Compiled by Katie Nelson

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Art Exhibits

Burien Community Center—Burien artist Kim McCarthy (aka Urban Soule) 14700 6th Ave SW, Through July 31. The Community Center is open Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information please call 206-988-3700.
Residences at Burien Town Square--Brian Seldt. “Pestilence.” Paper cuttings and projections. Retail Space at S.W. 151st St. and 5th Pl. S.W. Runs through July 31st. brianseldt.com. brianseldt@yahoo.com.
Residences at Burien Town Square—Paintings by Amaranta Ibarra-Sandys. Retail Space at S.W. 151st St. and 5th Pl. S.W. Runs through July 31st. artmaranth@hotmail.com

Movies

Outdoor Family Movies—8-11 p.m. Des Moines Beach Park, 22030 Cliff Ave. S. July 26—“Brave,”
Movies on the Green—Fridays. Outdoor seating begins at 8 p.m., movies begin at dusk. Foster Golf Links, 13500 Interurban Ave. S. Enjoy appetizers, dinner or drinks at Billy Baroo’s inside the clubhouse before the movie. July 19—“Skyfall.” July 26—“Here Comes the Boom.”

Music

Wednesday Night Concerts--Wednesdays. 6:30-8 p.m. North SeaTac Park, South 128th Street and 20th Avenue South. Co-sponsored by cities of Burien and SeaTac. July 17--“Jessica Lynne Band,” country. July 24--“Los Flacos, Latin. July 31--“Jack Ballard Band,” folk rock.
Thursday Night Concerts—Thursdays. 6:30-8 p.m. Lake Burien School Park, 1620 S.W. 149th St. July 11--“Witherow,” folk. July 18—“Kim Archer Band, rhythm and blues. July 25--“Ian McFeron Band,” Americana.
Summer Concert Series—Wednesdays. 7 p.m. Des Moines Beach Park, 22030 Cliff Ave. S. July 10—“The Sway.” July 17—“The King of Swing.” July 24—“Cherry Cherry.” July 31—“Tribute to Linda Ronstadt.”
Parksquatch 2013—Sundays. 5-6:30 p.m. Marvista Park, Southwest 200th Street and 4th Avenue Southwest. Sponsored by Normandy Park Arts Commission. July 21—“Men of Worth,” Celtic folk music. July 28--“Tun,” original funk rock and blues.
Music in the Park—Fridays. 6:30-8 p.m. Angle Lake Park, 19408 International Blvd., or Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden, 13735 24th Ave. S. July 12—“Cory Wilds Band,” blues, jazz, root; Angle Lake Park. July 19—“Show Nuff Funk,” funk band; Angle Lake Park.
Jazz on the Lawn—Cedarbrook Lodge, 18525 36th Ave. S. July 20-Aug. 23. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Visit www.CedarbrookLodge.com/Jazz for more information.

Theatre

The Hi-Liners Musical Theatre DownStage Center—“Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr.” July 11, 12, 13, and 14. Burien Annex, 14501 4th Ave. S.W. This junior Broadway production has all your favorite characters and songs including "Part of Your World," "She’s in Love," and the Oscar-winning "Under the Sea." All seats reserved, tickets $12. Tickets and info at www.hi-liners.org or call 206-617-2152.
The Hi-Liners Musical Theatre DownStage Center—“GODSPELL.” Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville, “GODSPELL” is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love. July 13th, 7 p.m. July 14th, 3 p,m. Burien Annex, 14501 4th Ave S.W. All seats reserved, tickets $12. Go to www.hi-liners.org or call 206-617-2152.
Shakespeare in the Park—Sponsored by Burien Arts and Green Stage. 7 p.m. Dottie Harper Park, 421 S.W. 146th St. July 27—“Midsummer Night’s Dream.”
Theatre in the Park—7 p.m. Angle Lake Park, 19408 International Blvd. July 26—“The Tempest,” by William Shakespeare.

