Upcoming events and announcements
Upcoming events and announcements
Fri, 12/26/2008
Christmas Events
Northminster Presbyterian Church
7706 25th Ave. N.W,
783-3402
Dec. 24, 5 p.m. Christmas Eve family service with Las Pasadas theme
Dec. 24, 10 p.m. Service of Lessons and Carols along the King's College, Cambridge pattern
Dec. 25, 10 a.m. Christmas morning service
Jan. 4, 4 p.m. Christmas carol and hymn sing
'Capture the unexpected'
Cancer Lifeline
6522 Fremont Ave. N.
832-1273
Through Dec. 24, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday by appt. An autumnal view of a Paris park. A curve of clouds over the Seattle skyline. A cluster of perfectly formed cherry blossoms. These moments in time have been preserved in photographs by three talented Northwest photographers, Rob Bramlett, Bruce Fleming and Wade Nixdorff, in "Capturing the Unexpected," Free.
Christmas Dinner
Phinney Neighborhood Association
525 N. 85th St.
297-0875
Dec. 25, doors open at 1 p.m., dinner at 2. Turkey and all the trimmings will be available for a suggested donation of $5 for members or $7 for nonmembers. RSVP's required by Dec. 22.
Emerald City Contras
schedule
Phinney Neighborhood Center
6532 Phinney Ave. N.
440-9839
http://seattledance.org/contra/emerald.city.html
Dec. 26: Small Pleasures (Vivian Williams, fiddle; Phil Katz, melodeons; Phil Williams, guitar).
Jan. 2: Celticladda (Randy Miller on fiddle, Tom Hodgson on guitar, and Eric Anderson on piano).
Jan. 9: Zollo - Cathie Whitesides (fiddle), Anita Anderson (piano), Nova Karina Devonie (accordion), and Christian Green (percussion) and Kimberly McKittrick will be calling.
Jan. 16: Rousing Beatrice - Brandy Driscoll, regional Scottish fiddling champ, joins with Clyde Curley (guitar) and Brad Reynolds (accordion, fiddle, whistle, and piano).
Jan. 23: Notatious - Vivian Williams (fiddle), Phil Williams (guitar/mandolin), Bonnie Zahnow (fiddle) and WB Reid (guitar/banjo-guitar).
Jan. 30: The Queen City Bulldogs - Armin Barnett (fiddle), David Cahn (fiddle), Molly Tenenbaum (banjo) and Dan Lockshon (guitar).
Feb. 6: Sono Hashisaki (fiddle), Phil Katz (melodions), and Jay Finkelstein (guitar).
New Year's
candlelight service
Kadampa Buddhist Temple
6556 24th Ave. N.W.
526-9565
Dec. 31, 5 - 6:30 p.m. Western Buddhist monk Gen Khedrub will give a short teaching on compassion and wisdom, then guide a meditation so that we can take the teaching deep into our hearts. All are welcome, refreshments afterward. Free, wheelchair accessible.
New Year's Eve Party
Salmon Bay Fraternal Order of Eagles
5216 20th Ave. N.W.
Dec. 31. $20 per person, $30 per couple. Dance music played by Fever, buffet, party favors and champagne toast at midnight. Join us for an evening of fun.
Good-bye 2008
Taj Yoga
9250 14th Ave. N.W., Room 2
782-9642
Dec. 31, 9 - 11:30 a.m. Cost: $30. Pre-registration required. Come say goodbye to last year with the "best of" moving yoga patterns of 2008. All levels.
Spa products benefit
Source Salon and Spa
5400 Leary Ave. N.W.
During December, 20 percent of the purchase of any retail item will benefit a local women's shelter. For more information email tiamc80@yahoo.com
Skandia Basics
Phinney Neighborhood Center
6532 Phinney Ave. N.
783-2244
Wednesdays, Jan. 7 - Feb. 4, 7:30 - 9 p.m. Members, $25/series; nonmembers, $35/series. Dance your way into the New Year in Skandia's Basics class.
