Updated March 28: Directory of Lynnwood restaurants offering takeout, delivery
Publisher’s note: Here’s our roundup of Lynnwood restaurants that are offering take-out and/or delivery or are closed due to the statewide ban on in-store dining following the COVID-19 outbreak. If you have changes or additions to this list, please add to the comments below and we will update as soon as we can Lynnwood Local…
‘Signs from the Edge’: A serial novel from EPIC Group Writers — Chapter 10
As relief from reading Journal of a Plague Year, Station Eleven, and The Plague, the board of EPIC Group Writers penned a serial novel for your entertainment. Since each author could only see the immediately preceding chapter, there are numerous plot twists and wild goose chases. Fortunately the “instigator,” Diane Naab, was able to pull the whole…
Books for kids, little to big
Publisher’s note: In these days of social distancing, many parents may be looking for ways to keep their kids engaged at home. Edmonds resident and retired teacher Barbara Chase offered to share her own list of reading recommendations for children of all ages. Ever since I started teaching many moons ago, I noticed that schools seemed…
‘Signs from the Edge’: A serial novel from EPIC Group Writers — Chapter 9
As relief from reading Journal of a Plague Year, Station Eleven, and The Plague, the board of EPIC Group Writers penned a serial novel for your entertainment. Since each author could only see the immediately preceding chapter, there are numerous plot twists and wild goose chases. Fortunately the “instigator,” Diane Naab, was able to pull the whole…
Playtime: From online P.E. to Rick Steves travel classes, more ways to keep families busy at home
Currently, there is a video chat happening in two different rooms of my house. The dogs seem hell bent on being involved in both of those conversations, taking quick breaks to make sure whoever is outside of our house is informed of their presence as well. One video chat is work related and the other…
Local filmmakers make a timely movie about isolation
Growing up in Edmonds, Brandon “Banjo” Tiehen and his childhood friend Neo King began their movie careers at 12, using a family camcorder. Now, joined by a cohort of former high school friends, they’ve produced a short film. Called Shaded, the movie was shot locally, primarily at Lynnwood’s Wilcox Park and Edmonds Community College. “It’s…
‘Signs from the Edge’: A serial novel from EPIC Group Writers — Chapter 8
As relief from reading Journal of a Plague Year, Station Eleven, and The Plague, the board of EPIC Group Writers penned a serial novel for your entertainment. Since each author could only see the immediately preceding chapter, there are numerous plot twists and wild goose chases. Fortunately the “instigator,” Diane Naab, was able to pull the whole…
‘Signs from the Edge’: A serial novel from EPIC Group Writers — Chapter 7
As relief from reading Journal of a Plague Year, Station Eleven, and The Plague, the board of EPIC Group Writers penned a serial novel for your entertainment. Since each author could only see the immediately preceding chapter, there are numerous plot twists and wild goose chases. Fortunately the “instigator,” Diane Naab, was able to pull the whole…
Lynnwood’s Temple Distilling pivots from spirits to sanitizers
As demand for cleaning and sanitizing products skyrocket amid COVID-19 concerns, a Lynnwood distillery has pivoted from bottling spirits to producing sanitizers. Since word got out that AJ Temple — owner of Temple Distilling Company — had switched from producing gin to making hand sanitizer, he has struggled to keep up with orders from customers,…
It’s business as usual for Dick’s Drive-In amid COVID-19 outbreak
While restaurants throughout South Snohomish County have had to institute major changes in their business model in order to stay open during the current COVID-19 outbreak and corresponding government response, one is operating as usual since their opening in October 2011. Dick’s Drive-In Edmonds, 21910 Highway 99, is continuing to serve its signature burgers, fries…
‘Signs from the Edge’: A serial novel from EPIC Group Writers — Chapter 6
6 As relief from reading Journal of a Plague Year, Station Eleven, and The Plague, the board of EPIC Group Writers penned a serial novel for your entertainment. Since each author could only see the immediately preceding chapter, there are numerous plot twists and wild goose chases. Fortunately the “instigator,” Diane Naab, was able to pull the…
‘Signs from the Edge’: A serial novel from EPIC Group Writers — Chapter 5
As relief from reading Journal of a Plague Year, Station Eleven, and The Plague, the board of EPIC Group Writers penned a serial novel for your entertainment. Since each author could only see the immediately preceding chapter, there are numerous plot twists and wild goose chases. Fortunately the “instigator,” Diane Naab, was able to pull the whole…
‘Signs from the Edge’: A serial novel from EPIC Group Writers — Chapter 4
