Live & Local at Third Place Commons in July

Tap your toes or get up and dance every Friday and Saturday night at 7 PM at Third Place Commons

July 10 - Snakebite (Blues)
July 11 - Guitar Gil & Friends (Jazz)
July 17 - Ray Skjelbred & the Yeti Chasers
July 18 - Five Mile Drive (Country)
July 24 - Rusty Cage Trio (Alt/Country)
July 25 - Moonlight Swing Orchestra (Big Band)
July 31 - Mark Hurwitz & Gin Creek (Blues)

Check out the music schedule HERE!

Third Place Commons, upper level LFP Town Center

17171 Bothell Way NE, LFP 98155

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Live Jazz at the Royal Unicorn Sunday March 15, 2026

This Sunday March 15, 2026 from 6-8pm live JAZZ band at the Royal Unicorn restaurant 615 NW Richmond Beach Rd, Shoreline, WA 98177.

Featuring the Pete Alba Trio.

Happy Hour from 3-6pm. Come an hour early to enjoy happy hour and to get a good seat.

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Enjoy the traditional music of Mosquito Fleet at the Commons on Friday March 13, 2026

Members (L-R) are Kenneth Ritland, Robb Bell, Mark Demaray, Bill Clements, Chip Erickson and Anne Sherwood. 

Mosquito Fleet will be performing this Friday March 13, 2026 from 7pm to 9pm at Third Place Commons, located on the upper level of Town Center at Lake Forest Park, intersection Bothell & Ballinger Way NE. 

Born from long ago weekly jams at the Cabin Tavern in Richmond Beach, Mosquito Fleet brings to life a rich tapestry of bluegrass, old‑time and Americana, bridging centuries of tradition with the spark of today’s music. 

Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Join us for a fun evening of music and dancing!

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Live shows this week at North City Bistro

This week at North City Bistro, we have some fun shows in store for you!

 
WEDNESDAY
Happy Hour with Shapeshifter (4-6pm) NO COVER
Greta Matassa’s Student Showcase (7pm)
THURSDAY
Happy Hour with Frank Kohl (4-6pm) NO COVER
No Regrets, Edith Piaf Tribute (7pm)
FRIDAY
Happy Hour (4-6pm)
Powerhouse (8pm)
SATURDAY
Happy Hour (4-6pm)

North City Bistro
1520 NE 177th St, Shoreline WA 98155

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Live & Local: Smilin' Scandinavians play at Third Place Commons

Smilin' Scandinavians

This Weekend on the Commons Stage!

Get ready for a weekend of fantastic live music!

Friday at 7 PM – Kick things off with the Smilin’ Scandinavians, Seattle’s premier polka band for 30 years! With lively tunes, top-notch musicianship, and homespun humor, they’ll have you smiling and dancing all night long—whether you’re a polka pro or just hopping on the bandwagon!

Saturday at 7 PM – Don’t miss Take Seventeen, a dynamic big band bringing you jazz, gospel, funk, soul, and swing! With songs from legends like Duke Ellington, the Blues Brothers, and Michael Bublé, this talented group will keep your toes tapping and your spirits high.

Third Place Commons, on the upper level of Town Center Lake Forest Park, (intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way) features free, live music every Friday and Saturday. Multiple restaurants in Town Center offer food which you can bring to the Commons to eat while you listen - that is, if you are not up and dancing to the music!

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Live & Local: Lee Oskar & Friends at the North City Bistro May 3, 2025

Lee Oskar & Friends Live! on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 8:00pm - 10:00pm at the North City Bistro, 1520 NE 177th St, Shoreline WA 98155. Doors open at 7PM

Tickets $45
Purchase tickets here

Lee Oskar is an internationally acclaimed harmonica virtuoso, composer, producer, and lifelong musical explorer. He is renowned for his iconic role as a founding member and lead harmonica player of the pioneering funk/jazz band that composed and recorded such hits as “Low Rider,” “Spill the Wine,” “Cisco Kid,” “The World is a Ghetto,” “Slippin’ into Darkness,” “Why Can’t Be Friends,” and many more chart-topping songs from 1969-1993.

