EGG HUNTS
Edmonds
The Edmonds Egg Hunt, hosted by the city’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, will be held at 10 a.m. April 7 at Edmonds City Park, Third Avenue South and Howell Way.
Kids can fill a basket and hunt for golden eggs to win special prizes. Separate age areas: up to 1 year old starts at 10 a.m. on the lower south lawn; ages 2-3 at 10:15 a.m. on the playground; and ages 4-10 at 10 a.m. on the playfield.
Bring your basket and a nonperishable food donation for the food bank.
Lynnwood
The Lynnwood Free Methodist Church hosts a Community Easter Egg Hunt at 2 p.m. April 7. Children ages 1-11 can hunt for more than 3,000 candy-filled eggs, lots of prizes and special grand prize drawings.
LFMC is at 6519 188th St. SW.
Mountlake Terrace
The Nile Shriners clowns invite kids to the annual Easter Egg Hunt at 11 a.m. April 7 at the Nile Shrine Golf Center, 6601 244th St. SW.
Meanwhile, Red Onion Burgers and a host of other sponsors lead off their events with an annual adults-only egg hunt at 8 p.m. April 6 at Evergreen Playfield, 22205 56th Ave. W.
At 10 a.m. April 7, the kids take over, also at the playfield. Kids up to age 11 can hunt for eggs, meet the Easter Bunny, get their faces painted and seek prizes.
Brier
Brier’s Traditional Egg Hunt, for kids ages 3-10, is set for 10 a.m. April 7, at Brier Park, 2903 228th St. SW. Staggered start times by age group. Thousands of eggs will be stuffed with candy and prizes.
Bring nonperishable food donations for the food bank.
More information is at 425-775-5440.
Mill Creek
Mill Creek Parks and Recreation’s Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt starts at 10:30 a.m. April 7 at the Heatherwood Middle School football field, 1419 Trillium Blvd. Rain or shine. Kids from 1 year old to fifth grade can enjoy face-painting, balloon animals, music and fun. The Easter Bunny will be there.
Bring a basket and a nonperishable food item for the food bank. Special prizes are hidden in some eggs as well as lots of candy. More information is at www.cityofmillcreek.com.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
You can read it, but can you eat it?
The Mountlake Terrace Library challenges children and adults alike to create a piece of edible art related to books: it can be a pun on a title, refer to a scene or character, look like a book or just have something to do with books. Whatever the inspiration, it must be entirely edible.
Prizes in the Edible Book Contest will be awarded in three age categories.
The fun will commence at 11 a.m. April 14 at the library, 23300 58th Ave. W. Not creating an entry? Arrive later, at noon, for viewing, voting and tasting. Entrants should bring a copy of the book they are honoring.
Be a superhero for St. Jude
OuterEdge Crossfit gym in Mill Creek plans its second annual St. Jude Challenge on April 14. People of all ages and fitness levels are invited to participate in a series of strength and conditioning exercises. Dressing as a superhero is encouraged for the event, but secret identities also are welcome.
Cost is $10, all of which goes to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. OuterEdge Crossfit is at 16000 Mill Creek Blvd., Suite 112. Call 425-357-1077 for more information.
Skandia hosts family dance for First Friday
• April 6: At the regular Skandia First Friday Dance, dancing begins at 8 p.m. with the Lilla Spelmanslag; followed by the Gammel Dansk from Vancouver at 8:30 p.m.
The dance is held at the Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave. W, Lynnwood. Cost is $10, $7 for members; kids are free. A family dance, including a pizza dinner, is held at 6 p.m. the same night. For more information, email publicity@skandia-folkdance.org, go to www.skandia-folkdance.org or call 206-784-7470.
SEMINARS AND EDUCATION
Natural yard care classes in Mill Creek
To find out how to have a sustainable yard and garden, the city of Mill Creek and Snohomish Conservation District are hosting a three-part natural yard care series in April.
The classes include: “Using Compost to Build Healthy Soils,” 7-8:30 p.m. April 4; “Gardening with a Purpose,” 7-8:30 p.m. April 11; and “Sustainable Landscape Design,” 7-8:30 p.m. April 18. All classes will be held at the Mill Creek Council Chamber, 15728 Main St. in Mill Creek. To register, email workshops@snohomishcd.org.
For more information, contact Stacy Aleksich, Snohomish Conservation District, at 425-335-5634, ext. 112.
Perennial power at Molbak’s
Molbak’s is located at 13625 NE 175th St., Woodinville. For more information, go to www.molbaks.com/events.html or call 425-483-5000.
• 10-11 a.m. April 7, “Top-Performing Perennials” with Glenn Withey and Charles Price, curators of The Dunn Gardens and designers of the Bellevue Botanical Garden’s NPA Perennial Border and Border Renovation Project
Savvy Traveler seminars in Edmonds
The Savvy Traveler is located 112 Fifth Ave. S, Edmonds. For more information, call 425-744-6076 or go to www.savvytraveleredmonds.com.
• April 7: “Egypt: Along Ancient Pathways,” 10 a.m.
• April 7: “Legendary Treasures of Jordan,” 1 p.m.
Rick Steves’ travel classes
Rick Steves’ Europe Through the Back Door is located at 130 Fourth Ave., Edmonds. Classes are free, but make reservations at www.ricksteves.com or call 425-771-8303 ext. 298.
• April 5: “Alpine Europe,” 6-7 p.m. at the Travel Center Classroom
• April 7: “Scandinavia,” noon-1:30 p.m. at the Travel Center Classroom
• April 7: “European Rail Skills,” 10-11:30 a.m. at the Edmonds Theater, 415 Main St.
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Trash talk at Lynnwood Library
Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W, hosts the school-age program, “Oh, Rubbish! The Story of Trash,” from 2:30-3:30 p.m. April 6.
Children’s librarian Susan Kirdahy discusses where our trash goes and also leads fun, simple activities to help shrink our share of the pile.
Teens: Create your own terrarium
A “DIY: Terrarium” class for teens will be held from 4-5:30 p.m. April 11 at the Edmonds Library, 650 Main St.
Create your own little ecosystem and repurpose glass jars and light bulbs at the same time. Terrariums are transparent enclosures containing small plants. They are easy to care for, decorative and fun. All supplies provided.
Space is limited; preregister at www.sno-isle.org.
Open Studio time for the Schack
Open Studio Night for Teens at the Schack Art Center, 2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett, is set for 6-8 p.m. April 12.
Admission is free. Tour and experience the Schack Art Center: Watch glass blowing demonstrations, meet and work with local artists, express yourself creatively and enjoy delicious refreshments.
More information is at www.schack.org.
SENIOR ACTIVITIES
Computer class for beginners
Learn how to use a mouse and other navigational skills at a free computer class 11 a.m.-noon. April 11 at the Brier Library, 23303 Brier Road. For the very beginner. Class size is limited. Pre-registration required; call 425-483-0888, ext. 3420.
Swedish/Edmonds community classes
For a complete list of community classes and support groups offered by Swedish/Edmonds, go to www.swedish.org or call 206-215-3338. Most classes require registration and are held at Swedish/Edmonds, fourth floor, 21601 76th Ave. W, Edmonds.
• “Chair Yoga,” 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays: An easy alternative to regular yoga for those who struggle with balance, arthritis, weight or need a little extra assistance. Fee: $12; first class is free. More info: 206-386-2502.
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