BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME;VALUE=TEXT:Seattle Press Event Calendar PRODID:-//Clark Internet Publishing\, Inc//Sitemaker 2.3//EN X-WR-RELCALID;VALUE=TEXT:1C3E2CFE-C435-11D6-805E-003065F198AC X-WR-TIMEZONE;VALUE=TEXT:US/Pacific CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALDESC: BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1208409606-2609@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080416T142006Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080522T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080522T120000 SUMMARY:"Outside The Box" Stone Soup Theatre's One-Act Playwright Festival DESCRIPTION:Stone Soup Theatre presents its second original one act play festival\, ‘Out side the Box\,’ Thur - Sun\, May 22 – June 1. Ten northwest playwrights wr estle with characters that live outside traditional mores - be it physical\, mental\, spiritual. May 22 – June 1\, Thur - Sat at 8 p.m. \nSun Mat at 3 p .m. \nFEATURED WRITERS \nJames Bell\, Lyn Coffin\, LA Herberlein\, Wendy Jo seph\, Caitlin Gilman\, Carl Nelson\, Nicola Pearson\, PJ Perry\, Dave Tucke r & Bill Robison \n$10 Fri – Sun\, $5 Thurs LOCATION:Stone Soup Theatre \n4035 Stone Way N \nSeattle\, Wa 98103 CONTACT:Maureen Miko\, stonesouptheater@earthlink.net\, 206-633-1883 URL:www.stonesouptheatre.com CATEGORIES:Drama SPONSOR:Stone Soup Theatre RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1211089869-2637@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080517T145109Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080524T140000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080524T120000 SUMMARY:J-Minus Cafe Musical Performance DESCRIPTION:The J-Minus crew are making quite a sensation in their native Seattle\, the home of many burgeoning artists such as Nirvana and Death Cab for Cutie. Alt hough they're far from Cobain's grunge sounds\, they are reminiscent of Ben Gibbard's wistful ballads and John Mayer's lyrical laments. \n \nContinuing to play at local venues after their success with their debut album "The Sun and the Moon\,"(2006) J-Minus is a rarity. \n \nA splash of acoustic riffs \, a dash of innovative storytelling\, this isn't your average "alternative" band. What more could you ask for? \n \nVisit the artists' websites for mor e details: \n \nhttp://www.myspace.com/jminus LOCATION:1501 Fourth Ave. \nSeattle\, WA 98121 CONTACT:Seattle Borders Books & Music\, 206-622-4599 CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Borders Books & Music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1211092062-2638@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080517T152742Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080524T150000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080524T120000 SUMMARY:Dana Fredsti & Jess Lourey Book Signings DESCRIPTION:Dana Fredsti's “Murder for Hire" centers on a semi-fictional theatrical grou p that is best known for murder mystery role-playing … until one night\, whe n the line between acting and real life becomes blurred. \n \nThe novel is a well-executed throwback to the era of film noir dramas of the late 1940’s: fedora\, trenchcoats\, stylish heroines and all. \n \n“August Moon” is the fourth novel in the successful "Murder-by-Month” series by Jess Lourey. Re aders will enjoy the events that ripple through the seemingly tranquil town of Battle Lake\, Minnesota. A refreshingly strong heroine steps into the rol e of detective in this scorching summer mystery. LOCATION:2415 4th Avenue W. \nOlympia\, WA \n98502 CONTACT:Olympia Borders Books\, 360-352-3438 CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Olympia Borders Books END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210356283-2629@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080509T030443Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080524T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080524T010000 SUMMARY:DIMENSIONS Opening DESCRIPTION:The Living loft presents the work of Marianne Maksirisombat. The show will r un through July 2008. \n \nMarianne Maksirisombat’s work is a colorful jour ney through the abstract\, a passionate exploration of vivid hues and evocat ive color combinations. DIMENSIONS will include painted three dimensional f ormed steel and canvas pieces as well as traditional painted canvases. DIMEN SIONS challenges the viewer to look not only at these three dimensional piec es\, but interact with them. LOCATION:76 Cedar St. #103 At Western Avenue Two Blocks South Of The Sculpture Park. CONTACT:Edward Jordan\, metajordan@msn.com\, 206-326-9675 CATEGORIES:Fine Arts SPONSOR:The Living Loft Gallery END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210731884-2631@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080513T112444Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080530T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080530T120000 SUMMARY:Amma's Seattle Visit DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this special time with Amma in a free public program of i nspirational music\, meditation\, spiritual discourse and darshan ("blessing " or hug). Numbered tokens to receive Amma's personal blessing are distribut ed one hour before the start of the program. LOCATION:Seattle Center Fisher Pavilion \n305 Harrison St \nSeattle\, WA 98109 CONTACT:Kumuda\, ammaseattle@yahoo.com\, 206-799-6846 URL:http://seattlesatsang.amma.org/ CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Amma Seattle Satsang END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210731923-2632@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080513T112523Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080530T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080530T120000 SUMMARY:Amma's Seattle Visit DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this special time with Amma in a free public program of i nspirational music\, meditation\, spiritual discourse and darshan ("blessing " or hug). Numbered tokens to receive Amma's personal blessing are distribut ed one hour before the start of the program. LOCATION:Seattle Center Fisher Pavilion \n305 Harrison St \nSeattle\, WA 98109 CONTACT:Kumuda\, ammaseattle@yahoo.com\, 206-799-6846 URL:http://seattlesatsang.amma.org/ CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Amma Seattle Satsang END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210382686-2630@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080509T102446Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080531T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080531T160000 SUMMARY:Northwest Boychoir Announces Open Auditions For New Members DESCRIPTION:The Northwest Boychoir announced that it will hold open auditions for new me mbers on Saturday\, May 31 at its offices at the University Heights Communit y Center in Seattle’s University District. Boys between the ages of 6 and 9 are eligible. No previous music or vocal training is necessary. Auditions ar e by appointment. New members will begin in September 2008 \n \nAudition app ointments are scheduled through the Northwest Choirs office by calling 206-5 24-3234. Auditions are private and low-key\, designed to make those audition ing feel comfortable and relaxed. Auditions are about 15 minutes long\, and parents are strongly encouraged to be present. LOCATION:University Heights Center \n5031 University Way NE\, #NB2 \nSeattle\, WA 981 05 CONTACT:The Northwest Choirs\, nwc@northwestchoirs.org\, 206.524.3234 URL:www.nwchoirs.org CATEGORIES:Fine Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1209774774-2620@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080502T093254Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080531T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080531T170000 SUMMARY:'Visions From Our Ancestors' DESCRIPTION:'Visions from our Ancestors' \n \n \nNative American\, Alaskan Native\, Ind igenous Tribes\, Urban Natives\,Two-Spirit & Non-Two Spirit Natives! \nAll Native Art\, Crafts & Performances\; By Unangax Dancers\, Drummers\, Flutist \, Spoken Word\, Red Eagle Soaring Youth And Native Art by Artist on site.Sa turday May 31st 2008 \n1:00pm-till-5:00pm \nAt Langston Hughes Performing A rts Center \n104 17th Ave. South. Seattle WA. \nAdmission $10.00 Will rece ive one free raffle ticket toward raffle of Native Art/Craft made by Artist in the show! LOCATION:Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center \n104-17th Ave. South Seattle Wa. 981 44 \n206-684-4791 CONTACT:Magenta Marie Spinningwind\, SpinningwindProductions@hotmail.com\, 206-387-3737 CATEGORIES:Community Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1209774834-2621@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080502T093354Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080531T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080531T170000 SUMMARY:'Visions From Our Ancestors' DESCRIPTION:'Visions from our Ancestors' \n \n \nNative American\, Alaskan Native\, Ind igenous Tribes\, Urban Natives\,Two-Spirit & Non-Two Spirit Natives! \nAll Native Art\, Crafts & Performances\; By Unangax Dancers\, Drummers\, Flutist \, Spoken Word\, Red Eagle Soaring Youth And Native Art by Artist on site.Sa turday May 31st 2008 \n1:00pm-till-5:00pm \nAt Langston Hughes Performing A rts Center \n104 17th Ave. South. Seattle WA. \nAdmission $10.00 Will rece ive one free raffle ticket toward raffle of Native Art/Craft made by Artist in the show! LOCATION:Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center \n104-17th Ave. South Seattle Wa. 981 44 \n206-684-4791 CONTACT:Magenta Marie Spinningwind\, SpinningwindProductions@hotmail.com\, 206-387-3737 CATEGORIES:Community Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210227990-2627@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080507T152630Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080531T140000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080531T120000 SUMMARY:Debra Arlyn - Borders Cafe Performance DESCRIPTION:Awarded “Best Female Artist of the Year” at the Portland Music Awards\, Debr a Arlyn has an impressive musical history for her 23 years. \n \nWith a dyn amic soulful voice\, her emotions pour into her music and listeners will be drawn in by Arlyn’s humble demeanor. Drawing praises from Randy Jackson of “ American Idol” and a multitude of record labels\, she has still managed to m aintain her indie status. \n \n Her new CD “Tomorrow Another Day” is availa ble now! LOCATION:1501 Fourth Ave. \nSeattle\, WA CONTACT:Borders Books & Music\, 206-622-4599 URL:http://www.myspace.com/debraarlyn CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Seattle Borders Books END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210113819-2623@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080506T074339Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080601T160000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080601T213000 SUMMARY:ZYDECO SUNDAY With Capt. Leroy And The Zydeco Locals DESCRIPTION:Doors open 4pm\, dinner reservations recommended. Zydeco Basics dance class \, 4:45pm\, $5. Dance from 6:30pm to can’t-sit-still dance music from the Lo uisiana Bayous with this jumpin’ zydeco band\, the best in the Northwest\, $ 15. Come for a dance lesson and dinner or later to enjoy beverages\, food\, and the exciting blues club atmosphere. Promises much fun for both couples and singles – Always lots of friendly new people to meet and dance with. M ore info and music at www.scn.org/zydeco/sundays . LOCATION:The Highway 99 Blues Club \n1414 Alaskan Way (On The Waterfront\, Across Fro m The Aquarium) \nSeattle\, WA 98101 CONTACT:Highway 99 Blues Club\, ladynwlagniappe@aol.com\, 206-382-2171 URL:http://www.scn.org/zydeco/sundays CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:The Highway 99 Blues Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210963566-2636@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080516T034606Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080601T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080601T200000 SUMMARY:Free Family Movie Night DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening as we enjoy a family movie from 6-8 pm. For more information about the movie to be shown\, visit the web address provided. R efresments are provided. LOCATION:Renton First United Methodist Church CONTACT:Renton First United Methodist Church\, 425-255-5403 URL:www.gbgm-umc.org/renton1stumc CATEGORIES:Community Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210732014-2633@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080513T112654Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080602T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080602T120000 SUMMARY:Amma's Seattle Visit - Devi Bhava DESCRIPTION:Devi Bhava public programs are free and begin with a puja (worship ceremony and meditation for peace)\, followed by unique time with Amma in the traditi on of the Divine Mother. Live music is played throughout the night while Amm a gives darshan ("blessing") to every individual who comes to her. \n \nIf y ou are coming for the puja\, plan to arrive by 5:30 PM to assure best seatin g. LOCATION:Puyallup Fair & Event Center \nThe Pavilion (near Gold Gate Entrance) \n110 9th Ave SW \nPuyallup\, WA 98371 CONTACT:Kumuda\, ammaseattle@yahoo.com\, 206-799-6846 URL:http://seattlesatsang.amma.org/ CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Amma Seattle Satsang END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1211226712-2639@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080519T045152Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080606T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080606T103000 SUMMARY:Sea Shanty Sing DESCRIPTION:All hands on deck! This month's sea shanty sing is aboard the Historic Schoo ner Adventuress\, in Elliott Bay Marina. The scintillating all female group Broadside leads this month's sing\, with Matthew Moeller as host. CD's\, gif ts\, refreshments. Free\; donations welcome. LOCATION:The Historic Schooner Adventuress \nElliott Bay Marina \n2601 W. Marina Plac e \nSeattle\, WA 98199 CONTACT:Alice Winship\, seaport@oz.net\, 206-447-9800 URL:www.nwseaport.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:NW Seaport RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1211991587-2645@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080528T011947Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080607T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080607T120000 SUMMARY:The Tudor Choir DESCRIPTION:The 12-voice group directed by Doug Fullington performs ambient musical mast erpieces of the 15th and 16th centuries and also explores early American mus ic and contemporary works. Tudor \nChoir recordings have been hailed in Gram ophone and The New York Times. The concert at Blessed Sacrament will feature English\, \nFlemish\, and Italian Polyphony. LOCATION:Blessed Sacrament Church \n5041 8th Avenue NE \nSeattle 98105 CONTACT:Debbie Gonzalez\, dgonzalez@bspwa.org\, 206.547.3020 URL:www.tudorchoir.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Dominican Centennial END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1212686229-2650@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080605T021709Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080608T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080608T120000 SUMMARY:FREE Sneak Preview Of 'Lord Save Us From Your Followers' Film With Director Dan DESCRIPTION:FREE Sneak Preview Movie - "Lord Save Us From Your Followers" - Sunday June 8th\, 6:00 pm \n \nMeet Filmmaker Dan Merchant! Northshore Christian Church and filmmaker Dan Merchant will host a free sneak preview of "Lord Save Us From Your Followers" on June 8th at 6:00 pm \nDan will lead a discussion and answer your questions. Join us for this energetic documentary\, which explo res the collision of faith and culture in America. Fed up with the angry\, s trident language filling he airwaves that has come to represent the Chrstian faith\, director (and Christian follower) Dan Merchant set out to discover why the Gospel of Love is dividing America. LOCATION:Northshore Christian Church \n5700 23rd Drive West CONTACT:Emily\, 425-407-1119 URL:www.northshorechristian.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Northshore Christian Church END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1212114536-2648@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080529T112856Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080608T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080608T120000 SUMMARY:Noah Peterson DESCRIPTION:Recording artist and saxophonist Noah Peterson performs selections from his newest release "Duos & Trios" at Sentosa's in Kirkland. Please join Noah fo r a intimate evening of jazz from an original voice. LOCATION:Sentosa's Asian Cusine \n107 Lake Street \nKirkland\, WA CONTACT:Noah\, noahpeterson@hotmail.com\, 503-703-9516 URL:www.noahpeterson.