"Snohomish" is an Indian (Nat. Amer.) name, so that our river has the same name, and our origin of the name came from the Native American of our area called the Snohomish Tribe. They traded with the Snoqualamies and other tribes that would visit the area of what became our town. The name Snohomish may not be spelled exactly that in the native language, just as Seattle is an approximation of the spelling from its native origins. We have many Native Amer. names, terms, etc. which has been handed down to us over the interim. It is fitting then, that the recognition of the native clulture(s) take place, and now the rest of the Story: Ref. The HERALD, Everett, WA. Date: Monday November 17th. 2003 Section: Local Site: http://www.heraldnet.com/about Article: Keeping the culture alive EvCC (Everett Community College - CC.) hosts Native American Coast Gathering By Victor Balta, Herald Writer PIX capped: The Capt Fox Dancers, composed of Tlingit, Haida and Tsimpsian tribal members, performs Sunday night in the Student Union at Everett Community College as part of the United Native American Council's seventh annual Coastal Gathering. COMMENT: Encompasses the tribes of the Pacific Northwest. Presented each November. Maintaining the tradition of most Pacific coast tribes who meet in the late fall. A flute player from Snohomish was present. This display and recognition of the culture is a part of the educational program of the Everett Community College, a site of my own stomping grounds early on. Food offerings are a part of the culture that is shared there - native oriented foods. Carroll in Snohomish * * * 30 * * *