Arlington
Plant trees in Jensen Park for Arbor Day
It’s tree-planting time.
Arlington’s Tree Board has scheduled several events from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday in Jensen Park to celebrate Arbor Day.
Those who help plant trees at the park and along Kruger Creek will be offered free tree seedlings to plant at home.
Master gardener Bea Randall, a member of the Arlington Garden Club, plans to talk to children about the tall trees of Stillaguamish Valley during the pioneer days. She also will offer gardeners tips about apple trees and dealing with backyard varmints. Her presentations begin about 10 a.m. at Jensen Park.
Mayor Margaret Larson will be on hand at 11 a.m. to talk about the role of trees in the lives of Arlington residents.
Jensen Park is at 7801 Jensen Farm Lane in Arlington.
More info: 360-403-3448
I-5 closures in Bellingham delayed
Lane closures on I-5 in the Bellingham area that were expected to cause traffic backups for miles, affecting Snohomish County drivers headed anywhere north of the county line, have been delayed.
The lane closures were expected to begin today and last until Monday, but the forecast of wet weather prompted state transportation officials to delay the work until the weekend of April 18-21. That will be the first of four weekÂendlong closures that will narrow I-5 to one lane.
During the closures, transportation crews plan to repave ramps and smooth bridge transitions.
More info: 360-757-5997.
Classes teach you to prepare for earthquakes
April is Washington State Preparedness Month, and Arlington is offering classes so that the area’s residents are prepared for earthquakes and other disasters.
The classes will be held from 10 a.m. to noon April 19 and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 24 in the Hadley Hall Community Room at the Arlington Boys &Girls Club, 18513 59th Ave. NE, Arlington. Advance registration required.
To register: Chris Badger at 360-403-3618 or cbadger@ci.arlington.wa.us
Stanwood
Community &Senior Center needs volunteers
The Stanwood Community &Senior Center is in need of several volunteers to carry out a variety of jobs and services.
Volunteers are needed to drive seniors to doctor appointments, serve and clean up lunches, answer phones, work at the thrift store, and help with other tasks.
The senior center is at 7430 276th St. NW.
More info: Sandy Kitchens at s.kitchens@stanwoodseniorcenter.org, Colleen Wilcox at c.wilcox@stanwoodseniorcenter.org, or call 360-629-7403.
Tulalip
Tribal board to meet today and Saturday
The Tulalip Tribes Board of Directors will meet today and Saturday for its regular board meeting. Board Chairman Mel Sheldon, Glen Gobin and Chuck James, who were all re-elected at the tribes’ General Council meeting in March, will be sworn in for new three-year terms.
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