NCO 2013 Home for the Holidays

A Special Supplement to North County Outlook • November 27, 2013

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Merrysville for the Holidays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4 Local Tree Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5 Choosing the Right Tree. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6 Holiday Tour of Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 Give the Gift of Fun!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 Naughty or Nice List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7

Hometown Holidays in Arlington. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8-9 Small Business Saturday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10 Passport to Downtown Marysville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11 Greetings to the Troops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12 Resale Sporting Goods Offer Bargains. . . . . . . . . . . . Page 13 Holiday Puzzles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14 Local Bakeries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15 Ways to Give. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 16 Coloring Contest - Win Prizes! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17

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Explosive fun planned for ‘Merrysville’ The first Saturday of December is traditionally the day Marysville kicks off its holiday season, with the annual “Merrysville for the Holidays” festivities at Comeford Park.

This year’s event, set for Dec. 7, adds an element of excitement with a fireworks show immediately following the water tower lighting at 7 p.m.

“It’s just a wonderful night out for families,” said Andrea Kingsford, recreation coordinator for Marysville’s Parks and Recreation department.

“The event is a great way to

kick off the holiday season and get into the spirit.”

The day begins with a Holiday Craft Show opening at 2 p.m. in the Ken Baxter Community Center at Comeford Park, located at 5th and State Ave. Shoppers can find unique gifts handcrafted by local artisans, including holiday wreaths, pottery, purses, garden art, jewelry and much more. The craft show continues until 8 p.m. that evening.

The park will be filled with holiday photo booths, ready to capture your own special memories (bring your

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camera!). Tasty food and beverages provided by local vendors includes the Marysville Kiwanis Club, Bite Me Cupcakes, Ivar’s, Pete’s Toffee, and Happy Trails Kettle Corn. Don’t miss the deepfried Oreos, a specialty of the Hillside Church group.

State Avenue comes alive at 6:30 p.m. as the Electric Lights Parade starts at 10th Street and makes it way down to the park. Bundle up to see the lighted floats, fire trucks, marching bands… and of course, cheer Santa’s arrival!

Speaking of marching

n Cub Scout Pack 26 participated in the 2012 Electric Lights Parade.

Celebrating their 20th year touring together this holiday season with a style that’s been compared to Crosby, Stills and Nash meets the Rat Pack. It’s an acoustic and vocal delight. Don’t miss out on this FREE event!

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Christmas Schedule

Christmas Eve Mass at ICC 5:00 pm Vigil Mass at ICC 9:00 pm Christmas Day Mass at ICC 9:00 am Mass at SJV/Darrington 12:00 Noon

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bands, the Electric Lights Parade celebrates the debut of the Marysville Getchell Marching Band, under the direction of Ben Peterson.

This year the Parks department partnered with Liberty Elementary School as students participated in a coloring activity. One student, whose entry was chosen at random from all those received, will ride in a shiny red firetruck in the parade.

A fire engine is also Santa’s chosen mode of transportation to the park, where he’ll set up temporary shop to hear the little ones’ wishes.

Carol Kapua, who coordinates the Strawberry Festival parade each year, was

selected to lead the Electric Lights Parade as the Grand Marshal. She will also have the important task of flipping the switch in the park gazebo to light up the water tower.

As the Marysville City Band plays holiday music, watch the skies over the park for a new fireworks show, made possible with sponsorship by Judd & Black and E&E Lumber.

Throughout the evening, families can enjoy the bonfire, hot cocoa and warm community camaraderie of the holiday season.

For more information, visit marysvillewa.gov, or phone (360) 363-8400.

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n Santa and Mrs. Claus set up shop at Comeford Park to hear wishes and visit with local children. Be sure to bring your camera!

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For a ‘green’ Christmas, choose a locally cut tree We love trees. They clean our air and water, store our carbon, and lend a hand in creating many of the things we depend on, from our homes and furniture to our beloved Louisville Sluggers.

So we should never, ever cut one down for the sole purpose of decorating our living rooms for the month of December, right?

