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• One Page Wednesday | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 7-9 p.m. | Literary Arts, 925 SW Washington St., Portland | Free | Listen to writers share one page of a work-in-progress, or sign up to read your own.

• Portland Opera a la Carte: “Romeo & Juliet” | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 7-8:15 p.m. | Walters Cultural Arts Center, 527 E. Main St., Hillsboro | Free | In honor of Shakespeare’s “First Folio,” the Portland Opera presents a unique hybrid performance of the famous tragedy featuring the Bard’s words and music from Gounod’s opera.
• An Evening with Ann Patchett | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave., Portland | $30-$85 | Hear the bestselling author talk about her new novel, “Tom Lake,” followed by a shared conversation with author Cheryl Strayed.*

• Dueling Piano Show Bar | Friday, Sept. 8 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Barrel Room, 31 NW First Ave., Portland | Free | Audience participation, singing, dancing, and cheering set the stage for this showdown of grand (piano) proportions.

• Oktoberfest at the German Haus | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 1-9 p.m. | German American Society, 5626 NE Alameda St., Portland | $7-$20 | Immerse yourself in the traditions and atmosphere of a time-honored German celebration, complete with food, games, lively music, and plenty of bier.

• Conscious Coffee Fest | Sunday, Sept. 10 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Buckman Coffee Factory, 1105 SE Main St., Portland | $25-$30 | Try tastings from six local coffee roasters, attend educational discussions with industry specialists about zero-waste efforts, and learn about reusable cup network, OKAPI.

• A wildfire burning near Portland’s primary water source had grown to about 1,900 acres and was 16% contained as of Tuesday morning. The US Forest Service said rain on Monday slowed the Camp Creek Fire’s growth, but drier, warm conditions in the coming days could fan the flames.

• Hidden Creek Park in Hillsboro recently underwent a makeover — one that includes an Instagrammable showstopper. The inclusive park’s reimagined jungle gym includes a giant sculpture of a monkey for kids to clamber over (and into), along with sand and water play spaces, an obstacle course, pickleball courts, and more. (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)

• Cherished children’s book author Beverly Cleary was just a third grader living in Portland in 1923, but where she attended school that year is a mystery. Now, a clue has been unearthed: a second and third grade roster found in a time capsule at Roseway Heights Middle School includes the name “Beverly.” (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)

• The Ukranian Festival at St. John Ukrainian Orthodox Church returns to the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood this Saturday, Sept. 9, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Visitors can expect music, dancing, and handmade food like perogies and kebabs. Part of the proceeds will be donated to relief efforts in Ukraine. (KOIN)

• Try new pinot noir and chardonnay wines from Red Electric this Friday, Sept. 8, 4-9 p.m., at the GC Wines tasting room at 3450 N. Williams Ave. Red Electric uses estate grapes from Amstrong Vineyard in the Ribbon Ridge AVA. Tastings are $20.

• See garments and textiles dating from the mid-20th century to modern times at “Africa Fashion” — a first-of-its-kind exhibit heading to the Portland Art Museum. More than 50 outfits created by dozens of designers from around the world will be on display, along with photographs and magazines, Nov. 18-Feb. 18.

• Zach Bryan is bringing “The Quittin Time Tour” to the Moda Center for two nights in late November. Tickets start at $54 and go on sale at noon on Friday, Sept. 8. The 27-year-old “Something in the Orange” singer just released his fourth full-length studio album.

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• Before you start cheering for your favorite team, make sure you have the perfect game day gear. From sunglasses to earrings, shop Six & Main’s tailgate collection.

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• The internet’s favorite tumbler — the 40-oz. Stanley Quencher — is in stock in cute colors like pool, jade, and orchid.

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• It doesn’t get more luxurious than the Drowsy sleep mask, which is silky smooth on skin and completely light-blocking for the deepest sleep.