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Friday

Newspaper Recycling Helps Others- Recycling your old newspapers assist the Helping Hands Ministry in providing assistance for families in need at Northlake Christian Church, 19029 North Road, Bothell. Put in the large white recycle container in the SE corner of the parking lot. 100% of the proceeds go to the HH Ministry. Info: 425-672-8044 or www.northlakecc.org.

E-Bay Buying- 1-3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27: Find out how to use the auction method of buying on E-bay and get some good bargains at the Northshore Senior Center, 10201 East Riverside Dr., Bothell. Cost: $10 members/ $20 nonmembers. Info and registration: 425-487-2441.

Marriage Encounter-Friday-Sunday, Jan. 27-29: Evaluate your own marriage, experience new levels of closeness, gain insight and discover God’s plan for marriage at Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center, 20800 Marine Drive, Stanwood. Info and register: 360-652-7575 or 1-800-228-6724 or www.warmbeach.com

Saturday

Flagger Certification- 8-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14: A hands-on seminar that entitles you to pursue employment in the construction and utilities industries, course fee includes training manual and photo Id certificate at the Business &Training Center, 728 134th St. SW, Suite 128, Everett. Must be 18 or older. Cost: $49. Info and registration: 425-640-1840 or www.the-btc.com

Test Drive a Tour Guide- 9-6 p.m. Saturday &11-5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14-15: Join Riki Steves and tour guides for twenty-one free slideshow presentations and learn more about various destinations at Rick Steve’s Europe Through the Back Door, 130 Fourth Ave. N, Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info and required reservations: 425-771-8303 ext. 298 or www.ricksteves.com.

Patagonia and Beyond: Chile and Argentina- 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14: Travel Seminar at The Savvy Traveler, 112 5th Ave S., Edmonds. Info and registration: 425-744-6076 or www.savvytravelereredmonds.com.

Purrfect Pals Volunteers Orientations- 10:30-Noon Saturday, Jan. 14 &28: Adoption counselors and cat socializers are needed at the Lynnwood and Everett PetSmart adoption facilities. Orientation will be held at the Purrfect Pals Nonprofit Cat Shelter, 230 McRae Rd NE, Arlington. Info: 360-652-9611 ext. 16 or ali@purrfectpals.org.

Exploring Australia- 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan.14: Travel Seminar at The Savvy Traveler, 112 5th Ave S., Edmonds. Info and registration: 425-744-6076 or www.savvytravelereredmonds.com.

Tim Noah Live- 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14: Experience this musical celebration of imagination with songwriter, recording artist and performer Tim Noah at the Shoreline Community College Campus Theatre, 16110 Greenwood Ave. N., Bldg 1600, Shoreline. Cost: $5. Info and tickets: 206-417-4645 or www.shorelinearts.net.

Pancake Breakfast- 8-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21: Join us for a hearty breakfast of ham or sausage, eggs, pancakes and coffee or tea at the Northshore Senior Center, 10201 East Riverside Dr., Bothell. Cost: $4 members and children under $12/ $5 nonmembers. Info: 425-487-2441.

Youth Cheer Clinic- 8:45-11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21: Shorewood High School Cheerleaders is hosting this clinic for boys and girls at the Shorewood Gym, 17300 Fremont N., Shoreline. Cost: $15. Release forms will be available at the gym and distributed to local elementary schools. Info: 206-361-4390 ask for Vicky.

A Taste of Tuscany and Umbria- 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan.21: Travel Seminar at The Savvy Traveler, 112 5th Ave S., Edmonds. Info and registration: 425-744-6076 or www.savvytravelereredmonds.com

Southern Italy and the Amalfi Coast- 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan.21: Travel Seminar at The Savvy Traveler, 112 5th Ave S., Edmonds. Info and registration: 425-744-6076 or

www.savvytravelereredmonds.com

Jazz It Up- 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21: Allen Vizzutti, trumpeter, joins the Faculty &Friends Big Band for a night of classic and contemporary jazz at the Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave NE, Shoreline. Cost: $15 adults/ $13 seniors/students. Info and tickets: 206-417-4645 or www.shorelinearts.net.

