July/August 2024
Finding Freedom
Seattle author Stacey Levine’s new book, Mice 1961, follows two sisters during a single day of their fraught relationship
From the get-go, Stacey Levine’s latest novel, Mice 1961, plunges the reader into a story of motion. “I’m interested in playing with language,” says Levine, who, in addition to authoring several novels and a book of short stories, teaches English composition and creative writing at Seattle Central College. “I’m also intrigued by the drama of
Celebrating 50 Years of Seattle Pride
From 200 people in 1974 to more than 300,000 today, Seattle Pride has grown into Washington’s largest parade
Seattle's LGBTQ+ history stretches back to the late 1800s when Pioneer Square, known at the time as "Fairyville," was a sanctuary for the queer community, housing thriving gay bars and social spaces...
Must List: This Week’s Top 6 Picks
Seattle Pride Art Walk, Elvis Costello and Daryl Hall, and a saucy musical comedy
June is here, and Seattle’s buzzing with events. It’s Pride Month, kicking off with an art walk tonight featuring the work of local LGBTQIA+ youth. Meanwhile, the city’s bagel scene is booming — perfect for your carb cravings. We’ve also got our first yaupon espresso roaster — definitely worth a try. In the arts world, ACT…
Fried Chicken Frenzy
Jollibee opens first Seattle location in Mount Baker
Jollibee, the largest Filipino fast-food chain, is opening at Rainier Valley Square in Mount Baker June 7. Known for its crispy Chickenjoy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches, and the iconic peach mango pie, Jollibee has amassed a cult following worldwide.
Diaspora Presents a More American Americano
Seattle boasts the first yaupon espresso roaster on the West Coast
Diaspora Cafe Yaupon Espresso roasts, serves, and sells yaupon, the only native North American caffeinated plant — and along with it, a message of celebrating Indigeneity. The dried green leaves, roasted, ground, and brewed like espresso, produce a drink somewhere between coffee and tea.
Tacoma Art Museum Reckons With the Roots of One of its Biggest Collections
TAM’s latest show reconsiders the meaning of Western American art
On the night of Nov. 3, 1885, a mob composed of hundreds of people marched through Tacoma, expelling members of the Chinese community from their homes, intimidating them (with weapons and threats) into leaving the city permanently, and then burning down the remaining houses — often with all of the victim’s possessions still inside. The…
Meet Alicia Crank
Crank joins Seattle mag as director of opportunities; will remain at Seattle CityClub
In addition to her CityClub duties, Crank has joined Seattle magazine as the new “director of opportunities.” In her new role, Crank will serve as a community ambassador for the publication, and will help identify both revenue and engagement opportunities.
Adrian Diaz Out As Seattle Police Chief
Twenty-seven-year SPD veteran held the post for almost four years
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has reassigned Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz. The move comes as the department faces several legal challenges. Diaz was officially named chief of police by Mayor Bruce Harrell in September 2022 after he had served as interim chief since the summer of 2020, replacing Carmen Best. Harrell said former King County…