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Bus riders develop snow-how
The recent storm gave transit riders a reminder that one way to prepare for winter weather is to increase their “snow-how” for riding Sound Transit buses and rail service.
The best way for ST riders to plan ahead for winter weather is by signing up to receive rider alert e-mails and text messages. Since weather impacts vary by transit service, riders have the option of choosing what updates they want to receive. To sign up, visit www.soundtransit.org and go to the “Rider Alerts” section at the top right of the page.
During weather events, Sound Transit posts rider alerts at www.soundtransit.org. Riders without Internet access can get up-to-date information by calling 888-889-6368.
Stay connected during storms
Frontier Communications maintains substantial backup systems for power that includes banks of batteries and generators to help keep phone lines in operation and customers connected to vital resources in the event of a power outage.
Frontier wants to remind customers to take extra steps to be prepared during this winter storm season to stay connected. Start by using a corded phone. Phones that do not need an electrical source will continue to operate even when your power is out, helping in the event of an emergency, ensuring reliable access and address notification to 911 and other emergency services.
Real Heroes honored
More than 30 citizens throughout Snohomish County who saved a life or put others first will be honored Dec. 9 by the Red Cross. More than 1,000 community and corporate leaders are expected to attend the 15th annual Snohomish County Chapter of the American Red Cross Real Heroes Breakfast.
The free breakfast is being held 6:45 to 7:15 a.m. at the Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom. The heroes’ amazing stories will be recounted. For information or reservations call 425-740-2324.
BUSINESS NEWS
Mall features social media, holiday help
Through Dec. 31 Alderwood mall customers can “Jingle All the Way” with a Facebook sweepstakes for a chance to win $1,000. Simply “like” Alderwood mall on Facebook and enter to win by e-mailing your name and age. Shoppers who already are fans of Alderwood’s Facebook page can enter, too. For “Jingle All the Way” Sweepstakes information visit www.alderwoodmall.com.
Fridays through December shoppers can earn a $15 gift card, giveaways and gifts from mall retailers, while supplies last, by spending $100 or more. Customers can take advantage of retailer giveaways and other pleasant surprises, including shopping bags to lighten the load, first aid kits for those aching feet, stickers for the kids and portable lint rollers.
Through the end of the year, Alderwood mall’s www.merriershopping.com will connect shoppers with gift ideas, party themes and shopping tips.
Songs for support
Top Food &Drug’s annual Sing from the Heart will be Dec. 10-12 at all Top Foods stores, including the Edmonds location. Participating groups must register in advance for a time at the guest services counter of a Top Foods store. The Top Foods store in Edmonds will donate a $50 gift card to a local food bank for each hour that a formal or informal group performs.
Sing from the Heart will be presented at each Top Foods store from 2-7 p.m. Dec. 10; noon-7 p.m. Dec. 11; and noon-5 p.m. Dec. 12. Participants may include organizations, quartets, choirs, families or friends. Children’s groups can register for 30-minute performances.
Shop for the community
United Way of Snohomish County will be the beneficiary of Borders Benefit Days Dec. 10-12 at Borders’ Alderwood mall and Everett Mall locations. The retailers will donate up to 25 percent of net sales to United Way to help people in Snohomish County.
Shoppers must give the cashier a Borders Benefit Days coupon when shopping. The coupon is available by clicking on the Borders Benefit Days button at www.uwsc.org or by calling United Way at 425-374-5501. Online shoppers can participate through www.borders.com. Just enter the coupon code UWSC1210W during the checkout process.
Business Briefs
• Games Workshop has opened in Lynnwood at 20101 44th Ave. W., Suite D. Chelsea Logan is the operator of The Freeway Plaza Hobby Center that houses the new Games Workshop, a tabletop fantasy and futuristic battle-games company. The hobby involves collecting, creating, painting and building up armies for tabletop chess-like games.
• ’Ello Guvnah has opened in Edmonds. The company, lead by Susie Beresford, provides a customer loyalty campaign combining social media, mobile marketing and face-to-face events for restaurants, bars, coffee shops, retailers, grocery stores, salons, spas, health clubs, community centers and schools. Visit www.elloguvnah.com for more information.
• The Greater Edmonds Chamber of Commerce’s networking breakfast is held at 7:30 a.m. every Wednesday at Fairwinds-Brighton Court, 6520 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. The event is free to attend. Breakfast can be ordered for $8. For more information call 425-670-1496.
• Mountlake Terrace Business Association annual Christmas party is 5-7 p.m. Dec. 15 at Merrill Gardens, 23303 58th Ave. W. For more info e-mail p069525@comcast.net.
• Mill Creek Business Association’s holiday party is 5:30-7 p.m. Dec. 3 at My Garden Nursery, 17414 Bothell-Everett Highway, Mill Creek. Heavy appetizers will be served, wine and beer tickets $2 per drink. Tickets to the event are $15, $10 of which will be donated to Alzheimer’s Association of Western Washington. Make reservations through Heidi at Heidi’s Place Custom Framing, heidisplace@frontier.com or 425-489-2569.
COMMUNITY MEETINGS
• The Rotary Club of Edmonds Daybreakers, 7 a.m. every Tuesday, Edmonds Yacht Club, 456 Admiral Way.
• Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8870 monthly meeting, Dec. 10, South County Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave., Edmonds. For more information, call 206-362-3935.
