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Scout Christmas Tree Lot
It’s Christmas tree time again for Scouts & Crew 100. Scouts will be selling Christmas trees for their 68th annual fundraiser at the St. Alphonsus church parking lot in Ballard. Hours: • Monday through Friday: 2:00pm – 8:00pm • Saturday & Sunday: 9:00am – 8:00pm
Pop Up Holiday Market
Pop Up Holiday Market
Local handmade gift & art pop up at Stepping Stone bar in Ballard. Come for locally made jewelry, hats, crochet, embroidery, plants, comic books, and more. Live music and free admission.
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Patty Griffin Live in Concert
Patty Griffin Live in Concert
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Patty Griffin performs a benefit concert at Benaroya Hall Monday, December 2 at 7:30 pm. All proceeds benefit Ballard NW Senior Center.
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Funding Schools 101
Funding Schools 101
Join Friends of Salmon Bay for a presentation and discussion with Washington's Paramount Duty and Fund SPS to learn how our schools are funded and what we can all do to advocate for change! The night will include presentations, a panel discussion, and time for Q&A with guest speakers Robert Cruikshank and Sarah Reyneveld, Board […]
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Nordic Stories: “The Snow Queen” with Seattle Children’s Theatre
Nordic Stories: “The Snow Queen” with Seattle Children’s Theatre
Join us for a very special edition of Nordic Stories in partnership with our friends at Seattle Children's Theatre! This event will take you on a magical journey through the classic Nordic fairy tale that inspired Disney’s Frozen, Hans Christian Andersen's The Snow Queen. The reading will be followed by an enchanting craft project.
Nordic Stories: “The Snow Queen” with Seattle Children’s Theatre
Nordic Stories: “The Snow Queen” with Seattle Children’s Theatre
Join us for a very special edition of Nordic Stories in partnership with our friends at Seattle Children's Theatre! This event will take you on a magical journey through the classic Nordic fairy tale that inspired Disney’s Frozen, Hans Christian Andersen's The Snow Queen. The reading will be followed by an enchanting craft project.
Smell, Memory, and Thought with Dr. Venkatesh Murthy
Smell, Memory, and Thought with Dr. Venkatesh Murthy
In conjunction with the immersive sensory exhibition Fischersund: Faux Flora, Dr. Venkatesh Murthy explores the sense of smell and its powerful, often subconscious impact on human experience. His research on olfactory behaviors in mice offers insights into how the brain processes this elusive sense, connecting scientific findings to the way humans interact with scent in […]
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Ballard Cocktail Trail
Ballard Cocktail Trail
Get in the holiday spirit with a festive evening featuring ten boutique businesses transformed into cocktail tasting lounges. We can’t wait for you to enjoy a new mix of carefully curated cocktail selections, all hand-made with high-quality delicious ingredients & premium spirits by the expert mixologists at The Ballad Cut! Tickets to this event sell […]
The Roosevelt Jazz Nutcracker: 25th Anniversary Season
The Roosevelt Jazz Nutcracker: 25th Anniversary Season
Roosevelt Jazz presents its 25th anniversary performance of The Jazz Nutcracker Suite on Dec. 6-8. The Tchaikovsky’s classic, reimagined by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, has challenged and inspired generations of young musicians at Roosevelt High School for a quarter of a century. This year our nationally acclaimed high-school jazz band shares the stage with […]
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PhinneyWood Winter Festival
Join us for the PhinneyWood Winter Festival, a much-anticipated event that brings together artisans and the local community in a vibrant celebration of creativity. Held at the Phinney Center in Seattle, this festival features over 140 talented makers, all carefully chosen by a jury. As you explore the historic buildings, you’ll discover a variety of […]
ARC Dance Nutcracker Sweets
