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Portland's seventh annual Stumptown Comics Fest takes place Saturday and Sunday at the Lloyd Center Doubltree Hotel. Here are seven reasons why you should attend:

1. April is Comic Book Month! – What better way to celebrate Portland's 3rd Official Comic Book Month than to schmooze with some of the city and nation's most talented illustrators and storytellers?

2. Exhibitors - Be sure to bring extra cash to the SCF because you will not be able check out the exhibitors booths without buying [or really, really wanting to] comics and assorted memorabilia. Don't fret; this is a good thing! Talking to the exhibitors is one of the best features of the event because it allows you to meet the masterminds behind your favorite comics, to get a glimpse of/purchase their other work, and, maybe – if you're really nice – to get the scoop on their upcoming projects. Strolling through the rows of exhibitors, chances are also good that you will meet some really awesome people as well as find some new comics (and artists) to adore.

Find a full list of the exhibitors here (sortable by name or table!) and check out the map/floorplan here.

3. Panels - Become a comic book industry expert by learning such things as the history behind some of your favorite comics (old and new), getting a background in Read the rest of this entry »

Tonight is Green Drop Garage's Car Class 102, and Thursday there is a Women's only night. We have a pair of passes to give away to this class. To win them, just comment on this post on why you would like to attend. We will draw & email the winner on Thursday morning.

Reminder: We give out free tickets to our Portland Facebook Group including to many of the top music and art venues in Portland. Join it if you like free stuff.

From our Partners at Green Drop Garage
April 22 – 7pm Green Drop Garage Presents Car Care Women's Only Night

At Green Drop Garage we value more than just Eco-Friendly services for your automobiles. We want to empower you to have a better relationship with your car. Unfortunately, perception is sometimes reality. If you feel less than confident talking to a mechanic, or if you just want to learn in a non-intimidating atmosphere, this class is for you.

The all-women's class is more in-depth. We will cover the topics of car care 101, and also delve deeper into common repairs and when you actually need them done. This class will also include an extended question and answer session.

The Class will last about 2 hours
Cost: $20 per person
Limit of 20 per class so don't delay!
Our shop is located in the heat of SE Portland, 1417 SE 9th Avenue (behind Lucky Lab)
Register by calling the shop at 503-236-7767.

About Green Drop Garage:
Specializing in alternative, truly environmentally friendly technology, we are Portland's only Read the rest of this entry »

Not sure if Portland really is is the “beardiest city in America“, but let's just go with it and have a party this weekend…at an art gallery…the Portland way. There is no info on whether there will be Pabst, Oly, or High Life–so place your bets.

From Press Release:

It's only fitting that the beardiest city in the United States pays tribute to the hirsute among us at an art gallery.

Keep Portland Beard is an exposition of beardy art curated by Michael Buchino (beardrevue.com) at The Tribute Gallery (thetributegallery.com) from April 19—May 1. The big party will be April 24 at 8 p.m. Open to the bearded and non-bearded alike. RSVP to michaelbuchino@gmail.com.

The show will feature works by artists Read the rest of this entry »

Great local film event this Friday in Portland and Pipeline has a pair of tickets to give out for it.

To win: Go to Facebook (http://pdx.be/fb-topics) & comment why you would like to attend. Drawing will be Friday morning. We then message you on FB, so check inbox. We give thousands of dollars in free tickets every month on Facebook, so join up if you like free stuff

From Press Release:
HOMEGROWN DOCFEST
Portland Premiere APRIL 23
Locally-made Films, Food, and Beer!

On Friday, April 23 at 8:00 p.m. at the Mission Theater, all-new locally-made documentaries will hit the big screen. NW Documentary's "Homegrown DocFest" will feature films produced during Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Documentary workshop. These quirky, enlightening and endearing short documentary films will introduce a host of colorful, local characters and topics, including a yoga poet, the owner-workers of the Red & Black Café, Heavy Metal Bowlers, and cave explorers.

Filmmaker Q&As and the release of the 2010 Summer Catalog of NW Documentary workshops follow the screening. The NW Documentary workshops offer locals the training to create their very own short documentaries. Participants research, write, direct, shoot and edit their original creative audiovisual works. Summer term begins in June–enrollment currently open.

NW Documentary is a 501c3 non-profit that tells untold stories, teaches others to tell their stories, and brings community together in the sharing of significant non-fiction stories.

Homegrown DocFest
Friday, Apr. 23 at 8:00 p.m.
Mission Theater, 1624 NW Glisan
$7 at the door (proceeds to benefit NW Documentary educational programs).

Kona Brewing is having its 4th annual Sno-Kona Pond Skim party & contest at Mt. Hood Meadows this weekend. Pipeline has a VIP package to give away including ski lift tickets, ride there and back, beer, and Voodoo Doughnuts.

Info on VIP package:

Pipeline Giveaway — 2 VIP seats on the Kona Greasebus to the PondSkim + Lift Tickets to Mt Hood Meadows

How would you like to be whisked away VIP-style on Saturday April 24 (leaving from Voodoo Donuts Too) straight up to Mt Hood Meadows for a day of mountain hi jinks? Get ready for the 4th annual Sno-Kona Pond Skim, brought to you by Kona Brewing Company.

