Presented in partnership with Seattle Channel

Civic Cocktail offers a lively look at important issues facing the Puget Sound region and connects community leaders with residents in engaging conversation. The program’s conversational format features elected officials, community leaders, journalists, political pundits and news-makers.

Guest Rick Steves
Nationally known travel show host and guidebook author Rick Steves joins host Joni Balter to discuss his new PBS documentary “The Story of Fascism in Europe,” explore travel as a political act and how globetrotting has helped shape his world view, and share travel tips for 2019.

Councilmembers Bagshaw, Harrell, and Johnson

With all seven of the Seattle City Council district seats up for grabs this year, three council incumbents have announced they won’t seek re-election. Council President Bruce Harrell and Councilmembers Sally Bagshaw and Rob Johnson join host Joni Balter to reflect on their time in office and look ahead to what’s next.

Moderated by Joni Balter

Limited tickets available at the door; doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets at the door are $30.

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