Design Dish

Seattleites are known for our durability: We won’t let a little liquid sunshine stop us from enjoying one of the last weekends of the summer.

CELEBRATE
Olympic Sculpture Park, August 27
Experience art, performances, artist talks, dancing and more at this late-night “creative explosion” at Seattle Art Museum’s Olympic Sculpture Park (620 Market St., Kirkland). 8 p.m.–midnight. Admission is $12 for SAM members; $15 for nonmembers; first 50 in neon get in free. (206) 332-1377.

LISTEN
Crowded House, August 28
Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Summer Concert Series continues with Crowded House, playing on the winery lawn at 7 p.m. Tickets are $53.15–$74.40. (425) 488-1133.

HUNT
Art in the Garden, August 28–29
Bellevue Botanical Garden (12001 Main St., Bellevue) hosts Art in the Garden, featuring sculpture and garden art by 20 Northwest artists, a treasure hunt and prize drawing, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Admission is free; a percentage of sales supports Garden projects. (425) 452-2750.

SAVE
Simplicity Décor, August 28–September 6
Simplicity Décor’s Annual Change of Season Sale benefits customers as the staff moves out inventory to make room for new Fall and Holiday Season products. 126 Park Lane, Kirkland, (425) 803-0386.

GARDEN
The Odd Plant Show and Sale, August 28–29
What’s the point of cactus?  Find out with the Cascade Cactus and Succulent Society at The Odd Plant Show and Sale (TOPSS) at  Sky Nursery (18528 Aurora Ave. N. Shoreline). (206) 546-4851.
—Giselle Smith

The weekend is upon us and, while the weather is not as beautiful as it was last weekend, there are plenty of events to keep you busy!

LEARN
Kirkland Arts Center, August 20 & 21
The Decemberists’ illustrator-in-residence, Portland-based artist Carson Ellis presents a free public lecture at Kirkland Arts Center (620 Market St., Kirkland) on Friday, August 20. Admission is free. (425) 822-7161.

TASTE
TomatoFare West, August 22
The TomatoFare West festival at Seattle’s Cedarbrook Lodge includes heirloom tomato dishes prepared by chefs such as Christine Keff, Jason Wilson and Bobby Moore, tastings from local breweries and sustainable wineries, and live music performances. Tickets are $20 in advance, or $25 on day of event.

An Incredible Feast, August 22
Enjoy more than 30 gourmet dishes, wines and beer from local farmers, ranchers, fishers and foragers. In the interest of sustainability, guests are encouraged to bring their own plate and fork to use during the event. All proceeds support the Good Farmer Fund. Tickets are $75–$80.

GARDEN
Emery’s Garden Summer Sale, August 20–22
Save 40 percent on all trees and shrubs, and 30 percent on containers, at Emery’s Garden (2829 164th St. S.W., Lynnwood, 425-743-4555) through Sunday, August 22.

Eastside Fuschia Society Plant Show and Sale, August 21 & 22
Stop by Bellevue Botanical Garden (12001 Main St., Bellevue, 425-452-2750) for a great selection of plants from gardeners on the Eastside.
—Giselle Smith

Rumor has it that our long lost friend, summer, is planning to make an appearance in Seattle this weekend. Here are some suggestions for how to welcome her back—and encourage her to stay for a while.

PARTY
South Lake Union Block Party, August 13
Local restaurants, the Cascade Farmers Market, a wine-tasting and beer garden and a movie under the stars are just some of the events planned for this sixth annual event. The party starts on the lawn outside the South Lake Union Discovery Center (Denny Way and Westlake Ave. N.), noon–11 p.m. Party admission is free; food sampling tickets are $1 each. (206) 342-5900.

SHOP
Jane Piper Reid & Co. Courtyard Sale, through September 2
Antiques and accessories are 50 percent off retail prices at Jane Piper Reid & Co. (835 S. Fidalgo St.) through September 2. Showroom is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Tuesdays until 7 p.m. (206) 621-9290.

