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Must List: Six Fun Things to Do This Week
Feb 13 - Feb 19
Music, romance, and one seriously steamy film
Hey, tomorrow is Valentine’s Day! My husband and I keep it simple, but it’s still one of my favorite holidays. This year, we’re meeting some friends at Rocco’s — should be fun. If you’re looking for a romantic restaurant with a pretty view, we rounded up the best places in the city. You can also…

Must List: Six Things to Do This Week
Feb 06 - Feb 12
Black voices and trailblazers in comedy, dance, and film
Hey, how’s it going? My kids have been out of school for three days and they, along with the neighborhood kid crew, somehow managed to build a snowman out of less than an inch of snow — truly impressive. With temps set to drop even more tonight, be sure to stay warm out there. Over…

Must List: Six Fun Things to Do This Week
Jan 30 - Feb 05
Strange brews, hip-hop history, and the perfect bowl of ramen
Wow, there’s so much happening in the city right now, it was tough putting the Must List together — which is not a bad problem to have. For instance, folksinger and songwriter Ani DiFranco takes the stage at The Moore this Saturday, Feb. 1. GRINDHAUS, a wild mix of drag and performance art, hits The…

Must List: Six Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Jan 23 - Jan 29
Ballet spoofs, basketball magic, and music worth the hype
How are you? It’s been a tough week here, but at least the sun’s been lovely, hasn’t it? I’ve been leaning on my weekly riding lessons — time with a big, black horse who’s incredibly handsome, a little frisky, and always looking for connection. No opinions, no politics — just that simple give-and-take of trust….

Must List: Six Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Jan 16 - Jan 22
Lunar New Year, soulful grooves, and epic opera
How’s everyone holding up? Watching the L.A. fires is heartbreaking. It has me thinking about growing up in California when we had to evacuate during the 49er Fire. It came close to our house, but we were lucky — some of our friends weren’t. Fires like this are more common now, and even here, summer…

Must List: 5 Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Jan 09 - Jan 15
Haunting photos, Black brilliance, and a gripping new drama
Hey, how are you doing? It’s such a nice day for January — cold but bright, which feels like a win. I’ve been thinking about trying new things this year. I just signed up for a pretzel-making class at PCC (imagine the possibilities!) And this low-stakes dance studio is calling my name. What about you? We’re…

Must List: 5 Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Jan 02 - Jan 08
Yuck it up, hit the ice, watch some films
How’s everyone doing in this January chill? It’s been so cold lately, and while the holiday break was a nice pause, I’m ready to settle back into a routine. Schedules aren’t the worst thing, right? Downtown Seattle is buzzing again — turns out people really do want to live here. Saint Bread recently nabbed a…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Must List: The Top 5 Events in Seattle This Week
Nov 28 - Dec 04
Ghostly laughs, dazzling lights, market magic
Happy Thanksgiving! If you celebrate, what are you most looking forward to? I like the pie. Well, Seattle is buzzing with ways to make the most of the season (yes, even if it’s pouring). Big news this week: Seattle Theatre Group bought Kerry Hall, ensuring this Capitol Hill landmark stays rooted in the arts. A…

Must List: 6 Fun Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Nov 21 - Nov 27
Nordic cheer, Indigenous art, and Mary Poppins magic
How did the bomb cyclone treat you? We had a two-hour school delay and an eight-hour power outage — but we’re feeling lucky compared to those still waiting for their lights to come back on. And heads up, there’s more rain on the way, though it’s not supposed to be as gusty. Seattle theaters are…
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