Here’s our weekly round-up of upcoming events for the week of September 28th – October 4th on Mercer Island.
Northwood Elementary PTA Planning Meeting
Wednesday, September 29, 7 PM
West Mercer Elementary Library, 4141 81st Ave SE
The 2016-17 school year will be one of change as the school boundaries shift and Northwood Elementary is opened. The construction crews are busy building the foundation, walls and roof of the new school, and now it is time to start building a PTA for Northwood Elementary! The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a group of people that will be planning the programs, coordinating services, and creating community building activities for the students and families of Northwood Elementary. The first step in the Northwood Elementary PTA becoming a recognized PTA and 501(c)(3) organization is a Planning Meeting. Please join us for this important meeting on September 29th. You will have the opportunity to meet Principal Aimee Batliner-Gillette and become a member of the Northwood Elementary PTA.
Mercer Island Women’s Equality & Health and Fitness Day
Wednesday, September 30, 5:30 pm
Mercerdale Park, 77th Ave SE & SE 32nd St
Join the City of Mercer Island and the League of Women Voters (Mercer Island unit) in celebrating Mercer Island Women’s Equality Day at a Community Gathering and Walk in Mercerdale Park. Show your support by walking, dress up for fun, or carry a banner or sign to celebrate Women’s equality. Everyone is welcome. A short program will begin at 5:30 pm. Music provided by Nancy Stewart.
Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon
Thursday, October 1st, Noon
Mercer Island Community & Events Center,
At this month’s luncheon, the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce is pleased to host a City Council Candidates Forum. There are four contested and one uncontested seat on the Mercer Island City Council that will be decided by the November 3rd election. Whether you are a Mercer Island voter or not, many issues in this election are related to the future of the Town Center, including density, parking, and transit. This meeting is the only opportunity for the Chamber to host the candidates. Because of the limited amount of time, each of the nine candidates has been asked to present a five-minute position statement. There won’t be time for a debate or questions although some candidates may be able to answer questions after the meeting adjourns. Luncheon cost is $15 for members and $20 for non-members.
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Paws on Patrol Training
Thursday, October 1st, 6 pm
Caucus Room at City Hall, 9611 SE 36th St
Paws on Patrol is a crime prevention partnership between the police department and dog walkers in our community. The strategy is to increase the number of eyes and ears (and paws) in the community in an effort to report crimes or suspicious activity in progress. Participants will receive training from the police department which will help them effectively report suspicious activity, enabling the police to respond and investigate the situation or prevent crime from happening. Please, no dogs at this session, which is at City Hall.
Story Times at the Library
Thursday, October 1
Mercer Island Library, 4400 88th Ave SE
Join the Mercer Island Children’s Librarian for stories, songs, rhymes and fun in these 30 to 45-minute programs designed especially for you and your young child.
Young Toddlers (12 – 24 months) – 10:15 – 10:45 am
Toddlers (2 – 3 years) – 11:15 – 11:45 AM
Preschoolers (3 – 6 years) – 1 – 1:45 pm
Mercer Island High School Homecoming Parade
Friday, October 2
Parade – 4:30-5:30 pm | Football Game with Marching Band Performance – 7 pm
Mercerdale Park, 77th Ave & SE 32nd St
It’s homecoming week for Mercer Island High School (MIHS)! The Homecoming Parade, featuring the MIHS marching band, cheerleaders, and floats, will begin at Mercerdale Park (at the corner of 77th Ave & SE 32nd St) and will proceed to downtown Mercer Island. Then cheer on the MIHS football team as they play the Liberty Patriots at the MIHS Stadium at 7 pm. Halftime performance by the MIHS Marching Band.
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Mercer Island Farmers Market
Sunday, October 4, 10 am – 3 pm
SE 32nd Street at Mercerdale Park (between 77th and 78th Avenue SE)
Visit the Mercer Island Farmers Market for fresh produce, sustainably caught fish, pasture-raised meats, artisan and ready-to-eat foods, flowers, and more. This week’s theme is “Biggest and Best Around.” Music will be provided by Zach Lombardo, who will perform rock, acoustic, and pop music. At the children’s table, it’s apple-pressing time! Families are invited to stop by, press apples, and make cider.
“The Big Hug” Volunteer Appreciation Event & Film Screening
Sunday, October 4, 1 – 2:30 pm (The Big Hug) | 3 pm Film Screening
SJCC, 3801 East Mercer Way
The Stroum Jewish Community Center will host a member and volunteer-appreciation event, serving light bites and drinks in their newly remodeled lobby and lounge. The annual Volunteer of the Year award will be presented, along with the CEO’s and President’s awards. Please RSVP below so we know to expect you.
Attendees encouraged to stick around after the event for a Seattle Jewish Film Festival encore screening of “Theodore Bikel: In the Shoes of Sholom Aleichem.”
Mercer Island Youth & Family Services Open House
Sunday, October 4, 2 – 4 pm
MIYFS administration building, 2040 84th Ave SE
Mercer Island Youth and Family Services Foundation (MIYFS) Board of Directors invites you to bring your family, sip apple cider, and tour the halls of our brick administration building while learning about its history and current use as MIYFS headquarters. A complete showcase of all eight MIYFS programs and services will be featured on the tour, including the Food Pantry, which operates out of this building.
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