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Seattle 🤝 Paris Olympics
A view of Paris, France decked out with Paris 2024 Olympics signs and banners.
The Paris 2024 Olympics run from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 11. | Erin McPherson, 6AM City
Light the torch and cue that iconic Olympics theme song — we’re ready for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics happening Friday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 11.

At this summer’s Olympic Games, approximately 10,500 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees will compete across 32 sports — including some new ones.

Since we’re all about keeping it local, we’ve rounded up 11 Paris 2024 Olympians with ties to Seattle, Wa that you should keep your eye on. Let the Games begin.

Kevin Durant takes a jumpshoot during an Olympics sporting event in 2012.

In 2012, Kevin Durant scored a United States Olympic record of 156 points during the tournament.

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Photo by Tim Shelby

Kevin Durant, 3x3 Basketball
While the basketball superstar currently plays for the Phoenix Suns, he spent a long stint of his career — 2007-2016 — with the Seattle SuperSonics (RIP). Durant already has three gold medals — we’ll see if he earns his fourth this year. Men’s 3x3 Basketball starts Tuesday, July 30.

Jonas Ecker, Canoeing - Men’s K-2 Sprint
Ecker, born in Bellingham, was first introduced to paddle sports by his mother, who was a surfski paddler. She enrolled him in the Bellingham Canoe Kayak Sprint Team’s summer camp, and he’s been racing ever since. Canoe Sprints begin Tuesday, Aug. 6.

Nina Castagna, Rowing
Castagna’s not just competing with the US Rowing team, she’s in the driver seat as its coxswain. In this position, the UW alum will have to orchestrate the team’s other eight rowers to control the boat’s steering, speed, and fluidity. Rowing events begin Saturday, July 27.

Minnesota Lynx player Cecilia Zandalasini attempts a 3 point shot and Seattle Storm player Breanna Stewart goes into block her.

Breanna Stewart, now a member of the New York Liberty, played six seasons with the Seattle Storm (2016-2018 + 2020-2022).

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Photo by Lorie Shaull

Breanna Stewart, Women’s basketball
While it breaks our heart that this stellar WNBA player is no longer with our beloved Seattle Storm, we’re at the edge of our seats to see if this two-time gold medalist will win her third. Women’s basketball begins Sunday, July 28.

Audrey Kwon, Artistic Swimming - Team
Kwon is the youngest member of the US team and performs as the team’s flier, where she’s been described as their “not-so-secret weapon” that keeps them ahead in acrobatics. Artistic Swimming begins Monday, Aug. 5.
 
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True or false: In the Ancient Olympic Games, all athletes competed naked.
A. True
B. False
 
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Events
 
Wednesday, July 17
  • Hiatus Kaiyote | Wednesday, July 17 | 5:30 p.m. | Remlinger Farms, 32610 NE 32nd St., Carnation | $54.50 | On top of also being a critically acclaimed jazz band, this funky music group’s work has also been sampled by big industry names like Kendrick Lamar and Beyonce.
  • “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” Trivia | Wednesday, July 17 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Wildrose, 1021 E. Pike St., Seattle | $7 | We may be dead, but we’re still pretty — test your knowledge of the classic ‘90s TV series.
Thursday, July 18
  • Find Your Own, Cut Your Own | Thursday, July 18 + Friday, July 19 | Times vary | Carkeek Park + Northwest Rockhounds, 2720 NE 115th St., Ste. A, Seattle | $165 | Find your own rock to cut + polish for jewelry in this two-day class.
  • Swedish Cheese Pairing Class Featuring World-Renowned Almnäs Bruk | Thursday, July 18 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Skål Beer Hall, 5429 Ballard Ave. NW, Seattle | $30 | Obviously the best way to learn about cheese is to eat it — duh.
  • Fun Intended: Pun Slam | Thursday, July 18 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Capitol Hill Comedy / Bar, 210 Broadway E., Seattle | $10-$25 | Your eyeballs are going to get a workout from all the rolling they’ll do at this punny competition.
Friday, July 19
  • Tasting Notes featuring J. Kenji Lopez-Alt + James Ehnes | Friday, July 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle | $20-$125 | See what the James Beard Award-winning chef is cooking up + listen in on a highly sought-after violinist.
  • Idina Menzel | Friday, July 19 | 8 p.m. | Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle | $45-$155 | You’ll recognize this wicked songstress’ voice from several major productions like “Frozen,” “Enchanted,” and “Rent” — she is the “Queen of Broadway,” after all.
  • Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros | Friday, July 19-Sunday, July 21 | Times vary | T-Mobile Park, 1250 First Ave. S., Seattle | $15-$550 | Things are bound to get spicy as the M’s take on a rival team.
Saturday, July 20
  • Chinatown-International District Food Walk | Saturday, July 20 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Various locations, Chinatown-International District, Seattle | Free | Walk the neighborhood and find bites for $4, $6, or $8 at spots like Gan Bei, Hood Famous Cafe + Bar, and Purple Dot Cafe.
  • United Indians’ Seafair Indian Village Powwow | Saturday, July 20 + Sunday, July 21 | Times vary | Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way, Seattle | Free | Celebrate Indigenous cultures from all across North America with jewelry making, dance performances, cooking, and live music.
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News Notes
 
