Calendar
Music on the Lake: Thur. 7/29, 7-8:30pm; North Cove Park,
Downtown L.S. Featuring "Ian
McFerin Band" (contemporary folk/blues).
Give Blood: Wed. 8/4, 11am-5pm (closed 1-1:45pm); Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 2111 117th Ave. NE, L.S. Give Blood, Get Cookies! Save a Life! All blood types needed. For info. and to sign up contact Howard Espeseth at 425-334-1894.
The Greatest Little
Festival in the World: Sat. 8/7; Snohomish Chalet, 1705 Terrace Ave.,
Snohomish. FREE for People with Different Abilities of all ages, their
caregivers and families. Included
will be a petting zoo, clowns, carnival games, model railroads, fun foods, face
painting, and lots of entertainment.
REUNIONS
Shoreline High School Class of 1970: Sat. 8/7, 1-6pm; Nile Country Club in Mountlake Terrace, at 205th and I-5. Catered picnic; (BYOB beer or wine.) Cost is $10 for alumni and $20 for guests. All payments are due by July 30. There will be no ticket sales at the door. Contact Carol Jarr at 425-778-8032 or Michelle Warner at mwarner7@hotmail.com.
Mountlake Terrace H.S. Class of 1980: October 15 and 16. Please call Laurie at 425-359-0230 for more information.
USS
Columbus CA-74/CG-12/SSN-762:
September 29 thru October 2; Best Western Albany Airport Inn. Please contact Allen R. Hope,
President, 3828 Hobson Rd., Fort Wayne, IN 46815-4505. 260-486-2221; Fax 260-492-9771; email
hope4391@verizon.net
KIDS
Fishing in the Cove: Every Wed. in July, 10-11am; the Cove downtown L.S. Sponsored by The L.S. Family Center and Greg's Custom Fishing Rods. For kids under 14. All the necessary equipment will be supplied. Beginners welcome.
Lamb of God Lutheran Church VBS - Egypt, Joseph's Journey from Prison to Palace: July 26-30, 9am-11:30am; Zion Lutheran School, 3923 103rd Ave. SE. FREE. Ages 3-12. 425-377-2173; secretary@lambofgod-lakestevens.org.
Machias Comm. Church
VBS: 8/2-6, 6:30-8:30pm; 1615
Virginia St., Snohomish. Ages
preschool thru 6th grade. For
info. call 425-334-1291.
L.S. Community Kids Choir: Sundays, 11am-12noon; Boys and Girls Club. For children kindergarten thru 7th grade. Contact Angela 425-334-5900.
AWANA Program: Weds., 6:30-8pm, Machias Community Church, one block West of the Machias Fire Station. For children 3 years old through 6th grade. For more info. call 425-334-1291.
Passport to
Adventure: Thru 9/11; Come and
explore Sno-Isle Libraries. Our
passport will include activities such as visiting other libraries and
discovering the many advantages our web site has to offer. Keep track of your progress with stamps
in your adventure passport journal.
Earn prizes and have fun.
Pick up your journals at the desk on or after June 19. Support by the Friends of the L.S.
Library.
All Plants need is Sun,
Dirt and Water: Wed. 7/28, 11am;
L.S. Library, 1804 Main St.
Participants will get their hands dirty planting some seeds. 425-334-1900.
All Plants need is Sun, Dirt and Water: Tue. 7/27, 11am; G.F. Library, 815 E. Galena St. Get your hands in some dirt and plant some seeds. Start growing your own plants and learn all about how they grow. For ages six and up.
Shark Zone: Tue. 8/3, 11am; G.F. Library, 815 E. Galena St. Enter the shark zone to discover how incredible these sharp-toothed ocean predators really are. Test your knowledge of shark facts, play the shark attack game, and make a scary shark project to wear home. For school-age children with caregivers.
Waves of
Color; tie-dye and marbled paper:
Thur. 8/12, 11:30am; G.F. Library, 815 E. Galena St. Try your hand at tie-dying and creating
marbled paper. Bring a plain
t-shirt to turn into colorful beach attire. Experiment with colors on the page. For teens. Registration required.
360-691-6087.
Stranded at Sea: Thur. 7/22, 11am; Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. If you were stranded at sea, could you survive? You'll have a chance to enter a trivia contest, where the finalists "advance" to an island. The more questions you can answer correctly, the greater your chances of survival (and winning a prize!) will be! For school-age children. 360-568-2898.
Wild & Watery Tales and Tunes: Sat. 7/24, 11am; Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. Storyteller and musician Karen Haas went fishing in the library and caught a boatload of wild and watery tales and tunes. Jump in and discover a wonderful world filled with cannon-balling penguins, daring sailors, talking fish and splish-splashing songs! For children age 3-11 and caregivers. 360-568-2898.
Enter
the Shark Zone: Thur. 7/29, 11am;
Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. Enter the shark zone to discover how
incredible these sharp-toothed ocean predators really are. Test your knowledge
of shark facts, play the shark attack game, and make a scary shark project to
wear home. For school-age children
with caregivers.
Imagination Station: Tues. thru 8/17, 2-4pm; Snohomish
Library, 311 Maple Ave. Exercise
your creativity. We'll have
everything you need each week to make a summer-y craft. All school-age children and caregivers
are welcome. 360-568-2898.
Baby Storytime: Mons. at 10am and 11am, Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. For babies through 18 months and caregivers. 360-568-2898.
Toddler Storytime: Tues. at 10:30am, Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. For ages 18 months to 3 years and caregivers. 360-568-2898.
Preschool Storytime: Weds. at 10am and 11am, Snohomish Library, 311 Maple Ave. For ages 3 to 5 years and caregivers. 360-568-2898.
