I'm posting this only as a parent who was a satisfied customer for the several years my daughter took his classes and I wanted to spread the word. I've watched him encourage the shy kids, push the lazy ones and get the talented ones to reach even higher. He choses family-friendly music and won't tolerate misbehavior. The classes are split up by age-6-12 in one class at 12:30-1:30, 13-17 at 1:30 - 2:30 and the adult class at 11:30 - 12:30.

On Tuesday, April 20, the Rainier Beach Learning Garden Steering Committee will host the second of 3 meetings to design the expanded garden. The meeting will take place at South Shore School from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. We will compare several designs and share ideas for making the garden an inviting and educational space for friends and neighbors of all ages. Dinner and childcare will be provided. Translation services available upon request.

The Rainier Beach Learning Garden is a partnership between Seattle Tilth, Seattle Parks, South Shore PTSA, South Shore PreK-8, Rainier Beach Community Center, New School Foundation and Kids Co. It is located behind South Shore School next to the tennis courts and gives kids and adults a place to grow food while learning about healthy eating and environmental stewardship.

Last August, a local landscape firm, In Harmony Sustainable Landscapes, helped 50 volunteers build 6 raised beds to start the garden. Since then, Seattle Tilth has been teaching kids and adults to love bugs, grow food and explore the natural world through hands-on science.

We recently received a matching grant from Department of Neighborhoods to expand the garden, teach the latest techniques in urban gardening and help more people grow their own food.

For more information, contact Sharon Lerman at gro.htlitelttaes|namrelnorahs#gro.htlitelttaes|namrelnorahs. Join our Facebook page.

What: NWFCO's State of the Union watch party

When: Wednesday, January 27, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00(?) p.m.

Where: NWFCO's new building, the Southside Commons, located at 3518 S. Edmunds St.

Fun for all ages and singing ability(lyrics provided)!

Beer and Wine Bar
Silent Auction
Light snacks provided

Suggested donation $10-$15
Kids under 12 $5

Substantial snacks will be provided by local restaurants to fuel this community discussion about Hanford, nuclear waste cleanup, and Washington’s future.

When: Saturday, January 30th, from 6-9pm
Where: Columbia City Cinema, 4816 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98122

Purchase tickets online at www.hanfordchallenge.org or at the door. Space is limited! Tickets are sliding scale (pay what you can!) from $5-$20.

We invite you to join us at the next meeting of
La Leche League of South Seattle

Wednesday, January 13 at 10:15am

Neighborhood House at Rainier Vista
4410 29th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98108

Who should Attend?
-nursing mothers
-mothers who wish to breastfeed
-anyone who supports breastfeeding mothers
-anyone with breastfeeding experience, great or small

What should you expect?
-discussion to last about an hour

-leaders will bring a prepared topic related to breastfeeding and facilitate a discussion among those present

-you share your relevant experiences
-discussion about questions you and others may have brought

-many stay to talk after the meeting- its a wonderful way to meet and socialize with others!

Read on for more information!

Children, pregnant women, partners, dads, grandparents and anyone else who supports breastfeeding are welcome at LLL of South Seattle. There are typically several toddlers and preschoolers at our meetings in addition to babes-in-arms.

Our meetings last about an hour but many moms stay to talk after the main discussion. This are a wonderful way to meet other mothers in your area and to discuss parenting our children. Leaders will bring a prepared topic related to breastfeeding and facilitate a conversation. Time is always reserved to answer and discuss questions you may have. There is no need to bring a question or concern- we welcome everyone and look forward to your contribution to the discussion!

LLL leaders are volunteers who have breastfed their own children and have been trained and accredited by La Leche League International. Leaders offer phone help, monthly meetings and home visits to women who want to breastfeed. La Leche League not endorse any particular parenting method and is a single interest organization. We meet you where you are in your breastfeeding and parenting journey.

LLL of South Seattle has a lending library of books on childbirth, parenting, breastfeeding, nutrition, discipline and other topics related to mothering through breastfeeding. Please contact us to return a borrowed item!

All services are free, but it does cost money to maintain the group library, pay dues, and to keep Leaders up to date on current breastfeeding research – if La Leche League has helped you, consider making a tax-deductible donation. Membership is optional, but supports the organization and your local group. Please contact a leader if you want more information on membership to La Leche League.

The Seattle Breastfeeding Café is an informal LLL meeting. Leaders are present and available, but there is no prepared topic. Please come and go as needed!

Thursday, January 21, 1-3pm
My Coffee House
2818 E Madison Street
Seattle, WA 98112

Leaders are available by phone or email anytime between meetings. Please contact us if you have a question.

Peace,

Emily Healy, LLL Leader
moc.liamg|ylaehmeLLL#moc.liamg|ylaehmeLLL
(206) 949-3076

And

Erin Briggs, LLL Leader
moc.liamg|eugaelehcelal.nire#moc.liamg|eugaelehcelal.nire
(206) 304-9153

Embracing the spirit of MLK Day Celebrations, this event will explore different aspects of freedom through voice, ensemble, movement and color, blending multiple art forms into a thematic journey.
"Freedom Festival" features performances of reggae, klezmer, brass band and jazz. Marimbas and drums will echo of Africa, and young people from our very own neighborhood will sing songs of freedom. Audience members too may even participate in the celebration.

Tickets for this one night only event are $12, half-price for kids 10 and under. They can be purchased by phone and at Arts In Motion.

Arts In Motion
206.723.3131
3405 S. Alaska St.
Seattle, WA 98118
www.aimschool.org

We'd prefer someone reliable to stay in our house and care for our pets, since the dogs specifically require a lot of management. Because of the breed of our youngest dog, we need an experienced sitter who knows how to give strong commands and likes to exercise with the dogs. Both dogs are trained and know basic commands, can walk on a leash and know their routine.

I can't emphasize enough that we need a RELIABLE and EXPERIENCED sitter. Our pets are our children and it's imperative that we get someone capable to handle them. They are sweet, wonderful pets and we're looking for someone who will enjoy taking care of them.

Does anyone have any recommendations or suggestions? Greatly appreciated!