Nightlife & Social❯Social Mixers

Author of It Starts With Anger James Spooner will be visiting campus on Nov 9th as our special author visit for Fall's MRC Book Club gathering. Spooner will be giving a talk on the intersections of punk, race and creative art practice, with time for Q&A.

Reed Librarians picked this coming-of-age graphic memoir that explores race, identity, and rebellion because of how Spooner traces how their reactionary anger evolved into a creative force. Confronted with systemic racism, microaggressions, and Nazi extremism within punk spaces, Spooner follows the founding of the Afro-Punk movement all the way to their leaving of the space due to all the ways it fell short as a scene that was ironically both liberating and alienating for the Black people drawn to it.

Their zine-inspired work includes photos, illustrations, and cartoon panels with traditional narrative in a unique package that examines the tension between the conflation of underground culture and mainstream success.

All are welcome to this event. Open to the community. Free for all.

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We encourage Reed students, staff and faculty to sign up for the MRC Book Club to score a copy of Spooner's autobio. Sign up for your free copy here.

Get ready to laugh, get ready to learn, get ready to make some new nerdy friends.

Nerd Nite is a monthly event held in 100+ cities across the globe during which folks give 20-minute fun-yet-informative presentations across all disciplines – while the audience drinks along!

There are often bands, trivia, speed-friending, and other shenanigans as well.

Imagine learning about math feuds, the emu war of Australia, the genealogy of Godzilla, or zombie insects, while having a few drinks.

Join us for a fun (and FREE) Mixer Tournament the 1st Monday of every month @ 6:40pm. This is a great tournament for people of all skill levels that want to play with new people in a more relaxed competitive environment.

Join our Discord server to engage with our community & register for tournaments online:
https://discord.gg/dnqG5wNzSa

CODE OF CONDUCT:
Please review our community Code of Conduct before attending, as ALL attendees will be responsible for upholding this during the tournament:
https://bit.ly/KQPDXcoc
We will have extra masks on hand if needed.

⏰ Schedule:
5 PM – 6:05 PM: Sign ups!
6:05 PM – 6:40 PM: Draft picks & warmup games
6:40 PM – 10 PM (ish): Mixer Tournament games

🕹 Format:
Exact format depends on the number of teams that sign up, and will be announced the night-of. Occasionally we’ll swap this out for other fun and unique formats. That said, here’s what we usually do:
<= 4 teams: Round Robin -> Ladder
5-6 teams: Round Robin
7+ teams: Double Elim
You don’t need to find or bring a team with you! All skill levels encouraged to sign up – including if you’ve never played before. You’ll sign up individually for the tournament (BEFORE 6:05pm!) at the venue, and we’ll find a few people that want to captain. After sign ups close, we’ll be doing a snake draft where captains choose members for their team. Please stay in the area between 6 – 6:30pm so we can find you after the draft is complete and get started on time!
If you show up late for signups there’s ~no guarantee~ you’ll get to play in the tournament. Please keep that in mind! If you’re running late but you know you’ll be there BEFORE 6:30pm, please message someone attending and ask if there are any options.

🏆 Prizes:
1st🥇: $50 gift certificate for the team to split & $10 game cards for each player.
2nd🥈: $50 gift certificate for the team to split.
3rd🥉: $25 gift certificate for the team to split.

🎥 Stream & Bracket:
You’ll be able to see the Twitch stream, Twitch chat, and the Challonge bracket on the Live Matches page of our website here:
https://killerqueenpdx.buzz/live
If you’d prefer direct links, we’ll be streaming the tournament on our Twitch page here:
https://www.twitch.tv/kqpdx
The Challonge bracket will be posted here:
https://challonge.com/communities/kqpdx

↩️ Finding the KQ cabinets:
🔵 Blue Side 🔵
Once you enter Ground Kontrol you’ll need to walk straight back and around the first bar, take a left and go all the way to the back room. Killer Queen is in the back-right corner of the blue room, near the second bar.

Skip the Small Talk hosts an evening of guided conversations that go deeper than the usual small talk, with thoughtful prompts and a structured format to help people meet. Come on your own or bring a friend to this all-ages friendship event at Powell's City of Books on...

