Ballard Weekend: Last days at the Copper Gate, last weekend of Sketchfest, Edible Garden Tour

Fri, 06/28/2013

Friday, June 28

SketchFest at Ballard Underground

What: The entire month of June is going to be chocked full of all of Seattle's best sketch comedy. Experience a huge chunk of the wonderful script/character-focused comedians which Seattle has to offer.

Where: Ballard Underground (2220 NW Market Lower Level)

When: Charles & Ubiquitous They: Retch at 7 p.m., Worst Case Scenario & Charles starts at 9 p.m.

More info: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/374045

Last nights at the Copper Gate

What: Copper Gate is closing on June 30, come help them celebrate their last days by guzzling some Aquavit and listening to some music.

When: Happy Hour, 5-7 p.m.
8 p.m., Wes Weddell, Vince Martinez, $5

Where: Copper Gate (6301 24th Ave NW)

More info: thecoppergate.com

Saturday, June 29

Sunset Hill-Shilshole Gateway Work party

What: It's the time of year when we need to keep on top of the weeds - come help us win the battle! Wear work clothes, bring water and any favorite weeding or planting tools. We'll provide safety vests and an assortment of tools.

Where: 36th Ave NW median, just north of NW 60th and just south of NW 62nd

When: 9 a.m. – Noon

More info: Dave Boyd, 498-6636, dave.boyd1@comcast.net

Crown Hill Glen Work Party

What: Please join us to work on the Crown Hill Glen Park. We'll be there rain or shine.

Where: Crown Hill Glen Park (8746 19th Ave NW)

When: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

More info: Amy Poisson, amylynn_98117@yahoo.com

Sustainable Ballard Edible Garden Tour

What: This walking or biking tour provides examples of creative uses of parking strips, containers, raised beds, chicken coops, fruit trees, berries, bees and more! Meet the gardeners and ask questions. Be inspired! Check out your neighbors’ gardens. The tour includes a dozen gardens to explore within walking distance of Trinity United Methodist Church and Salmon Bay School. Your ticket includes a map of gardens and one entry into a Raffle of gardening books, supplies & Fiskars tools. Local NW gardening authors will be on hand to answer your gardening questions.

Where: Buy your ticket/map at the parking lot west of Trinity United Methodist Church, 6512 23rd Ave NW, on the day of the tour

When: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Price: $10 (kids are free) supports Sustainable Ballard’s community projects.

More info: http://www.sustainableballard.org/our-5th-annual-edible-garden-tour

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. For free!

When: Noon

Where: Tony’s Coffee Bar (7001 3rd Ave NW)

More info: http://tonyscoffeebar.tumblr.com/

Concerts at the Locks

Enjoy free music while you visit the Ballard Locks. On Saturday, the Professor Gadget Sax Quartet will be performing.

Where: Ballard Locks

When: 2 p.m.

More info: http://www.nws.usace.army.mil/Missions/CivilWorks/LocksandDams/Chittend…

SketchFest at Ballard Underground

Saturday is Head-2-Head Sketch Competition! [SketchFest Fundraiser] Local groups will pitch sketches against each other and the audience will vote their favorites on to the next round. It's gonna' be crazy!

Where: Ballard Underground (2220 NW Market Lower Level)

When: 7 p.m.

More info: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/374045

Last nights at the Copper Gate

What: Copper Gate is closing on June 30, come help them celebrate their last days by guzzling some Aquavit and listening to some music.

When: Happy Hour, 5-7 p.m.
8 p.m., Madness Blooms, Misty Flowers, $5

Where: Copper Gate (6301 24th Ave NW)

More info: thecoppergate.com

Sunday, June 30

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