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Mutt March 2012 & Relay For Life

“Two Days — Two Events — Benefiting All” happening at McCollum Park this June 2nd & 3rd. The annual Mutt March and Relay for Life are joining forces this year to provide two days of fun activities and entertainment, all the while benefiting their respective causes. The Mutt March starts on Saturday morning when it is expected that around 500 dog owners will take a leisurely 5k walk on the North Creek Trail & return through the City of Mill Creek’s Town Center. After the walk, there will be demonstrations, the YMCA dog costume contest and other prizes & giveaways. Funds raised through the Mutt March will benefit ChaseAway K9 Cancer & local food banks through Rotary First Harvest. 

Then starting at 2:00PM on Saturday The American Cancer Society Relay For Life will begin activities that will last through the night until 9:00AM Sunday. Do tell.

There’s still time to get involved – how will you be included?

For more information see previous blog post & for even more information go to: www.RelayForLife.org/millcreekwa  and  www.k9muttmarch.org

Activities, Kids, People, Uncategorized

Caspar Babypants Returns!

The music group Caspar Babypants returns to the University Bookstore in Mill Creek on Saturday April 21st. The show, generously sponsored by Top Pot Doughnuts starts at 10:30AM. So, get there early to get a good spot, because these shows are extremely popular.

Some reviews from the band website:

“Caspar Babypants isn’t music for just kids it’s fantastically hooky, cool, authentic pop. Chris Ballew is master and has proven it in two bands now.” Stone Gossard-Pearl Jam

“Caspar Babypants makes exquisitely hummable, catchy tunes, like top 40 for the under 4 set. Great for singing games, car trips, for getting the whole family to sing together.” – Gunnar Madsen – Musician & children’s artist

Caspar Babypants is Chris Ballew from the band, Presidents of the United States making music for kids (and their parents & grandparents). For more information about the band visit http://babypantsmusic.com

 

 

 

 

Activities, Food, People, Uncategorized

Mill Creek Women’s Club

On March 8, 2012, The Mill Creek Women’s Club was awarded the International Rose Day Award by the Zonta Club of Everett. Zonta International’s mission is “advancing the status of women worldwide.” The award reads as follows:  “The Yellow Rose presented to you [The Mill Creek Women’s Club] from the Zonta Club of Everett is in recognition of your service to the Snohomish County community in your work to improve the status of women.”

Mill Creek Women’s Club began as a social club in 1983. The objective of the club is the promotion of friendship, social connections & philanthropic spirit among members. Membership in the Mill Creek Women’s Club is open to women in the greater Mill Creek area. The annual dues are $30, payable at the April & May meetings.

Monthly meetings are held September through May at the Mill Creek Country Club. These meetings begin with a time to socialize at 10:30AM followed by an enrichment program at 11:00 and a delicious lunch served at 12 Noon.

As for the philanthropic part, the MCWC has designated the YWCA Pathways for Women of Snohomish County as their primary focus. Pathways for Women reaches out to over 1000 women each & every year in Snohomish County, helping them to help themselves & their families become independent. During the December meeting, through the 2011 Auction, MCWC rose over $15,000 to support Pathways!

In March, donations of gently used purses, scarves, & jewelry were collected to benefit the YWCA Pathways for Women’s Working Wardrobe. In addition, The MCWC has over 35 volunteers each & every week supporting the efforts of Working Wardrobe.

The MCWC organizes socials to such places as The Northwest Women’s Show, Lynnwood Culinary School, Molbak’s Nursery, and an evening at UW Bookstore &  dinner at Tablas in Mill Creek Town Center.

Coming up on April 18th, the program for the luncheon will feature Marilee Simpson from My Garden, a full serve nursery focusing on the small garden. My Garden was voted King 5 Evening Magazine’s 2012 Best in Washington in the Home and Garden Category. Do tell.