You’re warmly invited to celebrate the season at our Holiday Mixer. As the year draws to a close, we’d love for you to share in the joy of the season and meet the people who make Terwilliger Plaza special—our Members. Enjoy live music, seasonal fare, and signature holiday beverages as you explore Parkview and Tower apartment homes and experience the spirit that makes this community shine.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Mix and mingle with current Members to learn about community life and living at Terwilliger Plaza

• Enjoy live music by pianist Linda Smith and delicious refreshments, including apple cider and mulled wine

• Opportunity to tour a selection of Parkview and Tower apartment homes

Date: Tuesday, November 17
Time: 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Location: Parkview Auditorium
575 SW Sheridan St, Portland, OR 97201

RSVP required. Please call 503-808-7870 or send us an email at[email protected]

Join the Child Care for Oregon Coalition for a happy hour event to learn more about who the coalition is, our northstar, and how you can get involved in the movement for child care for all! Meet with our committee members, parents, and providers over light bites and drinks and discover advocacy opportunities that best match your interests and experiences. Register to join here!

A welcoming space for queer women, sapphics, and trans and nonbinary people over 40, as well as those interested in dating them. This gathering offers a relaxed way to connect through games, crafts, conversation, and activities such as trivia, puzzles, and Q&A in rotating small groups. It is not speed dating, and it creates opportunities to meet people interested in both friendship and relationships while building community. Registration is $10. Photos may be taken and used for future promotional purposes.

Join us for Cribbage Sundays! ❤️♠️

From seasoned pros to first-time players, this is a relaxed, community-style gathering where neighbors can connect over cards, conversation, and craft beer.

Here’s how it works:

• Bring your own board + cards if you have them (we’ll have a couple on hand to share).

• Play 2–3 games in a casual, drop-in format.

• Everyone who participates gets ½ off their first alcoholic drink — beer, cider, seltzer, or wine. 🍻

We’ll meet every other Sunday from 3–5 PM.

Must be 21+ to attend.

The Connection Club is hosting a Game Night in Beaverton in partnership with The Arc PDX!

Come enjoy a relaxed evening, meet some new people,

🃏 We will have board and card games and there will be some video game consoles available to use. 🎮

🍕 There will be snacks, drinks, and pizza available.

This event is open to everyone and is free.

An inclusive Access Together meet-up at Primal Burger in Portland offers a relaxed setting to connect around accessibility and community. People of all abilities and backgrounds are welcome, including those with non-apparent disabilities. Expect friendly conversation, opportunities to share stories and practical tips, and a welcoming space to make new connections. The menu includes paleo, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Public transit access includes TriMet bus 19 stopping close by, with routes 71 and 75 a short walk away.

Our first SPC Book Club is officially happening! Men, women, and all single parents are welcome. No assigned reading this time — our first meetup is about meeting each other, swapping ideas, and choosing our very first book together. Bring a book (or a few!) you think we should add to the list.

The meetup will take place in Hillsboro near Main & Brookwood. Full address will be released to those who RSVP.

Our only request? Please leave the self-help books at home. We’re single parents. We get enough advice already. Give us funny, witty, slightly inappropriate, relatable, or laugh-so-you-don’t-cry reads about single parenting, dating, divorce, starting over, or the general ridiculousness of adult life.

🍷 BYOB + BYOF — bring whatever you’d like to sip and snack on. Sharing is optional. We’re parents. We understand hiding the good snacks.

👧 Kids are welcome! Have them bring coloring books, tablets, games, or other activities to keep themselves entertained while the grown-ups get some much-needed adult conversation.

🏡 We’ll be meeting at a private residence, so the address will be shared with confirmed RSVPs and will not be posted publicly. Bring a book. Bring a beverage. Bring your sense of humor. We will then meet every other Tuesday until the book has been completed!

*Free* for all!

We’ll pick the book. The kids will probably interrupt us. It’ll be great. 📖🍷😂

🌍 Sip, chat, and connect! Stop by the Cultural Beverage Table for a FREE international drink and meet students from the International Cultural Service Program (ICSP). Discover new flavors, ask questions, and learn about their cultures! ☕

Join a monthly in-person witchy gathering at Seagrape Apothecary. Dive into the realm of magic and self-care with like-minded babes in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. This event is ideal for those seeking to build community, explore their magical practices, and exchange knowledge. Brew up lots of bewitching ritual ideas, share witchy tips, and simply have a great time together. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting on your witchy journey, this meet and greet is the perfect place to make new friends and bond over all things your besties from the Midwest won't talk to you about. So grab your broomstick and join a morning of charming conversations and mystical connections.

November Topic: Tending Your Inner Witch

In November, embark on the profound journey of Shadow Work. How is your relationship with your shadow self? Explore tools to befriend your shadow, embrace change, and practice self-care during transitional times. Delve into the depths of your psyche, confronting the hidden aspects of yourself with compassion and courage. Navigate the shadows and emerge into the light, empowered and transformed.