HOWL
Wolf Haven Howl-In, August 14
Wolf Haven International is holding a Saturday night Howl-Ins through August. Live music, arts and crafts, scavenger hunts and a howling contest make this a fun family activity. 311 Offut Lake Road, Tenino. (800) 448-WOLF.

TASTE
Summer Barbecue with Maximus / Minimus, August 15
Join Elsom Cellars and its Woodinville neighbors, Isenhower Cellars and Celaeno Winery host a summer BBQ event featuring pulled-pork sandwiches from Maximus / Minimus’ giant pig catering truck, 2:30–4:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 or $10 for Elsom Wine Club members. (425) 298-3082.

WATCH
Ruined, August 13–15
If you haven’t yet seen Intiman Theatre’s production of Lynn Nottage’s powerful, Pulitzer Prize–winning Ruined, don’t miss your last chances to do so this weekend (evening performances, Friday and Saturday, matinees Saturday and Sunday). U.S. Congressman Jim McDermott will speak about his personal experience with and interest in African issues following the final performance of Ruined on Sunday, August 15, at 2 pm.. Tickets are $25–$65. (206) 269-1900.

GreenStage, August 13 & 14
It’s also the final summer 2010 weekend for GreenStage, Seattle’s Shakespeare in the Park Company. Scheduled performances are Romeo and Juliet, Friday at Redmond City Hall and Saturday at Volunteer Park, and As You Like It, Friday and Saturday at Volunteer Park. Admission is free. (206) 748-1551.

DRESS UP
Hats and Heels, August 13
Emerald Downs resurrects the tradition of dressing up for an evening at the races with a ladies-only shopping event. Hats and Heels: A Shopping Event and Night at the Races benefiting the Children’s Therapy Center begins at 5 p.m. in the Emerald Room at Emerald Downs (2300 Emerald Downs Dr., Auburn). Tickets are $30 and include admission to the track, access to the shopping event, hors d’oeuvres, a glass of wine, a racing program and tip sheet. (253) 288-7700.

DIG
Fall and Winter Gardening, August 14
Despite the warm weather, it’s time to get your garden ready for winter. Seattle Tilth gardeners teach how to start seeds and keep your garden producing into the fall. Classes are held at the Seattle Tilth Learning Garden at the Good Shepherd Center (4649 Sunnyside Ave. N.) Registration is $18, or $15 for Seattle Tilth members.
—Giselle Smith

This weekend gear up for some high-speed Seafair fun, enjoy several outdoor music events (we’ll keep our fingers crossed on the weather) and celebrate a big win for a local chef by stopping by her Wallingford restaurant.

DO
Seafair events, August 6–8
There are a lot of Seafair-related happenings this weekend, but the most well known (and possibly most exciting) are the Blue Angels air show and the hydroplane races. Watch as the hydroplanes race across Lake Washington at speeds of up to 200 mph, and the U.S. Navy Blue Angels perform their breathtaking aeronautical feats.

Lake City Pioneer Days, August 6 & 7
A Seafair-sponsored event, the Lake City Pioneer Days festival includes a salmon bake, parade, kids activities, a pizza eating contest and 100 vendor booths.

Magnolia SummerFest and Art Show, August 6 & 7
Join the residents of Magnolia for SummerFest, an annual celebration of summer, local artists, music, food and the largest children’s parade in Seattle.

Strengthening Local Economics Everywhere Dinner, August 7
A cocktail hour, dinner, silent auction and dancing, all for a great cause! Hosted by Community Alliance for Global Justice, this event focuses on raising awareness about current social, economic and environmental justice issues.

Royal Argosy Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise, August 8
Enjoy an evening of gourmet food, a fabulous cruise and murder mystery mayhem!

GreenStage presents Romeo and Juliet and As You Like it, August 7 & 8
Join fellow Shakespeare lovers at Magnuson park for free performances of two of the acclaimed playwrights most famous works.

