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In honor of the power of imagination and those places that make it come to life, we’ve compiled an issue full of primo memory-making destinations in Snohomish County. Hike beneath boughs of old growth forest or dive below the surface of Puget Sound. No matter what interests you, our community has much to offer. Coastal Encounters is a comprehensive guide to our beautiful beachfronts. And Sea to Storefront has the best fishing spots, seafood markets and restaurants for catching, cooking or ordering your favorite dishes to share with family and friends.

When tragic events take place, like the recent landslide in Oso, memories become our most valuable possessions. Now is the time to hash out those calendars — intentionally pencilling in time for an adventure or two.

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After spending nine years working for different cosmetic companies like MAC and NARS, she launched her own business and specializes in bridal, fashion and special occasion makeup.

AriAnne’s focus is to help women in the North Sound look and feel their best.  Read her tips on SPF on page 36.

Most of our clinics are open seven days a week with extended hours.

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Roland Feltner, MD A valued member of the Snohomish Providence Medical Group, Dr. Feltner is board-certified in family medicine. His medical interests include: nutrition, preventive care, child development and obstetrics. His personal interests include many outdoor activities found in the Pacific Northwest like hiking, skiing and gardening.  Read his reccomendations for low-impact exercise on page 23.

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Quinn Redfield Quinn is a Washington State native and EWU graduate with a degree in English and Marketing through the Interdisciplinary Studies Program.

With a history in survey writing and short fiction, she lives in the North Sound area with the goal to always breathe life into every piece she writes.  Read her restaurant review on page 71.

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Kate Lang Kate Lang graduated from Bellevue College with a degree in business before settling into a finance career with Wells Fargo. She is a mother of two who is always on the hunt for new ways to explore the Pacific Northwest with her family.  Read about the Skykomish train tours on page 25.

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#OsoStrong Our hearts are with the families affected by the landslide in Oso. We’ve been inspired by the people in our community who’ve given support to those dealing with such heartbreaking loss. To bolster the community recovery efforts during this difficult time, we encourage you to volunteer or give to the Red Cross. Visit redcross.org or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

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N OTES Me e t a S t a f f e r Every issue we highlight an ­­employee of K & L Media.

Megan Munroe Writer, mother and reformed Nashville honky-tonker.

What is your role at the ­magazine and how long have you been with K & L Media?

I have been with K & L Media since 2013. I am co-editor of North End Metro, and I work directly with the publisher and the editor in developing creative content and thematic cohesiveness. When a new issue begins, I submit editorial ideas to our creative team and we collectively select which topics to include before I assign them to a team of writers and write a few myself. I am also an editorial photographer.

What is your background?

I grew up in a small town in Snohomish County. My childhood was spent poring over books and writing stories of my own. As an adult, I studied the arts and moved to Los Angeles and Nashville. Between acting in film and television and recording albums, I toured with Eric Church and played Nashville’s legendary Bluebird Café.

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child we moved back to the Pacific Northwest to be closer to family.

What is your favorite part of working for a regional lifestyle magazine?

The stories I get to tell. There is an abundance of passionate and gifted people in our area. Whether that be a local chef, artist or small business owner—everyone has taken a unique road that led them to where they are. I truly enjoy casting a spotlight on that journey and supporting people in the community that are making a difference.

What are some of your hobbies and interests?

I have two kids under the age of three, so my hobbies range from identifying unusual species of animals with my son and playing dress-up with my daughter.

I haven’t played music in a few years publicly, but I put on shows for my kids to avoid having to sneak off to karaoke bars. All in all, writing is my biggest passion, I can’t go a day without it. 

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Trailblazers

Celebrating the Women of Boeing

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That’s how Nelda Lee, the first female pilot to fly an F-15 Eagle, explained the success of her 35-year long career in aviation. A spellbound crowd gathered at the Future of Flight Aviation Center in Mukilteo as Lee told the story of growing up on a farm with shoes perpetually tied tight, ready to go on a moment’s notice. Her four fellow female panelists nodded their heads in agreement, knowing all too well that breaking gender barriers in the aerospace industry was going to require blazing their own trail.

Trailblazers: Celebrating the Women of Boeing is proof that they have done just that. Author and Everett resident, Betsy Case has compiled a collection of rare images and backstories as a tribute to female pioneers — Rosies, aviators, engineers and executives that have made Boeing the best integrated aerospace company in the world. In honor of the book’s March release, Lee was joined by trailblazers Patricia Beckham, Suzanna Darcy-Hennemann, Megan Robertson and Sandra Jeffcoat for a book signing and Q & A panel to discuss their unprecedented accomplishments. continued on page 20

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The sunlit hanger of the lower-level gallery glowed as these women revealed what it was like to fly above the noise of “no.” Beckham, the first American woman to qualify as a crewmember in the F/A-18 said, “In college, my professor told me that girls didn’t belong there. And even though I got As in physics, chemistry and math, he made it hard on me. But I got through it.” Darcy-Hennemann, the first woman to join the elite Boeing Engineering Flight Test group, shared a similar college experience.“They told me I was too short and that I should go find the other flight attendants, convinced I was in the wrong place. I ran into that every step of my career.”

And as the first African-American woman to become a member of the Boeing Technical Excellence Program, Jeffcoat also faced opposition, but drew on a dare to fuel her. “A manager of mine said I couldn’t do it, so I had to show him I could.”

Years later, that man apologized and would call Jeffcoat periodically to ask, “Sandy, which doors did you open today?”

But not everyone on stage was at one time caught in the thicket of turbulation. The youngest of the group, Robertson, was the first female pilot to conduct a Chinook helicopter test flight. “I didn’t get a lot of nos because of these women sitting on this panel,” Robertson said. But as a native Washingtonian she did have one ulterior motive. “I knew that pilots got to see the sun everyday and I wanted that!”

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passion. The cover jacket has Barbara Jane “B.J.” Erickson London smiling from the cockpit of a B-17. A home economics major at the University of Washington, London enrolled in flight school after deciding that flying was “more exciting than cooking a souffle.” Also pictured is aviator Mae Jemison who was the first African-American woman in space. A glossy Hollywood headshot of Bessie Marie Dempsey represents an abandoned film career in the 1930s to study mechanical engineering and ultimately become the first female aeronautical engineer at Boeing.

And even though the purpose of the event was to applaud the past, it sparked talks about the future. “The door’s ajar, but it’s not fully open,” Jeffcoat remarked. Currently, only four percent of women in aviation are at the captain level.

But with positive changes like the Boeing-supported Raisbeck Aviation High School which matches STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics education) with a specific industry, the path is broader for today’s students interested in aerospace than generations before.

Laces tight and poised on the blocks, the women of Boeing featured in the pages of Trailblazers may have been instrumental in starting the race, but the journey has only begun.

On this day, as author Betsy Case eloquently put it, “It was time to acknowledge the inspiring women who helped make the company the success it is today.”

Book Reviews

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BY JOSEPHINE BOBBITT

As the weather turns warmer, here’s a new crop of books that have arrived on Mill Creek’s University Bookstore’s doorstep fresh for the picking:

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Beatrix Potter’s Gardening Life

by Marta McDowell 340 pages Timber Press, 2013.

One-Woman Farm

by Jenna Woginrich, Illustrations by Emma Dibben 208 pages Storey Publishing, 2013.

Marta McDowell celebrates the life and garden of Beatrix Potter, beloved children’s author and creator of Peter Rabbit. The book traces Potter’s life from a childhood love of plants and animals, through a career as an artist/writer, to her final years as an estate farmer in 1940s England. Family photographs, personal correspondence, and Potter’s lovely watercolors and drawings accompany the text.

As a special treat, readers are led through a year in Potter’s garden, as well as the many neighboring gardens and landscapes that influenced her famous books.

This is a love story about a fiercely independent woman and her Cold Antler Farm in upstate New York. After leaving her Monday-to-Friday routine, Jenna Woginrich turns to an agrarian life on a six-acre farm and discovers the challenges and rewards that come with raising her own food and animals. The compact and whimsically illustrated book is chock-full of recipes, poetry and advice for the aspiring or armchair farmer.

It’s a joy to follow the author’s year on the farm from October to October as she discovers a renewed sense of purpose in all things rural.

May 1, 12:00 p.m.

Snohomish County Luncheon with Cheryl Strayed Edward D Hansen Conference Center, Everett Cheryl Strayed, best-selling author of Wild is the featured guest at this year’s YWCA Inspire Luncheon hosted by event emcee, Jean Enersen (KING 5 News).

May 8, 6:30 p.m.

The Odd Shelf Book Club: The Kitchen Counter Cooking School

by Kathleen Flinn Mill Creek’s University Book Store Discuss how the practical and healthy tips of Le Cordon Bleu trained chef and author Kathleen Flinn can boost culinary self-confidence, devise strategies to get the most from grocery dollars and swap recipes.

Josephine Bobbitt is a bookseller at University Book Store in Mill Creek Town Center, 15311 Main Street 425.385.3530, ubookstore.com/millcreek.

Who Knew? Gardening Gardening After Heavy Rain?

If it’s too muddy for even your worst sneakers in the garden, keep them clean by sticking plastic bags over them. Secure them with rubber bands and you’re ready to sow!

Starting Seedlings You can start seeds at home by using a cardboard egg carton, or toilet paper roll and paper towel tubes. The tubes will need to be cut in halves or fourths, then placed on a tray, while the egg carton can be used as is. Put a little soil in each, place in a warm, moist area, and wait for your seeds to sprout with some regular watering.

Giving Carrots a Boost The best thing you can do for carrot seeds is also what keeps you going: coffee. Mix your carrot seeds with coffee grounds before you plant them. The coffee will provide them with much-needed nutrients as they grow.

Geraniums and Potatoes Carve out a hole in a raw potato using the end of a vegetable peeler and insert the stem of a geranium, and then plant the entire thing in its new pot or in your garden. The potato contains lots of nutrients for the geranium, and makes it easier to transplant.

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Bothell’s New Village

BY GAREN GLAZIER

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he busy construction site at the intersection of Beardslee Boulevard and I-405 will soon be home to The Village at Beardslee Crossing which includes 450 urban-style apartments and 50,000 square feet of retail and commercial space.

Situated near the picturesque Sammamish River Trail, the extensive project is part of a massive initiative by Bothell’s Planning and Development Department and City Council to revitalize the downtown core. Located at what is known as the gateway to Bothell, The Village will act as a vital link between North Creek Business Park, the UW Bothell and Cascadia campuses, and the city’s bustling Main Street.

Among The Village’s shopping and dining options, which include a Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt and Massage Green Spa, will be local chef John Howie’s newest restaurant, The Beardslee Alehouse and Wildwood Distillery. Featuring premium casual dining inspired by traditional pub food, the onsite brewery and distillery will offer visitors a wide selection 22 NorthSoundLife.com

of beers and spirits to complement their dining experience.

Tables and décor made from a sequoia that formerly grew on the site give a nod to Bothell’s rich logging history and underscore The Village’s commitment to environmentally sustainable practices.

Long-time Bothell resident Steve Cox, president of West Ridge Land Corp, and his partner Jim Billingsley, CEO of Woodbridge Homes, are the developers behind the project.

With more than 30 years of experience building communities, the pair is dedicated to providing Bothell with a stylish and convenient residential and retail destination. “This community is my home and I am passionate about creating projects that will preserve the beauty of our city and enhance its value,” said Cox. Apartments will be available starting May 1st. For more information go to beardsleecrossing.com or visit the pre-leasing office located onsite at 19115 112th Ave. NE in Bothell. 

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Take a Load Off You don’t have to do an all-out, hardcore workout to benefit your health. In fact, some exercises that are too strenuous can aggravate your joints. The basic definition of “low-impact exercise” is an activity during which you keep one foot in contact with the ground at all times. Seated and gentler, mat-based workouts (such as Pilates and yoga) are also considered by some to be low — or no-impact.

The point is to create opportunities to move your body, and you do not need special equipment or expensive memberships to do so. There happen to be some built-in resources right here in our community. One of my own

favorite low-impact activities is to walk or jog on the Centennial Trail or Interurban Trail.

The Payoff Low-impact exercise is recommended for almost all patients because of its clearly established health benefits. It is also very beneficial for those who have diabetes or borderline diabetes, because even a small amount of activity is well known to improve daily blood sugar values.

