WINTER/SPRING

EVERETT PARKS & Guide COMMUNITY SERVICES

Follow her lead at the Daddy Daughter Dance, 34

NEW Drop-in water exercise classes, 7 Snowshoe in a world of white, 20 Gear up for sports leagues, 24 Stay active at the Senior Center, 28

JANUARY – APRIL 2019 Registration begins December 3 1 Sunrise at Rotary Park

Swift as a spirit hastening to his task Of glory and of good, the Sun sprang forth Rejoicing in his splendour, and the mask Of darkness fell from the awakened Earth —Percy Bysshe Shelley

2 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 Contents Registration

MAYOR’S MESSAGE ...... 4 RECREATION OFFICE Located at Forest Park, 802 E Mukilteo Blvd, Everett, WA 98203 AQUATICS 425-257-8300 ext 2 | Office hours: 9am-5:30pm, M-F Swim Center ...... 5-6 Inclement weather hotline: 425-257-8399 Water Exercise / Paddleboard ...... 7 Adult Swim Lessons ...... 7 REGISTRATION BEGINS DECEMBER 3 Youth Swim Lessons ...... 8-11 Check, cash, M/C or VISA accepted. Credit and debit cards are always preferred for refund and cancellation purposes. EDUCATION THREE WAYS TO REGISTER Preschool at Forest Park ...... 12 • Online at everettwa.gov/register Gardening ...... 12 • Call 425-257-8300 ext 2 • Visit the Recreation Office HEALTH, WELLNESS & FITNESS FIRST DAY OF REGISTRATION Gymnastics ...... 13 • Registration begins online at 7am. Yoga ...... 14 • Recreation Office opens early at 8am. Fitness ...... 14 • Phone lines open at 9am. Wellness ...... 14-15 • For swim lesson registration see Aquatics pages. Tai Chi ...... 15 CANCELLATIONS OUTDOOR • Call 425-257-8300 ext 2 during business hours or email: Walking ...... 16 [email protected]. If cancelling before a program, class or event starts, a $5 withdrawal fee will be assessed. If cancelling Hiking ...... 17-19 after the start of the program or class, the same withdrawal fee Boating / Kayaking ...... 19 will apply and the customer will pay for any classes that have Cross-Country Skiing ...... 19 passed, regardless of attendance. All trips must be cancelled Showshoeing ...... 20-21 at least 1 week prior to the trip date and are subject to a $5 Overnight Trip ...... 22 withdrawal fee. Trips cancelled less than 1 week prior will forfeit Trips & Tours ...... 22-23 50% of the total trip cost. The remaining 50% will be refunded according to the details below. SPORTS ...... 24 • Refunds to credit cards will be processed within 3-5 business days. GOLF COURSES ...... 25 Refunds over $10 will be processed via check for cash or check PARKS ...... 26-27 payments within 15 business days. Refunds under $10 will remain on the customer account for future use. SENIOR CENTER ...... 28-30 • A full refund will be given for cancellations by Parks and EVENT RENTALS ...... 31-34 Community Services. SPECIAL EVENTS ...... 34 SCHOLARSHIPS NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY • Park scholarships are for Everett residents of all ages. People of all abilities are encouraged to participate in park programs. Reasonable Applications are available at the Recreation Office or online at accommodations are provided with advance notice. everettwa.gov/parks The U.S. Department of the Interior prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age or disability in its federally assisted programs. If anyone • Qualified applicants receive a 70% reduction on an activity. believes he or she has been discriminated against in any Everett Parks & Community The difference is due at the time of registration. The maximum Services program, activity, or facility, he or she may file a complaint alleging scholarship amount is $70. discrimination with the Director, Office for Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department • Based on available funds, applicants will be funded on a first- of the Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240. Everett Parks & Community Services does not discriminate on the basis of disabilities in accordance with the Americans with come basis. Scholarships limited to one activity per quarter per Disabilities Act of 1990. People who believe they have been discriminated against by person. Exception: Youth swim lessons (two per quarter). Everett Parks & Community Services on the basis of disability should file a complaint with the Parks Director. INTERPRETATION ASSISTANCE Everett Parks & Community Services does not discriminate on the basis of gender in accordance with Washington State law and the department’s Community Athletics Available at the Recreation Office Programs Non-Discrimination Policy. Both males and females are provided equal access to community athletics programs and program facilities. The policy which PUBLIC WELCOME TO ATTEND BOARD MEETINGS includes procedures for registering complaints can be found at everettwa.gov/parks. 6pm, second Tuesday of the month For a copy of the annual report, contact the Athletic Office at 425-257-8293. Spruce Hall at Forest Park, 802 E Mukilteo Blvd

PHOTO OPPOSITE PAGE: Susie Howell COVER ILLUSTRATION: Elizabeth Person

3 Mayor’s Message

Thank you volunteers, sponsors and donors.

City of Everett crews work hard to maintain and improve our community’s assets, but we couldn’t do it without the help of our many volunteers. You, the residents and business owners of Everett, truly bring our parks and shared spaces to life! Your sponsorships, donations, and hours spent planting, weeding, maintaining trails, sharing knowledge, and supporting youth and senior programs make a difference that inspires us to work even harder. So, as a New Year opens in Everett, every one of us on the City team would like to extend a heartfelt thank you!

We hope to see you again as winter changes into spring. Bring your friends Mayor Cassie Franklin and her and family to Viva Color, Green Everett partnership work parties, and other daughter volunteer at a parks volunteer opportunities in our parks and community programs. If you have forest restoration event. new ideas for how to help, please feel free to contact us any time.

Warmly, Cassie Franklin Mayor, City of Everett

2018 VOLUNTEERS 2018 SPONSORS 2018 DONORS continued Animal Farm volunteers Brookdale Retirement Community Target Animal Shelter volunteers Cascadian Place Jennifer Thorgeson Athletic Department volunteers Diamond Veterinary Clinic Trader Joe’s Arbor Day volunteers Everett High School NJROTC Vander Vate family Beach Watchers of Everett Garden Court Retirement Community Westa Sports The Boeing Company Grandview Village Boy Scouts Troop 20 Housing Hope Camp Patterson day camp volunteers McClain Insurance Services Carl Gipson Senior Center volunteers Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital Church of Jesus Christ of LDS, Silver Lake Total Rental Code 10 day camp volunteers Washington Oaks Retirement Home Comcast Everett WSU Cooperative Extension 4-H Corvus Construction Disc Golf Northwest 2018 DONORS Earth Day volunteers At Large Brewing Company & Taproom Evergreen Arboretum & Gardens Central Market Everett Christian School Craven Farm Everett Safe Parks Arwy Deeks Everett Salmon & Steelhead Youth Org Delite Bakery Evergreen Fly Fishing Club Evergreen Arboretum & Gardens Forterra Greg & Eileen Hordyk Green Everett Day volunteers Kind Green Everett Partnership Meghan Mares-Watson Naval Station Everett Martin Farms North Sound Sea Kayaking Association Pilchuck Audubon Society Ocean Research College Academy QFC Port Gardner Rotary REI Mary and Steve Heileson and Port of Everett Regence friends of Everett Safe Parks Stillaguamish Tribes Sea Cloud Morgans Viva Color, downtown volunteers Silver Cup Coffee Viva Color, Mukilteo Blvd volunteers Snohomish Conservation District Wells Fargo Bank Sno-Isle Co-op Windermere Sound Salmon Solutions Stadium Flowers

4 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 Forest Park Swim Center

INDOOR POOL, SAUNA & HOT TUB STATE HEALTH REGULATIONS 802 E Mukilteo Blvd | 425-257-8309 | Recorded line: 425-257-8312 Children who are not toilet-trained must wear swim diapers and rubber pants. Small children should be taken to the bathroom often GENERAL ADMISSION to avoid pool contamination. Youth 17 and under ...... $4.25 Adult 18-61...... $5.00 DRY SAUNA & HOT TUB, 16 yrs+ Senior 62+ ...... $4.25 General admission includes sauna and hot tub use. The hot tub Special Needs ...... $4.25 temperature is 100-102 degrees F. Consult your physician before use Family Discount ...... $12.00 if you are pregnant or taking medications. The family discount is for up to 5 people living in the same household including no more than 2 adults. OPEN SWIM Children 6 and 7 years old may participate in open swim by wearing DISCOUNT CARDS 10 swims, no refunds a life jacket and must remain in the shallow area of the pool. Parents Youth and Senior ...... $38.25 must be present in the facility. Children 8 and older may participate Adult ...... $45.00 in open swim without being accompanied by an adult. Special Needs...... $38.25 Family...... $108.00 LAP SWIM ETIQUETTE Share lanes using circle swimming and speed guidelines. Children LOCKERS 12-15 years may participate ONLY when accompanied by an adult Single day-use lockers are provided in the locker rooms. Bring your into the water. Otherwise, children 12-15 years may ONLY use the lap own lock, purchase one at the Swim Center for $8 or rent a lock for lane during open swim. 25 cents. A few coin operated units are in the women’s locker room. Per single use: 25 cents PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS For more information call 425-257-8309. FACILITY TOURS & SWIM TESTS Swim Center tours and swim tests are available upon request. To GROUP SWIM schedule an appointment call 425-257-8309. Groups of 10 or more may schedule a group swim during open swim times. Call 425-257-8309 for reservations. CLOTHING, GEAR & FOOD Masks, fins and snorkels are subject to the approval of the supervisor PARTY AT THE POOL! on duty. Street clothes are not allowed in the pool. Guests wearing Play on our inflatable obstacle course and follow with a party on street clothes must stay in designated viewing areas, along with any the pool deck! Recommended for ages 8 and up. Available 12-2pm food or beverage. on Saturdays and Sundays. Up to 25 swimmers: $219. To reserve call 425-257-8300, ext. 2. ILLNESS Persons with an infectious illness, vomiting or diarrhea within the last 14 days should not enter the pool.

Cowabunga! Hang out at the pool during open swim!

5 POOL SCHEDULE January 1-April 30

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

6-8:30am LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM

LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM 1 lane 1 lane 1 lane 1 lane 1 lane SWIM LESSONS 8:30-10:30am 9am-12pm WATER EXERCISE WATER EXERCISE WATER EXERCISE WATER EXERCISE WATER EXERCISE SWIM LESSONS LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM 9am-12pm 10:30am-12pm LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM 10am-12pm WATER EXERCISE WATER EXERCISE

LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM POOL RENTALS POOL RENTALS 12-1:30pm 12-2pm 12-2pm OPEN SWIM OPEN SWIM OPEN SWIM OPEN SWIM OPEN SWIM

OPEN SWIM OPEN SWIM 2:30-4pm POOL CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC FOR USE BY HIGH SCHOOL SWIM TEAMS 2-4:30pm 2-4:30pm

LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM LAP SWIM 5-6:30pm 3 lanes 3 lanes 3 lanes 3 lanes 3 lanes POOL CLOSURES January 1 WATER EXERCISE WATER EXERCISE WATER EXERCISE WATER EXERCISE 6:30-7:30pm 6:45-7:30 6:30-7:30 6:45-7:30 6:30-7:30 January 21 February 18 *SWIM LESSONS OPEN SWIM *SWIM LESSONS OPEN SWIM OPEN SWIM March 25-29 6:30-CLOSE 6:30-7:45 6:30-8:30 6:30-7:45 6:30-8:30 6:30-8:30

*NEW SWIM LESSON TIMES

6 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 Paddleboard

PADDLEBOARD YOGA SERIES 18/up Water Exercise Drop-In Classes Experience the benefits of yoga and the tranquility of water together, while stretching through yoga poses atop a floating Forest Park Swim Center keeps getting paddleboard. Classes focus on balance, core strength and movement. 3434 W Jan 9-Jan 23 6:45-7:45 pm $65 better! Water exercise customers now have 3435 W Mar 6-Mar 20 6:45-7:45 pm $65 the flexibility to choose how they pay and STAND UP PADDLEBOARD FITNESS 18/up when they visit. SUP FIT is a fun body workout that combines the challenge of balancing on a stand up paddleboard with the movement of body 1 DROP-IN CLASS: $7 weight exercise. Classes focus on core stength, balance 10-CLASS PUNCH CARD: $60 and movement. • Punch cards are good for ANY 3212 M Feb 4-Feb 25 6:45-7:45 pm $65 ongoing water exercise class! NEW! 3213 M Apr 15-Apr 29 6:45-7:45 pm $65 • On sale Dec 1 for use starting Jan 2. • Expires after 90 days.

No classes Jan 21, Feb 18, Mar 25-29

AQUATIC AEROBICS 18/up Build strength, streamline your body and practice a healthy lifestyle. Develop new friendships, and have fun in this shallow water class. Instructor: Kate Livingston M, W, F 9:30-10:30 am Tu, Th 8:30-9:30 am

CARDIO WATER FITNESS 18/up Cardio counts when it comes to overall health and weight loss. This fast paced water exercise class delivers continuous movement followed by abdominal strengthening and stretches. Instructor: Leslie Sutherland Tu, Th 6:30-7:30 pm

HYDROBICS 18/up Start the day off right! Align your body, strengthen your core and increase your endurance with a combination of shallow and deep water movement. Instructor: Kate Livingston M, W, F 8:30-9:30 am

JOCK AND JILL 18/up Get ready for an intense workout designed to improve cardiovascular health and tone muscles. Spend 45 minutes stretching, jogging, kicking, boxing and exercising abs. Instructor: Kate Livingston M, W 6:45-7:30 pm Paddleboard Yoga = balance + core strength SILVER SPLASH 55/up Gently exercise your body and flex your social life while you stretch, tone and chat in shallow water. Non-swimmers welcome. Instructor: Kate Livingston Adult Swim Lessons Tu, Th 9:30-10:30 am ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS 15/up Overcome your fear of water by learning basic skills in a safe setting. TWINGES IN THE HINGES 18/up Or improve your swimming skills with our instructor’s help. Flow into a gentle water fitness routine designed especially 3334 M, W Jan 2-Jan 23 7:15-7:45 pm $36 for people who have arthritis. This fun, social class helps 3335 M, W Jan 28-Feb 20 7:15-7:45 pm $42 to strengthen core muscles and build range of motion. 3336 M, W Feb 25-Mar 20 7:15-7:45 pm $48 Instructor: Marianne Pugsley 3337 M, W Apr 1-Apr 24 7:15-7:45 pm $48 Tu, Th 10:30-11:15 am No classes Jan 21, Feb 18

