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Community Events - contributed by AM1090 listeners
CLIMATE CHANGE COMICS in Seattle
NOW THROUGH 11/30
The M. Rosetta Hunter Art Gallery at Seattle Central Community College CLIMATE CHANGE COMICS in Seattle, a group exhibition of cartoons and comic book stories by local cartoonists addressing the issue of climate change. Admission is and gallery hours are Mon through Fri 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m, Tues and Wed, 5 - 7 p.m. info 206-344-4379 or http://www.seattlecentral.edu/artgallery
Whidbey Island Share a Home Annual Fund Raiser
Now thru 11/20 on Whidbey Island
Whidbey Island Share a Home Share Your Change -- Share A Home 5th Annual Fundraiser sponsored by Whidbey Coffee November 2nd through November 20th As the need for affordable housing alternatives escalates for Whidbey Island residents, so too does the creative support and solutions at WISH! Ongoing partnerships offer energy and life skills assistance, temporary emergency housing, wellness checks for qualifying women, ever-widening referral service and community outreach efforts. Show your support for combining and preserving our resources through home sharing . How can I help? Participate in our fundraiser today! Pick up a bank at any Whidbey Coffee Kiosk and fill it with your spare chang, and receive 10 free 12 oz coffee drinks. Find us at 18341 HWY 525 Freeland 98249 Call for info 360.331.5910 or 800.864.7549 www.whidbeywish.org
OSOT gift packing for US Troops
11/13 and 11/21
20245 SE 192nd St, Renton, WA 98058-0271
The Holiday Season is approaching and as we focus on our family festivities and gatherings here at home, we need to remember the brave men and women in our Armed Forces that are fighting for our freedom who are far from their home and loved ones at this special time of year. We want to let them know that they are not forgotten, that we love them and that we are very thankful for their service to our GREAT Country! Operation Support Our Troops (“OSOT”) will be assembling and packing boxes to send to our troops and we would like to invite you to join us for our Christmas pack outs on Saturday November 14th and 21st, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. We will gather at: The Anderson Barn 20245 SE 192nd Street Renton, WA 98058 - Special request!! we no long have the big truck to transport our boxes! We are in need of volunteer's to take packages to the Issaquah Post office, if you have a SUV and or Pickup we need your help! Remember, our pack out is also a pot luck lunch so if you have a favorite dish, please bring it to share with everyone! OSOT has all the goodies to put into the Christmas stockings but if you would like to donate, the following items would be appreciated:Puzzle and Game Books - Handheld Electronic Games - Board Games - DVDs- contact ngulit@comcast.net
Documentary Film Screening
11/20 - Friday, November 20
UW's Kane Hall, Room 110
Documentary Film Screening & Discussion
"Papers - Stories of Undocumented Youth" Presented by OneAmerica and the University of Washington Diversity Research Institute, this evening of film and discussion will highlight the struggles and challenges facing undocumented children in the United States. Following the film, a panel discussion moderated by OneAmerica Executive Director Pramila Jayapal will follow. There are approximately 2 million undocumented children who were born outside the U.S., but raised here. They were educated in American schools, but simply by turning 18, they become "illegal" immigrants.
Music/Native story telling/Hiphop
11/20 and 11/21
Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center- 4705 West Marginal Wat SW Seattle, WA 98106
LEGEND & LYRICS: Native Story Telling & Hip Hop Performance--7 pm 2 days-Nov. 20-21 featuring Savage Family & traditional story tellers. Traditional native story telling & young strong native voices use Hip Hop as their expression in a mixing of generations speaking with one voice. Free open workshops during the day from 10AM to 5PM. Buy your tickets at Brown Paper Tickets for the performances only at 7PM, a family friendly event. The workshops are open to the public and food will be provided. Come and watch as the performers work together to come up with something new. Young and old working together to come up with a fusion of traditional and modern, a powerfull statement!!! Notes Audience all ages,family friendly, free parking, additional free parking across the street. Info Line 206-431-1582 Website http://duwamishtribe.org Contact James Rasmussen 4705 West Marginal Way SW Seattle, WA 98106 206-431-1582 james@duwamishlonghouse org I wish to buy tickets for Nov 20, 2009 7:00 PM Nov 21, 2009 7:00 PM Door opens at 6, show at 7.
