Pedestrian/Bicycle Plan Open House: 6:30-8:30 p.m., July 22, Community Center at Mercer View, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Meeting: 6:30 p.m. Brief presentation: 7 p.m. The City of Mercer Island will be presenting the draft Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities Plan and seeking public input. Those who cannot attend can review the draft plan and submit comments online at www.mercergov.org/PBF.
Wooden O Theater Shakespeare in the Park: “The Taming of the Shrew:” 7 p.m., July 23-25, 30-31, Aug. 1-2, Luther Burbank Park Amphitheater, 2040 84th Ave. S.E. Performances preceded by an introduction at 5 p.m., except Aug. 2, with speaker Amy Thone, Seattle Shakespeare lecturer. “Summer Outdoor Theater” sponsor: Mercer Island Arts Council. (206) 275-7609.
Mostly Music in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m., Thursdays, Sundays, Mercerdale Park. Local bands play a variety of music under the covered Veteran’s Recognition Pergola. Soul Provider (Soul/Funk): July 23. Mark DuFresne Blues Band (Blues): July 26. Stay Tuned (Bluegrass): July 30. (206) 275-7609.
U.S. Navy Blue Angels Practices and Shows; 9:45 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1:15-2:30 p.m., July 30; 12:45-2:40 p.m., July 31, Aug. 1-2. The mainline I-90 bridge will be closed during these times. Closures may occur up to 30 minutes prior to posted times for pedestrians and bicyclists, and the Center Roadway will close up to two hours beforehand. The exits from westbound I-90 to Island Crest Way and East Mercer Way on Mercer Island will remain open.
Mercer Island High School Class of 1999 10-year reunion: 8 p.m.-12 a.m., July 31, Garage Billiards & Bowling Hall, 1130 Broadway Ave., Seattle. Tickets: $50, online or at the door. To buy tickets and for more details, visit www.kotisdesign.com/mihs99.
Mercer Island Farmers Market: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sundays, through Oct. 11, Mercerdale Park, on 77th Avenue S.E. and S.E. 32nd Street. July 26: featured crop is nightshade vegetables — eggplant, peppers and tomatoes. Music in the Market: 12-3 p.m., Triple Shot Jazz. Kids Table: Veggie Prints. Closed Aug. 2 for Seafair. Free parking at Farmers New World Insurance; handicapped parking at Rite Aid. www.mifarmersmarket.org.
Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition Centennial Special Gallery Show: Aug. 3-Sept. 11, Community Center at Mercer View, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Features Native Alaskan arts and crafts, history of the AYP and Mercer Island. “Day of Celebration”: 12-4 p.m., Aug. 16, with Salmon Bake, Native American storyteller, Inuksuk building contest for kids, art and more. Tickets required for the Salmon Bake are now available for pre-sale. 275-7609. www.mercergov.org/artscouncil.
26th Annual National Night Out: 7-10 p.m., Aug. 4. Many Mercer Island neighborhoods will be hosting a variety of special events such as block parties, cookouts, visits from police and city officials, flashlight walks, contests and youth activities. To register your neighborhood for a visit, contact: the Mercer Island Police Department Records Section, (206) 275-7610, or jennifer.franklin@mercergov.org. www.mercergov.org/nationalnightout.
Island Jam Summer Carnival: 12-4 p.m., Aug. 14, Mercerdale Park, 77th Avenue S.E. and S.E. 32nd Street. Ages 5-12. Parks & Recreation Department end of summer tradition. Inflatable rides, slides, bouncers, the dunk tank, face painting, the cake walk, the Fun Mobile, tons of water, games and more. Bring dollars for concessions and ride/game tickets.
Wine Tasting: 4-6 p.m., Fridays, Cellar 46, 7650 S.E. 27th St., Suite 120. Free. (206) 407-3016.
Classes
“The Safe Side – Stranger Safety for Kids Workshop:” 1-3 p.m., July 25, New Hope International Church, 9170 S.E. 64th St. A fun way to learn important safety information. Parents provided with simple and engaging ways to discuss this subject with their children. Emmy Award-winning show that teaches kids how to avoid dangerous situations with strangers. Speakers: Julie Clark and John Walsh. For elementary kids. Snack provided. Free. Sign up in the church lobby by July 19 or e-mail BSupasatit@msn.com. (206) 275-1042.
Topics in Practical Halacha: 7-8 p.m., Mondays, Northwest Yeshiva High School, 5017 90th Ave. S.E. Teacher: Rabbi Yechezkel Kornfeld of Congregation Shevet Achim. Free.
