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SUNNOV 1
7:00 PM
21+Stand-Up

The Neon Room at Helium: Tokyo Kanpai Boys (SHOW PERFORMED IN ENGLISH)

Meet the Tokyo Kanpai Boys, Japan's funniest stand-up comedians bringing brand-new material and a wildly entertaining look at life & comedy through Japanese eyes.

Featuring Kansei Yasuda, Daniel Wilson, Shota Saimu and Daisuke Muramoto.

Whether they're explaining Japanese dating culture, exposing everyday misunderstandings between East and West, or simply proving that awkwardness is universal in every language, Tokyo Kanpai Boys delivers a show that's packed with laughs.

Don’t miss this unforgettable night of international comedy that bridges cultures through laughter. Cheers ("Kanpai!") to that. 🍻

Featuring:

Kansei Yasuda

Originally from Tokyo and now based in Toronto, Kansei is one of the fastest-rising international comics working today. A Golden Ticket winner on Kill Tony, he has toured throughout North America and Asia, earning acclaim for his energetic storytelling, sharp cultural observations, and brilliantly unpredictable style.

Daniel Wilson

A Japanese-American comedian based in Tokyo, Daniel has built a massive global following through his viral "Let Me Teach You Some Japanese" videos, earning over200,000 Instagram followers and 5.5 million TikTok likes. Trained at Japan's prestigious Watanabe Comedy School, he combines Japanese and American comedy traditions into a style that's both insightful and endlessly relatable.

Shota Saimu

Known for his deceptively quiet stage presence and devastating punchlines, Shota has become a favorite among audiences in both Japan and the United States. Performing in both English and Japanese, his dry delivery, understated confidence, and viral online clips have made him one of Japan's most exciting emerging comedic voices.

Daisuke Muramoto

One of Japan's most recognizable comedians, Muramoto first rose to fame as half of the legendary manzai duo Woman Rush Hour, appearing on hundreds of television programs before reinventing himself as one of Japan's boldest stand-up voices. His acclaimed documentary I Am a Comedian chronicles his journey from mainstream celebrity to internationally touring performer whose fearless comedy tackles politics, culture, and identity.

Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

THUNOV 5
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Live Podcasts & RadioVarietyStand-UpMuseumsPoetryAuthor TalksHip-HopTalks & Lectures

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 author Mac Barnett, Pulitzer Prize Finalist Ed Park, and Portland comedian Mx. Dahlia Belle.

Free First Thursday tickets can be reserved online one week in advance and are also available at the door.

tickets for free first thursday Live Wire Evening Recording

7 p.m. — Enjoy a fully seated, ticketed Live Wire taping hosted by Luke Burbank with announcer Elena Passarello, featuring a blend of interviews, comedy, and music performed live for the audience, then edited into an episode for broadcast to over 200 public radio stations nationwide. Performers are poet and rapper Dessa, bestselling children’s author Mac Barnett, Pulitzer Prize Finalist Ed Park, and Portland comedian Mx. Dahlia Belle. Doors will open at 6:30pm.

GA Tickets are $15. Preferred Seating is $40. Discounts available to Portland Book Festival passholders.

tickets for 7pm Live Wire recording Performers

Dessa is a singer, rapper, and writer who fell in love with language as a toddler—and just never got over it. Now, she works in fields that traffic in words: she’s recorded rap bangers as part of the fiercely independent Doomtree collective, released a live album with the Grammy-winning Minnesota Orchestra; contributed to The New York Times and National Geographic Traveler; delivered a TED Talk on the intersection of romance and neuroscience that’s notched more than 4 million views; hosted 2 seasons of behavioral science podcast Deeply Human (BBC/American Public Media); and published a memoir recounting most of the above called My Own Devices (Penguin Random House).

Mac Barnett, the 2025–2026 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, is a New York Times bestselling author of stories for children. Mac’s books have won many prizes, including two Caldecott Honors, three New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Book Awards, three E. B. White Read Aloud Awards and the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award, as well as several international prizes. He lives in Oakland, California. His latest book, illustrated by X. Fang, is Tom Nancy: The Sheep Who Swapped Brains with a Boy. From two of the most exciting picture book makers today comes a hilarious trickster tale and Freaky Friday switcheroo story: a sneaky, cheeky sheep named Tom Nancy has a brain swap proposal for an innocent farm boy named Felix that will change both of their lives forever. Laugh-out-loud, subversive, and totally unexpected.

Ed Park is the author of the novels Personal Days and Same Bed Different Dreams. He is a founding editor of The Believer, and has worked in newspapers, book publishing, and academia. His writing appears in The New Yorker, The New York Review of Books, Harper’s Magazine, The Atlantic, and elsewhere. Profound, wily, and beautifully wrought, his new book Three Tenses: A Transmission from the Nineties is a meeting of memory and myth, confession and obfuscation, coalescing to offer a singular picture of creativity in action.

The princess of Portland comedy, best known for her breakout performance on the popular Netflix special Hannah Gadsby’s Gender Agenda, Mx. Dahlia Belle has been compared to a Swiss Army knife—different tools to extract sharpness, softness, vulnerability, hope, and wicked wit. She’s been declared one of “11 Trans Comedians… Funnier Than Dave Chappelle” by Out Magazine, repeatedly featured on NPR, and has written for Cosmopolitan Magazine, The Guardian, The Stranger, and Portland Mercury. Her live performances have included NW Black Comedy Festival, Upper Left Comedy Festival, SF Sketchfest, and an awkward conversation with John Waters and Piers Morgan. In the upcoming live taping of her comedy special Affirmed at Polaris Hall on November 22nd, Mx. Dahlia Belle delivers 60 new minutes of stand-up to celebrate and affirm being human in the modern world through a combination of the wholesome and mundane, anecdotes about house cats, liscivious foibles of the LGBT community, and an unapologetic account of her personal journey with gender-affirming care, all delivered with her trademark free form wit.

About Free First Thursdays

Free First Thursdays at the Museum and PAM CUT’s Tomorrow Theater aligns with the revitalization of the long-standing Portland art galleries’ tradition of opening their doors for openings, receptions, and events on the first Thursday of each month. In recent months art and culture organizations have joined to bring back this popular activity, including the Pacific Northwest College of Art and the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education in the North Park Blocks.

Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

Learn more about other discounted and free opportunities.
TUENOV 3
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
21+Stand-Up

Cam Bertrand

It took Cam all of 3 weeks to drop out of college at FAMU to pursue comedy full time at the age of 19. Cam recently appeared on Season 16 of ‘America’s Got Talent’ receiving a “Yes” from all 4 celebrity judges, Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Sophia Vergara, and Howie Mandel. In 2019, Cam Bertrand became the youngest comic to win the 'Florida's Funniest' competition, beating out over 300 comics, previous winners include Daniel Tosh, Bert Kreischer, Preacher Lawson and JB Ball. In that same year, Cam also became the youngest comedian to record his own half hour comedy special with DryBar comedy, his special 'Sophisticated Ignorance' which has garnered over 140 million total views since its release. Cam has built up a social media following of nearly 1 Million Followers on TikTok, 176k on Instagram, 270k on Facebook, and 47k on Youtube. He has also worked with some of the biggest names in comedy today including: Joe Rogan, Andrew Schulz, Matt Rife, Bert Kreischer, Pete Davidson, Hannibal Buress, Michael Che, Josh Blue, and Mike Epps. Couple's Package includes: - 2 premium seats - $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person)- Gratuity - Ticket Protection Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

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WEDNOV 4
7:30 PM · Doors 6:30 PM
ReadingsBooksStand-UpMusic

Davide De Pierro

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 book, followed by an open Q&A with the audience. Limited meet-and-greet opportunities will also be available for those who purchase in advance. Davide is a New Jersey native that has cultivated over 3M followers on TikTok and 2.7M followers on Instagram and has been earning millions of views online. Known for his commentary on relationships, finances, and those relatable moments that capture the human experience, Davide is excited to be expanding into a fresh medium. There are special Meet & Greet Tickets available for this event which offer a wonderful opportunity for fans to meet and interact with David De Pierro. Quantity is limited at each show. Shortly after the show, attendees with a M&G wristband will be allowed to meet Davide De Pierro and take a photo with him. Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS If your billing address is located outside a 250 mile radius of Portland, you will need to purchase tickets either in person or by phone by calling (503) 764-4131, or our office at (503) 719-6055. Thank You!
SATNOV 7
7:30 PM · Doors 6:30 PM
All agesLive Podcasts & RadioVarietyStand-UpTalks & LecturesMusicAuthor Talks

Live Wire with Luke Burbank

Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show that artfully blends unpredictable conversation, live music, and original comedy featuring all types of cultural talent and creative minds, from emerging artists to established acts. Join host Luke Burbank and announcer Elena Passarello for a live recording of this popular radio show, heard nationwide by thousands of listeners every weekend.

With special guests TBA Fall 2026 Season Passes are now on sale! Click here to buy. Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here
SUNNOV 1
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Registration requiredBoard Games

Cyberpunk Welcome to Night City Prerelease

Hey choom, this is your chance to become a legend in Night City! Edgerunners will get to crack packs of the brand new Cyberpunk TCG and throw down against other players in our sealed Cyberpunk prerelease!

You can register online HERE

Format: Sealed with x3 Bo1 Swiss pairings.
Start: 11 AM. Seating begins at 10:30 AM.
Entry Fee: $34.99 (includes a prereleas kit with x6 Welcome to Night City booster packs)
Cap: 16 Players
Prizes: TBA

No outside food or drink allowed.

FRINOV 13
7:00 PM · Doors 6:00 PM
Talks & LecturesStand-Up

Don Lemon & DL Hughley: DL + DL 'Anything Goes'

What do you get when Don Lemon, award-winning journalist, and DL Hughley, one of the original Kings of Comedy, and highly recognized stand-up comedians come together for a night of conversation?

Expect the unexpected from these two brilliant minds doing their public service while taking you on a journey exploring topics spanning everything from social issues, race, pop-culture and current events. Nothing is off limits!

SUNNOV 22
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
💰 $20+Hip-HopStand-Up

Bernice Ye: Wuhan Clan Ain't Nuthin' Ta Duck Wit

Kickstand Comedy1006 Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard

Part comedy special, part concert, and full of surprises. Bernice Ye, dubbed “The Jackie Chan of Comedy” by The Stranger, brings Wuhan Clan Ain’t Nuthin’ ta Duck Wit to Portland’s Kickstand Comedy for one night only. Wu-Tang energy meets immigrant storytelling in a live show blending stand-up, original comedy rap, martial arts, audience interaction, and cinematic multimedia. It’s about identity, ambition, and building your own clan when the world doesn’t hand you one.

Born in Wuhan, China, Ye came to the U.S. with $1,000 and a computer science degree from Peking University. She built a career at Microsoft and Hulu, then walked away from tech for the comedy stage. Now an internationally touring comedian, comedy rapper, and taekwondo black belt, she turns that unlikely journey into an evening of laughter, music, and reinvention. It was the most unhinged sequence of decisions she’s ever made. It’s working. With 400K+ followers and more than 100 million views online, Ye has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, The Stranger, and Seattle Gay News. Her credits include the New York Comedy Festival, Bergamot Comedy Festival, and Best of the Fest honors at Burbank Comedy Festival, Laugh After Dark, and Nate Jackson’s Super Funny Comedy Festival.

Following previous appearances at The Siren Theater, Ye returns to Portland with the road-tested show that launched a 13-city national tour. Whether you’ve followed her online or are discovering her for the first time, you’re invited into the Wuhan Clan. Come for the comedy. Leave with a clan—and songs stuck in your head.

SUNNOV 22
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💰 $10FilmCultural HeritageLGBTQ+Stand-Up

The Last Laugh

One of the crowning achievements of the German expressionist movement, Friedrich Wilhelm Murnau’s THE LAST LAUGH stars Emil Jannings stars as an aging doorman whose happiness crumbles when he is relieved of the duties and uniform which had for years been the foundation of his happiness and pride. Through Jannings’s colossal performance, THE LAST LAUGH becomes more than the plight of a single doorman, but a mournful dramatization of the frustration and anguish of the universal working class.

Limited number of discount passes to see all the films in the Weimar Germany: Queer Visions series while supplies last.

