Hi Seattle, we made it to Thursday! In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: The Salvador Dali plays, Danny Brown live, and American Football at Moore Theatre + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Plan for peak park crowds: Seattle Parks will roll out Summer of Safety citywide, with modified park hours, more staff and security, clearer signs, and overnight private security at Golden Gardens and Magnuson this summer -- read the full story.
Point-to-point trend accelerates: Delta launched its first nonstop from Sea-Tac to Barcelona this month, giving Seattle travelers a new option as Europe prepares new EES, ETIAS, and UK ETA travel checks -- get all the details.
New tenant fills vacancy: A familiar West Seattle boutique will move into the former Willow space at 4536 California SW, as Carmilia’s announced a new Alaska Junction shop that will open soon -- read the full announcement.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Panda-powered dessert fix: Puffy Pandy is a panda-themed spot serving cream puffys, macarons, tarts and ice cream with Asian-inspired flavors. Grab a mini cream puffy flight or boba tartlets, then bask in the cute vibes that somehow make weekday stress feel less... teeth-clenchy.
Smell-good reset alert: Need a little calm amid the chaos? Pumarosa Candles hand-pours 100% soy candles with cozy wood wicks, and you can even build your own scent in their Candle-Making Experience. Perfect for date night, roommate diplomacy, or that shelf you’ve been meaning to style since 2022.
Bowling, but extra: Roxbury Lanes is that rare Seattle two-fer, a no-frills bowling spot attached to a lively casino with an arcade and a grill doing surprisingly legit American and Asian comfort food. Rally your crew for league vibes or casual frames, then stick around when the poker buzz kicks up.
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05 — The event calendar Seattle for grown upsThe best events and nightlife experiences for adults this week. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎭 Framing Device: The Salvador Dali Plays @ The Auditorium | Thursday (5/14) at 7:30 PM – At The Auditorium, Dalí is leaving the wall and walking onto the stage. Six playwrights turn six iconic paintings into short, surreal plays, the kind where melted clocks get dialogue, your curiosity gets fed, and you get culture without the museum hush.
🎤 Gary Owen: No Hard Feelings Tour @ Moore Theatre | Thursday (5/14) at 8:00 PM – Gary Owen is taking over the Moore with punchy stand-up that leaves you laughing, not offended. It is 12-plus, no babies, no transfers or refunds, just sore cheeks, classic theater creak, and a bit of balcony cardio if you go upstairs.
🎻 Seattle Symphony @ Benaroya Hall | Friday (5/15) at 8:00 PM – Seattle Symphony is serving Regency-era romance with The Music of Jane Austen, all lush strings and candlelit vibes without the drafty manor. Swap your fleece for something vaguely waistcoated, sip something civilized, and let the orchestra handle the smolder while you handle the tasteful gossip.
🌸 Flower Power Bingo @ West Seattle Golf Course | Saturday (5/16) at 6:30 PM – Bingo, but make it groovy. Join Ms. Sylvia O'Stayformore and the West Seattle Rotary at the Golf Club for rainbow bingo benefiting the Rotary Service Foundation, with hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, a 50/50 raffle, and a solid excuse to dust off those bell bottoms.
🎶 Ben and more @ The Triple Door | Saturday (5/16) at 7:30 PM – Triple Door nights mean cozy booths, strong cocktails, and a stage that believes in melody. Ben joins LeRoy Bell & His Only Friends for smooth pop-soul with a rock backbone, award-winning players, and the kind of groove your knees will thank you for.
💃 West Coast Swing Workshops and Social Dance @ Seattle Swing Dance Club | Sunday (5/17) at 2:00 PM – West Coast Swing tune-up with local all-stars Soleman and Angela. Stick around as DJ Soleman keeps the floor moving for a social, come early for open practice, bring a newbie for the free beginner class, and call it cardio with rhythm.
🎭 Sound Theatre Company’s 20th Anniversary Gala @ The Armory at Seattle Center | Sunday (5/17) at 4:00 PM – Sound Theatre turns 20 with a Y2K birthday bash, twenty-dollar tickets, and full permission to wear whatever you rocked at 20, any decade welcome. Expect sundaes, photo magnets, cupcakes, live poetry, performances, a spirited auction, karaoke, a sensory lounge, and a family-friendly vibe. Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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06 — The Seattle report Weather forecastToday — High: 62°F — Low: 48°F — Precip: 39%
A chance of rain after 5pm. Partly sunny. High near 62, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 8 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of rain before 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. South southwest wind 7 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tomorrow — High: 57°F — Low: 45°F — Precip: 50%
Rain likely after 11am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 57. South southwest wind 7 to 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. This house is wildElevated luxury crowns Queen Anne in this 3-story modern with floor-to-ceiling glass and sweeping Space Needle, skyline, and Puget Sound views from every level. An entertainer's Sub-Zero and Wolf kitchen leads to a rooftop with BBQ, fridge, fireplace, and hot tub wiring. Extras include theater, smart home tech, wine cellar, solar, EV chargers, and a PNW Japanese garden.
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