Romania surprises with its Romance language roots. The central-eastern European country is surrounded by Slavic languages in Bulgaria, Serbia, Ukraine and Moldova, plus Hungary’s Uralic language. Romanians trace descent from…
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Home + Work: Can $68 on art supplies inspire a creative life?
I just finished reading my 50th book of the year, Escaping into the Open: The Art of Writing True by Elizabeth Berg, the only book I’ve read on writing that…
Restaurant News: Caribbean flavors and sweet treats in downtown Edmonds
On a chilly wet Saturday evening I didn’t feel like cooking dinner, so we headed to an Edmonds restaurant that has been recommended by many My Neighborhood News readers: Maize…
Healthy Eating: Be thoughtful and thankful
The Thanksgiving meal is the start of “eating season.” With family gatherings, work holiday parties and open houses with friends, it is easy to overindulge and start feeling sluggish during…
Art Beat: Light up the holidays with theater, jazz and music
Edmonds-Woodway Players present ‘The Dining Room’ 7 p.m., Thursday- Saturday, Nov. 21 -23; 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 24, Edmonds-Woodway High School Theater, 7600 212th St. S.W., Edmonds Immerse yourself in…
Healthy Eating: Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies a holiday treat
Halloween is behind us and the next holiday season is upon us. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s, there are many events that involve family, friends, co-workers and neighbors. It is…
Restaurant News: Takeout and dine-in Thanksgiving options
Many people find cooking a big holiday meal overwhelming and intimidating. We’re fortunate to have some local options for ordering a Thanksgiving feast. A few places offer dine-in or takeout…
From the Founder’s Desk: Donate to News Match and support journalism ‘grounded in real life’
Dear Lynnwood Today readers: First, a sincere thank you to all who have donated so far to our annual News Match campaign. We are just 13 days into our two-month…
Art Beat: ‘Curious Incident’ hits the stage, and artists and authors engage
The Black Box Theatre at Edmonds Presents: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Nov. 21 – 24, The Black Box Theatre at Edmonds College, 20310 68th Ave….
Climate Protection: Moving forward with electric vehicles and heat pumps
This election, Washington state chose to keep our Climate Commitment Act. That keeps us on track to stop most of our greenhouse gas pollution by 2050. I’m grateful. Countries around…
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Travel Notes: Exploring Bulgaria
A Balkan country in eastern Europe, Bulgaria boasts history going back to the ancient Thracians, Greeks and Romans. It has the largest number of ancient architectural ruins after Greece and…
Healthy Eating: Butternut squash stars in this creamy soup
I was recently at the market and saw a beautiful display of winter squashes. Whether you pick up a sugar pumpkin at the supermarket or butternut squash at your…
Art Beat: Catch holiday magic with ‘Miracle on 34th Street’ plus music, book launches and festive fun
Get tickets for EDP’s ‘Miracle on 34th Street, The Play’ Thursdays – Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m., Nov. 22 – Dec. 15, Wade James Theatre, 950 Main…
The Local Music Scene – Let’s get Yacht-Y!
As the days get darker, and all eyes are on election news, it might feel like an escape would be nice. If you can’t take a vacation, then maybe do…
Recommended Reads: ‘Overture to Murder’ will have you on edge of your (opera) seat
Overture to Murder by Erica Miner Setting the tone from the start, a quote from Norman Lebrecht: “There are few events more stunning than a death at the opera.” In…
The Local Music Scene interview: Joshua Radin and Ron Pope coming to Edmonds Center for the Arts
It’s the season to cozy up and enjoy being serenaded with songs written about love. The Edmonds Center for the Arts has put together the perfect show to combat the…
Healthy Eating: These soups are vegetarian one-pot wonders
There has been a noticeable shift in the weather, and we are entering my favorite season — “Soup Season.” I have childhood memories of my mother preparing soup on Halloween…
Home + Work: The nightmare that never came true
I used to have a recurring nightmare that, in active labor and on a hospital gurney, I said to my medical team, “Hold on, I just need to post this…
From the Founder’s Desk: Thanks to all who attended our 15th anniversary bash — and for donations to our community matching campaign
A week ago, a group of 200 people — readers, community leaders and past and present staff members — gathered at Cascadia Art Museum to celebrate the founding 15 years…
Restaurant News: What’s new, what’s closed, honors — and Restaurant Week participants
I recently attended the inspiring 15th Anniversary Celebration for My Neighborhood News Network and it was great to connect with readers who wanted to talk about local food! Thank you…
Healthy Eating: Decadent date bar features dark chocolate, pecans, tahini
I love snacking on dried fruits — mangos, apricots, cherries cranberries, figs and dates are some of my favorites. Right now fresh dates from California are starting to show up…
Recommended Reads: ‘Her Own War’ a gripping story set during rise of Napoleon
Her Own War, by Debra Borchert Vive la revolution! Get ready to travel through historical fiction to join the French people living during the epic rise of Napoleon, and read…
Art Beat: Celebrating student artists, ECA auction and gala excitement, exhibitions galore and spooky thrills
2024-2025 featured student artists celebrated At last week’s school board meeting, the Edmonds School District proudly celebrated its 2024-2025 featured student artists. These 35 selected art pieces, representing preschool through…
Restaurant News review: Paris Baguette
Paris Baguette is a French-inspired bakery café with South Korean roots. They opened their first U.S. café in 2015, and their first location in the Seattle area opened in June…
Kids are Bookin’ It: ‘Alastair McAllister’ a delight for kids and adults
Alastair McAllister By Valerie Ramer Illustrated by Kat Harrington Recommended for ages 4-7 Delightful Alastair McAllister is as excited as a young kitty can be. He’s going to school. Yes,…