Wednesday, October 4, 2017

IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR!!


Get ready, Pacific Northwest Horror/Sci Fi/Fantasy Fans!  It's the MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR!!!  And this edition of the Weekly Update shows it, as it's a LONG one.  And before the special day arrives, I'm sure the site will fill up further with great haunted attractions, movies and events.

Before the next wave of events hits, though, I'll be taking some time off for the H. P. Lovecraft Film Festival and CthulhuCon at The Hollywood Theatre in Portland, OR.  I'll be on two Sunday panels, Weird Horror in the Golden Age of Radio at 4:15 pm and HPL in Full Color, hosted by local podcaster Derek M. Koch of Monster Kid Radio at 9 pm.  Stop by and check them out!  And please say hello at any time during the festival.  I'm hard to miss, as I'm tall, bald and will be wearing a black kilt and Lovecraftian tee shirt!  And if you still need tickets, check below for details!!


 The Halloween Season starts with a great, big dose 
of COSMIC HORROR AND INSANITY!

While I'm still a bit behind checking out the Halloween programing at local theaters throughout the Pacific Northwest, I've added quite a few great items to the Horror/Sci Fi/Fantasy Calendar.  Check out the films coming to the Dragonfly Cinema in Port Orchard, WA, the Regal Horror Fest 2017 offerings, the cool stuff at The Academy Theater in Portland, OR, and lots more.  As for stage productions, I have the details on Yeston and Kopit's Phantom, on the stage at the Antoinette Hatfield Hall in Portland, OR.  And if you want to go outside, I've got details on the tours of Lone Fir Cemetery in Portland, OR.   Just be sure to check back later, as I know I'll be adding LOTS MORE in the coming weeks.

Over at the Haunted Attractions Page, I've added details on The Fright Factory in Buckley, WA, the Wild Waves Theme and Water Park Fright Fest in Federal Way, WA, Fear Asylum in Milwaukie, OR, the Bella Organic Farm Haunted Corn Maze in Portland, OR, the Kruger Farm Corn Maze Cabaret and Trails of Terror Haunted Maze in Portland, OR, and Stalker Farms Haunted Attractions and Nightmare on 9 in Snohomish, WA.  As for more adult haunted attractions, I've included details on The Haunted Bordello in Port Townsend, WA, and Dick Hefner's Haunted Strip Club Mansion at Spyce Gentleman's Club in Portland, OR.

Remember, just because I'll be slowing down this weekend doesn't mean it's too late to have your Horror/Sci Fi/Fantasy event listed on The Shadow Over Portland!  All you need to do is email me at shadowoverportland@live.com with the details and artwork, and I'll take care of the rest.  Don't forget, listings on the site are FREE and you'll reach hundreds of readers across the Pacific Northwest!!

And be sure to help spread the word this Halloween Season.  If you attend any of the events listed on the site, please let the organizers know you read about it at The Shadow Over Portland!

Buy Tickets Now!


Tickets for The 22nd H. P. Lovecraft Film Festival and Cthulhucon are now on sale.  The event takes place October 6 to 8 at The Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR).  Guests include Author Guest of Honor F. Paul Wilson (The Keep and others in The Adversary Cycle, the Repairman Jack series), actor Courtney Gains (Children of the Corn) and, well, I'm a guest as well!  To purchase day tickets or festival passes, visit The H. P. Lovecraft Film Festival website.

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The Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) will screen John Carpenter's The Thing in GLORIOUS 70mm from Friday, October 13 to Sunday, October 15, at 7 pm.  Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, September 29.  Visit The Hollywood Theater website for more details and advance ticket sales.  Trust me, you'll need them!

UPDATE: A new show at 10:15 pm on Saturday,  October 14, has been added and is the only showing that is not sold out.

October Film Competitions


The 9th Annual Guignolfest: 3-Day Horror Movie Contest is looking for teams to compete in Portland's Original 72-hour Horror Movie Contest.  The films will be screened, and prizes awarded, on Sunday, October 29 at The Clinton Street Theater (2522 SE Clinton St in Portland, OR).  The kick-off date is Friday, October 20, but you want to get your team registered soon, as only 15 slots are available and, as of September 6, eight teams have been confirmed.  So do not delay.  Visit the Facebook Event Page for all the details.

Open Submissions

The Poe Show 2018 is looking for writers and artists interested in creating a new work in homage to the writer, to roast him or read/interpret a piece of his work.  Deadline for submissions is November 15.  The show is also looking for volunteers of all types.  The event takes place on Sunday, January 14, 2018, from 8 to 11 pm.  For more details, check out the poster above and send an email of interest to thepoeshowpdx@gmail.com.

