Day in the Park Celebrates 43 Years by Erin Bruce

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The Mount Baker View NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB Issue 240, September 2014 2811 Mt. Rainier Drive S. | www.mountbaker.org | 206.722.7209 Day in the Park celebrates 43 years By Erin Bruce

What better way to kick off the Mount Baker Community Club’s in some newer favorites to create a memorable neighborhood Day Centennial Season than with the Day in the Park Festival on Sun- in the Park. day, September 14! Mark your calendars to join us at the Club- house for what will be the 43rd annual Day in the Park. In 1971—just like today—the festivities began with a children’s parade that included a local fire truck; although back in the 70s, You read that right: The Clubhouse has been the epicenter for com- the parade was kicked off by and featured both the reigning Seafair munity gatherings and fun in Mount Baker for 100 years, and we Queen and the Wheedle (from the Needle), the old Seattle Super- are planning a year filled with exciting programs and activities to sonics mascot. For an entry fee of $1, you got ice cream, pop, and celebrate this milestone. In preparation, the Clubhouse staff has “better-than-average” draft beer. Activities included Soap Box Der- had a blast looking through old scrapbooks, organizing decades by races down Lake Park Drive. Prizes were awarded for the Crazi- of photos, and reading news stories from our neighborhood (Read est Hat Design and an art contest for kids, with the theme “What more about the Centennial Celebration on page 10.) a day in the park means to me.” The day’s entertainment consisted of good ol’ field day competitions, including potato sack races, We even discovered an interesting tidbit about Day in the Park. watermelon eating contests, a father/child piggy back race, and an Although the first official Day in the Park happened in 1971, the all-neighborhood tug-of-war. tradition dates back much longer. Neighbors started gathering for an annual picnic in Mount Baker Park as early as 1909. In a way, It’s time for you to get ready for a Summer of Love Day in the Park we could call this the “105th Day in the Park” instead of the 43rd. on September 14! Wear flowers in your hair. Rummage through your closets or local thrift store for your best hippie flair – bellbot- In the spirit of historical beginnings, we thought it would be fun to toms, beads, headbands and fringe are highly encouraged. Don the honor the first “official” Day in the Park in 1971. Using the theme colors of the season. Come celebrate summer with us! of Summer of Love, we will bring back some old traditions and mix

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In addition, Ben Blakey, Dawn Counts, Jim Kleckner, Justin Elder, Mark Temmel, Mike Brosius, and Zach Fleet continue their roles as Annual Elections board members at-large, serving on a variety of our committees. Nonprofit Profile: Discover diversity of By Lee Stanton, MBCC Governance Committee Chair At this year’s annual board meeting, we said a fond farewell and many As I pen this article, we are looking for an individual who is inter- housing and people at SHAG’s Rainier Court heartfelt thanks to Sue Cary, our effective and active Chair of the Zon- ested in our parks, enjoys plants and planting them, and would By Rebecca Winn & LeighBeth Merrick ing, Land Use, Planning & Transportation (ZLUPT) Committee for be willing to serve as our new Chair of the Parks and Open Space four years and to Colin MacDonald, the Chair of the Parks & Open Committee. This is a modest time commitment, very enjoyable, and The Senior Housing Assistance Group (SHAG) is a nonprofit -or Space Committee and the founder of our Day of Service program. psychically rewarding. Please contact me if you are interested; I can ganization with communities around Puget Sound that “enhance be reached at [email protected], or on my cell phone, and enrich the lives of people through affordable housing.” Right Continuing this year are Andy Reynolds as President and the Chair (206) 227-1808. here in the Mount Baker neighborhood on 33rd Ave. S, we have of the Board; Peter Greaves as Vice President and the Chair of the the Discovery Center, SHAG’s main leasing office, plus three af- Clubhouse Committee; and Bart Wilson, Bill Davis and Ron Suter as As you receive this issue of the View, the Board will have set our work fordable housing communities that are collectively referred to as the Treasurer, Secretary, and General Counsel, respectively. Jin Lee plan for the coming year, and will be looking forward to working to- Rainier Court. will continue the leadership of the Zoning, Land Use, Planning and gether for another fruitful and productive year of serving our neigh- Transportation Committee; Ann Beeman will be heading the Com- borhood! Please come join us! To foster greater community across the Rainier Court properties munications Committee again; and Judith Yarrow will continue to and into the surrounding neighborhoods, SHAG has developed chair the Development Committee. Judy McBroom has joined us as the Community Life Foundation. The foundation provides quality the MLK Jr. Scholarship Fund representative. arts programs and networking opportunities with neighborhood partners. Their goal is to establish a street-level community center in Rainier Court that would be open not only to residents, but also to the greater community, inviting them to participate in technol- to be featured in the lobby of Courtland YOUR MBCC BOARD ogy and arts classes, tutoring and other programming. Place. The mosaic reflects the diversity Officers: of culture and experience in the women’s PRESIDENT/BOARD CHAIR If you’ve noticed the red and yellow building on 33rd Ave. S just arts group. Andy Reynolds, [email protected] as you turn off of Rainier Ave., that’s Courtland Place at Rainier VICE PRESIDENT & CLUBHOUSE COMMITTEE CHAIR Court. It houses 200 residents who are either over the age of 62 or Peter Greaves, [email protected] The blue and gray building across the street from Courtland Place TREASURER & FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR over 55 with disabilities. Courtland Place is a tight-knit community is The Dakota at Rainier Court. It is an affordable family commu- Bart Wilson, [email protected] of veterans, retired Boeing employees, teachers, nurses, musicians, nity with residents living in one-, two- and three-bedroom apart- SECRETARY homemakers and more. These men and women are a treasure trove ments. Many of the children who live in this community attend Bill Davis, [email protected] GENERAL COUNSEL of talent and perspective, and are quite active in the surrounding John Muir Elementary school, just a couple blocks down the street. Ron Suter community. They attend local churches, volunteer, support local At the heart of this highly diverse community is a sizable immi- Committees: shops and are involved in many community events. grant population from East and West Africa. COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE CHAIR Ann Beeman, [email protected] Courtland Place residents are also participating in a unique wom- DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE CHAIR This August, SHAG is excited to open its newest community— Judith Yarrow, [email protected] en’s arts and culture group with the help of SEED Arts (more at Columbia Gardens at Rainer Court—right next to The Dakota. Co- GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR pro tem www.seedseattle.org). By providing translation services, the group lumbia Gardens will have 70 affordable apartments and townhomes Lee Stanton, [email protected] brings together residents who would not otherwise have been able for seniors. It is an environmentally friendly building, with a large PARKS & OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE CHAIR TBD, [email protected] to communicate with each other while they collaborate on art pro- courtyard in the center featuring pea-patch planters for gardening. ZONING, LAND USE, PLANNING & TRANSPORTATION CHAIR jects. The culmination of the program will be a glass mosaic piece Jin Lee, [email protected] Want to get involved and support SHAG? On September 13, 2014, M.L. KING JR. SCHOLARSHIP FUND REPRESENTATIVE Judy McBroom SHAG is holding a bike-ride fundraiser called Spokes for Folks, with proceeds supporting seniors who are living independently. Board Members at Large: Justin Elder Ben Blakey Mark Temmel The ride will start at the Tukwila Community Center and follow Zach Fleet Mike Brosius the Interurban trail to Pacific, WA. Jim Kleckner Dawn Counts Clubhouse director: For more information on Spokes for Folks, Megan Haile, [email protected] go to www.housing4seniors.com/spokes- CLUBHOUSE PROGRAMS & OUTREACH: Erin Bruce, [email protected] for-folks. You can register as a participant or support a rider. You can also stop by Clubhouse Staff: The View: Joe Kadushin Vatsala Isaac – Editor-in-Chief SHAG’s Discovery Center any time to Mary Joy Lopez Gaelan Kelly – Layout and Design meet SHAG’s staff, learn about the Com- Kristen Myers Scott Macphee – Copy Editing/Produc- Rory Deen tion Management munity Life Foundation and take a tour of the three wonderful communities.

