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Where to hear live music in Snohomish County

The Anchor Pub: 1001 Hewitt Ave., Everett; 425-374-2580. Bob Strickland’s jazz jam, 5 to 8 p.m. July 17.…

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Worth the Drive: Lavender, square dancing, dragons, art

Enjoy a sweet-smelling sea of purple

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Where to dance in Snohomish County

Cama Center: Cama Beach Historical State Park, 1880 SW Camano Drive, Camano Island. Family square dances from 7…

Coffee is a Bigfoot hairy deal at this roadside Index stand

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Coffee is a Bigfoot hairy deal at this roadside Index stand

INDEX — No bodacious bikini baristas at this coffee stand.

The sky isn’t the limit for this Everett CC grad

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The sky isn’t the limit for this Everett CC grad

Jerry Jarvis, 22, is a 2016 honors graduate of Everett Community College with an associate’s degree in mechanical…

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Life can be a beach if you pack the right stuff

Don’t party like it’s the summer of 2015.

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A drink to spritz up your staycation

When enjoying a staycation, do as the Romans do.

Almost time for a new Harry Potter story. How are you preparing?

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Almost time for a new Harry Potter story. How are you preparing?

There’s something about Harry.

Jetty is ready for summer fun at the beach

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Jetty is ready for summer fun at the beach

JETTY ISLAND — Stretch onto memory-foam sand. Tune out the noises in your head. Let the kids run…

Head to Maltby for the scoop on creamy frozen treats

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Head to Maltby for the scoop on creamy frozen treats

People in Mukilteo eat New York cheesecake. So why shouldn’t people in New York eat Mukilteo Mudd ice…

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Where to hear live music in Snohomish County

The Conway Muse: 18444 Spruce and Main, Conway; 360-445-3000; conwaymuse.com.

Jetty Island is open for fun in the sun

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Jetty Island is open for fun in the sun

Jetty Island is open for the season. The 2-mile long island is flat and sandy and a great…

Andy Bronson / The Herald                                A sculpture is set back in the garden of John and Kathleen Neal on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 in Montlake Terrace, Wa. The screen was designed by Kathleen and built by her husband John last year and placed at back of pond along the fence line.

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Flower power! Club lets gardeners share perennial love

MOUNTLAKE TERRACE — Kathleen and John Neal are the perfect storm of talents.

Mukilteo baker makes sweetness from sadness

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Mukilteo baker makes sweetness from sadness

Wine, pastries and a view of the water. The Sydney Bakery & Wine Bar in Old Town Mukilteo…

Here’s your chance to name Woodland Park Zoo’s new butterflies

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Here’s your chance to name Woodland Park Zoo’s new butterflies

Flickie Vickie. Wingy Wayne. Monarchy Mark.

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Primp up your pet’s digital footprint with new emoji

Emojis have gone to the dogs.

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Dogs need Independence Day safety considerations too

The Fourth of July is the worst day of the year to be a dog.

Feeling spicy? Bib up and dig into Everett’s Cajun Crawfish

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Feeling spicy? Bib up and dig into Everett’s Cajun Crawfish

Who can resist fried rice with pineapple, sausage and shrimp?

Tour leader knows Fremont quirks all too well

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Tour leader knows Fremont quirks all too well

Mark Ukelson, 64, is a superhero for the arts.

Interior design meets virtual reality at Lowe’s

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Interior design meets virtual reality at Lowe’s

This is not your kid’s video game.