CLASSES

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.

Financial Planning for Women: Tues. 7/15-8/12, 6:30-8:30pm; Evt. Comm. College Continuing Education, 2000 Tower St., Evt. Discover how easy it is to save, invest, and work toward your financial goals. Instructor: Diana Jackson, Edwards Jones Financial Advisor. $45. To register call 425-267-0150 or mail registration fee to 2000 Tower St., Evt., WA 98201 or by going to Enrollment Services office in Jackson Center on campus.

ESL (English as a second language): Mons., 10-11:30am; 1st Baptist Church in downtown L.S. Free childcare. Call L.S. Family Center 425-397-7433 for more info.

CPR class: Every 3rd Tue., 6-9:30pm. Fee: $35. Sign up at Family Ctr. 425-397-7433

Financial Planning for Women: Tues. 7/15-8/12, 6:30-8:30pm; Evt. Comm. College Continuing Education, 2000 Tower St., Evt. Discover how easy it is to save, invest, and work toward your financial goals. Instructor: Diana Jackson, Edwards Jones Financial Advisor. $45. To register call 425-267-0150 or mail registration fee to 2000 Tower St., Evt., WA 98201 or by going to Enrollment Services office in Jackson Center on campus.

Soup Kitchen in Granite Falls: Mons., 5:30-8pm at the back door of Granite Falls Bible Church, 509 S. Granite Ave. Open to anyone in need.

New Women's Barbershop Group: Voices Northwest meets every Mon., 7-9:30pm; Bridge Church, 2500 Lake Ave., Snohomish. For more info. call 360-794-4426 or www.voicesnorthwest.org.

Sanctuary Ministries' Community Clothing Closet: Every Thur., 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 425-334-9558 for more details.

Old Time Fiddlers: Fri. 7/25 at 5pm at the old Arlington High School, 135 S. French St. Celtic jam, 5pm; workshop, 6pm; circle jam, 7pm. Music, jamming and snacks throughout the evening. From Thur. 7/10 through Sat. 7/12 we will be at our annual Campout at the Stanwood/Camano Fairgrounds; everyone is invited! Free family entertainment; listeners and acoustic musicians of all ages (and their instruments) welcome! Contact Noel, 360-691-5907.

Lake Stevens Farmers' Market: Thursdays, 5pm-Sunset; North Cove Park, downtown L.S. Visit www.downtownlakestevensfarmersmarket.org.

Norwegian Pancake Breakfast: Every 3rd Sat., 7:30-11:30am. Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 2111 - 117th Ave. NE, Lake Stevens. Suggested donation: $5. 425-334-0421.

Snohomish Farmers' Market: Thru Sept. 25; located on First St. and Cedar Ave. Come ready to sample certified organic fruit, vegetables and berries. Our select vendors also offer farm-fresh, cage-free eggs, nursery stock, local honey, fresh baked goods, beautifully arranged cut flowers, and one-of-a-kind crafts made by our local artisans. For more info. contact Karen Erickson, SFM Manager 360-862-9087, snohomishfarmersmarket@gmail.com or Kirsten McClure, Market PR 360-568-7974, kmcclure00@aol.com.

Monroe Farmer's Market: Parking lot behind the Old City Hall building in the 200 block of East Main St., Monroe. Local farmers, growers and crafters are encouraged to reserve a booth now to sell their goods to local residents. To apply for a booth at the market, or for more info., contact Lynn Gose at 360-794-4926 or email GoMonroeMarket@aol.com. Proceeds benefit the non-profit Monroe Historical Society.

Monroe Community Concert Band: The Band is sounding great but they need your help to fill a couple of spots. If you played in the high school band, even many years ago, or you have played an instrument and always wanted to join a group, here is your chance. We need clarinet players and percussion players. The band currently has about 50 members and we have a great time getting together every Thur. to practice. We perform five or six times a year. Practices are held at the Good Hope Fellowship Church at 1016 W. Main St. in Monroe. For more info. go to monroeconcertband@gmail.com.

The Sno. Co. Center for Battered Women needs your old cell phones!: For more info. please call Julie at 425-259-2827 ext. 13 or email julie@snococbw.org.

The Jazzinators: Now in their sixth year, this community jazz ensemble is open to all instruments and ability levels. Rehearsals begin Tue. 6/24 and meet on Tues., Weds., and Thurs. through July 15 at 7pm in Arlington. If you are interested in becoming a Jazzinator call 360-689-7766, email jazzinators@earthlink.net.

Auditions for Smoke On The Mountain: Sun. 7/13 and Mon. 7/14; Sky Valley Education Center, 17072 Tye St. SE, Ste. 118, Monroe. We are looking for 3 women and 4 men, 16-60. Instruments needed are guitar, mandolin, banjo, upright bass, piano, fiddle, and tambourine. This is folk/gospel style music so please come prepared with a song from the folk genre. This is an extensive show with actors playing instruments and singing tight harmonies. Please bring your instrument with you to accompany yourself or sheet music. The audition will consist of your 1-2 min. song and a cold reading. Please contact fortheloveoftheater@hotmail.com or 425-327-4700 to schedule your audition appointment.

Community Supper: Thurs., 5-7pm. Hosted by various community groups. Free to all at Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 117th and 22nd St. Info: 425-334-0421.

Divorce Lifeline: Offering adult therapy groups led by Masters level therapists. For more info. 206-694-5788, email braynor@lcsnw.org or go to divorcelifeline.org.

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.

Pancake/Waffle Breakfast: 1st Sat., 8:30-10:30am. St. Michael's Catholic Church, Snohomish. $4 adults, $3 kids. Proceeds to go towards seniors programs. Info: 360-568-0934.

