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Friday

Host Families Needed- High School students from various countries need caring families to share their home for their 5-12 month stay. Info: 1-866-846-3977

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.

Cascade Symphony Chamber Ensembles- 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10: Join us for an evening of music by Beethoven, DiTucci, Grau, Walton, Bridges, Schubert and P.D. Q Bach performed at the Edmonds Unitarian Universalist Church, 8109 224th St. SW, Edmonds. Cost: $15 general/$10 students. Tickets available at the door or call: 206-542-3645.

Starlight Beach Walk- 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24: Join our Ranger –Naturalists for a low tide beach walk under the stars. Bring a flashlight and dress appropriately for the weather. Meet at the Olympic Beach Visitor Station, Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info: 425-771-0227.

Parents’ Night Out- 6:30-10 p.m. Friday, March 3: An evening packed with fun activities including eating pizza, swimming and movies for the kids and an evening off for the parents to run errands, shop or paint the town. To be held at the Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. Ages 5-12. Cost: $15 resident/$17 non-resident. Info and required Pre-registration: 425-776-9173 or www.cityofmlt.com.

Men’s Advance – Friday-Sunday, March 3-5: Join 400 men from the Northwest for a weekend of relaxation and a deepening of your relationship with Christ through, workshops and worship at Warm Beach Camp, 20800 Marine Drive, Stanwood. Info and registration: 360-652-7575 or 800-228-6724 or www.warmbeach.com.

Positive Discipline Introduction- 7-9 p.m. Friday, March 3: For parents who are challenged by kid fights, whining, chores, homework problems and who want to be more effective and build an atmosphere of mutual respect in the home. Held at Advent Lutheran Church, 4224 132nd St. SE, Everett. Cost: Free. Childcare available for a freewill donation. Info: 425-335-4460.

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. Info 425-771-4030.

A Whisper in the Desert- 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 7: Join us for a evening with Brad Richter, National Finger-picking Champion at the Triton Union Building, Edmonds Community College, 20200 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Suggested donation: $3 adults/$2 children. Info 425-771-4030.

Parents’ Night Out- 6:30-10 p.m. Friday, April 14: An evening packed with fun activities including eating pizza, swimming and movies for the kids and an evening off for the parents to run errands, shop or paint the town. To be held at the Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. Ages 5-12. Cost: $15 resident/$17 non-resident. Info and required Pre-registration: 425-776-9173 or www.cityofmlt.com.

In the Company of Crows &Ravens- 7 p.m. Friday, April 14: Dr. Marzluff, UW Denman Professor of Sustainable Resource Sciences, focuses on the history of crows and ravens and the changing relationship with humans through the years. To be held at Cascade Crags, 2820 Rucker Ave., Everett. Info: 425-252-0926.

Edmonds Puget Sound Bird Fest- Friday-Saturday, May 12-13: This is a celebration of birds and nature with keynote speakers and authors Russell Link and John Hendrickson also guided walks, field trips and visits to certified Backyard Wildlife Sanctuaries. Info: www.pugetsoundbirdfest.com.

Saturday

3rd Annual Black History Conference- 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11: Focus will be “Reexamining the History Books: Uncovering and Discovering the Black Experience”. To be held at Seattle University, 901 12thAve, Seattle. Cost: $50/$25 60+ and students. Info and registration: www.aaahrp.org or history3@comcast.net.

Japanese Swordsmanship Seminar &Demonstration- 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18: Sensei Jonathan Bannister will offer a rare glimpse into the world of Japanese swordsmanship at the Aikido Heiwa, 6812 196th St. SWE “C”, Lynnwood. Cost: $50 pre-registration/ $60. Advanced and beginners students welcome. Info: 425-774-0915 or www.aikidoheiwa.com.

Total Experience Gospel Choir- 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25: In honor of Black History month come enjoy an evening of joy, love and enthusiasm from the Pacific Northwest’s finest soul ensemble at the First Baptist Church of Mountlake Terrace, 22800 56th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. Info: 425-778-2046.

