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FRINOV 6
7:00 PM
RockBluegrass

Railroad Earth

Revolution Hall1300 Southeast Stark Street

For over two decades, Railroad Earth has captivated audiences with gleefully unpredictable live shows and eloquent and elevated studio output. The group introduced its signature sound on 2001’s The Black Bear Sessions. Between selling out hallowed venues such as Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, CO, they’ve been responsible for launching signature festivals Hangtown Music Festival in Placerville, CA and Hillberry: The Harvest Moon Festival in Eureka Springs, AR. Sought after by legends, the John Denver Estate tapped them to put lyrics penned by the late John Denver to music on the 2019 vinyl EP, Railroad Earth: The John Denver Letters. Beyond tallying tens of millions of streams, the collective has earned widespread critical acclaim from David Fricke of Rolling Stone, American Songwriter, Glide Magazine, and NPR, who assured, “Well-versed in rambling around, as you might expect from a band named after a Jack Kerouac poem, the New Jersey-built jam-grass engine Railroad Earth has let no moss grow under its rustic wheels.”

THUNOV 5
4:00 PM
Video GamesKids & Family

Slick City Action Park Slides into Vancouver!

Get ready for a whole new kind of indoor fun! Join us on Thursday, November 5 at 4:00 PM for the Grand Opening of Slick City Action Park, the Pacific Northwest's first indoor slide park!Featuring massive indoor dry slides, air courts, an arcade, and play areas for younger children, Slick City offers high-energy entertainment for kids, teens, and adults alike. From racing friends down side-by-side slides to taking on thrilling twists, turns, and drops, there's something for every adventure seeker.The event starts with a ribbon cutting at 4:00 PM and will be followed by games and some awesome giveaways! Come meet the Slick City team, explore this exciting new addition to Vancouver, and help welcome them to the community.
THUNOV 12
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💰 $23+Bluegrass

Dumas, Luquette, and Knapp Trio

Artichoke Community Music2007 Southeast Powell Boulevard

Nick Dumas leads on mandolin and vocals, bringing the soulful foundation he learned from his dobro-playing grandfather in Washington State, now living in Wisconsin. Nick is a former member of Grammy-nominated Special Consensus and a three-time IBMA award winner. Nick has performed across the globe and recently released his solo album "Details" on Nashville's Skyline Records. Nick now has three new singles released on Skyline Records from a soon-to-come project, all of which have made it to #1 on the bluegrass airplay charts. When not touring with the trio or his own band, "Nick Dumas and Branchline," Nick teaches mandolin lessons at home and with The Fiddler's Farm Band in WI. He also co-founded the well-known Northwest bands "Northern Departure" and "North Country Bluegrass".

Chris Luquette showcases his virtuosic guitar work alongside vocals, drawing from his 11 years with the celebrated Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen. This multi-instrumentalist has shared stages with Jerry Douglas, Emmylou Harris, and The Steep Canyon Rangers, earning multiple IBMA awards and a Grammy nomination along the way. Originally from Seattle's vibrant music scene and now based in New York City, Chris brings an eclectic musical palette that spans from traditional bluegrass to world music influences. Chris is a co-founder of Northern Departure along with Nick.

Andrew Knapp anchors the trio with his exceptional bass playing and rich vocals. He is one of the premier bassists to come out of the Pacific Northwest. Andrew can also be seen with Seattle-based bluegrass band The Warren G. Hardings, as well as Nick Dumas and Branchline. As a classically trained jazz bassist, he has performed with nationally recognized artists such as Kenny Garrett and Terence Blanchard, toured Europe and Brazil, and played on ships for Carnival Cruise Lines. Also, a graduate of the Whitworth University Jazz program. He is one of the best in the business.

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FRINOV 6
8:00 PM
21+Video GamesElectronic & DJPartiesDance ClubsDrag, Burlesque & CabaretVariety

THE HYRULE BALL

" Hey! Listen! 🧚🏽

Grab your gear and strap your tunic on, because The Hyrule Ball is here!

