This week in Seattle we have everything from a little conversation between cultures (complete with breaks for tea), to Seattle architecture, and a record of our musical past. Enjoy a little literature with your Summer! more ›

INSIDE OUT: Audiophiles are pedestrian addicts, and we mean that in a nice way, mostly. Though rarely going to destructive lengths for that next sonic fix, there's little they won't do -- if they can afford it -- to reach the upper echelons of high fidelity, surrounding their heads with the newest means in order to pleasure their growing needs. Well, if surround sound is smack, then Tuning the Air is an organic, opium den. Again, in a nice way. Nine acoustic guitarists encircle the small audience, playing off each other and using spatial techniques to titillate the ears of sitting listeners. The group's repertoire includes classical, ambient, rock, and minimalist music. Tonight's performance is the last of the 2010 season. more ›

We at Seattlest began gushing weeks ago about the City Arts Festival, scheduled to blow through multiple venues in Seattle for four days later this month. This year's inaugural lineup includes Cat Power at the 5th Ave. Theatre. Cat Power (aka Chan Marshal) is well known for her ability to create a timeless quality to her music, which we attribute to her rootsy songwriting, music craftsmanship, and uniquely beautiful voice. Her excessive cigarette smoking and on-again, off-again penchant for alcohol only adds to her appeal as a legend in the music community. more ›

EAT LOCAL NOW: An evening dedicated to local and sustainable food sources. The 7th Annual dinner, presented by Sustainable West Seattle, CoolMom, Herban Feast, and The Seattle Good Business Network, features an all local menu, local and sustainably produced beverages, and speakers active in the local food system. Herban Feast chef Dalis Chea will prepare the meal. There will be local exhibitors with barrels full of information, a silent auction, and music. Proceeds will go to further support the local food economy. For those already engrained in the local food system or for newcomers hungry to know more about sustainable living, this is the perfect event to satisfy those green eating needs. more ›

FELLINI FINITO: Tonight's the last night of SIFF's presentation of Federico Fellini's remains his masterpiece. more ›

Once upon a time in a land not so far, far away, our head exploded. more ›