ARC Dance brings the magic of The Nutcracker alive for the community in this child-friendly version of this holiday classic ballet. Three weekends in three different venues: December 7 at Cornish Playhouse (Seattle Center) December 13-15 at ARC Performance Space (Crown Hill) December 21 at Shorewood Performing Arts Center (Shoreline)
Toddler Music and Movement – Holiday Edition
Toddler Music and Movement – Holiday Edition
Join our Holiday Edition of Music and Movement! We’re talking reindeer antlers, cozy jammies and holiday classics! This class lets toddlers and their parents or caregivers explore the joys of music, learning to recognize rhythms, practicing large motor coordination, and socializing with other families through song. Participants will learn through echoing and sequencing, rhythm and […]
E-Waste Recycling Event
E-Waste Recycling Event
Stop by to recycle your household electronics for free! This event is a great opportunity to protect our environment by diverting elections from the landfill and give back to the community! 📅 Event Details: Date & Time: December 7th from 11am - 2pm Location: 1121 N. 35th St. in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood What We’re Collecting: […]
Ballard Elks Holiday Market
Ballard Elks Holiday Market
Join us for the 8th annual indoor holiday market! Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list! Come shop beautifully crafted items from over 30 local bakers & makers including breads & baked goodies, jams & pickles, handmade cards, ornaments, jewelry, art, needle crafts, pop culture festive gifts and so much more. Let’s continue […]
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End of Year Board Game & Puzzle Swap at the annual Barter Fair
End of Year Board Game & Puzzle Swap at the annual Barter Fair
ou’re invited to the End of Year Board Game & Puzzle Swap at the annual Barter Fair When: December 8th Time: 1 p.m to 4 p.m. Where: Old Stove Gardens - 1550 NW 49th St, Seattle, WA 98107 What to bring? Kid, family, or adult board games, card games, or puzzles. Games and puzzles should […]
Sustainable Ballard Barter Fair & Holiday Party
Sustainable Ballard Barter Fair & Holiday Party
Join us Sunday Dec. 8th for our annual Barter Fair & Holiday Party at Old Stove Gardens in Ballard! This is a festive gathering of creative community members who make beautiful, tasty, useful things to barter(trade) for in an effort to showcase the power of creating and practicing sustainable gift giving. Are you a crafter, […]
The Roosevelt Jazz Nutcracker: 25th Anniversary Season
The Roosevelt Jazz Nutcracker: 25th Anniversary Season
Roosevelt Jazz presents its 25th anniversary performance of The Jazz Nutcracker Suite on Dec. 6-8. The Tchaikovsky’s classic, reimagined by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, has challenged and inspired generations of young musicians at Roosevelt High School for a quarter of a century. This year our nationally acclaimed high-school jazz band shares the stage with […]
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Welcome The Orcas
Welcome The Orcas
The Whale Trail presents Welcome the Orcas 2024 Celebrating the Seasonal Return of the Southern Resident Orcas to Central Puget Sound It's been orca-palooza in central Puget Sound this year! A larger-than-expected chum run has kept J pod here for a record-setting number of weeks. Join The Whale Trail and friends on December 10 to […]
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The Yule Cat and Other Curious Holiday Characters
The Yule Cat and Other Curious Holiday Characters
Who will gobble you up if don't get any gifts this Christmas? The Yule Cat, of course! Iceland is replete with spooky stories of haunting holiday characters. In this lecture, Drs. Lauren Poyer and Colin Connors will share some of their favorite spooky Icelandic Christmas stories from medieval sagas and early modern folklore. Come dressed […]
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Nutcracker Sweets
Nutcracker Sweets
The fastest Nutcracker in the west! Nutcracker sweets showcases the talented students of the school along with the professional dancers of ARC Dance Company. A 90 minute run time, easy parking, and an intimate view of the beautiful costumes. Don't miss this neighborhood gem!
