Community Calendar

Friday

Dark Divas- 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 17: Join us for a tribute to some of the best-known female African American vocalists at the Triton Union Building, Edmonds Community College, 20200 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Suggested donation: $3 adults/$2 children.

Free Blood Pressure Checks- 1–3 p.m. first and third Friday of the month: Red Cross volunteers provide free blood pressure screenings at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44 Ave. W., Lynnwood.

Saturday

Woodway High School Class of 1986 Reunion Planning Meeting- Saturday, March 18: All alumni interested in planning for this event please call 509-782-1136. Meeting will be held in Edmonds.

Home Buying Seminar- 10-Noon Saturday, March 18: Get information about financing options, mortgage payments, documentation, the purchase process and much more information to get you going t the Lynnwood Recreation Center, 18900 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Cost: Free. Info and RSVP: 425-218-4647 or 360-652-9994 or stevend@nwmortgage.net

Pavilion Saturday Market- 9-2 p.m. Saturday, March 18: Booths full of crafts, one-of-a-kind items and commercial products at Mountlake Terrace Recreation pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW., Mountlake Terrace.

Northwest Orchid Society Spring Sale and Exhibit- 9-5 p.m. Saturday, March 18 &10-4 p.m. Sunday, March 19: This free event will feature a display of blooming orchids, a repotting service, sale plants from specialty orchid growers and pointers form local enthusiasts. To be held at Sky Nursery, 28528 Aurora Ave. N., Shoreline.

Home Buying Seminar- 10-Noon Saturday, March 18: Get information about financing options, mortgage payments, documentation, the purchase process and much more information to get you going t the Lynnwood Recreation Center, 18900 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Cost: Free. Info and RSVP: 425-218-4647 or 360-652-9994 or stevend@nwmortgage.net.

A Walk In The Woods- 10:30am Saturday, March 18th &11am Sunday, March 19th: Dress for the weather as nursery manager Trevor Cameron takes you on a stroll through Wight’s forest of trees…fruit, flowering, shade and ornamental. Learn how to select and plant the perfect tree for your particular landscape needs and location. Held at Wight’s Home &Garden, 50th &190th St. SW, Lynnwood. Info: 425-775-3636 or www.wights.com.

Night Waves- 8-12 a.m. Saturday, March 18: Dancing, swimming, movies, free food, special activities, racquetball, wally ball and weight room. For Grades 7-12 at the Lynnwood Rec. Center, 18900 44th Ave W., Lynnwood. Cost: $5 with school ID. Info: 425-744-6471.

But I Already Have A Rhododendron!- 10:30am Saturday, March 25 &11am Sunday, March 26 : Learn about exciting new rhododendron hybrids and fascinating large leafed species in this fun and informative seminar. Held at Wight’s Home &Garden, 50th &190th St. SW, Lynnwood. Info: 425-775-3636 or www.wights.com.

Sunday

Sno-King Community Chorale Concert- 7 p.m. Sunday, March 19: Guest artist and composer, Michael Kissinger, will join the Chorale in a performance of his Sacred Cantata at Trinity Lutheran Church, 6215 196th St. SW., Lynnwood. Cost: $10/ students free with I.D. card.

Monday

Prostate Health Meeting for Men- 7 p.m. Monday, March 20: Dr. Takamiya, Radiology Oncologist, will present information on this common concern of men with discussion to follow. To be held on the 3rd floor Conference Room, Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave. W., Edmonds. Free parking.

Snohomish County Nursery and Greenhouse Industry Meeting- 7-9:30 p.m. Monday, March 20: John Roney, Ag Coordinator, will present a synopsis of the Agriculture Action Plan and then is interested in hearing from you about what is working well and what would help you to maximize your success as local nursery/greenhouse operators. To be held at the WSU Snohomish County Extension Education Center, Cougar Room, 600 128th St. SE., Everett. Info: 425-357-6025.

Mountlake Terrace City Council Regular Meeting- 7 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of the month: Meets at the Council Chambers, 23204 58 Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. Info: 425-776-1161.

Current Events Discussion Group- 10–12 p.m. 2nd Monday of the month: Review and discuss events and issues in the news also topics of interest at the Mountlake Terrace Senior Center, 5605 235 St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. Cost: None, coffee fund donations welcome. Info: 425-672-2407.

