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Tender Table Fundraiser: Stories, Food, + Music

Chapel Hill 4380 SE Hawthorne, Portland, OR, United States

Tender Table seeks out stories from women (trans or cis) and nonbinary folks who identify as black, indigenous, or people of color about traditions around food, the restaurant industry, food’s impact on the body and body image, and everything in between our sweet, savory, sour, bitter relationships to food. This special edition of Tender Table will raise funds to support future presenters in 2019. Those attending the Stories + Food portion will be asked to donate $15 which will cover admission for the entire evening; if attending the music portion only it will be $10. If you can't make it but want to donate, we accept donations via Venmo (@tendertablepdx). Stories + Food will begin promptly at 7pm ** Limited ticketing, RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tender-table-fundraiser-tickets-52963161241 **…

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$10 – $15

Tender Table: Marlow Jay, Mia Reiko Braverman, Sahar Yarjani

Nelson Cash 4243 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR, United States

Tender Table seeks out stories from women, trans men, and nonbinary folks who are black, indigenous, or people of color about traditions around food, the restaurant industry, food’s impact on the body and body image, and everything in between our sweet, savory, sour, bitter relationships to food. Please join us for stories and food by: -Marlow Jay -Mia Reiko Braverman -Sahar Yarjani Muranovic A $10-15 donation is suggested, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. If you can't make it but want to donate, we accept donations via Venmo (@tendertablepdx). Nelson Cash has graciously agreed to host us; the space is located right next to Never Coffee on Belmont street.

$10 – $15

Tender Table: Jewels, Leo Ariel, Janessa Bautista

Art Haus 8155 NE Oregon St, Portland, OR, United States

Tender Table seeks out stories from women, trans men, and non-binary folks who are black, indigenous, or people of color about traditions around food, the restaurant industry, food’s impact on the body and body image, and everything in between our sweet, savory, sour, bitter relationships to food. February 24 marks Tender Table’s 2 year anniversary! Please join us for stories and food by: -Jewels -Leo Ariel -Janessa Bautista A $10-15 donation is suggested, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. This is not a ticketed event; all are welcome. If you can't make it but want to donate, we accept donations via Venmo (@tendertablepdx). Funds raised are given directly to presenters. The De-Cannon Library at Milepost 5 has graciously agreed to…

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$10 – $15

Tender Table: Food & Storytelling by Diana Khoi Nguyen, Ashley Toliver, & Amy Lam

Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA) 511 Northwest Broadway St, Portland, OR, United States

Tender Table is a storytelling platform for women, trans men, and nonbinary folks who are black, indigenous, or people of color. We seek out narratives about the sweet, savory, sour, and bitter relationships to food and its connections to identity, memory, and community. At Tender Table, all are welcome—expect to be immersed in stories, and sample delicious food prepared by the speakers. Diana Khoi Nguyen is the author of Ghost Of (Omnidawn). Ashley Toliver is the author of Spectra (Coffee House Press). Amy Lam is the John & Renee Grisham fellow at the University of Mississippi. Contact: Stacey Tran

$10 – $15

DWP 2019: Tender Table: Stories about food, family, identity

The Eleanor 1605 NW Everett St, Portland, OR, United States

Tender Table is a storytelling platform for women, trans men and nonbinary folks who are black, indigenous, or people of color. Tender Table seeks out narratives about our sweet, savory, sour, and bitter relationships to food and its connections to identity, memory, and community. Local Chefs Kusuma Rao of Ruchikala, Arlyn Frank of Platano Rising, and Dashia Fontleroy of Blackstreet Bakery will be sharing stories and food with us for this special edition of Tender Table curated for Design Week. **All ticket sales will go directly towards paying presenters** Through food, we connect with our culture, and at times it is through food that we share our culture with others. At Tender Table, all are welcome — expect to be immersed in stories, and sample…

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$25

Do Right Sunday – A Benefit & Hang for Tender Table

Dig A Pony 736 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Every last Sunday of the month we partner with a different local nonprofit or community organization to highlight the work they're doing in Portland and contribute 10% of daily sales to the group. It's a simple way for us to do right in the city we love. This months Do Right Sunday will be held May 26 and funds will go to Tender Table. Tender Table is a storytelling platform for women, trans and non-binary folks who are black, indigenous, or people of color. It seeks out narratives about our sweet, savory, sour, and bitter relationships to food and its connections to identity, memory, and community. The night is always free to attend and is anchored by DJs, Shi Shi & Black Daria of XRAY.FM's…

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