FRIDAY, NOV. 1
The Writer Next Door: 4th Annual Ballard Writer’s Collective Big Event
What: Author readings, “Ask the Writer” Panel. $15 three-book sampler (while supplies last). Thirty participating writer, twelve readers and panel featuring Theo Pauline Nestor, Jennifer D. Munro, Ingrid Ricks and Joshua
McNichols. Raffle baskets. Additional book sales by Secret Garden Books plus Rising Bird Art Store benefit sale. Free admission.
Where: Sunset Hill Community Center (3003 NW 66th St)
When: Doors open 6 p.m., program 7 p.m.
More info: www.ballardwriters.org
Rope
What: Two Gatsby-era ivy-leaguers decide to murder a friend of theirs, just to prove they can get away with it. They put the body into a trunk, and proceed to serve dinner off of the trunk, at a party consisting of the victim’s friends and family. Tensions are high as the boys wonder if they’ll be discovered. The play is loosely based on the Leopold and Loeb murder case of 1924.
Where: Ballard Underground (2220 NW Market Street Lower Level)
When: 7:30 p.m.
More info: http://ghostlighttheatricals.org/season-11/rope/
Vaudeville Etiquette with Country Lips and The Outlaws
What: Swinging roots rock, country, jazz, and blues, Vaudeville Etiquette embraces their scope of influences moving from raucous boot stomping anthems to quiet swaying folk melodies to create a stage show full of dynamic personality, wild energy, laughter, woe, and soul.
Where: Conor Byrne (5140 Ballard Ave NW)
When: 9 p.m.
More info: http://conorbyrnepub.com/ and http://www.vaudevilleetiquette.com/
SATURDAY, NOV. 2
Crown Hill Arts Festival
What: Join us for a Free Performing Arts Festival. This family friendly event has acts to dazzle the interests of all ages. Ballet, hula, singing, Flamenco, modern dance, yoga. Fun for all ages! Light refreshments available.
Where: Crown Hill Arts Center (9250 14th Ave NW
When: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
More info: http://www.crownhillarts.org/
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/
Rope
What: Two Gatsby-era ivy-leaguers decide to murder a friend of theirs, just to prove they can get away with it. They put the body into a trunk, and proceed to serve dinner off of the trunk, at a party consisting of the victim’s friends and family. Tensions are high as the boys wonder if they’ll be discovered. The play is loosely based on the Leopold and Loeb murder case of 1924.
Where: Ballard Underground (2220 NW Market Street Lower Level)
When: 7:30 p.m.
More info: http://ghostlighttheatricals.org/season-11/rope/
SUNDAY, NOV. 3
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/
Keep Calm and Wax On at Anchors Down
What: Bring your vinyl records over to Anchors Down. We'll take turns playing our favorite cuts while sipping tasty beverages. All day happy hour and daily special cocktails!
Where: Anchors Down (2016 NW Market St)
When: Every Sunday, 4 p.m. to Midnight
More info: https://www.facebook.com/anchorwax/
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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