Spring 2017

A Publication of the Phinney Neighborhood The Review Association Greenwood explosion anniversary: Art and reflections

Garage Sale Day Starry Night Auction The BIG One Art Walk Pride Rainbow Hop Kids summer camps

Phinney Neighborhood Association • 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 • 206.783.2244 • www.phinneycenter.org Spring 2017 A Publication of the Phinney Neighborhood The Review Association Greenwood explosion: One year later Inside This Issue By Rylan Bauermeister Astronomical fun March 9 of last year saw the inhabit- 3 ants of Greenwood exposed to one of PNA's Starry Night Auction the most devastating events to ever rock our neighborhood. A broken gas main, Sell your stuff 4 venting into a gap between two build- Or grab some bargains on ings, caught a spark and detonated, re- Garage Sale Day ducing three businesses to debris in an instant, and seriously injuring several first responders. The BIG One 6 Mr. Gyros, Neptune Coffee and Green- Art in the 'hood wood Quick Stop, which had been serv- ing members of the community for years, One year later 7 vanished in an instant. Businesses close to the explosion Explosion offers unexpected were heavily damaged, spurring resi- opportunities dents of the area into a frenzy of dona- tions, volunteering and mural painting. Summer plans 8 A year later, we’ve gone to check in with Kids' camp enrollment the owners of the affected businesses. Tim Pipes, owner of The Angry Bea- ver, was adamant that the community be A permanent home thanked for all they did. 9 Plans for senior center “Every single dime went back into this building ownership by PNA business,” he said, stating that the neigh- borhood saved his bar, and that he can “never thank [the community] enough”. Senior highlights 14 Louise McKay of the Bureau of Fear- less Ideas, a non-profit “tutoring center Greenwood Senior Center for humans aged 8-18,” echoed the sen- bustles with activities 17 timent, thanking the community for its support, and speaking to the trials of the Learn and grow 18 year. Their business storefront (Green- Spring class list wood Space Supply Co) was “pretty close to completely gone.” Surveys, program 21 data, inventory, an incredible amount of Give of yourself resources were lost in the blast. Their 22 monthly income still has yet to recover. Volunteer opportunities Gorditos Mexican Restaurant was damaged so severely it was closed for Phinney Center five months and the 12 apartments 23 above the restaurant were uninhabitable Gallery for six months, leaving residents in Explosion murals revisited See 'Greenwood Explosion' page 11 Responders survey the damage after the March 9 explosion. Photo by Lee Harper.

The Review Director's corner Spring 2017 - Vol. 30, No. 2 Published quarterly by the Phinney Neighborhood Association We at the PNA are so proud to be White Racial Literacy (See page 21). We 6532 Phinney Ave N. part of our community. In early Febru- are thrilled that, through a generous Seattle, WA 98103 ary we sent out an email about the im- donation by CourageWork, we have 50 Phone: 206.783.2244 portance, now more than ever, of com- books to lend out. Web: phinneycenter.org ing together and building relationships. This effort is not short-term. We are We took the opportunity to reaffirm the Lee Harper, committed, in the long term, to making Circulation: 17,500 Phinney Neighborhood Association’s PNA Executive our community a more welcoming place Publisher: Lee Harper commitment to welcoming and engag- Director for everyone. ing all members of our community. We encourage you to get involved. Editor: Ana Maria King Everyone. Period. You can help feed neighbors in need at Proof Reading: Ann Bowden The response was overwhelming. continually looking for more ways to put the Hot Meal Program, help seniors age Desktop Publishing: Ana Emails came in from around the region, these convictions into action. In partner- in their own homes at the PNA Village, Maria King, Ruthie MacDonald with enthusiastic support. We sold out ship with Colectiva Legal del Pueblo, we or donate time to one of many other vol- Contributing Writers: M. three times (!) of the signs we printed will host a Know Your Rights event. This unteer activities at the PNA. Barbera, R. Bauermeister, which say “no matter where you are was requested by our Spanish-speaking What we all do each day makes a dif- A. Bowden, A. Burnett, M. from, we’re glad you’re our neighbor” in preschool, PCPE, because while there ference. Thank you for all that you do. Chakoian, J. DeYoung, L. Gray, English, Spanish and Arabic. have been events for immigrants in A. Gramps, N. Francois, L. We know that communities are stron- south Seattle, none have been held in Harper, E. Jones, C. Kaplan, A. gest when they are open, inclusive and the north end. We are very happy to of- M. King, M. Langlois, C. Lewan, compassionate, and we are committed fer this to families in our community. C. Mack, B. Mercker, C. Miller, C. to the PNA’s mission to “build, engage Also, the Greenwood Senior Center Paine, L. Silverstein and support our diverse community has been the epicenter for the upcom- through programs, services and activi- ing Breaking White Silence book groups Cover photo: Lee Harper ties that connect neighbors and foster forming around town. The groups are Ad Sales: Ruthie MacDonald civic engagement.” based on Robin DiAngelo’s book What 206.783.2244 As many of you are also doing, we are Does It Mean to Be White? Developing

The Review • Spring 2017 • Page 1 About the Phinney Neighborhood Association The PNA is more than a community center Founded in 1980, the Phinney Neighborhood Association (PNA) is dedicated to building, engaging and supporting our diverse community through programs, services and activities that connect neighbors and foster civic engagement. This includes...

Events and community gatherings Tool Lending Library A multitude of events ranging from The tools you need to get the job done beer tastes and book swaps to holiday right the first time. celebrations and family entertainment. King County Seed Library Classes and activities Complete your garden by borrowing Classes and groups for all ages on a seeds and bringing back new ones when wide range of subjects and interests. your plants mature.

Room rentals Phinney Farmers Market The space you need for all types of events Fresh produce and other foods from and gatherings. local farmers and producers, June through September, in partnership with Greenwood Senior Center Seattle Neighborhood Farmers Markets. Services and support for seniors, plus activities and classes all ages can enjoy. PNA Business Group Supporting, networking and promoting PNA Village local businesses. Helping older residents stay in their homes and community as they age. Well Home Program Get Involved! A resource providing expertise, Volunteering is a great way to get to know your neighbors, do something good, meet Preschool Co-ops referrals and classes for your house people and have fun. Visit phinneycenter.org/volunteer. Four parent-run preschools: Phinney projects. Neighborhood Preschool Co-op, Phinney Cooperativa Preescolar en Whittier Kids Español, Ballard Preschool Co-op and Play-based preschool and pre-k program, Tampopo Japanese Preschool Co-op. before- and after-school care and summer camps at Whittier Elementary. Hot Meal Program Nutritious meals in a welcoming setting, Phinney Center Gallery three times each week. Rotating works by local artists. How to Join the PNA Visit phinneycenter.org/members, stop by or call us at 206.783.2244

 New Member  Renewal  Donation (already a member) Looking for a great gift? A PNA Membership truly opens the door to our community! Visit phinneycenter.org/gift to give the gift of community. What does PNA Membership do for you? In addition to getting to know your neighbors and being part of a wonderful Name(s) community, you get... Address • Discounts to year-round PNA events and classes • Access to the tool lending library City State Zip • Monthly member newsletter with event & class info • Subscription to The Review community newspaper Telephone: Home Cell What does PNA Membership do for Email(s) PNA membership is tax deductible! your community? Indicate your level of support and write in the amount in the appropriate space.  Individual $35-$99  PNA Funder $100 and up  Business $150 Membership dues help support the many programs that make the PNA a diverse    social and cultural hub. Annually... Household $60-$99 Low Income-pay what you can Nonprofit $75  Enclosed is a check (payable to PNA) for $______. • Over 20,000 guests attend more than 50 events  Please charge $______to  Visa  MasterCard  AmEx. • The Hot Meal Program serves 19,000 free meals to people in need • Nearly 2,500 participants attend classes, low-cost lunches and events at the Account # ______Exp. Date: ______Greenwood Senior Center Signature: ______Security Code: ______• More than 450 kids enroll in preschool and school age programs at Phinney Cooperativa Preescolar en Español (PCPE), Whittier Kids, Tampopo, Ballard Communication Preferences: Preschool Co-Op (BPC) and Phinney Neighborhood Preschool Co-Op (PNPC) I want to receive the PNA’s monthly newsletter by  E-mail  Mail  Both • Over 350 people borrow tools from the Tool Library about 2,000 times I want to receive PNA event e-mails  yes  no • An average of 100 local seniors get assistance with rides, chores and more from volunteers at the PNA Village Mail completed form to: • Nearly 1,000 students attend over 50 PNA education classes PNA Or join online at 6532 Phinney Ave N phinneycenter.org/members Seattle, WA 98103 phinneycenter.org Questions? Call 206.783.2244 or email [email protected]

Page 2 • The Review • Spring 2017 PNACommunity EventsBegins Here

3/10 – Friday Phinney Center Galley Opening Reception 7 pm - 9 pm. PC Blue Building. Free. Greenwood Rising. Celebrating the art and community of Greenwood after the March 2016 explosion. See page 23.

3/15 – Wednesday PNA Village Volunteer Training 10 am-noon. Greenwood Senior Center. Free. The PNA Village is looking for volunteers! Village volunteers provide services like transportation, help with small projects in and around the home, and social interaction. Make a difference in how your neighbors choose to age! Volunteer- ing is easy and flexible. To attend this training, email village@phinneycen- ter.org or call 206.789.1217.

3/18 – Saturday Phinney Neighborhood Co-Op’s Gently Used Kids Gear Sale At last year's auction, we "Set Sail for Phinney." This year, we're going astronomical with "Starry Night." Photo by Walter Tuai 9 am-1 pm. PC Brick Building, Community Hall. Free. The Phinney Neighborhood Pre- 3/22 & 4/5 – Wednesdays 4/6 – Thursday 5/6 – Saturday school Co-op’s highly anticipated Whittier Kids Preschool PNA Member Potluck and Starry Night Auction Spring Kids’ Gear Sale is here. Once Tour Orientation 5 pm. PC Blue Building and Tent. again, expect incredible deals on gen- $60/ticket, $75/patron. tly-used clothing, toys, books, stroll- 9:15 am. Whittier Elementary. 1320 5:30-7:30 pm. Potluck starts 5:30, NW 75th St. Free. Orientation starts 6:30. PC Blue It’s time for the PNA’s annual fun- ers, furniture, outdoor gear, maternity draising auction and biggest party! Come learn more about Whittier Kids Building. Free. wear and more! Join your friends and neighbors for an preschool! Whether you’re a new member or Plan on arriving early for the very astronomical, astrological and celestial Located on-site at Whittier Elemen- have been a member for decades, this best selection of goods. Enjoy 50 per- themed evening of bidding, fun and tary, our play-based preschool focuses is a great opportunity to learn what’s cent discounts on many items starting supporting your community. on dynamic curriculum that fosters new at the PNA and how you can get at 12 pm! This is the event for families Win one-of-a-kind items and experi- creativity, instills a love for learning, involved. Bring a dish or drink to share. on a budget! Find ‘PNPC Kids Sale’ on ences, from jewelry and art to gourmet builds social skills and raises awareness Kid-friendly. Short presentation at 6:30 Facebook to get the more information dinners and vacation getaways, at the of the community. pm, followed by Q&A. RSVP is helpful and updates on the sale. All proceeds silent and live auctions. We are beginning to enroll for but not required: alexg@phinneycenter. benefit the PNPC. Enjoy a stellar buffet during the silent Cleaning out the closets? Consider next school year and invite you to org or 206.783.2244. come learn more about our Preschool auction in the Blue Building. For his 18th donating your gently-used children’s year as our auctioneer, Jerry Toner will clothing, toys or gear for the PNPC sale! program! Preschool hours are 8 am-2 pm; the 4/8 – Saturday be guiding the frenzied bidding during All donations are tax-deductible and the silent auction, then lead the bid- support the preschool co-op directly. mixed aged classroom is for 3-5 year PNA Village Volunteer olds. Email whittierkids@phinneycen- ders to the large tent in the parking lot Email [email protected] for Training where the party continues and the bid- more information on how and where to ter.org for more info or online at phin- 10 am-noon. Greenwood Senior neycenter.org/whittierkids ding intensifies. Once in the tent, check donate items. Center. Free. out the array of fantastic desserts. See description on 3/15 event. Visit phinneycenter.org/auction to 3/25 – Saturday see the list of auction items (updated Phinney Neighborhood 4/22 – Saturday regularly) and plan your bidding strat- Preschool Co-op Red Ballard Preschool egy. Many outings and experiences are designed for groups so bring your friends Room Open House Co-op’s Gently Used and decide what to bid on together. 10 am-12 pm. PC Blue Building. Kids Gear Sale For more information, to donate to Free. 9 am-1 pm. PC Brick Building, the auction and/or to purchase tickets, PNPC’s Red Room Open House is Community Hall. Free. visit phinneycenter.org/auction. We are for Parent/Infant, Toddlers, Two’s, and Great deals on high-quality gently accepting donations until April 8. We Multi-Age Classes. used clothing, toys, shoes, strollers, need volunteers for auction prepara- Come learn about a fantastic pre- gear, maternity wear and more! tions as well as the day and night of school program: meet our teachers Arrive early for the best selection and the event. If you have any questions or and mingle with current co-op families, bring plenty of shopping bags! Have want to volunteer email emiliaj@phin- learn about our curriculum, and explore gently used items your family has neycenter.org or call 206.783.2244. our classrooms. Children are welcome outgrown? All are welcome to sell at Thank you sponsors! HomeStreet and encouraged to attend! the sale!! Sellers keep 75 percent of the Bank, Jamie Flaxman Real Estate, For details and to RSVP, email the proceeds from their sold items. Please Jan Gray and Kerry Fowler, Pacific school registrar ([email protected]) email [email protected] for Continental Bank, Puget Sound Energy, PNPC nurtures each child’s sense of with your name and your child’s name more information. You can find us at Ron and Robyn Lewis and Woodland accomplishment and personal growth. and date of birth. the "BPC GUS Sale" on Facebook. Park Zoo.

The Review • Spring 2017 • Page 3 Celebrate the coming of summer at the Farmers Market opening on June 2. Seattle ReCreative and Chaco Canyon host pot collage and Photo by Lee Harper. planting at the 2016 Rainbow Hop. Photo by Lara Gale.

5/12 – Friday 6/3 – Saturday Phinney Center Gallery Opening Reception Pride Rainbow Hop 7-9 pm. PC Blue Building. Free. 10:30 am-1:30 pm. Phinney-Greenwood neighborhood. Free. It’s The BIG One Art Walk (see article, page 6)! Don’t miss the Phinney Center A family event, the PhinneyWood Pride Rainbow Hop kick-starts Pride Month in Gallery and the Northwest Fine Arts Competition (see Arts Corner, page 23). Meet Seattle. Held the first Saturday in June, participating businesses and nonprofits in the artists and help select The People’s Choice Award. PhinneyWood promote the value of diversity by hosting events and activities and handing out goodies that focus on diversity and fun. From face painting to rainbow 6/2 – Friday sidewalk art, the Rainbow Hop honors everyone in our community, whether you’re LGBTQ or straight. This will be the fourth year our local businesses come together to Farmers Market Opening put on this event. Visit phinneycenter.org/pride for details. 3:30-7:30 pm. PC Blue Building Parking Lot. Come kick off the season, purchase your weekly groceries and grab a bite to eat. Help support our local farmers! 6/14 – Wednesday Business Social 12-1:30 pm. The Park Pub. 6114 Phinney Ave N. Free for PNA Business 6/2 – Friday Members, $10 for non-members PNA Member Tea, Treats and Orientation Network and learn with other local business members at the PNA Business Group’s 6:30-7:30 pm. PC Blue Building. Free. quarterly social and no-host lunch. Thanks to The Park Pub for hosting. To RSVP, learn Whether you’re a new member or have been one for decades, this is a great op- more or apply to host a future social, contact Alex at [email protected] or portunity to learn what’s new at the PNA and to get involved. Kid-friendly. 30-minute 206.783.2244. presentation followed by Q&A. RSVP is helpful but not required: alexg@phinneycenter. org or 206.783.2244.

