07.17.2023

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🚗 Hit the brakes

How to keep your car costs down in Seattle

A person adding air to the tire of a sedan.

Check out our tips for giving your car a long and happy life. | Photo by Andrea Piacquadio via Pexels

Did you know? According to AAA, car owners pour an average of $10,728 a year into their vehicles — a figure that includes fuel, repairs, and insurance.

Keep your cruises down Seattle streets cost efficient with these tips:

Shopping for a new car? Use AAA’s Driving Cost Calculator to see how much vehicle ownership will cost over the next five years. Did you know: Electric cars don’t require oil changes.
Check tire pressure regularly, since it can impact fuel economy and safety. Find free air pumps around town.
Drive your car once a week for 30 minutes to keep your battery strong. Pro tip: Buy a personal jump starter and never ask a neighbor for a jump again.
Consider investing in a dash cam, which can save you money in the long run by recording collision evidence and break-ins. The Ring Car Cam sends you real-time motion alerts, and the REDTIGER Dual Dash Cam records crisp 4K video.

Events

Monday, July 17

Plant + Sip | Monday, July 17 | 6-7 p.m. | FLORENCE, 2224 First Ave., Seattle | $40-$60 | Grab a ceramic pot and start planting your new friend over a glass of wine.

Tuesday, July 18

“Six” | Tuesday, July 18-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 who are flipping the script on royalty.
Craft and Cocktail: Creative Gathering | Tuesday, July 18 | 7-10 p.m. | Olmstead, 314 Broadway E., Seattle | Free | Bring whatever arts project you’re working on and meet some new people over drinks.

Wednesday, July 19

Lightning Talks: Snails | Wednesday, July 19 | 7 p.m. | Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way Pier 59, Seattle | $15 | Five speakers attempt to wow the audience with facts about nature’s slow, slimy creatures — including marine gastropods like the pinto abalone.

Thursday, July 20

WNDR After Dark | Thursday, July 20 | 6:30-10:30 p.m. | WNDR, 904 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98104, Seattle | $38-$50 | There will be music, glitter, tattoos, and tarot readings at this special after-hours event at Seattle’s new immersive art museum.

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Community

Your ultimate guide to Seattle has arrived

Fall in love with the city even more with our Ultimate City Guide. | Graphic by 6AM City

We all know that Seattle is a special place with a never-ending supply of things to do, see, and experience. That got us thinking — we already spend our days helping you get the most out of our city. So what if we curated a collection of guides that will be updated and available anytime to help you navigate all our great city has to offer?

That’s just what we’ve done. Say hello to SEAtoday’s City Guide, your ultimate digital destination for the best ways to get out there and learn about the city you love.

We’ve broken the guides into three categories:

LIVE — Schools, neighborhoods, and unwritten rules of the city
WORK — Top industries, startups, and great spots to work outside
PLAY — Parks, festivals, hikes, and date nights

That just scratches the surface. We’ve got guides to local Airbnb and Vrbo rentals, navigating the airport, volunteer opportunities around town, and even where you and your pooch can grab a drink together.

Ready to get to know your city even better? Check out the link below. And if there’s a guide you’d love to see, send us a suggestion because this list of guides will just keep growing.

Oh, and one more thing. For all you marketing folks out there, we have one exclusive sponsorship available. We will feature your brand next to everywhere the guides appear in the newsletter, website, and social media. It’s an opportunity that won’t last long, so drop us a line.

Start exploring now

News Notes

Development

A new apartment building is being planned for a lot right next to the Pacific Science Center. Developer Grousemont Associates said it’s looking at 150-unit plans with construction beginning as early as 2024. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Civic

Mercer Island will no longer have its own fire department and will instead become a part of the Eastside Fire and Rescue. Eastside will hire all of Mercer Island’s 29 firefighters and will operate both island’s fire stations, so response times will remain the same. (Seattle Times)

Older adults

First Hill is getting another senior living high rise development. Horizon House has plans to build a 33-story, 202-unit complex next to four of its other buildings on the 900 University St. campus. Construction is set to begin in 2025 or 2026 and wrap up in 2029. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Pets

Here’s one way to make Taylor Swift proud. In honor of the pop star’s concert at Lumen Field this weekend, the Seattle Animal Shelter is offering $13 (TayTay’s favorite number) adult cat adoptions instead of the normal $35 or $75 fee — just ask for “Taylor’s Version.” It’s a Love Story, baby just say yes.

Drink

Old Stove Brewing Company’s empire is growing as the biz plans to take over Lagunitas’ old location in Ballard. No opening date has been set for their expansion, but according to their liquor license, the brewery is also planning to sell cocktails, wine, and growlers at this location. (My Ballard)

Eat

Miss the Ballard Seafood Fest? No worries — Local Tide, Aslan Brewing, and Revel are planning a Dungeness Crab Party on Saturday, July 22, 12-8 p.m. The event will take over the nearby mural alley and feature plenty of crab dishes along with vendors like Juice by Rojo, Marimakan, and the yet-to-open Paper Cake Shop. (Eater Seattle)

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Shop

On our wish list: the NETVUE Smart Bird Feeder. It identifies bird species + captures live, high-quality footage you can save or share from your phone.*

Outdoors

Go with the float

Beat the heat: swimming pools for rent in Seattle

Watch the sunset over the Puget Sound and your beautiful rented pool. | Photo via Swimply

Swimply — it’s like Airbnb for private pools. Whether you’re looking to beat the dry PNW heat or just make the most of summer, we’ve rounded up four ready-to-rent pools.

Pool with a View

17 guests max | $99 per hour | Burien | You’re going to feel extra fancy at this heated swimming pool with sights on the Puget Sound.

Pool Party Oasis

20 guests max | $140 per hour | Lake Forest Park | Get the party going with a ping pong table, trampoline, and fireplace for marshmallow roasting.

The Yacht Club and Heated Pool

40 guests max | $75 per hour | Des Moines, WA | Get ready to party with all of these fancy-schmancy amenities like a diving board and a water slide.

Family Friendly Pool Party Oasis

15 guests max | $75 per hour | Bainbridge Island | Bring the kids to this little island getaway that includes pool toys, speakers, and Wi-Fi.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Alina

From the editor

Hi — just a reminder that our Drink Up Meet and Greet + Trivia Night is coming up this Thursday, July 20, at Trade Winds Tavern at 8 p.m. Be there or be square.

Drink Up Month
What I’m drinking: The Sonando Con Los Angeles hot tea from Macrina Bakery.

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