The Lake Stevens Community Food Bank is open for food distribution Thursdays from 1:30 pm to 7 pm. The Food Bank is located at 2111 117th Avenue NE. Info: 425-334-3430.

Hard Card Bingo: Tues., 11 a.m. Granite Falls Senior Center. Info: 360-691-7177.

Bingo: Wednesdays, 7pm. Granite Falls Senior Center, (anyone over 12 with parent can play). Info: 360-691-7177.

Eagles Bingo: Mon. 7pm: Play bingo at the Granite Falls Eagles Club, 402 N. Granite Ave. $5 buy in, kitchen open at 5pm

FOR PARENTS

La Leche League: 3rd Mons. 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.

MOPS: 1st and 3rd Wed., 9:45am-12pm, 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. Starting Sept. 25, call 425-334-9181 or 360-653-6467.

HEALTH

Weight loss: Mondays, 6:45pm: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) offers help at Ebenezer Lutheran Church’s Fireside Room, at 117th Ave. N and 22nd NE in Lake Stevens. Info: Judy, 425-252-9405.

Angel Care Breast Cancer Foundation: Trained survivors offering free emotional support to the newly diagnosed. Will attend consultations and other appointments. Visit our web site at www.angelcarefoundation.org to learn more about us. For assistance call 206-417-3484 or email angelcare@angelcarefoundation.org.

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.

Cascade Horse Club: 2nd & 4th Fridays, 7:30pm: Cascade Horse Club, a chapter of the Back Country Houseman of Washington, meets at the Senior Center in downtown Lake Stevens. New members and vistors welcome. Info: Linda, 425-334-9598 or Barbara, 425-334-6010.

Lake Stevens City Council, 1st and 3rd Mondays, 7 pm.

DAC Chapter: 2nd Saturdays, 10:00am: The Pilchuck Chapter of Daughters of American Colonists meets. Info: 360-435-3298.

Lake Stevens Chamber of Commerce, 2nd Mondays, 11:30 am: Meetings are held at the Lake Stevens School District’s Educational Service Center - Community Room.

Networking: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30am: 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 or 425-387-3875.

Toastmasters Club: Thurs., 12-1pm: Tulalip Inn, Marysville. Everybody is welcome to join. Info: 360-651-3380.

Youth Substance Abuse/Violence Prevention Coalition: 1st Monday, 3rd Thursday, 5pm: Lake Stevens School District ESC, Room B.

VOLUNTEERS

"Serendipity Actors Troupe" - Would you like to change a Seniors' day from ordinary to extraordinary? Would you like to have FUN while contributing to your local community? The "Serendipity Actors Troupe" is a non-profit traveling actors organization that will travel to local retirement homes once a month to entertain our Seniors. We are looking for actors (any age); script writers (short skits and plays); and stagehands. Please contact Brenda Kindred at 425-760-9141.

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.

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 yard appreciated for our seniors. Toll free 866-472-6903 or email us at StitchFromHeart@aol.com. Our web site is www.StitchesFromTheHeart.org.

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.

Compassionate Volunteers Needed! Join us for a FREE Volunteer Information Session held on the third Wed. of each month, alternating between daytime and evening sessions. Learn more about our volunteer opportunities, and bring a friend if you'd like. To register and to get driving/parking information call Kari, at least two days prior, at 425-261-4804.

Volunteers needed to assist vulnerable adults: 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 residents of these facilities lack a volunteer ombudsman, who serves as an advocate, educator, investigator and problem solver. 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. Volunteers receive four days of training and are asked to volunteer four hours a week. Expenses, including mileage, are reimbursed. The Snohomish County Long Term Care Ombudsman Program will offer a four-day training session on Sept. 17-18, 23-24. For more info. contact Michal Glauner at 425-388-7393 or michal.glauner@co.snohomish.wa.us.

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.

The Snohomish County Republican Party is seeking community volunteers to represent their neighbors and to be a voice in the policy-making arm of the party as Precinct Committee Officers (PCO's). Elected PCO's represent their neighborhoods at the District, County, and State Conventions. Info: Stacy Rooney or Bob Clark at 425-258-3435 or e-mail us at SNOGOP@Yahoo.com. Check out our website at: http://www.snocogop.com/main/.

The Senior Peer Counseling programs: looking for volunteers age 55 and older to provide counseling support to seniors who are struggling to cope with life transitions. Training available. Info: 425-290-1252 or rholsinger@swssc.org.

DRIVERS WANTED: Catholic Community Services needs transporters, must be at least 21, valid driver’s license and safe, running vehicle. You will transport client’s to and from doctors appts. Volunteer position, mileage reimbursement. Info: 425-257-2111, ext. 3374.

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.

EquiFriends:  Located in Snohomish, this non-profit organization is seeking volunteers for their Therapeutic Equestrian Program for people with disabilities.  Nationally accredited instructors, specially trained horses, and caring volunteers teach therapeutic and sport riding and more.  Info: 425 -337-1137 or www.eqifriends.org.

Lake Stevens Family Center: The Family Center has many volunteer opportunities available, including: homework tutors, office assistants, youth mentors, and more. Info: 425-397-7433.

Pathways for Women YWCA: Pathways has many great opportunities for individuals, families or groups interested in voluntering. 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.

North County Visitor Center: Share your love of Western Washington with locals and tourists by volunteering at the Information Center located off I-5 at exit 212, near Stanwood and Lynnwood. Answer questions, suggest activities, provide directions, etc. Info: 425-348-5802x13.

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.