Community Extra: Calendar for April 7-15

Published 1:30 am Friday, April 7, 2017

EVENTS

Pancakes, Edmonds: 8:30-9:30 a.m. April 7 (first Friday) at the Edmonds Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave. Pancakes, strawberry compote, eggs, ham, biscuits and sausage gravy, beverages. Cost is $5.

Daffodil Festival: The annual Daffodil Festival wraps up 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 8 at the Freeborn Reserve at Freeborn Church and Bonhoeffer Botanical Gardens, off I-5 exit 215 in Stanwood. Over 400,000 blooming daffodils, local art vendors, live music, native plants, art glass gallery, bake sale, quilt sale, raffle and more. Free admission. More info: www.freebornchurch.org.

Craft show: Marysville Parks, Culture and Recreation holds its Spring Craft and Garden Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 8 at Totem Middle School, 1605 Seventh St. More info: 360-363-8401.

Shredding event: A free shredding and electronics recycling event is set for 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 8 at Windermere Real Estate’s Alderwood office, 18811 28th Ave. W, Suite J, Lynnwood. Shredding runs until 1 p.m. E-recycling runs until 2 p.m. Donations will be accepted for the Lynnwood Food Bank. More info: 425-776-9580.

Mars: Western Washington University professor Melissa Rice, of NASA’s Mars Curiosity Rover Team, reports on the latest research findings about the Red Planet, 2 p.m. April 8 at the Everett Public Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave. More info: 425-257-8000.

Iceland heritage: Everett Mayor Ray Stephanson will talk about his family’s Icelandic roots at a Daughters of Norway program, starting at 10 a.m. April 15 at Normanna Hall, 2725 Oakes Ave., Everett. Attendees are advised to come early to get a seat. More info: www.daughtersofnorway.org.

Genealogy talk: The Stillaguamish Valley Genealogical Society hosts a free presentation “Read ‘Em or Weep: Promises and Pitfalls in Newspaper Research,” 1 p.m. April 11 at 6111 188th Place N, Arlington. The presenter is Mary Kircher Roddy, a writer and a member of the Puget Sound Association of Professional Genealogists.

Arbor Day: The city of Everett hosts an Arbor Day Ceremony, 12:45-2:15 p.m. April 12 at Legion Memorial Park, 144 Alverson Blvd. Fifth-graders from Whittier Elementary School will plant trees and other plants and help the city celebrate its 22nd Tree City USA designation from the National Arbor Day Foundation. Snohomish County PUD will receive the Tree Line Award. Refreshments provided. More info: 425-257-8304.

Cougars: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife scientist Brian Kertson gives an entertaining and informative lecture on cougars, 7 p.m. April 13 at the Northwest Stream Center in McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. For fifth grade on up. Reservations required. Cost is $5 Adopt A Stream Foundation members, $7 non-members, and benefit Streamkeeper Academy. More info: 425-316-8592.

Pancakes, Lake Stevens: A Norwegian Pancake Breakfast is served 7:30-10:30 a.m. April 15 (third Saturday, September to May) at Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 2111 117th Ave. NE. Cost is $6; children under age 4 are free. More info: 425-334-0421.

Pancakes, Monroe: 8-10:30 a.m. April 15 (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.

YOUTH

Mystery Box: A mystery box with an unknown STEM experience will be opened at 3 p.m. April 7 at the Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. For school-age kids. More info: 360-568-2898.

Book swap: Families are invited to bring gently used books to share for a swap, 4 p.m. April 7 at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W. Snacks provided. More info: 425-778-2148.

Egg hunt: Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to a Flashlight Egg Hunt, 6 p.m. April 7 in a darkened gym at Heatherwood Middle School, 1419 Trillium Blvd., Mill Creek. Seek out candy, sponsor prizes, swag and more. Student ID and signed waiver are required. More info: 425-551-7254.

