Today's calendar:

Retiring state Sen. Ken Jacobsen co-sponsors a benefit for TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors), featuring a bugler, veterans, and "special guests."

Today, 4:00 pm. Location and details available here.

Drink to the memory of actor Dennis Hopper—and listen to the soundtracks to Apocalypse Now and Easy Rider—at the Hideout bar and gallery on First Hill.

Tonight, The Hideout, 4:00 pm to 2:00 am, 1005 Boren Ave.

Tune in the Seattle Channel to hear City Council Members Jean Godden, Nick Licata, and Mike O'Brien discuss the budget with awesome host C.R. Douglas

Tonight, Cable, Ch. 21, 8:00 PM

Tomorrow's calendar:

The Seattle City Council will vote on a new law requiring rental-housing inspections tomorrow afternoon.

Tomorrow, 2:00 pm, City Council chambers, City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave.

Coming up:

NARAL Pro-Choice Washington and allies in the pro-choice movement will hold a vigil to honor Dr. George Tiller, who was assassinated one year ago.

Wednesday, 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Cal Anderson Park on Capitol Hill.

Historians and developers will discuss the history and future of Seattle's streetcar network at a forum in the Central District.

Wednesday, 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm, Central Area Center for Seniors and the Community, 500 30th Ave. S.