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2024 SCHEDULE FOR GEEK WEEK PDX
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MULTI-DAY GAME EVENTS
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GEEK WEEK MINI CON
Saturday Sept 14th & Sunday Sept 15th
at Lloyd Center, 2201 Lloyd Center, Portland
Come celebrate Geek Week PDX on our grand finale weekend at the Lloyd Center with our partner Pixie Panic.
Mini Con Marketplace
Both Days, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
There are so many things happening! Shop at the over 40 different small biz. Check out the Super Hero Coloring Station, the Nerdy Swap table, and the Board Game Library.
Get a free Raffle ticket for every $10 you spend with one of the Marketplace vendors.
Saturday, Sept 14th, 12:30pm - 6:00pm
Sunday, Sept 15th 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Lloyd Center welcomes all the heroes, wizards, fairies and princesses to enjoy the frozen wonderland of their indoor Ice Rink. $15 to skate if you're in costume.
Saturday, Sept 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Experience the world of Live Action Role Playing with this Family Friendly activity Sign up here
hosted by Imagination Adventures
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Molly's Adventure
Saturday, Sept 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
at Gambits Games, 1220 Lloyd Center, Portland
hosted by Molly and Co.
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The Mysterious House
Sunday, Sept 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
at Gambits Games, 1220 Lloyd Center, Portland
hosted by Antonio
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Alien Adventure
Sunday, Sept 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
at Geek Week Mini Con conference rm
hosted by Coda
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DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
at TPK Brewing, 5051 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland
TPK Brewing, Board Bard Games, Corvid Creations, and Geek Week PDX Present a celebration of 50 years of D&D that's not to be missed! This multifaceted celebration of the 50th Anniversary of D&D includes a week-long tournament with an award night and miniature painting night too.
Learn all about the fun here!
Passport to the Infinite Staircase
Friday Sept 6 through Sunday Sept 15, 12:00pm - 10:00pm
TPK Brewing Co. will be running multiple sessions of every remastered first edition D&D adventure from the recent Quests from the Infinite Staircase anthology release, along with an original level 20 capstone adventure written by GM Isaac. Sessions will run daily throughout the 9/6-9/15 event, with real-life loot awarded the night of 9/26 based on the number of sessions survived
Book you sessions here!
Infinite Staircase Open Painting Night
Mon Sept 9, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
We're back with another TPK open miniature painting night. We'll be expanding our available free supplies, along with our neighbors Board Bard Games bringing over a full miniature bazaar and Corvid Creations helping with technical painting tips throughout the night.
Passport to the Infinite Staircase Awards Party
Thursday Sept 26, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Did you survive the Infinite Staircase? Do you just want to recount your exploits or celebrate those who made it through the gauntlet unscathed? Come join the party!
The award ceremony will kickoff at 6:30; winners do not need to be present to claim their loot, it's just more fun that way.
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GEEK WEEK GAME FORGE!
MONDAY SEPT 9 through SATURDAY SEPT 14
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Create your own game and win prizes!
8 teams of 1 or 2 designers will be tasked to create an original board game in 5 days.
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Game must be for 4 players
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Entry Fee: $30 per team.
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Sign up link HERE
MONDAY SEPT 9: Pick up your Game Kit between 4:00pm & 9:00pm
When you come in you will be given a blank Game Design Kit from Ad Magic Print & Play.
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Draw a Random Game Theme. (You will draw 2, and choose one of the.)
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Draw 3 Random Game Mechanics rules. Your game will be required to include at least 2 of those mechanics, but you can include others as you like beyond those 2.
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Games must be for 4 players. You will have 10 to 15 mins to teach the rules on Saturday Game Sessions. 8 rounds will be held)
FRIDAY SEPT 13, 4:00pm - 8:00pm: Designers will drop off their finished design.
SATURDAY SEPT 14, Game Play Testers, voting and awards.
Group 1: 10:30am - 2:30pm, Sign up
Group 2: 10:30am - 2:30pm, Sign up
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Game play sessions with 8 sets of 4 players will play each game for a set amount of time in a round robin format. After each game is played, players will fill out an evaluation form for the game they just finished.
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Designers must be at the event all day to teach players about each game.
Once all the games have been played and scored, awards will be given for several categories such as Fan Favorite, Most Original Design, Closest to Theme and Mechanics, Best Overall Aesthetic, Best Rules/Teach, Most Fun Overall, etc…
8:45am - 12:30pm, Daily (except Tuesday)
at Portland Spirit, 110 SE Caruthers St, Portland
Explore the history and lore of Bigfoot while traveling 80 miles roundtrip on a high-speed jetboat from Portland to Multnomah Falls. See the landmarks along the Willamette and Columbia Rivers that make the Northwest famous, while listening to exclusive narration by Cliff Barackman (star of Animal Planet‘s “Finding Bigfoot”) and a live tour guide. You’ll enjoy curated information about the legend of Bigfoot and sightings in the Columbia River Gorge on this exhilarating, informative journey.
Septemer 1st - 13th
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Join Clinton St Theater for the second annual Hanabi Japanese Film Festival—a two-week series celebrating a wide range of works from Japan, spanning from the 1950s to present day.
Portland Ghost Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Septemer 6st - 15th, 5:00pm
Experience Portland’s Most Haunted Ghost Tour. Walk through Stumptown’s dark streets to hear the freakish tales of the ghosts that make Portland the most haunted city on the west coast.
Septemer 13th - 15th
at Academy Theater, 7818 SE Stark St, Portland
Through contact with a mysterious ooze, four turtles in the sewers of New York mutate into intelligent pizza-loving humanoids, and are mentored in the art of ninja combat by the wise rat Splinter. When the evil Shredder attempts to take over the world, the turtles set out to stop him.
Harry Potter "Back to School" Wine Flights
Septemer 9th - 22nd, times vary
at Pairings Portland, 455 NE 24th Ave, Portland
Get a flight of 11 wines paired to your favorite Harry Potter characters! We’ll be offering wines paired to characters but we’re also going to hand out a questionnaire that will put you into a house! The base 5 wine flight will be the main characters plus your personal house wine.
Septemer 6th - 12th
at Academy Theater, 7818 SE Stark St, Portland
Genetically engineered tyrant Khan Noonien Singh escapes from a 15 year exile in order to exact revenge on Admiral James T. Kirk, and Kirk, alongside the rest of the crew of the USS Enterprise, must stop him from acquiring a powerful terraforming device named Genesis.
