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DesMoines Aux. of Seattle Children's Hospital Holiday Bazaar

Holiday Friday, November 20, 2009 – Saturday, November 21, 2009. Des Moines United Methodist Church 22225 9th St. Des Moines, WA. 98198.

LEGENDS & LYRICS: Native Storytelling & Hip Hop Workshop 10am-5pm FREE!

Music 2 days-Nov. 20-21 featuring Savage Family & traditional storytellers. Workshop goal: to create something new-a fusion of Native Storytelling & Hip Hop with native voices mixing across the generations and speaking with one voice. Attend 1 or both days. Family friendly event. Ticketed evening performances at 7pm. Friday, November 20, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center 4705 W Marginal Way SW Seattle, WA 98106. For more info visit duwamishtribe.org.

Icons of Washington

Visual arts See symbolic ‘icons’ of the features, events, people, and landscapes that make Washington state unique. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be. From the Space Needle to Lucky Lager brewing company, and from Ezra Meeker's efforts to save the Oregon Trail, to game five of the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 divisional series against the New York Yankees, explore what Washington has done for the country and the world. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Friday, November 20, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam

Visual arts Graffiti has long been a form of artistic or political expression; some call it art, some call it vandalism. But archeologists and art historians find it useful to provide context and insight into the minds of those who inscribe personal messages in public places. View an original sleeping station with graffiti-inscribed canvases, and personal stories of young Americans traveling to the Vietnam War in Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Vietnam Graffiti Project, in partnership with the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Friday, November 20, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

"A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply" exhibit at the Burke Museum

Education One hundred years after the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (A-Y-P), the Burke Museum has organized A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply, an exhibit that juxtaposes historic objects and photographs from the 1909 fair with contemporary artwork by 16 Native artists. The exhibit explores how the representation and understanding of indigenous people and cultures has changed over 100 years. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, and until 8 pm on first Thursdays. Admission: $9.50 general, $7.50 senior, $6 student/ youth. Admission is free to children 4 and under, Burke members, UW students, faculty, and staff. Admission is free to the public on the first Thursday of each month. Prorated parking fees are $15 and partially refundable upon exit if paid in cash. Call 206-543-5590 or visit www.burkemuseum.org. Friday, November 20, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University of Washington campus, on the corner of NE 45th St and 17th Ave NE. For more info visit www.burkemuseum.org.

Original Seattle Coffee Crawl

Community Get a unique taste of Seattle with the Original Coffee Crawl! We give you a bold sampling of Seattle’s world famous coffee, plus a robust roast of city lore that explains why this is the Capital of Coffee. Seattle Coffee Crawl is for everyone, not just coffee lovers — in addition to grande serving of coffee history, facts and culture, we add a nice froth of local gossip and architecture. Included is a rich sampling of Seattle’s fabulous coffee at several cafes! Seattle’s Original Coffee Crawl – it’s not the same old grind. Price - Low: $24. Price - High: $27. Ticket Phone: 1-800-838-3006. Ticket Web Link: www.seattlebyfoot.com. Contact: info@seattlebyfoot.com. Friday, November 20, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM. Seattle's Best Coffee 1530 Post Alley Seattle, WA 98101.

Lunch with the Experts: Case-Based Panel Discussion on Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Health Registration is FREE. To register please call (888)501-1025 or e-mail register@cancergrace.org with your name and the number of people attending. Friday, November 20, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Gilda’s Club Seattle 1400 Broadway Seattle, WA. For more info visit cancergrace.org.

YogaStretch (Gentle Yoga)

Health YogaStretch is a gentle yoga class involving slow, deep stretching yoga postures rather than very challenging poses. This class is a fantastic way to improve flexibility and range of motion whether you're new to yoga, or an advanced practitioner. YogaStretch is a refreshing stress reliever for all fitness levels and body types including young, fit, older, injured and larger frames. Friday, November 20, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. The Strong Center, west Olympia. For more info visit www.thestrongcenter.com.

Savor Seattle Pike Place: Off the Beaten Path Tour

Food and drink Go off the beaten path to experience the hidden gems and newest food artisans that have recently come into the Market area! Taste the adventurous and worldly flavors of this ethnic melting pot while exploring the labyrinth of shops "down under" the market. Friday, November 20, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. World Spice Merchants 1509 Western Avenue Seattle, WA 98101. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

Savor Seattle Coffee Bites & Sights Tour

Food and drink Explore Seattle’s two most beloved beans - coffee and chocolate! Follow this duo from caffeinated brew, into a surprising array of food and beverages. Take in Seattle’s grande attractions including the Space Needle, the monorail, and Pike Place Market. Friday, November 20, 2009, 1:45 PM – 4:15 PM. Mayflower Park Hotel 405 Olive Way Seattle, WA 98107. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

Seattle By Foot City Tour

Community Explore Seattle from A to Z with stops at famous landmarks and beloved city icons. Visit three urban parks, where the Seattle's great fire started, walk through the famous Seattle Central Library, learn how to use the free transportation for the rest of the trip and more! $19 Advance reservations/$22 Walk-up. Buy tickets on www.seattlebyfoot.com or call Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006. Walkups are welcome but advance reservations are advised. Price - Low: $19. Price - High: $22. Ticket Phone: 1-800-838-3006. Ticket Web Link: www.seattlebyfoot.com. Contact: info@seattlebyfoot.com. Friday, November 20, 2009, 2:00 PM – 4:15 PM. Seattle Coffee Works 107 Pike St. Seattle, WA 98101 (Across the street from the entrance to Pike Place Market.).

Finally Friday!

Visual arts Fresh art. Live beats. Great people. Come explore the bold and beautiful at Bellevue Arts Museum. Beats provided by DJ Miss Problematic. Plus, live Tango performances and three new exhibits. Complimentary wine, beer and appetizers will be in effect. FREE with admission ($9/$7). Always FREE for members. FREE parking. Co-hosted by the Eastside Entrepreneurs Network. Sponsored by Precept Wine Brands, The City Catering Company and Seattle Magazine. Please RSVP to admissions@bellevuearts.org, call 425.519.0750 or register online at www.bellevuearts.org/calendar/rsvp.htm. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 9. Age Range: Adults. Ticket Phone: 425-519-0770. Ticket Web Link: http://www.bellevuearts.org/calendar/rsvp.htm. Contact: Bellevue Arts Museum. Friday, November 20, 2009, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Bellevue Arts Museum 510 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA 98004. For more info visit www.bellevuearts.org.

Wine Tasting in Graham

Food and drink We would like to extend an invitation to you for our next Friday night 6-8PM wine tasting. This is Graham, WA 1st Coffee & Wine bar in all the area. Friday, November 20, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Austin Chase Coffee 196th Street Ct E Graham, WA 98338.

Uniting Communities Benefit Dinner

Religious Five Talents is celebrating 10 years of uniting communities in some of the poorest and riskiest places in the world – from the slums of India to the mountains of Bolivia. No place is more risky and poor than Sudan where Five Talents is supporting a village bank named “Amat Wuot,” which literally means “A Union of Communities” in Dinka, the local language. Join us to hear the testimony of the Rev. Thomas Anei, who is now witnessing how this village bank is bringing hope and opportunity to Lietnhom, a southern Sudanese town that is rebuilding after being reduced to ashes during regional conflicts just 18 months ago! You will be inspired by this story of how Five Talents works to fight poverty, create jobs and transform lives in Sudan and around the world! Presenter: Rev. Thomas Anei. Age Range: Adults. Ticket Phone: (360) 752-2614. Ticket Web Link: http://www.FiveTalents.org. Contact: Cavin Philbin. Friday, November 20, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Lakeway Inn - Mt. Baker Room 714 Lakeway Drive Bellingham, Washington 98229. For more info visit www.fivetalents.org.

LEGENDS & LYRICS: Fusing Native Storytelling & Hip Hop-Performances-7 pm

Music 2 days-Nov. 20-21 featuring Savage Family & traditional storytellers. Something new-a fusion of Traditional Storytelling & Hip Hop with native voices mixing across the generations and speaking with one voice. Free parking. Doors open at 6pm. Use map and come early to enjoy exhibits and art gallery. $5 students/elders. $10 general. Family friendly event. Free workshop during the day from 10-5 pm. Price - Low: $5. Price - High: $10. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: 206-369-7204. Ticket Web Link: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/89955. Contact: James Rasmussen. Friday, November 20, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center 4705 W Marginal Way SW Seattle, WA 98106. For more info visit duwamishtribe.org.

Seattle Peace Chorus Presents: Peace In Jerusalem

Music Music Director Fred West will lead the Seattle Peace Chorus in a program of music from the three Abrahamic traditions; Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This unique program will feature choral music performed in Hebrew, Latin, Kurdish and Arabic creating an opportunity for cross cultural inspiration and discussion. Seattle Peace Chorus will give two local performances, November 20th and 22nd.. Advance tickets are available for purchase through www.seattlepeacechorus.org. Musical program will feature: Leonard Bernstein's “The Chichester Psalms” featuring Doug Cleveland on pipe organ The Dona Nobis Pacem movement from Bach's B Minor Mass Tu es Petrus by Palestrina A new choral work by Gospel Director Cora Jackson Traditional Persian music with Kamand, Iranian music ensemble featuring Ahmad Yousefbeigi: Daf Milad Zendehnam: Setar The Arabic peace prayer, Daoona Nayeesh. Price - Low: 13.00. Price - High: 20.00. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: (206) 264-5532. Ticket Web Link: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/89672. Contact: Seattle Peace Chorus. Friday, November 20, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Plymouth Congregational Church
 1217 6th Ave. Seattle, WA.

Friday Salsa Dance Party

Health To further the My World Dance and Fitness “fitness-as-fun” philosophy, lively Latin rhythms beckon every 3rd Friday night as the community is invited to a Friday Night Salsa Party with lessons for $5.00. Friday, November 20, 2009, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM. My World Dance and Fitness Studio 849 Hiawatha Place South Seattle, WA 98144.

Seattle Pub Crawl

Food and drink You won’t want this walking tour to end. Seattle’s beer is almost as famous as its coffee, tastes just as delicious and as fun to drink. You’ll try local beer made on site at microbreweries, see the brewing process and learn about beer from around Seattle and around the world. We’ll show you the city’s oldest taverns where Nirvana once played, visit a bar next to what was once the tallest building west of the Mississippi, serve a pint of Seattle’s less illustrious history (including the Mercer Girls who inspired a TV show) and wind up at one of the best Irish pubs in the country. Join us on Seattle’s Pub Crawl. Take Seattle By Foot! (Must be 21+ years of age to participate.). Friday, November 20, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. We meet 15 minutes early at The Pike Pub and Brewery on 1415 First Avenue. Look for the Pike Pub and Brewery neon sign on First Avenue between Pike St and Union St. Your pub crawl guide will be inside with the yellow Seattle By Foot flag.

Erwilian in Concert

Music Nov. 20-21 2009, 7:30 P.M. ERWILIAN plays ancient & contemporary folk music with a sound that is unlike anything you have heard. Erwilian's unique acoustic music is a blend of traditional melodies with a distinctly modern influence. A combination of classical, rock, new age and bluegrass. Instruments range from recorders, dulcimers, violin, guitars and percussion forming this musical experience. ERWILIAN will release their new CD at this concert titled "MIDWINTER'S NIGHT" A concert for all ages. "To hear them is to be drawn to them as a man is drawn to fresh water" -Chuck Worthy Funded by 4CULTURE. Price - Low: $12. Price - High: $15. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Web Link: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/82452. Contact: Maxine Wagner, 206-909-9424, rwagner792@aol.com. Friday, November 20, 2009, 7:30 PM – 9:15 PM. Renton Civic Theater 507 3rd Avenue Renton, WA, 98055. For more info visit www.erwilian.com.

Tribute to the Spirit: Little Big Band

Music The Burke Museum presents a rocking evening of Native American rock, blues, jazz, storytelling and dance at Meany Hall. Little Big Band, Swil Kanim, Gene Tagaban, Nicholas Galanin, Philip Charette and others, representing over seven First Nations, will take the stage in a powerful presentation of the resurgent spirit in evidence throughout Northwest Native communities today. Tickets are available at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/80165. $20 for general public, $10 for Burke Members, $5 for students. For more information call 206-616-6473. Price - Low: $5.00. Price - High: $20.00. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: 2066166473. Ticket Web Link: www.brownpapertickets.com. Friday, November 20, 2009, 7:30 PM. Meany Hall, UW Campus.

Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol

Theater/Shows These then are the facts: The year, 1894. The date, Christmas Eve. The location, 221B Baker Street. After being presumed dead for three years, a hardened Sherlock Holmes resurfaces, turning his back on the people who need him most. Three unexpected callers arrive on Christmas Eve uncovering clues from the detective's past, present and future. Can they save Holmes and his world from a dire end? They must "do it all in one night" to accomplish the task. A mystery full of Christmas spirits your whole family will enjoy. A World Premiere. DATES & TIMES: Wed-Thurs, 7:30 p.m.; Fri-Sat, 8:00 p.m.; Saturday matinee, 2:00 p.m. Price - Low: $20. Price - High: $33. Directed By: Scott Nolte. Written By: John Longenbaugh. Ticket Phone: 206-781-9707. Contact: Taproot Theatre's Box Office. Friday, November 20, 2009, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Taproot Theatre Company 204 North 85th Street Seattle, WA 98103.

