Monthly Archives: October 2011

Cue Sun and Tucson Botanical Gardens

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Heather Larson

Washington’s summer was one to remember, but not because of warm temperatures and clear skies. It made the record books when in July we’d only had 4 ½ hours of temperatures above 80 degrees. So we had to go some … Continue reading →

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Art Reigns at the Schack

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Heather Larson

The newly opened Schack Art Center, in downtown Everett, is a work in progress just like the work of the artist’s there. Artists can work there, display their craft and/or teach classes on the premises. The total space measures 19,000 … Continue reading →

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Treat Yourself at Ciao

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Heather Larson

With a little help from my friend Sherrye, I discovered a new restaurant in Coupeville on Whidbey Island. Mark Laska, the owner and chef at Ciao, likes to use local ingredients and the freshness they impart makes food taste so … Continue reading →

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Burgerville Does It Right

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Heather Larson

The Burgerville chain encompasses 39 quick-serve restaurants in the Pacific Northwest. Six cities in South Central and Southwest Washington have at least one. The closest location to the Seattle area is the restaurant in Centralia. We try to always stop … Continue reading →

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Jaunt Up to Joe’s Gardens

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Heather Larson

For the freshest and most delicious produce around, a trip to Joe’s Gardens in the Happy Valley district of Bellingham is in order. They grow tons of different vegetables and more than 300,000 potted plants.   For something very special, … Continue reading →

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