Ongoing

The Spirit of Halloweentown returns to St. Helens, OR, the city where the Disney film Halloweentown was shot.  Every October, the city gets its family-friendly spooky on with events (including music, tours, attractions and more) throughout the Halloween season.  The celebration is too large to list here, so just head to the Discover Columbia County website and click on the Spirit of Halloweentown Agenda and Tickets for a PDF of all the events listed so far.  I'll post a few throughout the month, but the website will have all the details.

UPDATE: Halloweentown star Kimberly J. Brown (Marnie Piper), along with cast members Judith Hoag (Gwen Cromwell Piper) and J. Paul Zimmerman (Dylan Piper), will be at the Spirit of Halloweentown on Saturday, October 14.  Go to the above link for more details.

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Yeston and Kopit's Phantom, a new musical version of Gaston Leroux's The Phantom of the Opera featuring Phillip "Pip" Kennedy as The Phantom and Laura McCulloch as Christine, takes the stage at the Antoinette Hatfield Hall (1111 SW Broadway in Portland, OR) through October 15.  You can find more information on the production at the Facebook Event Page and purchase tickets at the Portland'5 Center for the Arts website.

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The Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR) starts October Horror early with John Water's Serial Mom, starring Kathleen Turner as a mother who'd do ANYTHING for her family and to maintain a sense of propriety in a uncouth world.  The film plays through October 5.  Showtimes have yet to be announce, so check back here, or at The Academy Theater website, closer to later in the month. 

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McMenamins Mission Theater (1624 NW Glisan St in Portland, OR) gets the Halloween celebration started with Stephen King's Misery, playing though Sunday, October 8.  Showtime vary, so for more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Mission Theater website.

October, 2017

Wednesday, October 4

McMenamins Mission Theater (1624 NW Glisan St in Portland, OR) continues the Halloween celebration with another film based on a Stephen King novel.  The Dead Zone, with Christopher Walken, will play though Monday, October 9.  Showtime vary, so for more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Mission Theater website.

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Mario Bava directs tonight's Weird Wednesday offering at The Joy Cinema and Pub (11959 SW Pacific Highway in Tigard, OR) tonight at 9:15 pm.  Take a journey to hell with Hercules in the Haunted World, starring Reg Park as the titular muscle bound hero and the great Sir Christopher Lee!  Yes, Lee's dubbed in this one, but it's because Italian films were filmed without sound, a cost and time saving practice, than dubbed later for various markets.  That little problem aside, it's a beautiful film and worth catching on the big screen.  As always, admission is FREE, but you must be 21 or older to attend.  Don't forget to support The Joy Cinema's continuing effort to keep Wednesdays WEIRD by stopping at the concession stand for some tasty treats and beverages.  And please don't incur the wrath of Hercules by bring into the theater outside food or drinks!  For more details, visit The Joy Cinema's website.

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Church of Film presents a screening of Cuadecuc, Vampir at 8 pm tonight at the Clinton Street Theater (2522 SE Clinton St in Portland, OR).  Spanish filmmaker Pere Portabella filmed this on the set of Jesus Franco's Count Dracula and the result is called "more than just an atmospheric deconstruction of the genre" and "a sly wink at the creation of a monster, and the pathetic folly of militarist personality cults and Fascism."  The film also includes scenes of Franco and Christopher Lee filming Count Dracula as well. Suggested admission is $5 to $10.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Friday, October 6

Mark your calendars, as the stars align this weekend at The Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR), signalling the start of The 22nd H. P. Lovecraft Film Festival and Cthulhucon!  Guests include Author Guest of Honor F. Paul Wilson (The Keep and others in The Adversary Cycle, the Repairman Jack series), actor Courtney Gains (Children of the Corn) and, well, I'm a guest as well!  Keep checking back for more details, or visit the Facebook Event Page as the time draws near.  Ai, Ai!!

UPDATE: Tickets are now on sale at The H. P. Lovecraft Film Festival website.

EXTRA UPDATE:  In addition to all the great films and events you'll find at The H. P. Lovecraft Film Festival website, it was announced that Mario Bava's Black Sunday, starring Barbara Steele, will be shown at the festival.

