Edmonds Sons of Norway, 4 p.m. today, Masonic Center, 515 Dayton, Edmonds. An activity time, a potluck meal, a program and a brief meeting are planned. Gudrun Berg is scheduled to recount her childhood experiences living in occupied northern Norway during World War II. Call 425-774-4226.
Relay for Life of South Snohomish County has set its Relay Premiere kickoff event for 6:30 to 8 tonight at Lynnwood High School commons, 3001 184th St. SW, Lynnwood. The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is planned for May 19 and 20 in Lynnwood.
Lake Stevens Arts Commission, 6:30 to 8 p.m. today at the Lake Stevens police station, 2211 Grade Road. On the agenda for discussion is a writing contest, furniture art show and salmon sculpture.
A four-week line dancing class is being offered by the Snohomish Senior Center, 4 to 5 p.m. today through Jan. 31. Taught by Eleanor Leight, the class is part of the center’s health and wellness programs. Cost is $20 for members or $25. Call 360-568-0934. The center is temporarily located in the lower level small hall of St. Michael’s Church, 1514 Pine Ave., Snohomish.
Immigration and naturalization are the topics of a forum set for 6:30 tonight at Edmonds Community College, Triton Union, room 202, 20000 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Part of the 2007 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration in Lynnwood.
Snohomish County Mycological Society, 7:30 p.m. second Wednesdays, Baker Heights Community Center, 14th and Poplar streets, Everett. Call 425-337-5077.
Snohomish Historical Society, 7 tonight, Waltz Building, 116 Ave. B, Snohomish.
Art, dance and music classes are offered by Edmonds Parks and Recreation today through Jan. 31. For information, call 425-771-0230 or go to www.reczone.org.
Edmonds community drum circle, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, ZuKafe, 515 Main St., Edmonds. All ages. Call 425-778-5215.
Edmonds VFW Post 8870 and Auxiliary, noon second Fridays, South County Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave., Edmonds.
Bingo Night hosted by Stanwood Hope 4s Hogwild and Beef-It-Up 4-H clubs is set for 7 p.m. Friday at the Viking Hall in Silvana on Friday Night, January 12. Doors open at 6 p.m. Cost is $10 per player. Refreshments and door prizes are planned. Benefits Stanwood 4-H swine and beef clubs.
Snohomish County middle and high school students will learn about higher education and career options at the 2007 Students of Color Career Conference Friday at Everett Community College. For more information, call 425-388-9282.
Will Howell, author and illustrator of “Zooflakes ABC,” is scheduled to lead a story and craft time at 1 p.m. Saturday at Stanwood Library, 9701 271st St. NW. To register, call the library at 360-629-3132.
Volunteers are needed for a native plant salvage event set for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday near Lake Chaplain. The plants will later be planted in salmon habitat restoration sites by the Stilly Snohomish Fisheries Enhancement Task Force. Volunteers should bring lunch and dress for the weather. Tools and snacks will be provided. For directions, contact Ryan Williams at ryan@ stillysnofish.org or 425-252-6686.
The 25th annual Robert Burns supper is set for 6 p.m. at the Nile Shrine Center, 6601 244th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. for information and tickets to the supper and a whiskey tasting, call Seattle Scottish Rite at 206-324-3330.
Soundview School open house, scheduled for 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, 6515 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. Independent school through eighth grade.
Arlington Garden Club, 10 a.m. second Saturdays, Boys &Girls Club, 18513 59th Ave. NE, Arlington. Call 360-403-7769.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator first-aid course, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, South County PUD auditorium, 21018 Highway 99, Edmonds. Cost is $55. Call 425-740-2326. Snohomish County Chapter of the American Red Cross.
Marcus Whitman Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, 10 a.m. Saturday, Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave., Snohomish.
Raji Aranth plans to share her experiences as a girl growing up in India, Edmonds Branch of the American Association of University Women, 10 a.m. Saturday, Snohomish Hall, Edmonds Community College, 20000 68th Ave. W., Edmonds.
South End String Band plays a benefit for Stanwood Area Historical Society, 7 p.m. Saturday, 27108 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. Go to www.sahs-fncc.org.
“How hearing loss impacts friends and family” is the topic of a forum by Hearing Loss Association of Snohomish County set for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, PUD building, 2320 California St., Everett. Call 360-387-8187.
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Contemplative labyrinth worship service, 6: p.m. Sunday, Edmonds Christian Church, 23010 84th Ave. W., Edmonds. Call Edmonds Christian Church, 425-775-5212.
Stanwood Area Historical Society hosts a Concert at the Floyd, set for 2 p.m. Sunday, 27108 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood.
