Events
Schack-tober Fest: Schack Art Center, 2921 Hoyt Ave. in Everett, opens up its glass pumpkin patch through Sunday. Admission is free. From 12-4 p.m. Saturday, kids can watch a real pumpkin carving demonstration and make a “friendship folio.” More info: www.schack.org, 425-259-5050.
Lego Lab: Kids are invited to create with Legos and Roylco Straws, 2-4 p.m. Friday (fourth Friday) at the Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. More info: 360-568-2898.
Harvest Jubilee: Take a self-guided tour of Port Susan farms in Stanwood, Camano Island and Silvana, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Demonstrations, workshops, kids’ activities and more. Maps are at Skagit Farmers Supply, 8815 272nd St. NW in Stanwood. More info: Port Susan Farmers Market on Facebook.
Metal recycling: Cascade High School’s cross-country team holds a metal and electronics recycling event, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday in the school parking lot, 801 E. Casino Road, Everett. Cash donations also accepted. More info: Peg, 425-210-9165.
Car wash: The Arlington High School bands hold a car wash-a-thon, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd. Donations accepted. Proceeds go toward new band instruments and travel expenses. The Band Boosters also plan a bake sale.
Multicultural Fair: The free Marysville event celebrates diversity in the Marysville-Tulalip communities, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Comeford Park, 514 Delta Ave. Music, dancing, demonstrations, displays and a food court. More info: 360-363-8086.
Aviation Day: Celebrate Arlington Airport Appreciation Day on Saturday with free flights for kids ages 8-17 sponsored by the Young Eagles, along with B-25 rides, tractor rides, helicopter tours, crafts, face-painting, food and more. Most events are free. The airport is at 18204 59th Ave. NE. More info: 360-403-3470.
Return of the Salmon: Sultan’s Return of the Salmon Celebration is set for 12-4 p.m. Saturday at Osprey Park, 801 First St. A Tulalip welcoming ceremony honoring of Sultan’s namesake Chief T’seul-ted, salmon-viewing tours, children’s activities, wagon rides and much more. More info: Craig Young, 425-359-8936.
Sunday breakfast: Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7392, at 3037 Goldie Road in Oak Harbor, serves up pancakes, eggs, hashbrowns, meats, and biscuits and gravy, 10 a.m.-noon Sunday. Cost is $7; $4, seniors and children. Chicken-fried steak is $9. More info: www.vfwpost7392.org, 360-675-4048.
Car show: The Snohomish Classic Car and Hot Rod Display is set for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday in downtown Snohomish. Music and family fun.
Everett Sausage Fest: Admission is free to this family, Bavarian-themed fair, noon to midnight Oct. 4 and 5 and until 7 p.m. Oct. 6 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help church, 2619 Cedar St. Food booths, Dinner Haus, games, entertainment, bingo, carnival, vendors, beer garden and more. Proceeds benefit Catholic education at Immaculate Conception/Our Lady of Perpetual Help School. More info: 425-312-5086.
Norwegian pancakes: The Edmonds Son of Norway Lodge serves up a hearty breakfast, 7:30 a.m.-noon Oct. 5 at the Edmonds Masonic Center, 515 Dayton St. Cost is $7; kids under 5 are free. Live music and craft and bake sale tables, too. Kids can take free folk dancing lessons 10 a.m.-noon. Proceeds benefit scholarships. More info: 425-712-9788.
Boosters g-sale: The Eisenhower Middle School Choir Booster Club plans its annual indoor garage sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 5 in the school cafeteria, 10200 25th Ave. SE, Everett. Refreshments also for sale. Proceeds help fund choir activities, including festivals, transportation, uniforms and retreats.
Killer Whale Tales: Whale researcher, photographer and actor Jeff Hogan brings this lively show to the Northwest Stream Center, 11 a.m. Oct. 5, in Snohomish County’s McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Space is limited and reservations are required. Tickets are $5 for Adopt A Stream Foundation members, $7 non-members, and benefit Streamkeeper Academy. More info: 425-316-8592.
Equine festival: All Breed Equine Rez-Q in Marysville holds a Fall Fun Fest and Fun(d)raiser, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 5. Photo opportunities with Otto the Belgian draft horse, bake sale, $5 pumpkins in a U-pick patch, and fresh-pressed apple cider for $10 per gallon. The rescue center is at 2415 116th St. NE. More info: 425-263-6390.
Railroad and Reunion Days: This Granite Falls community celebration features grand and children’s parades, a 5k race, carnival, vendors and more. More info: www.granitefallswa.com, 360-691-6441.
Shelter open houses: Happy Paws (meeting at Petco, 6508 Twin Lakes Ave. in Marysville), The NOAH Center (31300 Brandstrom Road, Stanwood) and PAWS (15305 44th Ave. W. in Lynnwood) are among the shelters participating in Pawsitive Alliance’s statewide shelter open house event, Oct. 5, with special deals and festive atmospheres. More info: www.pawsitivealliance.org.
