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A supplement to the Snoqualmie Valley Record

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Welcome to the Snoqualmie Valley The Snoqualmie Valley really is a special place, with more to discover and explore than any one publication could cover. Look inside and discover your next destination, or maybe a handful of them. Whether it’s the amazing outdoor recreation, the vigorous farming community or the charming shops and restaurants that bring you here, we’re sure you’ll find your own something special about the Valley.

To help you explore, we’ve got maps, URLs, phone numbers, local lore and more. Use these resources to start your adventure. Again, welcome, and enjoy.

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Where to start North Bend and Snoqualmie Visitors Centers North Bend things to see, things to do Farmers Markets food, music and fun all summer Northwest Railway Museum ride into history Snoqualmie Falls breathtaking views Historic Downtown Snoqualmie shop, eat, explore Birdwatching wonders year-round Snoqualmie Valley Trail map connecting the Valley

20-21 Calendar of Events 22 Elk in the Valley where to see the resident herd 24 Fall City artsy at home on the river 27 Golf Courses take a swing at local public courses 27 Let us entertain you Snoqualmie Casino 28 Dog Parks take your dog on vacation, on or off-leash 30 Carnation visit the farm, soak in small- town vibes 31 Camlann Medieval Village step into 1736 England

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Valley Farms pick your own berries, pet the animals Find yourself in the real “Twin Peaks” Snoqualmie Ridge neighborhood makes its own fun Restaurants burgers, steaks, ethnic and international food at every price point.

Wine wineries in the Valley Beer brewers in the Valley

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35922 SE 46th St Fall City, WA 98024 425.657.6587 Bill@wmgrassiewines .com www.wmgrassiewines.com Open Sat & Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm

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8086 Railroad Ave SE, Rte 202 Snoqualmie, WA 98065 425.292.0754 Info@sigillocellars.com www.sigillocellars.com Open daily, patio seating, live music & food

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Chateau NoElle Vineyards & Winery

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36105 SE 89th Place Snoqualmie, WA 98065 425.417.2374 tom.wilson@chateaunoelle.com Tastings by appointment

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Mount Si Winery

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8463 Maple Ave SE Snoqualmie, WA 98065 425.466.5947 Mail@mtsiwinery.com www.mtsiwinery.com Open Saturdays & Sundays

10808 428th Ave SE North Bend, WA 98045 425.233.5638 Scott@czcellars.com www.czcellars.com Open Saturdays

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Starting Points

When in Snoqualmie

Snoqualmie Visitor Information Center & Art Gallery of SnoValley When exploring Snoqualmie, your first stop should be the Snoqualmie Visitor Center, located at 8130 SE Railroad Ave. It is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily through Labor Day. Fall hours will be the same through December, but the gallery will be closed on Mondays.

Here, you’ll find options for the visitor as well as a busy art studio featuring classes and local artists.

Ask for hints on local attractions, from sites of interest to dining and shopping destinations, recreation areas and other local treasures.

The Art Gallery of SnoValley at 8130 Railroad Avenue SE, Snoqualmie, will serve as the Snoqualmie visitor center starting Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Snoqualmie Valley Chamber of Commerce representatives will also be onsite at Snoqualmie Falls Park during the summer season, Wednesday through

Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., providing tourists with information about the Upper Snoqualmie Valley.

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When in North Bend

Visit www.artgalleryofsnovalley.com, or call (425) 213-9321.

North Bend Visitor Information Center & Mountain View Art Gallery & Plaza The North Bend Visitor Information Center and Mountain View Art Gallery and Plaza is not only your one-stop location for Valley information, a Twin Peaks pit stop and recreation maps, it is a venue for local artists to share their works. Visit the VIC to see indoor and outdoor art shows, with friendly, knowledgeable ambassadors and two 24-inch touchscreen computers to assist in planning your next Valley adventure – all within view of the awe-inspiring Mt Si.

Perched on Bendigo Boulevard at the gateway to the city, the VIC features local information, outdoor recreation maps and local art in one convenient stop.

Hours at the VIC are Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April through October. Winter hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For information, call (425) 292-0260, visit DiscoverNorthBend.com, or Facebook.com/ NorthBendVIC.

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North Bend is a scenic and thriving community known for its stunning views of Mount Si, Rattlesnake Ridge and the Cascades and a wide array of year-round recreation and cultural experiences. The city’s parks and trails provide for hiking, fishing, bicycling, climbing, kayaking, swimming and wildlife observation. During the winter months, snowboarding, skiing and snowshoeing are just minutes away.

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Residents and visitors can enjoy an eclectic mix of dining and shopping in historic downtown and at the Premium Outlet Stores.

Plan a visit to the Snoqualmie Valley Museum or drop by the Visitor Information Center & Mountain View Gallery for information on area attractions and to view local artwork.

1. North Bend Premium Outlets, 461 South Fork Ave SW 2. North Bend Theatre, 125 Bendigo Blvd N 3. Valley Center Stage, 119 W North Bend Way 4. Si View Community Center, 400 SE Orchard Dr 5. Snoq. Valley Historical Museum, 320 Bendigo Blvd S 6. North Bend Library, 115 E 4th St 7. North Bend Railroad Depot, 205 McClellan St 8. Mt. Si Senior Center, 411 Main Ave S 9. Torguson Park Bike Park, 750 East North Bend Way 10. Visitor Information Center, 250 Bendigo Blvd. South

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Get outside, bike, kayak or hike and explore the many parks and trails or catch a train at the North Bend Depot.

Sip, Suds & Si is a bi-annual wine and beer walk held in March. The Jazz Walk is an annual night of live music in April.

SUMMER Break out your bikes and try the bike park, with two tracks to accommodate all ages, at Torguson Park, then hit the trails or go swimming.

Celebrate summer at the Downtown Block Party and Legends Car Show in July or the Festival at Mount Si in August at Si View Park.

FALL

The annual Blues Walk in September brings live blues bands to downtown. Sip, Suds & Si is held again in October and in November, the North Bend Theatre hosts its winter film festival, leading up to the Banff Film Festival.

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Summertime brings out the best in local food and family fun in area farmers markets The best of the Valley, from live entertainment, fresh food and produce to unique gifts can be found Tuesday and Thursday evenings at both ends of the Valley.

North Bend Farmers Market The North Bend Farmers Market is a summertime tradition, celebrating its 13th year at Si View Park, 400 SE Orchard Drive.

