Can't Miss It: Wednesday

THINK GLOBALLY: Global development is such a lonely two words. But it doesn't have to be. Think tank Global Washington invites you to drop in at their event Global Connections this afternoon, with guest speaker Adam Smith. It's all about helping Washington’s nonprofits, businesses, academics, and government agencies come together and increase their impact globally. The talky part is 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., and then there's an hour-long reception.

4:30 p.m. // Global Washington, Seattle Marriott Waterfront // Free with registration

INCONCEIVABLE!: It's the last night to catch Princess Bride at Central Cinema. Ah, pizza, beer, and Princess Bride. Is there a better way to spend a wintry Wednesday evening? "Do you want me to send you back where you were...unemployed in Greenland?" If you need a refresher on classic quotes before you go, try here.

7 p.m. // Central Cinema, 1411 21st Avenue // $5

COUNTRY LOUNGE: Michael Vermillion says, "I love music that sounds like it came from the desert, or a dark dank alleyway, or a lonesome road, or even solitude." The Hopvine-based singer/songwriter treks out to Ballard tonight for a mid-bill performance, sandwiched between Elliott Brood and Zach Harjo. The Tractor says it's all "rusty guitars and aching vocals." We say there's nothing better than desert music in the rain.

9 p.m. // Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW // $10

"God plays guitar and wears a sombrero" by Seattlest Flickr Pool photographer Taylor Hain.