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  • Wine tasting at Picnic
    March 11, 5:32pm
    March is Washington Wine Month, so Picnic food + wine boutique is hosting a different Washington winemaker every Thursday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cost is $8, which includes tastes of five wines with paired bites.

    March 4: RULO - Kurt+Vicki Schlicker
    March 11: O'Shea Scarborough - Travis Scarborough+Darryn O'Shea
    March 18: Castillo de Feliciana - Ryan Raber (formerly of Tertulia)
    March 25: Bunchgrass and Walla Walla Vintners - Gordy Veneri

    picnic : a food + wine boutique, 6801 Greenwood Ave. N., 206-453-5867; www.picnicseattle.com.

  • Plant Amnesty founder presents 'Pruning Mature Gardens'
    March 11, 7:00pm
    The Broadview Garden Club presents "Pruning Mature Gardens" by Cass Turnbull, founder of Plant Amnesty, at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 11, at Broadview United Church of Christ, 125th and Phinney Ave. N.

    "Please join us for this lively and informative presentation! Cost is free, but donations to support the Broadview Garden Club and Plant Amnesty will be accepted."

  • Wine tasting at Phinney Market
    March 12, 5:00pm
    The Phinney Market at 5918 Phinney Ave. N. offers wine tastings every other Friday from 5-8 p.m. Cost is $5, and includes hors d'oeuvres. March is Washington Wine Monh. 206.829.9671;
    www.thephinneymarket.com

  • Monthly Greenwood-Phinney Art Walk
    March 12, 6:00pm
    The monthly Art Up Artwalk along Greenwood-Phinney is from 6-9 p.m. Friday, March 12. More than two dozen businesses will be open and showcasing various kinds of art.

    Businesses offering specials during the artwalk include: Carmelita ($5 happy hour menu all night); Emma Jean's Consignment (30-50% off during the artwalk); and Gaspare Ristorante & Bar ($22 three-course Italian meal all night).

    You can see a map of all participating businesses, and artist and artwork descriptions.

  • Unpaid Bills & The Cruzers at Wayward Coffeehouse
    March 12, 8:00pm

    Unpaid Bills & The Cruzers at Wayward Coffeehouse, Friday, March 12, 8-10 p.m., presented by Pacific Northwest Folklore Society.


    "The Unpaid Bills (Bill Rose and Bill Murlin) named themselves before the current recession. They continue to sing about money (or the lack of it) and life with a healthy dose of humor. The Cruzers are made up of the Unpaid Bills and Jim Portillo. They enjoy singing fun and meaningful songs with great harmonies. When an audience sings along, the songs get even better! They have the pleasure of knowing several of the artists who have written songs that they sing. These include Joel Mabus, Bill Staines, Gordon Lightfoot, Tom Dundee, and Tom Paxton. The trio got its name because each of its members plays a certain type of Santa Cruz guitar, which makes them both uniform and distinct at the same time. Join the Cruzers for a fun time, full of sweet sounding music. Free, donations welcome. The Wayward Coffeehouse, 8570 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle. Info: 206-706-3240, waywardcoffee.com, pnwfolklore.org.




  • The Unpaid Bills & Jim Portillo at Wayward Coffeehouse
    March 12, 8:00pm
    The Unpaid Bills and Jim Portillo from 8-10 p.m. on Friday, March 12 at Wayward Coffeehouse, 8570 Greenwood Ave, N. No cover. Bluegrass/folk. www.waywardcoffee.com

  • School Board community meeting with Sherry Carr
    March 13, 8:30am

    Seattle School Board member Sherry Carr, representing District II, holds her monthly Community Meeting from 8:30-10 a.m. at the Greenwood Neighborhood Service Center, 8515 Greenwood Ave. N.




  • Kids clothing and gear sale
    March 13, 9:00am

    Kid’s Clothing and Gear Sale hosted by Phinney Neighborhood Preschool Co-op from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 13th, at the Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N., in the Brick Building.


    "Need to outfit the kids in your family but don’t want to spend a lot? Amazing prices on gently used, clothing, shoes, toys, books, strollers, bedding, safety equipment, sports gear, car seats, costumes and more! Organized by the Phinney Neighborhood Preschool Co-op, this huge sale is great for expecting families and those with children 0-10 years old. All clothes are hung by size and gender to make shopping easy. Moms to be will even enjoy our maternity section!


    "There’s plenty of parking in the Phinney Neighborhood Center’s parking lots. So grab a tote and line up early for the best selection! Enjoy 50% discounts on many items starting at 12 p.m.


