THIS WEEKEND IN SOUTH SEATTLE—Trio Tres, the ART of Survival, Black Stax, and more!

Friday, April 6th

Music: Devin Sinha
Details: Devin Sinha with special guests Katie Kuffel and Tobias the Owl; 21+
Time: 7:30 PM
Where: Columbia City Theater—4916 Rainier Ave S.
Cost: $10 (Plus fees)
More Info: http://www.columbiacitytheater.com/events/

Music: Earshot Jazz Presents… / The Highsteppers Classic Soul Revue
Details: Early show (7 PM, $16; Student/Senior/Member discounts): “Earshot Jazz Presents: Kavita Shah & Francois Moutin”  /  Late show (9:30 PM, No Cover): “The Highsteppers keep the dance floor crowded with the hits you love and deep cuts you’ll be excited to discover.” ALL AGES (Until 10 PM)
Time/Cost: See “Details” (Above)
Where: The Royal Room—5000 Rainier Ave S.
More Info: http://theroyalroomseattle.com/

Music: Garden House Concerts—Crossing the North Sea
Details: “‘Crossing the North Sea’ is a collaboration between Hardingfela player, Rachel Nesvig and Scottish fiddler, Brandon Vance whose repertoire explores the cross-pollination of fiddle styles that have developed as a result of the maritime trade routes between Norway, Shetland, and points beyond!” ALL AGES; Presented by Beacon Arts 
Time: Doors, 7 PM
Where: Garden House—2336 15th Ave S.
Cost: $10–25
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/

Food/Culture: 8th Annual Plate of Nations
Details: “Seattle’s most diverse community is pleased to once again titillate taste buds from across the city for two mouthwatering weeks . . . Entrees with origins in more than 30 cultures will provide a rolling banquet of global cuisine unavailable anywhere else in the city.”
Time: Ongoing event March 23rd–April 8th
Where: Numerous South End locations
Cost: $20 and $30 sharable meals
More Info: http://www.plateofnations.com/

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Music: Community & Family Chorus Spring Concert
Details: Benefit for Plant for the Planet “PFTP trains and deploys youth as climate justice ambassadors in all kinds of amazing and effective ways, including suing Washington state government for not taking sufficient action to address climate change . . . Let’s take this opportunity to stand by [our youth] and support their amazing work! We have a very fun show to share with you . . . let’s raise a BUNCH of money for these kids!”
Time: 7:30 PM
Where: Columbia City Church of Hope—3818 S. Angeline St
Cost: $10–20 suggested donation
More Info: http://kathleentracy.com/

Community: Meat Raffle
Details: “Every Friday, come on down to the Skyway VFW post for your chance to get a great deal on fresh meat! ‘Meat’ some new friends and save some grocery money. Your dollars help support our great VFW post and all of the charitable work they do for our vets and our community.”
Time: 4–7 PM
Where: Skyway VFW—7421 S. 126th St
More Info: https://mywesthill.org/event/meat-raffle/

Music: Humble Urchin, Shine, Evie B
Details: Humble Urchin is Seattle based singer-songwriter Michael Hutchins’ acoustic based project; 21+
Time: 8 PM
Where: Columbia City Theater Bourbon Bar—4916 Rainier Ave S.
Cost: No Cover
More Info: http://www.columbiacitytheater.com/events/

Community: First Friday Networking Social
Details: “A staple at the Royal Esquire Club, First Friday’s has always provided the Grown & Sexy people an event to look forward to each and every month.”
Time: Doors, 7 PM
Where: Royal Esquire Club—5016 Rainier Ave S.
Cost: $10
More Info: http://royalesquireclub.com/event/

Movies: A Quiet Place, Black Panther, Ready Player One
Details: In addition to these new titles, this weekend Ark Lodge is also playing classic films: Purple Rain and Stop Making Sense.
Time: Showtimes vary
Where: Ark Lodge Cinemas—4816 Rainier Avenue S.
Cost: Matinee (before 5 PM)—Adults & Children $9, Seniors (62+) $8 / Evenings—Adults $12, Children (3-12 years) $9, Seniors $8
More Info: http://www.arklodgecinemas.com/movies

Saturday, April 7th

Film/Music/Poetry: the ART of Survival
Details: “Cambodian Americans will commemorate the victims of the genocidal Pol Pot regime while acknowledging the survivors who have held on to their identity through the trauma of war and resettlement through art.” Open to the public
Time: 1–8 PM
Where: Seattle City Hall—600 4th Avenue
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-art-of-survival

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Community/Work Party: Adaptive Streets: Rose Street
Details: “Join us and share your ideas, plus enjoy some food and entertainment. We want to give Rose Street a makeover! Instead of under used street space between Rainier Ave S. and Wabash Ave S., imagine a vibrant community park and gathering space.”
Time: 2–4 PM
Where: S. Rose St & Rainier Ave S.
Cost: FREE
More Info: http://www.seattle.gov/transportation/

Comedy: Beyond The Tippe: Comedy Showcase
Details: “Monthly open mic and comedy showcase. Featuring beloved friends of the show, as well as new and exciting comedians who will be gracing our stage for the first time. Comics: Please message [our Facebook event page] if you want to get on the list!”
Time: 9–11 PM
Where: Tippe & Drague Alehouse—3315 Beacon Ave S.
Cost: FREE
More Info: www.facebook.com/events/

Music: Trio Tres
Details: Music Night at Jude’s Old Town—Latin, Jazz, Groove, Swing; with Special Guest: Ryan Purcell
Time: 8 PM
Where: Jude’s Old Town—9252 57th Ave S.
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/

