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Published 1:30 am Wednesday, July 5, 2017
EVENTS
Tour the trolley
More of Lynnwood’s History & Heritage Days are set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Aug. 12 at Heritage Park, 19921 Poplar Way. Tour the restored Interurban Car 55, get a free conductor’s hat, use the photo booth, visit the museum and watch a giant Lego trolley being built.
More info: playlynnwood.com
Don’t forget Shindig
The annual Sultan Shindig runs Friday through Sunday. It includes a logging contest, carnival, parade, street fair and car show. The grand marshal this year is Marianne Naslund, a longtime volunteer with Shindig. Check out the full schedule for various events, music shows and family-friendly activities, as well as a beer garden.
More info: www.skyvalleychamber.com, 360-793-0983
Classes help aspiring authors
Sno-Isle Libraries offers a “Write Now” class series to help local writers write, revise, publish and find an audience. This year’s line-up includes 46 classes, starting with “Breaking the Rules of Writing 101” at 6 p.m. July 11 at the Granite Falls Library.
Some classes require registration.
More info: sno-isle.org/events
OPPORTUNITY
Sign up for fire camp
The Lynnwood Fire Department’s “Kid’s Fire Camp” still has spots open. Camp runs during business hours July 18-21. Boys and girls ages 11 to 14 are welcome. Participants gets hands-on experiences while learning about water safety, rescue operations and firefighting. Cost is $150. Scholarships are available.
More info: Misty Burton Burke at 425-670-5302
MEETING
Provide input on fire levy
Camano Island Fire and Rescue is considering seeking a levy lid lift for the general election in November. The next public meeting to provide comment on the issue is set for 7 p.m. July 10 at department headquarters, 811 Sunrise Blvd. The revenue would be used for firefighter staffing.
HEADS UP
Watch out for well-worn scam
The jury duty scam is back. The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office again is receiving reports that scammers are imitating deputies on the phone. Victims are told they need to pay money to avoid arrest for missed jury duty. Law enforcement and court officials will never ask for personal financial information or your Social Security number over the phone. Report scam calls to your local police department. Be especially wary of any caller who wants you to submit payment by using gift cards or prepaid cash cards.
Island County burn ban
An outdoor burn ban is in effect for Island County starting at noon Friday. No outdoor burning of natural debris is allowed, even with a permit. Some recreational fires are OK in approved fire pits or in the use of camp stoves. The ban is in place until further notice.
More info: 360-679-7350, 360-428-1617