11/27 and 11/28 - POST THANKGSIVING GUIDED WALKS THROUGH SEWARD PARK
Walks led by an Audubon Naturalist will leave the Center at 10AM and 2PM on Friday and Saturday, November 27th & 28th. Amongst the scenery of the magnificent old growth forest and our beautiful Lake Washington, Audubon staff will make nature come alive and calories melt away. "Think of it as a carbon and calorie offset opportunity. Instead of spending the day in your car fighting Black Friday traffic you can spend a few hours with your friends and family walking off calories and enjoying the bounty of nature here at Seward Park. We even estimate that you can burn upwards of 200-300 calories on the walks," said Audubon Education Director Annie Morton.In addition to being a healthy alternative for you and the environment, the Giving Thanks to Nature Guided Walks are great opportunities to learn about why the trees, animals, and inhabitants of Seward Park are all things for which we should be thankful. Participants will explore the flora and fauna as skilled naturalists teach about everything from salmon to salamanders, and mountain beavers to mahonias. So, this Thanksgiving, as you count the many things that you are thankful for, don’t forget about nature.Giving Thanks to Nature guided walks will leave from the Seward Park Audubon Center at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The easy-moderate walks will last approximately 1.5 hours and are about 2 miles long. Walks will be conducted regardless of weather conditions unless deemed unsafe.Space on the walks is limited. Advance reservations are recommended and can be made by telephoning the Seward Park Audubon Center at 206-652-2444 or email jmanson@audubon.org. The cost is $2-4 per person. Participants are encouraged to bring the family, comfortable clothing for the weather, and a sense of adventure and wonder!
About - Located at the entrance to Seward Park, the Seward Park Audubon Center provides family and community programming and science enhancement programs for middle and high school students in SE Seattle.
Calling All Psychotherapists
11/20 Friday 10 am-noon
First Presbyterian Church in downtown Everett
An information meeting for psychotherapists interested in volunteering to assist service members, veterans and their loved ones in need of mental health care. Will talk about veterans' needs in the community, and how psychotherapists can get involved to help For more information call (206) 290-1035
Theatre Off Jackson Performance
11/20/8pm, 21/8pm, 22/7pm
Canoe Social Club, 409 7th Avenue South, Seattle
4 Manifold Motion and The Canoe Social Club and Gallery at Theatre Off Jackson Present: Miscellanea II Friday November 20, 8pm Saturday November 21, 8pm Sunday November 22, 7pm Second in Manifold Motion's showcase series, Miscellanea II features the individual work of past collaborators. Join us for a lively evening of dance, aerials, music, spoken word, interactive installation and visual art. Including works by: Jeremy Bieger Bridget Gunning Chaya Eastwood Jones Mike McCracken Leo Mayberry Keely Isaak Meehan Nicole Sasala Monica Schley with Becca Baggenstoss, Susan Dumett, Evan Flory-Barnes, Memmi Ochi, Linden Ontjes and more. Manifold Motion's Miscellanea showcases are presented cabaret style, with table seating and drinks available from the Canoe bar. Always a varied and entertaining event! Open to the public. $15 suggested / $5 Canoe Members. Full bar available 21+ Manifold Motion is an associated program of Shunpike. Miscellanea II is funded in part by 4Culture. The Canoe Social Club is a program of Theatre Off Jackson, a 501 (c)3 non-profit corporation.
