The month of February flew by, and we’re already near halfway through March. And here we are about to spring forward! Days are getting lighter and summertime is inching closer and closer… We tend to see a mixed bag during March, with winterlike weather at one moment and springlike weather the next. As we go…
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Art Beat: Author talks, art walk, folk music and art for a cause
The podcast, The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian, saved numerous car rides for my family. There was something magical that happened when Jonathan Messinger began to narrate the crazy shenanigans of his protagonist, Finn Caspian. Any screaming or arguing would immediately cease so my kids could hear what Foggy the robot would do next. When I…
A Biking Kind Of Day: An Introduction to biking in the beautiful Northwest
Today feels like A Biking Kind Of Day. A good day to go where you want and get out and enjoy life at your own speed. My name is Forrest Baum, and I bike with my family in and around Lynnwood. We bike to school, take our electric cargo bike on trips to Costco, and…
Playtime: Spring and summer camp options, from sports to STEM
The tightrope walk between worrying about summer too early and missing out on camps has long been a huge source of anxiety for us. I don’t want to give anyone the ol’ “wait, did I miss a deadline?” stomach drop, but also, stuff fills up! I figure since we’re registering for first semester 23-24 classes…
Home + Work: In praise of midday appointments
One of the first things I (Whitney) wrote on my website, which I built from a Squarespace template two-plus years into my business, was my company’s Origin Story. It’s essentially an About page I decided to name something else because I work with words, and I like to play with them, too. I wrote how…
The Local Music Scene: A legend living among us, plus recommended events for March
There are legends among us in our area. I look forward to featuring some of them in this monthly article and telling parts of their stories. And I look forward to meeting the future musical legends that are currently practicing their instruments, booking their first gigs, writing their first songs or perhaps haven’t even started…
Art Beat: Graphite’s NùD, DeMiero Jazz, MaJe Gallery reception, Sno-King Chorale, Gothard Sisters — and an Evening with Nancy Pearl
A closer look at Graphite’s NùD: Art of the Figure David Varnau, the curator and one of the judges for the Nùd exhibit, walked through the process of putting together this collection. “We had so many submissions from artists and had such an overwhelming response from around the country; 19 states are represented,” he said….
Under the weather: More snow possible this weekend as winter hangs on a bit longer
We had another taste of wintry weather this week, but it was quite short-lived. To illustrate this, the following two photos were taken just over 24 hours apart: In the Bothell area, I didn’t officially measure, but it seemed as if we had a little over an inch of snow on some surfaces (thankfully not…
Art Beat: Musical, concert band shows, Irish dance, gallery update– and a call for Edmonds Art Festival entries
The Addams Family: a new musical comedy at Edmonds-Woodway HS Thursday-Sunday, Feb. 23-26 Edmonds-Woodway High School Theater 7600 212th St. S.W., Edmonds Can’t wait for more episodes of Wednesday, the popular Netflix show? You’re in luck! Edmonds-Woodway High School is performing The Addams Family, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family. The…
Restaurant news: Nothing Bundt Cakes grand opening, Feed Me Hospitality fundraisers, plus new Thai spot in Edmonds
A few local updates: First, head to Nothing Bundt Cakes in Lynnwood to celebrate their grand opening with community events including a day to support the Lynnwood-based Project Girl Mentoring Program. Here are the details: Grand opening events Friday, Feb. 24 10 a.m.-7 p.m. – Project Girl Mentoring Program Benefit Day – 20% of sales will…
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Healthy eating: Warm up this winter with spinach artichoke spaghetti pie
I recently joined PCC Community Markets as a cooks’ assistant for their culinary classes. I enjoy helping with the classes because I learn about cuisines and cultures that I may not be as familiar with in my own everyday home cooking. I learn at least one new tip during every class. The classes give me…
Playtime: Great Backyard Bird Count and time to register for spring break camps
Bald eagle sightings aren’t exactly what you would expect while shopping, but this week I have seen two eagles at two different locations, though both perched on cell towers. The west Lynnwood QFC was my first sighting. This eagle was so close I could see its feathers rustling in the wind, but I didn’t stand…
The Writer’s Desk: Where do I start?
