Artist Amy Hamblin's work will be on display during the Ballard ArtWalk this Saturday at the BallardWorks venue. It will be just one of many places throughout Ballard exhibiting local artists.
FRIDAY, OCT. 11
Sustainable Ballard Knitters for the Homeless
What: Come join us on 2nd Friday of the month. Knitting instruction and yarn provided.
Donated yarn welcome!
Where: Toast Ballard (5615 24th Ave NW)
When: 7-9 p.m.
More info: Contact Jody Grage at (253) 718-1529 or jodytgrage@gmail.com.
Emerald Contra Dance
What: All dances taught. No partner necessary. Please, no cologne, perfume or other scented products. $8 General Admission; $7 Seniors, PNA
members, SFS members; $5 Students.
Where: Phinney Neighborhood Association Community Hall-lower brick building (6532 Phinney Ave N)
When: Beginner’s workshop 7 p.m., dance 7:30-10 p.m.
More info: 206-440-9839 or emeraldcitycontra@pobox.com
10 Days to Happiness
What: When do hilarity, torture, and enlightenment go together? When comic actor and award-winning playwright Donna Rae Davidson attends a ten-day silent meditation retreat (Vipassana), that’s exactly what happens! The result is 10 Days to Happiness, a zany, introspective comedy about discovering peace in the midst of internal conflict and angst.
Where: Amazing Grace Spiritual Center (2007 NW 61st)
When: 8 p.m.
More info: http://10daystohappiness.com/
Comedy Sportz
What: ComedySportz is improv comedy played as a sport. The show pits two teams of comedians against each other in a variety of games, in which they compete for audience laughter.
Where: Ballard Underground (2220 NW Market St)
When: 10:30 p.m.
More info: http://comedysportzseattle.com/
SATURDAY, OCT. 12
Coffee Cupping at Tony's Coffee Bar
What: Try different coffees from around the world, learn about the complexities of each coffee, become a knowledgeable coffee genius in an hour.
When: Noon
Where: Tony’s Coffee Bar (7001 3rd Ave NW)
More info: http://tonyscoffeebar.tumblr.com/
Ballard ArtWalk
What: It's second Saturday, which means Ballard ArtWalk! During the Art Walk, artists open their studios to the public and neighborhood businesses host local art on their wall. The Ballard Art Walk showcases painting, glass art, sculpture, performance, and more, in venues from Leary Way to Shilshole, and as far north as 65th.
Where: Various locations throughout the Ballard neighborhood
When: 6-9 p.m.
More info: Map can be found at http://ballardartwalk.blogspot.com/p/map.html
Ballard ArtWalk website: http://www.ballardartwalk.blogspot.com/
10 Days to Happiness
What: When do hilarity, torture, and enlightenment go together? When comic actor and award-winning playwright Donna Rae Davidson attends a ten-day silent meditation retreat (Vipassana), that’s exactly what happens! The result is 10 Days to Happiness, a zany, introspective comedy about discovering peace in the midst of internal conflict and angst.
Where: Amazing Grace Spiritual Center (2007 NW 61st)
When: 8 p.m.
More info: http://10daystohappiness.com/
Comedy Sportz
What: ComedySportz is improv comedy played as a sport. The show pits two teams of comedians against each other in a variety of games, in which they compete for audience laughter.
Where: Ballard Underground (2220 NW Market St)
When: 10:30 p.m.
More info: http://comedysportzseattle.com/
SUNDAY, OCT. 13
Ballard Farmers Market
What: Ballard Farmer's Market is open year-round and features fresh produce from local farmers, flowers, trinkets, street entertainment and more.
Where: Ballard Ave NW, between Vernon Pl NW and 22nd Ave NW
When: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
More info: http://ballardfarmersmarket.wordpress.com/
Ballard Elks Lodge Ballroom Dancing
What: Ballroom Dancing every Sunday. Live music by The Eddy Fukano Band. For singles and couples. $7 per person.
Where: Ballard Elks Lodge (6411 Seaview Ave NW)
When: 7-10 p.m.
More info: www.ballardelks.org or call 206-784-0827
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