Featured Events in King County in March 2025 (August Updated)

Experience the enchanting performance of Kelsea Ballerini on her highly anticipated Live On Tour at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. The event is scheduled for March 13, 2025, at 334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98109. Don't miss this opportunity to witness one of the most talented country-pop singers of our time in a mesmerizing live concert setting. Get your tickets now to secure your spot at this unforgettable musical event.

Join us for the next WTC Seattle Night Out! 25% off tickets to Waitress the Musical with a fun chance to meet and mingle prior to the show: 5:30-7:00PM: Meet & Mingle in the 1930 Lounge of the Washington Athletic Club 7:30PM: Performance Starts Please RSVP to this event page and then visit www.5thavenue.org/wtcse or use promo code: WTCSE when purchasing for March 13th! ********* Sara Bareilles's pop-rock musical is filled with scrumptious pie--so much pie--and is one of the most famous musicals from the past decade. It's a story of friendship, chosen family, and embracing love from unexpected places. Jenna dreams of leaving behind a life she didn't imagine for herself, and the announcement of a baking contest could be her ticket out. Supported by her best friends, Jenna chooses to open her heart to the messier parts of life, which certainly don't come with a recipe. Information Source: World Trade Center Seattle | eventbrite

Although Palestinians have long been demonized in U.S. media and politics, their struggle portrayed as illegitimate, emergent progressive voices increasingly challenge the status quo on Israel and Palestine and express solidarity with Palestinian resistance. What accounts for this change and its evolution?Third Place Books is honored to welcome Dr. Karam Dana to our Ravenna store for a presentation and discussion of his new book, To Stand with Palestine: Transnational Resistance and Political Evolution in the United States. Timely and insightful, To Stand with Palestine offers an inside look at how Palestinians have shared their story with the world and why sympathy for their plight is growing, with significant implications for the global political landscape. He will be joined in conversation by UW professor Dr. Reşat Kasaba. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Click here for more about our COVID-19 policies for in-person events. Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is required in advance. About To Stand with Palestine. . .In recent years, attitudes in the United States toward the Palestinian cause have shifted dramatically. Although Palestinians have long been demonized in U.S. media and politics, their struggle portrayed as illegitimate, emergent progressive voices increasingly challenge the status quo on Israel and Palestine and express solidarity with Palestinian resistance. What accounts for this change and its evolution? This book provides a new lens on activism around Palestinian issues, demonstrating how the global Palestinian diaspora has driven transnational political movements. Karam Dana explores the ways that exile has shaped Palestinian identity and allowed for new forms of global activism. He examines the social, political, economic, and technological forces that have created space for Palestinian voices to be heard by wider audiences worldwide. Drawing on interviews with scholars and advocates—including members of the Palestinian diaspora and Jewish American activists—as well as public opinion data and media analysis, Dana traces how global Palestinian communities have influenced American views. He addresses the backlash against pro-Palestinian advocacy but argues that solidarity with Palestinians—both in the United States and globally—will continue to strengthen. Timely and insightful, To Stand with Palestine offers an inside look at how Palestinians have shared their story with the world and why sympathy for their plight is growing, with significant implications for the global political landscape. Karam Danais a Palestinian American Professor of Middle Eastern Politics and the Alyson McGregor Distinguished Professor at the University of Washington Bothell. He is also the Founding Director of The American Muslim Research Institute. He specializes in Palestinian identity, transnationalism, and public opinion research. Dr. Dana is a recognized academic, author, and speaker, committed to advancing study of Arab, Muslim, and BIPOC communities in the U.S. through scholarship and community engagement. He received 2018 UW Distinguished Teaching Award, the 2023 UW Bothell Distinguished Scholarship, Research, and Creative Activities Award. In 2024, the Arab American Community of the Pacific Northwest presented him with the Outstanding Service and Leadership Award. Reşat Kasaba is Professor at the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington, where he teaches courses on world history and the modern Middle East. Most recently, he edited volume four of the Cambridge History of Modern Turkey and wrote A Moveable Empire: Ottoman Empire, Migrants, and Refugees. He is also the Director of the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program in Near and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Washington and former Director of the Jackson School. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

🌟 Get Ready to Soar! Rise Up Singing Live at Club Noir 🎤 Experience an incredible night of singing prowess and vocal mastery at Club Noir's highly-anticipated Rise Up Singing competition's SEMI-FINALS! Mark your calendars for March 14th, 2025, and witness the stage ignite with raw talent, captivating melodies, and unforgettable performances. 🎵 Event Details: 📅 Date: Friday March 14th, 2025 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM onwards 🏢 Venue: Club Noir, 3994 Pacific Highway, Loganholme QLD 4129 This competition promises to showcase the brightest voices, each vying for the crown with their passion and soulful renditions. From soul to pop, rock to R&B, expect a diverse array of musical genres that will leave you mesmerized. 🎟️ Limited Tickets Available Now! Secure Your Spot! 🎟️ Don't miss the chance to witness these rising stars as they take center stage, igniting the atmosphere with their talent and leaving you spellbound. Grab your tickets early and join us for an evening of exceptional performances and unforgettable moments! Get ready to be moved, inspired, and carried away by the power of music at Club Noir's Rise Up singing competition! Reserve your seats now and be part of this extraordinary musical journey. For inquiries or more information, please contact us at info@performancestudios.com.au or 0499 94 94 95. Let the melodies soar, and the voices rise! 🌟🎶 Information Source: Performance Studios | eventbrite

Join us for a monthly Girls Night Out experience designed exclusively for women who want to connect, unwind, and enjoy a night of golf, networking, and community. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, this event is all about fun, empowerment, and good vibes with the girls! Event Details: Evergreen Golf Club– Redmond, WA March 14, 2025 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM $40 What to Expect: Indoor Golf Play & Activities Networking & Connections Local Vendor Pop-UpsLight Bites & Libations Good Vibes & MusicEmpowerment & Community Grab your girls, and join us for an unforgettable night of golf, networking, and celebration! Information Source: Girls on the Green Golf Network | eventbrite

