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STAFF CHOICE: Celebrate Torah scroll

Join the Chabad Jewish Center of Snohomish County in welcoming a new Torah scroll. Dance in celebration as the handwritten scroll is placed in its new home, the Holy Ark in the synagogue. It takes more than a year to produce a Torah scroll — a scribe uses a feather and special blend of ink to write the five books of Moses on 54 pieces of parchment. The celebration begins at 4 p.m. May 2 at the Edmonds Conference Center, 201 Fourth Ave. N, Edmonds.

– Jocelyn Robinson, Enterprise news editor

EARTH DAY CELEBRATIONS

Celebrating Earth Month at EdCC

Edmonds Community College celebrates Earth Month with events focused on sustainability through May 15. The college is “committed to thinking, teaching and living green.”

Upcoming events:

• Film: “Food, Inc.,” 12:30-2:30 p.m. April 30, Meadowdale 124. See how our food is produced and distributed, then discuss healthy food choices with nutrition educator Leika Suzumura of PCC Natural Markets.

SEMINARS AND EDUCATION

Ikebana exhibition

The Ikenobo School in Mill Creek presents the 12th annual Ikebana Exhibition from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., May 2 at the Mill Creek City Hall Community Room, 15720 Main St., Mill Creek.

Yoshi Erickson will offer a lesson and demonstration of Japanese floral arrangements from 2-3 p.m.

For more information, call 425-745-1891.

Free travel classes at Rick Steves

Unless otherwise noted, classes are held at Rick Steves Europe Through the Back Door Travel Center, 130 Fourth Ave. N, Edmonds. Cost is free, but reservations are required: online at www.ricksteves.com or call 425-771-8303, ext. 298.

• London 6-7 p.m., April 29

Explore one of Europe’s most interesting and enjoyable cities from A to Z, including transportation tips; sightseeing suggestions; nightlife and theater pointers; dining options beyond bangers and mash; and how to find a comfortable budget hotel. You’ll also be whisked into the English countryside for a look at London’s best day trips.

• Bulgaria 10 – 11:30 a.m. May 1, Edmonds Theater, 415 Main St., Edmonds

Bulgaria is a land of intriguing contrasts where East flirts with West. You’ll marvel at Bulgaria’s beautiful and diverse topography from rustic mountain villages to rugged farmland to sleek seaside resorts and witness a custom blend of Ottoman, Orthodox and Soviet history. Along the way, you’ll meet many locals eager to share their unique experiences and folk history.

• Make Your Own Travel DVD noon – 1:30 p.m. May 1

Barb Bumgardner will show you how easy it is to create a multimedia travel DVD using your own digital photos, cool transitions and background music affordably using online sites. She will show several sample DVDs as she demonstrates the simple steps to make your own travel DVD.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Dance and music at Skandia

• May 7: Skandia First Friday Dance, Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave. W, Lynnwood. May features the return of the classiest band in Skandia, First Class, to play bygdedans, plus several gammaldans tunes for the beginners and oldsters. Larry Reinert and Elaine Mathies will begin at 7:30 p.m. teaching Bingsjö polska; then Peter Michaelsen will play his favorite hardingfele tunes for Norwegian dancing. When he tires out, First Class will take over for the rest of the evening. $10 (Skandia members, $7). Information: www.skandia-folkdance.org or 206- 784-7470.

• May 5-June 2: Skandia Folkdance Society basics class, Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N (upper building, Rm 2), Seattle. Judy Patterson and Jerry Walsh will teach the first class, and then Kathi Ploeger and Don Meyers will take over for the last four classes in the series. No partner or dance experience required. 7:30-9 p.m. Members, $25 per series; non-members, $35 per series. Minimum: eight participants.

Guest speaker for Edmonds Trout Unlimited

The Edmonds Chapter of Trout Unlimited will have a guest speaker, Gary Krein, owner/captain of All Star Fishing Charters, at the group’s next meeting. Krein will share some of the best places for lingcod fishing in Puget Sound, terminal gear that really works and insight for successful trips. The meeting starts with pizza, refreshments, prize raffle and fishing reports at 6:30 p.m., followed by Krein at 7 p.m., at the South County Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave., Edmonds. For more information, visit http://edmondschaptertroutunliminte.blogspot.com.

Wight’s Home and Garden’s free classes

• Designing with Silks Demo, all day Saturdays at the counter behind the Garden Center cashier counter. Watch nursery designers create beautiful holiday floral arrangements and wreaths. Bring your fabric swatches, paint samples and pictures to get a custom silk design.

• GO Pink! May 1 and 2. Join Wight’s in Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness. Get a pink ribbon with any purchase through April and bring in your ribbon during GO Pink Weekend and tie it to one item for 20 percent savings. Buy a $1 charity raffle ticket for the opportunity to win one of six prizes.

• Makeovers &Fashion Preview: Come see the latest in apparel with Judy Billings from Tribal Sportswear from 11 a.m. to noon, May 1. Watch as celebrity makeup artist Marilyn Young works her magic on three lucky ladies.

Exchange student speaks at Fabric of Life

Tinus Tuozie, an exchange student from Ghana attending Meadowdale High School, will hold an open dialogue about his West African country at Fabric of Life. The dialogue starts at 7 p.m., April 29 at the Fabric of Life boutique, 523 Main St., Edmonds.

The dialogue is an opportunity to learn more about West Africa as well as about Africa in general. Tuozie will share stories about his life in Africa. He comes from a small farming town called Jirapa in the Upper West Region of Ghana and was raised by his grandmother and uncle, while his mother worked in a local market selling food.