Lee Oskar’s original compositions includes rich instrumentations featuring Oskar’s signature harmonica and many other outstanding musicians, including those who perform with Oskar regularly as Lee Oskar & Friends: Darian Asplund (Saxophone); Andrew Cloutier (Drums); Denali Williams (Percussion); Dean Schmidt (Bass); Brian Monroney (Guitar); Alex Mortland (Guitar); and Mack Grout (Keys and Piano).

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Live & Local: Stacy Jones Band at Aurora Borealis May 2, 2025

Stacy Jones Band

May 2 @ 8:00 pm

Aurora Borealis

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm | 21+

Purchase tickets on Eventbrite here

$10 Advanced / $15 Day of Show

The Award-Winning Shoreline singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Stacy Jones and her Award-winning Band who deliver high energy Roots Rock, Blues, and Americana will play at the Aurora Borealis Event Center 16708 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133 on May 2, 2025

Doors open 7pm, show at 8pm. 21+ venue.

Shorecrest graduate Stacy Jones is no stranger to success. She has been nominated, multiple times, for “Best of the Blues” awards in songwriting, performance, harmonica, and guitar. 

She and the band have won the “Best Band Award,” five consecutive years in 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018 plus over a dozen other “Best of the Blues” awards, from the Washington Blues Society, including Best Female Vocalist, Blues harmonica, Blues Songwriter, Blues Drummer and Blues Bass and the 2018 NW Recording of the Year for her album Love Is Everywhere. 

2016 WBS Best of the Blues Awards winner for Best NW recording / Whiskey Wine and Water, The 2015 IMEA award winner: Best Blue Song “Can’t Do Nothin’ Right.”

In 2022 and 2017 she was accepted in the first round of Grammy Voting for “Best Contemporary Blues Album” and “Best Americana Song” and was chosen to represent the South Sound Blues Association as the entrant for the 2018 Best Self-produced CD Competition at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN. She has also charted on Roots Radio Report Top 40.

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Live & Local: The Foot Stompers with local resident Karl Haug - one night only at the North City Bistro April 17, 2025

The Foot Stompers at the North City Bistro on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

The Foot Stompers will be pulling out all the stops to entertain you with a lovely evening of classic rock, instrumentals and original music. 

There is a small area to shake a leg, but this will be more of a super club atmosphere where you can socialize, enjoy fantastic food, select from an impressive assortment of wines, all while tapping your feet to the fantabulous sounds of The Foot Stompers.

Guitarist Karl Haug has been a Shoreline resident for over 35 years and has been playing in bands for even longer! Karl rarely has the opportunity to play in his home town and he is very excited to bring his band to Shoreline.

Tickets are $20. Click on the link to get your tickets or the QR code on the poster.

North City Bistro 1520 NE 177th St, Shoreline WA 98155

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Live & Local: Airmail Special at Copperworks Kenmore April 5, 2025

Airmail Special at Copperworks Kenmore

The stage is set, the instruments are tuned, and a whole new chapter in Western Swing history is about to unfold at Copperworks Kenmore!

On Saturday, April 5, 2025 the cocktail bar, tasting room, and gathering place will host the newly formed Airmail Special for their first live performance.

Featuring Elena DeLisle (guitar), Pete Martin (mandolin), and Greg Glassman (bass), the trio brings together decades of experience to deliver a sound that mixes traditional Western Swing with their own unique touches. 

With years of experience among them, including past performances in bands like The Apple Valley Wranglers and Martin & DeLisle, these three musicians bring an authenticity to the genre that will make for a memorable night.

