Seattle

Brew Barons: Townshend’s Tea Co. Tasting event today at KBI Craft Spirits

Tea that will really help you de-stress. 

Botanicals, including teas, have been going into spirits for ages to make gin, aquavit, rum, and more. The folks at Townshend’s Tea Company have come up with a different approach to utilizing herbs to create new flavors. They take their teas and use them in the mash (materials mashed up to release juices and sugars to be distilled in liquor or spirits) with cane sugar. This creates a liquor that retains the tea flavor while adding more botanicals makes it a truly unique taste experience.

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TREAT YO SELF: Elaia Spa at Hyatt at Olive 8

A luxurious spa right in the heart of downtown Seattle.

In this edition of Treat Yo Self, we feature Elaia Spa at Hyatt at Olive 8 in downtown Seattle. Located on the second floor of Olive 8, Seattle’s first certified LEED hotel, this day spa is dedicated to eco-friendly practices that minimize impact on the earth. They have sourced the very best organic products from here and around the globe to deliver a truly results-oriented experience. From facial to massages, they have many services to choose from with a knowledgeable and highly-trained staff. 

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Fall Staycation: Getaway at the Grand Hyatt Seattle

Take an urban retreat in a luxury hotel downtown.

Once you step into the modern and extravagant Grand Hyatt Seattle, it feels like the ultimate escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. There are great views of the Pacific Northwest, including of Lake Union, Puget Sound, and Olympic and Cascade Mountain Ranges. Conveniently located in the heart of Seattle’s thriving retail and theater district with access to downtown shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. For out-of-towners, it’s just blocks from Pike’s Place Market, the Seattle Waterfront and Seattle Great Wheel, and the Space Needle.

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In the Know: Annual Glitter Sale at Goodwill Seattle is November 14-15

Access your inner girly and treat yourself to some glitter.

All year long, Goodwill stores in the Seattle area save all the donated glitter and designer name brand clothing and accessories for THIS EVENT! More than 2,360 shoppers flocked to the Seattle store for the 2014 Glitter Sale. Last year’s sale was a huge success and raised $241,850 for job training and education.

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Seattle Shorts Film Festival is November 14-15

Bringing Seattle film lovers the very best of short films from around the world.

Seattle Shorts Film Festival returns for the fifth year with twice the number of exceptional films to showcase for local and visiting audiences. After record breaking submissions, filmmaker attendance, and sold out screenings last year, the festival has expanded to two days, November 14th and 15th. The weekend will be bring film lovers together through Q&A’s, networking events, and an awards ceremony on Sunday the 15th.

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IN THE KNOW: Seattle Wine and Food Experience 2016 Announced

Early bird tickets are on sale now through November 8th!

The Seattle Wine and Food Experience (SWFE) is back February 20-21, 2016 with two epicurean events: POP! Bubbles & Seafood (Saturday, Feb. 20) and the Seattle Wine and Food Experience Grand Tasting (Sunday, Feb. 21). Tickets are now on sale. Early bird tickets purchased before Sunday, November 8th are $5 off! 

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WildLights at Woodland Park Zoo: Starts November 27th

Woodland Park Zoo’s fourth annual WildLights.

This electrifying, after-hours event runs nightly from 5:30 – 8:30 pm from Friday, November 27th through Sunday, January 3rd. Guests will be transported to a festive winter wonderland complete with lights, treats, animals and more. Over 600,000 energy-efficient LED lights illuminate the paths of Woodland Park Zoo through dazzling displays of wild animals and exotic destinations  including

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Seattle Interactive Conference is November 3-4

The Oatmeal’s Matthew Inman, De La Soul Member Maseo, Weather Guru Cliff Mass and Seattle hip hop legend Sir Mix-A-Lot.

Seattle Interactive Conference, the Northwest’s premier event celebrating the convergence of online technology, creativity, and emerging trends, announced more than 40 additional speakers for its 2015 event. Among the new additions to the conference, which takes place November 3–4 at the Washington State Convention Center, are University of Washington Professor and renowned weather prognosticator Cliff Mass, DJ Maseo from influential hip-hop group De La Soul, Seattle music legend Sir Mix-A-Lot, and the Oatmeal’s Matthew Inman.

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