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2026 Meetings + Events
2026 Meetings + Events
April Meeting - Native Plants and Arborist Wood ChipsApril 2, 2026 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
We are delighted to have Sally Anne Sadler from Shooting Star Gardens come talk to us about sustainable gardening and native plants. Along side her, HLCC President, Kippy Irwin will teach us about the benefits of using arborist wood chips in the landscape.
Learn more about Shooting Start Gardens here: https://shootingstargardens.com/
March Meeting - Seattle Crime Prevention and When to Call 911March 5, 2026 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Watch video Here
Katelyn Yep from the SPD North Precinct Crime Prevention will be talking about topics like: personal safety, burglary prevention and neighborhood crime prevention. In addition, she will talk about when to call 911 and reporting suspicious behavior.
Link related to the talk
Find it fix it app, https://www.seattle.gov/customer-serv...
Seattle Customer Service Bureau, https://www.seattle.gov/customer-serv...
Smart911, https://www.smart911.com/
February Meeting - The Sport of Curling and Our Local Curling Club February 5, 2026 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Watch video Here
Former HLCC President Ethan Bradford, shares his knowledge and enthusiasm for Curling. Ethan is a member of the Granite Curling Club located in our neighborhood on North 128th ST. The club was founded in the 1950's, completed in 1961, and for many years was the only dedicated curling facility on the west coast. It has produced many national championship teams over the years. This is an Olympic year! Curling events will start on Feb. 4th with GCC alumni Luc Violette and Ben Richardson joining Team USA. Ethan will teach us about curling and the history of the Granite Curling Club. Those who are interested can wander over after our meeting to watch curling in action for a bit. Learn how to curl at Seattles Granite curling club, https://curlingseattle.org/
Slide show presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/14j6HtXKrJQm2DzOsKQypvojzgG2j5EPlyLYOQI8GNP8/edit?slide=id.g3c3e292451c_1_34#slide=id.g3c3e292451c_1_34
Basic Disaster Preparedness for Homes January 31, 2026 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Please attend the Basic Disaster Preparedness for Homes class and potluck sponsored by the Haller Lake Emergency Hub at the Haller Lake Community Club on Jan 31, 2026 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm. Here is the link to sign up: https://signup.com/go/bvDUejk, which includes details for the gathering. Sign up ahead if you can to help our planning. The class to be conducted by Ann Forest, volunteer with the Seattle Emergency Government and the Seattle Emergency Hubs organization, will help us learn how to prepare our home and family for that disaster that we all hope will not come! It will also give us an opportunity to meet over a potluck meal. If you have questions please contact Jeff Silverman, Haller Lake Emergency Hub Captain at HallerLakeHub@gmail.com (253) 459-2318 or me, Doug Mormann, Haller Lake Emergency Hub Communications Lead (608) 799-9456.
Past Community Dances of the YearFebruary 14th, March 14th
Enjoy reels, circles, contra & square dances with LIVE music by local musicians! Dances are taught on-the-spot by caller Sherry Nevins. Everyone can join in – the dances are easy and fun for all ages, and no dance experience or partner is needed. Please bring your own drinking water and maybe a snack to share. Suggested Donations: Adult $10, Kids 18 and Under $5, Family Max $30
2025 Meetings + Events
2025 Meetings + Events
Pizza and Movie Night: Wonka January 25, 2025 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
You’re invited to an indoor family movie night. January 25th showing of Wonka. Doors open at 6pm, movie will start at 6:30pm. Bring your blankets and a stuffy, get a slice of pizza and grab a spot on the floor. If you have low back chairs, please help us protect our floor by putting them on a blanket. All are welcome! This is a free event; all donations will go directly to our plumbing project fund.
February Meeting - AED Training ClassFebruary 6, 2025 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Did you miss the meeting? Don't worry you can watch the video here
March Meeting - Local Birds and How to Attract them March 6, 2025 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: Daphne Legg
Daphne Legg, of Lake Forest Park's Wild Birds Unlimited, will talk about local birds and how to attract them to your yard.
Spring Egg HuntApril 19, 2025 10:30 AM
April Meeting - Venerable Homes on the Haller Lake Loop April 3, 2025 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: Shawn MacPherson
Watch Meeting Here
May Meeting - Land and Lake Weeds at Haller Lake May 1, 2025 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: Ben Peterson
Watch Meeting Here
Ben Peterson from the King County Noxious Weed Program will give a presentation on noxious weeds that grow in and near Haller Lake. The slide show will last about 40 minutes and include time for Q & A. He will talk about how to identify the plants, their impacts, and strategies both individuals and the community can do to mitigate their impacts. Plants discussed will include fragrant water lily, purple loosestrife, non-native blackberry, common holly, and common ivy.
