Our current Seattle Civic Poet, Shin Yu Pai, is beginning the final cycle of her two-year commission with a multi-site public poetry installation (6MB slide deck) for National Poetry Month in April. Last year, Pai invited public input on identifying and prioritizing the campaign’s theme. What emerged was a call for short poems on Seattle places relating to sustainability. She received 51 submissions from poets and selected five individuals for inclusion in the project.

Seattle got a dose of heat last Saturday when Bad Bunny pulled up to Climate Pledge Arena as part of his Most Wanted world tour. The show was electric, bringing the energy and vibes the global superstar is known for. From the moment the bass dropped to the final encore, the energy was off the charts, with Bad Bunny performing hit songs like ‘Me Porto Bonito’ ‘MONACO’, and ‘Ojitos Lindos’.

Dr. Orisade Awodola, the president of the Institute of African Centered Thought (IACT), joined host Trae Holiday on the Day With Trae last week to discuss her upcoming African Centered Healing Conference and her new book, African Centered Ancestral Healing.

Written by - Besa Gordon: If there's one thing you know about me, it's that I'm always on the lookout for exciting events with a vibe that everyone can enjoy. So, when I received an invitation to Vibe Bingo in Federal Way, I couldn't resist checking it out. Now, I know what you might be thinking - Bingo? That's something my Gran Gran does! But wait, let me tell you - this isn't your ordinary bingo night. This is VIBE. Bingo.

On March 7th the Seattle Opera in partnership with the King County Library System and NAAM presented A Conversation With Ilyasah Shabazz. It was an inspiring evening with Ilyasah Shabazz, who is the daughter of civil rights icon Malcolm X, also known as Malik el-Shabazz. The conversation included reflection on the legacy of one of the most influential figures in history through the lens of his daughter’s unique perspective. 

#BeliveInGiving - On Saturday, A 4 Apple Learning Center in Seattle’s #CentralDistrict continued their tradition of giving and partnered up with QueenCare and Community Passageways for a coat and shoes giveaway on 23rd and Jackson. Over 200 coats and 200 pairs of shoes as well as books and clothing were handed out for free to community members. Giving back is nothing new for A 4 Apple. Back in November A 4 Apple and Gardner Global teamed up with Converge Media for aThanksgiving Meal Kit giveaway in Skyway and A 4 Apple has hosted several other giveaways including back-to-school and play shoes

KD Hall, a businesswoman, Emmy-nominated filmmaker, and the founder of The KD Hall Foundation, is airing the inaugural episode of her new talk show, Conversations with KD Hall, this Saturday on KING 5. With Newport High School 11th-grader Portia Polo joining as her junior cohost, Hall's show will bring audiences an array of compelling stories and discussions with various guests. Highlighting local and global issues, Conversations with KD Hall delves into numerous topics, from sports and women to health and wellness, all areas Hall has worked in for the entirety of her career.

On a buzzing Friday night, Portland's Roseland Theater was the epicenter of an electrifying atmosphere, hosting a sold-out concert featuring the legendary Too Short and Portland's very own Cool Nutz. The lineup was stellar, with Mikey Vegas, Juma Blaq, DJ Fatboy, and Bad Habit setting the stage on fire, creating an unforgettable night for the city's live music aficionados.

Photos from The Jam Jar - A Creative Atrium on Wednesday, March 6th @ Cafe Racer on Capitol Hill featuring Jimmy James and Shaina Shepherd. Jam Jar is a night of shared magic in which Seattle's favorite songwriters are paired with the city's best shredders for eclectic and powerful nights of music.

Heru Tchaas Amen returned this week for another enlightening segment of Mindfulness Monday on The Day With Trae. Talking with host Trae Holiday, Tchaas Amen spotlighted his recent endeavors working with youth in Federal Way Public Schools.

Just hours ahead of the NHL’s trade deadline, amid conflicting reports about his future, Seattle Kraken forward and alternate captain Jordan Eberle signed a two-year extension that will likely see his playing career finish in the Pacific Northwest. The Kraken keep a producing winger and valuable veteran leader in their locker room for what should be Eberle’s final years.

Last Saturday, Vibe Bingo took over Auburn for their RnB + HipHop edition as a line wrapped around the block with guests excited to play the classic game while catching up with friends and listening to their favorite R&B and Hip-Hop music. The event is taking back the stigma of Bingo not being “cool” while creating a fun and electric environment for locals to come out and have a good time.

Last month, Dignity for Divas celebrated a ribbon cutting in partnership with Champions of Change and One Love that launched a fridge and pantry program at the Diva Dream Academy in South Lake Union. — One Love utilized Champions of Change funding to purchase the necessary equipment to install the fridge and pantry needed for Dignity for Divas to nourish the families they serve, which will be stocked by Feeding Feasible Feast. PHOTOS: Adrian Sims - Create and Blend

Earlier this week, Jennifer Zeyl, the Artistic Director of Intiman Theatre, joined Trae Holiday on The Day With Trae to unveil the exciting lineup of events for March. These events are part of the Share the Love, a peer-to-peer, crowdsourced campaign to raise $50,000 for Intiman's 50th anniversary. This month, on Wednesdays, the 13th, 20th, and 27th, the Theatre will present three showcases highlighting artist responsibility during revolution and political strife. Zeyl emphasized her position as the Artistic Director when choosing productions for Intiman Theatre.

Seattle artists are making impacts around the world. Recently, a group travelled to Mexico City for Mexico Art Week, a yearly event which brings together artists from all over the world to showcase their work. Led by Seattle artist Soulma Ayers, the group installed their work at Progreso #69.

The Annual Northwest Reign Of Style Hair Show & Competition occurred last weekend at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. The Reign of Style Provides Barbers, Stylists, And Cosmetology Schools The Opportunity To Display Their Vast Talents In Different Categories, For MUA’s, Locs, Braids, Barbers And More . Along With The Show & Competition, Educational Classes Are Offered, As Well As Vendor And Exhibit Spaces. - Photos by Seattle photographer Susan Fried.

The Annual Northwest Reign Of Style Hair Show & Competition occurred last weekend at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. The Reign of Style Provides Barbers, Stylists, And Cosmetology Schools The Opportunity To Display Their Vast Talents In Different Categories, For MUA’s, Locs, Braids, Barbers And More . Along With The Show & Competition, Educational Classes Are Offered, As Well As Vendor And Exhibit Spaces. - Photos by Seattle photographer Jordan Somers.

On March 8th and 9th, The Seattle Project and Velocity Dance Center will present their newest showcase, Here Because. This production will feature an array of voices, films, and performances from Seattle's thriving dance community. Amanda Morgan, a prominent Pacific Northwest dancer and co-founder of The Seattle Project alongside Zane Ellis, underscores the driving force behind this exhibition.

In a fun meeting of future and past, the Seattle Reign FC and University of Washington women's soccer team played a preseason friendly that saw the Reign come out victorious with a 2-1 scoreline. 4 former Huskies featured against Washington for the Reign, including Shae Holmes, who played against her sister Jace.

On March 2nd, Africatown Community Land Trust hosted their annual State of Africatown convening at Langston Hughes. Photos by Susan Fried