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SUBMISSIONS: The Reporter welcomes calendar items for nonprofit groups and community events. Please email your Island event notices to jlivarchik@mi-reporter.com. Items should be submitted by noon on the Thursday the week before publication. Items are included on a spaceavailable basis. CALENDAR ONLINE: Post activities or events online with our calendar feature at www.mi-reporter.com. Events may be directly added to the calendar on our home page. Click on the “Calendar” link under Community.
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PROBUS CLUB MEETING: 1:30
SJCC EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: 10-11 a.m.,
p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 4, Mercer Island Presbyterian Church, 3605 84th Ave. S.E. Jim Zorn, the first quarterback of the Seattle Seahawks, coached by Jack Patera, will talk about his football career and his experiences since then. For more, contact the Probus Club at 206-232-4019. BOUNDARY COMMITTEE PUBLIC HEARING: 6-7 p.m.,
Wednesday, Feb. 4, Islander Middle School library, 8225 S.E. 72nd St. The Mercer Island School District Boundary Committee will hold a public hearing of their final recommendation for elementary boundaries. Community members are invited to share ideas and comments directly with members. Comments may also be sent to MISD Chief Finance/Operations Officer Dean Mack at dean.mack@ mercerislandschools.org. PAINT AND SIP - TU B’SHEVATSTYLE: 6:30-9 p.m.,
Wednesday, Feb. 4, SJCC, 3801 East Mercer Way. Spend the evening sipping wine, painting a Tu B’Shevat-themed painting, and socializing with other young adults. An artist will guide you through replicating the session’s featured painting step by step. All materials will be provided, including aprons, but you may want to wear something you won’t mind getting dirty. Price includes appetizers wine, and paint supplies. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. $30-36 per person. For more, contact Daliah Silver at DaliahS@sjcc.org or call 206-388-0839.
Thursday, Feb. 5, SJCC, 3801 East Mercer Way. With campuses on Mercer Island and in North Seattle, the Early Childhood School at the Stroum Jewish Community Center welcomes all families – Jewish and non-Jewish – with children ages 3 months to five years. Part-time and full-day options are offered on a school-year, summer and year-round basis, as are a variety of enrichment classes for kids, ages 2-5. Please RSVP to save your spot. For more, contact Christy Nason at ChristyN@ sjcc.org or 206-388-0825. FEBRUARY CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON:
12-1:15 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 5, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Mercer Island City Manager, Noel Treat, will be the speaker at the Feb. 5th luncheon meeting of the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce. Cost is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers. For reservations and more information, contact the Chamber office at 206-232-3404. MERCER ISLAND VISUAL ART LEAGUE GALLERY - ANITA MILLER: Feb. 5-28, MIVAL,
2836 78th Ave. S.E. View Miller’s work and learn more about Clarinets for Conservation. Miller will donate her portion of any proceeds from the sale of her art to Clarinets for Conservation. For more information about this nonprofit, visit www.clarinetsforconservation.org. MERCER ISLAND VISUAL ART LEAGUE GALLERY - SEE THE LIGHT EXHIBITS: Feb. 5-28,
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MERCER ISLAND VISUAL ARTS LEAGUE GENERAL MEETING:
11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., Feb. 5, Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave. Monthly general meetings are the first Thursday of every month and open to the public. Discover what MIVAL does and meet many artists of all mediums. Become a member and make new friendships through visual arts. For more, visit www.mival.org. CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP:
3-4:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 5, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. This group provides support, education and resources for those persons caring for a loved one in the home, a facility or by long distance. Group meets first Thursday of the month and is facilitated by Betsy Zuber, MS, LMHC. Please contact Betsy prior to attending your first meeting at 206275-7752 or betsy.zuber@ mercergov.org. MERCER ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL WINTER PLAY - “THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH”: 7-9 p.m., Feb.
5-7. MIHS Performing Arts Center, 9100 S.E. 42nd St. The MIHS drama program’s winter production of Thornton Wilder’s “The Skin of Our Teeth” is a mixture of satire, farce, and drama, reminding its audience of the human ability to survive and rebuild, through even the worst circumstances. Advance tickets are $10, $15 W ! NE IP R SH DE ER UN WN O
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MIVAL, 2836 78th Ave. S.E. See how well-known Northwest artists use the illusion of light through shading and highlights to create the illusion of beautiful space and objects. All artwork is handmade and by local residents. For more info about the artists, visit www.mival.org.
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EVENTS | UPCOMING 13TH ANNUAL GIVING FROM THE HEART BREAKFAST: 7-8:30
a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 11, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. This annual fundraiser is a show of support and celebration for Mercer Island Youth and Family Services. MIYFS is here to help all Islanders - kids, teens, individuals, families and seniors alike. Register at www.miyfs.org or by calling (206) 275-7756.
