Community Calendar

Today

Apply design and begin painting: All children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 3 p.m. today at Mill Creek Library, 15429 Bothell-Everett Highway, Mill Creek. 425-337-4822.

“A Long Walk Toward Freedom: The Civil Rights Struggle 40 Years Later”: A panel discussion. Noon today at Everett Community College, 2000 Tower St., Everett. 425-388-9608.

Catholic Daughters annual salad luncheon: Door prizes, a raffle drawing, silent auction and entertainment by harpist Bronn Journey. $8, which supports various charities and scholarships. 11:30 a.m. today in the St. Mary Magdalen Parish Hall, 8615 Seventh Ave. SE, Everett. 425-337-6202, 425-252-0580.

Steven Marshall of the Snohomish County PUD speaks: Everett Central Lions Club meeting. Noon Wednesday at the Everett Elks Club, 2731 Rucker Ave., Everett. 425-252-4400.

THURSDAY

thursday

Ocean of fun: Crafts, games and simple science fun about the ocean, for children 3-5 years old. A free program presented by Camp Fire USA. No signup needed. Thursday at the Everett Public Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. 425-257-8030.

Forum to discuss race issues in Snohomish County: The second of four Snohomish County discussions on race issues this spring. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday at East County Senior Center, 824 Village Way, Monroe. 360-629-1718.

Car seat safety – discussion of different models: Free, registration required. 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday at Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave. W., Edmonds. 425-640-4066.

“No Longer the Forgotten Ones”: Caregivers’ conference. Registration required. Noon-3 p.m. Thursday at Bethany Christian Assembly, 2715 Everett Ave., Everett. 360-653-0167.

Complete the mural: All children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 3 p.m. Thursday at Mill Creek Library, 15429 Bothell-Everett Highway, Mill Creek. 425-337-4822.

Mukilteo Yacht Club meeting: 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Old Mukilteo Garage, 807 2nd Ave., Mukilteo. www.mukilteoyachtclub.com.

Snohomish County job fair: This free event serves more than 1,500 people three times a year with 40 employers to visit. Free transportation from Broadway and Tower Street parking lots. No campus parking. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday at Everett Community College, 2000 Tower St., Everett. 425-388-9278, bshields@everettcc.edu.

Telephone volunteer opportunity and training: If you are a warm-hearted listener, interested in hearing about others’ life stories and are comfortable with the dying process, then you may be interested in being a palliative care phone volunteer. Your supportive monthly calls will help assist the patient and/or families manage the transition toward a quality end-of-life experience. Sponsored by Providence Hospice and Home Care of Snohomish County. 12:30-4:30 p.m. at 2731 Wetmore Ave., Suite 500., Everett. 425-418-9898. www. providence.org/phhc.

friDAY

“Lillian in Limbo”: Whidbey playwright Tom Churchill’s story centers on circus great Lillian Leitzel. $15; $12, seniors; $10, youth; $8, matinees. 7:30 p.m. Friday at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, 565 Camano Ave., Langley. 360-221-8268, 800-638-7631, www.wicaonline.com.

“Grand Ole Opry” fundraiser: The “Golden Wannabees,” an East County Senior Center group, will present this event. Celebrity sing-a-likes from the heart of the Sky Valley will appear with their Patsy Cline and Dolly Parton renditions. $5 donation. 11 a.m. Friday at the center, 824 Village Way, Monroe. 360-794-6359.

Benefit auction for camp scholarships: 6:30 p.m. Friday at New Beginnings Church, 2531 Oakes Ave., Everett.

Friday blood drives: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at Snohomish Health District, 3020 Rucker Ave., Everett. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Upchurch Scientific, 619 W. Oak St., Oak Harbor; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Top Foods, 1301 Ave. D, Snohomish. Volunteers are needed for mobile blood drives and at donation centers. Hours are flexible. 1-800-266-4033, www.psbc.org.

