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👢 Line dancing, Pride skate, and 22 more things to do this week
Can we expect a great spinning turkey for Thanksgiving? Thanks for tagging us in the festive fun, Jen.
Let’s get together
The struggles of dating in Seattle are a favorite complaint among Seattle’s young people, but finding love can be even trickier for those over 40.
This month, we’re doing something a bit different with our Modern Love dating game show and tailoring it to a more mature crowd.
Are you single, in your 40s or 50s, and ready to mingle? We’re still searching for contestants for the Nov. 13 event. We can promise a night of fun and laughter for all our participants, and who knows — maybe you’ll end up meeting your soul mate. 💕
Apply to be a contestant here, and don’t forget to snag your event tickets before we sell out.
Tammi D. and Bradetta V. at Gay Pride
(📷: Tammi Doyle)
Monday spotlight: Meet Tammi Doyle
Shout out to new members Marit J., Katayoon D., Pamela W., John E., Alex W., Matt K., Christine T., Haley T., Jose F., Julia C., Mila L., and Louise L.! And now we’re continuing our series on the people who make what we do possible — our lovely members. ❤️ Next up from West Seattle is Tammi Doyle…
Where in town might people run into you?
The theater — almost any theatre in the area. Cactus on Alki for a drink and app to watch the sun go down. Ferry to Vashon or Bainbridge just to ride. Lincoln Park to walk. The Beveridge Place, Slap Stick, Rhein Haus — all to play games while drinking beer!
What made you decide to become a member of The Evergrey?
I found that I was reading it every morning and wanted to support all your work!
What’s something you’re working — in big ways or small — that you could use help with?
Developing affordable rental space for performances of all kinds, for both rehearsal and performance. TPS (Theatre Puget Sound) does a great job but we need more!
And a first-world problem but … more dog parks in Seattle.
What local business do you think deserves a shoutout (and why)?
The West Seattle Senior Center. I’m not there yet 🙂 but they do great things for members and community.
What’s a local event you went to recently that you loved?
Arts in Nature at Camp Long and Beer Fun at Lagunitas Tap Room.
What’s a recent story you’ve read about Seattle that you wish more people cared about (and why)?
People do care, but — what happens to the people who live in the tent cities when they are gone? Along the I-5 to I-90 interchange — where are they?
If Seattle had ___________, you’d feel complete.
I feel pretty complete. I love this city. I love things around this city. I moved up from San Francisco (a GREAT city!) in 1984 and decided to stay — it’s a great place to raise kids. I still think so, although the home rental/purchase prices are making me sad.
Hands-down, your favorite restaurant in town?
Bizzarro in Wallingford.
What are you celebrating in your life right now?
Happy, successful adult children.
Ready to join Tammi in supporting The Evergrey with a membership? Here’s how to sign up.
Our partner events
🍸 Wednesday: Dive deep into local election results at the next Civic Cocktail (Downtown)
👭 Friday: Join Future For Us at the State of Womxn of Color gathering (Capitol Hill)
🎶 Friday, November 15: Indulge your ears with the music of Seattle’s SoundCity Singers (Westlake)
Around town
Today
🏠 Learn about foster care from experts at the YMCA (Downtown)
🌌 Use the force at this Star Wars original trilogy night (Fremont)
👢 Bring your boots and belt buckles and learn to line dance (Green Lake)
🍹 Create your own tasty cocktail bitters at this class (Central District)
Tomorrow
😢 Join this workshop series on growing your emotional intelligence (Capitol Hill)
💼 Network with professionals using technology to create social impact (Pioneer Square)
🎲 Check your privilege while playing a new board game (Capitol Hill)
Wednesday
📱 Hear from an expert on balancing kids’ screen-time and playtime (South Lake Union)
⚡ Join KUOW in answering: Who gets to be the hero? (Capitol Hill)
🌈 Lace up for a Pride skate night (White Center)
🎷 Enjoy live jazz at this neighborhood cafe (Rainier Valley)
👂 Hear from LGBT youth and activists on diversity in media and education (Lower Queen Anne)
Thursday
👍 Get inspired to use business for good at this get-together (Pioneer Square)
🎤 Check out this showcase of local storytellers, artists, and musicians (Belltown)
🎙️ Belt out a tune with other Seattle music lovers (Hillman City)
Friday
🎨 Support local artists at the Northwest Art and Fine Craft Show (NE Seattle) —through Sunday
🐙 Say hi to sea creatures at an after-hours aquarium party (Downtown)
🌲 Detox from digital devices at this half-day hike n’ hang (Magnolia)
Saturday
👠 Hear from POC fashion industry reps at this mix and mingle event (Belltown)
🍫 Treat yourself at the annual Northwest Chocolate Festival (Magnolia) —through Sunday
🕵️ Discover ways to overcome imposter syndrome at this workshop (Capitol Hill)
🍽️ Enjoy a dinner celebrating indigenous foods of the Americas (Magnolia)
Sunday
⚽ Watch the Sounders win another MLS cup (West Seattle)
👯 Strap on the skates for this free community roller derby event (NE Seattle)
✍️ Draft a novel — or part of one — at this community write-in (Fremont)
📽️ Catch a flick with a local cider in hand (Capitol Hill)
One more thing…
Congratulations to Jose Flores-Rodarte for winning last week’s membership campaign prize, a special #LiveLikeYouLiveHere package.
We’re keeping the fun going this week with a raffle that will appeal to all you music lovers out there. Everyone who signs up as a supporting Evergrey member this week will automatically be entered to win a pair of tickets to see the Seattle Symphony and a pair of tickets to two STG shows: Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors and Radical Face.
Your support is always music to our ears, Evergrey readers. Have a great week. 🎻
—The Evergrey