PubliCalendar: Seattle's Skyline, Poverty-Wage Stories, and a Bike Breakfast
Today's picks for civic nerds
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For Friday
Seattle's Skyline Explained
Learn to put names to the buildings that shape Seattle's iconic skyline during a walking tour hosted by the Seattle Architecture Foundation. The tour will cover the construction, culture, and history of some of the most unique buildings downtown. Stops will include the Rainier Club, the Central Library, the Fifth & Madison Condos, and Seattle City Hall.
Seattle Architecture Foundation Tour: Chart Toppers & Heart-Stoppers, Fri, May 3, 10am (approx. 2 hours), SAF Gallery, 1333 5th Ave, Third Floor, Rainier Square Atrium, $15 in advance, $25 day of.
For Tomorrow
Poverty-Wage Story Slam
Stop by Doc Maynard’s in Pioneer Square during the first Thursday Art Walk for “On the Edge,” a a chance to hear real-life stories from poverty-wage workers in industries like home health care, food service, retail, and airport service. Hosted by freelance journalist Sarah Jaffe, who has written for the Atlantic, Alternet, and many other publications.
On the Edge: A Poverty-Wage Story Slam, Thurs, May 2nd, 6pm, Doc Maynard’s, 610 First Avenue, free.
A Bicycle Breakfast
Join business leaders, elected officials and fellow cyclists to benefit the Cascade Bicycle Club Education Foundation at the Ninth Annual Bike to Work Breakfast. Governor Jay Inslee, the keynote speaker, will talk about the benefits of investing in bike infrastructure. Registration for the breakfast is now closed, but day-of registrations are welcome.
Ninth Annual Bike to Work Breakfast, Thurs, May 2, 7– 9 am, Sheraton Hotel, 1400 6th Ave, $75 suggested minimum donation
North and Central Seattle Mayoral Candidates' Forum
Monday's raucous mayoral debate in South Seattle was just one of several opportunities this week to get a look, including Mayor Mike McGinn state Sen. Ed Murray, former council member Peter Steinbrueck, and relentlessly on-message socialist Mary Martin. The 46th, 43rd, 36th, and 32nd District Democrats are sponsors.
North and Central Seattle Mayoral Candidates Forum, Thurs, May 2, 6:30pm–9pm, Hamilton International Middle School, 1610 N 41st St, free
For Today
Civic Conversation over Cocktails
Seattle Channel host Brian Callanan, Seattle City Attorney Pete Holmes, OneAmerica Executive Director Rich Stolz, Crosscut Editor in Chief Mary Bruno and PubliCola's own Founder & Editor Josh Feit will tackle issues from ranging from higher education funding to immigration reform to changes at the Seattle Police Department—and any other civic issues you want to discuss.
CityClub Civic Cocktail, Wed, May 1, 6pm (doors open at 5:30pm), The Palace Ballroom, 2100 5th Ave, CityClub & Crosscut Members - $10, General Public - $12, Door - $15.
Neighborhoods and Housing Choice
The North District Council hosts a panel discussion on housing choices featuring, among others, Smart Growth Seattle's Roger Valdez. Expect a spirited conversation about aPodments, small-lot development, and the city's efforts to increase density while preserving single-family neighborhoods.
North District Council, Wed, May 1, 7pm–8:30pm, Lake City Library conference room, 12501 28th Ave NE, free.
National Bike Month
Get motivated to ride to work during National Bike Month by signing up for Cascade Bicycle Club's Commute Challenge. Join a team (or ride solo) and track your miles online; teams and solo riders will compete for prizes and award certificates.
Commute Challenge, Starting May 1; More information available from Cascade Bicycle Club.
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