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Adventures with Beethoven – New Material available now!

Skagit Volunteer Center Newsletter: November 2021 Volunteer with Community Action   Holiday Elves Jingle bells! We are looking for groups interested in doing some fun holiday projects. Examples are making holiday cards for clients, holding donation drives for cold weather items such as blankets, sleeping bags, gloves, etc. Some projects would have to be completed by the end…

Alaska USA Foundation Raises Funds Through the Annual Cash for Cans® Fundraiser Alaska USA Federal Credit Union members contributed record‑breaking funds in support of the Alaska USA Foundation’s annual Cash for Cans® donation drive, which helps the Foundation support local food banks and pantries. Alaska USA Federal Credit Union and the Alaska USA Foundation teamed up for…

Christianson’s Nursery November Garden Notes GARDEN NOTES November 2021       Located in beautiful Skagit Valley, we offer a wide variety of common and uncommon plants, garden accessories, antiques, and gifts.   Winter Hours begin November 1st Open daily 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.   We will be accepting reservations for the Holiday Tea…

Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing gives heat pumps, furnaces to Skagit residents Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing recently announced five recipients from its annual Christmas in July and Furnace Fund giving events, helping families and individuals in need in Skagit, Whatcom, Island, San Juan, and Snohomish counties. Due to pandemic-related supply chain challenges…

Monthly News & Updates From McIntyre Hall COVID-19 UPDATE  At this time, McIntyre Hall PACC requires negative test or proof of vaccination for entry to McIntyre Hall. Those individuals unable to be fully vaccinated, including children under 12, must have proof of a negative COVID test* (taken within 48-72 hours of performance). McIntyre Hall will…

SIHRMA November 4 free virtual event – 15 Things a Veteran Wants You to Know Registration link: https://sihrma.org/event-4540660 Date: Thursday, November 4, 2021, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm (networking starts at 11:30 am, presentation starts at 12:00 pm) Topic: 15 Things a Veteran Wants You to Know Presenter: Jason Lewis, SPHR, Finance and Admin Director at Cascades Job Corps…

Volunteer role players needed for Park Ranger Law Enforcement Academy The Skagit Valley College Park Ranger Law Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) is now accepting volunteers for role players to help law enforcement students enact real-life scenarios as part of their comprehensive 750+ hour, 18-week training program.   Volunteers could be cast as robbers, intoxicated drivers, campers, dog owners, and even archeologists. Previous scenarios include being cast as a dog owner…

Port of Skagit Receives Statewide Airport Award Skagit Regional Airport, which is owned and operated by the Port of Skagit, was recognized as the Washington Airport Management Association (WAMA) 2021 Management Member of the Year.  The award was presented during the WAMA annual conference, which brings together airport management teams and aviation professionals from across…

Mount Vernon Library Commons Update The new Mount Vernon Library Commons project is intended to spur future economic development within the City’s historic downtown area; while meeting the current needs of our growing community. Take a look at how this exciting development positions Mount Vernon to be an even more attractive destination.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLJg9Sfql1U&t=1s