6/3 – Saturday PhinneyWood Garage Sale Day 9 am-2 pm. PC parking lots, Tool Library and PhinneyWood neighborhood. Shop, sell, salvage, shred and swap! Score a bargain at this community-wide event. Shop: Peruse more than 100 yard sales throughout the neighborhood, aided by an official printed or online interactive map. Check out the flea market in the Phin- ney Center’s lower parking lot and visit the tool sale at the PNA Tool Library. Sell: Register your garage sale to be included on the map or rent a space at the flea market by May 20. Salvage: Donate to Goodwill and recycle electronics at the Phinney Center. Shred: Shred up to four boxes of paper with Seadrunar Recycling’s shredding truck from 9 am-1 pm. Swap plants: Bring plants, pots, gardening books and tools to exchange, or pick up some new plants for free! Visit phinneycenter.org/garagesale for more information or to register your sale (register by May 20). Special thanks to SpacialDev for designing the interactive online map!

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Enterprising entrepreneurs on Garage Sale Day. Photo by Lee Harper.

Page 4 • The Review • Spring 2017 Ongoing Events & Groups Support for men with Bingo Karaoke Emerald City Contra Mar. 31, Apr. 28, May 26. 7-10 pm. prostate cancer GSC. $15 PNA Members / $22 Dances Every Friday. 7:30-10 pm. General Public (beginners workshop at 7 pm). Monthly group meets at the Karaoke, bingo and beer—good times for folks age 21 and older. Tickets PC Brick Building. $9 public / $8 Greenwood Senior Center sales open at 12:01 am on the Mon- SFS or PNA members, seniors / $5 day following each event. It sells out students / Free 16 and under. quickly, so stay up late to get in! Tickets More info: phinneycenter.org/events/ By Marty Chakoian The second hour of the meeting at phinneycenter.org/bingo. contra-dance.html. Prostate cancer is the second leading usually features a health care profes- cause of cancer death in men, affect- sional—a physician, nutritionist, or re- Seattle Folklore Society ing one in seven men in the US. Here searcher—discussing some of the lat- PNA Fixers Collective in Washington, nearly 5,000 men were est developments in the fight against 1st Wednesdays. 6-8 pm. Concerts On the Ridge diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2016. prostate cancer, and current best prac- Greenwood True Value. Free. Most Saturdays, Sept-May. 7:30 pm. tices for managing the disease. Seattle You can’t break what’s already (see schedule, below) Prices vary. Fortunately, with early detection and broken! An informal meet up simply for the right treatment, most prostate can- is fortunate to have some nationally cer can be managed, if not cured. recognized leaders in prostate cancer the fun of taking stuff apart, putting it Seattle Family Dance back together again, and maybe even Information, awareness, and sup- research and treatment, and many of First Sundays. 3-5 pm. PC Brick fixing it in the process. port are key elements in an effective re- them have been guest speakers at Us Building. $6/person, $18 max. per Take a moment before throwing sponse to prostate cancer. TOO in Seattle meetings. family. seattledance.org/family something away to figure out if you can “Us TOO in Seattle,” an organiza- Anyone interested in learning more save it instead of buying a new one. tion for men with prostate cancer, about prostate cancer, and what can be Learn how things work and enjoy some Seattle Song Circle meets monthly at the Greenwood Se- done to prevent or control it, is welcome good company. 2nd Sundays. 7-10 pm. GSC West nior Center. to attend the Us TOO in Seattle support Room. Free. group meetings: seafolklore.org/wp/about-sfs/seattle- The group welcomes spouses, part- PNA Game Night song-circle ners, or other family members and • 6- 8 pm 2nd Fridays. 7 pm. friends as well. There, men who are • Fourth Wednesday of each month PC Blue Building. Free. dealing with their own cancer diagnosis, (except July, November, and Book Clubs or who simply want more information, December, when the group meets Visit phinneycenter.org/bookclub.html offer their stories, their concerns, and on the third Wednesday.) Spanish Language for book lists. their compassion for one another. • Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N Conversation Group 85th Street, Seattle Every Monday. 6-8 pm. PC Blue PNA Book Club The first hour of each meeting isa For more information contact Marty Building. $20/month. First night free! 2nd Wednesdays. 7 pm. free-form conversation, with partici- PC Blue Building. Free. pants asking each other questions and Chakoian ([email protected], 206- sharing as much or as little of their per- 412-0571) or visit the Us TOO in Seattle Phinney Friends Crochet Second Tuesday Book Club sonal experiences as they choose. website, ustooinseattle-com.com Every Thursday. 10 am-12 pm. 2nd Tuesdays, 7-8 pm. PC Blue Building. Free. PC Blue Building. Free.

For listings of community PNA Bridge Club groups and meetings, visit Every Friday. 7-10 pm. phinneycenter.org/events. PC Blue Building. Free.

Seattle Folklore Society Concerts Saturdays, 7:30 pm unless otherwise noted. Concerts held at Phinney Center Community Hall in the Brick Building, down the hill from the Phinney Center's main Blue Building. Advance tickets for all concerts available at brownpapertickets.com/profile/2149. Prices vary from concert to concert; discounts for SFS/PNA members, seniors and students; children half-price. Additional information: seafolklore.org/wp/concerts or 206.923.8923.

March 18 | Anna Tivel & Jeffrey Martin April 22 | Brian Conway Award winning Portland singer-songwrit- Brian Conway is one of the premier ers - storytelling magic in song! Irish fiddle players living in America. Brian performs with a skill, grace and March 25 | MAC (McKasson, Alexander, force that are steeped in tradition but Cotter) distinctively his own. A trio of fiery innovative personas tempered with traditional Celtic music April 29 | David Roth The Reid Jamieson Band from Vancouver, BC. Photo by Justine Warrington virtuosity! David’s concerts are funny, moving, topical, inspiring… and the guy can April 1 | The Reid Jamieson Band sing! Vancouver, BC’s Reid Jamieson brings Enrolling Now his incredible voice, insightful lyrics, and May 7 (Sun) | Alan Reid & Ages 15 months to 5 years magical way with melodies to Seattle. Rob van Sante A regular on Canada’s popular radio Traditional and contemporary Scot- show Vinyl Cafe, and winner of the John tish song by longtime stalwarts of The Orca Children’s Lennon Songwriting Contest (folk), he Battlefield Band Center performs with his saucy wife and song- writing partner, Carolyn Mill. May 13 | Hanneke Cassel ☻ Creative, caring, committed Charismatic fiddling; influences from teachers. April 8 | Thompsonia the Isle of Skye and Cape Breton fuse ☻ Hands on learning. Thompsonia combines Eric & Suzy with musical innovations from the Bos- ☻ Value independence, family, 67th and Phinney Thompson’s deep devotion to southern ton bluegrass/Americana scene community and diversity. roots music with daughter Allegra’s fresh Burgers perspective, creating feel-good music May 20 | Sylvia Herold Ensemble 206-789-7648 for Everyone! that ricochets between the rowdy and Vintage vocal and guitar jazz trio - with Beef - Veggie - Chicken the sentimental, with an abundance of pork pies! 6615 Dayton Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 groove and a bit of a quirky edge. 783-6362

The Review • Spring 2017 • Page 5 22 years of Art Walk The BIG One this year on May 12 & 13

by Ann Bowden “Art Up, Chow Down,” restaurants and Celebrate art in the ‘hood. Phinney- pubs are encouraged to participate as Wood’s BIG art walk will be Friday, May well by offering music or menu specials. 12, from 6-9 p.m. and Saturday, May Art Walk maps and information on 13, from noon to 5 p.m. participating venues will be available Now in its 22nd year, the BIG One online at ArtUpPhinneyWood.com and will feature art in 70-80 businesses in at participating businesses the week of the Phinney-Greenwood neighbor- the event. hood. What’s your favorite kind of art? Originally a stand-alone annual The BIG One typically includes photog- event, the BIG One is now the center- raphy, sculpture, collage, oils, watercol- piece of the monthly Art Up Phinney- ors, prints, glass, metal and fiber art, Wood art walks, held the second Friday of each month, with approximately 30 Weekly entertainment adds to the Phinney Farmers Market ceramics and mixed media. businesses participating regularly. experience; The Clefts performed several times last summer. Highlights this year will include the NW Fine Arts Competition at the Phin- Art Up PhinneyWood is organized by ney Center and the first annual Seattle the PhinneyWood Arts Council, an all-vol- Recycled Arts Festival hosted by Urban unteer organization, in collaboration with Light Studio. the Phinney Neighborhood Association. Phinney Farmers Market And of course there will be enter- For additional information, check tainment! Over the years, this hugely artupphinneywood.com or the art Friday night summer fun starts June 2 popular event has turned into a neigh- walk’s Facebook page: facebook.com/ borhood party with musical perfor- ArtUpPhinneywood. by Nina Gruber, the Phinney Farmers Market. It was a mances in participating businesses and Business owners: It’s not too Neighborhood Farmers Markets great 10th Anniversary season and we churches, street performers, chalk art late to sign up for The BIG One. The wait is soon coming to an end, hope to keep it up for 2017. As we saw and activities for children. Registration information is online at as your favorite Friday night activity is last year, the farmers market benefits In the spirit of the art walk theme of artupphinneywood.com rapidly approaching. the community in many ways. Our Starting June 2, the Phinney Farmers vendors bring in local, healthy produce Market will begin its 11th season! As to the neighborhood and we work with always, the market will be your place for them to provide food access programs summer flavors, outdoor dinners, music such as Fresh Bucks, WIC, and Helping and community. Harvest vouchers. The market gives us We’ve worked to get the best vendors an opportunity to connect with farmers PHINNEY VIEW to this market and they are sure to fulfill and food makers, educating ourselves as all your shopping needs. Come to the well as our little ones. GUEST COTTAGE market to buy the freshest berries, And by bringing people to the Phinney for visiting family or temporary housing socialize with community members, Center and neighboring businesses, Short term rental talk to the farmers who grew all that the market helps to create a fun, Furnished one bedroom family-friendly community. With your Close to shopping, bus and parks amazing food, dance to live music with Sunny with lake and mountain view an ice cream cone in hand, and shop continued support, we know that this alongside your favorite neighborhood year will give us another great summer Contact Alice for more information chefs… The ‘shopping list’ goes on! of market delights. So see you there, 206 459-2952 or [email protected] Last year, you came out to support Fridays, 3:30-7:30, June 2- Oct. 6.

Holiday Closure: The Phinney Center and Greenwood Senior Center will be closed Monday, May 29, for Memorial Day.

Page 6 • The Review • Spring 2017 An explosion of unexpected opportunity

By Joey DeYoung Joey DeYoung is the Executive Director of Urban Hands, a non-profit organiza- tion located in the heart of Greenwood whose mission it is to sustain and trans- form lives while enriching community through food. In partnership with The Upper Crust Catering, Urban Hands pro- grams provide meals, employment and other resources to neighbors experienc- ing homelessness, food insecurity and Of the three designs presented by the City for the new park next to the other barriers to a stable and healthy life. Greenwood Library, the curvilinear option was by far the most popular in every category: form,play area location, plaza location and green open space. Last March, we witnessed devastation in the heart of Greenwood. Businesses were demolished and battered, residents were left homeless, and our neighbor- 'Library park' update hood was unrecognizable following a By Rylan Bauermeister massive explosion as the result of a gas Beside the Greenwood Library, in the empty lot that once housed Bleacher’s Pub, leak. The subsequent days were marked Urban Hands spearheaded clean-up an idea is blooming into a reality. The park, currently know as “Greenwood / Phinney by uncertainty and unanswerable ques- and mural painting efforts, days after Landbanked site #5”, has been the subject of much work and scrutiny by both Seattle tions. Who is responsible for the dam- the explosion. Photo by Lee Harper. Parks And Rec and local community members. age? When will we be able to reopen? The final layout of the park (pictured above) is now settled. It includes tables, plant- Where will I live? How will I pay my bills? fit into our mission statement…at all. But ed buffers of trees to keep the street noise at bay, a great sloped lawn for play and Alongside the myriad of impossible because of our proximity to the blast, our questions, one unifying question re- network of volunteers, and the publicity relaxation, and even electrical for events. It even includes a loop, and nature discovery, mained central: How can I help? Individ- Greenwood was receiving, Urban Hands trail for those who want to give their legs a stretch. uals, organizations, churches, businesses was presented with an opportunity. We The demolition of the existing buildings is scheduled to start at the end of March, and and city officials asked and answered this took it, and it’s led us to even greater op- run through May, so expect a little noise during that time. The construction start date, question with courage and creativity. portunities these last 12 months. originally aimed at late 2017, now looks to be closer to early 2018. If changes are made, And the result was beautiful. The Phin- March 9 will mark the one-year anni- Parks And Rec has said that they will update us and keep the community in the loop. ney Neighborhood Association (PNA) versary of the explosion. On March 10, In addition, the park still needs a name. This will be chosen via a public naming raised hundreds of thousands of dollars the Phinney Center Gallery will present process, and all members of the community are encouraged to show their neighbor- to support affected residents and busi- Greenwood Rising, which will display and hood pride and spirit by participating in making this park a reflection of our values, nesses. Neighbors knocked on doors and bring new life to dozens of the plywood spirit, and integrity. windows to check on one another’s well- murals we all remember from last spring For details on project development, visit seattle.gov/parks/about-us/current- being and inform them of updates. Help (see page 23). projects/greenwood-phinney-park-development. To stay involved, join the Friends of was abundantly offered and received in Then, on March 13, we will launch Greenwood Library Park Facebook page at: facebook.com/greenwoodlibrarypark. the days and weeks following. our first cohort of Urban Hands Fellows, Four days after the explosion, Urban providing year-long employment and Hands had the privilege to host over 200 supportive services to young adults with volunteers and more than a dozen artists significant barriers to stable work, such as from all over Seattle to clean, beautify homelessness or a criminal record. What and create art. makes this program unique is how com- The outpouring served to reinforce munity-based it is, with placements in what many of us already knew; that at Razzi’s Pizzeria, Chaco Canyon, Green Greenwood is a place of belonging and of Bean Coffeehouse, The Upper Crust Ca- opportunity. Because when you belong tering and Harbor Creek Farms, all of to a place, you are willing to pour your- which are within a one-block radius of self into it. Oftentimes, that means giving one another. your time, talents and resources for the The relationships we formed with art- benefit of others you may never know. ists and business owners are what have And when you offer these things gener- afforded us these opportunities. A shared ously, as so many did following the explo- sense of purpose and belonging brought sion, you are actually offering something us closer together after the explosion   entirely unexpected. Hope. And where and now we are creating opportunities  there is hope, there is opportunity. for young people who desperately need Mon - Fri, 10 am-6 pm Five years ago, I took a job in sales them. Whether it comes in the form of Sat, 10 am-4 pm at The Upper Crust Catering, primarily artistic expression and gainful employ- because I felt connected to this neigh- ment today, or as creative solutions to  borhood. Two years ago I was offered the housing crisis or food sourcing tomor-  a new position as the Executive Direc- row, our dream is to see Greenwood be  tor of Urban Hands. A year later, Green- a place of belonging as well as abundant wood exploded. Cleaning streets, plant- hope and opportunity to those who need ing flowers and creating art really don’t it most. 