Playgroup: Tues., 10am-12pm. Join a free playgroup for ages birth to five for outings and playtime. Call Schabahn Day 425-338-2246 or email lakestevensplaygroup@gmail.com.
Parent Power playgroup: Join now! Go to playgroup.meetup.com.
Youth Advisory Council:
Thurs. 3-4pm; Community Ctr. next to L.S. Library. Community service hours
available for participation. Call
Kirsten at 425-397-7433.
SENIORS
AARP Safe Driving: Two afternoons every other month, 12:45-5pm; L.S. Senior Center, 2302 Soper Hill Rd. Call 425-335-0345 for more info.
L.S. Senior Center Board:
1st and 3rd Mon., 9:30am. Lake
Stevens Senior Center. Anybody interested in the Senior Center is welcome to
attend. Info: 425-335-0345.
Pinochle: Mons. noon,
L.S. Senior Center. Gerry, 360-691-0341.
Exercise: Tuesdays, 9-9:50am; L.S. Senior Center. 425-335-0345.
Caregiver
Connection: 1st and 3rd
Tue., 1-2:30pm; Lake Stevens Senior Center.
Lions Club: 1st and 3rd Tue.,
6:30pm; L.S. Senior Center.
Scrabble: 4th Tue., 12:30pm; L.S. Senior Center. Beginners are welcome and all ages may join. Call Annette at 425-334-2878.
Needlework/Quilting: Every other Tue., (7/13), 10am; L.S. Senior Center. 425-335-0345.
Bunco: 2nd Tue., 1pm; L.S. Senior Center. 425-335-0345.
Kiwanis: 1st Wed., 6:30pm; L.S. Senior Center.
Knitting/Crochet: Weds., 9:30-10:30am; L.S. Senior Center. 425-335-0345.
Line Dancing: Weds., 10:30am-noon. L.S. Senior Center. 425-335-0345.
Art Class: Weds., 1-2:30pm. L.S. Senior Center. 425-335-0345.
Computer Class: Weds., 1pm; L.S. Senior Center. Call 425-335-0345 to sign up.
Bridge: Thurs., 12pm; L.S. Senior Center. A friendly group of players, come join us. 425-334-5385.
Card & Stamp-making
Class: Thurs., 9:30am. Learn to create unique greeting cards. Samples available
to view at the Center.
425-335-0345.
Jam Session: 1st and 3rd Thur., 7-9pm; L.S. Senior Center. 425-335-0345.
Foot Care: Every 6th Thursday, (8/19), 10:30-am-2pm; L.S. Senior Center. Call 425-335-0345 for more info.
Circle of Friends: A widow and widowers group. Call for time.
Senior Lunch: Fris., 11:30am; L.S. Senior Center, 2302 Soper Hill Rd. $3/members, $4/non-members. 425-335-0345.
Ballroom Dancing: Fris., 1pm; L.S. Senior Center. 425-335-0345.
Discussion Group: Fridays after Senior Lunch; L.S. Senior Center. 425-335-0345.
Bingo: Weds., 7pm, Early Bird .50 Bingo from 4-6pm; G.F. Senior Center, 302 So. Granite Ave. 360-691-7177 or 360-691-4297.
Senior Lunch: Thurs., noon, G.F. Senior Center, 302 So. Granite Ave. Penny Bingo to follow. Info: 360-691-7177 or 360-691-4297.
Senior Lunch and entertainment: 4th Tues., 11:15 am; Snohomish Senior Center, 506 4th St., Snohomish. $4/non-members, $3 for members. RSVP 360-568-0934.
Zumba Gold: Mons. and Weds., 9-10am and
5:30-6:30pm; Snohomish Senior Center, 506 4th St. A fusion of Latin and International
music and dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness
program. Zumba Gold is designed
for the active older adult, the true beginner, people who are not used to
exercising, or may be limited physically.
$5/members, $8/non-members.
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program: Low income older adults may apply for $40 in checks redeemable at authorized farmers markets in Sno. Co. Checks may be used to purchase locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables to help improve the nutrient intake of qualified older adults. Eligibility requirements include: age 60 or older (55+ if Native American), Washington State residency, and income lower than $1,670 per month for a one-person household or $2,246 for a two-person household. Checks will be distributed at the following locations on a first come, first serve basis. Senior Services of Sno. Co., 8225 44th Ave. W., Suite O, Mukilteo, Mondays 1-4pm; Everett Farmers Market, Everett Waterfront, Sundays July 11, 18 from 11am-3pm; Stocker Farms, 10622 Airport Way, Snohomish, Wednesday July 14 from 11am-1pm. For more info. call 425-347-1229.
Older Adult Outreach
Program: Good mental health
enables us to maintain a high quality of life that we can enjoy regardless of
our age. If you or your loved one
is a Snohomish County resident age 60 or older and would like information or
assistance in accessing mental health or chemical dependency services, please
contact Lillian at 425-290-1260 or 800-422-2024 or lgonzalez@sssc.org.
Senior Peer Counseling: Program offers emotional support to Snohomish County seniors who are struggling with life changes, losses or other issues. We help individuals 60 and older learn new ways to cope with life's stresses and improve well-being. If you or a loved one needs emotional support, there are people who care and will listen to your concerns. For more info. please call 425-290-1252. All program services are free of charge.
Senior Services of Snohomish County offers free presentations to senior groups in Sno. Co. outlining strategies for healthy aging, stress management, coping with life changes, and available community resources. For more info. contact Kamilia Dunsky at 425-290-1260 or email kdunsky@sssc.org.
