Dynamic dishes, rich backgrounds, and a legacy of flavor are all on the menu in Marisel Salazar’s debut cookbook Latin-ish: More Than 100 Recipes Celebrating American Latino Cuisines. Building on her heritage […]
In his new book, Decade of Disunion, Robert W. Merry explores the critical lessons from the 1850s when the United States faced a growing crisis over slavery. The Mexican War's vast […]
Have you ever thought about music not just as entertaining, but as something healing? Research suggests that the benefits of music can go beyond just jamming to catchy tunes. Neuroscientist […]
With tech giants such as Microsoft and Amazon, Seattle will be instrumental in the future of data and its effects on society. What are the long-term consequences of humanity’s recent […]
Jesmyn Ward, the two-time National Book Award winner, has returned with a new novel about an enslaved girl in the years before the Civil War. Let Us Descend, an Oprah's Book Club […]
What is Indian food in America? The country's identity as a melting pot makes for a diverse tapestry of flavors, but that doesn't always equate to easily being able to […]
We’re all feeling sticker shock when we go out to eat. Join Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano and panel of local restaurateurs to discuss the challenges of the industry and what lies ahead. Guest panelists: Ethan Stowell (Tavolàta, How to Cook a Wolf, Victor Tavern, and more) Kristi Brown (Communion) Rachel Yang (Joule, Revel, […]
As we head into the 2024 election, how do we make sense of rumors around voting? What is keeping our elections safe and accurate? How are local communities working to inform voters and protect elections and information integrity? Join KNKX, KUOW, and the University of Washington’s Center for an Informed Public (CIP) for Stand with […]
Isabel Wilkerson is the author of the critically acclaimed, New York Times bestsellers The Warmth of Other Suns, and Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents. Proceeds will support Homestead’s work to create housing justice in King County. Wilkerson won the Pulitzer Prize for her deeply humane narrative writing while serving as Chicago Bureau Chief of The New York Times […]
Sequim––a quiet, coastal community just a couple hours away from Seattle––may seem like an unlikely microcosm for the rise of far-right politics. And yet, political journalist Sasha Abramsky has closely followed small-town communities, including Sequim, and argues that places like these have directly influenced current national politics. How could small-town USA be so instrumental in […]
Join Orquesta Northwest, the Mexican Consulate in Seattle, and Town Hall Seattle for an unforgettable evening! Together, we will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and El Grito, immersing ourselves in a musical experience that will transport you throughout Latin America. From the most moving melodies of Alex Rose on the piano to the powerful voice of […]
Join Award-winning local playwright Duane Kelly in discussion about his newest play Abacus, premiering this Sept. 19-28 at West of Lenin Theatre in Seattle. Abacus tells the story of a synthetic replicant of […]
Imagine a world in which Gen Xers, millennials, and boomers interact with young people in ways that leave them feeling inspired, enthusiastic, and ready to contribute—rather than disengaged, outraged, or […]
Democracy in a Hotter Time calls for reforming democratic institutions as a prerequisite for avoiding climate chaos and adapting governance to how Earth works as a physical system. To survive in the “long emergency” ahead, the book suggests ways to reform and strengthen democratic institutions, making them assets rather than liabilities. Edited by David W. Orr, […]
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 Video Games […]
Celebrate Native art and culture with Eighth Generation's Inspired Natives Artists. The event will begin with a pop-up market featuring Native American vendors and delicious food available for purchase, followed by […]
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 Rings and Dragons at Town Hall Seattle under the gentle glow of candlelight.
