Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Telephone Support Group: Caring for someone with memory loss? Do you need information and support? The Alzheimer’s Association caregiver telephone support group provides a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share, and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with memory loss. Meetings are held over the phone the third Tuesday of the month. Dial 1-866-453-5550, enter PIN 5323846, press # 7:30-9pm third Tuesday of every month. For more information, contact: Linda Whiteside, 800-848-7097 1-866-453-5550, enter PIN 5323846, press #
linda.whiteside@alzwa.org
www.alzwa.org

Unclaimed WaMu Deposits: The Washington State Department of Revenue is seeking the owners of $9.8 million in deposits that went unclaimed after Washington Mutual failed in 2008. Funds were recently turned over to the state and you could be entitled. Check online!For more information, contact: 1-800-435-2429
www.dor.wa.gov

CFL Bulb Drive: Wondering what to do with your Compact Fluorescent light bulbs? The City of Olympia in partnership with Puget Sound Energy is having a CFL Bulb Drive. The goal is to collect about 50,000 CFL lightbulbs in an effort to keep them out of landfills. A new drop-off box is located at Olympia City Hall. Olympia City Hall, 900 Plum Street SE, Olympia. For more information, contact: Julie Gilbertson 360-570-5837
jgilbert@ci.olympia.wa.us

DONATE TODAY! Pakistan Flood Relief! The flooding in Pakistan has left nearly four million children at grave risk of dying. These children have lost everything. UNICEF is there saving lives - but they need your help. Visit UNICEFUSA.ORG to make your donation.For more information, contact: 1.800.FOR.KIDS (1-800-367-5437)
UNICEFUSA.org

VOLUNTEER TODAY! Be a Buddy: Kokua supports adults with disabilities in Thurston County. If you are a compassionate person with an interest in making someone's day, volunteer with them! Kokua believes everyone has the right to a full and meaningful life. Share your time with an adult with a disability and give the gift of friendship today! 1226 Carpenter Rd SE, suite B-1, Lacey. For more information, contact: Breezie O'Neill 360-705-4664 ext. 120
breezie@kokuaservices.com
kokuaservices.com

New Rebates Available on Appliances: The Cash for Appliances Washington rebate program has been extended and new rebates are now available for several appliances such as Energy Star fridges, dishwashers, water heaters, and much more. Look online for appliances that qualify for rebates.For more information, contact: Rebecca Stillings 360-725-3123
rebecca.stillings@commerce.wa.gov
www.cashforapplianceswa.com

FREE! Teen Link Peer-to-Peer Helpline for Teens: Teen Link is a confidential, anonymous, free, and non-judgmental helpline for teens, where every call is answered by a professionally trained teen. Young people are encouraged to call 866TEENLINK to talk about what they're going through and to get referrals specific to their needs. Tell the young people in your life about this valuable resource. 6-10pm daily. For more information, contact: 866-833-6546
teenlink@crisisclinic.org
www.866teenlink.org

Historic Lewis County Farmer's Market: The Historic Lewis County Farmer's Market features flower and vegetable garden plants, local produce and vegetables, baked goods, and vendor-made arts and crafts. Fridays 9am-3pm, Pine and Tower, next to the train depot, Centralia. For more information, contact: Derrill Outland 360-736-8977
lewiscountyfarmersmarket.org

Find Out More About Mental Illness: Most Americans know someone with a mental illness. Mental illness can be caused by genetic, biological or environmental factors. Warning signs include personality changes, inability to cope with daily activities, excessive anxiety, prolonged sadness, or extreme highs and lows. Seeking help is a sign of strength. And most people who get help feel better. A healthy mind is key to a healthy life. Visit website below to learn more.For more information, contact:
Press@psych.org
HealthyMinds.org

Bikers Help Kids With Cancer: Bikers Fighting Cancer is a Tacoma-based, non-profit motorcycle club that helps children fighting cancer. They are always looking for families in need or people who want to get involved with their group.For more information, contact: Nikki Brecheen 253-472-2615
nikkisixchoppers@yahoo.com
bikersfightingcancer.org

Tacoma Community Resource Connections Center: Associated Ministries launched the Community Resource Connections Center in partnership with DSHS. The center simplifies and centralizes the application process for those seeking state benefits such as Basic Food Program, Working Connections Child Care, medical assistance programs, drug and alcohol treatment, cash benefits, TANF WorkFirst program, and General Assistance Unemployable (GAU) programs. Call for an appointment.For more information, contact: 253-383-3056 x146
www.associatedministries.org

Join the Olympia Coin Club! If you have an interest in collecting coins, currency, or tokens, join the Olympia Coin Club! They meet the first Thursday of each month. First Thursday of each month 7pm, Lacey Senior Center, 6757 Pacific Ave. SE, Lacey. For more information, contact: 360-352-5561

Tumwater Drop Box for Safe Disposal of Medicines: The Tumwater Police Department have a drop-off receptable for the safe and convenient disposal of old prescription medications. Drop off unused prescription medicine for disposal as opposed to flushing them, sending them to the landfill, or allowing children and others to have access to them. Tumwater City Hall lobby, 555 Israel Rd. SW, Tumwater. For more information, contact: 754-4199

Help Single Parents! SPARC and Conchetta House are working to benefit single parents across the nation. Think of policies that affect your lives and that of your children, e.g. childcare, access to education, family leave, flextime, & child support. If you think of a way to improve these policies, let them know. They will compile & present all of the responses to the appropriate parties.For more information, contact:
beheard@conchettahouse.org
www.conchettahouse.org

Thurston County Drop Box for Safe Disposal of Medicines: Thurston County officials have opened a drop box for the safe and convenient disposal of old prescription medications. 24 hours, outside Thurston County Sheriff's Office, Olympia, Courthouse, 2000 Lakeridge Dr. SW, building 3. For more information, contact: 360-867-2502
www.WhereDoITakeMy.org

Gig Harbor's First Saturday Art Walk: Gig Harbor's First Saturday Art Walk, called one of the five best art walks in the Northwest by Sunset Magazine, is the first Saturday of every month in downtown Gig Harbor's historic Waterfront District. Look for the Red Shoe Banners. First Saturday of the month 1-5pm, along Harborview Drive downtown, Gig Harbor. For more information, contact: Cheryl Allred 253-857-4842
allredc@cityofgigharbor.net
www.gigharborguide.com

FYI ON FAQ! Searching for Something on Mixx96.com? For school closings or contests, go back to the front page & click on listing on left-hand side. For requests, call 360-943-9696. For event photos, click on link below. For ski reports, see bottom of front page. To find a song that played or playlist, email jsf@mixx96.com with the date/time & any clues. Unfortunately, you cannot listen to Mixx 96.1 online yet.For more information, contact: Mixx 96.1 360-943-9937
jsf@mixx96.com
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VOLUNTEER TODAY! Kokua Welcomes Volunteers: Help make the world a better place, one life at a time. Volunteer & be a "buddy" to an adult with disabilities. You can support a person with community activities, visit the library, attend church or achieve a lifetime goal. Volunteers must be 18 years old & able to pass a background check. Kokua, 1226 Carpenter Road SE Suite B-1, Lacey. For more information, contact: Cary Richardson 360.705.4665 ext 108
cary-kokua@qwestnet
www.kokuaservices.com