Sarah Stackhouse
Cascadia Art Museum Lands a Game-Changing Gift of Timeless Treasures
More than 75 rare Northwest paintings join the museum’s collection
What did the Aurora Bridge or South Lake Union look like in the 1930s? Probably not the way you picture it. Before tech campuses and traffic jams, Seattle’s waterfront and cityscapes had a different kind of energy — one captured in some of the paintings now headed to Cascadia Art Museum. Thanks to a major…
How to Celebrate Alien Abduction Day Like a True Washingtonian
If aliens are coming for us, we might as well be prepared
The beauty of Alien Abduction Day (AAD) is that nobody really knows where it came from, much like the aliens themselves. One day, it just appeared. And if any state should fully embrace it, it’s Washington — because according to actual data, we are the second most UFO-obsessed state in the country. The almost-reigning champs…
Saying Goodbye to Barney
Seattle’s oldest harbor seal, the first born at the Aquarium, leaves behind nearly 40 years of memories
The aquarium and the city have lost a good friend. Barney, the Seattle Aquarium’s longtime harbor seal, has passed away at the age of 39 — roughly the equivalent of a centenarian in human years. He was the first harbor seal born at the Aquarium in 1985. He was also one of the oldest harbor…
Thinking About Moving to Ireland? You’re Not Alone.
Washington leads the nation in searches for a path to Ireland
Two years ago, my family took a trip to Ireland. We hiked through lush green hills, rode shaggy horses in open fields, wandered through small towns, and, of course, ended most nights in a pub with a pint of Guinness and live music. Lately, my thinking has taken a turn. Post-election madness, the looming recession,…
The Pulse: March Madness
A new dart bar and a strawberry pistachio chocolate tart we all need to try
The sun is out, and Seattle is packed with things to do, eat, and see. A new dart bar is opening, and I’m planning a visit. Darts, drinks, and maybe a little friendly competition? Count me in. Here’s what’s going on around town… Have you seen our Emerald City Comic Con photos? The energy is…
Must List: Six Fun Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Mar 13 - Mar 19
Magic, music, and a bit of luck
Hey, how’s your week going? Our latest issue is out, and we’re talking about second homes. Our publisher reflects on how a change of scenery can rejuvenate life, and our editor is looking back on a year that was anything but predictable. Teslas are officially the most popular car in Seattle, but not everyone is…
Fave Five: Spring Surprises and Rainy-Day Delights
The weather’s unpredictable, but here are five ways to stay entertained — rain or shine.
March and April in Seattle bring drizzle, moody skies, and just enough sunshine to temp you outside. Spring officially starts March 20, and we’re all desperately looking for signs of warmer weather, often in vain. Whether you’re indoors or out, there’s plenty to keep you busy while the city shakes off winter. 1 – Art…
Jean Smart Returns to Broadway
The Emmy-winning star, who got her start in Seattle, is taking on a one-woman show
Jean Smart is heading back to Broadway. She’ll be starring in Call Me Izzy, a one-woman dark comedy about a rural Louisiana woman with a life-altering secret. Written by CBS News contributor Jamie Wax, the play has never been staged before. The show begins previews at the end of May and opens June 12 for…
Quit the Scroll and Take a Stroll
Reconnect for Global Day of Unplugging
I’ve often fantasized about tossing my phone into Puget Sound. Sometimes, I just want a life free from constant notifications and bad news. But in our hyper-connected world, going completely off-grid would be more like self-sabotage than liberation. I do make conscious efforts to set my phone aside and steer clear of social media. The…
Must List: Six Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Mar 06 - Mar 12
Fast theater, hot takes, Emerald City Comic Con
Seattle’s got a lot going on right now. Emerald City Comic Con starts today, and MoPOP is launching a new exhibit on the global influence of Asian comics (yes, it looks amazing). Seafair is switching things up with a new parade route. And Seattle Chocolate’s rebrand is inspired by an Irish pirate queen. We also…
Seattle Chocolate Rebrands With Inspiration from Irish Queen
Company will now be known as Maeve
Seattle Chocolate is no longer. It is not, however, out of business. It does have a new brand and name: Maeve. The company, known for its meltaway bonbons and chocolate bars, rebranded after more than 30 years, drawing inspiration from a first-century Irish warrior queen who believed women should make their own choices, own land,…
Panels, Portals, and Power-Ups
MoPOP’s upcoming exhibit explores the evolution and impact of Asian comics
It’s hard to overstate the impact Asian comic art has had around the world. Manga, manhua, and other styles have shaped everything from movies to fashion trends. The stories go deep, the art is intricate, and no genre is off-limits. Asian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form is MoPOP’s newest exhibit and the biggest of…
Fifty States, One Voice
The 50501 movement pushes back against executive overreach
I’ve been watching The Crown on Netflix out of curiosity. I’ve never thought much about the British monarchy, but I’m loving the show. America, of course, was founded on breaking away from that system — no kings, no absolute power. Lately, I’ve been thinking about how much we still wrestle with those ideas: who holds…
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