Latest Events in Bothell(July Updated)

Third Place Books welcomes national security expert and author Alexander Vindman to our Lake Forest Park store for a conversation about his new book, The Folly of Realism: How the West Deceived Itself About Russia and Betrayed Ukraine. Featuring first-hand accounts and behind-the-scenes interviews, The Folly of Realism locates the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine within a history of Western policy fumbles regarding post-Soviet Russia and makes suggestions for a responsible path forward. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. RSVP is recommended in advance. About The Folly of Realism. . .A chilling analysis of how Western indecision and apathy made possible the return of brutal Russian expansionism with catastrophic consequences – “A must-read for anyone who wants to understand what went wrong and how it can be fixed” (Serhii Plokhy, Harvard University). After the collapse of the Soviet Union, six US presidential administrations of both parties pursued policies for Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia that emboldened Russia, playing into its imperialist, centuries-long mythos of regional hegemony. The result: military aggression and full-scale invasion. It was all too foreseeable. In The Folly of Realism, leading national security expert and bestselling author Alexander Vindman argues that America’s mistakes in Eastern Europe result from policymakers’ fixation on immediate, short-term problem-solving and misplaced hopes and fears. He proposes a new long-term, values-based approach that insists on the fundamentals of liberal democracy and a rules-based world order. Enlivened by firsthand accounts and behind-the-scenes interviews with leading Washington and international policymakers and culminating in the shocking brutality of Putin’s invasions of Ukraine, the book exposes the follies of western foreign policymaking, sources of the dangerous return of Russian imperialism, and proscribes how it can be contained. AlexanderVindman, a retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel, was the director for European Affairs on the National Security Council. Before that, he served as the Political-Military Affairs Officer for Russia for the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and as an attaché at the US Embassies in Moscow and Kyiv. While on the Joint Staff, he authored the National Military Strategy for Russia. He earned an MA from Harvard University, where he served as a Hauser Leader, and an MA and PhD from Johns Hopkins, where he is a senior fellow. Dr. Vindman leads the national security think tank Institute for Informed American Leadership, is the president of the non-profit Here Right Matters Foundation, an executive board member for the Renew Democracy Initiative, a senior fellow at the Kettering Foundation, and a senior advisor to VoteVets. Dr. Vindman is the author of the Why It Matters Substack and the New York Times bestselling books Here, Right Matters and The Folly of Realism. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

