Our critics have already recommended 48 awesome things to do this week, but there are lots more quirky/adventurous/strange things to do, including, but not limited to, a knitting party, a self-described “strange” beer festival, and an all-female speed bartending competition. For even more events, check out our complete Things To Do calendar.
TUESDAY
Cheese 101
This 21+ class promises a tasting menu featuring 10 unique cheeses, plus the knowledge that you’re gaining “turophile smarts.”
Wool and the Gang Knit Party: Knitters Wine Event
Want to craft with cool people over a glass of wine? Your ticket includes all materials and hands on help from the Gang, plus access to video tutorials after the event.
Chainber Break
Have you ever seen someone held hostage on TV, or trapped in the trunk of a car, or locked inside a buried capsule, and thought, “I wonder what I would do in that situation? Would I be crafty enough to escape?” This event allows you to find out, in a controlled (non-violent, non-destructive) environment, and get to know your friends with unprecedented intensity.
Winner Stays: Mario Kart Edition
“A night of krazy karts and krazy deals”: You know you want to play Mario Kart on a projector.
STOMP
Eight adults bang on trash cans. Prepare for a rhythm to be drilled permanently into your brain, and for household objects to no longer hold quite the same (musical) meaning.
WEDNESDAY
Too Many Creeps!
It’s the return of Chop Suey’s ’70s-’90s “Too Many Creeps!” dance party.
THURSDAY
Pundemonium
A pun-based competition, hosted by Erika Ellefson.
Cocktail Theatre: Guilty Pleasures
“Pert performances, raunchy raffles, and lascivious libations” are promised at Book-It’s theatrical adaptation of a guilty pleasure novel.
Andy Sturdevant: Art Ecologies
Andy Sturdevant, the Twin Cities-based writer known for his intimate knowledge of specific regional relationships to the arts, comes to the Allen Institute Auditorium for a performance. He’ll use his “faux sociological language” to theoretically place our city within the field of Contemporary Art across the United States.
FRIDAY
The Strange Brewfest
In its 12th year, Port Townsend is taking inspiration from the number 12 (as in 12 Olympians), and inviting you to “party like Greek gods and goddesses” at this “Mount Olympus of beer festivals.” Expect food, live music, and imaginative beers from the PNW.
All Things Cheer 2016
Possibly the most prestigious cheerleading competition in the world.
Block Rockin’ Tease: 120 Minutes of Burlesque
Hella crunk ’90s alt-rock will soundtrack some stripping and burlesque, starring Dirty Martini. (Through Saturday)
SATURDAY
High Art: Cannabis and Creative Expression
Learn about painting while enjoying the creative influence of cannabis. They’ll provide munchies, beverages, everything you need to paint, and glassware and accessories for weed consumption—but you’ll need to BYOC.
Twisted Flicks: The Man From Planet X
Improvisers re-dub sci-fi flicks. Funnier than it sounds, perhaps. Almost like this thing called… Mystery Science Theater.
Speed Rack Season 5
An all-female speed-bartending competition put on to raise money for breast cancer.
Star Trek Geek Out: A Weekend of Star Trek Revelry
The Seattle Public Library and Experience Music Project come together for a weekend to create a Trekkie experience for all, including screenings and live reenactments. (Through Sunday)
Negotiating a Successful Threesome
Don’t listen to Barney Stinson—get advice from Sar Surmick, a marriage and family therapist and sexuality educator.
SUNDAY
Pike Chocofest
This extravagant event may have appear to have a costly price tag, but admission includes all-you-can-eat bites from local bakeries, pubs, restaurants, and cafés, a souvenir glass, and not one…not two…not five…but TEN drink tokens.
Pride & Prejudice & Zombies Night
Wear your best zombie get up for a party celebrating the upcoming film, plus prizes and ticket giveaways.
