Learn about Christmas House: Mark Nysether of Christmas House will speak at the Everett Port Gardner Breakfast Rotary Club meeting to update members about the organization’s goal of providing toys and essentials to low-income families during the holidays.7:15 a.m. Wednesday at Everett Golf and Country Club, 1500 52nd St. SE, Everett.
Thanksgiving gathering: Snohomish County Christian School invites the public to celebrate Thanksgiving with its secondary and elementary students in a school-wide chapel. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesday at 23607 54th Ave W., Mountlake Terrace. Contact Kim Dicecco at 425-774-7773 or kdicecco@ sccslions.org.
Turkey Chase fun run: For runners in grades K-5. Cost $15. Advance registration required. Check-in at 2:15 p.m. Wednesday; race starts at 2:45 p.m. at Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville. 360-651-5085.
THURSDAY
thursday
Help with the Ray of Hope Thanksgiving dinner: Volunteers and supplies are needed to help provide a Thanksgiving dinner to the city’s less fortunate. 11 a.m. Thursday at 1917 California St., Everett. 425-339-1387 or admin@pccfwa.org.
Thanksgiving Day feed: The Pine Cone Cafe, under new management, will feed the homeless from 1-5 p.m. Thursday. No charge; first-come, first-served. Turkeys donated by US Foods; the Pine Cone will provide mashed potatoes, vegetables, stuffing, pies and juice. 18929 Highway 99, Lynnwood. 425-776-0788.
friDAY
friDAY
Rainbow Girls of District 19 25th annual “Home for the Holidays” arts and crafts fair: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Edmonds Masonic Center, 515 Dayton Ave., Edmonds.
Just Us craft show: Featuring 50 of the Northwest’s finest crafters, wood, floral, clothing, food, jewelry and soft sculpture. 9-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Country Village, 23718 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell. 206-542-6055 or 425-483-2250 or www. justuscrafts.com.
“Home for the Holidays”: Snohomish’s annual Christmas celebration. Santa arrival at 2 p.m. Friday, pictures with Santa from 2:15-7 p.m., shopping until 8 p.m. Tim Noah and the Popcorn Players, caroling, performances by the Snohomish Eagles’ Pee Wee Drill Team, Snohomish Children’s Choir and the Snohomish School Band, all at 1:40 p.m., tree lighting with Mrs. Claus at 5 p.m. Downtown Snohomish. 360-568-2526 or www.cityofsnohomish. com.
SaturDAY
Saturday
“A Bad Boys Christmas”: The Snohomish County Windjammers Christmas performance. $10. 2-7 p.m. Saturday. First Presbyterian Church, 2938 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. 425-259-2383.
Lavender Hills Farm holiday bazaar: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Lavender Hills Farm, 7508 108th St. NE, Marysville. 360-651-2086 or lavenderhillsfarm.com.
Tree lighting ceremony: Noon-7 p.m.; tree lighting at 5 p.m. Centennial Plaza, Fifth Avenue and Bell Street, Edmonds. 425-776-6711.
Grandview Community Center holiday fair: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 11506 Smokes Road, Arlington.
Covenant Women Ministries holiday heaven bazaar: 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Lake Stevens Covenant Church, 10320 20th St. SE, Lake Stevens. 425-334-3368.
Walking club meeting: Discuss formation of walking club in Lynnwood-Edmonds area to hold 5- and 10-kilometer walks open to public. Noon Saturday at Port of Edmonds Building, 336 Admiral Way, Edmonds. 360-679-3638 or nw_rd@ ava.org.
Turkey trot: Walk is free. Walks through Edmonds neighborhoods, parks, port and marina. 5- and 10-kilometer routes. Suitable for strollers; not wheelchairs. 8 a.m.-noon Saturday. Start at the Port of Edmonds Building meeting room, 336 Admiral Way, Edmonds. 360-679-3638 or nw_rd@ava.org.
November art and antique walk: Hosted by Arts of Snohomish Gallery, in conjunction with the city’s “Home for the Holidays” celebration. Free demonstrations by local artists. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at the Arts of Snohomish, 105 Cedar Ave., Snohomish. 360-568-8648.
The 2004 turkey days adult flag football tournament: A and B Divisions offered. Saturday and Sunday at Kasch Park, 8811 Airport Road, Everett. 360-794-0655.
“Home for the Holidays”: Art and antique walk. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at the Arts of Snohomish, 105 Cedar Ave., Snohomish. 360-568-8648.
The North Arlington holiday craft and studio tour: Features works from local artists. Maps of the tour route are available at Favorite Pastime, 315 N. Olympic Ave. The tour runs 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday at six locations. Participating studios and events include: Fraley Mountain Art Show, 9525 N. Cedarvale Loop Road; Grandview Community Hall Bazaar, 11506 Smokes Road; the Art in Barn Show, 30818 Bumgarner Road; Marguerite Goff Pottery Studio, 25404 31st Ave. NE; Pam Summer Studio, 2323 258th St. NE; and Kathy Kirnstahl, 14507 184th St. NE.
Granite Falls Historical Museum open house: In cooperation with the fire department, the museum will be a drop-off location for donations of unwrapped toys or cash to the firefighters’ Christmas fund-raiser. The open house will feature antique Christmas decorations and music. Noon-5 p.m. Saturday at 108 Union St., Granite Falls.