Planning your Dream Vacation to France- 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan.28: Travel Seminar at The Savvy Traveler, 112 5th Ave S., Edmonds. Info and registration: 425-744-6076 or www.savvytravelereredmonds.com

Explore the Kingdom Of Morocco- 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28: Travel Seminar at The Savvy Traveler, 112 5th Ave S., Edmonds. Info and registration: 425-744-6076 or www.savvytravelereredmonds.com

Community Yarn Creations- 3-5 p.m. starts Saturday, Jan. 28: This non-profit charitable knit/crochet group creates items to donate to local agencies in need at Village Yarn and Tea Shop, 19500 Ballinger Way, Lake Forest Park. All levels welcome. Yarn can be provided. Info: 425 787 0736.

Andes and Amazon, Land of the Incas- 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4: Travel Seminar at The Savvy Traveler, 112 5th Ave S., Edmonds. Info and registration: 425-744-6076 or www.savvytravelereredmonds.com

Places to Stay in Italy- 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb 4: Travel Seminar at The Savvy Traveler, 112 5th Ave S., Edmonds. Info and registration: 425-744-6076 or www.savvytravelereredmonds.com

Kaleidoscope Dance Company- 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4: Experience this unique modern dance company of talented youth ages 8-14 at the Shoreline Community College Campus Theatre, 16110 Greenwood Ave. N., Bldg 1600, Shoreline. Cost: $5. Info and tickets: 206-417-4645 or www.shorelinearts.net.

Flagger Certification- 8-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11: A hands-on seminar that entitles you to pursue employment in the construction and utilities industries, course fee includes training manual and photo Id certificate at the Business &Training Center, 728 134th St. SW, Suite 128, Everett. Must be 18 or older. Cost: $49. Info and registration: 425-640-1840 or www.the-btc.com

Flagger Certification- 8-4 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 11: A hands-on seminar that entitles you to pursue employment in the construction and utilities industries, course fee includes training manual and photo Id certificate at the Business &Training Center, 728 134th St. SW, Suite 128, Everett. Must be 18 or older. Cost: $49. Info and registration: 425-640-1840 or www.the-btc.com

Sunday

Dr King’s Dream Celebration- 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15: Join speaker Reginald Gillins, R&B fusion group, Michelle Lang &Still Water, at this ninth annual celebration of Dr. King’s birthday at the Northwest Church, 15555 15th NE St., Shoreline. Info: 206-364-2275.

A Celebration of Women and the New Moon- 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sundays Jan. 15, Feb. 12 &Mar. 12: This Rosh Chodesh Group is for Jewish women who have experienced abuse by an intimate partner. Cost: Free. Childcare provided with advanced request. Info and registration: 206-461-3240

Chinese New Year- 2 – 4 p.m. Sunday, January 22: Come celebrate Chinese New Year and start the Year of the Dog with a loud WOOF of entertainment, dancing and great food at Northshore Senior Center, 10201 East Riverside Drive, Bothell. Cost: $6.00. Info and registration: 425-487-2441. Please make reservations by Monday, January 15.

Community Yarn Creations- 3-5 p.m. starts Sunday, Feb. 19: This non-profit charitable knit/crochet group creates items to donate to local agencies in need at Main Street Yarn, Mill Creek Towne Center. All levels welcome. Yarn can be provided. Info: 425 787 0736.

Monday

10th Annual Warm Coats for Kids Campaign- Top Food &Drug is hosting this donation drive for new or gently worn coats, hats, scarves and mittens which will be distributed to local social welfare agencies. Make donations at TOP Food, 21900 Hwy. 99, Edmonds or TOP Food, 1201 N. 17th St., Shoreline.

“Is Tax Simplification Simply Not Going To Happen”- 6:00 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23: Join Edmonds Lions Club members for diner and guest speaker, Dennis Thompson, an accountant, at the Stevens Hospital cafeteria, 21601 76th Ave W. Edmonds. The public is invited.

