June 30th, 2008
Nice weather in Seattle means picnics, barbecues, pool and beach parties, and all sorts of events where good friends and good food are destined to mingle. But what do you do when it’s your turn to host, and you want something over-the-top without being over-budget?
Head to Big John’s PFI, a hidden landmark in Seattle [...]
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June 29th, 2008
Details: A photo from last weekend’s Summer Solstice parade in Fremont.
Photo credit: flickr; ©2008, Mark Atwood (used with permission)
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June 27th, 2008
On a typical day, Pioneer Square is full of business people going a hundred different directions, shoppers, tourists, and, since I believe in honesty here — a few men and women who call the park benches there home.
This is a great area to explore, whether you are a visitor or resident, as the area [...]
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June 26th, 2008
This weekend. . .
. . . enjoy the food, drink, and entertainment of the Taste of Tacoma! And since the weather is supposed to be warm and sunny, it will be a great way to enjoy the weekend.
The Taste of Tacoma is one giant family picnic – without the annoying relatives! There are [...]
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June 25th, 2008
Trees are an important part of saving our planet. They absorb carbon dioxide emissions, filter air pollution, and reduce noise pollution. They provide a habitat for birds and wildlife. They provide shade in warm weather, and act as a buffer from winds in the bad weather. And they make our neighborhoods look nice, too!
If [...]
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June 24th, 2008
Catch a movie beneath the stars starting this Saturday night, at the Fremont Outdoor Movies.
Singles, families and couple set up viewing sites, bring seating that ranges from camping equipment to couches from the living room. Theme nights add in the twist of costumes and prizes, and some special entertainment provided by the cast of [...]
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June 23rd, 2008
Some of my favorite artists are hanging around the Seattle Art Museum right now – Monet, Manet, Degas, and Cézanne (image at right: Still Life With Statuette), among others. These are just a few of the artists you’ll see in the special exhibit Inspiring Impressionism: The Impressionists and the Art of the Past.
This exhibit [...]
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June 22nd, 2008
Details: The summer weather has arrived here in Seattle, and despite a few clouds in the sky, it’s warm and pleasant out. This photo provides a little peek at Lake Washington from the Montlake area.
Photo credit: Personal collection
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June 21st, 2008
Cell phone users must put down their phones starting July 1st, 2008, or face stiff traffic fines. That’s when Washington State’s new “hands free” law goes into effect, requiring all drivers to use a head set when talking on their cell phone while driving.
Although holding a cell phone to your ear isn’t grounds for [...]
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June 20th, 2008
While those of us living here in the Seattle area tend to think of this as the best place on earth — especially during this time of year – but if you’re a fan of the other Travel & Culture blogs here at b5media, you’ll know that’s there’s lots of great stuff going on all [...]
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