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The Must List: Power Tool Drag Races and 10 Fun Days of Science
Get revved up at HazardFactory's Power Tool Drag Races in Georgetown
Must ExperimentSeattle Science FestivalA huge success last year, the second annual Seattle Science Festival boasts hands-on experiments, sci-fi movies, live demonstrations, activities and public talks on topics ranging from “The Scoop on Poop” to “Thought Experiments on the Question of Being Human” to “The Science of Ice Cream.” Plus: a seven-hour event entirely focused on…
Late Spring Bar News
It may seem— this week at least— that summer is fully upon us. But it’s still the tail end of spring, with plenty of news and tidbits about bars, bartenders and bar-ish things blooming. Yet to Be Named Bar from Liberty Owners: File this under “coming soon” as it’s not yet open, but it’s such…
West Seattle Artist and Seattle Mag Fave, Christopher Boffoli, Featured in New York Magazine
I am loving this! Chris Boffoli, the West Seattle-based food writer and James Beard Award-nominated photographer whom I first worked with when he authored an in-depth profile on chef Scott Carsberg for Seattle magazine back in 2010, is making it big in the Big Apple: His second solo photography show for his Big Appetites series…
RockCreek Is Chef Eric Donnelly’s Labor of Love
We’re used to seeing chefs breaking a sweat, but it’s usually on the line in the kitchen. Last weekend, I spotted chef Eric Donnelly doing some serious manual labor on his new restaurant, RockCreek. It’s tucked behind Uneeda Burger, which is where I was heading for a salted caramel shake. (Yes, it was every sip…
Because It’s Hot Out There: Boozy Shave Ice at Ma Kai
Well hello there, high 70s. Why don’t you stick around for a while? And why don’t you–and you–and you–cut out a little early, head over to Marination Ma Kai and settle into a groovy green chair on the sunny patio with a shivery cold scoop of their booze-soaked Shave Ice? Co-owner Roz Edison tells me…
Party On at Greendrinks’ 10th Birthday Bash
On Friday, June 14, Seattle Greendrinks is throwing circus performers, food, drinks, surprise guests and performances — plus 300 pairs of headphones for silent disco dancing — all together under one (massive) roof. The local nonprofit, which serves to connect people who are interested in environmental issues, is turning 10 and is celebrating with a…
Paychi Guh Pops Up at Hointer
New designer Paychi Guh is popping up at the new Hointer at Pacific Place (which just opened on June 1) with a special trunk show on Friday and Saturday, June 7 and 8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Check out this new line of super-soft cashmere sweaters and scarves while trying out Hointer’s tech-forward,…
The Crowded Mayoral Primary Slate
Seattleites have shown that they are not in the least bit afraid to toss out an incumbent
This year’s mayor’s race has attracted a large group of challengers; at least eight candidates want to replace Mayor Mike McGinn, who is running for reelection. That number reflects a sense that McGinn is vulnerable, and that should come as no surprise. He began the campaign with low approval ratings. And, historically, Seattleites have shown…
2011 CFDA Winner Eddie Borgo at Nordstrom
Jewelry designer Eddie Borgo, winner of the 2011 CFDA Swarovski Award for innovation in accessory design, is making a personal appearance at the downtown Nordstrom on Friday, June 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. in Via C. This is timely, given the CFDA just announced its 2013 winners on Monday— the amazing Pamela Love was…
Embark to Edison for Art
A tiny Washington town makes the perfect arts getaway
Get up early, hit the cash machine and drive north to this puny but picturesque rural arts haven. Once there, gird yourself for the two-block walk through town at Tweets Cafe (5800 Cains Ct.; 360.820.9912; tweetscafe.com) where everything is delicious, then walk about a block down the, er, main drag to Shop Curator (14010 Mactaggart…
Our Review of LivingSocial’s Sumo + Sushi Night at Fremont Studios
This past Saturday, I made my way to Fremont with the promise of Chiso sushi, sake and large men smashing into each other for sport. When I arrived at the dimly lit Fremont Studios for LivingSocial’s Sumo + Sushi event, two of those promises came true. The Liquor Control Board had nixed alcohol so the…
The Healthy Way to Weight Loss
No fad diets—local doctors are helping overweight and obese patients shed pounds, reduce health risk
Sammamish resident Chris Huff, 58, is a vibrant woman with an irrepressible sense of humor. A respiratory therapist, Huff has a demanding schedule both professionally and personally. Recently, she and her husband, Gary Huff, took the trip of a lifetime to Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Islands. Despite strenuous hiking at high altitudes, oxygen deprivation…