Front is a slim journal broadsheet style. It is focused on writing about dance and contemporary performance. It is written by the performers, not critics. Front edition 3: Rubies drops today. The party is free, the paper itself is $4, and also available around town. Front distribution party at PICA HQ 415 SW 10th Ave, Suite 300. 5PM-7 Free
I always think of the journal Orlo as something that could only exist in Portland, Oregon, US. It is a long running curation of the intersection of the literary arts, the visual arts and a reverence for the environment. More than a few writers have written in Orlo's Bear Deluxe before their breakthrough books. Tonight is their annual holiday party and issue 35 release. The event includes live music and readings. There is also an opportunity for photos with Santa Salmon from 5PM-6:30. Details and schedule at www.orlo.org/news/holiday-gala-release-party/#more-661. Orlo party at Ford Food and Drink 2505 SE 11th 5PM-10 Free, donations encouraged
