ARTSPARKS 2010 is a project that seeks to infuse new creative energy in Pioneer Square this summer, creatively engaging the community, “sparking” public interest, and enlivening this historic district. The vision is to bring art in all its forms to Occidental Square Park, to create a...
"Pizza for the Hungry creates moments of joy in homeless shelters/kitchens/missions through pizza parties with live music. For just $1, you can sponsor 2 slices and live music and create gladness for a person in need." (link) WHO: Pizza for the Hungry: A Smile Brings Hope...
This photo almost makes me think I'm looking at Italy, or some other soccer-loving country, where young boys can be found kicking a ball around in an alley. (Update: my coworker thinks it looks more like Brooklyn than Italy -- it's beside the point. It...
Here's an email from WSDOT/SDOT: Join us on June 17 to discuss replacing the Alaskan Way Viaduct and Seawall On the third Thursday of each month, WSDOT and SDOT, in cooperation with the Pioneer Square Community Association, host a public meeting to...
There are a lot of great events coming up this week in Pioneer Square. You can check out even more on the calendar here. THURSDAY, June 10 Family Fun Days (Occidental Square Park, Occidental Ave S & S Main St, 3:00 - 6:00pm) Amusement rides and other fun! Bring the family...
Due to the success of "Parking for Peanuts" last month, PSCA is continuing their partnership with Merrill Place Garage (located on the corner of 1st Ave S + King Street) to offer free parking for the First Thursday Art Walk tomorrow. To take advantage of this...
New Orleans Creole Restaurant has an upcoming event this Sunday that will present the music of Art Blakey and his famed band The Jazz Messengers. Beginning at 8:00 pm, the ensemble will play music from the Jazz Messengers’ 50-year history. "Drummer Art Blakey was at the...
The International Sustainability Institute has been recognized by many groups and news organizations over the past year for their work to green up and activate Seattle's alleys (see here, here, here, here, and here). They've collaborated with Feet First to have multiple "Nord Alley" parties...
NEWS Bottomfeeder: Archers of Loaves (Seattle Weekly) There's one thing the neighborhood still does better than just about any in town: meatloaf sandwiches. Art Blakey Tribute at the New Orleans - Sunday, May 30 (All About Jazz) The New Orleans Creole Restaurant will play host to a living retrospective...
On Saturday, April 24, 210 over 175 volunteers got together in the early morning to spruce up Pioneer Square. Projects included: Weeding, planting & mulching the 1st Ave Medians Graffiti Paint Out Litter Pick Up Fortson Square beautification Storm Drain Stenciling Protective coating added to mural on 2nd & Washington A special...