• Edmonds Lions Club, 6 p.m. Dec. 8, Stevens Hospital cafeteria, 21601 76th Ave. W., Edmonds. For more information, call 425-774-6353.
• Lynnwood Lunchmasters Toastmasters Club, 12-1 p.m. Thursdays, Alfy’s Pizza, 4820 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. For more information: 425-931-9031, lynnwood.vpm@gmail.com.
• Alderwood-Terrace Rotary Club, 7 a.m. Fridays, Stevens Hospital, west side of the cafeteria, 21601 76th Ave. W., Edmonds. For more information, call 425-670-1556.
CIVIC SERVICE
• The city of Edmonds is seeking to fill two positions on the Edmonds Planning Board. Interested residents within the city of Edmonds may pick up an application at City Hall, 121 Fifth Ave. N., or call 425-771-0220, ext. 1335, to receive an application by mail. Application deadline is 4 p.m. Dec. 16.
• The Greater Edmonds Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers at the Log Cabin Visitor’s Bureau in downtown Edmonds. The Log Cabin is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 425-776-6711.
• Concern For Neighbors Food Bank in Mountlake Terrace has an open position on its board of directors. This is a one-year volunteer position to assist in setting food bank policy and planning for the future. Call board President Anne Peterson at 425-775-1814 if interested.
• The Edmonds Arts Commission is seeking applicants with experience and interest in the literary, visual or performing arts to serve a four-year term. For more information, call 425-771-0228 or e-mail gillespie@ci.edmonds.wa.us. Applicants should send a resume and letter of interest to: ECA Nominations, 700 Main St., Edmonds, WA 98020. Deadline is 5 p.m. Dec. 6.
• Gencare Lifestyle Scriber Gardens seeks motivated and committed student and adult volunteers. The current needs include weekly bingo calling, seasonal decorating, playing games, leading discussion groups, teaching crafts, card games and painting. Contact LeAnna West at 425-673-7111 or at activities.lynnwood@gencare-inc.com.
PUBLIC MEETINGS
SOUTH COUNTY
Community Transit Board of Directors, 3 p.m. Dec. 2 , 7100 Hardeson Road, Everett
Alderwood Water District Board of Commissioners, 5 p.m. Dec. 6, 3626 156th St. SW, Lynnwood
Snohomish County Fire District 1 Board of Commissioners, 7 p.m. Dec. 7, 12425 Meridian Ave., Everett
Snohomish County Public Utility District, Commission Meeting, 9 a.m. Dec. 7, 2320 California St., Everett
EDMONDS
City Council, 7 p.m. Dec. 7, Council Chambers, 250 Fifth Ave. N. On the agenda: public hearing on 2011 budget. Broadcast on Channel 21 at noon and 7 p.m. the following Wednesday, noon on Friday and Monday.
Hearing Examiner, 3 p.m. Dec. 2, Council Chambers 250 Fifth Ave. N.
Historic Preservation Commission, 4:30 p.m. Dec. 9, Brackett Room, third floor, City Hall, 121 Fifth Ave. N.
Planning Board, 7 p.m. Dec. 8, Council Chambers, 250 Fifth Ave. N.
Arts Commission, 6 p.m. Dec. 6, Edmonds Library Plaza Room, 650 Main St.
Historic Preservation Commission, 4:30 p.m. Dec. 9, Brackett Room, third floor, City Hall, 121 Fifth Ave. N.
Mayors Climate Protection Ageement Committee, 9 a.m. Dec. 2 , Brackett Room, City Hall, 121 Fifth Ave. N.
LYNNWOOD
City Council, 7 p.m. Dec. 13, Council Chambers, 19100 44th Ave. W. Broadcast on Comcast Channel 28, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. Sundays. Audio available at www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us/CouncilAgendas/AgendaSelect.aspx.
Planning Commission, 7 p.m. Dec. 9, City Hall Council Chambers, 19100 44th Ave. W.
Parks &Recreation Board, 7 p.m. Dec. 7, Wickers Building at Heritage Park, 19921 Poplar Way
Tourism Advisory Committee, 7:30-9 a.m. Dec. 9, City Hall Conference Rooms, 19100 44th Ave. W.
Hearing Examiner, Dec. 8, Council Chambers, 19100 44th Ave. W.
Public Facilities District, 6 p.m. Dec. 7, Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th St. SW
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE
City Council, 7 p.m. Dec. 6, Council Chambers, 6100 219th St. SW, Suite 200. On the agenda: public hearing on amendments to the city’s comprehensive plan and zoning map. Audio available at www.cityofmlt.com/cityServices/cityCouncil/councilMeetings.htm.
MILL CREEK
City Council, 6 p.m. Dec. 7, City Hall, 15728 Main St.
Arts &Beautification Advisory Board, 4 p.m. Dec. 8, City Hall, 15728 Main St.
Civil Service Commission, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 9, City Hall, 15728 Main St.
Library Board, 5 p.m. Dec. 6, City Hall, 15728 Main St.
BRIER
City Council, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14, 2901 228th St. SW
Parks &Recreation Board, 7 p.m. Dec. 8, Council Chambers, 2901 228th St. SW
WOODWAY
Town Council, 7 p.m. Dec. 15, Town Hall, 23920 113th Place W.
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