Skandia Beyond Basics
Phinney Neighborhood Center
6532 Phinney Ave. N.
783-2244
Thursdays, Jan. 8 - Feb/ 5, 7:30 - 9 p.m. $6/night or $25/series for Skandia members, $8/night or $35/series for nonmembers. Elaine Mathies and Don Meyers will teach three dances from three different parts of Sweden. Please try to attend the entire series.
Glassblowing
artbyfire Gallery
5465 Leary Ave. N.W.
789-1490
Jan. 10, 5 - 9 p.m. Join us in the studio to make your very own blown glass "snowball." It just takes only 10 to 15 minutes to make your masterpiece. Ages 7 and up welcome Space is limited so call 789-1490.
Hybrid
Center of Contemporary Art
6413 Seaview Ave. N.W.
Through Jan. 14. Artists include Eric Franklin, Holly Senn, Kim McKenna, Lisa Jacoby, Jenevive Tatiana, Liz Haley, Barry Maxwell, Anna Plesset, Counsel Langley, BK Tran, Madeline Courtney, and Sarah Ohman. Opening reception: Dec. 11, 5 - 10 p.m. featuring performances by Iyeoka and Seattle's National Poetry Slam Team Champions.
Meditation on the inner light
NW Senior Center
5429 32nd Ave. N.W.
Jan. 18 at 12:30 p.m. Learn the history, art and practice of meditation; it's basic concept is the positive interaction between your inner self and everyday life. Free childcare available along with a delightful vegetarian meal served after the class. RSVP to 362-7138.
'Norwegian Seattle' signing
Ballard Public Library
5614 22nd Ave. N.W.
Jan. 22, 6:30 p.m. Kristine Leander, author of "Norwegian Seattle" is a third-generation Scandinavian-American with first-hand experience living and studying in Norway. Contact Suzanne at 789-5006 for more information.
Yoga Day
The Phinney Yoga House
6615 Dayton Ave. N.
Jan. 24 and 25, 9 p.m. - 3 p.m. Free classes all weekend, geared to various experience levels. Go to the events page at www.phinneyyoga.com for more info on class schedule.
Crab feed and
silent auction
Leif Erikson Hall
2245 N.W. 57th St.
783-1274
Jan. 24, starting at 6 p.m. Advance tickets $25 for adults, $12 for students and children under 12. Join us for our annual crab feed scholarship fundraiser dinner and dance. Miles from Chicago, a fantastic jazz, blues, rock band will be playing. Dinner includes Dungeness crab or Cornish game hen, baked potato, coleslaw, garlic bread, beverage, and dessert auction. Bring your own picks and crab crackers.
'Knitting along the
Viking trail'
Nordic Heritage Museum
3014 N.W. 67th St.
Feb. 7 - 9.
World renowned Swedish knitter Elsebeth Lavold will open her exhibit "Knitting Along the Viking Trail," running through April 5. In conjunction with the opening, she will teach 3 days of workshops from Feb. 7 to 9. For information on how to register, go to www.nordicmuseum.org
Volunteer for
after school tutoring
B.F. day Elementary School
3921 Linden Ave. N.
Tuesdays and Thursdays through March, 3 - 4:15 p.m. Tutor grades 1 through 5 in homework, reading and math. All materials provided. Abilities needed: basic reading, writing, math, mentoring attitude, Spanish helpful. Training available. Service learning credit given. Contact Beth Tesh at 252-6048, bltesh@seattleschools.org.
Nordic Knitting
Conference
Nordic Heritage Museum
3014 N.W. 67th St.
789-5707
March 13-15. Internationally-acclaimed knitting experts from around Scandinavia and the U.S. will lead the three-day conference that is expected to draw hundreds of knitters from around the world.
Give the gift of mobility
Become a volunteer driver with Senior Services Transportation Program. Our program is flexible - you drive your own vehicle and choose the weekdays, times and areas in which you'd like to drive. We offer mileage reimbursement and supplemental liability insurance. For more information call 748-7588 or 1-800-282-5815, email melissat@seniorservices.org, or apply online atwww.seniorservices.org/vts/vts.htm.