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PNPC Dragon Room Summer Program Dreaming of summer Ages 2 and up Time to make plans for camp! Phinney Neighborhood Preschool Co-op's Dragon Room Summer Program offers a rich selection of camps for preschoolers and elementary aged children held in PNPC's enchanted Dragon Room at the Phinney Neighborhood Center. Programs are open to both PNPC families and community members. Last year's offerings included "Creative Arts & Crafts" and "Science Camps: The Amzing Human Body." Check in soon at phinneycenter.org/pnpc for 2017 camp offerings. Whittier Kids K-5th grade Join us for a summer full of engaging weekly themes, activities and field trips! Learn new skills, explore new friendships and give your child a chance to grow and learn in a safe, fun environment. We have three separate classrooms on-site at Whittier Elementary for kids entering kindergarten through 5th grade. Ten weeks of camp start June 27. Core hours of camp are 9 am-3 pm with optional am/pm care available. Every- one is welcome; our camps are open to all kids! Full camp details and online registration will be available March 15 at phinney- center.org/whittierkids. Weekly Themes: Ballard Preschool Co-op Week 1, June 27-30: Hello Summer Infant-7 years Week 2, July 3-7: Around the World in 4 Days BPC is again offering a program for children of all ages this summer! Our program Week 3, July 10-14: Kids in the Kitchen will be led by co-op parents and be structured as a drop-off play group at our pre- Week 4, July 17-21: It’s A Thingamajig school in Loyal Heights (7503 18th Ave NW). There will be fun activities, crafts and Week 5, July 24-28: Movin’ and Groovin’ plenty of time for outside play. The program will run from June 19 - Aug 18 and will Week 6, July 31-August 4: The Art of the Matter include daily sessions from 9 am - noon. The cost will be $25 for one child or $40 for Week 7, August 7-11: It’s a Jungle Out There two children. All are welcome to participate. Details and a link for registration will be Week 8, August 14-18: Intergalactic Exploration posted soon at phinneycenter.org/bpc. Contact us at [email protected] Week 9, August 21-25: Once Upon a Time if you would like to be notified when the information is posted. Week 10, August 28-31: Go, go, go in the H2O PCPE's Outdoor Spanish Summer Camp YMCA at the Phinney Center 1.5 to 5 years K-6th grade (co-sponored by PNA) Phinney Cooperativa Preescolar en Español, Seattle´s ONLY Spanish cooperative pre- School Aged Specialty Camps: Does your camper dream of being a scientist, inven- school, will be offering a Spanish Summer camp for children ages 1.5 to 5 years old. The tor or baker? The YMCA partners with local professionals to offer a variety of exciting children will explore the outdoors in local parks, participate in play-based activities, and programs that blend skill development, fun activities and great games. Y Counselors reinforce their Spanish. The summer camp will take place during July and August in work alongside local leaders in skilled activities to bring a wide variety of camp op- the mornings, and families will be able to sign up for the weeks that they’re interested tions right to your neighborhood. in. True to the cooperative nature of the school, Spanish-speaking caregivers will be Camps run from 9 am - 4 pm but include Wrap Around Camp from 7 am - 6 pm. required to volunteer a portion of the time. Open to PCPE families and the public. More Learn more and sign up at ykids.seattleymca.org/university-family-ymca/ information will be posted soon on pcpeseattle.org. summer-camps or call 206.524.1400. 2017-18 school year enrollments and open houses Ballard Preschool Co-op Phinney Neighborhood Preschool Co-op (PNPC) The Ballard Preschool Cooperative, a program of the Phinney Neighborhood Phinney Neighborhood Preschool Co-op (PNPC) is a vibrant, community-based Association, is a nurturing community of teachers and families with children aged cooperative preschool which fosters the social, emotional, physical and mental 5 and younger. We offer part-time classes for children from birth through pre-K and development of young children through play-based, structured learning in a nurturing on-site sibling care. Our play-based curriculum supports children’s social, emotional, and connected community. physical and cognitive development and provides parents the opportunity to Come learn more at our Red Room Open House (for Parent/Infant, Toddlers, Two’s, significantly contribute to their child’s preschool experience. Learn more at and Multi-Age Classes) on Saturday, March 25, from 10 am -12 pm in the Phinney Center phinneycenter.org/bpc Blue Building. Meet our teachers and mingle with current co-op families, learn about 2017/2018 enrollment for new families begins in early April. We welcome you to our curriculum, and explore our classrooms. Children are welcome and encouraged attend an Open House on Saturday, April 1, at 10 am. Parents and children are invited to attend! For details and to RSVP, email the school registrar ([email protected]) to meet teachers and current co-op parents, view the classroom, and learn about with your name and your child's name and date of birth. our program. Contact the registrar ([email protected]) for more information or to RSVP for the open house. We look forward to meeting you! Whittier Kids Preschool Located on-site at Whittier Elementary, our play-based preschool focuses on Phinney Cooperativa Preescolar en Español (PCPE) dynamic curriculum that fosters creativity, instills a love for learning, builds social skills, Do you have a 1 to 5-year-old who speaks or is learning Spanish at home? Are you and raises awareness of the community. We are beginning to enroll for next school interested in a cooperative preschool experience? Would your family like to be a part year and invite you to come learn more about our Preschool program! Upcoming of a strong bilingual community? Preschool tours on March 8, March 22 and April 5 at 9:15 am. If yes, check out PCPE, PNA’s Spanish-speaking cooperative preschool, which has For more information, email [email protected] or visit phinneycenter. a limited number of openings for the 2017-18 school year. PCPE provides a play- org/whittierkids. based learning environment, encouraging and supporting the whole child and his/ her development process, as well as a strong community of bi-lingual families from Whittier Kids Before and After School Program many diverse Latino cultures. To learn more and register for our Chicos (1-2 year Whittier Kids offers quality before- and after-school care for Kindergarten-5th olds), Medianos (3-4 year olds), Grandes (3-4 year olds), and Pre-K (4-5 year olds) graders on-site at Whittier Elementary. 2017-18 open enrollment for new families is classes visit: pcpeseattle.org or contact us at: [email protected]. April 4. Learn more online at phinneycenter.org/whittierkids.

Page 8 • The Review • Spring 2017 Progress on the path to ownership of Greenwood Senior Center

By Marty Chakoian The Phinney Neighborhood Associa- tion (PNA) is one step closer to owning the property where the Greenwood Se- nior Center has served Seattle’s seniors since 1978. The transfer of ownership from the City of Seattle to the PNA achieved a ma- jor milestone when the City completed the first step in the review period, dur- ing which the community was asked to comment on the proposed change. Neighbors and program participants alike overwhelmingly supported the property transfer, which would give the building and grounds to the PNA at no cost in exchange for preserving the pri- mary purpose of the Greenwood Senior Center (GSC): a hub for services to se- niors and to the community. As one PNA business member wrote, “This transfer of property will allow not only for improvements to the building itself but also to the quality of the pro- grams there going forward…The PNA will keep the property in great shape and accessible to the citizens of our great neighborhood.” and configuration of the building itself. even with PNA ownership. “Those That process, she promises, “will be This member’s sentiment was echoed Cecily Kaplan, PNA's director of kinds of structural changes are big and very extensive, very exciting and real- by many other enthusiastic Greenwood senior programs, acknowledges the expensive. We have to engage the com- ly driven by the community we serve. Senior Center participants and neighbors need for improvements. “Accessibil- munity in the discussion of what to do. It’s an opportunity for all of us to work who submitted comments to the City. ity is our biggest need right now,” she Then we have to take that information together to create a long term vision Many highlighted the value of the says. “We have people participating in and put it into some kind of long range for a very special resource.” And en- services the GSC provides to seniors, our programs downstairs who cannot plan. And then raise the money to do it. tirely consistent with the PNA’s strate- calling it a “haven for people who live even join us for lunch upstairs because It takes time to do that right.” gic goal of protecting, expanding and alone and have nowhere to go.” Oth- they can’t negotiate our stairway. I’ve In fact, once the transfer is com- enhancing the programs and services ers called out the important role the actually used my own car to drive peo- pleted, predicts PNA Executive Direc- it provides. Phinney-Greenwood community plays ple around the outside of the building tor Lee Harper, the PNA and the com- Anyone wishing to know more about in the success of the Center, identify- so they could get from the basement munity will take a moment celebrate, the property transfer process or its ing PNA ownership of the property as “a room to the main floor. That’s not sus- catch its breath, and then begin the status can contact Lee Harper at the wonderful opportunity for like-minded tainable accessibility!” years-long process of planning for and Phinney Neighborhood Association at people to get together in community But Kaplan cautions against expect- prioritizing increased services and 206.783.2244 or email her at leeh@ and advocate wisely for positive change ing any immediate facility upgrades building improvements. phinneycenter.org . for elders.” Others simply applauded the City for its forward-thinking strategy with com- ments like: • "Great idea! GSC offers so much to the community. We want to see them around for many years to come.” STACEY L. ROMBERG • “Great addition for the neighbor- ATTORNEY AT LAW hood!” STACEY L. ROMBERG • “Yahoo for the City!” ATTORNEY AT LAW • “Great idea—so get on with it!" The transfer of ownership to the PNA 10115 greenwood ave. n., pmb #275 seattle, wa 98133 will help to ensure that the Greenwood Senior Center remains a secure home [email protected] for the many programs offered there. www.staceyromberg.com It also opens the possibility for the PNA 206.784.5305 to expand or enhance those programs, business • probate some of which are limited by the size estate planning Phinney Ridge Eyecare come enjoy the view!

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The Review • Spring 2017 • Page 9 The Planning your next stages in life

Village By Nicole Francois healthcare services such as assistance Retirement is rarely a topic of conver- with medications, bathing, grooming sation most are thrilled to discuss, but and dressing. it’s a crucial topic we should approach Continuing Care Retirement Commu- early on. The landscape of retirement nities, (CCRCs), are similar to indepen- PNA Village celebrates living has evolved too, and people have dent living communities but with a con- more choices and control than ever. tinuum of care levels, including assisted Many people are engaged in programs living services, memory care and skilled two anniversaries like PNA Village, or services like in-home nursing. To move to a CCRC, there is typi- By Marguerite Langlois then, we’ve developed an extensive net- care. And some people choose indepen- cally an upfront entrance fee. This low- Providing a framework for aging work of members, volunteers and com- dent retirement communities, or select ers monthly costs and provides for care dynamically in community—that’s our munity connections to provide the kind various services, including assisted living, needed in the future. core belief and our reason for exist- of active intergenerational community skilled nursing and memory care. Secure Memory Care is designed ing and growing as a mutigenerational we want for elders. A few highlights: It can be difficult to identify which specifically for residents with significant community of members, volunteers, We’ve grown to 165 members, and option(s) best suit your lifestyle choices cognitive impairment or dementia. Resi- and the wider community we live in. 160 volunteers, and our volunteers and needs. Here are brief descriptions of dents have structured activities and are And this quarter, the Village is cel- range in age from 6 years old to 91. common options: closely cared for by staff who are spe- ebrating two anniversaries: the 15th We’re now active in the Phinney Villages Seniors of all regions and eco- cifically trained to work with people who anniversary of the Village Movement, Ridge, Greenwood, Ballard, Broadview nomic groups consistently report wanting have memory impairment. and our own 5th anniversary of the and Bitter Lake neighborhoods. to remain in their homes as they age. In Adult Family Homes are an option for PNA Village. We’ve developed a number of small response, communities nationwide have those who require frequent assistance Fifteen years ago, a group of seniors groups for reading, writing, conversa- launched programs known as “villages”-- and close monitoring. The quality of in Beacon Hill, Boston, wanted a differ- tions on current events and theatre-go- not physical retirement communities, but adult family homes varies greatly. It is ad- ent way to remain in their communi- ing, and are planning on more. neighborhood networks where seniors vised one thoroughly research the home, ties and stay active where they lived Our volunteer services now include connect with one another, have access to check its records with DSHS and tour but realized they might need support drivers, “handy helpers,” health care ad- social and vetted professionals, and receive more than once. Using a Senior Housing to do this. Thus began the first “vir- vocates and friendly visitors. volunteer help. This ensures they age with Specialist may be helpful. tual” Village. Now there are 200 ac- We’re preparing to join with other dignity, and can remain safely in their cho- Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) serve tive villages with 150 in development local villages to advocate for what is sen home and community. In 2012, PNA different needs. Many will use a SNF for throughout the US. Seattle currently needed to grow vibrant communities launched the PNA Village program, unique recovery from a health crisis because the has three active villages with another and meet the needs of elders as our city in the region because of its connection to facility offers therapeutic and nursing ready to open soon. and state grow and develop. the Greenwood Senior Center. services along with assistance with daily On February 13, PNA Village We are your Village. We are an ac- Home Care is companion-based. A tasks. Medicare typically covers costs for members, volunteers and friends tive vibrant part of your community. professional comes to your home to up to 100 days. Skilled nursing can also gathered to take part in a national And we’re looking for members, volun- help with household tasks, transpor- be a resource for those in need of long- celebration of the Village Movement. teers, committee members and friends tation, maintaining your medication term custodial care; though only about We shared snacks and desserts had to grow along with us - people who be- schedule,and providing support with four percent of Washingtonians ever re- and an engaging discussion about the lieve that aging is a vital and challenging bathing, grooming and dressing. quire such care. importance of choice and community phase of life best shared and supported Home Health is healthcare provided in Being proactive and planning ahead as we age. in intergenerational community, that el- your home and ordered by a physician for can greatly reduce the stress and the It was an excellent prelude to our ders can contribute to social capital, and a specific need. This often includes physi- costs associated with growing older. own 5th anniversary, which we will that everyone, regardless of age or abil- cal therapy and skilled nursing services. Have a conversation with those you love celebrate on April 23. Over five years ity, has the right to choose what’s right Independent Living retirement com- about what you want. Then, meet with ago, a group of PNA members began for them as they grow older. munities are a lot like living in an apart- your healthcare and financial profession- the extensive planning and prepara- Interested? Contact the Village ment with hotel-like amenities. You re- al to determine what setting best meets tion it took for the PNA Village to for- office at 206.789.1217 or at village@ ceive weekly housekeeping, and have your needs and budget. mally open in the spring of 2012. 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Page 10 • The Review • Spring 2017 Greenwood explosion continued from front limbo. Gorditos owner Shannon Hall says things are going well now and “we are so amazed with how great the community has been through all of this!” But other businesses were hit harder still. In an interview with Seattle Met, Baltazar Soto, owner of Neptune Coffee, says they lost everything. “We don't have any plans set in concrete,” he told the PNA, adding “we appreciate everyone's support and our ultimate goal is to be back in our old spot someday.” Joon Park of Greenwood Quick Stop told us that he has been helping his mother with the family’s other store in Marysville since the explosion, and still hasn’t figured out what to do in the near future. Even those that survived the blast had many trials to endure. Tim told us that the event has caused a massive amount of emotional duress for him and his team, and that the constant battle to get insur- ance agencies to pay out hasn’t helped. Louise chimed in on the issue, stating A mural painted after the rebuilding gives new life to the exterior of Gorditos. that the BFI didn’t receive its insurance Mural curated by Oasis Graves 33. Photo by Spyridon "Spin" Nicon. payout until December of 2016, and that they were one of the lucky ones. on request, and Zoey Catering says that “It did often feel like a willful barrier their business phone is unchanged and of understanding on their part,” she said, still operating. a sentiment that Tim more than echoed. Mr. Gyros continues to serve the com- Both were adamant about the fact munity out of a food truck at the site of that even with insurance and commu- the explosion, while G&O Family Cyclery nity support, the overall impact of the has migrated a block north of their origi- explosion has still been devastating to nal location and owner Davey Oil says he their businesses. is committed to opening an even better Others still are in limbo. The commer- store than before, in spite of everything. cial space for Insurrection was yellow- In a year, it’s easy for those of us who tagged due to significant structural dam- weren’t affected to forget the past, but age, forcing their physical store to close. the people and businesses caught by the Kouzina was also unable to continue, explosion are still in the thick of it. driven to abandoning their shop and fo- The struggle continues for those that cusing on their other business, Zoey Ca- are left. So this week, or next, if you feel tering company. like getting out and doing some shop- KING COUNTY These shops, however, continue to ping or grabbing a bite, go visit a local find a way to survive. Insurrection offers face. You can’t go wrong with this in- SEED LENDING LIBRARY fittings in the Phinney Center building credible group of survivors. Located at the PNA Tool Library

