Seattle culture
June 17th, 2009 by admin
Woodinville has become a haven for fine winemakers. Their commitment to quality is quickly becoming legendary among serious wine enthusiasts, and their wineries have more than doubled in number. Many tasting rooms are open to the public and provide the opportunity to sample and purchase wines straight from the wineries.
Three tasting rooms are open year round and 4 or 5 additional tasting rooms are open to the public on weekends. Visit and taste why Seattle is becoming one of the premier wine regions of the world.
The Go Seattle Card includes a wonderful Woodinville Wine tour as one of 35 Seattle area attractions and tours included in the price of the card. Tours are run on Saturdays and include such wineries as Chateau Ste. Michelle, Columbia Winery, Matthews Estate, and Efeste. The tour will pick you up right from your hotel in the morning and have you back in town in time for dinner.
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May 27th, 2009 by admin
From May 23rd through August 16th, 2009, the Experience Music Project|Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame (EMP|SFM) will be hosting an amazing exhibit and a number of accompanying events on the magical work of the late Jim Henson.
Jim Henson’s Fantastic World is a deep dive into the work of the man behind the Muppets of “The Muppet Show,” “Sesame Street,” and “Fraggle Rock.” The exhibit features artifacts ranging from puppets to cartoons and storyboards to movie props as well as photographs of Henson at work. There is even a hands-on puppet theatre.
In addition to his iconic Muppets, Henson’s creativity encompassed music, multimedia, and all the components of story-telling that have made his creations into such a compelling and beloved legacy. While best known for characters like Kermit the Frog, Henson also branched out in a variety of other directions, including the darker creatures of The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth.
Jim Henson’s Fantastic World is a joint effort of the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) and The Jim Henson Legacy. Entrance to the Experience Music Project and to the Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame is included in the Go Seattle Card, so there is no reason not to check the exhibit out before it moves on.
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January 23rd, 2009 by admin
The Seattle Art Museum is hosting a focused exhibition of Edward Hopper’s iconic paintings entitled “Edward Hopper’s Women.” The exhibit is set to run through March 1, 2009. One of the highlights of the exhibit is Hopper’s famous 1929 composition Chop Suey which represents one of Hopper’s first forays into urban settings with his paintings.
Use your Go Seattle Card to get into the Seattle Art Museum and see their impressive collection of art from around the Pacific Rim, Europe, the Middle East and local works from the Pacific Northwest.
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May 1st, 2008 by susan j
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Puppets singing about politics, racism, and life in the city. It’s an improbable combination, but somehow it works. I’ve seen Avenue Q twice and listened to the cast album countless more times, but I still can’t get enough of this infectious musical comedy. It’s the type of show that charms even people say they don’t like musicals.
Seattle’s Paramount Theatre will present Avenue Q June 10-22, and I highly recommend checking it out. The story centers on Princeton, an eager graduate with a “BA in English” and no career prospects, Kate Monster, the adorable monster next door, and their neighbors (a lovable cast of monsters, people, and puppets). Tickets are available now through Ticketmaster.
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April 11th, 2008 by susan j
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If you’re planning a trip to Seattle, WA during Labor Day weekend, then you’ll definitely want to check out , which is an annual music and arts festival that attracts over 125,000 visitors to Seattle Center each year.
Running August 30 to September 1, 2008, this year’s Bumbershoot will feature performances by Beck, Stone Temple Pilots, Lucinda Williams, Neko Case, Ingrid Michaelson, Del Tha Funky Homosapien, and other bands and solo artists to be announced. The festival will also feature literary programs, visual art, dance performances, and a film festival curated by the Seattle International Film Festival.
While at Bumbershoot, you might check out other popular Seattle attractions like the Space Needle, Pacific Science Center, and the Experience Music Project (EMP). All are within the Seattle Center area.
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March 20th, 2008 by jamie a
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The current exhibit at the Frye Art Museum is a must-see for all comic lovers! Entitled , the show pays tribute to R. Crumb, a pioneer in the world of underground comics.
As comic lovers may already know, R. Crumb is responsible for bringing comics into an adult literary form, with the founding of Zap Comix and his willingness to tackle controversial American topics that lurk underneath a shiny exterior. His characters, mainly based on American archetypes, “testify to the complexities of the human condition and to the spiritual and social searches we all undertake.”
This exhibit is the most comprehensive American exhibition of R. Crumb’s work to ever be displayed, so it’s certainly something to check out!
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February 29th, 2008 by jamie a
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Closed since December, visitors can once again visit on the weekends starting March 1st!
This village is world famous for its delicious traditional salmon bake and educating the public on the Northwest Coast’s First Nation culture. Take in a performance of Greg Thompson’s “Dance on the Wind” stage show, featuring the dances and lessons of the First Nation.
Since it’s also a state park, visitors can not only learn about the First Nation, but take in all the beautiful nature surrounding them.
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February 21st, 2008 by jamie a
February 21- 24
Check out at Hotel Wacoma, made up of 30 bands, dances, and workshops for the ultimate experience in bluegrass music.
Thursday, February 21 (7-10 pm)
Head over to the Pacific Science Center for where you can see the new U23D IMAX film as well as team up with friends to create your own rock band!
Saturday, February 23 (1-3 pm)
Adults and children alike can paint a piece of ceramic pottery for free at the Bellevue Arts Museum at the end of the exhibit .
Sunday, February 24 (12 pm)
Check out the classic Sci-Fi film in 70mm format at the Cinerama with amazing 6-track multi-channel sound.
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February 19th, 2008 by jamie a
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According to a recent survey done by Americans for the Arts, the city of Seattle is home to more arts-related businesses and organizations per capita than any other city in the United States.
Leaping from this fabulous statistic, Seattle Cultural Guides created the where they interviewed sixteen local artists about their favorite places in the city.
If you’re an artsy-fartsy traveler, be sure and check out this guide before your next visit. It’s overflowing with recommendations, great stories, and bits of inspiration for artists working in all different genres.
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February 14th, 2008 by jamie a
Thursday, February 14 (8-9:30 pm)
Relax this Valentine’s Day with a . Join in the “heart of peacefulness” or “opening the heart” half-hour meditation sessions at the World for Meditation.
Saturday, February 16 - Monday, February 18 (10 am - 6pm)
Head over to the Pacific Science Center for ! Complete with 40 interactive exhibits, entertainment, and workshops, it’s great fun for the whole family.
Saturday, February 16 - Sunday, February 24
is at the Quest Field Event Center, featuring 500 displays of home and garden products for guests. There will also be free seminars for those in attendance, as well as great decorating ideas.
Saturday, February 16- Monday, February 18
Check out the Seattle Center for which honors African American heritage through dance, music, and a marketplace.
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Seattle?
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