Egg hunt: Northwest Community Church holds an Easter Eggstravaganza, 10 a.m. to noon April 8 at 11715 North Creek Parkway S, Suite 110, Bothell. Free. For kids up to age 12. Games, egg hunts, bounce houses, face painting and more. More info: www.northwest.org, 425-402-4445.

Storybook Garden: Meet in the garden for stories, crafts and hands-on activities exploring the intriguing world of Paul Fleischman’s “Weslandia,” 10:30 a.m. April 8 at the Arlington Library, 135 N Washington Ave. For school-age children. More info: 360-435-3033.

Egg hunt: All Breed Equine Rez-Q holds an Easter-themed open house, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 8 at 2415 116th St. NE, Marysville. Easter bunny, $10 pony rides, farm tours, games, and much more. Egg hunt is at noon. More info: www.allbreedhorserezq.com, 425-263-6390.

Ozobots: Tweens and teens are invited to code some tiny robots using markers and paper, 11 a.m. April 11 at the Arlington Library, 135 N Washington Ave. More info: 360-435-3033.

Backyard Detectives: Learn about the amazing world out your back door, 2 p.m. April 11 at the Mukilteo Library, 4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd. More info: 425-493-8202, ext. 3232.

Stranded Stanwood: Help save the Baudelaire orphans from Count Olaf’s clutches using your imagination and creativity during this interactive dinner adventure, 6 p.m. April 11 at the Stanwood Library, 9701 271st St. NW. Starts with dinner across the street at the Stanwood Camano Community Resource Center. Free. Registration required. More info: http://tinyurl.com/k8occ6t, 360-629-5257.

Show Biz Kids 4-H: Meets next 6:30-8 p.m. April 11 (second Tuesdays) at the Horseshoe Grange, 16424 Broadway Ave., Snohomish. Students in grades K-12 explore various areas of performing arts. More info: 360-668-6681 or 425-357-6044.

Color Magic: “Roses are red, violets are blue. Find out why, and change their color too,” 2 p.m. April 12 at the Mukilteo Library, 4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd. More info: 425-493-8202, ext. 3232.

Books and Bricks: Listen to the story of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” then build an ice cream cone out of Duplos (for preschool age children) or a motorized caterpillar out of tech bricks (for school-age children), 2 p.m. April 13 at the Mukilteo Library, 4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd. More info: 425-493-8202, ext. 3232.

Teen Night: Schack Art Center (2921 Hoyt Ave.) holds free after-hours Teen Nights. The next one is 6-8 p.m. April 13, which also is opening night for the Black and White Photography Contest. More info: www.schack.org/teen-night.

Amazing Inventors: Learn about some of history’s great and unknown inventors, then brainstorm your own inventions, 3 p.m. April 14 at the Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. For school-age kids. More info: 360-568-2898.

April Pools Day: A water safety fair is held 9 a.m.-1 p.m. April 15 in the lobby of the Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion pool, 5303 228th St. SW. Free safety activities in the pool will be held 5-6 p.m. Participants in pool activities can get a free pass for the recreation swim session that follows, 6:15-7:45 p.m. More info: www.mltrec.com, 425-776-9173.

College planning: Learn how to plan for college applications early and be a stand-out candidate at a college planning workshop, 2-3:30 p.m. April 15 at the Mukilteo Library, 4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd. For families with students in grades 8-11. Registration required. More info: https://goo.gl/n0xQ6x, 425-493-8202.

WAYS TO HELP

Work party: Sharing Wheels Community Bike Shop holds work parties to help prepare bicycles for its annual Kids Bike Swap in June. The next work party is 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 16. The shop is at 2531 Broadway, Everett. More info: www.sharingwheels.org or 425-252-6952.

Project Linus: The next Project Linus event will be 12:30-2:30 p.m. April 11 (second Tuesday) at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Volunteers make quilts and blankets to donate to Snohomish County kids who have experienced traumatic life events. Materials and equipment provided. Bring a sewing machine if you have one. More info: Diane, 425-252-4524.

