MICHAEL, THE BEER CZAR OF WHITE CENTER

If you've ever been to White Center Jubilee Days, you probably recognize Michael-he's that forever-friendly bartender in the beer garden. If you HAVEN'T ever been to White Center Jubilee Days, then I suggest you mark July 14-18 on your calendar. White Center transforms into a magical place filled with sunshine, fireworks, carnival acts, lowriders, taco trucks, street food from EVERY nation, parades, live music, golf tournaments, and, like pictured, beer and ice-cream floats from Full Tilt (I know it sounds gross, but don't knock it till you try it). For me, popping into Stan's Adult Superstore and Dzul Tattoo and Airbrush is always a must. It's truly like nothing else in Seattle. Says Michael, "Once you get over your fear of getting beat up or robbed, White Center is the best neighborhood in the whole city." Hear, hear! KELLY O

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