Homeless Youth Benefit Concert
11/21
The Charleston Theater, 333 North Callow Ave Bremerton, WA 98312
OFF THE STEETS, a rock concert featuring local bands, Alpine Frequency, Ruxton Towers, and Miracle Max
The Charleston Theater, 333 North Callow Ave Bremerton, WA 98312 - Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Event will be over by 12:00 a.m. $5.00 at the door or you can donate funds to pay for tickets for youth that would like to attend, but cannot afford to. Donations: Cash donations and easy open, non-perishable food items will be accepted at the door. Off the Streets” Benefit Show - Looking for an opportunity to help the 262 homeless youths in our community? On November 21st attend the benefit concert ‘OFF THE STEETS’ at the Charleston Theater. The event will feature three top local bands, Alpine Frequency, Ruxton Towers and Miracle Max, this venue is sponsored by American Financial Solutions to promote National Youth Homeless Awareness Month and generate proceeds for StandUp for Kids. You can also help by donating funds to pay for tickets for youth that would like to attend. All proceeds go to StandUp for Kids, a nonprofit whose mission is to help homeless youth. Cash and food donations will also be accepted on site. Non-perishable food items that can be easily opened such as: breakfast bars, granola bars and ring top snack packs are need. Everyday homeless youth face obstacles most of us cannot comprehend. Where will I have my next meal? When can I shower? Where will I sleep tonight? How do I get out of the cold? Where can I be safe? There are an estimated 1,682,900 kids that are either runaway or homeless.
Diabetes Education
11/17 & 11/24 9:00-11:45am
Seattle Uwajimaya store
Diabetes Education
November is National Diabetes Awareness month. The Seattle Uwajimaya store is offering diabetes education, screenings and grocery shopping tours with a registered dietician on-site.
National Survivors of Suicide Day
11/21, 9:15 am
Pacific Lutheran University
Every year, more than 32,000 people die by suicide, and every one of them leaves behind loved ones and friends. PLU is among 130 plus conference sites participating in National Survivors of Suicide Day, sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The annual program features a panel comprised of survivors of suicide loss and medical experts. The Day allows survivors of suicide loss to connect with other survivors in their local community in an empowering and healing environment. For more information contact Cathy at 253-863-7520, Susan at 253-838-8721 or e-mail support@auburnsos.com
Coffee Strong - Iraq Veterans Against the War
11/22 -Sunday- 3pm
Coffee Strong GI Coffee House in Lakewood, WA
Members of Portland Central America Solidarity Committee and Iraq Veterans Against the War will be discussing their recent peace delegation to Venezuela and their views on the Bolivian revolution that is taking place there. They will also be debuting videos from the trip.
2nd Annual Multi-Faith Alternative Holiday Market
11/22 1-4 p.m.
Bloedel-Donovan Park, 2214 Electric Ave., Bellingham, WA
2nd Annual Multi-Faith Alternative Holiday Market
How do you celebrate your Holy Days, watch your budget all at the same time? Join us at Bloedel-Donovan Park for the 2nd Annual Multi-Faith Alternative Holiday Market, Sunday, Nov. 22. supporting nonprofits like Conservation Northwest, Sean Humphrey House, Whatcom Peace and Justice Center, & Amnesty International. Please bring a can of baby food to benefit the Bellingham Food Bank. [Co-hosts: Assumption Catholic Church, Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship, Dharmakirti Buddhist Center, First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Islamic Society of Whatcom County, and Saint James Presbyterian Church.
Free Movie Screening of "RETHINK Afghanistan"
11/22 - 3:30 PM
Federal Way 320th Library 848 South 320th Street in Federal Way 98003
"Rethink Afghanistan" is a ground-breaking documentary focusing on the key issues surrounding this war. The problems facing Afghan society are economic, social and political in nature, and require economic, social and political solutions. The U.S. can play a more constructive role in Afghanistan by engaging civil society than by waging war. For more information, please visit FederalWayMatters.org
Lecture
11/22 Sunday - 4:00-5:30pm
Theosophical Society Library 717 Broadway E Seattle, WA, 98102
Who Was HPB? Lynda Jo Pym, 3rd generation Theosophist, explores the life of this remarkable founder of the Theosophical Society, Helena Petrovna Blavatsky. 206-323-4281 http://www.seattle-ts.orgquest@seattle-ts.org $5-10 donation suggested
The Jefferson Awards
11/23 11:30am - 1:45pm
Olive 8 Hotel | 1635 8th Avenue, Seattle
The Jefferson Awards honors ordinary people who do extraordinary things for others. Initiated in 1972 by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Senator Robert Taft, Jr., this Nobel Prize for public service is a unique local and nationwide effort that recognizes the highest ideals and achievements of volunteerism in the United States. It is exciting to note that more national Jefferson Award winners have come from Washington than from any other state! Learn about our community response to the strongest national call to service we have seen in over a generation, and join us to celebrate our award winners. Admission is $45, and please register in advance. To register visit www.seattlecityclub.org, or call 206-682-7395.
