Culture Seattle to host its first literary festival in 18 years This weekend, Town Hall’s new celebration of writers aims to fortify the spirits of our City of Literature. by Paul Constant / September 14, 2022
Culture NW comic book chronicles Japanese Americans who fought internment Created by local writers and artists, ‘We Hereby Refuse’ illustrates untold true stories of heroism with vivid graphics. by Paul Constant / June 7, 2021
Culture Seattle’s Short Run comics and arts festival is in it for the long run Forced to cancel the 10th annual edition of the beloved small press event, organizers have three books and a new space in the works. by Paul Constant / May 17, 2021
Culture A 2020 bright spot: this comic book about a Seattle goat boy The new graphic novel from Fantagraphics sets mad science and social commentary in a familiar landscape. by Paul Constant / August 5, 2020
Opinion More than books: The case for passing Seattle's library levy The Seattle Public Library does far more than contribute to the intellectual life of our city. by Paul Constant / July 16, 2019
Politics Everett archivist hands over the keys to legendary NW folk library Bob Nelson by Benjamin Lukoff / November 14, 2011
EMP's new exhibit shows how Nirvana rocked the world Instruments used by members of Nirvana on display in 'Nirvana: Taking Punk to the Masses' at EMP by TravisHay / April 27, 2011
The story of Nirvana's rise from Aberdeen to the world stage A cardigan sweater often worn by Kurt Cobain is prepared for display. by TravisHay / April 12, 2011
Politics Niehaus Way South: a nice tribute, or half of one anyway The new 'designation' for one stretch of First Avenue South will honor the late Mariner broadcaster without fully renaming the street. Here's why that's a good thing. by Benjamin Lukoff / April 4, 2011
Tech 'Star Wars' and science: an exhibit with galactic potential The traveling exhibit 'Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination' opens this weekend (March 19-20) at Pacific Science Center and runs through May 8. by TravisHay / March 19, 2011