The “World’s Largest Egg” is in Winlock, Washington. I’m serious. That’s no yolk. I poached this from Wikipedia: “Winlock is mostly famous for having the World’s Largest Egg, reflecting its…
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Restaurant news: A delicious detour in Oregon reveals cheesy delights
A trip to Oregon on Amtrak yielded unexpected culinary delights. Those who may recall past columns know my fondness for riding Amtrak to find and report on great food. My…
Art Beat: Free film series, organ recital and a Christmas comedy show
Movies that Matter: “Virgilio” Noon Saturday, Oct. 21, Edmonds Theater, 415 Main St., Edmonds The Edmonds Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) commission has put together a free film series….
The Writer’s Desk: Writing conference survival tips
Writing conferences are great places to hone your craft, connect with professionals, and commune with like-minded souls. I often say “my friends and family don’t mind that I write; they…
Home + Work: Setting the curve in first grade
My son was a unicorn baby. He — and the possibility of paying exorbitant day-care costs — motivated me to start my business. For the first 17 months of his…
Art Beat: Art Walk Edmonds, plus so much more
Check out the boo-tiful new art this month at Art Walk Edmonds A sampling of what you’ll find this month (clockwise from top left): Chris Minor at ArtSpot, Maëry Lanahan…
Climate protection: Buy only electric
In a March 2023 Pew Research Center survey, almost half of Americans said they felt that they were doing “too little to help reduce the effects of global climate change.”…
Fitness Corner: Don’t feel like working out today? Try these tips to get moving
In a perfect world we’d always feel like working out. Obviously, this is far from a perfect world! Even if your workouts are a solid part of your routine, even…
Restaurant news: A bumpy first visit to Lynnwood’s new Shake Shack
Shake Shack at the Alderwood Mall opened almost three weeks ago. This is a restaurant chain that has its roots in New York City via St. Louis. Danny Meyer, the…
The Writer’s Desk: It’s a mystery to me
Picture this scene: A group of teens is playing a game of Monopoly. The four kids chat amiably as they roll dice and move their game pieces around the board….
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Healthy eating: Enjoy a taste of Portugal in this nutrition-packed soup
PCC culinary instructor Tiego Freitas was born in Brazil but his father comes from Braga, Portugal. He grew up speaking Brazilian Portuguese, but is starting to teach himself to speak…
Home + Work: On becoming locally known
In the threeish years I’ve been actively writing for and about Edmonds and its surrounding areas, I’ve gotten questions about how I’ve become locally known. And, because I understand the…
Restaurant news: Farewell and hello — plus wine pop-up and ‘Beers in the Barn’
Seems we are still having nice summer weather and many places are still offering outdoor dining. We had to say goodbye to Chanterelle in Edmonds this week to make way…
Art Beat: Live music, a book signing and September author talks
The Edmonds School District began the 2023-2024 school year Wednesday. The grocery stores have shifted their flower offerings from summer petunias and geraniums to fall mums. This change in seasons…
The Local Music Scene for September: Take a chill pill — there’s still time to catch this local band
If you love ’80s music (like me) and love a good band story (like me) then you must keep reading. I have been following Nikki and the Fast Times since…
Restaurant news: Edmonds’ Waterfront Cafe closing, Shake Shack opening in Lynnwood
Linda Jablinske, owner of the Waterfront Cafe on Admiralty Way, has told me that the restaurant is closing on Sept. 10. She’s been at that location for decades but a new tenant…
Art Beat: Concert, exhibit, theatre tickets, ballet — and so much more
Bel Canto Concert Series at Holy Rosary Parish Thursday, Aug. 31, 7 p.m. Holy Rosary Catholic Church 630 7th Ave. N, Edmonds Attend the Bel Canto Concert Series on Thursday…
Kids are Bookin’ It: ‘I Wonder’ appeals to the young — and young at heart
I Wonder by Essea White Illustrated by Lois Dahl Recommended for ages 2 – 6 I wonder . . . if you love to use your imagination. I wonder ….
Art Beat: Jazz, Paint Out, Porchfest, meet the artists and a ballet master class
Bring your lawn chair and ears: Edmonds-Woodway Jazz Colony Performance Wednesday, Aug. 30, 5-8 p.m. Mary Lou Block Public Plaza 465 Admiral Way, Edmonds You won’t want to miss the…
The Writer’s Desk: The secret to telling a great story
I don’t have all the answers, and there is no universally appealing story, but there are elements in books that hold massive appeal and end up on best seller lists….
Just Around the Corner: Lynden — Mayberry, with a touch of Holland
With its small-town atmosphere, well-tended lawns, shops closed for Sunday, this place has the vibes of bygone days. Kind of like Mayberry…set in Holland. Fun facts: Established in 1874, it’s…
Healthy eating: Use your bounty of zucchini in these nutritious fritters
It’s zucchini time. Yes, that time of the year when gardeners regret planting so many zucchini starts and neighbors do stealth porch drop-offs of their abundant produce. (We’ve been doing…
From the Publisher’s (make that the CEO’s) Desk: Change is good
Heraclitus, a Greek philosopher, said that “change is the only constant in life.” Change can be good, but it can also be disruptive, challenging and sometimes downright scary. I think…
Art Beat: Lynnwood Luau, comedy and children’s storytime
Lynnwood’s first Luau Saturday, Aug. 19, 3-8 p.m. District Plaza Next to the Lynnwood Event Center 3711 196th St. S.W., Lynnwood Experience the richness of Hawaiian culture and traditions during…
Thanks for the memories: After 10 years, I’m signing off on the Playtime column
This month marks 10 years of Playtime, which as it turns out is 350 columns. It seems that somewhere between the second college tour and the third — which is…