2 3 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 Secretary’s View of MBCC Business Southeast District Council seeks to be a more By Bill Davis, MBCC Secretary Following is a quick review of our monthly community meetings. Increased residential density and walkability can be addressed by active voice with City of Seattle adding small, energy efficient homes near existing mass transit by Bill Davis, MBCC representative and Southeast District Council secretary April 3 Community Meeting facilities. A ten-year growth plan serves to attract desirable busi- The Southeast District Council (SEDC) meets at the Rainier Com- Regional council, rideshare companies, and bicycle commuting. A 6:30 PM social with snacks and beverages provided by Mioposto nesses by establishing clear zoning guidelines. The city council is munity Center (4600 38th Ave. S.) at 6:30 PM on the fourth Wednes- Diversity in our district might require majority and opposing Caffe & Pizzeria preceded the 7:00 PM Community meeting. expected to vote on the recommended zoning changes within a day of the month, except holidays and mid-summer. More informa- views on controversial topics. Outreach to non-member organi- few months. tion on this committee is available at www.southeastseattle.org. zations must include educating them on the benefits membership. Lee Stanton, Governance & Nominations committee chair (gov- [email protected]) announced that Judy McBroom May 5 Community Meeting March 26 Council Meeting May 28 Council Meeting has been nominated to fill Doug McBroom’s seat on the MBCC MBCC Vice President and Clubhouse Committee Chair Peter Bernie Matsuno, Director of the Seattle Department of Neigh- Brian Dougherty from the Seattle Department of Transportation board representing the MLK scholarship committee. Lee briefly Greaves ([email protected]) announced board can- borhoods, provided a historical perspective at the beginning of a presented information on the Safe Routes To School program. explained our election process with nominations at the April com- didates: Bill Davis, Zach Fleet, Judy McBroom, Judith Yarrow, Mike brainstorming session on how the council might expand participa- Sidewalk repairs, reflective signs, and crosswalks are planned in munity meeting followed by annual elections at the May commu- Brosius, Peter Greaves, and Ron Suter. Colin MacDonald and Sue tion and become an advocate for the residents of southeast Seat- various locations. This program does not currently include ar- nity meeting. He invited those present to self-nominate by contact- Cary are retiring from the board. A motion was made and seconded tle. We currently host presentations and administer several grant eas surrounding private schools such as the La Escuelita Bilingual ing him after the meeting. before the slate of board candidates was approved by unanimous vote. programs. With recent changes which call for most city council School on South Genesee Street near 36th Ave. S. members to represent a geographic district, we could serve as the Jin Lee; Zoning, Land Use, Planning & Transportation (ZLUPT) Community relations liaison, Jim Fry and chief operating officer, place where our representative connects with residents and busi- Phillis Porter ([email protected]) offered information about a committee chair ([email protected]) recommended Eric Corning described the 65th annual Seafair events which in- nesses in their district. new greenway on South Myrtle Street in the Othello neighborhood. subscribing to www.nextdoor.com as a means to follow changes clude the July 24 Torchlight parade followed by Seafair weekend planned for the Mount Baker light rail station area. Jin introduced August 1 through 3. The Blue Angels air show will return along April 23 Council Meeting Copies of the original guidelines for district councils were offered Lyle Bicknell ([email protected]), a principal urban design- with F1 tunnel boats, Patriot Fliers, and a fireworks show. Impact- Several of the groups applying for grants were each given five min- as part of our ongoing discussion of bylaws and membership re- er with Seattle’s Department of Planning and Development, who ed residents were offered compensation via free passes. utes to explain their proposals and solicit feedback. quirements. In addition to member-based and business organiza- described the challenge of adding 70,000 new homes and 115,000 tions, additional organizations might be approved for a one-year jobs expected in Seattle over the next two decades as comparable June 2 Combined Board and Community Meeting During our second brainstorming session, the council expressed membership, which could be renewed by a vote of existing mem- to adding a city the size of Bellevue within the Seattle city limits. After presenting a number of reports on the club status, Peter intro- a collective feeling that we are not functioning as the voice of our bers. We could appoint a council member to work with smaller The new Seattle mixed-type zoning allows for residential, retail, duced representatives from Seattle Public Utilities and King Coun- community. We should write letters to city officials. We should groups that might not meet our membership requirements. Our and light industrial use. The Mount Baker station area is an ur- ty who described a series of construction projects in our neighbor- gather recommendations on issues such as zoning changes to the hope is to present proposed bylaw changes for a vote by this Fall. ban village hub where a moderate amount of growth is expected. hood to reduce Combined Sewer Overflow. Mount Baker light rail station area, actions of the Puget Sound

