Front Porch

EVENTS

Photos with Santa in Marysville

Santa Claus is scheduled to pose for photos in the museum at the Marysville Historical Society from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 8. The organization also plans to sell baked goods to raise money for the museum, which is located at 6805 Armar Road.

More info: info@marysvillehistory.org

Free lectures on Tuesday

The University of Washington’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute offers two free lectures on Tuesday, but at different locations and at different times.

Birder and author Connie Sidles explains “How Birds Winterize,” 10 a.m. at the Mill Creek Senior Center, 4111 133rd St. SE.

John Jensen presents on new information about “The Legacy of Pearl Harbor,” noon at Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave., Mukilteo.

More info: 206-685-6549

Glitz for the stocking

The Camano Center’s 2nd Chance Thrift Shop has saved the best donations of jewelry for its Give the Gift of Glitz Sale, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday. The sale will be held at the Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island. Find gold, silver, pearls and other pieces.

More info: 360-387-0222

How to treat feral cats

The Community Cat Coalition offers its free “Basic TNR: Trap, Neuter, Return” class, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 8. Registration required. An orientation to the nonprofit group precedes at 2:30 p.m.

More info: CCCofWaTNRclass@gmail.com

Origami birds

December’s Origami Cool Zone program shows how to fold some festive birds, like a swan or crane, for holiday decorations, 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday at the Stanwood Library, 9701 271st St. NW. All ages.

More info: 360-629-3132

WAYS TO HELP

A chance to help

To honor his memory and help others, Debbie Howell has been collecting donations every winter since she lost her son, Cameron, to cancer in 2004. A donation box for new lap blankets, hats, activity books, stationary and pens, coloring books, toys and other small activities is set up at Magic Shears, her salon at 306 N. Olympic Ave in downtown Arlington. The items are donated to Cascade Valley Hospital for oncology and other departments where patients and their families spend hours at a time in the hospital. The drop-box will be open through Dec. 22.

More info: 360-435-3833

Santa’s elves need help

The Marysville Community Food Bank and Toy Store is in particular need of toys for ages 10-17 and infants. Stocking stuffers for all ages also are needed.

Drop off toys, gift cards, books and coats through Friday at local businesses or any city government building.

Volunteers also are still needed for the toy store Dec. 10-13.

More info: fbtoystore@gmail.com

Talk to us

> Give us your news tips.

> Send us a letter to the editor.

> More Herald contact information.

More in Local News

Olivia Vanni / The Herald 
The Mukilteo Lighthouse. Built in 1906, it’s one of the most iconic landmarks in Snohomish County.
The Mukilteo Lighthouse. Built in 1906, it’s one of the most iconic landmarks in Snohomish County. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Mukilteo mayor vetoes council-approved sales tax

The tax would have helped pay for transportation infrastructure, but was also set to give Mukilteo the highest sales tax rate in the state.

Marysville Mayor Jon Nehring gives the state of the city address at the Marysville Civic Center on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, in Marysville, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Marysville council approves interim middle housing law

The council passed the regulations to prevent a state model code from taking effect by default. It expects to approve final rules by October.

x
State audit takes issue with Edmonds COVID grant monitoring

The audit report covered 2023 and is the third since 2020 that found similar issues with COVID-19 recovery grant documentation.

Bothell
Bothell man pleads guilty to sexual abuse of Marysville middle schoolers

The man allegedly sexually assaulted three students in exchange for vapes and edibles in 2022. His sentencing is set for Aug. 29.

Larsen talks proposed Medicaid cuts during Compass Health stop in Everett

Compass Health plans to open its new behavioral health center in August. Nearly all of the nonprofit’s patients rely on Medicaid.

Everett
Judge sentences man, 73, for intending to have sex with ‘teen’ in Everett

The Arizona man sent explicit images to an agent posing as a 13-year-old. Investigators found images of child sexual abuse on his phone.

State’s draft of climate action plan open for public comment

Residents can submit public comments or climate-related stories online through Aug. 22.

Community members gather for the dedication of the Oso Landslide Memorial following the ten-year remembrance of the slide on Friday, March 22, 2024, at the Oso Landslide Memorial in Oso, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
The Daily Herald garners 6 awards from regional journalism competition

The awards recognize the best in journalism from media outlets across Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington.

The Edmonds School Board discusses budget cuts during a school board meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Edmonds school board approves 2025-26 budget

After facing an estimated $8.5 million shortfall earlier in the year, the board passed a balanced budget Tuesday.

A wall diagram shows the “journey of the ballot” at the new Elections Center on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
County Auditor: No need for feds to meddle with state or local elections

Garth Fell’s comments were in response to a report of Justice Department mulling criminal charges against election officials.

Edmonds Police Chief Loi Dawkins speaks after the city council approved her appointment on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Edmonds City Council confirms new police chief

Assistant Chief Loi Dawkins will begin in the role Aug. 1. She has more than 23 years of law enforcement experience, including three years in Edmonds.

The Edmonds City Council discuss the levy during a city council meeting on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Edmonds votes to place levy lid lift on the ballot

By a vote of 5-2, the council decided to put the $14.5 million property tax levy lid lift to voters in November.

Support local journalism

If you value local news, make a gift now to support the trusted journalism you get in The Daily Herald. Donations processed in this system are not tax deductible.