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Kirkland Debuts Park Lane Outdoor Sculpture Gallery

Kirkland, Washington’s Park Lane has for decades been a gem of a pedestrian-friendly street. It has been home to some elegant consignment shops, galleries and great restaurants. Now, just months after Park Lane’s recent makeover, a new outdoor sculpture gallery adds to the street’s excitement. Steel, bronze, and glass art pieces by Washington artists line […]

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Bellevue’s Bake’s Place Invites all to John Lennon Jam Oct. 9

If John Lennon were here today, he’d turn 75 on Oct. 9t . In commemoration, Bake’s Place in Downtown Bellevue, Wash., will host the John Lennon Jam starring world-renowned Beatles tribute band, Apple Jam. Apple Jam will showcase the music of John Lennon (Beatles and solo), including favorites, deep cuts, and rarely performed songs. Presented […]

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Featured Travel

43rd Annual Corvalis Fall Festival Set to Showcase the City

Corvallis Fall Festival, the area’s largest art festival is celebrating it’s 43rd festival from Saturday, September 26 through Sunday, September 27, 2015. Corvallis Fall Festival is a not for profit event with the mission to help sustain local arts and crafts while serving, supporting and showcasing the Corvallis community. Featuring: Over 160 artists from the […]

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Featured Outdoor Activities

Salmon Bay Offers SUP on Puget Sound

If you haven’t tried Stand Up Paddling (SUP) yet, this is the time of year to try it. Salmon Bay Paddle in Seattle is just one of many excellent outfitters that offer rentals, classes and lessons. Salmon Bay Paddle Salmon Bay Paddle provides private Stand Up Paddling and Kayaking instruction and educational tours in the […]

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Featured Washington

Bellevue to start I-405 Express Toll Lanes

Although I avoid the stretch of I-405 that runs from downtown Bellevue to Lynnwood, Wash. like the plague, others of you may not be so lucky. So, be warned. The Good to Go! Express toll lanes open on Sept. 27, 2015. The worst part of the whole ordeal is figuring out which pass to purchase, […]

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Featured Travel

Hood River Hops Fest Brings Brews, Music to the Region

Do you enjoy local brews, great music and a fun day? Then, drive east to Hood River for the Hood River Hops Fest on Sat., Sept. 26. Awarded silver medal for Best Beer Festival by the 2015 Willamette Week Oregon Beer Awards, the Fest is an annual celebration of beer’s bitter friend, freshly harvested hops. […]

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Travelers Dine on Seafood on the Oregon Coast

A trip to the beach wouldn’t be complete without fish and chips or clam chowder. But even better — how about bringing a taste of the Coast home? Or cooking it over your campfire or in your rental kitchen? We polled our Visit the Oregon Coast Facebook friends to find out where to go for […]

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The 25th Annual Chalk Art Festival Runs Sept. 19

It’s time to pre-register for the 25th Annual Chalk Art Festival on Sept. 19, 2015 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.  It will take place at Valley Art Gallery on Wednesday, September 16 from 5-7 p.m. at 2022 Main Street, Forest Grove, Oregon. The Chalk Festival will take place on Sat., Sept 19 and is hosted by […]

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Featured Outdoor Activities

Hike, Beachcomb Seattle’s Discovery Park

After too many days exploring Seattle’s bustling downtown, it’s time to breathe deep in an urban park. Visitors can drive or even take the bus to Discovery Park, located not far from The Locks and Golden Gardens Beach. Take the kids, dogs, hikers, beachcombers to truly relax in the outdoors. Discovery Park is one of […]