Tuesday, April 30
Art
Soul Box Project Public Display
Multnomah Arts Center
9 a.m.–5 p.m., through April 30
Free
Powerful visual statement showing the effects of gunfire. Each box represents an injury or death by guns.
Music
SWMRS, Beach Goons, Destroy Boys
Wonder Ballroom
7 p.m.
$19–21
Oakland trio SWMRS are out in support of their new album Berkeley’s on Fire with $1 from each ticket sold going to various charities.
Film & Theater
Living Room Theater
$11 ($8 with student ID)
9:20 p.m.
Chorus teacher by day and ecoterrorist by night, Halla is out here doing the metaphorical God’s work.
Community
Holocene
9 p.m.
$10, 21+
Dust off that My Chemical Romance tee for a night of emo jams with your fellow former scene kids.
Wednesday, May 1
Art
“Love Across Cultures”
Portland State White Gallery
Through May 17
Free
Alyssa Silos’ solo exhibition of mixed-media pieces draws inspiration from queer interracial relationships.
Music
The Music of the Rolling Stones
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
7:30 p.m.
$35+
It may not be the actual Rolling Stones, but hearing Vegas voice Brody Dolyniuk sing over a symphony still sounds pretty chill.
Film & Theater
Bit House Saloon
8:30 p.m.
$10–50
It’s a variety show of sorts, with the proceeds mainly going to Northwest Abortion Access Fund.
Community
Midterm Stress Relief Featuring Corgis
Smith Memorial Student Union 238
4 p.m.
Free with PSU ID
It’s that time of the quarter, and the corgis are back to help relieve some of the stress. Catch them on the second floor of SMSU until 6 p.m.
Thursday, May 2
Art
NW 13th Ave, between Hoyt and Kearney
5 p.m.
Hosted by nonprofit Urban Art Network, this street gallery continues every first Thursday through October.
Music
Peter, Bjorn And John, Jonathan Something
Doug Fir
9 p.m.
$22–25, 21+
Remember that one song from 2006 that made you hate whistling? Yeah, well it’s Peter, Bjorn And John’s fault.
Film & Theater
The Sanctuary at Sandy Plaza
Thu–Sat: 7:30 p.m.; Sun May 19: 2 p.m.
$25–35
Based on the book by Ilene Beckerman, this play centers around women’s stories, experiences and closets.
Community
Bloodworks Live Studio
11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Free
If you can give blood, you should give blood. This local drive benefits community members and continues every first Thursday of the month.
Friday, May 3
Art
High & Low Gallery
Opening 6–10 p.m., continues Wed–Sun: Noon–8 p.m.
Free
Local artist Conner Choi’s exhibition features depictions of Southeast Portland.
Music
Sicko Mode: Drake vs. Travis Scott Tribute Night
Holocene
9 p.m.
$10, 21+
Not sure why either of them needs a tribute night but at least the music will be good.
Film & Theater
5th Avenue Cinema
7 p.m., 9:30 p.m.
$4–5 (free for PSU students)
Sick family, found diaries and lots of bike riding. This Brazilian drama will definitely get emotional in ways you won’t expect.
Community
Free Friday Wine and Cheese Tasting
Elephants Delicatessen
5 p.m.
Free
Free wine? Free cheese? If you missed last week’s event, head to Elephants Delicatessen for another night of samples.
Saturday, May 4
Art
Alberta Street Gallery
Tue–Sat: Noon–7 p.m., Sun: Noon–6 p.m., through May 29
Free
Maquette Reeverts’ solo exhibition features abstract drawings and paintings inspired by photography and is intended to give the effect of blurred vision.
Music
Sabertooth Music & Brew Microfest
Crystal Ballroom
3 p.m.
$10–30
It’s shrunk down to one day this year, but this fest offers brews inspired by—and sometimes made by—the bands playing. This year’s headliner is the Melvins.
Film & Theater
Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly
Newmark Theatre
Sat: 2 p.m., 5 p.m.; Sun: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. through June 2
$15–34
It’s a live adaptation of a children’s book about overcoming the fear of growing older. Some of us adults could use that, too.
Community
Crafty Wonderland Spring Art + Craft Market
Oregon Convention Center
11 a.m.
Free
More than 200 vendors will be at this showcase hosted by Crafty Wonderland. If local art isn’t enough to get you to come, kittens available for adoption might be.
Sunday, May 5
Art
“Conduit”
Stumptown Coffee 1
Mon–Fri: 6 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sat–Sun: 7 a.m.–7 p.m.
Free
Check out this collection of grayscale works by David Joel Kitcher while enjoying some cold brew.
Music
La Dispute, Gouge Away, Slow Mass
Hawthorne Theater
8 p.m.
$22.50–25
La Dispute don’t sound as aggressive as they used to, but that’s okay. It’s still in-your-face hardcore.
Film & Theater
New Expressive Works
2 p.m.
$20–25
It’s the last day to catch this play that’s not anything about space aliens but everything about humans with different dialects.
Community
Bethany Public House
11 a.m.
20% gratuity automatically applied to bill
This is another chance to put all that binge-watching to the test. You might as well do it with a mimosa.
Monday, May 6
Art
Upfor Gallery
Wed–Sat: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Free
Heidi Schwegler and Quayola’s joint exhibition focuses on the fragmentation of objects as they age.
Music
Japanarama: The Ongoing Influence of Japanese Culture
The Old Church
7:30 p.m.
$10–25, 21+
Japanese culture has had a huge influence over American culture, and Fear No Music is throwing a concert in tribute to that.
Film & Theater
Clinton Street Theater
7 p.m.
$5
It’s one of Jim Carrey’s most famous roles, and now you can see it yet again on the big screen with ticket proceeds donated to Self Enhancement, Inc.
Community
Tipsy Trivia with Steven: Blast from the Past
Scandals PDX
8 p.m.
Free, 21+
Test your ‘90s/’00s pop culture knowledge for a chance to cover your tab.