Senior Wheels USA: Program makes available Power
Wheelchairs to Senior citizens and the permanently disabled at no cost to the
recipient, if they qualify.
Provided to those who can no longer walk safely, nor self-propel a
manual wheelchair, and who meet the additional guidelines of the program. Call toll free at 1-800-246-6010.
PARENTS
Teen MOPS: 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tue., 6:30pm; Smokey
Point Comm. Church, 17721 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington. Are you a young mom looking for a place
to fit in? For more info. call
Amanda 425-971-0493.
MOPS: 1st and 3rd Wed., 10:30-12pm, social time from 9:45-10:30am. Elim Lutheran Church, 11504 26th St. NE, next to LSHS. All moms with young children, age infant to kindergarten are welcome. Contact Carol 425-334-6231.
MOPS: 2nd and 4th Tue., 9:15am-11:15am, Snohomish Community Church, 13622 Dubuque Rd., Snohomish. Call 425-334-9181 or 360-653-6467.
La Leche League: 3rd Mon. 9:30 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 2501 Hoyt Ave. 2nd Thurs., 10am in the Nursery Room of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 7215 51st Ave NE, in Marysville. Lots of information and support for pregnant and nursing mothers as well as any woman interested in breastfeeding. Babies and children are always welcome. Info: 425-397-9757 or 360-658-7342.
LLL of Everett: 4th Mon., 12-1:30pm; Pregnancy Resource
Center, 4310 Hoyt Ave. The
Breastfeeding Café is geared towards moms with new babies or little ones who
need support breastfeeding or are seeking connection with other breastfeeding
mothers.
CLASSES
Babysitting Basics: Tues. 7/27-8/24, 6-7pm; L.S. Family
Center. For youth 11 and up. In this course the kids will learn how
to communicate effectively with children and parents, emergency procedures,
general care for those they are caring for "ages and stages". This will be fun and a great way for
them to take on more responsibility and expand their confidence. There is a suggested 5.00 donation.
425-397-7433.
Parenting Wisely: A series of classes in Granite Falls
facilitated by Sno. Co. Human Services.
These classes are designed to be a safe place to share and develop new
strategies and skills to make your family life easier. Please call 360-691-7499 to register.
Square Dance
Lessons: Sundays, 6-8pm; Edmonds
Masonic Hall, 515 Dayton.
Checkerboard Squares invite you to beginner or brush-up square dance
lessons. It's a great way to
exercise and have fun. First
lesson Free ($5 per person after that).
Come join the fun. Call
425-267-0775 or 206-949-0114.
Free First Aid and CPR: 2nd Sat., 9am-12pm (FA) and 1-4pm (CPR); SCFPD #22 Getchell, 8424 99th Ave. NE, Arlington. 360-659-6400.
CPR/First Aid: 4th Tue., 6-9:30pm. $35 fee includes infant, child and
adult CPR and Basic Fist Aid. Sign
up at Family Center or call 425-397-7433.
Is Judaism Relevant to
Modern Life?: Weds., 7:30pm at Chabad Jewish Center. Explore Jewish teachings,
traditions and issues faced in daily life. No cost, no reservations needed.
Info: 425-353-7377 or email rabbi@snojewish.org.
HEALTH
Pregnancy Aid of Snohomish County: Wed., 8:30am-4:30am. WIC has a clinic in Granite Falls at the Community Bible Church, 401 Wabash. Info: 360-435-3735.
Breast Cancer Patient Support: trained survivors offering free emotional support to the newly diagnosed, enhancing emotional recovery while going through treatments. Will attend consultations, chemotherapy and radiation appointments. Our volunteers will help you to wellness by being a role model, helping you to have quality of life at this critical time. We have volunteers in your community. Visit www.angelcarefoundation.org to learn more about us. For assistance call Angel Care at 206-417-3484 or email angelcare@angelcarefoundation.org.
Weight Loss: Mons., 6:45pm. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) offers help at Ebenezer Lutheran Church's Fireside Room, 117th Ave. and 22nd NE in Lake Stevens. Info: Judy, 425-252-9405.
Free Mammograms: Free
mammograms and yearly health screenings for women with limited resources. Call
Positive Women's Network toll-free at 1-888-651-8931.
COMMUNITY
Outdoor
Movie Night: Last Friday in July
and August; Sisco Heights Comm. Church,
15029 McElroy Rd., Arlington, 98223. Come enjoy a fun free Friday night out. Bring your blanket and enjoy the
beautiful grounds and fun atmosphere.
Impact Christian Church
is assisting people in the Lake Stevens community with a free service. A trailer is available to the community
for moving in the local area. With the down-turn of the economy many families
are being forced to change houses in an effort to survive on their income. When a family is forced to move for
financial reasons one of the expenses is renting a vehicle for moving. Impact Christian Church realizes the difficulty
of budgeting a move and is offering a moving trailer free of charge within the
greater Lake Stevens area. Call
the offices of Impact Christian Church at 425-345-6457 to apply by phone. Please know that the demand is high for
this service and is on a first come, first serve basis.
Operation Hand-Me-Downs:
For Teen Moms in partnership with the L.S. Family Center is currently accepting
donations for local teen moms. We
are looking for maternity clothes, baby clothes and any baby items that can be
recycled and used again. Drop off
Mon.-Thur. 9am-5pm at the Family Center 1803 123rd Dr. NE. Volunteers for sorting, distributing,
and facilitating birthing and prenatal classes are always welcomed! For more info. call Anita 425-335-5464
or Kathleen 425-397-7433.
The Spanish Newspaper called, "La Raza" is now available in the lobby of the Granite Falls Library. Free publication.