Second Sunday Films at Everett Public Library, 2 p.m. Sunday, 2702 Hoyt Ave., downtown Everett. Norwegian movie, “Monster Thursday.”
The 22nd annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, 4 p.m. Sunday, First United Methodist Church, 3530 Colby Ave., Everett. Co-sponsored by the Interfaith Association of Northwest Washington. For more information, call 425-355-1360.
MONDAY
Friends of Forgotten Creek plan to host an ivy-pulling work party, 10 a.m. to noon Monday. Meet at Bond Street entrance to the Forgotten Creek Natural Area across from Depot Garden, Everett. Boots recommended. Refreshments served. All ages. Call Bob Jackson at 425-303-0127.
TUESDAY
Rotary Hispanic Center, 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, New Beginnings Church, 21705 58th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace.
Baby story time for babies toddlers up to 23 months, with music, finger games, puppets and stories, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Everett Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. Sign up at 425-257-8030.
Financial questions answered by appointment on third Wednesday, South County Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave., Edmonds. Make an appointment at the front desk or call 425-774-5555.
“Medicare and You: Understanding the new options under Medicare” is a free seminar set for 10 a.m. Jan. 17 at Merrill Gardens at Stanwood, 7212 265th St. NW, Stanwood. Call 360-629-3445. Art and music classes are offered by Edmonds Parks and Recreation today through February. For information, call 425-771-0230, go to 700 Main St., Edmonds, or go to www.reczone.org.
The Everett PTSA Council Reflections Exhibition continues at the Everett Public School Administrative Service Center, 4730 Colby Ave., Everett. The exhibit features artistic works by more than 260 students from 19 Everett schools. An artists reception is set for 5:30 p.m. Jan. 17. The exhibit, open weekdays until 5 p.m., is up until Jan. 25.
Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible,” performed by the Edmonds-Woodway Players, 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday, Edmonds-Woodway High School, theater, 7600 212th St. SW, Edmonds. Tickets $6 at the door. Call 425-670-7900.
“The Curious Savage” and “The Savage Dilemma” are set to be presented Jan. 11-13, and Jan. 18-20 by Kamiak High School. Evening shows, 7 p.m.; Saturday matinees, 2 p.m. Tickets available at the door, Performing Art Center, Kamiak High campus, Mukilteo. Call 425-356-6654, ext. 3.
AARP driver safety class, sponsored by Snohomish Senior Center, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Snohomish Fire and Rescue Station Educational Annex, 1525 Ave. D., Snohomish. For reservations, call 360-568-0934.
Socrates Cafe, a philosophical discussion group where “community conversation occurs without convincing, correcting or condemning,” is at 7 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Monroe Public Library, 1070 Village Way. Call 425-344-7673.
Information on Foster Parenting: Catholic Community Services and Compass Health host monthly information meetings, 7 to 8:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month through May at Volunteers of America Community Room, 2802 Broadway, Everett. Call 425-232-7933.
Marysville American Legion meets the third Thursday of each month at the American Legion Hall, Second Street and Cedar Avenue, Marysville. 360-653-5357.
Everett Area Newcomers. Dates and locations vary. 425-513-8704.
Old Snohomish Antique and Classic Motorcycle Show. Help organize the largest one-day bike show in the state. Meetings are 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at the New Red Lotus restaurant, Snohomish. 360-568-7820. Sno-Isle Genealogical Society offers drop-in beginning genealogy classes during open hours. Located in Heritage Park, 19827 Poplar Way, Lynnwood. The library is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. 425-775-6267. The society meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the Lynnwood Public Library, 19200 44th Ave. W. Problem-solving session at 6 p.m.
Valley Spinners Guild meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1512 Pine Ave., Snohomish. The guild brings together wool and fiber producers, spinners, weavers and other fiber artists. Visitors are welcome. 206-931-7200.
MG Car Club Northwest meeting: Open to anyone interested in MG automobiles or British sports cars, 7 p.m. first Tuesday of each month at Elmer’s Restaurant, 3471 184th St. SW, Lynnwood. 206-228-5665.
Overeaters Anonymous. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. The only requirement for joining is a desire to stop eating compulsively. Five meetings are held in the Everett area. For times and locations, call 425-259-9123.
Through May, the Mill Creek Women’s Club will meet the third Wednesday of the month at Mill Creek Country Club. 425-948-1441.
Bowenwork Practitioners chapter meeting is from 7 to 9 p.m. the second Thursday of each month. 360-658-6071.
Marysville Lions Club meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at the Village Restaurant, 220 Ash St., Marysville. 360-659-8484.
