Latest Events in Portland(April Updated)

But There Is This explores our journey through life and our quest for meaning, even when it remains elusive. In works by Corigliano , Mustonen , Yoshimatsu , and Shostakovich, fragments of themes and ideas emerge over time, slowly and imperfectly revealing themselves as part of a larger whole. Each piece takes us on a journey through extreme emotions which are rarely resolved, challenging us to perceive beauty in the small details that make up our lives, even when the whole remains unclear. This program reminds us, in the words of Barabara Ras, that “there is the voice you can still summon at will, like your mother’s/it will always whisper, you can’t have it all, but there is this.” Friday, April 25 at 7:00 pm (doors 6:30 PM), approximately 90-minutes. There is a $3 ticket surcharge on the day of the performance. Photo Credit: Titilayo Ayangade ABOUT THE ARTISTS Palaver Strings is a Grammy-nominated, musician-led string ensemble and nonprofit organization based in Portland, ME. Our mission is to strengthen and inspire community through music. In our musician-led model, Palaver’s musicians share artistic and administrative leadership, guided by a passion for engaging new audiences, addressing social justice issues, and amplifying underrepresented voices. Equally committed to performance and education, Palaver presents a full season of live concerts. Violin / Cameron Alan-Lee, Teagan Faran, Maya French, Grant Houston, Maïthéna Girault, Jesse MacDonald Viola / Brianna Fischler, Elizabeth Moore, Kayla Williams Cello / Matthew Smith, Nathaniel Taylor, Kamyron Williams Bass / Ian Saunders PARKING & TRANSPORTATION Mechanics’ Hall is located at 519 Congress Street. Our main entrance is between Loquat Shop and the Art Mart. The Greater Portland Metro’s Congress & Casco Street Stop is directly in front of our building, served by routes 1, 7, 8, and 9B . Parking is available at the Arts District Garage , which has entrances on Casco and Brown Street, with a rate of $5 per hour. Metered street parking is available on Congress, Casco, Cumberland, Free Street, and other nearby streets. Free hourly street parking is available between Parris and Alder Street. ACCESSIBILITY To enter our building, patrons will need to navigate a single step or use a modular wheelchair ramp . There is a wheelchair-accessible elevator to the third-floor ballroom. If you have a particular accessibility question or request don't hesitate to get in touch with us at programming@mainemechanics.org or 207-773-8396 Information Source: Mechanics' Hall (Maine) | eventbrite

After filling venues with laughter since 1983, SUSAN RICE recently found massive online success with a "Don't Tell Comedy" special that has garnered over 1 million views in 6 months! She's also gained over 120,000 Instagram followers since her audition with America's Got Talent! Susan has appeared on ABC, NBC, HBO, Showtime , and Comedy Central and has worked with Jerry Seinfeld, George Carlin, Arsenio Hall , Louis Black, and so many more. Right after Susan comes to the stage, audiences discover they will go on a non-stop hilarious adventure that will leave them gasping for breath. Oh, and she also won Portland’s Funniest Person. SAMANTHA RUDDY has performed standup on both The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert . She's also been heard on NPR and appeared in videos for Comedy Central and Marvel. She has performed at comedy festivals like New York Comedy Festival, San Francisco Sketchfest, and Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Information Source: D&D Comedy | eventbrite

The dates and times of this course are as follows: April 25th: 4-8pm May 2nd: 4-8pm May 3rd: 8am-4pm May 4th: 8am-2pm This is a blended learning course, which includes an online portion that takes about 7 hours to complete. A link to the online learning will be sent out 2 weeks before the start date to the email used to register, and must be completed before the day of the class. Prerequisites Prerequisite skills are covered on the first day of class. Candidates who do not complete the prerequisite skills to the instructor's satisfaction will not be eligible to participate in the remainder of the course. No refunds will be given, but a credit will be placed on the participant's account for one future course. Candidate must: Be 15 years old by the final scheduled session of the course. Be able to preform a swim-tread-swim sequence continuously, demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. This sequence is 150 yards followed by 2 minutes of treading and another 50 yard swim. Candidates may swim using the front crawl (freestyle), breaststroke, or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Candidates must tread using only the legs, their hands should be placed under the armpits. Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Swim goggles are not allowed. Surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to the starting point with both hands holding the object. Candidates should not swim the distance under water. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps. Certifications Issued and Validity Period: American Red Cross certifications (Lifeguarding, CPR, AED and First Aid) will be emailed to participants within two weeks of course completion. Certifications are valid for two years. Information Source: Multnomah Athletic Club | eventbrite