The weekly market is open Thursday evenings from 4 to 8 p.m., June 7 through Sept. 6, offering fresh produce, berries, honey, flowers, botanicals, baked goods, seasoning mixes, organic teas and hand-crafted items from art prints to yard décor, and prepared foods including wood-fired pizza, Bedouin style kabobs, Asian foods, shaved ice, kettle corn and Belgian waffles.

A much-loved part of the market, the summer concert series features local musicians in free concerts at the park’s picnic shelter, starting at 6 p.m. June through August, 5:30 p.m. in September. All concerts are free. Bring the family, lawn chairs or a picnic blanket, meet friends and enjoy great summer tunes at the park.

The North Bend Farmers Market, opening Thursday, June 7, features a wide selection of produce and baked goods, plus hand-crafted items such as soy candles and jewelry. Courtesy photos

For the full farmers market schedule, visit www.siviewpark.org/ farmers-market.phtml.

Carnation Farmers Market In the lower Valley, the long-standing Tuesday Carnation Farmers Market kicks off every season with the popular Maypole dance, plus live music and special events. It’s a food-and-farm only market, so you’ll find plants, produce and wonderfully unique goods produced by local artisans. The market runs from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, May through October, in downtown Carnation.

Visit www.carnationfarmersmarket.com for more information.

Housed under a majestic timber-frame structure designed, milled and hand-crafted by local artisans, the Carnation Farmers Market is sponsored by Sno Valley Tilth and operates in partnership with the city of Carnation.

Heirloom Cookshop and Green Market.

Just what’s all the buzz about local food? For most folks, fresh, locally grown food simply tastes better than food picked and shipped thousands of miles. But it’s really about much more than that.

Every Friday afternoon throughout the summer, stock up on your organics for healthy meals and special events. Local growers bring their vegetables, fruits, artisan bred, and delectables. Shop for handmade jewelry and unique clothing.

Listen to live music or relax in the beer garden. The Heirloom Green Market is hosted by the Heirloom Cookshop and located in its Historic Snoqualmie parking lot at the corner of 38767 SE River Street and Railroad Ave SE. Fridays, 3-7 p.m., June 7 through September 27. More info: www.heirloomcookshop. com/green-market

Local farms help preserve open space, build local economies, and nurture the genetic diversity of our foods. In addition, many farmers are staunch supporters of the environment, spending time and money planting stream buffers, changing fertilizer habits to decrease run-off, encouraging the reintroduction of native species, and restoring salmon streams.

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Ride into history on the rails Where in the region can you ride in a living history exhibit?

At the Northwest Railway Museum, with historic depots in Snoqualmie and North Bend, plus a history campus in between.

Train rides start in early April and continue on weekends through October, and as always, the museum offers more than just a train ride experience to visitors and rail fans. Nearly all regular train excursions, approximately two hours long, include a stop at the Railway History Campus, with the Train Shed Exhibit Building housing much of the museum’s rolling stock, part of the railroading history of the Pacific Northwest.

For an in-depth look into this history, docent-led premier tours will be available this year. These small, personally led tours include a visit to the historic 1890 Snoqualmie Depot, a shop floor visit to the Conservation and Restoration Center to see the work going on in that unique facility and a tour of the Train Shed including, for the first time, a visit inside both Chapel Car 5 Messenger of Peace and the 001 Caboose.

There are also many cars on display along the Heritage Trail, a walking path along the train rails from the Snoqualmie Depot to Snoqualmie Parkway.

The historic and Spellman-award winning Snoqualmie Depot is open to visitors from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Nothing brings more excitement to the museum, though, than the sell-out Day Out with Thomas, two weekends in July.

Learn more about the Northwest Railway Museum at www.trainmuseum.org.

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Steam trains are running at the Northwest Railway Museum on special weekends, thanks to the museum’s steam restoration program. Valley Record File Photo

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Snoqualmie is best known as the home of Snoqualmie Falls, a breathtaking 268-foot waterfall cascading over granite cliffs. More than 1.2 million people visit Snoqualmie Falls each year from around the world who also stay in town to meander through Historic Snoqualmie with its many unique shops and restaurants. Visit the Northwest Railway Museum – the largest train museum in Washington State, the Railway History Center, the Snoqualmie Falls Hydroelectric Museum, and take a ride on the Snoqualmie Valley Railroad. Take a break at Sandy Cove Park, a grassy shaded hidden gem – a perfect picnic spot. More restaurants and shopping are on Snoqualmie Ridge, along with miles of forested trails. Make a day of it! Then come back for special events like Railroad Days, the Boeing Classic, and the Finally Friday Art & Wine Walks. More info: cityofsnoqualmie.org 1. Snoqualmie Falls, 6501 Railroad Ave SE 2. Snoqualmie Falls Hydroelectric Museum, SE 69th Place 3. Historic Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St 4. Northwest Railway Museum, 38625 SE King St 5. Railroad Park & Centennial Log, 7971 Railroad Ave SE 6. Sandy Cove Park/River Access, 7970 Falls Ave SE 7. Railway History Center, 9312 Stone Quarry Rd 8. Snoqualmie Ridge, Snoqualmie Parkway & Center Blvd SE 9. Hampton Inn & Suites, 35228 Snoqualmie Parkway 10. Salish Lodge & Spa, 6501 Railroad Ave SE

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Board an historic train at the Snoqualmie Depot for a scenic excursion to Snoqualmie Falls, past Meadowbrook Farm and Mount Si, to the North Bend Depot. Walk along the boardwalk and shop!shop!

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Finally Friday Art & Wine Walks start in May. Day Out with Thomas and Red, White & Boom fireworks entertain in July. August brings Railroad Days and the Boeing Classic PGA Tour. And so much more!

WINTER

Snoqualmie Winter Lights on the first Saturday of December has a tree lighting, holiday music, sweet treats, and horse-drawn wagon rides. Santa Train runs weekends Thanksgiving to Christmas.

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Snoqualmie Falls Every year, more than 1 million people flock to Snoqualmie Falls. Just a short walk from a busy highway, visitors can take in the dramatic vista of cliff walls and falling water, hear the mighty 268-foot cataract and feel the spray of its mists.

Visit the Falls Snoqualmie Falls is accessible from two public parking lots just off state Route 202 about a half-mile northwest of downtown Snoqualmie.

Travelers on Interstate 90 can access S.R. 202 from exit 25, by traveling on Snoqualmie Parkway north over Snoqualmie Ridge, or take the historic loop through downtown Snoqualmie via exit 27, eastbound. Park in the large, free lot across the road from the park and take the pedestrian skybridge across, or spring for one of the paid parking spots near the gift shop.

What to do?

