North King County Community Calendar

Events

Shoreline

Richmond Beach Community Garage Sale — May 17: Richmond Beach Community Council hosts this neighborhood event at the western edge of Shoreline and invites residents to gather their stuff, post a sign in their yard and open up shop.

North Seattle

North End Flower Club Plant Sale — 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 17: Annuals, perennials, vegetable, all at great prices, complete with planting instructions, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 6512 23rd Ave. NW., Seattle.

In Church

Shoreline

Shoreline Universalist Unitarian Auction — 7 p.m. Saturday, May 17: tropical treats and beverages, tunes from the tropics, silent and live auction items. At 14724 First Ave NE, Shoreline. Tickets: $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Reserve ticket by calling Shoreline UUC at 206-363-7994 .

Bible Study Class — 7-7:50 p.m. Thursdays: Meets in the Ronald Room (Southeast corner classroom) at Shoreline Conference Center, 185th &First NE. Classes are open to all. Sponsored by the Richmond Beach Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ (LDS).

SUUC Chalice Circles — ongoing: Small Group Ministry Circles at Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Church, 14724 First Ave. NE., are facilitated, relational groups of 8-10 people who meet regularly to develop their spiritual lives. You do not need to be a church member to participate. Info: Ben Thompkins, 206-546-8025 or Rev. Thomas Anastasi 206-363-7994.

Concerned Women for America — 1-3 p.m. last Fridays: The Shoreline Chapter meets at the Chapel at Cristwood, 350 N. 190th St., for prayer for the community, state and nation. Info: 206-542-0999.

Coffee Break Bible Study — 9:45-11:30 a.m. Thursdays: Bible study and fellowship for women at First Christian Reformed Church, 14555 25th Ave., NE., Shoreline. Preschool-age children have a program with Bible story, craft and games. Nursery provided for young children. Info: 206-364-3021.

Lake Forest Park

Coffee Break Bible Study — 9:25-11 a.m. Wednesdays: Interfaith Bible study group meets at Lake Forest Park Presbyterian, 17440 Brookside Blvd. NE. Story hour for children ages 3-5 and nursery for infants-age 3. Info: Barb, 206-364-1333 or Jan, 206-362-8783.

Classes

Edmonds

Europe Through the Back Door classes: 9 a.m. Saturday, May 10, Village Italy; 11 a.m. Saturday, May 10, Italy; 1 p.m. Saturday, May 10, Venice; 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31, France; 1 p.m. Saturday, May 31, Germany, Austria &Switzerland. 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.

Savvy Traveler Seminars: 10 a.m. Saturday, May 17, Packing a Week’s Wardrobe in a Carry-on; 10 a.m. Saturday, May 31, Going Wild in New Zealand; 1 p.m. Saturday, May 31, Rail through the Canadian Rockies. Free. At The Savvy Traveler, Inc., 112 5th Ave. S., Edmonds. Registration required: 425-744-6076.

Mountlake Terrace

English Talk Time — 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, through May 29: Conversation practice is free and open for all adults who want to practice English speaking skills, led by trained volunteers. At the Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave. W. Info: 425-776-8722.

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 +; $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:

• Lunch &Lecture Series — 12:30-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays: May 20, “My Renaissance, a Widow’s Healing Pilgrimage to Tuscany,” with Rose Marie Curteman, Bellevue author; May 27, “Suddenly Single,” insight on how to deal with tax issues, securities, trusts, will, power of attorney, bank accounts, after the loss of a spouse. Lunch cost: $3 donation ages 60 &over, $5.75 under 60, sign up in advance.

• Lunch Bunch — 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 21: Meets this month at The Northstar Dining Room at North Seattle Community College. Senior Center Shuttle can take up to 13 to the restaurant. Sign up in advance; indicate if you need a van ride.

• Men’s Breakfast — 7:30 a.m. Friday, May 23: Good food and good “ole guy talk.” Cost: $2. Pre-register.

• 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.

• Job Connections: If you’re looking for someone to do household repairs/work or maybe you’re looking for a part-time job, volunteer Mike Speyer is available 9 a.m. to noon Fridays to register workers with the program or to provide referrals for those seeking workers. Call 206-365-1536.

• Center Thrift Shop: Open five days a week, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. New greeting cards at 40 cents and up.

Bothell

Northshore Senior Center (10201 East Riverside Drive, Bothell; 425-487-2441) offers the following events &activities:

• Yoga for Health &Relaxation — 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays: Enjoy yoga exercises that are physically healing, mentally clarifying and relaxing. Cost: $4 member/$6 nonmember, per class; wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel.

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.

Yoga classes — register now: Shoreline Parks &Rec offers on-going yoga classes at three locations and four different days of the week. Classes begin last week in April. Sign up for full session or attend on a drop-in basis. Register: 206-418-3383.

Diabetic Educational/ Support Classes — 7-9 p.m. alternate Wednesdays: UW Medical Center physician &nutritionist discuss diabetes-related topics. Meets at Shoreline Fire Station, 175th &Aurora, for six sessions. Register: Molly, 425-481-5405.

Yoga for Your Back — 9-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays: Beginning and continuing classes meet at the Shizendo Martial Arts Academy, 17703 15th Ave. NE., Shoreline. Cost: $10 drop-in fee. 206-284-3142.

Jazzercize at Spartan Gym — 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays &Thursdays, 9 a.m. Saturdays, 6 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays: Classes are ongoing at Shoreline Center, Spartan Gym, come anytime. Cost varies; drop-ins are welcome. Register at any class. Info: 206-298-5377.

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.

Lake City

Chen Style Tai Chi — 7:15-8:15 a.m. Mondays: The original family style of Tai Chi. Drop-ins welcome. First class is free. At One Sky Medicine in Lake City. Info: 206-363-5555.