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The Review • Spring 2017 • Page 11 Meet Your Local Business Owners Tasty bites in the neighborhood

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Angie Heyer has owned the restaurant now called The Goat On Greenwood for eight years, since June 2009. It was originally called Stumbling Goat Bistro, and has been a Phinney fixture for 16 years. In 2015, the property the restaurant is on was sold and Angie was told that Stum- bling Goat would have to move out before new construction began. With no clear idea of exactly when construction would begin or end, Angie realized that staying Ada's Restaurant & Bar . 5910 Phinney Ave N . adasrestaurantandbar.com open would require making so many changes that it would no longer be the Stum- bling Goat she and the community so loved. “We didn’t want to dishonor the memo- Nick Sfondouris opened Ada’s to honor the memory of his wife, Ada, who passed ry of the place it was before,” says Angie. In addition, the Stumbling Goat had a large away a few years ago. Ada and Nick lived in the Phinney Ridge area for more than 35 staff whose jobs would disappear once the building came down, and she didn’t want years, and they have both always loved this neighborhood dearly. to hold them in anticipation of an unclear end date. With a lot of sadness, Stumbling Ada’s is Nick’s first restaurant, and he took great care in creating an experience Goat closed in August 2016. that honored his wife’s memory and their shared commitment to fostering a vibrant In November 2016, having gotten notice that she could stay in the building through community. Diners at Ada’s can often meet Nick as he walks through the dining room part of 2017, Angie opened up The Goat on Greenwood. The Goat has a small, part- shaking hands, welcoming guests, asking for feedback and getting to know everyone. time staff and serves a simple and down-to-earth menu, a model much more suited It seems an impossible task to cultivate such personal connections with customers to the short term. while running a restaurant, but Nick has help. Manager George and chef Skyler were Angie’s wife Keri has a Southern background and Angie loves pinball, so they came carefully chosen by Nick to help create the stylish but cozy ambiance and thoughtful, up with the concept of casual Southern-style fare and lots of pinball machines – think delicious New American menu, which makes subtle nods to Nick’s Greek heritage. gastropub meets arcade meets cozy dive bar. There’s no compromise on the quality A landlord who focuses on properties in the Phinney Ridge area, Nick has a deep of the food – that was important to them both – but the restaurant and the food have passion for creating community. He works hard to keep rents affordable for residents a much more down-to-earth feel, the kind of place you’d go to just hang out and have in his properties, in order to offer as many people as possible the opportunity to rent a beer or some dinner if you’ve had a long day. Angie got eight pinball machines, Ms in this area in spite of rising rental costs. Pac Man and Donkey Kong games and joined the Seattle Pinball League. They hold As someone who values community so much, it seems natural for Nick to have Arcade Decathlons every Thursday and Pinball Tournaments every Sunday. created this restaurant that invites bubbling conversation over good food in honor of his wife. Although Ada herself has passed, it seems that her spirit and her love for this community live on in the restaurant that got her name. Welcome new PNA Business Members!

Business moves and changes To learn about PNA Business Membership, go to phinneycenter.org/business or contact Alex Gramps at [email protected], 206.783.2244. • Frock, 6500 Phinney Ave N, has closed. • The Phinery (pronounced “Finery) is moving into Frock’s former location at 6500 • Banner Dental: thegreenwooddentist.com Phinney Ave N and will open this spring. They will offer home furnishings and • The Bear Services, LLC: thebearservices.com decor, interior design services and classes. • Cascade Cactus and Succulent Society: cascadecss.org • G&O Family Cyclery is soon reopening in their new permanent location at 8558 • Cat Ladies Cat Sitting: catladiescatsitting.com Greenwood Ave N – just a couple doors north of the temporary spot they’ve been • Chickadee Music Together: chickadeemusic.com in since the explosion. • Darci Gillespie - Windermere Real Estate: darcigillespie.com • Naked City Brewery is opening a Camano Island location this Spring 2017 • Dr. Dick and Noel Shepard: networkcare.org • Nutty Squirrel Gelato is opening a Magnolia location this Spring • First Light Farm: upickseattle.com • Opus Co. plans to open in the space formerly occupied by Martino’s • Hilltop Children's Center: hilltopcc.com this Spring • Hounds Tooth Public House: houndstoothpublic.com • Seatown Veterinary officially opened in January • Irons Brothers Construction: ironsbc.com • The Cookie Counter will reopen in spring 2017, and is currently taking special orders. • PEPS - Program for Early Parent Support: peps.org • The Phinery: phinneyridgeinteriors.com • Royal Scottish Country Dance Society: rscds-seattle.org • S Spa Seattle: sspaseattle.com • The Savoy at Lake City: thesavoylakecity.com • Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce: seattlechamber.com • Sound & Fury Morris Dancers: soundandfurymorris.com DR. DICK SHEPARD • Teasome: teasomeseattle.net “not your ordinary chiropractor”

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Page 12 • The Review • Spring 2017 Modern: Japanese Cuisine . 6108 Phinney Ave N . modern-seattle.com Teasome . 6412 Phinney Ave N . teasomeseattle.net

Setsuko Tanaka has lived in the Phinney Ridge area for several years, and she Yi Liu opened Teasome, an Asian Fusion restaurant that shares the name of his opened Modern in 2015. Modern serves a variety of Japanese dishes, including sushi, tea brand, in October of 2016. Originally from Yueyang, China, Yi came to Newberg, and is open for lunch, dinner and happy hour Tuesdays through Sundays. However, Oregon, for college in 2008 and was shocked to find that Chinese food there tasted there’s another side to Modern; Setsuko Pastry, Setsuko’s wholesale and retail des- nothing like what he used to eat at home. He started teaching himself to cook, mostly sert business. noodles at first, and called his mom back in China when he needed cooking advice. The kind of desserts that Setsuko makes have their roots in French traditions that Soon what he and his friends called “noodle time” became a regular occurrence, with made their way to Japan, so many of Setsuko’s desserts are very familiar to the Amer- more and more students joining in and bringing groceries to make fresh home-made ican palate. However, Japanese interpretations of typical French sweets tend to have food together. less sugar and there are more gluten-free and dairy free options. She also flavors Yi and his wife Siyu married in Seattle, where Yi worked in tech and Siyu began to some of her desserts with matcha (green tea), adzuki bean (red bean) and yuzu (a study architecture. Yi picked up side jobs delivering food for companies like Ubereats citrus fruit). and Caviar, and kept honing his cooking skills cooking for friends until Siyu and their Setsuko’s career didn’t start with pastry; she was a hotel concierge in Osaka, and friends began to encourage him to open his own restaurant. baking started off as a hobby. She went to pastry school in Osaka and started teach- With a lot of planning and preparation, Yi finally took the leap to quit his tech job ing others to bake in her home. After studying abroad in Minnesota, Setsuko came and open Teasome. Teasome offers a mix of dishes that combine authentic home- to Seattle to open her own pastry business, Setsuko pastry. She eventually decided style cooking with flavors from Chinese, Japanese, Hawaiian and Thai cuisines. to combine her pastry business with a sushi restaurant, and worked with a sushi chef Some dishes are authentic to Yi’s native cuisine, others are blends of many of his to open Modern. Now you can see Setsuko in the restaurant making sushi and help- favorite foods. ing customers, especially at lunch time. Modern has a covered back patio with heat You can often see Yi in the shop when you stop in, and he makes many of his own lamps that can accommodate private parties. Setsuko accepts preorders three days deliveries during the lunch hour. Yi says, “I consider every customer my friend. […] I in advance for special cakes for birthdays, weddings and parties. want my shop to be a friendly neighborhood eating spot that lasts a long time.”

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The Review • Spring 2017 • Page 13 Senior Highlights Programs designed for people 55 & older

A quick stop for a group photo rounds out a lively outing. GSC trips take advantage of our public transit and are an enjoyable, low-cost way to see the city. Sign up and join the fun! Trips & Outings

Note that all trips are made taking public transportation and traveling on pedestrian-friendly city streets. Every effort is made to make the trips accessible, but participants need to be able to walk or wheel in an urban environment, typically up to a half Greenwood Senior mile per increment. If you have accessibility needs that will prevent you from doing so, contact us ahead of time. Trips need five Center participants minimum to happen, and are restricted to 10 participants maximum for reasons of safety. Call to reserve your space 525 N. 85th St. ahead of time. Trip times can be subject to change based on bus schedules or other transportation changes. Seattle, WA 98103 Phone: 206.297.0875 Office Hours: M-F 8:30-4:30 Chihuly Garden and Glass Trip UW Atmospheric Sciences Building Web: phinneycenter.org/gsc Tuesday, Mar 28, 10 am-2 pm. Free admission; bring additional money for bus fare and lunch. Meet at the Tour GSC Staff GSC. Tuesday, Apr 18, 10 am-2 pm. Free, bring bus fare and Director: Cecily Kaplan Chihuly Garden and Glass generously donated several money for lunch. free tickets to us for a summer visit. We’ll catch the Metro We’ll catch the bus to the UW campus where we’ll visit the Social Worker: Carin Mack Atmospheric Sciences building for a presentation and demon- bus to the Seattle Center where we’ll start with lunch in stration, followed by a tour. Lunch at the Husky Union Building Program Coordinator: the Center Armory, before exploring exhibits of both real Ariel Burnett and glass flowers. Wear comfortable shoes for a moderate before heading back to the Center. RSVP: 206.297.0875. Volunteer Coordinator: urban walk. LeAnne Chow Heron Walk at Commodore Park Office Coordinator: Tuesday, May 2, 9 am–1 pm, bring bus fare. Meet at the GSC. Seattle Art Museum Terry Honodel Friday, Apr 7, 10:00 am – 2 pm. Free for over 62 ($11 Take a walk through Ballard’s Commodore Park with other Memory Loss Program for optional special exhibit), bring bus fare and money GSC members and Michael Marsh, Heron Monitor with Heron Coordinator: Erika Merz for lunch. Meet at the GSC. Habitat Helpers. Using telescopes, observe great blue her- We’ll ride the bus downtown to the Seattle Art Museum ons in over 50 nests as they protect their territory, incubate PNA Village Director: for their monthly Free Senior Day. Check out just their eggs, feed hatchlings and fly in search of food. Wear comfort- Riana Nolet able shoes that can get a little muddy, if necessary. RSVP: extensive regular galleries or purchase half-price tickets for PNA Village Program 206.297.0875. the special Jacob Lawrence: Migrations exhibit, here on loan Coordinator: Rebecca Fogarty for only a short time. We’ll follow with a stop for lunch and Community Dining Chef: then bus back to the Center. RSVP: 206.297.0875. Sound Steps Marcolina Morales Senior Zoo Walkers Tuesdays & Thursdays, Ongoing, 9:15-10:45 am. $15/12 wks. Woodland Park Zoo, South Gate (50th & Fremont) Woodland Park Zoo, Group Health and Seattle Parks invite Holiday Closure you to join Senior Zoo Walkers, promoting fitness and social- izing in a beautiful setting. Fitness Leader Warm-up at 9:15 am. The GSC will be closed Mail check payable to “Woodland Park Zoo Society” with name Monday, May 29, address and phone number to: WP Zoo, Ed. Dept./Classes, 601 N 59th St, Seattle 98103. for Memorial Day.

