Front Porch
Published 1:30 am Wednesday, June 14, 2017
EVENTS
Road projects open house
Snohomish County Public Works is mulling two road projects near Bothell, Brier and Alderwood Manor to help address increased traffic. An open house to discuss potential road designs and project timelines is set for 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday at Mountlake Terrace High School, 21801 44th Ave. W.
Proposed projects:
– Extend 14th Avenue W to connect Locust Way at 215th Place SW to 228th Street SW
– Improve the intersection of Locust Way and Larch Way (Logan Road) by adding a traffic signal with left- and right-turn pockets
More info: www.snohomishcountywa.gov/PublicWorks
Soap box derby ready to roll
The annual Stanwood-Camano Soap Box Derby is set for Saturday at “Derby Downs,” the hill on 276th Street NW. Races start near the Stanwood Community and Senior Center. The first race is at 9 a.m. Most cars are sponsored by local businesses or organizations, and children and teens have worked for months to get ready for the race. The event is free for spectators.
More info: Facebook.com/stancamsbd, 360-629-5257
Dairy coronation nears
The 2017 Washington State Dairy Ambassador Coronation is set for 5:30 p.m. June 24 at the Byrnes Performing Arts Center, 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd., Arlington. Tickets are $20 ($10 students, younger than 6 free) until Friday and go up $5 after that. Admission includes light appetizers during a short intermission.
More info: gloria.wsdw@hotmail.com, 360-273-7313
Teens invited to tie dye
Kids ages 10 to 16 are invited to “Tie Dye the World,” 3 p.m. June 22 at the Stanwood Library, 9701 271st St. NW. Bring something to dye, or grab an item from the mystery bag. Space is limited and registration is required.
More info: www.sno-isle.org/events, 360-629-3132
WAYS TO HELP
Skydivers sought for fundraiser
Housing Hope and Skydive Snohomish have partnered to raise money for families transitioning out of homelessness. On July 1, during Fill the Sky with Hope, Skydive Snohomish has pledged to donate part of the registration fees from skydivers. Last year, the event raised more than $6,000. Eight skydiving classes are available between 9 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. that day. Seven Housing Hope families also plan to jump that day in tandem dives donated by Skydive Snohomish.
More info: housinghope.org/fill-the-sky-with-hope
OPPORTUNITY
Free car seat checks
The Lynnwood Police Department offers free car seat installations and inspections Wednesdays by appointment. Allow for up to 45 minutes. It’s best to have the child present. Have your vehicle owner’s manual and child seat instructions handy.
More info: 425-670-5710
