Community

What: Curious about a religious colony, which once made headlines in Seattle papers and became such a mysterious presence in the Whittier Heights neighborhood? Come to a free lecture to learn more about the Seventh Elect Church in Israel, and the recent transformation of its property into Kirke Park. This free public lecture is sponsored by Ballard Historical Society and presented by Barbara Hainley, Friends of Kirke Park. No RSVP required. Parking is available in the library garage until 8:00 p.m.  read more »

Spokespeople ride to Downtown

From North Admiral in West Seattle to Downtown. The winter months are waning. If you have put your bike away for the winter this is a good time to break into the growing bicycle commuter scene in West Seattle. This is a guided tour opportunity to pre-ride the downtown commute with the best route information and assistance.
Round trip ride distance is 11.5 miles showing some traffic free alternatives to the usual routes.

Ride starts from Alki Bike and Board, 2606 California Ave. S.W. at 11am this Sunday March 3rd.
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What: The Alzheimer’s Cafe provides an opportunity to get out and socialize in a safe environment. No judgement or expectations - just support. Delicious food including a choice of a soup, sandwich, or dessert, and a coffee menu and beer and wine. There is musical entertainment and lots of fun. Parking available at the Greenwood Senior Center which is in walking distance, or at the Bank of America lot just west of the cafe. This is a program of the Phinney Neighborhood Association’s Greenwood Senior Center.

Where: Ampersand Cafe and Pantry (424 N. 85th St.)  read more »

What: The Boosters unite parents, faculty and the community into a support organization to ensure that BHS performing artists will experience the best artistic education available at any public high school anywhere in the nation. Students, parents, staff, and civic partners are all welcome to join in the fun, inspiration and personal growth that the arts so uniquely provide.

Where: John Stanford Library, Ballard High School (1418 N.W. 65th St.)

More info: http://www.ballardperformingarts.org/JoinUs/Boosters.aspx

Frank B. Cooper School Alumni Tour
Whether a student or employee - if you were a part of Frank B. Cooper School prior to it being closed and converted to the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, you are invited to attend this school tour. Under the care of the staff at the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, the building is looking better than ever.

We will be meeting in the South Classroom: http://www.youngstownarts.org/rentals/south_classroom & tours will begin shortly after noon.  read more »