Getting Out: Activities to go, do and see
Art
“And the Stitch Goes On”: Jewelry, wall hangings, quilts and more by the Pacific Northwest Needle Arts Guild on display. 1-4 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays through December. Edmonds Museum, 118 Fifth Ave. N. Free. Information: 425-774-0900.
“Land, Fire and Steel”: Functional pottery, acrylic landscape paintings and steel repoussé animals and landscapes. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays through Nov. 30, Arts of Snohomish Gallery, 105 Cedar Ave., Snohomish. Free. Information: 360-568-8648 or www.artsofsnohomish.org.
Women Painters of Washington Holiday Art Show: Assortment of glass, pottery and other works by local artists. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays, through Jan. 3. Arts Council of Snohomish County, 1507 Wall St., Everett. Free. Information: 425-257-8380 or www.artscouncilofsnoco.org.
Polaroid emulsion and image transfers: By Joan Bowers. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 1-5 p.m. Sundays, through Jan. 10, Lynnwood Library Gallery, 19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Free. Information: 425-771-4030.
“Travels on 2″: Watercolor skyscapes by Julie Scandora. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesdays-Saturdays, noon-4 p.m. Sundays, through Jan. 13. Semantics Gallery, 110 Fourth Ave. N., Edmonds. Free. Information: 425-775-3176.
“Reflections in Art” mirror show and silent auction: Mirror art, live music, food and silent auction to benefit the Arts of Snohomish Gallery. 5-8 p.m. Dec. 1, Arts of Snohomish Gallery, 105 Cedar Ave., Snohomish. Free. Registration required: 360-568-8648 or www.artsofsnohomish.org.
Children
Friday Night Out: Parents can drop off children ages 1-7 for a night of stories, activities and snacks. 6-9 p.m. Nov. 30, Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. Cost: $14-$18. Registration: 425-771-0230.
Mom’s morning off: Parents can drop off children ages 3-5 for games, crafts and activities while they run errands or relax. 10 a.m.-noon Dec. 14, Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. S.W. Cost: $12-$13 for the whole family. Registration: 425-776-9173 or www.mltrec.com.
Family craft night: A variety of crafts to make to decorate your home for the holidays. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 14, Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. S.W. Cost: $18-$20 for the whole family. Registration: 425-776-9173 or www.mltrec.com.
Classes
Wreath decorating: Bring a fresh or artificial wreath to decorate with provided supplies. 2-3:30 p.m. Dec. 4, Lynnwood Parks and Recreation, 18900 44th Ave. W. Cost: $23-$25. Registration: 425-771-4030 or recconnect.ci.lynnwood.wa.us.
Car buying: Tips for purchasing a car. 7-8:30 p.m. Dec. 6, Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. Cost: $5. Registration: 425-771-0230 or www.reczone.org.
Pet first aid: Learn how to administer basic first aid for seizures, wounds and broken bones. 7-8:30 p.m. Dec. 12, Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. Cost: $20. Registration: 425-771-0230 or www.reczone.org.
Holiday gift making: Ages 5-7 can make cards, ornaments, gift wrap, mugs and bowls to give to family members. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 27-Dec. 11, Lynnwood Parks and Recreation, 18900 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Cost: $18-$19. Registration: 425-771-4030 or www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us/Parks.
Health
“Natural Weight Loss”: Explore a naturopathic approach to weight loss with Dr. Joshua Rubinstein of Bastyr University. 7 p.m. Tuesday, Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave. W. Free. Information: 425-776-8722.
Music
“The Pains of Love: 17th-Century Songs and Arias”: Vocals accompanied by a lute, harp and viola da gamba. 7 p.m. Nov. 28, Edmonds Library Plaza Room, 650 Main St., Edmonds. Free. Information: 425-771-1933.
