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Happy weekend, Seattle!
In today’s happening-today edition: Women composers concert, Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, Balkan Night Northwest 2026, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
An evening of musical firsts: West Seattle Community Orchestras celebrate women composers with a free concert today at Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium, conducted by Justin Murray and featuring a debut performance — get all the concert details.
Spring demand poised to rise: Mortgage rates dipped below 6% recently, and Zillow says home affordability jumped 10% year over year. A median-income U.S. household can afford $331,483, setting up a busier Seattle spring market — see what’s driving affordability.
Support secured despite budget omission: Senator Patty Murray secured $8.4 million to help Seattle manage World Cup transportation needs, part of over $100 million nationwide. The funding became law on February 3, 2026 — learn how the funding happened.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Make your voice greener: Washington Conservation Action turns Seattle-style eco-intentions into real policy change, mobilizing neighbors for environmental justice across Washington and making it simple to stay on top of alerts and community advocacy. Even five minutes for the planet can deliver quiet satisfaction.
\\Backyard glow-up, anyone? If your deck wobbles more than it wows, People Come First Construction Group crafts outdoor living spaces, from underdeck ceilings and patio covers to railings and full decks. Make Seattle drizzle feel like a feature, with comfort that stands up to the weather.
Quick round, big grin: Tucked into North Seattle’s Mineral Springs Park, Mineral Springs Disc Golf Course is a compact, tree-lined loop that rewards clean lines and mellow focus. Sneak in a post-work spin with friends, keep it local, and chase a few birdies without leaving the neighborhood.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🔬 STEM Adventures @ Kiddie Academy of Seattle at Greenwood | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Rainy-day energy calls for hands-on STEM your kid can do somewhere that isn’t your dining table. Kiddie Academy of Seattle at Greenwood is hosting a free, interactive science and tech play session that sparks curiosity and confidence, and you just RSVP online to snag a spot.
🍀 55th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade @ Alaskan Way | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Seattle’s 55th St. Patrick’s Day Parade is stepping off from a new waterfront start on Alaskan Way, then rolling to Irish Fest at the Armory. March with Vox Hiberniae, wear something green, and show off that disciplined parade wave, Galway-level craic, zero Fourth Avenue confusion.
🦇 The Gothic Market @ Seattle Center | 301 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109, USA | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – A folklore-flavored Gothic market is taking over Seattle Center with crystals, candles, plush bats, witchy scents, and handmade curios. Expect nods to Sabrina, classic monsters, and AHS, plus vendors who actually know their craft. Wear velvet, lace, or your sensible black fleece, no judgment.
💃 Balkan Night Northwest 2026 @ St. Demetrios Greek Festival | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Whether you can pronounce çiftetelli or just like a good beat, this is Seattle’s Balkan blowout, Mardi Gras style. Three stages, nonstop dancing, Albanian legends Merita Halili and Raif Hyseni, and food and drink to keep your knees agreeable. No partner, all ages, zero pretense.
🏃 Daybreak Star Community 5K Run & Walk @ Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center | Sunday (3/15) at 9:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting to trade brunch for fresh air, this free 5K on the Daybreak Star trails is it. Run if you must, walk if you’re wise, enjoy Discovery Park views, community vibes, and a guilt-free afternoon, third Sundays at the Powwow Grounds.
🍳 La Cocina Cooking Class @ El Centro de la Raza | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – If your pantry’s full of cans and good intentions, have Chef Garzón (@bad-chancla) turn them into rice, guisada beans, picadillo, and salsa criolla at El Centro de la Raza. Tools provided, quick pickling included, meal shared, and your ticket feeds our elders. $65, limited spots.
🖌 Sumi Ink Class @ Fogue Studios & Gallery | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – Dive into sumi ink with artist Carol Ross, on an 8×8 clayboard you can ink, scratch back, and actually fix. Materials provided, beginners and veterans welcome, and you will finally make peace with black, grey, and white. No art-store scavenger hunt, just show up.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Seattle report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 45°F – Low: 33°F – Precip: 28%
A chance of rain and snow before 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 45. West northwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. East wind around 6 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 46°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 86%
Rain and snow after 11am. Cloudy, with a high near 46. Southeast wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 42. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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