Summer
My Weekend of ‘Woo’ at Adult Summer Camp
The awkward and inspirational moments from Camp Souldust.
Along with about 60 co-ed adults ready for a grown-ups-only experience, I stole away in late April from the city’s hustle and headed to Camp Colman (on the Key Peninsula, not too far from Olympia) for three days and nights of wilderness, respite and self-improvement with Souldust, an organization that offers adult camps, workshops and…
Instagram Inspiration: Iced Drinks
Delicious cold drinks for sweltering summer days
The heat has truly arrived in the city, and let’s face it: when that happens, iced drinks are the only thing on our minds. And for good reason, because is it even summer if it doesn’t involve at least a few cups of cold brew? We think not. The forecast is predicting sunshine and sky-high…
14 To-Dos to Make the Most of Summer
Having an agenda can be a very good thing — like when it involves hammocks and outdoor games
This article originally appeared on Houzz.com. Making a summer want-to-do list is a great way to be sure you make time for everything you want to do before the season slips by. You can probably think of plenty of items to add to your list that involve outings, like spending the day at the beach,…
Instagram Inspiration: Summer Style
A new season means new threads
Well, it’s official: As of June 20, summer has arrived. In addition to updating your internal calendar (longer days) and spending more time outdoors, the heralding of summer means that you’re ready to hibernate those winter threads gathering dust in the closet and take your summer looks out for a romp. ‘Tis the season for sandals,…
Free Things to Do in Seattle This Summer: The Mega List
Budget-saving activities to do around the city
An exciting summer doesn’t have to involve breaking the bank. Whether you’re pinching pennies or just looking for low-key activities, we have your ultimate guide to free events this summer, a mega-list chock-full of music, food, art and movie events to keep you busy—and within budget. Free Museum Days: Frye Art Museum – Daily; Hours are…
6 Summer Festivals to Add to Your Calendar
Art! Food! Dragons?! Whatever it is, Seattle has a summer celebration for it
» July, with its warm weather and late sunsets, is the height of festival season in the Seattle area. While the major event remains Seafair, with its downtown Torchlight Parade on 7/30 and numerous neighborhood satellite events, the month is full of music and cultural celebrations. » The West Seattle Summer Fest, at the West…
Sunny Day Style Essentials
With warm weather here for the summer, grab your beach bag and hit the shore in style
Good Company Wares canvas tote bag ($80) at Nube, Capitol Hill, 1527 10th Ave.; 206.402.4515; nubegreen.com Developed by Seattle-based dermatologist Dr. Heather Rogers, Doctor Rogers Restore healing balm ($30) is free of petroleum, allergens, parabens and lanolin, and perfect for keeping chapped lips at bay. Available at doctorrogers.com Young Frankk tassel necklace ($96) and Civilianaire…
Center for Wooden Boats Launches Happy Hour
Monthly events offer the chance to enjoy cocktails, food and music on the docks at SLU
For 40 years, the Center for Wooden Boats (CWB) has been a gathering spot for boat enthusiasts and wannabe sailors—and starting June 9, it will also become a place to meet old friends and new for drinks. During CWB’s new happy hours, every second Thursday of the summer months, you can take in scenic views…
Cupcake Royale’s Summer Flavors are Back
Treat yourself with one of these limited-edition lovelies starting June 1
The many delights of a Seattle summer: iced coffee, long-awaited sunshine, strolls through beautiful parks and local sweet treats that take inspiration from summery ingredients. Case in point: Beloved local bakeshop Cupcake Royale is once again offering its summer berry cupcake flavors: lemon raspberry pavlova, strawberry 66, blackberry brown butter and blueberry brown betty. The…
Midsummer Fun: Where to Celebrate the Solstice in Seattle
Celebrate the high point of summer, Scandinavian style
To say the summer solstice is a big deal in Scandinavia is an understatement: In Sweden, for instance, the midsummer holiday comes second only to Christmas in terms of the scale of celebration. After a season of short, dark days, it’s little wonder those Nordic types break open the schnapps and toast the high point…
30 Perfect Summer Nights in Seattle
Your guide to the best summer nightlife, arts and outdoor entertainment our city has to offer.
When it comes to endless summer nights, Seattle has the bragging rights sewn up: Around here, sunlight lingers into end of day (we’ll have 16 hours of daylight on June 21!), making for long, languid evenings that seem to stretch on forever. Sure, our nights are seldom hot—some years, we just settle for dry—but the…
Cool the Kiddies Off at One of These Nifty Local Spraygrounds
Also in this month's Parental Guidance report: Pinata classes and a thrifty stylin' smocks.
WATERWAYSOur sunny summer days are precious—and so are the moments we spend cooling off from the heat. Sure, you can hit a lake or a pool, but why not mix it up? Consider these five “spraygrounds” for an afternoon of free fun. North Lynnwood Neighborhood ParkLynnwood, 18510 44th Ave. Wci.lynnwood.wa.us/parksLiquid assets: A submarine, a whale…