Bingo Night: Arlington Dollars for Scholars holds a Bingo Night fundraiser, 6 p.m. April 15 at Presidents Elementary School, 505 E. Third St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Entry fee is $15 for 10 games. Concessions available. Silent auction. Proceeds benefit a scholarship fund for Arlington School District graduates. More info: George Boulton, flobgeo@netscape.net or 425-501-1103.

Volunteer training: Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County offers community education and volunteer training classes beginning April 17. Classes are held 5:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays through May 15 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 6 in downtown Everett. Classes are free to those willing to commit to 10 hours of volunteering. More info: Stephanie Civey, 425-259-2827 ext. 1013, stephanie@dvs-snoco.org.

Donate bikes: In preparation for its annual Kids Bike Swap in June, the nonprofit Sharing Wheels Community Bike Shop seeks donations of working or repairable kids’ bicycles. A $5 donation is appreciated with each bike to help cover the costs of replacement parts. Bikes with 20-inch size wheels are especially needed. The shop is at 2531 Broadway, Everett. More info: www.sharingwheels.org or 425-252-6952.

Vendors sought: Marysville Poochapalooza seeks pet-related vendors and business sponsors for its July 8 event. Early bird vendor rates until May 1. Proceeds benefit needs at Marysville’s Strawberry Fields for Rover Off-Leash Dog Park. More info: http://poochapalooza.org, 425-268-5285.

Volunteer in Arlington: The Arlington Visitor Center seeks volunteers to greet guests and provide information about the city and surrounding area. The Visitor Center is located at the Depot next to Legion Park, adjacent to the Centennial Trail. Volunteers are needed for weekend days. Shifts are flexible. More info: Rob or Denise Putnam, 360-435-2054 or putnamd72@gmail.com.

Gospel Mission help: The Everett Gospel Mission seeks volunteers to help with its Easter meals. More info: janderson@egmission.org.

Genealogy intern: The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society seeks a volunteer intern who has computer skills and is interested in history. This could be an opportunity for a teenager to earn community service hours on Saturdays. Hours are flexible. More info: Marge, 425-775-6267 (11 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays or Saturdays).

Fabric donations: The Clothing and Textile Advisors of Snohomish County in partnership with WSU Extension 4H Youth Development seek donations of fabric, notions, trims, patterns, yarn, needlework items and related books and magazines for an annual Fabric Sale, set for June 17. Proceeds support the Camp Stitch-a-Lot youth summer program, a scholarship for a student studying apparel design and development at Seattle Central College, and other community sewing programs. More info: Arlene at 425-743-0118 or Julie at 425-835-0391.

Volunteer: Looking to volunteer but don’t know where or how? The United Way of Snohomish County website, Get Connected, connects volunteers with a variety of opportunities throughout the county. More info: getconnected.uwsc.org.

Soup kitchen, Everett: Salt of the Earth Soup Kitchen is held noon Tuesdays at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2531 Hoyt Ave., Everett. Free hot meal served to the homeless, low-income seniors and families, and kids on the street. Volunteers needed. More info: Sandra, 425-355-1042.

Food bank, Arlington: Arlington Community Food Bank is open to clients for shopping 12-1 p.m. Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, and 12-1 p.m. Fridays. Volunteers needed. Donations can be mailed to 19118 63rd Ave. NE, Arlington. More info: ACFoodbank@frontier.com, 360-435-1631.

Food bank, Marysville: Shopping assistants are needed to help visitors select groceries at Marysville Community Food Bank, 4150 88th St. NE. Hours are 9-11:30 a.m. Mondays and Fridays, and 3-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. More info: 360-658-1054, marysvillefoodbank@frontier.com.

Food bank, Mill Creek: The Mill Creek Community Food Bank, sponsored by Hope Creek Charitable Foundation, is open 5-7 p.m. Thursdays at Gold Creek Community Church, 4326 149th St. SE. Serving the 98012 area. Bring a photo ID and a recent piece of mail. More info: 425-876-7158.

