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People gather for a color throw at Stanwood and Camano’s first-ever Pride celebration on Saturday, June 4, 2022. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Snohomish County Pride guide 2024

Celebrate love locally this June at one of the many Pride events happening across the county.

 

People parading marching down First Street with a giant balloon “PRIDE” during Snohomish’s inaugural Pride celebration on Saturday, June 3, 2023, in downtown Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

What does Pride mean to you? The Herald wants to know.

Local LGBTQ+ folks and allies can share what Pride means to them before May 27.

 

Penny Clark, owner of Travel Time of Everett Inc., at her home office on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

In a changing industry, travel agents ‘so busy’ navigating modern travel

While online travel tools are everywhere, travel advisers still prove useful — and popular, says Penny Clark, of Travel Time in Arlington.

 

Brandon Hailey of Cytrus, center, plays the saxophone during a headlining show at Madam Lou’s on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood-based funk octet Cytrus has the juice

Resilience and brotherhood take center stage with ‘friends-first’ band.

Brandon Hailey of Cytrus, center, plays the saxophone during a headlining show at Madam Lou’s on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
16Eleven offers an intimate environment on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, in downtown Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

11 ways to ring in 2024 in Snohomish County

From family-friendly affairs to tasting menus and 21+ events, there’s New Year’s Eve fun across the county.

16Eleven offers an intimate environment on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, in downtown Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Lead climbers head up their respective routes at Vertical World North on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, in Lynnwood, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Beginner’s ascent: A newcomer’s guide to indoor climbing

Indoor climbing gyms in and around Snohomish County offer thrills without winter chills.

Lead climbers head up their respective routes at Vertical World North on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, in Lynnwood, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Dave Dodge stands on a speaker while playing his guitar during Nite Wave's show at Tony V's Garage on Saturday, June 8, 2019 in Everett, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Good music and good eats, Taste Edmonds has it all

Edmond’s annual food and music festival features performances from Nite Wave, Queen Mother and Prom Date Mixtape.

Dave Dodge stands on a speaker while playing his guitar during Nite Wave's show at Tony V's Garage on Saturday, June 8, 2019 in Everett, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
People begin parading down First Street with a giant balloon “PRIDE” during Snohomish’s inaugural Pride celebration on Saturday, June 3, 2023, in downtown Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Your guide to Pride in Snohomish County

Mark your calendars; Pride Month is upon us.

People begin parading down First Street with a giant balloon “PRIDE” during Snohomish’s inaugural Pride celebration on Saturday, June 3, 2023, in downtown Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
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Nate Watters Fauna Shade performs at Fisherman’s Village Music Festival in 2016.

Everything to know before going to Fisherman’s Village Music Festival in Everett

An estimated 10,000 people flooded the streets of downtown Everett last year for the annual Fisherman’s Village Music Festival. Festival founder Ryan Crowther expects an… Continue reading

Nate Watters Fauna Shade performs at Fisherman’s Village Music Festival in 2016.
This baby potato and fenugreek stir fry makes a great filling for a pita bread sandwich. (Reshma Seetharam)

Our best St. Patrick’s Day recipes

All the recipes you need for an Irish-inspired St. Patrick’s Day feast

This baby potato and fenugreek stir fry makes a great filling for a pita bread sandwich. (Reshma Seetharam)
Edmonds’ own The Gothard Sisters perform Oct. 17 at the Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater in Snohomish. From left to right: Greta, Solana and Willow Gothard. (Element Creative)

Where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Snohomish and Island counties

Irish pubs and beer gardens are not the only places serving up Irish charm this year.

Edmonds’ own The Gothard Sisters perform Oct. 17 at the Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater in Snohomish. From left to right: Greta, Solana and Willow Gothard. (Element Creative)

The Everett Public Library’s top checkouts for kids in 2022

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The Everett Public Library’s top checkouts for teens and young adults in 2022

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