Eastside datebook

Bellevue

Volunteer Orientation

Wed Hopelink's Eastside Literacy Program will hold an orientation for new volunteers to tutor adults in basic literacy, ESL and GED preparation and also for general office volunteers, 1 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, Hopelink's Bellevue Center, 15015 Main Street, Suite 206 . Information: 425-943-6780

"Art in Full Bloom"

Ongoing Display of paintings by Woodinville artist KC Brants continues through Sept. 18, in the gallery space at Pogacha Restaurant, 119 106th Ave. N.E. Hours: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-10 p.m. Fridays; 5-10 p.m. Saturdays; 5-8:30 p.m. Sundays. Information: 425-883-9168

Bellevue Farmers Market

Ongoing Fresh produce, baked goods, cheese, seafood, nuts and honey, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays through Oct. 21, First Presbyterian Church of Bellevue, 1717 Bellevue Way N.E. Information: 425-454-8474

Conversations Café

Ongoing Drop-in conversation with common-sense ground rules, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, near Starbucks in the Eastside Public Market at Crossroads Bellevue, 15600 N.E. Eighth St. Information: 888-9609 or www.conversationcafe.org

Live at Lunch

Ongoing Mister Miyagi performs '80s and '90s hits, noon-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, at the Bellevue Galleria, 550 106th Ave. N.E. Tuesday, Sept. 7: Grüvbox performs dance music at One Twelfth at Twelfth, 1110 1112th Ave. N.E. Information: 425-453-3112 or www.bellevuelive.com/liveatlunch/default.htm

Late Night Music at Crossroads Bellevue

Fri-Sat Los Orchids and the Valley Girls perform rock and blues, 7:30-10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3, Crossroads Bellevue MarketStage, 15600 N.E. Eighth St. Saturday, Sept. 4: Performance by Harley Brumbaugh's Horns-A-Plenty. Information: 425-644-1111 or www.crossroadsbellevue.com

Guided Canoe Tours Through the Mercer Slough

Ongoing A park ranger leads a three-hour, four-mile, interpretive paddling tour, 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays through Oct. 30. Trip departs from Enatai Beach Park, 3519 108th Ave. S.E. Cost: $8-$10; canoes and safety equipment provided. Registration: 425-452-6885

8th Congressional District Candidate Forums

Plan ahead Candidates' forums with Republicans Luke Esser, Conrad Lee, Dave Reichert and Diane Tebelius at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8 and Democrats Alex Alben, Heidi Behrens-Benedict and Dave Ross at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, First United Methodist Church of Bellevue, 1934 108th Ave. N.E. Information: 425-453-8967

"Forever Plaid"

Plan ahead Bellevue Civic Theatre presents a musical comedy about four young singers who are killed on the way to their first major gig, but are miraculously revived to give the best performance of their (after)lives, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 9-19, Theatre at Meydenbauer, 11100 N.E. Sixth St. Tickets: $15-$26. Reservations: 206-325-6500 or www.ticketwindowonline.com

Bite of Crossroads

Plan ahead Food booths, live entertainment, arts and crafts, children's activities and games, noon-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10-12, Crossroads Shopping Center, 15600 N.E. Eighth St. Cost: $12 for Bite Booklets. Information: 425-644-1111

"Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes"

Plan Ahead Book-It Repertory Theatre presents the true story about a Japanese girl who develops leukemia after the bombing of Hiroshima, 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, Bellevue Regional Library, 1111 110th Ave. N.E. Information: 425-450-1765 or www.kcls.org/theseptemberproject/index.cfm

Aki Matsuri

Plan Ahead Annual fall festival with martial arts and cooking demonstrations; traditional drumming, dance and crafts; children activities and food, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11-12, Bellevue Community College, 3000 Landerholm Circle. Information: 425-861-7865 or www.enma.org

Museum of Doll Art 12th Birthday Celebration

Plan Ahead Door prizes, cake and activities, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 1116 108th Ave. N.E. Cost: $2. Information: 425-455-1116

Saturday Night Jazz and Blues

Plan Ahead Heather Banker performs acoustic guitar to blend blues, folk and rock music, 9 p.m.-midnight, Saturdays, Sept. 11 and Sept. 25, Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar, 205 108th Ave. N.E. Information: 425-456-0010

