Category Archives: Entertainment

Seattle’s original night market–Chinatown

Posted on September 24, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ann M.

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Remember the clowns

Posted on August 4, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Donna D. Remember the variety shows, the humor and the clowns? Click this link to watch. Priceless! https://www.theretrosite.com/uploads/videos/6c636bd484d7.mp4

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24 actors looking good at 90++

Posted on June 18, 2021 by Jim deMaine
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Calling all bridge players

Posted on May 8, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Calling all bridge players! The Lifestyle Committee is looking for bridge players at all levels of ability and interest. There will be a meeting on Tuesday, May 11th at 2:00 in the Cascade Room to discuss the feasibility of scheduling … Continue reading →

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Some of the best things to stream

Posted on April 19, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to the NYT

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Tom Lehrer Turned 93 Yesterday: On Aging

Posted on April 10, 2021 by Jim deMaine
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CBS to Rebroadcast Oprah Interview with Meghan and Harry

Posted on March 9, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Just in case you weren’t one of the 17 million people who tuned in to watch Oprah Winfrey interview Meghan and Harry this past Sunday, CBS has made the (obvious, smart) move to rebroadcast the special this Friday, March 12. Last Sunday’s interview garnered … Continue reading →

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Hope it’s not been too blue

Posted on December 25, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P.

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Look who cheered us up at the party

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Please send your party pics to Jim deMaine – thanks.

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Alex Trebek, Longtime Host of ‘Jeopardy!,’ Dies at 80

Posted on November 9, 2020 by Jim deMaine

By Katharine Q. Seelye At a restaurant several years ago, a stranger went up to Alex Trebek, the longtime host of “Jeopardy!” and as strangers often did, tried to stump him. “The American flag flies here 24 hours a day, every … Continue reading →

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The five “masketeers” and pianist perform for us

Posted on November 9, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Having fun and music, these fab five perform to help with fundraising for the Employee Appreciation Fund (EAF) – the lyrics are below Our staff are jolly good fellows Their efforts keep us mellow So do their friendly “hellos”   … Continue reading →

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No candy?

Posted on October 31, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Al Mac!

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What a voice

Posted on October 21, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Paul T!

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On at the Rep!

Posted on October 19, 2020 by Jim deMaine

In partnership with Berkeley Rep, Seattle Rep invites you to a free online broadcast of It Can’t Happen Here, an adaptation of Sinclair Lewis’ darkly satirical political novel. It Can’t Happen HereBy Tony Taccone and Bennett S. Cohen, adapted from … Continue reading →

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Flash mob — children perform

Posted on September 13, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Donna D!

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How did he do that?

Posted on August 15, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann!

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Let’s dance!

Posted on August 8, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann!

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How to fix your airplane when it loses a wheel

Posted on July 26, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks Sybil Ann!

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Creativity during the pandemic – 70 steps to score

Posted on July 16, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary M.!

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Best fireworks ever at Mt. Fuji

Posted on July 4, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Update: Although beautiful, unfortunately these “fireworks” were digitally created. See https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/hunan-fireworks/

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The “magic” of video

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks Yvonne P. – can’t believe how it’s done!

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Math and the clock

Posted on June 30, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks Sybil-Ann!

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Do you know a lot?

Posted on June 27, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks Sybil Ann! This is a quiz for people who know a lot!   These are not trick questions.  They are straight questions with straight answers…  1. Name the one sport in which neither the spectators nor the participants know the … Continue reading →

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Go fly a kite – really!

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Gordon G

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Little Fires Everywhere

Posted on May 14, 2020 by Jim deMaine

This eight park mini-series is free on Comcast’s Watchathon until May 17th. It follows the best selling book closely and is very well acted. PS: Please send along your favorites on Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc. to share.

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