Book-related events in Snohomish County.

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Author events and poetry readings around Snohomish County

The listings include Third Place Books, Everett Public Library and Neverending Bookshop events.

Don Sarver, left, and Kyle James, right, snowshoe on the Skyline Lake Trail on Jan. 26, 2019, in Leavenworth. (Olivia Vanni / Herald file)
Don Sarver, left, and Kyle James, right, snowshoe on the Skyline Lake Trail on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019 in Leavenworth, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Outdoors classes and activities around Snohomish County

The listings include Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest updates and REI Lynnwood workshops.

Darren Nielson runs trivia night at Brews Almighty in Everett on October 27, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Everett’s trivia man crafts questions for a living

Darren Nielson left his job at Boeing and has since become a full-time trivia host.

My dinner with Franklin: Indimenticabile.

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Rick Steves’ indimenticabile dinner with Franklin in Verona, Italy

The word is Italian for “unforgettable,” and aptly describes meals at this small restaurant.

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Dr. Paul’s tips on coping with physical change as we grow older

In many instances we cannot rid ourselves of infirmity. But we can learn to accept what we cannot…

Samantha Breeden, 3, left, and brother John Breeden, 5, right, pose for a photo with Krampus at Oddmall: Emporium of the Weird on Nov. 9, 2019 in Monroe, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Merry Creepsmas! Oddmall event is back, with Krampus

Over 100 vendors will be at the Monroe fairgrounds this weekend at the free bazaar of the bizarre.

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New wintergreen varieties are a hit during the holidays

Now that the thrill of summer has passed and the warm colors of fall are fading with each…

The White Rose cornucopia vase by Roseville Pottery has been reproduced. Authentic vases like this one can sell for $100 to $125. (Cowles Syndicate Inc.)

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Strange piece of art pottery goes all the way back to the 1890s

This strange piece of art pottery is a cornucopia vase, popular in the 1930s. It was made by…

Cardamine trifolia has three palmate, dark green leaflets that are topped in spring with short spikes of small white cupped flowers. (Richie Steffen)

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Great Plant Pick: Cardamine trifolia

This little charmer has three palmate, dark green leaflets that are topped in spring with short spikes of…

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The Snohomish Conservation District is hosting a “Lawns to Lettuce” webinar Nov. 4 via Zoom.

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Home and garden events and resources around Snohomish County

Home and garden events and resources around Snohomish County

Children watch the Veterans Day Parade as it makes its way down Olympic Avenue on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021 in Arlington, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Gallery: Arlington hosts Veterans Day Parade

People gathered along Olympic Avenue in Arlington to celebrate veterans.

Jude Hill, center, in "Belfast." MUST CREDIT: Rob Youngson/Focus Features

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‘Belfast’ is a childhood remembrance steeped in heartbreak

Kenneth Branagh’s movie is an emotional and intimate childhood remembrance steeped in nostalgia and heartbreak.

From left, Ruth Negga and Tessa Thompson in the film "Passing." (Netflix/TNS)

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‘Passing’: Racial drama torn between two worlds in 1920s New York

This tepid character study touches on elements of mystery, forbidden romance and politics but never quite reaches a…

Jack Whitehall in "Clifford the Big Red Dog." (Courtesy Paramount Pictures/TNS)

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‘Clifford’: Plenty of special-effects fur, not a lot of heart

The giant red dog, created in CGI of course, fails to make a connection with audiences in this…

Curtis Salgado, an Everett-born blues singer-songwriter, will perform Feb. 28 at the Historic Everett Theatre. (Joe Rosen)

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Arts and entertainment calendar: Music, theater and more

Everett-born bluesman Curtis Salgado returns for a fundraiser in Arlington.

Second grader Emma Bahboud jumps for joy after splitting  an apple in half using just heir hands during class at Penny Creek Elementary School on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021 in Everett, Washington.  (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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Apple-splitting TikTok lands Everett teacher on ‘Ellen’ show

Sean Reich teaches students, staff and Ellen DeGeneres how to halve apples with bare hands.

This warm arugula salad delivers a satisfying mix of pan-fried chicken tenders, fresh orange, olives and goat cheese in a warm citrus dressing, with a toasted almond garnish for crunch. (Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/TNS)

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A warm arugula salad that pulls together in minutes

Paired with some crusty bread and a glass of crisp rosé, it is a perfect meal for two.…

The 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata is available as a soft-top convertible or the power-folding hard-top model shown here. (Manufacturer photo)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata’s appeal is in the styling and shifting

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are newly standard for 2021, and wireless CarPlay is now available.

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Skylux Travel fails to forward man’s Delta Air Lines refund

After his flights are canceled, the airline says it issued a prompt refund to his travel agency. Why…

Bullfighting comes with rituals, pageantry, and brutality.

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At medieval, cruel spectacle in Madrid, two bulls is plenty

Bullfighting is a cherished part of Spanish culture, but let’s be candid: It’s also animal torture.