Weekly Calendar
Mon, 03/07/2011
Art
Shelli Park-Burien artist who works in oil and also sumi ink/soft pastel on paper. Artwork on display at Normandy Park City Council Chambers, 801 S.W. 174th St. March 7-April 15. Sponsored by Normandy Park Arts Commission with financial contribution from commission member Robert Frey.
Exhibits
Highline Historical Society-- "Burien Families at Work and Play." Vintage photos showcase both business and leisure activities of Burien residents over the past century. Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave. S.W. Through April 30. Free. Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m.- 8 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Theater
Breeders Theater-"West," follows the fortunes of two Norwegian immigrant families from World War I to the start of the Great Depression. Written by T.M. Sell. March 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26 with doors open at 6:30 p.m. and show starting at 7 p.m. Sunday matinees March 13 and 20 with doors open at 1:30 p.m. and show at 2 p.m., E.B. Foote Winery, 127-B S.W. 153rd St. Tickets, $20, available at winery, 206-242-3852 or Corky Cellars, 22511 Marine View Dr., 206-824-9462.
March 11
Book Launch Event-"Arete Again-Missional Adventures in Theology and Life." The Rev. Dr. Tobin E. Wilson. Lake Burien Presbyterian Church, 15003 14th Av. S.W. 6:30 p.m. Tickets and info at 206-242-6023.
Cove to Clover--Pub Crawl, 5th & 152nd S.W. March 11, 6 p.m.- 12 a.m. St Patrick's Day traditions. Benefits local food bank, schools and women's shelter. Register Highline Athletic Club, Mick Kelly's, Burien Press, The Tin Room, 909 and Elliot Bay Brewery or www.covetoclover.com, 206-795-9586
Rummage Sale Donation--Hi-Liners are accepting donations of gently used items for fundraising rummage sale. Drop of donations at Burien Community Center Annex, 425 S.W. 144th St between 4-8 p.m. 206-617-2152
March 12
Cove to Clover--Celtic Folk Fair, 5th & 152nd S.W. March 12 12-6 p.m. and March 13, 12-5 p.m. St Patrick's Day traditions. Benefits local food bank, schools and women's shelter. Register Highline Athletic Club, Mick Kelly's, Burien Press, The Tin Room, 909 and Elliot Bay Brewery or www.covetoclover.com, 206-795-9586
Rummage Sale--Burien Community Center Annex, 425 S.W. 144th St., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Support the Hi-Liners 206-617-2152
Town Hall Forum--34th Legislative District Town Hall Forum. Sen. Sharon Nelson, Rep. Eileen Cody and Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon. 10-11:30 a.m. High Point Community Center, 6920 34th Ave S.W. West Seattle.
March 13
Cove to Clover--5K and Wee Race 5th & 152nd S.W. March 13, 1-1:40 p.m. St Patrick's Day traditions. Benefits local food bank, schools and women's shelter. Register Highline Athletic Club, Mick Kelly's, Burien Press, The Tin Room, 909 and Elliot Bay Brewery or www.covetoclover.com, 206-795-9586.
Sustainable Burien--Dottie Harper House, 4th S.W. and S.W. 146th St. 2 p.m.
March 16
Networking Breakfast--Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce. 7-9 a.m. Holiday Inn, 17338 Intl. Blvd. $17 pre-paid, $20 at the door. For infoswkingcowa.usachamber.com/custom2.asp? pagename=calendar&a=view&eid=55688
March 18
South Sound Shootout--Charity 3 point shootout and 3 on 3 adult basketball tournament. Benefits Mark Johnson Foundation. Open to all ages. Winner get autographed pair of Nike shoes. $20 per player. South Sound Athletics, 2450 S. 142nd St.
March 23
FBI agent speaks on terrorism--Supervisor Special Agent Tony Torres to speak of terrorism in the U.S. at the Burien Lions Club meeting. Angelo's Restaurant, 601 S.W. 153rd. Lunch $15, public is welcome.
March 24
Business After Hours--Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce. 5-7 p.m. Clarion Hotel, 3700 E. Valley Rd, Renton. Free admission, food, drinks. RSVP required swkingcowa.usachamber.com/custom2.asp?pagename=calendar&a=view&eid=74044
Matt Griffin YMCA
3595 S. 188th St
206-787-1176
Bilingual Play 'N Learn (Spanish)--Mondays, 2-3 p.m. Play groups are organized for young children 0-5 years and the people who take care of them. Register at 206-244-5880. Free to the community.
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.
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. United Church of Christ, 19247 1st Ave S. For info 206-824-1770.
Transform Burien-Free clothing and non-perishable food. Sundays and Wednesdays. Noon- 2 p.m. 425 S.W. 144th St. Donations accepted. For information, 206-244-1399. transformburien.org.
Fundraisers
Highline Schools Foundation for Excellence-Hands around Highline Passport Book. Great deals at local restaurants and businesses. 206-248-5196 or www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org
Old Clothes = New Opportunities--Clean out your closets and drop off your reusable clothing and household items to "The Big Blue Truck" donation station. Conveniently located at the Top Food & Drug on 20th Ave S, Monday through Sunday from 9-5p.m. For a complete list of items accepted visit www.bigbluetruck.org (800) 992-2060. Donations are tax deductible. Donors receive a $3 off coupon to Value Village.
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.