Friday, April 19
Ballard Jazz Walk
What: Jazz takes over downtown Ballard as we present 22 groups in 12 venues all for a single ticket price. The most recognizable event of the festival brings together all styles of jazz and a New Orleans atmosphere with listeners pouring from club-to-club making this a truly one-of-a-kind event.
Where: Multiple venues all over Ballard
When: Starts at 6:30 p.m. See full schedule for the Ballard Jazz Festival here
More info: http://ballardjazzfestival.com
Saturday, April 20
Adopt A Street Cleanup on 14th Ave NW
What: This is EBCA's twice yearly clean up event on 14th Ave NW. We will be picking up trash along 14th Ave NW and enjoying treats donated by local businesses. Time and volunteer turnout permitting, we will also be weeding the areas around the planters. We'll provide vests and tools. Make sure to come dressed for the weather.
Where: Sign in at Blowing Sands Glass (5805 14 th Ave NW)
When: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
More info: eastballard.wordpress.com
Critical Lass Rides to Pedaler’s Fair
Critical Lass is a leisurely paced, social ride for women. This month they will ride to Pedaler’s Fair, an annual marketplace for Washington based, bicycle-inspired small businesses.
From Critical Lass: "Our leisurely-paced six mile ride will take us through the Magnolia train yard and along the beautiful Elliott Bay Trail. We'll use the new West Thomas Street Overpass (where we'll pause for pictures if the weather cooperates) and then make our way to the International Fountain where Robin Randels from Cascade Bicycle Club will give us a quick overview of her Urban Cycling Techniques course that we'll then put into use for our descent into Belltown."
Where: Meet at the Ballard Locks (3015 54th St NW) at the water's edge -- WALK YOUR BIKE when you arrive at the gate to avoid a hefty fine.
When: 10 a.m.
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/424916674267592/
A day of jazz at Nordic Heritage Museum
What: Nordic Heritage Museum will kick off a full day of events at the Nordic Heritage Museum with the Swedish Pancake Jazz Brunch and a classic Volvo and Saab car show. Then, at 7:30 p.m., the crown jewel of the Ballard Jazz Festival will take place as international jazz artists play on the mainstage.
When: Swedish Pancake Jazz brunch at 11 a.m.; mainstage concert at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Nordic Heritage Museum (3014 NW 67th St)
More info: http://ballardjazzfestival.com/
Sunday, April 21
Earth Day Green Ride
What: Tour local rain gardens and solar installations with Sustainable Ballard, Ballard Greenways and Spokespeople. There will be two bike rides – a guided 8-mile tour starting at noon and a 3-mile, family-friendly Kidical Mass ride leaving at 2 pm. There will also be maps at Ballard Commons Park for self-guided biking and walking tours.
Where: Ballard Commons Park (Across from Ballard Branch Library)
When: Sunday, April 21, 12-2 p.m.
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/446146225460546/