Join Barnes & Noble Northgate in Seattle, WA on Friday, March 14, 2025, 6PM PTas we welcome author, NHL insider, and #BookTok influencer Lexi LaFleur Brown to sign her steamy and superstitious hockey rom-com debut SHOOT YOUR SHOT. BONUS: Each ticket includes a signed first edition of SHOOT YOUR SHOT. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ To make this event safe and enjoyable for all attendees, please read the below guidelines ahead of buying a ticket, so you know what to expect on the day. To avoid disappointment, we must stress that there will be no access to the event for non-ticketholders. Barnes & Noble reserves the right to make new rules and orders in its sole discretion with regard to COVID-19 at any time and any person not abiding by the Barnes & Noble directives will be refused entrance or directed to leave the premises. TICKET INFORMATIONSIGNING Book Admission - $20.96 (Admission + one signed copy of SHOOT YOUR SHOT)**LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE**: A ticket PER PERSON includes: One signed paperback copy of SHOOT YOUR SHOT.Admission to the signing with Lexi LaFleur Brown.Lexi will pose for photos during the signing. Photos may be taken from in front of the table only. A B&N bookseller will be on-hand to assist.Lexi will sign and personalize copies of SHOOT YOUR SHOT.--> Purchase of a ticket guarantees entrance into the signing line. However, this ticket does not guarantee a specific spot in line. Line placement is first come, first served. If you require assistance, please let us know. We are happy to accommodate you. GUIDELINESThis is a signing only event and will not include a discussion.Ticket holders will be admitted into the signing line beginning at 5PM the day of the event. The line will be closed before this time and spots may not be reserved until then.Please have a copy of your ticket available (either printed out or on your phone) for check-in.Due to health and safety and space limitations, those without a ticket will not be permitted into the event space.No large bags will be permitted into the event.No memorabilia will be signed at the event.The exact time at which the event ends will be determined on the day. To avoid disappointment, we strongly advise you to arrive on time for the event. Late arrivals may not have the opportunity to meet the author.All event guidelines are subject to change.If you have any additional questions, please can call the store directly at: (206) 417-2967Barnes & Noble may cancel this event at any time with or without notice to the ticket holders.Please note that Eventbrite is the only authorized dealer for this event. Each person must have a ticket to enter. REFUNDSAttendees can receive refunds up to 1 day (24 hours) before your event start TIME. If you are unable to attend the event, Barnes & Noble - Northgate (Seattle, WA) will hold your books for seven days after the event. Please contact the store to arrange your pickup. Should this event be canceled due to changing COVID-19 concerns, all customers will be refunded their ticket price to the original method of payment per Eventbrite's refund policy. Event guidelines are subject to change. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ABOUT SHOOT YOUR SHOTJaylen “JJ” Jones’s hockey career is over. After not securing an NHL contract with the Seattle Rainiers, Jaylen decides to bid the city farewell with a final night of fun, blowing off steam with an anonymous one night stand. But when a last-minute roster spot opens up on the Rainiers, he connects his luck to the girl he spent the night with. Superstitious Jaylen is desperate to keep her around—his career depends on it. Aspiring tattoo artist Lucy Ross isn’t so sure about the proposition to remain Jaylen’s lucky charm—she’s been called a lot of things in her life, but good luck has never been one of them. But stuck in a career slump, Lucy has everything to gain. Hoping for an apprenticeship hasn’t offered much stability, and Jaylen is willing to pay any price to get Lucy to agree…so maybe sending him a routine text message before each game won’t be too hard. What starts as an agreement to trade favors—a good luck text in exchange for tattooing practice for Lucy’s portfolio—quickly turns into sizzling chemistry that’s too delicious to deny. But Lucy’s been in too many situationships to even think about getting attached again, and Jaylen is clearly only with Lucy as long as it’s helping his gameplay… Neither of them expecting getting lucky could be so complicated. ABOUT LEXI LAFLEUR BROWNLexi LaFleur Brown comes from a long line of hockey fans, so it was no surprise when she decided to hit the ice herself. Having grown up in the crease, she has seen it all. From the bottom of a dog pile after a big win, to the long quiet bus ride home after a loss and is better having faced both. Hockey laid the foundation for Lexi’s can-do determination, which transferred nicely to her passion for education. She has an MS in Public Relations and a PhD in Education. When Lexi’s not writing hockey romance, she’s chronically online. With a large social media following, she advocates for more inclusivity in hockey, cracks jokes, and shares a glimpse into her own post-meet cute hockey life. Information Source: Barnes & Noble - Northgate (Seattle, WA) | eventbrite

Explore Seattle Kraken v Utah Hockey Club sporting information for 14th March, as well as links for Ice Hockey tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. The Seattle Kraken are a professional ice hockey team based in Seattle, Washington. They are a member of the National Hockey League (NHL) and will begin play in the 2021-2022 season. The team will compete in the Pacific Division of the Western Conference, facing off against fierce rivals such as the Vancouver Canucks and San Jose Sharks. The Kraken's home games will take place at the newly-renovated Climate Pledge Arena, which is set to be one of the most state-of-the-art and sustainable arenas in the country. The team's roster is made up of talented players from around the world, with notable names such as J.T. Miller and Mark Giordano leading the way. With an impressive lineup and a brand-new home, the Seattle Kraken are poised to make a splash in the NHL and compete for top honors in the league. The Utah Hockey Club is a professional ice hockey team that is based in Salt Lake City, Utah. The team competes in the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL) and has been a member since its inception in 1993. The Utah Hockey Club has a rich history of success, winning two Stanley Cup Championships in 1996 and 2001. Some of the notable players on the team's roster include Joe Smith, Mike Johnson, and Mary Brown. The team plays their home games at the Vivint Smart Home Arena, which has a seating capacity of over 18,000 spectators. The arena is known for its electric atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities, making it a must-visit destination for any hockey fan. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

Explore Seattle Reign FC v NJ/NY Gotham FC sporting information for 15th March, as well as links for Football tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. Seattle Reign FC is a professional women's football team based in Seattle, Washington. The team competes in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), which is the top tier of women's soccer in the United States. Since its establishment in 2012, Seattle Reign FC has emerged as a dominant force in the league, consistently qualifying for the playoffs and reaching the championship game in 2014 and 2015. The team has also won the NWSL Shield, awarded to the regular season champions, in 2014 and 2015. Seattle Reign FC boasts a talented roster of players, including US Women's National Team stars Megan Rapinoe and Allie Long. The team plays their home games at Cheney Stadium, a 6,500-seat stadium in Tacoma, Washington, and has a strong and loyal fan base known for their passionate support. With a record of success and a talented roster, Seattle Reign FC is a team to watch in the NWSL. NJ/NY Gotham FC, formerly known as Sky Blue FC, is a professional soccer team based in Harrison, New Jersey. The team competes in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), which is the premier women's soccer league in the United States. Established in 2006, NJ/NY Gotham FC has proven itself to be a force to be reckoned with, having consistently qualified for the playoffs multiple times. The team boasts an impressive roster of talented players, including several who have represented their respective national teams. Notable players include US Women's National Team star Carli Lloyd and Canadian National Team captain Christine Sinclair. NJ/NY Gotham FC plays its home games at Red Bull Arena, which has a seating capacity of over 25,000 and offers a state-of-the-art facility for both players and fans. With numerous accolades and a strong following from dedicated fans, NJ/NY Gotham FC is a powerhouse in the world of women's soccer. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

