January 2012

Pacific Northwest Ballet brings to stage Don Quixote and the tale of this middle-aged Spanish gentleman, his sidekick Sancho Panza and their travels to Barcelona. The PNB production is the American premiere of Alexei Ratmansky’s Don Quixote adaptation for Dutch National Ballet in 2010. To see a ballet at PNB is truly a sensory feast – with amazing dancers, sets, and costumes – and this production promises to deliver. As an added bonus, Tom Skerritt, Seattle’s celebrated actor, stars in the lead role. [click to continue…]

If you’ve never gone to a New Orlean’s style Gospel Brunch – then you must! Soul food + arm-raising music is a good time. Where Ya At (Seattle’s favorite Creole food truck) is planning their own version of a Gospel Brunch this Sunday at the Hilliards Brewery in Ballard. On the menu: [click to continue…]

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Subscribe to the Seattle Symphony, Chance to Win an Alaskan Cruise – Seattle Things to Do #417

The Seattle Symphony just announced an incentive for subscribers to the 2012-2013 season. If you subscribe by March 3 – you will be entered to win a 12-day Alaskan cruise for two, courtesy of Holland America Line.

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K1 Speed Go Kart Racing – Seattle Things to Do #416

Hop into one of these zippy little electric cars and race around a 1/5 mile concrete track while you battle it out with friends to see who can make the fastest lap. This is a totally fun activity for anyone that likes a little speed and competition, and wants to brush up on their performance [...]

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Northwest Flower and Garden Show 2012 – Seattle Things to Do #415

As distant as it seems, spring in Seattle isn’t that far away, and the Northwest Flower & Garden Show marks its beginning for garden enthusiasts each year.

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2-for-1 burgers at Dick’s – Seattle Things to Do #414

TODAY ONLY! Dicks’s Drive-In is celebrating their 58th anniversary with 2-for-1 burgers from 2:00-6:30PM today (January 24th, 2012). If you can hold off on your lunch just a bit, you can double up!

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2012 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics – Seattle Things to Do #413

Looking to take a swim during our beautiful Seattle winter weather? Join fellow polar bears for the 2012 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics and help out a great cause at the same time.

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Star Trek Trivia Night – Seattle Things to Do #412

Time for Seattle Trekkies to test their Star Trek knowledge this weekend. (Actually I meant Trekkers…) Beam yourself to Theater Schmeater on Capitol Hill for Start Trek Triva Night, with 50 questions about the original series. Keep your red ensign shirt in the closet if you intend to win this contest. Sunday, January 29th – [...]

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Fremont Mischief Distillery – Seattle Things to Do #411

It’s a bit cold outside – why not warm up from the inside at Fremont Mischief Distillery & Tasting Room where you can partake in their handcrafted vodka, gin and whiskey in this cozy shop. Learn a bit more about the distilling process and the local organic grains and botanicals used to make the delicious end product. Cheers to [...]

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BAMignite: Mad Men & Martini Party – Seattle Things to Do #410

Don your finest Don & Betty Draper attire this Friday for Bellevue Arts Museum’s Mad Men & Martini Party – to celebrate the art & style of American designer George Nelson. Mr. Nelson designed many swank objects in the mid-20th century including furniture (Marshmallow Sofa, Coconut Chair), lighting (Bubble Lamps), and tons of cool clocks. [...]

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