Family Safety Day: Learn what to do for yourself, your family and your neighborhood in an emergency, 2 p.m. Oct. 5 at Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. Kids can make emergency comfort kits with provided supplies. More info: 360-568-2898.
Viva Italia: Harbour Pointe Retirement Community in Mukilteo hosts soprano Carla Swedish, who will sing Italian selections at 7 p.m. Oct. 5 at 10200 Harbour Place. Guests are welcome to come early to enjoy complimentary beverages and appetizers at 6:45 in the cafe. No reservations required. Operatunities is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a nonprofit arts service organization.
Bead Bazaar: The nonprofit Northwest Bead Society holds a bead bazaar, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 5 and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 6 at the Hansen Conference Center at Comcast Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. Beads of all kinds, jewelry, beading tools, lectures, demonstrations and more. Cost is $5; Bead Society and children under 12 are free. More info: www.nwbeadsociety.org.
WAYS TO HELP
Friendship Walk: Volunteers as well as participants are welcome at Village Community Services’ Friendship Walk and Car Wash, to be held 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at the Legion Gazebo Park, 114 N. Olympic Ave., Arlington. Proceeds from the walk benefit Voices of the Village performance ensemble for people who have developmental disabilities. A car wash runs 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Cenex Co-op Supply down the street. More info: Michelle Dietz at 360-653-7752 ext. 14 or resource@villagecommunitysvcs.org.
Make-a-Blanket Day: Project Linus Blanketeers need help making quilts, afghans and fleece blankets to be donated to kids who have experienced traumatic life events in Snohomish County. Volunteers are needed to help sew, iron, inspect, pin, fringe and tie. Come anytime between 12 and 5 p.m. Sunday at Pacific Fabrics, 10203 Evergreen Way, Everett. Materials, equipment, snacks and door prizes provided. No experience is required, but sewers are encouraged to bring their own sewing machines. Can’t come? Make a quilt, afghan or fleece blanket and drop it off at the store. Donations of fabric, yarn, and other sewing supplies also are welcome. More info: Diane, 425-252-4524.
Bike count: Volunteers are needed to conduct bicycle and pedestrian counts at 11 intersections in Everett for a state project Oct. 1-3. Participants can count on any or all of the days and shifts are two hours long, either 7-9 a.m. or 4-6 p.m. To register, go to www.cascade.org/About/Volunteer.cfm or contact Ed Fisher, Everett Public Works, at 425-257-8932, or efisher@everettwa.gov.
Hospital gift shop: The Valley General Hospital gift shop needs reliable volunteers to work three-hour shifts. The gift shop is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays. More info: Janie, vghgiftshop@gmail.com.
ELL teachers: English-language-learner teachers are needed for evening Wednesday classes to be offered starting Oct. 9 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help church, 2619 Cedar St. in Everett. More info: Juanita, 425-355-6005.
Thanksgiving meals: The Everett Gospel Mission is looking ahead to Thanksgiving and seeking donations. Every $2.05 donation provides a full holiday meal to one homeless man, woman or child. More info: www.egmission.org, 425-750-2500.
Food bank pledges: Snohomish Community Food Bank seeks pledges for holiday meals and gifts. For Thanksgiving, pledges of 100, 200 or 400 quantity of an item are needed, with delivery by Nov. 22. Christmas gifts need pledges of 25 quantity, by age and gender of a child, with delivery by Dec. 12. Christmas food pledges of 100, 200 or 400 quantity of an item are needed, with delivery by Dec. 16. More info: Elizabeth, 360-568-7993.
Help wildlife: Sarvey Wildlife Care Center, located in Arlington, seeks volunteers to help in its wildlife care clinic. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old. More info: www.sarveywildlife.org or info@sarveywildlife.org.
Donate clothing: Faith Lutheran Church, 6708 Cady Road in Everett, seeks help with its Community Meals program through donations of gently used or new cold-weather clothing, including boots, shoes, sweaters, coats, gloves and warm socks for both kids and adults. Children’s books and magazines also are needed. All donations appreciated.
Food bank: The Snohomish Community Food Bank needs reliable volunteers to assist with various duties. There are multiple volunteer positions open throughout the week, Monday through Saturday. More info: Megan Kuehl at 360-568-7993 or megan@snohomishfoodbank.org.
Volunteers needed: Clothes For Kids, a Lynnwood nonprofit that provides wardrobes for low-income families, seeks volunteers to help sort clothes, stock shelves, assist shoppers and more. Available shifts are 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Wednesday or Friday, or 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesday or Thursday. More info: www.clothesforkids.org or Nancy Laird Burris at 425-741-6500.
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. Meetings are on the first Sunday of the month in Marysville. More info: 360-659-7198.