This book is a pressure-corked vial crafted with the perfect romantic tension and pure gangster-style grit. I was ready to be buried beneath the mines that Stacey McEwan created. This story has mettle, raw heart, and inescapable magnetism. I loved every single chapter.” —Raven Kennedy, author of Gild Third Place Books welcomes author Stacey McEwan to our Lake Forest Park store for a conversation about her new book, A Forbidden Alchemy — a slow-burn romantasy following a pair of star-crossed lovers reunited by the very uprising that may eventually tear them apart. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Click here for more about our COVID-19 policies for in-person events. Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is required in advance. About A Forbidden Alchemy. .This stunning slow-burn romantasy follows a fated pair who uncover a world-changing secret and are thrust into a violent class war, navigating love, loss, and devastating betrayals. Nina Harrow and Patrick Colson are twelve years old when they are whisked away from the shadows of their disenfranchised mining towns to dazzling Belavere City to discover their magical potential. Those who pass Belavere’s test will become Artisans, wielders of powerful elemental magic destined to fulfill the city’s grand ambitions. For Nina, the Artisan School symbolizes a dream and an escape from her harsh reality, while Patrick yearns to return to his Craftsman family, whose extraordinary physical strength serves the idium mines keeping the city alive. And then they uncover a devastating truth: Artisans aren’t born, they’re chosen. They part ways on very different paths, leaving them to carry the burden of this secret alone. In the years that follow, a Craftsman revolution ignites, thrusting Nina and Patrick into opposing factions of a brewing war. Now an elite Artisan with the very rare talent for charming earth, Nina has turned her back on the fight, haunted by the loss of her found family. But fate intervenes when she is captured by Patrick’s rebel group. Despite the years and conflict that separates them, Patrick hasn’t forgotten Nina. He desperately seeks her help for a mission that could shift the tides against Belavere City. Reluctantly, she agrees, battling the sparks flying between them. But when Nina’s first love reappears, asking her to betray Patrick for the sake of the Artisans, Nina faces an impossible choice that could alter the fate of their world. Stacey McEwan is the bestselling author of the Glacian Trilogy. Her debut fantasy romance novel, Ledge, has been published in several languages. Stacey received a bachelor’s degree in education in 2012 and was a classroom teacher for eleven years. She is a content creator on multiple platforms, including TikTok and Instagram. Stacey first published after book lovers of the internet encouraged her to share her story ideas. She was born and raised on the Gold Coast, Australia, and still resides in her hometown with her husband, two children and one questionable dog. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books is pleased to welcome Whitney Hanson back to the stage at our Lake Forest Park store for a celebration of her revised poetry collection, Climate — a meditation on love, growth, and the inevitability of change. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is required in advance. About Climate. . .i don’t worry about the weather anymore when it rains, i dance when the sun shines, i dance through it all, i will dance —from Climate Honest, poignant, and relatable, Climate is a journey in embracing change both internally and externally. It guides us through all the weather we may face, from the stormy heartbreak to the foggy mental space to the sunny other side. Climate reminds us to embrace it all. The only constant in life is change, and that is a beautiful thing. Whitney Hanson is the author of Home, Harmony, and Climate. Through Whitney’s vulnerability and authenticity, she has connected with thousands of readers, and she adamantly believes that poetry is not a dead language; rather it is the key to unlocking true vulnerability, which leads to deeper connection with one another. Whitney grew up in rural Montana and lives in Montana. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books welcomes Veronica Bane to our Lake Forest Park store for a conversation about her debut thriller, Difficult Girls. Inspired by the author's experiences working at a theme park in high school, Difficult Girls follows a teenager unearthing dangerous secrets related to a popular colleague's disappearance. Veronica will be joined in conversation by Seattle author Lish McBride. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is required in advance. About Difficult Girls. .A teen girl’s attempt at social reinvention takes a deadly turn when a co-worker disappears—and she learns she may have been the last person to see the missing girl—in this razor-sharp, murderously funny thriller debut. After the incident last year, Greta Riley Green is looking for reinvention—a fresh start—and a job at Hyper Kid Magic Land, the local amusement park, seems like the perfect way to forge a new path . . . no matter what it takes. So when fate pulls Greta into Mercy Goodwin’s orbit, it feels like things are looking up. Beautiful and confident, Mercy dazzles audiences daily. And at the first party of the summer, she picks Greta to confide in. Mercy has a secret to share, if Greta will just meet her the next day. It’s a sign that Greta’s truly fitting in. Only, when the time comes, Mercy is a no-show—as she is everyday after that—and Greta knows something’s wrong. She can’t help thinking back to the night of the party. Did Mercy seem upset? Terrified, even? Could she be in trouble? It wouldn’t be the first time a talented young performer came to a sinister end at Hyper Kid. . . . Of course, Greta has her own issues with the past, and the more she uncovers Hyper Kid’s secrets, the more her own threaten to surface. This job was meant to be a reboot, a summer without trouble. But trouble, it seems, finds Greta, and her past—and the bloody past of Hyper Kid—is about to catch up with her. VeronicaBaneis the debut author of Difficult Girls. She spent her formative teen years working as an usher and a face character for a world-renowned theme park—no, not the mouse-related one, though she did audition for that one, too. Since those days, she’s worked her way up the coast from her hometown of San Diego to her current-town of Los Angeles. She also teaches English and Creative Writing to high school students. She graduated from Chapman University with a B.F.A. in Creative Writing. When she’s not writing, she’s exploring Los Angeles with her husband and beloved dog, Bodhi. Visit her online at veronicabane.com, and on Instagram, TikTok, and X @VeronicaBane. Lish McBride is the author of funny and creepy young adult books such as Hold Me Closer, Necromancer; Necromancing the Stone; Firebug; Pyromantic; and Curses. She has published short stories on Tor.com, and in the anthologies Cornered, What to Read in the Rain, and Kisses & Curses. Her first book, Hold Me Closer, Necromancer, was an ALA Best Book for Young Adults title, a Morris Award finalist, and the winner of the Scandiuzzi Children's Book Award. Lish is a former indie bookseller, has a MFA from University of New Orleans, and prefers pie to cake. While she has no long term goals for world domination, she would like her own castle. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Susana Morris' pen is tender, precise, and rich with care. She brings us into the intellectual and emotional world of Butler, tracing the life of a mind that continues to shape our movements for justice and our visions of liberation. Through Morris, Butler is not only made real—she is made eternal. —Dr. Bettina L. Love, author of Punished for Dreaming: How School Reform Harms Black Children and How We Heal. Third Place Books welcomes author and scholar Susana M. Morris to our Lake Forest Park store for a conversation about her new book, Positive Obsession: The Life and Times of Octavia E. Butler. Morris's groundbreaking biography draws on interviews, letters, previously unpublished material, and more to paint a detailed picture of Butler's lived experiences and how they shaped her work. This event is a unique opportunity to get a copy of Positive Obsession before its August 19 release date. Copies will be available the day of the event only. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is required in advance. About Positive Obsession. .As the first Black woman to consistently write and publish in the field of science fiction, Octavia Butler was a trailblazer. With her deft pen, she created stories speculating the devolution of the American empire, using it as an apt metaphor for the best and worst of humanity—our innovation and ingenuity, our naked greed and ambition, our propensity for violence and hierarchy. Her fiction charts the rise and fall of the American project—the nation’s transformation from a provincial backwater to a capitalist juggernaut—made possible by chattel slavery—to a bloated imperialist superpower on the verge of implosion. In this outstanding work, Susana M. Morris places Butler’s story firmly within the cultural, social, and historical context that shaped her life: the Civil Rights Movement, Black Power, women’s liberation, queer rights, Reaganomics. Morris reveals how these influences profoundly impacted Butler’s personal and intellectual trajectory and shaped the ideas central to her writing. Her cautionary tales warn us about succumbing to fascism, gender-based violence, and climate chaos while offering alternate paradigms to religion, family, and understanding our relationships to ourselves. Butler envisioned futures with Black women at the center, raising our awareness of how those who are often dismissed have the knowledge to shift the landscape of our world. But her characters are no magical martyrs, they are tough, flawed, intelligent, and complicated, a reflection of Butler’s stories. Morris explains what drove Butler: She wrote because she felt she must. “Who was I anyway? Why should anyone pay attention to what I had to say? Did I have anything to say? I was writing science fiction and fantasy, for God’s sake. At that time nearly all professional science-fiction writers were white men. As much as I loved science fiction and fantasy, what was I doing? Well, whatever it was, I couldn’t stop. Positive obsession is about not being able to stop just because you’re afraid and full of doubts. Positive obsession is dangerous. It’s about not being able to stop at all.” Susana Morris is Associate Professor of Literature, Media, and Communication at the Georgia Institute of Technology. She has been an Anschutz Distinguished Fellow at Princeton University and was most recently the Norman Freeling Visiting Professor at the University of Michigan. She is the author of Close Kin and Distant Relatives: The Paradox of Respectability in Black Women’s Literature, co-editor, with Brittney C. Cooper and Robin M. Boylorn, of The Crunk Feminist Collection, and co-author, with Brittney C. Cooper and Chanel Craft Tanner, of the young adult handbook Feminist AF: The Guide to Crushing Girlhood. She is the co-founder of The Crunk Feminist Collective and has written for Gawker, Long Reads, Cosmopolitan.com and Ebony.com, and has also been featured on NPR and the BBC, and in Essence and the New York Times. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books welcomes author Wendy N. Wagner for a celebration of her new novel, Girl in the Creek — an eco-horror thriller set in the foothills of Mt. Hood, where a woman's search for her missing brother puts her in the crosshairs of forces from both this world and beyond. She will be joined in conversation byIsabel Cañas, author of The Hacienda and Vampires of El Norte. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is required in advance. About Girl in the Creek. .Girl in the Creekis a pulse-pounding story about the horrors growing all around us, perfect for fans of Jeff VanderMeer and T. Kingfisher. Buried secrets only spread. Erin's brother Bryan has been missing for five years. It was as if he simply walked into the forests of the Pacific Northwest and vanished. Determined to uncover the truth, Erin heads to the foothills of Mt. Hood where Bryan was last seen alive. He isn’t the first hiker to go missing in this area, and their cases go unsolved. When she discovers the corpse of a local woman in a creek, Erin unknowingly puts herself in the crosshairs of very powerful forces—from this world and beyond—hell-bent on keeping their secrets buried. Wendy N. Wagner is a hiker, trail runner, and nature lover. She’s the author of the critically acclaimed works The Deer Kings, The Secret Skin, and the Locus bestselling An Oath of Dogs. Her short fiction has been nominated for the Theodore Sturgeon and Shirley Jackson awards, and her short stories, poetry, and essays have appeared in more than seventy venues. She serves as the editor-in-chief of Nightmare Magazine (for which she was nominated for the Locus award), and is part of the Hugo award-winning editorial team behind Lightspeed Magazine. She lives in Oregon with her very understanding family, a giant cat, and a Muppet disguised as a dog. Isabel Cañas is a Mexican-American speculative fiction writer. After having lived in Mexico, Scotland, Egypt, Turkey, and New York City, among other places, she has settled in the Pacific Northwest. She holds a doctorate in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations and writes fiction inspired by her research and her heritage. Her next novel, The Possession of Alba Díaz, will be out in August 2025 and is available for preorder now. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books is pleased to present a conversation with author Sangu Mandanna celebrating her new book, A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping: a gentle, whimsical fantasy about second chances, found family, and finding magic where you least expect it. Sangu will be joined in conversation by local author Sarah Hawley. Tickets are required in advance. What you need to know: All tickets must be purchased through Eventbrite. Pre-ordering the book will not grant you access to the event.There are two ticket options. Book-bundled tickets include a copy of the featured book. General Admission includes a donation to the Books to Students Fund.If you purchased a book but are unable to attend the event, your book will be placed on hold at our Lake Forest Park store. You may request to have your book placed on hold at our Ravenna or Seward Park location. Please allow time for transfer.This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book in advance! For accessibility inquiries, please contact events@thirdplacebooks.com Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. About A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping. . .Sera Swan used to be one of the most powerful witches in Britain. Then she resurrected her great-aunt Jasmine from the (very recently) dead, lost most of her magic, befriended a semi-villainous talking fox, and was exiled from her Guild. Now she (slightly reluctantly and just a bit grumpily) helps Jasmine run an enchanted inn in Lancashire, where she deals with her quirky guests' shenanigans, tries to keep said talking fox in check, and longs for the future that seems lost to her. But then she finds out about an old spell that could hold the key to restoring her power… Enter Luke Larsen, handsome and icy magical historian, who arrives on a dark winter evening and just might know how to unlock the spell’s secrets. Luke has absolutely no interest in getting involved in the madcap goings-on of the inn and is definitely not about to let a certain bewitching innkeeper past his walls, so no one is more surprised than he is when he agrees to help Sera with her spell. Worse, he might actually be thawing. Running an inn, reclaiming lost magic, and staying one step ahead of the watchful Guild is a lot for anyone, but Sera Swan is about to discover that she doesn’t have to do it alone...and that the weird, wonderful family she’s made might be the best magic of all. Sangu Mandannais the author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, Kiki Kallira Breaks a Kingdom, and several other novels about magic, monsters, and myths. She lives in Norwich, a city in the east of England, with her husband and three kids. Sarah Hawley is the author of Servant of Earth, A Witch’s Guide to Fake Dating a Demon, A Demon's Guide to Wooing a Witch, and A Werewolf's Guide to Seducing a Vampire. She has a master's degree in archaeology and has excavated at an Inca site in Chile, a Bronze Age palace in Turkey, and a medieval abbey in England. When not dreaming up whimsical love stories, she can be found reading, dancing, or cuddling her two cats. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books welcomes Washington author Nick O'Connell for a conversation about his new book, Crush: My Year as an Apprentice Winemaker. O'Connell follows his fascination with the winemaking process from his own garage to some of the most renowned wineries on the West Coast, connecting the much-mythologized product to its earthy origins. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. About Crush. . .In Crush Nicholas O’Connell provides a behind-the-scenes look at the daily operations of some of the world’s most prestigious wineries on the West Coast. This insider’s view of the wine world includes the intense competition for the best grapes, the bizarre lingo of the tasting rooms, and the visionary winemakers who magically transform grapes into high-end wine. It is a world that includes not only romance and refinement but long hours, backbreaking labor, mind-numbing repetition, and fanatical dedication to quality. Such devotion resulted in the 1973 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet that won the best red wine at the 1976 Judgment of Paris and transformed the U.S. wine industry. O’Connell’s quest to master the art of wine making begins in his garage. From there he embarks on an apprenticeship at Betz and DeLille Cellar and other great wineries in California, Oregon, and Washington. He provides a first-person, ground-up view of a business not yet fully explored despite record interest in wine. O’Connell also includes conversations with some of the world’s most gifted vintners, including Warren Winiarski, former owner of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars. Wine is surrounded by a seemingly impenetrable cloud of descriptors—“wet dog,” “kumquats,” “cat pee”—and a fog of pretention. Crush pierces this fog with colorful, concrete storytelling, in-depth portraits of famous winemakers, and a lively, down-to-earth description of the process by which wine is made: not in the critic’s mind but in the winery and vineyard. NicholasO’Connell, M.F.A, Ph.D., is the author of Crush: My Year as an Apprentice Winemaker (Potomac Books, 2025), The Storms of Denali (University of Alaska Press, 2012), On Sacred Ground: The Spirit of Place in Pacific Northwest Literature (University of Washington Press, 2003), At the Field’s End: Interviews with 22 Pacific Northwest Writers (University of Washington Press, 1998), Contemporary Ecofiction (Charles Scribner’s, 1996) and Beyond Risk: Conversations with Climbers (Mountaineers, 1993). He has contributed to Newsweek, Gourmet, Saveur, Outside, GO, National Geographic Adventure, Condé Nast Traveler, Food & Wine, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Sierra, The Wine Spectator, and many other places. He is the publisher/editor of The Writer’s Workshop Review and the founder of the online and Seattle-based writing program, www.thewritersworkshop.net. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books welcomes award-winning reporter Kevin Fagan to our Lake Forest Park store for a conversation about his new book, The Lost and the Found: A True Story of Homelessness, Found Family, and Second Chances. Fagan shares the stories of two unhoused people living in San Francisco, providing an empathetic and incisive look into lived experiences of homelessness, addiction, and extreme inequality in American cities. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. About The Lost and the Found. . .Kevin Fagan’s The Lost and the Found, set in San Francisco—one of the wealthiest cities in America—takes an empathic, character-driven approach to exploring the human side of what’s behind the homelessness epidemic. An award-winning journalist and Pulitzer Prize nominee who has covered homelessness for decades and spent extensive time on the streets for his reporting, Fagan experienced it himself as a young man and brings a deep understanding to the crisis. He introduces us to Rita and Tyson, telling the deeply moving story of two unhoused people rescued by their families with the help of Fagan’s reporting, and their struggle to pull themselves out of homelessness and addiction, ending with both enormous tragedy and triumph. But The Lost and the Found is not just a story of individuals experiencing homelessness, it is also a compellinglook at the link between homelessness and addiction, and an incisive commentary on housing and equality. Fagan shines a sharp light on this national calamity, and in sharing Rita and Tyson’s stories, The Lost and the Found has the potential to change the way we see and help the homeless. Kevin Fagan is a longtime award-winning reporter and author, having spent over three decades at the San Francisco Chronicle before leaving in 2025 to pursue book writing. He has been nominated several times for the Pulitzer Prize, and his awards include the national James Aronson Award for Social Justice Journalism, National Headliner and the John. S. Knight Journalism Fellowship at Stanford University. During his career, he has covered homelessness, the 9/11 terror attacks, executions, serial killers, California’s wildfires and much more, but homelessness has always been the subject closest to his heart. In February 2025, Simon & Schuster published his book “The Lost and The Found: A True Story of Homelessness, Found Family and Second Chances. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