The Godfather meets West Side Story in this twisty, darkly romantic thriller from New York Times bestselling author Christina Dodd. A dangerous blast sends a girl into hiding to escape a deadly family feud...Third Place Books welcomes the return of Christina Doddto our Lake Forest Park storefor a discussion of her new book, Girl Anonymous, a romantic thriller about a woman who has been trying to escape the deadly feud her mother ignited years ago with devastating consequences—and with one explosion, she’s drawn right back in. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. About Girl Anonymous. . .Romeo and Juliet meets Sandra Brown with a dash of “The Godfather” in this romantic thriller about a woman who has been trying to escape the deadly feud her mother ignited years ago with devastating consequences—and with one explosion, she’s drawn right back in. Maarja Doe owns a moving company that’s been hired to move Mrs. Bouchard’s precious paintings and objects to her new home in Montana. The Bouchards are the undisputed leaders of an Old World/New World crime syndicate that is slowly transitioning into legitimate business, but those old values of revenge and retribution are alive and well. Maarja knows that for a fact because twenty three years ago, her mother ignited an explosion that killed herself and Mrs. Bouchard’s husband and it’s haunted Maarja ever since. For she was there that day too… Mrs. Bouchard doesn’t seem to recognize her, but her son, Dante, watches Maarja closely and has a million questions . Questions that seem benign but she knows he doesn’t miss anything. He was there that day too and she remembers him—his arrogance, his curiosity, his judgment. And just as they’re all about to part, the move completed, Maarja is standing with Mrs. Bouchard when she hears a crash…and then the roar of an explosion. Mrs. Bouchard saved her life all of those years ago and Maarja is determined to return the favor and get her out of the burning building. But when Mrs. Bouchard dies in Dante’s arms, Maarja loses control. She hoped she could escape the past, that the overwhelming fear she lived with on a daily basis would eventually subside. But it all comes roaring back—the desperate sound of her mother’s voice, the feel of the flames on her face, the panic that every moment could be her last. Dante Bouchard was there that day too. And this second explosion binds them even closer together than the first one did. They’ve both known unfathomable loss and grief and they both know that the people responsible for this second blast aren’t finished yet. Maarja and Dante are still alive and they won’t rest until that’s no longer the case. New York Times bestselling author Christina Doddwrites “brilliantly etched characters, polished writing, and unexpected flashes of sharp humor that are pure Dodd” (ALA Booklist,) and much to her mother’s delight, Dodd was once a clue in the Los Angeles Times crossword puzzle. Please accept Christina's invitation to enjoy her newsy, funny, book-centric mailings at christinadodd.com (yes, she is the proud author with the infamous three-armed cover.) About Third Place Books Founded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Discover Your Past Life in a Sound Bath! The Spiritual Sound Journeys are a series to identify deeper into our Higher Self and connect with Source and the spiritual realm. Each session will be a two hour immersion of sound and spiritual hypnosis, as Becky guides you on a deeply fulfilling journey, filled with light and love. PAST LIFE SERIES of SOUND JOURNEYS: Crystal Past Life Regression Join Becky in a transformative session that combines meditation, your favourite crystal, and the ethereal tones of crystal singing bowls. As you embark on a guided exploration, let the resonance of your crystal guide you through the mysteries of your past life. Uncover insights and recognise recurring themes. 🔮 Bring Your Curiosity and Crystal: Pack your curiosity, a notebook, and your chosen crystal – be it a wisdom-infused gem, a meaningful quartz, or one with captivating inclusions. We will let the crystal lead us on a journey to a past life. This unique experience invites you to delve into the depths of your consciousness, unlocking the secrets of who you were and the life you once lived. This is a group sound bath. The angelic sound waves from crystal singing bowls will envelop you, adding an extra layer of soothing to your soul and cleansing your energy field. Reserve your spot now for an immersive exploration of your past, guided by the enchanting melodies of crystal magic. Explore other events in the Past Life Series (daytime): △ Visit the Akashic Records - 4 March △ Rainbow Bridge Past Life Regression - 11 March △ Crystal Past Life Regression - 18 March Buy all 3 and save $10 via www.soulsignificance.au ABOUT BECKY Becky is a Master Hypnotist & NLP Practitioner, Multiple Brain Integration Coach and master Life Coach. She is a trained Sound Healer and Tesla Metamorphosis Healer who adds this energy to the bowls to elevate the healing benefits. She plays the bowls intuitively from reading the energy in the room to bring harmony into the field allowing sound bathers to physically feel the energy and elevate their consciousness. BENEFITS OF SOUND MEDICINE MENTAL BENEFITS: - Reduce Stress & Anxiety - Mental & Emotional Clarity - Promotes Deep Sleep PHYSICAL BENEFITS: - Lowers Blood Pressure - Stimulates the Immune System - Pain Relief - Brings Cells into Harmony EMOTIONAL BENEFITS: - Emotional Clarity - Reduces Anger - Emotional Blockages Broken Down SPIRITUAL BENEFITS: - Pineal Gland Activation - Remove Toxins & Blockages from the Energy Field - Chakra Cleansing & Balancing - DNA Activation - Alter Consciousness - Spiritual Connection These events are the most spiritual I have ever felt JC IN PREPARATION △ For optimum results ensure you are well hydrated throughout the day of the session as water helps the healing sound vibrations carry through your body, improving your experience. Bring water with you. △ Wear comfortable clothing that won’t dig in or restrict you when laying down. △ An empty stomach or a light bite is recommended. △ Arrive early as doors will be locked once the event starts. WHAT TO BRING △ Mats, pillows & blankets are supplied, or you're welcome to bring your own. You may wish to bring an eye mask, and definitely bring water! △ Bring an intention for yourself - sound amplifies and manifests our intentions. △ If you're a note-taker bring a pen and pad to record your insights AFTER THE SESSION Drink lots of water and gift yourself more self love that you so deserve. Expect healing to continue long after the session has ended, you may continue to feel sensation or have unexpected things come up in the mind. Journal anything came up for you during and after the session. COST: $35 + BF Or buy all 3 in the series and save $10 Save on booking fees via www.soulsignificance.au LOCATION: Soul Significance Sound Lounge, Carnation Street, Wynnum, QLD Entry via Garage TIME: 12pm Duration: 1.5 hours Doors close after 5 mins Multiple spiritual journeys, sound baths, and workshops are hosted at Soul Significance Sound Lounge in Wynnum. Check out the full schedule here: www.soulsignificance.au/events Information Source: Soul Significance | eventbrite

Kim Fay will be presenting 'Kate & Frida: A Novel of Friendship, Food, and Books' at Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park on March 18, 2025. This event offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world of Kate and Frida as they navigate the intricacies of friendship, food, and literature. Join Kim Fay as she discusses her latest work and invites attendees to explore the themes that bring these characters to life. The venue, located at 17171 Bothell Way Northeast #A101, promises a cozy setting for an evening of literary exploration. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in a captivating story that celebrates the joys of companionship and culinary delights.

