September/October 2023
Hidden Washington: Greetings from Bainbridge Island. Wish You Were Here!
Uncovering unique gems of the Pacific Northwest
This is the first in an ongoing series featuring Pacific Northwest experiences that shouldn’t be missed. Like a beachcomber’s paradise — sifting sand to reveal sea glass or flipping wet rocks to find sea creatures — Bainbridge Island is filled with hidden treasures worth exploring. Here are tips, finds, and local faves for a perfect…
15 Quintessential Seattle Things to Eat and Drink in 2023
Our food scene has changed. So has the list of foods that define it. Can we take chowder off the list?
In this seemingly post-pandemic world, cruise ships once again dock at our shores and visitors flood Pike Place Market, queueing up at the first Starbucks and crowding around the airborne salmon at Pike Place Fish. What should local food lovers recommend to travelers if they only have a few days to spend in this city?…
Seattle Fashion Experts on this Summer’s Looks
Dress with relaxed elegance and you’re ready to go anywhere
Picture this: it’s Friday afternoon, the heat is rising, and you’ve skipped out of work early for an ice-cold drink on the patio of your neighborhood watering hole. For the occasion, you’ve slipped on what could become a uniform for the summer: a simple dress with a slight A-line hem that falls just above your…
Experience all that Fraser Valley has to offer | Sponsored
Enjoy hiking, rafting, fishing, a good meal or just a leisurely stroll
Located just a couple of hours north of Seattle and an hour east of Vancouver, B.C., you’ll find the Fraser Valley. Boasting a diverse range of outdoor experiences, from hiking in the mountains to exploring unique shops and restaurants, there’s something for everyone, regardless of age or ability. It’s an ideal destination for a family…
Sunny Spring & Summer Escapes to Tri-Cities | Sponsored
Fun is just a short drive away
Located in southeast Washington state at the confluence of three rivers, the Tri-Cities has 300 sun-filled days a year, and its dry climate offers visitors a warm, sunny paradise from early spring all the way through late fall. Made up of Richland, Kennewick and Pasco, the Tri-Cities is the third largest metropolitan area in…
Empowering Students through Photography | Sponsored
The arts are an important part of youth and education. Art teaches us to look at the world beyond ourselves and at the beauty of everyday occurrences around us and within each other. Started by high school photography instructors, the Washington State High School, Photography Competition (WSHSPC), believes all children should have the opportunity to speak…
Preserving Family History | Sponsored
Letters and documents help us understand where we came from and the hard work and love our ancestors endured to provide a life for themselves and others. But precious photographs allow us to see firsthand that same sparkle in the eyes or fun twist in a smile we inherit. It moves us and connects us…
Yakima Valley Vintage | Sponsored
Seasonal sipping, fantastic fall colors and vineyard views
It’s time for a wine country road trip! As with any season, you’ll find exceptional Yakima Valley wines where Washington wine was born, but there’s more to the experience this time of year. While you can find tasting rooms in many corners of our state, a fall getaway to wine country is a whole different…
What are the benefits of a virtual arts education?
Interlochen Online offers students unique opportunities
When Interlochen Online launched in 2020, the program was built upon a foundation of arts innovation of Interlochen. Now, two years later Interlochen Online continues to finetune its offerings and pilot new virtual programs. What once was a pandemic pivot has turned into a permanent program, offering unique programming for young artists looking to take…
Seattle’s Iconic Over-Water Hotel Has Reopened
The Edgewater reopens
Seattle’s only over-water hotel, The Edgewater, is open and ready to welcome guests back to unparalleled panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains, Elliott Bay and the sparkling Emerald city. Discover a sense of nostalgia throughout the hotel where rock royalty legends like The Beatles, Led Zeppelin and Pearl Jam once roamed the halls. With 60…
Is Your Pet Missing This Key Ingredient in Their Diet?
Pet owners can now give their furry friends a leg (or paw) up.
From downing $11 kale smoothies to popping probiotics, we Seattleites certainly aren’t strangers to filling our diets to the brim with health boosters. But what about our pets? Although we may live in one of America’s most health-conscious cities, you’d be surprised to learn that the food you’re giving your fur-baby may be lacking the…