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  • Five Weeks Left: What Every Everett Family Needs to Know Before the Last Day of School on June 15

    Q: When is the last day of school for Everett Public Schools in 2026?
    The last day of school for Everett Public Schools in the 2025–26 school year is Monday, June 15, 2026. The final five weeks of the school year — mid-May through mid-June — are among the most event-dense weeks on the district calendar, with concerts, field days, PTSA events, AP make-up exams, and graduation ceremonies all landing in rapid succession.

    Five Weeks Left: What Every Everett Family Needs to Know Before the Last Day of School on June 15

    The school year doesn’t slow down in May. If anything, it accelerates. Concerts, field days, PTSA events, AP make-up exams, volunteer recognition nights, and graduation ceremonies all compress into the final stretch between now and June 15 — the last day of school for Everett Public Schools in the 2025–26 school year.

    If you’re an EPS family and your calendar isn’t already filling up, this is your guide to what’s coming, what to plan for, and what you shouldn’t let sneak up on you.

    The Calendar Anchor: June 15, 2026

    The last day of school for Everett Public Schools is Monday, June 15, 2026. That’s five weeks from this week. The school year’s final stretch includes the last day of instruction, which means report cards, grade promotions, locker cleanouts, textbook returns, and end-of-year school traditions — all of which vary by school but typically cluster in the final two weeks.

    Mark it. A lot of family planning decisions depend on it: summer childcare start dates, camp enrollment, work schedule adjustments, and summer program registration. Speaking of which — if you haven’t registered for EPS’s summer programs yet, deadlines are approaching. The Summer 2026 Academy Programs guide has the full breakdown of what the district is offering and who’s eligible.

    What’s Happening in May at EPS Schools

    The EPS district calendar for May 2026 is genuinely busy. Here’s what’s on the schedule:

    AP Make-Up Exams — Advanced Placement make-up exams are running through May, giving students who missed a primary exam date a second chance to take the test. For families with high schoolers enrolled in AP courses at Cascade, Everett, or other EPS high schools, this is a critical window. AP scores determine whether students earn college credit — and for Running Start students also enrolled at Everett Community College, the end-of-quarter timing overlaps with EvCC’s spring term wrap-up as well.

    Eisenhower Middle School PTSA 4th Annual Family Fun Fest — May 16. Eisenhower Middle is hosting its annual family community event, one of the more consistent school-community events in the district’s middle school calendar. If your student is at Eisenhower, check in with their PTSA for details.

    Jackson Elementary Festival of Cultures — Jackson Elementary’s Festival of Cultures is a celebration of the school’s diverse student body, with families and students sharing food, music, and traditions from their communities. It’s one of the more genuine community-first events on the district calendar — the kind of evening where the gym feels like Everett in miniature.

    Elementary school concerts — Multiple elementary schools are scheduling their spring music concerts in May and early June. Emerson Elementary’s Kindergarten and First Grade Concerts are on the calendar. Check your school’s specific dates — these tend to fill up the parking lot fast.

    Gateway Middle School Symphonic Choir at Mariners — Gateway Middle School’s Symphonic Choir has a performance scheduled at a Mariners game, one of those events that sounds almost too good to be true until you see your kid singing in a baseball stadium.

    AP Exams and High School Seniors: The Final Push

    For high school seniors, May and early June are a different kind of intense. AP exams, final projects, and senior-specific events are all happening simultaneously. The graduation ceremony dates and venues have already been published — if you haven’t confirmed which ceremony your student’s school is holding and when, now is the time to do that.

    For the Class of 2026, this is the end of a K-12 experience that produced a record 96.3% graduation rate for the district. Whatever comes next — college, Running Start completion, a trade program, the workforce — they’re crossing the stage in a strong district.

    What Families Often Miss: Textbooks, Lockers, and Fees

    Every EPS school handles end-of-year logistics slightly differently, but here are the things that most families forget until the last week:

    Textbooks: District-owned textbooks must be returned. Most schools do a formal textbook collection day in the week before the last day of school. Unreturned books result in a fee. Check with your school about the specific date — it varies by school.

    Library books: School library books also have end-of-year deadlines. Students with outstanding library materials typically receive notices home in the last two weeks of school. Clearing these before June 15 avoids fees that carry into next year’s enrollment.

    Lockers: Middle and high school students need to clear their lockers before the last day. Anything left behind is typically held briefly and then disposed of — not returned.

    Outstanding fees: Student fees, lunch account balances, and device fees (for district-issued Chromebooks or iPads) should be resolved before the school year ends. Most EPS schools use the ParentVUE portal for fee management — if you haven’t logged into ParentVUE recently, doing so now will show you what’s outstanding.

    Kindergarten Enrollment for 2026–27

    If you have a child who will be five years old on or before August 31, 2026, they’re eligible for kindergarten in the 2026–27 school year. Everett Public Schools typically opens kindergarten enrollment in late winter and early spring — if you haven’t enrolled your child yet, contact your neighborhood school directly or visit the EPS enrollment office. Waiting until August means reduced choice in school placement and less time for the district to prepare.

    Families who are new to Everett and figuring out which school their child is zoned for can use the school finder tool on the EPS website. Boundary changes occasionally happen between school years, so even longtime residents should verify if they’ve moved recently.

    Summer Programs: Don’t Miss the Deadlines

    The Summer 2026 Academy isn’t the only summer option for EPS families — it’s the main district-run program, but there are also summer learning options through community partners, enrichment programs at Everett Community College, and summer reading programs through the Everett Public Library system.

    The Everett Public Library’s summer reading program typically launches in June and runs through August. It’s free, open to all ages, and offers incentives for kids who complete reading milestones. For younger students especially, summer reading significantly reduces learning loss — the research on summer slide is consistent across grade levels and income brackets.

    For high schoolers considering Running Start at EvCC, fall quarter registration opens in the summer. Dr. Chemene Crawford’s college is actively enrolling for fall 2026. The earlier a student registers, the more course options are available.

    Volunteer Appreciation and End-of-Year Giving

    May is also volunteer and staff appreciation season across EPS schools. Many PTSAs run end-of-year appreciation events for teachers and paraprofessionals. If your school’s PTSA hasn’t sent out a call for contributions or volunteers for those events, reach out directly — they likely need help.

    Some schools also run end-of-year supply drives, collecting backpacks and school supplies for families who need support at the start of next year. These drives typically run in May and June. Connecting with your school’s PTSA or office staff is the best way to find out if one is happening at your child’s school.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    When is the last day of school for Everett Public Schools in 2026?
    The last day of school in the 2025–26 school year is Monday, June 15, 2026.

    When are EPS graduation ceremonies?
    Graduation ceremony dates and venues for all EPS high schools have been published. See the full graduation ceremony guide for specifics by school.

    What summer programs does EPS offer in 2026?
    The Summer 2026 Academy is the district’s primary summer program. The summer programs guide covers eligibility, dates, and how to register.

    When does EvCC Running Start enrollment open for fall 2026?
    Fall quarter registration at Everett Community College opens during summer. Students interested in Running Start for the 2026–27 school year should contact EvCC admissions or check everettcc.edu for specific enrollment windows.

    What happens if my child has unreturned textbooks or library books at the end of the year?
    Unreturned materials typically result in fees that carry forward into the next school year. Each school sets its own collection timeline for end-of-year — check with your child’s school directly for specific dates.

    My child is starting kindergarten in fall 2026 — is it too late to enroll?
    It’s not too late, but sooner is better. Contact your neighborhood school or the EPS enrollment office directly. Children must be five years old on or before August 31, 2026 to qualify for the 2026–27 kindergarten class.