A niche, nerdy, nightlife celebration of everyone's favorite action-adventure franchise, just in time for the latest release. Featuring Zelda-inspired DJ sets and drag performances, specialty cocktails, local vendors, and consoles and cabinets for playing games with friends! Come dressed in your cosplay best, grab your wallet of rupees, and get ready to dance until the Sun Song plays. "

8:00pm.
Ages 21+.
TUENOV 17
8:00 PM
21+Bluegrass

Showman and Coole - The Lonesome Ace Brothers

Super-Deluxe Fiddle, Banjo, and Song

Through twenty years and a couple of thousand shows together in bands such as The Foggy Hogtown Boys and The Lonesome Ace Stringband, John Showman and Chris Coole have developed a deep and instinctual musical bond. Their music lurks in a truly unique space, somewhere on the outskirts of old-time, bluegrass, and folk. The songs of John Hartford, Hank Williams, Dock Boggs, and The Band share space with the fiddle tunes of Eck Robertson and Ed Haley. The duo's original songs and tunes take in all these vistas and paint something both personal and timely.

They have performed across North America and Europe at festivals such as Merlefest, Rockygrass, Greyfox, Winnipeg Folk Festival, Mariposa, Wintergrass, The Delaware Valley Bluegrass Festival, and The Bluegrass Hall of Fame and Museum. In addition to the five Lonesome Ace albums, John and Chris have released two duo albums - " Afield" a collection of old-time fiddle tunes, and "Much Further Out than Inevitable - A Tribute to Some Music of John Hartford."

"Powerful musicians, playing and singing some powerful music" - Bluegrass Unlimited

"Danceable, poppy, and soulful, it's old-time that's modern and timeless, both" - Bluegrass Situation

(Roddy Campbell, Penguin Eggs Magazine)

WEDNOV 4
6:30 PM – 11:30 PM
21+KaraokePartiesMusicPerforming ArtsVideo Games

Rock Band x Ground Kontrol (November 2026)

Rock Band x Ground Kontrol is BACK AGAIN! Head to the blue side lounge of Ground Kontrol for an all-night karaoke party featuring pro gear, pro sound and now over 6,000 songs!

Rock Band is organized like karaoke, with song books and slips. It’s free to play on other people’s songs all night, and $1 to request your own song.

New to Rock Band x Ground Kontrol: the house band! No more waiting for other players to sign up for your song to get it in the queue – members of our house band will be available to fill in on any instruments as needed! You’ll still be able to sign yourself up to play on other people’s songs, but our house band will be prepared to jump in and help keep the solo players rocking all night!

Players of all experience levels are welcome. Performance and stage presence are encouraged, so ROCK OUT!

Rock Band x Ground Kontrol · Wednesday 11/4 · 6:30-11:30pm · 21+ · FREE
THUNOV 5
8:00 PM
BluegrassRockCountryBlues

Jawbone Flats

Rock, alt-country & bluegrass

Formed by musicians with a passion for the Northwest outdoors, Jawbone Flats takes its name from the ghost town of the same name nestled deep in the Opal Creek Wilderness of Oregon. Since 2008 JBF has traveled throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Northern California playing an eclectic blend of original and cover songs drawing from the influences of bluegrass, country, alternative country, blues, and rock music led by five alternating lead singers backed by lush harmonies. Interlocking melodies from B-bender Telecaster and acoustic guitars, mandolin, harmonica, and pedal steel guitar are woven into the solid rhythmic fabric of fretless bass and drums to produce a wonderfully entertaining, irresistibly danceable, and downright “flatifying” sound.

TUENOV 3
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Board GamesVideo GamesTeens

Teen Game Night

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our game night the first Tuesday of every month! We'll play video games and board games, talk about games, and eat snacks.

