Seattle City Council launches new resource site
For those struggling to pay the bills in the slow economy, Seattle City Council has implemented a new Web site stacked with resources for coping with the recession.
The Web site, Recession Resources for Seattle Residents, connects users to information and various sources regarding health care, housing and job training. The site also includes links that can help one deal with their debt.
"Our goal is to make it easier for Seattle residents to find the help they need, and find it quickly," Council President Richard Conlin said. "Hopefully, these resources will make what is a difficult time for many people just a little less stressful."
The idea of the site is to increase the accessibility of existing resources. A search through the site reveals users can access information on several topics, including child care and food assistance, retirement funds and foreclosures.
"We know that people are hurting," said Conlin, "and we're determined to provide the greatest possible service to our constituents, especially during this difficult time."
Hygiene hero
Queen Anne resident Patricia Doyle, was recently honored as a "Hygenist Hero" by the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) and Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Products Division of McNeil-PPC, Inc.
Doyal was one of 10 individuals chosen nationwide in recognition of her service to your community's oral health.
Dental hygienists are often the first and last professionals to speak with patients about the importance of preventative oral care including the essentials of a complete daily oral care regimen that encompasses brushing, flossing and rinsing.
Doyle started her service years ago when she begin volunteering at Harborview Medical Center's Mental Health Service Outpatient Program.
She recognized that oral healthcare was an unmet need among people suffering from long-term, chronic mental illness.
At Harborview and in private practice with her brother, Doyly provided clinical service to these patients, and took her advocacy beyond the clinical setting.
Doyle has been an advocate for public sector dental services for those unable to afford private care and, as an affiliate instructor at the University of Washington, has taught dental students and practicing professionals about dentistry and psychiatric disorders.
Doyle has reached out to hundreds of people. "But it's not about the numbers," she says, "it's about helping one person at a time."
Boat World Marina
expansion
Despite small lags due to the downtrend economy, Boat World Marina's remodeled and expanded marina is easing into the summer months with hardly any slips left.
"The whole industry is taking it on the chin. I think we're fortunate in Seattle that there's still a large contingency of boat owners and there's a limited inventory of fresh water slips on Lake Union, though we've definitely felt it," said Deke Jones, marine division manager.
Perhaps because of its location, Boat World Marina at 2450 Westlake Ave. N completed an expansion project this March, after starting the process five years ago.
The recreational marina for private boat owners can now accommodate 60 to 100 foot boats after the remodel. Fourteen new 60-foot slips were added, bringing the capacity to 130, and the dock was extended 500 feet.
Because many marinas were built before boats were built bigger and wider, the marina before this expansion was not able to accommodate certain vessels.
"We have to react to market demand and accommodate boat owners," Jones said.
Currently, there are three 60-foot slips available at the marina.
Seattle Boat Show back at Shilshole Bay Marina
After five years, the Seattle Boat Show returns to Shilshole Bay Marina, which underwent a $78 million renovation starting in 2004.
This summer show features more than 150 boats and yachts, which can be viewed from the safety of the shore or in the water. There will also be a tent where attendees can check out gear and electronics.
The S.S. Minnow-the actual boat from Gilligan's Island-will also be available for viewing, with the possibility of winning a three-hour tour.
The event starts Aug. 6 and runs until Aug. 9 at Shilshole Bay Marina, at 7001 Seaview Ave. N. W. Tickets-$10 for adults and $5 for youth-can be purchased online on seattleboatshow.com.
Opera academy offers new show
The Seattle Academy of Opera presents Accademia d'Amore 2009, which has an established track record for training musicians in the subtle art of 17th-century vocal performance and instrumental accompaniment.
Its attendees have gone on to successful careers in baroque opera in Europe, the United States, and Canada.
Artistic Director Stephen Stubbs has assembled a distinguished faculty for the Accademia d'Amore in Seattle including Nancy Zylstra (voice); Grant Herreid, Roger Hyams and Anna Mansbridge (stage direction); Maxine Eilander (harp and continuo); Jillon Stoppels Dupree (harpsichord and continuo); and Margriet Tindemans (viola da gamba and continuo).
The Accademia d'Amore will conclude its workshop with opera scenes displaying the talents of the students and faculty.
More than 40 singers and instrumentalists will present works by Charpentier, Steffani, Purcell, Cavalli and others.
The performances take place at 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 22 at the E.E. Bach Theatre in McKinley Hall, 3307 3rd Ave. W. on the Seattle Pacific University campus.
Tickets are $15 general admission and $10 for seniors and students. Tickets are available through Brown Paper Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/73398 or telephone 1-800-838-3006 and also at the door.[[In-content Ad]]
