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• Rep 1: “The Times Are Racing” | Friday, Sept. 27-Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | McCaw Hall | $30+ | This trio of choreographed works covers the human need for connection, changing times, and mental health awareness.
• Dimelo: A Latin Experience | Friday, Sept. 27 | 10 p.m. | The Crocodile | $20 | Shake the night away to your favorite Latin beats.

• What Is Nordic Design: Norway | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 2-3 p.m. | National Nordic Museum | $5 | Learn a little bit about Norway’s contributions to the overarching “Nordic Design” umbrella.
• Festal: The Italian Festival | Saturday, Sept. 28 + Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | Seattle Center | Free | Duh, there’s gonna be good pasta — go enjoy noods + a grape stomping competition, pizza toss-off, chef exhibitions, and live music.

• Nightshift Cinema | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 10 p.m. | Here-After | Free | Catch a free flick and enjoy happy hour deals from inside one of Seattle’s coolest venues.

• “Friends” Trivia Night | Monday, Sept. 30 | 8 p.m. | Clock-Out Lounge | $7 | Bring friends you can PIVOT with — you’ll need ‘em to win.

• The National and The War On Drugs | Tuesday, Oct. 1 | 6:30 p.m. | Climate Pledge Arena | $62+ | These early aughts rock bands were on the soundtracks of many a Tumblr pages back in the day.
• Crush: Tegan and Sara Book Tour | Tuesday, Oct. 1 | 7 p.m. | Washington Hall | $35 | The iconic music duo’s new middle-grade graphic novel deals with the absolutely crushing experience of being a seventh grader.

• Expect to hear more Seattleites talking about minimalist living now that Seattle City Council has approved legislation removing restrictions on micro-apartments. These residences will now be permitted in all multi-family zoning and amenity requirements. (KING 5)

• Well... there’s always next season. The Mariners were officially eliminated from the playoffs yesterday after both the KC Royals and Detroit Tigers brought home W’s. Hear from the local experts about what the team may want to think about next season with Locked On’s daily, Mariners-focused podcasts.

• The ever-popular MOTO Pizza is opening another location — this time on the Eastside. The local chain’s new digs are planned for Bellevue Square, with its ovens firing up for the first time on Friday, Oct. 4. (Downtown Bellevue Network)

• The electric conversion of the Washington State Ferry Wenatchee hit some obstacles — now the vessel likely won’t sail until summer 2025. Caused by unmatched blueprints, the delay will increase the project’s cost, but there’s no word on how much yet. (Seattle Times)

• The Ballard Locks’ small lock will be closed next week as teams work to repair a “failed piece of timber” in the system that is causing a leak. Small boats will be able to use the larger lock, but may face delays of up to 45 minutes. (My Ballard)

• Washington’s had quite a few earthquakes this week. Over 100 small earthquakes have been recorded since Saturday, Sept. 21 near the Hanford Reach National Monument. Plus, another 4.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded between San Juan Island and Saanich, BC. (Seattle Times + KING 5)

• Hiring? Our new community job board could help you find that perfect candidate. Bonus: For a limited time, you can post your listing for free. Give it a try.

• Washington voting centers across the state are preparing for the upcoming November election with safety measures like shatterproof glass and emergency training for workers. KING 5’s Savannah Welch has the story.