Actually, wrong.

“If you choose a real Christmas tree over an artificial one, count yourself among the ‘greener’ holiday makers,” according to James Schroeder,

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Eastern Washington program director for The Nature Conservancy.

Here’s why: 30 million trees are harvested annually for Christmas, out of the 350-500 million growing on tree farms across the country. As each year’s trees are harvested for sale, there are more than ten times as many left standing. A tradition of buying real trees keeps tree farms in business – and their lands covered in forest.

Conversely, about 10 million artificial trees are purchased each year. 90 percent are shipped to the U.S. from

China. Artificial trees are not recyclable. In fact, most are made from a kind of plastic called polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which is derived from petroleum.

Want to make your already green choice even greener?

Visit a cut-your-own tree farm instead of purchasing a pre-cut tree. That way, you’ll know for certain that it wasn’t shipped in from outside your home state.

Use LED lights—they’ll use as little as 10 percent of the electricity and last for years.

Pass up the non-recyclable

cones or seashells and decorate with glue and glitter.

If you are planning to purchase ornaments, choose wooden ones over plastic.

When you travel during the year, pick up a painted wood ornament from the destination you visit. Soon you’ll have a collection of ornaments that brings back memories of trips with friends and family.

Recycle your Christmas tree whenever possible.

Many areas now offer a postChristmas curbside pickup, and the trees are typically chipped or ground to use in mulch.

Holiday Bazaar Guide

Picking the Right Tree

To advertise in this directory Call Debbie 360-659-1100 debbie@northcountyoutlook.com n Visit your local tree farm or established tree seller for the freshest Christmas tree.

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tinsel and make garland out of popcorn and/or cranberries.

Keep using heirloom ornaments year after year, but if you’re still looking to fill

some space on the tree, you don’t have to go the storebought route. Try turning holiday cards or your child’s artwork into ornaments. Or go for a walk to collect pine

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Buy real, not plastic.

Real trees provide all those clean air and water benefits we need.

Buy reputable, meaning a tree from a local, wellestablished tree seller.

That could be your local hardware store, the nearby nursery, or some other well-established business.

Here’s why: A fly-by-night operation is more likely to have trees that have not been inspected for invasive bugs.

Buy resilient, healthy trees. Run your hand along the branches— they should be flexible. If the needles are falling off, that suggests a tree that’s been dead awhile, either cut too soon or maybe infected by invasive pests.

Dispose of your tree safely. When Christmas is over, don’t just toss it in the backyard to lay around and decompose. If there are any invasive bugs on the tree it may allow them to spread to your yard.

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The third annual Holiday Tour of Lights welcomes guests to experience a lighted wonderland beginning December 5 and continuing through Dec. 28, each Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening at Cedarcrest Golf Course, 6810-84th St. NE in Marysville.

The light show tour is closed Saturday, Dec. 7, during Merrysville for the Holidays at Comeford Park.

The winter event has grown each year, with added attractions and more activities available to entertain families during the busy holiday season. This year two mini-trains, courtesy of Marysville Rotary, will transport visitors through the displays. The 20-minute tour includes a stop at Santa’s workshop.

“The displays are fun for everyone,” noted recreation coordinator Andrea Kingsford of the Marysville Parks and Recreation Department.

“From classic scenes to fun cartoon characters, everyone can relate to the lighted displays.”

While you’re waiting for a seat on one of the trains, enjoy the warming bonfire on the outdoor patio and assemble free S’mores while listening to holiday music.

The Hillside Church Band and Northern Sound Choir are among the groups providing free entertainment on the patio.

“It’s really a magical experience,” said Kingsford, “and it’s so easy to do even on a week night. It’s local, fun and affordable.”

The suggested donation for the Holiday Tour of Lights is $3 for children, $5 for adults, or $20 for a family. No one is turned away,

regardless of their ability to pay.

“Many families come up early, have dinner at Bleachers’ Grill, and make a night of it,” said Kingsford. “The restaurant features holiday specials with speedy service.”

