September 24
Report Gaza--In May 2010, a nine-member medical delegation from Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility traveled to Gaza to serve and learn. Please join us for a presentation by Gerri Haynes on the current political and humanitarian crisis and hopes for the future. 7 p.m. St. Francis of Assisi Church 15236 21st Ave. S.W.

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.

September 28
Southwest Guild of the Seattle Art Museum Meeting--"A Bunch for Brunch" 10:30 a.m. Guests are welcome to the next monthly meeting at the Normandy Park Cove, 1500 S.W. Shorebrook Dr. Coffee is served at 10 a.m. light brunch served after the lecture. For info 206-246-3484.

October 2
Food Drive-Donations can be dropped off at Burien Albertsons, 15840 1st Ave. S. or Grocery Outlet, 236 S.W. 152nd St. or drop off anytime at Prudential Northwest Realty Associates, 127 S.W. 156th St. Sponsored by Prudential Northwest Realty Associates. 206-244-6400.

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 9
Stewards of the Cove in Normandy Park--Various activities to care for the area along Miller/Walker Creeks. Meet at the Sound in Normandy Park at 9-11:30 a.m. For info 253-657-2186 or email Gary Gaebler gary.l.gaebler@boeing.com.

October 13
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.

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/

October 16
Miller Creek at the Southwest Suburban Sewer District--The first stewardship event at this new restoration project. The Sewer District will scrape the ivy off the stream banks so all you have to do is show up to plant the trees and shrubs! 9-12 p.m. For info 206-296-1909 or email Dennis Clark dennis.clark@kingcounty.gov.

October 22
Book Signing--Burien Books, 824 S.W. 152nd St. 1-3 p.m. Reading and book signing for a former local resident Joy Shayne Laughter."Yu: a Ross Lamos Mystery" is a fiction set in a Seattle like city. Free event, light refreshments will be served.

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
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
Mount Rainier Class of 70--October 1. Holiday Inn, Des Moines. www.reunionsunlimited.com.

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

Bash for the Blind--Burien/White Center Lions Club is sponsoring the 3rd annual Bash for the Blind at Mick Kelly's Irish Pub, 435 S.W. 152nd St. Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. All proceeds help people who are blind or sight impaired in the Burien/White Center area. For info 206-242-1700 or www.burienlions.org.

Hospitality House Walk to Stomp Out Homelessness-Sept. 25, 10 a.m. 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.

Presbyterian Women Auction and Dinner-Oct. 9. 6 p.m. Lake Burien Presbyterian Church, 15003 14th Ave. S.W. Silent auction will feature Washington Centennial Quilt and painting by well-known Pacific Northwest artist Margorie Fogelstedt. $12.50 for adults, $6 for children 12 and under. Dinner is by reservation only. Contact Gerry Flaten, 206-933-6791, by Oct. 4.

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 handcrafted items, unique gifts and commercial products. For info 206-973-4680.