The great Ron Swanson once said, “Never half-ass two things; whole-ass one thing.” Clearly, Swanson was referring to date night with this gem of a quote. Believe me when I…
Bar fatigue
Suffering from bar fatigue? Need a different type of entertainment? Tired of sitting on a bar stool with little to occupy yourself? Here are some alternative options to make the most of…
Never know where the night’ll go
Going out for the night? Be prepared Always be prepared for wherever the night takes you Most nights, I find it’s easiest to stay at home watching Netflix. When I…
Bacon in the dark of night: stories from the Hotcake House
It’s early Wednesday morning. Like really, really, early—1:30 a.m. early and I’m walking toward the iconic sign on the right side of Powell Boulevard going east. If you’ve been in…
I’m board! Suggestions for a night in playing board games
Going out can be a hassle. From dealing with cover charges, overpriced drinks, blaring music that you have to yell over just to have a conversation, and people in general,…
This weekend around the world
From quad-vods to family nights smoking cigars and dipping churros in chocolate sauce, four Portland State students describe what a typical night out looks like around the world and how…
Portland improv nights
Are you heading out for a night on the town, but you’re not sure how to get your kicks? Why not check out Portland’s growing improv comedy scene? There are…
Hangover begone!
I’m sure most of you reading this are college students, and sometimes you like to dabble in a little casual (or not so casual) drinking. Drinking can be fun and…
Rideshare horror stories
Nightmares from behind the steering wheel of a nightcrawler Driving Mrs. Pukey Nightcrawlers are what some people in the rideshare industry call people who work the graveyard shift. Personally, I…
Sports night out
Alternative sporting events to occupy your spring evening. Baseball The Hillsboro Hops are a Class A short season affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Hops offer the highest level of…
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…