Food bank, Snohomish: There are several volunteer opportunities in Snohomish, including a cold weather shelter group (Jackie at 425-220-2217), the Community Kitchen free meal service (425-501-6054), and the Snohomish Community Food Bank (Elizabeth Grant at 360-568-7993). More info: snohomishfoodbank.org.

Food bank, Lynnwood: The Cedar Valley Food Bank operates out of Cedar Valley Community School on selected dates. Donations can be dropped off at the Edmonds School District’s Educational Services Center, 20420 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood.

RSVP: The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), sponsored by Catholic Community Services, seeks people ages 55 and older for a variety of volunteer positions, such as Boys and Girls Club mentors, volunteer drivers, food bank workers, tax preparers and more. Volunteer locations are across the county with varying days and times of commitment. More info: John McAlpine at johnm@ccsww.org, 425-374-6374 or 888-240-8572.

SENIORS

Health fair: A Health and Resource Fair is set for 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 12 at the Stillaguamish Senior Center, 18218 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington. Free health screenings and seminars. Sign up for an oral health screening and get a $20 gift card. More info: 360-653-4551, aerbeck@stillycenter.org.

Gift shop: The Carl Gipson Senior Center gift shop is open to all, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday through Saturday. New items are in, including lots of Easter items. The senior center is at 3025 Lombard Ave. More info: 425-257-8780.

Bingo, Arlington: 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 7 p.m. Fridays at the Stillaguamish Senior Center, 18308 Smokey Point Blvd. Ages 10 and up. Prizes, large pots available. Pull tabs, food. More info: 360-653-4551.

Bingo, Everett: 12:30-3 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center, 3025 Lombard Ave. Cost is $2 for three-on. Daubers available for purchase. Age 50 and older. More info: 425-257-8780.

Bingo, Edmonds: 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays at the Edmonds Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave. Cost is 25 cents per card with prizes available. More info: 425-774-5555.

Bingo, Granite Falls: 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays ($6 buy-in) and 50-cent sessions 4-6 p.m. Wednesdays at the Granite Falls Senior Center, 302 S Granite Ave. Also, penny bingo follows Thursday lunches (lunch is $3). More info: 360-691-7177.

Bingo, Lake Stevens: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fridays at the Lake Stevens Senior Center, 2302 Soper Hill Road. Free coffee and desserts. More info: 425-335-0345.

Bingo, Snohomish: 6:30 p.m. first Saturdays at the Snohomish Senior Center, 506 Fourth St. Doors open at 5 p.m., early-bird session is 6:15 p.m. Buy-in is $8. All ages. More info: 360-568-0934.

Bridge, Arlington: The Arlington Bridge Club meets 12-4 p.m. Thursdays at the Stillaguamish Senior Center, 18218 Smokey Point Blvd. More info: 360-653-4551 or 360-540-9129.

Bridge, Edmonds: The Friends of the Edmonds Library bridge group meets 10 a.m. first Mondays in the plaza room at the library, 650 Main St. Cost is $15 for the year. Play 20 hands. Prizes awarded in May. All ages. More info: Kyleene Perry, 208-440-5982.

Bridge, Everett: The Unsanctioned Duplicate Bridge Club plays 12 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center, 3025 Lombard Ave. Party bridge is 12:30 p.m. Fridays, 8:45 a.m. Tuesdays. Age 50 and older. Cost is $1. More info: 425-257-8780.

Bridge, Mukilteo: Party Bridge at 10 a.m. second and fourth Mondays, with practice bridge with limited lessons at 9 a.m., at Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave. All ages. More info: Mamta at 425-789-1106 or Patti at 425-280-4940.

Scrabble, Everett: Plays 12:15 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Age 50 and older. More info: 425-334-2878.

Scrabble, Snohomish: Plays 12:30 p.m. Mondays at the Snohomish Senior Center, 506 Fourth St. All ages welcome.

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 $2 per session. For ages 50 and older. More info: 425-257-8780.

