4 events to check out in Portland this week

27 November 2019

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Looking to mix things up this week? From 'Star Wars' trivia to a live folk show, here's a lineup of options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.

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Star Wars Trivia at Salvage BBQ

From the event description:

Use the force to defeat our 60 questions all about your favorite movie franchise "Star Wars." The game is free to play for teams of six or less. Prizes for the top three teams along with the best costumes will be awarded.

When: Friday, Nov. 29, 9:30-11:30 p.m.
Where: Salvage BBQ, 919 Congress St.
Admission: Free
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The Pubcrawlers, The Negans and JUG

From the event description:

Check out an evening with New England celtic punk band The Pubcrawlers, rock 'n roll band The Negans and American folk punk group JUG.

When: Saturday, Nov. 30, 8:30 p.m.- Sunday, Dec. 1, 12:30 a.m.
Where: Geno's Rock Club, 625 Congress St.
Admission: $8
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Purse, Ossalot, HYHT, An Anderson

From the event description:

Portland's shape-shifting avant-rock outfit Purse celebrates fifteen years as a band this Saturday night.

When: Saturday, Nov. 30, 8:30-11:30 p.m.
Where: SPACE, 538 Congress St.
Admission: $8
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Sam Amidon with Eamon O'Leary

From the event description:

Check out a live performance of "Fatal Flower Garden EP" (A Tribute to Harry Smith), a four-track vinyl record from singer and multi-instrumentalist Sam Amidon. This album has been called "A tribute to the elusive spirit of Harry Smith and to his wondrous anthology of American folk music." 

When: Sunday, Dec. 1, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: SPACE, 538 Congress St.
Admission: $13-$18
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