Welcome to Seattle Close to Home — a weekly round-up of ideas for time-crunched Seattle-area residents, who want to get outside, volunteer, and eat good food, but don’t necessarily want to drive far (or at all).
Help out by shopping small. The day after Black Friday is Small Business Saturday, where you can support your local economy. Plug in your zip code on this map to find small, independently-owned businesses in your neighborhood.
Join your fellow marathoners. It’s not too late to sign up to walk/run a full- or half-marathon! The Seattle Marathon kicks off at the Seattle Center (5th and Harrison) on Sunday morning, and takes you through downtown Seattle and Lake Union — the full marathon course extends to Matthews Beach on Lake Washington.
Get out! on the ice. From now through the new year, ice skating is available at the Seattle Center‘s Fischer Pavilion and in downtown Bellevue (NE 1st St & 100th Ave NE).
Fuel up in your neighborhood. This weekend, take a break from the kitchen and try a new local restaurant. The Small Business Saturday map shows you places to eat as well as shop.
Leaving the car at home? Metro trip planner and Sound Transit trip planner can help you avoid driving. A walk around your neighborhood for shopping and eating is another great option.
Weather forecast: So far, Sunday looks like the best day to be outside, with mostly cloudy skies and a high around 50. Saturday is forecast to be just a bit cooler with periods of rain.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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