South Lake Union Block Party: Food, Music, Movies ...

I have a weird affinity for South Lake Union. Maybe it’s the fact that I secretly want to live in a fancy, brand-new condo so I can have a gas range stove and air conditioning, or maybe it’s the fact that there’s a new, awesome restaurant opening there every other week. But no matter my motivation, I find myself there fairly often. (My love for The Wurst Place may also be a key contributor.) And it’s...
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Free Popsicles at West Elm This Saturday

Free Popsicles at West Elm This Saturday...

Frozen treats are always delicious, but with a solid ten months of cool weather, Seattlites know the importance of loading up on cool treats when the thermostat approaches warm. Maybe that’s why we graced you with TWO free ice cream posts last week, and have even more this week. Today we’re focusing on popsicles, which, if you follow my Pinterest boards and general dessert buzz, seem to totally be the new ice...
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Goodwill Comes to South Lake Union

Goodwill Comes to South Lake Union...

South Lake Union, the little neighborhood that Paul Allen built (and that Amazon populated), is about to get a major upgrade on our deal-seeking radar. No, it’s not a brand new happy hour (but there are plenty of those around- I dig Cuoco and The Wurst Place, personally)- it’s a brand new Goodwill! Yep, our favorite spot for used and vintage everything  is invading South Lake Union this Thurday, July 26....
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2012 Outdoor Movie Round-Up

2012 Outdoor Movie Round-Up...

Summer can be a great time for movies (I mean, masterpieces like Rock of Ages and Magic Mike wouldn’t make sense in December), but when good weather is such a  precious commodity, it’s hard to justify holing yourself up inside. That’s why when July and August roll around, every good park in the greater Seattle area starts hosting weekly outdoor movie nights. Here’s the lowdown on where you can catch...
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Farmboat Floating Farmer’s Market: I’m on a boat!

Farmboat Floating Farmer’s Market: I’m...

Just as many of the seasonal farmers markets in Seattle are closing down for the year, the new Lake Union Park is bucking the trend by playing host to a brand new market, but with a fun new twist- it floats!  Starting today, and happening every Wednesday  in October, Farmboat.org is turning the Lake Union waterfront into an old-fashioned port of call, featuring local produce, crafts.  Shop for fall veggies and handmade...
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