The YMCA invites the community to attend the opening festivities of the new 52,000-square-foot Dale Turner Family YMCA on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fun activities for all ages include tours of the new facility, health and wellness information, class demos, youth and family activities, cooking demonstrations, climbing on the new 28-foot climbing pinnacle, live music and giveaways.
The event is free and open to the community.
The Dale Turner Family YMCA is located at 19290 Aurora Ave. N.in Shoreline. Additional parking is available at the Park and Ride at 192nd and Aurora Ave. N. For more information, call 206-363-0446.
Candidate debate at Nile Golf Club
The Forward Shoreline Education Summit Program and several of the regional Rotary clubs will host a public debate on Oct. 9 between Terry Bergeson and Randy Dorn, candidates for Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Seattle journalist/author Jack Hamann will emcee the event using the “Rotary Debate Format” developed at Seattle Downtown Rotary to maximize candidate/audience inter-change.
The event will be from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Nile Golf Club, located west of Interstate 5 and along North 205th Street. The debate will be videotaped &streamed online at www.forwardshoreline.us.
Church hosts World Communion service
The public is invited to an Interchurch World Communion Sunday Service at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 5, at the Ronald United Methodist Church, 17839 Aurora Ave. N., Shoreline.
Fijian, Indo-Fijian, Korean, Filipino, Chinese, Ethiopian, Pakistani, and Indian Christians will celebrate this colorful service rich in traditional music and dress from the various cultures represented
A social hour will follow the service with snacks from the participating congregations and their ethnic fellowships including Shoreline United Methodist Church, Ronald United Methodist Church, and Shoreline Korean United Methodist Church.
Sheriff’s Office begins new program
The National Coalition Building Institute and the King County Sheriff’s Office have joined together to develop a training program designed to help the Sheriff’s Office further develop Citizens Advisory Councils in each precinct area.
Program organizers are seeking input from interested KCSO employees and community members as the training is developed.
The planning process will bring together a broad cross-section of leaders from law enforcement, faith and community-based organizations and local business communities. Leaders in the African American, Asian and Latino communities, as well other important and culturally diverse groups, will be invited to help develop the training for the Sheriff’s Office that will improve police-community relations and further develop the KCSO Citizens Advisory Councils.
The program is made possible through the assistance of the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS).
The National Coalition Building Institute is a leadership development organization that was established in 1984. The effectiveness of NCBI and its teams has resulted in numerous awards, favorable media coverage, and noteworthy testimonials.
Anyone who is interesting in learning more about the program or wishes to join a focus group should contact NCBI facilitator Fae Brooks at 425-766-8452.
Flu Clinics at TOP Food &Drug
Flu shots are available for $25 apiece and no appointments are necessary for the clinics at TOP Food and Drug stores. A clinic is scheduled at the Shoreline TOP Food &Drug, 1201 N. 175th St. from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Oct. 3 and Oct. 6. Medicare and most insurance companies can be billed if participants bring their Medicare or insurance card.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend a flu vaccination for anyone wishing to reduce the risk of becoming ill with influenza (flu) or transmitting the virus to others.
Flu shots are particularly recommended for the following high-risk groups: children ages 6 months to 4 years and 11 months, people 50 and older, women who will be pregnant during flu season, people with certain chronic medical conditions and people (health-care workers, family members and others) who will be in close contact with others at risk of serious flu symptoms.
Most people are ill with the flu for several days to a week, but some get much worse and may need to be hospitalized. The flu causes an average of 36,000 deaths each year, mostly among the elderly.
For a complete schedule of flu clinics at TOP Food stores in Washington, visit www.Top-Foods.com. Flu shots also are available by appointment while supplies last by contacting a pharmacist at the TOP Food store in Shoreline.
Party with the stars
The Seattle Astronomical Society plans its free monthly public star party for Saturday, October 4, at Paramount Park, NE 155th Street and 8th Avenue NE in Shoreline.
Club members will set up their telescopes around 7 p.m.
Star parties are free but poor weather will cancel the event. For more information, visit the Seattle Astronomical Society Web site at www.seattleastro.org, or e-mail information@seattleastro.org.
Drive for Senior Services
Volunteers can help seniors in the Shoreline and Lake Forest Park communities remain independent by becoming a volunteer driver for Senior Services Shuttle Program. The Program is seeking reliable, caring individuals to drive agency vans.
Flexible hours and free training in defensive driving and passenger assistance are provided. Volunteers do not need a special driver’s license and do no lifting or bearing of weight. Bilingual drivers are especially encouraged to apply. Call Melissa at 206-748-7588 or e-mail melissat@seniorservices.org for more information.
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