What’s hoppening’ in Skagit Valley – Easter Events Around Skagit County this Weekend!
Plenty to do this weekend with Easter, the Tulip Festival and hopefully some sunshine!Below is a list of a few of the many events you and your family can enjoy this April weekend around the Valley.
1) Hillcrest Easter Egg Hunt – Saturday, April 23rd
From 10:30-12 join those at Hillcrest for a morning of fun that includes egg hunts, a bouncy house, face art, food and even pictures with the Easter bunny! The event is free and there will be activities for children up to age 12.
Location: Hillcrest Christian Fellowship
1830 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon, WA 98274
Website: http://www.hillcrestcf.org/
(Across the street Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon)
2) Easter Cookie Decorating in Sedro-Woolley – Friday & Saturday, April 22-23rd
Bring your children, grandchildren or just head on over by yourself to have some fun and decorate cookies! For only $1.50 per cookie they will supply the cookie, icing, sprinkles and lots of candies to decorate with! Come and have some fun decorating cookies both Friday and Saturday between 9am-3pm! Have a Happy Easter Everyone!
Location: A Cup Above the Rainbow
905 Metcalf Street, Sedro Woolley, WA US 98284
Website: http://rainbowridgecatering.com/
3) Kiwanis Easter Egg hunt – Saturday, April 23rd
The Kiwanis Club of Burlington will be hosting an Easter Egg hunt at 10am Saturday for those ages 0-8. So grab your little ones and head on over to Maiben Park in Burlington for some fun in the park! There is no cost to participate.
4) Skagit Valley Annual Tulip Festival
Still lots of great festivities for everyone enjoy – but with only about a week left, now is the time to get out and enjoy the flowers and the fun! Salmon BBQ’s, Live Concerts, Wine tasting….lots of great events for all to be entertained
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Events & Attractions Page – GoSkagit Events
http://www.tulipfestival.org/attractions
http://www.goskagit.com/calendar/events/
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Bloom Map
http://www.tulips.com/bloommap.cfm
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Website
Have a fabulous weekend everyone!
There is still time to help those around Skagit Valley this holiday season. By donating to the Skagit Valley Herald Christmas Fund it will help make a big difference in the lives of those in our community this Christmas season. And toys are definitely still very much needed! So join us in donating to the Skagit Valley Herald Christmas Fund and help make this a memorable holiday that everyone can truly enjoy!
Donations are still needed for the following age groups:
Infants - Under age 3
Pre-teen and Teenage boys & girls, aged 11-17 years old
(These two age groups have the shortest supply. Here are some ideas for gifts)
Toys can be dropped off at Skagit Publishing, 1215 Anderson Road, until 5 p.m. this Friday, December 10th. You can also drop off toys at at any local Marine Toys for Tots drop‐off location. Distribution day is December 16-17th.
New this year is the ability to donate online to the SVH Christmas Fund. So if you are unable to purchase a toy and drop off but want to contribute you can donate online through the SVH's PayPal Account.
Another wonderful option for those that can give a little more this holiday season is to sponsor an entire family. In doing so, it will help provide a meal and gifts for an entire family that is in need. Read here for more information about Sponsoring a Family.
For more information check out the: Skagit Valley Herald Christmas Fund
Thanks for supporting your fellow Skagitonians- It is truly appreciated by all!
Just a reminder that tomorrow is the fantastic benefit concert for Toys for Tots at the Historic Lincoln Theater in downtown Mt. Vernon.
Doors for this Event will open at 6pm, with the concert starting at 7. Cost for tickets is $25/General Admission and $22/Seniors and Military. Also, please show your support by bringing an unwrapped toy as a donation.
We hope you will come and enjoy a wonderful evening out with Leroy Bell & His Only Friends while helping to support local children during this holiday season.
You can read more about this event at my blog entitled: NW Hotsprings presents Leroy Bell & His Only Friends for Toys for Tot's Benefit
I've got my toys! Hope to see you there!
1) Mean GirlsThis week only, come check out the Sedro-Woolley High School’s production of “Mean Girls,” based on the 2004 hit comedy movie. The SWHS “Mean Girls” production runs from November 16th-20th. Doors to the auditorium will open each night at 6:30 and the curtain call is at 7pm. Admission is $5 for Students/Seniors and $7 for General Admission. Come support this amazing cast of students and the drama department at Sedro-Woolley High School!