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AARP Tax Help at GSC Earth Day Event: Learning From Rachel Carson Thursdays, Through Apr 13, 9 am-4 pm. Free. GSC. Wednesday, Apr 19, 1-2 pm & Friday Apr 21, 1-3:30pm. GSC. Free. Once you have compiled all the necessary paperwork to complete your return, Rachel Carson’s 1963 warnings about the effects of pesticides and herbicides - call 206.297.0875 to schedule an appointment with the AARP volunteer tax prepar- especially DDT - sparked a revolution in environmental policy and created a new ers. While this service is free (such a bargain!), donations to the GSC are appreciated. ecological consciousness. Join us as we view the two-part PBS series, Rachel Car- son’s Silent Spring. Following the second episode, we will gather for a facilitated discussion on her legacy and what represents our Silent Spring in the modern day. First Friday Film Series RSVP at 206.297.0875. 1st Fridays, Apr 7, May 5, June 2. 1pm. Free. GSC. Enjoy fun and thought provoking movies with other movie buffs. April: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991) Podiatrist Talk Thursday, Apr 20. 12:30-1:30 pm. Free. In this adaptation of Fanny Flagg's novel, flashbacks reveal the remarkable and Alan Woodle, DPM, from the Greenwood Foot and Ankle Clinic, will present mysterious story of soul mates Idgie and Ruth, whose antics cause an uproar in on common foot and ankle complaints, give tips on care and explain the role of a their rural Southern town during the 1920s. podiatrist in your healthcare. Dr. Woodle is a specialty consultant for many dance May: Since Otar Left (2003) companies including the Pacific Northwest Ballet and the US Biathlon team, the When a Georgian woman finds out that her brother Otar has died suddenly in past President of the Washington State Podiatric Medical Association, a two-time Paris, she tries to conceal the truth from her mother, changing the course of their winner of Podiatrist of the Year from the Washington State Podiatry Association, lives forever. and a clinical instructor of anatomy at the University of Washington School of June: Mrs. Palfrey at the Claremont (2006) Medicine. RSVP: 206.297.0875 After the death of her husband, Mrs. Palfrey moves to London with the hope of gaining her independence and seeing her grandson. How to get more energy from the food you eat Friday, Apr 21, 10:30 am-12 pm. Free. GSC. Cook and eat more plant-based foods! Learn about the benefits of whole grains, Classic movies with Scarecrow Video: Born vegetables and superfoods, and get easy tips on how to incorporate them more into Yesterday your daily diet. Presenter Allison Hill will give pointers on healthy lifestyle habits while Tuesday, Mar 21, 2:30 pm. Free. GSC. demonstrating techniques for busy people. Includes a tasting to prove how delicious Scarecrow Video, a local nonprofit film organization dedicated to championing good food can be. Register: 206.297.0875. the role of film arts in community, cultural and civic life, presents a classic movie every quarter at the GSC. Born Yesterday (1950): An uncouth tycoon goes to Garden Hospitality: Inviting birds and bugs to Washington, D.C., with his brassy girlfriend to "influence" a politician or two. He hires a journalist to educate her and, in the process, she learns just how deep his your yard corruption goes. Starring Judy Holiday, William Holden and Broderick Crawford. Friday, Apr 25, 2:30-3:30 pm. Free. GSC. Come and have fun learning about our local birds and how to support and enjoy them here in our urban oasis. Penny Bolton will bring colorful slides of resident birds, Mural Project 2017 and stories to share. Learn how people fit into our ecosystem and how they can help Wednesday, Mar 22. 1-2:30 pm. Free. ameliorate some of the negative impacts that increased density brings. Penny will dis- Join seniors, people living with memory loss and their companions, including cuss how gardeners can encourage and support the birds and beneficial insects native children and teens, to create paintings or collage that will be included in a travel- to our area. You will be able to ask questions and learn about features we can add to ling mural exhibit. There is no cost for participating in a mural making workshop our landscape to make it more attractive to birds, and also what to avoid. Instructor and supplies will be provided. Presented by Seniors Creating Art and The Art of has been a King County Master Gardener for over 25 years, a Seattle Audubon Master Birder for 3 years, and has just completed a certificate program in Applied Animal Alzheimers. RSVP: 206.297.0875. Behavior in at the UW. Register: 206.297.0875 Technology Mentoring Wednesdays, Mar 22, May 10. 2:30-4 pm. Free. Breaking White Silence Book Group Wednesdays, May 3 - 17, 10:30 am-12 pm. Free. GSC. Do you need help with your cell phone? Tablet (Some GSC tablets available for Participate in a new project of the Phinney Neighborhood Association, which demonstrations)? E-Reader? Laptop? Fit-Bit? Come and get one-on-one assistance is intended to create several anti-racist consciousness raising groups throughout from a group of knowledgeable youth volunteers. Register: 206.297.0875 our community, including one at the GSC. As a starting place we will be using Robin DiAngelo’s book, What It Means to be White, Developing White Racial Lit- Coloring for relaxation eracy. Using Dr. DiAngelo’s text and encouraging personal reflection and conver- Wednesday, Mar 29, 1-3 pm. Free. GSC. sation, these book groups are a first step to open up discussion about whiteness, Studies have shown that creative work can be deeply meditative and beneficial white privilege and racism. For further information about this project or to RSVP: to one’s sense of well-being. We’ll have lots of beautiful pages, pens, pencils, soft 206.297.0875. To learn more about Robin DiAngelo’s work: robindiangelo.com. music and chamomile tea. Come to see if this technique is effective for you, or just come to spend a quiet afternoon with others. Register: 206.297.0875. ACLU Presentation: Know your free speech rights Wednesday, May 10, 1-2:30 pm. Free. GSC. Tea and chamber music with the Girsky Quartet Join the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) for an informative presentation Friday, Mar 31, 4-5 pm. $5 suggested donation. GSC on our First Amendment rights and how they apply to you. Protecting free speech Join the Greenwood Senior Center and the very talented Girsky Quartet for means protecting a free press, the democratic process, diversity of thought and so a concert event that you won’t want to miss! The Girsky Quartet is Artur Girsky, much more. Q&A to follow, so bring your questions. RSVP: 206.297.0875. Natasha Bazhanov, (Seattle Symphony violinists), Thane Lewis (Tacoma Symphony violist) and Rowena Hammill (Los Angeles Opera cellist). Around the world luncheon series goes to New Humanities Washington Lecture: Diamonds in Orleans Friday, May 12, 12 pm. $5. GSC. the ether Join us for our quarterly luncheon celebrating international cuisines and culture. Wednesday, Apr 12, 1-2:30 pm. Free. GSC. This spring we’re exploring closer to home and will stay in the United States to Look back and listen to the people, stations and stories that made radio celebrate the food and music of New Orleans. Festive foods and entertainment with broadcasting a vital part of the culture of the Pacific Northwest. Innovations in good company. RSVP: 206.297.0875. technology, programming, and business as far back as the 1920s made radio in this remote corner a little bit different than the rest of the United States, and connected the people of Washington with events and entertainment from Geriatrician Talk: End of Life Considerations across the country and around the world. With a mixture of vintage audio, Wednesday, May 17, 1-2:30 pm. GSC. Free historic images and expert storytelling, radio historian and broadcaster Feliks Dr. Judy Kwok will present on end-of-life considerations from a doctor’s viewpoint. Banel revisits the power of radio in the Evergreen State then and now, and looks She will also discuss the logistics of POLST (Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treat- ahead to the unpredictable future of local radio in our communities. RSVP: ment) forms and health care-related DPOA (Durable Power of Attorney) forms. Bring 206.297.0875. Sponsored by Humanities Washington. your questions. RSVP: 206.297.0875.

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Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs Music Presentation G-Notes Wednesday, May 24. 1-2 pm. GSC. Free. Fridays, 9:30-11am. Free. The Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs was established by ordinance in 2012, Do you enjoy singing songs from the 20s to the 50s? The G-Notes are looking for new members! All are welcome to audition. If interested, contact director Marilyn Watson with the recognition of the importance and need for a strong relationship between for more information, 425.640.5208, or leave a message at the GSC front desk. the City of Seattle government and the immigrant and refugee communities which it serves. Community Liaison Specialist Hassan Wardere will present an overview of his Games & Crafts department and answer your questions. RSVP at 206.297.0875. Pinochle Mondays, 8:30 am-3 pm. $1. Ask an Immigrant Panel Discussion Pinochle players wanted! Join us and enjoy one of America’s favorite strategy card Wednesday, May 31, 1:30-3 pm. Free. GSC. games. All levels welcome! Over 17% of Seattle residents were born in a foreign country. In the debate over immigration, we sometimes forget that we are talking about our own neighbors, not just abstractions. Join us for a frank panel discussion with members of our close com- Scrabble Mondays and Thursdays, 10 am-3 pm. Free. munity who will share their stories of immigration and assimilation, both recent and If you love Scrabble, join us! This is a fun, informal group who will happily welcome not so recent. For questions or to RSVP: 206.297.0875. Scrabble players of all ages.

Bingo/Karaoke Nights American Mah Jongg Friday, Mar 31, Apr 28, May 26, 7-10 pm. $15 PNA Members/ $20 Public. Tuesdays, 2:30-4:30 pm. Free. GSC. Beginners welcome. For further information, email [email protected]. An exciting evening of bingo, karaoke and good times for folks age 21 and older. Reserve your spot online at www.phinneycenter.org/bingo. This sells out quickly; Senior Stitchers reservations open at 12:01 am on the Monday following each event. 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month, 1-3 pm. Free. Informal stitching group to work on your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch and other Ongoing Groups stitching projects. Bring your own supplies and projects. Meal Programs Writing Groups GSC Daily Lunch Program Monday-Friday, Noon. $5 suggested donation for diners 60 and over, and $10 Greenwood Poets fixed cost for 59 and younger. Mondays, 2:30-4:30 pm. Free. Enjoy delicious scratch meals five days a week, as part of a thriving county-wide Greenwood Poets was established in 2003 and has evolved into what is now an community of diners. Enjoy tasty and nutritious fare at an amazingly low cost for peo- enthusiastic group of writers whose main interest is in critiquing each others’ poetry. ple 60 and over! Monthly menus available at the GSC front desk. We try to keep membership at no more than a dozen in order to give each person time at our weekly two hour meetings. We are no longer a beginner group. Members range from intermediate to very experienced published poets. Aurora Commons Meal If you are at least 55 and would be able to commit to weekly attendance, we invite The GSC partners with nearby Aurora Commons to help provide a monthly free you to come observe a session. When our numbers drop below twelve, we are open to meal program. To volunteer, call Cecily Kaplan at 206.297.0875. new members. We request a sample of your poetry so we can see if our group would meet your needs. Please contact [email protected], or call 206.297.0875, for Services for Seniors more info. For appointments or registration, call the GSC at 206.297.0875. All services at GSC Book & Discussion Groups unless otherwise noted. Current Events Discussion Group Manicures 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month, 1-2 pm. Free. Friday, Mar 31, Apr 7, May 5, May 26, Jun 2, 10 am-12 pm. Free. A lively, and sometimes challenging, informal group that discusses current events, By appointment only. RSVP by preceding Wednesday: 206.297.0875. politics, nutrition, health care and more. Financial Services German Language Conversation Group 2nd Wednesday of each month, beginning at 1:30 pm. Free 30 minute con- Fridays, 10:30 am-12 pm. Free. sultation. Hallo! Haben Sie Lust Deutsch zu sprechen? Join us at the Greenwood Senior Cen- Kylle Bernethy, a financial services professional with Foresters Equity Services, ter every Friday morning. Everyone, any age, any level of ability to speak German is Inc. is available for 30-minute one-on-one appointments. Get assistance with your welcome. financial questions or concerns. Registered Representative of and offering securities through Foresters Equity Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Book Discussion Group 1st Tuesday each month, Apr 4, May 2, Jun 6. 1-2:30 pm. Free. Foot Care Expect in-depth discussions about interesting and challenging literature. We do not 2nd & 4th Friday & 3rd Monday of each month, 9 am-3 pm. $30/members, have copies to lend, but only choose readily available books, currently in paperback. $34/public. Please have read book if attending. Call 206.297.0875 for upcoming titles. Nurse Tina Williams helps you take care of your feet. Understanding Happiness Haircuts Wednesdays, 10-11:30 am. Free. HomeStreet Bank, 7307 Greenwood Ave. N 2nd Tuesday of the month, 1-4 pm. $10. As we grow older in this culture, we feel a sense of diminishment. In other cultures elders have a place of dignity and respect. What do they do? Research is clear on what Legal Assistance brings happiness. Let’s focus on how to find happiness as we grow older. Led by Cecile 3rd Thursday of each month, 1-2:30 pm. Free. Andrews, author of Slow is Beautiful and Circle of Simplicity. Sign up for a 30-minute appointment with attorney Clifton Johnson to discuss your legal concerns. Conversation and the News of the Day Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 am. Free. Couth Buzzard Books, 8310 Greenwood Ave. N Senior Rights Assistance Read all about it! Talk all about it! Join us in congenial conversation about current Times vary, by appointment only. Free, donations welcome. news events. We’ll be in local bookstore and coffee house, Couth Buzzard. No need to Have questions regarding estate planning, decision making or healthcare? Jerry come prepared with anything, just a desire for wonderful conversation! Keating offers 50-minute appointments. Call in advance. Women’s Friendship Group Minor Computer Repair 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month, 1-2:30pm, Free. By appointment only. Free. In this group we will explore our aging in an open and personal way. This ongoing A volunteer will troubleshoot your computer problems, and will fix what issues he discussion group is for women only. can. Call for availability.

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All programs are held at the GSC, 525 N 85th St, unless otherwise noted. For de- tails, call the GSC at 206.297.0875. Carin’s Corner Yoga for mood, mind and memory Fridays, Mar 24- May 19 (no class Apr 7). 11 am-12 pm. Series: $40 PNA Members/$60 Non-Members. Care partners attend free. GSC Social Services Join instructor Carrie Smith, MSW for an hour of yoga and meditation specifically Carin Mack, MSW tailored for the needs of those with memory loss. Recent studies have shown that provides individual the practice of yoga in concert with meditation can be connected to improvement in counseling at GSC on brain activity, mood, anxiety and coping skills. Chair or floor options available. Wear Tuesday, Wednesday and comfortable clothing. Register at 206.297.0875. Thursday.

To make an appointment, The Alzheimer’s Café at Stage Door Café email socialwkr@comcast. Stage Door Café, 208 N 85th St. (Next to Taproot Theatre) 2nd Mondays, Mar 13, Apr 10, May 8, Jun 12, 3:30-5 pm. Free + your café order. net or call 206.230.0166. This Café provides an opportunity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias and their care partners to get out and socialize in a safe environ- Carin also facilitates the ment. Parking is available in the Taproot Theatre lot. Call Carin to learn more. following free support groups. Donations to the Carin Mack, GSC for Carin’s services Social Worker All Present: A Song Circle are appreciated. Thursdays, Apr 6-May 25. 10:30 am – 12 pm. $40 PNA members/ $60 Public A chorus for people with memory loss and community members who love to sing. Song sheets will be provided. Register at 206.297.0875.

