If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, Puget Sound area grocery stores offer prepared Thanksgiving dinner to go. The deli and catering department at your local grocery store are experts at preparing holiday favorites with Northwest style and flair. Pre-order a turkey dinner from local grocery … [Read more...] about Affordable Thanksgiving turkey dinner to go 2019
Living in Seattle
Best discount grocery stores and bakery outlets
Here’s our list of the best discount grocery stores, bargain warehouse stores, specialty discount grocers, and bakery outlets in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region. Notice that we focus on Pacific Northwest owned companies. So, that’s why we’ve left out some stores usually recommended for grocery shopping on … [Read more...] about Best discount grocery stores and bakery outlets
Crisis Centers and Suicide Hot Lines
Find resources for yourself or others experiencing emotional, housing, or financial crisis. The following crisis centers and phone call help lines in Washington State or across the country can provide support and access to resources for individuals, teens, families, and their loved ones who want to … [Read more...] about Crisis Centers and Suicide Hot Lines
Get emergency alerts in the Puget Sound region
There are several emergency notification systems in the greater Seattle metropolitan area and throughout the Puget Sound region that can communicate with residents during emergencies. These systems are used to send alerts to the public, as well as to first responders and other government employees during emergencies, … [Read more...] about Get emergency alerts in the Puget Sound region
Free repair of your broken stuff around Puget Sound
Got broken stuff? Are you favorite jeans torn? At "repair cafes", you can bring broken household items or torn clothing for repair, such as small furniture, small appliances, and electronics. During the event, an experienced all-purpose fixer or sewer will work on your item, or help you learn to repair your broken … [Read more...] about Free repair of your broken stuff around Puget Sound
Free, safe disposal of unwanted medications in Washington state
Protect your family and our environment from a common cause of accidents by safely disposing of medications you no longer use or need. Safely getting rid of unwanted medicines is an important part of being safe at home. National Prescription Drug Take Back Day happens every October. The event aims to provide a … [Read more...] about Free, safe disposal of unwanted medications in Washington state
Grocery list + easy recipes for college students
The following list of groceries are foods that are widely available and easy to use with little or no preparation before cooking. They are also some of the more nutritious and inexpensive foods you can buy. You and your brain need to stay fueled and sharp to make the most of your day. So, we focused on delicious and … [Read more...] about Grocery list + easy recipes for college students
Free Small Business Fair in Renton
Washington Small Business Fair (Biz Fair) is an free annual event for new and existing small business owners. Biz Fair is the longest running all government and non-profit-run small business fair in Washington State. The purpose of the fair is to provide a wide spectrum of information that small business owners … [Read more...] about Free Small Business Fair in Renton
How to save money on college textbooks
We've researched various ways to save money on college textbooks, including tips for getting the best price on new and used books, buying digital ebooks or renting textbooks, plus a few other tricks. Tips for maximizing your book buying (and returning) dollars Here are some general guidelines for saving money when … [Read more...] about How to save money on college textbooks
Emergency Preparedness information & classes
Bookmark this page for quick access to resources for emergency preparedness in Seattle and the Puget Sound region. These resources can help you get prepared before an emergency occurs and after disaster strikes. This emergency preparedness information includes links to local and national emergency preparedness … [Read more...] about Emergency Preparedness information & classes
Find a farmers market in the Puget Sound region
Washington State farmers markets provide a diversity of fresh produce, including fruits. vegetables, herbs, and flowers (edible and otherwise). You can also find other locally grown products, including meats, poultry, fish and shellfish, eggs, and a wide variety of value added-farm products such as preserves, ciders … [Read more...] about Find a farmers market in the Puget Sound region
Month-by-month u-pick crops around Puget Sound
Here’s our list of popular u-pick crops and when to pick them around the Puget Sound region. In addition, we provide links to a list of farms for each u-pick crop. If you are originally from the southeast or southwest United States, you will find the growing seasons in Washington State to be later than what … [Read more...] about Month-by-month u-pick crops around Puget Sound
Free online grilling cookbook and videos from Sunset Magazine
In this free online grilling cookbook from Sunset Magazine, you can find plenty of grilling ideas and over 100 recipes for juicy grilled chicken, meats, fish, shellfish, veggies, and more. You can watch videos featuring Food Network star Tyler Florence and get this star chef's secrets to succulent burgers, … [Read more...] about Free online grilling cookbook and videos from Sunset Magazine
Home gardening resources and plant sales
Gardening in the Puget Sound region gets the advantage of rich volcanic soils, abundant rain, and year-round temperate weather. However, Northwest gardeners also face several challenges: a shortage of sunny days, a growing season that starts later than other parts of the country, and understanding the microclimate … [Read more...] about Home gardening resources and plant sales
Where to get a flu shot in the Puget Sound region
Everyone over 6 months of age should consider the annual flu vaccine to keep from getting and spreading the flu. Influenza spreads readily from person to person in schools, workplaces and homes. People should get vaccinated in fall, as soon as the vaccine is available from their healthcare provider or … [Read more...] about Where to get a flu shot in the Puget Sound region
