The Portland-born Bridgetown Comedy Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary May 4–7. The event will kick off with a performance by Patton Oswalt on May 2 at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. The…
Now showing: ‘Colossal’
To riff on the movie’s title (as every other reviewer certainly will), Colossal was colossally and pleasantly unexpected. Of course, seeing any film without having watched the trailers or read the…
How to not drink in drinking spaces
There’s no shortage of drinking spaces in Portland. From restaurants, bars and clubs to concerts, events and parties, Portland seems like a drinking city. But for those who’d rather experience…
Late night snack shacks
Although Portland is gorgeous and unique in a variety of ways, it seems to be the city that always sleeps. By 9 p.m. the streets are completely empty, businesses are…
How to drink in nondrinking spaces
Drinking in nondrinking spaces can be kind of a drag. Like, how are you supposed to get your buzz on if you’re in a place that doesn’t call for that…
Happiest of hours
Bartini from 4 p.m.–6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.–Close 2108 NW Glisan St. For an upscale happy hour complete with a large drink selection, wings, and even chocolate and cheese fondue…
A Seat at Solange & Big Freedia
Solange Is this the best we can do for Solange? I’m sitting in the eleventh row of the sold-out Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, and Solange’s opening act, the all-white clad…
On-campus events calendar: May 2–8
Featured Event ASPSU ELECTION Vote!!!!!! Elections open through May 3 Online (use your ODIN login) Free, all ages The president and vice president might be running unopposed, but as we…
Off-campus events calendar: May 2–8
Featured Event DANCE PARTY Twin Peaks Dance Party Saturday, May 6, 8 p.m. The Fixin’ To $10, 21+ The Log Lady (Vera Mysteria) hosts this dance party celebrating the new season…
Barcade fire: best Portland barcades
Stuck between wanting to be a grown up and a kid at the same time? What better way to not have to choose than by checking out some of Portland’s…
Don’t be ‘that guy’
Concert season is about to begin and it’s time to brush up on the spoken and unspoken rules of concert etiquette. Here are 11 tips to avoid becoming “that guy”…