Tribute to the Spirit - Little Big Band
The Burke Museum provides this opportunity to experience Native American story telling, music and dance. Over seven First Nations will be represented in this evening are coming together to commemorate the end of the 100th year anniversary of the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition. Cost is $20 and available here.
Fri, Nov 20, 7:30pm
Meany Hall on the UW campus, U District, Seattle
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--Erin Russell, Sales Coordinator
Walkable: capable of or suitable for being walked
In Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary.

Or, as defined by Christopher Leinberger, a Land-use Strategist at the Brooking Institution in an NPR interview, "It's where you can get your daily needs met within walking distance. More...

The Stranger's 7th Annual Genius Awards
Each year, the Stranger recognizes artists and art organizations chosen by the papers editors. This year they are recognizing: Jeffry Mitchell (art), Zia Mohajerjasbi (film), Stacy Levine (literature), The Cody Rivers Show (theater), and Pacific Northwest Ballet (organization). This is the opportunity to celebrate these artists and art in general with music and drink.
Fri, Nov 13, 9pm
Moore Theater 1932 2nd Ave, Downtown Seattle

Green Kirkland - Arbor/Climate Action Day
Bring your shears, clippers, shovels and gloves to help clean up Cotton Hill Park. Energy and community spirit are strongly advised!
Sat, Nov 14, 9-12pm
Cotton Hill Park 110th Ave NE & NE 98th St, Kirkland
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-Erin Russell, Chinook Book Sales Coordinator

The fall leaves in the Cascades are one of my favorite things about this time of year. I made a point to plan a fall hike just to take in the reds, oranges and yellows that splatter the green mountains before falling for the winter. But, you are probably asking yourself, what do donuts have to do with this? Well what else are you going to fuel yourself with before a hike?! More...

--Erin Russell, Chinook Book Sales Coordinator

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays because it's all about the gathering of great people and amazing food.  This year I have pledged with the Cascade Harvest Coalition's Eat Local for Thanksgiving campaign and need to take a look at my options for having an unforgettable meal!

Ballard Farmers Market: I love buying produce at the Ballard Farmers Market because it feels like an adventure to see who has what local produce and products.  I plan on purchasing some local cheese at the Ballard Farmerís Market to use as an appetizer on Thanksgiving. Search ecometro.com to find the closest farmers market to you. More...

BAM-O-WEEN! - Free Family Day
The Bellevue Art Museum is offering free admission to the galleries as well as Halloween art activities, scavenger hunt and shadow puppets in the auditorium.
Sat, Oct 31, 1-4pm
Bellevue Art Museum, 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue

Halloween at the Symphony
A Halloween-filled day at Benaroya Hall. The Seattle Symphony is putting on two, 35 minute performances for little ghosts and goblins. Later that evening, Alfred Hitchcock's film "Psycho" will be shown with the Seattle Symphony playing as a live soundtrack. Cost varies.
Sat, Oct 31, Kids: 10am & 11am, Pyscho: 8pm
200 University St, Downtown, Seattle

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Six years after plans were laid to open a new Whole Foods on 15th St that would service Ballard, Magnolia and Downtown commuters and residents, Interbay Whole Foods opened its doors to the public for a pre-Grand Opening gala on October 12, 2009 that was attended by over 1000 people. Not yet open for business, the new store had its wares on display, fully-stocked shelves providing an ornamental backdrop to the main attraction: the food. Proving Whole Foods' signature ability to tempt at every turn, premium hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine were served throughout the aisles. More...

Green Eats Week
This week was designate by Find the local cafes and eateries that are setting the trend for customer composting and recyclable/compostable service ware. Green Eats Week is organized by Seattle Public Utilities Food + Compostables and you can receive coupons from Cedar Grove Composting when you visit the merchants during this week. Favorites such as Caffe Vita, Cupcake Royale and Molly Moon's are just a few of the participants.
Through Oct 28, Various locations - Seattle

350 - International Day of Climate Action
October 24th is the International Day of Climate Action and that number of 350 is the parts per million (ppm) of carbon dioxide that scientists and climate experts feel is a safe upper limit for our atmosphere and are currently at 385.92 ppm. Lots of activities at the Seattle Center, click above to find details or events in your area and for more information about climate change.
Oct 24, 2-5pm
Seattle Center - Lower Queen Anne, Seattle
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Whim W'Him Launch Party
The Pacific Northwest Ballet's principal dancer, Olivier Wevers, unveils his new dance troupe, Whim W'Him.
Fri, Oct 16, 8pm
Sole Repair Shop, 1001 E Pike St, Capitol Hill, Seattle

Duwamish Alive!
Seattle's "hometown river" needs your help. Come out and help with maintenance and clean-up at one of nine restoration sites to help improve habitat for fish and wildlife.
Sat, Oct 17
Please check Duwamish Alive! for locations and time

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EcoLavish
Some of Seattle's most established and new to the scene eco-friendly designers will be showing at the EcoLavish fashion show. Back for it's second go around, EcoLavish introduces the eco-conscious and fashion conscious to the world of green design. Tickets are $25-$50 and can be found at the HalfPastLavish website. 
Oct 9, 7-10pm, The Engine Room at Georgetown Studios, 5890 Airport Way S - Georgetown, Seattle

Ballard Corners Grand Opening
Organizers have invited Seattle Parks Superintendent Tim Gallagher, State Senator Jeanne Kohl-Welles, and King County Councilmember Larry Phillips to speak. Veraci Pizza is bringing their oven and will be making free pizzas for everyone. Groundswell NW will also be there to celebrate their 20th year of creating parks and open space in Ballard.
Oct 10, 11am, 17th Ave NW & NW 63rd St - Ballard, Seattle

Seattle Mobile Chowdown   
The best and finest of Seattle's street food vendors are gathering in one spot for only four hours. Some of the dozen of vendors are Skillet with their grass-fed beef and local Macrina Bakery rolls, as well as Parfait's organic ice cream. If you are a foodie, this is not to be missed!
Oct 10, 11-3pm, 1616 W Bertona - Interbay, Seattle

Eat Local Now!  
Tickets are going fast for this event! Sustainable West Seattle, BALLE Seattle and West Seattle CoolMoms are organizing this fundraising dinner for Eat Local Now, an organization that promotes the importance of locally grow food in our communities.
Oct 11, 5-10pm, 4736 40th Ave SW - West Seattle

NEW Whole Foods Grand Opening   
The newest addition to the  family opens in Interbay.
Oct 13, 7am, 2001 15th Ave W - Interbay, Seattle More...