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West Coast Aquatics to Hold Swim-A-Thon

On Saturday, May 4, 2013 the swimmers of the WEST Coast Aquatics swim team, located in Mill Creek, will be holding an official Swim-a-Thon.

During the Swim-a-Thon, these competitive swimmers, who range in age from 7 to 17, will swim for 2 hours or up to 200 lengths of their pool, that’s 3 miles! And they hope to raise $50,000.00!

Swim-A-Thon is a nationwide program, with 5% of the money raised going to support national swimming programs, such as Make a Splash, through the USA Swimming Foundation.

WEST provides a safe and positive environment for all levels of swimming from beginner to national-level competitive swimming. Swimmers as young as 3-years-old can learn the basics of swimming & water safety,  progress through the WEST Swim School to pre-team & then onto the competitive team. Do tell.

The pool is also used by a water aerobics group and a synchronized swimming team. Each summer kids from the community enjoy the fun and activity of the Summer Swim Team. In the fall and winter, Jackson & Archbishop Murphy High School swim teams practice at WEST. Zumba classes, personal training, and swim team dryland workouts take place in the gym.

Reaching the $50,000.00 fundraising goal will allow WEST to cover facility maintenance costs & remodel the locker rooms. And with all the traffic the locker rooms see on a daily basis, this remodel will benefit all who use the facility. Please help WEST’s swim team surpass their goal!

WEST is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization focused on promoting fitness for life, healthy habits, and maximizing potential as athletes, students, and members of society.

Learn more about WEST and pledge your support of these dedicated swimmers by making a donation at www.WestSwimTeam.com. Or drop-in and swim a few laps!

Contact:

WEST Coast Aquatics

Nick Chevalier

15622 Country Club Drive,

Mill Creek, WA 98012

Tel: 425-379-8806

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Activities, Fundraising, Kids, People, Services, Uncategorized

New Kiwanis Club Being Organized in Mill Creek

PNWGroupLogo3Pacific Northwest District of Kiwanis International, working in concert with citizens of Snohomish County, is forming a Kiwanis Club of Mill Creek. The aim of the new club is to serve the needs of children in Mill Creek & Snohomish County as well as to meet other needs in the community, develop youth leaders, & provide opportunities for leadership, business & social fellowship.

The first pre-organizational meeting will be held in on April 23, 2013, Tuesday, at Volunteers of America, 16300 Motor Place, Lynnwood, WA 98037. The meeting is expected to be held from 7-8PM. Citizens, 18 years or over, interested in improving the community & helping meet the needs of children are welcome to attend the meeting & to become Charter Members of the new Kiwanis Club of Mill Creek. The club is expected to be chartered in May. For all the the latest information on the club & for persons 18 years or over to sign up for Charter Membership online, go to: MillCreekKiwanis.org   You may also contact Jim Garcia, Kiwanis Lt. Governor, by email Contact Jim Garcia

mc_kiwanisAs a member of Mill Creek Kiwanis, Snohomish County citizens will join over 290,000 Kiwanians in more than 80 nations dedicated to serving children & others in need. The Kiwanis theme is Serving the Children of the World, starting with our own communities.

Some 300,000 young people are working in concert with the over 8500 Kiwanis clubs through K-Kids in elementary school, Builders Club in middle school, Key Club in high school & Circle K in colleges and universities.

The Kiwanis Worldwide Service Project, with UNICEF joined forces to eliminate maternal & neonatal tetanus (MNT) from the face of the Earth. Kiwanis & UNICEF in the past tackled iodine deficiency disorders, achieving one of the most significant public health successes of the 20th century. The ELIMINATE project will reach the poorest, most neglected mothers & babies with additional lifesaving health care. The Pacific Northwest District project is to have a world free of childhood cancer through research and care.

If you believe our children are the future, take pride in your community, want to reach out to those in need & you enjoy meeting new people, Kiwanis Club of Mill Creek is for you.

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Bartell Drugs To Help Give “Bear Hugs”

Bartell Drugs is helping to give “bear hugs” to children in stressful or traumatic situations as the Puget Sound area drugstore chain teams up again with Warm 106.9 FM in the annual “Teddy Bear Patrol” campaign, now through March 30.

All 58 Bartell Drugs locations including:

  • Bartell Drugs – Mill Creek  18001 Bothell-Everett Hwy in Bothell
  • Bartell Drugs – Silver Lake  11020 19th Ave SE in Everett.

are designated locations for teddy bear donations. The annual drive puts teddy bears in the hands of community police departments, hospitals & emergency response teams so they may give the bears to children involved in challenging situations.

