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Bothell: Former U.S. Attorney speaks

Former United States Attorney John McKay is planning to speak Wednesday at the University of Washington’s Bothell campus.

His presentation, “Scandal and Controversy at the White House,” is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. in the North Creek Events Center at the campus at 18115 Campus Way NE.

McKay, one of the seven U.S. Attorneys asked to resign in the U.S. attorneys controversy of December 2006, will reflect on his experiences.

The event, sponsored by the Campus Events Board, is free and open to the public.

For more information, call the Office of Student Life at 425-352-5264.

Lynnwood: Class teaches budgeting basics

Learn the basics of preparing for a financial emergency through a class offered at the Lynnwood Library.

The class, “Budget is Not a Four Letter Word,” is scheduled for 7 p.m. Oct. 17 at the library, 19200 44th Ave. W.

Andrea Misiano of Consumer Counseling Northwest is planning to lead the class.

For more information, call the library at 425-778-2148.

Mill Creek: City plans safe Halloween event

Children can trick-or-treat safely during an annual event at Mill Creek City Hall.

The event, Trunk or Treat, is scheduled from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31 at City Hall at 15728 Main St.

People plan to dress in costume and decorate their vehicles in the City Hall parking lot. Children go trick-or-treating from car to car.

Other activities are expected to include bounce houses and face-painting.

Participants are asked to bring a canned food donation for a local food bank.

For more information, call 425-745-1891.

Monroe: Luncheon features candidate forum

The October general membership luncheon, presented by the Chamber of Commerce, is set to feature a forum with Monroe City Council candidates from noon to 1:30 p.m. today at the Rock Church, 16891 146th St. SE. The candidates are expected to talk about their view on key city issues.

To make a reservation, call the chamber at 360-794-5488.

Mountlake Terrace: City offers dog classes

Dog owners can teach their pets obedience and commands at classes being offered by the city of Mountlake Terrace.

The classes are held from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and range in price from $70 to $80. Classes range from teaching simple commands such as staying and sitting to dealing with social and behavioral problems.

For more information, go to www.cityofmlt.com and do a search for “dog training.”

Public meetings

Today

Bothell City Council, 6 p.m., Municipal Court, 10116 NE 183rd St., Bothell.

Brier City Council, 7:30 p.m., Brier City Hall, 2901 228th St. SW.

Edmonds City Council committee meeting, 6 p.m., 250 Fifth Ave. N., Work session.

Edmonds School District Board of Directors, 6:30 p.m., Educational Services Center, 20420 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Individuals and groups that have contributed to the district recognized, recognition of student artwork.

Mill Creek City Council, 6 p.m., 15728 Mill Creek Blvd.

Wednesday

Brier Parks and Recreation Board, 7 p.m., Brier City Hall, 2901 228th St. SW.

Mill Creek Youth Advisory Board, 6:30 p.m., 15728 Mill Creek Blvd.

Sultan City Council, 7 p.m., 319 Main St., Sultan.

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