EVENTS
Anxiety awareness
Henry M. Jackson High School students, staff and their families are invited to watch a film about anxiety, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday at the high school’s commons, 1508 136th St. SE, Mill Creek.
The movie, called “Angst,” talks about what causes anxiety, its effects and what people can do for themselves and others. It includes mental health experts and how to get help. A discussion is planned. This free event is suitable for those age 10 and older.
More info: www.hmjacksonptsa.org
Sale season
Bargains will be blooming all over town Saturday when community yard sale season kicks into gear with the Great Mukilteo Garage Sale. Rosehill Community Center in Old Town will host vendors. The sale also covers south Everett, Picnic Point and Lake Serene.
A number of early bird sales will be held Friday, and others will continue Sunday. The hunt continues, for free, after that. Many people put items by the curb Monday and Wednesday on their regular trash pickup day for the city sponsored “Spring Cleanup.”
Can’t make it this weekend or want more? The mega Mill Creek Spring Garage Sale is May 4.
More info: www.mukilteowa.gov
Project Linus
Make-a-Blanket Day is from noon to 5 p.m. April 27 at Valley View Bible Church, 9717 31st Ave. SE, Everett. The goal is to make 100 quilts and blankets to be donated to kids who have experienced traumatic life events in Snohomish County. Materials and equipment will be provided. No experience required, but participants are encouraged to bring their own sewing machine. Come for an hour or the day. Volunteers are needed to help sew, iron, inspect, pin, fringe and tie. Snacks and door prizes are provided.
Can’t come? Make a blanket and drop it off at Pacific Fabrics & Crafts, 10203 Evergreen Way, Everett.
More info: 425-252-4524
Great Big Kids Books Giveaway
Red Beard Books and the Freemasons of Crystal Lodge are hosting The Great Big Kids Book Giveaway 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 4 at 419 Columbia Ave., Marysville. The free event open to everyone will have a range of kid’s books and teaching curriculum. Donations are still being accepted for the giveaway.
More info: Email Dan at redbeardbooks@gmail.com
HEADS UP
Water quality report
The city of Lynnwood’s annual water quality report is now available. It details local sources of drinking water, testing, allowable limits of substances and levels of substances detected. The report is available online at www.LynnwoodWA.gov/AnnualWaterReport or by calling the city’s public works department at 425-670-5200.
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