Local News Seattle trying variety of tricks and treats to lure people back downtown Originally published July 27, 2021 at 9:49 amUpdated July 27, 2021 at 10:27 am The Welcome Back Weeks events include entertainers, giveaways and even Halloween in July. It's part of Seattle's $9 million, post-pandemic recovery effort. Share story By Sylvia Jarrus Seattle Times staff photographer Sylvia Jarrus: sjarrus@seattletimes.com; on Twitter: @JarrusSylvia.