Festival of Crafts

Fair/festival Still accepting Vendor Applications. Applications due November 1. Start your holiday shopping early with 70 arts/craft vendors and live holiday music. Food, Espresso, and santa too!! Price - Low: $5.00. Age Range: All Ages. Friday, November 20, 2009, 9:00 PM – Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7:00 PM. Enumclaw Expo Center.

Icons of Washington History

Family What makes Washington different from anywhere else in the world? Is it the landscape? Our people? Washington State History Museum Director, David Nicandri, has picked out some of the best representations of our state from the Washington State Historical Society's collection to display. View some of the features, events, people and landscapes that make Washington distinct. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be symbols of our state. More than 65 items have been selected to represent Washington in this exhibit. View Ezra Meeker's covered wagon; see a chunk of concrete from Galloping Gertie; hear Dave Niehaus announce the Mariners 1995 American League Division Series win over the New York Yankees; look over representations of our plentiful natural resources, World's Fair materials, and much more. See what Washington has given the country, and the world. Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Supported by Ben B. Cheney Foundation, Click! Ca… Price - Low: 6. Price - High: 8. Friday, November 20, 2009, 10:00 PM – Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2:00 AM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit washingtonhistory.org.

Holiday Open House

Sales/shopping For a flurry of gift ideas and a delightful shopping experience, join us for the 24th Annual Holiday Open House at Country Village Shops on November 21, 2009. Hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The merchants of Country Village invite you to join them in welcoming the holiday season with a weekend of special free demos, activities, and refreshments. Complimentary hot-roasted chestnuts will be served at 4 p.m. Experience the excitement of live glass blowing and “Blow your own Holiday Ornament” at Urban Forms Glass Studio! Each of our 45 independently owned shops will be festively decorated for the holidays with thousands of twinkling lights and the County Village merchants will be offering a variety of holiday-related activities to help you get in the holiday mood: card making, carolers, and stockings “stuffers” just to name a few! Check our website for an updated schedule of entertainment and activities. Contact: Nancy Stoll. Saturday, November 21, 2009. Country Village 23718 Bothell Everett Hwy Bothell, WA 98021.

Unleashing Your Business Potential

Business A small and minority owned business exposition, providing resources and networking opportunities for small business in the Puget Sound Area! Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. University of Puget Sound Rotunda 1500 N Warner St Tacoma, WA 98416-5000.

Unleashing Your Business Potential!

Business Attend this FREE small business expo! Small businesses and minority-owned businesses in the greater Tacoma Area are invited to the University of Puget Sound expo “Unleashing your Business Potential." Meet with lenders, business consultants, government agencies, and non-profit organizations who will offer information and free advice to help you start and grow your business. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. University of Puget Sound Rotunda 1500 N Warner St Tacoma, WA 98416-5000. For more info visit userweb.pugetsound.edu.

Holiday Crafts Market

Community Shop now for the holidays at Shoreline's Holiday Crafts Market where you will find two rooms filled with quality crafts from 65 juried artists. Price - Low: 0. Contact: Shoreline Parks Department. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Spartan Recreation Center 18560 1st AVE NE Shoreline, WA 98155.

Alaskan-Yukon-Pacific Exposition Symposium

Education A one-day public symposium about the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (A-Y-P) will feature keynote speaker Dr. Robert Rydell, the premier World's Fair historian. Other speakers will examine the portrayal of indigenous cultures at the A-Y-P and other world's fairs of that time. Speakers include UW faculty and graduate students from art history, American Indian studies, and history departments, as well as contemporary artists who are featured in the exhibit A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply. This symposium will take place at Kane Hall, room 110, and is open to both the campus and the public. Admission is free. This symposium is generously supported by the Simpson Center for the Humanities. Age Range: Adults. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:40 AM – 4:10 PM. Kane Hall, Room 110, UW Campus.

Free Workshop: LEGENDS & LYRICS: Native Storytelling & Hip Hop

Music 2 days-Nov. 20-21 featuring Savage Family & traditional storytellers. Workshop goal: to create something new-a fusion of Native Storytelling & Hip Hop with native voices mixing across the generations and speaking with one voice. Family friendly event. Free parking. Attend 1 or 2 days. Ticketed evening performance at 7 pm. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center 4705 W Marginal Way SW Seattle, WA 98106. For more info visit duwamishtribe.org.

Fair Trade Global Craft Sale

Fair/festival Invest in the world. Shop fair trade. Discover an exquisite collection of hand loomed textiles, pottery, chocolates, coffee, jewelry, a variety of holiday items and much more. Sale benefits skilled artisans and farmers in more than 36 countries earn a fair wage and support their families and communities. Fair trade vendors represented will be Ten Thousand Villages, Jubilee Traders, SERRV, Equal Exchange and Blue Note Coffee. Sponsored by Urban Grace and Trinity Presbyterian Church. Contact: Jennifer Dean. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM – Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10:00 AM. Urban Grace 902 Market Street Tacoma, WA 98402.

EtsyRAIN Holiday Art & Craft Show

Sales/shopping First 50 customers each day will receive swag bags filled with goodies from EtsyRAIN members. Sponsored by and held at the Intiman Theater Sat / Sun, Nov. 21& 22, 2009 Show hours: 10am - 5pm both days. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM – Sunday, November 22, 2009, 5:00 PM. Intiman Theater 201 Mercer St Seattle, WA 98109-4626. For more info visit etsyrain.com.

Icons of Washington

Visual arts See symbolic ‘icons’ of the features, events, people, and landscapes that make Washington state unique. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be. From the Space Needle to Lucky Lager brewing company, and from Ezra Meeker's efforts to save the Oregon Trail, to game five of the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 divisional series against the New York Yankees, explore what Washington has done for the country and the world. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam

Visual arts Graffiti has long been a form of artistic or political expression; some call it art, some call it vandalism. But archeologists and art historians find it useful to provide context and insight into the minds of those who inscribe personal messages in public places. View an original sleeping station with graffiti-inscribed canvases, and personal stories of young Americans traveling to the Vietnam War in Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Vietnam Graffiti Project, in partnership with the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

"A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply" exhibit at the Burke Museum

Education One hundred years after the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (A-Y-P), the Burke Museum has organized A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply, an exhibit that juxtaposes historic objects and photographs from the 1909 fair with contemporary artwork by 16 Native artists. The exhibit explores how the representation and understanding of indigenous people and cultures has changed over 100 years. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, and until 8 pm on first Thursdays. Admission: $9.50 general, $7.50 senior, $6 student/ youth. Admission is free to children 4 and under, Burke members, UW students, faculty, and staff. Admission is free to the public on the first Thursday of each month. Prorated parking fees are $15 and partially refundable upon exit if paid in cash. Call 206-543-5590 or visit www.burkemuseum.org. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University of Washington campus, on the corner of NE 45th St and 17th Ave NE. For more info visit www.burkemuseum.org.

FREE Landslide Awareness Meeting

Community Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Northgate Community Center - Multipurpose Room 10510 5th Avenue NE, Seattle, WA 98125 Saturday, November 21, 2009. For more info visit www.seattle.gov.

Original Seattle Coffee Crawl

Community Get a unique taste of Seattle with the Original Coffee Crawl! We give you a bold sampling of Seattle’s world famous coffee, plus a robust roast of city lore that explains why this is the Capital of Coffee. Seattle Coffee Crawl is for everyone, not just coffee lovers — in addition to grande serving of coffee history, facts and culture, we add a nice froth of local gossip and architecture. Included is a rich sampling of Seattle’s fabulous coffee at several cafes! Seattle’s Original Coffee Crawl – it’s not the same old grind. Price - Low: $24. Price - High: $27. Ticket Phone: 1-800-838-3006. Ticket Web Link: www.seattlebyfoot.com. Contact: info@seattlebyfoot.com. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM. Seattle's Best Coffee 1530 Post Alley Seattle, WA 98101.

Healthy Chocolate Tasting

Food and drink Healthy Chocolate tastings every Sat. from 10am 11am In Tacoma Wa. At 1501 Tacoma Ave So. Marcato. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. 1501 Tacoma Ave. Marcato.

Geocaching Treasure Hunt at Seward Park Super Saturday

Environment Geocaching meets treasure hunting! We give you the starting set of coordinates, you use your own GPS system (or borrow one of ours) to find the first cache point which contains the coordinates to the next point, and so on until you arrive at the final cache! It is deceptively easy. It is one thing to know where a location is shown on a map; it is another to actually try to arrive at that location. It is up to you to find the best route to the caches, remembering to respect the environment, stay on the trails, and practice Cache In Trash Out along the way. Start your journey anytime between 10 and 2. Ages: All ages- children must have adult supervision. Registration fee of $15/group with GPS or $10/group BYO GPS. Group size is limited to 6 particpants. Buy Tickets Now: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/89037. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Seward Park Environmental & Audubon Center 5902 Lake Washington Blvd S Seattle, WA 98118 sewardpark.audubon.org.

Zambini Brothers Puppet Show

Family Laugh and learn at Zambini Brothers Puppet Showcase. This edu-tainment show has the puppets interacting with one another in short funny vignettes and then the kids get to learn about each puppet; what style of puppet they are (hand, rod, mouth, flat, giant, mask etc..), how they are made, and even a behind the stage demonstration of how they work. It’s a fun-filled time that is sure to educate and entertain kids of all ages. Price - Low: $3. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 206-684-7422. Contact: Rebecca Hall, Assistant Coordinator. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. High Point Community Center 6920 34th Ave SW Seattle, WA 98126.

"Kittens in a Tent" Adopt-A-Thon

Pets and Animals Adoptable cats and kittens from local rescue groups, romping in a tent and hoping to find a new home in time for Thanksgiving. All have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and viral tested. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. All The Best Pet Care 1909 NW Market St. Seattle, WA 98107. For more info visit www.allthebestpetcare.com.

Adopt-A-Kitty Saturdays

Pets and Animals Cats and kittens available for adoption every Saturday from local rescue groups. All have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and viral tested. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. All the Best Pet Care 8050 Lake City Way NE Seattle, WA 98115. For more info visit www.allthebestpetcare.com.

Ghosts of the Great Hall: Disaster! Natural Catastophes of the Pacific Northwest

Family Tours commence every half hour The popular “Ghosts of the Great Hall” educational program is back with a new cast of characters ready to tell their stories. Actors bring historical figures to life through interactive monologues designed to teach children about a natural disaster in Washington. Take a tour with Fay Fuller, the first female to climb Mt. Rainier, as she guides you to a new Washington natural disaster story. Go back in time to a blizzard on Mt. Rainier with director Cecil B. DeMille, and an earthquake in Eastern Washington with cowboy Jack Splawn. This program is FREE with Museum admission. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit washingtonhistory.org.

Get Crafty Saturdays! Block Printing

Visual arts Learn the process of block printing using foam and ink. Create wonderful prints for you to remember your visit to the exhibit "John Buck: Iconography." Recommended ages 4-12. $2 materials fee or FREE with admission. Price - Low: 2. Price - High: 9. Age Range: Families. Contact: Bellevue Arts Museum. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Bellevue Arts Museum 510 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA 98004. For more info visit www.bellevuearts.org.

Pratt Demonstration: Enameling

Visual arts In the process of enameling, enamel flows and fuses onto its substrate, which is most often copper, fine silver or gold. Join instructor Rebbecca Tomas to view the two most commonly used methods of enameling; sifting and wet-packing. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Bellevue Arts Museum. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Bellevue Arts Museum 510 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA 98004. For more info visit www.bellevuearts.org.

Robert Sperry Film Series: Village Potters of Onda

Visual arts This 27-minute film was made by Robert Sperry in 1966 and presents an account of the activities and way of life of Japanese folk potters in Onda, a remote village in the mountains of north central Kyushu. Join us for this fascinating film series in conjunction with BAM’s "Robert Sperry: Bright Abyss exhibition." Gain insight into Sperry’s multi-faceted life, his artistic vision and travels around the world in pursuit of expanding his knowledge of the one craft material he loved the most: clay. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Bellevue Arts Museum. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM. Bellevue Arts Museum 510 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA 98004. For more info visit www.bellevuearts.org.

Bastyr presents: Living Naturally series: Healthy eating during the holidays.

Health The series continues with conversations on Health and Happiness with Bastyr expert, Michelle Babb, MS, RD, CD <http://www.bastyrcenter.org/content/view/1313> , a faculty practitioner with extensive experience in nutrition counseling and education for patients with chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, autoimmune disease, diabetes and other conditions. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Bastyr Center for Natural Health 3670 Stone Way N Seattle, WA 98103. For more info visit www.bastyrcenter.org.

Savor Seattle Pike Place: Off the Beaten Path Tour

Food and drink Go off the beaten path to experience the hidden gems and newest food artisans that have recently come into the Market area! Taste the adventurous and worldly flavors of this ethnic melting pot while exploring the labyrinth of shops "down under" the market. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. World Spice Merchants 1509 Western Avenue Seattle, WA 98101. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

Lecture - Dr. Ken Croswell

Community The stars that speckle the sky have long fascinated humanity, but only in the past century have astronomers figured out how stars are born, live, and die. Now we can use that knowledge to address the question: Which stars near the Sun might have planets with intelligent life? Drawing on both the laws of stellar evolution and the latest discoveries of extrasolar planets, Harvard-trained astronomer Dr. Ken Croswell describes the lives of stars and the alien worlds they may support. The presentation will be family friendly and Dr. Croswell will sign his new book, The Lives of Stars after the presentation. Included with exhibit admission and free for members. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Pacific Science Center 200 2nd Ave. N Seattle, WA 98109.