There’s more to do at the Falls than getting soaked by the spray. Hike a trail, watch for wildlife, picnic on the visitors center’s grounds. Visit the landmark Salish Lodge and make dinner or spa reservations.

Hike down to the lower viewpoint from the new hiking trail and boardwalk. Or try to spot the nesting peregrine falcons on the rock faces.

Above: A 268 foot cascade of water, Snoqualmie Falls attracts more than 1 million visitors each year. This photo was taken in 2015 by a tourist. Below: The Snoqualmie Falls Hydroelectric Museum, open during summers, gives visitors the history of the engineering feat that created the power plant. Inset: A plant turbine on display at the museum dwarfs visitors. Above: Photo courtesy of Snoqualmie Falls Facebook page; Others: Valley Record file photos

Secrets of the Falls Snoqualmie Falls holds secrets beneath its waters. A century ago, workers bored tunnels beneath the bedrock and built one of the nation’s first hydroelectric power plants.

Puget Sound Energy completed a huge retrofit of the power plant and surrounding grounds and opened the Snoqualmie Falls Hydroelectric Museum in 2013. Learn about the legacy of the hydroelectric project through a free tour housed.

The museum opens May 27 and will be open through Labor Day. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Birdwatching Wonders

By Tina Blade Contributing Writer There are as many reasons to turn your attention to the Snoqualmie River Valley’s birds as there are birds to see here. With its varied habitats of farmlands, forest, and wetlands, the Valley is a prime location for a variety of birds throughout the year.

One beautiful example is the Bullock’s Oriole. As you walk the Snoqualmie Valley Trail near Stillwater on a summer morning, you hear it first—a series of raspy calls and descending whistles coming from high in the cottonwood canopy. Following the sound, you look up, and catch a flash of flame-orange and black among the leaves. Then you see it, the male Bullock’s Oriole bringing an insect to the woven pouch of nest that hangs from a branch high above the trail.

Above: The Spotted Towhee is commonly found on the Pacific Northwest coast and throughout the Cascades, year round. Below: A male Pileated Woodpecker excavates a nest hole in a snag beside the trail at the Stillwater Unit of the Snoqualmie Valley Wildlife Area. Marc Hoffman photos

Eagles, and even the occasional Golden Eagle perched on wires, power poles, and snags along the road.

In wooded habitats, you can hear the high, sweet calls of Ruby-crowned and Golden-crowned Kinglets flitting in the branches above. In the understory, the delicate song of the Pacific Wren spirals upward, almost out of the range of human hearing. And the taps of woodpeckers are ubiquitous.

Besides the Bullock’s Oriole, you might see Yellow and Wilson’s Warblers, the sky-blue Lazuli Bunting, Rufous Hummingbirds, Black-headed Grosbeaks, and the diminutive Common Yellowthroat in his bright yellow bib and black mask.

It’s important to remember that birds are not “on-demand” performers. To see them requires the time, focus, and patience to go where they might be, then allow whatever is present to reveal itself to you.

You are more likely to hear than see the shy Swainson’s Thrush. Russet brown with a delicately spotted breast, it blends perfectly into the woodland shadows.

Many of these birds are neotropical migrants that winter in Mexico, Central and South America and the Caribbean, then fly north to mate, nest, and raise their young.

You know it’s spring when you begin to hear them setting up and defending their territories in places like Rattlesnake Lake, Three Rivers Natural Area, Carnation Marsh Natural Area, Tolt-McDonald Park, the Stillwater Unit of the Snoqualmie Wildlife Area, and the farm fields and forests from North Bend to Monroe.

Winter watching Sikes Lake, Chinook Bend Natural Area and Carnation Farm Road are all prime locations for winter birding. And thankfully, when the temperatures drop, much of this can be done from the car.

On a winter’s-day drive through the Valley, you can find flocks of Trumpeter and Tundra Swans and wintering ducks in local pastures and ponds. You can also see year-round and wintering raptors, including Rough-legged and Redtailed Hawks, Peregrine Falcons, Bald

Indeed, you might find that letting go of everyday concerns and tuning into the bit of wildness around you can be its own reward.

There’s also an undeniable thrill when your diligence pays off and you finally catch sight of a beautiful songbird carefully tending its young. Or an eagle who’s been sitting high in tall snag suddenly swooping down from its perch, grazing the surface of a lake, then rising with a freshly caught fish in its talons.

This article is based on the author’s personal experiences birding in the Valley and information from A Birder’s Guide to Washington, 2nd Edition (2015), Jane Hadley, ed.

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Events Calendar WHAT’S GOING ON

There is always something happening somewhere in the Valley. Mark your calendar with the following special events.

Monthly Sallal Grange hosts contra dances on the third Friday of each month, open mic night on the first Friday of the month, and a community game night on the fourth Friday For schedule, visit www.sallalgrange.org Finally Friday Art & Wine Walk Historic Snoqualmie, 6-9 p.m., occurs on the last Friday of each summer month May 31, June 27, July 26, August 30, September 27. More info: www. finallyfridayartandwinewalks.org

Special Summer Events for Kids!

Snoqualmie Skate Jam, June 8, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Snoqualmie Community Park, 35016 SE Ridge St Snoqualmie Valley Bicycle Safety Rodeo, June 8, 2-4 p.m., Snoqualmie Community Park, 35016 SE Ridge St Kids Summer Jam, July 11, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Snoqualmie Community Park, 35016 SE Ridge St Big Truck Day, July 27, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Centennial Fields Park, 39903 SE Park St Hold the Horn at Big Truck Day (Sensory Free), July 27, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Centennial Fields Park, 39903 SE Park St More info: www.cityofsnoqualmie.org

June Heirloom Green Market Historic Snoqualmie, 3-7 p.m., occurs Friday afternoons throughout summer months beginning June 7 and ending September 27 More info: www.heirloomcookshop. com/green-market WINE TRAINS Railway History Center Wine Train, June 8, 2 p.m., Historic Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St. See also August

July FIREWORKS Red, White & Boom Fireworks Display, July 4, 9 p.m., Snoqualmie Community Park, 35016 SE Ridge St More info: www.servesnoqualmie.org/redwhite-and-boom

MOVIES IN THE PARK SERIES July 18, 9 p.m., Snoqualmie Community Park, 35016 SE Ridge St, Incredibles 2. See also August MUSIC IN THE PARK SERIES July 11, 6:45 p.m., Snoqualmie Community Park, 35016 SE Ridge St, The Kings of Swing July 25, 6:45 p.m., Snoqualmie Community Park, 35016 SE Ridge St, Crème Tangerine See also August OR, spend the day on Snoqualmie Ridge with a parade and events at Snoqualmie Community Park.