As part of the King County Library’s annual Lake Forest Park/Shoreline/Richmond Beach Reads program, Third Place Books welcomes acclaimed Seattle author Kristi Coulterfor a presentation of her memoir, Exit Interview: The Life and Death of My Ambitious Career, now available in paperback. Exit Interview is a memoir about a decade of working at Amazon in a variety of senior roles. The book explores ambition, gender and the pressures of a demanding work environment, ultimately leading the author to question her identity and purpose. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. RSVP is recommended in advance. About Exit Interview. . .Now in paperback, this “unique and brilliant book” (Oliver Burkeman) is a candid, relatable, very funny memoir of female ambition and a grueling decade in tech. What would you sacrifice for your career? All your free time? Your sense of self-worth? Your sanity? In 2006, Kristi Coulter left her cozy but dull job for a promising new position at the fast-growing Amazon.com, but she never expected the soul-crushing pressure that would come with it. In no time she found the challenge and excitement she’d been craving—along with seven-day workweeks, lifeboat exercises, widespread burnout, and a culture driven largely by fear. But the chase, the visibility, and, let’s face it, the stock options proved intoxicating, and so, for twelve years, she stayed—until she no longer recognized the face in the mirror or the mission she’d signed up for. Unsparing, absurd, and wickedly funny, Exit Interview is a rare journey inside the crucible that is Amazon. It is an intimate, surprisingly relatable look at the work life of a driven woman in a world that loves the idea of female ambition but balks at the reality. Kristi Coulter is the author of Nothing Good Can Come from This, which was a finalist for a 2019 Washington State Book Award. She holds an MFA in creative writing from the University of Michigan. She is a former Ragdale resident and has taught writing at Hugo House and the University of Washington. Her work has appeared in The Paris Review, Elle, and New York magazine, among other publications. She lives in Seattle, Washington. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books welcomes Jeopardy champion and host Ken Jennings for a celebration of his new trivia book, The Complete Kennections. Tickets are required in advance. What you need to know: All tickets come with a copy of the event's featured book.Tickets must be purchased through Eventbrite. Pre-order of the book will NOT grant you access to the event.If you purchase a book-bundled ticket but are unable to attend the event, your book will be placed on hold at our Lake Forest Park store. You may request to have your book transferred to our Ravenna or Seward Park neighborhood stores.The Complete Kennections and other books by Ken Jennings will be available for purchase at the store. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:Tickets are required in advance. About The Complete Kennections. . .The first new trivia book in more than a decade fromJeopardy!host Ken Jennings—based on his hugely popular online game “Kennections”! Five trivia questions. Five answers that share a secret theme. What's the “Kennection”? Since 2012, Jeopardy! champion and host Ken Jennings has created a weekly puzzle—first appearing in Parade, then Mental Floss—involving a series of trivia questions whose answers have something in common. The trivia questions run the gamut of topics—from pop culture (movies, TV, music) to academic knowledge (history, geography, the arts) to lifestyle (food and drink, sports, hobbies). But the trickiest part might be finding the “Kennection” that links all five answers. Many are standard trivia categories (D-Day beaches! Presidential middle names! Santa’s reindeer! Batman villains!), but almost anything goes, so thinking outside the box is just as important as trivia knowledge. What do feet, McDonald’s, fingerprints, and St. Louis have in common? They all have arches. What about Mercury, Chihuahuas, electrons, and Rhode Island? They’re all the smallest of their kind. Columbia, Grease, and “I Ran” (by A Flock of Seagulls)? They’re homophones for nations of the world. For the first time, the Kennections canon is available in one convenient volume, with hundreds of new and updated quizzes. The Complete Kennections is the perfect gift for any Jeopardy! fan, trivia buff, or New York Times “Connections” puzzler. Ken Jennings is the New York Times bestselling author of Brainiac, Maphead, Because I Said So!, Planet Funny, and 100 Places to See After You Die. In 2020, he won the “Greatest of All Time” title on the quiz show Jeopardy! and later succeeded Alex Trebek as the show's host. He lives in Seattle with his family. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books welcomes Mazey Eddings for the release of her new romance novel, Well, Actually, an utterly delightful and sexy second-chance romance. Alison Cochrun, author of queer stories such as The Charm Offensive and Kiss Her Once for Me, joins in conversation. This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is required in advance. About Well, Actually. .An utterly delightful and sexy second-chance romance between a black cat and golden retriever with Mazey Edding's signature sparkling voice! Eva Kitt never expected to be the host of Sausage Talk, interviewing B-list celebrities over wieners, instead of pursuing the journalism career she dreamed of. When Eva publicly calls out her college ex for ghosting her, her video goes viral. It doesn’t help said ex is Rylie Cooper, a beloved social media personality that has built a platform on teaching men how to be decent partners by deconstructing toxic masculinity. Now, Eva’s forced to confront him on a live episode of Sausage Talk, where Rylie makes her a deal: allow him to take her on a series of dates to make up for his toxic behavior, then debrief them all on his channel. Eva refuses to play nice, but agrees to the deal to further her own career and continue defaming Rylie’s good name. But when these manufactured dates start to feel real, Eva has to wonder if the boy that broke her heart has become the man that might heal it. Mazey Eddings is a neurodiverse author, dentist, and (most importantly) stage mom to her cats, Yaya and Zadie. She can most often be found reading romance novels under her weighted blanket and asking her husband to bring her snacks. She’s made it her personal mission in life to destigmatize mental health issues and write love stories for every brain. With roots in Ohio and Philadelphia, she now calls Asheville, North Carolina home. (Photo credit: Ben Eisdorfer) Alison Cochrun is a former high school English teacher and a current writer of queer love stories, including The Charm Offensive, Kiss Her Once for Me, Here We Go Again, and Every Step She Takes. She lives outside of Portland, Oregon, with her wife, her son, and two very needy dogs. You can find her online at AlisonCochrun.com or on Instagram as @AlisonCochrun. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Third Place Books is delighted to welcome Chuck Tingleback to the stage at Lake Forest Park to discuss his new novel Lucky Day, a glittering absurdist romp through existential horror, love, and Las Vegas. Tickets are required in advance. What you need to know: All copies of Lucky Day will be pre-signed by the author. In lieu of a signing line, Chuck will be available after the program for a photo opportunity! No personalization requests, please.Tickets must be purchased through Eventbrite. Pre-ordering the book will NOT grant you access to the event.If you purchase a book-bundled ticket but are unable to attend the event, your book will be placed on hold at our Lake Forest Park store. You may request to have your book transferred to our Ravenna or Seward Park neighborhood stores.Copies of Lucky Day and other books by Chuck Tingle will be available for purchase at the store. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book in advance! Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. About Lucky Day. . .Lucky Dayis the latest from Chuck Tingle,USA Todaybestselling author ofCamp DamascusandBury Your Gays,where one woman must go up against horrifying odds to save the world. Four years ago, an unthinkable disaster occurred. In what was later known as the Low-Probability Event, eight million people were killed in a single day, each of them dying in improbable, bizarre ways: strangled by balloon ropes, torn apart by exploding manhole covers, attacked by a chimpanzee wielding a typewriter. A day of freak accidents that proved anything is possible, no matter the odds. Luck is real now, and it's not always good. Vera, a former statistics and probability professor, lost everything that day, and she still struggles to make sense of the unbelievable catastrophe. To her, the LPE proved that the God of Order is dead and nothing matters anymore. When Special Agent Layne shows up on Vera’s doorstep, she learns he's investigating a suspiciously—and statistically impossibly—lucky casino. He needs her help to prove the casino’s success is connected to the deaths of millions, and it's Vera's last chance to make sense of a world that doesn’t. Because what's happening in Vegas isn't staying there, and she's the only thing that stands between the world and another deadly improbability. Chuck Tingle is the USA Today bestselling author of Camp Damascus and Bury Your Gays. Camp Damascus was a finalist for the Bram Stoker and CALIBA Golden Poppy Award. Chuck is a mysterious force of energy behind sunglasses and a pink mask. He is also an anonymous author of romance, horror, and fantasy. Chuck was born in Home of Truth, Utah and now lives in Los Angeles, California. Chuck writes to prove love is real, because love is the most important tool we have when resisting the endless cosmic void. Not everything people say about Chuck is true, but the important parts are. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris — The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom is an extraordinary arts event that promises to take you on a thrilling journey beyond the ordinary boundaries of imagination. Set to be held at the enchanting Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park, this event will transport you to a realm where feline astronauts conquer the vastness of space and confront the perils of the Soup of Doom. Mark your calendars for October 12th, 2023, and prepare to be mesmerized by the awe-inspiring talents of Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris. As you step into the captivating world they have meticulously crafted, be prepared to embark on a cosmic adventure like no other. The event will commence at a time that will have you eagerly counting down the days until the clock strikes this momentous occasion. Secure your tickets now, priced at a modest $18.72, and ensure that you don't miss this opportunity to witness the unison of literary brilliance and artistic mastery. Immerse yourself in the magic of Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris — The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom, and let your imagination soar to new heights amongst the stars.

