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Learn about local nonprofits like Inspirational Workshops that are doing work to cultivate local youth into agents of change and future professional leaders. Inspirational Workshops has been working with youth of color within the King County community for the past two years and is a catalyst when it comes to racial and social justice. The local nonprofit is focused on youth development, all of which are executed with curating social and racial justice in mind.

Inspirational Workshops targets youth development by using innovative ways to prepare them for success. This March, Inspirational Workshops will be launching a digital professional development program focused on Racial Trauma. This digital program is a student-led training that will be sent to schools in King County at no cost and will allow them to see youth execute professional training on the topic to educators. The program will include resources for educators to learn how they can create a positive culture in the classroom, defining trauma, and the youth sharing stories of experiences in the classroom.

Another successful program from Inspirational Workshops is titled “Trailblazers – youth of color blazing the trail for others to follow”. Join Inspirational Workshops through volunteering, giving, and spreading the word about their incredible work with the next generation of youth of color.

About Inspirational Workshops: The nonprofit organization was established in 2017 by Founder and Executive Director, Theresa Hardy. IW is currently partnering with Talbot Hill Elementary School and providing services to youth in the King County area. For more information, visit: https://www.inspirationalworkshops.org/

BUILDING “THE BRAND” AZSOUL/AZ100 – DIGITAL RADIO NETWORK

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D.Beaver/NW FACTS on Heard the Word Gospel Show Get your inspiration and spiritual blessings with Thomas Heard. Sundays from 8am-12pm on AZ Soul.

The Arizona Digital Radio Network was established in 2018. The company’s headquarters is in Phoenix, AZ. Our mission is to bring award winning content as the only media outlet to proudly serve the urban market in Arizona

The Arizona Digital Radio Network is a “high quality” all digital radio station app system accessible on many digital platforms. The stations that we currently provide are AZ100 and AZ Soul.

Relationship building matters, every step of the way in growing and developing a Brand. Check out the interview with Dennis Beaver Publisher / NW FACTS on Heard the Word Gospel Show Get your inspiration and spiritual blessings with Thomas Heard.   https://www.facebook.com/azsoulradio

https://www.facebook.com/az100radio/

Download the App AZ Soul & AZ 100

DJ Class Morning Mixx
DJ Class is giving you the hottest music in the mix weekdays from 6-10am on AZ100 and AZ Soul.

Heard the Word Gospel Show
Get your inspiration and spiritual blessings with Thomas Heard.
Sundays from 8am-12pm on AZ Soul.

Phoenix After Dark
Join your host, RL as he brings you the soulful sounds of the night.
Slow jams from the 80’s, 90’s and now. Weekdays from 8-10pm on AZ Soul.

Sincerely Soulful 2.0
Check out Lady Sincere playing the hottest R&B, progressive Hip Hop and Arizona local music. Saturdays from 10am-2pm on AZ Soul.

Saturday Night House Experience
Get your House Music groove on with DJ Mr. Showtyme. He’s bringing you the ultimate dance experience Saturday nights from 8-10pm on AZ Soul.

Sunday Night Jazz
Marks the Spot closes out the weekend with smooth Jazz to soothe your soul and relax your mind. From old to new, Mark gives you the best Jazz sound in Arizona and abroad. Sunday nights from 7-9pm on AZ Soul.

Island Vybes
DJ Skoolboi takes you to the islands on a Caribbean journey. Playing the hottest Reggae, Dancehall and Soca sounds. Sundays from 2-3pm on AZ100 & AZ Soul.

The Raw Mixx
DeeJay KayDee keeps it lit as he kicks off AZ100 uncensored programming. Uncut, unfiltered and explicit lyrics from 10pm-2am on AZ100.

