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Chastity Belt, Record Store Day, and More Top Picks by EverOut Staff Clear your calendar: With events like Record Store Day 2024 and 4/20 festivities like 4/20's Eve Eve Comedy Show feat. Stoner...

https://everout.com/seattle/articles/the-top-36-events-in-seattle-this-week-apr-15-21-2024/c5421/

The Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra will perform “SRJO Plays Blues and the Abstract Truth” at Benaroya Hall Saturday, April 20, at 7:30 pm. by Charles Mudede Let’s begin with The Six Mil...

https://www.thestranger.com/art-and-performance-spring-2024/2024/03/13/79425176/better-stronger-faster

The Stranger's morning news roundup. by Nathalie Graham SPD HIRED COP KNOWING HIS "CHECKERED PAST:" The cop, Kevin Dave, who struck and killed 23-year-old pedestrian Jaahnavi Kandula last year ...

https://www.thestranger.com/slog-am/2024/04/15/79469695/slog-am-spd-cop-who-killed-pedestrian-had-checkered-past-trump-arrives-at-criminal-trial-iran-launches-missiles-at-israel

Asian Fusion Brunch, A Desert-Themed Pop-Up Bar, and An Upcoming Italian Restaurant by EverOut Staff This week, we're welcoming Coffeeholic 's new brunch spot M Cozy Fusion Cafe and the new dese...

https://everout.com/seattle/articles/this-week-in-seattle-food-news-asian-fusion-brunch-a-desert-themed-pop-up-bar-and-an-upcoming-italian-restaurant/c5420/

Did you see someone? Say something! by Anonymous ANTIQUARIAN CUTIE Talked to you at the 2023 Antiquarian Bookfair, my booth partner gave you my number but you never texted me. I still think a...

https://www.thestranger.com/i-saw-u/2024/04/12/79465679/i-saw-u-at-the-antiquarian-bookfair-winning-beanie-babies-at-lenys-and-taking-tequila-shots-in-ballard

Anastacia-Reneé, Sour Beer Day, and More Cheap & Easy Events Under $15 by EverOut Staff Take a break from doing your taxes and go have some thrifty fun this weekend. We've gathered all the best ...

https://everout.com/seattle/articles/the-best-bang-for-your-buck-events-in-seattle-this-weekend-apr-12-14-2024/c5418/

SPD Cop Fired for Creeping on Ex, Officer “Accidentally” Tases Someone, Hornets Attack the Police by Ashley Nerbovig Last week, the Seattle police union’s tentative collective bargaining ...

https://www.thestranger.com/bad-apples/2024/04/12/79464449/bad-apples

The Stranger's morning news roundup. by Nathalie Graham SUV DRIVES OVER TENTS: On Tuesday night, an Acura SUV drove onto the sidewalk downtown at Third Avenue and James Street and mowed down th...

https://www.thestranger.com/slog-am/2024/04/12/79465288/slog-am-more-camping-ban-beef-in-burien-suv-drives-over-tents-downtown-shohei-ohtanis-interpreter-allegedly-stole-16-million

Unleash the Kraken… Bar & Lounge! (Sorry, had to.) by Megan Seling Unleash the Kraken… Bar & Lounge! (Sorry, had to.) In March 2023 the beloved pirate-themed punk rock bar closed after mo...

https://www.thestranger.com/music/2024/04/11/79464545/the-kraken-bar-and-lounge-has-reopened

Sasha taqwšəblu LaPointe will be at Third Place Books Lake Forest Park Tuesday, April 16. by Adam Willems With just a handful of pages to go in Thunder Song , a series of essays from award-wi...

https://www.thestranger.com/art-and-performance-spring-2024/2024/03/13/79425141/queen-of-our-world

Plus, Fuerza Regida and More Event News and Updates for April 11 by Audrey Vann Go, get ur freak on—Missy Elliott will embark on her first-ever headline tour this summer with Ciara, Busta Rh...

https://everout.com/seattle/articles/ticket-alert-missy-elliott-aerosmith-and-more-seattle-events-going-on-sale-this-week/c5415/

If the owner of a doggy day care downtown doesn't concede to worker demands, they may soon go on strike, leaving potentially hundreds of dogs without care right as spring travel picks up. by Hann...

https://www.thestranger.com/news/2024/04/11/79463152/doggy-day-care-workers-bite-back-after-a-ruff-eight-months-at-the-bargaining-table

