2009 Update: Portland's 58th Greek Festival: October 2,3,4 The Greek festival is one of the largest and best festivals in Portland. It also kind of marks the end of the summer festival season. Plus, you can win a trip to Greece, a 42 inch plasma, or a 60 gig iPod. Here is info on the event: [...]
By Peter Hermes, Wideshot Studios The Portland Lesbian and Gay Film Festival wrapped up its 12th year Saturday night, ending a week of film screenings and parties around PDX. The PLGFF, a partner of Film Action Oregon, is an annual film festival featuring high quality gay-themed feature, documentary, and short films from around the world. [...]
It's never to early to start planning for Halloween when you live in Portland. Here is one event that is sure to be fun and sell out quickly. From Jen Lane: Ooky-Spooky Ninth Annual Halloween BarFly Bus Tour! Friday, October 31st, 2008 7pm-1am $25 apiece or $200 for ten • All cover charges and appetizers [...]
First Presidential Debate watch party Living Room Theater, Portland, Oregon Taken on September 26, 2008 Photo By Julian Chadwick/PDX Pipeline I went to the first presidential debate at Living Room Theater on Friday. Luckily, Stacy Day had hooked up the reservations early. It was packed and there was no way to get inside one of [...]
If Sarah Palin performs at the VP debate like she did with Katie Couric, this will be FANTASTIC. New possible presidential bingo squares for Sarah are 1) Hockey 2) “Let me get back to ya” 3) Small town values 4) Bush doctrine Also, if Joe Biden mentions Scranton more than twice, someone should ask him [...]
Candidates Gone Green is happening on October 1st at the Bagdad Theater.  Come learn about sustainability and energy from local political candidates. A Forum on the Future of Energy and Sustainability in Portland Featuring Randy Leonard, Charles Lewis, Amanda Fritz and others McMenamins Bagdad Theater Doors 6 p.m.; forum 7 p.m. 'til 8:30 p.m. | [...]
Did you know that women in Oregon won the right to vote eight years before the 19th Amendment granted suffrage to all women in the U.S.? Get a beer and learn about it. From McMenamins: Hear lively local or regional history (beer! nudity! suffragists!) while you enjoy a frosty pint or two of handcrafted ale. [...]
This is the third or so (of endless) Oktoberfest in Portland. This one should be one of the better ones since the venue is top-notch and they will have a big plant sale. Very Nice. Info from McMenamins: Featuring tons of live bands, bellydancers, a marching band, food and drinks and much more… Stop by [...]
John “Wildcard” McCain has agreed to debate Barack Obama tonight since he looked like an idiot “there is progress” in the talks toward the economic giveaway bailout. Above is a presidential debate bingo card from BobStaake.com. It says to “play at home”. Obviously, Bob Staake doesn't know that there are many fine drinking establishments in [...]
How big is juggling in Portland? Huge–”The Portland Juggling Festival is the largest regional juggling festival in the United States” I was not aware until this week. There is even a German gold medal winning juggler (yes, it exists–wikipedia page) coming. I have two neighbors who juggle it up, and this is the second time [...]
September 26, 27 & 28, 2008 Friday 09.26 :: 5 – 9 PM Saturday 09.27 :: 11 – 6 PM Sunday 09.28 :: 11 – 6 PM About the Portland Art Open: September's Portland Art Open is a three day art event & party showcasing the range of talents and styles of Portland's artists. It's [...]
Fantastic event this Saturday. A ton of great vendors including Voodoo Doughnut and Dark Horse Comics. Portland loves its Halloween so this should be very well-attended. Info: The Autumn Winter Fiends League (AWFL) will host its first annual Hallowe'en Bazaar on Saturday, September 27th, 2008 in the Fright Town courtyard below the Memorial Coliseum at [...]
If you want to be involved in the universe-wide “Thrill the World” dance party, you need to start practicing. Tonight is your first chance. Info: on oct. 25, 2008, portland zombies will gather together in the name of all that is holy and dancedancedance to michael jackson's classic, “thriller.” at the same time, all across [...]
Pambiche BackFiets 2811 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97232 Taken on July 1, 2008 Photo By Bart King I've hit up Pambiche the last two weekends. Recently, Pambiche started serving breakfast. It begins at 7AM everyday. If you go for lunch or dinner, they have been giving buy-one-get-one-free coupons for the breakfast. It is going [...]
Quick note from Sweet Jackie! Handmade NW presents: The 1st Annual SoEaPo Summer's Last Rockin' Outdoor Fest! When Date(s): September 27th, 2007 Time(s): 4pm-2am Location: Plan B Bar 1305 SE 8th Portland, OR 97214 Plan B Bar (21+) has the largest/best patio in SE Portland! Artisans will be set up outside! This event calls for [...]
Update: Due to the overwhelming enthusiasm Portland has for Wildcard” McCain vs “The Looks” Obama, Living Room Theaters will show the debate on four screens instead of the just one planned. Then depending on if those are booked, they may open a fifth for those who did not make reservations…(thanks Stacy, now update your twitter) [...]