    How do I find out what school events are coming up at my child’s school?
    The EPS district calendar at everettsd.org lists district-wide events. Individual school PTSAs and school offices communicate school-specific events through ParentVUE, school newsletters, and their own social media pages.

  • Meet Dr. Chemene Crawford: The EvCC President Who Believes Everett’s Workforce Future Runs Through Community College

    Q: Who is the president of Everett Community College?
    Dr. Chemene Crawford has served as president of Everett Community College since July 2023. She brings more than 30 years in higher education to the role, including a prior presidency at North Seattle College, and now leads an institution that serves more than 17,000 students a year across Snohomish County.

    Meet Dr. Chemene Crawford: The EvCC President Who Believes Everett’s Workforce Future Runs Through Community College

    If you want to understand how Everett is building its workforce for the next decade — in aerospace, healthcare, technology, and trades — you need to understand Everett Community College. And if you want to understand EvCC right now, you need to know Dr. Chemene Crawford.

    Crawford has been president of Everett Community College since July 2023. She arrived from North Seattle College, where she had served as president and CEO. Before that, she spent years in the Dallas County Community College District in Texas, one of the largest community college systems in the United States, as associate vice chancellor. In total, she brings more than 30 years of higher education experience to a campus that was founded in 1941 with 128 students and a single mission: give Everett residents a path forward.

    That mission has not changed. What’s changed is how complicated the landscape around it has become.

    What EvCC Is Today

    Everett Community College serves more than 17,000 students per year. It employs more than 800 faculty and staff across multiple locations throughout Snohomish County and online. Its main campus sits at 2000 Tower Street in the Northwest Everett neighborhood — inside the historic core of the city, near the neighborhood that defines Everett’s original identity as a civic and industrial place.

    The college offers 39 fields of study, from transfer programs that send students to four-year universities to professional-technical certificates that place graduates directly into Snohomish County’s skilled trades economy. The Advanced Manufacturing Training and Education Center — AMTEC — opened in 2014 and expanded in 2015 to 54,000 square feet, serving six aerospace and advanced manufacturing programs. It’s one of the few community college facilities in the country built specifically to supply a regional aerospace employer — Boeing — with the kind of technically trained workforce a modern production line requires.

    The EvCC campus guide covers the physical facilities in detail. What it can’t fully capture is what it’s like to run an institution at the center of everything Everett is trying to become.

    The Role Running Start Plays — And the Pressure It’s Under

    One of the programs Crawford is navigating carefully is Running Start — Washington State’s dual-credit system that allows high school students to take community college courses tuition-free, earning college credit while they’re still enrolled in high school. For Everett Public Schools families, Running Start at EvCC has long been a tangible way to reduce the cost and time of a college education.

    State budget discussions in early 2026 raised questions about the long-term funding levels for dual-credit programs statewide. The Herald reported in March 2026 that budget pressures could reduce local dual-credit program access. For a president running a college whose students include a significant number of Running Start participants from Everett, Mukilteo, and surrounding districts, that conversation is not abstract — it’s a direct threat to one of the most cost-effective tools for economic mobility that families in this part of Washington have access to.

    Crawford hasn’t commented publicly on the specifics of the legislative session outcomes — but the college’s investment in its institutional infrastructure, in its AMTEC workforce pipeline, and in its University Center (which allows students to complete bachelor’s degrees on the EvCC campus through partner universities) signals a president who is building depth, not depending on any single funding stream.

    The University Center Model: Two Degrees, One Campus

    About 45 percent of EvCC’s transfer students originally came to EvCC with a bachelor’s degree in mind — and many of them complete that degree without leaving the campus at 2000 Tower Street. The University Center brings partner institutions to the EvCC campus, allowing students to complete their final two years of a bachelor’s program locally. For South Everett and Casino Road families for whom commuting to Seattle or Bellingham represents a real barrier, that model is not a convenience — it’s the difference between a degree and not getting one.

    That’s the kind of structural thinking Crawford appears to be focused on: reducing the friction between aspiration and achievement for people who are already working, already raising families, already embedded in Everett’s communities.

    What It Means for the Neighborhoods

    EvCC’s students don’t come primarily from families with four-year university plans and college savings accounts. They come from Northwest Everett, from the Casino Road corridor, from the neighborhoods of South Everett where community organizations like LETI are building digital access infrastructure because internet access and tech literacy remain real barriers to higher education. Crawford’s institution is the post-secondary stop for the students coming out of Everett’s K-12 system — the same system that just posted a 96.3% graduation rate.

    When EPS sends more graduates across the stage, EvCC gets more enrollment applicants. When the college and career readiness tools that high school students use actually point them toward EvCC’s programs, the pipeline works. When that pipeline is disrupted — by budget cuts, by a lack of information about what’s available, or by the kind of friction that makes the process feel inaccessible — students who could have found their path don’t.

    Crawford is managing that ecosystem. It’s the job her title implies and the actual work her leadership requires.

    A Note on Verifying This Profile

    Dr. Crawford’s role and background are confirmed via EvCC’s official administration page (everettcc.edu/administration/president) and through multiple HeraldNet reports covering her appointment and her college’s programming. Her compensation of $281,000 is a matter of public record, as reported by the Herald. This profile draws only on her public role as president of a public institution — her work for the community college system is the story, and it’s a public story.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who is the current president of Everett Community College?
    Dr. Chemene Crawford has served as EvCC president since July 2023. She previously led North Seattle College and worked in the Dallas County Community College District in Texas.

    How many students does EvCC serve?
    Everett Community College serves more than 17,000 students per year across multiple Snohomish County locations and online programs, with more than 800 faculty and staff.

    What is Running Start at EvCC?
    Running Start is Washington State’s dual-credit program that allows high school students to take EvCC courses tuition-free, earning both high school and college credits simultaneously. It’s a key pathway for EPS and Mukilteo SD families looking to reduce the cost of higher education.

    What workforce programs does EvCC offer?
    EvCC’s Advanced Manufacturing Training and Education Center (AMTEC) is a 54,000-square-foot facility offering six aerospace and manufacturing programs. The college also offers professional-technical programs in healthcare, business, IT, and the trades — designed to place graduates directly into Snohomish County jobs.

    Where is Everett Community College located?
    The main campus is at 2000 Tower Street in Everett’s Northwest neighborhood. Additional locations and online programs serve students across Snohomish County.

    What is the University Center at EvCC?
    The University Center brings partner universities to the EvCC campus, allowing students to complete bachelor’s degrees locally without transferring to a four-year school. About 45 percent of EvCC’s transfer students began with a bachelor’s degree in mind.

    How is EvCC handling state budget pressures on dual-credit programs?
    State budget discussions in early 2026 raised concerns about dual-credit program funding. EvCC has not made public announcements specific to program cuts, but the college’s investment in workforce programs, AMTEC, and the University Center signals a strategy built on institutional depth rather than dependence on any single funding stream.

  • Living in Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven: Everett’s Puget Sound View Neighborhood Most Locals Have Never Explored

    Q: What is the Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven neighborhood in Everett?
    Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven is an official City of Everett neighborhood on the northwest side of the city, about four miles from downtown. It combines three adjacent sub-communities — Harborview, Seahurst, and Glenhaven — into one neighborhood association area. It’s known for quiet streets, Puget Sound views, and one of the most consistently active neighborhood communities in Everett.

    Living in Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven: Everett’s Puget Sound View Neighborhood Most Locals Have Never Explored

    Ask most Everett residents where Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven is, and you’ll get a pause. It’s not a neighborhood that shows up in conversations the way Riverside or Silver Lake does. It doesn’t have a landmark event or a famous street. What it has is something harder to describe until you’ve been there: a view of Possession Sound that stops you mid-sentence, a quietness that still feels like a city neighborhood, and a housing market that has quietly become one of the stronger performers in Snohomish County.

