Gentle Snark
Band of Horses and Carissa's Wierd alumni Mat Brooke has a new band, Grand Archives. Their music is every bit as dreamy as that of Brooke's former bands, with chiming guitars and lush beds of harmony vocals. Every track is as finely crafted as a grandfather clock.
By Geoff Carter | February 15, 2008
Convergence Zone
How does your garden grow? Chances are it'll grow even better once you've picked up some tips from this five-day expo (Feb. 20-24) at the Washington State Convention and Trade Center.
By Neal Schindler | February 15, 2008
Little Kids, Big City
Sales at Mon Petit Shoe and On the Way Maternity offer great deals on cute stuff for mamas and kids, while news of the Children's Safe Product Act excites and concerns local toy stores.
By Lilium Pierson | February 15, 2008
Gentle Snark
This Presidents' Day weekend brings with it a particularly sad farewell: Sonic Boom's Fremont location is closing forever. The beloved record store has survived an earthquake and zombie invasion, but its time has come.
By Geoff Carter | February 15, 2008
Convergence Zone
Independently owned spa and boutique Spa Scotta has left University Village, but they haven't gone far. Their new digs can be found at the nearby Northcut Landing, just across the street from the open-air mall. According to owner Jessica Campbell, it was important to keep the spa in the same neighborhood, easing the transition for clientele.
By Natalie Broulette | February 15, 2008
Gentle Snark
If you missed the band on its 2007 standing-room-only visit to KeyArena, take heart: The Police are playing the Gorge July 12, 2008, with special guests Elvis Costello and the Impostors.
By Geoff Carter | February 15, 2008
Daily Find
When I first heard the name of Rocco e Dante, a new line of handbags from local designer and Washington state native Tara Sauvage, it conjured up visions of virile Italian men.
By Natalie Bow | February 15, 2008
