09.07.2024

Today’s Forecast

Editor’s Note

Hi there — City Editor Alina here. Heading to the Seahawks game tomorrow? Madeline and I have some food recs for you after we got to sample the menu on Tuesday.

Our favorite bites both came from Bar Dojo (available in sections 206 + 236). Their soup dumplings and poke nachos were just so, so yummy. But you also can’t miss the new blue salt-rimmed margaritas from Spirits on Main (sections 100 + 143). The salt may be a bit of a novelty, but it’s a fun one for sure.

Top Stories

SEAtoday editor Madeline's holding a book open to a middle page displaying a chapter title "The Middle Step."

Reading clubs in Seattle | Is your to-be-read list stretching a mile long? Want to meet other motivated readers near you? If so, then joining a silent reading club in Seattle might just be what you’re looking for.

Lumen Field sits empty on a sunny day just days before the Seahawks home opener. Downtown Seattle shines in the background.

A guide to the Seahawks’ 2024 season | Alright, 12s — it’s time to put your game faces back on. The Seattle Seahawks’ season opener is just ahead on Sunday, Sept. 8 against the Denver Broncos.

The Coho Salmon has a pointed, almost beak-like mouth with bright red coloration on the sides and the standard green speckled look on the rest of its body.

Where to view salmon migration and spawning | Now through late fall, salmon will return to Seattle’s rivers and streams to spawn. In anticipation of this environmental event, King County’s Department of Natural Resources and Parks has assembled a map for the best salmon viewing locations.

Events

This Weekend

CatVideoFest 2024 | Saturday, Sept. 7-Sunday, Sept. 8 | 1:30 p.m. | The Grand Illusion | $9+ | Internet famous felines + local kittehs claw the big screen in this curated video compilation.
Leslie Jones: Live | Saturday, Sept. 7 | 8 p.m. | Moore Theatre | $35+ | Go laugh with the former “Saturday Night Live” cast member in person.
Rooftop Barre & Ride | Sunday, Sept. 8 | 2:30-5:30 p.m. | Sitka Apartments | $45 | It’s a 30-minute barre class, 30-minute cycling class, and rooftop sunset happy hour all wrapped up into one event.
Jackson St. Jazz Walk Presents Seattle Sings! | Sunday, Sept. 8 | 5-7 p.m. | Fountainhead Gallery | $30 | Award-winning vocalists Gail Pettis & the Sugartime Trio are sure to help you wrap up a smooth weekend.

Plan Ahead

David Cross | Wednesday, Sept. 11 | 8 p.m. | The Showbox | $49.50+ | You’ll recognize this funnyman from a whole host of shows + movies like “Arrested Development” and “Waiting for Guffman.”
Dry Cocktail Class | Wednesday, Sept. 11 | 7-8 p.m. | Cheeky & Dry Non-Alcoholic Bottle Shop | $50 | Learn how to elevate your mocktails using Amethyst’s non-alcoholic spirits as a base.
Brat Rave | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 9 p.m. | Showbox SoDo | $10+ | Brat summer isn’t over yet — go dance to your favorite party girl anthems.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Closed

The Bellevue Arts Museum closed indefinitely due to financial strain despite launching an emergency fundraising campaign earlier this year. It’s unclear whether the closure will be permanent, but the museum has filed for an independent custodian to manage its assets. (KING 5)

Transit

Local officials have cut the red ribbon on the new $144 million King County Metro RapidRide G Line. Service starts Saturday, Sept. 14, with the route running from downtown through Capitol Hill and over to Madison Valley. Arrivals occur every six minutes throughout most of the day.

Open

Hey you, HeyTea is now open in Bellevue. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurant and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.

Community

Hundreds of locals walked down Madison Avenue this week in honor of Ruth Dalton, a neighborhood dog walker who was killed during a carjacking last month. Locals remember her love for the community, pets, and her faith. KING 5’s Madison Wade has the story.

Ranked

The Seattle Seahawks ranked No. 15 among Forbes’ list of most valuable NFL franchises in 2024. The team dropped one spot from its No. 14 placement, but its valuation is still up 9% year-over-year. The Seahawks are entering this season with a value of $5.45 billion. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Jobs

At SEAtoday, we love that we get to make the whole city of Seattle our office. If you’re looking for your next dream job, check out our guide to the top employers and industries, or explore more places to work.

Legacy

It takes a village, as they say. As proud Seattleites, we’re inspired by the contributions of our most tenured community members. Please join us in celebrating the legacies of those who have recently died. (Seattle Times)

Sports

Ouch — the Mariners are still in a backwards slide and have likely killed their opportunity for a playoff run. Hear from the local experts on what went wrong during such an optimistic season with Locked On’s daily, Mariners-focused podcasts.

City Guide

🕶 Laptop open, but shades on

Places to work outside in Seattle

Mr. West’s colorful snacks and drinks add the cheer you need to get through those awful excel sheets you have to fill out. | Photo by SEAtoday Staff

Working from home can be a mixed blessing. There are days when a change of scenery is a must if you’re going to get anything done. The good news? Research shows that tackling your tasks al fresco actually helps boost productivity.

Here are some of our favorite spots.

Seward Park
6 a.m.-10 p.m.
Restrooms: Yes
Covered: Partially

It’s amazing how work calls feel less stressful when you take them from a forest or lakefront picnic table. Bring snacks with you, though.

Reuben’s Brews
11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily
Wi-Fi: Yes
Covered: Partially

One of Ballard’s favorite breweries now has an in-house menu featuring eats like pilsner brats and soft pretzels.

More outdoor work spots

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