FRIDAY April 20
Marc Maron at Helium Comedy Club - The venerable stand-up comic has reached new heights and new audiences by sitting down in his garage, with his hugely popular WTF podcast. Fri-Sat., 7:00 & 9:30 p.m. Tickets.
Year of the Dragon at Compound Gallery - Like Bruce Lee? Then you're in a unique position to appreciate this exhibit of Lee-inspired pieces from 30 artists at Compound Gallery. Thru April 29. FREE.
'Anna Karenina' at Portland Center Stage - You've started the book five times. Now see the complete narrative in the very capable hands of trained professionals, once and for all. Tickets.
SATURDAY April 21
Record Store Day - Special events are scheduled at Everyday Music, Jackpot and Music Millennium, with promises of limited edition vinyl, in-store performances and general good vibes. FREE.
Horse Feathers at Aladdin Theater - Hometown show is a celebration for Horse Feathers' new album, Cynic's New Year, which was released on Tuesday. 8 p.m. $15-18. Tickets
Y La Bamba at Doug Fir Lounge - Luz Mendoza and company play their first Portland show since their excellent new album, Court the Storm (listen), was released. $10-12. Tickets.
Cheers to Belgian Beers at Metalcraft Fabrication (N. Portland) - We are so possessive about beer here that you'll probably overhear someone boast that we make the best Belgian beers. Meet the brewers, taste your favorites, and more. Noon - 9 p.m. $15 includes glass & 5 tickets.
SUNDAY April 22 (Earth Day)
Portland Pinbrawl at Ground Kontrol - 128 people will compete, but there can only be one pinbrawl champion. Grand prize winner takes home their choice of two classic pinball machines. There is still time to register. $20 entry fee; free to watch. Starts at 10 a.m. for competitors; 4 p.m. for spectators.
National Park Week - Celebrate Earth Day, every day, sure -- but it will be even easier every day this week, with free admission to every national park. More info from the National Park Service. FREE.
Also receiving votes:
Japanther at Someday Lounge (Sun.); 'The Getaway' (1972) at Laurelhurst Theater (Fri-Thurs.); School of Seven Bells at Doug Fir (Sun.)
Movies opening this week: 'The Lucky One', 'Think Like a Man', 'Chimpanzee'. See complete Portland and Oregon movie listings.
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—Jeff Schmitt
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