Summer Craft Fair and Yard Sale August 17, 2025 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The HLCC wants to end summer with a bang! We are looking for venders for our upcoming craft fair/yard sale. This is a great opportunity for anyone who makes handmade goods to sell. Not only will you be selling, this also gives you a chance to chat it up and meet new neighbors.
Not a crafter, don't worry, we are happy to host our yard sale enthusiasts. The event date is August 17th. Get motivated to clean and purge your home, and make some cash on the side. The craft fair/yard sale will be in our back lot, rain or shine. We will provide one land plot per participant. You will need to bring your own tent, table and chairs. Each plot will cost $15 to rent for a 10x15 ft space. Please let us know ahead of time via email at hallerlakecc@gmail.com to reserve a plot. See you all there!
Candidates Night September 4, 2025 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Watch Candidates Night 2025 here.
Join us at our annual "Candidates Nights", in co-operation with the Broadview Bitter Lake Community Council. There are some major races on this year's ballot. Here is your opportunity to meet the candidates in person, ask questions, and get a feel for who you want to vote for.
October Meeting - Talk with local Seattle Police Captain George Davission October 2, 2025 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: George Davisson
Watch Meeting Here
The Haller Lake Community Club is excited to introduce the new Captain of the Seattle North Precinct, Captain George Davisson. He will share insights on the current state of policing in North Seattle along with answering questions from the audience.
Trunk or TreatOctober 25, 2025 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join us for spooky games and treats at our Annual Trunk or Treat event! We’re excited to see you and your costumes! Everyone is welcome.
November Meeting - True Crime Stories of Seattle November 6, 2025 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Watch Meeting Here
Our Speaker for this month, Melinda Jacobson, is long time Haller Lake resident and true crime buff. She will share solved and unsolved true crime cases covering the Haller Lake area and other areas of Seattle. She is also the owner of Private Eye Tours of Seattle. https://www.privateeyetours.com/
December Meeting - All About Emergency HubDecember 4, 2025 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Watch Meetin Here
This month's general meeting is on the Haller Lake Emergency Hub, led by our hub captain, Jeff Silverman. Learn about how our community is prepared for any disaster with the help of the Emergency Hub. Link to slides (please save)
Holiday BazaarDecember 7, 2025 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Last year's event went so well we are doing it again, and we need YOU even more this year! We want to showcase all of the talented folks in our community by hosting a Holiday Bazaar! There will be a mix of handmade gifts. Think Etsy, i.e. jewelry, apothecary, honey, art, and ceramics are a few things you will see. We will also be doing a raffle drawing this year at 2 pm. Tickets are $5, gift basket is valued at $260. You must be present to win. Come have cookies, cocoa, and go shopping.
Emergency Hub Demonstratin Session December 7, 2025 10:00 AM
The second Haller Lake Hub set up and practice session for all our neighbors is scheduled for December 7th at 10 AM, the same time as the Haller Lake Bazaar. While we all hope that an emergency hub is never needed, please stop by for a few minutes to learn about how you and your family might find it helpful in a disaster. Seattle Emergency Hubs is a volunteer driven effort to build upon the Katrina experience and help neighbors more quickly respond in a significant long-term emergency. A view of the hub bellow.
Looking for Volunteers
We will start when the bazaar starts (to set up) and end an hour before the bazaar ends (to debrief and put away). We want you! to take a role at the hub. All training will be provided. To sign up, please go to the Haller Lake Emergency Hub Open House signup page. For questions, please contact the Hub Captain, Jeff Silverman, hallerlakehub@gmail.com.
Past Community Dances of the Year
Dances were held: March 8th, April 12th, October 11th, November 8th, and December 13th.
Enjoy reels, circles, contra & square dances with LIVE music by local musicians! Dances are taught on-the-spot by caller Sherry Nevins. Everyone can join in – the dances are easy and fun for all ages, and no dance experience or partner is needed. Please bring your own drinking water and maybe a snack to share. Suggested Donations: Adult $10, Kids 18 and Under $5, Family Max $30
2024 Meetings + Events
2024 Meetings + Events
February Meeting - Seattle Needs Trees February 1, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: Meegan McKiernan
A write up of the meeting, with a link to slides and a recording can be found here. Watch meeting here
Join us to learn about how native mature trees can help us adapt to and mitigate climate change in our city why we’re losing trees at such a high rate and what we can do about it. The Emerald City has as many trees as people who love them, so why are we razing Seattle’s native urban forest? Seattle lost over 1,705 trees between January and October of 2023, with more coming down soon. To learn more, and to support the petition to save trees, please visit: www.treesandpeople.org
March Meeting - 1st Ave NE Shared-Use Path and NE 130 & NE 125th St Mobility and Safety ProjectMarch 7, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: SDOT
Topics: 1st Ave NE Shared-Use Path & NE130&NE125thSt Mobility and Safety Project
Watch meeting here
Spring Egg HuntMarch 24, 2024 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come celebrate sping with your Neighbors! The areas will be split by age group.