WHEN
Saturday, April 5, 2025, 6:00pm – 8:00pm

WHERE

Copperworks Kenmore 7324 NE 175th St, Kenmore, WA 98028 Located directly on the Burke Gilman bike trail

EVENT DETAILS

Airmail Special at Copperworks Kenmore

FREE & ALL-AGES | Perfect for music lovers of all kinds, with plenty of room to dance and enjoy the sounds.

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Live & Local: CD Woodbury Trio - one night only at North City Bistro Friday March 28, 2025

The CD Woodbury Trio will play a one night only dinner performance at the North City Bistro on Friday March 28, 2025 at 7:00pm. 

Tickets and reservations online here or by calling the Bistro at 206-265-4447. $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

CD Woodbury is a six time winner of the Best of the Blues Guitar, for the Washington Blues Society. 

He has played for presidents and other world dignitaries to high acclaim. CD is joined by long time blues community member, Robert Baker, and Grammy award winning drummer Bill Ray.

North City Bistro 1520 NE 177th St, Shoreline, WA 98155

2022 Washington Blues Society Hall of Fame inductee, CD Woodbury has transformed himself from journeyman sideman and “the NW’s best kept secret” into an internationally recognized rising star of the Pacific NW blues scene with his work as singer, songwriter, and guitarist. 

Two studio albums, “Monday Night!” and "World's Gone Crazy" charted on international independent radio. 

CD Woodbury
Photo by Debra Penk

CD Woodbury has thirteen Best of the Blues awards from the Seattle based Washington Blues Society including performer of the year, songwriter, NW recording, new blues band, and is a six time winner for electric blues guitar. 

He has appeared onstage with musicians as diverse as international blues stars like Sugaray Rayford, and Wee Willie Walker; Rock and Roll Hall of Fame artists Lee Oskar, and Roger Fisher; and American Idol's Sanjaya. His bands have opened for AWB, Hamilton Loomis, Elvin Bishop, Allen Stone, and many others.

Along with the current triio of Bill Ray on Drums (Paul Gilbert, Ike Turner, Earl Thomas) and veteran NW bassist and recording engineer Robert Baker, the band has been continuing to excite audiences all over the Pacific NW and hopes to bring the live experience to their radio and internet fans all over the world soon. 

Their most recent album "World's Gone Crazy" made the year end charts on the Roots Music Radio Report for Blues and Contemporary Blues and was the longest continuous #1 album for the Washington State chart that year, and the album appeared on other prominent college and international charts as well.

While their set primarily leans to a contemporary blues audience they've built over the years, this is a trio that slips in pop, rock, New Orleans, jazz, and roots influences at the drop of a hat; easily shifting from the very traditional to the surprising.

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Live & Local: Rat City Brass and MachOne Big Band at Third Place Commons this weekend

Live Music This Weekend at the Commons Stage!  

Rat City Brass

Friday, 7 PM – Rat City Brass
Step into the swinging ‘60s with Rat City Brass, paying tribute to the iconic Tijuana Brass. Think classic American pop with a tequila twist, transporting you to Herb Alpert’s legendary cantina—where the dance floor is calling!

Mach One Big Band

Saturday, 7 PM – Mach One Big Band

Get ready to swing and sway with MachOne! This 17-piece big band—featuring 13 horns, a powerhouse rhythm section, and vocalist Tony Aguirre—brings the classics to life with energy, style, and plenty of dance-floor magic.

The Commons is located on the upper floor of Town Center, intersection Bothell and Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park.

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Live & Local: Yacht Rock (Friday) and Judas Rising (Saturday) at Aurora Borealis

Aurora Borealis shows this weekend.
16708 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

Friday March 14, 2025
Doors 7pm | Show 8pm | 21+

$10 Advanced / $15 Day of Show – Purchase tickets on Eventbrite here.

Point of Sail – A Tribute to Yacht Rock faithfully recreates the sound of the music from the late 70’s and early 80’s known as Yacht Rock or AM Gold. Founded by lead vocalist Brian Garrison in 2022, it features a 7-piece multi-instrumentalist line up with 5-layer vocal harmonies and multiple lead singers.

