North King County Community Calendar
Published 8:45 am Thursday, February 28, 2008
Events
Richmond Beach
Richmond Beach Saltwater Park Low-Tide Walks — 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, July 27 &Aug. 10: Explore and investigate the world of marine beaches and the creatures who live in Puget Sound with volunteer Beach Naturalists. Dress for the weather. Waterproof footwear recommended. Children especially welcome. Free. Info: Shoreline Parks &Rec, 206-418-3383.
Shoreline
Shoreline Family Center BBQ — 6 p.m. Friday, July 18: The Center for Human Services, 17018 15th Ave. NE, Shoreline, hosts this annual event and provides the burgers, buns, cheese and condiments. Families bring the trimmings (onions, tomatoes, lettuce), a side dish, salad or drinks to share. Advance registration required. Free. Info: 206-362-7282.
Rummage Sale &“Unique Boutique” — 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, July 18 &10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, July 19: Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Church, 14724 1st Ave. NE hosts this fundraising event in the Eliott chapel. Info: Irma Levine, 206-368-8135 or Jan Wilson, 425-744-1266.
Edmonds
Living with Grief Luncheon — 12:30-2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 26: Stevens Hospital Bereavement Program hosts this free event for individuals who have experienced the death of a loved one, featuring speakers and resource materials. Bring a memento of a loved one for the Memory Table. Meets at Stevens Hospital Auditorium, 4th floor. Register: 425-640-4089, press 2.
Classes
Edmonds
Europe Through the Back Door classes: 11 a.m. Saturday, July 19, Regions of France: Loire, Dordogne and Languedoc. At Rick Steves’ Europe Through the Back Door, 130 4th Ave. N., Edmonds. Cost: Free, but reservations required: 425-771-8303, ext. 298 or www.ricksteves.com/seattle.
Shoreline
Garden Herbs series — 6:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays: Learn unique and simple ways to use common herbs from your garden or farmers market. July 23, “Rosemary: A wise old plant”; July 30, “Lavender: A plant with many gifts”; Aug. 6, “Calendula and Roses.” Cost: $35 per class, plus $5 supply fee payable to instructor. Meets at Shoreline Center, Richmond Room. Register: Shoreline Parks &Rec, 206-418-3383.
Wine classes — July 22, 24, Aug. 7: The Continuing Education Department at Shoreline Community College offers these classes: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, “The ABCs of Jazz &Wine” ($49); 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 24, “Crazy for Sangiovese” ($35); 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, “Wines of Spain” ($35). Meets on campus, 16101 Greenwood Ave. N., Shoreline. Pre-registration required. Info: 206-533-6700.
Lynnwood
Basic Auto Repair — 1-4:30 p.m., Saturday, July 19: Save time and money by learning how to change wiper blades, oil, flat tires, bulbs and fuses, jump start a dead battery, install chains, plus diagnose strange squeaks. Ages 15-adult. Cost: Res. $45/Non Res. $47. Register: Lynnwood Rec Center, 425-771-4030.
One Day Decorating — 10 a.m.–1 p.m., Saturday, July 26: Improve the flow and feel of a room by rearranging what you already own and love. Ages 15-adult. Cost: Res. $27/Non. Res. $29. Register: Lynnwood Rec Center, 425-771-4030.
For Seniors
Shoreline
Heart Healthy Dinners for Seniors — 5 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays: Seniors &guests are invited to enjoy nutritionally balanced meals at King County Housing’s Northridge Building #1, 1530 NE 177th, Shoreline. Cost: $3 donation suggested, ages 60-plus; $5.75 under age 60. Info: 206-727-6253.
Shoreline-LFP Senior Center (18560 First Ave. NE. #1, Shoreline; 206-365-1536) offers the following events &activities:
• Seattle’s senior outreach programs — 12:30-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 22: Seattle Mayor’s Office representative will discuss programs and services offered for Shoreline-LFP Seniors.
• Men’s Breakfast — 7:30 a.m. Friday, July 25: Early morning breakfast with good food and good ‘ol guy talk. Cost: $2. Pre-register.
• Piano recital — Noon Tuesday, Aug. 5: Judi Cook’s piano students will presents a summer performance.
• Thursday Game Play Day — 1 p.m. weekdays: Bridge group meets in Exercise Room for Contract Bridge foursomes (donation: $1); 12:30 p.m. Scrabble Club meets in Craft Room, bring a board (donation: $1); 12:30 p.m., Pinochle in Bridge room (donation: $1).
• Volunteer computer teachers: Lead classes in a variety of topics on Wednesdays, running four-week sessions.
• Computer Learning Center: Intro to Computer &Windows 95/98; Beginning Microsoft Word; Internet and World Wide Web; and Personal Computer Instruction classes all start the first week of the month and meet once weekly for four weeks. Class session lasts 1.5 to 2 hours. Cost: $34 members, $39 non-members. Contact Bob Lohmeyer at the Senior Center to sign up.
• Special Services: Free Blood Pressure/Diabetes checks, legal consultations, a lunch program, Meals on Wheels, Purchaser Metro Bus stickers, senior rights assistance, computer classes, and a very active and varied travel desk.
• Senior Connections: Are you a senior in need of assistance in your home? Could you use help with shopping or other simple chores? Volunteers are available to help. Contact Virginia Sanborn, 206-365-4848.
