There is so much to do in our neighborhood this weekend. Enjoy!
Friday, December 12
- Opening of “Imaging the Arctic” exhibition at the Nordic Heritage Museum (3014 NW 67th St) This interdisciplinary exhibit explores the impact of climate change on West Greenland’s ecology and culture through the work of three women: marine mammal biologist Dr. Kristin Laidre, expeditionary artist Maria Coryell-Martin, and Finnish photographer Tiina Itkonen. Click here to find out more.
- Art Up Holiday Event w/ Tarot Card readings at Ballard Healing Arts (8314 8th Ave NW) from 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Art Up featuring artwork by FAYEZART Pottery, Tarot Card Reader Megan Skinner will be giving mini Tarot Card Readings and mini reiki and massage sessions.
- Nutcracker Sweets at ARC Dance Space (9250 14th Ave NW) from 7 p.m. ARC Dance brings the magic of The Nutcracker alive for families and the community in this child-friendly version of this holiday classic ballet that will warm your spirit. Tickets are $10 (children under 10) and $15 for adults. Click here to purchase tickets.
- A Festival of Lessons & Carols at Phinney Lutheran Church (7500 Greenwood Ave N) from 7:30 p.m. The Northwest Boychoir celebrates its 40th anniversary with the presentation of the 2014 Festival of Lessons & Carols concert series featuring eight regional performances and opening at Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church. Tickets start at $15. Click here to learn more.
- Live music at Conor Byrne Pub (5140 Ballard Ave NW) at 9 p.m. Psychedelic Holiday Freak Out concert. Click here to purchase tickets and for more information.
- Attack on Emerald City Theatre Festival at Ballard Underground (2220 NW Market St) from 10 p.m. Attack on Emerald City is a collection of 6 superhero themed short plays written, performed, and even improvised by local artists. Tickets cost $5. Click here to find out more.
- Live Music at Tractor Tavern (5213 Ballard Ave NW) at 11 p.m. Featuring Zepparella THE LATE SHOW. Tickets $20. Click here to purchase tickets and for more information.
Saturday, December 13
- Free SAT Diagnostics Test at Sylvan Learning (2232 Northwest Market Street #8) from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Find out how ready you are for the big test. Please RSVP first though at (206) 297-4595.
- The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: An A-Cappella Holiday Show at Philadelphia Church (7704 24th Ave NW) at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The Seattle SeaChordsmen invite you to join us for our annual concert of family-friendly traditional holiday songs, performed in ringing Barbershop harmony. Admission costs general $15 / senior $12 / student $7. Click here to learn more and purchase tickets.
- Nutcracker Sweets at ARC Dance Space (9250 14th Ave NW) at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. ARC Dance brings the magic of The Nutcracker alive for families and the community in this child-friendly version of this holiday classic ballet that will warm your spirit. Tickets are $10 (children under 10) and $15 for adults. Click here to purchase tickets.
- Ballard Art Walk is on at many businesses and art galleries all over Ballard from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Click here to check out more details.
- Down the Chimney Concert at Ballard First Lutheran Church (NW 65th Street and 20th Ave NW) at 7:30 p.m. The Market Street Singers invite you to set out a plate of cookies and a glass of milk while we wait by the chimney for Santa. This is a free event. Contributions are gratefully accepted.
- Live music at Conor Byrne Pub (5140 Ballard Ave NW) at 9 p.m. Featuring Hillstomp, Good Luck Thrift Store Outfit and Casey Ruff. Tickets $10. Click here to purchase tickets and for more information.
- Live Music at Tractor Tavern (5213 Ballard Ave NW) at 11 p.m. Featuring East Coast Jam Rock: Assembly of Dust with special guests Spyn Reset. Tickets $15. Click here to purchase tickets and for more information.
- Attack on Emerald City Theatre Festival at Ballard Underground (2220 NW Market St) from 10 p.m. Attack on Emerald City is a collection of 6 superhero themed short plays written, performed, and even improvised by local artists. Tickets cost $5. Click here to find out more.
Sunday, December 14
- Ballard Farmers Market along Ballard Ave from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Click here to see this week’s specials.
- Nutcracker Sweets at ARC Dance Space (9250 14th Ave NW) at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. ARC Dance brings the magic of The Nutcracker alive for families and the community in this child-friendly version of this holiday classic ballet that will warm your spirit. Tickets are $10 (children under 10) and $15 for adults. Click here to purchase tickets.
- A Festival of Lessons & Carols at St Alphonsus Church (5816 15th Ave NW) from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Northwest Boychoir celebrates its 40th anniversary with the presentation of the 2014 Festival of Lessons & Carols concert series featuring eight regional performances. Tickets start at $15. Click here to learn more.
- Open Mic at Conor Byrne Pub (5140 Ballard Ave NW) at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome. For more information click here.
- Live Music at Tractor Tavern (5213 Ballard Ave NW) at 8 p.m. Featuring KMRIA. Tickets $10. Click here to purchase tickets and for more information.