    It’s also the last official City of Everett neighborhood to get its own spotlight on this desk. That ends tonight.

    Three Neighborhoods, One Community

    Harborview, Seahurst, and Glenhaven are three distinct sub-areas that the City of Everett officially groups under a single neighborhood association. They share a western edge along Puget Sound, a school pathway through Everett Unified, and a geography that sets them apart from most of Everett’s other neighborhoods: they sit high above the water, tucked into the bluffs northwest of Casino Road, with views that most visitors don’t expect to find in a working-class Pacific Northwest city.

    The neighborhood sits roughly four miles west of downtown Everett. That distance is real — most daily errands require a car, and residents know it. But the trade-off is a quieter, more residential character than you’d find in Twin Creeks or the area around Evergreen Way.

    What Makes It Feel Different

    Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven earns a B+ safety rating from neighborhood data services, which puts it among the safer areas in Everett. Residents consistently describe it using the same words: clean, peaceful, safe, dog-friendly, family-oriented. The neighborhood has a population of approximately 4,700, with an average household income above the national average at around $124,000 — a profile that reflects the mix of longtime owners and newer buyers who have discovered the neighborhood in recent years.

    What drives people here, more than anything, is the water. Stand at Harborview Park on a clear morning and you’re looking at Possession Sound, the Olympic Mountains across the water, and Mount Baker to the northeast. That view is not incidental — it’s the defining feature of this part of Everett, and it explains why a neighborhood that requires a car for most errands has held value the way it has.

    Harborview Park: The Neighborhood’s Anchor

    Harborview Park sits at 1621 W. Mukilteo Blvd. and is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is free. The park is small — a few grassy areas, benches, dirt walking paths, and a viewpoint — but what it offers is disproportionate to its size. On a clear day, you can see across to Whidbey Island, watch ferries cutting through the sound, and, if the timing is right, catch a sunset that lights up the Olympic Range in pink. Dog owners treat it like a local secret, and on weekend mornings it functions as an informal neighborhood gathering point.

    The paths are accessible to walkers and, where maintained, to wheelchairs. It’s not a destination park the way Howarth Park is — but that’s part of its appeal. Harborview Park is for the people who live near it, not for the people driving across town to visit.

    Howarth Park: Your Other Backyard

    Residents of Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven are close enough to Howarth Park to claim it as a second neighborhood park. Howarth is a 28-acre park on the bluff above the sound with a playground, picnic tables, a tennis court, trails, and a viewpoint. It’s also where the neighborhood holds its National Night Out Against Crime celebration each August — a picnic with law enforcement that draws families from across the neighborhood association. If you’ve only ever seen Howarth Park driving by on Beverly Boulevard, you’ve missed it. The local’s guide to Howarth Park is worth reading before your first visit.

    Schools: A Complete K–12 Path

    Students who grow up in Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven move through Everett Public Schools on a consistent pathway. Elementary students attend View Ridge Elementary, which earns a B+ from Niche and serves kindergarten through fifth grade. Middle school continues at Evergreen Middle School, a B-rated school that offers nine sports teams for seventh and eighth graders. High school diplomas come from Everett High School, which earns a B rating overall.

    This is the same school pipeline that serves much of western Everett, and it’s one of the reasons families with children in elementary school have been drawn to the area. For families considering the neighborhood, the Everett School District’s record 96.3% graduation rate and its range of career and technical programs make the district itself a draw, not just the neighborhood.

    Community Life: Events That Actually Happen

    The Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven neighborhood association puts on three annual events that have become genuine community anchors. In the spring, there’s an Easter Egg Hunt and scramble. In August, the National Night Out Against Crime celebration at Howarth Park brings neighbors together with a picnic and law enforcement engagement. And in the winter, there’s an annual holiday potluck at the local fire station.

    These aren’t large-scale events. They’re the kind of neighborhood programming that happens because people know each other’s names and decide to keep showing up. For a neighborhood of under 5,000 residents, three consistent annual events is a meaningful sign of community health.

    The neighborhood association also receives notification support from the City of Everett’s neighborhood alert system, meaning residents get city communications specific to their area — construction notices, utility work, public meetings that affect the bluff.

    The Housing Market in 2026

    The median sale price for homes in Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven over the last 12 months is approximately $775,000, up about 10% from the prior year. That’s a significant number in the context of Everett’s overall market — and it reflects what happens when a neighborhood with views, safety, and good schools starts getting attention from buyers who have already been priced out of waterfront markets further south.

    Homes here tend to be mid-century to late-century builds — not the new construction you’d find in Twin Creeks or the townhouses going up near Cascade View. The inventory is tighter because turnover is lower. Residents tend to stay.

    If you’re comparing this neighborhood to its neighbors: Pinehurst-Beverly Park to the south has more transit access and is closer to Casino Road’s amenities. Boulevard Bluffs to the north is more isolated but commands similar views. Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven sits between them in price and character.

    Who Belongs Here — And What to Expect

    This neighborhood is for people who want quiet without leaving the city. It’s for dog owners, for families with elementary-age kids who want to stay in the EPS district without being on a major arterial, for retired couples who moved here for the views and never left. It is not for people who need walkability for daily errands — there’s no grocery store you can reach on foot from most of the neighborhood, and the bus routes are limited.

    What it gives you instead is a neighborhood that feels settled. The streets are maintained, the neighbors know each other, and on a clear evening you can stand at Harborview Park and watch the light go down over the Olympics while the sound turns silver below you. There’s no marketing language that makes that sound better than it is.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Where exactly is Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven in Everett?
    It’s on the northwest side of Everett, roughly four miles west of downtown. The neighborhood sits on the bluffs above Possession Sound, northwest of Casino Road and north of Pinehurst-Beverly Park.

    Is Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven safe?
    The neighborhood earns a B+ safety rating, which is higher than much of Everett. Residents consistently describe it as peaceful, quiet, and family-friendly.

    What schools serve Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven?
    Students attend View Ridge Elementary (K-5), Evergreen Middle School (6-8), and Everett High School (9-12), all part of Everett Public Schools.

    What is Harborview Park like?
    Harborview Park at 1621 W. Mukilteo Blvd. is a free, dog-friendly park open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. It features walking trails, picnic areas, benches, and views of Possession Sound, the Olympic Mountains, and Mount Baker.

    What is the median home price in Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven?
    The median sale price over the last 12 months is approximately $775,000, up about 10% year-over-year.

    Does the neighborhood have an active community organization?
    Yes — the Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven neighborhood association holds three annual events (Easter Egg Hunt, National Night Out in August, and a holiday potluck) and is recognized by the City of Everett’s neighborhood association program.

    How does Harborview-Seahurst-Glenhaven compare to other Everett neighborhoods?
    It’s quieter and more car-dependent than central Everett neighborhoods, but has stronger views, higher safety ratings, and a more settled housing stock than most of the city. Compared to Boulevard Bluffs to the north and Pinehurst-Beverly Park to the south, it’s a middle-ground in price and character.

  • Fresh Paint 2026 Returns to Downtown Everett on August 15 and 16 — 120 Artists, Free Admission, and the Biggest Outdoor Art Festival on Hoyt Avenue

    Fresh Paint 2026 Returns to Downtown Everett on August 15 and 16 — 120 Artists, Free Admission, and the Biggest Outdoor Art Festival on Hoyt Avenue



    Two days. One block of Hoyt Avenue. A hundred and twenty artists, free to walk in, and the biggest outdoor art event downtown Everett puts on all year. Fresh Paint 2026 is on August 15 and 16, and if you haven’t been before, this is the year to change that.