Local craft fair
11/27 2pm-7pm
SPACE 7601 Greenwood Avenue N.
CraftsGiving is a local craft fair that showcases geared towards homemade crafts, sustainable culture, and the underground art scene from Seattle. There will be more then 15 crafter's with wares including winter wear by local designers, gifts, epic gems, Hand warmers, inspirational local Art, and more. Come gear up for the change of seasons and support hand made goods! The Fair is on Black Friday November 27th from 2pm - 6pm at: SPACE 7601 Greenwood Avenue N. It's free to attend, and everyone is welcome. It's a great opportunity for us to come together, get to know each other, and support our local artists by purchasing their wares.
Tickets are onsale Now for "Ham for the Holidays"
11/27 through 12/27
Theatre Off Jackson in Seattle
Tickets are onsale NOW for "Ham for the Holidays: Lard Potion No. 9!" Don't miss our Dos Fallopia Xmas extravaganza at Theatre Off Jackson in Seattle, Nov 27-Dec 27. We'll be joined by out favorite loonies, Andrew Tasakos, D.J. Gommels, and Matt Whitman. This show often sells out, so get yer tix early! SPECIAL DEAL- ORDER TIX BY NOV. 1, and get $2 OFF! www.brownpapertickets.com
Independent Film Festival on Criminal Justice issues
11/28 Saturday - 6:30 and 9PM
Columbia City Cinema, 4816 Rainier Ave S. Seattle
Independent Film Festival on Criminal Justice issues
THE UNITED JUSTICE FILM FEST Independent films on criminal justice. This is a fundraiser for Justice Works! FIX 3-STRIKES campaign. $2 donation is suggested. http://justiceisnogame.org
Charity/Holiday auction
11/30 Monday 3 to 8 PM
The Westin Seattle 1900 5th Ave. (5th and Stewart), Seattle
PROVIDENCE CHRISTMAS TREES - A FAMILY AFFAIR TREEVIEW Spend an evening wrapped in the holiday spirit at the free A Family Affair TreeView at Providence Health & Services Christmas Trees event! Bring the entire family to this holiday tradition and view 16 exquisitely designed trees that will be auctioned off at the 25th annual Christmas Trees Gala Dinner & Auction. http://www.providence.org/OTrees
WORLD AIDS DAY
12/1
WORLD AIDS DAY. Around forty million people are living with HIV throughout the world - and that number increases in every region every day. World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV and AIDS. This year, it's up to you, me and us to stop the spread of HIV and end prejudice. This starts by taking action. info http://www.worldaidsday.org/ info http://www.worldaidscampaign.org/
BLACK NATIVITY
12/1 - 12/27
Intiman Theatre - Seattle
CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH A JOLT OF SOUL AS THE GOSPEL MUSICAL BLACK NATIVITY PLAYS ITS FINAL SEASON AT INTIMAN - This year’s production will run December 1-27, with the opening night on Friday, December 4 at 8 pm; all adult tickets during the first two weeks are $25 SEATTLE— Intiman Theatre invites audiences to “hear again the Christmas story” with its annual production of Black Nativity, a holiday favorite that features 40 singers, dancers and musicians. This will be the gospel musical’s last season at Intiman, where it has been a tradition since 1998. Intiman and members of the creative team are currently exploring new options for the future, including a move to a larger venue in King County.
Holiday Symphonic Concert for Families
12/2, 7:30 pm
Faith Lutheran Church 8208 18th Ave. NE, in Seattle.
