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Snohomish County Parks senior park ranger Chelsea Kapica stnds among old piers at Picnic Point Park on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2020 in Edmonds, Washington. the park is one of her favorites of the county's parks. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

Meet your park ranger: ‘I knew I wanted a career in parks’

Chelsea Kapica, of Stanwood, has been with Snohomish County Parks for about seven years.

Snohomish County Parks senior park ranger Chelsea Kapica stnds among old piers at Picnic Point Park on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2020 in Edmonds, Washington. the park is one of her favorites of the county's parks. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
The film "Knocking Down the Fences" tells the story of how AJ Andrews, the first woman to win a Rawlings Gold Glove Award, struggled to make it as a professional softball player. (LUNAFEST)

Virtual film festival spotlights women’s voices, perspectives

LUNAFEST is a fundraiser for Girls on the Run of Snohomish County, a nonprofit whose aim is joyful, healthy and confident girls.

The film "Knocking Down the Fences" tells the story of how AJ Andrews, the first woman to win a Rawlings Gold Glove Award, struggled to make it as a professional softball player. (LUNAFEST)
Paul Golitzin, president and director of winemaking, with winemaker Alex Stewart at Quilceda Creek on Monday, May 17, 2021 in Snohomish, Washington.  (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

Famed Snohomish winery celebrates 40th vintage

Internationally known for its award-winning wine, Quilceda Creek releases its 2018 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.

Paul Golitzin, president and director of winemaking, with winemaker Alex Stewart at Quilceda Creek on Monday, May 17, 2021 in Snohomish, Washington.  (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
Silver, Blue and Gold, a Bad Company tribute band, will perform May 14 at Historic Everett Theatre. Pictured (from left) are Jeff Mills, Dean Babbitt, Bob Kelly, Steve Kelly, Dan Canyon and Dan Ellsworth. (Tribute Kings)

Rock show Friday in Everett pays tribute to Bad Company

Silver Blue and Gold, named for the 1970s British supergroup’s power ballad, headlines a show in Everett.

Silver, Blue and Gold, a Bad Company tribute band, will perform May 14 at Historic Everett Theatre. Pictured (from left) are Jeff Mills, Dean Babbitt, Bob Kelly, Steve Kelly, Dan Canyon and Dan Ellsworth. (Tribute Kings)
See "Rusty Red Axe" by Scott Filipiak in the "Northwest Enterprise" exhibition in Lynnwood.

Exhibits focus on Northwest’s natural and built environments

“Northwest Enterprise: Working in the Northwest” and “Northwest Eden: Trees, Plants and Gardens of the Northwest” can be seen through June in Lynnwood.

See "Rusty Red Axe" by Scott Filipiak in the "Northwest Enterprise" exhibition in Lynnwood.
"A Dream on the Blue Sea" by Silena Wei Chen is on display at Gallery North in Edmonds.

The sea meets the sky in this artist’s photos and paintings

You can see Silena Wei Chen’s “Chasing Reflections” exhibit in May at Gallery North in Edmonds.

"A Dream on the Blue Sea" by Silena Wei Chen is on display at Gallery North in Edmonds.
Local artist Gabrielle Abbott with her mural "Grateful Steward" at South Lynnwood Park on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 in Lynnwood, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood mural celebrates the Earth and those who care for it

Artist Gabriella Abbott will discuss “Grateful Steward,” her mural at South Lynnwood Park, in a virtual event April 22.

Local artist Gabrielle Abbott with her mural "Grateful Steward" at South Lynnwood Park on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 in Lynnwood, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
John D. Osterman at 98 years old. (Jeanne-Marie Osterman)

An Everett native pays a poetic tribute to her father

“Shellback” is a collection of narrative poems honoring John D. Osterman, a lifelong Everett resident and WWII veteran.

John D. Osterman at 98 years old. (Jeanne-Marie Osterman)
J-Key is most known for his single "Crazy," whose accompany music video pays homage to the 1992 film "Juice" starring Tupac. (YouTube)

Music series promotes 7 local artists and nonprofits

Everett rapper J-Key will kick off HOMEBODIES 2, hosted by Everett Music Initiative’s Facebook page.