Plant sale: Hosted by Warm Beach Greenwood Garden Club. Lily Moloney, master gardener, answers questions 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sale runs 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday at NE 188th Street (Lakewood Road) and Marine Drive, Stanwood. 360-652-2569.

“September 11”: 11 directors from 11 countries were given 11 minutes, nine seconds and one frame of film to presents different viewpoints on the events of Sept. 11, 2001. Discussion follows. 2 p.m. Friday at Everett Community College, Baker Hall Auditorium, Room 120, Everett. 425-388-9373.

Cascade Valley Hospital Foundation benefit sale: To support the hospital’s clinics. Featuring jewelry, purses, candles and hand-crafted soaps. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday at the hospital, 330 S. Stillaguamish Ave., Arlington.

Kids Karaoke benefit garage sale: To raise sponsorship funds for Kids Karaoke special activities.10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday at 801 First St., Snohomish.

SaturDAY

Saturday

Earth skills fair and family fun concert: 1-5 p.m. Saturday at Everett Community College, 2000 Tower St., Everett. 425-388-9311.

Cascade View Elementary School’s annual auction: $30, $50 couple. Donations accepted. Tom Hutyler, public address announcer for Seattle Mariners, will be the auctioneer. 5:30 p.m. Saturday at Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. 360-563-5238.

Celebrate the Joy of Friendship – North Sound Church’s annual women’s tea: Speaker Judy Benson reflects on “A Cup of Quiet.” Plus, a look at what is new in spring fashions. $10. 1:45 p.m. Saturday at the Edmonds Conference Center, 201 Fourth Ave. N., Edmonds. 206-355-1355.

“Lillian in Limbo”: Whidbey playwright Tom Churchill’s story centers on circus great Lillian Leitzel. $15; $12, seniors; $10, youth; $8, matinee. 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, 565 Camano Ave., Langley. 360-221-8268, 800-638-7631, www.wicaonline.com.

Merchant’s yard sale: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday on Third Street in downtown Marysville.

Become a better baby sitter: $30, registration required. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave. W., Edmonds. 425-640-4066.

World T’ai Chi and Qigong Day: Demonstration. 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday between Lynnwood Library and the Civic Center, 196th Street SW and 44th Avenue W., Lynnwood. 425-861-8658.

Make your own hanging baskets: 10 a.m. Saturday at Emery’s Garden: 2829 164th St. SW, Lynnwood. 425-743-4555, www.emerysgarden.com.

Create planters like a pro: 10 a.m. Saturday at Wight’s Home and Garden, 5026 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. 425-775-2614.

Rhododendrons for all seasons: 10 a.m. Saturday at Wight’s Home and Garden, 5026 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. 425-775-2614.

Plant sale: Hosted by Warm Beach Greenwood Garden Club. Lily Moloney, master gardener, answers questions 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sale runs 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday at NE 188th Street (Lakewood Road) and Marine Drive, Stanwood. 360-652-2569.

Plant sale: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday at Mabana Fire Station, Dallman Street and S. Camano Drive, Camano Island. 360-387-1616.

Floretum Garden Club event: 11:30 a.m. lunch, meeting and program Saturday at Edmonds City Hall, third floor, Brackett room, 121 Fifth Ave. N., Edmonds. 425-697-3552, 425-771-6616.

Annual plant sale: 9 a.m. Saturday at the Frontier Bank parking lot, 123 Third Ave., Edmonds.

Multi-cultural family fair: Noon-5 p.m. Saturday at Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th St. SW, Lynnwood.

Bite of Norway: Second annual event features Norwegian foods, storytelling and a sing-a-long. $1. 1-4 p.m. Saturday at Sons of Norway Fritjov Lodge, 9910 270th St. NW, Stanwood. 360-734-7753.

Model railroad show and swap meet: United NorthWest’s 14th annual show. $5, $3 for ages 18 and younger and seniors. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE, Monroe. 425-821-6968.