LISTEN
Beacon Rocks!, August 8
Gear up for another afternoon of music on Beacon Hill. Join neighbors and friends for free, live, family-friendly music and dancing.

Bellevue Botanical Society presents Music in the Garden, August 7
Pack a picnic dinner and join the Bellevue Botanical Society for a free live jazz concert.

EAT
Monsoon and Monsoon East Crab Feast
Every Sunday (and Monday) in August, head to either the Seattle or Bellevue location of Monsoon and get a whole, two-pound Dungeness Saigon pepper crab for $28. Add any (yes, any!) bottle of wine on the menu at a 30 percent discount. Talk about a feast.

Tilth
A local culinary celebrity has hit the big time. We’re sending out a huge congratulations to Maria Hines of Tilth, as she recently competed on—and won—Food Network’s Iron Chef America. The food at Tilth is organic and locally sourced, and aside from her Iron Chef-win, Hines also has a James Beard Award. We can’t think of a reason not to go to Tilth.

SHOP
Inform Interiors Summer Sale, now through August 27
Enjoy 25 percent off all Poliform orders placed between now and August 27.

Magnolia Village Sidewalk Sale, August 6 & 7
Coinciding with the SummerFest celebration, the merchants of Magnolia will hold their annual sidewalk sale this weekend.

Emery’s Garden Summer Sale, now through August 22
Add more green to your garden at Emery’s Garden Summer Sale, when all trees and shrubs are 40 percent off.
—Rachel Gallaher

Seattle’s summer of 2010 will be one to remember—but not necessarily for all of the right reasons. (The weekend’s forecast is for some sun, but also some clouds and even a chance of precipitation … But that could change.) As July transitions into August this weekend, check out some of these events to make your summer memorable, no matter what the weather.

TASTE
Chatter Creek winery, July 31
Chatter Creek’s late summer release features the newest vintages of two blends: Chatterneuf-du-Pape and Blend 105. The winery (18658 142nd Avenue NE, Woodinville, 425-485-3864) is open to the public for a release party, noon–4 p.m.

Fonte Café and Wine Bar, August 1
Fonte celebrates its first birthday with a series of $1 deals for customers in August. For a week, beginning August 1, the café doles out $1 scoops of F2 Gelato, made with the café’s signature blend F2 coffee. 1321 First Ave., (206) 777-6193.

WATCH
Fremont Outdoor Movies, July 31
This week’s outdoor movie at Fremont Studios (3501 Phinney Ave. N.) is “Metropolis,” with live musical accompaniment. $5 suggested donation.

Carillon Point Outdoor Movies, July 31
“Monsters vs. Aliens” screens at Carillon Point Plaza
(4100 Carillon Point, Kirkland). $5 donation for Hopelink.


RACE
Michelob ULTRA Torchlight Run at Seafair, July 31
Seattle’s original road race features a new 5K and 8K course. The new route start on South Lake Union (at 6:30 p.m.), follows the parade route on Fourth Avenue, hits the viaduct and returns to the Naval Reserve Station on South Lake Union. Both races will be televised live on KIRO TV. (206) 728-0123

SEE
Alaska Airlines Torchlight Parade at Seafair, July 31
The 61^st annual Seafair Torchlight Parade begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Space Needle and travels along Fourth Avenue 2.5 miles to Qwest Field.

RIDE
Bicycle Sundays, August 1
The City of Seattle closes Lake Washington Boulevard from Mount Baker Beach south to Seward Park to motor vehicle traffic and devotes it exclusively to bicycles, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

SAY HELLO
Pista Sa Nayon, August 1
This event at the Seward Park Amphitheater (5898 Lake Washington Blvd. S., 9 a.m.–8 p.m.) showcases the best of being Filipino and offers activities for all ages: food, arts and crafts, live entertainment, basketball tournament and children’s games.