Plant some flowers for Mother’s Day

Edmonds in Bloom will host a booth at the Edmonds Family Market to welcome spring from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., May 8 at the Downtown Edmonds Farmers Market. Budding young gardeners will have the opportunity to plant containers with flowers as colorful living gifts for Mother’s Day. The cost is $8, which includes a $2 raffle for a hanging basket.

Lynnwood accepting scholarship applications

Applications are now being accepted by the Lynnwood Parks, Recreation &Cultural Arts Department for the Randy Terlicker Memorial Aquatics and Life Safety Scholarship.

Individuals, students and professionals who are interested in furthering their training and education in aquatics, life safety, or other related fields are encouraged to apply. Scholarships will be determined by the following selection criteria: a commitment to high standards of excellence, a desire to improve self and the community, letters of recommendation and completion of a written application.

Applications will be reviewed by a selection panel, and recipients will be announced in June. Deadline is May 15. To receive an application and brochure, contact the Lynnwood Recreation Center at 425-670-5732 or download from www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us/parks.

SENIOR ACTIVITIES

Stress management seminar for seniors

The Aging and Disability Services division of Snohomish County Human Services will host a seminar on stress management for senior citizens April 28.

The seminar, titled “Managing Mind, Mood and Stress,” will focus on challenging age myths and stressors while offering participants useful strategies to reduce stress and increase optimism during difficult times.

Kamilia Dunsky, MA, a geriatric mental-health specialist and program manager for Senior Services of Snohomish County, will conduct the seminar, which runs from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Compass Health Administrative Office’s Central Conference Room in Building 2, 4526 Federal Ave., Everett.

The event is free and open to the public. To reserve a space, contact Joyce Frasu at 425-788-7377.

Mill Creek Senior Center Bingo Bash

The Mill Creek Senior Center is having a May Day Bingo Bash from 3-5 p.m. on May 1 at the North Creek Retirement Community, 1907 201st Place SE, Bothell. The cost is $15 for 10 games and there will be prizes and refreshments.

The Mill Creek Senior Center develops and offers a variety of activities for seniors in Mill Creek and the surrounding communities. The Senior Office is located at the Annex Building next to Mill Creek City Hall at 15720 Main St., Mill Creek. The Senior Center provides health, educational, social and recreational services to seniors with the goal of maximizing their well-being and independence. Every season there is a newsletter showing a number of activities available to seniors. For a free spring newsletter for the months of April, May, and June, call the Senior Office at 425-948-7170.

South County Senior Center activities

Most events are held at the South County Senior Center located at 220 Railroad Ave., Edmonds, unless otherwise noted. Contact Janice DeShon at 425-774-5555 to register for events or for more information.

• Mother’s Day Lunch: Noon, May 6. Donation of $2.50. Sign up by April 30.

• South County Senior Center Community Breakfast: 8:30 a.m.-noon, May 7. Includes full menu of pancakes, strawberry compote, eggs &ham, biscuits and sausage gravy, orange juice, and unlimited coffee or tea. Sponsored by Prestige Care, Inc. The cost of the breakfast is $5.

• Angel of the Winds Casino Trip: 9:15 a.m.-4 p.m., May 3. Casino trips depart and return to the lower parking lot at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 630 Seventh Ave. N, Edmonds. Sign up early for the trip. The cost is $15 for SCSC members and $20 for non-members. Lunch is on your own.

• Parkinson’s Movement &Dance Group: 2-3 p.m. Thursdays, May 6-27. Use movement to stretch, strengthen and relax muscles and minds. Move, dance, talk, laugh, and even sing together. Based on a program developed by the Mark Morris Dance Group and Brooklyn Parkinson Group in New York. Come move and have fun. The cost of the class is $18 for members and $27 for non members.

• Yoga at South County Senior Center: 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays, May 4- 25. Join certified instructor Cindy Chartier for this senior-focused yoga class. Gentle yoga postures designed to stretch, strengthen, energize and relax. Breathing techniques will be introduced. Unite body/mind with awareness through guided meditation. Must be able to stand from a lying position on the floor. Wear comfortable clothing. Mats provided. The class fee is $35 for members and $40 for non members.

• Foot Care Services: 9-11:30 a.m. May 4. The South County Senior Center provides foot care by appointment for $10. The service includes foot soak, nail trim and massage. To schedule an appointment, call the South County Senior Center at 425-774-5555.

• Specialized Foot Care Clinic: 9 a.m.-noon, May 6. The South County Senior Center provides specialized treatment for medical problems including diabetes, arthritis, ingrown toenails or unique problems of the foot. Each 30 minute visit includes: assessment, foot soak, nail trim, massage and referrals, as needed. Services are provided by Connie Webster, a registered nurse.

• Affordable Haircuts for Seniors: 1-4 p.m., May 6. Haircuts for both men and women for $10. Call the South County Senior Center for an appointment at 425-774-5555.

• Free Legal Advice: 1-3 p.m., May 5. This free service is provided at the South County Senior Center by Michael Jacobs. Participants will be seen in order of sign-up.

SCSC Healthy Living Fair 2010

The South County Senior Center presents its 12th annual Healthy Living Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 30. The South County Senior Center is located at 220 Railroad Ave., Edmonds. The older-adult community and their families are encouraged to come and learn about traditional and non-traditional medical services, wellness products, housing alternatives, fitness and recreation and numerous local lifestyle-focused businesses. There will be more than 45 exhibitors who provide services to the 40-and-older market.