Opportunities (Dec. 9, 2016)
Published 1:30 am Friday, December 9, 2016
Give: Gifts, and gift of time, for foster kids
The Snohomish County Volunteer Guardian ad Litem program seeks donations to help bring holiday cheer to foster children. Donate a new, unwrapped gift, a gift card valued at $20 or more, or make a cash donation payable to the Snohomish County VGAL program by Dec. 21 to Snohomish County VGAL Program, 2801 10th St., Everett, WA 98201.
Volunteers also are needed for the program. Adults age 21 and older are urged to apply to begin the interview process. The next training is set for Jan. 21, 25, 28, and Feb. 1.
More than 600 children still wait for an advocate.
More info: 425-388-7854, csu@snoco.org
Shop: Several gifts that give twice
There are many ways to shop for gifts this season and, at the same time, benefit local programs, causes and charitable efforts. Some of them are listed inside today’s section in the Community Extra Calendar.
One of the options is at Providence Regional Medical Center gift shops. Volunteers operate the two Everett shops so that all proceeds can go to support the work of the nonprofit Providence General Children’s Association.
The Twig Shop is located in C-Wing Floor 1 on the Colby Campus, 1700 13th St. The Pavilion Boutique is in the lobby of the Pavilion for Women and Children, 900 Pacific Ave. Call ahead for store hours.
More info: 425-261-4588 (Colby), 425-258-7302 (Pacific)
Go Rogue: Week of ‘Star Wars’ it is
There is a lot going on for “Star Wars” fans given the marketing hoopla over another installment in George Lucas’ space (soap) opera coming to movie theaters.
Here’s a small sample of options if you need a fix:
Food drive with Darth Vader: Ahhh, he cares … BobaKahn Toys and Collectibles holds its annual food drive with costumed members of Vader’s 501st Garrison Titan — oh, and Santa, too — 12-4 p.m. Saturday at 500 SE Everett Mall Way, Unit A-1, Everett. Bring at least two nonperishable food items to benefit the Volunteers of America Food Bank, then enjoy the photo opps.
More info: 425-258-3582
Star Wars trivia: The Force is Strong at the Stanwood Library at 3 p.m. Sunday when “Star Wars” fans are invited to come (costumes encouraged) to test their knowledge and enjoy refreshments. Prizes, giveaways, photo opps. The library is at 9701 271st St. NW.
More info: 360-629-3132
Jedi Academy: Discover your secret Jedi name, build your dexterity and skill with Jedi mind tricks, make Jabba the Hut slime and more, 4:30-6 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Marysville Library, 6120 Grove St. Bring a camera and get your photo taken with local cosplayers. For young Jedi and their families.
More info: 360-658-5000
