With 30 out of 39 Washington State counties at high wildfire risk due to lack of rain, it seems like a good time to think about water.

Tonight, for one night only, Northwest Film Forum will show a collection of short films commissioned by Seattle Public Utilities to explore water quality and stewardship issues.

The program includes work by SJ Chiro, Britta Johnson, Susan Robb, Luke Sieczek and Rick Stevenson.

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I'm most familiar with Johnson, who's a stop-animation genius.  Last winter, she collaborated with singer-songwriter Mirah for an uber-cute, slightly creepy album/dvd about insects.  I'd see this program for her work alone.

The program is free, but seating is limited.  Box office opens at 6pm.