Low-impact exercise offers decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure and stroke, colon and breast cancers as well as depression and dementia. It can also offer improved metabolic processes, sense of well-being and overall strength and endurance. These benefits are available to people of all ages, in fact, regular lowimpact exercise is recommended to many patients up into their 90s. No one is too young or too old to take part. 

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The fully equipped facility has something for everyone. More advanced swimmers can take advantage of the 10-lane lap pool set a comfortable 78-80˚F with two 1-meter diving boards, while kids can play in the variety of pool attractions.

The recreational pool is set at at a higher 84-86°F and includes a 3-lane lap pool, different depth pools for varied swimming abilities, and a warm water pool, which is set at 102°F. The good times are endless with special features like the lazy river, which doubles as a place to float the current on tubes provided by the center, and a water exercise space.

The Snohomish Aquatic Center even has a space for kids to splash all they want in the interactive “sprayplay area.” The excitement continues as guests who are more than 48 inches tall fly their way down the twisting 151foot long “Splashtacular” waterslide.

As if that weren’t enough the facility also sports “Flowrider,” a surf simulation machine. This is the only place with a “Flowrider” in the area.

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Individuals can choose to lie on a boogie board or try to stand, surfing the wave.

The aquatic center offers many opportunities for swimming lessons, parties and exercise, including the “Aqua Zumba” class, a low-impact aquatic dance class to upbeat music.

Or get fit by walking upstream in the “Lazy River” class where you will be taught how to use intervals to improve your pool workout. Swimming lessons taught by skilled instructors are available for all ages and experience levels.

Beyond the impressive amount of features and activities, Snohomish Aquatic Center is an additional place where friends, families and community members alike can come together year round for endless entertainment.

The whole family can enjoy different aspects of the pools. It’s a safe, affordable gathering space for people to have fun, while simultaneously being active.

The fee for adults starts at $5.50 for a session (2 hours), and children under 2 are free. Frequenters can purchase 10-session punch passes for visits at a discounted rate. Snohomish Aquatic Center is open, so dive in. 

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BY MEGAN MUNROE

Molly Helmuth

Ride the Railway

BY KATE LANG

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ooking for a convenient, kidfriendly stop on your next trip over Stevens Pass? Look no further than Skykomish’s Original 1898 Depot and Museum train tours. Located in the southeast section of Snohomish County just off U.S. Highway 2, Skykomish has been known as a recreational access point for skiing and hiking. However, last spring the town lured hundreds of tourists with the opening of The Great Northern & Cascade Railway which features one-eighth scale live steam, gas and electric passenger trains that run on a half-mile long track.

On Saturday, May 3rd they will reopen a second season through the end of October with free train rides for adults and children alike.The town also just finished refurbishing the original depot, repurposing it into a museum and store now open to the public. Rides and visits to the recreated railway are free but donations are appreciated as they help support the town as a tourist railroad attraction.

Funded as part of the settlement awarded from the damages Skykomish sustained from the huge oil spill during the Steam Era, these passenger trains are a living monument to Skykomish’s bustling railway and logging town history. 

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ach issue, we highlight a woman who is setting a prime example of what success looks like in our local marketplace. This issue we celebrate Molly Helmuth, who calls Monroe’s Evergreen Speedway her home track, and is a rising star on the stock car circuit.

Molly Helmuth turns 19 in midJune. At the age when most girls are trying to figure out which boy would make a good senior prom date, she’s checking the rearview mirror to make sure one isn’t trying to purposefully sideswipe her on a final turn. “No male wants to get beat by a girl in anything,” Molly said. “That’s something I’ve had to deal with my entire career. Boys wrecking my car intentionally so they won’t get beat by a female.” And while being a woman in a male-dominated sport sometimes makes her a moving target (pun intended), Molly wouldn’t want it any other way. “I love going

fast, competition and feeling the incredible adrenaline rush.”

She began go-kart racing at the age of 11 and competed in the Northwest IKF Gold Cup Series before moving into racing full size stock cars at the age of 14. At 16, she was the youngest female racer to don a Super Late Model helmet for Ron Sutton’s Winners Circle — a driver development program that selects racers with the potential and commitment to make it to NASCAR. Molly continues to perform well in the Super Late Model series at Evergreen Speedway, and has a summer jam-packed with upcoming performances, including three in May and two in June.

A two-time overall winner, Molly recently qualified for the Fall Classic at Yakima Speedway cementing the fact that Molly isn’t just a pretty face with a penchant for speed, she’s a force to be reckoned with. Keep your eyes on this girl — if you can.  May | June 2014 25

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Annie Crawley Dive Into Your Imagination

BY MEGAN MUNROE

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eon green sea grass and fiery fields of red coral bubble with life. Streams of light dance weightlessly to the sway of a gentle current. Tentacles wrap and release tight circles.

Urchins preen and pucker. Mighty mammals travel ancient water routes in search of warmer waters.

Life in the ocean is a technicolor masterpiece.

Ten years ago, Annie Crawley made a decision to capture underwater life, changing the entire course of her own. She sold her car, quit her successful corporate sales job and bought a professional underwater camera. She spent the next five years with camera in hand, living and working in Galapagos, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. She then spent another five years traveling the world as the Underwater Director of Cinematography for a large format film company on a series of IMAX movies.

First bitten by the scuba bug in Australia postcollege, Annie discovered an unlocked vault inside herself. “When I breathed underwater for the first time, I was awakened to a life and world I never knew existed. Everything became silent all around me, even the voices in my head and every single one of my senses was tantalized by my surroundings.”

Today, Annie and her breathtaking underwater photography have made her one of America’s leading ocean-environmental speakers and educators.

Annie Crawley (known to her students as Ocean Annie) uses her multi-media company — Dive Into Your Imagination — to transport students on an imaginary dive around the world teaching life lessons about respect, responsibility and character.

She has produced an award-winning series of DVDs, books and lesson plans, and was awarded four grants from the Save Our Seas Foundation.

Some of her best-selling photography eBooks are available on Amazon, including a Readers’ Digest publication, Ocean Life A to Z, which is in the hands of more than 100,000 children.

As a young girl, Annie founded a tree-climbing club, hosted archaeological digs in her backyard and spent summer days in the pool pretending it was the ocean. “If you would have told me that I would go on to become an award-winning underwater photographer and filmmaker, I do not think I would have believed you. I am proof that no dream can be too great.”

If imagination is her muse, then conservation is her mission. Annie documented the SEAPLEX expedition in North Pacific Gyre to bring awareness to the problems of plastic and pollution. “When I returned after 22 days at sea, nobody wanted to know about this issue as it is below the surface.” But it affects everyone’s quality of life according to Annie, “The ocean is responsible for seventy percent of the oxygen our planet needs. With every breath we take, we are breathing ocean. When you break it down this easily, we need a healthy ocean.”

Two decades after her first dive, Annie now calls the Pacific Northwest home. “After visiting several times, I fell in love with the people and the region.”

She has found a balance between international travel and home life and cites the local scuba diving community as one of the many reasons she took a position as Camp Director of Beach Camp at Sunset Bay and created Annie Crawley’s Scuba Diving Camp.“I want children to fall in love with the ocean because we protect what we love.”

When Annie stays close to home her favorite local dive spots include Brackett’s Landing in Edmonds. “It is in my back yard and has become one of my favorite places to dive in the Puget Sound.” With more than 75 shore dives to choose from, she is “still exploring” Pacific Northwest waters.

Annie has a rare gift. “I feel so free when I dive and feel as if I come home in the water. To be able to capture the underwater world and share them with

others gives me such pleasure. It opened me up to a world beyond my imagination.” There is no doubt that Annie’s exhilarating images and commendable conservation efforts will continue to trigger newfound reverence for the ocean, and further reveal inexhaustible mysteries of the great deep. 

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Saint Edward State Park KIRKLAND Located on a forested bluff overlooking the northern end of Lake Washington, several dirt trails wind around 316 acres of moss-wrapped old growth trees and peekaboo stretches of sand and waterfront. An astonishing 3,000 feet of freshwater shoreline, this former Catholic seminary is known for its undeveloped lakeshore and wide variety of birds and sea life.

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On a gentle grade through clumps of mountain hemlock and fireweedrimmed rocky flats, hikers flock here to marvel at these frozen spectacles of nature. From 1921 to 1949, vacationers came to the ice caves to golf green flats and stay in the now non-existent grand hotel (the only proof of its existence is a crumbling chimney). Today, the hike follows one of the most manicured trails in the Cascades and can be enjoyed by hikers of all walks and ages.

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regg’s Cycle is something of a Seattle institution — its flagship Greenlake location has operated since 1932.

Gregg’s has expanded to three locations, but the Lynnwood location (lucky us) opened its doors in 2007.

Gregg’s is known for having an expert, involved staff who will answer questions and match you with the best bike or cycling products, whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a brand new rider.

May is Bike to Work Month, and with spring’s warmer temperatures, it’s a great time to get outfitted for recreational or commuter cycling. Gregg’s Alderwood Cycle has everything you need, plus a full-service repair shop and a convenient location near the Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood.

Gregg’s has a solid bike inventory for everyone, from kids to commuters to serious mountain bikers. Commuter hybrid bikes that combine the sleekness of a road bike with a more comfortable, upright frame and straight handlebars are popular. Women’s bikes are well represented at Gregg’s with narrower handlebars, compact frames and women’s saddles.

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If you already have a bike that needs an upgrade, Gregg’s can help you put slick road tires on your mountain bike to make it commuter-ready, add fenders or a rack for waterproof panniers (saddlebag style) or even perform major and minor tune-ups and repairs on-site. The service shop assembles all of Gregg’s bicycle inventory and can repair all makes and models of bikes, providing the parts are available. They promise to fix flats on the spot, and new bikes purchased at Gregg’s come with a complimentary break-in tune-up within the first three months. Gregg’s also sells service packages for the life of your bike with annual tune-ups, unlimited free adjustments and guaranteed turnaround times.

If you’re a bike accessory and clothing nut, Gregg’s carries plenty. A wide range of accessories, shoes, helmets and athletic wear they also carry the newest trends for the commuter crowd: wearto-work riding gear. Featuring waterresistant, breathable materials with extra padding and features like U-lock waistband holsters and reflective turnup leg cuffs. Styles include dark denim jeans, canvas-style knee-shorts, Levi skinny jeans, soft merino wool henleys

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and breathable polos — all with the intent to spare weekday riders from traditional spandex and lycra fashions for high-performance clothing that converts seamlessly to business casual.

Gregg’s staff shared a few recommendations for entry-level bikes that would appeal to every rider. For commuters: The Sirrus Sport Disc, a hybrid with hydraulic brakes at $699. For women: The Trek 7.3 or 7.4 starting at $599. For mountain bikers: The Trek EX5 Full Suspension or Trek X Caliber 8 hardtail at $949. For families: The Burley bicycle trailer, which is ASTM safety certified for up to 2 kids and 100 pounds of weight. These hitch to bikes with a quick release attachment that comes standard on most of Gregg’s bikes starting at $299.

Avid or aspiring riders have a lot to look forward to in coming months. For Bike to Work Month, Gregg’s will have cycling stations at Boeing Everett and the Edmonds-Mukilteo ferry. Gregg’s is also supporting several rides, including the Tour de Cure (Woodinville), May 10; 7 Hills of Kirkland, May 26; and the Red-Bell 100 (Redmond to Bellingham), Jun. 28. Of course, all things Northwest cycling culminate Jul. 12, with the Seattle to Portland ride,

and now is the time to start training for the 1-2 day ride that attracts 10,000 cyclists each year.

The North End offers multiple scenic paved bike paths for recreational riders. The most impressive of these is the 29-mile Centennial Trail running north-south from Snohomish all the way to the Skagit County line at Nakashima Farm Trailhead. And check out the Burke-Gilman and Sammamish River trails, both a quick drive from the North End with trailheads in Bothell and Woodinville. Gregg’s stocks a complimentary Snohomish County Bicycling and Trail Map. The breadth and quality of Gregg’s retail offerings and the proficient and personable assistance available to customers are obvious the moment you step into their shop, making Gregg’s the only stop you need to get into the spin of cycling season this year.  18021 Alderwood Mall Pkwy., Lynnwood Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat.–Sun. 10 a.m.–6p.m.