Friday, Sept 6, 11:00am
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Directed by Isao Takahata and based on a concept by Hayao Miyazaki, this is a charming early-career classic from two animation legends before they co-founded the award-winning Studio Ghibli. Free
Rose City Comic Con Preview Flight
Friday, Sept 6, Many time slots available
at Pairings Portland, 455 NE 24th Ave, Portland
Come check out our flight of 8 wines paired especially to get you geared up for this years Comic Con from Monday, August 26 - Sunday, September 8. Pairings will include Breaking Bad, Star Trek, Star Wars, House of the Dragon, Rick & Morty, Our Flag Means Death, Attack on Titan and one more surprise pairing!
Friday, Sept 6, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
at Kenton Library, 8226 N Denver Avenue Portland,
Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper who will help you find answers to questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
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Appointments are on a first come, first served basis.
Friday, Sept 6, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
at Rockwood Library, 17917 SE Stark St, Portland
What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.
Friday, Sept 6, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
at Kenton Librabry, 8226 N Denver Ave, Portland
Are you a Pokémon card fan? If so, join us for some Pokémon free-play! For kids new to Pokémon and experts alike, focusing on cards and Pokémon TCG. Ideal for Grades 3-8, but all Pokémon-loving kids (and their grownups who want to learn more) are welcome!
4:45pm
7:00pm
9:00pm
Friday, Sept 6
at Raven’s Manor, 235 SW 1st Ave, Portland
You don't want to miss out on this fun and interactive mixology experience! Get a look into Dr. Raven's experiment journal and recreate some of his ghastly (and tasty) concoctions. The phantoms of the manor will help guide you through two elixirs of your choosing. This experience also includes a drink from Dr. Raven's special trophy case. Get 15% off your reservation with code ELIXIR15.
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Reservations required
Booklover's Burlesque: Fantasy Edition
Friday, Sept 6, 6:00pm
at Alberta Rose Theater, 3000 NE Alberta St, Portland
Booklover's Burlesque is the world's sexiest literary salon which matches titillating, inspiring, and empowering book readings with burlesque performances all in one show!
7:00pm
8:00pm
Friday, Sept 6
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
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Reservations required
Friday, Sept 6, 7:00pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
Shakespeare meets Frankenstein in this amazing new unscripted show at Funhouse Lounge. We will improvise a brand new, never-before-imagined play in the style of Shakespeare, while also weaving in a classic movie monster of your suggestion.
Friday, Sept 6, 7:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Friday, Sept 6, 7:00pm
Walking pub tour of Portland's quirkiest neighborhood. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the city, including stories of UFO sightings, Bigfoot sightings, exploding whales, wacky bike rides, strange locals, hijackings, hipsters, artists, and more.
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Reservation required.
Friday, Sept 6, 7:00pm
at Next Level Pinball Shop & Museum, 1458 NE 25th Ave, Hillsboro
Play pinball in 4 player groups with 2 games per round. We will keep drawing rounds until 9:15pm, and get through as many games as we can in that time! Top players move to finals. IFPA sanctioned for World Ranking points.
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Check in before 7pm
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World with Uncanny Valley Girls
Friday, Sept 6, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at PAM CUT, Center for an Untold Tomorrow, 934 SW Salmon St, Portland
Catch some Scott Pilgrim-inspired tunes from Uncanny Valley Girls, followed by the film! All attendees get access to a free month of MUBI at mubi.com/pamcut. As bass guitarist for a garage-rock band, Scott Pilgrim has never had trouble getting a girlfriend; usually, the problem is getting rid of them. But when Ramona Flowers skates into his heart, he finds she has the most troublesome baggage of all: an army of ex-boyfriends who will stop at nothing to eliminate him from her list of suitors.
Friday, Sept 6, 7:30pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
This is the story of DUTCH, the crippled and angry victim of a hit-and-run, who takes a strange training course on how to be psychic so he can find the car that hit him and take revenge on the driver. But when his teacher, LYRA, draws him into her search for a mysterious crystal known as THE PARAGON, Dutch finds himself trapped in a parallel universe and on the run from Lyra’s evil brother HAXAN and his band of psychic slaves.
Friday, Sept 6, 9:00pm - 11:00pm
at Nebulous Taproom, 11645 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Beaverton
VHS Night - Pterodactyl Woman from Beverly Hills
Friday, Sept 6, 10:0pm
at Cinemagic, 2021 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland
Beverly D'Angelo plays Pixie Chandler, not the average Beverly Hills housewife. And her hometown’s about to discover how strange Pixie can be! The fun begins when her husband, archeologist Dick Chandler, digs up an ancient burial site, disturbing an eccentric witch doctor.. The shaman puts a curse on the meddling scientist’s wife. Without warning, Pixie transforms into the Pterodactyl Woman from Beverly Hills!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH
Saturday, Sept 7, 11:00am
at Other World Games, 6350 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland
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Saturday, Sept 7, 11:00am - 5:00pm
at Crooked House, 1602 NE 40th Ave, Portland
Stop by Crooked House Books during Geek Week. They will temporarily turn into a science fiction & fantasy bookstore, and also display a collection of fan material centered around the very first World Science Fiction Convention.
Saturday, Sept 7, 11:00am - 1:00pm
at Rockwood Library, 17917 SE Stark St, Portland
Do you love anime? Are you in middle school or high school? If so, join our anime club! We meet two times a month at the Rockwood Library Makerspace to watch anime, discuss our favorite series, and eat yummy snacks. We can talk about mangas, do anime crafts, and design anime-themed materials as well!
Saturday, Sept 7, 11:00am - 12:00pm
at Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland
Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.
Saturday, Sept 7, 11:30am - 1:00pm
at Holgate Library, 7905 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland
Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.
Saturday, Sept 7, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
at Space Room Lounge, 4800 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland
Blast off to a galaxy far, far away on the Space Room patio every First Saturday of the month for our monthly drag Brunch in Space With celestial specialty cocktails and the best brunch on Hawthorne, this is an out-of-this-world drag experience like no other Not convinced yet? Our outdoor drag brunch is all-ages AND dog friendly Best of all?? It’s FREE
Saturday, Sept 7, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
at Oaks Park, 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland
Join the Inaugural Portland Weird Fest, and embrace the odd, strange, and bizarre. Join a day of unapologetic oddities, offbeat entertainment, and a celebration of Portland's uniquely quirky culture. Throw out the rulebook and embrace the bizarre in all its glory.
