Tuesday, May 7
Art
PDX Contemporary Art
Tue–Sat: 11 a.m.–6 p.m., through June 1
Free
Ellen George’s solo exhibition of paintings are “studies in fragility and exposure.”
Music
Mississippi Studios
9 p.m.
SOLD OUT
Monolord may or may not be coming out with a new album soon, but we sold out the show in hopes of possible new material.
Film & Theater
Cinema 21
$10 ($9 with student ID)
4:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 9:15 p.m.
Satanism isn’t just about Satan—it’s about doing good for the community, too. How could you hate on devil horns now?
Community
Rogue Hall
6:30 p.m.
Free
Join Green Streets to help clean up the streets and bioswales around Rogue Hall. Bonus—Rogue will be providing beer for volunteers after the clean-up.
Wednesday, May 8
Art
Jo Hamilton, Chris Russell, Barry Johnson
Russo Lee Gallery
Tue–Fri: 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sat: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Free
This group exhibition will feature crocheted portraits, linen paintings and mixed media.
Music
Doug Fir Lounge
8 p.m.
$13–16
It’s experimental art-pop for all the experimental souls out there.
Film & Theater
Keller Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
$30–60
A tale of Greek mythology and the powers of lightning, done in a fantasy-adventure style.
Community
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
11 a.m–2 p.m.
Free
Educators, students and supporters will be rallying for more funding for K-12 schools in Oregon. Participants are encouraged to wear red.
Thursday, May 9
Art
Nationale
Wed–Mon: Noon–6 p.m.
These works by Michelle Blade draw inspiration from the Garden of Eden, portraying feminine strength.
Music
Roseland Theater
8 p.m.
$37.50–47.50
It’s been a whole decade since Michael Angelakos released his electropop debut Manners, with that undyingly infectious cut “Sleepyhead.” See him do it live.
Film & Theater
Clinton Street Theater
Thu–Sat: 8 p.m.; Sun May 12: 2 p.m.; Fri May 17: 10 p.m.; Sat May 18: 8 p.m.
$15–20
Hans Christian Andersen’s mermaid classic is reimagined as ‘90s grunge tale based in Coos Bay.
Community
10 Barrel Brewing
6 p.m.
Free
Join a guided run from the pub to Pittock Mansion to celebrate the release of Trail Butter’s new IPA-inspired nut butter. How very Portland.
Friday, May 10
Art
Eutectic Gallery
Fri–Sat: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun: Noon–5 p.m.
Free
These ceramic pieces by Kat Hutter and Roger Lee are inspired by the colors and patterns seen living in Southern California.
Music
Star Theater
9 p.m.
$22–25, 21+
Bun B is a straight up OG, coming from fronting seminal group U.G.K. and having a thriving solo career.
Film & Theater
Shaking the Tree Studio
Thu–Sun: 7:30 p.m., through June 1
$10–30
Making its West Coast debut, this play shadows a group of older women as catastrophe strikes them during a chill tea party.
Community
Helioterra Wines
5–9 p.m.
$15 in advance, $20 at door
Wine, food, flowers and more from women creators will be at this night market, perfect for a pre-Mother’s Day night out.
Saturday, May 11
Art
Froelick Gallery
Tue–Sat: 10:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Free
Paintings by Portland-based artist Stephen O’Donnell will be on display until June 1. O’Donnell will host a discussion and tour at 11 a.m. on May 11.
Music
Stavves, At the Heart of the World, Trow
Gil’s Speakeasy
8 p.m.
$7, 21+
Fierce as fuck black metal blaring from a speakeasy-style pub in the basement of an apartment building. The neighbors are gonna be pissed.
Film & Theater
Twilight Theater Company
Thu–Sat: 7:30 p.m.; Sun: 3 p.m., through May 19
$16–18
A psychology professor is tasked with putting together the Body Awareness Week events at her school, and things get a little emotional.
Community
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
7:30–11 a.m.
$50 registration, free for kids 10 and under
This walk/run benefits injured pets and animals without homes. If paying to run isn’t your thing, you can enjoy seeing all the dogs for free.
Sunday, May 12
Art
HOLDING Contemporary
Thu–Sat: Noon–5 p.m.
Free
Takahiro Yamamoto and Andy Paiko collaborated on this group exhibition featuring glass works and a live performance.
Music
Andy Human & the Reptoids, Ex-Kids and Cool Flowers
World Famous Kenton Club
9 p.m.
Free
Free punks for all the punks that like free stuff.
Film & Theater
Imago Theatre
Thu–Sat: 7:30 p.m.; Sun May 12: 2 p.m.
$10–20
Set at a mental institution, Imago adapts this Carol Triffle play about a puzzle-loving patient whose life is even more rocked by a mysterious guest.
Community
Caravan
3–4 p.m.
$10
Tour and learn more about tiny houses at the world’s first tiny house hotel, Caravan.
Monday, May 13
Art
“Inspirations from Nature: A Mother and Daughter Show”
Multnomah Arts Center
Mon–Fri: 9 a.m.–9:30 p.m; Sat/Sun: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Free
This mother-and-daughter art show features paintings by Rachel Laura and basketry by Debra Carnes.
Music
District
9 p.m.
Free, 21+
Some of the most soulful record collections spun by a rotating selection of soulful DJs, every Monday.
Film & Theater
Visions & Voices: Student Playwriting Showcase
Portland Center Stage
7 p.m.
Free
Every Monday until May 20, high school students will get the chance to have their scripts acted out by professional actors.
Community
9325 NE Sunderland Road
Mon–Sat: 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
Free
Thanks to Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portlanders are welcome to pick up some free, unlimited and high-quality compost to start their gardening season.