Seeking singers
The Market Street Singers, a Ballard community choir, invites choral singers to join us for the winter into spring season, culminating in our fifth anniversary concert in May. Fun and satisfying, call 297-3228 or visit www.marketstreetsingers.org.
Big Brothers
Big Sisters
Becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister is a fun and easy way to make a big difference in your community. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound has several program options that you can choose to fit your schedule and interests. All you have to do is hang out, have fun, and be a friend to a local child. For more information, text the word "BIG" to 839863 or go to www.bbbsps.org.
Fremont Toastmasters Club
Fremont Baptist Church
717 N. 36th St.
Come learn how to increase your confidence in speaking. We meet every Wednesday morning 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. (Toastmasters is not a religious organization.) For information call 347-3352 or visit http://fremonttm.freetoasthost.net/index.html
Market Street Singers
The Market Street Singers, a Ballard community choir, invites choral singers to join us for an exciting fall and holiday season. Call 297-3228 now to make this group your musical home, or go to www.marketstreetsingers.org.
Barneleikarringen
Leif Erikson Hall
2245 N.W. 57th St.
783-1274
Barneleikarringen, our children's and family dance group, meets Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Snacks are provided after rehearsal. Bring your children or grandchildren for an hour of good exercise and fun.
'Let's talk Norwegian'
Leif Erikson Hall
2245 N.W. 57th St.
783-1274
Various times, call Inger Johanne at 542-6272 for more information.
Norwegian classes
Nordic Heritage Museum
3014 N.W. 57th St.
Classes starting now. For more information contact Edward Egerdahl, at 425-771-5203, or e-mail scandina@SLIseattle.com.
'The Dream of America'
Nordic Heritage Museum
3014 N.W. 67th St.
"The Dream of America" exhibit is an interactive path that traces the journey of a Nordic immigrant from Scandinavia to Ellis Island, and into the American frontier. The Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sundays 12 - 4 p.m. Admission: $6 adults, $5 seniors and college students, $4.00 students K-12, children under 5 free.
Greenwood
Toastmasters
Romio's Pizza and Pasta
8523 Greenwood Ave.
Tuesday nights, 7 - 9 p.m. Come find out how to better organize your thoughts into words and speak with confidence. For more information call Peter Jones at 362-9562 or visit www.chamberclub540.com
Dental Hygiene Care
for seniors
Ballard Northwest Senior Center
5429 32nd Ave. N.W.
1st and 3rd Fridays at 1 p.m. Oral healthcare, screenings, education and preventive care. Discounted fee-based services. Education and screenings are free.
Emotions Anonymous
St. Paul's Church
6512 12th Ave. N.W., Room 1
Emotions Anonymous, a 12-Step group, meets every Saturday at 6 p.m. For more information call James at 467-9027 or visit www.emotionsanonymous.org.
Volunteer positions open
Foss Home and Village
13023 Greenwood Ave. N.
Be a shopping trip escort from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., a gift shop associate from 1 to 3 p.m., social hour assistant from 3 to 5 p.m. and 2 to 3 p.m., in-house beauty shop escort 10 a.m. to noon or afternoons 1 to 4 p.m., or by engaging in annual projects like the auction, the bazaar, or mailing parties. For more information call Carolyn Fuson at 834-2586.
Ballard Eagles
Drill Team
920-8545
Now recruiting. We strive to provide self confidence, personal pride and good sportsmanship. We need to get new members soon, otherwise the team that was founded in 1961 by Ann Thompson, could soon be a thing of the past. For more information go to www.ballardeaglesdrillteam.com.
Pledge of Allegiance
contest
VFW Post #3063
2812 N.W. Market St.
781-8090
First and third Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. School age children are invited to come in and recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Each participant will receive $10 plus a framed copy of the pledge.
North End Flower Club
St. John United Lutheran Church
5515 Phinney Ave. N.
On the first Friday, September - June, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. we will be welcoming prospective members. Programs are horticulture and flower design speakers. Annual membership is $20, catered lunch $10 at each meeting. Call Velva at 324-0803.