Welcome to the official page for the SIGNING EVENT: Chuck Palahniuk — 'Not Forever, But For Now'. This extraordinary arts event will take place in the vibrant city of Lake Forest Park at the renowned Third Place Books. Located at 17171 Bothell Way Northeast #A101, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155, this venue provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable evening with one of the most celebrated authors of our time, Chuck Palahniuk. Mark your calendars for September 9, 2023, as this is an event you won't want to miss. Immerse yourself in the world of Palahniuk's captivating storytelling as he takes you on a journey through his latest masterpiece. Tickets for this exclusive event are priced at an affordable $29.72, allowing fans and literary enthusiasts alike to experience the magic of Palahniuk's words. So, if you're ready to be captivated by the power of storytelling, secure your spot at the SIGNING EVENT: Chuck Palahniuk — 'Not Forever, But For Now' and be a part of a memorable evening that will stay with you long after the event concludes.

Aliza J. Sokolow, an acclaimed food stylist and photographer, will be hosting an exciting event at Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park. The event, titled "This Is What I Eat: Fun Activities for Mindful Eating," is a playful introduction to healthy eating and fostering a connection with our planet. It is perfect for both aspiring foodies and picky eaters. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with Sokolow as she discusses her new book and participate in a public signing. The event is free and open to the public, but advance registration is highly recommended for important updates. By purchasing a copy of Sokolow's book, you can support the sustainability of the author series. "This Is What I Eat" is an interactive activity book that takes young readers on a culinary journey, exploring different dietary preferences and the cultural aspects of food. With over 30 activities and journal pages, this book is a delightful keepsake for children interested in exploring the world of food. Aliza J. Sokolow's work has been recognized with prestigious awards and can be seen in various media outlets. Don't miss out on this enriching event that combines food, community, and self-exploration. Learn more about this event and other exciting offerings at Trip.com.

