About Jamie A
In addition to writing and taking photos during her trips, Jamie loves to find hidden gems, cheap eats, and kitschy Americana attractions. She hails from Oil City, Pennsylvania, went to college in the Finger Lakes Region of New York, studied abroad in Norwich, England, and moved to Boston in May of 2007. She also enjoys writing poetry and lyric essays, reading lots of books, being a foodie, listening to girl group tunes from the 1960s, crafting, and dinner parties with her friends.
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December 17th, 2007 by jamie a
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While you’re traveling, it’s sometimes hard to find ways to stay connected. In the Emerald City, there’s a wide assortment of places on that provide free wi-fi to their customers, helping you get some work done and experience the city at the same time!
As far as hotels go, you can choose from the , the , or the .
To gear up for your day ahead with a great cup of coffee, check out , which features to admire while you sip or in the , which also serves delicious coffee and features even more to check out! There’s also for homemade waffles or soup and sandwiches for lunch, and if you’d like to relax at a tea bar with over 150 organic artisan tea choices while you nibble on some snacks.
For a hearty breakfast or breakfast foods all day long, check out the . They serve everything from strawberry and banana crepes to Dungeness Crab meat Benedict.
If grabbing a brew while you study is more your style, there’s which proudly serves the best imported beer selections from Germany, all served in their appropriate glassware. If you’re hungry, they also serve traditional German fare like Sauerkraut and Bavarian-style pretzels with German mustard. At , Seattle’s original brew pub, enjoy their award-winning homemade beer with 12 on tap every night in a laid-back pub setting.
If you have any more favorite wi-fi hotspots to share with us, just leave a comment! We’d love to hear from you.
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December 13th, 2007 by jamie a
Friday, December 14 (8 pm)
Head on over to Seattle Center for a night of including the acclaimed Garfield High School Jazz Band and local jazz artists. This performance is free as a part of Winterfest 2007!
Friday, December 14 (10:30 pm)
The Pacific Science Center presents in conjunction with radio station KZOK.
November 23 - December 31
Seattle Center presents , providing arts, entertainment, family fun, and outdoor activities for low-cost or free admission! If you’re looking for stuff to do this time of year, there’s a plethora of events held all over the city organized by Winterfest.
Some events include The Black Nativity (by Langston Hughes), The Nutcracker, a Holiday World Market, performances of Peter Pan, The Neverending Story, and lots, lots more!
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December 6th, 2007 by jamie a
Friday, December 7 (6 pm)
Celebrate the month of December with with tastings of seasonal treats paired with 3 styles of Port. Reservations are required, so be sure to call 206-632-5100 to save yourself a spot.
Friday, December 7 (6-9 pm)
Join the artsy family at the for the opening of Giant Squid by Cassandra Nguyen with poetry, drawings, and many more activities by the Cephalopod Appreciation Society.
Saturday, December 8 - Sunday, December 9 (11 am-5pm)
The Georgetown Holiday Art Walk is this weekend, where you can admire the art of local artists and show them your support.
Sunday, December 9 (8 am)
Cheer on the runners at the Jingle Bell Run 5K Race to benefit the Arthritis Fund of Seattle. You can also walk, run, participate in the costume competition, or have the kids join in the Children’s 1K Run with Elves.
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December 3rd, 2007 by jamie a
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During your visit to Seattle, you can enjoy the breathtaking views that nature has to offer and then behold the eclectic architecture of the city. From the famed Space Needle to creations of Frank Ghery, there are plenty of man-made wonders to tour while you’re here.
, designed by Minoru Yamasaki in 1977, stands as a modern marvel in the Metropolitan Tract of Seattle. 40 stories high, this tower is likened to the image of a hi-fi speaker and if you stand at the base, the building seems like it could topple over due to its inverted pyramid style.
The classic Space Needle stands as an iconic symbol of the Emerald City and has been greeting visitors since the 1962 World’s Fair. The unique design is based on a merger of Edward Carlson’s idea of a giant balloon and John Graham’s concept of a flying saucer. At the top of the tower, dine at the SkyCity restaurant with its wonderful Pacific Northwest cuisine and rotating views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic and Cascade Mountains.
Created as a museum of music founded by Paul Allen, the Experience Music Project was designed by Frank Ghery to resemble a smashed Stratocaster guitar. Loved by some and loathed by others, this structure is famous for being the topic of some heated conversation by locals and visitors alike. See for yourself when you stop in to the museum, with an interior that boasts of the Sky Church Room, dedicated to Jimi Hendrix, an amazing concert venue with 40 foot high and 70 foot wide video screens.
Designed by Rem Koolhaas, the opened its doors to residents in 2004. Created as a “celebration of books,” the library aims to be inviting to the public and open to the environment surrounding it. The architects behind the Seattle library chose to let function dictate the form, thus the unusual shape to the exterior. It includes a living room, encouraging patrons to read comfortably and the “Books Spiral,” where patrons can view the entire non-fiction collection spiraling up four stories without using stairs or going to a different part of the building.
