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Busy Bee Quilters: The group is sponsoring a free sewing session between 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the Snohomish Library, 311 Maple St. Anyone interested in quilting is welcome to visit, watch, learn, sew, or quilt. Bring your own equipment and supplies. If you have questions, go to www.busybeequilters.com, or call Karen at 360-568-7980.

Buffet brunch: 9 a.m. to noon Sunday, Camano Island Yacht Club, 129 N. Sunset Drive, Camano Island. Price for the buffet brunch is $8 for adults and $5 for children under 9. The menu includes bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, omelets, hash browns, pancakes, fresh fruit, sweet rolls, juices, coffee and tea.

Calvary’s Kids fun day at Calvary Lutheran Church: 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at 2532 Rockefeller St. Everett. The event will feature cupcake walks, bobbing for apples, face painting, and more. Call 425-252-6775 for more information.

Evergreen Republican Women’s Club meeting: 7 p.m. Aug. 16 at Shawn O’Donnell’s Restaurant, 122 128th St. SE, Everett. The meeting is to feature Dixie Kolditz, candidate for the 19th District state House seat. Social hour begins at 6:30 p.m. with optional buffet. Cost is $15. To make a reservation, call Amie at 425-290-2500 or email evergreenrepublicanwomen@yahoo.com.

Moonlight Beach Adventure: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Aug. 25 at Marina Beach, 470 Admiral Way S. in Edmonds. Scuba divers are to show sea creatures. For more information, call Edmonds Parks &Recreation at 425-771-0227.*

Stanwood Car Show: 8 to 2 p.m., Sept. 15 at the Stanwood Community and Senior Center, 7430 276th St. NW, Stanwood. To register, go to www.stanwooodseniorcenter.org. For more information, call 360-629-7403

Space Odyssey at the Snohomish Library: The Pacific Science Center visits the library at 11 a.m., Aug. 18, 311 Maple Ave. The event is free. For more information, call 360-568-2898

All About Owls: 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Mukilteo Library, 4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd. Learn how identify, view or attract owls. For kids between 5 and 11 years old. Free event. For more information, call 425-493-8202.

Raptors at the Northwest Stream Center: 7 p.m.Thursday at the Visitors Building, 600 128th SE, Everett. Learn about a variety of birds of prey. Cost is $5 for foundation members, $7 for non-members. Call 425-316-8592 to register.

Crafters needed: The Catholic Daughters of the Americas St. Rita Court 957 is looking for crafters for its Holiday Craft Fair. The fair is set for 9 a.m. Sept. 29 and 30 at the St. Mary Magdalen’s Parish Hall, 8517 Seventh Ave. SE, Everett. For more information call Charlene Osborn at 360-668-2545 or email cosborn3@frontier.com.

Fruit for sale: The Oak Harbor Lions Club is selling cherries, peaches and apricots starting July 31 at the parking lot of Rite Aid Pharmacy, 31645 Highway 20. Members of the club are scheduled to sell the produce daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., or until the fruit is sold out. All proceeds support community projects and services provided by the club. For more information, call 360-675-4391.

Mill Creek Senior Center waffle breakfast: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Aug. 16 at Merrill Gardens Retirement Community, 14905 Bothell/Everett Highway. The event is a fundraiser for the center. The menu includes waffles, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, coffee, tea, and juice. Suggested donation is $10. For more information, call the Senior Office at 425-948-7170.

Baby and me story time: 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Tuesdays, Mukilteo Library, 4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd. Event aims to promote reading with songs, rhymes and activities. For newborns through 18 months. Caregiver required. For more information, call 425-493-8202.

Car show: The Camano Center is organizing the 2012 Collector’s Car Show from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday at 606 Arrowhead Road. The event is set to feature a variety of classic cars, live entertainment and activities for the kids. Admission is free. Beverages and lunches will be sold. To register your car in the car show, or to be a vendor at the outdoor market, stop by the center or go to www.camanocenter.org for registration forms. For more information, call 360-387-0222.

