EVENTS
Bazaar: Our Savior’s Lutheran Church holds a Holiday Market, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 8 at 215 Mukilteo Blvd., Everett. Gift basket auction, homemade goodies and crafts, lunch and refreshments, homemade lefse, and more. Proceeds benefit All Aboard Arts, a program for disabled adults in Everett, as well as Lutheran World Relief. More info: 425-252-0413.
Bazaar: The Warm Beach Senior Community Bazaar is set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 8 in the Beachwood Building, 20402 Marine Drive, Stanwood. Proceeds will help repair sidewalks in the nonprofit community.
Recycling event: Thrivent Financial for Lutherans sponsors a free recycling and paper shredding event, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 8 at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 23406 56th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. Appliances, computers, printers and more are accepted. A full list is at 1greenplanet.com. Paper shredding, too. Free but donations welcome. More info: Katherine, 425-672-9080.
Bazaar: Marysville United Methodist Church holds a holiday bazaar, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 8 at 5600 64th St. NE. Proceeds benefit Kloz 4 Kidz.
Bazaar: The Freeborn Church craft fair and bazaar is set for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 8 at 2300 300th St. NW, Stanwood. Two floors of shopping and drawings. Proceeds benefit three charities, including Matthew House in Monroe, the Friendship Houses in Mount Vernon, and Cocoon House in Everett and Arlington. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans also is matching proceeds.
Bazaar: Monroe Christian School’s holiday bazaar and craft show is set for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 8 at First Baptist Church of Monroe, 17922 149th St. SE. Vendors, crafts, raffles, prizes, food, espresso, sweet treats and more. Free admission. More info: mcsholidaybazaar@gmail.com.
Women’s Expo: The Women’s Expo, featuring 40 vendors and a coffee bar along with raffles and more, is set for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 8 at LIFEchurch360, 3131 Smokey Point Drive, Suite 1B, Arlington. Childcare available for $10 for a two-hour block plus $1 for each additional child (registration required). More info: ilsac@LIFEchurch360.com.
Bazaar: The St. Pius X Ladies Guild holiday bazaar is set for 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 8 and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 9 in the school gym at 22105 58th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. Craft items, lunch, bake sale, used books. More info: 425-775-7545.
Fundraiser: Calvary Fellowship in Mountlake Terrace hosts The Gather Event, 2-5 p.m. Nov. 8. The event is to raise money and awareness for medical care and community education for the Ebola outbreak in West Africa and for relief of the immediate needs of refugees fleeing violence in northern Iraq and Syria. The program includes a Samaritan’s Purse presentation, silent auction, artisan market, day spa and refreshments. Free admission. The church is at 23302 56th Ave. W. More info: www.thegatherevent.com.
Emergency storage: The Lynnwood Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints holds an “Emergency Home Food Storage Basics” open house event, 2-6 p.m. Nov. 8 at the church’s Home Storage Center in Mukilteo, 4215 C Russell Road. The public is invited to learn how to prepare for emergencies with home food storage of such basics as beans, rice, wheat, flour, sugar, oats and other items. Some of these items have a 30-year shelf life when stored in a dry, cool place in No. 10 metal cans. Demonstrations and a tour.
Veterans Day concert: An ensemble from the Everett Chorale along with the Trinity Lutheran College choir and the First Presbyterian Church Chancel and hand bell choirs, will participate in a Veterans Day Memorial Concert, 6 p.m. Nov. 9 at First Presbyterian Church, 2936 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. The concert of patriotic songs and anthems honors those who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. military. The program, sponsored by First Presbyterian Church of Everett, will also include organist Gary Norris, and a massed choir. Admission is free.
Bazaar: Faith Lutheran Church holds its annual holiday bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 15 at 6708 Cady Road, Everett. Handmade crafts, gift items, quilts, baked goods, raffle, lunch, Granny’s Attic and more. Proceeds benefit Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County, Lutheran World Hunger Relief, Hands for Peacemaking, Bethany of the Northwest and the South Everett Neighborhood Center.
Auction: Everett Christian School’s “Texas Rodeo Round-Up” auction fundraiser is set for Nov. 15 at 2221 Cedar St. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Cost is $30 and includes appetizers and dinner. Silent auction, restaurant wall and live auction. More info: 425-259-3213.