We will have a "golden ticket" in each age category to get a special prize.
Don't forget your basket!
May Meeting - Live and in Person - The Seattle Nice Podcast May 2, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Watch meeting here
Speakers:
David Hyde – KUOW
Erica C. Barnett – Publicola
Sandeep Kaushik – Sound View Strategies
Details: Seattle Nice is a podcast that debates Seattle Political issues. The podcast is 3 people. David Hyde (longtime KUOW producer and reporter) is the moderator. Most of the debate occurs between Erica C. Barnett (longtime Seattle journalist) and Sandeep Kaushik (longtime Seattle political consultant). You can tune in to past Seattle Nice podcasts via your favorite podcast platform or via Seattle Nice | A podcast | Patreon. But, this will be their first live podcast...unedited.
Day of Service - Litter Cleanup May 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Details: Meeting at club at 9:45 and you’ll have all your needs: garbage grabbers, gloves, bags. Under supervision this can be a family event.
Ice Cream Social and Officer InstallationJune 6, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for ice cream and to welcome the 2024-2025 Board members. We'll have ice cream with fixings, and music on our lovely theater organ. Free and open to all.
Candidates Night September 5, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Watch meeting here
Come hear from candidates running in Haller Lake and Bitter Lake. The following candidates have confirmed attendance:
Lisa Rezac (32nd district position 1)
Lauren Davis (32nd district position 2
Gerry Pollet (46th district position 1)
Beth Daranciang (46th district position 1)
Darya Farivar (46th district position 2)
Simone Barron (46th district position 2)
Tanya Woo (City Council Position 8)
Alexis Mercedes Rinck (City Council Position 8)
Dale Whitaker (Secretary of State)
Pete Serrano (Attorney General)
October Meeting - The New Fire Station on Meridian October 3, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: Seattle Fire Department
Please join us on Thursday, October 3rd for a presentation by the Seattle Fire Department of their newest station going up now on Meridian Ave N. and N. 113th St. There will be several speakers from the Fire Department and a slide presentation all about the new station right in our neighborhood. There will also be some time for a Q & A session afterwards. The social ½ hour starts at 7:00 with the presentation at 7:30 PM. Everyone is welcome and we hope to see you there.
Trunk or Treat October 27, 2024 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join us for spooky games and treats at our Annual Trunk or Treat event! We’re excited to see you and your costumes! Everyone is welcome.
November Meeting - Household Prep and Community Response November 7, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: Ann Forrest from Seattle Emergency Hubs
Watch meeting here
Learn how to prepare your household before a disaster - and how Haller Lake neighbors will support one another after a disaster. The devastating hurricanes in the southeast are a reminder that there are things we can do now to protect ourselves and those we care about. Let's work to make our community more resilient. Knowing your household is prepared can be so calming. You'll walk away from this class with solid guidance on the next four steps to take. Learning how the community can/will support itself (until help can arrive) helps complete the picture. Haller Lake has an "Emergency Communication Hub". Learn what that is and how it works. You'll be so glad you came!
Emergency Hub TrainingDecember 3, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
"Emergency Communication Hubs" help neighbors organize before a disaster so they can respond quickly and efficiently to support each other. The group is an ALL VOLUNTEER collection of neighbors - just like you - who understand the need to work together (post-disaster) until outside help can arrive. This training will teach you about the Hub "system" so that you understand what the Hub can (and cannot) do. You will also be able to step in and take a shift to help your neighbors get their basic needs met. Haller Lake is a designated "Hub" but it isn't organized - yet. Get involved; this doesn't happen without neighbors like you. Even if you get trained, you are under no obligation to serve in the Hub. We hope you find this work as interesting as we do! “What is a Hub?” 9-minute introductory video.
December Meeting - History of the Cemetery December 5, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: Scott Sheehan, General Manager of Evergreen Washelli Cemetery
Watch meeting here
Please join us on Thursday December 5th to learn about the history of Evergreen Washelli Cemetery. Scott Sheehan, General Manager of Washelli, will speak about the history, from the 100 graves of Civil War soldiers to the many familiar Seattle pioneer families and other luminaries who reside there. Find out how it became the final resting place for hundreds of service members, including medal-of-honor winners whose amazing stories are engraved on their graves. How did it end up being on both sides of Aurora? How many Seattle streets are named after its residents? Hope to see you there, while we are still on “the right side of the grass”
Holiday Bazaar and Cookies December 15, 2024 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Santa: 10:30 - 11:00
Organ music: 10:30 - 12:00
Creative dance performance: 12:15 - 12:30
Live Music from Lakeside students 1:00 - 2:00
Live Music from Ingraham students: 2:00 - 3:30
Cookies & cocoa provided.
Please bring your favorite cookies for the cookie share.
