Looking to get out into the community this week?
From a crayfish party to an art session, there's plenty to do when it comes to community and cultural events coming up in Seattle this week. Read on for a rundown.
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Summer Crayfish Party
From the event description:
Join us in the National Nordic Museum’s East Garden for the special Summer Crayfish Party. You will enjoy all the crayfish and traditional fixings you can eat, plus great conversation and lively entertainment. Bring your friends and appetite, and get ready to have some drinks, sing some songs and celebrate the season.
When: Friday, Aug. 16, 6-9:30 p.m.
Where: National Nordic Museum, 2655 N.W. Market St.
Price: $120
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2019 Seattle Design Festival: Opening Party
From the event description:
Join us for an evening celebration to kick off the 10-day Seattle Design Festival (exploring BALANCE) and recognize the many people and organizations who make it possible. Featuring two DJs, food from Golas Kitchen, drinks, dancing, design and more.
When: Friday, Aug. 16, 8-11 p.m.
Where: JW Architects, 1257 S. King St.
Price: Donation
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Drop-in Art Party
From the event description:
Join Path with Art in a creative, drop-in work session, full of art, music, food and community. Collaborate, design and build a structure to shelter Hear & Now while it is unhoused and on display at the Seattle Design Festival Block Party on August 24th & 25th. Teaching Artists Devon Hale and Olivia Turner will be on hand to guide the process. All ages, and level of artistic experience are encouraged to join.
When: Saturday, Aug. 17, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Where: 300 Dexter Ave N
Price: Free
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Symphony for Climate Change
From the event description:
Free outdoor all-ages event in Discovery Park to enjoy Arts in the Park and to join a global effort to address climate change. The event will feature the screening of Terra Nostra (“Our Earth”), an acclaimed multimedia symphonic creation featuring music, film and poetry about climate change by Seattle composer and conductor Christophe Chagnard (poem read live by award-winning Classical KING FM host Lisa Bergman), “EarthQuake” by the Khambatta Dance Company, and a resource fair and family activities with local artists, scientists and environmental groups to engage the community in discourse and motivate people to see what practical steps they can take in their own lives and communities.
When: Saturday, Aug. 17, 4-7 p.m.
Where: Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way
Price: Free
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Parking in Seattle can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of Seattle parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, check King County Metro or Sound Transit for nearby options.
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