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First Fed presents a generous charitable donation to the Board and Staff at Centrum in honor of the arts non-profit’s 50th anniversary in Port Townsend. Pictured (front row L-R) Centrum Executive Director Robert Birman, Centrum Board Chair Scott Wilson, First Fed Board Member Norm Tonina, First Fed Port Townsend Branch Manager Luxmi Love; 2nd Row: Walter Parsons, Katy Goodman, Catharine Robinson, Sara Spalding, John Murock; 3rd Row: Kris Easterday, Renee Klein, Leah Mitchell, Robert Alexander, Sam Shoen; 4th Row David Rinn, Jeanie Cardon, Andy Fallat, Malcolm Harris.

First fed makes five-year commitment to arts in the community

When organizations who have spent decades serving their community partner together, great things are bound to happen! In celebration of 100 years of local banking… Continue reading

First Fed presents a generous charitable donation to the Board and Staff at Centrum in honor of the arts non-profit’s 50th anniversary in Port Townsend. Pictured (front row L-R) Centrum Executive Director Robert Birman, Centrum Board Chair Scott Wilson, First Fed Board Member Norm Tonina, First Fed Port Townsend Branch Manager Luxmi Love; 2nd Row: Walter Parsons, Katy Goodman, Catharine Robinson, Sara Spalding, John Murock; 3rd Row: Kris Easterday, Renee Klein, Leah Mitchell, Robert Alexander, Sam Shoen; 4th Row David Rinn, Jeanie Cardon, Andy Fallat, Malcolm Harris.
APEX Art and Culture Center's elegant 16Eleven resturant is the perfect place for an intimate date night.

Celebrate in style this holiday season at the historic APEX Art & Culture Center

History meets the 21st century at this unparalleled Everett venue

APEX Art and Culture Center's elegant 16Eleven resturant is the perfect place for an intimate date night.
The Seattle Christmas Market is the perfect place to celebrate the magic of the holiday season. Seattle Christmas Market photo

Month-long celebration of holiday magic opens at Seattle Center Nov. 24

The first-ever Seattle Christmas Market is coming to town

  • Nov 20, 2023
  • by Seattle Christmas Market
  • seattle
The Seattle Christmas Market is the perfect place to celebrate the magic of the holiday season. Seattle Christmas Market photo
The Lake Stevens High School Jazz Choir will be one of many performers at this year’s Providence General Foundation’s Community Day & Teddy Bear Celebration, taking place Wednesday, Nov. 29 - 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Tulalip Resort. Everyone is invited to this free event!

Unwrap Joy: Festival of Trees 2023 Free Community Day & Teddy Bear Celebration Kickstarts the Holidays

Head to Tulalip Resort on Nov. 29 for a day of holiday magic - crafts, Santa visits+Festival trees!

The Lake Stevens High School Jazz Choir will be one of many performers at this year’s Providence General Foundation’s Community Day & Teddy Bear Celebration, taking place Wednesday, Nov. 29 - 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Tulalip Resort. Everyone is invited to this free event!
Residents at Quail Park at Lynnwood are getting ready to welcome friends and family for the holiday season. Photos courtesy Quail Park of Lynnwood

Make memories this holiday season – and let someone else do the cooking!

Lynnwood seniors’ residence welcomes families for memorable seasonal celebrations

Residents at Quail Park at Lynnwood are getting ready to welcome friends and family for the holiday season. Photos courtesy Quail Park of Lynnwood
While fraudsters are working overtime at this time of year, the good news is that some simple steps can keep you and your hard-earned money safe. Courtesy Peoples Bank

Don’t let scammers dim the sparkle of your holiday season

Peoples Bank shares how to prevent becoming the victim of fraud during the holidays and year-round

  • Nov 6, 2023
  • by Randy Fredlund, Chief Compliance & Security Officer, Peoples Bank
  • Banking
While fraudsters are working overtime at this time of year, the good news is that some simple steps can keep you and your hard-earned money safe. Courtesy Peoples Bank
Everett contractor Darryl Stump founded JHB Construction with a commitment to quality and customer service, and his team has been fulfilling that mission for 25 years.

Everett contractors build a foundation of success, one renovation at a time

Construction and renovation pros mark 25 years with expansion to north Everett area

Everett contractor Darryl Stump founded JHB Construction with a commitment to quality and customer service, and his team has been fulfilling that mission for 25 years.
Cindy Gobel with her supporters.
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‘Integrity and true leadership:’ Auditor candidate emphasizes election transparency and accessibility

Snohomish County Auditor candidate understands the value and strength of community

Cindy Gobel with her supporters.
At the Y, connections and friendships are built every day. It’s at the heart of everything the Y does in the community. Photo courtesy YMCA of Snohomish County

YMCA of Snohomish County combats social isolation epidemic

The United States is facing a social isolation epidemic. At a national YMCA leadership conference in July 2023, U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek H. Murthy, MD,… Continue reading

At the Y, connections and friendships are built every day. It’s at the heart of everything the Y does in the community. Photo courtesy YMCA of Snohomish County
Nathan Coons will tailor your needs for renovations for residential homes. Photo courtesy of Coons Construction.

