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The Poisoner’s Handbook

Books Around the Corner 40 NW 2nd Street, Gresham, OR, United States

Alright folk's time to pick up a copy of The Poisoner's Handbook from your local book store, or download your audiobook. Let's dive into the early age of forensic medicine together and learn about some twisted murders by poison. *Cough *Cough, we all know we are talking about lady killers. Jk, I don't know, but let's find out together. Books Around the Corner has graciously offered to host us in their cozy space. If you don't already have the book, feel free to drop by and pick it up, or you can even order it and have it shipped direct to your house for just 3 bucks! Looking forward to this read and meeting more local murderinos! SSGDM ya'll.

Free

Portland State Faculty Author Exhibition

Miller Library 1875 SW Park Avenue, Portland, OR, United States

Join us as we highlight three PSU faculty authors who published books in 2018. Leni Zumas is an Associate Professor and Director of the Creative Writing program in PSU’s College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. Zumas is the author of the critically acclaimed novel Red Clocks, recognized by The Washington Post as one of the 50 most notable works of fiction in 2018. Billie Sandberg is an Associate Professor of Public Administration in PSU’s College of Urban and Public Affairs. Sandberg co-authored Reframing Nonprofit Organizations: Democracy, Inclusion, and Social Change. Mitchell Cruzan is a Professor of Biology in PSU’s College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. Cruzan is the author of Evolutionary Biology: A Plant Perspective. Food and beverages will be provided. Open to the public.…

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Free

Grief Rites Readers Series – May 6

American Legion Post 134 2104 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR, United States

A monthly storytelling showcase about grief, loss and love. Gather in community with others who share grief in all forms and manifestations. Come ready to cry, laugh, listen and hold space for yourself and others. *Trigger warning, because Grief. Content not edited for language or topic. Mature audience. *Venue is accessible; gender-neutral restrooms on premises Readings begin promptly at 7pm. Come early, grab a drink (full bar) and find your seat. Please consider bringing canned goods or cold weather clothing/blankets to donate to the Post 134 food & clothing pantry, which serves local veterans, houseless and anyone in need. ***This month's event will include an open mic, in addition to our curated readers. If you have words to share about your grief, we welcome you.***…

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Free

The Moth: StorySLAM: Mama Rules

The Secret Society 116 NE Russell St, Portland, OR, United States

MAMA RULES: Prepare a five-minute story involving a mother or mothering! Your womb of origin or the person who raised you. Mother love: making it all better or setting you straight. Maternal instincts and mother-powered superhuman acts. (Lifting a car, anyone?) Mama's boys, Mommy Dearest and Mr. Mom also welcome. Becoming a mother, finding a mother, or finally recognizing the wisdom of the one you got. (Please be sure that you bring a story about a mother, not an homage.) This venue is 21+. *Tickets for this event are available one week before the show, at 12pm PT / 3pm ET. *Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show. Admission is…

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For Colored Folks

Ruby Receptionists 805 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

WHAT IT IS: A book club geared to cultivating joy and empowerment for people of color. The book lists will include non-fiction written by POCs and some fiction as well. Donations are not required to attend, but if you'd like to donate to contribute to snacks and beverages that we bring feel free to Cash app me at $BriaunaMcKizzie or venmo me at brigirl ABOUT THE SPACE: The meetings will be held at my job, Ruby Receptionists, which is located on the 9th floor of the Fox Tower. Free parking on the street after 7:00 PM. It's also located like 5-7 minutes from the max. Carpooling would be great, too. I live on the west side and would be happy to have other West siders…

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Free

Find Your Golden Thread: A Writing Workshop with Madeleine Eno

Sou'wester Lodge 3728 J Place, Seaview, WA, United States

Spring/Summer 2019 Workshop Series Find Your Golden Thread: A Writing Workshop with Madeleine Eno There’s a lot of talk these days about writing your story. And some think that means starting with your great-great grandmother and ending with what you had for breakfast this morning. So, writing becomes something daunting, dusty and overwhelming—and ripe for comparison with other more funny, interesting, adventurous people. What would happen, though, if you started to think of your “stories,” instead of your “story”? When you know your Golden Thread, you can scan back through your life and pull from your own storytelling archives, so you have a bottomless well of material. In this workshop, you’ll learn to polish your storytelling lens—what I call your “golden thread”—that unique and quirky…

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$30

Pop-Up Magazine – Spring Issue 2019

Revolution Hall 1300 SE Stark St, Portland, OR, United States

A night of true stories, documentary films, photography, and radio from some of our favorite writers, performers, and musicians. Unrecorded, live onstage. Pop-Up Magazine is a live magazine, created for a stage, a screen, and a live audience. Each evening is unique, but here are a few things to look forward to: Some of the country’s most interesting writers, filmmakers, photographers, radio producers, and illustrators share new, true stories onstage. Stories come to life on a giant screen filled with photographs, films, illustrations, and animations. Story soundtracks are composed and performed live onstage by Magik*Magik Orchestra. Curious, creative people come to see old friends and meet new ones. Venues like BAM Howard Gilman Opera House in New York, Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco, and The…

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$29

Pop-Up Magazine – Spring Issue 2019

Revolution Hall 1300 SE Stark St, Portland, OR, United States

A night of true stories, documentary films, photography, and radio from some of our favorite writers, performers, and musicians. Unrecorded, live onstage. Pop-Up Magazine is a live magazine, created for a stage, a screen, and a live audience. Each evening is unique, but here are a few things to look forward to: Some of the country’s most interesting writers, filmmakers, photographers, radio producers, and illustrators share new, true stories onstage. Stories come to life on a giant screen filled with photographs, films, illustrations, and animations. Story soundtracks are composed and performed live onstage by Magik*Magik Orchestra. Curious, creative people come to see old friends and meet new ones. Venues like BAM Howard Gilman Opera House in New York, Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco, and The…

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$29

The Blackonteurs

Deep End Theater 211 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

The Blackonteurs are back at The Deep End Theater! ​Named one of “Six New Projects Shaking Up Portland’s Arts Scene” by Portland Monthly, The Blackonteurs is Portland’s own storytelling show that features all black and African-American performers sharing their stories of triumph, struggle and laughter. On Thursday, May 16th at 7:30pm, join us for performances by: - Jerry Bell, Jr! - Courtenay Collins! - Thomas Malcolm Cook! - Laquida Landford! - Jewel Williams! And hosted by the forever-effervescent Leann Johnson, recently voted Best Host of the 3rd Annual NW Black Comedy Festival!

$12

The PRIDE Show

Magenta Theater 1108 Main St, Vancouver, WA, United States

Pride is coming a month early! For our two-year anniversary show, we're bringing you an incredible lineup. Our storytellers include Nastashia Minto (who will be doing a book signing), Marli Williams, Flint, Blu Kody Christensen, and we're bringing back the hilarious Deb Wheelbarger (from our JOY show). We'll have prizes, treats, and a special announcement. Thank you for two incredible years of courage, community, and hope! Tickets Here

$15
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