2022 NW Pinball Championships coming to Lynnwood Bowl & Skate Sept. 9
This fall, Lynnwood Bowl and Skate will be hosting the 10th annual Northwest Pinball Championships. This year’s championship rounds will consist of three International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA) rounds, a women’s tournament and Sunday consolation knockout event. While the three IFPA rounds are full, competitors can apply to be put on the waitlist, and registration…
Deadline extended to Aug. 19 for Arts of the Terrace juried show entries
The Arts of the Terrace juried art show is looking for artist submissions, and has extended the submission deadline to Aug. 19. Eligible items include paintings, prints, drawings, miniatures, calligraphy, photographs, three-dimensional and artisans’ works. Over $5,000 in prize money is available. This is the 42nd year for the Mountlake Terrace tradition, which is sponsored…
Recommended Reads: ‘Aces’ a tale of love and friendship during World War II
Aces, by Michael January Wheels up for this high flying adventure. Hearts soar to the heights of love and friendship, and at times plummet from turbulence during the high stakes years at the start of World War II and the Battle of Britain. Miki and Aaron are friends attending Princeton in 1935, both daring fliers…
Sponsor spotlight: Edmonds Art Studio Tour Sept. 17-18
Throughout greater Edmonds, Washington From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the weekend of Sept. 17 and 18, 2022 The Edmonds Art Studio Tour is excited to announce that this year’s event is again being organized as an in-person community engagement; opening the studios of our artists to those interested in purchasing handmade works and…
Sponsor spotlight: Carefree summer meals at Scotty’s Food Truck Thursday-Saturday
Whether you want to enjoy a carefree summer evening on the deck or a picnic dinner at the park or beach, Scotty’s Food Truck has you covered in Edmonds’ Five Corners neighborhood Thursday-Saturday this week. Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad, fish and chips and more seafood delights are available. Call ahead to avoid the wait: 206-795-1615…
Snohomish Film Festival set for Lynnwood Convention Center Sept. 17
The Snohomish Film Festival is holding its first in-person event on Saturday, Sept. 17, at the Lynnwood Convention Center from 3-8 p.m. The festival — which launched in 2021 as a virtual event — will screen 30 short films, many by local filmmakers, host panels featuring the films’ cast and crew and have live readings…
Cascade Symphony Orchestra opens season ticket sales for its 61st year
The Cascade Symphony Orchestra has opened season ticket sales for 2022-23 concerts at the Edmonds Center for the Arts. “It is going to be a great season filled with a variety of exciting music and distinguished soloists,” said Music Director Michael Miropolsky, who is entering his 21st season as the orchestra’s conductor. Opening night is set for…
Irish dance school hosting free open house in Edmonds Aug. 30
The Carroll-Henderson School of Irish Dancing in Edmonds will host a free open house on Tuesday, Aug. 30, and invites children ages 3-10 “to hop, leap, and spin around the dancing floor while celebrating the end of the summer.” Open house time for 3- to 5-year-olds is 5-5:30 p.m. and for 6- to 10-year-olds, it’s 5:45-6:15…
Playtime: Help for families counting the days to kindergarten
On the way out of the Lynnwood Library, after picking up another round of holds, there was an adorable flier with a cartoon space shuttle and brightly-colored planets flying out of a wide open book that read “Countdown to Kindergarten: 100 Essential Picture Books.” Now the time leading up to kindergarten looks a bit different…
Artists sought for Arts of the Terrace juried show
The Arts of the Terrace juried art show is looking for artist submissions through Aug. 12. Eligible items include paintings, prints, drawings, miniatures, calligraphy, photographs, three-dimensional and artisans’ works. Over $5,000 in prize money is available. This is the 42nd year for the Mountlake Terrace tradition, which is sponsored by the city’s Arts Advisory Commission…
Sponsor spotlight: Guests in town for Seafair weekend? Scotty’s Food Truck in Edmonds ready to serve you
With Seafair bringing visitors to our area this weekend, Scotty’s Food Truck might be the answer to feeding your out-of-town guests. The food truck will be in Edmonds at the Five Corners Calvary Chapel parking lot Thursday-Saturday this week, ready to serve up their famous Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad, fish and chips or other menu favorites. Call ahead…
Recommended reads: ‘Beyond The Human Realm’ a compelling story about orcas and their survival
Beyond The Human Realm, by Gene Helfman Join the orcas of the Pacific Northwest on this beautiful, fictional journey Beyond The Human Realm. It’s the ultimate adventure, as an elusive and anonymous donor decides to do something never done successfully. He will need the help of a university professor, Dr. Rudy Laguna, who flounders in…
Sponsor spotlight: Scotty’s Food Truck special this week — Sesame Ginger and Spicy Shrimp Salad
I f you are thinking it’s too hot to cook this week, consider a meal from Scotty’s Food Truck in Edmonds’ Five Corners neighborhood. Scotty’s will be open Thursday through Saturday this week, and is offering a special on Friday and Saturday only: Sesame Ginger and Spicy Shrimp Salad with red peppers, scallions, sweet snap peas, lettuce,…
Ballyhoo Theatre to present ‘On a Clear Day You Can See Forever’ July 29-Aug. 7
Ballyhoo Theatre opens its performance of On a Clear Day You Can See Forever Friday, July 29 at Edmonds College’s Black Box Theater. On a Clear Day tells the story of psychiatrist Dr. Mark Bruckner and his insecure yet gifted patient, who engages him for help with a smoking addiction. Through hypnosis, Dr. Bruckner discovers what…
Sponsor spotlight: Scotty’s Food Truck special this week — Fresh Dungeness Crab Louie
Yum, yum seafood lovers — meet up at Scotty’s Food Truck in Edmonds’ Five Corners neighborhood Thursday through Saturday this week for a Fresh Dungeness Crab Louie with Scotty’s special 1000 Island Dressing. Call ahead to avoid the wait: 206-795-1615 Five Corners in Edmonds 8330 212th St. S.W. Thursday, Friday and Saturday 4-7:30 p.m.