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210962037-2635@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080516T032037Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080613T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080613T120000 SUMMARY:The Vampire Diaries - S.T.I.F.F. Screening DESCRIPTION:A dark comedy about a family taking care of their vampire daughter. S.T.I.F .F. Family Values Award. LOCATION:Capitol Hill Arts Center CONTACT:Phil Messerer\, sugarfactoryfilms@yahoo.com\, 323 802 4840 URL:www.vampirediariesmovie.com CATEGORIES:Drama SPONSOR:Seattle True Independent Film Festival END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1211231281-2641@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080519T060801Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080614T160000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080614T183000 SUMMARY:Staged Reading Of James Joyce's Ulysses DESCRIPTION:The Wild Geese Players bring James Joyce's masterpiece of Irish literature t o life\, in a staged reading of Chapter 14 of Ulysses\, "The Oxen of the Sun ." Thrill to the rush of the English language in a multitude of literary st yles\, including Joyce's famed stream of consciousness writing. Join Leopold Bloom on his heroic trek through Dublin in 1904. This year's chapter is set in a maternity hospital\, where more than babies are being born. LOCATION:Elliott Bay Book Co. \n101 S. Main St. \nSeattle\, WA 98104 CONTACT:Wendy Joseph\, wjoseph@cmc.net\, 206-819-9924 CATEGORIES:Drama SPONSOR:The Wild Geese Players END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210112492-2622@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080506T072132Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080614T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080614T230000 SUMMARY:SWAMP SOUL Cajun/Creole/Zydeco Dance Band DESCRIPTION:Traditional and contemporary Cajun\, Creole\, and zydeco dance music from Lo uisiana. \n \nMultiple waltzes\, easy two-steps\, varied swing\, and sultry Louisiana blues. Much fun for both couples and singles - Always lots of fri endly new people to meet and dance with. \n \nBand Website with music sample s: http://www.www.swampsoulband.com \n \nCOST: $12 (Over 21 only) LOCATION:The Highliner Pub \n3909 18th Avenue West (at Fisherman's Terminal) \nSeattl e\, WA 98119 CONTACT:The Highliner Pub\, thehighlinerpub@hotmail.com\, 206-283-2233 URL:http://www.highlinerpub.com/ CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:The Highliner Pub END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1210793039-2634@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080514T042359Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080618T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080618T210000 SUMMARY:Faces Of Hope DESCRIPTION:The Day My God Died is a feature-length documentary that presents the storie s of young girls whose lives have been shattered by the child sex trade. The y describe the day they were abducted from their village and sold into sexua l servitude as\, “The Day My God Died.” \n \nCrooked Trails\, would like to invite the community to look at the Faces of Hope. A fundraiser to help com bat child sex slavery\, the night will involve a movie screening of "The Day My God Died" and a photo exhibition by Jeff Speigner. Bracelets made by vi ctims of the sex trade will be available for sale. Contact Brittany at Brit tany@crookedtrails.com for reserved tickets. LOCATION:911 Media Arts Center CONTACT:Brittany\, brittany@crookedtrails.com\, 206-383-9828 URL:www.crookedtrails.com CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Crooked Trails END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1213672892-2657@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080616T122132Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080619T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080619T220000 SUMMARY:Murder Mystery Dinner Theater On The Steamship Virginia V DESCRIPTION:Join It's a Mystery\, the Northwest's premiere interactive mystery theater c ompany and the historic Steamship Virginia V for a full moon celebration and 'mind bending' adventure aboard the High Seas\, with a Murder Mystery Dinne r Cruise around Lake Union and Lake Washington. \nIt's A Mystery was previou sly seen aboard the Spirit of Washington Dinner Train for over 10 years LOCATION:Steamship Virginia V \nHeritage Wharf \n860 Terry Ave \nSeattle\, WA 98109 CONTACT:Kim Dubois\, tickets@virginiav.org\, 206-624-9119 URL:http://www.virginiav.org CATEGORIES:Drama SPONSOR:Events On The Edge & Steamship Virginia V END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1211227312-2640@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080519T050152Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080621T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080621T223000 SUMMARY:Whateverly Brothers/BOWI Concert DESCRIPTION:Drawing from a rich and varied musical history\, The Whateverly Brothers har ken to the folksinger tradition that: "No musical style is sacred". Weigh an chor! Raise the glass! Sing along! \n \nBOWI: Kickin' Celtic Music! For yea rs\, BOWI has been entertaining audiences with a blend of traditional Celtic music and unique energy\, playing reels\, exciting vocals\, and beautiful b allads. For more information: \nhttp://www.bowiband.com/ LOCATION:Center For Wooden Boats \n1010 Valley St. \nSeattle\, WA 98104 CONTACT:Alice Winship\, seaport@oz.net\, 206-447-9800 URL:www.nwseaport.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:NW Seaport END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1213900873-2659@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080619T034113Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080624T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080624T120000 SUMMARY:World Harmony Run Events DESCRIPTION:The World Harmony Run is a global torch relay promoting international friend ship and harmony through sports. It arrives in Seattle June 24th. Join the r unners at 2 pm that day to honor Seattle citizens who have worked for harmon y in our community. \nThis public reception and awards ceremony will take be held at Silence-Heart-Nest Restaurant\, at 3508 Fremont Pl. North. \nPlease call: (206) 522-2700 to run with the torch or for more details\, or visit our website: \nwww.worldharmonyrun.org/USA LOCATION:Silence-Heart-Nest Restaurant \n3508 Fremont Pl. N. \nSeattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Pipasa Glass\, pipasa@worldharmonyrun.org\, (206) 522-2700 URL:http://www.worldharmonyrun.org/USA CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:World Harmony Run\, A Non-profit Headqarted In N.Y. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1213910395-2660@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080619T061955Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080625T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080625T160000 SUMMARY:Seattle Central Little League 'Fields For The Future' Renovation DESCRIPTION:Seattle Central Little League has been selected as one of five winners natio nwide in Ace Hardware’s fourth annual “Fields For The Future” charitable pro gram\, a community initiative to make fields safe and fun across the country . \n \nHome improvement expert Lou Manfredini will be on hand to lead the r enovation. Local volunteers are welcome to come out and help with the renova tion! LOCATION:Seattle Central Little League \n \nBailey Gatzert Playfield \n \n1301 E. Yes ler Way \n \nSeattle\, WA 98122 CONTACT:Elizabeth Fitzgerald\, efitzgerald@webershandwick.com CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Ace Hardware END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1212094509-2647@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080529T055509Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080626T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080626T120000 SUMMARY:Nell's Restaurant Honors Antonin Carême June 26 DESCRIPTION:Nell's Restaurant Honors Legendary Chef Antonin Carême June 26th. \n \nJoin Chef Philip Mihalski and Seattle food personality\, Ernie Pino\, at Nell’s J une 26th in a tribute to this legend who marked history with his passion for food. With paired wines\, background\, and recipe recreations we hope to ho nor Carême\, and bring him to life. \n \nNell's Chef Tribute Dinner series\, which has included chefs like Julia Child\, James Beard\, Pierre Franey\, a nd Vincent Price (yes\, that Vincent Price!)\, pays homage to great past che fs\, food authors\, and critics who made a significant mark in food history. "We endeavor to pay tribute and faithfully follow their r LOCATION:6804 E. Greenlake Way N. \nSeattle\, WA 98115 CONTACT:Philip Mihalski\, nellsrestaurant@qwest.net\, 206-524-4044 URL:http://www.nellsrestaurant.com/ CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Nell's Restaurant END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1213569306-2656@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080615T073506Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080706T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080706T200000 SUMMARY:Free Family Movie Night DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening as we enjoy a family movie from 6-8 pm. For more i nformation about the movie to be shown\, visit the web address provided and scroll down to movie night. Refresments are provided LOCATION:Renton First United Methodist Church \n2201 NE 4th St \nRenton WA 98056 CONTACT:425-255-5403 URL:http://www.gbgm-umc.org/renton1stumc CATEGORIES:Community Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1213139724-2654@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080610T081524Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080711T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080711T213000 SUMMARY:Practical Wisdom To Get The Most Out Of Life DESCRIPTION:A seminar with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar \n \nBreathing and Meditation Techniques to Manage Mind and Emotions. \n \nThis transformative evening will include instruction in powerful breathing techniques\, guided meditation\, and a wi sdom session with His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. \n \nHis Holiness Sri S ri Ravi Shankar is a renowned spiritual leader and humanitarian whose missio n of uniting the world into a violence-free global family has inspired milli ons around the globe. An icon of non-violence\, human values and universal b rotherhood\, he seeks global peace through service and fostering human value s. LOCATION:The Westin- Grand Ballroom \n1900 Fifth Ave.\, Seattle WA 98101 CONTACT:Ashwini\, events@us.artofliving.org\, 1-888-MY-ARTOFLIVING URL:http://events.artofliving.org/seattle CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Art Of Living Foundation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1213024265-2652@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080609T001105Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080714T083000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080714T170000 SUMMARY:National Council On Disability Quarterly Meeting DESCRIPTION:The National Council on Disability (NCD) will conduct its next quarterly mee ting at the Renaissance Seattle Hotel\, 515 Madison Street\, Seattle\, Washi ngton\, beginning Monday\, July 14 and ending Wednesday\, July 16. LOCATION:Renaissance Seattle Hotel \n515 Madison Street \nSeattle\, WA CONTACT:Mark S. Quigley\, mquigley@ncd.gov\, 202-272-2008 URL:www.ncd.gov CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:National Council On Disability END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216080296-2669@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080714T090456Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080716T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080716T203000 SUMMARY:Kaplan Test Prep Holds Free Business School Seminar In Seattle In July! DESCRIPTION:The Business Insider Event will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on We dnesday\, July 16th at the Seattle Public Library\, Downtown Branch (1000 Fo urth Ave\; Seattle\, WA 98104) – WaMu room. Panelists include admissions off icers from local MBA programs such as the University of Washington\, and Sea ttle University\, a Program Manager for Windows Live of Microsoft-MSN\, and a Kaplan Alumni and Matriculated Business School Student. \n \nFor more inf ormation and to register\, please call 1-800-KAP-TEST or visit kaptest.com/i nsider. The room assignment is available after registration LOCATION:Seattle Public Library - Downtown Branch (1000 Fourth Ave\; Seattle\, WA 981 04) CONTACT:Dorian Taylor\, dorian.taylor@kaptest.com\, 1-800-kaptest URL:www.kaptest.com/insider CATEGORIES:Business SPONSOR:Seattle Kaplan Test Prep And Admissions And The Seattle Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1212063999-2646@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080528T212639Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080717T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080717T120000 SUMMARY:Summer Dance At The Center DESCRIPTION:ARC Dance Company opens July 17\, 2008\, for a three-evening program at Seat tle Center’s Bagley Wright/Leo Kreielsheimer Theatre. The program consists o f separate works by The Foundry co-founder Alex Ketley\, Artistic Director M arie Chong\, Resident Choreographer Betsy Cooper\, and choreographers Kirk M idtskog and Christy McNeil. Several new professional dancers are joining ARC to present a selection of neoclassical\, theater/dance\, and modern works i n the intimate setting of the Leo K. Theatre on July 17\, 18\, and 19. LOCATION:Bagley Wright/ Leo Kreielsheimer Theatre \n155 Mercer Street \nSeattle\, WA \n98109 CONTACT:Marie Chong\, info@arcdance.org\, 206-352-0799 URL:www.arcdance.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1215797489-2667@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080711T023129Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080718T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080720T120000 SUMMARY:GRAND OPENING Of The New AMC Southcenter DESCRIPTION:The new AMC Southcenter 16 movie theater at Westfield Southcenter will open to the public on July 18th! Games\, prizes and other complimentary giveaway s will happen all weekend. All guests who visit the AMC Southcenter 16 betw een July 18-24 will receive one free small popcorn with each ticket purchase d. \n \nFree Movies for a Year red carpet giveaway on July 25th! Starting at noon\, the first 100 people to walk the red carpet dressed as their favo rite movie character or celebrity will win free movies for a whole year! \ n \nThe new AMC Southcenter 16 is located at 3600 Southcenter Mall in Tukwil a\, WA 98188. Be there to see it! LOCATION:AMC Southcenter 16\, Westfield Southcenter Mall\; 3600 Southcenter Mall\; Tu kwila\, WA 98188 CATEGORIES:Community Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216448038-2675@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080718T151358Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080718T133000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080718T160000 SUMMARY:6th Day Dance Company Auditions DESCRIPTION:6th Day will be holding auditions for the performing company on Sunday Augus t 10th 2008. Dancers interested in auditioning must contact the Artistic Di rector to make an appointment to audition and must turn in a completed audit ion application prior to August 10th. The Artistic Director can be contacte d at: director@sixthdaydance.org or at #206.228.5717 . Company membership i s a volunteer position with the possibility of a dancer stipend\, which is based on experience\, education\, skill level\, commitment\, and other invol vement in the company. Dancers interested in applying need to be of an adva nced level in skill. LOCATION:Ballet Academy Of Performing Arts At 22811 100th Ave W\, Edmonds\, WA 98020 CONTACT:Lyndee Breece\, director@sixthdaydance.org\, 206-228-5717 URL:www.sixthdaydance.