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EVENTS

Learn about apprenticeship

An Entry to Apprenticeship workshop is set for 6 p.m. Monday at the Everett Public Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave. Learn about trades that offer programs to train skilled workers. Co-sponsored by Workforce Snohomish.

More info: 425-257-8000

School tour with superintendent

Edmonds School District Superintendent Kristine McDuffy will lead a breakfast and school tour, 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday starting from Mountlake Terrace High School, 21801 44th Ave. W. Walk through the lunch line in the commons to enjoy a school meal, then take a tour of the high school and Mountlake Terrace Elementary School. Remaining tours this school year are planned for March 6 and May 1.

More info: 425-431-7045

OPPORTUNITIES

City scholarships up for grabs

Several local cities are taking part in the Association of Washington Cities’ statewide Center for Quality Communities Scholarship Fund. Each city or town is able to nominate one student. Six $1,000 scholarships will be awarded.

Recruitment and selection is done by the cities. Interested high school seniors should contact their local city hall.

Students competing for the scholarships must be involved in city government, their community or school leadership. They must live in the boundaries of the city in which they apply. There is an application, reference letter and personal essay required.

Deadlines vary but typically fall in February.

More info: www.cfqc.org

Boat into Canada with confidence

The nonprofit Everett Sail and Power Squadron offers a seminar on “Crossing Borders” about taking your boat into Canadian or Mexican waters, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Jan. 8 at the Snohomish County PUD, 2320 California St., Everett. Cost is $30 in advance, $35 at the door.

More info: everettsailandpowersquadron.com

Help make Mill Creek beautiful

Mill Creek seeks volunteers with a background or interest in landscaping or art to fill three vacancies on the Arts and Beautification Board. Submit your name for consideration by close of business Dec. 21. Submissions may be received online at www.cityofmillcreek.com/boardapplication or via letter of interest to Gina Pfister, Acting City Clerk, 15728 Main Street, Mill Creek, WA 98012.

More info: tinyurl.com/yd52wr93

HEADS UP

Street Smarts seeks telecommuters

Has your employer recently allowed you to start working from home, saving you a grueling commute? Street Smarts would like to hear from you. Send your name and story by Monday to streetsmarts@heraldnet.com or call reporter Melissa Slager at 425-339-3432.

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