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• Nordic Innovation Summit | Tuesday, May 14 | 9 a.m.-7 p.m. | National Nordic Museum, 2655 NW Market St., Seattle | $75-$100 | Hear from leaders in innovation and technology as they exchange ideas, discuss issues, and explore solutions.
• Tip Off Home Opener Party | Tuesday, May 14 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Dick’s Drive-In, 500 Queen Anne Ave. N., Seattle | Free | Pre-game the Seattle Storm season opener with face painting, merch, prizes, and basketball arcade games.
• “Maniac” - VIVIZ (Dance Break Pt.1) | Tuesday, May 14 | 7-8 p.m. | Theater Puget Sound, 305 Harrison St., Seattle | $20 | This beginner-friendly workshop breaks down the dance moves seen in K-pop group VIVIZ’s “Maniac.”

• “The Barber of Seville” | Wednesday, May 15-Saturday, May 18 | 7:30 p.m. | McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St., Seattle | $51-$202 | Generally considered to be one of the greatest comedic masterpieces in music, this opera follows a strapping young lad who agrees to play matchmaker.
• “Cowboy Carter,” a non-stop drag concert | Wednesday, May 15 | 7-10 p.m. | Unicorn, 1118 E. Pike St., Seattle | $15-$120 | Listen to Beyonce’s newest tracks with performances from Black drag artists.
• Charlotte Day Wilson | Wednesday, May 15 | 7 p.m. | Neumos, 925 E. Pike St., Seattle | $30-$35 | The Canadian contemporary R&B singer-songwriter is bringing her tunes to the Emerald City.
• Shelby Natasha, Ladies Loe, Ballard High School Fiddlers | Wednesday, May 15 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Ballard Homestead, 6541 Jones Ave. NW, Seattle | $15 | A variety of musicians are bringing the sounds of Ireland, Scotland, and the Scandinavian region to life.

• Seattle Cabaret Festival | Thursday, May 16 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Egan’s Ballard Jam House, 1707 NW Market St., Seattle | $20 | Mark “Mom” Finley takes center stage at this performance with song, storytelling, dance, and more.
• Sync Seattle Vibes After 5 Anniversary: May Networking Mixer | Thursday, May 16 | 6-9 p.m. | Still Liquor, 1524 Minor Ave., Seattle | $10-$20 | Mix and mingle + support Black-led nonprofits and businesses at this networking opportunity.
• Elim Chan conducts Beethoven and Barber | Thursday, May 16-Saturday, May 18 | Times vary | Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle | $35-$135 | Listen to live arrangements of Beethoven’s “First Symphony” and Barber’s “Violin Concerto.”

• Melinda French Gates has decided to resign from her position as co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, leaving Bill Gates as the sole chair. Her last day with the nonprofit is set for June 7, but she’ll be leaving with $12.5 billion to put towards work on behalf of women and families. (Seattle Times)

• After his visit in Montlake last week, college basketball hot pick Great Osobor chose University of Washington over Louisville and Texas Tech. ESPN estimated that Osobor’s name, image, and likeness deals will make him $2 million — the highest-known valuation in college basketball for next season. (Seattle Times)

• Two more Kitchen & Market locations are on their way to the Seattle area. Exact opening dates for the new boutique grocery stores in Eastlake and Kirkland haven’t been announced yet, but they are expected to open this year. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

• SODO-based bag maker Tom Bihn will be opening his first flagship store in Bellevue Square this summer. Making its way into the former Frankie4 space at 2032 Bellevue Square, the new storefront will sell Bihn’s outdoor backpacks, travel bags, and totes. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

• Change is in the air — the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts a 69% chance for a shift to a La Niña weather pattern July-September. The summer pattern change would increase chances of cold and wet condition during Seattle’s winter months. (KING 5)

• On Saturday, May 11, Bellevue celebrated the opening of Bridle Trails Valley Creek Park. The 1.65-acre park at 4432 140th Ave. NE features picnic shelters, play areas, and a loop trail next to city-owned wetlands and native plantings. The surrounding natural wildlife will remain undeveloped.

• A growing number of Seattle’s senior housing developers are catching onto the trend of intergenerational housing. Ranges in rates, amenities, and community structures aim to attract residents of all ages + prevent social isolation. An example is the Northaven Senior Living Center, which will offer child-care, classes, games, and more. (Seattle Times)

• Skagit’s tulip season might be in the rearview, but the valley has some other programs up its sleeve. The Skagit Valley free passport program offers a guide to restaurants and alehouses in the area, with a rewards system for checking in at various locations.

• If you missed the Aurora Borealis sighting this past weekend and want to make up for some of that FOMO, then the “Project Aurora” installation at the National Nordic Museum is for you. View the display for free at the work’s panel discussion on Friday, May 23.

• A new coaching staff under Mike Macdonald is just one of many changes for the Seattle Seahawks. Hear what the local experts have to say about this year’s switch-up on Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.