2014 Seattle Iranian Festival and "Hour of Code" at the Seattle Center - Saturday, June 28th 2014 from 12-7pm

Go and check out all things Iranian at this festival and also learn about coding during the "Hour of Code" which was founded locally by an Iranian-American!

For more info. go here.

The Seattle Public Library presents "Young and Talented: Slavic Artists" - A singer, violinist and pianist will perform classical music at the Central Branch in Seattle - Saturday, Septemer 21st 2013 from 2-3:30pm

This sounds like it will be a beautiful performance!

" Enjoy rising stars in the local Slavic music scene as they perform classical masterpieces.

Maria-Viktoria Kovalsky is the winner of several young talent competitions, including the Talent Show in Seattle. She will sing several songs, including:
- "Ave Maria" by Franz Schubert
- "Ave Maria" by Bach/Gounod
- one of Cherubino’s arias from Mozart’s "Marriage of Figaro"
- "The Lark" by Mikhail Glinka

Afterward, Pavel Khiminets will play selected tunes on his violin.

Sergei Posrednikov, pianist for local band Feral Children, will also perform music by Sergei Rachmaninov and Frédéric Chopin.

This event will be presented in both English & Russian. "


For more info. go here.

Eric Ode & Erik Brooks performance at Secret Garden Books in Seattle - Thursday, April 11th 2013 at 7pm

 
Book meets poetry meets art meets music = fun!

" In these coastal poems for kids, children meet sea lions, starfish, jellyfish, and other animals in the ocean, and dream about sandcastles and other beach activities. This fun, lyrical children's poetry collection by award-winning children's singer and songwriter Eric Ode features lively illustrations by Washington State Book Award recipient Erik Brooks. 

We are happy to present both author and illustrator together, in a fun event with music! "


For more info. go here.

2 performances - Eric Ode at Crossroads Mall at 3:30 and Caspar Babypants and Kate Endle at Mockingbird Books at 6:30pm - Today, Tuesday, June 26th 2012!

If you are in the area today, head to Crossroads Mall for a fun Eric Ode performance with puppets and more or check out the Caspar show later tonight at Mockingbird Books!

Raccoon Tunes and Possum Tales by Eric Ode - Summer Reading Series concert at Crossroads Mall at 3:30pm

" As you are crawling into bed, other critters in the neighborhood are just beginning to stir. Join this children's author and award-winning songwriter and his trash can dwelling buddy, Nelson Raccoon, for a high-participation nighttime celebration featuring puppets and poetry, songs and silliness. "

For more info. go here.


Caspar Babypants and Kate Endle stories and songs performance at Mockingbird Books in Seattle at 6:30pm

" Kate and Caspar, (aka Chris Bellow from the Presidents of the United States of America,) will join us to celebrate their newest book, Augie to Zebra: An Alphabet Book. One of the more colorful and most rockin' teams in childrens books, they are also the authors of My Woodland Wish and Bunny Rabbit in the Sunlight. Join us for an unforgettable book reading in the Great Hall above Mockingbird Books! (Look out for his new album, Hot Dog! coming out on April 17th) "



For more info. go here.

Free Noontime Recital at Daniels Recital Hall in Seattle - Thursday, December 1st from 12-1pm - A Christmas Jubilee Concert with a Silent Movie!

A Noontime Christmas Jubilee with Silent Movie! What fun!


Free Noontime Christmas Concert (1 of 2) being held in December. Join Janiel Miller (Soprano), Emmeran Pokorny (Violin), Mark Andersen (Organ, Piano) and Lynn Andersen (Solo English Handbells) as the celebrate the Music of Christmas with the Silent Movie, "The Original Santa Claus"!

For more info. go here and click on the calendar tab!

"Magic in the Market" at Pike Place Market in Seattle - Saturday, November 26th from 1-5pm

Pike Place Market presents "Magic at the Market"!

Santa will be under the Market clock in front of the Market's vintage farmtruck for Holiday Photos. Make sure to bring your camera!  He will be available for photos from 1-5pm.

In addition to the Market buskers, the Dickens Carolers will sing as they stroll the Market in their Victorian attire in the mid-afternoon. They'll be located under the Market clock at 4:30pm.

The annual holiday lighting at the Market will happen at 5pm. You can watch from under the clock at 5pm as the lights along the buildings and on the large tree are turned on for the season.

The lights really make the Market become even more alive...if that is possible! Enjoy!


For more info. go here.

Winterfest at Seattle Center - Friday, November 25th through December 31st - All Free except ice skating which is "Less than a Latte" for kids and close to it for adults!

Winterfest is here!! Yay! Check out all the free things you can do this holiday season at the Seattle Center! 

" WINTERFEST EVENTS, PERFORMANCES AND ACTIVITIES:

Dicken’s Carolers

Nov. 25 – Dec. 23, Varied

Seattle Center Campus, FREE

Website: dickenscarolers.com

Adorned in elegant Victorian dress, each a cappella quartet consists of two ladies in luxurious velvet and two gentlemen wearing handsome tailcoats and top hats. Your holiday favorites, both traditional and contemporary, are sung in beautiful four-part harmony.

Winter Train and Village

Nov. 25 – Dec. 29, 10am – 6pm

Center House, FREE

A Winterfest crowd favorite, a turn-of- the-century village and train. Members of the public can take a turn at driving the miniature locomotive between 10:30am – 12 noon, 1pm – 2:30pm and 3:30pm – 5:30pm daily. Read the posted Centerville News to catch up on what's happening in town. Suggested donation $2. Cash only.  Special hours: Dec. 24 closes 4pm, Dec. 25 closed.