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4 5 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 Powerful Schools & YMCA of Greater Seattle Renew the Legacy: A campaign to count beyond 100 years Join forces By Ann Suter, former MBCC Development Committee Chair By Jenn Daly, Development & Communications Director for Powerful Schools Powerful Schools is an award-winning nonprofit organization that By now, you probably know that the Clubhouse, the center of opera- also give us an opportunity to provide enhancements such as win- began in 1991 as a grassroots effort by South Seattle residents who tions for the Mount Baker Community Club and the heart and home dow coverings, interior and exterior lighting changes and improved were concerned about the state of public schools that their children of our neighborhood, turned 100 years old in 2014. It has been more restroom fixtures, lighting and ventilation. were attending. Parents, staff, and neighbors of Hawthorne, John than 20 years since the building has had a major renovation, following Muir, ORCA at Columbia and Whitworth elementary schools— an arson fire in 1992. At the time, we made all of the repairs and some It is time to invest in significant updates, and your Mount Baker along with members of the Mount Baker Community Club and updates thanks to insurance and funds raised by the community. Community Club needs a capital infusion. Our policy is to avoid the Columbia City Revitalization Committee—established Power- taking on debt whenever possible. As such, we are planning to ful Schools to improve their schools and the surrounding neigh- Over the years, our annual operating budget has provided reserves launch a capital campaign to Renew the Legacy and acknowledge borhoods where they lived and worked. to take care of normal maintenance, emergency repairs and periodic the fond memories and historic significance of the Community Club, special projects. What we do not have is a capital budget to provide the Clubhouse and our beautiful Mount Baker neighborhood. Our Powerful Schools has delivered stimulating, multi-year, school- funding for more expensive projects that protect the integrity of the 100th anniversary is the perfect time for us to invite all of you—resi- wide academic programs integrated into public elementary schools facility and add to the value of our historic Clubhouse. dents, businesses and former neighbors who have fond memories of in Seattle and South King County. They are committed to serv- events at the clubhouse—to renew your commitment to the legacy of ing children who are the least empowered and who are enrolled in Funds for the operating budget come through building rentals, the Mount Baker Community Club. schools with limited resources. On average, 73% of the students small program grants, and—most significantly—our annual fund we serve qualify for free or reduced lunches. Of the 4,604 students campaign, for which we take donations all year long. The operat- There are so many ways you can help, and any help you can give is and families reached during the 2012-2013 school year, 87% of ing budget is enough to hire a small staff that manages the Club- invaluable. We need: Powerful Schools’ students were children of color, 73% of the stu- house, including special events and programs; coordinates rentals • Direct donations dents we serve qualify for free or reduced lunches and 22% were and classes; and delivers The Mount Baker View newsletter to your • Connections to in-kind or donated resources and pledges English Language Learners (ELL). mailbox four times a year. The operating budget also covers plumb- • Members of a small on-the-ground steering committee ing and floor repairs, light bulb replacement, cleaning, yard main- • Venues for home parties After nearly 25 years of service in our immediate community, Pow- tenance, electrical, heat, water, trash bills and more than $5,000 in • Office support erful Schools is excited to announce that as of August 1, 2104, they Seattle property taxes. This is an abbreviated list, but you get the idea. • …And more. Just tell us what you can offer! have joined the YMCA of Greater Seattle to expand their reach and Basic upkeep on the Clubhouse is a constant project. impact. The leadership of both organizations believe that their com- Starting this autumn, we will offer Clubhouse tours at 5:30 PM before bined resources will enable further advancement of meaningful edu- Now 100 years old, our Clubhouse needs a new roof, gutters and the monthly MBCC community meetings. If you have never taken a cational interventions for children in underserved communities. downspouts; window replacement to deal with rot and increased tour, or if it has been a while since you have been inside, join a tour. energy efficiencies; heat and hot water appliance replacements; and Learn about the planned improvements. See how you can play a role “The YMCA and Powerful Schools are committed to provid- complete exterior and interior painting. These necessary projects in sustaining the Clubhouse through our Renew the Legacy campaign. ing meaningful and effective academic interventions that enable students to succeed in school,” said Robert B. Gilbertson, Jr., President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Seattle. “Work- ing together, we will be able to support young students in ways BREAKING NEWS: that keep them on grade level and increase the likelihood of MBCC renovations get a jumpstart with planning grant We are excited to announce that the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods future academic success including high school graduation.” has awarded MBCC a $25,000 grant from the Neighborhood Matching Fund. This is a great prelude to the Renew the Legacy campaign, as it will Powerful Schools’ programming will continue uninterrupted help us develop the plan for the renovations to our beloved 100-year-old in existing partner schools, and together the Y and Power- Clubhouse. In the early fall we will contract with a design team to help us ful Schools will work to expand its combined reach and serve define the scope of work for repairs and upgrades and guide us through more students in need. “There is basically no overlap in the detailed scheduling and budgeting. children we serve through our current programs,” said Erica The steering committee for the grant includes MBCC board members Mullen, Executive of Education Initiatives for the YMCA of Lee Stanton, Peter Greaves, and Judith Yarrow, and community resi- Greater Seattle. “Our goal is to continue expanding the work of dents Ann Suter and Sue Cary. We will need input from the community Powerful Schools throughout the Greater Seattle community.” – and additional support to reach our final goal. For more information about the planning grant project, about the larger Renew the Legacy cam- Powerful Schools will eventually be known as “YMCA Powerful paign or to receive an RFQ request for the design team this fall, contact Schools” and will continue to leverage support from members and [email protected]. businesses in the local community to fund its work in area schools.

