In an age of “alternative facts” and “fake news” and Democratic state attorney generals ready to take on a Trump agenda, a lively civic conversation is likely at the February edition of Civic Cocktail. Tickets are going fast to the Wed., Feb. 1 event at the Palace Ballroom, 2100 Fifth Ave., where… [ 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 ]
Election Day is nearly here! Still need to break out that ballot but have some last-minute questions? Here’s a rundown of our fall general election programming, including coverage of the candidates and key issues at the state, regional and local levels. Should Washington raise its minimum wage, approve the nation’s first… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Channel was named the best municipal television station in the nation when it received the prestigious Excellence in Government Programming award from the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) at the group’s annual meeting held in Austin, Texas, last week. Additionally, the city-operated station won 13 government… [ 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 ]
A new season of eats, drinks and smart talk returns in October when we kick off Civic Cocktail. Join host Joni Balter as we break down the fall ballot initiatives on transit, gun control and climate change. Proponents and opponents of the ballot measures will weigh in Wednesday, Oct. 5 at Palace… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle voters said yes to the housing levy, what’s next? With the shift away from district councils, how will the city broaden civic engagement? How can local government help shape national policy? Now is your chance to ask Mayor Ed Murray about the issues that matter most to you. We’re… [ Keep reading ]
If you plan to hit this year’s Seattle Art Fair, don’t miss Art Zone with Nancy Guppy: Live at King Street Station, my very own freewheeling “pop-up talk show.” For three nights, Aug. 5 to 7, I’ll interview local artists from all genres in front of a live audience in… [ 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 ]