DSHS Outreach: A DSHS outreach worker is available every Tues. at the Family Center (behind the L.S. Library) from 10am-4pm. Persons in need of food stamps, medical benefits, or other forms of state assistance are invited to schedule a 1-hour appointment. 425-397-7433.
DSHS Outreach: A DSHS outreach worker is avail. Every 3rd Thur. from 1-4:30pm at the G.F. Resource Center, 202 S. Granite. Persons in need of food stamps, medical benefits, or other forms of state assistance can call for an appt., 360-691-1121.
Catholic Refugee and Immigration Services has begun providing a range of legal immigration services for immigrants, refugees and their families living in Snohomish, San Juan and Island counties. For info. visit www.ccsww.org/CRIS.
Open Mic Lives!: Fris., 7:30pm; Tim Noah's Thumbnail
Theater, 1211 - 4th St., Snohomish.
By donation only. Enjoy as
an audience member or share a couple songs. A weekly featured performer will also be announced at
myspace.com/openmiclivesinsnohomish.
Contact Cyndi Soup or Tim Noah, 360-568-9412, cyndielliott@mac.com,
tim@timnoah.com.
Northwest Center Donation
Drop Off: You can now drop off your re-usable clothing and household items at
your local neighborhood donation station.
Visit us at Market Place Albertson's, 303 91st Ave. NE. Look for "The Big Blue Truck"
in the parking lot. Open weekends,
Sat. and Sun. 9am-5pm. Donations
are tax deductible and support Northwest Center, www.nwcenter.org,
800-992-2060.
Talk Time: Tues., 10-11:30am; 1st Baptist Church
in downtown L.S. Free conversation
group for Hispanic members of the community who wish to improve their English
language skills. Free childcare.
Please call to register, L.S. Family Center 425-397-7433.
Voices Northwest: Mons., 7-9:30pm; Trinity Episcopal Church, 2301 Hoyt, Evt. Sweet Adelines, a Women's barbershop group. We welcome new singers. For more info. call 425-334-2335 or www.voicesnorthwest.org.
Village Music and Art's Music Jam Sessions: Fris., 1-3pm, 338 North McLeod, Arlington. Featuring live music by Jon Dalgarn and Voices of the Village. Bring your own instrument or use ours. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Contact Michelle at 360-653-7752 ext. 14 for more info.
Northwest Scottish Fiddlers: 2nd Sun.; locations change monthly. Meetings include jams, potluck, and tunes taught by the renowned Scottish Fiddler, Calum McKinnon. All stringed instruments and piano players welcome - all ages! Details at www.nwscottishfiddlers.org, or call 425-670-9084.
Old Time & Country Music Assoc.: 2nd and 4th Fri., 6:30-9:30pm; EHA Baker Hi-Rise, 1401 Poplar St., Evt. Welcome to Jam Nights.
Old Time Fiddlers: 2nd and 4th Fri.; Sisco Heights Comm. Club, 13527 99th Ave. NE, Arlington. Celtic jam, 5pm; workshop, 6pm; circle jam, 7pm; stage show 8:30-9:30pm. Music, jamming and snacks throughout the evening. Free family entertainment; listeners and acoustic musicians of all ages (and their instruments) welcome! Contact Noel, 360-691-5907 or Noelula@aol.com.
Going out of the Country?: Come apply at L.S. Police Dept. for your new or updated passport. Mon.-Fri. 9am-5:30pm; Sat. 10am-5pm. 2211 Grade Rd. L.S., 425-334-9537.
Sanctuary Ministries' Community Clothing Closet: Thurs., 10:30am-1:30pm, corner of Hwy. 92 and 75th St. NE, between L.S. and G.F. Distributing free clothing, both new and gently used. No requirements, open to everyone. Visit www.sanctuaryministriesnw.com or call 360-386-9871 for more details.
The Lake Stevens Community Food Bank is open for food distribution Thurs. from 1:30 pm to 6pm. The Food Bank is located at 2111 117th Avenue NE. Info: 425-334-3430.
Soup Kitchen in Granite
Falls: Mons., 6-7:30pm, Granite Falls Bible Baptist Church, 509 S. Granite Ave.
Open to everyone and anyone in need.
Community Supper: Thurs., 5-6:30pm. Come to a free supper where community groups serve community members. Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 117th and 22nd St., L.S. Info: 425-334-0421 or supper@ebenezerlakestevens.org.
Bingo: Weds., 7pm, Early Bird .50 Bingo from 4-6pm; Granite Falls Senior Center, 302 So. Granite Ave. Info: 360-691-7177 or 360-691-4297.
.50 Bingo: Sat. 5/15 and 5/29, noon-7pm; jet ski
raffle on 5/15. G.F. Senior
Center, 302 So. Granite Ave.
360-691-7177 or 360-691-4297.
Grange Meal: Fris. at noon; So. Lake Stevens Grange. $5 donation. Everyone is invited.
Norwegian Pancake
Breakfast: 3rd Sat., 7:30-11am;
Ebenezer Lutheran, 2111 117th Ave. NE, L.S. $5 per person, children under 4 free.
Pancake Breakfast: 3rd Sat., 8-10:30am; East County Senior
Center, 276 Sky River Parkway, Monroe.
Adults $4, 12 and under $2.75.
MEETINGS
Sharing Wheels: 1st Mon., 6:30 pm. This non-profit organization dedicated to "connecting used bikes to people who need wheels" invites anyone interested to attend the monthly public meetings. PUD headquarters, 2320 California St., Everett. Info: 425-252-6952 or www.sharingwheels.org.
Lake Stevens Senior Center Board: 1st and 3rd Mon., 9:30am. Lake Stevens Senior Center. Anybody interested in the Senior Center is welcome to attend. Info: 425-335-0345.