  • Director: F.W. Murnau
  • Year: 1924
  • Country: Germany
  • Runtime: 90 minutes
SATNOV 14
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
21+Stand-Up

Special Event: Brett Cooper

Brett Cooper hosts The Brett Cooper Show, which drew more than a million YouTube subscribers in its first week after launching in 2025. She was an actress first, with credits on Amazon, Fox, and Paramount, then broke out as a conservative pop culture commentator in 2022 with the podcast The Comment Section, growing an audience of more than nine million followers over three years. She lives in rural Tennessee with her family and a good many farm animals. One afternoon set at 4 p.m.

WEDNOV 18
7:00 PM
IndiePunkStand-Up

WHITMER THOMAS

A Los Angeles-based comedian, avid skateboarder, filmmaker, and actor, Whitmer Thomas added rocker to his credentials in 2020 with the release of the soundtrack to his HBO musical/comedy one-man show, The Golden One. It was followed by a stand-alone music EP, the Jay Som-produced Can't Believe You're Happy Here, in 2022.

A native of Gulf Shores, Alabama, Thomas first found success in 2014 with Stone Quackers, a surreal FX adult animated television series. Power Violence, a popular monthly show Whitmer hosted with friends, helped to secure his status in the upper echelons of the Los Angeles independent comedy scene, as did his numerous short films like Blue Line and Fast and Loose, and appearances on The Walking Dead and Glow. In 2020, Whitmer released his one-man show, The Golden One, on HBO. Featuring pop-punk songs composed and performed by Whitmer (a longtime fan of blink-182), which covered everything from millennial anxiety and sex to abandonment and addiction, the special spawned the companion LP Songs from the Golden One. Between guest spots on series like I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson and Search Party, he followed it up with a music EP titled Can't Believe You're Happy Here in 2022, also on the Hardly Art label. Led by the sincere acoustic track "Don't Have a Cow," the EP was produced by Melina Duterte, better known as Jay Som.co

THUNOV 12
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
TeensCraftsTeen LoungesBoard Games

Teen Hangout

Come hang out with friends, play games, craft, and chat about your favorite things! Join us every month for an hour of fun.

For ages 13–19

Snacks provided by Friends of Battle Ground Community Library.

SUNNOV 1
4:00 PM
+1 times
21+Stand-Up

Special Event: Jason Salmon

Jason is a Texas born, NYC based standup whose comedy has been described as “…like getting the best advice you’ve ever gotten…from the dumbest guy you know.”

Jason’s performed all over the world including for the troops in Europe, South America, & Afghanistan. His standup special: BISCUITS and GRAVITY can be watched right now on YouTube.

He’s been featured in Red Dead Redemption 2, Orange is the New Black, HBO, Comedy Central, At Home with Amy Sedaris, Hulu’s Wu Tang Clan Series, and 30 Rock.

Couple's Package includes:

- 2 premium seats
- $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person)
- Gratuity
- Ticket Protection

Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

THUNOV 5
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
💰 $15+Drop-inMuseumsPoetryAuthor TalksLive Podcasts & RadioVarietyStand-UpHip-Hop

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 programming. Performers will include poet and rapper Dessa, bestselling children’s author Mac Barnett, Pulitzer Prize Finalist Ed Park, and Portland comedian Mx. Dahlia Belle.

Free pop-up performances will take place throughout the Museum’s galleries, giving visitors a chance to catch live performances and storytelling while moving through the PAM spaces. Completely free through PAM’s Free First Thursday general admission. Also, enjoy a fully seated, ticketed Live Wire taping hosted by Luke Burbank with announcer Elena Passarello, featuring a blend of interviews, comedy, and music performed live for the audience, then edited into an episode for broadcast to over 200 public radio stations nationwide.

Visitors can take in the afternoon gallery pop-ups, the evening show, or both.

WEDNOV 4
7:30 PM
21+Stand-Up

Special Event: Yvette Segan

Yvette Segan is a comedian, actor, writer, and producer. She performs standup all over the globe, most notably at New York Comedy Festival and Top Secret in London. She has featured across the US at Cobb’s Comedy Club in San Francisco, The Hollywood Improv in Los Angeles, Helium Comedy Club in Philadelphia, and headlined Don’t Tell in Washington, DC. In NYC she performs at clubs and indie shows across the boroughs. Her work has been featured by Buzzfeed, Betches, New Yorkers, and Barstool. She has a BA in Drama from Vassar College and Certificate in Classical Acting from the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA).

Couple's Package includes:

- 2 premium seats
- $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person)
- Gratuity
- Ticket Protection

Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

TUENOV 3
8:00 PM
All ages💰 $33Stand-UpIndie

Greg Freeman

True West Presents Greg Freeman Trinity Ace Tue, November 3rd, 2026 Doors: 7PM / Show: 8PM Aladdin Theater

SUNNOV 1
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Board Games

Reality Fracture Store Championship

It's time to protect the Multiverse from The Theorist, Jace Beleren, as he seeks to overwrite history! It's time to protect the multiverse from –

Hey, is there an echo in here?

Online Registration available here

Format: Standard with 4-5 rounds of Swiss based on attendance. No cut.
Entry: $10
Cap: 28 Players
Prizes: Each participant receives a promo card. Players receive the following prizes based on record. Standard play booster prizes will vary depending on availability.

  • Top 8 receive x1 foil promo, x1 non-foil promo card and x1 Standard play booster.
  • Top 4 receive x2 Standard play boosters (for a total of 3).
  • Top 2 receive x3 Standard play boosters (for a total of 6).
  • Store Champion receives x1 promo card, $25 in store credit and x6 Standard play boosters (for a total of 12).

No outside food or drink.

Current Standard Legal Sets
Wilds of Eldraine - The Lost Caverns of Ixalan - Murders at Karlov Manor - Outlaws of Thunder Junction (and The Big Score) - Bloomburrow - Duskmourne - Foundations - Aetherdrift - Tarkir Dragonstorm - Final Fantasy - Edge of Eternities - Marvel Spider-Man - Avatar: The Last Airbender - Lorwyn Eclipsed - TMNT - Secrets of Strixhaven - Marvel Super Heroes - The Hobbit - Reality Fracture

THUNOV 5
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM · Doors 6:30 PM
MuseumsPoetryAuthor TalksLive Podcasts & RadioVarietyStand-UpHip-HopTalks & Lectures

Live Wire x Portland Art Museum: Dessa, Mac Barnett, Ed Park, and Mx. Dahlia Belle

Live Wire teams up with the Portland Art Museum during First Thursday and the Portland Book Festival. From 4:30 to 6 p.m., complimentary pop-up performances roam the museum galleries, no ticket needed. At 7 p.m., host Luke Burbank and announcer Elena Passarello lead a seated, ticketed taping with poet and rapper Dessa, children’s author Mac Barnett, Pulitzer Prize finalist Ed Park, and Portland comedian Mx. Dahlia Belle. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.. Portland Book Festival passholders get 10% off.