Vendors Participating:
Massage, Jewelry, Home Baked Goods, Honey, Upcycled Clothing & Repair, Mosaic Art, Notecards, Ornaments, Blown Glass, Yoga, Dance, Specialty Jams, Upcycled Crafts, Wine, Salon Products, Gym, Crafts
Past Community Dances of the Year
Dances were held: January 13th, February 10th, March 9th, April 13th, May 18th and November 9th.
Enjoy reels, circles, contra & square dances with LIVE Quebecois / Acadian music by "La Famille Léger" (the Léger family band): Devon, Louis, and Dejah on fiddle, button accordion, and keyboard! Dances are taught on-the-spot by caller Sherry Nevins. Everyone can join in – the dances are easy and fun for all ages, and no dance experience or partner is needed. Please bring your own drinking water and maybe a snack to share.
“Born of a time when family and friends would gather in the warmth of the kitchens of Québec and New Brunswick to play and dance time-honoured tunes together, La Famille Léger keeps that rich tradition vitally alive. The Légers play the dancing music of French Canada - the music handed down through generations in the New World, the music of back porches and kitchen parties."
They will treat us to lively dance tunes such as #3, #7, and #8 on their album L'étoile du nord
2023 Meetings + Events
2023 Meetings + Events
January Meeting - Seattle Police Personal Safety ClassJanuary 26, 2023 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Here are the topics we will go over in the Safety class.
- Making a safety plan and practicing safety drills regarding personal safety situations
- Yelling for help – What to say and practicing
- Assertiveness – how to set boundaries and learning the difference between being rude vs. saying no
- Basic de-escalation techniques (communication, time, distance/shielding)
- Fighting for your life – things to note if you are ever physically attacked
- Weapons -what can be carried in Seattle and what is recommended
- Preparing your mindset
- Safety tips on the street
- Driving Safety
- Safety tips for parking lots and surrounding areas
- Safety on the Metro buses or Light Rail
- Safety tips for ride shares
- When to call - knowing when to call 911 and what situations to call
- Tips for call 911 - what to say to the operator
- Additional resources - Smart 911, Alert Seattle, Tweets by Beat
February Meeting - Family and Senior Programs from Seattle Parks and RecreationFebruary 2, 2023 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Video: https://youtu.be/RHBwT4DKnrk
Speaker: Carol Baxter-Clubine, Seattle Parks & Rec and Richard By, Bitter Lake CCFind out about fitness classes, field trips, strength/conditioning, painting and my favorite pickleball
Speaker: Carol Baxter-Clubine, Seattle Parks & Rec and Richard By, Bitter Lake CCFind out about fitness classes, field trips, strength/conditioning, painting and my favorite pickleball
March Meeting - Library Resources and New BooksMarch 2, 2023 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Watch the video here
Speaker: Eric Grob, Seattle Public Library (Northgate)Eric will talk about new books, online resources, ebooks and audios, searches, and special events
Speaker: Eric Grob, Seattle Public Library (Northgate)Eric will talk about new books, online resources, ebooks and audios, searches, and special events
Games NightMarch 18, 2023 4:00 PM -8:00 PM
This month, we'll be downstairs in the board room. Enter through the lower, left (south) door. Unfortunately, that means no ping pong! Around 6, we usually chip in on pizza or the like. You can bring your own games to share, or pick one of ours. Check this website to confirm games night is on before coming, since we may need to cancel at the last minute. Questions? Email games@hallerlakecommunityclub.org.
Spring Egg HuntApril 8, 2023 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
April Meeting - Residential SolarApril 6, 2023 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Watch the video here
If you've ever been curious about solar for your residence ... come learn about the process of going solar, the equipment, financial incentives that can reduce costs by up to 40% and how to select a solar installer. Get information and ask questions without getting a pressured sales pitch. With Stu Frothingham of Puget Sound Solar.
If you've ever been curious about solar for your residence ... come learn about the process of going solar, the equipment, financial incentives that can reduce costs by up to 40% and how to select a solar installer. Get information and ask questions without getting a pressured sales pitch. With Stu Frothingham of Puget Sound Solar.
May Meeting - SDOT Vision Zero UpdateMay 4, 2023 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Watch the video here
Ice Cream Social & Organ MusicJune 1, 2023 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Join us for ice cream and to welcome the 2023-2024 Board members. We'll have ice cream with fixings, and be serenaded by Jamie Snell on the PSTOS's theater organ.
Summer Jazz Picnic Series June 4, 2023 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Free* and open to all. Join us for some great tunes played by Lincoln High School's Jazz band. Bring a picnic and your own blanket or chair. *Donations accepted for Lincoln's music program.
Summer Jazz Picnic Series Sep 3, 2023 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Free* and open to all. Join us for some great Jazz tunes played by local High School Jazz bands. Bring your own blanket and/or chair. Kozmo Kitchen will be selling traditional Japanese rice balls at the event!Sept: Lakeside Jazz Band
Candidates NightSeptember 7, 2023 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
A video of this event is available at https://youtu.be/XjONxYlhh18?si=73Og1bxlYq7ih4Uk.