7 Youth Swim Lessons

TINY TOT, 6 months-3 yrs able to swim on front and back for five feet. BEGINNER 1, SEASTAR, 6-14 yrs Infants and toddlers with little or no water SKILLS TAUGHT: Begin mastering basic Beginners with little or no water exposure discover the pool with help from swim strokes. experience learn basic swimming skills, their parents. floating, front and back strokes and water PRESCHOOL 3, FLOUNDER, 3-5 yrs safety. SUPER BABY, 2-3 yrs PREREQUISITES: Pass Jellyfish; able to swim on Toddlers get ready for independent swim front for 10 feet, take a breath and continue to BEGINNER 2, SEAL, 6-14 yrs lessons with help from their parents and an swim; able to swim on back with arms and legs PREREQUISITES: Pass Seastar; able to float instructor. for 10 feet. SKILLS TAUGHT: Strive for mastery by themself; able to swim crawl stroke of crawl stroke, backstroke and elementary with a breath at least 15 feet. SKILLS PRESCHOOL 1, MINNOW, 3-5 yrs backstroke. WATER DEPTH: 4’6” TAUGHT: Strive for mastery of crawl stroke Preschoolers with little or no water exposure with side breathing and backstroke. learn basic swimming skills and safety. ADVANCED PRESCHOOL, 4-6 yrs WATER DEPTH: 4’6” PREREQUISITES: Pass Flounder; able to swim in PRESCHOOL 2, JELLYFISH, 3-5 yrs good form crawl stroke with side breathing and INTERMEDIATE, DOLPHIN, 6-14 yrs PREREQUISITES: Pass Minnow; comfortable elementary backstroke. PREREQUISITES: Pass Seal; able to going under water; can float unassisted; SKILLS TAUGHT: Refine basic strokes; build swim in good form crawl stroke with endurance; learn breaststroke and butterfly. side breathing 30 feet, back stroke 20 WATER DEPTH: 12 feet feet, elementary backstroke 30 feet; are comfortable in deep water. SKILLS TAUGHT: Refine crawl strokes; introduce MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, JAN 28-FEB 20 MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, JAN 2-23 breaststroke and dolphin kick; build 7 lessons, 30 min each, $38.50, no class Feb 18, registration begins Jan 7 6 lessons, 30 min each, $33, no class Jan 21, registration begins Dec 10 endurance. WATER DEPTH:12 feet. Swim Levels 9:15am 9:50am 1:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6pm 6:35pm 7:10pm

Swim Levels 9:15am 9:50am 1:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6pm 6:35pm 7:10pm ADVANCED, ORCA, 6-16 yrs Tiny Tot 2749 2750 PREREQUISITES: Pass Dolphin; able to swim Tiny Tot 2529 2528 Super Baby 2753 continuously for 5 minutes; able to swim Super Baby 2551 the crawl stoke in good form for 45 feet, P1 Minnow 2812 2813 2814 2815 2816 2817 3393 3394 P1 Minnow 2552 2553 2554 2555 2556 2557 3385 3386 backstroke and elementary backstroke. P2 Jellyfish 2823 2824 2825 SKILLS TAUGHT: Continue to refine all P2 Jellyfish 2573 2574 2575 competitive strokes; learn diving and P3 Flounder 2832 2831 P3 Flounder 2586 3418 advanced skills. Adv. Preschool 2859 2834 3395 WATER DEPTH:12 feet. Adv. Preschool 2594 2595 3389 B1 Seastar 2838 2839 2840 2841 3396 3397

B1 Seastar 2601 2602 2603 2604 3387 3388 COMPETITIVE READINESS, B2 Seal 2845 2846 2847 2848 2849 3398 3399 STINGRAY, 6-18 yrs B2 Seal 2618 2620 2621 2622 2623 3390 3391 PREREQUISITES: Pass Orca; all strokes Int. Dolphin 2854 2855 2856 Int. Dolphin 3379 2636 2637 must be in good form; able to swim for Adv. Orca 2860 2861 10 minutes continuously. SKILLS TAUGHT: Adv. Orca 2645 2646 Competitive swim skills, lane etiquette, use of time clock and terminology. TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, JAN 3-24 7 lessons, 30 min each, $38.50, registration begins Dec 10 COMPETITIVE CONDITIONING, 6-18 yrs Swim Levels 9:15am 9:50am 1:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6pm Practice competition skills, build endurance and keep in shape! Tiny Tot 2549 2530 Prerequisite: Finish Competitive Readiness Super Baby 2534 WHEN TURNING 6 YRS OLD P1 Minnow 2558 2559 2560 2561 2562 If enrolled in Preschool 1 or 2, register P2 Jellyfish 2576 2577 2578 2579 2580 for Beginner 1. If enrolled in Preschool 3, register for Beginner 2. P3 Flounder 2588

Adv. Preschool 2596 2597 2598 WHEN TURNING 7 YRS OLD If enrolled in Advanced Preschool, register B1 Seastar 2605 2606 2607 2608 for Intermediate B2 Seal 2624 2625 2626 2627

Int. Dolphin 2638 2639

Adv. Orca 2647 2648 2649

8 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 SATURDAYS, JAN 5-FEB 9 SUNDAYS, JAN 6-FEB 10 6 lessons, 30 min each, $33, registration begins Dec 10 6 lessons, 30 min each, $33, registration begins Dec 10

Swim Levels 9am 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am 11:20am Swim Levels 9am 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am 11:20am

Tiny Tot 2531 Tiny Tot 2532 2550

Super Baby 2536 Super Baby 2537

P1 Minnow 2563 2564 2565 2566 2567 P1 Minnow 2568 2569 2570 2571 2572

P2 Jellyfish 2581 2582 P2 Jellyfish 2583 2584

P3 Flounder 2590 2591 P3 Flounder 2592

Adv. Preschool 2599 Adv. Preschool 2600

B1 Seastar 2609 2610 2611 2612 B1 Seastar 2613 2614 2615 2616 2617

B2 Seal 2628 2630 2631 2629 B2 Seal 2632 2633 2634 3376

Int. Dolphin 2640 2641 2642 Int. Dolphin 2643 2644

Adv. Orca 2650 Adv. Orca 2651

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, JAN 28-FEB 20 7 lessons, 30 min each, $38.50, no class Feb 18, registration begins Jan 7

Swim Levels 9:15am 9:50am 1:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6pm 6:35pm 7:10pm

Tiny Tot 2749 2750

Super Baby 2753

P1 Minnow 2812 2813 2814 2815 2816 2817 3393 3394

P2 Jellyfish 2823 2824 2825

P3 Flounder 2832 2831

Adv. Preschool 2859 2834 3395

B1 Seastar 2838 2839 2840 2841 3396 3397

B2 Seal 2845 2846 2847 2848 2849 3398 3399

Int. Dolphin 2854 2855 2856

Adv. Orca 2860 2861

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, JAN 29-FEB 21 8 lessons, 30 min each, $44, registration begins Jan 7

Swim Levels 9:15am 9:50am 1:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6pm

Tiny Tot 2751 2752

Super Baby 2754

P1 Minnow 2818 2819 2820 2821 2822

P2 Jellyfish 2826 2827 2828 2829 2830

P3 Flounder 2837

Adv. Preschool 2835 2836

B1 Seastar 3421 2842 2843 2844

B2 Seal 2850 2852 2851 2853

Int. Dolphin 2857 2858

Adv. Orca 2862 2863 2864

9 MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, FEB 25-MAR 20 TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, APR 2-25 8 lessons, 30 min each, $44, registration begins Feb 11 8 lessons, 30 min each, $44, registration begins Mar 11

Swim Levels 9:15am 9:50am 1:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6pm 6:35pm 7:10pm Swim Levels 9:15am 9:50am 1:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6pm Tiny Tot 3366 3367 Tiny Tot 3220 3221 Super Baby 3370 Super Baby 3227 P1 Minnow 3112 3113 3114 3115 3116 3117 3402 3403 P1 Minnow 3236 3237 3238 3239 3240 P2 Jellyfish 3134 3135 3136 P2 Jellyfish 3254 3255 3256 3257 3258 P3 Flounder 3145 3146 P3 Flounder 3265 Adv. Preschool 3151 3152 3408 Adv. Preschool 3271 3272 3273 B1 Seastar 3158 3159 3160 3161 3404 3405 B1 Seastar 3281 3282 3283 3284 B2 Seal 3175 3176 3177 3178 3179 3406 3407 B2 Seal 3301 3302 3303 3304 Int. Dolphin 3193 3194 3195 Int. Dolphin 3316 3317 Adv. Orca 3101 3103 Adv. Orca 3109 3108 3110

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, FEB 26-MAR 21 8 lessons, 30 min each, $44, registration begins Feb 11

Swim Levels 9:15am 9:50am 1:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6pm

Tiny Tot 3368 3369

Super Baby 3371

P1 Minnow 3118 3119 3121 3122 3123

P2 Jellyfish 3137 3138 3422 3139 3140

P3 Flounder 3147

Adv. Preschool 3153 31554 3155

B1 Seastar 3162 3163 3164 3165

B2 Seal 3181 3182 3183 3184

Int. Dolphin 3196 3197

Adv. Orca 3106 3105 3107

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, APR 1-24 8 lessons, 30 min each, $44, registration begins Mar 11

Swim Levels 9:15am 9:50am 1:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6pm 6:35pm 7:10pm

Tiny Tot 3218 3219

Super Baby 3225

P1 Minnow 3230 3231 3233 3232 3234 3235 3410 3411

P2 Jellyfish 3251 3252 3253

P3 Flounder 3263 3264

Adv. Preschool 3269 3270 3416

B1 Seastar 3277 3278 3279 3280 3412 3413

B2 Seal 3295 3296 3298 3299 3300 3414 3415

Int. Dolphin 3313 3314 3315

Adv. Orca 3102 3104

10 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, APR 2-25 8 lessons, 30 min each, $44, registration begins Mar 11

Swim Levels 9:15am 9:50am 1:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6pm

Tiny Tot 3220 3221

Super Baby 3227

P1 Minnow 3236 3237 3238 3239 3240

P2 Jellyfish 3254 3255 3256 3257 3258

P3 Flounder 3265

Adv. Preschool 3271 3272 3273

B1 Seastar 3281 3282 3283 3284

B2 Seal 3301 3302 3303 3304

Int. Dolphin 3316 3317

Adv. Orca 3109 3108 3110

Joyful water play in Tiny Tots teaches baby to enjoy swim lessons later. SATURDAYS, APR 6-MAY 11 6 lessons, 30 min each, $33, registration begins Mar 11

Swim Levels 9am 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am 11:20am COMPETITIVE CONDITIONING Tiny Tot 3363 45 min lessons

Super Baby 3372 4:15pm REGISTRATION

P1 Minnow 3124 3125 3126 3127 3128 Tu, Th Jan 3-24, 7 lessons, $64.75 2865 Begins Dec 10

P2 Jellyfish 3141 3142 Tu, Th Jan 29-Feb 21, 8 lessons, $74 2866 Begins Jan 7

P3 Flounder 3148 3467 Tu, Th Feb 26-Mar 21, 8 lessons, $74 3098 Begins Feb 11

Adv. Preschool 3156 Tu, Th Apr 2-25, 8 lessons, $74 3100 Begins Mar 11 B1 Seastar 3167 3166 3169 3168

B2 Seal 3185 3187 3188 3186

Int. Dolphin 3198 3199 COMPETITIVE READINESS Adv. Orca 3203 45 min lessons, no class Jan 21, Feb 18

9am 1:15pm 4:15pm 6:35pm REGISTRATION

SUNDAYS, APR 7-MAY 12 M, W Jan 2-23, 6 lessons, $49.50 2652 3392 Begins Dec 10 6 lessons, 30 min each, $33, registration begins Mar 11 T, Th Jan 3-24, 7 lessons, $57.75 2653 Begins Dec 10 Swim Levels 9am 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am 11:20am Sa Jan 5-Feb 9, 6 lessons, $49.50 2654 Begins Dec 10 Tiny Tot 3364 3365 M, W Jan 28-Feb 20, 7 lessons, $57.75 3400 3401 Begins Jan 7 Super Baby 3373 T, Th Jan 29-Feb 21, 8 lessons, $66 2867 Begins Jan 7 P1 Minnow 3129 3130 3131 3132 3133 M, W Feb 25-Mar 20, 8 lessons, $66 3091 3409 Begins Feb 11 P2 Jellyfish 3143 3144 T, Th Feb 26-Mar 21, 8 lessons, $66 3092 Begins Feb 11 P3 Flounder 3149 M, W Apr 1-24, 8 lessons, $66 3094 3417 Begins Mar 11 Adv. Preschool 3157 T, Th Apr 2-25, 8 lessons, $66 3095 Begins Mar 11 B1 Seastar 3170 3171 3172 3173 3174 Sa Apr 6-May 11, 6 lessons, $49.50 3093 Begins Mar 11 B2 Seal 3189 3190 3191 3192

Int. Dolphin 3201 3202

Adv. Orca 3204

11 Education

THE PRESCHOOL AT FOREST PARK 3-5 yrs WINTER PRUNING WORKSHOP Expand your child’s world. In a bright classroom setting surrounded Oops! How many of us have exclaimed as we prune the wrong by Forest Park, children discover the joys and negotiate the branch and are faced with the dreaded task of “evening-up.” challenges of interacting with diverse peers and teachers. The Demystify the process and learn from Trevor Cameron, assistant Preschool at Forest Park emphasizes basic education and social skills manager of Sunnyside Nursery. Learn how to cut back Japanese to help prepare children for the transition to school and offers maples and other plants and trees to keep them healthy. This plenty of fun activities, including arts & crafts, music, games, outside outdoor, hands-on, 4-hour class is totally worth it. Bring your pruners play and special events. Children must be 3 or 4 years old by and dress warmly. Meet at the arboretum entrance. Aug 31, 2018. For more information, call the Preschool at Sa Feb 16 10:00 am – 2:00 pm 425-257-8320. Instructors: Catherine Konteh and Xann Olsen REPRODUCTION IN THE GARDEN Forest Park, Preschool Room Just how far will plants and their pollinators go to sustain life cycles 4 yrs M, W 9-11:30 am or 12:30-3 pm and perpetuate species? Meet the key players: helpful pollinators 3 yrs Tu, Th 9:30-11:30 am or 12:30-2:30 pm and the 30 per cent of those plants that feed us all. Gather in

ME & MY SHADOW, 21/2-3 yrs Horticultural Classroom #105 at Legion Park. Play with and guide your toddler through practicing early social Sa Mar 16 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm skills. This fun preschool class for 21/2-3 year olds and their parents EGG SCRAMBLE Family Fun Event includes arts & crafts, songs and games. Parents must provide Celebrate Earth Day and new life! Scramble through the grass to snacks for their own children. Children must be 21/2 years old by find colorful eggs filled with seeds. Then, cover your seeds with dirt Aug 31, 2018. For more information, call the Preschool at and plant them inside the shells, and take them home in an egg 425-257-8320. Instructor: Janel Cziske carton. Enjoy goodies and drinks. Dress for rain or shine. Meet at the Forest Park, Preschool Room Arboretum gazebo. 21/2-3 yrs F 9:45-11:15 am or 11:45 am-1:15 pm Sa Apr 20 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm BABYSITTING BASICS 10-14 Become the top babysitter in your circle! Win over children and parents by learning skills that keep kids safe and content. Topics include infant and toddler care, simple first aid, emergency procedures, play ideas, child development and behavior management. Hear tips about communicating with parents and finding jobs. Bring a sack lunch. Instructor: Camp Fire Forest Park, Preschool Room 2706 Sa Mar 16-Mar 23 9:00 am-1:00 pm $40