Providence Hospice &
Home Care of Snohomish County:
Family/Friend Caregiver support groups, 1st and 3rd Mon., 6:30pm-8:00pm,
at Providence, Mt. Saint Helen's Room. No charge. Call 425-261-4807 for info. and to register.
Lake Stevens Chamber of Commerce: 2nd Mon., 11:30 am. Meetings are held at the LS School District's Educational Service Center Community Room. Catered lunch, $15 - open to the public.
Snohomish Garden Club: 2nd Mon., 7pm; Snohomish High School cafeteria, 1316 5th St. The mission of the Snohomish Garden Club is to stimulate knowledge and love of gardening, to aid in the protection of native trees, plants and birds, and to encourage civic planting. For more info. go to www.snohomishgardenclub.com.
Lake Stevens City Council: 2nd and 4th Mon., 7pm at the LSSD Adm. Bldg.
Granite Falls Community Coalition: 1st Tue., 8:30am; Robyn's Nest. Everyone is welcome, we love to see new faces join us as we work for a safe, healthy, and drug-free community. Call 360-283-4407.
Unpaid Family Caregiver
Support Group: 1st and 3rd Tue.,
1-2:30pm; L.S. Senior Center, 2302 Soper Hill Rd.
American Legion Post 125: 1st & 3rd Tue., 7pm. Granite Falls American Legion Hall, 301 Granite Avenue. Info: Chuck Smith, 360-691-5826.
Lions: 1st and 3rd Tues.,
7pm. The Lions Club meets for dinner at L.S. Senior Center, 2302 Soper Hill
Rd.
Friends of the Lake Stevens Library: 2nd Tue., 7pm; Historical Society meeting room (next door to library). This organization raises funds for enhanced programming of our local library. The meeting is open to all interested parties.
Grandparents and other Relatives as Parents: 2nd Tue., free dinner at 5:30/support group 6-7:30pm; L.S.Boys & Girls Club, 1609 E. Lakeshore Dr. Lake Stevens' Kinship Caregivers support group provides easy access to resources, support services and peer-to-peer support. Caregivers and their children come together once a month to connect, hear guest speakers, access resources and share the challenges and joys of parenting the second time around. Dinner and childcare is provided at no cost to participants. For more info. call Amy at 425-670-8984 x12.
Parent Support Groups: 2nd Tue., 6:30-8pm; Word of Life Lutheran Brethren Church, 9028 51st Ave. NE, Marysville. For parents of kids/youth with emotional, behavioral and mental health needs. Call T.R.I.P. (Training Resources in Partnership) - 877-819-3101 or visit www.trip-ns.com for more info. and other locations and times.
Snohomish County RESULTS: 2nd Tue., 7pm; Snohomish Public Library, 311 Maple Ave., Snohomish. RESULTS is a grassroots citizen group that is creating the political will to end global hunger and the worst aspects of poverty through lobbying members of Congress and informing the media on issues of global health, universal education and microcredit. For more info. contact Teresa Rugg at 360-862-9034 or email twrugg@verizon.net.
Everettes RV & Trailer Club: 4th Tue., 7pm; Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 7215 51st Ave., Marysville. We welcome all those interested in fun family camping and outdoor activities. Please call for a free brochure. 425-334-2919; everetgtestrailerrv.org.
Kiwanis: 1st Wed., 6:30pm, The Lake Stevens Kiwanis Club meets at the L.S. Senior Center, 2302 Soper Hill Rd. Info: 425-334-7171.
Networking: Weds., 7-8:30am. The Power Partners of Snohomish County has a networking group meeting in the banquet room of Collector's Choice, 120 Glen Ave. in Snohomish. Info: 425-334-3451.
Letip International Business Organization: Weds., 11:30am-1pm; Shawn O'Donnell's Restaurant, 122 128th St. SE. Info: www.washingtonletip.com or 425-706-5626.
Lake Stevens Downtown Business Association: 1st Wed., 8am. Meetings are held at the Buzz Inn, downtown L.S.
Challenge Our Children parent group: 1st Wed., 7pm; Educational Service Center, 12309 22nd St. NE, L.S. For parents of highly capable, honors and AP students. Email hicapkids@gmail.com with questions and/or to get on an e-mail list for CoC info.
Sno-Isle Genealogical Society: 1st Wed., 7pm. Mountlake Terrace Public Library, 23300 58th Ave. West. Visitors are welcome. Info: 425-776-8722.
Lake Stevens Book
Group: 2nd Wed. 7pm; L.S. Library,
1804 Main St. Join the July discussion of "Last Town on Earth" by
Thomas Mullen.
Domestic Violence Services: 2nd Wed., 1-4pm; Granite Falls Resource Center, 202 S. Granite Ave. If you need assistance with emergency shelter, legal issues, support groups, or domestic violence education, please call 360-691-1121 for an appt.
Granite Falls City Council: 2nd and 4th Wed., 7 pm.
Granite Falls Chamber of Commerce: 3rd Wed., 8:30am. The Village, 302 N. Alder, across from the Granite Falls Middle School. The meeting is open to all business owners and others interested in the development of Granite Falls.
NARFE(National Assoc. of Active and Retired Federal Employees) Everett Chapter 193: 3rd Wed.,(except for June, July and August) lunch 11:30am, meetings 12:30pm; Evergreen Lanes' Conference Room, 5111 Claremont Way, Evt. Monthly evening social meetings are held to accommodate currently employed and retired members and prospective members.
