Featured Events in Portland in May, 2025 (May Updated)

Furlandia event will showcase products like Anime, games, toys, comics related products, comic books, science fiction, etc. Information Source: Rainfurrest Anthropomorphics International | expotobi

*SIGN UP NOW FOR $20 INSTEAD OF THE REGULAR $22! Memorial Day is May 26, 2025. Join us on our fifth annual Memorial Day 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2. Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who died while serving in the country’s armed forces. In memory of our fallen heroes, we won’t forget you. Plus, at least 15% of every registration to Operation Gratitude, an amazing organization that seeks to lift spirits and meet the evolving needs of the U.S. Military and First Responder communities, and provide volunteer opportunities for Americans to express their appreciation to all who serve our nation. What: This is a 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 virtual run (or walk) to celebrate Memorial Day and all of our fallen heroes. You choose which distance you want to complete! When: Complete your race any time in May or June 2025! *Medals and bibs will start shipping out mid-April! After that they will ship out within 2 to 5 days of signing up. Where: You choose the course and you time yourself (you’ll report your finishing time to us). Why: Because this is our way of celebrating and honoring all of the heroes out there. Cost: The price is $22 and that includes your medal, bib and at least 15% of every entry will be donated to Operation Gratitude. *We are in no way affiliated with this charity, we like to choose a different charity for each of our races and are happy to raise funds for them. What is a virtual race? A virtual race is a race that can be run (or walked) from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or even at another race). You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. Running and walking on your own, or with friends! And your medal will be shipped directly to you. Complete a virtual 5Ks, 10K, half marathon and more! Each of our races benefits a different charity. We’ve already raised more than $892,045 for charities from running events on this website! We are making a difference…one race at a time. Information Source: Virtual Run Events powered by Moon Joggers | eventbrite

CityFair event will provide an exciting opportunity for youth to compete, but also a chance to perform for three professional judges. This event features with family fun, including gentle Kiddie Land rides, tried and true family favourites and over-the-top twisters for older, more adventurous thrill seekers etc. Exhibitor will event showcases products like the Bridgetown stage, along with A Walk on the Wild Side exotic animals, arts and crafts in the Kids Zone, and cool artifacts in the Rose Festival Museum etc. Information Source: Portland Rose Festival Foundation | expotobi

Enjoy the perfect gathering opportunity with our private billiards room rental , ideal for groups of up to 8 guests . This two-hour rental provides your group with full access to our billiards room , offering a comfortable and inviting space for friendly competition, relaxation, and socializing. Whether you're planning a casual gathering, a small celebration, or just a fun time out with friends, our billiards room provides the perfect atmosphere. Enjoy a pool table, comfortable seating, and a private setting . Reserve your time today! Information Source: Blind Tiger Guest House & Gathering Space | eventbrite

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Join us for SPIRITUS A deep journey inwards working with the power of our Breath to access altered states of consciousness. This provides healing and integration of our nervous system, physical and emotional bodies and creates the space to remember who we truly are as whole beings. As we breathe in a connected way, we come into our own rhythm, we access our bodies own innate healing power. Our body remembers what our mind forgets. Our body holds on to past memories, emotions and trauma. When we breathe deep and connected we give ourselves permission to release these suppressed energies from our body, we are able to let go and dissolve all that is no longer ours to hold any more. And when we do so, we create spaciousness and freedom from within. This is a personal healing journey. Spiritus is a system where we use breath, sound and movement to release stuck, heavy energies from the body to create freedom and liberation within. During the breathwork you will receive energetic healing and body work to allow the body to shift and move so that you may find harmony within. ————————————————————————————————————————— This session is for you if you are looking for: - Deeper connection to yourself and wanting to awaken within - Enhanced sense of self, self love, harmony and vitality - Heart expansion - Release of old baggage, trauma, suppressed emotions and to shift negative behavioural patterns - Increased fulfilment, vitality and joy - Remembering of innate wisdom - Reducing stress - Physiological healing - 70% of toxins are released from the lungs through the breath - A boost to your immune system, health and overall wellbeing - Greater alignment to your purpose and increased positive abundance - Greater connection to life - Open to your higher self Safety is of utmost importance for SPIRITUS. Due to the nature of this work, the deep processes and breathwork there are certain contraindications that stop you from being able to attend and will require a note from your primary medical physician. These are: Pregnancy High blood pressure Diagnosed Severe PTSD Severe mental health conditions (bipolar, schizophrenia, psychosis) Currently taking heavy medication that alters brain chemistry (antipsychotic) Detached Retina Recent physical injuries, fractures and/or surgeries Epilepsy History or diagnosis of aneurysms Cardiovascular problems History of seizures Severe Asthma Heart disease Heart conditions Diabetes Hospitalisation for any psychiatric condition, emotional crisis, spiritual emergence within the past 3 years Any other medical, psychiatric or physical conditions that would impair or affect your ability to engage in activities involving intense physical and/or emotional release. **By purchasing this ticket you are agreeing that you do not have any of these conditions Refund Policy: * STRICT CANCELLATION/ NO REFUND POLICY WITHIN 7 DAYS OF THE EVENT * Tickets may be transferred to someone else but this is up to the ticket holder to organise. Refund Policy for Ticket Upgrades: When purchasing an event upgrade, you receive a discounted rate for attending both events. If you wish to request a refund for one event, the following conditions apply: Refunds are only available if requested at least 7 days before the event. The refund will be partial, as your remaining ticket will be charged at the full single-event price (without the upgrade discount). No refunds will be issued within 7 days of the event. By purchasing the upgrade, you acknowledge and agree to these terms. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Information Source: Tim Morrison | eventbrite