SATNOV 28
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Video GamesTeens

Tween and Teen Video Game Night

Join other young patrons at the library for Nintendo™ fun! Test your skills, enjoy some snacks, and make new friends. Plankers and Edgehogs need not apply.

WEDNOV 11
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
21+MuseumsTalks & LecturesVideo Games

OMSI After Dark: Game On!

OMSI1945 SE Water Ave

A gaming-themed, adults-only night at OMSI with the museum floor open after hours. The program pairs curated vendors and themed lectures with the interactive exhibits and planetarium shows, drawing on the science and engineering behind games, simulation and play. Food and drink are available for purchase and a happy hour runs from 5:00 PM ahead of the 6:00 PM start. Attendees must be 21 or older; government-issued photo identification is required at the door and no minors are admitted. A good crossover evening for the Portland game development, hardware and science communities. Held at OMSI, 1945 SE Water Ave, Portland. Ticketed, with advance purchase recommended as these evenings regularly sell out. https://omsi.edu/events/omsi-after-dark-game-on/

FRINOV 6
6:10 PM
Registration requiredCoursesClassicalJazzWorld MusicBluesBluegrassArts & Media

Violin & Fiddle: It’s a Democracy!

Artichoke Community Music class hosted by Megan Cronin, $175 for seven sessions, drop-ins $30 per session. This class will be held at Taborspace, an off-site location. This class is for beginner-ish and intermediate violin and fiddle players who want a chance to play their favorite songs with others in a supportive setting. At the start of this series the instructor will present 10 tunes in the genres of folk, jazz, bluegrass, Irish, blues, pop and/or classical. Students will vote in three of these tunes to work on over the course of the term. Financial Hardship Discount Available Wondering if you are at the right aptitude for this class? If you can work through some or most of the Suzuki Violin Book One, then you will be totally fine in this class (just google "Suzuki Violin Book One PDF" to check it out). You’re welcome to pay the instructor directly at your first class to avoid service fees. Contact Megan via email when you register for a drop-in date, if you plan to pay in-person or if you have any other questions about the class. More information & registration: megancroninmusic.com/violin-fiddle-democracy Website: https://www.megancroninmusic.com/ Feel free to contact the instructor for more information: musiclessonsbymegan(*at*)gmail.com Refund Policy: Refunds up to 7 days before event

SUNNOV 1
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
+8 dates
21+JamsRockJazzPopSoulBluesVideo GamesPerforming ArtsNightlife & Social

Open Jam and Games

Barrel Room120 Northwest Couch Street

Rock out at the Open Musician's Jam. Join these jam sessions, where music meets fun and friends meet rock 'n roll. It's gonna be a blast. Bring your instruments, your voice, and your A-game.

  • Gear Galore: Pianos, electric/acoustic guitars, tube amps, bass (4 or 5 string), drum set, ukulele, ready for you. Plus, extra mics for singers and whatever else you want to bring.
  • Covers welcome: Bring your band, or team up with fellow jammers. There are often lots of blues, rock, pop, and funk, plus a load of awesome covers from all decades, especially the '90s. This is a jam of any genre, tends to be rock/soul/bluesy pop/fusion/jazzy funk, but whatever you play, that's what it'll be.
  • Game On: Ping Pong tables and arcade machines for friendly competition.
  • No Limits: Bring your musical mojo, and get wild. Whether you're a pro or just here for the good times, it's all about the music and the good vibes.

This venue is 21+

MONNOV 2
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Social MixersVideo GamesArcade & Pinball

Mixer Tournament | Killer Queen PDX (November 2026)

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.

