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Readings: Unpublished Manuscripts

Rose City Book Pub 1329 NE Fremont, Portland, OR, United States

In preparation and anticipation of National Unpublished Manuscripts Day, we’re hosting readings from authors who are either entirely unpublished through traditional channels or who have manuscripts that have been submitted to and rejected by traditional channels. At Rose City Book Pub, we are gate openers, not gate keepers. Please also join us at the Clark County Historical Museum and the Brautigan Library of Unpublished Manuscripts on Saturday, January 25th between 11 am and 4 pm for the main event. The Book Pub has partnered with the museum and the library to provide a series of speakers on different ways of being published in the modern world, writing workshops, and other readerly and writerly activiites.

Free

Wizard World Portland

Oregon Convention Center 777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Portland, OR, United States

Join tens of thousands of fans as they converge at Wizard World Portland to celebrate the best in pop culture. Wizard World Portland brought to you by the group who produces the most widely attended pop culture tour and has it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, Original Art, Collectibles & More! SHOW HOURS Friday, January 24, 2020 - 4:00pm – 9:00pm Saturday, January 25, 2020 - 10:00am – 7:00pm Sunday, January 26, 2020 - 10:00am – 4:00pm ADMISSION DETAILS • All Admissions gain entry to Wizard World Portland 2020. • Important: Bring your printed e-Admissions to the event to gain admittance. • Up to 2 Children 10 and under get in FREE when accompanied by a paid adult • Admission will not be refunded. •…

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$29.99 – $149.99

Daniel J. Levitin

Powell's Books at Cedar Hills Crossing 3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd, Beaverton, OR, United States

Daniel J. Levitin, author of This Is Your Brain on Music and The Organized Mind, turns his keen mind to what happens in our brains as we age, why we should think about health span, not life span, and what you can do to make the most of your 70s, 80s, and 90s today. Successful Aging (Dutton) uses research from developmental neuroscience and psychology to show that 60+ years is a unique developmental stage that has its own demands and advantages. Levitin takes a scientific approach to what we all can learn from those who age joyously, as well as how to adapt our culture to take full advantage of older people’s wisdom and experience.

Free

Chani Nicholas in Conversation With Cheryl Strayed

Powell's City of Books 1005 W Burnside Street, Portland, OR, United States

Modern astrology isn’t about passively accepting our fate, it’s about action, and beloved astrologer Chani Nicholas shows you how to bring this life-changing practice into your life and embrace self-empowerment, intentionality, and spirituality. Nicholas encourages her devotees to take control – to confront themselves, their desires, and their needs – to fulfill their potential using the power of the stars. Written in her lyrical, cool-girl, feminist style, You Were Born for This (HarperOne) explains how knowing your star signs and what they mean for your individual character can be revelatory. Nicholas will be joined in conversation by Cheryl Strayed, author of Wild and Brave Enough.

Free

Submission Deadline: HOCUS Reading: Familiars

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

HOCUS accepts submissions for their quarterly readings. Their upcoming deadline is January 25th, and they're accepting prose and poetry of up to two thousand words on the theme "Familiars." Submissions can be sent through their online form here. HOCUS (Hermetic Order of Clandestine Urban Scribes) is a literary reading masquerading as a secret society, with quarterly readings held at Rose City Coffee Co. in the South East Brooklyn Park area.

Free

Publishing Paths: Where to Start and How to Finish

Two Rivers Bookstore 8836 N Lombard Street, Portland, OR, United States

Learn the in's and out's of the many possible paths to publishing so that you can choose the best one for your work. Today's publishing industry offers numerous paths for authors to see their books published. If you're curious about the differences between traditional publishers, hybrid presses, and independent publishing, this class is for you. We'll discuss the ins and outs of each publishing path and help you determine which is the best fit for your project and background. We'll also spend ample time delving into what you need to know and what you need to do to pursue the publishing path that's best for you. You'll leave with a practical plan—and new friends in the industry. Ali Shaw is the founder and executive editor…

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$300

Risograph Basics at Outlet!

Outlet 2500 Northeast Sandy Boulevard, Portland, OR, United States

Welcome to the Risograph Basics, Collage Experimentation and Mark Making Extravaganza! Come and get to know Outlet's Barbara the Risograph and her sisters Lil' Tina, Corita, and Janet!  About the Workshop: Want to learn what Risograph printing is? Want to meet others who do too? Come and learn all about the basics of the Risograph in our two-color introduction workshop. The workshop will kick off with a Show & Tell of exactly what a Risograph can do with a printing demo, print and zine samples and a general exploration of how we can get the best results from this amazing printing machine. Participants will take home and edition of 2-color 8.5x11 prints of your own design plus one print from all of the workshop participants (your own…

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$60 – $75

Intro to Letterpress: Two Day Workshop

IPRC (Independent Publishing Resource Center) 318 SE Main Street #175, Portland, OR, United States

Day 1: Typesetting Essentials Day 2: Printing Essentials Learn to set moveable type and print on table top and poster presses in the IPRC print shop. You’ll learn the vocabulary of printing and typesetting while getting a feel for this beautiful and historic process. Gain access to IPRCs collection of over 150 fonts of lead and wood type. Leave the class with a printed card and the satisfaction that comes with using 100 year old equipment! Successful completion of this 1 day class grants IPRC Studio Members access to open studio print hours so you can keep on printing. Nonmembers and Basic Members receive one trial month of Studio Membership after completion of the course. 2 Day Workshop Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 2…

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$150 – $250

*Advanced* 4 Color Process for Riso Workshop

Outlet 2500 Northeast Sandy Boulevard, Portland, OR, United States

About the Workshop: Learn how to turn full color images into beautiful four color riso prints! In this workshop we will explore the history of four color printing and use of halftones in printmaking. We will walk through the process of setting up a full color image to print on the riso as a four color CMYK process print. The process of setting up these kinds of files can be confusing and frustrating, but we will have fun learning the how and why of four color printing. In the end you’ll walk away with a gorgeous print edition and a step by step guide to reference for future four color prints. We will be making an edition of four color prints, using the combination of…

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$95 – $110

LOOP

The Corporeal Writing Center 510 SW 3rd Ave #101, Portland, OR, United States

Join us Saturday, January 25th for the fourth dose of literary salve in the form of a reading. .:LOOP:. is a quarterly reading series created and produced by our bad ass Corporeal Captain, and center manager, Domi Shoemaker. Corporeal Writing Center 510 SW 3rd Avenue, suite 101 Portland, Or. 97204 5-8pm And the lineup is: Daniel Elder Alex Behr Michelle Goodman Evan Knapp Signe Land Juliana O'C Sage Schick Lidia Yuknavitch

Free
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