2017 Seattle Maritime 101 Events
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6YMLfv4FLGENVVOSHdXNHNZeUU/viewApril 5
Joint Seattle and Tacoma Transportation Club Luncheon
Rainier Golf and Country Club
Speaker: Grant Goodale, CTO of Convoy
SOLD OUT
RSVP: www.transportationclubofseattle.org
April 6
First Thursday at Lake Union Park
MOHAI is free from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., The Center for Wooden Boats has Toy Boat Building from 3-5 p.m., Virginia V, Northwest and Tugboat Arthur Foss are open from Noon – 5 p.m.
http://mohai.org/event/free-first-thursday/
April 7
April Chantey Sing, 8-10 p.m.
Center for Wooden Boats
Nelson’s Blood will lead the sing at the Center for Wooden Boats. This band from Port Townsend will keep the singing session rolling along. Free to attend.
http://nwseaport.org/event/april-chantey-sing-3/
April 12
Seattle Maritime Academy Student Orientation for Marine Deck Technology and Marine Engineering Technology, 1 p.m.
Reservations are required and the orientation is limited to 30 individuals.
4455 Shilshole Avenue
RSVP 206.934.2647
http://maritime.seattlecentral.edu/tours-and-information
April 13
Tugboat Storytime, 11 a.m. – Noon
Aboard the Tugboat Arthur Foss, Historic Ships Wharf, Lake Union Park
Co-sponsored by Northwest Seaport, http://nwseaport.org/events/ and The Center for Wooden Boats, http://cwb.org/events/
April 19
Seattle Propeller Club Luncheon
Maritime Economic Cluster Study Report
Ray’s Boathouse Northwest Room
Swedish Club. For reservations, Marine Exchange of Puget Sound, 206.443.3830
Details at www.seattlepropellerclub.org
April 19
Tacoma Propeller Club General Meeting-Scholarship Award Dinner
Tacoma Yacht Club, 5401 Yacht Club Road
Details at www.tacomapropellerclub.com
April 20
Bering Sea Fisheries Conference
Renaissance Seattle Hotel
Annual discussion of North Pacific fisheries policy, business strategy and technology. Presented by Fishermen’s News and Philips Publishing Group. To register or for further information, www.beringseafisheries.com.
April 21
Third Friday Speaker Series, 7 – 10 p.m.
The Center for Wooden Boats, Lake Union Park
April 22
Duwamish Alive! Restoration and Cleanup, 10 a.m. -2 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate Seattle's only river by working to restore the Duwamish! Volunteers can sign up: www.duwamishalive.org
April 22
South Lake Union Swing, 8 p.m. - Midnight
Dockside, Virginia V, South Lake Union
Join us for a swing dance hosted by the Hot Rhythm Club! Ship stays dockside for the event.
For tickets and more information: http://www.hotrhythmclub.com/south-lake-union-swing/
April 27
Tugboat Storytime, 11 a.m. – Noon
Aboard the Tugboat Arthur Foss, Historic Ships Wharf, Lake Union Park
Co-sponsored by Northwest Seaport, http://nwseaport.org/events/ and The Center for Wooden Boats, http://cwb.org/events/
April 29
Opening of Cruise Season
Arrival of Holland America’s Eurodam at Pier 91.
Port of Seattle, http://online.pubhtml5.com/xflj/ixkj/#p=2
May 3
Transportation Club of Seattle Luncheon
Rainier Golf and Country Club
Speaker: Sarah Scherer, Seattle Maritime Academy
RSVP: www.transportationclubofseattle.org
May 4
First Thursday at Lake Union Park
MOHAI is free from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., The Center for Wooden Boats has Toy Boat Building from 3-5 p.m., Virginia V, Northwest and Tugboat Arthur Foss are open from Noon – 5 p.m.
http://mohai.org/event/free-first-thursday/
May 6
Opening Day of Boating Season
Lake Union, Ship Canal, Lake Washington
Sponsored by Seattle Yacht Club.
May 6
Virginia V Opening Day of Yachting Season Cruise, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Join us for a cruise on the SS VIRGINIA as we celebrate the beginning of boating in the Pacific Northwest. Ticket includes a lunch. Cash Bar.
https://www.virginiav.org/?event=opening-day-of-yachting-season&event_date=2017-05-06
May 8
Tacoma Transportation Club Luncheon
La Quinta Inn and Suites
RSVP: www.transportationcluboftacoma.org
May 10
Seattle Maritime Academy Student Orientation for Marine Deck Technology and Marine Engineering Technology, 1 p.m.
