Weekly Calendar
Tue, 09/14/2010
September 18
Recycling Event--Recycling collection event and rain barrel sale. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Washington State Criminal Justice Center, 19010 1st Ave. S. Rain barrels for Burien and Normandy Park residents, $25. For info 206-248-7603.
September 26
Autumn Harvest Open House--Wesley Homes Retirement Community, 815 S. 216th St. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Tour campus, farm stand with food samples, gardening presentations, helpful resources available and much more! For info 206-824-5000 or www.wesleyhomes.org.
October 5
AARP Driver Safety Class--Boulevard Park Place Retirement Community, 2805 S. 125th St. 1-5 p.m. AARP members get a $2 discount with membership number at registration. For info and to register 206-244-2945.
October 6
AARP Driver Safety Class--Boulevard Park Place Retirement Community, 2805 S. 125th St. 1-5 p.m. AARP members get a $2 discount with membership number at registration. For info and to register 206-244-2945.
October 14
Highline Community College Fall Job Fair-- Students, alumni and job seekers are welcome to attend the college's annual fall job fair. Employers will be recruiting from various industries. Parking is free, but limited. HCC main campus, Student Union Building 8, 2400 S. 240th St, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. For info www.highline.edu/stuserv/financialaid/
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 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
Glacier High School Class of 1970--Saturday, October 2. 40th Class Reunion at the SeaTac Community Center. For info: glacier70reunion@comcast.net
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. For info Phyllis Barton Parker 425-868-2803 parkerduo@hotmail.com
Mount Rainier Class of 70--October 1. Holiday Inn, Des Moines. www.reunionsunlimited.com.
School Registrations
Our Savior's Lutheran Church--Now taking Pre-School applications. 158 S. 168th St, Burien. For info 206-243-8108.
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
Burien Brat Trot-Sept. 19. 5k run around Burien. Benefits Safe Kids King County and Westside Baby. www.burienbrattrot.com
Hospitality House Walk to Stomp Out Homelessness-Sept. 25, 10 a.m. Register before Sept. 21, $20. Register after Sept. 21. $25. www.hospitalityhousesouthking.org.
Northwest Center Donation Drop-Off-Saturdays-Sundays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Burien Grocery Outlet, 236 S.W. 152nd St. All donations tax deductible. For information, HYPERLINK "http://www.nwcenter.org" www.nwcenter.org or 206-691-2588.
Oktoberfest--Highline Schools Foundation dinner, dance and auction. October 2, 6-11 p.m. Normandy Park Cove, 1500 S.W. Shorebrook Dr. For info highlineschoolsfoundation.org. Must be 21 to attend.
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.