Shilshole Bay Beach Club Cocktail Party and Open House

March 2, 2012

Where? 

Shilshole Bay Beach Club

6413 Seaview Ave NW

What time? 

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

For more information, contact 

terra@apulent.com

Join us for cocktails and wonderful appetizers at our 2012 Open House!

Featuring live entertainment by:

• DJ Gumbeaux (magnoliarhapsody.com)

and

• Ambience (ambiencejazz.net)

Please RSVP by February 20th via facebook or email terra@apulent.com. Please feel free to bring guests and invite others. Hope to see you there!

Native Digital Storytelling !

Earth, Power, and Community

March 3, 2012

Where? 

Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center

4705 W Marginal Way SW

What time? 

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

For more information, contact 

Questions? Ask Chandra at chandra.farlow@gmail.com or 360-610-6952

On March 3rd, 2012 from 6:00-8:00pm, the Longhouse will present a free program, in conjunction with the Antioch University Inclusion Justice Committee and promote a better understanding of the importance of developing leadership and diversity to further social justice change. Duwamish youth will be on the panel.

This project exists to "promote Duwamish cultural heritage and environmental leadership through the production of a Duwamish Digital Story on the Tribe's view on the cultural and environmental value of the clean-up of the Duwamish River. The DS (digital story) will be generated by tribal youth who will be developing leadership and advocacy skills as part of the project. The project begins in November with the final product being produced by late winter for presentation to EPA in conjunction with the Duwamish River Clean-up Coalition in the spring. There will also be a showing at the Duwamish Longhouse. The project is supported by funding from the Social Justice Fund."

Written by Duwamish Tribal Services Team

Sunset Hill - Shilshole Gateway Workparty

March 3, 2012

Where? 

36th Ave NW median, just south of NW 62nd St. and just north of NW 60th St.

What time? 

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

For more information, contact 

Dave Boyd, 498-6636, dave.boyd1@comcast.net

Please join us to plant bare root shrubs as the second phase of improving the ends of the 36th Ave NW median with low-maintenance, low-growing plants to keep sight lines clear, improve safety and enhance the appearance of this important connection between Sunset Hill and Shilshole. Bring work clothes and any tools you have suitable for weeding and planting, including wheelbarrows. We'll provide tools, safety vests and refreshments.

14th Avenue Northwest Park Community Meeting

March 7, 2012

Where? 

St. Alphonsis Parish School

5816 15th Ave NW

What time? 

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

For more information, contact 

email Pamela Kliment or call 206-684-7556

Seattle Parks and Recreation and the east Ballard Community Association invite the community to the second public meeting about the 14th Ave. NW Park project. At the first meeting, held in January, Parks and Mithun presented the project history, site analysis, three design options, and gathered community input. At this meeting they will present the preferred final schematic and discuss the next steps for this project. This project converts the east side of 14th Ave. NW between NW 59th and NW 61st streets into a new “street” park. In order to create this unique street park the east side traffic lane will require rerouting of the north bound traffic to the west side of the 14th Ave. The project includes green infrastructure and incorporates safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles.

You are encouraged to attend and join in the planning for this community initiated public space project.

For More iNForMAtioN or iF you require sPeciAl MeetiNg AccoMModAtioNs, PleAse coNtAct: Pamela Kliment, Project Planner Seattle Parks and Recreation, 800 maynard Ave. S. Suite 300, Seattle, WA 98134 206-684-7556, Pamela.Kliment@seattle.gov or visit: http://www.seattle.gov/parks/projects/ballard_hub_uv/

Sustainable Ballard Second Thursday Social - Mar 2012

Come say hello!

March 8, 2012

Where? 

The Stepping Stone

5903 24th Ave. NW

What time? 

6:30pm - 9:00pm

For more information, contact 

info@sustainableballard.org

Every second Thursday of the month, the Stepping Stone will donate 10% of the proceeds on the evening to Sustainable Ballard! Join us for an opportunity to connect with other Sustainable Ballardites over a glass and find out what's happening or give us your new ideas. Or just stop by to say hi!

Ballard Knitters for the Homeless - Mar 2012

Knit community and warmers for homeless community members

March 9, 2012

Where? 

Aster Coffee Lounge

5615 24th Ave NW

What time? 

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

For more information, contact 

email Jody Grage or 718-1529

Learn to knit! Learn new knitting skills! Bring yarn and needles if you have them - and some to share with those who don't if you can. Jody Grage is leading this group for anyone who would enjoy getting together monthly to knit simple hats and scarves for community members who do not have a warm home this Fall and Winter. No prior experience necessary! Jody will teach easy, pretty patterns and walk you through your project.

Repeats every second Friday, same time and place. All welcome!

Kids Movie Night at SHCA - Mar 2012

Mary Poppins!! Refreshments, fun, and a classic movie for all ages

March 9, 2012

Where? 