Calling stitchers: Volunteers of all ages are needed to help Project Linus make quilts and blankets to be donated to Snohomish County kids who have experienced traumatic life events. The group meets 12:30-2:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at the Carl Gipson Senior Center, 3025 Lombard Ave. in Everett. Materials and equipment provided. No experience required, but sewers are encouraged to bring their own sewing machines. More info: Diane, 425-252-4524.
Hospice volunteers: Providence Hospice and Home Care of Snohomish County, 2731 Wetmore Ave., Everett, holds volunteer information sessions the third Wednesday of the month. More info: Joanie, 425-261-4815.
Volunteer with equine: All Breed Equine Rez-Q in Marysville seeks a variety of volunteers. More info: 425-263-6390, 206-933-0327, allbreedhorserescue.com.
Long-term care ombudsmen: The Snohomish County Department of Human Services seeks volunteer long-term care ombudsmen, who meet with people in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and adult family homes. More information and an application packet are available by contacting July Andre 425-388-7404 or july.andre@snoco.org, or online at http://tinyurl.com/kedr6s4.
Volunteer at senior center: The Stillaguamish Senior Center, 18308 Smokey Point Blvd. in Arlington, has a variety of volunteer opportunities. More info: 360-653-4551 or program@stillycenter.com.
Tuberculosis stories: The TB Voices Project for Snohomish County seeks people to share their experiences about tuberculosis, whether it affected themselves or someone else in their lives. The project runs until October. For more information, go to www.tbphotovoice.org or contact project director Teresa Rugg at 360-862-9034.
Help wildlife: PAWS Wildlife Center seeks volunteer wildlife care assistants to perform a variety of tasks. More info: www.paws.org/wildlife-volunteer-care-assistant.html or volunteers@paws.org.
Farmers market volunteers: The Port Susan Farmers Market will be held 3-7 p.m. Fridays through Oct. 18. Volunteers are needed for set-up, tear-down and more. More info: www.portsusan.org, or Leslie Collings at 360-202-3932.
Camano Center: The Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Road on Camano Island, has a variety of volunteer opportunities and needs. More info: 360-387-0222.
Help residents with dementia: Clare Bridge at Silver Lake in Everett provides Alzheimer’s and dementia care for seniors and seeks volunteers to interact with residents in a variety of ways. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old, pass a background check and apply in person at 2015 Lake Heights Drive. More info: brookdaleliving.com.
Warehouse needed: Marine Corps Toys for Tots of South Snohomish County seeks a warehouse where it can collect, sort, count and distribute the thousands of donations it receives each year for its Christmas-time program. More info: Mary E. Butler, butlerm39@yahoo.com or 425-344-0359.
Donate cellphones: Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County recycles cellphones, iPads and iPhones. Donate at the New and Again Thrift Shoppe, 3116 Rucker Ave., Everett. For other sites or more information, go to www.dvs-snoco.org or call 425-259-2827, ext. 13.
Providence gift shop: The nonprofit Providence General Children’s Association needs volunteers at the Providence Regional Medical Center Pacific campus gift shop, located at the Women’s and Children’s Pavilion, 916 Pacific Ave., Everett, for four-hour shifts, day or evening, one or more times per month. Gift shop proceeds benefit Northwest children in need. Must complete hospital volunteer forms, TB test, background check and training. More info: PGCA president Julie Dickson, 425-339-1398.
RSVP: The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), sponsored by Catholic Community Services, seeks people ages 55 and older for a variety of volunteer opportunities at schools, food banks, homeless shelters, the court system and more. More info: John McAlpine at johnm@ccsww.org, 425-374-6374 or 888-240-8572.
Help out at Habitat store: Habitat for Humanity of Snohomish County seeks volunteers to help staff the store in four-hour shifts between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The store is at 2302 Broadway, Everett. The store also accepts donations of building materials, household items and furniture by appointment. More info: 425-903-4430 or www.habitatsnohomish.org.
Assist cancer patients: The Cancer Resource Center at the Providence Regional Cancer Partnership seeks volunteers to work weekly four-hour shifts meeting with cancer patients and caregivers to provide support. Drivers also are needed to get cancer patients to treatments and appointments. Volunteers use their own vehicles and get mileage reimbursement. More info: Jerri Wood, 425-322-1114 or jerri.wood@cancer.org.
Volunteer Chore Services: This program of Catholic Community Services seeks volunteers to assist with household chores and more, enabling elders and adults with disabilities to remain independent in their own homes. Volunteers can help the same person each week or be listed for on-call assistance. More info: Cherisse Webb, 425-374-6323 or cherissew@ccsww.org.
