Swaison’s thrushes get a big kick out of our dark, dense forests. | Photo by Mick Thompson
Here’s a riddle for you. What has wings, contributes to a $600 million statewide economy, and now has its own safety week?
It’s our native bird population. 🪶
Mayor Bruce Harrell recently designated Sun., Oct. 2-Sat., Oct. 8 as Bird-Safe Week — a mix of classes, bird walk event, and general information sharing organized by the Seattle Audubon Society (which will soon change its name).
The purpose is to help educate locals on how to best protect our fine-feathered friends — out of 170 species native to King County, 94 are in population decline.
While the topic is serious, the events should be quite a hoot. Here’s what’s coming up.
Flamingling with the locals
Bird-Safe Neighborhoods | Tues., Oct. 4 | 6-7 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Learn why glass collisions are so deadly to birds and get some tips on how to prevent them.
Twilight Owl Prowl | Wed., Oct. 5 | 5-7 p.m. | Discovery Park | Free | Take a group stroll through meadows + forest trails.
Bird Sit: Roxhill Park | Sat., Oct. 8 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Roxhill Park | Free | Relax and let the birds come to you.
Fowling to protect
Can’t make it out to one of the events? Here are some little things locals can do to help the bird population soar.
Leave out shallow dishes of water for birds to clean themselves with and drink out of. Baking pans or frying pans can work well if you don’t have a bird bath. And keep that area cat-free.
Over one million birds die each year from colliding with windows. Throw up some decals like these(that also make rainbows on your floor) or frost your windows.
Reduce the size of your lawn and plant more native species.
The Paper Kites: North American Tour 2022 | Tues., Oct. 4 | 8 p.m. | The Crocodile | $30 | This Australian indie rock band has been creating hits for more than a decade. 🎶
Pop Up Paint Shop | Wed., Oct. 5 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Otter Bar, 2379 Eastlake Ave. E. | $35+ | Grab a glass of wine and let your creative side run free with this guided painting class.
Zine Making | Wed., Oct. 5 | 7-9 p.m. | North End Makerspace, 12317 15th Ave. NE #108 | Free | Get started on your own indie publication with all the tools of the “zine” trade, including collage materials, paint + glue. ✂️
Thursday
The Moth StorySLAM: Grown | Thurs., Oct. 6 | 8-10 p.m. | Fremont Abbey Arts Center | $15 | Bring a five-minute story about adulting — or listen to tales from others.
Read to a Dog | Thurs., Oct. 6 | 3:30 p.m. | Bainbridge Island Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N., Bainbridge Island | Free | Come practice your reading skills and gain confidence reading out loud to friendly therapy dogs. 🐶
Friday
Fall Lantern Festival | Fri., Oct. 7 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Freeway Park, 700 Seneca St. | Free | Bask in the autumnal vibes with snacks, music, and a lighting of several hand-painted lanterns created by local community members. 🏮
Seattle Fresh Hop Beer Festival | Fri., Oct. 7 | 5-9 p.m. | Magnuson Park Hangar 30 | $20+ | Don your hop crowns for a wide selection of brews to sample, plus live entertainment, food trucks, and games. 🍻
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
A federal report to rebuild salmon + steelhead populations in the Pacific Northwest calls for the removal of the Lower Snake River dams — which would allow the fish to travel faster.Local officials are studying ways to replace the dams’ generated hydropower + other benefits. (Seattle Times)
Travel
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is visiting Seattle and Wenatchee this Thursday + Friday to discuss future infrastructure projects. In Seattle, funds from a new federal law will assist traffic reduction efforts. 🚘 (MyNorthwest)
Music to our ears. Starting today, the double beep is returning to ORCA card readers at the Link + Sounder stations. The extra beep signals when you’ve tapped off to end your ride. 🚋
Film
Calling all horror fans. SIFF is celebrating the spooky season with classic films from the Universal Monsters collection including “Frankenstein,” “The Wolfman,” and “Dracula.” Showings will run every Sunday until October 30 with tickets starting at $10. Check the series schedule to plan your visit. 👻
Announced
Ready to rock? The Arctic Monkeys are coming to the Climate Pledge Arena on Sept. 22, 2023 during their North American tour. Tickets go on sale Fri., Oct. 7 at 10 a.m. 🎸
Arts
In honor of their 100th anniversary, Washington’s First Fed bank is hosting a songwriting contestwith a $5,000 prize. All submissions must be original compositions with a Pacific Northwest or community theme — the winning song will be used to promote celebrations in 2023. 🎶 (Bellevue Reporter)
Open
Mama Be Well — a center offering healing + relaxation treatments to mothers — is now open in West Seattle. Founder Katie Englund specializes in healing techniques like Reiki and EFT Tapping.
Community
The Bolt Creek Fire is continuing to spread and now covers 12,486 acres. Seattle is expectinggood-to-moderate air quality today, but some areas may be unhealthy for sensitive groups. The fire is 36% contained and the exact cause is still under investigation. (KING 5)
Real Estate
A $7 million residence on Camano Island is now the most expensive home in the island’s history. The property includesfour bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and access to over 14 acres of beach. 🏡 (Puget Sound Business Journal)
Trending
Former World Series champ Wes Stock + his granddaughter are going viral on TikTok, gaining 23 million views. Last year, the 88-year-old Lakewood resident began sharing memories from his decades in Major League Baseball, which included a stint as pitching coach for the Mariners. (KING 5)
Shop
Pumpkin spice lattes aren’t the only thing heating up this fall. Shop the hottest local fashion in our online retails store, all while supporting SEAtoday. We’re talking cozy sweatshirts, comfortable caps, and fashionable bags. Snag your favorite SEA gear now.
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Rumba is rumored to have one of the biggest selections of rum in the US. | Photo by @cannibal_lounge
Time flies when you’re having rum.
The Pike/Pine rum bar, now celebrating its 10th anniversary, is bound to be on your list of stops on a night out in Capitol Hill, whether you’re a spirits connoisseur or passing through on the way to the hidden den Inside Passage.
Rumba started off in September 2012 as a sort of pregame to tapas bar Tango next door, but it’s since grown into a staple in the beverage industry with more than 700 different rums. The drinks destination is constantly touted on travel guides, spirit magazines, and “Best of” lists.
To celebrate its first decade, Rumba is hosting a party on the evening of Mon., Oct. 10 with freshly grilled meats from Jerk Shack, appearances from past staff members, and plenty of libations.
Editor’s pick: As pumped as I am about the Mariners’clinching the playoffs, I was a little selfishly disappointed we did it before Saturday’s game when I had some good seats right behind home plate. That would have been (pea)nuts.
I missed tickets to playoff games, but I will definitely be out at either Buckely’scheering ‘em on or waiting for the action near the stadium at Hooverville.
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