Rock the Block party: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 25, View Ridge Community Church, 4800 Dogwood Drive, Everett. People are invited for a free barbecue, kids’ haircuts and mini spa treatments for the moms. Organizers also plan to give 300 backpacks with school supplies to children who register at www.vrcc.tv or call 425-252-2188.

Bingo: From 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Carl Gibson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Cost is $2 for three-on. Everybody older than 50 can participate. For more information, call 425-257-8780 or go to www.ci.everett.wa.us/seniors.

Summer reading in Stanwood: Children and teens are invited to participate in the summer reading program at Stanwood Library, 9701 271st St. NW, Stanwood. Program is every Saturday through Aug. 15, including book reading, book discussion, downloading e-books and after-hour party. Sign up starts Saturday at the library. Readers are eligible for prizes. For more information, call 360-629-3132 or go to www.sno-isle.org.

Summer reading in Arlington: Arlington Library is hosting a summer reading program for families, running through Aug. 23. The free program includes book reading, mask making, pizza party and numerology. Readers are eligible for prizes. For more information, call the Arlington Library at 360-435-3033.

Double-deck pinochle group: Meets at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 4:30 p.m. Thursdays at Scriber Gardens/GenCare, 6024 200 St. SW, Lynnwood. For more information, call Carla at 425-771-5471.

ESL Talk Time: Adults seeking to improve their English-speaking skills are invited to attend Monroe Library’s ESL Talk Time on Tuesdays. The free one-hour talks are scheduled for 1 p.m. at the Monroe Library meeting room, 1070 Village Way. For more information, call 360-794-7851.

International Dinner Out: 6 p.m. every fourth Wednesday of the month at the East County Senior Center, 276 Sky River Parkway, Monroe. The cost is $5 for adults and $2 for children younger than 12. Call 360-794-6359 for reservations.

Norwegian pancake breakfast: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. the third Saturday of every month at the Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 2111 117th Ave. NE, Lake Stevens. The cost is $5 per person; children younger than 4 eat free.

Pancake breakfast: 8 to 10:30 a.m. third Saturday of the month, East County Senior Center, 276 Sky River Parkway, Monroe. Enjoy pancakes, eggs, ham, sausage, coffee, milk and juice prepared and served by volunteers. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children younger than 12. Proceeds benefit the center. 360-794-6359.

Reading with Rover: Children are welcome to read to therapy dogs and receive bookmarks, paw stamps and more at various Sno-Isle Libraries and bookstores on most Saturdays between 11 a.m. to noon. Mukilteo Library has “Read with Carmen and Risa” on Sundays. Events and locations can be found at www.readingwithrover.org, or contact your local Sno-Isle library.

Table tennis at the Everett senior center: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays, 12:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturdays at 3025 Lombard Ave., Everett. Cost is $1 per session. 425-257-8780.

Village Community Services: Friday music jam sessions, 1 to 3 p.m. at 338 N. MacLeod Ave., Arlington. Kids and adults are invited. Children younger than 16 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. 360-653-7752, ext. 14.

Willow Place: Three-hour activity sessions for older teens and adults with developmental disabilities. Exercise, crafts, games, music. The sessions are 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday at 9610 48th Drive NE, Marysville. $10 for those with caregivers, $15 for those who come by themselves. 360-653-2324.

Groups

Everett amputee support group: 7 p.m. every fourth Thursday. New Life Church, 6830 Highland Drive. This group provides support and information to people who have experienced or are facing amputation. Families and friends are invited. For more information, call Maurine at 425-338-1395 or email at maurinemoyer@aol.com, or Betsy at 206-321-2997.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 7 p.m., second Tuesday of every month at Port of Everett Conference Center, 404 14th St., Everett. The group supports the Coast Guard, teaches boating safety classes and conducts free vessel examinations. Contact Marie Porterfield, 425-629-3241, 509-949-6715 or Marie.Porterfield64@gmail.com.

