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Hi Seattle, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Benaroya Hall renovation, expanded World Cup watch parties, and Taste of Iceland + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Amplify campaign funds upgrades: Benaroya Hall will close for six weeks in July for a $20 million renovation, adding a welcome desk and more seating, then reopening in early September ahead of Symphony season — get all the renovation details.
Permanent upgrades in focus: Seattle26 expanded free access to World Cup watch parties, adding four fan zones in Seattle and a Unity Loop from SoDo to Seattle Center, with events planned in every district — see what’s planned and where.
Where land meets sea: Seattle will host Taste of Iceland March 19 to 21, marking 40 years with Sister City Reykjavik through Icelandic food, music, art, and an Icelandair prize wheel — get all the details.
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.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
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From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Pepper-bacon mood? Hit Red Mill Burgers for the classic Seattle spread: juicy, build-it-your-way burgers, that legendary pepper bacon, crisp onion rings, and thick old-fashioned shakes. When indecision hits, this longtime standby delivers straightforward, satisfying comfort without the fuss.
Roll with it indoors: When rain’s doing the most, Bellevue Indoor Skate Park hosts a weekly quad session filled with glide and good vibes. Toe stops get a workout, playlists hum, and old skills resurface as skaters take over the ramps. Consider it the nudge that turns “I should skate more” into motion.
A quick art reset: Seattle Art Museum keeps things fresh with rotating exhibitions, community programs, and a collection that jumps from global icons to Northwest gems. There’s always something new to discover downtown, whether you’re returning or catching it for the first time.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Seattle for grown ups
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🌧 Rain Gardens @ The Mountaineers, the Cascade Room | Thursday (3/5) at 7:00 PM – Seattle reality: the clouds are not taking a sabbatical, so learn to turn your yard into a stormwater sponge that helps basements and salmon. Plant ID workshop first, then a practical, RainWise-backed primer on rain gardens, in person at the Mountaineers, or on Zoom.
🌿 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.
🦀 All You Can Eat Crabfeed @ St Matthew Parish Seattle | Saturday (3/7) at 6:00 PM – Bring your appetite and a sturdy napkin for St. Matthew’s all-you-can-eat crabfeed, a beloved annual rite that funds the parish’s greatest needs. Pile on butter, swap stories with neighbors, then feel smug knowing your second plate counts as charity. Get tickets while the bibs last.
🎨 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.
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: 50°F – Low: 43°F – Precip: 76%
Rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 50. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 43. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 52°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 88%
Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 52. South wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. 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.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
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 outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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