425 Magazine

425 is a magazine dedicated to the Eastside community. It highlights local living and provides a plethora of ideas and resources for gardening, design, creativity, and construction, all tailored to fit our lifestyles and homes. Recent developments have showcased the Eastside as one of the most livable places in the country, reinforcing what residents have always known: living in this community is a true privilege. In recent years, the area has seen significant growth as more people discover its beauty in the Northwest. Our goal is to inspire and educate our readers about the various options, experts, and resources available both on the Eastside and beyond. 425 is published bi-monthly and features high-quality, full-color content. You can find it at bookstores, grocery stores, drugstores, premium garden centers, and some of the best hotels in the region.

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Survey: Bainbridge Island, Gig Harbor Among Top Washington Spots for a ‘Micro-Retirement'

2 days ago | 425magazine.com | Antoinette Alexander

According to a survey by global outplacement and career-development firmCareerminds, four locations in Washington ranked among the best in the country to “micro-retire.”"Micro-retirement isn’t about quitting," said Raymond Lee, president of Careerminds, in a press statement. "It’s about taking the space to reimagine what life could look like — before burnout forces the issue.
Applications for Bellevue Essentials' Fall Course Now Open

2 days ago | 425magazine.com | Antoinette Alexander

Are you interested in a behind-the-scenes look at city government and how the city of Bellevue makes municipal decisions? If so, applications are now being accepted for its 10-week civic-engagement course. Now through July 23, the city of Bellevue is taking in applications for Bellevue Essentials, whose fall session runs from Sept. 10-Nov. 12.
Classic Yacht Association to Hold Annual Father’s Day Weekend Rendezvous

2 days ago | 425magazine.com | Antoinette Alexander

The Classic Yacht Association has announced that it will host its 28th Annual Father’s Day Weekend Rendezvous at Bell Harbor Marina on Seattle’s waterfront on Father’s Day weekend. The free event goes from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on June 14-15. This year’s celebration will feature 45 privately owned classic wooden yachts built between 1926-1970, and will highlight several classic yachts that served in World War II.
Into the Rainbow House

3 days ago | 425magazine.com | Joanna Kresge

From the outside, Marita White’s 1,000-square-foot bungalow looks conventionally charming. It sits unassumingly on an Eastside street, dotted with a hodgepodge of historic homes, mid-century abodes, and ultra-modern construction. But once you walk inside, you might feel an infusion of instant joy and a sense of what can only be described as magic.
Know Before You Go: The Gorge Amphitheatre

4 days ago | 425magazine.com | Hailee Wickersham

The week leading up to any trip can be fraught with anxieties about packing and what the coming days have in store. This can be especially true for Pacific Northwestern audiophiles making the trek to the Gorge Amphitheatre in Quincy. Last summer’s inaugural road trip east to the venue wasn’t any different for my partner and me — we felt wholly unprepared for what we might encounter and found ourselves second-guessing our packing choices as we pulled out of our Renton driveway.
5 Art Exhibits to Check Out

4 days ago | 425magazine.com | Hailee Wickersham

There are so many arts-related events happening on the Eastside and beyond this summer that it can be overwhelming to pick which ones to devote time to. To help streamline the process, we compiled some lists of some hot goings-on to keep your eye out for in our latest issue. Read on for area art exhibits worth perusing; head here for some theatrical recommendations.
New Wellness and Skin Care Spa to Host Grand Opening in Bellevue

1 week ago | 425magazine.com | Hailee Wickersham

European-inspired skin care and medical spa Count Viktorya Wellness & Skincare, a new spot to be pampered on the Eastside, will be hosting the grand opening of its newly expanded location in downtown Bellevue on June 1. After outgrowing the previous location, founder Viktorya Dadyan began seeking out a new space that could accommodate the business’s growth and allow room for an expanded service menu, a press release noted.
Fashion in Bloom: Nordstrom and Giambattista Valli Wow at SAM

1 week ago | 425magazine.com | Andrew Hoge

On Tuesday, the Pacific Northwest style set gathered at the Seattle Art Museum for one of the region’s most anticipated spring soirées: "Spring Into Art," hosted by Seattle Art Museum Supporters. This year’s event offered an engaging cultural double feature — an after-hours peek at "Ai, Rebel," the museum’s powerful new exhibit on China-born artist and activist Ai Weiwei, followed by a show-stopping fashion presentation of Giambattista Valli’s Fall 2025 collection, in the museum’s Brotman Forum.
Tiger Mountain Summit Trailhead Closing for Renovations This Summer

1 week ago | 425magazine.com | Hailee Wickersham

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources announced this week that the parking lot at Issaquah's Tiger Mountain Summit Trailhead will be receiving a long-awaited renovation and expansion. While the trail system will remain open, the trailhead closure from June 9-Nov. 1 will impact access. Visitors are encouraged to find alternative options nearby, a release noted.
Registration Opens for Lynnwood’s Small Business Basics Workshop Series

1 week ago | 425magazine.com | Antoinette Alexander

The city of Lynnwood has announced it's hosting the second Small Business Basics Workshop Series on June 10 at the Lynnwood Library. During the event, held from 10-11:30 a.m., business leaders and entrepreneurs will learn how to customize their marketing strategy and can connect with service providers and resources. Business-development coaches from Business Impact NW, Ventures, and the Small Business Development Center will be on hand. To register, visitthe Marketing Strategy Studio website.