Adult Daughters Early Stage Memory Caring For Their Loss Mothers For those diagnosed with Address mother-daughter mild memory loss issues. Sup- relationship issues which are port group meets 1st Tuesday of unique to this caregiving role. each month to discuss coping, This group is open to all women communication and other areas who are involved in provid- of concern. Screening with Carin ing support for their mothers required before participation. Call in their homes, in facilities or 206.230.0166 for details. First long distance. Facilitated by Tuesday of the month. Mar 9*, Carin Mack, MSW, and Jane B.G. Apr 4, May 2, Jun 6; 10:30 am- Tornatore, Ph. D. Meets at the noon. *note date change GSC the 1st Wednesday of each The Gathering Place month. Apr 5, May 3, Jun 7; Tuesdays or Thursdays, 1-4 pm. $35/session – some scholarships available. ESML Caregiver Sup- 4-5:30 pm. The Gathering Place is an early stage memory loss program for people living with port Group: Spouses Alzheimer’s, mild cognitive impairment or other kinds of diagnosed memory disor- Monthly group for any spouse ders that impact their daily living. This program fosters a strong sense of community Alzheimer’s who is a caregiver of someone while providing cognitive stimulation, exercise, cultural enrichment and discussion. Caregivers with early stage memory loss. The Gathering Place runs on a quarter system but new members can be added Support and resources for Meets at GSC on the 3rd Tuesday throughout the year. There is no drop-in availability. Pre-screening is required. Call family caregivers of those living of each month. New participants Carin Mack, MSW with any questions or to make an appointment. with dementia. Note that this must contact Carin for schedule program has moved from its details. Mar 21, Apr 18, May 30*, previous location, to the GSC. 10:30 am-12 pm. *note date ESML Zoo Walk Meets 3rd Wednesday of each change. Mondays, 9:30-11:15am. Wednesdays, 10-11:30 am. Free. Woodland Park Zoo month. Mar 15, Apr 19, May 17. Gentle to moderately paced one-mile walk, followed by a social gathering in the 1:30-3 pm. zoo café. Flat, paved surfaces. For those living with Early Stage Memory Loss; care Mid-Stage Memory partners welcome. Pre-registration is required by calling the Alzheimer’s Association Loss Caregiver Sup- at 206.529.3868. A partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and Seattle Parks Parkinson’s port Group: Spouses and Recreation. Caregivers Monthly group for any spouse Provides education, resources who is a caregiver of someone Special Partnerships and coping skills to family mem- with mid-stage memory loss. bers and caregivers of those living Meets at GSC on the 4th Tuesday Hoarding Support Group with Parkinson’s disease. Meets of each month. New participants 3rd Tuesdays, Ongoing, 6-7 pm or 7-8 pm. $10 suggested donation. at GSC the 3rd Tuesday of each must contact Carin for schedule Support for loved ones affected by hoarders provided from 6-7pm, followed by a month. Mar 21, Apr 18, May 23*. details. Mar 28, Apr 25, May 23, support group for those who are struggling to overcome their own hoarding behav- 1-2:30 pm. *note date change. 10:30 am-12 pm. iors from 7-8pm. All are welcome to attend regardless of payment. RSVP is suggested but not required by phone at 253-642-6108. thehoardingproject.org Living Alone Senior Parents Of After the age of 65, many Adult Children With older adults are living alone. New Mental Illness Spouse Loss Drop-In Support Group challenges and issues can arise Wednesdays, Apr 5 – May 24, 3-4:30 pm. Free. GSC. Explores resources, education that we may be uncertain how to Few events in life are as difficult as the death of a spouse or long-term partner. and coping skills related to mental handle. Come to share experienc- If you feel you may benefit from sharing with other widows and widowers, join us. illness, alcohol and addiction es and thoughts. Meets at GSC We’ll create a safe place where you can honor the love you shared with your spouse problems. Meets at Crown Hill on 1st & 3rd Wednesdays. Apr 5 and talk about whatever difficulties you’re experiencing as a result of your loss. Our United Methodist Church, 8500 & 19, May 3*, Jun 7 & 21. 11 am- goal is to help you move through the process of grieving with gentle awareness and 14th Ave NW. Apr 11, May 9, Jun noon. *no meeting May 17. self-compassion. Intended for individuals 60 or older who have lost their spouse or 13; 10 am-noon. life partner in the past 15 months. Register: [email protected] or 206- 226-7943.

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Babysitter Training Later Life Leadership Class Information & Registration Ages 11 yrs & up Marguerite Langlois Class fees vary and are listed in each class description. Pre-registration is required Ken Norris, Retired Firefighter Fri, May 5 & 12, 1-3pm for all PNA-sponsored classes unless noted otherwise. Classes will be canceled for low Sat, Mar 25, 9:30am-1:30pm GSC, Free enrollment, so register early to make sure the class runs. PC Blue Building, Room 6 Register: 206.297.0875 PNA Class Cancellations & Refunds: We refund tuition if we cancel a class, or if you $40 PNA member, $50 Public Are you seeing a need in your commu- cancel your registration at least seven days before class. Register: phinneycenter.org/classes nity but worry about your ability to lead? Greenwood Senior Center (GSC) classes are held at 525 N 85th St. Seattle, WA 98103. or call 206.783.2244 This is your time! Your life experience can Phinney Center (PC) classes are held at 6532 Phinney Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98103. Gain the knowledge and skills to be a translate into a capacity for leadership. In To register: Call the number in the class listing. safe, confident babysitter. Learn about this class you’ll learn clear, specific steps Many classes are offered by individuals or organizations who rent space at the PC or GSC. Registration information for these classes can be found in the class listing. While we infantBe andPrepared child care, age appropriate and skills you can use to develop your do our best to ensure the accuracy of these listings, the PNA is not responsible for errors toys, safety and injury prevention and how leadership approach, and we’ll discuss in ads for classes that are not PNA-sponsored. to handle emergencies. Find out what how to put your life experience to work in parents expect and practice hands-on a variety of ways. skills. Includes in-depth coverage of First Card Making Aid, Infant/Child CPR, and how to be safe Self-Defense 101 For Women at home alone while sitting. Thu, Apr 27, 1:00-3:00pm Joanne Factor, Strategic Living LLC Arts & Crafts GSC, $7 PNA Member, $10 Public CPR/ First Aid/ HIV Tue, Mar 28-May 2, 6:30-8:30 pm Register: 206.297.0875 PC Brick Building, Room 35 Beginning Crochet Handmade cards are fun to receive and Certification $187/6 weeks Liz White even more fun to create! All materials in- Ken Norris, Retired Firefighter Register: StrategicLiving.org Tue, Mar 28, Apr 4 & 11, 1-2pm, cluded in this hands-on workshop. Veteran Sat, Mar 25, Apr 22, May 13 or Jun 17: [email protected] GSC, Free card makers will help show you the ropes 9am-1pm Recognize assailant ploys and manipu- Register: 206.297.0875 and provide assistance with stamping, PC Blue Building, Room 6 lations and how to thwart them. Have you ever wanted to learn crochet? It’s embossing, cutouts and a variety of other $35 PNA member, $45 Public Practice releases from common grabs a fun craft that is good at stimulating the techniques. Whether experienced or not, Register: phinneycenter.org/classes and decisive strikes to vital targets. brain and promoting relaxation. You’ll learn you will leave with several gift-ready cards. or call 206.783.2244 Use your voice and body language with the single and double crochet stitches, and Registration required. Can you provide first aid in emergencies, impact. Identify the signs that will let how to make a scarf. All materials provided locate and take care of injuries, help a you defuse, de-escalate or evade before in this hands-on class. 6 students max. Watercolor & Drawing choking infant or child and stop cardiac an assault ever happens. Susan Schneider arrest? Learn first aid, infant, child and Block Printing Wed, Ongoing, 10am-12pm adult CPR, HIV and bloodborne pathogens, Susan Waite GSC, $12 PNA Member, $15 Public with a focus on injury prevention and Computers & Fri, May 5-26, 12:30-3pm, Register: 206.297.0875 safety. Meets L/I WISHA-WAC safety GSC, $50 PNA Members/$58 Public Students may work in watercolor, acrylic, standards. Certificates issued at end of Technology Register: 206.297.0875 charcoal or colored pencil. Bring art sup- class. Bring a sack lunch. Hand print your unique designs with easy plies. Newsprint and charcoal provided. to carve Safety-Kut blocks. This four week Two-hour drop-in class for all skill levels. Apple Mentoring Earthquake Home Retrofit GSC, $5 PNA Member, $7.50 Public class will cover the beginning printing Instructor Susan Schneider is a professional Tony Holder & Office of Emergency Mgmt Individual sessions by appointment process, from designing and carving with artist and experienced teacher. Beginners Sun, Mar 5, 2-4pm or Sat, May 20, 11am-1pm Register: 206.297.0875 linoleum tools, to preparing the ink and welcome in this friendly, relaxed class. PC Blue Building, Room 6 Got a Mac laptop, iPad or iPhone and printing successfully. $20 class supply fee. Suggested donation: $5-$10 want some help figuring out how to use Bring your own 4x6 blocks or purchase Watercolor Painting Register: phinneycenter.org it? Get help with your specific questions from teacher. Eight students min, 15 max. Glen Oberg or call 206.783.2244 or learn about some of the features and Wed, Ongoing, 1-4pm Help reduce damage caused during an applications. Schedule an hour-long ap- GSC, $15 PNA Member, $18 Public earthquake. Learn to become an informed pointment for one-on-one help. Partici- Register: 206.297.0875 consumer or how to do a retrofit yourself. pants must bring Apple device and appro- Join a great group and learn to paint. Some Retrofit experts will show how to assess priate power cord. experience is necessary. Bring your own your home’s needs and how to use City supplies. Fee due for each class. of Seattle’s pre-engineered home retrofit plans to permit and retrofit your home. Cell Phone Mentoring Jewelry Making Workshop Register early. Class fills quickly! GSC, $3 PNA Member, $5 Public 1st & 3rd Tue, Mar 21, Apr 4 & 18, May 2 Be Prepared By appointment & 16, Jun 6. 1-3pm, GSC. Infant/Child CPR Register: 206.297.0875 $5 class fee & $10 supply fee Ken Norris, Retired Firefighter Would you like to understand your cell Learn to make beautiful, unique jewelry AARP Smart Driver Course Fri, Mar 24, Apr 21 or Jun 16, 7-8:30pm phone better? Whether you just want to from an experienced and patient instruc- Corine Olson, AARP PC Blue Building, Room 6 add a contact to your flip phone, or want tor. Bead a necklace, make an eyeglass Ages 55 & up $15 PNA member, $25 Public to figure out how to use your smart phone chain, or a design a bracelet to match your Thu & Fri, Mar 16 & 17, Apr 27 & 28, May Register: phinneycenter.org/classes efficiently, help is available. Remember, favorite sweater. Use gems, glass beads, 18 & 19, 9:30am-2:30pm or call 206.783.2244 it’s only useful if you use it! Please bring shells and metal materials. No experience GSC, $15 AARP Member, $20 Public Would you be able to help a choking your device fully charged and operational necessary; drop-in group. All supplies are Register: 206.297.0875 infant or child? This class focuses on with cell service. provided. Come and join this informative class in injury prevention and safety and is meant “smart” driving. This course has been sci- for new parents or as a brush up on the entifically proven to reduce driving errors, basics. Ken Norris is a 27-year veteran Coding With Kids Collage For Wellbeing Ages 7-15, Multiple Levels and is approved by insurance companies of the Seattle Fire Department and has Ruthie Neilson and Geri Frick Tue, 5-6:15pm, 6:25-7:40pm for a safe-driving discount upon comple- taught CPR for 16 years. NOTE: This is not Fri, Mar 24, 10am-1pm PC Brick Building, Room 36 tion. Bring your AARP card or member a certification course. GSC, Free $259/each 8 weeks, enroll any time number with you on the first day. Register: 206.297.0875 Register: CodingwithKids.com

Access your own inherent wisdom and Five different computer programming guidance. You will tap into your intuitive Summer Camps 2017 classes. Ages 7-16. From foundations side, then create a mixed-media collage taught in Scratch to higher levels taught that reveals your inner wisdom. You will WHITTIER KIDS at Whittier Elementary in typed languages, such as Python (ages have the opportunity to journal about and engaging weekly themes . fun activities . field 10+). Maximum eight students per instructor. share your creation with others. Collage trips . new skills . new friends . safe environment Individualized learning pace. Questions? is a powerful medium for self-expression Email [email protected]. that is accessible to all of us—no artistic K-5th. Open to all! Registration starts March 15. Schedule and registrations can be found at experience needed! Visit phinneycenter.org/whittierkids. codingwithkids.com

Page 18 • The Review • Spring 2017 Computer Support Fitness, Health Powerful Tools For For Seniors Dance & Theatre Caregivers Various weekly hours, Ongoing & Wellness Carin Mack, MSW & Marie Adan GSC, $5 suggested donation Thu, Mar 30-May 4, 9:30am-12pm Register: 206.297.0875 Nurturing Pathways® Bellydancercise GSC, Free Calling all seniors! Are you having prob- Creative Dance Starting Tue, Apr 4 Register: 206.297.0875 lems using your computer or programs Ages 3 mos-4 yrs Beginning: 7-8pm This six-week evidence-based course is for and not sure how to find the answers? Tue-Fri, Apr 25-Jun 16 Intermediate/Advance: 7:45pm-9pm family caregivers. The curriculum provides Sign up for an hour-long session and re- 1 hr class, 8 weeks $110, 8 wks tools and strategies to better handle the ceive personalized help. Volunteer com- PC Blue Building, Room 7 PC Blue Building, Room 2 challenges of caregiving. Registration puter mentors will work with you to im- Register: nurturingpathways.com Register: 206.632.2416 required. Class limit of 13 participants. prove your skills. Bring your own laptop, Get the wiggles out dancing with scarves, Low impact, FUN, total body condition- The Caregiver Helpbook will be available or use one of our Windows lab comput- playing with props, enjoying instruments ing! Superior core workout! Strengthens for purchase. ers. By appointment only. and exploring obstacle courses. Baby classes and coordinates muscle groups in the include rhyming exercises, dance and props. trunk, spine and arms. Helps prevent Three and four-year-olds dance without par- Restful Insomnia Twitter Basics and alleviate lower back problems. Im- Sondra Kornblatt ent. Combine the best of movement and Rick Ells proves posture and flexibility. Instruc- Wed, Apr 5, 1-2:30pm music together for building bodies, brains, May 3, 10am-12pm tion includes tummy undulations, finger and bonds with Nurturing Pathways®! GSC, $5 PNA Members/$7 Public GSC $7 PNA Member, $10 Public cymbals, Egyptian hip movements and Register: 206.297.0875 Register: 206.297.0875 lots of giggles! www.bellydancingbyza- Are you stressed by wakeful nights and Irish Step Dance phara.com Twitter is an amazing communication tool American Dance Institute zoned out during the day? Restore your you can use on your computer, tablet or Pre-Irish I, 4-6 yrs, Mon, 5-5:45pm energy by learning to deeply rest your cell phone. This hands-on workshop will Child’s Beg I, 7-8 yrs, Mon, 5:45-6:30pm Exercise body, mind and emotions—so you get introduce you to what it is and how it Child’s Beg II, 8-9 yrs, Tue, 6-7pm Gerry Joyce many benefits of sleep and open the Mon, Wed, Fri, Ongoing, 10-11am works. We will walk through how to set PC Blue Building, Rm 2 & 32, $17-$20 door to slumber as well. Come learn GSC, $1 suggested donation up your account and then send your first This fun energetic class is one of the most the value of deep rest and tips on how Register: 206.297.0875 tweets. Learn about handles, hashtags beautiful and inspirational dance styles. to rest that very night. 10 participants Health benefits for all in this popular and and how to use Twitter wisely to connect We’ll get you started in this wonderful minimum. low-key ongoing class. Gain strength and without getting into trouble. Irish tradition that mesmerized the world flexibility among friendly people. What through River Dance performances. Fee a fun way to keep moving! All skill levels Seattle Martial Arts Photo Editing/Adobe Elements is per class. Additional classes at 80th and welcome. TaeKwon Do, Mon, Wed 6-7 pm Lynn Mickelson Greenwood studio. For more information HwaRang Do, Wed 7-8 pm Mayor’s Office for Senior Citizens call 206.783.0755. Register at american- Introduction to Hearing Loss PC Brick Building, Room 32 Mon-Fri, May 22-26, 10-3pm danceinstitute.com Steve Hillson $75/month GSC $20 PNA Member, $30 Public Hearing Speech & Deaf Center Register: at class Register: 206.297.0875 Line Dancing For All Levels Tue, May 16, 11am-12pm Two different styles of comprehensive MaryLee Lykes A five-day class for repairing, sharpening GSC, Free traditional Korean martial arts. Emphasis Tue, Ongoing, 1-2pm (tutorial for new or improving photos! Learn the basics of Register: 206.297-0875 on fitness, fun, practical martial arts and students 12:40-1pm) cropping and adjusting color, then focus The goal of this presentation is to improve self-defense. Free trial class. Beginners GSC, $6 PNA Member, $8 Public on separating and combining images to understanding of hearing health and make welcome. Instructors are Aaron Logue and Register: 206.297.0875 create personal projects. Good memory people feel more confident interacting Aaron Kahn. Adults and teens ages 13 and In this easy, upbeat class, you’ll explore with hearing professionals. We will also up. www.seattlemartialarts.com for more retention skills and ability to use Windows some Zumba, Western and Rock and Roll talk about causes and kinds of hearing loss, information. programs are necessary to enroll. It is inspired line dancing moves. It’s great what to look for in a healthcare provider, helpful to have Adobe Elements 11 or 12 for everyone who loves music. Exercise what to expect from a hearing aid and tips at home to practice. never felt like such fun! Benefits include Sustaining Vitality Qigong for better communication with or without increased flexibility, brain enhancement, Dennis Sharp assistance. Learn Video Editing better balance and stronger muscles. All Tue, Apr 4-Jun 6, 7-9pm Lynn Mickelson levels are welcome. PC Blue Building, Room 5 Mayor’s Office for Senior Citizens Oral Health & Disease $200/10 week, $20 drop in Mon-Fri, Apr 24-28, 10am-3pm Storyteller’s Workshop Prevention in Older Adults Register: 206.605.8907 GSC $20 PNA Member, $30 Public Shelby Barnes Dr. Benjamin Chang, Greenlake Dental [email protected] Register: 206.297.0875 Fri, Apr 7-28, 1-2:30pm Wed, Mar15, 1-2pm Learn methods of maintaining and Learn to do hands-on video editing. GSC, $10 GSC, Free nourishing health and well-being. Qigong Students will be provided with a full set Register: 206.297.0875 Register: 206.297-0875 is based on the principles of learning to conserve and balance your natural of clips and be guided to create a short Stories are one of the ways we connect to Learn valuable information needed to energy (Qi) through meditation and video. We’ll cover assembling the shots, each other and to our communities. In this maintain a healthy mouth, teeth and gums exercise. Qigong is suitable for people of editing, adding transitions, making titles 4-week course, led by a local communica- – to live a healthier life. The top concerns most age groups and abilities. www.fmi- tion and storytelling expert, participants will for oral health in seniors, proper dental and learning how to overlay clips. Edit the qigong.com sound, provide audio transitions and add learn and apply the basics of what makes a hygiene care and options for replacing a music track. Combines well with Photo good story, and will practice their storytell- missing teeth will be discussed. Editing class. ing skills through weekly sharing sessions. Taijiquan (Tao of Life) Partner Dance For Dennis Sharp Tap Dance Plus Thu, Apr 6-Jun 8, 7-9pm Paulette DeRooy People With Parkinson’s Blue Building, Room 5 Mon, Apr 10-Jun 5, 6-7pm Max Kepler & Seattle Open Role Dance $200/10 week, drop in $20 PC Blue Bldg, Room 1 Thu, Ongoing, 1-2pm Register 206.605.8907 $90/8 weeks, $15/session $0-$15/class by donation [email protected] Register: 206.261.4303 PC Blue Building, Room 2 Taijiquan (Tai Chi) is an internal martial [email protected] Information: 425.522.2481 art system for personal development, and FUN CLASS – designed for adults. All levels Increase your balance, fluidity and range self-defense. The gentle-flowing- peaceful enjoy this class. Learn how to learn and of movement while having fun and being movements of Tai Chi strengthen the body, retain dance steps as an adult. Sort, match social. Absolute beginners welcome. mind, and spirit. Experience increased and organize basic steps into patterns. Partners, friends and family welcome. vitality, and mental focus. This class is Improvisation, dances and time steps You must call or email (dancekepler@ suitable for people of most ages groups highlighted. Visitors welcome to one class. gmail.com) to register. More info at www. and abilities. Beginners welcome. www. See you there! dancekepler.com fmi-qigong.com