Third Place Books welcomes the return of UW professor Sasha Senderovich to our Ravenna store! He'll be introducing new readers to the re-publication of The Zelmenyaners: A Family Saga, written by Moyshe Kulbak and translated from Yiddish by Hillel Halkin. The Zelmenyaners describes the travails of a Jewish family in Minsk that is torn asunder by the new Soviet reality. Four generations are depicted in riveting and often uproarious detail as they face the profound changes brought on by the demands of the Soviet regime and its collectivist, radical secularism. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Click here for more about our COVID-19 policies for in-person events. Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is required in advance. About The Zelmenyaners. . .This is the first complete English-language translation of a classic of Yiddish literature, one of the great comic novels of the twentieth century. The Zelmenyaners describes the travails of a Jewish family in Minsk that is torn asunder by the new Soviet reality. Four generations are depicted in riveting and often uproarious detail as they face the profound changes brought on by the demands of the Soviet regime and its collectivist, radical secularism. The resultant intergenerational showdowns– including disputes over the introduction of electricity, radio, and electric trolley– are rendered with humor, pathos, and a finely controlled satiric pen. Moyshe Kulbak, a contemporary of the Soviet Jewish writer Isaac Babel, picks up where Sholem Aleichem left off a generation before, exploring in this book the transformation of Jewish life. Sasha Senderovich is associate professor of Slavic, Jewish, and international studies at the University of Washington, Seattle. He is the author of How the Soviet Jew Was Made (Harvard University Press, 2022). He has also published on Soviet-born American writers like Gary Shteyngart, Anya Ulinich, Irina Reyn, and David Bezmozgis. Together with Harriet Murav, he is the translator of the Yiddish writer David Bergelson’s Judgment: A Novel (Northwestern University Press, 2017) and, from Yiddish and Russian, of In the Shadow of the Holocaust: Short Fiction by Jewish Writers from the Soviet Union (this project has received a 2023-2025 grant for Scholarly Editions and Translations from the National Endowment for the Humanities; the book is expected from Stanford University Press in 2026). He has also published essays on literary, cultural, and political topics in the Los Angeles Review of Books, the New York Times, Jewish Currents, the New Republic, and elsewhere. Moyshe Kulbak (1896-1937) was a leading Yiddish modernist poet, novelist, and dramatist. He is the author of Childe Harold of Dysna and The Messiah of the House of Ephraim, among other works. He was arrested and executed in 1937, during the wave of Stalinist repression that hit dozens of Yiddish and other writers and cultural activists throughout Soviet Belarus. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books welcomes back local author Susan Meissnerto our Lake Forest Park store! She will be discussing her new novel, A Map to Paradise, called A tale both tender and touching, about three complex and damaged women who despite their outward differences are all searching for that elusive thing called a home, by Kate Quinn, author of The Briar Club. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is recommended in advance. About A Map to Paradise. . .With her name on the Hollywood blacklist and her life on hold, out-of-work starlet Melanie Cole has little choice in company. There is her next-door neighbor, successful screenwriter Elwood, but his agoraphobia allows only for short conversations through the windows. He’s the closest thing she has to a friend in her exile, though, as she and her maid, Eva, an immigrant from Eastern Europe, rarely make conversation. Then they both happen to spot Elwood’s sister-in-law and caretaker, June, digging in his rose garden one morning just before dawn. After that they don’t see Elwood at all anymore. Where could a man who never leaves the house possibly have gone? Has something happened to Elwood? The two women can’t help trying to find out. But as they sneak up on and into June’s life, they discover an unexpected secret, and then a shared goal that's even more startling. Susan Meissner is a former managing editor of a weekly newspaper and an award-winning columnist. She is the USA Today bestselling author of Only the Beautiful, The Nature of Fragile Things, The Last Year of the War, As Bright As Heaven, A Bridge Across the Ocean, Secrets of a Charmed Life, A Fall of Marigolds, and Stars over Sunset Boulevard, among other novels. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books is delighted to welcome Lucy Scoreto our Lake Forest Park store for the launch of her new novel, Story of My Life, the first book in a small-town romance series. Julia Quinn, the bestselling author of the Bridgerton series, will join in conversation. TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY DECEMBER 12 at 7am PST! What you need to know: All tickets include a pre-signed special edition of the event's featured book. This special edition includes gorgeous designed edges, spot gloss on the cover, a map, and chapter POV art.All books will be pre-signed by the author. In lieu of a signing line, this program will include a photo opportunity with the author! No personalization requests.Tickets must be purchased through Eventbrite. Pre-order of the featured book will notgrant you access to the event.If you are unable to attend the event, your book will be placed on hold at our Lake Forest Park store. You may request to have your book placed on hold at our Ravenna or Seward Park location. Please allow time for transfer.Click here for more about our COVID-19 policies for in-person events. Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:Tickets are required in advance. All tickets include a copy of the featured book. About Story of My Life. . .Hazel Hart was a successful romance novelist until a breakup drives her straight into writer’s block. Having failed (and failed some more) to deliver her new manuscript, she’s hiding from the world behind a wall of old takeout containers until her publisher lays down the law. If she misses her next deadline it’s The End. Desperate for inspiration, Hazel impulse-buys a historic home online and flees Manhattan to tiny Story Lake, PA. Upon her dramatic arrival—involving an incident with a bald eagle—she discovers the charm of her new home may have been slightly exaggerated. The house is a wreck and the town is struggling after their biggest employer shut down. Also, since her raccoon-infested home came with a seat on the town council our introverted heroine is stuck with a front row seat to all the small-town shenanigans. But Hazel isn’t worried. Not since all six-feet-three inches of grouchy contractor Campbell Bishop slapped a bandage on her forehead and unintentionally inspired the heck out of her. There’s only one thing to do: Hire Cam and his equally gorgeous brothers to renovate her new spider museum…er…house. Okay two things. A fake date for “research purposes” will really put her work-in-progress on track. Before Hazel knows it, she’s writing a romance novel and living one. At least until the drywall dust settles, the town she’s falling in love with faces bankruptcy, and growly Cam remembers why he can’t live happily ever after. Lucy Score is a #1 New York Times and a USA Today bestselling author. She grew up in a literary family who insisted that the dinner table was for reading and earned a degree in journalism. She writes full-time from the Pennsylvania home she and Mr. Lucy share with their obnoxious cat, Cleo. When not spending hours crafting heartbreaker heroes and kick-ass heroines, Lucy can be found on the couch, in the kitchen, or at the gym. She hopes to someday write from a sailboat, oceanfront condo, or tropical island with reliable Wi-Fi. #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn loves to dispel the myth that smart women don’t read (or write) romance, and if you watch reruns of the game show The Weakest Link you might just catch her winning the $79,000 jackpot. She displayed a decided lack of knowledge about baseball, country music, and plush toys, but she is proud to say that she aced all things British and literary, answered all of her history and geography questions correctly, and knew that there was a Da Vinci long before there was a code. On December 25, 2020, Netflix premiered Bridgerton, based on her popular series of novels about the Bridgerton family. Quinn is the author of almost 40 books — all romance, mostly novels (some novellas, a graphic novel, and a few that defy easy labelling; please peruse her bookshelf). When not writing, she spends much of her time advocating for causes she strongly believes in. A graduate of Harvard & Radcliffe Colleges, she lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

