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LWHRA Symposium 2026
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LWHRA Symposium 2026
Oct 1
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The EviDent Way ’26
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The EviDent Way '26
Oct 2
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Each year, EviDent Alliance and our 23 dental offices with over 300 employees get together for a day of learning, fun, training, and camaraderie. It is the 1 time each year our entire employee team is together in 1 location.
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Mike Gergen
Phone: (760) 688-6130
Email: mikeg@evidentalliance.com
Each year, EviDent Alliance and our 23 dental offices with over 300 employees get together for a day of learning, fun, training, and camaraderie. It is the 1 time each year our entire employee team is together in 1 location.
NW Royal Natural Bodybuilding Competition
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NW Royal Natural Bodybuilding Competition
Oct 3
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| Family friendly event, come cheer on your favorite competitor. 10:00 AM Pre-judging show – Symmetry, muscularity, balance, quarter turns, and walks. 2:00 PM Finals show – Overalls, performances, placements, and awards. |
Questions?
John Nickerson
Phone: (206) 261-3380
Email: nwroyalnb@gmail.com
| Family friendly event, come cheer on your favorite competitor. 10:00 AM Pre-judging show – Symmetry, muscularity, balance, quarter turns, and walks. 2:00 PM Finals show – Overalls, performances, placements, and awards. |
ADWAS 40th Anniversary Hope & Justice Gala
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ADWAS 40th Anniversary Hope & Justice Gala
Oct 3
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Celebrate 40 years of advocacy, impact, and community at the Abused Deaf Women’s Advocacy Services (ADWAS) Hope & Justice Gala, an inspiring fundraising gala honoring the resilience of Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, and Hard of Hearing survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Together, we will reflect on four decades of dedication, celebrate the strength of our community, and invest in a future where every survivor has access to safety, healing, and hope.
Guests will enjoy an elegant dinner, inspiring stories, a live auction, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Whether you attend, become a sponsor, bid in the live auction, or make a donation, your support helps ensure survivors continue to find hope, justice, and a path toward healing for generations to come.
| For more information about ADWAS and the Hope & Justice Gala, visit www.adwas.org/40th-anniversary-gala or contact development@adwas.org Follow ADWAS on social media for event updates, announcements, and ways to support our 40th anniversary celebration. Facebook Handle: https://www.facebook.com/ADWAServices |
Questions?
Emmett Hassen
Phone: (206) 531-3380
Email: development@adwas.org
Celebrate 40 years of advocacy, impact, and community at the Abused Deaf Women’s Advocacy Services (ADWAS) Hope & Justice Gala, an inspiring fundraising gala honoring the resilience of Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, and Hard of Hearing survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Together, we will reflect on four decades of dedication, celebrate the strength of our community, and invest in a future where every survivor has access to safety, healing, and hope.
Guests will enjoy an elegant dinner, inspiring stories, a live auction, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Whether you attend, become a sponsor, bid in the live auction, or make a donation, your support helps ensure survivors continue to find hope, justice, and a path toward healing for generations to come.
| For more information about ADWAS and the Hope & Justice Gala, visit www.adwas.org/40th-anniversary-gala or contact development@adwas.org Follow ADWAS on social media for event updates, announcements, and ways to support our 40th anniversary celebration. Facebook Handle: https://www.facebook.com/ADWAServices |
Tickets
General: $185
#ADWAS, #ADWAS40, #ADWASGALA
LifeWire Hopecoming Gala 2026
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LifeWire Hopecoming Gala 2026
Oct 3
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Celebrate with LifeWire as we begin our 45th year of service to Western Washington. Join us in uplifting the resilience of survivors of domestic violence. Our annual Gala features silent and live auction, a formal dinner, dancing, and games. Join our community of friends and neighbors who join in LifeWire’s mission to end domestic violence.