"Beyond Disability"

Plan Ahead Exhibit of works by 30 Northwest artists with varying disabilities opens Sept. 12 and continues through Oct. 10 with an artists' reception 1:30-3:30 Sunday, Oct. 3, East Shore Gallery, 12700 S.E. 32nd St. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays through Fridays. Information: 425-747-3780

Building Success: Eastside Takes the Lead

Plan Ahead Annual dinner showcasing the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce's regional economic vitality strategy, 5:45- 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Meydenbauer Center, 11100 N.E. Sixth St. Tickets: $65-$75. Reservations by Sept. 10: 425-213-1201 or www.bellevuechamber.org

P.F.L.A.G. Meeting

Plan Ahead Provides support for parents, families and friends of lesbians and gays at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, First United Methodist Church, 1934 108th Ave. N.E. Information: 206-325-7724

International Home Show

Plan Ahead Services and products for homes including landscape and interior design, artists, real estate and mortgage professionals, contractors and feng shui consultants, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, Meydenbauer Center, 11100 N.E. Sixth St. Cost: $3. Information: 425-489-1007 or www.internationalhomeshow.info

Bothell

"Eclectic Bits of Reality"

Ongoing Exhibit of paintings by Edmonds artist Terri Davis continues through Sept. 8, Kaewyn Gallery at FrameWright Custom Picture Framing, 10101 Main St. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays. Information: 425-483-7385

Hopelink Presentation

Thur Information about services available through Eastside social services agency Hopelink, 1-3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E. Riverside Drive. Registration: 425-487-2441

Country Village Farmers Market

Ongoing Fresh cut flowers, local produce, honey and hand-crafted items, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. market; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. live music, Fridays through Oct. 1, Country Village, 23732 Bothell-Everett Highway. Sept. 3: Diego Coy performs South American/Andean music. Sept. 10: Accordion music by Paul Fedorowicz. Information: 425-483-2250

Writer's Workshop

Starts Fri Author and writing instructor, Frances Dayee, will lead workshops that can be taken as a series or individually, 2-4 p.m. Fridays, Sept. 3-24, Bothell Regional Library, 18215 98th Ave. N.E. Information: 425-486-7811 or www.kcls.org/bothell/programs.cfm

Dahlia Show

Sat Presented by the Seattle Dahlia Society, 12:30-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, Courtyard Hall at Country Village, 23732 Bothell-Everett Highway. Information: 425-483-2250

Pancake Breakfast

Sat Benefits the senior center's Health and Wellness Equipment Fund, 8-11:30 a.m. Saturdays, Sept. 4 and 18, Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E. Riverside Drive. Reservations: 425-487-2441

Redefining Retirement

Tues How to reorganize housework, ensure financial stability and stay healthy , presented by Evergreen Hospital Medical Center, 12:45-2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 7, Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E. Riverside Drive. Registration: 425-487-2441

"Tales and Tea: We Are a Family"

Plan Ahead Tea and selected short stories read aloud on the theme of families, 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, Bothell Regional Library, 18215 98th Ave. N.E Information: 425-486-7811 or www.kcls.org/bothell/programs.cfm

A Glimpse Into My World

Plan Ahead Collection of paintings by Blanche Niznik opens with a "Meet the Artist" reception 5-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10 and continues through Oct. 20, Kaewyn Gallery at FrameWright Custom Picture Framing, 10101 Main St. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays. Information: 425-483-7385

13th Annual Koi Show

Plan Ahead Koi judging and information booths, hosted by the Washington Koi and Water Garden Society, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11-12, Country Village, 23732 Bothell-Everett Highway. Information: 425-483-2250

"Born Free and Equal"

Plan Ahead Seattle photographer Jed Share presents images from Ansel Adams' photography book about the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights, 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, Bothell Regional Library, 18215 98th Ave. N.E Information: 425-486-7811 or www.kcls.org/bothell/programs.cfm

Carnation

Carnation Farmers Market

Ongoing Fresh produce, ciders, salsas, jams, pasta and baked goods, 3-7 p.m. Tuesdays through Oct. 12, next to Carnation City Hall, Tolt Avenue and West Bird Street. Information: 425-488-3089 or www.ci.carnation.wa.us/farmersmarket/