Event Details:

• Masks aren't required, but greatly appreciated. Please wear a mask while you attend this sweet in-person event out of consideration for the immunocompromised community.
• Limited Capacity: Only 25 spots available, so book your ticket early
• Ticket Price: $15, includes a $15 credit upon arrival that you can use for another community event OR product in the store (essentially two free events). Your credit can be used towards any purchase at Seagrape Apothecary.

Come together to celebrate magic and create a vibrant community of witches. Space is limited. If you have any COVID-19 symptoms before the gathering, please do not attend. Enrollment is accepted up until the day of the event, as long as spots are available.

ATTENTION ALL TRANS-MASCS!

Come join us for our very first Trans-Mascs Meet Up potluck! In celebration of the holiday’s, this will be the first of TWO holiday inspired events so you do not want to miss them!

I felt a huge loss of community when I transitioned so I created this space to where you can come to socialize and hang out with other trans-mascs!

Trans-Mascs Meet Up is a safe space where you don't have to prove you are trans enough. This space is inclusive of nonbinary, gender expansive, and other diverse trans masculine identities. You can come as you are and enjoy company with others like you!

I’m SUPER excited to share this space with you all. Come bring a dish and be with community this holiday season! You do not need to bring food to participate in this event but it’s encouraged! Sign ups are not required but highly encouraged especially if you are choosing to bring a dish.

If you know anyone who might be interested, please share this information with them! For any questions about this event, feel free to contact Nato Hand at [email protected] and don’t forget to follow the official Trans-Mascs Meet Up instagram account @transmascs_meet.vc for event reminders and updates!

Hosted at June in Beaverton, this gathering welcomes queer women, sapphic people, and trans and nonbinary individuals in an affirming space. Expect relaxed conversation alongside playful activities designed to make introductions comfortable and fun. It is not a speed dating format. Participants rotate through small groups of three to six and take part in Q&A prompts, trivia, simple crafts, puzzles, and similar icebreakers. The goal is to encourage connections that can lead to friendships or relationships while strengthening community bonds. Event photography will occur, and attendance indicates consent to be photographed and to the use of images for future promotional purposes.

Join the Office for Student Engagement's event, Let's Talk About It: Hidden Curriculum as a First-Generation College Student! All are welcome, and please note that the conversation topics will be focused on first-generation college experiences (you are the first in your family to attend college). Students, staff, and faculty are welcome!

The event will include loosely facilitated roundtable conversations with topics about imposter syndrome, navigating the hidden curriculum, and more. This is a collaboration with the Low Socioeconomic Status and First Generation Student Kollectiv student group and Student Engagement.

Sign-ups are encouraged so we have an accurate headcount for food, but walk-ins are welcome! Please sign up by November 5.

Sign Squad is a popular, inclusive weekly American Sign Language (ASL) meetup where Deaf individuals, beginners, and experienced signers gather to socialize and practice signing. It is an all-ages, no-pressure environment.

The Sign Squad community meets at Woodstock Cafe, a beloved gathering space for the local Deaf community, famous for taking orders in sign language and providing an accessible, welcoming environment. Affectionately called the Sign Language Cafe, Woodstock café offers a space for Deaf and hearing individuals to communicate and collaborate seamlessly, supporting community bonds through shared interests.

By attending and participating in Sign Squad, you’ll contribute to a culture of inclusivity and support both CymaSpace’s mission and the wider Deaf community. All skill levels are welcome to come learn, chat, and participate.

Tired of your abuela giving you the side-eye when you forget a word? Or maybe just looking for a low-stakes way to dust off your English skills? Whether you're a "No Sabo" kid or a fluent pro, we've got a spot for you!

LULAC Southwest Washington is teaming up with Dandelion Teahouse & Apothecary for a night of zero-judgement conversation. We're swapping the textbooks for board games and tea.

Here's the vibe:

-Practice your Spanish (even if it's just the basics!)

-Practice your English (o si hablas Español y quieres practicar tu Ingés)

-Play games & make friends in a cozy atmosphere.

Come for the practice, stay for the community. Si sabes, sabes!

Free! On the Heated Patio!

A rotating cast of DJ’s and musicians keep this party alive! Weekly every Wednesday at Alberta Street Pub

ALL moms are welcome to this lil happy hour: divorced moms, single moms, partnered moms, mom-types — come hang. AKA COOL MOMS. One glass of wine or N/A cocktail is included in the ticket price. As is a delicious spread of food catered by our lovely friends at Guilder.

Come hang out with Cantor Bitton and CNS Men’s Club for pizza, salad, beer, camaraderie and discussion! Come meet new friends, eat some pizza, have a beer, and maybe learn something!

