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Experience the Magic of the Holidays with Pacific Northwest Ballet’s The Nutcracker
The holiday season in Seattle wouldn't be complete without Pacific Northwest Ballet’s sparkling production of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker. Running from November 27 through December 27, 2026, at Seattle Center’s Marion Oliver McCaw Hall, this beloved tradition promises to surprise and delight audiences of all ages across 35 live public performances.
Jaelynn Scott Secures Victory in Washington's 37th Legislative District
Democrat Jaelynn Scott secured a victory in Washington's 37th Legislative District for Position 2 in the Nov. 3 general election, securing 87.32% of the vote as of Nov. 4 at 4 p.m. Defeating Independent Evon McCorkle, Scott becomes the first openly transgender member of the Washington Legislature and the first openly Black transgender state legislator in the United States.
‘Your Stadium Bestie’ Michaela Joins Crank Up The Volume To Discuss Fan-Centric Content Creation
Host Alicia Crank recently welcomed sports content creator Michaela, better known as “Your Stadium Bestie,” for a conversation on Michaela’s journey from corporate marketing professional to one of the Pacific Northwest’s most popular digital sports creators.
Thriller Night: Cal Bonner and JohnBorn Take Over Colman Commons With Live Paintings
Last Friday, Colman Commons hosted an extraordinary evening of artistic excellence and Black culture with Thriller Night, celebrating the debut solo exhibition of artist Cal Bonner titled Creation Over Elimination. A central highlight of the night was the presence of celebrity artist JohnBorn, who pulled up to paint live alongside his mentee, Bonner.
A Long-Awaited Dream Realized: Rainier Beach High School Celebrates Its New Campus and Performing Arts Center
After years of relentless advocacy, planning, and construction, the opening of the new Rainier Beach High School campus marked the completion of a transformative journey for the entire school community last year. The fully realized campus unifies state-of-the-art academic areas, brand-new athletic facilities, and a crown jewel: the Paul Robeson Performing Arts Center.
‘For a Small Business, It’s a Killer’: Seattle’s Rising Costs Threaten Lil Red’s Takeout & Catering
By Nyla Moxley - Lil Red’s Takeout & Catering is almost a decade old. The Jamaican BBQ and soul food joint is loved locally and has been recognized nationally. However, mounting financial pressures are making it harder to sustain.
Tanishia ‘Hippie’ Norman Joins Crank Up The Volume To Talk Youth Sports Advocacy
Tanishia “Hippie” Norman recently joined The Pop-Up! Presents: Crank Up The Volume with host Alicia Crank to detail her journey from classical music hall performer to team captain of the Seattle Majestics, and ultimately to her current role as Director of Development at the King County Play Equity Coalition.
Amplifying the Underground: Inside Scope Screenings’ Grunge, Punk, and Emo Night
Every last Tuesday of the month, a distinct energy takes over Seattle’s historic Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute. Inside, independent filmmakers, local artists, and movie enthusiasts gather for Scope Screenings, a monthly showcase dedicated to giving local talent a big-screen platform.
Mobilizing the Grassroots: Community Leaders and Youth Demand Accountability at King County Candidate Forum
Community members, youth advocates, and grassroots organizers gathered at The McKinney Center for Community and Economic Development in Seattle’s 37th Legislative District for the King County Candidate Forum on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Conversations with a Commissioner: How K. Van Petten is Shaping Seattle’s Musical Renaissance
By Andrew Barrett - For K. Van Petten, getting to work with the “renaissance” occurring in Seattle’s music scene has been nothing short of incredible. Petten, the Sonic Guild marketing director, is one of the city’s new music commissioners elected to the Seattle Music Commission.
‘Your Voice Matters’: Deaunte Damper Hosts We Live In Color Special: The People, The Policy, The Ballot
Ahead of the midterm elections in King County and Washington state on Nov. 3, community advocate Deaunte Damper hosted the We Live in Color Special: The People, The Policy, The Ballot, convening local leaders, organizers, and policy advocates to dissect three key ballot measures: Initiative 645, Initiative 638, and Initiative 001.
100 Episodes of Black Queer Excellence: ‘We Live In Color’ Celebrates Historic Milestone Live at Langston Hughes
The air inside the historic Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute was filled with an undeniable sense of purpose, warmth, and celebration as community members, artists, and advocates gathered to mark a monumental milestone: the We Live In Color 100th Episode Live Show, hosted by Deaunte Damper in September.
Rainier Beach Community Unites for the FAST Impact Community Safety Summit
Community members, local leaders, police, city officials, and youth recently gathered at the Rainier Beach Community Center for the Fathers and Sons Together (FAST) Impact Community Safety Summit and Walk For Change.
A Sacred Baton in Action: Jack & Jill Mothers Find Rest, Art, and Sisterhood at Colman Commons
Where Pioneer Square meets the Seattle waterfront, Colman Commons became a living sanctuary yesterday as it opened its doors to roughly 20 mothers from the Jack & Jill of America Seattle Chapter.
Seattle Social Housing Developer Launches $15 Million Project in The Central District
The Seattle Social Housing Developer (SSHD) announced its first construction project on Friday, October 16 in Seattle’s Central District. According to a recent SSHD press release, the new building’s completion is targeted for the end of 2028.
Nourishing the Neighborhood: Inside the Central District Food Co-op at MADE Space Seattle
In Seattle’s Central District at the intersection of 20th and East Union, a monthly gathering transformed how local residents nourish themselves and connect with their neighbors. Hosted at Made Space Seattle, the Central District Food Co-op recently provided free access to locally grown produce, seasonings, and household groceries.
Conversations with a Commissioner: Marshall Hugh and the Rise of Fremont Fridays
For an artist to break out, it’s all about being recognizable. For Marshall Hugh, performing on a jelly bean-shaped parade float through the Seattle streets certainly built that brand. Hugh, founder of Seattle’s weekly summer music and culture festival Fremont Fridays, is one of the city’s new music commissioners elected to the Seattle Music Commission.
Opera Singer Jennifer Johnson Cano Talks Seattle Opera’s Salome on The Day With Trae
Opera singer Jennifer Johnson Cano recently sat down with guest host Deaunte Damper on The Day With Trae to discuss Seattle Opera’s production of Richard Strauss’s Salome, her career trajectory, and the power of mentorship in the arts.
Living the Social Gospel: Dr. Lora-Ellen McKinney Reflects on the Legacy of Rev. Dr. Samuel B. McKinney
Across decades of social change, civil rights activism, and community leadership, few family histories mirror the arc of Black history in America quite like that of Dr. Lora-Ellen McKinney and her father, the late Reverend Dr. Samuel B. McKinney.
Keisha Credit and Appollonia Washington Reshape the Narrative Around Wealth on The Millionaire Next Door
What does a millionaire look like? For host Keisha Credit, the traditional image of high net worth often ignores the trailblazers living right in our own backyards. On the premier episode of The Pop-Up Presents: The Millionaire Next Door, Credit welcomed Appollonia “Apple” Washington, the CEO and owner of A 4 Apple Learning Center.