Support group for parents
of kids with problems: Every
Thur., 7-9:30pm; Zion Lutheran Church, 4634 S. Alger Ave. Got a kid who's drinking, using drugs,
skipping school, or worse? Come
talk to other parents who have faced or are facing the same problems. Hear concrete ideas for dealing with
kids' behaviors and saving your sanity.
Call 1-888-468-2620 or check www.cpsn.org for more info. Confidential and free.
Toastmasters - Everett Pacesetters #117: Thurs., 7-8:30pm Washington Oaks, 3rd floor, 1717 Rockefeller. Contact 425-339-9091. For more information visit our website at www.everettpacesetters.org.
The Lake Stevens Business Network: Thurs., 11:30am-1pm; La Hacienda. A local group of business professionals dedicated to the common good for our members and the community. Contact Diana Jackson at 425-397-6019.
Networking - By Agents, For Agents: Thurs., 5-7pm; Hawkeyes at Frontier Village, 1002 Vernon Rd. Network with Real Estate Professionals in the industry and build on the business you've already created. Come and improve your sphere by developing new business relationships and strengthening the ones you already have. Bring your business cards, flyers, brochures and anything you use to market your business. 360-653-1884.
The Snohomish County Republican Women's Club: 2nd Thursday of the Month from September through June at 11AM at Shawn O'Donnell's Restaurant on 122-128th St S.E., Everett. For more info call (425)259-2735.
American Legion Post 181:
2nd and 4th Thurs., 7pm at the Community Center. For more info. call Tom at
425-314-5865.
Evergreen Republican
Women's Club: 3rd Thur., 6:30pm;
Shawn O'Donnell's Rest., 122 128th St. SE. Call 425-397-9536 or
evergreenrepublicanwomen@yahoo.com.
Snohomish Women's Aglow: 3rd Thur., 7pm, Woodlake Apts. Clubhouse, 1120 13th St., Snohomish. Open to the public. Info: Nancy Nelson, 360-668-7525.
Everett Steelhead and
Salmon Club - Puget Sound Anglers:
3rd Thur., 6:30pm; Firefighters Hall, 2411 Hewitt Ave., Evt. Visit www.esscwa.com for info. Let's talk fishing! Visitors welcome.
Boeing Retirees Group (Bluebells): 4th Thurs. at Boeing Everett Activity Center. Dedicated to providing opportunities to volunteer our time and experience to enhance our own lives and improve quality of life in the community. Activities include volunteer opportunities, informative speakers and social events. For information www.Bluebills.org or call 425-717-3755.
The Lake Stevens Rotary
Club: Fris., 7:30am, meets at the Lake Stevens School District
Administration Building, 12212
22nd St.
Cascade Horse Club: 2nd & 4th Fri., 7:30pm. Cascade Horse Club, a chapter of the Back Country Horsemen of Washington, meets at the Senior Center in downtown Lake Stevens. New members and visitors welcome. Info: Barbara, 425-334-6010.
Puget Sound Singles: Sats., 9am; Iron Horse Casino, 7903 Evergreen Way. A group of 45+ singles who have a variety of interests to share with others and a desire to make new friends. 425-745-2250.
DAC Chapter: 2nd Sat., 10am, The Pilchuck Chapter of Daughters of American Colonists meets. Info: 360-435-3298.
WA Council of Blind: 2nd Sat., 2-4pm, Patty's Egg Nest, 6720 Evergreen Way, Everett. Support group meeting for the visually impaired or legally blind. For info. contact John Commons, 425-335-4031.
Masonic/Damascas Lodge of G.F.: 2nd Sat., 7-10am. Scholarship breakfast meeting. Call Frank Pasco at 360-653-1126.
Thelma Lodge #26, Daughters
of Norway: 3rd Sat., 10am;
Normanna Lodge 2725 Oakes, Evt. Guests are welcome. Membership is open to women over age 13
of Scandinavian descent.
Quilcedar carvers: 4th Sat., 9am-2pm; Jennings Park, 6915 Armar Rd., Msvl. Carving classes from 9am-noon, potluck lunch followed by business.
Hispanic Student & Family Support for Lake Stevens School District: Call Laura at 425-232-4186 for more information.
Cancer: A women's cancer support group meets in Snohomish. Info: 425-334-5249 or Diana at 360-568-6429.
Cancer: 1st Tue., 6:30pm. The "Transitions" cancer support group meets monthly in the Valley General Hospital library. Info: 360-794-1411.
Post Polio Support Group:
2nd Sat., 1-3pm: Providence Medical Center, Everett. Info: 425-488-0219.
Life Support Groups: Sun., 5-8:30pm. Dinner included. Hope, Health and Healing. 12-step groups promote recovery from many of life's problems. Marysville First Assembly, 4705 Grove St., 360-659-2276.
Grieving Families of Addicted Angels: A grief support group for those who have lost a loved one to addiction. Meet 2nd and 4th Tues. 7-8:30pm at Calvary Chapel, 19504 24th Ave. West, Lynnwood. Info: 425-737-7824.
Youth Substance Abuse/Violence Prevention Coalition: 1st Mon., 3rd Thurs., 5pm. Lake Stevens School District ESC, Room B.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Suns., 10am. Granite Falls open meeting of "Sober on Sunday" at the Senior Center, 302 S. Granite Ave. Info: 360-691-5935.
Alateen: Mons., 7:30-9pm; L.S. First Baptist Church, 1702 Main St. All teenage (ages 11-19) relatives and friends of Alcoholics welcome. 425-238-7732.
Alateen: Mons., 7:30-9pm. Serenity Seekers Alateen. Everett Free Methodist Church, 9506 7th Ave SE Everett 98208. Info: 425-238-7732.
Narcotics Anonymous: Mons., 8pm. Need support? We do! Meetings held at Word of Life Church, 9026 51st Ave. NE., Rm. 206, Marysville.