They're reducing libraries because they won't tax the rich. by Hannah Krieg This morning, the Seattle Public Library (SPL) announced 180 days of library closures from April 12 to June 2, addin...

https://www.thestranger.com/news/2024/04/11/79463199/the-seattle-public-library-announces-1500-hours-of-closures-in-the-next-eight-weeks

The Stranger's morning news roundup. by Hannah Krieg SEATTLE VIBES COMING IN STRONG: I hope you got a chance to bask in the sun yesterday because Seattleites will have no such opportunity today...

https://www.thestranger.com/slog-am/2024/04/11/79463859/slog-am-biden-backs-israel-against-iran-in-potential-regional-war-20-unions-tell-city-to-defend-gig-worker-minimum-wage-five-new-dog-parks

One really great thing to do every day of the week. by Adam Willems WEDNESDAY 4/10   DREAM TEMPLE (FOR OCTAVIA) (VISUAL ART) Artists Mia Imani and Mayola Tikaka call upon the extraordinar...

https://www.thestranger.com/stranger-suggests/2024/04/10/79462673/stranger-suggests-eliza-mclamb-sasha-taqsblu-lapointe-pizza-week-tina-fey-and-amy-poehler-restless-leg-tour-dream-temple-for-octavia

Instead of creating serious police alternatives that could save the City money and help alleviate staffing shortages at the department, the MOU outlines civilian roles that look more like persona...

https://www.thestranger.com/news/2024/04/10/79461996/proposed-contract-kills-any-hope-for-real-police-alternatives-in-seattle

Whoever you are, can you let my car die in peace? by Anonymous I drive a Geo Tracker, a car that resembles a squished Jeep or a Hot Wheel magically enlarged. Men–mostly named Kyle and Matt–...

https://www.thestranger.com/i-anonymous/2024/04/10/79461823/please-stop-calling-the-cops-on-my-geo-tracker

The Stranger's morning news roundup. by Rich Smith THEY'RE NOT GETTING THE MESSAGE: In a recent poll, only 26% of Washington voters agreed that "building more units of housing in my community w...

https://www.thestranger.com/slog-am/2024/04/10/79461749/slog-am-gun-sales-down-in-wa-another-boeing-whistleblower-emerges-poll-shows-the-message-on-more-housing-isnt-working

Why was Charles so right about this bad business in the first place? by Charles Mudede True, aerospace reporter Dominic Gates, didn't mention my name in his longish article "Boeing’s long fal...

https://www.thestranger.com/transportation/2024/04/09/79460588/seattle-times-admits-mudede-was-right-about-boeings-downfall

A new episode of the Savage Lovecast. by The Stranger A woman’s boyfriend wants her to play with his ass. But she doesn’t know where to begin. Fingers? Tongue? What should she do down there...

https://www.thestranger.com/sex/2024/04/09/79461622/what-should-i-do-down-there

The ability to amend the state constitution in a way that fixes so much broken nonsense is on the ballot. by Rich Smith The 2024 election cycle looks very good for Washington State Democrats. ...

https://www.thestranger.com/elections-2024/2024/04/09/79461043/washington-state-democrats-could-win-supermajorities-in-2024

The best new music to hit Dave Segal's inbox this week. by Dave Segal AMY AILEEN WOOD, “ROLLING STOPS” (COLORFIELD) I'm not in the habit of writing about Grammy-winning drummers, but Amy ...

https://www.thestranger.com/music/2024/04/09/79446061/rhythmic-magic-by-fiona-apples-drummer-amy-aileen-wood-and-eclectic-seattle-beatsmith-jp-lenon

The Stranger's morning news roundup. by Ashley Nerbovig MORNING! Everyone should expect a dreary weather day, with a chance of showers before 10 am, followed by a brief pause, and then another ...

https://www.thestranger.com/slog-am/2024/04/09/79461291/slog-am-republican-city-attorney-ann-davison-loses-in-court-full-tilt-ice-cream-scales-down-high-capacity-magazine-ban-ruled-unconstitution

Tina Fey & Amy Poehler, The Last Dinner Party, and More by EverOut Staff We may be in the full-blown chaos of Mercury retrograde, but don't let that stop you from getting out and about this week....

https://everout.com/seattle/articles/the-top-35-events-in-seattle-this-week-apr-8-14-2024/c5413/

Cherdonna & the Bearded Ladies will perform Threesome at Repair Revolution April 18–20 and April 25–27. by Nico Swenson I think there is one thing we can agree on—we love Cherdonna Shina...