KIDS TROUT CLINIC 5/up Cast for fun! Learn about the gear and techniques you need to fish for trout. We’ll also practice casting. Bring a parent and get hooked on fishing together. Instructor: Everett Steelhead and Salmon Club Thornton A Sullivan Park, Silver Hall 3323 W Apr 24 6:00 pm-8:00 pm $5

Gardening COMMUNITY GARDEN AT JACKSON PARK 18/up Plant a few of your own rows at the Community Garden Join the Evergreen Arboretum & Gardens Society and classes are at Senator Henry M. Jackson Park. Dig into gardening free! Join at evergreenarboretum.com. Individuals: $25. and realize a bounty of benefits, from improved access to Families: $40. Membership good now through March 2020. fresh veggies to new social connections. Plot rentals are Class fee for non-members: $10 currently available to Everett residents. Non-residents may JUMPSTART SPRING rent a spot after April 30 if available. Participants must Weeds don’t die during winter. Use the dormant season to plan commit to spending time on shed maintenance each visit ahead for weed control. Fertilize grass and nip garden critters in the and volunteering for two group clean-up days during the bud. Lists and how-to’s provided. Dress warmly for an inspirational growing season. At the Recreation Office, sign a garden walk in the arboretum at the end of class. agreement and pay $39 to receive an assigned plot. For more Meet in Horticultural Classroom #105 at Legion Park information, call Euan Robertson: 425-257-8396. Sa Jan 19 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

12 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 Gymnastics GYMAGINE GYMNASTICS 3616 South Rd #3B, Mukilteo

No class Apr 21

ACROROOS 11/2-3 Introduce your toddler to basic movement and gymnastics lessons, which promote motor-skill development and socialization skills. Parent participation is required. This is a great way for both boys and girls to have fun interacting with their parents! 2900 Sa Jan 5-Jan 26 9:30 am-10:15 am $89 2901 Sa Feb 2-Feb 23 9:30 am-10:15 am $89 2902 Sa Mar 2-Mar 30 9:30 am-10:15 am $89 2903 Sa Apr 6-Apr 27 9:30 am-10:15 am $89 2904 Su Jan 6-Jan 27 10:00 am-10:45 am $89 2905 Su Feb 3-Feb 24 10:00 am-10:45 am $89 2906 Su Mar 3-Mar 31 10:00 am-10:45 am $89 2907 Su Apr 7-Apr 28 10:00 am-10:45 am $67 LITTLE GYM OF EVERETT ACROBEES 3 7207 Evergreen Way Suite R, Everett Bring your preschooler to experience fun basic gymnastics. 2896 Su Jan 6-Jan 27 11:30 am-12:15 pm $89 PARENT/CHILD GYMNASTICS 2897 Su Feb 3-Feb 24 11:30 am-12:15 pm $89 Little ones and their parents explore aerobics, elementary 2898 Su Mar 3-Mar 31 11:30 am-12:15 pm $89 gymnastics, stretching and group activities together to help 2899 Su Apr 7-Apr 28 11:30 am-12:15 pm $67 encourage motor skill development. The fun continues with rhythms, songs, and ball and bubble play. ACROBATS & ACROBEARS Birds, 10-18 months See children progress as they learn basic gymnastic skills. GYMagine 2924 F Jan 11-Mar 1 11:30 am-12:15 pm $170 tracks every child’s skill development, culminating in progress reports 2925 F Mar 8-Apr 26 11:30 am-12:15 pm $170 at the end of each session. Beasts, 19 months-21/2 years ACROBATS, boys 4-5 2926 F Jan 11-Mar 1 9:30 am-10:15 am $170 2884 Su Jan 6-Jan 27 10:30 am-11:30 am $99 2927 F Mar 8-Apr 26 9:30 am-10:15 am $170 2885 Su Feb 3-Feb 24 10:30 am-11:30 am $99 Super Beasts, 21/2-3 years 2886 Su Mar 3-Mar 31 10:30 am-11:30 am $99 2928 F Jan 8-Feb 26 10:30 am-11:15 am $170 2887 Su Apr 7-Apr 28 10:30 am-11:30 am $75 2929 F Mar 5-Apr 23 10:30 am-11:15 am $170 ACROBEARS, girls 4-5 2888 Sa Jan 5-Jan 26 10:15 am-11:15 am $99 FUNNY BUGS 3 2889 Sa Feb 2-Feb 23 10:15 am-11:15 am $99 Grow in all developmental phases with age-appropriate activities, 2890 Sa Mar 2-Mar 30 10:15 am-11:15 am $99 including gymnastics, apparatus skills, tumbling and group games. 2891 Sa Apr 6-Apr 27 10:15 am-11:15 am $99 2930 Th Jan 10-Feb 28 6:15 pm-7:15 pm $170 2892 Su Jan 6-Jan 27 10:30 am-11:30 am $99 2931 Th Mar 7-Apr 25 6:15 pm-7:15 pm $170 2893 Su Feb 3-Feb 24 10:30 am-11:30 am $99 GIGGLE WORMS 4 2894 Su Mar 3-Mar 31 10:30 am-11:30 am $99 Grow in all developmental phases with age-appropriate activities 2895 Su Apr 7-Apr 28 10:30 am-11:30 am $75 including gymnastics, apparatus skills, tumbling and group games. TUMBLIN’ TIGERS 6-7 2932 W Jan 9-Feb 27 6:15 pm-7:15 pm $170 Girls learn how to use all the standard equipment (vault, bars, beam, 2933 W Mar 6-Apr 24 6:15 pm-7:15 pm $170 floor), plus the trampoline, tumble-track and power-tumbling floor. GOOD FRIENDS 5-6 Students gain strength, flexibility and coordination and have fun! Channel your child’s energy into achieving physical developmental 2908 Sa Jan 5-Jan 26 10:15 am-11:15 am $99 milestones through gymnastics. Learning and fun are combined in 2909 Sa Feb 2-Feb 23 10:15 am-11:15 am $99 this structured class. 2910 Sa Mar 2-Mar 30 10:15 am-11:15 am $99 2934 W Jan 9-Feb 27 4:30 pm-5:30 pm $170 2911 Sa Apr 6-Apr 27 10:15 am-11:15 am $99 2935 W Mar 6-Apr 24 4:30 pm-5:30 pm $170

FLIPS/HOTSHOTS 6-12 Practice beginning, intermediate and advanced tumbling and apparatus skills in a non-competitive environment. 2936 W Jan 9-Feb 27 4:30 pm-5:30 pm $170 2937 W Mar 6-Apr 24 4:30 pm-5:30 pm $170

13 Yoga Fitness Classes held at Lions Hall Classes held at Floral Hall

GENTLE YOGA 16/up GROUP FITNESS 16/up Experience relaxing yoga for nearly every body. Beginners and Feel your heart pump and your endorphins rush as you improve flexibility-challenged people are welcome, along with seasoned your overall fitness during an hour of continuous movement. Build yogis. Combine stretching, balancing and strengthening with breath endurance with novice dance routines, weight conditioning and core awareness and relaxation. Feel the benefits to body, mind and spirit. mat exercises. You’ll look and feel great! Bring a mat and towel, and Instructor: Roy Holman wear comfortable clothing. Mats are available on a first-come, 2720 Tu Jan 8-Feb 12 6:00 pm-7:15 pm $56 first-serve basis. Instructor: Kate Livingston 2721 Tu Feb 19-Mar 26 6:00 pm-7:15 pm $56 2442 M, W, Th Jan 2-Jan 24 5:30 pm-6:30 pm $55 2722 Tu Apr 2-May 7 6:00 pm-7:15 pm $56 2444 M, W, Th Jan 28-Feb 21 5:30 pm-6:30 pm $60.50 2445 M, W, Th Feb 25-Mar 21 5:30 pm-6:30 pm $66 OVER 50 YOGA 50/up No class Jan 21, Feb 18 Try gentle yoga for nearly every body and age, for stress relief, weight loss, and well-being of body, mind and spirit. Combine balancing, stretching and strengthening poses with guided breathing and meditation. Instructor: Roy Holman 2730 W Jan 9-Feb 13 10:00 am-11:00 am $56 Wellness 2731 W Feb 20-Mar 27 10:00 am-11:00 am $56 Classes held at Lions Hall 2732 W Apr 3-May 8 10:00 am-11:00 am $56 2727 F Jan 11-Feb 15 10:00 am-11:00 am $56 FELDENKRAIS® 18/up 2728 F Feb 22-Mar 29 10:00 am-11:00 am $56 Discover the benefits of the Feldenkrais Method® in the Awareness 2729 F Apr 5-May 10 10:00 am-11:00 am $56 Through Movement® lesson series. Classes emphasize cultivating awareness and refraining from force and judgment. Learn how to YOGA FOR STRENGTH & FLEXIBILITY 13/up tap into the body’s innate capacity to reorganize toward greater Build fluid strength in body and mind with a multi-level blend health and comfort. Classes can help reduce pain, including pain of vinyasa and power yoga. This course strives to help you create from neck, back and repetitive stress injuries, and help with balance, invigorate your core and move with ease. Expect to break movement or balance challenges related to neurological issues. The a sweat, feel muscles you did not know you had and still make time Feldenkrais Method® also cultivates an improved kinesthetic sense, for blissful relaxation! Bring a yoga mat and blanket. which is especially beneficial to athletes, artists, performers and Instructor: Carly Hayden musicians. All levels of experience welcome. Bring a mat and a large Floral Hall towel. Dress in comfortable clothes with extra layers for warmth. 3026 Tu Jan 8-Feb 12 10:00 am-11:00 am $56 One-day lessons are also available with prior arrangements. Call the 3027 Tu Feb 19-Mar 26 10:00 am-11:00 am $56 instructor, Laura McMurray at 425-239-9330. 3029 Tu Apr 2-May 7 10:00 am-11:00 am $56 2876 Tu Jan 8-Jan 29 11:15 am-12:15 pm $48 Lions Hall 2877 Tu Feb 5-Feb 26 11:15 am-12:15 pm $48 3016 W Jan 9-Feb 13 6:00 pm-7:00 pm $56 2878 Tu Mar 5-Mar 26 11:15 am-12:15 pm $48 3018 W Feb 20-Mar 27 6:00 pm-7:00 pm $56 2879 Tu Apr 2-Apr 30 11:15 am-12:15 pm $60 3020 W Apr 3-May 8 6:00 pm-7:00 pm $56 HEARTMATH: ACCESS HEART INTELLIGENCE & INTUITION 16/up YOGA, BREATH & MEDITATION 16/up Learn how to stay aligned with your heart and stay calm, cohesive A wonderful combination of gentle yoga, deep breathing and and coherent. Roy Holman is a certified HeartMath facilitator and mindfulness meditation will help you center, release stress and coach. awaken your deepest self. Includes various topics for growth and 2734 Sa Jan 19 10:00 am-1:00 pm $20 healing. Instructor: Roy Holman 2723 Th Jan 10-Feb 14 6:00 pm-7:15 pm $56 LIFE FORCE ENERGY PLAYSHOP 16/up 2724 Th Feb 21-Mar 28 6:00 pm-7:15 pm $56 Learn how to transform anxiety, sadness and pain into joy and 2725 Th Apr 4-May 9 6:00 pm-7:15 pm $56 life! Gain an understanding of life force energy (also called chi or prana) and techniques for facilitating its flow in your energy system. WAKE UP TO YOGA 16/up Instructor: Roy Holman Ease into your day with grace. Warm up your body with gentle 2736 Sa Feb 9 10:00 am-1:00 pm $20 stretches, and progress into energizing flows. Position your mind and body for an optimal day with these morning practice sessions. MEDITATION THURSDAYS 16/up Beginners are welcome. Instructor: Christine Borys Focus on quieting the mind, reducing stress, healing the emotions 3342 Tu Jan 8-Feb 12 9:00 am-10:00 am $56 and awakening your deepest self. Instructor: Roy Holman 3343 Tu Feb 19-Mar 26 9:00 am-10:00 am $56 2726 Th Jan 10-Jan 31 7:30 pm-9:00 pm $56 3344 Tu Apr 2-May 7 9:00 am-10:00 am $56 3345 Th Jan 10-Feb 14 9:00 am-10:00 am $56 3346 Th Feb 21-Mar 28 9:00 am-10:00 am $56 3347 Th Apr 4-May 9 9:00 am-10:00 am $56

14 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 Tai Chi No class Jan 21-22, Feb 18-19

NEW YEAR: NEW HABITS TAI CHI 24 FORMS 16/up Start the New Year by learning how the brain forms new habits Let the benefits of this ancient Chinese martial art flow into your and sheds stress-driven habits. Hear the latest information about life. Increase body awareness, coordination and balance. Improve reward deficiency (we’re not talking about food). We’ll end each strength, flexibility and circulation. Release stress and tension as class with relaxing hypnosis to support your new habits, a widely you learn a series of movements performed in a slow, graceful, recognized good practice for physical and mental health. Take home continuous manner. Instructor: Third Hand Cloud a brain training tip sheet for keeping your new year’s resolution! Legion Hall Wear comfortable clothing. Bring a notebook, pen, pillow, mat and 2737 M, W Jan 7-Feb 6 6:30 pm-7:30 pm $63 blanket to class. Avoid caffeine four hours prior to class. 2738 M, W Feb 11-Mar 13 6:30 pm-7:30 pm $63 Instructor: Helen Dilday 2739 M, W Mar 18-Apr 10 6:30 pm-7:30 pm $56 2912 Su Jan 6-Jan 13 10:00 am-12:00 pm $66 2740 M, W Apr 22-May 22 6:30 pm-7:30 pm $70

