It’s summer time, and the livings, well, they’ve been pretty easy. So should your grilling. Why wait six to eight hours for ribs you’ll probably forget about as you pass…
Whose story?
We all have within us the capacity to be voyeurs, witnesses to life come undone. Her Story is a voyeuristic game about murder, but it’s also a story about family…
Portland’s funniest person to be crowned tonight
The Portland’s Funniest Person contest wrapped up its semifinal round on July 1. The contest, which runs annually, is hosted by Helium Comedy Club. Twelve out of the 36 contestants…
Horoscopes for the week of July 5
Cancer June 21-July 22 Try Pop-Tarts as a base for that cheesecake you’re making this week. The results will rock your world if you stick to your favorite Tart flavor….
The poor student’s guide to summer activities
Summer vacation is usually a long-awaited retreat for college students, but once the break arrives, boredom can soon follow. Elaborate vacations and road trips may sound like a good idea,…
Not your neurotypical Eden
People make mistakes and respond poorly to situations. For instance, while I was waiting for the bus just before writing this review, a fire started in the road verge across…
Choo choo! All aboard the ‘Night Train’
It was about eight at night, early July. The sun was blazing, falling behind the hills of southwest Portland. Sweat ran down my forehead. The dog was panting. Night Train…
Horoscopes for the week of June 28
Cancer June 21-July 22 Someone from your past is thinking of you this week and they miss you as much as you miss them. I say, go for it. Leo July…
‘Stargirl’ is the original Manic Pixie Dream Girl
Fifteen years ago, Britney Spears dominated the airwaves. Justice was still called Limited Too. Y2K, it turns out, was a total bunk, and I was just starting to suspect that…
How to throw a pool party that doesn’t suck
School is out, summer is upon us and the season to gather around swimming pools and water holes has begun. If you’re lucky enough to have a pool in your backyard…
Bill Burr: not just a loud leprechaun
Comedian Bill Burr performed at Portland’s Arlene Schnitzer Hall on June 18. Burr’s comedic style offers a smattering of strongly delivered uninformed opinions and a refreshing dose of empathy and…