FEED Your Soul AZ SOUL and KEEP IT 100 AZ100

MUSEUM OF POP CULTURE ANNOUNCES 2020 SOUND OFF! SEMIFINALISTS

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Tickets on Sale Now for the 19th Annual Showcase & Competition in February/March 2020
The Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) today announced the semifinalists for MoPOP’s 19th annual Sound Off!, the Pacific Northwest’s premier 21-and-under music showcase and competition. Out of more than 120 submissions, 12 bands and solo artists have been selected to compete.
The semifinalists were first announced on KEXP 90.3 FM’s Afternoon Show on Wednesday, January 15. Featuring talent from across the Northwest, this year’s semifinalists represent genres including punk, metal, singer-songwriter, and hip-hop, and feature artists ranging in age from 16 to 21.
“Sound Off! is a platform for young people to experience creative expression as a life-changing force first-hand,” said MoPOP Executive Director, Alexis Lee. “Sound Off! sets these artists on a path to pursue their dreams and to become a part of a thriving artistic community.”
Now in his 10 th year supporting the program, the competition is hosted by KEXP DJ Troy Nelson and held at MoPOP’s legendary Sky Church. The semifinalists compete over three weekends for the chance to perform at the finals, which will include a special live broadcast on KEXP. Participants qualify for prizes like gear and performance opportunities — including the chance record videos in KEXP’s performance studio. Winners from each semifinal round, plus a wild card band chosen by MoPOP’s Youth Advisory Board, advance to the finals, held March 7, 2020.
The judging panel this year includes: musician and composer Andrew Joslyn, KEXP DJ Abbie Gobeli, musician and Sound Off! Alumni Cameron Lavi-Jones, and musician Leeni Ramadan.
This December, Katyrose Jordan (member of Sound Off! Winning band i///u, 2019), Maiah Wynne, and Dreadlight (Sound Off! 2018 Participants) performed at MoPOP’s Founders Award tribute concert for Brandi Carlile. Other Sound Off! alumni have gone on to collaborate with local producers, record successful albums, and perform at top Northwest festivals like Timber, Northwest Folklife, and Bumbershoot. Past participants include Travis Thomspon, Kithkin, Special Explosion, Brothers from Another, Dave B, Manatee Commune, Naked Giants, Sol, Laza, and Parisalexa.
SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 15: SEMIFINALS #1
8:00pm (doors 7:00pm)
Kaia, Edmonds, WA (Indie R&B)
Ry Lucia, Seattle, WA (Singer/Songwriter)
Tiny Planet, Seattle, WA (Jazz/Fusion)
The Human Missile Crisis, Tukwila, WA (Punk/Experimental)
Saturday, February 22: SEMIFINALS #2
8:00pm (doors 7:00pm)
49th Parallel, Seattle, WA (Hip-Hop)
Mr. Dinkles, Seattle, WA (Punk)
Searows, Portland, OR (Singer/Songwriter)
thom.ko, Bainbridge, WA (R&B)
Saturday, February 29: SEMIFINALS #3
8:00pm (doors 7:00pm)
David’s Van, Woodinville, WA (Metal)
Mirabai Kukathas, Seattle, WA (Singer/Songwriter)
Seven Sky, Seattle, WA (Jazz)
Talaya., Seattle, WA (R&B)
Saturday, March 7: FINALS with live broadcast on KEXP
7:00pm (doors 6:00pm)
Featuring the winning band from each semifinal plus the wild card winner chosen by MoPOP’s Youth Advisory Board.
TICKETS
$14 – General Public
$10 – Youth Ages 5-17 + MoPOP Members
$5 Teen Tix Members
Tickets for one semifinal and the final are 15 percent off. Tickets for three semifinals and the final are 25 percent off.
Get tickets at MoPOP.org/soundoff

In Remembrance Of Fitzgerald Redd Beaver , Gone But Never Forgotten.

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“I shall pass this way but once; therefore any good that I can do or any kindness that I may show let me do it now. For I shall not pass this way again.”
Fitzgerald Beaver – Founder THE FACTS NEWSPAPER
Photo History : Charlie James interviewing Fitzgerald Beaver at THE FACTS NEWSPAPER OFFICE on Empire Way (Martin Luther King Jr. Way) and Cherry

Forever In Our Hearts.

 

FITZGERALD REDD BEAVER (FITZ) (1922–1992)

Fitzgerald Beaver , Photo History: Friday, Aug3, 1962 News clipping photo of “From My Pen” Beavers Weekly Editorial

Fitzgerald Beaver was born January 18, 1922, in Martinsville, Virginia. He graduated from high school in Martinsville and then attended North Carolina A & T College in Greensboro, North Carolina in the late 1930s.  Beaver left college without graduating and worked as a railroad porteracross the United States. By the beginning of World War II he had arrived in the Pacific Northwest and was living in the city of Portland, Oregon.

