Carleton Farms offers so much to those who own Lake Stevens property. Locals can get fresh fruit and produce from the farm market, it is a beautiful location to host a wedding or other event, and a super fun place to visit for fall festivities. In addition to all of this, the Carleton Equine Facility offers boarding services for Lake Stevens property owners who don’t have room for their horses at their home. There are two barns as well as an indoor arena, outdoor arena, wash racks, a seasonal summer trail available along Ebey Slough, and much more.

The caregiver, Jesus, has many years of experience and takes excellent care of all horses boarded here. Horses are fed high quality grass/alfalfa hay and given sawdust bedding. Full care is available for $482 per month. This includes feeding three times a day and daily stall cleaning and turnout (6 days a week). Horses will also be given owner provided supplements. Basic care is available for $450 per month. This includes feeding two times a day as well as daily stall cleaning and supplements, but no turnout services.

Horse owners can enjoy the mud free facility (which is very important in the Pacific Northwest) year round. Ride in the indoor arena or outside arena when the weather is nice. Keep supplies in your own personal tack locker, and bathe your horse(s) at the wash racks. Please note that this is not a jumping facility, just a multi use stable. Take advantage of the gravel parking area. Limited trailer parking is available at an extra cost. Owners are allowed to bring guests but they must sign a liability release forms. Trainers are also welcome at the facility as long as they are licensed and insured. Find more details about horse boarding at Carleton Farms and schedule a tour. 

Enjoy some time away from your Snohomish real estate pampering yourself or finding relief from aches and pains at Exhale Massage Studio. Located at 902 ½ First Street, Suite 2 in Snohomish, the winter hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The studio is open Saturday by appointment only. Be sure to check back as the hours change with the season.

Licensed massage practitioner Nancy Hanson is a member of the America Massage Therapy Association. She is very active in the communities of Monroe and Snohomish and has 11 years of massage experience. Nancy enjoys continuing her education and bringing those improved skills and advanced knowledge back to her patients.

There are many therapies and services available at Exhale Massage Studio. Stimulate circulation and loosen up tight muscles with an Exhale Swedish Relaxation Massage. Do the same with a firmer touch with a Firm Massage. Deep Tissue Massage is also available and tailored to fit any area of concern. Anyone expecting a child can come in for a Mother To Be Massage. Find relief from aches and pains due to pregnancy and form a bond with your baby as the two of you are relaxed at once. Other offerings in the studio include Stone Massage, Sports Massage, Exhale Aroma Therapy, Deep Heat Therapy, Therapeutic Massage, and Ultimate Footacular Scrub/Moisture Treatment. Pricing depends on the chosen massage and the duration of the service. Personal injury protection (PIP) insurance and labor and industries (L&I) insurance are accepted.

Visit Exhale Massage Studio to read more about Nancy and her studio. There is a list of services available to Snohomish real estate owners with explanations and pricing. Also find contact information and a list of upcoming events on the website. Join Nancy’s growing list of satisfied patients and find a little relief from pain and the stressors of the world.

Make sure the pets living in your Monroe home have nothing but the best by shopping at Sam’s Cats and Dogs, Naturally. It is easy to shop at Sam’s Cats and Dogs, Naturally because you do not have to sift through bags and cans of food trying to find good quality. The store does it for you by having high minimum quality standards. All food must use human grade ingredients and use innovative manufacturing processes. There is a full money back guarantee offered at the store, which never partners with any food companies. This means that no products will ever be recommended to customers as a motive to make profits.

Sam’s Cats and Dogs, Naturally is located at 20016 Old Owen Road in Monroe. Business hours are Sunday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The staff is very friendly and courteous and available to answer questions. They are happy to give recommendations and to help patrons find exactly what they need for their pet. If it is hard to get out of your Monroe home, Sam’s offers delivery. Enjoy free delivery for any order over $50. This happens daily in Monroe and the store will rotate regional delivery to Woodinville, Duval, Echo Falls, Redmond, Snohomish, Everett, and Lake Stevens.

Grooming is also available at Sam’s in Monroe. Walk in nail trims are available seven days a week for only $15 and full service grooming is done by appointment. Grooming hours are 9 am to 5 p.m. Two full time groomers are available as well as two bathers/grooming technicians. Quotes can be given over the phone, however in person is best. Call 360.353.9076 for grooming information or 360.805.5060 to reach the store. Visit Sam’s Cats and Dogs, Naturally to read more about the store or to place an online order.

Art lovers living in Monroe have a unique opportunity to see and purchase original artworks at the Saaski Gallery. The gallery focuses on the work of artists from Pacific Rim cultures. This means that works come from China, Japan, Australia, Vietnam, and the Pacific Northwest. Not only does the gallery feature art from several different countries, there are also many different mediums represented. You’ll find beautiful paintings in watercolors, oils, and acrylic, as well as ink and pencil drawings. There are also amazing sculptures and pottery in both modern and traditional styles. Delicate glass works are displayed, along with stunning photography. A number of mixed media pieces are on display, as are works using specialty media.

