Our World
Step outside and rediscover the heart of your community, from local coffee shops and farmers markets to hidden trails and local events. Every adventure feels better when you’re feeling your best! Walk farther, stay longer, and enjoy every moment with outfits that keep up with your lifestyle while helping you connect with the people and places that make your community special.
Explore and Discover the World Around You
We live in a world that values productivity and efficiency - where every moment seems to be mapped out, planned, and reviewed. I’ll admit, I fall into this mindset too, thinking that the only worthwhile activities are those that can be measured, calculated, or checked off. But the truth is, a life that is too structured is missing something vital — space for the unexpected.
We need room for discovery and for trying new things. It's in these moments that we're pushed and tested - where memories are made, connections are formed, and relationships grow deeper.
Our family "adventures" hardly ever involve grand trips — they're often as simple as impromptu trips to the beach, board games on the patio, or routine neighborhood walks. I think that’s the beauty of it though - trips provide new and exciting opportunities, yes, but isn't it wonderful that we don't have to go far to explore? There are things we've never done, noticed, or experienced waiting for us right in our own backyard. There is an abundance of beauty in the ordinary and mundane. You may not be able to take a trip around the world this year, but you can still EXPLORE.
Whether it is a spontaneous trip, a new hobby, or simply making time for those unstructured moments with the people you love, let’s make space for the unexpected and the unexplored wherever we can find it - remembering that it’s often in these moments that the richest connections are formed.
Happy exploring!
KELLY BONE, EDITOR @SNOHOMISHCITYLIFESTYLE
July 2026
PUBLISHER
Shannon Coy shannon.coy@citylifestyle.com
EDITORIAL COORDINATOR
Teresa Coy teresa.coy@citylifestyle.com
EDITOR
Kelly Bone kelly.bone@citylifestyle.com
PUBLISHER ASSISTANT
Kristin Kowalewski kris.kowalewski@citylifestyle.com
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Becca Jones, Courtney Evans, Michelle Parnell, Amber Dawn Schultheis
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Becca Jones Photography, Dawning Memories, Frances Frames
Corporate Team
CEO Steven Schowengerdt
President Matthew Perry
COO David Stetler
CRO Jamie Pentz
CoS Janeane Thompson
AD DESIGNER Evan Deuvall
LAYOUT DESIGNER Lillian Gibbs
QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST Hannah Leimkuhler Learn
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H E A D S H O T S
The leadership team, including Jason Bickford, Mike Bickford and Mark D'Antonio of Ford Motor Company 2: Generations of the Bickford Family 4: Mike Bickford and Mayor Aaron Hoffman 5: Attendees of the Grand Opening for Bickford Ford Pro Elite Service Center 6: Some of the Bickford Ford team enjoying the festivities 7: Mike and Jason Bickford - opening the new Pro Elite Service Center on Bickford Avenue
CORRECTION: Ashley Yang of Resurrection Bodyworks
In our May issue, we accidentally referred to Ashley Yang, LMT and owner/founder of Resurrection Bodyworks, as Ashley Lang. We sincerely apologize for this unfortunate error and are thankful for Ashley’s grace and understanding as we work to correct it. Ashley works extremely hard to personally care for each of her patients, and we want to provide that same level of care in featuring her work. Learn more about the services she provides at resurrection-bodyworks.com
Photography by Ashley Yang
Opaline Becomes Snohomish General Store
The Snohomish General Store (formerly Opaline Interiors) in downtown Snohomish features local goods, thoughtful gifts, home decor, snacks, drinks, flowers, chocolates, artisan-made products, and unique Snohomish merchandise. This new chapter brings together the charm of a classic general store with the creativity and heart of our local community. Stop by and explore the new offerings at 922 1st Street, Snohomish. (Linens and dishware were featured on Pg 20 in our May Ladies Issue.)
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Laycee Gwyther
Crowned Mrs. Everett
Congratulations to CEO and founder of Executive Beauty Suites and Beauty and Boss Consulting, Laycee Gwyther, for being crowned Mrs. Everett 2027. Laycee will spend the next year in the community working on building connections, supporting local businesses, and empowering both women and youth to step into confidence, leadership, and self-sufficiency. Laycee will compete in the Mrs. Washington pageant in the spring of 2027.
