Community Extra: Calendar for June 3-11, 2016

Events

Pancakes, Edmonds: 8:30-9:30 a.m. June 3 (first Friday) at the Edmonds Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave. Pancakes, strawberry compote, eggs, ham, biscuits and sausage gravy, beverages. Cost is $5.

Waterfront Festival: The Edmonds Waterfront Festival runs 3 to 10 p.m. June 3, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. June 4 and 11 a.m.-7 p.m. June 5 at the Port of Edmonds Marina, 336 Admiral Way. Children’s activities, arts and crafts, music, beer garden, classic yacht show. Admission is $3, 12 and younger free. Free shuttle from several locations. More info: www.edmondswaterfrontfestival.org.

Pancakes, Snohomish: 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. June 4 (first Saturday) at the Snohomish Senior Center, 506 Fourth St. Pancakes, French toast, sausage, ham, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and more. Cost is $5, $3 for kids.

Pancakes, Bothell: 8-11 a.m. June 4 (first and third Saturdays) at the Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E Riverside Drive. Cost is $5. More info: 425-487-2441.

Fishing derby: The Monroe Rod and Gun Club holds its annual Kids Fishing Derby, 9-11 a.m. June 4. Head south on Highway 203 (just over Lewis Street bridge) and look for signs. Ages 12 and younger. Bring your own fishing gear. Free prizes, hot dogs and pop for kids. More info: 360-794-6317.

City hike: The Sound Steppers Volkssport Club celebrates National Trails Day with a stroll through local Edmonds parks and sidewalks, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. June 4. Start from the Edmonds Community College courtyard, 20000 68th Ave. W, Lynnwood. More info: neil.smith@comcast.net, 206-214-5274.

Garage sale: An Artists’ Garage Sale is set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 4 along Hoyt Avenue outside the Schack Art Center, 2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett. More info: schack.org.

Flea market: The Camano Animal Shelter Association holds its annual flea market, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 4 at the Camano Multipurpose Center, 141 E Camano Drive, Camano Island. Hot dogs available 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Shelter open starting at 11 a.m. Donations and volunteers also welcome. More info: www.camanoanimalshelter.org, 360-387-1902.

Genealogy 101: Sno-Isle Genealogical Society offers a free beginning genealogy class, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. June 4 (first Saturday) at the SIGS Research Library, 19827 Poplar Way in Lynnwood’s Heritage Park. More info: 425-775-6267.

Cops and Kids: The Lynnwood Police hold a Cops and Kids event, 10 a.m.-noon June 4 at Alderwood mall, 3000 184th St. SW, Lynnwood. See police cars, motorcycles and other specialty police vehicles, meet officers, and hear the Seattle Police Pipes and Drums Band. More info: www.lynnwoodwa.gov/police.

Health challenge: Marysville’s Healthy Communities Challenge Day is set for 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 4 at Allen Creek Elementary, 6505 60th Drive NE. Activities, demonstrations, educational information. Free. More info: www.marysvillewa.gov.

Sustainamania: Bothell Public Works holds Sustainamania, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 4 at the Bothell Operations Center, 21233 20th Ave. SE. Learn more about sustainable resources. Food, music, touch-a-truck, wetland tours and more. Free. More info: www.sustainamania.org.

Touch-A-Truck: A Touch-A-Truck family event is set for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 4 at Monroe Christian School, 1009 W Main St. Construction, police and other vehicles, plus face-painting, pony rides and more. Horn-free hour from 10-11 a.m. Admission is $5, kids under age 2 are free. More info: www.mcstouchatruck.com.

Hydroplanes: Watch mini hydroplane races on Silver Lake, 12-6 p.m. June 4 at Thornton A Sullivan Park, 11405 W Silver Lake Road, Everett. Free to watch. More info: www.everettwa.gov.

Music therapy: Music YoU-HERE, a free community event showcasing music therapy, is set for 3-6 p.m. June 4 at the Northwest Music Hall inside the Everett Mall near Macy’s, 1402 SE Everett Mall Way. Free. More info: info@scmusicproject.org, 425-258-1605.

Fishing derby: The Edmonds Salmon Chapter of Trout Unlimited holds an open house and kids fishing event, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 4-5 at the Willow Creek Hatchery, 95 Pine St. Ages 14 and younger. More info: 425-771-5970, edmondstu@gmail.com.

Japanese flower arranging: A free annual exhibition of Japanese flower arrangements sponsored by the Mill Creek Ikenobo group will be on display June 5 at the Mill Creek City Hall Annex, 15720 Main St. A free lesson and demonstration is at 2 p.m. More info: 425-745-1891.

Camp open house: Camp Killoqua invites families to an open house, 2-4 p.m. June 5 (or 2-4 p.m. June 18) at the 185-acre facility in Stanwood. Killoqua offers day and resident camp programs for students in K-12. More info: 425-258-5437, www.campkilloqua.org.

Open house: The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2100 Auxiliary celebrates its 85th anniversary, 2-5 p.m. June 5 at 2711 Oakes Ave., Everett. The public is invited. More info: 425-337-1559.

Innovation Expo: See what Everett School District students are learning at an Innovation Expo, 5-8 p.m. June 6 at Xfinity Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave. University of Washington professor Brian Fabien speaks at 7:30 p.m. Free. More info: www.everettsd.org/Page/18593.

Flag exchange: Exchange your worn U.S. flag for a new American-made flag for free, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. June 6-10 at McClain Insurance Services, 10410 19th Ave. SE, Suite 100, Everett. Retired flags will be disposed of by local Boy Scouts. More info: 425-379-9200.

Origami: Test origami boats, learn new folds and share your expertise, 4 p.m. June 7 at the Stanwood Library, 9701 271st St. NW. More info: 360-629-3132.

Hummingbirds: Watch the film “First Flight: A Mother Hummingbird’s Story,” 7 p.m. June 9 and see a hummingbird nest at the Northwest Stream Center at McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Admission is $3. Space is limited; reservations required. More info: 425-316-8592.

Home safety: North County Fire and EMS discusses home safety tips, including the Smart 911 program, at 2 p.m. June 10 at Warm Beach Senior Community, 20420 Marine Drive, Stanwood. More info: 360-652-2645.

Sorticulture: Everett’s garden arts festival runs June 10-12 at Legion Memorial Park, 145 Alverson Blvd. Garden art, plants, expert advise, food vendors, live music, wine garden and more. Free admission. More info: www.everettwa.gov.

Show ‘n’ Shine: The annual car show runs 8 a.m.-4 p.m. June 11 on Olympic Avenue in downtown Arlington. All makes, models and years of cars, trucks and motorcycles. More info: arlingtonwa.org.

Bike Bash: The Snohomish County Bike Bash runs 10 a.m.-1 p.m. June 11 at McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Free and for all ages. Bring your bicycle and helmet. BMX track trials, guided rides, bike pop demonstration, bike rodeo, food trucks, music and more. More info: www.communitytransit.org/BikeBash.

Free helmets: Kohl’s and Seattle Children’s offer free bike helmets and fittings, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. June 11 at Kohl’s Marysville, 3713 116th St. NE. For kids ages 1-18, who must be present. Supplies are limited. More info: 206-987-1569.

Fishing derby: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 11 at Cama Beach State Park, 1880 SW Camano Drive, Camano Island. Age 15 and younger. No fishing license or Discover Pass required this day. More info: 360-387-9361, www.camabeachfoundation.org.

Safety fair: The Lake Stevens Fire Department’s annual Health and Safety Fair is set for 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 11 in the parking lot at County Market, 303 91st Ave. NE. Free. Fire safety house, police boat, Lions Club mobile health clinic, bouncy house, balloons, games, music and more. Expired medications will be accepted at the police booth. More info: 425-334-3034.

Plaque dedication: The Edmonds Lions Club invites the community to its U.S. flag and memorial plaque dedication, 11 a.m. June 11, at Sierra Park Path for the Blind, 19020 82nd Ave. W, Edmonds. Following the brief ceremony, walk the trails and enjoy refreshments.

Pug Gala: Seattle Pug Rescue’s Pug Gala fundraiser is set for 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 11 at the Evergreen Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE, Monroe. Parade of rescued pugs, raffles, pug talent show and agility contest. Admission is $10, $5 ages 6-12 and seniors, free under age 6. Canine attendees are free, but only pugs and pug mixes permitted. More info: www.seattlepugs.org.

Strawberry Festival: Marysville’s week-long community festival runs June 11-19. Carnival, kids activities, arts and crafts, parades, car show, live entertainment, talent show and, of course, strawberries. More info: www.maryvest.org.

Ways to help

Bike work parties: Sharing Wheels Community Bike Shop holds work parties 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays, and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 4, to prepare for the annual Kids Bike Swap on June 12. Volunteers also are needed the day of the event. The nonprofit is at 2531 Broadway, Everett. All mechanical abilities welcome to help transform donated bicycles into “two-wheeled jewels.” Bike donations also welcome, especially 24-inch and 20-inch. More info: 425-252-6952.

Car wash: A car wash and bake sale is 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 4 at the Viking Village parking lot, 88th Avenue NW and 270th Street NW in Stanwood, to help raise money for service dogs for two girls. More info: www.gofundme.com/226gsx9a.

Relay for Life: Relay for Life of Arlington is set for 12-6 p.m. June 4 at Legion Memorial Park, 114 N Olympic Ave., with a Luminaria Ceremony at 3 p.m. to honor survivors and those lost to cancer. The event benefits the American Cancer Society. More info: relayforlife.org/ArlingtonWA.

Trail work party: Darrington’s National Trail Day is set for all day June 4. Meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Darrington Ranger Station, 1405 Emens Ave. N, then head out to work on the trails. A community potluck follows at about 4:30 p.m. Sign-up required through The Mountaineers. More info: www.mountaineers.org, 206-521-6001.

Viva Color: Help plant flowers along Mukilteo Boulevard during the annual Everett Parks and Recreation volunteer event, 9-11 a.m. June 4. Meet at Forest Park, 802 E Mukilteo Blvd., or catch a free shuttle from View Ridge Plaza, at the intersection of Olympic and Mukilteo boulevards and Dogwood Drive. More info: everettwa.gov, 425-257-8300 ext. 2.

The Binky Patrol: A group of quilters, knitters and crocheters who make “binkies” for children in traumatic situations seeks volunteers and donations of fabric, yarn or thread. Meets next on June 5 (first Sunday) in Marysville. More info: 360-659-7198.

Sale: The Cascade View Presbyterian Church Women’s Association holds its annual Treasures Sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 10 and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 11 at the church, 1030 E Casino Road, Everett. Proceeds benefit a variety of causes, including Matthew House, Cocoon House, Pathways for Women, and Shower to the People. More info: Kathleen, 425-239-3097.

One Day: Granite Falls’ One Day of community service is June 11. Help fix, paint, plant, repair and clean the city. To sign up or suggest a project, go to www.granitefallswa.com or www.fathershousegf.org. More info: 360-691-7733.

Work party: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 11 at the Northwest Equine Stewardship Center at Cedarbrook Farms, 9812 215th Ave. SE, Snohomish. More info: volunteer@nwesc.org.

Food donations: YWCA Pathways for Women shelter in Lynnwood is in need of the following food items: cereal, canned chicken and ham, hearty soups, spaghetti sauce, quick-cook rice, Betty Crocker complete dinners, canned fruits and vegetables, snack food, and condiments. Donations can be taken to the shelter at 6027 208th St. SW in Lynnwood.

Sewing supplies: The Clothing and Textile Advisors of Snohomish County seek donations of fabric, notions, trims, patterns, yarn, needlework items and related books and magazines for its annual Fabric Sale, set for June 18. Proceeds from the sale support scholarships, Camp Stitch-a-Lot and other community sewing programs. More info: Arlene at 425-743-0118 or Julie at 425-835-0391.

Toiletry drive: The YWCA is collecting donations of hygiene supplies in preparation for this year’s Project Homeless Connect. Needed are full-size containers and versions of body wash, 2-in-1 shampoo with conditioner, body lotion, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, washcloths, and razors for shaving. Drop off donations by June 16 to YWCA Everett Regional Center, 3301 Broadway, or YWCA Pathways for Women, 6027 208th St. SW in Lynnwood. More info: 425-258-2766, vvonstubbe@ywcaworks.org.

Book buddies: The Mukilteo Library seeks teens entering grades 8-12 and graduating seniors to volunteer as summer book buddies to second- and third-graders who struggle with reading. Deadline to apply is June 20. Training is 3-4 p.m. June 30. Book Buddy group sessions are 3-4:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 7 to Aug. 11. More info: 425-493-8202.

Raffle for park: Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8870 holds a raffle to raise money to help finish the Edmonds Veteran Plaza. Two pieces of original artwork by Post member and Fallen Heroes artist Michael Reagan will be raffled. Both feature current and former Seahawks players and coaches, who also autographed the works. A drawing will be held July 4 after the parade. Tickets are $5 each. Mail a check to VFW Post 8870, P.O. Box 701, Edmonds, WA 98020. Include your name, address and the word “raffle” in the memo line. Raffle tickets will be mailed back to you. More info: 425-245-8545.

Volunteer: Looking to volunteer but don’t know where or how? The United Way of Snohomish County website, Get Connected, connects volunteers with a variety of opportunities throughout the county. More info: getconnected.uwsc.org.

Soup kitchen, Everett: Salt of the Earth Soup Kitchen is held noon Tuesdays at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2531 Hoyt Ave., Everett. Free hot meal served to the homeless, low-income seniors and families, and kids on the street. Volunteers needed. More info: Sandra, 425-355-1042.

Food bank, Lowell: The Lowell Community Food Bank, based at River of Life Community Church in Everett, seeks volunteers and donations. Help is needed to sort produce 2-4 p.m. Tuesdays, as well as break down boxes, feed worm bins, occasionally cook and prepare food, and clean. More info: 206-240-0676.

Food bank, Arlington: Arlington Community Food Bank is open to clients for shopping 12-1 p.m. Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, and 12-1 p.m. Fridays. Volunteers needed. Donations can be mailed to 19118 63rd Ave. NE, Arlington. More info: ACFoodbank@frontier.com, or leave a message at 360-435-1631.

Food bank, Marysville: Shopping assistants are needed to help visitors select groceries at Marysville Community Food Bank, 4150 88th St. NE. Hours are 9-11:30 a.m. Mondays and Fridays, and 3-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. More info: 360-658-1054 or marysvillefoodbank@frontier.com.

Food bank, Snohomish: There are several volunteer opportunities in Snohomish, including a cold weather shelter group (Jackie at 425-220-2217), the Community Kitchen free meal service (425-501-6054), and the Snohomish Community Food Bank (Elizabeth Grant at 360-568-7993). More info: snohomishfoodbank.org.

Food bank, Lynnwood: The Cedar Valley Food Bank operates out of Cedar Valley Community School on selected dates. Donations can be dropped off at the Edmonds School District’s Educational Services Center, 20420 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood.

RSVP: The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), sponsored by Catholic Community Services, seeks people ages 55 and older for a variety of volunteer positions, in food banks and community gardens, driving and tutoring, and more. Volunteer locations are across the county with varying days and times of commitment. More info: John McAlpine at johnm@ccsww.org, 425-374-6374 or 888-240-8572.

Seniors

Farmers markets: The Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program applications are now available at www.sssc.org and at local senior centers. Eligible low-income seniors receive $40 worth of checks to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at authorized farmers markets or farm stands. Deadline to apply is June 6. More info: 425-347-1229.

Oral health: The Stillaguamish Senior Center offers free oral health assessments, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 14 at 18308 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington. A seminar on “Smile Power for Seniors: Taking Charge” runs 1:30-2:30 p.m. Low-cost dental hygiene cleanings will be available July 19 and every first Tuesday following. More info: 360-653-4551.

Bingo, Arlington: 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 7 p.m. Fridays at the Stillaguamish Senior Center, 18308 Smokey Point Blvd. Ages 10 and up. Prizes, large pots available. Pull tabs, food. More info: 360-653-4551.

Bingo, Everett: 12:30-3 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center, 3025 Lombard Ave. Cost is $2 for three-on. Everybody older than 50 can participate. More info: 425-257-8780.

Bingo, Edmonds: 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays at the Edmonds Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave. Cost is 25 cents per card with prizes available. More info: 425-774-5555.

Bingo, Granite Falls: 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays ($6 buy-in) and 50-cent sessions 4-6 p.m. Wednesdays at the Granite Falls Senior Center, 302 S Granite Ave. Also, penny bingo follows Thursday lunches (lunch is $3). More info: 360-691-7177.

Bingo, Lake Stevens: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fridays at the Lake Stevens Senior Center, 2302 Soper Hill Road. Free coffee and desserts. More info: 425-335-0345.

Bingo, Snohomish: 5:30 p.m. first Saturdays at the Snohomish Senior Center, 506 Fourth St. Buy-in is $8. More info: 360-568-0934.

Bridge, Arlington: The Arlington Bridge Club meets 12-4 p.m. Thursdays at the Stillaguamish Senior Center, 18218 Smokey Point Blvd. More info: 360-440-7029.

Bridge, Everett: The Unsanctioned Duplicate Bridge Club plays 12 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center, 3025 Lombard Ave. Party bridge is 12:30 p.m. Fridays, 8:45 a.m. Tuesdays. Age 50 and older. Cost is $1. More info: 425-257-8780.

Bridge, Mukilteo: Party Bridge at 10 a.m. second and fourth Mondays, with practice bridge with limited lessons at 9 a.m., at Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave. All ages. More info: Mamta at 425-789-1106 or Patti at 425-280-4940.

Scrabble, Everett: Plays 12:15 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Age 50 and older. More info: 425-334-2878.

Scrabble, Snohomish: Plays 12:30 p.m. Mondays at the Snohomish Senior Center, 506 Fourth St. All ages welcome.

Table tennis: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays, 12:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays and 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave. Five tables with paddles and balls provided. Cost is $2 per session. For ages 50 and older. More info: 425-257-8780.

Assistance

Homebuyer workshop: A Washington State Housing Finance Commission Homebuyer Workshop will be hosted by ReMax Real Estate and held 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 11 at New American Funding, 2707 Colby Ave., Suite 1002, Everett. More info: 425-770-5504.

Grief, loss: Snohomish County YWCA facilitates “Grief and Loss: A Healing Process Group,” 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays, June 14 to Aug. 9, at Verdant Community Wellness Center, 4710 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. Register and begin by week two. More info: Arlen, 425-412-2364 or afrazie@ywcaworks.org.

Swedish/Edmonds: A variety of free support groups and fee-based health classes are offered at the hospital, 21601 76th Ave. W., Edmonds. More info: www.swedish.org/classes.

Memory Café: Local nonprofit Snohomish County Music Project hosts monthly Memory Café events for individuals suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, 12:30-2 p.m. second Fridays at the Northwest Music Hall, located inside the Everett Mall. Suggested donation is $10. Space is first-come, first-served, and RSVPs are requested. More info: info@scMusicProject.org, 425-258-1605.

Alzheimer’s caregivers, Everett: An Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support group for unpaid care partners, family members and friends of those with memory loss meets 6:30 p.m. fourth Tuesdays at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 215 W. Mukilteo Blvd. More info: Donna Vande Kieft, 425-423-9571.?

Alzheimer’s caregivers, Snohomish: An Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support group for unpaid care partners, family members and friends of those with memory loss meets 7-8:30 p.m. second Thursdays at the Snohomish Senior Center, 506 Fourth St. More info: Sheri Pemberton, 425-673-3109.

Caregivers, Marysville: A support group to help those who are dealing with the challenges of unpaid care giving meets 10-11:30 a.m. third Tuesdays at the Ken Baxter Community Center, 514 Delta Ave., Marysville. More info: 360-363-8450.

Caregivers, Lynnwood: A family caregiver support group meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. second Wednesdays at Gencare Scriber Gardens, 6024 200th St. SW, Lynnwood. Refreshments provided. More info: 425-673-7111.

Chronic pain: A support group for those with chronic pain meets 1 p.m. second Tuesdays at the Edmonds Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave. Led by Michelle Reitan, MSW and Sue Shearer, RN, BSN. More info: 425-774-5555.