Aquarobics fitness classes: 7-8:30 a.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Mercerwood Shoreclub Pool, 4150 E. Mercer Way. Carolyn Scott: (425) 894-0045, info@aquarobics.com.
Mercer Island Yoga: Baby Strollercise, 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, Community Center at Mercer View, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Prenatal Yoga: 5:45 p.m., first/third Thursdays, Mercerwood Shoreclub. (206) 979-3008.
Groups
Mercer Island Preschool Association Community Work Day: 9 a.m., July 25, Luther Burbank Park playground. Volunteers are needed to install new toddler play equipment and swings. Specific building skills not required. Coffee and bagels provided. In cooperation with the City of Mercer Island. Debbie Bertlin: 232-8171, Debbie@bertlin.net.
Earthcorps: Pioneer Park environmental restoration, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., July 25, Island Crest Way and S.E. 68th Street. Clarke Beach: Aug. 6, 7700 E. Mercer Way. Plant native trees, remove invasive plants. Tools, gloves, snacks provided. Lina Anne Rose: (206) 322-9296, ext. 225. www.earthcorps.org.
d’Elaine Johnson Gallery: open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. through July 31, Community Center at Mercer View, 8236 S.E. 24th St. The art work is for sale with proceeds going to support arts and cultural programming by the Mercer Island Arts Council. Amber Britton: (206) 275-7864.
Women Painters of Washington: “Summer Dreaming” gallery exhibition, through July 31. 701 Fifth Ave., Suite 310. “Passages” gallery exhibition: Aug. 4-Oct. 30; Gallery Reception, 4-6 p.m., Aug. 6. (206) 624-0543, www.womenpainters.com.
Mercer Island Boys Basketball Booster Club: Retirement Celebration for Coach Ed Pepple, 6 p.m., Aug. 7, Meydenbauer Center, 11100 N.E. 6th St., Bellevue. Cocktail Hour: 6-7 p.m. Dinner and Tribute: 7 p.m. Appetizers, three-course dinner. The community is invited. $55/person. Reply by July 20: Christine Poli, (206) 351-6735.
Mountains to Sound Greenway Volunteer Camp: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Aug. 10-14, Luther Burbank Park, Mercerdale Hillside. Specially designed for volunteers age 13-16, this week-long event involves doing ecological restoration, trail work, outdoor education and games. Register at www.mtsgreenway.org. Amy Brockhaus: (206) 382-5565, amy.brockhaus@mtsgreenway.org.
Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce Gallery: features MIVAL artist Wanda Hughes, through Aug. 14, 7605 S.E. 27th St., #109. 232-3404.
Mercer Island High School Class of 1979 Reunion: Sept. 12, Maggiano’s Little Italy, 10455 N.E. 8th St., Bellevue. (425) 644-1044. www.reunionswithclass.com.
Senior Men’s Tennis Doubles: seeking players, 6:45-8:15 a.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Location: Homestead Field. Al Skinner: 232-3450.
Toddlers of Mercer Island (TOMI by MIPA): 10-11:30 a.m., Tuesdays, VFW Hall, 1836 72nd Ave. S.E. Ages 0-6. $3/child, MIPA members; $5/nonmembers. www.mipreschoolassociation.org.
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS): 9:30-11:30 a.m., first/third Friday, MI Covenant Church. For mothers with children ages birth-K. Childcare provided. www.micc.org.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA): Train to become a volunteer advocate for abused and neglected children in court. Help the legal system work toward a safe, permanent home for children. Must be 21. References and 28 hours of training required. (206) 296-1120, casa.group@kingcounty.gov. www.metrokc.gov/kcsc/depcasa.htm.
Library
4400 88th Ave. S.E.
236-3537
www.kcls.org/mercerisland
Registration required.
KCLS Summer Reading Programs
Be Creative @ Your Library — the 2009 Summer Reading Program, through Aug. 31. Read 500 minutes and receive a halfway prize; read 1,000, receive the finisher prize and be eligible for the grand prize drawing of a laptop computer. Prizes are distributed beginning July 15. The grand prize winner is announced in September. Teens: Check out the Summer Edition of Read Three, Get One Free. Read three books, write a review for each, get a free book and earn prizes.
Adults
Computer Classes: 9 a.m. Microsoft Word Level I: Aug. 13. Microsoft Word Level II: Aug. 20.
Children/Families
Up, Up and Away: 2 p.m., July 23. Ages 4 and up. See spellbinding scientific experiments that explore the principles of air pressure.
