Top Picks | Getting Out Activities to go, do and see

Princess party: Ages 3-6 accompanied by an adult can make a crown and dolls, then pose for a portrait and listen to stories. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. Cost: $18, plus a $3 supply fee. Registration: 425-771-0230 or www.reczone.org.

Art

Lynnwood Library Gallery exhibit: Neckpieces, cuffs and mixed collage by jewelry artist Jane Fleshman and encaustic paintings by John Vandebrooke. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 1-5 p.m. Sundays, through May, Lynnwood Library Gallery, 19200 44th Ave. W. Free. Information: 771-4030.

"Art Education in Action: Art of the Written Word": More than two dozen local artists use a variety of media to incorporate words into images. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays, Thursday through June 21, Arts Council of Snohomish Gallery, 1507 Wall St., Everett. Free. Information: 425-257-8380 or www.artscouncilofsnoco.org.

"Celebrate 50 Years of Art in Edmonds": Highlights of people and events from each of the Edmonds Arts Festival's five decades. 1-4 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays through September. Edmonds Historical Museum, 118 Fifth Ave. N., Edmonds. Cost: $1-$2 suggested donation. Information: 425-774-0900 or www.historicedmonds.org.

Painting demonstration: Artist John Vandebrooke will demonstrate how to paint with wax. 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Lynnwood Library, 18900 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Free. Information: 425-744-6459.

Artist Judy Zugish: Will discuss basket making and how her garden "Bouquet Banque" was created. 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Granite Falls Library, 815 E. Galena St. Information: 360-691-6087.

Camps

Camp Stitch-a-Lot: Ages 8-17 can learn beginning to advanced sewing techniques. 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. June 25-29 or July 9-13, WSU Extension, 600 128th St. S.E., Everett area. Cost: $30. Registration by June 1: 425-388-2400.

Kamp Kookamunga: Children entering grades one through six can spend a week participating in arts and crafts, songs, swimming and field trips. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 26-29, Lynndale Park, 18927 72nd Ave. W., Lynnwood. Cost: $80-$84. Registration: 425-771-4030.

Summer musical camp: Children in grades four and up can sing, dance and perform songs from select Broadway and Disney musicals, with a performance at the end of camp. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Friday, June 25-29 and July 2-6; performance 1 p.m. July 6. Mill Creek Elementary School cafeteria, 3400 148th St. S.E. Cost: $140-$160. Registration: 425-745-1891.

Children

Youth self-defense: Ages 8-14 can learn self-defense strategies through lecture, discussion and hands-on exercises. 6-8 p.m. June 20, Lynnwood Parks and Recreation, 18900 44th Ave W. Cost: $10-$12. Registration: 425-771-4030.

Dads & Daughters Springtime Ball: Dancing, prizes and photos for dads and their daughters in grades one through six. 7-9:30 p.m. June 2, Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E. Riverside Drive, Bothell. Cost: $20 per couple, $8 per each additional person in advance; $25 per couple and $10 per each additional person at the door. Registration: 425-486-7430.

Classes

Raptors: Learn about food chains, ecology and the role of raptors in ecological systems. 11 a.m.-noon, Thursday, Northwest Stream Center, 600 128th St. S.E., Everett. Cost: $5-$7. Registration: 425-316-8592.

"Global Flavors, Local Products": Learn how to make dishes from South India and those beneficial for women's health, including yogurt, white pepper, curries, fruit and vegetables. 1 p.m. Thursday, Marysville Haggen store, 3711 88th St. N.E. Free. Information: 360-530-7700 or www.haggen.com.

Marketing your photography: Tips on what to charge and where to sell your photography and explore markets from stock photography to notecards and fine art. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Edmonds Community College, 20000 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Cost: $95. Registration: 425-640-1243 or www.edcc.edu/ArtsNow.

Watercolor: Use bamboo and reed pens finishing with a watercolor wash to create your own artwork. 2:30-4 p.m. June 2, Granite Falls Library, 815 E. Galena St., Granite Falls. Free. Registration: 360-691-6087.

Pet first aid: Learn how to splint, bandage and prepare a first-aid kit for your pet. 1-4 p.m. June 10, Lynnwood Parks and Recreation, 18900 44th Ave W. Cost: $20-$24. Registration: 425-771-4030.

"Global Flavors, Local Products": Learn how to make Caribbean grill recipes, with an emphasis on heart-healthy fruits and vegetables. 1 p.m. June 21, Marysville Haggen store, 3711 88th St. N.E. Free. Information: 360-530-7700 or www.haggen.com.

Farmers markets

Bothell: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Fridays through Sept. 7, Country Village, 23718 Bothell-Everett Highway.

