02.27.2025

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🌸 Spring into action

Cherry trees stand in full bloom on the University of Washington campus.

We can hardly wait for spring to get here. | Photo by @clickingcanvases

Good news, Seattle — if you’re reading this, it means you’ve made it out of the dark gloom of winter.

Not only will March bring us both our first 6 p.m. + 7 p.m. sunsets (woohoo!), but it is also brings us several, very cool events that serve as the first signs that our city’s people are becoming social again.

Here’s what you have to look forward to in March.

Emerald City Comic Con

Thursday, March 6-Sunday, March 9
Pop in for guest appearances from the “Baldur’s Gate 3" voice actors (including our snarky vampire friend), cosplaying panels, and video game competitions.

Seattle Cocktail Week

Sunday, March 2-Sunday, March 9
Sip your way through some of Seattle’s best bars and spirits with this big series of events, panels, and workshops that conclude with “Carnival of Cocktails.”

UW Cherry Blossom Bloom

Usually in mid-March to mid-April
This isn’t an organized event, but it’s something the whole town will be talking about as a surefire sign of spring. These cherry blossoms symbolize the beginning of life returning after the winter and inspire plenty of events + festivals around town.

Mariners Opening Day

Monday, March 27
This is our year... hopefully. Our home MLB team might break your heart year after year, but at some point we’ll make it to the World Series, right?

More major 2025 events

Asked

Which event signifies the start of spring in Seattle for you?

A. The beginning of baseball season
B. The cherry blossoms blooming
C. The first 60° day
D. Other

It's almost thyme

Events

Thursday, Feb. 27

Saturday, March 1

Sneaker Con Seattle | 12-7 p.m. | Seattle Convention Center Arch | $30+ | Lace up for this shoe-gazing show, featuring the hottest designers and eye-popping custom kicks.

Sunday, March 2

Monday, March 3

Intro to Power Tools | 6-9 p.m. | NE Seattle Tool Library | $35+ | Learn how to correctly and safely use some of the more intimidating tools like circular saws, sanders, and more.

There's plenty more to do

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Job

Hiring locally just got easier

Find candidates who want to work right here, right now. | Gif by 6AM City

Local job boards are a total game-changer — for both job seekers and businesses. Instead of sifting through endless listings, they focus on quality over quantity, connecting employers with candidates who actually want to work in the area. That means fewer relocation headaches and better retention.

For big and small businesses, it’s a smart way to connect with candidates who understand the local community and culture. Plus, hiring locally usually means a faster, smoother hiring process. Whether you’re looking for a job or trying to fill one, SEAtoday Job Board keeps things simple, practical, and close to home.

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News Notes

Sports

The Sounders are taking a big approach to attract new fans — they’ll pay for your very first game with the new “First Match On Us” initiative. They’ll use fans’ emails to determine whether or not they have seen a game before. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Weather

Sooo... that was a lot of wind. Gusts of up to 64 mph were recorded over the last few days around Western Washington. SeaTac Airport’s fastest gust clocked in at 52 mph — just 1 mph behind the record. However, it wasn’t quite as strong as the bomb cyclone we saw in November. (KING 5)

Closing

Fans of dim sum restaurant Harbor City should make a speedy trip over to the popular spot — the owners have announced that they will close the place tomorrow, Feb. 28. Owner De Han Ma said he was unable to reach an agreement with the landlord. (Eater Seattle)

Development

New conceptual designs of a major upgrade for Westlake Park ahead of the 2026 World Cup have been released. Some initial drawings show a tall slide for kids + big box structures made of video screens. Initial project stages have already begun, but a final plan will be determined at a later date. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Coming Soon

Ballard will soon have access to ramen galore now that H Mart is planning another location for the neighborhood. The space along NW Ballard Way was previously a New Seasons Market, but will be H Mart’s ninth King County location. No opening date has been set. (Seattle Times)

Opening

Pike Place Market’s Radiator Whiskey is also opening a new location on Ballard Avenue in the Ballard Cut’s former location this May. The owner said the space will be for all ages and similar in feel to its Pike Place location. (My Ballard)

Listen

As the Mariners near the start of the 2025 season, we’re talking about the team’s pitching rotation and how they might make it better. Hear from the local experts on the Mariners with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Announced

Let’s all give a (virtual) round of applause to Sarah H., winner of our KOOZA Double Date Giveaway in partnership with Cirque du Soleil and House of Eve. And an extra special thank you to everyone who entered.*

Finance

Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (It sounds wild, but it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. This one even offers 5% cash back on your purchases, helping you save even more while you pay down your debt.*

Number

$2,101. That’s the record-breaking price that car insurance premiums are projected to reach in 2025. Read: It’s more important than ever to make sure you’re not overpaying. Review Money’s best car insurance list to see if you could save (maybe up to $1,300 a year).*

Shop

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Finance

Top firms like SoftBank already invested in Pacaso, the startup disrupting the $1.3 trillion vacation home market with co-ownership. By handing keys to 1,500+ homeowners, Pacaso earned over $100 million in gross profits. Now, they’re going global. Invest for $2.70 per share by Thursday, Feb. 27.‡*

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Business

🛍️ Let’s get down to (small) business

The City of Seattle stands underneath a sunny sky, but still hazy, sky.

The proposed city budget aims to close a $250 deficit. | Photo by Kelly, via Pexels

Here at SEAtoday, you may already know we’re big on celebrating local, especially our city’s small businesses. Which is why a week dedicated to highlighting the heart of our communities is right up our alley.

Enter: Small Business Week — a national initiative that acknowledges and celebrates the contributions of small businesses — that we’ll be celebrating from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10.

We want to join in on the celebrations by highlighting some of the best small businesses in our city.

This is where we need your help.

If you own a local small business or know someone who does, celebrate Small Business Week with us by filling out a form about your business. We’ll be selecting businesses to feature in our newsletter throughout the week.

Join the party

The Buy

Your two new best friends to speed up blow drys: a really good hairbrush and Kenra Platinum’s time-saving blow dry spray. The Wet Brush hairbrush features a vented design for faster airflow plus heat-resistant bristles, while the 4.7-star rated Kenra spray detangles, smooths, and decreases blow-dry time by 50%.

More worth The Buy

The Wrap

Wowwww. How lovely is this warmer weather, y’all? I know it’s still a teensy bit chilly, but I busted out the shorts. You can’t stop me.

Enjoy the fresh air.

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