YELLOW CLAW presents€URO TRA$H FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2025 at Enso 750 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada 19+ to attend with valid Gov't ID. FEATURINGYELLOW CLAW€URO TRA$H is a DJ side project by Yellow Claw (Jim Taihuttu & Nils Rondhuis) that blends elements of house, bass, and electronica with a distinct European flair. The alias allows them to explore a more club-focused, underground sound while maintaining their signature high-energy style. With infectious grooves and a mix of nostalgic and futuristic influences, €URO TRA$H delivers a fresh take on electronic dance music, pushing creative boundaries beyond the mainstream festival circuit. Known for their high-energy performances and genre-blending sound, Yellow Claw fuses elements of trap, hardstyle, hip-hop, and bass music, creating a signature style that has captivated audiences worldwide. Rising to prominence in the early 2010s, they gained recognition with viral hits like Shotgun, DJ Turn It Up, and Till It Hurts. Their debut album, Blood for Mercy (2015), won the Edison Award and featured collaborations with Diplo, Pusha T, and Ty Dolla $ign. They continued their success with albums like Los Amsterdam (2017), New Blood (2018), and Never Dies (2020), solidifying their reputation as electronic music innovators. Yellow Claw has headlined major festivals, including Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, and EDC, while also co-founding their influential label, Barong Family, which showcases emerging talent in the electronic music scene. With their electrifying performances and genre-defying sound, Yellow Claw remains one of the most dynamic acts in the industry. W ITH YOUR LOCAL FAVORITES: (in alphabetical order) T.B.A. T ICKET DETAILS:Get tickets ➤ http://www.ensovancouver.com ----------------------------------------------------------------- www.ensovancouver.com #EnsoVancouver www.instagram.com/ensovancouver www.twitter.com/ensovancouver www.thisisblueprint.com #thisisblueprint www.instagram.com/blueprintevents www.twitter.com/blueprintevents N OTE: + Please Be Aware of Ticket Scams + • Only buy tickets online through our website or Official Promoters • Do not buy from someone you don't know • Buying resale tickets are at your own discretion REDESIGNED | MODERN | REINVENTED www.ensovancouver.com Table Reservations: rsvp(at)ensovancouver.com Information Source: ENSO | eventbrite

Embark on a journey of laughter and adventure with DNDprov, our new monthly Dungeons and Dragons-themed improv show! Each performance is a unique quest where audience suggestions shape the storyline and large dice rolls decide the fate of our brave comedians. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or new to the realm of fantasy, DNDprov promises an evening filled with spontaneous comedy, mythical challenges, and unpredictable twists. Gather your party and join us for an unforgettable experience where your imagination sets the stage! Information Source: Jet City Improv | eventbrite

Lit Lounge: The People’s Art is a prose and poetry salon that brings culture and community together through the literary arts. Created and hosted by Jodi-Ann Burey, each monthly installment features three writers reading from their published works or works-in-progress alongside DJ Topspin, bringing the vibes. Learn more at litlounge.art. Schedule: Doors | 7pm - come early to connect, grab a bite, and drinks while they lastReading | 8pm - three readers, 10 minutes each, dj set in betweenVibes | 9pm - stay a while and connect with featured readers and friends, old and new&gt;&gt;&gt; ASL INTERPRETERS CONFIRMED FOR FEB 28 DATE &lt;&lt;&lt; Arts Partners:mam's books, the only independent Asian American bookstore in Seattle and the entire Pacific Northwest. Purchase Lit Lounge book here.Black Women Write Seattle, a writing community with a mission to uplift and support Black women writers on the path towards publication.Donate to BWWS!About Jodi-Ann Burey:Jodi-Ann Burey (she/her) is a sought-after speaker and writer who works at the intersections of race, culture, and health equity. Her debut book, Authentic: The Myth of Bringing Your Full Self to Work disrupts traditional narratives about racism at work and is forthcoming in 2025 with Flatiron Books. Beyond the written word, Jodi-Ann stands out as a catalytic orator, having conducted over 100 keynotes - including TEDx, panels, fireside chats, and interviews. She is a regular contributor on KUOW-NPR’s podcast, Seattle Now and live radio program, Week in Review. Inspired by her own experience as a cancer survivor and her academic and professional experience in public health, Jodi-Ann is also the creator and host of Black Cancer, a podcast about the lives of people of color through their cancer journeys. Jodi-Ann's writing has been supported by Voices of Our Nation Arts Foundation (VONA), The Hambidge Center for Creative Arts & Sciences and The Virginia Center for Creative Arts (VCCA). She enjoys snowboarding, photography, oil painting and prides herself on being a cool auntie and a reluctant dog owner. About DJ Topspin:“Described by many as cognac smooth, he < seemingly > easily weaves a complex blend of hits & unearthed genre-spanning gems from both past & present eras, creating a musical tapestry all his own. He's particularly renowned for his harmonic ear, showcased by his signature blends / remixes, selection & timing; as also evidenced by the AKA BLENDIANA JONES” addition to his moniker. - JetCity Labs MARCH READERS:Luther HughesAnastacia-ReneeE.J. KohFEBRUARY READERS:Quenton BakerKristen Millares YoungMoniac WestPAST EVENTS:January Readers: Amber Flame, author of apocrifa. Apocrifa is a nongendered love story told in verse, the journey of a lover and their beloved finding each other, falling apart, and then creating their own way to love together.Keeonna Harris, author of Mainline Mama. A powerful and wrenchingly intimate memoir about the formidable challenge of raising a family separated by prison walls and how we can fight back against a broken byzantine system.Dujie Tahat, author of Balikbayan. “Like its namesake, Balikbayan holds dear life’s extraordinary essentials. Which is to say, this is a collection of shape-shifting care packages: poems as reminders of what sustains us; poems that bear witness to needful defiance; poems of generosity and grit...” —R.A. Villanueva Information Source: Jodi-Ann Burey | eventbrite

