Friday, August 2
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
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: 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
More info: http://comedysportzseattle.com/
Saturday, August 3
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, Cherie Blues will be performing.
Where: Ballard Locks
When: 2 p.m.
More info: http://www.nws.usace.army.mil/Missions/CivilWorks/LocksandDams/Chittend…
Children's theater at the Ballard Locks Botanical Garden
What: theater simple returns to the parks of King County with wit, puns a rolling pea-green boat and a ukelele. "The Adventures of Owl and Pussycat" illuminate the adventures of love, as well as a love of adventure for Owl & his amour, Pussycat. Fur, feathers, and puns will fly. (Pigs will not.)
Where: Ballard Locks Carl S. English Botanical Garden
When: 5 p.m.
More info: http://www.theatersimple.org/
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: 2 p.m. Kids Matinee and 8 p.m.
More info: http://comedysportzseattle.com
Sunday, August 4
Great Glasses Play Day
What: Celebrate children who wear glasses, contacts and patches! It's a morning of fun and support, with story time, glasses-themed activities, and Trophy Cupcakes.
Where: Carkeek Park (950 North West Carkeek Park Road), meet at the picnic tables by the playground and play field
When: 10 a.m.-Noon
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/482442521833283/
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/
Concerts at the Locks
Enjoy free music while you visit the Ballard Locks. On Sunday, the Ballard Sedentary Sousa Band will be performing.
Where: Ballard Locks
When: 2 p.m.
More info: http://www.nws.usace.army.mil/Missions/CivilWorks/LocksandDams/Chittend…
Children's theater at the Ballard Locks Botanical Garden
What: theater simple returns to the parks of King County with wit, puns a rolling pea-green boat and a ukelele. "The Adventures of Owl and Pussycat" illuminate the adventures of love, as well as a love of adventure for Owl & his amour, Pussycat. Fur, feathers, and puns will fly. (Pigs will not.)
Where: Ballard Locks Carl S. English Botanical Garden
When: 5 p.m.
More info: http://www.theatersimple.org/
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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