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Grow a carnivorous terrarium at library

Learn about the care and feeding of a carnivorous terrarium and make your own “lethal little habitat,” 2 p.m. April 8 at the Everett Public Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave.

Supplies included.

Seating is limited and sign-up is required.

This event is for adults.

More info: 425-257-8000

Relay for Life kickoff

The American Cancer Society holds a Regional Cancer Warrior Summit for anyone interested in participating in Relay for Life fundraising events this year, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. March 31 at Everett Community College, 2000 Tower St.

There will be door prizes, snacks, speakers and more.

Register at tinyurl.com/CancerWarriorSummit.

More info: relayforlife.org

Mosses and lichens of Camano Island

Learn how mosses, lichens and fungi contribute to the growth of our Evergreen State forests with WSU Master Gardener Deborah Smeltzer, 7 p.m. March 21 at the Camano Multipurpose Center, 141 N East Camano Drive, Camano Island.

The Camano Wildlife Habitat Project, sponsored by Friends of Camano Island Parks, hosts public presentations the third Wednesday of each month.

Then, follow up with a field trip at Four Springs Lake Preserve, 1 p.m. March 25, as retired botanist Russ Holmes points out common Camano mosses, lichens, liverworts and fungi.

Meet in the main parking lot at 585 Lewis Lane. (No dogs.)

More info: 360-387-2236, www.camanowildlifehabitat.org

English High Tea in Edmonds

An English High Tea is set for 1 to 3 p.m. March 24 at the Edmonds Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave.

Cost is $8 for members, $10 for nonmembers.

Enjoy tea and finger foods, and wear a favorite hat. Bring your own special teacup, or use one provided.

Seating is limited and advance sign-up is required.

More info: 425-774-5555

SUPPORT

Arlington events

The Stillaguamish Senior Center, at 18308 Smokey Point Blvd. in Arlington, offers a variety of classes and support activities. Here are a few:

Resource fair: The Stilly Resource Fair is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 28 and will offer free health screenings, information and resources for social services and health, healthy snacks, giveaways and prizes.

Senior support groups: A peer support group meets 9:50-10:50 a.m. second and fourth Wednesdays.

A caregiver support group meets 3-4 p.m. first Mondays.

A grief support group meets 3-4 p.m. Mondays.

Driving safety: A “55 Alive” defensive driving class is offered 9 a.m.-1 p.m. the second Tuesday to Wednesday of each month.

Cost is $15 AARP members, $20 non-members. Sign-up required.

More info: 360-653-4551

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