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Seattle Festivals: Take a “Bite of Seattle”
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, there will be arts and crafts, games and contests. Not to mention music and comedy shows. The best part is its FREE!
The 2008 times and dates are:
Friday July 18th: 11am - 9pm
Saturday July 19th: 11am - …
Date: July 15th, 2008 |
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Where to see fireworks on the 4th of July!
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 Park : Located right on the waterfront just past pier 70 in Belltown.
Myrtle Edwards Park: Located right next to Sculpture Park, I enjoyed the 4th here last year. There are usually staff checking that there is no alcohol, but feel free to take …
Date: July 3rd, 2008 |
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Seattle Pride Parade today!
Join us downtown to celebrate Gay Pride with one of the biggest parades in the country. Starting at 4th and Union downtown the parade will wind its way through town ending at Denny Way. Be sure to get there early to secure a good viewing spot.
Check out the website for more details: Seattle Pride Parade
Date: June 29th, 2008 |
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Fremont Festival - Photo Log cont. (PG 13)
So here we go with a bunch more photos from the Fremont Festival held this last weekend:
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Date: June 23rd, 2008 |
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EMP - updates (Experience Music Program)
EMP|SFM Events Calendar for June, July and August 2008
Please note: Hours of the museum have changed for the summer.
EMP|SFM is now open seven days a week from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m.
FILM
EMP|SFM, in partnership with The Warren Report, present Exposed: Inside Film at EMP|SFM. The series includes new films, cult favorites and classic sci-fi and music films. Each screening is followed by a behind-the-scenes look through an interactive discussion with actors, directors or screenwriters associated with the film.
In June, EMP|SFM presents Terra, a new animated film that puts a spin on the traditional alien invasion premise. Director and animator …
Date: June 17th, 2008 |
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Summer is Here!!! Beaches and Parks
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 and enjoy the sun and clear blue skies before its too late and the wintry weather returns. Here are my top 3 suggestions to get you started.
Seward Park: Located on …
Date: July 7th, 2008 |
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Seattle Pride Parade - a photo logue
Today saw truly stunning sunny weather to welcome the Seattle Pride Parade. One of the biggest parades of its type in the country, this years was no different with everyone from the local democrats to the fireman to the bondage group to the drag queens. Everyone was out in support of each other and the idea of everyone is different and yet equal:
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Date: June 29th, 2008 |
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Zoo Tunes have started!!
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:
* June 29 - Indigo Girls/Cayote Grace $24 SOLD OUT!
* July 16 - Marc Cohn / Aimee Mann $22 SOLD OUT!
* July 23 - Andrew Bird $17
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Date: June 26th, 2008 |
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Fremont Festival - A photo log PG13 (Bare Bottom cyclists)
This past weekend saw every Seattle-ites favorite festival and here is a small glimpse into the fun and fanfare that went on. Keep a look out over the next few days for the many photos:
After a bit of confusion with the metro busses we made our way over the bridge to Fremont:
And then the fun and games began with a packed market and thousands of people lining the streets in anticipation of the nude bicyclists and parade:…
Date: June 22nd, 2008 |
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Amtrak - getting there by bus or train
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 as far in advance as you can, since tickets are cheaper and if you are a student invest in an ISIC card as you save upto 25%. If you wait too long to book your ticket the price will sky rocket.
I use the …
Date: June 16th, 2008 |
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