Holiday Symphonic Concert for Families
Rain City Symphony, a community orchestra located in northeast Seattle, welcomes you to come enjoy our annual festive holiday concert on Wednesday, December 2, at 7:30, at the Faith Lutheran Church 8208 18th Ave. NE, in Seattle. Families are welcome. In addition to our classical repertoire, music will include Christmas sing alongs and Hanukkah music. Check our website at www.raincitysymphony.com Rain City Symphony is a 501(c)(3) organization supported in part by grants from 4-Culture and Seattle Arts & Culture.
SOLAR POWER: PROJECTS AND PERMITTING conference
12/2, 9 am - 5:00 pm
Washington State Convention & Trade Center.
2nd Annual SOLAR POWER: PROJECTS AND PERMITTING conference. Solar power is becoming a viable, reliable, and cost-efficient form of energy in the Northwest. If you own property or are simply interested in Solar Power, join in to learn about the possibilities, and how to put them into action. registration and info 800-574-4852
MOHAI -10th anniversary of the WTO protests
12/3, 7 p.m.
MOHAI, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle 98112
film/discussion
WTO Protests- Then & Now In partnership with the Harry Bridges Center from the University of Washington and the Young Professionals International Network (YPIN) from the World Affairs Council, MOHAI marks the 10th anniversary of the WTO protests in Seattle with a screening of Jill Friedberg's award-winning film, This is What Democracy Looks Like. Guests will examine how the actions of 1999 have influenced present day events along with how they will continue to shape the future. MOHAI is also looking to gather first person stories from those who were in Seattle for the protests for its oral history collection. Pepperspray Productions, an independent video activist collective, will be filming individuals wishing to share memories from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Additionally, MOHAI exhibit staff is creating a small display of WTO artifacts with an interactive element where visitors can express their opinions, or share their own stories. Admission to the film and panel: WAC/MOHAI Members and Students- $5, General - $10. Reception, 6 p.m. and film (space is limited): WAC/MOHAI Member and Students - $ 20, General - $ 30. Tickets are available through the World Affairs Council online, www.world-affairs.org, or call (206) 441-5910. Tickets will be sold at the door on a space available basis.
Journey to Bethlehem, an interactive drama
12/3 to 12/6 and 12/13
Auburn Adventist Academy Church
This December 3-6 and December 12-13, from 6-9 p.m., there will be a free, special community event open to the public. Journey to Bethlehem, an interactive drama, is an outdoor production in Auburn that features more than 275 costumed actors, vibrant sets, colorful storytelling, and live animals. Tours, lasting approximately 40 minutes, depart from the Auburn Adventist Academy church located at 5010 Auburn Way South in Auburn, WA. Free tour tickets are available at the door; however, to avoid a long wait, tickets can be reserved at www.j2binfo.org. There is a Christmas music program featured while tours await departure. Donations will be accepted for the Auburn Food Bank. For more information call AAA Church (253) 833-5853
BazArt ~ Fine Arts and Craft Fair
12/5 Dec 5th - 10am to 5pm
Maple Valley Creative Arts Center, 23220 Maple Valley Hwy SE, Ste 15, Maple Valley
BazArt ~ Fine Arts and Craft Fair
The Maple Valley Creative Arts Council is holding this 2nd Annual BazArt event to benefit the active artist members in their organization, better known as 'starving artists'. The Creative Arts Center is a little over a year old and has hosted many an exhibit as well as being touted as an exclusive entertainment venue. Come and see for your self all the amenities the Creative Arts Center has to offer (bookings for art related and private events are available) and join in this intimate holiday fair showcasing unique one of a kind art pieces. Handmade trinkets from glass beaded jewelry, glass art, purses, ornaments, wood sculpture to original 2D artwork. Come and take part in this festive occasion filled with music, refreshments and the holiday spirit. Maple Valley Creative Arts Council is a 501c3 non profit organization and appreciates AM 1090 Community Matters for the online publicity access ~ www.maplevalleyarts.com ~ Happy Holidays!