The Divergent Gift; Unboxing Autism is a feature length documentary project, produced by an international team of Autistic and Neurodivergent creatives. Capturing the complicated zeitgeist amid this rising diagnosis demographic, The Divergent Gift touches firmly on the exposed nerve of the neurodiversity movement—uniquely combining intimate, subject-led stories of truly diverse lives, with vibrant and visceral animated sequences that immerse viewers into these experiences like no film before it. With DEI programs and efforts under attack, join us from anywhere in the world for this HYBRID event dedicated to fostering greater acceptance of neurodiversity. This film focuses on deepening positive Autistic Identity through visualizing the various unseen challenges, gifts, abilities, and interests of those labeled as a (so called) “mild” presentation of the autism spectrum. The Divergent Gift also weaves in the profoundly intimate personal journey of filmmaker, Bret Malley, exposing exactly what it means to wonder, and ultimately answer—am I in the spectrum? In addition to getting a sneak peek, hear live Q and A with some of the Autistic subjects and creatives, and help us raise funds for the final stages of post production, including hiring the film Composer and Colorist, both of whom are also Autistic. Together we can get this documentary across the finish line and out into the world so everyone can see it! Film Trailer Ways to Donate Tax-deductible US donations via Portland Art Museum: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/88kj6Q?vid=1ha0j7 Outside of the US donations: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=5XQ9YFRM9KE7N More About the Film Information Source: Funnelbox | eventbrite

Welcome to Ken Hop Presents Iconic KPop ! Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with the best KPop hits, guest DJ's , and special performances. Join us at Elevate Nightclub for a night of non-stop dancing and KPop vibes. Don't miss out on this epic event - grab your tickets now! Information Source: Band O’ Brothers | eventbrite

Comedian Harper-Rose Drummond (co-host of the Tea Time Podcast, opened for Hannah Einbinder, Debra DiGiovanni, Chad & JT) does her hour and is joined by Cameron Peloso! Harper-Rose's comedy is off the cuff, at times dark, quick and riddled with personal stories and observations ❤️ https://youtu.be/4eNpjjGZHLY?si=sM2qv9mnq71iyGT8 Information Source: Harper-Rose Drummond | eventbrite

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Join us for a deep dive to release the tension and anxiety that clouds our vision, reconnect with the love in our hearts and get nourished cellularly and soul-ularly by powerful, soothing sound vibration. We’ll open with the deep, gentle release of a yin yoga class led by Tara Michele, with live music by Chay Tanya Lila and her mantra band. Tara will guide us into long-held, passive postures designed to target the deeper connective tissues. Through mindful breathwork and meditative awareness, you’ll create space to soften into each posture, allowing gravity to do the work while you explore the subtle shifts within. This practice is perfect for reducing stress, increasing flexibility, and creating space—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Then, we’ll support nervous system repair by entraining a theta brainwave state through spiritual sound. Tom Lange of Sound and Soul Awakening, one of Portland’s most experienced sound healers, will lead a full band in creating an immersive sonic experience that promotes restoration and coherence. With his famous traveling didgeridoo, Tom will powerwash each person individually with a head-to-toe personal sound bath. Finally, we’ll tap into the resonating power of our bodies and seal in the healing with a vibrational mantra circle and prayerful kirtan before sharing tea and nourishing homemade treats. Please arrive and get settled between 2:45-3pm, class will start promptly at 3pm This event is part of a weekend-long series of events that provide an introduction and deep dive into mantra meditation in all its forms. Email us at portland@kirtanpnw.com for an invite to join a walking meditation at Tryon Creek State Natural Area on Saturday morning before class, and join us Sunday evening for a mantra dance party at Brindge Space. Eventbrite tickets Teacher bios Chay Tanya Lila As a meditation teacher, kirtan leader and somatic practitioner, Chay Tanya Lila brings a lifetime of hard-won lessons to the programs she leads, gently encouraging us to let go and cultivate a taste for the sweetness of surrender. Together with her band, she leads weekly kirtans in Portland as well as throughout the Pacific Northwest. Her mission is to make the practices of bhakti yoga and mantra meditation accessible to everyone, to help reweave our social fabric and support soul-level community. Tom Lange With over 28 years of experience as a sound healer and lifelong musician, Tom guides transformative journeys through the healing vibrations of the didgeridoo, gongs, and Tibetan singing bowls. His practice is rooted in a soul-deep connection to sound and a commitment to channeling frequencies that restore the body and spirit to their natural state of harmony. Tom is a master at holding space for sound to do what it naturally does—unlock the healing already within you. Together with his partner Aiyana McKenzie, Tom offers sound healing for individuals, couples, and groups and is the creator of the Sonic Brain Massage™—a powerful headphone experience for healing. Tara Michele Tara is a devotional yoga teacher, guiding students into a space of inner exploration to cultivate presence, resilience, and self-awareness. Drawing from her own journey of mindfulness and movement, Tara creates experiences that integrate breathwork, meditation, and intentional movement, offering a practice that is both physically grounding and internally expansive. All the details: Address : 8051 SE 16th Ave, Portland, OR 97202 Parking : Free street parking nearby Public transport : Dance with Joy is two blocks from stops for the 50 and 70 bus, and a 20 minute walk from the Max Orange Line Milwaukie station Accessibility : The building is ADA accessible with a ramp and bathrooms have an all gender option What to wear/bring : Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothes. We will have blankets and yoga mats for everyone, but you’re welcome to bring your own if you have a favorite or want to double up. You’re also welcome to bring a head pillow or eye pillow if you prefer for the sound bath. We will have tea, nourishing treats and water. Yin yoga and sound vibration together help to move a lot of energy in the body, so we encourage you to bring a water bottle as well for optimal hydration. Feel free to text Chay directly at 808.369.6320 with any additional questions. Information Source: Chay Tanya Lila | eventbrite

