An exciting Inauguration fete for readers in Seattle. On Inauguration morning, over 200 community members are expected to gather at the Wing Luke Asian Museum to celebrate and watch a live broadcast of the swearing-in ceremony.

The Inauguration Mixer (pun intended) is organized by Mavin, the nation's leading nonprofit that seeks to raise awareness about mixed-heritage people and families. In 2005, as part of the Generation Mix National Awareness cross-country tour, Mavin youth interviewed the then-Illinois Senator (the interview is captured in the documentary Chasing Daybreak). Obama urged them to stay connected to their communities of color, which Mavin has consistently supported. Four years later, Mavin is commemorating the election of a president that has already begun to challenge and transform America's traditional constructs about race.

Sure it's early in the morning, but this is a history-making milestone. Call in sick and go mix it up with Mavin and friends.

Tuesday January 20
8:10 to 11:00am
Free!
Wing Luke Asian Museum
719 South King Street (Chinatown-International District)
Seattle, WA

For you New Yorkers who've decided not to join the four million strong party in the streets in D.C., there'll be plenty of carousing right here in town. One such event is being thrown by the Media Coalition for Artists of Color at the beautiful Tribeca Cinemas. If you're an actor, director, writer, producer or technician in the fields of film, TV or the internets, this bash will be right up your alley. And bonus! The $20 admission includes two drinks. Buy tix here, they're likely to sell out fast.

The Media Coalition promotes collaborative efforts between media organizations of color to create opportunities in film, TV, and other media, and includes organizations like Asian Cinevision, Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment, and African American Women in Cinema.

Media Coalition Dance Party and Networking Salon
Tuesday January 20
7:00-11:00pm
Tribeca Cinemas Main Lounge
54 Varick Street NY, NY