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American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) - Seattle Chapter
Events primarily in Seattle |
AIGA is Seattle's leading organization for design and design communications professionals. Regular meeting and workshops provide excellent networking and learning opportunities.
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Jet City Improv
Events primarily in Seattle |
JCI's weekly drop-in classes teach basic improvisation skills to make you better at speaking in front of others, which increases your chances of nailing that next sales presentation or job interview.
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Pomegranate Center
Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State |
Pomegranate Center helps communities become more livable and sustainable through programs that combine design and art. Supporters enjoy several excellent networking opportunities each year.
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Seattle Arts & Lectures
Events primarily in Seattle |
SAL sparks the imagination by connection people and ideas. Subscribers can hear from and meet with internationally recognized thought leaders on topics ranging from medicine to poetry.
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5th Avenue Theatre Producer's Club
Events primarily in Seattle |
Producer's Club members can meet and mingle with other 5th Avenue supporters in the Club Lounge before shows and during intermissions. Members are invited to major donor events throughout the year.
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911 Media Arts Center
Events primarily in Seattle |
911 Media Arts Center works to support independent digital media artists in the creation and exhibition of their work. In addition to videography workshops open to the public, members can participate in regular social and community events with great networking potential.
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ACT Theatre
Events primarily in Seattle |
ACT probes cultural boundaries, tackles social issues and penetrates hearts. Every play offers ACT subscribers an opportunity for socializing through behind the scenes programs, including wine tasting and ACT-Out for the gay and lesbian community.
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Allied Arts of Seattle
Events primarily in Seattle |
Allied Arts works to enhance the cultural livability of Seattle and to create a social network of people who care about the Arts, Urban Design and Historic Preservation. Member benefits include special event invitations, issues alerts and more.
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American Choral Directors Association - Northwestern Division
Events in Seattle and throughout Washington |
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Arab Center of Washington
Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region |
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Art Institute of Seattle
Events primarily in Seattle |
AIS of Seattle located on the downtown waterfront offers 2-year programs in all things design, animation, games, fashion, video production, industrial design, graphic arts, and culinary arts. Regular events on campus, such as wine tastings and video game competitions, are open to the public.
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Artist Trust
Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region |
Artist Trust supports Washington State artists working in all creative disciplines. This nonprofit group organizes several fundraising and professional development events each year where artists and patrons of the arts can meet each other.
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Arts Corps
Events primarily in Seattle |
Arts Corps offers free arts education classes to kids in grades K-12. Experienced teaching artists create rich learning environments in education facilities all over King County. Donors and volunteers who support Art Corps enjoy regular opportunities to meet and network.
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ArtsFund
Events primarily in Seattle |
ArtsFund supports the Arts in Seattle and King County through fundraising, grant-making and advocacy. ArtsFund provides excellent networking opportunities for artists and patrons of the arts who donate to the organization.
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ArtsWest
Events primarily in Seattle |
ArtsWest is a multi-disciplinary arts organization in West Seattle. ArtsWest members and donors are invited to behind the scenes events and the group's annual gala. ArtsWest Artists Association gives local visual artists a place to network while Seattle Playwrights Society provides a venue for local playwrights to meet and grow.
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ArtWorks
Events primarily in Seattle |
ArtWorks empowers young people through professional opportunities in the arts with specific focus on at-risk youth. The group's Youth Art Advisory Committee provides networking, idea-forming, leadership development for young local artists.
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Association of King County Historical Organizations
Events in Seattle and on the Eastside |
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Bainbridge Island Arts & Humanities Council (BIAHC)
Events primarily in Bainbridge Island |
BIAHC works to create an environment on Bainbridge Island in which the arts and humanities flourish. The group maintains a comprehensive website covering Bainbridge Island happenings and organizes regular events with great networking potential for its members and the public.
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Barbershop Harmony Society - Evergreen District
Events in Seattle and throughout the Puget Sound region |
This is the umbrella organization for men's barbershop musical groups throughout the Pacific Northwest.
