Sammamish Arts Commission presents free Valentine's Day concert
The Sammamish Art Commission will present a free concert by the acclaimed clarinet and string group, Simple Measures, at 7:30 p.m., this Valentine's Day, Tuesday, Feb. 14 at the Sammamish Presbyterian Church.
January 27, 2012
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It’s an American Whirl
Loud & About Column by Heija Nunn
My daughter “Sistafoo” is not a good girl, not in the classic sense of the word. Her greatest girly-girl deficit has been her failure to adopt all things Mattel – including that busty icon Barbie.
Instead, Sistafoo prefers the recycle bin, an obsession with a game called Minecraft, the boob...
Crack some bubbly, no matter the season
By Nat Levy
Just because it’s not New Year’s Eve doesn’t mean the season of celebration has ended. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and we’re not too far away from the Mom/Dad/Grad triumvirate that kicks off many a summer party.
This specialized wine uses only three grapes in its production – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and...
Made with amoré | Local shop makes buying chocolate personal again
Story and Photos by Celeste Gracey
The man stepped into the little chocolate shop with a greater interest in addressing the shopkeeper than sorting through which of the 40 bonbon flavors to take home.
The tradition has been a bright spot in his recent weeks, which have been spent working through his mother’s death. Brenda Archuletta, owner...
Music in February
The Fray is coming to Paramount Theatre
Bake’s Place
4135 Providence Point Dr. S.E., Issaquah, 425-391-3335
2-03: Butch Harrison & Good Company
More: www.bakesplace.org
Benaroya Hall
200 University Street, Seattle, 206-215-4800
2-02/05: Bond and Beyond – 50 Years
2-11: Andre Feriante – In the Theater of Love
2-18/19: Seattle Women’s Chorus – Shot Through the Heart
2-22/23: Itzhak Perlman with Seattle Symphony
2-24: Celebrate Asia
More: www.seattlesymphony.org
Dimitriou’s...
The Weasel himself – Pauly Shore
By Gabrielle Nomura
A career in entertainment was virtually pre-ordained for Pauly Montgomery Shore, also known by his alter-ego “The Weasel.” At age 4, he sat on the lap of Elvis himself; Shore’s father, comedian Sammy Shore, opened for Elvis during the early ’70s. Around the same time, Shore’s parents opened The Comedy Store on Hollywood’s...
Editorial Note | Three cheers for real love
By Gabrielle Nomura
Let me be clear, I’m not walking down the aisle anytime soon. My left hand is still bling-free, except for the occasional glittery nail polish. While I would love to go to Hawaii or Mexico ASAP, it certainly won’t be on a honeymoon.
While The Boy and I will soon celebrate our fourth year...
Out and About in February
Wednesday, 2-1 to Sunday, 2-12
‘Cavalia’ at Marymoor Park
This show is a fresh mix of equestrian and performing arts, multimedia and special effects. Conceived by Normand Latourelle and often labelled an equestrian ballet, ‘Cavalia’ is a moving tribute to the relationship between men and horses throughout history. The animals express themselves, often completely free, in...
Get picture-pretty for the event
Style Watch Column by Rose Dennis
It’s the time of year when calendars start to fill with fundraisers and galas to attend. Whether the attire is business, cocktail or black tie, we should plan ahead to find the perfect dress to wear.
Updating an outfit that we already have in our closet with new accessories always works....
Why the spa biz stays afloat in a sinking economy
Yuan Spa
By Tiffany Vu | Courtesy Photos
More than three years have now passed since the beginning of the economic recession — three years in which families and businesses throughout the region have found themselves cutting back in order to stay afloat.
Yet, at spas throughout the Puget Sound, customers keep coming, plunking down sometimes hundreds of...
The risks and rewards of plastic surgery
In search of a better body, millions of people are choosing plastic surgery. But here’s what you should know before spending the big bucks and taking your chances under the knife
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Imagine being so self-conscious, that even your husband of 10 years has never seen you completely naked.
That used to be Sara Hagen.
In an...