Employment Network: Free help with job search, resume writing and interviewing, 10 a.m. to noon Fridays at the North Creek Presbyterian Church, 621 164th St. SE., Mill Creek. 425-743-2386.

Family support group: 7:30 to 9 p.m. second Monday of every month, Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 5115 100th St. NE, Marysville. A group for family members of adults living with mental illness to share ideas about coping and becoming better caregivers for their loved ones. Wendy, 206-790-0162.

Lymphedema support group meeting: 6 to 8 p.m. third Thursday of the month, conference room B, Providence Regional Medical Center, Pacific Campus, 916 Pacific Ave., Everett; email Kim@kimsfocus.net.

Lynnwood MS self-help group: 1 to 2:30 p.m. third Fridays of each month in the group room at the YWCA Village, 19703 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Sharon Todd, 360-651-9720.

Marysville MS self-help group: 10:30 to noon Saturday of each month, except July and August, at Cascade Christian Reformed Church, 13908 51st Ave. NE, Marysville. Barb 360-659-7431, Linda 425-238-0849.

Monroe running group: 9:30 a.m. Saturdays and 6 p.m. Wednesdays at the YMCA, 14033 Fryelands Blvd., Monroe. Runners of all ages and skill levels can attend. YMCA membership is not required. 360-805-1879.

Mothers and More: 7:30 to 9 p.m. third Tuesday, Spotted Cow Cream and Bean in Mill Creek Town Center. Prospective members welcome. Email membership@snohomishmoms.org.

Mukilteo running club: 7:30 a.m. Saturdays, above the Harbour Pointe Middle School track. All ages and abilities welcome. The group runs a four-mile loop at a conversational pace. For more information, email mukrunclub@gmail.com.

Parkinson’s disease support group: 2 to 4 p.m. fourth Saturday, Rainier Room, 1330 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. 425-327-9401.

Puget Sound Camera Club: 7 p.m. every second, fourth and fifth Monday at Maplewood Presbyterian Church, 19523 84th Ave. W., Edmonds. 425-776-2442.

Puget Sound singles: A group for people older than 45. Fun, friends, family. Breakfasts on Saturdays. Judy, 425-931-1195.

Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays: The Everett chapter of the national support group meets at 7 p.m. third Monday at the Everett United Church of Christ, 2624 Rockefeller Ave. www.pflag.org.

Support group for parents of children with behavioral problems: 7 to 9:30 p.m. Thursdays at Zion Lutheran Church, 4634 Alger Ave., Everett. The network offers peer-to-peer support for parents struggling with children exhibiting risky behaviors such as drug or alcohol use. Groups are confidential and free. 888-468-2620 or www.cpsn.org.

Support group for special education parents in the Everett School District: 6:30 to 8 p.m. every third Wednesday except December at View Ridge Elementary School, 202 Alder St., Everett.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly club: Meetings every Wednesday morning at 8:30 a.m. at St. Phillips Episcopal Church, 4212 84th St. NE, Marysville. Visitors are welcome. Weigh-in is from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., with meeting after that. For more information, call Marcia at 425-347-2149 or Ada at 425-923-6025.

Widow support groups: Widowed Information Consultation Services has ongoing support groups for widowed men and women in Everett, Lynnwood and Monroe. For more information, call 425-252-7617.

WAYS TO HELP

The Camano Animal Shelter Association dog wash: from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 18, at the shelter, 198 Can Ku Road, Camano Island. The cost is from $8 to $12, depending on the animal’s size. Micro-chipping is available for $25. Other services are available. For more information, call 360-387-1902 or go to www.camanoanimalshelter.org.

Valley General Hospital blood drive: from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m Aug. 27. The mobile donation bus will be in the Valley General Hospital main parking lot, 14701 179th Ave. SE in Monroe. To register for any of these events, call Puget Sound Blood Center at 800-398-7888.

Concert aids Willow Place in Marysville: People can enjoy an oldies rock concert and help Willow Place, a recreation program in Marysville that caters to youth and adults with special needs. The Rocket Alley Bar &Grill and Quilceda Community Services are sponsoring the concert, which is set for 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the restaurant, 420 N. Olympic Ave. in Arlington. Suggested donation is $5. For more information, call Quilceda Community Services at 360-653-2324 or go to www.quilceda communityservices.org.

Food bank needs school supplies: The Sky Valley Food Bank is starting its Supplies 4 Success program to get school supplies for children in need. The food bank is in need of pens, paper, backpacks, crayons and colored pencils. Donations can be dropped at the site from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Mondays. The food bank is located at 233 Sky River Parkway, Monroe. School supplies are to be distributed during the last two weeks of August. A complete list of school supplies needed, go to www.svfoodbank.org. Cash donations are also accepted.

A Night in Vienna: Mountlake Terrace High School music boosters are organizing a concert to fund upcoming trips. A concert is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Aug. 19 at the Matthews Winery, 16116 140th Place NE, Woodinville. Tickets are $6 pre-paid or $12 at the door. For tickets, email mthsmusicboosters@gmail.com, or go to Matthews Winery’s website at www.matthewsestate.com.

Big Brothers Big Sisters auction: The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Snohomish County is looking for sponsors and items to auction at its annual Dream Builders Auction on Sept. 29, Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th St. SW. For more information, call 425-252-2227, email mjohnson@bbbs-snoco.org, or go to http://auction.bbbs-snoco.org.

Walk for Japanese Gulch: A non-competitive 5K run and walk is being organized to promote health, fitness and awareness of the Japanese Gulch. The event is scheduled to start at 7 a.m. Saturday, Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave. in Mukilteo. Registration fee is $25. People can register online at http://trailamuk.eventbrite.com or with checks payable to the Japanese Gulch Group sent to P.O. Box 1221, Mukilteo, WA 98275.

Assist cancer patients: The Cancer Resource Center at the Providence Regional Cancer Partnership is looking for volunteers to work weekly four-hour shifts meeting with cancer patients and caregivers to provide support. Drivers for the Road to Recovery program also are needed. The program provides rides for cancer patients to their treatments and appointments. Volunteers use their own vehicles and get mileage reimbursement. For more information, call 425-322-1114.

The Caring for Our Children Foundation: The nonprofit in Everett is seeking volunteers to help as an office assistant, grant writer or as a phone fundraiser for about 20 hours a week. People ages 55 and older are encouraged to apply. For more information, call Melody Gibson at 425-374-2635 or go to www.caringforourchildrenfoundation.org.

The Volunteer Chore Services: The program of Catholic Community Services, is actively seeking volunteers to assist with household chores and more. Volunteers may help the same person each week or be listed for on-call assistance depending on their schedules and interests. The assistance enables elders and adults with disabilities to remain independent in their own home. For more information, contact Cherisse Webb at 425-374-6323.

Help from youth leaders: Participants in Leadership Snohomish County’s Signature Leadership class and its Young Leaders Challenge are looking to help on projects. Non-profit organizations with a community project or event can go to www.leadershipsc.org to download an application form. The project or event must serve residents or communities within Snohomish County. Organizations must have nonprofit status to apply. Applications are due by 5 p.m. Aug. 20.

The Binky Patrol: a group of quilters, knitters and crocheters who make binkies for children in traumatic situations, is looking for volunteers and donations of fabric, yarn or thread. Meetings are on the first Sunday of each month in Marysville. For more information, call 360-659-7198.

Volunteer with Kid’s Kloset: Arlington Kids’ Kloset is looking for volunteers to work weekly, three-hour shifts helping needy families shop for school clothing. Hours are 9 a.m. to noon and 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to noon and 5:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to noon and 4 to 8 p.m. Thursdays. Donations of gently used clothing and books also are needed. For more information, call 360-435-4875.

Hospice volunteers needed: Hospice &Home Care of Snohomish County is looking for volunteers to help in a multitude of ways, which could include visiting patients, delivering supplies, working in the office and helping with events. Information sessions are held on the third Wednesday of each month. For more information, call 425-261-4815 to register or for dates and times.

Knitting to Make a Difference: The group is accepting people from all skills levels to make blankets, hats and scarves for babies and homeless children. The group meets from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Mondays at the Lynnwood Senior Center, 19000 44th Ave. W. Needles and yarn provided. The fee is $5. For more information, call 425-670-5050.

Volunteer to deliver meals: The Meals on Wheels program of Island County Senior Services is in need of drivers. The group delivers meals to home-bound seniors on Camano Island. The program operates from Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, from about 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Drivers choose what days work best for them. For more information, call 360-387-0222, ask to speak with the folks in the kitchen.

School supplies accepted at retail stores: A national drive for school supplies is set to benefit Boys &Girls Club of Snohomish County. From July 1 to Sept. 15, people can donate school supplies at local Staples stores. The stores are located at 4920 Evergreen Way S, Everett; 621 Highway 9 NE, Suite 42B, Lake Stevens; 3011 196th St. SW, Lynnwood; 105 Mall Way, Marysville; 16232 Bothell-Everett Highway, Mill Creek; 19139 U.S. 2, Monroe. For more information, go to www.staplesforstudents.org.

Senior volunteers needed: The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is looking for people older than 55 to help in different volunteer projects through the county. To learn more, call John McAlpine at 425-374-6374, toll free at 888-240-8572, or by email at johnm@ccsww.org.

Role models needed for at-risk youth: Volunteers of America Western Washington is looking for committed, dependable adults, 21 and older, for the Mentoring Children of Promise program. Contact mcp@voaww.org for more information.

Barbers and beauticians needed: Providence Hospice &Home Care of Snohomish County is looking for barbers or beauticians, who are licensed in the state, to volunteer by providing haircuts to hospice patients at their homes in Everett and south county. The frequency may be between two and six patients a month. If you are interested, call Joanie Hemm, Volunteer Services, at 425-261-4815 or Joan.Hemm@Providence.org.

Soup kitchen volunteers: The Salt for the Earth Soup Kitchen is in need of volunteers to help prepare, cook, serve and clean up starting at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Westminster Presbyterian Church. 2531 Hoyt Ave. Everett. Volunteers must be able to lift 25 pounds and go up and down stairs. The group also is looking for a box truck to pick up food for food banks in Snohomish County. For more information, call Sandra at 425-355-1042.

Looking for auctions items: The Camano Center is accepting donations for the sixth annual Gala Auction. The center is looking for a variety of items as well as packages consisting of trips or other experiences. For more information on how to help and about the auction, go to www.camanocenter.org. You can also visit the center or call 360-387-0222.

Car show: Machinists Union Local Lodge 751-A is sponsoring the eighth annual Bill Baker Memorial Steel and Wheels Super Show. The show is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Everett Union Hall, 8729 Airport Road. The event is a fundraiser for Guide Dogs of America, the California-based charity that provides guide dogs and instruction to blind and visually impaired people. Entries are $20 for those who register early, or $25 on the day of the event. Forms are available at all District 751 union halls in Puget Sound, including the Everett Hall.

YWCA seeks donations: The YWCA of Snohomish County is looking for personal care products. Items can be dropped off at the YWCA of Seattle-King-Snohomish office, 3301 Broadway. For more information, contact Luanne Kunz at 425-259-2766, ext. 150.

Service Classes: The Mill Creek Senior Center, at 15720 Main Street No. 210, is offering free classes in training, resource referral and counseling for older adults in need of care and their families. To get started or for more information, contact Lee Gresko at 425 948-7183.

Arlington Food Bank: Looking for Arlington-area businesses and community groups interested in hosting a food drive. Dori, 360-435-1631. Volunteers also needed.