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November 29th, 2007 by jamie a
Saturday, December 1 (11 am - 5 pm)
The third annual will be held this weekend at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. With 120 eclectic indie crafters selling their handmade wares, this is a hip place to get your holiday shopping done!
Saturday, December 1 (1 - 10 pm)
The third annual (hmm…seems to be a trend in Seattle…) will be hosted by the Washington Beer Commission. Featuring winter warmer beers from over 30 local breweries, you’re certain to find a new drink of choice for this chilly season.
Saturday, December 1 (12 - 7 pm)
Join as they showcase their new Japanese teas and antique Japanese teawares. Tastings are available as you sign up at the door as well as demonstrations for making mochi and Takoyaki.
Saturday, December 1 - Sunday, December 2 (noon & 4 pm)
The Seattle Center presents two free showings of as part of . See everything from modern dance to ballet and martial arts at this spectacular show.
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November 15th, 2007 by jamie a
Friday, November 16 (12 - 6 pm)
is this weekend at The Seattle Center. If you’re a beader or love collecting jewelry, this show has an incredible selection all under one roof.
Saturday, November 17 (6 pm)
Join Lake Fest community group for their which benefits the Anna’s Ride Home local program to reduce drinking and driving. Starting at Paddy Coyne’s at 6 pm, this crawl includes 5 fabulous drinking destinations.
Saturday, November 17 (3-9 pm)
Check out local artist John Osgood’s new show entitled Held at Bherd Studios, John works with stenciling, texturing, layering, and collage to create his unforgettable works.
November 1- 29
Attention foodies! For the whole month of November (excluding Thanksgiving Day), you can participate in , with 30 restaurants offering $30 3-course dinners. In its 6th year, this is a favorite of locals and tourists alike looking to find some new and delicious food to enjoy.
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November 8th, 2007 by jamie a
November 1- November 10
At the Howard/Mandville Galleries, the is underway. The paintings, 11 x 14 or smaller, have been created by over 100 different artists.
Thursday, November 8 (9 am) - Friday, November 9 (9 am)
At the Center on Contemporary Art, you can watch artists in action at the . On Friday, there will be an auction held for the works completed from 5:30 - 9:30 pm.
Saturday, November 10 - Monday, November 11
Join the Seattle Aquarium for ! Hear live presentations from local scientists, meteorologists, and researchers and participate in some great interactive experiments.
October 19 - December 30
Take the kids to see at the Seattle Children’s Theatre. An adaptation of the beloved Roald Dahl book The BFG, kids will learn that “Friendship comes in all shapes and sizes, if we just keep our hearts open to it.”
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November 1st, 2007 by jamie a
Saturday, November 3 (10 am - 4 pm)
Join the Burke Museum for the ! Pet a sea otter or touch the brain case of Moby Dick at this event that’s great for both families and adults.
Saturday, November 3 (6 pm - midnight)
Appreciate the art of Derek Johnson at the opening of his show, “.” At the Gilt Edge Society Gallery, admission is free and all the proceeds from prints and books sold go to help rebuild New Orleans.
Saturday, November 3 (8 pm)
Experience a night of modern dance with Ronald K. Brown’s amazing choreography in at the Moore Theatre.
Daily! (10 am - 2 pm)
Why not treat yourself this weekend to a and indulge your inner foodie? These tours highlight local businesses, history, and the vibrant culinary scene Seattle has to offer.
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October 24th, 2007 by jamie a
Thursday, October 25 (7:30 pm)
The Seattle Symphony is performing renowned historical works to celebrate the Moore Theatre’s Centennial Series. Featured favorites include Mendelssohn, Mozart and Stravinsky.
Saturday, October 27 - Sunday, October 28 (10 am- 6 pm)
Head on over to the Pacific Science Center for Tricks, Treats & Science Feats! From giant pumpkin sculpting, snake demos, to haunted planetarium shows, you can celebrate Halloween with a scientific twist!
Saturday, October 27 (11 am- 2 pm)
Get your doggies dressed up and let them strut their stuff at Dog-o-Ween, sponsored by the Coalition for Off-Leash Areas. There’s a silent auction, food vendors, and a costume contest, so get ready to see some hilarious garb on both pets and owners alike.
Saturday, October 27- Sunday, October 28
Celebrate at Seattle Center with performance artists, altars, artwork and music. Food and dance will also be featured at the event, paying tribute to the countries of Latin America and creating a compelling and vibrant experience.
Sunday, October 28 (9:30 am - 5 pm)
Kids can trick or treat in the daytime at Trick or Treat on the Waterfront sponsored by the Seattle Aquarium. There’s also underwater pumpkin carving demonstrations, performances by Recess Monkey (three local schoolteachers making family-friendly tunes), along with refreshments and lots of fun!
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