3 Women-owned Businesses Thriving in Snohomish

This week we’re focusing on the city of Snohomish. If you don’t already know about Snohomish, you probably should. There’s much to love about this riverside town, from its walkable downtown to its historic buildings, boutiques, and bakeries.

When supporting small and local, do consider giving your money to businesses that are owned by women as a way of creating a more equitable future for our community.

Plus, all the businesses included here have a fun activity for you to enjoy while you’re in town. Cheers!

Spada Farmhouse and Brewery

Melissa (and John) Spada, owners

709 1st St

For lovers of delicious craft beer and tasty foods

When in Snohomish, find yourself in a reclaimed historic building. Exposed brick walls and tasteful antique signage. Long bars and quality wooden tables and chairs. This is the ever-popular Spada Farmhouse and Brewery. What’s on tap? Craft beer brewed on-site as well as rotating guest taps. The beer selection changes often.

If you’re hungry, treat yourself to classic pub fare or a lighter experience of salads or appetizers. Spada has a large outdoor dining area that sits right on First Street, putting patrons right into the Snohomish experience as pedestrians, motorists, and bicyclists pass by. Perfect.

Burkhead Art Center

Melinda Burkhead, owner

21416 95th St SE

For the free and expressive spirit

Experience a full art studio in the foothills of the Cascades. Outside the town of Snohomish lies the Burkhead Art Center which hosts classes and even resident artists. With over 5,000 square feet of creative working space, this place is designed to inspire and connect creatives to instructors as well as to nurture emerging artists.

If you’re visiting from out of town, consider taking one of the many classes that the Burkhead offers in media as diverse as ceramics, encaustics, metalwork, and jewelry. They offer many one-day sessions an usually provide all materials needed for the class. Check the Burkhead website for the full listing of classes offered.

One thing is for certain: Burkhead Art Center is a place to come be inspired, no matter your skill level!

The Petal and the Stem

Candice Szarzec, owner

For an aesthetic, hands-on experience

Have you ever wanted to make your own floral arrangement? To express yourself through the beauty of flowers?

Learn a new skill or prefect your botanical game at The Petal and the Stem, a brick-and-mortar storefront on First Street. Meet up on the third Saturday of the month for a guided, two-hour-long class in arranging bouquets. All snacks, light snacks and refreshments are provided. No two events are the same as the Petal and Stem team offers rotating selection of seasonal flowers. Fun!

If you’re in town and it happens to not be the third Saturday of the month (which seems likely), be sure to drop by their storefront for pre-arranged bouquets and arrangements or check out their website for other workshops.