Camano Island Holiday Home Tour
12/5 - Saturday 1:30 to 5:00 P.M.
Camano Island
Add spice to your Holiday Season on Saturday, December 5th 1:30 to 5:00 P.M. and tour 5 beautiful Island homes followed by a Good Time Party at the Oddfellows Hall, 96 S. Camano Ridge Road. The party will include live music, live and silent auctions, hors d’oeuvres and beverages. A $10. ticket will admit the holder to the homes and the party, with proceeds going to fund scholarships for local students. Tickets and maps are available at Snow Goose Book Store in Stanwood as well as Seagrass Gallery and Camano Island Coffee Roasters on the Island. Sponsored by the Camano Island Democrats. For more information, contact Betty McCadden - bmccadden@wavecable.com
Greyhound Adoption at Petapoluza
12/5
114 N 36th ST Seattle WA in Fremont
Greyhound Adoption at Petapoluza - Petapoluza Pet Supply is hosting it's monthly Adoptapoluza Greyhound adoption event on Saturday, December 5th at Petapoluza Pet Supply, 114 N 36th St Seattle WA 98103, in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle from 1:00-4:00 p.m. There will be a silent auction, greyhound adoptions, food, facts and more. The first 3 kids will be able to adopt a stuffed greyhound at no cost. Fun for the entire family! Free admission, however a donation of canned or dry dog food is appreciated. Greyhounds Inc is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Affordable Housing Public Forum
12/9 - 8-9:30 am
1210 6th Ave, Tacoma
Public Forum - The Tacoma Pierce County Affordable Housing Consortium invites you to a free Public Forum on Veterans Housing Needs in Pierce County. Representatives of the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs will discuss obstacles that veterans face in finding housing and available new programs.
Holiday Open House / Craft Bazaar / Bake Sale
12/6 - Sunday 2-5pm
MEOW Cat Rescue, 10600 NE 68th, Kirkland, WA
Please join us at the MEOW shelter (Houghton Village, 10600 NE 68th, Kirkland) on Sunday, December 6 from 2-5pm for our annual open house, holiday craft bazaar and bake sale to benefit MEOW. You can do your holiday shopping, meet some great new friends, and help out two great causes, all at the same time! There will be a wide variety of handcrafted items perfecting for gift giving for your favorite two legged and four legged friends, delicious baked goods, and MEOW Masterpieces for sale. We will also have a raffle, refreshments, visit with Santa, and a pet food drive to benefit, Hopelink Kirkland (please share the gifts of the season by, bringing a donation of dry or canned pet food for those in need). Visit our website for updates and additional information www.meowcatrescue.org.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S RIGHTS
12/10 7 - 8:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, Seattle HUMAN RIGHTS DAY CELEBRATION. Keynote Speaker Profressor Adrien K. Wing on INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S RIGHTS: Lessons in Struggle and Models of Success. info Felicia.Yearwood-Murrell@seattle.gov
Art Sale
12/11
Good Shepart Center Room 302
4649 Sunnyside Av. North Seattle 98103 One of a kind items of premium craftsmanship by multiple artists! Includes: Fine art, pottery, jewelry, wearable art i.e. hats, scarves, eco-bags and much more! Delicious snacks available, proceeds benefit charity. Contact 206-861-5917
Wreaths Across America in Washington
12/12 0845
Tahoma National Cemetery, many will gather for the laying of wreaths on graves of our Veterans. The Wreaths Across America in Washington is spearheaded by the Washington Wing, Civil Air Patrol. For those wishing to donate a wreath, participate in their laying, or to ask questions go to www.WreathWA.com or email McChordHC@aol.com.
Knit a holiday ornament
12/12
The Seattle Public Library, Ballard Branch, 5614 22nd Ave. N.W.
Knit a holiday ornament at a workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12
The program is free and open to the public. Free parking is available in the branch garage. Registration is required. Call the branch at 206-684-4089 to register. Employees from the Full Circle Yarn Shop in Ballard will help participants knit holiday ornaments. The workshop is for all ages and skill levels. Yarn will be provided, but participants should bring their own knitting needles. For more information, call the branch at 206-684-4089.