53rd Annual Gem, Jewelry and Mineral Show- 10-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 &10-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26: See displays of crystals and minerals, gemstones, fossils and polished decorative stone artwork at the Washington National Guard Armory, 2730 Oakes Ave., Everett. Cost: Free.

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

Adult CPR &AED- 9-12 p.m. Saturday, March 4: This American Heart Association certified course teaches participants basic CPR, removal of foreign objects from airway and the Automated External Defibrillator. To be held at the Lynnwood Fire Department Station 15, 18818 44th Ave W, Lynnwood. Cost: $25. Info and registration: 425-771-4030 or www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us.

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

5th Annual Nordic Heritage Day- 10-4 p.m. Saturday, March 11: Demonstrations of Scandinavian crafts and food, music, dancing, genealogy and lunch items for sale at Bothell Sons of Norway, 23905 Bothell-Everett Hwy, Bothell. Cost: Free. Info: 206-633-4113.

Night on the Terrace Benefit Auction- 6-11 p.m. Saturday, March 25: Join us for an evening of music, appetizers and dancing at Mountlake Terrace High School Theatre, 21801 44th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. Admission: $15 Info: 471-3205 or www.MTHSBands.org.

Sunday

Silent Vigil for Peace of Snohomish County Women in Black- 12:20-1:30 p.m. every Sunday: All are welcome to join this ongoing silent vigil in which no literature is distributed and only signs of peace are displayed at Brackett’s Landing, Main St. and Railroad Ave., Edmonds. No pets please. Info: 425-775-5383.

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

AAA Child Car Seat Inspection-9-Noon Monday, Feb. 13: Have your child’s car seat inspected for proper fit and proper installation in your vehicle by Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians at AAA Office, 4100 Alderwood Mall Blvd #8, Lynnwood. Cost: Free. Info and required Appointments: 425-468-5939 or 800-562-2582 ext. 5939.

Weird Science Week- 9-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, April 3-7: Join us for some kitchen chemistry, bubble blowing contests and other wild and wacky science experiments. Ages: 3-12. To be held at the Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. Cost: $25 resident/$217 non-resident. Fee is per day. Info and required pre-registration: 425-776-9173 or www.cityofmlt.com.

Tuesday

Rotary Hispanic Center- 5-8 p.m. Tuesday &Thursdays at the New Beginnings Church 22222 58th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace.

Tuesday Afternoon Movie Group – 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21: Come watch “Ladies in Lavender” starring Judi Dench, and Maggie Smith at the Mountlake Terrace Senior House, 5605 235th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. Donations welcome, popcorn is free.

A Delicate Matter: Female Urinary Incontinence &Vaginal Relaxation Loss in Women- 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28: Dr Lau, urogynecologist and gynecologic surgeon, will talk about the symptoms, new developments in diagnosis and successful treatment options This seminar explores many treatment options at Stevens Hospital 21601 76th Ave W. Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info and required registration: 425-640-4066.

Misa Criolla- 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 14: Join us for this Spring Choir concert at Mountlake Terrace High School Theatre, 21801 44th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. Cost: Free. Info: 471-3205 or www.MTHSBands.org.

Infant/Child CPR- 4:30-10 p.m. Tuesday, April 4: Instructor Dave Belanger will teach this life saving procedure at the Kenmore Club House, 15036 70th Ave NE, Kenmore. Cost: $35. Register: 425-485-9797. Info: dbelanger@ns.seattleymca.org.

Wednesday

Pathways To Work Employment Support Class for Women- 9-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15-Thursday, March 2: Designed for women who have spent at least ten years as a homemaker not working outside the home and now find it necessary to earn a living. Held at the Snohomish County PUD, 807 Rainier, Snohomish. Info: 425-258-2766. Ext. 226.

Men’s Health Seminar- 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15: This informational seminar provided by Steven’s urologist will discuss the latest information on PSA testing, prostate cancer, benign prostate hyperplasia and erectile dysfunction male menopause) at Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave W. Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info and required registration: 425-640-4066.

Mill Creek Toastmasters Club- Noon-1 p.m. Wednesdays: Learn to speak confidently, develop your leadership, meet new friends and have fun. Held at the Mill Creek Country Club, 15500 Country Club Drive, Mill Creek. Info: 425-482-9529 or www.millcreektm.org.