Photography by Mama Kat Photography
ARTICLE BY COURTNEY EVANS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAWNING MEMORIES & HARVEY AIRFIELD
HOW GENERATIONS OF HARVEYS HAVE KEPT THE HISTORY ALIVE
HARVEY AIRFIELD
Have you ever looked up and felt like the sky was inviting you into something more? That feeling is part of everyday life at Harvey Airfield. It is a place where history, family legacy, and adventure all share the same sky. On any given day, you might see planes taking off, skydivers drifting back to earth, or hot air balloons rising slowly above the valley like floating lanterns.
The large hanger, 1940s Airport restaurant, 1946
New hangar construction, 1946
Current aerial view of Harvey Airfield
Harvey Airfield is more than a runway. It is a family story that traces its roots back to the mid-1800s when John Harvey and his wife Christina settled along the Snohomish River. Their homestead eventually grew into something far beyond farmland.
In 1944, Noble Harvey, his son Eldon, and their friend Wesley Loback, turned that land into Snohomish Airfield. It began with a grass runway and a few hangars, but quickly grew into a hub for flight training, community gatherings, and aviation adventure. A restaurant, maintenance shop, and flight school followed. It became a place where people did not just pass through - they stayed and built memories.
Over time, the airfield remained in the Harvey family. Eldon and Marjorie helped run it for decades, and the generations that followed carried it forward. That steady family presence is part of what makes Harvey Airfield so unique, being one of the few privately family run airfields in the region.
The airfield now spans more than 100 acres and supports a wide range of aviation activity. Pilots train here, skydivers launch into open skies, and visitors gather to watch the rhythm of flight. It is a place that feels alive with movement and possibility.
But one of the most memorable Harvey Airfield experiences does not occur on the runway. It happens quietly, as hot air balloons rise into the sky.
Hot air ballooning has deep roots in Snohomish, becoming part of the airport scene in 1986. Donna Harvey, the family history specialist, shared that her sister, Marilyn Harvey, owned and operated Aerial Hot Air Balloon Company, right across from the airfield, for 30 years, helping shape ballooning into a lasting part of the local landscape. The wide open fields and sweeping views of the Snohomish Valley made it a natural fit for flight. Today, balloon rides remain a signature experience in the area, drawing visitors from all over.
The hot air balloon experience is peaceful and unlike any other form of flight. There are no engines, only the occasional burst of flame from the burner and the sound of wind guiding the journey. Each flight is shaped entirely by the breeze, and no two paths are never the same.
On July 25, Harvey Airfield will once again host the Kla Ha Ya Days Balloon Glow, one of the most cherished events in the community.
Donna described it simply and warmly. “It is just a really nice community thing. People can sit out, enjoy the weather, spend time with their family, and just take it all in,” she said.
At Harvey Airfield, that sense of wonder is still alive. History and adventure meet in the same open sky. A family legacy continues to grow with every generation that touches this land. For those who visit, it becomes more than a placeit becomes a feeling.
Whether you are watching planes take off, learning to fly, or drifting above the valley in a balloon, Harvey Airfield reminds us that exploration does not always mean escaping your surroundings. Sometimes, it is waiting right in your own backyard. All you have to do is look up.
For more information about Harvey Airfield, visit their website at harveyfield.com
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS AT HARVEY AIRFIELD
JULY 15-19: KLA HA YA DAYS CARNIVAL
Snohomish’s good, old fashioned summer fair. Details can be found at: klahayadays.com
JULY 25: KLA HA YA DAYS BALLOON GLOW
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind summer tradition with live music from Antwane Tyler, a variety of food trucks, a vendor fair, a kid zone, and the hot air balloon glow at dusk. Tickets can be purchased at: snohomishblockparty.org
AUGUST 14-15: SNOHOMISH
BLOCK PARTY
A two-day outdoor music festival featuring classic hits, funk, and rock tribute bands; plus a large vendor fair, food trucks, beer and cocktails, and activities for all ages. Tickets can be purchased at: snohomishblockparty.org
Ford car and Harvey Airfield airplane, 1955
Kla Ha Ya Days Balloon Glow
Mimosa + Brunch Bites by Trails End Taphouse!