SATNOV 28
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Board GamesRPGs & D&DClubs & Meetings

Tier Three Adventurers League with Peter

Welcome, adventurers! Adventurers League is open-play Dungeons and Dragons. AL is designed for you to be able to join any session without needing the context of a full campaign. It's a great way to get started if you're new, or to fit some more DND into your life amidst your regular campaigns if you're more experienced. If you’re new, please check out our free Learn to Play DND table! This event is aimed at ages 15 and up, or 12-14 with a guardian attending. This table will be focused on Tier Three one-shots. Please refresh yourself on the AL Player's Guide before attending so the game can launch in a timely manner. Please create a Tier Three character beforehand. We highly encourage you sign up in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to @Mox_Peter in our Discord server! Not in our Discord server? Click here to join! Time: Last Saturday of the Month, 12:00pm-4:00pm Entry Fee: $18 Player Cap: 7 **Due to high demand for our RPG tables, refunds will not be given for cancellations within 24 hours of the listed start time**

SUNNOV 1
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Board GamesRPGs & D&DCourses

Gateway to Adventure: D&D with Jordan M.

Gateway to Adventure is a premium D&D learning experience. Been interested in trying out Dungeons & Dragons but didn't know where to find a group or how to get started? Let us take care of that for you!

You (and your friends) can embark on a curated adventure, played out over 3 weekly sessions. You will learn all the basics from character generation to combat and roleplaying in a safe space with pro Dungeon Master Jordan (aka @gendergolemdm ).

Sessions require a minimum of 4 players to run and can accommodate up to 6 players.

If you have any questions at all about the experience or how to book please give us a call or shoot us an email at [email protected]

WEDNOV 18
Hours not provided
Hip-HopStand-Up

Chris Turner

Helium Comedy Club1510 Southeast 9th Avenue

No one combines stand-up comedy, improvised music and audience interaction like Chris Turner. This unique skill set proved a hit with the American public, who voted him runner-up on Season 20 of America’s Got Talent, making him the highest-placed comedian in 10 years and the top-ranking rapper the show has ever seen.

Chris was one of the first comedians to ever perform a Las Vegas residency with Cirque Du Soleil; defeated ChatGPT in TED’s inaugural Man vs. Machine rap battle; and his appearances on America’s Got Talent and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert earned him rapturous standing ovations. Based in New York, he’s a regular headline act at the world-famous Comedy Cellar, with over 125 million views online thanks to his unmatched improvisational talent. Chris’s one-of-a-kind approach to crowd-sourced musical comedy makes his live shows a unique and unforgettable experience that has to be seen to be believed.

TUENOV 3
10:00 AM
Registration requiredTalks & LecturesWorkshopsCoursesWellness55+ / SeniorsBoard Games

Resource & Support Classes

Lake OswegoMap
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Strengthen your household readiness through the "Be 2 Weeks Ready" program, presented by PrepLO. Learn how to prepare for disasters like earthquakes, storms, and wildfires. This essential training includes hands-on CPR/AED instruction provided directly by the Lake Oswego Fire Department (LOFD).

Fee: FREE (Pre-registration is required)

Evening Workshops (Held at the Adult Community Center - ACC)

Thursday, September 10 • 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Course ID: 33840 • Register Online

Thursday, December 10 • 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Course ID: 33841 • Register Online

Weekend Workshops (Held at Lake Oswego Recreation & Aquatic Center - LORAC)

Saturday, September 5 • 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Course ID: 33842 • Register Online

Saturday, December 5 • 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Course ID: 33844 • Register Online

HEALTH & WELLNESS EDUCATION Evidence-based community seminars covering healthy aging, functional physical safety, and behavioral well-being. Evidence-Based Fall Prevention Masterclass

Tuesday, October 20 • 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Course ID: 35016
Fee: FREE

Join clinical experts from Providence Health & Services to learn how age-related changes in balance, physical strength, and general medical health affect daily mobility. Discover concrete ways to minimize risks by modifying everyday medications, assessing footwear choice, and addressing common home environment hazards. Includes a short, participatory tai chi balance demonstration.

Presented by: Providence Health Leaders
Register Online

Aging Well: A Longevity Series

Thursdays, October 22 – November 12 • 12–1:30 p.m.
Course ID: 34887
Fee: Resident $36 / Non-Resident $54 (4-week course)

This structural, evidence-based series features weekly presentations by Providence clinical directors focused on optimizing physiological health as you age. Learn actionable, science-backed lifestyle habits designed to promote everyday brain fitness, strengthen emotional resilience, and maximize lifetime physical vitality rooted in the latest senior medical research.

Presented by: Providence Clinical Directors
Register Online

Mental Health First Aid (QPR Training)

Tuesday, November 3 • 10–11:30 a.m.
Course ID: 34823
Fee: FREE

Join representatives from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for an invaluable QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide prevention training session. Participants will learn how to recognize early situational warning signs, ask supportive, compassionate direct questions, and safely guide neighbors, friends, and family toward life-saving community crisis resources.

Presented by: NAMI NW Advisors
Register Online

COMMUNITY INTEREST & RECREATION Interactive workshops and group programs designed to build technical skill, improve home spaces, and foster connection. Bridge – Supervised Play

Tuesdays • 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Fee: Resident $20 / Non-Resident $25 per multi-week section

Elevate your card game in a supportive, structured environment! Curated for enthusiasts who possess standard background play experience, this community class weaves short, technical lessons with real-time coached table play. Refine card play execution, clarify bidding options on the fly, and share the friendly table camaraderie of fellow players.