Often, I hear from participants in my workshops, “I don’t know where to begin.” With any new venture, be it fencing, baking or playing chess, you will not be an instant expert. In fact, you will likely be terrible at it. With writing you have the slight advantage of being literate in that you know…
Under the weather: Showery weekend ahead before cold and chance of snow return next week
We’ve passed the halfway point in the month of February, and so far, we are an inch behind average for precipitation at Paine Field. We’ve seen 0.7 inches of measurable rainfall through the first 15 days of the month, with the average being 1.7 inches. Since 1999, this year’s rainfall total for the first 15…
Art Beat: Student art, Michelangelo’s ‘David’ and a musical
Last month, I bribed my 10-year-old son with candy to attend Art Walk Edmonds with me. He grumbled and complained about it, but at our first gallery stop, Aria Studio Gallery, he couldn’t stop asking questions. Painter Joan E. Archer did a demonstration using Yupo paper, and attendees enjoyed guessing what certain shapes and elements…
Playtime: Family art workshop Saturday, plus trivia and hockey coming up
Cascadia Art Museum, 190 Sunset Ave. S. in Edmonds, is featuring a FREE Family Art Workshop on Saturday, Feb. 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Stories of the Heart, led by Mary Peterson, allows participants to create their own “ARTfull” pieces using Frisket Film, bleeding tissue paper, markers and colored pencils. Peterson, who is…
Under the weather: Showers and sun expected for weekend before Valentine’s Day
It’s hard to believe, but Valentine’s Day is just around the corner — it snuck up on us, didn’t it? If you are celebrating, hopefully your preparations are well-underway! In honor of the holiday, let’s take a quick peek at the climatology at Paine Field for Feb. 14. The record high daily precipitation is a…
Art Beat: Music, paper sculptures, Madhubani painting, February Art Walk and Festival of Shorts
Saturday, Feb. 11, 7-9 p.m. Peace of Mind Brewing 18411 Highway 99, Lynnwood The Sidekickers are a vocal trio performing a mix of pop and jazz music. The band is composed of Darla Kiste and Megan Jeffreys on vocals and Bill Derry on vocals and guitar. Peace of Mind Brewing is a new brewery with…
Restaurant news: 21-cent doughnuts, free pizza slices — and a review of Fire and the Feast
On Wednesday, Feb. 8, Top Pot Doughnuts will be celebrating its “official” anniversary by offering 21-cent Old Fashioned doughnuts in all of its cafes — including the one at Edmonds’ Salish Crossing. They plan to be stocked up, but if you want to pick up a large amount they have requested that you call to pre-order so they…
Home + Work: But have you considered entrepreneurship?
Last week, I (Emilie) was on LinkedIn scrolling through what seemed to be an endless sea of layoff posts. My corporate background is at Amazon, and I am still connected to many people I worked with when I was there, as well as a ton of people in the tech industry as a whole. Given…
Recommended reads: Murder mystery features an intriguing plot and a cunning killer
Death Rings A Bell, by Linda Hope Lee Nina Foster is delighted at the invitation to be a presenter at the prestigious Pacific University’s Literary Festival. She is happy to juggle her librarian duties with a return to her alma mater for this event, and the excitement of a reunion with her English professor and…
Introducing a new column, amplifying ‘The Local Music Scene’
Welcome to the newest monthly column for My Edmonds News, MLTnews and Lynnwood Today. “The Local Music Scene” will highlight local music and our fantastic local musicians. Support your local artists and venues! Here are my top picks for February’s can’t-miss music events. Please email if you want to add upcoming shows featuring local artists or…
Under the weather: Active weather pattern expected for first weekend of February
We ended the month of January on a dry note, but not before we amassed 3.95 inches of rain at Paine Field. This was very close to normal, ending just 0.06 inches above average. The first couple days of February have continued in this dry pattern but — in the typical Northwest winter fashion —…
Restaurant News: Flavorful West African fare in Mountlake Terrace, sweet treats in Lynnwood
As the world is opening up more and more, our area has many new eating establishments — coffee shops, cake shops, dessert shops, cafes, restaurants and bars. I think it’s an exciting time and hopefully everyone is ready to try out new places and expand their horizons. Many of the new places offer takeout as…
Art Beat: Movie night, music, ballet and a reading
Art Movie Night at Graphite: ‘Modigliani’ Friday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m. Gallery at Graphite 202a Main St., Edmonds The story of Amedeo Modigliani’s bitter rivalry with Pablo Picasso and his tragic romance with painter and art model Jeanne Hebuterne. Movies are free, but donations to the nonprofit Art Start Northwest are appreciated. Suggested donation: $5…