Pocket Potpourri: Tattoos, Acrobats, Pike Place Market & Crisis Text Line

Posted in Arts Events, Charity / Benefit, Food & Drink, Free in Seattle, Kid Friendly, Miscellaneous Awesome by Keridwyn

Another August Pocket Potpourri!

Here are a few things that have come to my attention lately that I wanted to be sure to share with you.

Got ink?

The Seattle Tattoo Expo returns August 18-20! Over 200 invite-only tattoo artists will be at Seattle Center during the expo. Enjoy live music and burlesque (including a performance by one of my favorites, Ruby Mimosa!), a beer garden, “Drawing Heads and Hands” workshop, and more. SeattleTattooExpo.com

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Circus arts in action!

Don’t miss SANCA (School of Acrobatic & New Circus Arts)’s Staff Show “Summer on the Cirque Riviera” August 18-20 at Broadway Performance Hall. “Catch some rays poolside with buff babes and saucy sailors, but beware of pool sharks! Or just relax and beat the heat with a glass of wine, or perhaps something stronger at Cirkuski Kafić where you may even catch a glimpse of the Green Fairy.” Tickets here.

Enjoy the tastes of Pike Place

Pike Place Market celebrates their 110th anniversary this week and their popular “Sunset Supper” event is this Friday! Celebrate Pike Place Market’s 110th birthday with the party of the summer, Sunset Supper, featuring Seattle’s top chefs, artisan purveyors, breweries and Washington’s favorite wineries and distilleries. This delicious event benefits the Pike Place Market Foundation which supports the Pike Place Senior Center, Food Bank, and so much more. Tickets here.

Crisis Text Line

If you are in crisis or know someone who is, text 741741 for free to talk with a Crisis Counselor 24/7. Save this number in your phone now so you can use it if you find yourself in a time of crisis or want to pass it along to someone else. Learn more.

Pocket Potpourri: Jen Kirkman, Light installations, #SAMRemix & Guacamole

Posted in Arts Events, Food & Drink, Free in Seattle, Kid Friendly, Miscellaneous Awesome, Shopping Pockets by Keridwyn

Here’s an early-August edition of “Pocket Potpourri” My way of sharing a bunch of fun tidbits with you in one fun blog post.

Here are some pockets of fun you might like:

The Guac Stop August 9 – 13

What’s better than guacamole? FREE Guacamole! The folks at Wholly Guacamole are going to be at Seattle Center this Wednesday – Sunday with a pop-up “Guac Stop.”

There will be a free guac bar where you can customize your guac with mix in flavors plus some fun activities such as live music, macramé classes, hula hooping, avocado facials, and more. The Guac Stop opens at 11am daily and ends at 7pm Wednesday & Thursday, 8pmFriday and Saturday, and 6pm on Sunday at The Next 50 Plaza in Seattle Center (between the Armory and Memorial Stadium). eatwholly.com/guac-stop

#SAMRemix – August 11

This late-night event happens only a few times a year—and only once a year at Olympic Sculpture Park! Advance tickets are sold out but a limited number will be available at the door. I’m excited to dance and take part in art activities led by local artists Tariqa Waters, Eve Sanford, Sensebellum, Neon Salt Water, and Lion’s Main Art Collective. visitsam.org/remix

Lusio: A Night to Awaken – August 12

Walk through Volunteer Park after dark to witness fun light and sound installations during this free, family friendly event. Be sure to bring a flashlight or headlamp as the ground is uneven and wasn’t well lit last year. The art is delightful, plus you’ll be able to shop for fun LED costume pieces from locally owned Bright Costumes! facebook.com/events/291152831301300

Comedian Jen Kirkman – September 8

I was first introduced to Jen Kirkman through her stand up on Netflix. I was reading her book I Can Barely Take Care of Myself last week when I heard she’s back on tour this year, with all new material. Her show “All New Material, Girl” about “her year of seeing fraudulent spiritual healers, holidays without family, being accused of not being “woke” by young people, and tales of when she was a young obnoxious third party voter, and pretentious hater of pop culture” comes to the Neptune Theatre September 8. jenkirkman.com/tour-dates

Planning on attending one or more of these events? Let me know in the comments or message me on Facebook!

25Jul2017

Red, White & Brew – Wine & Beer event this Thursday at Seattle Center!

Posted in Charity / Benefit, Food & Drink, Food & Drink Events by Keridwyn

Seattle Magazine’s “Red, White & Brew” event returns to Fisher Pavilion in Seattle Center this Thursday! The beneficiary for this delicious event is one of my favorite non-profits, Northwest Harvest.

About the event:

Seattle magazine’s tasting event of the summer: Red, White and Brew! Sample from local wineries, breweries and restaurants under the sun at Seattle Center.

Now in its sixth year, the event honors the winning wineries showcased in Seattle magazine’s Washington Wine Awards selected by a panel of the top local sommeliers and wine professionals. NEW this year, Red, White & Brew will also feature the winners from Seattle magazine’s inaugural Beer Awards.