https://www.thestranger.com/art-and-performance-spring-2024/2024/03/13/79425156/art-illness-and-auto-repair

The Stranger's morning news roundup. by Nathalie Graham BAD ECLIPSE WEATHER: Western Washington may be socked in by clouds when eclipse time rolls around starting at 10:29 am, peaking at 11:29...

https://www.thestranger.com/slog-am/2024/04/08/79460192/slog-am-its-eclipse-day-trump-talks-abortion-biden-to-announce-student-debt-relief

Mayor Bruce Harrell got rolled. by Ashley Nerbovig On Friday, the Seattle police union posted the tentative collective bargaining agreement it struck with the City earlier last week. The agreem...

https://www.thestranger.com/news/2024/04/05/79457408/in-new-police-union-contract-seattle-gives-cops-huge-pay-raises-but-gets-little-accountability-in-return

Island Vibes, Bagels, and Lebanese-Mexican Tacos by EverOut Staff This week, we're transporting ourselves to an island state of mind with the newly opened spots Easy Caribbean and Musubi Kai . P...

https://everout.com/seattle/articles/this-week-in-seattle-food-news-island-vibes-bagels-and-lebanese-mexican-tacos/c5410/

Monkey Man begins playing at theaters in wide release Fri April 5. by Dom Sinacola We go to the movies to watch people get hurt. There is no shame in this; human beings have a built-in urge to ...

https://www.thestranger.com/film/2024/04/05/79457286/dev-patels-directorial-debut-monkey-man-is-a-paean-to-visceral-movie-violence

I want to make this short. There is no need to make more noise about the matter than is necessary. by Charles Mudede I want to make this short. There is no need to make more noise about the mat...

https://www.thestranger.com/transportation/2024/04/05/79455915/seattles-new-right-wants-to-keep-cars-in-pike-place-market-its-old-right-wants-to-kick-people-out-of-the-city

We've got spots from Northgate to Kirkland to Burien and everywhere in between all slinging slices for just $4 and whole specialty pies for $25! by The Stranger's Promotions Department Here com...

https://www.thestranger.com/food-and-drink/2024/04/05/79457028/the-strangers-pizza-week-returns-april-15

Cutie Fest, Taco Libre, and More Cheap & Easy Events Under $15 by EverOut Staff We're back with another batch of cheap and cheerful events for your weekend, from Cutie Fest to Taco Libre Truck S...

https://everout.com/seattle/articles/the-best-bang-for-your-buck-events-in-seattle-this-weekend-apr-5-7-2024/c5411/

Investing in Art Programs Is Investing in the Success of Our Economy and Well-Being by Nicole Stankovic In January 2022, Washington State acknowledged the critical role of arts education by pas...

https://www.thestranger.com/guest-editorial/2024/04/05/79456205/washington-needs-dedicated-funding-for-arts-education

The Stranger's morning news roundup. by Nathalie Graham PRO-PALESTINE PROTESTERS LOCK IN AT THE HUB: A crowd of over 100 people rallied for SUPER UW's "All Out for Palestine" protest at the Uni...

https://www.thestranger.com/slog-am/2024/04/05/79456701/slog-am-lynnwood-light-rail-opens-in-august-loren-culp-in-trouble-for-calling-politicians-bitches-earthquake-shakes-nyc

Harrell Half-Asses Another Hugely Important Once-in-a-Decade Plan by Hannah Krieg On Thursday afternoon, Mayor Bruce Harrell released a draft of his eight-year, $1.35 billion transportation lev...

https://www.thestranger.com/news/2024/04/04/79456061/new-seattle-transportation-levy-just-dropped

Plus, Orville Peck and more event updates for April 4. by Audrey Vann Top 40 radio regulars Twenty One Pilots have announced their upcoming Clancy tour to support their upcoming album of the s...

https://everout.com/seattle/articles/ticket-alert-twenty-one-pilots-the-black-keys-and-more-seattle-events-going-on-sale-this-week/c5405/

Need help overcoming your debilitating perfectionism? Try knitting. by Nathalie Graham My fine motor skills leave a lot to be desired. I didn’t realize this until I tried knitting after the e...

https://www.thestranger.com/play-date/2024/04/04/79455557/dropping-stitches-at-knit-night

I Saw U at... by Anonymous OPERA GIRL LOOKING FOR BALLET LOVING RUSSIAN-TURK You asked me about Malcolm X/for my # walking in lower Queen Anne - I was late, so I gave you my card. Hope you di...