Whether you’re on the hunt for a piece of art for your home or want to add to or start a collection, the Saaski Gallery is the place to go for anyone living in Monroe. Owners Elric and Leonie Saaski have many years experience as collectors and curators. The husband and wife team have been serious art collectors for years and are also seasoned business professionals in the tech industry. Their business has taken them on many world travels, which has enabled them to expand their art collection and to keep up with the developments of the art world in several countries. When they moved their business to Monroe in 2001, the new space had plenty of room to house both their private collection and a gallery. Opening Saaski Gallery was an easy step at that point!

You can visit the Saaski Gallery online and see photos of the artwork in the gallery and get directions, because no photo can ever convey the true quality of a piece of art. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To make an appointment outside regular hours, call 360.794.7844. 

There’s something totally unique about the joy a new puppy or dog can bring to Lake Stevens property owners. Dogs are full of fun and they can provide families with lots of great memories. However, it’s also important that they get the right kind of training so that dogs and their people can live together amicably. Fortunately for everyone in Lake Stevens, great local training is available through A Dog Smiles. Trainer Melissa Weinert has many years experience, first as a veterinary assistant. Then she went to Animal Behavior College and became a Certified Dog Trainer. You can rest assured that your dog is in excellent hands when you hire Melissa as your trainer.

The program at A Dog Smiles is scientifically backed and uses a rewards-based, positive reinforcement system. The training helps owners understand their dog’s genetic make-up and personality, so that training is tailored to each dog and family. Training starts with a visit to your Lake Stevens property, so that the family, dog, and trainer can all meet and get to know one another. They will work out a training package together. You can choose from several different focuses. If you have a new puppy, work on chewing, jumping, and house training. There are also manners and obedience components. Some dogs need work on special issues, like anxiety or getting used to a new baby. Melissa can help you with any of these issues.

Some breeds of dog need to have more attention and physical activity than is possible for people who work full time. A Dog Smiles can help you there, too. Dog walking services are available, and so is drop-in care.

Visit A Dog Smiles online to learn more about service offered. You can also contact Melissa directly by emailing melissa@adogsmiles.com or calling 425.686.9662. 

Snohomish Pie Company is dedicated to bringing fresh and delicious pie and other baked goods to everyone living in Snohomish and the surrounding area. This company started in 1996 and has been making hand made pies from scratch ever since. Everyone loved the pie so much that they even opened up a second location in Mountlake Terrace. Take a bite and taste the difference of fresh, locally sourced ingredients with no preservatives.

All baked goods are made from scratch every day. This means the they are sold on a first come, first served basis. Don’t wait until the end of the day to pick up your favorite pie! However, you can call ahead to have a particular flavor set aside for you. Consider ordering pies for your wedding, corporate event, or birthday party. What a fun and tasty way to mix things up. Schedule a tasting to pick out your favorite flavors. Specialty products such as bite size pies, mini pies, and cream pie shots are available for advanced order.

The menu is jam packed with tasty options for those living in Snohomish. Pie options include apple, marionberry, pecan, strawberry rhubarb, cherry, apple crumb, key lime, banana cream, chocolate cream, and many more. Watch for seasonal options as well. A whole cream pie is $26.96, a slice of cream pie is $5.25, a whole regular pie is $22.99, and a slice of regular pie is $4.25. Stop in for lunch and enjoy the daily lunch special of a half sandwich, cup of soup, and a slice of pie for just $12.99. A variety of cookies such as chocolate chip, snickerdoodle, oatmeal raisin, and peanut butter are also available for $2 each. View the full menu, find operating hours and locations, and view frequently asked questions at the Snohomish Pie Company. 

Plan a new water feature for the yard of your Monroe home at Falling Water Gardens. Walk around the grounds to take a look at display water features and gardens to foster inspiration. Ask questions of the staff and find all of the supplies you would need to make this project a reality. Shop for liners, pumps, lights, fish, aquatic plants, and much more. Channel your inner do-it-yourselfer and feel proud when your tranquil backyard pond is finished.

If this task still feels daunting, come out for a class. All classes are free of charge and rotate throughout the season. Check the calendar to see what is coming up. The classes that are offered include Pots, Bubblers, and Spitters, Pond Building 101, Aquatic Plants, Dividing and Transplanting Aquatic Plants, Lighting in the Pond and Garden, and Spring Pond Care Class.

In addition to water feature supplies, Falling Water Gardens offers shrubs, perennials, annuals, and garden art for the yard of your Monroe home. This company is proud to feature local artists at their store. Come see outdoor furniture, polished stone, wind chimes, statues, metal decorations, and many more items to transform your yard into a fun retreat. If you have any garden decor that you create, stop in to chat about Falling Water Gardens displaying your products.

Falling Water Gardens also makes a lovely and unique location for a wedding. The lawns, gardens, and water features provide beautiful backdrops and the staff works hard to to make weddings fun and easy. The bride and groom have access to the two glamping tents for getting ready. These tents can also be rented for a quiet getaway.