The Harmony Project Totem Blessing

Community Time: 1:30 - 2:30 pm. There will be Native American drumming, singing & dancing. Audience participation is encouraged. The blessing and dedication is one part of the Twilight premiere celebration. Admission is free. Price - Low: $0.00. Price - High: $0.00. Contact: peggy@thelandingmall.com. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM. The Landing Mall, Port Angeles, WA.

Savor Seattle Coffee Bites & Sights Tour

Food and drink Explore Seattle’s two most beloved beans - coffee and chocolate! Follow this duo from caffeinated brew, into a surprising array of food and beverages. Take in Seattle’s grande attractions including the Space Needle, the monorail, and Pike Place Market. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:45 PM – 4:15 PM. Mayflower Park Hotel 405 Olive Way Seattle, WA 98107. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

German Conversation Tour

Visual arts Interested in art, German, or both? Bellevue Arts Museum docents offer a conversational German tour open for anybody who enjoys speaking or listening to German regardless of language level. FREE for members/$3 per person for non-members. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 3. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: 425-519-0770. Contact: Bellevue Arts Museum. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Bellevue Arts Museum 510 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA 98004. For more info visit www.bellevuearts.org.

Seattle By Foot City Tour

Community Explore Seattle from A to Z with stops at famous landmarks and beloved city icons. Visit three urban parks, where the Seattle's great fire started, walk through the famous Seattle Central Library, learn how to use the free transportation for the rest of the trip and more! $19 Advance reservations/$22 Walk-up. Buy tickets on www.seattlebyfoot.com or call Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006. Walkups are welcome but advance reservations are advised. Price - Low: $19. Price - High: $22. Ticket Phone: 1-800-838-3006. Ticket Web Link: www.seattlebyfoot.com. Contact: info@seattlebyfoot.com. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2:00 PM – 4:15 PM. Seattle Coffee Works 107 Pike St. Seattle, WA 98101 (Across the street from the entrance to Pike Place Market.).

Free Seattle Premiere of 'Between the Folds' Documentary

Movies SEATTLE PREMIERE OF FILM ABOUT PAPER FOLDING AT THE INTERSECTION OF ART, MATHEMATICS, AND SCIENCE Get your fold on. On Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 3:30 PM Community Cinema Seattle presents the free Seattle premiere of BETWEEN THE FOLDS directed, written and produced by Vanessa Gould at SIFF Cinema. When you look at a piece of paper, what do you see? Blurring the mysterious lines between art, science, sculpture and math, the film is an exhilarating adventure into origami - or paperfolding - featuring works of art whose emotional expressiveness and engineering complexity defy logic. Just as Michelangelo might have seen a statue standing frozen inside a block of marble, the eccentric artists and scientists in BETWEEN THE FOLDS envision the three-dimensional possibilities of paper, and, as if by alchemy, change the mundane into the poetic and magical — all with no scissors, no tape and no glue. Ultimately, the medium of paperfolding itself — a blank, uncut square — emerges as a resounding metaphor for the… Saturday, November 21, 2009, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. SIFF Cinema at Seattle Center 321 Mercer St Seattle, WA 98109-4600. For more info visit communitycinemaseattle.org.

Special Free Holiday Screening of 'Young@Heart'

Community SPECIAL HOLIDAY SCREENING OF YOUNG@HEART On Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 4:00 PM Community Cinema Seattle presents a free holiday screening of the smash hit documentary YOUNG@HEART. It is the true story of the final weeks of rehearsal for the Young@Heart Chorus in Northampton, MA, whose average age is 81. Their music is unexpected, going against the stereotype of their age group, performing songs by James Brown and Sonic Youth. Get ready to rock with the most entertaining golden oldies you will ever meet in the senior citizen's choir Young@Heart. With a show only weeks away, they must learn a slate of new songs ranging from James Brown to Coldplay. The chorus’ director leads them through tough rehearsals, proving that rock and roll can be hard work––especially if you’re hard of hearing! Climaxing in a triumphant performance, their inspiring story celebrates the unbreakable bonds of friendship and the life-affirming power of music. The film will be preceded and followed by live performances and an audi… Saturday, November 21, 2009, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. SIFF Cinema at Seattle Center 321 Mercer St Seattle, WA 98109-4600. For more info visit communitycinemaseattle.org.

Russian Cooking Class for Adoptive Families

Education Parents of kids adopted from Russia and other Ex-Soviet republics and bloc countries learn how to cook some Russian dishes. There will be a fee and pre-registration required. Presenter: FRUA Including Neighboring Countries. Age Range: Adults. Ticket Phone: 360-668-3836. Ticket Web Link: http://www.orgsites.com/wa/frua-inc/. Contact: sharonkiddle@hotmail.com. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Bothell. For more info visit www.orgsites.com.

Holiday Tree Lighting at The Landing

Holiday The Landing in Renton presents its 1st Annual Reindeer Games Holiday Tree Lighting with special guests Dasher and Dancer from the Cougar Mountain Zoo! Come celebrate this fun-filled evening and don’t forget to tell your family, friends and neighbors! The festivities will kick-off at 5:00 p.m. with live Reindeer, music from local choral groups, train rides for kids, holiday face painters and balloon artists and the opening of two new stores! At 7:30 p.m. the impressive 40-ft tree will be lit up to kick-off the holiday season! With the opening of two new stores – Poggi Bonsi and c’est la Vie, it’s time to welcome the new and revisit the old favorites. Contact: rreese@feareygroup.com. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Landing in Renton – at the plaza in front of Regal Cinemas N 10th Street, Renton, WA.

Pancreatic Cancer Lecture and Reception

Education Hear about the latest advances in pancreatic cancer research. Meet your local Puget Sound Affiliate volunteers and learn how you can create hope through advocacy and action. Presenter: Dr. Sunil Hingorani/Dr. Meg Mandelson. Age Range: Adults. Ticket Phone: 360-981-3409. Contact: Joan Mabbutt. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. FHCRC 1100 Fairview Ave N. Seattle, WA 98109.

An Evening Of Hope / Pancreatic Cancer Lecture/Reception

Health RSVP'S REQUIRED; LIMITED SEATING. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. FHCRC-Arnold Building 1100 Fairview Ave N Seattle, WA 98109.

Parents' Night Out every Saturday at Seattle Gymnastics Academy

Family Parents' Night Out EVERY Saturday Starting October 2008 Parents' Night Out will be held every Saturday from 6:00 - 10:00 PM. Enjoy a night on the town and know that your kids are having a great time, too! We accept children 5-12 years of age. Each Parents' Night Out will Include: -Gymnastics Activities -Pizza -Crafts and Games -Movie and Snack The theme this week: Fun with winter creatures! Activity: Make Rosy the Reindeer and Puffy the Polar Bear Movie: Sponge Bob Season One Enroll and pay by 6:00 PM on Friday and pay $30/child by phone or online. Enroll on Saturday and pay $40/child by phone or in person. Punch cards are available (if using a punch card, you must enroll before Friday at 6:00 PM). To register, call 206-362-7447, or register online! Price - Low: 30. Price - High: 40. Ticket Phone: 206.362.7447. Ticket Web Link: www.SeattleGymnastics.com. Contact: Registrar. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Seattle Gymnastics Academy 12535 26th Ave NE Seattle, WA, 98125-4301.

20something - the new vintage

Food and drink Check your worries at the door of the ultra-chic Fremont Studios and enter a culinary paradise featuring mind-melting wines, scrumptious bites and a mood-altering soundtrack from one of the hippest DJs in town. Tickets on sale now: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/76735 Featuring pours from more than 75 of the state's top wineries and samples from more than a dozen of Seattle's trendiest restaurants -- set against the backdrop of tunes laid down by KEXP DJ Darek Mazzone -- 20something is the fall's most sensory-pleasing event ... whether 20something, or just 20something at heart. *Must be 21 or older. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Fremont Studios. For more info visit www.thenewvintage.org.

Join Friendship Adventures for Family Bingo Night

Family Come for an evening of fun and prizes! Snacks and fruit punch will be provided. Volunteers and caregivers are free; please register with Maureen at 360-668-3840. Friendship Adventures is a volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to enriching the lives of people with developmental disabilities through recreational, educational and leisure activities. F. Price - Low: $5. Contact: Maureen@friendshipadventures.org. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. North Kirkland Community Center 12421 103rd Ave NE, Kirkland WA. For more info visit www.friendshipadventures.org.

LEGENDS & LYRICS: Fusing Native Storytelling & Hip Hop-Performance-7 pm

Music 2 days-Nov. 20-21 featuring Savage Family & traditional storytellers. Something new-a fusion of Traditional Storytelling & Hip Hop with native voices mixing across the generations and speaking with one voice. Family friendly event. Free parking. $5 students/elders. $10 general. Free related workshop during day from 10-5. Price - Low: $5. Price - High: $10. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: 206-369-7204. Ticket Web Link: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/89955. Contact: James Rasmussen. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center 4507 W Marginal Way SW Seattle, WA 98106. For more info visit duwamishtribe.org.

7 Dancing Sultanas

Theater/Shows This opulent production features some of Seattle’s best belly dancers, actors and the famous Seattle Wushu Martial Artists, as the Sultan’s Royal Guard, in a fairytale suitable and entertaining for ALL ages. The “Seattle Spin” called the Sultanas a worthy alternative to the “Nutcracker”. This is our 5th year putting on this show. Website to preview the show: http://www.ychessa-dahli.com/Events.html When: Saturday, November 21, 2009 Where: Renton High School –Renton Ikea Performing Arts Center 400 South Second Street Renton, Washington Time: 7:00 P.M. Cost: Adults $15 Students, seniors, children $12 Group discounts available Ticket Information: brownpapertickets.com or 800-838-3006 http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/84656 Student, senior, and group discounts available. Price - Low: $12. Price - High: $15. Directed By: Constance Denson-Hamilton. Written By: Constance Denson-Hamilton. Cast: Seattles best belly dancers, actors and the famous Seattle Wushu Martial Artist. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: 800-838-3006. Ticket Web Link: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/84656. Contact: Constance Denson-Hamilton, 206-794-0019. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. IKEA Performing Arts Center (Renton High School).

Seattle Pub Crawl

Food and drink You won’t want this walking tour to end. Seattle’s beer is almost as famous as its coffee, tastes just as delicious and as fun to drink. You’ll try local beer made on site at microbreweries, see the brewing process and learn about beer from around Seattle and around the world. We’ll show you the city’s oldest taverns where Nirvana once played, visit a bar next to what was once the tallest building west of the Mississippi, serve a pint of Seattle’s less illustrious history (including the Mercer Girls who inspired a TV show) and wind up at one of the best Irish pubs in the country. Join us on Seattle’s Pub Crawl. Take Seattle By Foot! (Must be 21+ years of age to participate.). Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. We meet 15 minutes early at The Pike Pub and Brewery on 1415 First Avenue. Look for the Pike Pub and Brewery neon sign on First Avenue between Pike St and Union St. Your pub crawl guide will be inside with the yellow Seattle By Foot flag.

Tacoma Concert Band

Music Autumn Winds “Some things old, some things new….” For this concert, we will program outstanding original music for band including the west coast premiere of a new composition; one of the major works from the band repertoire; a selection composed for the TCB and a variety of popular marches and light favorites. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:30 PM. The Pantages Theater, Tacoma, WA.

Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol

Theater/Shows These then are the facts: The year, 1894. The date, Christmas Eve. The location, 221B Baker Street. After being presumed dead for three years, a hardened Sherlock Holmes resurfaces, turning his back on the people who need him most. Three unexpected callers arrive on Christmas Eve uncovering clues from the detective's past, present and future. Can they save Holmes and his world from a dire end? They must "do it all in one night" to accomplish the task. A mystery full of Christmas spirits your whole family will enjoy. A World Premiere. DATES & TIMES: Wed-Thurs, 7:30 p.m.; Fri-Sat, 8:00 p.m.; Saturday matinee, 2:00 p.m. Price - Low: $20. Price - High: $33. Directed By: Scott Nolte. Written By: John Longenbaugh. Ticket Phone: 206-781-9707. Contact: Taproot Theatre's Box Office. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Taproot Theatre Company 204 North 85th Street Seattle, WA 98103.

Cherry Poppin' Daddies

Music Cherry Poppin' Daddies Special Guest: Squirt (Reunion - Electric Vee Vee, Roark, Dick Rossetti, The Swede) Tractor Tavern 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107 (206-789-3599) 21 & Over. $20.00 Advance. $25.00 Day Of Show. Tickets available from TicketMaster. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Tractor Tavern 5213 Ballard Ave NW Seattle, WA 98107-4809. For more info visit www.tractortavern.com.