Based on the 1987 hit movie this wonderful show at McIntyre Hall runs this weekend the 19th -21st, along with next weekend the 26th thru the 28th. In addition, one mid-week show will take place on Wednesday the 24th. Donations of unwrapped toys are being accepted/collected at the front door for the Skagit Valley Herald Christmas Fund. Directions to McIntyre Hall
THANK YOU VETERAN'S!!!
Today we honor and salute all the brave men and women who have served in the US Military past and present. In choosing to serve, many of you have made the ultimate sacrifice. We as Americans are eternally grateful for your willingness to put your lives on the line to defend our country and protect the freedoms which we all enjoy .
We thank you for your courage and your unparalleled selflessness to put the lives of others ahead of yourselves. We owe so much to you each and every one of you. Each of you are true American Heroes.
Today we embrace and honor those who have served and are still here with us and remember and pay 
tribute to the brave souls that we have lost. And to all of the incredible veterans, we simply do not say this enough; THANK YOU!
So as we take the time to pause and thank our veteran's today, remember to not just thank them today but to thank them every day!
God Bless
I am a 2nd generation Realtor and along with my parents Pam & Dan Baird, I co-own Baird & Associates Real Estate Inc. located in Skagit Valley, Washington. Text/Call me at 360-202-9818!
Some children choose to follow in the footsteps of their parents, while many do not. For Danielle Baird, choosing to join her family in the real estate business was never really a question. As a young child she would accompany her parents to listing appointments, entertain clients children, sit floor time & attend countless open houses on the weekends. And now today alongside her family, Danielle, helps run her own real estate company, Baird & Associates Real Estate Inc.
Born in Seattle, Danielle moved to Skagit Valley when she was only three years old. Nestling into the Big Lake area, she spent her entire academic career K-12 
attending school in the Sedro-Woolley School District.
Throughout her lifetime Danielle has been very involved in a variety of organizations and activities, as well as, countless sports programs in the community. For several years she was highly involved in the select soccer and ASA softball organizations, which ultimately led her to play Division 1, PAC-10 softball at the University of Oregon whom was once ranked 10th in the nation. While competing for the Ducks, Danielle gained invaluable experience and learned many life lessons which continue to stick with her today. Even after finishing her collegiate career Danielle still treasures playing softball competitively. She competes annually at the Canada Cup on a women's team playing against Olympic Teams from all over the world.
In her free time she enjoys volunteering with local high school softball programs and coaching at a community college. Danielle graduated with her Bachelor's degree in June of 2006 from the University of Oregon and as a licensed Realtor herself since 2004, Danielle has now teamed up with her parents. Her goals are to help people achieve their goals of buying and selling homes, as well as, strive to make a difference in the lives of others.
Welcome to Big Lake!
Nestled just outside the Mount Vernon city limits sits the idyllic body of water aptly named Big Lake. Located off of highway 9, this beautiful community is just 15 min. from I-5. On a clear day you might be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of Mt. Baker from near the elementary school; thus providing a perfect photo opt for passing photographers!
Over the past two decades and especially in the last 10 years Big Lake has transformed from simply a summertime escape into a beautiful waterfront community where locals now reside year round. Quite a change from the days when the lake was surrounded merely by small lake cabins and vacant lots. And while there has been significant residential growth, those living here haven't surrendered or compromised the natural beauty the area bestows. Big Lake has been able to maintain and preserve the peacefulness and the pure scenic attractiveness that the community is known and loved for. Locals will attest that it isn't uncommon to see a deer spring across your lawn or to catch site of a bald eagle flying over the lake and swooping down to grab a fish. And colorful breathtaking sunsets during the summertime are an absolutely stunning site.
Once in the area take advantage of the public boat launch located on the Westside of Big Lake as it provides a great spot to drop your boat or jet skis' in the water and enjoy some wakeboarding, fishing, or even just a slow cruise around the lake. With the lake as its backdrop, take note of the 9-hole Overlook Golf Course on the eastside of the lake as it offers a great place to get out and swing the clubs. And for those looking to grab a bite to eat head up to the Big Lake Grocery for a snack or stop by the Big Lake Bar & Grill or Big Rock Cafe for food, drinks and entertainment.
The biggest draw to the lake occurs annually on the 3rd of July; thus drawing thousands of Skagitonians to celebrate our nation's Independence Day with a great fireworks display put on by our truly dedicated Volunteer Big Lake Fire Department.
So grab your boat, invite some friends and head out to Big Lake and enjoy one of Skagit Valley's most beautiful areas!
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