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Bellevue Arts Museum
Events primarily in Bellevue |
Bellevue Arts Museum strives to be the Eastside's center for exploration of art, craft and design with an emphasis on regional artists. Members enjoy priveleged access to networking opportunities with other local BAM supporters at opening receptions, behind the scenes tours, lectures and workshops.
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Bellevue Chamber Chorus
Events primarily in Bellevue / Eastside |
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Bellevue Philharmonic Orchestra
Events primarily in Bellevue / Eastside |
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Book-it Repertory Theater
Events primarily in Seattle |
Book-it Repertory Theatre brings great books to the stage, adapting classic and contemporary works into critically-acclaimed theatre. Special author events, post-show discussions, and opening night parties offer behind-the-scenes insight with other local artists, writers and patrons.
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Central District Forum for Arts & Ideas
Events primarily in Seattle |
The Forum organizes programs that encourage thought and debate on the role of African-Americans in American culture. Members receive the group's newsletter, reserved seating at all Forum events and invitations to private receptions with speakers and performers.
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CoCA Center on Contemporary Art
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Cornish College of the Arts
Events primarily in Seattle |
With 800 college students and another 150 in preparatory classes, Cornish is one of the only private, nonprofit performing and visual 4-year arts colleges in the nation with programs in art, dance, design, theater and performance production.
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Docomo WEWA
Events primarily in Seattle |
Docomomo WEWA is a local community of individuals who share a passion for Northwest Modernism.
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dorkbot-sea
Events primarily in Seattle |
This Seattle-based spin-off of dorkbot-nyc organizes a monthly meeting of artists, designers, engineers, students and others involved in the creation of electronic art (in the broadest sense of the term).
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Early Music Guild
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Eastside Arts Coalition
Events primarily on Eastside |
The Eastside Arts Coalition represents organizations and individuals who create, present and support arts and culture in East King County. Monthly meetings provide regular opportunities for members and supporters to network with each other.
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Eastside Association of Fine Arts (EAFA)
Events in Bellevue and Seattle |
EAFA helps members meet their artistic goals through a wide variety of networking and learning events, and also other activities such as exhibitions and painting excursions.
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Eastside Heritage Center
Events primarily in Bellevue |
EHC works to build community and connect people with an interest the heritage of Seattle's eastside. Frequest events and volunteer opportunities provide excellent opportunities for new relationships.
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Eastside Nihon Matsuri Association (ENMA)
Events primarily in Seattle and Eastside |
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Ethnic Heritage Council
Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region |
EHC works to foster mutual understanding through the preservation and promotion of ethnic and cultural traditions. Members receive year-round information on events happening in vibrant ethnic communities throughout the Northwest.
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Field's End - A Writers' Community
Events primarily in Bainbridge Island |
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Flying House Productions
Events primarily in Seattle |
Flying House Productions is home to two of largest community choruses in America: Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus.
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Fremont Abbey Arts Center
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Fremont Arts Council
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Friends of the UW World Series at Meany Hall
Events primarily in Seattle |
The UW World Series brings exceptional international talent in music, dance and theatre to perform in Seattle. In addition to advancing the group's educational mission, financial supporters (Friends) get the opportunity to know each other at special intermission receptions and dinners with visiting performers.
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Frye Art Museum
Events primarily in Seattle |
Members of the Frye, Seattle's only free museum, receive invitations to members-only exhibition openings and receptions where they can meet other members. The Frye organizes regular art related workshops, each geared to a specific audience, such as teachers & students, youth or adults.
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Gage Academy of Art
Events primarily in Seattle |
Formerly the Seattle Academy of Fine Art, Gage Academy of Art is a school in the tradition of the Ecole des beaux-arts in Paris and the Art Students League in New York. GAA enrolls 2,200 adult students each year and involves some 7,000 members of the public in exhibitions, lectures and public events.
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GreenStage
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Hedgebrook - A Retreat for Women Writers
Events on Whidbey Island and throughout Puget Sound region |
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Henry Art Gallery
Events primarily in Seattle |
The Henry Art Gallery is the nationally recognized art museum of the University of Washington. Benefits for members at the Sponsor level include invitations to special events, the annual behind-the-scenes museum event, membership in the UW Dean's Club and more.