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Rogue Boutique

BY GAREN GLAZIER

1524 Main St., Edmonds Tue.–Sat. 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun. 12 p.m.–4p.m.

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THE SHOP The picturesque town of Edmonds, with its quaint stores and sidewalk cafes, recently welcomed the chic fashion boutique Rogue to its charming Main Street on March 8th. Visitors can find the shop in an appealingly oldfashioned white house built by the local blacksmith in the 1890s. Inside, however, the modern styles offered by owner Kimberly Koenig provide a spirited contrast to the shop’s antique exterior. Welcoming, fresh and thoughtfully decorated with artwork and bright accents, Rogue lives up to its name, adding some playful sartorial mischief to its small town setting.

ATMOSPHERE Chic, cool, yet totally relatable.

KEY PEOPLE With a background in advertising, Kimberly traded in the agency life to follow her passion. “I needed a change,” she said. “People say to follow your passion and I love shopping!” Indeed her keen eye for fashion infuses everything about the shop — from its thoughtfully curated clothes and accessories to her incredibly cute business card printed on real wood.

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current trends and always has an eye out for new brands with distinctive designs on websites like Etsy. “I tried to pick lines that I love that I know aren’t carried everywhere, because I’m a boutique shopper too,” she said, noting the major advantage intimate shops like hers have over department stores.

The beautiful items displayed on neat racks range from slick leather clutches to well made and flattering basic tees and tanks, gorgeous separates, flirty dresses and an eclectic jewelry collection that is selling like hotcakes. In addition, Kimberly is proud of a line she carries called BOHO Republic. She’s tapped the up-and-coming Seattle-based designer to create handmade pieces that are exclusive to her store.

OWNER’S FAVORITE “It probably changes on a daily basis,” she said with a laugh. “Right now, for spring, though, I am loving this line of Darling dresses.” The one she points to is undeniably adorable and flattering. “Everyone that’s tried one on has run away with it.” The fun frock exemplifies her penchant for fashion with a twist. “I chose to go off the beaten path, and I hope that accentuates the pieces I have here.” 

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The Skinny on SPF

BY ARIANNE KRAKER

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f you aren’t intimidated by all of the acronyms associated with sunscreen, then my floppy straw hat is off to you. Even as a beauty professional I completely understand how labels like SPF, UVA, UVB, PA+++ (yes, that’s a real thing) can leave your head spinning. When boiled down, these terms confirm that without a protective shield between us and that big ball of fire in the sky, we are prone to skin damage, wrinkles and even skin cancer. Scary right? Let’s break down what you really need to know so you can start saving your skin now.

The Best Sun Protection Factor (SPF) SPF 30 is the best coverage according to The American Academy of Dermatology. Usually, higher numbers don’t add more protection and anything lower doesn’t get the job done. When it comes to lips, face, neck, hands and body, get in the habit of always using SPF 30 to achieve maximum sun protection.

However, not all SPF 30 is created equal.

Always pay attention to ingredients and shy away from products that are full of chemicals. The most natural and effective ingredient in SPF should be Zinc Oxide. For instance, Drunk Elephant Umbra Sheer SPF 30 sunscreen is infused with Sunflower Shoot Extract to preserve cell energy, Astaxanthin 36 NorthSoundLife.com

to protect DNA, Raspberry Seed Oil, (nature’s most powerful sunscreen) for intense moisture and healing. Look for similar ingredients when picking out SPF to leave your skin healthy and protected naturally.

The Gruesome Twosome: UVA and UVB Rays The sun’s harmful rays fall into two categories: Long wave ultraviolet (UVA) rays and short wave ultraviolet (UVB) rays. UVA rays penetrate deep into the skin’s thickest layers. Exposure without protection can result in premature aging and the suppression of a skin’s healthy immune system

making you more prone to skin cancer. UVA rays are so strong that they will affect you regardless of weather.

They can reach your skin through thick clouds and even glass windows. So while you may think you’re safe sitting at the wheel or next to an office window without SPF, UVA rays’ strength prove otherwise.

Short wave ultraviolet (UVB) rays are the ones your mom always warned you about. They burn the superficial layers of your skin making you prone to painful, vacation-ruining sunburns.

And it doesn’t stop there: UVB rays promote wrinkles by targeting resilient skin cells in an effort to age you faster.

I like to think of UVA and UVB rays as those mean girls in high school determined to bully your skin — avoid them at all costs.

How to Avoid Sun Damage First, abide by the “two-hour rule.” If you are outdoors for any long period of time, sunscreen should be re-applied every two hours to keep your skin protected. It can only keep our skin safe if we use it correctly, so even something as simple as setting a reminder on your phone to reapply is a great precautionary step.

Also, be sure to pay close attention to expiration dates on sunscreen. Most sunscreens are good for a solid year when stored in a dry, cool place. Keep it out of a hot car, that’ll end it’s lifespan much quicker. If there’s no expiration date on the bottle, take a second to write the purchase date on the bottle in permanent marker to ensure you stay protected.

moisturizer is SPF 30 then it’s perfect for your skin, pre-makeup. If not, make sure you add it to your current moisturizer routine before applying foundation.

If you need a quick fix use longwear concealer. My secret weapon for lightening sun-damaged skin is Estee’ Lauder’s Double Wear Concealer. The coverage won’t come off until you wash your face. When shopping for a longwear concealer look for any liquid or stick variety that provides coverage for 12+ hours. The consistency should be thin but formulated well enough to cover everything. If you have tried it all and still have damage that won’t improve, see a dermatologist. They can prescribe a variety of medicated brightening creams to address specific needs.

How to “Undo” Bad Skin-Sun Habits If you’re reading this and thinking, “But, I already have sun-damaged skin!” — don’t worry. A proactive approach from here on out is a step in the right direction. Paired with a combination of a great exfoliator, moisturizer, concealer and even a lightening cream, consistent use of SPF can begin to reverse those areas of damaged cells.

Whether dry or oily, exfoliating your skin on a regular basis will slough off the dead skin cells and help regenerate your skin’s texture and radiance.

Try incorporating a gentle but effective exfoliant like Aveeno’s Skin Brightening Daily Scrub into your skincare regime three times a week.

Your face is thirsty — and while that may sound strange, hydration is imperative to your skin’s ability to “glow”. A great moisturizer will prevent wrinkles and further effects of stress on your skin. For those who want to reclaim problem areas, get used to slathering your skin twice a day. If your

The Truth about SPF in Makeup And let’s just do away with the makeup myth that the SPF in your foundation is enough. The small amount listed in your foundation or powder will not keep you safe from the sun’s harmful rays. In actuality, our face needs a large almond sized amount of SPF 30 applied daily. While it’s great and convenient to have a little extra in a cosmetic product, it should by no means be considered the end-all for your defense against the elements. Above all–stay lathered, my friends.  May | June 2014 37

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he sun is starting to peek through some of our winter gloom, and springtime is upon us. We called upon local plant experts to create beautiful container gardens that harness the hope and beauty of early spring. Hellebores, narcissus and primroses in the floral display complement the earthier huckleberry and Oregon grape in the native planting. We’re pleased to bring you this early peak into what is sure to be a bright and productive growing season for us in the Pacific Northwest.

Red Pot Accented with salal, this bold pot brings together the fiery Coral Bark Japanese Maple with japonica, primrose and other evergreens. The broadleaf evergreen will bloom orange, complementing the bright primrose.

1 Coral Bark Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum Sangu Kaku) 2 Viburnum (Viburnum tinus Compacta) 3 Japonica (Cryptomeria japonica Little Diamond) 4 Japonica Andromeda (Pieris japonica) 5 Springtime Cypress (chamaecyparis lawsoniana) 6 Salal (Gaultheria shallon)

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UPCOMING EVENTS June 7 ~ Bike & Brews June 7 ~ Leavenworth Wine Walk June 19-22 ~ Accordion Festival June 28-29 ~ International Dance Festival July 4 ~ Kinderfest

ALL SUMMER Art in the Park Summer Theater Farmers Market

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hen architect Don Larkin and his small Eastside architectural firm were asked to design a Lopez Island vacation home on the original foundation of a dilapidated cabin, he and his team drew upon the stunning views and quiet, driftwood-strewn bay below to create a sophisticated seaside escape. A stunning blend of Nantucket-meets-Northwest, this 2,900 squarefoot home is surrounded by forestal acreage and hedged in by large plots of rolling farmland. Don positioned the Craftsman’s waterside exterior to drink in the distant views of snow-tipped Mount Baker and ever-stretching views of Puget Sound.

The interior was designed to be open and sunny, outfitted with luxury finishings to ensconce it’s modernity while still possessing traditional charm.

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An entire wall of windows opens the sitting room to private waterfront views. Lifted by a checkerboard vaulted-tray ceiling and window muntins, the cottage decor and light hardwoods enhance neutral sage walls.

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Salt-and-pepper granite countertops and creamy craftsman cabinets highlight the custom high-gloss black island as a showpiece spot to gather.

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A free-standing clawfoot tub and double-headed shower punctuate this dream master bath as a place to truly unwind.

Satin nickel details and buttery walls add elegance and warmth.

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Encounters The North End’s Best Beaches

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day at the beach burns bright in one’s memory.

We are drawn to water,

because the sea is a master storyteller.

Shorebirds squawk and circle. The salt air aches of escape and adventure.

Children squeal and giggle over ribbons of slimy seaweed and watch in wonder as small crabs skitter beneath driftwood. Empires of sand rise up again and again, despite the unavoidable appetite of the coming tide. The very impermanence of a day at the beach is what makes it a living thing. Starting in our own backyard, discover 15 of the most interactive stretches of pebble and sand to splash, boat, paddle, hike, fish and treasure-hunt.

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Everett Get Lifted Jetty Island WHERE IT IS West of Everett at the mouth of the Snohomish River WHAT TO BRING Kitesurfing paraphernalia, SPF 30, swim trunks and a confirmed ferry spot A two-mile sliver of untouched sandbank — dirt trails sidewind inside tall marshland grasses while eagles and ospreys zigzag overhead. Mount Baker rises in the north adding majesty to the island’s sweeping views of nearby Hat, Whidbey and Camano islands and the distant outline of the Olympic Mountains and the crest of Mount Rainier peek over the bluff. When drinking in the scene, it’s unfathomable that Jetty Island was nothing more than a happy accident.

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A man-made collection of riprap and silt haphazardly designed to create a protected harbor during the first half of the twentieth century, Jetty Island’s some 30,000 visitors take the three-minute ferry ride to vie for umbrella plots and swim in unusually warm waters during the peak season of July-September. The island’s providential position also does a bang-up job of harnessing the whipping winds of the Saratoga Passage, creating a kiteboarder’s paradise.

Open for business starting July 5th, the ferry at the Jetty Landing (located at 10th and W. Marine View Drive) runs seven days a week, Mon.–Thurs. 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Fri.–Sat., 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–7 p.m.

Beachfront Bird Watching North View Park WHERE IT IS Northern end of Everett overlooking Port Gardner Bay WHAT TO BRING Binoculars, point-and-shoot camera and a journal North View Park isn’t one of those beaches to sport a bikini (unless you don’t mind a few looks from birders who’ve come to spot eagles), but the quiet and inspiring waterfront views can calm even the most distracted lunch-breakers.

Decorated with barnacle-bedazzled boulders and watermarked tree stumps, the small and tranquil beachfront runs alongside the rippling water of Everett’s port where several comfy benches afford optimum bird viewing. Down a gentle graded dune, beachcombers can catch glimpses of Great Blue Heron and Osprey. During late spring through summer the offshoot of shore pilings have been home to Osprey nests where hatchlings can be seen. A few miles down from the Inn at Port Gardner and Lombardi’s, order your lunch to go and recharge your chi.

510 W. Marine View Dr., Hours during April 1– Oct. 31: 6 a.m.–10 p.m.

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Family-Friendly Freshwater Silver Lake WHERE IT IS Three miles from Mill Creek Town Center off WA-527 in South Everett WHAT TO BRING Towels, swimsuits and dancing shoes (or sandals) The sun-drenched shores of Silver Lake are part of the 35-acre wide Thornton A. Sullivan Park.

