It’s Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Here in Issaquah, this national observance reminds us to recognize the people who have enriched our history and continue to contribute to our success as a community.
Cautious Optimism: Hope (or Yearning?)“Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” -- Helen Keller. Slowly, but inevitably, we are emerging from tight COVID restrictions – if we stick to mandates. My fingers are still crossed. COVID has a mind of its own. I am cautiously happy that performing arts are coming back [...]
Downtown Issaquah is beautiful all times of the year, but I particularly love when the flowers start to bloom. Already the daffodils are peeking out and the trails are peppered with new life. So, I say phooey to Punxsutawney Phil: Spring is well on its way, and it is almost [...]
✨Lights Lifted; Spirits Undimmed Someone took our lights. More specifically, they lifted the electrical box and extension cord powering our brilliant, cheery lights in Downtown Issaquah Centennial Park and in front of Chicago Pastrami, presumably for money. First, I was disheartened. Then, I do what I usually do. I go [...]
Issaquah's Holiday?Spirit If you haven’t strolled down Front Street with Santa, Grinch, and Krampus before, you don’t know what you’ve been missing. (I didn’t know what a Krampus was, either. Something about a horned goat-demon who punishes children who misbehave. This one was a gentle, playful soul. The kids didn’t flinch). [...]