For more information, visit http://marysvillewa.gov or call (360) 363-8400.

You know the drill. Descend upon the tree Christmas morning, pass out the beautifully wrapped boxes, and get ready to “ooh” and “aah” over that cashmere sweater or latest electronic gadget or shiny new kitchen appliance.

The truth is, many of us don’t need any of those things. Although the giftgiving is certainly appreciated and generous, we end up storing that fancy new Mixmaster in a cupboard somewhere or adding the beautiful earrings to an already overstuffed jewelry box.

A brilliant alternative could very well be the “experience” gift. It turns out, even rabid gifters can deal with this.

They know they’re giving you something you want to do, they’re helping you make memories and they’re doing their part to leave a lighter footprint on our planet during the holiday season.

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Some favorite ideas, courtesy of the Nature Conservancy, include: 1) Lecture tickets. Fill your brain and impress your friends.

2) Campground reservation. Too much for you? Upgrade to a cabin.

3) Zip line adventure. There’s one nearby, right on Camano Island.

4) National Parks pass. Choose one of Washington’s many parks, or plan a road trip!

5) Zoo or museum membership. Year-round fun; this is the gift that will keep on giving.

6) Fill-in-the-blank class. Painting, cooking, photography, maybe an “Insanity” workout.

7) Concert tickets. Rock on. Or mellow out.

8) Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) membership. A gift for you and the local farmers you’ll be supporting.

9) Restaurant gift certificate. Hint: Keep it local and independent!

10) Massage. The holidays can be rough. Go relax.

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Santa comes to Olympic Ave. for Hometown Holidays

The city of Arlington is “decking the streets” with Christmas decorations for the annual Hometown Holidays on Dec. 7, which includes bazaars, bake sales, caroling and a parade welcoming Santa to town, among many other events.

Santa will make his arrival with the Santa Parade, which begins at noon. A horse-drawn carriage will bring Saint Nick into town, preceded by floats, drill teams, bands and other local organizations.

The parade marches down Olympic Avenue and can be viewed from 3rd Street to Legion Park.

The city is still looking for entrants for the parade. Go to the Events page at www. arlingtonwa.gov to find an application to pre-register.

Arlington churches are sponsoring a cash prize for best entry that will be rewarded at Legion Park after the parade.

Santa will light the tree at Legion Park shortly after the parade this year, earlier than

previous years, with all the participants and crowd from the parade available. A lot of new lights and ornaments will help brighten Legion Park’s tree this year.

After lighting the tree, Santa will be available inside ‘The Depot’ at Legion Park for visits and pictures from 1 to 3 p.m.

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n Norah (left) and Gavin Cartwright visit with Santa Claus in Arlington’s Legion Park during last year’s Hometown Holidays.

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Hometown Holidays Cont’d from page 8 At Legion Park folks will find carolers, craft projects, hot cocoa and a festive sweater contest. Arlington Lifeway is hosting the event in partnership with the city.

Local crafters will sell

handmade gifts and crafts at the Handmade Holiday Market. The holiday bazaar is at the old co-op building and is hosted by the Arlington Farmers’ Market. It lasts from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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sale will also take place at the plaza at City Hall, sponsored by the ArlingtonSmokey Point Chamber of Commerce.

Take a ride around the streets of downtown Arlington in a horse-drawn wagon from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

These free rides begin at City Hall and are sponsored

by the Downtown Arlington Business Association.

The fourth annual Gingerbread House competition will also be held at the Local Scoop Café. Come to the local café to see the houses entered in this year’s competition and vote for your favorite.

In the morning, the

Arlington Runners Club hosts the Toys for Tots Airport Fun Run to benefit the children’s charity. Their event begins at 11 a.m. and runners can sign up for a 5k or a 10k run. Register online at www.arlingtonrunnersclub.com.

Wagon rides and pictures with Santa at the New

Beginnings church will be available on Dec. 14 and Dec. 21 as well.

The Byrnes Performing Arts Center will also host a ‘Singin’ in Christmas Concert’ on Dec. 14.