Music: Tangled Rainbows Presents… / Orchestra Zarabanda & Banda Vagos
Details: Early show (5 PM, No Cover): “Tangled Rainbows Presents Olivier Messiaen’s Quartet for the End of Time”  /  Late show (9 PM, $12 Adv. / $15 DOS): “Orchestra Zarabanda—Both the savvy and the uninitiated get up and moving to this irresistible dance music!” ALL AGES (Until 10 PM)
Time/Cost: See “Details” (Above)
Where: The Royal Room—5000 Rainier Ave S.
More Info: http://theroyalroomseattle.com/

Music: Seattle Band Bash
Details: Northern Pirate Radio presents Honor Hall w/ Wide Stance, Carbon Trap; 21+
Time: 8 PM
Where: Columbia City Theater—4916 Rainier Ave S.
Cost: $10 (Plus fees)
More Info: http://www.columbiacitytheater.com/events/

Music: Seanu, Micah Subar, Swingset
Details: “Micah Subar is a Seattle, Washington based guitar player, singer, songwriter, bassist, producer, and collaborator on an eclectic group of musical projects; Swingset is a a playground soul trio reaching back to the past for it’s joys and sorrows, and flying forward to see what kind of future we can imagine, getting a little higher each time.” 21+
Time: 8 PM
Where: Columbia City Theater Bourbon Bar—4916 Rainier Ave S.
Cost: No Cover
More Info: http://www.columbiacitytheater.com/events/

Music: Black Stax: The Homecoming
Details: “Black Stax returns to Langston Hughes for one special evening to honor the past and share excitement about the future. Black Stax will perform work from their new release ‘ILL-US-TRAIT’ Live Reflections (West Coast Edition), including favorites ‘Unexpected Shots’ and ‘Hope Dealer, Faith Healer.’”
Time: 8–11:30 PM
Where: Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute—104 17th Ave S.
Cost: $10
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/

Youth/Photography: 2018 Youth Curator: My Take Reception
Details: “Please join us to celebrate the 2018 Youth Curators in an exhibition this years project. My Take: No Place Like Here. A showcase of the groups creativity as the learning the basics of shooting and editing digital images and exploring the Central District . . . ”
Time: 12–2 PM
Where: Northwest African American Museum—2300 S Massachusetts St
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/

Community/Music/Food: 4th Annual Feast for Peace
Details: “Dinner. Entertainment. A Great Cause. The 4th annual fundraising dinner for Seattle Peace Chorus will feature music by the Eric Verlinde Trio and fine dining catered by Essence of the Thymes . . . Funds raised for this event will provide critical support for our ongoing work cultivating peace and social justice through music.” 21+
Time: 5–9 PM
Where: Mt Baker Community Club—2811 Mt Rainier Dr S.
Cost: $65
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/

Music: Success 12 Year Party
Details: “Success will be celebrating 12 years of being a band by playing a special set at the 9lb Hammer in Georgetown. One band, one set, one night only.” 21+
Time: 9 PM
Where: 9lb Hammer—6009 Airport Way S.
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/

Sunday, April 8th

Community/Fitness: Sunday Social Stroll
Details: “Did you know walking can improve your mood, coordination, and strengthens your bones and muscles? Calling all EARLY BIRDS, looking for a morning social group that enjoys the outdoors! ALL ages, genders, and fitness abilities are welcome!” Hosted by The Duncan Connection
Time: 9:30–10:30 AM
Where: Jefferson Park—3801 Beacon Ave S.
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/

Community: PAPER monthly meeting & folding
Details: “We are an origami interest group in the Seattle/Bellevue area. Our time is spent teaching origami models to each other, sharing origami resources. We also spend time at local community events teaching and introducing people to the art of origami.”
Time: 1–4 PM
Where: Seattle Public Library (Beacon Hill)—2821 Beacon Ave S.
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/

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Music/Food: Sunday School (Soul Brunch Series)
Details: Featuring DJs Maxwell Edison and Miss Lilli Trickbag (spinning all vinyl soul music); Specialty brunch pies from Breezytown Pizza; Kid friendly
Time: 11 AM–4 PM
Where: Clock-Out Lounge—4864 Beacon Ave S.
Cost: Free to attend
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/

Community/Music: Beacon Hill Songwriters’ Circle
Details: “Have you have been humming little songs to yourself? Perhaps scribbling bits of verses and choruses on napkins? Or are you playing and performing songs, but wondering if they could be a little better? . . . Come join our casual songwriter’s group and get feedback and support from other songwriters.” Hosted by Beacon Arts & Jack LeNoir
Time: 3–6 PM
Where: Jack LeNoir’s house (RSVP for address)
Cost: $5 (Suggested donation)
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/

Music/Dance: Visual Musician / Seattle Tap Jam
Details: Early show (6 PM, $20):Visual Musician—This all ages concert is hosted by Jessie Sawyers: Visual Musician. The event will feature a jazz trio and special guests, including performances by Jessie’s students.”  /  Late show (7 PM, Sliding scale $7–15): “Tap dancers and fans alike are invited to attend this jam session hosted by Jessie Sawyers. This event is inclusive to participants of all ages, abilities, and studio affiliations. ” ALL AGES (Until 10 PM)
Time/Cost: See “Details” (Above)
Where: The Royal Room—5000 Rainier Ave S.
More Info: http://theroyalroomseattle.com/