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Purchase tickets in advance
Rose City Comic Con Preview Flight
Saturday, Sept 7, many time slots available
at Pairings Portland, 455 NE 24th Ave, Portland
Come check out our flight of 8 wines paired especially to get you geared up for this years Comic Con from Monday, August 26 - Sunday, September 8. Pairings will include Breaking Bad, Star Trek, Star Wars, House of the Dragon, Rick & Morty, Our Flag Means Death, Attack on Titan and one more surprise pairing!
Saturday, Sept 7, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
at Hollywood Library, 4040 NE Tillamook St, Portland
Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper who will help you find answers to questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
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Appointments are on a first come, first served basis.
Haunted Tavern Cocktail Experience
Saturday, Sept 7, 2:00pm
at Historic Alberta House, 5131 NE 23rd Ave, Portland
An immersive cocktail experience that takes you deep into the eerie heart of one of Portland's most haunted locations. As you step into the dimly lit tavern, the keeper guides you through a 4-part interactive cocktail journey, weaving chilling and dark tales that have plagued the venue for centuries.
Saturday, Sept 7, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
at Other Worlds Games & Comics, 6350 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland
Saturday, Sept 7, 2:00pm
at All American Magic, 1037 Lloyd Center, Portland
Get ready for two hours of confounding illusions, exciting music and the hilarious comedy magic of world-class illusionist Mark Benthimer and master ventriloquist Scott Davis. They will have you at the edge of your seat as you marvel at seeing the impossible come to life right before your very eyes, and Scott will leave you breathless after rolling around with laughter.
Basic Tarot 101 Workshop with Santosh
Saturday, Sept 7, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
at New Renaissance Bookshop, 1338 NW 23rd Ave, Portland
Dive into the world of the tarot with this experiential workshop perfect for all levels of enthusiasts. Explore the Major and Minor Arcanas, understand the significance of suits and court cards, and demystify the tarot deck in a straightforward manner. After we go through the cards, we will have an opportunity to do mini-readings for each other.
Saturday, Sept 7, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
at Rockwood Library, 17917 SE Stark St, Portland
What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.
Saturday, Sept 7, 3:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Pee-wee’s Big Adventure, Night of 1,000…Tim Burtons
Saturday, Sept 7, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
at PAM CUT, Center for an Untold Tomorrow, 934 SW Salmon St, Portland
Make a wearable red bow tie from crepe paper and glue and channel your inner Pee-wee Herman! No experience needed for this easy craft session hosted by Portland paper artist Inga Ilze Peterson. In the movie, the eccentric and childish Pee-wee Herman embarks on a big adventure when his beloved bicycle is stolen. Crafting starts at 3:30, Movie begins at 4pm.
4:45pm
7:00pm
9:00pm
Saturday, Sept 7
at Raven’s Manor, 235 SW 1st Ave, Portland
You don't want to miss out on this fun and interactive mixology experience! Get a look into Dr. Raven's experiment journal and recreate some of his ghastly (and tasty) concoctions. The phantoms of the manor will help guide you through two elixirs of your choosing. This experience also includes a drink from Dr. Raven's special trophy case. Get 15% off your reservation with code ELIXIR15.
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Reservations required
5:00pm
7:00pm
8:00pm
Saturday, Sept 7
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
Saturday, Sept 7, 6:30pm
Walking pub tour of Portland's quirkiest neighborhood. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the city, including stories of UFO sightings, Bigfoot sightings, exploding whales, wacky bike rides, strange locals, hijackings, hipsters, artists, and more.
Saturday, Sept 7, 7:00pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
Shakespeare meets Frankenstein in this amazing new unscripted show at Funhouse Lounge. We will improvise a brand new, never-before-imagined play in the style of Shakespeare, while also weaving in a classic movie monster of your suggestion.
Saturday, Sept 7, 7:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Edward Scissorhands with Pre-show Paper Craft
Saturday, Sept 7, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at PAM CUT, Center for an Untold Tomorrow, 934 SW Salmon St, Portland
Cut some paper, stretch, shape and glue your pieces to make a simple yet unique flower using colored crepe paper. Portland paper artist Inga Ilze Peterson will guide you through the process of making a flower in just a few steps. The movies follows Edward’s fantastical adventures living in a pastel paradise known as Suburbia. Crafting starts at 6:30, Movie begins at 7pm.
Rock & Roll High School with PJ Soles
Saturday, Sept 7, 7:00pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Roger Corman's legendary cult classic, with star P.J. Soles in attendance for a post-screening Q&A!
Saturday, Sept 7, 7:00pm - 2:00am (next day)
at The Coffin Club, 421 SE Grand Ave, Portland
with guests Haunt Me and Devon Thompson
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Get tickets now
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21+ over
Saturday, Sept 7, 8:00pm - 11:00pm
at Alberta Abbey, 126 NE Alberta St, Portland
Watch Drag Queens play the tabletop sensation Dungeons and Dragons live! Prepare to immerse yourself in a world where high-fantasy meets high-fashion, where audacious audacity rolls higher than a natural twenty, where laughter echoes in the halls of enchanted castles and forbidden forests.
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Get tickets now
Rocky Horror Picture Show with the Clinton Street Cabaret
Saturday, Sept 7, 10:30pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
The Clinton Street Theater has been showing The Rocky Horror Picture Show weekly since 1978, making it one of the longest running movies in the world! Join us every Saturday night as we celebrate the wonderful fun that is Rocky Horror Picture Show. Tonight’s screening features the cast of the Clinton Street Cabaret! $2 from every ticket goes to support the group.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH
Tech Help Drop-in
Sunday, Sept 8, 10:00pm - 11:45pm
Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper who will help you find answers to questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
at Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland
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Location: Upon entering the library turn left - Community Room 1B
Sunday, Sept 8, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
at Hollywood Library, 4040 NE Tillamook St, Portland
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Appointments are on a first come, first served basis.
Rose City Comic Con Preview Flight
Sunday, Sept 8, Many time slots available
at Pairings Portland, 455 NE 24th Ave, Portland
Come check out our flight of 8 wines paired especially to get you geared up for this years Comic Con from Monday, August 26 - Sunday, September 8. Pairings will include Breaking Bad, Star Trek, Star Wars, House of the Dragon, Rick & Morty, Our Flag Means Death, Attack on Titan and one more surprise pairing!
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Might I Suggest a Game? Board Game Raffle!
Sunday, Sept 8, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
at Guardian Games, 345 SE Taylor St, Portland
Open-play board gaming event with board game influencer, Alex Hart of MISAG? Come play with old friends or make new ones. Alex rotates titles to teach, but all board games are welcome. Get a raffle ticket for participating; winners announced at 5pm.