MUSIC IN THE PARK SERIES August 8, 6:45 p.m., Sandy Cove Park, 7970 Falls Ave SE, Anthem

August 22, 6:45 p.m., Sandy Cove Park, 7970 Falls Ave SE, Sweet Little Lies More info: www.cityofsnoqualmie.org Thomas the Tank Engine Historic Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St. July 12-14, 19-21, 2019 More info: www.trainmuseum.org Relay for Life Join the fight against cancer the second Saturday in July at North Bend’s Torguson Park. Learn more at http:// main.acsevents.org/site/TR?fr_ id=86820&pg=entry Downtown Block Party North Bend’s Block Party is a local festival with live music, a Kid Zone, and a wide array of vendors. 3rd Saturday in July, from noon to 11 p.m.

DiscoverNorthBend.com/177/ Downtown-Block-Party Twin Peaks Festival “Twin Peaks” was filmed primarily in North Bend and Snoqualmie, so the annual Twin Peaks Festival returns here every year in late July or early August. Visit www.twinpeaksfest.com Legends Car Show The Pacific Northwest Legends Car Club hosts a variety car show in downtown North Bend, starting at 8 a.m. the 3rd Sunday in July.

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August MOVIES IN THE PARK SERIES August 1, 8:30 p.m., Snoqualmie Community Park, 35016 SE Ridge St, How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World August 15, 8:30 p.m., Snoqualmie Community Park, 35016 SE Ridge St, Aquaman More info: www.cityofsnoqualmie.org

2019 Snoqualmie Valley Visitor’s Guide 21 WINE TRAINS Charles Baker PSE Hydro Museum Wine Train August 24, 2 p.m. at the Historic Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St. Northwest Railway Museum Wine Train, August 27, 2 p.m., Historic Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St More info: www.trainmuseum.org Snoqualmie Railroad Days More than seven decades of local tradition and railroad heritage are behind Snoqualmie’s Railroad Days, the third weekend of August.

For the full details, visit www.railroaddays.com Paint Out Painters take their easels into the open air at the annual Snoqualmie Plein Air Paint Out during Railroad Days.

Visit www.ci.snoqualmie.wa.us Boeing Classic Top pro golfers on the PGA Champions Tour compete for a $2.1 million purse at The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge, August 19-25. Get tickets at www.boeingclassic.com

September North Bend Blues Walk Downtown North Bend venues host blues legends and local talent in a pedestrian festival, the fourth weekend of September. Visit www.northbendblueswalk.com Snoqualmie Valley Block Party Snoqualmie Ridge hosts a block party for the whole Snoqualmie Valley, with bands, kids games and demos, around the middle of the month. Find Snoqualmie Valley Block Party on Facebook for more information.

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Halloween at Si View Si View Community Center is home to the full spectrum of Halloween celebration, from the silly—pick a floating pumpkin from the Si View patch — to the spooky harvest carnival celebration, to the downright scary haunted house. Learn more at www.siviewpark.org Night on a Dark Trail Spooky, entertaining Halloween trail walk at Snoqualmie Ridge is for youth, teens and adults.

Visit www.nightonadarktrail. weebly.com for tickets and information.

Sip Suds & Si An art walk with live local music, wine and beer tasting throughout historic downtown North Bend.

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October to November Live Theater Valley Center Stage is a place where local theater can be produced in order to make available opportunities to experience the pleasure of theater. The new season starts in October.

Visit www.valleycenterstage.org Mountain Film Series: Starting in early October, North Bend Theatre, downtown North Bend, shows films from its annual Mountain outdoor series each Sunday afternoon, through December. Visit http://northbendtheatre.com for a full schedule Snoqualmie Holiday Festival Snoqualmie celebrates the holidays the weekend

following Thanksgiving with a community gathering in Gazebo Park, decked out with lights, music and a visit from Santa

December Snoqualmie Winter Lights December 7, 5-8 p.m., Historic Snoqualmie (Tree lights up at 6:30 p.m.) More info: www.cityofsnoqualmie.org Tree Lightings Community Christmas celebrations happen in Fall City and North Bend, the first weekend of December.

Fall City’s festival includes a holiday arts market at Chief Kanim Middle School, choir concert at Fall City Elementary and, the lighting of the plum trees along S.R. 202, followed by Santa’s arrival and a bonfire and refreshments in the Arts Park.

In North Bend, the festivities start right after the Mount Si Senior Center’s Holiday Bazaar. Enjoy refreshments, performances by local youth, and cheer for Santa’s arrival.

Banff Film Festival North Bend Theatre hosts the Banff Film Festival, a renowned screening of the best mountain and outdoor recreation oriented films in the world. For details, visit www.northbendtheatre.com Santa Train Ride the train with Santa, starting Thanksgiving weekend.

Learn more at www.trainmuseum.org Holiday Bazaar Buy holiday gifts and enjoy a full day of entertainment by local young talent. The bazaar features hand-crafted goods, carolers, and the Si View

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Elk in the Valley Snoqualmie Valley, particularly Meadowbrook Farm, located between North Bend and Snoqualmie, is home to a large, healthy herd of elk, estimated at more than 500 in population.

The animals are protected on most public and private land, and by a hard-working group of volunteers in the Upper Snoqualmie Valley Elk Management Group.

Elk in the Valley are descended from a group of Rocky Mountain Elk, imported to the area in 1913.

Viewing Elk (from http://wdfw.wa.gov) • Elk are primarily crepuscular (active at dawn and dusk); early morning and late evening are best times to observe them.

They are ruminants, eating mainly grasses, berries and young cedar treetops.

Early morning and late evening are generally the best times to view elk — from a distance. Although they call the Valley home, the elk remain wild animals, and can be aggressive, particularly in June during calving season and in the fall’s mating season.

Many days, you can view the elk from your car, as they graze the fields around Meadowbrook Farm. Try this route, skirting about 2,000 acres of open space, for viewing elk: From the North Bend Tourist Information Center, head west to S.R. 202, on the way to Snoqualmie. After crossing the South Fork of the Snoqualmie River, turn right onto Boalch Avenue and follow it to the four-way

• When temperatures are mild, elk may be observed feeding in short bouts throughout the day. When not hunted, elk adapt well to humans and find lawns and golf courses excellent places to graze.

Top: Two bull elk face off on a foggy morning in 2016 on Meadowbrook Farm, in this photo by Danny Raphael. Above: Traffic backs up on S.R. 203 when elk cross the highway. Cars are the worst predator elk face in the area; roughly 50 animals each year are killed after being hit by cars.