Big City Comedy Presents: Vince Valenzuela w/ Jubal Flagg

Theater/Shows Vince Valenzuela from HBO, COmedy Central, and TNT's Leverage along with Jubal Flagg from Jackie and Bender's morning drive show on Kiss 106.1 Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 @ the door. The perfect place for a date night. Big City comedy without leaving your neighborhood. Price - Low: $10.00. Price - High: $15.00. Directed By: Big City Comedy. Cast: Vince Valenzuela w/Jubal Flagg from 106.1 Kiss FM. Age Range: Adults. Ticket Phone: 206-244-5400. Contact: 206-244-5400. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Great American Casino 14040 Interurban Ave S Tukwila, WA 98168 206-244-5400 www.bigcitycomedy.net www.greatamericancasino.com.

Icons of Washington History

Family What makes Washington different from anywhere else in the world? Is it the landscape? Our people? Washington State History Museum Director, David Nicandri, has picked out some of the best representations of our state from the Washington State Historical Society's collection to display. View some of the features, events, people and landscapes that make Washington distinct. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be symbols of our state. More than 65 items have been selected to represent Washington in this exhibit. View Ezra Meeker's covered wagon; see a chunk of concrete from Galloping Gertie; hear Dave Niehaus announce the Mariners 1995 American League Division Series win over the New York Yankees; look over representations of our plentiful natural resources, World's Fair materials, and much more. See what Washington has given the country, and the world. Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Supported by Ben B. Cheney Foundation, Click! Ca… Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 PM – Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:00 AM. Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit washingtonhistory.org.

Geocaching Treasure Hunt at Seward Park Super Saturday

Environment Geocaching meets treasure hunting! We give you the starting set of coordinates, you use your own GPS system (or borrow one of ours) to find the first cache point which contains the coordinates to the next point, and so on until you arrive at the final cache! It is deceptively easy. It is one thing to know where a location is shown on a map; it is another to actually try to arrive at that location. It is up to you to find the best route to the caches, remembering to respect the environment, stay on the trails, and practice Cache In Trash Out along the way. Start your journey anytime between 10 and 2. Ages: All ages- children must have adult supervision. Registration fee of $15/group with GPS or $10/group BYO GPS. Group size is limited to 6 particpants. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 PM – Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:00 AM. Seward Park Environmental & Audubon Center 5902 Lake Washington Blvd S Seattle, WA 98118 sewardpark.audubon.org.

Green Lake Gobble 5K & Mashed Potato Munch Off

Outdoors/Recreation NEW thanksgiving themed 5K run/walk at Green Lake Park. Includes a free kids dash, a post-race celebration and the soon to be famous Mashed Potato Munch Off competitive eating contest. Price - Low: 25. Price - High: 35. Ticket Phone: 206-729-9972. Ticket Web Link: http://www.promotionevents.com/Thanksgiving/default.htm. Contact: Pro-Motion Events, Inc. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Green Lake Park. For more info visit www.promotionevents.com.

YogaStretch (Gentle Yoga)

Fitness YogaStretch is a gentle yoga class involving slow, deep stretching yoga postures rather than very challenging poses. This class is a fantastic way to improve flexibility and range of motion whether you're new to yoga, or an advanced practitioner. YogaStretch is a refreshing stress reliever for all fitness levels and body types including young, fit, older, injured and larger frames. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $10. Gender: Coed. Age Range: Adults. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. The Strong Center, west Olympia. For more info visit www.thestrongcenter.com.

Icons of Washington

Visual arts See symbolic ‘icons’ of the features, events, people, and landscapes that make Washington state unique. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be. From the Space Needle to Lucky Lager brewing company, and from Ezra Meeker's efforts to save the Oregon Trail, to game five of the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 divisional series against the New York Yankees, explore what Washington has done for the country and the world. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam

Visual arts Graffiti has long been a form of artistic or political expression; some call it art, some call it vandalism. But archeologists and art historians find it useful to provide context and insight into the minds of those who inscribe personal messages in public places. View an original sleeping station with graffiti-inscribed canvases, and personal stories of young Americans traveling to the Vietnam War in Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Vietnam Graffiti Project, in partnership with the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

"A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply" exhibit at the Burke Museum

Education One hundred years after the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (A-Y-P), the Burke Museum has organized A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply, an exhibit that juxtaposes historic objects and photographs from the 1909 fair with contemporary artwork by 16 Native artists. The exhibit explores how the representation and understanding of indigenous people and cultures has changed over 100 years. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, and until 8 pm on first Thursdays. Admission: $9.50 general, $7.50 senior, $6 student/ youth. Admission is free to children 4 and under, Burke members, UW students, faculty, and staff. Admission is free to the public on the first Thursday of each month. Prorated parking fees are $15 and partially refundable upon exit if paid in cash. Call 206-543-5590 or visit www.burkemuseum.org. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University of Washington campus, on the corner of NE 45th St and 17th Ave NE. For more info visit www.burkemuseum.org.

Original Seattle Coffee Crawl

Community Get a unique taste of Seattle with the Original Coffee Crawl! We give you a bold sampling of Seattle’s world famous coffee, plus a robust roast of city lore that explains why this is the Capital of Coffee. Seattle Coffee Crawl is for everyone, not just coffee lovers — in addition to grande serving of coffee history, facts and culture, we add a nice froth of local gossip and architecture. Included is a rich sampling of Seattle’s fabulous coffee at several cafes! Seattle’s Original Coffee Crawl – it’s not the same old grind. Price - Low: $24. Price - High: $27. Ticket Phone: 1-800-838-3006. Ticket Web Link: www.seattlebyfoot.com. Contact: info@seattlebyfoot.com. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM. Seattle's Best Coffee 1530 Post Alley Seattle, WA 98101.

Ballard Farmers Market

Food and drink Open all year round. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Ballard Ave & 22nd Ave. NW. For more info visit www.fremontmarket.com.

New in Issaquah- Ankhasha’s Temple of the Western Gate

Community In these changing and challenging times the Temple of the Western Gate is here to assist people in their personal spiritual growth and development. Ankhasha Amenti, a local resident has opened the Temple in response to requests from the community for a place of peace and spiritual renewal in this stressful world. We offer you a deep spiritual experience and an opportunity to enhance your life while creating an tmosphere of complete support, acceptance and love. We are not here to convert you to any religion, rather to provide you a safe haven to explore, understand and experience a connection to divinity without religious constraints. We embrace, honor and respect all sacred paths, and we encourage each person to see divinity in themselves, in others, and iall things. If you are seeking a sense of community and a deeper spiritual connection but have found traditional churches just don’t meet your need, the Temple is waiting for you. We challenge you to go deeper into yourself; coming into your own personal… Price - Low: $0. Price - High: $0. Ticket Phone: (425)391-3825. Ticket Web Link: www.AnkhashasTemple.com. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 155 East Sunset Way Issaquah, WA 98027.

Chili Cook Off

Food and drink This is the 1st Annual Chili Cook Off to help fund "Feeding Wounded Troops Overseas" in Landstuhl, Germany. There are 20 entry spots open @ $20 each. Sign up at Voodiez Bar & Grill. The top winner will have their Chili cooked at the USO in Landstuhl for the wounded troops. Not necessary to enter, you can just help eat 20 gallons of chili...way to much for just one person. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Voodiez Bar & Grill 18932 Front Street Poulsbo, WA (360) 77WOMEN.

Savor Seattle Pike Place: Off the Beaten Path Tour

Food and drink Go off the beaten path to experience the hidden gems and newest food artisans that have recently come into the Market area! Taste the adventurous and worldly flavors of this ethnic melting pot while exploring the labyrinth of shops "down under" the market. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. World Spice Merchants 1509 Western Avenue Seattle, WA 98101. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

1st Annual Seattle Slack key Festival

Music 1st Annual Seattle Slack Key Festival On November 22 - at the Town Hall Theater: 2:00 - 6:00pm featuring Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Cyril Pahinui, Dennis Kamakahi, Makana, Donald kaulia, Leabert Lindsey, Jeff Peterson, Sonny Lim along with David Kamakahi and Kunia Galdeira and MC Skylark Rosetti and Hula. An Evening Dinner/Performance on Saturday November 21, 2009 6:00pm at the Crowne Plaza Seattle Hotel (1113 6th Ave. Seattle, WA 98101). $125 ticket purchase Includes reserved premium front seating for the Nov. 22nd show. Tickets available at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/60709 Workshop sessions in Slack Key and Ukulele will be held at 9:00am - 10:30 and 11:00am - 12:30 on November 21, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza Seattle Hotel $45 a session. For further information email cyril@cyrilpahinui.com or Phone: 808-722-8575. Price - Low: 48. Price - High: 125. Ticket Web Link: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/60709. Contact: Cyril Pahinui. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Town Hall Theater 1119 8th Ave Seattle, WA, 98101-2738. For more info visit cyrilpahinui.com.

1st Annual Seattle Slack Key Festival

Music 1st Annual, Seattle Slack Key Festival featuring a diverse range of Kiho ‘alu Masters including: Cyril Pahinui, Dennis Kamakahi, Makana, Donald Kaulia, Leabert Lindsey, Jeff Peterson, Sonny Lim along with Ukulele virtuosos David Kamakahi and Kunia Galdeira with MC Skylark Rosetti and local hula halau to add to this fantastic line-up. seattleslackkeyfestival.com. Price - Low: $48. Price - High: $125. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: (206) 652-4255. Ticket Web Link: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/60709. Contact: Cyril Pahinui. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Town Hall Theater.

1st Annual Seattle Slack Key Festival

Music brownpapertickets.com. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Town Hall Theater - 1119 8th Ave Seattle, WA 98101.

1st Annual Seattle Slack Key Festival

Music brownpapertickets.com. Price - Low: $40. Price - High: $125. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: (206) 652-4255. Contact: Cyril Pahinui. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Town Hall Theater - 1119 8th Ave Seattle, WA 98101.

Seattle Peace Chorus Presents: Peace In Jerusalem

Music Music Director Fred West will lead the Seattle Peace Chorus in a program of music from the three Abrahamic traditions; Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This unique program will feature choral music performed in Hebrew, Latin, Kurdish and Arabic creating an opportunity for cross cultural inspiration and discussion. Musical program will feature: Leonard Bernstein's “The Chichester Psalms” featuring Doug Cleveland on pipe organ The Dona Nobis Pacem movement from Bach's B Minor Mass Tu es Petrus by Palestrina A new choral work by Gospel Director Cora Jackson Traditional Persian music with Kamand, Iranian music ensemble featuring Ahmad Yousefbeigi: Daf Milad Zendehnam: Setar The Arabic peace prayer, Daoona Nayeesh. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Saint Benedict Church
 1805 N 49th Street, Seattle, WA.

From Fall To Winter - From Light To Dark: 8-Week Meditation Class

Education FROM FALL TO WINTER, LIGHT TO DARK - What's your year's harvest? 8-week guided meditation/spiritual development program including channeling, breath work, art & healing energy. $10/session. Presenter: Sahila ChangeBringer. Age Range: Adults. Ticket Phone: 206 289 0313. Contact: Sahila ChangeBringer. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. 10715 Phinney Ave N Seattle WA 98133.

Octava Chamber Orchestra

Music Price - Low: 5. Price - High: 15. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Web Link: http://www.octavachamberorchestra.com/home.shtml. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Maple Park Church 17620 60th Ave W Lynnwood, WA 98037 425-743-2288. For more info visit www.octavachamberorchestra.com.

Meet The Biscottis! An Interactive Mafia Musical

Theater/Shows FUH-GEDDABOUDIT! This original script & music showcases interactive comedy dinner theater at its finest! Join the Biscotti Family Olive Oil & Waste Management Company for an evening of highly interactive mafia activity, songs & hilarious fun. You might end up a made man (or woman) if you play your cards right! So much fun...it oughta be against the law! Ticket price includes theater show & a fabulous all you can eat Italian Buffet dinner! Price - Low: $49.00. Price - High: $49.00. Directed By: David Kline. Written By: Greg Delaney & Kris Flink. Age Range: Adults. Ticket Phone: 425.289.7000. Ticket Web Link: http://www.meetthebiscottis.com. Contact: Kris Flink. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. PARLOR LIVE COMEDY CLUB 700 Bellevue Way NE Suite 300 Bellevue, WA 98004. For more info visit www.meetthebiscottis.com.

Rockin Teens and Tweens Squre Dance Club

Hobbies First 3 Lessons FREE. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Sumner Valley Dance Hall 1705 Willow Street Sumner WA. For more info visit www.freewebs.com.

Icons of Washington History

Family What makes Washington different from anywhere else in the world? Is it the landscape? Our people? Washington State History Museum Director, David Nicandri, has picked out some of the best representations of our state from the Washington State Historical Society's collection to display. View some of the features, events, people and landscapes that make Washington distinct. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be symbols of our state. More than 65 items have been selected to represent Washington in this exhibit. View Ezra Meeker's covered wagon; see a chunk of concrete from Galloping Gertie; hear Dave Niehaus announce the Mariners 1995 American League Division Series win over the New York Yankees; look over representations of our plentiful natural resources, World's Fair materials, and much more. See what Washington has given the country, and the world. Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Supported by Ben B. Cheney Foundation, Click! Ca… Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10:00 PM – Monday, November 23, 2009, 3:00 AM. Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit washingtonhistory.org.

