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See What’s Moving Seattle: Oct 7 – Oct 13

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People riding bikes on the Burke Gilman next to a mural.

People riding bikes on the Burke Gilman. Photo by Taylor Vick on Unsplash.

 

Be aware of the following events in the city that may affect area traffic.

 

Tues.Oct 8

 

Logic: Confessions of a Dangerous Mind Tour: Concert at WaMu Theater.  Event Hours: 7:30PM – 10:30PM.  Doors at 6:30PM.  Estimated attendance: 7,000.

 

 

Wed.Oct 9

 

Bastille: Dooms Days Tour Part 1: Concert at WaMu Theater.  Event Hours: 7:30PM – 10:30PM.  Doors at 6:30PM.  Estimated attendance: 7,000.

 

 

Sat.Oct 12

 

 

Puget Sound Heart and Stroke Walk: Fundraising event to help fight heart disease and stroke.  Walk from Seattle Center to Downtown and back.  Walk will start at 2nd Ave. N. & Mercer, go east on Mercer, south on 5th, west on Cedar, south on 4th, U-Turn at University, north on 4th, east on Broad, north on 5th, west on Harrison and onto the Seattle Center campus.  Event Hours: 9AM – 11AM.  Estimated attendance: 10,000.

 

Seattle Home Show: At CenturyLink Field Event Center.  Event hours: 10AM – 6PM.  Estimated attendance: 2,000.

 

Sun.Oct 13

 

 

University of Washington Dawg Dash: Run in support of student scholarships.  Run will start and finish on University of Washington campus.  Route will use roadways on UW campus, and roads and trails to the north and south of campus.  10K begins at 9AM, 5K Run/Walk at 9:30AM.   Estimated attendance: 3,700.

 

Seattle Home Show: At CenturyLink Field Event Center.  Event hours: 10AM – 6PM.  Estimated attendance: 2,000.

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Contribute to climate resilience, plant a tree!

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Urban Forestry team planting trees on city roads

Did you know we have a detailed inventory of the location, planted date, and types of trees along City rights-of-way?

 

Seattle’s original street tree inventory was first undertaken between 1991-1993.

 

An accurate street tree inventory is a powerful decision-making tool. Since the urban forest is not static but changes from year to year, updates are essential. As part of the Move Seattle Levy, Urban Forestry began a wholesale update of the data. This year our team added 19,282 trees to the inventory.

 

Our comprehensive street tree inventory also provides valuable data for gauging the ecosystem services provided by our urban forest.

 

We analyze the data with a program that was developed by the US Forest Service, called iTree. We plug in the street tree data and the resulting analysis provides valuable information on the tree population while calculating some of the known yearly environmental benefits. The benefits we can quantify and put a dollar value to are energy savings, CO2 storage, improved air quality, storm-water collection, and increased aesthetics. This year, our calculated yearly value for these benefits increased from $18 million dollars per year to over $24 million dollars per year, simply because we have collected more and better data.

 

There are many benefits to urban street trees that we are not yet able to quantify and put a value to but are just as important. Those benefits include cooling heat islands, improving public health, calming traffic in residential areas, shading our sidewalks to make them more pedestrian-friendly, and more.

 

One very important benefit of urban trees is their ability to both help slow climate change and make humans more resilient to climate change, especially in urban settings.

 

Tree-lined streets in Seattle. Photo by Jeanne Clark.

 

Trees are the lungs of our planet. They breathe in and store carbon dioxide while emitting pure oxygen.

 

The combined annual carbon storage benefit from just the trees along our streets is over $105,000. Additionally, these trees are improving air quality to the tune of $193,000 per year. Street trees are also especially important in cooling pockets of high summer temperatures, or heat islands, which will become more of a problem as the climate continues to warm. Additional carbon storage and air quality value comes from other trees in parks and around homes.

 

You’re invited to take part in fighting climate change through stewardship of our urban forest. This upcoming Arbor Day, come plant a tree & celebrate.

 

The event will place  October 12, from 9 AM-noon at Rainier Beach Community Center. This is especially exciting because Rainier Valley is home to Seattle’s largest and oldest Garry Oak’s, Washington’s only native Oak. Arbor Day activities include an ‘Ask an Arborist’ booth, a neighborhood Tree Walk, apple cider press, trash pickup, bird spotting, and more! All ages and abilities welcome.  Check back frequently to stay on top of Seattle’s tree-centric activities designed to bring communities together while boosting climate resilience.