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Historic Seattle
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Humanities Washington
Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State |
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INTIMAN Theatre Playwrights Circle
Events primarily in Seattle |
Donors in the INTIMAN's Playwright's Circle receive invitations to special events, including the Season Preview Party and other opportunities to mingle with artists and supporters of this 2006 Tony Award winner for best regional theatre.
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Irish Heritage Club of Seattle
Events primarily in Seattle |
The IHC of Seattle organizes local activities of an Irish cultural nature, including concerts, plays, lectures, movies, parties and other social events. Membership is open to anyone interested in "Things Irish".
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Jack Straw Productions
Events primarily in Seattle |
JSP is a community-based organization dedicated to the audio arts. JSP provides residencies in sound and writing as well as arts and technology training for youth and adults. The group's state of the art studio production facilities is available for both members and the general public.
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Kirkland Arts Center
Events primarily in Kirkland |
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Kirkland Performance Center
Events primarily in Kirkland / Eastside |
KPC provides a home for the presentation, support and promotion of the performing arts in Kirkland. Marquee Circle members enjoy access to exclusive networking opportunities, including meet-the-artist receptions with other KPC supporters.
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KUOW 94.9 FM - The Broadcasters Circle
Events primarily in Seattle |
KUOW's Broadcasters Circle recognizes individuals who take a leadership role in their support of the station (local NPR affiliate) and its award-winning programming. Members receive advance notice of special events sponsored or hosted by KUOW.
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Ladies Musical Club
Events primarily in Seattle |
Founded in 1891, the members of LMC foster classical music in the community through education, performance and awards. Members can develop rewarding relationships by participating in a wide variety of activities with women of similar interests.
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Log House Museum / Southwest Seattle Historical Society
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Museum of Flight
Events primarily in Seattle |
Museum of Flight is the largest private air and space museum in the world with over 20,000 members, volunteers and docents, including many retired pilots, engineers, aviation and space experts and former executives with a wealth of experience. MoF is a leading events venue, hosting hundreds of private events each year for local companies and organizations.
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Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI)
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Nature Consortium
Events primarily in Seattle |
The Nature Consortium teaches local youth environmental lessons through the creative arts and hands-on conservation projects. The group's frequent workshops and annual Arts in Nature Fesitval provide excellent opportunities for meeting others who share an interest in nature and the arts.
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Nordic Heritage Museum
Events primarily in Seattle |
The Nordic Hertage Museum in Ballard offers an amazing number of ways for people interested in Nordic culture to connect, including concerts, movies, dance lessons, cooking workshops, folk painting classes and social groups foreither married or single young adults.
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Northwest African American Museum
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Northwest Asian American Film Festival (NWAFF)
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Northwest Folklife
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Northwest Watercolor Society
Events primarily in Bellevue |
NWWS was founded in 1939 to promote watercolor as an artistic medium. The group is dedicated to the artistic growth of its members and to being a major artistic resource in the Northwest.
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Nortwest Film Forum
Events primarily in Seattle |
The NW Film Forum is Seattle's one and only cinematheque. Its programs supporting the local film scene and community have been recognized nationally. Members receive invitations to parties and members-only screenings.
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On the Boards
Events primarily in Seattle |
On the Boards introduce local audiences to world-class innovators in contemporary dance, theater, music and multi-media, The group offers opportunities for artists to network with other artists, as well as with the community through Master Classes, Q&A sessions and the Speaker Series.
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Pacific Northwest Ballet's Backstage Pass
Events primarily in Seattle |
Backstage Pass is the Pacific Northwest Ballet's arts group for people in their 20s and 30s. Members can meet each other during hosted intermission receptions, post-performance parties, educational lectures and other behind-the-scenes events held throughout the year.
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Pacific Northwest Writers Association
Events primarily in Bellevue |
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Paramount Club
Events primarily in Seattle |
In addition to preferential seating and first shot at tickets for popular shows, individual and corporate members of the Paramount Club are invited to special Paramount events with excellent networking potential. Members can also host meetings, conferences or special events in the Paramount Club.