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Bonus Comic Con Sunday FREE PLAY Party
Sunday, Sept 8, 12:00pm - Midnight
at Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland
Over 120 classic arcade games and pinball machines are playable with unlimited credits for just a $6 cover during our all ages hours of noon-5pm or $12 after 5pm (21+ only) on Sunday 9/8!
Sunday, Sept 8, 2:00pm
at Hillsboro Arts Regional Theater, 185 SE Washington St, Hillsboro
Set during the Civil War, The Amazing Séance Sisters follows the story of Jayne and Olivia, who turn to seances to make ends meet. As Maurice, a mysterious magician, helps them transform their home into a proper seance parlor, old memories and buried secrets resurface, threatening to tear the sisters apart.
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Purchase tickets now
Sunday, Sept 8, 3:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Based on the novel of the same name by Masuji Ibuse, this film swept the 1990 Japanese Academy Awards.
4:45pm
7:00pm
9:00pm
Sunday, Sept 8
at Raven’s Manor, 235 SW 1st Ave, Portland
You don't want to miss out on this fun and interactive mixology experience! Get a look into Dr. Raven's experiment journal and recreate some of his ghastly (and tasty) concoctions. The phantoms of the manor will help guide you through two elixirs of your choosing. This experience also includes a drink from Dr. Raven's special trophy case. Get 15% off your reservation with code ELIXIR15.
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Reservations required
Sunday, Sept 8, 5:00pm
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
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Reservations required
Sunday, Sept 8, 5:00pm
Walking pub tour of Portland's quirkiest neighborhood. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the city, including stories of UFO sightings, Bigfoot sightings, exploding whales, wacky bike rides, strange locals, hijackings, hipsters, artists, and more.
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Reservation required
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Star Trek DS9 Watch Party
Sunday, Sept 8, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
at Comic Cave, 1924 N Kilpatrick St, Portland
Star Trek lore from 1995 tells us that it’s time for a major upheaval relating to the situation regarding folks experiencing homelessness. Watch the Deep Space 9 "Past Tense" 2-part episodes with the crew at Comic Cave. FREE
Sunday, Sept 8, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
at Hops on Tap, 15660 SW Pacific Hwy Suite A-8
hosted by Stumptown Trivia
Sunday, Sept 8, 6:00pm - 11:00pm
at Church Bar, 2600 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Sunday, Sept 8, 6:30pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Break out the glitter, corsets, and top hats for a spectacular, spectacular screening of Moulin Rouge! Dressing up is highly encouraged!
Sunday, Sept 8, 7:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
The wonders of everyday life come into breathtaking focus in this profoundly moving film by Wim Wenders.
Sunday, Sept 8, 7:30pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
This is the story of DUTCH, the crippled and angry victim of a hit-and-run, who takes a strange training course on how to be psychic so he can find the car that hit him and take revenge on the driver. But when his teacher, LYRA, draws him into her search for a mysterious crystal known as THE PARAGON, Dutch finds himself trapped in a parallel universe and on the run from Lyra’s evil brother HAXAN and his band of psychic slaves.
Sunday, Sept 8, 7:30pm - 12:00am
at Arcade 2084, 248 E Main St, Hillsboro
Happy Hour all night with 80's Karaoke! Party starts at 7:30pm and goes on 'til midnight.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH
Monday, Sept 9, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
at St John's Librabry , 7510 N Charleston Ave, Portland
Are you a Pokémon card fan? If so, join us for some Pokémon free-play! For kids new to Pokémon and experts alike, focusing on cards and Pokémon TCG. Ideal for Grades 3-8, but all Pokémon-loving kids (and their grownups who want to learn more) are welcome!
Open Paint Night
Monday, Sept 9, 5:00pm - 10:00pm
at Guardian Games, 345 SE Taylor St, Portland
We welcome all skill levels to come and hang out with us. Bring your own paints, D&D miniatures, or Warhammer armies, or pick up some supplies at the store. We'll provide the water cups, brushes, and a cozy spot to paint and socialize.
Open Mic and Jam Night
Monday, Sept 9, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
at Holgate Library, 7905 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland
This free monthly event welcomes musicians, singers, poets, and creatives of all ages, styles, and skill levels. The evening kicks off with a performance by a local artist, followed by an open mic for individuals and bands to showcase their talents. The evening concludes with a jam session where all participants are invited to come together and create music collaboratively.
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Monday, Sept 9, 6:30pm - 10:00pm
at Guardian Games, 345 SE Taylor St, Portland
Our weekly Modern event with amazing promo for those who go 4-0.
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Animation After Dark: Best of PFCAT Film Fest
Monday, Sept 9, 7pm
at Cinema 21, 616 NW 21st Ave, Portland
Leave the kids at home and come see some of the best animation selections from this year's Film Festival run by the Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation and Technology. Local filmmakers will be in attendance to talk about their work.
Perfect Blue
Monday, Sep 9th, 7:00pm
at Automatic Bar, 3652 SE Division St, Portland. See the landmarks along the Willamette and Columbia A pop singer gives up her career to become an actress, but she slowly goes insane when she starts being stalked by an obsessed fan and what seems to be a ghost of her past.
GAME EVENTS AROUND TOWN
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH
A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group
Tuesday, Sept 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
at Gregory Heights Library, 7921 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.
Tuesday, Sept 10, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
at Rockwood Library, 17917 SE Stark St, Portland
What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.
FEATURE
Drop In Star Trek Adventures RPG, 2nd Edition
Tuesday, Sept 10, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Star Trek Adventures the RPG has released a 2nd edition of its popular role playing game. Come and join a drop in adventure and explore the galaxy.
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Smash Bros Night: Ultimate Tournament
Tuesday, Sept 10, 6:00pm - 11:00pm
at Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland
Ready for more Super Smash Bros. action at Ground Kontrol? Duke it out with your friends up on our big screens! Ultimate battles starting at 6pm. We’ll host a 1v1 tournament around 7pm, free to enter and with prizes from Ground Kontrol for the top 3 players!
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Age of Sigmar: Spearhead League
Tuesday, Sept 10, 6:30Pm - 10:00pm
at Guardian Games, 345 SE Taylor St, Portland
Kick-off day for our AOS Spearhead League; a 4-week event to battle your Spearhead against others. Prizing based on entry attendance raffled out at the end of league.
Tuesday, Sept 10, 7:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Adapted from Haruki Murakami’s short story, Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s award-winning films is a haunting road movie traveling a path of love, loss, acceptance, and peace.