Community Open House

Plan Ahead Information on the Carnation wastewater treatment plan and factors to be considered in choosing a site, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 9, Tolt Middle School multipurpose room, 3740 Tolt Ave. Information: 206-263-5212

Flood Plan Update Workshop

Plan Ahead Information about the King County River Management Program followed by a question-and-answer session, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Sno-Valley Senior Center, 4610 Stephens Ave. Information: 206-263-6550

Fall City

Raging River Saloon

Fri-Sat HiWatt performs classic rock, 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday, Sept. 3 and 4, 33723 Redmond-Fall City Road. Cost: $5. Adults ages 21 and up. Information: 425-222-6669

Issaquah

Northwest Watercolor Society Member Exhibition

Ongoing Through Oct. 1, University House at Issaquah, 22975 S.E. Black Nugget Road. Gallery hours: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Information: 425-557-4200

Revolution Gallery

Ongoing Exhibit of new works by Seattle artist Oleksiy Kovalendo continues through Sept. 16, 317 N.W. Gilman Blvd. No. 26. Gallery hours:10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays and Saturday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays. Information: 425-392-4982

Issaquah Public Market

Ongoing In-season and organic produce, arts and crafts, fresh cut flowers, King County Master Gardeners booth, specialty foods and live entertainment, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 16, Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave. N.W. Sept. 4: Fruit Crate Label Society Exhibit and Sale. Information: 425-837-3311

Make the Garden Grow!

Sat Gardening workshop followed by volunteer work party, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, Pickering Farm Community Teaching Garden, 1710 10th Ave. N.W. Sept. 4: "Soils Make the Garden" workshop; followed by plant bed preparation and maintenance work party. Registration: 425-837-3442 or chrysb@ci.issaquah.wa.us

Preserving the Images of Issaquah

Ongoing A collection of photographs featuring historical images of the community continues through Nov. 13, Gilman Town Hall Museum, 165 S.E. Andrews St. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays. Information: 425-392-3500

American Lion's Day and Teacher's Day

Plan Ahead Educational presentations, face painting and prizes, 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, Cougar Mountain Zoo, 19525 S.E. 54th St. Cost: $6-$8.50; free admission for teachers. Information: 425-391-5508

Intro to Mosaics

Plan Ahead Workshop led by local artist Jeani Risch, 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, Revolution Gallery, 317 N.W. Gilman Blvd. No. 26. Registration: 425-392-4982

Library Book Club

Plan Ahead "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time," by Mark Haddon, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way. Information: 425-392-5430 or www.kcls.org/iss/event.cfm

Fun with Fused Glass

Plan Ahead Hands-on workshop led by local artist Joel Saffel, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 and 18, Revolution Gallery, 317 N.W. Gilman Blvd. No. 26. Registration: 425-392-4982

Kirkland

"Bojagi"

Ends Sat Exhibit of works by Sung-soon Lee based on ancient patchwork cloth wrapping continues through Sept. 4, Berozkina Gallery, 9 Lake St. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays; noon-5 p.m. Sundays. Information: 425-803-5032

Every Picture Tells a Story

Ends Sun Exhibit of new works by Janet Wold and David Tracy continues through Sept. 5, 130 Park Lane. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sundays through Thursday; noon-8 p.m. Saturdays. Information: 425-827-1462

Watercolors and Pastels

Ends Sun Exhibit of new works by Oregon painter Mike Smith continues through Sept. 5, Gunnar Nordstrom Gallery, 127 Lake St. S. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays. Information: 425-827-2822

Characters of the Alphabet

Ends Sun Exhibit of new acrylic paintings by Northwest artist Tyson Grumm continues through Sept. 5, Patricia Rovzar Gallery, 118 Central Way. Gallery hours: 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays through Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays. Information: 425-889-4627 or www.rovzargallery.com

Kirkland Wednesday Market

Ongoing Fresh produce, cut flowers, gourmet items and crafts made by local artists, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 13, Park Lane East in downtown Kirkland between Main and Third streets. Information: 425-485-1042 or www.kirklanddowntown.org/market.htm