Over 74,000 bears have been collected over the past several years for this great cause. Do tell.

Donation options at Bartell Drugs stores in King, Snohomish and Pierce counties include:

  1. Purchase an official “Bartell  Bear” for $7.00 to keep or donate & Bartell Drugs will donate a second Bear to the campaign. [Win-win in my book!]
  2. Donate a new or gently used bear, under 12″

For more information on the program & nearby Bartell Drugs locations, visit Bartell Drugs

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Activities, Animals, Fundraising, Kids, People, Uncategorized

May the Force Be With You . . . for Nate’s Little Angel

On February 23, from 4-7PM,  members of the 501st Legion – Garrison Titan Star Wars Premier Charity Organization will be at Gold Creek Church along with members of The Rebel Legion’s Alpha Base to raise funds for Nate’s Little Angel, a Seizure Assist Dog.

This family is fantastic & Nate’s mom is the School Counselor at Forest View Elementary, where she does amazing things to help the students every day.  This is a way we as a community, can give back!

Get photos taken with your favorite Star Wars characters. Enjoy games, food, bouncy houses & much more! Feel free to come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character, too! Do tell.

Gold Creek Church  4326 148th Street SE Mill Creek, WA 98012

Visit Garrison Titan  to learn more about Garrison Titan & the fun work they do.

and also visit Little Angels Service Dogs  to learn more about Little Angels Service Dogs.

 

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Activities, Education, Kids, Public Meetings, Uncategorized

Clearwater School to Host Parents’ Forum

image-3When: Sunday, February 24, 1-2PM

Where: Lake City Branch Seattle Public Library

What: Reluctant to Enthusiastic: A Clearwater Parents’ Forum

Parents at the Clearwater School in Bothell grapple with thorny issues resulting from sending their children to a democratic school. Providing their children with the freedom to be responsible for their own learning can be a daunting endeavor. Parents will discuss issues such as unlimited gaming, learning the fundamentals, how their kids are doing at Clearwater vs. traditional school, and how they themselves handle their difficulties with giving young people control of their lives.

In a radical departure from traditional schooling, Clearwater considers students responsible for their own education. Students choose what they want to do, when they want to do it and with whom and in ways that… serve them best.

Given the freedom to pursue their passions and the infrastructure to take responsibility for their lives, Clearwater students become confident, articulate adults with the skills they need to succeed. They graduate, get jobs, attend college, all without GPAs, transcripts or other stamps of approval that more traditional schools require. Do tell.

Sound Intriguing? Presentation is FREE & open to the public. Parents, students, community imagemembers, educators and journalists are welcome.

To learn more about The  Clearwater School including the history, philosphy of education, visit online: www.clearwaterschool.com

Sunday, February 24, 1:00-2:00PM @ Lake City Branch – Seattle Public Library

which is located @ 12501 28th Ave NE  Seattle, WA 98125   206-684 7518

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Charity Fit Camp – Benefit Boys & Girls Clubs

Run 2 Be Fit is presenting a Charity Fit Camp on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 8:30AM at the Everett Boys & Girls Club —  2316 12th Street in Everett.

This is a self-defense & combat style camp, which is FREE.  But, please bring cash donations to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County. All proceeds from the Fit Camp benefit the Everett Boys & Girls Club. This event is open to all – males & females. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by guardian. Waivers will be signed by all.

Over the years, Boys & Girls Clubs have been a “home” to many amazing children who have grown to be productive, caring, responsible adults. Their goal is to continue this tradition of making a difference in our community. They offer many sports, educational programs, recreational games & teen programs for members ages 5-18. Do tell.

Following the workout there will be a DEMO for Damsel in Defense. Damsel in Defense is about equipping women with the tools to not only keep them safe but also to give them confidence to know that they have a way out if they ever feel threatened. They offer “affordable & adorable products” & education to help women keep safe.

For more info about Run 2 Be Fit & to sign up online for the camp, visit: www.run2befit.com

Call Arnie & Grace Martinez (425) 610-9311 or email them at  info@ru2befit.com

 

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Relay For Life Mill Creek Team Kick-Off 1/23/13

rfl3_RGBLooking to build upon Mill Creek’s successful American Cancer Society Relay for Life event last summer, planning is underway to grow participation to 35 teams and donations to exceed $60,000 this year.  Interested members of the greater Mill Creek community are invited to attend the kick-off meeting at 7:00 pm, Wednesday, January 23 at the former Zen Garden Restaurant at 16300 Mill Creek Blvd.

