Articles tagged ‘About Seattle’
Seattle Festivals: Take a “Bite of Seattle”
By Trekker | July 15th, 2008 |
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Come one come all to the annual Bite Of Seattle extravaganza. If you like food, or nibbles or anything to do with delectable tastes be sure to make your way over to the Seattle Center at the base of the Space Needle this weekend.
Presented by Emerald Queen Casino this festival isn’t just about food, [...]
Summer is Here!!! Beaches and Parks
By Trekker | July 7th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Well those of us who are sunworshippers have had the chance to enjoy that giant yellow ball in the sky for the past two weeks. Summer was a bit of a slow starter this year, but once she arrived she did so with a vengence (just ask my sunburn).
Now is the time to get out [...]
Where to see fireworks on the 4th of July!
By Trekker | July 3rd, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Well the time is here again to dress in red, white and blue, pull out the BBQ and light up a few fireworks (being careful of course). Here is a list of some the best places to see the all the fanfair, but be sure to get there early before all the spaces are filled.
Sculpture [...]
First Thursday in Seattle
By Trekker | July 2nd, 2008 | Add a Comment »
If you plan your trip to Seattle just right you are in for a treat. The first Thursday of every month museums and galleries are free, there are art walks in most of the neighborhoods and flea markets dotted around the city.
SAM (Seattle Art Museum) is free all day and the special displays are half [...]
Zoo Tunes have started!!
By Trekker | June 26th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
This week saw the start of the concerts at the Woodland Park Zoo with Keb’ Mo’ and Taj Mahal. This sunday the Indigo Girls will play. Hurry and get your tickets before they are all sold out. Check out the site for Zoo Tunes.
Here is the line-up for the next groups:
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Amtrak - getting there by bus or train
By Trekker | June 16th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Amtrak is pretty good form of transport and over the numerous times I have used them I have seldom been disappointed. Whether you are travelling North to Canada or South to California or East to Idaho, you are sure to find a train or an amtrak bus heading in that direction.
Be sure to book [...]
Coffee Culture, episode 4
By Trekker | June 13th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
If you are a coffee connoisseur or just enjoy a really good “cup of joe” then swing on by to Seattle Coffee Works located on Pike Street between 1st and 2nd. Owned by Sebastian, originally from Germany, this independent coffee shop prides itself in quality with a selection that includes several local roasters as well [...]
Up and Coming Festivities!
By Trekker | June 13th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
May 22 - June 15th SIFF Seattle International Film Festival
Discover the beauty and honesty found in independent films from around the world.
Entrance: See website to purchase tickets
Starts: Varies
Location: through out downtown Seattle
June 21 West Edge Chalk Walk
Join all the downtowners and practice your hand at chalk art, there will be live music, face painting and [...]
Whats Up with the Weekly Weather?
By Trekker | January 12th, 2008 | 1 Comment »
There are rumors of “warmer” weather and sunshine, at least as much as Seattle can muster during the last few months of winter. Today was beautiful and sunny, but with a chilly blustery wind.
Sonics, Thunderbirds and Blue Men…
By Trekker | January 8th, 2008 | 1 Comment »
For all those interested in tickets here is an excellent site for anything playing at the Key Arena.
Whether you want to shout and scream at the Sonics Basketball games, or flinch as the Thunderbirds pound their opponents in Ice Hockey or watch the Blue Man Group shake things up, the Key Arena is the place [...]
