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"Really get to know the neighbors, and learn from them what makes the place tick. Gain the trust of your partners and the community so they will make the leap with you. Be prudent and go slow, for there are swift punishments for getting it wrong. Enlist a strong board and listen to them when you disagree, but be stubborn in the big things. Remember the public interest. Never boast."
—"Stim Bullitt, last of the Seattle heroes” by David Brewster, Crosscut.com, April 20, 2009

Lucia Flores-Wiseman graced us with an incredible performance at Magnuson Park Amphitheater last night! 🎹🎶 We’re beyond ...
08/20/2026

Lucia Flores-Wiseman graced us with an incredible performance at Magnuson Park Amphitheater last night! 🎹🎶

We’re beyond thankful for all those who came early to appreciate the lively opening set from The Residency’s Samweli. Join us for our last Pop-Up Concert in the Park of the summer next Wednesday, August 26 at Seward Park Amphitheater. Next up: Cytrus! 👀

Learn more about Pop-Up Concerts in the Park: bit.ly/PopUpConcertsInThePark

Less than a quarter of U.S. adults currently have an up-to-date will. Do you? Estate planning can be tedious and time-co...
08/19/2026

Less than a quarter of U.S. adults currently have an up-to-date will. Do you? Estate planning can be tedious and time-consuming, making it easy to put off for another time.

But now’s the best time! Make-A-Will Month is the perfect reminder to finally create an estate plan and protect the people you love while sharing your values and intentions for the future.

Not convinced? In addition to ensuring your loved ones’ futures are secure, including the organizations you care about in your will also serves as a helpful tax strategy! Learn more: bit.ly/SPFMakeAWill

📸: Suzi Pratt

Just in: Cytrus joins our Pop-Up Concerts in the Park lineup‼️ Add one more concert to your summer plans and join us at ...
08/16/2026

Just in: Cytrus joins our Pop-Up Concerts in the Park lineup‼️

Add one more concert to your summer plans and join us at Seward Park Amphitheater on Wednesday, August 26 at 6:30pm for our last Pop-Up Concert in the Park of 2026!

Our Pop-Up Concerts in the Park series is generously sponsored by Amazon and Seattle Parks & Recreation

Full event details can be found on our website: https://www.seattleparksfoundation.org/event/pop-up-concert-in-the-park-cytrus-at-seward-park-amphitheater/

Artwork by Invisible Creature, courtesy of Seattle Parks & Recreation.

Our Pop-Up Concerts in the Park series continues with Lucia Flores-Wiseman at Magnuson Park Amphitheater next Wednesday,...
08/14/2026

Our Pop-Up Concerts in the Park series continues with Lucia Flores-Wiseman at Magnuson Park Amphitheater next Wednesday, August 19 at 6:30pm! 🎶

Lucia Flores-Wiseman is a Mexican-American singer-songwriter from Seattle whose music blends indie, folk, soul, jazz, and subtle rock into emotive storytelling and soulful vocals. Influenced by Brandi Carlile, Amy Winehouse, and Norah Jones, her artistry carries both raw emotional depth and quiet strength. Lucia has built a reputation for performances that are both intimate and powerful since 2018, gaining national attention as the 4th place finalist on Season 27 of The Voice.

Get there early so you don’t miss an opening performance from The Residency's Samweli!

Our Pop-Up Concerts in the Park series is generously sponsored by Amazon and Seattle Parks & Recreation.

Full event details can be found on our website: https://www.seattleparksfoundation.org/event/pop-up-concert-in-the-park-lucia-flores-wiseman-at-magnuson-park-amphitheater/

Artwork by Invisible Creature, courtesy of Seattle Parks & Recreation.