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Your favorite Spring Day party activation is back inside Secret grove. Join us this Memorial Day weekend for some amazing vibes and connect with some young professionals in the city while we take you on a musical journey. Of course we have have music by some of your favorite DJS in the city. Music by Zyah Belle Drae Slaspz Motaz Shado Solo Information Source: DJSOLO | eventbrite

Described by Wall Street Journal as “among modern music’s most compelling vocalists,” New York-born, Tamil Nadu-raised singer and transdisciplinarian GANAVYA has announced details of an ambitious new album, Daughter of a Temple , due November 15, 2024. Released by Nils Frahm’s label, LEITER, on vinyl and via all digital platforms, it follows her appearance at SAULT’s 2023 live debut in London where, The Guardian wrote, her “voice had a delicate emotive heft that could turn stoics into sobbing wrecks”. Her first single for the label, ‘draw something beautiful’, appeared earlier this year in July. Daughter of a Temple was recorded over a week in 2022 at the Moore’s Opera House in Houston, Texas, after GANAVYA had reached out to friends and associates over the preceding months to join her for “a gathering in and for devotion”. This was to draw on studies of what she terms the musico- philosophies of Alice Coltrane Turiyasangitananda, and she’d even promised herself she’d invite anyone who brought up Turiyasangitananda’s name around her. “You really shouldn’t do that,” she chuckles. “It turns out a lot of people talk about her!”” Consequently, the album – which also brings the Hindu tradition of harikatha into the 21st century – draws upon a vast cast of contributors across multiple disciplines, among them esperanza spalding, Vijay Iyer, Shabaka Hutchings, Immanuel Wilkins, Peter Sellars, Rajna Swaminathan, Charlotte Braithwaite, Chris Sholar, Darian Donovan Thomas, and Bindhumalini Narayanswamy. Her mother even helped cook for participants. The results, an innovative and deeply moving blend of spiritual jazz and South Asian devotional music, were initially recorded and edited by Ryan Renteria, then further edited and mixed by Nils Frahm at LEITER’s Funkhaus studio in 2024. In the spirit of Elder Wayne Shorter, who once said “There is no such thing as a beginning and no such thing as an end,” the album begins in the middle of it all, with GANAVYA joined by spalding for ‘A Love Chant,’ taken from an improvised concert performed on the last day of the ensemble’s ritual gathering. Iyer’s piano, quickly accompanied by Wilkins’ saxophone, then guides us through ‘Om Supreme’s uplifting ten minutes, while Elders Wayne and Carolina Shorter’s prayer (recorded at their home) lends ‘Elders Wayne and Carolina’ its name while reminding us they are always with us. ‘Journey In Satchitananda / Ghana Nila’ – edited from a 45-minute rendition performed by over thirty musicians, with dancers audible in the background – expands upon the bass line from one of Turiyasangitananda’s most recognisable prayers, and ‘Om Navah Sivaya’, the first song GANAVYA ever performed publicly, opens with Charles Overton on harp and features her nephew Krsna on guitar, as well as, arguably most importantly, her father and mother, among others, on guest vocals. Though it was the first thing recorded, the album concludes with ‘A Love Supreme Parts 1-4’, Daughter of a Temple ’s beating heart. “The first part is me playing the kalimba as an ode to Wadada Leo Smith’s 1995 ‘Love Supreme’,” GANAVYA explains. “The second is an ode to Peter Sellars, who’s reading for us from the seventh chapter of the Vimalakirti Sutra , ‘The Goddess’, on the nature of love. Then the third is open – we dedicate that to Alice – and the fourth is IONE, (American composer) Pauline Oliveros’ wife, reading a poem she had written for us.” Of course, if you ask GANAVYA – raised in India’s southernmost state and withdrawn from school at a young age to study music with her family – what first inspired her to make this remarkable record, her answer is typically honest. “Loneliness,” she replies, before gently, thoughtfully elaborating. “You were raised in a village, then one day you wake up and you’re a graduate student at Harvard. The life you live doesn’t make sense to people back home anymore, and what you’re seeking is that sense of village, so you invite as many people as possible.” That said, building a village, even a temporary shelter, requires cash. “I thought I’d call ten people and maybe five would say yes,” GANAVYA recalls softly, “but all ten said yes, then another forty said yes, and before we knew it, it was ‘Where is someone like me going to get the money to do something like this?’ And it doesn’t really make sense that a graduate student was able to afford this, but every step of the way there was a grace much larger than me.” Thus, as is often the way with GANAVYA, things worked out miraculously. She is, after all, a woman whose path has led from a childhood spent dancing and singing on the pilgrimage trail to earning four degrees – including at Berklee College of Music, UCLA and Harvard, to whom she was recommended by Quincy Jones – and on to 2024’s ‘like the sky I’ve been too quiet’, her most recent album. Featuring contributions from Floating Points, Tom Herbert, Carlos Niño and Leafcutter John, it was recorded with Shabaka Hutchings and released on his Native Rebel label. So, yes… it may have been chance that won the grant which helped establish Daughter of a Temple , and perhaps it was luck the opera house was available, and maybe a landlord would have offered six beautiful houses in a single street to anyone who asked, and it could even be that a temple sharing the name of an Alice Coltrane track regularly handed out $10,000 to pay for strangers’ flights. And sure, coincidence might have ensured cousins from India she hadn’t seen in years would be performing at New York’s Metropolitan Museum around the time, and that Vijay Iyer, whose father had visited her in dreams, would be in Houston anyway, and that Berklee’s Ryan Renteria was available to record the proceedings. But, then again… Really? Keen to emphasise the manner in which rituality resides in spirituality, GANAVYA began the first day by presenting everyone with customized prayer beads, then washed their feet with honey, turmeric and warm water before they improvised around Coltrane’s ‘A Love Supreme’. “After that,” she recalls, “people started realising that they knew each other.” What followed was an extraordinary experience in pursuit of a common goal, a coming together of people, beliefs and musical styles as much as a mysterious, unfathomable coming home. “We were moving with the contour of a village, deciding in real time to make music which sometimes involved forty people singing, then suddenly the entire group was doing a version of The Rite Of Spring and dancing.” And this magic isn’t restricted to participants. Daughter of a Temple’ s purpose, GANAVYA will tell you, is that people “know there’s a village for you, always in the ether. The worlds we dream of are possible when we come at it with the right amount of discipline and devotion. I hope that’s what resonates with them, that it tells the story of this random girl who dreamed of this world and then it manifested itself. I hope it makes them feel less alone, because that’s what it did for me. I think of it as proof that prayer works and love exists…” Information Source: SPACE | eventbrite

