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September 26th, 2008
Oh right. A friend recently brought to our attention the cold weather and hazy fog that's been hanging around downtown. For a while we thought it might be signs of a coming supernatural disaster—or perhaps a new M. Night Shyamalan flick being filmed in correlation with the new H&Ms, but then we figured it out. Fall. Apparently that last week of summer never happened, and we just kind of forgot about it, what with football season and beer festivals every weekend. All in all, it really has been a nice transition. |
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| 1 | The Art of Living Sometimes, it's hard to know if that new pair of designer jeans makes us look suave—or just stupid. If we are going to fork over the money for some new high-quality threads, we want to know that it's well spent and will make us look, well, suave. Thanks to Presence, a small men’s and women's boutique near Harvard Exit, we can get that reassurance and know it's as genuine as the top name brands that fill the store. Labels such as Bread, 4 You, WESC, and English Laundry are among the staples that Presence diligently seeks out and stocks to keep you up-to-date and looking good. Inventory does rotate, so something great on Monday may not be around on Friday, but a great selection of unique shirts and shoes rounds out the guys' section for when you need a complete overhaul. Drop by the store and remember that the owner will take care of you and won't be shy about saying “no” when you try something on that doesn't work for whatever reason. And tell them SPFM sent you. Presence Art of Living |
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| 2 | Hideout on First Hill Everyone needs an escape. Whether it's from work, people, worries, or daily life, it's always good to gain some distance from your troubles. The classic destinations include a good The appropriately named Hideout on First Hill is just what you want it to be. It's hard to find and dark inside for those wanting obscurity, it's plastered with art for those that complain about SAM's ban on Bloody Marys, and it sports a vending machine near the back that dispenses objets d'art and objets stupide if you have a twenty weighing you down. You might not be familiar with all the drinks on the menu, but you will find that they are all prepared with great booze and honed skill. The signature cocktails come with a surprise related to their name and happy hour lasts till 7 pm. Hiding out has never been so fun. The Hideout |
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| 3 | Smoke like a Sailor Growing up dad used to take us to the local tobacco store. We would wander aimlessly throughout the store, eyeing the pipe tobacco and cigars. So when we recently came across F.K. Kirsten Tobacconist in the Fisherman's Terminal, there was quite a bit of nostalgia to the experience. When you first enter F.K Kirsten Tobacconist, you will notice how the store is decked out in a nautical theme; an appropriate reference to the founder's sail to the new world over 100 years ago. Roam the shop freely and enjoy their vast selection of imported and domestic cigars, humidors, lighters, flasks, knives, and even a tobacco bar with more than 23 house blends. But their mainstay is their own signature line of tobacco pipes. You can customize your dream pipe to your specifications by choosing among a variety of stems, bowls, mouth pieces, and color. F.K Kirsten Tobacconist is still very much a family owned business, and they just recently opened up a downtown location at Westlake and Denny to further enrich your tobacco choices. F.K. Kirsten Tobacconist (Fisherman's Terminal) F.K. Kirsten Tobacconist (Downtown) |
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| 1 | Power to the People Our fave is this one by Seattle Designer FlewTheCoop. As an SPFM reader, just enter the code SEAPICK for a full $20 off of your purchase. |
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| 2 | The Ice Man Cometh A big dilemma in the state of Washington: Most alums of WSU live in Seattle. So when those who love a cold drink need ice (yes, even on a crisp day) they better buy a lot, after all it's a long drive, right? Wrong. Pick up one of these handy portable ice makers. Great for any outdoor soirees, you simply plug in and add water. Enjoy the pre-game Martini. |
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| 3 | Gear of the Year Ever been on a trip watching movies on your laptop, but really wished you were watching the Sonics game on FSN? Pick up the Slingbox Pro and you won't have a problem. This baby connects your cable/satellite box and your Internet, enabling you to watch every channel you get at home on your laptop (plus stuff you've TiVo'd) from anywhere in the world with a broadband connection. This will be at the top of our Christmas wish list. www.slingmedia.com |
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Hip Happenings: |
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| 1 | Puttin' On the Ritz This sale is so big it only happens once a year—the Tux Shop’s Annual Warehouse Sale. It’s happening in all four locations, with hundreds of new and used tuxedos, shirts, vests and ties at unbelievably low prices. Just in time for the holidays! And wedding season… or just to invest in a great suit. What: Tux Shop’s annual warehouse sale |
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| 2 | The Four Horsemen of the Footballacolypse We usually like to switch it up when it comes to our football-viewing venues. Hell, sometimes we even get clearance from the warden to have friends over. But with The Bookstore Bar's All-Day Sunday Happy Hours, featuring $5 specials on Beers, Brats, Bloody Mary's and Burgers, we'll make ourselves scarce more than ever. What: Sunday Tailgate |
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| 3 | Come One, Come All One of our favorite hotels, the Sorrento, is known for being the most romantic hotel in Seattle, and they are kicking things up a notch with their new "He-She, He-He, She-She, Whatever Package." Whatever your preference, enjoy champagne, strawberries, complimentary bubbles for the tub and more, on a sexy in-city getaway for two. What: He-She, He-He, She-She, Whatever Package |
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| 4 | Pop Pop in the Attic Neptune Coffee is hosting another Arrested Development Trivia night. There will be prizes, socially awkward moments and great coffee. Trivia is free, but it's suggested that you arrive early to get a good seat. Dust off your DVDs, and gather your friends and try to beat the previous champs. What: Arrested Development Trivia Night |
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| 5 | Books for Your Case The Friends of the Seattle Public Library are hosting their second book sale of the year. Art prints, books, software, sheet music, and DVDs are available. It's a great way to support the library while filling those spaces in the shelves of your new salvaged-wood bookcase. Oh, and may we suggest reading them, too. What: Book Sale |
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| 6 | Play Golf to Save Lives Willows Run Golf Course in Redmond is hosting a Tee Off Against (Human) Trafficking event on Sunday, Oct. 5. Proceeds go to protecting and stopping the practice of trafficking via Eastside Women of Purpose. Ticket costs are tax deductible. What: Charity Golf Event |
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