Seattle Parks and Recreation news and events
Title of Installation: ChromaCyclium Organizer or Agency: Ken Roepe Date(s): August 1 – September 30, 2022 Installation Location: Westcrest Park Installation Description: ChromaCyclium is comprised of color acrylic inserts that are mounted in a metal hemisphere dome. Daylight shines through the dome apertures to project colored light in the dome’s shadow on the ground below. As the sun moves throughout the day the appearance will change. Installation Website: Ken@Ken-Roepe.Art
Title of Event(s): Watercolor workshops in the Park Organizer or Agency: Seniors Creating Art Date(s) and Time(s): Fridays, 8/5-8/26, 10am-12noon Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): South Park Event Description: In the midst of so many changes over the last few years, it is good to remember the beautiful and strengthening things in our lives. This class will focus on paintings of the little things that bring us delight and lessons on how to use color to bring life and feeling into every painting. Bring your curiosity and an idea of a significant object in your life to the first class. No experience necessary.
Title of Event(s): Acrylic Painting workshops in the Park! Organizer or Agency: Seniors Creating Art Date(s) and Time(s): Thursdays, 8/4-8/25, 11am-1pm Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): John C. Little Park Event Description: Try your hand at painting with acrylics! Art instructor Kelly Froh will lead us through 4 painting projects, subject matter varies every week, from urban landscapes to pets to masks. We’ll keep it interesting, if you keep an open mind! No experience necessary!
Title of Event(s): Watercolor workshops in the Park! Organizer or Agency: Seniors Creating Art Date(s) and Time(s): Tuesdays, 8/2-8/16, 10:00am-12:00nooon Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Judkins Park Shelter House Event Description: In the midst of so many changes over the last few years, it is good to remember the beautiful and strengthening things in our lives. This class will focus on paintings of the little things that bring us delight and lessons on how to use color to bring life and feeling into every painting. Bring your curiosity and an idea of a significant object in your life to the first class. No experience necessary.
Title of Event(s): Capoeira Rodas Organizer or Agency: Washington Capoeira Center Date(s) and Time(s): Every Sunday 10:00am – 12:00pm between 5/1/22 – 10/9/22 except 8/7/22, 9/4/22, 9/11/22 Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Judkins Park Event Description: Capoeira music, songs, instruments, movement, history, language, cultural art, ritual experience, and demonstration inviting kids, adults, and families to participate. Event Facebook: fb.com/wacapoeira Event Website: www.seattlecapoeiracenter.com
Title of Event(s): Park Swing! Organizer or Agency: Kevin Connor and Swing 3PO Date(s) and Time(s): Thursdays, August, 5:00-7:00 pm Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Dr Blanche Lavizzo Park Event Description: A series of community swing dance events at Dr Blanche Lavizzo Park, in the original epicenter of Seale Jazz, the Central District. Thursdays 5:00-7:00 pm, hosted by Swing 3PO, featuring original composition by Kevin Connor. Event Website: www.kevinconnormusic.net
Title of Event(s): The Seattle Project presents: In Their Stories You Will Find Them Organizer or Agency: The Seattle Project Date(s) and Time(s): Aug 5th 5-7pm Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Jimi Hendrix Park (8/5) Event Description: “In Their Stories You Will Find Them” is a series of live dance performances presented by The Seattle Project, highlighting local Seattle movement artists. This series explores themes of folklore in juxtaposition with contemporary perspectives and ideologies – reflecting on what has remained and what has changed. Event Facebook: facebook.com/theseattleproject Event Website: theseattleproject.org
Title of Event(s): From Hiroshima to Hope Organizer or Agency: From Hiroshima to Hope
Date(s) and Time(s): August 6, 2022, 6 PM – 9 PM Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Green Lake, northwest shore at West Green Lake Drive North and Stone Avenue North Event Description: On Saturday, August 6, candle-lit lanterns will float across Green Lake at From Hiroshima to Hope, Seattle’s annual peace and cultural event honoring the victims of the 1945 atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and all victims of war and violence. Pre-program activities begin at 6:00 p.m., and a family program with music, poetry, taiko drumming and speakers begins at 7:00 p.m. The candle-lit lantern ceremony begins at 8:15 p.m., with lanterns floating on the lake at dusk, offering a moving and beautiful conclusion to this free, community arts and cultural event. Event Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FromHiroshimaToHope Event Website: http://fromhiroshimatohope.org
Title of Event(s): The Taming of the Shrew Organizer or Agency: Young Shakespeare Workshop’s Revolving Company Date(s) and Time(s): Sun Aug 7th 5:00pm Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Pritchard Beach Event Description: Shakespeare’s knockabout comedy is stylishly set in 1960’s Italy with asides to spaghetti westerns and Italian horror. Very entertaining, bring a picnic dinner and friends and family! Event Website: www.youngshakespeare.org
Title of Event(s): Othello Park International Festival Organizer or Agency: Othello Park Alliance Date(s) and Time(s): Sunday August 14, 12-6pm Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Othello Playground Event Description: The Othello International Festival is a free, one day festival held in Othello Park that features a dynamic entertainment line-up of performing and visual artists that highlight Southeast Seattle’s diverse styles and cultures. We create a positive, safe, and celebratory use of this public space while providing opportunities for a diverse community to come together. Event Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/othelloparkalliance Event Website: https://othellopark.org/
Title of Event(s): “Feel Good” Series Organizer or Agency: Sundiata African American Cultural Association Date(s) and Time(s): 8/15/22, 12-6PM Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): MLK Park Event Description: The “Feel Good Series” is a Family Reunion type event to draw families and the community together a share Black Arts & Culture. Event Website: www.festivalsundiata.org