Sunset Hill Community Association

3003 NW 66th St

What time? 

6:45 pm

For more information, contact 

info@sunsethillcommunity.com

$2 for members/$5 for non members

Salvage Chicken Coop Design Class

March 10, 2012

Where? 

The RE Store, Ballard

1440 NW 52nd, Seattle, WA 98107

What time? 

10a-12noon

For more information, contact 

Bray at brayh@re-store.org

Interested in keeping chickens in your backyard but don't know how to get started? Brad Halm from The Seattle Urban Farm Company will help guide you through the process of designing a chicken coop and run and figuring out where to put it. He'll discuss the basics of managing a flock in an urban backyard, sizing and siting the coop, design tips to keep out predators, and how to personalize your coop and save money using salvaged materials for construction!

Brad got his start growing food in college in a small vegetable garden at The Homestead, an experiential living center at Denison University. He then apprenticed on organic farms in Ohio, and managed Village Acres Farm in Pennsylvania before moving to Seattle where he has been helping people build and care for their urban farms ever since.

Price: $10 (includes discount to the store) Questions or pre-register - brayh@re-store.org

SCALLOPS Spring Forward

Hosted by Eastside SCALLOPS (Bothell, Issaquah, Mercer Island, Redmond, Woodinville)

March 10, 2012

Where? 

Sammamish Valley Grange in Hollywood Hills

14654 148th Avenue Northeast, Woodinville, WA 98072

What time? 

9:30 am - 3:00 pm

For more information, contact 

RSVP: katwink@comcast.net

Want to find out about successful projects, non-profit finances, growing membership, or ??? We pick the topics; we discuss them with others from around the Northwest; we bring ideas and enthusiasm back to our larger groups. Everyone benefits!

Join us for:

Heart and Soul music with Dana Lyons
(www.cowswithguns.com)

Roundtable Introductions

Sustainability Reports West Seattle’s Tool Library, Woodinville’s Mason Bees, Bellingham’s Dandelions Unlimited, Edmonds Community Solar Coop

Potluck Lunch

Business Update from SCALLOPS Central

Open Space Discussion Groups

www.goSCALLOPS.org
www.Facebook.com/goSCALLOPS
www.Twitter.com/goSCALLOPS

Design Review Board Public Meeting Sunset Hill Greenmarket property

City of Seattle design review meeting Monday March 12, 6:30-9:30

March 12, 2012

Where? 

Sunset Hill Community Association

3003 NW 66th Street

What time? 

6:30 -9:30

For more information, contact 

info@sunsethillcommunity.com

Developer of the greenmarket site on 32nd Ave NW at NW 64th Street will present designs to City; public input encouraged on MARCH 12, 6:30-9:30 pm.

Developer Bill Parks and team will present plans at the initial Early Design Guidance meeting with the City of Seattle Design Review Board.

Proposed mixed-use project will have 3 or 4 stories with apartments, retail, offices, and greenmarket.

Two development proposals in Sunset Hill will be featured at this Design Review meeting:

• 6401 32nd Ave. NW, the Sunset Hill Greenmarket property

• 5601 24th Ave. NW, this site is located at the corner of 24th Ave. NW and NW 56th St., one block north of Market Street and one block west of Ballard Commons Park.

Please participate to hear design options and voice your comments. Proposals available at this link:

http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/planning/design_review_program/project_reviews/upcoming/default.asp

News coverage of Sunset Hill greenmarket in the Ballard News Tribune: http://www.ballardnewstribune.com/2012/03/06/news/early-design-review-meetings-coming-more-ballard-

http://www.ballardnewstribune.com/2012/01/12/news/developer-presents-preliminary-designs-popular-su

http://www.ballardnewstribune.com/2012/01/12/news/sunset-hill-green-market-sold-developers

http://www.ballardnewstribune.com/2012/01/06/news/developer-wants-public-input-redevelopment-popula

Ballard District Council - Mar 2012

Always Open to the Public!

March 14, 2012

Where? 

Ballard Public Library

5614 22nd Ave NW

What time? 

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

For more information, contact 

Rob Mattson at 684-4051 or rob.mattson@seattle.gov

To view the agenda go to http://ballarddistrict.org/about/ballard-district-council/monthly-meetings/

Ballard Green Building and Retrofitting Speaker Series

"Get the Biggest Bang for Your Green Remodeling Buck"

March 14, 2012

Where? 

The Ballard Zero-Energy Home

RSVP for address

What time? 

7:00PM - 8:30PM

For more information, contact 

Eric Thomas

B-GREEN!
Ballard Green Building Talks

presents:
Aaron Fairchild and Sam Lai of Green Canopy Homes
Wednesday, March 14
7:00-8:30 PM
at the Ballard Net-Zero-Energy Home
RSVP for address

Join Us!
FREE TALK & TOUR OF SEATTLE’S FIRST NET-ZERO-ENERGY HOME
Thinking of investing in the efficiency of your home? Need help sorting through the dizzying array of choices? Two veterans of the green renovation and real estate industries will point you toward the green retrofits that yield the biggest payback—both in energy savings and long-term home value. This 30-minute talk will be followed by refreshments and a tour Seattle’s first net-zero-energy home.
RSVP required.
Seating is limited, so email today.

