MLT Library holding an online night of spooky stories for adults Thursday

Boo! The Mountlake Terrace Library is hosting “Night Terrors: Strange Encounters Around the Pacific,” an online evening of ghost stories for grown-ups presented by storyteller Alton Chung Thursday, Oct. 28 at 6:30-8 p.m. Organizers note most of the stories presented are reported to be true accounts of spectral encounters that “are not for kids or…

Edmonds Center for Arts presents Catapult in two shows Oct. 23

Millions fell in love with Catapult during their time on the hit show America’s Got Talent. This production features incredible dancers working behind a screen to create shadow silhouettes of shapes from the world around us. See Vivaldi’s Four Seasons spring to life, be amazed as you watch their bodies transform into a mountain, an…

Edmonds College Art Gallery’s fall exhibit features alumnus Lorenzo Townsend

The Edmonds College Art Gallery’s fall exhibit showcases the work of Lorenzo Townsend, a photographer, artist and EC alumnus. The exhibit is titled “Divergent/Interpretations” and features a series of digitally edited photographs that find beauty and wonder in everyday objects. “My hope in showing these works is to get people to look at the world…

Sponsor spotlight: Why Scratch Distillery makes aquavit

Aquavit is a Scandinavian spirit distilled using the distinctive flavor of caraway as its primary ingredient. Other botanicals, such as dill, fennel, or star anise can also be incorporated, making aquavit a more savory than sweet spirit – perfect for a variety of cool-weather cocktails. Aquavit traditionally would be shared in a toast (or two)…

Nile Nightmares Haunted House returns to scare up frights in October

Fear not, local Halloween enthusiasts, the Nile Nightmares Haunted House at the Nile Shrine Golf Course in Mountlake Terrace is back, providing a variety of spooky experiences on weekends throughout October. It features six haunted attractions, three escape room puzzle games, and a concession area with carnival treats, vendor booths, food trucks and a beer…

Sponsor spotlight: Celebrate fall with food from Scotty’s Food Truck

There’s a chill in the air and the leaves have begun to take on some color. Celebrate the changing season with a steaming hot bowl of clam chowder. There’s no need to make it yourself when Chef Scotty parks his truck in your neighborhood. Visit this week as they roll up to their usual spot…

Sponsor spotlight: Warm up with favorites from Scotty’s Food Truck

The weather is getting colder — perhaps it’s time to visit Scotty’s Food Truck for a bowl of his famous clam chowder and an order of hot and crispy fish and chips. Chef Scotty will be in his usual Edmonds spot at Five Corners Calvary Chapel on Thursday, Friday and Saturday this week. Call ahead to avoid…

Lynnwood artist chosen for state apprentice program

Nonprofit Humanities Washington, the state affiliate for the National Endowment for the Humanities, along with The Center for Washington Cultural Traditions, have chosen Lynnwood artist Siyeon Park to receive a grant to participate in this year’s innovative Heritage Arts Apprenticeship program (HAAP). Park and her master, Sinae Joy Cheh of Seattle, are one of the…

Everything you need to know about the 2021 Edmonds Arts Festival

Updated to indicate that a vaccination clinic will be available both Friday and Saturday, Aug. 27 and 28. The Edmonds Arts Festival is just a few days away — scheduled for Aug. 27-29 at the Frances Anderson Center and field, in downtown Edmonds. Organizers have changed a few things up in light of the coronavirus…

Welcome to new advertiser Boiling Fish restaurant

We are pleased to announce our new advertiser Boiling Fish restaurant, located in Edmonds’ Highway 99 neighborhood. Boiling Fish is owned by a husband-and-wife team, and they happily invite you to come try their authentic Chinese cuisine. They serve Pork Ribs with Chili Peppers, Broccoli Beef and Mongolian Chicken. They are located near Ranch Market,…

Sponsor spotlight: Scotty’s Food Truck in Edmonds Thursday-Saturday

Scotty’s Food Truck will be in its usual Edmonds spot at Five Corners Calvary Chapel this Thursday-Saturday, serving great food with fast service.     Summertime in Edmonds is the best, so why not stop b, grab a blackened salmon caesar salad or their delicious fish and chips and head to the beach. Call ahead if…

Sponsor spotlight: Scotty’s Food Truck in Edmonds this Friday-Saturday

Scotty’s Food Truck has been a festival favorite for many years. Chef Scotty has an interesting culinary history — he was born in Japan and spent many years living near the Mediterranean coast in Turkey. A local village fisherman would take him out early in the morning to pull in nets, bringing fish back to…

Edmonds Chamber announces $10 Taste Twenty-One discount for COVID vaccinated

If you’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a negative COVID test, you can receive $10 off a $30 day-of-purchase ticket for Taste Twenty-One, set for Aug. 20-22 at the Frances Anderson playfield. All proceeds from the three-day music festival will benefit the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce, which puts on numerous free community events each…

Edmonds Arts Festival announces entertainment acts

Free live entertainment is a big part of the annual Edmonds Arts Festival, and this year is no different. The festival has selected nine bands to perform at the Main Stage during the Festival, which takes place from August 27-29 at the Frances Anderson Center on Main Street. If you’re looking to take a break…

Sno-Isle Libraries sponsoring Islamic Pattern Making workshop July 17

Sno-Isle Libraries is presenting a hands-on art workshop for teens and tweens: Islamic Pattern Making from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, July 17. Gather your art supplies to re-create this intricate tile design during this online art workshop. Materials you need include a pencil, ruler, tracing paper or parchment paper, tape and a print-out of the design template provided…

Scene in MLT: Ribbon cut for Thai Family Restaurant

City officials and the Mountlake Terrace Business Association helped the owners of Thai Family Restaurant cut the ribbon Monday to celebrate the opening of their new restaurant. Thai Family is located in the shopping center with the new Safeway/former Albertsons, at 21005 44th Avenue West #101, facing 44th Avenue at the end of the complex. Owner…

Sponsor spotlight: Many different dinner options at Scotty’s Food Truck

Want a healthier choice for dinner this week? Stop in at Scotty’s Food Truck and have his famous blackened salmon Caesar salads. Grab the kids an order of crunchy, moist fish and chips. Serving a crowd? Order a couple “hunks ” of blackened salmon to take home. The salmon is great on top of creamy…

Sponsor spotlight: Treat Mom to Scotty’s Food Truck fare this weekend

Scotty’s Food Truck will be in its usual spot for Mother’s Day weekend — in the Calvary Chapel 5 Corners parking lot in Edmonds. Scotty’s is always at this location on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 3:30-7:30 p.m. Stop in and get the family blackened salmon Caesar salads for a “no cook” dinner. Call ahead ata 206-795-1615 if you…