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32nd Street Singers

The 32nd Street Singers are a new four-part harmony ensemble with passion and humor. Most of the group grew up in Columbia City, Seward Park and Mount Baker. They started singing together at Franklin High School in the late 60s. The group's repertoire includes spiritual classics, melodic English and French ballads, plus baby boomer favorites, including the music of James Taylor, the Mamas and the Papas and the Beatles.

This free concert, which is part of Harvest the Arts, is at 3pm on Sunday Nov 6 at the Mount Baker Community Club, 2811 Mount Rainier Drive

Columbia City costume crawl

Get in the Halloween spirit for an event just for adults. Crawl around Columbia City from bar to bar, with festivities that include, cackling, brews, shrieks, and prizes. Best costume at each bar will get a gift certificate.

7:30pm on Monday, Halloween. We'll start at Lottie's Lounge, then to Empire Espresso, then to Tutta Bella, and finish off at the Columbia City Theater for a Cabaret Show.

So dress up in your best costume and compete for prizes while crawling through some of Columbia City's favorite spots.

Halloween is for adults too!

Forum: Socialist Feminism vs. Anarchism

A public forum featuring a discussion between Marxist journalist and organizer Andrea Bauer and anarchist and social justice activist Ariana Alcarez, who will explore the philosophical differences between these two schools of thought and political action.

Friday November 4, 7:30pm. New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S

fright on 44th

The Roberson family will again create a fright on Halloween that will scare and entertain adults and youth on Halloween day, October 31, 2011.

At 5036 44th Ave S, a Halloween haunt for folks in the Columbia City neighborhood. The Fright begins at 6:30pm and ends at 9:30pm.

We invite adults and children of all ages to be "tricked or treated" in what has been an annual Halloween event for the Robersons. A special place will be set aside for those tiny ones who are not ready for being scared.

Halloween all week long at Columbia City Theater

Halloween is our favorite time of year. We'll be celebrating six nights straight with performances by The Bushwick Book Club (presenting original songs inspired by The Shining), two CD releases, a psycedelic celebration with Wild Orchid Children and the 8th Annual Cabaret Macabre with The Bad Things, Baby Gramps and more.

Halloween ice cream social and kids' costume party

The Lakewood Seward Park Community Club invites you to join us Sunday October 30 for this family event featuring ice cream and a costume contest with prizes for the kids. It's a fun time giving kids the opportunity to wear their costumes before the big night. This event is from 4pm -6pm.

We'll serve ice cream courtesy of Full Tilt Ice Cream and Selander O'Brien Attorneys of Columbia City.

This event is free to members. Non-members price is $10 for the family, $3 for individuals. Tickets available at the door or on the website at www.lspcc.org.

The Lakewood Seward Park Community Club is located at 4916 S Angeline, Seattle WA 98118 (corner of 50th Ave S and S Angeline).

Halloween trick or treating in Columbia City

Come celebrate Halloween on Monday, October 31 in Columbia City. Trick or treating will take place in several neighborhood businesses from 3:30 to 6:30. Hope to see you there!

Look for the orange and black balloons in front of participating businesses.

"LINK to Lake" trail walk

Join your neighbors for a 3-mile walk from the Columbia City LINK Light Rail Station to Lake Washington and back. Learn about this "LINK to Lake" walking path being developed by Seattle Parks and Recreation and other partners.

The purpose of the path is to encourage health and fitness, community connections, public safety, and increased usage of our neighborhood parks, community center and Columbia City business district. Rainier Chamber director Susan Davis will lead the walk.

2 - 4pm Wednesday, November 16. Finish up with an early dinner or snack at a Columbia City establishment!

October is national sensory awareness month

Free community talk: Do you have a child who’s been diagnosed with or shows signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Learning Disorders or other Neurodevelopmental Disorders? If so, you will not want to miss this informative free lecture on brain and nervous system function, nutrition and movement and their critical roles for social, emotional, motor and academic learning.

At the Rainier Community Center on Thursday, October 27 from 6:30-7:30pm.

Pumpkin Push 5K

Health & Halloween fun at the 16th Annual Pumpkin Push 5K to Care for Seattle's Homeless Saturday, October 29 at Seward Park. Choose from the timed 5K Run or the 2 Mile Family Walk route through beautiful Seward Park. Join in all the race festivities for treats from our sponsors (free companion tickets on Amtrak Cascade, anyone?), stop by the Kids' Zone, grab a pumpkin and stay for the post-race ceremony with prizes for top finishers, Costume Contest and the Seattle Zombies.

See all the timeline details, register, fundraise & donate at PumpkinPush.com

Avoid day-of-race lines and take a look our newest clinic.

Seward Park Wednesday work parties

Join your neighbors to help preserve Seward Park's natural beauty. Wednesdays, 1 - 3 p.m.

Work together to eradicate the invasive Herb Robert from the park. Meet forest steward Al Smith at 12:45pm in front of the Audubon Center. All ages are welcome. Bring gloves, water and a snack if you like. RSVP by the Monday on the week you plan to attend, to vog.elttaes|rekceb.iram#vog.elttaes|rekceb.iram or 684-4664.

Valley Vibes Jazz Concert

The Valley Vibes Jazz Series finale presents The Legacy Quartet with Clarence Acox and the Katy Bourne Trio on Friday November 11 at 7pm at the Rainier Valley Cultural Center.

The Legacy Quartet, led by drummer Clarence Acox, showcases Seattle's high-powered straight-ahead jazz musicians, including pianist Bill Anschell, bassist Phil Sparks, and a revolving roster of guest artists, including trumpeter Thomas Marriott, trombonist Gary Shutes, multi-instrumentalist Bernie Jacobs, saxophonist Tony Rondolone, trumpeter/vocalist Lance Buller, saxophonist Jon Goforth, saxophonist Travis Ranney, and multi-instrumentalist Jay Thomas.

women's guide to money matters

You're invited — In today's world, a strong financial strategy is important for women of all ages. Your potential for success is limitless — especially when you have a financial strategy that fits your lifestyle.

Join us and bring your sister, mother, daughter, or friends to our free seminar to learn more about:

• What you can do now to prepare for retirement
• Your options to pay for a child's or grandchild's education
• Developing a strategy to reach your financial goals

Wednesday October 26, 2011, 11:45am - 1pm, Rainier Community Center