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Photographic Center Northwest
Events primarily in Seattle |
PCNW offers classes, workshops, lectures, exhibits, studio space and access to photographic equipment for people at all levels of expertise, including those new to photography. The center is open every day and serves as a gathering place and resource for local photographers.
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Pilchuck Society
Events primarily in Seattle |
The Pilchuck Society was established for individuals committed to artistic education, excellence, and innovation. Members receive special notification of annual events at Dale Chihuly's Pilchuck Glass School, including a special day on campus for members only.
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PONCHO
Events primarily in Seattle |
PONCHO is known for throwing some of Seattle's swankiest parties and attracting regional business, cultural and community leaders. Lacking a membership program, participation in PONCHO is best achieved through giving, volunteering and attending the group's events.
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Pratt Fine Arts Center
Events primarily in Seattle |
Pratt Fine Arts Center offers art classes open to everyone and also provides workspaces for local artists. Its events are a great way to meet others who share an interest in the arts in Seattle.
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ReAct: The Repertory Actors Theatre
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Reel Grrls
Events primarily in Seattle |
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School of Visual Concepts
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Seattle Architecture Foundation
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Seattle Art Museum
Events primarily in Seattle |
The "SAM" provides local art lovers a wide range of opportunities to meet and network with other artists and patrons of the arts. Members can join one of SAM's six art councils and participate in special events, including lectures, travel with curators and private exhibit receptions.
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Seattle Center for Book Arts (SCBA)
Events primarily in Seattle |
SCBA promotes hand book binding and related art forms by facilitating fellowship and exchange of ideas in the bookmaking community. Those interested can get involved by taking a class, attending a workshop or volunteering.
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Seattle Chamber Music Society
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Seattle Children's Theatre Champions Club
Events primarily in Seattle |
STC organizes regular shows, classes and workshops for the whole family. Champions Club members receive access to special networking opportunities, behind-the-scenes events and a cocktail party with STC's Artistic Director and Managing Director.
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Seattle Choral Company
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Seattle Dramatists
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Seattle Film Institute
Events primarily in Seattle |
SFI offers weekend, evening and full-time programs dedicated to providing students with the knowledge, skills, tools and experience needed to pursue a career in film, either as part of the film industry or as independent film makers or screenwriters. Regular open houses offer networking opportunities for the local film community and prospective students.
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Seattle Flute Society
Events primarily in Seattle |
SFS is a group for anyone with an interest in the flute. Meetings, ensemble performances, lectures, workshops, discussions and other special events provide excellent networking opportunities.
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Seattle Folklore Society
Events primarily in Seattle |
The Seattle Folklore Society promotes awareness, appreciation and preservation of folk and traditional arts in the Seattle area. Members receive the Society's newsletter, calendar of events, ticket discounts and invitations to participate in various folk related groups and events.
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Seattle Gilbert & Sullivan Society
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Seattle Graphic Artists Guild
Events primarily in Seattle |
Seattle Graphic Artist Guild members are local artists, designers, illustrators, art reps, 3D animators, videographers and visual design educators who meet monthly at networking lunches.
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Seattle International Children's Festival
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Seattle International Film Festival
Events primarily in Seattle |
SIFF works to enlighten, educate and entertain through film. Members are passionate about film, and receive invitations to the annual members-only SIFF preview event as well as admission to year-round screenwriter salons and preview screenings.
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Seattle Opera BRAVO! Club
Events primarily in Seattle |
The BRAVO! Club is a membership group for people in their twenties or thirties dedicated to celebrating Seattle Opera productions through a variety of social and educational events year-round. The BRAVO! Club makes opera fun.
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Seattle Print Arts
Events primarily in Seattle |
SPA is an association of artists, arts professionals and collectors with an avid interest in the expanding field of print arts and an appreciation of the print media.
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Seattle Public Theater at the Green Lake Bathhouse
Events primarily in Seattle |
Seattle Public Theater at the Green Lake Bathhouse is a nonprofit professional residency organization. Classes, auditions and other events provide regular networking and relationship-building opportunities for those interested in theater, youth theater education, late night comedy and music.
