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Have dinner

Everett High School’s Annual Senior Citizen’s Dinner is set for 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 22 in the cafeteria of the school, 2416 Colby Ave. Spaghetti, dancing, games, music and more. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Casual dress.

More info: 425-385-4448

Getting creative in Snohomish

The Creative Writing group at the Snohomish Senior Center is welcoming new participants. The group meets once a month from 2-4 p.m. on the third Monday of the month. Essays, memoirs, reminiscences, poetry, haiku. Listeners are always welcome and appreciated, too.

Volunteer outside

The Green Everett Partnership plans two Wednesday morning work parties at Howarth Park, 1127 Olympic Blvd.

They are set for 9 a.m. to noon March 6 and April 10. Activities include weeding and pruning to help native plants. RSVP requested.

More info: greeneverett@forterra.org.

OPPORTUNITY

Project Linus hosts Make-A-Blanket day

The Snohomish County Chapter of Project Linus is hosting a Make-A-Blanket day event from noon to 5 p.m. Feb. 16 at Zion Lutheran Parish Hall, 330 Union Ave., Snohomish. The goal is to make 100 blankets and quilts that will be donated to children who have experienced traumatic life events in Snohomish County. Materials and equipment will be provided.

No experience required, but sewers are encouraged to bring their own sewing machine. Volunteers are needed to help sew, iron, inspect, pin and tie. Snacks and door prizes are provided.

More info: 425-252-4524

Serve in Arlington

The city of Arlington is seeking volunteers for boards and commissions, including parks and arts. Applications are available online or at City Hall in the administration office on the second floor at 238 N Olympic.

More info: www.arlingtonwa.gov/424/Boards-Commissions, 360-403-3441

Give to the fair

The Silvana Fair Board members are making plans for the Annual Auction, which will be held March 9 at Viking Hall in Silvana. The auction is the main fundraiser for the fair, which will be held July 27 with free admission and parking. Members will be out soliciting merchants for donations. To make a donation of new items, visit www.silvanafair.com.

More info: 360-618-2076, 360-652-8682

Help design landmark

The city of Lynnwood is asking people to submit design ideas for an “I love Lynnwood” themed sculpture to be displayed outside the city’s convention center. The winner receives $2,500. Apply by Jan. 31.

More info: www.lynnwood arts.org

MEETING

The Edmonds School District school board meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, after a 5:15 p.m. recognition program. The location is 20420 68th Ave. West, Lynnwood.

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