Community Extra: Calendar

Published 3:54 pm Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Events

Musical jam: Enjoy an evening of old-time music with fiddle, guitar, banjo and more at 7 p.m. June 19 (third Friday) at the Sisco Heights Community Club, 13527 99th Ave. NE, Arlington. Musicians welcome, or just come and enjoy the music. Hot coffee and refreshments provided. More info: Don King, 360-658-8107.

Pancakes, Monroe: 8-10:30 a.m. June 20 (third Saturday) at the East County Senior Center, 276 Sky River Parkway. Cost is $5, $3 under age 12. Proceeds benefit the center. More info: 360-794-6359.

Pancakes, Arlington: The Getchell Firefighter’s Association holds its annual pancake breakfast, 7 a.m.-noon June 20 at 8424 99th Ave. NE. By donation.

Carnival: Refuge Church holds an End of School Carnival, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 20 at 2609 Larch Way, Lynnwood. Craft fair, games, food, music and fun. Cost is $5, with family discounts. More info: 425-299-6490, christine-carter@comcast.net.

Juneteenth: The Snohomish County Branch NAACP invites the community to take part in the 150th Anniversary Juneteenth Celebration, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20 at Walter E. Hall Park, 1226 West Casino Road, Everett. Community potluck, talent showcase, entertainment, activities, and opportunities to connect.

Boating class: Everett Sail and Power Squadron offers a free seminar on “Using GPS,” 2-4 p.m. June 20 in the Harbor Marine conference room, 1032 W. Marine View Drive, Everett. More info: Jim West, 425-778-0283 or phnx789@msn.com.

Puppet show: The Zambini Brothers present “The Tasty Tale of Brave Sir Bump,” a puppet show about a most unlikely hero, at 2 p.m. June 20 at the Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. For kids of all ages.

Carnival: The Arlington-Smokey Point Chamber of Commerce holds a carnival June 25-28 at the Arlington Airport grounds at 172nd Street NE and 51st Avenue. Hours are 4-10 p.m. Thursday, 12-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 12-10 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $19 at the gate.

Women’s Expo: Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County holds its inaugural women’s show, Celebrating Women Expo 2015, 12-7 p.m. June 26 and 10 a.m.-7 p.m. June 27 in the Edward D. Hansen Conference Center at Xfinity Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. Vendors, speakers, demonstrations, workshops and more. Admission is free, but a $5 donation to DVS is appreciated.

World Dance Party: 6-9 p.m. June 26 at the Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E. Riverside Drive, Bothell. Learn short and easy dances, including the cha cha, electric slide, Romanian circle, Israeli wedding dance and more. Free. For the whole family. Bring a potluck dish to share. More info: 425-286-1029, www.explore bothell.com/world-dance-party.

Animal Farm: The Animal Farm at Everett’s Forest Park is open. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Aug. 16. Forest Park is at 802 E. Mukilteo Blvd. Sheep, ducks and hens, rabbits, calves, pigs and more.

Radio relay, Everett: The Snohomish County Hams Club holds a Field Day, 11 a.m. June 27 to 11 a.m. June 28 at Harborview Park, 1699 W. Mukilteo Blvd., Everett. Field Day simulates emergency conditions. More info: www.wa7law.org, 425-308-8927.

Radio relay, Bothell: Cascade Radio Club hosts an annual American Radio Relay League Field Day event, 11 a.m. June 27 to 11 a.m. June 28. Members will be operating from the Bothell area. Field Day simulates emergency conditions. More info: www.cascaderadioclub.org.

Open house: Northwest Equine Stewardship Center holds an open house and family activities, 12-6 p.m. June 27 at Cedarbrook Farms, 9812 215th Ave. SE, Snohomish. See adoptable horses and goats. Farm tours, bazaar vendors, balloon animals and more. Guest speakers Joe Tafoya and Allen Warren. More info: www.nwesc.org.

Ground-breaking: A community ground-breaking celebration for the Stanwood-Camano YMCA is scheduled for 1-4 p.m. June 27 at the building site at 7213 267th St. NW, Stanwood. For more information about the event or donating, contact Dawne Wentworth at 360-629-9622.

Magic show: Magician Louie Foxx performs his Super Magic show, 2 p.m. June 27 at the Mukilteo Library, 4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd. Foxx demonstrates “super powers” that were inspired by characters in his favorite books. More info: 425-493-8202 ext. 3232.

Insect Safari: Children are invited to explore the sometimes creepy world of bugs, 2-3 p.m. June 27 at the Monroe Library, 1070 Village Way. Learn about exotic preserved insects and where they’re found in the world. Then see some live bugs up close and personal. More info: 360-794-7851.