World Music
12/6 - Sunday 6 -4:00pm - 5:30pm
Theosophical Society Library 717 Broadway E Seattle, WA, 98102
World Music from Sacred Traditions, with the World Meditation Ensemble. www.WorldMeditationEnsemble.com 206-484-1741 For further information: 206-323-4281 http://www.seattle-ts.orgquest@seattle-ts.org $5-10 donation suggested
Seminar- Aging Parents
12/9 - Wednesday-7pm
Lunch Room in View Ridge Elementary School, 7047 50th Ave. NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Seminar-Trading Places: Assuming Responsibility for Aging Parents
There comes a time when it happens. Our parents, who had taken care of us, now need our help. Suddenly, we find ourselves trading places and assuming responsibility for the parents we love -giving back to those who gave so much for us. To help prepare for and get through what can be an overwhelming time, Certified Financial Planner and S. R. Schill & Associates Vice President Len Skiena will be presenting Trading Places: Assuming Responsibility for Aging Parents. Topics covered will include Medicare, Medicaid, care/living options, long-term care, and the documents that should be prepared in advance so that legal and medical preferences can be fulfilled. There is no cost to attend. This important and informative seminar is being presented as a service to the community and is valuable both for people with aging parents, as well as for parents who want to help make things easier for their children. Please call 206-275-2700 for more information.
Lecture/discussion
12/13 - Sunday 13 December; 4:00pm-5:30pm
Theosophical Society Library 717 Broadway E Seattle, WA, 98102
Lecture/discussion
Theosophy 101 with Ed Alden Modern Theosophy offers a worldview that is all-encompassing and, therefore, complex. Ed Alden will discuss some of the core ideas in this first of three lectures. 206-323-4281 http://www.seattle-ts.orgquest@seattle-ts.org $5-10 donation suggested
Scholars for 9-11 Truth
12/13 Sun. Dec. 13, 7 pm.
Town Hall Downstairs
Illustrated talk - Dr. James H. Fetzer, founder of Scholars for 9-11 Truth, and editor of The 9-11 Conspiracy, will give an illustrated talk on, "Was 9-11 an 'Inside Job'?"
Kitsap Democrats Holiday Party
12/9 Wed -5:30 - 8:30pm
Silverdale Beach Hotel, Silverdale
Kitsap Democrats Holiday Party
5:30pm Reception (no host bar) 6:45pm Sumptuous Buffet including Fresh King Salmon, Baron of Beef, Salad, Potatoes, and Fruit. Reservations required by F, Dec. 4. $40 per person, send checks payable to KCDCC, PO Box 27, Silverdale, WA 98383. Contact: Ginny Duff, ginny.duff@gmail.com 360-509-7544.
Peace Pole Dedication
12/26 - 12:00 Noon
Coffee Strong, 15109 Union Ave., SW, Lakewood WA
Peace Pole Dedication
Join Community members around Ft. Lewis in the personal dedication towards peace. The Peace Pole is an international symbol of peace with the message, "May Peace Prevail on Earth" on each side in different languages. The Coffee Strong Peace Pole will be in English, Spanish, Arabic and Dari. (253)841-7167
On-going Events
Lung Cancer Support Group
First and Third Thursdays of every month from 4 to 5:30PM
Swedish Hospital-First HIll
Come and meet those living and thriving with lung cancer. Significant others welcome. Please note this group is already on community matters but we feel we need to change the wording. We want to make it more for people LIVING not surviving with lung cancer. Please feel free to word it ANY way you want. Thank you cecilia izzo 206 729 5680
Open Mic
First Fridays of each month
Revolution Books
Open Mic - First Fridays of each month 7pm Revolution Books 89 S Washington St, Seattle, WA 98104 In Pioneer Square off 1st Ave Bring your poetry, hip hop, music.....Reverberate to liberate! Be a part of conceptualizing this new monthly event, making it an open mic like no other. Contribute to a culture of radical and revolutionary ferment, critical thinking, and resistance! Host: Stacy Barnes To sign up: Come at 7pm or email rbsea@yahoo.com
Exhibition
Now thru the end of the year
2700 24th Ave. NE Seattle 98112
The Arts & Crafts Movement in the Pacific Northwest.A major new exhibition brings to light exceptional work from the Arts and Crafts Movement in the Northwest during the early twentieth century. The exhibition showcases significant buildings and interiors, furniture, glass, metalwork, ceramics, textiles, fine arts, graphics and book arts, and photography with over one hundred objects drawn from public and private collections.
