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The First Annual Northwest Kilted Run attracted 40 participants at Ballinger Park, raising funds for the Northwest Junior Pipe Band. Organizers encouraged creativity in attire, with options ranging from traditional kilts to plaid pants. The event featured a popular "Welly Toss" game, where competitors hurled rubber boots for distance.
The Edmonds Arts Festival returns Father’s Day weekend, June 13-15, transforming the Frances Anderson Center into an art village with over 170 artist booths. Attendees can enjoy a variety of handcrafted art, live music, and local food while supporting the Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation, which promotes community arts initiatives.
S. Barbara Hilyer, author of "Legacy Lost: Passing Across the Color Line," will speak at the Edmonds Waterfront Center on June 12. Her book explores her journey of discovering her family's hidden history related to race and identity. Tickets are $7.50, and the event will include accessibility options for attendees.
Photographer Tia Benson Tolle showcased local birds in Edmonds to celebrate the Puget Sound Bird Fest. The article features stunning images, including a violet-green tree swallow, highlighting the region's avian diversity. This initiative promotes awareness of local wildlife and encourages community engagement.
Edmonds School District athletes secured multiple medals during day two of the 2025 WIAA State Track and Field Championships at Mount Tahoma High School. Mountlake Terrace’s Allison Mervin finished second in the 3A girls triple jump, while Brynlee Dubiel took third in the 100-meter hurdles. The state meet concludes Saturday with additional local athletes competing for medals.
The Edmonds City Council faces a budget deficit and must choose between maintaining its quiet, residential character or embracing modern, economic growth. Don Randall emphasizes the need for long-term planning to create a vibrant community with diverse businesses that can support the city financially. Many residents favor a more lively Edmonds that offers a variety of amenities for all ages.
A photo taken in Edmonds invites viewers to identify its location. The post encourages community engagement through comments. Karen Prater captured the image.
The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society will host local historian Taylor Russell on June 4 to discuss the history of the Snohomish Pioneer Cemetery. Russell aims to reveal the stories of over 300 early pioneers buried there, many of whom lack proper records. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Wickers Building in Lynnwood and will also be streamed on Zoom.
Residents of Edmonds enjoyed a low tide at the off-leash dog beach, as captured by local photographer Tia Benson Tolle. The event highlights the community's connection to its natural surroundings. Local gatherings like this foster neighborly bonds and appreciation for the environment.
The Town of Woodway Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 Stormwater Comprehensive Plan update during its meeting on June 2. Additional topics include a resolution on the town's fee schedule and a presentation on draft ADU and middle housing codes. The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at Town Hall and is accessible remotely via Microsoft Teams.