6 7 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 What’s not to love about the new hillclimb? We have the perfect venue for your next event By Judith Yarrow, Co-Chair, Friends of Charlestown Hillclimb By Megan Haile, MBCC Clubhouse Manager Everyone seems to be putting the Charlestown Hillclimb to good use. The Hillclimb’s landscaping project is funded by a City of Seattle De- For decades, the Clubhouse has provided a beautiful space for com- We hope to continue our variety of services while meeting our com- More people are using the stairs to go shopping or catch the bus on partment of Neighborhoods Small and Simple grant from the Neigh- munity events, celebrations and remembrances. Our classic ball- munity’s interests. Consider the Clubhouse for your next event Rainier Ave., neighbors gather at the hill top for the annual August Seat- borhood Matching Fund. The grant pays for the plants. Our match is room filled with light and surrounded by naturally beautiful land- whether you are hosting a party, facilitating a workshop, showing scaping has offered a desirable venue for neighbors, organizations a film, performing or simply collaborating with us towards great tle Night Out potluck, and with 86 steps, the stairway is a great site for the labor for planting, maintenance, and donated water for the next few and private renters. We offer discounted facility rental rates to our community programs. Visit our website for detailed rental pric- regular workouts. The newly landscaped hillside adds pride and pleas- years. MBCC is the fiscal agent for the Small and Simple match grant. neighbors because we appreciate them so much while maintaining a ing packages at www.mountbaker.org or contact Megan Haile at ure to using the stairway. reasonable market value for private renters. 206-722-7209 or [email protected]. The Charlestown Hillclimb is located between 37th Ave. S and Court- Charlestown Hillclimb is one of the parks and greenspaces stewarded by land Place S on the Charlestown St. right-of-way, at the northeast corner It makes us really proud to facilitate community programs that are Mount Baker Community Club. During the summer, Mount Baker res- of the Rainier Plaza. meaningful to Mount Baker and also provide a popular rental venue for idents and other Seattle volunteers hold monthly work parties to weed, the greater Seattle area. Facility use is up by 40% compared to last year. water, and mulch the new plants. They manage to keep the blackberries For more information about the Hillclimb project, to make a donation, Subsequently, personnel and operation expenses increased by 62%. at bay and the landscape thriving. or to receive email updates, contact [email protected] or visit the FCH Web site www.charlestownhillclimb.org. In the last year we have welcomed private parties to accommodate At the end of this October, Friends of Charlestown Hillclimb (FCH) will some of their most memorable and sincere events. Just last summer complete the planting at the top of the hill and fill-in planting on the we celebrated a neighbor’s 104th birthday party! We have been a film set for video productions such as: United Way of King County Youth hillside. The traffic circle at the bottom of the hill is part of the landscap- Homelessness Project “Mocking Bird”, Nordstrom’s “Inspire. Em- ing plan. We replaced its weeds with lavender plants and, in the fall, will power. Zella Pro.” fitness videos and more. We have a large range of replace the damaged birch with a Garry oak. returning organizations that offer concerts and performances, such as Blue Street Jazz Vocals and Simple Measures. We have served as Monthly work parties bring neighbors together to take care of and campaign centers, workshops or retreat hot spots and fundraising improve the Charlestown Hillclimb galas. This old house has stories to tell!

Full events calendar… Downloadable neighborhood walking Our website is brand new! maps… Community news… Fun ways to get involved or become an MBCC Booster… MountBaker.org has it all!

8 9 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 September 13, 2014 January 1, 2015 Share your stories and memories of living in Mount Baker at the Ring in the new year with a Men’s (and now Women’s) New Centennial Social from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Your contribu- Year’s Day Calling, an event that harkens back to the very begin- tions will help us tell the real story of the Clubhouse throughout ning of Mount Baker. Dust off your top hat and join us for an this centennial year. old fashioned house-calling with members of our local community. We will walk door-to-door to greet each other and bestow September 14, 2014 best wishes for the year ahead. The Centennial Celebration kicks off at the annual Day in the Park Festival with the first ever Day in the Park Amateur Tennis Mixer February 13, 2015 hosted by the Amy Yee Tennis Center. Whether you are an avid We’ll bring a speakeasy spirit to the Clubhouse with a prohibi- player or a curious spectator, join us for this opening event! tion-style mixology class. October 2014 March 20, 2015 Throughout the month, guided walking tours will highlight his- Prepare for spring with a home and garden seminar. torically significant buildings of Mount Baker. You will hear fas- cinating stories of the architecture and residents who established April 5, 2015 this neighborhood. Details to come on a So-Large-We-Cannot-Talk-Much-About- It-Yet Easter event! November 2014 The Clubhouse will host a farm-to-table dinner, silent auction and May 2015 evening entertainment. (Date, ticket prices and other details to come.) The ever-so-grand culmination of the Centennial Celebrations will come alongside the annual community potluck. As we gather December 7, 2014 together to rejoice in the arrival of spring, we will honor the past The Christmas Ships come to Mount Baker, and we will revive an by unveiling new historical interpretive panels and dedicating a old tradition of holding a Christmas tree lighting in Trudy Sand- time-capsule that documents neighborhood history. ers Triangle Park just south of the Clubhouse. We invite you to gather together to decorate and light the first community tree in over fifty years. After the ships leave our shore, we will retreat to Centennial the Clubhouse for a joyous holiday social with friends and family. Calender It is hard to imagine that in 1914, there was no Clubhouse defining the heart and home of Mount Baker. Not until a group of MBCC Centennial residents commissioned famed Seattle architect Ellsworth Storey of Events to design a new community building at the convergence of sev- Celebrations at eral major thoroughfares—Mount Baker Boulevard, Rainier Drive, Lake Park Drive, Mount Baker Drive, and McClellan Street. This the Clubhouse picturesque intersection was dominated by many trees and an open space designed by the Olmsted Brothers, one of America’s Top fashion for the By Corey Rawdon New Year’s Day Calling. most important landscape design firms. It was the perfect setting for a building that has served as a local landmark and focal point for neighborhood activity for 100 years.