Not to be confused with Silver Lake in Whatcom County, Silver Lake, WA is known to be a waterfront playground pumped up with familyfun. The city of Everett hosts several events from June through Labor Day on Silver Lake’s sand.

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annual Fish-In for little tykes who wish to fish with expert fishing guides. The 59th Annual Silver Lake Hydroplane Races on June 7th is a rainor-shine event and the highly anticipated 2014 Kids’ Concert Series begins every Thursday morning starting in July. One of the best, and closest, stretches of swimming beach in the county — Silver Lake is a hot hangout for all ages.

11405 W. Silver Lake Rd., Open and staffed with lifeguards from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. daily starting in June.

Edmonds Go Below the Surface Brackett’s Landing North WHERE IT IS To the north of Edmonds-Kingston Ferry dock WHAT TO BRING Scuba gear and an underwater camera Outside the recreational diving community, not many people know that Washington State has an extensive underwater park system. But for those who do, they are a part of the estimated 25,000 scuba divers who visit Edmonds each year to experience one of the best. A 27-acre marine trail system of sweeping tide and bottom lands, Brackett’s Landing is an underwater trove of sunken vessels and man-made reefs. A collection of decaying ships lie aside scattered remnants of the 520-floating bridge skirted by a wide range of local marine life. An extensive network of fixed guide ropes anchored to the bottom make it easy for divers to get around. And if you’re low on cash you’ll even find a vintage cash register.

50 Railroad Ave. N., Hours: 6 a.m.–10 p.m.

Seaside Charm Marina Beach WHERE IT IS To the south of Edmonds-Kingston Ferry dock WHAT TO BRING Your dog, volleyball and your best barbecue recipe Dog-friendly and seaside chic, Marina Beach is the southernmost park on the Edmonds waterfront. A fan favorite among the tight-knit beach community, visitors can spend hours scouting sea shells at low tide or spotting the occasional clam spitting water. A visual smorgasbord of sea and structure, the romance of passing trains set the scene while the ferry docks and departs like a welltuned pocket watch. Seafood staples like Arnie’s and Anthony’s are within walking distance of the beach and on clear, sunny days stunning views of …

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Mt. Baker can be seen amid billows of yummy barbecue smoke from public stands. The expansive kids’ play structure and beach volleyball nets overlook panoramic views of Puget Sound, and the plentitude of green space and soft, golden sand is great for picnics or kite flying.

650 Admiral Way South, Hours: Dawn until dusk

Stunning Sunsets Meadowdale Beach WHERE IT IS North end of Edmonds at Lunds Gulch WHAT TO BRING A kayak or paddle board, frisbee and trail walking shoes Located north of Edmonds on Puget Sound, this beautiful 95-acre saltwater beach and woodland park features a 1.25-mile hike through magnificent old growth forest onto scenic beachfront. A large grassy area near the beach is a wonderful place for picnics, sunbathing or a game of frisbee. At the end of the hike you’ll duck into a tunnel (check with the Washington Trails Association for current tunnel access reports) before discovering a crescent-shaped cove of soft pebbled sand. This unusual and exciting entry point only enhances the hike in. Known to be a great kayak or paddle boarding point, catch a sunset or sunrise against the breathtaking backdrop of the distant Olympic Mountains.

15433 75th Pl. W., Hours: Dawn until dusk

Drop a Line Olympic Beach WHERE IT IS Next to the Edmonds Marina and the Port of Edmonds WHAT TO BRING The kiddos and fishing gear Edmonds’ public fishing pier is open 365 days a year and the adjacent visitors’ station is open every weekend from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend. Rangers and beach docents are on hand to teach curious kiddos about the animals and plants that populate Edmonds Beaches. The new touch tank is a big hit and is stocked with local marine life. To get up close and personal, there will be a free ranger-guided, low-tide beach walk for the public on June 14th at noon and June 15th at 1 p.m. The tide is incredibly low that weekend — as low as -3.3.

200 Admiral Way, Hours: 6 a.m.–10 p.m.

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Set Down a Spread WHERE IT IS Northen end of Edmonds WHAT TO BRING Picnic blanket and clam-digging shovels

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Picnic Point may seem self-explanatory, but it is actually more of beachcomber’s paradise than rest stop. Located on the border of Edmonds and Mukilteo and tucked inside a residential neighborhood, Picnic Point’s seclusion will appeal to those who relish unspoiled beach and dining al fresco. Devoid of concession stands, restaurants and shops — visitors have easy beach access across a pedestrian bridge built over railroad tracks. You may stumble upon a bed of moon snails and spitting horse clams while exploring the extensive patchwork of rock, sand and seaweed. This is where shovels come in handy since horse clams love to dig their escape route when discovered by excited children. If you don’t want to get your hands dirty, the south end of the beach has a few tide pools for spotting bald eagles along the surf zone.

7531 Picnic Point Rd., Hours: 7 a.m. to dusk

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Shoreline For Skipping Rocks & Spying Sea Critters Richmond Beach Saltwater Park WHERE IT IS North of downtown Shoreline off NW 190th WHAT TO BRING A bucket for rock collecting and a magnifying glass

Mukilteo Bustling Beachfront & Bonfires Lighthouse Park WHERE IT IS West end of the city by the Mukilteo-Clinton Ferry docks WHAT TO BRING Fire starter fodder, cash for the Farmers’ Market, and a comfy blanket An iconic Northwest stretch of sand, the beach at Lighthouse Park hugs the shore in the shadow of a 100-year-old lighthouse facing a narrow portion of Possession Sound with views of Whidbey Island. Take a walk down the spectacular shoreline walkway and stop in at Diamond Knot Brewery or Ivar’s for locally crafted brew and sizzling seafood.

Mukilteo’s Waterfront Wednesdays begin June 1st through September 7th for browsing the renowned Farmers’ Market, experiencing music and poetry at Mukilteo Arts Guild’s Open Mic and seeing demonstrations by local glass artists before catching a movie in the park at dusk.

Lighthouse Park is also one of the few beaches that allows bonfires so bring a bundle of dry firewood for a perfect way to end the day.

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Richmond Beach Saltwater Park may be 39 acres, but its 1300 feet of breathtaking waterfront is the main event. Supplying views of distant ferry routes and skybound seaplanes offset by Olympic crests, a short, kid-friendly trail descends from a high bluff to a driftwood-strewn beach, perfect for imaginative play. Once a gravel pit for The Richmond Beach Sand and Gravel Company, this is a rock collector’s paradise.

A dizzying assortment of tide-tumbled finds call out from underfoot, each one begging to be examined, applauded and adopted. Children and their co-collectors (parents) can spend hours combing or skipping stones on the expansive shorefront.

Spring and summer are great seasons to keep an eye out for sea cucumbers, brittle stars, sea slugs, and perhaps even a graceful decorator crab — but be sure to visit again in the winter when resident orcas can be seen from the shore.

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Day Trips Wave Catching & Treasure Hunting Grayland Beach, Grayland, WA WHERE IT IS South of Grays Harbor on the Olympic Peninsula WHAT TO BRING Metal detector, wetsuit and a surfboard If you’ve ever bought a metal detector — perhaps when you lost your wedding ring that one year — then pack it up and bring it to Grayland Beach the next time you’re jonesing for junk. The California Current swirls from Willapa Bay to yield an impressive collection of flotsam and jetsam plunked along 13 miles of beach between the Grays Harbor County line and North Cove. But if you don’t unearth a gold watch, the flat shoreline slips smoothly into the cold Pacific waters and offers a less populated — but just as gorgeous — alternative to Ocean Shores. For Northwest surfers (bless your hearts) the chilly waters throw out gnarly breaks. So much so, that the Grayland Open Amateur Freeride Nationals takes place the first weekend in August.

3120 State Route 105, Grayland; Hours: 6:30 a.m.–10 p.m.

Endless Possibilities Long Beach, WA WHERE IT IS On Washington’s southwestern coast where the Columbia River meets the Pacific WHAT TO BRING Kite, fishing and clamming gear and walking shoes.

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as no surprise that the sheer volume of things to do match its breadth. Split your time between kayaking, horseback riding and end-of-season clam digging (the Washington Department of Fishing and Wildlife is optimistic about adding clam digs well into May).

May 1st marks the Halibut Season Opener and June 27th kicks off the Doggie Olympic Games — which include categories like “What, No Ducks? Ball Toss” and “Rip Van Winkle Sleep Off.” Long Beach, known for its zippy gusts, is also home to the Washington State International Kite Festival, a week-long kite celebration and competition held annually during the third week of August. Another beloved pastime is exploring Discovery Trail, which stretches eight miles from Ilwaco to North Long Beach and commemorates the Lewis and Clark Expedition. In short, it’s the Swiss Army Knife of beaches — it has everything.

clamming and a warm lagoon suitable for swimming, but is most well-known for car-top boating. It is one of the few state parks in the San Juan Islands where you can drive on the beach. You shouldn’t worry if you don’t have a car sizeable enough to carry a vessel of your own, there are plenty of local adventure companies that can coordinate kayak tours on your behalf.

3120 State Route 105, Grayland; Hours: From dawn until dusk

WHERE IT IS Southwest shore of Whidbey Island, also known as Useless Bay Tidelands WHAT TO BRING Bored teenagers, a skimboard and energetic dogs

Car-top Boating Spencer Spit State Park, Lopez Island WHERE IT IS On the east side of Lopez Island in San Juan County WHAT TO BRING Swimsuit, passenger boat, and an allwheel drive vehicle Spencer Spit State Park is a 138-acre marine and camping park situated on Lopez Island in the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The park has a reputation for excellent crabbing and

521 A. Bakerview Road, Lopez Island; Hours: 8 a.m. to dusk

Skimboarding Double Bluff Beach, Whidbey Island

If you have restless teenagers who think you’re the most uncool person on the planet, plan a trip to Double Bluff Beach where they can experience one of the best places in the Northwest to skimboard — a hybrid of surfing and skateboarding. There is also an excellent off-leash area for puppy parents. And if you aren’t into extreme watersports or don’t fancy Fido, it is also a popular birders haven for spying Blue Heron and swooping eagles.

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For Ancient Inspiration Kalaloch’s Ruby Beach, Olympic National Park WHERE IT IS Directly off Highway 101 on the southwest coast of the Olympic Peninsula, 30 miles south of Forks WHAT TO BRING Up-to-date Kalaloch Information Station tide report, campsite reservation, rugged hiking boots, and a crucifix (just in case) Gaggles of heavy-breathing tweenage Twilight fans flock to Forks to experience where the vampiric courtship between Edward and Bella began, but the real magic is approximately 28 miles from the sleepy town. Named for ruby-hued crystals hauled in from the Pacific seabed, Ruby Beach is one of the most popular and mystical cays in the Pacific Northwest’s coastal constellation. Below eroding bluffs and through a wind-blasted maritime forest, visitors hike down a quarter-mile trail fringed by salt-sprayed shrubs to emerge from behind a barrier of surf-tossed logs. A gorgeous collection of sea stacks echo the larger-than-life front row seat to unprecedented Pacific beauty.

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StoreFront Catch, Cook and Chow Down in the North Sound

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orthwest natives know that our regional treasure isn’t gold, it’s pink. We’re talking salmon, and are we ever rich. We live beside an inland sea with access to an ocean coastline beyond and an intricate network of rivers to the east. Whether you choose to cast a line, shop local seafood markets or rely on North Sound chefs for the season’s freshest — there are as many ways to enjoy seafood as there are waters to fish it. Discover where to drop crab pots in Puget Sound, buy local salmon to grill in the backyard, and sample perfectly prepared Possession Sound seafood stew in a seaside bistro. No matter how you decide to ingest our area’s Omega-3 abundance there’s nothing more quintessentially Northwest than experiencing the fresh bounty of Washington’s waterways.

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Catch it Yourself Seasoned anglers may have boats, gear and an obsession for the best technique or fishing locale, but someone just wanting to dip their toe in the water can still bring home a catch. May ushers in halibut, lingcod and shrimp seasons, and the tail end of spring razor clamming. June marks the beginning of freshwater fishing, including King salmon and steelhead found in the Snohomish and Stillaguamish rivers. And in July, Puget Sound crab season begins. Here are some ideas for casting your own line in these generous waters.

