COMING UP
Pacific Science Center Offers New Experiences for Curious Minds
Seattle, Wa. The Pacific Science Center continues to connect with the Seattle-are community by hosting in-person science camps for kids K-8. COVID-19 adaptations include limiting the number of kids in the classroom as well as maintaining social distancing. The...
Northwest Screenwriters Guild Takes Weekly Analysis Meetup Online
Seattle, Wa. The Northwest Screenwriters Guild has moved its weekly scene analysis meetup to online only. This due to COVID-19 and its deterrent to be in large groups. Screenwriters used to sit side-by-side (above) but now instead of meeting in person at College Inn...
Seattle Art Museum Creates Innovative Ways to Showcase New Exhibits
Seattle, Wa. Like many other businesses being affected by COVID-19 the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) has had to make adjustments when it comes to showcasing exhibits to the public. For the past two months, the Seattle Art Museum has implemented a new way to experience its...
ChichTech Continues to Grow Throughout Pandemic
Seattle, WA. Due to COVID-19, ChickTech has transitioned all of its programs online; this includes ChickTech's K-8 and high school programs, and its ACT-W conferences and events. Although this transition has left ChickTech unable to do its signature in-person...
NEWS
Pacific Northwest Ballet Announces 2021-2022 Season of Live Performances
Seattle, WA. The Pacific Northwest Ballet (PNB) is planning to have live onstage performances starting in September. The company is currently wrapping up a first-ever digital season. Elle Macy and Dylan Wald, (seen above) were featured in PNB’s digital offerings this...
Seattle Art Museum is Open for Business
Seattle, WA. The Seattle Art Museum (SAM) is now open. There are some limitations in place to keep people safe. Both the Seattle Art Museum and the Seattle Asian Art Museum are open at limited capacity, Fridays through Sundays, 10 am–5 pm. Outdoor spaces at the...
SEEDArts Builds Unity Through Visual and Cultural Experiences
Seattle, WA. Seattle artist Jayashree Krishnan has painted 150 portraits of healthcare workers on the front lines of the pandemic entitled Caring for Humanity. The works are on display at the Columbia City Gallery at 4864 Rainier Ave. S. Betsy Fetherston, Columbia...
Local Designer Uses Livestreams to Pivot During Pandemic
A Lifestyle Story: Seattle, WA. Rian Robison, designer, textile artist, and owner of Tuesday, is turning her craft fair boutique into a fully virtual experience. Featured in the picture above, Robison stands proudly in front of her boarded-up shop with @tonycoconuts....
4Culture Expands the Definition of Who Can Be Funded
Seattle, WA. 4Culture is consistent in mission and adaptable in serving four program areas including arts, heritage, historic preservation, and public art. The agency ensures public access to cultural experiences through museum collections and theater productions. It...
Washington State Arts Commission Offers Pandemic Relief Grant Programs
Seattle, WA. The Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) began in 1961, and was formed by the Washington State Legislature. Throughout its tenure, ArtsWA continues to promote the value of art, especially during the pandemic, by supporting the following programs:...
The Seattle Aquarium Reopens, Putting Safety First
Seattle, WA. The Seattle Aquarium has reopened for business! Under the restrictions COVID-19 has imposed, the Seattle Aquarium is doing everything they can to keep individuals safe and distanced during their visits. (Image courtesy of Bella Gold). Here are some of...
COMING UP
Lifelong Hosts Virtual Seattle AIDS Walk
Seattle, WA. World AIDS Day offers a reminder of the ongoing war against a disease that gained mainstream attention four decades ago and continues to plague millions around the globe. For four decades now, Lifelong has helped fight that battle with equity and...
Virtual Volunteer Opportunities Abound
Seattle, WA. Local nonprofits are in need of volunteers and now you can volunteer without leaving your home. Check out some COVID-safe ways to help your local community. Volunteer Match is a great place to find opportunities that are curated by interest. The...
The Wing Luke Museum Host Virtual Tours To Bring The Experience To You
Seattle, WA. The Wing Luke Museum has been hard at work putting new content on its website. Due to COVID-19 the Museum is closed until October 7th. New additions to the website include new curated stories, digital content, and virtual tours. The Wing Luke Museum is "A...