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Check out our full community calendar for upcoming events here:
https://killerqueenpdx.buzz/calendar
Can’t wait to play bee game with you all soon!
SUNNOV 1
1:00 PM
+4 dates
All agesBluegrassJazz

Laurelthirst Pub Weekend Matinee

Weekend matinees play from 1-3 pm, free, all ages. Oct 3 (Sat): Blue Pine - Americana/alt-country rock band Oct 4 (Sun): Tuba Django - playing in the style of Django Reinhardt with a twist of Tuba! Oct 10 (Sat): Thunder Ridge - straight-ahead bluegrass Oct 11 (Sun): Ashley Seaton & the TK Swing All-Stars - Portland’s hottest jazz ensemble Oct 17 (Sat): Marilee Hord‘s Bluegrass Matinee (subbing for Josh Cole) - good, old-fashioned bluegrass Oct 18 (Sun): Kung Pao Chickens - the finest in Django-esque Roma jazz Oct 24 (Sat): Filthy Skillets (bluegrass matinee) - putting their own twist on traditional bluegrass Oct 25 (Sun): Sleepy Lagoon - Pete Krebs, Doug Sammons (Midnight Serenaders) playing 20s/30s jazz, Hawaiian, and exotica with vocal harmonies Oct 31 (Sat): The Sixties (Frank "Buzz Holland" Goodman & Joe Chiusano) - laying down the grooves of that golden era Nov 1 (Sun): Ashley Seaton & the TK Swing All-Stars - Portland’s hottest jazz ensemble Nov 7 (Sat): Blue Pine - Americana/alt-country rock band Nov 8 (Sun): Sweet Preserves - traditional acoustic New Orleans jazz Nov 15 (Sun): Kung Pao Chickens - the finest in Django-esque Roma jazz Nov 21 (Sat): Josh Cole‘s Bluegrass Matinee - good, old-fashioned bluegrass

TUENOV 3
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
+3 dates
Video GamesArcade & Pinball

Fall Pinny Cup Tournament

In our Pinny Cup Tournaments, players will register and then be placed into teams of 2-3. Teams will be made from a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced players to keep a fun and fair experience for everyone. Each team will be responsible for recording their own scores and turning them in. The winning teams of each machine will be determined by the highest combined score of everyone on the team, and teams will receive points based on how they placed. (4 points for 1st place, 2 points for 2nd place, 1 point for 3rd place) The winning teams for the whole event will be determined by which team has the most points after all the rounds. Each member of the winning teams receives prizes ranging from gift cards to free pinball wristbands to some of our merch!

Tournaments are open to people of all skill levels. We have some of the best players in the country here, as well as many new people getting into the hobby for the first time! It's a great way to improve your skills as well as meet friendly and fun people in the community!

After each tournament is concluded, the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will receive points that will go towards picking an overall Pinny Cup winner that will receive a grand prize and a place in the Pinny Cup Hall of Fame.

There is no entry fee for the tournament, but players are required to purchase an unlimited pinball wristband for $12.

*Please note that the tournament is subject to slight modifications depending on attendance and machine availability. We may modify a tournament to have different group sizes or edit the number of rounds to ensure substantial tournament lengths.*

TUENOV 3
7:00 PM
21+JamsRockPopSoulBluesVideo GamesPerforming Arts

Open Jam & Games

Rock out at our Open Musician's Jam! Join us for our jam sessions, where music meets fun and friends meet rock 'n roll! It's gonna be a blast, and here's what's in store: Gear Galore: Pianos, electric/acoustic guitars, tube amps, bass (4 or 5 string), drum set, ukulele – we've got 'em ready for you! Plus, extra mics for singers and whatever else you want to bring. Covers welcome: Bring your band, or team up with fellow jammers. We often get lots of blues, rock, pop, funk, and a load of awesome covers from all decades, but especially 90's. Let's make some noise!Game On: We've got Ping Pong tables and arcade machines for friendly competition. No Limits: Bring your musical mojo, and let's get wild! Whether you're a pro or just here for the good times, it's all about the music and the good vibes. Admission: FREE, 'cause we're all about the music! Bring your instruments, your voice, and your A-game. Let's jam like there's no tomorrow! We'll see you there, ready to turn up the volume! This venue is 21+ *************************************************************************************************************** Questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page!