For Starters: Charters Even if you aren’t a fishing expert you can still experience the thrill of catching your own. One of the simplest ways to ease into the world of fishing is using a local guide service. They provide a boat, a guide, bait, tackles, fuel and even sometimes lunch and licenses, leaving you to simply show up with proper clothing for an all-day (6–7 hours) fishing excursion in guaranteedcatch waters. Choose between river fishing for King salmon and steelhead (June) and ocean fishing for halibut and lingcod (May) or salmon (June–September). All Rivers and Saltwater Charters will run a Skykomish River trip departing from Monroe in June and July, and and All Star Fishing Charters offers river and ocean fishing out of Everett.

If you want to set sail from the city, Fish Finders Private Charters runs ocean salmon trips from Seattle as well.

Line Fishing For fare fresh from Puget Sound the Edmonds Pier is the most popular with those seeking the path of least resistance.

Open for fishing year-round, this simplifies a lot considering the complicated seasons and areas restricted by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).

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Lingcod, King salmon, pile and shiner perch, red rock and Dungeness crab, shrimp and the occasional school of smelt can all be caught here, mostly with just a line and rod or a ring trap. Ted’s Sport Center in Lynnwood and Angler’s Choice in Shoreline have expert staff and ample tackle and bait to get you started. If you’re a newbie out there, make sure to be respectful of other lines and types of fishing going on around you.

Crabbing Puget Sound opens for crabbing midsummer, usually in early July, featuring red rock and the delectable Dungeness crabs.

If you have access to a boat, dropping crab pots is a fruitful option. Browns Bay near Edmonds and Camano Island State Park are reported to be promising locations. You can also get crabs with nets and waders from the shore wherever there’s eelgrass, their preferred habitat, or cast a ring net from a pier.

Clamming Digging for clams is another easy way to forage your own seafood. All you really need is a shovel, a good pair of eyes, and a legal public beach. While Snohomish County public beaches are off-limits for clamming, a short ferry ride to Whidbey Island gives you access to several state parks that are open year-round. Double Bluff State Park has the most variety, shellfish seekers can source primarily butter clams, as well as cockles, native littleneck, horse, eastern softshell and macoma clams on its long stretch of beach looking out to Useless Bay. Just make sure to call before you dig to ensure that shellfish is currently healthy for consumption (800) 562-5632.

The prized razor clam is strictly managed with assigned days, times and locations. Though restrictive, this also lends itself to a bit of an adventure, joining other diggers in a communal clam hunt on one of Washington’s coastal beaches at low tide. Watch the WDFW website for potential May digs.

Fishing Fine Print: Licensing and Catch Records The WDFW requires a license for any fisherman over 15 years old. There are a variety of options available, depending on where, what, and how long you intend to fish and most require using a Catch Record Card. The WDFW website and downloadable Fishing Pamphlet can be found at wdfw. wa.gov/fishing.

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Find It Fresh While Pike Place Market in Seattle remains a well deserved standard for fresh, regional seafood embodied in the romantic notion of the market fishmonger, there are plenty of alternatives north of Seattle for buying “curl in the tail” fresh fish, live crab and responsibly sourced seafood of every kind.

Central Market Central Market is the premier fish market of the North End. From its Shoreline and Mill Creek locations, Central Market serves an aweinspiring seafood selection: live crab, oyster, clam and lobster tanks, pristine filets behind the case, whole fresh fish — clear-eyed and without a scale missing — and a frozen section with anything not in season and specialty items like gluten-free battered halibut and cioppino. They have fresh octopus, squid, Penn Cove mussels, scallops, you name it.

But more than selection, Central Market prides itself on the quality of its products, including Bruce Gore, the industry standard for quality fish with individual serial numbers, tracking exactly where each fish was caught and how it was handled from the hook to your shopping cart. Central Market works closely with vendors and has direct relationships with the fishermen themselves, who know from the boat which fish will suit their high standards of quality and sustainability.

What really makes Central Market’s seafood department special is its staff. While at supermarket chains there’s no telling the experience of the seafood associates, Central Market employs career experts. Bryan DePew, the seafood manager at Mill Creek has been selling and preparing seafood for more than thirty years.

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firm white filets is to watch an artisan at his craft.

Chris King, the seafood specialist for Central Market, explained that all of this adds up to a customer-centered value system. They want to provide quality, healthy, affordable seafood with consistency. “The point is access,” King said. Managers have the freedom to carry the best product, even if it means selling it below cost.

be the freshest you can find without catching it yourself, never more than 48 hours old, and often much less than that. St. Jude will be there with its sustainably caught, guaranteed lowmercury, high-omega 3 albacore tuna.

And Happy Fish plans to be at several Snohomish County farmers’ markets with Dungeness crab and bay shrimp gourmet salads.

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For seafood delivered to your door, check out some of the local providers with online service.Vital Choice Wild Seafood and Organics, based out of Ferndale, ships frozen, canned and smoked seafood, and specialty items like salmon bacon and salmon chorizo

Edmonds Summer Market plans to have several seafood vendors this year.

Wilson Fish is a favorite, bringing fish caught by their small boat in Neah Bay and their own smoked salmon.

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(vitalchoice.com). Full Circle’s weekly produce box also offers fish, crabmeat, scallops, prawns, lox and smoked trout from Seattle’s Surfin’ Seafood (fullcircle.com).

Shelton based and family-owned Taylor Shellfish — the largest producer of farmed shellfish in the U.S. — grows sustainable shellfish in their nurseries and are vocal stewards of our state’s priceless marine environment. Taylor’s online store ships the freshest Olympia oysters, Manila clams, Small Pacific mussels, and live geoducks in custom packaging to your front porch (taylorshellfishstore.com). So as you can see, there are lots of ways to get your hands on fresh seafood nearby.

EAT Nosh (No Hook or Cook Required) Fine seafood dining in the Northwest has a reputation for being the best.

And while Seattle’s city proper is loaded with some of the most renown, the North End has quite the haul of first-rate restaurants that glean seafood goodness from the vast marine resources nearby. From waterfront dining along the Edmonds, Everett and Mukilteo shoreline to offshore eateries stocked with flawless and locally sourced fish, there are establishments aplenty to satiate North Sound seafoodies.

The Big Fish: Anthony’s Homeport Anthony’s Homeport Everett on Port Gardner Bay overlooks the largest saltwater marina in the Pacific Northwest with majestic views of Camano, Whidbey and Hat Island against the Olympic Mountains. The dining room at Anthony’s Homeport Edmonds is just as stunningly situated for witnessing Washington ferry boats gliding across the Puget Sound.

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Focusing on seasonal and sustainable, they offer a “Best of Season” menu that includes wild runs of fresh Chinook (King), Silver and Sockeye salmon as well as Alaska halibut, lingcod, petrale sole and rockfish. They rely on local shellfish suppliers to bring the finest Dungeness crab, clams, mussels and oysters to the menu. For the resident boatman (or woman), both of these Anthony’s locations offer free moorage dining options. The Port of Everett Marina boasts six hours guest moorage and the Port of Edmonds Marina provides four on the I, J & L docks.

Established Eats Other waterfront options include the much less sprawling real estate of Arnie’s which has two locations in Edmonds and Mukilteo. A community institution operated for the last 25 years with an emphasis on preparing local products, their weekly fresh sheets give diners a clear view of what’s currently being caught in the waters they overlook.

A popular Arnie’s pick is the Seafood Platter which includes an excellent variety of char-grilled salmon, sea scallops, prawns and steamed Manila clams for a reasonable $24 price tag.

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Northwest-style white clam chowder to go. Others amble inside to sit and slurp the Possession Sound Seafood Stew crammed with Alaska Snow crab legs, salmon, halibut, jumbo prawns, scallops, Manila clams and mussels in a tomato-saffron fennel broth.

Offshore Standouts For those east of the I-5 corridor, you don’t have to brave after-five traffic to get to the waterfront for fabulous fish and shellfish. Sockeye’s in Monroe may be situated on man-made Lake Tye, but the seafood menu resembles anything you’d find seaside. The lightly battered lingcod fish and chips served with fries and house made coleslaw is the perfect choice for patio dining with a frigid draught beer.

Emory’s on Silver Lake is a Northwest-style lodge that overlooks the lake’s sparkling waters. A recent patio renovation includes a stone fireplace and ceiling-stocked heaters so you can enjoy waterfront dining whether the weather cooperates or not. The steamed Northwest clam broth is a sop-worthy blend of olive oil, white wine, garlic, and lemon-infused herbs, while the Tortellini with Shrimp and Lobster Sauce can satisfy the strongest seafood-meets-starch cravings.

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dedicated to embracing the culture and traditions of area Native American tribes. The most popular dish, Salmon on a Stick, is ironwood impaled wild Salmon smoked over smoldering alderwood coals. Speaking of inventive seafood, Edmonds’ Five Corners restaurant Bar Dojo spins seafood sideways serving oysters on the half shell with ginger mignonette and spicy radish puree and Black Cod Kasuzuke with avocado rice, grilled peppers and cilantro aioli. Bonefish Grill located off Bothell-Everett Hwy serves up a variety of fresh fish from salmon and seabass to Tilapia and Mahi Mahi served with your choice of sauces. Well known for its signature dish Bang Bang Shrimp.

It would be a terrible oversight to omit sushi from the seafood roundup. Best bet: Sushi Zen in Mill Creek.

A strip-mall sensation that has a line to the door on any given dinner rush was also the Best Sushi Winner from KING

5’s Evening Magazine and serves signature dishes like Crouching Tuna Hidden Shrimp and toro and sea urchin in the shell. The newest kid on the block is Katana Sushi in Everett. Led by Seattle chef and restaurateur Jay Zeng, he skipped the city and moved to Lake Stevens to bring daily prepared and locally sourced products to the North End. Order the tuna, crab, seaweed, and spicy tuna packed Deadliest Catch roll if you’re at all skeptical.

Eat at the Source Drawn by the proximity to Willapa Bay oysters, Columbia River salmon, Dungeness crab, razor clams and appetite enhancing fresh sea air, the Long Beach Peninsula is stacked with casual coastal restaurants like Castaway’s Seafood Grille and Dooger’s: Long Beach.

One local treasure, the salt-slicked seaside hut called OleBob’s Seafood Market and Galley Cafe, takes the term “fresh sheet” to a whole new level by only using a whiteboard menu for quick catch updates. OleBob’s Deep Fried Fish and Chips and legendary crabcakes are sinfully yummy, but the straight-forward Dungeness Crab Plate

(a whole crab served with melted garlic butter) comes ready for deconstruction. Jimella and Nanci’s Market Cafe in Klipsan Beach serves up the freshest ingredients with the help of one local fisherman — simply called “Gary.”He has been selecting their fish for over 25 years.

Much closer to home and overlooking the shores of Penn Cove, Whidbey Island’s quaint town of Coupeville has its famous mussels, oysters and clams mastered. Restaurants like Oystercatchers and Christopher’s are known for their shellfish sorcery. The 105-year-old Captain Whidbey Inn marries classical culinary technique with the bounty from Penn Cove and produce from its own garden, to bring year-round regional cuisine to the plate.

From I-swear-it’s-still-wriggling sashimi to ocean fresh King salmon, we are not hurting for scrumptious seafood. Whether you prefer to slip into high heels for live Dungeness Crab served on white tablecloths or get knuckle deep in crab cracking at a mom-and-pop seafood stop, the selections for finding a superb sea-inspired menu nearby are, ahem, titanic. 

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Terracotta Red

BY QUINN M. REDFIELD

D

riving through the heart of Everett on Hewitt Avenue, a flash of brilliant terracotta red may catch your eye.

This is the signature color of Terracotta Red Thai Bistro and Lounge inviting you to find modern Pan Asian food that’s worth pulling over for.

When the front door of this upscale bistro swings open Chef Jimmy Liang is putting on quite the show. Flashes of flame are punctuated by the sizzle of fresh vegetables sauteed in signature sauces.Terracotta Red’s theme is fresh. Handpicked ingredients from local farmers and suppliers find their place in family-style dinners that feature a mix of crisp vegetables flavored with basil leaves and accompanied by hearts of baby bok choy and broccoli drunk in a house-made garlic wine sauce.