Health &Fitness
Shoreline
Complete Core Pilates — 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays &Thursdays: Based on the mat technique and designed to strengthen core muscles and align the mind and body. Meets at the Shoreline/South County YMCA, 1220 NE. 175th St. Free to YMCA members, $50 for non-members (twice weekly for eight weeks). Info: 206-364-1700.
Diabetic Educational/ Support Classes — 7-9 p.m. alternate Wednesdays: UW physician &nutritionist discuss diabetes-related topics. Meets at Shoreline Fire Station, 175th &Aurora, for six sessions. Register: Molly, 425-481-5405.
Lake Forest Park
Yoga Clinic — 5:30 p.m. 3rd Fridays: For those with ailments, concerns and questions about yoga, healing, fitness and spirituality, this free monthly clinic features a Q &A discussion at Third Place Commons in Lake Forest Park Center. Info: 425-640-0372.
Reunions
Meadowdale High School
Class of 1973 — July 19: Shilshole Bay Beach Club, Seattle. Info: www.reunionswithclass.com.
Shoreline High School
Class of 1983 — Oct. 3-5: Cabin Tavern/Shilshole Bay Beach Club, Seattle/Edmonds City Park. Info: www.reunionswithclass.com.
Edmonds High School
Class of 1943 — Aug. 9: Nile Shrine Center, Mountlake Terrace. Contact Harold Wilcox, 425-712-1401.
Class of 1948 — Aug. 1: Embassy Suites, Lynnwood. Info: 206-542-5559, 425-776-9429, or 425-776-7234.
Class of 1953 — Aug. 9: Contact Glen Grace, 425-338-0829 or Bruce Nickolson, 425-771-8475.
Class of 1958 — July 26-27: Contact Janet Donnell, 425-392-1570, Kathy Diernert, 360-825-4386, or e-mail info@ehs58.org. Class website: www.ehs58.org.
Class of 1973 — Sept. 13: Lake Ballinger Golf &Clubhouse, Mountlake Terrace. Contact Jeff Champine, 425-770-5099 or Wendy Sheets Reynolds, 425-971-3983.
Class of 1983 — Aug. 9: Red Hook Brewery, Woodinville. Info: www.reunionswithclass.com.
Shorecrest High School
Class of 1973 — Aug. 9: Space Needle, Seattle. Info: www.reunionswithclass.com.
Class of 1983 — Aug. 23: Embassy Suites, Lynnwood. Info: www.reunionswithclass.com.
Woodway High School
Class of 1973 — Sept. 12-14: Contact Mark Press, 425-672-2408 or markpress@wwdb.org; Kirk Blevins, 425-876-6944 or realestate@kirkblevins.com; or Laurie Westby Cannon, 425-673-1290 or cannon@cmc.net.
Lynnwood High School
Class of 1983 — July 25-27: Contact Adele (Peterson) George, 425-316-0639 or george6@nwlink.com, or class website: members.aol.com/cmsdesgns/LHS/LHS1983.htm
Class of 1993 — July 26: Wyndham Garden Hotel, Bothell. Info: www.reunionswithclass.com.
Richmond Beach School
All class reunion — Noon Saturday, July 26: The Cabin Tavern. Lunch ($6) served 1-3 p.m. Contact Cliff Nixon, 425-653-1398.
Cascade High School
Class of 1973 — Sept. 13: Marine View Banquet Center, Everett. Info: www.reunionswithclass.com.
Class of 1983 — July 19: Marine View Banquet Center, Everett. Info: www.reunionswithclass.com.
Summer Markets
Edmonds
Edmonds Museum Summer Market — 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays, through September: Handmade and homegrown goods by local residents, farm fresh fruits and vegetables and certified organic produce from local growers, honey, cut flowers, plants and nursery stock, at Fifth St. &Bell around the Centennial Plaza.
Bothell
Country Village Farmers Market — 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Fridays, through Oct. 3: Fresh cut flowers, local produce, nuts, honey, and many hand-crafted items, in the central parking lot at Country Village, 23732 Bothell-Everett Hwy. Info: 425-483-2250.
Lake City
Lake City Farmers Market — 3-7 p.m. Thursdays, through Oct. 16: Farm fresh produce, eggs, fish and baked goods, at NE 127th and 30th NE behind the fire station, off Lake City Way.
Everett
Everett Farmers Market — 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 28: Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, organic produce, flowers, plants, herbs, honey, baked goods and handmade crafts, at the Everett Marina, Port Gardner Landing on West Marine View Dr. Fresh fish market next door.
Museum Exhibits
Edmonds
Edmonds Historical Museum — through Sept. 18: Current exhibit, “A Grand Ol’ Flag,” a showcase of historic United States flags; ongoing exhibits, “The Changing Face of Edmonds” and “Our Maritime Heritage.” 118 Fifth Ave. N. Hours: 1-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Suggested donation: $2 adults, $1 children. Info: 425-774-0900.
Shoreline
Shoreline Historical Museum — through Oct. 2003: Current exhibit, “Mabuhay: Filipino-American Culture in Shoreline.” a collaboration between the Museum and the Filipino American Association of Shoreline. 749 N. 175th. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Info: 206-542-7111.