Kendare Blake, the esteemed author, is excited to present her thrilling arts event, 'Champion of Fate'. This captivating event will be held at the renowned Third Place Books in the picturesque city of Lake Forest Park, Washington. Mark your calendars, for this extraordinary occasion is scheduled to take place on September 19, 2023. Get ready to embark on a mesmerizing journey filled with suspense, intrigue, and the perfect blend of fantasy and reality. With her masterful storytelling, Kendare Blake will transport you to a world where destiny hangs in the balance and champions rise to meet their fate. Immerse yourself in a realm where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, where heroes and heroines navigate the treacherous path of their destined quests. This is an experience you won't want to miss. Best of all, admission to this one-of-a-kind event is absolutely free! So gather your friends and family, and join the multitude of avid readers and fans eager to discover the secrets hidden within the pages of 'Champion of Fate'. Kendare Blake's presentation promises to be an unforgettable evening, filled with literary magic and the enchantment of storytelling. Be part of this extraordinary event and witness the birth of a new champion on September 19, 2023, at Third Place Books, Lake Forest Park.

Join renowned author Kate Lebo as she presents her new cookbook, "Pie School: Lessons in Fruit, Flour, and Butter," at Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park. This updated edition of her 2014 book features 80 delicious pie recipes, including 20 new pies and a new chapter on difficult fruit pies. Learn the tricks to making enviable crusts with heritage whole grain flours, and discover easy weeknight savory pies for a comforting dinner option. Kate Lebo's humorous and encouraging voice shines through as she not only shares great pie recipes but also delves into the social history and meaning of pie. This free event is open to the public and will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Don't miss the opportunity to connect your baking practices to local foodsheds and family traditions while acquiring all the skills you need to make the best pie of your life. Purchase a copy of "Pie School" to support our author series and enhance your baking repertoire. Register in advance for this highly recommended event. For more information, please visit thirdplacebooks.com/events.