During the war “Fitz” Beaver, as he was now known, worked briefly for the U.S. Army as a civilian employee and then was hired by the Kaiser Company in Portland as a shipyard worker. After the war he briefly resided in North Bend, Oregon where he worked at a local radio station.  Finding a career he liked, he moved to Los Angeles, California to pursue radio and public relations training.

“Eager Beaver” Fitzgerald Beaver Photo History : In 1955, Fitzgerald returned to Portland and at the age of 33 became a local radio personality known as “Eager Beaver.”

In 1955, he returned to Portland and at the age of 33 became a local radio personality known as “Eager Beaver.”  In 1961, Beaver moved to Seattle, Washington to manage radio station KZAM-FM, the first black-owned radio station in the Pacific Northwest. He stayed at the station only a few months before launching The FACTS newspaper on September 7, 1961.

The FACTS quickly became a major media presence in black Seattle. The paper’s mission stated:  “We try to pick up where the daily papers leave off” meaning the paper would focus on stories not covered by the major daily newspapers but which were of particular interest to black Seattleites.  He gave the paper a distinctive “pink” color to separate it from its competitors. By the late 1960s, Beaver authored a popular column called “Right On!” that discussed local and regional issues.

Beaver was an eclectic personality who often clashed with other black journalists over news related to African Americans such as coverage of the race riots in Seattle and across the nation in the late 1960s.  His FACTS newspaper also became a community icon.  Its office, on the corner of Cherry Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Way, was a familiar landmark in Seattle’s Central District with an old truck situated on top of the slanted roof and a large reader board.

Fitzgerald Beaver – Founder of THE FACTS NEWSPAPER Photo History: Mr Beaver built The FACTS to quickly became a major media presence in black Seattle. The paper’s mission stated: “We try to pick up where the daily papers leave off”

 

Despite his clashes with other black journalists Beaver also hired numerous young black journalists who went on to other newspapers.  Chris Bennett, owner and publisher of a competing African American weekly newspaper, The Medium, and Ernie Foster, publisher of The Skanner newspaper in Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington, were aided by Beaver when they established their respective new

An ardent golfer, Beaver was a founding member of the predominantly African American Fir State Golf Club. He also served as president of the Boys and Girls Club in Seattle and worked with the Army, Navy and Coast Guard in minority recruiting programs in the 1970s and 1980s.

Fitzgerald “Fitz” Beaver died on
New Year’s Day, 1992 in Seattle, Washington at the age of 69. 

Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth, and their three children, Dennis, Marla, and LaVonne Beaver who are the current publishers of the newspaper.

 

Join Us In Honoring The Memory of  Fitzgerald Redd Beaver.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR from SRE Media Group & The Seattle Sound Music Awards!!!

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I honestly can’t believe 2019 is over…Just…Like…That! WOW! What an incredible year! From hardships to triumphs, WE MADE IT THROUGH!!!

If you notice, I try not to spam you with daily updates. Know that I value your time and when you receive our emails, I want you to know that there’s something special that we’d like to share with you.

We’re offering incredible opportunities for your brand in 2020:

PUBLIC RELATIONS x VISIBILITY x CELEBRITIES x TASTEMAKERS x INFLUENCERS x BRAND AMBASSADORS x SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING x EVENT PRODUCTION + MANAGEMENT x LIVE ACTIVATIONS x STREET TEAMS & MORE!!!

We’re headed to LA for Grammys Weekend JAN 23-27 and MIAMI for
Super Bowl 54 JAN 30-FEB 3. Let us know if you’re interested in promotion, or if you’re hosting events in LA or Miami. We can even assist you with finding venues (luxury homes, unpublished locations, recording + television production studios) or curating your own popup shop! We are here to help!

Once again, HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
I wish you great health and prosperity!!! 

Many Blessings
Lady Scribe

Michael Fang’s New Album Soars High

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Michael Fang Rapper

Michael Fangs most recent album “You’re A Sick Nasty Person”, which was released on October 30 is making the rounds. The album is the first extended play by the rap artist, and is the latest addition to his discography.

Fang’s new album has 4 tracks and has a total runtime of 7 minutes. In spite of the short duration, Michael Fang has described his emotions about some fruitless situations through his vocals and music. The tracks represent a disorderly mental state, and mirror the struggles and misfortune occurring in the artist’s life.