Current Members of Point of Sail include:

• Brian Garrison – Lead Vocals & Percussion
• Marcelo Portaro – Lead Guitar
• Geoff Woodhouse – Keyboards & Vocals
• Melissa Falarski – Keys, Trumpet, Percussion, Vocals
• Alan Hardwick – Sax, Keys, Guitar, Percussion, Vocals
• Gary Sparling – Bass Guitar
• Mark Pendolino – Drums, Vocals

Saturday March 15, 2025
Doors 7pm | Show 8pm | 21+

$15 Advanced / $20 Day of Show – Purchase tickets on Eventbrite here.

Judas Rising Northwest Chapter was formed in 2016 with the focus on performing the music of Judas Priest with accuracy, energy, and appearance. Judas Priest fans throughout the West Coast have joined us in Tribute to the Metal Gods, and new fans have been made along the way. It is with honor and respect that we bring this World Class Judas Priest Tribute to you with power, volume, and high octane. Join us, let’s reminisce some heavy Judas Priest metal!

Sun King — The Ultimate Tribute to The Cult — Sun King showcases the look and sound of early era Cult.

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Live & Local: Wonderpuppet at Third Place Commons Friday, March 7, 2025

Wonderpuppet "the World's Greatest Cover Band" will play at Third Place Commons on Friday, March 7, 2025 from 7 - 9pm.

They play songs from Tom Petty, Van Halen, Journey, Aerosmith, INXS, Pink Floyd, U2, Queen, The Police, Steve Miller Band, Hall & Oates, Corey Hart, Night Ranger, AC/DC, Cheap Trick, Pat Benatar, The Black Crowes, Eric Clapton, Billy Joel, Huey Lewis & The News, Georgia Satellites, Blue Oyster Cult, The Romantics, Nirvana, Ozzy Osbourne, Peter Gabriel, Cutting Crew, Survivor, Simple Minds, Radiohead, The Cranberries, Cream, Deep Purple, Kenny Loggins, Loverboy, Mark Ronson, Billy Idol, Sublime, Stone Temple Pilots, Red Hot Chili Peppers, REO Speedwagon, Beastie Boys, Poison, Young MC and many more!

See more about them here

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Live music and dancing every weekend at Third Place Commons

Tap your toes or get up and dance every Friday and Saturday night at 7pm!

• Jan. 31 - Boogie Boulevard (Dance/Pop & R&B)
• Feb. 1 - StageOne (Swing)
• Feb. 7 - Stacy Jones Blues Band
• Feb. 8 - Swingnuts (Jazz)
• Feb. 14 - Monica Finney Trio (Jazz)
• Feb. 15 - Chris Stevens Band (Blues)
• Feb. 21 - Midnight Hour Band (Blues/Rock)
• Feb. 22 - Two Eyes Jazz
• Feb. 28 - Hopscotch (Jazz)

Check out January's music schedule HERE!

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Live & Local: Sky Winter Music schedule

The full music schedule at Sky Nursery! Most groups will perform for around 45 minutes. Our Syre Singers will have a shorter, 20 minute set, so show up early! 

We’re honored to get to host each of these wonderful groups, and we hope to see you this weekend. 

Come make merry with us this Saturday & Sunday December 7-8, 2024 at Sky Nursery 18528 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133

Come sing along and enjoy great local music for all ages undercover in the greenhouse.

Here's a look at our new hand-painted winter 'stage,' that doubles as a photo backdrop for all those super cute family pictures you'll want to remember to take. 🎄

And be sure to dress warm! It can get chilly in here sometimes...

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25th Annual Tree Lighting in North City December 7, 2024

Santa will be at the North City 25th annual Tree Lighting Festival on Saturday,

December 7, 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Where: Les Schwab, 17754 15th Ave NE

Free fun for the entire family, including live music, warm beverages, and photos with Santa Claus. We hope to see you all there!

