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“Pumpkins in the pool” perfect for fall
 Jim Scolman photo
On Saturday, Oct. 19, there were 20 to 30 families that took part in the “Pumpkins in the Pool”, a family event at the Monroe/Sky Valley Y in Monroe. Pumpkins floated all over in part of one of the Y’s pools. There was pumpkin decorating, too. The pumpkins were donated by Craven Farms of Snohomish.
By JANA ALEXANDER HILL
Published October 16, 2019
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By NATHAN BLACKWELL, contributing writer
Published October 16, 2019
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By JANA ALEXANDER HILL
Published October 16, 2019
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By MICHAEL WHITNEY
Published October 16, 2019
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By ADAM WORCESTER, contributing writer
Published October 9, 2019
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break after starting shop here 32 years ago. More on this story...
By JANA ALEXANDER HILL
Published October 9, 2019
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By JANA ALEXANDER HILL
Published October 9, 2019
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It's pumpkin picking season
Doug Ramsay photo
Peter Andonian, 5, of Kirkland struggles to carry a large pumpkin back to the wheelbarrow as he and his family were part of the
thousands who flocked to The Farm at Swan’s Trail west of Snohomish on Sunday. The annual Snohomish Valley Festival of Pumpkins is in full swing as seven farms are open for pumpkin picking and other farm-related activities. A list of the participating farms, along with festival events, can be found at www.festivalofpumpkins.org
By JANA ALEXANDER HILL
Published October 2, 2019
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By JANA ALEXANDER HILL
Published October 2, 2019
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By ADAM WORCESTER, contributing writer
Published September 25, 2019
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By JANA ALEXANDER HILL
Published September 25, 2019
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