XOXO you know you love TRIVIA ! Join us for our Gossip Girl Trivia event at Flour Bloom! We will have questions from all 6 seasons of the hit show. Doors will be open for scanning tickets in at 5:30pm. We reccomend getting there around 6pm at the laatest to get your drink/food orders and to secure a seat. We will begin starting the first round of questions at 6:30pm. There is a total of three rounds of trivia for this event. We will have 1st,2nd, and 3rd place winners with PRIZES! We can't wait to share another night of trivia & treats with you all! Information Source: Halfday | eventbrite

Kick off your weekend off right with the hottest new drag brunch in town! Hosted by Shandi Evans and Silhouette, come enjoy delicious food, a vibrant enviornment, and an all-star cast of the coolest drag entertainment this city has to offer. Seating and Brunch begins at noon, the show begins at 1. 21+ only $30 presale tickets, $40 at the door. $60 VIP tickets which come with a meal, drink, and reserved seat. Please email us at wesabdi@gmail.com to let us know the number of people in your party so you can be seated appropriately! Information Source: Drag Valley | eventbrite

Be Honest is the annual PSUGD student portfolio showcase! Every spring since 2010, freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and soon-to-be graduating seniors come together to show off their work to professionals and the community. Be Honest is a valuable opportunity for graphic design students to gain experience presenting their work and engaging with the community. It’s also an opportunity for creative professionals to check out all the great things coming out of PSUGD! Information Source: Portland State Graphic Design! | eventbrite

Artist Collab. / Photo Swap Meet Welcome to our event where models and photographers come together to collaborate and utilize the shoot ready space for multiple projects within the theme! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded creatives, exchange ideas, and maybe even find a new piece for your portfolio. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun. Don't miss out on this chance to network and be inspired by the talent around you. Theme: Inner Child Information Source: eventbrite

PLEASE READ ENTIRE SUMMARY PRIOR TO BOOKING Chartreuse will lead you through a fabulous roster of local and guest performers. Due to popularity, we will be hosting two rounds of performances each Sunday: First seating is from 11:30-11:45, with the performance beginning shortly after final arrival. Second seating is from 1:45-2:00. ** Second seating recommended relaxed arrival time to allow for the restaurant to be reset prior to your arrival** Groups are recommended to place ticket orders under one name, so we can guarantee you will all be seated together. Requests to be seated with other parties are not guaranteed. Limited cash will be available to exchange large bills. * Tickets are a mixture of traditional table, high-top table, and bar seating. Placement is dependent on party size. If you need ADA accommodations for a lower table or plan to bring children, please contact us in advance at portlandgm@batsonriver.com* Although we support early exposure for children to all that our community has to offer, we do recommend this show for ages 16+. We trust your judgement as a parent. THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT! LIMITED SEATING DAY-OF DEPENDING ON CANCELLATIONS - COME EARLY TO GET YOUR NAME ON THE WAITLIST We do not accept ticket refund requests within 48 hours of the event. We will reschedule you for a future event if you contact us no later than 24 hours prior to the day of the show. Information Source: Batson River | eventbrite

