Willie F. Gray
seattle, wa
- Gender: Male
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- Member since: 2007-01-21 00:00:00
- Last log-in: 2007-05-10 00:00:00
- Events: 10
Events:
Seatle Maritime Festival
Where: Bell Harbor Marina/Pier 66
Date: 2007-05-10 00:00:00
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Thrill to the power of the biggest tugboat races anywhere. Take free harbor tours. Dive into the Chowder Cook-Off or one of dozens of other free events. It’s all a part of the fun during the annual Seattle Maritime Festival, May 10-12, 2007. A container ship full of free activities will be held during the festival, which is sponsored by the Seattle Propeller Club and the Port of Seattle. Most of the public activities will take place on the Family Fun Day on Saturday, May 12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Waterfront Park and Pier 66/BellHabor Marina on the Downtown Seattle Waterfront. Key events include: Tugboat Race and Parade to Post, May 12: It’s the country’s largest tugboat race, with 40 boats expected to compete in three heats, starting at 2 p.m. on the course from Pier 56 to 86. Beginning at 12:30 p.m., a spectacular parade of industry boats will be held along the waterfront. Competitions: Including Stories of the Sea Poetry Competition (May 10) World Invitational Survival Suit Races (May 12), Quick and Dirty Boat Building (May 12) and Chowder Cook-Off (May 12). Demonstrations and Displays, May 12: U.S. Coast Guard Sea-Air Rescue Demonstration, Tractor Tug Demonstration, vessel tours and displays about the waterfront are planned. There will also be free admission to the Odyssey Maritime Discovery Center at Pier 66. Free Harbor Tours, May 12: Thanks to the Port of Seattle, free harbor tours will depart from Pier 66. Kids’ Programs, May 12: Kids programs include free admission to the Seattle Aquarium (when accompanied by a paying adult), remote control boat exhibit, face painting, fishing pond and wooden boat building. 56th Annual Maritime Day Luncheon, TBD. Proceeds benefit local maritime industry non-profit organizations and charities. During the luncheon, the Puget Sound Maritime Achievement Award and the Elected Official of the Year Award will be presented. All events are subject to change. For further information, please call (206) 728-3163.
Marketing 101 for Small Business
Where: Seattle SCORE
Date: 2007-08-15 12:00:00
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Marketing can make or break your business. Get the essentials in this introduction that will help you refine your product, define your target customer, and promote like crazy. You’ll learn how to create a plan to maximize your time and budget, and you’ll get valuable tips for promoting on a shoestring. Topics covered: * Identifying market/customers * Packaging your product/service * Effective marketing tools * Getting repeat customers
Rosie Thomas
Where: The Triple Door
Date: 2007-12-13 19:30:00
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Rosie Thomas performs with gorgeous vocals, reflective lyrics and understated accompaniment.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Where: Moore Theater
Date: 2008-03-12 20:00:00
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With the power of gospel and the precision of Broadway, the members of Ladysmith Black Mambazo are the undisputed kings of mbube, South African a cappella singing. The group was featured on Paul Simon's hit album, 'Graceland.'
Kirby Larson: Hattie Big Sky
Where: University Book Store
Date: 2008-02-13 19:00:00
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For years, sixteen-year-old Hattie's been shuttled between relatives. Tired of being Hattie Here-and-There, she courageously leaves Iowa to prove up on her uncle's homestead claim near Vida, Montana. With a stubborn stick-to-itiveness, Hattie faces frost, drought and blizzards. Despite many hardships, Hattie forges ahead, sharing her adventures with her friends -- especially Charlie, fighting in France -- through letter and articles for her hometown paper.
Seattle TheatreSports!
Where: Market Theater
Date: 2008-02-09 22:30:00
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The longest running show in Seattle, and the first TheatreSports show in the USA! Two teams of improvisors battle to entertain you with games and scenes based on your suggestions!
Pwrfl Power
Where: The Comet Tavern
Date: 2008-03-06 21:00:00
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Kazutaka "Kaz" Nomura is PWRFL POWER. Strapped with an acoustic guitar, PWRFL POWER sings songs about unrequited crushes, going to Heaven and being yourself. He moved from Japan to Seattle in 2003. The Dead Science is from Seattle, Washington. Capillary Action's amorphous sound mixes disparate influences, unpredictable song structures, meticulous arrangements and unique instrumentation with catchy melodies, personal subject matter and an abrasive, often confrontational energy.
Aurelia's Oratorio
Where: Seattle Repertory Theatre
Date: 2008-05-07 19:30:00
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Enter, if you dare, the enchantingly nightmarish world of 'Aurelia's Oratorio' -- a dazzling display of stage illusion in the twisted tradition of Shockheaded Peter, Tim Burton and Edward Gorey.
Suede
Where: Triple Door Mainstage
Date: 2008-06-06 20:00:00
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Suede performs an eclectic blend of pop, jazz and blues that makes her one of the most unique performers working today. The 'Diva La Difference' is a consummate entertainer. Her swinging interpretations of the great American standards are one thing, while she also accompanies herself on piano, trumpet and guitar.