    The Schack Art Center runs this every summer and has built something worth making plans for. The vendor list is already sold out — which tells you this is not a pop-up craft market. Artists apply. They get juried in. The work on Hoyt Avenue that weekend is curated, and you’ll feel it when you walk the block.

    What You’re Walking Into

    The festival takes over Hoyt Avenue between Pacific Avenue and Hewitt Avenue, two blocks from the Schack itself. The street closes. Booths go up. And from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sunday, that stretch of downtown becomes the most concentrated collection of original art in Snohomish County.

    120+ artists span painting, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fiber, ceramics, and photography. Because this is a juried show, there’s a floor to the quality. You’re not wading through mass-produced prints to find the one interesting thing — the interesting things are the whole point.

    Admission is free. You pay for art, food, and activities. That’s the model and it works — 10,000+ attendees walk through over the two days, and the Schack has been doing this long enough to know how to move that crowd through a single city block without it feeling like a fire drill.

    Glassblowing, Kids’ Activities, and Float Find

    The Schack is a working art center, not just a gallery. At Fresh Paint, they demonstrate that — literally. Glassblowing demonstrations run through the weekend, and watching someone pull molten glass into form at a live outdoor event is the kind of thing you stop for whether you planned to or not. It draws every age group.

    Kids’ activity areas are built into the layout, which means this is a functional family event and not just an adult art crawl. You can split up, let the kids engage with the activity stations, and walk the artist booths without herding the whole group through every booth.

    Float Find is the Schack tradition that turns the festival into a game. Small glass floats — hand-crafted — get hidden around the festival grounds. Find one, keep it. It’s the kind of detail that makes people come back year after year and arrive early.

    The Schack’s Track Record on This Street

    The Schack Art Center at 2921 Hoyt Ave has been the anchor of Everett’s arts infrastructure since long before the downtown revival picked up pace. Fresh Paint is their statement event — the one where they take the case for arts in this city outside the building and onto the street itself.

    If you’ve seen what they do inside the gallery — and the Artists’ Garage Sale gives you a sense of the community energy they generate — Fresh Paint is that but scaled up and opened to anyone walking by. The Contemporary NW + Summer Auction draws serious collectors; Fresh Paint draws everyone else. The two events together define what the Schack is doing for this city.

    The regular monthly Everett Art Walk keeps the momentum going through the year, but Fresh Paint is the anchor. It’s the day families mark on the calendar in January.

    The Practical Details

    What: Fresh Paint 2026 — Schack Art Center Outdoor Juried Art Festival
    Saturday August 15: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Sunday August 16: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Where: Hoyt Ave between Pacific Ave and Hewitt Ave, Downtown Everett WA 98201
    Admission: Free
    Artists: 120+ juried (vendors sold out — this is curated work)
    Highlights: Glassblowing demos, kids’ activities, Float Find, food vendors
    Parking: Street parking and downtown garages within a few blocks of Hoyt Ave

    Full details at schack.org/fresh-paint →

    FAQ

    When is Fresh Paint 2026?

    Saturday August 15 (10am–5pm) and Sunday August 16 (10am–4pm), 2026.

    Where is Fresh Paint in Everett?

    Hoyt Avenue between Pacific Avenue and Hewitt Avenue in downtown Everett. The street closes for the weekend and becomes the festival grounds.

    How much does Fresh Paint cost?

    Free admission. You pay for what you buy — art, food, and activities. Vendor spots are sold out but attendance is open to everyone.

    How many artists are at Fresh Paint 2026?

    120+ juried artists. Vendors are sold out for 2026, meaning artists applied and were curated — this is not a craft fair.

    What is Float Find at Fresh Paint?

    Float Find is a Schack tradition where hidden glass floats are scattered around the festival for attendees to discover and keep. It’s the detail that makes Fresh Paint a repeat-visit event for families.

    Is Fresh Paint good for kids?

    Yes. Dedicated kids’ activity areas, glassblowing demos, and Float Find. Bring them early — the floats go fast.

  • Altered 2ks and Centuries Are Playing the 2000s Emo and Pop Punk Catalog at Tony V’s Garage on June 6 — Your Move

    Altered 2ks and Centuries Are Playing the 2000s Emo and Pop Punk Catalog at Tony V’s Garage on June 6 — Your Move



    Saturday night, June 6. Tony V’s Garage on Hewitt Avenue. Two bands. Four hours. The entire 2000s emo and pop punk catalog you burned onto a CD in middle school and still know word-for-word.

    Altered 2ks and Centuries are sharing the stage — and together they cover the decade that turned angst into arena anthems. My Chemical Romance. Fall Out Boy. Paramore. Taking Back Sunday. Hawthorne Heights. The Used. If you were a teenager when these songs dropped, you’ve been waiting for a night like this without knowing it.

    Who’s Playing and What to Expect

    Altered 2ks is the headline act — a tribute project built specifically around 2000s emo and pop punk. They don’t try to do everything from that era; they do the specific songs that mattered. The ones that opened the floodgates. They’ve played Tony V’s before and they know how to fill that room.

    Centuries opens the set. Same era, same energy, same devotion to getting the details right. This is a double bill with actual curatorial intent — both bands exist in the same sonic universe and the setlist arc from opener to closer is going to hit like a full playlist you built yourself at 15.

    Tony V’s Garage has been the right room for nights like this since it opened in Everett’s historic downtown. It’s not a theater. It’s not a club designed for distance between you and the stage. It’s a place where the band is close, the sound is loud, and the crowd knows every word. For a tribute show built around songs this emotionally loaded, the intimacy is the point.

    The Venue and What You Need to Know

    Tony V’s Garage sits at 1716 Hewitt Ave in Everett. The show starts at 8:00 PM on Saturday, June 6 and runs to 11:30 PM. Tickets are $23.18 on Eventbrite — sold by organizer AJ Verhey, who has been putting on shows at this venue consistently.

    This is a standing-room show. Capacity at Tony V’s is limited. If you want a spot close to the stage, you want to be there early. The venue does not hold tickets at will call for late arrivals in the way larger rooms do.

    Street parking is available on Hewitt and the surrounding blocks. Everett’s downtown is walkable from several parking structures if Hewitt fills up.

    Why This Night Works

    There’s a specific thing that happens when a well-prepared tribute band plays songs from a formative era in a small room. It’s different from seeing those songs on a stadium screen. You’re not nostalgic at a distance — you’re in the room with 200 people who all know the same lyrics, and the band is ten feet away playing them at full volume.

    Tony V’s has hosted Emo Prom at Tony V’s and built a track record of landing the right acts for Everett’s live music crowd. The Polkadot Cadaver show drew the same energy this room can hold — dedicated, loud, present. And if you’ve been watching what’s come through the April lineup at Tony V’s, you already know this venue doesn’t book filler.

    Altered 2ks and Centuries together on one bill on a Saturday night is not a casual decision. This is a deliberate, fully committed tribute event with a tight setlist focus. Show up for it.

    Tickets and the Short Version

    What: Altered 2ks + Centuries — 2000s emo and pop punk tribute night
    When: Saturday, June 6, 2026 — 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM
    Where: Tony V’s Garage, 1716 Hewitt Ave, Everett WA 98201
    Tickets: $23.18 on Eventbrite — limited capacity, buy before the weekend
    Ages: Check Eventbrite listing for age policy

    Get tickets on Eventbrite →

    FAQ

    When is Altered 2ks playing at Tony V’s Garage?

    Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Doors open before then — get there early.

    Where is Tony V’s Garage in Everett?

    1716 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA 98201. Street parking on Hewitt and the surrounding blocks.

    How much are tickets for Altered 2ks at Tony V’s?

    $23.18 on Eventbrite. Limited capacity at Tony V’s — don’t wait on this one.

