Seattle Culture
A Seattle New Year, For All Types
Celebrate with food, festivities, dancing and wellness
I still feel as though it was just last week that we bid farewell to long, sun-soaked summer days. Yet somehow autumn has flashed by, we’re barreling through the holidays at full-speed, and before we know it, another calendar year will come to an end. Whether you live for sequins and champagne toasts at midnight,…
Must List: 5 Ways to Ring in the New Year Around Seattle
Dec 26 - Jan 01
Fireworks, fancy parties, and a plunge that’ll wake you right up for 2025
Hey there, hope you’re having a great holiday! The days between Christmas and New Year’s always feel like a little gift — slower, cozier, good for catching up with family and friends. Last night, we hosted our annual Christmas dinner of Mexican food in honor of my grandfather, who owned a Mexican restaurant for 35…
Interior Motives
Seattle’s LeeAnn Baker brings a touch of Northwest elegance to her designs
LeeAnn Baker couldn’t wait for new home magazines to arrive. When they did, she immediately flipped to the back. She wanted to look at floor plans. That passion for interior design really blossomed more than 30 years ago while attending The New York School of Interior Design, where she worked alongside interior designers and architects…
The Pulse: What’s Happening Around Seattle
Holiday shows, local gift guides, Black Santa, and a free resource for teens
How are you holding up? December is flying by. It’s a blur of to-do lists and pretty lights, but it’s also a great time to pause and enjoy the little things — such as snacks, holiday parties, and just finding a quiet moment with something good to read. PCC has eco-friendly gift-wrapping tips that pair…
Seattle Public Library: A Blizzard of Fun During Winter Break
Activities offer a cozy, festive atmosphere for kids
I wish my kid would use the library during winter break. He’ll be at a gym playing hoops instead. He’s obsessed, much like the character Basketball Jones in that old Cheech & Chong routine. But for those worried about how to fill time the next few weeks (Seattle Public Schools resumes Jan. 4), the Seattle…
Must List: 6 Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Dec 19 - Dec 25
Holiday trains, seasonal brews, jazzy celebrations
Hey, how’s it going? It’s cold and it gets dark so early but the twinkling lights help. I love walking the neighborhood this time of year — bundled up, hands in pockets, enjoying all the pretty decorations. We’ve been cozy in the evenings with a fire and last night we watched Hot Frosty, which was…
Seattle Offers Free Virtual Therapy for Teens
A new program makes mental health care easier to access for young people
Being a teenager is tough. I know — I have one. Friendships, school pressures, and social media can complicate everything. She’s lucky she can talk to us, but not every kid has that support. Last week, Seattle launched a free online therapy program for residents ages 13 to 24. In partnership with Talkspace, young people…
Among the Trees
Creative San Juan project seeks harmony with nature
Harriett “Hatty” Hatch began her career as a confident art teacher, but uncertain artist. In time, she would voluntarily check herself into the Harvard University Graduate School of Design. “I just wanted to be able to design a stable for a horse,” she recalls, “but I didn’t have a horse.” She eventually crossed trails with…
Must List: 6 Festive Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Dec 12 - Dec 18
Holiday laughs, lights, and live music
It’s officially frost season. Gloves are back in rotation, mornings are taking a little longer as we wait for the car to warm up, and the slopes are open. Is anyone skiing this weekend? I’m more of a lodge person myself. It’s crunch time here as we wrap up the next print edition of the…
What Did the Eras Tour Mean for Seattle?
Taylor Swift’s sold-out shows brought millions to the city
The Eras Tour is over. Taylor Swift’s 21-month world tour came to a close last Sunday after six nights in Vancouver, B.C. Along the way, it added a staggering $4.3 billion to the U.S. GDP — a number on par with the Super Bowl and the Olympics. But Seattle had its own economic moment when…
Pieces of a Ferry: The Story of the Kalakala
Remembering 'the workhorse of Puget Sound'
People often ask how I manage to find so many historical treasures, and quite honestly, it’s often just a matter of dumb luck. Case in point: Several months back I decided to stop at a random garage sale while out running errands. Nothing initially grabbed my eye, but on the way out I noticed an…
From Tech to Toys
Amazon hosts Winter Wonderland for underserved kids
Amazon’s downtown Seattle campus is usually full of tech workers. Last weekend, it was overrun by children. The company transformed its downtown Seattle headquarters into a Winter Wonderland, hosting more than 1,000 underserved children and their families for a day of festive activities and holiday fun. Each child had the opportunity to select up to…
Must List: 6 Fun Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Dec 05 - Dec 11
Victorian charm, gospel joy, handmade treasures
Life feels like one big, glittery marathon right now. There’s something happening every day — concerts, markets, school performances, parties, the works. But honestly, I don’t mind. I like staying busy as the days grow shorter. If you’re ready to dive into the holiday spirit, there’s a lot going on this week. The Gates Foundation…
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