Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
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6 events,
Join us at the Reuben’s Brews Ballard Taproom for a casual Commander night with Wizards of the Coast. All skill levels welcome, friendly competition encouraged, great beer absolutely guaranteed! Bring a deck and a friend, or make some new ones here 🍻 Free Booster Pack to the first 10 players who take a picture of […]
Free
Every Monday! All Ages! Win Prizes! At Cloudburst on Shilshole!
Free
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Come close your weekend right with a relaxing drink and some quality quiet time with your latest read at The Ink Drinker Sunday from 6 pm to 8 pm. We have cocktails, non-alcoholic creations, wine, beer and cider on tap as well as appetizers, entrées, and desserts.
Free
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2 events,Cozy Craft Time! Bring something you’d like to work on and co-craft with us every Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. Join other crafters for a no-pressure environment to work on something you love, meet some new friends who craft and be amazed by the things they're working on.
Free
Get ready to put your knowledge to the test! Join us for Trivia Night. EVERY TUESDAY Doors open at 6 PM to 8 PM |
4 events,Bring your favorite handheld video games and cozy board games every Wednesday to trade items and monsters, share your new favorite games and make friends to play online with. Or if you’re not feeling social — enjoy some lo-fi video game soundtracks and a cozy cup of tea while you play solo.
Free
Think you’ve got the answers? We’ll see! Grab a pint, grab your crew, and battle it out for bragging rights (and prizes). Join us every Wednesday for Trivia Night at Reuben's Brews taprooms! It’s your mid-week brain refresh with a friendly competitive streak. Our trivia hosts keep the pace quick and the categories wide—music, movies, […]
Free
Face off against your Ballard neighbors every Wednesday at 7pm with our new Beer Hall Trivia! The game is hosted by local legend, Ian, with five rounds, including a music round. The entry is $5 per person to play with cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place teams. Grab your crew and come eat, drink, […]
$5
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4 events,
On the First Thursday of every month, general admission to the National Nordic Museum is free! When selecting First Thursday tickets, your complimentary discount will be applied at checkout. Reserve your tickets in advance online and make sure to stop by the Admissions Desk to check in for First Thursday. Walk-ins welcome! *Access to special […]
Free
Weekly community gathering to work on yarn & thread crafts together at Cardoon. Bring your knitting project, grab a coffee / treat, and come be creative together!
Free
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You're that friend who starts belting out the song two seconds in?! This night is for you! Come Name That Tune in our new event series hosted by one of the premier Seattle Drag Queens, Miss Texas! She hosts every first and third Thursday of the month.Face-off against the competition in this King or Queen […]
Free
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2 events,
Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
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Come close your weekend right with a relaxing drink and some quality quiet time with your latest read at The Ink Drinker Sunday from 6 pm to 8 pm. We have comfy chairs, cocktails, non-alcoholic creations, wine, beer and cider on tap as well as appetizers, entrées, and desserts.
Free
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6 events,
Join us at the Reuben’s Brews Ballard Taproom for a casual Commander night with Wizards of the Coast. All skill levels welcome, friendly competition encouraged, great beer absolutely guaranteed! Bring a deck and a friend, or make some new ones here 🍻 Free Booster Pack to the first 10 players who take a picture of […]
Free
Calling all writers & poets — join us for open mic prose, poetry, rants, songs, and whatever else you’d like to share with us. We’re bringing you a series of open mics the first Monday of every month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. We have a guitar for songwriters but welcome other forms of art. […]
Free
Every Monday! All Ages! Win Prizes! At Cloudburst on Shilshole!
Free
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2 events,Cozy Craft Time! Bring something you’d like to work on and co-craft with us every Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. Join other crafters for a no-pressure environment to work on something you love, meet some new friends who craft and be amazed by the things they're working on.
Free
Get ready to put your knowledge to the test! Join us for Trivia Night. EVERY TUESDAY Doors open at 6 PM to 8 PM |
4 events,Bring your favorite handheld video games and cozy board games every Wednesday to trade items and monsters, share your new favorite games and make friends to play online with. Or if you’re not feeling social — enjoy some lo-fi video game soundtracks and a cozy cup of tea while you play solo.