Juanita Sunday Market

Ongoing European-style market with arts and crafts, fashion, organic fruits and vegetables and flowers, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 17, 12040 98th Ave. N.E. Information: 425-821-5476 or www.juanitamarket.com

Mother-Daughter Book Club

Tues "Maniac Magee," by Jerry Spinelli; for daughters ages 10-12, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 7, Kingsgate Library, 12315 N.E. 143rd St. Information: 425-821-7686

Parklane Gallery

Starts Tues Display of new paintings by Ross Nicoll and Robert L. Haertig opens Sept. 7 and continues through Oct. 3 with an artists' reception 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 130 Park Lane. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sundays through Thursday; noon-8 p.m. Saturdays. Information: 425-827-1462

Kirkland Art Walk

Thur 18 downtown Kirkland galleries within walking distance of each other have extended hours with artists' receptions at some galleries, 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9. Maps are available at the galleries. Information: 425-889-8212

Formula for Fossils

Plan Ahead Nature Vision leads a program about fossils; for children ages 6 and up, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, Kingsgate Library, 12315 N.E. 143rd St. Registration begins Sept. 11: 425-821-7686

Book Discussion

Plan Ahead "The Great Gatsby," by F. Scott Fitzgerald, 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13, Kirkland Library, 308 Kirkland Ave. Information: 425-822-2459

"On Thin Ice"

Plan Ahead Author Cherry Adair reads from and signs her newest novel, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, Parkplace Books, 348 Parkplace Center. Information: 425-828-6546

Wild Animal Show

Plan Ahead Predators of the Heart presents a family show featuring live predators, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Seventh Day Adventist School Gym, 5320 108th Ave. N.E Tickets: $7-$30. Reservations: 206-227-7784 or predatortickets@yahoo.com

"Forbidden Hollywood"

Plan Ahead A musical comedy with spoofs of Star Wars, Titanic, Lord of the Rings, Shrek, Austin Powers and everything Disney, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17-19, Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave. Tickets: $10-$32. Reservations: 425-893-9900 or www.kpcenter.org

Ikebana

Plan Ahead Exhibit of Japanese flower arrangements by students of the Ikenobo Ikebana Society, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18-19, Kirkland Library, 308 Kirkland Ave. Information: 425-822-2459

Mercer Island

Images: A Collection

Ongoing Exhibit of printmaking, photography and paintings by Sandra Glazer-Lake continues through Oct. 18, Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3801 E. Mercer Way. Gallery hours: 5:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 5:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Fridays; 2-7 p.m. Saturdays; 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Sundays. Information: 206-232-7115

"Not Much Just Chillin': The Hidden Lives of Middle Schoolers"

Plan Ahead Author Linda Perlstein reads from and signs her book, 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13, Stroum Jewish Community Center Auditorium, 3801 E. Mercer Way. Information: 425-646-6466

North Bend

North Bend Farmers Market

Ongoing Fresh fruit and vegetables in season, cut flowers, plant baskets and items produced by local craftspeople, 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays through Oct. 30, Mt. Si Senior Center, 411 Main Ave. S. Information: 425-888-3434

Flood Plan Update Workshop

Plan Ahead Information about the King County River Management Program followed by a questions and answer session, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Information: 206-263-6550

Redmond

Buying a Home in France

Wed Laurence Raybois, author of "Chez Moi: A Foreigner's Guide to Buying a Home in France," discusses the practical aspects of buying, owning and renting out a home in France, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, Redmond Regional Library, 15990 N.E. 85th St. Registration: 425-885-1861 or www.kcls.org/red/redprog.cfm

Old Redmond Schoolhouse Community Center Gallery

Ongoing Exhibit of paintings by local artists Robert Armstrong and Thu Nguyen continues through Oct. 2, Old Redmond Schoolhouse Community Center, 16600 N.E. 80th St. Gallery hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Mondays-Fridays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Information: 425-556-2316

Artist Lecture Series

Thur Northwest artist Lucinda Parker discusses her paintings, 6-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3, Microsoft Redmond Campus, Building 33 Conference Center, 16070 N.E. 36th Way. Information: 425-703-1800