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:6th Day Dance Company END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1209510935-2617@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080429T081535Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080719T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080719T120000 SUMMARY:Wedgwood Art Fetival DESCRIPTION:The third annual Wedgwood Art Festival will feature neighborhood artist's or iginal jewelry\, paintings\, photography\, pottery\, garden art\, woodworkin g\, glass\, and many other items. There will be many art activities for chi ldren. Come to appreciate performances by the 85th St Band\, Dukes and Diva and other local musicians. LOCATION:HomeStreet Bank Parking Lot \n8200 35th Ave NE \nSeattle\, WA 98115 CONTACT:Nancy Reed\, wedgwoodartfestival@gmail.com\, 206-523-8496 URL:http://wedgwoodfestival.googlepages.com/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1215762155-2666@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080710T164235Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080724T173000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080724T220000 SUMMARY:A Night In Durbar Square: Bringing Nepal To Seattle And Education To Nepal DESCRIPTION:Experience the wonder of Nepal’s Durbar Square as the vendors\, music\, peop le and spirit of one of the world’s most beautiful sites is brought to Seatt le. Local Nepalese vendors will be on hand for momo tastings\, tea samplings \, as well as handicrafts and art. Featured presentations will be made by A rtXchange Director and Namaste Children’s Fund co-founder\, Cora Edmonds\; C rooked Trails Executive Director and world traveler Chris Mackay\; and a ver y special presentation by international scholar and philosopher Dr. C.M. Yog i from Katmandu\, Nepal. \n \nAttendees will have the opportunity to sponso r a Nepalese child’s education for a year. All tick LOCATION:ArtXchange - 512 1st Ave S. CONTACT:Mia Reyes\, mia@crookedtrails.com\, 206-383-9828 URL:http://www.crookedtrails.com CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:Crooked Trails And ArtXchange END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1215146240-2665@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080703T133720Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080726T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080726T233000 SUMMARY:Puget Sound Zydeco Cajun Dance Camp DESCRIPTION:Dance lessons and cultural presentations during the day\; \n Dancing to th e music of the Louisiana Bayous at night\; \n Extras such as a Mardi Gras parade\, Mardi Gras lines\, cultural information\; \n Nationally recognize d dance instructors and musicians\; \n Fun\, festive atmosphere. LOCATION:Shilshole Bay Beach Club \n6413 Seaview Ave NW \nSeattle\, WA 98107 CONTACT:Laura Taylor\, ladynwlagniappe@aol.com\, 206-230-4213 URL:http://www.scn.org/zydeco/dancecamp CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Northwest Cajun Zydeco Music And Dance Association END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1214882118-2661@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080630T121518Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080728T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080728T203000 SUMMARY:Cool Companies Forum DESCRIPTION:Participate in a discussion on how businesses can be a part of the solution to global climate change. The agenda includes how to engage more businesses and how businesses can decrease their carbon footprint. Hear from those who have already started this process and how you can get involved to make your business or employer a Cool Company too. Special emphasis will be placed on how to work within your company to get your employer to become a Cool Compan y and be a part of the solution to global climate change. LOCATION:Seattle R.E.I. \n222 Yale Ave N \nSeattle 98109 CONTACT:Jessica Eagle\, jessica.eagle@sierraclub.org\, 206.378.0114 URL:http://cascade.sierraclub.org/ CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:Sierra Club Cascade Chapter END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216679227-2680@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080721T072707Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080730T173000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080730T190000 SUMMARY:Pocock Rowing Center Open House DESCRIPTION:The Pocock Rowing Center is holding an open house Wednesday\, July 30th from 5:30 - 7pm. Anyone who is interested in the motion of rowing and the sport of Crew should come down for a free Introduction featuring a slide show\, a lesson on the water\, Q and A\, and snacks and beverages. \n \nThe PRC offe rs monthly Learn to Row programs for youths (Ages 13-18) and adults - more i nformation can be found on our website: www.pocockrowingcenter.org \n \nWe h ope to see you there! LOCATION:3320 Fuhrman Ave E. \nSeattle WA\, 98102 \n(at The Southern End Of The Unive rsity Bridge) CONTACT:PRC\, info@pocockrowingcenter.org\, 206-328-0778 URL:www.pocockrowingcenter.org CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:The Pocock Rowing Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216080596-2670@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080714T090956Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080730T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080730T203000 SUMMARY:Kaplan Test Prep Holds Free Law School Seminar In Seattle! DESCRIPTION:The Law School Insider event will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesda y\, July 30\, 2008 at The Seattle Center Northwest Room\, Lopez (305 Harriso n Street Seattle\, WA 98109). Panelists include J.D. Admissions from Univers ity of Washington's School of Law\, the Associate Director of Admissions fro m Seattle University's School of Law\, the Assistant Director of Admissions from Gonzaga University's School of Law\, a third-year law student from Seat tle University\, and a Public Defender. \n \nFor more information and to r egister\, please call 1-800-KAP-TEST or visit kaptest.com/insider. The room assignment is available after registration. LOCATION:The Seattle Center Northwest Room\, Lopez (305 Harrison Street Seattle\, WA 98109). CONTACT:Dorian Taylor\, dorian.taylor@kaptest.com\, 1-800-kaptest URL:www.kaptest.com/insider CATEGORIES:Business SPONSOR:Seattle Kaplan Test Prep And Admissions And The Seattle Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216080877-2671@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080714T091437Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080730T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080730T203000 SUMMARY:Kaplan Test Prep Holds Free Law School Seminar In Seattle! DESCRIPTION:The Law School Insider event will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesda y\, July 30\, 2008 at The Seattle Center Northwest Room\, Lopez (305 Harriso n Street Seattle\, WA 98109). Panelists include J.D. Admissions from Univers ity of Washington's School of Law\, the Associate Director of Admissions fro m Seattle University's School of Law\, the Assistant Director of Admissions from Gonzaga University's School of Law\, a third-year law student from Seat tle University\, and a Public Defender. \n \nFor more information and to r egister\, please call 1-800-KAP-TEST or visit kaptest.com/insider. The room assignment is available after registration. LOCATION:The Seattle Center Northwest Room\, Lopez (305 Harrison Street Seattle\, WA 98109). CONTACT:Dorian Taylor\, dorian.taylor@kaptest.com\, 1-800-kaptest URL:www.kaptest.com/insider CATEGORIES:Business SPONSOR:Seattle Kaplan Test Prep And Admissions And The Seattle Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1212812883-2651@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080606T132803Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080801T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080803T120000 SUMMARY:Umoja Fest - Aug 1-3\, 2008 DESCRIPTION:Umoja Family Fest & Parade is the oldest and largest African American commun ity festival in the northwest. This weekend long artistic and cultural extr avaganza brings people of all ethnic backgrounds together for a celebration of culture\, education and community building. A major festival highlight is Saturday’s parade of floats\, drill teams\, dance troupes and community org anizations begining at noon and traveling down 23rd avenue from Union street to Judkins Park. Other weekend activities include Children's Day\, African Drum & Dance\, Live Concerts\, and a marketplace of Food/Craft/Resource Boot hs. LOCATION:Judkins Park\, Seattle Washington \n(S. Judkins Street & 23rd Ave S.) CONTACT:Wyking Garrett\, wyking@umojafestnw.com\, 877.505.6306 URL:www.umojafamilyfest.com CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Umoja Fest And African American Heritage Museum & Cultural Center 'Museum Wi thout Walls' Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216418034-2673@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080718T065354Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080802T140000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080802T120000 SUMMARY:Zaslove's Rock & Roll 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Shakespeare’s comedy of mistaken identities in Arne Zaslove’s rollicki ng adaptation featuring classic Fifties’ pop tunes. Set in the Athens High S chool gym on prom night\, 1957\, the words are Shakespeare’s but the charact ers\, wearing poodle skirts and leather jackets\, sing and dance the night a way! Show dates are Saturday & Sunday\, August 2\, 3\, 9\, 10\, 16\, 17\, 23 \, 24\, 2008. All shows are at 2:00 pm. The Kitsap Forest Theater transports you from your everyday life to a magical rhododendron preserve where storie s for all ages have come to life for the past 86 years LOCATION:Kitsap Forest Theater \n3000 Seabeck Hwy. \nBremerton\, WA CONTACT:Kitsap Forest Theater\, showinfo@foresttheater.com\, 206-542-7815 URL:http://www.foresttheater.com/ CATEGORIES:Families RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216260540-2672@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080716T110900Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080803T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080803T120000 SUMMARY:Free Family Movie Night DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family friendly movie. Visit our website for more information . LOCATION:Renton First United Methodist Church \n2201 NE 4th St. Renton\, WA CONTACT:425-255-5403 URL:http://www.gbgm-umc.org/renton1stumc CATEGORIES:Community Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217722236-2691@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080802T091036Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080805T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080805T203000 SUMMARY:Night Out In Hillman City DESCRIPTION:Big Block party on the corner of Rainier Av S and S Findlay Street! CONTACT:Denise Gloster\, denisegloster@yahoo.com\, 206.723.4637 URL:www.hillmancitybiz.org CATEGORIES:Community Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217031675-2681@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080725T092115Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080808T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080808T120000 SUMMARY:Sea Shanty Sing DESCRIPTION:Arrgh! Re-live the days of Tall Ships and Pirates! Bloody Wendy\, Swashbuckl er\, leads this month's shanty sing\; join the chorus or lead one yourself! Sing loud\, matey\, or walk the plank! Gifts\, CDs\, refreshments. Family fr iendly\; come dressed like a pirate! Arrgh! LOCATION:Woodshop\, NW Seaport \n1002 Valley St. \nSeattle\, WA 98104 CONTACT:Wendy Joseph\, wjoseph@cmc.net\, (206) 819-9924 URL:www.nwseaport.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:NW Seaport RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216418320-2674@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080718T065840Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080808T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080808T120000 SUMMARY:Historic Church Celebrates With Rare Latin Mass DESCRIPTION:Rare opportunity to here in Latin the 800 year old Dominican Rite Solemn Hig h Mass\, featuring the music of the celebrated Tudor Choir and 16th century composers Juan Esquivel and Francisco Guerrero LOCATION:Blessed Sacrament Church \n5041 9th Avenue NE \nSeattle\, WA 98105 CONTACT:Jesson Mata\, jmata@bspwa.org\, 206.732.7343 URL:www.bspwa.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Dominican Centennial END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217032738-2683@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080725T093858Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080808T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080808T223000 SUMMARY:Sea Shanty Sing DESCRIPTION:Arrgh! Re-live the days of Tall Ships and Pirates! Bloody Wendy\, Swashbuckl er\, leads this month's Shanty Sing\; join in the chorus or lead one yoursel f! Sing loud\, matey\, or walk the plank! CDs\, gifts and refreshments\; fam ily friendly and FREE! Come dressed like a pirate! Arrgh! LOCATION:Woodshop\, NW Seaport \n1002 Valley St. \nSeattle\, WA 98104 CONTACT:Wendy Joseph\, wjoseph@cmc.net\, (206) 819-9924 URL:www.nwseaport.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:NW Seaport RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216620922-2679@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080720T151522Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080809T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080809T230000 SUMMARY:SWAMP SOUL Cajun/Creole/Zydeco Dance Band DESCRIPTION:Traditional and contemporary Cajun\, Creole\, and zydeco dance music from Lo uisiana. \n \nMultiple waltzes\, easy two-steps\, varied swing\, and sultry Louisiana blues. Much fun for both couples and singles - Always lots of fri endly new people to meet and dance with. \n \nBand Website with music sample s: http://www.www.swampsoulband.com \n \nCOST: $12 (Over 21 only) LOCATION:The Highliner Pub \n3909 18th Avenue West (at Fisherman's Terminal) \nSeattl e\, WA 98119 CONTACT:The Highliner Pub\, thehighlinerpub@hotmail.com\, 206-283-2233 URL:http://www.highlinerpub.com/ CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:The Highliner Pub END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217829093-2692@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080803T145133Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080810T140000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080810T170000 SUMMARY:ANNUAL APPRECIATION DAY BBQ DESCRIPTION:LOCAL MUSLIM LEADERS OPEN IDRISS MOSQUE TO THE PUBLIC \n \nThe Idriss Mosq ue & ICW once again invite our local Faith Communities\, Neighbors\, Friends and the Media to our 7th Annual Community Appreciation Barbecue. \n \nHIS TORY - The Idriss Mosque has not forgotten the overwhelming amount of suppor t the Muslim community received from the entire Puget Sound area after the h orrible 9/11 tragedy. Over 15\,000 local residents RUSHED to visit the Idri ss Mosque as a show of support over a 3-week period following that tragic da y. Cards\, Candles\, Letters\, Posters\, Flowers (over 50 - 5-gallon bucket s full of flowers) were brought to the mosque. LOCATION:Idriss Mosque\, 1420 NE Northgate Way\, Seattle\, WA 98125 CONTACT:April\, 206-362-6983 CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Idriss Moque/Islamic Center Of Washington END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216451728-2676@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080718T161528Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080810T160000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080810T180000 SUMMARY:Apprentice Auditions For 6th Day Dance Company DESCRIPTION:Apprentice Program Auditions on Sunday August 10th from 4-6pm. Dancers inte rested in applying for 6th Day's apprentice program must be 14 years or olde r and have had at least one year of prior dance experience. Dancers interes ted in the Apprentice Program must submit a completed audition application a nd a $25.00 processing fee with the application. This is an excellent progra m for a dancer who is pursuing the development of their craft and who may wa nt to pursue either a professional dance career\, continue their dance educa tion at a college level\, or to use his or her talents to affect a change wi thin their community. LOCATION:Ballet Academy Of Performing Arts At 22811 100th AveW\, Edmonds\, WA 98020 CONTACT:Lyndee Breece\, director@sixthdaydance.org\, 206-228-5717 URL:www.sixthdaydance.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:6th Day Dance Company END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1218501462-2696@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080811T093742Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080813T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080813T120000 SUMMARY:Global Heating: Real\, Rapid\, And Redressable DESCRIPTION:Featuring WPSR Board Member Dave Hall\, MD \n \nJoin us for a presentation a nd discussion on global warming\, the solutions to both our climate crisis a nd our energy crisis\, and what you can do to be a part of creating a sustai nable energy future. Light refreshments will be served. \n \nFree Parking a vailable. This event is free and open to the public\, and is a WPSR Quarterl y Community Production\, with the space donated by the Quaker Experiential S ervice and Training Program. Donations welcome! LOCATION:University Friends Meeting \n4001 9th Ave NE \nSeattle\, WA 98105 CONTACT:Idil Levitas\, idill@wpsr.org\, 206-547-2630 URL:http://www.wpsr.org CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:Washington Physicians For Social Responsibility END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1213055982-2653@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080609T085942Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080816T150000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080816T190000 SUMMARY:Police\, Firefighter & EMT Appreciation Event DESCRIPTION:The event honors the ongoing contributions made by emergency personnel to pr otect & care for our community. It is open to all emergency personnel & thei r families\, as well as the general public. Admissions is FREE to all. Ther e will be regular bowling\, Cosmic bowling\, a buffet\, beverages\, door pri zes & a silent auction. Proceeds from the auction will benefit the Concerns of Police Survivors\, Seattle’\;s Bravest Charity & the Medic One Found ation. This year’\; Miss Seafair & her court will be present. For more i nformation\, please visit our website at www.seattlejaycees.org. LOCATION:Brunswick Majestic Lanes \n1222 164th St SW \nLynnwood\, WA 98087 CONTACT:Heather Kortlever\, PFEA@seattlejaycees.org\, 2062862014 URL:www.seattlejaycees.org CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Seattle Jaycees END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217031953-2682@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080725T092553Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080816T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080816T223000 SUMMARY:Hanz Araki Concert DESCRIPTION:Hanz Araki blends rich tenor vocals with masterful instrumentation\, in Celt ic and maritime tunes. Don't miss it! LOCATION:Center For Wooden Boats \n1010 Valley St. \nSeattle\, WA 98104 CONTACT:Alice Winship\, seaport@oz.net\, (206) 447-9800 URL:www.wnseaport.orgt CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:NW Seaport/Center For Wooden Boats RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217271951-2684@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080728T040551Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080818T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080828T100000 