Trending
  • Wondering why Canlis turned bright pink last week? The fine-dining restaurant was prepping for its Barbie-themed event Friday, Aug. 9 + Saturday, Aug. 10, of course. The dream house will host live music, roller skating, and a giant dance party. Tickets are sold out, but you can join the waitlist. (Eater Seattle)
Travel
  • Speaking of makeovers, the I-5 bridge up for one. The federal government is setting aside $1.5 billion to replace the bridge connecting Washington and Oregon. The project also includes added traffic lanes and a light rail extension, among other additions. The estimated project cost is ~$7.5 billion. (Puget Sound Business Journal)
Development
  • Sellen Construction has been hired for the Elliott Bay Connections project, which will add a pedestrian + bicycle greenway trail to the eastern side of Alaskan Way, along with several other park revitalization efforts. The project is reportedly on track to open before the 2026 World Cup. (Puget Sound Business Journal)
Coming Soon
  • A new virtual reality (VR) + entertainment venue is coming to the Bellevue Collection’s Lincoln Square South this August. Mirra will offer VR party games, cocktails, and international dishes. The 10,708-sqft space has a capacity of 482 people, turning into a 21+ nightlife venue after 6 p.m. (Downtown Bellevue)
Traffic
  • Based on demand, on-street parking rates increased this week in 19 different locations throughout Ballard, Capitol Hill, First Hill, Columbia City, and Green Lake. Four other areas saw decreases. Locals can see these new rates on the Seattle Department of Transportation website.
Outdoors
  • Seattle Public Utilities will be temporarily rerouting the Burke-Gilman Trail while Ship Canal Water Quality project construction is underway. Sections of the trail along Northwest 45th Street’s south side will be closed through mid-August, with construction working hours Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. (MyBallard)
Sports
  • The Seattle Mariners made their first six picks in the MLB Draft. Hear from the local experts as they break down these picks with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
    Drink Up
    • Drink Up Week — a celebration of our city’s vibrant beverage culture — is coming up quickly from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. We asked local businesses to join the fun by sharing drink deals; check out this map of promos that are poppin’ just for the occasion.
    Seasonal
    • Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? It’s Christmas in July, and we’re celebrating by gifting new and returning advertisers with special promotions to get your message in front of our readers. Get in touch to learn more (read: open your present).
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    📢 New park alert
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    The lot where the Little Saigon Park will go was purchased by Parks and Rec back in 2013. | Renderings via Seattle Parks and Rec
    After much anticipation (six years of it, to be exact), the new Hoa Mai Park in Little Saigon is finally set to open.

    Named for a yellow flower that blooms in early spring, the new park sports a colorful play area for the kids, entry artwork designed by Kalina Chung (which draws inspiration from Vietnamese tube houses), and plenty of community spaces between the available tables and open lawn.

    The project originally blossomed in 2018 as a way to utilize a vacant space landbanked by Seattle Parks and Rec in 2013 and create more green spaces in urban areas.

    To celebrate the new space at 1224 S. King St., Parks and Rec is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, July 27, 12:30-3 p.m. with music, food, activities, and a Lion dance performance by Mak Fai Kung Fu.
     
    The Buy
     
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    Get 56% off a wireless charging station that can charge your phone, earbuds, and smartwatch all at once.

    This $400 ionic hair dryer is on sale for under $100.

    Get a $50 Old Navy gift card for $40, or a $50 Regal gift card for $40.

    This five outlet surge protector includes four USB ports and charges your devices with notable speed.

    Get a Bentgo stackable lunch box 55% off.

    Keep your eye on this bestselling tennis dress for a lightning deal later today.
     
     
    The Wrap
     
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    Madeline and I went chillin’ after work at Green Lake Park yesterday and had a really nice afternoon paddle boarding around. I was super excited to see that rentals from the boathouse were only $28 per hour. Great afternoon activity if you’re looking to grab some last minute sun during the week.
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