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Movie Night this Friday, Febuary 15th at HPIC

Movie Night this Friday, Febuary 15th at HPIC on 12th and Holden:

Movie hint: E.B. White's story of a spider who helps a pig escape the dinner table. Made in 2006, this animation includes the voices of Julia Roberts, Steve Buscemi, John Cleese, Oprah Winfrey, Kathy Bates, Dakota Fanning and more big stars.  read more »

Walking train protest against coal at Golden Gardens

What: People from Ballard and beyond will be protesting the proposed coal train terminal near Bellingham. At 11:30 a.m., a 30-minute rally will take place in the northern end of Golden Gardens Park at one of the two shelters. It will feature speakers, including Mayor Mike McGinn. Organizers say there will be plenty of red balloons to make them easy to spot.

Then, protestors will form a “walking train against coal trains,” starting at Golden Gardens and going along the Burke Gilman trail about a mile down to Ray's Boathouse.  read more »

Wake for Jerry Ceis Feb. 24- American Legion Hall

A wake for West Seattle resident, Seafair pirate, sailor and friend Jerry Ceis will be held at the American Legion Hall on February 24 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm.

Music--by Fever and other outstanding artists--

Drinks and food will be provided.

3618 SW Alaska St

Work party at Ballard Corners Park

What: Will primarily be spreading a wood chip mulch and and preparing the plants for spring. Many hands make light (and lighthearted!) work! We look forward to seeing you there. Some tools and refreshments will be provided. If you have your own gloves, wheel barrows, and pruners please bring them. No RSVP required.

Where: Ballard Corners Park (17th Ave NW & NW 63rd Street)

More info: Contact Gabriella at gabriella@seanet.com or (206) 782-3238.

Public meeting on roadside rain gardens at Sunset Hill Community Club

What: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) invites Ballard residents to an open house about using natural drainage systems to help prevent sewage overflows into Salmon Bay. Ask questions, gather information, and talk to project staff. Find out what the recent soil borings indicate and provide your input about next steps.

Where: Sunset Hill Community Club (3003 NW 66th Street)

Price: Free

More info: www.seattle.gov/util/BallardBasin

Benefit for injured bartender at King's Hardware

What: Bartender Farah Clinch, a King's staple on Saturdays and Sundays, has been injured, out of work for over a month and needs help paying medical bills. On Sunday, starting at 8 p.m., 100 percent of proceeds on select items will go toward helping Clinch. Also, there will be a kissing booth.

Where: King's Hardware (5225 Ballard Ave NW)

More info: http://www.kingsballard.com/

36th Dis. Day in Olympia with Kohl-Welles, Carlyle and Tarleton

What: The 36th Day event is an annual occasion where constituents may discuss concerns with their legislators, tour the Capitol and see the inner workings of state government.

Legislative assistants will welcome visitors and provide information at 9:30 a.m. The three district legislators will address the group from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. The room is available to visitors from 9 a.m. through 2 p.m. as a base camp during their overall visit.  read more »

Cupid 5K on Valentines Day will fight human trafficking

On Valentine’s day a 5k race through the streets of West Seattle will highlight and help fight human trafficking. Fetch Fitness, Starbucks Coffee, K2 Sports and ExOfficio are presenting the 1st annual Cupid 5K, a costumed urban race on Valentine's Night. The race will be run from 7:00 pm to 10:00 PM.

Money raised will go to the A21 Campaign, fighting sex trafficking & modern day slavery.  read more »

Highland Park Action Committee (HPAC) Meeting Jan. 24

Highland Park Action Committee (HPAC) Meeting of 2013 tonight!

The agenda includes:
an open discussion with Seattle Parks about the possibility of adding more trees to Riverview Park- a neighbor has suggested it, let's talk about it, show up if you have an opinion either way
a rundown on the raingarden coming to Highland Park Improvement Club (HPIC) thanks to a grant secured by Sustainable Seattle. Come see what's going on, especially if you're interested in being on HPIC's happening "greening committee"

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Zombie Apocalypse Day at Ballard Community Center

Where: Ballard Community Center (6020 28th Ave NW)

What: Zombie Apocalypse Day is designed to bring the community together in fun, while we embark on a serious conversation about preparedness. Like car insurance, we hope that we never need it, but if we do, it is nice to know it is there.

Price: Free