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Billie Lee Uses Comedy to Find Common Ground
But she’s not afraid to get dirty along the way.
Get Your Reps In: See ‘A Woman Under the Influence’ at the Academy
Gena Rowlands’ searing turn in the 1974 is one of the most influential screen performances of all time.
Shows of the Week: Danny Brown Brings Candy-Flavored Hyperpop to the Crystal
Danny Brown, Marisa Anderson and Tommy Guerrero take the stage this week in Portland.
Phosphene’s New Album ‘Velveteen’ Celebrates Elegance and Durability
An atmosphere of anger and despair colors both the sound and tone of the record.
Pretend You’re in Paris in the Parking Lot of Oscar Food & Wine
Oscar’s menu is decidedly fish-heavy, but the veggies hold their own, too.
Gresham’s New East County Library Branch Opens to Massive Crowds
The new building is the latest in a string of projects funded by the 2020 library bond.
Hear the Delines’ Soundtrack to Willy Vlautin’s New Novel at the Mission
The soundtrack to “The Left and the Lucky” isn’t available stateside yet—but you can hear it live May 21.
By Jason Cohen
What to Do in Portland, (May 20–26, 2026)
Hit the Void Tattoo Fest, hear a lunchtime concert or check out the Multnomah County Fair this week in Portland.
Explore the Specialty Markets of North and Northeast Portland
While the pandemic ripped some stellar businesses from Portland’s hands, it also somehow gave us a few good surprises, like Montelupo Market.
By Robin Bacior and WW Staff
Always Here Books Starts Letter Campaign Against AI in Bookstores
The owner of the queer bookstore on North Williams has gotten more than 30 signatures.
