United Indians event
United Indians of All Tribes Foundation will host a benefit concert at Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center 6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30 to raise funds and awareness for the organization's 40th anniversary celebration scheduled for March 2010. Talented performers from all over Indian Country will perform, as United Indians kicks off its activities to commemorate the historic takeover of Ft. Lawton.
Fry Bread and refreshments will be available for sale. Confirmed Musical Guests: Pura Fe Crescioni, Star Nayea, Daisy Chain Band. Daybreak Start Indian Cultural Center, 3801 W. Government Way. Cost is $15 in advance, $20 day of show. For more information call Norine Hill at 206-829-2206.
American Red Cross is Recruiting
ReserveCorps Volunteers
This year there is the potential for significant flooding in the Green River Valley so the American Red Cross Serving King & Kitsap Counties is looking for individuals to become trained now as a ReserveCorps shelter volunteer so they will be ready to respond during flood season. For more information about becoming a ReserveCorps please visit our web site at www.seattleredcross.org or call 206-726- 3566 or 360-377-3761. Volunteers must submit an online application before attending the free, day-long shelter training. A free background check will be part of the training. ReserveCorps shelter classes will be held on Oct. 17 and Nov. 14.
Queen Anne Halloween Street Food & Farm Fair
Kids and adults, get your treats on Crockett Street this Halloween, from 3 to 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31. Vendors include Maximus Minimus (the big mobile pig), Skillet, Muse Coffee Co. and Parfait Ice Cream. Stock up on apples, squash, kale, garlic, onions, and more at our farm stalls, including Local Roots Farm, Sidhu Farm, and Baird Orchards. Enter our adult costume contest. Enjoy music by the Blair Street Mugwumps. This event is a fundraiser for the nonprofit Queen Anne Farmers Market. More info at www.qafma.org.
The Magnolia Circle
offers pet bereavement support to anyone needing it. If you are experiencing feelings of loss surrounding the illness or death of a beloved animal companion, please join the Circle at 2:30 p.m., every third Saturday of every month in the Dunes Room of the Magnolia Community Center at 2550 34th Ave. W. Call 206-369-6666 or e-mail meta_arts@earthlink.net for more information.
Magnolia's Climate Action Day!
Donate to buy trees and then help plant them in Discovery Park on Oct. 24. The goal is to plant 350 trees! Oct. 24 is a world-wide, day of action to let all of our leaders know we need to take strong measures to reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Find out more about this project on our website www.sustainablemagnolia.org. To donate and/or plant, contact 350@sustainablemagnolia.org.
City to meet about human services
Agencies that serve people on limited incomes can learn how to save money themselves during the Utility Assistance Summit sponsored by the City of Seattle's Human Services Department and other city organizations. The event will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 20 at the Rainier Community Center at 4600 38th Ave. S. Call 206-284-0272 or visit www.seattle.gov/humanservices/ for more information.
Magnolia Troop 85 Recruiting
Troop 85 is recruiting for new scouts ages 11 to 18. For more information contact Scoutmaster Tom McKoy 206-284-9076.
Crab Feed to help sight/hearing impaired
The Ballard Lions is holding its annual crab feed fundraising dinner to benefit the Ballard Community 6 to 9 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Shilshole Bay Beach Club in the Ballard ELKS facility at 6411 Seaview Ave. NW. Doors and bar open at 6 p.m., spaghetti and accompaniments at 6:30, crab from 7 p.m. till it is gone. Tickets are $25. Call 206-524-4841 for information.
Are you interested in needlework,
beading, knitting and other forms of fiber arts? Pacific Northwest Needle Arts Guild was organized more than 35 years ago for the purpose of educating and encouraging the pursuit of knowledge in the needle arts. If you have an interest or questions, please contact Gloria Young at gloriayoung@comcast.net or call Noreen Havens, 425-778-1418.
The Spanish Conversation Group
meets at the Magnolia Library on the first and third Wednesday of each month, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. 206-283-
2224. Bienvenidos.
New adult seminar at FFMC
New series of Wednesday evening seminars, "What Does it mean to be Wesleyan?" -led by Pastor Mark Abbott and others in the Fine center - 2nd floor at First Free Methodist Church (3200 Third Ave. W.). Every Wednesday 6:45-7:45 p.m., through Nov. 18. Questions? 206-281-2240.
Boy Scout Troop 70 Wants You!
Are you a boy between the age of 11 and 18, enjoy outdoor activities and like to learn new skills while making friends?
If so, Queen Anne Boy Scout Troop 70 wants you! Visit us at www.QATroop70.org or call Jim Grane at 282-6861 or Lisa Walker
at 286-3108. Come join in the adventure!
Family fun nights
Come have fun at the Family Fun Nights at the Queen Anne Community Center. Fun Nights for the rest of the year will be Oct. 16, 30; Nov. 6, 13, 20; and Dec. 4, 11, 18. Activities at Fun Nights include bounce houses, balls, tricycles, toy cars, bikes and more. Cost is $3 cash only. The nights run from 5 to 8 p.m. 1901 First Ave. W. 206-386-4240
Magnolia Community Club
board meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month (except August and December), 7-9 p.m. at the Magnolia Community Center, 2550 34th Ave. W.
Join the Seattle Church of Christ
the second Thursday of every month for men's and women's Bible study. Held at 7-8 p.m. at Seattle Church of Christ 2555 Eighth Ave. W. Contact Tina Robison with questions 206-261-2260.