Tuesday, Sept 10, 7:00pm
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
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Reservations required
Tuesday, Sept 10, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
at Three Mugs Pub, 16755 W Baseline Rd suite 110, Beaverton
Adapted from Haruki Murakami’s short story, Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s award-winning films is a haunting road movie traveling a path of love, loss, acceptance, and peace.
Kung Fu Theater: Master of the Flying Guillotine
Tuesday, Sept 10, 7:30pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Kung Fu Theater presents an extremely rare 35mm print of this 1975 martial arts classic!
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH
Wednesday, Sept 11, 10:00pm - 12:00pm
at Holgate Library, 7905 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland
Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper who will help you find answers to questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
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Appointments are on a first come, first served basis. Not finding a time that works for you? Contact us to get help.
Wednesday, Sept 11, 11:00am - 8:00pm
at Rose City Comics, 3725 N Mississippi Ave, Portland
Stop by to check out what's hot off the presses!
Wednesday, Sept 11, 12:00pm – 12:30pm
at Other Worlds Games & Comics, 6350 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland
Wednesday, Sept 11, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
at Rockwood Library, 17917 SE Stark St, Portland
What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.
FEATURED
Wednesday, Sept 11, 5:00pm - 10:00pm
at Mox Boarding House, 1938 W Burnside St, Portland
Don your finest cosplay and crush our friends in Commander!
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Drawn Hungry Geek Week Board Game Bash!
Wednesday, Sept 11, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Come Learn to Play with Game Designer and Artist Jordan Mishra Johnson
Join the culinary card game where players use dish and ingredient cards to create meals for special occasions. This is a free event! Sign Up Fast!
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Alt NYC 88
Wednesday, Sept 11, 6:30pm
at Dark Future, 3505 NE Broadway. Portland
Alt NYC 88 is set in the late eighties in an alternative New York City. The game is a slimmed tabletop role playing game with handprinted 20 page booklet, crammed with settings and rules.
Reservations: email darkfuturepdx@gmail.com
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Wednesday, Sept 11, 6:30pm - 10:00pm
at Guardian Games, 345 SE Taylor St, Portland
Join their weekly WH Casual event with paint kit giveaways [40k and AoS]
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Wednesday, Sept 11, 7:00pm - 11:00pm
at Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland
Join Ground Kontrol for our monthly Stern Army pinball tournament, with cash prizes and goodies from Stern Pinball!
Clown Bingo
Wednesday, Sept 11, 7:00pm
at Creepy's, 627 SE Morrison St, Portland
Karaoke
Wednesday, Sept 11, 7:00pm – 11:00pm
at The Waypost, 3120 N Williams Ave, Portland
OP/POP: Art & Animation of Postwar Japan (Church of Film)
Wednesday, Sept 11, 7:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Built upon radical collectives, Japanese experimental art and cinema revived itself in the wake of the disastrous world war with renewed energy and purpose, adventuring into all media to explore a brave new world.
Drag Bingo
Wednesday, Sept 11, 7:30pm
at The Pharmacy Bar, 2100 NW Glisan St, Portland
Portland Ghosts: Poltergeists and Psychopaths
Wednesday, Sept 11, 8:00pm
Are you brave enough to walk through the darker side of Portland’s past? Hear stories of hauntings that have frightened locals and visitors for centuries. Take a journey to haunted downtown Portland where the paranormal manifests itself regularly alongside the unsuspecting. Add a bonus extended tour for more haunted hotspots and ghost stories.
GAME EVENTS AROUND TOWN
TRIVIA NIGHTS AROUND TOWN
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH
Thursday, Sept 12, 10:00pm - 11:45pm
at Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland
Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper who will help you find answers to questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
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Appointments are on a first come, first served basis. Not finding a time that works for you? Contact us to get help.
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Location: Upon entering the library turn left - Community Room 1B
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Thursday, Sept 12, 12:00pm - 10:00pm
at Board Bard Games, 7960 SE Stark St, Portland
Join Kill Team Cascadia & Board Bard for this full day event, and learn to play Warhammer. Build, Paint and Play. Perfect for all skill levels.
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Monthly 2nd Thursday FREE PLAY Party
Thursday, Sept 12, 12:00pm - Midnight
at Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland
Over 120 classic arcade games and pinball machines are playable with unlimited credits for just a $6 cover during our all ages hours of noon-5pm or $12 after 5pm (21+ only) on Sunday 9/8!
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Wine & Wizards: D&D With the Winemaker
12:00pm - 2:00pm
2:00pm - 4:00pm
4:00pm - 6:00pm
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday, Sept 12
at Aurora Vineyards, 21338 Oak Ln NE, Aurora
Get ready to delve into a realm where fantasy meets fine wine in an unforgettable Dungeons & Dragons adventure at these exclusive Geek Week events. Gather around a beautifully set table, surrounded by fellow enthusiasts of both mythical realms and exquisite wines. The host and Dungeon Master for the evening is none other than Winemaker Robert Rothwell, renowned not only for his exceptional wines but also for his storytelling prowess.
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Limited availability, get your tickets now!
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Entry Fee will be refunded with purchase of wine
Thursday, Sept 12, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Join us and discuss Science Fiction and Fantasy literature, get recommendations for new books, and share what you are currently reading. If you are an author, come and share your stories.
Thursday, Sept 12, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
at Red Castle Games, 7160 SE Foster Rd, Portland
Come assemble and paint minis with us. Paint Party is perfect for beginners, and all participants will have access to our store set of paints and art supplies.
Thursday, Sept 12, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
at TOTL Games, 736 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland
Paint some minis, build some Gunpla. It's free, but we have community paints for $5 buy in, with free popcorn and movies. Great for new and experienced painters/builders both!
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Thursday, Sept 12, 6:30pm - 10:00pm
at Guardian Games, 345 SE Taylor St, Portland
Spark Rebellion Draft
Thursday, Sept 12, 7:00pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
Shakespeare meets Frankenstein in this amazing new unscripted show at Funhouse Lounge. We will improvise a brand new, never-before-imagined play in the style of Shakespeare, while also weaving in a classic movie monster of your suggestion.
Blessings Movie Night Presents: Ghost in the Shell (1995) with Live
Thursday, Sept 12, 7:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Portland visual artist Eatcho and musician Pink Buddha join forces for GHOST IN THE SHELL (1995) based on Masamune Shirow's manga, directed by Mamoru Oshii and adapted by Kazunori Itō.
