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Winter 2019-20 A Publication of the Phinney Neighborhood The Review Association Events, classes, and stories for Northwest Seattle neighbors Fun in PhinneyWood: GloCone & Monkey Lighting Winter Festival & Crafts Fair PhinneyWood Phestivus In this issue: PNA’s new leader Business & community Tips for walking at night Local authors’ inspirations Connecting families & seniors Phinney Neighborhood Association • 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 • 206.783.2244 • phinneycenter.org Winter 2019-20 A Publication of the Phinney Neighborhood The Review Association Inside This Issue Phestive family fun 4 Monkey around at the 'hood's holiday party Millions for seniors 6 Find out how levy will improve elders' lives A new leader Meet PNA's new 6 Executive Director Staying safe 7 Learn tips to walk in dark winter evenings Seattle spark 8 Discover local authors' northwest inspirations Once a month, players show up at Couth Buzzard for friendly games of Mexican-train dominoes and always support the bookstore by buying a beverage. Photo by Connie McDougall Makers and music Experience the beloved 11 The business of building community Winter Festival & Crafts Fair Meet your local 12 Much-loved bookstore brings people together; business owners hangs on in changing neighborhood Plus business updates 13 by Connie McDougall says. “I fell in love with the place. The operates on a shoestring. “It’s a Terry Hudgens moved to Seattle first time I went in, I bought all of the constant challenge with expenses Senior highlights with her family three years ago, Amy Tan books. After reading them, I always going up. Rents go up,” he 14 having just a single friend in the area. brought them back for store credit. It’s says. “We’re making it month-to- Greenwood Senior Center Not intimidated by the Seattle Freeze a warm, welcoming space.” month. I can pay my staff and give bustles with activities for 17 mythology, she set about finding her Terry notes that Couth Buzzard myself a tiny income but we’re adults of all ages tribe, in part, by hosting Mexican- is an anachronism in a changing surviving, not thriving.” train domino games at Greenwood’s neighborhood. “It’s such a carry over He notes that while gathering Adopt-a-Grand Couth Buzzard Books, located at 8310 18 from the past—it has a ‘60s vibe— spaces are always free, “We do ask Connect generations Greenwood Ave. N. with all the high-rises going up.” Yet, that people support us by buying with a new program This iconic neighborhood gathering she adds, it has a timeless feel and something.” spot sells new and used books, offers purpose. One plan to make it more profitable free meeting space for a variety of “It serves such a diverse community. is to get younger folks in the door. “I Give of yourself 19 groups, musicians, authors and more, They have scout meetings there, try to bring in younger musical acts, Volunteer opportunities plus feeds the soul with an eclectic authors read from their new books, there’s an open-mic night, and we’ve menu that covers all the basics— all kinds of musical groups perform. had stand-up comedy,” Theo says. including coffee, wine, bagels, pizza, It’s hard for me to get that big back “We might have a trivia night. The Learn and grow 20 plus homemade soups and brownies. room for dominoes because it’s often thing is, we don’t want to divide up Winter class schedule “I heard about Couth Buzzard booked up.” the generations. This is for everyone.” 22 from a friend who told me that it’s And yet, in spite of the bookstore’s her home away from home,” Terry loyal following, owner Theo Dzielak Continued on page 9 The Review Winter 19-20 - Vol. 33, No. 1 From the Board President Published quarterly by the Phinney Neighborhood Association 6532 Phinney Ave N How do you replace an Executive and commitment to issues such as Seattle, WA 98103 Director (ED) like Lee Harper? Slowly, diversity, equity, and inclusion. And Phone: 206.783.2244 Web: phinneycenter.org collaboratively, and deliberately! Amanda Froh, again, each step involved teams of Hiring a new ED is the board’s most PNA Board staff, board, and community transition Circulation: 20,000 important responsibility. team members. President Publisher: Lee Harper In May, when Lee announced her Although all 11 candidates who plans to pursue other opportunities, were interviewed in person were Editor: Ana Maria King the board immediately got to work to and nationally, we were rewarded with highly qualified, three exceptional Copy Editing: Emily Mack fill her shoes. a deep candidate pool representing finalists emerged. The PNA hired Crux, a local different ages, races, genders, and The full board interviewed each Proofreading: Ann Bowden, Susie Hutchins consulting firm specializing in working ethnicities. finalist at a special meeting on Oct. 29. with non-profits, to help develop and By the end of August, we received Following deliberations, the board Desktop Publishing: Ana manage the process for selecting and well over 100 applications. Our