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Monday, April 23
Ken Jennings
Jeopardy! genius Ken Jennings has written a book—who knows why, because the guy is mega rich from winning game shows, but probably his brain would explode if he didn't put it to use. The book is about "geogeeks"—so, map nerds—and why maps are awesome. Even if you don't agree, this reading will almost certainly be great, because it's Ken freaking Jennings. Powell's Books at Cedar Hills Crossing, 3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd. 7 pm. Free.
Wednesday, April 25
OMSI After Dark: Let's Talk About Sex
This month's adults only night at OMSI is all about the science of sex. Hottt. There will also be belly dancing, sex trivia and... a Lego tournament. Hey, whatever does it for you. OMSI, 1945 SE Water Ave. 6 pm. $6.00 members, $12.00 non-members, free for OMSI After Dark members. 21+.
Thursday, April 26
Benjamin Marra Book Release
New York-based comic artist Benjamin Marra visits Portland to release two new publications: Lincoln Washington Free Man, set in the post Civil War south, and Benjamin Marra's American Psycho, featuring artwork inspired by, yes, American Psycho. Marra will sign these things for you. Floating World Comics, 400 NW Couch St. 6 pm. Free.
Comics Underground
The Jack London Bar's reading series, in which comic creators read from their own work. This month, it's: writer and artist Michael Allred (Madman, The Atomics, Red Rocket 7), writer Jen Van Meter (Hopeless Savages), writer and artist Jonathan Case (Green River Killer), and writer Joe Keatinge (Glory and Hell Yeah). Jack London Bar, 529 SW 4th Ave. 8 pm. Free. 21+.
No Pun Intendo
Stand-up comedy + video games. This month: Jeff Oliver, Jon Washington, Tynan Delong, Christian Ricketts, Gabe Dinger and Anthony Lopez. Ground Kontrol, 511 NW Couch St. 9 pm. $3. 21+.
Friday, April 27
Trackers PDXâan organization dedicated to teaching Portlanders the vital skills they will need when doomsday comesâthrows a potluck and skill-share on the final Friday of every month. This month's theme is apparently inspired by Game of Thrones. So you'll be slaughtering babies and having lots of sex. I kid, I kid. More like foam sword fighting and archery. Trackers Earth Portland, 5040 SE Milwaukie Ave. 6:30 pm. Free.
Drink and Draw with Peter Bagge
Kick off Stumptown Comics Fest by drinking and drawing with cartoonist Peter Bagge (Hate, Neat Stuff, Apocalypse Nerd). He'll be signing copies of his new series, Reset, and art supplies, food and booze will be supplied. Bridge City Comics, 3725 N. Mississippi Ave. 7 pm.
It's that time of year again. Workshops, special guests, exhibitors, gallery tours and other comics-related events will ensue. Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE MLK Blvd. Saturday 10 am-6 pm, Sunday midday-6 pm. Two-day adults $12, students $10, one-day adults $7, students $5. Tickets here.
Comic-book themed burlesque? But of course. Bossanova Ballroom, 722 East Burnside. 7:30 pm. $12 advance, $15 at door.
WWeek 2015