A special collaboration pop-up between Chef Alex Kamakanialoha Herrera, Elemental Acres, and Che PDX, pairing farm-fresh food with the flavors of Hawaii and Mexico. Featuring locally grown Meishan pork from Goble, OR as the star of the menu, with vegetarian and pork-free options available. The evening also includes oldies jams and karaoke till late.
Every First Friday is a PARTY as The Sipp. Join us Nov 6th for a FRIENDSgiving party. Sip and Snack specials, plus a fantastic vendor market, and karaoke starting at 8! Come dressed as your favorite sitcom characters (doesn't have to be from FRIENDS) for entry into the raffle and a chance to win!
Vampire Unicorns will host a Tea Blending Workshop from 11 a.m. to noon Nov. 14. Steep yourself in magic and learn the art of crafting bespoke tea blends to nourish body and spirit. Explore which teas pair with fragrant flowers, herbs and spices to create various tea blends. Students will make their own blend to take home. The cost is $35 and includes all ingredients. Register at vampireunicorns.xyz.
14 Acres Vineyard and Winery, 2411 N.E. 244th St., Ridgefield, hosts Wined Down Wednesdays from 5-8 p.m. every Wednesday. Guests 21 and over can sing karaoke and enjoy wine by the glass and by the bottle.
James Beard Award-winning Chef Edgar Rico and Sara Mardanbigi bring their Michelin-recognized Nixta Taqueria from Austin to OK Chicken for a collaboration with Earl Nimsom, celebrating his new cookbook 'Nixta Taqueria: From Tacos to Tahdig.' Featuring Mexican, Thai, drinks, and cookbooks as part of the 2026 Portland Book Festival.
Sign up for the poster session here!
The 2026 Pauling Medal will be presented to Professor Wooley at the 2026 Pauling Medal Symposium on November 7, 2026, at Portland State University in Portland, OR, in recognition of her pioneering studies.
Information about the symposium is posted at the Pauling Medal web page. The symposium includes lectures by eminent scientists and the awardee, a student poster session, a reception, and an evening banquet with presentation of the Pauling Medal to Professor Wooley.
The symposium is free and open to the public. The Awards Dinner is open to the public but requires advance purchase of a banquet ticket. Please visit the Pauling Medal web page for event details and banquet tickets.
Schedule:
1:00 - 5:30pm: Symposium in Hoffman Hall
Symposium speakers