If you love to take advantage of the music offerings near you, this weekend offers several great reasons to leave the house.
From a bluegrass performance to a benefit concert for Lyme Disease, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.
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2019 Bridgetown Bluegrass Festival
From the event description:
Portland's third-annual bluegrass festival featuring the best string bands in the North West and beyond. The Bridgetown Bluegrass Festival is back again presenting 15 bands, two stages, craft beer and cider, myriad food options and the best (all-ages) party in town.
When: Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m.- Sunday, May 12, 12 a.m.
Where: Alberta Abbey, 126 N.E. Alberta St.
Admission: $10 (Kids); $22 (General Admission)
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Girl Can't Help It and Grand Illusion
From the event description:
See tributes to Journey and Styx in one unforgettable night —Portland’s hot new Journey tribute Girl Can’t Help It, is fueled by an all-star lineup of personnel. Pulling from jazz, rock, blues, classical and fusion, this band is an exciting blend of the elements that create the sound of Journey.
When: Saturday, May 11, 9 p.m.- Sunday, May 12, 1 a.m.
Where: Ponderosa Lounge & Grill, 10350 N. Vancouver Way.
Admission: $15 (General Admission); $25 (VIP Bar Seat); $25 (VIP Table for 4). More ticket options available.
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'Mother! You Can't Spell Smother Without It!'
From the event description:
If you are/ know/ love/ like or even don't like a mother, please join performer Molly Schwarz for an afternoon of comedy and music as she explores the frustrations and joys of motherhood on the actual Mother's Day. She will be joined by some very special guests, including Portland's own Merideth Kaye Clark, Mont Chris Hubbard and Nick Condon.
When: Sunday, May 12, 3-5 p.m.
Where: Curious Comedy Theater, 5225 N.E. Martin Luther King Junior Blvd.
Admission: $25
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Benefit Concert for Oregon Lyme Disease Network ft Kyle Morton (of Typhoon)
From the event description:
Please enjoy a special night of music where we will raise awareness about Lyme Disease, featuring headliner Kyle Morton of Typhoon. This concert is the opener for the Oregon Lyme Disease Network's newly added Vaughan Heppe Young Adult's Fund for patients 19-35 years of age.
When: Sunday, May 12, 6-10 p.m.
Where: Holocene, 1001 S.E. Morrison St.
Admission: $15 (General Admission); $20 (Day of Show).
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