Events of Interest—August 2007

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Enjoy your summer, NSWA colleagues and friends!

NSWA Business Calendar | University of Washington Events

NASW Science in Society / CASW New Horizons

Registration is open through Tuesday, October 2 for NASW’s Science in Society Meeting, the biggest science writing event to hit the Northwest in years. The meeting will be hosted by Pacific Northwest National Labs and the University of Washington, and will take place in Spokane, WA, at the top-rated and recently restored Davenport Hotel.

The NASW Science in Society Meeting, Oct. 19-20, features networking opportunities with fellow writers and workshops on topics such as freelancing, wrestling big topics, and switching from reporting to PR. It will also feature another round of the ever-popular pitch slam. See the meeting program, register, and learn more about volunteer and fellowship opportunities at the Science in Society Meeting web site.

The NASW meeting will be immediately followed by the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing’s New Horizons in Science Briefing, Oct. 20-23. This is a chance to hear top researchers talk about topics that will make headlines in the coming year. Registration for this portion of the meeting is free. For more info, see the CASW web site, then register online concurrently with NASW.

The NASW/CASW meeting is more intimate than the AAAS and it’s a great chance for both experienced and newbie science writers to meet in a relaxed setting, chat and learn about new topics and skills.

To top it all off, NSWA presents Sleepless in Spokane, Saturday, October 20
Kick up your heels with The Dusty 45s, one of Seattle’s top roots and rockabilly bands. Come see their famous live show, complete with flaming trumpet. Click for Details.

August 20, 6:30 p.m.:
NSWA Board Meeting—all interested members are invited to attend.
Deanna Frost’s home. For agenda and/or location, please email deafrost at yahoo dot com.

Wednesday, August 1, 7:00 p.m.:
Dr. Nalini Nadkarni, faculty member of The Evergreen State College, will present “Reflections on 25 years of Rainforest Studies” for the Summer Lecture Series at the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. These free lectures start at 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:00 p.m.) at the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, (360) 753-9467.
http://www.fws.gov/nisqually

Wednesday, August 1, 8:00 p.m.:
“Wednesday Evenings at the Genome,” part four of five, will feature Dr. Gail Jarvik, who holds the Arno G. Motulsky Endowed Professorship of Medicine and is an adjunct professor of Genome Sciences and of Epidemiology. She is also head of the Division of Medical Genetics in the Department of Medicine. Dr. Jarvik is a distinguished investigator of the genetics of complex disease, and was designated a “Local Legend from Washington” by U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell, in association with the American Medical Women’s Association and the National Library of Medicine. The free talk will be held in the auditorium of the Foege Building on 15th Avenue NE and NE Pacific St.
http://www.gs.washington.edu/wednesdays/index.htm

Thursday, August 2, 7:00 a.m.:
The Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association is sponsoring a breakfast panel “Wellness Forum” aimed at educating the audience on Wellness Programs, from return on investments, implementation strategies, what has been done and what the future holds in “Wellness.” According to a study published by the American Journal of Health Promotions, for every $1 spent on wellness programs, employers can expect a return of $2.30 to $10.10 through lower medical claims, reduced absenteeism, improved productivity and other factors. This free event will be held at the Washington Athletic Club, Seattle, WA. Contact: bryan_marsh@wellsfargois.com or 206-701-5324
http://www.wabio.com

Thursday, August 2nd through Sunday, August 5th:
The world-famous U.S. Navy Blue Angels once again star in the KeyBank Air Show at SEAFAIR presented by Boeing, and The Museum of Flight is proud to be their headquarters! Enjoy the precise pre-flight walkdowns, feel the thrilling formation takeoffs and meet Navy’s finest pilots as they return from their practice sessions and show performances at the Museum. Their tentative schedule is available at
http://www.museumofflight.org/Display.asp?Page=3DBlueAngelsSchedule