The Dream Deferred- 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23: Martin Luther King III examines the goals of his father and his message in today’s society at the Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th Street SW., Lynnwood. Cost: $10 general/ $7 students and seniors. Info and tickets: 425-640-1313 or www.edcc.edu/boxoffice.

Reservations for Edmonds City Park Shelters- 8 a.m. starts Monday, Feb. 6: Edmonds Parks and Recreation will begin accepting reservations for the 2006 May thru September season. Each shelter has six picnic tables, designed for a maximum of 100. Cost: $75 Shelter/ $50 Gazebo. Info: 425-771-0230.

Tuesday

SIGS Genealogical Research Library Open- 10-2 p.m. Tuesdays and Saturdays, 1-5 p.m., 1-5 p.m. Thursdays: Located at the Humble House, 19827 Poplar Way, Lynnwood. Info: 425-775-6267.

Self Defense for Seniors- 12:45-2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan 17: Give yourself confidence and peace of mind by learning some simple techniques that will help you to protect yourself and ensure your personal safety at Northshore Senior Center, 10201 East Riverside Drive, Bothell. Cost: Free Info and registration: 425-487-2441.

Northshore Senior Center Financial Series- 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Jan.17, 24, 31 &Feb. 7: Each class explores aspects of money management from your feelings about money; Taxes; Mutual funds choices and analysis; Strategies for long-term care at the Northshore Senior Center, 10201 East Riverside Dr., Bothell. Cost: $5 per class. Info and registration: 425-487-2441.

Self Defense For Seniors- 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17: Find confidence and peace of mind by learning simple techniques that will help you to protect yourself and ensure your personal safety at the Northshore Senior Center, 10201 East Riverside Dr., Bothell. Cost: Free. Info: 425-487-2441.

“Totally HR: Being in Compliance Can Save You Big Bucks”- 7:30 Tuesday, Jan. 24: Shannon O’ Connor of Paychex, Inc. will talk about managing HR costs and other topics during the South Snohomish County Chamber Breakfast at the Best Western Alderwood, 3000 184th St. SW, Suite 947, Lynnwood. Cost: $15 members/$25 nonmembers includes breakfast. Info and required registration: 425-774-0507 ext 0 or www.s2c3.com.

Are You Ready For An Emergency- 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24: Learn what essential items you should have and where they should be stored at the Northshore Senior Center, 10201 East Riverside Dr., Bothell. Cost: Free. Info: 425-487-2441.

South Snohomish County Chamber of Commerce Open House- 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31: SSCCC invites you to connect with new member Jewelry is Fun and do some casual networking while perusing a showcase of fine jewelry with a portion of the proceeds going to Clothes for Kids at the Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. Info and registration: 425-870-3264.

Wednesday

The Spay Station- 7 a.m. Tuesday &Wednesday, Jan. 10 &11: Free spaying and neutering to pets of low-income or at very low cost to all others at the Safeway Food Store, 4128 Rucker, Everett. First come, first served, space limited. Info: 360-793-SPAY or www.pasadpsafehaven.org.

Mill Creek Little League T-Ball, Baseball &Softball Registration- 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday &Thursday, Jan. 11 &19: Sign up your child for Little League fun at Heatherwood Middle School Cafeteria, 1419 Trillium Blvd. SE, Mill Creek. Ages 5-18 girls and boys. Info and eligibility: 425-338-5410 or www.millcreeklittleleague.com.

Thursday

Flashy Fashion Luncheon- 11:45-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan 12: The Mill Creek Christian Women’s Club invites you to enjoy fashions from Coldwater Creek, music with Karla Burgin and a talk by Cathy Mogus, “Living With Integrity” at the Mill Creek Country Club, 15500 Country Club Drive, Mill Creek. Cost: $15.50. Reservations due by Jan. 10. Info and reservations: 425-775-0868 or 425-338-4498.

NARFE-Sno-King Chapter 1966- 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19: Shirley Hauch , SHIBA Prescription Drug Specialist, will speak about the New Medicare Plan D Drug program at the Snohomish PUD Auditorium, 21018 Hwy 99, Lynnwood. Visitors welcome.