Icons of Washington

Visual arts See symbolic ‘icons’ of the features, events, people, and landscapes that make Washington state unique. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be. From the Space Needle to Lucky Lager brewing company, and from Ezra Meeker's efforts to save the Oregon Trail, to game five of the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 divisional series against the New York Yankees, explore what Washington has done for the country and the world. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Monday, November 23, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam

Visual arts Graffiti has long been a form of artistic or political expression; some call it art, some call it vandalism. But archeologists and art historians find it useful to provide context and insight into the minds of those who inscribe personal messages in public places. View an original sleeping station with graffiti-inscribed canvases, and personal stories of young Americans traveling to the Vietnam War in Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Vietnam Graffiti Project, in partnership with the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Monday, November 23, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

"A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply" exhibit at the Burke Museum

Education One hundred years after the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (A-Y-P), the Burke Museum has organized A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply, an exhibit that juxtaposes historic objects and photographs from the 1909 fair with contemporary artwork by 16 Native artists. The exhibit explores how the representation and understanding of indigenous people and cultures has changed over 100 years. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, and until 8 pm on first Thursdays. Admission: $9.50 general, $7.50 senior, $6 student/ youth. Admission is free to children 4 and under, Burke members, UW students, faculty, and staff. Admission is free to the public on the first Thursday of each month. Prorated parking fees are $15 and partially refundable upon exit if paid in cash. Call 206-543-5590 or visit www.burkemuseum.org. Monday, November 23, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University of Washington campus, on the corner of NE 45th St and 17th Ave NE. For more info visit www.burkemuseum.org.

Storytime at The Children's Museum, Seattle

Books Enter the world of books and celebrate literacy in our new Storytelling Circle! Visit our beautiful new space for children and families! Education, staff and guest readers bring books to life through song, puppets, fingerplays and more! Monday, November 23, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Location: The Children's Museum, Seattle Address: 305 Harrison Street City: Seattle, WA Zipcode: 98109. For more info visit www.thechildrensmuseum.org.

2009 Jefferson Awards, and a Discussion on The Promise and Challenges of Service

Community Admission is $45, and please register in advance. To register visit www.seattlecityclub.org, or call 206-682-7395. Price - Low: $35. Price - High: $45. Ticket Phone: 206-682-7395. Ticket Web Link: www.seattlecityclub.org. Contact: Bridget Anderson. Monday, November 23, 2009, 11:30 AM – 1:45 PM. Olive 8 Hotel | 1635 8th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101.

2009 Jefferson Awards, and a Discussion on The Promise and Challenges of Service

Community Admission is $45, and please register in advance. To register visit www.seattlecityclub.org, or call 206-682-7395. Monday, November 23, 2009, 11:30 AM – 1:45 PM. Olive 8 Hotel 1635 8th Ave Seattle, WA 98101-1822.

Mac n' Cheese Monday

Food and drink The Mac is Back Each year, we team up with Beecher's Handmade Cheese to serve their hedonistic version of an old-time favorite, mac-n-cheese, which we pair with some wonderful wines. Join us every Monday at 5 p.m. until we run out. You can order it by itself, or try our mac-n-cheese wine flight yum! We will take reservations for parties of six or more. Beecher's uses no artificial preservatives, no artificial coloring, no flavor enhancers, no hydrogenated oils, nitrates and polysorbate in its mac-n-cheese, and it's always rBST free. We will gladly take a reservation for groups of 6 or more. Monday, November 23, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The Tasting Room 1924 Post Alley Seattle, WA. 98101.

West Coast Swing at Highway 99 Blues Club

Music Join us every Monday for West Coast Swing lessons from instructors Jim Minty, Katie McCaslin and Joshua Sturgeon, followed by live music to practice your new moves. Intermediate lessson begins at 7:30, followed by a beginner lesson at approx. 8:20. Cost of the lesson is $5. Cover to stay and listen to the band is $5. Age Range: Adults. Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:30 PM – Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:00 AM. 1414 Alaskan Way Seattle, WA 98101-2016. For more info visit www.highwayninetynine.com.

Icons of Washington

Visual arts See symbolic ‘icons’ of the features, events, people, and landscapes that make Washington state unique. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be. From the Space Needle to Lucky Lager brewing company, and from Ezra Meeker's efforts to save the Oregon Trail, to game five of the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 divisional series against the New York Yankees, explore what Washington has done for the country and the world. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam

Visual arts Graffiti has long been a form of artistic or political expression; some call it art, some call it vandalism. But archeologists and art historians find it useful to provide context and insight into the minds of those who inscribe personal messages in public places. View an original sleeping station with graffiti-inscribed canvases, and personal stories of young Americans traveling to the Vietnam War in Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Vietnam Graffiti Project, in partnership with the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

"A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply" exhibit at the Burke Museum

Education One hundred years after the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (A-Y-P), the Burke Museum has organized A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply, an exhibit that juxtaposes historic objects and photographs from the 1909 fair with contemporary artwork by 16 Native artists. The exhibit explores how the representation and understanding of indigenous people and cultures has changed over 100 years. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, and until 8 pm on first Thursdays. Admission: $9.50 general, $7.50 senior, $6 student/ youth. Admission is free to children 4 and under, Burke members, UW students, faculty, and staff. Admission is free to the public on the first Thursday of each month. Prorated parking fees are $15 and partially refundable upon exit if paid in cash. Call 206-543-5590 or visit www.burkemuseum.org. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University of Washington campus, on the corner of NE 45th St and 17th Ave NE. For more info visit www.burkemuseum.org.

YogaBasics

Fitness YogaBasics is appropriate for beginners as well as more experienced students of yoga. The focus is on learning yoga in a supportive environment with ample direction and hands-on adjustments. This is a yoga practice suitable for all levels and provides improved flexibility, balance, muscle endurance, and enhanced focus with stress release. A great way to increase range of motion and coordination, while also relaxing tired and tight muscles. Perfect for all ages, abilities, and body types. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $10. Gender: Coed. Age Range: Adults. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. The Strong Center, west Olympia. For more info visit www.thestrongcenter.com.

New in Issaquah- Ankhasha’s Temple of the Western Gate

Community In these changing and challenging times the Temple of the Western Gate is here to assist people in their personal spiritual growth and development. Ankhasha Amenti, a local resident has opened the Temple in response to requests from the community for a place of peace and spiritual renewal in this stressful world. We offer you a deep spiritual experience and an opportunity to enhance your life while creating an tmosphere of complete support, acceptance and love. We are not here to convert you to any religion, rather to provide you a safe haven to explore, understand and experience a connection to divinity without religious constraints. We embrace, honor and respect all sacred paths, and we encourage each person to see divinity in themselves, in others, and iall things. If you are seeking a sense of community and a deeper spiritual connection but have found traditional churches just don’t meet your need, the Temple is waiting for you. We challenge you to go deeper into yourself; coming into your own personal… Price - Low: $0. Price - High: $0. Ticket Phone: (425)391-3825. Ticket Web Link: www.AnkhashasTemple.com. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 155 East Sunset Way Issaquah, WA 98027.

The Presence Practice with Katharine Wismer

Health Cost: Free; offerings are always welcome ( 18 years and older) Learn techniques and practices to assist you in staying in the present moment. With regular practice you can begin to experience more joy & fulfillment by being in each moment and experiencing it fully. In this highly experiential learning environment you’ll be able to recognize when you are thinking in the past or future; establish a regular presence practice, identify the difference of emotion and thought and practice grounding techniques to bring you back to the present moment. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Ankhasha’s Temple of the Western Gate 155 E. Sunset Way Issaquah, WA 98027.

Pilates Mat Class

Fitness Pilates is an energizing and invigorating workout which improves posture, core strength, flexibility and balance. Pilates leads to strong and flattened abdominals, long and lean muscles with improved muscle tone, and increased coordination. The emphasis is on precise alignment, breathing and efficient sequencing of movement. Get results you can see and feel. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $10. Gender: Coed. Age Range: Adults. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. The Strong Center, west Olympia. For more info visit www.thestrongcenter.com.

Parachute

Music Parachute is a pop rock band from Charlottesville, Virginia. The members graduated from college in May 2008 and since then have been touring and promoting their debut album Losing Sleep full-time. Fly Magazine defines Parachute's sound as "blue-eyed soul, adult pop, Maroon 5-style faux-funk: it's the Goldilocks of pop-rock, neither too hot nor too cold." Originally named "Sparky's Flaw" the band changed its name from to "Parachute" in 2008. Since their graduation, Parachute has been touring with artists such as O.A.R. Switchfoot, Duffy, Matt Nathanson and Jon McLaughlin. Their single "She is Love" was used on Nivea's national skincare TV commercial. As part of the campaign, Parachute shared the Nivea Countdown Stage with the Jonas Brothers and Taylor Swift in front of over one million people in Time's Square. Parachute's debut album Losing Sleep became available in stores and online on May 19, 2009. Primarily produced by John Shanks, Losing Sleep highlights unabashed emotional affairs. On May 12, "Losing Sl… Price - Low: 47.50. Price - High: 57.50. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: (206) 381-7555. Ticket Web Link: http://wamutheater.com/eventdetail.php?id=23674. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 6:00 PM. 1000 Occidental Avenue S Seattle, WA 98134. For more info visit wamutheater.com.

Cancer - Support for Family Members

Health If you have a spouse, partner, family member, or loved one with any type of cancer, you may benefit from talking with others who understand what you're going through. Gilda's Club Seattle offers support groups for those who care about someone with cancer, and there is no cost to attend. Groups meet weekly at our location on Seattle's Capitol Hill. To join a support group, please call us to schedule a free orientation to Gilda's Club Seattle, and a one on one meeting: 206-709-1400. Orientation takes less than two hours. You'll find our next orientation times here: http://www.gildasclubseattle.org/membership/ At Gilda's Club Seattle, 1400 Broadway. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Gilda's Club Seattle 1400 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122.

Cancer Support Groups

Health If you have been diagnosed with any type of cancer, at any stage, you may benefit from talking with others who understand what you're going through. Gilda's Club Seattle offers several support groups, and there’s no cost to attend. Groups meet weekly at our location on Seattle's Capitol Hill. To join a support group, please call us to schedule a free orientation to Gilda's Club Seattle, and a one on one meeting: 206-709-1400. Orientation takes less than two hours. You'll find our next orientation times here: http://www.gildasclubseattle.org/membership/ At Gilda's Club Seattle, 1400 Broadway. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Gilda's Club Seattle 1400 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122.

Cancer-Support for Family Members

Health If you have a spouse, partner, family member, or loved one with any type of cancer, you may benefit from talking with others who understand what you're going through. Gilda's Club Seattle offers support groups for those who care about someone with cancer, and there is no cost to attend. Groups meet weekly at our location on Seattle's Capitol Hill. To join a support group, please call us to schedule a free orientation to Gilda's Club Seattle, and a one on one meeting: 206-709-1400. Orientation takes less than two hours. You'll find our next orientation times here: http://www.gildasclubseattle.org/membership/ At Gilda's Club Seattle, 1400 Broadway. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. 1400 Broadway Seattle WA, 98122.

Writing Workshop Series with Bob Dugoni

Books Keep your hands on the keyboard throughout November with New York Times Bestselling Author and acclaimed teacher, Robert Dugoni. Join us every Tuesday in November for a different topic. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:00 PM. Bellevue Regional Library 1111 110th Ave NE, Bellevue 98004. For more info visit www.kcls.org.

YogaBasics

Health YogaBasics is appropriate for beginners as well as more experienced students of yoga. The focus is on learning yoga in a supportive environment with ample direction and hands-on adjustments. This is a yoga practice suitable for all levels and provides improved flexibility, balance, muscle endurance, and enhanced focus with stress release. A great way to increase range of motion and coordination, while also relaxing tired and tight muscles. Perfect for all ages, abilities, and body types. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Strong Center, west Olympia. For more info visit www.thestrongcenter.com.

Brass Band Northwest Holiday Concert

Music Family concert played in the style of British brass bands. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: info@brassbandnw.org. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:30 PM. Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church 7500Greenwood Ave N Seattle WA 98103.

Karaoke

Music moonbeam karaoke host by Marty Lipa. Age Range: Adults. Ticket Phone: 206 248-1400. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:30 PM. White Center Eagles #2568 10452 15TH Ave SW Seattle, WA. 98146.

Poetry Night

Visual arts The Blue Horse Gallery is proud to host Poetry Night on November 24th from 8-9:30 PM. Poets will be reflecting on the current breast cancer awareness show “Reaching for the Light.” The public is encouraged to read their poems of strength, love and loss. A raffle of gift baskets and a quilt along with donations for next year’s event and show will be accepted. Contact: Kim Wright. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Blue Horse Gallery 301 W. Holly St. Bellingham, WA 98225.