Chef Liang, a renowned chef who has worked at prestigious restaurants in the area including Woodinville’s James Beard award-winning Herbfarm, is as passionate about flavor as he is about the quality of the food he makes. “We pride ourselves on creating distinctive dishes by utilizing multiple layers of cooking techniques and flavors.” The Basil Beef is bolder than other run-of-the-mill versions and the flavor of the Sesame Chicken jumps off the plate mimicking the traditional umami profile that causes us to crave these dishes over and over again. continued on page 72 …

… continued from page 71 With so many tricks up his sleeve, Chef Liang has even dared to strip the gluten from many of his recipes — a rare accomplishment in this type of cuisine. Switching from wheat flour to potato starch and using tamari instead of soy sauce has opened up a whole new world. From sides to entrees and even the noodles, the menu is now ripe with gluten-free alternatives. While he admits some dishes are a challenge, Chef Liang ultimately managed to echo the slam-dunk flavor for glutenconscious customers.

What gives Terracotta Red’s dishes such intense flavor? For starters, their sauces are made from the same fresh ingredients used in the main dishes and are built “layer by layer.” Customers will be happy to know there are no vats of pre-made, soupy sauce here.

The accompanying “fresh sheet” of seasonal items on rotation keeps the food inventive. Featuring items that are only available during peak season and sourced from local farms, the current menu includes Empress Sea Scallops nestled on top of tender pea vines and the Grilled Anderson Farms Lamb Shoulder served with Polenta cake, Si Chuan string beans, and house-made mint chutney. To top it off, all the beef is grass fed and the chicken is free range. And just in case you were concerned that there wasn’t

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enough variation, the full lunch and dinner menus are freshened up twice a year just to keep it interesting.

For happy hour hard-hitters, Terracotta Red has a delicious menu stockpiled with three and five dollar dishes. Monday through Friday from 3–6 p.m. you can eat your way through best selling items like Chicken Satay, Malay Style Samosas, Indonesian Corn Fritters, Pork and Chive Pot Stickers and Dry Style Five Spice Ribs.

Drink your dessert with one of their specialty cocktails, such as the Chai Delight or Asian Pear Martini. Or be a purist and delve into the Chocolate Panna Cotta — thick, rich chocolate garnished with fresh berries and a sprig of mint. Even the Deep Fried Ice Cream is somehow light-infused with marionberry and passion fruit.

Terracotta Red’s quality of ingredients make it easy to just sit back and enjoy your meal, knowing you’re treating your body as well as your taste buds.

2820 Hewitt Ave., Everett Mon–Thur. 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Sat. 4–10 p.m., Sun. 4–9 p.m.

425.322.5132 terracottaredbistro.com

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WATERSHED RESTAURANT & LOUNGE American Angel of the Winds Casino 3438 Stoluckquamish Ln., Arlington 360.474.9740, angelofthewinds.com The Watershed Restaurant & Lounge features a wide variety of tasty appetizers, soups, salads, breakfast anytime, entrees, steaks, burgers and sandwiches. Or enjoy daily, all-you-can-eat specials from 4 to 10 p.m. The restaurant even offers Iron Skillet Pizzas, which are made from fresh dough, topped with the finest ingredients and cooked on blazingly hot skillets, which creates a crisp, flavorful crust.

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22618 Bothell Everett Hwy. # 6, Bothell 425.402.0757, carouselcafeandicecream.com

203 Fifth Ave. S. #1, Edmonds 425.640.8949, cheesemongerstable.com

Carousel Café and Ice Cream, nestled off Bothell-Everett Highway, serves delicious lunch and dessert items. Best known for homemade ice cream that can be mixed with specialty toppings on a stone slab, the café is a well-kept ­local secret. Not only is the ice cream homemade, but also its breads, donuts and pastries.

For diners seeking more than just a sweet treat, try the Reuben, which is made with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing on homemade rye bread. The Hot Hero is another delicious lunch option.

This panini contains roast beef and cheddar cheese with tomato, onion, spinach and a homemade creamy dill horseradish sauce.

Carousel Café and Ice Cream is a great lunch stop or after-dinner d ­ essert destination.

As its name indicates, The Cheesemonger’s Table is all about cheese. Enjoy the vast selection of more than 100 cheeses from around the world on a sandwich, platter or as a complementary addition to a house special. Cheese enthusiasts should visit the new location at the Old Milltown Plaza in Edmonds. The Table hosts a cheese sampling every Saturday, which is best enjoyed with a drink and a handful of the housemade truffled popcorn. Try the hot Caprese sandwich with fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, balsamic vinegar and olive oil.

The Table makes it easy to share your love of cheese with friends and family by sending a gift basket of select cheeses, nuts, fruit and other treats, which can be shipped anywhere in the United States.

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10123 Main Space, Bothell 425.398.9463, tandemwinebar.com Tandem Wine and Cheese Bar owner Lisa Havens often greets her customers with a hug.

Her welcome makes it seem like she invited them to her home for dinner. Her husband Brad Havens is tucked away, cooking in the cozy kitchen. Looking for ultimate comfort food? Try their creamy macaroni and cheese made from local ingredients. Or try the Butternut Squash Ravioli topped with a light garlic cream sauce. One of the most popular dishes is the Chicken Marsala, topped with mushrooms in a white wine butter sauce. For an appetizer, try the French Onion Soup, pictured. It’s aged for a couple days before being served.

EDMONDS BOTHELL BONEFISH 22616 Bothell Everett Hwy., Bothell 425.485.0305, bonefishgrill.com By combining fresh seafood, a relaxed, romantic atmosphere and pleasant waitstaff, this Mill Creek restaurant has evolved into a favorite among Snohomish and North King County residents. Top choices include the succulent, spicy Bang Bang Shrimp appetizer, an assortment of grilled fish with your choice of signature sauce and, if you’re not in the mood for fish, the Fontina Chop is one of our favorites.

Happy Hour is a must to experience — come early, the drinks are amazing, food fabulous, and the place gets hopping early.

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410 Walnut St, Edmonds 425.774.5962, walnutsteetcoffee.com Owner Pam Stuller has turned this former garage into a vibrant, modern space. Situated just off the main drag in Edmonds, Walnut Street Coffee is a true neighborhood coffee shop with a multi-generational clientele that include retirees, families with young children and downtown Edmonds employees.

But aside from the Vivace coffee being ohso-good, the food is atypical and locally sourced. Stacked with vegetarian options like The Quinoa Burrito, Black Bean Burrito and Pesto Breakfast Sandwich by Dancing Women Meals they also serve Seattle’s Macrina Bakery Nutella Brioche, or savory breads, like the Parmesan Rosemary Ham Biscuit. Get a daily dose of the best espresso and craft food in town in an environment that is always bright, friendly and buzzing with neighborhood activity.

ARNIES Seafood 300 Admiral Way, Edmonds 425.771.5688, arniesrestaurant.com

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If you’re on the hunt for regional fare served with a beautiful view, look no further than this Snohomish County classic. Arnie’s Restaurant in Edmonds, Wash. is known for its Pacific Northwest seafood and sweeping panoramas of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains.

The Edmonds restaurant, along with its Mukilteo location, has served local patrons for nearly 25 years. The Seasonal Features menu serves up seasonal fish and vegetables from the Pacific Northwest. While Arnies is well-known for its seafood, the menu also includes a wide variety of lunch and dinner items including steaks, burgers, salads, pasta and poultry as well as an extensive appetizer list.

ANTHONY’S WOODFIRE GRILL Seafood 1722 W. Marine Dr., Everett 425.258.4000, anthonys.com Anthony’s Woodfire Grill serves the same ­quality food we’ve come to expect and love from Anthony’s Homeport. The Woodfire menu speaks to the everyday eater, not just ­special occasions. Seasonal items, like peaches or huckleberries in the summer, complement salads, entrees and drinks. Steaks, seafood and items on the Woodfire rotisserie round out the selections.

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CURRY BISTRO Indian 1907 Hewitt Ave., Ste. A, Everett 425.258.2900 Downtown Everett’s Indian cuisine finds its nest in the ever-popular Curry Bistro restaurant. The prompt servers stay busy filling flavorful orders of tender Lamb Vindaloo, generously thick Chicken Masala, and any other classic curry your heart could desire. Genuinely rich, complex and reliably mixed to hit the spot, the curries serve the flavors of traditional Southeast Asian while providing a soul-fulfilling encore. For those with the constitution for a day’s size meal, be sure to try the Bistro’s beautifully served lunch buffet, with all the fine quality, consistency and flavor you’d hope for in a family-sized Indian dinner — and all for a reasonable price, too!

Epulo

JANBO CAFÉ Vietnamese

BY MEGAN MUNROE

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he Latin word Epulo has many meanings including: sumptuous food, banquet, feast. When Tim Morris opened downtown Edmonds eatery with partner Tim Carr in the fall of 2009, it was a tribute to his father and an optimistic answer to the economic downturn. He felt it was the perfect time to put his quick-serve chain experience at Le Chatel Bakery and Lucca’s Pasta Bar to the full-service test.

Five years later, the hip, urbane bistro is still living up to its namesake.

Serving savory Northwestern selections with a heavy spin of seasonally driven Mediterranean picks, Epulo has established itself as a member of the standard date night rotation for North Sound diners. But it doesn’t only appeal to couples — the bar is buzzing with sippers of all ages and phases, which is an emphatic nod to the fact that the food and drinks here are truly tasty.

From the moment you enter the dimly lit space, you feel warmth.

Whether it’s actual heat from the woodfired ovens, the deep red walls, flickering candles and sleek espresso booths, it’s pleasant. Greeted by a cheery host and quickly introduced to a craft beer connoisseur masquerading as a server, the staff at Epulo is a large part of the stellar experience.

Taking a cue from Europe’s coastal villages, Epulo wants to be a place where locally sourced food and

6125 Evergreen Way, Everett 425.347.2688

community are the most important ingredients. On the small plate menu, try the marinated Lacinato Kale salad stacked with honey crisp apples, almonds, pecorino and dijon vinaigrette. The wood-fired flatbread with olive tapenade and house-made Burrata Cheese are most popular, but the standout small plate has to be the sautéed Brussels Sprouts drizzled in bacon fat, garlic and dusted with chili flakes.

For dinner, the thin crust Margherita or Salami and Artichoke wood-fired pizzas are evidence that Epulo can do simple as seamlessly as robust. But if you want the house favorite, Morris says to go with the the roasted duck breast with squash risotto. For red-meat richness, the braised beef short rib with garlic mashed potatoes can’t be beat.

Epulo is still being visited by firsttimers via a swift and steady waterfall of word-of-mouth, and it will continue to be a mainstay in the Edmonds culinary scene. Through unbridled consistency, Morris and Carr are whip-smart in keeping customers coming back for more.

526 Main St., Edmonds 425.678.8680, epulobistro.com Tues.–Thurs. 4–11 p.m.

Fri. 12 p.m.–2 a.m.

Sat. 4 p.m.–12 p.m., Sun. 4–10 p.m.

Experience what may be Everett’s most authentic Vietnamese cuisine at Janbo Café. Don’t be fooled by its modest interior; one taste of the house specials will convince you that Janbo Café knows delicious food. Find a wide selection of chilled, fried, grilled or steamed appetizers, including fried meat or vegetable egg rolls.

A word of wisdom: The egg rolls are massive and can easily deter your appetite; eat slowly!

Follow your appetizer with a phenomenal take on Pho Noodle Soup with meat or vegetables.

The Wok Fried Noodles are also particularly savory. Complete your meal with a Janbo Bubble Tea and a plump cream puff.

LAKE STEVENS LUCA’S PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE Italian 430 91st Ave. N.E. #10, Lake Stevens 425.334.2066, lucasitalian.com Enjoy distinguished Italian dishes and ambience at Luca’s Pizzeria and Ristorante in Lake Stevens. Luca’s is an award-winning, familyowned establishment that has been delivering authentic Italian cuisine to Snohomish County residents since 2003. Luca’s offers a variety of hot Panini sandwiches, pasta and salads with fresh, local ingredients for the lunch crowd, Monday through Saturday until 3 p.m., before transitioning to an extensive dinner menu. Wood-fired pizza with numerous cheeses, homemade sauces and savory toppings like sausage, mushrooms and eggplant make them a popular dinner selection. Other dinner specials include specialty pasta like Penne Al Salmone, a creamy combination of smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes and capers mixed with penne pasta and topped with a rich cream sauce. Finish your meal with Tiramisu and live music on any Thursday, Friday or Saturday night.