Free
Think you’ve got the answers? We’ll see! Grab a pint, grab your crew, and battle it out for bragging rights (and prizes). Join us every Wednesday for Trivia Night at Reuben's Brews taprooms! It’s your mid-week brain refresh with a friendly competitive streak. Our trivia hosts keep the pace quick and the categories wide—music, movies, […]
Free
Face off against your Ballard neighbors every Wednesday at 7pm with our new Beer Hall Trivia! The game is hosted by local legend, Ian, with five rounds, including a music round. The entry is $5 per person to play with cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place teams. Grab your crew and come eat, drink, […]
$5
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3 events,
Weekly community gathering to work on yarn & thread crafts together at Cardoon. Bring your knitting project, grab a coffee / treat, and come be creative together!
Free
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Learn how to hand embroider your tote bag with vegetable designs perfect for summer farmers market trips. Join fiber artist and author Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ for a 2-hour hands on embroidery workshop. This class will help you get started with hand embroidery and cover beginner-friendly embroidery stitches like the long and short satin stitch, […]
$60.00
What’s your go-to karaoke song? We wanna hear it! Round up your friends for karaoke at Hattie’s, Thursday nights at 9:30 🎤✨ in the Back Room. |
1 event,
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Join us for a conversation with Juliette Cross, author of Darkest Heart, Firebird, in conversation with Stephen from E.S. Brandon, author of Salt & Surrender and more. Each ticket includes: Admission to the live author conversation Access to the post-event meet-and-greet with both authors You may also order additional Juliette Cross books through our website […]
Free
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2 events,
a long-standing tradition celebrating and supporting the local artist community in Ballard since 1997. This engaging community event is brought to you by the Ballard Alliance and Ballard businesses, and it takes place every second Saturday of the month from 6-9 pm. Come out and show your support for local artists and the venues that open their doors […]
Free
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Coffee rave for ArtWalk, but with chill vibes? Yes, please! Come check out artwork from Katharos Meraki and enjoy some positive musical vibrations from DJs MTHW and EMOWI, while maybe making a new friend or two.
Free
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2 events,
Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
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Close your weekend right with a relaxing drink and some quality quiet time with your latest read at The Ink Drinker Sunday from 6 pm to 8 pm. We have cocktails, non-alcoholic creations, wine, beer and cider on tap as well as appetizers, entrées, and desserts.
Free
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6 events,
Join us at the Reuben’s Brews Ballard Taproom for a casual Commander night with Wizards of the Coast. All skill levels welcome, friendly competition encouraged, great beer absolutely guaranteed! Bring a deck and a friend, or make some new ones here 🍻 Free Booster Pack to the first 10 players who take a picture of […]
Free
Every Monday! All Ages! Win Prizes! At Cloudburst on Shilshole!
Free
Join Us for BINGO Games - Prize - Party MONDAY Get ready for an evening of fun, excitement, and community! STARTS 6:30- 8 pm
Free
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4 events,
Celebrating Queer Nordic Cinema in the Pacific Northwest! The 2026 SEA-Nordic Film Festival showcases LGBTQ+ stories from across the Nordic region. Trace the history of queer representation in Nordic cinema in this week-long festival highlighting queer love, gender exploration, and cultural identity. This festival includes one of the first overt representations of gay relationships in […]
$90
Celebrating Queer Nordic Cinema in the Pacific Northwest! The 2026 SEA-Nordic Film Festival showcases LGBTQ+ stories from across the Nordic region. Trace the history of queer representation in Nordic cinema in this week-long festival highlighting queer love, gender exploration, and cultural identity. This festival includes one of the first overt representations of gay relationships in […]
$90
Cozy Craft Time! Bring something you’d like to work on and co-craft with us every Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. Join other crafters for a no-pressure environment to work on something you love, meet some new friends who craft and be amazed by the things they're working on.
Free
Get ready to put your knowledge to the test! Join us for Trivia Night. EVERY TUESDAY Doors open at 6 PM to 8 PM |
5 events,Bring your favorite handheld video games and cozy board games every Wednesday to trade items and monsters, share your new favorite games and make friends to play online with. Or if you’re not feeling social — enjoy some lo-fi video game soundtracks and a cozy cup of tea while you play solo.