Lifelong Recreation
Fall classes for seniors start Oct. 6. Registration is happening now, call 233-7138.
Aerobics: Mondays 9-10 a.m. $24, Ballard Community Center 6020 28th Ave. N.W.
Lifelong conditioning: Fridays 8:30-9:30 a.m. $30, Ballard Community Center 6020 28th Ave. N.W.
Circuit training: Tues or Thurs 9-10 a.m. $30/ 1 day a wk, Loyal Heights Community Center 2101 N.W. 77th St.
Court appointed
special advocates needed
www.metrokc.gov/kcsc/depcasa.htm
Train to become a volunteer advocate for abused and neglected children. Must be 21, have excellent references and attend 28 hours of training. For more information call 296-1120 or email casa.group@kingcounty.gov
Volunteers Needed
Ballard Ecumenical Ministry
7706 25th Ave. N.W.
Come be a part of our small, personal shelter that is helping homeless adults avoid the streets. Be an evening companion from 5 to 9 p.m., an overnight host from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. or cook a meal, do laundry or drive. For more information call John Skans at 782-7250 or Kay Glasscock at 784-3789.
Donation drop off
has moved
Sunset Bowl Parking Lot
1420 N.W. Market St.
"The Big Blue Truck" has moved to the old Sunset Bowl parking lot. Open 7 days a week 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Donations are tax deductible and support Northwest Center, www.nwcenter.org (800) 992-2060. Also we are looking for a permanent location. If any business would consider hosting please contact Denise Small at 691-2588.
Interspiritual
children's classes
Interfaith Community Church
1763 N.W. 62nd St.
783-1618
Sunday, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Classes focus on the Oneness of God, the Oneness of Religion, and the Oneness of Humankind offered for children ages three through twelve. Parents may attend classes with the children, participate in the morning worship, or enjoy a cup of tea in the Fellowship Hall.
Preschool Teacher Needed
Loyal Heights Community Center
2101 N.W. 77th St.
684-4052
We are currently looking for an experienced preschool teacher to start this fall. Please call Melissa or Chris at 684-4052 to schedule an interview.
Back to school
donation drive
Host a Back-to-School donation drive and help a foster child start the school year off right. We'll provide everything you need to collect donations and raise money. Get started by going to www.treehouseforkids.org or call 267-5109 to sign up.
Send our community's foster kids back to school with confidence - in clothes that fit and feel great.
Early Stage
Memory Loss
Program
Greenwood Senior Center
525 N. 85th St.
297-0875
First and third Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. - noon, ongoing. Each month, one meeting will focus on coping with memory problems, family communication, and other areas of concern and the other meeting will encourage expression through form and color. Call Carin Mack at 297-0875 for information.
Neighborhood Book Drive
Briar Patch Books
1417 N.W. 70th St.
Briar Patch Books is sponsoring a book drive benefiting Page Ahead, a local organization promoting literacy by giving new books to low-income children. For more information, call 206-595-3240.
Japanese Language Class
Ballard Northwest Senior Center
5429 32nd Ave. N.W.
297-0403
Mondays, 12:30 - 2 p.m. New class offered, all levels welcome. Taught by an American who spent over twenty years in Japan. $5 per class.
Peace Discussion Group
Greenwood Senior Center
525 N. 85th St.
297-0875
1st Tuesdays, 1 - 2 p.m. Free. Join us for an in depth discussion on war and peace issues. For information call 297-0875.
Men's Club
Greenwood Senior Center
525 N. 85th St.
297-0875
2nd and 4th Tuesday each month, 9 - 10:30 a.m. Suggested donation: $3/PNA member, $5/Non-member. Get together with other men to socialize, discuss issues, hear speakers, take part in outside activities and gather information on a variety of interesting topics. Refreshments served. For information call 297-0875.