chose Dar’Nesha Weary for the position. Maria King, Ruthie MacDonald recruiting her replacement. transition team divided into four Dar’Nesha will begin at the PNA Contributing Writers: We assembled a transition team teams of two, each consisting of a on December 2. (See page 6 to learn R. Bauermeister, A. Burnett, consisting of four board members (the board member and a staff person, to about Dar’Nesha.) L. Chow, J. Durand, P. Freeman, officers), four PNA staff members, and evaluate those resumes. The board is extremely grateful A. Froh, AM King, J. Jones, two members of the community to When disagreements arose, our to the PNA staff and community C. Mack, C. Maykut, get the work done. two community members helped to participants who dedicated an C. McDougall, C. Paine, We developed a job description resolve issues. extraordinary amount of time and K. Rava, B. Thorness to reflect not only the many We followed resume screening by thoughtfulness to this process. responsibilities of the ED but also phone interviews (of the top 25), and We are especially indebted to all Ad Sales: Ruthie MacDonald the wide range of strengths and skills in-person interviews (of the top 11). members of the PNA family who will 206.783.2244, phinneycenter.org/ needed to be successful. At each step, we developed welcome our new ED into her role, and review/advertise By posting and sharing the questions to learn more about the who will work with her to ensure the Cover photo: Mike Veitenhans announcement widely, both locally candidate’s experience, approach, continued success of the organization. The Review • Winter 2019-20 • Page 1 About The Review newspaper About PNA Founded in 1980 by community The Review is published by Phinney Neighborhood Association members, the mission of the Phinney (PNA) four times per year. It includes articles of interest to Neighborhood Association (PNA) is Northwest Seattle—particularly Phinney and Greenwood, to build, engage, and support our What does Phinney Neighborhood updates on local businesses, as well as events, programs, diverse community through programs, Association do for YOU? and classes at the Phinney Center and Greenwood Senior services, and activities that connect Center. The Review is mailed directly to PNA members and neighbors and foster civic engagement all residents in Phinney/Greenwood. It's also available at the in Northwest Seattle. This includes... CONNECT & ENGAGE Phinney Center, the Greenwood Senior Center, local libraries, Meet and mingle at events, and online at phinneycenter.org/review. Events and community gatherings groups, and volunteer Events ranging from beer tastes and opportunities. Get support and book swaps to holiday celebrations camaraderie with programs at the Greenwood Senior Center and PNA Village. Classes and activities Classes and groups for all ages on a wide range of subjects and interests LEARN Room rentals Take a class at the Phinney The space you need for all types of Center or Greenwood Senior events and gatherings Center, join one of four preschool co-ops Greenwood Senior Center or Whittier Kids licensed childcare or Services and support for seniors, preschool, or check out a book group. plus activities and classes adults of all ages can enjoy PNA Village BORROW Helping older residents stay in their As a PNA Member, get access homes and community as they age to the Tool Library and borrow Phinney Farmers Market instead of buy. Plus, get free Fresh, local produce and goods each heirloom seeds at the King County summer in partnership with Seattle Seed Library, open to all. Neighborhood Farmers Markets Hot Meal Program GATHER Nutritious meals in a welcoming Rent space for all types of Become a PNA Member! setting, three times each week get-togethers, from meetings You can also join online at phinneycenter.org/membership Tool Lending Library and classes to parties and reunions. The tools you need to get the job New Member Renewal done right, plus referrals, classes, and Donation (already a member) the monthly Fixers' Collective meetup SAVE Looking for a great holiday gift? King County Seed Library As a PNA Member, get discounts A PNA Membership truly opens the door to our community! A library of heirloom varieties to on events, classes, copies, and Visit phinneycenter.org/gift to give the gift of community. complete your garden faxes. Plus, get free notary service. Community Woodshop Name(s) Learn woodworking in a class or use What does Phinney Neighborhood the space for your own project Association do for your COMMUNITY? Address Preschool Co-ops Four parent-run preschools, including events City State Zip Spanish and Japanese language 68 bilingual programs & classes at Phinney Center Telephone: Home Cell Whittier Kids Play-based preschool, and licensed before- and after-school care, and 10,000+ Email(s) summer camps at Whittier Elementary attendees PNA membership is tax deductible! PNA Business Group Indicate your level of support; write in the amount in the Supporting, networking, and promoting local businesses 29,986 appropriate space.