IN THIS ISSUE
Phinney Reads
Thank You Volunteers!
Phinney Neighbors in Action
Volunteers Needed
Phinney Farmers Market
Call to Artists
Read Ahead
New PNA Kids! Summer Camps
Ridge Romp
Moulin Rouge Auction
New Member Orientation
Family Sing-Along
PNA Home & Garden Tour
Office Space Available
Bingo/Karaoke
Understanding Immigration Issues
A Vibrant Elder Culture
Spaghetti Dinners
Line Dancing!
GSC Volunteer Needs
SAGE Summit
Events & Activities
4/3 Art Gallery: Earth Day 2009
4/4 Ridge Romp: The Reptile Man
4/5 Family Sing-along w/ Gary Paine
4/8 PNA Book Club: Mexican Enough: My Life Between the Borderlines by Stephanie Griest
4/10 PNA Game Night
4/16 New Member Orientation
4/20 Phinney Reads: The Highest Tide by Jim Lynch
4/24 Bingo/Karaoke (GSC)
4/24 Untitled[Intersection] Contemporary Art & Poetry: Shin Yu Pai & Kris Wheeler
Education Classes
4/1 Building Codes & the Permit Process
4/3 Infant/Child CPR
4/4 CPR/First Aid/HIV Certification
4/4-6/13 Japanese Conversation
4/8 Basics of Estate Planning
4/8 How to Inspect Your Own Home
4/18 Greywater Roof Workshop
4/24 Self-Help Acupressure for Insomnia
4/29 Storm Window Workshop
4/30 SNAP Seattle Neighbors Actively Prepare
AT THE GSC
Community Technology Workshops for All
4/1 Wired for Learning - Computer Basics
4/2 & 4/9 Microsoft Outlook
4/6 - 4/20 Microsoft PowerPoint
4/7 Mozilla Firefox
4/8 Wired for Learning - Word Processing
4/15 Wired for Learning - Internet
4/22 Wired for Learning - Email
4/30 Backup Your Computer
Seniors Teaching Seniors
(To register for these classes, call (206) 684-0639)
4/7 & 4/9 Computer Basics
4/14 Basics and Beyond
4/21 & 4/23 Touring the World Wide Web
4/27 - 5/1 Easy Photo Editing |
Weekly Groups
Mondays: Spanish Conversation (Beginning & Intermediate)
Thursdays: Phinney Friends Crochet Group
Thursdays: Movie Night
Fridays: Bridge Club
Monthly Meetings
4/2 Seattle Peak Oil Awareness
4/7 Phinney Ridge Community Council
4/15 American Cetacean Society "Dolphin Mysteries, Unlocking the Secrets of Communication"
4/22 NW EcoBuilding Guild "Living Building Case Study"
4/28 NW Biodiesel Network
Seattle Folklore Society Concerts
4/4 Pandit Vikash Maharah w/ Prabhash Maharaj
4/11 Claudia Schmidt
4/18 David Roth
4/25 Lynn Miles
Tickets (206) 528-8523 or
www.seafolklore.org
Emerald City Contra Dances
Fridays: 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24
PNA Well Home Program
Wed. 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Tool donations, antique or useable, accepted anytime!
Relief Tool Librarians are needed.
Call Mike Broili at (206) 789-4993 for details. |
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Mission Statement of the
Phinney Neighborhood Association
The mission of the Phinney Neighborhood Association is to build community by providing and promoting programs, services and activities aimed at connecting neighbors and fostering civic involvement in our diverse community.
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2009 PNA Special Events
PNA Moulin Rouge Auction
May 2
Phinney Farmers Market
May 29 - October 2
PNA Home & Garden Tour
June 7
Summer Beer Taste
July 18
Greenwood Garage Sale Day
September 12
Winter Beer Taste
November 14
Thanksgiving Potluck
November 26
Winter Festival & Crafts Fair
December 5 & 6
Phinney Center Gallery
Art Openings
usually the first Friday of each month
Dinners for Eight
January 17, March 21, May 16,
July 18 & September 19
For more information about any of these special events, call the PNA at (206) 783-2244 or visit our website at www.phinneycenter.org. |
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Phinney Reads
On Monday, April 20, author Jim Lynch will read from and discuss his book, The Highest Tide, for Phinney Reads. In this poignant coming of age tale, a precocious boy has a summer in which inexplicable things keep happening and he’s trying to make sense of it with the help of a marine biologist, a mystical lady and his own clear-headed observations. Lynch will be here at 7:30 p.m. in Room 6 of the Blue Building. Santoro’s Books, at 7405 Greenwood Ave N, is offering a 15% discount on the book. For more information, contact Chardell at (206)783-2244.
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Thank You Volunteers!
April is National Volunteer Month and we'd like to thank everyone who shares the gift of their time to support the PNA all year long. Whether you are a co-op parent, serve at the soup kitchen or overflow shelter, put in long hours on the Board or a committee, volunteer during our many events, teach a class, or help keep our building and grounds looking good, we really appreciate all that you do. The Phinney Neighborhood Association wouldn't be the same without you!
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Phinney Neighbors in Action
The Comfort & Joy Gift Drive continues through April 13. It's not too late to purchase items to benefit children at Childhaven and the Broadview Emergency Shelter. To see a list of suggested gifts visit the PNC or GSC lobbies or go to comfortandjoy.notlong.com.
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Volunteers Needed
It’s spring and Heart of Phinney Park, at the intersection of Phinney/Greenwood and N. 67th Street, is ready for some TLC. We're looking for volunteers willing to spend a few hours each month weeding, deadheading, picking up litter and keeping things looking good. These independent gardeners, dubbed Pacemakers, work on their own schedules following a brief orientation. You are also invited to join us for a work party on Saturday, April 18 from 10 am - 1 pm. Email judith@phinneycenter.org to RSVP for the work party or to schedule a Pacemaker walk-through.
