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Friday

Ten Free Flowering Trees- Tuesday, Jan. 31: The National Arbor Day Foundation will give each person who joins the foundation before Jan. 31- 2 White Flowering Dogwoods, 2 Flowering Crabapples, 2 Washington Hawthorns, 2 American Redbuds and 2 Kousa Dogwoods. Ten Free Flowering Trees, National Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE 68410. Cost: $10. Info: www.arborday.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

Purrfect Pals Volunteers Orientations- 10:30-Noon Saturday, Jan. 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.

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

Romantic Film Festival- Saturday, Feb 11: Come join us for 3 films- 11 a.m. “Lady and the Tramp; 1:45 p.m. Save the Last Dance; 3:30 p.m. The End of an Affair at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 23406 56th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. Admission &popcorn: Free. Children under 14 must have an adult present. Info: 425-778-6390.

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

Sunday

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

“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.

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

AARP Safe Driving Instruction/55 Alive- 1-5 p.m. Monday &Thursday, Feb. 6 &9: Must attend both classes for certification at the Mountlake Terrace Senior House, 5605 235th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. Cost: $10. Info and registration: 425-672-2407.

Defensive Driving Class- 10-2 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, Feb. 6 &7: Get an insurance discount after completing this review of basic driving rules, traffic hazards, road conditions and accident prevention at the WSU Extension, Evergreen Room, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Cost: $10. Info and required pre-registration:425-357-6002.

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

Bus Riding Tips- 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24: This class is designed to meet each person’s individual needs at the WSU Extension, Evergreen Room, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Cost: Free. Info and registration: 425-357-6002.

Free Cooking Classes for Adults – 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Tuesdays, Jan. 24 – Feb. 14. Parkwood Elementary School, 1815 N. 155th Street. Great ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner and healthy snacks, plus food demonstrations! Lunch will be provided for participants. Co-sponsored by Shoreline Readiness to Learn, Gidget Terpstra, Liaison, Hopelink, and Washington State University Extension Service. Call Gidget Terpstra to register: 206-368-4157 x1447.

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.

Sudden Urine Loss in Women Seminar- 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24: A Steven’s urologist will explain how a new 30-minute outpatient treatment will help restore your body’s natural ability to control urine loss at Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave W. Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info and required registration: 425-640-4066.

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.

Aging Eye Seminar- 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8: This presentation by Steven’s Ophthalmologists will discuss common problems that affect the aging eye, including: cataracts, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and dry eyes at Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave W. Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info and required registration: 425-640-4066.

Wednesday

Steady on Your Feet Course- 1:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18: This class includes recommendations for maintaining good balance and performing daily activities safely, home and community safety tips and community resources for staying fit at Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave W. Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info and required pre-registration: 425-640-4066.

Nutrition for Cancer Patients Course- 1:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8: This class focuses on the unique nutritional needs of cancer patients at Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave W. Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info and required pre-registration: 425-640-4066.

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.

Thursday

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity- 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19: Come participate in the first annual County-wide celebration with Rev. George Regas, the F.A.M.E. Choir and the Procession of Denominations at St. Mark’s Cathedral, 1245 10th Ave. E., Seattle. Cost: Free-will offering. Childcare available with reservation. Info: 206-525-1213 or www.thechurchcouncil.org.

Building Character in Your Child- 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 2, 9, 16 &23:This parenting series led by Jean Tracy, author of Back Talk Street, will provide you with the tools to instill positive self-discipline in your child and much more at the Family Support Center, 6330 195th St. SW, Lynnwood. Cost: Free. Childcare space is limited-call to reserve. Info and registration: 425-670-8984 ext 4#.

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.