton’s America—we’re all just living in it. BRI BREY
(Convention Center Plaza, Lloyd District, free)
