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Enjoy this classic Swedish lunch tradition—just like you'd find in Sweden. A delicious, scenic way to experience Swedish culture!
Sillunch at the Swedish Club – A Monthly Tradition with a View!
Join us every first Friday of the month for Sillunch in our welcoming Three Crowns Lounge, where tradition, culture, and culinary appetites come together—alongside some of the most iconic views in Seattle.
This classic Swedish lunch includes a delicious spread of pickled herring, boiled potatoes, crispbread, and seasonal sides—everything you’d expect from a traditional Swedish sillbord. You’ll also enjoy a full Fika table, complete with coffee and a rotating selection of desserts to finish your meal the sweet way.
It’s all just $25 (plus tax) for a cozy, culture-rich dining experience that’s crisp, clean, and fun—just like the Swedish way.
Grab your tickets today and come hungry! RSVP encouraged!
What is a sillbord or Sillunch?
A sillbord (literally “herring table” in Swedish) is a traditional Swedish buffet-style spread centered around pickled herring, usually accompanied by classic sides like:
Boiled potatoes
Sour cream and chives
Crispbread (knäckebröd)
Cheese
Hard-boiled eggs
Various sauces and garnishes
Sometimes cold cuts or smoked fish
It's a staple of Swedish celebrations, especially during holidays like Midsummer, Christmas (Julbord), and Easter, but can also be enjoyed at special lunches like Sillunch.
Think of it as a smaller, more focused cousin of the full smörgåsbord, with herring taking center stage.
Friday, 01, 12.00 -
Friday, 01, 14.00
Seattle,
WA
_$25
Come #DanceWithRangeela – Learn some fire Bollywood choreo with Kanchan!
Come #DanceWithRangeela – Learn some fire Bollywood choreo with Kanchan!
Class Description
Join Kanchan for this exciting Bollywood dance class where you’ll learn choreography to a hit Bollywood song! Follow us on Instagram to see the song reveal!
This class is open to all skill levels. Our goal is for you to have a blast as you dance your way to becoming a Bollywood star!
Studio Location Whim W’Him – Den Studio
1716 2nd Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
Wednesday, 22, 19.30 -
Wednesday, 22, 21.20
Seattle,
WA
_$25
Join us in person for a chill Art lecture where we dive into cool stories behind famous artworks!
Art lecture
Join us for a fun and engaging in-person art lecture! Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration as we explore amazing artworks and stories behind them. Whether you're an art newbie or a seasoned fan, this event is perfect for anyone curious about art. Don't miss out on this chance to learn, chat, and connect with fellow art lovers in a relaxed setting!
Wednesday, 22, 15.00 -
Wednesday, 22, 17.00
Mercer Island,
WA
_$25
A powerful memoir of medicine, identity, and family secrets from an esteemed OB/GYN.
Third Place Books welcomes author and ob-gyn Dr. Mary Fariba Afsari to our Seward Park store for a conversation about her new book Labor: One Woman's Work. Weaving together stories about her grandmother's mysterious death in midcentury Iran and her own modern-day experiences founding a mobile women's health clinic, Dr. Afsari's memoir is a rallying cry for compassionate care and reproductive freedom. Dr. Afsari will be joined in conversation by Dr. Ben DeLisa.
This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book!
Tickets:
This event is free to attend. For important updates, registration is highly recommended in advance.
About Labor: One Woman's Work. . .
A powerful memoir of medicine, identity, and family secrets from an esteemed ob-gyn as she unravels her grandmother’s mysterious death while reimagining women’s health care from a mobile clinic—for readers of The Beauty in Breaking and The In-Between.
In Labor: One Woman’s Work, Dr. Mary Afsari takes us on a deeply personal and transformative journey through her life as an ob-gyn. Set against the vivid backdrops of Portland, Oregon, and Shiraz, Iran, this powerful memoir intertwines the complexities of her professional life with the hidden truths of her family’s past, exploring the intersection of medicine, identity, and the enduring search for agency.
