b'COMMUNITYConnect MukilteoBY KANDACE BARNESA re you looking for a way to meet others while giving back to your community? The City of Mukilteo, in partnership with The Mukilteo Family YMCA and the Mukilteo Chamber of Commerce has created ConnectMukilteo.org, a website that can help you find the perfect volunteer opportunity.This one-stop website brings volunteer opportunities in Mukilteo to one place, allowing you to find the best opportunity for you. You can quickly browse through listings from non-profit programs and organizations in Mukilteo that are looking for help. Thetime as a volunteer is an investment in your community, website also provides links and contact information,but also has personal rewards including:making it easy to learn about opportunities and get startedMaking new friendsvolunteering.ConnectMukilteo.org helps you find one-time or ongoingGiving back and positively impacting your community opportunities, as well as volunteering for families includingImproving your physical and mental healthchildren. It also provides a place for organizations to postStrengthen self-esteem and confidenceneeds such as specific foods or funding their constituentsSetting an example and being a role modelmay need.ConnectMukilteo.org offers a community calendarLearning new skills and gaining knowledge and including events that Mukilteo organizations are open toexperience that can be used in your professional careerMukilteo residents or the general public. Networking and establishing contactsAs a volunteer, you will quickly learn that your personalVisit ConnectMukilteo.org and consider getting involved volunteer experience will reward you more than you willwith an organization by volunteering. You will be glad you ever imagine. Serving your community by providing yourmade a difference serving your community. Parks and Arts CommissionBY FRANK FOSTERT he Parks and Arts Commission (PAC) hasdisplay the works of youth and adults at Rosehill been diligent in their efforts to ensure theCommunity Center. expectations of the community. For example,The commissioners are to be commended for their the commission has led the efforts to add newhard work, diligence, passion, and commitment to additions to Byers Park, and worked closely with thecontinue to positively improve our city for all who call Dirt Jump volunteers on the new course located byMukilteo home.the Community Garden. They are also collaborating with the city council on the new park on SouthJoin us on the first Thursday of each month at Harbor Pointe Boulevard. Finally, we have been active6:00pm in the Council Chambers at City Hall! We collaborators with local artists and the schools toappreciate your input.MUKILTEO RECREATION/425.263.8180/MUKILTEOWA.GOV MUKILTEO RECREATION GUIDE 5'