Our Adult Sailing Lesson has no prerequisites and is a great place to either start your sailing endeavors or catch up if you have some experience. Our instructors tailor the lessons to best suit each sailors desired outcomes. Afternoon sessions often have light wind and are better for folks with some experience. (We also offer morningtime Learn to Sail lessons which often have light wind and better conditions for brand new sailors) Classes run 2 hrs Classes will only run with 2+ participants. Maximum 3 participants. Class WILL NOT RUN with only 1 participant. To guarantee a class will run, please pick a slot in which 1 or more tickets have been already sold. We will sail in light rain, but not in heavy rain or high winds. For bad weather cancellations you will recieve a full refund. Participant cancellation policy: Cancel more than 1 week before lesson: 100% refund Cancel week of lesson: 50% refund Cancel day of lesson: no refund Information Source: SailMaine | eventbrite

Learn to Sail has no prerequisites and is a great place to either start your sailing endeavors or catch up if you have some experience. Our instructors tailor the lessons to best suit each sailors desired outcomes. Morning sessions often have light wind and are great for learning. Classes run 2 or 3 hrs Classes will only run with 2+ participants. Maximum 3 participants. Class WILL NOT RUN with only 1 participant. To guarantee a class will run, please pick a slot in which 1 or more tickets have been already sold. Class must have 2+ people 48hrs before class time to run. We will sail in light rain, but not in heavy rain or high winds. For bad weather cancellations you will recieve a full refund. Due to having 2+ people in each lesson we have a STRICT cancellation/rescheduling policy. Participant cancellation policy: Cancel more than 1 week before lesson: 100% refund Cancel week of lesson: 50% refund Cancel day of lesson: NO REFUND Participant RESCHEDULE policy: Reschedule more than 1 week before lesson - no fee Reschedule week of lesson: $50 reschedule fee You cannot reschedule less than 48hrs before your class (no refund) Information Source: SailMaine | eventbrite

The 2024-2025 Academic year has been unique. We have had many challenges and triumphs in this school year that will live in the minds of all of us who experienced it. We want to take the opportunity to celebrate those who have contributed positively to the areas of Science, Technology, Education, Arts, and Math in education, the community, and business in East Multnomah County during the past year. Please join us for food, music, and celebrating those working in the STEM/STEAM. Nominate a student, parent, educator, community leader, or business leader for an East Metro STEAM Award. Nominations are open and close on Wednesday, May 21st at 9am. Click here to nominate someone today . We look forward to seeing you at this wonderful event. Our dress code is "business casual" to "come as you are". Information Source: East Metro STEAM Partnership | eventbrite

Please join us for a half-day professional development opportunity to learn about various resiliency planning initiatives within the Pacific Northwest. The Portland Post has coordinated three presentations by leading experts in this critical field. These sessions will provide three professional development hours and AIA LU/HSW credits . There will be a Q&A session following the presentations that leads into a networking event for in-person attendees only. The in-person event is limited to 40 people so order your tickets now so you do not miss the networking opportunity with local government and private industry professionals. A virtual option is also available and the virtual meeting information will be emailed to ticket holders. Session 1: Building Up, Planning Ahead: Integrating Resilience Through Culture, Place, and Practice by Crystal Sanderson, AIA, Associate Principal, Integrus Architecture Learning Objectives: Recognize the role of place-based identity in shaping community resilience efforts, and discuss how cultural, historical, and geographic characteristics influence both risk perception and preparedness behaviors. Differentiate between scales of resilience, from individual and household preparedness to community-wide strategies, and explain how these layers interact during a tsunami event. Describe key components of emergency preparedness specific to tsunami risk, including available local and regional resources for evacuation, communication, and recovery. Discuss how TVERT structures can serve as teaching tools for natural disaster emergency preparedness. Crystal is a leading voice in tsunami-resilient design with recent experience as technical lead for Oregon’s first tsunami vertical evacuation structure at the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport, OR. Session 2: Vertical Collaboration: A Critical Piece for Community Resilience in PNW by Dr. Kent Yu, PhD, PE, SE, Principal, SEFT Consulting Group Learning Objectives: Review seismic vulnerability of the built environment and resilience progress in Oregon and Washington Understand criticality of vertical collaboration with federal agencies to further advance regional seismic resilience Discuss roles and responsibilities for federal agencies and A/E/C stakeholders to improve functional recovery of the built environment Dr. Yu is a nationally recognized resilience expert, he has led or contributed to over 30 resilience plans to improve continuity of healthcare facilities, government facilities, schools, water systems, wastewater systems, and electric power grids in the Pacific Northwest in response to a variety of hazards, including earthquake and tsunami. Session 3: Personal Experiences from the Recovery of the 2010-11 Canterbury, NZ Earthquake Sequence by James Dismuke, Seismic Practice Leader, Sr Associate, Schnabel Engineering Learning Objectives: Expect your life to be disrupted for several years after the earthquake, even if you do not experience direct damage or injury. Understand that achieving a no-collapse or life safety design performance does not ensure that a building or facility remains serviceable after the earthquake. Be prepared with: Disaster response plan and trained land and building safety assessors Know where to find your data (e.g., geotechnical data, structural plans, utility plans) Have design guidance ready to ensure that everyone is rebuilding in a reasonable way James is a geotechnical engineer specializing in earthquake engineering evaluations including seismic hazard analyses, ground motion development, seismic ground response analyses, liquefaction, and seismic hazard mitigation. Information Source: SAME Portland Post | eventbrite