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SpokesSalmon Sal Says “Flip Your Trip” and Commute Car-Free Once a Week!

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Sal the Salmon wearing earphones and holding a coffee cup while sitting on the Seattle Streetcar.

 

To reduce the number of people driving alone downtown during peak commute times, we launched a new campaign called #FlipYourTrip to encourage people to commute car-free at least once a week to downtown Seattle. Our message is simple: if you usually drive into Seattle by yourself, commuting car-free once a week is an easy way to do something good for yourself, your city, and your planet.

 

Our SpokesSalmon, Sal, like all salmon who migrate, hates congested commutes.

 

But unlike other salmon, she’s found a solution. In fact, she’s found many solutions. And she wants to share them with humans to help us all find a better way to get to and from downtown.

 

She’s *literally* a fish out of water: awkward and a little weird, but her sardonic wit and playful banter make even the grumpiest Seattle commuter laugh.

 

Don’t take our word for it – watch her talk to commuters on the street about their commute habits!

 

 

We want you to show us how you #FlipYourTrip!

 

Vehicles driving on I-5 North with downtown Seattle in the background.

Image from the @SeattleDOT Instagram page.

 

Spread the word by sharing how you commute car free using the hashtag #FlipYourTrip and tagging @SeattleDOT on social media. Visit FlipYourTrip.org for lots of great ideas on flipping your trip!

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See What’s Moving Seattle: Oct 2 – Oct 6

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Sounder Train in Downtown Seattle crossing railway tracks

Sounder Train in Downtown Seattle

 

 

W E D. O C T 2

 

Lana Del Rey concert: WaMu Theater.  Show hours: 8 – 10:30 PM.  Doors at 7 PM.  Estimated attendance: 7k.

 

T H U R. O C T 3

 

Mass of the Holy Spirit: Procession from Immaculate Conception Church (18th Ave. & E. Marion St) to Seattle University campus at 12th Ave. & E. Marion St.  Seattle Police Department will escort the procession.  Event hours: 11:30 – 12 PM.  Estimated attendance: 200.

 

Seattle Seahawks vs. Los Angeles Rams: CenturyLink Field.  Kickoff: 5:20 PM.  Estimated attendance: 72k.

 

Pacific Northwest Ballet presents Carmina Burana + Agon: McCaw Hall, 7:30 PM.  Estimated attendance: 3k.

 

F R I. O C T 4 

 

Pacific Northwest Ballet presents Carmina Burana + Agon:  McCaw Hall, 7:30 PM.  Estimated attendance: 3K.

 

S A T. O C T 5

 

Washington VisionWalk:  Magnuson Park. Fundraiser for sight-saving research. Event hours: 10:15 – 12 PM.  Estimated attendance: 420.

 

R-Day: Outdoor community celebration of music, art and beer in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood.  Event will close Airport Way S. between 13th Ave. S. and Corson Ave. S. from 12:01 AM to 11:59 PM.  Event hours are 4 – 11 PM.  Estimated attendance: 5k.

 

Pacific Northwest Ballet presents Carmina Burana + Agon: At McCaw Hall.,7:30 PM.  Estimated attendance: 3k.

 

NF – The Search Tour: WaMu Theater.  Show hours: 8 – 10 PM.  Doors at 7 PM.  Estimated attendance: 7k.

 

S U N. O C T 6

 

Tail of the Lake Regatta: Rowing event on Seattle’s Lake Union.  Spectators can watch from Gas Works Park.  Event hours: 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM.  Estimated attendance: 1.5k.

 

Pacific Northwest Ballet presents Carmina Burana + Agon: McCaw Hall, 1 PM.  Estimated attendance: 3k.

 

Double Tenth Flag Raising and Parade: Event to celebrate the national day of Republic of China Taiwan.  Flag raising ceremony at Hing Hay Park followed by community parade.  Event hours: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM.  Estimated attendance: 400.

 

Seattle Sounders vs. Minnesota United FC: CenturyLink Field.  Kickoff: 1 PM.  Estimated attendance: 35k.

 

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Safe Routes to School: Fall Mini Grants Application Now Open!

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Educational materials and bicycle helmets lie on the pavement as people walk by in the background.

