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The Seattle Scottish Highland Games Association was formed back in 1947. A local group of Scots wanted to create a group whose mission included “keeping their ethnic origin alive as well as stimulating an interest in Scottish Highland Games through Scottish dancing, piping, drumming and athletic competition.” What Are The Scottish Highland Games? Traditionally in...
What is hot pot, you may ask? A wholesome meal with a soup base and dipping ingredients (meat and vegetables.) It is a comfort food worth trying, especially during the fall and winter months when it’s cold and rainy here in the Pacific Northwest. Hot pot originated in China – making it a fan favorite...
Learn all about the incredible experience of having a play date with a shelter animal and get involved in all the community activities!
Silent Book Club — a truly perfect concept that accommodates every reader’s pace, genre interest, and personality type.
The Pacific Northwest has a high concentration of botanical gardens. Maybe it’s due to a culturally embedded fondness for nature. Or perhaps it’s because the environment is a perfect canvas for growing things; cozied up between two mountain ranges and never far from water, western Washingtonians have the benefit of being able to grow a...
There’s a stunning new venue in Seattle, brimming with vibrant plants, cacti, fruiting trees, and the dreamiest light. Naturally, it’s called The Seattle Greenhouse. Here, you can schedule a truly unique experience — whether it be a photoshoot (think: engagement/wedding photos, family portraits, lifestyle shoot for business owners), indoor picnic, portrait painting session, or even...
Spending a day in Franklin Ghost Town – Black Diamond, Washington will have you soaking up the sun, hiking to incredible views, learning about the history of the area, getting a workout in and give you the break you need to keep you going. It is the perfect day for nearly anyone. Families? Yes! Partners?...
Neko Cat Cafe is home to some of the cutest cats in Washington State (besides my own fur babies Luna and Cosmo, of course) and is full of good vibes, playful adorable felines, yummy drinks and delicious desserts. My wife and I recently visited their Seattle location which is right in our neighborhood of Capitol...
Seattle is stereotypically associated with its rainy weather, tech companies such as Amazon, being the birthplace of grunge music, and having some of the loudest football fans in the country. But perhaps The Emerald City is most symbolically known as a place that really loves coffee. Being the birthplace of Starbucks definitely deserves a significant...
Editor’s Note (April 2026): Since this article was written, Michou Deli, Pecos Pit BBQ, and Blazing Bagels have all permanently closed. Maiz and Paseo remain open. We are working on updated Seattle lunch recommendations. “What are you in the mood to eat for lunch?” Seattle’s stretch from Pike Place Market down to SoDo is one...
Bookstores in seattle Seattle is full of interesting independent bookstores that showcase the quirkiness and unique character of the Emerald City. These bookstores are a perfect place to wander around (especially on a rainy day) and discover a new exciting literary adventure to expand your mind and let your imagination soar. Here’s 10 of my...
My daughter and I love to get outside and explore, no matter the weather. But there’s something to be said for an indoor day of fun — especially during the winter (or during the West Coast’s new ‘smoke season’.) MOHAI, Seattle’s Museum of History and Industry, is a fun and interactive learning destination for kids...
