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It’s Friday, Seattle! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: World Cup fan zones, gold and silver’s comeback, and a Lunar New Year celebration + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Advancing the region’s visitor economy: Visit Seattle has appointed Marco Leal vice president of destination development, leading a new division to grow tourism, forge partnerships, and deepen community impact across Seattle and King County — get details on the new role.
Family fun by the water: Craving an escape between Seattle and Portland? Alder Lake Park near Eatonville offers swim spots and hiking, plus boat ramps, with a $10 car fee on weekends or holidays — see amenities and fees.
Global spotlight on Puget Sound: Pierce County leaders are preparing for World Cup crowds, eyeing nine fan zones and surge service on light rail, buses, and Sounder. Seattle will host six matches, Vancouver seven — see what’s planned regionwide.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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Treasure-hunting made easy: If your place needs soul, or you just like poking around old stuff, Seattle Antiques Market delivers a reliably fun browse with eclectic furniture, quirky signage, and surprises that feel more conversation-starter than clutter. A relaxed wander that often sends you home smiling.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🌿 Arboretum Lichens @ Washington Park Arboretum | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Grab your raincoat and head to the Washington Park Arboretum for a lichen look-see with Dr. Katherine Glew. Learn why those pretty patches are harmless, helpful, and low-key air-quality snitches, then enjoy late-winter greens, fresh air, and smug outdoor points.
🌱 Seed Share @ Jefferson Community Center | Saturday (3/7) at 10:30 AM – Bring your extra seeds, and grab something new at the season’s first seed share with Beacon Arts’ Beacon Hill Garden Club. It’s a relaxed drop-in with neighbors. Swap tips about slugs, soil, and coffee grounds, and snag free seeds and supplies while they last.
🧧 Lunar New Year Celebration 2026 @ Hing Hay Park ~ Chinatown | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Nothing beats ringing in the Year of the Horse with drums, dragons, and dumplings in the CID. Free and all-ages, this street party brings lion and dragon dances, martial arts, the Food Walk, and crafty vendors, so arrive hungry, leave luckier.
🤝 Indigenous Peoples Community Day @ Seattle Aquarium | Sunday (3/8) at 9:30 AM – Skip brunch lines for something better, as the Aquarium teams up with the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe for a day of Indigenous culture, storytelling, and demonstrations. Explore habitats and talk careers with staff. Open to Indigenous members and curious neighbors, your ticket unlocks all three buildings.
🎨 Paint Your Own Native Art Fish @ The House Studios | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Skip errands and paint a formline halibut on red cedar with Wéidaaká Yóodóohaa, a hands-on afternoon that feels like time well spent. Soak up cultural stories, enjoy included bites, and sip something refreshing, then leave with a cedar plank you actually want on your wall.
🍲 2nd Annual Seattle Sister Cities Soup Sampling @ National Nordic Museum | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – Seattle Sister Cities is ladling out the 2nd annual Soup Sampling at the National Nordic Museum, a cozy tour of broths from around the globe. Think Ballard vibes, steam on your glasses, and conversations warmer than your clam chowder.
🐟 Annual Salmon Dinner @ Ballard Elks Lodge #827 | Sunday (3/8) at 4:00 PM – Join the Ballard Elks for the annual Salmon Dinner, a local rite featuring salmon, chowder, and the fixings. It’s $30 for the works, it sells out, and bring cash for Emblem Club desserts, because saying no to dessert isn’t a hobby.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Seattle report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 51°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 89%
Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 51. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 48. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 54°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 60%
Rain likely. Cloudy, with a high near 54. South wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 48. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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