Magnolia Farmers Market is open
The market takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., every Saturday through Oct. 10, outdoors next to the Magnolia Community Center on 34th Street West.
Queen Anne Veggie Garden Tour starts May 30.
Catch your neighbors dirty-handed at a delectable garden tour to inspire the farmer in you. Get great ideas for supporting peas, protecting heirloom tomatoes and starting from the ground up. The tour starts at 10 a.m. at 2603 2nd Ave N. to carpool from garden to garden and meet the farmers. A basket of maps will be on the front porch for latecomers. When we return, join us for refreshments and a question-and-answer session with two of Good Neighbor Garden Project's founders, Nancie Kosnoff and Sarah Holt. Starts for sale, and while supplies last, free Trex lumber from last year's display gardens if you promise to build a raised bed of your own! 10 a.m.-1 p.m. , 2603 2nd Ave. N. Questions? Sarah Holt 206-282-4269.
Volunteer greeters
sought for the Queen Anne Farmers Market this summer, from 3 to 7 p.m., Thursday, opening June 18. Have fun in the sun and help save local farms. Please go to www.qafma.org for more info.
Spring Clean 2009
The City's Spring Clean is in its 23rd year and is the premier event for getting volunteers outside and connected up with their fellow Seattleites. This year Spring Clean goes through May 30. The Scientology Environmental Task Force is sponsoring a street clean-up that day and meets in the church parking lot at 601 Aurora Ave. N. at 9:45 a.m. Work goes until noon. Tools and gloves are provided. Open to the community. Contact Ann at 284-0604.
36th District lawmakers hall meeting
Citizens are welcome to attend a town hall meeting with 36th District's Sen. Jeanne Kohl-Welles, Rep. Mary Lou Dickerson and Rep. Reuven Carlyle. The three will provide an overview of the 2009 session and what future steps our state should take. The meeting is 10. a.m. - noon, Saturday, May 30 at the Seattle Labor Temple, Hall #8 at 2800 First Ave. There is parking available on the street and in the Ellington Building garage across the street with access on Broad Street. The garage pass code is *013636#.
Cuts for the Cure
Salon Joseph will host a fundraising event for the Puget Sound Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure's Race for the Cure from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 3. The public is invited to schedule an appointment, with 10 percent of the proceeds and a portion of the stylists' tips benefiting the Puget Sound Race for the Cure. Registration for Race for the Cure as well as snacks and beverages will also be available. 600 W. McGraw St. (206) 285-1113.
Queen Anne Masonic Lodge
at 1608 Fourth Ave. W. needs a part time custodian. Semi-commercial building. References required. Call 206-281-2985 or 206-285-1930 for details.
Queen Anne Masonic Lodge
meets at 7:30 p.m., June 4, at 1608 Fourth Ave. W., with light meal proceeding. Come and greet your Brothers 206-285-1930.
Summer camps begin June 22!
Join the Sweet Pea Nation Summer Experience this year for an adventurous and educational vacation. For $185 per week, your child can learn to paint, juggle, sculpt, perform and explore different cultures. Each session is at 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, June 22-Aug. 28. Nine week-long camps are available to children entering first through fifth grades, and two week-long camps are available to children entering kindergarten. Registration deadline is May 29, 2009. Visit www.sweetpeacottage.org for more information.
Secondary Bilingual Orientation Center
in the Old John Hay is having a thank you and Goodbye party as the school leaves the old John Hay on Queen Anne and moves to Meany on Capitol Hill. Pizza and ice cream (for sale), student art, Henna painting, ethnic dances. A silent auction will be held as a fund-raiser to help students who will continue to learn English in their new location. The event is 1-4 p.m., Saturday, May 30 at 411 Boston St. (Old John Hay bldg).
Come join the 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. Arts and crafts activities and bingo happen every week. Bingo is on Wednesdays after lunch. Lunches are from 11 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday, in the dining room at 9010 13th Ave. N.W. 206-228-1410.
Join the Seattle Church of Christ
on the first Thursday of every month at 10 a.m. For an intimate women's prayer time at The Seattle Church of Christ 2555 Eighth Ave. W. Coffee and donuts provided. Contact Tina Robison at 206-261-2260.
Lily Pad Preschool open registration
Lily Pad is a preschool specifically for toddlers age 20 to 40 months. Classes are two days a week and may be scheduled for Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday mornings 9-11 a.m. 206-353-6590 or email at lilypadpreschool@hotmail.com.
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.
Parenting: The Early Years, "10 Biblical Traits Your Kids Will Remember"
takes place 6:45-8 p.m. Wednesdays at First Free Methodist Church (3200 Third Ave. W.) upstairs in the Fine Center. Free class, free parking! A DVD curriculum that focuses more on who you are as a parent, which is even more important than what you do a starting place for new parents and a review for others. 206-281-2240.
The Ballard Kiwanis
meets for lunch noon-1 p.m., every Thursday at Louie's Cuisine of China Restaurant, 5100 15th Ave. N.W. 206-295-6987.
"Parenting Your Teen"
a DVD curriculum offered 6:45-8 p.m., Wednesdays at First Free Methodist Church (3200 Third Ave. W.), on the Fourth floor. Free class/free parking. This class equips parents of teenagers to recognize common patterns, plan effective strategies and build character. 206-281-2240.
"The 7 Churches of Revelation"
Bible Study is 6:45-8 p.m. Wednesdays at First Free Methodist Church (3200 Third Ave. W.), fourth floor. Free class/free parking. Led by Pastor Jason. A look at these churches in their historical and social setting to see how they might apply to our lives today.
Magnolia Tennis Flights "summer"
registration has begun. Register online at www.seattle.gov/parks or in person at the Magnolia Community Center. Cost is $50. Flights run from 6/15-8/10. For more info go to www.magnoliatennis.homestead.com or call 206-386-4235.
Circle of Healing from Abuse
an adult group for healing from partner or parental abuse, meets on Tuesdays in Queen Anne. 206-428-8512.
Somatotrophics Memory and Aging
a research trial being conducted at the University of Washington, is looking for healthy men and women age 55-90 with mild memory problems. For more information contact the SMART study at 206-685-6607.
A new Seattle Milk Fund (SMF)
local circle is starting in Magnolia. 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.
Queen Anne 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.
Newcomers & New Friends
meets for lunch the second Wednesdays of the month at various locations. Call 425-775-8608 or visit www.seattlenewcomers.com.
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.
Thundering 36th District Democrats
meet the second Thursday of each month at Calvary Lutheran Church in Ballard, 7002 23rd Ave. N.W.
206-784-7665 or www.36th.org.
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.
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 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.
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 Summerfest is starting
to plan for 2009 (July 31-Aug. 1). The fest is seeking volunteers to help plan, to seek vendors and participants and/or help organize. Help sustain and improve the event. Contact Heather at heather.ussery@gmail.com, 425-269-1554.
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 Palisade restaurant, 2601 W. Marina Place. 206-972-0505; 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.
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
menswear of all sizes and women's clothing size large and bigger. 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]]
