17 Days and Counting!

Greg Laurie: Seattle Harvest November 5-7 at the Key Arena with music from Mercyme, Jeremy Camp, Jars of Clay, Kutless, Hawk Nelson, and Revive. This is an amazing evangelistic outreach opportunity and the event is FREE!



Telescope Workshop

On Tuesday evening at 6:00 PM the Island County Astronomical Society is presenting a workshop at the Burlington Public Library on what to look for when you buy a telescope. So, before you buy, come to this free presentation on what to buy BEFORE you go shopping. You may just need binoculars until you learn the night sky and try out different scopes.

Open Auditions

The Alger Lookout Thespian Association - A.L.T.A presents the musical, "Spitfire Grill" based on a film by Lee David Zlotoff. They will hold auditions at the Alger Community Church, 1475 Silver Run Lane, Bellingham (Alger) on October 23 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM and October 24 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM. Contact Karen Westra for audition requirements: karen@riversidehealthclub.com 360-391-1365.

Fall Music Fest

Fall Music Fest 

Saturday, October 23 @ Mt Vernon Christian High School

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Make music with Dennis Alexander, rhythm and theory games, face painting, listening lab, composer's corner, and prizes! Admission: Pre-registration $7 per student/$15 for 3 or more siblings/$10 at the door. For more information call Joanna at 336-8158.

Teen Drumming Program

Learn to play drums from expert drummer, Ray Soriano on Tuesday, November 2nd at 7:00 PM at the Anacortes Public Library. This program is designed for teens 12-18 and drums are provided.

Attention Archivists!

Here is an unusual opportunity for anyone interested... The Basics of Archives A PRACTICAL, ONE-DAY WORKSHOP FOR THOSE WHO WORK WITH HISTORICAL RECORDS BUT ARE NOT TRAINED ARCHIVISTS! FREE WORKSHOPS: Thursday, October 21, 2010 at Eastern Washington Regional Archives Eastern Branch, Cheney Friday, October 29, 2010 at Pierce County Public Works Environmental Services Building University Place All Workshops: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Basics of Archives is for people who work or volunteer in organizations that deal with the past-whether it's a museum, historic house, the city clerk's office, the library's local history room, a historic site, or a college archives. You'll get practical advice, sample forms and policies, and learn basic practices you need to follow so that you can collect, protect, and help people use the historical treasures in your care. In this workshop you'll learn: * What historical records are-and aren't. * How to decide what to keep. * How to make sure you have legal title to your collections. * How to handle collections when you get them so you know what you have and how to locate collections. * How to protect your collections from theft. * How to deal with copyright issues. * What tools you need to create to help users find the information in your collections. * How to take care of historical records to ensure their preservation and accessibility into the future. * How to let the public know what you have and how to get people excited about using your collections. * And-where to go when you need help? The Basics of Archives Workshop Do you need to take care of historical records-but you're not a trained archivist? What's the right thing to do with those diaries, cassette tapes, hand-drawn maps, tin-type photographs, and family letters in your collection? Where can you go to get advice? Register for the free Basics of Archives workshop near you. Pre-registration is required, and enrollment is limited. Directions and parking information will be available upon registration. Thursday, October 21, 9 am-4 pm Eastern Washington Regional Archives 960 Washington Street, Cheney WA Friday, October 29, 9 am-4 pm Pierce County Public Works Environmental Services Building 9850 - 64th Street, West, University Place WA (Near Chambers Bay) Instructors: Experienced archivists volunteered by member organizations of the Washington State Historical Records Advisory Board will instruct your class. About WSHRAB: The Washington State Historical Records Advisory Board serves the public as the central advisory board for historical records projects and plans and provides leadership and guidance to help ensure the identification, preservation, and use of the state's historical records: http://www.secstate.wa.gov/archives/wshrab.aspx Register by October 19: Telephone or e-mail your information to: Mark Vessey, Heritage Resource Center 360-586-0219 mvessey@wshs.wa.gov

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Homeschool Skating with Christian Music

Join us on Wednesday, November 3rd @ Skagit Skate (Behind Fred Meyer) for skating from 10:00 AM - 12 Noon on the first Wednesday of each month. About $6 per person. Non-skaters are free. (suggested entry fee - casual dance clothes). Bring your lunch and then stop by the Burlington Public Library for a free monthly program for homeschoolers from 1:00 - 2:00 PM.This month's theme is Forensics!

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Geography Bee is Coming!

It’s time to mark your calendars for a fun-filled evening of geography and sharing. Homeschool students in grades 4-8 are encouraged to participate in the Geography Bee sponsored by National Geographic on Friday, November 19, 7:00 p.m. We will meet at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mount Vernon. To preregister or for more information, contact Beth Schubkegel (bshoopz@hotmail.com)

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Digging Up Fossils!

On Saturday, November 6th from 1:30 - 2:30 PM the Mt. Vernon City Library is offering a great hands-on program that will teach children about fossil collection. Families with children ages 4 and up are invited to come make fossil rubbings, learn about fossil collecting, and they even promise some surprises!! Fun for all ages and families are encouraged to enjoy together.

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Christian Music

Here is a fun opportunity! This Sunday, at 2:00 in Lynden, the Christian a Capella group, "Rescue," will be performing at the Third Christian Reformed Church, 514 Liberty Street Lynden, WA!  The tickets are $10, Check out this link for more information.

Homeschool Skating and Library Day is this Wednesday!

Roller Skating at Skagit Skate

10:00 a.m. to Noon

About $6.00 per person depending on the type of skate. Non-skaters are free

Burlington Library

1:00 to 2:00

Learn to use the library effectively. All ages are welcome.

Tour and Scavenger Hunt will be fun and informative for all.

Meet in the Community Room to start our session.

Hope to see you there! His Place Homeschool Ministry