Celebrating the past century of community service for our beloved Clubhouse has inspired a full year of programs and events. We will embrace nostalgia by reviving some events of yesteryear and at the same time start a few new traditions to carry us into the next 100 years of service.

We know you have stories-of-old, historical artifacts or photos worth sharing. Or maybe you have a burning desire to help us plan and organize these many fabulous events. Please contact us at [email protected] to get involved in the Cen-

The Annual Mask Ball was one of many traditions tennial Celebrations. We need your participation! This is YOUR from the early days of the Clubhouse. Clubhouse. Let’s celebrate it, together. Cheers! This photo is from 1911. 10 11 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 2013-2014 Annual Report to the Members By Judith Yarrow, MBCC Development Committee Chair The MBCC Mission The MBCC Vision We are pleased to present this year’s annual report of what the Mount Baker Community Club has done and accomplished in the past year— a report of an active club engaged in a lively community. To be the heart of the Mount Baker com- To be a catalyst that fosters a culture of munity. We believe strong connections participation and welcome within and All of you who live, work, and play in the Mount Baker neighborhood are members of Mount Baker Community Club. No dues. No assessments. Just a free and open community center for our beautiful neighborhood. Dedicated board members, part-time staff, and volunteers among neighbors are key to our common among the communities of the Mount bring you great programming, from the Day in the Park, the Home Tour, the annual Potluck, and community nights, to informative com- humanity. Baker neighborhood. munity meetings. But it is participation by members that sustains an active Club.

• Public meeting space for numerous nonprofit and community YOUR ACTIVE COMMUNITY CLUB groups, including Seattle Rose Society, Vegetarians of Washing- When Everyone Gives, Everyone Gains! ton Gourmet Dinners, Green Genius workshop, Twirl - Queer • The Annual Fund campaign was a demonstrated success: 317 Tea Dance donors gave $39,085 in gifts large and small, including $3,798 • Family movie nights in matches by employers and foundations • Weekly Clubhouse open houses • On the fourth annual Day of Service, 17 volunteers from the neighborhood planted more than 400 native trees, shrubs and Promoting the Exchange of ideas groundcovers on Charlestown Hillclimb • Ten membership meetings, discussing neighbor concerns • 30-year-old MLK Scholarship Committee granted up to and interests $10,000 each over two years to 21 deserving seniors from • Informational meetings on development around the Mount Franklin, Cleveland, and Garfield high schools Baker Light Rail Station and Mount Baker Play area • Community meetings with Seattle Police on crime and safety Sponsoring Activities in the Neighborhood • Mount Baker View newsletter mailed quarterly to 5,000+ • 42nd Annual Day in the Park and Parade households • 33rd Biennial Home Tour and Arts and Crafts Fair • Regular website updates and monthly e-blast communications • 65th Annual Christmas Ships bonfire and cookie party inviting two-way exchange • Mount Baker Community Yard Sale • In June 2014, launched our redesigned website—more user- friendly and with a live calendar to stay up to date on all Club- Creating a Welcoming Place to Gather house events and programs. • The always lively Annual Neighborhood Potluck • Continuing 30 years of Pied Piper children’s entertainment Representing the Community’s Interests • Fourth season of the popular Kindiependent Rock • Support and coordinate volunteer maintenance of neighbor- Concert Series hood parks and greenspaces: Mount Baker Park, Charlestown • Annual reception to thank our donors Hillclimb, View Ridge Park, Bradner Gardens, Colman Park, St. • Fitness classes, including Yoga, Kids’ Ballet, Nia, Tai Chi, Tango, Claire Park, the Slice, and the Comma Mixxed Fit and Zumba • Input on Mount Baker Light Rail Station area development • Science, math, theater and dance summer camps • Fiscal sponsor of neighborhood parks: Charlestown Hillclimb, View Ridge Park, Bradner Gardens, and Colman Park

