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Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Celebrate DĂ­a de los Muertos at M&M Marketplace in Hillsboro with two days of music, food, traditional ofrendas, Calenda, Calaveritas Literarias, a Catrina contest, shopping, and family entertainment. This free community celebration honors loved...
THUNOV 5
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
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Live Wire: Dessa, Mac Barnett, Ed Park, and Mx. Dahlia Belle

Portland Art Museum1219 Southwest Park Avenue
Live Wire joins forces with the Portland Art Museum for an afternoon of roving performances ahead of an evening recording of the program. The event coincides with PAM's monthly Free First Thursday and the Portland Book Festival's expanded...
THUNOV 5
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Free First Thursday with Live Wire Radio

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
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Oregon Jewish Voices

Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education724 Northwest Davis Street

Started in 1999 and organized by writer Willa Schneberg, this annual event features readings by prominent Oregon Jewish poets and writers. The writers in the 2026 program span a range of genres, including fiction, poetry, non-fiction, and essays. Each author will share selections from their work.

Started in 1999 and organized by writer Willa Schneberg, this annual event features readings by prominent Oregon Jewish poets and writers. The writers in the 2026 program span a range of genres, including fiction, poetry, non-fiction, and essays.
TUENOV 3
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Election Night Service

Join us for a contemplative service of Scripture readings, poetry, prayers, and choral music on Election Day. The Cathedral Schola will sing music by Edward Elgar, Horatio Parker, and Katie Webb. (Livestreamed)
MONNOV 9
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
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Open Mic Night at Rae Loft

Each month, embark on a journey where you showcase your talents. Whether you are a singer/songwriter, a poet, or a solo instrumentalist, here's your opportunity to shine on the stage. Feel free to start a jam as well. The stage is yours. Get...
SATNOV 7
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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Verboort Sausage and Kraut Festival

Verboort Sausage & Kraut Festival4317 NW Visitation Rd
Get ready for the 92nd Verboort Sausage and Kraut Festival, a one-day celebration in Verboort, Oregon. Bring your appetite for the famous all-you-can-eat sausage and kraut dinner, or take home bulk sausage and kraut to create your own festival...
THUNOV 5
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Talks & LecturesPoetryAuthor Talks

Brian Doyle Celebration and Book Release

Join Mary Miller Doyle and friends for a presentation of Wonder Is a Lovely Place to Be: 365 Days of Wit, Wisdom, and Irrepressible Imagination by Brian Doyle and Mary Miller Doyle. Drawing from both beloved and previously unpublished Brian Doyle...

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