Spookytown Event with Emmeline Duncan
Thursday, Sept 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
at Tap Into Wine, 1935 Columbia Blvd, St. Helens
Join us for a fun and spooky time in Halloween Town (St. Helens) where we'll drink wine at Tap into Wine and hear local author Emmeline Duncan read from and talk about her newest book, Chaos at the Lazy Bones Bookshop!
Thursday, Sept 12, 7:30pm - 12:00am
at Arcade 2084, 248 E Main St, Hillsboro
Happy Hour all night with 80's Karaoke! Party starts at 7:30pm and goes on ‘til midnight.
Thursday, Sept 12, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
at The Siren Theater, 3913 N. Mississippi Ave, Portland
This show is a mix of stand up and original comedy songs about Tim Murray’s favorite pop culture WITCHES! Murray is like a gay Bo Burnham, but painted green and doing drag!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH
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Friday, Sept 13, 11:00am - 5:00pm
at Crooked House, 1602 NE 40th Ave, Portland
Stop by Crooked House Books during Geek Week. They will temporarily turn into a science fiction & fantasy bookstore, and also display a collection of fan material centered around the very first World Science Fiction Convention.
Friday, Sept 13, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
at Kenton Library, 8226 N Denver Avenue Portland
Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper who will help you find answers to questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
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Appointments are on a first come, first served basis.
Makerspace Drop-In for Teens
Friday, Sept 13, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
at Rockwood Library, 17917 SE Stark St, Portland
What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.
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Geek Week Game Forge, Game Drop off
Friday, Sept 13, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Drop off you finished game prototypes so that they can be tested and played on Saturday.
4:45pm
7:00pm
9:00pm
Friday, Sept 13
at Raven’s Manor, 235 SW 1st Ave, Portland
You don't want to miss out on this fun and interactive mixology experience! Get a look into Dr. Raven's experiment journal and recreate some of his ghastly (and tasty) concoctions. The phantoms of the manor will help guide you through two elixirs of your choosing. This experience also includes a drink from Dr. Raven's special trophy case. Get 15% off your reservation with code ELIXIR15.
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Reservations required
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Friday, Sept 13, 5:00pm
at Legacy Coffee Company, 112 N Main Ave, Gresham
Ever wanted to learn to play Dungeons & Dragons, or possibly just having trouble getting a group together? Come join First Fantasy Books and Legacy Coffee Company in Gresham for a D&D Learn to Play event for the whole family. Come immerse yourself in a quest to discover what happened to the lost city of Ayrith. Join one of three adventuring parties as you explore a foreign landscape, battle mythical monsters, and search for clues to the lost colony's demise.
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Family friendly (recommended 10+ up)
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Reservations call (503)489-5056
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Writers' Group
Friday, Sept 13, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
at Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St
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Friday, Sept 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
at Guardian Games, 345 SE Taylor St, Portland
Open House is the primary space where new-to-Magic players can come and learn how to play Magic: The Gathering in a friendly social environment. Engaged players in the community are welcome to join the fun, bring their friends along to teach, or even become mentors to newer players in your community. Participation promo while supplies last. We will also raffle off other prizes.
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Friday, Sept 13, 6:00pm
at DIY Bar, 3522 N Vancouver Ave, Portland
Prepare to delve into a world where every stitch is a spell, and every tool a wand of creation. Unveil the secrets of enchanted hides and let thy imagination run wild. Join us in this extraordinary journey, and transform raw goods into magical masterpieces. Translation - Make crafts and drink! All projects from our menu will be available during this event.
Barbarella Bingo Hosted by Violet Hex
Friday, Sept 13, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at PAM CUT, Center for an Untold Tomorrow, 934 SW Salmon St, Portland
Hop on board the Alpha-7 and join us for a sexy space adventure bingo night with Violet Hex! In the 41st century, a space adventurer named Barbarella is tasked with finding and stopping the evil Durand-Durand. Along her quest to rescue a lost Earth scientist from strange adversaries, she encounters a variety of unusual people. Violet Hex is a maximalist drag starlet, DJ, cult cinema programmer, and a staple of Portland’s queer nightlife scene. Doors 6:30 p.m.; Event 7 p.m.
Friday, Sept 13, 7:00pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
Shakespeare meets Frankenstein in this amazing new unscripted show at Funhouse Lounge. We will improvise a brand new, never-before-imagined play in the style of Shakespeare, while also weaving in a classic movie monster of your suggestion.
Friday, Sept 13, 7:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
A widower takes an offer to screen girls at a special audition, arranged for him by a friend to find him a new wife. The one he fancies is not who she appears to be after all. Directed by Takashi Miike.
Flip Frenzy Pinball Tournament
Friday, Sept 13, 7:00pm
at Next Level Pinball Shop & Museum, 1458 NE 25th Ave, Hillsboro
Flip Frenzies are 2.5 hours of as much pinball as possible!
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Check in by 6:50pm to play!
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$20 entry to Next Level +$5 tourney buy in per person.
7:00pm
8:00pm
Friday, Sept 13
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
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Reservations required
Friday, Sept 13, 7:00pm
Walking pub tour of Portland's quirkiest neighborhood. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the city, including stories of UFO sightings, Bigfoot sightings, exploding whales, wacky bike rides, strange locals, hijackings, hipsters, artists, and more.
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Reservation required
Friday, Sept 13, 7:30pm
at Hillsboro Arts Regional Theater, 185 SE Washington St, Hillsboro
Set during the Civil War, The Amazing Séance Sisters follows the story of Jayne and Olivia, who turn to seances to make ends meet. As Maurice, a mysterious magician, helps them transform their home into a proper seance parlor, old memories and buried secrets resurface, threatening to tear the sisters apart.
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Purchase tickets now
Friday, Sept 13, 9:00pm
at Hawthorne Theater, 1507 SE 39th Ave, Portland
Female Prisoner Scorpion: Jailhouse 41
Friday, Sept 13, 10:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
The second film in the Female Prisoner Scorpion series—after spending a year in solitary confinement, Matsu escapes from prison with six more convicts, followed by the guards led by the vengeful warden who wants her dead at all costs.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH
Makerspace Drop-In for Adults
Saturday, Sept 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm
at Rockwood Library, 17917 SE Stark St, Portland
What will you create? Bring your ideas, inventions, and projects to share or to get help on. Space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. To attend this program, you need to have basic computer skills and know how to use a computer with a mouse. If you are new to computers, tech help resources are available at the library.
