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• In Person Author Talk: Edd Kimber, Small Batch Bakes | Tue., Oct. 11 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Book Larder, 4252 Fremont Ave N, Seattle | $22.99 | UK food writer Edd Kimber discusses his sweet new cookbook, which should be a hit for any “Great British Baking Show” fans.
• SIFF DocFest | Tue., Oct. 11 - Thu., Oct. 13 | 4:30 p.m. | Multiple locations, Seattle | $11.00 - $13.00 | From a film about photographer + activist Nan Goldin to a humorous look at an underdog hockey team, these documentaries should rock.

• Chamber Dance Company | Wed., Oct. 12 - Sun., Oct. 16 | 7:30-2 p.m. | Meany Hall, University of Washington | $10.00 -$22.00 | This program celebrates a wide range of contemporary dance styles with four distinct performances.
• Pun Intended: Punslam | Wed., Oct. 12 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Bad Jimmy’s Brewing Co., 4358 Leary Way NW #B, Seattle | $8.00 - $28.00 | Start practicing your wordplay for this slam-style competition that invites audience participation.

• La Tofana’s Poison Emporium | Fri., Oct. 14 - Sun., Oct. 16 | 7:30-9 p.m. | West of Lenin, 203 N 36th St, Seattle | $10.00 - $100.00 | Travel back to 17th century Rome for this play about three generations of women who brew up potions for every need — and their deadly scandal.
• The Mars Volta Tour | Fri., Oct. 14 - Sat., Oct. 15 | 6 p.m. | Moore Theatre, 1932 2nd Ave, Seattle | $75 - $400.00 | This prog. rock group has been going strong for two decades.

• 26th Annual SpiritWalk & Warrior Run | Sat., Oct. 15 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way, Seattle | $0.00 - $40.00 | Participate in a 5K run or a free 2K walk, followed by an Indigenous vendors market for the whole family.
• Jet City Roller Derby Season Opener | Sat., Oct. 15 | 5-9 p.m. | Seaview Gym at Edmonds Community College, 19906 68th Ave. W, Lynnwood | $0.00 - $15.00 | Bouts are back for this high-flying league — fun for the whole fam.

• UW Medicine
• Providence
• Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
• Seattle Children’s ^

• 65º | Mostly sunny | 6% chance of rain

• Rise: 7:22 a.m.
• Set: 6:28 p.m.

• Private investors and housing nonprofits are competing to buy a bunch of new micro-apartments. There are 1,402 apartments — each averaging about 177 sqft — across 23 buildings from Northgate to the Central District. Ten of the properties would receive a tax break for keeping rents low. (Seattle Times)

• Get ready to embrace the chaos again. The Mariners take on the Astros today in Houston for Game 1 of the best-of-five American League Division Series. Right-hander Logan Gilbert is the starting pitcher for Seattle — game time is scheduled for 12:37 p.m. on TBS. ⚾
• Have you heard the sole-ful tale about the “rally shoe” during Saturday’s T-Mobile Park watch party? Mariners fan Ben Cox put a Birkenstock sandal on his head for good luck and others followed suit as the team completed an epic comeback. The shoe is now in the Mariners Hall of Fame. 👟
• Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny will be out for the season after breaking his fibula and sustaining a high ankle sprain on Sunday. Penny will need surgery — backup Kenneth Walker will step in to carry the load for now. (Q13)

• Bottom’s up. Seattle breweries took home seven medals at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver — the most for all of Washington state. Of the seven total medals, two golds were given out: one to Elysian Brewing’s Night Owl in the pumpkin beer category and one to Reuben’s Three Ryes Men for old/strong or barley ale. 🍻 (KOMO)

• The City of Seattle has awarded nearly $1 million in grants to six Seattle organizations that support Black educators. The goal of the Department of Education and Early Learning program is to increase teacher diversity in local K-12 schools through recruitment, professional development, and mentorship. (KING 5)

• Iconic used bookstore Magus is opening a new location in Wallingford this month. The Magus Annex will be located at 2414 N. 45th St. in the former home of Open Books, a poetry shop that moved to Pioneer Square earlier this year. 📚 (Wallyhood)

• Take this to the bank. According to recent Census Bureau data, the median Seattle household income hit a record last year at $101,700. That ranks us as the fourth highest in the US among large metro areas, right behind San Jose, San Francisco + Washington, DC. (Seattle Times)

• If you’re looking for a feel-good party, Balo Bash at OmCulture in Wallingford on Fri., Oct. 21 will feature Indian food, dancing, and a silent auction. Proceeds from the $45 tickets will benefit Balo USA, an organization that helps impoverished families around the world through job training + education. (KING 5)

• Did you know you can set up shop in our online retail store? We’re looking to support local brands in our SEAtoday shop. We want to work with you. Send us an email to get started.

• D’Artagnan is a farm-to-table pioneer, serving top chefs + home cooks nationwide since 1985. Their small farms provide a wide range of high-quality meat — think: duck, organic poultry, grass-fed beef, heritage pork + more. And because they offer overnight delivery, everything stays super fresh (and super delicious). 🥩 *

• Fast-track those holiday shopping plans. For the first time, Amazon is hosting a second Prime Day with the Prime Early Access Sale running today, Oct. 11 and tomorrow, Oct. 12. Snag tech like earbuds or kitchen appliances at Black Friday prices — 45 days in advance.*

Key ingredients

• 5 oz fresh pappardelle pasta
• 1 cup foraged lobsters or chanterelle mushrooms (or use store bought)
• 1 cup lacinato kale
• 1 oz chevre
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan
• Butter, lemon + chicken stock
• Garlic, shallots + herbs