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LUCKY DRAGON PHO Vietnamese 303 91st St. N.E., Ste. A503, Lake Stevens 425.377.8888

Award-Winning and All Washington Six years of handcrafted excellence in the pacific northwest.

Lucky Dragon Pho, a Vietnamese noodle house, located in Frontier Village next door to Albertsons, is a great place for a simple, inexpensive meal. The Pho, a soup of rice noodles with vegetables, and your choice of meat in a unique and flavorful broth, is sure to become a favorite winter comfort food (or hangover cure). Vermicelli noodles, served with tomatoes, cucumber, carrot, cilantro and crispy fried shallot, all topped off with your choice of hot prawns, pork, short ribs, or all three in a sticky, slightly sweet, garlic sauce is a perfect light meal, like a salad and a main dish in one.

Both require a bit of preparation on your part (they bring you accompaniments like basil, garlic chili paste, lime, etc.) but it’s kind of fun to play with your food, and the end result is totally worth the effort.

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MARYSVILLE TULALIP BAY Regional NW 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip 360.716.6000, tulalipresort.com If you are looking for fine dining in Marysville, look no further. This award-winning restaurant strives for perfection in every way. The menu has a Pacific Northwest flair, offering a variety of steak and seafood. The wait staff is impeccable, portions are generous, food well-prepared and the suggested wine pairing spot-on.

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15118 Main St. Ste. 110, Mill Creek 425.357.5600, azullounge.com Azul Tequila Lounge & Restaurant provides a warm, upscale atmosphere and a fresh take on Latin-inspired dishes. Mexican favorites, such as the Enchilada Verde or Carne Asada, are paired with Caribbean specialties, including St. Thomas Coconut Prawns and Jamaican Jerk Pork Chops. Southwestern flavors also make an appearance in dishes such as the Poblano Artichoke Dip and the Blackened Chicken Pasta. The menu also includes multiple hardy salads, sandwiches (many served with a chipotle mayo) and even burgers. Dishes get their flavor from ingredients such as habanero peppers, cilantro and citrus. Even the salsa has a flavorful twist thanks to roasted red peppers. Of course, with “tequila” in its name, those looking to imbibe in a top-shelf liquor will have ample choices. Try a Bartender’s Margarita or any of their specialty cocktails.

Mexican cerveza, along with many popular drafts, also are available.

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Place: Bar Dojo Ingredients: El Jimador tequila, Lime wedges, Thinlysliced serrano chili, House-made sweet and sour mix, Cointreau, Crispy shallot salted rim Cost: $11

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ar Dojo means ‘Place of the Way’ and if the restaurant’s name is any indication of the way things should be, then the Dragon Fire is a prime example of how to set standards in the cocktail conception department.

Bar Dojo’s Dragon Fire matches the flair for the unexpected — a trait that this hot-spot of an Asian Fusion restaurant is known for. This hand-crafted cocktail is equal parts tart and tang. The finish contains a karate kick that drinkers are still somehow not prepared for even though the word “fire” harbors a big fat hint. Surprised or not, the zip after each sip hits the tongue and sends tastebuds on vacation to a secluded beach somewhere in the Andaman archipelago. Fight the urge to lick your lips after every sip just so you can spread out the yummy flecks of hand-ground shallot salt that the bartender carefully made and dusted along the lime-slicked rim.

An innovative departure from runof-the-mill margaritas or mojitos, the Dragon Fire has a freshly made sweet and sour mix that matches the mood of

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a warmish, Northwest sunny day, but the heat source — a serrano chili — does a great job of warming you up even if the weather isn’t cooperating. Bar Dojo has been garnering rave reviews from even the toughest of Seattle Times food critics and the Dragon Fire is continually on the radar of those libation seekers who want to try something that they honestly haven’t had before.

Oh and if the restaurant owner, Shubert Ho just happens to be tending bar consider yourself one lucky duck. He is the mastermind behind the entire drink menu and can quickly concoct the Dragon’s Fire in it’s purest form.  8404 Bowdoin Way, Edmonds Tues.–Thurs. 4–10 p.m.

Fri.–Sun. 4p.m.–12 a.m.

425.967.7267 bardojo.com

RUSTY PELICAN CAFE American 15704 Mill Creek Blvd., Mill Creek 425.585.0525, rustypelicancafe.com The Rusty Pelican Cafe is just what Mill Creek needs- surrounded by chain breakfast options– it’s a welcomed departure with their great menu options reminiscent of Maltby Cafe.

This breakfast and lunch cafe may be located inside a strip mall off-shot from the bustle of Bothell-Everett Highway, but once inside locals can cozy up with a steaming cup of hot coffee and their acclaimed Corned Beef Hash.

For those who love thick-cut bacon, powdersugared crepes and fluffy omelets, be sure to come hungry. The Rusty Pelican has huge-portions–you won’t feel like it’s too much, but you will leave full. With an Eggs Benedict dish that hits the mark for Hollandaise lovers, breakfast foodies will find that this reincarnation of the original Seattle restaurant is a new favorite brunch joint. Must-try dishes are the Farmer’s Pelican Skillet dish and the Dungeness Crab Omelette.

MONROE ADAM’S NORTHWEST BISTRO AND BREWERY Regional NW

104 N. Lewis St., Monroe 360.794.4056, adamsnwbistro.com Adam’s Northwest Bistro distributes taste and dazzle through a broad menu from which a “Your Burger” — a real ground steak with ­caramelized onions — gets as much chef-time as a duck breast. The preparation of your Salmon or Butter-poached Halibut are remarkable for their their well-built sauces — restrained and crafty. Pork chops stuffed with onions, mushrooms and sage, pair off nicely with sweet apple gel cubes. The scallops appetizer with creamed leeks, bacon and applesauce might start an evening of excess that will surely close with an ice cream-wielding warm Chocolate Chip Brownie or Apple Cobbler with burnt caramel sauce and a crisp brown sugar top.

The in-house brewery serves up rotating taps, with styles ranging from Kolsch to Porter.

MUKILTEO GROUCHY CHEF American 4433 Russell Rd., Ste. 113, Mukilteo 425.493.9754 Let the stern chef on the Grouchy Chef’s logo be a warning to you. When Chef Masumoto arrives to take his diners’ orders, he emphasizes the importance of his rules. He collects the bill in cash, without tips, before the meal is served. Perhaps the most remarkable thing about the Grouchy Chef is the chef himself: he’s a one-man show. He serves, cooks, cleans and runs his entire restaurant single-handedly. He comes and goes through his kitchen quietly and intentionally, timing orders in sync with his customers’ arrivals. Despite Chef

Masumoto’s numerous rules, he maintains an ­increasingly large and loyal clientele, thanks to his delicious food and affordable prices. A meal at the Grouchy Chef is a dining experience like no other.

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SNOHOMISH THE REPP American 924 First St., Snohomish 360.568.3928, therepp.com The full-meal deal — starting with apps, is worth the calories you’ll put down with a visit to The Repp in Snohomish. Pay special attention to the Beer Battered Mushrooms, nearly free at $3, or an 8-ounce Top Sirloin dinner for a ludicrous $9. The bracing, balsamic Caprese Salad, with basil and mozzarella is light and fresh at $7. The succulent Kobe Burger meets basic saturated fat requirements; add pancetta (Italian bacon), caramelized onions and red peppers to keep your stents busy. On to the main course: Scallop Bouche at The Repp shares only a brief moment with the chef’s pan before joining roasted vegetables and puff pastry with mushroom Marsala sauce. The King Salmon portion was large and treated well, though briefly, with spices. It only makes sense that the Prawn Scampi follows suit. The Repp does have Filet Mignon, but more interesting is a fig demi-glaze on a steak called Monaco New York ($21). It’s a big menu, with three pastas, three chicken dishes, a pork chop, Cioppino, many more starters and a choice of kid food for $7. Come see for yourself why this place is developing a Repp.

The following selections have made it past our taste bud test and into our top seven this issue. Step out and give them a try, you won’t be disappointed.

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WHIDBEY ISLAND TOBY’S TAVERN Seafood 8 Front St., Coupeville 360.678.4222, tobysuds.com Overlooking the scenic Penn Cove in the center of old Coupeville, Toby’s Tavern offers diners a dive bar ambience with a delicious menu of seafood favorites. Their famous bowls of Penn Cove mussels — served by the pound! — come fresh from the adjacent cove, and keep shellfish connoisseurs clamoring for a regular fix.

Steamed and soaked in a scrumptious mix of simple seasonings, wine and juices, Toby’s robust offering of mussels makes for a memorable visit. Fish and chips arrive hot, deliciously flakey, and generous in size, with sides of sweet coleslaw and fries deserving mention for their merit. For those waiting among the weekend crowd of regulars, a giant chocolaty brownie will drive your mind insane, and keep your appetite satisfied before the main course earns its way into the dining room.

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The Kyle Roll at Sushi Spott in Mill Creek wins for best in show. Not only does it look beautiful, but the shrimp tempura, cucumber and unagi is smothered in a spectacularly tasting eel and wasabi sauce. 425.338.4553, sushispott.com The Truffle Potato Fries at Wild Vine Bistro in Bothell are addicting. Hand cut, heaping and sprinkled with sea salt–only indulge if you are not ashamed to lick your fingers post-feast.

425.877.1334, wildvinebistro.com The newly opened Moonshine BBQ in Lynnwood is a Southern exploration of deep fried goodness. The Bull Strips on the Redneck Caviar menu consists of 6-beef bacon strips beer battered and deep fried. No bull!

425.582.0407, moonshine-bbq.com

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Located on a bluff in Mukilteo overlooking the water, the Bouillabaisse at Charles at Smugglers Cove is a seasonal crew of local shellfish and seafood enhanced with riesling, garlic and herbs. 425.347.2700, charlesatsmugglerscove.com Before heading up Stevens Pass for a gorgeous day hike stop at The Sultan Bakery in Sultan and order their enormous Breakfast Burrito. Built to feed a small village, you will have all the fuel you need to put your best foot forward. 360.793.7996 Like gorgeous ferry rides and good food? On Whidbey Island order the classic Bacon Cheeseburger at Freeland Cafe. It’s simple and understated, just like we like it.

360.331.9945, whidbey. com/freelandcafe If you want to put on your fancy pants and give those taste buds a treat order the Ricotta Gnudi at Brasato Bistro in Snohomish. The house made ricotta dumplings, brown butter sage, house made chorizo and fried sage leaves are an edible work of art.

360.563.5013, brasatobistro.com

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Around Town CLASSICAL CHANTICLEER MAY 8, 7:30 P.M.

Chanticleer, the “orchestra of voices,” will grace the stage of Edmonds Center for the Arts this May. Known for their unique blend of voices, they will dabble in everything from renaissance to jazz. Who knows, they may even throw in some gospel while they’re at it. This team of singers is celebrating their 38th anniversary of being together. They won a Grammy for their talent and were noted by The New Yorker Magazine for being “the world’s reigning male chorus.”

Edmonds Center for the Arts 410 Fourth Ave., Edmonds 425.275.9595, edmondscenterforthearts.org PHILHARMONIC LISTENER’S CHOICE CONCERT MAY 10, 7 P.M.

The Everett Philharmonic Orchestra will play a “Listener’s Choice” concert for the community. Listen to Stars and Stripes Forever by John Phillip Sousa, Carnival Overture by Antonin Dvorak, Morceau de Concert for Harp and Orchestra by Camille Saint-Saëns, featuring Juliet Stratton on the harp and Scheherazade by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. This orchestra is dedicated to provide audiences with an engaging and entertaining performance.

Everett Civic Auditorium, 2415 Colby Ave., Everett 425.385.4000, everettphil.org CASCADE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: RACHMANINOFF

PLATINUM SPANDEX JUNE 21, 8 P.M.

It will feature Natalya Ageyeva on the piano.

Edmonds Center for the Arts 410 Fourth Ave., Edmonds 425.275.9595, cascadesymphony.org

CONCERTS

Port Gardner Bay Winery, 2802 Rockefeller Ave., Everett 425.339.0293, portgardnerbaywinery.com LYNNWOOD HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC CONCERT

PLATINUM SPANDEX

JUNE 5, 7 P.M.

JUNE 21, 8 P.M

Support the local singers of Lynnwood High School at their concert open to the public.

