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From sea to sky, B.C.
works its magic
by Scott Rice -
SGN Contributing Writer
British Columbia's magic can be a bit overwhelming. It's common knowledge that our immediate neighbor to the north has a lot to offer. From the old-world maritime charm of Victoria to the cosmopolitan urban sophistication of Vancouver, from the young wine country of the Okanagan to the rolling prairies of Dawson Creek, from the im more |
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Lady Gaga takes aim at DADT
by Shaun Knittel -
SGN Associate Editor
Lady Gaga can now add 'Gay rights advocate' to her resume as she has launched an awareness campaign to repeal 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' (DADT). In a moment that could only be described as historic, the international pop icon arrived on the September 12 MTV Video Music Awards red carpet wit more
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Burn the Floor blazing hot
by Eric Andrews-Katz -
SGN Contributing Writer
Burn the Floor
Paramount Theatre
Through
September 19
The great American dancer/choreographer Martha Graham once said, "Dancers are the messengers of the gods." Anyone who has seen the latest production at the Paramount Theatre, Burn the more
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Romantic escape starts at Seattle's Sorrento Hotel and Vancouver B.C.'s Pan Pacific
by Jessica Price -
SGN A&E Writer
Getting away for a bit of romance is as simple as a 10-minute cab ride, or a four-hour train trip, from your doorstep.
THE SORRENTO HOTEL
SEATTLE
www.hotelsorrento.com
A romantic and cosmopolitan getaway is just steps away for Seattleites. more
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Woodmark Hotel: The perfect staycation
by Eric Andrews-Katz -
SGN Contributing Writer
Ever just wanted to get away from it all? Ever just need a breather, even if it's only for the afternoon or just a romantic overnighter? Then the Woodmark Hotel may be just what you're looking for as a nearby escape. Located at Carillon Point in Kirkland, this beautiful property g more
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Road-tripping from Seattle to Monterey
by James Whitely -
SGN Staff Writer
The West Coast is beautiful. With charming cities and towns of all shapes and sizes from Seattle to San Diego, there are plenty of travel destinations for the adventurous driver who wants to see the coast. Whether via Highway 101 or Interstate 5 (if you're trying to save time), almost everywh more
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Where to eat (and eat again) in Portland
by Albert Rodriguez -
SGN A&E Writer
You already know that Portland is three hours away by car or train (www.amtrak.com), and that its comparably smaller size makes it very easy to get around in, and that its open and carefree vibe allows it to be one of the Gay-friendliest cities of either U.S. coast. What you might not know more
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Muddled Rapture not rapturous
by Miryam Gordon -
SGN A&E Writer
Rapture of the Deep
Balagan Theatre
Through September 25
Eric Lane Barnes is a tremendous musician and song composer, and has written wonderfully funny full-length productions starring the Seattle Men's Chorus 'pocket choir,' Captain Smartypants. He has laun more
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The National a perfect fit for Marymoor Park
by Jessica Price -
SGN Contributing Writer
The National
September 11
Marymoor Park
The National are a band that will be forever married to the weather in my consciousness. Lost in the understated intensity of 2007's Boxer a few springs ago, I was overtaken by a momentary hailstorm one gre more
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Seven Deadly Sins' SLOTH party slouches toward Neumos
by James Whitely -
SGN Staff Writer
Seven Deadly Sins: SLOTH dance party
September 18
Neumos
The next sin is here. On Saturday, September 18, Neumos is hosting SLOTH, the fourth dance night of the Seven Deadly Sins party series created by Two Knights Events.
'Guests can expe more
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A Dyke About Town: Dr. John rocks,
Storm go to the Masters
by Mercy Moosemuzzle -
SGN Contributing Writer
Dr. John
Mercy was joined by her friend, Deliciousness, herself a Louisiana native, for Dr. John's performance at Jazz Alley. Deliciousness said, 'I've been listening to Dr. John for 40 years, and I still can't understand a word he says.' In his long, braided hair, more
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