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Seattle Repertory Theater - The Crew
Events primarily in Seattle |
The Crew is Seattle Rep's social and subscriber group for under-40 professionals. Subscriber events offer the chance to socialize with old and new friends and get unique behind-the-scenes opportunities to hear from the cast, producers, playwrights and staff about how plays are produced.
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Seattle SeaChordsmen
Events primarily in Seattle |
This ain't your daddy's barbershop quartet. This group promotes and encourages singing barbershop music, good fellowship and charitable activities in the Greater Seattle area.
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Seattle Storytellers Guild
Events primarily in Seattle |
SSG keeps the art of storytelling alive and organizes informal gatherings, professional events, performances and training opportunities. Members include professional storytellers, writers, folklorists, traditional storytellers, oral historians, speakers, musicians, health professionals, librarians, and teachers.
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Seattle Symphony's WolfGang
Events primarily in Seattle |
WolfGang is Seattle Symphony's club for people in their 20s or 30s who share a passion for classical music. Both aficionados of and newcomers to symphonic music are welcome. Members can participate in fun social, educational and artistic events throughout the season.
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Seattle World Percussion Society
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater and Family Park
Events Primarily in Fall City |
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Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators - Western Washington
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Sons of Norway - Seattle Lodge
Events in Bellevue and lodges throughout Washington State |
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Studio East
Swedish Cultural Center of Seattle
Events primarily in Seattle |
The Swedish Cultural Center promotes understanding of Scandinavian countries through the celebration of Scandinavian culture and traditions. In addition to dining privileges, members can participate in the Center's interest groups and many educational and social events.
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Tasveer
Events primarily in Seattle |
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The 100th Monkey
Events primarily in Tacoma |
The 100th Monkey is a regular event for art lovers in Tacoma - it involves lots of schmoozing, eating and drinking with other local art aficionados and artists.
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The Seattle Theatre Group
Events primarily in Seattle |
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The Shunpike
Events primarily in Seattle |
The Shunpike strengthens the Seattle arts community by partnering with small and mid-sized arts groups to develop the business tools they need to succeed.
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The Writer's Workshop
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Theatre Puget Sound
Events primarily in Seattle |
TPS is a member-driven organization intended to strengthen ties amongst local theatre professionals. TPS members include actors, directors, designers, stage managers, technicians, and theatre administrative staff, as well as some of the Puget Sound region's leading theatre companies.
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Town Hall Seattle
Events primarily in Seattle |
Town Hall is Seattle's premier community culture center and venue for diverse music, arts and humanities, civic discourse and world culture programming. Members receive Town Hall's monthly calendar and priority seating at Town Hall-sponsored events.
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Victory Music
Events in Tacoma and throughout Puget Sound region |
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Village Theatre
Events in Issaquah and Everett |
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Washington Lawyers for the Arts
Events primarily in Seattle |
WLA supports the arts in Washington by creating alliances and making legal resources accessible to artists and arts organizations of all disciplines. Members receive priority registration for all seminars, invitations to members-only events and more.
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Washington Museum Association
Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State |
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Washington Poets Association
Events in Seattle and chapters throughout Washington State |
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Wing Luke Asian Museum
Events primarily in Seattle |
The Wing Luke Asian Museum engages the local Asian Pacific American communities and the public in exploring issues related to the culture, art and history of Asian Pacific Americans. Members receive invitations to members-only exhibition openings and special events with great networking and relationship-building potential.
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Women in Film Seattle
Events primarily in Seattle |
WIF/Seattle provides a forum for local women in film and television to meet, exchange ideas and support each other with regular educational and networking events open also to non-members.
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Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Events primarily in Seattle |
YCAC provides a physical space for community activities and events related to the arts and education along with volunteer, donor and sponsorship opportunities for those with an interest in local arts.
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Youth in Focus
Events primarily in Seattle |
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Youth Theatre Northwest
Events primarily in Mercer Island |
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