    "Want to offload things your family has outgrown? PNPC is also accepting tax deductible donations of gently used baby/kid clothing and gear. All proceeds help support the preschool co-op, and donations need to be made by March 10th. Please email PNPCKidsSale@yahoo.com for more information."




  • Fiberati art show and sale
    March 13, 10:00am

    Fiberati, a collective of fiber and mixed media artists including two Greenwood artists, is presenting its annual Spring Show and Sale, Saturday, March 13, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at the Good Shepherd Center, room #202, in Wallingford.


    "Come feast your eyes on amazing basketry, weaving, needle arts, quilting, collage, and more! Also on display will be the artists’ visual representations of their daily routines!"



    "Greenwood artist/costume designer Wyly Astley is drawn to making work that is experiential. Like a child who becomes a horse in a split second with nothing more than a string for a tail, she creates work that invites and encourages imaginative transformation, if only for a moment.

    "Greenwood resident Barb Renfrow-Baker is a school teacher who has worked in collage for ten years. She enjoys layering textures and colors while juxtaposing images from the natural and built environments."

  • Adams Elementary School auction to benefit the arts
    March 13, 1:00pm

    Adams Elementary School silent auction to benefit the arts-integrated school at 6110 28th Ave. NW.


    The Silent Auction is from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, March 13 at the Ballard Community Center. This family friendly event includes children’s activities, face painting, and more.


    "Adams Elementary is one of the few public elementary schools in the U.S., and the only public elementary school in the Seattle Independent School District (SISD), to fully-integrate visual art, music, dance and soon theater into everyday curricula. In addition to dedicated music classes and ongoing art projects, other subjects, including standards such as math and English, are taught with a fine arts flair.


    "The auction team is seeking donations of goods, gift cards/certificates or services that can be placed for auction. All donations are tax-deductible (to the extent allowed by the IRS) and may be delivered to the school office during regular business hours. More information can be found at http://adams.maestroweb.com/."




  • Wine & food tasting at The Shop Agora
    March 13, 1:00pm
    Wine and food tasting at The Shop Agora from 1-5 p.m. Saturday.

    "We will be sampling 7 phenomenal Chilean Wines! A new line for Washington is Xplorador from Chile. Each wine will be $9 and 15% case discounts for Xplorador will be offered for Saturday only. Come sample the following:
    Xplorador Cabernet Sauvignon
    Xplorador Merlot
    Xplorador Malbec
    Xplorador Carmenere
    Xplorador Sauvignon Blanc
    Xplorador Chardonnay

    .....and what you've all been waiting for- the exceptionally rated 94 Point Wine Spectator Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon 2006! We have it back in, only 1 case will be available for purchase. Don Melchor sells for $78 per bottle, for Saturday only we will have it for $67. Don't miss your opportunity to try this wine, it is never sampled!"

    The Shop Agora, Mediterranean Specialty Foods & Wines
    6417-A Phinney Ave. N., 206-782-5551, theshopagora.com

  • Theater improv at Couth Buzzard Espresso Buono
    March 13, 7:30pm

    Threshold Theater Improvisation Ensembles' "Spring Forth," stories of inspiration and new beginnings, at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March 13 at Couth Buzzard Books Espresso Buono Cafe, 8310 Greenwood Ave. N.


    http://www.thresholdensemble.org/Threshold_Ensemble/Welcome.html




  • Seattle Folklore Society's "Good Road 20th Anniversary Concert”
    March 13, 7:30pm
    The Seattle Folklore Society presents “Good Road 20th Anniversary Concert” with songwriter Heidi Muller, multi-instrumentalist Bob Webb and high-energy singer Dan Maher at 7:30 p.m. on Sat., March 13, at the Phinney Neighborhood Center.

    "Heidi and Bob will return from West Virginia to team up with Eastern Washington’s favorite folksinger, Dan Maher. Heidi’s song “Good Road” has been the theme song of Dan’s Inland Folk radio show for the last 20 years. Expect a night of beautiful harmonies, spontaneous humor and wonderful music on instruments ranging from mountain dulcimer to electric cello."

    Tickets are $15 ($2 off for PNA, SFS members, and seniors.) Children $7. Reserve online www.seafolklore.org or by calling 206/528-8523.

  • 'Assemble for a Cause' at Assemble Gallery & Studio
    March 15, 6:00pm
    Assemble Gallery & Studio in Phinney Ridge is hosting Monday night workshops to sew hats to donate to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.