Al-Anon: Mons., 7:30pm, Lake Stevens First Baptist Church, Main St. All friends and family members are welcome to attend. Info: 425-238-7732.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Mons., Fris. & Sats. Support group meets in Lake Stevens. Call 425-252-2525 for info.
Al-Anon: Thurs. 7-8:30pm. Calvary Chapel on Hwy. 9 in Lake Stevens. Info: Kelly, 425-345-2743.
Al-Anon: Sats. 10:30-noon. Lake Stevens First Baptist Church, 1702 Main St. All friends and family of Alcoholics are welcome to attend. Info: 425-238-7732.
Celebrate Recovery: Sats. 6:30-8pm, refreshments served at
6:15; The Crossroads @ Lake Stevens, intersection of 20th SE and So. Lake
Stevens Rd. A Christ-centered 12-Step
program, with its principles based on the eight Beatitudes.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteer
helpers, clowns, jugglers, unicyclists, stilt-walkers, roller-skaters, are
invited to participate in The Greatest Little Festival in the World, Sat. 8/7
at Snohomish Chalet, 1705 Terrace Ave., Snohomish. FREE for People with
Different Abilities of all ages, their caregivers and families. Included will be a petting zoo, clowns,
carnival games, model railroads, fun foods, face painting, and lots of
entertainment. To participate phone Lynn Neff at 360-568-2168 or email
activities@deltarehabsno.com for more info.
Your Community Food Bank needs volunteers to pick up food at the local stores. Every morning from 8:00-10:00am our truck picks up and brings the donated food to the food bank. We need men to man the truck one day a week. Our need now is on Mondays and Wednesdays. We also need some substitute help during the summer for vacations or sickness. If you can help, please call Lee at 425-334-4524 or Jim at 425-422-6962.
Forest Service Volunteers
Needed: The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie
National Forest needs volunteers to teach visitors about the natural and
historic beauty of the Monte Cristo area this summer. Stewards assist in taking care of cabins, camp
areas,information boards,registration boxes and trails. Training is 8:30am-noon at the Verlot
Public Service Center. Contact
Matt Riggen at Darrington Ranger District at 360-436-2333 or email
mriggen@fs.fed.us.
Help low income seniors
by volunteering to transport them from their homes to appointments and then
bring them home again. You will be
reimbursed 48.5 cents per mile.
Since this is a reimbursement you will not be taxed. You can even be on unemployment and
receive mileage reimbursement. You
must possess a valid driver's license, show proof of current insurance, pass a
WSP background check as well as provide three personal references, and your
vehicle must pass a safety inspection.
You need to like people, be on time, be reliable and like to drive. If you are interested contact
DebraBo@ccsww.org or Debra at 425-257-2111, ext. 3323.
Providence Hospice &
Home Care of Sno. Co. is looking for a volunteer barber, licensed in the state
of Washington, who is willing to donate his or her time to make house calls to
provide hospice patients (men and women) with haircuts. Frequency may be 1-2 patients/month. We have a volunteer barber in the north
end of Sno. Co., but we could use someone to cover the southern part of the
county. If you are interested
please call Joanie Hemm, Volunteer Services, at 425-261-4815 or
Joan.Hemm@Providence.org.
Are you retired? - Looking for something to do four hours a week? - Just need to get out of the house once a week and do something different? Well then, Providence Hospice & Home Care of Snohomish County has a volunteer opportunity for you. We are looking for someone to fill in for our receptionist at the front desk once a week - you choose the time and day. A good command of the English language, a friendly, helpful personality and receptionist or telephone answering experience is preferred. Your tasks will be to answer and transfer calls, and greet visitors as they arrive at the agency. We ask for a minimum year-long commitment. If you are interested please call Joanie Hemm, Volunteer Services, at 425-261-4815 or Joan.Hemm@Providence.org.
Calling all horse lovers! The Equine Rescue Association, which cares for thirty abandoned and abused horses needs your help. Can you write grants, help with fundraising, donate shavings or feed, clean stalls or groom horses? Visit us at 2415 116th St. NE, Marysville, WA 98271 or call 360-658-5494 or 425-367-3423.
The Retired and Senior
Volunteer Program (RSVP), sponsored by Catholic Comm. Services, seeks persons
55 and over for many interesting and meaningful volunteer opportunities in the
community. Volunteers receive free
supplemental liability, accident and automobile insurance coverage while
performing their volunteer duties along with an ongoing personal recognition
program and the chance to meet new people and learn new skills. For more info. please email John
McAlpine at johnm@ccsww.org or call 425-257-2111 x3374 or toll free at
1-888-240-8572.
Compassionate Volunteers
Needed: A free information session
to review the volunteer opportunities at Providence Hospice and Home Care is
scheduled for Wed. August 18, 6-8pm in downtown Everett. To register and to get driving/parking
information call 425-261-4815 by August 16.
Volunteers needed to
assist vulnerable adults:
Vulnerable adults living in
nursing homes, assisted living facilities and adult family homes
throughout Sno. Co. are in need of community help. More than 2,500 such residents lack a volunteer ombudsman,
who serves as an advocate, educator, investigator and problem solver on their
behalf. Volunteer ombudsmen come from all walks of life,
various age groups and educational
levels. The common thread
is a passion for older adults and persons with disabilities. The Sno. Co. Long Term Care Ombudsman
Program will offer a four-day training session on September 21, 22, 28, and 29
for new volunteer ombudsmen. Once
certified, volunteers are asked to spend an average of four hours a week on
their ombudsman duties. Expenses
such as mileage are reimbursable.