As relief from reading Journal of a Plague Year, Station Eleven, and The Plague, the board of EPIC Group Writers penned a serial novel for your entertainment. Since each author could only see the immediately preceding chapter, there are numerous plot twists and wild goose chases. Fortunately the “instigator,” Diane Naab, was able to pull the whole…
‘Signs from the Edge’: A serial novel from EPIC Group Writers — Chapter 3
As relief from reading Journal of a Plague Year, Station Eleven, and The Plague, the board of EPIC Group Writers penned a serial novel for your entertainment. Since each author could only see the immediately preceding chapter, there are numerous plot twists and wild goose chases. Fortunately the “instigator,” Diane Naab, was able to pull the whole…
‘Signs from the Edge’: A serial novel from EPIC Group Writers — Chapter 2
As relief from reading Journal of a Plague Year, Station Eleven, and The Plague, the board of the Edmonds-based EPIC Group Writers penned a serial novel for your entertainment. Since each author could only see the immediately preceding chapter, there are numerous plot twists and wild goose chases. Fortunately the “instigator,” Diane Naab, was able to pull…
Playtime: Adjusting to the reality of learning from home — ideas for families
Social media is full of families adjusting to their new set of circumstances and a large part of that is figuring out what to do with the kids. We’re looking for places for the kids to go, how to get them online/connected, and then once they’re connected what will they do?!? Both of my kids’…
‘Signs from the Edge’: A serial novel from EPIC Group Writers — Chapter 1
As relief from reading Journal of a Plague Year, Station Eleven, and The Plague, the board of the Edmonds-based EPIC Group Writers penned a serial novel for your entertainment. Since each author could only see the immediately preceding chapter, there are numerous plot twists and wild goose chases. Fortunately the “instigator,” Diane Naab, was able to pull…
Edmonds Daybreakers Rotary cancels signature Jazz Connection event
In what would have been the 20th anniversary of the Edmonds Jazz Connection — a day of performances by outstanding local middle and high school jazz bands — organizers have decided to cancel it due to school closures and social distancing concerns related to the COVID-19 outbreak. Sponsored by the Edmonds Daybreakers Rotary Club, the…
Lynnwood restaurants move to takeout, delivery to comply with on-site dining ban
Many Lynnwood restaurants are shifting their operations to address Gov. Jay Inslee’s statewide ban on in-store dining, which became effective at midnight Monday, March 16 in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. At Moonshine BBQ on 196th Street Southwest, bar manager Ashley Brandon…
Governor to announce statewide shutdown of restaurants, bars Monday
Washington State Gov. Jay Inslee Sunday night said he will be signing a statewide emergency proclamation Monday to temporarily shut down restaurants, bars and entertainment and recreational facilities. Restaurant will be allowed to provide take-out and delivery services but no in-person dining will be permitted. The action is based on “the explosion of COVID-19 in…
Playtime: Talking to kids about COVID-19, plus online learning resources as schools close for six weeks
School is out for six weeks, currently the plan is to return Monday, April 27, in response to the Covid-19 virus as we try to“flatten the curve.” School being out creates many different challenges for families, today we are going to talk about some of the free resources for information on talking to the children…
Restaurant review: Teriyaki Wok Express sets standard for deliciousness
Our area has plenty of delicious, comparable Asian food choices pretty much everywhere you go. If you’re in the mood for udon, yakisoba, teriyaki, sushi, spring rolls, or pad Thai, there’s always an option close by. And as delicious as that is, it can get a little mundane if you’re not careful. Too much of…
Playtime: Social distancing? Many online options for families (and adults) through Sno-Isle Libraries
If you are caring for children, you are likely getting emails from the different groups, sports, schools, and organizations you frequent regarding Covid-19 and the coronavirus. Here in Edmonds, starting March 7, recreation programs are canceled for a minimum of two weeks as the Frances Anderson Center closes to the public; this includes Meadowdale Preschool…
Recommended Reads: Fantastic creatures, hidden perils in steampunk novel ‘Dangerous Territory’
Dangerous Territory: The Adventures of Keltin Moore Series by Lindsay Schopfer Are you ready for an adventure into Dangerous Territory with beast hunter Keltin Moore? This is the third in a steampunk-inspired fantasy novel series where characters are tested beyond their limits. This world is populated by fantastic creatures and hidden perils. Keltin Moore will have…
Cascade Symphony Orchestra’s March 9 concert postponed
Cascade Symphony Orchestra’s Monday, March 9 From the New World performance at Edmonds Center for the Arts has been postponed “due to uncertainty around the coronavirus,” the symphony said in an announcement. “We are taking this action based on recommendations by the King and Snohomish County Health Departments to postpone large events and gatherings in an effort to…