The Mercer Island Community and Event Center is celebrating its 10th Anniversary with an open house at 6:30 p.m. this Thursday, Nov. 5 at MICEC.

Celebrating alongside the Mercer Island Visual Arts League (MIVAL) Holiday Show, evening festivities will include a trivia contest, cake, hors d’oeuvres, beverages and much more.

This is a community event, all are invited.

WEDNESDAY | 4

Probus Club meeting: 1:30 p.m.  Wednesday, Nov. 4, Mercer Island Presbyterian Church, 3605 84th Ave. S.E. Mrs. Helen Szablya, Honorary Consul General of Hungary, will speak on her experiences while growing up in Hungary between WWI and WWII under Nazi and Soviet control of her country. Bring a friend.

THURSDAY | 5

November Chamber Luncheon: Noon-1:15 p.m., Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. King County Executive Dow Constantine and Deputy Executive Fred Jarrett will speak. Open to the public. Reservations can be made by calling the Chamber office at 206-232-3404 by 5 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 3. $15 for members, $20 for non-members.

Mercer Island Visual Arts League Monthly Meeting: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave. Monthly general meetings are the first Thursday of every month and open to the public. Discover what MIVAL does and meet many artists of all mediums. Become a member and make new friendships through visual arts. For more, visit www.mival.org or contact Nannette Bassett at nannettebas@gmail.com or 206-232-8148.

Mercer Island Visual Arts League 2015 Holiday Show artists’ reception: 6:30-8 p.m., Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Meet the artists, enjoy refreshments and entertainment. For more, call 206-275-7609.

SATURDAY | 7

MIPA’s Toy Swap: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Mercer Island High School, 9100 S.E. 42nd St. The Preschool Association’s annual sale will take place at new location MIHS. Pre-sale begins at 8:45 a.m. for MIPA members. For more, visit http://mipreschoolassociation.org/toyswap/.

Russ Riddle’s Corral Your Cash Cow: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. This session saddles you up to better legally protect, manage and fatten that cash cow of your speaking business all while having fun! Russ Riddle serves up quick wit, humorous storytelling and poignant tips, keeping you involved from start to finish. Cost is $25-45.

Band Together – Island ¡Carnival!: 6-10 p.m., Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Don’t miss this unique evening to support Mercer Island School District band programs. The evening’s theme, “Island ¡Carnival!” will feature an eclectic mix of music, wine, beer, hors d’oeuvres and desserts with a Brazilian flair along with one-of-a-kind live and silent auction items. Tickets are $75.

SUNDAY | 8

MI Football Mattress Fundraiser: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 8, 2825 W. Mercer Way. Mercer Island High School and Junior Football Programs are holding their first annual Mattress Fundraiser. For one day only, come purchase a name-brand, top-quality mattress at significant discounts and support the community’s football program. For more, visit www.facebook.com/events/1480846238857180.

TUESDAY | 10

Long Term Care Facility Meeting: 1-2 p.m., Caucus Room at City Hall, 9611 S.E. 36th St. If you are an Adult Family Home or Long Term Care Facility on Mercer Island please join us for our quarterly meetings to discuss how to respond and recover from a disaster. Contact Officer Jennifer Franklin at 206-275-7905.

MIHS PTSA Island Book Night: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Island Books, 3014 78th Ave. S.E. Shop anytime throughout the day and identify yourself as an MIHS parent. Proceeds will benefit MIHS PTSA programs and services. Social hour at 6:30 p.m.

Arts Council regular meeting: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St. For questions, contact Amber Britton at amber.britton@mercergov.org or 206-275-7864.

Mercer Island Utility Board Meeting: 7 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers, 9611 S.E. 36th St. The Mercer Island Utility Board is an advisory board to the City Council on matters regarding all utilities on the Island. The Utility Board meets on the second Tuesday of the month unless otherwise posted. For more, visit www.mercergov.org.

EVENTS | ONGOING

MIVAL 2015 Holiday Show: Nov. 2-Dec. 18, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Mercer Island Visual Arts League (MIVAL) will showcase paintings, fiber arts, photography, as well glass, jewelry, ceramics, and more. A great place to find holiday gifts for someone special on your list! Call 206-275-7609 for more info.