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Robert Campbell Eric Noreen & Susan Hill Sharon Gossett & Leonard Young Steve Smith Summer Meltdown Music Festival Jon & Jeanne Cantalini Ed & Katrina Osborne Ned & Barbara Gulbran Joseph Souza Tutta Bella THANK YOU, MBCC Maggie & Walt Carr Jenny & Adam Ott Kamuron Gurol & Tina Rogers Leonard & Diane Speyer Vitality Pilates Sue & John Cary David Panther Krista Lee Hanson & Burke Stansbury Neal Stephenson & Ellen Lackermann Christina Chavez Lawrence Parks Annie Harper Marc Stolzman We make every effort to ensure our donor list is up- Annual Fund Donors! Josh Clauson Ed Parks & Deborah Dollard Harriet Herschel & Ron Rubin Jean & Barry Stolzman to-date and accurate. If there are errors or omis- Warren Clemans & Kathy Schmid Bette Pine & Nick Wagner Carol Hershman Cristopher Strawn sions, please contact Megan Haile at 206-722-7209 Visionary Ted & Patricia Collins Judy Poll Allan & Patricia Hikida Carol & Norm Strong or [email protected] so that we may cor- Anonymous Peter & Linda Dahl Cheryl Pope Jesslyn Howgate Midori Sumida rect the matter. Deidre & Fraser Black Cynthia David & Elihu Estey Barbara Porter LeAnn Hyatt Bret Sutton Michael & Laura Brosius Del & Patricia Davis Andrew Ries & Jenny Melville Chris Hynes & Mark Mumford Ana Tamura Becky Brown David & Katherine De Bruyn Victoria Ries & Sam Saracino Jeanne Iannucci & Terry Holmec Christi Thompson Benjamin Bruce Lynn Detweiler & Greg Detweiler Evelyn Rollins RC Jennings Linda Thompson Jen Cast Gale & Allan Devol Michael Scott Teresa & Marc Jensen Terry Thompson & Ortencia Santona Kristen Cole & Heather Chitty Pamela & Kenneth Eakes Melinda & Mike Sechrist Etsuko Mary Kawaguchi Willem & Sherri Tilstra Bill Davis Lois Edwards & Stanley Freeman John & Barbara Selberg Eve Keller Kristin Tregillus Zach Fleet David & Sarah Eitelbach Sara & Dave Sharkey Randy & Kristie Kirlin Leslie Tregillus & Tom Jones Peter & Vanessa Greaves Don Eklund Jane Skrivan Paul & Philomena Kohl Walter Vining Ann Marie Kimball Erin M. 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Cathy McBride Adam Kline & Genie Middaugh Linda Cannon Kari Nasby Gifts in in Memory of Joe & Jill McKinstry Amy Kosterlitz & Todd True Frances Carr Linh Nho Alice & Fred Kimball What? That can’t be! Jeff & Jamie Merriman-Cohen James Krieger Jean Catellani & Theresa Clark Carla & John Nichols Doug McBroom Fionnuala O’Sullivan Robert Levine & Karen Bohmke Patty Chemnick Patricia Nord Norma Saferstein The 2015 Home Tour may be Marie Peters Linda Lewis Stella Chivers Jim O’Halloran Marc Hershman cancelled without the leadership Julie Ralph Marcus & Lara Macklin Susan Chory Erin O’Reilly Carolann and Dennis Carpenter Peggy & Bob Rinne Janis Mallon Matthew Chow Pat & Margaret Opalka Nikke Grant of volunteer chairs! Bill & Jeanie Rosen Thomas Markl & Cricket Hewitt Markl Alberta Conrad & Nick McConaughy Gerald & Mildred Oppenheimer This is the biggest fundraiser for the Mount Katie & Howard Rossbach Joseph & Joyce Marleau Betty Cook Denise Paquette In-Kind Donors Baker Community Club. Don’t let it fade Leonora & Jesse Stevens Diller (Stevens Family Mary Ann & Chuck Martin David Coyle Janis Peralta A La Bonne Franquette into history! Foundation) Wallace & Patricia Mayfield, Sr Susan Davis Celestine Prince Ark Lodge Cinema Noel & Carol Treat Janet & Stanley McCammon Deborah DeWolfe & Kate Stewart Clements Provatakis BluWater Bistro Leschi Do you have an interest in preserving the Marcy Ushimaru Eve McClure & Florence Peterschmidt John Dillon & Johanna Melamed James & Jane Pugel C’mon* Peak Performance for the Rest of Us Clubhouse legacy and spotlighting the Judith Yarrow & Kit Dieffenbach Jim McConville & Sheryl Hudson Juliette Donlan & Mary Emanuel Katy Ransom Crate Away classic architecture of the neighborhood? Chris & Dabney Youtz Stacy McFarland & John Ostermann Janet & Tim Dowd Sherry Richardson & James Montague Dahlia Spa We need you! Email hometour@Mount- Sarah & Joe McIntyre Colin Downy Melinda Riser Emerald City Fired Arts Baker.org by November 1, 2014 to express Advocate Mary & Stan Means Katie Egolf & Kevin Rivard Joanne Roberts Hoffman Design Group your interest Nancy & Craig Abramson Ann Merryfield & Cyrus Cryst Patricia Ekelund & Kenneth Hall Ginny Robinson & Jim Rowlands Kit Dieffenbach Jewelry Amy Acher Danene Millard John & Jean Epler Victoria & Colin Romero Krista Lee Hanson Wellness Still not sure? You have one last chance. We Marjorie & Solomon Alhadeff Anne & Sam Miller April Ferry Alec Rooke Madres Kitchen are planning a special Home Tour social in Elissa Arnheim & Steve Mayszak Carol Mirman Joan Fiore Gail & Morris Rosenberg Mioposto September. Anyone thinking of volunteer- Walter & Yvonne Banks Dick Monroe John Stephen Forderhase, Esq. Randy Rowland Mixxed Fit Ardy & Al Bergman Tara Morgan Robin Fox & Bruce Quayle Ira Rushwald & Judy Kuskin One 20 One Salon and Spa ing for the 2015 Home Tour is encouraged to Bonnie Berk Toshi Moriguchi Susan & Kevin Fung Leaonard & Alice Schroeter Pederson’s Event Rentals attend. Email us! Shannon Berkley Tom & Linda Morris Terry Gallagher Cheryl Scott & Hannah Linden QFC Jessica Breznau Ken Mostow & Martha Straley Kevin Gallagher & Norbert Sorg Molly Sedlik Hasson Recess Monkey Lauren Brown Karen Mudd Luke Gjurasic Naomi See Safeway Kris & Alan Bushley Brad Neary & Suzette Sutherland William Glassford & Beverly Song Michael Shannon Seattle Bouldering Project Emilee Cagwin Sharon Neff Brad Goldberg & Michelle Goldberg Rick & Anne Sherley Southside Booty Camp