FRINOV 6
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Board GamesVideo GamesSocial MixersClubs & Meetings

GAME NIGHT – BEAVERTON – CONNECTION CLUB

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.

SATNOV 14
8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
BluegrassPerforming Arts

Meadowlark String Band

Some of the best bands start with a plan. Others start with a few musicians, a couple of beers, and a shared love of bluegrass.

Meadowlark String Band was born right here at Tomorrow’s Verse Taproom, where its members first connected through our weekly Bluegrass & Brews jam. What began as Tuesday night pickin’ sessions grew into a band built on musical chemistry, friendship, and a love for making music together.

Rooted in the communal spirit of bluegrass, Meadowlark String Band is a perfect example of what happens when musicians come together, share a few tunes, and let the music take them somewhere new.

From our weekly jam to the Tomorrow’s Verse stage, we couldn't be happier to see this band take flight!

$5 cover

SATNOV 7
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
+3 dates
All agesDrop-inLearning & TechVideo GamesKids & FamilyMuseums

Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center

Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration.

Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, a vertical wind table, and historic airplanes and collections on display. Our various educational programs are designed to spark curiosity and encourage discovery.

Admission is free for all ages, making this a perfect outing for families, school groups, and community organizations.

Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult when attending Open Saturday.

WEDNOV 18
7:00 PM
World MusicJamsBluegrassClubs & Meetings

Eastside Music Club: Jere Hudson Memorial Jam

About a month ago, we lost our beloved fellow musician Jere Hudson. Jere was a true light in every gathering, and he will be sorely missed. We are planning a jam in his honor, where we will play some of his favorite tunes. Cajun, old-time, bluegrass, folk, Irish: anything goes. All are welcome. Also please note that we need to buy any alcohol at the venue.

THUNOV 12
11:30 AM
Board GamesVideo GamesClubs & Meetings

Veteran Club Game Day

Wacheno Welcome Center Mall Area Thursday, November 12, 2026, 11:30am – 3pm Open to Public, students, and staffClub engagement activity to celebrate Veteran's dayFood will be available board games, cards, and switch games available

THUNOV 5
Hours not provided
+3 more
TriviaVideo GamesArcade & Pinball

Trivia Night at Atlas Pizza

@GeeksWhoDrink trivia every Thursday starting at 7:30 p.m. Free and fun to play. NY style pizza spot featuring pizza by the slice, pinball, and cheap beer.
TUENOV 3
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
21+Drop-inVideo Games

Super Smash Bros Ultimate CASUAL NIGHT (November 2026)

If chaotic free-for-all matches with items is your brand of fun with Super Smash Bros, this bonus Smash Bros Night is for you! In addition to this month’s 1v1 tournament night (scheduled for Tuesday 11/10), we’re hosting a casual Super Smash Bros Ultimate night on Tuesday 11/3, with all items on and rotating modes. This is free to play in the lounge on the projector from 7-11pm, so stop by for some matches!

SUNNOV 1
6:00 PM
+7 dates
21+BluegrassWorld MusicSoulCountryBluesR&BPerforming Arts