We can’t wait to see you all for Arrigoni's summer yoga night! Here’s some more info on the event... When? Wednesday, May 28th from 6-9:00 PM Doors Open at 5 PM for Yogi Pregaming! Instructor: Rosanna •$39 includes: 1-hour all-levels class, a bottle of water (no outside beverages of any kind are allowed on the premises, including water bottles), a light dinner, a wine tasting on your mat & take-home souvenir glass. •All guests will receive a souvenir take-home Arrigoni Winery wine glass with their Classic Wine Tasting. •Wine slushies, glasses & bottles will be available for purchase during dinner following the 1-hour class. •Our light dinner will include vegan, vegetarian & gluten-free options. Schedule: Doors open at 5 pm Yoga: 6:30-7:30 Tasting: 7:30-7:45 Dinner: 7:45-8 Relax & Enjoy: 8-9:00 What to know before you go: Please bring your own yoga mat We will provide you with a bottle of water for the event, no outside beverages are allowed on the premises. Arrigoni Yoga Night tank tops will be available for purchase! We will have vegan & gluten-free options for the light dinner. Rain Date: Thursday, May 29th from 6-9:00 PM Please direct any & all questions to events@arrigoniwinery.com Information Source: Arrigoni Winery | eventbrite

Amidst the profound social change and political turmoil of post-war Japan, a bold generation of avant-garde artists emerged in the 1960s, redefining the boundaries of art through experimental photography, graphic design, underground theatre, performance art and radical Butoh dance—forever transforming the global art landscape. The film feature many pioneering artists including Araki Nobuyoshi, Moriyama Daidō, Hosoe Eikoh, Ishiuchi Miyako, Tanaami Keiichi, Yokoo Tadanori, Mishima Yukio, Hijikata Tatsumi, Ohno Kazuo, Terayama Shūji and Kawada Kikuji. Information Source: SPACE | eventbrite

Learn to Sail has no prerequisites and is a great place to either start your sailing endeavors or catch up if you have some experience. Our instructors tailor the lessons to best suit each sailors desired outcomes. Morning sessions often have light wind and are great for learning. Classes run 3 hrs Classes will only run with 2+ participants. Maximum 3 participants. Class WILL NOT RUN with only 1 participant. To guarantee a class will run, please pick a slot in which 1 or more tickets have been already sold. Class must have 2+ people 48hrs before class time to run. We will sail in light rain, but not in heavy rain or high winds. For bad weather cancellations you will recieve a full refund. Due to having 2+ people in each lesson we have a STRICT cancellation/rescheduling policy. Participant cancellation policy: Cancel more than 1 week before lesson: 100% refund Cancel week of lesson: 50% refund Cancel day of lesson: NO REFUND Participant RESCHEDULE policy: Reschedule more than 1 week before lesson - no fee Reschedule week of lesson: $50 reschedule fee You cannot reschedule less than 48hrs before your class (no refund) Information Source: SailMaine | eventbrite

Our Adult Sailing Lesson has no prerequisites and is a great place to either start your sailing endeavors or catch up if you have some experience. Our instructors tailor the lessons to best suit each sailors desired outcomes. Afternoon sessions often have light wind and are better for folks with some experience. (We also offer morningtime Learn to Sail lessons which often have light wind and better conditions for brand new sailors) Classes run 3 hrs Classes will only run with 2+ participants. Maximum 3 participants. Class WILL NOT RUN with only 1 participant. To guarantee a class will run, please pick a slot in which 1 or more tickets have been already sold. We will sail in light rain, but not in heavy rain or high winds. For bad weather cancellations you will recieve a full refund. Participant cancellation policy: Cancel more than 1 week before lesson: 100% refund Cancel week of lesson: 50% refund Cancel day of lesson: no refund Information Source: SailMaine | eventbrite

Explore Portland Timbers v Colorado Rapids sporting information for 28th May, as well as links for Football tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. The Portland Timbers are a professional soccer team based in Portland, Oregon, and compete in the Major League Soccer (MLS) as a member of the Western Conference. The team was founded in 1975 and has a rich history of success, winning the MLS Cup in 2015 and the Western Conference Championship in 2020. The Timbers play their home games at Providence Park, which has a capacity of over 25,000 fans. Led by head coach Giovanni Savarese, the team boasts talented players such as Diego Valeri, Eryk Williamson, and Dario Zuparic. The Timbers also have a strong fan following known as the Timbers Army and have been recognized for their passionate and supportive fan base. With their impressive track record and dedicated fan base, the Portland Timbers are a team to watch in the MLS. The Colorado Rapids are a professional football team based in Commerce City, Colorado. They compete in Major League Soccer (MLS) as a member of the Western Conference. Founded in 1995, the Rapids have a rich history, having won the MLS Cup in 2010 and the Supporters' Shield in 2016. They play their home matches at the stunning DICK's Sporting Goods Park, which has a seating capacity of over 18,000. The team is currently led by head coach Robin Fraser, and key players include the goal-scoring machine Kei Kamara and playmaker Younes Namli. The Rapids have a passionate fan base and are known for their exciting style of play, making them a force to be reckoned with in the MLS. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

