Features

LIVES OF THE ULTRA RICH—REVEALED!
The yachts, the jewels, the butler, and the chef: a peek into how the city’s wealthiest live and spend, including a financial planner’s tips on how to join them. Researched and written by Wilson Diehl and Jessica Voelker, with Canda Harbaugh, Meguire Heston, Davida Marion, and Britt Olson

Swift Justice
Lieutenant Commander Charlie Swift believed everyone was entitled to the protection of the law, even suspected terrorists. He challenged the Guantánamo detentions but couldn’t save his military career. Plus, the Best Lawyers in Seattle, on page 79. by Eric Scigliano

Fast Women
In the male-dominated sport of road motorcycle racing, two Northwest women are hard
to beat. by Jamie Friddle

Body Shops
A guide to spa treatments and top-to-toe tune-ups for the urban male.
by John Coyle, photography by Andy Reynolds

Grand Pries
A Bellevue couple rescued a 1950s home designed by the acclaimed architect Lionel Pries and discovered an unexpected legacy. by Peter Sackett, photography by Mike Jensen

Departments

Mudroom
Seattle’s need for nerds, cruise-ship chic, Tim Gunn’s eye for style. Plus, Erin Brockovich’s Dorothy obsession in Passing Through.

Spree
Fun items to get you in the mood for summer. by Laura Cassidy and Alvin Stillwell

Cornershop
Get wind of the Gasworks Park Kite Shop. by Britt Olson

Snapshots
Dancing the night away at Tacoma Art Museum, punning for 826 Seattle, and top toques raise funds for Food Lifeline.

Past Lives
During the Civil War, Union leaders braced for a Confederate invasion on the Northwest. by Junius Rochester

Rainmaker
Can Secret Agent lunches fool kids into eating the right stuff? by James Ross Gardner

Urban Brawl
The neighbors on South Jackson Street debate the future of the nearby Goodwill store. by Kathryn Robinson

SeaTown Diary
Notes of an urban naturalist. by Maria Dolan

Weekend Pass
Bear afoot in the park: hiking the Glacier trails. by Seth Kolloen

Get Out
Paragliding proves flying isn’t just for the birds. by Courtney Nash

Dig
If you want to save water, grass is not always greener. by David Laskin

Dish
That prickly beauty, the artichoke, blooms with possibilities. by Shauna James

Crush
A geology lesson unlocks the secrets of Walla Walla wine. by Courtney Nash

Last Look
Secrets of billionaires on a budget.

City Guides

Dining Out
Every night’s a pasta party at Tavolata in Belltown. Plus, reviews of more than 80 top Seattle restaurants. by Kathryn Robinson

On the Town
Unexpected performances are guaranteed at the Northwest New Works Festival, and we highlight the best of the arts in the month to come.

THE GREEN ROOM
Artist Diana Falchuk leaves her mark on the city streets. Edited by Wilson Diehl