WAVE GOODBYE
The Last Sip in Belltown, July 31
Seattle wine bar The Local Vine (2520 Second Ave.) closes its original Belltown location with a party, 7 p.m.–2 a.m. (In September, The Local Vine will reopen in the Trace Lofts building on Capitol Hill.)
—Giselle Smith

Every city has its characteristics. Here in Seattle, we are known for our love of (OK, addiction to) coffee, our go-green mentality and our lack of a great natural tan. However, those who live here know that along with those triple Americanos running through our veins, the denizens of this city have a strong sense of altruism and community involvement. This weekend, aside from music and arts, there are some great benefits and fundraisers happening, providing us with the perfect opportunity to help out, have fun and give back.

SUPPORT
Sip & Shop Seattle, July 24
Support both established and up-and-coming local designers at the second annual Sip & Shop Seattle event. Enjoy music, appetizers and cocktails while browsing one-of-a-kind items such as clothing, jewelry and more

GreenNote, July 24
GreenNote is a celebration of sustainable music and culture. The concert features singer-songwriter Amos Lee, and all music will be acoustic in order to cut back on electrical needs. Food vendors are required to include sustainable or vegetarian options on their menus, and all utensils and food containers are compostable, helping to create as little waste as possible. Best of all, 100 percent of the proceeds will go to beneficiaries such as the Sierra Club. Party with a purpose? Sounds great to us!

ALS Doubleday Bike Ride, July 24 & 25
Join other riders this weekend to help raise money for ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis or Lou Gehrig’s disease) research. The two-day ride consists of a 42-mile loop ridden each day. Registration fee includes meals and an overnight campsite.

Golf Fore Red 2010, July 24
Support the American Heart Association and help raise money for the Go Red For Women campaign at the third annual Golf Fore Red Gold Tournament.

Swedish SummeRun, July 25
Lace up your sneakers and run or walk to help in the fight to end ovarian cancer! This family-friendly event includes a 5K walk and a 10K run through the Capitol Hill and First Hill neighborhoods. All proceeds from the event go to the Marsha Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer.

DO
Capitol Hill Block Party, July 23–25
Join other music lovers for this three-day music event, which features four stages and more than 60 local and national bands.

Bellevue Arts Museum artsfair, July 23–25
A celebration of community art, the artsfair features 325 artists showing everything from painting and home décor to jewelry. All proceeds from every purchase go directly to the artist. Also, enjoy an arts demonstration stage and a chalk activity area for kids.

Bellevue Festival of the Arts, July 23–25
In addition to the Bellevue Arts Museum artsfair, this weekend marks the 26th annual Bellevue Festival of the Arts. Located in the Cost Plus World Market lot, the Festival of Arts is a juried arts and crafts show featuring 180 inspiring artists.

Alki Art Fair, July 24 & 25
The Alki Art Fair is a fundraiser providing scholarships to students of all ages for art classes offered through the Alki Community Center and Alki Bathhouse Art Studio. All vendors are required to sell only handmade, original art, guaranteeing one-of-a-kind finds for all who attend.

Pike Place Market Fruit Festival, July 25
Enjoy the best of this season’s locally grown fruits and veggies, as well as live entertainment. Watch as local market chefs compete in an Iron Chef-style competition with 20 minutes and $25 dollars to purchase ingredients, followed by 45 minutes to prepare their dish.

EAT
Matt’s Rotisserie and Oyster Lounge
Finish up the weekend with half price bottles of wine, Sundays at this Redmond eatery.

Café Flora
Café Flora offers a four-course Atrium Garden Prix Fixe menu, Friday and Saturday nights. The menu features local, organic and vegetarian items. Menu changes weekly.

SHOP
Seattle Fabrics Outdoor Fabric Sale
Do you have an outdoor chair that looks a little weathered? This is the perfect time to spruce up your outdoor furniture! Head over to Seattle Fabrics’ Outdoor Fabric Sale, where you will save up to 55 percent on select outdoor fabrics and accessories.