Join the Puget Sound’s notorious 80s hair metal tribute band. Hear your favorite hits by Ozzy, Bon Jovi and Iron Maiden by a band who rock leather, spandex and long hair.

Flight’s Pub 7601 Evergreen Way, Everett 425.347.6659, reverbnation.com/venues

MAY 12, 7:30 P.M.

ANNIE EASTWOOD

Cascade Symphony Orchestra will play a splendid spring concert filled with classics like Overture to the Opera Rienzi by Wagner, Classical Symphony by Prokofieff and Piano Concerto by Rachmaninoff.

Listen to a night of sultry blues and jazz

by Annie Eastwood. She was nominated in 2002 by the Washington Blues Society for “Best Female Vocalist.” Eastwood’s

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songs play on radios all over the world, but she is coming to Port Gardner Bay Winery.

MAY 24, 7 P.M.

Edmonds Center for the Arts 410 Fourth Ave., Edmonds 425.275.9595, edmondscenterforthearts.org

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SNOHOMISH COUNTY CHILDREN’S CHOIR JUNE 8, 5 P.M.

Singers of all ages in Snohomish County’s Children’s Choir will put on a concert for family members, friends and neighbors alike. Join them at the Everett Music Hall for an evening of joyous music from young talent.

Everett Music Hall 1402 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett 425.258.1605, scmusicproject.org ONEREPUBLIC & THE SCRIPT JUNE 12, 7 P.M.

Superstar bands OneRepublic and The Script will hit the stage together this June. OneRebublic made their first album debut in 2007 with their popular hit Apologize. Since then, they have traveled the world performing. The Script released their debut album in 2008 with their U.S. No. 1 single Breakeven. They continued on to sell 8 million single in the U.S. alone and have been on stage with legends like Paul McCartney. The two bands are joining forces for a summer tour and making their way to the Comcast Arena in Everett for an unforgettable concert. The American pop-rock band and the Irish pop-rock band will collide and produce a harmonious sound.

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ISSAQUAH (425) 392-2202 • VillageTheatre.org • EVERETT (425) 257-8600

Comcast Arena 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett 425.322.2600, comcastarenaeverett.com

THE SCRIPT JUNE 12, 7 P.M.

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FAMILY FRIENDLY SESAME STREET LIVE: MAKE A NEW FRIEND MAY 2–4

Join Elmo and all of the Sesame Street friends for a live show. They will explore the process of finding friends and meeting people from all different backgrounds.

Don’t miss out on the singing, dancing, and cooking sharing.

Edmonds Rotary Waterfront Festival

Everett Civic Auditorium 2415 Colby Ave., Everett 425.385.4000, comcastarenaeverett.com FREE FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE

Attend Edmond Rotary Club’s annual fundraiser this spring. Help them raise money for their ongoing international projects involving polio eradication and clean water.

The event is fit for the whole family with ongoing live entertainment including bands, a reptile animal show and a magician. Adults can

enjoy the beer and wine garden stage with day-long live music from a variety of bands.  May 30–June 1 Port of Edmonds Marina 336 Admiral Way, Edmonds 425.775.4588 edmondswaterfrontfestival.com

THE YARDBIRDS Performing Their Hits: “Heart Full of Soul,” “Shapes of Things,” “For Your Love” and More!

SAT JUNE 21 ST Tickets Starting At $24 .50

HAPPY TOGETHER TOUR Featuring The Turtles, Chuck Negron (formerly of Three Dog Night), Mark Farner

MAY 16, 5:30 P.M.

The third Friday of every month, Imagine Children’s Museum puts on a night for families to gather for activities and games suited for all ages. Meet other families in your neighborhood and have fun with the whole family.

Imagine Children’s Museum 1502 Wall St., Everett 425.258.1006, imaginecm.org FATHER’S DAY KIDS CLINIC JUNE 14, 10 A.M.

Here kids will have the opportunity to craft something for Father’s Day. They can make a racecar or tool kit for Dad’s present. Home Depot is helping make this a fantastic day of creativity and giving.

Imagine Children’s Museum 1502 Wall St., Everett 425.258.1006, imaginecm.org

(formerly of Grand Funk Railroad), Gary Lewis & The Playboys, and

HAPPY TOGETHER TOUR

Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels.

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MUSEUM FLYING HERITAGE COLLECTION: SHERMAN TANK 101 MAY 8, 7 P.M.

Staff members Cory and Jason will tell participants the story of one of America’s most famous combat vehicles. See how this 70-year-old great machine was made and how the staff at Flying Heritage Collection has kept it running.

Paine Field 3407 109th St. SW, Everett.

206.342.4242, flyingheritage.com

SESAME STREET LIVE MAY 2–4

the area. Not only do you get to taste the ciders but you also get to meet the makers themselves. The purchase of a $25 ticket includes five tastings and a food voucher or $10 for a designated driver that includes a food voucher.

Craven Farm 13817 Short School Rd., Snohomish 360.568.2601, snohomishciderfest.com

THEATER DRESSING FOR MURDER MAY 3, 8 P.M.

DANCE BODYVOX MAY 3, 7:30 P.M.

While combining dance, theatre and film, Bodyvox brings a whole new level of entertainment to the Edmonds Center for the Arts. With award-winning choreographers Jamey Hampton and Ashley Roland and cross-trained and experiences entertainers, Bodyvox is unlike anything you’ve ever seen.

Edmonds Center for the Arts 410 Fourth Ave. N., Edmonds 425.275.4485, edmondscenterforthearts.org

VISUAL ARTS GEM SHOW MAY 3–4, 10 A.M.

The Rock & Gem Club is throwing their 61st annual gem show at Everett Community College. Not only is there free admission but there is also fun for the whole family! Between special children activities, demonstrations, hourly door prizes, refreshments and more, you won’t want to miss out on this event.

Everett Community College Student Fitness Center 2206 Tower St., Everett everettrockclub.com

SNOHOMISH-SKY VALLEY MOTORCYCLE SHOW MAY. 18, 9 A.M.

Join in on the fun during the Sky Valley’s 18th Annual Motorcycle show! There will be one-of-a-kind motorcycles from all over as well as live music and vendors.

There will be t-shirts and pins available for purchase as well. The show not only gives the opportunity to many different motorcycles, but also raises awareness of motorcycle safety and encourages family discussions about riding experiences.

Downtown Snohomish 1st Street, Snohomish skyvalleybikeshow.com LIFEBOAT MAY 28, 1:30 P.M.

Evergreen Branch Library is hosting a free screening of the film Lifeboat. With a screenplay by John Steinbeck, this classic 1944 film is the story of a few survivors of a sunken ship being stuck in the same boat as the person who sank the original ship. Discussion of the movie is to follow the screening.

Evergreen Branch Library 9512 Evergreen Way, Everett 425.257.8250, epls.org

SPECIAL EVENTS SNOHOMISH CIDER FESTIVAL MAY 10, 6 P.M.

Pacific Northwest cider makers are all gathering together to give you a chance to taste all of the best ciders from around

The Reunion Theatre Group presents the brand new murder-mystery comedy production “Dressing for Murder” by Howard Voland and Keith McGregor.

Follow the dark comedic adventure as mother Cara Twigg, who is convinced one of her children of killing one of their siblings in order to inherit the family trust fund, tries to figure out this mystery.

The Playhouse 1402 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett 425.268.2187, reuniontheatregroup.org STORYBOOK THEATRE: SNOW WHITE MAY. 20, 10 A.M.

Bring the family down to the Edmonds Center for the Arts for this classic story.

An adaption by Lani Brockman and with music by Susan Bardsley, Snow White is a fun spin off the original. Watch as Snow White, with the help of her seven friends, tries to stay clear from the evil Queen.

Edmonds Center for the Arts 410 Fourth Ave. N., Edmonds 425.275.4485, edmondscenterforthearts.org MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES JUNE 4, 7:30 P.M.

Watch the Beatles tale through the eyes of their manager Brian Epstein. Featuring live music from Abbey Road, a Beatles tribute band, this is a family-friendly musical story for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this award-winning musical biography as they make their stop in Edmonds on their national tour.

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N OT ES

F i nal Wo rd

Pedicures & Porters Ken stakes out his manhood

BY KEN KARLBERG

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nfair! I am never invited to help research spas with our magazine’s female staff. Where’s the gender equality in that? The reaction from the ladies was: “You wouldn’t go even if we asked.”

“Yes, I would.”

“No, you wouldn’t.”

I should have kept my mouth shut. With their official invitation in hand, I am now “all in” to save face for us males.

Can I just say that spas are intimidating? Well, they are — and I was nervous, so I decided to turn my experience into a pub, er, spa crawl to ease into my robe. First up, a Corona Light, please. Now we are talking!

Like a saloon scene from a bad “B” Western movie from the '60s, I walked into a parlor full of women, who looked at me like I had walked into the women’s bathroom. I muttered sheepishly, “I am doing research for a humor article. I am here for a pedicure.” I don’t think they believed me.

As the clinician led me over to a chair with a bucket like thing, I became totally confused. It just didn’t look like it was set up to work on finger nails. But what do I know. Then, it happened — I felt a rush of heat go to my face when she told me to take my shoes off. Apparently, “pedicure” means “care for the feet.” Who knew? I’ll never make that mistake again.

Note to self: “Pay more attention, Ken.” Fortunately, the beer was kicking in, and I quickly felt right at home. The smell of acetone was nostalgic. It reminded me of auto body class from high school. And the chair had two remotes, one for the left and right hands to operate the massage controls. I was good. I never did figure out where the flat screen TV was. It must have been cleverly disguised as a piece of art. That kept me busy for at least five minutes. Time was flying.

I was finally distracted by the protective gloves on the clinician’s hands. I figured that all clinicians wore gloves — at least that was my initial working theory. But then I noticed that the other clinicians were gloveless. Clearly I needed a new theory. As I toyed with the idea that my feet may not be as cute as I thought, my clinician asked if I wanted a sea salt scrub. “Sure, why not?” It sounded manly, that is until I saw the sea salt. Pink. My mind went immediately into guy’s damage control. Pink is salmon colored, I rationalized. Salmon reminded me of fishing and fishing is manly. Whew. Good thing the male brain is so fast.

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cowlicks. It was not a pretty sight. My top lip began to sweat, as my eyes darted from pair of legs to pair of legs. And then I was saved — another pair of pink calves with slightly smaller cowlicks in the next chair over. Breathe, Ken. It’s all good.

All in all, I give the experience a “thumbs up.” But it was break time. A Boundary Bay Amber, please.

I returned shortly from the local pub for my second “pedicure.” It’s called a “manicure.” I was learning.

I was humored by the clinician’s facial expressions and shaking of her head. My nails were apparently disgusting. The pile of cuticles became so large that I began to count my fingers. One was surely missing. She asked quizzically, “What do you do to care for your nails?” I knew it was a trick question from her tone of voice. I responded, “I chew them off and throw them out of the car as I drive.” I looked down at my fingers and I saw truth in my words. All 10 of my nails were different lengths. “Is there something wrong with that,” I asked.

We didn’t talk much after this exchange. A Black Butte Porter, please. Next up — the massage.

I dug a pair of boxers out of my dresser drawer for nothing. I was unnerved at first, but after a little chit-chat to calm the nerves, I was quickly drooling through the face cradle.

I could have stayed there forever. That is until four words jolted me from my peaceful bliss — “Time to turn over.”

“What?”

“Time to flip over face up,” she replied.

I panicked. I admit that I wasn’t emotionally ready for the “flip.” I looked at my empty glass of Black Butte Porter for help. She saw fear in my face. I obviously wasn’t the first male to double clutch on her over the “flip.” I hadn’t been that nervous since I was “snipped” a few years back. As I “flipped,” I promised myself that a Guinness Stout was next.

Okay, I’ll come clean. The facial was my personal favorite except for the “extraction.” The term itself had me convinced that it must be women’s payback for childbirth. I was prepared to break out my Lamaze breathing techniques. It was nothing, guys — the extraction of college tuition payments through your wallet is more painful.

The overall experience was unexpectedly wonderful — took three years off my age. I emerged only four years older than my wife. Sorry, honey, I cancelled your afternoon facial to preserve the gain. Oh, and forget the Guinness. A glass of Chardonnay, please. 

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