US Census 2010 Offers Employment Opportunities

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting temporary, part-time census takers for the 2010 Census. These short-term jobs offer good pay, flexible hours, paid training, and reimbursement for authorized work-related expenses, such as mileage incurred while conducting census work. Best of all, census takers work right in their own communities.

Census taker jobs are excellent for people who want to work part-time, those who are between jobs, or just about anyone who wants to earn extra money while performing an important service for their community.

Hundreds of thousands are needed for temporary jobs ~ Conducting the census is a huge undertaking. Hundreds of thousands of census takers are needed nationwide to help locate households and conduct brief personal interviews with residents. Most positions require a valid driver's license and use of a vehicle. However, use of public transportation may be authorized in certain areas.

Your community is counting on you ~ Every 10 years, the Census Bureau takes a snapshot of our population, determining how many people reside within the nation's borders, who they are, and where they live. The results help determine your representation in government, as well as how federal funds are spent in your community on things like roads, parks, housing, schools, and public safety. As a census taker, you'll play a vital role in making sure that everyone is counted.

Bilingual speakers are encouraged to apply ~ All census takers must be able to speak English, but people who have bilingual skills are needed in communities where a large number of residents primarily speak other languages. If you have the appropriate language skills and cultural knowledge to communicate well in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today by contacting your Local Census Office or by calling 1-866-861-2010.

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Showcase Lake Stevens

Showcase Lake Stevens, the Chamber's 5th annual Business Expo will take place ~ Saturday April 24th at LS High School from 10:00-3:00. Join us and meet your Lake Stevens Businesses and have the chance to win some great FREE prizes!

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Library Events

Friends of the Lake Stevens Library Meeting ~ Tuesday, March 9th at 7:00 p.m. Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Lake Stevens Library. All interested are welcome.

Lake Stevens Library Book Group ~ Wednesday, March 10th at 7:00 p.m. Join the discussion of “My Sister’s Keeper” by Judi Picoult. For Adults.

Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday ~ Tuesday, March 2nd (all day). Children 12 and under receive a "Dr. Seuss Reader" packet when they check out a book today! Packet contains pencil with topper, sticker and bookmark. Packets available while supplies last. Supported by the Friends of the Lake Stevens Library.

Ready Readers: Baby Storytime ~ Thursdays, March 4th-25th at 10:30 a.m. Babies and their favorite adults learn to love reading together with stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes. Playtime follows. For babies through 2 years. Supported by the Friends of the Lake Stevens Library. Caregiver required.

Drop In Craft – Fan-Shaped Sand Art ~ Monday, March 29th at 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Kids can create beautiful craft projects. Just sprinkle sand on the self-adhesive fan. Supported by the Friends of the Lake Stevens Library.

Birds of a Feather ~ Tuesday, March 30th at 11:00 a.m. Join us for some bird trivia and make your own pinecone bird feeder and a feathered picture to take home. Ages 5 and up.

Letterboxing ~ Wednesday, March 31st at 11:00 a.m. What is it? Who does it? What do you need to do it? Find out the answers to all of these questions, carve your own stamp and get started on this journey to intrigue and discovery. Funded by the Friends of the Monroe Library. For ages 6 and up.