The Presidential Debate seems to be a popular event in the city of Portland. Here are several locations you can watch Obama vs McCain and Palin vs Biden in Portland. Presidential Election Result Watch Parties here. Update: Debate 2 (Nashville) info here: Watch the Presidential Debate: Bars, Theaters…Bars | Barack's Brother-in-law And why not add to [...]
Electric cars in downtown Portland, Oregon SW Salmon between 1st & 2nd Taken on September 19, 2008 Picture By: Todd Mecklem From OPB.org: Oregon gets filling stations for electric car There are about 270 all-electric passenger cars registered in Oregon, state transportation officials say. The number pales in comparison to 26,338 registered hybrid vehicles. And [...]
By Diana Bayless, Wideshot Studios PLGFF no. 12 kicked off this past weekend and is in full swing with a lineup of an eclectic mix of documentary, dramatic, and comedic flicks. The opening night started with the endearing Breakfast with Scot, the tale of a very “straight” gay couple (one member being Tom Cavanagh from [...]
If you've seen Klutch and Charlie's work, then you know this will be one of the best Goodfoot Art shows this year. Info: The Goodfoot will have an art opening on Last Thurs, Sept 25th from 5-11pm, show will be up until Oct 27. This months artists are Klutch and Charlie Alan Kraft Klutch, best [...]
Black = White = Red Location: PdxPopNow (SW Stark & 2nd), Portland, Oregon Photo By: Andruu's that psykoo babbler It is only about 3 weeks until the 2008 Portland Trailblazer season opens against the weakness that has become the Sacramento Kings. Looking for some good Blazer blogs to catch you up to speed? Info from [...]
Hung Far Low Building 112 NW 4th Ave Portland, OR 97209 Photo By sonoazure *Pok Pok is moving in there! Sweet** More (semi-)Daily Stank Image Bank photos here If you would like your picture to appear in the "Daily Stank Image Bank", add it to the Pdx Pipeline Flickr Group. Update: some info about Pok [...]
Portlanders, it's finally arrived (**update). The first presidential election debate is Friday, September 26. I have a feeling there will not be many McCain/Palin (McPain) supporters there. There will comfortable chairs and couches for you and possibly some presidential debate bingo/drinking game action. For instance–every time McCain says the “my friends”, take a drink. Whenever [...]
From Saffron at PRA: PRA is moving to a new location! (www.leftbankproject.com) We're holding an electronic music benefit show to raise funds for building materials and an electrician. The evening features live PA acts and DJs from local talents and our headliner who recently moved here from the UK. See you there!! Moss (Pork Records, [...]
The next OMSI Science Pub is at Imbibe on SE Hawthorne. Grab a brew and learn something about nanotechnology on September 22nd. OMSI Science Pub Nanotechnology: New Science for Society and the Environment 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Happy Hour from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Come early for food and drinks! Imbibe Restaurant & Lounge [...]
Park(ing) Day 2008 – Portland Oregon September 19, 2008 Portland, Oregon By The Impression That I Get PARK(ing) Day is a one-day, global event centered in San Francisco where artists, activists, and citizens collaborate to temporarily transform metered parking spots into "PARK(ing)" spaces: temporary public parks. (parkingday.org) You can see more Park(ing) day pictures from [...]
From Dan at Grind House Film Fest: Around here, we call this the greatest movie ever made**. On Saturday September 20th only at 7:45 at the Hollywood Theatre, The Grindhouse Film Festival presents the samurai vengeance classic SHOGUN ASSASSIN! Â This movie is a huge audience favorite, and is a must see experience on a 50 [...]
AST Dew Tour August 22, 2008 Portland, Oregon Photo buy: Peter Kim More (semi-)Daily Stank Image Bank photos here If you would like your picture to appear in the "Daily Stank Image Bank", add it to the Pdx Pipeline Flickr Group.
I have no idea what has been going on over at the venue currently known as Mt. Tabor Legacy. It has changed management about six times in the last four years, and seemingly three times in the last two months. Anyway, whoever is running it now has kept this in the mix. If you've seen [...]
Cinema 21 hosts the 12th annual Portland Lesbian and Gay Film Festival (in partnership with Film Action Oregon) starting this weekend and running through September 27. On Friday, there will be an Opening Night Gala at the Chesterfield. Here is a description of the festival and details of Friday's Gala: The Portland Lesbian & Gay [...]
Lipstick on a Pig Nob Hill, Portland, Oregon Photo by: Tom Turnbull More (semi-)Daily Stank Image Bank photos here If you would like your picture to appear in the "Daily Stank Image Bank", add it to the Pdx Pipeline Flickr Group.
Art Spark is this Saturday. Take note of the new location. Every third Thursday, we gather at local venues to meet, discuss, blather, applaud & plot the growth of the arts in Portland. Please join us Thursday, September 18th 5-7pm where ARTS PARTNERS will discuss opportunities for artists who are interested in working in classrooms. NEW [...]
The Alien Boy Film Benefit takes place tomorrow, September 17th. I asked Matt Davis, who wrote the film, what its like working on this project. He simply stated: “It's the most important thing I've ever done in my life.” Info from Chloe at Reading Frenzy: Join us this Wednesday, September 17th at the Wonder Ballroom [...]
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