by Emerald Staff

Thurs., Jan. 16:

Vanishing Seattle Film Series Launch: Wa Na Wari

“Vanishing Seattle is excited to launch its series of short films that take a deeper dive into the stories of legacy, resistance, and resilience behind the #VanishingSeattle hashtag!

“We are premiering with a film about Wa Na Wari – a 5th-generation Black-owned home in the Central District that creates space for Black ownership, possibility, and belonging through art, historic preservation, and connection.

“Come join us at the Wa Na Wari house for the film screening (directed by devon de Leña + Chimaera Bailey) — plus art, food, & community. The event will also feature music and performances by Yirim Seck and Ebo Barton. Learn more about WNW at www.wanawari.org.

“The Vanishing Seattle film project is supported, in part, by 4Culture/King County Lodging Tax and the Northwest Film Forum.” All-ages

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Where: Wa Na Wari — 911 24th Ave
Cost: FREE

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Thurs., Jan. 9:

Artist Talk HIAWATHA D.

“An intimate evening in conversation with artist Hiawatha D. for insight behind the ‘Iconic Black Women: Ain’t I a Woman’ art exhibition at Northwest African American Museum.”

*Also check out Pre-King Day: King in the Wilderness Film Screening (Sun., Jan. 10).

Time: 7 p.m.
Where: NAAM — 2300 S. Massachusetts St
Cost: $10 (free for members)

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by Emerald Staff

This week, there’s not a whole lot happening outside of New Year’s Eve festivities, so we rounded up the best of South Seattle’s NYE events. Scroll down for a few post-NYE events!

Tues., Dec. 31 (AKA New Year’s Eve!):

New Year’s Eve with The Royal Room Big Band

“Party like it’s 1939! The Royal Room Big Band, led by Steve Treseler, brings you the swing of yesteryear, with a jazz dinner and swing dancing. Prix fixe menu and a cover charge for the musicians are included in the [prix fixe] price. The evening’s entertainment will include sonic renderings of pieces by Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Sun Ra, and more!”

Time: 7 p.m. (doors)–1 a.m.
Where: The Royal Room — 5000 Rainier Ave S.
Cost: $25–75 (to guarantee seating, make a reservation)

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Because TWISS usually comes out on Wednesdays, and this week, Wednesday happens to be Christmas, we decided to highlight a fabulous annual Christmas-day event that’s sure to bring cheer to all who attend…

Wed., Dec. 25:

Holiday Feast

“Chef Tarik Abdullah is calling a CITY WIDE ‘Chef Challenge’ asking chefs, local business, and restaurants to donate a large hotel pan of food to our ALL DAY holiday community feast on Christmas Day.

“We’re hoping to feed our community all day–breakfast, lunch and dinner!

“The annual event focuses on community organizing to provide meals, warmth, and community for any South Seattle residents (especially our community experiencing housing instability, vulnerability and homelessness).

“Come eat, build relationships and show love to one another!

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by Emerald Staff

Your Southeast Seattle holiday market round-up, take two (dates vary!): 

1. Annual December Native Art Market

“Join us for our annual Native art market and gift fair this holiday season! Free and open to the public, this event features local vendors and Native makers and artists showcasing goods including wood carvings, bead work, drums, prints, paintings, and more. Grab some fry bread and hot coffee and escape the Seattle winter for two weekends in November and December to find the perfect gifts for family, friends, or yourself!”

Time: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (daily 12/13, 12/14, & 12/15)
Where: Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center — 4705 West Marginal Way SW

2. Holiday Market at NAAM

“‘Tis the season to support Black businesses, small and big alike! Our holiday market provides space for business owners to directly connect with their communities and build within them. Our market will offer an array of vendors who specialize in apothecary, literature, home goods, African textiles and prints to so much more!”

Time: 12–5 p.m. (Sat., 12/14)
Where: NAAM — 2300 S. Massachusetts St

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Wed., Dec. 4:

ARRAY Film: The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open

“Two Indigenous women (Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers and, introducing, Violet Nelson) from vastly different backgrounds find their worlds colliding as one of them, Rosie, is fleeing a violent domestic attack. What begins as an urgent and terrifying escape tentatively expands as the women weave a fragile bond in their short time together while navigating the complexities of motherhood and the ongoing legacy of colonialism. Edited by Tony Massil. With music by Fawn Wood and Jordan Wilson, Chad Neufeld.”

*Also check out Blu Meadows Holiday Jam on Sat., 12/7 and the Holiday Paint Party with Artastic Events on Sun., 12/8.

Time: 7–10 p.m.
Where: Wa Na Wari — 911 24th Ave
Cost: $8–12

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Wed., Nov. 27:

Wolf Shop Wednesdays at Ola Wyola

“Wolf Shop Wednesday! The high school screen printing class at Interagency Southeast invites you to come support youth entrepreneurs selling their own t-shirt designs. Pop up and in on Nov 27th from 5-8 and meet the young designers!”

Time: 5–8 p.m.
Where: Ola Wyola — 4427 Rainier Ave S.
Cost: Free to attend

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Wed., Nov. 20:

Brighter Future: To be heard To be seen To be free.

“Come see this exhibition organized by the Ethnic Heritage Art Gallery and featuring artworks created by more than 50 local artists of color reflecting on freedom. The exhibition is organized by the Ethnic Heritage Art Gallery (EHAG) Board, a collective of City of Seattle employees including people who are of Black, Latinx, Native, White, Asian, and Indian backgrounds who showcase local artists of color and build appreciation for diversity and social commentary expressed through art.

FREE and open to the public.

The exhibition features 100 artworks including paintings, photography, sculpture, print, video and four installations.” Exhibit live through Jan. 11, 2020.

Time: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Where: ARTS at King Street Station — 303 S. Jackson St. (top floor)
Cost: FREE

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Wed., Nov. 13:

Domestic Violence & Interventions to Harm

“Join us to learn more about domestic violence and build skills around interventions to harm. Refreshments will be provided. For questions, concerns, access needs, contact volunteer@apichaya.org.” This is part of the API Chaya Community Education Series. Childcare is available upon request. 

Time: 5:30–7:45 p.m.
Where: 2100 Building — 2100 24th Ave S.
Cost: FREE

*Also at the 2100 Building this week, Accountable Communities Conference Report Back (Sat., 11/16).

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