The deadline to reserve your place for the April Program & luncheon is Thursday, April 12 by 11:30AM. If you are not a member yet visit www.millcreekwomensclub.com to learn about the Mill Creek Women’s Club & membership. Contact Membership Chair, Kathleen Corbriere by phone: 425-357-6239 or email: membershipmcwc@gmail.com

Much of the information for this story was obtained from Melissa Akers, Publicity Chair  & directly from the club website. Thank you.

 

 

Services

Staples Offers Free Shredding

Going through all those tax documents and receipts? Time to toss the ones you no longer need? Is it time to clean out that home office?  Staples stores, including our very own Staples in Mill Creek, will offer free paper shredding ( old bank statements, sensitive documents, etc.) up to 5 pounds through the end of March 2012. After 5 pounds there will be a charge of 79¢ per pound. The actual shredding is handled by Iron Mountain, a company which specializes in information management systems. Do Tell.

Staples Mill Creek is located in the Mill Creek Plaza next door to the Albertson’s grocery. Remember this special offer expires on March 31, 2012 when the cost will return to 79¢ per pound.

People, Services, Shopping, Uncategorized

Elle Marie Hair Studio Honored

Congratulations are in order!

Elle Marie Hair Studio owned by Colleen Buck, Jody Bossert and Lorry Green recently was named to the SALON TODAY 200 by SALON TODAY magazine, the top business publication for salon and spa owners. It was Elle Marie’s third recognition in as many years.

The magazine honored applicants in 11 different best practice categories, including Compensation and Benefits, Retention and Referral Programs, Customer Service, Recruitment and Training, Advanced Education, Marketing, Environmental Sustainability, Philanthropy, Retail and Merchandising, Technology, and Sales Growth. Elle Marie Hair Studio was honored in both the Growth and Marketing categories.

The Elle Marie Team
The Elle Marie Hair Studio Team

“We take great pride in our ability to stay on the cutting edge of the industry, not only with regards to hair fashion, but with our salon business practices as well,” says Bossert. “Being named to the Salon Today 200 with so many other amazing salons is an honor and confirms that our strategies are consistent with the most elite salons in the country. We continually review and update our salon strategies with the goal of providing our guests with the ultimate salon experience and a hairstyle that has them brimming with confidence as they walk out the door.”

Elle Marie Hair Studio is a Redken Elite hair salon that opened its first location in August of 2006 in Bothell (near Mill Creek), a second location in June of 2012 in Lake Stevens, WA (near Snohomish) and has plans in motion to open a third salon this summer (location to be announced shortly). Do tell.

Elle Marie features the Redken, Pureology and Sexy Hair product lines as well as So.Cap. and Hotheads hair extensions and Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy.

Follow the Elle Marie Hair Studio on  Facebook: ellemarie  Twitter: @ellemariehair & YouTube: ellemarie

Elle Marie Hair Studios  in Mill Creek/Bothell:

17917 Bothell-Everett Hwy, Ste. 102 Bothell, WA 98012  425-402-1900

& Lake Stevens/Snohomish:

9623 32nd St. SE, Ste. B102 Lake Stevens, WA 98252 425-397-8883

Activities, Kids

High School Musical

Gateway Middle School Drama Club will be present High School Musical this Friday & Saturday,  Feb 24th & 25th  7:00PM at Gateway Commons.

HIgh School Musical (2006) was originally produced as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  Immensely popular with teens and tweens, it won Emmy awards for Outstanding Choreography & Outstanding Children’s Program and Billboard’s Soundtrack Album of the year for 2006. Do tell.

Find Gateway Middle School located just east of Mill Creek at:  15407 Silver Firs Dr., Everett, WA 98208.

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Mill Creek Strategic Plan Open House

“Help Shape Mill Creek’s Future!” 

The City of Mill Creek will be hosting a Strategic Plan Open House/Workshop on Wednesday,  February 22nd. Plan to come to the City Council Chambers located at 15728 Main St., Mill Creek from 5:30- 7:30 PM. This will be an excellent opportunity to learn more about the final draft version of the City’s Strategic Plan.