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Turn right at the stop and cross the one-lane Meadowbrook Bridge.

Continue on Meadowbrook Way as it turns into Southeast Reinig Road, and continue to 428th Avenue Southeast.

Turn right on 428th and wind your way back into North Bend.

Or, take a small detour to look for mountain goats on Mount Si: Turn right onto Southeast 92nd Street, and go a quarter-mile, then pull over to have a look.

• A good time of year to observe elk is in fall. In late September and October, bulls are battling over females and are not as concerned about being seen.

• The best way to view wild elk is to find a meadow, or other open grassland they have been using and to wait quietly nearby.

• In winter, look for pits dug in snow where elk have been pawing for food, or for crisscrossing tracks in the snow typical of foraging elk.

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Home to iconic landmarks Fall City is a busy and beloved community along the Snoqualmie River, near the confluence with the Raging River. Farms and trails surround the town, where people say “If you’re lucky enough to live in Fall City, you’re lucky enough.”

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Tour historic landmarks like the Fall City Masonic Lodge or the hop shed in Fall City Community Park (www.fallcity.org/historical).

Take the kids to meet the animals at Baxter Barn (www.baxterbarn.org). If you just want a leisurely float down the Snoqualmie River, put in at the Plum Boat Launch, take out when you reach downtown, or just go to Fall City Floating (www.fallcityfloating.com) and let them get you there.

The unincorporated town enjoys a thriving arts community; check out the colorful corner that is the Fall City Arts Park downtown (www. fallcityarts.com), take in a show at the outdoor Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater (www. foresttheater.org) or stop at the Raging River Cafe (www.theragingrivercafeclub.com) for live music, most nights.

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Find a local farm and watch food grow, or coo to the baby animals.

Any time of year is a good time for golfing in Fall City, which boasts two spectacularly scenic courses, Mount Si and Twin Falls.

SUMMER Fall City Day, a traditional festival with parade and rubber ducky derby is the start of summer.

Watch the hometown semipro Northwest Honkers baseball team at Fall City Park all season.

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Meet artists in their studios in the Snoqualmie River arts tour.

Find more art downtown and in December, count down to the tree lighting —for the many plum trees along the river and S.R. 202.

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Dine and see the stars in Snoqualmie

Jonny Lang at Snoqualmie Casino.

CONCERT LINEUP Abbacadabra

Karen Tong - Precious Concert

Austin Jenckes Album Release Show

Jubal and Friends Comedy Tour

Friday, May 17 at 8 p.m Snoqualmie Casino Ballroom

Sunday, July 7 at 6p.m.

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Friday, July 12 at 8p.m.

Snoqualmie Casino Ballroom Carly Pearce Thursday, August 8 at 7:30pm Creedence Clearwater Revisied Snoqualmie Casino Ballroom Friday, June 21 at 8p.m.

Zepparella Snoqualmie Casino Ballroom Friday, August 30 at 8:30pm Mountain View Plaza Hell’s Belles Friday, May 24 at 8 p.m.

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12 Moons restaurant at Snoqualmie Casino.

Nestled in a spectacular Northwest setting, the Snoqualmie Casino combines breathtaking views in a sophisticated gaming setting with 55 classic table games, slot machines and a five-table poker room.

The casino also plays host to some of the biggest names in music and comedy, with a much-anticipated summer concert schedule at its breathtaking Mountain View Plaza. See a partial schedule, right.

For the full schedule and tickets, visit the website, www.snocasino.com.

Thursday, July 4 at 7:30 p.m.

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Best in Show with Rickspringfield and Eddie Money Friday, July 5 at 8p.m.

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Montgomery Gentry Saturday, July 6 at 7pm Mountain View Plaza

TESLA Saturday August 31 at 7pm Mountain View Plaza Thunder From Down Under Friday, October 11 at 8pm and Saturday, October 12 at 7pm Snoqualmie Casino Ballroom Jeff Foxworthy Friday, November 22 at 8pm Snoqualmie Casino Ballroom 8PM

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Whoever said that golf was “a good walk spoiled” probably never tried the game here.

The Snoqualmie Valley is home to a number of public and private courses. Play amid spectacular scenery in every city in the Valley.

Mount Si Golf Course is an 18-hole course with consistently good year-round course conditions, wonderful views of Mount Si, and a friendly staff ready to help you relax and let the rest of the world move on its way. Mount Si also provides an excellent restaurant for your after-round meal or if you are just looking for a good place to eat. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner and won’t let you go home hungry! Courtesy Photos

Going to the Greens Fall City Snoqualmie Falls Golf Course 35109 Southeast Fish Hatchery Road Fall City, WA 98024-8601 (425) 441-8049 www.snoqualmiefallsgolf.com This 18-hole course has some of the best conditions in the Valley. Great for all ages, the course is guaranteed to stay green all summer.

Twin Rivers Golf Course 4446 Preston Fall City Road Southeast Fall City, WA 98024-5707 (425) 222-7575 www.twinriversgolfcourse.com

This advanced 18-hole course offers not only a great game, but players will also enjoy its natural surroundings. Postgame, enjoy a great view of Mount Si on the back deck.

Try out the well-maintained fairways and manicured greens. Or sit back and relax at the Blue Heron Bar & Grill.

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Mount Si Golf Course 9010 Boalch Avenue SE Snoqualmie, WA 98065 (425) 391-4926 www.mtsigolf.com

Blue Heron Golf Course 1810 W Snoqualmie River Rd. NE Carnation, WA 98014-8102 (425) 333-5015 http://theblueherongolf.com Formerly the Carnation Golf Course, this iconic local landmark, renovated by avid golfers, provides an enjoyable golfing experience.

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A 27-hole golf course, Mount Si offers the usual 18 holes plus a nine hole pitch-and-putt course.

Players are all ages on this classic woodland golf course, featuring views of Mount Si in

every part of the course. Valley Record readers named it the Best Golf Course in 2017.

Private Clubs The Snoqualmie Valley scenery has also become home to several private golf clubs, such as the Jack Nicklaus-designed PGA course on Snoqualmie Ridge. Learn more about the golf course at www. clubatsnoqualmieridge.com.

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Dog Days Visitors to the Snoqualmie Valley don’t have to leave their canine companions behind. The Valley includes a number of trails that allow leashed dogs to roam with their masters, plus a couple of offleash or dog-friendly parks.