MERCER ISLAND GUILD MEETING: 10-11:30 am,
Friday, Feb. 20, Mercer Island Boys and Girls Club, 4120 86th Ave. S.E. The agenda includes plans, instruction and training in preparation for mailing day in March. The nominating committee will present the 2015-16 slate of officers. All members are urged to attend this important meeting. For more, contact JoAnne Jones at jojones@ earthlink.net or call 206232-3903.
at the door, $5 for seniors and children under 7 years. For more, contact Debbie Newell at deborah@pirienewell.com or call 206-2759114.
mercergov.org or call 206275-7864.
SIGN LANGUAGE CLASS: 7 p.m., Feb. 5, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Visually Speaking caters American Sign Language education to all. Increase signing skills while working with an instructor fluent in American Sign Language. Classes will take place Feb. 5 - March 12. Cost is $99. For more, contact Kellie at Info@ visuallyspeaking.info.
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FRIDAY | 6 MERCER ISLAND BUSINESS NIGHT AT YTN’S ANNIE: 6-8
p.m., Friday, Feb. 6, SJCC, 3801 East Mercer Way. Youth Theatre Northwest is hosting a special VIP event for current and future sponsors. There will be wine and appetizers with a little mix and mingling with YTN staff and board members beginning at 6 p.m., followed by a performance of “Annie Jr.” at 7 p.m. A backstage tour will take place after the show. Free event. For more, contact Jessi Wasson at jessi@ youththeatre.org. WINTER CLASSICS ON FILM:
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“The Princess Bride” (Rob Reiner, 1987). 7:30-9:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 30, Aljoya Theatre 2430 76th Ave S.E. Presented by the Mercer Island Arts Council and hosted by Aljoya. All films are introduced and have a Q&A led by film historian Lance Rhoades. Free and open to the public. Refreshments provided courtesy of Aljoya. For more, contact Amber Britton at amber.britton@
SATURDAY | 7 Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. The Mercer Island Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of summer camps, including art, cooking, Legos, kayaking, music, sailing, sports and day camps for ages 3 and up. Register by calling 206-275-7609 starting Feb. 7. View the camp brochure online at www.playonmercer.com.
TUESDAY | 10 LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY MEETING: 1-2 p.m., Tuesday,
Feb. 10, City Hall Caucus Room, 9611 S.E. 36th St. A quarterly meeting for Adult Family Homes and Long-Term Care Facilities on Mercer Island to discuss how to respond and recover from a disaster. For more, contact Officer Jennifer Franklin at jennifer.franklin@mercergov. org or call 206-275-7905. MERCER ISLAND UTILITY BOARD MEETING: 7 p.m., Tuesday,
Feb. 10, City Hall Council Chambers, 9611 S.E. 36th St. The Mercer Island Utility Board is an advisory board to the City Council on matters regarding all utilities on the Island. The Utility Board meets, as needed, on the second Tuesday of the month. For more, contact Asea Sandine at asea.sandine@mercergov.org.
WEDNESDAY | 11 ARTS COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING: 6:30-8:30 p.m.,
MERCER ISLAND WOMEN’S CLUB NEW MEMBER COFFEE:
10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Monday, Feb. 23, Starbucks (Southend), 8415 S.E. 68th St. The Mercer Island Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic organization that welcomes all women who are current residents of Mercer Island. Whether new to Mercer Island or a longtime resident, all potential new members are invited to participate. For more, contact Janice Bengston at newmemberinfo@mercerislandwomensclub.com.
Wednesday, Feb. 11, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. The Arts Council and Parks and Recreation staff provide community activities such as art galleries, concerts and plays and literary events as well as support local artists with grants and acquire public art for the city. For more about the Arts Council, contact Amber Britton at amber.britton@ mercergov.org. INFANT/CHILD/ADULT CPR WITH AED: 7-9 p.m., Wednesday,
Feb. 11, Main Fire Station, 3030 78th Ave. S.E. Sign up online at myparksandrecreation.com or via telephone at 206-275-7847. Cost is $25. For more, contact Jolene Judd at 206-275-7607.
EVENTS | ONGOING THE ART OF PARENTING: 7:30-9 p.m., Tuesdays, Jan. 20 - Feb. 24, Friendship Circle, 2737 77th Ave. S.E. Suite 101. Drawing on three millennia of Jewish wisdom and skillfully crafted into an enthralling exposé addressing the unique situations parents face, The Art of Parenting will ensure that you have the know-how to navigate challenges, the tools to be effective, and the confidence to know you’re doing your best to secure your child’s future. You can enroll in one class or all six. RSVP: Call 206-FRIENDS (374-3637) or email rabbi@friendshipcirclewa.org. ANNIE JR.: Jan. 23 - Feb. 8. SJCC Auditorium, 3801 East Mercer Way. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s
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