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Northwest Girlchoir invites students in grades 1-12 to open rehearsals from June 9-11. These sessions aim to recruit new members for the choir, which is set to begin rehearsals in September. The initiative fosters musical education and community engagement among young singers.
The Sno-King International Folk Dance Club invites community members to participate in dance events throughout June 2025. The club aims to promote cultural exchange and physical activity through traditional folk dances. Participation is open to dancers of all skill levels.
Scotty’s Food Truck will operate from May 29-31 at the Calvary Church parking lot in Edmonds, offering a variety of seafood dishes. The food truck will be open Thursday through Saturday from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Edmonds College received a $300,000 grant from Jobs for the Future to enhance its Advanced Manufacturing Skills Center programs. The funding aims to increase access to quality jobs for students facing economic barriers, with objectives including a 30% annual enrollment increase.
Edmonds residents participated in community events on Tuesday, showcasing local engagement and activities. The Best of Edmonds 2025 voting is underway, encouraging citizens to recognize their favorite local businesses and services.
Lynnwood Rotary Club will host its eighth annual Challenge Series Derby Car Race on June 14, providing a competitive yet inclusive environment for children with disabilities. The event, held at Lynnwood Elementary School, features derby car racing, face painting, and food from Chick-fil-A. Families can register through the Rotary Club's website or by contacting Race Chair Debbie Bodal.
The community group Keep Edmonds Vibrant (KEV) presented revenue solutions to local financial issues during a City Council meeting, arguing against asset sales and budget cuts. Despite their constructive proposals, some council members displayed disdain for the group's presence and ideas.
The City of Edmonds appointed Beckie Peterson as the new executive assistant to the mayor and Neil Neroutsos as the interim public information officer. Peterson previously served as a legislative executive assistant, while Neroutsos will oversee public communications. This leadership change aims to enhance the city's operational effectiveness.
The Early Learning Community Gathering will take place on May 29 at Verdant Health Commission in Lynnwood, focusing on child care in Snohomish County. The event will present preliminary findings from a community-led assessment, highlighting barriers and needs within the child care system. Attendees will include families, providers, and lawmakers, emphasizing the importance of investing in early learning.
The Edmonds City Council discussed updating its middle housing development code and heard a report from Keep Edmonds Vibrant, which proposed community engagement strategies. The council initially debated the fairness of allowing the group a lengthy presentation but ultimately voted against removing the item from the agenda.