SUMMARY:Junior Learn To Row Camp At The PRC DESCRIPTION:The Pocock Rowing Center still has spots open for its August 18th-28th Junio r Learn to Row Summer Camp. This camp is for 13-17 year olds interested in t he motion of rowing and the sport of crew. The class meets from 8-10 am Mond ay to Thursday for two weeks and covers all the basics of sweep and sculling while creating an atmosphere of fun\, community\, and fitness. This is a gr eat opportunity to get out on the water one last time before the summer ends and a great lead into our Fall Junior program\, which begins September 2nd. We hope to see you out on the water! LOCATION:The Pocock Rowing Center \n3320 Fuhrman Ave E. \nSeattle\, WA 98102 CONTACT:Pocock Rowing Center\, info@pocockrowingcenter.org\, 206-328-0778 URL:www.pocockrowingcenter.org CATEGORIES:Families SPONSOR:The Pocock Rowing Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1218071005-2695@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080806T100325Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080821T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080821T120000 SUMMARY:Search & Destroy! DESCRIPTION:Search and Destroy is a comedic modern Odyssey: a Homeric hero’s journey acr oss the great American Landscape in the late 1980’s – the closing of the “de cade of greed.” Martin Mirkheim’s loveably bumbling quest for the film right s to an inspiring new-age self help novel starts as a virtuous and well-inte ntioned dream\, but quickly consumes him as he partners with a seductively s ophisticated business partner. As Martin pursues his dream at all costs\, he finds himself resorting to deceit\, blackmail\, and fraud\, and an honorabl y sought movie deal gives way to a dangerous drug trade. The essence of the 80’s\, fast paced and energetic – a tale of inn LOCATION:Balagan Theatre \n1117 E Pike \nSeattle\, WA 98122 CONTACT:Jake Groshong\, info@balagantheatre.org\, 206.718.3245 URL:www.balagantheatre.org CATEGORIES:Fine Arts SPONSOR:Balagan Theatre RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217469897-2686@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080730T110457Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080822T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080822T220000 SUMMARY:León De La Rosa And The Seattle Poetry Slam DESCRIPTION:Mexican video artist and poet León De la Rosa comes to 911 Seattle Media Art s Center on August 22 & 23 to show his installation\, “Sometimes I Surprise Myself By Having Nothing To Say.” Visitors will experience the piece on 8 vi deo screens\, traveling through De la Rosa’s themes in a non-linear fashion. De la Rosa will also perform live on both nights\, joining Seattle Poetry S lam and Youth Speaks for a fierce and historic weekend of urban slam poetry. Admission is free. www.911media.org LOCATION:911 Seattle Media Arts Center \n402 9th Ave N \nSeattle\, WA 98109 \nLocated In South Lake Union At Harrison St. CONTACT:Adrian MacDonald\, adrian@911media.org\, 206.682.6552 x12 URL:www.911media.org CATEGORIES:Fine Arts SPONSOR:911 Seattle Media Arts Center\, Seattle Poetry Slam\, Universidad Autónoma D e Ciudad Juárez END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217618264-2689@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080801T041744Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080823T110000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080823T180000 SUMMARY:Blanket Drive For Tibetan Children At Tibet Fest\, Seattle Center DESCRIPTION:A blanket and bedding fundraiser is launched by VDF to raise funds for the c hildren of Eastern Tibet. These children are orphans or from very poor fami lies. Big SALES on wall paintings and flags from Tibet. All proceeds goes to the children. 2 days event at Tibet Fest. LOCATION:Tibet Fest At Seattle Center\, Seattle WA CONTACT:Wendy Wong\, wwong@vdfus.org URL:www.vdfus.org CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Vajrayana Dharma Foundation RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217470098-2687@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080730T110818Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080823T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080823T220000 SUMMARY:León De La Rosa And The Seattle Poetry Slam DESCRIPTION:Mexican video artist and poet León De la Rosa comes to 911 Seattle Media Art s Center on August 22 & 23 to show his installation\, “Sometimes I Surprise Myself By Having Nothing To Say.” Visitors will experience the piece on 8 vi deo screens\, traveling through De la Rosa’s themes in a non-linear fashion. De la Rosa will also perform live on both nights\, joining Seattle Poetry S lam and Youth Speaks for a fierce and historic weekend of urban slam poetry. Admission is free. www.911media.org LOCATION:911 Seattle Media Arts Center \n402 9th Ave N \nSeattle\, WA 98109 \nLocated In South Lake Union At Harrison St. CONTACT:Adrian MacDonald\, adrian@911media.org\, 206.682.6552 x12 URL:www.911media.org CATEGORIES:Fine Arts SPONSOR:911 Seattle Media Arts Center\, Seattle Poetry Slam\, Universidad Autonoma D e Ciudad Juárez END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1219253827-2708@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080820T023707Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080827T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080829T120000 SUMMARY:Christmas In August Food Drive DESCRIPTION:Help replenish the Food Bank’s dwindling food stocks! \n \n1800 RID OF IT Ju nk Removal presents: \n \nChristmas in August \n \nFood Drive \n \nOn the ev enings of August 27th\, 28th and 29th between 6pm and 8pm\, 1800 RID OF IT w ill be picking up non perishable food donations from homes in West Seattle\, Central Seattle (North of Yesler to Northgate)\, Mercer Island and Bellevue . \n \nTo donate\, call 1-800-RID-OF-IT (1800-743-6348) and we will stop by your home! LOCATION:West Seattle\, Central Seattle (North Of Yesler To Northgate)\, Mercer Islan d And Bellevue CONTACT:info@ridofit.com\, 1-800-743-6348 URL:http://www.ridofit.com CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:1-800-RID-OF-IT Junk Removal END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216052926-2668@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080714T012846Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080830T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080831T120000 SUMMARY:UClimb DESCRIPTION:The event includes professional climbing instruction from Pro Guiding Servic e of North Bend. Instructors take small groups of amateur climbers to get ha nds-on experience while learning climbing techniques. \n \nRegistration beg ins at $159 for youth ages 10-17 and $199 for adults. Registration includes professional climbing instruction\, camping at the Si View Community Center\ , a barbeque on Saturday and a pancake breakfast on Sunday. Registration is available at www.uclimb.org. UClimb will also offer packages with basic clim bing gear needed for the weekend. LOCATION:Exit 38\, North Bend\, Wash. CONTACT:Phil Bridgers\, pbridgers@mgear.com\, (509) 340-1151 URL:www.uclimb.org CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Mountain Gear/Outdoor Research END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1218654909-2699@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080813T041509Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080904T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080904T210000 SUMMARY:Toxic Chemicals In Puget Sound’s Food Web DESCRIPTION:Using 20 years of monitoring data\, Jim West\, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife will discuss toxic contaminants in our Puget Sound ecosystem a nd describe the geographic extent and magnitude of contamination of fishes s uch as English sole\, rockfish\, Pacific herring (and their eggs)\, and Coho and Chinook salmon. Learn how pollutants get into the food chain\, and the life-history factors that increase or decrease the risk of fish’s exposure to toxics such as PCBs\, flame retardants and hydrocarbons\, and the effects of exposure to endocrine disrupting compounds. LOCATION:REI Flagship Store\, 222 Yale Ave. N.\, Seattle CONTACT:Jamie Wine\, jwine@pugetsound.org\, 206-382-7007 URL:http://www.pugetsound.org/primary/connect/events/0904REI/ CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:People For Puget Sound END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1219258773-2709@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080820T035933Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080904T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080904T214500 SUMMARY:In The Sawtooths DESCRIPTION:In the Sawtooths tells the story of Oby\, Nellie and Darin\, best friends wh o\, as a yearly ritual\, go backpacking in Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains. As th eir annual trip nears\, their bond is unexpectedly tested by tragedy. What w ill become of their friendship as they navigate through an immense and unexp ected wilderness? \n \nIn the Sawtooths was the winner of the Kennedy Center 's 2007 National Student Playwriting Award. \n \nDano Madden was recently na med one of the “50 Playwrights to Watch” by The Dramatist. LOCATION:Youngstown Cultural Arts Center \n4408 Delridge Way SW - Seattle CONTACT:Sam Read\, sam@burntstudio.org URL:http://burntstudio.org CATEGORIES:Drama SPONSOR:Burnt Studio Productions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220645961-2737@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080905T051921Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080905T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080905T200000 SUMMARY:Orin Smith At UW’s Leadership At The Crossroads Series DESCRIPTION:Orin Smith at UW’s Leadership at the Crossroads Series \n"Leadership at the Crossroads" is a new speaker series featuring dynamic speakers who've succe ssfully worked in the public\, private\, and nonprofit sectors. The series k icks off with fall speaker Orin C. Smith\, past president and CEO of Starbuc ks Corporation and chief of policy and finance for two Washington state gove rnors\, who will present "Driving Change in the Government\, Starbucks and B eyond." “Leadership at the Crossroads” is presented by the UW Evans School o f Public Affairs and the University of Washington Alumni Association. \nWh en: Monday\, Oct. 6\, 2008\, 7-8 p.m. \nWhere: Kane LOCATION:Kane Hall Room 210\, University Of Washington Seattle Campus CONTACT:UW Alumni Association\, pbafrsvp@u.washington.edu\, 206-543-0540 URL:https://go.washington.edu/uwaa/events/200810evans_xroad_smith_lect/details.t cl CATEGORIES:Lectures SPONSOR:UW Evans Schoo Of Public Affairs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217892339-2694@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080804T082539Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080910T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080910T180000 SUMMARY:Lake Union Boats Afloat Show DESCRIPTION:Lake Union Boats Afloat Show \n \nThe 31st annual Lake Union Boats Afloat S how gets underway Sept. 10 – 14 on South Lake Union in Seattle. \n \nThe wes t coast’s largest floating boat show kicks-off the boat buying season for re creational boaters in the Northwest and features over 300 recreational power and sail boats. \n \nThe show is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ticket s are $10 for adults\, $5 for kids between 12 and 18. Kids under 12 are fre e. For tickets and more information visit www.BoatsAfloatShow.com LOCATION:South Lake Union CONTACT:Bonnie\, Bonnie Bergquist URL:www.BoatsAfloatShow.com CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Northwest Yacht Brokers Association END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220379470-2720@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080902T031750Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080911T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080911T150000 SUMMARY:ANTIWAR / TRUTH DEMONSTRATION DESCRIPTION:Join us September 11\, 2008 \n \nWestlake Seattle \nwith Rosa Clemente \n200 8 Green Party Vice President nominee \n \nand many others LOCATION:Westlake \n401 Pine Street Seattle \n12-3pm CONTACT:Jim\, worldagainstwar@web.nl\, 2062021877 URL:http://0war.org CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:Power To The People! Washington END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220051183-2716@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080829T080623Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080911T160000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080911T190000 SUMMARY:Alaskan Way Viaduct Public Scoping Open Houses DESCRIPTION:WSDOT\, King County\, City of Seattle and the Federal Highway Administration are hosting a series of public scoping open houses throughout Seattle. Come learn about the plan to take down the central waterfront section of the via duct in 2012\, and give us your comments about the options we are currently studying. \n \n \n \nYou can learn more about the project and the options w e are considering at www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/viaduct/centralwaterfront.htm \, or by calling \n \n1-888-AWV-LINE. LOCATION:Plymouth Congregational Church\, Hildebrand Hall \n \n1217 Sixth Ave.\, Seat tle CONTACT:viaduct@wsdot.wa.gov\, 1-888-AWV-LINE URL:http://www.alaskanwayviaduct.org CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:Alaskan Way Viaduct And Seawall Replacement Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220490707-2735@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080903T101147Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080912T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081031T120000 SUMMARY:Don't You #$&ing Look At Me! Surveillance In The 21st Century DESCRIPTION:A group show of video and film exploring the idea of surveillance\, featurin g Gary Hill\, Manu Luksch\, and James Coupe. LOCATION:911 Media Arts Center \n402 9th Ave N \nSeattle\, WA 98109 \nLocated At 9th And Harrison In South Lake Union\, Around The Block From Glazer's. CONTACT:Adrian macDonald\, adrian@911media.org\, 206-682-6552 URL:www.911media.org CATEGORIES:Fine Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1219796541-2713@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080826T092221Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080912T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080912T223000 SUMMARY:Sea Shanty Sing DESCRIPTION:Arrgh! Re-live the days of tall ships\, iron men\, and saucy wenches! Salty Stan James and Percy Hilo lead this month's sing. Join in the chorus or lead one yourself! It's not about singing in perfest tune\, it's about singing l oud! Family and dog friendly\; CD's\, gifts\, refreshments. FREE! LOCATION:Tugboat Arthur Foss\, Historical Ships Wharf\, NW Seaport\, SOuth Lake Union \, 1002 Valley St\, Seattle 98104 CONTACT:Alice Winship\, seaport@oz\,net\, 447-9800 URL:www.nwseaport.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:NW Seaport RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217618763-2690@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080801T042603Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080913T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080913T120000 SUMMARY:EXPLORE Tibet Slideshow With Sonam Rinpoche DESCRIPTION:Tibet is seen as a unique and mysterious place. Come joins us to explore Ti bet through colorful slideshow! Sonam Rinpoche\, a native monk from Tibet w ill be here to answer your questions. Tibetan Butter Tea and refreshments w ill be provided FREE of charge. Come and explore. For more please visit ww w.vdfus.org LOCATION:Third Place Commons (next To Third Place Books) \n17171 Bothell Way NE\, L ake Forest Park\, WA 98155 CONTACT:Wendy Wong\, wwong@vdfus.org\, 206 201 2168 URL:www.vdfus.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Vajrayana Dharma Foundation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1218915965-2700@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080816T044605Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080913T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080913T230000 SUMMARY:SWAMP SOUL Cajun/Creole/Zydeco Dance Band DESCRIPTION:Traditional and contemporary Cajun\, Creole\, and zydeco dance music from Lo uisiana. \n \nMultiple waltzes\, easy two-steps\, varied swing\, and sultry Louisiana blues. Much fun for both couples and singles - Always lots of fri endly new people to meet and dance with. \n \nBand Website with music sample s: http://www.www.swampsoulband.com LOCATION:The Highliner Pub \n3909 18th Avenue West (at Fisherman's Terminal) \nSeattl e\, WA 98119 CONTACT:The Highliner Pub\, thehighlinerpub@hotmail.com\, 206-283-2233 URL:http://www.highlinerpub.com/ CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:The Highliner Pub END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217549182-2688@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080731T090622Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080914T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080915T120000 SUMMARY:The Great Wallingford Wurst Festival DESCRIPTION:Saint Benedict School presents the 26th Annual Great Wallingford Wurst Festi val \nThe Great Wallingford Wurst Festival is Friday\, September 12th (4pm- 10pm) and Saturday\, September13th (10am-10pm). Admission is free to this f amily-friendly event located at 48th and Wallingford Avenue North\, between I-5 and Aurora. There’s great food\, rides\, a rock climbing wall\, games a nd prizes\, craft vendors\, used and new book sales\, and live music. It’s a great and affordable way to spend your weekend. For more information\, go to www.stbens.net. LOCATION:St Benedict School \n4811 Wallingford Ave N \nSeattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Carolyn Mallahan\, csmallahan@earthlink.net\, 206-356-0349 CATEGORIES:Community Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1218917834-2701@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080816T051714Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080914T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080914T213000 SUMMARY:Motordude Zydeco Dance Band DESCRIPTION:Zydeco Basics dance class\, 6pm\, $5. Dance from 6:40-9:30pm to one of the m ost popular dance bands in the San Francisco Bay Area\, $17. Promises much fun for both couples and singles – Always lots of friendly new people to mee t and dance with. Further info and music downloads at http://www.scn.org/zy deco/sundays . LOCATION:The Highway 99 Blues Club \n1414 Alaskan Way (On The Waterfront\, Across Fro m The Aquarium) \nSeattle\, WA 98101 CONTACT:The Highway 99 Blues Club\, getinfo@highwayninetynine.com\, 206-382-2171 URL:http://www.highwayninetynine.