MCAULIFFE PLUMBING
BUILT ON HONESTY AND INTEGRITY
ARTICLE
BY MICHELLE PARNELL
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAWNING MEMORIES
Almost fifteen years ago, a friend from church introduced Chris McAuliffe to the field of plumbing. He had always been passionate about helping people, so when he found plumbing to be a great fit for his skill set, that simple introduction turned into a career.
“People usually only call a plumber when they have a problem,” shares Chris. “Being able to help them fix their problem and get them back to better than they were before is a good feeling. It’s very rewarding.”
After years of working for other companies, Chris paired up with his father, Mike, to open McAuliffe Plumbing. “I enjoy getting to work with him and bounce ideas off him,” Chris says. “He
"Being able to help them fix their problem and get them back to better than they were before is a good feeling. It's very rewarding."
has experience running businesses. I’m the one who goes into the homes, but it’s very helpful to have my dad working with me behind the scenes.”
Chris’ wife, Katheryn, does the bookkeeping and scheduling, and although he isn’t ready to officially join the family business yet, their four-year-old son enjoys any time he can spend tagging along with dad.
Before beginning his career in plumbing, Chris considered being a teacher. His first boss helped him see that plumbing is just sharing information in a less traditional setting.
“He explained to me that I could still teach because people are always curious about why something went wrong or how to get it fixed,” says Chris. “I can impart knowledge about what caused an issue and how it can be prevented from happening again in the future. I do really enjoy that part of the job, and people thank me for taking the time to slow down and show them what I’m doing.”
Because his work is often located in less visible and hard to reach places, Chris frequently takes photos of the problem and the completed work so that customers will know and understand what he has done.
“Plumbing can be expensive, especially considering the cost of the parts. I want them to know that they’re getting a quality product from somebody who knows what they’re doing and isn’t trying to take advantage of them,” shares Chris. “That trust is so important because 98 percent of my business is from direct referrals or repeat customers.”
McAuliffe Plumbing services include leak repairs, resolving clogged lines and toilets, water heater installation, and water fixture installation and replacement. With his background in new construction plumbing, Chris also has the
"I’m the one who goes into homes, but it's very helpful to have my dad working with me behind the scenes."
experience needed for bathroom and kitchen remodels, as well as plumbing new additions.
Although Chris offers emergency services, he does his best to help customers determine if the problem requires emergency attention or if there are steps the homeowner can take to mitigate the crisis and allow the problem to be handled during regular hours, which greatly reduces the cost of services.
In every aspect of his business, Chris focuses on honesty, integrity, and using his experience to make wise decisions about what needs to be done to solve problems. “I want to show people that I’m not just coming in and putting a band-aid on a problem; I want to figure out what caused the problem to begin with, and how to prevent it from happening again,” he explains.
If additional work is needed to prevent a problem from occurring again, Chris provides the information and his recommendations, then allows the homeowner to make the final decision. “I point out what we can do to address something so that it doesn’t become a problem several months down the line,” says Chris. “If I fix a leaky pipe, I may recommend fixing the surrounding area because if the pipe is all the same age and in the same condition, you’re probably going to run into the same problem in a different area later. That’s something we want to avoid.”
McAuliffe Plumbing is a family owned and operated business that is fully licensed, certified, bonded and insured. To connect with McAuliffe Plumbing, visit www.snohomishwaplumbing.com , call (425) 231-1282 , and follow McAuliffe Plumbing on Facebook and Instagram.
LEMON ORZO SALAD
Full of tangy citrus, crumbled feta, and herbs, this fresh lemon orzo salad is a thoughtful addition to your summer table. The lemon vinaigrette brings all the flavors together. It is simple to make and can be prepared a day or two ahead for convenient hosting prep. Serve alongside grilled chicken or steak - or a filet of local salmon.
A bright, zesty side dish for summer cookouts
ARTICLE BY AMBER DAWN SCHULTHEIS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAWNING MEMORIES
LEMON ORZO SALAD
Makes
12 servings
INGREDIENTS
• 1 pound dried orzo pasta
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• Zest from 2 lemons
• ½ cup olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar (optional)
• 1-2 small cloves garlic, or 1 teaspoon grated
INSTRUCTIONS
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
• ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, or white pepper
• 2 cups Italian flat-leaf parsley or basil, roughly chopped
• 4 ounces fresh feta cheese, crumbled
• ½ cup chopped pistachios
1. Prepare the orzo according to the package instructions, generously salting the pasta water. Once cooked to your liking, drain and rinse gently with cold water. Set aside.