Music in the Museum July 22 in Edmonds features lively tunes from classical musicians
Can chamber music by Bach, Mozart, Coleridge-Taylor and Albéniz make you tap your feet and swing in your seat? On Friday, July 22 at 6 p.m., the Cascadia Art Museum is presenting a concert of the most lively chamber music, performed by a trio of accomplished Northwest classical musicians. Pamela Liu (violin) has performed extensively in Europe…
Sponsor spotlight: Scotty’s Food Truck special this week — Hand Shucked Breaded Clam Strips and Chips
Scotty’s Food Truck has a special in store for you this week: Hand Shucked Breaded Clam Strips and Chips. As always, you can also enjoy Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad, fish and chips or other seafood favorites — summer ready for your deck, patio or evening picnic. Call ahead to avoid the wait: 206-795-1615 Five Corners in…
Playtime: Ideas for entertaining visitors, plus classes, workshops and other summer fun
We have family in town next weekend and I find myself asking a question I see on local parent corners of social media, ‘what can we do around here to entertain the kids in our group?’ This time, the age range will spread from a newly minted teen to a newly minted high school graduate…
Taste Edmonds 2022 tickets now on sale
Tickets are on sale for 2022 Taste Edmonds, sponsored by the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce Aug. 19-21 in downtown Edmonds. The event features food trucks, vendors, children and family/children’s activities along with live music at Frances Anderson Playfield, 700 Main St. Live music entertainment includes The Beatniks, The Little Lies (A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac), Queen…
Olympic Ballet Theatre announces 2022-2023 performance season
Olympic Ballet Theatre has announced its 2022-2023 performance season, and it starts with the all-time holiday favorite The Nutcracker in December. In February 2023, the Edmonds-based ballet company will spotlight new works in Debuts. In May, it brings back the timeless fairytale of The Sleeping Beauty. And the season culminates in June 2023 with an eclectic mix of…
Artists of Snohomish County now on display at Lynnwood Convention Center
To support and showcase the many talents of the local community, the Lynnwood Convention Center welcomes the artwork of 13 artists for its ‘Artists of Snohomish County’ exhibit, which runs from July – December 2022. The 57 pieces of artwork on display constitute a variety of mediums, including acrylics, embroidery, watercolor, photography, metal print and glass…
Sponsor spotlight: Scotty’s Food Truck ready to serve up seafood delights Thursday-Saturday
Extra family in town for the July 4th holiday? Why cook? Scotty’s Food Truck has you covered in Edmonds’ Five Corners neighborhood Thursday-Saturday this week. Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad, fish and chips and more seafood delights are available. Call ahead to avoid the wait: 206-795-1615 Five Corners in Edmonds 8330 212th St. S.W. Thursday, Friday…
Skandia First Friday dance set for July 1 at Cedar Valley Grange
Skandia Folk Dance Society is hosting an in-person First Friday dance Friday, July 1 at Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave. W., Lynnwood. The event starts with a class at 7:30 p.m with Harry Khamis and Pat Pi teaching the hambo. In 1972, the hambo was ranked the favorite dance (by a wide margin) in a survey…
Playtime: Family-friendly Lake Ballinger, summer reading, Yost Pool open swims
A pit stop at the new Lake Ballinger fishing pier in Mountlake Terrace was the perfect way to decompress after one of the last days of school this week – it was also a decent antidote to the seasonal section at Target replacing beachy outdoor items with school supplies — yes, already. I had only…
Free slice day at Pagliacci Pizza locations June 25
With locations in Edmonds and Shoreline, Pagliacci Pizza is inviting you to have lunch on them Saturday, June 25. “We are fortunate to have locations in such wonderful communities in the greater Seattle/Bellevue area,” said Matt Galvin, co-owner of Pagliacci. “This is our way of showing appreciation for your loyalty and support.” Visit any Pagliacci location (except the…