Check out their video from 2016:

Enjoy sips from 60+ wineries and breweries and bites from local restaurants.

Event Partner: Washington State Wine
Presenting Sponsor: AMLI
Sponsors: Tulalip Resort Casino, Celebrity Cruises, Room & Board
Beneficiary: Northwest Harvest

Planning on attending? RSVP and invite friends to their FB event page! Hope to see you there.

P.S. Be sure to swing by the Pike Brewing booth and try their awesome beers! Love those guys!

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Disclosure: Red, White & Brew provided me with two tickets to this event, but my decision to share this preview post is my own, as are my opinions. As always, I only post about events/experiences I think you, dear reader, would be interested in! – Keridwyn

4Apr2017

Don’t miss these Seattle events! Here Lies Love, Veg Out & more!

Posted in Arts Events, Food & Drink, Giveaways & Special Offers by Keridwyn

As I prepare to take my 14-year-old niece to her first Cirque Du Soleil show (Luzia in Marymoor Park now through May 21 – review coming soon!), I wanted to stop by the blog for a quick hello to let you know of some great events coming up soon.

GIVEAWAYS: Lady Rizo April 19 & Seattle Cheese & Meat Festival April 29

If you haven’t had a chance to enter yet, scroll back through SeattlePockets to enter giveaways for Lady Rizo at The Triple Door on April 19 and the Seattle Cheese & Meat Festival on April 29. Word is the tickets for the afternoon Cheese & Meat fest are sold out and tickets for the evening session are nearly sold out.

Veg Out Seattle April 13

One of my favorite event planners, Kelli with Shindig Events, is hosting “Veg Out” – a super awesome vegetarian event on April 13. You’ll get to try some of the latest & greatest veggie foods from some of the best proprietors and chefs in Seattle and beyond. This event is at Canvas and is 21+ (stick around for the after party!) This event will donate to Whole Kids Foundation, who support schools and inspire families to improve children’s nutrition and wellness. You know when Shindig Events is involved, it’s going to be fun.

Here Lies Love April 7 – May 28

I’ve been looking forward to this production since I first heard about it! Here Lies Love plays The Seattle Repertory Theatre April 7 – May 28, with music by David Byrne and Fatboy Slim. The theatre will turn into a 360-degree immersive spectacle experience. You can choose standing tickets and be a part of the dance party or sit and watch. Brandon and I have tickets for April 21 (standing/dancing tickets of COURSE)! About the show: “Seattle Rep’s Bagley Wright Theatre transforms into a wild dance party, where techno beats spin and tell the story of the People Power Revolution that inspired the world and changed the Philippines forever. Here Lies Lovetraces the non-violent restoration of democracy in the Philippines in 1986 and follows the meteoric rise and dramatic fall of the controversial First Lady of the Philippines, Imelda Marcos. Two-time Tony-nominated director Alex Timbers helms David Byrne (Talking Heads) and Fatboy Slim’s one-of-a-kind “poperetta” about the Filipina “Steel Butterfly” and the power of the people.”

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31Mar2017

GIVEAWAY: Seattle Cheese & Meat Festival on April 29

Posted in Charity / Benefit, Food & Drink, Giveaways & Special Offers by Keridwyn

Brie. Gouda. Havarti. BRING IT ON. I’m giddy with excitement for the Seattle Cheese & Meat Festival!

The Seattle Cheese and Meat Festival is in town one day only on April 29 with two times to choose from. This festival will be at McCaw Hall (I was recently there for Pop! Bubbles and Seafood—this is a great venue for tasting events!)

Proceeds from this event will go directly to Food Lifeline, which helps provide 90K meals a day to local food assistance programs and is working to create a sustainable approach to ending hunger in Western Washington.

So YES: delicious bites (and sips! What would a cheese event be without wine?!) for a great cause. Plus you can also purchase some of your favorite bites before you leave the event.

Local purveyors include: Salumi, Fancy Ass Olives, Finnriver Farm & Cidery, Odin Brewing, Pastrome, Tamer’s Beef Jerky, Masquerade Wine, Smith Brothers Farms, French Cider, Ferndale, Silver Springs Creamery, Twin Sisters Creamery, Friday Harbor House of Jerky, Mollusk, Darigold (a co-op of local dairy producers), The Farmstead, Honest Biscuits, Blue Mountain Affinage Company, Full Circle Farm, and more!

“The festival gives attendees the ability to learn about new cheeses, meats, and pairings while tasting the product itself. The vast array of food they taste gives attendees sense of that next charcuterie board build,” Festival said Dave Bain, Cheese and Meat Festival Producer. “It also allows mom and pop shops to showcase their homemade recipes.”

This event is 21+. Tickets at cheeseandmeatfestival.com/seattle.

Want to win a pair of tickets? Comment on this blog post then enter the giveaway here.

Facebook event page here.

Image via Seattle Cheese & Meat Festival Facebook.

