PHOTOS: Scenes from on board a Des Moines Yacht Club Christmas Boat

John Unbehend sent us the following photos, which depict a different view of the annual Christmas Boat Parade – from on board: “We were lucky to be invited on the cruise by Steve and Diane Sewell... [Read more]

Boeing Employees Choir’s Music4Life Concert is this Friday night, Dec. 6

The Boeing Employees Choir will be featured at a special holiday concert this Friday evening, Dec. 6 in Burien. The free public event is a benefit for the Highline Music4Life™ program and is sponsored... [Read more]

Normandy Christian Church’s ‘Drive-Thru Christmas’ will be Dec. 14–15

Normandy Christian Church’s annual Drive-Thru Christmas Story will be Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 14 – 15, from 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. This is a fun, classic (especially if you appreciate American... [Read more]

SLIDESHOWS: Air Force One lands at (and leaves) Sea-Tac Airport

President Obama arrived at Sea-Tac Airport on Sunday, Nov. 24 to take part in two fundraisers, and Photographer Francis Zera was on hand to take these photos as Air Force One touched down after passing... [Read more]

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: R & R.

by Dave Markwell Yeah, I know…the “R & R” thing likely conjured up some warm visions of sun and sand and perhaps an umbrella drink in your hand. Sorry to disappoint. “R & R” for my purposes... [Read more]

Advertiser Powell Renovations holding Kitchen Open House Sunday

From Advertiser and friend of the blog Powell Renovations: “Readers of The Waterland Blog are invited to attend our Remodeled Kitchen Open House this Sunday, November 17th, from 2pm to 5pm. Come by and... [Read more]

Des Moines Auxiliary of Seattle Children’s Holiday Bazaar will be Nov. 22-23

The Des Moines Auxiliary of Seattle Children’s Hospital will be holding its 24th annual Holiday Bazaar from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Nov 22nd and 23rd, 2013, Friday and Saturday at the Des Moines United... [Read more]

St. Philomena Church will be holding its annual Holiday Bazaar on Nov. 23

St. Philomena Church in Des Moines will be holding its annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Over 40 quality crafters, featuring a wide variety of gifts plus tasty food offered... [Read more]

2014 Des Moines Arts Commission Positions Available

The City of Des Moines has openings on its Arts Commission (DMAC) with open positions starting January 1, 2014. Commission members are appointed by the Mayor and serve for a 3-year term. The deadline for... [Read more]

Wanolitto’s 2013 Des Moines Farmers Market wrap-up

The traditional season’s last day Chili Cook-Off of the Des Moines Waterfront Market was a huge success, thanks in part to the wonderful volunteer groups, who all will share in the proceeds: The Market... [Read more]

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Hiatus.

by Dave Markwell I have been on a hiatus for a little while. I have checked out. This hiatus has involved many elements of my life. While on my little break, I have not taken great care of myself. I have... [Read more]

Breeders Theater returns with ‘Blood Pudding’ at Beach Park Auditorium

South King County’s funniest live theater group returns from the dead with the Halloween-themed production of ‘Blood Pudding,’ which opened Friday night (Oct. 25) at Beach Park Auditorium. The... [Read more]

Wanolitto’s Musings for the final day of the 2013 Des Moines Farmers Market

This is it, the last day of the 2013 market season! And, oh what a day it will be. It’s our 7th Annual Chili Cook-Off where competing teams try to win your taste buds over. The Cook-Off is family friendly... [Read more]

Free Art Walk in Des Moines this Saturday

Join fellow art-lovers this Saturday, Oct. 26, for a FREE Art Walk to enjoy the Public Art of Des Moines! Meet at the entrance to the Des Moines Library (21620 11th Avenue South), at 10 a.m. to have... [Read more]

SAVE THE DATE: Test screenings of ‘The Maury Island Incident’ will be Nov. 2!

We’re almost done with the locally-shot and produced short indie film “The Maury Island Incident,” and we’re inviting everyone to come to our first FREE test screenings of it Saturday... [Read more]

Wanolitto’s Musings for this Saturday’s Des Moines Farmers Market

You can really tell that the year is winding down and the weather affects vendor’s participation – we had several that were scheduled; but couldn’t make it.    There still are some of my cookbooks... [Read more]

Wine Tasting will benefit Beach Park Historic District at ‘Blood Pudding’

A Wine Tasting will benefit Beach Park Historic District at Breeders Theater’s Performances, beginning Oct. 25. “Wine tastings and hors d’oeuvres sponsored by the Des Moines Legacy Foundation... [Read more]

VIDEO: The first trailer for ‘The Maury Island Incident’ has been released

The first trailer for the locally-produced short film “The Maury Island Incident” has been released: The film is based on the true story – taken directly from declassified FBI documents... [Read more]