Friday, August 9
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/
Sustainable Ballard Knitters for the Homeless
What: Come join us on 2nd Friday of the month. Knitting instruction and yarn provided.
Donated yarn welcome!
Where: Aster Cafe (5615 24th Ave NW)
When: 7-9 p.m.
More info: Contact Jody Grage at (253) 718-1529 or jodytgrage@gmail.com.
Salmon Bay Eagles Music
What: The Blue 55 band will be playing.
Where: Salmon Bay Eagles (5216 20th Ave NW)
When: Music from 8-12 a.m., no cover
More info: http://www.salmonbayeagles.com/ or call (253) 783-7791
PhinneyWood Summer Streets
What: This free event opens the city’s largest public space – its streets – so people can walk, bike, roll, run, skip and shop – without having to watch out for cars! Summer Streets is partnering with the Phinney Neighborhood Association and the monthly art walk for some good old fashioned fun.
Where: Greenwood Avenue/Phinney Avenue from N 87th to N 67th Street, in the Phinney and Greenwood neighborhoods
When: 6-10 p.m.
More info: http://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2013/08/07/imagine-the-possibilities-phinne…
Saturday, August 10
Art in the Garden
What: Walk around gorgeous dahlias, ripening tomatoes and giant sunflowers as you discover 18 local artists, enjoy live acoustic music, grab a bite to eat from Seattle Biscuit Co. or Curb Jumper food truck, and relax with a cold Maritime Pacific at our Beer Garden on the patio.
Where: Ballard P-Patch (8527 25th Ave NW)
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
More info: www.ballardppatch.org
PhinneyWood Summer Streets
What: This free event opens the city’s largest public space – its streets – so people can walk, bike, roll, run, skip and shop – without having to watch out for cars! Summer Streets is partnering with the Phinney Neighborhood Association and the monthly art walk for some good old fashioned fun.
Where: Greenwood Avenue/Phinney Avenue from N 87th to N 67th Street, in the Phinney and Greenwood neighborhoods
When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
More info: http://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2013/08/07/imagine-the-possibilities-phinne…
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, Dukes and Diva will be performing.
Where: Ballard Locks
When: 2 p.m.
More info: http://www.nws.usace.army.mil/Missions/CivilWorks/LocksandDams/Chittend…
Ballard ArtWalk
What: It's second Saturday, which means Ballard ArtWalk! During the Art Walk, artists open their studios to the public and neighborhood businesses host local art on their wall. The Ballard Art Walk showcases painting, glass art, sculpture, performance, and more, in venues from Leary Way to Shilshole, and as far north as 65th.
Where: Various locations throughout the Ballard neighborhood
When: Saturday, June 8, 6-9 p.m.
More info: Map can be found at http://ballardartwalk.blogspot.com/p/map.html
Ballard ArtWalk website: http://www.ballardartwalk.blogspot.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: 2 p.m. Kids Matinee and 8 p.m.
More info: http://comedysportzseattle.com
Sunday, August 11
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 MachOne Jazz Orchestra will be performing.
Where: Ballard Locks
When: 2 p.m.
More info:
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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