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Enjoy the Benefits of an Active Senior Living Community at Parkshore
Parkshore’s exclusive 62+ living community provides an active lifestyle in the midst of charming Madison Park
Sponsored by Parkshore Living Steps from the waters of Lake Washington and within the shadow of magnificent Mount Rainier, the Parkshore Living tower stands as a testament to community and living well. This Continuing Care Retirement Community supports an active atmosphere with outings, classes and social events as well as world-class dining options. Not only is…
‘Shout Sister Shout!’: Come for the Music, Stay for…Also the Music
A star turn by Carrie Compere buoys this overburdened bio-play of music legend Sister Rosetta Tharpe
Carrie Compere’s voice is enough to make you a believer, which would make her character in Shout Sister Shout!, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, very happy. The new Tharpe bio-play by Cheryl L. West, co-created with director Randy Johnson and now running at Seattle Rep, traces the arc of this musical visionary, from her days as a…
This Week Then: Seattle Turns 150
Plus: Remembering WTO
This story was originally published at HistoryLink.org. Subscribe to their weekly newsletter. A City on the Go Happy birthday, Seattle! One hundred and fifty years ago this week, on December 2, 1869, the city was officially incorporated by the Washington Territorial Legislature — but getting there was no easy task. Eighteen years earlier, the Denny Party arrived near Alki Point on…
Shop for the Perfect Gift at These Local Holiday Markets
‘Tis the season to support local artists, crafters and businesses
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: gift shopping season. Sure, you could order all your presents online, but why sacrifice the thrill of the hunt? Holiday markets are the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts made by local artists and businesses, while helping support our local community. Here are ten we recommend. Holiday Market…
With ‘Head Over Heels,’ ArtsWest Go-Goes for Broke
Add New Wave hits to a sexually updated Elizabethan comedy and the result is... a bit of a mess
The most winning thing about Head Over Heels, the 2015 musical now running at ArtsWest, is the matter-of-factness with which book writer Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q) foregrounded the same-sex pairings and gender fluidity only hinted at in the show’s 16th-century source. Streamlining Sir Philip Sidney’s preposterously complex romance Arcadia, Whitty kept the setting and premise (a happy…
This New South Lake Union Home Shop Combats Seattle Gray with Pattern and Color
From wallpaper to fabrics, Guesthouse helps you add the perfect pop of color to your space
This article appears in print in the November 2019 issue. Click here to subscribe. The goal of Guesthouse interior design firm and shop is to make you feel not as though you were a guest, but as if you were at home—supposing your home was decked in a mix of modern accents and vintage statement pieces, like a…
Must List: Seattle Center’s Winterfest, Cocopop!, Thanksgiving Day Apple Cup 5K
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Love the Must List? Get it right in your inbox. Subscribe. MUST GET FESTIVE Seattle Center’s Winterfest (11/29-12/31) A month might not be long enough to explore all the festivities on offer at Seattle Center’s annual winter celebration. From magic shows to model train exhibits, four Saturdays of ice sculpting to a skate night with drag…
Centralia Is a Holiday Season Haven
Historic Downtown Centralia might only be a short drive or train ride from Seattle, but its authentic holiday charm makes it feel like a world away
Sponsored by Centralia Downtown Association Washington is filled with quaint small towns. But few, if any, possess the blend of accessibility, historic charm and a truly unique holiday spirit experience like the Mayberry-esque town of Centralia. A quick drive down I-5 or traffic-free train trip can deliver you into the heart of the historic downtown…
A Tale of Two Cranes: This Local CBD Company Has Wellness Top-of-Mind
Founded by twins Hanna Yi and Susun Chung, Two Cranes Botanicals brings organic CBD products to local consumers
Among the topics in today’s crowded health and beauty industry, the idea of “wellness” is a term making headlines. Ranging from apps that teach at-home yoga to medical-grade IV drips, many are wanting to achieve a little more balance in their lives. One of the fastest growing trends, cannabidiol (CBD), can be a murky subject…
Try These Washington Digestifs After the Thanksgiving Feast
Eat too much? These local digestifs are here to help
There’s one thing most Thanksgiving dinner devotees share—eating too much at the holiday table, and then, perhaps, even more as the evening progresses. If you find yourself way too full at after the first round of feasting this year, we suggest alleviating it with a Washington state digestif, an alcoholic drink consumed to aid digestion….
A Winter Adventure Isn’t Far in Juneau, Alaska
The relatively undiscovered Alaskan gem is a vacation all on its own
Sponsored by Travel Juneau Get to know winter in Juneau, a destination that’s always in season no matter the season. Diverse terrain, abundant snowfall and breathtaking scenery make Alaska’s capital city the best-kept secret in snow sports. We’re talking spruce and cedar forest encrusted in ice rime; long, slow sunsets painting the ridgeline pink, purple…
Murano Senior Living Helps You Care For Your Loved Ones
During intense times of changing needs, Murano personalizes their care to meet the needs of the people important to you
Sponsored by Murano Senior Living The holidays are quickly approaching, which means many of us will be heading home for the holidays and spending more time with family. Sometimes, a visit home for the holidays can open our eyes to the fact that our loved ones are getting older and it may be time to…
5 Seattle-area Record Labels You Should Know
When it comes to independent record labels, Sub Pop isn’t the only game in town
Seattle is world-renowned as a music town so it’s no surprise our little corner of the world is teeming with independent record labels supporting local talent. From garage rock to “night bus music” these local companies are sharing Seattle sounds with the world. Here are five local record labels who should be on your radar:…
This Week Then: Famous Washington State Bigfoot Sightings
Plus: The mystery behind D.B. Cooper
This story was originally published at HistoryLink.org. Subscribe to their weekly newsletter. In the Woods Fifty years ago this week, on November 24, 1969, Sasquatch tracks were discovered in Stevens County, renewing searches for the legendary but elusive cryptid. Sasquatch sightings in Washington date back to the 1800s, when fur trappers and loggers claimed to have seen…
Must List: Julefest, Thanksgiving Night Market, ‘Bite Sized’
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Love the Must List? Get it right in your inbox. Subscribe. MUST NORD-OUT Julefest (11/23-11/24) No need to be a Swede to enjoy the second annual Nordic Christmas celebration, with traditional sounds and flavors, handmade wares and performances by local Scandinavian groups. While this Christmas fest typically lasts a month in Europe, this weekend event packs in…
A Very Merry Vancouver Awaits With The Chance to Win Tickets To Vancouver’s Best Holiday Attractions
The jewel of Canada's West Coast is enticing winter holidaymakers with a month of daily prizes and the chance to win a grand prize trip to Vancouver
Sponsored by Vancouver Hotel Destination Association Walking across a breathtaking bridge suspended 230 feet above a river gorge and adorned with a million glittering lights. Sightseeing in an old-fashioned trolley bus and singing karaoke carols from one unforgettable stop to another. Strolling through a traditional German Christmas Market, sipping on hot chocolate and shopping for…
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