Tutor: Everett Community College’s Adult Literacy Center seeks volunteers who can tutor adult learners two or more hours per week in reading, writing, basic math and English as a second language. Volunteers must be patient, have good literacy skills and be sensitive to a variety of learning styles and cultural backgrounds. Tutoring times and locations are flexible. Training is free with a six-month commitment. More info: vlp@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9524.
Hands of Hope Food Bank: This Volunteers of America Food Bank, at 9021 Evergreen Way in Everett, seeks volunteers and donations. Send checks to P.O. Box 839, Everett, WA 98206. Food donation and client hours are 2-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. More info: Leann Geiger, senior director of Basic Services, at 425-259-3191.
Arlington Community Food Bank: Send checks to 16821 Smokey Point Blvd., PMB 224, Arlington, WA 98223. Volunteers are needed to pick up groceries Monday through Friday at various merchants, sort food (various days), serve clients food (6-7 p.m. Tuesday and 1-2 p.m. Friday), computer entries and other tasks. The food bank is at 18810 59th Drive NE, near the airport. More info: acfoodbank@frontier.com, or leave a message at 360-435-1631.
Marysville Community Food Bank: Volunteers are needed to help sort food (10 a.m.-noon Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday), serve clients groceries (9-11 a.m. Monday and Friday and 3-6 p.m. Tuesday), pick up groceries and other tasks. The food bank is at 4150 88th St. NE, Marysville. More info: 360-658-1054, http://marysvillefoodbank.org.
Humane Society: HappyPaws Farm, a no-kill, farm-like shelter in Arlington, has a variety of volunteer opportunities. Donations also are accepted, such as gift cards to pet stores, dog heating pads, pet food and more. More info: 360-652-5844, hmnsoc@aol.com, www.saveourdogsandcats.org.
Veterans center: Healing Hearts In Hope Veteran Retreat Center seeks volunteers to help clean trails and organize fundraisers, among other things. The nonprofit helps veterans by providing a retreat. It is located at 28902 Mountain Loop Highway, Granite Falls. More info: Teresa, 360-691-6284 or hhhvrcfounder@netzero.com.
SENIORS
Enhance Fitness: A new session of the low-impact aerobics class for ages 50 and older runs 8:45-9:45 a.m. weekdays through Oct. 22 at the Carl Gipson Senior Center, 3025 Lombard Ave. in Everett. No experience needed. Classes started Sept. 18. Cost for the five-week session is $45 if attending five days each week, $30 if attending three days each week. Group Health Medicare members can take the class for free. More info: 425-257-8780.
Stretch and Tone: This class includes stretching and strengthening exercises for an effective workout from the safety of a seated position, 10-10:45 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Cost is $1 per class. More info: 425-257-8780.
Defensive driving: An AARP defensive driving course will be held 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday at the Marysville Fire Station 66. The Ken Baxter Community Center is taking registrations. Cost is $12 for AARP members, $14 non-members. Open to adults age 55 and older. More info: 360-363-8450.
Double-deck pinochle: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 4 p.m. Thursdays at Scriber Gardens/GenCare, 6024 200th St. SW, Lynnwood. More info: Carla, 425-771-5471.
Table tennis: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays, 12:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays and 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Five tables with paddles and balls provided. Cost is $1 per session. For ages 50 and older. More info: 425-257-8780.
Scrabble group: Plays at 12:15 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. More info: 425-257-8780.
Bingo: 12:30-3 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Cost is $2 for three-on. Everybody older than 50 can participate. More info: 425-257-8780.
Friendship Club: A group of senior citizens meets for lunch the second Thursday of each month at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 216 Broadway, Everett. Lunch costs $7. The group also takes monthly bus tours. More info: Edward, 425-493-2588.
ASSISTANCE
Head injury support group: Meets next from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 1 (first Tuesday) on the second floor of Swedish/Edmonds Medical Center, 21601 76th Ave. W., Edmonds. Group supports brain-incident survivors and their caregivers. More info: Lou Nash, 425-776-7264 or lou_nash@frontier.com.
Employment Network: 10 a.m.-noon Fridays at the North Creek Presbyterian Church, 621 164th St. SE., Mill Creek. Free help with job searches, resume writing and interviewing. More info: 425-743-2386.
Parkinson’s disease support group: Meets next from 2-4 p.m. Sept. 28 (fourth Saturday) at the Rainier Room, 1330 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. More info: 425-327-9401.
Support group for parents of children with behavioral problems: 6:30-9 p.m. Thursdays at Zion Lutheran Church, 4634 Alger Ave., Everett. Peer-to-peer support for parents struggling with children exhibiting risky behaviors such as drug or alcohol use. Confidential and free. More info: 888-468-2620 or www.cpsn.org.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Several local chapters of this nonprofit weight-loss club meet at different days and times across Snohomish County. Meetings include a private weigh-in, peer support, information and awards for progress. First meeting is free. More info: www.tops.org, or area captain Darlene Wascher at 360-658-1311.
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