The Tree Lighting Festival is produced by the North City Business Association in partnership with the North City Neighborhood Association and the North City Water District. Generous in-kind contributions have been made by the local Les Schwab, and North City Business Association members

Looking forward to this special moment every year—when hundreds of colorful lights in the shape of a giant Christmas tree suddenly light up the night sky, installed by the North City Water District crew on top of the 3.7 million gallon reservoir.

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Live & Local: SHEAR JAZZ returns to Darrell's Tavern on December 1, 2024

Photo courtesy Shear Jazz

Back by popular demand: Shear Jazz will play at Darrell’s Tavern Sunday December 1, 2024 from 4-6pm. 

No cover, and free parking at Darrell’s Tavern 18041 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133

Shear Jazz is led by Shoreline Chamber of Commerce member Keith McClelland and performs in the classic George Shearing sound: Vibes, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums.

The band will pay tribute to many well-known artists: Dave Brubeck, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, George Shearing, and the Modern Jazz Quartet (MJQ) to name a few.

Shear Jazz features: Nonda Trimis on vibes, Josh Williams on guitar, Dan Benson (Lake Forest Park) on 
bass, Garth Applegate on drums, and local attorney Keith McClelland on piano.

Wind up the Thanksgiving weekend with some comfortable, cool jazz.

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Live & Local: Magic Key ukulele group to perform at the Underground Holiday Market Saturday

Magic Key: Unlocking the Joy of Ukulele brings holiday cheer to the ShoreLake Arts Underground Holiday Market from 12 noon to 1:45pm on Saturday, November 23, 2024 playing favorite holiday classics and new seasonal takes on ukulele pop, rock, swing, jazz and much more. 

Family friendly, fun entertainment. Come enjoy the cheer of the season and take in the crafts and foods and breathe in the holidays with family and friends at the Shorelake Arts Underground Holiday Market

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Live & Local: The Dumas, Luquette, & Knapp Trio at Copperworks Kenmore November 25, 2024

The Dumas, Luquette, & Knapp Trio

Copperworks Kenmore, a cocktail bar and tasting room located directly on the Burke Gilman bike trail, will welcome on Monday, November 25, 2024 The Dumas, Luquette, & Knapp Trio - a group of three talented pickers who all originally hail from the Pacific Northwest.

They perform a unique style of high-energy traditional bluegrass with a contemporary twist.

Chris Luquette, now living in New York City, Nick Dumas, now living in Sturgeon Bay, WI, and Andrew Knapp, from Seattle, promise to bring magic to every stage they play.

WHEN

• Monday, November 25, 2024
• Show starts at 7:00 pm / Doors open at 6:00 pm

WHERE

• Copperworks Kenmore 7324 NE 175th St. Kenmore, WA 98028
• 425-286-8050

COST

• $12 advance purchase
• $15 at the door

IMPORTANT NOTE: Admission will be under the purchaser’s name. If someone other than the purchaser is attending, please forward your confirmation email to them and have them show it at the door. The show is at Copperworks Kenmore.

PURCHASE HERE

Tour details here

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Live and Local: Tap your toes at Third Place Commons

Michele D'Amour and the Love Dealers at Third Place Commons Friday

This Friday, December 1, 2023 at 7pm, Michele D'Amour and the Love Dealers return to the stage at Third Place Commons for a sizzling night of blues, jazz, and deep grooves sure to keep you moving all night.

Dance to the 85th Street Big Band Saturday at Third Place Commons

Then Saturday at 7pm, because we know you love to dance, we bring you none other than the 85th Street Big Band for an irresistibly swinging good time.

And by the way, discreet toe-tapping counts as dancing, so if you'd rather just sit and enjoy the great music, that's perfect, too!

Community starts here. Join us!

Third Place Commons, upper level Town Center Lake Forest Park, intersection Bothell and Ballinger Way NE.

  

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