CREATE | Black Art Takeover
Celebrating Black History Month is more important than ever. Join the NWAAM for a vibrant gathering showcasing local Black artists, makers, and creatives. Shop their pop-up market full of local creators, listen to exclusive artist panels, win special prizes at their raffle, view short films by Scope Screening, create art at their all ages studio, and enjoy bites from various food trucks. Plus, attendees can receive guided tours of two new exhibits: Where Do We Go From Here by Myron Curry and Recognition, Love, and Healing by AshaAung Helmstetter. Whether you're looking for one-of-a-kind pieces or just want to soak in the culture, this market is not to be missed!
February 22nd | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm @ Northwest African American Museum
LEARN | Hidden Brain: An Evening with Shankar Vedantam
KUOW is thrilled to present Hidden Brain live in Seattle! For the past decade, Hidden Brain has explored the unseen forces shaping our decisions, relationships, and emotions, helping millions gain new perspectives on their lives. Now, host and creator Shankar Vedantam takes the stage to share seven of the most powerful insights from the show’s first ten years. Whether you're a longtime listener or just discovering Hidden Brain, this evening of science, storytelling, and thought-provoking conversation will leave you seeing yourself—and the world—differently. Don’t miss the chance to engage with Shankar and fellow fans in this unforgettable live experience!
February 22nd | 8:00 pm @ Moore Theatre
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CONNECT | SIFF ‘n’ Stitch
Attention all crafty movie lovers! SIFF and Stitch Cafe invite you to join their ongoing series of crafting at the movies. With the lights on, you can socialize and craft while enjoying classic films. Bring along your small knitting, crocheting, stitching, weaving, or doodling projects—just leave behind anything that requires paint, glitter, glue, sequins, feathers, beads, or tools that need power.
The next edition of SIFF ‘n’ Stitch features John Water’s Hairspray—it’s the perfect blend of creativity and cinema!
March 16th | 12:00 pm @ SIFF Uptown