TC Exercise Amy Lanset Thu, Ongoing, 1-2pm PC, Blue Building, Room 1 Drop in: $12, Seniors: $10 First class free Move with more ease! Gently improve balance, strength and flexibility - and begin learning a Yang style tai chi long form. Injury prevention, proper warm-ups and fall prevention are integral to - and a product of this practice.

The Review • Spring 2017 • Page 19 Tai Chi Chuan & Qigong Going Solar Frank Deering Julie Wilcox, Puget Sound Solar Language, Wed, Mar 29-Jun 7, 6-7pm Home & Garden Sat, Apr 8, 12-2pm Culture & Travel No class May 17th PC Blue Building, Room 3 PC Blue Building, Room 2 Cascade Cactus $15 PNA member, $25 Public ¡Aventuras!Kids CampsSpanish Class $80/10 weeks & Succulent Society Register: phinneycenter.org/classes For Learners Of All Levels Register: 206.783.1580 3rd Sun, 2-4:30pm or call 206.783.2244 Octavio Fernandez Learn the art of meditation through move- Apr 23, Jun 18 Get your solar power questions answered Mon, Ongoing, 4-6pm ment, Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong. In this PC Blue Building, Room 6 by a professional: How does it work? GSC, By donation class we use a series of slow relaxed move- Information: cascadecss.org Is my house a good candidate for solar ments to improve posture, balance, health Register: 206.297.0875 April: Hormones and Propagation; June: panels? How much solar will I need and a sense of well-being. What you will Spanish language learners of all ability Sansevieria. Everyone is welcome to our to power my house or car? Are their learn in the class will help bring about a levels are welcome. Our facilitator creates informal meetings! If you are interested in incentives and financing options? Plus, reduction in the level of stress in your daily an environment in which learners of all growing cacti or succulents, indoors or out- life. All levels welcome! get the latest and greatest information on language ability levels can feel successful. doors, do come and join us. It’s a great way products including Made-in-Washington Participants are invited to join this special Tai Chi & Mind-Body Fitness to find out more about these often strange equipment. pugetsoundsolar.com group where learning happens through and interesting plants. For more program both actively engaging and simply be- For Boomers & Beyond details see Facebook or our website. Prepare For Your Remodel: Karin Collins ing immersed in the language. Donations Save Money & Avoid Headaches gladly accepted. Tue, Thu, 9-10am Create Amazing Soil GSC, $100 (10 classes) or $170 (20 Stephanie Wascha, Wascha Studios classes) With Hugelkultur Sat, Mar 11, 10am-12pm Comprehending Hip Hop Register: 206.898.5048 Aaron Armstrong & Kimberly Leeper PC Blue Building, Room 6 Spyridon “Spin” Nicon Improve body awareness, cultivate Oasis Edible Naturescapes $15 PNA member, $25 Public Mon, Apr 24-May 22, 7-9pm efficient breathing, wake your senses Sat, Apr 15, 10am-2pm Register: phinneycenter.org/classes PC Brick Building, Room 36 from head to hands to feet, achieve peace PC Blue Building, Room 6 or call 206.783.2244 Donation suggested/5 week session of mind, strengthen the body and move $25 PNA member, $35 public Overwhelmed with the number of remodel Register: phinneycenter.org/classes with ease! This class practices specific Register: phinneycenter.org/classes design options to consider? Let licensed or call 206.783.2244 techniques from meditation, the MELT or call 206.783.2244 architect Stephanie Wascha teach you Gain a greater understanding of hip method and Tai Chi to boost your vitality Each season we invest time and money in how to establish budgets, priorities and hop culture – DJs, MCs, B-Boys and and support a vibrant, active life. All are our gardens. Hugelkultur (literally “mound guidelines early on to save time, money Graffiti Writers. During this 5-week welcome! www.karincollins. cultivation”) stretches your investment and maybe even your marriage. Avoid the intergenerational course, embark on a and regenerates potency year after year. avoidable, get inspired and confidently deep examination and discussion of the Yoga For Osteoporosis And In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to build navigate your way through your remodel. elements of this great American art form. Osteoarthritis a well-structured mound to create a self- waschastudios.com Spin is a lifelong hip hop fan, promoter and Connie Fisher supporting subterranean ecosystem, translator exploring this historically rich Tue, Thu, 10:30-11:30am regenerating nutrients plants and soil Think Like a Designer culture through words and images. GSC, $5 PNA Member, $6 Public need. growyouroasis.com Renate Ruby, Adorn LLC Register: 206.297.0875 Wed, Apr 12, 7-8:30pm Practique Inglés: Talk Time Come let a trained Yoga Therapist accom- Edible Landscaping PC Blue Building, Rm 3 Los lunes, 10:30am al mediodía modate your individual issues. With Yoga, Michael Lockman, WEdesign Inc. $15 PNA Member, $25 Public GSC, Gratis Tue, Apr 4, 7-9pm force and gravity strengthen bones, while Register: phinneycenter.org/classes Para inscribirse, al 206.297.0875 PC Blue Building, Room 6 movement stimulates renewal of joints. or call 206.783.2244 (se habla inglés) o venga $20 PNA member, $30 Public Yoga is well suited to the twin perils of Os- In this class, interior designer Renate Register: 206.297.0875 Register: phinneycenter.org/classes teoarthritis and Osteoporosis. Come enjoy Este grupo se reúne para usar el inglés y or call 206.783.2244 Ruby will help you look at your projects this time honored practice. Wear loose conectar con comunidad en un ambiente Your landscape can be beautiful and provide in a whole new way. Learn how to think positivo y relajado. Todos son bienvenidos. clothing; bring a blanket and water bottle. food! Learn simple steps to help you design about composition and balance so you Este grupo se reúne todos los lunes. Venga and install an edible landscape. Topics have guiding principles to use when Yoga For All Levels include: creating an herb spiral and kitchen making the thousand and one decisions cuando pueda. D’vorah Kost garden, planting fruit trees and berries, every remodel project puts before you. Thu, Ongoing, 2:30-3:45pm edible hedges, fruiting vines and backyard Keep the big picture in focus and stay Spanish Conversation I & II GSC, $5 PNA Member, $6 Public food forests. Basic principles of sustainable out of the weeds! adorn.house.com or Ritha Espin de White Register: 206.297.0875 landscape design and Permaculture will renateruby.com Mon, Ongoing Improve your posture, flexibility and bal- also be discussed. we-design.net Advanced: 6-7pm, Intermediate: 7-8pm ance! This eclectic Viniyoga class incorpo- PC Blue Building, Teachers Lounge rates modern dance, Pilates, Feldenkrais Emerging Trends For $25/month and free-form movement. Improve flex- Kids Camps Register: 206.783.2244 or at the door Healthy Homes Usted habla Español? Need a place to ibility, relaxation and balance in standing, Jon Alexander, Sunshine Construction LLC chair, kneeling and lying down poses. In- Thu, Apr 27, 7-8:30pm practice? Join us on Monday evenings as Coding For Kids Spring Camp we converse in Spanish. Facilitated by a structor has 35 years of movement educa- PC Blue Building, Room 6 Spring Break: Mon-Fri, April 10-14 native speaker. Not sure which group to tion. Wear loose clothing; bring a blanket $15 PNA member, $25 Public PC Brick Building, Room 36 join? Come to either group and try it out. and water bottle. Register: phinneycenter.org/classes $259/half-day, M-F (9am-12pm) First meeting is FREE! or call 206.783.2244 $399/full-day, M-F (9am-4pm) Zumba Gold Older homes in our community may not be Register: www.CodingwithKids.com Ida Henricksen healthy for their inhabitants with excess Game Development in Scratch for ages Practice English: Talk Time Fri, Ongoing, 8:30-9:30am moisture or dust, toxic off-gassing, lead Mon, Ongoing, 10:30am-12pm 8-16. Campers design and create their GSC, $3 per class paint or asbestos. Learn essential steps GSC, Free own interactive stories and computer Zumba Gold is a dance party that is de- to create a healthy home during remodel Register: 206.297.0875 games! Learn about game design, pick signed to meet the needs of seniors and or new construction including how newly For all new English speakers, this group up new coding tricks and have fun! Eight those new to working out. It has many emerging technology like IAQ house provides an opportunity to practice Eng- coders maximum per instructor. Beginner health benefits, is easy to follow and is monitors can be integrated into smart lish conversation in an informal and friend- and Intermediate/Advanced levels low impact. Come in comfortable clothes home systems. sunshineconstruction.biz ly group. Meet other people who need to available, along with Web Development. and shoes, bring water and be prepared to learn to express themselves easily with a Questions? Email us at info-seattle@ have fun. Drop-ins and adults of all ages new language. All ages and people from all Getting to Sold codingwithkids.com welcome. Jamie Flaxman over the world are invited. 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Page 20 • The Review • Spring 2017 The OK Chorale Retirement Strategies Literature & Elena Louise Richmond, Director Era Living Writing Wed, Apr 5-May 24, 7-8:30pm Tue, Mar 21, 7-8pm PC Blue Building, Rm 7 PC Blue Building, Room 3 Writing and Publishing $120/8 sessions, 1 performance Free Ariele Huff Register: [email protected] Register: phinneycenter.org/classes Thu, Mar 30-Jun 1, 1:15-3:15pm www.elenalouiserichmond.com or 206.783.2244 GSC, $10 drop-in We are a community of folks who love What’s your retirement plan? Financial Register: 206.297.0875 to sing with others in four-part harmony: advisors Kevin Peterson and Laurie Adams Turn your memoir, nonfiction or fiction folk, popular, Beatles, classical, holiday, of Eagle Strategies will talk to us about the books into paperbacks and/or eBooks for Irish, Broadway. No auditions. Rehearsals financial building blocks that work together loved ones or anyone! Use our computer are fun and no one gets hurt. Spring to create a long and healthy retirement. lab or your laptop. OR just come to share Quarter we sing at the Northwest Folk Life and hear stories. A place to learn skills in Festival. writing, book formatting and publishing. Pets Fun for all. Instructor is broadly published, You Got Rhythm! editor of over a dozen magazines and hun- Musical Timing from the Inside Out dreds of books. Sat, 11am-12pm Dog Obedience Group A: Apr 1-29, $45 Canine Behavior Center, Inc. Group B: May 13-Jun 10, $45 Mon, Ongoing, 6-7pm PC Blue Building, Room 1 7:15-8:15pm, 8:30-9:30pm Music Information: [email protected] PC Brick Building, Community Hall Fun new class led by Maggie McClellan, $130/9-week basic course Chickadee Music Together for adults who would like to improve Register: 206.367.8071 Ages 6 mos-4yrs their sense of rhythm (great for choir You and your dog will learn to work members). Lively movement class where Tue-Sat, Apr 4-Jun 17 together and communicate to enhance the body leads the brain. Have fun, get the ancient traitions of yoga an PC Blue Building, Room 5 some exercise and develop your musical your relationship. Courses are devised $205/10 weeks to teach your dog basic obedience meitation come together ith aptitude! Two left feet okay. Email or visit the moern isom of somatic Register: 206.334.8002 website for details, FAQs and registration: commands. Behavior problems are ad- chickadeemusic.com www.YouGotRhythm.weebly.com dressed. Hand signals and voice com- movement eucation Children’s natural musical ability and love mands are taught. The class is not only of music develop as they sing, move and educational, but also fun for both the explore instruments with parents or care- people and the dogs. www.caninebe- Soma Yoga and Dance! Studio givers in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Tu- Parenting haviorcenter.com Jean Hindle, founder 1423 NW 70th Street ition includes professionally recorded CD 206.782.5044 soma-yoga.com and songbook for music-making at home Baby Peppers Ages 5 mos-1yr and ten weeks of classes. The nine Music Youth Private Sessions With Jean By Appt Together song collections are known for Wed, Apr 5-Jun 21, 12pm-1:30pm their charm and appeal! Thu, Apr 6-Jun 22, 12pm-1:30pm PC Blue Building, Room 5 $165, financial assistance available Register: www.peps.org A PEPS group for moms of 5 to 12-month- old babies. Parents meet (with their babies), share and learn in sessions led by a trained facilitator. Each meeting NEW RADIO STATION covering includes time for sharing parenting highs Math For Love Games North Seattle is looking for your Community Chorus & Puzzles Maggie McClellan, Director and lows, followed by discussion about a talents to build and program what Paul Gafni Thu, Mar 30-Jun 15, 7:15-9pm topic related to the joys and challenges of will be a true community radio PC Brick Building, Community Hall parenting. No class on 4/12 or 4/13. www. Gr. 1-2: Sun, Apr 2-May 21, 2-3pm station. We have an FCC license, an [email protected] peps.org Gr. 3-5: Sun, Apr 2-May 21, 3-4pm online stream at KBFGseattle.org/ Join this no audition, a cappella chorus and PC Brick Building, Room 36 listen, a site lease and funding and let your heart sing! Learn songs from many Personal Growth $200/8 weeks, Scholarships available are ready for the next steps. different cultures, experience a dynamic & Philosophy Register: [email protected] For more information group process and grow musically in a non- 1st and 2nd graders are invited to come call 206-402-6926 threatening atmosphere of carefully planned Breaking White Silence play some of our favorite mathematical or [email protected] rehearsals culminating in fun and festive Book Group games! These games will be a hit around performance. Going strong since 1998! the dinner table for years to come. 3rd- PNA Difficult Conversation Series th Mary Holscher 5 graders are invited to explore some of 06.24.2017 Kindermusik: Joyous Noise Child Mon, Mar 13, 27, Apr 17, our favorite mathematical puzzlers, with a Greenwood Development Through Music May 1 & 15, 7-8:30pm focus on ideas of certainty and uncertainty. CarShow.com Wobbler: Thu, 11:30am Fri 9:30 PC Blue Building, Room 3 Scholarships available by request. www. Toddler: Thu, 10:30am, Fri, 10:30am Free, but pre-registration required: MathForLove.com Seattle’s Mile and a Half of Classic Rides.TM Preschoolers: Thu, 9:30am Fri, 11:30 [email protected] PC Blue Building, Room 1, $74/month Using Dr. Robin DiAngelo’s book, What Register: 425.385.3636 Does It Mean to be White: Developing In every Kindermusik class, you and your White Racial Literacy, we’ll encourage child will play, listen and dance to music personal reflection and conversation as designed to stimulate early development a first step to open up about whiteness, and strengthen neural pathways in the white privilege and racism. Sign up brain. Connect with other families and early: class limited to nine students plus discover how music makes parenting facilitator. To learn more about the book, easier. Join anytime as we sing, explore, visit robindiangelo.com create and grow! More information and dates at www.joyousnoisestudio.com Planning Your Next Stage In Life Tina Hall, Era Living Sarah Nishioka 206.524.5086 Tue, Mar 14, 7-8pm [email protected] www.firstnotes.info PC Blue Building, Room 3 Free Registration required: 206.783.2244 first notes What goes in to making the best decision early music enrichment for ages 3 & up for your future? We’ll walk through what learning through world music, art and nature. is right for different people at different Year round classes and summer camp. stages of their lives. Looking at what’s available from the lightest end of the spectrum, to skilled nursing homes and everything in between, including cost, benefits and what restrictions may apply.

