Sarah Stackhouse
Must List: 5 Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Jan 09 - Jan 15
Haunting photos, Black brilliance, and a gripping new drama
Hey, how are you doing? It’s such a nice day for January — cold but bright, which feels like a win. I’ve been thinking about trying new things this year. I just signed up for a pretzel-making class at PCC (imagine the possibilities!) And this low-stakes dance studio is calling my name. What about you? We’re…
Dry January, Straight Up with a Seattle Twist
Non-alcoholic drinks to keep your nights fun and your mornings clearheaded
For Kirstin Vracko and her husband, who have been sober since May 2023, Dry January is more than a trend — it’s a celebration of the lifestyle they’ve embraced. It means more time for the things they love, like concerts and parties, without worrying about how they’ll get home. Vracko is the co-owner of Cheeky…
The Pulse: Fresh Starts and Finds to Kick Off the Year
New openings, winter remedies, and a hunt for the city’s best green onion pancakes
Happy New Year! I’m not big on resolutions, but I like the practice of setting an intention. A line from “Good Morning” by Mumu Fresh has been on my mind: “You’ll always see the world not as it is, but as you are.” It’s been on repeat here since the new year, thanks to KEXP’s…
Must List: 5 Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Jan 02 - Jan 08
Yuck it up, hit the ice, watch some films
How’s everyone doing in this January chill? It’s been so cold lately, and while the holiday break was a nice pause, I’m ready to settle back into a routine. Schedules aren’t the worst thing, right? Downtown Seattle is buzzing again — turns out people really do want to live here. Saint Bread recently nabbed a…
Must List: 5 Ways to Ring in the New Year Around Seattle
Dec 26 - Jan 01
Fireworks, fancy parties, and a plunge that’ll wake you right up for 2025
Hey there, hope you’re having a great holiday! The days between Christmas and New Year’s always feel like a little gift — slower, cozier, good for catching up with family and friends. Last night, we hosted our annual Christmas dinner of Mexican food in honor of my grandfather, who owned a Mexican restaurant for 35…
The Pulse: What’s Happening Around Seattle
Holiday shows, local gift guides, Black Santa, and a free resource for teens
How are you holding up? December is flying by. It’s a blur of to-do lists and pretty lights, but it’s also a great time to pause and enjoy the little things — such as snacks, holiday parties, and just finding a quiet moment with something good to read. PCC has eco-friendly gift-wrapping tips that pair…
Must List: 6 Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Dec 19 - Dec 25
Holiday trains, seasonal brews, jazzy celebrations
Hey, how’s it going? It’s cold and it gets dark so early but the twinkling lights help. I love walking the neighborhood this time of year — bundled up, hands in pockets, enjoying all the pretty decorations. We’ve been cozy in the evenings with a fire and last night we watched Hot Frosty, which was…
Seattle Offers Free Virtual Therapy for Teens
A new program makes mental health care easier to access for young people
Being a teenager is tough. I know — I have one. Friendships, school pressures, and social media can complicate everything. She’s lucky she can talk to us, but not every kid has that support. Last week, Seattle launched a free online therapy program for residents ages 13 to 24. In partnership with Talkspace, young people…
Must List: 6 Festive Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Dec 12 - Dec 18
Holiday laughs, lights, and live music
It’s officially frost season. Gloves are back in rotation, mornings are taking a little longer as we wait for the car to warm up, and the slopes are open. Is anyone skiing this weekend? I’m more of a lodge person myself. It’s crunch time here as we wrap up the next print edition of the…
What Did the Eras Tour Mean for Seattle?
Taylor Swift’s sold-out shows brought millions to the city
The Eras Tour is over. Taylor Swift’s 21-month world tour came to a close last Sunday after six nights in Vancouver, B.C. Along the way, it added a staggering $4.3 billion to the U.S. GDP — a number on par with the Super Bowl and the Olympics. But Seattle had its own economic moment when…
Seattle Baker Wins Food Network Cookie Challenge
Janet Tan’s $10,000 victory moves her closer to her dream
Seattle baker Janet Tan emerged as the winner of Food Network’s The Christmas Cookie Challenge, a victory that brings her one step closer to achieving her dream of opening her own storefront. “I was surprised when I found out that I won because the other bakers are equally talented, and this challenge was so tough,”…
From Tech to Toys
Amazon hosts Winter Wonderland for underserved kids
Amazon’s downtown Seattle campus is usually full of tech workers. Last weekend, it was overrun by children. The company transformed its downtown Seattle headquarters into a Winter Wonderland, hosting more than 1,000 underserved children and their families for a day of festive activities and holiday fun. Each child had the opportunity to select up to…
10 Ways to Actually Enjoy the Holidays
Because the season is better when it’s fun
The holidays are crazy, right? You’re caught up in a frantic race to make everything special— the perfect gifts, the perfect tree, the perfect cookies. Well, nothing has to be perfect. The holidays are actually better when they’re not. Here are 10 ways to lean into the mess, ditch the pressure, and enjoy the season….
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