Mill Creek Living Magazine

10/15/2026

Looking for more entries for this year's Annual Santa Parade! See below for more details! Link to sign up: https://millcreektowncenter.biz/santas-coming-to-town/parade-application/

10/13/2026

Spots are filling up, grab one of the last few available now!

🎄✨ Calling all local makers, artists, and small businesses! ✨🎄

Join us for the annual Santa’s Village Vendor Market on Saturday, December 5th, from 12-4 PM—just before the Santa’s Coming to Town Center Parade down Main Street!

This is a festive opportunity to share your products, meet holiday shoppers, and be part of a magical community event. We have both 10x10 vendor spaces for $75 and 10x20 spaces for $125 available.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait to reserve yours! Here is the link to sign up (scroll down to vendor options): https://event.auctria.com/f35b35c8-ee4a-4526-8b4c-df3a2853c934/44ad8b9a2e184228b2006c9822436ced

10/12/2026

Introducing: The Mill Creek Royal Christmas Court 🎄

A little holiday magic, and a new Mill Creek Christmas tradition is coming this year! We will be selecting our first ever Christmas Royal Court to ride in the Santa Parade, and help celebrate our town during the holiday season. We’re looking for people who love Mill Creek, and are excited to share their hometown pride and holiday spirit!

How to apply ✉️

Write a letter telling us why you’d love to represent Mill Creek as a member of our inaugural Royal Christmas Court. Be sure to share:
1. What you love most about Mill Creek.
2. How you’re involved in our community.
3. What makes the holiday season special to you?

A royal holiday experience 👑

Selected court members will ride together in the annual Santa Parade on December 5, 2026, enjoy a complimentary breakfast from La Palmera on parade day, and have other opportunities to represent Mill Creek throughout the holiday season.

Mailing/Dropping off your letter 📬

You can mail letters to City Hall at: 15720 Main St. Mill Creek WA 98012, or drop them off at City Hall in person at 15728 Main St. Mill Creek WA 98012. The mailbox is on the left as you walk up towards the main City Hall doors. Please drop off/mail all letters by November 15th to be considered!

10/06/2026

The November 3 General Election is just around the corner. Mark your calendar with these important election dates so you are !

Ballots will be mailed to Snohomish County voters this Friday, October 9. Please allow at least 5 days for delivery. If your ballot hasn't arrived by October 14, call Snohomish County Elections at 425-388-3444.

Visit snoco.gov/elections to learn more.

Snohomish County Government League of Women Voters of Snohomish County

10/06/2026

The City of Mill Creek is pleased to announce the upcoming ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly completed Veterans Monument and Library Park Rehabilitation Project. The celebration will take place on Monday, October 19th, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Library Park (15429 Bothell Everett Hwy.) and the community is invited to attend.

This project was developed to address long standing needs at Library Park and to expand the Veterans Monument. As part of the upgrade, six new monument pillars were added, providing space for additional veteran’s names. The improvements also include playground safety fencing, drainage upgrades, enhanced irrigation, new tables and benches, improved monument lighting, and repairs to sidewalks and circulation paths to support ADA accessibility. The project also introduces new playground equipment arriving in early November, and a ribbon cutting celebration for the completed Library Park enhancements will follow shortly thereafter.

Construction on the Veterans Monument and Library Park Rehabilitation Project began in June 2026, with planning efforts extending back to 2024. During this time, the City was awarded a $250,000 grant from Snohomish County and a $250,260 grant from the Department of Commerce’s Local and Community Projects Program. In addition, the Mill Creek City Council approved $360,000 in reallocated Rehabilitation, Preservation, and Beautification (RPB) funds, formerly known as ARPA.

The City recognizes the vital contributions of Senator John Lovick and Snohomish County Councilmember Jared Mead, whose advocacy helped secure the grant funding essential to bringing this project to life.

The City further expresses its deep appreciation to all who supported the project, including Chuck Wright, the Mill Creek City Council, and members of the Art & Beautification and Park & Recreation Boards. Their dedication and collaboration have created a space that honors our veterans and enriches the community.

The public is encouraged to join the City of Mill Creek for the ribbon cutting ceremony. For event details, visit millcreekwa.gov/events.

10/05/2026

The City of Mill Creek is now accepting applications for our annual Veterans Day Parade, taking place on Wednesday, November 11. This year’s event will be especially meaningful as our nation commemorates America’s 250th Anniversary, and we’re inviting the entire community to help make this celebration our most memorable yet.