J-Key is most known for his single "Crazy," whose accompany music video pays homage to the 1992 film "Juice" starring Tupac. (YouTube)
Ancient White Park cows belonging to Burt Degroot Wednesday afternoon on a pasture on Ebey Island April 1, 2020 (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Snohomish rancher raises an ancient breed of cattle

The distinctive British horned livestock have been around since the Middle Ages.

Ancient White Park cows belonging to Burt Degroot Wednesday afternoon on a pasture on Ebey Island April 1, 2020 (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Rowan Catel and Carlos Narvaez perform in Olympic Ballet Theatre’s production of “Efanora,” premiering on YouTube on April 2. (Into Dust Photography)

Olympic Ballet Theatre returns with two virtual performances

“Efanora” and “In a Clearing” explore pandemic-era themes of loss, fear and grief through movement.

Rowan Catel and Carlos Narvaez perform in Olympic Ballet Theatre’s production of “Efanora,” premiering on YouTube on April 2. (Into Dust Photography)
Andy Gross

‘Split Man’ aims to boggle minds at Historic Everett Theatre gig

Andy Gross is a comedian, magician and ventriloquist — and he can throw his voice. You can see him April 9.

Andy Gross
"Enza" by Jan Hopkins

Trash gets an artistic transformation at Schack Art Center

The “Art of Recycling: Repurpose with a Purpose”exhibit aims to make you think about your effect on the environment.

"Enza" by Jan Hopkins
The Snohomish band Fretland includes Luke Francis (guitar and bass), Hillary Grace Fretland (lead vocals) and Jake Haber (guitar, bass and piano). (Christine Mitchell)

Snohomish band Fretland to release second album amid pandemic

The nine-track album “Could Have Loved You” was recorded in a studio housed in a century-old Catholic church.

The Snohomish band Fretland includes Luke Francis (guitar and bass), Hillary Grace Fretland (lead vocals) and Jake Haber (guitar, bass and piano). (Christine Mitchell)
Tony Verhey, owner of Tony V's Garage, outside of the brand new bar front on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Tony V’s is back with live shows each weekend in Everett

The venue was hit hard by the pandemic. It has reopened after a six-month shutdown thanks to a $150,000 loan.

Tony Verhey, owner of Tony V's Garage, outside of the brand new bar front on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
2020 The Game creators Kathryn Christensen and Jonathan Noble display the card game they created at their home on Saturday, March 6, 2021 in Bothell, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The year 2020 — now it’s a card game, thanks to Bothell couple

The craziest, most trying year ever inspires the game invented by Kathryn Christensen and Jonathan Noble.

2020 The Game creators Kathryn Christensen and Jonathan Noble display the card game they created at their home on Saturday, March 6, 2021 in Bothell, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Allison Standley stars as Amalia Balash in Village Theatre's "She Loves Me" production. (Mark Kitaoka / Village Theatre)

Anonymous donor gives $3 million to Everett’s Village Theatre

The gift is the largest in the theater’s 42-year history and comes at a critical time.

Allison Standley stars as Amalia Balash in Village Theatre's "She Loves Me" production. (Mark Kitaoka / Village Theatre)
Betsy Schildt (top) and Erin Kendall test the frigid waters of Lake Stevens Saturday morning at Lundeen Park in Lake Stevens on March 13, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Lake Stevens Brewing Co. helps Snohomish County YMCA thrive

The brewer and Lake Stevens Open Water Swimmers will host a fundraiser for the Y on March 20.

Betsy Schildt (top) and Erin Kendall test the frigid waters of Lake Stevens Saturday morning at Lundeen Park in Lake Stevens on March 13, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Aaron Loveitt's salvaged-steel sculpture titled "Fell" is a replica of an old-growth Western red cedar.

See premier Northwest sculptors’ work at Camano Island gallery

Matzke Fine Art Gallery & Sculpture Park showcases pieces by 15 Northwest sculptors in a variety of mediums.

Aaron Loveitt's salvaged-steel sculpture titled "Fell" is a replica of an old-growth Western red cedar.
Edmonds Center for the Arts presents the children's play “Jabari Dreams of Freedom,” starring Cameron Goode as Jabari, March 13 via Livestream.

Children’s play explores what it means to have courage and hope

The Edmonds Center for the Arts screens the Black Lives Matter-inspired “Jabari Dreams of Freedom.”

Edmonds Center for the Arts presents the children's play “Jabari Dreams of Freedom,” starring Cameron Goode as Jabari, March 13 via Livestream.