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🦀 Help stop the crustacean invasion

Collect important data on invasive crabs for state researchers
A European green crab is crawling over a large rock surrounded by other smaller rocks. Its legs are an orange-red blend, and the hard carapace of its body is speckled with browns and grays.
The European green crab is an invasive species that changes color to match its surroundings. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons
Ready to get your hands a little dirty in the name of science?

Washington Sea Grant and Washington State University Extension are asking residents to take part in a Salish Sea-wide data project called the Molt Blitz on Thursday, June 20 to track and record invasive crab populations.

Researchers hope this will be the state’s largest ever single-day data set of crab molts, allowing them to see where crab species (like the invasive European green crab) have spread to in the Puget Sound.

To conduct your search independently, you must attend one of two virtual training sessions to learn how to identify and collect crab molts:
For those with an untrained eye, Crab Team members will be on site at select shoreline locations during the Thursday event to provide guidance and answer questions before you identify and collect molts.

After learning the standardized steps for the molt search (or with the help of a guide), The Molt Blitz will commence on Thursday, June 20 with timed (~20 minute) searches for European green crabs + native Dungeness crabs.

What to bring:
  • A container for molt storage
  • A measuring device (calipers preferred)
  • A charged phone to report your findings
  • Comfortable walking shoes that you won’t mind getting dirty or wet
Asked

How many prominent marginal teeth does a European green crab have on each side of its shell?
Note: marginal teeth are the pointed ridges on the front facing side of a crab’s carapace.

A. 0
B. 3
C. 5
D. 7
Can you think fast in a pinch?
 
Events
Tuesday, June 18
  • History Café: People of Color Against AIDS Network (POCAAN) | Tuesday, June 18 | 6:30-8 p.m. | MOHAI, 860 Terry Ave. N., Seattle | Free | Learn about POCAAN’s 40-year history, in which it has expanded into 13 programs addressing marginalization and health disparities.
  • Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Season 5 Tour | Tuesday, June 18 | 8 p.m. | Moore Theatre, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle | $30.50-$70 | Who knew scary could look this sexy? Enjoy out-of-this-world looks and performances by drag artists.
  • Loteria and Taco Tuesday | Tuesday, June 18 | 9 p.m. | The Cuff Complex, 1533 13th Ave., Seattle | Cost of purchase | It’s bingo night at this venue serving up Latin beats and fresh tacos.
Wednesday, June 19
  • Lynnwood Juneteenth Freedom Festival | Wednesday, June 19 | 10-3 a.m. | Cedar Valley Community School, 19200 56th Ave. W., Seattle | Free | Celebrate freedom, unity, and African American culture with a lineup of activities including marching bands and speakers.
  • Author Talk: Karl Dunn | Wednesday, June 19 | 7-8 p.m. | Kamp Social House, 2800 E. Madison St., Seattle | Free | Dunn speaks about his memoir “How to Burn a Rainbow,” which delves into divorce, self-love, and his experience as a sex-advice columnist.
  • Brit Floyd | Wednesday, June 19 | 7 p.m. | Marymoor Live, 6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. NE, Redmond | $34-$194 | You’re bound to be a wee bit knackered after scream-singing along to Pink Floyd hits all night.
  • Laser Artist’s Choice: Missy Elliott and Run the Jewels | Wednesday, June 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Pacific Science Center, 200 Second Ave. N., Seattle | $12-$15 | This time, the laser artists are on the request line.
  • Micky & The Motorcars | Wednesday, June 19 | 9 p.m. | Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave. NW, Seattle | $20 | This band of brothers specializes in alt-country with a blend of influence from the Intermountain West blues and Southern roots-rock.
Thursday, June 20
  • Alki Community Summer Celebration | Thursday, June 20 | 5-8 p.m. | Alki Playground and Whale Tail Park, 5817 SW Lander St., Seattle | Free | Live music, food, local vendors, and games galore fill this evening of family-friendly fun.
  • Rooftop Yoga + Dance Party | Thursday, June 20 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Monkey Loft, 2915 First Ave. S., Seattle | $40-$180 | This week’s yoga sesh will be followed up with the Deck’d Out Dance Party to keep that blood flowing.
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Festival