July 13

Seahurst Summer Saturday—“Scatology: Odd Digestion in the Animal Kingdom.” Compare human digestion to other animals then look for scat and food sources of animals at Seahurst. Upon returning to the center, learn about digestion in birds of prey by dissecting a real owl pellet. 10 a.m.-noon. Registration required. $4/adult (18+), $2/youth (5-17), children under 5 are free. Register online at www.EnvScienceCenter.org/seahurstsaturdays/.

July 20

Classic Car and Wooden Boat Show
--Features more than 200 classic cars, 30 wooden boats, 20 vendors, and live entertainment! 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 
Des Moines Marina
. 206-878-4595.
Des Moines Waterland Parade—5:45-8 p.m. Along Marine View Drive South from South 240th Street to South 216th Street.
Seahurst Summer Saturday—Beach exploration. Your little ones will love learning about what lives at Seahurst Beach through puppets, art and hands-on exploration! Also, spend time on the beach with a trained naturalist. Recommended ages: 2-6 years, older siblings can join. 10 a.m.-Noon. Registration required. $4/adult (18+), $2/youth (5-17), children under 5 are free. Register online at www.EnvScienceCenter.org/seahurstsaturdays/.
Summer Marble Spectacular Show—The International Association of Marble Collectors presents the Summer Marble Spectacular Show. In-room trading begins Wednesday evening, July 17 and lasts through Friday night, July 19. Bring your marbles for evaluation, show or trade. Show is Saturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Adult non-members $3 and children free. Ramada Inn Tukwila, 15901 West Valley Highway, Tukwila, WA 98188. Exit #1 from I-405 and go south. See our website at www.iamc.us or call Lee at (253) 815-6928.

July 21

Seahurst Seawall Send-off — Celebrate the restoration of Seahurst and the seawall removal by talking with naturalists on the beach during an especially low tide. Activities also inside the center. Registration not required. Environmental Science Center, Seahurst Park.

July 30

AAA Driver Improvement Program — Refresher course on defensive driving skills. Course gives practical guidance for traffic accident prevention and enhances driver safety and confidence. Successful course completion qualifies drivers 55 years of age and over for automobile insurance premium discounts. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Judson Park Retirement Community, 23600 Marine View Dr. S., Des Moines. $16 per person: pre-registration required. (206) 243-3564.

Meetings

(Editor's Note: Schedules are subject to change or cancellation, especially during summer. Call to verify meeting times.)

Burien City Council
Regular council meetings are on the first, third and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 p.m.
Meetings are held at Burien City Hall, 400 S.W. 152nd St. For information, call 206-241-4647.

Des Moines City Council
Regular council meetings are on the first, second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Meetings are held at the Des Moines City Council chambers, 21630 11th Ave. S.
For information, call 206-878-4595.

Des Moines Pool Metropolitan Park District
Regular meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at the Midway Sewer District offices at 3030 S. 240th St, 7- 9 p.m.

King County Fire District No. 2 Board of Commissioners
Regular board meetings are on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m.
Meetings are held at Fire Station No. 28 at 15100 8th Ave. SW. in Burien. The district coverage area includes Burien and Normandy Park. Firefighters also assist those in District 26, which includes a portion of Des Moines.
For information, call 206-242-2040.

King County Water District No. 20 Board of Commissioners
Regular meetings are on the first Wednesday and third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. at the district office located at 12606 1st Avenue South, Seattle. For more information, please call 206-243-3990.

King County Water District No. 45 Board of Commissioners
Regular commissioners meetings are on the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m.
Meetings are held at the district's offices, 10059 8th Ave. S.W.
For information, call 206-762-3540

King County Water District No. 49 Board of Commissioners
Regular meetings are the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. Meetings are held at the district offices, 415 S.W. 153rd St. in Burien.
For information, call 206-242-8535.

Highline School District Board of Directors
Regular board meetings are on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.
Meetings held on the second Wednesday take place at the district's Educational Resources and Administrative Center (ERAC) at 15675 Ambaum Blvd. S.W. Meetings held on the fourth Wednesday take place at different schools in the district.
For information, call 206-433-0111.

