Summer Fun// Aug 18, 2014
What do Seattle music and arts fans do in August? They get ready for Bumbershoot, August 30-September 1. Bumbershoot is the premiere arts festival in America, with a long, rich history and a remarkable record of attracting major acts. In most major cities, people can’t wait to leave town for the Labor Day weekend. In Seattle, tens of thousands (a day) stay close to home so they won’t miss the Bumbershoot Festival. From Alligators & Debutants to Literary Death Match to The Reverend Horton Heat… we can’t make this stuff up folks… visit…www.bumbershoot.org.
Summer Fun// Aug 18, 2014
Block-by-Block: Inventing Amazing Architecture now at the EMP at Seattle Center
Have any LEGO® fans in your circle? Here’s what’s stacking up at the EMP at Seattle Center. While kids have been using these little studded bricks to build amazing creations since their invention in 1949, these omnipresent toy building blocks are being used for all kinds of amazing creations around the world. Check out models of some of the most noteworthy landmarks on earth built by former LEGO® certified professional artist Dan Parker. Nearly 200,000 LEGO® blocks represent the Space Needle, Chrysler Building, and many more. There is also a hands-on portion of the exhibit where you can create your very own architectural wonder. Suitable for all ages. Hurry, this fun exhibit ends September 1.
Summer Fun// Aug 18, 2014
If you work in one of the Goodman Real Estate buildings — from Pier 70, the Market Square or Pioneer Square — you get the shore side flavor of Seattle’s waterfront. With Seattle weather usually staying summery well into October, why not get a little more in depth look at our working waterfront? Seattle’s Argosy Cruises offers a variety of on-the-water experiences, with one of the most popular being a one-hour narrated harbor tour. Cruise Elliott Bay and hear about Seattle’s history while taking in the colorful waterfront, skyline, and shipping terminals. The magnificent Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges provide the backdrop. It’s a great way to spend an hour… maybe after work or on your lunch break. Cruises depart from Pier 54.
Summer Fun// Jun 18, 2014
Hey, you work hard…Get out of the office once in a while and have some fun! Here’s a peek at some of the fun activities near and dear to those of you ensconced in one of GRE’s quality buildings.
Mariners @ Home
vs. Padres on June 16 (7:10 pm) & 17 (12:40 pm)
vs. Red Sox on June 23, 24 & 25 (All games at 7:10 pm)
vs. Indians on June 27, 28 (7:10 pm games) & June 29 (1:10 pm)
Sounders @ Home
vs. D.C. United in Washington D.C. — June 28 (4:00 pm)
vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC in Vancouver — July 5 (7:00 pm)
vs. Portland Timbers in CenturyLink — July 13 (7:00 pm)
Music and Theater
Gershwin’s Porgy & Bess — June 11 through June 29
The Fifth Avenue
Trader Joe’s Silent Movie Mondays — June 9, 16, 23 and 30
The Paramount
The Price by Arthur Miller — Through June 22
The Allen (ACT)
Passing Strange, Music by Stew & Heidi Rodewald — June 8 through June 29
The Bullitt Cabaret (ACT)
Summer Fun// Jun 18, 2014
It’s summer for heavens sake! What are you still doing in the office? If you’re looking for some weekend or vacation adventure, here are some of our very favorite “off the beaten tracks” activities to add some spark to your summer!
Head to Bellingham or Portland on the very cool and comfortable BOLT BUS. You’ll ride in air-conditioned luxury with Wi-Fi, and you’ll get change back from your twenty-dollar bill!
Every morning the Victoria Clipper takes off from its waterfront pier for the romantic journey to historic Victoria. Spend the day (or three) walking about the historic town, enjoying high tea at the Empress, then cruise your way back to Seattle.
If you like to be off the beaten path… for fun or for a business or social event, check out the radical Snoqualmie Tree-House Point. Your summer plans will definitely be “up in the air”.