Come hear from candidates running in Haller Lake and Bitter Lake.
Come hear from candidates running in Haller Lake and Bitter Lake.
October Meeting - Seattle Public Schools Vice President will take questions and speak to SPS projects and Policy October 5, 2023 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: Liz Rankin
Topic: Seattle Public schools Vice President will take questions and speak to SPS projects and policy.
Topic: Seattle Public schools Vice President will take questions and speak to SPS projects and policy.
Trunk or TreatOctober 28, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Come out for Halloween fun with trunk or treating, Cider, and popcorn with your neighbors. Free, Open to all.
November Meeting - Talk with Principal of James Baldwin Elementary November 2, 2023 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Speaker: Nicole Silver, Principal at James Baldwin Elementary
Recording available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YL67BpInkdc
Movie Night: Sam Now December 7, 2023 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
We'll be screening the award-winning documentary "Sam Now", which was created by Reed Harkness, who grew up right here in Haller Lake. Twenty-five years in the making, Reed went about the business of filming his younger half-sibs in skit-like home movies. Eventually, this morphed into a more serious production when Sam and Jared, now teens, cope with the stress of a missing mom. She left Seattle for good without telling anyone and stayed hidden for 2 1/2 years. The story arc ascends when Sam and Reed hunt down Jois, Sam’s mom.
This is a story of redemption, loss, family bonds, and very mixed emotions. We'll have a Q&A at the end with Jared, Sam, and Jared's father (Randy Harkness).
Holiday Tunes, Cookies and CocoaDecember 17, 2023 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bring your favorite cookies to share with neighbors! We'll have warm drinks available, bring your own festive mug to fill if you like. Santa will stop by for a visit and holiday tunes will be played on the 1926 Wurlitzer organ played by PSTOS. We will be collecting donation for the James Baldwin Elementary PTO.
Past Community Dance's of the Year
Dances were held: May 13th, June 10th, Septeber 9th, October 14th, November 11th and December 9th.
Enjoy reels, circles, contra & square dances with LIVE music by Manda Brown, Kathy Brown, Mark Burton, Jay Finkelstein, Valerie Cohen, and Brad Reynolds! Dances are taught on-the-spot by caller Sherry Nevins. Everyone can join in – the dances are easy and fun for all ages, and no dance experience or partner is needed. Please bring your own drinking water.
2022 Meetings + Events
2022 Meetings + Events
February Meeting - Northgate Elementary School (soon to be Jame Baldwin Elementary)February 3, 2022 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Recording: https://youtu.be/hFFdzOwVnpQ
Dr. Dedy Fauntleroy, principal of Northgate, will update us on the school news, the construction, the name change, and maybe a bit on why you might choose that school for your kids! The architects will also be there to talk about the new building. Open to all.Links from the talk:
Dr. Dedy Fauntleroy, principal of Northgate, will update us on the school news, the construction, the name change, and maybe a bit on why you might choose that school for your kids! The architects will also be there to talk about the new building. Open to all.Links from the talk:
March Meeting - Poetry reading and Q&A with Ed HarknessMarch 3, 2022 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Recording: A recording of Ed's presentation is at https://youtu.be/BGusz8O8SXw
Ed Harkness grew up about four blocks south of the Haller Lake Community Club. In fact, his mother, Doris Harkness, took him to his first pre-school classes at the HLCC, where she was a member of a pioneering parent-toddler co-op. After successfully pedaling and finger-painting his way through pre-school, Ed graduated from Ingraham High, later earned his B.A. in English at the University of Washington, and from there traveled to Missoula, Montana, where he received his Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing in 1973.
Ed is the author of three full-length poetry collections: Saying the Necessary (2000), Beautiful Passing Lives (2010), and most recently, The Law of the Unforeseen (2018, Pleasure Boat Studio Press). You can find some of Ed's recent publications in the following online journals: Valparasio Review, Sisyphus Review, Triggerfish Critical Review, Bracken Magazine and Under a Warm Green Linden. His chapbook, Ice Children, was published by Split Lip Press in 2014. To hear Ed read “Tying a Tie” and “Airborne,” the two winning poems of Terrain.org’s 8th Annual Contest in Poetry (2018), go to https://www.terrain.org/2018/poetry/edward-harkness-2/.
After a 32 year teaching career, Ed retired from Shoreline Community College in 2013 and given the fancy title of Professor Emeritus of English. He and his wife, Linda, live in Shoreline.
Ed Harkness grew up about four blocks south of the Haller Lake Community Club. In fact, his mother, Doris Harkness, took him to his first pre-school classes at the HLCC, where she was a member of a pioneering parent-toddler co-op. After successfully pedaling and finger-painting his way through pre-school, Ed graduated from Ingraham High, later earned his B.A. in English at the University of Washington, and from there traveled to Missoula, Montana, where he received his Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing in 1973.