Icons of Washington

Visual arts See symbolic ‘icons’ of the features, events, people, and landscapes that make Washington state unique. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be. From the Space Needle to Lucky Lager brewing company, and from Ezra Meeker's efforts to save the Oregon Trail, to game five of the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 divisional series against the New York Yankees, explore what Washington has done for the country and the world. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam

Visual arts Graffiti has long been a form of artistic or political expression; some call it art, some call it vandalism. But archeologists and art historians find it useful to provide context and insight into the minds of those who inscribe personal messages in public places. View an original sleeping station with graffiti-inscribed canvases, and personal stories of young Americans traveling to the Vietnam War in Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Vietnam Graffiti Project, in partnership with the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

"A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply" exhibit at the Burke Museum

Education One hundred years after the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (A-Y-P), the Burke Museum has organized A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply, an exhibit that juxtaposes historic objects and photographs from the 1909 fair with contemporary artwork by 16 Native artists. The exhibit explores how the representation and understanding of indigenous people and cultures has changed over 100 years. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, and until 8 pm on first Thursdays. Admission: $9.50 general, $7.50 senior, $6 student/ youth. Admission is free to children 4 and under, Burke members, UW students, faculty, and staff. Admission is free to the public on the first Thursday of each month. Prorated parking fees are $15 and partially refundable upon exit if paid in cash. Call 206-543-5590 or visit www.burkemuseum.org. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University of Washington campus, on the corner of NE 45th St and 17th Ave NE. For more info visit www.burkemuseum.org.

Storytime at The Children's Museum, Seattle

Books Enter the world of books and celebrate literacy in our new Storytelling Circle! Visit our beautiful new space for children and families! Education, staff and guest readers bring books to life through song, puppets, fingerplays and more! Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Location: The Children's Museum, Seattle Address: 305 Harrison Street City: Seattle, WA Zipcode: 98109. For more info visit www.thechildrensmuseum.org.

Savor Seattle Pike Place: Off the Beaten Path Tour

Food and drink Go off the beaten path to experience the hidden gems and newest food artisans that have recently come into the Market area! Taste the adventurous and worldly flavors of this ethnic melting pot while exploring the labyrinth of shops "down under" the market. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. World Spice Merchants 1509 Western Avenue Seattle, WA 98101. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

Savor Seattle Coffee Bites & Sights Tour

Food and drink Explore Seattle’s two most beloved beans - coffee and chocolate! Follow this duo from caffeinated brew, into a surprising array of food and beverages. Take in Seattle’s grande attractions including the Space Needle, the monorail, and Pike Place Market. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 1:45 PM – 4:15 PM. Mayflower Park Hotel 405 Olive Way Seattle, WA 98107. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

Breast Cancer Support Group for Young Women

Health If you are young woman, ages 18 – 40, who has been diagnosed with breast cancer at any stage, this support group is for you. The Young Survivors Coalition meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays every month from 6:15 – 8:30 pm, and offers a place to give and receive understanding, support, resources, and good company. Please call Gilda’s Club Seattle for more information: 206-709-1400. Free and open to the public. At Gilda's Club Seattle, 1400 Broadway. Please RSVP to attend: 206-709-1400. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM. Gilda's Club Seattle 1400 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122. For more info visit www.gildasclubseattle.org.

Cancer - Support for Family Members

Health If you have a spouse, partner, family member, or loved one with any type of cancer, you may benefit from talking with others who understand what you're going through. Gilda's Club Seattle offers support groups for those who care about someone with cancer, and there is no cost to attend. Groups meet weekly at our location on Seattle's Capitol Hill. To join a support group, please call us to schedule a free orientation to Gilda's Club Seattle, and a one on one meeting: 206-709-1400. Orientation takes less than two hours. You'll find our next orientation times here: http://www.gildasclubseattle.org/membership/ At Gilda's Club Seattle, 1400 Broadway. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Gilda's Club Seattle 1400 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122.

Cancer Support Groups

Health If you have been diagnosed with any type of cancer, at any stage, you may benefit from talking with others who understand what you're going through. Gilda's Club Seattle offers several support groups, and there’s no cost to attend. Groups meet weekly at our location on Seattle's Capitol Hill. To join a support group, please call us to schedule a free orientation to Gilda's Club Seattle, and a one on one meeting: 206-709-1400. Orientation takes less than two hours. You'll find our next orientation times here: http://www.gildasclubseattle.org/membership/ At Gilda's Club Seattle, 1400 Broadway. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Gilda's Club Seattle 1400 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122.

Cancer-Support for Family Members

Health If you have a spouse, partner, family member, or loved one with any type of cancer, you may benefit from talking with others who understand what you're going through. Gilda's Club Seattle offers support groups for those who care about someone with cancer, and there is no cost to attend. Groups meet weekly at our location on Seattle's Capitol Hill. To join a support group, please call us to schedule a free orientation to Gilda's Club Seattle, and a one on one meeting: 206-709-1400. Orientation takes less than two hours. You'll find our next orientation times here: http://www.gildasclubseattle.org/membership/ At Gilda's Club Seattle, 1400 Broadway. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. 1400 Broadway Seattle WA, 98122.

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Theater/Shows “Every time a bell rings an angel gets his wings.” Live out a holiday classic as a part of our “live studio audience” when Taproot Theatre brings It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play to the stage. Set in 1947 as a radio broadcast, this heartwarming tale will remind you and yours of the important things in life and send you home laughing, loving and living the magic of Christmas. Adapted for the stage by Joe Landry. Tues-Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri-Sat, 8pm; Sat matinee, 2pm No performances on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Price - Low: $20. Price - High: $33. Directed By: Karen Lund. Written By: Adapted for the stage by Joe Landry. Ticket Phone: 206-781-9707. Contact: Taproot Theatre's Box Office. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 7:30 PM. Stage One Theatre at North Seattle Community College.

Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol

Theater/Shows These then are the facts: The year, 1894. The date, Christmas Eve. The location, 221B Baker Street. After being presumed dead for three years, a hardened Sherlock Holmes resurfaces, turning his back on the people who need him most. Three unexpected callers arrive on Christmas Eve uncovering clues from the detective's past, present and future. Can they save Holmes and his world from a dire end? They must "do it all in one night" to accomplish the task. A mystery full of Christmas spirits your whole family will enjoy. A World Premiere. DATES & TIMES: Wed-Thurs, 7:30 p.m.; Fri-Sat, 8:00 p.m.; Saturday matinee, 2:00 p.m. Price - Low: $20. Price - High: $33. Directed By: Scott Nolte. Written By: John Longenbaugh. Ticket Phone: 206-781-9707. Contact: Taproot Theatre's Box Office. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Taproot Theatre Company 204 North 85th Street Seattle, WA 98103.

Seattle Poetry Slam

Theater/Shows Weekly poetry open mic, featured poet and competitive poetry reading. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Spitfire Grill 2219 4th Ave. Seattle, WA 98121. For more info visit www.seattlepoetryslam.org.

Icons of Washington History

Family What makes Washington different from anywhere else in the world? Is it the landscape? Our people? Washington State History Museum Director, David Nicandri, has picked out some of the best representations of our state from the Washington State Historical Society's collection to display. View some of the features, events, people and landscapes that make Washington distinct. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be symbols of our state. More than 65 items have been selected to represent Washington in this exhibit. View Ezra Meeker's covered wagon; see a chunk of concrete from Galloping Gertie; hear Dave Niehaus announce the Mariners 1995 American League Division Series win over the New York Yankees; look over representations of our plentiful natural resources, World's Fair materials, and much more. See what Washington has given the country, and the world. Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Supported by Ben B. Cheney Foundation, Click! Ca… Price - Low: 6. Price - High: 8. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10:00 PM – Thursday, November 26, 2009, 2:00 AM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit washingtonhistory.org.

Eighth Annual Thanks-Giving Dance by Donation

Music Brought to you by Wassa Dance and Village Volunteers Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2009 9 a.m. -10:30 a.m. At ARC School of Ballet In the Crown Hill Community Building 9250 14th Street NW Seattle, WA 98117 Dance with Us! Start your Thanksgiving Day with an inspiring community dance for a great cause. Join Village Volunteers, Wassa Dance's Lara McIntosh, and some of Seattle’s finest percussionists as we dance to raise micro-finance funds for FEED VILLAGES, a local, bio-intensive farming project in Kiminini, Kenya. Everyone is welcome! Come prepared for a unique African-inspired group dance experience. Wear comfortable clothing, please remove shoes at the door (no street shoes on the dance floor). About the Cause In response to draught and growing famine, Village Volunteers’ Feed Villages program has developed a project training people to grow their own food using locally available resources, with less water and energy. Partnering with Common Ground in Kiminini, Kenya, lo… Ticket Web Link: www.wassadance.com. Contact: Lara McIntosh. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM. At ARC School of Ballet In the Crown Hill Community Building 9250 14th Street NW Seattle, WA 98117.

Stone Way CrossFit Training benefitting Northwest Harvest

Fitness HEART OF GOLD FROM A PLACE OF STONE StoneWay CrossFit owners, Corey McGee and Scott Rodriguez, will be giving all proceeds from a Thanksgiving Day Workout to Northwest Harvest. Seattle, WA, November 26th, 2009, Thanksgiving Day - StoneWay CrossFit Certified Coaches Corey McGee and Scott Rodriguez, announce they will be donating all of the proceeds from their scheduled fitness class to Northwest Harvest. A donation of $10 is suggested for the 50 minute work out class at the Fitness Lab in Wallingford, where Corey and Scott work as Certified Personal Trainers and Fitness Coaches. In exchange for your ten dollars, participants should expect a fun filled, group dynamic session of strength and functional fat burning movements along with a constantly varied program (non-routine). Participants will have the added benefit of knowing their money will help Northwest Harvest. The reason for doing this is quite simple, Coach Corey and Coach Scott have hearts of gold and want to see local charity Northwest H… Price - Low: $10. Contact: Gilian Baumann. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. The Fitness Lab, 3410 Stone Way N, Seattle, WA 98103.

Icons of Washington

Visual arts See symbolic ‘icons’ of the features, events, people, and landscapes that make Washington state unique. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be. From the Space Needle to Lucky Lager brewing company, and from Ezra Meeker's efforts to save the Oregon Trail, to game five of the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 divisional series against the New York Yankees, explore what Washington has done for the country and the world. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam

Visual arts Graffiti has long been a form of artistic or political expression; some call it art, some call it vandalism. But archeologists and art historians find it useful to provide context and insight into the minds of those who inscribe personal messages in public places. View an original sleeping station with graffiti-inscribed canvases, and personal stories of young Americans traveling to the Vietnam War in Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Vietnam Graffiti Project, in partnership with the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

"A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply" exhibit at the Burke Museum

Education One hundred years after the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (A-Y-P), the Burke Museum has organized A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply, an exhibit that juxtaposes historic objects and photographs from the 1909 fair with contemporary artwork by 16 Native artists. The exhibit explores how the representation and understanding of indigenous people and cultures has changed over 100 years. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, and until 8 pm on first Thursdays. Admission: $9.50 general, $7.50 senior, $6 student/ youth. Admission is free to children 4 and under, Burke members, UW students, faculty, and staff. Admission is free to the public on the first Thursday of each month. Prorated parking fees are $15 and partially refundable upon exit if paid in cash. Call 206-543-5590 or visit www.burkemuseum.org. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University of Washington campus, on the corner of NE 45th St and 17th Ave NE. For more info visit www.burkemuseum.org.

YogaBasics

Fitness YogaBasics is appropriate for beginners as well as more experienced students of yoga. The focus is on learning yoga in a supportive environment with ample direction and hands-on adjustments. This is a yoga practice suitable for all levels and provides improved flexibility, balance, muscle endurance, and enhanced focus with stress release. A great way to increase range of motion and coordination, while also relaxing tired and tight muscles. Perfect for all ages, abilities, and body types. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $10. Gender: Coed. Age Range: Adults. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. The Strong Center, west Olympia. For more info visit www.thestrongcenter.com.

New in Issaquah- Ankhasha’s Temple of the Western Gate

Community In these changing and challenging times the Temple of the Western Gate is here to assist people in their personal spiritual growth and development. Ankhasha Amenti, a local resident has opened the Temple in response to requests from the community for a place of peace and spiritual renewal in this stressful world. We offer you a deep spiritual experience and an opportunity to enhance your life while creating an tmosphere of complete support, acceptance and love. We are not here to convert you to any religion, rather to provide you a safe haven to explore, understand and experience a connection to divinity without religious constraints. We embrace, honor and respect all sacred paths, and we encourage each person to see divinity in themselves, in others, and iall things. If you are seeking a sense of community and a deeper spiritual connection but have found traditional churches just don’t meet your need, the Temple is waiting for you. We challenge you to go deeper into yourself; coming into your own personal… Price - Low: $0. Price - High: $0. Ticket Phone: (425)391-3825. Ticket Web Link: www.AnkhashasTemple.com. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 155 East Sunset Way Issaquah, WA 98027.

