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Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

Tonight (September 19, 2018) marked the first public hearing regarding The Showbox Seattle, an iconic venue that is facing demolition for a luxury high rise, despite public outcry. Before the meeting, a rally was held outside city hall where musicians, fans and members of the public gathered to "Save the Showbox" and support efforts to preserve the beloved space. A packed public hearing followed the free concert - no decisions expected out of this meeting, just city leaders getting feedback on whether to make a permanent extension of the Pike Place Historic District to include the Showbox. (Image: Chona Kasinger / Seattle Refined)

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