Confidant Communicators Toastmasters Club- 7:15-8:45 p.m. every Wednesday: Held at the Holy Apostle Greek Orthodox Church, 195th &Ashworth N., Shoreline. Info: 425-337-3850 or 206-546-8467.

Become a Savvy Car Buyer- 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22: Kim Prater, a 25 year veteran in the auto industry, will walk you step-by-step through the important tips you need to know to have that competitive edge and to be a shrewd negotiator at Edmonds Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. Cost: $5. Info and required registration: 425-771-0230.

Tingstad and Rumbel- 7:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22: Join the 2003 Grammy award winning artists for an evening of acoustic oboe and guitar duets at Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds. Cost: $12/$10 seniors 60 + &students. Info and tickets: 425-771-0228.

AARP Driver Safety Program (55+) – 9-1 p.m. Wednesday &Thursday, Mar. 8-9: This class enhances mature driver’s skills to achieve safer driving. Participants may qualify for insurance discount. Held at Edmonds Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. Cost: $10. Info and required pre- registration: 425-771-0230.

Home Buyer’s Workshop- 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Mar. 29: Join Kim Prater of Unity Funding group for answers to questions about finance qualifying, FHA loans, zero-down programs and other questions and concerns about purchasing a home at Edmonds Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. Cost: $5. Info and registration: 425-771-0230.

Thursday

Picnic Point Treatment Facility Designs Open House- 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16: The Alderwood Water and Wastewater District is holding this meeting to update citizens and answer questions about the preliminary design for the Wastewater Treatment Facility. It will be held at the District’s Headquarters, 3626 156th St. SW., Lynnwood. Info: 425-743-4605 or www.urscorpseattle.com/awwd/.

First Aid Class- 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16: Instructor Dave Belanger will teach this class at the Kenmore Club House, 15036 70th Ave NE, Kenmore. Cost: $35. Register: 425-485-9797. Info: dbelanger@ns.seattleymca.org.

Living With and Without GERD Seminar- 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16: Learn more about a surgery that offers relief to Gastroesophgeal Reflux Disease sufferers at Stevens Hospital 21601 76th Ave W. Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info and required registration: 425-640-4066.

Create Wealth Through Real Estate- 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16: Dana VanHoose, Real Estate Investor, has created a step by step system to help beginning and experienced investors with their real estate methods. To be held at the Redmond Town Center Marriott, 7575 164th Ave. NE, Redmond. Cost: Free. Required registration: info@nwria.com or 425-498-2350.

MLT Seniors Day Trip- 9:30 am Thursday, Feb. 23: Angel of the Wind Casino is the destination. Leave form the Senior House, 5605 235th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. Cost: $6 Members/ $8 nonmembers. Info and required reservations: 425-672-2407.

Infant/Child CPR- 4:30-10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23: Instructor Dave Belanger will teach this life saving procedure at the Kenmore Club House, 15036 70th Ave NE, Kenmore. Cost: $35. Register: 425-485-9797. Info: dbelanger@ns.seattleymca.org.

Spring Band Concert- 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 2: Join us for this spring concert at Mountlake Terrace High School Theatre, 21801 44th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. Cost: Free. Info: 471-3205 or www.MTHSBands.org.

Family Fun Night- 7-9 p.m. Thursday, March 23: Turn off the TV and join us for an evening of good old fashion fun including swimming, arts &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.

First Aid Class- 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Mar. 16: Instructor Dave Belanger will teach this class at the Kenmore Club House, 15036 70th Ave NE, Kenmore. Cost: $35. Register: 425-485-9797. Info: dbelanger@ns.seattleymca.org.

Infant/Child CPR- 4:30-10 p.m. Thursday, Mar. 23: Instructor Dave Belanger will teach this life saving procedure at the Kenmore Club House, 15036 70th Ave NE, Kenmore. Cost: $35. Register: 425-485-9797. Info: dbelanger@ns.seattleymca.org.

Family Fun Night- 7-9 p.m. Thursday, April 27: Turn off the TV and join us for an evening of good old fashion fun including swimming, arts &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.