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The Beacon Magazine – Summer 2026

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Fraud Epidemic

Scammers are getting smarter, and victims nd themselves out of thousands of dollars. Read what local police say about protecting yourself from losing your hard-earned money.

Artist’s Corner

Sculptural ber artist Jan Hopkins has turned a hobby into a successful career, as her work has been displayed in galleries across the country.

So Worth a Visit

Lake Chelan is a hotspot for summer travelers. The beautiful lake. Plenty of sunshine. But take time to look further, and you’ll discover two amazing car and wildlife museums.

Outdoor plans

Summer is when it all happens in the Paci c Northwest. And enjoying a meal outside is one of our favorite activities. Here’s a guide to a few of the patios that will welcome you.

Get Out

Loneliness is a growing epidemic across all age groups. But visiting local community centers can be a step in the right direction to making friends and learning new hobbies.

A Day in the Life

You may never nd yourself in need of a guitar pickup. But Rick Sinnett takes us on a fascinating journey into what they do and how exactly their help ampli es the music you listen to.

Season to Taste

Crispy salmon bites? Yes, please. Chef Dom from Elsom Cellars provides a recipe that is sure to catch the attention of guests at your next party.

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An elk is among the many stu ed animals on view at Nature's Window: Museum of Wildlife, Natural History and Art.
Top left: This Harley-Davidson is among several motorcycles on display at Miller’s Auto Museum. Right and below: There’s plenty of memorabilia to remind visitors of yesteryear.
Animal displays at the Museum of Wildlife, Natural History and Art Gallery are backed by detailed dioramas.

Shannon Kollmeyer: “I started doing life-size because the animals are so gorgeous.”

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Lorenzo Ghiglieri’s intricate sculptures are on display in the Museum of Wildlife, Natural History and Art Gallery.
This bear, like all the taxidermied animals at the Museum of Wildlife, Natural History and Art Gallery, is life-sized.
This front end of this 1957 Cadillac – and its Dagmar bumpers – greets visitors to Miller’s Auto Museum.
Leo Miller in a 1930 Ford Model A. Miller said it's known for its classic style and dependable design.
Miller’s Auto Museum has numerous garages filled with classic cars.

our hometowns feel like Paris in the summertime.

The Hook & Cleaver is a local fa
It has one of Cabernets and IPAs also has a wonderful outdoor seating area
Cabernets & IPAs photo
Brian Soergel photo
The view from Cabernets & IPAs in Mukilteo – great for a summer day or evening.
The Red Cup crowd spills out onto the patio on warm, clear days.
y’s of Edmonds is a classic, plain
Red Twig photo
Demetris photo
Bar Americano photo
Tapped photo
Demetris photo
Patrons wave from the Tapped Mukilteo patio.
Clockwise from top, in Edmonds: Bar Americano, Demetris, Rory’s, Red Twig.
Las Brisas photo Emory's photo
Left: A great view of the water from Emory’s on Silver Lake. Above: Las Brisas in Edmonds.
Port of Everett photos

Gathering spots that

Paul Archipley photos
The Edmonds Waterfront Center opened in 2021, replacing the former senior center to become a central gathering place for people of all ages.
Daniel Johnson, CEO of the Edmonds Waterfront Center, is a passionate collector of Native American art himself, including this handsome fellow in his o ce.

center on community

Rosehill Community photo
The Rosehill Community Center’s Point Elliott Room overlooking Possession Sound is a popular venue for everything from concerts to weddings.

The Point Elliott Room, above, draws wedding reservation requests a year in advance. It’s a popular venue as well for quinceañeras, retirement celebrations, memorial gatherings and more. Several smaller rooms are also in demand for business meetings, birthday parties and other milestone cerebrations.

Rosehill Community Center photo
Talented musicians from around the world bring live entertainment to the community center.
Paul Archipley photo
Above: A full-time sta , as well as part-timers and volunteers, keep the community center humming seven days a week. Pictured are, from left, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Tony Trofimczuk, Chris Thomsen, Jacob Headland and Mike Gri th. Below: Native American artist Ty Juvinel created the 15-foot-tall Welcoming Pole made out of a single cedar tree log at the Edmonds Waterfront Center. It’s part of an extensive collection of Native American art at the center.
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Wolfe MacLeod provides

Using his custom-made setting tool, Wolfe MacLeod has a single-coil pickup fully assembled, pictured at left.

for pickup

Above: Wolfe MacLeod, John Passarelli and Dave Vest of Wolfetone Pickups. Below: A finished humbucker is ready to be shipped.
Some of the machinery used to build and assemble these pickups.

Agreat way to crisp up leftover rice into a Perfect Northwest Bite.

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Crispy Salmon Bites Crispy Salmon Bites

• Rice

• 6 cups short grain rice

• 7 1/2 cup water

• Rice Seasoning

• 2 tablespoons vinegar

• 1 teaspoon sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• Assembly

• 2 teaspoons smashed avocado, seasoned with salt and lime

• 1 - 2 radish slices (depending on size)

• 1 jalapeno slice

• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (or homemade aioli)

• • Cilantro sprigs

1. Rinse the rice three times in a large bowl with cold water until the water runs clear.

2. Cook rice in a large steel pot, bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Turn heat to low, cover and let cook for 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it rest for 15 minutes.

3. Dump rice into a large bowl and drizzle all over with rice seasoning, then fold with a rubber spatula. Once seasoned enough, place onto a silpat-lined sheet tray and press all rice evenly into the pan.

4. Cover the pan with a sheet of parchment, then press with another sheet tray to make sure it’s even. Let cool completely in the

5. Cut into 3 ½ inch squares, then fry in avocado oil on both sides.

6. To assemble: lay 3 squares on a rectangular plate. Top with mashed avocado, sliced radsalmon. Finish with a cilantro sprig on each.

MAKES 48 SQUARES

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Miller’s Auto Museum in Chelan has more than 100 classic vehicles. Brian Soergel photo

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