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Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.

Some vegetables and flowers thrive when planted directly into the ground. Others grow best when started in a pot or tray, then transplanted outside. Learn the best conditions for starting your favorite plants, and take home some free seeds. If you have extras, bring them to share. Presented by Skagit County Master Gardener Ada Snyder and Valerie Rose.

The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program is a community education program that covers child safety and basic care techniques for infants and children. CABS stresses the priority to keep the babysitter and the children you care for safe. Some of the topcis covered in the program: before the parents leave, playtime, telephone calls/stranger knocks, hand washing, meal times, bedtime and providing emergency care (first aid and CPR, although not a certification).

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.

Sometimes we forget to consider scent when we select plants for our gardens. Fragrance can bring added pleasure and there are many wonderful shrubs that do well here in the PNW that have delightful scents. This talk will cover shrubs for every season and will include a plant list to take home. Presented by Skagit County Master Gardener Diana Wisen.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.

Puppies 12 weeks to 8 months will learn doggie social skills, good manners and basic commands including: sit, down, stay, leave it, give it, take it, wait at door, come when called and much more. Hand signals and verbal commands will be taught. Owners will learn how to handle jumping, nipping and biting. Learn the best potty training techniques as well as the most effective and humane ways to stop bad habits from setting in. Puppies will have fun doing confidence building exercises like tunnel runs and "walking the plank". Clicker training will be explained, but use is optional. Well behaved children 10 years and older may attend this class. Please provide a copy of the dogs current shot records.

Join Waxwing Farm to talk about their organic farming journey! Learn about eating more vegetables in season, ways to connect with small scale agriculture, and the benefits for your health and family! Taylor Barker and Arielle Luckmann are pleased to live in the estuary of the Skagit River, and call farming their career. Both Pacific Northwest natives, they enjoy spending time in the mountains and woods, and love sharing meals with family and friends. Find out more about them and their farm at waxwingfarmllc.com

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.

Deborah Smeltzer, master gardener, will describe three interesting life forms: mosses, fungi and lichens, from a gardener's perspective, including their anatomy, cultural characteristics, portraits, and role as "friend" or "foe" in the Pacific Northwest.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.

Mayor Boudreau would like to hear from you - bring your interests, comments, concerns & praises to chat with the Mayor over coffee. Whether you are a business owner, community member, or just a curious neighbor, she would love to see you there. All coffee hours are informal and open to the public.

Come support Friends of the Mount Vernon Library at their annual spring book sale. Stop by on your way to or from the Tulip Festival Street Fair! Books, music, movies and more - most items $1 or less!

34th Annual Tulip Festival Street Fair, presented by the Mount Vernon Downtown Association. Hundreds of juried arts and crafts vendors including painting and fine art, photography, jewelry, clothing, gourmet food stuffs, unique gifts, delicious food court offerings, live entertainment, and fun for the whole family.

Presented by master gardener Dixie Mitchell. Examples will be shown and two door prizes of hardy succulents will be given away.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.

Learn to sculpt and make your own soap molds. Walk through the steps of making the molds from silicone and plaster. Everyone gets a unique scented soap at the end of class.

Mayor Boudreau would like to hear from you - bring your interests, comments, concerns & praises to chat with the Mayor over coffee. Whether you are a business owner, community member, or just a curious neighbor, she would love to see you there. All coffee hours are informal and open to the public.

Join us for the dedication of the"Valley of Our Spirits" sculpture at the Skagit Riverwalk Park. This grand sculpture celebrating the diversity of our community was created by Jay Bowen, Lin McJunkin and Milo White. The dedication ceremony will include speakers, music and a Native American blessing. Please join us for refreshments and an opportunity to meet the artists following the ceremony.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley in April for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, visitors and residents are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. In 2016 alone, the festival greeted visitors from all 50 states and from 93 countries! Visit the Tulip Festival website for more information on all the wonderful 2018 events, exhibits and happenings.