ASSISTANCE

Mindfulness: The YWCA and Verdant Community Wellness Center offer a free class series, “Introduction to Mindfulness: Skill Building and Weekly Practice,” 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays, April 11 to May 30, at Verdant Community Wellness Center, 4710 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. Registration and more info: Arlen, 425-412-2364 or afrazie@ywcaworks.org.

ADHD as an asset: Cindy Jobs shows how, properly managed, ADHD can become not a disability, but an asset, 6 p.m. April 11 at the Everett Public Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave. More info: 425-257-8000.

Career fair: Edmonds Community College hosts a career fair, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 12 in Woodway Hall 202 on the campus at 20000 68th Ave. W, Lynnwood. More info: http://bit.ly/2lVCMLC.

Helper self-care: Victim Support Services offers “Emotional Wellness: Self-Care for Helping Professionals,” 10 a.m. to noon April 18 in Everett. Cost is $20. Reservations required. More info: 425-252-6081, julie@victimsupportservices.org.

Managing emotions: The YWCA and Verdant Community Wellness Center offer a free class series on “Managing Difficult Emotions,” 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays, April 19 to June 7, at Verdant Community Wellness Center, 4710 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. Registration and more info: Arlen, 425-412-2364 or afrazie@ywcaworks.org.

Tax prep for seniors: Free assistance in preparing federal tax returns is offered to low-income individuals and seniors by appointment, 1-8 p.m. Wednesdays through April 12 at the Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave. W. Register in person at the registration desk. More info: 425-776-8722.

Tax prep: Edmonds Community College and United Way offer free income tax return preparation and e-filing to U.S. citizens and residents on a drop-in basis, 5-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 2-5:30 p.m. Fridays, through April 18, in Mountlake Terrace Hall 206 on the campus of Edmonds Community College, 20000 68th Ave. W, Lynnwood. More info: edcc.edu/vita.

More tax help: United Way of Snohomish County offers free tax preparation for any households making less than $64,000. Help is offered at locations across Snohomish County. More info: www.uwsc.org/taxhelp, 425-374-5526.

Swedish/Edmonds: A variety of free support groups and fee-based health classes are offered at the hospital, 21601 76th Ave. W., Edmonds. More info: www.swedish.org/classes.

Memory Café: Local nonprofit Snohomish County Music Project hosts monthly Memory Café events for individuals suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, 12:30-2 p.m. second Fridays at the Northwest Music Hall, located inside the Everett Mall. Suggested donation is $10. Space is first-come, first-served, and RSVPs are requested. More info: info@scMusicProject.org, 425-258-1605.

Alzheimer’s, Arlington: An Alzheimer’s Support Group meets fourth Saturdays at Smokey Point Community Church. More info: Lou Ann, 360-722-1471.

Alzheimer’s caregivers, Everett: An Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support group for unpaid care partners, family members and friends of those with memory loss meets 3-5 p.m. fourth Tuesdays in the Monte Cristo Conference Room at The Everett Clinic, 3830 Hoyt Ave. More info: Paula Townsell, 425-346-8687.

Alzheimer’s caregivers, Snohomish: An Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support group for unpaid care partners, family members and friends of those with memory loss meets 7-8:30 p.m. second Thursdays at the Snohomish Senior Center, 506 Fourth St. More info: Sheri Pemberton, 425-252-6873.

Caregivers, Marysville: A support group to help those who are dealing with the challenges of unpaid care giving meets 10-11:30 a.m. third Tuesdays at the Ken Baxter Community Center, 514 Delta Ave., Marysville. More info: 360-363-8450.

Caregivers, Lynnwood: A family caregiver support group meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. second Wednesdays at Gencare Scriber Gardens, 6024 200th St. SW, Lynnwood. Refreshments provided. More info: 425-673-7111.

Chronic pain: A support group for those with chronic pain meets 1 p.m. second Tuesdays at the Edmonds Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave. Led by Michelle Reitan, MSW and Sue Shearer, RN, BSN. More info: 425-774-5555.

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