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Geek Week Game Forge, Play Group One
SATURDAY, SEPT 14, 10:30Am - 2:30pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
You are invited to be the first people to play 4 brand new board game designed in just 5 days by local game designers/enthusiests. You will be asked to play 4 new games then jot down your thoughts for our team to determine the favorite game of the batch. Those teams will receive prizes and epic bragging rights! ($15.00 per participant.) Think of this as a Speed Date where the game is your date. One hour on each game then move to the next. Then each player will score each game. There will be 8 pods of 4 players who will play one game per hour. Your pod will be randomly assigned to play 4 of the games created in 4 rounds.
Session One Schedule:
Round 1: 10:30am
Round 2: 11:30am
Round 3: 12:30pm
Round 4: 1:30pm
Be sure to indicate if you have a partner you are wanting to play with. Each of you will need to RSVP separately to hold your place for the event.
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Saturday, Sept 14, 11:00am - 5:00pm
at Crooked House, 1602 NE 40th Ave, Portland
Stop by Crooked House Books during Geek Week. They will temporarily turn into a science fiction & fantasy bookstore, and also display a collection of fan material centered around the very first World Science Fiction Convention.
Saturday, Sept 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
at Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland
Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.
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Saturday, Sept 14, 12:00pm
at Guardian Games, 345 SE Taylor St, Portland
Play as a Hero, choose a faction and lead your expeditions into the unknown in this innovative TCG set in a modern and colorful fantasy universe. Tickets required. Prizes.
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Mini Con Marketplace
Saturday, Sept 14, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
at Lloyd Center, 2201 Lloyd Center, Portland
There are so many things happening! Shop at the over 40 different small biz. Check out the Super Hero Coloring Station, the Nerdy Swap table, and the Board Game Library. Get a free Raffle ticket for every $10 you spend with one of the Marketplace vendors.
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Saturday, Sept 14, 12:30pm - 6:00pm
at Lloyd Center Ice Skating Rink, 953 Lloyd Center, Portland
Lloyd Center welcomes all the heroes, wizards, fairies and princesses to enjoy the frozen wonderland of their indoor Ice Rink. Get 50% off if you're in costume.
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Saturday, Sept 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
at Lloyd Center, 2201 Lloyd Center, Portland
Experience the world of Live Action Role Playing with this Family Friendly activity Sign up here
hosted by Imagination Adventures
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Saturday, Sept 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
at Gambits Games, 1220 Lloyd Center, Portland
hosted by Molly and Co.
Saturday, Sept 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
at Hollywood Library, 4040 NE Tillamook St, Portland
Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper who will help you find answers to questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
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Appointments are on a first come, first served basis.
Saturday, Sept 14, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
at Other Worlds Games & Comics, 6350 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland
FEATURED
Geek Week Game Forge, Play Group Two
SATURDAY, SEPT 14, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
You are invited to be the first people to play 4 brand new board game designed in just 5 days by local game designers/enthusiests.You will be asked to play 4 new games then jot down your thoughts for our team to determine the favorite game of the batch. Those teams will receive prizes and epic bragging rights! ($15.00 per participant.) Think of this as a Speed Date where the game is your date. One hour on each game then move to the next. Then each player will score each game. There will be 8 pods of 4 players who will play one game per hour. Your pod will be randomly assigned to play 4 of the games created in 4 rounds.
Session Two Schedule:
Round 5: 3:00pm
Round 6: 4:00pm
Round 7: 5:00pm
Round 8: 6:00pm
Be sure to indicate if you have a partner you are wanting to play with. Each of you will need to RSVP separately to hold your place for the event.
Goth Parenting: The Dark Joys of Raising Baby Bats
Saturday, Sept 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
at Books With Pictures, 1401 SE Division St, Portland
This event features author Casey Gilley and artist Robin Robinson, two of our favorite local creators! It’s looking like we’ll be doing some crafts and maybe a raffle as well, so I hope to see all you spooky families there. Bonus points for bringing the little ones in their best Lydia Deetz looks.
The Big Lebowski w/ Low Bar Chorale
Saturday, Sept 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
at PAM CUT, Center for an Untold Tomorrow, 934 SW Salmon St, Portland
The dude abides by this pre-movie group sing-along with Low Bar Chorale! This time they’ll be joined by their friends at School of Rock on stage. Film will follow the group karaoke session. Jeffrey ‘The Dude’ Lebowski, a Los Angeles slacker who only wants to bowl and drink White Russians, is mistaken for another Jeffrey Lebowski, a wheelchair-using millionaire, and finds himself dragged into a strange series of events involving nihilists, adult film producers, ferrets, errant toes, and large sums of money.
Everyone is welcome – all skill and confidence levels. Sing on, you crazy diamond! Doors 3:30 p.m.; Event at 4 p.m.
4:45pm
7:00pm
9:00pm
Saturday, Sept 14
at Raven’s Manor, 235 SW 1st Ave, Portland
You don't want to miss out on this fun and interactive mixology experience! Get a look into Dr. Raven's experiment journal and recreate some of his ghastly (and tasty) concoctions. The phantoms of the manor will help guide you through two elixirs of your choosing. This experience also includes a drink from Dr. Raven's special trophy case. Get 15% off your reservation with code ELIXIR15.
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Reservations required
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Saturday, Sept 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
at The Society Hotel, Rooftop bar, 203 NW 3rd Ave, Portland
Sashay in style to the Steampunk Soiree at the Society Hotel. Where history meets hi-tech, enjoy vintage cocktails and an extraordinary view from the Rooftop Bar. Show-off your classic cosplay and win awards including an exceptionally rare Society Hotel Bomber Jacket.
5:00pm
7:00pm
8:00pm
Saturday, Sept 14
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
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Reservations required
Saturday, Sept 14, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
at Embassy Suites, 319 Sw Pine St, Portland
At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
Saturday, Sept 14, 6:30pm
Walking pub tour of Portland's quirkiest neighborhood. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the city, including stories of UFO sightings, Bigfoot sightings, exploding whales, wacky bike rides, strange locals, hijackings, hipsters, artists, and more.
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Reservation required
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Saturday, Sept 14, 7:00pm
at Vault 31 Bar, 316 SE 123rd Ave D4, Vancouver, WA
Come relax, enjoy some good food, soft lighting, nerdy friends and excellent LoFi video game remixes hosted by DJ Switch PDX. They're back for more delicious LoFi and Jazz VGM covers for your ears, with some great surprises and give aways.
Saturday, Sept 14, 7:00pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
Shakespeare meets Frankenstein in this amazing new unscripted show at Funhouse Lounge. We will improvise a brand new, never-before-imagined play in the style of Shakespeare, while also weaving in a classic movie monster of your suggestion.