YOGA, BREATH & MEDITATION WORKSHOP 16/up TAI CHI 24 FORMS 50/up Learn how the combination of gentle yoga, deep breathing Senior Center (pranayama) and mindful meditation can help you reduce anxiety, be 2774 Tu, Th Jan 8-Feb 7 1:30 pm-2:30 pm $63 present, find your center, balance the emotions, and make your body 2776 Tu, Th Feb 12-Mar 14 1:30 pm-2:30 pm $63 strong and flexible. This workshop is suitable for all levels. 2778 Tu, Th Mar 19-Apr 11 1:30 pm-2:30 pm $56 Instructor: Roy Holman 2781 Tu, Th Apr 23-May 23 1:30 pm-2:30 pm $70 2735 Sa Feb 2 10:00 am-1:00 pm $20 TAI CHI INTERMEDIATE 48 & 88 FORMS 16/up THE SUGAR WALK AWAY 18/up Challenge yourself with this continuation of Tai Chi for experienced Sugar can hijack a body’s immune system, liver, heart, brain and students who have completed the beginning 24 forms. skin. The good news is you can live unchained from such sticky Instructor: Third Hand Cloud consequences even if you have tried before to kick the sugar habit Legion Hall and slipped. Discover why sugar is so hard to resist. Unlock five brain 2741 M, W Jan 7-Feb 6 7:00 pm-8:00 pm $63 patterns for eating and understanding neurotransmitters. Learn how 2742 M, W Feb 11-Mar 13 7:00 pm-8:00 pm $63 to let go of sugar. Change the way you think with this unique mix 2743 M, W Mar 18-Apr 10 7:00 pm-8:00 pm $56 of lecture, discussion and three 1-hour hypnosis sessions. Take home 2744 M, W Apr 22-May 22 7:00 pm-8:00 pm $70 tools for mastering your sugar cravings. This is a perfect class to help 2745 M or W Jan 7-Feb 6 7:00 pm-8:00 pm $32 those who are pre-diabetic or need a few tools to help manage their 2746 M or W Feb 11-Mar 13 7:00 pm-8:00 pm $32 diabetes. You deserve it! Be caffeine-free for four hours before class. 2747 M or W Mar 18-Apr 10 7:00 pm-8:00 pm $28 Instructor: Helen Dilday 2748 M or W Apr 22-May 22 7:00 pm-8:00 pm $35 2913 Su Feb 3-Feb 17 10:00 am-12:00 pm $99 TAI CHI 48 FORMS 50/up Senior Center 2783 Tu, Th Jan 8-Feb 7 2:30 pm-3:30 pm $63 2784 Tu, Th Feb 12-Mar 14 2:30 pm-3:30 pm $63 2785 Tu, Th Mar 19-Apr 11 2:30 pm-3:30 pm $56 2786 Tu, Th Apr 23-May 23 2:30 pm-3:30 pm $70 2787 Tu or Th Jan 8-Feb 7 2:30 pm-3:30 pm $32 2788 Tu or Th Feb 12-Mar 14 2:30 pm-3:30 pm $32 2789 Tu or Th Mar 19-Apr 11 2:30 pm-3:30 pm $28 2790 Tu or Th Apr 23-May 23 2:30 pm-3:30 pm $35

Improve your balance and train your brain with Tai Chi.

15 Walking Depart from the Forest Park Recreation Office

Build bridges to healthy changes and new friendships with mid-week walks.

LAKE PADDEN LOOP 18/up GREENBANK FARM WALK & LUNCH 18/up Visit one of Bellingham’s more popular year-round walking paths. Ferry over to Whidbey Island for a nice walk on the Greenbank The natural-surface path around placid Lake Padden is wide and 500-acre farm, followed by a delicious lunch at the Whidbey Pies well-maintained with just a few short, gently graded hills. Cafe. Round trip: 3 miles. Elevation gain: 250 feet. Round trip: 3 miles. Elevation gain: 100 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos Instructor: Andy Boos 2994 Tu Mar 19 8:30 am-1:00 pm $34 2983 Th Jan 17 8:30 am-2:00 pm $48 CAMANO ISLAND & CAMA BEACH PARKS 18/up SKAGIT WILDLIFE AREA 18/up Get away on a spring morning to explore the two beautiful parks on Let your spirits soar like the many bird species we’ll see as we walk the western side of Camano Island. We’ll walk a mixture of forested along the dikes and waterways of Skagit Bay. The flat dirt and grass paths and sandy beaches, logging about 3 miles. trail winds beside the wetlands. Round trip: 2-3 miles. Elevation gain: up to 100 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos Elevation gain: minimal. Instructor: Andy Boos 2997 Th Mar 28 8:30 am-1:00 pm $34 2984 W Jan 30 8:30 am-12:30 pm $32 TRILLIUM TRAIL / REDMOND WATERSHED 18/up MAY CREEK TRAIL 18/up Celebrate the coming of spring by moving those feet! We’ll traipse Walk the route of an old coal mining rail line near Cougar Mountain through lowland forests looking for the trillium’s bright white in Newcastle. The trail skirts the scenic gorge of May Creek, a blossom to signal the season’s change. We should see plenty of them pleasant oasis of nature in the bustling eastside suburbs. on this loop trail in an 800-acre nature preserve. Round trip: 3.5 miles. Elevation gain: 150 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos Round trip: 4 miles. Elevation gain: 100 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 2986 Th Feb 14 8:30 am-12:30 pm $32 2999 W Apr 3 8:30 am-12:30 pm $32 PRESTON-SNOQUALMIE TRAIL 18/up HOVANDER FARM / TENNANT LAKE 18/up Discover one of the region’s nicest walkways and a surprising view of Head out to the country to explore this Whatcom County Park north Snoqualmie Falls! Beginning in Preston, this mostly-level, mostly- of Bellingham. See live farm animals and a lovely old farmhouse paved path follows a wooded corridor along a former railroad track. turned interpretive center. Enjoy easy trail hiking around a lake and Round trip: 3-4 miles. Elevation gain: minimal. Instructor: Andy Boos along the lower Nooksack River. Linger over views of Mount Baker 2988 F Feb 22 8:30 am-1:00 pm $34 from a 50-foot observation tower. Total hiking: 4 miles. SOARING EAGLE REGIONAL PARK 18/up Elevation gain: minimal. Instructor: Andy Boos Send your spirit soaring on these peaceful paths in the forested 3001 Th Apr 18 8:30 am-1:30 pm $35 hills east of Sammamish. Sample a selection of gentle, moderately IRON HORSE TRAIL / RATTLESNAKE LAKE 18/up undulating trails, part of a 600-acre natural area developed by Exercise and socialize with us on this pleasant walk in the Cascade King County Parks. Round trip: 3 miles. Elevation gain: 150 feet. foothills near North Bend. We’ll stroll along the route of the Instructor: Andy Boos old railroad line toward Snoqualmie Pass and walk the shore of 2989 M Mar 4 8:30 am-12:30 pm $32 Rattlesnake Lake. Round trip: up to 5 miles. Elevation gain: minimal. Instructor: Andy Boos 3002 M Apr 29 8:30 am-1:00 pm $34

16 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 Hiking Depart from the Forest Park Recreation Office | Youth welcome with a participating adult.

FRANKLIN FALLS 8/up BOULDER RIVER 8/up Hike a snowy trail to a spectacular falls near Snoqualmie Pass that is Feel the power of nature as we stroll through this majestic old- often frozen into fantastical ice shapes during the coldest weeks of growth forest valley near Darrington. Highlights include giant trees, the year. The trail is packed down by many winter visitors making waterfalls and soothing sounds of the wild river. snowshoes unnecessary. Slip-on traction devices like Micro-spikes or Round trip: up to 5 miles. Elevation gain: 600 feet. Yak Trax work best. Round trip: 4 miles. Instructor: Andy Boos Elevation gain: 200 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 2956 W Feb 27 9:00 am-4:00 pm $42 2953 Tu Jan 8 9:00 am-3:00 pm $41 LIME KILN TRAIL 8/up POINT DEFIANCE PARK 10/up Immerse yourself in scenery and history on this trail near Granite Experience Tacoma’s best-loved park by walking its wonderful Falls. We’ll follow the route of the old Monte Cristo railway along trail system. We’ll crisscross the park on pleasant forest paths with the Stillaguamish River. It’s easy, pleasant and a nice short drive. occasional views of the south Puget Sound. In addition, we’ll learn Round trip: 7 miles. Elevation gain: 600 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos some of the park’s history and enjoy a little time on the beach. 2957 Tu Mar 12 8:30 am-3:30 pm $42 Round trip: 4 miles. Elevation gain: 400 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos EBEY’S LANDING 6/up 2952 Su Jan 20 8:00 am-4:30 pm $46 Celebrate the changing seasons with an invigorating seashore walk KITSAP TRIPLEHEADER 10/up on the west coast of Whidbey Island. Ebey’s Landing offers awesome Discover some wonderful (but little-known) walks tucked away on views of the water and mountains, opportunities to see eagles and the bustling Kitsap Peninsula’s Hood Canal. Sights include beautiful shore birds, and great beaches. It’s perfect for the whole family. beaches, stately forests, mountain views and abundant wildlife. We’ll Round trip: 4 miles. Elevation gain: 300 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos explore Guillemot Cove, Theler Wetlands and Twanoh State Park. 2963 Sa Mar 16 7:30 am-4:00 pm $46 Round trip: 6 miles. Elevation gain: 500 feet. Registration includes GRAND RIDGE PARK 8/up ferry fees. Instructor: Andy Boos Mark the start of spring by spending a day on this excellent wooded 2954 W Feb 6 7:00 am-5:30 pm $56 trail system near Issaquah. A partnership between King County CHANTERELLE TRAIL 10/up Parks and Washington Trail Association created many miles of trail Discover this intriguingly named new trail near Lake Whatcom through deep green forest in this 1,200-acre park. We’ll hike a outside of Bellingham. A good trail switchbacks up the hillside above one-way, south-to-north route across the park. the lake, leading to excellent views extending to Bellingham Bay and Total hiking: 5 miles. Elevation gain: 600 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos some surrounding mountains. Round trip: 5 miles. 2960 F Mar 22 9:00 am-4:00 pm $42 Elevation gain: 1,000 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 2955 Su Feb 10 8:30 am-4:00 pm $42

Everett Parks & Community Services is an equal opportunity recreation provider and employer under Special Use Permit from: • Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest • Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest • Olympic National Forest • North Cascades National Park • Mount Rainier National Park

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LITTLE MASHEL FALLS 10/up Discover a hidden gem that travelers to Mount Rainier often drive past without realizing what’s there. Locals know this series of picturesque falls in a lush gorge along the Little Mashel River. We’ll access the falls from the Bud Blanchard Trailhead in Eatonville. Note that a few sections are moderately steep and rugged. Round trip: 5 miles. Elevation gain: 500 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 2969 Th Apr 11 8:00 am-5:00 pm $46

UMTANUM RIDGE 12/up Escape gray skies for a day as we journey across the Cascades to the sunny, open hillsides above Ellensburg. Starting from the Umtanum Recreation Area on the Yakima River, prepare for a good workout. We’ll cross the river on a great footbridge, then climb up and up and up the sagebrush hill, where great vistas of the eastern Cascades and central Washington await. Round trip: 7 miles. Elevation gain: 2,400 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 2972 Sa Apr 13 7:00 am-6:30 pm $54

BAKER LAKE EAST BANK 8/up ‘Ooh’ and ‘ahh’ at the picture-postcard view of Mount Baker as you hike alongside a large reservoir with views across to the mighty volcano. New footbridges and trail improvements make for a delightful trek through grand forests and spring wildflowers. Round trip: 7 miles. Elevation gain: 400 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 2978 Su Apr 14 7:30 am-6:00 pm $49

NEWHALEM AREA TRAILS 8/up Steep-walled gorges, a breathtaking waterfall, majestic forests along the Skagit River and the beautiful North Cascades Visitor Center highlight the day as we explore several relaxing trails in the Newhalem area. Total hiking: 4 miles. Elevation gain: 400 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos HEYBROOK RIDGE COUNTY PARK 10/up 2979 F Apr 19 7:30 am-5:30 pm $49 Discover this brand new Snohomish County Parks trail near Index, which provides a nice, easy-to-reach getaway into the fringes of the LEAVENWORTH WILDFLOWER TRIPLEHEADER 8/up wild Cascades. Big impressive views come with a modest amount of Spring is in the air. Let’s go check out the flowers in the Leavenworth effort here. Highlights include nice vistas of Mount Index, Mount area. This trip will explore three areas with short hikes to prime Persis, Bridal Veil Falls and the Index Town Wall. flower terrain, such as Camas Meadows, Mountain Home Trails Round trip: 3.5 miles. Elevation gain: 800 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos and Tumwater Pipeline Trail. Note that our focus will be outside of 2961 Su Mar 24 8:00 am-4:00 pm $44 Leavenworth. We’ll only stop briefly in the town. Total hiking: 6 miles. Elevation gain: 800 feet. DECEPTION PASS TRIPLEHEADER 8/up Instructor: Andy Boos Feel the fresh marine air as we take three short hikes to sample 2980 M Apr 22 7:00 am-6:00 pm $52 the charms of this gorgeous and rugged seashore area. We’ll walk Sharpe Park, Goose Rock and Canoe Pass viewpoint within a SAN JUAN ISLAND 8/up relatively easy, relaxed-pace day. Round trip: about 5 miles. Elevation Sneak away for a one-day island getaway to check out some of the gain: 400 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos best trails on San Juan Island. The Land Trust of San Juan County has 2966 Sa Mar 30 8:00 am-4:30 pm $46 preserved several scenic area including Mount Grant, Third Lagoon, Westside Scenic Preserve and more. There are short, sweet hikes at TOLT-MCDONALD PARK 8/up each preserve. Trip fee includes ferry cost. Total hiking: 4.5 miles. Explore the pastoral Snoqualmie River Valley near Carnation while Elevation gain: 500 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos walking along rolling trails in a large King County park that straddles 2982 Th Apr 25 7:00 am-7:00 pm $68 both the Snoqualmie and Tolt Rivers. Watch for eagles and osprey, Trip times are subject to change based on the ferry schedule. and enjoy fine views of the Cascade foothills. Includes a mix of paved and soft-surface trails. Round trip: 5-6 miles. Elevation gain: 500 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 2968 Su Apr 7 8:30 am-4:30 pm $44

18 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 Boating / Kayaking

ADVENTURES IN BOATING 12/up LAKE WENATCHEE & KAHLER GLEN 8/up Prepare to pilot a powerboat along the scenic waterways of Puget Kick and glide along the shore of a big lake with majestic mountain Sound! Join this refresher class to review for the Washington State views. Practice your techniques on the gradual hills. Rest beside the Parks Boater Education card written test. All boaters operating crafts Wenatchee River and relax to the sounds of the rushing waters. of 15 horsepower or more must pass the test. Participants must study Many miles of groomed trails wait at Lake Wenatchee State Park and their manuals before class begins. Learn where to get study materials the adjoining Kahler Glen Golf Course. Plan on three to four hours when you register for the class. All students who pass the test receive of ski time. Trail length and difficulty are up to you. a mail-in certificate and application for a Boater’s Education card. To Instructor: Andy Boos register, send an email with your name to Sgt. Russ Crocker: 3040 Su Jan 27 8:00 am-5:00 pm $48 [email protected] Everett Police South Precinct, 1121 SE Everett Mall Way PLAIN VALLEY TRAILS 8/up Sa Apr 20 7:30 am-6:00 pm Free Discover a relatively new ski trail system located near the peaceful town of Plain, north of Leavenworth. Over 16km of groomed trails KAYAK - EVENING PROGRAM offer all levels of difficulty. Enjoy a gentle tour on the Meadow Share the journey! The North Sound Sea Kayaking Association Loop, or try some intermediate terrain on the Beaver Creek Trail. Ski meets the first Thursday of each month at Spruce Hall. The public is rentals are available at the trailhead. Price includes $18 trail pass. welcome. Visit nsska.com for more information. Instructor: Andy Boos Th Jan 3 7:00 pm-9:00 pm Free 3043 Sa Feb 23 8:00 am-5:00 pm $62 Th Feb 7 7:00 pm-9:00 pm Free Th Mar 7 7:00 pm-9:00 pm Free CABIN CREEK 8/up Th Apr 4 7:00 pm-9:00 pm Free Recharge your spirit at this wonderful cross-country playground east of Snoqualmie Pass. The variety of scenic groomed trails has KAYAK - SKILLS & SAFETY 8/up something for everyone. Glide easily down and back along “The Practice safety skills for whitewater or sea kayaking at the Forest Road” for a gentle, relaxing tour, or take to the Berg and Viking Park Swim Center. Bring your own equipment. We recommend that Loops for a fun workout with plenty of ups and downs. Total length beginning kayakers attend the Sea Kayaking Basics Course in May. and difficulty are up to you. Instructor: Andy Boos Instructor: North Sound Sea Kayaking Association 3045 F Mar 8 8:30 am-4:30 pm $45 2938 Su Mar 3 4:30 pm-6:00 pm $19 2939 Su Apr 28 4:30 pm-6:00 pm $19