Normandy Park City Council
Regular council meetings are on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Continued council meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Meetings are held at the Normandy Park City Council chambers, 801 S.W. 174th St.
For information, call 206-248-7603.

North Highline Unincorporated Area Council
Regular council meetings are on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7 p.m.
Meetings are held at the North Highline Fire Station No. 13 at 1243 S.W. 112th St.

North Highline Fire District Board
Regular board meetings are on the second to the last Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.
Meetings are held at the North Highline Fire Station No. 13 at 1243 S.W. 112th St.
For information, call 206-243-0330.

SeaTac City Council
Regular council meetings are on second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Meetings are held in the SeaTac City Council chambers, at 4800 S. 188 St.
For information, call 206-973-4800.

Tukwila City Council
Regular council meetings are on the first and third Mondays of each month at 7 p.m.
Committee of the Whole meetings are on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 p.m.
Meetings are held in the Tukwila City Council chambers, 6200 Southcenter Blvd.
For more information, call 206-433-1800.

Tukwila School District Board of Directors
Regular board meetings are on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Meetings are held at district headquarters, 4640 S. 144th St.
For information, call 206-901-7800.

Master Gardener Clinic
Get answers to general gardening questions, learn about proper plant selection, bring a sample of a diseased plant for diagnosis and treatment recommendations, and have an insect or plant identified. Learn the least toxic ways to treat diseases and pests for free. Located at Furney’s Nursery, 21215 International Blvd. S. from April 6-Sept. 28, Saturdays, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Also located at Burien Library, 400 S.W. 152nd St. from May 1-Aug. 28, Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m.

Matt Griffin YMCA

Bilingual Play 'N Learn (Spanish) — Free bilingual playgroups are organized for young children 0-5 years and the people who take care of them. Mondays, 2-3 p.m. YMCA, 3595 188th St., SeaTac, 98188. Register at (206) 244-5880.

Highline Medical Center

Active Women, Healthy Women Class — Women of all fitness levels are encouraged to join this certified instructor-led class. From cancer patients to survivors, there is an exercise activity appropriate for you. Thursdays, 3-4 p.m. Highline Cancer Center, Meditation Room, 16233 Sylvester Rd. S.W. Please contact Team Survivor Northwest at (206) 732-8350 for further information.
Hospice volunteer training — Highline Hospice is seeking caring and compassionate volunteers interested in working with terminally ill patients and their families. Volunteers provide patient support, caregiver respite, bereavement support or office assistance. Also in need of office volunteers to assist with filing and mailings. Contact Michele at 206-439-9095 or mfawcett-long@highlinemedical.org.

Religion

Transform Burien — Free clothing and non-perishable food. Sundays and Wednesdays, noon-2 p.m. 425 S.W. 144th St. Donations accepted. For information, contact (206) 244-1399 or transformburien.org.
Grace Lutheran Church — Free community dinner every second Tuesday, 5-6:30 p.m. 22975 24th Ave. S., Des Moines. The July dinner will be on July 9. Bring your family and friends. All are welcome.
Vacation Bible School --Des Moines United Methodist Church. At the Tuesday/Thursday evening sessions, July 16, 18, 23, 25, dinner will be provided for participants and their families, with activities from 6-7:30pm. The Sunday morning session, July 21, will be 9:30-11 a.m., starting during our worship service. Experience the love of Jesus, meet welcoming friends from the Bible, and reach out to our neighbors from Japan, Zimbabwe, United Kingdom, Australia and Mexico. 22225 9th Ave. S., Des Moines. 206-878-8301. desmoinesumc.org