14 15 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 NEWS OF THE MOUNT BAKER COMMUNITY CLUB for September, 2014 Southeast Seattle Crime Prevention Council Meet Sue Cary: former MBCC Board Member by Bill Davis, Southeast Seattle Crime Prevention Council board member The Southeast Seattle Crime Prevention Council (SSCPC) meets implement solutions. Much of the meeting focused on police staffing at Large and Volunteer Par Excellence! on the first non-holiday Wednesday, September through June, at and crime statistics, which were presented for each patrol area in the By Vatsala Isaac 7:00 PM at the Southeast Seattle Senior Center (4655 S. Holly St.). south precinct with some comparisons to 2008 data. For more information, contact Pat Murakami at (206)478-9038 or Sue Cary has done more for Mount a neutral, accessible ground for everyone in the neighborhood – [email protected]. More information about SSCPC is available at The SEDC community meeting followed the committee meeting. Baker than purchase a home and be- people of varying ethnic and family backgrounds, sexual orienta- www.southcpc.org. A concern was raised that the committee should focus on building come a friendly neighbor since 1974. tions, and physical abilities.” communities, not creating transit corridors. Attacks on the elderly For forty years, she has written grants April 2 Community Meeting and digital device users might be reduced by providing more youth for local projects, promoted better Given her range of experiences, I asked her what makes her keep Deputy Mayor for External Affairs Hyeok Kim was the guest speaker. activities and educational opportunities. Economic development housing programs for the neighbors, volunteering. She gave me a quote to remember – “I truly believe in She shared some of the City’s future plans and listened to communi- must attract new businesses and living-wage jobs. South precinct of- sparked discussion on community our representative form of government. I believe that being a good ty concerns. Among the topic discussed were unfounded complaints ficers present heard concerns and suggestions from several residents. issues and worked to improve the citizen doesn’t mean you turn up to vote every four years when there to the Office of Professional Accountability (OPA), public mistrust, Mount Baker Community Club. The is a high-profile presidential election. It means understanding all lev- and diversion programs. June 4 Community Meeting Editorial Team at The View thought it els of government and becoming involved at the community level We were honored to have Mayor Ed Murray as our guest speaker. He was about time we asked her how and – in issues that are important to you and to the health of the com- South precinct officials reviewed recent crimes in our area. There discussed his plans for South Seattle and listened to community con- why she does what she does. munity. To be a good citizen means to be involved, at whatever level have been several narcotics arrests, cooperation has increased be- cerns. Our built environment and social services need to improve. you choose to be involved. And it’s so easy to get involved with your tween SPD and Metro Transit officers. Decoys are being used to con- He stressed that police reform is not optional. The 26 city cabinet A Political Science major with a Master’s degree in State & Local community in Seattle, especially in Mount Baker. Start with the kid front attacks around bus stops and light rail stations. New school members need to coordinate their plans. Marijuana stores should Government, Sue has always been involved in urban renewal and programming on Sat. mornings, and before you know it, you’ll be hours are planned for September of this year to reduce loitering of not be concentrated in South Seattle. One present described our area community redevelopment. Since she moved into neighborhood, discussing the placement of storm retention facilities in your block early dismissed students outside schools that have later hours. as a “job desert,” another asked for “programs that kids want,” and the diverse and growing community in Mount Baker has been the with your neighbors. Our neighborhood is strong and involved, and others wanted community center hours expanded. perfect canvas for her interests. She still remembers her first assign- if people know each other and learn how to work together, this is go- May 7 Community Meeting ment—writing a grant at her dining table allowing the Land Use ing to lead to safe communities, stronger community amenities, and (combined with Seattle council public safety committee meeting) Acting Captain, Lieutenant Steve Strand, listened to a number of Committee at MBCC to develop and landscape a safe and attractive a better city, state, country, and eventually… world! I believe we start The Seattle City Council’s Public Safety committee met at 5:30 PM community concerns. He has recently increased the number of foot stairway near Horton Street. Winning the grant and using Forward at home – learn to live beyond ourselves, then take on the inevita- with several television cameras and reporters present to cover dis- and bicycle patrols and succeeded in recovering eight firearms in the Thrust funds, the committee did all that was planned and more! ble issues of a large, diverse and complicated society; discuss them, cussion on recent incidents in South Seattle and ideas to define and last week. reach resolutions, and solve them! And what I love about Mount That first assignment proved to be the start of a long and event- Baker is that we are a microcosm of this way of life!” ful volunteering journey. Home with young kids, she was active- ly involved with the PTA at John Muir Elementary School. She walked the neighborhood collecting signatures on a petition for what then became the Mount Baker Housing Rehab Program, a pilot initiative that provided low-income homeowners in Mount Baker with low-interest loans for home upgrades. That program fueled gentrification and raised property values in the neighborhood. Sue was also appointed to the Seattle Planning Commission, and then worked with South East Effective Development (SEED) and Capitol Hill Housing. While at SEED, she worked to create privately-owned affordable housing like Gail Place Apartments, which included the novel concept of nearby private investment.

Sue’s volunteer role with the Mount Baker Community Club spans Shop Local many presidents and multiple projects. At a time when the Com- Mt. Baker’s Favorite Provider munity Club was going through a relatively quiet phase, she joined of Specialty Tile the Board and worked to update financial systems, upgrade rental Residential + Commercial policies, complete capital needs assessments, put in place necessary governmental policies and management plans, and organize panel discussions on issues that affected the community. She helped to T

I identify the role of the Clubhouse as one that would facilitate com- L Craig Norberg E By Appointment munity involvement and civil discussion, while steering clear of 206.343.9916 NORBERRY 1400 31st Ave South controversial matters of members’ personal opinion. “The Club- norberrytile.com Seattle 98144 house,” says Sue, “is the heart of the community, and it provides