2. Make the lemon vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, Dijon mustard, white balsamic vinegar, grated garlic, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo with the lemon vinaigrette and stir gently to coat.
4. Just before serving, fold in the chopped herbs, crumbled feta, and pistachios. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
NOTES FOR THE HOST:
• Make ahead: Make the pasta and vinaigrette up to two days in advance when kept airtight in the refrigerator. Save the herb prep, nut chopping, and feta crumbling for day-of, just before serving.
• Add more protein: Throw in some grilled chicken or prawnsthey pair wonderfully with this simple pasta salad.
• Make it your own: As always, if you have a stack of sliced almonds on hand or prefer a crumbly goat cheese, by all meansplay around with this base recipe and make it something you and your guests will truly enjoy.
Amber Dawn Schultheis is a Snohomish-based hospitality and culinary creator and the founder of The Host Notes. From casual celebrations to Tuesday night dinner, she helps you gather with intention, joy, and ease. Find more seasonal, hospitality-focused recipes at thehostnotes.com and follow along @thehostnotes on your favorite social channels.
ARTICLE BY
BECCA JONES
PHOTOGRAPHY BY
B. JONES PHOTOGRAPHY
VELVET &OAK
Unveiling the history behind Snohomish's newest event space
There is a building on First Street in Snohomish that has been waiting over a century for this moment. Built in 1901, the structure at 908 First Street has been home to a bar and a shoe cobbler’s shop, accumulating decades of renovations that buried its original bones under plaster, aluminum, and good intentions. What Chelsea Surdi saw was something else entirely — she saw what it could be and what it would mean for the community that has always called this street home.
The result is the Velvet & Oak — Snohomish’s newest intimate event space and luxury suite destination. This thoughtfully designed celebration venue is not just for weddings, but for every occasion worth gathering for.
UNCOVERING SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY
The renovation is less a story of building something new and more a story of discovering something old. Beneath layers of plaster, Chelsea uncovered original historic brick. Above drop ceilings, she found soaring ceilings. Behind aluminum doors — a particularly painful affront to the building’s character — she restored antique wooden doors with brass hardware that reflect the spirit of the street outside. European chandeliers shipped in from overseas now hang where drop ceilings once were.
Mixed in the corridor of antique shops, wine bars, and Victorian storefronts, the Velvet & Oak doesn’t just sit on First Street — it belongs to it. Every design decision was made with the building’s 125-year history in mind, and the result is an aesthetic Chelsea describes as quiet luxury: European, romantic, timeless, and deeply rooted in the character of Snohomish itself.
“Make life beautiful,” says Chelsea. “I truly live by that. I see things and I feel like I can make them better. Kids, marriage, life — it’s all the same. I live for creating.”
BUILT FOR EVERY CELEBRATION
Downstairs, the event space seats up to 49 guests — an intentional intimacy that makes the Velvet & Oak ideal for the moments in life that deserve a real space rather than a restaurant back room. Like grandma’s 80th birthday — the one where the whole family finally gets in the same room. Or the company holiday party that actually earns the title — intimate enough that people talk to each other, beautiful enough that everyone remembers it. Maybe it’s the college friends you haven’t seen in years, claiming an entire historic building on First Street for a long weekend.
Equally stunning for bridal showers and baby showers, the space is perfect for events that deserve care and intention. A natural fit for a beautifully styled shower, and the team of preferred vendors — florals, grazing tables, stationery — makes putting together an elevated event genuinely seamless.
For wedding weekends, the full picture is compelling: rehearsal dinner Friday night in the event space, bridal suite Saturday in the 908 suites, post-wedding brunch Sunday morning before everyone heads home. All under one roof. All on First Street.
Milestone birthdays, family reunions, holiday parties, corporate gatherings, bridal showers, baby showers, rehearsal dinners, post-wedding brunches — the opportunities are endless. The historic building’s character does the heavy lifting, and the ability to transform the room into whatever aesthetic the event calls for means no two celebrations will ever look the same. Tucked just off the main room, the event space bathroom makes its own quiet statement: a photographic mural of historic First Street, lit by a chandelier.