Winterfest Ice Rink

Nov. 25 – Jan. 1, 2012

Sunday – Thursday, 11am – 8pm

Friday – Saturday, 11am – 10pm

Fisher Pavilion, Prices Vary

Glide into the season with the greatest of ease. For novice or Olympiad ice skaters, the Winterfest Ice Rink offers fun for all. Admission: $7 for adults, $5 for children ages 6– 12, $2 children ages 5 and under. Admission fee includes skate rental. Cash only.  Admission is free only to patrons wanting to watch and not ice skate. Special hours: Dec. 24 closes 4pm, Dec. 25 closed, Dec. 31 closes at 11:30pm

Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestra & Winterfest Opening Ceremony

Friday, Nov. 25, 12:30pm

Center House, FREE

Website: syso.org

Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestra, one of the nation’s largest and most noteworthy youth orchestras, performs for the traditional opening of Seattle Center Winterfest with a selection of seasonal works sure to engage and inspire!

Ice Sculpting

Saturdays, Nov. 26; Dec. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 12 noon – 2pm

Outside of Fisher Pavilion, FREE

Artistry and ice unite in a glorious and temporal expression of the season. Watch internationally acclaimed, award– winning artists at work as they create seasonal sculptures - or stop by later to see the glistening result. Each Saturday, an ice master carves a different design.

Black Nativity’s Total Experience Gospel Choir
Saturday, Nov. 26, 12:30pm
Center House, FREE

Website: totalexperiencegospelchoir.org

Embracing a celebration of faith, generosity of spirit and infectious joy of a rousing gospel songfest, Black Nativity brings together diverse performers under the direction of the majestic Pastor Patrinell Wright. The ensemble sings, shouts, soars and stomps with the sounds of gospel, opera, jazz and blues.

Garfield High School Jazz Band

Sunday, Nov. 27, 12:30pm

Center House, FREE

Website: www.garfieldjazz.org

A Winterfest sensation returns! Enjoy the seasonal sounds of the acclaimed and esteemed Garfield High School Jazz Band, led by the great Clarence Acox.

Student Showcase Series
Nov. 28 – Dec. 29, Varied

Center House, FREE

Seattle Center Student Showcases provide entertainment as part of our seasonal events, and they also offer public and private schools and youth performance groups the opportunity to share their artistic accomplishments with family, friends and the public.  Click here for a complete schedule.

 
Menorah Lighting Ceremony
Wednesday, Dec. 21, 6pm – 7pm

Center House, FREE

A Menorah will be lit in observance of the second day of Chanukah in Center House.

Matt Baker Comedy Stunt Show

Saturday, Dec. 24, 12:30pm

Center House, FREE
Website: comedystuntshow.com

After appearances on Last Comic Standing and America’s Got Talent, Matt Baker brings his award– winning show to Seattle Center. Voted Seattle’s Funniest Alternative Comic, Matt combines comedy with physical stunts, juggling and hilarity.

 
New Year's Eve Celebration with The Rhythm Nation

Saturday, Dec. 31, 8pm – 11:45pm

Center House, FREE

Website: therhythmnation.net

Ring in the New Year and dance the night away with The Rhythm Nation, the Pacific Northwest’s premier party band featuring exceptional vocalists plus dynamic rhythm sections. Utilizing a diverse musical mix that includes current hits plus popular dance, R&B, rock and old school from the ‘70s through the ‘90s, The Rhythm Nation delivers high energy and the ultimate entertainment experience.

FREE WI-Fi available at Seattle Center

Connect to the sights, sounds and spirit of the season at Seattle Center Winterfest presented by KOMO 4 TV, five weeks of FREE and affordable, fun-filled activities and entertainment, Nov. 25 – Dec. 31. Visit Center House – displaying its winter finest - or explore the enchanting Winter Train and Village. The Ice Rink returns, along with ice sculpting, student showcases and more. Seattle Center Winterfest is part of Holidays in the City and is sponsored by the City of Seattle, Seattle Center Foundation and KOMO 4 TV. "

What fun!!


For more info. go here.

Local Singer Nancy Stewart presents "Hello House" Wednesday, April 6th - 10:30am at Kenmore Library (+ addt'l locations/dates)

"Hello House" presented by local Northwest singer/songwriter Nancy Stewart. She sings about ways of being safe and going green in your home. For ages 3 and up.

Wednesday, April 6th
10:30 AM
Kenmore Library
http://eventinfo.kcls.org/evanced/lib/eventcalendar.asp?ag=&et=&list&cn=0&private=0&ln=17


Additional date info:

http://www.kcls.org//events/


Kenmore Library, Wednesday, April 6, 10:30am
Renton Highlands Library, Wednesday, April 20, 7pm
Bellevue Library, Saturday, April 23, 10:30am

Free Jazz Event - Rochelle House at Barnes & Noble, University Village - Saturday, April 2, 2:00pm

Want to expose your kids to Jazz in a relaxed setting and still get out of the house? Check out local jazz vocalist Rochelle House for a live performance at Barnes and Noble at University Village this Saturday, April 2nd at 2:00pm.     

It's free for all ages.


From their website:

Jazz Up Your Afternoon

Musical Performance
Join local jazz vocalist, composer and recording artist Rochelle House for an afternoon of special musical selections. A perfect way to spend a Saturday afternoon. Hope to see you here!

Saturday April 02, 2011 2:00 PM

University VillageUniversity Village SC, 2675 NE University Village Street, Seattle, WA 98105, 206-517-4107

http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/event/3090353

http://www.seattleweekly.com/events/rochelle-house-1261504/