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To send calendar updates email [email protected] MBCC kids page Updated listings on the website at mountbaker.org/events-calendar.html. COMMUNITY CLUB CALENDAR {All events held at the Mount Baker Clubhouse unless otherwise specified Here is a picture of your Mount Baker Community Clubhouse. September It needs some color, don’t you think? Go get your crayons, Hey kids! Monday, September 8 Community Meeting, 6:30 PM Meet and Greet with snacks, 7:00 – 8:30 PM open meeting. paint and colored pencils and turn it The View has a new page just for you! In every newsletter, look Join discussion on topics and issues relevant to our neighborhood. FREE EVENT presented by MBCC. Saturday, September 13 Centennial Social, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Come share your stories of living in Mount Baker and memories of events for info on your favorite MBCC events, contests, games, poems, Color into a piece of art. you enjoyed at the Community Club. These stories will be used throughout the year in our upcoming Centennial and silly stories. Celebrations. FREE EVENT presented by MBCC Me Crazy Sunday, September 14 Day in the Park Festival, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Featuring: kid’s parade, field day games, talent show, This is YOUR page. What would you like to see? Email your ideas, tennis tournament, neighborhood kick ball game, food trucks, pop up bike park, all neighborhood tug-of-war, artwork or stories to [email protected] live music. FREE EVENT presented by MBCC Sunday, September 14 Bicycle Sunday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Enjoy a beautiful car-free bike ride along Lake Washington Blvd. Only one more Bicycle Sunday after this one! FREE Tuesday, September 16 Seattle Rose Society Monthly meeting, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Learn more about growing roses. LINES Monthly meetings are open to everyone and feature guest speakers on a variety of rose gardening topics. FREE Wednesday, September 17 Gourmet Vegetarian Dinner, 6:30 - 9:00 PM. Hosted by Vegetarians of WA. All are welcome – kids, too! and LIMERICKS All food served is vegetarian, dairy-free and egg-free. Make reservations at www.VegOfWa.org. Sunday, September 21 Bicycle Sunday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Enjoy a beautiful car-free bike ride along Lake Washington Blvd. Thin Vin This is the last Bicycle Sunday of the year! FREE I know a young fellow named Vin october October 2014 Mount Baker Historical Walking Tour. Dates and times at www.MountBaker.org. Join local historians and ghost Who is really remarkably thin hunters for a walking historical tour of Mount Baker. FREE ART Monday, October 6 Community Meeting, 6:30 PM Meet and Greet with snacks, 7:00 – 8:30 PM open meeting. CONTEST When he carries a pole Join discussion on topics and issues relevant to our neighborhood. FREE EVENT presented by MBCC People say, “Bless my soul! Wednesday, October 15 Gourmet Vegetarian Dinner, 6:30 - 9:00 PM. Hosted by Vegetarians of WA. All are welcome – kids, too! What does a Day in the Park mean to you? All food served is vegetarian, dairy-free and egg-free. Make reservations at www.VegOfWa.org. Use the space below or a piece of your own paper to draw a bright What a shock to find out you’ve a twin.” Saturday, October 18 PIED PIPER FAMILY EVENT SERIES, 10:30 - 11:30 AM. Featuring Puppets Please. and exciting picture of the fun you have had at the Day in the Park Colorful animal characters sing and dance, roller skate, have fun with kids and just maybe nibble on a shoe or two. - Brandon Specktor, Limericks for Kids Festival. Bring your artwork to the Day in the Park on September 14, Presented by MBCC, $3 per person. give it to Megan Haile (the Clubhouse Manager) or email it to Friday, October 24 Simple Measures 10th Anniversary, 7:30 PM start. Listen to exuberant music from the Mendelssohn’s Octet, [email protected] Piazzolla and more. Tickets online at www.simplemeasures.org. MBCC Presents Saturday, October 25 South African Food and Craft Fair, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Bring the family to purchase regional food and treats. Meet VIP guest Doriane Berry. Lunch available after 11:00 AM. Contact Joy for more info at (425) 653-1575 or [email protected]. FREE. November Sunday, November 2 MBCC Donor Reception Monday, November 3 Community Meeting, 6:30 PM Meet and Greet with snacks, 7:00 – 8:30 PM open meeting. Join discussion on topics and issues relevant to our neighborhood. FREE EVENT presented by MBCC 2014/2015 Pied Piper Family Events Series Friday, November 14 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM. Pack a picnic dinner and roll out your sleeping bags. All shows are 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | $3/person $5 for the whole family! Proceeds benefit MBCC. Tuesday, November 18 Seattle Rose Society Monthly meeting, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Learn more about growing roses. October 18 Monthly meetings are open to everyone and feature guest speakers on a variety of rose gardening topics. FREE Wednseday, November 19 Gourmet Vegetarian Dinner, 6:30 - 9:00 PM. Hosted by Vegetarians of WA. All are welcome – kids, too! Puppets Please All food served is vegetarian, dairy-free and egg-free. Make reservations at www.VegOfWa.org. November 22 Saturday, November 22 PIED PIPER FAMILY EVENT SERIES, 10:30 - 11:30 AM. Featuring Eli Rosenblatt. Eli brings rhythm, positivity and goofiness to his songs about silly animals, love, friendship and freedom to live. Singer/Songwriter Eli Rosentblatt Presented by MBCC, $3 per person. January 31 Magician Jeff Evans Weekly Classes at the Clubhouse (not produced by MBCC) Parks & Open Spaces Information: Mondays – Yoga and Argentine Tango To become involved in a neighborhood parks project, receive updates, February 28 Tuesdays – Zumba, NIA and MixxedFit reminders or information about their work parties, please contact the Charlie the Noise Guy Wednesdays – T’ai Chi following specific park leads: Thursdays – Zumba March 28 2nd and 4th Sundays T’ai Chi and Twirl Queer Tea Dance (1hr lesson and Charlestown Hillclimb- Hilary at [email protected] Kevin Connor Swing Trio social) For times, details, and registration, visit www.MountBaker.org Colman Park- Colin at [email protected] Bradner Gardens Park- Joyce at [email protected] Join the Community email list to keep up to date on the happenings in Mount Baker Ridge Viewpoint- Ken at (206) 234.5367, More information on the performers in this and around the Clubhouse! (206) 234.5367 or [email protected] long-running entertainment series is on the “The Slice”- Colin and Ned c/o [email protected] calendar at www.MountBaker.org. Mount Baker Park Del c/o- [email protected] The winning picture will feature in the next issue of The View.

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Mount Baker Community Club Presents summer of love The 43rd Annual Day in the Park Sunday, September 14 | 10:00 AM-3:00 PM | Mount Baker Park Wear flowers in your hair and all your best hippie flair. Bellbottoms & beads! Tie-dye! Headbands & fringe vests! Annual Childrens Parade First annual Amateur Tennis Tournament Kick off of the Mount Baker Clubhouse Centennial Celebration

Field day games •Neighborhood kick ball game •All neighborhood tug-of-war •Talent Show •Food trucks •and so much more! •Live music •Pop up bike park K20 T