 

Our application for Safe Routes to School: Fall Mini Grants are now open! Apply by October 31 for up to $1,000 to fund projects that educate students about walking and biking to school. Public and private schools, parent-teacher associations, and other non-profit organizations are welcome to apply.

 

First, here’s a quick Safe Routes to School 101 pop quiz. 🤓

 

 

Children walking across a crosswalk with a traffic signal and trees in the background.

 

🍎 What is Safe Routes to School?

Safe Routes to School is a national movement to make it easier and safer for students to walk and bike to school. We use a combination of strategies: education, encouragement, engineering, enforcement, evaluation, and empowerment.

 

📏 What is the speed limit around a school zone?

20 mph!

 

📓 What is the speed limit on all residential streets?

All 2,400 miles of Seattle’s residential (non-arterial) streets are 20 MPH, which is the same speed limit as our school speed zones.

 

 

It’s time to apply for our Safe Routes to School: Fall Mini Grants!

 

A group of children and adults carrying flags and posters as part of the Safe Routes to School campaign.

 

These are grants that can be used to fund programs as schools, parent-teacher associations, and community groups to encourage safe walking and biking to school. All public and private K-12 schools and PTAs within the City of Seattle and other nonprofit groups can apply.

 

Funds can be used for a variety of programs, including (but not limited to): Walk and Bike to School Day events, the Walking School Bus Program, the Bike Train Program, the Bike Rodeo, the Student Safety Patrol, pedestrian crossing flags, intersection paintings, and more! It’s time to get creative – what do you want to use the grant for?

 

Safe Routes to School Bike Event

Bike Rodeo at Daniel Bagley School

 

Applying is as easy as ABC, 123! 🌟

 

Just fill out our simple application form and include a letter of support from the school principal. Email or mail your application to:

 

Seattle Department of Transportation
Attention: Ashley Rhead
P.O. Box 34996
Seattle, WA 98124-4996

ashley.rhead@seattle.gov

 

Completed applications are due October 31st, 2019 by 5 PM. Applicants will be notified of awards via email or by phone, and the funds will be distributed early 2020.

 

Lastly, let’s celebrate! 🕺 October 2 is International Walk to School Day.

 

Walk to School Day Banner

 

International Walk to School Day is a global event that involves communities from more than 40 countries walking and biking to school on the same day. Registration to host an International Walk to School Day event is now open. While October 2 is the official focus day in 2019, you are welcome to celebrate International Walk to School Day any day in October!

 

Safe travels!

 

Healthy Refreshments to encourage walking and biking to school

Healthy refreshments to encourage walking and biking to school

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ORCA Comes to the Monorail: All Aboard!

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The ORCA Card program is robust, allowing folks to easily tap onto King County Metro, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Everett Transit, Kitsap Transit, Pierce Transit, the Seattle Streetcar, the King County Water Taxi, and Washington State Ferries. Now, Seattle Center Monorail will join the ORCA family in October!

 

Monorail will begin accepting ORCA starting Monday, October 7. Transit enthusiasts rejoice!

 

Here’s the story:

 

Monorail. Photo courtesy of Niki Seligman.

 

A study was conducted, at the request of Seattle City Councilmembers in 2014, to determine whether ORCA was a feasible fare option to implement on the Monorail.

 

Guess what: it was! Next steps? The process toward implementation.

 

Seattle Center Monorail is a public-private partnership between the city and Seattle Monorail Services (SMS). This meant that talks began between SMS and the City. Next came approval by the ORCA governing board and a partnership between the City of Seattle and King County Metro, who sponsors the Monorail’s participation in ORCA.

 

 

As part of Monorail accepting ORCA, changes will be made to fares.

 

Using ORCA Card at Seattle Center Monorail

 

The proposed fare change for adults is increasing from $2.50 to $3.00. Age classifications will also change to align with the seven regional transit agencies that are members of the ORCA system. All reduced fares will be $1.50 (youth, Regional Reduced Fare Program (RRFP) for seniors and people with disabilities, and ORCA LIFT).

 

 

What will this mean for your Monorail commute?

 

 

Seattle Center. Photo Credit: Scott Webb via Unsplash.

 

 

There are many benefits to using ORCA on the Monorail, including:

  • The ability to transfer from other forms of transit without paying for a new ticket;
  • The ease of using your ORCA card without having to dig through your wallet; and
  • Quick and easy access to a central hub.

 

 

When you arrive at the Monorail station, you’ll give your ORCA card to the Monorail cashier to pay your fare.

