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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.
Spokane’s Largest Multimedia Art Event Returns: Celebrate Terrain 17 This October
Terrain, a grassroots nonprofit organization that has championed the local art scene since 2008, is preparing to host its 17th annual Flagship Event on October 2nd, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Jackson Street Jazz Festival Returns to Seattle’s Central District
The historic heartbeat of Seattle’s jazz scene is officially back this autumn as the 13th Annual Jackson Street Jazz Festival returns to the Central District. This year’s festival brings multi-genre music performances, rich cultural heritage, and community giving starting Saturday, September 12, 2026, starting at 4:30 PM.
Seattle Office of Arts & Culture Opens Applications for 2027 King Street Station Exhibitions
The Seattle Office of Arts & Culture (OAC) has officially begun accepting applications for 2027 exhibitions at its premiere cultural space and gallery, ARTS at King Street Station.
The Magic of Hogwarts Arrives in Seattle: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child To Open at The Paramount Theatre
The wizarding world is making its way to Seattle as the six-time Tony Award-winning Best Play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, prepares to make its Seattle premiere at The Paramount Theatre. This highly anticipated first-ever touring production will run for a limited three-week engagement from August 22 through September 12.
Bishop Steven R. Sawyer Sets Sights on New LGBTQ+ Advocacy Goals
Fresh off the 2026 Pride season, Bishop Steven R. Sawyer, CEO and Co-Founder of Pacific Northwest Black Pride and Second Presiding Bishop of the United Progressive Pentecostal Church Fellowship (UPPC) reflected on a year of unprecedented recognition.
A Citywide Family Reunion: Festival Sundiata Returns to Seattle Center
The heartbeat of the Pacific Northwest is about to get a whole lot louder and more soulful. On August 22 and 23, Festival Sundiata presents Black Arts Fest is taking over Seattle Center, and this year, it’s all about creating a citywide family reunion.
Seattle Increases Reimbursement Limits for Small Business "Back to Business" Program
The Seattle Office of Economic Development has announced an increase in reimbursement caps for its "Back to Business" program, a move intended to provide additional financial assistance to small businesses dealing with the impacts of crime and vandalism, according to a recent press release.
Building for Eternity: Construction Begins on the Tubman Health Center
On June 5, community members, partners, elected officials, and supporters gathered near the Rainier Beach light rail station for a ceremony marking the official start of construction on the 26,000-square-foot Tubman Health Center, a facility designed by community, for community.
Sound Transit Board Adopts 'Affordable' ST3 Plan, Securing Link Rail from Everett to Tacoma Dome
To ensure the realization of the regional transit vision, the Sound Transit Board adopted an updated system plan, according to a recent press release from Sound Transit.
Seattle’s First Social Housing Building, Elara at the Market, Moves Forward
The Seattle Social Housing Developer (SSHD) is actively turning the promise of social housing into a reality in the city, following the SSHD Board's unanimous approval to purchase the Elara at the Market apartment complex.
Big World Breaks Celebrates 20 Years with Inaugural Drumline Fundraiser
The production company Big World Breaks (BWB) is set to mark a major milestone with its 20th Anniversary Celebration and Inaugural Fundraiser for the BWB Drumline on the evening of Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
That Brown Girl Cooks! Named a 2026 Corporate Citizenship Award Recipient and Diversity Champion
Proving the belief that food can nourish both people and purpose, That Brown Girl Cooks! (TBGC!)—the visionary hospitality group founded by Chef Kristi Brown—has been honored as a 2026 Corporate Citizenship Award recipient and named a Diversity Champion by the Puget Sound Business Journal.
Seattle’s Draze Fuses the Traditional and Contemporary with New Single ‘No’
Zimbabwean American artist Draze has released his new single and visual, “No,” an artistic statement serving as an anthem for freedom and unity.
Celebrating a Legend: Luther Vandross’ ‘Artistry and Elegance’ Exhibition Arrives in Seattle
The Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) is presenting a special traveling exhibition honoring the enduring life and legacy of the legendary R&B vocalist, Luther Vandross, Artistry and Elegance.
Washington State Department of Transportation Outlines Key Findings for State Rail Plan
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has identified several key findings and general strategies for the Washington State Rail Plan following analysis and community engagement.
Artist Willie Birch’s First-Ever Retrospective Hits the Road Next Month
The American Federation of Arts (AFA) has officially announced a national tour for Willie Birch: Stories to Tell, a major exhibition spanning six decades of the legendary artist’s career.
Hinton Publishing Announces Release of Ed Taylor's Memoir, ‘The Power of the River’
Hinton Publishing recently announced the release of The Power of the River, a memoir by Ed Taylor, Vice Provost and Dean of Undergraduate Academic Affairs at the University of Washington.
Seattle Proclaims May as Creative and Creator Economy Month, Launching Major New Alliance
The City of Seattle has officially declared May as Creative and Creator Economy Month, marking a significant recognition of the creative industries as essential contributors to economic vitality, workforce development, and cultural identity across the state.
Seattle JazzED Uplifts Next Generation of Femme Jazz Musicians with New Workshop
Seattle JazzED, a nonprofit organization committed to empowering young people with music education, has just announced the new Femme Jazz Collab Workshop focused on empowering female-identifying musicians and more.