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Amy FitzGerald
Phone: (425) 562-8840
Email: dc@lifewire.org
Celebrate with LifeWire as we begin our 45th year of service to Western Washington. Join us in uplifting the resilience of survivors of domestic violence. Our annual Gala features silent and live auction, a formal dinner, dancing, and games. Join our community of friends and neighbors who join in LifeWire’s mission to end domestic violence.
Tickets
Before 7/15: $200/person
Between 7/15 - 9/15: $225/person
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#HopecomingGala2026
ATUL PUROHIT GARBA 2026
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ATUL PUROHIT GARBA 2026
Oct 4
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Questions?
Sanket Mehta
Phone: (425) 354-9713
Email: sgcsbm@seattlegujaratis.org
UChicago Information Session in Bellevue
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UChicago Information Session in Bellevue
Oct 4
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Questions?
Allison White
Phone: (773) 712-1145
Email: allisonwhite@uchicago.edu
Vibrant Futures Luncheon
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Vibrant Futures Luncheon
Oct 7
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The second annual Vibrant Futures Luncheon is a mission-driven event with stories that illustrate how Imagine Housing creates communities where individuals and families can put down roots, where kids can be kids, and where seniors can age in place.
While there is no cost to attend, guests will be given a meaningful opportunity at the conclusion of the program to make a financial contribution in support of Imagine Housing.
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Lynn Hoyos
Phone: (425) 521-5223
Email: lynnh@imaginehousing.org
The second annual Vibrant Futures Luncheon is a mission-driven event with stories that illustrate how Imagine Housing creates communities where individuals and families can put down roots, where kids can be kids, and where seniors can age in place.
While there is no cost to attend, guests will be given a meaningful opportunity at the conclusion of the program to make a financial contribution in support of Imagine Housing.
2026 Eastside Leadership Conference
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2026 Eastside Leadership Conference
Oct 8
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Hear from local CEOs, business organizations, journalists, and policymakers … all in one day at the 2026 Eastside Leadership Conference.
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Ashley Clemmer
Phone: (425) 454-2464
Email: events@bellevuechamber.org
Hear from local CEOs, business organizations, journalists, and policymakers … all in one day at the 2026 Eastside Leadership Conference.
NAMI Eastside Annual Gala
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NAMI Eastside Annual Gala
Oct 9
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NAMI Eastside’s Annual Gala is an inspiring evening dedicated to advancing mental health awareness, education, and support throughout our community. Guests will enjoy dinner, powerful stories of hope and recovery, exciting fundraising opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting NAMI Eastside’s free mental health programs and services.
Convention CenterQuestions?
Kavitha Peters
Phone: (626) 590-0290
Email: kavitha@gfsevents.org
NAMI Eastside’s Annual Gala is an inspiring evening dedicated to advancing mental health awareness, education, and support throughout our community. Guests will enjoy dinner, powerful stories of hope and recovery, exciting fundraising opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting NAMI Eastside’s free mental health programs and services.
Rental Housing Association of Washington – RHAWA
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Rental Housing Association of Washington - RHAWA
Oct 14 - 15, 2026
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| Join hundreds of Washington’s rental housing providers, property managers, and industry partners at ENGAGE26 — RHAWA’s premier annual conference, taking place October 14–15, 2026 at the Meydenbauer Center. Over two action-packed days, attendees dive into practical education sessions led by industry experts, get the latest on legislative and advocacy updates shaping the rental housing landscape, browse an exhibitor hall full of trusted vendors, and build lasting connections through built-in networking time. Whether you manage a handful of units or a large portfolio, ENGAGE26 is where Washington’s rental housing community comes together to learn, connect, and plan for what’s ahead. Day One Day Two |
Questions?