Falling Water Gardens is located at 17516 SR-203. Visit them online to find more information and to view the operating hours, as these are seasonal. 

Enjoy some time away from your Lake Stevens real estate running in or volunteering at the C-Trail Run 2019. This event will take place on March 9th, 2019 and begins at the 20th Street NE Centennial Trailhead. Registration and packet pickup opens at 6:45 a.m., the half marathon starts at 7 a.m., the kids .5 mile run starts at 7:55 a.m., the 10K run starts at 8:20 a.m., the 5K run starts at 8:20 a.m., awards will be at 9:10 a.m., and the course closes at 11 a.m. Please note that it would be a good idea to arrive early because parking is limited. Find street parking nearby or park at the school located a quarter of a mile away at 12806 20th St. NE and then walk over.

This is a chip timed USATF Certified Event and registration is open now. Get in on early registration, which ends February 25th, 2019 at 11:59 p.m. The costs are $45 for the half marathon, $35 for the 10K, $30 for the 5K, and $15 or the kids run. The prices go up after the early registration deadline. In addition to running, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities are available as well. Sponsorships are available from $15 up to $500. This is a great opportunity to get your business in front of Lake Stevens real estate owners. Money raised from this event will go toward supporting chamber events and also to the Stephen R. Covey Leader in Me program that operates in some Lake Stevens area schools.

The race will take place rain, snow, or sun, so dress appropriately. There will be prizes awarded and all finishers will receive a laser cut medal. Kids must be registered, unless they are in a stroller, and dogs are not allowed. Feel free to walk if need be, but all participants must be off the trail by 11 a.m. Read more about the C-Trail Run and register! 

All adults 21 and over living in Snohomish properties and the surrounding area are invited to the 10th Annual Snohomish Wine Festival. This event will take place on Saturday, March 2nd, 2019 at Crossroads, located at 9010 Marsh Road in Snohomish. Two tasting sessions are available, one from noon to 3 p.m. and the other from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Tickets are available now. Purchase a general admission ticket for $35 and attend either session. These tickets include seven tasting tickets, a $5 food voucher, a commemorative wine tasting glass, $1 off one glass of wine at the bar, and 10% off six bottles or more at the wine shop. Get a group of people together and buy a Family and Friends Special Package. Get six general admission tickets for just $150. That is a $210 value for just $150. Go all out and purchase 10th Anniversary VIP Tickets for $50 each. This grants one hour early admission to the 2nd session, 10 tasting tickets, $1 off all bar wine purchases, a $5 food voucher, a commemorative wine glass, one free “Wheel of Wine” spin coupon, and 10% off six bottles or more in the wine shop. This ticket can be used at the first session with no early entry. All who attend are invited to bring along friends to help them get back safely to their Snohomish properties. Designated driver tickets are available and include a $5 food voucher.

There is free parking at this event, and all proceeds go to support the Snohomish Chamber of Commerce. Vendors at the event include J Bookwalter Winery, Forgeron Cellars, Greggarious Cellars, Tricycle Cellars, Shackelford Vintners, and many others. Come taste your favorite wines and also find some new favorites. Read more about the Wine Festival and purchase tickets. 

The wait is over to get delicious Garlic Jim’s Pizza at the restaurant or delivered to your Monroe real estate. This new restaurant is located at 14975 North Kelsey Street in Monroe and offers gluten free pizza, salads, garlic bread, oven toasted sandwiches, wings, dessert, and drinks in addition to regular pizza. Stop in for a casual dine-in meal, grab dinner on your way home to your Monroe real estate, or rely on the delivery drivers who know their way around Monroe and should find your house with no problem. Garlic Jim’s restaurants strive to make delicious pizza quickly.

If you haven’t already tried Garlic Jim’s, come see the difference. The crust is unique in that the thin crust includes garlic and cornmeal for taste and texture, and the hand tossed crust is made with buttermilk and parmesan cheese in the mix. The sauce is made with fresh-packed tomatoes from California, not tomato paste, and the 100% whole milk mozzarella is fresh, never frozen.

Build your own pizza with your favorite toppings or choose a signature pie. Choose from selections such as Southwestern Chicken, Jim’s Veggie, Nutty Chipotle, Spinach Artichoke Pie, the Sicilian, Jim’s Garlic Chicken, or Jim’s Smokin’ Sweet BBQ Pizza. If you are short on time, try the individual Neapolitan pizza, which will be made right in front of you with the toppings of your choice in less than five minutes. Other menu items include chicken wings, chicken bites, ribs, house salad, chop salad, garlic cheese bread, ice cream, cheesecake and Cinnabon gooey bites.

There are Garlic Jim’s locations in Washington, Texas, Oregon and Colorado. Find more information about this growing company, find the full menu, and order online. Also feel free to call with any questions or phone in an order to 360.799.6953.