The Seattle Traveler

As the holiday season approaches and we start thinking about spending more time with family and loved ones, it’s also a good time to reflect on those among us who are without shelter and food. 
This weekend. . .
. . . take some time to reflect on the disadvantaged here in Seattle with a review of Outsiders, a documentary photo exhibit by Seattle photographer David Entrikin.
This exhibit contains photos of the people living on the streets of Seattle and tries to bring the stories of the clients to life in a very visual way.  You’ll see portraits of the …read more

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This weekend. . .
. . . get away from the city with a drive to the Columbia River Gorge, home of the Maryhill Museum where you can catch the final days of the Andy Warhol and Other Famous Faces exhibit.
The Maryhill Museum is a castle-like structure on a 6,000 acre site overlooking the Columbia River Gorge, and is home to a collection of art ranging from early 20th century European art to more current Native American art.  The setting also includes beautiful gardens and grounds.
Famous Faces features many of the diverse personalities that Warhol captured, and many of …read more

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This Weekend. . .
. . . learn a new craft that will keep you occupied through the upcoming rainy season.
Monkey Love Rubber Stamps packs a lot of punch is a rather small shop, offering thousand of rubber stamps and beautiful papers (for card making or scrapbooking), along with the necessary accompaniments of ink pads, die cuts, charms, embellishments, ribbon, and a host of books and magazines.
Die hard paper arts fans will enjoy chatting with a staff that can makes suggestions, brain storm, or just share the experiences of the devoted artist.  If you’re new to the craft, Monkey …read more

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This Weekend. . .
. . . hang out with some old book dealers at the 21st Annual Antiquarian Book Fair.  Old means books, not the dealers!
This international book event features thousands of rare books, prints, map, photographs, and related item all available for purchase.  Take a look at the list of vendors who will be there.
Although I love my Kindle, nothing will ever replace the feel and smell of real leather and paper.  This is a popular event for book lovers, and a great place to find a special gift for the booklover in your life.
Location:  Seattle Center …read more

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This weekend. . .
. . . cover those garden bare spots with a selection from Swanson’s annual fall sale.
Swanson’s always has a great selection for Seattle gardeners, and this is the last weekend to get deep discounts at their fall sale.  Trees, shrubs, and vines (including azaleas, flowering shrubs, and rhododendrons) are 40% off, and perennials, herbs and ground cover  are 25% off.  You’ll also find discounts on containers and compost.  New inventory gets brought in throughout the sale, so there is still a lot to choose from.
Shop and plant this weekend, and enjoy next spring!
 
Photo credit:  personal collection
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This weekend. . .
. . . enjoy the Maritime Fest on the Thea Foss Waterway in Tacoma.
There aren’t going to many more weekends left when you can enjoy some outdoor water activities, so take a short drive down to Tacoma for the annual Maritime Fest.
You’ll find lots of fun family activities, from hands on adventures, exhibits, and activities designed specifically for the small fry.  You’ll find an art show, dragon boat races, boat building, train rides, Sea Scouts boat rides, Harbor tours, and a beer garden for those 21 years of age and older. 
Check out the full …read more

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This Weekend. . .
. . . stock up on all the cards and gifts you’ll need this fall at the quirky, wacky, and irreverent Not a Number Cards & Gift in Wallingford.
But don’t think you’re just going to pop in, pick up a card, and be done with it.  Nope, you’ll be looking and laughing at some many things that you’ll soon have tears running down your face or sides that hurt from the laughter.  If you’re shopping with a friend, you’ll constantly be nudging one another to share what you’ve discovered and to have a communal laugh.  The …read more

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This weekend. . .
. . . there ARE things going on other than Bumbershoot.  Oh sure, Bumbershoot is a lot of fun, but if you’re worried about the weather, want to around a few thousand less people, or are tired of the same old Labor Day Weekend experience, check out the Penny Arcade Expo.
50,000 gamers are expected to attend this year’s 3-day PAX event, which has easily morphed into the largest get together for gamers in the country.  This event is all about YOU, the gamer rather than about the industry.  It’s a giant 3-day party for tabletop, …read more

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At an average of 10,000 feet above sea level, Tibet is often called the “roof of the world,” although all that many of us know about the country is the political conflict between it and China, and the Potala Palace, traditional home to the Dalai Lama.
There’s lots more rich history and culture to be discovered about Tibet, and much of it will be on display at this weekend’s Tibet Fest.
The purpose of Tibet Fest is to preserve many of the centuries old traditions of the Tibetan people, and to celebrate both the ancient and modern history of the country …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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