    What kind of music do Altered 2ks play?

    2000s emo and pop punk — My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, Paramore, Taking Back Sunday, and the full early-2000s catalog you know by heart.

    Who is opening at the June 6 show?

    Centuries opens the night. They play the same era — this is a two-band throwback double bill.

  • Silvertips Steal Game 3 at Art Hauser: Miettinen’s GWG Gives Everett 2-1 Series Lead

    PRINCE ALBERT, SK — The Everett Silvertips stole home-ice advantage on Tuesday night at the Art Hauser Centre, grinding out a gritty 3-2 win over the Prince Albert Raiders in Game 3 of the 2026 WHL Championship Final. Silvertips forward Julius Miettinen supplied the game-winning goal as Everett clawed to a 2-1 series lead. The next game of the Ed Chynoweth Cup is Wednesday night at 6:30 PM PT — same building, same hostile crowd — and the Silvertips now have the pressure.

    The Rudolph Factor

    The storyline going into Game 3 was the suspension of Raiders defenseman Daxon Rudolph, one of Prince Albert’s most important offensive contributors and one of the top NHL draft prospects in this year’s class. The TSN-reported one-game ban took a key weapon off the Raiders’ blue line — and the Silvertips made them pay.

    Rudolph had been a presence all series for the Raiders, and losing him for a road game in a building that’s become a Silvertips fortress was a serious blow to Prince Albert’s chances. Whether the suspension carries over to Game 4 will be worth watching closely heading into Wednesday’s matchup.

    Miettinen: The Finnish Record-Setter

    Julius Miettinen continues to write himself into WHL playoff history. The Silvertips forward has now set the record for the most playoff points by a Finnish player in WHL history — a remarkable accomplishment for a player operating at peak level in the biggest games of the year.

    His game-winning goal on Tuesday was another chapter in what has been an incredible 2026 playoff run. In a tight game that could have gone either way, Miettinen came up with the decisive marker. That’s what elite players do. That’s why the Silvertips are in this series.

    The WHL also honored Miettinen in the WHL Championship Edition of its Weekly Awards — recognition that came alongside defenseman Brock Cripps of the Raiders and Silvertips goaltender Anders Miller. Even in a week where Everett won a game, the league acknowledged how good both teams have been.

    Miller on the Road

    The Art Hauser Centre in Prince Albert holds roughly 2,800 fans and it gets loud. Really loud. The Raiders faithful showed up expecting to see their team take a 2-1 series lead, and instead watched Anders Miller stand them up.

    Miller came into Game 3 with a .936 playoff save percentage across 13 playoff games — the best playoff numbers in WHL history for a goalie who has played that many games. He had already gone 8-0 on the road in these playoffs before Tuesday, and he backed it up again at the Art Hauser. Silvertips fans have spent all spring watching Miller make impossible saves in impossible buildings, and it’s starting to feel inevitable.

    This is now a 15-2 playoff record for the Silvertips. They have lost exactly two games in two months of playoff hockey.

    How the Series Looks Now

    The series narrative has shifted decisively. Here’s where things stand:

    • Game 1 (May 8, AOTW): Raiders 4, Silvertips 2 — Orsulak and Cootes stole home ice
    • Game 2 (May 9, AOTW): Silvertips 6, Raiders 2 — Miettinen’s 4-point night, Bear twice
    • Game 3 (May 12, Art Hauser): Silvertips 3, Raiders 2 — Miettinen GWG, road steal
    • Game 4 (May 13, Art Hauser): Wednesday 6:30 PM PT — series 2-1 Everett
    • Game 5 (if needed, May 15, Art Hauser): 6:30 PM PT
    • Games 6/7 (if needed, May 17/18, AOTW): Back home in Everett

    The Silvertips now have a chance to go up 3-1 with a win Wednesday. A 3-1 series lead in the WHL Final would be historically close to insurmountable. But the Raiders will be desperate, they’ll have their fans behind them, and — presumably — Daxon Rudolph may be back in the lineup. This isn’t over.

    What It Means

    The Silvertips last won the Ed Chynoweth Cup in 2007. That’s 19 years. This team — 57-8-2-1 in the regular season, 15-2 in the playoffs — is the best Everett team since then. Maybe the best ever. And they just took the lead in the WHL Final on the road, in a building they’ve never played a game in before this week, against a team that had home ice advantage.

    Two more wins. That’s all that stands between this group and the Cup.

    How to Watch Game 4

    Game 4: Wednesday May 13 — Art Hauser Centre, Prince Albert, SK
    Puck drop: 7:30 PM MT / 6:30 PM PT
    TV: TSN (Canada) | Streaming: Victory+ (U.S.)
    Games 5 (if needed) also at Art Hauser on May 15. Games 6 and 7 (if needed) return to Angel of the Winds Arena on May 17 and 18.

    If you’re making plans for a potential Game 6 or 7 at Angel of the Winds Arena, tickets are available at Ticketmaster. The building at 2000 Hewitt Ave in Everett holds 10,000+ fans for hockey — and if this series goes back home, it’s going to be electric.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the current series score in the 2026 WHL Championship Final?

    After Game 3, the Everett Silvertips lead the Prince Albert Raiders 2-1 in the best-of-seven series.

    When is WHL Final Game 4?

    Game 4 is Wednesday, May 13 at Art Hauser Centre in Prince Albert. Puck drop is 7:30 PM MT (6:30 PM PT). Watch on TSN in Canada or Victory+ in the U.S.

    Why was Daxon Rudolph suspended for Game 3?

    Rudolph received a one-game WHL suspension that was first reported by TSN. The specifics of the infraction were not disclosed, but it kept the Raiders’ top defensive prospect out of Tuesday’s game.

    Who scored the game-winning goal in Silvertips Game 3?

    Julius Miettinen scored the game-winning goal for the Silvertips in the 3-2 win.

    What is Anders Miller’s WHL playoff save percentage?

    Miller entered Game 3 with a .936 save percentage across 13 playoff games — the best playoff SV% in WHL history for a goalie with that many games played.

    Related coverage: Tips Even the Series With 6-2 Game 2 Win | Anders Miller’s Road Test | WHL Final Heads to Prince Albert: Full Schedule

  • Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Is 18 Days Away: Your Complete Guide to the Everett Shows May 30-31

    You’ve got 18 days. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire is coming to Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett on Saturday May 30 and Sunday May 31 — and if you haven’t locked in tickets yet, this is your reminder. Three shows, a lineup loaded with fan favorites, and a brand-new truck making its debut. Here’s everything you need to know before showtime.

    Show Schedule

    DateShow Time
    Saturday, May 3012:30 PM (matinee)
    Saturday, May 307:30 PM (evening)
    Sunday, May 312:30 PM (matinee)

    Three shows across the weekend, so there’s a time that works for every family schedule. The Saturday evening show at 7:30 PM is the big one — the arena lights down, the glow effects kick up, and the crowd is typically largest. The matinee shows are great for families with younger kids who might be fading by 9 PM.

    The Trucks You’ll See

    This is a stacked lineup. Here’s who’s rolling in:

    • Mega Wrex — the dinosaur-bodied classic
    • Bigfoot — the original monster truck, still doing it
    • Bone Shaker — Hot Wheels’ skull-and-flame icon
    • Tiger Shark
    • HW 5-Alarm
    • Gunkster
    • Skelesaurus
    • Rhinomite — making its live debut at this tour

    Plus: FMX freestyle motocross riders and a transforming robot. It’s not just monster trucks — it’s a full sensory experience built for the full family, even the adults who claim they’re just “taking the kids.”