Free
Think you’ve got the answers? We’ll see! Grab a pint, grab your crew, and battle it out for bragging rights (and prizes). Join us every Wednesday for Trivia Night at Reuben's Brews taprooms! It’s your mid-week brain refresh with a friendly competitive streak. Our trivia hosts keep the pace quick and the categories wide—music, movies, […]
Free
Face off against your Ballard neighbors every Wednesday at 7pm with our new Beer Hall Trivia! The game is hosted by local legend, Ian, with five rounds, including a music round. The entry is $5 per person to play with cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place teams. Grab your crew and come eat, drink, […]
$5
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7 events,
Weekly community gathering to work on yarn & thread crafts together at Cardoon. Bring your knitting project, grab a coffee / treat, and come be creative together!
Free
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Meaningful Movies Ballard will be showing Ultimate Citizens, the story of Jamshid Khajavi, an extraordinary 65-year-old Iranian American public school counselor who uses the sport of Ultimate Frisbee to help children heal. The story is centered around a program at Hazel Wolf school in Seattle. In an America where many families are quietly, barely getting […]
Free
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Join local crochet designer, Britt Garber and some crafty friends for a casual craft night at Reubens Brewery! Crafts of all types are welcome. Bring a project to work on, a new WIP to share, or just enjoy being around other crafty people.
Free
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1 event, |
2 events,
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Lordy lordy, look who’s 40! 🎉Local grocery favorite, Town & Country Markets Ballard is celebrating its 40th anniversary on Saturday, September 19, from 12–4 PM. Party like it's 1986 and enjoy complimentary cake, coffee, and tasty samples all afternoon while jamming to 80s music with a live DJ. The fun doesn’t stop there – get […] |
5 events,
Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
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HELD at MIGHTY-O Donuts Ballard 1555 NW Market St, Seattle, WA 98107 Come join Swoon City’s LGBTQ+ book club, where queer joy is our jam! Every month, we read books that center LGBTQ+ lives and love stories. Our books span all romance subgenres, from contemporary to paranormal to historical. We prioritize queer authors and stay […]
Free
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In this fun and interactive class with Brooke Westlund, you’ll create your own unique painting on a 12 x 12” wood panel, ready to hang on your wall by the end of the class. We’ll be using a variety of materials including paint, gold leaf, vintage postcards and stickers. To finish it off we’ll overlay […]
$75.00
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In this fun and interactive class with Brooke Westlund, you’ll create your own unique painting on a 12 x 12” wood panel, ready to hang on your wall by the end of the class. We’ll be using a variety of materials including paint, gold leaf, vintage postcards and stickers. To finish it off we’ll overlay […]
$75
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6 events,
Whether you’re dipping your toe into historical romance after watching Bridgerton or have loved the genre for years, there’s a place for you at Swoon City’s Historical Hellions Book Club. We’ll be reading historicals that have a strong lead, and are willing to break with convention. Come laugh, chat, and discuss your favorite romance books […]
Free
Join us at the Reuben’s Brews Ballard Taproom for a casual Commander night with Wizards of the Coast. All skill levels welcome, friendly competition encouraged, great beer absolutely guaranteed! Bring a deck and a friend, or make some new ones here 🍻 Free Booster Pack to the first 10 players who take a picture of […]
Free
Every Monday! All Ages! Win Prizes! At Cloudburst on Shilshole!
Free
Join Us for BINGO Games - Prize - Party MONDAY Get ready for an evening of fun, excitement, and community! STARTS 6:30- 8 pm
Free
|
4 events,Cozy Craft Time! Bring something you’d like to work on and co-craft with us every Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. Join other crafters for a no-pressure environment to work on something you love, meet some new friends who craft and be amazed by the things they're working on.
Free
Get ready to put your knowledge to the test! Join us for Trivia Night. EVERY TUESDAY Doors open at 6 PM to 8 PM
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In this class you will learn basic knitting stitches while making a bookmark. We will cover casting on, the knit stitch, the purl stitch, and casting off. You will be provided with knitting needles and a ball of yarn---enough to complete the project and to take some home. This class will take place at Swoon […]
$60
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7 events,Bring your favorite handheld video games and cozy board games every Wednesday to trade items and monsters, share your new favorite games and make friends to play online with. Or if you’re not feeling social — enjoy some lo-fi video game soundtracks and a cozy cup of tea while you play solo.
