• Bloom | Wednesday, May 31 | 7-9 p.m. | Norse Hall, 111 NE 11th Ave., Portland | $15-$20 | Bring your dancing shoes to this evening of movement with music by Anna Dale.

• First Thursday: Portland Modern Quilt Guild’s Rainbow Quilt Show | Thursday, Jun. 1 | 6:30 p.m. | Powell’s City of Books, 1005 W. Burnside St., Portland | Free | Be dazzled by the colorful creations stitched by local quilters with the Portland Modern Quilt Guild.

• The Bigfoot Regional Poetry Slam | Friday, Jun. 2 | 5 + 7 p.m. | Powell’s City of Books, 1005 W. Burnside St., Portland | Free | Watch as several teams of PNW poets compete in a battle of words — and perhaps help crown a winner.
• “Spring Revels 2023: Rancho Trinidad” | Friday, June 2-Sunday, June 4 | Times vary | Brunish Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway, Portland | $5-$38 | Experience a story rooted in Latinx culture and tradition about community, storytelling, love, and legacy.

• Spring Food Cart Fest | Saturday, Jun. 3 | 12:30 p.m. | Cartside Food Carts, 1825 N. Williams Ave., Portland | Free | Celebrate the grand opening of Mac Shak and NW Sushi with live music, special discounts, and the chance to win free swag.
• MANÁ: México Lindo y Querido | Saturday, Jun. 3 | 8 p.m. | Moda Center, 1 N. Center Court St., Portland | $45-$325 | See the Mexican pop-rock band that’s cranked out more than 50 global hits.

• Ryan Crouser has done it again. The Sam Barlow High School graduate broke his own world record in the men’s shot put with a 23.56-meter throw last weekend at the USA Track & Field Los Angeles Grand Prix. He now holds the four longest throws on record. (ESPN + KGW)

• PBOT is offering Transportation Wallets to encourage Portlanders to walk, bike, roll, and take public transit with bundled discounts on various modes of transportation. Sign up online for this year’s program, which includes a TriMet Hop card, an annual Portland Streetcar Pass, and credits for Biketown, e-scooters, and the Free2Move car-share.

• Portland Rose Festival organizers are in desperate need of volunteers to help with the upcoming parades, or the events won’t meet the city’s permit requirements. The Starlight Parade this Friday, June 3, is especially hard-pressed — organizers are looking for 10-12 more people to donate their time. (KOIN)

• Juneteenth Oregon’s annual parade and festival return Saturday, June 17 and Sunday, June 18, to North Portland’s Lillis-Albina Park. The event — commemorating the announcement of the abolition of slavery on June 19, 1865 — includes live music, art, food, and educational booths. Register for the parade by calling (503) 267-4686. (Willamette Week)

• The Montavilla Jazz Festival will mark its 10th anniversary at the end of the summer with performances by world-renowned local artists like drummer Alan Jones. Two concerts will be held at the Alberta Rose Theatre, three at The 1905, and two free outdoor sessions at Mt. Tabor Park, Sept. 1-3. (Willamette Week)

• Celebrity chefs and pitmasters will crank up the heat next week at the ilani BBQ Fest. Sample and savor barbecue favorites and drink specials while enjoying live entertainment — and rubbing elbows with names like Michael Symon, Rocco DiSpirito, and Christina Fitzgerald. Tickets start at $44.

• Portal Adventures recently opened a new location in Beaverton. The escape room business offers two themed adventures — like the “Tomb of the Gods” room inspired by “Indiana Jones” — with a third coming soon. The spot also offers something unique among escape rooms: a restaurant and cocktail bar. (KOIN)

• Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Unlock your home equity.*

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