    The Pre-Show Party

    This is the hidden gem of the Hot Wheels event. The Pre-Show Party gets you floor access 2.5 hours before the show starts — meaning you can get up close to the actual trucks, take pictures, and let the kids see what these machines look like at ground level before the dirt starts flying.

    If you have younger kids (or a big monster truck fan of any age), the Pre-Show Party ticket is worth it. Check Ticketmaster for availability and pricing on pre-show access.

    Tickets and Where to Buy

    Tickets are available now through Ticketmaster and AXS:

    You can also check the Angel of the Winds Arena event page for complete details.

    What to Know Before You Go

    Ear protection is a must for young kids. Monster trucks are loud — like, legitimately ear-splittingly loud — and the arena amplifies everything. Pick up foam earplugs or kids’ ear defenders before the event. They’re often sold at the venue but bring your own to be safe.

    Arrive early for the best dirt-side views. The floor of Angel of the Winds transforms into a legitimate dirt track for this event. Floor seats get you close to the action; upper deck gives you the best angle for jumps and aerial tricks. Both have their merits.

    Parking is at Angel of the Winds Arena at 2000 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA 98201. The arena is well-signed from I-5. For downtown Everett visitors, you can combine the show with a meal on Hewitt Avenue or at the Waterfront before or after the event.

    The Saturday evening show is a date night option too. Glow-N-Fire, as the name suggests, leans into the pyrotechnic and lighting spectacle. The evening show is the full-throttle version of the experience, with the glow effects doing their best work in a dark arena.

    The Rhinomite Debut

    Worth calling out separately: Rhinomite is making its live debut on this tour. Hot Wheels fans who track the new vehicle announcements have been waiting to see Rhinomite in action at full speed. Everett is one of the first stops. If you’re a gear-head or a collector, that’s a genuine reason to be in the building.

    A Big Weekend at Angel of the Winds

    May 30-31 falls just after the potential WHL Final Games 6 and 7 window (May 17-18 if needed) and about a month before the Washington Wolfpack’s home schedule heats up. After the spring sports season wraps, Hot Wheels rolls in to keep the arena buzzing through the summer.

    Angel of the Winds has had a remarkable run of events this spring — from the WHL playoffs to Washington Wolfpack football to Skate America in November. Monster Trucks fits right in. It’s the kind of event that reminds you why having a 10,000-seat arena in Everett matters.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    When is Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live in Everett in 2026?

    Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire comes to Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett on Saturday May 30 (12:30 PM and 7:30 PM) and Sunday May 31 (2:30 PM).

    Where can I buy tickets for Hot Wheels in Everett?

    Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com and AXS.com. You can also check the Angel of the Winds Arena website directly.

    What trucks will be at the Everett Hot Wheels show?

    The lineup includes Mega Wrex, Bigfoot, Bone Shaker, Tiger Shark, HW 5-Alarm, Gunkster, Skelesaurus, and the debut of all-new Rhinomite, plus FMX riders and a transforming robot.

    Is the Pre-Show Party worth it?

    For families with younger kids or true monster truck enthusiasts, yes. The Pre-Show Party gets you floor access 2.5 hours before the show to get up close to the actual trucks before the event begins.

    Where is Angel of the Winds Arena?

    Angel of the Winds Arena is located at 2000 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA 98201. Parking is on-site and well-signed from I-5.

    Related coverage: Angel of the Winds Arena May–November 2026 Events Guide | Washington Wolfpack Host Beaumont May 23

  • AquaSox Blow 4-0 Lead, Fall 5-6 in 10 to Vancouver Canadians in Walk-Off Heartbreaker

    VANCOUVER, BC — The Everett AquaSox played a gem of a baseball game Tuesday night at Scotiabank Field — and still came away empty-handed. The Vancouver Canadians walked off the Frogs 6-5 in 10 innings, stealing the series opener in a game that was in Everett’s control for most of the night. Walter Baker (1-1) picked up the win in relief. Reggie Kelly (0-2, 6.17 ERA) took the loss after the walk-off run crossed in the 10th.

    AquaSox Built a 4-0 Lead — Then Let It Slip

    The Frogs came out swinging in the early innings. Everett scored twice in the third and twice more in the fourth to build a comfortable 4-0 cushion. For five innings, this had all the makings of a convincing road-trip opener in a series the AquaSox need to own.

    Then Vancouver woke up. The Canadians cut it to 4-2 with a two-run fifth inning, and the complexion of the game changed. The big blow came in the seventh, when Vancouver erupted for three runs — flipping the lead to 5-4 and putting Everett on its heels for the first time all night.

    The AquaSox refused to die. Down a run in the ninth, Everett pushed across a run to tie it at 5-5 and force extra innings. That’s the kind of resilience this team has shown all season. Tied in the 10th, in an opposing ballpark, the Frogs had earned a chance to win it.

    It didn’t happen. Vancouver’s walk-off run in the bottom of the 10th ended it 6-5, and the Canadians took the first point in what figures to be a six-game battle at Scotiabank Field.

    By the Numbers

    Final score: Vancouver 6, Everett 5 (10 innings)

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    Win: Baker (1-1) | Loss: Kelly (0-2, 6.17 ERA)

    Context: The Series and the Standings

    The loss drops Everett to 18-16 on the season, still in a respectable mid-pack position in the Northwest League. Vancouver, surprisingly, comes in at just 14-20 — a reminder that this is a team the Frogs should be able to compete with over a six-game stretch even after Tuesday’s gut-punch opener.

    The series runs through Sunday at Scotiabank Field, giving the AquaSox five more chances to make up ground. Tuesday’s game — a road walk-off loss in 10 innings where they led for most of the night — is exactly the kind of game a good team shakes off by Wednesday.

    The good news: Everett’s offense showed up. Six hits, five runs, and a two-run burst in the 3rd and 4th innings that established early control. The tying run in the 9th demonstrated that this team doesn’t quit when things get hard. That’s important to remember after a result like this one.

    The Bigger Picture: AquaSox in May

    May has been a grind for Everett. The Frogs went 3-3 at Tri-City, then won five of six at home against Hillsboro — including Bryce Miller’s 5-inning/0-run rehab gem on Silver Sluggers Night — before dropping the Mother’s Day finale 8-5. Now they open the Vancouver road trip with a tough extra-inning loss.

    The prospect pipeline is still humming. Felnin Celesten won back-to-back NWL Player of the Week awards through the Hillsboro homestand. Luke Stevenson took home Mariners April Hitter of the Month honors. Brock Moore won the April Bullpen Award. These guys are developing exactly as advertised — and that development doesn’t stop just because Tuesday’s game ended wrong.

    Up Next

    The six-game road series at Scotiabank Field continues Wednesday through Sunday. AquaSox next home series is against the Tri-City Dust Devils beginning Tuesday May 19.

    Scotiabank Field is a beautiful park in the Nat Bailey Stadium footprint — real grass, classic ballpark feel, and a short walk from the SkyTrain. If you’re making the trip up to Vancouver to watch some Frogs baseball, this is a great week to do it.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What was the AquaSox score on May 12, 2026?

    The Vancouver Canadians defeated the Everett AquaSox 6-5 in 10 innings at Scotiabank Field on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

    How did the AquaSox lose the game?

    Everett led 4-0 through four innings, but Vancouver rallied with two runs in the fifth and three in the seventh to take a 5-4 lead. The AquaSox tied it with a run in the ninth, but Vancouver scored a walk-off run in the 10th to win 6-5.

    What is the AquaSox record after May 12?

    The AquaSox are 18-16 on the 2026 season after Tuesday’s loss.

    Where do the AquaSox play next?

    The AquaSox continue their six-game road series against the Vancouver Canadians at Scotiabank Field through Sunday, May 17. Games start at 7:05 PM PT.

    Who is Felnin Celesten?