Thai cooking class: Learn to make a scrumptious appetizer of crispy corn fritters with sweet chili sauce, popular Pad Thai and a delicious dessert of mangoes with sticky rice. $15, pre-registration required. 1-3 p.m. Saturday in the demo kitchen at the Senior Center, 3025 Lombard Ave., Everett. 425-257-8300.

Maroon 5 concert: $33. 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. 866-332-8499.

Burning Word Festival 2005: The Washington Poets Association will celebrate its 34th anniversary. The festival will have a main stage featuring performances and readings from more than 40 poets and musicians. Greenbank Farm’s Jim Davis House will have short readings from poets and eight hours of hosted open-microphone opportunities. All day passes cost $14. Student admission is $7. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday at Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn Road, Whidbey Island. www. washingtonpoets.org.

11th annual marina clean up day: Dinghy rides to transport volunteers to Jetty Island are provided by the boating clubs. A free barbecue with prizes follows the event. 9 a.m.-noon. Meet at Popeye’s Marine and Kayak Center, 814 13th St., Everett. www.portofeverett.com.

Lord Hill trail construction: Help Friends of Lord Hill construct new trails at Lord Hill Regional Park. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday at 12921 150th St., SE, Snohomish. 425-388-6604, www. friendsoflordhill.org.

Whidbey Island garden tour: Tour five of Whidbey’s loveliest private gardens. $20, $10 for children. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Whidbey Island. www.wigt.org.

SunDAY

Svend Ronning and Lisa Bergman concert: 3 p.m. Sunday at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 27201 99th Ave. NW, Stanwood.

Expert rose care: Noon Sunday at Emery’s Garden, 2829 164th St. SW, Lynnwood. 425-743-4555, www.emerysgarden.com.

Model railroad show and swap meet: United NorthWest’s 14th annual show. $5, $3 for ages 18 and younger and seniors. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Avenue SE, Monroe. 425-821-6968.

Equine Rescue Association’s May Day plant auction: 1-4 p.m. Sunday at 2506 B 128th St. NE, Tulalip. 360-658-1108.

monDAY

monday

Auditions for the 2005 Marysville Strawberry Festival Talent Show: The main categories are vocal, dance, instrumental, drama and comedy. All ages in both solo and group are eligible. (The talent show itself is slated for 6 p.m. June 16.) 5:30-7:30 p.m. Monday at Marysville-Pilchuck High School, 5611 108th St. NE, Marysville. 360-653-6584, 360-659-7664, www.Maryfest.com.

Blood drive: 1-7 p.m. Monday at S. Whidbey Community Center, 14096 Highway 525, Langley. Volunteers are needed for mobile blood drives and at donation centers. Hours are flexible. 800-266-4033, www.psbc.org.

Mother-daughter book group: 7 p.m. Monday at the Everett Public Library’s Evergreen branch, 9512 Evergreen Way, Everett. 425-257-8030.

TuesDAY

Auditions for the 2005 Marysville Strawberry Festival Talent Show: The main categories are vocal, dance, instrumental, drama and comedy. All ages in both solo and group are eligible. (The talent show itself is slated for 6 p.m. June 16.) 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Marysville-Pilchuck High School, 5611 108th St. NE, Marysville. 360-653-6584, 360-659-7664 or www.Maryfest.com.

Blood drive: 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at Advent Lutheran Church, 4306 132nd St. SE, Snohomish. Volunteers are needed for mobile blood drives and at donation centers. Hours are flexible. 800-266-4033, www.psbc.org.

Coping with stress using acupuncture: Part of the “Change Your Life Medicine” lecture series. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Northwest Center for Optimal Health, 316 State Ave., Marysville. 360-651-9355.

A Grand Night for Singing: Village Theatre’s fourth annual auction and gala. $50. 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600.

Jason Deshaw concert: 11 a.m. and noon Tuesday at Everett Community College, Multipurpose room, 2000 Tower St., Everett. 425-388-9506.

wednesDAY

Researching in Scotland: Donna Smith will speak at the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society meeting. 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Martha Lake Community Club, 16300 Motor Place, Lynnwood. 425-438-0307.

