WEDNESDAY 11/6
Drink Unhappy Lady Pictures and Eat Cheese at Situ Tacos
(SHOCK) In a state of post-election shock? Me, too. Lean into the overwhelm with a bracing gulp of el Jimador tequila and a salty dice of Tillamook cheese—in any other case often called the Unhappy Lady Shot. Situ Tacos proprietor Lupe Flores claims this mix received her via the pandemic, and it’s possible a super salve for our present despondent scenario, too. I usually strive to not recommend alcohol as an antidote to despair—as wine author Marissa A. Ross wrote within the wake of Anthony Bourdain’s loss of life, “Drink to have a good time life, to not cope with loss”—however the Unhappy Lady Shot is simply too excellent an invention. Plus, Situ Tacos can also be internet hosting Floaters, an exhibition of artist Devin Liston’s bubbly, surreal, Dali-esque work of on a regular basis objects like billiard balls, of their glitzy gold again bar Tilda’s Lounge tonight. As a substitute of doom-scrolling, go feast your eyes on artwork and knock again a couple of drinks, and for those who’d desire to abstain from booze, you possibly can at all times skip the photographs and go for a bath of Situ’s divine queso. Better of all, 25 p.c of the night time’s proceeds will go to the Lebanese Purple Cross, so that you’ll be combating nihilism by supporting a worthy trigger. Unhappy ladies por vida! (Situ Tacos, 5239 Ballard Ave NW, Unhappy Women Pictures are $9, chips and queso are $10) JULIANNE BELL
THURSDAY 11/7
Go to One other World with SIFF’s Cinema Italian Model Movie Competition
(DENIAL) What’s America? You don’t stay there. Actually, you’ve by no means even heard of the US. You reside in a bubble. Your days are steeped in simplicity and unbroken serenity, untouched by the ever-looming menace of Christofascism and pupil mortgage reimbursement. Your life is bliss. And what you have heard of are the sun-dappled olive groves of Italy. Contemplate snagging a seat at certainly one of SIFF’s stylish Cinema Italian Model screenings, notably for those who’re into guised critiques of the bourgeoisie. Or amp up the distraction issue at Artwork of Studio Ghibli, which celebrates the legendary Japanese animation studio’s poetic, clever method to nature and the more-than-human world. (Thanks, Miyazaki—you’re giving us a motive to stay proper now.) Sean Baker’s Anora, which follows a intercourse employee who marries a Russian oligarch, would possibly really feel a bit too “actual world-y” in the mean time, however his clear-eyed method and plush visuals are at all times a draw. (See full movie listings on EverOut) LINDSAY COSTELLO
FRIDAY 11/8
Break Shit
(ANGER) Ever since I noticed Bob Trevino Likes It at SIFF this 12 months, I’ve needed to go to a “rage room,” particularly as a lady who, like the principle character within the movie, has at all times been taught to be form and well mannered, by no means violent. Fortunate for us, we have now our personal model up in Lake Metropolis that invitations you to smash glasses, sledgehammer a bathroom, and extra. We suggest emptying your thoughts and listening to this absurd little track when you do it. When you’re not into destruction, you possibly can punch out your anger at Cappy’s Boxing Fitness center in Central District or Seattle Boxing Fitness center in Interbay (they each provide your top notch free!). And for those who’d relatively drink a beer whereas throwing sharp objects, there’s at all times axe throwing in Capitol Hill and White Heart. (Rage Business, 13333 Lake Metropolis Means NE, periods begin at $40) SHANNON LUBETICH
SATURDAY 11/9
Have You Tried Being Much less of an Asshole?
(BARGAINING) DO BETTER. It’s the directive that has echoed via social media feedback for years as the fast quip that critics put up anytime anybody does something that even mildly rocks their delicate sensibilities. It often (understandably) is met with eye rolls. However… have you ever tried it? Have you ever really tried to do higher? Possibly if we’re all one of the best variations of ourselves, we will cancel out among the 72 million egocentric bigots who voted for the racist rapist and protect some goodwill on this world. Lead with kindness. Have endurance. Smile at canine. Randomly textual content your buddies and inform them that they’re probably the most beautiful and hilarious beings on the planet. Supply to carry a meal to a sick good friend or rake up leaves for an aged neighbor. Maintain open a door, pay for somebody’s espresso, and don’t snicker when a vacationer falls off their rented scooter. Be all the things these 72 million (and counting!) motherfuckers are too egocentric to be. Pretend it ‘til you make it—or uncontrollably collapse right into a crying, shaking heap of blood, guts, and flesh on the ground—child! MEGAN SELING
SUNDAY 11/10
Dwell That “Two Benadryl and a Lifetime Film” Life
(DEPRESSION) A number of years in the past, I heard about “Two Benadryl and a Lifetime Film” on the C-Phrase podcast and by no means forgot it. The melancholy cocktail has since turn into the treatment I give to myself and my family members who’re experiencing insurmountable quantities of unhappiness. Whereas it doesn’t essentially must be these little pink tablets and Lifetime’s Girls of the ’80s: A Divas Christmas (though it’s an important mixture, TBH), decide any mind-numbing movie or tv present and pair it with an indulgent (however protected) quantity of sleep-inducing potion. Different variations embody two cups of chamomile tea and an Adam Sandler film, two hits of weed and a Martha Stewart Dwelling marathon, or two bowls of ice cream and an previous season of Venture Runway. Personally, I might be taking two melatonin and watching Lifetime’s adaptation of Flowers within the Attic earlier than drifting right into a candy slumber (or dissociative oblivion, we’ll see). AUDREY VANN
MONDAY 11/11
Go for a Lengthy Stroll and Uncover Who You Are Now
(TESTING) That is my cure-all for after I really feel uncontrolled and must take again my company as a result of it’s easy, and also you set all of the parameters. You management if you stroll, how briskly you stroll, how lengthy you stroll, and what number of steep inclines you select to courageous or creatively keep away from. You possibly can escape right into a run or sit down on a moist park bench within the morning drizzle to soak up the e-book, podcast, or music you’re listening to. Counting steps is sweet for those who’re into purpose setting, however so is leaving your telephone at dwelling and soaking within the quiet. Let disinhibition lead you. Screw the clock. Fuck obligations. Clear your schedule and simply go. Strolling is without doubt one of the easiest methods to attach together with your autonomy and the human spirit, no matter which means to you. Flip dwelling when your legs ache, and if you get that stressed, sick feeling, get your ass off the sofa and go stroll once more. VIVIAN MCCALL
TUESDAY 11/12
Put together for Battle
(ACCEPTANCE) That is right here. It’s actual. Donald Trump would be the forty seventh President of the US. Quite a lot of dangerous shit goes to occur, so we have to donate and struggle and set up. Don’t get complacent in our blue state. I do know quite a lot of you on the market will legitimately be advantageous, however don’t let your privilege get in the best way of seeing that many, many others won’t. Donate to the ACLU. Donate to abortion funds in Florida, Nebraska, and South Dakota. Donate to the Nationwide Immigrant Justice Heart. Do no matter Pramila Jayapal tells you to do. Manage a good friend group to attend this discuss at City Corridor on Thursday about taking collective motion and constructing civic group. Be part of a mutual assist group (like Tremendous Familia, South & East King County, and Homies Serving to Homies). Give meals to a group fridge. Volunteer. Foster canine. Do actually something to offer again to your group. Inform folks you like them, and imply it. It’s time to indicate the fuck up, Seattle. SHANNON LUBETICH