Reunions

Highline High School Class of 1963 — Friday night social and silent auction. July 12, 6:30 p.m.-10 p.m. $10 at the door. Burien Elks Club, 14006 1st Ave. S, Burien.
Highline High School Class of 1963 — 50th Anniversary events. SCRAMBLE golf tournament. July 13, Riverbend Golf Course, 220 Fourth Ave. S, Kent. Contact Dick Goddard at (206) 948-9370 for complete details and payment information. Normandy Park Cove Reunion Dinner Party — Social hour 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., program/presentation of medallions 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., dancing 9:45 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Music by classmate Don Gardner and band. $50 each with advance payment. Semi-formal. Join us for a fun filled evening of reconnecting with classmates. July 13, 1500 SW Shorebrook Dr., Normandy Park. Ninth Annual Picnic ‘n the Park — July 14, 12 p.m.-6 p.m., lunch 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Auburn Game Farm Park, 3030 R Street SE, Auburn.
Evergreen High School Class of 1983 — Aug. 9, Seattle Airport Marriott. www.ReunionsWithClass.com
Mt. Rainier High School Class of 1968 — Aug. 16, Seattle Airport Marriott. www.ReunionsWithClass.com

Donations

Water District 20 — Water District 20 wishes to remind everyone that we are accepting donations of food and cash throughout the year on behalf of the White Center and Highline area food banks. 12606 1st Ave. S.

Senior Activities

Fernwood at the Park — Fernwood at the Park, an independent retirement community, will be hosting a number of independence-themed events during the weekend of July 5-7. Each event is free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted. Fernwood at the Park, www.fernwoodatthepark.com, is located at 17623 1st Avenue S. Let’s Talk Seniors - Selling Your Home — July 5, 2:30 p.m. Outward Bound Event — July 6, 8-10 a.m. Hawaiian Luau — July 7, 12:30 p.m.
Senior Rights Assistance — Volunteer specialists provide free legal and consumer information for persons over 55. Call (206) 448-5720.
Services, classes and social events are offered at:
Burien Senior Program — (206) 988-3700.
Des Moines Senior Activity Center — (206) 878-1642.
SeaTac Senior Program, North SeaTac Park Community Center — (206) 973-4680.
Tukwila Senior Citizen Center — (206) 767-2323.
Call for schedules and registration if required.

Library

Programs for all ages and interests are offered at:
Boulevard Park Library — (206) 242-8662.
Burien Library — (206) 243-3490.
Des Moines Library — (206) 824-6066.
Library Connection at Southcenter — (206) 242-6044.
Tukwila Library — (206) 242-1640.
Valley View Library — (206) 242-6044.
White Center — (206) 243-0233
Woodmont Library — (253) 839-0121.
Call for schedules and registration if required.

Parks and Recreation

Sports, arts and after-school programs are offered at:
Burien — (206) 988-3700.
Des Moines — (206) 870-6527.
Matt Griffin YMCA — (206) 244-5880.
SeaTac — (206) 973-4680.
Tukwila — (206) 768-2822.
Call for schedules and registration if required.

Museum of Flight

Special events, programs and activities weekly. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $18, seniors 65+ $14, youth 5-17 $9 and under 5 free. Group rates available. Free admission 5-9 p.m. on first Thursday of the month. 9404 E. Marginal Way S., Tukwila. For information, (206) 764-5720 or www.museumofflight.org.

