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Arlington

Public meetings about river plan

The state Department of Ecology has scheduled two meetings to discuss a new plan to clean up the Stillaguamish River.

The plan includes a new rule for how the department will allocate water for future uses, because low stream flows concentrate water pollution.

The meeting will be 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the Stillaguamish Valley Pioneer Museum, 20722 67th Ave. NE. An open house will be 5-7 p.m.

Comments about the cleanup plan may be sent by Dec. 10 to Sally Lawrence, Department of Ecology, 3190 160th Ave. SE, Bellevue, WA 98008; e-mail slaw461@ecy.wa.gov; or call 425-649-7036.

Edmonds

Meeting explores child ID program

A meeting to explore bringing a child identification program to Washington state will be at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Edmonds Masonic Center on Dayton Street near Fifth Avenue. The meeting is sponsored by the Free and Accepted Masons

The ID program, which uses DNA swabs, fingerprints and saliva to create child identity records, is used in 15 states.

For more information, call the Masons at 425-825-9103.

Everett

Animal shelter plans open house

The Everett Animal Shelter will have an open house 11:30 a.m.- 3 p.m. Sunday at the shelter, 2732 36th St., as part of honor National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week.

The event will include tours, activities and refreshments. There also will be information on pet adoption, upcoming shelter events and volunteer activities. Shelter staff and veterinarians will be available to share their pet expertise.

The shelter has new hours, and is now open Sundays. The hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday.

For more information, call shelter manager Bud Wessman at 425-257-6001.

Riverside area plans meeting

The Riverside Neighborhood Association will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at North Middle School library, 2514 Rainier Ave. Hal Gausman of the Everett Parks Department will speak.

For more information, call chairwoman M.J. Creamer at 425-303-0739.

Holly residents to discuss security

The Holly Neighborhood Association will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the South Everett Library, 9512 Evergreen Way.

Dave DeHaan of the Everett Fire Department will speak about home security, disaster preparedness and other issues.

For more information, call neighborhood chairman Jim Harris at 425-355-3412.

Island County

Turkey, chocolate on group’s agenda

The Culinary Art Society meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Camano Senior and Community Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island.

This month’s dishes are turkey entree, side dishes and Thanksgiving dessert.

Guests are welcome to join members in the tasting. The meal costs $5.

During judging, Vicki Dodge will present a demonstration called “Let’s Play With Chocolate.”

Lynnwood

District to get property report

A study of 10 pieces of Edmonds School District property available for potential development through long-term lease or sale has been completed.

An initial review of the study indicates the district would likely still need to seek voter-approved money to build new Lynnwood and Scriber Lake high schools and meet other building needs.

The Edmonds School Board studied the report Wednesday in an executive session. District leaders could make recommendations to the board by Dec. 7.

Areas included in the study were Alderwood Middle, the current and former educational service centers, Esperance, the Lynnwood maintenance and operation building, North Road property, the Scriber Lake High site, a warehouse and former Woodway Elementary School.

High school hosts bingo fund-raiser

Meadowdale High School is hosting a bingo fund-raiser 6:30-9:30 tonight at the school’s Great Hall, 6002 168th St. SW.

All-night playing cards are $5, pizza and pop will be sold, and prizes will be available. Funds will go to the Music Boosters Club for new equipment, music, and financial support to music students for workshops and competitions.

Monroe

City’s fall cleanup due next week

The city’s annual fall cleanup will be Monday through Nov. 12.

City residents may place additional disposal items out with their trash on their normal pickup day.

While there will be no extra charge for most items such as yard waste, water heaters and stoves, there will be a fee for some large or bulky items including mattresses, couches, chairs and refrigerators. Pickup fees must be paid in advance today at City Hall, 806 W. Main St.

For more information, call the city at 360-794-7400 or go to the city’s Web site at www.ci. monroe.wa.us.

Mountlake Terrace

Dinner marks city’s 50th year

The city’s yearlong celebration of its 50th year of incorporation culminates at 6 p.m. Saturday with a sold-out celebration dinner at the Nile Golf and Country Club in Mountlake Terrace.

The year of celebration kicked off in December. Since then, the community has held a variety of concerts, historical exhibits, sports tournaments and other events to mark the anniversary.

All four surviving members from the original City Council are expected to attend the dinner and provide commentary about their recollections of the early years of Mountlake Terrace. The program will be highlighted by historical film, video, photo displays and commentary from prominent former and current city residents.

Mukilteo

City schedules budget hearing

The Mukilteo City Council will hold another public hearing on the city’s proposed 2005 budget at 7 p.m. Monday at City Council chambers, 4480 Chennault Beach Road.

For more information, call 425-355-4141.

Snohomish

Garden club meets Monday

The Snohomish Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. Monday at the Snohomish School District Administration building, 1601 Ave. D.

There will be a question-and-answer program with a panel of experts. Anyone may bring questions about gardening, fall cleanup and preparations for winter.

Stanwood

Rummage, bake sale with seniors

The Stanwood Senior Center’s Thrift Store will have a rummage and bake sale 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday at 7430 276th St. NW.

On Saturday only, soup and a half-sandwich will be sold for $3 in the social room.