Featured Events in Seattle in September, 2024 (Continuously Updated)

with Happy Hour & Gallery Show at LMN's The Shop With an illustrious career spanning over three decades, Michael Bierut stands as an exemplar in the realm of graphic design. A distinguished alumnus of the University of Cincinnati’s College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning, Michael graduated with highest honors in 1980. He sharpened his design acumen for a decade at Vignelli Associates before taking a pivotal role as a partner at Pentagram in 1990. Throughout his tenure at Pentagram, Michael has collaborated with an enviable roster of clients, including renowned names like The New York Times, Saks Fifth Avenue, MIT Media Lab, Mastercard, and the New York Jets (not to mention Seattle's very own Space.City), to name a few. He notably championed Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign, creating the iconic 'H' logo that became synonymous with her campaign. Leading from the front, Michael helmed the New York Chapter of AIGA from 1988 to 1990 and later wore the mantle of president emeritus for AIGA National. His contributions to the design community have garnered significant accolades, including his induction into the Art Directors Club Hall of Fame in 2003 and the prestigious AIGA Medal in 2006. Further testament to his influence, Michael was recognized as the Design Mind at the 2008 Cooper-Hewitt National Design Awards and later served as the Henry Wolf Resident in Graphic Design at the American Academy in Rome in 2016. Beyond his practice, Michael passionately imparts his wisdom as a senior critic at the Yale School of Art and lectures at the Yale School of Management. Co-founding the influential website, Design Observer, he also co-edited the critically acclaimed series, 'Looking Closer: Critical Writings on Graphic Design'. Michael’s insights shine through in his published works, notably 79 Short Essays on Design and the transformative, How to use graphic design to...change the world . His latest compilation, Now You See It , debuted in 2017, adding another feather to his cap. Information Source: Space.City | eventbrite

First-time author Andy Davids signs, reads from and discusses their queer coming-of-age sports novel, The Jet Racer, a high-octane read rife with action-packed danger and self-discovery. Twenty-year-old Jay is the youngest pilot to qualify for the National Jet Racing Association... but will the pressures of fame and the public eye turn disastrous? Information Source: Blue Forge Group | eventbrite

Ruby Mimosa Presents: DANCE with LOU LOU LA DUCHESSE DE RI´ERE Friday , September 27th Location: This class is held at YAW Theater's PITCH Studios in Georgetown - Located at 5300 4th Ave S, in the old Magnum Printing Solutions building • • • 7-8:15pm ON BEAT: MUSICALITY 101 Unlock your inner musical performer to step your burlesque game up this year. Hone your skills in transitions, movement and connection; and acquire the tools necessary to bring out the WOW factor in your next act and take your choreography from step-driven and technical to organic and awe inspiring. Learn the importance of active listening, song selection and mapping, alongside tips to working with live bands. Lou Lou will teach you how to strengthen your use of rhythm, tempo, phrasing, and mood so that you will be set up for success next time you hit the stage • • • 8:30 - 9:45pm THE GETDOWN (ADVANCED FLOORWORK) Learn the art of the get down with Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière in her floorwork master class. Perfect your dips dives and shoulder rolls while learning a fun safe ways to get on the floor, work your moves and strengthen your choreography. Bring knees pads if needed, they are not required. • • • About The Instructor: Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière, aka Lauren Ashley Jiles, is a Afro-Indigenous internationally renowned neo-burlesque dancer, teacher, and activist hailing from the Mohawk territory of Kahnawake, Quebec. She began her burlesque career in 2005 in Montreal with troupe Blue Light Burlesque. She has since headlined shows across North America and has performed in New Orleans, Las Vegas, New York, Texas, Detroit, and Chicago. She has been thrice voted into the Burlesque Top 50 by 21st Century Burlesque In September 2018 she was crowned New Orleans Queen of Burlesque. She also holds titles at the 2019 Burlesque Hall of Fame (2nd Runner up and Most Innovative), Miss Exotic Wold 2002 & #1 Most Influential Burlesque Performer in the World • • • Online Orders: Purchase 2 Workshops for $50 Individual Workshops $30 Day Of Classes: Purchase 2 Workshops for $60 Individual Workshops $35 Information Source: Ruby Mimosa | eventbrite

Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated match between Seattle Kraken and Vancouver Canucks at Climate Pledge Arena on September 27, 2024. Hockey enthusiasts are gearing up to witness the clash of these two powerhouse teams in the heart of Seattle. The atmosphere at Climate Pledge Arena is sure to be electrifying as fans cheer on their favorite players and teams. Located at 334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA, the arena provides the perfect backdrop for this thrilling event. Don't miss out on this epic showdown between Seattle Kraken and Vancouver Canucks, as they battle it out on the ice for victory.

Open Lapidary Studio Time Time: 11am-2pm Ages 18 & up $60 Must have taken 2 Beginning and 1 Advanced Cabochon Cutting classes from us. Would like to have some more time using our equipment in our Lapidary Studio? You are able to use our saws and lapidary machines to cut your own stones. If you would like to stay longer than the allotted hours, you are more than welcome. Just pay downstais in our shop for more time. Required to follow all saftey rules and clean up after yourself before leaving the studio. Space is limited to 4 students Information Source: NW Rockhounds | eventbrite

Beginning Lapidary - Cabochon Cutting Instructor: Carly VDH Date: Sunday September 29th Time: 11am-2:30pm Ages: 18 & up Price: $90 including supplies Learn the art of cutting stone! You will learn how to turn a rough stone/slab into a beautiful shaped and polished cabochon ready to be set in jewelry or for your display case. You will learn the tools used to cut stone, get comfortable working with equipment, and you will cut Brazilian Agate (provided) into a calibrated oval shape. This class is one of the requirements for the open lapidary studio. - Please Read Below - Check your email a few days before your class for further instructions. Our classroom is located upstairs and are limited to 4 students for this class. - FAQ - Is this class loud? Yes. You will be working with loud equipment (earplugs are provided). Do we have to wear masks? No, masks are optional. We do have a stage in the stone cutting process where masks are required (provided as well) *** You are purchasing a seat at an event just like a sporting event or concert. These tickets are not transferable to a different class credit or store credit if you are not able to make it. Cancellations made 7 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a refund. Information Source: NW Rockhounds | eventbrite