Cross-Country Skiing Depart from the Forest Park Recreation Office Youth welcome with a participating adult

LEAVENWORTH AREA TRAILS 8/up Enjoy the special holiday charm of the Leavenworth area as you tour beautifully groomed ski trails in a delightful winter setting. Choose from three areas: Icicle River Trails (flat and easy), the Golf Course (a few hills) or the Ski Hill Trails (hilly and fun for good skiers). Total length and difficulty are up to you, and we’ll shuttle between areas if desired. Registration fee includes cost of ski trail pass. Instructor: Andy Boos 2273 Su Dec 23 8:00 am-6:00 pm $59

CRYSTAL SPRINGS SNO-PARK 10/up Feel some of that Cascade snow under your feet! This groomed area near Lake Keechelus east of Snoqualmie Pass offers easy, moderate and challenging trails in a lovely wooded setting. We’ll aim to ski about three to four hours. Length and difficulty are up to you. Expert guide Andy Boos leads the way on our walking, Instructor: Andy Boos hiking, cross-country ski and snowshoe adventures. Check out alpineandy.com for information about upcoming trips, 3036 Su Jan 6 8:30 am-4:30 pm $46 photos of recent outings and announcements.

Trips go rain or shine. Bring your rain gear, and plan to make the best of it!

19 Snowshoeing Depart from the Forest Park Recreation Office. Youth welcome with a participating adult.

Escape for the day! Head to the snow for fun and exercise.

LANHAM LAKE 12/up INTRODUCTORY TOURS 6/up Breathe fresh mountain air as we steadily climb a snowy trail Ease into snowshoeing in the company of other beginners, and try through the pristine forest above Stevens Pass Nordic Center. Rest out our loaner snowshoes and poles before investing in your own. with a picture-perfect view of a little lake below the towering peaks We waive the rental fee on the introductory trip. Sign up for one of Jim Hill Mountain. Round trip: 4 miles. Elevation gain: 1,100 feet. introductory class session (above) and one introductory tour below Instructor: Andy Boos to start. For another kind of short, simple snowshoe outing, see 2263 Su Dec 16 8:30 am-5:00 pm $45 the V.E.S.T. trip listings. NOTE: All Everett Parks snowshoe trips are INTRODUCTORY CLASS 10/up open to first timers; however, we encourage beginners to start with Learn to snowshoe with Everett Parks. Our long-time guide, Alpine an introductory class and tour. These fun outings allow time for Andy Boos, has led more than 700 snowshoe tours for us. You’re instruction and support. Instructor: Andy Boos in good hands! Get the scoop on snowshoeing during this indoor 3024 Sa Jan 5 7:00 am-2:00 pm $42 primer. The two-hour class covers how snowshoeing works, necessary 3025 Sa Jan 26 7:30 am-3:00 pm $44 equipment and how to stay safe while having fun. We recommend WHITE SALMON ROAD 8/up pairing the classroom lesson with an introductory tour. This will get Enjoy a quiet mid-week snowshoe tour on a mostly gentle road you going on a great new winter pastime! near the Mount Baker Ski Area. The awe-inspiring views of Mount Instructor: Andy Boos Shuksan must be seen to be believed. Round trip: 1.5-4 miles. Spruce Hall Elevation gain: up to 500 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 2270 Th Dec 13 6:30 pm-8:30 pm $9 3046 Th Jan 10 7:30 am-6:00 pm $49 Lions Hall 3015 W Jan 2 6:30 pm-8:30 pm $9 Spruce Hall 3019 Tu Jan 15 6:30 pm-8:30 pm $9

20 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 MOUNT RAINIER 10/up LAKE KACHESS 8/up Make tracks to the shore of a large reservoir and pass through a The giant mountain we all know and love has an irresistible snowy lakeside campground that’s busy in the summer, but empty attraction, and it’s never more magical than when cloaked in in the winter. Catch glimpses of high remote peaks in the central enchanting winter white. Hit the slopes of The Mountain for Cascades, and look for animal tracks in the undisturbed snow. snowshoeing at its very best. Fee includes NPS permit charges. Round trip: 2 miles. Elevation gain: 200 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos Instructor: Andy Boos 3053 Su Jan 13 7:30 am-5:00 pm $46 Reflection Lake: Round trip 4 miles. Elevation gain: 800 feet. 3047 Sa Jan 12 7:00 am-6:30 pm $57 GOLD CREEK IN THE MOONLIGHT 8/up Paradise: Round trip 2-3 miles. Elevation gain: 400 feet. Experience the magic of moonlight snowshoeing at beautiful Gold 3048 Su Feb 3 7:00 am-6:30 pm $57 Creek Valley near Snoqualmie Pass. We’ll hit the snow at dusk for a leisurely two-to-three hour tour on mostly level terrain, concluding Rampart Ridge: Round trip 5 miles. Elevation gain: 1,400 feet. with a loop route around a small lake. Be sure to bring a headlamp 3049 Su Mar 23 7:00 am-6:30 pm $57 for finding your way in the dim light. Round trip: 2 miles. TRONSEN MEADOWS 10/up Elevation gain: minimal. Instructor: Andy Boos Explore the forest and meadows above Blewett Pass in the eastern 3031 Sa Jan 19 2:00 pm-8:30 pm $41 Cascades. Marvel at views of the Stuart Range and lovely ponderosa V.E.S.T. - VERY EASY SNOWSHOE TOURS 6/up pine forest. Our driving route crosses three passes. Take it easy on short and very gentle snowshoe walks designed for Round trip: 3-4 miles. Elevation gain: 900 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos people who are apprehensive about longer treks. If you can walk 3090 Sa Feb 9 7:00 am-6:30 pm $52 one mile on dry land, then you can do this! We’ll help you put on SALMON LA SAC 8/up your snowshoes and guide the way. After 60 to 90 minutes on the Feel soft snow underfoot while making tracks through serene forests snow, we’ll head for lunch together at a nearby restaurant. It’s great and across the gentle, riverside terrain north of Cle Elum. We’ll for children and for the young at heart! Fee for January 25 trip to meander through the winter landscape, visiting a snowy hilltop with Leavenworth includes trail passes. Fee for March 9 trip to Mount panoramic vistas and the picturesque Cooper River Canyon. Rainier includes NPS permit charges. Instructor: Andy Boos Round trip: 2-3 miles. Elevation gain: 400 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 3007 F Jan 25 8:00 am-4:30 pm $52 2260 Th Dec 27 7:30 am-5:30 pm $47 3010 Tu Feb 5 8:00 am-2:30 pm $42 3062 W Feb 20 7:30 am-5:30 pm $47 3013 Sa Mar 9 7:30 am-4:30 pm $52 HURRICANE RIDGE 8/up HEATHER MEADOWS 10/up Experience the exhilaration of reaching the breathtaking, mile-high Frolic in the deep, soft powder near Mount Baker. This gorgeous winter view from Hurricane Ridge near Port Angeles. This is THE area usually boasts the Northwest’s deepest snow pack all winter. place to snowshoe in the Olympic Mountains. We’ll follow the ups Come along on April 6 to ascend to spectacular Artist Point. Take the and downs of the popular snow-covered roadway past Hurricane January 31 trip to visit Bagley Lakes, which is shorter, slower-paced Ridge Visitors Center and across the ridge. Registration includes ferry and better for beginners. Instructor: Andy Boos fees. Round trip: 4 miles. Elevation gain: 700 feet. 2259 Sa Dec 29 7:00 am-6:00 pm $48 Instructor: Andy Boos 3055 Th Jan 31 7:30 am-6:00 pm $48 2261 Sa Dec 22 6:15 am-6:30 pm $62 3057 Sa Apr 6 7:00 am-6:00 pm $48 3063 Su Feb 24 6:15 am-6:30 pm $62 KENDALL PEAK LAKES 12/up LAKE ANGELES 12/up Keep mid-winter doldrums away with a vigorous snowshoe trek Immerse yourself in the winter wilderness of Olympic National Park to pretty forested lakes near Snoqualmie Pass. Start at the popular near Port Angeles. We’ll follow a snowy trail from the Heart of Gold Creek Sno-Park (I-90 Exit 54), and quickly escape to the the Hills entrance station steadily up to a forested lake just below quiet backcountry. Round trip: 7 miles. Elevation gain: 1,900 feet. Hurricane Ridge. Registration fee includes ferry fee. Instructor: Andy Boos Round trip: 6 miles. Elevation gain: 2,400 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 3111 Sa Feb 2 7:00 am-4:30 pm $47 3065 Sa Mar 2 6:15 am-7:30 pm $64

GRACE LAKES 10/up Make tracks through powdery snow in the winter wonderland of forests near Stevens Pass. Revel in how quickly we go from the bustling, crowded ski area to serene wilderness. Join the slower RENT SNOWSHOES FROM US paced tour on Dec. 8 going past two small, pristine lakes, or choose Reserve when registering the longer tour on March 3 which goes higher and has views of five Free for youth 17 and under lakes. Round trip: 2.5-4 miles. Adults $8 Elevation gain: 500-1,000 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 2264 Sa Dec 8 6:30 am-2:30 pm $43 3068 Su Mar 3 6:30 am-3:00 pm $46

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SNOWSHOE AT METHOW VALLEY 14/up Get away to the world-class winter playground that is the Methow Valley in north central Washington. This 3 day, 2 night trip will sample several of the great snowshoeing routes which are abundant in the area. We’ll explore trails near Sun Mountain Lodge, the upper valley area near Mazama, and along the Methow River. Tours each day will run roughly 2-4 miles, with elevation gain up to 800 feet. Our lodging is at Abby Creek Inn in Winthrop. Participants provide and/or purchase their own meals. Trip fee includes lodging, continental breakfast, guide, trail passes and transportation. Instructor: Andy Boos 3089 Sa, Su, M Feb 16-Feb 18 6:00 am-8:00 pm $329

Trips & Tours Senior Center members may register at the center for 50/up trips starting Nov. 27 at 8:30 am. See membership information on page 28.

EAGLE VIEWING 8/up Expect multiple eagle and wildlife sightings as we raft the Skagit River from Cicero Bridge to Haller Park, along with a jolly good time. STEPPIN’ STOKER TRAIL 10/up This eight-mile journey with Everett Parks and North Cascades River Get stoked for invigorating snowshoeing in the trails at Stevens Pass Expeditions includes lunch and snacks. Dress warmly and be prepared Nordic Center. Located along Mill Creek and just east of the pass, for any kind of weather. these well-marked routes offer classic snowshoeing on generally Departs from Everett Station gentle terrain with two short, steep hills. The Nordic Center is closed, 2940 F Jan 11 9:30 am-5:00 pm $94 but the trails are still open with no extra trail fee. Round trip: 3 miles. Elevation gain: 300 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS 50/up 3071 W Mar 13 8:30 am-5:00 pm $46 Ride along to Mountlake Terrace High School to watch Little Shop of Horrors. Root for hapless Seymour, as the floral clerk inadvertently MOUNT MCCAUSLAND 12/up raises a flesh-eating plant that preys on people. Pop-rock numbers Put your snowshoeing skills to the test as you make a mid-winter like “Skid Row (Downtown),” “Somewhere That’s Green,” and climb to a 5,747-foot summit in the central Cascades near Stevens “Suddenly, Seymour” keep this campy horror-comedy from feeling Pass. Beginning at Smith Brook Road, the route climbs steadily to too dark. the peak, which overlooks Lake Valhalla and gives grand views from Departs from the Senior Center Glacier Peak to Mount Rainier. For those in good condition only. 2943 Th Jan 17 6:00 pm-10:00 pm $20 Round trip: 7 miles. Elevation gain: 2,700 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 3073 Su Mar 17 6:30 am-6:30 pm $53 COLUMBIA TOWER VIEW 8/up See one of the most amazing urban views in the Puget Sound GOLD CREEK TRAIL 12/up region! Ride the Columbia Tower elevator to the 73rd floor with us Leave the crowds behind as you track along a snowy trail leading and witness Seattle transitioning from daytime to evening. Watch deep into the Alpine Lakes Wilderness near Snoqualmie Pass. the sunset paint the streetscape with cascading colors as the lights Hundreds flock to Gold Creek every weekend, but very few venture go on in the city. far into the valley. We’ll explore the upper reaches of Gold Creek Departs from the Senior Center Valley, under the towering mountainsides of the Cascade Crest. 2964 Tu Feb 12 2:00 pm-8:00 pm $48 Round trip: 7 miles. Elevation Gain: 900 feet. Instructor: Andy Boos 3074 Su Mar 31 7:00 am-6:00 pm $49 POINT DEFIANCE ZOO & AQUARIUM 8/up Get out and about around the sound! Observe and encounter 367 MOUNT TOWNSEND 12/up animal species at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma. After Tackle the challenge of ascending one of the most popular Olympic walking up an appetite all morning, ride the van across the Narrows peaks weeks ahead of the crowds. At 6,280 feet, Townsend has for lunch at Gig Harbor’s Marketplace Grille. But save room for a commanding views over Puget Sound, the Olympics, and the treat up the road a ways at Sluys Bakery in Poulsbo. Pick up one Cascades. In April, the trailhead is usually reachable, while plenty of of their infamous Maple Doughboys to share on the ferry from snow still rests on the mountain’s slopes. For those in good condition Kingston to Edmonds. Bring money for lunch and goodies. Dress for only. Round trip: 8 miles. Elevation gain: 2,900 feet. comfortable outdoor walking in the weather. Instructor: Andy Boos Departs from Everett Station 3075 Sa Apr 20 6:15 am-8:00 pm $66 2990 Sa Mar 2 8:30 am-5:00 pm $60

22 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 MALTBY CAFE & FLOWER WORLD 50/up Join the fun on our annual, spring field trip to Maltby Cafe and Flower World. Come enjoy comradery on the van ride, satisfying breakfast food, and a light-hearted stroll through expansive gardens and greenhouses. Bring money for breakfast and shopping. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Departs from Everett Station 3003 Th Apr 4 8:00 am-1:00 pm $20

Get ready for garden color. Come along on our annual shopping trip to Flower World.

