This Week's Event Picks: December 20th 2007

Friday 21st: Stephen Malkmus and The Jicks.

Local legend Stephen Malkmus and his band The Jicks, play old songs and new from their forthcoming album Real Emotional Trash. With support from Blitzen Trapper. Doug Fir Lounge, 830 E Burnside, 9pm. $15. Over 21s.

Now Playing: The Big Lebowski.

Nothing says Christmas like spending a night in the company of The Dude. Catch this Coen Brothers classic for one week only. Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton, Fri. 20th - Thurs. 27th, 7 & 9:15pm. $4-$6.

Friday 21st: Attic Writers' Workshop & Poetry Northwest Happy Hour.

Poetry Northwest and The Attic are hosting a joint holiday happy hour at the Blue Monk tonight. Turn up for drinks, chat and book talk. Blue Monk, 3341 SE Belmont. FREE. 6:30pm

Wednesday 26th: Classical Revolution

Classical revolution: a group of musicians dedicated to challenging the genre's, high-brow image are performing tonight at the Someday Lounge. 125 NW 5th, 9pm. FREE.

Now Playing: Kurt Cobain About A Son

AJ Schnack directs the latest in a series of movies exploring Cobain's life. This movie makes good use of interview tapes from Michael Azerrad's excellent book, Come As You Are: The Story of Nirvana. Opens Fri. 21st. Hollywood Theater.

"Atonement" Ian McEwan

Imago's Book Group- A Mighty Fine Brew



The atmosphere was full of strangers and free coffee. Gathering at Urban Grind Coffee House (www.urbangrindcoffee.com)were nine literature lovers with Ian McEwan's novel Atonement overtly tucked under arms or placed on laps; a kind of calling card. Imago Arts Ministry director, Jan Carson, kicked the meeting off admitting her reluctant enjoyment of a book that, upon first impression, was about "sprawling English families who play tennis on the front lawn."

It wasn't long before the three tables we had pushed together became a discussion panel brimming with insights, theories and declarations of confusion. The novel's themes, heroes and villains, and implied fictional authorship were among the tossed about topics. The group gets an A+ for participation, keeping the discussion lively and interesting until its forced resign an hour and a half later.

Before final farewells, January's musical legend autobiography, ("Cash" by Johnny Cash) and February's postmodern memoir, ("A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius" by Dave Eggers) were chosen.

Join the Imago Book Group(http://groups.google.com/group/imagobookgroup)to find out how you can get in on upcoming meet-ups!

Vivian Ortecho

Inklings

Is any pleasure on earth as great as a circle of Christian friends by a fire? (C. S. Lewis)

In the tradition of the Oxford Inklings, a new Connection Group will begin meeting in January. The Imago Dei Inklings will gather to share our lives by discussing Faith issues openly and honestly in anticipation of discovering a deeper understanding and appreciation of our Faith in Christ. We will revisit and embrace some of the most stirring and impacting voices of the Christian tradition that have withstood the winds of time and are worthy of our attention. Who were the Oxford Inklings? Author Humphrey Carpenter best describes them as “a group of writers whose literary fantasies still fire the imagination of all those who seek a truth beyond reality.” During their many meetings, Charles Williams, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien and others read aloud and awaited criticism to hone and polish their finished draft. It was this process forged through their friendship and genuine interest in each other’s lives that produced works such as The Screwtape Letters, The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe and The Lord of the Rings .

The Imago Dei Inklings will turn back the page of time and read from Christian Classics such as Till We Have Faces, The Two Towers, The Place of the Lion, The Great Divorce and others. Our goal will be to enjoy our time together as we journey through some of the most compelling Christian books of our Age. Most importantly, friendships will grow, as Truth is revealed encouraging and expanding our relationship with each other and our Lord. Our lives will ‘be transformed by the renewing of our minds” which will help us to have more compassion and better relate to those in desperate need of Christ’s forgiveness and love.

Our first meeting will be the evening of Thursday, January 10th at Sydney’s in Portland. Contact Darren Jacobs at oxfordspires@msn.com or 360.798.0953 for additional info.

Faith and Film Group

After a brief hiatus, Faith and Film is back! We will be meeting every fourth Saturday of the month to view a flick, enjoy some popcorn, snacks and dialogue about the movie of the month. The main focus is to have a fantastic discussion about the spiritual parallels and truths that are communicated sometimes even in unknown ways through the selected film.
Our kick off will be Saturday, Jan. 26th at 7 pm and will feature “The Nightmare before Christmas”. Everyone is welcome and there is no need to view the film prior to the event.

Address: Regina Blevins
4634 SW Comus Place
Portland, OR, 97219

Contact if you have any questions……regina_blevins@centennial.k12.or.us

PDX Picks December 13th 2007

Friday 14th: David Bazan.

One time Pedro the Lion front man, David Bazan plays an intimate show in the Mississippi Studios showcasing songs from his latest solo release, "Fewer Moving Parts." With support from J. Tillman. Mississippi Studios. 3939 N. Mississippi.

Friday 14th: Live Wire!.

It's the last Live Wire! Recording of the year. Get there early to reserve your seat for the taping of this live local radio show. With special guests Chris Walla of Death Cab for Cutie, Holcombe Waller and Curt Ellis, director of King Corn. Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, 8pm, $12-15. All ages.

Saturday 15th: Prints for PICA

Prints for PICA provides a unique opportunity to buy original artwork from 50 of Portland's leading artists for an affordable $100-250. TodayArt Studios, 439 SE Grand, 6-9pm. FREE. All ages.

Sunday 16th: Crafty Wonderland Super Colossal Holiday Sale

Over 100 local arts and crafts vendors, full bar and festive atmosphere. A great place to grab a last minute meaningful gift and support local artisans. Norse Hall, 111 NE 11th. 11am- 5pm. FREE. All ages.

Now Playing: A Christmas Carol

Portland Centre Stage ushers in the holidays with a new adaptation of Dicken's classic performed by a cast that is almost entirely made up of local actors. Gerding Theater, 128 NW 11th. www.psc.org. Through Dec.23rd.

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Welcome to PDX Picks: the Imago Dei Arts update on upcoming arts & culture events in Portland! Portland is an incredibly artistic community and as a church our desire is to love, bless and be involved in the city we've been placed in. We're excited to offer many different opportunities for you to engage the local arts scene here in Portland. Our hope as a church community is that we will build meaningful relationships with artists in our city, experience different forms of culture which will help us to strive towards excellence in our own creative lives, and contribute life and beauty into the venues, galleries and theaters of Portland.

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