Sleep Country Secret Santa Toy Drive for Foster Kids
Now through December 13, 2009
All Washington Sleep Country USA locations
Sleep Country Secret Santa Toy Drive for Foster Kids
This holiday season, join Sleep Country USA and its thousands of individual and business supporters to make sure every foster child in the Pacific Northwest receives a gift. The idea of a child wondering why Santa didn’t leave them a toy is heartbreaking, and sadly a reality for some foster children. New, unwrapped holiday items can be donated at any Sleep Country USA store. For more information on the location of the nearest store, please use the Sleep Country store locator at www.sleepcountry.com or call 1-888-88-SLEEP. The store hours are M-F 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Volunteer to sort and pack medical supplies
9/19 and 10/17 and 11/21 - Saturdays 9:00 AM to 1:00 pm
CHUMA 2601 Willamette Drive NE, Suite G Lacey, Washington 98516
Volunteer to sort and pack medical supplies for charities in developing countries. Phone: (360) 493 - 5641 (Near Shipwreck Beads.)
Cell phone recycling and donations
Ongoing event at various locations
Cell phone recycling - Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County is collecting cell phones. Cell phones (even without service can call 911) are given to victims of domestic violence in need. If phones are older or not in working condition they are sent to a cell phone recycler and the funds are put directly into programs and services offered by Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County. http://www.snococbw.org/index
Peace Vigil / War Protest
Wednesdays 4:30 to 5:30
Port Orchard Town Hall
Come protest the American occupation of Iraq and escalation of the war in Afghanistan in front of Town Hall on Bay Street in Port Orchard every Wednesday 4:30to 5:30 until every soldier comes home.
Ongoing - Green Party of Seattle monthly meeting for all
Every Third Tuesday, 7-9pm
Cascade People's Center, 309 Pontius Ave N in S Lake Union
Join us to discuss current events and issues progressives care about, with the oldest Green Party in the state! Like the Referendum 1 Voluntary Bag Fee (vote NO in August); Prop. 100 on not building new jails (please sign a petition to get this on the ballot); Instant Runoff, or Ranked Choice, Voting. info@SeattleGreens.org or 206.524.3377
Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam
9/17 - 12/13
Forty-two years after Private First Class Micky Santa inscribed his name and address onto the bottom of the canvas bed inches above his head aboard the USNS General Nelson M. Walker, Santa will once again see his message. Opening Sept. 17 at the Washington State History Museum, is Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam. View an original sleeping station salvaged from the Walker, graffitied with the thoughts of young Americans traveling to the Vietnam War. The names of soldiers and marines, and their hometowns; wives and girlfriends; poetry; drawings; patriotic sentiments; political statements and more cover these canvas beds preserved by the Vietnam Graffiti Project and Virginia Foundation for the Humanities, organizers of the exhibit. http://www.washingtonhistory.org
Ongoing Peace Protest
Sundays - noon
Federal Way
Stand for Peace Every Sunday Noon to 1:00 PM Intersection of South 320th Street and Pacific Hwy South in Federal Way The change that we all hoped for has yet to come. We are out there reminding others and ourselves that casualties, both civilian and military, continue to mount in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Occasionally, other matters of peace and justice make an appearance on our signs (e.g. Universal Healthcare). Please join us whenever you can, we'll be out there every Sunday. For more information, please visit FederalWayMatters.org