Laurelthirst Pub Happy Hour

All performances 6-8 pm (unless otherwise extended), free, 21+ Oct 20 (Tue): The Pagan Jug Band - a delightful mix of jug, blues, country, bluegrass and hokum Oct 21 (Wed): The Get Down Funk Collective [extended to 9 pm] - infectious blend of funk, soul, R&B, and jazz Oct 23 (Fri): Michelle Alany & The Mystics - soulful interpretations of traditional and original sephardic, balkan, and israeli songs infused with her tasty Austin-blues stylings Oct 24 (Sat): Bad Assets [extended to 9 pm] - rowdy country-rock with blazing Telecaster guitar Oct 25 (Sun): Freak Mountain Ramblers - off-beat, edgy, weird, wonderful Oct 26 (Mon): Portland Country Underground - a bunch of old friends hanging out and playing roots and country music they love. Oct 27 (Tue): Jackstraw - bluegrass, honky-tonk, and rock ‘n roll Oct 28 (Wed): Rhapsody in Red [extended to 9 pm] - excellent female-fronted Grateful Dead cover band Oct 29 (Thu): Lewi Longmire & The Lookouts - Lewi Longmire (guitar) and Sydney Nash (bass) will be bringing in Micah Kassell (drums- Scott Law Band) and perhaps other guests Oct 30 (Fri): Supernatural Beavers - rock ‘n‘ roll, blues, psych, and outlaw country Oct 31 (Sat): The Electric Stomp - solidly earthy Americana and folk-rock with a touch of island breeze Nov 1 (Sun): An Evening of Jimmy Boyer Music [extended to 10 pm] Nov 2 (Mon): The Waysiders - a new brand of classic country all their own Nov 3 (Tue): Lost Creek Bluegrass Band - two parts traditional bluegrass, one part old-time fiddle tunes, and a splash of honkytonk Nov 4 (Wed): QuEasy Gumbo [extended to 9 pm] - the Quick and Easy Boys with Steve Kerin Nov 5 (Thu): Lewi Longmire & The Left Coast Roasters - rowdy roots rock and roll with a classic heart! Nov 6 (Fri): The Family Band - country-fried and southern roots-rock Nov 7 (Sat): The Resolectrics - rock & soul power trio Nov 8 (Sun): Freak Mountain Ramblers - off-beat, edgy, weird, wonderful

FRINOV 6
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
💰 $23+Video GamesElectronic & DJPartiesDance ClubsDrag, Burlesque & CabaretVarietyCocktailsLGBTQ+

The Hyrule Ball

Star Theater and Starlight Lounge13 Northwest 6th Avenue

Grab your gear and strap on your tunic, because The Hyrule Ball is here. A niche, nerdy, nightlife celebration of everyone's favorite action-adventure franchise, just in time for the latest release. Featuring Zelda-inspired DJ sets and drag performances, specialty cocktails, local vendors, and consoles and cabinets for playing games with friends.

Come dressed in your cosplay best, grab your wallet of rupees, and get ready to dance until the Sun Song plays.

WEDNOV 4
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
+1 dates
TeensClubs & MeetingsYouth ProgramsVideo Games

Teen Gaming Club

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

MONNOV 2
6:30 PM
+4 dates
Open MicsBluegrass

Hostel Cafe Open Mic Night

Join us every Monday from 6:30–10 pm at The Hostel Cafe for our weekly Open Mic Night, a cozy, community-focused space where local and traveling musicians share original songs, covers, and acoustic sets. Enjoy live music, good vibes, and cafe drinks while discovering new talent and supporting our featured performers. If you‘re looking for open mic music events in Portland or a friendly spot to play, The Hostel Cafe is the place to be every Monday night. This is a free event, but we encourage you to tip our featured performers! 10/19 (Sat): Ross Island Ramblers featuring Richard Melling (lead guitar and songwriter), Karen McCracken (guitar and clawhammer banjo), the hot fiddle of Olivia Horgan, melodic mandolin of Rollie Champe and the rock-solid bass of Michelle Traver.

WEDNOV 18
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
All agesBluegrassCultural HeritagePerforming Arts

Rogue Moon

Rogue Moon joins us at the Tigard brewpub for Wednesday Bluegrass bringing classic and modern bluegrass tunes to the stage. Get ready for four-part acoustic instrumentation and harmony plus foot-stomping fiddle!All ages, no cover.
MONNOV 2
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
+4 dates
All agesBoard GamesVideo GamesKaraokeVarietyArts & Media

Make it Retro Monday Night! Video games, movies, activities and more!