Volunteers

Big Brothers and Big Sisters — Hang out, have fun and be a friend to a local child. Contact 877-700-BIGS, www.bbbsps.org, or text “BIG” to 839863.
Boeing Retiree Volunteers — Bluebills Heritage Chapter. Boeing retirees and spouses who give their talent and energy to help others. (206) 544-6286
Citizenship Classes — Burien. For information, call Mary Jane at (425) 369-3454.
City of Normandy Park — The city encourages all citizens to consider involving themselves actively in city government by serving on a city board or commission. Applications are available at City Hall or www.normandyparkwa.gov. For info call (206) 248-7603.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) — Train to become a volunteer advocate for abused and neglected children in court. Must be 21, have excellent references and attend 28 hours of training. For information and training dates, contact (206) 296-1120 or casa.group@kingcounty.gov.
Day Trip Driver Wanted — Are you fun, flexible, people-oriented and like to travel? Burien Senior Program is looking for responsible and experienced drivers for day trips throughout Western Washington. Call (206) 988-3700 for a volunteer application or stop by the Burien Community Center at 425 S.W. 144th St. to talk to the senior program director.
Franciscan Hospice — Give terminally ill patients and their families companionship and support as they face life’s final passage. To register for training or to obtain more information, call (253) 534-7050.
Foster Parents — For children who need a home in the Highline School District. Single, married or partnered, all races, all religions, work full time or stay at home, renters or homeowners. For information, contact Fostering Together at (866) 958-5437 or www.fosteringtogether.org
Steps Towards Becoming A Foster Parent — Free class for anyone interested in learning about becoming a foster parent. Childcare provided. Second Wednesday of the month, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave. S.W. For information, contact Marilynn Burton of Fostering Together at (253) 941-8298 or FosterLiaisonMarilynn@gmail.com.
Friend to Friend — Recruits and matches volunteers to visit one-on-one with residents in nursing homes, assisted living and retirement homes throughout the Puget Sound area. Each volunteer visits one resident a couple times a month at their convenience for a year. Application packet with preferences will be sent. For info contact 1(888) 383-7818 or marilyn@friendtofriendamerica.
Group Health Drivers — Transport frail, elderly members to and from medical appointments. Call (206) 326-2815.
Highline Community College Literacy Program — Volunteer 3-4 hours a week to help someone learn to read, write and speak English. For information about tutoring, call (878) 3710, ext. 3303.
Highline Historical Society — Volunteer caretakers needed to maintain a collection of artifacts, historical documents and photographs for displays and research purposes. Must be available to work a routine shift of at least three hours weekly. Training provided. For information, call Cyndi Upthegrove at (206) 246-6354.
Meals on Wheels — Visit www.seniorservices.org for current volunteer opportunities or call (206) 448-5767.
Read to Little Kids — Tuesdays 4-5 p.m. Grace Children’s Center, 22815 24th Ave. S. www.unitedwayofkingcounty.org/readers.
Ruth Dykeman Children’s Center — Help with yard maintenance, housekeeping, cleaning and painting. For information, call (206) 242-1698, ext. 116.
Saltwater State Park Store/Café — Office assistant, maintenance assistant, gardening assistant and store help with health card. Proceeds help support the park. For information, contact Kathy at (206) 529-0357 or saltwater@parks.wa.gov
Senior Shuttle Drivers — Burien/Highline or Des Moines/Normandy Park. Contact (206) 727-6262 or www.seniorservices.org
SHIBA HelpLine — Volunteers needed to educate, assist and advocate consumers about their rights and options regarding health insurance, health care access and prescription access. Professional training provided. For information, call (206) 727-6221.
Somali Community Services Coalition — Seeking volunteer tutors to work with Somali youth in after-school homework help program, Mondays and/or Wednesdays 4-6 p.m. Call Alison at (206) 431-5141 or email scsc.crc@gmail.com for more information.
South King County English Speakers — Help foreign students. For information, call Diane Cameron at Highline Community College at (206) 878-3710, ext. 3303.
StudyZone — Des Moines Library, 21620 11th Ave. S. Dedicated tutors to help elementary through high school students with their homework in the library. (206) 824-6066.
Tape Ministries Northwest – Seeking volunteers to help distribute Christian audio books for the blind and disabled nationwide, and is also looking for a volunteer bookkeeper for the ministry. If you know of someone who would qualify for our free services, or for more information about volunteering at our office in SeaTac, please call 206-243-7377. Tape Ministries Northwest is a 501(c)(3) charity. www.tapeministries.org
Talk Time Class Facilitators — Facilitate group discussions (conversational English classes for immigrants and refugees) on Monday and Tuesday from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Angle Lake Community Center in SeaTac beginning in April (8 week commitment). Training is provided. Contact CatH@literacysource.org or (206) 782-2050.
Valley View Library — Seeking two committed volunteers to conduct conversation classes for adults learning English this fall. The Talk Time program creates conversation practice, develops spoken fluency and gives adult learners a chance to learn about American culture. Volunteer commitment is one session for 2-3 hours per week. Training included. For information, contact Bruce Greeley at Valley View Library at (206) 242-6044, and visit www.kcls.org/forms/talktime/.
WestSide Baby — Collect, sort, clean and distribute diapers, clothing, toys, equipment and other essential items to meet the needs of children. 10032 15th Ave. S.W. Donations also accepted at B-Town Scoop in Olde Burien. For information,contact (206) 767-1662 or info@westsidebaby.org.