Section A (Sept 8 – Oct 27): Course ID: 35364 • Register Online
Section B (Nov 3 – Dec 15): Course ID: 35365 • Register Online

Home Repair, Accessibility & Weatherization Workshop

Thursday, October 29 • 2–4 p.m.
Course ID: 35370
Fee: FREE

Learn how to optimize your living space to be safer, energy-efficient, and structurally accessible using public county support systems. Experienced case managers from Clackamas County will detail application criteria for free residential weatherization upgrades, low-cost deferred maintenance home improvement loans, and localized senior accessibility renovation grants.

Presented by: Clackamas County Program Coordinators
Register Online

Past Educational Programs Archive The following informational lectures and multi-week series have successfully concluded. Thank you to our regional partner organizations and guest instructors!
  • Life’s Final Chapter Series (May/June): A thoughtful practical exploration covering end-of-life logistics, medical directives, and grief support, facilitated alongside Death Doulas NW and End of Life Choices Oregon.
  • Estrangement & Reunion Workshops (May/June): Multi-session mental health family guidance led by the licensed marriage and family therapists of Family Ties Counseling Center.
  • Caregiver Support & Resilience Intensives (May/June): Specialized, four-hour professional workshops covering dementia communication habits and chronic caregiver burnout prevention, led by Dr. Andrea Holzner.
  • Healthy Legs as You Age (May 6): A cardiovascular educational forum addressing vein health, modern treatment options, and leg circulation, led by Dr. Toshio Nagamoto of Inovia Vein.
  • Estate Planning Basics (May 20): A legal resource class reviewing wills, asset protection vehicles, and common probate filing pitfalls, presented by Michael Rose, Attorney at Rose Elder Law.
  • Paying for Long-Term Care (June 10): A community seminar providing legal guidance on qualifying for public Medicaid benefits and managing long-term institutional residential costs, presented by Rose Elder Law.
SUNNOV 8
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Board Games

Star Trek 2HG Pre-Release

NOTE: This 2-Headed Giant Pre-Release event includes 1 pre-release kit + 2 additional play booster packs per team.

Get ready to boldly go where no Planeswalker has gone before – ENGAGE!

You can register online HERE

Format: 2-Headed Giant Sealed with 3 rounds of Swiss pairings
Registration Cut-Off: 11 AM. Seating begins at 10:30 AM
Entry Fee: $89.99 day of, or $79.99 for pre-registering by 11/7/26. The entry fee includes 1 prerelease kit + 2 Play boosters (for a total of 8 Play boosters, 1 spindown and 1 foil card).
Cap: 28 Teams (56 players)
Prizes below are per each player on a team:

  • Wins in rounds 1 and 2 are rewarded with a Play booster pack. At the end of round 3, all players receive a Play booster pack.
  • A player with 2 wins or more will also receive 1 non-foil promotional pack.
  • Additionally at the end of the event we have raffle prizes for players who stay for the whole event.

Our cafe, Ruby Brews, is open! No outside food or drink allowed in the play space. (Exceptions made for water bottles.)

TUENOV 3
7:00 PM
Board Games

GG PDX Gundam Card Game Stardust Trails GD-06 Release Ticket Tue Nov 3 7 pm

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THUNOV 5
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
All agesElectronic & DJPartiesBoard Games

Amryta Afterglow

WonderLove262 Southeast Main Street

Join the November installment of Afterglow: A monthly music event featuring varying genres of melodic music hosted by Amryta Collective at Wonderlove.

This week features all Amryta Collective DJs playing Drum and Bass.

What to expect:

  • Amryta Collective DJs curating the sound from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
  • Full sound and lighting production on the West Turf Stage
  • All Ages until 10 p.m.
  • 10 Food Carts with Global Cuisine for all diets/preferences
  • Full Service Bar for Guests 21+
  • Stunning Rooftop views, shaded seating, and A/C in the 2nd-story lounge
  • Lawn Games, Table Tennis, Jenga, and various yard games throughout the property
THUNOV 5
4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Live Podcasts & RadioVarietyStand-UpBooksMuseumsHip-Hop

Live Wire + Portland Art Museum: Art, Books, & Radio

PAM gallery pop-ups: 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Doors for Live Wire seated show: 6:30 p.m.
Live Show: 7:00 p.m.

Live Wire Radio, the Portland-based public radio variety show, 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 programming.

In the afternoon, free pop-up performances will take place throughout the Museum’s galleries giving visitors a chance to catch short live performances and storytelling while moving through the PAM spaces. Performers will include genre-blending rapper and writer Dessa, National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature and children’s author Mac Barnett, National Book Award Finalist Ed Park, and Portland comedian Mx. Dahlia Belle among others.

The evening will feature a fully seated, ticketed Live Wire taping hosted by Luke Burbank with announcer Elena Passarello, featuring a blend of interviews, comedy, and music performed live for the audience, then edited into an episode for broadcast to over 200 public radio stations nationwide.

Visitors can take in the afternoon gallery pop-ups, the evening show, or both!

Note: Admission is free to the afternoon gallery pop-ups as part of general admission on Free First Thursday at Portland Art Museum. Tickets available on the museum website.

Ticket Prices:
$40 Preferred Seats
$36 Bookfest Pass Holder Discount – Preferred Seats (10% off)
$15 General Admission Seats
$13.50 Bookfest Pass Holder Discount – General Admission (10% off)

FRINOV 13
Hours not provided
Stand-Up

Fred Armisen: Comedy for Musicians But Everyone is Welcome

Fred Armisen is a comedian, writer, producer, and musician. He is the co-writer and co-star of IFC’s Emmy-nominated series Portlandia. He is in the hit Netflix series Wednesday as Uncle Fester. He stars in HBO’s Los Espookys, which he co-wrote and executive produced. He can also be heard in the hit animated Super Mario Bros movie. Armisen stars in, writes, and produces IFC’s hit show Documentary Now. He has also appeared in HBO’s Our Flag Means Death, Judd Apatow’s The Bubble, andAmazon’s series Forever. He voices characters in Big Mouth and The Mitchells vs. The Machines. He is currently starring in the Broadway play All In. Armisen is an 11-season veteran of Saturday Night Live. From 2014-2024, Armisen was band leader of the 8G Band on Late Night With Seth Meyers.