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Wells and Verne (734 E Burnside in Portland, OR) First Friday Art Opening presents the photography of Chad Michael Ward tonight starting at 6 pm.  For more details on the event, and information on commissioning a portrait, visit the Facebook Event Page

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The Witch-ikon: Witchcraft in Art and Artifact Book Launch takes place from 7 to 9 pm tonight at Mortlake & Company (121 Prefontaine Place South in Seattle, WA).  For more details on the book and the event, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Halloween fun continues at the Museum of Pop Culture (325 5th Ave N in Seattle, WA) with a Campout Cinema screening of Interview with a Vampire tonight at 7 pm.  You must be 21 or older to attend, and your ticket includes admission to the newly opened Scared to Death: The Thrill of Horror Film and the Infinite Worlds of Science Fiction exhibit.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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October Horror continues at The Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR) with David Cronenberg's head blowing Scanners.  The film plays through October 12.  Showtimes have yet to be announce, so check back here, or at The Academy Theater website, closer to later in the month. 

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The Villians and Vixens Musical Cabaret takes the stage tonight through October 15 at The Headwaters Theatre (55 NE Farragut St, Ste 9, in Portland, OR).  For more information, including a list of showtimes and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Hitchcock-Tober returns to the Central Cinema (1411 21st Ave in Seattle, WA) tonight through October 19 with screenings of North by Northwest, Dial M for Murder and Notorious.  For more details, including a list of showtimes and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Funhouse Lounge (2432 SE 11th Ave in Portland, OR) brings the Murder Mystery Machine back for Halloween.  Each performance, The Funhouse Lounge Improv Company will craft a bloody murder mystery based on audience suggestions in an R-rated mix of the classic cartoon and slasher flick!  For more details, including showtimes and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.


Saturday, October 7

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert takes place tonight at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall tonight at 7:30 pm.  The Oregon Symphony Orchestra will perform John Williams' score while the movie is projected in high-def on a giant screen.  The show repeats on Sunday, October 8, at 2 pm.  For more details, and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Roxy Classic (2657 Quadra St in Victoria, BC) presents Wake of the Dead, a tribute to the late George Romero.  Spend the evening watching one, or ALL, of his original Dead Trilogy starting at 5 pm.  Tickets are $10 per film, or $25 for all three.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The 7th Street Theatre (313 7th St in Hoquiam, WA) kicks off the Halloween season with the Universal classic, Bride of Frankenstein, tonight at 7: 30 pm.  The film also plays tomorrow (Sunday, October 8) at 2 pm.  For more details, and locations selling advance tickets, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Weird Elephant at The Grand Cinema (606 S Fawcett Ave in Tacoma, WA) kicks off the Halloween Season with a screening of The Shining tonight at 11 pm.  This is the first of the Heavy Hitters of Horror series running through the month of October.  For more details, including a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Portlandia Fortune Tellers host the Witches Ball -  Pacific Northwest 2017 tonight from 7 pm to 1 am at the Monarch Hotel and Conference Center (12566 SE 93rd Ave in Clackamas, OR).  The event is for those 18 and older, and you must wear a costume to be admitted.  The evening includes live music, belly dance and burlesque performances, a Halloween bazaar, raffles, costume contest and much more!  For all the details, and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Olympia Farmers Market presents an Olympia Film Society Kids Club screening of the animated family horror film ParaNorman at 11 am today at the Capitol Theater (206 5th Ave SE in Olympia, WA).  Kids 12 and under are admitted FREE!  For more details, visit the Olympia Film Society website.

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Death of Glitter: the Unholy Masquerade! takes place at 9 pm tonight at the Paris Theatre (6 SW Third Ave in Portland, OR).  The event features several cabaret performers, followed by a masquerade ball.  For more details and ticket information, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Join the Friends of Lone Fir Cemetery for the Guided Tour: The Rest of the Cemetery at the Lone Fir Cemetery (SE 26th Ave and SE Morrison St in Portland, OR) today at 10 am.  This tour is of the area of the 30 acre cemetery north of the main road.  Tickets are $10 per person and all proceeds to to cemetery restoration and education.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Sunday, October 8

McMenamins Mission Theater (1624 NW Glisan St in Portland, OR) invites you to spend Sundy Bloody Mary Sunday with John Carpenter's film version of Stephen King's Christine.  If you can't make it today, don't worry, as the film is running through Tuesday, October 10.  Showtime vary, so for more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Mission Theater website.