Thursday, August 2, 5:00 p.m.:
The Experience Music Project and the Science Fiction Museum (EMP/SFM ) join the Seattle tradition of celebrating art and culture by offering free admission from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the first Thursday evening of every month. All EMP/SFM Galleries. 325 5th Avenue North, Seattle.
http://www.sfhomeworld.org

Thursday, August 2, 2:00 p.m.:
Richard White ranks among the most distinguished historians of the North American West. His award-winning publications include two classics on man and nature in the Pacific Northwest: Land Use, Environment, And Social Change (1980) on Washington’s Island County; and The Organic Machine (1995) on the Columbia River. His presentation this afternoon is “A Sense of Where We Are: History and Literature of the Pacific Northwest.” Funding support for this program comes from UW Summer Quarter; UW Simpson Center for the Humanities; Michael J. Repass Endowment in Pacific Northwest History; the Center for the Study of the Pacific Northwest; and the UW Department of History. UW Henry Art Gallery, 15th Avenue NE & NE 41st Street, Seattle.
http://www.bookstore.washington.edu

Monday, August 6th through Friday, August 10th:
“When there are conflicting opinions in patient care, who decides what's in the best interest of the patient?” Health care professionals from the United States and abroad will grapple with this question and others at the UW’s 20th Annual Summer Seminar in Health Care Ethics, Aug. 6-10, in T-639, Health Sciences Center. The Summer Seminar in Health Care Ethics provides an interactive introduction to the “the four-box method” of analysis of ethical problems, developed by Dr. Albert Jonsen and colleagues, Drs. Mark Siegler, and William Winslade. Jonsen, emeritus professor and former chair of the Department of Medical History & Ethics, is a pioneer in medical ethics. The four-box method is now the gold standard in ethical decision-making in health-care settings. For more information, see http://uwnews.washington.edu/ni/uweek/uweekarticle.asp?articleID=3D35271

Monday, August 6, 7:00 p.m.:
Dr. Robert Morris will read from and sign The Blue Death: Disease, Disaster, and the Water We Drink. Think before you drink, there might be something in the water. Filtration and chlorination of the water supply were supposed to eliminate pathogens, but the system has proven far from perfect. Dr. Robert Morris discusses the safety of our water supply and offers suggestions to making it safer. University Book Store.
http://www.bookstore.washington.edu

Tuesday, August 7, 7:00 p.m.:
Kevin J. Anderson and Brian Herbert will read from and sign Sandworms of Dune, billed as the grand finale to the Dune saga. Based on an outline that was hidden in a safety-deposit box for decades, the book promises to be filled with revelation after revelation about one of the most original visions in all of science fiction, conceived by Frank Herbert, and followed to its conclusion by Kevin Anderson and Herbert’s son Brian. University Book Store.
http://www.bookstore.washington.edu

Wednesday, August 8th, - Sunday, August 12th:
From bubbles to boat building to making a sand castle in their large sand pit, Pacific Science Center visitors learn about the science behind all of their favorite summertime activities.
http://www.pacsci.org

Wednesday, August 8, 7:00 p.m.:
As part of the monthly Pop Culture Talks series, EMP/SFM will host an evening with Dr. Tom Daniel, the Joan and Richard Komen Endowed Chair of Biology, University of Washington. He is the proud recipient of the University of Washington 1989 Distinguished Teaching Award and the 2001 Distinguished Graduate Mentor Award. Daniel will speak on the “The Science of Aliens.” The talk will take place at JBL Theater at EMP|SFM; 325 5th Avenue North, Seattle. Free for EMP and SFM members, $5 for the public. To RSVP, call 206.770.2702.
http://www.sfhomeworld.org/

Wednesday, August 8, 7:00 p.m.:
Natural historian, author, and Director Emeritus of the Slater Museum of Natural History at the University of Puget Sound, Dennis Paulson will present “Rainbows on the Wing: Dragonflies” for the Summer Lecture Series at the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. These free lectures start at 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:00 p.m.).
http://www.fws.gov/nisqually

