Listening Session
Thursday, July 1, 6:30pm-9:00pm
Franklin High School, 3013 S. Mount Baker Blvd, Seattle
President Obama launched a national dialogue on conservation and reconnecting Americans to the outdoors. As part of this initiative, the Department of the Interior is hosting a “listening session” in Seattle. The session, one of a series being held around the country, offers members of the public to share some of the smart, creative ways communities are conserving outdoor spaces and to reconnecting Americans to the outdoors. Advance registration is requested. www.doi.gov/americasgreatoutdoors/
Wooden Boat Festival
Saturday and Sunday, July 3-4, 2010, 10:00am-6:00pm daily
Center for Wooden Boats, South Lake Union, Seattle
The theme is heritage wooden boats. The ambiance is that of an old-fashioned, down-home waterfront festival where everything is fun, almost everything is free and nothing much is fancy. It’s as authentically grassroots American as you can get and has been for the last 33 years. www.cwb.org/2010-wooden-boat-festival
Princess Angeline, special screening
Tuesday, July 6, 2010, 7:00pm
Shoreline Historical Museum, 749 N. 175th, Shoreline
Come as see a special screening of Princess Angeline, a film about Duwamish heritage, Chief Sealth and his daughter Princess Angeline. After the film, visitors will have the opportunity to visit the acclaimed exhibit Duwamish Narrative: Contemporary Voices of the Duwamish Tribe by Joanne Petrina.
The Saar Pioneer Cemetery Living History Performance
July 15-18th, 2010
Book-It Repertory Theatre, in collaboration with the South King County Genealogical Society, presents The Saar Pioneer Cemetery Living History Performance. This performance tells a living history of six characters whose stories are taken from those buried in the Saar Pioneer Cemetery. Reservations required: Contact Karen Bouton at fors...@comcast.net or call 253-850-2777 for ticket information.
Learning from Historic Sites and Members Meeting
Monday, July 26, 2010, 5:30-7:00pm
University of Washington Club, UW campus, Seattle
The UW Facultry Club (now University of Washington Club), designed by Paul Hayden Kirk & Associates and Victor Steinbrueck and completed in 1960, is an excellent example of International Style modernism. Its construction departed dramatilcally from the traditional Collegiate Gothic buildings on the campus in the Bebb and Gould plan. Registration is free, event is co-sponsered by Docomomo WEWA. www.historicseattle.org
Seafair 2010
June 26 thru August 8, 2010
Seattle area
Seafair is an annual tradition for both locals & visitors alike. Celebrated for just about a month, it is the largest Festival in the Northwest with something for everyone – from Arts & Crafts to live Music, parades, heritage festivals and more! www.seafair.com
Chateau Ste. Michelle Summer Concert Series
Beginning late June-September 2010
Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, 14111 NE 145th Street, Woodinville
A Destination Heritage site, Chateau Ste. Michelle hosts an annual summer concert series. Enjoy the fresh air, delicious wine and perhaps a picnic dinner while listening to the vibrant sounds of live music from your favorite band. www.ste-michelle.com
Mascot Idol
June 21 until September 20th, 2010
Seattle Center Foundation is looking for a mascot for The Next Fifty, the 50th anniversary of the Seattle World’s Fair. The public is invited to share their ideas for an icon that is delightful, inspiring, and represents the future. The mascot design contest is the third The Next Fifty Buzz contest, a monthly activity where the community gets involved in making the 50th anniversary of the Seattle World’s Fair a success. Click on image to view full video.
Image: Courtesy of City of Seattle, Seattle Center.
