Events
Film series: First Presbyterian Church’s Reel World Cinema film series now focuses on current campaign issues. The next film showing is June 3 with “Lone Star,” on the topic of immigration and cultural resentments. Potluck meal at 6 p.m., movie at 7, discussion to follow. The church is at 2936 Rockefeller Ave. More info: Dana Wright, 206-356-8872.
Hugging saint: Mata Amritanandamayi — known as Amma, “the hugging saint” — visits June 4-5 at the Edward D. Hansen Conference Center at Xfinity Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. Free. Numbered tokens for individual blessings are distributed 90 minutes before each program (10 a.m. and 7 p.m. each day). More info: 425-322-2600, www.amma.org.
Ordination anniversary: Saint Timothy Lutheran Church of Edmonds celebrates the Rev. Richard Flath’s 40th year in ministry with a festive worship service, 10 a.m. June 5 at 16431 52nd Ave. W. Flath was ordained in 1976 and has served in various congregations, including Zion Lutheran in Snohomish (1986-2008) and Saint Timothy (since 2010). More info: 425-743-2323.
Holocaust survivor: Steve Adler shares his experience as a child in Berlin during Kristallnacht and being selected for the Kindertransport at a public presentation, 11 a.m. June 5 at Chabad Jewish Center of Snohomish County, 19626 76th Ave. W, Suite B, Lynnwood. Free. More info: www.jewishsnohomish.com.
Treasures Sale: The Cascade View Presbyterian Church Women’s Association holds its annual Treasures Sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 10 and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 11 at the church, 1030 E Casino Road, Everett. Proceeds benefit a variety of causes, including Matthew House, Cocoon House, Pathways for Women and Shower to the People. Find antiques, jewelry, craft supplies, furniture, sporting goods, tools and lots more. Donations welcome 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-9. More info: Kathleen, 425-239-3097.
Women’s luncheon: The next Mill Creek Christian Women’s Connection is set for 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. June 13 at Shawn O’Donnell’s restaurant, 122 128th St. SE, Everett. Cost is $17. Reservations due by June 9. Speaker is Donna Paris, music by Jerry Goodman, gardening tips from Trevor Cameron. More info: Connie. 425-774-4571 or millcreekcwc@gmail.com.
Services
Living Interfaith: Brett Dupree leads an examination of the magic of words in “New Age Beliefs,” 10:30 a.m. May 28 at Living Interfaith Church. Dupree shares “how positive affirmations have helped him overcome social anxiety and find peace within himself.” The church meets at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 6915 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. Services are second and fourth Saturdays (except summer and December) and focus on a variety of faith traditions. More info: living interfaith.org.
Unity, Lynnwood: The Rev. Richard Loren Held gives the fifth part of the message “Once Upon A Time: The Power of a Story,” May 29 at Unity in Lynnwood, 16727 Alderwood Mall Parkway. The series pulls stories from various religious traditions. Music by Matthew Wilson. Services are at 9 and 11 a.m. More info: 425-741-7172, www.unityin lynnwood.org.
Unity, Everett: Unity Minister Sherry Schultz presents “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy,” 10 a.m. May 29 at Everett Unity Center for Positive Living, 3231 Colby Ave. “What is the difference between forgiveness and mercy?” More info: 425-258-2244, www.everett unity.org.
Meetings, classes
GriefShare, Marysville: Mountain View Presbyterian Church hosts the support group, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, June 2 to Sept. 1, at the church, 5115 100th St. NE. Workbooks are $15. More info: 360-659-7777, rachel@mtvpc.org.
Knitting: Knitters and crocheters are invited to help with monthly charitable projects, 10-11 a.m. first Saturdays at Trinity Episcopal Church, 2301 Hoyt Ave., Everett. More info: 425-252-4129, administrator@trinityeverett.org.
Meditation: Teachings and guided meditations in practical Buddhist methods for happiness are held 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Room 311 of the Everett Public Market Building, 2804 Grand Ave. Enter through Sno-Isle Food Co-op (take elevator). Suggested donation is $10, $5 for seniors, students and the unemployed. More info: 206-526-9565.
Chenrezig study group: The Chenrezig Project, a Tibetan Buddhist study and practice group, meets 7-8:45 p.m. Tuesdays in Monroe. More info: info@chenrezigproject.org.
Coffee Break: Cascade Christian Reformed Church in Marysville holds a Coffee Break women’s Bible study, 9:45-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, September through June. Story hour and nursery available for children. A men’s basketball group also meets at 6 p.m. Tuesdays in the gym. The church is at 13908 51st Ave. More info: Amy, CascadeCRC@outlook.com.
