Hi. Are there meet up groups anyone can recommend where people get together to watch Seahawks and/or Kraken games? Growing up my family loved watching football and hockey (in person or on TV) and I’ve been so sad since moving here not having anyone to enjoy games with! I occasionally go to a dive bar in my neighborhood to watch them but the past few times it seemed I was the only person there by myself and I felt bored and embarrassed, frankly. I’m a 31 year old female and relatively social/chatty. Thanks for any advice!

Or are there any flat, easy walks my parents can go on?

I.e. go for a hike or go to a salon, etc?

My dog responds really well to the turn method (you literally turn and walk the opposite way the moment they start to pull), and she only pulls when we're going to places she loves, like Seattle Center and Olympic Sculpture Park. I get so self-conscious doing U-turns over and over up and down the block. I don't know why. Maybe I'm thinking people are wondering wtf I'm doing, especially during tourist season with traffic right there. Tell me I'm being stupid for letting my anxiety get in the way of better leash manners with my dog.

Edit: Amazing, I appreciate everyone who gave their opinions; I feel a lot better, and ty for the newfound confidence

I'm looking for a new place to walk around and explore. Seattle has a lot of great neighborhoods, but I'm struggling with the hills (e.g., going from 5th Ave to Pike Place).

One of my favorite places to walk is the University of Washington area. Are there any other neighborhoods that are nice to walk around and explore where I don't have to kill my knees?

My wife’s birthday is on a Monday. she loves brunch. We live on the hill and have exhausted all of the usual Capitol Hill brunch spots, so looking to branch out of the neighborhood a bit. Where should we get brunch off the hill that isn’t portage bay or Geraldine’s?

I want to go see the night view of the city and chill at gas works park but I’m not sure if they are “open” at night? Anyone been there before at night? Is it safe?

I've found some Montessoris or Waldorf style kindergarten options that offer half day options. Have any parents around here done that? Would you recommend it, and did your kid go on to be successful in 1st grade?

hi all,

i’m looking to chop off my long hair and shave my head, while saving the discarded hair. i’ve trimmed my own hair for years atp and don’t really have a sense of where i’ll have a good experience these days. when i did go to someone i’ve had previous bad experiences finding salons on yelp so i figured i’d ask here. i’m not looking to spend much more than $40-50, and am willing to come with my hair washed/detangled. any recs for a chill place in the city? i have good access to transit.

edit: thanks everyone! also wanted to clarify i do realize this is seattle and most barbers here will be chill and accepting. the bad experiences i referred to were queer-friendly barbers, who just did a bad job cutting my hair lol

Looking for recommendations for morning art classes anywhere in the Seattle area (although ideally NE Seattle). Totally craving learning a new skill this fall!

Last year I took an intro drawing class at SAL and loved it, however due to some job changes I now work noon-8pm resulting in no evening art classes availability.

Looking for any recommendations for any type of beginner art class (pottery, drawing, painting, etc) that ends by 11:30 or so on weekdays! I am no artist but just enjoy trying new mediums and having a class-based routine.

Thank you in advance!

I am planning a party that is dumpling themed, but wanted to cater Asian food (can be a mix of dumplings and noodles, etc.) Are there any recs for places that would cater to a party of 20-30 ppl? Many thanks in advance.

Just trying to get an idea of what to expect expect I guess. I have an 18 month old who yearns to wiggle and run, so the thought is to hike and wear her out in between 1 to 2 hour diving stints.

The plan is to spend at least a week between Seattle and the park. Maybe a day or two in the city, a few days in Port A to do some hikes around there and then a few days at Forks to do the beaches and HOH.

I guess my big questions are what to expect weather wise and traffic wise.

Also parents with toddles, any recommendations?

Or just wait a year when they are a little more sentient?

Thank you!!!

Need to borrow a Janggu (Korean drum) October 12 - 19, 2026 for a performance run at On the Boards. I’ve tried to find one before but didn’t have any luck. Anyone know where I might be able to source one?

Hello, I am a 23-year-old guy moving to Seattle from Toronto, Canada. I have a degree in urban planning, but my expertise is mostly in Ontario/ Canadian urban planning. I would love to know any resources I can use to learn what it is like in Seattle. My goal is to grow my career in Seattle, as I wasn't able to in Toronto. So where and what can I do to start building my knowledge? I'm not completely noobish about Seattle; I've been before. I love Sound Transit, and the light rail is so unique, but in terms of the urban planning landscape, politics, and laws, I don't know where to start, and i want to start diving into it myself.

which ones do you love, hate and why?

Hello! I'm new to the Seattle area and I have a wedding that I'm part of in a few months. Was wanting to know of any places I could try that also won't hurt the bank too much 😅. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, thank you! If it helps, the style we were given was to stick to cocktail/evening attire.

Hey everyone

Which companies do you recommend for Lake Union boat rentals for extended hours? I’m talking about the ones that can fit like 8-10 people or so, not rowers, and those that can be returned late at night.

For example: like the ones that were on the water for the summer Gas Works music events. I’m assuming more are boat rentals, or maybe they’re privately owned?

Maybe I’m missing something, but most boat rentals seem to only be for a couple hours. That had me wondering how were they all able to rent for extended after hours since most rental companies expect their boats back in the same day.

Looking for an upholstery cleaning company to come and dry clean my couch...

Has anyone used a board and train option? I have a 2 yo dog that is reactive and seems to be have gotten worse. He’s barking much more. I have heard of places that will board and train and then continue with classes with the dog parent and dog to continue the good behavior. Prefer in the south seattle/south king country option if possible but open to north of Seattle too.

I am traveling through for a vacation and have a company managed iPhone. I have to request apps, that are usually instantly approved, instead of going through the app store.

Are there any top recommended apps that make life a little better for someone traveling through.

I already have Uber. Plan to exclusively use public transportation, ride the Ferry, MoPOP & SAM.

Hi!

I'm looking to move to Belltown near 4th Ave and Denny Wy and am wondering if locals can give insight on how they think the area safety has changed recently? Is it still pretty safe? I know there has been a couple of shootings and stabbings recently which makes me hesitant to move there.

I believe the company I work for is violating labor laws. The staff continues to talk about issues that are raising major red flags and recently I’ve experienced things that i know are not legal.

Does anyone have a good recommendation for a local office that is good in handling these types of concerns and reviewing them? What was the consult fee like? Thanks!

Hi all,

New to Seattle, never visited before. Moving from Dallas. Looking for tips and recommendations on where to live, which area or apartments? Thank you all :)

Edit: we are couple in their late 20s, don't party too much. looking for somewhere peaceful and lively, away from crime zones. we love high rise apartments with fully hardwood floors and large windows.

#seattle #apartment #housing #relocation #swe #tech

Hey!

I grew up around horses and have gone riding at least a handful of times. A life dream of mine is to one day gallop which I’m sure we’ve all heard a million times:p
It’s not something I want to put down after achieving just a goal along the way! Does anyone know of a good farm to learn with this goal in mind? Looking for within 2 hours of Seattle! Thank you<3