Tens of millions of Americans are living longer than ever before, posing new challenges for older adults, their caregivers, communities, and society’s systems. MT Connolly’s new book, The Measure of Our […]
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Talking about dying has many benefits. One of the most helpful is understanding how to ensure the choices made about your final chapter of life are yours. And when you talk about […]
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Go from “what the heck is this” to “how does it taste so good” in a celebration of misfit vegetables. Maybe you just discovered celery root (a lumpy, softball-sized bulb), at the grocery store. Or perhaps you received watermelon radishes in a CSA package. Did a parsnip catch your eye at the farmers’ market? Even […]
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Can a parliamentary democracy end America's constitutional crisis? It's starting to feel to some people that American elections aren't offering us much choice, instead compounding the continued issues of our outdated voting system and showing our lack of capacity to face common issues together. In Parliamentary America, Maxwell L. Stearns argues that the solution to these complex […]
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Do you ever think of what you eat as being political? Back in 2017, celebrity chef Mario Batali sent out an apology letter for the sexual misconduct allegations made against him […]
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What is it like to grow up as a sociopath? Is it possible to lead a normal, successful life after such an earth-shattering diagnosis? In her memoir, Sociopath, Patric Gagne sheds […]
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Climate change is the defining global environmental justice, human rights and public health issue of the twenty-first century. The most vulnerable populations in the United States and around the world […] |
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In 2018, there was a mass shooting with an AR-15 at a Waffle House. The racially charged act of violence led Dr. Jonathan M. Metzl, a Nashville-based gun policy scholar and […]
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Town Hall’s new Replay Matinee series invites you to come together in our building to enjoy screenings of our greatest hits – during the day! This community program is free […]
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Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Seattle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at […]
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Erratic weather, blistering drought, rising seas, and ecosystem collapse now affect every inch of the globe. Increasingly, we no longer look to stop climate change, choosing instead to adapt to it. […]
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We invite you to join us on Friday, April 12th for Town Hall’s 2024 Gala! As we celebrate Town Hall Seattle’s 25th season — our silver anniversary — we invite the community to step up to the “Silver Soapbox” and celebrate with us. We’re excited to honor Town Hall’s past and present and look toward the future with you! Learn more about the evening here!
$350
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Join us for Scratch Night featuring the work-in-progress of our Artist-in-Residence Maia Brown! In collaboration with Brivele bandmate, Stefanie Brendler, Maia is crafting an intimate evening that dives deep into the Yiddish archives of anti-fascist poetry and song, offering a glimpse into their creative process. Maia Brown, a visual artist, Yiddish musician, and educator, brings a rich […] |
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"War and Peace" Paul Hindemith - Mathis der Maler Aaron Copland - An Outdoor Overture Joseph Haydn - Symphony No. 103 ("Drumroll") Featuring music from the 1930s and the 1790s, Thalia Symphony Orchestra's April concert asks the question: what is the role of the artist in times of political turmoil and social upheaval?
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Immerse yourself in an enchanting musical experience as this concert unfolds, presenting a diverse musical tapestry. The performance commences with Reena Esmail's evocative Teen Murti, a fusion of Eastern and Western musical elements that delicately intertwine, resonating with emotional depth and cultural richness. Ruth Gipps' Wind Sinfonietta follows, a dynamic showcase of wind instruments that paints a vivid […]
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Renegade ecological economist, Kate Raworth implores us to look at economic theory that is inclusive of 21st century realities. The author of the best-selling book Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think like a 21st Century Economist will join remotely for a talk asking to consider putting these economic principles in place to better our communities, cities, businesses, and educators. Registration opens March 13, 2024. 
Hear from UW students about their research on heart disease, mysterious tree gas, and mental health in an app.
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In April 2020, when the world was in the early months of COVID-19, you may remember the televised concert that Lady Gaga hosted called “One World: Together At Home.” This star-studded show was put together by Global Citizen, an international social justice organization that used the program to promote and support healthcare workers and the World […]
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Can you think of occasions where you wanted to say something, but couldn't? Perhaps you stopped yourself out of fear, or due to outside pressures. Having a seat at the table doesn’t necessarily mean that your voice is welcome. A new book is aiming to examine the influence of silence and offer ways that we can […]
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Can you find lifelong love with an AARP card in your wallet? Dori (72) and Mack (69) did, and they’ve got a lot to say on the subject! Join them for a candid chat where they dish on discovering love later in life. Balancing time for each other, family, friends, and furry companions? Yep. Talking […]
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How does ordinary life materialize out of an extraordinary cosmos? If our planet is constantly ripping through space at 150 miles per second, why do we feel so still until we pick up enough speed and wind driving down the highway? Where do the complexities of things like the Higgs Boson and quantum field theory […]
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Layering traditional Hindu kirtan with instantly accessible melodies and modern instrumentation, Krishna Das has been called yoga's "rock star." With a remarkably soulful voice that touches the deepest chord in even the most casual listener, Krishna Das — known to friends, family, and fans as simply KD — has taken call-and-response chanting out of yoga […]
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Technology pioneers like Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft (to name a few) are woven into the fabric of Seattle’s economy. Yet, on a day-to-day basis, how much do you think about what these techno giants mean for the future of our world? With such enormous amounts of influence and money, how are these powers shaping our world […]
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Pallett Band is the alternative voice of Iran’s current generation; a mix of contemporary and classical Persian poetry; a dialog between today’s social issues and their cultural heritage. All of these elements combined, create the colorful world of Pallett. The band is comprised of three classically trained musicians who are not bound by the conventional principles […]
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Experience the joy of music at Town Hall Seattle’s Saturday Family Concerts, where captivating performances and interactive musical adventures create cherished memories for all ages! Join us for a lively Saturday Family Concert, featuring the captivating rhythms and melodies of the Seattle Steel Pan Project (SSPP). With over 30 years of dedication to steelpan education […]
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Reza Vali Folk Songs: Set No. 8 Folk Songs: Set No. 10 Shoorafkand, Calligraphy No. 20 Janna Baty, mezzo soprano Hamid Taghavi, santur Geoffrey Larson, conductor
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Hear from UW students about their research on the tiny cell protectors of your brain, microbes that live in your gut, and the next generation of clean energy technology.