Mechanics' Hall and Back Cove Books welcome authors Lynn Steger Strong and Rebecca Traister for a conversation, centering around Steger Strong's latest book, The Float Test . Lynn Steger Strong is the critically acclaimed author of Flight , a sophisticated and layered novel about sisters, betrayal, love, and climate change. The Float Test is for readers of The Dutch House and The Most Fun We Ever Had . The event begins at 6:00 PM (doors 5:30 PM), the event will be approximately 75-minutes, followed by a Q&A. No one turned away for lack of funds. A BOUT THE BOOK The Kenner siblings are at odds. Jenn is a harried mom struggling under the weight of family obligations. Fred is a novelist who can’t write, maybe because she’s lost faith in storytelling itself. Jude is a recovering corporate lawyer with her own story to tell, and a grudge against her former favorite sister, Fred. George, the baby, is estranged from his wife and harboring both a secret about his former employer and an ill-advised crush on one of his sisters’ friends. Gathered after a major loss, each sibling needs the others more than ever—if only they could trust each other. A family story is, of course, only as honest as the person telling it. This family story in particular is fraught with secrets about kids and sex and jobs and why the Kenner matriarch had a gun in her underwear drawer. The biggest secret of all though is the secret of what happened between Jude and Fred to create such a rift between the two once-close middle sisters. Over the course of a sweltering Florida summer, the Kenner siblings will revisit what it means to be a family and, if they are smart and kind and lucky, come out on the other side better for having each other. A rich exploration of family, ambition, secrets, and love, The Float Test is an elegant and gripping testament to the power that family has to both nurture and destroy us from a critically acclaimed writer working at the top of her craft. ABOUT THE AUTHORS Lynn Steger Strong is the author of the novels Flight, Want, and Hold Still . Her nonfiction has appeared in The New York Times, Time, Harper’s Bazaar, Los Angeles Times, The Paris Review, The Cut , New York Magazine, and elsewhere. She teaches writing at Princeton and Columbia University. Rebecca Traister is writer at large for New York magazine. A National Magazine Award winner, she has written about politics and culture from a feminist perspective for The New Republic, The New York Times Magazine , The Washington Post and Elle . She is the author of three books, 2010's Big Girls Don't Cry , and the New York Times best-sellers All the Single Ladies: Unmarried Women and the Rise of an Independent Nation (2016) , and Good and Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women's Anger (2018). Traister won the 2017 Sidney Hillman Prize for Opinion and Analysis. She is at work on a new book, tentatively titled Normal Was Just a Dream . 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. There is a wheelchair-accessible elevator and a ramp available upon request. If you have a wheelchair or need accessibility accommodations/questions please contact us at programming@mainemechanics.org or 207-773-8396. Information Source: Mechanics' Hall (Maine) | eventbrite

On November 21, 1984, a seven-week clandestine operation to bring the “Beta Israel” — Ethiopian Jews — to Israel began. The unprecedented undertaking, code-named “Operation Moses,” was a three-way collaboration between the Mossad, the CIA and Sudanese State Security (SSS) to smuggle nearly 8,000 Beta Israel out of Ethiopia, where they faced hardship and persecution, in a massive airlift to Israel. Operation Moses turned out to be the beginning of large-scale, official Israeli efforts to facilitate Beta Israel aliyah that continued for decades thereafter. Larry Rubinstein, Maine resident, ordained rabbi, and former Director of the Young Leadership Cabinet of the United Jewish Appeal, was a key player in Operation Moses. Join us as he walks us through his riveting personal story against the backdrop of one of the most remarkable rescue missions in modern history. An Ethiopian buffet dinner to follow the presentation and Q&A, and the paintings of Ethiopian-born Israeli Artist Tigist Yoseph Ron (who came to Israel through Operation Moses) will be on display and available for viewing and purchase. About the Guest Presenter: Larry Rubinstein was ordained as a Rabbi in 1965 and served congregations in Omaha and Philadelphia for 13 years before going into administrative and fundraising work in the Jewish community. He served as Director of the Young Leadership Cabinet of the United Jewish Appeal, Director of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, and Senior Vice President of Brandeis University, where he ran the University’s first Capital Campaign in 1987and was Senior Vice President of the Jewish Theological Seminary of America. He also served in several other positions in the Jewish community. Before retiring to Maine, he also served as President of the Association of Alumni of Columbia College (Columbia University) and was a member of several other nonprofit Boards. In Maine, Larry has served on the Board of the Bowdoin International Music Festival and was President of the Board of the Friends of the Kotzschmar Organ. He was on the Board of the Bicycle Coalition of Maine from 2004 to 2016, serving as Board President from 2011-2015. He currently serves as a Trustee Emeritus of the Portland Museum of Art and is the Immediate Past President of the Portland Chamber Music Festival. He is also a Board Member of ChoralArt, Opera Maine, and the Maine Policy Institute. Information Source: Maine Jewish Museum | eventbrite