In the tracks, the most noticeable element is the aversion the artist feels towards the world. The lyrics represent a wish to step outside the boundaries of this world, as a means of escape and redemption. This can be observed in every track as a main theme, regardless of how melodically different the tracks may be. This album has been released as a way of connecting with fans, and keeping them on the same page when it comes to the issues surrounding the life of the artist. It unveils the reality behind the covers, and shows that memories may not always be the most pleasant areas to revisit.

The new EP lists Karim Saidi and Damn Tito as the producers, and the album features Li Blanc as a featured artist on the track “Nah No One”. The credits of mixing, writing, production and mastering the tracks all go to Michael Fang.

Michael Fang, born Udeme Michael Afangideh, is a rapper and singer hailing from Dallas, Texas. Being a first-generation American, he is the eldest son of immigrant parents. Having a degree in advertising from the University of Texas, Michael spent his free time learning music production and audio engineering on his own, which lets him mix and master his tracks on his own. His entrance into the Hip Hop world was marked by his collaboration with longtime friend and band partner Chigo Ace. As it stands,
Fang has released four singles, with the first one, named “Night Pill” kick-starting his journey in music. He is known for his unique vocal style, and hitting beats.

 

Level Up !!! WA State Fair hosted R&B artist Ciara

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Ciara WA State Fair (9/13/19) Photos by : Julie Meier – NW FACTS MEDIA Group / Julie Girl Photography

 

 

The Washington State Fair hosted R&B artist Ciara to Level Up and party at the Columbia Bank Concert Series (Friday, Sept. 13)

Ciara is a Grammy Award-winning singer , songwriter, producer, model and actress. Over her 13-year career, she has sold more than 23 million records and 16 million singles worldwide, including chart-topping hits “Goodies,” “Ride,” “Oh,” “1, 2 Step,” “Body Party,” and “I Bet.” Most recently, Ciara has been scorching summer with her new song, “Level Up,” which has transformed into a defining moment for the culture with the subsequent movement it has incited.

Ciara WA State Fair (9/13/19) Photos by : Julie Meier – NW FACTS MEDIA Group / Julie Girl Photography

Leaving the Fair we asked , What Did You Think About Ciara ?

“Ciara has so much energy and stage performance, Love Goodies, My JAM”

” I didn’t Know Russell married Janet Jackson”  ” I Go CC, Keep Level Up ,Up,  Up”

All the shows have been amazing Boys 2 Men , Hall & Oates , Chris Tomlin and the kid that was dancing and singing , I’m going to google him (Tauren Wells). Then Uncle Charlie Wilson is coming This Saturday, September 21 and tickets are still available.

Ciara WA State Fair (9/13/19) Photos by : Julie Meier – NW FACTS MEDIA Group / Julie Girl Photography

Ciara launched her own record and entertainment company, Beauty Marks Entertainment (BME); the venture was launched for her to follow her own creative direction and release her music on her own terms, with the singer eventually hoping to sign additional artists.[12] BME’s first endeavor was the release of the singles “Level Up“, “Freak Me”, and “Dose” in 2018, while Ciara officially announced its formation on February 7, 2019 at the MAKERS Conference.

 

Ciara announced that her seventh studio album would be titled Beauty Marks after her label and that it would be released on May 10, 2019. The album was made available for pre-order the following day, along with its fifth single, “Thinkin’ Bout You”.[13] In speaking on the album’s development process, Ciara expressed that she now feels as she did at the start of her career, stating:

 

Ciara WA State Fair (9/13/19) Photos by : Julie Meier – NW FACTS MEDIA Group / Julie Girl Photography

Ciara revealed that she co-wrote the title track “Beauty Marks” with Skylar Grey.

“Level Up” was released via digital download and through streaming platforms on July 18, 2018 as the album’s lead single, alongside a high-octane music video. The single peaked at 59 on the US Billboard Hot 100, while its music video inspired the viral “level up dance challenge”. Ciara also challenged fans to share three ways that they hoped to “level up” in life in promotion of the single. The song was certified Gold by the RIAA. With the success of “Level Up”, Ciara released the album’s second single, “Freak Me”, featuring Nigerian rapper, Tekno, less than a month later on August 10, 2018.

“Dose” was released as the album’s third single on September 14, 2018, after premiering on ESPN. The song’s music video premiered on October 25, 2018 (Ciara’s 33rd birthday). The album’s fourth single, “Greatest Love“, was released alongside its music video on February 11, 2019, to coincide with Valentine’s Day.

