Events

7 things to do this weekend: Mar. 17-19

Live Performance: Hot Java Cool Jazz – Friday, March 17, 2017, starting at 6 p.m. Five local high school jazz bands will perform. This will take place at the Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St, Seattle. Follow this link for details.

Quilting: Quilters Anonymous 36th Annual Quilt Show - March 17 – 19. It is described as probably the largest yearly quilt show in the metro area.  Event goers can possibly expect more than 500 quilts displayed from various categories and more. The event will take place at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds. 14405 179th Ave SE, Monroe, WA. Follow this link for details.

Seattle Women's Chorus: A Woman's World – March 17 – 19. From event site: This empowering multimedia concert features the premiere of a new song suite by Eric Lane Barnes, dramatizing the accomplishments of women including Susan B. Anthony, the notorious Ruth Bader Ginsburg, NASA's Katherine Johnson, and more. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, 201 Mercer St, Seattle. Follow this link for details.

Cultural Festival: Seattle's French fest - Sunday, March 19, starting at 11 a.m. This is a free event where people can enjoy various activities that are French. Expect live music, dance and more. This event will take place at the Seattle Center Armory, 305 Harrison St, Seattle. Follow this link for details.

Park Fun: A State Parks Free Day – Sunday, March 19, all day. There are more than 100 state parks where you can relax and enjoy the day. The State Parks' is celebrating its 104th birthday. Follow this link for details.

Foot Race: Mercer Island Half Marathon – Sunday, March 19. There is pre-registration, or event day registration begins at 6:30 a.m. The race begins at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St, Mercer Island, WA. Follow this link for details.

Pet Walk: Walk 'n Wag – Sunday, March 19, 10 a.m. – noon. This event is for dog owners and people who like to walk. There will be a 5k and a 3k walk option. This event will be at the Lake Sammamish State Park, 2000 Northwest Sammamish road, Issaquah, WA. Follow this link for cost and details.