Free
Think you’ve got the answers? We’ll see! Grab a pint, grab your crew, and battle it out for bragging rights (and prizes). Join us every Wednesday for Trivia Night at Reuben's Brews taprooms! It’s your mid-week brain refresh with a friendly competitive streak. Our trivia hosts keep the pace quick and the categories wide—music, movies, […]
Free
Face off against your Ballard neighbors every Wednesday at 7pm with our new Beer Hall Trivia! The game is hosted by local legend, Ian, with five rounds, including a music round. The entry is $5 per person to play with cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place teams. Grab your crew and come eat, drink, […]
$5
|
6 events,
We are delighted to offer a Danish Language Class in partnership with the Scandinavian Language Institute. This nine-week series will allow you to jump into the basics of Danish language and culture in a supportive, face-to-face classroom environment. Students will learn essential vocabulary, everyday phrases, pronunciation, and simple grammar structures through interactive activities, conversation practice, […]
$220
We are delighted to offer Norwegian Language Classes in partnership with the Scandinavian Language Institute. This nine-week series will allow you to jump into the basics of Norwegian language and culture in a supportive, face-to-face classroom environment. Students will learn essential vocabulary, everyday phrases, pronunciation, and simple grammar structures through interactive activities, conversation practice, and […]
$220
Weekly community gathering to work on yarn & thread crafts together at Cardoon. Bring your knitting project, grab a coffee / treat, and come be creative together!
Free
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Join one of the Nordic's sharpest and most widely read young voices out for a talk on the true cost of care work. For centuries this has been written off as “women's work”: essential, invisible, and unpaid. Danish writer and feminist economist Emma Holten exposes a fundamental flaw in our value and economic systems, designed […]
$15
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Join us as we welcome local author Pamela Katims Steele, PhD, author of Nights of Hunger: A Cocktail of Grief, Dreams, and Dating for Old-Ass Women. Following the loss of her entire family of origin plus the sudden loss of her husband on their 39th anniversary, Pamela turned her raw experience into a catalyst for […]
Free
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4 events,
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Kids Night Out: Superhero & Comic Book Night! Unleash your child’s inner legend on Friday, September 25th at Tumbles! Our Superhero & Comic Book Night invites young heroes to test their agility on epic Kryptonite Escape obstacle courses, dodge through stealthy laser-grid crawls, and soar off high blocks to stick the ultimate superhero landing. Drop […]
$45 – $75
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In this 2.5hour, beginner-friendly, hands-on class, you’ll create tiny, adorable fake pizzas using polymer clay and oil pastels! Pastry chef and miniaturist Rosalie Cass will provide guided instruction on how to sculpt, shade and decorate pizzas. Follow step by step or let your imagination lead the way! Each student will make an eight slice pizza […]
$55
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6 events,
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In this 4 hour class, you will learn how to use the Tiffany method of foiling, gain guided experience with soldering technique, learn how to frame with lead came, and how to properly clean and polish stained glass. Each student will receive and work with a pre-cut and ground glass kit of the design pictured. […]
$135
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In this 4 hour class, you will learn how to use the Tiffany method of foiling, gain guided experience with soldering technique, learn how to frame with lead came, and how to properly clean and polish stained glass. Each student will receive and work with a pre-cut and ground glass kit of the design pictured. […]
$135
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In this 4 hour class, you will learn how to use the Tiffany method of foiling, gain guided experience with soldering technique, learn how to frame with lead came, and how to properly clean and polish stained glass. Each student will receive and work with a pre-cut and ground glass kit of the design pictured. […]
$135
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5 events,
Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
Artemis Coffee and Ballard Film & Foto are teaming up for a series of photography meet ups: Ballard Film Club! Love 35mm? Love shooting little movies and uploading them to your socials? Love obsessively documenting little moments in your life on camera? Looking for someone who understands why you’re so happy about your gear or […]
Free
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Come close your weekend right with a relaxing drink and some quality quiet time with your latest read at The Ink Drinker Sunday from 6 pm to 8 pm. We have cocktails, non-alcoholic creations, wine, beer and cider on tap as well as appetizers, entrées, and desserts.
Free
|
7 events,
Join us at the Reuben’s Brews Ballard Taproom for a casual Commander night with Wizards of the Coast. All skill levels welcome, friendly competition encouraged, great beer absolutely guaranteed! Bring a deck and a friend, or make some new ones here 🍻 Free Booster Pack to the first 10 players who take a picture of […]
Free
Every Monday! All Ages! Win Prizes! At Cloudburst on Shilshole!