Learn to Sail has no prerequisites and is a great place to either start your sailing endeavors or catch up if you have some experience. Our instructors tailor the lessons to best suit each sailors desired outcomes. Morning sessions often have light wind and are great for learning. Classes run 3 hrs Classes will only run with 2+ participants. Maximum 3 participants. Class WILL NOT RUN with only 1 participant. To guarantee a class will run, please pick a slot in which 1 or more tickets have been already sold. Class must have 2+ people 48hrs before class time to run. We will sail in light rain, but not in heavy rain or high winds. For bad weather cancellations you will recieve a full refund. Due to having 2+ people in each lesson we have a STRICT cancellation/rescheduling policy. Participant cancellation policy: Cancel more than 1 week before lesson: 100% refund Cancel week of lesson: 50% refund Cancel day of lesson: NO REFUND Participant RESCHEDULE policy: Reschedule more than 1 week before lesson - no fee Reschedule week of lesson: $50 reschedule fee You cannot reschedule less than 48hrs before your class (no refund) Information Source: SailMaine | eventbrite

CitySwoon's unique and successful matched speed dating returns to Slabtown, at the popular Solo Club! Experience our fresh take on traditional speed dating at this fantastic night! Fill out a profile in under 5 minutes and be matched on a series of 6-8 quick-fire date rounds to THE most compatible singles in the room. Check-in is on your phone, with NO match cards, drink tokens, paper or pens required - just bring your phone and your great attitude! So, please ensure it's fully charged. The Venue The Solo Club, located in NW Portland's Slabtown, is an established upscale cocktail bar focused on small plates and an atmosphere that will have you feeling like you're in a slice of paradise. From the beautiful floor tiles to the Himalayan salt wall accents up to the vegetation dangling from interior heights, the space feels expansive yet remains intimate for all types of gatherings. The Event: - You will experience a series of relaxed mini-dates selected for you each round by an intelligent algorithm live at the event. - Hosted by a friendly and professional team. - Handpicked, top bar with a welcoming atmosphere. - Connect freely with your mutual matches the next day on CitySwoon. - Opportunity to connect with the other participants you don't date on the night. Why CitySwoon? The success rate is higher than both online dating and traditional speed dating! But don't let the tech fool you - this is all about meeting REAL people in REAL life! - Over 95% receive a mutual match - A closely-managed balance of men & women - we work very hard at it! - Bigger events mean better events. - Over 8 years of experience! Many thousands of events plus hundreds of thousands of matches, relationships and marriages! - Meticulously planned events - we don't want to waste your time with cancellations, so we only list the events we're very confident will run. - Never date the same person twice - our system remembers who you've already met so you'll always have a new person to meet on each date round! (This is for real life and virtual events too). So, book into several events with confidence. What to Expect link: https://cityswoon.com/howItWorksEvent.jsp?returnToPage=speed-dating-portland-the-solo-club-6520 Fun fact: Cityswoon still holds the Guiness World Record that launched us! Other things to note. - You will kindly adhere to all host and venue instructions, including all applicable health guidelines. * A completed CitySwoon simple profile is required to participate. Tickets will NOT be available at the door. Tickets are limited by venue capacity and high demand. **To support our venue partner, there is a 1 drink or food item minimum. ****Tickets are non-refundable, and all purchases are final. To receive an event credit or ticket transfer, please contact our Customer Service team at least 7 days prior to the event date. Our Terms & Conditions apply. See FAQs for details. Can’t make this one? See all other upcoming events in your city here: https://cityswoon.com/speed-dating-portland.jsp FAQs Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? Please ensure you are within the stated age limits for this event. What can I bring into the event? Your smartphone *really* helps. As does your smile :) Our host always help you out anyhow, so don't stress. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Just email us admincontact@cityswoon.com What's the refund policy? No refunds. Sorry, these events are tricky and time consuming to organise. We also take pride in having closely balanced numbers. We do allow transfers to another event if you let us know 7 days out. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? No. But you will need to complete your free CitySwoon profile with the email you registered with eventbrite. We add this to the event list. So, simply login to CitySwoon.com and click the 'Im Here Now' button when you arrive. Easy! Can I update my registration information? Yes. Please do this on your CitySwoon.com profile. You may not be able to amend your gender. Please contact us if this is the case. Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable? You need to contact us to do this and we need at least 7 days notice. Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends? No. But your Cityswoon profile must be registered with the same email you purchased your ticket. If you notice your gender is sold out, please add yourself to the waitlist directly on the CitySwoon website. Please also note that we can only book you into events that are within 2 years leeway (either side) of the advertised age range as per our terms & conditions. Information Source: Cityswoon | eventbrite

The celebrated and beloved author of the modern classic Fun Home presents Spent (Mariner Books), a laugh-out-loud, brilliant, and passionately political work of autofiction. In Alison Bechdel’s hilariously skewering and gloriously cast new comic novel confection, a cartoonist named Alison Bechdel, running a pygmy goat sanctuary in Vermont, is existentially irked by a climate-challenged world and a citizenry on the brink of civil war. She wonders: Can she pull humanity out of its death spiral by writing a scathingly self-critical memoir about her own greed and privilege? Meanwhile, Alison’s first graphic memoir about growing up with her father, a taxidermist who specialized in replicas of Victorian animal displays, has been adapted into a highly successful TV series. It’s a phenomenon that makes Alison, formerly on the cultural margins, the envy of her friend group (recognizable as characters, now middle-aged and living communally in Vermont, from Bechdel’s beloved comic strip Dykes to Watch Out For ). As the TV show Death and Taxidermy racks up Emmy after Emmy — and when Alison’s Pauline Bunyanesque partner Holly posts an instructional wood-chopping video that goes viral — Alison’s own envy spirals. Why couldn’t she be the writer for a critically lauded and wildly popular reality TV show… like Queer Eye … showing people how to free themselves from consumer capitalism and live a more ethical life?!! Spent ’s rollicking and masterful denouement — making the case for seizing what’s true about life in the world at this moment, before it’s too late — once again proves that “nobody does it better” ( New York Times Book Review ) than the real Alison Bechdel. Please join us in welcoming Alison Bechdel to Portland and Powell’s Books. Please note: This is a ticketed event. Tickets include admission, as well as one hardcover copy of Spent . Books will be distributed at the event. Information Source: Powell's Books | eventbrite

