Elephant Paints Self-Portrait

For the Love of Cheese

Union Square Grill Presents special promotion Featuring Local Artisan Cheese Maker River Valley Ranch. More info also available at www.rivervalleycheese.com

Extra sailings on Port Townsend-Keystone ferry run

Web MD's tips on baby-proofing your home

Wasabi Grilled Salmon with Ginger Plum Chutney

Recipe developed by Lynne Vea

Write the UW anthem

The UW is looking for a lyricist to write words for a new school anthem.

Deal of the Day

Circuitcity.com is offering a coupon code good for at least 5% off select purchases. Just type in the code RPAENUEAB9 at checkout.

Green Your Pets

Find links to info about products shown on the 4 p.m. news by King County EcoConsumer Tom Watson.

Dishing with Kathy Casey

Seattle’s best-known food expert has Mother’s Day suggestions today for a d’lish dinner you can make for your favorite Mom!

Reality Check driver's training

A specialized program for new drivers or experienced drivers looking to improve their skills or how to react in an emergency.

Currency Conversion Fee Antitrust Litigation

Did you use your credit card to shop in a foreign country? Time's running out for a chance to get money back.

As part of a class-action settlement, major credit card companies agreed to return millions of dollars in charges billed to customers who used their credit or debit cards to buy goods outside the United States. The filing deadline is May 30th. For more information and claim forms, visit the above link.

Walk Score

Enter the address of the home you're looking to purchase and find the amenities within walking distance.

Furrytale farm

This no-kill animal shelter needs help - donations are down, but the animals keep coming in due to tough economic times.

Average Joe Cat Show 2008

Join Purrfect Pals the the fifth annual Average Joe Cat Show in Shoreline, Washington on Saturday May 10, 2008!

Orangutan art

Orangutan painting from "Towan" up for bid at Woodland Park Zoo.

Car-free bicycling

Seattle is making a portion of Lake Washington Boulevard car-free for bicyclists for ten weekend days starting this month.

I Puritani

I Puritani features Seattle Opera favorites Norah Amsellem, Lawrence Brownlee, John Relyea, and Mariusz Kwiecen plus newcomers Eglise Gutierrez and Bradley Williams.

Okanogan-Wenatchee Nat'l Forest Campground proposal

You can also make a public comment at this link.

IRS Tax Rebate Calculator

How much you should expect to get back from the IRS with your rebate check.

World Vision

World Vision has already begun relief efforts for Myanmar with two relief teams working inside Myanmar.

Find out when your stimulus check will likely arrive

This official IRS Web site will let you figure out when your funds should arrive.

Greenpower Baby Shower Expo

Green eco friendly products for moms-to-be and new moms

Coast Guard Safety Ideas For Your Boat

Product Runway

Local architecture and interior design firms have been paired with fashion students to create gourmet garments from construction materials. The garments will be judged Friday night at Product Runway.

Dishing with Kathy Casey

Seattle’s Best-Known food expert chats with Lisa Brooks and Eric Slocum this week about Fresh Spring Morel Mushrooms. And she has some special tips and recipes for you here.

Critical Crossings

Interactive website dedicated to pedestrian safety.

The first $2 billion home

The world’s largest and most expensive home will be completed in January.

ButtonedUp.com

Help for organizing your kitchen.

Kent police asking for help locating 'Days Inn Stabber'

Kent police detectives have identified the robber who on April 8 jumped over the counter and assaulted the desk clerk at the Days Inn Motel, 1711 West Meeker St in Kent. Click on the link above to see a picture of the suspect, Shannon D. Hill.

Copper River Salmon Grilling Tips

Seattle Humane Society Pet Food Bank

To be considered for services, low-income seniors should call their local senior center or (425) 649-7567. To donate, stop by Westfield Southcenter Mall on Thursday from 5am- 8pm.

Academic Summer Camp for Kids

A 10-day program at the University of Washington to teach kids about learning and life skills.

Free Trees in Seattle

Sign up for free trees in your neighborhood. You can also go to this link

Ideas for Mother’s Day

Seattle Mama’s handbook has the top picks for pampering mom

Free Trees

Informmation on how obtain free trees for your neighborhood.

Economic Stimulus Check Calendar

IRS web site that breaks down when checks will be sent out or deposited.

Breaking the Mother's Day gift cycle with personalized gifts from Imagekind

KOMO Viewers can take advantage of a free shipping code. It’s MDAY2008 and expires May 11th. Viewers enter it at checkout.

Cooking Light online magazine

A brand new cookbook is out this month from Cooking Light magazine. Inside you'll find more than 1,200 recipes in every imagineable category, along with time-saving kitchen tips and techniques.

World Laughter Tour

'We Who Walk' tour of state capitals

Speaking of compliments, our state's capital just got a big one. Walking advocate Sue Parks named Olympia one of the most stunning settings among U.S. state capitals for a walk. She's visited all 50 on her "We Who Walk" tour.

National Asian Pacific Center on Aging

National Multilingual Toll-free Helpline Numbers and more information on resources available to Older Asian Americans.

Camping reservations

Despite early season cold weather and high gas prices, campground reservations are up this year compared to last. Reserve a state park campsite here.

Dining Out For Life

30% of all proceeds benefit Lifelong AIDS Alliance and the fight against HIV and AIDS in the Puget Sound region.

Deal of the Day: Chocolate Savings

Amazon.com is offering 50% off select chocolate gifts and baskets online. All you have to do is type in the code "CHAWCLAT" at checkout.

The Grocery Game

Saving money grocery shopping with coupons.

Veteran’s Assistance Program

If you live in Snohomish County and are a veteran in need of assistance.

Tuxes and Tails 2008

19th annual event that raises hundreds of thousands of dollars for the Seattle Humane Society and animals in our community. Last year, raised $850,000.

April 22, 2008 Special Election Results

Election Results for April 22 Special Elections:

Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling Program

They will pick up your old refrigerators and freezers

Fluorescent Light Bulb Recycling Sites

For King County locations, click here.

For Pierce County locations, click here.

For Snohomish County, click here.

For Skagit County, click here.

For Thurston County, click here.

For Kitsap County, click here.

For Lewis County, click here.

For Grays Harbor County, click here.