Seattle TravelGram Newsletter
Alice in Wonderland on IMAX
Moviegoers are lining up to experience Alice in Wonderland in amazing IMAX 3D at Pacific Science Center's Boeing IMAX Theater. Through the power of IMAX 3D, audiences will fall down the rabbit hole with Alice, join the Mad Hatter's tea party and be completely immersed in the fantastical world of Tim Burton's Wonderland.
Digitally re-mastered into the unparalleled image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience® through proprietary IMAX DMR® technology, Alice in Wonderland An IMAX 3D Experience debuted concurrently with the nationwide theatrical release from Walt Disney Pictures. With crystal clear images, laser-aligned digital sound and maximized field of view, IMAX provides the world's most immersive movie experience.
Pacific Science Center's Boeing IMAX Theater is located at 200 Second Ave. North, under the arches, near the Space Needle, in Seattle. For information on tickets and showtimes, please call 206/443-2001 or visit the website at www.pacificsciencecenter.org
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There's more info at Seattle TourSaver.com
Sip into Spring
Clothes for Kids would like to invite you to join them for a fabulous evening of wine and cheese tasting as they "Sip into Spring". Along with the great food and drink, baskets will be raffled. All to support a great cause, Clothes for Kids, who serve hundreds of children each year throughout Snohomish County.
Wine is provided by Patterson Cellars, an award-winning, winery in Woodinville. Cheese parings are done and presented by Robert Foley, Deli and Cheese Manager of Central Market Mill Creek.
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THIS SUNDAY! 4th Annual Bags and Bottles Event
The stars have come out to show their support for Bags and Bottles, an annual silent auction and wine tasting event taking place this Sunday, March 14, at the Westin Seattle, 1900 5th Avenue in Downtown Seattle. This important event benefits Gilda's Club, a supportive place for those living with cancer. Hundreds of handbags will be up for auction, including more than 15 signed and donated by celebrities. Attendees can walk away with a styling bag signed and donated by such personalities as Tina Fey, Sharon Osbourne, Scarlett Johansson, Rachel Ray, Carol Burnett, Olivia Newton John, and more -- including a specially decorated bag by famed glass artist Dale Chihuly.
More than 30 Northwest wineries will be on hand to showcase their newest releases, while the latest designs from Seattle's hottest bag stores will be on display for purchase. What's more, "hot" firefighters will be on hand to sell and sign their sizzling 2010 calendars! Fashionista Joan Kelly from Seattle's Fashion First Annual Fashion Show serves as emcee/auctioneer, and attendees are encouraged to bring a new or barely used bag for the silent auction. Tickets are $40, and can be purchased by clicking here
Rockin' Tribute to David Bowie
STG Presents Seattle Rock Orchestra at The Moore Theatre in Seattle on Friday, March 26, 2010. Seattle Rock Orchestra (SRO) pays tribute to the glam rock years of David Bowie, featuring 70 piece orchestra, backing band the Kindness Kind and guest vocalists Jon Auer (the Posies), David Terry (Aqueduct), Nouela Johnston (People Eating People), Tim Keller (Discs of Fury), Tom Beecham (The Raggedy Anns), Ian Williams (The Thoughts), Alessandra Rose (The Kindness Kind) and many more. The Kindness Kind opens. SRO is directed by bassist and orchestrator Scott Teske.
Comprised of some of Seattle's best freelance classical and pop musicians, the Seattle Rock Orchestra collaborates with bands and artists to produce one-of-a-kind symphonic shows. Formed in December of 2008, SRO has since accompanied favorite local artists such as Jeremy Enigk, Jesse Sykes, Damien Jurado and Rosie Thomas, and bands Black Swedes, Exohxo and Grand Hallway. Most recently SRO performed a tribute to the Arcade Fire, performing their iconic album 'Funeral' in it's entirety with help of guest vocalists from the likes of The Purrs, Hey Marseilles, with Friends Like These, The Kindness Kind, Shenandoah Davis and others.
Check out their MySpace Page
Tickets Here
Go Green this St. Patties!
Green drinks are a calling this St. Patrick’s Day and there is a seat and a cocktail with your name on it at The Bar at Pan Pacific Hotel Seattle.
Enjoy the Go Green, a whimsical and green concoction, which is mixed with refreshing Cucumber DRY Soda, along with Pear Vodka, and Pucker Sour Apple Schnapps. Pucker up as this one might be your lucky drink!
If something smoother is more to your liking, then try the Irish Pride, with Pear Vodka, Triple Sec and Cucumber DRY Soda.
Both cocktails, served in a martini glass, are $10, and will be offered on Wednesday, March 17 in The Bar at Pan Pacific Hotel Seattle.
Check it out
Sounders Game
The Seattle Sounders FC will play against the Philadelphia Union in a MLS regular season match-up on Thursday, March 25 at 6:30pm. The Sounders are led by former American international goalkeeper Kasey Keller, Swedish playmaker Freddie Ljungberg, and scoring dynamo Fredy Montero. 2010 marks the second season the Sounders will compete in the MLS, after finishing an impressive 4th in the league in their inaugural season.
Restaurant of the Week
This weeks pick is Mamma Melina! You will feel immediately transported to the Old Country when you walk in to this cozy, warm and romantic restaurant. The family moved here from Italy in 1989 and have since been running the joint with the same attention and grace as you would do in your own home.
A piano player sings Italian tunes and takes requests on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Whether you are looking for a family gathering, a romantic dinner, a birthday celebration or just entertaining friends or coworkers, Mamma Melina will surpass your expectations. The Varchetta family promises good service, great food, great atmosphere and fair prices ($9 to $16 on average for food, and wines start at $17).
Reservations Recommended.
Mamma Melina Online
Teatro ZinZanni
Part circus, part dinner theatre, Teatro ZinZanni is a big night out unlike any other, a three and a half hour whirlwind of international cirque, comedy and cabaret artists all served up with a five-course feast designed by celebrated Northwest chef Tom Douglas.
An ever-evolving and constantly changing production, Teatro ZinZanni combines improv comedy, vaudeville revue, music, dance, cirque and sensuality into a dizzying and colorful new form that is never quite the same from evening to evening. The fast-paced action of the show unfolds above, around and even alongside the audience as they dine on a gourmet meal. Teatro ZinZanni is guaranteed to dazzle.
Teatro ZinZanni
