Looking Back to Look Forward: Reflecting on Seattle's Evolution

Civic Cocktail offers a lively look at big events and important issues facing the Puget Sound region.

What role did past leaders and pivotal moments play in shaping Seattle’s civic life today? And what future do people envision as they put down new roots or stay grounded where they are in the city? Join us for moderated discussions with local experts as they share their perspectives in two segments with the first discussion focused on the city’s past and the second conversation exploring its potential.

Speakers
Leonard Garfield - Executive director, Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI)
Glen Hiemstra - Founder, Futurist.com
Jerry Large - President, BlackPast.org
Ron Chew - Founder, Chew Communications

Moderator
Mónica Guzmán - Author, speaker and journalist

About Civic Cocktail
Civic Cocktail connects elected and community leaders with the public for lively conversations about important issues facing our region. Whether you’re new to the Pacific Northwest, a self-described “civic nerd,” or looking to meet people engaged in their communities, your evening at this beloved program is sure to be friendly, fun, and fascinating. Civic Cocktail’s welcoming and conversational tone is inspired by our Dialogue Across Differences initiative. We hope you can join in person, where the conversation happens over tasty bites and festive libations, but you can still enjoy the experience wherever you are by watching virtually.

More Event Information
Attendees will be able to submit questions to the panelists in-person and virtually, as well as at the time of ticket purchase via Eventbrite.

About Seattle CityClub
Seattle CityClub is a 40-year-old nonpartisan, civics-focused nonprofit, providing a platform for insightful and educational conversations that include a diverse range of perspectives.

About Crosscut
Crosscut.com is a nonprofit, publicly supported newsroom. It is part of Cascade Public Media, which also owns and operates KCTS 9, Seattle's PBS station. Cascade Public Media serves the Pacific Northwest and its mission is to inspire a smarter world by committing to exceptional public television programming and local public interest journalism.

Covid-19 guidelines
We will adhere to our venue’s current policies on Covid-19. Please check before attending in person for the requirements.

Special thanks to Civic Cocktail's Title Partner Comcast.

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