Oct 01 Thursday
Tucked away in a freezer housed within a concrete vault in Seattle is a treasure trove of genes. These genes represent the genetic diversity of some of Washington’s rarest native plants and are packaged in nature’s most efficient storage containers — seeds. The Miller Seed Vault currently holds over 1 million seeds representing over 150 rare, native species. Managed by Washington Rare Plant Care and Conservation (Rare Care), the seed vault’s mission is to collect and conserve seeds of the rare, native plant species of Washington for long-term protection. Come learn from the Rare Care staff how seeds are collected from wild populations and journey their way into our vault, safeguarding Washington’s biodiversity for generations to come. All the while learning about the biology of seeds, the science of seed banking, and some of the ways we break seed dormancy to initiate germination.
The Washington Rare Plant Care and Conservation Program (Rare Care) at the University of Washington Botanic Gardens is a conservation initiative dedicated to protecting Washington state's native rare, threatened, and endangered vascular plants. Rare Care’s Program Manager is Wendy Gibble and their Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator is Naomi Reibold.
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026 7:00pm Bellevue Botanical Garden, Aaron Education Center, 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA 98005
Program will be in-person & live streamed via Zoom. For information on how to sign up for Zoom, please contact our event web page:
https://www.wnps.org/cps-events/the-role-of-seed-banking-in-native-plant-conservation
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Stewart Wechsler, our Botanist Fellow, will host a plant ID workshops prior to this program at 6:30 PM. In addition to any plant samples the chapter botanists bring, attendees are welcome to bring in plant samples for identification.
Public invited, admission is free, donations appreciated
In 1902 New York, anything seemed possible. RAGTIME is a uniquely compelling exploration of America at the turn of the 20th century, weaving together three unforgettable stories: a daring Harlem pianist, a determined Jewish immigrant, and an affluent society woman. Each navigates a changing world, united by courage, compassion, and belief in the promise of the future.
With its Tony Award-winning score blending ragtime, blues, jazz, and show tunes, RAGTIME has been hailed by TIME Magazine as “a triumph for the stage,” and by the International Herald Tribune as “the best musical in twenty years.”
In a production marking our nation’s 250th birthday, this beloved epic musical bursts onto the Village stage, painting a vivid portrait of the people who built this country with hope for a brighter tomorrow.
Get ready to vibe live with Lamar Lofton and Leifo & dem – an epic night you don’t wanna miss!Hideout Presents ... "Lamar Lofton Presents" ... Leifo & demLeif Totusek (guitar) and Ngoma Numu (drums)Get ready for a night to remember at The Hideout with Lamar Lofton bringing you the freshest vibes! Dive into the sounds of Leifo & dem as they take the stage live. This is an in-person event you won't wanna miss—good music, good energy, and good times all around. Grab your crew and come through for some unforgettable beats and chill vibes!
Oct 02 Friday
Presented by KNKX. Al Di Meola occupies a rare and enduring position in contemporary music as a living legend whose work continues to define the present moment. For more than five decades, he has shaped the language of modern instrumental music through an unmistakable synthesis of jazz, rock, Latin, Mediterranean, and world traditions-marked by rhythmic sophistication, compositional intelligence, and extraordinary precision.
A GRAMMY Award-winning artist, Di Meola is the recipient of the Miles Davis Lifetime Achievement Award and the BBC Lifetime Achievement Award. He is a seven-time recipient of Guitar Player Magazine's Best Guitarist award and a multi-year winner of DownBeat Magazine's Readers Poll. His standing among the Greatest Guitarists of All Time is consistently affirmed by leading international publications and cultural institutions.
Di Meola first rose to global prominence in the mid-1970's as a core member of Return to Forever, the seminal ensemble led by Chick Corea. During this period, the group's recordings redefined instrumental music, expanded its audience, and established new artistic benchmarks that remain influential today.
Al Di Meola returns with his acoustic band and the program "The Guitarchitect," a refined concert experience that unites five decades of music, sweeping multimedia visuals, and the stories that shaped a lifetime of artistry. This tour is a celebration of legacy, innovation, and the evolution of the Di Meola sound - performed with the unmistakable precision and passion that have defined his world-renowned career.
Styled by the Streets: Black Women in Hip-Hop Fashion explores how Black women transform Hip-Hop fashion into a cultural and political force, transcending the boundaries of music to influence global style, self-expression, and identity. From streetwear to couture, hair to jewelry, and iconic photography, the exhibition showcases style as a powerful expression of Black womanhood across 30 unique artifacts. Layered in late 1990s and early 2000s denim, holographic finishes, and Y2K palettes, the gallery highlights the artists and cultural creators who bring these iconic looks to life—centering the women visionaries whose creativity reshapes Black and Hip-Hop communities through storytelling, authorship, and legacy.
Sponsored by KNKX. October is Tacoma Arts Month, featuring a wide variety of arts and culture events, programs, and exhibits for all ages all around Tacoma, some of which are free. There is something for everyone to enjoy: music, dance, and theater performances; hands-on experiences; cultural events; visual art exhibits; literary readings; workshops; and film screenings.
All you have to do is choose what you want to enjoy. Take this opportunity to experience something new as we celebrate Tacoma’s cultural community!
Immerse yourself in the world of legendary Oscar-winning composer Ennio Morricone, with musical selections from Morricone’s most celebrated film scores — Cinema Paradiso, The Mission, The Hateful Eight, Once Upon a Time in the West and more. This program blends live symphonic performance with curated film clips and exclusive interviews with actors and directors, plus exclusive footage with Morricone himself.
Local Olympia area artists display their work. Paintings, collage, fabric art. Join us for Arts Walk October 2-3!
Keynote Speaker: Willie Frank III (Qua-Lash-Qud), Nisqually Indian Tribe
This day-long conference will explore how local agriculture can adapt and build resilience in the face of a changing climate. The event combines classroom presentations with practical, field-based learning for farmers, ranchers, gardeners, local leaders, policy makers, and anyone interested in local food systems, conservation, and climate adaptation.
Topics include Assisted Migration of Wildlife and the Nexus with Farmland Preservation, Utilizing Dry Farming Practices in an Uncertain Climate, Farming with ESA listed species, Flower Farming in All Seasons, and much more!
View the full conference schedule on https://thurstoncd.com/.../upcoming.../unitedinconservation/
Questions? Contact Nora Carman-White nwhite@thurstoncd.com
Join us as we welcome members of the Latine community to the Aquarium. To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we’ll have a digital scavenger hunt, animal talks in Spanish and English (select dates) and more. Open to all members of the Latine community and other people interested in celebrating Latine culture.
Be sure to bring your little ones too! We’ll have special activities during Toddler Time on September 27 and 28, and October 10 and 11. Join us for a sensory-friendly early opening on Sunday, September 27 at 9am. For early-opening ticket information, reach out to connections@seattleaquarium.org.