Journey with Jesus: Immaculate Conception/Our Lady of Perpetual Help offers “Growing Together in Faith Through the Catechism” classes from 7-8:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month in Hensen Hall, 2619 Cedar St., Everett. Each meeting stands on its own. More info: 425-349-7014.
River of Life: Free classes are offered at River of Life Community Church, 5218 S. Second Ave., Everett. A personal finance class, “War on Debt,” is held 12-1 p.m. the first and third Saturdays of the month. Community garden planning sessions are at 1 p.m. the first and third Saturdays. Other classes also are available. The classes are free, but donations to the church food bank are encouraged.
Mental illness: A National Alliance on Mental Illness spiritual support group for those living with mental illness and their family and friends meets at 7 p.m. first and third Tuesdays at North Sound Church, 404 Bell St., Edmonds. This is an interfaith group. More info: Ronn Larpenteur, 206-679-8892 or ronnlarpenteur@msn.com.
Overcoming addiction: “Eight-Step Recovery: Using Buddha’s Teaching to Overcome Addiction” is offered 6-7:30 p.m. Sundays at Everett Unity Center for Positive Living, 3231 Colby Ave. In partnership with Northwest Buddhist Recovery. More info: 425-258-2244, www.everettunity.org.
Celebrate Recovery: Mukilteo Four Square hosts a Celebrate Recovery group 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Free dinner, large group teaching and testimony, small gender-based share groups, kids church. “Open to all who have hurts, habits, and hang-ups.” The church is at 4424 Chennault Beach Road. More info: mukilteofoursquare.org.
Youth help: Trinity Lutheran Church’s Neighborhood Youth Alliance provides a safe environment for homeless and low-income school-age children to help build basic education and life skills, while their families engage in support services, 8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at the church, 6215 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. For youth ages 6 to 16 from families who are homeless or low-income. More info: 425-778-2159.
Meals, clothing
Neighbors in Need: Breakfast, clothing, groceries and showers are offered 8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Trinity Lutheran Church, 6215 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. More info: 425-778-2159.
Friday Night Outreach: Hot meals, sandwiches, fruit, clothes and haircuts are offered 5-6:30 p.m. Fridays at First Baptist Church, 1616 Pacific Ave., Everett. Toiletries twice a month. More info: 425-259-9166.
Clothing, Clearview: A free clothing bank with clothing for men, women and children is open 10 a.m.-noon the first Tuesday of each month at the Clearview Gospel Hall, 17826 180th St. SE, Snohomish. More info: Dawn, 360-668-0836.
Clothing, Lake Stevens: Cornerstone Bible Church provides gently used clothes 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursdays in its Care Center at 15533 75th St. NE, between Lake Stevens and Granite Falls. Limit two bags per visit. Donations welcome. More info: 360-386-9871.
Clothing, Marysville: Kloz 4 Kidz is a free clothing resource center for kids in north Snohomish County. Open three days a week. Located behind Marysville United Methodist Church, 5600 64th St. NE. Call for an appointment: 360-658-1021.
Meals and food, Everett: A Dinner Bell meal is served at 5:30 p.m. Thursdays at Everett United Church of Christ, 2624 Rockefeller Ave. Volunteers welcome. Food pantry is open 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. the last two Mondays of each month. Donations welcome. More info: 425-252-7224.
Breakfast, Everett: The Cove serves a free hot sit-down breakfast, open to all, 10-11 a.m. Wednesdays at Sanctuary Covenant Church, 4502 Rucker Ave. More info: 425-252-9191.
Community meals, Everett: 5-6 p.m. Tuesdays at Faith Lutheran Church, 6708 Cady Road, Everett. A small food and clothing bank with fresh produce also is offered 12-2 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Community kitchen: 4:30-6 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays at St. John’s, 913 Second Ave., Snohomish. More info: 360-568-4622.
The Table: A community dinner at 6 p.m. Thursdays at Mountain View Church, 9015 44th Drive NE, Marysville. Children welcome. More info: 360-659-0445.
Soup kitchen: Salt of the Earth serves free hot meals, noon Tuesdays at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2531 Hoyt Ave., to the homeless, low-income seniors and families, and kids on the street. Volunteers needed. More info: Sandra, 425-355-1042.
Meals, clothes: Gold Creek Community Church provides a free hot meal and sack lunches the first, third and fifth Sunday of the month at Central Lutheran Church, 2702 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. Dinners are at 5 p.m. during Daylight Saving Time and at 4 p.m. during Standard Time.
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