The 2025 New England 10 Miler SeriesEarn extra bling (and bragging rights) by joining us for the New England 10 Miler Series! Runners who complete all three races will receive a New England 10 Miler Series Medal and swag item, as well as year long cumulative time competition. The 2025 series consists of three events; The Portland 10 Miler (4/27), The BankNewport 10 Miler (6/1) and the Vermont 10 Miler (11/2). More Miles. More Bling.In addition to the individual race shirts and medals, Series participants earn a special Series medal and swag item upon completing the New England 10 Miler Series at the final race of the year in Stowe, Vermont. The 30-Mile ChallengePrizes for the top three male and female runners with the speediest cumulative times from all three events will be distributed at the conclusion of the series! EligibilityTo be eligible to complete the New England 10 Miler series, runners must register prior to the first event of the year, the Portland 10 Miler. Runners must participate in all three events in that calendar year to be eligible to receive their medal and shirt at the end of the Series. Already Registered for an Individual Race?If you have already registered for one of the individual 10 Miler races but would now like to run the complete series instead, please contact us and we’ll get you properly registered for the Series! Series Registration PoliciesRegistration PoliciesGray Matter Marketing is a small business dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle with charitably focused events that highlight the communities we are fortunate to call host cities. RefundsFull refunds are allowed up to 30 days prior to the first event of the series. Please email info@graymattermarketing.com to request a refund and include your name and the event name. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS made to requests after the 30 day prior deadline. DeferralsDeferrals to the next year’s race are allowed up to 30 days before the first event of the series. Please email info@graymattermarketing.com to request a deferral. This will be available for you to register for the following year’s event. Instructions for using the deferral will be emailed to you. TransfersWe do not allow transfers of registrations or bib swapping. No exceptions. Eventbrite CreditsOur registration platform has phased out their credit program entirely. Eventbrite has sent out virtual Visa gift cards to anyone with outstanding credits. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by Eventbrite unexpectedly removing their credit program. Extreme Weather PolicyOur events are held rain or shine. However, there is always the potential for extreme or severe weather conditions. Race organizers will do as much as we can to ensure the experience is as safe as possible. In the event of severe weather, the race may be delayed as race officials consult public safety officers. If there is more than a short delay, if conditions persist, or the forecast calls for extreme weather, race officials reserve the right to alter or cancel the race. We do not schedule rain dates . Any decision to cancel an event is done as an absolute last resort and is made collectively with local risk management, police, fire & rescue, and medical personnel as appropriate. In such situations, there will be NO REFUNDS as registrants accept any such risk of their entry fee when signing up. Please check the website, our Facebook page, and your email before the race for any changes or cancellations. Information Source: Gray Matter Marketing | eventbrite

