Community Extra: Calendar for March 31 to April 8, 2017

Published 1:30 am Friday, March 31, 2017

EVENTS

Pancakes, Bothell: 8-11 a.m. April 1 (first and third Saturdays) at the Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E Riverside Drive. Cost is $5. More info: 425-487-2441.

Pancakes, Snohomish: 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. April 1 (first Saturday) at the Snohomish Senior Center, 506 Fourth St. Pancakes, French toast, sausage, ham, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and more. Cost is $5, $3 for kids.

Nature walk: Friends of Camano Island Parks members lead a guided community walk April 1 at Four Springs Lake Preserve, 585 Lewis Lane. Meet at 9:50 a.m. in the parking area. The walk is about 2 miles. No dogs. Trail booklets and maps available for a suggested $1 donation. More info: www.friends ofcamanoislandparks.org.

Genealogy 101: Sno-Isle Genealogical Society offers a free beginning genealogy class, 10-11 a.m. April 1 (first Saturday) at the SIGS Research Library, 19827 Poplar Way in Lynnwood’s Heritage Park. More info: 425-775-6267.

Daffodil Festival: The annual Daffodil Festival runs 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 1 and 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.

Killer whales: Hear some Killer Whale Tales, 1 p.m. April 1 at the Northwest Stream Center at McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Cost is $5 Adopt A Stream Foundation members, $7 non-members, benefiting Streamkeeper Academy. Registration required. More info: 425-316-8592.

Swamp Lantern Festival: Celebrate one of the first signs of spring at the Swamp Lantern Festival (aka skunk cabbage), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 2 at the Northwest Stream Center at McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Reservations required. Cost is $5 for Adopt A Stream Foundation members, $7 non-members, children under 5 free. No dogs. More info: 425-316-8592.

Fake news: “This Librarian Had Read Enough ‘Fake News’ — You’ll Never Guess What She Did Next!” Librarian Emily Felt tells all, 6 p.m. April 4 at the Monroe Library, 1070 Village Way. Learn about the history of fake news, talk about “clickbait” and get some tools for tackling fake news on your own. More info: 360-794-7851.

Hike Fest: The Mountaineers Everett branch holds Hike Fest, a seminar on just about everything you need to know about hiking in the Pacific Northwest, 7-9 p.m. April 5 at the Snohomish County PUD, 2320 California St., Everett. Free. More info: edandrews@yahoo.com.

Genealogy talk: “Is Great-Grandmother Really Native American? An Introduction to Native American Genealogy” is presented by Janice Lovelace, 7 p.m. April 5 at the LDS Family History Center at 22015 48th Ave. W, Mountlake Terrace. A short meeting of the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society precedes at 6:30 p.m. More info: 425-775-6267.

TEDx Salon: A trio of TEDx presenters will offer their inspiration and advice for turning your own idea into a talk, at a TEDxSnoIsleLibraries Salon 2017, 7-8:30 p.m. April 6 at Edmonds Community College’s Black Box Theatre, 20310 68th Ave. W, Lynnwood. More info: www.edcc.edu.

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.

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.

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.

YOUTH

Teen service hours: Middle school students (grades 6-8) can earn community service credit by helping out at the Mukilteo Library, 4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd. Volunteers will prepare crafts for library programs, clean up, sort books, and more. No need to sign up. Meet 10:30-11:30 a.m. April 1 (first Saturday, September to May) in the teen area.

My First Drive-in: Young children ages 3 and older are invited to “My First Drive-in Movie,” 2 p.m. April 3 at the Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. Bring a cardboard box, transform it into a pretend car then enjoy snacks and a short movie. Registration required. More info: www. sno-isle.org, 360-568-2898.

Mexican art: Make a piñata, a confetti-filled cascarón and learn more about Mexican art, 10:30 a.m. April 4 at the Arlington Library, 135 N Washington Ave. For school-age children. More info: 360-435-3033.

Planet Science: Play with an augmented reality topographical sand box, paint with earth pigments, navigate wonder robots around a giant map, examine rocks and dinosaur scat fossils, and build an earthquake table, 11 a.m. April 4 at the Lake Stevens Library, 1804 Main St. Registration required. For ages 6-11. More info: www.sno-isle.org, 425-334-1900.

Alex Zerbe: “Come Alive!” with Alex Zerbe, of “America’s Got Talent” fame, 2 p.m. April 4 at the Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. For families. More info: 360-568-2898.

Color Magic: “Roses are red, violets are blue. Find out why, and change their color too,” 2 p.m. April 4 at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W. Also set for 2 p.m. April 6 at the Brier Library (23303 Brier Road) and 2 p.m. April 12 at the Mukilteo Library (4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd.). More info: www.sno-isle.org.