Take your dog on the trail or let them romp at these dog-friendly venues:

Three Forks Dog Park 39912 SE Park Street, Snoqualmie

With an open meadow giving all dogs free range to run and play, Above: The Snoqualmie Valley Pet Food Bank hosts an annual doggie egg hunt at Three Forks Dog Three Forks Off Leash Dog Park, Park. File Photo Below: A dog enjoys the sun in Three Forks Dog Park. Courtesy of the City of Snoqualmie located in the Three Forks Natural Area in Snoqualmie, is both owner- and dog-friendly. There are eight acres of open space for dogs, picnic tables for visitors, water, and access to the Snoqualmie Valley Trail.

Clean-up bags are available.

Iron Horse Trail and State Park 150 Lake Eastern State Park Road, North Bend

Miles of trails await you and your pooch pal at Iron Horse State Park. Clip on the leash and get ready to walk or run in the 1,600-acre park, lined with more than 100 miles of trails built on old railway lines. The former railroad turned public recreation corridor gives visitors the time to enjoy spectacular scenery, bird watching and wildlife.

It is supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization working to build a network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors.

Rattlesnake Lake 19901 Cedar Falls Road SE North Bend

Views, hikes, and a brilliant blue lake are only the beginning at this popular park a short drive from Seattle. Bring leashed four-legged friends on one of the many trails around the lake, or up the steep hike to Rattlesnake Ledge for a panoramic 270-degree view.

Tolt-MacDonald Park 31020 NE 40th Street, Carnation

Don’t leave canine friends behind when you picnic in the 574-acre Tolt-MacDonald Park. Leashed dogs are welcome in the park and on the 500-foot suspension bridge that crosses the Snoqualmie River and provides views of the river and Cascade foothills. For a chance to stretch your legs, follow the trail past the ball fields to Carnation’s home-grown off-leash park, eight acres of fenced-in grass that your dog will love.

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Although it’s growing, Carnation still considers itself a small farming community and farms are a big part of life in the small town. Tractors can be found on Main Street most of the year, but especially during the Great Carnation Fourth of July parade, and opening day of the Carnation Farmers Market (carnationfarmersmarket.org) each spring is much anticipated.

The city is surrounded by farms, including Remlinger (www.remlingerfarms.com), famed for its pies and family activity center and the Carnation Farm, “Home of Contented Cows” decades ago, and community events today (www.carnationfarms.org).

Carnation also features one of the jewels in the King County Parks system, Tolt-MacDonald Park, with tent and RV camping close to town, plus more exotic yurts and container camping across the picturesque wooden footbridge that leads into the hundreds of acres of forested trails.

Across the highway from Tolt-MacDonald Park is another hidden gem, Carnation’s Valley Memorial Park, complete with trees, tennis courts and a skate bowl.

1. Carnation Farmers Market, corner of Bird Street and Stossel Avenue 2. Carnation Fire Department, 3600 Tolt Ave 3. Carnation City Hall/Police Dept., 4621 Tolt Ave 4. Sno Valley Senior Center, 4610 Stephens Ave 5. Valley Memorial Park, 31999 Blanche St 6. Tolt-MacDonald Park, 31493 NE 40th St 7. Tolt Middle School, 3740 Tolt Ave 8. Carnation Library, 4804 Tolt Ave 9. Hockert ‘the Yellow” Park on Stossel Street 10. Hopelink E. Bird Street 11. Americam Legion, E. Bird Street 12. Snoqualmie Valley Community Network, E. Bird Street 13. Tolt Historical Museum at the Carnation Tree Farm in the historical Hjertoos House

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Browse the shops for everything from new tools and wools to vintage cars. Explore the confluence of the Tolt and Snoqualmie Rivers.

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Get to Carnation early on the Fourth, then get out of your car. The city closes the highway for the parade and street festival.

Timber is in July, a family-friendly music festival. Watch for the U-pick farm signs as you drive.

CarNation Block Party Saturday June 22, 9 AM - 10 PM. Movie Night in the Park Sandlot Tuesday August 13 8:00-10:30 PM.

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Pick your pumpkins at any number of local pumpkin farms and do the same for your Christmas trees come December.

The Carnation Tree Farm, with a historic renovated barn, is a popular destination.

Parade of Costumes last Saturday of October 1:30-3 PM begins at Tolt Commons, it is trick or treating downtown with all the businesses

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Life Medieval Volunteers and patrons work together to weave in and out to make a May pole.

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See, hear and taste the way of medieval life at Camlann Medieval Village in Carnation A woman makes and sells flower crowns ($12) in addition to selling hand-made leather pouches and sacks ranging in size and price.

Tucked in a forest off of Carnation’s Kelley Road Northeast, one need only pay a small fee to take a step back in time to the mid-14th century.

Villagers spring to life at Camlann Medieval Village, a living history museum that has weekend festivals once a month.

In addition to seeing life as it was back then, patrons can opt for lunch or an evening meal at the Bors Hede Inne. Guests are treated to English cheeses, fruit or meat or vegetable pottage for lunch and a two-course meal for supper. The dinner dishes include everything from rastons (bread fortified with egg) to roast chicken in dragon’s blood sauce and buttered worts (lightly sautéed greens).

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The village offers unique storytelling and magic shows as well, plenty to keep children interested and entertained. Guests are also welcome to rent medieval clothing for the time they are at the village.

President and founder Roger Shell said part of the reason the village exists is so the community can see where they came from.

“We don’t want to go back to the 14th century, although there’s a lot of good things there, but if we take the good things from there and bring them into our lives, we can improve our lives,” he said. “You can have a garden, you can build your own house, you can have your own business and you can actually talk to people in person.”

Camlann Medieval Village is open from 12-5 p.m. on weekends May through September and is located at 10230-10372 Kelly Road NE in Carnation. Admission is $5 for adults and $10 during festivals.

Discounted admission is available for seniors and children. Children 5 years old and younger are free.

For more information on Camlann Medieval Village, visit www.camlann.org.

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A DAY ON THE FARM Come to the farm, there are plenty to see in the Valley.

Whether you are looking for a u-pick, a they-pick or a CSA program, you will find many choices, plus animals to meet and maybe even feed.

Participants line up for a dance lesson as part of the Tilth Farm Faire at Jubilee Farm.

Produce and local honey are for sale at the farm stand and Soil to Supper members can harvest vegetables any day of the week.

Visit www.upickseattle.com.

First Light Farm

Carnation A six-acre organic farm in Carnation, First Light aims to be a welcoming place where families come to enjoy the beauty of the Valley, learn to harvest their own dinners, or grow their own vegetables.

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Tour the 2.5-acre property, check out the historic barn.

Visit www.baxterbarn.org.

Oxbow Farm

Carnation Oxbow is a 25-acre mixed vegetable, tree fruit and berry farm bordering an oxbow lake, hence the name.