TUENOV 17
8:15 PM
21+Stand-Up

Special Event: MC Hammersmith

With over half a billion online views, privileged west London’s leading freestyle rapper comes to the USA & Canada for the first time! An entire show of lightning-fast improvised raps and explosively funny rhymes all based on audience suggestions. You'll leave astounded at the speed of his brain, the spontaneity of his punchlines, and the stability of his upbringing. Jaw-dropping, hilarious, utterly unbelievable.

"The world's leading freestyle rapper" - The Advertiser (★★★★★) "If you're going to see just one show...make it this one" - EdFestMag (★★★★★) "An improvised hip hop masterpiece" - Voice Magazine (★★★★★) "Stomach-achingly funny improv raps" - EdFringeReview (★★★★★) “Incredibly electric... The amount of belly laughs and shrieks of laughter from the sold-out crowd could have blown the roof off the venue" - The Student (★★★★★)

Hello everyone! MC Hammersmith here! It's been months of waiting, and I'm *still* awaiting final work visa approval from your glorious USCIS! I have an interview at the US Embassy on the week of October 12th, where - all being well - I am assured they *should*grant me final visa approval then and there to enter your great nation! HOWEVER! Anything could happen, and while tickets to this show are obviously refundable in the event my visa doesn't arrive in time, if you book hotels/travel to come to this show, PLEASE make sure it is refundable also! I would hate for any of my noble American followers to be left out of pocket by any final administrative curveballs. Okay thanks love you and see you in the States probably; can't wait to eat Chipotle til I'm sick!

Couple's Package includes:

- 2 premium seats
- $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person)
- Gratuity
- Ticket Protection

Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

WEDNOV 11
7:30 PM
21+Stand-Up

Special Event: Perfect Person Live: The Grey Area Tour

Join us for Perfect Person Live! A flawless call-in advice show in which Miles Bonsignore answers your calls, solves your problems, and helps you achieve perfection.

Couple's Package includes:

- 2 premium seats
- $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person)
- Gratuity
- Ticket Protection

Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

SUNNOV 1
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Registration requiredBoard Games

Cyberpunk TCG Prerelease

Join Board Bard Games for the official retail prerelease of Cyberpunk TCG Welcome to Night City. Entry fee: $35 Players: 8 Sign up at Melee.gg
SATNOV 21
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Drop-inBooksFilmMuseumsGalleriesPhotographyBoard GamesCraft Fairs

Plus Plus Bizarre Bazaar

MEDIA ARTS+GAMING+FILM+POP CULTURE

PLUS PLUS Bizarre Bazaar is a brand new market bringing together a curated group of artists, publishers, exhibitors, game designers, community organizations, indie distributors, and creative collectives. It is free and open to the public. Stop by to browse and shop artist editions, books, comics, zines, physical media, prints, apparel, games, and more- then stick around to connect with the people who make it all happen!

Film & New Media
  • Video.Store.Age (indie film distributor)
  • Midslumber Media (horror film shop and also books!)
  • Cryptic Trinket Studio (animation / stop motion)
  • Spencer Garland (VR Artist)
  • Hungry Mantis (VR Artist)
  • Fumerie Parfumerie (scent+film)
  • Mind Marrow (scent + book + film)
  • MENOPUNKS (doc + podcast)
  • Estella Tse (VR/AR)
  • Women In FIlm (film org /collective for women)
  • NW Docs (doc org)
  • Open Signal (community media center)
  • AE PDX (motion design and animation community org)
Music
  • LIMINAL Music (record and music shop inspired by japan + more)
  • KOOP radio (community radio hub)
  • Tape Op Magazine (music recording magazine)
Comics / Illustrations
  • Buckman Journal (publisher of artists and illustrators)
  • Floating World Comics (comics shop)
  • Nathan Mckee (paper cut/ layered images and screen prints)
  • Sketchy People (illustrators)
  • Kory Bing Illustration (risographs, zines, mostly about animals alive and extinct)
  • Studio Mantissa (comics)
  • S Mirk Comics (queer/nonbinary zines and comics maker/teacher)
Textiles / Sewing
  • MADRE Linen (artisen linens/hometextiles)
  • Mai Ide (the art of mending, sewing and kintsugi)
Indie books / publishers /zines
  • Grilka Press (screen printers)
  • Broccoli (art magazine)
  • Storyboard Books + Art Supplies (book and art supplies for storytellers)
  • Selected Stories (book store)
  • Microcosm Publishing (beloved indie publisher)
  • Sous les pavés la page (secondhand books and periodicals)
Games
  • Pink Tiger Games (founder/creator of former XOXO festival, pink tiger is primarily card games)
  • PIGSquad (coming with three tables and an interactive projector)
Art
  • Nucleus Portland (contemporary art gallery)
  • Mardeluna (art prints, apparel, plushies, giant mascot costumes)
  • Lil Planets (360 photography art)
  • Lauren Johnson Fine Art (cyanotypes, film+digital+watercolor images)
  • Indui (fantasy art)
  • Art Headliner (has murals all over NE portland that are rad!)
  • Hustle Home Decor (electric colored sun catchers and mirror art)
  • Swana Rose Center (Southwest Asia +North African art/culture community org)
Sponsored by:
  • Portland Art Museum
  • PAM CUT // Center for an Untold Tomorrow
  • Kickstarter
  • Portland Films and Events
FRINOV 27
9:00 PM
21+PartiesVarietyStand-Up

The Annual Best Of Pants On Fire Party: Filthy/Freaky

Portland's Wildest Storytelling Experience Returns!

Take a break and treat yourself after a long Turkey Day and join us for Portland's wildest and most interactive comedy and storytelling entertainment event: the annualBest Of Pants On Fire! Party at the historic White Eagle Hotel & Saloon.

Each Pants On Fire! show features eight of the Northwest's premier storytellers, comedians, artists, writers, celebrities & musicians telling some of the most outrageous, hard-to-believe, 100% true stories you've ever heard - except that one of our storytellers will be lying to your face, telling a complete whopper that never happened. Our annual Best Of show, always held over Thanksgiving weekend, brings back our best performers of the past year, as voted on by our fans.

And as always, if you can guess which of our storytellers is the liar, you could win an overnight stay at the Edgefield Winery on us. Or you can try to win the Bag O' Somewhat Valuable Prizes with our Two Truths & A Lie Audience Cage Match!