Disclaimer: This event provided me two tickets to attend this event, however all opinions are my own.

20Mar2017

Love wine? Taste Washington returns for an incredible 20th year (May 23-26)

Posted in Food & Drink by Keridwyn

If you love wine and want to indulge in some of the best wine events in the country, this is YOUR WEEK!

This year, Taste Washington is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and this year will prove to be its biggest and best year yet! The event brings together over 300 (!) wineries and over 70 restaurants. This truly is an incredible food event as well as a wine event that will educate and delight you.

Taste Washington isn’t just one day of fun: this experience is split into four days of diverse events with something for everyone:

The VIP Red & White Party – this VIP event on Thursday will be held at the swanky AQUA by El Gaucho and will feature wines you can’t experience at any other Taste event! Dress in red and white and bring a date or a friend! So fancy!

Taste on the Farm – Want to get out of the city? These curated experiences during the day on Friday in Orting and Carnation combine a farmer, a chef, and Washington winemakers. Tour the property and learn from the chef and winemakers as you enjoy lunch made from products straight from the farm, paired perfectly with Washington wines.

Taste & Savor Tours – Love a tour but want to stay in Seattle? Join the Savor Seattle Taste Washington tour in Pike Place Market on Saturday and Sunday mornings!

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The New Vintage – Friday night, discover your new favorite wine, chat with celeb chefs, and dance the night away. Wine tasting and dancing make for a great pairing. This event will take place at the Four Seasons! A great reason to dress up. Treat a friend for their (early or late) birthday gift!

For those seeking an even deeper educational experience, attend a seminar on Saturday or Sunday.

Don’t miss the BIGGEST event of them all: The Grand Tasting on Saturday and Sunday! With 235 wineries and bites from 65 restaurants, you’ll want to plan your tasting in advance of who you want to prioritize.

As you plan for your events, don’t forget:

-Charge your phone in advance (snap photos of labels of your favorites so you remember later)

-Bring a water bottle in your bag and stay hydrated!

-It’s ok to spit! You’ll want to truly enjoy the experience and pace yourself

– Take a car service there and back. These aren’t the type of events to drive to!

Enjoy Taste Washington! Tickets do tend to sell out, so snag yours now!

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Photos via Taste Washington Facebook Page

15Feb2017

GIVEAWAY: Seattle Wine & Food Experience

Posted in Food & Drink, Giveaways & Special Offers by Keridwyn

February is my birthday month and one of the ways I’m celebrating is by heading to Seattle Wine & Food Experience with a friend!

This three day celebration of wine (and, you guessed it, food) is a fun social event where you’ll be able to delight your taste buds while you enjoy delicious sips and bites. Still not sure what to get your sweetie for Valentine’s Day? This is a great gift!

There are three events to choose from (or pick up a weekend pass and enjoy them all). Friday is “Pop! Bubbles & Seafood” at McCaw Hall in Seattle Center, Saturday

is “Comfort: Seattle’s Best Feel-Good Foods and Crafty Brews” at Fremont Foundry, and Sunday is The Grand Tasting at McCaw Hall.

Be sure to bring a bottle of water with you (hydration is key!) and a charged cellphone (snap photos of favorite wine labels and restaurants to remember them later).

Here are 5 reasons to go to each event:

POP! Bubbles & Seafood: Friday, February 24, 2016 at McCaw Hall

1. Champagne, Sparkling Wine, Cava, Cremant, and more than 40 kinds of bubbles to sample

2. World-class seafood, including oyster bars, from 20 of Seattle’s best chefs

3. Specialty cocktail and cider (and tunes by DJ Dubreezy)

4. The Callebaut Belgium Chocolate Lounge featuring bites from Seattle’s top pastry chefs

5. Dozens of Reserve Red wines from top wineries

Comfort: Seattle’s Best Feel-Good Foods and Crafty Brews: Saturday, February 25, 2016 at Fremont Foundry

1. Do-it-Yourself Bars: Hot Toddy, Bloody Mary, s’mores, fry potato bar and more

2. Mac & cheese, burgers, fried chicken and other comfort foods

3. More than 50 craft beers, ciders, bubbly and more to quench your thirst between tasty bites

4. A doughnut wall!

5. Rock out with your friends to tunes by DJ Branden Landon and take photos in the Shutterbus

The Grand Tasting: Sunday, February 26, 2016 at McCaw Exhibition Hall

1. More than 500 wines, plus tastes from distilleries, beer and cider

2. Fare from 25 local chefs and 25 specialty food makers

3. The Savor Experience from San Luis Obispo County

4. The Sweet Suite–Indulge to your hearts content

5. Buy your favorite wine, beer, cider and spirits from the QFC product store benefitting Les Dames d’Escoffier

Tickets here.

Want to enter to win two tickets to The Seattle Wine & Food Experience Grand Tasting? Of course you do.

You can enter via Facebook, Twitter, and/or Instagram, here.

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