Support groups for recently bereaved men and women. Widowed Information and Consultation Services of Snohomish County offers help for those who have lost a spouse. 425-252-7617.
Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays of Snohomish County meets at 7 p.m. every third Monday, First Congregational Church, 2624 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. 360-863-8222.
Home League, the women’s group of the Salvation Army of Everett, meets at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays at the Salvation Army building, 2525 Rucker Ave., Everett, to work on service projects.
Open mike is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at Whidbey Coffee, 619 Fourth St., Mukilteo. Sponsored by the Mukilteo Arts Guild, the event features performance art, poetry and acoustic music. Homicide survivor peer support group offers a safe setting for sharing after the homicide of a loved one. Presented by Families and Friends of Violent Crime Victims, the group meets the first Thursday of each month. Call 800-346-7555 for time and location.
Bingo: 11 a.m. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Wednesdays, noon Thursdays. Senior lunch followed by penny bingo at the Granite Falls Senior Center, 302 S. Granite Ave., Granite Falls. 360-691-7177, 360-691-4297.
Yoga and Pilates classes: Offered by West Coast Family Aquatic Center. $5 per class. All classes taught by certified instructors. Morning and evening classes Monday through Thursday at 15622 Country Club Drive, Mill Creek. 425-745-3474.
Boeing Retiree Group (Bluebills): Dedicated to providing opportunities to volunteer time and experience to improve the quality of life in the community. Activities include volunteer opportunities, speakers and social events. Meets the fourth Thursday of each month at the Boeing Activity Center. 425-717-3755.
Everett Exchange Club meetings: 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Vintage Cafe, 1508 Hewitt Ave., Everett. 360-658-0461, info@ everettexchangeclub.org.
Senior exercise: $2. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and 10:10 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Arbor Place, Silver Lake, 12806 Bothell-Everett Highway, Everett. 425-338-3227.
Meeting of the Everett chapter of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation: 6:30 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at Petosa’s, 3121 Broadway, Everett. 425-337-4131.
Ballroom dance: Dancing and live band. $4. 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays at Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E. Riverside Drive, Bothell. 425-487-2441.
Bingo: 11 a.m. Tuesdays and 7 p.m. Fridays at Stillaguamish Senior Center, 18308 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington.
Everett Chess Club: Free, all ages and skill levels. 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays at Espresso Americano, Everett Public Library auditorium, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. 425-514-3209, bradchess@hotmail.com.
Friday night singles dance: Dancing, DJ. $8; 21 and older; 8 p.m. to midnight first Friday of each month, Laurelwood Reception Hall and Event Center, 123 N. Blakeley St., Monroe. 360-794-8317. Lindbeck dance: Harry Lindbeck plays smooth dance music; $5; 1 to 4 p.m. Thursdays at Normanna Hall, 2725 Oakes Ave., Everett. 425-252-0291.
Public dance: Sno-King International Folk Dance Club; $5, $3 members; 7:30 p.m. Saturdays at Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave. W., Lynnwood. 425-454-6529, 425-889-0541.
Social club: Razzmatazz Dance and Social Club holds smoke-free events with dancing and a DJ. Fourth Saturday of each month at Laurelwood Reception Hall and Event Center, 123 N. Blakeley St., Monroe. 360-794-8317.
Scottish country dancing: No partner needed. Every Wednesday at Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave., Mukilteo. 425-438-8977.
Tango lessons: With Ina and Jon Howe. Small donation; 6 p.m. Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Saturdays at Everett Senior Activity Center, 3025 Lombard Ave., Everett. 425-257-8780.
Adult first aid and CPR training: $25, current card required. 8 a.m. to noon the first Saturday of each month at Cascade Valley Hospital, 330 S. Stillaguamish Ave., Arlington. 360-435-2133, ext. 4705.
Auto and work injury class: Chiropractic massage, nutrition. Registration required. 6 p.m. Wednesdays at Auto and Work Injury Clinic, Marysville. 360-653-8307.
Building family strengths: Free parenting class offered by Pathways for Women YWCA. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Lynnwood; 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Everett. 425-774-9843, ext. 223.
Childbirth preparation: $75. 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays at Valley General Hospital, 14701 179th Ave. SE, Monroe. 360-794-1411.
Fitness: Balance, flexibility, strength, aerobics. $25 members, $30 nonmembers; bring mat or towel. 8:25 to 9:20 a.m. and 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E. Riverside Drive, Bothell. 425-487-2441.
Foot-care clinic for seniors: $10 per person, registration required. 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. every other Tuesday at Cascade Valley Hospital Wound Care Center, 875 Wesley St., Suite 210, Arlington. 360-435-8158.