    Felnin Celesten is an Everett AquaSox outfield prospect and two-time consecutive Northwest League Player of the Week winner. He is batting .295 on the season and leads the team in runs scored.

    Related coverage: AquaSox Go 5-of-6 Against Hillsboro Before Vancouver | Bryce Miller Goes Five Scoreless at Funko Field | Celesten, Stevenson, Moore: AquaSox Prospect Awards

  • Silvertips Steal Game 3 at Art Hauser: Miettinen’s GWG Gives Everett 2-1 Series Lead

    PRINCE ALBERT, SK — The Everett Silvertips stole home-ice advantage on Tuesday night at the Art Hauser Centre, grinding out a gritty 3-2 win over the Prince Albert Raiders in Game 3 of the 2026 WHL Championship Final. Silvertips forward Julius Miettinen supplied the game-winning goal as Everett clawed to a 2-1 series lead. The next game of the Ed Chynoweth Cup is Wednesday night at 6:30 PM PT — same building, same hostile crowd — and the Silvertips now have the pressure.

    The Rudolph Factor

    The storyline going into Game 3 was the suspension of Raiders defenseman Daxon Rudolph, one of Prince Albert’s most important offensive contributors and one of the top NHL draft prospects in this year’s class. The TSN-reported one-game ban took a key weapon off the Raiders’ blue line — and the Silvertips made them pay.

    Rudolph had been a presence all series for the Raiders, and losing him for a road game in a building that’s become a Silvertips fortress was a serious blow to Prince Albert’s chances. Whether the suspension carries over to Game 4 will be worth watching closely heading into Wednesday’s matchup.

    Miettinen: The Finnish Record-Setter

    Julius Miettinen continues to write himself into WHL playoff history. The Silvertips forward has now set the record for the most playoff points by a Finnish player in WHL history — a remarkable accomplishment for a player operating at peak level in the biggest games of the year.

    His game-winning goal on Tuesday was another chapter in what has been an incredible 2026 playoff run. In a tight game that could have gone either way, Miettinen came up with the decisive marker. That’s what elite players do. That’s why the Silvertips are in this series.

    The WHL also honored Miettinen in the WHL Championship Edition of its Weekly Awards — recognition that came alongside defenseman Brock Cripps of the Raiders and Silvertips goaltender Anders Miller. Even in a week where Everett won a game, the league acknowledged how good both teams have been.

    Miller on the Road

    The Art Hauser Centre in Prince Albert holds roughly 2,800 fans and it gets loud. Really loud. The Raiders faithful showed up expecting to see their team take a 2-1 series lead, and instead watched Anders Miller stand them up.

    Miller came into Game 3 with a .936 playoff save percentage across 13 playoff games — the best playoff numbers in WHL history for a goalie who has played that many games. He had already gone 8-0 on the road in these playoffs before Tuesday, and he backed it up again at the Art Hauser. Silvertips fans have spent all spring watching Miller make impossible saves in impossible buildings, and it’s starting to feel inevitable.

    This is now a 15-2 playoff record for the Silvertips. They have lost exactly two games in two months of playoff hockey.

    How the Series Looks Now

    The series narrative has shifted decisively. Here’s where things stand:

    • Game 1 (May 8, AOTW): Raiders 4, Silvertips 2 — Orsulak and Cootes stole home ice
    • Game 2 (May 9, AOTW): Silvertips 6, Raiders 2 — Miettinen’s 4-point night, Bear twice
    • Game 3 (May 12, Art Hauser): Silvertips 3, Raiders 2 — Miettinen GWG, road steal
    • Game 4 (May 13, Art Hauser): Wednesday 6:30 PM PT — series 2-1 Everett
    • Game 5 (if needed, May 15, Art Hauser): 6:30 PM PT
    • Games 6/7 (if needed, May 17/18, AOTW): Back home in Everett

    The Silvertips now have a chance to go up 3-1 with a win Wednesday. A 3-1 series lead in the WHL Final would be historically close to insurmountable. But the Raiders will be desperate, they’ll have their fans behind them, and — presumably — Daxon Rudolph may be back in the lineup. This isn’t over.

    What It Means

    The Silvertips last won the Ed Chynoweth Cup in 2007. That’s 19 years. This team — 57-8-2-1 in the regular season, 15-2 in the playoffs — is the best Everett team since then. Maybe the best ever. And they just took the lead in the WHL Final on the road, in a building they’ve never played a game in before this week, against a team that had home ice advantage.

    Two more wins. That’s all that stands between this group and the Cup.

    How to Watch Game 4

    Game 4: Wednesday May 13 — Art Hauser Centre, Prince Albert, SK
    Puck drop: 7:30 PM MT / 6:30 PM PT
    TV: TSN (Canada) | Streaming: Victory+ (U.S.)
    Games 5 (if needed) also at Art Hauser on May 15. Games 6 and 7 (if needed) return to Angel of the Winds Arena on May 17 and 18.

    If you’re making plans for a potential Game 6 or 7 at Angel of the Winds Arena, tickets are available at Ticketmaster. The building at 2000 Hewitt Ave in Everett holds 10,000+ fans for hockey — and if this series goes back home, it’s going to be electric.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the current series score in the 2026 WHL Championship Final?

    After Game 3, the Everett Silvertips lead the Prince Albert Raiders 2-1 in the best-of-seven series.

    When is WHL Final Game 4?

    Game 4 is Wednesday, May 13 at Art Hauser Centre in Prince Albert. Puck drop is 7:30 PM MT (6:30 PM PT). Watch on TSN in Canada or Victory+ in the U.S.

    Why was Daxon Rudolph suspended for Game 3?

    Rudolph received a one-game WHL suspension that was first reported by TSN. The specifics of the infraction were not disclosed, but it kept the Raiders’ top defensive prospect out of Tuesday’s game.

    Who scored the game-winning goal in Silvertips Game 3?

    Julius Miettinen scored the game-winning goal for the Silvertips in the 3-2 win.

    What is Anders Miller’s WHL playoff save percentage?

    Miller entered Game 3 with a .936 save percentage across 13 playoff games — the best playoff SV% in WHL history for a goalie with that many games played.

    Related coverage: Tips Even the Series With 6-2 Game 2 Win | Anders Miller’s Road Test | WHL Final Heads to Prince Albert: Full Schedule

  • Boeing’s Everett North Line Is Six Weeks Out — Here’s What Has to Happen Before Snohomish County Gets Its First Commercial 737

    Boeing’s Everett North Line Is Six Weeks Out — Here’s What Has to Happen Before Snohomish County Gets Its First Commercial 737

    Q: When is Boeing’s 737 North Line in Everett expected to open for commercial production?
    A: Boeing targets a midsummer 2026 opening. As of mid-May 2026, the line is completing its LRIP (Low Rate Initial Production) and conformity-aircraft phase. FAA production approval, conformity sign-offs, and workforce integration are the remaining pre-launch gates. Industry analysis points to late July or August as the most likely window for first commercial production start.

    “Midsummer.” That’s the word Boeing has used consistently since February 2026 to describe when the 737 North Line at the Everett factory will begin building commercial 737 MAX jets. It’s now mid-May. Six to eight weeks stand between the current preparation phase and what would be the most consequential event in Everett’s manufacturing history in decades: the first 737 narrowbody aircraft ever assembled outside Boeing’s longtime Renton home.

    The question workers, suppliers, and residents across Snohomish County should be asking right now is a practical one: what has to happen between here and there?

    Where the North Line Stands Today

    The North Line is not empty. Boeing has been operating the assembly floor in what the aerospace industry calls LRIP — Low Rate Initial Production. As this desk detailed in April, LRIP is the FAA-mandated production phase in which Boeing builds conformity aircraft: jets specifically intended to validate the production process rather than go directly to airline customers.