BEST HOMETOWN FOOD 50/up Explore your palate and taste the best the region has to offer. We’ll visit a variety of restaurants and compare for ourselves which one rises to the top. Bring your appetite and money for lunch. Departs from the Senior Center Visit the #1 Rated Restaurant in Lynnwood 3066 Tu Jan 22 11:15 am–2:00 pm $8 Visit the #1 Rated Restaurant in Marysville 3069 Th Feb 7 11:15 am–2:00 pm $8 Visit the #1 Rated Restaurant in Monroe 3077 Th Mar 28 11:15 am–2:00 pm $8 The Chihuly Garden is an absolute must-see for Visit the #1 Rated Restaurant in Edmonds Seattle tourists . . . and locals too! 3078 F Apr 12 11:15 am–2:00 pm $8 MYSTERY TRIP 50/up SPACE NEEDLE AND CHIHULY GARDEN & GLASS EXHIBIT 8/up Sign up for a surprise lunchtime adventure. No one knows exactly Admire the versatility of glass and the endurance of Seattle Center. where this trip will lead until the van pulls away from the curb! Imagine drifting under the sea with jellyfish as you meander through Bring money for lunch. Limited to 12 people. dynamic sculptures at the Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibit. Then, Departs from Everett Station discover a fresh perspective on an iconic Seattle experience by 2945 W Jan 30 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $40 checking out the Space Needle’s new glass flooring. Registration 2965 Th Feb 21 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $45 includes admission to both attractions. Bring money for lunch on 3023 Tu Apr 16 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $40 your own. GREAT TRAINS & GRAND CANYON 8/up Departs from Everett Station All aboard for an epic Arizona tour that caters to railroad enthusiasts 3059 W Mar 20 9:30 am-4:30 pm $79 and travelers who prefer seeing nature’s grandeur from comfortable vantage points. Experience springtime around Sedona, including Meet Hanako and railway tours of the Grand Canyon and Verde Canyon, Montezuma Suki, two female Castle, an Old West show and much more! The Great Trains & Grand Asian elephants, on Canyon package through Premier World Discovery includes: airfare, our March 2 trip to five nights’ accommodation, hotel transfers, admission fees, eight Point Defiance Zoo meals, a professional tour director, motor-coach transportation & Aquarium. and baggage handling. To save money with the Everett Parks discount, enter this web code when you register: #126858. For more information contact Eric Wollan: [email protected], 425-257-7082. 3087 Su-F May 5-May 10 $2,550

23 Youth Sports

EVERETT PREMIER BASEBALL LEAGUE Mar 26 to May 30 Community youth sports Select league designed for coaches to evaluate their players in From tot classes to select teams, these Everett organizations a game setting as teams start tournament play. Games will be offer a variety of youth athletic programs. governed by USSSA rules and requirements. Games are played during the week as a double-header at Kasch Park. For more EVERETT PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES information, call 425-257-8290 or inquire at: 425-257-8290 / http://www.teamsideline.com/everett [email protected]. Girls Select Fastpitch (U12 and U14) Boys Select Baseball (U13 and U14) Adult Sports Team Tennis (10-18 years old) Swim Team (8-16 years old) VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Jan 27-Mar 24 Serve, spike and smile through the sweat in rec league volleyball BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS play. Play six regular matches (three games each) over a six-week 425-259-5147 / https://bgcsc.org season organized by Underdog Sports. Qualifying teams can extend NFL Flag Football (5-14 years old) into playoff games. Register with a team or individually in open or Soccer (PreK-5th grade) competitive divisions at www.underdogseattle.com or call Basketball (K-12th grade) 206-320-8326. Volleyball (1st-12th grade) Baseball (4-7 years old) KICKBALL LEAGUE April 25-June 13 Feel like a kid again with rec league kickball! Underdog Sports YMCA is bringing a fresh twist to recreational sports for adults 21 and 425-258-9211 / https://ymca-snoco.org older of all skill levels. Kickball encourages rivalries, cheering and Basketball (3-9 years old) high-spirited fun. The season lasts six weeks; plus two weeks for a Indoor Soccer (3-9 years old) playoff tournament. Sign up with a team of buddies or individually at underdogseattle.com or call 206-320-8326. EVERETT LITTLE LEAGUE http://www.everettlittleleague.org Baseball (4-16 years old) Softball (8-14 years old)

I9 SPORTS 425-224-2701 / https://www.i9sports.com Flag Football (4-14 years old) Soccer League (3-12 years old)

EVERETT YOUTH HOCKEY 425-322-2653 / http://everettyouthhockey.com FLAG FOOTBALL Dec 3-Jan 28 and Feb 18-April 1 Ice Hockey (4-14 years old) Draft your buddies, co-workers, and adult family members to stay active and compete in our 5-on-5 non-contact flag football NORTH COUNTY YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION league. Play once a week in games governed by USSSA officials. 425-252-2099 / http://www.ncyouthsoccer.com For more information or to register, call 425-257-8290, or email: Soccer (5-19 years old) [email protected]. EVERETT LACROSSE SOFTBALL LEAGUE Mar 10-May 30 [email protected] / https://www. There’s no place like home . . . plate! Get onto the field for softball everettlacrosseclub.org action. Sign up with friends, family or co-workers. Multiple divisions Boys & Girls Lacrosse (K-12th Grade) welcome all skill levels most nights of the week. Whether you’re hitting 350-foot homeruns or slow rollers to the pitcher, time will fly NORTH SOUND JUNIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE out-of-the-park at one of the county’s premier softball complexes, https://www.northsoundjrfootball.org Kasch Park. For more information, call 425-257-8290 or inquire at: Boys & Girls Tackle Football (5-14 years old) [email protected]. LEADING EDGE GYMNASTICS 425-407-1480 / https://www.leadingedgegym.com Boys & Girls Gymnastics (6 weeks to 18 years old)

GYMAGINE GYMNASTICS - see page 13

LITTLE GYM OF EVERETT - see page 13

24 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 Walter E. Hall Golf Course Legion Memorial Golf Course

1226 W Casino Rd, 425-353-4653, everettgolf.com 144 W Marine View Dr, 425-259-4653, everettgolf.com 18-hole, par 72 / Back tees 6,426 yards / Forward tees 5,140 yards 18-hole, par 68 / Back tees 5,778 yards / Forward tees 4,191 yards

One visit reveals why this course is a player favorite. Guests One of the area’s best golf courses sits on a scenic bluff overlooking enjoy perfectly groomed greens, spectacular mountain views Port Gardner Bay and the Snohomish River. Five sets of tees on and affordable rates. Water and sand features and undulating manicured grounds, player-friendly design and excellent customer topography offer players of every level exciting challenges. service create an exceptional golf experience. The Breezeway Cafe is open daily. The Greenside Grill restaurant is open daily.

TEE TIME RESERVATIONS: 425-353-4653 / everettgolf.com TEE TIME RESERVATIONS: 425-259-4653 / everettgolf.com

GREEN FEES (subject to change) GREEN FEES (subject to change) Rates are subject to state and local sales tax and city admissions tax Rates are subject to state and local sales tax and city admissions tax Nov 1–Feb 28 . . . . . Weekday . . . . .Weekend Nov 1–Feb 28 . . . . . Weekday . . . . .Weekend 18 Holes (Adult) . . . . . $27.75 ...... $30.25 18 Holes (Adult) . . . . . $25.25 ...... $28.00 Senior/Military ...... $22.25 ...... $30.25 Senior/Military ...... $20.00 ...... $28.00 Twilight ...... $21.50 ...... $25.00 Twilight ...... $19.50 ...... $23.00 Super Twilight ...... $16.00 ...... $16.00 Super Twilight ...... $17.00 ...... $17.00 Junior* ...... $14.50 ...... $30.25 Junior* ...... $14.50 ...... $28.00 9 Holes ...... $20.75 ...... $24.25 9 Holes ...... $21.50 ...... $25.00 *Junior weekends $14.50 after 10am *Junior weekends $14.50 after 10am

Golf Lessons Register in advance: Walter E. Hall, 425-353-4653 / Legion Memorial 425-259-4653

SINGLE LESSON ...... ADULTS . . . .JUNIOR VIDEO GOLF LESSONS Half hour ...... $45 ...... $35 Legion Memorial features an indoor hitting room with full-swing One hour ...... $80 ...... $60 video golf instruction year round. SERIES OF 3 LESSONS Half hour ...... $100 ...... $85 GET GOLF READY CLINICS One hour ...... $195 ...... $160 Get into the swing of golf alongside other new players. Learn the SERIES OF 5 LESSONS “how and what” you need to know to start playing golf. Half hour ...... $180 ...... $140 $125. One hour ...... $320 ...... $240 Session 1 Intro to golf / putting, 1hr SERIES OF 7 LESSONS Session 2 Chipping / pitching, 1hr Half hour ...... $210 ...... $175 Session 3 Full swing irons, 1hr One hour ...... $385 ...... $330 Session 4 Full swing woods, course etiquette & play 2 holes, 2 hrs GROUP LESSONS for 3-5 students, one hour lessons SCHEDULED GROUP LESSONS One lesson ...... $60 each . . . .$50 each Tune up your skills twice a month with a group. Learn useful skills in Series of 3 ...... $150 each . . . $135 each a friendly enviroment. Call for dates and times. Series of 5 ...... $225 each . . . $200 each Series of 7 ...... $300 each . . . $270 each All lessons can include video analysis.

25 NEW Park Amenities & Everett Transit Bus Routes PARK HOURS 6 AM-DUSK 1 AMERICAN LEGION MEMORIAL PARK 17 HOWARTH PARK 145 Alverson Blvd. 1127 Olympic Blvd. Playground, restrooms, shelter, trails, baseball, ` Playground, restrooms, trails, tennis basketball, tennis / 18.5 acres / bus 17 28 acres / bus 18, requires walk 32 PHIL JOHNSON BALLFIELDS Includes: EVERGREEN ARBORETUM & GARDENS 400 W. Sievers Duecy Blvd. 18 INTERURBAN PARK Playground, restrooms, baseball, fastpitch softball 2 BAYSIDE PARK Madison St. & Commercial Ave. 13 acres / bus 8 2200 Grand Ave. Green space / .2 acres / bus 8,17, 4 blocks to 29 Adjacent to: BAYSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD CENTENNIAL 33 RIVERSIDE PARK 19 JETTY ISLAND (July & Aug) P-PATCH / View / 1 acre / 3 blocks to bus 17 Everett Ave. & E. Grand Ave. 10th St. & W. Marine View Dr. View / .2 acres / 3 blocks to bus 4 3 BRIDLE PARK Take the free ferry to the jetty / Donations welcome Sound Ave. Restrooms, trails, saltwater beach, beach volleyball 34 ROTARY PARK Green space / 1 acre / bus 18 127 acres / bus 6, walk about 6 blocks to 3505 Lowell-Snohomish River Rd. 10th St boat launch Restrooms, trail, fishing, view, boat launch* 4 CASCADE VIEW PARK 11.3 acres / 3 blocks to bus 29 88th St. & 7th Ave. 20 J.J. HILL PARK Green space / 1 acre / bus 12,17 Hewitt Ave. & Broadway 35 RUCKER HILL PARK Green space / .15 acres / bus 6,7,18 621 Laurel Dr. / 2 acres 5 CENTURY PARK Berkshire Dr. SE & Elliott Way 21 JOHNSTON-KELLY PARK 36 SENATOR HENRY M. JACKSON PARK Green space / .4 acres / bus 7,8 46th St. SW & Basswood Dr. 1700 State St. Trails / 4.8 acres / bus 3 Playground, shelters, restrooms, baseball, basketball, 6 CLARK PARK softball, soccer / 15.25 acres / bus 4,29 2400 Lombard Ave. 22 JUDD & BLACK PARK Playground, tennis / 2.4 acres / bus 7 Hewitt Ave. & Maple St. 37 SOUTH EVERETT FOREST PRESERVE Green space / .4 acres / bus 3,4,29 1017 109th St. SE / 15 acres / Trail 7 DOYLE PARK 3420 Grand Ave. 23 KASCH MEMORIAL PARK 38 SUMMIT PARK Playground / 2 acres / bus 7 8811 Airport Rd. Summit Ave. Playground, restrooms, shelter, trails, baseball, View / 3 acres / bus 4, 4 blocks to bus 29 8 DREW NIELSEN NEIGHBORHOOD PARK lacrosse, soccer, softball / 60 acres / bus 3,12 13th & Colby Ave. 39 THORNTON A. SULLIVAN PARK Playground, gazebo / .4 acres / bus 17 24 KIWANIS PARK 11405 W. Silver Lake Rd. 36th & Rockefeller Ave. Playground, restrooms, shelters, trails, view, disc golf, 9 EDGEWATER PARK Playground, basketball / 1 acre / bus 3,17,18 fishing, table tennis on the beach / 35.3 acres / bus 29 3731 W. Mukilteo Blvd. Playground, basketball, tennis / 1.5 acres / bus 18 25 LANGUS RIVERFRONT PARK & TRAIL 40 VIOLA OURSLER VIEWPOINT 400 Smith Island Rd. 721 E. Marine View Dr. 10 ELM ST. PARK Restrooms, shelter, trails, view, fishing, rowing, View / .25 acres / bus 4 Olympic Blvd. & View Ridge Dr. boat launch*/ 96 acres Green space / .2 acres / bus 3,18 41 WALTER E. HALL PARK 26 LIONS PARK 1226 W. Casino Rd. 11 FOREST PARK 7530 Cascade Dr. Playground, restrooms, baseball, soccer, golf course 802 E. Mukilteo Blvd. Playground, trail, basketball skate park / 9 acres / bus 3, 12 Swim Center, playground, restrooms, shelter, trails, Click & Go Visually Impaired Wayfinding 42 WETMORE THEATRE PLAZA basketball, hockey, horseshoes, tennis, 3.35 acres / bus 17 water playground (summer), animal farm (summer) 2710 Wetmore Ave. 197 acres / bus 3,18, requires uphill walk into park 27 LOGANBERRY LANE PARK Amphitheater / bus 3,7,17,29 9201 18th Ave. W. 43 WIGGUMS HOLLOW PARK 12 GARFIELD PARK Trail, off-leash area / .2 acres / bus 3,12 2300 Walnut St. 2808 10th St. Playground, restrooms, baseball, basketball, bike 28 LOWELL PARK Playground, shelter, baseball, basketball, skate park polo, pickle ball, tennis / 5.6 acres / bus 4,29 4605 S. 3rd Ave. 10 acres / bus 4,29 Playground, restrooms, off-leash (designated area 44 DEER PARK 13 GRAND AVE. PARK only), basketball, tennis / 10 acres / bus 29 1800 Grand Ave. Corner of 13th Ave W and 55th St. SW View / 5 acres / 3 blocks to bus 17 29 LOWELL RIVERFRONT PARK & TRAIL Playground 1400 Lowell River Rd. .25 acres 14 HANNABROOK PARK Trail, view, fishing / 7 acres / bus 29 5815 Brookridge Blvd. 45 GREEN LANTERN PARK Playground, trails, basketball / 6 acres / bus 8 30 MAGGIE’S PARK 19th Ave. SE on the east bank of Silver Lake Everett Ave. & W. Marine View Dr. Perimeter walkway, picnic tables and benches 15 HARBORVIEW PARK View, .15 acres, bus 6 .9 acres 1621 W. Mukilteo Blvd. Trails, view / 8 acres / bus 18 31 NORTH & SOUTH VIEW PARK *BOAT LAUNCH FOR ROTARY & LANGUS PARK 510 W. Marine View Dr. • Single launch $7 / VISA, MC, cash and check accepted 16 HAUGE HOMESTEAD PARK View / 4.5 acres • Launch pass $89 valid for 1 year from date of 1819 121st St. S.E. purchase available at the Recreation Office