Ham It Up with Piggie Pie: 10:30 a.m., July 28. Ages 4-5. Watch the Seattle Children’s Theatre perform this favorite picture book. Space is limited.
Story Time for Wonderful Ones: 10 a.m., Wednesdays, through July 29. Ages 12-24 months with adult.
Story Time for Terrific Twos: 11 a.m., Wednesdays, through July 29. Ages 2-3 with adult.
Let’s Go Fly a Kite: 2 p.m., July 30. Build a kite from scratch and fly it in Rotary Park.
Reading Buddies: 2 p.m., Mondays, through Aug. 3. Read with a local teen who has literacy training. Ages 5-8.
Let’s Create a Clown Show: 10:30 a.m., Aug. 4. Create costumes and magic tricks from everyday objects to build your own clown show.
Teens
“Read Three, Get One Free Summer Edition; Read, Flip, Win”: Read three books, write three reviews and get a prize book for free. This summer will also feature a video book review contest: Read a book, make a movie and put it on YouTube.
Mercer Island Youth Art Gallery Show: Aug. 8-9. Juried show: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Aug. 8, featuring art produced by Mercer Island youth with a reception and refreshments; open to the public. Awards distributed: 1 p.m., Aug. 9. Submissions are due at the library by Aug. 6.
Game On! Tourney: 7 p.m., Aug. 11. Brawl, Guitar Hero World Tour, Mario Kart.
Teen Advisory Board: 7 p.m., Aug. 18. Voice your opinions on teen materials, services and programs while earning one volunteer credit hour.
Parks & Recreation
Community Center at Mercer View (CCMV)
8236 S.E. 24th St.
275-7609
Registration for summer camps and beginner adult sailing is open. See the summer Recreation Guide for full descriptions or www.myparksandrecreation.com.
Let’s Go Fishing: 1-3 p.m., Aug. 15, Luther Burbank Park docks. Reporter garden columnist Linda Urbaniak and husband, Roger, will teach children how to catch trout, perch and bass from Lake Washington. Students will be provided with hooks, various dock fishing tackle and some bait. Participants should bring their own poles. Ages 6-15 (one adult must accompany each student). $22. Register online or call 275-7609.
KAMP ROCK! Summer Camp: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., through Aug. 14. Theme weeks, field trips, games/crafts. Ages 6-11. $190/week; extended care available.
Seniors
Widow and Widowers Grief & Loss Support Group: 1-2:30 p.m., Aug. 13. For senior adult men and women who have lost a spouse or partner in death. Free. To reserve a spot, call Betsy Zuber: (206) 275-7752.
Parks & Recreation Senior Golf Program: Mondays, “Niners” and “Handicappers” take weekly trips to various golf courses in the area.
Senior Lunch at Covenant Shores: noon, Tuesday, Thursday. Reservations: call 275-7895, press 2, leave a message. $5.
Grocery Shopping Transportation: Wednesday morning. Call 236-3456, leave a message by 4 p.m., the day before. $1.
Stroum JCC
3801 East Mercer Way
232-7115
www.sjcc.org
Registration required.
Drop in Mah Jongg, Friday, 12:30-3:30 p.m. – July 24, Free for SJCC
members, $2 for non-members. (Polack Lounge)
Drop in Bridge, 12:30-3 p.m., Friday, July 24. All levels welcome. Free
for SJCC members, $2 for non-members.
Drop in Bridge, 12:30-3 p.m., Friday, July 31.
All levels welcome, prior bridge playing experience necessary. Coffee,
tea and fun provided. Bring a brown bag lunch for socializing. Free for
SJCC members, $2 for non-members.
Tulalip Casino: 9 a.m., July 27. Leave the casino at 2 p.m. and return to the JCC at 3 p.m. $1/members, $2/nonmembers.
The Book Club: 1-3 p.m., July 27. Discussing themes, characters, plots and symbolism.
Poker Game: 12:30-3 p.m., July 28. Play Texas Hold’em, Omaha, 7 Card Hi/Lo, Dealer’s Choice.
Special Talk: “How’s the President Doing?”: 12 p.m., July 29. Speaker: Joel Connelly, seattlepi.com columnist, on “Obama at six months.”
Drop in Mah Jongg: 12:30-3:30 p.m., July 24, 31, Polack Lounge. Free/SJCC members, $2/nonmembers.
Drop in Bridge: 12:30-3 p.m., Wednesdays, Fridays in July. All levels welcome, prior bridge playing experience necessary. Free/SJCC members, $2/nonmembers.
