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Sunny Lake Washington Bike Ride

Kevin Freitas — Sat, 12 May 2012 19:37:00 -0700

After our usual weekend breakfast at Geraldine's and a stop at the Orcas School plant sale Connie and I headed out for a ride. Our route took us through a couple parks from Columbia City down to the waterfront road along Lake Washington. More »

Frost Park Chalk Off Season 5, Episode 6

Kevin Freitas — Fri, 11 May 2012 13:54:00 -0700

A stunning 6th week straight of sunshine and some truly whimsical pieces out at Frost Park today. Vote for your favorite and see everyone next week! More »

Birds, Skimboarding, Gardening & Such in Tokeland

Kevin Freitas — Mon, 07 May 2012 19:19:00 -0700

Post-Under House Crawling, Hijinks of Tom the Cat

Kevin Freitas — Sun, 06 May 2012 20:17:00 -0700

Westport Winery, Tokeland Fire Pit Rebuild

Kevin Freitas — Sat, 05 May 2012 21:03:00 -0700

Tall Drink of Porter

Kevin Freitas — Fri, 04 May 2012 18:45:00 -0700

Wingman Brewers P-51 Porter. Brilliantly dark and malty with a stunning color. More »

Frost Park Chalk Off Season 5, Episode 5

Kevin Freitas — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:44:00 -0700

5th straight week of no rain and the chalk was a-flyin' with artists hoping to win $50 to Comic Book Ink. Vote for your favorite by midnight tonight and tell you friends. More »

Mostly Andrea

Kevin Freitas — Fri, 04 May 2012 07:07:00 -0700

Most people know Andrea Trenbeath from her winning work at Tacoma's Friday Frost Park Chalk Off's or from her paintings that show up in galleries and shows around town. Last night I had the chance to see her working on a couple new pieces in her studio. More »

Frost Park Chalk Off Season 5, Episode 4

Kevin Freitas — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:26:00 -0700

'Twas a lovely day for chalking for a great prize of 4 box seat tickets to an upcoming Rainier's baseball game. Huge thanks to Korsmo Construction for that and to the chalkers for all their awesome work! More »

Rain and Rocks Derail Link Train

Kevin Freitas — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:19:00 -0700

A rain squall of pretty epic proportions passed right over the top of downtown Tacoma about 5:30 tonight. I watched it come down from inside my dry apartment happy I'd made it home after walking from work thankful I wasn't stuck out in it. More »

2012 King's Books Wayzgoose

Kevin Freitas — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 07:29:00 -0700

Wingman Brewers Dome District Grand Opening

Kevin Freitas — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 21:01:00 -0700

On a crystal clear, warm Northwest day like this what's a couple to do other than go for a long walk and drink beer? That's what Connie and I did the latter half of today. More »

Frost Park Chalk Off Season 5, Episode 3

Kevin Freitas — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:35:00 -0700

The soggy rain pelting this area over the last few days halted mere hours before noon today and made for a perfect time. Not too hot, not too cold, but just right! More »

Hilltop Artists' Glass at the Seymour Conservatory

Kevin Freitas — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 21:48:00 -0700

Glass art in a glass enclosed jungle. Perfect. More »

Frost Park Chalk Off Season 5, Episode 2

Kevin Freitas — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:39:00 -0700

Yay for a stunning day for chalk art and for The Red Hot for sponsoring with a $25.30 (get it? 253? More »

Social Media Club Tacoma: Food Blogging

Kevin Freitas — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 20:42:00 -0700

Just got back from a great SMC Tacoma meet-up all about food blogging! The panelists are local bloggers who shared their insights, experiences, and tips with a great crowd eager to take it all in. More »

2012 Yeaster Measter Easter Meaties

Kevin Freitas — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 20:58:00 -0700

That's a bit of a mouthful but, yes, this year's Easter Sunday Measter Meaties over at the Stowe's had a bread focus (hence the Measter and slogan "He is risen." Connie and I went all out and created some razor clam po'boy sliders which she knocked out of the park with an incredible roaster garlic bacon butter for the bread (our grilled component) and a ramulade to add some zest on top of the fried clams. Among the always stiff competition we eeked out a 13 to 12 win over a ham that, though incredibly delicious, was really just barely even warmed on the grill. More »

Mt. Rainier, Old City Hall, Colby, Quiche, & Froyo

Kevin Freitas — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 19:13:00 -0700

I started off this particularly beautiful Saturday with a few photos of our beloved Mt. Rainier and Old City hall and a quiche from nearby Corina Bakery. More »

Frost Park Chalk Off Season 5, Episode 1

Kevin Freitas — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:39:00 -0700

Amazing day down at Frost Park with celebrities, politicians, sunshine, hula hoops, and tons talented chalk artists! Huge thanks to Pierce County Assessor/Treasurer candidate Tim Farrell for sponsoring with a bottle of local wine and a $25 gift certificat to Amocat Cafe! More »

High-Tech Barbershop Rehearsal

Kevin Freitas — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 22:04:00 -0700

After our 6th place finish from the Forest Grove contest last weekend we all brought our feedback to rehearsal tonight and drilled on what we though needed improvement. We mostly focused on our visual presentation and unity so video recording and immediate review were key. More »