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Maple Leaf Events Calendar
To add a community event, please email us at tips@mapleleaflife.com.- Fairview Christian School Open House
Fairview Christian School, 844 N.E. 78th St.
Feb 9, 6:00pm - Feb 9, 8:00pm
Tour the school and meet teachers, admininistrators and parents. We offer middle and elementary school (kindergarten through eighth grades) and early education programs (birth through pre-kindergarten). Our small class sizes ensure that your child will receive plenty of individual attention. We have something for every student, including music, PE, Spanish, science fair and a drama/arts department. - Food Lifeline Repackathon
Food Lifeline, 1702 N.E. 150th St., Shoreline
Feb 11, 8:00am - Feb 11, 9:00pm
Be part of this volunteering marathon featuring non-stop music, competitive spirit, and teamwork to get thousands of pounds of food ready for hungry families. Gather friends, register online, collect pledges, and get ready to rock at the Shoreline Repack Center alongside fellow corporate and community teams! Registration costs $25 per person and includes collectible apron, refreshments, DJ entertainment, and three hours of team-building fun for a great cause. Each participant is asked to raise at least $50 for Food Lifeline prior to the event. Any pledges above $50 per participant will be matched dollar for dollar by Fred Meyer, up to $10,000. Teams are 10 people; feel free to build multiple teams and register early to get your preferred shift. Available shifts are: 8-11 a.m.; 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; 1-4 p.m.; 3:30-6:30 p.m.; and 6-9 p.m. Individuals and families are also welcome. Children must be 10 years or older, and each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information about Food Lifeline or to make a tax-deductible donation, visit www.foodlifeline.org or call 206-545-6600. - Free children's dental exams and cleanings
Avila Dental, 11050 Fifth Ave N.E., Suite 202
Feb 11, 9:00am - Feb 11, 3:00pm
On Saturday, Feb. 11th from 9-3 p.m. we are having an event at Avila Dental to celebrate children's oral health month. We will be offering free exams and cleanings to children 1-8 years old who don't have dental insurance.
If you or someone you know has a child who could benefit from this offer, please RSVP by completing the appointment request at the bottom of our website. - Dr. Veronica Bello, DDS - HANDS ON – Community Skills Fair
Meadowbrook and Ravenna-Eckstein Community Centers
Feb 11, 10:00am - Feb 11, 7:30pm
Workshops will include tool sharpening, cheese making, building solar ovens, electrical repair, bread baking, fermentation, clothing repurposing, making apple butter, gluten free baking, cistern installation, plant propagation, fruit tree pruning, and more! Hands-on workshops are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., followed by a community potluck from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cost is $15. - Dr. Seuss's 75 Years of Imagination!
Northgate Mall, Ben Bridge Court
Feb 11, 1:00pm - Feb 11, 3:00pm
Help us celebrate 75 years of imagination as your whole family participates in activities that celebrate all things Dr. Seuss:
• View episodes of The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
• Cat in the Hat costume character
• Parade
• Decorate your own Parade hat
• Dr. Seuss Activity Booklets
• Bookmark Coloring Activity
• Book Readings
• Goody Bags (while supplies last)
• Prizes and more! - Beaver Pond Natural Area Work Party
Meet at Eighth Avenue Northeast & Northeast 105th Street
Feb 26, 10:00am - Feb 26, 1:00pm
Tools, gloves, snacks and hot beverages will be provided. Please bring your water bottle, dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. For more information, e-mail ruthalice@comcast.net or call 206-930-8965. - Beaver Pond Natural Area Creek Restoration Community Meeting
Northgate Community Center, 10510 Fifth Ave. N.E.
Mar 14, 7:00pm - Mar 14, 9:00pm
Seattle Parks and Recreation will present the conceptual plan for the renovation of the restoration project for Beaver Pond Natural Area on Thornton Creek and gather final community input. The results are based on community input gathered at a meeting Jan. 11. This project modifies the existing park, refines and completes channel work in portions of the park by relocating two portions of Thornton Creek, removes invasive plants and restores native habitat. This project is one of 15 projects to receive funding through the first round of the Parks and Green Spaces Levy Opportunity Fund. For additional information, contact parks planner Emily Lofstedt at 206-684-7047 or emily.lofstedt@seattle.gov.
