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10/31/2026

Join us on Wednesday, November 4th, at 12:30pm for an Estate Planning workshop from Carl Swans at the Wall Group Law. Carl will provide guidance and resources.

Free & open to the public.

10/22/2026

Join us for a special Veterans Lunch Day as we honor and celebrate those who served!

🗓️ Thursday, November 5th
⏰ 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
📍 Carl Gipson Center: 3025 Lombard Avenue, Everett, WA

10/22/2026

Meet Pamela Timm, our Carl Gipson Center Volunteer of the Month! 💙 Thank you, Pam, for sharing your time and talents with our Knit & Crochet group and helping members learn, create, and enjoy time together. We’re grateful to have you as part of the Center!

10/22/2026

Looking for the perfect and affordable venue for your 🎄holiday event, 💍wedding, 🎈birthday, or 💸fundraiser?! Carl Gipson Center helps support our center by renting out our spacious rooms for private rentals.

🍂Spacious: Our main room holds up to 350 and comes with a large commercial kitchen and projector! Plus we have smaller rooms for more intimate gatherings.

💰Affordable: Our prices range from $42- $148 per hour!

📍Location: Conveniently located right in downtown Everett.

💛Support: We have someone on site with you during the entirety of your rental.

To book with us email [email protected]

10/19/2026

The summer of 1964, 14-year-old Ethel Stevenson marched for civil rights in Meridian, Mississippi, with more than 100 protesters, singing “We Shall Overcome.” That evening, she had dinner with three civil rights workers: James Chaney, Andrew Goodman, and Michael Schwerner.

The next day, the three men were murdered by members of a white supremacist conspiracy. Their deaths, investigated by the FBI in a case known as Mississippi Burning, sparked nationwide outrage and brought attention to the racism and violence facing Black communities in the South.

“I was with the three civil rights workers the night before they were killed,” Ethel recalls.

Growing up in Mississippi, Ethel experienced segregation firsthand. Black and white children attended separate schools, used separate water fountains, and faced restrictions on where they could go. She remembers sitting at lunch counters to challenge segregation, only to be refused service.

Despite these hardships, Ethel looks back on her childhood with fondness. The sixth of nine children, she grew up in a close-knit neighborhood where adults looked out for all the kids. Music was also a big part of her life. She sang in church and school choirs and remembers evenings spent singing and dancing with friends beneath the streetlights.

At 19, Ethel moved to Everett, Washington, where she built a life and career. She attended Everett Business College, worked for Scott Paper Company for 23 years, and later joined the Edmonds School District. She and her husband, Johnny, raised their three children, Darrell, Maurice, and Katrina.

During those years, Ethel formed a close bond with Carl and Jodie Gipson and their family. She remembers Carl as someone who stood up for and supported Everett’s Black community. Their home was a place where Ethel and her family were always welcomed.

Ethel later served on the Everett City Council. Today, she continues serving her community as a Citizen Police Officer for Everett and as a member of Snohomish County’s SMART team, which investigates incidents involving law enforcement use of force.

Her journey reflects a remarkable change. After growing up fearing and distrusting law enforcement because of the racism and violence she witnessed, Ethel now works to support officers while ensuring accountability when needed.

After more than 50 years in Everett, the city remains her home. When Ethel visits the Carl Gipson Center, she sometimes thinks of Carl and Jodie, the friends who welcomed her and became an important part of her life.

10/15/2026

Join Gul for our October cooking class at the Carl Gipson Center! This month, we’re making salmon chowder.

📅 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
📍 Carl Gipson Center Kitchen
Cost: $11 for members, $21 for non-members

Register at the front desk.

10/14/2026

Last week, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene and Representative Rick Larsen visited the Carl Gipson Center as part of the Speaker Series.

They discussed issues and potential solutions related to health care programs, Social Security, and other topics that affect our communities. Following their remarks, members of the center had the opportunity to participate in a Q&A and ask questions.

The Speaker Series is part of the Carl Gipson Center’s regular event schedule. Sessions take place on Mondays at 11:45 a.m., and everyone is welcome to attend.

Upcoming speakers:
📅October 19: Julio Cortes
Candidate for State Representative, Position 1, Legislative District 38

📅October 26: Thomas (Jeff) Kelly
Candidate for State Representative, Position 1, Legislative District 38

📍Carl Gipson Center: 3025 Lombard Ave. Everett, WA 98201

10/13/2026

Don’t forget! Join us Monday, October 19, for a free mindfulness workshop at the Carl Gipson Center!

Learn simple mindfulness practices that can help improve your attention and well-being. The workshop will be led by Mary Davis, MSN, FNP.

📅 Monday, October 19
⏰ 12:30 PM–1:15 PM
📍 3025 Lombard Ave., Everett, WA 98201

Free and open to all!

10/13/2026

🎃 GIPSON SPIRIT DAY

Halloween Bash

Thursday, October 29

Show off your Halloween spirit! Wear your favorite costume or Halloween attire.

🎟️ Fun Prize Raffle During Lunch!

10/08/2026

October In-Kind Donation: Post-it Notes! 💙 Help us restock Post-it Notes in any color. Thank you for your support!

Address

3025 Lombard Avenue
Everett, WA

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4pm
Friday	8:30am - 1pm
Saturday	8:30am - 1pm

Telephone

+14258182784

Website

http://www.voaww.org/gipson-center

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