If you were a 90’s kid, chances are there was a point in time when AOL Instant Messenger was a huge part of your life. You likely remember the CD, your first screenname, your carefully curated away messages, and how you organized your buddy lists.

After 20 years, AOL is finally shutting down AIM. Join us at Ground Kontrol to pour one out for the little yellow man as he goes into retirement.

It's Friday evening. You're wiped. But you're still in the mood for something entertaining.

​Well, unfortunately, this ain't it.

​But it is an opportunity to join folks from the Portland startup community for a little watch party — all from the comfort of your own keyboard.