Foot care clinic for seniors: $8 per person. 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Wednesday at Cascade Valley Hospital, 330 S. Stillaguamish Ave., Arlington. 360-435-1148.

Lowell Riverfront Park hike: Enjoy an urban trail that combines native plant landscaping and naturalization for wildlife. Learn about the history of the Snohomish River estuary, the many restoration projects throughout the area, and recreational opportunities in this accessible wildlife haven. Sponsored by the Central Puget Sound Chapter of WNPS. 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Lowell Riverfront Park, 46th Street and S. Third Avenue, Everett. 425-415-5370; larkeyskip@yahoo.com.

ONGOING

“Winnie the Pooh”: Henry M. Jackson High School presents the musical version of this classic. Enjoy a petting zoo and other youth-oriented events before and during the play. Adults, $7; students, $5; children under 10, $3; infants under 2, free; family of six packet, $20.7 p.m. Friday, Saturday and May 5 and 6 in the school’s commons, 1508 136th St. SE, Mill Creek. 425-385-7101.

Edmonds Museum garden market: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays through June 25. Bell Street between Fifth and Sixth streets, Edmonds. www.historicedmonds.org/market/ market.htm.

Secrets of hanging baskets: Create a floral display using the same plants the Everett Parks Department uses in its famous street baskets. $25. Pre-registration required. Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday and May 4, 5, 6, 9 at Legion Park Greenhouse at Legion Park, 145 Alverson Blvd., Everett. 425-257-8300.

Marysville FFA spring plant sale: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, 2-5 p.m. Monday through May 6. Marysville Pilchuck High School greenhouse, 5611 108th St. NE, Marysville. 360-657-6102.

Garden City Grange spring fling sale: Benefits scholarship fund. Arts and craft items; Steve Dalton (the potter seen at the Snohomish Farmers Market) from Clear Creek Pottery. 2-6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday at 800 Second St., Snohomish.

“Harvey”: Off the Wall Theatre production about a man-sized, invisible rabbit named “Harvey.” $10, $8 students and seniors. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, through May 8. Frank Wagner Memorial Auditorium, 639 W. Main St. Monroe. 360-863-1663.

“Little Shop of Horrors”: Edmonds Community College production about a down-and-out floral assistant. $10, $7 for students and seniors. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds. 425-640-1313.

“The Hobbit”: Whidbey Playhouse production of J.R.R. Tolkien’s story. $10. Thursday through May 7. 730 SE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor. 360-679-2237.

opportunities

Volunteer drivers needed: Looking for an interesting volunteer opportunity and to help others at the same time? Be a volunteer driver. Schedule the driving to fit your free time. Get reimbursed for mileage. Help a neighbor maintain an independent lifestyle. Work entails driving clients to and from doctor’s appointments, the grocery store, etc. Must be over 21, have insurance, a valid driver’s license and a safe running vehicle. 425-257-2111, ext. 3374, johnm@ccsww.org.

Stillaguamish Senior Center needs volunteer cooks: To help with pancake breakfasts during the second Saturday of the month at the center, located at 18308 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington. 360-653-4551, ext. 228.

EquiFriends needs volunteers: This nonprofit group needs as many as 20 new volunteers. The group, located at 4525 87th Ave. SE in Snohomish, provides therapeutic horseback riding for children and adults with disabilities. Horse experience is not necessary to volunteer. 425-337-1137.

Sky Valley Community Schools needs instructors: 360-794-3006.

The Stanwood Camano Community Resource Center needs artists or craft-makers: To teach kids at the Youth Arts Festival and Community Market May 7. The event will rent 10-by-10-foot spaces to vendors of crafts, rummage or farm goods. Craft-makers that agree to teach get a free vending space. The center could also use donations of items to raffle and for the rummage sale. 360-629-5257.