 

Squeeze Your Way Downtown

 

Seattle Ferris Wheel.

Seattle Ferris Wheel. Photo by Vincent Camacho, via Unsplash.

 

 

The Seattle Center Monorail has two stops, connecting you directly between the Seattle Center and downtown Seattle. Throughout the Seattle Squeeze, we are all working hard to reduce traffic on our streets as major infrastructure changes impact how we get around downtown.

 

Now, with tolling in the SR 99 tunnel beginning on November 9 which will bring more changes to traffic on our city streets in early November, the monorail’s direct connection in the heart of our city provides an opportunity to cut down on driving and save time on your commute.

 

 

Here’s what the Seattle Center had to say:

“We hope the ability to use ORCA on this vital link between Seattle Center and numerous downtown bus lines and Link Light Rail will result in greater transit use to our theaters, family destinations and other campus venues.”

 

 

The New Arena at Seattle Center is also excited about Monorail’s connection to the Arena!

 

“Transportation is a key priority for us to ensure our fans have a good experience getting to and from events at the New Arena at Seattle Center.

We are excited about the integration of ORCA on the Monorail. We expect Monorail will be a critical connection to get light rail riders (including our employees) to the New Arena at Seattle Center.”

 

 

History of the Monorail 

 

 

Did your eyes glaze over at the word history? Wait, give us a chance! Transit history is not like the others…

 

The monorail was thought up in the early 19th century in Russia, and first implemented in London. The first US debut of the monorail was at the happiest place on earth – Disneyworld. Thanks, Walt Disney! Then, the monorail came to our very own city in 1962 for the Seattle World’s Fair.

 

Now, ORCA and the Seattle Center Monorail are teaming up to create the next chapter for this fun and convenient transit option.

 

For general information about the Monorail, see this FAQ (Our personal favorite question: Are dogs allowed on the Monorail? Answer: YES!)

 

 

 

Person carrying a backpack with two dogs inside.

Photo by SDOT.

 

For more information about ORCA implementation on the Monorail, click here.

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PARK(ing) Yay! Recapping Our 10th Annual PARK(ing) Day Celebration.

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PARK(ing) Day collage showing installations across Seattle.

 

We’re celebrating the 10th anniversary of PARK(ing) Day by highlighting the 40 amazing parklet installations that sprang up in parking spaces across Seattle on Friday, September 20.

 

How people get around Seattle is evolving and so are the needs of people in Seattle. As our city continues to grow, public space that people can easily walk to and gather as a community becomes increasingly important.

 

On PARK(ing) Day, which is held every third Friday of September, people around the world temporarily transform parking spaces into people spaces. This year was Seattle’s tenth year hosting the event.

 

Parklet installations popped up individually across the city, while some popped up in clusters. Located in Columbia City, Capitol Hill, and the University District, clusters featured concentrations of parklets that encouraged people to visit more than one parklet at a time.

 

Looking back at some of our favorite PARK(ing) Day installations. We’re bummed we didn’t get to visit these in a “Little Red Corvette.” 😉🔮

 

PARK(ing) Day collage showing installations across Seattle.

 

A number of parklets were centered on transportation, conservation, and interactive art while others were simply good ol’ fashioned hangout spots.

 

We partnered with the Mayor’s Office and Seattle Parks & Recreation to transform Dilling Way, next to City Hall Park, into an open space for fun and play. For PARK(ing) Day, the cars that are normally parked in Dilling Way were replaced by live music, a hula hoop dancer, picnic games, and people eating lunch.

 

Fremont community members (and some of our team) also broke out a few dance moves at the “Prince Tribute IV” parklet. This was parklet host, Caroline Sayre’s, fourth time providing Prince music, free dance lessons from a neighborhood dance studio, and food (but only if it was purple!) to her community.

 

Caroline’s parklet (and others) truly captured the essence of PARK(ing) Day: with even a little bit of open space, people in the community can come together, connect, and have a lot of fun!

 

An awards ceremony was held in Occidental Square Park at the end of the day. Congratulations to our parklet winners!

 

Drumroll, please… our winners are:

 

  • Pavement Upcycle Award: “Shiga’s One World Pop-Up” by Shiga’s Imports
  • Community Connection Award: “Pup Place Parklet” by Blink
  • Environmental Stewardship Award: “Reduce, Reuse, ReParklet” by JA Brennan Associates
  • Showstopper Award: “Swimmin’ Up Madison!” by Weisman Design Group

 

Thanks to everyone who joined! We hope to see you next year.