Get ready for an unforgettable arts event as Peter Brown presents 'The Wild Robot Protects'! This compelling showcase of creativity is set to take place on October 1, 2023, at the renowned Third Place Books, nestled in the heart of Lake Forest Park. With its captivating storyline and captivating performances, this event promises an evening of pure artistic magic. The venue, located at 17171 Bothell Way Northeast #A101, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155, will provide the perfect backdrop for this extraordinary experience. Immerse yourself in the world of Peter Brown's imagination as you witness the wild robot come to life in a breathtaking performance. Mark your calendars, because this is an event you won't want to miss! Secure your tickets now for just $19.81 and be prepared to be transported to a world where technology and nature collide. Let the Wild Robot Protects captivate your senses and leave you in awe of the power of art.

Hua Hsu with E.J. Koh — 'Stay True: A Memoir' is an arts event that you definitely don't want to miss! Happening in the beautiful city of Lake Forest Park at the renowned Third Place Books, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience. On October 11, 2023, prepare yourself to be immersed in the world of storytelling and self-discovery as Hua Hsu and E.J. Koh take the stage to share their incredible memoir. The venue, located at 17171 Bothell Way Northeast #A101, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155, offers a cozy and intimate setting where you can fully engage with the authors and their stories. Tickets for this remarkable event are available at an affordable price, ranging from $5 to $18.72. So, mark your calendars and ensure you secure your spot for an evening that will leave you inspired, moved, and eager to embrace the power of truth. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the depths of the human experience with Hua Hsu and E.J. Koh — 'Stay True: A Memoir'.

Mark your calendars for a captivating arts event coming soon to Lake Forest Park. Hua Hsu, a renowned writer, presents 'Stay True: A Memoir' at the illustrious Third Place Books. This literary extravaganza is set to take place on October 11, 2023. Prepare to be transported into the depths of Hua Hsu's soul as he shares his remarkable journey through the pages of his memoir. Delve into the trials and triumphs, the heartaches and happiness that have shaped his life. The venue, located at 17171 Bothell Way Northeast #A101, is the perfect setting for this profound exploration. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of the space, as you embark on a profound introspective journey. The ticket price for this remarkable event ranges from a mere $5 to $18.72, ensuring accessibility to all who yearn for enlightenment. Hua Hsu's 'Stay True: A Memoir' is a testament to the power of storytelling and the resilience of the human spirit. It is an event not to be missed, as it promises to leave an indelible mark on all who attend. So, clear your schedules, gather your friends, and prepare to be moved by the poetic words of Hua Hsu.

Join the ultimate tailgate extravaganza, Seahawks Tailgate! On October 22, 2023, the city of Lake Forest Park will come alive with a night of epic fun and team spirit. This adult event will be held at the venue located at 15041 Bothell Way NE. Get ready to raise your game-day spirit to new heights at this unforgettable pre-game party. Immerse yourself in the game-watching heaven, where large screens ensure you won't miss a moment of the action. Surround yourself with fellow fans and cheer on your favorite team in style. Satisfy your taste buds with a mouthwatering array of delicious tailgate fare, from classic favorites to culinary delights. Entertainment is guaranteed with a variety of tailgate games, including cornhole, board games, and coloring. Keep everyone entertained and enjoy the camaraderie. No tailgate is complete without your favorite beverages, and we have a beverage paradise with a variety of cold drinks for you to enjoy. Deck yourself out in your team's colors and show your spirit at the dedicated team spirit zone. Face painting, temporary tattoos, and more await you. Remember to respect the space and the fans around you, drink and smoke responsibly, and appoint a designated driver if necessary. Sport your team's colors, jerseys, and any other fan gear you have. The more spirited, the better! This is an event you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars for October 22, 2023, and get ready to party and show your Seahawks pride at Seahawks Tailgate! Admission is free, but please bring valid ID as this is an adult event (21+).

Stephan Pastis, the renowned artist and author, is thrilled to present his latest creation, 'Looking Up', at Third Place Books in the beautiful city of Lake Forest Park. On October 30, 2023, this extraordinary arts event will take place at 17171 Bothell Way NE #A101, promising a captivating experience for all attendees. Delve into the depths of Pastis' imaginative world as he unveils his artistic genius and storytelling prowess. With tickets available at no cost, this is an opportunity that should not be missed. 'Looking Up' promises to transport you to a realm where creativity knows no bounds. Stephan Pastis, with his unparalleled talent, will leave you spellbound as he takes you on an enchanting journey through his captivating artwork. Immerse yourself in the depths of his imagination as he masterfully brings his characters to life on the canvas. Don't miss your chance to witness this awe-inspiring event. Mark your calendars for October 30, 2023, and head to Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park to witness Stephan Pastis present 'Looking Up'.

MEET-AND-GREET: Tika the Iggy and Thomas Shapiro, a captivating arts event, will be unfolding in the serene city of Lake Forest Park at the renowned Third Place Books. Nestled at 17171 Bothell Way Northeast #A101, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155, this intimate gathering will take place on November 1, 2023. Anticipation is mounting as the clock ticks closer to the event, with tickets slated to go on sale at 2:00 PM on August 4. This meet-and-greet promises an extraordinary opportunity to encounter the enigmatic Tika the Iggy and the prodigious Thomas Shapiro. As the attendees immerse themselves in this creative extravaganza, they will be captivated by the sheer brilliance and artistry of these remarkable individuals. The enchantment of Tika the Iggy's ethereal melodies and Thomas Shapiro's profound storytelling will transport the audience into a world of boundless imagination. This veritable feast for the senses will leave art enthusiasts craving for more. So mark your calendars and secure your spot at the MEET-AND-GREET: Tika the Iggy and Thomas Shapiro — an event that promises to ignite your passion for art and leave an indelible mark on your soul.