26 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 ARBORETUM Hannabrook 529 American Legion Hauge Homestead 1 Howarth 5 BASEBALL Kasch American Legion Kiwanis Possession Sound 31 Garfield 40 Lions Kasch Lowell Phil Johnson Ballfields Phil Johnson 10th St Senator Jackson Senator Jackson 19 8 43 Walter E. Hall Thornton A. Sullivan 13th St 25 Wiggums Hollow Walter E. Hall Wiggums Hollow 13 BASKETBALL 36 American Legion SKATE PARKS 19th St Edgewater Walter E. Hall W Marine View Dr 38 Forest Wiggums Hollow 2 6 Garfield 12 Hannabrook SOCCER Kiwanis Kasch 30 Everett 33 Lions Senator Jackson 42 20 22 Lowell Walter E. Hall Hewitt 2 Senator Jackson Wiggums Hollow Pacific STREET HOCKEY Forest Park 7 BOAT LAUNCHES 24 Port Gardner Bay Langus Riverfront 35 SWIMMING Rotary Forest 17 Jetty Island Rucker Ave 41st St DISC GOLF Thornton A. Sullivan 10 11 TABLE TENNIS Thornton A. Sullivan 15 FISHING 28 Hauge Homestead TENNIS 9 Mukilteo Blvd 21 Langus Riverfront American Legion Lowell Riverfront Clark 3 Glenwood Ave Rotary Edgewater Snohomish River

44 Ave Colby Thornton A. Sullivan 29 34 Forest 14 5 Garfield HORSESHOES Howarth Forest Park Lowell

Larimer Rd Madison St OFF-LEASH AREAS TRAILS 18 Howarth Forest 32 Lowell Hannabrook Loganberry Lane Harborview 26 Hauge Homestead Broadway PICKLE BALL Howarth Garfield Park Jetty Island 526 Casino Rd Johnston-Kelly PICNIC SHELTERS Kasch 41 4 American Legion Langus Riverfront 23 Forest Loganberry Lane Hauge Homestead 27 Lowell Riverfront Trail Kasch South Everett Langus Riverfront Forest Preserve 100th St Senator Jackson Thornton A. Sullivan Everett Mall Way Thornton A. Sullivan Wiggums Hollow Airport Rd VOLLEYBALL Jetty Island 37 19th Ave PLAYGROUNDS American Legion Clark 39 PARK CODES Doyle Silver Find at everettwa.gov. Evergreen Way 45 Lake Go to City Hall / Everett Drew Nielsen Municipal Code / Edgewater 16 Title 9, Chapter 9.06. Forest Interurban Trail Garfield

27 Carl Gipson Senior Center 3025 Lombard Ave 425-257-8780 everettwa .gov/seniors ACTIVITIES

ENHANCE FITNESS Become more active, energized and empowered to live independently. Activities include dynamic cardiovascular movement, strength training, and balance and flexibility exercises. Participating in Enhance Fitness may help improve balance and prevent falls. No payment required for Kaiser Permanente Medicare Advantage members. Others pay monthly rates. M, W, F 8:45-9:45 am $25/month

STRETCH AND TONE Stay safely seated to work out with stretching and strengthening exercises. Buy a $10 five-visit punch card at the staff counter to drop in whenever you like. Tuesdays & Thursdays 10-10:45 am $2

WOODCARVING* Carve a little time to help wood reveal its secrets. Award-winning wood carver Larry Carter can help you bring your carvings to life. Bring your own materials or purchase at class. Thursdays 1-3 pm Free

DRAWING & PAINTING WORKSHOP* We may not know your name yet, but we’re glad to meet you. Set Monday afternoons aside to sketch, paint or enjoy other forms of art. Facilitator: Steve Mansour. Supply fee $2 per class. MEMBERSHIP Mondays 1-2:30 pm $2 Membership is currently free. A $30 annual fee begins in 2019. Membership is open to individuals 50 years and older and required CERAMICS* to participate in programs and activities. Application forms are Create art and practical pieces, while making new friends. Add available at the staff counter. creative flair to donated items! Instructor Linda Lee is full of ideas. Thursdays 9-11 am $3 CENTER HOURS Monday-Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm COLORING FOR COMFORT* Wednesday 8:30 am-8 pm Soothe away stress with a coloring break. This free activity may even Saturday 8:30 am-4 pm lower your blood pressure. Bring your own supplies or use what we Activities end 15 minutes prior to closing. have on hand. Activity coordinator: Bobby Neason. Thursdays 8:30-10:30 am Free MEET ‘N GREETS TOLE PAINTING* Meet other members at our quarterly Meet ‘n Greets. Enjoy a cake Learn to create beautifully decorated tin and wood items to give celebration of the month’s birthdays, courtesy of Garden Court. Stay as gifts or add to home decor. The folk art of tole painting elevates for lunch, bingo and/or table tennis. All newcomers and members everyday objects, such as utensils and furniture, to inspired art. Drop are welcome to join us! in once or every week. Instructor: Corky Savoie. Supply fee $8.25 per Wednesday, April 3, 10-11:30 am. visit or $28 per month. Thursdays 10am-12 pm $8.25 MEAL PROGRAM Homage Senior Services offers a balanced and affordable congregate UKULELE lunch program including healthy food choices for diabetic Travel over the rainbow by learning to play the ukulele. Soft, nylon participants. You must complete a nutrition registration card prior to strings and short scales make this tiny, Hawaiian folk instrument participating in the meal program. Lunch is served Monday-Friday at easy on the hands. Register at the staff counter, or call 425-257-8780. 11:30 am. No reservation required, but please arrive by 11:15 am. Instructor: Papa Kila 60 yrs+ $3 suggested donation 2nd & 4th Mondays 12-1 pm $4 Under 60 yrs $7.50, pay at the staff counter CREATIVE WRITING* COFFEE BAR Are you passionate about writing and looking for an outlet? Stop by to purchase coffee, tea, soda and snacks while enjoying Come meet with other writers and get their thoughts. Write about social time with other members. Open 8:30 am–2:30 pm, M-Sa (when childhood memories, family customs or whimsical observations volunteers are available). during this informal forum. Fridays 10 am-12 pm Free

* NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

28 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 BILLIARDS KARAOKE* Sharpen your skills on one of four pool tables in the billiards room. Flex your vocal chords! Science shows that singing makes you feel Friday is Ladies Day. Hours: M-F, 8:30 am-4:15 pm. Wednesday good. Coordinator: Maxine Rogalski. evenings until 7:45pm. Saturdays until 3:45pm. Suggested donation: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 12:30 pm-3 pm Free 25¢ per game or $1 per day. BINGO* BILLIARD TOURNAMENTS Win cash and bragging rights when you get the chance to yell 2nd and 4th Wed 1-5 pm $2 “B-I-N-G-O!” The Everett Senior Center Recreation Association CRIBBAGE* sponsors our BINGO program. Look no further for cribbage partners and opponents! The kind of Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays 12:30 pm-3 pm $2 social engagement involved in game play may boost the immune TABLE TENNIS* system and improve mental health, in addition to being fun. Play on one of five professional tables, and challenge our practice Thursdays 12:15-3:15 pm Free robot! Table tennis professional and nationally ranked player DUPLICATE BRIDGE* Howard Grossman gives free skills demonstrations and low-cost Exercise your mind by playing bridge! Help boost your immune training sessions. system and mental health by engaging with peers, and have fun! Mondays 9 am-4 pm $2 Duplicate bridge requires partners. Coordinator: George Beykovsky Wednesdays 1-7:30 pm $2 Tu, Th, Sa 11:45 am-3:30 pm $1 Saturdays 8:30 am-3:30 pm $2

HAND AND FOOT CANASTA* WII BOWLING & GOLF* Exercise your memory and concentration by playing this fun card Come see what all of the excitement is about, and benefit from fun game! The aim is to release 11 beginning cards each from your hand, exercise! Basic play is free, and tournament play costs $5 per month. and then your foot, by melding them. A meld is a set of three to Monday-Saturday 8:30 am-3:30 pm Free seven cards of equal rank placed face up on the table. Melds must SATURDAY DANCE* have at least three cards. Jive to live music provided by Lauren Petrie. Dance the fox trot, Tuesdays 9-11:30 am Free swing, cha-cha, waltz, rumba, line dances and more on our beautiful Thursdays 12:15-2:45 pm Free parquet dance floor. Doors open at 12:30pm. PARTY BRIDGE* 2nd & 4th Saturdays 1-3 pm $5 Exercise your memory and concentration while having fun with CLOGGING* friends! Party bridge does not require partners. This activity is free. Try a traditional dance to broaden your point of view and inspire Fridays 12:30-4 pm Free smiles. Instructor Mary Taht says, “Clog dancing is like tap dancing PARTY BRIDGE PRACTICE* with a bit of line dancing thrown in. Great fun with wild music and Here’s your chance to practice and up your game in a casual setting! nice people.” Exercise your memory and concentration while having fun with Fridays 10 am-12 pm $2 friends. Party bridge practice does not require partners. $1/game. HULA PRACTICE* Tuesdays 8:45-11 am $1 Imagine energizing island breezes as you dance the hula with PINOCHLE* experienced and novice dancers. Instructor: Connie Young. Make new friends playing this fun card game! Mondays 1-3 pm Free Tuesdays 12:15-3:15 pm Free SMART PHONE CLASS KNITTING & CROCHETING* Frustrated with your phone or tablet? “Gadget girl” Maricel Halmo Whether you are a beginner, need help with a current project, or offers advice for “outsmarting” and making the most of your want to share your ideas and skills with others, the “Happy Hookers” device. In addition to a presentation and printed information, this and “Knit Wits” welcome you! Contact instructor Bobby Neason with class for senior center members allows time for hands-on help with questions: 425-303-2516. your smart phone or tablet. Thursdays & Fridays 12-2 pm Free 1st Thursday 9:30-11 am $5

PROJECT LINUS COMPUTER ROOM If you can tie a knot, you can help make quilts for traumatized Complete projects, correspond with loved ones or explore on one children. Project Linus volunteers have created more than 21,000 of 10 computers loaded with current software. Hours dependent on blankets for children in Snohomish County, donating to hospitals, availability of a volunteer monitor. Call 425-257-8780 for times and sexual abuse centers, domestic violence centers, foster care and class information. similar groups. Anyone can participate: No experience necessary! Contact facilitator Diane Campbell at 425-252-4524. 2nd Tu of each month 12:30-2:30 pm Free * NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

29 Senior Center continued SERVICES CLUBS & MEETINGS

FOOT CARE CLINIC HISPANIC COMMUNITY Treat your feet to some TLC by visiting one of our foot care Hola! Bring your friends and make new ones at these bi-monthly professionals. In addition to an experienced cosmetologist, we have meetings with Hispanic seniors. Coordinated by social worker Nancy an RN who specializes in helping people who have diabetes. Fees Santos. range from $25 to $30. Call for an appointment: 425-257-8780. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 9:30 am-1:30 pm Free Mondays & Wednesdays 10 am-2 pm $25-30 PROJECT COMMITTEE NURSE WELLNESS Meet with other senior center members to discuss upcoming Nurses answer health questions, check blood pressure and offer volunteer opportunities and new ideas for the membership. advice on site. 1st Fridays 10:00 am -11:30 am Free Monday - Friday 9:30 am-12:30 pm Free RETIRED PUBLIC EMPLOYEES SHIBA If you are newly retired from a public position and looking to make Do you have questions about your health insurance plan? SHIBA friends or find answers to benefit questions, join this monthly is part of the insurance commissioner’s consumer protection meeting. No registration required. Contact volunteer coordinator Jim services. SHIBA provides free, unbiased, and confidential assistance Brandley for more information at 425-337-0889. with Medicare and health care choices. The SHIBA advisors are 1st Tuesdays 1:00 pm -3:00 pm Dues volunteers. Call for an appointment: 425-257-8780.

2nd & 4th Thursdays 1-4 pm Free VETERANS CLUB SOCIAL SERVICES Coordinated by Ralph Quaas. All veterans are welcome to join. Need help with personal issues and don’t know where to turn? Ask 2nd Wednesdays 1:00 pm-2:30 pm Free our Homage Senior Services social worker. Call for an appointment: 425-513-1900. Thursdays 9 am-1 pm Free SUPPORT GROUPS

AA SENIORS FOR LIFE We all need someone to lean on. If you are struggling, this weekly Alcoholics Anonymous support group for seniors is here to help. Activity coordinator is Steve Mansour. No registration required. Tuesdays 12:30 pm -1:30 pm Free

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS This social support group provides a comforting environment for widows, widowers and bereaved parents. Coordinator: Nancy Fischer. No registration required. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 12:30 pm-1:30 pm Free

LEWY BODY DEMENTIA People struggling with LBD and their caregivers and family members are welcome to find and give each other support. No registration required. Facilitator: Joy Walker. 2nd Fridays 11:00 pm-12:30 pm Free

TOPS: TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY TOPS offers support for achieving goals around health, wellness, weight-loss and personal victories! Membership fees paid at meeting. Contact volunteer coordinator Doris Moran for more details: 425-740-3802. $35 per year plus $4 monthly dues. Mondays 9:00 am-11:00 am Dues

VIPS: VISUALLY IMPAIRED PERSONS Learn about and share resources available to people who are visually impaired. Coordinator: Albert Heimdahl. No registration required. 3rd Mondays 10:00 am-11:15 am Free

Reach out for fun, support and resources.