The Darrius Willrich Trio’s beautiful arrangements contributed to the peaceful, meditative atmosphere at Kubota Garden T...
08/13/2026

The Darrius Willrich Trio’s beautiful arrangements contributed to the peaceful, meditative atmosphere at Kubota Garden Terrace Overlook last night! 🎹🎶

We appreciate the crowd that came out for the concert and are thankful for The Residency’s Nate Spade, whose opening performance helped set the ambience for the evening. We’ll be back with another Pop-Up Concert in the Park next Wednesday, August 19 at Magnuson Park Amphitheater. Next up: Lucia Flores-Wiseman! 👀

Learn more about Pop-Up Concerts in the Park: bit.ly/PopUpConcertsInThePark

Freeway Park is turning 50! 🎉Join us and our partner Lid I-5 at Town Hall Seattle next Tuesday, August 18 to celebrate o...
08/10/2026

Freeway Park is turning 50! 🎉

Join us and our partner Lid I-5 at Town Hall Seattle next Tuesday, August 18 to celebrate one of the most significant urban parks in the country. A panel of experts, moderated by our President and CEO Rebecca Bear, will take the audience on a journey through the past, present, and future: from the evolution of Freeway Park to its impact on the Downtown and First Hill neighborhoods, and all the wins and challenges in between.

📍 Town Hall Seattle: 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA
🕔 Doors + Social Hour: 5 pm | Program: 6 pm

There’ll be a no-host cash bar for drinks, and light food available for free. The panel discussion will be video-recorded and made available online after the event.

Learn more and register: https://www.seattleparksfoundation.org/event/freeway-park-50th-anniversary-forum/

📸: Freeway Park Association

Pop-Up Concerts in the Park resume next week! 👀️Join us at Kubota Garden Terrace Overlook at 6:30pm on Wednesday, August...
08/07/2026

Pop-Up Concerts in the Park resume next week! 👀️

Join us at Kubota Garden Terrace Overlook at 6:30pm on Wednesday, August 12 for an evening of jazz with the Darrius Willrich Trio! 🎶️

Darrius Willrich is a singer, songwriter, pianist, and educator from Seattle. A graduate of Cornish College of the Arts with a degree in jazz piano, he’s taught at Seattle Prep, Seattle Central College, North Seattle Continuing Education, JazzEd, Off The Wall Music, and Seattle Drum School as a piano and vocal instructor. Today, Darrius is the keyboardist for Digable Planets and Shabazz Palaces, and sings in the Michael Jackson v Prince Band (MVP).

Space is a bit more limited at Kubota Garden; arrive early to set up your blankets and chairs and catch an opening performance from Nate Spade with The Residency.

Our Pop-Up Concerts in the Park series is generously sponsored by Amazon and Seattle Parks & Recreation.

Full event details can be found on our website: https://www.seattleparksfoundation.org/event/pop-up-concert-in-the-park-darrius-willrich-trio-at-kubota-garden-terrace-overlook/

Artwork by Invisible Creature, courtesy of Seattle Parks & Recreation.

Six years ago this week, the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) was signed into law! The bipartisan bill funds improveme...
08/07/2026

Six years ago this week, the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) was signed into law! The bipartisan bill funds improvements to infrastructure and expands recreational opportunities in national parks and other public lands. 🏞️

We’re grateful for the resources the GAOA provides, such as permanently funding the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). However, it’s also important to acknowledge our current reality: public lands and waters across the country are increasingly vulnerable to losing protections—and it’s up to us to act. 🗳️ 📧

📸: Patty Tang

UPDATE: Tomorrow’s Pop-Up Concert in the Park with Hard Maybe at Seward Park Amphitheater has been cancelled due to unhe...
08/04/2026

UPDATE: Tomorrow’s Pop-Up Concert in the Park with Hard Maybe at Seward Park Amphitheater has been cancelled due to unhealthy air quality in the region.

While we won’t see you tomorrow, we hope you can join us for another Pop-Up Concert in the Park this summer! Visit our website for the full lineup and more details: bit.ly/PopUpConcertsInThePark

Until then, please stay safe. 💚

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