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MONNOV 16
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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High School Musicals: A Book Talk and Performance

Portland State University1825 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97201

Join scholars Dr. Lindsey Mantoan, author of It's All Happening: How Musical Theater Does High School (Oxford, 2026), and Dr. Daniel Pollack-Pelzner, author of Lin-Manuel Miranda: The Education of an Artist (Simon & Schuster, 2025) for a free conversation about high school on the musical theater stage. This evening will feature performances by PSU students from some favorite high school musicals--come to sing, chat, and cheer along!

Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Learn more about theTheater Arts program at PSU's School of Music & Theater.

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MONNOV 2
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Talks & LecturesGalleriesAuthor Talks

"what do you feel? an exhibition of works by artist Diane Jacobs

Helzer GalleryPortland Community College, Rock Creek Campus, Building 3, 17705 Springville Road
Diane Jacobs is a Portland artist and bookmaker whose work explores ideas of feminism, social justice and our connection to nature. Her solo exhibition, “what do you feel?” features 3-dimensional artist books which read as sculptures, printmaking, found objects, works made of human hair, map based pieces and much more. There will be an Artist Talk on October 29th at 11 am and an Artist Reception on November 6th from 5pm-7pm.
An exhibition of Diane Jacobs' mixed-media work, including sculptural artist books, printmaking, and found objects, exploring themes of feminism, social justice, and nature.
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SUNNOV 8
8:00 PM · Doors 7:00 PM
All ages💰 $66+DanceTheaterHolidays & SeasonalPop

Derek Hough Dance for the Holidays

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall1037 SW Broadway
Derek Hough Dance for the Holidays is a joyous celebration of the most festive time of the year! With jingle bells and sleigh bells, holiday carols and cheer, Hough’s latest dance spectacular is a show stopping event for the whole family. Fans will be thrilled and delighted as Hough and his cast of phenomenal dancers bring your favorite holiday tunes to life through dance, from the well sung classics to modern pop hits with all of the incredible choreography, exciting stage production and...
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MONNOV 2
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
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A Talk by Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath

Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational UCC1126 SW Park Ave
Join an essential lecture by the acclaimed Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath. Jared Cooney Horvath (PhD, MEd) is a neuroscientist, educator, best-selling author and expert in the field of human learning. His new book, The Digital Delusion: How Classroom...
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THUNOV 5
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
FilmMuseumsGalleriesPoetryAuthor TalksLive Podcasts & RadioVarietyStand-UpHip-HopCultural HeritageTalks & Lectures

Free First Thursday with Live Wire Radio

Portland Art Museum1219 SW Park Ave
Overview Portland Art Museum invites the community to join a Free First Thursday event, offering free admission to the museum for all, plus a Live Wire event as part of the Literary Arts Portland Book Festival. Visitors can take in the afternoon gallery pop-ups, the evening show, or both! Free First Thursday + Museum pop-ups 4:30 – 6 p.m. — Free, pre-show, pop-up performances will take place throughout the Museum’s galleries. Performers are poet and rapper Dessa, bestselling children’s...
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THUNOV 5
7:00 PM – 8:45 PM
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BACKFENCE Unhinged podcast — LIVE TAPING!

Powell’s City of Books1005 W Burnside St.
The BACKFENCE Unhinged podcast records their first ever live show with incredible guests Mitchell S. Jackson and Nicole Hardy sharing delightfully unhinged stories. Hosted by Andrew Dicson and Frayn Masters, and presented by Portland Mercury and...
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WEDNOV 4
7:30 PM · Doors 6:30 PM
ReadingsAuthor TalksStand-UpMusic

Davide De Pierro

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 NE Alberta St
Inspired by Davide De Pierro’ s newly released novel The Letters I Never Sent , his live show blends personal storytelling, humor, and audience conversation. Throughout the night, De Pierro will deliver a monologue and read selections from the...
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