Haiti presentation: The Rev. Daniel Paul will be visiting Lamb of God Lutheran Church on Nov. 16, preaching during the 10:15 a.m. service and giving a presentation afterwards at 12:30 p.m. about his ministry in Haiti, including an orphanage, primary school, church and church plant. The event is open to the public. The church is at 3923 103rd Ave. SE, Lake Stevens. More info: 425-377-2173.
Organ dedication: St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Marysville invites the public to a dedication of its newly installed 1951 Moller organ, 3 p.m. Nov. 16. The church is at 4312 84th St. NE. Refreshments to follow. There will be music by Halden Alexander Toy, David Spring and the Trinity Episcopal Choir, Trio Affectuoso, Mike Gagnon, and Liz Van Dyke. More info: www.saint-philips.org.
Concert: Rachel and the Holywaters perform a benefit concert, 6 p.m. Nov. 16, for the historic restoration of Everett’s Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2531 Hoyt Ave. Free admission; freewill offering for restoration project. Reception to follow with the musical group’s album available for $5. More info: 425-252-3757.
Bazaar: The Bali Bazaar, to benefit the nonprofit My Father’s Home orphanage, is set for 7 p.m. Nov. 21 and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 22 at Cross View Church, 604 Avenue C, Snohomish. Handcrafted items from Bali, including wooden items, baskets, jewelry, purses, silk scarves, toys, decorations and more. All proceeds benefit the orphanage, which is administered by Kim and Brian Boyer of Snohomish. The Friday preview sale includes a presentation on the mission. More info: www.myfathershome.net.
SERVICES
Living Interfaith: Living Interfaith’s next service is at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 8 at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 6915 196th St. SW in Lynnwood. Cathy Merchant leads a celebration of Lhabab Duchen. “We’ll explore the significance of the Buddha Shakyamuni leaving the God realm in order to return to his followers here on earth.” Services are every other Saturday and focus on a variety of faith traditions. More info: livinginterfaith.org.
Evergreen Unitarian Universalist: Evergreen Unitarian Universalist Fellowship meets next at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 9. The Rev. Carmen TenEyck-McDowell speaks about “The Evolution of God” and what historical Unitarian and Universalist perceptions of the ultimate can bring comfort and joy. More info: evergreenuu.org or 360-659-6621.
Spirit of Grace: The Rev. Kim Poole speaks Nov. 9 on “Where Is Your Treasure?” at Spirit of Grace United Methodist Church, 3530 Colby Ave., Everett. Service time is 10:30 a.m. More info: 425-259-7233.
Unity Everett: The Rev. Julie Montague’s Nov. 9 message is “Don’t be Reasonable, Go Wild with Praise.” Service is at 10 a.m. at Everett Unity Center for Positive Living, 3231 Colby Ave. More info: 425-258-2244, www.everettunity.org.
Unity Lynnwood: Spiritual Director Richard Loren Held continues the presentation of “The Amazing Beatitudes” on Nov. 9. Services are at 9 and 11 a.m. at 16727 Alderwood Mall Parkway. More info: 425-741-7172 or www.unityinlynnwood.org.
MEETINGS, CLASSES
Celebrate Recovery: Mukilteo Four Square hosts a Celebrate Recovery group 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Free dinner, large group teaching and testimony, small gender-based share groups, kids church. “Open to all who have hurts, habits, and hang-ups.” The church is at 4424 Chennault Beach Road. More info: mukilteofoursquare.org.
Surviving the Holidays: Mountain View Presbyterian Church presents a seminar “Surviving the Holidays,” 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Nov. 15, to help grieving individuals cope as well as discover new reasons to again enjoy this time of year. The public is invited to attend no matter how long it has been since their loved one died. Registration recommended. Workbooks are $4 at the door. The church is at 5115 100th St. NE, Marysville. More info: 360-659-7777, stephanie@mtvpc.org.
Talmud class: “Explorations in the Talmud” is a 10-week course to be held at 7:15 p.m. Wednesdays starting Nov. 26 at Chabad Jewish Center of Snohomish County, 19626 76th Ave. W., Suite B, Lynnwood. Registration required. More info: www.jewishsnohomish.com.
Chenrezig study group: The Chenrezig Project, Florida’s fastest-growing Tibetan Buddhist study and practice group, has expanded to Snohomish County. The Chenrezig Project meets 7-8:45 p.m. Tuesdays in Monroe. More info: info@chenrezigproject.org. Women’s Bible study: A woman’s Bible study of “In One Thousand Gifts” by Ann Voskamp, led by Nell Waldrop, is held 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Nov. 18, at Gospel Light Church, 2801 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. This study invites women to embrace God’s blessings and develop a lifestyle of gratitude and service for others. The study started Sept. 30. More info: 425-252-8244.
