All-Star stats

• $50 million: The revenue All-Star Week events are expected to rake in for the city
• $1.7 million: Allocated for cleaning, safety and hospitality
• 100,000: Number of visitors expected to arrive for all related activities
• 16,000: The amount of hotel rooms Seattle has — 3,000 added in the past five years
• 400,000: Car trips expected around T-Mobile Park

Supporting the community

• The Chinatown-International District has a Bingo challenge that encourages locals to visit nearby spots, with prizes going out for a full card.
• There’s a Visit Seattle and Intentionalist map that highlights local LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and women-owned businesses to support around the downtown and Pioneer Square areas.
• Occidental Square will host a mini golf course through Tuesday, July 11, a roller skating pop-up through Saturday, July 15, and a beer garden on All-Star Game day.
• Arts nonprofit Forest for the Trees and RailSpur are hosting a carnival with art exhibitions, murals, live music, and food + drinks through tomorrow around Jackson and King Streets near First Avenue.

• Home Run Hangout | Monday, July 10 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Uwajimaya, 600 Fifth Ave., Seattle | Free | The Asian supermarket is getting into the All-Star spirit with free takeaway art by Dozfy, a live DJ set, a K-Pop dance performance, and more entertainment.
• “Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part 1" Early Access Fan Event | Monday, July 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Pacific Science Center, 200 Second Ave. N., Seattle | $15-$25 | Go see Tom Cruise’s latest blockbuster on opening night and grab a collector’s print poster.

• Blackberry Removal Party | Tuesday, July 11 | 11 a.m. | Juel Park, 18815 NE 116th St., Redmond | Free | See the fruits of your labor by helping the Green Redmond Partnership remove invasive species to make room for tree plantings in the fall.
• Capitol Hill Weekday Market | Tuesday, July 11 | 3-7 p.m. | Capitol Hill Farmers Market, E. Barbara Bailey Way, Seattle | Free | The new seasonal edition to the city’s farmer market scene is held at the same location as Capitol Hill’s Sunday edition, but caters to commuters.

• University Village Summer Concert Series | Wednesday, July 12 | 7-8:30 p.m. | University Village, 2623 NE University Village St., Seattle | Free | Shop, grab a beverage + some snacks, and enjoy the sounds of Kalimba, a tribute band to the soul group Earth, Wind & Fire.
• “Six” | Wednesday, July 12-Sunday, July 23 | Times vary | Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle | $40-$150 | The Tony Award-winning musical imagines the ex-wives of Henry VIII as pop stars flipping the script.

• Michael Finkel Presents “The Art Thief” | Thursday, July 13 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Third Place Books, 5041 Wilson Ave. S., Seattle | Free | Michael Finkel discusses his new true crime book about master thief Stéphane Breitwieser, who kept his prized loot in a room to admire rather than selling them.
• Now and Later: a Cannabis Infused Comedy Show | Thursday, July 13 | 8-11 p.m. | Capitol Hill Comedy Bar, 210 Broadway E., Seattle | $15 | In this highly entertaining evening, comics tell jokes sober, go to an undisclosed location for a THC boost, and then come back for another set under the influence.

• We miss her already. OL Reign and USWNT superstar Megan Rapinoe announced that she will retire after the National Women’s Soccer League season is over. She’ll play in the FIFA Women’s World Cup this month and her final regular season game will be at Lumen Field on Friday, Oct. 6.

• Hot out of the oven, anticipated bakery Ben’s Bread announced it will open its Phinney Ridge location in mid-July. Run by award-winning baker Ben Campbell, the shop at 216 N. 70th St. will serve biscuits, pies, and more goodies with coffee, wine, and local beer to drink.

• The King County real estate market has flattened out in 2023 with the median home price landing at $935,000 in June. This is down less than half a percentage point year over year. Experts point to a lack of inventory on the market, higher interest rates, and fewer buyers as contributing factors to the “new normal.” (Seattle Times)

• Meet the new Chief Transportation Safety Officer for Seattle: Venu Nemani. He takes over the role after being promoted from Traffic Engineer and will oversee various projects with the city’s Vision Zero pedestrian, cyclist, and driver safety goals top of mind.

• Native American goods store Eighth Generation made a move to a bigger location across the street from Pike Place. The new outpost at 1406 First Avenue will allow the business to expand as it plans to add 100 new products. Eighth Generation had been at its previous location for seven years. (KING 5)

• Jump for joy — Bounce the City Tour is coming to Westfield Southcenter soon. The roving festival includes bounce houses galore, a silent disco dome, and a “bottomless” ball pit. Tickets cost $23 for the pop-up running from Saturday, July 29 to Sunday, August 20 — all ages are welcome.

• Two Seattle startups were among the winners for BECU’s financial tech incubator contest. My Financial Therapist and Stakana both use artificial intelligence to develop their tools. They’ll now get access to training, events, and a one-year membership to CoMotion’s Labs at UW’s Startup Hall. (GeekWire)

• The Port of Seattle is accepting applications for its South King County-based economic recovery program. Qualified applicants in industries like aviation, maritime, and construction can apply for up to $250,000 in funding. Proposals must be sent by Friday, July 21.

• Feel free to stretch out — the Seattle Department of Transportation is making upgrades to the Ballard Avenue Cafe Street this summer. Phase Two of the project includes creating more space for outdoor seating + pedestrians, improving accessibility, and adding bike racks. (My Ballard)