Ongoing

AARP Driver’s Safety Class — Held the first Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Daystar Retirement Village, 2615 S.W. Barton St. Call Daystar at (206) 937-6122, for more details.
B-Town Business Boosters — Business owners from Burien and the surrounding area are working together to grow our businesses through referrals. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Glen Acres Golf Club, 1000 S. 112th St. For info call Tamara at (866) 976-7141
Burien for Progress — For information, call (206) 350-7764.
Burien Breakfast Toastmasters — Second and fourth Thursdays, 7-8:15 a.m. Highline Schools ERAC Bldg, 15675 Ambaum Blvd SW. For info contact (206) 588-5088 or burienbreakfast.blogspot.com.
Burien Homeschooling Association — Meets at 7 p.m. Highline Christian Church, 14859 1st Ave. S., fourth Monday of the month. (206) 242-2820.
Burien White Center Rotary Meeting — Every Thursday at Angelo's Restaurant in Burien at noon. For info contact Tami Greene at (206) 579-9767.
Changes Parent Support Network Des Moines Chapter — Every Monday, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Grace Lutheran Church, 22975 24th Ave. S.
Fitness for Senior Hikers — Mondays, 8:45 a.m. For information, Matt Griffin YMCA at (206) 244-5880.
DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) — For information, call Carol Davis at (206) 824-2215.
DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) — Tillicum Chapter, founded in Des Moines, seeking family genealogical records, Washington state family histories, Bibles, books, periodicals or papers. For information, call Carol Davis at (206) 824-2215.
Daystar Toastmasters — Second and fourth Mondays, 12-1p.m. Daystar Retirement Village, Bldg 2, 2615 SW Barton St. For info contact (206) 932-6706 or daystarclub.freetoasthost.us.
Evergreen Community Aquatics Center — Come any weekday at 4:15 p.m. and try out free for Coach CG or Coach Joel. www.WhitewaterAquatics.com.
Exchange Club — Highline, 206-243-7220.
God’s Grace in Action — (206) 498-3783.
Grief Support Groups — Highline Medical Center, (206) 439-9095.
Jetsetters Toastmasters — First and third Wednesdays of each month, 12-1 p.m. 18000 Intl. Blvd. S across from SeaTac Airport. For info contact Roberta at (253) 529-8348 or robertamacdonald1@msn.com.
Kiwanis — Des Moines, (206) 878-8294.
Leading Knights Toastmasters — Wednesdays 7-8:30 p.m. Burien Elk's Lodge, 14006 1st Ave S. For info contact (206) 769-6824 or leadingknights.freetoasthost.info
League of Women Voters/King County South — (206) 243-7161.
Lion's Club — Burien (206) 244-3555; Des Moines, second and fourth Wednesdays. For information, janetyr@aol.com or (206) 244-3913.
Messies Anonymous — Meets weekly in Des Moines. For information, contact Elizabeth at (206) 248-2922.
Reiki Clinic — Second Tuesday, 10-12 p.m. Scheduled by half hour. Minimal donation is suggested. (206) 988-3700.
Rotary Clubs — Burien/White Center, (206) 433-1700. Des Moines, Wednesdays at noon, Landmark on the Sound, (206) 878-1380.
SeaTac Social Garden School — (206) 244-7523.
Solveig Lodge 31 Daughters of Norway — For information, call Judy at (206) 246-0430.
Soundwaves Toastmasters — First and third Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. Wesley Homes Admin Bldg, 21631 11th Ave S. For info contact (206) 661-4801 or soundwa.blogspot.com.
Specialty Skills Clinics — Year-round sports programs for children with special needs. Matt Griffin YMCA, 17874 Des Moines Memorial Drive. For information, (206) 244-5880.
Sunuppers Advanced Toastmasters — Second Saturday, 8-10 a.m. Anyone can visit but must be CC to join. For info (206) 588-5088 or sunuppers.freetoasthost.net/index.html.
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW) — Second Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Paralyzed Veterans of America Hall, 616 S.W. 152nd St., Burien. For information, contact Bob Hall at (206) 248-2300 or (206) 242-2767.
Wednesday Family Night — For information, (206) 244-9400.