Join us for a wild evening of games (board, RPG, cards, and retro video games head to head!) and fun! ODD Mondays feature Karaoke with a retro twist, decade costumes encouraged!

Suggested donation is $5-10 and refreshments are available from The Riff service counter. Craft kit bundle deal: $15-20 for craft kit and one free drink from the bar!

ALL AGES. 21+ID required for alcoholic beverages.

THUNOV 5
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
+1 dates
TeensClubs & MeetingsYouth ProgramsVideo Games

Video Game Club - For Teens

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support.

THUNOV 12
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
+1 dates
TeensBoard GamesVideo GamesTeen LoungesCrafts

Level UP Lounge

The ultimate after-school hangout for teens and pre-teens (ages 13-17)! Kick back with your friends, get creative, or just chill. We've got comfy spots, board games, art supplies, quiet study zones, and all the video games you could want. It's the perfect spot to meet new people, try cool stuff, and de-stress after school.

SATNOV 7
9:00 AM
+3 dates
BluegrassCultural HeritageArts & Media

Music from the True Vine

Every Saturday, 9 am to noon, the best of traditional and contemporary bluegrass and old time music, and information about local shows and festivals! First Saturday: Justin Auld Second Saturday: Dave Elliott 3rd Saturday: Gareth Jenkins 4th Saturday: Chip Russell 5th Saturday: Donna Dunaif, Melissa Tanguay, Chuck Holloway Previous shows available on the KBOO program page at https://kboo.fm/program/music-true-vine.

TUENOV 3
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
+3 dates
BluegrassJamsPerforming ArtsCultural HeritageBeer

Bluegrass and Brews

Tomorrow's Verse ~ Taproom & Bottle Shop4605 Northeast Fremont Street

Every Tuesday, something pretty special happens at Tomorrow's Verse Taproom. Musicians pull up a chair, listeners grab a pint, and for a couple of hours the room turns into the kind of community space that's getting harder and harder to find. No stage, no spotlight, no barriers—just people sharing songs, stories, and a love of live music.

Whether you play, listen, or just enjoy being around good people, Bluegrass and Brews is a place to connect. Discover your new favorite musician, catch up with neighbors, and support a group of local pickers who keep traditional music alive, one tune at a time.

Pull up a chair. Order a pint. Stay awhile. The music's better when the room (or courtyard) is full.

WEDNOV 4
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
21+Video GamesArcade & PinballLearning & Tech

Ball Save Social Club Pinball Tournament

Introducing a new beginner-friendly monthly pinball tournament: Ball Save Social Club! Monthly on first Wednesdays.

The goal is to keep BSSC a casual space that boosts new players and further helps build the community. It’s also a place to highlight the skilled players in our community that are willing to share the secrets and take on a challenge. The tournament starts at 7:00 pm however if you are there at 6:00 pm and are a newer or lower skilled player the TD can find a higher skilled player to play some games with you to either teach rules or flipper skills.

Getting wrecked constantly can be exhausting and discouraging. So the difference with BSSC and other tournaments is the introduction of a handicap system. Inspired by bowling leagues and golf tournaments to help even the playing field and make it more fair. The format will be 4 games of a matchplay format with a one game final for the top 4.

Handicaps will be determined by player ratings in MatchPlay. Handicaps will be a percentage taken off of your score at the end of the game.

Expert: 40% off
A: 30% off
B: 15% off
C: 0% off
D, E and unrated: 0% off and can play one extra ball

Example with a score of 1,304, 216,800 this is what would count
Expert: 782,530,080 (1,304, 216,800 × 0.6)
A: 912,951,760 (1,304, 216,800 x 0.7)
B: 1,108,584,280 (1,304,216,800 x 0.85)
C: 1,304,216,800
D, E and unrated: 1,304,216,800 (plus an extra ball)

Sometimes an experimental format may happen!

THUNOV 5
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
+2 dates
TeensClubs & MeetingsYouth ProgramsVideo Games

Video Game Club - For Teens

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support.