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:The Highway 99 Blues Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220051330-2717@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080829T080850Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080916T173000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080916T193000 SUMMARY:Alaskan Way Viaduct Public Scoping Open Houses DESCRIPTION:WSDOT\, King County\, City of Seattle and the Federal Highway Administration are hosting a series of public scoping open houses throughout Seattle. Come learn about the plan to take down the central waterfront section of the via duct in 2012\, and give us your comments about the options we are currently studying. \n \n \n \nYou can learn more about the project and the options w e are considering at www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/viaduct/centralwaterfront.htm \, or by calling \n \n1-888-AWV-LINE. LOCATION:Fauntleroy Church \n9140 California Ave. SW\, Seattle CONTACT:viaduct@wsdot.wa.gov\, 1-888-AWV-LINE URL:http://www.alaskanwayviaduct.org CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:Alaskan Way Viaduct And Seawall Replacement Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221562872-2755@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080915T200112Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080917T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080917T120000 SUMMARY:FREEDOM TO SPEAK DESCRIPTION:Constitution Day was established in 2002 to provide education on the history of the American Constitution. The topic for these panel discussions is the First Amendment of the U. S. Constitution: The Freedom to Speak. \n \n Speakers who will speak in the program are: Supreme Court Justice Ch arles Johnson\, State Representatives Dave Upthegrove and Bob Hasegawa\, Kin g County Council Members Dow Constantine and Larry Philips\, Attorneys Rober t Cumbow and Judy Endejan\, Seattle Times investigative Editor James Neff\, Reclaim the Media Executive Director Jonathan Lawson\, Founder of Global Voi ces Radio Paul Nelson\, and others. Not all speak LOCATION:Auburn\, Burien\, Woodinville KCLS Branches CONTACT:John Klockner\, klockner@gmail.com\, 253-479-0200 URL:http://www.pugetsoundaccess.org/ CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:Puget Sound Access & Washington ACLU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220051439-2718@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080829T081039Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080918T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080918T120000 SUMMARY:Alaskan Way Viaduct Public Scoping Open House DESCRIPTION:WSDOT\, King County\, City of Seattle and the Federal Highway Administration are hosting a series of public scoping open houses throughout Seattle. Come learn about the plan to take down the central waterfront section of the via duct in 2012\, and give us your comments about the options we are currently studying. \n \n \n \nYou can learn more about the project and the options w e are considering at www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/viaduct/centralwaterfront.htm \, or by calling \n \n1-888-AWV-LINE. LOCATION:Leif Erikson Hall \n2245 NW 57th St.\, Seattle CONTACT:viaduct@wsdot.wa.gov\, 1-888-AWV-LINE URL:http://www.alaskanwayviaduct.org CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:Alaskan Way Viaduct And Seawall Replacement Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220298378-2719@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080901T044618Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080918T150000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080918T163000 SUMMARY:Pursuit Of Happiness DESCRIPTION:6th Day Dance\, a Seattle-based contemporary dance company\, presents Pursui t of Happiness\, a collection of new works that explore the ideas surroundi ng the sources of happiness—everything from money and materials to marriage and motherhood…and more! It will premier on Saturday\, October 18th at 3pm and 8pm at Harambee Venue\, 316 South 3rd Street\, Renton\, WA 98057. Ticke ts are $12 for adults and $10 for children under 12 and seniors over 65. Ti ckets can be purchased at the door or in advance via www.sixthdaydance.org o r by phone at 206-406-5465. LOCATION:Harambee Venue \n316 South 3rd Street \nRenton\, WA 98057 CONTACT:Jennifer Rowse\, info@sixthdaydance.org\, 206-406-5465 URL:http://www.sixthdaydance.org/ CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:6th Day Dance Company END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221563178-2756@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080915T200618Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080918T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080918T210000 SUMMARY:FREEDOM TO SPEAK DESCRIPTION:Constitution Day was established in 2002 to provide education on the history of the American Constitution. The topic for these panel discussions is the First Amendment of the U. S. Constitution: The Freedom to Speak. \n \n Speakers who will speak in the program are: Supreme Court Justice Ch arles Johnson\, State Representatives Dave Upthegrove and Bob Hasegawa\, Kin g County Council Members Dow Constantine and Larry Philips\, Attorneys Rober t Cumbow and Judy Endejan\, Seattle Times investigative Editor James Neff\, Reclaim the Media Executive Director Jonathan Lawson\, Founder of Global Voi ces Radio Paul Nelson\, and others. LOCATION:Bellevue King County Library\, 1111 110th Ave NE\, Bellevue CONTACT:John Klockner\, klockner@gmail.com\, 253-479-0200 URL:http://www.pugetsoundaccess.org/ CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:Puget Sound Access & Washington ACLU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220409407-2721@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080902T113647Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080918T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080918T213000 SUMMARY:Tuning The Air DESCRIPTION:Tuning the Air is a unique experience of music in three dimensions. \n \nCha mber music where the musicians define the chamber itself. \n \nA compelling exploration of improvisations and original works\, as well as innovative arr angements of material from Zeppelin to Shostakovich\, Beatles to the Beach B oys. \n \nEight acoustic guitarists collaborate to offer audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting. \n \nDoors open at 7:45 PM. Perf ormance runs appr. 45 minutes. LOCATION:Fremont Abbey Arts Center\, 4272 Fremont Ave N\, Seattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Christina Florkowski\, info@tuningtheair.com\, 206-789-8481 URL:http://www.tuningtheair.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Tuning The Air END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1219096425-2707@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080818T065345Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080919T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080919T120000 SUMMARY:Beauty And The Beast DESCRIPTION:Experience the Magic of Disney...... \nin the Pacific Northwest! \n \nIn a tale as old as time\, Lyric Light Opera brings to life this classic story of a strong-willed young woman who\, through the power of love\, breaks a spel l that turned a handsome young prince into a hideous beast. Nominated for 9 Tony Awards including Best Musical\, Beauty and the Beast has enjoyed the lo ngest run of any musical on Broadway\, and has been seen by 25 million peopl e. A spectacular show to be enjoyed by every member of the family. \n \n \ nKirkland Performance Center \n425 893 9900 \n \nSept 19-21\, 26-28\, 2008 \ nFri/Sat 7:30 PM\, Sun 2 PM LOCATION:Kirkland Performance Center \n350 Kirkland Avenue \nKirkland\, WA 98033 CONTACT:debbie@lyriclightopera.org\, 425 290 2244 CATEGORIES:Fine Arts RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216616801-2677@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080720T140641Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080919T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080919T212000 SUMMARY:Sex In Seattle\, Episode 16: The Space In-Between DESCRIPTION:SIS Productions presents "Sex in Seattle\, Episode 16: The Space In-Between" the local hit show exploring the loves of lives of Seattle's own Asian Amer ican gal pals! \nDATE: September 19-October 18\, 2008 \nTIME: Fridays & Sat urdays at 8:00 pm AND 10:30 pm \nPRICE: 8pm shows- $14 general admission\, $10 student/senior/actor\; \n10:30pm shows- $12 general admission\, $8 stude nt/senior actor LOCATION:Richard Hugo House\, 1634 11th Ave\, Seattle CONTACT:SIS Productions\, tickets@sis-productions.org\, 206-323-9443 URL:http://www.sexinseattle.org CATEGORIES:Drama SPONSOR:SIS Productions RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221680220-2758@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080917T044509Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080920T110000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080921T160000 SUMMARY:Whisker City Whiskers On Wheels WOW Bus Grand Opening DESCRIPTION:Whisker City rolls out new ‘Whiskers On Wheels’ WOW bus September 20 and 21 at Crown Hill Pet Supply in Seattle \n \nThe new Whisker City Whiskers on Wh eels - WOW- cat adoption bus hits the streets this month to facilitate one-o n-one placement of rescued cats in a fun and friendly setting. The all-new W hisker City WOW bus makes its debut at a Grand Opening event Saturday & Sund ay September 20 & 21\, 11 am to 4 pm\, Crown Hill Pet Supply\, 9053 Holman R oad North\, Seattle with over 20 cats ready to adopt\, and free drawings for cool cat stuff! 206 542 9617 LOCATION:Crown Hill Pet Supply\, 9053 Holman Road North\, Seattle CONTACT:April Brown\, whiskercity@comcast.net\, 206-235 4697 URL:www.whiskercity.com CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Crown Hill Pet Supply END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220765478-2738@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080906T143118Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080920T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080920T213000 SUMMARY:ASWAT/GALZ Speaking Tour DESCRIPTION:Come meet and hear Fadzai Muparutza\, Gender Program Manager\, and Mary Audr y Chard\, board co-chair of Gays and Lesbians of Zimbabwe (GALZ)\, a ground- breaking organization advocating for the human rights & HIV/AIDS care of Zim babwe’s gay\, lesbian\, bisexual and transsexual community despite the numer ous limitations all Zimbabwe’s people face from the entrenched government. \ nCome meet and hear Rauda Morcos\, co-founder\, and Samira Saraya\, General Coordinator of ASWAT\, a pioneer group of Palestinian gay women that advocat es for lesbian\, bisexual and transgender women through education\, empowerm ent and outreach programs in the context of the strugg LOCATION:University Friends Center\, 4001 9th Ave. NE CONTACT:Susanna Smith\, trolleys@ix.netcom.com\, 206-325-4061 CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:ASWAT/GALZ Tour Host Committee END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1219796878-2714@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080826T092758Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080920T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080920T223000 SUMMARY:Shanghaied On The Willamette/George Kaufman Concert DESCRIPTION:Arrgh! Shanghaied on the Willamette delights with a salty sparkle of seafar ing songs and mayhem! Mystic Saeport's own George Kaufman pays the West coas t a visit with songs of whaling and codfish\, humor and stories! Family frie ndly\; CD's\, gifts\, refreshments. \n \n$10 members\, seniors and youth\; $ 15 general LOCATION:Center For Wooden Boats\, 1010 Valley St.\, Seattle WA 98104 CONTACT:Alice Winship\, seaport@oz.net\, (206) 447-9800 URL:www.nwseaport.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:NW Seaport/Center For Wooden Boats END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1216616983-2678@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080720T140943Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080921T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080921T120000 SUMMARY:Ixnay By Paul Kikuchi DESCRIPTION:SIS Productions presents readings of "Ixnay" by Paul Kikuchi \n \nRaymond K obayashi awaits his next life at the Reincarnation Station\, only to find ou t he's being sent back again as an Asian American. A comedy about a usually polite Asian causing major havoc when he ixnays his next life. \n \nDATE: Se ptember 21\, 28 & October 12\, 2008 \nTIME: Sundays at 4pm \nLOCATION: Richa rd Hugo House\, 1634 11th Avenue on Seattle's Capitol Hill \nPRICE: $6 gene ral admission\, $4 student/senior/actor LOCATION:Richard Hugo House\, 1634 11th Ave\, Seattle CONTACT:SIS Productions\, tickets@sis-productions.org\, 206-323-9443 URL:http://www.sis-productions.org CATEGORIES:Drama SPONSOR:SIS Productions RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1219865341-2715@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080827T042901Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080922T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080922T210000 SUMMARY:NACAC Seattle Performing And Visual Arts College Fair DESCRIPTION:The Performing and Visual Arts (PVA) College Fairs are designed for students interested in pursuing undergraduate and graduate study in the areas of mus ic\, dance\, theater\, visual arts\, graphic design\, and other related disc iplines LOCATION:Fisher Pavilion At Seattle Center \n305 Harrison Street \nSeattle\, WA 98109 \n206/684-7200 CONTACT:Jaci Christopher\, jchristopher@nacacnet.org\, 703/836-2222 ext 124 URL:www.nationalcollegefairs.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:National Association For College Admission Counseling END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1222211057-2769@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080923T080417Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080924T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080924T193000 SUMMARY:Community Conversation: Hold The Department Of Homeland Security Accountable ! DESCRIPTION:OneAmerica\, a Seattle based immigrant and civil rights organization (former ly known as Hate Free Zone)\, is hosting a community conversation to hold th e Department of Homeland Security accountable for its abusive and inhumane t reatment of immigrants through raids\, detention\, and the backlog of citize nship applications. The conversation will focus on the personal experiences of community members who have been affected by raids\, detention\, and the c itizenship backlog\, and on ways we can take action to hold Homeland Securit y accountable and make change. LOCATION:UFCW Office\, 5030 1st Ave S\, Seattle 98134 CONTACT:Shana Roth-Gormley\, shana@weareoneamerica.org\, (206) 723-2203 x205 URL:http://weareoneamerica.org CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:OneAmerica END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220409706-2722@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080902T114146Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080925T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080925T120000 SUMMARY:Tuning The Air DESCRIPTION:Tuning the Air is a unique experience of music in three dimensions. \n \nCha mber music where the musicians define the chamber itself. \n \nA compelling exploration of improvisations and original works\, as well as innovative arr angements of material from Zeppelin to Shostakovich\, Beatles to the Beach B oys. \n \nEight acoustic guitarists collaborate to offer audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting. \n \nDoors open at 7:45 PM. Perf ormance runs appr. 45 minutes. LOCATION:Fremont Abbey Arts Center\, 4272 Fremont Ave N\, Seattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Christina Florkowski\, info@tuningtheair.com\, 206-789-8481 URL:http://www.tuningtheair.