August 27

Book Signing--Burien Books is hosting a book signing for "The Self Made Woman: Creating the Life You've Always Wanted" by local author Alexzandra de la Iglesia. 5-7 p.m.

August 30

Blood Drive--Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Fellowship Hall, 19030 8th Ave. S. 1-7 p.m. (closed 3-3:45 p.m.) To reserve a time to donate blood, please call Courtney & Nancy Steinke at 206-878-4219.

September 8

Afternoon Dance--Burien Elks Lodge, 14006 1st Ave S. 1-3:30 p.m. Randy Litch will be providing the music. For info (206)243-7044.

Burien Master Gardeners
Get answers to general gardening questions. Learn about proper plant selection. Bring a sample of a diseased plant for diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Have an insect identified. Learn least toxic ways to treat diseases and pests.
Herr Garden Center--107 SW 160th Street. Sept 11-25, Saturday, 1-4 p.m.
Burien Library--400 SW 152nd Avenue. April 24-August 28, Wednesday, 5-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Highline Medical Center
Hospice volunteer training-Highline Hospice at the Specialty Campus, 12844 Military Rd. S., Tukwila, is recruiting caring, compassionate people interested in supporting terminally ill patients and their families. If you have a heart for being with others through difficult times, volunteering with Hospice may be right for you. Volunteers provide patient support and companionship, caregiver respite, bereavement support, or office help. Comprehensive training provided. Contact Michele Fawcett-Long, Volunteer Coordinator, 206-439-9095.

Religion
First Baptist Church-- The American Baptist Women's Group in Des Moines is looking for new members to help with quilt making project. Quilts will be given to women's shelters, fire victims and others in need. No specialized knowledge needed. Group meets the first Monday of the month at 1 p.m., 22415 19th Ave. S. 206-878-3972.
First Baptist Church-Fantastic Friday Family Fun Night, 7 p.m. 22415 19th Ave. S., Des Moines. Potluck dinner followed by family activities for kids and adults. Free and open to the public. For information, 206-878-3972.
Hope Christian Fellowship-Free clothing. Sundays 3-5 p.m. At 632 S.W. 143rd St., Burien. For information, 206-244-1399 or HYPERLINK "http://www.hope-christian.net" www.hope-christian.net.
Lake Burien Presbyterian Church-Remix (formerly Kaleidoscope) 15003 14th Ave. S.W. Wednesday evening family program with dinner in the Fellowship Hall starting at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $4. Children accompanied by adults are free. 206-242-6023.
Normandy Park Congregational--A church where everyone is welcome no matter where you are on your journey. Contemporary Worship, Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. 19247 1st Ave South. For info 206-824-1770.

Reunions
Highline High School Class of 1960-- 50th Class Reunion. Sept. 10-11. Friday night pre-event, Barbeque Mixer at the "Cove" in Normandy Park. Main event, an all day celebration at the Museum of Flight in Tukwila culminating with a gala dinner/dance. Continuing the celebration, 7-night Alaska Cruise round trip Seattle on the Sapphire Princess, Sept. 12-19. Agent for the cruise is Travelers Connect. Visit www.highline1960classreunion.com for further details or call Sandy Roemhild, 253/332-5835.
Highline High School Class of 1980--October 1 at The Cove, 1500 SW Shorebrook Dr. For info www.reunionswithclass.com
Mt. Rainier Class of 1965 - 45th Reunion Saturday, September 18, 2010 Fairwood Golf & Country Club Renton. Registration deadline 8/1/10 For info Phyllis Barton Parker 425-868-2803 parkerduo@hotmail.com
Tyee H/S Class of '70--40 Year Reunion. Emerald Downs - Auburn, September 11, 2010 - 2:00 p.m. Call 206-963-1983 and leave your phone number and name.

Fundraisers
3 Wishes Shoe Drive--Benefits soles4souls(tm) inc., the shoe charity. 929 S.W. 152nd St. Residents are invited to recycle their 'gently worn' shoes for people in need
Sleep Country USA's Foster Kids School Supply Drive--July 19 - September 6 at all Sleep Country and Sleep Train locations. Make a difference in a foster child's life by donating new school supplies including pencils, pens, erasers, calculators, paper, backpacks, binders and pocket dictionaries for foster kids throughout Washington and Oregon. For more information go to www.sleepcountry.com or call 1-888-88-SLEEP.
White Center Food Bank--Water District 20 wishes to remind everyone that we are accepting donations of food and cash of behalf of the White Center Food Bank.

Call For Vendors
Holiday Bazaar-SeaTac Senior Program's annual holiday bazaar is set for November 6. 9-3 p.m. Space available to vendors for $20-25. Event is expected to have more than 70 vendors, featuring hand crafted items. unique gifts and commercial products.For info 206-973-4680.