    "Assemble for a Cause" invites people to the shop every Monday night in March from 6-8 p.m. Participants will cut and iron fabric, sew from a simple pattern, and donate the cotton hats to the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, to distribute to patients who've lost their hair from cancer treatment.

    Assemble will provide all materials, instruction and refreshments; donations at the door are welcome. Assemble encourages participants across the country to sew at home and mail hats to the shop (email info@assembleshop.com for patterns). A drop box will be available for fabric donations and completed hats until March 31st.

  • Greenwood Community Council meeting
    March 16, 7:00pm
    The next Greenwood Community Council (GCC) meeting is from 7-8:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 16, at the Greenwood Library. The agenda includes: updates on the status of the Neighborhood Park Acquisition; elections for board members; and Greater Greenwood Design & Development Advisory Group (GGDDAG) presentation on the Town Center rezone.

    Available GCC Board positions include: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and the following standing committee positions:

    Planning and Land Use Committee: to engage ongoing neighborhood development activities and to proactively engage in community planning and development utilizing existing City and Neighborhood plans, including but not limited to zoning, parks, and design review.

    Health and Safety Committee: to engage in neighborhood environmental health and safety issues, work with existing community/public safety groups including but not limited to G.A.I.N. (Greenwood Aurora Involved Neighbors) and local police/fire personnel.

    Public Outreach Committee: to engage community neighbors on matters involving the GCC, solicit community involvement within the GCC, manage GCC social events, liaison with other community social groups, and update social events calendar, including events not directly associated with the GCC.

    Transportation Committee: to engage in the maintenance and development of vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian circulation, including but not limited to sidewalks, traffic calming, crosswalks, pedestrian corridors and mass transit.

    If you are interested in any of these positions please forward your name to Trevor Stanley, GCC president, at info@greenwoodcommunitycouncil.org. Nominees will be given a few minutes during the meeting to present themselves as a candidate, describe their experience, & explain their approach to the position.

  • Spanish/English language exchange class at Senior Center
    March 17, 10:00am
    Learn Spanish and socialize through classes, followed by practice with native speakers at the Greenwood Senior Center through its Language Exchange Program.

    From 10-11 a.m., there will be classes for English language learners and Spanish language learners in separate rooms. After the one-hour class, the two groups will meet up so the Spanish language learners will practice Spanish with the English language learners who are practicing English! The program is followed by the GSC's homemade lunch from 12-1 p.m. The program is free, but lunch will be at a cost of $3 for PNA/GSC members and $5 for non-members. For more information, please call Marianne at 206-297-0875.

  • Wine tasting at Picnic
    March 18, 5:30pm
    March is Washington Wine Month, so Picnic food + wine boutique is hosting a different Washington winemaker every Thursday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cost is $8, which includes tastes of five wines with paired bites.

    March 4: RULO - Kurt+Vicki Schlicker
    March 11: O'Shea Scarborough - Travis Scarborough+Darryn O'Shea
    March 18: Castillo de Feliciana - Ryan Raber (formerly of Tertulia)
    March 25: Bunchgrass and Walla Walla Vintners - Gordy Veneri

    picnic : a food + wine boutique, 6801 Greenwood Ave. N., 206-453-5867; www.picnicseattle.com.

  • Greek system informational student forum
    March 18, 6:30pm
    The Seattle Alumnae Panhellenic is hosting an informational student forum on the university Greek System for high school seniors from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 18, at the Greenwood Library, 8016 Greenwood Ave. N.

    Questions: Contact carly_little@hotmail.com.

  • Beer tasting at Phinney Market
    March 19, 5:30pm
    Come sample beers at The Phinney Market, 5918 Phinney Ave. N., from 5:30-8 p.m. on Friday, March 19.
    No charge. www.thephinneymarket.com; 206.829.9671.

  • Help create new rules for multi-family housing in the neighborhood
    March 20, 10:00am
    The Seattle City Council wants to create new rules for multi-family housing options. That includes townhouses, rowhouses and apartments. Councilmember Sally J. Clark is holding a special meeting on March 20 at Greenwood's Taproot Theatre.

    "It’s time to change the way we design and shape new lowrise buildings in Seattle. City Council will change the code to make quality, sustainable, well-designed multifamily housing that synchs with the neighborhoods where they are built – and we need your help! This is a prime opportunity for Councilmembers to hear your feedback."

    The meeting is from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 20 at Taproot, 204 N. 85th St. Council staff will highlight some of the hot-button issues, such as parking requirements, building heights, density limits, code simplification, and design review requirements. Clark promises plenty of time set aside for hearing from constituents. Coffee and doughnuts will be provided.