Ed is the author of three full-length poetry collections: Saying the Necessary (2000), Beautiful Passing Lives (2010), and most recently, The Law of the Unforeseen (2018, Pleasure Boat Studio Press). You can find some of Ed's recent publications in the following online journals: Valparasio Review, Sisyphus Review, Triggerfish Critical Review, Bracken Magazine and Under a Warm Green Linden. His chapbook, Ice Children, was published by Split Lip Press in 2014. To hear Ed read “Tying a Tie” and “Airborne,” the two winning poems of Terrain.org’s 8th Annual Contest in Poetry (2018), go to https://www.terrain.org/2018/poetry/edward-harkness-2/.
After a 32 year teaching career, Ed retired from Shoreline Community College in 2013 and given the fancy title of Professor Emeritus of English. He and his wife, Linda, live in Shoreline.
April Meeting - UW Medical Center's Behavioral Health Teaching Facility on the NW CampusApril 7, 2022 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Video of meeting: https://youtu.be/e712BKLpMaY
The University of Washington is building a six story Behavioral Health Teaching Facility on their NW campus (in Haller Lake). Come hear about what the facility will offer, and about the architecture and building process for the center. We will have the following panelists:
Dr. Ryan Kimmel, Psychiatry And Behavioral Sciences, UW School of MedicinePam Renna, Hospital-Associate Administrator, UW Medical CenterJulie Blakeslee, UW Campus Architecture and PlanningAimee Duquette, SRG Partnership Architect Project ManagerMatt Dunaway, Clark|Abbott Construction Project ManagerJeannie Natta, Sr. Project Manager, UW Facilities
The University of Washington is building a six story Behavioral Health Teaching Facility on their NW campus (in Haller Lake). Come hear about what the facility will offer, and about the architecture and building process for the center. We will have the following panelists:
Dr. Ryan Kimmel, Psychiatry And Behavioral Sciences, UW School of MedicinePam Renna, Hospital-Associate Administrator, UW Medical CenterJulie Blakeslee, UW Campus Architecture and PlanningAimee Duquette, SRG Partnership Architect Project ManagerMatt Dunaway, Clark|Abbott Construction Project ManagerJeannie Natta, Sr. Project Manager, UW Facilities
May Meeting - Lakeside School with Johnpaul McLeanMay 5, 2022 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Recording: https://youtu.be/smwpAwzaolY
Come here about this preeminent educational institution right here in our neighborhood! This will be our first in-person meeting since the pandemic hit town, so it will be something to celebrate!
Come here about this preeminent educational institution right here in our neighborhood! This will be our first in-person meeting since the pandemic hit town, so it will be something to celebrate!
One Seattle Day of ServiceMay 21, 2022 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
One Seattle Day of Service is to give Haller Lake a little TLC. We will be picking up trash along N 125th St between the Haller Lake Street End Park and Aurora Ave N. We will meet at the Haller Lake Community Club at 12579 Densmore Ave N, 98133 at 10am. Trash bags will be provided, but if you have a trash picker, feel free to bring one. Gloves recommended.
Ice Cream Social June 2, 2022 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
100th Anniversary Party August 27, 2022 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
LIVE Music, food, games and other surprises! Best Pie contest!
Candidates' NightSeptember 8, 2022 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
A video of this event is available at https://youtu.be/GRDthy7cgGI.
Come hear from candidates running in Haller Lake and Bitter Lake. Co-sponsored with the Broadview/Bitter Lake Community Council. The following candidates have confirmed attendance:
Come hear from candidates running in Haller Lake and Bitter Lake. Co-sponsored with the Broadview/Bitter Lake Community Council. The following candidates have confirmed attendance:
- Cliff Moon US Congressional District 7
- Julie Anderson Secretary of State
- Patricia Weber State Senate District 32
- Jesse Solomon State Senate District 32
- Cindy Ryu (remotely) State Rep. District 32 Position 1
- Lauren Davis State Rep. District 32 Position 2
- Mathew Gross State Senate District 46
- Javier Valdez (through campaign manager) State Senate District 46
- Gerry Pollet State Rep. District 46 Position 1
- Darya Farivar State Rep. District 46 Position 2
- Lelach Rave State Rep. District 46 Position 2
October Meeting - Updates on Shelters near usOctober 6, 2022 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
See a writeup on our blog, or view a video of the presentation.
Noah Fay, of the Downtown Emergency Service Center, will update us on two new shelters near our community: one near 130th and Stone and one near 145th and Linden.
Noah Fay, of the Downtown Emergency Service Center, will update us on two new shelters near our community: one near 130th and Stone and one near 145th and Linden.