 

PARK(ing) Day collage showing installations across Seattle.

 

To learn more about PARK(ing) Day, visit our website! You can also follow along with the day’s events on Twitter by checking out the hashtag #PARKingDaySea2019 and #ComePlayonPARKingDay.

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The Two-Way Columbia St Transit Pathway is On Its Way!

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RapidRide C Line Bus from West Seattle.

 

We’re working with King County Metro to install a two-way transit pathway on Columbia St between Alaskan Way and 3rd Ave, opening to transit in early 2020. This pathway will support all-day transit service between West Seattle and downtown Seattle by creating an efficient and reliable route for buses to access the new Viaduct-free Alaskan Way in early 2020, relocating these routes from 1st Ave and 4th Ave.

 

These changes are crucial to the next step in opening up the Waterfront for transit use and are the final step of the larger project to reconstruct Columbia St to accommodate two-way transit operation.

 

Here’s what you can expect.

 

Click here to download our Columbia St transit pathway flyer:

Two-Way Columbia Street Transit Improvements

Between 1st Ave and 2nd Ave:

 

Map of Columbia St Transit Pathway changes from 1st Ave to 2nd Ave

 

The southern curb lane will be changed to a 24-hour bus-only lane to allow buses to travel eastbound on Columbia St.

 

The existing left turn only lane will be converted to a left turn plus through lane.

 

A new bus signal will be installed at Columbia St and 2nd Ave to keep the new eastbound buses moving.

 

Between 2nd Ave and 3rd Ave:

 

Columbia St Transit Pathway changes from 2nd Ave to 3rd Ave

 

The southern curb lane will be changed to a 24-hour bus-only lane to allow eastbound buses on Columbia St to turn left onto 3rd Ave.

 

The existing westbound through lane adjacent to the new lane will be converted to a left turn plus through lane.

 

A new bus signal will be installed at Columbia St and 3rd Ave to manage the new left turning bus traffic.

 

Which buses will use the Columbia St Transit Pathway?

 

RapidRide C Line in downtown Seattle

 

West Seattle, Burien, and neighboring area buses including the 21x, 37, 55, 56, 57, 113, 120, 121, 122, 123, 125, and the RapidRide C Line will use this new pathway.

 

West Seattle bus riders, we heard you about the extended travel times on 1st Ave through Pioneer Square this summer. Working with King County Metro, we moved southbound buses to 4th Ave S and temporarily moved northbound buses to that pathway while S Dearborn St was closed.

 

Northbound buses will remain on the 1st Ave pathway and southbound buses will remain on 4th Ave S until early 2020, when these buses will move to Alaskan Way and begin using this two-way transit pathway on Columbia St to access 3rd Ave.

 

Keeping buses reliable during the Seattle Squeeze.

 

Ensuring reliable transit in and out of downtown is a priority during the “Seattle Squeeze,” the period over the next five years as Seattle’s downtown continues to change to meet the needs of a growing city. Regional transportation partners including the Seattle Department of Transportation, the Washington State Department of Transportation, King County Metro, Sound Transit, and the Port of Seattle are all working together to keep people and goods moving safely to and through downtown.

 

Want more information?

 

Please contact Jonathan Dong, our Transit Spot Improvement Manager, at jonathan.dong@seattle.gov

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What’s moving Seattle: Sept 23 – 29

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Seattle Street showing fall colors on trees

Falltime in Seattle 📸 @dongho_chang

 

Fall is officially here! And with it, come a full set of fall-tastic things to do! Here’s whats happening this week. Plan your commute accordingly.

 

T U E. S E P 24

 

Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros: T-Mobile Park.  First Pitch: 7:10 PM.  Estimated attendance: 11k.

 

W E D. S E P 25

 

Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros:T-Mobile Park.  First Pitch: 7:10 PM.  Estimated attendance: 11k.

 

T H U R. S E P 26

 

Seattle Mariners vs. Oakland A’s: T-Mobile Park.  First Pitch: 7:10 PM.  Estimated attendance: 11k.

 

Of Monsters and Men – Fever Dream Tour: WaMu Theater.  Show hours: 8 – 11 PM.  Doors at 7 PM.  Estimated attendance: 7k. 