Each November, Mill Creek comes together to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of United States veterans. As we prepare for this milestone year, we’re looking forward to filling Main Street with even more energy, creativity, and community pride. Whether you’ve participated in the past or you’re joining us for the first time, we’d be honored to have you take part.

Previous parade entries have included classic car groups with veteran riders, dance teams, marching bands, military vehicles, local businesses, schools, volunteer organizations, and more. No matter if your idea is big, small, traditional, or brand-new, we welcome your participation and creativity.

Applications are open September 1 through October 30. Event details and application forms are available at millcreekwa.gov/veteransday. While applying does not guarantee placement, it is required for consideration.

We’re also seeking volunteers to help bring this beloved community event to life. From supporting parade operations to assisting with day of logistics, volunteers play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming, and meaningful celebration for our veterans. If you’re interested in volunteering, information and sign up opportunities are available at millcreekwa.gov/volunteer.

Let’s come together as a community to salute our veterans and celebrate America’s 250th. We can’t wait to welcome you to this year’s parade!

10/05/2026

Calling All Open Trunks! 🚗

Applications are now open to register your vehicle for 🎃 Trunk-or-Treat on Main! Host a themed trunk and join the Halloween fun! You select a theme, bring your volunteers, and the City will provide the candy!

Spots are limited, so make sure you register early to secure yours!
🍬 Apply here: millcreekwa.gov/trunkortreat

10/05/2026

The Mill Creek Art & Beautification (A&B) Board presented the recipients of the 2026 Great Garden Awards to the City Council during its September 22 meeting.

Each year, the A&B Board, currently chaired by Peter Furtado, tours residential gardens throughout Mill Creek to identify and nominate standout properties. Selections are based on overall presentation, creativity, and the significant time and effort invested in enhancing neighborhood beauty.

This year’s presentation to Council marks the final Great Garden Awards delivered by Chair Furtado, who will step down from the Board on October 31, 2026. “Serving as Chair of the Art & Beautification Board over the past three years has been a true privilege,” said Furtado. “I look forward to seeing the Board continue to inspire and beautify our wonderful city. It has been an honor to serve alongside such dedicated neighbors and staff.”

The Board began touring in July and met on August 26, 2026, to determine the final award recipients. Ten recipients were selected and several chose to participate, including Jim Cavelero, Jerome and Nancy Mullins, Matthew Payne, Naveen Vijayvergiya, Bill and Patty DeGroodt, and Terence Carroll.

The City of Mill Creek extends its heartfelt congratulations to all 2026 Great Garden Award recipients. Their dedication to cultivating beautiful, welcoming spaces reflects the pride and community spirit that make Mill Creek such a special place to call home.

You can find the chosen gardens at:

15519 3rd Dr. SE / River Crossing
14809 26th Ave. SE / Fairway
14610 32nd Dr. SE / Brighton
16218 33rd Ave. SE / The Parks
4118 139th Pl. SE / Appletree North
1514 142nd Pl. SE / Douglas Fir
3927 145th St. SE / Appletree at Thomas Lake
2416 146th St. SE / Huckleberry
1701 166th Pl. SE / The Lakes
15409 14th Ave. SE / Juniper

For more information on the Great Garden Awards and the work of the Art & Beautification Board, please visit millcreekwa.gov/boards.

09/22/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂, 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗸!
National Cleanup Day 2026 was a huge success thanks to the incredible community members who showed up and made a difference.

On Saturday, Sept. 19th, 26 dedicated volunteers, including Kiwanis of Mill Creek, the Mill Creek Youth Advisory Board, Rotary Interact Club, MCCA Noxious W**d Group, and additional families and individuals, collected more than 22 bags of trash, helping keep our city beautiful and welcoming.

Cleanup efforts took place in the following locations:
Mill Creek Blvd. from Main Street to 164th
North Creek Dr. from 145th to Sports Park
Bothell Everett HWY (West side) from 153rd to 164th,
Bothell Everett HWY (East side) from Mill Creek Rd. to 153rd
Dumas from 132nd to BEH
Silver Crest Dr. from 35th to 28th
Exploration Park to Silver Crest Dr.
North Creek Trail from City Hall North to Duck Pond
North Creek Trail from City Hall North to Azul’s
Main Street from LA Fitness to City Hall North
North Creek Trail from 8th Ave. to just past the Reserve

Events like this strengthen our community and preserve the natural spaces we all enjoy.
Thank you to everyone who participated, supported, or helped spread the word!

09/16/2026