In February 2024, the 17th edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival took place in the Pink City of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Now you can experience the energy of the Jaipur Festival as it makes its debut in Seattle this year. Spanning over two days, with presentations from literary greats, food vendors, and artists, this literary festival […]
In February 2024, the 17th edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival took place in the Pink City of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Now you can experience the energy of the Jaipur Festival as it makes its debut in Seattle this year. Spanning over two days, with presentations from literary greats, food vendors, and artists, this literary festival […]
In February 2024, the 17th edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival took place in the Pink City of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Now you can experience the energy of the Jaipur Festival as it makes its debut in Seattle this year. Spanning over two days, with presentations from literary greats, food vendors, and artists, this literary festival […]
How were you raised to think about mental health? As the daughter of immigrants, Sahaj Kaur Kohli grew up understanding what it means to straddle multiple cultures at once. She wrestled with questions like what it meant to forge one's path, establishing personal values while embracing one's origins; if prioritizing mental health meant a rejection […]
Whether it’s staying up late in front of the screens or waking up before dawn for that early morning flight – it’s easy to tell when something big has thrown off our routines. But what about the little things that add up over the course of a day, a week, or our lives overall? How […]
In a sharp, witty, and definitive memoir like no other, iconic trailblazer and legendary journalist Connie Chung delves into her storied career as the first Asian woman to break into an overwhelmingly white, male-dominated television news industry. All tickets, with the exception of a limited number of Pay What You Can tickets, include a copy […]
Music for Mushrooms is a narrative documentary highlighting the personal journey of shamanistic musician and filmmaker East Forest (Krishna-Trevor Oswalt) – a collaborator of the late Ram Dass – whose bold experiments pair music with guided psychedelic experiences to create spaces of healing for a fractured world. The film captures East Forest as he discovers […]
Edward Burns is known for his work as an actor and filmmaker, and now he’s debuting his novel-writing skills in A Kid from Marlboro Road. Set in the 1970s, his novel follows an Irish-American family living on Long Island––elements inspired by Burns’s own childhood. This coming-of-age tale explores the impacts of family history, the growing independence […]
Bob Bauer, a leading legal adviser to the National Democratic Party offers reflections on American politics, drawing from his 46-year career in his new book, The Unraveling. Exploring the erosion of […]
What connects Seattle with Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, and Kenny G? How about the Melvins, Sleater-Kinney, and Foo Fighters? And Sir Mix-a-Lot, Macklemore, and Travis Thompson? If you don’t know, KEXP DJ and musician Eva Walker and music writer Jake Uitti can tell you. Walker and Uitti have created a timeline of Seattle’s music evolution […]
Get ready for a night of singing fun at our Chappell Roan themed Crowdsource Choir event! Whether you’re rocking your Femininominon best or just coming as you are, everyone’s welcome to show up and harmonize. Throw on some Pink Pony Club flair and get Hot To Go. We’ll be singing together and celebrating the bold, playful spirit of Chappell Roan's music. Come […]
Written after two years of artistic silence, during which the world came to a halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Minneapolis became the epicenter of protest following the murder of George Floyd, Bluff is Danez Smith’s powerful reckoning with their role and responsibility as a poet and with their hometown of the Twin Cities. Bluff is a […]
Bring on the big band and funk it up with Seattle's favorite street band, Neon Brass Party! With a focus on creating space for individuality and amplifying joy throughout the community, Neon Brass Party makes any location party central. Their music stylings range from Latin, to funk, to hip hop, and they're sure to get […]
Experience Sleeping Beauty like never before in this dazzling dance and light show. Classical ballet and modern technology combine to create an artistic masterpiece where exquisite dancers light up the stage with glittering routines and glow-in-the-dark costumes. The timeless tale of the cursed princess awakened by her true love’s kiss comes to life in stunning […]
Join Sandbox Radio for a fresh, locally grown episode filled with all the things you love about the program. Featuring: Writing by Scot Augustson, Elizabeth Heffron, and Maggie Lee Music direction and original music by Angie Louise and the Sandbox Radio Orchestra Musical guests THE LOVE MARKETS and THE SIRENS OF SWING All your favorite Sandbox Radio […]
Professor of Political Science Paul Pierson, discusses his new book Partisan Nation. Co-authored with Eric Schickler, this book explores the roots of America's democratic crisis, highlighting how the mismatch between the […]
If there is one thing on our collective minds these days, it is the issue of politics. But for all the interest it piques, much of it remains a mystery […]
Note: There will be a live screening of the Vice Presidential debate pre-event at 6 pm. A single Seattle City Council seat is up for grabs this year – citywide […]
Join us for a moderated conversation between Senior Fellow for Public Practice at Braver Angels and author of I Never Thought of it That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times, Mónica Guzmán and writer, broadcaster, and interviewer, Steve Scher. Let’s learn together how to remain curious and courageous during our upcoming […]
Ignite Seattle is the largest open submission public speaking event in the Pacific Northwest. Three to four times a year, one of the greatest audiences in the world gathers to hear interesting people tell interesting stories. Each speaker gets 20 slides, for 15 seconds each, to share a passion for 5 minutes – it’s an […]
How many colors could there really be? Turns out, truly so many – and they serve far more functions than just splashing on an accent wall to give the room […]
Can you see the shape of your soul in the everchanging clouds? Your personal salvation in the giant expanse of sky? For the ensemble cast of characters that make up the prairie community at the heart of The Mighty Red, existential questions are constantly close to the surface. In her newest novel, author Louise Erdrich immerses […]
10 SPEAKERS, 10 MINUTES, 10 SLIDES The Green Building Slam. A simple idea, started years ago, has transformed into one of the most fun and inspirational green building events of the year. Learn about 10 innovative, sustainable, high-performance “green” buildings that push the envelope in our built environment. Projects range from residential to multi-family to […]
In Silicon Valley Imperialism, Erin McElroy examines the gentrification, racial dispossession, and economic exploitation that fueled Silicon Valley's development in the San Francisco Bay Area, and how this approach has spread […]