Category Archives: Family Fun

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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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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Apples and More at BelleWood Acres

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Heather Larson

Sansa, Sunrise, Zestar, Tsugaru and Pink Pearl. What do these all have in common? They represent just some of the varieties of apples grown at Bellewood Acres in Lynden, Washington. John and Dorie Belisle grow 20 different varieties of apples … Continue reading →

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Do the Puyallup

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Heather Larson

  You’ve still got plenty of time to get to the Puyallup Fair since it runs through Sunday, September 25th. If you go, there is lots to see and do including several new attractions. I like to take two days … Continue reading →

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Floating on a Fall Foliage Cruise

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Heather Larson

Every once in awhile I venture outside Washington’s boundaries to see what’s going on in our neighboring states. In Post Falls, Idaho, which is only a hop, skip and a jump from Spokane, Washington, I discovered the Red Lion River … Continue reading →

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Take a Jaunt to Jetty Island: Last Chance This Season

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Heather Larson

I’ve heard about Jetty Island in Everett, Washington, but never had the chance to wiggle my toes in the warm sand, relax on the beach or participate in an educational trail walk. And it blew me away.   You have … Continue reading →

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Crystal Mountain Gondola Ride: A Slice of Paradise

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Heather Larson

This past Saturday evening I experienced the true meaning of breathtaking. After riding up 2,500 vertical feet in the brand new gondola at Crystal Mountain, you’re as up close and personal with Mount Rainier as you’ll ever get without climbing … Continue reading →

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San Juan Island Museum of Art and Sculpture Park: A Must-See

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Heather Larson

I visited the Sculpture Park for a close-up look for the first time this past weekend and found I was intrigued. My grandson also enjoyed this adventure. Sculptures created in various media by a number of artists are artfully placed … Continue reading →

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Carr’s One-of-a-Kind Museum: What a Gem

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Heather Larson

This past weekend we had the pleasure of visiting a museum like no other in the Hillyard district of Spokane. That’s why it’s called the “One-of-a-Kind Museum.” Marvin Carr is the owner. A little background about how Carr’s collection got … Continue reading →

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