Weekly Goodness: April 9, 2020
WE GOT THIS EVERETT!! 💕
THROWBACK VIDEO: We love Gracie’s Cuisine so much that we’ve written about it and done a video. When you figure out what you are going to have for dinner, take a peek at the menu on GrubHub and call in your take-out order or get delivery on DoorDash. 🍜
SOS: Diaper Drive @ Connect Casino Road
Volunteers of America are holding a diaper drive at their food pantry on Casino Road. 75% of their visitors this week asked about diapers. If you have the means, please drop donations at 14 E Casino Road, Monday 11 a.m to 1 p.m. and Tuesday 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you would like to order online and have them shipped, send us an email at contact@liveineverett.com and we’ll give you an address.
SADDLE UP: Social Distance Challenge @ Sharing Wheels Community Bike Shop
While social distancing, we still need to stay healthy and bike riding is a great activity that fits the bill. Sharing Wheels is challenging you to bike 10 times or 250 miles during April. Log your rides online and you may win a prize. 🚲
GOATS AND SODA: Youth Web Resources @ Everett Public Library
EPLS Youth Services librarians have been busy compiling their favorite resources for students and families. Check out these free resources including virtual storytimes and comic-style COVID-19 explanation for kids on NPR’s Goats and Soda blog. FREE
TINY COUCH CONCERTS: Virtual Homebodies Concerts @ Everett Music Initiative
Tune in to EMI’s Facebook page nightly for performance by local musicians. This week’s line up includes Sassyblack, Leava, Alex Johnston, Oliver Elf Army, The Porters, Scott Wetzel and Clothing Optional. FREE with the option to donate.
TOPSHELF ART VIDEOS: Creativebug Classes @ Everett Public Library
Typically a subscription-based service, EPLS is providing free access to exceptionally high-quality craft instruction videos. Have you wanted to learn to knit or sew? Learn to decorate cakes or write calligraphy? There is something for everyone on this site. FREE
CHALK THROWDOWN: Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest @ Schack Art Center
While the sun is sunny, create beautiful sidewalk chalk art and win prizes like gift cards Blick Art Materials and Schack’s Gallery Store. Email your photos for their online gallery. The contest ends April 14 so get the details on the Schack website. FREE
HONOR INDIGENOUS LAND: Learn History and Culture @ Hibulb Cultural Center
Learn about the seven teachings or core values of the Tulalip Tribes in the story section of the Hibulb Cultural Center website. Also, learn about longhouses and traditional dress on the video page. FREE
HIT HER UP: History Questions @ Everett Public Library
Everett’s favorite local history librarian is talking questions. Send your hardball history questions to Lisa. Also, check out her blog post about a day in the life of a local history librarian, pre-COVID-19 that is. FREE
SAFE AND LOVED: Video Shorts @ Pasado’s Safe Haven
Each week watch Sanctuary Life Unfiltered, fun and educational short videos featuring amazing sanctuary residents along with their caregiver sharing some of their daily activities. FREE
CARNITAS OR BARBOCOA?: Check out that time we went to Tacobook for some lunch ideas and call in your order.
STOCK UP: Give ‘em a call or send a text to pick up a growler or crowler at Crucible Brewing.
DON’T FORGET NAAN: Anything from Curries plus some samosas and some naan would be perfect. They make it easy to get some food with DoorDash, Ubereats or order on their website.