Want to volunteer somewhere?
The Volunteers of America is always looking for volunteers and donations. The organization's Senior Companion Program provides quality home care for seniors and disabled adults. 206-329-0515.
Circle of Healing from Abuse
an adult group for healing from partner or parental abuse - meets Tuesdays in Queen Anne. 206-428-8512.
Seattle Milk Fund (SMF)
SMF is an organization that empowers families to achieve self-sufficiency. Make new friends as you help people in need. Call Paula at 206-283-9880 for details.
Queen Anne Senior Community Bridge
meets 2-4 p.m., Mondays at 800 Fourth Ave. N. Part of Merrill Gardens. Take Bus 4 & 5 or park one block away at Fifth and Valley streets. Walk-ins welcome. 206-523-8673 or 206-829-8036.
Queen Anne Helpline board meets
on the second Tuesday of each month at the Helpline office at 7:30 a.m. The Helpline office is at 311 W. McGraw. 206-282-1540.
QA Transportation Committee
holds meetings at 7 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month, except December. Meetings are held at the Queen Anne Community Center, 1901 First Ave. W.
Thundering 36th District Democrats
will meet the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Phinney Neighborhood Community Hall (Brick Building 6532 Phinney Ave. N. Call 206-784-7665 or www.36th.org.
Artists, friends of artists, and Uptown Stroll Worker bees
Uptown Stroll Art in the Bank show will run in Bank of America Queen Anne Branch until Wednesday, Oct. 28. Artists may collect their work from 4 to 6 p.m., Oct. 28. Many thanks to all artists for sharing their talent at Uptown Stroll and for lending the art.
A support group
sponsored by Alzheimer's Association will be held 7-8:30 p.m., on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at Magnolia United Church of Christ, 3555 W.
McGraw St. 206-284-4508 or www.alzwa.org.
Seattle Area Rotary Clubs
is partnering with the Northwest Youth Music Association and Seattle Public Schools to provide 1,200 instruments to students over the next two years.
To help or get involved call 206-252-0476.
Come join Native Elders lunch program
The United Indians of All Tribes Foundation invites Elders to join their lunch program. Come share a meal and connect with other Elders in the Native community. Free lunch is offered five
days a week at the Labateyah Youth Home in the Crown Hill neighborhood. New members will receive a $5 gift certificate. Lunches are from 11 a.m. to
noon, Monday through Friday, in the dining room at 9010 13th Ave. N.W. 206-228-1410.
Magnolia Scrabble Club
meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. first and third Monday of each month at the Magnolia Community Center 2520 34th Ave. W. 206-378-1739.
General Board Games Club
Join the fun 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of every month at the Magnolia Community Center 2520 34th Ave. W. Call Frieda 206-285-8711.
Magnolia Chamber of Commerce
meetings are at 6:15 p.m. every second Tuesday. Call the chamber office, 206-284-5836, for location. All are welcome.
Magnolia Quilt Guild
gathers at 10 a.m., the first and third Tuesday each month, at the Magnolia Community Center, 2550 34th Ave. W. 206-283-9880.
Seattle Junior Chamber (Jaycees)
Professional and personal development organization devoted to community and individual involvement, meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 109 W. Mercer St. 206-286-2014.
Seattle General Toastmasters Club
meets 7-8:30 a.m. every Thursday, at the Swedish Cultural Center, 1920 Dexter Ave. N. 206-937-6773 or visit www.seattletoastmasters.org.
Toast of the Town Toastmasters
meets 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursdays at the Jaycees Bldg., 109 W. Mercer St. toastofthetowntoastmasters.org.
Rotary Club
Magnolia meets at 7:30 a.m. Thursdays at the Seattle Yacht Club at Elliott Bay Marina; Queen Anne meets at noon Tuesdays, Best Western Executive Inn, 200 Taylor Ave. N. 206-352-2805.
Lions Club
meets at noon Tuesdays, at Best Western Executive Inn, 200 Taylor Ave. N. 206-282-0738.
Alcoholics Anonymous
meets at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Church of the Ascension, 2330 Viewmont Way W. 587-2838; and 7:30 p.m. Fridays, St. Anne's Church, 1411 First Ave. W. and Lee St. 206-587-2838.
Al-Anon
meets at noon Mondays, at First Free Methodist Church, 3200 Third Ave. W. 206-625-0000.
Emerald City Toastmasters
meets every Thursday at noon, Seattle Parks Dept. building 100 Dexter Ave. N. 206-467-7600.
Senior Gathering
takes place 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Fridays at Queen Anne Presbyterian Church, Fifth Ave. W. and W. Howe St. Complimentary luncheon. 206-283-6644.
Newcomers & New Friends
meets for lunch the second Wednesday of every month at various locations. Call 425-775-8608 or visit www.seattlenewcomers.com.
The Crafty Ladies
meet 2-4 p.m., Thursdays at Queen Anne Community Center, 1915 First Ave. W. 206-684-4240.
Queen Anne Healthcare needs
clothes of all sizes for men and women. 2717 Dexter Ave. N. 206-284-
7012.
Donations to Northwest Center
of clothes/goods can be dropped off 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays in a big blue truck parked in the Diamond lot at 2400 Queen Anne Ave. N. 206-691-2588 or www.nwcenter.org.[[In-content Ad]]