Savor Seattle Pike Place: Off the Beaten Path Tour

Food and drink Go off the beaten path to experience the hidden gems and newest food artisans that have recently come into the Market area! Taste the adventurous and worldly flavors of this ethnic melting pot while exploring the labyrinth of shops "down under" the market. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. World Spice Merchants 1509 Western Avenue Seattle, WA 98101. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

Savor Seattle Coffee Bites & Sights Tour

Food and drink Explore Seattle’s two most beloved beans - coffee and chocolate! Follow this duo from caffeinated brew, into a surprising array of food and beverages. Take in Seattle’s grande attractions including the Space Needle, the monorail, and Pike Place Market. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 1:45 PM – 4:15 PM. Mayflower Park Hotel 405 Olive Way Seattle, WA 98107. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise

Food and drink This 3-hour cruise, departing from Pier 56 on the Seattle Waterfront, features breathtaking views of the Seattle area, a spectacular 4-course price-fixed menu, coffee, tea, soda and live entertainment. And the bonus - for any parent who attempts going to a nice dinner with their children - a special area (unsupervised) has been set aside for younger children to make arts and crafts projects. The 4-course menu features potato crusted goat cheese served with a pear hazelnut chutney and a balsamic reduction, a baby field greens salad tossed with stone ground mustard and rosemary vinaigrette, apples, dried cranberries, crumbles blue cheese and candied walnuts and cinnamon swirl raisin bread croutons. Four entrees options include traditional roast turkey with herb bread stuffing and giblet gravy, mashed potatoes, baby butter peas and caramelized onions, spiced creamed yams and fresh brandied cranberry sauce and a choice between three non-traditional entrees (vegetarian option always available). For dessert g… Thursday, November 26, 2009, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Royal Argosy 1101 Alaskan Way, Pier 56 Seattle, WA 98101.

Pilates Mat Class

Fitness Pilates is an energizing and invigorating workout which improves posture, core strength, flexibility and balance. Pilates leads to strong and flattened abdominals, long and lean muscles with improved muscle tone, and increased coordination. The emphasis is on precise alignment, breathing and efficient sequencing of movement. Get results you can see and feel. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $10. Gender: Coed. Age Range: Adults. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. The Strong Center, west Olympia. For more info visit www.thestrongcenter.com.

Wine 101

Food and drink Wine 101 Classes So, you say you don't know the difference between a Chardonnay and a Pinot Grigio? Not sure if your red is well balanced or robust? Then join us at The Tasting Room on the last Thursday of each month for Wine 101, a fun overview of wine terms and facts to help you decipher an extensive wine list and survive that intimidating sommelier. Cost is $20 for wine-club members, $25 for non-club members. For more information, email jen@winesofwashington.com or call 206-770-9463. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The Tasting Room 1924 Post Alley Seattle WA 98101.

Tacoma Brain Injury Support Group

Health Supporting Greater Tacoma and Gig Harbor areas for all brain injury survivers, families, caregivers and friends. Come join forces, the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month. https://home.comcast.net/~tbisg. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Location: TACID Address: 6315 S. 19th St. City: Tacoma, WA Zipcode: 98466. For more info visit home.comcast.net.

YogaBasics

Health YogaBasics is appropriate for beginners as well as more experienced students of yoga. The focus is on learning yoga in a supportive environment with ample direction and hands-on adjustments. This is a yoga practice suitable for all levels and provides improved flexibility, balance, muscle endurance, and enhanced focus with stress release. A great way to increase range of motion and coordination, while also relaxing tired and tight muscles. Perfect for all ages, abilities, and body types. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Strong Center, west Olympia. For more info visit www.thestrongcenter.com.

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Theater/Shows “Every time a bell rings an angel gets his wings.” Live out a holiday classic as a part of our “live studio audience” when Taproot Theatre brings It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play to the stage. Set in 1947 as a radio broadcast, this heartwarming tale will remind you and yours of the important things in life and send you home laughing, loving and living the magic of Christmas. Adapted for the stage by Joe Landry. Tues-Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri-Sat, 8pm; Sat matinee, 2pm No performances on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Price - Low: $20. Price - High: $33. Directed By: Karen Lund. Written By: Adapted for the stage by Joe Landry. Ticket Phone: 206-781-9707. Contact: Taproot Theatre's Box Office. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 7:30 PM. Stage One Theatre at North Seattle Community College.

Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol

Theater/Shows These then are the facts: The year, 1894. The date, Christmas Eve. The location, 221B Baker Street. After being presumed dead for three years, a hardened Sherlock Holmes resurfaces, turning his back on the people who need him most. Three unexpected callers arrive on Christmas Eve uncovering clues from the detective's past, present and future. Can they save Holmes and his world from a dire end? They must "do it all in one night" to accomplish the task. A mystery full of Christmas spirits your whole family will enjoy. A World Premiere. DATES & TIMES: Wed-Thurs, 7:30 p.m.; Fri-Sat, 8:00 p.m.; Saturday matinee, 2:00 p.m. Price - Low: $20. Price - High: $33. Directed By: Scott Nolte. Written By: John Longenbaugh. Ticket Phone: 206-781-9707. Contact: Taproot Theatre's Box Office. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Taproot Theatre Company 204 North 85th Street Seattle, WA 98103.

Bhangra / Bollywood dance lessons in Ballard!

Hobbies Come Dance with Mollie! Offering Bhangra / Bollywood dance lessons in Ballard on Thursdays from 7:30-9:00pm. *Learn steps and choregrapy with Seattle top Desi instructor! * Steps taught to individual capabilities * Ability to take steps to club! Come dance like the pro's in all the Bollywood films! Come Dance with Mollie! Thursday, November 26, 2009, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. 5340 Ballard Ave NE Seattle, WA 98107. For more info visit dancewithmollie.com.

Tuning the Air - Season Eight

Music Tuning the Air is a unique performance project of Seattle Circle employing a live 'surround sound' configuration with musicians encircling the audience. Rather than touring in pursuit of an audience, Tuning the Air is bringing the concept of the location based performance team to Seattle. Join us for another year of music with the audience at the heart of every performance. September 24 through December 17, 2009 Every Thursday evening 8 p.m. excluding Thanksgiving doors open at 7:45pm Admission $10. Price - Low: $10. Ticket Web Link: http://www.tuningtheair.com. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Fremont Abbey Arts Center - Great Hall 4272 Fremont Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103.

Trend Thursday's @ SeesoundLounge

Food and drink Trend Thursday's are back! From the eastside to the heart of Belltown Lush Life Entertainment~Twin Fist Promotions~GoboFoto(producer of Seattle Fashion Week)~Gene Juarez Salons and Spas~SeeSoundLounge~Present the ultimate Thursday night Belltown experience... W/ DJ Risk One DJ Sean Majors And more... See... * The latest fashion trends in our monthly shows * The VIP treatment ladies deserve on "Ladies Night" * No Cover and No wait in Line for ladies' * VIP Bachelorette services~Make your night out with the ladies extra exciting. * Tasty and Affordable drink specials w/ $20 Bottles of Champagne for early birds * Amazing Happy Hour eats by Robin L. from this season's "Top Chef" (before 11pm) * 2 rooms of music with a sound for everybody * The best guys seattle has to offer * The area's best DJ's playing your favorite songs. Every Thursday @ Seesoundlounge Ladies Always Free and Never Wait in Line Part of Belltown's Ladies night~ladies first Text LushLife to 68398 to get on the gue… Thursday, November 26, 2009, 9:00 PM – Friday, November 27, 2009, 2:00 AM. See Sound Lounge 115 Blanchard St Seattle, WA.

Icons of Washington History

Family What makes Washington different from anywhere else in the world? Is it the landscape? Our people? Washington State History Museum Director, David Nicandri, has picked out some of the best representations of our state from the Washington State Historical Society's collection to display. View some of the features, events, people and landscapes that make Washington distinct. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be symbols of our state. More than 65 items have been selected to represent Washington in this exhibit. View Ezra Meeker's covered wagon; see a chunk of concrete from Galloping Gertie; hear Dave Niehaus announce the Mariners 1995 American League Division Series win over the New York Yankees; look over representations of our plentiful natural resources, World's Fair materials, and much more. See what Washington has given the country, and the world. Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Supported by Ben B. Cheney Foundation, Click! Ca… Price - Low: 6. Price - High: 8. Thursday, November 26, 2009, 10:00 PM – Friday, November 27, 2009, 2:00 AM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit washingtonhistory.org.

Chick n' Coop Crafts Holiday Bazaar

Fair/festival Fri & Sat 9 - 6 Chicks, Peeps, Hens, and Friends; Hassle Free Shopping as 50 NW Crafters present their quality wares. Confections, Clothing, Wood, Glass, Stocking Stuffers, Collectibles, Jewelry, Accessories, Incredible Edibles, Pet Goodies, Seasonal Décor, Gifts Galore, plus more! Unique, Must Haves, Hard to Find, One-of-a-Kind! Spend the Day, Do the Village. Shops and events for all! Free, Easy to find, Busloads Welcome, Central Checkout, Wheelchair Access, Juried. Friday, November 27, 2009 – Saturday, November 28, 2009. Country Village Bothell Courtyard Hall Bldg. 23718 7 Ave SE, Bothell, WA 98021.

DECISION youth conference

Religious Our future depends on today's decision. Presenter: SSBC. Age Range: Teens. Ticket Phone: 253-332-1256. Contact: Andrey. Friday, November 27, 2009 – Sunday, November 29, 2009. 10622 8ST E Edgewood, WA.

Fall Wreath and Barrel Tasting

Food and drink Enjoy a first taste of wines straight from the barrel at the Wreath and Barrel Tasting, held at a number of wineries in the Columbia Valley region. Get in the holiday spirit tasting wines and collecting ornaments for a wine wreath for you to keep! Wineries include: Chateau Faire le Pont Winery, Fielding Hills Winery, Martin-Scott Winery, Saint Laurent Winery, Stemilt Creek Winery, Cave B Estate Winery, Jones of Washington and White Heron Cellars. For more information, visit www.columbiariverwine.com or call (509) 663-3723. Friday, November 27, 2009 – Sunday, November 29, 2009. Columbia Valley Wineries. For more info visit www.columbiariverwine.com.

Fall Wreath and Barrel Tasting

Food and drink Enjoy a first taste of wines straight from the barrel at the Wreath and Barrel Tasting, held at a number of wineries in the Columbia Valley region. Get in the holiday spirit tasting wines and collecting ornaments for a wine wreath for you to keep! Wineries include: Chateau Faire le Pont Winery, Fielding Hills Winery, Martin-Scott Winery, Saint Laurent Winery, Stemilt Creek Winery, Cave B Estate Winery, Jones of Washington and White Heron Cellars. For more information, visit www.columbiariverwine.com or call (509) 663-3723. Friday, November 27, 2009 – Sunday, November 29, 2009. Columbia Valley Wineries 1260 Lower Sunnyslope Rd Wenatchee, WA 98801-9611. For more info visit www.columbiariverwine.com.

Old Fashion Country Christmas gift and craft show

Holiday Old Fashion Country Christmas gift and craft show. November 27, 28, 29. We will have over 100 vendors which will include crafters, home party consultants, some commercial, food, Santa, Old Time Photo Studio where family's can have their Victorian Christmas photos taken (other costumes will be available. door prizes, raffles childrens section. Price - Low: $1.00. Price - High: $100.00. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: 360-736-2392. Contact: Jan Armstrong. Friday, November 27, 2009 – Sunday, November 29, 2009. Yard Birds Event Center 2100 N. National Av Chehalis, Wa 98532.

Icons of Washington

Visual arts See symbolic ‘icons’ of the features, events, people, and landscapes that make Washington state unique. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be. From the Space Needle to Lucky Lager brewing company, and from Ezra Meeker's efforts to save the Oregon Trail, to game five of the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 divisional series against the New York Yankees, explore what Washington has done for the country and the world. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Friday, November 27, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam

Visual arts Graffiti has long been a form of artistic or political expression; some call it art, some call it vandalism. But archeologists and art historians find it useful to provide context and insight into the minds of those who inscribe personal messages in public places. View an original sleeping station with graffiti-inscribed canvases, and personal stories of young Americans traveling to the Vietnam War in Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Vietnam Graffiti Project, in partnership with the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Friday, November 27, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit www.washingtonhistory.org.

"A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply" exhibit at the Burke Museum

Education One hundred years after the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (A-Y-P), the Burke Museum has organized A-Y-P: Indigenous Voices Reply, an exhibit that juxtaposes historic objects and photographs from the 1909 fair with contemporary artwork by 16 Native artists. The exhibit explores how the representation and understanding of indigenous people and cultures has changed over 100 years. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, and until 8 pm on first Thursdays. Admission: $9.50 general, $7.50 senior, $6 student/ youth. Admission is free to children 4 and under, Burke members, UW students, faculty, and staff. Admission is free to the public on the first Thursday of each month. Prorated parking fees are $15 and partially refundable upon exit if paid in cash. Call 206-543-5590 or visit www.burkemuseum.org. Friday, November 27, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University of Washington campus, on the corner of NE 45th St and 17th Ave NE. For more info visit www.burkemuseum.org.

Original Seattle Coffee Crawl

Community Get a unique taste of Seattle with the Original Coffee Crawl! We give you a bold sampling of Seattle’s world famous coffee, plus a robust roast of city lore that explains why this is the Capital of Coffee. Seattle Coffee Crawl is for everyone, not just coffee lovers — in addition to grande serving of coffee history, facts and culture, we add a nice froth of local gossip and architecture. Included is a rich sampling of Seattle’s fabulous coffee at several cafes! Seattle’s Original Coffee Crawl – it’s not the same old grind. Price - Low: $24. Price - High: $27. Ticket Phone: 1-800-838-3006. Ticket Web Link: www.seattlebyfoot.com. Contact: info@seattlebyfoot.com. Friday, November 27, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM. Seattle's Best Coffee 1530 Post Alley Seattle, WA 98101.