FRINOV 6
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Video GamesArcade & Pinball

Head to Head Matchplay Tournament

Head to Head qualifying with rounds being drawn until 9pm. Top players will make it to finals in a strikes elimination finals.

Check in before 7pm. $20 admission to Next Level + $5 buy-in to the tournament.

IFPA sanctioned for World Ranking points.

MONNOV 23
6:00 PM
BluegrassCultural Heritage

The Front Porch Swingers

The Front Porch Swingers are steeped in that good ole Kentucky bluegrass music and Appalachian fiddle tunes. We like to play that foot tapping, feel good music.
TUENOV 17
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
TeensBoard GamesVideo GamesCraftsTeen Lounges

Gaming & Crafting for Teens

Kick back with your friends, get creative, or just chill. We've got comfy spots, board games, art supplies, and plenty of video games. It's the perfect spot to hang out and meet new people. For ages 12-18.

FRINOV 6
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
+1 dates
TeensClubs & MeetingsYouth ProgramsVideo Games

Teen Gaming Club

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

WEDNOV 11
Hours not provided
+3 more
Video GamesFairs & Markets

PDXLAN

Location: Exhibition Hall A

About PDXLAN:

PDXLAN, a not-for-profit organization, was established in 2002 with the first event taking place in July of 2003. PDXLAN was founded by a group of avid PC-Gamers that wanted a large LAN party in the Portland, Oregon area.

Over the years PDXLAN has evolved into not just an event, but a community of generous gamers that have come to donate over $1,000,000 to local and national charities.

PDXLAN’s community is full of PC-hardware junkies, world-renown case modders, and avid casual gamers who are focused on playing together for fun.

FRINOV 13
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Video Games

Smash Bros Ultimate Smash

Join ASMHCC for the Fall Smash Bros. Ultimate Smash Tournament! There will be free food and a prize for the tournament winner! Located in the Student Union . MHCC is an EEO, Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, Title II, Section 504, ADA, ORS 659A Institution. People requiring accommodations due to a disability should contact the Accessible Education Services office at 503-491-6923 or [email protected] . Please contact us at least two weeks prior to the event.

TUENOV 10
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
21+Video Games

Smash Bros. Night: Ultimate Tournament (November 2026)

Ready for more Super Smash Bros. action at Ground Kontrol? We want to see you duke it out with your friends up on our big screens!

Head to Ground Kontrol on Tuesday 11/10 for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate battles starting at 6pm. We’ll host a 1v1 tournament around 7pm, free to enter and with prizes from Ground Kontrol for the top 3 players!

Our monthly Smash Bros. Nights are free to play and we’ll provide four Nintendo Switch pro controllers, but we also have a GameCube controller adapter, so feel free to bring a GameCube controller if it’s your preference!

Smash Bros. Night: Ultimate Tournament · Tuesday 11/10 · 6pm-late · FREE · 21+ only

SATNOV 7
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
+1 dates
TeensClubs & MeetingsYouth ProgramsVideo Games

Teen Gaming Club

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

SATNOV 28
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Video GamesTeens

Tween & Teen Video Game Night at Ridgefield Community Library

Join other young patrons at the library for Nintendo fun! Test your skills, enjoy some snacks, and make new friends. Plankers and Edgehogs need not apply.

Saturday, September 26, 4:00pm–6:00pm

Saturday, October 24 4:00pm–6:00pm

Saturday, November 28 4:00pm–6:00pm

TUENOV 10
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
21+Video Games

Poser Tom's Roadshow Arcade

FREE, 21+, 7PM

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Poser Tom's Roadshow Arcade

Video Game Tournament!!!

This Month's Game: TBA

TOTALLY EXCELLENT PRIZES!!!

THUNOV 19
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
TeensClubs & MeetingsYouth ProgramsVideo GamesArts & Media

Video Game Club - For Teens

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support.

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