    For more information, contact Clark's office at 206-684-8802 or sally.clark@seattle.gov.

  • Spring Cabaret at Couth Buzzard Espresso Buono
    March 20, 7:00pm

    The new Couth Buzzard Books Espresso Buono Cafe's first Spring Cabaret is at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 20. "Stellar Music from Cast Iron Maidens, Charlie's Basement and Heijera; Tap and Belly Dance, Poems, Jokes, and ...More. There are rumors that Theo is hard at work on one of his classic, edgy dark comedy pieces, and that Penny is getting blisters woodshedding on her guitar. Who knows? So, come early to both events and get drinks and eats at our Cafe." 8310 Greenwood Ave. N.




  • Hildman Strings performs at Music Center of the NW
    March 21, 4:00pm
    Hildman Strings, a community string orchestra directed by Janice Gockel, celebrates its 26th anniversary season March 21 with a performance at the Music Center of the Northwest, 901 N. 96th St. The concert begins at 4 p.m. For more information, go to www.mcnw.org/programs/ensembles/orchestras.htm or call 206.526.8443.

  • 'Assemble for a Cause' at Assemble Gallery & Studio
    March 22, 6:00pm
    Assemble Gallery & Studio in Phinney Ridge is hosting Monday night workshops to sew hats to donate to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.

    "Assemble for a Cause" invites people to the shop every Monday night in March from 6-8 p.m. Participants will cut and iron fabric, sew from a simple pattern, and donate the cotton hats to the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, to distribute to patients who've lost their hair from cancer treatment.

    Assemble will provide all materials, instruction and refreshments; donations at the door are welcome. Assemble encourages participants across the country to sew at home and mail hats to the shop (email info@assembleshop.com for patterns). A drop box will be available for fabric donations and completed hats until March 31st.

  • Aurora Avenue mural unveiling
    March 23, 6:30pm
    Community celebration and unveiling of new mural at 7615 Aurora Ave. N. Joint project by Sustainable Green Lake, Greenwood Aurora Involved Neighbors and City of Seattle. Meet the artists, enjoy free pizza and soda.

  • Spanish/English language exchange class at Senior Center
    March 24, 10:00am
    Learn Spanish and socialize through classes, followed by practice with native speakers at the Greenwood Senior Center through its Language Exchange Program.

    From 10-11 a.m., there will be classes for English language learners and Spanish language learners in separate rooms. After the one-hour class, the two groups will meet up so the Spanish language learners will practice Spanish with the English language learners who are practicing English! The program is followed by the GSC's homemade lunch from 12-1 p.m. The program is free, but lunch will be at a cost of $3 for PNA/GSC members and $5 for non-members. For more information, please call Marianne at 206-297-0875.

  • Phinney Reads 'The School of Essential Ingredients'
    March 24, 7:00pm

    Phinney Reads "The School of Essential Ingredients" by Erica Bauermeister, 7 p.m. on March 24, at the Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N. "Local author Erica Bauermeister will read from her latest book and lead discussion. Books are available at Santoro's for 15% off." http://www.santorosbooks.com/




  • Wine tasting at Picnic
    March 25, 5:30pm
    March is Washington Wine Month, so Picnic food + wine boutique is hosting a different Washington winemaker every Thursday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cost is $8, which includes tastes of five wines with paired bites.

    March 4: RULO - Kurt+Vicki Schlicker
    March 11: O'Shea Scarborough - Travis Scarborough+Darryn O'Shea
    March 18: Castillo de Feliciana - Ryan Raber (formerly of Tertulia)
    March 25: Bunchgrass and Walla Walla Vintners - Gordy Veneri

    picnic : a food + wine boutique, 6801 Greenwood Ave. N., 206-453-5867; www.picnicseattle.com.

  • Spanish Story Time at PlayMatters
    March 26, 10:30am

    Spanish Story Time by Polly-Glot Tots at PlayMatters, 7720 Greenwood Ave. N. Story time is at 10:30 a.m. on the fourth Friday of the month: Feb. 26, March 26, April 23, May 28, June 25.

    http://www.pollyglottots.com/ -- http://www.playmattersseattle.com/




  • Wine tasting at Phinney Market
    March 26, 5:00pm
    The Phinney Market at 5918 Phinney Ave. N. offers wine tastings every other Friday from 5-8 p.m. Cost is $5, and includes hors d'oeuvres. March is Washington Wine Monh. 206.829.9671;
    www.thephinneymarket.com

  • 'Assemble for a Cause' at Assemble Gallery & Studio
    March 29, 6:00pm
    Assemble Gallery & Studio in Phinney Ridge is hosting Monday night workshops to sew hats to donate to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.

