Explore interactive art installations at Seattle Design Festival and more fun things to do this coming week

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What happens from August 20th to 26th?

If you want to take an outdoor stroll where you can explore interactive art installations and pop-up design experiences, then stop by Seattle Design Festival. The festival – a multidisciplinary event for all ages and abilities – takes place at Lake Union Park on August 21-22.

Since the Seattle Design Festival was founded in 2011, the goal has been to “unleash the design thinker in everyone, illuminate Seattle’s challenges and spark action,” said Annalee Shum, senior program manager, Design in Public Initiative created in collaboration with the Seattle Design Festival to encourage collaborative dialogue about design. The main goal is also to involve the community both during and in the development of the event, she added.

At the Seattle Design Festival, attendees can find art and activities created by over 75 local organizations and individuals. All work aims to highlight this year’s theme, “Emerge,” which provides practical opportunities to interact, collaborate, design and reflect on how Seattle has changed during the pandemic.

“Our topic is not about focusing on what we emerge from, but on what we achieve as a community – what we achieve while our community heals, when we move through significantly changed perspectives and think about new things Ways to use design, ”said Shum.

The festival’s content also traditionally focuses on issues of social justice and equity, she said.

Attendees can look forward to exhibits such as “Homebase” by the architectural firm Olson Kundig, “which is the result of a collaboration with Camp United We Stand and will really help develop some design solutions for people in portable homes,” said Shum. Attendees can also enjoy a block party lounge outfitted with furniture that will ultimately be used by youth designers, she added.

The Seattle Design Festival takes place August 21-22, 10 am-7pm in Lake Union Park (860 Terry Ave. N., Seattle). The event is free of charge. Further information can be found at: designinpublic.org

What is still going on

Here are some other events taking place in the Puget Sound area August 20-26. If you would like to submit an event for examination, please fill out the form at the end of the contribution.

Taste twenty-one – 20.-22. August

Enjoy Taste Twenty-One, Edmonds 21+ three day event with over 10 bands in a 2 acre beer garden on August 20th (2pm – 10pm), August 21st (noon – 10pm) and August 22nd (noon). 8 p.m.). Find ticket information online; 30 USD / day pass. 700 Main St., Edmonds; 425-670-1496; tasteedmonds.com

Street Hues: Seattle Urban Art Tour – August 21

Global Family Travels invites participants to an urban street art experience, 10 a.m.-12: 30 p.m., August 21 (and numerous other dates). Take a small-group walking adventure to discover street art in Seattle’s Central District and Chinatown International District. Participants will travel on foot and by tram to explore a variety of street art, from graffiti, tags, and “sticker bombs” to elaborate spray paint, brushwork, and stencil work. Register online; $ 49.55. 153 14th Avenue, Seattle; 206-890-3442; globalfamilytravels.com

Western Washington All British Field Meet Car Show – August 21st

Enjoy hundreds of British vehicles on the lawn of St. Edward State Park for the 32nd Annual All British Field Meet 10 am-4pm. The meeting includes the auto show, food, vendors, and cars for sale. $ 10 / cash parking fee. 14445 Juanita Drive NE, Kenmore; www.wwabfm.com

Plein Air Oil Painting: Summer Garden in Bloom – August 21

Learn to simplify shapes, apply color theory concepts, and create paintings that look fresh and cheerful in an outdoor class 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Participants paint a summer garden scene with dahlias and daisies contrasting with a still life get inspired install. This is a beginner course and all materials are included. Register online; $ 70 / member, $ 100 / non-member. 12001 Hauptstrasse, Bellevue; 425-452-2750; bellevuebotanical.org

Sip, Suds and Little Si – August 21st

Stroll the streets of downtown North Bend, enjoy local art, live music from Johnny7 and the Black Crabs, and stop at designated shops to sample local wines and beers. 6PM-9PM, start at the train depot to pick up your tasting tokens, then head out on your self-guided walking tour of shops, music, drinks, and more. Buy tickets online; $ 35. 205 E. McClellan St., North Curve; Northbenddowntown.org

StoryBook in the Park – 21.-22. August

StoryBook Theater presents “The Boy Who Wept the Wolf” at the Bellevue Youth Theater Amphitheater Park on August 21 (11 am and 1 pm) and August 22 (11 am and 1 pm). Free. 16051 NE 10th Street, Bellevue; 425-820-1800; storybooktheater.org

Summer Thunder: Taiko in the Garden – August 22nd

Hear the powerful tones of the taiko drums ringing through Kubota Garden 1.30pm-3.30pm Three taiko clubs will perform, including Northwest Taiko, Dekoboko Taiko, and Seattle Kokon Taiko. Free. 9817 55th Avenue S., Seattle; 206-725-5060; kubotagarden.org

Caravan Chronicles: ReUnion – August 22nd

Tacoma Arts Live and Theater Simple is hosting an interactive event for all ages at 1:30 p.m., created with audience participation in Lot B of Spanaway Park’s Customs of the Show. Free. 14905 Bresemann Blvd. S., Spanaway; 206-784-8647; theatersimple.org

BrasilFest – Aug. 22

Celebrate Brazilian culture during the week of Brazilian Folklore Day at the virtual BrasilFest 2-4pm. The festival includes Brazilian booty and capoeira (a Brazilian martial art), traditional food and cooking, a costume parade, music, workshops, dance and more. Streaming on Facebook and YouTube; free. brasilfest.org

Authors’ voices with Darrel McLeod – August 24th

The King County Library System will host an online discussion at 7:30 pm with author Darrel McLeod and Seattle poet Arianne. McLeod’s book Peyakow: Reclaiming Cree Dignity examines how a man carries his family spirit through the lifelong healing process. Register online; free. kcls.org