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The Everett City Council will be voting next week on a new Illegal Graffiti on Public and Private Property Ordinance, which creates a civil infraction against a graffiti tagger for the unauthorized application of illegal graffiti. The City of Everett spends around $75,000 a year cleaning up graffiti, but the cost to the homes and […]

Saturday, August 9th APEX Everett is celebrating their Grand Opening of El Sid — the newest destinations for live music, nightlife, cocktails, and immersive art experiences in downtown Everett, WA. El Sid is a Punk Era-Inspired cocktail lounge to compliment the concert venue and restaurant already at APEX. The name comes from Sid Vicious who […]

One of my favorite public art installations is the “Everett Street Tunes,” where artistically decorated pianos are scattered around town. Brave experienced and inexperienced pianists can sit down and put on a public showing. The Street Tunes tradition started back in 2010, missed a few years due to Covid, and is now back, celebrating its […]

Calling all art lovers, bargain hunters, and creative souls! Schack Art Center is thrilled to announce its upcoming Artists’ Garage Sale, a lively one day only event where the community can explore and purchase original art, art supplies, and gently loved materials directly from local artists. This isn’t your typical garage sale—it’s a celebration of […]

Every year the Everett Cultural Arts Commission and Mayor select individuals and organizations for awards. The 2024 award recipients have been selected and the winners include former My Everett News publisher, Leland Dart and former City Council Chair Brenda Stonecipher. There will be an event on Thursday, April 10, 2025 to celebrate their achievements. Here’s […]

On Sunday, new colorful street pole signs were installed to welcome visitors and residents into the city on Hewitt and Broadway. On one side they say “Everett,” and on the other they say “Welcome.” In smaller print, they say “Everett Station District Alliance.” There are now over 60 banners lining Broadway and Hewitt from the […]

Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) is inviting high school-aged students who live in Washington’s Second Congressional District to showcase their artistic talents in the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. All art entries must be original in concept, design and execution. Art submissions and forms are due to Larsen’s office no later than Monday, April 14, at 5:00 […]

Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens is about to undergo a vibrant transformation as it plays host to “Color Storm,” an exhilarating yarn bombing event set to inject color and creativity throughout the landscape. This event was first offered in 2024 and is organized by Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens and Great Yarns of Everett. This year’s event […]

Calling all artists and entrepreneurs in the Everett area. Creative Stylez is hosting an event at the Apex Art & Culture Center that may be of interest. This event is to showcase and highlight different artists, entrepreneurs, and business owners to network. Based off the initial confirmed attendees, you’ll meet various creators of diverse forms […]

The Schack Art Center  is celebrating its 50th anniversary this weekend. Most people in Everett became familiar with the Schack Art Center when it held a grand opening in 2011, but the organization’s roots go much further back. It all started as the “Arts Council of Snohomish County,” a non-profit started in 1974 by local […]