July/August 2024

Pen & Eye # 15 - Abolition 101

Pen & Eye # 15 – Abolition 101

 

Space Dreams

Space Dreams

Redmond eighth grader wins NASA national writing contest

When Aadya Karthik was 8 years old, a visit to the Pacific Science Center sparked a passion that would shape her future...

Montlake Maximalists

Montlake Maximalists

Couple strips 1915 Dutch colonial home

Subscribers to the minimalist movement that has dominated American interior design over the past decade-plus may be roughly cleaved into two demographic groups...

Prints are No. 1

Prints are No. 1

Enjoy the relaxed, flowing silhouettes of stylish and practical print dresses this summer

You can dress them up or down. They come in various fabrics, colors, and styles. They adapt to different seasons, making them a favorite among Washingtonians who appreciate practical yet stylish wardrobe choices. Have you guessed it yet?

Dynamic And Engaging: The Call Of Calder

Dynamic And Engaging: The Call Of Calder

As a teenager, former Microsoft executive Jon Shirley fell in love with the works of Alexander Calder. He’s now sharing his passion with the public.

For me, moving around The Eagle, taking it in outside of traditional gallery walls and interacting with it, choosing how I saw the work, was a totally new way to experience art...

Fave Five: Summer Vibes, Sunshine Highs

Fave Five: Summer Vibes, Sunshine Highs

Bespoke, Bingsoo, books, and trolls

Craving something cold and sweet? Perhaps it’s fresh style, art, or insights you’re dreaming of? Look no further. Here are five favorites that will quench your search for refreshment of body, mind, or garden this summer..

Editor's Note: Green Serenity

Editor’s Note: Green Serenity

It’s been 10 years since Washington residents could legally buy marijuana

I was intrigued when an email blaring the provocative subject line “Weed Man Targets Seattle for Franchise Expansion” popped into my inbox. Imagine my disappointment when the pitch was for a lawn-care company, not a pot shop. I’m sure that’s not the reaction the PR team was anticipating...

Publisher's Note: From Stigma to Science

Publisher’s Note: From Stigma to Science

Seattle is emerging as a leader in using psychedelics for mental health

Right or wrong, psychedelics have long been relegated to the fringes of society, dismissed as dangerous substances with no legitimate medical value. Having grown up during the late ‘60s and ‘70s, my word associations for “magic mushrooms” were always with “Woodstock hippies” or worse, “Charles Manson.” But recent research taking place in our region has

Food Flight

Food Flight

The best portable meals to grab on the way to Sea-Tac

Crunching through a fresh bánh mì at the far end of Terminal C at Sea-Tac International Airport or unwrapping an oversized cemita during boarding sits just at the edge of acceptable airport behavior. Not because someone shouldn’t be able to enjoy some of Seattle’s finest sandwiches or slices en route, but simply because...

Sustainable Strands

Sustainable Strands

Decoding clothing labels for chic and healthier fabric choices

When curating your wardrobe, paying close attention to clothing labels is a must. To ensure your outfits are stylish, sustainable, and durable, look for garments crafted from natural fibers such as  cotton, silk, wool, linen, and cashmere. Clothes made from...

Crescent Ridge Opens Amenities and Winery Venue for Summer

Crescent Ridge Opens Amenities and Winery Venue for Summer

‘One of a kind homes perfect for entertaining or vacation rentals’

The most iconic season of the year is in full swing in Crescent Bar. The coolers are stocked, boats are on the Columbia, and everyone is suited up for another incredible stretch of sun-soaked days. Excitingly, on top of the standard itinerary filled with morning hikes, tee times, and warm, starry nights by the firepit,…

Must List: This Week’s Top 6 Picks

Must List: This Week’s Top 6 Picks

Jun 28 - Jul 04

Pride Parade, classic cars, delicious food at The Taste Northwest

We've rounded up some fantastic events, both inside and outside, to keep you entertained as we head into summer. And with the 4th of July around the corner, we know we can finally count on some constant sun.