Meditation: Teachings and guided meditations in practical Buddhist methods for happiness are held 7-8:15 p.m. Wednesdays in room 311 of the Everett Public Market Building, 2804 Grand Ave., Everett. Enter through Sno-Isle Food Co-op (take elevator). Suggested donation is $10, $5 for seniors, students and the unemployed. More info: 206-526-9565.Divorce care class: A divorce care support group meets 6:30 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 13, in room 205 at Bethany Christian Assembly, 2715 Everett Ave. The class is an ongoing ministry aimed at those who are separated, presently going through a divorce, or have been divorced for an extended period of time and find themselves struggling when trying to put their life back together. More info: 425-339-3303.
Journey with Jesus: Immaculate Conception/Our Lady of Perpetual Help offers “Growing Together in Faith Through the Catechism” classes from 7-8:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month in Hensen Hall, 2619 Cedar St., Everett. Each meeting stands on its own. More info: 425-349-7014.
River of Life: Free classes are offered at River of Life Community Church, 5218 S. Second Ave., Everett. A personal finance class, “War on Debt,” is held 12-1 p.m. the first and third Saturdays of the month. Community garden planning sessions are at 1 p.m. the first and third Saturdays. Other classes also are available. The classes are free, but donations to the church food bank are encouraged.
GriefShare, Everett: Northshore Christian Church hosts the support group at 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Dec. 2. Child care is provided at the evening session; RSVP required. The church is at 5700 23rd Drive W., Everett. More info: 425-407-1119, www.northshorechristian.org.
GriefShare, Snohomish: Cross View Church hosts the support group 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays in its library at 604 Ave. C E., Snohomish. Cost is $20. Scholarships available. To register or for more information, call 360-568-5886.
Sharing the Caring: Spiritual support group meets at 6 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month at Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 5115 100th St. NE in Marysville. More info: 360-659-7777 or Katie at 360-653-0167.
Independent Bible Study: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Christian Science Reading Room, 1718 Broadway, Everett. More info: 425-252-9182.
Christian businessmen: The Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship in America Everett chapter meets from 6-8 a.m. Wednesdays in the cafe at the Holiday Inn, 3105 Pine St. More info: Tony, 206-948-7318.
Arts and crafts: Immaculate Conception/Our Lady of Perpetual Health holds a No Disabled Souls art class, 7-8:30 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Class is held in Hensen Hall’s Green Room at 2619 Cedar St., Everett. More info: Carlene Nelson, 425-355-3138.
MEALS, CLOTHING
Friday Night Outreach: Hot meals, sandwiches, fruit, clothes and haircuts are offered 5-6:30 p.m. Fridays at First Baptist Church, 1616 Pacific Ave., Everett. Toiletries twice a month. More info: 425-259-9166.
Clothing, Clearview: A free clothing bank with clothing for men, women and children is open 10 a.m.-noon the first Tuesday of each month at the Clearview Gospel Hall, 17826 180th St. SE, Snohomish. More info: Dawn, 360-668-0836.
Clothing, Lake Stevens: Sanctuary Ministries provides gently used clothes 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursdays in its Care Center at 15533 75th St. NE, between Lake Stevens and Granite Falls. Limit two bags per visit. Donations welcome. More info: 360-386-9871.
Clothing, Marysville: Kloz 4 Kidz is a free clothing resource center for kids in north Snohomish County. Open three days a week. Located behind Marysville United Methodist Church, 5600 64th St. NE. Call for an appointment: 360-658-1021.
Loaves and Fishes: A free community supper is offered 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays at Sultan Community United Methodist Church, 212 Birch St., Sultan.
Community kitchen: 4:30-6 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays at St. John’s, 913 Second Ave., Snohomish. More info: 360-568-4622.
The Table: A community dinner at 6 p.m. Thursdays at Mountain View Church, 9015 44th Drive NE, Marysville. Children welcome. More info: 360-659-0445.
Community meals, Faith Lutheran: 5-6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Faith Lutheran Church, 6708 Cady Road, Everett.
Meals, clothes: Gold Creek Community Church provides a free hot meal and sack lunches, 5-6 p.m. the first, third and fifth Sunday of the month at Central Lutheran Church, 2702 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. Send Faith Calendar items to newstips@heraldnet.com.
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