News and Features
‘We belong out there’: How the Nordic concept of friluftsliv — outdoor life — could help the Pacific Northwest get through this COVID winter
From The Seattle Times – a Nordic perspective on how the outdoors can be a space of solace and connection regardless of the time of year might inspire new traditions during a winter of COVID in the Pacific Northwest.
Port announces new names for six parks along the Duwamish River
From Port of Seattle – 6 parks along the Duwamish River are renamed to honor the histories and legacy of Native land.
Burien’s Día de los Muertos celebration will last until Nov. 15
B Town Blog -Burien is celebrating Dia de los Muertos until November 15th. Check out this page for videos and resources about celebrating Day of the Dead.
The History of the Sea Mar Museum
From The Sea Mar Museum – In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Sea Mar Museum presents a snippet of the history of the Latinx community in Washington.
Remembering Phil Hayasaka, Asian American and Civil Rights Activist
From South Seattle Emerald – Long time Asian American Civil Rights activist Phil Hayasaka recently passed away, but his legacy is alive and growing.
An exhibit and film comes home to Lummi Nation
From Vashon Beachcomber – “Whale People: Protectors of the Sea” tells the story of the killer whale and how Native Nations are stewards of the Salish Sea ecosystem.
Worshipping the Moon Goddess
From Taiwanese Daughter – Seattle writer and photojournalist Sharon H. Chang reflects on her Taiwanese American identity and the Autumn Moon Festival in this piece.
La Historia de Blas Andrés Felix Indígena Otomí
From Real Change – Blas Felix is an immigrant and activist and shares his story advocating for immigrant and Indigenous rights.
From “My Unforgotten Seattle” by Ron Chew, Chapter 68: A Trip to My Father’s Village
From International Examiner – Community activist, leader, and journalist Ron Chew shares an excerpt from his recently released memoir.