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Building C Holiday Open Studios
Building C Holiday Open Studios
This is our biggest event of the year, with over a dozen local artists and makers opening their doors to share their creations with you. Find locally made art, artisan crafts, and accessories to deck your walls, fill your stockings, and share with your loved ones for your holiday celebrations. Pastry Pop-up starting at 4 […]
Magnolia Chorale “Fauré en Fệte” Concerts
Magnolia Chorale “Fauré en Fệte” Concerts
In its December concerts—“Fauré en Fệte”— Magnolia Chorale celebrates Gabriel Fauré, a French composer whose choral works resonate with timeless beauty and depth. Artistic Director Joseph To leads the two-concert series—which explores the elegance and subtlety of some of Faure’s most acclaimed pieces. From the dramatic “Les Djinns”, to the serene “Cantique de Jean Racine”, […]
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Magnolia Chorale “Fauré en Fệte” Concert
Magnolia Chorale “Fauré en Fệte” Concert
The Sunday matinee concert of "Fauré en Fệte" celebrates Gabriel Fauré, a French composer whose choral works resonate with timeless beauty and depth. Artistic Director Joseph To leads Magnolia Chorale in some of Faure’s most acclaimed pieces. From the dramatic “Les Djinns”, to the serene “Cantique de Jean Racine”, to his transcendent Requiem, Fauré's refined, […]
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Blue Christmas Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church
Blue Christmas Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church
While for some the holidays can be joyful, many of us struggle with grief and sadness. If this resonates with you, know you are invited to Blue Christmas. We gather just as we are to pray, ask God for consolation, and lay our burdens down at the foot of the cross. You are welcome to […]
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Fremont Ugly Sweater Wine Walk
Fremont Ugly Sweater Wine Walk
The Fremont Chamber is holding a Ugly Sweater Wine Walk on December 18 from 5 to 8 pm. Register at: https://www.tickettomato.com/event/9100 10 Retail locations | 10 Wineries Holiday Shop & Drink Wine Only $30, a great value Funky & Festive, Ugly Sweater attire is encouraged December 18, 2024, from 5 to 8 pm Sign-in at […]
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Pop Up Art Gallery at Dirty Couch Brewing
Pop Up Art Gallery at Dirty Couch Brewing
POP UP ART GALLERY ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19! DCB is excited to host our third pop up art gallery featuring photography from Jesse Sieden and art from muralist Morgan Zion. The art show is going on from 5-9pm and New Orleans cuisine from Where Ya At Matt being served up from 5-8pm. Come on by! […]
Art Gallery Pop Up at Dirty Couch Brewing
Art Gallery Pop Up at Dirty Couch Brewing
POP UP ART GALLERY ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19! DCB is excited to host our third pop up art gallery featuring photography from Jesse Sieden and art from muralist Morgan Zion. The art show is going on from 5-9pm and New Orleans cuisine from Where Ya At Matt being served up from 5-8pm. Come on by! […]
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Gingerbread Jubilee at Ballard Community Center
Gingerbread Jubilee at Ballard Community Center
Join us this year for an evening of winter holiday fun. Bring your imagination and we will provide the rest! There will be all sorts of winter crafts, music, a hot chocolate bar and of course our magnificent Gingerbread construction and snowball zone! Friday, December 20 | 6pm-8pm at the Ballard Community Center Only $5 […]
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Winter Solstice Women’s Ceremony & Celebration
Winter Solstice Women’s Ceremony & Celebration
Welcome to the Winter Solstice Women's Ceremony & Celebration at Zata Soul Healing! Join us on Sat Dec 21, 2024 at 3:30pm (doors open 3:15pm) for a special gathering to honor the changing of the seasons. Connect with other women in a sacred space as we come together to celebrate the longest night of the […]
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4 pm Family Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
4 pm Family Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
People of all ages are invited to this joyful Christmas service! We will sing all the traditional carols, celebrate holy communion together, and end with the blessing of Silent Night sung together in candlelight. This is a 45-minute service, aimed at allowing our youngest ones to fully enjoy the Christmas Eve church experience. 2400 NW […]
10 pm- Traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
10 pm- Traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
With choir, orchestra and brass, and hand bells, we welcome the Christ Child with joyful song! Holy communion, prayer, and the telling of the Christmas story are a gift to all at this service, including the beautiful tradition of singing Silent Night in candlelight. We welcome the whole community to share in this message of […]
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Dance Party at Dirty Couch Brewing
Dance Party at Dirty Couch Brewing
Dance at Dirty Couch Brewing on December 28! DCB will be hosting this Deep Freeze Outdoor Party from 6-10pm. Enjoy EDM/Dance music and enjoy this Pre New Years party. Lady Tamale will be set up inside and serving up her delicious tamales from 5-8pm as well. Please join us! We’ve got some great events over […]
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