Keeping Chickens in the City -Seattle Free School's 4th anniversary!

Help Us Celebrate!

March 15, 2012

Where? 

What time? 

For more information, contact 

seattlefreeschool@gmail.com

Want to keep chickens but don't know where to start? These classes cover the basics of keeping chickens in the city. They include information on starting with chicks, feed, housing requirements and resources to continue your chicken education.

These classes are part of the four year anniversary celebration of Seattle Free School. Four years ago on March 15th Seattle Free School held it's very first class, Keeping Chickens in the City, at the University District Library!

Class times and locations: University Dist Library 4:30pm Ballard Library 6:30pm West Seattle Library 6:30pm Greenwood Library 6:30pm Seattle Farm Co-Op 6:30pm

For more information and to register click here! http://www.seattlefreeschool.org/classes.php

Ballard St. Patrick's Day Festival

a benefit for Sustainable Ballard

March 17, 2012

Where? 

Ballard Oddfellows Hall

1706 NW Market St.

What time? 

10 am - midnight

For more information, contact 

info@sustainableballard.org

Join us for this family-friendly festival on St. Patrick's Day. A celebration of Irish music, dance and culture, plus the history and legacy of St. Patrick's Day and it's impact on America.

$10 for a full day of activities!
There is entertainment that features many traditional forms of Irish music such as Uilleann Pipers, Callie & Irish Step Dancing Lessons. Modern Irish musical artists will be featured as well. Kids will engage in themed games, face-painting and special activities.

Festival Headquarters located at the Ballard Oddfellows Hall features two separate halls.

• The upstairs hall is beautiful and large with a stage, a full bar (21 & over) and a great dance floor.
• The downstairs hall is more intimate and features acoustic entertainment and children's activities.
• There will be food served all day in both halls. The menu includes Irish Breakfast all day, as well as corned beef and cabbage!
• There will be appropriate security to insure a friendly community atmosphere throughout the event!
• We are enlisting local artists to be involved in creating art and community activities throughout the day, and all around the footprint of the festival.

We also encourage all local businesses to run some sort of Saint Patrick's Day Special.

Buy your tickets through Sustainable Ballard and the whole $10 goes directly in our pockets:
Online: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/225698
Or in person: Sonic Boom Records, 2209 NW Market St

Women on a Mission

a day of roundtable discussions on local and sustainable business

March 20, 2012

Where? 

Urban Enoteca, SODO

4130 1st Ave South, Seattle WA 98134

What time? 

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

For more information, contact 

Christine Hanna / Seattle Good Business Network

There are seriously exciting things happening in our local business community, and it's high time we get together to talk about it!

Everyday we're reminded that old economic and business models are eroding many of the things we care most about. Yet if we look closely, we're surrounded by creative innovators who are collaborating their way to a new, shared prosperity. So, Seattle Good Business Network and See Green Ventures have created Women on a Mission, a day of roundtable discussions sparked by women innovators in local and sustainable business. We want you to join the conversation!

If things like closing the loop on local sourcing and manufacturing, creating energy efficient and eco-friendly products, services, and workplaces, and seamlessly living your values at work and at home are important to you, then mark your calendar to join us.

Where: Urban Enoteca, SODO
When: Tuesday, March 20, 8am to 6pm
What: A day to talk shop, inspire and be inspired--all in a beautiful space with amazing food, and topped off with spectacular local wine.

Registration details are coming soon--we look forward to seeing you on the 20th!
Christine Hanna, Seattle Good Business Network
Erin Nelson, See Green Ventures

A Home Weatherization Do-It-Yourself Workshop

How to make your home more cozy and energy efficient while saving money

March 22, 2012

Where? 

Umpqua Bank

2032 NW Market Street

What time? 

6:30PM - 8:00PM

For more information, contact 

Marco@nwhomecomfort.com

Sustainable Ballard, NW Home Comfort and Umpqua Bank Present:

How to Make Your Home More Cozy and Energy Efficient While Saving Money

Learn about the things you can do yourself to minimize energy waste and improve comfort in your home, about the benefits of an energy audit, and about the various subsidies and incentives available from the city for these energy efficiency home upgrades.

Monthly Gathering - March 2012

Social Media and Social Change

March 26, 2012

Where? 

Sunset Hill Community Club

3003 NW 66th St

What time? 

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

For more information, contact 

info@sustainableballard.org

We take a look at Social Media and the roles it can play in social change, from conversation to community building to revolution. Potluck at 6:30 pm. Program at 7:00 pm.