Here’s my weekly roundup of events for the week of June 13 – 19 on Mercer Island:
Songs for My Grandchildren: An Adults-Only Evening with Nancy Stewart 
Monday, June 13, 6:30 pm
Island Books, 3014 78th Ave SE
Many of our customers are grandparents, and we know you are always looking for the best books to read to your grandchildren, and seeking the latest information on how to nurture their growth. Nancy Stewart will share songs and stories from a grandparent’s perspective, as well as the latest brain research on how singing to our babies and young children impacts all areas of early learning. Please join us for a little wine and cheese and the company of other grandparents as we celebrate you!
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Play and Learn
Wednesday, June 15, 10:30 am
Mercer Island Library, 8501 SE 40th St (Temporary location)
Have fun singing songs, telling stories, reading books, creating art and playing.
Storybook Corner 
Wednesday, June 15, 10:30 am
Island Books, 3014 78th Ave SE
Bring your little ones in to enjoy popular picture books read by our staff or special guests.
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Friday Flicks 
Friday, June 17, 1 – 3 pm
MICEC, 8236 SE 24th St
Drop in and enjoy a movie among peers: “Black or White,” starring Kevin Costner. Coffee will be provided! Registration is not required.
Restoration Event
Saturday, June 18, 10am
Ellis Pond, 90th Ave SE north of SE 47th St
Each year, Mercer Island citizens donate hundreds of hours of their time to maintain the community’s parks and open spaces: picking up litter, planting trees, cutting down ivy, painting over graffiti, or repairing trails.
Dedication of Northwood Elementary 
Saturday, June 18, 9 – 11:30 am
Northwood Elementary School, 8805 SE 40th St
Come out and support the dedication of Mercer Island’s newest elementary school!
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Parents’ Night Out
Saturday, June 18, 5 – 10 pm
Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3801 East Mercer Way
It may be called Parents’ Night Out, but let’s be honest…it’s really for the kids! Get in the summer camp spirit with an evening of fun and games. Includes dinner and a movie.
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Father’s Day Film: The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg
Sunday, June 19, 10:30 am
Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3801 East Mercer Way
Join us for Father’s Day at the J – our annual sports film for dads, granddads, kids, sports fans and the families who love them, featuring “The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg.” This feature length documentary film by director Aviva Kempner, Emmy Award nominee and Seattle Jewish Film Festival 2015 Reel Difference Award recipient, tells the extraordinary story of a Jewish baseball player who transcended ethnic and religious prejudice to become a hero for all Americans. Ticket price includes coffee, bagels, and shmear breakfast.
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Steps & Reps
Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19, 9 am
Mercerdale Park, 77th SE & SE 32nd
The 2nd annual Steps & Reps Family Sweat Session is a one-hour boot camp style outdoor workout on the Mercerdale Park stairs and field. Led by professional trainers from MI Athletic Club and Renew Fitness.
Mercer Island Farmers Market
Sunday, June 19, 10 am – 3 pm
SE 32nd Street at Mercerdale Park (between 77th and 78th Ave SE)
Visit the Mercer Island Farmers Market for the widest array of top quality Washington foods fresh from the farm, the field or sea, artisan produced and/or ready to eat – plus music, children’s activities, artisan gifts, and more!
Here are the highlights this week:
- Tasting by New Seasons
- Featured vendor: Divine Crumb
- Sponsor of the week: New Seasons
- Music by The Archtops
- Kids’ table activity: Tator Tot
