Columbia Citizens

your Wikli-fix: Rainier could be rainier…

Well, all that face makeup might drip down your chin today. But hey, at least it's not Hurricane Sandy out there. For Halloween there'll be trick-or-treating underneath the sidewalk canopies of the landmark district.

All Souls Day Retreat

Saturday, November 3, 9am-1pm at Columbia City Church of Hope
3818 South Angeline Street

Are there habits of the mind and heart that are no longer life-giving to you that you would like to release? Are there people who have passed away that have modeled for you a more soulful, grace-filled way of life that you would like to honor and emulate? We will be using ritual, music, movement meditation, and scripture to practice ways of letting go in order to create sacred space for new life to flourish. You are invited to bring a photo of a loved one to add to the community altar of remembrance.

This retreat will be led by Rev. Jennifer Alviar, an ordained interfaith minister from the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California. She actively serves as a Worship Team Leader at Columbia City Church of Hope and is currently studying spiritual retreat leadership at Seattle University. Suggested donation $25 with sliding scale option. All are welcome. Please contact Jennifer at moc.liamg|raivlaver#moc.liamg|raivlaver for more information or to register.

Arts Gumbo: Argentina

On Saturday, November 10, Arts Gumbo 2012 presents Argentina with a musical performance by Tangabrazo, a Tango dance workshop for audiences and food at the Rainier Valley Cultural Center, 3515 S. Alaska St. in Columbia City.

Rainier Valley historical walk

Did you know Genesee Park was once a garbage dump? Learn more about this and other interesting historical facts on a walk led by the Rainier Valley Historical Society.

Wednesday October 31 10:30am - 12:30pm. Join Sound Steps and Eleanor Boba of the Rainier Valley Historical Society for a free walking tour of the Link to Lake Trail, highlighting the history of the area around Rainier Community Center and Genesee Park.

Technology Center volunteers

Interested in helping others gain access to computers and technology? Want to bridge the "digital divide"? Interested in different cultures, languages, and diverse groups of people?

Come share your knowledge and expertise at the Neighborhood House Technology Centers!

These are our current volunteer listings.

If you have any questions about volunteering at the Rainier Vista or High Point Tech Centers, please email gro.awhn|dnosam#gro.awhn|dnosam. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you!

Trick-or-Treat in Columbia City on Halloween Day!

Columbia City welcomes neighbors near and far to trick-or-treat in the Columbia City Business District from 3:30-6:30pm on Wednesday October 31st. Shop owners throughout the district will hand out treats (look for the orange and black balloons). Be sure to visit Geraldine's Counter, which will be hosting the 5th Annual Costume Contest. We'll award prizes in the following costume categories: Cutest, Most Creative, Handmade, and Group/Family. David Mullarkey will provide photography.

ukulele group classes

The rains have arrived, the cold winds blow - stay chill this fall by learning to play the ukulele! Group classes are a fun, affordable way to learn the basic skills you need to get strumming, and to put a little island vibe into our darkening days.