Backyard Detectives: Learn about the amazing world out your back door, 2 p.m. April 4 at the Edmonds Library, 650 Main St. Learn about birds, bugs, plants and trees. For ages 6 and up. Program also set for 2 p.m. April 5 at the Brier Library (23303 Brier Road), 2 p.m. April 6 at the Lynnwood Library (19200 44th Ave. W) and 2 p.m. April 11 at the Mukilteo Library (4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd.). More info: www.sno-isle.org.

Locked in the Library: Tweens and teens can take part in a puzzle game, Locked in the Library, with sessions throughout the day April 5 at the Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. Solve clues to get you and your team out of an “escape room.” Registration required; space is limited. More info: www. sno-isle.org, 360-568-2898.

Naturescapes: Children ages 4 and older are invited to create a naturescape using natural elements, recycled materials and special chalk, 2 p.m. April 5 at the Everett Public Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave. Creations take on new life under a black light. Presented by Imagine Children’s Museum. More info: 425-257-8030.

Robots in space: Tweens and teens ages 9-15 are invited to “Robot Garage” with the Museum of Flight, 2 p.m. April 5 at the Granite Falls Library, 815 E Galena St. Use robotics kits to explore basic engineering skills required to build an extraterrestrial rover. Limited space. Registration required. More info: www.sno-isle.org, 360-691-6087.

Eco-printing: Use recycled materials to create greeting cards, bookmarks and art suitable for framing while learning a variety of printmaking styles and terms, 2 p.m. April 6 at the Lake Stevens Library, 1804 Main St. For ages 10-18. Registration required. More info: www.sno-isle.org, 425-334-1900.

Chem STEM: Explore the crazy cool world of chemistry in this hands-on workshop, 2 p.m. April 6 at the Stanwood Library, 9701 271st St. NW. For school-age children. Registration required. More info: www.sno-isle.org, 360-629-3132.

Drip art: Create a canvas artwork with colorful drip art, 1:30 p.m. April 7 at the Everett Public Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave. For ages 8-14, or ages 5-7 with adult assistance. Wear clothing that can get messy. Registration recommended. More info: 425-257-8030.

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.

WAYS TO HELP

Yard sale: A community garage sale is set for 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 1 at Marysville United Methodist Church, 5600 64th St. NE. Proceeds benefit Kloz 4 Kids and the church’s Wildfire Recovery Ministry. More info: marysvilleumc.org.

Blood drive: A Red Cross blood drive is set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 1 at Cabela’s, 9810 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip. More info: redcrossblood.org, 800-733-2767.

Volunteer in Edmonds: A Community Volunteer Open House is set for 1-4 p.m. April 1 at the Edmonds Historical Museum, 118 Fifth Ave. Find volunteer opportunities with a wide variety of local nonprofits, causes and civic events. More info: 425-774-0900.

The Binky Patrol: A group of quilters, knitters and crocheters who make “binkies” for children in traumatic situations seeks volunteers and donations of fabric, yarn or thread. Meets next on April 2 (first Sunday) in Marysville. More info: 360-659-7198.

Pajama Bowl: Mattress Firm and the Ticket to Dream Foundation hold a Pajama Bowl at 11 a.m. April 2 at Brunswick Lanes, 1222 164th St. SW, Lynnwood. Teams of four or five are invited to register, raise money for foster kids, and bowl in pajamas. More info: www.pajamabowl.com.

Northshore benefit: A Northshore Schools Foundation “All In For Kids” fundraiser is set for April 4. Attend a business breakfast (7:30-8:30 a.m.) or a community lunch (11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.) at the new North Creek High School, 3613 191st Place SE, Bothell. A student expo and campus tours run 8:30-11:30 a.m. Free to attend; donations will be requested. More info: 425-408-7680, allin4kids17.eventbrite.com.

Fix bikes: The 2017 Kids Bike Swap is set for June 18, and volunteers are needed to help get kids bikes repaired for the big event sponsored by the nonprofit Sharing Wheels Community Bike Shop. Work parties are set for 6-9 p.m. April 6, April 20, May 4, May 18, June 1 and June 15, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 16, May 21 and June 11 at 2531 Broadway, Everett. All abilities welcome. More info: 425-252-6952, www.sharingwheels.org​.

Shopping bags: YWCA is in need of large department store paper shopping bags for its Women’s Working Wardrobe program. Bags may be dropped off at the YWCA at 3301 Broadway in Everett. More info: Vicki Von Stubbe, 425-258-2766 ext. 150 or vvonstubbe@ywcaworks.org.

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.

ASSISTANCE

ACA help: Get your questions about the Affordable Care Act answered and get help signing up for insurance at a free session, 1-3 p.m. April 3 at the Everett Public Library Evergreen Branch, 9512 Evergreen Way. First come, first served. More info: www.epls.org, 425-257-8270.

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.