07.31.2023

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💋 It’s a date

Date night ideas for every type of Seattleite

Somewhere in this photo “Strangers in the Night” by Frank Sinatra is playing. | Photo by @placepigalle

Kids, this is the story of how I met your mother, and it was all thanks to SEAtoday.

OK, so maybe that’s not exactly how the 2000s sitcom went, but if Ted Mosby had consulted us for date night ideas, we could’ve shaved the show down to two seasons (and saved his kids a lot of time). Regardless, whether you’ve met “the one” or are hoping to impress someone new, we’ve got 18 local date night ideas that are legen — wait for it — dary.

Imagine a first kiss along the rails of the boat as the sunsets? We’re swooning for you.
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Photo by @mv_renaissance

For the ones who want a night out on the town

Get cozy and take an evening cruise through Elliott Bay or through the Ballard Locks with Argosy Cruises.
Head down to Belltown’s performing arts venue The Crocodile and grab tickets to whatever’s on the docket. You’ll likely be pleasantly surprised.

If the way to their heart is through their stomach

Pike Place Market’s The Pink Door is frequently recommended as one of the city’s most romantic restaurants, but we encourage you to give Place Pigalle a try. French cuisine and views of the Puget Sound are sure to impress.
OK, OK — hear us out. Sometimes the pressure of a fancy restaurant can stifle conversation. Keep things down-to-Earth with a milkshake and burger from Dick’s Drive-In. Also, your car isn’t far away for a PG-rated makeout sesh.

You’ll certainly have a lot to bond about after paragliding through the sky.
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Photo by @april_onthego

If you love the great outdoors

Take your sweetie to watch the sunset. We have so many beautiful spots that you can essentially pick whatever backdrop you want. Check out Sunset Hill Park or Golden Gardens for watery, blue vistas. Kerry and Gas Works Parks have the best views of downtown.
Did you find out that you’re both adrenaline junkies? Take to the skies with Seattle Paragliding at Poo Poo Point. You’ll have something you both can excitedly chatter about once you touchdown again.

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What’s your go-to activity for a memorable date?

A. Romantic candlelit dinner
B. Cozy movie night at home
C. Adventurous outdoor activity
D. Other

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Events

Monday, July 31

Fresh Hop Picking Party | Monday, July 31 | 3-8 p.m. | The Woods - Two Beers Brewing & Seattle Cider Co Tasting Room, 4700 Ohio Ave. S., Seattle | Free | Join staff as they pick their first hops of the season over a few pints.
F Yeah Bingo | Monday, July 31 | 6:45-9 p.m. | Ozzie’s, 105 W. Mercer St., Seattle | Free | It’s bingo, but spicier — enjoy prizes and cringey dad jokes.

Tuesday, August 1

Brews and Tunes 2023 | Tuesday, Aug. 1-Tuesday, Aug. 29 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Freeway Park, 600 Seneca St., Seattle | Free | Enjoy the summer sun with live music, a beer garden, and a food truck in the park.
Photography Essentials Part 1 | Tuesday, Aug. 1, Saturday, Aug. 5 | 9:30-11 a.m. | Glazer’s Camera, 811 Republican St., Seattle | $50 | Learn some of the tricky beginner stuff like choosing a memory card, understanding composition, and how to pick aperture and shutter speeds.

Wednesday, August 2

Amos Lee “My Ideal (A Tribute to Chet Baker Sings)” | Wednesday, Aug. 2 | 7 p.m. | Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14111 NE 145th St., Woodinville | $59.50-$89.50 | The singer-songwriter known for tracks like “Windows are Rolled Down” covers music from the legendary trumpeter Chet Baker.
Zine Jam | Wednesday, Aug. 2 | 7-9 p.m. | North End Makerspace, 12317 15th Ave. NE #108, Seattle | Free | Grab some collage materials and work on your papercrafts — whether that’s a mini magazine, a collage, or scrapbook.

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News Notes

Community

King County has awarded $25 million in grants to 123 community organizations and small businesses that address racism as a public health crisis. The Gathering Collaborative, which is a combination of government and community reps, will be in charge of distributing the grants. (My Northwest)

Announced

Seattle will be one of only seven US cities on K-pop group STAYC’s TEENFRESH world tour. The all-female band will be in Seattle on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2023. Ticketing information — including specific venue — will be released soon. (NME)

Open

Well, this just sounds delightful. A new all-day cafe and natural wine bar is now open in Beacon Hill. Fable, owned by the folks behind Moonshot Coffee and Burien Press, offers a menu full of foccacia sandwiches, oysters, and waffles for the early risers. You can find the cafe at 3309A Beacon Ave. S. (Eater Seattle)

Environment

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources has paused the sale of 100 acres of timber that meant to be logged after seven King County councilmembers, the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe, and group of environmentalists raised concerns. All called for more assessment of the environmental impacts. (Seattle Times)

Coming Soon

Capitol Hill’s Argentinian steakhouse Boca is planning to expand with a new asadora (Argentine barbecue). Owner Marco Casas-Beaux said the spot will be adjacent to Boca Restobar and Grill on Broadway once the neighboring business ends its sublease. (Capitol Hill Blog)

Traffic

The Seattle Department of Transportation has finalized its design plans for the 15th Avenue NW and Ballard Bridge paving project. Construction will begin at the end of 2023 and include a new walk/bike signal, a crosswalk, and a landscaped median on 15th Avenue NW. (My Ballard)

Stat

Looks like Seattle has been making more popcorn at home these days. Our city is one of the slowest in the US to return to watching movies in theaters. According to Nielsen data, only 36% of local adults said they’ve seen a movie in a theater in the past three months. (Seattle Times)

Drink Up

Stay frosty, my friends

11 Seattle spots to get refreshing boozy slushies

Ridgewood Bottle and Tap has frosés all day. | Photo via @ridgewood_bottle_and-tap

In keeping with the Drink Up Month spirit, we’ve hunted down some of the best boozy slushies around town whether you’re looking for classic margs, tropical concoctions, or some frosés all day.

Here’s how to cool down as the mercury rises.

Dreamland | A brunch fave, this place has two flavors on tap — a boozy blue Hawaiian with three different spirits and a non-alcoholic piña coloada.
Olmstead | This Capitol Hill hangout offers a mango frosé slushie that includes coconut and pineapple as ingredients — music to our tastebuds.
Trade Winds Tavern | The Belltown pub has a rotating menu of flavors for its machine, but they go an extra mile with color changing cups.

14 more cool spots

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Alina

From the editor

Hi everyone, guess what. Today’s a very big day for me, for you, and for the universe — it’s my birthday. And as a Leo in her truest form, I wanted to celebrate here a little bit with you all. Thanks for helping to make this newsletter so much fun to create. I love getting to share bits of my life with you all and it’s so much fun whenever you all share your lives back.

I feel fortunate to be connected to such a neat group of interesting people who love to learn about their city (I can make assumptions about that because you obviously like what we do here at least little bit). Hope you all are enjoying the sunshine.

Drink Up Month
What I’m drinking: Since it’s both the last day of Drink Up Month AND my birthday, bubbly can be the only option.

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