Pants On Fire:Filthy/Freakywill be a 21-and-over show, and will feature eight incredibly sinful, possibly risqué, decidedly not-safe-for-work stories. (Our earlier show, Pants On Fire: Family/Friendly (9:00pm), will be all ages and decidedly not risqué; you can get tickets to that show at the White Eagle or 7 Deadly Sinswebsite. )

Featuring new (mostly) true stories from comedian and creatorof the award winning shows American't and Rabbit Night!!! Jon Bennet; writer, actress, one-time-weather-gal anPDX radio icon Daria Eliuk;comedian, Funny/Story coach,and host of Shady Pine Radio's Porch Hang Ash Allen; comedian, New Yorker Magazinecontributor, and winner of WillametteWeek's 2021 Funniest Five Katie Nguyen; comedian, The Moth storytelling coach, creature of the Webby-nominated Failure Club, and host ofThe Absolute Worst Show Meg Ferrill; storyteller, director of Story Pirates, host of Kickstand Comedy's The Do Over and exactly 50% of the award-winning improv duo Tim & Bradford Bradford Jordan; marketing guru and longtime DJ and VJ Melissa Ives; couples therapist and 7DS fan favorite Jamie Berkowitz; and more!

This show sells out every year, so get your tix now and come out for a wild night of funniest, craziest, most unbelievable stories you'll ever hear on stage - most of which will actually be true.

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Over the past decade, 7 Deadly Sins has built a reputation as one of the most innovative live storytelling collectives in the country. Each of our shows blend comedy, tragedy, inspiration, and redemption into riveting stories from real people that remind us all what it means to be human. Our regular shows include the interactive comedy shows 7DS: Pants On Fire!,The Absolute Worst Best & Weirdest Show, and Daria's Confessional Cabaret at McMenamins White Eagle, as well as7 Deadly Sins: MainStageand7 Deadly Sins: Saturnalia!at the Mission Theater.

Our newest show 7 Deadly Sins: Church, a seven-part heathen's exploration of sin and the human spirit, was commissioned by the Portland Art Museum's PAM-CUT program and will begin this December at the Tomorrow Theater. Check us out at 7DeadlySinsShows.org.

SUNNOV 1
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Board Games

Pokémon TCG Delta Reign Prerelease

Join Board Bard Games for a Pokémon Mega Evolution Delta Reign Prerelease! This is a casual tournament where our goal is to have fun. As such everyone gets 3 packs in addition to the prerelease build and battle box. 1 packs to use in deck building and 2 at the end. Additional...

WEDNOV 4
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Board GamesLanguageClubs & MeetingsSocial Mixers

No Sabo Si Sabes!

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!

SATNOV 7
6:00 PM
MusicTalks & LecturesWomen & Non-BinaryVarietyStand-Up

Aspire

Warren Community FellowshipMap

An uplifting evening designed for women brings together humor, teaching, personal stories, and live music at Warren Community Fellowship. Three featured guests share the stage: author and speaker Barb Roose, comedian Michelle Miller, and singer and worship leader Mia Koehne. Arrive early for a brief 15 minute panel with the speakers. Ticket options include General Admission for $30 and VIP Reserved for $40, with VIP seating and a snack bag. Group discounts are available for parties of 10 or more by calling 480-812-1100. Prices increase at the door. Tickets are nonrefundable, and transfers can be arranged by contacting the office at 480-812-1100.

FRINOV 13
8:00 PM · Doors 7:00 PM
18+Stand-UpLGBTQ+

The Big Trans Comedy Show

Hear You Loud & Queer has been Portland’s premiere queer comedy show for the last three years. Featured in Autostraddle magazine, Hear You Loud & Queer has only featured and highlighted queer and trans comedians both locally and nationally. This year they bring the third annual Big Trans Comedy Show to the Alberta Rose Theatre to celebrate Trans Awareness Month in a big BIG way! The Big Trans Comedy Show is a yearly comedy show featuring only trans comedians and this is the biggest one yet! Featuring multiple touring and well loved comedians, plus a handful of your local favorites! Proceeds from this show will also benefit SMYRC, whose mission is offering vital resources to 2SLGBTQIA+ youth in Portland! Headlining the Big Trans Comedy Show are four of the top trans stand-up comedians in the country including Mx. Dahlia Belle, featured on Netflix. Mx. Nola Bradley, a finalist for the NW Black Comedy Festival’s “Best of the Fest.” Hayden Johnson, selected for Just for Laughs’ New Faces and Netflix is a Joke Comedy Festivals. And River Butcher featured on Comedy Central, has written and performed in several highly acclaimed television series, and was named one of ten comedians to watch by Vanity Fair! This show also features Portland local favorite comedians Mack Lee, Moisés Araguaney, IMANI 🍕, and Portland’s Funniest Person of 2025 Ally J Ward! Join us Friday November 13th for the Big Trans Comedy Show to celebrate trans joy and trans comedy all for a great cause! Ages 18+ Ages 18 – 20 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS. If your billing address is located outside a 250 mile radius of Portland, you will need to purchase tickets either in person or by phone by calling (503) 764-4131, or our office at (503) 719-6055. Thank You!
SUNNOV 1
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
+1 dates
All agesBoard GamesDocumentariesCultural Heritage

Soulful Sundays at Albina: Film Screening

Picture a Sunday night with family and friends around watching a movie and playing games. Come to our Soulful Sundays at Albina! Play Spades, Dominos, Uno and more! Happening every 1st and 2nd Sunday of the month through November! All ages are welcome.

Featured Film: MARY LOU WILLIAMS: THE LADY WHO SWINGS THE BAND (running time 1Hr 10min)

SUNNOV 1
Hours not provided
Stand-Up

Monsters of Tokyo

Helium Comedy Club1510 Southeast 9th Avenue

Meet the Tokyo Kanpai Boys, Japan's funniest stand-up comedians, bringing brand-new material and a wildly entertaining look at life and comedy through Japanese eyes. Whether they're explaining Japanese dating culture, exposing everyday misunderstandings between East and West, or simply proving that awkwardness is universal across languages, Tokyo Kanpai Boys delivers a show packed with laughs.

Featuring Kansei Yasuda, Daniel Wilson, Shota Saimu and Daisuke Muramoto.