Williams-Sonoma Summer Sale
Get ready for guests, pick up some barbeque essentials or just treat yourself to something fun for summer. The Williams-Sonoma Summer Sale is happening now, with discounts on kitchen tools, linens, dishes, gifts and more.

Area 51 Summer Sale, now through August 15
Save 20 percent on all Gus Modern Essential upholstered products at Area 51.
—Rachel Gallaher

Summer is flying by, and between community events, family vacations, neighborhood BBQs and work, we hardly have a moment to breathe! We know weekend schedules fill up quickly around this time of year, but if you’re looking for something to fill in a few extra hours this weekend, check out these local happenings.

Plus, send us a picture of yourself at a local event and it could appear on next week’s Weekend Guide. E-mail pictures, your name and your contact information to designdish@gmail.com.

TOUR
Rainier Valley Sustainable Garden Tour, July 17
Visit both public and private gardens in Rainier Valley. The tour focuses on sustainable gardening practices. Workshops include seminars about raising urban chickens and goats, bee and shade gardening and how to grow edible, organic plants.

Snohomish County Master Gardener Garden Tour, July 17
Tour 15 gardens in Snohomish County with members of the Snohomish County Master Gardner Foundation. This year’s theme is “Gardens for all Seasons.”

West Seattle Garden Tour, July 18
Explore some fabulous gardens in West Seattle, including a bird lover’s backyard and a surprisingly harmonious “His and Hers” garden, the result of a husband and wife who each wanted their own space to landscape. Enjoy lunch and a lecture with local gardening expert Willi Galloway.

Sequim Lavender Festival, July 16–18
Just a ferry ride away is Sequim, the self-proclaimed Lavender Capitol of North America. This weekend is the 14th annual Lavender Festival. Visitors can tour farms, browse more than 150 booths at the street fair and enjoy scheduled concerts.

Seattle Architecture Foundation Seattle’s Herstory Tour, July 18
Seattle Architecture Foundation teams up with the Museum of History and Industry for this tour, celebrating a century of woman’s suffrage. Explore Pioneer Square and learn about Seattle’s early role in the women’s rights campaign.

EAT
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Recently opened in downtown Seattle, Sullivan’s Steakhouse offers the ambience of a 1940s Chicago-style steakhouse. The menu features steak, seafood and martinis, and guests can enjoy live jazz as they dine.

Bite of Seattle, July 16–18
Bring your appetite to this local foodie favorite at Seattle Center. Choose items from more than 60 Seattle-area restaurants, and enjoy this year’s “Just a Bite” attraction, which offers smaller portions at lower prices. Also, enjoy live music and entertainment from more than 150 acts.

SHOP
BoConcept Summer Sale
This Saturday is the kickoff of BoCocept’s Summer Sale. Save up to 60 percent on floor models, and enjoy an extra 10 percent off for one day only (July 17) if you are a first-time newsletter subscriber.

Roche Bobois Semi-Annual Clearance Sale
Shop for contemporary, European-influenced furniture at the semi-annual Roche-Bobois clearance sale.

DO
Best of Magnuson Park, July 17 & 18
This weekend, break out the vuvuzelas and head to Magnuson Park for the Intercontinental Cup Soccer Tournament, featuring six local pick-up squads. Take a break from the matches and head over to Hanger 30, where the Northwest Art Alliance hosts a juried art fair.

Wedgwood Art Festival, July 17
For one day only, join the Wedgwood neighborhood in celebrating jewelers, painters, potters, photographers and other local artists in the fifth annual Wedgwood Art Fair. Enjoy live jazz, pop, hip-hop and swing music, and take the kids to enjoy a live pirate-themed puppet show.
—Rachel Gallaher

This weekend we are celebrating all things summer! There are so many fun and fabulous events going on, we can’t decide which to choose. So slather on the sunscreen, stay extra hydrated and check out the festive happenings in your neighborhood.