Christmas Bazaar

Holiday The Landing Mall Atrium, Port Angeles, WA will host a Christmas Bazaar on weekends beginning Nov. 27-28-29 and they will continue Dec. 5-6; 12,13; 19,20. Space is available for vendors. Contact peggy@thelandingmall.com. Contact: peggy@thelandingmall.com. Friday, November 27, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The Landing Mall Atrium, Port Angeles, WA.

YogaStretch (Gentle Yoga)

Health YogaStretch is a gentle yoga class involving slow, deep stretching yoga postures rather than very challenging poses. This class is a fantastic way to improve flexibility and range of motion whether you're new to yoga, or an advanced practitioner. YogaStretch is a refreshing stress reliever for all fitness levels and body types including young, fit, older, injured and larger frames. Friday, November 27, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. The Strong Center, west Olympia. For more info visit www.thestrongcenter.com.

Savor Seattle Pike Place: Off the Beaten Path Tour

Food and drink Go off the beaten path to experience the hidden gems and newest food artisans that have recently come into the Market area! Taste the adventurous and worldly flavors of this ethnic melting pot while exploring the labyrinth of shops "down under" the market. Friday, November 27, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. World Spice Merchants 1509 Western Avenue Seattle, WA 98101. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

Savor Seattle Coffee Bites & Sights Tour

Food and drink Explore Seattle’s two most beloved beans - coffee and chocolate! Follow this duo from caffeinated brew, into a surprising array of food and beverages. Take in Seattle’s grande attractions including the Space Needle, the monorail, and Pike Place Market. Friday, November 27, 2009, 1:45 PM – 4:15 PM. Mayflower Park Hotel 405 Olive Way Seattle, WA 98107. For more info visit www.savorseattletours.com.

CraftsGiving

Community CraftsGiving is a local craft fair that showcases geared towards homemade crafts, sustainable culture, and the underground art scene from Seattle. There will be more then 15 crafter's with wares including winter wear by local designers, gifts, epic gems, Hand warmers, inspirational local Art, and more. Come gear up for the change of seasons and support hand made goods! The Fair is on Black Friday November 27th from 2pm - 6pm at: SPACE 7601 Greenwood Avenue N. It's free to attend, and everyone is welcome. It's a great opportunity for us to come together, get to know each other, and support our local artists by purchasing their wares. Friday, November 27, 2009, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM. SPACE 7601 Greenwood Ave N Seattle, WA 98103-4672.

Seattle By Foot City Tour

Community Explore Seattle from A to Z with stops at famous landmarks and beloved city icons. Visit three urban parks, where the Seattle's great fire started, walk through the famous Seattle Central Library, learn how to use the free transportation for the rest of the trip and more! $19 Advance reservations/$22 Walk-up. Buy tickets on www.seattlebyfoot.com or call Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006. Walkups are welcome but advance reservations are advised. Price - Low: $19. Price - High: $22. Ticket Phone: 1-800-838-3006. Ticket Web Link: www.seattlebyfoot.com. Contact: info@seattlebyfoot.com. Friday, November 27, 2009, 2:00 PM – 4:15 PM. Seattle Coffee Works 107 Pike St. Seattle, WA 98101 (Across the street from the entrance to Pike Place Market.).

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

Theater/Shows It's hardly the holiday season without a visit from the ghosts of Christmases past, present, and future. This is our 34th annual production of Dickens' classic tale of grouchy 19th century tightwad Ebenezer Scrooge, who is reminded of the true meaning of Christmas – and life – with the help of three spectral guides. Since the play's debut at ACT in 1976, more than 600,000 people have joined Scrooge on his journey. Join us for this delightful downtown holiday tradition! Tickets: $32-$47 **Performance dates, times ticket prices vary each day and there are no performances on Mondays. Please see ACT Theatre's website for exact dates and times. **A Christmas Carol is a family-friendly show. No babes in arms or children under 4 are permitted. All family members must be ticketed. ACT offers special ticket prices for children age 4-12, and seniors age 65 and older. Friday, November 27, 2009, 6:00 PM. ACT-A Contemporary Theatre 700 Union St Seattle, WA 98101-2330. For more info visit www.acttheatre.org.

Wine Tasting in Graham

Food and drink We would like to extend an invitation to you for our next Friday night 6-8PM wine tasting. This is Graham, WA 1st Coffee & Wine bar in all the area. Friday, November 27, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Austin Chase Coffee 196th Street Ct E Graham, WA 98338.

Seattle Pub Crawl

Food and drink You won’t want this walking tour to end. Seattle’s beer is almost as famous as its coffee, tastes just as delicious and as fun to drink. You’ll try local beer made on site at microbreweries, see the brewing process and learn about beer from around Seattle and around the world. We’ll show you the city’s oldest taverns where Nirvana once played, visit a bar next to what was once the tallest building west of the Mississippi, serve a pint of Seattle’s less illustrious history (including the Mercer Girls who inspired a TV show) and wind up at one of the best Irish pubs in the country. Join us on Seattle’s Pub Crawl. Take Seattle By Foot! (Must be 21+ years of age to participate.). Friday, November 27, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. We meet 15 minutes early at The Pike Pub and Brewery on 1415 First Avenue. Look for the Pike Pub and Brewery neon sign on First Avenue between Pike St and Union St. Your pub crawl guide will be inside with the yellow Seattle By Foot flag.

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Theater/Shows “Every time a bell rings an angel gets his wings.” Live out a holiday classic as a part of our “live studio audience” when Taproot Theatre brings It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play to the stage. Set in 1947 as a radio broadcast, this heartwarming tale will remind you and yours of the important things in life and send you home laughing, loving and living the magic of Christmas. Adapted for the stage by Joe Landry. Tues-Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri-Sat, 8pm; Sat matinee, 2pm No performances on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Price - Low: $20. Price - High: $33. Directed By: Karen Lund. Written By: Adapted for the stage by Joe Landry. Ticket Phone: 206-781-9707. Contact: Taproot Theatre's Box Office. Friday, November 27, 2009, 7:30 PM. Stage One Theatre at North Seattle Community College.

Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol

Theater/Shows These then are the facts: The year, 1894. The date, Christmas Eve. The location, 221B Baker Street. After being presumed dead for three years, a hardened Sherlock Holmes resurfaces, turning his back on the people who need him most. Three unexpected callers arrive on Christmas Eve uncovering clues from the detective's past, present and future. Can they save Holmes and his world from a dire end? They must "do it all in one night" to accomplish the task. A mystery full of Christmas spirits your whole family will enjoy. A World Premiere. DATES & TIMES: Wed-Thurs, 7:30 p.m.; Fri-Sat, 8:00 p.m.; Saturday matinee, 2:00 p.m. Price - Low: $20. Price - High: $33. Directed By: Scott Nolte. Written By: John Longenbaugh. Ticket Phone: 206-781-9707. Contact: Taproot Theatre's Box Office. Friday, November 27, 2009, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Taproot Theatre Company 204 North 85th Street Seattle, WA 98103.

Stowell/Sendak Nutcracker at Pacific Northwest Ballet

Holiday The brilliant result of close collaboration between PNB Founding Artistic Director and choreographer Kent Stowell and renowned children’s book author and illustrator Maurice Sendak, Nutcracker premiered to national acclaim in December 1983 and celebrated its 25th Anniversary last season. The Northwest’s favorite family tradition returns to Seattle Center’s Marion Oliver McCaw Hall November 27 through December 30, 2009. Visit PNB.org for complete showtime information. Ticket range: $26-$123 ($24-$113 for children 0-12). All ages require a ticket for admission, including babes in arms. No refunds, cancellations, or exchanges. Price - Low: $26. Price - High: $123. Directed By: Music: P.I. Tchaikovsky. Written By: Choreography: Kent Stowell. Cast: Pacific Northwest Ballet. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: 206-441-2424. Ticket Web Link: http://www.pnb.org. Contact: PNB Box Office. Friday, November 27, 2009, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. McCaw Hall 321 Mercer Street Seattle, WA 98109. For more info visit www.pnb.org.

Sister's Christmas Catechism by Maripat Donovan

Visual arts She's back! By the author of Late Nite Catechism, it's "Forensic Files goes to Bethlehem" in this holiday mystery extravaganza as Sister takes on the mystery that has intrigued historians throughout the ages: whatever happened to the Magi's gold? Employing her own scientific tools, as well as a gaggle of audience members, Sister creates a living nativity unlike any you've ever seen. With gifts galore, bundles of laughs, and featuring local choirs at every performance, Sister's Christmas Catechism is sure to become one of your favorite holiday shows. Tickets: $30-$35 **Performances run Wednesday-Fri at 8pm, Sat at 2pm and 8pm and Sun at 2pm. Please note that some performance dates and times vary around holidays, see ACT website for details on exact dates and times. Friday, November 27, 2009, 8:00 PM. ACT-A Contemporary Theatre 700 Union St Seattle, WA 98101-2330. For more info visit www.acttheatre.org.

Icons of Washington History

Family What makes Washington different from anywhere else in the world? Is it the landscape? Our people? Washington State History Museum Director, David Nicandri, has picked out some of the best representations of our state from the Washington State Historical Society's collection to display. View some of the features, events, people and landscapes that make Washington distinct. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be symbols of our state. More than 65 items have been selected to represent Washington in this exhibit. View Ezra Meeker's covered wagon; see a chunk of concrete from Galloping Gertie; hear Dave Niehaus announce the Mariners 1995 American League Division Series win over the New York Yankees; look over representations of our plentiful natural resources, World's Fair materials, and much more. See what Washington has given the country, and the world. Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Supported by Ben B. Cheney Foundation, Click! Ca… Price - Low: 6. Price - High: 8. Friday, November 27, 2009, 10:00 PM – Saturday, November 28, 2009, 2:00 AM. Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit washingtonhistory.org.

Mistletoe Tree Farm Extravaganza

Family What: Visiting Nurses Foundation “Mistletoe Tree Farm Extravaganza” When: Friday and Saturday, November 28 and 29, and December 5 and 6, 2009 - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Where: Mistletoe Tree Farm, 268 Stearns Road, Chehalis, Washington Visiting Nurses Foundation to host event at Chehalis tree farm to raise money for home health and hospice services CHEHALIS, WA - The holidays are all about tradition - about baking cookies, singing carols and hanging lights. And for some, the tradition is searching for and chopping down a Christmas Tree. This year, join the Visiting Nurses Foundation as we celebrate the joys of a traditional old-fashioned Christmas during the “Mistletoe Tree Farm Extravaganza on Friday and Saturday, November 28 and 29 and December 5 and 6. There are plenty of activities for the whole family. Both weekends the young and young at heart can enjoy snacking on old-fashioned peanuts, fresh-roasted over the wood fire. Kids can decorate sugar cookies. And all are invited to sip warm spiced c… Price - Low: $10.00. Price - High: $25.00. Ticket Phone: 360-623-1560. Ticket Web Link: www.visitingnursesfoundation.org. Contact: Lynn Ford. Saturday, November 28, 2009 – Sunday, November 29, 2009. 268 Stearns Rd. Chehalis, Wa 98532.

Packwood Preschool's Annual Holiday Lane

Family Gifts, Food, Home Decor and much much more. Pictures with Santa are also available. Price - Low: $0.00. Saturday, November 28, 2009 – Sunday, November 29, 2009. Packwood Elementary Gym, Packwood WA.

Nutcracker Brunch with Pacific Northwest Ballet

Family Join the PNB League for a fun-filled holiday event for children and families. Meet real Nutcracker characters and enjoy crafts, prizes, a delicious brunch, and a mini-performance of the Nutcracker to delight young and old alike. Nutcracker Brunch is a great event to entertain your out-of-town guests and relatives. Festive attire suggested. All proceeds benefit Pacific Northwest Ballet. Cost: $60/Adult, $40/children 12 and under Tickets & Information: PNB Box Office at 206.441.2424 or www.pnb.org. Saturday, November 28, 2009, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. McCaw Hall 321 Mercer Street Seattle, WA 98109.

Icons of Washington History

Family What makes Washington different from anywhere else in the world? Is it the landscape? Our people? Washington State History Museum Director, David Nicandri, has picked out some of the best representations of our state from the Washington State Historical Society's collection to display. View some of the features, events, people and landscapes that make Washington distinct. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be symbols of our state. More than 65 items have been selected to represent Washington in this exhibit. View Ezra Meeker's covered wagon; see a chunk of concrete from Galloping Gertie; hear Dave Niehaus announce the Mariners 1995 American League Division Series win over the New York Yankees; look over representations of our plentiful natural resources, World's Fair materials, and much more. See what Washington has given the country, and the world. Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Supported by Ben B. Cheney Foundation, Click! Ca… Saturday, November 28, 2009, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402. For more info visit washingtonhistory.org.

Icons of Washington

Visual arts See symbolic ‘icons’ of the features, events, people, and landscapes that make Washington state unique. This exhibit not only identifies icons, but explores why and how these icons came to be. From the Space Needle to Lucky Lager brewing company, and from Ezra Meeker's efforts to save the Oregon Trail, to game five of the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 divisional series against the New York Yankees, explore what Washington has done for the country and the world. Visit us online for more information and specific exhibit hours. www.washingtonhistory.org Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Saturday, Novembe