Lynnwood City Council Regular Meeting- 7 p.m. second and fourth Monday of the month: Meets in the Council Chambers, 19100 44 Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info: 425-775-1971.

Brier Knit-Wits- 6-8 p.m. Mondays: Join a knit and chat group, share knowledge and support at the Brier library, 23303 Brier Rd., Brier. Beginners bring a skein of double-knit yarn and #8 and #9 needles. Info: 425-483-0888.

Asperger Parent Support Group- 7 –8:30 p.m. first and third Monday each month: Bi-monthly support and information sharing group at the Family Support Center, 6330 195 St. SW, Lynnwood. Cost: Free. Info and childcare reservations: 425-670-8984.

Tai Chi- 9:30 a.m. every Monday: A gentle art of health and wellbeing thru gentle, controlled movements focusing on balance. Held at the Lynnwood Senior Center, 5800 198th St. SW, Lynnwood. Cost: $3.25/ class. 425-744-6464 or www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us.

Tuesday

Medicare Changes Made Simple- 10-11:45 a.m. Thursday, March 21: Mark Zimmerman of Senior Advisory Services will speak at the Lynnwood Senior Center, 5800 198th St. SW, Lynnwood. Cost: free. Info and registration: 425-771-4030.

Open House Invitation on Traffic Signal- 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 28: Come hear about the preliminary design and funding for the proposed construction of a traffic signal at the intersection of Alderwood Mall Blvd. &40th Ave. W. To be held at the Lynnwood Library Meeting Room, 19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info: 425-670-6635 or jperrault@ci.lynnwood.wa.us.

Silk Floral Design- 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 21: Invest an afternoon with one of our designers. Susan Geiser will demonstrate how to create a beautiful entry piece that could also be used as a centerpiece. Held at Wight’s Home &Garden, 50th &190th St. SW, Lynnwood. Info: 425-775-3636 or www.wights.com.

Disaster Preparedness Workshop- 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 21: Learn what to do and how to be prepared if a disaster happens in the Northwest from Terrorism, and earthquakes to a major accident. Held at World Harvester Family Church, 20830 52nd Ave W., Lynnwood. Cost: Free. Hosted with the Lynnwood Fire Dept. Info: 425-876-6457 or www.worldharvester.org.

Wednesday

Diabetes Support Group March Meeting- 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, March. 22: Guest Speaker, Chaplin Mary Hanke, will speak about Living Wills, Power of Attorney &POLST forms. Meets at the Stevens Hospital Cafeteria, 2nd floor, 21601 76th Ave. W., Edmonds. Info: 425-640-4395.

Thursday

Family Fun Night- 7-9 p.m. Thursday, March 23: Turn off the TV and join us for an evening of good old fashioned fun including swimming and arts and crafts. To be held at the Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. Cost: $15 resident/$17 non-resident. Fee is for entire family. Info: 425-776-9173 or www.cityofmlt.com.

South County Le Tip Chapter Meetings- 7:45 a.m. every Thursday: Business persons are invited to meet with fellow businesspersons to give and receive qualified business tips or leads at Old Country Buffet on the corner of 44th Ave. and 196 St. in Lynnwood.

Knit-Nicks- 1:30 –3 p.m. every Thursday: This knitting group will create hats and scarves for the Clothing For Kids. Yarn provided, bring your needles to Mountlake Terrace Senior Center, 5605 235 St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. Info: 425-672-2407.

Visually Impaired Support Group- 7 –8:30 p.m. first Thursday of the month: Monthly meeting including speakers and activities for blind and visually impaired adults in the Lynnwood, Edmonds, and Mill Creek area. Info: 425-640-6352 or t 425-337-2395

NARFE Sno-King Chapter 1966- 11:30 a.m. Every third Thursday (except July &August): Meeting at Snohomish PUD Auditorium, 21018 Hwy. 99, Lynnwood. Info: 425-712-0406.

Lynnwood Historical Commission- 7 p.m. every third Thursday: Meeting open to the public and held in the Lynnwood City Council Chambers.

The Golden Thimble Club- 1:30-3 p.m. Thursdays (none on Feb. 9): Join this group if you like to knit, crochet, cross-stitch, quilt or any handwork at the Senior House, 5605 235th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace . Cost: Free, donations welcome.