Seattle Culture
The Pulse: January in Motion
Scholarships, piano recycling, and Seattle’s shifting tech scene
By Sarah Stackhouse January 10, 2025
January feels like a recovery month. After December’s frenzy, things have finally settled. The days are lengthening, but just barely. I’m re-reading this book to remind myself how to tackle 4:30 p.m. sunsets without turning into a candle-obsessed recluse — or at least to feel better about if I do.
Our new magazine is out! Have you read it yet? Inside, you’ll find bios on each of Seattle’s Most Influential People — they’re all incredible. Here’s the full list.
Unwanted pianos are getting new life thanks to this recycling program.
Expanded library hours are coming at the end of the month. I always have my library card handy — what about you?
The Best African Restaurants in Seattle.
Who’s joining me in the streets on Jan. 18?
Know a Seattle teen in need of a college scholarship? Many of the deadlines are in February — spread the word.
Looks like Apple is really moving into South Lake Union.
Teenage me would’ve flipped for this Your Last Meal episode with Ani DiFranco. If you’ve never listened, Seattle food writer Rachel Belle hosts the show, asking what people would eat for their last meal — and it’s such a fascinating listen (the John Early episode is also great).
This bill could change how neighborhood cafés (and other businesses) operate across the state.
What do you think, is 2025 primed to be the year of the Eastside?
This series on banned books is so good. We interviewed Jonathan Evison last year. He shared his experience navigating the controversy around Lawn Boy.
Could you live a year without your phone?
Shoutout to Costco for standing firm on DEI. The company rejected a shareholder proposal to roll back its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Yet another reason to love the hometown favorite.
This doesn’t come as a surprise.
We’re having friends over for brunch and making these lemony, cheesy berry pancakes.
Congrats to Lily Gladstone who is nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for her role in Under the Bridge.
Plus, our favorite reader comment this week, from our story: Seattle Doctor: Quit Drinking Now
“If bars will be less crowded, then I endorse this message.” — @buildings_of_seattle
What’s catching your eye this week? Let us know @seattlemag
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