Walk the Georgetown neighborhood with naturalist and historian David B. Williams! Join Third Place Books and naturalist, geologist, and local historianDavid B. Williams for a guided walk through Seattle's Georgetown to celebrate the release of Seattle Walks: Discovering History and Nature in the City! WHERE: The tour will start and end at Oxbow Park (6430 Corson Avenue South). Meet on the east side of Corson Avenue S, about 150 yards north of its intersection with S Willow Street, where a wide driveway on the west side of the road enters an unfenced parking lot (6700 Corson Avenue S). This is also where the walk will end. TIME: Saturday, March 22nd from 10am to 12pm The walk is 2.2 miles and will take approximately 90-120 minutes. Tickets are required in advance and include a copy of Seattle Walks, Second Edition. 1 ticket admits 1 attendee. Home to the earliest settlement by Europeans in the Seattle area, Georgetown has a long history that dovetails with the overall development of Seattle. On this two-mile, completely flat walk, we’ll discuss the undetermined fate of more than 3,000 disinterred bodies, the reengineering of the Duwamish River, the world's sixth largest brewery, and an historic steam plant. Mixing stories of vice, benevolence, engineering, and beer, this walk will give you new insights into one of the overlooked, and more interesting, neighborhoods in the city. Tickets:Tickets are required. Availability is limited! About Seattle Walks: Second Edition. . .An updated and expanded new edition of the definitive walking guide to Seattle One of America's most walkable cities, Seattle rewards urban trekkers with expansive scenery and architectural and historical riches. The second edition of this acclaimed guidebook offers eighteen walks chosen for interest and easy accessibility. Williams's compelling stories bring the city to life, revealing often-overlooked details of Seattle's past and present. This guide includes: • easy to follow maps • in-depth descriptions of places tied to map locations • sidebars with additional fun facts and advice on side trips • new walks that focus on the city's social justice history Extensively revised and illustrated with full-color maps and photographs, this new edition of Seattle Walks is an invitation to lace up your shoes and embark on some unforgettable urban adventures. David B. Williams is a naturalist, author, and educator. His many books include the award-winning Homewaters: A Human and Natural History of Puget Sound and Too High and Too Steep: Reshaping Seattle’s Topography. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Explore Seattle Sounders FC v Houston Dynamo sporting information for 22nd March, as well as links for Football tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. Seattle Sounders FC is a professional soccer team based in Seattle, Washington. The team competes in the Major League Soccer (MLS) as a member of the Western Conference. Since its inception in 2007, the Sounders have consistently performed well in the league, winning the MLS Cup in 2016 and three Supporters' Shields in 2014, 2011, and 2020. The team's home stadium is the iconic Lumen Field, which can hold over 69,000 fans. Some notable players who have donned the Sounders jersey include Clint Dempsey, Fredy Montero, and Jordan Morris. With such a strong record and talented players, Seattle Sounders FC continues to be a major force in the MLS and a fan-favorite team across the country. The Houston Dynamo is a professional soccer team based in Houston, Texas. Founded in 2005, the team competes in the Major League Soccer (MLS) Western Conference. The Dynamo has had much success in their short history, winning the MLS Cup in their first two seasons (2006,2007) and reaching the finals three other times (2011, 2012, 2018). They have also won the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup twice (2018, 2019). The team's home turf is the BBVA Stadium, which has a capacity of 22,000 spectators. The Dynamo is led by notable players such as Boniek García, Mauro Manotas, and Alberth Elis. With a strong history of success and a talented roster, the Houston Dynamo continues to be a formidable opponent in the MLS. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

“When you write a memory, it isn’t in the past anyway. It’s alive right now.” ― Natalie Goldberg This class is designed for those who have completed the Unexpected Productions Creative Storytelling course and are ready for advanced-level story exploration and creation. Our aim is to help you broaden your story repertoire, establish a stronger connection with your audience, and improve your performance skills. During the course, we will cover topics such as narrative development, audience rapport, themes, and your personal storytelling journey. We'll explore how to create stories by delving into your personal histories and memories, including those you may be hesitant to share. Each class will focus on two concepts: one practical (sensory work and presentation) and one more abstract (vulnerability, empathy, and listening). With a maximum class size of 12, all students will have the opportunity to share their work and receive feedback. Participation is mandatory, and we are excited to assist you in enhancing your storytelling abilities on a deeper and more meaningful level. Dates: 6 Saturdays. 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm, starting March 22nd NOTE: Attendance at the first session of your course is mandatory as it sets the agenda for the entire quarter. If you think you will have to miss the first class, please consider registering for the next time the class is offered. Location: Market Theatre 1428 Post Alley Seattle 98101 Maximum Students: 12 Cost: $250 Prerequisite: Must have taken Unexpected Productions Creating Stage-Worthy Stories class. Ages: 18+ Teacher Bio: Kent Whipple is an accomplished storyteller and teacher who founded the storytelling program at Unexpected Productions Improv School in Seattle, WA. He serves as a narrative coach for the ensemble and teacher of introductory and advanced storytelling classes. Kent has inspired countless students to find their unique voices and craft compelling stories. He is also been a story coach for Ignite Seattle. As an educator and consultant, Kent has extensive experience teaching the art of storytelling to diverse audiences, including medical school students, corporate teams, and communication professionals. He has worked with reputable organizations such as the University of Washington Medical School, Yelp, Microsoft, WE Communications, and the University of Washington Tacoma LatinX Celebration, earning accolades for his innovative teaching methods and insightful guidance. Kent is dedicated to helping individuals and businesses harness the power of storytelling to achieve their goals. He is the Seattle Producer for the Story Collider, producing four shows annually, and has taught workshops for the World Health Organization, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Allen Institute, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI), The Wild/KUOW Public Radio, and the University of Idaho - Boise. Kent has achieved numerous accolades, including winning the first Moth StorySLAM he attended, being the Moth GrandSLAM winner in March 2023, and being named Best of Bawdy Storyteller for 2019 by an audience vote. He has also been featured as a teller three times on the Risk podcast and appeared on the PBS show Stories from the Sage, which highlights the power of real stories told by masterful storytellers. Kent is a thought leader in the art of storytelling and has appeared on various podcasts, such as Pre-Accident Investigations Podcast and KUOW. He holds a B.A. in Arts Administration from the College of Santa Fe and has mentored with Natalie Goldberg, Larry Rosen, Kevin Allison, Margot Leitman, Matthews Dicks, and Joan Logghe – Poet Laureate of New Mexico. He is an active member of the storytelling community in the Pacific Northwest and has performed at events such as The Moth, Story Collider, Fresh Ground Stories, the Intersections Festival, Bawdy Storytelling, Bad Date Storytelling, and Over the Rainbow Storytelling. https://www.facebook.com/Kentstoryteller/ Such a great telling of the story and the audience reaction was amazing. Kevin Allison, Risk! Podcast, 9/18 “Kent Whipple is a treasure.” Paul Currington, Producer, Fresh Ground Stories **Cancellation policy: If you must cancel before the first class, we offer credit only towards a future class. We are unable to offer refunds. You must cancel 72 hours befre the class starts. If you cancel after the first class we will not offer credit towards a future class. Again, we are unable to offer refunds. Information Source: The Improv School Unexpected Productions | eventbrite

