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SPORTS

All-women’s soccer team Salmon Bay FC kicks off inaugural year with 3-game winning streak and community support

“It’s been wild seeing a women’s team getting this kind of support,” Sarah, a veteran Bushkeeper, told the SGN.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Barbie, Pride, and the power of music at the Seattle Symphony

At this possibly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, the film will play on the screen, with a full orchestra bringing its soundtrack to life, offering audiences a new way to experience Barbie. before.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT : THEATER / STAGE

PNB says adieu to three brilliant dancers at a fabulous season encore

The ballet season in Seattle comes to a rousing end each year when Pacific Northwest Ballet gives an encore performance featuring retiring dancers who are moving from one great career into another.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT : THEATER / STAGE

Kiyon Ross and Rena Butler bring joy and intrigue to PNB’s Director’s Choice

Opening nights in McCaw Hall are always fascinating, especially at the ballet. Its expansive lobbies fill up with early-comers who visit over a drink or poke around the wonderfully overstuffed gift shop.

NEWS : NATIONAL

Stuart Milk: Renaming navy ship “antithetical” to warrior spirit

“Antithetical” is the word Stuart Milk used over and over again when asked for his response to reports that the US Navy is preparing to remove his uncle’s name from one of its ships.

NEWS : REGIONAL

Rainbow flags fly high throughout Western Washington this Pride Month

With targeted attacks against LGBTQIA+ people on the rise from coast to coast, Queer visibility — however large or minimal — speaks volumes to those of us who spent years hiding away: we are cherished, we are worthy of love and respect.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT : BOOKS

John Birdsall takes readers on a delicious journey through LGBTQ+ food history in What Is Queer Food?

Determined to understand how meals have shaped the cultural zeitgeist of the Queer community, author and chef John Birdsall set out to answer the titular question posed by his latest book, What Is Queer Food?: How We Served a Revolution.

OP-ED

Letter to Gov. Ferguson: Do better

The following letter was sent to the SGN (and the governor).

NEWS : SEATTLE

Union announces annual Pride Block Party to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community

The Union Pride Block Party, for guests 21+, will feature bars (indoors and outdoors), DJs, music videos, and more in the heart of the "gayborhood." Free entry (no cover charge!) is provided courtesy of the owners of Union.

FEATURES

Imperial Sovereign Court of Seattle donations

The Imperial Sovereign Court of Seattle, along with the support of the community, was very happy to be able to donate $2,500 to Peer Seattle and $2,500 to Lambert House.

FEATURES

Seattle Basketball Club: Fostering friendships on and off the court

At the Seattle Basketball Club (SBC), we believe that sport is more than competition — it’s community, connection, and collective joy.

SPORTS

How the Seattle Tennis Alliance is building community through LGBTQIA+-inclusive sports

On a weekend afternoon in April at the Amy Yee Tennis Center in Seattle, a group of eight gathered to play mixed doubles. Some had been playing tennis for many years, while for others, this was one of the first times they had picked up a racket.

FEATURES

Hatch: Columbia City’s Queer-owned and gender-affirming hair salon and barbershop

Hatch Hair & Co. is a Queer-owned hair salon and barbershop in the Columbia City neighborhood of Seattle. It is home to a talented team of independent stylists, each bringing their unique expertise and passion to the studio.

FEATURES

The Co-Op Funeral Home of People’s Memorial: Dignified deathcare for a diverse community

When you die, who do you want taking care of you? It’s not something anyone wants to think about, but as Queer people, especially in the current climate, it is a consideration that we don’t have the luxury to ignore.

FEATURES

Where to fill your closet with gender-affirming clothes: T4T Clothing Swap

The Seattle T4T Clothing Swap hosts regular events where Trans people can come and "shop" for all the gender-affirming clothes, shoes, accessories, and other things that their heart desires — all for free, powered by a community donation.

FEATURES

Jonathan Mathews and Kwanchai: A Queer Thai entrepreneur in Seattle

Few can claim the same level of talent and skill as Jonathan Mathews, a local interior designer, a leader in event design and planning, and a producer of high-quality events with culinary delights and crafted spirits.

FEATURES

Red Panda Muay Thai teaches Seattle’s Queer community safety techniques and mutual support

Red Panda Muay Thai martial arts school, which first opened its doors in August of 2024, is dedicated to teaching the art of Muay Thai, with a focus on serving the expansive Queer and Trans community.

SPORTS

Largest LGBTQIA+ hockey tournament in the world expands player opportunities

When Steven Thompson and Joey Gale started the Seattle Pride Classic in 2020 (moved to 2021 due to COVID-19), it was the world’s largest LGBTQIA+ hockey tournament.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT : FILM

New Seattle’s Trans film festival adds to 20-year history

The inaugural Seattle Trans Underground Film Festival (STUFF), by and for Trans people, is planned for October 17–19 at the Northwest Film Forum.

FEATURES

Stitched by the Starz: Sustainable handcrafted fashion

Our designs also serve as a medium for healing and transformation, turning our experiences of growing up in poverty into a powerful expression of resilience, both personal and collective.