In 30 minutes I will finally be allowed to leave work. From here, I'll be heading around town with a camera to soak in as much of the drama as possible. Here's a list of places I'm heading that will no doubt turn me away at the door. !#@#!! lack of press credentials.

The Oregon Repulicans' shindig: Downtown Marriott

Tom Potter for Mayor: Melody Ballroom, 615 SE Alder Street.

Jim Francesconi for Mayor: Northwest Labor Council, 11th & Madison.

The Portland Mercury's "KERRY WINS!" event: Doug Fir, East Burnside & 7th.

Rock the Vote & Willamette Week: Bossanova, 722 E Burnside.

Wyden, Wu, Adams, Fish, the no on 36 campaign, etc: Portland Convention Center.