“Make life beautiful. I truly live by that. I see things and I feel like I can make them better.”
ALL ENCOMPASSING
What makes the Velvet & Oak unlike anything else in Snohomish County is the full-building concept: six luxury suites directly above the event space, all available to book together for a complete celebration weekend.
For family reunions, the picture is irresistible: everyone gathers on Friday for dinner downstairs, sleeps a staircase away in the 908 suites, waking Saturday morning to river views before drifting back downstairs for brunch. No coordinating hotel rooms across three different properties. No driving. No one missing the best part of the evening because they need to get back. Just the people you love, in one beautifully restored building, for an entire weekend.
For couples, the wedding weekend concept is unlike anything else in the county: rehearsal dinner downstairs Friday night, wedding party in the 908 suites Saturday, and post-wedding brunch Sunday morning before the weekend comes to a close. Custom welcome gifts from Evergreen Custom Gifting, sourced from local small businesses, are waiting in each suite on arrival — a thoughtful touch that tells guests the weekend was planned with them in mind.
For holiday parties and corporate gatherings, the Velvet & Oak offers something the Snohomish market has genuinely lacked: a space beautiful enough to feel like an occasion, intimate enough to feel personal, and flexible enough to become whatever the celebration needs it to be.
THE 908 SUITES
Upstairs, six newly renovated luxury suites operate under the name 908 — each numbered with brass plates and designed with the same historical reverence as the event space below. Soaking tubs cocooned in canopy drapes, robes and slippers custom-sourced from small businesses, and embroidered with the 908 name, marble finishes, and bedding selected for genuine luxury rather than hospitality-grade adequacy. The shared landing between suites is scented by an Aroma Tech diffuser filled with white tea. Many suites overlook First Street and the Snohomish River, a picturesque setting that is hard to come by.
“Every detail was approached with intention, respect, and gratitude for the life this building has lived, and the new memories it will now hold.”
From a relaxing staycation to a grand event, the Velvet & Oak has you covered. Take a peek the next time you’re strolling down First Street, or better yet, visit thevelvetandoakwines.com to book your stay. Suites begin at $349 per night with event space packages available to fit your needs.
STYLED-SHOOT TEAM
Photography: B. Jones Photography | bjonesphotos.com
Event Design: Pink Blossom Events | pinkblossomevents.com
Venue: The Velvet & Oak | thevelvetandoakwines.com
Floral: Goldenrod Floral | goldenrodfloraldesign.com
Stationery: Magnolia Marks Studio | magnoliamarksstudio.com
Rentals: CORT Party Rental | cortpartyrental.com
Catering: Herb & Grain | herbandgrainco.com
Custom Gifting: Evergreen Custom Gifting | evergreencustomgifting.com
BUILT FORD TOUGH
DAVE
BURLISON
RETIRES AFTER FORTY YEARS AT BICKFORD FORD
ARTICLE BY COURTNEY EVANS
PHOTOGRAPHY BY FRANCES FRAMES
Dave Burlison began his career at Bickford Ford on January 16, 1986. Forty years later, on that very same date, he walked out the door for the last time, closing a chapter that rarely comes full circle so perfectly. At Bickford Ford, he did not just build a career, he built something that is becoming more and more rare: loyalty, trust, and lasting relationships. Over four decades, he became a familiar face to generations of families across Snohomish, someone they could count on year after year.
“I always felt like if I showed them as much respect as they showed me, we would have a long relationship,” Dave said, reflecting on what kept him there all those years. “And that is exactly what happened.”
That relationship starts with the Bickford family, a local family business that has built its reputation on more than just selling cars. It's been built on trust, handshakes that mean something, and people who stay long enough to know more than just your name. For Dave, it was never just about the job. It was about the people.
“It was not so much the business that kept me there,” he shared. “It was the people.”
Over four decades, Dave spent most of his time in sales, helping customers find the right vehicle for their lives. But what made his career meaningful was not the transactions, but the relationships that grew from them.
“At some point, it stopped feeling like a job and started feeling like a career,” Dave said. “I was selling cars to second and third generations of the same families.”