This relaxed evening at the Clubhouse offers moms and caregivers of neurodivergent teens and adults a welcoming space for conversation, snacks, and connection with people who understand. The gathering is grounded in acceptance, understanding, and kindness, and participants are welcome to come as they are and stay for as long as they like. Nonalcoholic beverages will be available, and guests may bring their own drinks. Registered participants will receive an email with options for adding food to a group delivery order. Please register in advance so organizers can prepare a comfortable space.

🚨 Newsflash: Hillsboro Downtown Bicycle Happy Hour

• Organizer: John Haide
• Schedule: Happy Hour from 4:30PM to 7:00PM
• Location Details: Gather at picnic tables with Canopies north side of Decadent Creations Bakery.
• Audience: General (all ages)

A gathering of people interested in sharing their love for bicycling. Gather next to Decadent Creations Bakery between 4:30PM and 7:PM
Lots of food and beverage options in the area.
You can drop into the WashCo Bikes Community Bike Shop also. Open until 5:00PM

Come hang out with the Portland Chapter of the PNW Battery Collaborative for our fall Happy Hour. Come and go as you please. Meetup with known battery enthusiast friends, and meet some new ones! The Pacific Northwest Battery Collaborative is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit with one mission: make the PNW the leading hub of battery innovation for the nation. We connect the entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers, and enthusiasts driving energy storage forward across Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia. The PNWBC is the region's largest battery-focused community organization with 1,600+ participants. Follow our LinkedIn page to learn about battery innovations & opportunities in the PNW and join the thousands of other collaborators who subscribe to our events calendar. Want to support the local battery community? Please donate here!

We've all heard that making friends is hard, loneliness is an epidemic, and the internet is making us all forget how to be humans. So let’s ACTUALLY DO SOMETHING about it and talk to other human beings! You’ll pair up with the other nice people who showed up, and you’ll switch off partners every so often (kinda like speed-dating, but without the speed and without the dating). We'll have a fabulous host leading the whole shebang so it won't be awkward, and we'll give you question cards to guide conversation just a few notches deeper than you'd usually go so you don't accidentally talk about what you do for work six times in a row. EVENT START-END TIME | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm PT AGE RANGE | 21+: While many folks who attend our events are in their 20s and 30s, all guests 21+ will be enthusiastically welcome! Please be sure to bring your government-issued ID, as this venue is 21+. There will be food and drinks for sale!

Join us for Hand Sew Happy Hour in collaboration with the Portland Modern Quilt Guild. Bring your hand-sewing projects, sip some wine, and connect with fellow makers. We gather on the last Friday of every month.

No RSVP needed — just come hang out!

Portland Digital Dabblers: Art, Animation and Tech Socials **EVENT DESCRIPTION** A simple social event to work on projects and socialize together, all experience levels are welcome to join! Please show support for Honey Latte and **MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE FOOD/DRINK.** Thanks :)

**Request to Join our Discord Chat:** [https://discord.gg/YDUauGfWtR](https://discord.gg/YDUauGfWtR) **Visit our Website:** [https://digitaldabblers.com](https://digitaldabblers.com)

**EVENT AGENDA** Most people tend to draw or work on art projects, however you can come with whatever creative project you're working on and we anticipate folks roving between both tables. **We'll be there at 8am, but feel free to drop-in anytime.** **We'll be at two of the big tables in the back.**

* 9-11am Drop-in Social & Work Session * **\~11am: Introductions & Announcements** * Noon-1pm: Wrap-up

**CODE OF CONDUCT**

* **Respect for all attendees:** Treat everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of background, experience, or perspective. * **Inclusive language:** Avoid using offensive or discriminatory language. * **Appropriate sharing:** Share information and experiences in a respectful and mindful manner. Avoid oversharing personal details or sensitive information. Please be mindful of specific topics of NSFW art when discussing with everyone in earshot. It's important for folks to provide consent to hear/partake in certain discussions. * **Health and well-being:** While open communication is encouraged, excessive discussion of personal health issues may not be appropriate for a social setting. * **No hate speech or discrimination:** Any form of hate speech, discrimination, or harassment will not be tolerated. * **Avoid political discussions:** To maintain a positive and inclusive environment, please refrain from discussing political topics.