Join the Emerald Ballet Theatre Orchestra and dancers of all ages for a captivating holiday production of The Nutcracker. Presented by Emerald Ballet Theatre, this 16th annual production is set to take place on Saturday, December 2 at the Northshore Performing Arts Center in Bothell, WA. Directed by Viktoria Titova, the performance will feature the talented Emerald Ballet Theatre Orchestra, conducted by David Waltman. In addition, the Columbia Choirs of Metropolitan Seattle, under the direction of Katrina Turman, will also be performing during the December 2 show. The Nutcracker is a timeless ballet that has captivated audiences around the world for generations. With Tchaikovsky's iconic score, the enchanting story follows Clara on a magical journey on Christmas Eve. When Clara receives a special nutcracker doll from her godfather, Herr Drosselmeyer, her world transforms into a whimsical wonderland as the clock strikes midnight. Together, Clara and her beloved nutcracker embark on a captivating adventure, encountering dazzling characters such as the Mouse Queen, Sugar Plum Fairy, and more from the Land of Sweets. With breathtaking choreography, stunning costumes, and mesmerizing set design, The Nutcracker is a visual and auditory feast that is sure to delight audiences of all ages. Don't miss this cherished holiday tradition. Tickets are required for patrons of all ages and can be purchased for $21 - $49. Learn more about the Emerald Ballet Theatre and their dedication to advancing the arts at emeraldballet.org.

Experience the magic of the holiday season with Emerald Ballet Theatre's enchanting production of The Nutcracker, taking place on Sunday, December 3rd at the Northshore Performing Arts Center in Bothell, WA. This captivating ballet, now in its 16th year, brings together the Emerald Ballet Theatre Orchestra and dancers of all ages, under the direction of Viktoria Titova. Conducted by David Waltman, the orchestra perfectly accompanies the dancers, creating a truly memorable performance. Join Clara on her magical journey this Christmas Eve, as she receives a special nutcracker doll from her godfather, Herr Drosselmeyer. At the stroke of midnight, Clara's world transforms into a whimsical wonderland, where her beloved nutcracker comes to life. Together, they embark on an enchanting adventure, encountering dazzling characters including the Mouse Queen, Sugar Plum Fairy, and other memorable figures from the Land of Sweets. Featuring breathtaking choreography, stunning costumes, and mesmerizing set design, The Nutcracker is a feast for the senses. The timeless and beloved story, set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score, has captivated audiences around the world for generations. This cherished holiday tradition brings joy and wonder to audiences of all ages. Tickets for this extraordinary production range from $21 to $49, and are required for patrons of all ages. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of The Nutcracker with Emerald Ballet Theatre. For more information about the organization and their mission to advance the arts, visit emeraldballet.org.

Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated arts event featuring Emiko Jean with Jamie Lee Sogn presenting 'The Return of Ellie Black: A Novel' in Lake Forest Park. This exciting literary gathering will take place on May 8, 2024, at 17171 Bothell Way NE a101. The event promises a captivating evening filled with insightful discussions and enchanting storytelling. Best of all, admission is free, making it accessible to all literature enthusiasts. Embrace the opportunity to delve into the world of Ellie Black alongside these talented authors. Discover the magic of storytelling and immerse yourself in a world of imagination and creativity. Don't miss out on this unique chance to experience the charm of literature in the company of Emiko Jean and Jamie Lee Sogn. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of words and the beauty of storytelling.

Steven Johnson presents 'The Infernal Machine' at Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park on May 16, 2024. This unique arts event promises to captivate audiences with its innovative blend of technology and creativity. The venue, located at 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155, sets the stage for an unforgettable experience. Best of all, admission to this one-of-a-kind event is absolutely free. Steven Johnson, a master of his craft, invites attendees to immerse themselves in the world of 'The Infernal Machine' and witness artistry like never before. Mark your calendars and prepare to be amazed by this extraordinary showcase. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of something truly special. Steven Johnson's 'The Infernal Machine' is a must-see event for all art enthusiasts and lovers of innovation. Come and discover a new realm of artistic expression at this groundbreaking exhibition.

Excitement is in the air as Lake Forest Park prepares to host the much-anticipated signing event featuring Chris Colfer and his latest work, "Roswell Johnson Saves the World!" The event will take place at Third Place Books, located at 17171 Bothell Way Northeast #A101, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155, on June 10, 2024. Fans and literature enthusiasts alike can mark their calendars as tickets for this exclusive event will go on sale on April 25 at 6:00 AM. This is a unique opportunity to meet the talented author and get a signed copy of his latest masterpiece. Don't miss out on this chance to immerse yourself in the world of Roswell Johnson and witness Chris Colfer's storytelling magic firsthand. Save the date and secure your tickets early for what promises to be an unforgettable experience.

Deborah Harkness presents 'The Black Bird Oracle: A Novel' at Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park on August 1, 2024. This eagerly anticipated event promises to immerse attendees in a world of mystery and magic, as acclaimed author Deborah Harkness unveils her latest literary masterpiece. The venue, located at 17171 Bothell Way Northeast #A101, will host this enchanting evening where guests can delve into the depths of storytelling and imagination. With ticket prices ranging from $6 to $35, this is an opportunity not to be missed for fans of Harkness's work or anyone seeking an unforgettable literary experience. So mark your calendars and secure your tickets to witness the unveiling of 'The Black Bird Oracle: A Novel', a captivating journey into the unknown.