Infant-child CPR: Two-year certification. $25 per family. 8 to 11 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at Cascade Valley Hospital, 330 S. Stillaguamish Ave., Arlington. 360-435-2133, ext. 4705.
Edmonds Bicycle Advocacy Group: Meets at 7:30 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at the Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. 425-744-6588.
Pilchuck Audubon: Birding trips and education. Meets at 7 p.m. the second Friday of each month at 2820 Rucker Ave., Everett. 425-252-0926.
Pilchuck Treasure Hunting Club: A club for those dedicated to metal detecting. Meets at 7:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month at Washington National Guard Armory, 2730 Oakes Ave., Everett. 425-481-1484. Snohomish County Mycological Society: Activities include mushroom educational events, field trips, shows and classes. Meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at Baker Heights Community Center, 1401 Poplar St., Everett. www.scmsfungi.org.
Washington Bass Association: Meets at 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at Meadowdale Community Center, 6801 N. Meadowdale Road, Lynnwood.
Bluegrass and Country Music Makers Association: Bluegrass jam sessions, free. Dinner following, donation requested. 1 p.m. the second Sunday of each month at Darrington Community Center. 360-436-1179, 360-436-1006.
Bluegrass open mike: 7 to 10 p.m. last Saturday of each month, Wired &Unplugged Internet Coffeehouse, 717 First St., Snohomish. 360-568-2472.
Native American flute gathering: 10 a.m. to noon last Saturday of the month, Wired &Unplugged Internet Coffeehouse, 717 First St., Snohomish. 360-568-2472.
Old Time &Country Music Association: Free jam sessions, 6:30 to 9:45 p.m. the second and fourth Fridays of each month. Baker Heights Community Center, 1401 Poplar St., Everett. 425-334-5769.
Open electric and acoustic jam session: Downbeat electric and jazz. 8:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Stewart’s of Snohomish, 709 First St., Snohomish. 360-568-4684.
Open mike: 9 p.m. Wednesday at The Jet Deck at Paine Field, 10203 31st Ave. W., Everett. 425-353-0770.
Open mike: 7 to 11 p.m. Friday at The Candy Cane Restaurant, 523 W. Stevens Ave., Sultan. 425-799-2416.
Washington Old-Time Fiddlers Association: Jam sessions the second and fourth Fridays of each month. 5 p.m., Celtic group; 6 p.m., workshop; 7 p.m., circle jam. Youth jam at 7 p.m. second Fridays. Free. Old Arlington High School, 135 S. French St., Arlington. 360-691-5907, noelula@aol.com.
OPPORTUNITIES
OPPORTUNITIES
South County Senior Center is looking for a volunteer to be a network administrator. The center needs someone available during the day who can install software and hardware and troubleshoot network problems. Contact Farrell Fleming at 425-774-5555 or e-mail execdirector@scscedmonds.org.
The Military Family Network is seeking a full-time volunteer: Someone is needed to expand the group’s national community volunteer network. Work includes writing a nationally syndicated military family column, recruiting and managing volunteers and other tasks. E-mail cpeabody@emilitary.org.
Downsizing? Moving? New &Again, a nonprofit thrift shop supporting the Snohomish County Center for Battered Women, needs your clean, gently used furniture. Pickup is not available; drop off items at 3116 Rucker Ave., Everett. 425-258-4428.
MS Helping Hands seeks volunteers and donations: The Donor Closet carries and accepts donations of items that help people with disabilities. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. 425-712-1804.
Operation Lookout National Center for Missing Youth: Positions for interns, volunteers and work-study students in data entry, skip tracing, online research, criminal justice, social services, media and marketing. Positions are part-time on weekdays at 6320 Evergreen Way, Suite 201, Everett. Send your resume to hrofficemanager@operationlook out.org or call 425-771-7335.
Foster homes for dogs needed: Can you provide a home for a dog for a few months and provide some basic training? If so, the Humane Society in Arlington needs your help. A 6-foot fence is necessary. The shelter in Arlington also is looking for volunteer workers. E-mail hmnsoc@ aol.com, call 360-652-5844 or go to www.saveourdogs.com.
Join Fire Corps: The volunteer organization supports the Lynnwood Fire Department through community outreach and education events. Volunteers will assist with promoting fire safety and installing smoke detectors. 425-744-6436.
The Lake Stevens Senior Center is accepting donated items for its first estate sale. Donations are tax-deductible. 425-397-8965.
Senior Services of Snohomish County is looking for volunteers for its senior peer counseling program. Volunteers 55 and older will provide counseling support to senior citizens struggling to cope with life transitions. No previous counseling experience is necessary. Training, supervision and mileage are provided. 425-290-1252.
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