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Tuning The Air END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221785017-2760@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080918T094337Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080927T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080927T120000 SUMMARY:Washington Physicians For Social Responsibility's Annual Benefit Dinner\, Fe aturi DESCRIPTION:Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility invites you to join them for an unforgettable evening. \n \nKEYNOTE SPEAKER: RAMSEY CLARK \nFormer U.S. Attorney General\, and unremitting worker for peace\, speaking on \n"The R ole of the People in the Quest for Peace". \n \nHosted Social: 5 pm. \nDinn er & Program: 6:30 pm. \n \nWPSR works to create a healthy peaceful and sust ainable world. Together\, we can make a difference. Registration and more in formation are available online or by phone. Tickets $75. LOCATION:South Seattle Community College \nJerry Brockey Center \n6000 6th Ave SW \nS eattle\, WA 98106 CONTACT:Linda Dombrowski\, lindad@wpsr.org\, 206-547-2630 URL:http://www.wpsr.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Washington Physicians For Social Responsibility END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221851751-2767@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080919T041551Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20080929T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20080929T120000 SUMMARY:Master In Teaching (MIT) Offered In Seattle DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for a career change? Working professionals who want the reward s of teaching in secondary schools are invited to learn about Western Washin gton University’s Master in Teaching degree (MIT). Attend an information ses sion 6 p.m. on September 29 at North Seattle Community College\, TB 1555. De tails are on the Web www.wce.wwu.edu/Depts/TEOP or contact eesp.NSCC@wwu.edu or call (206) 527-3719. LOCATION:North Seattle Community College\, TB 1555 CONTACT:eesp\, eesp.NSCC@wwu.edu\, (206) 527-3719 URL:http://www.wce.wwu.edu/Depts/TEOP CATEGORIES:Classes SPONSOR:Western Washington University END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221163764-2748@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080911T050924Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081002T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081031T120000 SUMMARY:Pratt’s Pulse: Instructors Of The Year Exhibition DESCRIPTION:October 2 – 31 \nEach year Pratt provides six instructor of the year awards\ , which is a recognition for their hard work and contribution to teaching. We award each instructor with a free class as well as the opportunity to exh ibit. Stop by in October to view the award winners from jewelry\, sculpture \, 2-D and glass departments. \n \nOpening: First Thursday\, 6 - 8pm \nPubli c Hours: Fridays & Saturdays\, 12 - 5pm and by appointment LOCATION:Pratt Gallery At Tashiro Kaplan Studios \n306 South Main Street\, Ste 102 \n Seattle\, WA 98104 CONTACT:Pratt Fine Arts Center\, info@pratt.org\, 206.328.2200 URL:www.pratt.org CATEGORIES:Fine Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220409849-2723@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080902T114409Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081002T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081002T120000 SUMMARY:Tuning The Air DESCRIPTION:Tuning the Air is a unique experience of music in three dimensions. \n \nCha mber music where the musicians define the chamber itself. \n \nA compelling exploration of improvisations and original works\, as well as innovative arr angements of material from Zeppelin to Shostakovich\, Beatles to the Beach B oys. \n \nEight acoustic guitarists collaborate to offer audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting. \n \nDoors open at 7:45 PM. Perf ormance runs appr. 45 minutes. LOCATION:Fremont Abbey Arts Center\, 4272 Fremont Ave N\, Seattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Christina Florkowski\, info@tuningtheair.com\, 206-789-8481 URL:http://www.tuningtheair.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Tuning The Air END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1219266316-2710@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080820T060516Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081003T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081003T120000 SUMMARY:Shawna Locey CD Release: A Benefit For Arts Corps DESCRIPTION:Soulful Seattle Singer Releases Debut Album \nCD Release Party for Shawna Lo ceys’ Who Wins \n \nLocal musician Shawna Locey celebrates the release of he r debut album Who Wins at 9 p.m. on Friday\, October 3\, 2008 at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center\, 4408 Delridge Way SW Seattle\, WA 98106. The event wi ll feature live performances by Locey and her band\, as well as special gues ts: Indijinis\, Thaddeus Turner\, Evan Flory-Barnes\, Verin Kamdar\, Aaron D aniel and Bubba Jones. Admission is $5 at the door – 30% of profits will be donated to Arts Corps. LOCATION:Youngstown Cultural Arts Center \n4408 Delridge Way SW \nSeattle\, WA 98106 \n(206) 935-2999 CONTACT:Shawna Locey\, shawna@shawnalocey.com\, 206-228-2894 URL:www.shawnalocey.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221268610-2753@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080912T101650Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081004T160000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081004T170000 SUMMARY:Yoga And Meditation DESCRIPTION:As a part of Stress-Free Seattle campaign\, Art of Living is conducting free yoga and meditation seminar all over the town. \nRelax and destress with t his amazing yoga and meditation. \n"Practical techniques that can be practic ed at home will be taught. \nFor more information \, contact Shalu Gupta: 20 6 920 2180." \nBelow is the link to RSVP \nhttp://secure.artofliving.org/eve nts.aspx?state=WA&city=ALL&type=-1 LOCATION:Redmond Regional LIbrary \n15990 NE 85th\, Redmond\, 98052 CONTACT:Shalu Gupta\, shalu.gupta@gmail.com\, 206 920 2180 URL:www.stresssfreeseattle.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Art Of Living END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221163617-2747@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080911T050657Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081004T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081004T203000 SUMMARY:Jan Harrell Artist Lecture DESCRIPTION:Pratt Fine Arts Center welcomes accomplished artist Jan Harrell as a part of Pratt’s Master and Visiting Artist program. Jan received a Masters of Sculp ture from the University of Houston in 2007. For the last fifteen years\, sh e has been the enameling instructor at the Museum of Fine Arts\, Glassell Sc hool of Art in Houston\, Texas. Jan shows her jewelry work and her larger pa nel and sculptural work in several galleries. Her work is included in many b ooks on enameling and metalsmithing. She has received numerous awards and ex hibits her work in international and national competitions. LOCATION:Pratt Fine Arts Center \n1902 South Main Street \nSeattle\, WA 98144 CONTACT:Pratt Fine Arts Center\, info@pratt.org\, 206.328.2200 URL:www.pratt.org CATEGORIES:Fine Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221007240-2741@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080909T094040Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081005T160000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081005T120000 SUMMARY:Mmmmmm . . . A Sampler Of 6 Insatiable Plays DESCRIPTION:Ten-minute samples of new work by local Asian American playwrights\, featuri ng works by Daniel Arreola\, Kathy Hsieh\, Maggie Lee\, Serin Ngai\, Richard Nguyen Sloniker\, and Roger Tang. \n \nTickets are only $5! Please call (20 6) 323-9443 or email tickets@sis-productions.org for reservations and inform ation or visit http://www.hugohouse.org/sisproductions. LOCATION:Richard Hugo House \n1634 11th Avenue \nSeattle\, WA 98122 CONTACT:SIS Writers Group\, tickets@sis-productions.org\, (206) 323-9443 URL:http://www.hugohouse.org/sisproductions CATEGORIES:Drama END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1215109680-2664@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080703T032800Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081008T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081008T120000 SUMMARY:PROVAIL’s Wyckoff Luncheon & Awards Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating our 66th year of supporting people with disabilities to fulfill their life choices. \n \nThe Wyckoff Luncheon and Awards Ceremo ny includes lunch\, keynote speaker Greg Palmer\, author of Adventures in th e Mainstream\, and Awards Ceremony recognizing individuals and organizations who have promoted dignity\, choice\, opportunity and independence for peopl e with disabilities. LOCATION:Bell Harbor International Conference Center \n2211 Alaskan Way\, Pier 66 \nS eattle\, WA 98121 CONTACT:Angela Chapman\, angelac@provail.org\, 206-826-1032 URL:http://www.provail.org/wyckoff.php CATEGORIES:Public Issues SPONSOR:Frontier Bank END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220409958-2724@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080902T114558Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081009T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081009T120000 SUMMARY:Tuning The Air DESCRIPTION:Tuning the Air is a unique experience of music in three dimensions. \n \nCha mber music where the musicians define the chamber itself. \n \nA compelling exploration of improvisations and original works\, as well as innovative arr angements of material from Zeppelin to Shostakovich\, Beatles to the Beach B oys. \n \nEight acoustic guitarists collaborate to offer audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting. \n \nDoors open at 7:45 PM. Perf ormance runs appr. 45 minutes. LOCATION:Fremont Abbey Arts Center\, 4272 Fremont Ave N\, Seattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Christina Florkowski\, info@tuningtheair.com\, 206-789-8481 URL:http://www.tuningtheair.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Tuning The Air END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217273573-2685@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080728T043253Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T073000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T120000 SUMMARY:StepOut: Walk To Fight Diabetes DESCRIPTION:there will be a 3 mile family run at 8:00 AM and a 10k fun run/walk at 7:30 AM LOCATION:Seward Park CONTACT:Nancy Rutstein\, nrutstein@diabetes.org URL:http://www.diabetes.org/stepout CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:American Diabetes Association END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221253311-2751@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080912T060151Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T160000 SUMMARY:Crossroads Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale DESCRIPTION:Light-hearted event for doll & teddy bear lovers of all ages. Something for everyone form antique to modern to hand crafted. Free Parking Adults $6. Ch ildren under 12 $3. LOCATION:Puyallup Fair And Event Center \n110 9th Ave Sw \nPuyallup\, WA 98371 CONTACT:dorothy drake\, dorothy@dolls4all.com\, 775 224 1884 URL:http://www.dolls4all.com CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Crossroads Doll & Teddy Bear Show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221594417-2757@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080916T044657Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T120000 SUMMARY:Northwest Choirs Sets Auditions For Girls Prep Training Program DESCRIPTION:The Northwest Choirs announced today that it will hold new member auditions for its Girls Prep music and vocal training program on Saturday\, Oct. 11 at its offices at the University Heights Center in Seattle. Middle-school-age girls in 7th or 8th grade with strong music talent are eligible. Auditions a re by appointment only. The new Girls Prep class will begin in late October. \n Audition appointments are scheduled through the Northwest Choirs office by calling 206-524-3234 or www.nwchoirs.org. Auditions are low-key and priva te\, designed to make those auditioning feel comfortable and relaxed. Parent s are strongly encouraged to be present. LOCATION:5031 University Way NE \nSeattle\, WA 98105 CONTACT:Northwest Choirs\, nwc@northwestchoirs.org\, (206) 524-3234 URL:http://www.nwchoirs.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221268813-2754@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080912T102013Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T120000 SUMMARY:Yoga And Meditation DESCRIPTION:As a part of Stress-Free Seattle campaign\, Art of Living is conducting free yoga and meditation seminar all over the town. \nRelax and destress with t his amazing yoga and meditation. \n"Practical techniques that can be practic ed at home will be taught. \nFor more information \, contact Shalu Gupta: 20 6 920 2180." \nBelow is the link to RSVP \nhttp://secure.artofliving.org/eve nts.aspx?state=WA&city=ALL&type=-1 LOCATION:Kirkland Library \n308\, Kirkland Ave\, Kirkland- 98033 CONTACT:Shalu Gupta\, shalu.gupta@gmail.com\, 206920 2180 URL:www.stressfreeseattle.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Art Of Living END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221799333-2761@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080918T134213Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T120000 SUMMARY:Health And Happiness DESCRIPTION:As part of Stress-Free Seattle campaign\, The Art of Living Foundation is co nducting free yoga and meditation seminars all over the town. Relax and dest ress with some amazing yoga and meditation. \nYou will learn Practical Techn iques that can be practiced at work or at home. \nFor more information\, con tact: 206 920 2180.or visit: www.stressfreeseattle.org LOCATION:Redmond Regional Library \n15990 NE 85th\, Redmond\, 98052 CONTACT:Shalu\, shalu.gupta@gmail.com\, 206 920 2180 URL:www.stressfreeseattle.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Art Of Living END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221799540-2762@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080918T134540Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081011T120000 SUMMARY:Health & Happiness DESCRIPTION:As part of Stress-Free Seattle campaign\, The Art of Living Foundation is co nducting free yoga and meditation seminars all over the town. Relax and dest ress with some amazing yoga and meditation. \nYou will learn Practical Techn iques that can be practiced at work or at home. \nFor more information\, con tact: 206 920 2180.or visit: www.stressfreeseattle.org LOCATION:Kirkland Library \n308\, Kirkland Ave\, Kirkland- 98033 CONTACT:Shalu\, shalu.gupta@gmail.com\, 206 920 2180 URL:www.stressfreeseattle.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:The Art Of Living END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221799807-2763@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080918T135007Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081012T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081012T120000 SUMMARY:Health & Happiness DESCRIPTION:As part of Stress-Free Seattle campaign\, The Art of Living Foundation is co nducting free yoga and meditation seminars all over the town. Relax and dest ress with some amazing yoga and meditation. \nYou will learn Practical Techn iques that can be practiced at work or at home. \nFor more information\, con tact: 206 920 2180.or visit: www.stressfreeseattle.org LOCATION:Bellevue Public Library \n1111\, 110th Ave NE\, Bellevue \, WA-98004 CONTACT:Shalu\, shalu.gupta@gmail.com\, 206 920 2180 URL:www.stressfreeseattle.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:The Art Of Living END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1222811648-2774@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080930T065408Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081013T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081013T120000 SUMMARY:Master In Teaching Info Meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for a career change? Working professionals who want the reward s of teaching in secondary schools are invited to learn about Western Washin gton University’s Master in Teaching degree (MIT). Attend an information ses sion 6 p.m. on October 13 at North Seattle Community College\, TB 1555. Deta ils are on the Web www.wce.wwu.edu/Depts/TEOP or contact eesp.NSCC@wwu.edu o r call (206) 527-3719. LOCATION:North Seattle Community College\, TB 1555 \n9600 College Way N \nSeattle\, W A 98103 CONTACT:WWU Extended Education\, eesp.NSCC@wwu.edu URL:www.wce.wwu.edu/Depts/TEOP CATEGORIES:Classes SPONSOR:Western Washington University END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221800009-2764@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080918T135329Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081014T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081014T120000 SUMMARY:Health & Happiness DESCRIPTION:As part of Stress-Free Seattle campaign\, The Art of Living Foundation is co nducting free yoga and meditation seminars all over the town. Relax and dest ress with some amazing yoga and meditation. \nYou will learn Practical Techn iques that can be practiced at work or at home. \nFor more information\, con tact: 206 920 2180.or visit: www.stressfreeseattle.org LOCATION:Seattle Art Museum \n1300 First Avenue \nSeattle\, WA 98101-2003 CONTACT:Shalu\, shalu.gupta@gmail.com\, 206 920 2180 URL:www.stressfreeseattle.