I hope that everyone had a safe and lovely Thanksgiving holiday. I missed gathering with friends this year- — not only for the wonderful company and conversation but also for the variety of food that everyone brings. Family gatherings are steeped in food traditions, which makes them comforting and welcoming. In our house, my husband…
DeMiero Jazz Fest Fundraiser happening NOW! The DeMiero Jazz Fest, an annual non-competitive vocal jazz festival, kicked off its One FanJazztic fundraiser Friday. There will be a week of virtual auctions and live performances to raise funds for the DeMiero Jazz Festival, which has a mission to provide world-class jazz experiences through education, clinics and…
Either more people are decorating for the holidays earlier than normal this year or they’re more comfortable posting it on social media. I have seen a few houses lit up already, which seems earlier than expected, and I saw post after post on social media of people putting up Christmas decorations last weekend. I also…
Tainted Times 2, by Valerie J. Brooks Your heart will be racing as you turn the pages of this psychological noir thriller and follow the adventures of former criminal defense attorney Angeline Porter. After her self-defense killing of two leaders of an extortionist mob, the new leaders want her money and then they want her…
It is a little hard to believe, but Thanksgiving week is here. Even though this year looks a little different than previous years, we can still make the most of it. Some of you may be attempting to have outdoor gatherings this year, and if that’s you, you are probably very interested in whether it…
Fire and the Feast — now open for takeout Chef Schubert Ho spoke about Monday’s opening, number six, in the group of enterprises operated by Feed Me Hospitality and Restaurant Group. He and his partner, Andrew Leckie, have expanded into the former Epulo Restaurant at 526 Main St. with new partners Eleni and Evan Voltsis,…
I made sure to visit the Edmonds Center for the Arts recently. I had spied a bright yellow tree from afar and did not want to miss the beautiful, yellow-leaved tree, ginkgo biloba. It originates from China and has a long history. This is an ancient tree that has been tough enough to survive for…
This has been an unprecedented and overwhelming year. Even as we move into winter, COVID is not letting up. Our lives have been compromised by the significant consequences of this pandemic and we all feel the cumulative and collective stress and worry. We’ve figured out various ways to cope this year, and with good reason…
Cascade Symphony Orchestra to present Virtual Holiday Pops Concert Dec. 6 The Cascade Symphony Orchestra will still perform its annual Holiday Pops concert on Sunday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m. The event will be virtual this year and will be the Edmonds-based orchestra’s second concert of the season performed online. The event will be offered free…
After being hit with several storms over the past couple weeks, we are finally expecting a break from the crazy weather. November tends to be the wettest month of the year, and it definitely seems like we’re living up to that expectation. Interestingly enough, through the first 18 days of the month, we are actually…
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OK local restaurant supporters: It’s time for us to double down. I don’t mean in the gambling sense, although that is apropos to the situation. I’m talking about beefing up your ensemble of outerwear! Don at least two extra down layers to keep toes — and tush — warm and toasty in the coming weeks, as…
An interview with John “Pinetree” Paynich I had the fantastic opportunity to catch up with Edmonds’ own John “Pinetree” Paynich recently and am excited to share what I learned with our readers. I have been following John Pinetree and the Yellin’ Degenerates for a while now. Before COVID, they were playing quite a bit —…
We are no stranger to storms impacting our area, especially during this time of year. Most of us are used to the rain and wind that accompany these storms. However, sometimes the winds associated with these storms are especially powerful and can really pack a punch. Our region avoids the dangers of hurricanes and strong…
Nov. 19-20: Bagel delivery coming to Edmonds/Shoreline Here’s a bit of information about a new neighborhood delivery that’s coming to Edmonds and Shoreline. Bagels from Eltana located on Seattle’s Capitol Hill. I ’d seen a notice regarding this opportunity, and contacted Eltana to gather all the details. Holly responded, and here is their story- “Our neighborhood…
Hutton’s Vireo, a resident of Western Washington, is not an in-your-face kind of bird. In this region it occupies the understory of Douglas fir forests and thickets along lowland streams. In Edmonds, then, it is a passerine to watch for in areas such as the thickets along Shell Creek in Yost Park and Willow Creek…
If some days it feels as if our own life is just too much, why not escape into someone else’s life? For your consideration this month, I present a list of other people’s stories. Some will be better, some worse. Some interesting. Some inspiring. Some educational. Some make us grateful for what we have [or…
Cole Gallery features a new exhibit, Contemporary Women Until Nov. 29, Cole Gallery will be featuring the art of Kathy Gale, C.A. Pierce, Jenna von Benedikt, Kimberly Adams, Cheryl Waale, Heather Pasqualino, Jonlee Nunn and Layne Cook. Each of these acclaimed contemporary women artists offer a unique perspective in their work with themes ranging from the…
It has been quite the wet week so far, hasn’t it? Multiple storms have impacted us this week, bringing decent amounts of rainfall over the area. Above is a map showing some precipitation totals for this week through 4 p.m. Thursday. As you can see, totals primarily ranged between a half inch and one inch….
When You Grow Up To Vote, by Eleanor Roosevelt, updated by Michelle Markel New Illustrations by Grace Lin Recommended especially for readers ages 6 – 12 A famous woman, Eleanor Roosevelt once said that “Government is like a game. If you do not know the rules or what each player is supposed to do, it…
Around here, November is typically the wettest month of the year in terms of average total precipitation. You can see in the above graphic that the normal amount of total precipitation for the month of November is just over six inches, higher than every other month. The number of storms tend to ramp up this…
Locked Out in the Snow, by Kim E. Kimmy Illustrated by Hannah June Recommended especially for Young Readers ages 4 – 9 It’s the merriest time of the year and Kim is walking on snow. She’s headed for the school bus that will take her to her second-grade class, on the last day before winter…
8th Annual Edmonds Museum Scarecrow Competition Time is running out to vote for your favorite entries in the 8th annual Scarecrow Competition, sponsored by the Edmonds Historic Museum. Voting can be done on the Edmonds Historic Museum website until Nov. 1. Only one vote per category per person is allowed. The categories are Residential, Retail Business, Service…
This Halloween is poised to be one like no other, with the normal festivities having to be altered or even cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But for those still venturing out for some safe fun, it is important to keep the weather in mind. In a year that has been anything but ordinary, will…
First, an alert about a Saturday event: Scott’s Bar and Grill in Edmonds’ Lake Ballinger neighborhood offers up colorful drinks and dessert to raise funds for breast cancer on Oct. 31. $1 from each specialty cocktail or dessert benefits the National Breast Cancer Foundation Inc. ~ ~ ~ ~ What to do about Thanksgiving this year? Well…plan ahead…
Our Halloween routine has looked the same for so long, it’s safe to call it our Halloween tradition. We took pictures with the neighbors across the street, met a group of friends on Sunset Avenue in Edmonds, took a group picture, and knocked on doors while taking in the view, heading back on 2nd Avenue…