Can Can, the Game of Creation
Greenwood Senior Center
525 N. 85th St.
297-0875
2nd and 4th Thursdays, 1 - 3 p.m. Free. This brand new game, is a challenging right brain exercise and great for overall brain health. Come on by to learn how to play this entertaining and creative game of colors and shapes.
D'vorah Kost
Greenwood Senior Center
525 N. 85th St.
297-0875
Thursdays, 4 - 5 p.m. All the benefits that one can derive from yoga, including improved flexibility, strength, balance and peace of mind, can be accomplished while sitting in a chair, and standing as able, using the chair back for balance as necessary. Fee: $4/ member, $5/non-member
Yoga
Greenwood Senior Center
525 N. 85th St.
297-0875
Thursdays, 2:30 - 3:45 p.m. This class is appropriate for experienced yoga students, as well as for beginners who are able to transition to and from sitting or lying on the floor. The form of yoga taught is a variation of Viniyoga, emphasizing adaptation of postures to accommodate your body's needs. Fee: $4/ member, $5/non-member
Chair Yoga
Ballard Northwest Senior Center
5429 32nd Ave. N.W.
297-0403
Thursdays, 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. $5 per class. All abilities are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat and extra towel for padding.
Taproot Theatre's
Acting Studio
204 N. 85th St.
781-9705
The summer camps feature everything from Shakespeare, Musical Theatre, the Art of Comedy, and even Acting for the Camera. Call with questions or to register.
New Passport Hours
Ballard Neighborhood Service Center
5604 22nd Ave. N.W.
Open Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Naturally Occurring
Retirement Communities
Greenwood Senior Center
525 N. 85th St.
297-0875
NORCs', Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities', is a demographic term to describe neighborhoods or buildings in which a large segment of the residents are older adults. For more information call Cecily Kaplan, at 297-0875 or email Cecily@greenwoodseniorcenter.org.
Overeaters Anonymous
St. Paul's Church of Christ
6512 12th Ave. N.W.
260-5045
Meetings: Sundays 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays 6:30 p.m., Thursdays 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. For information, call Sharon at 783-0500 or Randi at 362-3847.
Kadampa Meditation Center
6556 24th Ave. N.W.
526-9565
Daytime General Program Fridays, noon - 1 p.m. This general program class is open to everyone and provides a basic introduction to Buddhist teachings and meditations. $10/$5 for students and unemployed.
Story Tellers Group
Ballard Northwest Senior Center
5429 32nd Ave. N.W.
297-0403
Tuesdays at 1 p.m. in the upstairs conference room. Do you enjoy sharing stories with others and listening to some great tales too? Come and be a part of this fun new self-run group.
Care Giving For Memory Loss Group
Ballard Northwest Senior Center
5429 32nd Ave. N.W.
297-0403
First and third Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. Do you have a family member with memory loss or with some form of dementia? Join us to learn more about it, to discuss the challenges and to share ideas and resources.
New Book Club
Epilogue Books
2001 N.W. Market St.
297-2665
Epilogue Books is hosting a new book club. Members will choose one book to read and then meet one evening a month to discuss it. Sign up by phone or online.
Free Bike Racks
for Businesses
Are you a Ballard business looking for a free bike rack in front of your establishment? Or do you know of a business that does not have a bike rack out front? Contact Dave Janis of the Bicycle Alliance at 224-9252 Ext. 302 or Davej@bicyclealliance.org. We want people to drive less... let's give them a place to secure their bikes.
Donations Needed
Ballard Food Bank
7001 24th Ave. N.W.
The Ballard Food Bank is in need of men's clothing that is now in short supply. Items needed include pants, shirts, shoes and other clothing items. Call 789-7800.
Men's Club
Greenwood Senior Center
525 N. 85th St.
297-0875
Second Tuesday each month, 9 - 10:30 a.m. Join facilitator Joseph Raineri and get together with other men to socialize, discuss issues, hear speakers, take part in outside activities and gather information on a variety of interesting topics. Refreshments served. Suggested donation: $3/PNA member, $5/Non-member.