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:The Art Of Living END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1223056892-2777@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081003T030132Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081016T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081016T120000 SUMMARY:Science With A Twist Celebrates Lucy! DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in an evening of adventure and discovery on October 16 as S cience with a Twist celebrates the arrival of Lucy\, the world's most famous fossil. Channel your inner archaeologist as you explore Lucy's Legacy: The Hidden Treasures Of Ethiopia. As you sip cocktails and sample cuisine from L ucy's homeland\, meet Pasquale Scaturro\, whose team became the first in his tory to complete the full descent of the Nile from source to sea. Catch Myst ery of the Nile\, the film that documents Pasquale and his team as they seek to complete the descent that has eluded explorers for centuries. LOCATION:Pacific Science Center CONTACT:Group Events\, groupevents@pacsci.org\, 206-443-3611 URL:http://www.pacsci.org/twist/ CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:Pacific Science Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1219702274-2712@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080825T071114Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081016T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081016T210000 SUMMARY:2008 REEL ROCK Tour DESCRIPTION:The third annual REEL ROCK Film Tour delivers the year’s most exciting climb ing and adventure films to audiences in over 80 cities around the world. Mor e than just film screenings\, REEL ROCK shows are festive events where climb ers and outdoors lovers gather to celebrate their shared passion for adventu re. \n \nPresented by Windstopper and The North Face\, REEL ROCK events fea ture the latest releases from the award-winning filmmakers at Sender Films a nd Big UP Productions\, plus new thrilling short films\, gear giveaways\, ap pearances by top climbers\, and fundraising for local and national non-profi t organizations. LOCATION:Neptune Theatre CONTACT:Abbey Smith\, pr@reelrocktour.com URL:http://www.reelrocktour.com CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:Windstopper And The North Face END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220411313-2734@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080902T120833Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081016T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081016T120000 SUMMARY:Tuning The Air--Special Benefit Concert DESCRIPTION:"This is a special benefit show for the Fremont Abbey Arts Center’s Youth Ed ucation Programs. Guitarists from around the country will be gathering in Se attle for a week of study and play hosted by the Tuning the Air company. The culmination of the week will be this special performance event and benefit concert. Don't miss it!" \n \nDoors open at 7:45 PM. Performance runs appr. 45 minutes. LOCATION:Fremont Abbey Arts Center\, 4272 Fremont Ave N\, Seattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Christina Florkowski\, info@tuningtheair.com\, 206-789-8481 URL:http://www.tuningtheair.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Tuning The Air END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220940314-2739@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080908T150514Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081017T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081017T120000 SUMMARY:ARC Dance Company Presents: Momentum Ten DESCRIPTION:ARC Dance Company presents Momentum Ten in honor of its tenth regular perfor mance season in Seattle. Opening on October 17th for two evenings at the \nB roadway Performance Hall\, the program consists of some of the company's rep ertoire over the last several years. Some new and returning professional dan cers join ARC to present a selection of neo-classical\, theater/dance\, and contemporary works in the centrally located Broadway Performance Hall on Oct ober 17 and 18. \n \nTICKETS: Advanced: $15.00 Child/Student\, $22.00 Adult \nAt the Door: $18.00 Child/Student\, $25.00 Adult \nARC: 206 352-0798 or at www.brownpapertickets.com LOCATION:Broadway Performance Hall \n1625 Broadway | Seattle\, WA 98122 CONTACT:Marie Chong\, info@arcdance.org\, 206-352-0798 URL:www.arcdance.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221024719-2743@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080909T143159Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081018T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081018T120000 SUMMARY:Pursuit Of Happiness DESCRIPTION:6th Day Dance\, a Seattle-based contemporary dance company\, presents Pursui t of Happiness\, a collection of new works that explore the ideas surroundi ng the sources of happiness—everything from money and materials to marriage and motherhood…and more! It will premier on Saturday\, October 18th at 3pm and 8pm at Harambee Venue\, 316 South 3rd Street\, Renton\, WA 98057. Ticke ts are $12 for adults and $10 for children under 12 and seniors over 65. Ti ckets can be purchased at the door or in advance via www.sixthdaydance.org o r by phone at 206-406-5465. LOCATION:Harambee Venue \n316 South 3rd Street \nRenton\, WA 98057 CONTACT:Jennifer Rowse\, info@sixthdaydance.org\, 206-406-5465 URL:http://www.sixthdaydance.org/ CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:6th Day Dance Company END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1222573888-2772@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080927T125128Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081018T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081018T150000 SUMMARY:Shop Local Seattle DESCRIPTION:SECOND ANNUAL SHOP LOCAL SEATTLE \n \nCome meet some of Seattle’s most aweso me small business owners at the second annual Shop Local Seattle. This year’ s event will be held at the Ravenna Eckstein Community Center 6535 Ravenna A ve NE Seattle WA 98115. It will run from 12-3pm. More than 40 business owner s will be set up at tables selling their products and promoting their servic es. We look foward to seeing you there! LOCATION:Ravenna Eckstein Community Center 6535 Ravenna Ave NE Seattle WA 98115 CONTACT:Shannon Evans\, shannonevans123@comcast.net\, 206.235.9887 URL:http://www.shoplocalseattle.wordpress.com CATEGORIES:Families SPONSOR:Card Mama And Split Images END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1223405871-2778@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081007T035751Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081018T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081018T220000 SUMMARY:Social Justice Fund Northwest 30th Anniversary Celebration DESCRIPTION:Social Justice Fund NW is proud to welcome Dr. Cornel West\, one of America’ s most provocative public intellectuals\, as keynote speaker of its 30th Ann iversary Celebration. Dr. West\, who burst onto the national scene in 1993 with his bestselling book\, Race Matters\, will be speaking about his new bo ok\, Hope on a Tightrope\, which will be available for pre-release purchase at the event. LOCATION:Seattle Marriot Waterfront CONTACT:Sarah Studer\, sarahs@socialjusticefund.org\, (206)624-4081 x31 URL:http://www.socialjusticefund.org CATEGORIES:Public Issues END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1224285611-2795@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081017T082011Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081018T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081018T120000 SUMMARY:Holdstock & MacLeod In Concert DESCRIPTION:Holdstock and MacLeod perform authentic renditions of the songs of their hom elands\, performing shanties and other traditional music of the sea or ninet eenth century ballads. Audiences will sing and laugh along to their outrageo us songs and stories. \n \nDick and Allan trade off on mandolin and guitar a nd frequently use acappella arrangements. Their strong melodic tones resona te with all who have the pleasure of hearing them. \nAdmission: $10 - $15 \n Coffee\, tea\, baked goods\, and maritime music CDs for sale. LOCATION:Center For Wooden Boats \n1010 Valley Street \nSeattle\, WA 98109 CONTACT:Alice Winship\, walice1@qwest.net\, 206-448-0707 URL:http://nwseaport.org CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Northwest Seaport END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1224541745-2804@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081020T072905Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081020T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081020T120000 SUMMARY:Masting In Teaching Info Meeting DESCRIPTION:Master in Teaching (MIT) Offered in Seattle \nAre you ready for a career cha nge? Working professionals who want the rewards of teaching in secondary sch ools are invited to learn about Western Washington University’s Master in Te aching degree (MIT). Attend an information session 6 p.m. on November 5 at N orth Seattle Community College\, TB 1555. Details are on the Web www.wce.wwu .edu/Depts/TEOP or contact eesp.NSCC@wwu.edu or call (206) 527-3719. LOCATION:North Seattle Community College\, TB 1555 \n9600 College Way North \nSeattle \, Washington 98103 CONTACT:eesp.NSCC@wwu.edu\, (206) 527-3719 URL:http://www.wce.wwu.edu/depts/TEOP CATEGORIES:Classes SPONSOR:WWU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1223412380-2779@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081007T054620Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081022T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081022T120000 SUMMARY:Master In Teaching Info Meeting DESCRIPTION:Master in Teaching (MIT) Offered in Seattle \nAre you ready for a career cha nge? Working professionals who want the rewards of teaching in secondary sch ools are invited to learn about Western Washington University’s Master in Te aching degree (MIT). Attend an information session 6 p.m. on October 22 at N orth Seattle Community College\, TB 1555. Details are on the Web www.wce.wwu .edu/Depts/TEOP or contact eesp.NSCC@wwu.edu or call (206) 527-3719. LOCATION:North Seattle Community College\, TB 1555 \n2600 College Way North \nSeattle \, WA 98103 CONTACT:WWU\, eesp.NSCC@wwu.edu\, (206) 527-3719 URL:http://www.wce.wwu.edu/Depts/TEOP CATEGORIES:Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220410119-2725@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080902T114839Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081023T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081023T120000 SUMMARY:Tuning The Air DESCRIPTION:Tuning the Air is a unique experience of music in three dimensions. \n \nCha mber music where the musicians define the chamber itself. \n \nA compelling exploration of improvisations and original works\, as well as innovative arr angements of material from Zeppelin to Shostakovich\, Beatles to the Beach B oys. \n \nEight acoustic guitarists collaborate to offer audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting. \n \nDoors open at 7:45 PM. Perf ormance runs appr. 45 minutes. LOCATION:Fremont Abbey Arts Center\, 4272 Fremont Ave N\, Seattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Christina Florkowski\, info@tuningtheair.com\, 206-789-8481 URL:http://www.tuningtheair.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Tuning The Air END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1222131668-2768@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080922T100108Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081023T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081023T223000 SUMMARY:Vocalpoint! Seattle Presents 'Rhythm Of The Rain' DESCRIPTION:The show features the vocal and dance talents of the 35-member Vocalpoint! S eattle ensemble made up of area high school students. The group is an affili ate ensemble of the highly acclaimed Northwest Boychoir\, and part of the No rthwest Choirs. \n \nPerformance times are 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m.\, Sunday. Tickets are $15 with a discounted $10 ticket for st udents and seniors. Tickets are available in advance or at the door. LOCATION:Broadway Performance Hall \n1625 Broadway \nSeattle\, WA 98122 CONTACT:Northwest Choirs\, nwc@northwestchoirs.org\, 206-524-3234 URL:http://www.northwestchoirs.org/events.php CATEGORIES:Music & Dance RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1224195668-2788@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081016T072108Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081024T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T120000 SUMMARY:Sleeping Over With Science And Arts For Grades 3-5 DESCRIPTION:Attention parents! Relax at home or enjoy an evening out\, while your kids e xplore science or the arts at Western Washington University. This event is f or youth in grades 3-5 and takes place October 24-25. The sleepover follows an evening of immersion in special topics in science or arts\, “Creatures of the Hidden World” or “Mystical\, Magical\, World of Art”. Add the Saturday morning recreation option to complete the experience. Visit the Web for deta ils: www.wwu.edu/youth or contact youth@wwu.edu or (360) 650-3308. LOCATION:WWU Campus \n516 High Street \nBellingham\, WA 98225 CONTACT:youth@wwu.edu\, (360) 650-3308 URL:http://www.wwu.edu/youth CATEGORIES:Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221694669-2759@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080917T083749Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081024T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081024T220000 SUMMARY:Don't You Dare Love Me DESCRIPTION:This fall Macha Monkey presents the world premiere of \n \nDon’t You Dare Lo ve Me \nby Keri Healey \ndirected by Carol Roscoe \n \nA dark comedy abou t late night phone calls\, blind dates\, compromising threesome negotiations \, and other mishaps of Seattle dating. \n \nCritically-acclaimed playwright Keri Healey takes on matters of the heart in non-committal single Seattle i n her darkly funny play\, Don’t You Dare Love Me. \n \nPart comedy\, part t ragedy. Just like all relationships. \n \n“Healey captures lust and grief w ith the same unflinching eloquence.” —The Stranger LOCATION:2222 2nd Ave #200 \nSeattle\, WA 98121 CONTACT:Macha Monkey Productions\, info@machamonkey.org\, 206-443-7725 URL:http://www.machamonkey.org CATEGORIES:Drama SPONSOR:Macha Monkey Productions RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1219617051-2711@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080824T073051Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T160000 SUMMARY:Native Bulb\, Seed & Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:Indoors sale\, rain or shine! All species native to Washington\, including n ative lily bulbs and seeds for several dozen native species. Also books on b otany\, insects\, propagating and gardening with natives. Experts will assis t in selecting plants for your specific location. \n \nFundraiser for Washin gton Native Plant Society. See www.wnps.org for more info including how to v olunteer\, and a list of species on sale (later in the fall). \n \nBring you r own trays/boxes please! LOCATION:Bldg. 30\, 7400 Sand Point Way NE\, Seattle\, 98115 CONTACT:Linda Ellis\, lindaellis@wnps.org\, 206-542-3210 URL:www.wnps.org CATEGORIES:Gardens SPONSOR:Washington Native Plant Society END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221800477-2765@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080918T140117Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T120000 SUMMARY:Health & Happiness DESCRIPTION:As part of Stress-Free Seattle campaign\, The Art of Living Foundation is co nducting free yoga and meditation seminars all over the town. Relax and dest ress with some amazing yoga and meditation. \nYou will learn Practical Techn iques that can be practiced at work or at home. \nFor more information\, con tact: 206 920 2180.or visit: www.stressfreeseattle.org LOCATION:Seattle Public Library\, Montlake Branch \n2401 24th Ave E\, Seattle\, WA 98 112 CONTACT:Shalu\, shalu.gupta@gmail.com\, 206 920 2180 URL:www.stressfreeseattle.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:The Art Of Living END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221800674-2766@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080918T140434Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T120000 SUMMARY:Health & Happiness DESCRIPTION:As part of Stress-Free Seattle campaign\, The Art of Living Foundation is co nducting free yoga and meditation seminars all over the town. Relax and dest ress with some amazing yoga and meditation. \nYou will learn Practical Techn iques that can be practiced at work or at home. \nFor more information\, con tact: 206 920 2180.or visit: www.stressfreeseattle.org LOCATION:Federal Way Public Library \n848 S. 320th St.\, Federal Way\, 98003 CONTACT:Shalu\, shalu.gupta@gmail.com\, 206 920 2180 URL:www.stressfreeseattle.org CATEGORIES:Etc. SPONSOR:The Art Of Living END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1217891353-2693@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080804T080913Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T170000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T210000 SUMMARY:NARAL Pro-Choice Washington's 28th Annual Liberty Ball Auction DESCRIPTION:All of the proceeds from this event will be put to work to help keep Washing ton one of the most pro-choice states in the nation! This sparkling celebrat ion includes reception\, dinner\, Silent and Live Auctions with Auctioneer L aura Michalek\, and surprises galore! LOCATION:Bell Harbor International Conference Center \n2211 Alaskan Way\, Pier 66 \nSeattle\, WA 98121 CONTACT:Natalia Fior\, nataliafior@prochoicewashington.org\, 206-624-1990 URL:http://www.prochoicewashington.org/events/libertyball.shtml CATEGORIES:Etc. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1222803006-2773@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080930T043006Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T173000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T233000 SUMMARY:7th Annual Outdoors For All Gala Auction DESCRIPTION:Join us for another fun-filled evening benefiting the Outdoors for All Found ation mission: to enrich the quality of life of children and adults with dis abilities through outdoor recreation. LOCATION:The Westin \nSeattle\, WA CONTACT:Will Niccolls\, willniccolls@outdoorsforall.org\, 206-838-6030 URL:www.outdoorsforall.org CATEGORIES:Community Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1223687717-2783@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081010T101517Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081025T120000 SUMMARY:Maria Dunn In Concert DESCRIPTION:A storyteller through song\, Maria Dunn combines North American folk and cou ntry music with the influences of her Celtic heritage. Born in Scotland and raised in Ontario and Alberta\, she writes songs inspired by historical and contemporary characters\, capturing their struggles and triumphs in her lyri cs. Complementing her clear\, warm voice with a pleasing accompaniment on g uitar and accordion\, Maria creates a sound that brilliantly reflects her tr aditional roots. LOCATION:Phinney Neighborhood Center (lower Bldg) \n6532 Phinney Ave N \nSeattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Seattle Folklore Society\, 206-528-8523 URL:http://www.seafolklore.org/folksche.html CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Seattle Folklore Society END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1222893301-2775@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081001T053501Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081026T160000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081026T173000 SUMMARY:Trunk Or Treat DESCRIPTION:Come in costume! \ncollect treats from creatively decorated trunks! \nvisit a spooky place! \ncontinous showing of a halloween classic! \n \ngood safe f un for the whole family! LOCATION:RENTON 1ST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH \n2201 NE 4TH STREET\, RENTON \nOct 26\, 2008\, 4-530pm CATEGORIES:Community Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1222463796-2770@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080926T061636Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081028T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081029T195500 SUMMARY:Son Of Terror DESCRIPTION:Press release - Local film opening \n \n"SON OF TERROR" - a monster movie \n Tagline - "Not guilty by reason of insanity" \nFilmed in Pioneer Square \n \ n"Son of Terror" examines the inner workings of a mentally ill person set on the stage of a monster movie. Inspired by the homeless problem in Pioneer S quare\, this film takes a fictional look at the horror of mental illness. \n \n3 years in the making. Produced and directed by TK Artist Loft resident A ntony De Gennaro. Starring Alan Sutherland\, Larry Laverty\, Ben Andrews. \n \nTwo shows per night 6:15PM & 8:15PM LOCATION:Rendezvous Jewelbox Theater \n2322 2nd Ave \nSeattle CONTACT:Antony De Gennaro\, info@sonofterror.com URL:http://www.sonofterror.com CATEGORIES:Drama SPONSOR:4044 Productions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1224294888-2796@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081017T105448Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081029T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081029T000000 SUMMARY:Slashacre! DESCRIPTION:The Beta Society has partnered with Crypticon to bring you Slashacre\, an ev ent filled with blood\, guts and gore both on the big screen and live onstag e. \nSeattle's own Bloodsquad will perform an improvised horror movie live b efore your very eyes based on suggestions from you\, the audience. Leaving n othing to the imagination is the world premiere of The Beta Society’s origin al horror-comedy film Junkbucket. Pushing every imaginable envelope\, Junkbu cket is an ode to the slasher films of yore: when killers preyed on drunken campers and wore dime-store masks. This film is not suitable for children…or even some adults. \nAlso appearing\, with speci LOCATION:The Market Theater \n1428 Post Alley\, Seattle\, WA 98101 CONTACT:The Beta Society\, thebetasociety@gmail.com URL:www.thebetasociety.com CATEGORIES:Drama SPONSOR:The Beta Society And Crypticon END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220410262-2726@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080902T115102Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081030T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081030T120000 SUMMARY:Tuning The Air DESCRIPTION:Tuning the Air is a unique experience of music in three dimensions. \n \nCha mber music where the musicians define the chamber itself. \n \nA compelling exploration of improvisations and original works\, as well as innovative arr angements of material from Zeppelin to Shostakovich\, Beatles to the Beach B oys. \n \nEight acoustic guitarists collaborate to offer audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting. \n \nDoors open at 7:45 PM. Perf ormance runs appr. 45 minutes. LOCATION:Fremont Abbey Arts Center\, 4272 Fremont Ave N\, Seattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Christina Florkowski\, info@tuningtheair.com\, 206-789-8481 URL:http://www.tuningtheair.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Tuning The Air END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1223055588-2776@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081003T023948Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081031T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081031T223000 SUMMARY:Teatro ZinZombie DESCRIPTION:oin Teatro ZinZanni on Friday\, October 31st and celebrate a ZinZombie Hallo ween\, as only we know how! Come early for an All Hallows Eve Happy Hour and enjoy a howlingly good beverage in the ghoulishly decorated cocktail lounge .Get decked out in your most frightfully creative costume and enter our cont est. You could win some faboolous prizes. All of this\, plus our three- hour show with a five-course ghoul-met feast for only $104 per ticket plus bever ages and gratuity. \n \nBuy tickets online\, call (206) 802-0015\, or stop b y the box office for tickets or for more information. LOCATION:Teatro ZinZanni\, 222 Mercer St\, Seattle WA 98109 URL:dreams.zinzanni.org/zinzombie.htm CATEGORIES:Fine Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1223492294-2780@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081008T035814Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081031T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081031T203000 SUMMARY:Taming The Human Heart: A Talk By Lama Kathy Wesley DESCRIPTION:Being human in this world can sometimes be a challenge\; our minds are pushe d and pulled by the media\; by the news\, and by the triumphs and tragedies of our daily existence. If we long to have a life that is more warm\, lovin g\, and human\, we need to look inside\, to our own heart\, to find a place of peace from which to build that life. \n \nLama Kathy Wesley is a teacher in the Karma Kagyu tradition and student of Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche\, abbot of Karma Triyana Dharmachakra (KTD) the main seat of H.H. 17th Gyalwang Karm apa. KTC Seattle is an affiliate of KTD and holds weekly meditation and pra ctice sessions. For more information\, please visit LOCATION:Seattle Unity Church - Chapel \n200 Eighth Avenue North \nSeattle\, WA 9810 9 CONTACT:Linda Lee\, seattlektc@mac.com\, 206-463-0370 URL:http://seattlektc.org CATEGORIES:Lectures SPONSOR:Karma Thegsum Choling Seattle END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1224013845-2785@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081014T045045Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081031T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081031T020000 SUMMARY:Boo Costume Extravaganza Halloween Party DESCRIPTION:Boo\, Seattle’s newest and largest Halloween costume and dance party\, takes place Friday\, October 31st 8:00pm-2:00am at the Fremont Studios. \n \nThe night features: Full Liquor Bars\, Costume Contest with prizes hosted by s pecial guest MC Eyes\, Las Vegas class electronic video displays and effects projected by VJ Scobot\, the hottest live dance music mixed on the Transpor ter Stage\, Center of the Universe Cigar Lounge. \n \nBoo\, is a fundraiser for the Fremont Chamber of Commerce. Tickets are $15 in advance at brownpape rtickets.com and $20 at the door. Fremont Studios is located at 155 N. 35th St. Seattle\, WA 98103. \n \nBoo is a 21 and over event. LOCATION:Fremont Studios: 155 N 35th Street\, Seattle\, WA 90103 CONTACT:tickets@fremontstudios.com\, 206-838-9080 URL:http://www.fremontstudios.com CATEGORIES:Etc. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1223946215-2784@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081013T100335Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081101T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081101T170000 SUMMARY:Scandinavian Holiday Bazaar DESCRIPTION:Three floors of Scandinavian Gifts\, Hand made and Imported\, Antiques and B aked goods. Enjoy Danish Smorrebrod on Saturday and the famous Swedish Panca ke Breakfast on Sunday. Entertainment of Folk Dancing and Scandinavian Music both days. Free Entrance and Free Parking. LOCATION:1920 Dexter Avenue N\, Seattle\, WA 98109 (on The East Side Of Queen Anne Hi ll) CONTACT:Swedish Cultural Center\, desireeomdal@hotmail.com\, 425-881-1544 URL:www.swedishculturalcenter.org CATEGORIES:'Tis the Season SPONSOR:Swedish Cultural Center And Danish Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1224123578-2787@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081015T111938Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081101T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081101T120000 SUMMARY:Davide Salvadore In Pratt's Hot Shop DESCRIPTION:Watch accomplished Italian glassblower Davide Salvadore demonstrate in Pratt 's Hot Shop! \n \nA descendant of a long line of glassworkers\, Davide Salv adore grew up on the Venetian island of Murano. The founder of his own studi o on Murano\, Salvadore creates expressive one-of-a-kind sculptures that pus h the boundaries of centuries-old traditions. \n \nThis free event is co-spo nsored by the William Traver Gallery where Salvadore's work will be on displ ay from November 6 - 30\, 2008. LOCATION:Pratt Fine Arts Center \n1903 S. Main St. \nSeattle\, WA 98144 CONTACT:Jen Malley\, jmalley@pratt.org\, (206)328-2200 x 262 URL:www.pratt.org CATEGORIES:Fine Arts SPONSOR:Pratt Fine Arts Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1222553122-2771@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080927T070522Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081101T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081101T220000 SUMMARY:Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise Aboard The Steamship Virginia V DESCRIPTION:Join It's a Mystery and the historic Steamship Virginia V for a special Hal loween theme murder mystery celebration and adventure aboard the High Seas\, with a 3 hour Dinner Cruise around Lake Union and Lake Washington. \nWe use unsuspecting audience members as the actual suspects\, where they get to in teract and play along...be interrogated by the cops and even accuse fellow p articipants of nefarious crimes. You could be sitting next to the murderer! Figure out who-dun nit. Prizes are awarded for correct and creative answers… and someone always gets to leave in handcuffs! Halloween costumes welcome bu t not required. LOCATION:Departs From Seattle's Lake Union Park \n860 Terry Avenue North\, Seattle W A 98109 \nFor A Mystery Dinner Theater Cruise Around Lake Union And Lake Was hington. CONTACT:Steamship Virginia V\, tickets@virginiav.org\, 206-624-9119 URL:http://www.virginiav.org CATEGORIES:'Tis the Season SPONSOR:Events On The Edge Productions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1224704624-2807@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081022T044344Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081102T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081102T120000 SUMMARY:PACE 5K Race And Walk DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, November 2nd\, 9:00 am at Marina Park in Kirkland join the fight against prostate cancer in the 2008 PACE Race. Run or walk in the 5K or jo in the 1 Mile Fitness Walk if that’s more your speed. All runners and walk ers will receive a race t-shirt and nylon drawstring backpack filled with pl enty of goodies. \nThe PACE Race is part of a series of races developed by t he Prostate Cancer Education Council to educate men\, their families and com munities about the prevalence of prostate cancer\, the importance of early d etection and available treatment options. LOCATION:Marina Park\, Kirkland Washington CONTACT:Shana Allen\, shana@lments.net\, 206-214-7727 URL:www.pacerace.org CATEGORIES:Community Fun SPONSOR:770AM KTTH\, Dendreon\, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance\, NW Hospital\, Chaffey Homes\, Bellevue Urology\, Fo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1224541604-2803@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081020T072644Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081105T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081105T120000 SUMMARY:Elementary Education Degree Completion Info Meeting DESCRIPTION:Complete Your Elementary Education Degree in Seattle \nApply your Associate’ s or approved Bachelor’s degree toward Washington State Teacher Certificatio n\, and Elementary Education and Special Education Endorsements. Classes are held in the evenings. Learn more about Western Washington University’s prog ram during an information meeting at 6 p.m. on November 5 at North Seattle C ommunity College\, TB 1555. Details are on the Web www.wce.wwu.edu/depts/TEO P or contact eesp.NSCC@wwu.edu or (206) 527-3719. LOCATION:North Seattle Community College\, TB 1555 \n9600 College Way North \nSeattle \, Washington 98103 CONTACT:eesp.NSCC@wwu.edu\, (206) 527-3719 URL:http://www.wce.wwu.edu/depts/TEOP CATEGORIES:Classes SPONSOR:WWU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1221163899-2749@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080911T051139Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081106T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081128T120000 SUMMARY:A To Z : Text And Art Exhibition DESCRIPTION:November 6 – 28\, 2008 \nAn exhibition of sculpture\, lithography\, serigrap hy\, letterpress and bookmaking by David Francis\, Lisa Hasegawa\, Jill Vart engian\, Kristen Ramirez\, Larry Calkins and Abraham Mong. \n \nOpening: Fi rst Thursday November 6\, 6 - 8pm \nPublic hours: Fridays and Saturdays\, 12 - 5pm and by appointment LOCATION:Pratt Gallery At Tashiro Kaplan Studios \n306 South Main Street\, Ste 102 \n Seattle\, WA 98104 CONTACT:Pratt Fine Arts Center\, info@pratt.org\, 206.328.2200 URL:www.pratt.org CATEGORIES:Fine Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1220410382-2727@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20080902T115302Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081106T200000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081106T120000 SUMMARY:Tuning The Air DESCRIPTION:Tuning the Air is a unique experience of music in three dimensions. \n \nCha mber music where the musicians define the chamber itself. \n \nA compelling exploration of improvisations and original works\, as well as innovative arr angements of material from Zeppelin to Shostakovich\, Beatles to the Beach B oys. \n \nEight acoustic guitarists collaborate to offer audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting. \n \nDoors open at 7:45 PM. Perf ormance runs appr. 45 minutes. LOCATION:Fremont Abbey Arts Center\, 4272 Fremont Ave N\, Seattle\, WA 98103 CONTACT:Christina Florkowski\, info@tuningtheair.com\, 206-789-8481 URL:http://www.tuningtheair.com CATEGORIES:Music & Dance SPONSOR:Tuning The Air END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1224539944-2802@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081020T065904Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081107T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20090120T120000 SUMMARY:Virtuelle Mauer/ReConstructing The Wall DESCRIPTION:Experience a virtual reality (VR) installation that allows visitors to explo re a larger-than-life reconstruction of the Berlin Wall. This 3D computer gr aphics simulation weaves in archival sound\, image\, and video\, including r ecords from the former East German Secret Service (Stasi). Users navigate th rough the digital landscape using a simple video game joystick\, experiencin g dramatic episodes that develop into a surreal\, movie-like dream. LOCATION:911 Seattle Media Arts Center \n402 9th Ave N \nSeattle\, WA 98109 CONTACT:Rob Hyman\, rob@911media.org\, 206-682-6552 x13 URL:www.911media.org CATEGORIES:Fine Arts SPONSOR:American Institute Of Architects END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2-1223618672-2782@clarkinternet.com DTSTAMP:20081009T150432Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Pacific:20081108T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20081108T120000 SUMMARY:The 28th Annual Holiday Bazaar At Fort Lewis DESCRIPTION:The 28th Annual Holiday Bazaar at Fort Lewis will be Nov. 8 and 9 — Saturday \,