The document is also available for perusal on the City of Mill Creek Website www.cityofmillcreek.com

The format for this event will be a drop-in/open house between 5:30-6:30 followed by a presentation & discussion at 6:30. During the open house and after the presentation there will be opportunities to provide your comments to the City Councilmembers and staff.

For further information, please contact Camille Chriest at 425-921-5726 or email her at camillec@cityofmillcreek.com

To learn more about the City’s Strategic Planning Process you may also go directly to the Strategic Plan website:  www.millcreek-plan.org

Information provided by Camille Chriest, City of Mill Creek.

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Relay for Life Info Night 1/26/12

Relay for LifeDue to the snow & icy weather conditions in  Mill Creek The 1st Annual Relay for Life in Mill Creek information night was rescheduled from January 18 to January 26th. It will be held from 7-8PM at Merrill Gardens located in Mill Creek at 14905 Bothell-Everett Hwy, Mill Creek 98012.

Everyone is welcome! Come to learn about this great event and all the different ways  you can support and participate. Do Tell.

For more information please read my previous blog post dated January 11th or visit  http://www.relayforlife.org/millcreekwa  and visit/Like the event Facebook page at http://tinyurl.com/7zfw5u9

Activities, Kids, People, Uncategorized, Weather and ambience

Let it Snow

Woke up Sunday morning to falling snow. It is always so pretty in Mill Creek with the variety of trees covered in snow. Went out on the porch to smell the fresh crisp cold air. I am always amazed at the silence the snow brings.

I am guessing there was an accumulation of about 4-5 inches at this point, and it was the really good packable stuff for snow-men, snow-women and snow-ball fights.

Later in the day, kids of all ages drove & walked to some of the better known hills on the golf course, i.e. holes #14 & #15, to slip and slide. The drawback? The walk back up the hill to do it all over again. Cars lined Village Green Drive at an access point to the slopes, er. . . I mean, golf course.

A festive atmosphere prevailed with colorful coats, hats, sleds popping out against the white. Parents stood with coffee mugs watching the fun; some joined in on the sleds & saucers. Children laughed & squealed. Heard one story, I did not witness myself, that a “Grandma” riding with the grandchild took a “jump” they did not see coming, caught some big air and flipped over to the delight of, I am guessing “almost” everyone. Do tell.

 

 

People, Services, Uncategorized

Columbia Funding Mortgage Expands

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Columbia Funding Mortgage now has two locations in Mill Creek to serve their clients. I recently attended an open house to celebrate the opening of their spacious new offices in the Sydney Plaza Building — 15906 Mill Creek Blvd — Suite 108. The original location — 15418 Main Street  — Suite 102 in Mill Creek Town Center is still a warm, friendly, professional place to consult with mortgage experts,  but now the Sydney Plaza office offers clients added flexibility and accessibility with attractive and comfortable spaces.

Led by Branch manager, Steve Knox, Columbia Funding Mortgage excels in giving clients great rates and excellent service. From their website:

Our goal is to provide such outstanding expertise, communication and service that you will be compelled to refer us to your friends and family.

  • We will treat you with respect
  • We will give you the information you need to make an informed loan decision
  • We will patiently answer all of your questions
  • We will regularly provide you with loan status updates
  • We will return your telephone calls or other information inquiries in a timely manner
  • We will always be honest with you
  • After your loan closes our relationship with you is just beginning. We want you to consider us your loan advisor for life and call upon us anytime you have a question related to mortgage financing.

In addition, Steve and his wife Linda believe in investing in the community.  With Columbia Funding Mortgage, they took on the organization and administration of  the Run of the Mill 5K Run/Walk in 2006and turned it into an event in which 100% of the entry fees are  allocated to community programs.

For more information on the Company, the Team and services call 425-357-1044 (Sydney Plaza) or 425-341-2222 (Mill Creek Town Center) or visit the Columbia Funding Mortgage website: http://cfundingmortgage.com