2025 Event RegistrationThe seventh annual Portland 10 Miler will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2025. Our coastal course covers ten-miles of Portland’s most recognizable roads and paths along Back Cove, Munjoy Hill and the Eastern Promenade. The Portland 10 Miler is the first stop of the New England 10 Miler Series. The race starts at 8:00 a.m. at Edward Payson Park. Detailed Race Information:For full event information, please visit www.portland10miler.com. Facebook Page | Instagram Page New England 10 Miler SeriesEarn extra bling (and bragging rights) by joining us for the New England 10 Miler Series! Runners who complete all three races will receive a New England 10 Miler Series Medal and swag item, as well as year long cumulative time competition. The 2025 series consists of three events; The Portland 10 Miler (4/27), The BankNewport 10 Miler (6/1) and the Vermont 10 Miler (11/2). Learn more, and register for the Series at: www.newengland10milerseries.com. Registration PoliciesGray Matter Marketing is a small business dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle with charitably focused events that highlight the communities we are fortunate to call host cities. RefundsFull refunds are allowed up to 30 days prior to the event. Please email info@graymattermarketing.com to request a refund and include your name and the event name. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS made to requests after the 30 day prior deadline. DeferralsDeferrals to the next year’s race are allowed up to 30 days before the event. Please email info@graymattermarketing.com to request a deferral. This will be available for you to register for the following year’s event. Instructions for using the deferral will be emailed to you. TransfersWe do not allow transfers of registrations or bib swapping. No exceptions. Eventbrite CreditsOur registration platform has phased out their credit program entirely. Eventbrite has sent out virtual Visa gift cards to anyone with outstanding credits. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by Eventbrite unexpectedly removing their credit program. Extreme Weather PolicyOur events are held rain or shine. However, there is always the potential for extreme or severe weather conditions. Race organizers will do as much as we can to ensure the experience is as safe as possible. In the event of severe weather, the race may be delayed as race officials consult public safety officers. If there is more than a short delay, if conditions persist, or the forecast calls for extreme weather, race officials reserve the right to alter or cancel the race. We do not schedule rain dates . Any decision to cancel an event is done as an absolute last resort and is made collectively with local risk management, police, fire & rescue, and medical personnel as appropriate. In such situations, there will be NO REFUNDS as registrants accept any such risk of their entry fee when signing up. Please check the website, our Facebook page, and your email before the race for any changes or cancellations. Information Source: Gray Matter Marketing | eventbrite

RON ARTIS II - LIVE IN PORTLAND OR LET'S GO PORTLAND! I'm bringing THOMAS PRIDGEN (MARS VOLTA) & SAM ARNOLD . KIDS ARE FREE AND INVITED!! One night only. This concert we invite you to soak up the moment with us. We will be performing in the middle of the audience. Yes, you will be standing right next to us. Please be mindful during the performance and do not touch performers. Anyone with drinks please stand two rows back. Information Source: Ron Artis II | eventbrite

In this workshop, delve into the purpose of your creativity and dismantle structures that inhibit your creativity from flowing naturally . This is the time to embrace your own rhythm and cadence as an "artist". Being creative is embedded in our nature as humans. As an creative human, you have your own sense of timing, of vision, of method. These creative patterns are also learned from community, family, culture, and country. Our society defines "the artist" as a particular thing distinct and separate from society. It fails to help us see the ways in which we are each artists in our everyday life creating beauty in the world around us and making in the most mundane moments. As a result, we can be completely oblivious to our natural creative talents, believing the word "artist" applies to the few who do it professionally. If we identify as "an artist", we can lose track of what feels good in being creative, trying to do what others expect we should do. To center and honor your own rhythm and cadence as an "artist" can bring you a great sense of flow, of grounding, and improved boundaries with this world. There is something magical that happens when you own who you are and how you flow - outside of any external expectations. All skill levels are welcome from long-timers, newbies, and everyone in between. All varieties of artists and mediums are welcome too! Led By Tieara Myers - Tieara Myers is a teacher, healer, and psychic living in Portland, OR. She has a passion for exploring and unveiling possibilities through the classes and workshops she teaches. She has been studying the healing arts and teaching for over fifteen years in the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. She’s found over time that we have the power to shift how we see things in a way that positively affects the well-being of our lives. She loves to help others open their vision, find their center, and step fully into their lives. Learn more about her at https://www.tiearamyers.com Information Source: Radical Rest | eventbrite

Black Girls Brunch Club is back! Come join us at Jackie's for our anniversary brunch. We have invited our girls Sistas 4 Life to help teach us a few more line dances including where them fans at. We cant wait to have yall back. Vibes provided by DJ Ashe. Menu includes: Chicken and waffles, Potatoes Egg frittata Fruit Information Source: Black Girls Brunch Club | eventbrite

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Join us at the I Love Vintage Style & Grace Fashion Showcase ! Immerse yourself as models strut down the runway showcasing the best of sustainable & ucycled vintage style to the tune of live poets and vocal soloist. Experience the glamour of sustainable fashion at its finest. Join us on Sun, Apr 27, 2025 at 15:00 at L'Atelier Yaffe for an afternoon filled with timeless elegance and sophistication. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate the budding beauty of spring. Whether you're a seasoned vintage enthusiast, an upcycler or just enjoy the thrill of the runway, this event is perfect for anyone who loves all things style and grace . Audience Attire Suggestion: Pastels and/or Florals Information Source: I Love Vintage Inc. | eventbrite