Shell-come to urban science class 🐌

The largest moon snails in the world live in the Puget Sound. Even though the Lewis’ moon snail’s shells come in at a whopping six inches in diameter, these aquatic gastropods can be hard to find. Urban naturalist and author Kelly Brenner gives us the low-down on how to spot one.

Legendary Squire Shop hydroplane roars back after restoration

Boat racing fan Gary Laws initially thought the idea to restore the vintage Squire Shop hydroplane was a little farfetched. But when he finally got on board, an enthusiastic community pitched in to get the dilapidated boat back on Lake Washington.

1970s audio uncovers impassioned speech by activist at hearing on Seattle Women’s Commission

“‘Racism law and order’ is nothing more for us as women than ‘bad law and disorder’...whether you are talking about deep in the heart of Dixie or here in Seattle.” The audio of this 1970 public testimony by activist Freddie Mae Hurd Gautier is part of Seattle Municipal Archives’ “Favorite Archival Object” series.

“Look, Listen and Learn” explores the meaning & importance of gratitude

We’ve all heard the benefits of “practicing gratitude,” but as Auntie Lena and Possum learn on this episode of “Look, Listen and Learn,” that can look different for everyone. And, it's how we show appreciation for the people and things that we love!

A brief history of the Ballard Locks

We are lock-ed into this installment of former Secretary of State Ralph Munro’s series “My Favorite Places.” He takes us through a brief history of the Ballard Locks and the surrounding gardens, and tells us just why they’re one of his favorite places.

COVID-19 resources

Anyone 6 months of age and older is eligible to get vaccinated. Learn more about free vaccines, testing, and the best way to help manage the spread of coronavirus at kingcounty.gov/covid.

Free at-home tests. Each household is eligible to receive free at-home COVID-19 tests from the federal government. And, while supplies last, Washingtonians can order up to two COVID-19 test kits per month from the website sayyescovidhometest.org (ordering available in English and Spanish).

Self-test expiration dates extended. Some COVID-19 rapid self-tests now have an extended expiration date. Review your at-home tests at on the FDA's website.

Free N95 masks. Visit the federal government's one-stop COVID website to find locations to get free masks.

Need more info?

• Covid.gov is the federal government's one-stop website for COVID resources.
• Visit the Public Health - Seattle & King County website for the most up-to-date COVID-19 resources including the latest availability and guidance on COVID-19 testing and COVID-19 vaccines and boosters, and advice and information about face masks.
• The City of Seattle maintains a COVID-19 website that includes information about testing, vaccines, eviction assistance, economic relief, and related resources.
• For medical questions relating to COVID-19, frequently asked questions, language interpretation, or ADA accommodation, call the King County COVID-19 Call Center at (206) 477-3977, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.or send an email to coronavirus@kingcounty.gov.
• Seattle’s COVID-19 Vaccine Community Helpline information: https://welcoming.seattle.gov/covidhelplines/ (English)

COVID-19 Resources