The Sno-Kona Pond Skim takes place at Mt. Hood Meadows with 100 skiers and snowboarders launching themselves across 90 feet of slushy, icy water from noon until 4. The tension builds throughout the day with all contestants vying for the grand prize of a trip for two to Oahu, including round trip airfare and hotel, courtesy of All About Hawaii. Live music and all-day sampling of Kona beer.

Mt. Hood Meadows will throw in 2 lift tickets for you that day, too.

You'll be brought back down the mountain in style after the Pond Skim ends and treated to more Kona beer sampling in the GreaseBus, incidentally North America's first and only vegetable oil powered coach (headquartered right here in Portland). Entries must be 21 and up.

WIN VIP TICKETS (free beer, ride, doughnuts & ski lift tickets!):

• Go to Facebook (http://pdx.be/fb-topics) & comment why you would like to attend.
• Drawing will be Friday morning. We then message you on FB, so check inbox.
• We give thousands of dollars in free tickets every month on Facebook, so join up if you like free stuff

Press Release for the 4th annual Sno-Kona Pond Skim (still time to register): Read the rest of this entry »

We knew Pavement was coming for a while now, just not where and when (wait, they did). We got the press release in about 5 minutes ago…so

From Press Release:

Reunited PAVEMENT to play
McMenamins Historic Edgefield this September
www.edgefieldconcerts.com

Reunited and it feels so good!  It's been over a decade since Pavement last traipsed through the streets of the world playing their highly influential brand of slacker rock.  The band announced late last year they were reuniting for what was supposed to be just a series of four shows in New York this summer.  Demand being what it was, they decided to soldier on and make a year out of it by touring all the corners, headlining the big festivals (including a sold out appearance at this years Sasquatch festival), and playing a mighty homecoming gig, well at least for Stephen Malkmus it's a homecoming, at McMenamins Edgefield this September.  Welcome ‘em back in style and get those tickets before they are gone, gone, gone.

Tickets on sale this Saturday at Read the rest of this entry »

I heard about this party a couple weeks back, but was told it was kind of private. I guess that isn't true since we just got a press release for it. Top Gun the musical aka Hot Gun doesn't come out until May at Dante's, but they are going to be there…for some reason…the reason is not clear in this release…but we do have the semi-pornagraphic flyer thanks to Jedidiah.

Here is a video commercial about the event

From Press Release
COURTNEY TAYLOR TAYLOR JOINS SECRET SOCIETY OF D'MERDE ARTISTS

April 23rd, 2010 — Come for the Absinthe, stay for the art. D'Merde Salon is back with its signature Paris meets Portland underground vibe. The party will be held at The Know on Alberta. Doors open at 8pm, tickets are $8.

Sponsored by KZME radio, D'Merde will feature a gay musical version of Top Gun directed by Jeffery Wonderful. Courtney Taylor Taylor, Zia McCabe and guests will participate in a multimedia performance for the release of Taylor's new graphic novel, ONE MODEL NATION.

MC Seantos McDonald combines spoken word and 70's Hustler copy. Bands include DeathXDoll, and The MoonShriners. Cheyenne Glasgow, Chris Haberman, and Jolyn Fry will be hanging art along with newly landed Parisian painters, Trish Nickell and David Szafranski.

From our partners at Green Drop Garage

April 20th 7:00pm- Green Drop Garage Presents Car Class 102

At Green Drop Garage we value more than just Eco-Friendly services for your automobiles. We want to empower you to have a better relationship with your car. In this class you will learn about the inner workings of your car's gas engine. We will go through basic tune–up procedures and acquaint you with your engine's vital components. Inspection and replacement of spark plugs, distributors, drive belts, fuel filter will be covered

This is our most popular class. Prior enrollment in car care 101 is not necessary, though a desire to learn and get your hand dirty is a must!

The Class will last about 1.5 hours
Cost: $20 per person
Limit of 20 per class so don't delay!
Our shop is located in the heat of SE Portland, 1417 SE 9th Avenue (behind Lucky Lab)
Register by calling the shop at 503-236-7767.

About Green Drop Garage: Read the rest of this entry »

Posted by Mike Harper

Swinging between half-hyperventilating strain and straightforward singspeaking in a flurry of echoing ions bouncing off synthesizers that ring creepily and church-organesque, Spesus Christ sing the dance-along-clap-along hymns of Portland's musical youth.  Drum machine battles guitar with building blocks made from electronic notes peppering the reverberation-clouded scene. EP2 (the second wonderful side to Adventures!

With Might's latest release on Apes Tapes), starts with the kinetic "I Love You/U Luv Me 2" and rounds out with the drawn out teardrop "Dear Mom". Pick up EP2 here and check out Spesus in all their glory at a church on April 24!

Saturday Day Mass At The Church Of Spesus Christ!
with

Your Canvas http://www.myspace.com/yourcanvas
Adventures! With Might http://www.myspace.com/adventureswithmight
Spesus Christ http://www.myspace.com/spesuschrist
Soap Collectors http://www.myspace.com/soapcollectors
Leviticus Appleton will play on the balcony between sets.

Spesus Christ http:/spesuschrist.muxtape.com/
cover: $2 | doors: 7:30 | show: 8:30
some big church on
2456 SE Tamarack Ave (at Division)
ALL AGES!

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