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Valentine's Day Dinner Cruise
Unforgettable… a romantic Valentine's Day Dinner Cruise aboard a Waterways Cruises luxury yacht with spectacular evening sights of Seattle along the way! Your evening will include a 2.5 hour cruise aboard the Emerald Star on Lake Union and Lake Washington, a champagne toast and Captain’s rose upon boarding, and an exquisite four-course dinner, created by the Waterways executive chef. Live classical guitar and jazz performance will add an extra touch of elegance to this unique Valentine’s Day dinner afloat.
Valentine's Day Dinner menu will include Pan Fried Calamari, Sherried Watercress and Apple Salad, an Intermezzo of Sorbet, and your choice of Entrée - Butter Poached Lobster Ravioli, Filet au Poivre, or Grilled Belgian Endives, followed by a decadent dessert of Rose Scented Crème Brule and Chocolate Covered Strawberries. A full compliment of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages is available for purchase during the cruise, including wine pairings for each dinner course, full bottles of premium champagne or white wine of your choice.
For a prelude to your evening, arrive early and relax at The Lakeside Event Center (the HomePort to Waterways Cruises) as you await boarding of your cruise. The Lakeside bar will open at 5:00pm, offering cocktails along with sweeping views of Lake Union.
Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise departs on Sunday, February 14 at 6:30 pm from the Waterways homeport at The Lakeside Event Center on north Lake Union and returns to the dock at 9:00 pm. Boarding starts at 6:00 pm.
Book your tickets here or call 206-223-2060 for groups of 8 people or more. $99/Adult, $89/Senior or Military.
Chicago at the Paramount
There’s never been a better time to experience Chicago, Broadway’s razzle-dazzle smash. This triumphant hit musical is the recipient of six Tony Awards®, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy® and thousands of standing ovations. A sensational tale of sin, corruption and all that jazz, it’s no surprise that Chicago has wowed audiences from Mexico City to Moscow, from Sao Paulo to South Africa. And now it’s coming Seattle in March!
If you’re looking for your first Broadway musical CHICAGO has everything you could want: knockout dancing, an edge-of-your-seat story and one showstopper after another. If you loved the Academy Award®-winning film, nothing beats the live show, and if you are already intimately acquainted with the musical, experience that sizzle again, Chicago always delivers.
Come on, babe! Head to Chicago the Musical, it's hotter than ever!
Chicago Tickets
Tour de Chocolat
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There's a delicious new way to enjoy Seattle's "other bean" and see the city. The Tour De Chocolat begins with learning about where chocolate comes from, then you get to play in it, and last but not least you get to eat it! Enjoy a point to point tour in a comfortably appointed tour van and enjoy expert tour guides (one per group) who know their way around the city as fluently as they do the nuances of chocolate. Schedule available on their website, meet at The Chocolate Box, downtown 108 Pine Street (near Pike Place Market).
Tour De Chocolat
Jacks Mannequin at the Showbox
Need something to do tonight? Friday February 5th - Showbox SoDo - Showbox presents JACK’S MANNEQUIN with FUN and VEDERA. $25.00 advance at Ticketmaster. $28.00 day of show and at the door. Doors at 6pm. All Ages.
Jack's Mannequin is an American rock band formed in 2004, originally hailing from Orange County, California. The band began as a side project of Something Corporate frontman Andrew McMahon, and comprises guitarist Bobby Anderson, bassist Jonathan Sullivan and drummer Jay McMillan.
Tickets here
Restaurant of the Week
Have you ever been to Il Bistro? This romantic Italian restaurant, just below the heart of Pike Place Market, prepares Italian fare in a romantically lit, comfortable setting that lends itself to casual dining or special occasions. The menu includes red meat and veal variations, balsamic-glazed roasted salmon, Cioppino, sautéed greens and Caesar salad. The rack of lamb with rosemary, red wine and garlic makes a good first impression. Pastas with prosciutto, caramelized onions and herbs are carb classics. Antipasti, carpaccio and sautéed prawns are also on the menu. Italy, California and the Northwest are featured on the wine list and Il Bistro serves late - until 1 a.m.
Il Bistro
Seattle's Easy-to-Use Travel Discount Book
The Seattle TourSaver is the easy-to-use 2-for-1 book full of buy-one-get-one FREE travel coupons. Everything you want to do in Seattle is 2-for-1. Just purchase the book online for $79.95. Once you purchase the book, TourSaver coupons are valid throughout 2010 and this handy, pocket-sized book is the perfect travel guide when entertaining your visiting friends and relatives.
