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What’s Up is a new feature of the Marysville Globe-Arlington Times that will note some of the top events for the public that are going on locally in the next week. If you would like your event to be considered for the column, make sure to put it in our online calendar at: www.marysvilleglobe.com or www.arlingtontimes.com.
Saturday, Feb. 7:
Darrington is offering activities of its own, as part of the eighth annual Arlington-Stillaguamish Eagle Festival.
• From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., you can engage in eagle viewing at Squire Creek Park and tour the Old Fortson Mill, the latter at Mile Post 42.5 off Highway 530, eastbound to Darrington.
• Two-mile horseback rides to River’s End will be offered from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., starting from the livery barn at the Darrington Ranger Station, at 1405 Emmens St.
Cost is $40 per rider, and riders must be 12 years or older.
• The Darrington Eagle Festival Photography and Art Show will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mansford Grange, at 1265 Railroad Ave., which will also host a contra dance for all ages at 7 p.m.
• Various businesses in Darrington will be participating in a scavenger hunt.
Watch for signs directing visitors to the many events along Highway 530.
For details, email darringtonstrong@gmail.com.
Tuesday, Feb. 10:
• The Stillaguamish Valley Genealogical Society will be hosting speaker William Dollarhide from 1-3 p.m. at the Arlington Free Methodist Church, 730 Highland Drive.
Dollarhide has authored more than 20 genealogical books, and will be providing tips for family researchers to organize their notes and documents so they can publish their work for present and future relatives. This presentation is suitable for novice and advanced researchers alike.
For details, call 360-435-4838, email svgs.wa@frontier.com or log onto www.stillygen.org.
• Signups start Feb. 10 at the Arlington Boys & Girls Club, at 18513 59th Ave., for youth sports in March and April.
Practices for Youth Volleyball and Spring NFL Flag Football begin the week of Monday, March 16, while Coed Youth Baseball is set to start Monday, April 6.
Registration costs are $80 for T-ball, $90 for coach pitch and pitching machine baseball, $100 for volleyball and $110 for football.
For details, call 360-435-4442.
Thursday, Feb. 12:
• Village Music & Arts invites adults with developmental disabilities to its next Evening With the Arts Dance, with live music by Jon Dalgarn and the Voices of the Village Band, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Arlington Immaculate Conception Church, at 1200 E. Fifth St.
Cost is $5 and includes a snack, beverage, and arts and crafts activities. Attendees must be 18 years or older. Caregivers and volunteers may attend for free.
Friday, Feb. 13:
• Village Community Services invites people of all ages and musical abilities to its Friday Music Jam Session from 1-3 p.m. at the Arlington United Church, at 338 N. MacLeod Ave.
A $1 donation is suggested.
Voices of the Village is a 32-member performance ensemble, inclusive to people with developmental disabilities, and all ages are welcome.
For details, call 360-653-7752, ext. 14.
• The next Strawberry City Acoustic Jam & Open Mic Night at the Red Curtain Arts Center, at 1410 Grove St., will kick off a bit later than usual, from 7-9 p.m.
Perform solo, join others for group jams or even sing karaoke.
There’s no admission but donations are appreciated.
For details, call 360-322-7402.
Saturday, Feb. 14:
• The Stillaguamish Senior Center, at 18308 Smokey Pt. Blvd., is selling tickets for its 1 p.m. Valentine’s Day tea, which will include a chat with “Eleanor Roosevelt.”
Tickets are $12 and can be purchased at the senior center. The number of tickets is limited.
For details, call 360-653-4551.