LIFESTYLE
Sailors Celebrate the 45th Year of Center for Wooden Boats
Seattle, WA. The Center for Wooden Boats began in 1976 as a “living museum” preserving maritime heritage. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the nonprofit has continued to provide hands-on experiences by rapidly implementing safety measures. Sandy Lam, Community Engagement...
Seahawks Earmark $500,000 to Fight Systemic Racism With Nonprofit Donations
Seattle, WA. The Seahawks Players Equality & Justice for All Action Fund confirmed its beneficiaries for the $500,000 they pledged last June. (Photo above courtesy of Rod Mar and the Seattle Seahawks. 'We Want Justice' t-shirt remains front and center for the...
Shop Small at Pike Place Market This Holiday Season
Seattle, WA. Pike Place Market is open to visitors, and many vendors are offering unique items for sale in-person. This year, due to Covid-19 restrictions, vendors are also offering items for sale online. It's an online charitable marketplace where you can buy items...
NEWS
Skiers Flock to Crystal Mountain During COVID-19 Pandemic
A Lifestyle story: Seattle, WA. This winter, finding an accessible, quarantine-friendly pastime outside the house has become a priority. Skiers and snowboarders are heading to resorts like Crystal Mountain in force. Before the season started, Crystal announced a set...
Community Raises Over $3 Million for “No Child Sleeps Outside” Campaign
Seattle, WA. Mary's Place has exceeded a two million dollar campaign goal, despite the present economic impacts, with more than 6,000 individuals and over 200 local businesses generous contributions. As a result, Mary’s Place – the region’s largest family emergency...
Inspire Washington’s Cultural Advocacy Inspires Hope During Pandemic
Seattle, WA. Inspire Washington maintains the role of resource development and advocacy for science, heritage, and the arts after the merging of Cultural Access Washington and the Washington State Arts Alliance. It supports enrichment programs like the one seen above...
Seahawks Earmark $500,000 to Fight Systemic Racism With Nonprofit Donations
Seattle, WA. The Seahawks Players Equality & Justice for All Action Fund confirmed its beneficiaries for the $500,000 they pledged last June. (Photo above courtesy of Rod Mar and the Seattle Seahawks. 'We Want Justice' t-shirt remains front and center for the...
Shop Small at Pike Place Market This Holiday Season
Seattle, WA. Pike Place Market is open to visitors, and many vendors are offering unique items for sale in-person. This year, due to Covid-19 restrictions, vendors are also offering items for sale online. It's an online charitable marketplace where you can buy items...
The Fifth Avenue Theatre Feeds Seattle’s Thirst for Musical Theatre Online
Seattle, WA. Fifth Avenue Theatre is ready to host two live-stream holiday concerts are made to recreate the joys of live theatre. There will be holiday music, tap dancing, and all sorts of colorful festivities to brighten this chilly Seattle winter. “This year we...
Lifelong Hosts Virtual Seattle AIDS Walk
Seattle, WA. World AIDS Day offers a reminder of the ongoing war against a disease that gained mainstream attention four decades ago and continues to plague millions around the globe. For four decades now, Lifelong has helped fight that battle with equity and...
Mary’s Place Kicks-off 7th Annual No Child Sleeps Outside Crowdfunding Campaign
Seattle, WA. This fall hundreds of families and children are sleeping outside in cars, tents, and other uninhabitable spaces. The weather has turned cold, wet, and dark, and during the COVID-19 pandemic, these families have no safe place to sleep this winter. In...
Domestic Violence Intensifies During Covid-19 Pandemic
Seattle, WA. According to LifeWire, a nonprofit that offers support to victims of domestic violence, there has been an uptick in domestic abuse that correlates with the need to stay home during the pandemic. “Quarantining at home with an abusive partner is very...
‘A Place of Joy’: The Giving Canvas Touches Families With Art and Beauty
Seattle, WA. Artist Meenakshi Sinha uses her Facebook page, The Giving Canvas, to auction paintings in support of nonprofits, offering bidders an opportunity for to be donors, too. Every cent of each purchase goes directly into a fund for different specified...
