Hailee Wickersham

Bellevue

Staff Writer at 425 Magazine

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Articles

How Seldens' Olympia Showroom is Celebrating Regional Women Artists

1 week ago | southsoundmag.com | Hailee Wickersham

Seldens Designer Home Furnishings is partnering with the Women Painters of Washington to spotlight the work of several women artists from across the region in the furniture outlet's Artistry of the Pacific Northwest event. The showcase will include 16 artists and will take place from 1-5 p.m. on June 21 at the Seldens Olympia showroom on Legion Way.
Hermona Girmay and Ocean Ramos' Forever Connection

1 week ago | southsoundbiz.com | Hailee Wickersham

There’s something about mentor/mentee relationships between women that often appears to transcend other mentorship dynamics. To learn more about what makes these pairings so unique, we sat down with three South Sound duos of varying ages and across several industries to see what makes their connections so special. Conversations have been edited for length and clarity; get to know the third twosome below.
How the Pike Place Market Foundation's Sunset Supper is Celebrating Community

2 weeks ago | 425magazine.com | Hailee Wickersham

Pike Place Market Foundation is soon hosting its 29th annual Sunset Supper, a summer event that encourages guests to gather, dine, and support local community services while overlooking the Puget Sound. The Sunset Supper starts at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 15 and will feature bites and beverages from more than 100 regional eateries, wineries, breweries, and distilleries, including well-known brands such as Beecher’s Handmade Cheese, Ivar’s, Schilling Cider, Georgetown Brewing, and more.
Purpose Boutique Launches Premium Label and Men’s Pop-Ups

2 weeks ago | 425magazine.com | Hailee Wickersham

Purpose, a mission-driven boutique with locations across the greater Seattle Area, recently launched two new pop-up shops at its Totem Lake location. The duo of concepts are Purpose Men and Sincere by Purpose, both located a few steps away from the primary Purpose Boutique location at The Village at Totem Lake.
The Real Scoop on Real ID in Washington

2 weeks ago | 425business.com | Hailee Wickersham

On May 7, Congress' Real ID Act went into effect 20 years after its passing in 2005 - reestablishing minimum security standards for state-issued driver's licenses and identification cards. Perhaps the most notable condition to come from the act requires anyone who is traveling by airplane or visiting certain federal facilities like U.S. border crossings or secure federal buildings to have a form of identification approved under the Real ID Act.
The Real Scoop on Real ID in Washington

2 weeks ago | 425magazine.com | Hailee Wickersham

On May 7, Congress’ Real ID Act went into effect 20 years after its passing in 2005 — reestablishing minimum-security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards. Perhaps the most notable condition to come from the act requires anyone who is traveling by airplane or visiting certain federal facilities like U.S. border crossings or secure federal buildings to have a form of identification approved under the Real ID Act.
Lessons from a Leader: Anne Hess

2 weeks ago | 425business.com | Hailee Wickersham

Kirkland Downtown Association 's recently retired executive director, Anne Hess, has a long-standing appreciation for her city and the people in it. Originally from Oklahoma City, Hess discovered a love for Northwest scenery, which began after she went to college in Colorado. She then landed in Washington in 1977 and graduated with her bachelor's degree in visual communications from Western Washington University in 1982. " ... I found a place that truly felt like home," Hess said.
What to Know About Lake Sammamish State Park’s Newest Restoration Project

2 weeks ago | 425magazine.com | Hailee Wickersham

Lake Sammamish State Park, one of Washington's most popular state parks, today began a restoration project seeking to rehabilitate Issaquah Creek, a local salmon habitat. The 512-acre park sees more than 2 million visitors annually. As part of the project, guests of the park should expect intermittent closures between June 9 and mid-September on the Issaquah Creek Trail, Boat Launch Trail, and Homestead Trail.
Pierce County Nationally Recognized for Affordable Solar-Energy Efforts

2 weeks ago | southsoundmag.com | Hailee Wickersham

Pierce County announced recently that it received a silver designation from the national SolSmart program for its efforts to encourage affordable solar-energy options at the local level. SolSmart is a recognition and technical-assistance program led by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council and the International City/County Management Association and is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies office.
Where Local Art Meets Locomotives: North Bend's Art Off the Rails

3 weeks ago | 425magazine.com | Hailee Wickersham

North Bend Art and Industry has teamed up with the Northwest Train Museum and Snoqualmie Arts Commission to host Art Off the Rails, a North Bend arts festival. The summertime event will take place at William Henry Taylor Park at the North Bend Depot from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on June 21. Attendees can enjoy live music, try out various food trucks, explore art from more than 50 artists, and contribute to a community art project by hopping on the train. Find more information about the festival here.