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YOUNG BLACK CULTURE: Studies claim that African-American male culture has continued to decline despite generally strong national economic growth. Central District Forum for Arts & Ideas with moderator Carl Livingston Jr. and a group of respected panelists discuss their attempts to "defy convention and support the success and progress of African-American boys."
7pm // Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center // $5 for adults; Free for CD Forum Members/Students/Seniors
DANCE: Australia's Sydney Dance Company brings Grand, its newest work, to the UW. Grand comes with an actual grand piano, which is great because dance and live music go together like peanut butter and chocolate. Mmmm peanutbutterchocolatedance.
8pm // Meany Hall, 4001 University Way NE // $42 (206-543-4880)
SIFF DEADLINE!: Today's your last chance at SIFF early bird pass sales. Platinum passes are sold out but other options are still available.
All-day // Seattlefilm.org // Many price options
PARTY: Each issue of local mag Rivet tackles one subject to show how there are common theads throughout various aspects of culture. Their current issue is on secrets, so the release party tonight at The Hideout is sooooo appropriate. Be sure to make a stop at the confessions booth to reveal your deepest, darkest secrets--or to tell a lie or two.
8-11pm // 1005 Boren Ave // Free, mags for $5
