Seattle - September 05, 2010

Here's the Plan

Seattle Events and Diversions

Fly high.

NOSH
On the Fly
What: Flying Fish’s takeout counterpart is officially open for lunch. We’ll have Thai crab cakes, buttermilk fried chicken, the ham and Gruyere sammie, and chicken tarragon salad.
Why: Peruse chef/owner Christine Keff’s 300-title cookbook collection and check out locally made artisan goods (espresso, pastries, wine) while you wait.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 950 Thomas St. (206-724-0577).

SIP
Vintner’s Annex Opens
What: Ballard’s first-ever wine co-op stocks small-batch vino from five of Western Washington’s finest.
Why: Tastes, flights, and bottles from Alta Cellars, Barrage Cellars, Cuillin Hills Winery, Des Voigne Cellars, and Flying Dreams Winery.
When: Wed. & Thurs., 5-8 p.m.; Fri., 5-9 p.m.; Sat., 2-8 p.m.; Sun., 2-6 p.m.
Where: 5818 24th Ave. NW (206-906-9128).

SHOP
Under-$50 Finds
What: Swirl scoured its closet to bring you the best fashion under $50 from labels like Dallin Chase, Loomstate, and Isabel Lu.
Why: While you’re there, pop in to the Gar-de sale for up to 60 percent off simple tunics, sheer tanks, and solid dresses.
When: You’ve got nothing to wear.
Where: Online at swirl.com.

HEAR
Mark Kozelek
What: The lead singer of Sun Kil Moon and Red House Painters shows off his moody vocals and hypnotic strumming skills during a solo show at Town Hall.
Why: Catch the jack-of-all-trades (see: songwriter, actor, record producer) before he starts another project.
When: Tues., 8 p.m.
Where: 1119 Eighth Ave. (206-652-4255). Tickets ($18) online at townhallseattle.org.

Beethoven’s Violin Concerto
What: Enjoy beautiful excerpts from The Creatures of Prometheus, Opus 43 and Violin Concerto in D Major, Opus 61 during the short, intermission-free concert.
Why: Arrive early and unwind with a glass ($5 each) of wine.
When: Wed. Wine tasting, 6:30 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Benaroya Hall, 200 University St. (206-215-4747). Tickets ($9-$69) online at seattlesymphony.org.

Photo: Courtesy of On the Fly