WASHINGTON STATE LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS--Every second and fourth Monday from 6:30-8:30 pm, volunteer lawyers specializing in arts and entertainment law are available to answer questions. Artists may receive a private session for a suggested $15 donation. First-come, first-served; arrive early. For information, call the Arts Legal Clinic at 328-7053.
THURS-3
RADICAL WOMEN GENERAL MEETING--Give in to your leftist leanings, and learn more about the socialist activities of Radical Women. Dinner, with vegetarian option, available beforehand at 6:30 pm for $6 donation. New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S, 722-6057, 7:30, free.
HEALTH CARE FORUM--Bring your rants and your hospital pants to this public discussion about universal health care, sponsored by the Labor Party. The panel features a nurse and union leaders. Seattle Labor Temple, Hall 1, 2800 First Ave, 297-1844, 6 pm, free.
FRI-4
PIONEER SQUARE FIRE FESTIVAL--If it's not hot, they'll make it hot! Fire departments from all over converge to commemorate the Great Fire of 1889. Things get blazing with a Family Spaghetti Dinner Friday at McCoy's Firehouse Restaurant & Bar, and are followed throughout the weekend by a Grand Parade of 100 fire trucks, food and crafts, and a bagpipe band. Pioneer Square, Occidental Park, 622-6235, all weekend, free (Spaghetti Feed $8).
SAT-5
BAMBOO FESTIVAL PLANT SALE--The American Bamboo Society rustles up rare bamboo for auction at their annual fundraiser. Meet the growers and ask questions. Donald Graham Visitor Center, Washington Park Arboretum, 242-8848, 9:30 am, free.
SUN-6
SEATTLE COM-CARD CONVENTION--Seattle's largest comic book and trading card show, featuring items from Pokemon and Star Wars, is sure to bring out the kid in a few people in whom it is unpleasant to see. Seattle Cen