EAT
Seattle Lights Out Dining Event, July 10
Enjoy a unique dining experience at eight local restaurants celebrating sustainable dining. Restaurants offer a three-course sustainable meal set to candlelight and live music. See website for participating restaurants.

Ballard Seafood Fest, July 10–11
Set in the heart of Ballard, the 36th annual Seafood Fest offers live music, arts and crafts vendors and, well, seafood. Lots and lots of seafood. Grab a plate of alder-smoked salmon and a locally brewed beer from Maritime Pacific Brewing Company, then head over to watch the ever-popular Lutefisk Eating Contest.

Seattle Luxury Chocolate Salon, July 11
Chocolate lovers, rejoice! The Seattle Luxury Chocolate Salon is an event just for you. Chocolate vendors from around North America gather at the Bell Harbor Conference Center to showcase their goods. Tickets include all chocolate and confection tastings, as well as access to live demos.

TOUR
Bainbridge In Bloom, July 9–11
Get outside and enjoy beautiful gardens at the 22nd annual Bainbridge In Bloom garden tour. Proceeds benefit the Bainbridge Island Arts and Humanities Council. Patrons can also choose to Bike the Bloom, a self-guided bike tour to each of the featured gardens.

City Chickens Coop Tour, July 11
Backyard livestock has become a popular trend in the greater Seattle area. If you’ve been thinking about joining the chicken bandwagon, or already have a coop of your own, this is a great time to check out the city chicken scene. Seattle Tilth hosts this self-guided tour.

Georgetown Annual Arts and Garden Tour, July 11
Presented by the Georgetown Community Council, this arts fair draws about 3,000 people each year to enjoy local art studios, creatively designed gardens, live music and a neighborhood BBQ.

West Seattle Edible Garden Tour, July 10
Learn all about growing your own groceries at the third annual West Seattle Edible Garden Tour. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and get information about starting your own edible garden. Demos are held every hour and the seed marketplace can help get you started on your own garden.

CELEBRATE
Redmond Derby Days, July 9–11
The city of Redmond welcomes summer with its 70th annual Derby Days celebration. This event is chock full of entertainment, including free concerts, bike races, food, kids activities, a parade, carnival and even closing day fireworks.

West Seattle Summer Fest, July 9–11
What happens when they close off West Seattle Junction? A party in the streets, otherwise known as West Seattle Summer Fest. This family-friendly, community-oriented festival showcases the best of West Seattle from music to food, as well as arts and crafts from local vendors.

Green Lake Milk Carton Derby, July 10
A local Seattle favorite for more than 30 years, the Green Lake Milk Carton Derby is a day full of laughs, entertainment and stiff competition. Watch as contestants battle it out in six categories including Racing, Showboat and Family.

Mercer Island Summer Celebration!, July 10–11
The theme for this year’s celebration is “Through the Decades.” The island is celebrating its 50th birthday, and this event is a party to remember. Grab a partner and sign up for the tennis tournament, break out your classic ride for the car show and don’t miss the grand parade.

Crown of Queen Anne Fun Run and Kids Parade, July 10
Queen Anne Days kicks off with a 3.3-mile fun run/walk this Saturday. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city and Puget Sound as you travel the course circling the top of the hill. The fun run is followed by the Children’s Parade, where all are encouraged to dress up and participate.

Chinatown-International District Summer Fest, July 10–11
Join this lively celebration as local drill teams, martial artists, musicians and other unique performers showcase their talents. Think you can sing? Put your voice to the test at the eighth annual Karaoke Idol Competition.

Beacon Rocks!, July 11
This Sunday will mark the second event in this series of free, local live music performances on Beacon Hill. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy some family-friendly music and spend time with neighbors from the Beacon Hill community.
—Rachel Gallaher

The Fourth of July is all about food, friends and fun. Oh, and don’t forget the fireworks! Start up the grill, gather up your loved ones and celebrate all things American on this long, holiday weekend.