Support/ Self Help

A.P.P.L.E. (A Positive Parenting Learning Experience) Parenting Class — For parents of children through age 8. Child care through age 8 available. Sponsored by South Seattle Community College. Thursdays 6:30-8:30 p.m. or Fridays 10 a.m.-noon. Tukwila. For information, (206) 764-5801.
Al Anon Open Meeting — Thursdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. Highline Specialty Campus Room, 256A 12844 Military Road S., Tukwila.
Al Anon Family Group — Wednesdays 1:15-2:45 p.m. Highline United Methodist Church, 13015 1st Ave S. Burien.
Al Anon Family Group — For family and friends of alcoholics. Mondays 6:30-7:30 p.m. Saltwater Unitarian Universalist Church, 25701 14th Pl. S.
Al Anon Family Group — Thursdays 6:15 p.m. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 19030 8th Ave S.
Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group — Highline Specialty Center. For information, call Janet Smith at (206) 363-5500.
Breast Cancer Patient Support — Trained breast cancer survivors offering free emotional support to the newly diagnosed, enhancing emotional recovery while going through treatments. For information, www.angelcarefoundation.org or (206) 417-3484.
Burien Homeschoolers Support — For information, (206) 242-2820.
“Changes” — A free program for parents of rebellious adolescents. For information, (888) 468-2620 or www.cpsn.org.
Compassionate Friends of Seattle/King County — For parents who have lost a child. For information, (206) 241-1139 or www.tcfseattle.org.
Divorce Care — Burien, (206) 241-0915; Des Moines, (206) 878-2460; SeaTac, (425) 430-9383.
Divorce Hurts — Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Burien Free Methodist Church, 520 S. 150th St. (206) 241-0915.
Fire Stoppers Program, Des Moines — South King Fire & Rescue helps families with children who have played with fire or deliberately set a fire, and helps families educate their children about fire safety. For information, (253) 946-7337.
Freedom in Sexual Addiction — For men only. A recovery group headed by Bob McKisney. Saturdays at 1:30-3 p.m. at the Three Tree Church, 16261 1st Ave., Burien or call (253) 245-4322.
Gamblers Anonymous — Sundays at 7p.m., Lake Burien Presbyterian Church, 15003 14th Ave SW or call 1 (888) GA-HELPS for a meeting nearest you.
Grief Support — Highline Home Health & Hospice. For information, call Ann Tamminen (206) 439-9095.
Overeaters Anonymous — For information, Ruby (206) 241-0433, or Jean (206) 243-1587.
PEPS — Program for Early Parent Support. For information, Dione (206) 547-8570, ext. 12.
POW! — “Proud Out and Wonderful.” Youth group that welcomes lesbians, gay, bisexual, questioning, intersex and allies. Wednesdays 4-6 p.m. For more information, contact Jennifer@navos.org or (206) 933-7236.
Self Help for Parent Support Group — For parents with troubled teens. For information, (206) 878-2460.
Survivors of Suicide — Support group that helps deal with the trauma and grief caused by a suicide. Second Tuesday of each month, 7-9 p.m., at St. Francis of Assisi parish, in the Parish Hall, 15226 21st Ave. S.W. For info (206) 244-8729.
TOPS 375 — Take Pounds Off Sensibly. For information, (206) 242-5947.
Widowed Information and Consultation Services (WICS) — For information, (206) 241-5650.
WINGS — Who Am I Now Grief Support for children/teens. For information, Allie, (206) 241-5650.