They’ve been farming and running CSA’s for 15 years.

Visit the farm and explore the Children’s Garden. Pick up fresh produce at the farm stand or native plants at the farm’s nursery.

Visit www.oxbow.org.

Jubilee Farm

Carnation Jubilee Farm sits between the Snoqualmie River and one of the most scenic drives in the state, West Snoqualmie River Road. Stop in during the spring or fall harvest tours, or bring the kids to pick out a pumpkin in fall.

Visit www.jubileefarm.org.

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Find yourself in the real ‘Twin Peaks’ As the debut of the new “Twin Peaks” TV series approached last May, fan anticipation reached a fever pitch, 27 years after the show that turned the Snoqualmie Valley into a pop-culture icon of the Pacific Northwest.

The hit show, which has spawned a culture of its own, drives consistent tourism from all over the world to Valley cities every year with an emphasis in the summer for the annual Twin Peaks Festival. But the series isn’t short of fans from within the Valley either.

Twin Peaks is a strange and magical place that lives in the hearts and minds of fans across the world, but you have to believe in Twin Peaks to find it on the map.

The fictional town in the cult television show is a blend of many places in the Snoqualmie Valley, and the greater Seattle area, where the original series was shot.

Yet each Valley town lays claim to its own spot in the Twin Peaks geography.

While Snoqualmie has the iconic Great Northern Hotel (Salish Lodge & Spa), the former site of the Twin Peaks sign and the Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Department (DirtFish Rally School), North Bend is home to the revered Double R Diner (Twede’s Cafe, 137 W North Bend Way, North Bend) still famous for its cherry pie and coffee.

To find The Roadhouse, just go to the Fall City Roadhouse (4200 Preston Fall City Rd, Fall City), a few miles down S.R. 202 from the Great Northern.

Crews change the Twede’s sign for the Twin Peaks series filming in 2015 - Courtesy photo

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Things to do at Snoqualmie Ridge

With a population of more than 13,000 and a third of that under the age of 18, Snoqualmie is a familyfocused community, especially in the newest neighborhoods on Snoqualmie Ridge. The city has been one of the fastest growing communities in the state for two decades, and much of that growth, including two elementary schools, a new library, police and fire stations, hospital and YMCA community center, has occurred on the Ridge.

Center Boulevard is aptly named, with a variety of restaurants, the library, and a huge community park at the end of the street.

Although it’s part of the city of Snoqualmie, the Ridge also celebrates its own identity with a Snoqualmie Valley Block Party, Fourth of July festivities and

Ridge-wide events organized by the Residential Owners Association.

One thing that makes the master-planned neighborhoods here special is the proliferation of parks, more than 35 of them, plus maintained trails, hundreds of acres of open space and access to regional trails and outdoor recreation.

The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge is the official “Home of the Boeing Classic,” the annual PGA Champions Tour. The city also has the distinction of having been named the “Greenest Town in Puget Sound” by PSE for resident participation in the Green Power program and installing solar panels on the Snoqualmie Community Center.

SPRING

Get up early and take the kids fishing at the Snoqualmie Police Department’s annual kids’ fishing derby in early May. Or capitalize on other people’s spring cleaning by shopping for treasures at the Snoqualmie Ridge community wide rummage sale.

FALL

Better than a haunted house, this community event haunts the Snoqualmie Valley Trail. Night on a Dark Trail features dozens of performers in a Halloween show with song-anddance numbers, a true plot, and full production.

SUMMER

Find movies and concerts all summer at Community Park.

Bring the family to the July 4 parade or join the fun at the annual Tanner Jeans Bike Rodeo.

In August, the PGA Champions Tour, makes a stop at the Club at Snoqualmie Ridge.

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aybe it’s the antique pedal cars, the 1950’s charm, or the small-town appeal. There’s something about North Bend Chevrolet that makes it very special. We’re a family-run business. Our mission is to embody the spirit and culture of our automaker, and personify the spirit of excellence in our store. At North Bend Chevrolet, our success is achieved through communication, not confrontation and through motivation. We strive to provide the highest level of service for customers. We provide an uplifting environment in which we can efficiently fulfill the needs of our customers. In short, we strive to be the best without compromise. That means being proud of who we are and what we do “servicing our customers”, and remembering that there are no greater assets to our business than having a positive attitude and a pleasant smile.

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Where to Eat Snoqualmie Attic at the Salish Lodge Pacific Northwest Casual 6501 Railroad Ave SE, Ste 102, Snoqualmie (800)272-5474

The BindleStick Coffee and beer., small menu of wild and wacky (but delicious) paninis 8010 Railroad Ave, Snoqualmie | (425) 888-0259

Caadxi Oaxaca Authentic Mexican Kitchen 8030 Railroad Ave SE, Snoqualmie 425-434-9587

Copperstone Family Spaghetti Restaurant Italian Family Style Dining 8072 Railroad Ave SE, Snoqualmie 425-888-2207

café minee

The Valley has fare to fit every appetite, from upscale fast food to fine dining, plus everything in between.

Snoqualmie Casino The Snoqualmie Casino features a variety of restaurants.

37500 SE North Bend Way, Snoqualmie (425) 888-1234

North Bend

Snoqualmie Falls Brewery and Tap Room

Family Mexican Restaurant 424 Main Ave S, North Bend (425) 888-2048

A brewery and taproom with outstanding beers, seasonal and special brews, pub food.

8032 Falls Ave, Snoqualmie (425) 831-2357 (Taproom)

Snoqualmie Falls Candy Shoppe An old-time candy shop with bulk and specialty candies, an ice cream parlor and café 8102 Railroad Ave SE, Snoqualmie (425) 292-0624

The Black Dog American Cafe & International 8062 Railroad Ave SE, Snoqualmie 425-831-3647

Seattle, fresh bakeries made with quality ingredients, natural flavors and love 8150 Railroad Ave SE Ste B , Snoqualmie (425) 223-9889

Woodman Lodge

Gianfranco Ristorante

Aahaar “an Indian Eatery”

Family owned specializing in Southern Italian 8150 Railroad Ave SE, Snoqualmie 425-888-6621

Salish Lodge & Spa Luxury resort and spa perched atop Snoqualmie Falls 6501 Railroad Avenue SE, Snoqualmie (800) 272-5474

Sigillo Cellars, LLC Local winery’s tasting room, serving a portfolio of Bordeaux and Rhône varietals.