Don’t miss this unforgettable night of international comedy that bridges cultures through laughter. Cheers ("Kanpai") to that.

WEDNOV 18
8:00 PM
21+Hip-HopStand-Up

The Neon Room at Helium: Chris Turner

No one combines stand-up comedy, improvised music and audience interaction like Chris Turner. This unique skillset proved a hit with the American public, who voted him runner-up on Season 20 of America’s Got Talent, making him the highest placed comedian in 10 years, and the top-ranking rapper the show has ever seen.

Chris was one of the first comedians to ever perform a Las Vegas residency with Cirque Du Soleil; defeated ChatGPT in TED’s inaugural Man vs. Machine rap battle; and his appearances on America’s Got Talent and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert earned him rapturous standing ovations. Based in New York, he’s a regular headline act at the world famous Comedy Cellar, with over 125 million views online thanks to his unmatched improvisational talent. Chris’s one-of-a-kind approach to crowd-sourced musical comedy make his live shows a unique and unforgettable experience that has to be seen to be believed.

”Absolutely hilarious…Brilliant. Brilliant. Brilliant” – Simon Cowell

“One of the most unique and innovative acts ever…genuinely has to be seen to be believed” – NBC

“Very funny, uniquely appealing... nobody on a Vegas stage does what he does” Las Vegas Review-Journal

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SUNNOV 15
2:00 PM
21+DiningDrag, Burlesque & CabaretStand-UpCultural HeritageLGBTQ+

Special Event: Selena Drag Brunch

Get ready to turn up the Selena spirit at a fabulous drag brunch celebrating the Queen of Tejano! From “Como La Flor” to “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom,” the queens will bring the iconic looks, powerhouse performances, and undeniable Selena energy. So grab your besties, put on your glitter, and get ready to feel “I Could Fall in Love” all over again! Hosted by Kharisma!

Couple's Package includes:

- 2 premium seats
- $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person)
- Gratuity
- Ticket Protection

Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

SUNNOV 1
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Board Games

Cyberpunk Prerelease - Welcome to Night City!

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SUNNOV 1
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
+4 dates
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Checkmates and Chill

Director Park815 Southwest Park Avenue

Join a lively game of chess and put your skills to the test. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s a spot for you. Instructor Victor will be on hand to guide beginners, while experienced players can jump right in and enjoy the challenge. Amplified holiday jazz from KMHD will play in the background to enhance the experience.

Special Dickens Carolers performances on Dec. 6th and 13th at 2 p.m.

SUNNOV 1
8:30 PM
+1 dates
Open MicsStand-Up

Curious Comedy Open Mic

A supportive community open mic hosted by Aimee Sinclair. 4-5 minute sets. Take a risk, have fun, make each other laugh. Goofballs welcome!

DETAILS:
The Annex Theater SIGN UPS: 8:00pmTHE SHOW: 8:30pmTickets: Pay What You Will (5.00-10.00 donation recommended.)
CONTENT: Curious Comedy is an anti-racist, anti-misogynist, anti-ableist, anti-homophobic, anti-transphobic, anti-ageist space. We reserve the right to cut the mic of anyone punching down with their comedy.
THUNOV 5
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Board GamesWorkshopsKids & Family

Party Card Games

Learn some fun games you can play with a crowd and a standard poker deck, such as Crazy Eights, Egyptian Ratscrew, or Spoons.

SUNNOV 1
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Stand-Up

Jason Salmon

Helium Comedy Club1510 Southeast 9th Avenue

Jason is a Texas-born, NYC-based standup whose comedy has been described as “…like getting the best advice you’ve ever gotten…from the dumbest guy you know.” Jason’s performed all over the world, including for the troops in Europe, South America & Afghanistan. His standup special, Biscuits and Gravity, is available to watch right now on YouTube.

He’s been featured in Red Dead Redemption 2, Orange is the New Black, HBO, Comedy Central, At Home with Amy Sedaris, Hulu’s Wu Tang Clan Series, and 30 Rock.

WEDNOV 11
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
21+MuseumsTalks & LecturesBoard Games

OMSI After Dark: Game On!

OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science and Industry)1945 Southeast Water Avenue

Polish those D10s and shuffle your cards because OMSI After Dark: Game On! is back. Whether you’re a historian of retro gaming, an expert in dueling, or a card deck collector, this event is friendly for all players.

OMSI After Dark is a monthly event for guests 21 and over to explore the museum with a beverage in hand. On top of being able to roam the museum without minors, the added bonus of these events is the curated vendors and lectures relating to the monthly theme. The Planetarium will host four shows, and the Featured Exhibit is open for an additional fee. This month’s vendors and lectures will focus on gaming, but there will not be an exhibit on it. Check out the list of vendors below to see who is coming.

FRINOV 6
6:00 PM
Stand-Up

Kathy Griffin

Kathy Griffin is a two-time Emmy and Grammy Award-winning comedian, television star, best-selling author and advocate known for her biting satire and fearless comedy. The legendary performer holds the Guinness World Records for writing and starring in an unprecedented 20 televised stand-up specials.

Kathy is perhaps best known for her hit Bravo series, Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List, which aired for 6 years and won 2 Emmys. Kathy starred on NBC's Suddenly Susan and guest-starred on Seinfeld, Law and Order: SVU, Glee, You, and Curb Your Enthusiasm. She has lent her unique voice to animated characters in Shrek Forever After, The Simpsons, American Dad, Futurama and Dilbert. Kathy co-produced and co-hosted CNN's New Year's Eve special with Anderson Cooper for 10 years.

Kathy’s memoir, Official Book Club Selection: A Memoir According to Kathy Griffin, debuted at #1 on the New York Times Bestseller List. Her second book, Kathy Griffin’s Celebrity Run-Ins: My A-Z Index, was also a New York Times Best Seller.

SATNOV 21
4:00 PM
21+MusicStand-Up

Special Event: Musical Monday

Musical Monday is the Internet’s favorite improv comedy band. With 1.7 million followers online, Musical Monday has generated nearly a billion views with their improv songs and unscripted shenanigans. Their live show is like if a band and a comedian had a baby inside of a comedy theater: half concert, half comedy show, all improvised.

Couple's Package includes:

- 2 premium seats
- $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person)
- Gratuity
- Ticket Protection

Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

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