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WEDNOV 4
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
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The Omnibus Project with John Roderick

Join an evening of conversation, laughter, and stories of the human spirit featuring The Omnibus Project with John Roderick and a special guest. Presented by Papertrees Creative in partnership with the 2026 Portland Book Festival and Literary...
THUNOV 5
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
IndieRockTalks & LecturesPerforming Arts

Soccer Mommy

Join an intimate evening featuring a pre-show discussion and Q&A with Soccer Mommy and special Guest Interviewer, followed by a local opener and solo performance by Soccer Mommy. This event is hosted by Papertrees Creative, in partnership with...
WEDNOV 11
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Talks & LecturesReadingsAuthor Talks

Destroy This House: Amanda Uhle

The Literary Arts Bookstore is pleased to welcome Amanda Uhle to celebrate her memoir, Destroy This House. About the book: For fans of The Glass Castle and The Liars’ Club, a tender, heartbreaking, and hilarious memoir written with “unwavering...
THUNOV 5
12:40 PM – 1:30 PM
Talks & Lectures

WTF Is Going on? Join PGA for an informal conversation about politics and current events

Location Urban Center (URBN) Toulan Library (7th fl) 506 SW Mill St, PortlandMap

What the Duck is back! Join Politics and Global Affairs faculty Jack Miller and Bruce Gilley for an informal conversation about politics and current events (hello, mid-term election!). Bring your questions, concerns and lunch. We will provide snacks and coffee.

This conversation will be held November 5 from 12:40 - 1:30pm in URBN's 7th Floor Library.

What the Duck is back! Join Politics and Global Affairs faculty Jack Miller and Bruce Gilley for an informal conversation about politics and current events (hello, mid-term election!). Bring your questions, concerns and lunch. We will provide...
WEDNOV 4
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
💰 $360CoursesWorkshopsTalks & LecturesArts & Media

Journalism for Every Writer

As part of their training, journalists learn how to distill a story down to its core components, make it legible to a wide audience, and structure information to maximize impact. These are skills and practices that all writers can benefit from....
TUENOV 10
12:40 PM – 2:00 PM
Talks & LecturesHistory Talks

How Music Became a Race Science: French Musicologists and the ‘Arab-Berber’ Racial Model in Interwar North Africa

Location Parson's Gallery (URBN 212), 2nd Floor, 506 SW Mill St, Portland, OR 97201Map
In the interwar period (1919-1939), French colonial officials heavily relied upon an “Arab-Berber” racial model in their North African colonies, using it to shape policy and strategy and subdue “unruly” populations. Around this time, an...
SATNOV 14
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
💰 $20+Performing ArtsTalks & LecturesHistory Talks

Beyond Belief: Magic and Mysteries with The Historical Conjurer

Join Professor Dr. Schreiber and the Skeleton Key Odditorium for an historical magic experience unlike any other. Beyond Belief: Magic & Mysteries with The Historical Conjurer Since the earliest days of the ancient ancestors, conjurers have...
SUNNOV 15
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Talks & LecturesHistory Talks

Wild Mustangs of Oregon

Join Cheri Arthur, an Ambassador for American Wild Horse Conservation. Learn about Velma Johnstone, the first woman advocate for wild horses and burros, and the history of Oregon's wilds horses. You'll hear about the challenges of land management and access, and learn ways to get involved if you are interested.

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