https://www.thestranger.com/i-saw-u/2024/04/04/79455668/i-saw-u-at-the-capitol-hill-farmers-market-at-the-west-seattle-auto-zone-and-under-the-space-needle-after-bad-bunny

The Stranger's morning news roundup. by Hannah Krieg ONE OF THE BADDEST APPLES: Christopher Burbank, (a Tacoma cop acquitted of manslaughter and second-degree murder in the death of Manny Ellis...

https://www.thestranger.com/slog-am/2024/04/04/79455494/slog-am-cop-acquitted-in-manny-ellis-death-resigns-new-position-donor-pays-for-another-quick-fix-to-migrant-crisis-seattle-appoints-two-new

When asked if the City intended to sweep, the Mayor’s Office said, “We are evaluating next steps in this emerging issue. We understand that housing and shelter is the most critical need for f...

https://www.thestranger.com/news/2024/04/03/79454920/will-seattle-respond-to-the-refugee-crisis-with-housing-or-handcuffs

Me and Mr. Persistent. by Anonymous I was at the 3rd Ave bus stop with over-ear headphones on, hands in pockets, and a vacant/semi-jamming-out-expression on my face, one among many in a crowd of ...

https://www.thestranger.com/i-anonymous/2024/04/03/79454413/diffusing-mr-persistent

One really great thing to do every day of the week. by Audrey Vann WEDNESDAY 4/3   BECKY SELENGUT WITH BETHANY JEAN CLEMENT: MISUNDERSTOOD VEGETABLES (BOOKS/FOOD) Whether you're prejudice...

https://www.thestranger.com/stranger-suggests/2024/04/03/79454448/stranger-suggests-indigequeer-live-laufey-seattle-deaf-film-festival-2024-martine-gutierrez-monsen-photography-lecture-the-veronicas

The research underscores our need to cut emissions. by Vivian McCall A new study from researchers at Washington State University and the US Department of Agriculture’s Carl Hayden Bee Resear...

https://www.thestranger.com/enviro/2024/04/03/79452120/warmer-autumns-and-winters-could-cause-bee-colony-collapse

The Stranger's morning news roundup. by Nathalie Graham SIX FIGURES FOR THE COPS? According to PubliCola , the tentative Seattle Police Officers’ Guild (SPOG) contract "includes retroactive w...

https://www.thestranger.com/slog-am/2024/04/03/79453848/slog-am-earthquake-shakes-taiwan-amazon-grocery-stores-kill-just-walk-out-policy-seattle-goes-deeper-into-red-for-cops

A 9.7% raise for Coalition of City Unions members sounds pretty good until you hear cops could get 23%. by Hannah Krieg After about 18 months of what Council Member Dan Strauss described as at-...

https://www.thestranger.com/news/2024/04/02/79453549/city-council-finally-ratifies-coalition-of-city-unions-contract-despite-budget-deficit-concerns

Mayor Harrell Would Absolutely Hate It by Charles Mudede This is Rome. There's graffiti everywhere. It's all over new buildings, all over newish buildings, all over ancient buildings. It's just...

https://www.thestranger.com/city/2024/04/02/79448981/rome-is-a-real-city-a-world-city-and-it-has-graffiti-everywhere

Chastity Belt play the Crocodile Thursday, April 18. by Vivian McCall It’s been nearly five years since the Seattle indie band Chastity Belt released a full album, and you can blame that on l...

https://www.thestranger.com/art-and-performance-spring-2024/2024/03/13/79425173/sincerely-joking

A new episode of the Savage Lovecast. by The Stranger A gay man keeps sleeping with non-monogamous, married men, who are ultimately emotionally unavailable. But the sex is great! Why isn’t he...

https://www.thestranger.com/sex/2024/04/02/79453192/wait-pre-natal-masturbation

Honking is not road rage. by Ashley Nerbovig The Office of Police Accountability (OPA) has opened an investigation into Seattle Police Department Detective Anthony Belgarde after he pulled ove...

https://www.thestranger.com/news/2024/04/02/79452520/spd-detective-under-investigation-for-pulling-over-metro-bus-driver

The Stranger's morning news roundup by Ashley Nerbovig GOOD MORNING: In my last two Slog AMs I told people that it would rain, but then it was sunny, so just know that fact when planning for t...

https://www.thestranger.com/slog-am/2024/04/02/79452503/slog-am-new-city-council-candidate-appears-j-kenji-lopez-alt-on-a-teriyaki-tear-israeli-airstrike-kills-seven-world-central-kitchen-worker