“Thinkin Bout You” was released as the fifth single on March 29, 2019, along with the album’s pre-order. Its music video premiered that same day. Ciara released a music video for the album’s title track on May 11, 2019 and was scheduled to release one for the album’s third track, “Set”, on June 14, 2019.

Ciara is married to Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson. They began dating in early 2015 and announced their engagement on March 11, 2016.[118][119] They were married on July 6, 2016, at Peckforton Castle in Cheshire, England.[120] Together, they have one child, a daughter, born on April 28, 2017.[121]

Ciara also has a son, born on May 19, 2014, from her previous relationship with Future.[122] Ciara and Future were engaged in October 2013, but ended the engagement in August 2014.[123]

Annual Othello International Festival Brings the World to Rainier Valley

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Annual Othello International Festival Brings the World to Rainier Valley

Acclaimed as one of the most authentic multicultural festivals in Seattle, the annual Othello International Festival will convene again this year on Sunday, August 11 from noon to 6:00PM.

Known to be one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the nation, the Rainier Valley is home to speakers of over 59 different languages from China to Somalia, from the Philippines to Samoa and across the world. The Othello International Festival brings these communities together to share their music, dance, and artistic traditions under a high canopy of trees in the pastoral setting of Othello Park. Booths feature local businesses, community organizations, and multi-cultural food vendors surrounding the Park’s beautiful meadow where a dance floor invites attendees to join in the fun and learn from one another.

The Park is located just one short block from the Othello light rail station. Besides filling the Park, the festivities will spill across Othello Street onto the Holly Park Community Church grounds where the Seattle Police Department will be holding its annual picnic.

Over recent years, Othello has come to be identified by this unique event with its colorful array of traditional costumes, dance, music, gymnastics, martial arts, giant puppets, petting zoo with camel, big bouncy houses, ethnic food trucks, art creation stations where participants can create their own art works to take home. “Othello without its Othello International Festival would be like Munich without its October Fest,” said Dick Burkhart, a long time Othello neighborhood activist. “There are lots of fun things happening in our Park these days, but this International Festival is an annual signature event that brings the whole community together.”

A visitor from London once said of the Othello International Festival, “I came here, and I saw the world.” Truly this event is a tiny microcosm of what should be happening on the entire planet. It is a coming together of people from many nationalities to be together as one community sharing their art, music, dance, and cultural pride.

Bring The Family for a Weekend of Great Food, Fun and Free Activities at the Bite of Seattle

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Enjoy the summer weather and festival atmosphere with great food, and an assortment of family-friendly activities at the Albert Lee Appliance Bite of Seattle® from Friday through Sunday, July 19th-21st, 2019, at Seattle Center, in Seattle Washington.

Along with hosting over 200 food and specialty vendors, 70 live acts on 3 stages, FREE Movie Night, The Alley Six Course ‘Multi-Bite’ Experience, the NEW Gladiator of the Grill BBQ Competition -a qualifier for the World Championships- MUNCHIES @ The Mural, and more, the Bite offers family fun activities, and several featured sponsor activities, for everyone to enjoy!

The Family FunZone: Presented by 106.1 KISS FM, this area is located inside the Bite of Seattle®, surrounding the Artists at Play playground structure near the MoPOP, which features an imaginative outdoor play area with a huge climbing structure, musical instruments & a roundabout merry-go-round. Family-friendly vendors include face-painting, bubble wands, plus enjoy fun food ranging from cookie dough and cupcakes to tacos and mini donuts, and so much more.

NEW to the Family FunZone for 2019, come join the fun at the Nintendo Switch Road Trip. Bring your family and experience a colorful and highly interactive space featuring playable demos of some of the hottest Nintendo Switch games, fun photo opportunities, Nintendo-themed challenges and more!

The Nintendo Switch Road Trip is a great place to get hands-on time with the system and some of its games. The space offers many areas themed to different games, like a warp pipe-filled stage to play the Super Mario Maker 2 game, a neon-colored paradise for the Splatoon 2 game and a large-screen TV and bucket race car seats for the high-octane Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game.