Wednesday, August 8, 8:00 p.m.:
“Wednesday Evenings at the Genome,” part five of five, will feature Dr. Leo Pallanck, an associate professor of Genome Sciences. Dr. Pallanck’s laboratory uses genetic and molecular approaches to elucidate mechanisms of synapse formation and function and to identify genetic pathways leading to pathology in heritable forms of neurodegenerative disorders. They study genes involved in Parkinson’s disease and the pediatric neurodegerative disorder, Niemann Pick Type C disease. The free talk will be held in the auditorium of the Foege Building on 15th Avenue NE and NE Pacific St.
http://www.gs.washington.edu/wednesdays/index.htm

Saturday, August 11, 2:00=963:00 p.m.:
Take “A Walk in the Park ~ Stories from the Ground Up” at the Olympic Sculpture Park with educators from the Burke Museum. What can the park teach us about Puget Sound’s history? This program will weave together decomposition, native plants, bird behavior, and more to tell stories inherent in the park’s art and landscape. Please check in at the PACCAR Pavilion 30 minutes before start time to reserve your space.
http://www.washington.edu/burkemuseum/events/index.php

Saturday, August 11, 2:00 p.m.:
Minnesota physician and author Dr. Lynne Eldridge reads from and signs a book that is co-authored with (her brother) David Borgeson, MS, MPT, Avoiding Cancer One Day at a Time: Practical Advice for Preventing Cancer. This work is full of information, practical, psychological, nutritional, and more. Elliott Bay Books.
http://www.elliottbaybook.com/events/next/index.jsp

Saturday, August 11, 7:00 p.m.:
Dr. Alvin Plantinga, professor of philosophy at Notre Dame University and renowned contemporary apologist for Christianity, will speak on “Religion and Science: Why Does the Debate Continue?” Dr. Plantinga will be giving a Christian response to the rising tide of “atheist fundamentalism.” This lecture, which was first given at Yale University, is free and open to the public. The event will be held at the Rainier Beach Presbyterian Church, 9656 Waters Ave. S., Seattle, 98118.
http://www.fosep.org

Saturday, August 11, 7:30 p.m.:
Lewis & Clark and Me is author Spence Campbell’s account of swimming the 557-mile Lewis and Clark route down the Clearwater, Snake, and Columbia Rivers to the Pacific Ocean and his subsequent career as a deep sea diver and director of the Diving Physiology Research Laboratory at Virginia Mason Research Center. He was a leader in discovering treatments for decompression sickness, also known as “the bends.” Spence Campbell this evening will read from his memoir about his life, work, and one amazing journey downriver.
http://www.elliottbaybook.com/events/next/index.jsp

Monday, August 13, 7:00 p.m.:
Wier Harman, Town Hall’s executive director, directs a staged reading of “Atomic Farmgirl” by C. Denby Swanson adapted from a memoir by Teri Hein. The play is set on the farm Hein grew up on in Eastern Washington, in the shadow of the Hanford nuclear plant. It looks at the land over time, tracing its beginnings as Cayuse and Yakama territory and contemplates its future and the legacy of the nuclear industry in this country. Actors include E. Ray Anderson and Leslie Law. Teri Hein is the Executive Director of 826 Seattle, a non-profit writing center for students ages 8 - 16. This performance is the culmination of play development workshops held during the first week in August at the Icicle Creek Theatre Festival in Leavenworth. Downstairs at Town Hall, enter on Seneca Street. Free, no tickets required.
http://www.townhallseattle.org/calendar.cfm

Wednesday, August 15, 7:00 p.m.:
For the Summer Lecture Series at the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, Dr. Peter Rhines, UW Professor of Oceanography and Atmospheric Sciences, will present “The Future of Water, Ice, and Snow under Global Warming.” These free lectures start at 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:00 p.m.).
http://www.fws.gov/nisqually

