Edmonds Kind of Play: STEM Camp, floorball and roller derby

My Edmonds News (Columns) 5/27 10:09A MyEdmondsNews

“Ready, set, schedule!” read the subject line of an email that came from the Edmonds School District sharing the 2023-24 Family and Community Calendar, among other information. I have already learned, forgotten and remembered that the next school...

Fitness corner: Don’t let yourself quit

My Edmonds News (Columns) 5/26 4:09P MyEdmondsNews

I have been working on this column for weeks. Not this one, exactly, or you wouldn’t be reading it. I’ve started and partially written multiple variations on various topics, even as my brain has provided and discarded many more ideas. Nothing is...

Art Beat: All about Jazz Walk, plus an author talk you won’t want to miss

My Edmonds News (Columns) 5/24 2:53P MyEdmondsNews

Saturday, June 3, 5 p.m. to midnight Headquarters Coldwell Banker Bain of Edmonds  108 5th Ave. S., Edmonds The Edmonds Jazz Walk is only two weeks away. Order your tickets yoday and save. Get tickets before Tuesday, May 30 to save $15. Pre-sale...

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

My Edmonds News (Entertainment) 5/24 1:14P MyEdmondsNews

Scotty’s Food Truck is open Thursday through Saturday, 3:30-7:30 p.m. this week at the Calvary Church parking lot in Edmonds’ Five Corners neighborhood. Enjoy their famous Blackened Caesar Salmon salad or some crispy fish and chips. Call ahead to...

5 Lookouts Near Seattle to Visit This Summer

Explore Washington State 5/22 12:49P Matthew Rounsley

Summer is coming and that means the highest of elevations will be free of snow and hiking can begin! High elevations provide some of the most incredible views of the PNW and I have just the place to...

Edmonds Jazz Connection photo gallery: combos and vocal groups

My Edmonds News (Entertainment) 5/21 11:29A MyEdmondsNews

The annual Edmonds Jazz Connection brought musicians from local middle, high school and college jazz programs for performances at three downtown Edmonds venues Saturday. The event, sponsored by the Daybreakers Rotary Club, showcased big bands at...

Poet’s Corner: Masks in the Museum of Anthropology, Invasive, The Spring Cleaning

My Edmonds News (Columns) 5/20 4:37P MyEdmondsNews

Here is the latest installment of Poet’s Corner, presented by the Edmonds-based EPIC Poetry Group. Masks in the Museum of Anthropology “Which mask is your favorite?” a father asks his young son and daughter, “The raven, the bear, or Bukwus, the...

Edmonds Kind of Play: Spray parks opening soon, plus $2 movies and artsy camps

My Edmonds News (Columns) 5/20 1:42P MyEdmondsNews

Last weekend, my oldest and I took a trip to an out-of-state college for a tour of the campus and the department he is currently considering. It is wild that you can drive somewhere afraid your baby might not try something and then drive home

Restaurant news: Navi’s Catering Kitchen comes to Nile, Bag o’ Crab for seafood lovers at Aurora...

My Edmonds News (Columns) 5/19 3:38P MyEdmondsNews

With the good weather upon us, many area bars and restaurants are opening up their patios and outdoor dining spaces.  It s a great time to check out new places either new to you or new to our neighborhood. Chef Navi of Lynnwood-based Navi s...

Art Beat feature: Hilltop Elementary unveils a mural of belonging

My Edmonds News (Columns) 5/18 3:35P MyEdmondsNews

“This is the first time we have ever done an outside assembly,” Hilltop Elementary Principal Melissa Somoza told the sea of waiting students. “Hopefully, you know why you’re here today, this started because of you.” The courtyard at the Lynnwood...

A Stay That Is Out of This World: The Spaceship

Explore Washington State 5/18 4:13A Tara Burnett

We have all heard of unique stays . A cute A-frame cabin in the woods, a quirky tree-house hideaway, a modern tiny house, even a floating houseboat. A place that provides something memorable the guest...

Art Beat: Art Walk, student showcase, author discussion, art preview, Wine Walk tickets — and a...

My Edmonds News (Columns) 5/17 4:15P MyEdmondsNews

Edmonds-Woodway High School Jazz Combo to serenade art walkers Thursday, May 18, 5-8 p.m. Downtown Edmonds This month’s Art Walk will feature the Edmonds-Woodway High School Jazz Combo. Art Walk Edmonds supports the arts programs in our schools,...

Sponsor spotlight: Enjoy a salmon burger special at Scotty’s Food Truck this week

My Edmonds News (Entertainment) 5/17 2:45P MyEdmondsNews

This week s special at Scotty’s Food Truck is a salmon burger. Enjoy fresh salmon patties with Cajun spices on a brioche bun with chipotle lime crema, sweet picked red onions, roma tomatoes and iceberg lettuce. Served with fries. Scotty s is open...

Conquering Cherry Creek Falls

Explore Washington State 5/15 12:30P Grace Meile

Nestled in a hollow ringed by ferns and mossy trees, a gentle waterfall tumbles peacefully to the ground. A picturesque pool perfect for wading lies at its base. Though one might expect to find this...

Hawaii Travel: Kaanapali Beach Hotel

S E A T T L E I T E 5/14 6:45P Molly Amber

I love living in Seattle, but on cold, cloudy days, I dream of traveling somewhere sunnier and warm. This of course feels slightly moot on Of all the tropical destinations out there, Hawaii is one of...