The Review • Spring 2017 • Page 21 Volunteer Help wanted at PNA Verity Credit Union spends a day of service at the Greenwood Senior Center We love our volunteers! To sign up Committees or learn more, visit phinneycenter. on strengths and engage the mind Technology org/volunteer, email leannec@ PNA Village Committees: Bring and body) and a chorus. Activities One-on-one tech mentors: Use your phinneycenter.org or call 206.783.2244 your enthusiasm for the Village and generally happen between 10 am and mad skillz to teach seniors and others (unless otherwise specified). Thank you expertise to the Business Vetting, Social, 5 pm during the work week and Team how to use their smart phones, tablets for your interest! Volunteer, Membership/Marketing or Members are expected to attend some and laptops. Flexible schedule. Financial/Fundraising committees. of them. Ideal candidates have some Upcoming Event Volunteer PNA Membership/Marketing/Outreach experience working with seniors or an Photoshopper: Crop and resize photos using Photoshop Elements. Opportunities Committee Help spread the word about interest in working with people with the PNA. Plan and implement marketing ESML. Background check required, Sound system support: Volunteers PNA Village Event Support, April 23, 2 and outreach strategies. Meets on the yearlong commitment requested. with experience using a mixing board to 6 pm. Set up, serve & refresh platters, 2nd Monday of the month. Teach a class for seniors: Class ideas preferred to help set up, staff our sound clean up. Plan fun community events with the include outdoor photography, medical/ equipment during events. “Starry Night” Auction,May 6, day and PNA Business Group Pride Rainbow health-related topics, social media, evening shifts available. Assist with prep, Hop - June 3, Hunger Goblin’ Trick or Windows 10, Excel, Skype, digitizing/ Help wanted in the set up, during auction and clean-up. Treat - Oct. 28 & Holiday Monkeys. organizing your documents/photos, Shifts will be posted online mid-March. [email protected]. ukulele or another instrument, cooking, Community paper making or some other fun idea Phinneywood Art Walk (the Big One!), Maintenance & Handiwork May 12-13. Distribute and pick up you might have. Class(es) occur during Like the environment and outdoors? a-board style signs to businesses along Build stuff: Put together a play the day. Looking for young people, ages 15 to 19, the Phinney-Greenwood corridor. structure or build a buddy bench at Senior companion: Support members and interested in environmental restoration [email protected] Whittier Kids. guests in attendance at the senior center work, outdoor fun and new friends. Garage Sale Day & Plant Exchange, Tool librarian: Help sort and fix our or in PNA Village members’ homes. Join the SCA this summer! theSCA.org/ growing collection of community tools NWcrews June 3, 7 am-3 pm. Help set up the PNA Marketing & Outreach flea market, check sellers in, staff plant and give advice on DIY projects with the Spark a child’s imagination! Help exchange area, or help out at the tool Tool Library. Be a welcome wagon: Deliver Welcome kids develop their writing and sale at the Tool Library. Fix broken gadgets: Help community Neighbor Packets to our new neighbors. communication skills at the Bureau members repair (or attempt to repair) Put up posters: Deliver posters of Fearless Ideas. fearlessideas.org/ Recurring Events their broken possessions. to neighborhood businesses and getinvolved/volunteering/ Auction Prep Work Parties, Phinney Handy with a hammer? Perform basic community buildings (like the libraries) Help fight hunger with Northwest Center on 4/20, 4/27; home repairs and maintenance for in Greenwood-Phinney to help promote Harvest! Volunteer at our Seattle food Bingo Karaoke support, Greenwood seniors living in their homes. village@ our upcoming events and classes. A bank, Kent warehouse or special events. Senior Center, on 3/31, 4/28, 5/26, phinneycenter.org. great opportunity for students and northwestharvest.org. 6/30; young children with their parents. Cleaning machine: Individuals and Flexible schedule. From public facing to behind the Hang Art, Phinney Center, 6:30-8:30 pm groups interested in helping to clean scenes: Check out all of Pacific on 3/7, 5/9, 7/11; and organize our spaces are desired. Staff PNA membership table:Talk about Science Center’s opportunities at the benefits of PNA Membership and pacificsciencecenter.org/volunteers/ Mailing Parties, Phinney Center on Especially with daytime availability (and advance notice, if a group). sell shirts at the Phinney Farmers Market 3/28, 4/25, 5/23, 6/27 and other events during fair season. Join Tilth Alliance in building an ecologically sound, economically viable Garden Work Parties, at Greenwood Garden & Landscape Write: We need writers with journalism and socially equitable food system! Senior Center & local seniors’ homes, Dig in the dirt: Use your green thumb experience to help write and edit tilthalliance.org/volunteer. dates TBD in the GSC vegetable and herb garden articles for our newsletters and The Help create healthy forests in our local to plan, plant, water, harvest, weed Review and writers with a more parks! Join EarthCorps’ weekly work Ongoing Opportunities and more. Weekly work parties May colloquial style for our blogs. parties at earthcorps.org/volunteer Bake & Prepare Meals through September. Photograph: Have an eye for photographic moments and a camera Help save lives at Bloodworks NW. Food donation pick up:Support local Groundswork gurus: Help pretty up and to capture our events? Must also be Volunteer at blood drives throughout food security and sustainability by maintain the handful of small gardens able to edit the pics as appropriate in a the greater Seattle area. Contact picking up food donations from local at the GSC and Phinney Center campus, timely fashion. [email protected]. organizations for the PNA Hot Meal including the Heart of Phinney Park. Serve meals, decorate, build office Program. Volunteers will be trained Also, a great opportunity for groups. Office & Admin skills, enjoy special events! Ballard NW in safe food handling and should have Kids & Seniors Senior Center 206.297.0403 kristinaw@ their own vehicle. Weekly, every GSC weekly receptionist: Greet and soundgenerations.org other week and substitute positions Provide local rides for seniors: Your interact with seniors of all ages and available. own vehicle and insurance required. backgrounds; four hours weekly, six Stretch your comfort zone. Serve Especially in need of drivers available month commitment is requested. as a table host for our Urban Hands GSC weekly lunch helper: Food service during the work day and/or ok Community Dinner on Thursday volunteers are needed to prepare, serve Weekly office support volunteers with dogs in your vehicle. village@ assist with data entry and evenings. urbanhandsnw.org/contact and clean up with the GSC’s daily lunch phinneycenter.org. program. Weekdays, 10 am to 1 pm. administrative tasks. Strong Help people with disabilities experience Distract kids: Do simple, fun activities communication skills required, the outdoors. Cycling, kayaking, rock Help at the hot meal program: with children at the weekly Farmers experience with databases a plus. climbing & more. outdoorsforall.org, Prepare and serve food on Mondays, Market (so our Membership Manager [email protected]. [email protected] 3-7 pm, at the GSC and Tuesdays, 3-7 can talk to their parents). Fridays, June Data entry: Your flying – and accurate Learn to run live sound, the basics of pm at St. John United Lutheran Church through September, 3:30 to 7:30 pm. in Phinney. – fingers are needed to help us get screen printing, or volunteer at shows Create a dementia-friendly gobs of info into the cloud. Variable at The Vera Project: theveraproject.org/ Feed homeless women: Make and community: Join the PNA’s trail- needs from 2 to 3 hrs/wk. Six month getinvolved deliver snacks to a neighborhood blazing efforts to create a dementia- commitment requested. Do you have a passion to help the women’s shelter. Great project for friendly community. Our volunteer WordPress: Help enter data and homeless or love to dance? Volunteer the family! Every Sunday evening. Team Members help develop, staff content into WordPress. Experience with University Family YMCA! Contact Available shifts online. and support programming designed with WordPress a plus, but not Holly at [email protected] Treat makers: Bakers needed to to support participants with Early required. provide delicious, homemade baked Stage Memory Loss (ESML). Activities Sing, dance or tell jokes? We could goods for GSC memory loss classes, include a support group, the Gathering Mailing parties Help put together our use your talents. Anyone but clowns in events and bake sales. Place (a weekly class designed to build monthly newsletter with a fun & social costume welcome to apply! Columbia group. One Tuesday/mo from 1 to 3 pm. Lutheran Home 206.632.7400.

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Woo-hoo for Zoo Doo! Among the many accomplishments of Greenwood Senior Center (GSC) Garden Coordinator Will Eddy, winning some of the highly coveted compost from the Zoo for the GSC’s SAGE Garden and P-Patch plots may be the most surprising one. As Garden Coordinator, Will organized weekly garden work parties, scheduled watering volunteers and tracked harvest yields. He collaborated with Senior Pro- grams Director Cecily Kaplan, the GSC Greenwood, mixed digital art by Chuck Johnson Community Dining Coordinator and oth- er volunteers to determine what veggies could and would be used in the daily Phinney Center Gallery lunches and what would taste best fresh GREENWOOD RISING off the vine. After a discussion about March 8 – April 7 the deliciousness of raspberries, Will Will Eddy in the Senior Center Garden procured a donation of raspberry canes A show celebrating the art and community of Greenwood after the March 2016 for one of the beds--yum! He even took GSC’s Director Cecily appreciates the explosion, presented by the PNA and Urban Hands. Days after a gas explosion dam- a break from studying for the MCAT to leadership and support of both Will and aged dozens of businesses in the heart of Greenwood, street artists organized by take a truckload of green waste down to Kathy Pruzan, lead volunteer for the Greenwood nonprofit Urban Hands converged on the neighborhood to paint colorful plywood murals over blown-out windows and doors. The murals slowly left the neigh- SoDo when the North Transfer Station GSC’s P-Patch plot. “We are so grateful borhood as storefronts were repaired, but professional photographer Chuck Johnson was closed for renovation. for their dedication, and are thrilled with has given the art new life by combining photos of the murals with mixed digital art to Will’s casual and accessible approach all the food we harvested for use in our enhance, alter and bring to life different components of the images. Greenwood Ris- to gardening, enhanced with the nutri- lunch program!” ing will showcase these uniquely community-based art pieces. The original pieces are ent-rich load of compost, resulted in a We are also thankful for our other not for sale but prints of most of the art pieces will be available for purchase. record harvest last year. garden volunteers who have helped Opening Reception:Friday, March 10, 7-9 pm. The 146.5 lb. yield included toma- to make the gardens into the bountiful Meet many of the artists and celebrate the community at the Opening Reception, toes, green beans, lettuce, broccoli, beds they’ve become, including Carol which will take place one year after the Greenwood explosion. strawberries, kale, squash, onions, bell Johnson and Regina Fletcher. peppers, sugar snap peas, carrots and To Will, as he heads off to medical NORTHWEST FINE ARTS COMPETITION more, and was used as part of the lunch- school this year, we wish Good Luck and May 10 – June 9 es at the GSC. Often, more greens were “A-doo.” Selected works from artists throughout the Pacific Northwest region, chosen by harvested than was possible for use in Learn more about our gardening jurors Lynn Schirmer, Chris Sheridan and Kate Protage. The People’s Choice Award will one meal, and the Dining Coordinator opportunities at phinneycenter.org/ be selected by popular vote during the show. was able to freeze them for use in future volunteer or by contacting LeAnne at soups, stews and casseroles. 206.783.2244. Opening Reception: Friday, May 12, 7-9 pm, during the annual "BIG One" art walk.

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