SW School Retirees Meeting

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

19030 8th Ave. S.

Mon., Nov. 27, 11:30 a.m. Our November meeting is dedicated to learning more about the role of public school nurses today. Nurse Karen Richter will share how  public school nurses are trying to safeguard  our students and how challenging this can be.All the while, state funding does not adequately cover the needs of students with current staffing ratios. Lunch will be served at 11:45. The program will start at 12:10.  Please feel free to join us, Call Eileen if you have any questions regarding this organization or meeting 206.878.3294.

 

GriefShare: Your Journey from Mourning to Joy

Boulevard Park Church

1822 S. 128th St.

Every Tues., Sept. 19–Dec. 12, 7–8:30 p.m. This 13-week seminar is for those who have lost someone close and for those who would like to experience a fuller sense of closure to this grief they’ve already endured. Each class has a video presentation, a time of discussion, and a time to share anything one may wish from the workbook. Registration, which includes workbook, is $15. Call 206.243.2600 to sign up for this care-sharing seminar.

 

Des Moines Library

November 2017 Events

Des Moines Library 

21620 11th Avenue S

206.824.6066

 

Children & Families

 

Infant & Young Toddler Story Times

Mondays, 10 a.m. Newborn to 2 1/2 with adult. Stories, songs and fun! Social time with balls, blocks and bubbles takes place right after Story Time.

 

Preschool Story Times

Mondays, 11 a.m. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Stories, songs and fun!

 

Play & Learn-Spanish

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Newborn to age 5 with caregiver. Have fun singing songs, telling stories, reading books, creating art and playing. Play & Learn is in English, and the facilitator is bilingual in English and Spanish.

 

Spanish Story Times

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs and fun! 

 

Family Story Times

Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Ages 2 ½ to 6 with adult. Stories, songs and fun!

 

Tweens & Teens

 

Tech Tuesdays

Tues., Nov. 28, 3:30 p.m. Grades 4-12. Play video games at the library, experiment with electronics and try out new technology. The first and last Tuesday of the month.

 

Study Zone

Mondays, 4-6pm, Tuesdays, 6-8pm, Wednesdays, 4-6pm, Thursdays, 4-6pm. When school is in session. Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from trained volunteers.

 

Boulevard Park Library

December 2017 Events

Boulevard Park Library

12015 Roseberg Avenue S

206.242.8662

 

Children & Families

Family Story Times

Fri., Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 10:30 a.m. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Stories, songs and fun!

 

Book Spoilers! 

Tues., Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 26, 5-5:45 p.m.  Ages 8 to 18. Drop in to challenge the Children’s Librarian to Book Spoilers. Everyone welcome to play! Pick a book with the librarian, and win a prize if you can convince her that it ends differently than it does.

 

Spanish Story Times

Tues., Dec. 5, 12 and 19, 7 p.m. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Stories, songs and fun!

 

Grades K-12 Study Zone

Tues., Dec. 5 and 12, 6-8 p.m.; Wed., Dec. 6 and 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; No Study Zone during Winter Break, Dec. 16-Jan. 2. Need a place to study or get homework help? Drop in any time during Study Zone hours for some helpful assistance from a volunteer tutor.

 

Movie Night: Despicable Me 3

Wed., Dec. 13, 6 p.m.

Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Popcorn provided.

 

Brick Builders!

Fri., Dec. 22, 3-4:30 p.m. Ages 1 to 18, ages 5 and younger with adult. Play and build with Legos® and Duplos.

 

Tweens & Teens

Teen Movies: Spider-Man Homecoming

Thurs., Dec. 14, 3:30 p.m. Middle and high school ages.

 

Hang Time

Thurs., Dec. 28, 3-5 p.m. Middle and high school ages. Come in, hang out, make a craft or play a game. Materials and games will be provided. Drop-ins welcome.

 

 

—Ongoing—

 

Burien Drinking Liberally

Angelo's Restaurant

601 S.W. 153rd St.

Fourth Thurs. of the month any time from 6:30 p.m. onward in the DaVinci room. An informal, inclusive progressive social group. Raise your spirits while you raise your glass, and share ideas while you share a pitcher. Drinking Liberally gives like-minded, left-leaning individuals a place to talk politics. You don't need to be a policy expert—just come and learn from peers, trade jokes, vent frustration and hang out in an environment where it's not taboo to talk politics.

 

Adult Ping Pong

Burien Community Center

14600 - 6th Ave. S.W.

Every Tues. and Fri., 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. You are invited to play pong for fun and exercise, All skill levels are welcome.

 

Living Organized

Southminster Presbyterian Church

19834 8th Ave. S.

Every Wed., 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. We are a group of adults who have been challenged by disorganization and clutter. We are not affiliated with any denomination or institution. There are no dues or fees to attend our meetings. We collaborate with each other to develop solutions that will help us live with dignity. Because all of our members have had a problem with disorganization, there is no shame in attending our meeting. Our learning material includes books, movies, newspaper articles, personal stories, active listening and discussion. We offer: non-judgmental support, an opportunity to express your own frustration, the courage to declutter, acceptance of who you are. For more information contact Elizabeth at 206.248.2922.

Messies Anonymous

Southminster Presbyterian Church

19834 8th Ave. S.

Every Wed., 10:30 a.m.–Noon. Messies Anonymous is a free self-help group for people who have too much clutter in their home and life. Join us as we learn the way to live with dignity.  Our process also works for those who are downsizing. Call Elizabeth at 206.248.2922 for more information.

 

Water District Board Meeting

King County Water District Office

12606 1st Ave. S.

First and third Wed. of each month, 10 a.m. The Board of Commissioners of King County Water District 20 meets the first and third Wed.of each month. Call 206.243.3990 for more info.

 

Join the Burien Lions 

Angelo’s Restaurant

601 S.W. 153rd St.

Every Wed., Noon–1 p.m. Join us and help reach out to those in need in our community. Come participate in our community projects helping make Burien a better place for all. On the first Wed. of each month, we hold an evening meeting; while the weather is warm—from now through September—at 6 p.m. at the 913 Restaurant in the outdoor area, 913 S.W. 152nd St. For more information call 206.433.0715.

 

KCFD #2 Board Meeting

Station 28

900 S.W. 146th St.

Tues., Nov. 7, 5 p.m. The public is welcome to a special meeting of the Board of Commissioners of King County Fire District #2.

 

Daystar Toastmasters

Daystar Retirement Village

2615 SW Barton

Sat., Nov. 18, 10–11 a.m. Come as a guest on to experience the safe, supportive atmosphere in which you can grow your communication and leadership skills. Improve your ability to think-on-your-feet and become more comfortable speaking to groups. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early for orientation. For more information see daystarclub.toastmastersclubs.org. or call Bill at 206.932.6706.