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Playtime: School district COVID protocols, free meals and a new Sno-Isle Libraries app

There was a lot to learn in the first full week of school. For starters, the Kennelly Keys in Lynnwood doesn’t seem to have the same hours as they had pre-pandemic, but then again, I don’t have the same memory as I did pre-pandemic. I found this out when I got two days notice to…

Restaurant News: When ‘buy local’ takes on a whole new meaning

The cottage food industry in Washington state grows entrepreneurs of all sorts. Some are content to stay small and are satisfied to remain in their home kitchens; others see this as a stepping stone to a full launch at a commercial/ retail location. Here’s the skinny: Home/cottage industry locations have a business license with the…

Reminder: EPIC Group Writers sponsoring virtual writing workshop Sept. 18

EPIC Group Writers begins its 2021/2022 writing workshop season on Saturday, Sept. 18 with a two-hour virtual session on worldbuilding in any genre with author Donna Galanti. I asked Donna how participants will benefit from her workshop. “They’ll discover how worldbuilding supports mood, theme, conflict, character, culture, and setting—basically everything!” she said. “Often, writers may…

Sponsor spotlight reminder: Edmonds Art Studio Tour Sept. 18-19

Throughout greater Edmonds, Washington From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the weekend of Sept. 18th & 19th, 2021 Edmonds Art Studio Tour is excited to announce this year’s event is being planned as an in-person community engagement, opening the studios of our artists to those interested in purchasing handmade works and learning more about…

Playtime: Family friendly Friday night lights, beginner hockey, Irish dancing

My first experience with “Friday Night Lights” as an adult was in 2006. It was a week of record-low temperatures while I was around 39 weeks pregnant. With little to no awareness of the goings on at Edmonds Stadium, I had just been admitted to what was then Stevens Hospital to have my first baby….

Lynnwood artist chosen for state apprentice program

Nonprofit Humanities Washington, the state affiliate for the National Endowment for the Humanities, along with The Center for Washington Cultural Traditions, have chosen Lynnwood artist Siyeon Park to receive a grant to participate in this year’s innovative Heritage Arts Apprenticeship program (HAAP). Park and her master, Sinae Joy Cheh of Seattle, are one of the…

Restaurant News: Bagel pop-up, bumps in road for Niles Peacock and Salish — plus Potlatch Bistro service shift

Eltana Bagels Pop-Up coming to Edmonds We’ve enjoyed the opportunities to order up from Seattle’s Capitol Hill-based bakery. Deliveries have occurred on a regular basis in our local area — including Edmonds, Lynnwood and Mountlake Terrace — but now it’s even easier to enjoy these orbs of doughy delight. Eltana will bring hand-rolled, honey-water boiled,…

Playtime: Gearing up for next week’s return to school

This has been a big week for back-to-school information in the Edmonds School District. We have had an Edmonds School District News email, many virtual school information presentations, and on Friday, a message from the Superintendent. If you missed your school’s virtual meeting, many are posted on YouTube.com/EdmondsSD. I checked the district site and there…

Lynnwood Recreation Center showcases student artists’ work

The youth art gallery at the Lynnwood Recreation Center has returned, featuring “Under the Moonlight” by 9-year-old Bothell artist Nihalee Patel. Patel said she enjoys making artworks that combine elements of fluid abstract art and traditional representational art. On canvas, she seeks out the beauty in nature and has a keen eye for creating bright…

Anzanga Marimba Ensemble to perform at Lynndale Park Sept. 3

The City of Lynnwood will host a free concert on Sept. 3 featuring the Anzanga Marimba Ensemble at Lynndale Park. Community members are invited to attend the toe-tapping concert at the Lynndale Park Ballfield, located at 18927 72nd Ave. W. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. For more than 20 years the Seattle-based ensemble…

Restaurant News: Enjoy a cultural collaboration of cuisines on a crust

India Pizza! Who knew? Well, we should’ve known. Pizza is the pandemic’s favorite food due to its portability and pricing structure. A circle of dough is an empty pallet waiting to be painted with sauce and decorated with toppings and cheeses — who says it has to be tomato sauce and mozzarella? Based on recommendations…

Everything you need to know about the 2021 Edmonds Arts Festival

Updated to indicate that a vaccination clinic will be available both Friday and Saturday, Aug. 27 and 28. The Edmonds Arts Festival is just a few days away — scheduled for Aug. 27-29 at the Frances Anderson Center and field, in downtown Edmonds. Organizers have changed a few things up in light of the coronavirus…

Welcome to new advertiser Boiling Fish restaurant

We are pleased to announce our new advertiser Boiling Fish restaurant, located in Edmonds’ Highway 99 neighborhood. Boiling Fish is owned by a husband-and-wife team, and they happily invite you to come try their authentic Chinese cuisine. They serve Pork Ribs with Chili Peppers, Broccoli Beef and Mongolian Chicken. They are located near Ranch Market,…

Playtime: It’s time to talk about Back-To-School, plus a chance to try lacrosse

The Back-To-School talk is inevitable at this point, even though I have been informed by a teenager that it’s “cringe” to talk about it ahead of time at home. I don’t want to be a summer buzzkill so I try not to bring it up too early in August, but there have been some Edmonds…

Restaurant News: A sample of food truck fare at this weekend’s Taste Twenty-One

Taste Twenty-One is not your typical Taste Edmonds this year, for sure. This year’s 21-and-older event — running Aug. 20-22 at Edmonds’ Frances Anderson Center playfield — will feature a beer and wine garden and live music, and the Facebook page lists many bands for your enjoyment: www.facebook.com/tasteedmonds. See website for event details and to purchase tickets:…

Online event with authors will address body positivity in youth literature

Sno-Isle Libraries will feature five contributors to the young-adult anthology, “Every Body Shines: Sixteen Stories About Living Fabulously Fat,” as guests at its upcoming Aug. 18 Open Book online author event from 6:30-8 p.m. Editor Cassandra Newbould, who is from the Pacific Northwest, will be joined by contributors Catherine Adel West, Kelly deVos, Rebecca Sky…

Edmonds Center for the Arts says it will require proof of vaccine or COVID test for all patrons

The Edmonds Center for the Arts announced Tuesday that it is joining other Pacific Northwest performing arts venues in requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination for entry to all performances and events in the theater. A proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 48 hours will also be accepted, the ECA said. Masking is also required…