Fred Chu is the artistic director of the Pacifica Chamber Orchestra.

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Chamber orchestra to share the musical ‘colors’ of spring

Pacifica’s concert Sunday in Everett will feature music that is “light, funny and very French.”

Move over, Bill Nye: Jargie the Science Girl makes learning fun

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Move over, Bill Nye: Jargie the Science Girl makes learning fun

Jocelyn Argueta, aka Jargie the Science Girl, is making a stop at the Edmonds Center for the Arts.

Indian-style pizzas at Can Am’s raise eyebrows — in a good way

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Indian-style pizzas at Can Am’s raise eyebrows — in a good way

The family-owned pizza chain with a Mill Creek location offers a wide selection of topping choices.

Roommates find challenge in each other — and life — in ‘Ripcord’

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Roommates find challenge in each other — and life — in ‘Ripcord’

The Phoenix Theatre production, which is part comedy, part drama, opens March 29 in Edmonds.

Art ‘adds to the whole vibe’ of Paine Field’s new terminal

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Art ‘adds to the whole vibe’ of Paine Field’s new terminal

More than a point of departure, artwork and memorabilia now a part of Snohomish County’s airport.

Celebrate spring’s arrival with a day-trip to San Juan Island

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Celebrate spring’s arrival with a day-trip to San Juan Island

Leave your car on the mainland and explore the island by bus, bike or scooter.

Imagine this: Special time for grand families at children’s museum

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Imagine this: Special time for grand families at children’s museum

Grandparents raising grandchildren play for free at the Imagine Children’s Museum on first Sundays.

American roots band Low Lily to make a stop in Snohomish

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American roots band Low Lily to make a stop in Snohomish

The group mixes Irish, Scottish and bluegrass sounds, plus a “drop of pop influences as well.”

Snapshot of art galleries and exhibits in Snohomish County

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Snapshot of art galleries and exhibits in Snohomish County

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Hear Woody Guthrie’s songs and stories at a free Everett show

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Hear Woody Guthrie’s songs and stories at a free Everett show

Oregon artist Adam Miller will perform 12 of the legendary folk singer’s songs at the library.

Everett Chorale to stage kid-friendly ‘Musical Tall Tales’

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Everett Chorale to stage kid-friendly ‘Musical Tall Tales’

The 30-minute performances will be at the Everett Library and Imagine Children’s Museum on March 23.

A chance to see, another to learn, Irish and Scottish dance

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A chance to see, another to learn, Irish and Scottish dance

Watch the Celtic dances at the Imagine Children’s Museum or try them at the Everett Boys & Girls…

Artists make the most of small space in Gallery North show

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Artists make the most of small space in Gallery North show

The Edmonds gallery’s “Small Works Show” features art no bigger than 154 square inches — about a foot.

We tried the ‘no-recipe recipe’ trend and didn’t hate it

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We tried the ‘no-recipe recipe’ trend and didn’t hate it

If cooking without measuring makes you nervous, practice with classic beans and rice.

Snohomish’s Cocos Mariscos & Bar: Go for the food — and the fun

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Snohomish’s Cocos Mariscos & Bar: Go for the food — and the fun

It’s a jumping place with a party atmosphere — and the seafood’s pretty good, too.

Chimes of freedom: Nazi resister’s courage inspires new novel

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Chimes of freedom: Nazi resister’s courage inspires new novel

An Edmonds-Woodway graduate’s book tells about her husband’s grandfather who dared to defy the Nazis.

Teen tells of his attempted suicides in hope of lifting stigma

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Teen tells of his attempted suicides in hope of lifting stigma

Joey Walker’s essay on “Failure … Freedom” is about overcoming depression and suicidal thoughts.

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A list of garden clubs in Snohomish and Island counties

Alderwood Garden Club: Cedar Valley Grange Hall, 20526 52nd Ave. W., Lynnwood; 425-771-7670; mkboley@comcast.net.

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Home and garden events around Snohomish County

Spring Plant Sale: The Northwest Horticultural Society’s annual spring plant sale is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.…

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Fun family events in Snohomish County and beyond

Wake up, fall to sleep: Psychologist Diane Gillespie, author of “Stories for Going Back to Sleep,” helps craft…