In Snohomish, that kind of connection matters. Dave was not just a salesman - he was someone people trusted during big life moments. First cars. Family upgrades. Celebratory milestones.
Through it all, Dave held onto one simple principle.
“Always treat your customers with the utmost respect,” he said. “They are your lifeblood.” It is advice he shares with the next generation stepping into their
careers, reminding them that success is not built on pressure or shortcuts, but on honesty and care.
“You want to be able to see your customers at the grocery store and not feel like you have to turn around and go the other way,” he said with a chuckle.
That kind of integrity defined his career. It also reflected the values of the Bickford family, who created an environment where employees could create something meaningful long term.
But Dave’s story is not just about staying in one job. It is about building a life alongside it. The same year he started at Bickford Ford, he met his wife, Sharon. They married later that year, and are now preparing to celebrate their own 40 year milestone.
As Bickford Ford would say, some things are still built to last. And in a fast moving world, stories like Dave's remind us why we're fortunate to call Snohomish home.
When you are looking for your next vehicle, Bickford Ford in Snohomish is a place where relationships still matter. Find them at 3100 Bickford Ave, Snohomish or online at www.bickford.net
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ARTICLE BY KALI KASPRZYK
PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES
MAKEUP BY MIKAYLA CRANE
The 10% Target Mindset
Jen Cohen ON THE PRACTICE OF ASKING FOR WHAT YOU WANT
Winnipeg in the winter, and a 17-year-old waits 45 minutes in the cold for Keanu Reeves. Her fingers are numb. She is not there for an autograph. She is there to ask him to appear in her audition tape for MuchMusic, Canada’s MTV. When he finally agrees, she writes her number on a gum wrapper with a borrowed lip liner.
He calls days later.
That 17-year-old was Jen Cohen — fitness expert, host of the Habits & Hustle podcast, and best-selling author. She has built a career on the premise her frostbitten afternoon proved. She calls the practice the 10% Target: 10 attempts at whatever you want most in life.
The premise is simple. Most people never make one attempt. Almost nobody makes two. The math works in favor of the person who keeps going.
The top-rated Habits & Hustle podcast has logged hundreds of conversations with high performers and the people who study what the body does to the mind. Her TEDx talk, The Secret to Getting Anything You Want in Life, has traveled widely inside Fortune 500 sales-training rooms. On the Share the Lifestyle podcast, Cohen sits down to share the working rules that are the foundation of her latest book, Bigger, Better, Bolder.
“You have to be the CEO of your own life.”
FEATURING JEN COHEN
Discover the full 10% Target Mindset framework.
1 2
MAKE TEN ATTEMPTS
The door opens, or another door does. The unmade attempt and the refused one leave you in the same place — except one of them teaches you something.
STACK THE DECK
Cohen frames her habits as a wager: How do I stack the deck so I win more than I lose? The workout happens first, and the food decisions follow. The email follow-up gets sent, and the answer arrives. The choices compound in a single direction.
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DISCIPLINE IS A PRACTICED SKILL, NOT AN INHERITANCE
No one is born with it. The people who look disciplined are running a routine they have rehearsed long enough that it no longer feels like effort. The reps are the skill. Miss them, and the skill fades, the same as any other.
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SELF-TALK ONLY WORKS WHEN THE BODY BACKS IT UP
Confidence does not arrive by repeating the word. It arrives after the body has done the thing — the workout finished, the cold walk endured, the email sent. The mind takes its cues from what the body proves it can do. Talk follows action, not the other way around.
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NEVER MISS A MONDAY
The first decision sets the slope of the rest. Skip the Monday workout, and the rest of the week tends to follow. Hold the line on Monday, and the slope tilts the other way.