Edmonds Museum: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays through June 30, Fifth Avenue South and Bell Street.

Snohomish: 3-8 p.m. Thursdays through Sept. 27, Cedar Avenue between First and Pearl streets.

For more information, go to www.pugetsoundfresh.org.

Festivals

Edmonds Waterfront Festival: Live entertainment, beer garden, food, arts and crafts and displays. 3-10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday, June 1-3, Port of Edmonds Marina, 400 Admiral Way. Cost: $3, children 10 and under free. Information: www.edmondswaterfrontfestival.com.

Fundraisers

Memorial Day bake sale: The Snohomish Seniors will be selling homemade baked goods and holding a raffle to benefit the Snohomish Senior Center programs and services. 9 a.m. until the goods are sold, Saturday, McDaniels Do-It Center, 510 Second St., Snohomish. Information: 360-568-0934.

Gardening

Edible container garden: How to select the proper container for veggies or small fruits. 1 p.m. today or 11 a.m. Saturday, Emery's Garden, 2829 164th St. S.W., Lynnwood area. Free. Information: 425-743-4555 or www.emerysgarden.com.

Container gardening: Tips on picking plant combinations for potted masterpieces. 1 p.m. Sunday or May 30. Emery's Garden, 2829 164th St. S.W., Lynnwood area. Free. Information: 425-743-4555 or www.emerysgarden.com.

Groundcover: Learn about the versatility and durability of groundcovers and how to select, space and care for them. 11 a.m. June 2 and 1 p.m. June 3. Emery's Garden, 2829 164th St. S.W., Lynnwood area. Free. Information: 425-743-4555 or www.emerysgarden.com.

Year-round harvesting: How to plant vegetables throughout the summer for fall, winter and early spring harvests. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 19, WSU Snohomish County Extension, 600 128th St. S.E., Everett. Cost: $35. Registration: 425-388-2400.

Health

"Stroke: Beating the Odds": Author and stroke survivor Kate Adamson will talk about overcoming total paralysis after a double brainstem stroke. 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. June 12, PUD Auditorium, 2320 California St., Everett. Free. Information: 206-632-6881 or www.katesjourney.com.

Seniors

Tai Chi: Seniors can improve balance and flexibility through a four-week beginners course in tai chi. 10:30-11 a.m. Tuesdays, St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1514 Pine Ave., Snohomish. Cost: $8-$13. Registration: 360-568-0934.

Pancake breakfast: Seniors and their friends and family can enjoy a pancake and waffle breakfast to help raise money for the Snohomish Senior Center programs and services. 8:30-10:30 a.m. June 2, St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1514 Pine Ave., Snohomish. Cost: $3-$4. Information: 360-568-0934.

Web-page creation: Post photos, news, and favorite links on your own Web site. 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays, June 12-26, Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E. Riverside Drive, Bothell. Cost: $30-$40. Registration: 425-487-2441.

Sports / outdoors

Edmonds Waterfront Festival 5K run/walk: Registration, 7:45 a.m.; start, 9 a.m., June 2, Edmonds City Park, 600 Third Ave. S. Cost: $20-$25, includes T-shirt. Registration: 425-774-0637 or www.edmondswaterfrontfestival.com.

Kayak trip: Ages 10 and up can take a kayak trip to Skagit Bay, including lunch on Hope Island and some time for hiking. 10 a.m-6 p.m. June 9, depart from the Lynnwood Parks and Recreation office, 18900 44th Ave. W. Cost: $80-$85. Registration: 425-771-4030.

Geocaching: Learn how to use your Global Positioning System to find hidden treasures in local parks. 2-4 p.m. Sundays, June 10 and 17, Lynnwood Parks and Recreation. 18900 44th Ave. W. Cost: $15-$17. Registration: 425-771-4030.

Tennis: Join other adults in self-officiated tennis matches. 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 26-July 12, Lynnwood Parks and Recreation. 18900 44th Ave. W. Cost: $50-$54. Registration: 425-771-4030.

Mill Creek 3-on-3 basketball tournament: Men's, women's and youth divisions. Various times, July 22, LA Fitness parking lot, 15024 Main St., Mill Creek. Cost: $80-$100 per team. Registration by 5 p.m. June 22: 425-745-1891.

Theater

"Guys and Dolls": A musical comedy about gamblers and the ladies in their lives. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays, May 25-June 17, 2320 California St., Everett. Cost: $17-$20. Tickets: 866-811-4111 or www.northwestsavoyards.org.

Compiled by Times Snohomish County bureau lead news assistant Laurie Dunlap. Send calendar items to The Times of Snohomish County, 1133 164th St. S.W., Suite 101, Lynnwood, WA 98087. Fax: 425-745-7723.