Welcome to the 2025 Northwest Disc Golf Championship. The Disc Golf Pro Tour and Stumptown Disc Golf are excited to host spectators at Milo McIver Thursday & Friday, Glendoveer East Saturday & Sunday to watch some of the top professional players in the world compete for a title. Please see the ticket options listed to choose the best ticket for you. Children 10 and under are free with a ticketed adult. The ticket holder must be present to claim their pass. Your spectator pass will be given to you upon arrival at the event or at the designated check in location. Once you have a badge or wristband, this is your only pass for entry to the event all weekend. No exceptions for lost passes. Please arrive at the course no earlier than 7:30 AM. For more event info including results & highlights, caddiebooks, maps and more, visit the official event page The host hotel for the 2025 Northwest Disc Golf Championship is the DoubleTree by Hilton. Rooms starting at $114 / night, centrally located in Portland and just 20 minutes from Glendoveer. Book now! Spectator Camera Policy No flash photography. This is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate removal from the property. No live streaming on personal devices. This is also strictly enforced and grounds for immediate removal. No cameras are allowed at this event, please leave it at home. Spectator Rules Spectators must have a valid spectator credentials on display at all times while on the grounds. All bags are subject to security check at the gate Spectators must stay within the provided confines for viewing. Stay off of the playing surface at all times and do not interfere with play. Event staff staff will be available to direct spectators where to be. You must heed the direction of the event staff. Spectators must remain respectful to all players and other patrons. Any unruly behavior will result in your pass being confiscated and you will be escorted from the property. This includes unsupervised or unruly children. Spectators are not allowed to approach the players. This goes for all areas of the property: the parking area, warm-up area, or the course. Autograph sessions will be set up for after competitor rounds conclude. You must not approach the players at any time, for any reason unless engaged by them. No outside alcoholic beverages are allowed in the event. Food and beverage will be available on-site for purchase. No Pets allowed. Any persons not following the above is subject to removal from the property and pass(es) revoked. Disclaimer BY ENTERING THE EVENT SITE, YOU CONSENT TO YOUR VOICE, NAME, AND/OR LIKENESS BEING USED, WITHOUT COMPENSATION, IN FILMS AND TAPES IN ANY AND ALL MEDIA, WHETHER NOW KNOWN OR HEREAFTER DEVISED, FOR ETERNITY, YOU RELEASE THE DISC GOLF PRO TOUR, ITS SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS AND LICENSEES FROM ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER OF ANY NATURE. DO NOT BUY A TICKET OR ENTER THE EVENT SITE IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SPECTATING DISC GOLF, LIKE ANY SPORTING EVENT WHERE OBJECTS COULD ENTER INTO SPECTATING AREAS, IS AN INHERENTLY RISKY ACTIVITY AND ASSUME ALL RISKS OF INJURY BY ATTENDING. Refund Policy Weather Refunds: The Disc Golf Pro Tour will not refund tickets in the event of a round or multiple rounds being canceled, rescheduled, moved, or otherwise adjusted due to weather or other similar circumstances. Standard Refunds: You may request to cancel your ticket for a full refund up to 72 hours before the date and time of the first day of the event. Cancellations between 25-72 hours before the first day of the event may be transferred to a different name or receive a 50% refund. Cancellation requests made within 24 hours of the event may not receive a refund nor a transfer. DGPT Season Pass products and Early Bird tickets are NOT REFUNDABLE. When you purchase a ticket for an event, you agree to these terms. Information Source: Disc Golf Pro Tour | eventbrite

Join Charlie Claire Burgess for a celebration of their new book Queer Devotion: Spirituality Beyond the Binary in Myth, Story, and Practice . There will be a special reading & signing, snacks & drinks, and lots of magic! Everyone who RSVP's will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win Charlie's new book!! * (you must be present at the event to win) Come and join us for magical queer merriment galore, including . . . Author's Talk & Book Signing (we will have copies available for purchase!) Snacks & Drinks Date : Tuesday, May 29th* (NEW DATE) Event : 5 - 7 PM Location : Seagrape Apothecary, 2823 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 97232 Please note, masks are required for this event. About Queer Devotion: Spirituality Beyond the Binary in Myth, Story, and Practice: A liberating exploration of the queer divine in deities and figures of myth and legend that opens pathways for LGBTQIA+ people to revere the divinity within and create an affirming spiritual practice. Queer people have always existed and queerness has always been divine. Queer Devotion , by tarot teacher and deck creator Charlie Claire Burgess, reminds us of this by re-examining sacred stories through a queer and gender expansive lens. With exercises, reflection prompts, and ritual suggestions, readers can discover a deeper spiritual relationship with themselves and the divine and begin building an affirming personal practice of self-defined queer devotion. ​From gay Greek gods to genderfluid Norse ones, from transgender Catholic saints to queer Arthurian legends, Queer Devotion reveals that spirituality has always been far queerer than we’ve been led to believe. In the beginning, the gods were queer—and they still are. PS: Want more from Charlie Claire? Check out their Queer Devotion: Liberating Your Spiritual Practice workshop at Seagrape on Saturday May 10th! ——————————————— NOTES: Tickets for this gathering are $5* and space is limited, so be sure to sign up ASAP! Everyone who RSVP's will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win Charlie's new book, tell your Portland friends! Two ASL interpretors will be present at this event for the Author's Talk. Please wear a mask while you're enjoying the event. To keep our community safe, we ask that everyone wear their masks in the shop when not actively eating and drinking. Seagrape Apothecary is now located at 2823 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, Oregon 97232. Please DO NOT park in the Centaur Guitar parking lot! There's residential parking available just one block away, and a bus stop directly in front of the store for folks taking public transit. Questions? Email us at events@seagrapeapothecary.com About the Author: Charlie Claire Burgess (they/them) is a queer and trans-nonbinary writer and artist working at the intersection of tarot, spirituality, and queerness. They are the author of Radical Tarot: Queer the Cards, Liberate Your Practice , and Create the Future and the creator of the Fifth Spirit Tarot and Gay Marseille Tarot decks. Born and raised in Alabama, Charlie has made their home in Oregon with their spouse and their one-eyed pug, Apollo. They write the Queerly Devoted substack and are on Instagram @the.word.witch . If you're interested in cultivating community, join Seagrape Babes ! Is your body vibrating with desire for nourishing Pleasure ? Are you eager to weave together the threads of Magic and Community ? Seagrape Babes is a global community of magically-inclined folks on a mission to turn self-care into a love affair — this is your community to learn in and be witnessed by, whether you're just planting the first seeds of magic or whether you're tending a thriving ecosystem of witchy practices. You’re invited to the coven, babe. Join a wide web of magical humans who are learning to joyfully and pleasurably THRIVE. Information Source: Seagrape Apothecary | eventbrite

