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H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival

Hollywood Theatre 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland

The 31st annual H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival returns to the Hollywood Theatre for three days of horror and weird fiction films. You get short and feature films, author readings, book signings, panels and live music. A great pick for film fans heading into Halloween season.

Ticket prices vary

Curiosity Kids: Sasquatch Science Team

OMSI 1945 SE Water Ave, Portland

A hands-on, bilingual science workshop for kids ages 3 to 5 and their grown-ups. Little explorers use their senses to investigate Sasquatch and the forest. Your ticket includes museum admission for the rest of the day. Dates: October 3, October 24 and November 14.

Pink Warrior Zumba Fundraiser

Pioneer Courthouse Square 701 SW 6th Ave, Portland

Dance for a good cause at Portland's annual Pink Warrior Zumbathon. Hundreds of Zumba instructors and fans from Oregon, Washington and beyond fill Pioneer Courthouse Square to raise money for the fight against breast cancer. All fitness levels welcome.

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