Remember, EVERYTHING is 2-for-1. That includes accommodations, activities, attractions….everything. You can recoup your initial investment with one or two coupons! TourSaver includes buy-one-get-one FREE deals in the San Juan Islands and Victoria B.C as well.
Here are just a few of the deals included:
Argosy Cruises - Royal Argosy Dinner Cruise
Argosy Cruises - Seattle Lake Cruise
Experience Music Project | SFM - Admission to Both
Future of Flight and Boeing Tour - 2nd Admission Free
Gray Line of Seattle - Hop-On/Hop-Off Double Decker
Great Pacific Adventures - Victoria B.C. - Whale Watching
Homewood Suites by Hilton - Pike Street - 2nd Night Free
Island Adventures - Orca Whale Tours from Anacortes
Island Boat Rentals - Victoria BC - Kayak Rental
Kalaloch Lodge - Olympic National Forest
Kenmore Air - Seattle Seaplane Flightseeing
La Conner Channel Lodge - 2nd Night Free
Lake Quinault - Olympic Forest - 2nd Night Free
Market Ghost Tour - Ghost Tour of Pike Place Market
Pacific Science Center - 2nd Adult Free
Renaissance Seattle Hotel - 2nd Night Free
San Juan Excursions - Whale Watching - Friday Harbor
San Juan Island Outfitters - Sea Kayaking/Friday Harbor
Seaport Airlines - Airfare to/from Boeing Field & Portland
Seattle Aquarium - 2nd Adult Free
Seattle Art Museum - 2nd Adult Free
Seattle by Foot - Seattle Coffee Crawl
Seattle Food Tours - Taste Pike Place Market Tour
Seattle Mariners - Safeco Field Tour
Shuttle Express - Seattle City Tour
The Tasting Room - 2nd Wine Tasting Free
Tillicum Village - Blake Island Cruise, Salmon Bake/Show
Tulalip Resort Casino & Spa - 2nd Night Free
Urban Adventures - Emerald City Paddle
Victoria Clipper - Seattle to Victoria High-Speed Ferry
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Golden Gloves Championship
The 62nd annual Tacoma Golden gloves will be held February 5-6, 2010 at the Al Davies Boys and Girls Club and the Tacoma Dome's Exhibition Hall featuring boxers from throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Preliminary bouts will be held on Friday, February 5th starting at 7:00pm at the Al Davies Boys and Girls Clubs. Tickets are available for purchase at the door. Championships bouts will be held on Saturday, February 6th starting at 7:00pm at the Tacoma Dome Convention Center. General Admission tickets are $12.00 and Reserved seats are $27.00. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.
Gold Row seats or VIP seats are also available upon request by contacting Greg Plancich at 253-404-0686. For General Admission and Reserved seats or group seating call Ticketmaster at 253-627-8497.
Tacoma has long been know for its boxing history. The second longest Golden Gloves in the United States, the Tacoma Athletic Commission has partnered with USA Boxing, the Boys and Girls Clubs, and the Tacoma Boxing Club for over 50 years to put on this premier Pacific Northwest event. This event provides the majority of funds used by the T.A.C. for its various charitable causes. This is another wonderful opportunity for local businesses to show their support for the youth of Tacoma and Pierce County.
Tickets Here
NW Flower & Garden Show
For those of you not interested in the Super Bowl, stop by the Northwest Flower and Garden Show at the Washington State Convention Center this weekend, an entertaining floral funfest for you and your friends. The show features thousands upon thousands of flowers and plants with all their rich colors, fragrances and textures.
Enjoy six acres of inspiring gardens, free seminars for all gardening levels, and shopping at 350 exhibits all strictly related to gardening, outdoor living and gardeners. You won't want to miss this spectacular event!
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Super Bowl at Tiki Bobs!
If you're searching for the perfect Super Bowl watch party, look no further! With 12 TV's, a huge projector screen and a state of the sound system, Tiki Bob's Cantina is the best place to be for the game on Sunday! They will have over $500 worth of prizes and giveaways during the game, including an armchair QB toss contest. 50 cent wings, $5 Jager shots and $2 High Life through half-time. Drink responsibly and enjoy the game!
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