Redmond Saturday Market

Ongoing Fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts, jewelry, food items, fresh cut flowers and entertainment, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 30, Redmond Town Center, 7730 Leary Way. Sept. 4: Customer appreciation day and Redmond Historical Society exhibit. Sept. 11: Accordion music by Bonnie Birch. Information: 425-556-0636 or www.redmondsaturdaymarket.homestead.com

Hearing Aid Checks

Plan Ahead A hearing instrument specialist will check and clean hearing aids and provide information on hearing loss, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, Redmond Senior Center, 8703 160th Ave. N.E. Registration: 425-556-2314

Our Farming Heritage Corn Maze

Plan Ahead Corn maze cut into the shape of a farmer with a horse-drawn plow; correct answers to farming trivia questions posted throughout the maze lead visitors to the exit while wrong answers lead to dead ends. Maze opens Thursday, Sept. 9 and continues through Oct. 31 with a grand opening celebration featuring live music, storytelling and arts and crafts, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, South 47 Farm, 15410 N.E. 124th St. Maze hours: 10 a.m.-dusk Thursday through Sunday. Cost: $4.50-$5.50. Information: 425-869-9777

"The Fantasticks"

Plan Ahead SecondStory Repertory presents a musical about a boy, a girl and how their fathers conspire to help them fall in love, opens with a Pay-what-you-can preview 8:15 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9 and continues through Oct. 9, with shows 8:15 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and a 2:15 p.m. matinee on Sunday, Oct. 3, SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St. Tickets: $18-$22. Reservations: 425-881-6777 or www.secondstoryrep.org

Shoes for Orphan Souls

Ongoing Redmond Town Center will be accepting donations of new shoes, socks and shoelaces for children in kindergarten through Grade 9; benefits the Assistance League of the Eastside's Operation School Bell, which provides children in need with new back-to-school clothing, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 30, Information Central, 16495 N.E. 74th St. Information: 425-867-0808 or www.redmondtowncenter.com

Blood Pressure Checks

Plan Ahead Conducted by Evergreen Hospital, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Monday, Sept. 13, Redmond Senior Center, 8703 160th Ave. N.E. Registration: 425-556-2314

Can You Hear Me?

Plan Ahead Information on hearing loss and community resources, presented by Overlake Hospital, 10:15-11:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 13, Redmond Senior Center, 8703 160th Ave. N.E. Registration: 425-556-2314

Durable Power of Attorney

Plan Ahead Information on strength, weakness and effectiveness, presented by Eastside Legal Assistance Program, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Redmond Senior Center, 8703 160th Ave. N.E. Registration: 425-556-2314

Renton

P.F.L.A.G.

Wed Provides support for parents, families and friends of lesbians and gays at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 99 Wells Ave. S. Information: 206-325-7724

Farmers Market at the Piazza

Ongoing Local produce, fresh-cut flowers, baked goods, tips from Master Gardeners, cooking demonstrations, children's activities and live entertainment, 3-7 p.m. Tuesdays, through Sept. 14, Piazza Park, South Third Street and Burnett Avenue South. Sept. 7: Four-part harmony by HeartBeat. Sept. 14: John Giuliani, Jr. Accordion Quartet. Information: 425-226-4560 or www.ci.renton.wa.us/attract/fmarket.htm

Flood Plan Update Workshop

Plan Ahead Information about the King County River Management Program followed by a questions and answer session, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Highway. Information: 206-263-6550

Books at Lunch Bunch

Plan Ahead "The Hemingway Book Club of Kosovo," by Paula Huntley, 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Fairwood Library, 17009 140th Ave. S.E. Information: 425-226-0522

Sammamish

Summer Nights at the Park

Ends Thur The Brittn's play British Invasion pop for the final concert of the series, 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, Pine Lake Park, Southeast 26th Street and 228th Avenue Southeast. Concessions available. Information: 425-898-0660 or www.ci.sammamish.wa.us

Book Discussion Group

Plan Ahead "Lying Awake," by Mark Salzman, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. N.E. Information: 425-836-8793

Woodinville

Woodinville Farmers Market

Ongoing Local produce in season, cut flowers and arts and crafts, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays through Oct 16, Woodinville Community Center, 17401 133rd Ave. N.E. Sept. 4: Wood Turning Demo from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 18: Corn Fest and BBQ. Information: 206-546-7960

Compiled by Angie Ma

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