The Seattle Traveler

Now that Christmas is behind us, have you made your plans for New Year’s Eve?  The options narrow with each passing day, but even if you’ve waited till the last minute, here are some ideas to help you ring in 2009.

Make reservations for dinner out.  Ok, all the really great spots may be booked up (or maybe not given the economy right now).  I’d suggest taking a look at Open Table and see what is available.  (This is a great site for reservations any time of year.)
Fireworks at the Space Needle.  You may still be able to get …read more

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A little snow won’t get in the way of your holiday shopping, when it’s coming down inside at Pacific Place.
Every night during the holiday season, a flurry of snowflakes will come down at 6 pm.  The shopping center also has a full schedule of holiday music sure to brighten up even the greyest of Seattle days.
Snow globe fans will want to pick up the 2008 collectible snow globe (in photo at right).  This year it plays “Deck the Halls” and, as always, features notable Seattle area landmarks. 
You can purchase it at the Pacific Place concierge desk (level …read more

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The Seattle Symphony always offers up festive holiday performances that music lovers won’t want to miss.
Two special performances that are definitely worth the price of a ticket are:
Holiday Pops! features conductor Marvin Hamlisch, the Symphony Orchestra, and the Seattle Choral Company for an performance of holiday favorites.  With appearances by talented Seattle-area performers, these classics are sure to have you humming along. 
Holiday Pops! performances are Thursday, December 4th through Sunday December 7th, with both matinees and evening performances available.  Find more information about Holiday Pops! and purchase tickets online.
The other classic holiday performance is Handel’s Messiah, a Seattle …read more

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This weekend. . .
. . . go to Hempfest, and learn how the Cannabis plant offers medicinal, industrial, agricultural, economic, environmental, and other benefits.  Oh yeah, and campaign for reform of laws that have criminalized marijuana use.
Now in its 17th year, this event has evolved from a “humble gathering of stoners” to an outstanding summer festival.  This year’s event focuses on Industrial Hemp, and attempts to educate on how it can become a vital part of our economics.  There are also top speakers from around the world who will address the political, economic, and social issues of marijuana reform.  …read more

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Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera comes to the Seattle Paramount Theatre as part of the Broadway Across America Series.
The story is adapted from the novel by Gaston Leroux, and tells the tragic love story of Christine, a beautiful young opera singer, and the Phantom, a young composer living beneath the opera house, hiding away because of his physical appearance.  Add in Raoul, another suitor, and the classic love triangle is complete, eventually leading to drama, tears, and a bittersweet ending.
The first time I saw The Phantom of the Opera was many years ago at the Queen …read more

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Are you ready to spend an evening with Shrek?  Individual tickets for the musical are still available, but they are getting hard to come by.
It’s not too soon to be looking at the remainder of the Fifth Avenue Theatre’s 2008-2009 season.  Not all productions have individual tickets on sale, but buying a season ticket gets you in to all seven musicals.
Here’s the list:

Shrek, the Musical:  August 14th – September 21st, 2008
The Drowsy Chaperone:  October 28th – November 16th, 2008
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers:  December 3rd – 28th, 2008
Memphis:  January 27th – February 15th, 2008
Hello, Dolly!:  March 10 – 29th, …read more

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The summer of music continues, and tickets are now on sale for the Puyallup Fair Concert Series, September 5th – 21st, 2008.
The concert series has been a popular part of the Puyallup Fair. and this year’s line up looks like another banner year of entertainment:

September 5th – Pro Rodeo Tour, followed by Chris Cagle
September 6h – Pro Rodeo Tour, followed by Bucky Covington
September 8th – The Black Crowes
September 9th – Casting Crowns
September 10th – Kid Rock
September 11th – Sara Evans with Josh Gracin
September 13th – Orange County Choppers
September 15th – Ronnie Milsap with the Tacoma Symphony
September 16th – Fergie
September …read more

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This weekend. . .
. . . enjoy more than 50 bands, mingle with neighbors and visitors alike, and support a couple of great causes, at The Capitol Hill Block Party. 
Jam and various locations to bands that will include Vampire Weekend, Chromeo, The Hold Steady, DeVotchka, and a whole lot more. Take a look at the block party schedule of events to plan your time there.
Location:  Seattle’s Capitol Hill, of course!  Various venues and clubs, so check the map.
Date & Time:  July 25-26th, 2008, Friday music starts at 4:30 pm, Saturday at 2 pm. 
Tickets:  A variety of tickets …read more

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This weekend. . .
. . . you can have bites and bites of fun at the Bite of Seattle, the Northwest’s premier food festival. 
Bringing you all the food, music, and entertainment that you can handle, this free event is a popular summer tradition.
In response to public demand, this year the Bite has adjusted portion sizes and pricing, bringing you a great selection of food at lower prices.  At $3.75 per selection, from 80 local restaurants, you can make diverse selections throughout the day and still have cab fare home!
Check out the participating restaurants and chefs, and schedules …read more

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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 plenty of food choices with over 28 restaurant booths and over 20 food companies represented.  You’ll find lots of choices on the grill, as well as a broad selection of ethnic food.  With nothing prices over $6, you can get your must-have favorite in addition …read more

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