More information is available about all the events throughout December at arlingtonwa.gov.

Join us in Downtown Arlington for the 2013 Hometown Holidays!

Saturday, December 7th, 2013

Santa Parade at Noon on Olympic Avenue Tree Lighting Ceremony at Legion Park Following Parade Visits with Santa in the Depot at Legion Park 1-3 pm Free Wagon Rides begin at City Hall 12:30-4:30 • Old Fashioned Bake Sale at the Plaza at City Hall Handmade Holiday Market 10-3 at the Co-op Festive Sweater Contest • Crafts, Cocoa & S’mores • Musical Performances n The snowmen are back!

Arlington businesses and the Arlington Arts Council worked with artist Debbie Tucker and craftsman Terry Marsh to create whimsical wooden snowmen decorated to represent the businesses and organizations in town. Look for the snowmen all around Arlington, like this big guy greeting customers at Arlington Hardware.

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Small Business Saturday, promoting the idea of “shopping small” is set for November 30 this year.

The idea of a national small business promotion was developed by American Express in 2010, and it has been heartily embraced by merchants and consumers alike. In 2012 it’s estimated that shoppers spent $5.5 billion at small, local businesses on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

Lake City, an average of 52 percent of revenue from local retailers returned to the local economy, compared with only 14 percent for national chains. Similar findings were reported with restaurants, with local eateries returning an average 79 percent to the local community versus just 30 percent for chains.

Even if buying local means spending a bit more, your community may receive a greater portion of your purchase in return.

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so you’ll line up early with potentially nothing to show for it.

By shopping on Small Business Saturday, you might sacrifice a few tempting deals, but you won’t have to battle other customers to get that unique gift item.

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According to the Small Business Administration, small businesses employ about half of all private-sector employees in the U.S. Even though large chains create jobs, the downsizing or closure of competing local businesses can mean a net loss in jobs. According to a study on the effects of big box stores on local labor markets, opening a big box retailer actually reduces employment by an average of 150 jobs within the county it’s located.

Shopping at local businesses helps smaller shops keep their doors open and their workers employed.

You’ll often find gifts in local shops you won’t find in larger stores, like handmade jewelry or artisan foods.

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Service businesses, including hair salons, accountants, equipment repair shops, carpet cleaners and others depend on neighborhood customers.

These types of businesses develop relationships with their customers, offering that rare commodity of personal service and attention to your satisfaction.

Be sure to check out the many local retailers on Small Business Saturday, and throughout the year, for great gift ideas, everyday items and friendly, personalized service.

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Buy or sell sporting equipment at discounted prices Gift-buying is as expensive as ever, and millions of shoppers will be looking high and low this holiday season for a chance to save some money.

Why not turn to one of the fastest-growing facets of the retail industry?

Resale is a multi-billion dollar a year industry that continues to see annual growth in the midst of a struggling economy. There are more than 25,000 resale and consignment shops across the country, including Marysville’s Play it Again Sports.

“These numbers are exciting, but they don’t surprise us,” Rob Scott, owner of Play it Again Sports said about the growth of his industry.

“We not only provide local families with a value-priced source for quality, in-season sporting goods and equipment. We also give them a way to turn last year’s outgrown or unused equipment into cash, rather than simply throwing it away.”

The resale shop offers a wide selection of traditional sporting equipment, ranging from football cleats to golf clubs to snowboards. But they also buy and sell the unusual and atypical: lacrosse sticks, disc golf targets, and foam rollers. Roughly a third of the Play it Again Sports inventory is gently-used items, but the rest is new, namebrand items that include products by Adidas, Nike, and Easton.

Besides offering namebrand sporting equipment at a fraction of the cost, the Marysville retailer provides access to a knowledgeable staff who know and play the games and sports you do and are available for any question you might have.

Resale shoppers are given the chance to make their holiday budget stretch even further than usual. By

lowest prices. It’s all about offering value. Whether you are buying or selling, you come out a winner.”

