7:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 13, Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 4th Ave. N., Edmonds Matt Dusk is one of Canada’s most beloved male vocalists, forging a music career that…
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The Local Music Scene: New year, new music options
We are two weeks into 2025, and I’m already so excited by all the music filling the calendar! New bands are forming, musicians are releasing new music, and new venues…
Art Beat: Drama, jazz, symphony and laughs — plus, a book launch
One night only — original staged reading of ‘BUGGED’ 7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 12, Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds Join the Edmonds Driftwood Players for a FREE staged…
Climate Protection: Climate cafés and local solutions
In November, the Duwamish Longhouse held what is called a “climate café,” a get-together to talk about climate change. The Duwamish Longhouse climate café aimed to inspire action. Another kind…
Teen Talk: Some healthy ways to address teen stress
Life is full of highs and lows. Walk through a high school and ask not if, but what, students are stressed out about, and they will undoubtedly give you a…
From the Founder’s Desk: You did it — $70K raised!
Dear Readers: Thanks to your generosity, we have reached our 2024 NewsMatch fundraising goal of $70,000! Your donations will support our efforts to further improve our community news coverage,…
Art Beat: Begin your year artfully — A fresh exhibit at Gallery North, plus an MLK Day book drive
Happy New Year! Whether you plunged into Puget Sound Wednesday or stayed warm and dry at home, I hope you have a beautiful start to 2025. Gallery North features “In…
Sponsor spotlight: Scotty’s Food Truck open Jan. 2-4
Scotty’s Food Truck will be open from 3:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Jan. 2-4, at Edmonds’ Calvary Church parking lot in the Five Corners neighborhood, 8330 212th St. S.W. On the menu,…
Fitness Corner: Make this your year of daily appreciation
Most of us don’t walk around all day, every day in a constant state of gratitude. We should, right? There is so much to be thankful for every single day….
From the Founder’s Desk: We’re nearing the fundraising finish line
Dear Readers: We are nearing the finish line of our 2024 NewsMatch campaign — with a goal of raising $70,000 by Dec. 31 — and I have important news to…
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Restaurant News: Marking 15 years in Edmonds, Epulo Bistro’s food worth celebrating
Epulo Bistro opened in 2009 on Main Street in Edmonds (where Fire and the Feast is located now) in 2009, and this month it is celebrating its 15th anniversary. Originally opened…
Art Beat: Treat yourself to a Christmas gift of creative conversations — from rockers to writers
I hope your December has been merry and bright. Cheers to the upcoming artistic events in the New Year! Celebrate the trailblazers and rule-breakers in music by participating in Women…
Kids are Bookin’ It: ‘God’s Kiss’ an enchanting tale for the holiday season
God’s Kiss by Donna Seebo Illustrated by Ed Gedrose Recommended for children of all ages Author Donna Seebo writes that “Dreams are windows into another world.” Sleepy young Johnny is…
Home + Work: Snohomish County feeds the foodies
I was 11 or 12 the first time I tried sushi. My mom was exploring a stint as a flight attendant, a vast departure from her long career in government….
Healthy Eating (in moderation): Baked Butter Pecan French Toast
I admit that there are times when I think this column should not be called “Healthy Eating.” I understand and I often receive comments from my loyal readers that question…
Restaurant News: Saying goodbye and hello to local eateries
Closures Copper Rose Bakery in Main Street Commons in Edmonds closed in early December. It is being replaced by the second location of The Crumpet Shop (yes, the nearly famous…
Recommended Reads: ‘The Measure of Life’ showcases a journey of self-discovery
The Measure of Life, by Judith Works Nicole is on a journey that’s much more than a road trip. Relocating from Seattle to enchanting Italy, she struggles to raise children…
From the Founder’s Desk: Will you help us reach our NewsMatch goal by Dec. 31?
Dear MLTnews readers: First, let me express my sincere appreciation to all of you who have donated to our 2024 NewsMatch fundraising campaign. Thanks to your generosity, we have raised…
In Days Gone By: The tradition of gingerbread houses, past and present
Forms of gingerbread as we know it have been baked for centuries. Ginger’s medicinal properties were recognized more than 5,000 years ago and ginger was often grounded and used…
Kids are Bookin’ It: ‘The Tooth Ferry’ offers a creative twist on a childhood tradition
The Tooth Ferry by Phyllis A. M. Hollenbeck Illustrated by Femi Samuel Recommended for ages 10 and younger Have you ever seen one of those big, beautiful ferry boats carrying…
Climate Protection: How will we switch to electric cars and trucks?
If you were around at the end of 1995, you were here when U.S. gas stations sold their last gallon of leaded gas. From the 1920s to the 1970s, almost…
Healthy Eating: School district celebration showcases traditional Indigenous foods
Last month at Mountlake Terrace High School, Nicole Mina Askarian — the Native American education specialist for the Edmonds School District — hosted an inspiring day of education and celebration…
The Local Music Scene: All about the holidays
It’s an Edmonds Kind of Christmas! And we even have our own song to enjoy it. Local Edmonds crooner (and motivational speaker, author, consultant and songwriter) Richard Taylor Jr. released…
Travel Notes: Romania’s castles and painted monasteries
Romania surprises with its Romance language roots. The central-eastern European country is surrounded by Slavic languages in Bulgaria, Serbia, Ukraine and Moldova, plus Hungary’s Uralic language. Romanians trace descent from…
Home + Work: Can $68 on art supplies inspire a creative life?
I just finished reading my 50th book of the year, Escaping into the Open: The Art of Writing True by Elizabeth Berg, the only book I’ve read on writing that…