Reservations are required and the orientation is limited to 30 individuals.
4455 Shilshole Avenue
RSVP 206.934.2647
http://maritime.seattlecentral.edu/tours-and-information
May 11
Tugboat Storytime, 11 a.m. – Noon
Aboard the Tugboat Arthur Foss, Historic Ships Wharf, Lake Union Park
Co-sponsored by Northwest Seaport, http://nwseaport.org/events/ and The Center for Wooden Boats, http://cwb.org/events/
May 11
Stories of the Sea, 7 - 10 p.m.
Highliner Public House, Fishermen’s Terminal, 3909 18th Avenue West
Maritime Poetry and Music Slam!!! Limited to 15 performers. To register: info@SeattleMartime101.com. Sponsored by Seattle Propeller Club, Port of Seattle, Harley Marine and presented in cooperation with Pacific Marine Expo and National Fisherman.
May 12
38th Annual Women in Trade Job Fair, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center
www.wawomenintrades.com/jobfair.html
May 12
Free Fishermen’s Terminal Walking Tour
10-11:30 a.m.
Get a behind the scenes look at Fishermen’s Terminal.
Limited to 40 people. Registration required.
Specify Fishermen’s Terminal Tour.
RSVP: portregistration@portseattle.org
May 12
Chantey Sing
Dockside, Virginia V
Matthew Moeller will lead the May Chantey Sing. Matthew Moeller writes the best songs about Washington maritime lore ranging from salt horse, to the legendary ferry The Flyer, and to the lowly geoduc. Free to attend. More information: http://nwseaport.org/maritime-music/chantey-sings/
May 12 and 13
Northwest Paddling Festival
Lake Sammamish State Park, Issaquah
www.northwestpaddlingfestival.com
May 13
Harley Marine Seattle Maritime Festival Family Fun Day, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Seattle Maritime Academy
4455 Shilshole Ave NW – just east of the Ballard Bridge
Don’t miss the boat at Seattle’s largest maritime industry celebration! It’s the Harley Marine Seattle Maritime Festival Family Fun Day, sponsored by the Seattle Propeller Club and Port of Seattle at The Seattle Maritime Academy from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 13. Don’t miss the free fun including interactive displays, three Ship Canal Boat Tours, kid’s activities, demonstrations, workshops and other special events. All events are free.
For details, click here.
May 17
“Rosie the Riveter” Yesterday and Today: Washington Women in the Trades, 6:30 p.m.
History Café, Museum of History and Industry
Hear the personal stories of women who have led the way in breaking barriers for female workers in Washington. Women across three generations, including Georgie Kunkel, who worked at the Boeing bomber plant in Chehalis during WWII, will share their experiences and perspectives.
Link to MeetUp page: https://www.meetup.com/HistoryCafe/events/238592862/
May 17
Tacoma Propeller Club General Meeting-Scholarship Award Dinner
Courtyard Tacoma Downtown,
Details at www.tacomapropellerclub.com
May 19
Harley Marine Seattle Maritime Festival Breakfast
Marriot Waterfront Hotel
Washington Lt. Governor Cyrus Habib will be the keynote speaker and the breakfast will include the presentation of the Puget Sound Maritime Achievement Award and the Seattle Propeller Club Public Official of the Year Award.
Details at www.seattlepropellerclub.org
May 19
Tacoma Propeller Club Chowdown
Details at www.tacomapropellerclub.com
May 22
National Maritime Day
This day reflects the gratitude that Americans have for the maritime industry and the benefits it brings to the country. It also honors and recognizes ships and seafarers who have held a special place in the nation's history.
May 25
Tugboat Storytime, 11 a.m. – Noon
Aboard the Tugboat Arthur Foss, Historic Ships Wharf, Lake Union Park
Co-sponsored by Northwest Seaport, http://nwseaport.org/events/ and The Center for Wooden Boats, http://cwb.org/events/
June 9
NOAA Open House
12 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Western Regional Center, 7600 Sand Point Way NE
Join NOAA for an open house this June! You will be able to tour NOAA facilities, explore interactive booths, talk with scientists and engineers and learn more about what NOAA does for you. NOAA Open House is a FREE event, open to the public, no reservations required.
Attention K-12 Students: K-12 students are invited to submit an entry for NOAA's Our Oceans, Our Future Art Contest! Entries must be received by May 9, 2017. Please see the entry form here and slideshow for more details. Artwork will be on display and contest winners will be recognized during Open House.
For more information: visit our website and Facebook event.
June 21
Seattle Propeller Club Luncheon
All events subject to change.
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