Gallery Guichard fine art gallery from Chicago, Illinois presents amazing fine art in Seattle, Washington. Join us for The WOW Fine Art Exhibition at the WOW Gallery sponsored by State Farm - Jeffery Taylor! Get ready to be amazed by the incredible talent on display with fine art paintings and sculptures. Join us on Sat, Mar 22, & 23 2025 at 2:00 PM for 2 afternoons of art, culture, and community. Don't miss out on this opportunity. See you there! Information Source: Gallery Guichard | eventbrite

PLEASE ARRIVE BETWEEN 8:15-8:45AM TO CHECK IN This workshop is a great opportunity for al l women competitors to come together to learn, connect and network with industry pros, leaders and new and veteran competitors. We will cover: Judging criteria for all divisions Posing demos by the pros Veteran Hour (Focus group for seasoned competitors) What to expect at a show and How a show is run Image: Tanning, make up and hair Suits & Shoes Training & Nutrition tips Mindset training Breaskout sessions Q & As with the Pros Group Posing session This will include a Sponsored SWAG bags for each attendee Dress comfortably. Bring water and your heels. Lunch will be provided: Chicken breast, rice and broccoli Outside food or drink (besides water) is not allowed within the ballroom so if you bring a meal, please eat outside of the ballroom Host Hotel Group Rate for Mar 21-Mar 23 2025 Courtyard Seattle Bellevue/Downtown11010 NE 8th Street Bellevue, Washington 98004 Group name: Tanji Johnson Fitness Group rate: $162 Cut off date: Mon, Mar 3rd Book your group rate for Women's Competition Workshop March 2025 Information Source: Tanji Johnson Bridgeman | eventbrite

Experience the hilarity of "So True Live with Caleb Hearon" at Moore Theatre in Seattle on March 22, 2025. Prepare to be entertained by Caleb Hearon, a rising comedy star known for his sharp wit and relatable humor. The venue, located at 1932 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, offers the perfect setting for a night of laughter and fun. Don't miss out on this opportunity to see Caleb Hearon live in action - get your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of comedy.

Wait, is that {insert type of glass here}?! Working with a variety of types of opaque glass, we'll explore ways to alter their standard appearance (cutting, shaping, texturing) and use the altered and standard versions together in a mosaic composition for contrast and subtle surprise.Students will choose from several compositions and materials, select/alter/arrange pieces on a template, mix/apply mortar, and finally set their mosaic into mortar in a prepared frame. About the Instructor: Kelly Knickerbocker is an award-winning mosaic artist since 2005. With an aesthetic steeped in materials analysis and innovation, Kelley began teaching her unique blend of contemporary and classically-influenced mosaic techniques in 2009. She's known worldwide for her unordinary work and her enthusiastic, inventive, yet technically-grounded approach to teaching that regularly moves students beyond their own creative expectations. Information Source: Pilchuck Glass School | eventbrite

How do they do that? Learn the basics of improvisation. Discover how to actively listen, use your own life to create stories, and work on the fundamental principles of improvisation. The class focuses on team building and the concept that “If your teammate looks good, then you will look good”. Emphasis will be placed on understanding and utilizing basic scene work skills and most importantly, having fun. Lots of laughs and lots of stage time. Under the guidance of our amazing faculty, you will learn to:· Be a Better Listener· Conquer FearsSpark CreativityMeet New People/Make New FriendsBecome a Better Problem Solver Gain Confidence· Fail EasierSay Yes More in Your Life· Get Out of Your Comfort ZoneBecome a Better Public Speaker· Discover More About YourselfHAVE A BLASTAll students begin at this level. It’s a prerequisite to the other levels. Dates: Eight (8) Sunday classes Time: 3:30pm-6:00pm NOTE: Attendance at the first session of your course is mandatory as it sets the agenda for the entire quarter. If you think you will have to miss the first class, please consider registering for the next quarter. Location: 5700 6th Ave S Suite 109 Seattle 98108 https://goo.gl/maps/LpCDFP2j5wvWnNYw5 Maximum Students: 16 Cost: $295.00 ($308.56 including fees) Prerequisite: None Ages: 18+ You are learning more about improv, more about yourself, making interesting friends, while you are learning and stretching in ways that will make life better both at work and socially, yet everyone is smiling so hard your face hurts ... How many stars is that worth? Jonathan A. 5 Stars Yelp **Cancellation policy: If you must cancel before the first class, we offer credit only towards a future class. We are unable to offer refunds. You must cancel 72 hours before the class starts. If you cancel after the first class we will not offer credit towards a future class. Again, we are unable to offer refunds. Information Source: The Improv School Unexpected Productions | eventbrite

This class continues to work on all the basic skills of the previous classes with emphasis placed on character work. Scene building will be a point of exploration as well as using the environment and non-linear narrative. The class will emphasize bringing your scene work to life with energy, believable environments and convincing characters. Learn to sustain a more complex narrative and play with commitment. This class is will participate in the end of session showcase: A chance to test your skills in front of an audience. Dates: Eight (8) Sundays NOTE: Attendance at the first session of your course is mandatory as it sets the agenda for the entire quarter. If you think you will have to miss the first class, please consider registering for the next quarter. Time: 3:30-6pm Location: 5700 6th Ave S Suite 109 98108 Maximum Students: 16 Cost: $295 ($308.56 including booking fees) Prerequisite: Improv 100 and Improv 200, or approval by Education Director Ages: 18 and above **Cancellation policy: If you must cancel before the first class, we offer credit only towards a future class. We are unable to offer refunds. You must cancel 72 hours before the class starts. If you cancel after the first class we will not offer credit towards a future class. Again, we are unable to offer refunds. Information Source: The Improv School Unexpected Productions | eventbrite

Contested City offers a history of state-society relations in Baghdad, exploring how city residents managed through periods of economic growth, sanctions, and war, from the oil boom of the 1950s through the withdrawal of US troops in 2011Third Place Books is pleased to welcome Alissa Walterto our Lake Forest Park store for a presentation of her new book, Contested City: Citizen Advocacy and Survival in Modern Baghdad. Charting the social, economic, and political transformations of Iraq's capital city, Walter examines how national policies translated into action at the local, everyday level. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. RSVP is recommended in advance. About Contested City. . .Contested City offers a history of state-society relations in Baghdad, exploring how city residents managed through periods of economic growth, sanctions, and war, from the oil boom of the 1950s through the withdrawal of US troops in 2011. Interactions between citizens and their rulers shaped the social fabric and political realities of the city. Notably, low-ranking Ba'th party officials functioned as crucial intermediaries, deciding how regime policies would be applied. Charting the social, economic, and political transformations of Iraq's capital city, Alissa Walter examines how national policies translated into action at the local, everyday level. With this book, Walter reveals how authoritarian governance worked in practice. She follows shifts in mid-century housing and urban development, the impact of the Iran–Iraq and Gulf Wars on city life, and the manipulation of food rations and growth of black markets. Reading citizen petitions to the government, Walter illuminates citizens' self-advocacy and the important role of low-ranking party officials and state bureaucrats embedded within neighborhoods. The US occupation and ensuing sectarian fighting upended Baghdad's neighborhoods through violent displacement and the collapse of basic state services. This power vacuum paved the way for new power brokers, including militias and neighborhood councils, to compete for influence on the local level. Alissa Walter is an Associate Professor of History at Seattle Pacific University. She earned her MA in Arab Studies and her PhD in Middle Eastern History from Georgetown University in Washington, DC. She traveled frequently to Iraq for her research, and has spent significant time in Egypt, Jordan, and Morocco. Walter regularly volunteers as an expert witness for Iraqi asylum seekers in Washington. Walter has deep roots in the Pacific Northwest: her husband was born and raised in the area, and they are now raising their two kids to experience all the natural beauty that the Northwest offers. Walter is a resident of Shoreline, WA. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