Bingo karaoke: The Everett Senior Center Foundation’s next Sing-go bingo and karaoke fundraiser is set for 5:30-10 p.m. June 27 with a 1960s “Summer of Love” theme. Ages 21 and older. Karaoke starts at 6 p.m., bingo at 7. Tickets are $16 prepaid or $20 at the door and include a bingo sheet. Costume and karaoke contests, raffle, dinner available ($8). Proceeds benefit the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett. Tickets at the senior center, 3025 Lombard Ave., or at www.brownpapertickets.com. More info: Eric Wollan, 425-257-7082.

Pyro-musical: Skywizard Pyrotechnics and Wolverine West present their free annual Pyro-Musical, starting at dusk June 27 at Monroe River Valley Farm, 19829 168th St. SE, Monroe. Parking is limited so arrive early. Food and beverages available at Paula’s Wine Knot. More info: www.sywizardpyro.com.

Ways to help

Sew Thoughtful: The next Snohomish County Clothing and Textile Advisors Sew Thoughtful event is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 19 in the Cougar room behind the WSU Extension office at McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. This month’s project is tote bags for Safe Place. Kits provided. Bring sewing machine and tools and your own lunch. More info: Arlene Harris, 425-743-0118 or afharris@juno.com.

Mattresses, Monroe: The Monroe Bearcat Football Boosters hold a mattress fundraiser, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 20 at Monroe High School, 17001 Tester Road.

CASA car wash: The Camano Animal Shelter Association car wash and pet food drive is set for 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20 at the Camano Plaza parking lot near the IGA. More info: www.camano animalshelter.org.

Relay for Life: The Arlington Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society kicks off at noon June 20 at Arlington High School, 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd. Entry fee is $10. More info: Terri Bookey, 360-631-6505 or tlbookey@gmail.com.

Yard sale: A yard sale fundraiser for City of Refuge Christian Church, Egg Salad Ministries and Open Hands Ministry is set for 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 27 at 4411 76th St. NE, Marysville. Sale donations also welcome. Proceeds support community outreach projects, including feeding the homeless along the river in Sultan, Index and Snohomish. More info: smeggsalad@gmail.com.

Hobbies and Hotrods: The Road Back to Life holds its first Hobbies and Hotrods fundraiser, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 27-28 at Mariner High School, 200 120th St. SW, Everett. The group offers free mentoring to anyone affected by kidney failure. Free admission. Featuring a car show with 200 vehicles and more than 80 vendors. More info: 206-953-6168.

Foster care: Catholic Community Services seeks married couples, individuals and families of all ethnic and religious backgrounds willing to welcome one or more foster children into their home, particularly school aged siblings. More info: 425-374-6358, www.ccsww.org/fostercare.

Senior center: The Northshore Senior Center seeks volunteers to sort books for an annual sale in August. Positions are available 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays with a particular need on Mondays. Other help also is needed for the sale, including distributing flyers and security the day of the event. More info: www.northshoreseniorcenter.org or Rubbina at 425-286-1032.

Vendors: The Afton Chapter Order of Eastern Star bazaar is set for Oct. 24 at the Marysville Masonic Hall. Fee is $15 with your own table or $20 with one of the chapter’s. Proceeds benefit scholarships. More info: Helen Collins at 425-337-6493.

Donate instruments: Music4Life seeks “lovingly used” musical instruments from adults who no longer need them. The nonprofit gets them fully repaired and ready to play, then gives them to participating public school districts for use by children from low-income families. More info: 425-330-4614.

School supplies: Toys for Tots of South Snohomish County seeks new backpacks and school supplies through July 24 in preparation for a Rolling Back to School giveaway event Aug. 2 in Marysville. More info: Mary Butler at butlerm39@yahoo.com, 425-309-0047.

Donations: The YWCA of Seattle King Snohomish County seeks donations of personal care products to hand out to individuals during the upcoming Project Homeless Connect event on July 9. Needed items include soap, body wash, toothpaste, toothbrushes, washcloths, shampoo, conditioner, and deodorant. Drop off donations at the YWCA Pathways for Women shelter, 6027 208th St. SW, Lynnwood, the YWCA office in Everett at 3301 Broadway, or at the YWCA Family Village of Lynnwood, 19703 68th Ave. More info: 425-258-2766 ext. 150.

