Looking for something to do this weekend? From a light-themed fundraiser to a hands-on robotics workshop, here are a few top options to help you get out and about in the days ahead.
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Founders Live Seattle
The Collective social club presents a night of food, drinks and discussion as part of Founders Live, a nationwide happy-hour, "where up to five handpicked companies take the hot seat," according to the event organizers. Participants have just 99 seconds to pitch their company and "describe their value proposition in front of a live audience."
When: Friday, March 29, 6-9 p.m.
Where: The Collective, 400 Dexter Ave.
Admission: $10
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Black Girls CODE Seattle Chapter Presents: We Build!
Next, Black Girls CODE (BGC) will host a hands-on robotics workshop at Seattle Central College on Saturday. The event will give participants an "opportunity to build and program a robot and/or circuits using block-based programming and/or javascript," according to the event organizers. BGC events aim to provide a space to introduce young girls to "the technical universe," and encourage them to pursue careers in the industry.
When: Saturday, March 30, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Seattle Central College, 1701 Broadway
Admission: Free
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Lusio Lights at The Volunteer Park Conservatory
Finally, explore "creative and fun light art" at the Volunteer Park Conservatory for an after-hours fundraiser to benefit the nonprofit Friends of the Conservatory. The event features a variety of local artists and DJs as "Lusio Light artists weave their light art installations throughout" the glass-enclosed building, write the organizers. Libations will be available for purchase at the Bromeliad House bar, while the Seasonal House offers space for dancing.
When: Saturday, March 30, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Volunteer Park Conservatory, 1400 E. Galer St.
Admission: $15-20
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Get out there.
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