There are plenty of reasons to plan a week four getaway trip to Portland. Sean Kent, a renowned stand-up comedian and television star is headlining three nights in a row at Harvey’s Comedy Club downtown. On Jan. 30, a 5k run in downtown Portland is dedicated to having the best “Worst Day of the Year” with silly costumes and even more fun activities to follow. The run encourages Portlanders to embrace the crappy January weather while donating proceeds to a nonprofit that provides clothes and food to those in need.
For those staying in Eugene, you also have a chance to donate to a great cause with Claim 52 Brewery’s collaboration with Greenhill Humane Society on Jan 31. If you’re panicked about internship season, stop by Lillis on Feb. 3 for a motivating start to your week. Lillis will be hosting an interview and networking workshop and panel to help you grasp your dream job.
EUGENE:
Jan. 27 – Interview and networking workshop and panel (Lillis Room 240), 5 p.m. It’s internship season, and instead of stressing about it – do something productive! This workshop is meant to help you prepare yourself for tough interview questions and other tools to help you get a job.
Jan. 30 Nordic film series – Mind the Gap (Lawrence Hall 177), 7 p.m. This annual 10-week long series continues with contemporary pieces from countries across Europe, including Norway, Denmark and Sweden.
Jan. 30, 31 – Hockey vs. Washington State (Lane Event Center), free for students. Watch the Ducks take on the Cougars in the last games before the Pac-12 Playoffs.
Jan. 30 – Particle with Hamilton Beach (WOW Hall), 8 p.m., $15. Described as ‘livetronica,’ this artist combines the sounds of Electronic music with Funk and Rock. The artists are known to improvise and come up with new and exploratory music.
Jan. 31 – Best Buddy Benefit for Greenhill Humane Society (Claim 52 Brewery in Eugene), 3-8 p.m. Claim 52 is hosting its first ever ‘Best Buddy Benefit’ to raise money for a great cause and to celebrate its new brew (which happens to be named after its “brew-master’s” first dog!) One dollar of every Angus Imperial Stout will benefit the shelters.
PORTLAND:
Jan. 27 Open mic night at Helium Comedy Club (1510 SE 9th Ave.). It’s free to get in with a two drink minimum, with lots of food specials! Sign up to be on stage from 6-7 p.m., or simply kick back and watch the show.
Jan. 28 Sex and the City trivia night at Foggy Notion (3416 North Lombard St.), 8 p.m. An entire night in honor of the four women who seem to never leave our televisions. It’s free and prizes will be awarded!
Jan. 29-31 Sean Kent at Harvey’s Comedy Club (436 NW 6th Ave.), starting at $15. The “critically acclaimed” standup comedian and star of the new A&E show Modern Dads will take on Portland with jokes that center around socio-political issues, so prepare for a strong personality.
Jan. 30 The Oregon Symphony performs Star Trek (Arlene Schnitzer Hall), 7:30 p.m., $35-125. Hear the beautiful orchestra perform the score live to the full-length film, Star Trek.
Jan. 31 Worst Day of the Year Run (2126 SW Halsey St.), 10 a.m., $35 advanced, $40 day of. Embrace the crappy weather of Portland on what is expected to be a cold, rainy, grey day, but nonetheless full of happiness. Everyone dresses in the most ridiculous costumes that they can find and run 5k to benefit the Portland Police Bureau’s nonprofit, Sunshine Division. Beer gardens, food, hot cocoa and a post-event party included.