Good morning, Everett.

Everett celebrates National Bike Month with events starting May 12 and a community gathering at Everett Station on May 16 from 3 to 6 p.m.—the events will include bike safety checks, interactive tours, and repair clinics to boost biking for work and play.

City officials will also continue enhancing safe streets through plans like Vision Zero to support biking as a practical transportation option.

Food banks in Everett and Snohomish County face growing demand as state and federal support is cut—losing $8.5 million in state funds and $4.7 million in federal TEFAP orders that would have delivered food from April to June.

Local agencies are applying for grants and asking for donations to continue serving families with children and the elderly.

Kentucky Rain Band’s Elvis Challenge will return to the Historic Everett Theatre on Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. — 16 Elvis impersonators will compete in vocal performance, costume, stage presence, and audience response with proceeds benefiting the Everett Gospel Mission.

Everett High School’s NJROTC earned two top honors from the U.S. Navy’s Area 23 Command as it received the Bravo Zulu designation for its performance during the Annual Military Inspection and was named the Most Improved Unit for Area 23 — now in contention for national recognition. The unit also was selected as a Distinguished Unit, the highest NJROTC honor, and includes students from Cascade and H.M. Jackson High Schools.

Four salmon recovery projects in Snohomish County received over $1.9M in state funding from the Climate Commitment Act—supporting fish barrier removals and habitat restoration.

The grants went to Adopt A Stream Foundation, the Stillaguamish Tribe, Tulalip Tribes, and the Department of Fish and Wildlife—each working to boost salmon populations.

The City of Everett and Snohomish Conservation District are hosting Streamside Yard workshops in May to teach local property owners how to manage invasive species, bank erosion, and seasonal flooding near streams — sessions will be held on May 3 at the Everett Library, May 6 at Fire Station #4, and on May 15 via Zoom. The program also benefits from a grant to work with North and Swamp Creek property owners to increase streamside vegetation.

Mary Fosse—District 1 council member—will not run for reelection after serving since 2021 and she endorsed Sam Hem for her seat.

Mason Rutledge and Sam Hem have launched their campaigns, with filings set from —May 5 to May 9—.

Everett Councilwoman Liz Vogeli said she will not run for re-election and will finish her term, leaving an open seat in District 4.

She noted her decision comes after months of thought and mentioned one candidate, Alan Rubio (who supports anti-crime and lower taxes), has already announced his run.

On April 29th, Mariners prospect Jonny Farmelo made his High-A debut for the AquaSox by hitting a two-run home run to give his team an early lead before a 3 to 2 walk-off loss at PK Park.

Farmelo — a 20-year-old prospect from Centreville returning from a torn ACL — now joins four other top prospects on a roster that features five of the Mariners’ top 10 talents.

El Loco Concert

7-10 p.m. — APEX Everett — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ultimate ZZ Top tribute band with an electrifying performance.

Everett Rock & Gem Show

10:00-5:00 — Gary D. Weikel Event Center — Free admission — Discover stunning crystals and geodes along with engaging kids’ activities and exhibits.

Snohomish Women's Run

8 AM – 12 PM — Rotary Park — Various registration fees — Celebrate 12 years of empowering women through running in a supportive community.

Fisherman's Village Music Festival

May 15-16 — APEX Everett — Ticket required — Celebrate local music with headliners LaRussell, La Luz, Blind Pilot, and The Dip.

Jersey Boys

12:30 PM – 11:59 PM — Village Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the acclaimed musical directed by OBIE award-winning Michael Berresse!

The Dip at Fisherman's Village Music Festival

10:39 a.m. – 2:39 p.m. — Kings Hall Everett — Check event page for ticket info — Experience Seattle's Rhythm and Blues vibes with The Dip headlining a local festival alongside Blind Pilot and Parlor Greens.

Tea Party with Your Inner Child

3-5 p.m. — Awaken Yourself Crystal Shop & Shamanic Healing — Event is free — Connect with your inner child through tea, stories, and a shamanic drum journey.

Jersey Boys

7:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Village Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Broadway with the OBIE award-winning Jersey Boys directed by Michael Berresse.

Jersey Boys Performance

7 a.m. — Village Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the spectacular Jersey Boys directed by award-winning Michael Berresse.