What to See New productions from both Edmonds Driftwood Players and the Phoenix Theatre; and free movies to create the perfect date night or a solo evening enjoying the arts. Edmonds Driftwood Players Presents Pride and Prejudice Just in time for Valentine’s Day, be ready for wit and romance when the Edmonds Driftwood Players presents…
“The ultimate sacrifice deserves the highest honor.” In today’s divided America, it is often difficult to see the good in others if they don’t align with our way of thinking. Yet, in the military, regardless of one’s political bent or preferences, there is still a strong dedication to the principle of “one team, one fight”…
By now you probably know that one of my favorite things to make is soup. During the winter months I am completely satisfied by a bowl of soup and a slice of hearty bread for dinner. Sometimes I’ll add in a tossed salad. My chief taste tester (my dear husband) often feels that soup passes…
Every February, snow geese blanket the skies and fields near Stanwood before their annual migration north. Beginning in March, massive gray whales migrate up the West Coast and through Puget Sound toward Alaskan waters. Both offer extraordinary wildlife watching opportunities – during a season when not much other wildlife puts on such a show. So…
Although people don’t usually crave icy treats so much in the dead of winter, most of us still enjoy a little ice cream, gelato or frozen yogurt regardless of the season. I’ve got another icy treat for you to consider. If you’re a fan of the aforementioned desserts and you haven’t tried bingsoo yet, you…
Throw on some snow or rain boots. This month’s Edmonds Art Walk is the perfect reason to make your way downtown. This month’s Art Walk Edmonds features Hannah Alex-Glasser. Hannah is the owner and curator of Driftwood Modern, a chic boutique on Main Street that features mid-century art and furniture. Hannah has been creating clay…
The gear shift between the pre-holiday rush, the post-holiday haze, and the 0-to-60 pace of a full week back to school has left our house feeling road-worn with a mix of waking up to an alarm you didn’t expect. While I think we appreciate the routine and getting back to the friends and our extracurriculars,…
I recently had an opportunity to interview Lena Garcia, a humble and talented Edmonds local who is an oil painter, art instructor, teapot enthusiast and volunteer extraordinaire Q. Can you tell us a bit about your life as an artist? A. I have been creating art since a little girl. I always loved sculpting, painting…
Happy New Year 2020! Since you are here with me, I am going to take a wild guess that something reading-related may be on your list of resolutions. Read more? Read different? One of my resolutions: Read books outside my usual genres. I did something similar last year, and it was great! I purposely read…
The Seattle Aquarium, located on Pier 56 of the iconic Seattle waterfront, has been a popular destination for locals and tourists to the area since its opening in 1977. In 2007 the aquarium completed a $41 million renovation and is hoping to soon put into motion a $113 million expansion that could be open to…
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We did a long overdue garage clean-out over this winter break. It made for lots of trips to the dump and to drop-off donations, spurts of extended kid screen time, and (what I consider) hard decisions about what should actually stay. I have a really hard time getting rid of the kids’ things, be it…
When I was 16 years old I made a New Year’s resolution that changed my life. I resolved to give up soda for one year. I have no recollection of why I did it, but I do remember it ended up being a resolution as well as sort of a bet with my boyfriend at…
After a whirlwind cross country trip by rail from Edmonds to New York City, Michael Hall returned by Amtrak, leaving New York City on Dec. 28 (after deciding not to stay in the Big Apple for New Year’s Eve — maybe next year, he says). Hall arrived at Edmonds station the morning of Dec. 31. Here’s…
As we start 2020, I have been reading many articles that reflect on the past year and the past decade. With regards to food and eating, there seems to be a trend right now that gives more permission for people to be themselves and eat the way that works for their bodies and their situations….
Meet Jen Lawson, owner of the new Crow boutique at 114 4th Ave. N. in downtown Edmonds. When Jen opened Crow in Edmonds, she reached out to the community for a little part-time help. I responded to the call and have since spent my Sundays getting to know the newest boutique in town. Crow opened just…
Dear readers:T Welcome to 2020. For me, it’s more than a number. It’s a milestone. For the past decade — with the stalwart support and encouragement of readers and advertisers — we have been building a community news organization that now covers a combined population of 100,000 in Edmonds, Lynnwood and Mountlake Terrace. Yet, many…
First & Pike News at Pike Place Market closed Dec. 31 after 40 years in business. The corner news stand has been a local landmark at Pike Street and First Avenue, once offering over 2,500 types of magazines and newspapers from all over the world. Owner Lee Lauckhart, 78, plans to retire and work on…
Edmonds resident Michael W. Hall continues his trip on the rails for the holidays. Hall left the Edmonds Amtrak station Christmas Eve, and is now in “The Big Apple,” where he plans to celebrate New Year’s Eve. Saturday 12/28/2019 7:30am EST- The neighborhood street I grew up on (W. 121st St., New York, NY) @…
Edmonds resident Michael W. Hall continues his trip on the rails for the holidays. Hall left the Edmonds Amtrak station Christmas Eve, and is headed east by train to “The Big Apple” for New Year’s Eve. 12/26/2019 2:25pm CST- Milwaukee, Wisconsin 3:35pm CST- Arrived at Chicago’s Union Station, checked into the Amtrak’s Passenger Lounge, got…
Sometimes a respite from all the jangles of our lives—the clicking, beeping, dinging, and talking heads—is necessary to preserve our sanity. Sometimes when we don’t know who to believe or even why, it’s a balm to mentally return to a time when certainty ruled people’s lives. A time when few expected a change in their…
Follow along as Edmonds resident Michael W. Hall keeps a journal of his trip on the rails for the holidays. Hall left the Edmonds Amtrak station Christmas Eve, and is headed east by train to “The Big Apple” for New Year’s Eve. Thursday, 12/26/2019 6:30am CST- Early morning breakfast at ‘Zero Dark Thirty’ in the…
It is hard to talk about “Betwixtmas,” what Urban Dictionary defines as “the week in-between Christmas and New Years Day,” without sounding like I-need-a-vacation-from-my-vacation guy. But, when Googled, there are survival guides, articles, hashtags and, of course, there is a full week of winter break left in the Edmonds School District. If you’re looking for…
Follow along as Edmonds resident Michael W. Hall keeps a journal of his trip on the rails for the holidays. Hall left the Edmonds Amtrak station Christmas Eve, and is headed east by train to “The Big Apple” for New Year’s Eve. Christmas Eve 5:12pm PST- Boarded the Amtrak “Empire Builder” at the Edmonds Station…
What to Hear January is about diverse music with an educational focus. From a kid-friendly performance where participation is encouraged, to a living example of creating peace with music, January has an opportunity for all ears. Edmonds Center for the Arts Presents Dan + Claudia Zanes Grammy Award winner Dan Zanes and his wife, Haitian-American…
Winter Takes All, by ML Erdahl Crystal is a newly hired wilderness guide. She’s thrilled to finally have excitement in her life as she heads into Washington State’s Cascade wilderness. It’s all so promising. She’s on the trail with a ruggedly handsome, experienced guide mentoring her on leading a private snowshoeing weekend party. Who could…
