We all know puppies and kitties are cute. But once a puppy or kitty puts on a Santa hat and falls asleep… well, ladies and gentlemen, that's insanely cute. I bet every one of you knows an animal -- be it dog or cat, parrot or iguana, scorpion or goat -- that's done something utterly adorable during the holidays. And I bet you'd love to send us photos of your beloved pet(s) [1] celebrating the season. Because without a constant stream of holiday pet photos [2], we're all just a little less holly-jolly.
United State of Electronica [2]
USE makes uninhibitedly joyous party music; if it doesn't make you want to dance, check your pulse. The band is working on a new album, so come out and hear some freshly minted songs.
More music this weekend [2]
Visions of sugar rush [3]
Bitter from the cold? Sweeten up with a winter cocktail from Tini Bigs, Bleu Bistro or another local bar -- ideally while wearing a Cosby sweater. Why? Hey, hey -- less asking, more trying, friend.
Guide to bars by neighborhood [4]
'Juno' [4]
Rising star Ellen Page plays a pregnant teen in this comedy from "Thank You for Smoking" director Jason Reitman. It's playing at the Neptune, and it's the likely sleeper hit of the season.
More movies opening Friday [4]
Seattle Symphony: Handel's 'Messiah' [4]
Some holiday traditions never get old. The glorious "Messiah" is one of them, and the Seattle Symphony performs it in high style. You'll be humming "Hallelujah" for weeks.
More classical music [4]
12Ks of Christmas Holiday Run [4]
While others sit on their bums and eat even more holiday goose, you can work off those feasting calories with this festive 12-kilometer run/walk through the gaily decorated streets of Kirkland.
The Mount Zion Massed Choir [4]
The Baptist church's singers team up with the UW Gospel Choir to deliver a passel of holiday favorites, including a version of the "Hallelujah Chorus" arranged by the one and only Quincy Jones.
MORE IN NWSOURCE
Celebrate Kwanzaa with a drum ensemble, traditional food and a festive presentation. [4]
Take a break from the holiday madness and warm yourself by a Seattle Center bonfire. [4]
La Pena Flamenca performs Spanish Christmas tunes and Sephardic Hanukkah songs. [4]
Collective Soul and KT Tunstall take over the Paramount for one easy-rockin' good time. [4]
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