Golf tourney: Work Force Development Center plans its annual charity golf tournament, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 31 at Kayak Point Golf Course in Stanwood, featuring a number of sports and music celebrities. Format is a four-man scramble with shotgun start. Fee is $135 per person before June 17, $160 after. Includes greens fees, range balls, cart, lunch, prizes, refreshments and goodie bags. Registration: wfdcgolftournament.eventbrite.com.

Guardian at Litems: The Volunteer Guardian ad Litem program of Snohomish County seeks adults, 21 years and older, to serve as advocates for children who have been removed from their homes due to alleged abuse, neglect or abandonment. Qualified individuals from all walks of life are encouraged to submit an application and begin the interviewing process for the next training scheduled for July 18, 20, and 22. More info: 425-388-7854, csu@snoco.org.

SENIORS

Hilltoppers: The Hilltoppers of Mukilteo Presbyterian Church, a senior social group, meets next at 11:45 a.m.-2 p.m. June 23 (fourth Tuesday) at the church, 4514 84th St. SW, Mukilteo. The luncheon costs $7. For reservations, call Sheila McGillivray at 425-348-3056.

Open house: 1-5 p.m. June 24 at the Northshore Senior Center, 10201 East Riverside Drive, Bothell. Short presentations by program staff at 2 and 4 p.m. Free drawing for a Kindle Fire. RSVP requested. More info: 425-286-1024, rebeccas@seniorservices.org, www.northshoreseniorcenter.org.

Bridge: The Unsanctioned Duplicate Bridge Club has a game begin at 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and at 12 p.m. Saturdays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Age 50 and older. Cost is $1. More info: 425-257-8780.

Driving safety class: A “55 Alive” defensive driving class is offered 9 a.m.-1 p.m. the second Tuesday to Wednesday of each month at the Stillaguamish Senior Center, 18308 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington. Cost is $12 AARP members, $14 non-members. To sign up, call 360-653-4551.

Lunch: A light lunch for seniors is served at 11:20 a.m. every Wednesday at the Lake Stevens Senior Center, 2302 Soper Hill Road. Cost is $2.50 for members, $3.50 for non-members. More info: 425-335-0345.

Coffee time: Marysville Parks and Recreation features Café Baxter, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays (except holidays) at the Ken Baxter Community Center, 514 Delta Ave., Marysville. Free coffee, pastries and conversation. Open to seniors and their adult friends. More info: 360-363-8450.

Ceramics: An informal ceramics group with a volunteer instructor meets 9-11 a.m. Thursdays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Paints, glazes, tools, bisque, greenware and kiln provided. Cost is $2 a month, or $1 if one visit. Ages 50 and up. More info: Terry, 425-337-6922 or 425-337-5198 (cell).

Enhance Fitness: Group Health Medicare members are invited to take a low-impact aerobics class for free. The class, for ages 50 and older, runs 8:45-9:45 a.m. weekdays in five-week sessions at the Carl Gipson Senior Center, 3025 Lombard Ave. in Everett. No experience needed. Non-Group Health Medicare members can take the class for $30 (three days a week per five-week session). More info: 425-257-8780.

Table tennis: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays, 12:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays and 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Five tables with paddles and balls provided. Cost is $1 per session. For ages 50 and older. More info: 425-257-8780.

ASSISTANCE

Depression Bipolar: The Support Alliance meets 7-8:30 p.m. the second, third and fourth Mondays in the Rainier Room of the Medical Office Building at Providence Hospital Colby Campus, 1700 13th St., Everett. Supporting those with depression or bipolar disorder as well as their family and friends. More info: www.dbsasnoco.org or call 425-405-0786.

Mental illness, family support: Meets 7:30-9 p.m. second Mondays at Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 5115 100th St. NE, Marysville. A group for family members of adults living with mental illness to share ideas about coping and becoming better caregivers for their loved ones. More info: Wendy, 206-790-0162.

Mental illness, NAMI: A National Alliance on Mental Illness Connection recovery support group meets 7-8:30 p.m. second Thursdays in the conference room at Lake Stevens Fire Station 82, 9811 Chapel Hill Road. NAMI Connection offers free, confidential and safe support for those living with mental health challenges. More info: Kathy, 206-218-6449.

Employment Network: 10 a.m.-noon Fridays at the North Creek Presbyterian Church, 621 164th St. SE., Mill Creek. Free help with job searches, resume writing and interviewing. More info: 425-743-2386.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Several local chapters of this nonprofit weight-loss club meet at different days and times across Snohomish County. Meetings include a private weigh-in, peer support, information and awards for progress. First meeting is free. More info: www.tops.org, or area captain Darlene Wascher at 360-658-1311.