The Pulse: Love in a Cold Climate

Happy Valentine’s Day. I’ve always liked the idea of celebrating love. And being in the city feels romantic this time of year — cold air, twinkling lights, maybe a late-night walk under the glowy moon. Whatever it is you’re doing, I hope you’re staying warm.

Here’s what’s going on around town…

Need Valentine’s plans? Find the best romantic walks, scenic spots, and a guide for singles.

Seattle Children’s Theatre is celebrating 50 years. That’s a lot of kids seeing their first play.

Mushrooms are having a moment. Tacoma just became the latest Washington city to push for decriminalization.

The Pantry is teaching a class on Milanese cuisine.

Want a deep dive on Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show? KEXP is breaking down the history of hip-hop beefs — and the long-running tensions between Lamar and Drake.

ZooTunes tickets are live — who are you going to see?

Winter is citrus season. Especially in the world of cookbooks. Midwinter feels like a good time for a new one…

MoPOP’s new Asian comics exhibit opens soon. The opening party looks like so much fun. 

Chelsea Handler is coming to Elliott Bay Book Co. next month. Mark your calendars.

Two Hamilton cast members also have a band called Mermaid and have been playing shows in Seattle.

500 eggs were stolen in a breakfast heist. I know the egg shortage is serious, but these headlines keep cracking me up.

Own a Tesla? KUOW wants to know what it’s been like driving one around Seattle.

Making this Yuzu Ginger Blueberry Crisp over the weekend.

UW researchers, led by David Baker — one of our Most Influential — just had a major breakthrough using artificial intelligence.

This photo from last week’s snow is so sweet.

Romance novels are shedding their old stigma, thanks to more inclusive stories and modern covers. 

Here’s a guide to snowshoeing with kids. Sounds magical. Also sounds exhausting.

LOL. 

I’ve never had jelly coffee, but now I really want to try it!

This Q&A with UW researchers about falling in love with their work is pretty cute.

Reader Comment of the Week:

In response to our article on The Picklr taking over a Theo Chocolate warehouse, @roseytheriveter42 quipped:

“Pickleball is the new Spirit Halloween.”