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Must List: A Literature Crawl, ‘Laggies’ On Screen

What to do this weekend in Seattle

By Seattle Magazine Staff October 23, 2014

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Must See
Local B-Boys Showcase the Art of Breakdancing

(10/23 to 10/26, times vary) Recently, Seattle-based choreographer Amy O’Neal has explored feminism by way of her own kickass hip-hop dance performances. In Opposing Forces, she steps behind the scenes, setting a new dance piece on five local B-Boys from different breakdancing crews, and in the process, questions stereotypes and assumptions in this urban subculture.

Must Watch
Lynn Shelton’s Laggies Now Showing

(Opens 10/24, times vary) Lynn Shelton, local maker of fantastic films (Hump Day, Your Sister’s Sister), is premiering a new movie, Laggies, set in Seattle and starring Keira Knightley and Sam Rockwell. The film has already received raves from the critics, so catch it this weekend at theaters across town, including AMC Pacific Place, starting Friday.

Must Shop
5 Places to Shop in the Chinatown-International District

With a charming array of new and classic shops specializing in global goods from the far east to Scandinavia to the Northwest, the Chinatown-International District continues to fulfill the promise of its name.

Must Make
Mahi Mahi Tacos From New Neiman Marcus Cookbook

Kevin Garvin, vice president of food services for Neiman Marcus will be making a special appearance at its Bellevue locale this Friday, October 24, to talk about his new cookbook, Neiman Marcus Cooks. Here, we give you an exclusive peek into the culinary venture with a tasty taco recipe to make at home.

 

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