Take home a special Target discount coupon (while supplies last) and receive a free gift (while supplies last) by completing an event passport and checking in with your My Nintendo QR code pattern. For more details, please visit https://events.nintendo.com/roadtrip/

The Bite Cooks! This live cooking stage attraction features Seattle-area chefs showcasing their culinary expertise, and in 2019, is making history as 9-year old Hana Kumar from Junior Sous in Seattle, will be the first junior chef ever to cook on The Bite Cooks! stage. The Bite Cooks! is located on the Fisher Rooftop, and runs Friday, July 19 – Sunday, July 21. Hana Kumar will be on stage, Sunday, July 21st at 1:00 p.m.

MUNCHIES @ The Mural: This newly created area at the Bite of Seattle® features select specialty food vendors that offer a variety of unique and fun culinary treats. From Dragon’s Breath (Liquid Nitrogen Dessert), to Foot Long French Fries, and Chicken Waffle Cones to Cotton Candy Animals, and so much more, there’s plenty of delicious treats to MUNCH on for kids and adults alike.

FREE Bite Movie Night: Friday, July 19th – 8:30 p.m. Grab a blanket or lawn chair, and something to eat, and enjoy the featured movie ‘Wayne’s World’ in the Mural area, under the stars. Plus, look for Wayne and Garth characters with giveaways, and a ‘party on’ photo op. Wayne’s World is rated PG-13. Sponsored by 106.1 KISS FM,

Featured Sponsor Activities: In addition to the Family FunZone and activities, guests of all ages can learn more about their favorite brands or find new ones to love at our “Featured Sponsor Activities” at The Bite.

Stop by the Go RVing AWAY experience to take a tour of some of the newest RV units on the market and discover the one that’s right for you. Kick back and relax from the heat inside the RV, play a game of corn hole, and don’t forget to enter to win a brand new cooler for your next trip away.

Check out the AARP Block Party, and try your hand at the touch screen match game, take a turn on the prize wheel or smile for the camera at the photo booth. on’t miss out on all the fun at the AARP Block Party!

Stop by the PepsiCo Recycling Roadster, a hybrid vehicle equipped with solar panels that’s rolling into communities across the U.S., to learn about recycling and play fun games for the chance to win sustainable swag.

Be sure to check out Western Washington Toyota Dealers, and the sporty and aggressive new Toyota Camry—America’s bestselling car! And the adventurous new Toyota RAV4 is ready for anything anytime!

Visit the Full Circle booth to learn about eating locally grown produce, and how Full Circle can conveniently add fresh fruits and vegetables to your family’s meals, plus, stop by the Hello Fresh booth to learn how to enjoy wholesome home-cooked meals with no planning, no shopping and no hassle, and pick up a special discount code for your first two boxes of HelloFresh!

Come visit the Gecko at the GEICO Booth! GEICO. Everyone is a winner with GEICO, so come and play a game and visit with the Gecko.

Plus, bite into delicious samples from Tate’s Bake Shop, Quorn, Red Rock Deli, KIND, Jarritos, more.

The Bite of Seattle® is a free-to-attend community festival, and in an effort for guests to experience the best of the Bite of Seattle®, we are excited to also offer discounted food and drink packages including the Experience Bite Package which includes Craft Beer & Cider Tasting + The Alley, plus The Alley stand-alone ticket, and, the Craft Beer & Cider Tasting Only Package. Discounted packages are on sale now online.

 

Ethnic Fest has been celebrating culture & community for Over 30 years!

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Metro Parks. Wright Park Ethnic Fest 2018 Photos by Russ Carmack.

July 27-28, 2019
Noon – 7 pm

Wright Park
501 South I St., Tacoma, WA

Ethnic Fest has been celebrating culture & community for Over 30 years! Enjoy two full days of music, dance, art, and foods from around the world.

Since 1986 Ethnic Fest has grown to become the largest celebration of culture and community in Tacoma. Voted the best festival of the South Sound; this year Ethnic Fest takes place Saturday, July 27 – Sunday, July 28 from Noon to 7 pm at historic Wright Park in Tacoma, WA.

This family-friendly, free festival has grown in size and hosts Kid’s Zones, hands-on cultural activities and experiences, performer stage, as well as numerous specialty arts and crafts, food, and information vendor booths. This year’s festival will also include a 3 on 3 basketball tournament, for Youth (15U) and Adaptive Recreation divisions.

Vendors and performers

  • View the stage schedule
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Basketball Tournament