Thursday, August 16, 6:00 p.m.:
Science with a Twist will present “Fire & Ice,” an opportunity to enjoy a hot summer night as you party under the arches of Pacific Science Center! The evening will heat up with fire performers and live music by Pocket Change. Then cool-down with summer cocktails and amazing science demonstrations! Don’t miss the hottest (and coolest) party of the summer! Pacific Science Center.
http://www.pacsci.org/twist/

Saturday, August 18th =96 Sunday, August 19th:
The Native American Arts Celebration, sponsored by the Burke Museum, features two days of art, crafts, dancing, and storytelling with some of the region’s premier Native American artists.
http://www.washington.edu/burkemuseum/events/index.php

Saturday, August 18, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.:
The Science Fiction Museum hosts Family Days every 3rd Saturday of the month from 11 am to 3 pm. Family Day activities include art projects, music demonstrations, special tours and workshops for everyone. Bring the family and join us for a day of fun and creativity!
http://www.sfhomeworld.org

Tuesday, August 21, 6:30 p.m.:
“Speculations” is the Elliott Bay Books Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Group. The selection for this month is Kafka On the Shore by Haruki Murakami.
http://www.elliottbaybook.com/events/next/index.jsp

Wednesday, August 22, 7:00 p.m.:
The Cascadia Research Institute’s Dr. John Calambodikis will present “The Secret Lives of Whales: Tracking the Movements and Underwater Behavior of Blue and Humpback Whales” for the Summer Lecture Series at the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. These free lectures start at 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:00 p.m.).
http://www.fws.gov/nisqually

Wednesday, August 22, 7:00 p.m.:
Author Amanda Lumry will discuss her recent book of photography and information The Methow Valley: Between Home and Heaven. Diverse life, gorgeous natural surroundings, and dramatic seasons make it the perfect destination for hikers, bikers, and skiers. University Book Store - Bellevue.
http://www.bookstore.washington.edu

Thursday, August 23, 7:00 p.m.:
Author Amanda Lumry will discuss her recent book at the University Book Store - University District (see entry above).
http://www.bookstore.washington.edu

Sunday, August 26, 2:00 p.m.:
Arden Moore, Animal Radio special correspondent and editor of “Catnip and Fido Friendly Magazine,” will hold a question and answer session at Elliott Bay Books. Arden Moore is the author of many books, most recently The Cat Behavior Answer Book and The Dog Behavior Answer Book, and also the classic dog-friendly cookbook, Real Food for Dogs. This event is co-sponosored by Pasado’s Safe Haven.
http://www.pasadosafehaven.org
http://www.elliottbaybook.com/events/next/index.jsp

Monday, August 27; 7:00 p.m.:
Science on Tap hosts Gerard Cangelosi, Associate Member, Seattle Biomedical Research Institute, who will present “Understanding tuberculosis, XDR-TB, and Godzilla: A guide for modern city dwellers.” Everyone is welcome, no science background required. Located in the Pub at Ravenna Third Place Books, 6504 20th Ave. NE. The pub is located in the bookstore basement and open to all ages!
http://www.scienceontap.org/

Tuesday, August 28, 12:00-1:00 p.m.:
The UW Department of Medical History & Ethics presents the 2007 Biomedical Research Integrity Program Third Event, “Considering Animals in Research: Where Do You Fit In?” by Cynthia Pekow, DVM. UW Hogness Auditorium, Health Science Building A420. FHCRC, 8/28/07, 2-3pm, Pelton Auditorium
http://www.fosep.org

Wednesday, August 29, 7:00 p.m.:
Kelly McAllister, Habitat Connectivity Biologist, Washington Department of Transportation, will present “Wildlife of South Puget Sound - Ramblings about Rarities and Seldom Seen Critters” for the Summer Lecture Series at the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. These free lectures start at 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:00 p.m.).
http://www.fws.gov/nisqually