The story begins in the bustling corridors of an Oregon hospital, where Mary dedicates herself wholeheartedly to her patients—often at great personal cost. At the same time, Mary uncovers a long-buried family secret: the tragic story of her grandmother Mehry’s death in 1950s Iran. This revelation propels her on a quest to untangle the threads of her family’s history while confronting the forces that have shaped her identity and her professional mission.
As Mary struggles with the oppressive realities of the medical-industrial complex and the growing attacks on women’s reproductive rights, she chooses a path of bold defiance. Inspired by her grandmother’s legacy and her own commitment to compassionate care, she decides to take her work out of the hospital and on the road: she converts an RV into a mobile women’s health clinic. This innovative act allows her to deliver personalized, critical reproductive health care services across the Pacific Northwest, creating community and enduring friendships along the way.
“When women don’t have a choice, bad things happen,” Mary writes. Labor is an intimate, immersive personal story, a rallying cry in a post-Roe world, and an inspiring example of what women can do when they do have a choice. Rich with the voices of her patients and the vibrant cultural threads of her Iranian heritage, Mary’s story challenges us to rethink the boundaries of health care and reclaim the autonomy of women’s bodies and lives. With warmth, insight, and humor, Labor ultimately offers a vision of transformation, resilience, and the power of reclaiming one’s path and saving other people’s lives in the process.
Mary Fariba Afsari, DO, is a board-certified ob-gyn who founded FemForward Health in Portland, Oregon. She graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency and also holds a MS in health communication from Tufts University/Emerson College. She is the author of Labor: One Woman’s Work.
About Third Place Books
Founded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area.
Thursday, 16, 19.00 -
Thursday, 16, 20.30
Seattle,
WA
_$25
Enjoy this classic Swedish lunch tradition—just like you'd find in Sweden. A delicious, scenic way to experience Swedish culture!
Sillunch at the Swedish Club – A Monthly Tradition with a View!
Join us every first Friday of the month for Sillunch in our welcoming Three Crowns Lounge, where tradition, culture, and culinary appetites come together—alongside some of the most iconic views in Seattle.
This classic Swedish lunch includes a delicious spread of pickled herring, boiled potatoes, crispbread, and seasonal sides—everything you’d expect from a traditional Swedish sillbord. You’ll also enjoy a full Fika table, complete with coffee and a rotating selection of desserts to finish your meal the sweet way.
It’s all just $25 (plus tax) for a cozy, culture-rich dining experience that’s crisp, clean, and fun—just like the Swedish way.
Grab your tickets today and come hungry! RSVP encouraged!
What is a sillbord or Sillunch?
A sillbord (literally “herring table” in Swedish) is a traditional Swedish buffet-style spread centered around pickled herring, usually accompanied by classic sides like:
Boiled potatoes
Sour cream and chives
Crispbread (knäckebröd)
Cheese
Hard-boiled eggs
Various sauces and garnishes
Sometimes cold cuts or smoked fish
It's a staple of Swedish celebrations, especially during holidays like Midsummer, Christmas (Julbord), and Easter, but can also be enjoyed at special lunches like Sillunch.
Think of it as a smaller, more focused cousin of the full smörgåsbord, with herring taking center stage.
Thursday, 16, 19.00 - Thursday, 16, 20.30
Seattle, WA
42.75
Come #DanceWithRangeela – Learn some fire Bollywood choreo with Kanchan!
Come #DanceWithRangeela – Learn some fire Bollywood choreo with Kanchan!
Class Description
Join Kanchan for this exciting Bollywood dance class where you’ll learn choreography to a hit Bollywood song! Follow us on Instagram to see the song reveal!
This class is open to all skill levels. Our goal is for you to have a blast as you dance your way to becoming a Bollywood star!
Studio Location Whim W’Him – Den Studio
1716 2nd Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
Thursday, 16, 19.00 - Thursday, 16, 20.30
Seattle, WA
27.98
Join us in person for a chill Art lecture where we dive into cool stories behind famous artworks!