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Celebrate Earth Day with Town Hall and Freeway Park Association! We'll participate in spring gardening tasks (like mulching) with tools and guidance from Seattle Parks. The activities we do to […] 
In the early 1970s, scientist George Divoky discovered a small seabird colony on Cooper Island, off northern Alaska. He has studied it annually since then. Providing additional nest sites allowed […] 
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your cooking game. Embark on a culinary journey with Seriously, So Good, featuring recipes crafted with love by Carissa Stanton, the creative […]
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There is a well-known saying, “The only constant in life is change.” Yet, when it comes to higher education, particularly in some areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), it […] 
Growing up in Columbus, Ohio, in the 1990s, Hanif Abdurraqib witnessed a golden era of basketball, one in which legends like LeBron James were forged and countless others weren’t. In […]
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Spanning thirty years, from Cambridge, Massachusetts, to Venice Beach, California, and lands in between and far beyond, Gabrielle Zevin’s Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow examines the multifarious nature of identity, disability, failure, […]
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When it comes to our own mortality, one big thing that we all share is that we absolutely have to face it and most of us have no idea how to begin. Through her work as a death doula, Alua Arthur has honed the skills to aid others in navigating these uncertain seas- from the many […] |
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Join YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish and Town Hall Seattle for an afternoon discussion about the past, present, and future of social justice activism on a local, national and international scale. This virtual event is FREE but registration is required. Hear from keynote speaker Elmer Dixon (Activist and Co-Founder of the Seattle Chapter of […]
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The very fact of being human makes us vulnerable to pandemics, but it also gives us the power to save ourselves. The COVID-19 pandemic most likely won't be our last—that is the uncomfortable but all-too-timely message of Sabrina Sholts’ new book, The Human Disease. Traveling through history and around the globe to examine how and why […]
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All humans intend to make choices and decisions that obey the virtues of accuracy and fairness. Psychological research from the last fifty years has challenged the possibility that we, in fact, do so. Specifically, we now know that our actions are often inconsistent with our values and obstruct the very goals we strive for in our […] 
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Seattle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at Town Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
$30 – $65
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Seattle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at Town Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
$30 – $65
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Comedian and five-time GRAMMY and EMMY nominee, Margaret Cho will joins UW Lectures for a moderated discussion about her career highs and lows as well as share her thoughts about activism in the current political climate. 
In these digital times, can a contemporary dramatist still "catch the conscience of the king?" Join Playwright and SCT Artistic Director Idris Goodwin as he moderates a conversation between Tony Award-winning dramatist Robert Schenkkan and director and translator Ana María Campoy about craft and the role of the dramatist in times of political tension.
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Join the Seattle Chamber of Commerce on May 2 for a live podcast with the hosts of Identity Unboxed, Tiana Cole and Brad Blackburn, for an engaging conversation with the Director of the Washington State Office of Equity, Megan Matthews. We'll dive into each of their personal stories and hear how mentorship and representation has […]
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Our Hollowness Sings by Ruth Dickey explores human brokenness, navigating themes of loss, grief, and the quest for healing. Through seasons of profound absence, particularly the loss of her mother, Dickey crafts a poetic journey tethered to the earth, transforming grief into affirmations and blessings. The collection celebrates the human spirit's resilience, offering striking insights into […]
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Orquesta Northwest presenta Ballard Civic Orchestra su segundo concierto del año 2024. Music of the Americas: Hearts and Homes, Celebrando la Primavera Festejamos la primavera llegando a nuestras raíces culturales y musicales más profundas. Por la parte española tendremos la Fantasía para un Gentil Hombre del compositor español Joaquin Rodrigo, pieza musical para orquesta y […] |
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Get Ready for a Soulful Revival with The Campbell Brothers! On May 4, The Great Hall will come alive with the electrifying sounds of The Campbell Brothers. Hailed as masters of sacred steel, this band brings fresh and soulful energy to their performances. Immerse yourself in their mesmerizing fusion of African-American gospel, blues, and steel […]
$20 – $25
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