 

Bite of Broadview: Annual festival at Christ the King church in North Seattle.  Festival hours: 4 – 10 PM.  Estimated attendance: 500.

 

Seattle Mariners vs. Oakland A’s: T-Mobile Park.  First Pitch: 7:10 PM.  Estimated attendance: 22k.

 

Vampire Weekend: Father of the Bride Tour: WaMu Theater.  Show hours: 7:30 – 10:30 PM.  Doors at 6:30 PM.  Estimated attendance: 7k.

 

Pacific Northwest Ballet presents Carmina Burana + Agon: McCaw Hall.  Friday performance: 7:30 PM.  Estimated attendance: 3k.

 

 

S A T. S E P 28

 

Walk to End Alzheimer’s: The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.  Fundraiser will take place at the Seattle Center and on surrounding sidewalks.  Event hours are 9 – 11 AM.

Seattle AIDS Walk and Run: Volunteer Park and on surrounding Capitol Hill Streets.  Event hours: 9:30 AM – 3 PM.  Estimated attendance: 1k.

 

Bite of Broadview: Annual festival at Christ the King church in North Seattle.  Festival hours: 10 AM – 10 PM.  Estimated attendance: 900.

 

Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival: 43rd Annual festival at Center for Wooden Boats and Lake Union Park.  Festival hours: 10 AM – 6 PM.  Estimated attendance: 3.5k.

 

Sustainable Ballard Festival: 16th annual Festival at Ballard Commons Park.  Festival hours: 11 AM – 4 PM.  Estimated attendance: 4k.

 

UW Huskies vs. USC: Husky Stadium.  Kickoff : 12:30 PM.  Estimated attendance: 65k.

 

Night Nation Run: The Night Nation Run is the World’s 1st Running Music Festival an ultimate blend of a Music Festival and a Fun Run.  Start and Finish inside CenturyLink Field.  Event hours: 5:30 – 11 PM.

 

Seattle Mariners vs. Oakland A’s: T-Mobile Park.  First Pitch: 6:10 PM.  Estimated attendance: 23k.

 

Deadbeats Seattle:  WaMu Theater.  Show hours: 7 PM – 1:30 AM.  Doors at 7 PM.  Estimated attendance: 7k.

 

Pacific Northwest Ballet presents Carmina Burana + Agon: McCaw Hall.  Performances at 2 PM and 7:30 PM.  Estimated attendance: 3k.

 

 

S U N. S E P 29

 

Bite of Broadview: Annual festival at Christ the King church in North Seattle.  Festival hours: 10 AM – 4:30 PM.  Estimated attendance: 600.

 

Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival: 43rd Annual festival at Center for Wooden Boats and Lake Union Park.  Festival hours: 10 AM – 6 PM.  Estimated attendance: 3.5k.

 

Finding of the True Cross: West Seattle’s Camp Long.  Event Hours: 12 – 6 PM.  Estimated attendance: 1.5k.

 

Seattle Mariners vs. Oakland A’s: T-Mobile Park.  First Pitch: 1:10 PM.  Estimated attendance: 22k.

 

 

 

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Travel Advisory – Climate Change Rallies

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Climate Change Rally showing sign that reads, "Wake Up" above a picture of the earth burning

Climate Change Rally – Photo Credit : @unsplash, Markus Spiske

A series of Climate Change rallies are being held around the downtown area today. Traffic impacts can be expected during these rallies and in front of City Hall between the hours of noon –  3 PM.  The most significant impacts can be expected in the vicinity of 5th (during the movement of the rallies) and on 4th Street in front of City Hall between 12:45 – 3 PM.

 

Seattle Climate Strike and March: 9 AM rally: Cal Anderson Park followed by march to City Hall at 12 PM.  Seattle Police Department will escort the march.  Route: Cal Anderson Park, west on Pine St, south on 5th Ave, west on James St, and north on 4th Ave. onto City Hall Plaza.

Amazon Employees for Climate Justice Climate Walkout: 12 PM march from Amazon Spheres (7th & Blanchard) to City Hall.  Seattle Police Department will escort the march.  Route: from Amazon Spheres, south on 7th Ave, west on Westlake Ave, south on 5th Ave.  At 1 PM march will link up with Seattle Climate March at 5th & Pine and continue as one march to City Hall Plaza.

Visit SDOT Traffic for up to date information on traffic.

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