The My Neighborhood News Network introduces this Tastes Like Home column from Mountlake Terrace resident Jael Calloway. For the Larson family, Saturday mornings meant the scent of butter sizzling on…
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Kids Are Bookin’ It: A heartwarming story about a girl and her horse
Magic Is For When You Need It, by Florence Petheram Recommended for ages 8-15 Florence Petheram, formerly Miss Florence on the TV show Romper Room School, has created another sensational…
Art Beat Review: ‘Clue: The Musical!’ – Edmonds’ Driftwood Players sell out again
March 14 to April 6, Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds Who killed Mr. Boddy, in what room, and with what weapon? Was it Miss Scarlet in the kitchen…
Recommended Reads: ‘Murder & Matrimony in the Castello’ blends romance and mystery
Murder & Matrimony in the Castello, by Tessa Floreano Imagine a picturesque wedding venue in the heart of the Italian countryside, a charming castle filled with flowers, love and prosecco…
Healthy Eating: Luscious eggless quiche
This savory pie is perfect for brunch, lunch or dinner and can be proudly served as a showstopper at a special-occasion or holiday buffet. Since we are in an “egg…
Climate Protection: Oil drilling, renewable electricity, more
There is a lot of bad news these days. Here is some good news. Oil drilling is down No one bid at the auction for companies to buy rights to…
Fitness Corner: Take action to attain inaction
This column, Fitness Corner — and my entire career in the fitness industry — has been all about taking action. In fact, my entire life has revolved around taking action….
County Council Corner: Pre-apprenticeship program for high schoolers bridges gap between education, industry
Snohomish County Council Chair Nate Nehring has begun writing a monthly column for local news organization to provide updates on Snohomish County business, projects and initiatives. For too long, there…
Teen Talk: Making a difference as a food bank volunteer
You don’t have to look hard to find news that is unsettling. While news of budget cuts, gang violence and politics may be more attention-grabbing, there are a lot of…
Home + Work: 3 things every introverted business owner needs
I didn’t participate in Girl Scouts growing up, but I did sign up for Campfire Girls, which is very similar. Instead of selling cookies, we sold chocolates (which were delicious,…
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Restaurant News: Located in nearby Mill Creek, Rare Society steakhouse rivals those in New York City
For almost a year, several My Neighborhood News readers have suggested that I review a restaurant called Rare Society. I was reluctant to write a review because Rare Society is…
Art Beat: Stories, jazz, poetry and laughs — plus channel your inner Dude
February Story Time at Edmonds Bookshop 9:30 a.m., Friday, Feb. 28, Edmonds Bookshop, 111 5th Ave. S., Edmonds Local author Audrey Barbakoff will read her picture book, The Schlemiel Kids…
The Local Music Scene: The Kids Are Alright
Or so the lyrics go. So, these aren’t kids, but The Who lyrics popped in my mind after meeting the incredibly talented and ambitious musician, festival-creator and entrepreneur Olive Kuper….
Recommended Reads: ‘The Byzantine Cross’ a masterful thriller
The Byzantine Cross, by Dena Weigel If you’re a fan of Clive Cussler and Dan Brown, you’ll enjoy author Dena Weigel’s international, historical thriller. You’re invited to join a most…
Teen Talk: Reflecting on Black History Month
People who like history can tell you about every hard-fought war in the U.S., influential figures in shaping our nation, and details around each of the 27 amendments to the…
Art Beat Q&A: Rick Steves shares how life ‘On the Hippie Trail’ led him into the travel business
Book on Sale Feb. 4, preorder here In 2020, in the thick of the pandemic, travel writer and Edmonds local Rick Steves found himself in an unusual place: stuck at…
Restaurant brief: 19-cent burgers at Dick’s Drive In Thursday
Dick’s Drive In is celebrating its 71st anniversary with 19-cent burgers at the Edmonds location on Thursday, Jan. 30. The location is 21910 Highway 99, Edmonds.
From the Founder’s Desk: A legislative effort to help local journalism
Dear Readers: In past columns, I have shared my concerns about the future of local news, as a growing number of organizations have downsized or closed in recent years. However,…
Art Beat feature: Q&A with jazz singer Matt Dusk, performing in Edmonds Feb. 13
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…
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, as…
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…