Around the County
Published 10:53 pm Sunday, February 14, 2010
Everett: Everett Gospel Mission rezone
The public can comment on a possible change to the city’s comprehensive plan map so that the Everett Gospel Mission can use a single-family home at 2222 52nd St. SE as an office for its nearby mission.
The hearing is set for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, eighth floor, Wall Street Building, 2930 Wetmore Ave.
The applicant has indicated a willingness to limit the use of the building to office work and to not change the exterior appearance of the home.
More info: 425-257-8731
African-American heritage celebration set for Feb. 24
A celebration of the generations of black residents who have lived in Snohomish County is planned Feb. 24.
The Communities of Color Coalition and the Snohomish County chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People are hosting the event in downtown Everett from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Snohomish County administration building east on 3000 Rockefeller Ave. Parking is available in the county garage.
The evening will feature stories about elders from the African-American community. Refreshments and light snacks will be served.
More info: Call 425-322-6924
Lake Stevens: English class offered
The Lake Stevens Family Center is offering a weekly class for native speakers of Spanish who want to improve their English skills.
The Talk Time class is scheduled for 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Lake Stevens Baptist Church, 1702 Main St.
Instructor Luisa Vazquez provides a relaxed, conversational approach to beginning English. Free child care is provided.
More info: 425-397-7433.
Mill Creek: Fire district forms honor guard
A recently formed Snohomish County Fire District 7 Honor Guard participates in community events.
Firefighters from the district worked for almost two years to form the Honor Guard, spokeswoman Autumn Waite said. The Honor Guard was created, following a long-standing tradition, to honor fallen service members, but also to participate in celebrations and community events.
The Honor Guard is a volunteer organization, and members practice and present on their own time, Waite said. Last year, for example, members presented at Cascade and Jackson High School homecoming football games. They are excited to take part in more community celebrations this year.
If you are interested in having the Honor Guard at a community event, contact Capt. Evan Adolf at 360-282-3960 or eadolf@firedistrict7.com.