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Red, White and Dead Zombie Walk, ZomBcon International and Fremont Sunday Market host a Thriller Dance Flash Mob today at 11:30 am today at Fremont Sunday Market (3401 Evanston Ave North in Seattle, WA).   Dancers should gather starting as early as 11 am, and the dace begins at noon.  The market will host other fun pre-Halloween activities as well.  Costumes are encouraged, of course.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Zymoglyphic Museum (6225 SE Alder St in Portland, OR) is open to the public today from 11 am to 4 pm.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Monday, October 9

Bruce Campbell's book tour for Hail to the Chin makes its first Pacific Northwest stop at Chapters Metrotown (Metropolis, Metrotown, 4700 Kingsway in Burnaby, BC) from 7 to 8 pm tonight.  For additional details, visit the Facebook Event Page or the Hail to the Chin book tour website.

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The Clinton Street Theater (2522 SE Clinton St in Portland, OR) Resistance Series continues celebrating the Halloween season with a screening of the late George Romero's Night of the Living Dead tonight at 7 pm.  The screening will support the Oregon Music Hall of Fame, which celebrates artists who contributed to music in Oregon and around the world, as well as developing upcoming talent in the state.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Regal Cinemas celebrates THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR with the Regal Horror Fest, a collection of great films coming to the big screen every Monday and Tuesday through October 31.  Tonight is a Stephen King double feature, with 1983's The Dead Zone and 1989's Pet Sematary.  Tickets are just $5 for single features, $10 for double features.  Single features start at 7 and 10 pm, and double features start at 7 pm.  Locations in the Pacific Northwest include Cinebarre Movieland 7 (501 Marion St NE in Salem, OR), Regal Lloyd Center 10 and IMAX (1510 NE Multnomah St in Portland, OR), Cinebarre Issaquah 8 (1490 NW 11th Ave in Issaquah, WA), Cinebarre Mountlake 8 (6009 244th St SW in Mountlake Terrace, WA) and Regal Lakewood Stadium 15 and RPX (2410 84th St S in Lakewood, WA).  Keep up on all the details, and any additional theaters showing the fest, at the Regal Cinemas website.

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Church of Film presents Riccardo Fredo's The Horrible Dr. Hichcock, a dark Gothic tale concerning a physician with a dark desire and his new bride, at Century (930 SE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) tonight at 9:30 pm.  The film starts Barbara Steele and Robert Flemyng.  Admission is FREE!  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Tuesday, October 10

The Horror Brew Pub Quiz! month long Halloween celebration continues at Home, A Bar (719 SE Morrison St in Portland, OR) tonight at 7:30 pm.  Gather your team and try to win one of two gift certificates.  Or maybe you'll have better luck picking up a horrorific prize from the raffle.  Either way, it's a great way to show off your horror knowledge.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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It wouldn't be October without Burlynomicon at the Lovecraft Bar (421 SE Grand Ave in Portland, OR).  Tonight, feast your eyes on four performers inspired by the mythos inspired decor in the Lovecraft Bar.  Be sure to stick around for the post show dance party with DJ Aurora.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Regal Cinemas celebrates THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR with the Regal Horror Fest, a collection of great films coming to the big screen every Monday and Tuesday through October 31.  Tonight is one of the best monster rally film ever made, 1987's The Monster Squad.  Tickets are just $5 for single features, $10 for double features.  Single features start at 7 and 10 pm, and double features start at 7 pm.  Locations in the Pacific Northwest include Cinebarre Movieland 7 (501 Marion St NE in Salem, OR), Regal Lloyd Center 10 and IMAX (1510 NE Multnomah St in Portland, OR), Cinebarre Issaquah 8 (1490 NW 11th Ave in Issaquah, WA), Cinebarre Mountlake 8 (6009 244th St SW in Mountlake Terrace, WA) and Regal Lakewood Stadium 15 and RPX (2410 84th St S in Lakewood, WA).  Keep up on all the details, and any additional theaters showing the fest, at the Regal Cinemas website.

Wednesday, October 11

Bruce Campbell's book tour for Hail to the Chin stops in Seattle, WA, tonight.  No venue has been announced, so check back later or visit the Hail to the Chin book tour website closer to the date.