CELEBRATE
Independence Day, July 4
No matter where you are in the Puget Sound area this Sunday, fireworks are guaranteed. Thanks to many generous donations, the Seattle Family Fourth fireworks display will go on, and on the Eastside, Bellevue and Kirkland both have daytime activities such as parades and picnics, and of course, fireworks. Elsewhere around the Sound various communities have holiday events and celebrations planned, including BBQs, live music, children’s activities and more.

SIP
Seattle International Beerfest, July 3 & 4
Join Seattle beer lovers at the Seattle Center Mural Amphitheatre this weekend for the Seattle International Beerfest. SIB features more than 130 beers from around the world, live music, food and free pub games.

EAT
Chloé
A delightful new bistro in the Laurelhurst area, Chloé features decidedly French offerings such as escargots, onion soup and five different types of oysters.

SHOP
Crate and Barrel Summer Sale
Embrace the changing season, and bring some new life into your home décor. The Crate and Barrel Summer Sale features markdowns on hundreds of items including furniture floor samples, bedding and linens, kitchen items, decorating accessories and more.

Velocity Art and Design Kartell Sale, now through July 18
Add some modern whimsy to your home with a piece from Kartell. At Velocity Art and Design’s Kartell sale, enjoy 20 percent off all items from this company.

LISTEN
Summer Concerts at the Locks, July 3 & 4
Enjoy free music at the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks in Ballard. The 2010 Summer Concert Series showcases free music every weekend. This weekend, enjoy live jazz music on Saturday, and on Sunday, the Seattle Civic Band plays patriotic marching tunes.

DO
2010 Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival, July 3 & 4
The theme of this year’s festival is heritage wooden boats. Explore classic wooden vessels from around the area, take a trip on Lake Union in one of the boats and relax in a family-friendly festival atmosphere.
—Rachel Gallaher

It’s going to be a beautiful weekend in the neighborhood, and we hope that you’re able to take full advantage of Seattle’s summer weather. Have fun out there!

CELEBRATE
Artopia, June 26
Enjoy live music, local art, eclectic performances and beer tastings at Artopia in Georgetown, sponsored by Seattle Weekly.

Seattle Pride Parade, June 27
Expect plenty of fun floats and costumes at the “Over the Rainbow” Seattle Pride Parade. The parade starts at 11 a.m. at the corner of Union St. and Fourth Ave.

SIP
The Triple Sip, June 26
Enjoy world-class food, wine and live music at The Triple Door for the fifth annual Triple Sip event. Tickets are $125 and cover dinner, tastings and concerts.

TOUR
North Seattle Garden Tour, June 26
Tour seven private gardens in Ravenna, Windermere, Sandpoint and Inverness from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds benefit Seattle Milk Fund, an organization that supports families by providing education, childcare and other basic needs. Tickets are $25 and $10 for children 10 and younger.

Spaces for Urban Living: Downtown Home Tour, June 27
Take a self-guided walking tour of urban homes in downtown Seattle. Proceeds benefits The Market Foundation’s human service agencies. Tickets are $25 if you purchase before 5 p.m. today and $30 the day of the event.

SHOP
Emery’s Garden Pink Flamingo Sale, through July 4
Receive 30 percent off annuals, perennials, trees, houseplants, garden supplies, statuary, containers and vegetable starts at Emery’s Garden Pink Flamingo Sale.

Rosanna Bowles at Common Folk Co., June 26
Stop by Common Folk on Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. to meet dishware designer Rosanna Bowles, who will be signing copies of her new book Coming Home: A Seasonal Guide to Creating Family Traditions, and to shop for home and garden items.

RUN/WALK
Seattle Brain Cancer Walk, June 26
Help find a cure for brain cancer at the third annual Seattle Brain Cancer Walk. The money raised helps fund clinical trials, research and care for brain cancer patients.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Seattle Marathon, June 26
Cheer on participants in the Rock ‘n’ Roll Seattle Marathon, which benefits the American Cancer Society.