Denise Myers
Phone: (206) 905-0614
Email: dmyers@rhawa.org
| Join hundreds of Washington’s rental housing providers, property managers, and industry partners at ENGAGE26 — RHAWA’s premier annual conference, taking place October 14–15, 2026 at the Meydenbauer Center. Over two action-packed days, attendees dive into practical education sessions led by industry experts, get the latest on legislative and advocacy updates shaping the rental housing landscape, browse an exhibitor hall full of trusted vendors, and build lasting connections through built-in networking time. Whether you manage a handful of units or a large portfolio, ENGAGE26 is where Washington’s rental housing community comes together to learn, connect, and plan for what’s ahead. Day One Day Two |
#rhawa
Wish Heroes Luncheon
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Wish Heroes Luncheon
Oct 16
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The Wish Heroes Luncheon is Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington’s uplifting, one-hour fundraising event that brings together friends, colleagues and community members to celebrate the life-changing power of a wish. Held during the chapter’s 40th anniversary year, the luncheon invites guests to share lunch, hear inspiring wish stories — including wish alum Natalie’s reflection on her wish to attend the Grammy Awards — and learn how wishes bring hope, strength and joy to children with critical illnesses and their families. The goal of the event is to fill the room with generous “Wish Heroes” who are inspired to make meaningful gifts, help raise funds through table giving and support the continued growth of wish granting across Alaska and Washington.
Convention CenterQuestions?
Dawn Draves
Phone: (206) 650-1314
Email: ddraves@akwa.wish.org
The Wish Heroes Luncheon is Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington’s uplifting, one-hour fundraising event that brings together friends, colleagues and community members to celebrate the life-changing power of a wish. Held during the chapter’s 40th anniversary year, the luncheon invites guests to share lunch, hear inspiring wish stories — including wish alum Natalie’s reflection on her wish to attend the Grammy Awards — and learn how wishes bring hope, strength and joy to children with critical illnesses and their families. The goal of the event is to fill the room with generous “Wish Heroes” who are inspired to make meaningful gifts, help raise funds through table giving and support the continued growth of wish granting across Alaska and Washington.
#MakeAWishAKWA
The Smart Practice: Digital Workflows & Business Mastery
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The Smart Practice: Digital Workflows & Business Mastery
Oct 16
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The Smart Practice, brought to you by Dental Learning, is a one-day, in-person experience delivering clinical and business education for dental professionals. Gain insights from renowned speakers, explore the latest in cutting-edge dental technology, and walk away with practical skills, valuable connections, and strategies you can immediately apply to elevate your practice.
Convention CenterQuestions?
Sarah Groginsky
Phone: (732) 577-6590
Email: events@dentallearning.net
The Smart Practice, brought to you by Dental Learning, is a one-day, in-person experience delivering clinical and business education for dental professionals. Gain insights from renowned speakers, explore the latest in cutting-edge dental technology, and walk away with practical skills, valuable connections, and strategies you can immediately apply to elevate your practice.
Tickets
Doctors: $99
Team Members: $69
2026 Fall Real Estate Conference
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2026 Fall Real Estate Conference
Oct 20
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By attending the Fall Real Estate Appraisal Conference hosted by the Seattle Chapter of the Appraisal Institute, participants will enhance their professional knowledge and practical skills in real estate valuation through expert-led sessions, case studies, and peer discussions.
Attendees will gain insights into current market trends, regulatory updates, advanced appraisal methodologies, and emerging technologies impacting the appraisal profession. The conference aims to foster critical thinking, ethical practice, and continued professional development in alignment with the Appraisal Institute’s standards of excellence.
Convention CenterQuestions?
Jaclyn Olsen
Phone: (425) 445-8692
Email: jaclyn.olsen@appraisalinstitute.org
By attending the Fall Real Estate Appraisal Conference hosted by the Seattle Chapter of the Appraisal Institute, participants will enhance their professional knowledge and practical skills in real estate valuation through expert-led sessions, case studies, and peer discussions.
Attendees will gain insights into current market trends, regulatory updates, advanced appraisal methodologies, and emerging technologies impacting the appraisal profession. The conference aims to foster critical thinking, ethical practice, and continued professional development in alignment with the Appraisal Institute’s standards of excellence.
