If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, Puget Sound area grocery stores offer prepared Thanksgiving dinner to go. The deli and catering department at your local grocery store are experts at preparing holiday favorites with Northwest style and flair. Pre-order a turkey dinner from local grocery … [Read more...] about Affordable Thanksgiving turkey dinner to go
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What’s closed and open Veteran’s Day Nov 11, 2020
2020 Federal Holiday Dates Wednesday, January 1: New Year’s Day Monday, January 20: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (3rd Monday in January) Monday, February 17: President’s Day aka Washington’s Birthday (3rd Monday in February) Monday, May 25: Memorial Day (4th Monday in May) Saturday, July 4 (observed … [Read more...] about What’s closed and open Veteran’s Day Nov 11, 2020
Veterans Day free meals and shopping discounts
Most of the Veterans Day deal below are free meals and shopping discounts for veterans and active duty personnel. A few are also available to the general public. For meaningful events honoring veterans, see our list of Veteran’s Day parades and commemorative events. Free meals and discounts on food for Veterans … [Read more...] about Veterans Day free meals and shopping discounts
Voter’s Guide for the Puget Sound region
Our voter’s guide covers information about registration and voting in Washington State, especially for voters in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area and around the Puget Sound basin, including Skagit, Snohomish, Island, Kitsap, King, and Pierce counties. Listed below, you'll find information about registering, voting by … [Read more...] about Voter’s Guide for the Puget Sound region
Free comic book days
Free Comic Book Days are simply what is say. Comics from well-known publishers like DC Comics and Marvel Comics are given away free. Participating comic book specialty shops across North America and around the world give away comic books--absolutely free--to anyone who comes into their shops. Don't expect to … [Read more...] about Free comic book days
All about daylight saving time
Most of the United States begins Daylight Saving Time at 2:00 a.m. on the second Sunday in March and reverts to standard time on the first Sunday in November. Officially, the time change occurs each designated Sunday at 2:00 A.M. However, most of us reset clocks before we go to bed so that we wake up and know the … [Read more...] about All about daylight saving time
Seattle Seahawks 2020 season local food deals
Don’t miss Seahawks game day and Blue Friday Specials at restaurants during the 2020 Seattle Seahawks football season every September through December. Seattle Seahawks 2020 regular season schedule WEEK 1 Sun 09/13 10:00 AM PDT at Atlanta Falcons WEEK 2 Sun 09/20 5:20 PM PDT New England Patriots at … [Read more...] about Seattle Seahawks 2020 season local food deals
RV rental: great for fall & winter travel, home office space, holiday overflow
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Sponsored by RVshare.com It's common to rent an RV or motor home for summer travel. But there are other times of the year, and many great reasons, for renting an RV – weekend getaways, holiday travel, or just some extra space at home. In many parts of the Pacific Northwest, fall is the perfect time to get … [Read more...] about RV rental: great for fall & winter travel, home office space, holiday overflow
Best things to buy in October
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to the next. Here are the shopping highlights for October in Seattle stores. The items listed below are typically offered during the month of October. Shopping may be limited to online purchases. But … [Read more...] about Best things to buy in October
October events and entertainment
Our October events calendar features virtual and live events. We'll continue to update this calendar throughout the month as many organizers announce new online content and event dates. October holidays and special events include Indigenous People’s Day, October 12 (aka Columbus Day) and Halloween, October … [Read more...] about October events and entertainment
Free things to do in October
Listed below are the free things to do in October. For all events on our calendar, free and paid, visit our October events calendar. October 2020 free events and things to do Featured Events: The items listed first each day HIGHLIGHTED in GRAY are FEATURED EVENTS. Featured events are unique or annual events that … [Read more...] about Free things to do in October
13 best nature walks to see Seattle fall color
In an average year, the best time to see Seattle fall color is the first two to three weeks of October. Fall foliage in Seattle is particularly vibrant after dry, hot summers. In 2020, most of Washington State is experiencing "neutral" conditions with average rainfall and temperatures, which means we've had some hot … [Read more...] about 13 best nature walks to see Seattle fall color
Getaway: 11 scenic drives for Washington State fall color