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The Hotel Sorrento (900 Madison St in Seattle, WA) presents Northwest Haunted Hotspots with paranormal expert and educator Neil McNeil tonight at 6:30 pm.  The event is free, with drinks and food available for purchase.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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It's Hallowednesday: Horror Movie Night at the Boise Public Library Main Library (715 S Capitol Blvd in Boise, ID).  Tonight's film, hosted by the Idaho Horror Film Festival, is Wes Craven's Scream.  Doors open at 6 pm, with the movie starting at 6:30 pm.  The IHFF will raffle some passes to a few luck attendees.  You must be 18 or older to attend.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Thursday, October 12

The 4th Annual Idaho Horror Film Festival takes place on October 12 to 14 at The Egyptian Theatre (700 W Main St in Boise, Id).  Visit the IHFF website or the Facebook Event Page for more details and advance ticket sales.

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Get your special "Father's Day Cake" at the concession stand of the Ark Lodge Cinemas (4816 Rainier Ave S. in Seattle, WA), as the Dark Lodge series presents Creepshow tonight at 8 pm.  DO NOT miss this chance to check this horror classic on the big screen!  For more details, and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Ark Lodge Cinemas website.

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The Idaho Horror Film Festival hosts a screening of the horror comedy classic, An American Werewolf in London at 8 pm tonight at Barbarian Brewing Downtown Taproom (1022 W Main St in Boise, ID).  The film screens with Crow Hand and Night of the Slasher.  This 21 and older event is FREE for IHFF passholders, or $5 at the door.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Idaho Horror Film Festival hosts a screening of The Lost Boys at 9 pm tonight at The Balcony Club (150 N 8th St, Ste 226 in Boise, ID).  The film screens with Buzzcut.  This 21 and older event is FREE for IHFF passholders, or $5 at the door.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Friday, October 13

Friday the 13th is a lucky day for Portland Evil Dead Fans, as Evil Dead the Musical take the stage at The Alberta Rose Theatre (3000 NE Alberta St in Portland, OR) for TWO shows this evening.  And, of course, there will be BLOOD and a Splatter Zone!!  Showtimes are 6:30 and 10:15 pm.  For more details, and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Bruce Campbell's book tour for Hail to the Chin stops at the Beaverton Powell's (3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd in Beaverton OR) .  You must purchase a copy of the book to join the signing line.  For more details, visit the Powell's website.

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Shock Opera returns to the Paris Theatre (6 SW Third in Portland, OR) tonight.  I'll post more details as when they are available.

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It's a mad monster party tonight at Crush Bar (1400 SE Morrison St in Portland, OR) as De Lioncourt Productions presents Rise of the Monsters *A Frankenstein Burlesque Story tonight only.  Showtimes are 8 pm and 10:30 pm.  For more details, including a list of the performers and the monsters they will portray, as well as a link for advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Museum of Pop Culture (325 5th Ave N in Seattle, WA) presents a Campout Cinema presentation of The Dark Crystal tonight at 6 pm.  This is an all ages event and tickets include admission to The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited.  For more details, including a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Friday Night Frights brings Jason in 3D to the Blue Mouse Theatre (2611 N Proctor St in Tacoma, WA) tonight at 10 pm with a screening of Friday the 13th Part III in 3D.  Yep, Jason will be coming after YOU in this screening and you're out of luck, as it's FRIDAY THE 13TH!  Admission is $6 and tickets are available 30 minutes before showtime. I'll post a link to the Facebook Event Page when it becomes available.

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The October Horror celebration brings the anti-Christ to The Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR) with 1976's The Omen.  The film plays through October 19.  Showtimes have yet to be announce, so check back here, or at The Academy Theater website, closer to later in the month.

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The Idaho Horror Film Festival plan to honor special guest Adrienne King with the first ever IHFF Trailblazer Award for her advocacy of women in film, expecially in the horror genre.  The event kicks off at the Egyptian Theater (700 W Main St in Boise, ID) at 8 pm with a screening of the slasher classic, Friday the 13th, followed by the award presentation and a Q and A session.  For more details on this event, and the Idaho Horror Film Festival in general, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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All Freakin' Night 2017 takes place from 10 pm tonight to 8 am Saturday, October 14 at the Capitol Theater (206 5th Ave SE in Olympia, WA).  Sounds like a great date for an all night horror film festival!  The line includes Blood Rage, The Mutilator, Cathy's Curse, Eaten Alive and Bride of Re-Animator.  For more details, check the Facebook Event Page.

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The podcast The Horror Aisle presents Frightmare on Main Street at The Kiggins Theatre (1011 Main St in Vancouver, WA) with a screening of Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter.  Stick around after the screening as The Horror Aisle crew break down the film.  And there will be crowd participation, games and prizes!  For more details, visit The Kiggins Theatre website.