Seasonal
Snohomish Home for the Holidays: Santa arrives at noon Friday; photos with Santa, 12:15-4:30 p.m., Waltz Building, 116 Avenue B, Snohomish. Tree-lighting ceremony with live music and entertainment, 5 p.m. Friday, Avenue A and First Street; visit and take photos with Santa, craft table and treats, noon-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Waltz Building, 116 Avenue B. Free. Information: 360-568-2526 or www.cityofsnohomish.com.
Chick N’ Coop Crafts Holiday Bazaar: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Country Village, 23718 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell. Free. Information: www.countryvillagebothell.com.
Edmonds Tree-Lighting Ceremony: Refreshments, Christmas carol sing-a-long, Santa and tree lighting. 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Bell Street and Fifth Avenue South, Edmonds. Free. Information: www.edmondswa.org.
Light Up Monroe: Santa, tree lighting, refreshments, hay rides and music. 2-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Main and Lewis streets, Monroe. Free. Information: 360-794-5488 or www.chamber-monroe.org.
Festival of Trees opening night: Silent auction, hors d’oeuvre buffet, dessert bar, entertainment and dancing among decorated trees to raise money for Providence Children’s Center. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Comcast Arena at Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. Cost: $50. Registration: 425-258-7500.
Festival of Trees Community Open House: View decorated trees, entertainment, children’s activities, refreshments and Santa and Mrs. Claus. Noon-8 p.m. Nov. 28, Comcast Arena at Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. Free. Information: 425-258-7500.
Seniors
Ballroom dancing: Dance to live music. 1-3 p.m. Fridays, South County Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave., Edmonds. Singles welcome. Cost: $3. Information: 425-774-5555 or www.scscEdmonds.org.
Shows
Canary and Finch Show and Exhibition: Cascade Canary Breeders Association annual show, sale, auction and raffle. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. S.E., Building 501, Monroe. Cost: $3-$5. Information: 425-743-5025.
So You Think You Can Dance Tour: The top 10 finalists from the Fox TV show will perform. 8 p.m. Nov. 28, Comcast Arena at Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. Cost: $35-$54.50. Tickets: 866-332-8499 or www.comcastarenaeverett.com.
Sports / outdoors
Avalanche clinic: An avalanche expert will teach techniques for safe travel in avalanche country. 7 p.m. Nov. 28, Alderwood REI, 3000 184th St. S.W., Lynnwood. Free. Information: 425-640-6200.
Skagit bald eagle watch: A float trip with experienced eagle watchers; lunch and all rafting equipment included. 11 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Dec. 9; driving directions provided upon registration. Cost: $74. For ages 6 and up. Registration: 425-771-0230 or www.reczone.org.
Theater
“Metamorphoses”: A play based on Greek and Roman myths. 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 29-30 and Dec. 1, Everett Community College Baker Hall, 2000 Tower St., Everett. Cost: Admission by donation. Not recommended for children 6 and under. Information: 425-388-9525 or www.everettcc.edu.
“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”: 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, through Dec. 16, Wade James Theatre, 650 Main St., Edmonds. Cost: $17-$20. Tickets: 425-774-9600 or www.driftwoodplayers.com.
“A Christmas Carol: Scrooge & Marley”: A new adaptation of the holiday classic where Dickens himself narrates his tale of Scrooge. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, Friday-Dec. 9, the New Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave. Cost: $10-$20. Tickets: 425-258-6766 or www.everetttheatre.org
Travel tips
Italy: Information on Tuscany, Umbria, Florence, Venice and Rome. 10-11:30 a.m. Dec. 1, Rick Steves’ Europe Through the Back Door, 130 Fourth Ave. N., Edmonds. Free. Registration: 425-771-8303, ext. 298, or www.ricksteves.com.
Compiled by Times Snohomish County bureau lead news assistant Laurie Dunlap. Send calendar items to The Times of Snohomish County, 1133 164th St. S.W., Suite 101, Lynnwood, WA 98087. Fax: 425-745-7723. E-mail: north@seattletimes.com.