october

All the fall fun is here — take advantage of these beautiful days while you can!

Fall is the perfect time for planting with warm soil temps and an upcoming season of consistent rainfall. Find out about all the plant sales and garden tours on the Elizabeth C. Miller calendar of events , an invaluable resource for every gardener.

Looking for the perfect fall field trip? Grab a pal and head to the Skagit Valley! Find the most exquisite pumpkins and gourds you’ll ever lay eyes on at Gordon Skagit Farms, stop at the Bitters Barn for Joe Max Emminger’s show upstairs in the barn (thru October 14th Thursdays - Sundays), continue north on Best Road to Bow/Edison to find some beauty at Hedgerow, have a grilled cheese and glass of wine at Slough Food, pop into the shops and stop at farm stands before heading back to Seattle via Chuckanut Drive with a visit to Taylor Shellfish and some oysters on the water. HEAVEN.

Lark alumni dinner October 19th To celebrate their 20th anniversary, Lark is gathering their talented alumni for a series of dinners. Don’t miss Ben Campbell (of Ben’s Bread) and Mitch Mayers (of Sawyer) for a most memorable evening of fine dining.

Molly Shannon October 21st at the Moore, tickets still available for this national treasure.

There are few places more stunning than the Kubota Garden in autumn - sign up for fall color tour weekends in October, While you’re in the neighborhood, be sure to grab breakfast or lunch at the fantastic Red Wing Cafe and drop in re.evolucion next door for a treasure to bring home.

This fall, Seattle is lucky to be home to two magnificent outdoor public art installations. Danish artist, Thomas Dambo and volunteers have built a collection of trolls using recycled materials throughout Western Washington. Go on a troll hunt to find all five! While leaf peeping in the Arboretum, don’t miss John Grade’s “Union'“ , an installation representing the cell structure of the iconic western red cedar. Gratitude to both artists for creating work that inspires wonder and encourages everyone to get outside and connect with nature.

October is a month of mystery and marvel, find it at Orcas Paley’s “Five” running October 13 - 29, a collection from a pentagram of artists that is sure to enthrall.

Razor clamming season is here with dates* scheduled through December!! Nighttime low tides mean digging for clams by lantern and moonlight, we’re talking a true adventure. Make a weekend of it with a stay at the charming (and haunted) Tokeland Hotel — razor clam dates noted on their calendar. *scheduled dates are tentative until approved by WDFW after testing the week prior.

PSMS Wild Mushroom show October 28th and 29th at Shoreline Community College, Everything you ever wanted to know about the fungi world under one roof!

Take a master class in grit and determination on the Cedar River Salmon Journey throughout the month of October.

Get your tickets now for an epic 80’s singalong with Choir! Choir! Choir! November 8th at Washington Hall. Trust us, the BEST.