North County Update

Arlington: Talk set on European gardens

It’s time to begin thinking about getting out in the yard, and Arlington Garden Club members hope to give people a little inspiration and a reminder about why they love gardening with a Valentine’s Day presentation.

Carol and Leroy Jacques plan to provide pictures and commentary about their trip to visit gardens in Italy at 10 a.m. Saturday in the community room at Arlington Boys &Girls Club, 18513 59th Ave. NE. Refreshments will be served.

More info: events@arlingtongardenclub.org.

Class for teens on making valentines

Celebrate Valentine’s Day by making do-it-yourself valentines at Arlington Library at 3 p.m. Friday, 135 N. Washington Ave.

Teens are encouraged to create valentines or spa product gifts. Snacks are to be provided. The free session is sponsored by the Friends of the Arlington Library and the Sno-Isle Libraries Foundation.

More info: 360-435-3033.

Camano Island: Valentine’s Day dance

The group Camano Junction plans to play its Big Band repertoire for a Valentine’s Day dance to benefit the Camano Senior and Community Center.

The dance is set for 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday at the center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island.

All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend. Admission is $7.

More info: 387-0222.

Granite Falls: Eagles plan Valentine’s meal

The Granite Falls Eagles are planning an annual Valentine’s Dinner for Saturday.

The event is 5 p.m. at the club, 402 N. Granite Ave. The public is invited. The cost is $20 per person.

The menu is filet mignon with lobster tails. A raffle to benefit the Max Baer Heart Fund is planned.

A king and queen for the evening will be announced. Music with a DJ is planned.

Tulalip: Job seekers need career clothing

The Tulalip Tribes’ Employment Rights Office is collecting suits, dress shirts, blouses and other clothing appropriate for interviews and working in a professional environment. All donated clothing should be in wearable condition.

The clothing is being collected at the Employment Rights Office at 6103 31st Ave. NE in Tulalip.

More info: 360-716-4746.

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