☀️ Fremont Fair returns this weekend
a gif featuring images from previous Fremont Fairs
Kick off summer in Seattle with a bang. | Photos courtesy of Fremont Fair; GIF by SEAtoday
You’re invited to celebrate the Summer Solstice this weekend. Fremont Fair will take over six city blocks of the iconic Fremont Neighborhood on Saturday, June 22 + Sunday, June 23 (aka Solstice Weekend). To usher in the new season, attendees can:
  • Enjoy live music
  • Shop 300+ craft vendors
  • Sip on ice-cold bevies in a beer garden
  • Indulge in delicious fair foods
  • And so much more at the free event
Pro tip: Don’t miss the 33rd annual Fremont Solstice Parade on Saturday at 1 p.m.
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News Notes
Health
  • COVID patients made up ~1.5% of hospital emergency visits last week, up from 0.5% in April. This surge in COVID-19 cases is below King County’s alert threshold of 3%, but officials still recommend staying up to date on vaccinations. A new version is expected later this year. (Seattle Times)
Biz
  • The sale of the Seattle Reign has finalized, solidifying Sounders FC and investment firm Carlyle as its new ownership group. Seattleite, former All-American soccer player, and current Sounders COO Maya Mendoza-Exstrom will serve as Chief Business Officer for the women’s soccer team. (KING 5)
Development
  • Seattle Parks and Rec broke ground on its newest construction project at Cayton Corner Park. Named after a family of early Black settlers from the late 19th century, the park at 1831 E. Madison St. will receive a new lawn space, ADA pathways, picnic tables, and more.
Announced
  • For the first time in 35 years, a Woodland Park Zoo orangutan is expecting. Mother Batu, a 14-year-old Sumatran orangutan, is due to give birth this summer. The expected arrival for the new fuzzy family member is in late August or early September.
Environment
  • Wildfire season might come a little earlier this year due to a number of factors including low snowpack + precipitation levels and a 40-50% chance of above-normal summer temperatures in Western Washington. Clearing debris from gutters, decks, and around power lines can help decrease fire risk during extra dry conditions. (KING 5)
Festival
  • Who will be this year’s May Queen? Interbay’s Holy Mountain Brewing is hosting a Midsommar gathering this Saturday, June 22 from 12-1- p.m. In addition to a maypole and flowers aplenty, other Midsommar-inspired aspects include floral infused beers on draft and a screening of Ari Aster’s “Midsommar” on the projector.
Arts
Kids
  • A.T. Milo Park in the Delridge area will be home to some free drop-in summer camps throughout July. Ages 7-17 can join multi-sport or soccer-only programs. Sign up at Concord Elementary School at 723 S. Concord St. on Monday, June 24 + Friday, June 28 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Sports
  • Has Tyler Locklear done enough in his first week in the majors to maintain a role with the Seattle Mariners even after Ty France returns from injury? Local experts discuss the matter with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
    Drink Up
    • Raise a glass, drop a deal. We’ll be toasting to Drink Up Week — a celebration of Seattle’s vibrant beverage scene — from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. If you own a local business that serves beverages, join us by offering a fun drink deal to our readers — we may include it in a newsletter.
     
    Outdoors

    🐋 It’s a whale of a time

    Top reviewed whale watching tours in and around Seattle
    A humpback whale breaches the water in the Puget Sound
    Watching a humpback whale breach the water makes for a stunning photo op. | Photo by Amber S., submitted via SEAtoday’s Photo Contest
    Wanting to see Puget Sound’s marine marvels for yourself? Then these whale watching tours are for you.

    Clipper Vacations | 4.3 ☆ (1,000+ reviews)
    Embark on this half-day journey across the Salish Sea from Seattle Waterfront’s Pier 69. Reviewers mention seeing humpback and minke whales, and porpoises.

    Puget Sound Express | 4.8 ☆ (1,000+ reviews)
    Departing from Edmonds, this ~5-hour tour takes you to top viewing spots for orcas and humpbacks. Reviewers suggest bringing binoculars for even closer views.

    Western Prince Whale & Wildlife Tours | 5 ☆ (800+ reviews)
    Take a seaplane flight to Friday Harbor, then board the Western Explorer II for sightings of orca whales, sea lions, seals, and more.

    Seattle Orca Whale Watching | 4.9 ☆ (18 reviews)
    This tour has a 90% success rate of peak season whale sightings. Reviewers recommend asking for a window seat to really take in the views during your expedition.
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    Over the weekend, City Editor Alina and I stopped by the witchiest, goblin-esque shop Gargoyles Statuary in University District (we were really channeling our “Practical Magic” vibes).

    Among fragrant incense, clusters of cat stickers, gargoyle magnets, and more, it’s safe to say Alina and I were in our personal heaven (picture Howl’s room from “Howl’s Moving Castle,” for any Studio Ghibli fans out there).
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