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Must List: This Week’s Top 6 Picks
Cosmic Carnival, historic harmonies, autumn harvest
By Sarah Stackhouse October 10, 2024
Halloween is almost here, and if you’re celebrating, it’s time for costumes, decorations, pumpkin carving, and maybe a few late-night chats with your kids about spooky sightings they swear they saw.
Seattle’s Sonics fan group is rallying hard to muster support for the return of the NBA. A local cannabis company is seeking stoners actors for a new series of YouTube shows about marijuana. Plus, meet Delbert Richardson, featured in our Second Acts series, showcasing those finding success later in life. Grab a copy of our latest print edition to read the full lineup now. Also, writer Danny O’Neil goes deep on why childless dog men deserve more attention.
Cosmic Carnival
Now-Nov. 2
LIT Immersive
$29-$35
Suit up and step into a glowing, galaxy-themed carnival filled with aliens and neon surprises. It’s up to you and your crew to save it all from a mysterious dark force. Wear your costume — the galaxy won’t save itself.
Olympic Peninsula Apple and Cider Festival
Oct. 10–13
Port Townsend
$0-75
Get your fill of fresh apples and craft cider. Stroll the streets of Port Townsend with crisp cider in hand, soaking in the unmistakable smells and flavors of fall in the Pacific Northwest while appreciating the farmers and the rich agricultural traditions that make it all happen.
Deaf Lit Fest
Oct. 11–12
Hugo House
$0-100
Deaf Lit Fest at Hugo House celebrates deaf authors from diverse backgrounds. There will be workshops on writing and literature. This new event, hosted by Deaf Spotlight, invites attendees to engage with literary voices and connect with others in the deaf community. It’s a space for creative exploration, storytelling, and networking.
Bonny Light Horseman
Saturday, Oct. 12, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
The Crocodile
$30
Bonny Light Horseman is a Grammy-nominated folk trio made up of Anaïs Mitchell, Eric D. Johnson (of Fruit Bats, The Shins), and Josh Kaufman (The National, Hiss Golden Messenger). The group blends folky tunes with modern, melodic harmonies. Songs like “The Roving” and “Deep in Love” are a good place to start if you’re new to the group. The 2020 self-titled debut album is the kind of record you’ll want to listen to from start to finish.
TurkFest
Oct.12-13
Seattle Center
Free
From Turkish coffee (which comes with fortune-telling) to pretty textiles, TurkFest is an immersive celebration. Did you know Turkey is home to two of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and gave us everything from tulips to baklava? Explore the traditions of a country that’s been a bridge between Europe and Asia for centuries.
Jubilee
Oct. 12-25
Seattle Opera
$35+
Not long after Emancipation, the Fisk Jubilee Singers formed and forever changed the world of music. Seattle Opera’s Jubilee tells the story of this historic group’s early members as it spreads its voices and spirituals worldwide. This opera celebrates the group’s legacy and the impact it made, with a story of resilience and hope. Obviously, this one’s a must-see.
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