• News for Events

  • Wednesday, May 24, 2023
    (Mount Vernon, Wash.) –– Skagit Valley College will host the Washington State Court of Appeals, Division I oral argument hearings on June 1.     SVC was initially approached by SVC alumna, Judge Cecily C. Hazelrigg, who received her Associate in Technical Arts from SVC in Paralegal Studies, to host the appellate court hearings in an effort to foster a better understanding of the justice system ...read more
    Categories: Burlington Chamber Member, Events, Press Release, Community, Human Interest
    Tuesday, May 23, 2023
    View as Webpage Join Community Action of Skagit County and local Chambers of Commerce at the Mount Vernon Resource Center on June 8 from 5-6:30pm.  Learn how we stabilize lives, equip people to meet their goals, and build a stronger, more equitable Skagit County.Tour the renovated Community Action offices and service delivery areas.Enjoy great food, beverages and ...read more
    Categories: Burlington Chamber Member, Community, Events, Human Interest, Press Release
    Friday, May 19, 2023
    HomePlace Burlington Memory Care would like to invite you to a free deep drive webinar into the benefits of the Montessori methods we embrace and bring to life in our community. We will be joined by the Center for Applied Research in Dementia to have the important conversation on how to promote independence by tapping into remaining abilities through Montessori.  Our webinar will be on June ...read more
    Categories: Burlington Chamber Member, Events, Press Release, Community, Human Interest
    Friday, May 19, 2023
    Sedro Woolley, WA—Several projects with helicopter support will begin this season in the Stephen Mather Wilderness as snow levels recede. Time and distance of flights over and around wilderness will be minimized whenever possible. Flight dates are subject to change depending on weather and other safety factors.        June and July: Bear Creek Fire Rehabilitation   Located in the northern ...read more
    Categories: Events, Human Interest, Community, General News Article, Press Release
    Wednesday, May 17, 2023
    The Snohomish County and Skagit County Departments of Emergency Management have an exciting opportunity to equip you with invaluable knowledge and skills to navigate one of nature's most unpredictable and powerful forces – flooding. We are thrilled to announce (AWR 362): Flooding Hazards: Science & Preparedness to help prepare our area for winter flooding. We encourage you to sign up and be part ...read more
    Categories: Events, Press Release, Community, Human Interest
    Tuesday, May 16, 2023
    EDASC’s next Skagit County Job Fair is set for Wednesday, June 21, at the Northwest Career & Technical Academy. Employers can now reserve their spot at the fair. There is no cost to participate. To take part, employers must have three current job openings and be located in Skagit County or be an EDASC Investor. Hurry, registration is limited to 50 employers, and spots fill quickly. To ...read more
    Categories: Community, Events, Burlington Chamber Member, Economic, Press Release
    Tuesday, May 16, 2023
    Leadership Skagit alumni and friends of the program are invited to attend the Class of 2023 graduation dinner June 6 at the Swinomish Casino & Lodge. Networking starts at 5:15 p.m. and dinner is served at 6 p.m. A no-host bar will be available. Tickets are $75 and can be reserved here. Reservation deadline is May 30. Come help celebrate the hard work of this year’s class of Leadership Skagit ...read more
    Categories: Events, Press Release, Community, Human Interest
    Monday, May 15, 2023
    Berry Days Lawn Mower RacesSaturday, June 17 | Starts at 1:30pm Are you a lawn boss? Show us your skills!  Lawn Mower Races are back in Burlington! Get your mowers runnin’ and meet us on the speedway (across from Rotary Park) on Saturday, June 17. This community event will be epic, so come join in the fun!  Racers: advanced registration is required: Early registration by June 2/ $10 Register ...read more
    Categories: Burlington Chamber Member, Community, Events, Fun Facts, Press Release
    Monday, May 15, 2023
    Touch-A-TruckWednesday, June 28 | 10am-1pm  Got a BIG RIG?   Share it with the community at our upcoming Touch-A-Truck event. We are looking for volunteers to share their public service, emergency, utility, construction, landscaping, transportation, and delivery rigs with the kids and their parents. Your vehicle provides the chance for kids of all ages to see, touch, and explore trucks of all ...read more
    Categories: Burlington Chamber Member, Community, Events, Fun Facts, Press Release