Leif Erikson Hall
2245 N.W. 57th St.
783-1274
Calling all kids. We have about 100 Sons of Norway Heritage Members 16 years of age and younger. Free program. What we need are individuals, families, and/or friends who can plan an event and share their love of Norwegian Culture and Heritage. To register yourself or a child for Heritage Member go to the membership section of our website www.leiferiksonlodge.com print the form and send it in to Minneapolis.
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.: Barneleikarringen, Norwegian/Scandinavian dance class for the kids.
Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.: Leikarringen, Norwegian dance class for those over 16.
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Norna Ladies meet for handwork.
Seniors Luncheon
The Salvation Army Temple
9501 Greenwood Ave. N.
On Tuesdays at 11, come in for a variety program and lunch at noon. $3 donation. Reservations encouraged, 783-1225.
Second Saturday Art Walk
Second Saturday of the month, 6 to 9 p.m. Come visit local businesses in on and around Market Street to see some of the best talent that Ballard has to offer. Stop by the Ballard Chamber (or participating businesses) to pick up a map for the event.
Helping the Homeless
The Ballard "Homeless Project" is accepting donations to assist people living on the streets. Checks with "Homeless Project" written on the purpose line can be sent to: Ballard Food Bank, 7001 24th Ave. N.W., Seattle, WA 98117; Our Redeemer's Lutheran Church, 2400 N.W. 855th St., and Trinity United Methodist Church, 6512 23rd Ave. N.W., Seattle, WA 98117. The food bank is also accepting non-perishable food, clothes, sleeping bags and personal hygiene products. Clothing is being collected at Mars Hill Church, 706-6641 and St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 784-3119.
14th Avenue Visioning Project
Blowing Sands Glass
5801 14th Ave. N.W.
953-3940
Meetings held on the third Thursday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m., open to the public.
36th District Republicans
Magnolia United Church of Christ
3555 W. McGraw St.
779-0731
The 36th District Republicans (representing Ballard, Magnolia and Queen Anne) meet the fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.
Sustainable Ballard
Sustainable Ballard meetings are on the fourth Monday of the month, 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Hill Community Club. Visit www.sustainableballard.org or call 789-7646.
Northminster Presbyterian Church
Northminster Presbyterian Church
7706 25th Ave N.W.
783-3402
Community Night is every Wednesday, 6-9 p.m. A simple dinner is served followed workshops and youth activities. Call for each week's topics.
50-Plus Singles
Denny's
904 N. 155th St.
A social club for single people age 50 and older meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m. Activities include dances, walks, theatre, potlucks, dining etc. Call 282-9017 or 364-2977.
Kiwanis Club
Louie's Cuisine of China
5100 15th Ave. N.W.
Thursdays at noon. The Kiwanis is an international organization dedicated to helping children. For more information, please call 364-0848, or e-mail AWGoody@aol.com.
Guitar Circle
Trinity United Methodist Church
6512 23rd Ave. N.W.
Monday evenings starting at 8 p.m. A 10-acoustic guitar performance will be held in the Seattle Circle. Call 789-8481 for information. Donations accepted.
Rotary Club
Anthony's Home Port
6135 Seaview Ave. N.W.
The Ballard Rotary meets Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m. Ballard Rotary is a local service club making a difference in the community. Prospective new members are always welcome. Call 386-9598 or e-mail dwm245@msn.com.
Saturday Soup Kitchen
Volunteers Needed
Trinity United Methodist Church
6512 23rd Ave. N.W.
Volunteers needed for Saturday soup kitchen held at Trinity United in Ballard from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For more information go to www.tumseattle.com.
Donate to the Needy
The Fallen Brothers delivers food to feeding programs in Ballard, is accepting donations of food, clothing and any usable household items at the Key Bank on Holman Road. Visit www.fallen-brothers.org for more information.
Leif Erikson
Foundation
2245 N.W. 57th St.
778-1081
The Leif Erikson International Foundation is still accepting names to inscribe on the rune stones at a cost of $125 each.
The deadline for calendar submissions is Friday at noon for the following Wednesday's publication. E-mail items to jackieh@robinsonnews.com.