Tickets
Full Price: $349
Member Price: $299
World Relief Western Washington We Belong Gala
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World Relief Western Washington We Belong Gala
Oct 24
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| Join us for the 2026 We Belong Gala, an evening of celebration, community, and impact. The evening will be hosted by Emmy Winner, Matt Lorch. You will hear from our Keynote Speaker, Aerlande Wontamo, Senior VP of US Programs for World Relief and special guest, Michele Bombardier, Poet. Each year, the We Belong Gala helps ensure that the life-changing work of World Relief Western Washington can continue and grow. More than a celebration, this event is a vital opportunity to raise the funds that sustain programs serving refugees, immigrants, and vulnerable families throughout our region. This year’s Gala will be held at the Meydenbauer Center and will feature both a silent and live auction, bringing together community members, partners, and supporters who believe in creating welcoming, thriving communities. Before the Gala begins, guests are invited to participate in From Home to Home, an immersive refugee experience that offers a deeper understanding of the challenges, resilience, and hope that shape the refugee journey. Every sponsorship, donation, and auction bid directly supports essential programs, including refugee resettlement, English language education, job readiness, family support services, and advocacy. Together, we can help individuals and families seeking safety and opportunity rebuild their lives with dignity and hope. We invite you to be part of this meaningful evening and invest in a future where everyone belongs. |
Questions?
Jennifer Nickels
Phone: (253) 277-1121
Email: jnickels@wr.org
| Join us for the 2026 We Belong Gala, an evening of celebration, community, and impact. The evening will be hosted by Emmy Winner, Matt Lorch. You will hear from our Keynote Speaker, Aerlande Wontamo, Senior VP of US Programs for World Relief and special guest, Michele Bombardier, Poet. Each year, the We Belong Gala helps ensure that the life-changing work of World Relief Western Washington can continue and grow. More than a celebration, this event is a vital opportunity to raise the funds that sustain programs serving refugees, immigrants, and vulnerable families throughout our region. This year’s Gala will be held at the Meydenbauer Center and will feature both a silent and live auction, bringing together community members, partners, and supporters who believe in creating welcoming, thriving communities. Before the Gala begins, guests are invited to participate in From Home to Home, an immersive refugee experience that offers a deeper understanding of the challenges, resilience, and hope that shape the refugee journey. Every sponsorship, donation, and auction bid directly supports essential programs, including refugee resettlement, English language education, job readiness, family support services, and advocacy. Together, we can help individuals and families seeking safety and opportunity rebuild their lives with dignity and hope. We invite you to be part of this meaningful evening and invest in a future where everyone belongs. |
Tickets
General: $125
Women’s Health Summit
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Women's Health Summit
Oct 30
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The Future of Women’s Health Summit is a full-day event hosted by Formidable, focused on evidence-based insights, innovation, and empowering conversations across the women’s health ecosystem.
Keynote Speakers: Dr. Kelly Casperson (urologist and best-selling author) and Dr. Jessica Shepherd (OB/GYN and Chief Medical Officer of Hers)
Highlights:
Keynote addresses, expert panels, and deep-dive sessions covering fertility, menopause, and aging
A trade show expo spotlighting emerging solutions in femtech, biotech, digital health, and wellness
Small-group breakout discussions, live podcast recordings, and a closing networking reception
Questions?
Rachel Horgan
Phone: (541) 556-1818
Email: rachel@rcproductions.co
The Future of Women’s Health Summit is a full-day event hosted by Formidable, focused on evidence-based insights, innovation, and empowering conversations across the women’s health ecosystem.
Keynote Speakers: Dr. Kelly Casperson (urologist and best-selling author) and Dr. Jessica Shepherd (OB/GYN and Chief Medical Officer of Hers)
Highlights:
Keynote addresses, expert panels, and deep-dive sessions covering fertility, menopause, and aging
A trade show expo spotlighting emerging solutions in femtech, biotech, digital health, and wellness
Small-group breakout discussions, live podcast recordings, and a closing networking reception
Tickets
General: $285