Play it Again Sports in Marysville is located on 36th Avenue, just south of 88th Street. For more information, visit www.playitagain sports.com.

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Scott estimates that his store offers a 50-70 percent discount from traditional sporting goods stores. More than 11 percent of American

shoppers frequent outlet malls this time of year in the hopes of finding a good deal, according to the Association of Resale Professionals, but even more are turning to resale shops.

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The north county area has several fantastic local bakeries, with specialties that are sure to delight family and guests. Do yourself a favor and let someone else do the baking this holiday season!

Here’s a look at three favorites.

Oosterwyk’s Dutch Bakery n Pick up delicious desserts that will make your holidays merrier from local bakeries, like these hot cocoa-peppermint cupcakes, a specialty of Simply Caketastic of Marysville.

As Simply Caketastic nears the two-year anniversary of their opening, owner Jessica Graves is amazed at the business that flows through. Simply Caketastic is located on 1357 State Avenue, making it easily accessible to the people of Marysville.

The cozy bakery has a lot going on during this Christmas season. Every Saturday in December they will be providing opportunities for people to decorate freshly made gingerbread houses. They also have a Christmas tradition with a twist: Ugliest Sweater Cookie Contest.

Details for both of these events will be posted on their Facebook page and website, www.simplycaketastic.com.

Christmas desserts such as peppermint and hot cocoa cupcakes, yule logs and Christmas cookies bring to life their motto; “Desserts With Style.”

Simply Caketastic’s main goal is to provide many affordable options.

Care for their customers is evident as they cater to cupcake connoisseurs’ allergy needs, food preferences and overall customer service.

“We want to make life

easier for people, whether they need something quick and small to take to a house party or they need desserts for gifts, we are here for them,” Graves explained with a bright smile.

Smokey Point Bakery “Smokey Point is a quickly growing area,” Greg Neumiller, the owner of Smokey Point Bakery Cafe said, explaining how the location of his bakery is ideal. The store opened three years ago and rely

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Right off of State Avenue in Marysville, tucked in among the Third Street storefronts, Oosterwyk’s Dutch Bakery sits comfortably where it has been for the last 58 years. It provides Marysville with the opportunity to indulge in American, Dutch and Norwegian pastries free of chemicals, preservatives and made completely from scratch.

Tuesday through Saturday Oosterwyk’s doors are open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with trays of freshly baked pastries filling the display cases and the smell of fresh baked bread filling the air.

This holiday season you will find a variety of flavorful and culture rich desserts. Yule Kaka is a traditional Norwegian Christmas bread filled with green and red cherries and flavored with cardamom.

“Kerstkrans is our special Christmas ring,” Marja, the owner of Oosterwyk’s Dutch Bakery explained. “It is a puff pastry wreath with almond paste filling complimented by our Almond Stick, almond bark shaped as a long round stick.” Fresh Lefse, bread, cupcakes and cookies will join these desserts on their shelves as the holidays creep closer; stop in early for the largest selection.

on word of mouth to advertise. The business at Smokey Point Bakery Cafe has steadily increased.

“This place is absolutely wonderful,” agreed a frequent customer who was picking up an order. “It’s great, fresh and the sandwiches are to die for!”

“Quality is a big deal to us. We bake classic pastries and we are constantly perfecting them.”

Neumiller said.

Pies, breads, croissants, scones, cinnamon rolls, bread pudding and breakfast sandwiches are just a smattering of the options offered at the Smokey Point bakery.

Winter is here, and it’s a great time to sit down with a cup of hot cocoa, a good book and a fresh pastry from your local bakery.

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A time of giving… here are a few ways to help Even Scrooge learns to be generous during the holidays, and for many of us, the season of joy is also a season of giving. There are many needs throughout our communities and each of us may choose a different cause.

While supporting the food bank or the Salvation Army may seem like a nobrainer, other community organizations also depend on contributions from generous donors. Here are just a few ideas for giving.

Trees for Salmon The holiday season is upon us, and the Adopt A Stream Foundation has a special offer to make the season merry for fish and wildlife too.

