[VIDEO] Fun Holiday Apps for the Whole Family

From personalized postcards to online gift guides, these mobile apps are a great resource during the holiday season.

5 Things to Know Today

Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.

Help Seattle Animal Shelter receive up to 1,000 pet toys

PetSafe will donate one toy to a pet at Seattle Animal Shelter for each new “Like” received on Facebook through Dec. 31.

Easy Ways to Dress Up Your Christmas Cookie Recipes

Here's how to boost the wow factor of your favorite holiday cookie.

Six Ways to Save Your Sanity During the Holidays

Here’s how to head off every seasonally stressful situation.

10 DIY Teacher Gifts You Can Make in Mason Jars

Get creative (and save cash) with these fun projects.

Advent Vespers of Expectation with the Byrd Ensemble

Time running out for IRA Charitable Rollover says Seattle-area philanthropy advisor

[VIDEO] How to Make Homemade Paint for Kids' Craft Projects

Keep kids busy by using old kitchen spices to make paint.

Chef Aaron McCargo Jr. and Fresenius Medical Care Share Kidney-Friendly Secrets to Enjoying Holiday Leftovers

Map: What Part of Town Had the Most Increase in Home Values?

Nationally, home values have significantly increased this year, but experts say growth is likely to slow down in 2014. The map below shows a snapshot of the percentage of homes that increased in value across town.

Sing It! Holiday Caroling 101 [SPONSORED]

Go Caroling Day is just around the corner on Dec. 20. If you want to bring joy to the neighborhood, here’s how to get ready.

Computer Q&A at the Commons

5 Things to Know Today

Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.

Community Update

Turns out Ron Howard doodles

Best Data Maps of 2013: Who Works From Home?

More and more people are working at home as a result of the advancement of technology.

Soups On Cafe Now Open!

Trends in Holiday Toys: Tetris Is Cool Again!

Here's a surprise: retailers are ordering fewer toys this year.

Community Update

Easy Mini-Meals You Can Make in a Muffin Tin

These meals are portable, easy to freeze in bulk and super-simple.

5 Things to Know Today

How Pope Francis Models Best Practices of Leadership & Charitable Giving

Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Annual meeting: Elwha River Dam Restoration

This Friday's Round Table: The Long and Winding Road

5 Party-Perfect Christmas Cookie Recipes

Make these gorgeous sweet treats this weekend.

[VIDEO] The Best Mobile Apps for Organizing Coupons

Stop fumbling with scraps of cut-out paper coupons and save the high-tech way.

9 DIY Foodie Gifts That Practically Make Themselves

Save cash this season with these delicious DIY holiday gifts.

NW Special Artists Holiday Sale

This Week, We’re Sending Notes to Newtown

A year after the shooting, we invite you to send good thoughts Newtown's way.

[VIDEO] How to Make the Perfect Grilled Cheese

This spin on a classic grilled cheese sandwich is the perfect lunch or quick weeknight meal.

5 Things to Know This Week

Christmas Season 2013 at Church of the Redeemer

Best Maps of 2013: Obama Won the 'Starbucks Counties'

Strange Fact: The more Starbucks cafes there are in town, the more likely that county voted Democratic last election.

Holiday Recipe: Fall-Inspired Banana Bread

Filled with extra goodies like cranberry, nuts and chocolate, this banana bread is the perfect addition to a holiday or weekend brunch.

Nelson Mandela’s Five Philanthropy Lessons

Best Maps of 2013: Local Obesity Rates

While obesity is still prevalent in the U.S., for the first time the number of poor children who are obese dropped.

When to Ship Your Packages for Christmas

Use the interactive calendar below to make sure your gifts are sent in time for delivery by Dec. 25.

Unique Holiday gifts and a fun Party with the 46th District Democrats!

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