The Frances Anderson Center is a veritable hive of activity with dozens of ongoing programs. There’s a professional ballet school, a Montessori school, a pottery school, daycare, a youth club,…
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Artfully Edmonds: Driftwood presents thought-provoking ‘To Kill a Mockingbird,’ plus arts around town
I sat down with Driftwood Theatre’s production manager Anabel Hovig to discuss the progress of their upcoming production To Kill a Mockingbird, slated to open Feb. 9. Hovig has had…
Artfully Edmonds: Local publisher showcases artists statewide, plus upcoming book, theater and music events
When Lillyan Hendershot graduated with a fine art degree from Western Washington University, she began actively promoting and selling her original works of art at galleries and art fairs. As…
Artfully Edmonds: Cascadia outdoes itself with mid-century design exhibit; plus Art Walk highlights
Every time I go to see a new exhibit at the Cascadia Art Museum I’m impressed. I find myself saying — Wow! That was amazing! I always wonder how they’re…
Artfully Edmonds: Cafe Louvre’s commitment to community and artists; plus music, theatre coming up
I’m excited to see that Haifa and Nabil Alhussieni are celebrating five years at the helm of Café Louvre. It’s been a process of refining, adapting and learning that’s resulted…
Artfully Edmonds: Driftwood Modern finds new downtown energy; plus arts and theatre on tap for New Year
It’s been 18 months since Hannah Alex-Glasser opened Driftwood Modern, a gallery populated with beautifully curated art, art objects and furnishings from roughly 1950 to 1970. First, she opened up…
Artfully Edmonds: Angela Bandurka’s profession? Fine Artist!
In 2008, Angela Bandurka made the decision to move from a decade of work at a fast-paced, lucrative graphic design position in Seattle and devote herself full-time to the work…
Artfully Edmonds: Cascadia Museum’s first book hits the market — just in time for gift giving
Author Alain de Botton once said that writing a book is like telling a joke and having to wait two years to know whether or not it was funny. Cascadia…
Artfully Edmonds: Valuing the community feel of our old-fashioned movie theater, plus holiday happenings
The Edmonds Theater is nestled in the heart of downtown Edmonds. It’s a hub that’s been bringing our community together since it opened back in 1923. Originally christened “The Princess,”…
Artfully Edmonds: A transition among many holiday traditions
In this edition of Artfully Edmonds, we announce a transition. After four years of covering one of the most exciting and progressive arts scenes in Western Washington, this columnist is…
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Artfully Edmonds: Happy Thanksgiving, artfully
Thanksgiving week in Edmonds, “the arts destination,” is filled with enchanting possibility. No other community offers as much cheer to its residents and out-of-town visitors. Sparkling storefronts, colorful hanging baskets,…
Artfully Edmonds: This week, we highlight events tailored for cozy warmth
There’s a definite chill in the air but Edmonds performance venues are presenting cozy respite this week. Gallery spaces are warming art walk strollers this Thursday evening with toddies and…
Artfully Edmonds: ‘Featured’ and ‘Fun’ make this an Edmonds-Kind-of Arts week
This week in Edmonds, the arts news centers on “featured” and “fun” – which headliners are making a name for themselves, plus a great line-up of fun, laughter-prompting events. But…
Artfully Edmonds: Make Music! A full array of musical choices
This is an Edmonds-Kind-Of-Week for music! The week’s downbeat is struck as Shemekia Copeland strides onto stage and Matt Andersen does what he does best — beat out the blues….
Artfully Edmonds: Specters of Halloween scare (and more!) dot Edmonds’ landscape
As you scurry around Edmonds over the past week, have you been on the lookout (map) for Edmonds-Kind-Of scarecrows? There are 73 officially entered specters of spirits in the 5th Annual…
Artfully Edmonds: It’s the ‘Beatles’ and you can win tickets to see their tribute show
Win tickets! My Life: A Musical Theater Tribute to the Beatles” Edmonds Center for the Arts 410 4th Ave. N. My Neighborhood News Network is launching a contest to give…
Artfully Edmonds: Upcoming fun centers on pumpkins, pubs and playhouses. Join in!
Opening with a striptease while the theatre space resounds from the audience’s gales of laughter, Vanya and Sonia and Masha & Spike, (2013 Tony winner by Steven Durang) revealed precisely…
Artfully Edmonds: ‘Dracula’ by Driftwood Players sets up season of suspense
Artfully Edmonds finds the news that Edmonds Driftwood Players is producing Steven Dietz’ Dracula absolutely exhilarating after traveling through the region once known as Transylvania five years ago. Living in…
Artfully Edmonds: 2017 JUNO winner makes her way to ECA stage as Randy Newman sells out – that’s Edmonds!
As anyone who follows this column knows, the range of events and performances that hit Edmonds venues is truly extraordinary. And, the coming week’s selections are certainly no exception. Just…
Artfully Edmonds: Just-days-away autumn in Edmonds foretells arts events that sizzle
Thursday evening’s Art Walk Edmonds will allow art gallery enthusiasts an opportunity to experience that soft chill in the air that foretells so many exciting autumn traditions and art events…
Artfully Edmonds: ‘The big reveal’ – 11th Annual ‘Edmonds Center for the Arts Gala
One of the most dazzling events of the 2017-18 Performance Season is about to take place! For the past several weeks, Artfully Edmonds has given you glimpses of what is…
Artfully Edmonds: Driftwood’s 59th Season opens with an intriguing gender twister
A most provocative start to season 59 awaits patrons of Edmonds Driftwood Players as director Paul Fouhy does a switch-a-roo on traditional casting of the troupe’s opening production, Baskerville:…
Artfully Edmonds: Art goes to new heights this week for ‘Vintage Aircraft Weekend’
Artfully Edmonds has determined how we are spending the Labor Day weekend. We have in mind a flight of fancy and will be leaving town – but not by much….
Artfully Edmonds: News of exciting arts events on horizon as end of summer nears
Mega events are nothing new to the Edmonds arts and events scene, so it probably won’t surprise readers that this week Artfully Edmonds features two very popular events that will…
Artfully Edmonds: Is summer almost over? Not so fast, reads the arts calendar
News of dazzling performances and vibrant music, with dramatic colors and staging, continues to pour in from the Edmonds arts scene this week – and beyond. As unbelievable as…