The local conservation organization will sell 200 “Live and Wild” Holiday Trees for Salmon. The trees cost $35 and will be available at the Northwest Stream Center

Sunday, December 15, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The Northwest Stream Center is located in Snohomish County’s McCollum Park, 600 128th Street SE, Everett.

“There will be a great selection of 3 to 5 foot Sitka Spruce, Western Red Cedar, Shore Pine, Douglas Fir, and Grand Fir trees that are in pots,” explained Adopt A Stream Foundation director Tom Murdoch. “After the holidays, all trees that are returned to the Northwest Stream Center will be planted next to local streams, helping out next year’s salmon runs.”

Murdoch added that all Holiday Trees for Salmon from last year are now growing next to streams providing shade that keeps water temperatures cool just the way salmon and trout like it.

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this year will receive a holiday gift of an annual Adopt A Stream Foundation membership ($25 value), which provides discounts on 2014 Streamkeeper Academy events and purchases at the Northwest Stream Center Nature Store, along with the good feeling that comes with knowing their Holiday Tree for Salmon will be doing

great things for the Northwest environment long into the future.

For more information call 425-316-8592 or go to www. streamkeeper.org.

Help throw a party The staff of the Marysville Sea Mar Community Health Center will host a Christmas party serving many low-

income patients and their families at Cedarcrest Middle School on December 17.

The families who have attended the event in the past are some of the neediest in our community.

Sea Mar Marysville provides a meal and gifts for each child under 13 years old. Each year they serve an average of 100 families who would not otherwise have a merry Christmas.

The health center is asking others in the community to participate with a contribution of money or food. All money collected goes toward the purchase of food for a holiday banquet, and contributions are tax deductible.

Every donation, big or small, helps make the event a success.

Contact Anayelle Lopez at 360-657-3089 or Laura Moreno, 360-657-3064 for more information about

how you can help.

Buy a coffee The Caribinieri Bar in downtown Marysville is more than a coffee stand, although you can get a great cup of coffee and homemade scone at the Third Street drive-through.

But its purpose is bigger than serving coffee: it’s all about serving the community.

The espresso stand was purchased last year by Allen Creek Community Church, and proceeds from its sales support the church’s Seeds of Grace food bank and a co-op garden, among other programs.

The baristas are friendly and professionally-trained, and they serve high quality Caffe D’Arte coffee. Their bakery items are also favorites among their customers.

So enjoy a latté and help support local good deeds.

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Happy holidays from our staff (from left) Debbie Glidden, Brenda Felder, Beckye Randall, Carrie Harris, Sue Stevenson. Not pictured: Christopher Andersson, Sarah Arney, Sharon Graafstra, Andrew Kneeland, Savannah Perkins, Tyler Stevenson.

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Tulalip • I-5 Exit 202 2832 116th St. NE

360-716-3241

24/7 Credit-Debit 6:30 am - 9 pm Cash Kiosk OPEN 7 Days a Week - 365 Days a Year!

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Home for the Holidays

NORTH COUNTY OUTLOOK • Nov. 27, 2013

25% off

all Pendleton merchandise Through december!

KIDS CRAFTS ACTIVITIES Saturdays, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

POETRY SERIES

Thursday, December 5 • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Hibulb Research Library Paul Rowley Open Mic Poetry to Follow

NEW EXHIBIT

Celebrating Artistic Innovation NOW OPEN THROUGH MAY, 2014

Christmas Party

Sunday, December 8 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Crafts, Snacks, Story, Movie, & Pictures with Santa!

Fees for all events are the cost of admission.

fRee admission first Thursday of every month!

Call or go online for more events at Hibulb.

Lena Jones at 360-716-2640 lejones@tulaliptribes-nsn.gov

Mary Jane Topash at 360-716-2657 mjtopash@hibulbculturalcenter.org

You can keep the cultural fires burning...

volunteer todaY! 6410 23rd Avenue NE, Tulalip, WA 98271 HibulbCulturalCenter.org | Find us on Facebook & Twitter!