Clueless // 90s Day with Soundtrack Listening Session
Saturday, Sept 14, 7:00pm
at PAM CUT, Center for an Untold Tomorrow, 934 SW Salmon St, Portland
Live your best 1990s life with the underrated ’90s film Clueless. Get there early and dance to the fabulous soundtrack! Shallow, rich, and socially successful Cher is at the top of her Beverly Hills high school’s pecking order. Doors & soundtrack listening session at 6:30 p.m.; Film at 7 p.m.
Saturday, Sept 14, 7:30pm
at Hillsboro Arts Regional Theater, 185 SE Washington St, Hillsboro
Spooky Saturday - come dressed up, you may win a prize! Set during the Civil War, The Amazing Séance Sisters follows the story of Jayne and Olivia, who turn to seances to make ends meet. As Maurice, a mysterious magician, helps them transform their home into a proper seance parlor, old memories and buried secrets resurface, threatening to tear the sisters apart.
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Purchase tickets now
Saturday, Sept 14, SUNSET
at Rooster Rock State Park, Corbett, OR (Located 22 miles east of Portland on I-84 just east of Sandy River at exit 25)
and L.L. Stub Stewart State Park, Buxton, OR (Take US-26 West of Portland and turn right on OR-47)
Stargaze with fellow fans. Swap stargazing stories and scope out celestial sights with fellow astronomy lovers at this free event. Attendees can head to either Rooster Rock State Park or Stub Stewart State Park to participate, and astronomers of all skill levels are invited to join in on the fun (telescopes will be provided, but you're welcome to bring your own). This Saturday, the event will double as an autumn equinox celebration, so bring your pumpkin-spiced cheer. Parking is $5/vehicle. Warm clothing and a flashlight with red light are recommended. RCA volunteers will bring telescopes, though personal telescopes and binoculars are welcome.
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On the scheduled day of each OMSI Star Parties, it is suggested that interested visitors check back here for possible weather-related cancellations.
Rocky Horror Picture Show for Virgins
Saturday, Sept 14, 11:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
The Clinton Street Theater has been showing The Rocky Horror Picture Show weekly since 1978, making it one of the longest running movies in the world! Come dip into the shallow end of the pool at Rocky Horror for Virgins—our intimate, scaled-back screening of the ultimate cult movie.
This is the perfect way for anyone who’s never seen the film, or only seen it on TV, to try something new!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH
Tech Help Drop-in
Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper who will help you find answers to questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Sunday, Sept 15, 10:00am - 11:45am
at Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland
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Location: Upon entering the library turn left - Community Room 1B
Sunday, Sept 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
at Hollywood Library, 4040 NE Tillamook St, Portland
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Appointments are on a first come, first served basis.
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Geek Week Collector Swap
Sunday, Sept 15, 11:00am - 7:00pm
at Portland Pop Shop, 3337 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland
This will be our first Collector Swap at the new location. We now have a paved parking lot too! This swap will also be during PDX GEEK WEEK!!! Limited space available for 24 vendors and the list is filling up. We'll have a raffle, live DJ, food and more out in our parking lot! Want a FREE 10x10 space? Email: portlandpoptrain@gmail.com for details.
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Mini Con Marketplace
Sunday, Sept 15, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
at Lloyd Center, 2201 Lloyd Center, Portland
There are so many things happening! Shop at the over 40 different small biz. Check out the Super Hero Coloring Station, the Nerdy Swap table, and the Board Game Library. Take your kids pic with the giant dragon created by one of our artists featured at the Con. Get a free Raffle ticket for every $10 you spend with one of the Marketplace vendors.
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Sunday, Sept 15, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
at Lloyd Center Ice Skating Rink, 953 Lloyd Center, Portland
Lloyd Center welcomes all the heroes, wizards, fairies and princesses to enjoy the frozen wonderland of their indoor Ice Rink. Get 50% off if you're in costume.
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Sunday, Sept 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
at Gambits Games, 1220 Lloyd Center, Portland
hosted by Antonio
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Sunday, Sept 15, 2:00pm - 9:00pm
at Portland Wine Company, 3201 SE 50th Ave, Portland
Whether you’re channeling your favorite superhero, sci-fi icon, or fantasy legend, this is your chance to shine. Show up in costume, belt out your favorite tunes, and you might just snag a prize! Oh, and did we mention? All bottles under $45 are $10 off in the tasting room for the night—no corkage fee!
Sunday, Sept 15, 2:00pm
at Hillsboro Arts Regional Theater, 185 SE Washington St, Hillsboro
Writer & Director Q&A post show. Set during the Civil War, The Amazing Séance Sisters follows the story of Jayne and Olivia, who turn to seances to make ends meet. As Maurice, a mysterious magician, helps them transform their home into a proper seance parlor, old memories and buried secrets resurface, threatening to tear the sisters apart.
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Purchase tickets now
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Sunday, Sept 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
at Geek Week Mini Con Conference Rm
hosted by Coda
4:45pm
7:00pm
9:00pm
Sunday, Sept 15
at Raven’s Manor, 235 SW 1st Ave, Portland
You don't want to miss out on this fun and interactive mixology experience! Get a look into Dr. Raven's experiment journal and recreate some of his ghastly (and tasty) concoctions. The phantoms of the manor will help guide you through two elixirs of your choosing. This experience also includes a drink from Dr. Raven's special trophy case. Get 15% off your reservation with code ELIXIR15.
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Reservations required
Sunday, Sept 15, 5:00pm
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
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Reservations required
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Killer Queen Competitive Clash Tournament
Sunday, Sept 15, 5:00pm-10:00pm
at Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland
Join us for Portland’s Competitive Clash (CC) Tournament! Let’s play some competitive bee game together and have some fun.
Learn more here.
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free agent and team sign ups start at 4pm.
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No cover
Sunday, Sept 15, 5:00pm
Walking pub tour of Portland's quirkiest neighborhood. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the city, including stories of UFO sightings, Bigfoot sightings, exploding whales, wacky bike rides, strange locals, hijackings, hipsters, artists, and more.
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Reservation required
Sunday, Sept 15, 6:00pm - 11:00pm
at Church Bar, 2600 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Party every Sunday nite!
Sunday, Sept 15, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
at The Back Door Theater, 4319 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland
In this live Dungeons & Dragons show, comedians and performers take to the stage to play some theater games, share some jokes, and play some D&D.
Sunday, Sept 15, 7:30pm - 12:00am
at Arcade 2084, 248 E Main St, Hillsboro
Happy Hour all night with 80's Karaoke! Party starts at 7:30p goes on ‘til midnight