30 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 Event Rentals

Put a little swing into your next event! Rent Cascade View Hall at the Senior Center. This spacious 4,700 square feet venue accommodates 400 people (250 seated).

RESERVATIONS CANCELLATION OR DATE CHANGE

ENVISION YOUR SUCCESSFUL EVENT A cancellation or date change must be received in writing. We only Simply call the Recreation Office at 425-257-8300 ext 2, and we’ll make exceptions of assessing rental cancellation fees in cases of guide you through available Forest Park facilities or give instructions death in the family or significant health issues. Customers are given for self-guided tours of our rental spaces in other locations. an opportunity to reschedule within a calendar year rather than pay RESERVATIONS the cancellation fee as a customer courtesy. Make your reservation today by calling the Recreation Office at ALL INDOOR FACILITIES 425-257-8300 ext 2. Rental fee and deposit are due at the time Refunds will not be issued for cancellations 60 days or less prior to of reservation. We accept reservations up to one year in advance. the event. 100% of the damage deposit will be returned. DOWN PAYMENT PLAN LIONS HALL, VAN VALEY HOUSE AND MEETING ROOMS FLORAL HALL, LEGION HALL AND CASCADE VIEW HALL ONLY Cancellations made more than 60 days prior to rental will receive Customers may choose to make a $500 down payment at the time 50% of the rental fee back. 100% of the damage deposit will of booking. Full payment is due 60 days prior to event, including be returned. damage deposit. FLORAL HALL, LEGION HALL AND CASCADE VIEW HALL TEARDOWN PACKAGE Cancellations are subject to a $200 cancellation fee. FLORAL HALL, LEGION HALL AND CASCADE VIEW HALL ONLY PICNIC SHELTERS AND SWIM CENTER PARTIES Packages are offered March-November based on availability. Two Cancellations or date changes made more than 30 days prior weeks notice is required. After removal of all items brought to the to event are subject to a $25 fee. Refunds will not be issued for facility, we’ll put tables and chairs away, clean the kitchen, bathroom cancellations or date changes 30 days or less prior to the event. and floors up to 3 hours. $269

31 Event Rentals continued BANQUET HALLS

FLORAL HALL CASCADE VIEW HALL FOREST PARK, 802 E MUKILTEO BLVD THE CARL GIPSON SENIOR CENTER OF EVERETT, 3025 LOMBARD Accommodates 300 people or 200 seated – 3,000 sq ft For reservations call 425-257-8780. Wood floors & interior, wood-burning fireplace, projection screen, Accommodates 400 people or 250 seated – 4,700 sq ft no projector, WIFI, portable stairs for stage access, stove, oven, Large windows with mountain view, wood flooring suitable for microwave, refrigerator, freezer, 55 cup coffeemaker, 25-8 ft tables, dancing, sound system with looping capabilities for those with 22-5 ft round tables, 4-3 ft square tables, 200 chairs hearing aids, stage & stage lighting, large screen with projector, Minimum hours: Friday and Sunday 3 hrs, Saturday 6 hrs 30-8 ft tables or 25-60 in round tables, 250 chairs HOURLY RATE $69 M-Th or $159 F-Su Minimum hours: 4 hrs ALL DAY PACKAGE $1,825 F or Su 9am-11pm HOURLY RATE $159 $1,999 Sa 9am-11pm ALL DAY PACKAGE $1,695 Sa or Su, 9am-11pm OVERNIGHT PACKAGE $2,625 F 6-11pm and Sa 8am-11pm DAMAGE DEPOSIT $200 no alcohol or $400 with alcohol DAMAGE DEPOSIT $200 no alcohol or $400 with alcohol UPPER LOBBY AT EVERETT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER LEGION HALL 2710 WETMORE AVE. AMERICAN LEGION MEMORIAL PARK, 145 ALVERSON BLVD For pricing and reservations call 425-257-6360. Accommodates 75 people seated inside – 1,175 sq ft Venue sets an exclusive tone for fundraisers, receptions and other Panoramic views of Port Gardner Bay, patios, lawn, gardens, private parties. Dale Chihuly glass and artwork, bistro tables, food wood interior, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, TV, DVD, projection and beverage bar, 6 ft tables and 8 ft tables, 100 chairs. screen, no projector, stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, 55 cup coffeemaker, 12-8 ft tables, 17-5 ft round tables, ELWIN F. ANDERSON COMMUNITY ROOM 2-40 in round tables, 3-3 ft square tables, 100 chairs EVERETT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, 2710 WETMORE AVE. Minimum hours: Friday and Sunday 3 hrs, Saturday 6 hrs For pricing and reservations call 425-257-6360. HOURLY RATE $59 M-Th or $149 F-Su Accommodates 125 people - 1,860 sq ft ALL DAY PACKAGE $1,675 F, Sa or Su 9am-11pm Multi-use room, projector, screen, lectern, integrated sound system OVERNIGHT PACKAGE $2,420 F 6-11pm and Sa 8am-11pm with microphone, small kitchen, 6 ft & 8 ft tables, 100 chairs, DAMAGE DEPOSIT $200 no alcohol or $400 with alcohol optional room divider.

LIONS HALL FOREST PARK, 802 E MUKILTEO BLVD UNIQUE SPACES Accommodates 100 people – 1,055 sq ft Spacious, carpeted, functional floor plan, TV, DVD, projection screen, no projector, WIFI, stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, EVERGREEN ARBORETUM & GARDENS freezer, 55 cup coffeemaker, 12-8 ft tables, 100 chairs LEGION MEMORIAL PARK, 145 ALVERSON BLVD HOURLY RATE $59 M-Th or $99 F-Su Accommodates 100 people. Gazebo, lawn, gardens, art installations. DAMAGE DEPOSIT $200 no alcohol or $400 with alcohol Non-exclusive arboretum use. Rentals are for 4 hours. SEP-JUN, M-Th $150 OLYMPIC VIEW ROOM, WALTER E. HALL GOLF COURSE SEP-JUNE, F-Su $200 1226 W CASINO RD JULY-AUG, M-Th $200 For reservations, call 425-353-4653 ext. 5. JULY-AUG, F-Su $250 Accommodates 100 people or 80 seated – 1,200 sq ft Carpeted floor, white brick walls, lodge-style ceiling, galley kitchen, FOREST PARK SWIM CENTER POOL PARTIES projector screen, no projector, portable bar, 13-8 ft tables, 100 chairs, Play on our inflatable obstacle course and follow with a party on the catering & alcohol service pool deck! Recommended for ages 8 and up. Available 12-2pm on HOURLY RATE $100 or $800 all day Saturdays and Sundays. Up to 25 swimmers: $209. DAMAGE DEPOSIT $200 no alcohol or $400 with alcohol To reserve call 425-257-8300, ext. 2.

GREENSIDE GRILL, LEGION MEMORIAL GOLF COURSE AUDITORIUM AT EVERETT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 144 W MARINE VIEW DR 2710 WETMORE AVE For pricing and reservations, call 425-259-4653 ext. 6. For pricing and reservations call 425-257-6360. Accommodates 250 people or 144 seated, 1,768 sq ft Seating for 512 people, 7 ADA spaces. Carpeted floors, lodge style, golf course view, 10-8 ft tables, Perfect for lectures, film screenings, graduation ceremonies, theatre, 20-40 in square tables, 120 chairs, AV system and WIFI ballet and musical productions. Orchestra pit, large green room Catering & alcohol service, box lunches available with attached dressing rooms, ensemble dressing room, theatrical lighting, professional audio and rigging/fly systems. Proscenium: 40 ft wide x 20 ft high. Stage: 82 ft wide x 38 ft deep.

32 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 MEETING ROOMS

VAN VALEY HOUSE SEAGULLS NEST AT LEGION MEMORIAL GOLF COURSE 2130 COLBY AVE 144 W MARINE VIEW DR Accommodates 40 people – 1,300 sq ft For pricing and reservations, call 425-259-4653 ext. 6. Gas fireplace, sound system, projection screen, no projector, WIFI, Accommodates 32 people seated – 575 sq ft fully-equipped kitchen, commercial dishwasher. Not suitable for Carpeted floors, lodge style, golf course view, 8 ft tables or large formal dining. 40 in square tables, 32 chairs, AV system and WIFI. Catering & alcohol HOURLY RATE $69 M-Th or $99/hr F-Su service; great for early morning business meetings. DAMAGE DEPOSIT $200 no alcohol or $400 with alcohol ROOMS AT CARL GIPSON SENIOR CENTER LANGUS MEETING ROOM 3025 LOMBARD LANGUS RIVERFRONT PARK, 411 SMITH ISLAND RD For reservations call 425-257-8780. Accommodates 25 people – 1,000 sq ft MT RAINIER MEETING ROOM Adjacent to river trail, picnic tables, lawns and fishing Accommodates 20-30 people – 680 sq ft docks, carpets, high ceiling, skylights, stove, oven, Classroom or table seating, screen with projector and computer, microwave, refrigerator, 10-6 ft tables, 25 chairs whiteboard, large mirror, 5-8 ft tables, 1-6 ft table, 30 chairs HOURLY RATE $34 MT BAKER MEETING ROOM DAMAGE DEPOSIT $100 - no alcohol Accommodates 16 people – 567 sq ft Classroom setting, screen with projector and computer, SPRUCE MEETING ROOM white board, 4-8 ft tables, 16 chairs. FOREST PARK, 802 E MUKILTEO BLVD Accommodates 35 people – 720 sq ft MT ST HELENS MEETING ROOM Projection screen, no projector, 6-8 ft x 1.5 ft tables, Accommodates 40 people – 1225 sq ft 35 chairs, no running water, restroom or kitchen Classroom setting, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, sink, HOURLY RATE $34 coffee maker, 8-8 ft tables, 40 chairs. DAMAGE DEPOSIT $100 - no alcohol MT OLYMPUS MEETING ROOM Accommodates 12 people – 250 sq ft SILVER LAKE MEETING ROOM Conference table, 12 chairs, white board, screen, no projector. THORNTON A. SULLIVAN PARK MT PILCHUCK MEETING ROOM 11405 W SILVER LAKE RD Accommodates 20 people – 510 sq ft Accommodates 40 people – 1,018 sq ft Floor to ceiling windows, large stained glass window, plants, Lakeside beach, picnic areas, projection screen, patio view, 4 round tables, 20 chairs, piano, VCR/DVD player. no projector, stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, 55 cup coffee HOURLY RATE $25 during business hours maker, 5-8 ft tables, 40 chairs, not ADA compliant $50 during non-business hours HOURLY RATE $34 3 hour minimum DAMAGE DEPOSIT $100 - no alcohol DAMAGE DEPOSIT $100 - no alcohol

Natural light, stained glass windows and greenery brighten meetings in the Mt Pilchuck Room.

33 Event Rentals continued Special Events PICNIC SHELTERS DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE Friday or Saturday, Feb 8 or 9 6:30 pm-8 pm AMERICAN LEGION MEMORIAL PARK NEW LOCATION: Cascade View Hall 145 ALVERSON BLVD at the Carl Gipson Senior Center Accommodates 100 people, seats 39 | Water, power, BBQ, 5 tables Like sunshine on a cloudy day, this YEAR ROUND, M-Th $79 all day valentine-themed dance is sure to SEP 16-JUNE 14, F-Su $99 all day bring smiles to fathers and JUNE 15-SEP 15, F-Su $99 9am-3pm or 4pm-dusk | $179 all day daughters as they spend a sweet evening dancing, giggling FOREST PARK and being together. Dress fancy 802 E MUKILTEO BLVD and save the memory with a free Accommodates 200 people, seats 47 | Water, power, BBQ, 6 tables commemorative photo. Music by YEAR ROUND, M-Th $79 all day DJ PJ Parsons & light refreshments. SEP 16-JUNE 14, F-Su $99 all day For children of all ages. Registration JUNE 15-SEP 15, F-Su $99 9am-3pm or 4pm-dusk | $179 all day is required under the father’s name. $34; each additional child $6. CAMP PATTERSON THORNTON A. SULLIVAN PARK, 11405 SILVER LAKE RD EVERYBODY’S CLOSET February 16, 10 am-3 pm Accommodates 200 people, seats 64 Carl Gipson Senior Center Water, power, BBQ, 8 tables under 2 shelters Find gently used clothing for men, women and children. YEAR ROUND, M-Th $129 all day Free coffee and snacks. Open to the public. SEP 16-JUNE 14, F-Su $149 all day JUNE 15-SEP 15, F-Su $149 9am-3pm or 4pm-dusk | $209 all day LADIES TEA & BRUNCH April 6, 1:00 pm–3:30 pm HAUGE HOMESTEAD PARK Carl Gipson Senior Center 1819 121ST ST SE (next to Emory’s Restaurant) Enjoy an elegant afternoon with entertainment, tea sandwiches Accommodates 50 people, seats 30 | Water, power, BBQ, 4 tables and a variety of desserts. Take home a parting gift to remind you of M-Th $69 all day fond memories of the event. For all ages including daughters F-Su $79 all day and granddaughters. Limited seating. Special seating available for members of the Red Hat Society. Call the senior center for prices and SILVER LAKE BEACH more information: 425-257-7087. THORNTON A. SULLIVAN PARK, 11405 SILVER LAKE RD Accommodates 50 people, seats 40 BBQ, 5 tables, no water or power YEAR ROUND, M-Th $69 all day SEP 16-JUNE 14, F-Su $79 all day JUNE 15-SEP 15, F-Su $79 9am-3pm or 4pm-dusk | $119 all day

SILVER LAKE DOCK THORNTON A. SULLIVAN PARK, 11405 SILVER LAKE RD Accommodates 50 people, seats 25 | Water, no power, 3 tables, BBQ YEAR ROUND, M-Th $69 all day SEP 16-JUNE 14, F-Su $79 all day JUNE 15-SEP 15, F-Su $79 9am-3pm or 4pm-dusk | $119 all day

KASCH PARK 8811 AIRPORT RD Accommodates 100 people, seats 47 | Water, power, BBQ, 6 tables M-Th $79 all day F-Su $99 all day

LANGUS RIVERFRONT PARK 411 SMITH ISLAND RD Accommodates 100 people, seats 47 | Water, power, BBQ, 6 tables M-Th $79 all day F-Su $99 all day

34 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2 The OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, March 13, 5:30-6:30 pm Discover the supportive acceptance that inspires families to enroll at Forest Park multiple generations in The Preschool at Forest Park. Step into the classroom, meet our teachers and learn how to enroll for the next school year. For more information, see page 12.

35 Everett Parks & Community Services 802 E. Mukilteo Blvd Everett, WA 98203

Pump up your next celebration with a floating, inflatable obstacle course! Invite up to 24 guests to balance, climb and crawl across an island of fun ultimately splashing into the pool for a swim . Follow the water play with on-deck party time . See page 5 for details .

36 everettwa.gov/parks Register at everettwa.gov/register or call 425-257-8300 ext 2