Happy Tuesday! I hope your week has been starting off well! I know it's super dark and rainy out, but I do love this time of year because I love cooking, and this is usually when I start trying new recipes. Tonight I'll be attempting the viral Chicken au Poivre, but since there's only two of us, I'll be using chicken thighs instead. Not sure how that's going to work out, but I'm hopeful!!

And if you're looking for something to do besides staying in and cooking, we've got tickets to see Growing Pains at Wonder Ballroom on November 20th up for grabs! Enter to win, and let's see what else is happening this week!

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Fluffy is coming back to Portland! Comedian Gabriel Iglesias is bringing his stand-up to Veterans Memorial Coliseum on March 13th, 2027. If you've been quoting his jokes for years, here's your chance to hear them live!

• Local band Drowsy has a new record, and what better way to celebrate than with a show? Catch them at Twilight Cafe and Bar on December 13th with Rapid Eye and Deaf Dreamer.

• Up for a little road trip? Colin Mochrie from Whose Line Is It Anyway? is heading to the McDonald Theatre in Eugene on February 16th for Ruby Rocket, Private Eye! It's only about two hours from Portland, so grab a friend, make a day of it, and get ready for some laughs!

• Caskets fans, this one's for you! The band is coming to The High Limit Room on February 27th, and if you've been waiting to see them live, now's your chance. Don't miss it!!

• Plus other just-announced shows!

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• Still have some holiday shopping to do? 🎁 First Thursday Portland is bringing together local artists and makers for Small Biz Saturday on November 28th! Head to NW 13th & Irving from noon to 4 pm for handmade gifts, original art, and all kinds of cute little finds. Plus, it's free to stop by!

• Apple season isn't over just yet! 🍎 Portland Fall Cider Fest is taking over Pine Street Market November 20th–22nd with 40+ ciders from local and regional makers, plus plenty of food to snack on between sips. $30 gets you 12 tasting tickets, so grab some friends and get sipping!

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