If you've recently experienced a change in your work situation, we would love to benefit from some of your extra time and energy. Skilled volunteers are needed to take on a number of special projects. Most projects are ideal for workers who'd like to take ownership of the project outcome. Contact judith@phinneycenter.org for a list of opportunities and to set up a meeting to discuss your skills.
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2008 Design by Ben Mann
Phinney Farmers Market
Mark your calendars for Friday, May 29, when the Phinney Farmers Market will begin the summer season. While you wait for luscious berries, crisp greens, and lovely Friday afternoons eating and visiting with neighbors, you can help choose the art for this year's market merchandise. Between April 20 and May 1 you will be able to vote on the designs submitted through a design contest. Just log on to the Phinney Farmers Market web page to see the finalists and cast your vote. If you just can't wait, stop by the PNC and pick up a market t-shirt from 2007 or 2008 - they're on sale! We're also looking for volunteers to act as PNA Ambassadors on market days, sharing info about PNA programs and events and selling market merchandise. For details, contact judith@phinneycenter.org.
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Call to Artists
Visit the Phinney Center Gallery webpage for the call to artists of the 2010 gallery season. Complete submission details and application information will be listed at this web address.
Upcoming gallery openings:
April: Earth Day 2009
April 3, 7 - 9 p.m.
Show displayed April 3 - May 1
May: Greenwood/Phinney Artwalk
Juror's Pick: May 8, 7 - 9 p.m.
June: Jules Anslow and Li-Ting Hung:
Dreaming Fiction: June 5, 7 - 9 p.m.
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Read Ahead
The PNA Book Club meets in the Blue Room on Wednesday, May 13 at 7 p.m. The May selection is Year of Wonders: A Novel of the Plague by Geraldine Brooks.
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New PNA Kids! Summer Camps
PNA Kids! announces a new summer camp for preschool age children 3 - 5 years! This year, we will offer for the first time a summer camp at our Whittier Kids! location. The preschool staff is excited and has created a curriculum with engaging activities and lots of fun for all! The camp will offer week long themes from July 6 through August 14. For more information, visit our website. PNA Kids! is also rolling out another great summer for kids 5 - 12 years. Our brochure is ready and available on line.
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Ridge Romp
The Reptile Man is the final show of the Ridge Romp season, April 4, 10:30 a.m. in the Community Hall, $3 per person. Please arrive early as this is a popular show and could possibly sell out. For more details visit the Ridge Romp web page. The 2009-2010 season begins in October. Check the PNA or Ridge Romp website for updates. If you have suggestions for next season’s performers email ridgeromp@yahoo.com. Thank you to all of the volunteers who have made Ridge Romp possible.
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Moulin Rouge Auction
On May 2, the Blue Building and a large tent in the upper parking lot will be transformed into a fanciful bohemian Moulin Rouge. Join us for the PNA’s biggest fundraising party of the year. The auction is always fun and, with your help, it will be a fabulous success!
Invitations are in the mail so gather a group of friends and get your reservations early. Tickets cost $50 per person or $75 for patrons. Hot items you’ll want to bid on include a variety of getaways, a pony party, custom wedding photography, Zoo Tunes season tickets, a rooftop party, a sunset cruise, gourmet dinners, a custom made guitar, classes, services from PNA members and restaurant gift certificates. To preview auction items or to make a reservation visit the web page. This page will be updated every week with new donations. It’s not too late to make a donation! If you need a form or have a question about a donation, let us know.
Help us turn the Phinney Neighborhood Center into Moulin Rouge. We can use your leftover Christmas lights, oriental carpets, or call us if you have other French themed items you would be willing to lend us for the evening.
We need a lot of help getting ready for this party. To volunteer with pre-event tasks, decorating, setting up or during the event, call (206) 783-2244 or email judith@phinneycenter.org.
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New Member Orientation
Learn about what’s going on at the Phinney Neighborhood Association and how you can get involved. There will be a new member orientation on Thursday, April 16 at 7 p.m. in Room 6 of the Blue Building.
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Family Sing-Along
Join Gary Paine on Sunday, April 5, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. in Community Hall for a free family sing-along.
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PNA Home & Garden Tour
The Home Tour and Garden Tour are being combined this year into one Home & Garden Tour that will be on Sunday June 7, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. The tour will feature five remodeled homes and five neighborhood gardens to inspire your summertime projects!
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Office Space Available
Beginning in April we will have office space available on the top floor of the Brick Building. The office (Room 33) is 280 square feet, with built in cabinets and shelves along one wall. With tax, it will lease for $569. It’s perfect for someone in the neighborhood who would like to have an office near home.
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Bingo/Karaoke
Bingo AND karaoke?! It’s entertainment at its best. Come on out for food, fun, singing, dancing, cash prizes and more! An entrance fee of $10 gets you in on the action for eight bingo games. Between games, grab a hot dog, some chili, fresh popcorn or a few jalapeño poppers. Drinks are also available for only $3. Friday, April 24, 7 - 10 p.m. We are asking any parties of 8 or more to call ahead to reserve a table since we were almost at capacity last month. For a video of the wild & crazy fun follow this link.
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Understanding Immigration Issues
In April the Greenwood SAGE Project will explore issues surrounding immigration including the role of globalization, the challenges to new immigrants and the factors that affect our communities economically and socially. Come to this three week series at the Greenwood Senior Center for film, discussion and real-life stories. Tuesday, April 14, 21 & 28, 2 - 3:30 p.m. Free. Call Jenny at the GSC for more details (206) 297-0875.
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