Trunk or Treat October 29, 2022 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
We had such fun last year, let's do it again! Join us for some festively decorated trunks, warm cider, popcorn, and treats! 🎃 If you’d like to help or bring your trunk, please contact us at hallerlakecc@gmail.com for details.
November Meeting - Community engagement, homelessness, and supported housing in and around Haller LakeNovember 3, 2022 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
A video of the meeting (missed first 15 minutes) is available here.
Speakers:
Speakers:
- Osbaldo Hernandez – City of Seattle, Department of Neighborhoods
- Tom Van Bronkhorst – City of Seattle, Parks Department
- Israel Rios – City of Seattle Office of the Mayor
- Dan Wise– Catholic Community Services
- Charles Schrag – King County Department of Social and Human Services
- Simon Foster – King County Department of Social and Human Services
- Peter Lynn – King County Regional Homelessness Authority
- Chris Klaeysen – City of Seattle, Human Services Department
December Meeting - New precinct, reforms, safety and Ingraham High shootingDecember 1, 2022 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
View a video of (most of) the meeting here.
Speakers: Captain Kevin Grossman – Seattle Police Department, North Precinct
Speakers: Captain Kevin Grossman – Seattle Police Department, North Precinct
Holiday Cookies & CocoaDecember 11, 2022 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
2021 Meetings + Events
2021 Meetings + Events
February Meeting - Getting to Our New Light Rail StationFebruary 4, 2021 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
The video is available here, and a short summary here.Chris Saleeba, Senior Transportation Planner for the City of Seattle, will present the results of the "130th & 145th Multimodal Access Study," i.e. how the city plans to help us get to and from the new light rail stations along I-5 at 130th and 145th.
March Meeting - Mental Health and CovidMarch 4, 2021 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Speaker: Marie Cockerham MN, RN, CCRNCARE4U Staff Support Specialist, UW Medical Center
Zoom Meeting Puetz Driving Range DevelopmentMarch 15, 2021 5:00 PM
Pulte Homes hosts an early guidance meeting where they will share their preferred design and take questions/comments from the community on their proposed development of Puetz Driving Range. They are proposing 2 four-story apartment buildings and 24 three-story townhouse buildings with a total of 226 units and parking for 287 vehicles.
April Meeting - Sex Work on AuroraApril 1, 2021 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
The video is available here, and a short summary here.
Topic: Speakers:
• Sparrow Etter Carlson, Director of Programs & Co-founder for Aurora Commons
• Savannah Sly, sex worker rights advocate, The Society of Erotic Professionals In Action WA (SEPIAWA)
• Lisa Taylor-Lopez, trafficking survivor of Seattle, Los Angeles and D.C., human rights advocate, and Public Policy Consultant specializing in sex trade policy, SEPIAWA
Topic: Speakers:
• Sparrow Etter Carlson, Director of Programs & Co-founder for Aurora Commons
• Savannah Sly, sex worker rights advocate, The Society of Erotic Professionals In Action WA (SEPIAWA)
• Lisa Taylor-Lopez, trafficking survivor of Seattle, Los Angeles and D.C., human rights advocate, and Public Policy Consultant specializing in sex trade policy, SEPIAWA
Egg Hunt DeliveryApril 3, 2021
A surprise goodie bag of plastic stuffed eggs will be delivered on Saturday, April 3rd to those who signed up. Registration is now closed. We will confirm your delivery by March 30th, delivery April 3rd. This FREE event is brought to you by Haller Lake Community Club.
Bloodworks Northwest Pop-Up Blood DriveApril 25th and April 26th, 2021
Bloodworks Northwest will be hosting a Pop-Up Blood Drive event at HLCC. Swing by and donate blood to support our local blood supply! Donations will be done by appointment only. Drop-ins will not be allowed. Sign up here: https://dslnk.co/HLCC
Note the following:
Note the following:
- Donors need to need to bring a Photo I.D. (e.g. driver’s license, passport, school I.D., etc.
- People under age 16 are permitted onsite.
- Donor Centers and Pop-Ups are being conducted in accordance with the FDA & CDC guidelines.
- Donors are asked to wear a mask during their donation.
- There is no wait to donate if you receive the Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson/Janssen, Novovax or AstraZeneca COVID vaccine. For more information, visit bloodworksnw.org/coronavirus.
May Meeting - COVID 19 Vaccine Access In Low and Middle-Income CountriesMay 6, 2021 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Watch the video here
Speaker: Dr. Deborah Atherly, Global Head of Policy, Access, and Introduction, PATH Center for Vaccine Innovation and Access
This will be a discussion on the current status of the global distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, particularly in lower-income countries, explaining the challenges and opportunities in truly reaching Global access. No one is safe until everyone is safe.
Speaker: Dr. Deborah Atherly, Global Head of Policy, Access, and Introduction, PATH Center for Vaccine Innovation and Access
This will be a discussion on the current status of the global distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, particularly in lower-income countries, explaining the challenges and opportunities in truly reaching Global access. No one is safe until everyone is safe.