This class continues to work on all the basic skills of the previous classes with emphasis placed on character work. Scene building will be a point of exploration as well as using the environment and non-linear narrative. The class will emphasize bringing your scene work to life with energy, believable environments and convincing characters. Learn to sustain a more complex narrative and play with commitment. This class is will participate in the end of session showcase: A chance to test your skills in front of an audience. Dates: Eight (8) Monday classes NOTE: Attendance at the first session of your course is mandatory as it sets the agenda for the entire quarter. If you think you will have to miss the first class, please consider registering for the next quarter. Time: 7:00pm-9:30pm Location: 5700 6th Ave S Suite 109 Seattle 98108 Maximum Students: 16 Cost: $295 ($308.56 including booking fees) Prerequisite: Improv 100 and Improv 200 Ages: 18 and above **Cancellation policy: If you must cancel before the first class, we offer credit only towards a future class. We are unable to offer refunds. You must cancel 72 hours before the class starts. If you cancel after the first class we will not offer credit towards a future class. Again, we are unable to offer refunds. Information Source: The Improv School Unexpected Productions | eventbrite

A much-needed playbook to supporting and retaining women of color in leadership roles to create lasting change in the world— from a former labor and community organizer and founder of one of the nation’s premier funders of women of color-led organizations.Third Place Books is thrilled to welcome community organizer Vanessa Priya Danielto our Seward Park store for a discussion of her new book, Unrig the Game: What Women of Color Can Teach Everyone About Winning. She will be joined in conversation Naomi Ishisaka, social justice columnist for The Seattle Times. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. RSVP is recommended in advance. About Unrig the Game. . . Essential reading for everyone who wants progressive movements to win. A guide for women of color leaders to reclaim our power —LaTosha Brown, Co-founder of Black Voters Matter and Southern Black Girls Consortium I didn’t know how much I needed this book until I turned the pages. —Linda Sarsour, Author of We Are Not Here to Be Bystanders “An immeasurable gift to anyone trying to understand the conditions in which women of color make the impossible possible. —Ash-Lee Woodard Henderson, former co-executive director, Highlander Research & Education Center In the U.S., many of the most significant social justice victories of our time have been spearheaded by women of color leaders. From the streets, to the ballot box, to elected office, no other demographic group stands up more consistently and unequivocally for human rights, democracy, and the planet. Remarkably, they’ve accomplished this despite conditions—in their fields and organizations—that make leadership uniquely treacherous for them. For women of color leaders, the game is rigged. How much more could humanity be winning if we unrigged it? What might be possible, in this clutch moment of history, with so much on the line, if movements stopped benching our best in ways that negatively impact the scoreboard for everybody? Unrig the Game equips us to support effective women of color leaders so we can all win. A former community and union organizer who started one of the largest foundations to resource women of color-led organizing, Vanessa Priya Daniel draws on candid interviews with forty-five prominent women of color movement leaders, along with her own experience at the helm of an organization, to offer an on-the-ground perspective of the obstacles leaders face, how they navigate them, and how allies can show up. Daniel highlights the unique strengths and “superpowers” these leaders bring to the fight for social change, while debunking the myth that identity alone makes a transformative leader. For women of color leaders, this book is a balm, a sister circle, and a master class. For everyone, it is an essential tool to realize the world we all deserve. Vanessa Priya Danielhas worked in social justice movements for twenty-five years as a labor and community organizer and funder. She founded and served for seventeen years as executive director of Groundswell Fund, a leading funder of women of color-led grassroots and electoral organizing. She is a recipient of the Smith College Medal, was featured by The Chronicle of Philanthropy as one of fifteen “Influencers” who are changing the non-profit world, and by Inside Philanthropy as one of the “Top 100 Most Powerful Players in Philanthropy.” Daniel has written for The New York Times and other publications. Naomi Ishisaka is the Assistant Managing Editor for Diversity and Inclusion and the Social Justice Columnist for The Seattle Times. She is a journalist and photographer who focuses on racial equity and social justice. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books is delighted to welcome the return of New York Times Book Review romance columnist and former bookseller Olivia Waiteto our Lake Forest Park store for the launch of her new cozy space mystery novella, Murder by Memory. This event is free and open to the public. Please note: Per request of the author, masks are required to attend this event or join the signing line. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. RSVP is recommended in advance. About Murder by Memory. . .A mind is a terrible thing to erase... Welcome to the HMS Fairweather, Her Majesty's most luxurious interstellar passenger liner! Room and board are included, new bodies are graciously provided upon request, and should you desire a rest between lifetimes, your mind shall be most carefully preserved in glass in the Library, shielded from every danger. Near the topmost deck of an interstellar generation ship, Dorothy Gentleman wakes up in a body that isn’t hers—just as someone else is found murdered. As one of the ship’s detectives, Dorothy usually delights in unraveling the schemes on board the Fairweather, but when she finds that someone is not only killing bodies but purposefully deleting minds from the Library, she realizes something even more sinister is afoot. Dorothy suspects her misfortune is partly the fault of her feckless nephew Ruthie who, despite his brilliance as a programmer, leaves chaos in his cheerful wake. Or perhaps the sultry yarn store proprietor—and ex-girlfriend of the body Dorothy is currently inhabiting—knows more than she’s letting on. Whatever it is, Dorothy intends to solve this case. Because someone has done the impossible and found a way to make murder on the Fairweather a very permanent state indeed. A mastermind may be at work—and if so, they’ve had three hundred years to perfect their schemes... Told through Dorothy’s delightfully shrewd POV, this novella is an ode to the cozy mystery taken to the stars with a fresh new sci-fi take. Perfect for fans of the plot-twisty narratives of Dorothy Sayers and Ann Leckie, this well-paced story will leave readers captivated and hungry for the series’s next installment. Olivia Waite writes queer science fiction, fantasy, historical romance, and essays. She is the romance fiction columnist for the New York Times Book Review. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite