YWCA collecting school supplies
YWCA School Days is accepting donations of school supplies to support more than 175 kids who live in YWCA housing projects in Snohomish County.
To help them be ready for school this fall, make a financial donation or a donation of school supplies.
For a supply list, please go to the website www.ywcaworks.org for more information or call 425-258-2766 ext. 150.
EDMONDS OUTDOOR MOVIE NITES July 30 - The Tale of Despereaux (G) Sponsored by Edmonds Family Medicine August 6 - Footloose (PG) Sponsored by Frontier Bank-Edmonds Branch, Angie Bueing Farmers Insurance Agency and Salon 512 Join us at the Frances Anderson Center Playfield for a fun, free, family night of movie entertainment. Bring your blanket or lawn chair to watch a blockbuster hit on a giant inflatable screen! The movie begins at dusk. Refreshments will be sold. For more event information call Edmonds Parks & Recreation 425-771-0230.
Lynnwood Call For Artists – deadline approaching
The July 31 deadline is quickly approaching for artists of all ages and abilities to submit artwork for Lynnwood’s “It’s Not Easy Being Green” art exhibit.
The Lynnwood Arts Commission is looking for entries for its annual juried themed art exhibit that will take place September 27 – November 18, 2010.
This year’s exhibit is titled “It’s Not Easy Being Green” and artists are invited to submit 2D and 3D work that explores the color green, the idea of being environmentally green, or any other interpretation of the word “green”.
This is the 7th year Lynnwood has hosted the very popular themed art exhibit. Artwork selected will be on exhibit in the Lynnwood Library Gallery and a juror will select three prizewinners to receive award baskets filled with donated items from the local business community.
For an application or more information visit www.LynnwoodArts.org or call Marianne Johnson at 425-670-5518.
SAND SCULPTING CONTEST Tuesday, August 10 – 10 am-12:30 pm Form a team or build on your own! Fun, free, amateur contest open to all ages. Sign up at Marina Beach at 10 am and start building! Judging at Noon and Golden Bucket Awards at 12:30 pm. Bring your buckets and shovels! Sponsored by Nama’s Candy Store. For more event information call Edmonds Parks & Recreation 425-771-0230.
Rosewood Courte hosts Summer Carnival
There will be a Summer Carnival at Rosewood Courte, 728 Edmonds Way, Edmonds from noon to 4:30 p.m. on August 14. Hamburgers, hotdogs popcorn, cotton candy and fun activity booths including a dunk tank and lots of prizes.
All proceeds go to the Alzheimer’s Association to raise awareness and money for research and eradication of Alzheimer’s and other memory disorders.
Everyone is welcome to attend the carnival.
Make a Difference:
Become a mentor for female students
Mentor training slated for Aug. 16
Would you like to help young women receive the support they need to be happy and successful in school and out of school? Become a mentor for young women at College Place Middle School or Scriber Lake High School.
The next new mentor training is taking place on Aug. 16.
Contact Dawn Hart at hartd@edmonds.wednet.edu or 425-431-7457 to sign for the training.
Attendees must be registered for the training by Aug. 10.
Be healthy, come to the Health Fair
The Health and Wellness Center, 21920 76th Ave. W, Edmonds, is having Health Fair – Be Well Edmonds, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Aug. 20. Its billed a community health fair with lots of fun for everyone.
There will be an obstacle course, face painting and much more for the kids.
Win $200 in the Evergreen State Fair Essay Contest!
Tackle the issues affecting our environment through an essay contest sponsored by the Snohomish County Executive and Allied Waste Services for a chance to win $200 and an honorary title. The Evergreen State Fair hopes to inspire young people who have a passion for green living to share their ideas and opinions about sustainability. First, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will be recognized, along with their families, as guests of Executive Aaron Reardon at the Opening Ceremony of the Evergreen State Fair in Monroe on August 26. Contest open to students entering grades 7-12.
Submit entries, questions or clarification requests to essaycontest@nyhus.com with your essay in the body of the e-mail and attached as a text document.
Entries can also be sent by mail to Living Evergreen Essay Contest, c/o Nyhus Communications, 1525 Fourth Avenue suite 400, Seattle, WA 98109.
"Friends of the Sister City" seek volunteers
Hekinan, Japan has been a Sister City with Edmonds for 22 years. The Edmonds Sister City Commission plans various activities each year to bridge these two cultures and build goodwill.
To expand the work of the Commission, a new group of volunteers called "Friends of the Sister City" is now forming.
The group will assist the Commission when Hekinan students visit Edmonds every summer in August, and when adult delegations periodically visit Edmonds in October.
Volunteers can determine the amount of time they have available to help. They will work as a group to prepare for the Hekinan delegation visits. Some volunteers will help during the time the visitors are here.
If you are interested in finding out more about "Friends of the Sister City," please contact the chairperson, Jeanne Mazzoni at jeanne.mazzoni@gmail.com
Exchange Club holds weekly meetings
The Edmonds Exchange Club holds their weekly meeting every Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. at the Pancake Haus in Edmonds.
The Edmonds Exchange Club is a service organization that provides funding and services to local charities in Snohomish County.
To learn more about the Exchange Club, please join them for breakfast or call Roger Dalzell at 425-776-0089.
Household items needed
The YWCA Pathways for Women shelter in Lynnwood is always in need of household items for their families who are moving offsite into transitional housing.
They are in need of silverware, especially forks, new or gently used pots and pans with lids, sets of dishes, glassware, baking pans and cutlery.
Also needed are towels sets and personal care products.
If you would like to donate, please drop off at 6027 208th St SW in Lynnwood between 9:30 and 4:30 Monday through Friday (closed Wed. until 12:30 p.m.) Or for more information, please call 425-774-9843 or 425-258-2766 ext 150.
Edmonds VFW Post 8870 meets monthly
The Edmonds VFW Post 8870 and Edmonds VFW Ladies Auxiliary meets at noon on the second Friday of the month at the South County Senior Center in Edmonds.
Information: Duane/Julie Pounds at 206-362-3935 or quartermaster@vfwpost8870.org.
Community Volunteers Wanted!
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), sponsored by Catholic Community Services, seeks persons over 55 for many interesting and meaningful volunteer opportunities in the community.
There are more than 400 RSVP volunteer opportunities throughout the county, just waiting to be filled.
RSVP enrollees receive free supplemental liability, accident and automobile insurance covering them while they perform their volunteer duties along with an ongoing personal recognition program and the chance to meet new people and learn new skills.
RSVP exists to help volunteers 55+ find fulfillment in their volunteer work and matches your lifetime of skills and experience to the organization of your choice. RSVP is America's largest volunteer network for persons over 55 and the only agency where the collective contribution of the senior volunteer is recorded.
For more information please email John McAlpine at johnm@ccsww.org.
Breast Cancer patient support offered
Trained survivors offer free emotional support to the newly diagnosed, which enhance emotional recovery while going through treatments. They will attend consultations, chemotherapy and radiation appointments. The volunteers will help you to wellness by being a role model, helping you to have quality of life at this critical time. There are volunteers in your community. Visit www.angelcarefoundation.org to learn more.
For assistance phone Angel Care at 206-417-3484 or email angelcare@angelcarefoundation.org.
Volunteers needed
Volunteer Chore Services (VCS) is seeking volunteers to provide low-income elders and disabled adults help with a variety of everyday tasks. Volunteers provide valuable services such as light housekeeping, laundry, shopping, yard work, light meal preparation, and similar independent living requests.
Volunteers are screened, orientated and trained.
The hours are flexible, the work is gratifying and the difference is life affirming!
Please contact Debra Bordsen, Volunteer Chore Services Recruiter at (425) 257-2111 for further information. You CAN make a difference!
Volunteers needed at South County Senior Center/Edmonds
Fun and meaningful volunteer opportunities are available, helping local senior citizens by helping at the South County Senior Center. One area in immediate need of assistance is the Thrift Store where both clerks and cashiers are needed. Retail experience is helpful, but we will be happy to train you for the job. Opportunities for both paid instructors and volunteers include: instructors for watercolor classes, a licensed massage therapist for seated chair massage, an instructor for a self-publishing writers group, and computer instructors. Come have some fun, enjoy our waterfront location, and help our senior community. South County Senior Center is located at 220 Railroad Ave. Call the Center at 425-774-5555 for information.
T.O.P.S. meets weekly
Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a national non-profit weight-loss support group that focuses on pursuing healthy lifestyle choices and goal weight management. T.O.P.S. meets each Tuesday at 9 a.m. at Maplewood Presbyterian Church, 19523 - 84th Ave. W., Edmonds. Visitors are welcome. Info: 425-778-3895 or 425-776-0682.
50-plus singles to meet
A social club for single people age 50 and up meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at Denny's Restaurant (904 North 155th St., Seattle). Other activities include dances, walks, theater, potluck, dining, etc. For more information call 425-771-9301 or 206-364-2977.
Toastmasters meet weekly
Meet over breakfast with a fun group to practice and improve communication and leadership skills. The Edmonds Toastmasters club meets every Friday morning at 7 a.m. in the back room of the Pancake Haus (530 5th Ave S). Come on by for a visit!
For more information call 206-949-8025.
Greater Edmonds Chamber of Commerce Visitor's Log Cabin -volunteer opportunities
The Greater Edmonds Chamber of Commerce has positions open for volunteers at the Log Cabin Visitor's Bureau in beautiful downtown Edmonds.
The Log Cabin is open from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Volunteers at the Log Cabin provide visitors with information about Chamber and City activities, events, lodging, shopping, and dining in Edmonds, as well as information about living and working in Edmonds.
This is a great way to get involved in the Edmonds community. If you are interested please contact the Log Cabin at 425-776-6711.