Art lecture
Join us for a fun and engaging in-person art lecture! Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration as we explore amazing artworks and stories behind them. Whether you're an art newbie or a seasoned fan, this event is perfect for anyone curious about art. Don't miss out on this chance to learn, chat, and connect with fellow art lovers in a relaxed setting!
Thursday, 16, 19.00 - Thursday, 16, 20.30
Mercer Island, WA
7.18
Representing Hungary in the Seattle, Washington area, the Honorary Consulate located in Mercer Island, WA stands as a vital connection between Hungarian citizens and their homeland. This consular office embodies Hungary's commitment to caring for its people abroad, with Honorary Consuls who generously volunteer their time and expertise without government employment compensation. The consulate's mission centers on safeguarding Hungarian nationals during times of difficulty or personal crisis, offering compassionate support and practical assistance when citizens need help most. Beyond emergency support, the consulate plays an important role in the community by providing document authentication and signature verification services, helping Hungarian citizens navigate administrative requirements and official procedures. As one of many Hungarian consular missions operating throughout North America, the Seattle office is part of a global network dedicated to fostering connections between Hungary and its diaspora communities. The voluntary nature of the Honorary Consuls' service reflects a deep personal commitment to serving the Hungarian community and maintaining cultural and diplomatic ties. For Hungarian citizens and their families in Washington state, the Honorary Consulate represents an accessible resource and a bridge to their country of origin. By offering both emergency assistance and routine consular services, the office ensures that members of the Hungarian community in the Pacific Northwest have reliable support and representation, strengthening the bonds between Hungary and those who maintain their heritage and citizenship abroad.
Serving the Mercer Island, WA community and greater Washington State region, the Honorary Consulate of Ireland represents the Irish government's dedication to its citizens living abroad. The Honorary Consul serves a unique diplomatic mission—providing essential support and assistance to Irish nationals in areas where Ireland does not maintain a direct diplomatic presence. Part of a selective network of ten Irish Honorary Consuls across the United States, the Mercer Island office embodies Ireland's commitment to maintaining strong ties with its diaspora while fostering meaningful relationships between Ireland and the Pacific Northwest. The consulate's mission extends beyond traditional consular services to encompass cultural exchange, business facilitation, and community engagement. By working closely with the Irish Embassy in Washington, DC, and the Irish Consulate in San Francisco, the Honorary Consulate ensures that Irish citizens and visitors to Washington State receive comprehensive support and access to vital government services. The office also serves as an important resource for promoting Ireland's culture, business opportunities, and government initiatives within the Mercer Island and Washington State communities. Through its work, the consulate strengthens the bonds between Ireland and the Pacific Northwest, supporting both Irish nationals and those interested in deepening their connections with Ireland. The Honorary Consulate of Ireland in Washington Seattle stands as a welcoming point of contact for the Irish community and a bridge between two vibrant regions.
Since its founding on July 24, 1923, the Japan-America Society of the State of Washington has been a cornerstone organization in the Mercer Island, WA community, bringing together leaders from business, academia, and diplomacy to build bridges between two nations. With a century-long commitment to mutual understanding and friendship, JASSW has maintained continuous operation except for a brief pause during World War II, establishing itself as a vital force in nurturing enduring bilateral ties. The organization's mission centers on creating a forum for the exchange of ideas and information, welcoming a diverse membership that reflects the rich cultural and professional landscape of Washington State and Japan. Today, JASSW operates as a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a dedicated professional staff and Board of Directors composed of respected local and state leaders in business, government, education, and the arts. The society's commitment extends beyond traditional programming to embrace diversity and inclusion, actively working to foster an environment where all people feel valued and supported regardless of background or identity. By combining strategic partnerships with government and private organizations alongside grassroots community engagement, JASSW in Mercer Island, WA continues its founding vision of deepening friendship and understanding. The organization's evolution from volunteer-led efforts to a professionally staffed institution reflects its growing impact and the enduring importance of Japan-America relations in the Pacific Northwest community.
