It’s the start of the Big Dark here in Seattle.

It's understandable that you might want to tuck in and keep to yourself, but freelance journalist Nathalie Graham says it’s the perfect time to get out there and meet new people.

She’s been out and about trying all kinds of new things in the city.

She’s here with us to talk about her latest experience with the Northwest Accordion Society.

Read Play Date here: https://www.thestranger.com/play-date/2023/11/16/79263485/squeezing-the-bellows-at-the-seattle-accordion-social

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