Sports and politics have proven popular topics at Civic Cocktail, so it’s no surprise the last program of the year has already sold out. Host Joni Balter will talk with Daniel James Brown, author of a best-selling book about the University of Washington crew team that won a gold medal in… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Channel is honored to receive eight Northwest Regional Emmy-award nominations from the Northwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS). The municipal TV station’s nominations include overall station excellence with the channel competing against some of the region’s commercial and public television stations. The 2017… [ Keep reading ]
By Brian Callanan What’s wrong with this picture? Well, there’s one person who clearly doesn’t know how to do tai chi – me! I’m surrounded by a class of older adults, very focused on their exercise, led by master Jing Chen Li at the North Bellevue Community Center. I’ve joked… [ Keep reading ]
What does a folk-rock quartet, a garbage dump, a breakdance crew, a fortune-cookie factory, a guitarist, a WWII hero and a proposed sports arena have in common? Answer: they were featured in some of the most-watched Seattle Channel productions in 2016, garnering the most views online (via our website and… [ Keep reading ]
In August 2014, Seattle voters approved a new way to pay for parks, the Seattle Park District – a permanent taxing authority with the power to raise more money than an expiring levy. So how does the Park District work? Which Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities and programs will benefit… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Channel is the recipient of two Northwest Regional Emmy Awards for historic/cultural programming, one for a segment about the Georgetown Steam Plant and another for an animated short film about a local World War II veteran. The city-operated station was recognized Saturday, June 4 at the Northwest Chapter of… [ Keep reading ]
With Donald Trump as the Republican Party’s presumptive presidential nomination, what’s next for Washington Republicans? Plus, how can we use philanthropy to reduce inequality and create healthier communities? Learn the answers to these questions and more at Civic Cocktail, 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 1 at Palace Ballroom, 2100 Fifth Ave. Susan… [ Keep reading ]
Our newest feature, Clickdown 21 is a fast-paced monthly look at 21 of the most popular web hits. In just five minutes, sample bite-sized highlights of Seattle Channel’s (21 on the TV dial) most clicked-on coverage of arts and culture, community and public affairs. From Shakespeare to local rocker Duff McKagan to leaky faucets to lawmaking… [ Keep reading ]
Corporate meets community at Civic Cocktail, 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 4 at Palace Ballroom, 2100 Fifth Ave. Join host Joni Balter for a one-on-one with former Gov. Christine Gregoire to discuss life outside the governor’s mansion and her work as leader of Challenge Seattle, a coalition of regional CEOs who… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Channel is honored to receive 17 Northwest Regional Emmy-award nominations from the Northwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS). The station’s nominations include overall station excellence with the channel competing against some of the region’s commercial and public television stations. The 2016 nominations were announced Friday… [ Keep reading ]