    "Assemble for a Cause" invites people to the shop every Monday night in March from 6-8 p.m. Participants will cut and iron fabric, sew from a simple pattern, and donate the cotton hats to the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, to distribute to patients who've lost their hair from cancer treatment.

    Assemble will provide all materials, instruction and refreshments; donations at the door are welcome. Assemble encourages participants across the country to sew at home and mail hats to the shop (email info@assembleshop.com for patterns). A drop box will be available for fabric donations and completed hats until March 31st.

  • Spanish/English language exchange class at Senior Center
    March 31, 10:00am
    Learn Spanish and socialize through classes, followed by practice with native speakers at the Greenwood Senior Center through its Language Exchange Program.

    From 10-11 a.m., there will be classes for English language learners and Spanish language learners in separate rooms. After the one-hour class, the two groups will meet up so the Spanish language learners will practice Spanish with the English language learners who are practicing English! The program is followed by the GSC's homemade lunch from 12-1 p.m. The program is free, but lunch will be at a cost of $3 for PNA/GSC members and $5 for non-members. For more information, please call Marianne at 206-297-0875.

  • French Story Time at Childish Things
    April 6, 10:30am

    French Story Time by Polly Glot Tots at Childish Things, 10002 Holman Rd. NW. Story time is at 10:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of the month: March 2, April 6, May 4, June 1.

    http://www.pollyglottots.com/ -- http://www.childishthingsseattle.com/




  • Chamber 'Beer Me' event at Naked City Brewery
    April 6, 5:30pm
    The Greenwood-Phinney Chamber of Commerce holds a no-host get-together for Chamber members to socialize and for non-members and neighbors to learn about the Chamber – 5:30-7:30 pm Tuesday, April 6 at the Naked City Brewery & Taphouse, 8564 Greenwood Ave. N. Bring your friends! Special offer: The Chamber will buy ONE beer for any non-member that pays to become a member that night!

    Questions? Suggestions? Go to www.greenwood-phinney.com, email info@greenwood-phinney.com or call 206.789.1148.

  • Spanish/English language exchange class at Senior Center
    April 7, 10:00am
    Learn Spanish and socialize through classes, followed by practice with native speakers at the Greenwood Senior Center through its Language Exchange Program.

    From 10-11 a.m., there will be classes for English language learners and Spanish language learners in separate rooms. After the one-hour class, the two groups will meet up so the Spanish language learners will practice Spanish with the English language learners who are practicing English! The program is followed by the GSC's homemade lunch from 12-1 p.m. The program is free, but lunch will be at a cost of $3 for PNA/GSC members and $5 for non-members. For more information, please call Marianne at 206-297-0875.

  • Pacific NW Folklore Society concert at Wayward Coffeehouse
    April 9, 8:00pm
    The Pacific Northwest Folklore Society presents Carolyn Cruso from 8-10 p.m., Friday, April 9, at Wayward Coffeehouse, 8570 Greenwood Ave. N.

    "An acclaimed multi-instrumentalist and composer, Carolyn Cruso performs a diverse array of original tunes and songs as well as traditional music on hammered dulcimer, flute, guitar and voice. Her instrumental compositions are mainly for the hammered dulcimer and her material is largely Celtic. As a singer-songwriter she is a poetic lyricist, a powerfully expressive singer and a strong guitar player. Free, donations welcome."

    Info: 206-706-3240, waywardcoffee.com, pnwfolklore.org, carolyncruso.com.

  • School Board community meeting with Sherry Carr
    April 10, 8:30am

    Seattle School Board member Sherry Carr, representing District II, holds her monthly Community Meeting from 8:30-10 a.m. at the Greenwood Neighborhood Service Center, 8515 Greenwood Ave. N.



  • GAIN breakfast and cleanup
    April 10, 9:30am
    Greenwood Aurora Involved Neighbors (GAIN) invites you to a breakfast and neighborhood cleanup on April 10.

    "Depending on where you live, you can:

    Join GAIN and Greenwood Christian Church at 8018 Fremont Ave. N. We will start with a pancake breakfast 9:30-10 a.m., followed by a litter cleanup and graffiti paint-out 10-11:30 a.m.

    Join GAIN North and the Salvation Army at 9501 Greenwood Ave. Meet at 10 a.m. for coffee/treats followed immediately with the cleanup."