Paint & Sip Beer Night Come join us at Leikam Brewing for a fun-filled evening of painting and sipping on delicious craft beers! Unleash your inner artist while enjoying a laid-back atmosphere with friends. No experience necessary - our talented instructor will guide you every step of the way. Whether you're a seasoned painter or just looking to try something new, this event is perfect for anyone looking to get creative and unwind. Grab a beer, pick up a paintbrush, and let your creativity flow! Information Source: Leikam Brewing Co. | eventbrite

Welcome to Purpose Weekend! May 30th , Night of Worship May 31st, Workshop Worship with Purpose ministries invites you to a weekend full of intentional stewardship of excellence in music ministry hosted by Calvary Lighthouse Church . Join the Purpose Worship Team on Friday night, May 30th, at 7:30 pm for Purpose NOW (Night of Worship) in a dynamic encounter with God's presence. This evening is open to the public as we aim to connect all kinds of worshippers in our churches to ONE God! Saturday, May 31st, bring YOUR worship team to Purpose Workshop featuring technical sessions in singing, bass, drums, and keyboard with Purpose Worship Team--Worship Leader: Janell Lewis, Band Leader/Bassist: Xander Lewis, Drummer: Eliseo Estrada, and Pastor/Music Director: Brandon Cowden. Pastor Cowden (2025 NAYC Music Coordinator) will also bring the word in our joint session on Saturday. Suggested accommodations for out-of-town attendees: Avid Hotel, Holiday Inn Express, Staybridge Suites --Portland, TX Information Source: Worship With Purpose | eventbrite

The dates and times of this course are as follows: May 30th: 4-8pm June 6th: 4-8pm June 7th: 8am-4pm June 8th: 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

Capture Collective PNW & Pro Photo Supply Presents "Suit Up" Portrait Meet Join us for a workshop themed "Suit Up," where elegance meets empowerment. In this dynamic session, participants will capture striking images of models dressed in their finest power suits, epitomizing confidence and sophistication. Photographers will be encouraged to experiment with angles and creative framing, all while developing their unique photographic vision. This workshop promises inspiration, creativity, and a chance to connect with fellow photography enthusiasts. Join us for a day of artistic expression, where you can unleash your creativity and walk away with stunning photographic portfolio pieces that capture the essence of strength and style. See Pinterest Inspo Date: Friday, May 30 from 7-10pm Location: Cobalt Studios, PDX Hosted by: Capture Collective PNW (members Sloane Simmons, Asher Rain, & Cody Keto) In Partnership with Pro Photo Supply, providing lighting and technical assitance, as well as discounts on rentals and opportunities for additional classes. Information Source: Capture Collective PNW | eventbrite

Welcome to the local Premiere of "Counted Out" hosted by Portland Community College! Join us for a special screening of “Counted Out,” a new hard-hitting documentary that shines a light on math as the foundation of democracy and economic opportunity. Watch the trailer here: Counted Out Film Trailer More about “Counted Out” “Counted Out” investigates the biggest crises of our time. Political polarization. Racial biases. Social injustice. Economic inequity. Climate change. And a global pandemic. All viewed through a previously unseen lens: math. In our current information economy, math is everywhere.The people we date, the news we see, the influence of our votes, the candidates who win elections, the education we can access, the jobs we get is all underwritten by an invisible layer of math that few of us understand, or even notice. But whether we know it or not, our numeric literacy — whether we can speak the language of math — is a critical determinant of social and economic power. Through a mosaic of personal stories, expert interviews, and scenes of math transformation in action, “Counted Out” shows what’s at risk if we keep the status quo. Do we want an America in which most of us don’t consider ourselves “math people?” Where math proficiency goes down as students grow up? Or do we want a country where everyone can understand the math that undergirds our society — and can help shape it? The film’s voices include the late civil rights icon Robert Moses as well as Talithia Williams, associate professor of mathematics at Harvey Mudd University and TEDx speaker of “ Own Your Body’s Data ,” Julia Angwin, investigative journalist and founder of Proof , Steven Levitt, co-author of “Freakonomics.” Information Source: Counted Out Film | eventbrite