All in the details: Lynnwood contractor shares passion for client-focused projects

Green building methods, planning and clear communication are key for clients

Nathan Coons will tailor your needs for renovations for residential homes. Photo courtesy of Coons Construction.
Kaiser encourages wellness for people of all ages, including vaccines. Photo Courtesy of Kaiser Permanente.

Invest in your health: Give yourself a wellness boost this fall with vaccines

Kaiser Permanente encourages health prevention

  • Oct 9, 2023
  • by KaiserPermanenteDrJonas
Kaiser encourages wellness for people of all ages, including vaccines. Photo Courtesy of Kaiser Permanente.
Centrum’s visiting artists Courtney Desiree Morris, left, and Dakota Camacho will be offering public talks this month. Photos courtesy Centrum

Centrum’s Emerging Artist Residency Program Celebrates 10 years

Centrum is pleased to announce its 10th year of the Emerging Artist Residency, a program founded to bring visibility to and build connections between “up… Continue reading

Centrum’s visiting artists Courtney Desiree Morris, left, and Dakota Camacho will be offering public talks this month. Photos courtesy Centrum
Cynthia Nava with her dog, Trigger. Her mission is to reassure people that Medicare options don’t have to be scary. Photo courtesy of Cynthia Nava.

‘I make Medicare simple!’ Signing up for Medicare doesn’t have to be scary

Snohomish County Broker empowers and simplifies Medicare open enrollment for seniors

Cynthia Nava with her dog, Trigger. Her mission is to reassure people that Medicare options don’t have to be scary. Photo courtesy of Cynthia Nava.
Ryan Burns, Resident Pianist, Photo Courtesy of 16 Eleven.

The evolving story of APEX includes a restaurant with decadent offerings

1611 offers menu items as unique as the 1920s velvet booths

Ryan Burns, Resident Pianist, Photo Courtesy of 16 Eleven.
A reverse mortgage can open up the equity in your home for you to use, without straining your budget, explains Ruth Gillis, a mortgage broker with One Trust Home Loans in Everett, who’s been working with reverse home loans since 2007. Photo courtesy One Trust Home Loans

Use the equity in your home to create the retirement you want

Reverse home mortgages can be another tool in your financial planning toolbox

A reverse mortgage can open up the equity in your home for you to use, without straining your budget, explains Ruth Gillis, a mortgage broker with One Trust Home Loans in Everett, who’s been working with reverse home loans since 2007. Photo courtesy One Trust Home Loans
Frank Mesa and the Solar’ternative team were recently in Hawaii to support their sister company, customizing solar energy systems with a built-in battery and generator that can operate the whole home or just one room.

Save money, ditch the outages with made-in-Washington solar solution

Save summer energy credits for those winter bills

Frank Mesa and the Solar’ternative team were recently in Hawaii to support their sister company, customizing solar energy systems with a built-in battery and generator that can operate the whole home or just one room.
Christopher Walton, founder and managing partner of Walton Law. The firm recently opened a new office in Mountlake Terrace, expanding its service area from its existing Bellingham office.

Are you covered? Many Washington motorists are underinsured

Learn the #1 piece of advice this Snohomish County lawyer gives Washington drivers

Christopher Walton, founder and managing partner of Walton Law. The firm recently opened a new office in Mountlake Terrace, expanding its service area from its existing Bellingham office.
For many, autumn is their favorite season at Bloedel Reserve, on Bainbridge Island. Photo courtesy of Bloedel Reserve and Erin Fisher.

Elevate your autumn experience at Bloedel Reserve

Fall walks to festive squash hunts, there’s something for all at this Bainbridge Island Reserve!

  • Sep 25, 2023
  • by Bloedel Reserve
For many, autumn is their favorite season at Bloedel Reserve, on Bainbridge Island. Photo courtesy of Bloedel Reserve and Erin Fisher.
Early detection is the key to successful lung cancer treatment and survival, so screenings can literally make a difference between life and death. iStock / courtesy Western Washington Medical Group

Lung cancer screenings save lives

Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in the United States, and the leading cause of cancer deaths. Early detection is the key to… Continue reading

Early detection is the key to successful lung cancer treatment and survival, so screenings can literally make a difference between life and death. iStock / courtesy Western Washington Medical Group
From left, Brittney Frantece, Kari Karsten and Roya Amirsoleymani, along with Catalina Cantu (Xicana), not pictured, are Centrum’s 2023 Curator & Arts Worker Residency. Photos courtesy Centrum

Centrum Welcomes Curatorial Arts Worker Residents Sept. 11 to 25

It’s with great excitement that Centrum announces the 2023 Curator & Arts Worker Residency. This two-week invitational program brings together a range of specialists working… Continue reading

  • Sep 18, 2023
  • by Centrum
From left, Brittney Frantece, Kari Karsten and Roya Amirsoleymani, along with Catalina Cantu (Xicana), not pictured, are Centrum’s 2023 Curator & Arts Worker Residency. Photos courtesy Centrum