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Sheraton Grand 1400 6th Ave, Seattle Phone: (206) 621-9000

Saturday November 23rd, 2019 - Wednesday January 1st, 2020

A local tradition that began in 1992, the Sheraton Grand Seattle is proud to continue its support of JDRF’s Greater Northwest Chapter by hosting the 27th annual Gingerbread Village celebration. Each year, a talented team of local architects, chefs from the Sheraton Grand Seattle, and children collaborate to build elaborate gingerbread creations to raise funds in support of JDRF’s vision of a world without type 1 diabetes.

To create the event, which has raised over $1 million and is free for the public to attend, the Sheraton Grand Seattle annually donates over 8,000 volunteer hours and thousands of pounds of dough, icing and candy. The Gingerbread Village event has become a recognizable holiday tradition in Seattle and at the heart of this celebration is embracing cheer and fostering community while giving back.

These are displayed in the lobby of the Sheraton and it's just one of the fun things to experience in downtown Seattle during the holiday season. Another suggestion is to walk over to 4th & Pine and ride the carousal. The money from that also goes to a worthwhile cause which varies from year to year.

Save the date...
 

John Waters A John Water's Christmas Dec 5th Neptune Theater Seattle $35-$45)


A one man show from filmmaker and author John Waters.

Fairhaven Winterfest..........
 

Nov 29 - Dec 21st Bellingham, WA

Fun for the whole family. Browse shops, cafes, and restaurants. Horse drawn carriage rides, visits with Father Christmas, holiday market for gift shopping, tree lighting, treasure hunts and an array of other activities.

There is also a story writing and story telling contest for you creative types.

for more info https://www.fairhavenwinterfest.com/events

Art class...........
 

Go Figure! Life Drawing Session now - May 6:30 - 8:30 Bainbridge Island Museum of Art 550 Winslow Way E Brinbridge Island WA

Series of drawing sessions led by a teaching artist. Open to anyone interested in working from a model regardless of experience level. Bring your own paper and pencils. $20/session.

I assume this is on Saturday nights but for more info phone

206-842-4451

Last weekend to catch Chicago's........
 

Comic and Entertainment Expo (C2E2 for short) turns McCormick Place into a pop-culture mecca, stocked with mountains of books and merchandise as well as chances to meet your favorite creators, actors and artists. Head to the convention floor and you'll find cosplayers and attendees mingling in a sea of vendors hawking all manner of comics, toys and memorabilia. Guests like Matt Smith (Doctor Who), William Shatner (Star Trek) and Ivy Doomkitty (Heroes of Cosplay) will be signing autographs and participating in panels throughout the weekend. And if you want to see some amazing costumes, make sure to stick around for the C2E2 Crown Championships of Cosplay on Saturday, February 29.

Chicago Polar Plunge....
 

Sunday March 1st 10 a.m. 1600 N Lake Shore Dr North Avenue Beach

Thousands of brave souls take a dip in the icy waters of Lake Michigan each winter, a feat that would seem crazy if the participants did it just for kicks. Thankfully, there's a very good reason for annual the Polar Plunge: raising money for Special Olympics Chicago. Everyone who jumps into the frigid lake is asked to raise $200 for the charity (though it's free to come out and watch the festivities on North Avenue Beach). In the past, celebrities like Lady Gaga and Vince Vaughn have shown up to join in on the chilly fun—who know which famous person you might spot this year?

Going to be in Seattle tomorrow?
 

Check out Second annual Love In The Market 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Pike Place Market 85 Pike St Seattle FREE

Fun, Food, Tasting sessions, children activities, etc etc

Pop-Up Mural Scavenger Hunt: Back by popular demand! Right now, seven Market artists are hard at work, transforming bare walls into beautiful works of art. This year we’re doing something special…we’ve created a mural scavenger hunt! Each artist has hidden “29” somewhere in the mural; it is your job to find it! Find all seven and be entered to win a special Market prize!

Jen Kober, comedy show in April
 

Sorry if there was a better section for this post, but Jen Kober has some shows coming up, next one in Lexington, KY... 4/21-4/23.