Good morning, Everett.

Travel writer Rick Steves purchased the Lynnwood Hygiene Center property last Wednesday & the Jean Kim Foundation will keep using it for free to support those experiencing homelessness.

The only hygiene center in south Snohomish County had been set to close on Dec. 12 before the deal was reached.

Community Transit + Volunteers of America Western Washington are hosting a Stuff-a-Bus donation event on Saturday to collect new clothes, unwrapped Christmas gifts, and gift cards for flood relief in Snohomish County.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Snohomish Station Shopping Center in Snohomish.

Galaxy Theatres Monroe is offering free movie tickets to families displaced by the flooding at 1 Galaxy Way.

The theater is coordinating with local nonprofit Take the Next Step — to manage holiday donations after space limits forced a temporary pause on drop-offs.

On Wednesday, Dec. 17, Everett Fire responded to a detached garage fire on Highland Avenue where lithium-ion batteries charging for several RC cars triggered heavy black smoke; crews controlled the blaze within 30 minutes (no injuries were reported).

Frontier Airlines will stop flights from Paine Field in early January as no tickets will be sold after Jan 5.

The carrier, which began service in June less than seven months ago, may return later (according to a spokesperson).

Everett City Council approved $940K for Garfield Park renovations; construction on a new playground with slides, climbers, a zip track ride, and swings will begin in late spring or early fall 2026 in the Riverside neighborhood — the update follows community input.

LifeWise Academy, an off-campus Bible education program near Emerson Elementary, sued Everett Public Schools on Thursday, alleging its First Amendment rights were violated by policies that limited event participation and imposed weekly parental consent requirements.

The district denied the allegations, stating its policies comply with legal standards.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

11 AM – 4 PM — Taproot Theatre Company's Jewell Mainstage Theatre — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy the classic holiday tale as Charlie Brown discovers the true meaning of Christmas.

Salsa & Bachata Night

8-11 p.m. — El Sid — $12.00 — Enjoy a vibrant night of Salsa, Bachata, and Latin rhythms with top DJs.

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA Tribute

4-5 p.m. — Arctic Club Hotel — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Queen and ABBA songs performed by a string quartet under candlelight.

NYE 2026 Waterfront Celebration

9 p.m. — Jetty Bar & Grille — $69 per person — Welcome 2026 with music, bites, and a sparkling midnight toast on the waterfront.

Saturday Foster Paw-ty!

11 AM – 3 PM — Sam's Cats & Dogs — Free event — Celebrate pet fostering with friends and furry companions at this engaging community gathering.

9 to 5: The Musical

7:30 p.m. — Village Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the hilariously relatable workplace revenge comedy brought to life by Dolly Parton's original score.