If you are seeking Washington State fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives throughout the counties in the Puget Sound regions. The colorful fall foliage is often set against deep green evergreen trees, with lakes, waterfalls, and snow-capped mountains completing the vista. After dry or hot summers, … [Read more...] about Getaway: 11 scenic drives for Washington State fall color
Free and cheap things to do today
Note: Many events are cancelled through the weekend due to the smoke from wildfires. You may want to confirm before heading out. Here are some links to information about fires in the Northwest: WA State Department of Natural Resources (DNR): Information on Wildfires WA State DNR: WA Fires Situation Snapshot … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do today
45 free and cheap things to do on Labor Day Weekend
Below is a list of free and cheap things to do you can do for the Labor Day holiday, September 4-7, 2020. It’s a collection of links to information found on Greater Seattle on the Cheap as well as our “mother ship”, the national Living on the cheap website. What is Labor Day? Labor Day is a federal holiday, … [Read more...] about 45 free and cheap things to do on Labor Day Weekend
September events and entertainment
Our September events calendar features virtual and live events. We'll continue to update this calendar throughout the month as many organizers announce new online content and event dates. September holidays and special events include Labor Day (first Monday, September 7, 2020), the first day of school (September 4 … [Read more...] about September events and entertainment
Free things to do in September
Listed below are the free things to do in September. For all events on our calendar, free and paid, visit our September events calendar. September 2020 free events and things to do Featured Events: The items listed first each day HIGHLIGHTED in GRAY are FEATURED EVENTS. Featured events are unique or annual events … [Read more...] about Free things to do in September
Best things to buy in September
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to the next. Here are the shopping highlights for September in Seattle stores. The items listed below are typically offered during the month of September. Shopping may be limited to online purchases. … [Read more...] about Best things to buy in September
National Coffee Day freebies & discounts Sept 29
Local coffee roasters and national retailers are celebrating National Coffee Day with freebies and discounts on National Coffee Day, September 29: Seattle coffee roasters & cafés Ladro Coffee Roasters & Bakery has 16 cafés to serve you. You will find the same great coffee and fresh-baked goods at any … [Read more...] about National Coffee Day freebies & discounts Sept 29
How to get the most from the Northwest Flower & Garden Show
Garden lovers be sure to mark you calendar for one of the largest flower and garden shows in North America, the Northwest Flower & Garden Show in Seattle at the Washington State Convention Center from February 17-21, 2021. The Northwest Flower & Garden Show in Seattle offers 20 stunning display gardens and … [Read more...] about How to get the most from the Northwest Flower & Garden Show
Big Seattle Boat Show on and off the water
The Seattle Boat Show is the West Coast's Largest Boat Show featuring more than 1,000 recreational watercraft, from stand-up paddleboards to superyachts and everything in between. The Boat Show also has acres of accessories, all the latest gear, and free boating and fishing seminars, including low-tech and high-tech … [Read more...] about Big Seattle Boat Show on and off the water
Air shows in the Puget Sound region
Seattle made aviation history in 1916 when William E. Boeing and Navy Lt. Conrad Westervelt formed the Boeing Airplane company, and hired self-taught aviation tinker Herb Munter to build the company's first aircraft, the B&W seaplane. Read more about Boeing and Early Aviation in Seattle at historylink.org, … [Read more...] about Air shows in the Puget Sound region
SketchFest comedy festival in Seattle
SketchFest Seattle is the world's ORIGINAL sketch comedy festival. The Fest has established a reputation for presenting the best and most original comedy from places near and far. Every year SketchFest brings together the most talented and hilarious comedians to be found around the globe, pairs them with the best … [Read more...] about SketchFest comedy festival in Seattle
Ultimate Guide to free spray parks, wading pools, beaches
Note: Spray parks, wading pools, and beaches are closed in summer 2020 until further notice. Our website provides information for six counties: Skagit, Snohomish, Island, Kitsap, King, and Pierce. As of August 2020, five counties are in Phase 2. Only Island County is in Phase 3. More info: … [Read more...] about Ultimate Guide to free spray parks, wading pools, beaches
Free parks pop-up in Seattle once a year
Seattle PARK(ing) Day happens only once a year, on the third Friday in September. This international event raises awareness about the importance of walkable, livable, and healthy cities and helps people re-think how our streets can be used. In Seattle, it's an opportunity for anyone who wants to (temporarily) … [Read more...] about Free parks pop-up in Seattle once a year