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Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter comes to the Dragonfly Cinema (822 Bay St in Port Orchard, WA), playing through Tuesday, October 17.  For more details, including showtimes and ticket prices, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Saturday, October 14

Critical Hit Burlesque presents Inconcealable! The Princess Bride Geeklesque tonight at the Paris Theatre (6 SW Third Ave in Portland, OR).  Celebrate 30 years of The Princess Bride with this burlesque and cabaret show dedicated to the novel and movie.  Showtimes are 7 and 11 pm, and doors open an hour prior to each show.  You must be 21 or older to attend.  For more details, including advance ticket sales and a list of performers, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Spirit of Halloweentown returns to St. Helens, OR, the city where the Disney film Halloweentown was shot.  Every October, the city gets its family-friendly spooky on with events (including music, tours, attractions and more) throughout the Halloween season.  This year, Halloweentown star Kimberly J. Brown (Marnie Piper), along with cast members Judith Hoag (Gwen Cromwell Piper) and J. Paul Zimmerman (Dylan Piper), will be at the Spirit of Halloweentown on Saturday, October 14.  Go to the Discover Columbia County website and click on the Spirit of Halloweentown Agenda and Tickets for a PDF containing details about their visit and photo ops.

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Also happening today at the Spirit of Halloweentown is the St Helens Monster Dash, a 5K and 10K run benefiting local military veterans.  Oh, and you'll have to outrun the slow moving zombies you'll encounter on the course!  For more details and entry information, visit the St Helens Monster Dash website.

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Weird Elephant at The Grand Cinema (606 S Fawcett Ave in Tacoma, WA) continues the Heavy Hitters of Horror series with Rosemary's Baby tonight at 11 pm.  For more details, including a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Jello Underground, Seattle's female underground wrestling troupe, presents a Halloween Bash at 9 pm (doors open at 8) tonight at Evolv Fitness (1317 Republican St in Seattle, WA).  In addition to jello wrestling, join in the post match dance party, costume contest and much more.  This event is open to those 16 or older, and you can enjoy a full bar if you're over 21 and have ID.  Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 on the date of the show.  For more details, and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Jello Underground website.

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The Idaho Horror Film Festival and the Boise Public Library hosts a screening of Frankenweenie at 11 am today at The Egyptian Theatre (700 W Main St in Boise, ID).  Admission is free, and kids are invited to dress up, as there will be prizes for the best costume.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Idaho Horror Film Festival hosts a screening of Stanley Kubrick's The Shining at 9 pm tonight at The Egyptian Theatre (700 W Main St in Boise, ID).  Admission is free for IHFF passholders, or $10 through The Egyptian Theatre website.  For more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Join the Friends of Lone Fir Cemetery for the Guided Historical Tour at the Lone Fir Cemetery (SE 26th Ave and SE Morrison St in Portland, OR) today at 10 am.  This tour is of the area of the 30 acre cemetery south of the main road.  Tickets are $10 per person and all proceeds to to cemetery restoration and education.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Well, I guess you can learn something new when you least expect it.  The modern meaning of the Japanese word kawaii is cute.  That's the simple translation, but you can check out the Wikipedia page for more details concerning the etymology of the word and its various expressions.  Anyway, Mahouto Market and Kawaii in Seattle invite you to KawaiiWeen: A Creepy Cute Celebration from noon to 8 pm today at Nagomi Tea House (519 6th Ave S in Seattle, WA).  This free event features will feature an Artist Alley, a Cosplay Contest, a Coloring Contest and a photobooth by Fearless Photoworks.  Win prizes, get some candy, chat with new and returning artists and have a spooky cute time!  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Sunday, October 15

Bruce Campbell's book tour for Hail to the Chin makes its final Pacific Northwest stop at the Medford Barnes and Noble (1400 Biddle Rd in Medford, OR) tonight.  No additional details are available at this time, so 
check back later, or visit the Hail to the Chin book tour website closer to the event date. 

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McMenamins Mission Theater (1624 NW Glisan St in Portland, OR) screens Brian DePalma's version of Stephen King's first novel, Carrie, through Thursday, October 19.  Showtime vary, so for more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Mission Theater website.

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Fathom Events is bringing The Princess Bride back to theaters for a special 30th Anniversary Event today and Wednesday, October 18, at 2 and 7 pm.  The presentation includes interviews with Ben Mankiewicz and director Rob Reiner.  For more details, and to find a theater in your area, visit the Fathom Events Website.