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We have a wide variety of special events and
fundraisers throughout the year to which the entire community is invited to
attend. For certain events, it is important for that you RSVP by calling (206)
297-0875. We appreciate your doing so and hope to see you at one of our special
events soon! For photos of past events see our growing
Photo Gallery.
March 2008
Have you got what it takes? We think so. Join us to learn more about the
Seafair Half
Marathon happening at the end of June and sign up to join the GSC training
team. Meeting is at 1 pm on Thursday, March 13. There will be a registration fee
of $40 to participate in the race.
Have a special lunch at noon on Monday March 17th ($4.00
members/$6.00 non-members). Then visiting preschoolers from the Phinney Ridge
Co-op will stop by at 12:30 pm to share some St. Patrick’s Day traditions with
us.
April 2008
Celebrate those who have entered their ninth decade and
beyond. Friends and family members of nonagenarians are invited as well. We are
pleased to welcome Sandy Sabersky, Executive Director of Elderwise, as the guest
speaker. The celebration will be Monday, April 7, noon to 2 pm. Cost:
$4/members, $6/non-members, but those aged 90+ eat free!
Don’t miss the Super Bowl of garage sales this April! Join thousands of eager
shoppers and peruse over 150 garage and rummage sale sites throughout the
neighborhood. The sales will be on Saturday April 19, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
If you wish to sell items, the cost to host a sale is $20 for an individual
sale, or $25 to secure flea market space.
April 24, Sharing Traditions: Passover
On Thursday, April 24 from 12:30 to 2:00 pm we'll have an opportunity to learn
about Passover, the feast of freedom. Eat traditional foods, sing, dance, and
celebrate. Cost: $4/members, $6/non-members.
May 2008
May 3, Life's a Beach at PNA
Life’s a Beach at the PNA’s annual auction, biggest
fundraiser, and best party of the year on May 3, at the Phinney Neighborhood
Center starting at 5pm. Enjoy tasty hors d’ oeuvres, four different silent
auctions, delicious desserts, and live auction items - all for a $50 ticket
price and the promise of an entertaining evening. For more information, click
here.
May 5, Cinco De Mayo Celebration
We'll have Happy Hour at the GSC! Join us for a tasty
margarita, experience some different salsa varieties, and celebrate with the GSC
Beer Brewing 101 class as they uncap their creation and taste it for the first
time! Monday, May 5 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Suggested donation: $3.
May 8, Forum on Initiative 1000 (Death with Dignity)
Come out to the GSC and get educated on what is sure to
be one of the most controversial issues on the November ballot. On May 8, from
6:30-830pm, the GSC will host a forum on Initiative 1000, commonly referred to
as the Death with Dignity or Assisted Suicide Act. Similar to the law in Oregon,
if this initiative passes, it will allow physicians to give terminally ill
patients access to life-ending medicines.
A representative from the Coalition Against Assisted
Suicide and from Yes! On I-1000, Washington Death with Dignity, will present
both sides of this initiative and allow for question and answer time with the
audience. Moderator Lori Gradinger, will be on hand to serve as an objective
observer, engage interaction, and ensure that the issue is presented in a clear
and informative way.
There is no cost for this event and the GSC does not
endorse either side of the issue. Please join us for this important conversation
and don’t forget to vote in November!
May 9, 13th Annual Greenwood/Phinney ArtWalk
The next week, put on your walking shoes and stroll
through the neighborhood during the
13th Annual Greenwood/Phinney ArtWalk on
Friday, May 9 from 6-9:30pm and Saturday, May 10, from 12-5pm. Designed to
promote the arts in the neighborhoods, this event includes a huge variety of art
as well as entertainment. Check out the PNA web site for more information.
This self-guided tour showcases a variety of house
remodels and renovations and can be viewed by walking, biking, or driving to the
locations. The ticket brochure includes a map with participating addresses.
Sunday, May 18, from noon until 5:00 pm. Cost: $12/members, $15/non-members.
 Ongoing
Special Events
Spaghetti Dinners, every last Friday of the month
Bring your family and friends for this
delightful dinner. Enjoy plates of spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, and good
conversation at this monthly event. And don’t forget to order a slice of pie for
an extra $2! Come on, you know you want to! So join us, on the last Friday of
every month for this $5 dinner. It's a great deal and a good time open to all
between 4:30 and 7pm.
Join us the last Friday of each month for a fun twist on some old favorites.
Bingo will begin after our usual Spaghetti Dinner ends at 6:30pm. Snacks, wine,
and beer will be available for purchase all night as we give you multiple
chances to win cash prizes and plenty of opportunities to belt out your favorite
karaoke tunes! A $10 entrance fee gets you in for bingo and all the proceeds go
to the GSC so we can continue to provide vital programs and services to the
seniors in our community. Everyone is welcome!
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