Collect water samples: The Snohomish County Surface Water management is looking for volunteers to collect water quality samples in Lake Goodwin, Lost Lake and Lake Shoecraft. All training and equipment will be provided except for a boat. Volunteers need to commit to a few hours each month from May through October. For more information, call Marisa Burghdoff at 425-388-3464, or go to www.lakes.surfacewater.info, or go to www.snoco.org and search for “Lakes.”

Food bank seeking hosts: Volunteers at the Arlington Community Food Bank are looking for Arlington-area businesses and community groups interested in hosting a food drive. For more information, call Dori at 360-435-1631.

Hands of Hope Food Bank: Help your neighbors in need by volunteering at the food bank or making a donation. To make a donation, send checks to 9506 Seventh Ave. SE, Everett, WA 98208, or bring in your food donation from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. For more information, call 425-355-5985.

Humane Society: The organization is seeking volunteers to transport bags of cat litter and pet food from Arlington and Stanwood. It can be done by more than one person. Sometimes transport for animals is needed. Call 360-652-5844 or email hmnsoc@aol.com.

Kloz 4 Kidz: The free clothing center for kids in need in the Marysville area is seeking donations of clean, gently used clothing and cash donations. Call for an appointment or volunteer information. 360-659-8521.

Knitting to Make a Difference: From 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Mondays at the Lynnwood Senior Center, 19000 44th Ave. W. People of all skill levels come together to make blankets, hats and scarves for babies and homeless children. Needles and yarn provided. The fee is $5. For more information, call 425-670-5050.

Marysville Community Food Bank: Looking for volunteers to help with a variety of jobs including food sorters and drivers at 4150 88th St. NE, Marysville. For more information, call 360-658-1054 or go to www.marysvillecommunityfb.com.

Marysville community lunch: Volunteers are needed to help buy, prepare and serve food from 1 to 2 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Evergreen Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1607 Fourth St., Marysville. Teri, 360-658-4472.

Mentoring Children of Promise: A community-based mentoring program for children with incarcerated parents is looking for committed, dependable adults, 21 and older, to have fun and be positive role models to at-risk children. Other volunteer opportunities also available. Wendi, 425-259-2973, ext. 2717 or mcp@voaww.org.

Partners in Palliative Care: Seeks volunteer listeners for its support program. 425-261-4769.

Road to Recovery: American Cancer Society program seeking volunteer drivers for cancer patients. For more information, call Jerri Wood at 425-322-1114 or email jerri.wood@cancer.org.

Seeking older people to help veterans: People are needed to help veterans find the services available to them online or over the phone. About 20 volunteers, working about an hour a week, are needed for the project. Special training for these volunteers is to be made available through Catholic Community Services RSVP and the U.S. Department of Labor/Veterans Affairs. For more information, call 425-374-6374.

Stanwood-Camano Community resource center: Volunteer opportunities for youth and adults, including working in the bookstore and doing grounds maintenance, 9620 271st St. NW, Stanwood, 360-629-5257.

Stillaguamish Senior Center: Needs volunteers for various positions, including sorting clothes, driving a bus and helping in the kitchen. DJ, 360-653-4551, ext. 228. The center is at 18308 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington.

Volunteer at All Breed Equine Rez-Q: Non-profit horse rescue in Marysville needs volunteers. They are open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., seven days a week. All Breed Equine Rez-Q is located at 2415 116th St. NE in Marysville. It needs help cleaning stalls and with other horse care needs. It doesn’t matter if you can only commit one day per week, or for a few hours. For more information, call Dale at 425-263-6390 or go to All Breed Equine Rez-Q’s website at www.allbreedhorserezq.com.

VGAL: Snohomish County Volunteer Guardian ad Litem program needs Spanish-speaking volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in the dependency court area. Contact the VGAL Program for a volunteer application at 425-388-7854.

Volunteer at the visitor center: The Marysville Tulalip Visitor Center is looking for volunteers to work at least once a week for up to four hours at a time, any day of the week. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. For more information, call Sylvia Johnston at 360-659-7700.

*    Correction, August 7, 2012: This item originally included an incorrect date and phone number.

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