The Sno. Co. Long Term Care Ombudsman Program is part of a statewide
program that protects residents and works with residents and their families to
achieve high quality and compassionate care. For more info. contact Michal Glauner at 425-388-7393 or
michal.glauner@snoco.org.
Village Comm. Services is
recruiting volunteers to sit on its board of directors. The nonprofit agency is looking for
volunteers who passionately believe in the rights, talents, and potential of
people with disabilities, and want to work toward their full inclusion in the
workforce and community life.
Village Comm. Services' board of directors take a leadership role in: 1)
setting the vision and policies that govern VCS's services to people with
disabilities; 2) informing the community about the skills and abilities people
with disabilities have to offer; 3) advising the agency based on individual
expertise and experience; 4) ensuring the
financial health of VCS through stewardship, legislative advocacy, and
friend-raising. The board meets
the last Tue. of the month at 6:30pm.
Please contact Michelle Dietz-Date at 360-653-7752 ext. 14 or
resource@villagecommunitysvcs.org.
Deaconess Children's Services is seeking volunteers to work in several programs that serve a range of special-needs populations. We need volunteers that can help with our children's programs in Everett and Marysville. The main requirement is a desire to make positive changes in a child's life as well as our agency as a whole. Training provided. For more info. contact Stacey Pfeiffer at 425-259-0146 ext. 101 or email her at spfeiffer@deaconesschildren.org.
Senior Peer Counseling of Senior Services of Snohomish County is looking for volunteers age 55 years and older to provide individual counseling to seniors who are isolated and having trouble coping with life transitions. No previous counseling experience is necessary. Senior Peer Counseling will provide volunteer counselor training, supervision, and partial mileage reimbursement. Join us and learn how to use your life experience to help others find hope, and solutions to life's challenges! Bi-lingual volunteers are welcome. For info. contact Ruth Holsinger at 425-290-1252 or rholsinger@sssc.org.
Providence Hospice &
Home Care of Snohomish County offers notary services at no charge to hospice
patients in their homes and in-care facilities throughout the county. We have volunteer notaries in all
reaches of the county, but we especially have the need for volunteer notaries
in south Snohomish County. A valid
notary license, valid driver's license and auto insurance, and current TB tests
are required. Notary volunteers
are called upon approximately 3-5 times a year. Please call 425-261-4815 if you would like to join us as a
notary volunteer.
Stitches From The Heart needs volunteers to knit, crochet or quilt blankets, little sweaters and hats for babies in need. These items are donated to hospitals all over the country. Patterns available. Donated yarn appreciated for our seniors. Toll free 877-985-9212 or email us at StitchFromHeart@aol.com. Our web site is www.StitchesFromTheHeart.org.
Angel Care Breast Care Foundation is looking for volunteers. Volunteers must be breast cancer survivors who are at least one year past the end of their treatments. Requirements are that you have your own transportation, have good communication and interpersonal skills, use email, and can commit to attending twice-yearly training sessions. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, call 206-417-3484 or email angelcare@angelcarefoundation.org.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors Helpline is seeking new volunteers in Snohomish County to help offer up-to-date information on Medicare, private insurance, public programs, prescription assistance, and other topics. Volunteers can answer questions, make referrals, help evaluate and compare policies, give presentations, outreach to the communities with posters and brochures and more. Volunteers will be provided with up to 30 hours of initial training and attend monthly update meetings to stay informed. Anyone interested in becoming a SHIBA HelpLine volunteer can get an application by calling Rochelle Salsman at 425-514-3183 or by visiting our office at 8221 44th Ave. W., Mukilteo; www.insurance.wa.gov/consumers/shiba/default.asp
Snohomish County Center for Battered Women has numerous volunteer opportunities available for individuals, families or groups. The organization assists domestic violence victims and their children by providing a wide range of services. Visit our website snococbw.org/volunteer.htm, call 425-259-2827, ext. 12 or e-mail antigone@snococbw.org for more information.
Would you like to read with kids? Two Granite Falls elementary schools need you to read to/with children. Flexible scheduling. Contact Caitlin at 360-283-4522 or cbowers@gfalls.wednet.edu.
Foster Parents are urgently needed! Catholic Community Services in Everett is seeking families of diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds to be licensed to provide either long term or short-term foster care. Info: 425-257-2111.
Greater Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Center: If you enjoy helping people find out about our great area-we need you! The schedule has flexible shifts and a friendly atmosphere. Info: 360-659-7700.
American Red Cross: The Snohomish County Chapter is looking for volunteers to assist in its disaster services department. Info: 425-252-4103x29.
Community Resource Center-Granite Falls: Granite Falls Community Coalition is looking for caring and committed people to volunteer to mentor students in the community. Info: 360-691-1121.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sno. Co.: Currently seeking volunteers to bring a little magic into the life of a child by providing a one-to-one mentoring relationship. There are 80 children right here in Sno. Co. on a waiting list to start a relationship with somebody like you! Volunteers must make a commitment of at least nine months, have a WA State drivers license and be at least 19 years old. Info: 425-348-5290.
Pathways for Women YWCA: Pathways has many great opportunities for individuals, families or groups interested in volunteering. They assist low income and homeless women and children through a number of services. Opportunities include Children's Advocates, Resource and Referral Assistants, Front Desk Receptionist and Donations Coordinator. Info: 425-774-9843 ext. 224.
Puget Sound Blood Center: Seeking volunteers to help at mobile blood drives and at donation centers. Opportunities include registering people before they give blood, serving refreshments while monitoring donors, calling to remind donors of their appointments and driving Blood Center vehicles to deliver blood and supplies. Info: 1-800-266-4033.