SunDAY
SunDAY
Old fashioned chicken dinner: This fundraiser dinner includes baked chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, biscuits, vegetables, salad and dessert. 1 -3 p.m. at the Stillaguamish Senior Center, 18308 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington. 360-653-4551.
monDAY
monday
“Smooth mood food” class: How does what you eat affect how you feel? Take this opportunity to raise your self-awareness and learn specific mood-food relationships. Feeling overwhelmed? Try certain bean, greens, root vegetables and squash. Worried? Use more millet and garbanzo beans. Taught by Karl Mincin, a practicing nutritionist with more than 20 years of experience. $5 co-op members, $10 non-members. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Monday at Sno-Isle Natural Foods Co-op, 2804 Grand Ave., Everett. 425-259-3798 or snoisle.coop@verizon.net.
Art gallery sale: Benefits Cascade Valley Hospital. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday and 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday at the hospital, 330 S. Stillaguamish Ave., Arlington. For details, call Joan Miles at 360-435-2133, ext. 4705.
TuesDAY
TuesDAY
Noggin’s Warm and Fuzzy holiday party: Moose A. Moose and Franklin join in the preschool fun. Free, donations accepted. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday at Alderwood mall, Lynnwood.
Kwanzaa celebration: With founder Maulana Karenga, Seattle’s Sankofa Theatre’s Maafa Experience performs. 6 p.m. Tuesday at Edmonds Community College, 20000 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood. 425-640-1313.
Candy sale: Sponsored by Sammie Jo’s Confections to benefit the Valley General Hospital Guild. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday at Valley General Hospital, 14701 179th Ave. SE, Monroe. 360-794-1447, ext. 299.
wednesDAY
wednesDAY
Annual holiday buffet: Sponsored by the Culinary Arts Department at Edmonds Community College. $10, reservations recommended. 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Triton Union Building 202, 20000 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood. 425-640-1405.
World AIDS Day program: Learn about the growing impact of HIV and AIDS on women. Free event features speakers, displays, light refreshments and awards honoring volunteers. 6-8 p.m. Wednesday in the atrium at Rucker Building, 3020 Rucker Ave., Everett. For details, contact Terry Woody at 425-339-8687 or twoody@ shd.snohomish.wa.gov.
Everett Public Library teen movie night: Watch “Freaky Friday” and eat snacks for free. 7 p.m. Wednesday in the auditorium of the main library, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. 425-257-8030.
ongoing
ongoing
Festival of Trees: Providence General Foundation’s 19th annual event features opening night party and silent auction, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday. $45; community open house, noon-8 p.m. Dec. 1, arts and crafts for kids, 3-6 p.m., Santa arrives at 4 p.m., $5; champagne reception, gala dinner and auction, 6-10 p.m. Dec. 2, $150; Teddy Bear breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus, ice skating, 9:30 a.m. Dec. 4, $20. “Joy to the World” is the theme for this benefit for the Providence Children’s Center, one of the largest neuromuscular diagnostic and treatment centers in Washington. Events at Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. 425-258-7500.
Arts Council of Snohomish County presents its holiday art exhibit: Featuring the Northwest Pastel Society, hand-blown glass and pottery. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at the Historic Monte Cristo Hotel, 1507 Wall St, Everett. 425-257-8380 or www.artscouncilofsnoco.org.
Food vendors sought: For “A Taste of Culture Food and Art” in January sponsored by Sno-Isle Natural Food Co-op, Interfaith Association of Snohomish County and the Everett Immigrant and Refugee Forum. Ethnic food vendor booths for community organizations are $75, nonprofit educational booths are free and commercial food vendor booths are $125. Deadline is Dec. 1. Call Betsy at 425-259-3798 or Van at 425-388-9307.
The Artist Gallery of Whidbey Island seeks new members: For information, call 360-221-7721, 360-331-8939.
Toastmasters International, Everett Pacesetters Club #117 meeting: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays at Washington Oakes, in the third floor multi-purpose room, at 1717 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. www. everettpacesetters.org.
Stanwood Senior Center thrift shop needs a cashier: For every other Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 360-629-7403.
Snohomish County Boys Basketball Officials Association needs officials: No experience needed. For details, call Lee Ottini at 360-863-9299.
Washington Heat U-18 Girls Fastpitch Softball Team needs players: Two or three players are needed for upcoming season. For details, call coach Wayne Hardy at 360-459-1101.
Catching fundamentals clinic: Three -week clinic hosted by Laces’s Baseball Academy in Lake Stevens. 3-5 p.m. Dec. 3, Dec. 10 and Dec. 17. For more information, call 206-361-5922 or 360-652-9123.
“It’s a Wonderful Life”: Everett Theatre Society presents the play. Cost is $14, $12 seniors and students, $7 children. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, through Dec. 12, 2911 Colby Ave., Everett. 425-258-6766.
“Country Christmas at the Fair”: Santa appearances, craft sale, food vendors, animals. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 19. Island County Fairgrounds, Langley. 360-221-4677.
Holiday wreath making classes: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, Dec. 4, Dec. 11; 1:30 p.m. Sunday and Dec. 5, $25. Sunnyside Nursery, 3915 Sunnyside Blvd., Marysville. 425-334-2002.
Christmas decorating: Kids are invited to show off decorating and arts and crafts skills at Ivar’s and will be rewarded with a free kids’ meal. 2-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and Dec. 4-5. 1520 41st St., Everett. www.ivars.net.
Red Hat Society seeks members: Women age 50 and older are invited to join the society, a group at Merrill Gardens dedicated to having fun. The group meets the first Thursday of each month at 7212 265th St. NW, Stanwood. 360-629-3445.
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