    The LRIP phase at Everett has involved building 737-8 and 737-9 airframes using the North Line’s tooling and production flow. Each conformity aircraft is formally inspected by the FAA, which reviews manufacturing quality records, assembly processes, and system installations. This is not a formality. The FAA is confirming whether the Everett facility is producing aircraft to the same quality standards as Renton — a question that carries significant weight given the regulatory environment Boeing has operated under since the January 2024 door-plug incident.

    Boeing’s April 2026 feature on the North Line team confirmed that the workforce pipeline is well advanced. Workers completing their 12-week structured rotations at Renton are returning to Everett ready for their North Line positions. The workforce-readiness element of the pre-launch checklist is largely complete — it’s the regulatory and production acceptance gates that remain.

    The Pre-Commercial Launch Checklist

    Boeing hasn’t published a public step-by-step launch sequence. But FAA requirements for new final assembly lines are well understood by industry, and Boeing’s own statements provide a clear picture of what’s still on the list.

    FAA Production Approval Inspection (PAI). Before a new final assembly line can produce deliverable commercial aircraft, the FAA conducts a formal Production Approval Inspection. FAA production inspectors verify that the facility’s manufacturing processes, quality management systems, documentation, and tooling all conform to the Production Approval Holder (PAH) requirements that Boeing holds for the 737 program. This is not a one-day visit. It involves detailed records review and process observation across the entire production flow.

    Conformity aircraft completion and formal acceptance. The conformity airplanes built during LRIP must be fully documented and closed out. Each one generates a formal conformity report that the FAA reviews. The FAA must formally accept the conformity findings before Boeing can transition the line to customer-deliverable production. Every finding gets resolved; every record gets reviewed.

    First commercial production airplanes started. Once the FAA clears the line, the North Line begins building jets tagged to airline orders. These first production aircraft are not conformity planes — they are in the real delivery queue. The transition from LRIP to commercial production is a discrete, FAA-acknowledged event.

    First delivery. A significant period separates “first production airplane started” from “first delivery to a customer.” A 737 final assembly at Renton currently takes 10–20 days of line time, followed by flight operations, delivery prep, and customer acceptance. The North Line’s initial deliveries could follow first production start by several weeks to a few months, depending on the ramp pace and any schedule adjustments in the delivery queue.

    The FAA Oversight Reality

    Boeing’s relationship with the FAA’s 737 oversight apparatus in 2026 is substantively different than it was in 2023. Following the door-plug incident, Boeing committed to a quality improvement program that the FAA monitors actively. That oversight is not suspended for the North Line — it applies to every aspect of the new line’s startup.

    The FAA has an explicit interest in the North Line stabilizing at low rates before Boeing is permitted to increase output significantly. Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg confirmed rate 47 per month as the summer 2026 milestone across all four 737 lines combined — and the North Line’s initial contribution to that number is intentionally modest. The line opens, builds at LRIP-adjacent rates, and demonstrates sustained quality performance before its contribution to the overall rate is increased.

    Industry analysis from Simple Flying notes that the North Line won’t instantly lift overall 737 output when it opens. The line has to be staffed, trained, and stabilized under intensified FAA oversight before meaningful rate contributions flow through. This is a feature of the regulatory environment, not a failure of planning — and it’s the right sequencing given what Boeing committed to the FAA in 2024 and 2025.

    The MAX 7 and MAX 10 Certification Connection

    The North Line’s primary long-term mission is to build the 737 MAX 10 — Boeing’s largest narrowbody variant, with more than 1,200 orders that will be built exclusively at Everett. But the MAX 10 can’t enter full production at the North Line until the FAA certifies it, and that certification is currently on track for later in 2026.

    The sequence matters: the MAX 7 and MAX 10 certifications were confirmed on track by the FAA in April 2026, with no current obstacles identified. Southwest Airlines — the 257-aircraft launch customer for the MAX 7 — has publicly projected FAA approval by August 2026. When the MAX 7 certification clears, it signals that the FAA’s regulatory review capacity and Boeing’s quality documentation are fully aligned with the 737 program. MAX 10 certification follows in close sequence.

    For Everett’s North Line workers, the practical implication is this: the line opens on 737-8s and 737-9s this summer, and transitions toward MAX 10 production as certification arrives — potentially as soon as late 2026 or early 2027. Workers building 737-8s and -9s on the North Line today are not waiting for a different job to start. They’re building the foundation of what becomes the MAX 10 line.

    What “Midsummer” Means in Practice

    Boeing’s 737 program manager Katie Ringgold first used “midsummer” language at the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Association’s Advance 2026 conference in February. Ortberg confirmed the timeline on the Q1 2026 earnings call on April 22, and Boeing’s own April feature on North Line readiness reads as a pre-launch communication rather than a progress update.

    No one at Boeing has specified July, August, or September. All three technically qualify as midsummer. The most grounded estimate from aviation industry analysis is that the North Line’s first commercial production airplanes begin in late July or August 2026, with the line contributing incrementally to overall 737 output through Q4 2026 and ramping more substantially in 2027.

    FlightGlobal reported Boeing “plans this summer to begin operating” the new Everett assembly line, consistent with every other statement Boeing has made. The question for May 2026 is not whether the North Line will open — it’s how smoothly the regulatory acceptance process moves in the next six weeks.

    What Six Weeks Looks Like

    Between now and the end of June, Boeing’s North Line team needs to close out LRIP conformity aircraft and secure FAA acceptance, complete the Production Approval Inspection for commercial deliveries, and confirm final workforce assignments across all positions on the 737 flow. None of these steps is currently flagged as a problem. Ortberg treated the North Line as an imminent operational event on the April earnings call — not a risk item requiring investor attention.

    When the North Line moves from LRIP to commercial production, Snohomish County gains something it hasn’t had in the modern era of 737 manufacturing: a final assembly line in its own backyard. The economic ripple — in supplier contracts, workforce wages, and the support services that 400+ manufacturing jobs generate — is real and lasting. Watch for the confirmation announcement in late June or early July. Midsummer is not a distant promise anymore.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: When will Boeing’s North Line in Everett open for commercial production?
    A: Boeing targets midsummer 2026. Based on the February announcement by program manager Katie Ringgold and Ortberg’s Q1 2026 earnings confirmation, late July or August 2026 is the most likely window.

    Q: What is the North Line building right now?
    A: 737-8 and 737-9 airframes under the LRIP (Low Rate Initial Production) conformity-aircraft phase. These are FAA validation airplanes, not customer deliveries. The transition to deliverable aircraft follows FAA production acceptance.

    Q: How does the North Line connect to Boeing’s rate 47 per month target?
    A: Rate 47 is the combined output target for all four 737 final assembly lines. The North Line adds incrementally at launch, with larger rate contributions factored into the path toward rate 52 and eventually 63 per month as the line matures.

    Q: What happens to workers currently training at Renton?
    A: Workers completing structured 12-week rotations at Renton return to the North Line at Everett as it opens. The training pipeline was designed to align with the midsummer launch window.

    Q: When will the North Line build 737 MAX 10 jets?
    A: After the FAA certifies the MAX 10 variant, which Boeing and the FAA have confirmed is on track for 2026. The North Line opens on 737-8s and -9s and transitions to MAX 10 production as certification clears, potentially by late 2026 or early 2027.

    Q: What does the North Line mean for Snohomish County economically?
    A: More than 400 direct manufacturing jobs at launch, plus significant ripple effects through the aerospace supplier network. For the region, this represents the largest single Boeing production footprint expansion in Snohomish County in decades — with a multi-decade employment runway tied to 1,200+ MAX 10 orders.