EVERY THURSDAY IN JULY Snohomish
Farmers Market
Cedar & Pearl - Historic Downtown, Snohomish | 3:00 PM
Every Thursday from 3 - 7 p.m. The Snohomish Farmers Market has been serving our community for 36 years. We help cultivate a vibrant community hub that connects local farmers, artisans, and consumers by providing access to fresh, sustainably grown food and handcrafted goods. Come visit us - rain or shine! More information available at www.snohomishfarmersmarket.com
JULY 4TH
Independence Day Flag Procession & Parade
Historic Downtown Snohomish | 10:00 AM
Gather in Historic Downtown Snohomish for a patriotic flag procession celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. Start of the procession will be at the corner of 1st Street and Ave D in Snohomish. Wear your red, white, and blue and bring your family and dogs. For more info visit www.historicdowntownsnohomish.org
JULY 15TH - 19TH
KlaHaYa Days Festival
Around Snohomish | 10:00 AM
Join us for the 113th annual KlaHaYa Days Festival July 15-19. From the carnival to the car show, there is something for the whole family to enjoy. Come be part of the wonderful Snohomish community and get to know your neighbors. For information and volunteer opportunities visit www.klahayadays.com
JULY 18TH
Redfellow Music Festival
Starlight Meadows - 6324 51st Ave SE, Bothell | 4:00 PM
The Redfellow Music Festival (RMF) is an annual non-profit event that showcases and supports emerging musical artists from various genres and backgrounds. The rustic country setting in Bothell, WA, offers a passionate audience and a unique performance opportunity that earns rave reviews from all who attend. Learn more at redfellowfoundation.org or purchase tickets to this year’s festival by visiting www.redfellowmusicfestival.com.
JULY 18TH - AUGUST 16TH
Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire
Sky Meadows - 18601 Sky Meadows Ln., Snohomish
Enjoy this years faire with live entertainment, thrilling jousts, roaming performers, artisan shopping and delicious treats throughout the realm of Queen Elizabeth I. Whether you’re a cosplayer, a history lover, or a family seeking summer adventure, WMRF is the PNW’s Premiere Renaissance Faire experience filled with magic, merriment, and excitement for all ages! For tickets and information visit www.washingtonfaire.com.
JULY 25TH
Snohomish
Balloon Glow Days
Harvey Field, Snohomish | 4:30 PM
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Kla Ha Ya Days Balloon Glow. This exciting event features live music from Antwane Tyler with special guest Fretland, a variety of food trucks, a vendor fair, a kid zone, and an enchanting hot air balloon glow at dusk. For tickets and general information visit www.snohomishblockparty.org
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How to Pack Luxuriously
IT BEGINS BEFORE THE SUITCASE IS EVEN OPEN.
A handbag rests nearby, already chosen. A few pieces are laid out with intention. Nothing excessive, nothing uncertain. Just the essentials — each one considered, each one with a role to play. Packing, at its best, is not about preparation. It’s about clarity.
STEP 1: START WITH THE BAG THAT DOES IT ALL Luxury travel begins with the right foundation. Choose a bag that is structured, secure, and understated. It should sit close to the body, carry comfortably, and hold everything without revealing anything. Interior compartments, zip closure, and simplicity matters. The goal is not to stand out, but to move seamlessly.
STEP 2: BUILD AROUND A QUIET COLOR STORY
A luxurious wardrobe travels in harmony. Start with a palette of neutrals — cream, black, camel, soft blush. Pieces should layer easily and transition without effort. A single trouser pairs with multiple tops. A lightweight layer completes each look. When everything works together, there is no overthinking.
STEP 3: PACK IN COMBINATIONS, NOT OUTFITS
The most efficient wardrobes are built like systems. Each piece should connect to the next. One base, multiple variations. A top that works twice. A layer that works everywhere. Instead of packing for moments, pack for movement. This is where less becomes more.
STEP 4: KEEP ESSENTIALS VISIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE
Luxury is ease. Inside the bag, everything should have a place. Phone, wallet, keys, lipstick — no digging, no searching. Organization is not about perfection, but flow. When movement is uninterrupted, travel feels lighter.
STEP 5: TRAVEL BEAUTIFULLY, NOT OBVIOUSLY
The most refined travelers blend in. Avoid oversized logos, overly styled outfits, or anything that signals “tourist.” Instead, focus on clean lines, intentional pieces, and a sense of quiet confidence. Luxury is not about being seen - it’s about feeling composed wherever you are.
STEP 6: LET ONE BAG CARRY THE EXPERIENCE
A well-designed bag should move with you from morning to evening. It carries your essentials during the day, then transitions effortlessly into dinner, a walk, or an unexpected moment. There is no need to switch, repack, or rethink. When one piece does it all, everything else simplifies.
A refined approach to traveling light, staying polished, and moving with ease
ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHAU
SÁENZ