Relay for Life is a team-oriented event to celebrate cancer survivors, remember those who have been lost to cancer, honor those who are fighting cancer & fight back by raising funds for cancer research & for local cancer support programs.  Teams take turns walking around the track throughout the night, representing the reality that cancer never sleeps.  This year, Mill Creek’s event will be held June 1, 2013 at McCollum Park.

The kick-off meeting on Jan 23 is the right time to come find out more about the event, sign up to form a team or volunteer to help organize & promote the event.  This event is a great way to unite with people in our community who have been affected by cancer, and to use your passion to save lives & create a world with more birthdays. Do tell.

For questions, please contact Event Co-chairs Erin Engen or Mike Todd at

MikeTodd@millcreekmike.com

 

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Coins For Kids Collected @ Mill Creek Merchants

Clothes For Kids Expands Their Coins For Kids Program to Mill Creek

For more than a decade, Clothes for Kids has partnered with schools in the Edmonds School District for its Coins For Kids program. In the last 6 years alone, these Coins For Kids drives have raised more than $175,000 in support of the Clothes For Kids mission to provide back to school wardrobes to eligible Snohomish County school children. This year, Clothes for Kids is excited to extend this very successful program to merchant associations around Snohomish County. Do tell.

The first business community to partner with Clothes For Kids is Mill Creek, led by Kaitlyn Durham from Celsius Salon. Durham says, “The beauty of this drive is its simplicity. Instead of putting your change in your pocket or wallet – add it to the other coins & help Clothes For Kids fulfill their mission.”

The need has never been greater. In the first 43 three days of back to school shopping this year, Clothes For Kids provided school wardrobes to 2,338 children from all over the county for a total of 47,000 pieces of clothing. This represents a 20% increase over the same time period in 2011. With the support of the community, Clothes For Kids can continue to meet the growing demands for our resources.

Look for the Coins For Kids canisters at the following Mill Creek merchants throughout the month of November:

  • Run 26
  • Bella Cleaners
  • Celsius Salon
  • Z Ultimate Defense Studios
  • Reigning Imagination Toys

Since 1984, Clothes for Kids has enhanced the learning environment by meeting the clothing needs of low-income children in Snohomish County. These services are provided to children in the community so they may arrive at school, ready to learn.

If your community is ready to take part in the Coins For Kids drives, please contact the office at 425-741-6500.

For more information please visit www.clothesforkids.org  to discover other ways you can become involved in transforming the lives of Snohomish County school children.

Information & photo courtesy of Clothes For Kids

 

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Activities, Food, Kids, People, Uncategorized

Bingo!

BINGO NIGHT – Fun Affordable Family Event

Back by popular Demand!  Mill Creek Parks & Recreation staff & the Youth Advisory Board Members will be hosting a Bingo Night on Friday, November 9th, 2012 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Heatherwood Middle School Cafeteria (1419 Trillium Boulevard).  Cost is $2 per person plus a canned food donation & that will give you nine game cards, (9 games total)! Canned food items will be donated to the new Mill Creek Food Bank.  Extra game cards are available for purchase at the door ($1 buys 3 game cards).  Treat your family to dinner – a pizza slice and beverage will be sold for $2 per person.  Lots of prizes!!  This is a great inexpensive, fun outing for you & your family. Remember to bring your own crayon/marker for Bingo cards. Do tell.

If you have any questions, please contact the Mill Creek Parks & Recreation Department at (425) 745-1891.

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Activities, Christmas, Food, Kids, Services, Shopping, Uncategorized

Mill Creek Lions Club Holiday Bazaar

The Mill Creek Lions Club is proud to announce their 9th Annual Holiday Bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 17th 2012 at Penny Creek Elementary School — 4117 – 132ND St. SE in Everett, WA in Snohomish County. This is the 4th year the Bazaar will be held at this great location.

53 crafters & artists will be participating in the Holiday Bazaar. The hours are 9:00AM to 5:00PM. The Mill Creek Lions Club will have hot dogs, chili, soup, popcorn, soda pop, coffee, cocoa, hot apple cider, large cookies & more for sale in their snack bar in the cafeteria. Do tell.

Admission is free & everyone gets tickets for hourly drawings.

Mill Creek Lions Club is part of the largest service organization in the world, Lions International, which now has nearly 1.4 million members in 200 countries around the globe. The Mill Creek Club is located in the Community of Mill Creek, half way between Seattle & Everett on the Bothell-Everett Highway. Meetings are held on the 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month at 7:00PM at Shawn O’Donnell’s Restaurant — 122 128th St. SE. Everett, WA 98208. For more information about the Mill Creek Lions Club & the ways in which they serve the community visit: www.millcreeklions.org

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