**FAQ:**

* **Is there parking and is it free?** YES parking is free on the weekends

**OUR MISSION:** We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) member-supported community that provides high-quality education, workshops, and mentoring programs for digital creatives of all skill levels, abilities, backgrounds, and financial means. We collaborate on projects with measurable social impact, while inspiring each other to learn, make friends, and experience personal growth! [https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/](https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/ "https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/")

Connect with fellow writers. Do you write high adult fantasy, horror, children's sci-fi video games, magical realism? Are you looking for a critique? Maybe you want to run your magic system by fellow storytellers, or build a DnD character. Join us for a drink! (with or without alcohol) We'd love to meet you. We'll be around every 2nd Friday at 5pm, till whenever.

At Operation Nightwatch, volunteers play an important role to those who come through our doors each night; and not only through serving food and distributing essential items. Social connection is at the heart of our mission, and we strive to provide our guests with hospitality and unconditional positive regard with each interaction. Three nights a week we provide a comfortable atmosphere for guests to socialize over a cup of coffee, connect with their greater community of unhoused and housed folks alike, cultivate friendships…and probably beat you at Scrabble. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 5:45 pm for a brief orientation and tour of our facilities before being assigned tasks. Throughout the evening you may be tasked with a variety of duties ranging from coffee service to bathroom monitor, but our core mission remains: providing hospitality & social connection. We invite you to show up just as you are, and expect you to extend the same grace to our guests. The majority of our guests are experiencing houselessness, but many do have housing and may even live nearby. Operation Nightwatch welcomes everyone without question. Every meal or cup of coffee is served with kindness and respect. Since 1981, Operation Nightwatch has been providing hospitality to alleviate the isolation experienced by those living on the streets. We also distribute essential items and offer drop in mental health support to those who request it. Our hospitality center is one of the few who offer nighttime services, and for this reason acts as a “last stop” and meeting place for folks to meet their basic needs, wind down, and connect with their community. Project Requirements: Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to attend this project. If you plan to bring guests you MUST reserve slots for them. The best way to do this is to create a Volunteer Team, then sign up your team for this project. IMPORTANT NOTE: You are responsible for ensuring that everyone signed up through your team attends - only sign up team members who have confirmed their availability. Teams that repeatedly sign up, but do not show up or show up with fewer volunteers than they signed up, may be removed. To add or remove team members from a project, click on "My Account" and then "My Teams," above. Click "Sign Up" below to reserve your spot! Need help signing up? Email [email protected].

Come meet new friends, catch up with old ones, and enjoy coffee and treats!

PDX Neurodivergent Tech Workers **Who is this for?** Whether you are a seasoned software developer, a budding tech enthusiast, or whoever, this event offers a welcoming space for neurodivergent nerds. We are queer and trans led and welcome individuals of all backgrounds. Join us for an evening of community building!

**Where Will We be?** For winter we will be meeting online for covid friendlyndliness and sensory comfort.

**What are we doing?** Socializing, talking about challenges at work, tal

EVENT START-END TIME | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm PT We've all heard that making friends is hard, loneliness is an epidemic, and the internet is making us all forget how to be humans. So let’s ACTUALLY DO SOMETHING about it and talk to other human beings! You’ll pair up with the other...

Join us for our monthly Queer & Trans Meetup at Dandelion Teahouse & Apothecary — a free, low-pressure, come-as-you-are gathering for queer, trans, questioning folks and our allies.

This is a casual, unstructured hangout designed for connection without expectations. Stop by anytime between 5:30–8:00 PM, stay for a few minutes or the whole evening, and engage however feels good to you. Friendly facilitators will be present to help welcome folks, and optional activities (like games or art supplies) may be available - but there’s no agenda and no pressure to participate.

Whether you’re looking to meet new people or simply share space in community, you belong here.

We've all heard that making friends is hard, loneliness is an epidemic, and the internet is making us all forget how to be humans. So let’s ACTUALLY DO SOMETHING about it and talk to other human beings! You’ll pair up with the other nice people who showed up, and you’ll switch off partners every so often (kinda like speed-dating, but without the speed and without the dating). We'll have a fabulous host leading the whole shebang so it won't be awkward, and we'll give you question cards to guide conversation just a few notches deeper than you'd usually go so you don't accidentally talk about what you do for work six times in a row. EVENT START-END TIME | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm PT AGE RANGE | 30-45: This event is centered on people ages 30-45, but we welcome guests a year or two outside of that range who would feel comfortable being friends with people in the above age group. If you are outside of this age range, don't worry-- we have a lot of other events on our calendar, including all-ages events, that might be a better fit! Please be sure to bring your government-issued ID, as this venue is 21+. There will be food and drinks for sale!

EVENT START-END TIME | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm PT This event is centered on people ages 30-45, but we welcome guests a year or two outside of that range who would feel comfortable being friends with people in the above age group. We've all heard that making friends is hard,...