Free
Join Us for BINGO Games - Prize - Party MONDAY Get ready for an evening of fun, excitement, and community! STARTS 6:30- 8 pm
Free
|
7 events,Cozy Craft Time! Bring something you’d like to work on and co-craft with us every Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. Join other crafters for a no-pressure environment to work on something you love, meet some new friends who craft and be amazed by the things they're working on.
Free
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Ready to achieve your dream of homeownership? Join our Mortgage Ready Class to learn how to build and strengthen your credit, manage your finances, understand mortgage options, and navigate the home-buying process with confidence. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or planning for the future, this class will help put you on the path to owning […]
Free
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This is a free event where we will enjoy some refreshments while learning about loan programs and answering your questions on how to buy a home. We will be discussing mortgage loan options with very low to no down payment required. We will also learn about the various programs available that provide assistance with down […]
Free
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6 events,Bring your favorite handheld video games and cozy board games every Wednesday to trade items and monsters, share your new favorite games and make friends to play online with. Or if you’re not feeling social — enjoy some lo-fi video game soundtracks and a cozy cup of tea while you play solo.
Free
Think you’ve got the answers? We’ll see! Grab a pint, grab your crew, and battle it out for bragging rights (and prizes). Join us every Wednesday for Trivia Night at Reuben's Brews taprooms! It’s your mid-week brain refresh with a friendly competitive streak. Our trivia hosts keep the pace quick and the categories wide—music, movies, […]
Free
Face off against your Ballard neighbors every Wednesday at 7pm with our new Beer Hall Trivia! The game is hosted by local legend, Ian, with five rounds, including a music round. The entry is $5 per person to play with cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place teams. Grab your crew and come eat, drink, […]
$5
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5 events,
On the First Thursday of every month, general admission to the National Nordic Museum is free! When selecting First Thursday tickets, your complimentary discount will be applied at checkout. Reserve your tickets in advance online and make sure to stop by the Admissions Desk to check in for First Thursday. Walk-ins welcome! *Access to special […]
Free
Weekly community gathering to work on yarn & thread crafts together at Cardoon. Bring your knitting project, grab a coffee / treat, and come be creative together!
Free
What’s your go-to karaoke song? We wanna hear it! Round up your friends for karaoke at Hattie’s, Thursday nights at 9:30 🎤✨ in the Back Room. |
3 events,
We're so excited to announce Ballard's first Vintage & Secondhand Crawl! Join us October 2nd-4th and explore Ballard's incredible collection of vintage and secondhand shops. Pick up your Crawl Passport at Thread Hunter or Simple and Just, then hit the neighborhood to collect stamps, discover unique finds, enjoy exclusive discounts and in-store activations, and take […]
Free to attend
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5 events,
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Create something meaningful and hands-on in this metal stamping workshop! Participants will design and stamp their own personalized metal bookmarks using letters, symbols, and simple design techniques. You’ll learn the basics of metal stamping and leave with a unique, functional keepsake—perfect as a gift or a special treat for yourself (and your favorite book!) No […]
$60
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Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection, stories, and hope as we build fair chances together. About the Event Last year, more than 100 supporters gathered to help launch the Spir Foundation. Together, we celebrated what’s possible when young men are given meaningful opportunities, heard powerful stories from the young men at the heart […]
$50 – $100
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8 events,
Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
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Join us for a free Learn to Lift & Row Workshop + Bring a Friend Day on Sunday, October 4 at 10:00AM! This event is open to the entire Ballard Community, and no previous strength training or CrossFit experience is needed. Our coaches will break down the basics of the deadlift and rowing technique in […]
Free
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Bring your animal companions to the annual Pet Blessing with St. Luke's on Sunday, October 4 from NOON - 3 PM in Ballard Commons Park. 🐾🙏🏼 Everyone is invited to bring their pet, a photo, and/or memories of pet's loved and lost for a short pet blessing service. After the blessing, attendees will have an […]
Free
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In this class you will learn how to start basic crochet projects. We will go over slip knots, foundation chains, single crochet and double crochets. While we won’t be going over a specific project this class will provide you skills that can be built upon to create a variety of things. You will be provided […]
$60
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