8086 Railroad Ave SE, Snoqualmie (425) 292-0754

Steak restaurant and bar 38601 SE King St, Snoqualmie 425-888-4441 Multi-regional Indian food with a focus on Southern Indian cuisine 7726 Center Blvd SE ste 135, Snoqualmie 425-888-5500

Brunello’s Italian Restaurant Italian Cuisine 7708 Center Blvd SE, Snoqualmie 425-888-6800

Infusion Bar and Grill American Grill & Sports Bar 7727 Center Blvd SE, Snoqualmie 425-292-3576

El Caporal

Il Paesano Ristorante Italiano A taste of Italy in the Valley 113 Bendigo Blvd N, North Bend (425) 831-0099

Little Si Restaurant Burgers, Pizzas and Sandwiches & 6 Big Screens 456 SW Mt Si Blvd Ste C1, North Bend (425) 888-5501

North Bend Bar & Grill Flavorful comfort food with fresh, local ingredients.

145 E. North Bend Way (425) 888-1243

The Iron Duck Public House Big City tastes with a small town feel 101 W North Bend Way, North Bend (425) 292-9146

The Riverbend Cafe Flavorful comfort food with fresh, local ingredients.

14303 436th Ave SE North Bend (425) 888-6600

Wildflower Wine Shop Dedicated to Washington wines, local, organic food 112 W 2nd Street, North Bend (425) 292-0647

Fall City The Roadhouse Restaurant & Inn Award-winning restaurant featuring fresh regional dishes, topped off by a small hotel.

4200 Preston Fall City Road SE, Fall City (425) 222-4800

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Wine Country The Snoqualmie Valley is not just a great place for beer, but for wine as well. Unique and stylish wineries are part of the Valley’s identity thanks to the efforts of Sigillo Cellars and Mount Si Winery in Snoqualmie, Convergence Zone Cellars and Pearl and Stone Wine Co in North Bend and William Grassie Wine Estates in Fall City.

Top: An employee bottles wine at Sigillo Cellars in Snoqualmie. Right: “Love Wine!

Love Local!” at William Grassie Wine Estates in Fall City. Below: Pearl and Stone Wine Co. in North Bend. Bottom: Mount Si Winery in Snoqualmie.

With grapes grown in eastern Washington, Sigillo Cellars on Railroad Avenue, Snoqualmie, serves award-winning wines made just a few blocks away. Visit www.sigillocellars.com.

At Mount Si Winery, artisan wine makers produce ultrapremium, micro-production commercial wines of fewer than 1,200 cases a year. Visit www.mtsiwinery.com.

Family-owned and operated Convergence Zone Cellars use grapes for their wines from some of Washington’s best vineyards in the Red Mountain, Snipes Mountain, Wahluke Slope, Horse Heaven Hills and Columbia Valley areas. Scott Greenberg, vints and blends the grapes into award-winning, small production, premium quality wines.

Visit www.czcellars.com.

Pearl and Stone Wine Co was born from the art of teaching, the joy of learning and the love of wine. The winery is a partnership of three families, deeply rooted in the Snoqualmie Valley, and brought together by three women with a commitment to quality elementary education.

Visit www.pearlandstonewine.com.

William Grassie Wine Estates is an intimate winery committed to producing premier Bordeaux style wines. Winemaker Bill Grassie’s passion for gardening led him to plant a vineyard on a bare patch of ground at his new property, which accelerated his efforts to become a winemaker. Visit www.wmgrassiewines.com.

WINERIES Convergence Zone Cellars 10808 428th Ave. SE, North Bend Scott Greenberg (425) 233-5638 www.czcellars.com

Pearl and Stone Wine Co. 43015 SE 114th Street, North Bend Rob Wesorick (425) 395-4011 www.pearlandstonewine.com

William Grassie Wine Estates 35922 SE 46th St, Fall City William Grassie (425) 974-5808 www.wmgrassiewines.com

Sigillo Cellars, LLC 8086 Railroad Ave SE, Snoqualmie Mike Seal (425) 292-0754 www.sigillocellars.com

Mount Si Winery 8463 Maple Ave SE, Snoqualmie Tami Agnew (206) 992-6033 www.mountswinery.com

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Breweries

The Snoqualmie Valley is home to three local breweries, Snoqualmie Falls Brewery and Taproom, making handcrafted brews in downtown Snoqualmie since 1997, Dru Bru, open year round with a wide variety of styles in an adjoining 15 barrel brewhouse, and No Boat Brewing Company, in Snoqualmie Ridge, with a kid-and-dog friendly dining room.

Snoqualmie Falls Brewing Company, 8032 Falls Ave. S.E., brews seven outstanding beers, plus a rotating selection of seasonal and special brews, including spruce tip, squash, molasses stout, cocoa pumpkin and fresh hop beer, using hops grown and harvested right here in Snoqualmie. Depending on the hop harvest last fall, the taproom also serves a local specialty, Meadowbrook Farm Ale, made from wild hops grown at historic Meadowbrook Farm. Their signature root beer is always on tap.

The restaurant is open seven days week for lunch and dinner.

Call the Taproom at (425) 831-2357; www.fallsbrew.com.

A Snoqualmie Pass favorite, Dru Bru’s beers are German inspired and uniquely sessionable – designed to showcase deep flavors in an approachable package. All ages are welcome.

Open seven days a week hours and additional information available at: (425) 434-0700 or www.drubru.com.

No Boat, perched in the Snoqualmie Ridge business park, also features six “flagship” beers, including the musically inspired Snoqualmie Maybe pale ale, plus six seasonal taps, a cider, and for the under-age crowd, root beer from Snoqualmie Falls Brewing Company.

Open Wednesday through Sunday, the brewery, located at 35214 SE Center St., Snoqualmie, hosts a variety of food trucks.

Find the schedule at http://noboatbrewing.com/#beer-and-food

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“ At the heart of what we do is a belief that beer brings people together and Snoqualmie Pass provides the perfect setting to do just that. It’s a special place and we’re proud to be part of the community.

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- DRU ERNST HEAD BREWER

10 PASS LIFE WAY # 3 SNOQUALMIE PASS, WA 98068 • 425.434.0700 • DRUBRU.COM

SNOQUALMIE FALLS BREWING COMPANY Making High Quality Fresh Beer Since 1997

Our taproom and patio provide a fun, family friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy the finest beers, burgers & fries, phenomenal pizzas, our handcrafted root beer, and a menu just for the kids.

We are Family Friendly!

MON - THURS NOON - 9PM FRI & SAT 11AM - 10PM SUN 11AM - 9PM

8032 Falls Ave. SE, Snoqualmie 425.831.2357 • www.fallsbrew.com

Because life is too short to drink average beer!

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