Event | Jill Richardson | September 4th

Jill Richardson, food industry expert, activist, and author of Recipe for America, will appear at the historic Fx McRory's Whiskey Bar for a speaking, book-signing, and social event.

The no-host event, sponsored by the Northwest Progressive Institute , Sustainable Seattle, and Living Liberally, will be held Friday, September 4th, 8:00 - 10:00 PM at Fx McRory's, 406 Occidental Ave. S. in Pioneer Square. The section reserved is technically dining, not bar, so children are allowed.

Fx McRory's will prepare several vegetarian specials, including veggie spring rolls for $2.95. Drink specials include well drinks for $3.45, pints of local Mac & Jack's African Amber for $3.95, and an organic version of the brand new local cocktail sensation "Finamoré Pineapple Express" for only $3.95.

Author Jill Richardson is an expert on America's "food system", an advocate for sustainable, local farms, and founder of the blog La Vida Locavore.

Recipe for America provides an overview of the problems with our food industry, a vision of a sustainable food system, and delivers specific, viable policy recommendations.

For more information contact Robert Sargent at (425) 941-3134 or sarge@onthepress.com

Opening weekend of Seattle’s Link light rail | July 16 - 20

The long awaited light rail system connecting downtown Seattle to SeaTac international airport will start service this weekend on Saturday July 18th, 10.00 a.m. The trains will board the first passengers from Tukwila to downtown Seattle, with stops along the way in Rainier Valley, Beacon Hill, SODO and downtown. All train rides are free during the opening weekend with regular service beginning on Monday, July 20.

Seattle’s Mayor Greg Nickels wrote to the Climate Action Now Newsletter that work has begun for a light rail extension from downtown to the University of Washington. He said ‘..with the approval of the Mass Transit Now ballot measure this past November, we will bring light rail to Northgate, Bellevue and beyond.' He also said that the light rail will be a very different way of thinking about getting around the region. Indeed, this will greatly add to the many reasons that Seattle is the leading city towards sustainability and having sustainable transportation systems.

1st Annual Blake Island Environmental Reunion | July 31 - Aug 2

Announcing the 1st Annual Blake Island Environmental Reunion Camp for all who care about our local waters.

Looking for something different to do this summer? Seeking an alternative to the craziness of Seafair? Sustainable Ballard is spearheading one of the coolest events this summer. From the Robinson Crusoe Cocktail Hour to the America's Cup Chef Omelet cooking contest, the weekend promises to be an event to remember.

Date | July 31 - Aug 2
Location | Blake Island
More Info & Sign up | Event Website

Guest Chef on the Waterfront | July 15

FareStart produces two signature events each year – their summer tasting event Guest Chef on the Waterfront and FareStart’s Annual Dinner & Auction. Both events serve to engage the community in the FareStart mission and to raise funds to support our job training programs. For this year's Guest Chef on the Waterfront, join summertime revelers at Bell Harbor's Pier 66 & Elliott Hall to savor tastes from over 70 of the Seattle area’s most talented chefs, breweries, wineries and purveyors of fine food and beverages. (This is a 21 and over event. ID will be required for admittance.)

Date | July 15
Time | 6-9pm.
Location | Pier 66

Great City Summer Street Scene | July 16

Mark you calendars for Great City’s Summer Street Scene on July 16th from 5-8 pm on Bell St. between 2nd Ave. and 3rd Ave. Please join Great City as they celebrate their progress this year, honor their amazing volunteers, and embrace summer in Seattle as a community! Festivities will include live music with Orkestrar Zirkonium, street food from Skillet, drinks, and of course, good company. In the spirit of their work, teams are invited to transform ordinary parking spaces along Bell St. into innovative, sustainable, and inviting places for people as a harbinger of the new Bell St. Boulevard. Come view the results, learn more about Great City, and enjoy the party - new faces are always welcome!

Date | Thursday, July 16th
Time | 5-8 pm.
Location | Belltown on Bell St. between 2nd Ave and 3rd Ave.

Sponsors
Gold: Vulcan, Stellar Holdings, Clise Properties, Heartland, SvR Design Company

Silver: GeoEngineers, JC Mueller LLC., Lorig, Hewitt, Roosevelt Development Group

Bronze: Brady Montz, Harbor Properties, Renee Staton, Caron Architecture

CoSponsored by the Belltown Community Council and the Belltown Business Association

24th Annual Seafair Indian Days POW WOW | July 17-19

The United Indians of All Tribes Foundation holds this annual celebration on the beautiful grounds of Discovery Park, Seattle, Washington. The Pow Wow averages 400 - 600 dancers in full regalia, 25 drum groups, and 10,000 spectators which come to celebrate the richness of the Native American culture.

In addition to the dancers, more than 60 vendors showcase a wide array of Native American arts and crafts which include jewelry, carvings, intricate beadwork, artwork, tapes, CD's, and T-shirts.

Date | July 17-19
Location | Daybreak Star Indian Culture Center, Discovery Park
Website | Website