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Pam Grossman

It was feminism that led her to witchcraft

‘Waking the Witch’ author Pam Grossman says her activism and her magic are intertwined
By
Casey Miller
September 20, 2019
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Aleen sitting in a chair that says "director" on the back

Healing takes center stage for young refugees

The youths see their writing come to life in the theater as part of Project Untangled, a program that helps them with their trauma
By
Casey Miller
August 23, 2019
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J Mase III

J Mase III lives life out loud

The trans queer poet and educator runs awQward Talent, which teaches the freedom to just ‘be’
By
Lisa Edge
August 23, 2019
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Message on a wall, with candles and flowers memorializing six children who have died

Portland2019 Biennial explores Oregon through contemporary art

The showcase at Disjecta Contemporary Art Center features thought-provoking installations from exceptional local artists
By
Emily Green
August 23, 2019
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Nick Offerman

Nick Offerman: Rural roots, good manners helped make him a star

The ‘Parks and Recreation’ star reflects on his early years
By
Jane Graham
August 9, 2019
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Amanda Palmer

A new side of Amanda Palmer

The musician’s new album, ‘There Will Be No Intermission,’ contains more than her provocative and flamboyant fare
By
David James Young
August 2, 2019
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Photos of diverse people dressed as Captain America

American heroes: Sikh Captain America is enlisting more champions

Building on the work of Sikh Captain America, photographer Nate Gowdy has launched a project to broaden people’s minds about who gets to be American, and how much truly unites us
By
Lisa Edge
August 2, 2019
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David Lynch

What home means to David Lynch

The enigmatic artist and filmmaker has curated a series of events at an English gallery aptly called HOME
By
Steven MacKenzie
July 26, 2019
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Anderson .Paak

With 2 albums in 5 months, Anderson .Paak is not your average rapper

‘Oxnard’ and ‘Ventura’ represent a short distance along Highway 101 but a significant journey in life for the California musician
By
Brodie Lancaster
July 26, 2019
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Hikers in old-growth forest

Oregon hiking guide is a salute to old-growth forests

Author Chandra LeGue hopes her book will inspire hikers to advocate for protecting our ancient forests
By
Emily Green
July 19, 2019

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