Around Stanwood
'Cookie and The Cutters' Former Blazing Saddles owner, Cookie Spirk of Camano Island, will be appearing with her band, "Cookie & The Cutters" for a special performance celebrating their new CD Sat., Sept. 26 at Gerry Andal's Restaurant in Stanwood. The performance beginning at 9 p.m., will lead off with Electric Barnyard. Gerry Andal's is located at 27021 102nd Ave. NW in Stanwood. For more information or reservations, see gerryandal.com or call 629-6569. 'Woman's guide to money matters'
"A woman's guide to money matters" seminar is Sat., Sept. 26, 10-11 a.m, at the Edward Jones office, 7104 265th St. NW, Stanwood (ground floor of Village Commons condos behind Haggens). RSVPs are required by calling 629-5487, or 425-750-6272. There will be light snacks and beverages served.
Day of Recollection at institute
There will be a Day of Recollection Sat., Sept. 26, at the Carmelite Institute of Spirituality, 27008 78th Ave NW, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Presenter: Fr. Ramiro Casale OCD. There is a suggested donation. Bring a sack lunch, coffee and tea provided. Any questions, call 629-4032.
Islanders invite all to breakfast
People from the mainland are invited to the South Camano Grange pancake breakfast Sat., Sept. 26, 8 to 11 a.m. at the grange. For directions, call Pat, 629-3276. To celebrate the season, cooks will be making pumpkin pancakes, to join French toast, scrambled eggs, sausage and ham on the menu. Door prize will be given to the 15th couple.
Christian motorcyclists assoc. meeting
Morning Star Riders Chapter meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 24 for dinner, fellowship, and review of upcoming rides, rallies, and outreach events; guests welcome. Learn about the many fall activities that are open to all motorcyclists. Meet at Denny's, 100 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. Contact Scott Burner, pres., 360-770-0728 for chapter info; visit national website www.cmausa. org for organization overview or state website www.riding4theson. com for ride opportunities throughout Washington.
Etiquette classes for children
The class is called "Pass the peas please." and "We will make learning manners fun!" say instructors. The first class is Wed., Sept. 23, 4-7 p.m. in the social room of the Stanwood Community and Senior Center, 7430 276th St. NW. Phone is 629-7403. The second class is Sat., Oct. 3, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and again, 1 - 4 p.m. Your child will take with them basic table manners, the power of "please" and "thank you," introducing friends, learning to shake hands, proper posture, how to be a good guest and host, cellular and texting etiquette, when to remove your hat, thank you notes, sportsmanship and party etiquette.
H istorical society honors volunteers
The Stanwood Area Historical Society would like to thank all those who volunteered their time during the past year, with a 6 p.m. barbecue Thurs., Sept. 24 at the Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center. Volunteers have donated countless hours at the museum, the D.O. Pearson House, and in support of many activities of the society. Following the barbecue, there will be a 7 p.m., general meeting, the main business election of officers for the coming year. All interested community members are invited to attend.
Teen library board meeting Thursday
Stanwood Library Teen Advisory Board meeting is Thurs., Sept. 24, 2:30 p.m. at the library. "Make your library your library, by telling us what you think," said a spokesperson. Teens are invited to earn volunteer hours while sharing their ideas for library programs, purchases and improvements. Contact teen librarian, Rob Branigin, for more information, 629-3132, rbranigin@sno-isle. org.
Little League board sets elections
Stanwood/Camano Little League's annual board member nominations/ elections meeting will be Fri., Sept. 25, 6 p.m. at the Stanwood PUD building. Positions being nominated/elected are president, vice president, secretary, treasurer and player agent. More information about SCLL's current board members can be found at eteamz.com/stanwoodcamanoll/board.
Tickets on sale now for Oktoberfest
Fri., Oct. 2, an Oktoberfest celebration will be held at the Stanwood Community and Senior Center, 6 to 8 p.m., with live music by Hugo's Accordion Band. Tickets are on sale now at the center. This popular German fest will have music, dancing and great food: Bratwurst, sauerkraut, sweet and sour red cabbage, German potato salad, green beans, brotchen roll and dessert.
Applications open for bazaar vendors
Applications are available at the Stanwood Community and Senior Center, 7430 276th St. NW, to participate in the fifth annual holiday craft bazaar Nov. 6 and 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 629-7403 or visit www.stanwoodseniorcenter.org
Volunteers needed at Davis Place
Davis Place, an after school destination for teens, offers activities, classes and special events for youth ages 11 to 18. "We are seeking fun, energetic, adult volunteers who enjoy working with teens," said a spokesperson. Davis Place is open Monday/Wednesday afternoons 2 to 6 p.m., for drop-in, and Tuesdays/Thursdays for scheduled classes. "We are looking for individuals who can commit to two or four hour shifts per week. Contact Janet Mott, volunteer coordinator, 629-5257, or janet@stanwoodcamanoresources. org.
DAV mobile office open - Saturday
The nonprofit D-A-V and the Harley-Davidson Foundation have teamed up to offer help to veterans who are unsure about benefits and services. The DAV Mobile Service Office will be at Harley- Davidson of Bellingham, 1419 North State St., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat., Sept. 26, to personally provide the best counseling and claim filing assistance available. This event is part of the nationwide Harley's Heroes tour and is free to all veterans and members of their families. For further information, contact NSO Michele L. Colpaert, 206-220-6225.
C ancer survivors celebration Sunday
The American Cancer Society Everett is sponsoring a 5K walk, with no registration fees and no minimum fund raising required to participate, all ages are welcome. Every cent raised will go to education, advocacy, and research (40 percent), and 60 percent goes to help fund the Breast and Cervical Health Program in Snohomish County and in Washington state. The walk will be held at Everett Legion Memorial Park Sun., Sept. 27, 10 a.m. so we can award them with a Breast Cancer Survivor Medal."
' Zumba Gold' classes at center
Zumba Gold Classes for everyone at the Stanwood Community and Senior Center drop-ins welcome. Instructor Laura Randall, 425-232-5198. Beginning Oct. 1, classes continue Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4 - 5 p.m.
'Living with Parkinson's' presentation
This informative presentation about diagnosis, treatment options and living with Parkinson's is presented on Mon. Sept. 28, 6:30 - 8 p.m., at Skagit Valley Hospital by Susie I. Ro, MD and Peter C. Nora, MD of the Comprehensive Movement Disorders Program at Swedish. To register, call Skagit Valley Hospital, 629-6481or 360-814-2424.
Senior center needs volunteers
The Stanwood Community and Senior Center needs volunteers for the Center Court thrift store as soon as possible. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. You can volunteer for however many hours and however many days you would like. Contact Lynn or Sandy, 629-7403, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
' Social media in business' series
The Economic Development Association of Skagit County presents "Implementing social media in business" as part of the EDASC Biz Series Wed., Sept. 30, 2 p.m., 204 West Montgomery in Mount Vernon. The lessons and power of Twitter, Facebook and beyond will be discussed with practical application for business in today's economy. The series is presented in partnership with Skagit Valley College, and presents up to two topics per month. Advanced registration is required on-line, www.skagit. org, or 360-336-6114. Refreshments are provided.
Father-daughter appear in musical
Ireland Woods , a seventh grader at Port Susan Middle School, and her father Steward, are part of the cast for "Secret Garden," in the Driftwood Players production at the Wade James Theatre in Edmonds. Performances at 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 4. The theatre is located at 950 Main St., and tickets are available by calling 425-774-9600, or visit driftwoodplayers. com.