Title of Installation: Island/ Marshland Organizer or Agency: Tory Franklin Date(s): August 15 – October 9, 2022 Installation Location: Pritchard Island Beach Installation Description: A foot powered kinetic toy theater depicts the lowering of Lake Washington in 1916 that changed Pritchard Island into a marshland, and cycles back to an Island again. A hand turned wheel shows different dwellings through time that existed on the Island once known as Tleelh-chus, or Little Island Installation Website: https://www.folktalefabrications.com/island
Title of Event(s): 14/48: The World’s Quickest Theater Festival Organizer or Agency: The 14/48 Projects Date(s) and Time(s): August 19th and 20th shows at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Salmon Bay Park Event Description: Each day of 14/48: The World’s Quickest Theater Festival- 75 artists are randomly ensemble into creative teams in order to write, cast, rehearse, design, build, score, and perform 14 original 10-minute plays in 48 hours. Each play is performed twice each evening, once at 7:00 PM and once at 9:30 PM. Event Website: www.the1448projects.org
Title of Event(s): Community Youth Theatre Performance/Workshop Organizer or Agency: BAYFEST Youth Theatre Date(s) and Time(s): August 20, 2022 Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Westcrest Park, 10:30AM – 1PM, Highland Park Playground 3 – 5:30PM Event Description: Youth Theatre performance and community workshop for all ages 10 and up. Event Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bayfestyouththeatre
Title of Event(s): Off the Wall 2022 Organizer or Agency: 206 Zulu Date(s) and Time(s): Sat. August 20, 2022, 12-7pm Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Judkins Park (Street Hockey Courts) Event Description: Off the Wall is a one-of-a-kind annual art competition and community festival that spotlights the talented and diverse aerosol art community of the Pacific Northwest and abroad. The event is centered around the mural competition, where up to 15 artists collaborate to create murals. Event Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1361219467680900/ Event Website: https://www.206zulu.org/off-the-wall-2022/
Title of Event(s): BAZZOOKAFEST Organizer or Agency: BAZZOOKAFEST, The Vera Project & Northwest Film Forum Date(s) and Time(s): August 20, 2022, 12-10PM Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Jefferson Park Event Description: BAZZOOKAFEST is an annual physical and virtual space cultivated by and for BIPOC artists, creators, entrepreneurs, and business owners in Seattle to connect, celebrate strength in solidarity, and promote community access in the wake of disparity for black and brown artists. Our all-day festival employs musicians of color to perform live, filmmakers of color to have their work screened, and black-owned businesses to platform and sell their work on their terms. Last year, The Stranger “BAZZOOKAFEST is more than a festival, it’s a vibe” and South Seattle Emerald called it a “blueprint for more events and platforms that center BIPOC artists on their terms.” This year, it will be even bigger and Park & Play with Reconnect better.
Title of Installation: The People Make This Park Organizer or Agency: Jean Bradbury Date(s): August 25 – October 25, 2022 Installation Location: Cal Anderson Installation Description: 10ft hand painted and colorful portraits with cartoon portraits based on a community outreach event at Cal Anderson will be on display. Installation Website: www.jeanbradbury.com
Title of Event(s): Finding Trails Organizer or Agency: Penguin Productions Date(s) and Time(s): August 27th 2 and 5pm (Beer Sheva) and August 28th 2 and 5pm (Westcrest) Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Beer Sheva Park August 27th; August 28th Westcrest Event Description: Finding Trails is a festival of short plays created by local artists inspired by our parks. This delightful one-hour performance expands our relationship with the outdoors and our community, as we celebrate the role public outdoor space plays in our lives. Each performance will be followed by a community conversation with artists and audiences. Event Website: www.penguinproductionsseattle.org
Title of Event(s): Seattle Folklorico Festival Organizer or Agency: Joyas Mestizas Date(s) and Time(s): Saturday, August 27, 2022, 11 am – 4 pm Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Westcrest Park Event Description: The Seattle Folklorico Festival brings together the entire community for a celebration of the traditional dances of Mexico! This event will involve local Folklorico dance groups representing a range of ages and dance styles, all sharing dances that represent the regional diversity of Mexico and the connections between Mexico and our region! Everyone is welcome! Event Facebook: facebook.com/joyasmestizas Event Website: www.joyasmestizas.org
Title of Event(s): Nepal Festival Organizer or Agency: Dabuli Date(s) and Time(s): 08/28/22, 2:00PM – 7:00PM Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Volunteer Park Amphitheater Event Description: “Nepal Festival” is an annual cultural event to showcase live music and dances from different ethnic groups of Nepal and the Himalayan region. Besides, it is also an opportunity to explore Nepalese arts, crafts and cuisines. The goal of this event is to create a platform for local artists and the general public to learn and perform Nepalese music and dances as well as educate, engage and inspire the community to foster intercultural understanding and appreciation. Event Facebook: http://facebook.com/dabuliorg Event Website: https://www.dabuli.org
Title of Event(s): 28th Annual Back to School Picnic Organizer or Agency: Eritrean Community in Seattle and Vicinity Date(s) and Time(s): 08/28/22, 12:00 – 7:00PM Event Location(s) (e.g., name of park, picnic shelter, etc.): Pratt Park Event Description: This event will feature Eritrean and American food, fun activities for kids, entertainment including music and dance by the Eritrean Dance Group, performances by NW Tap Connection and a DJ; face painting, a balloon artist and henna artists; storytelling and sing-along sessions led by our elders; haircuts for boys and hair braiding for girls; and much more. We will also be giving away free backpacks and school supplies and will use the event to offer vital resource information and basic health-related and education services with the help of partner organizations and agencies.
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