June Meeting - 130th and 145th Draft Station Area PlanJune 3, 2021 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Watch video here
Speaker: Patrice Carroll, Strategic Advisor for the City of Seattle Office of Planning & Community Development
Description: In mid-March the City of Seattle released the 130th and 145th Draft Station Area Plan. Patrice Carroll from the Office of Planning and Community Development will present an overview of the plan, hear your thoughts about the plan, and discuss what community organizations like the Haller Lake Community Club can do to advance the plan.
Speaker: Patrice Carroll, Strategic Advisor for the City of Seattle Office of Planning & Community Development
Description: In mid-March the City of Seattle released the 130th and 145th Draft Station Area Plan. Patrice Carroll from the Office of Planning and Community Development will present an overview of the plan, hear your thoughts about the plan, and discuss what community organizations like the Haller Lake Community Club can do to advance the plan.
Candidates' NightSeptember 2, 2021 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Click here for a video of most of the event. Opening remarks and first question were missed.
Co-hosted with Broadview/Bitter Lake Community Council. We will have all the candidates for the mayor's race, the city attorney, and both city-wide city council races except Kenneth Wilson. This event is open to all, but we'll give priority to questions from and about North Seattle. Questions can be submitted in advance (by 5:00 PDT Sept. 1) to HallerLakeCC@gmail.com.
Co-hosted with Broadview/Bitter Lake Community Council. We will have all the candidates for the mayor's race, the city attorney, and both city-wide city council races except Kenneth Wilson. This event is open to all, but we'll give priority to questions from and about North Seattle. Questions can be submitted in advance (by 5:00 PDT Sept. 1) to HallerLakeCC@gmail.com.
Trunk or TreatOctober 30, 2021 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
October Meeting - Housing for the homeless coming to our areaOctober 19, 2021 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Recorded video: https://youtu.be/i-Dom3fETjo
Have you had questions about the housing projects going up in our neighborhoods? We've got you covered! Please join us for a virtual conversation about housing for the homeless in the Bitter Lake/ Haller Lake neighborhoods. Co-hosted with Broadview/Bitter Lake Community Council. Note the irregular time (3rd Tuesday instead of 1st Thursday).
Presenters: - Mark Ellerbrook, King County Department of Community and Human Service office of Dow Constatine - Noah Fey, Director of Housing Programs, DESC - Josh Castle, Director of Advocacy and Community Engagement, Low Income Housing Institute
Have you had questions about the housing projects going up in our neighborhoods? We've got you covered! Please join us for a virtual conversation about housing for the homeless in the Bitter Lake/ Haller Lake neighborhoods. Co-hosted with Broadview/Bitter Lake Community Council. Note the irregular time (3rd Tuesday instead of 1st Thursday).
Presenters: - Mark Ellerbrook, King County Department of Community and Human Service office of Dow Constatine - Noah Fey, Director of Housing Programs, DESC - Josh Castle, Director of Advocacy and Community Engagement, Low Income Housing Institute
November Meeting - Aurora ReimaginedNovember 4, 2021 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Watch video here
Tom Lang, Lee Bruch, and Ryan DiRaimo will go over the who, what, and why of the Coalition, what we’ve done to date, and then dive into details around certain parts of the neighborhood - the N 130th Street / Aurora area, the new Costco and Amazon locations, and the Ashworth Greenway. Open to all.
Tom Lang, Lee Bruch, and Ryan DiRaimo will go over the who, what, and why of the Coalition, what we’ve done to date, and then dive into details around certain parts of the neighborhood - the N 130th Street / Aurora area, the new Costco and Amazon locations, and the Ashworth Greenway. Open to all.
Holiday Drive-ThruDecember 18, 2021 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for a Drive-Thru Holiday Event. King County COVID-19 guidance will be followed. Enjoy outdoor holiday lights and individually wrapped candy canes from the comfort of your vehicle, compliments of your Community Club! Letters to Santa are welcome. The event is free, however we are accepting donations for North Helpline food bank and New socks, gloves, scarves, and beanies for Northgate Elementary School Students.
2020 Meetings + Events
2020 Meetings + Events
October Meeting - Third Door CoalitionOctober 1, 2020 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The video is available here, and a short summary here.
A civic alliance working to solve chronic homelessnessWebsite: Third Door Coalition
Speakers:
A civic alliance working to solve chronic homelessnessWebsite: Third Door Coalition
Speakers:
- Chad Mackay of Fire & Vine Hospitality, Third Door Coalition co-founder and co-chair
- Del Lausa of DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) runs the permanent supportive housing for the two DESC sites on Aurora Ave N.
- Other members of the Third Door Coalition board of directors
Virtual Pumpkin Carving ContestOctober 21 - 31, 2020
Show us your wonderful pumpkin creations!Post a photo to our Facebook page or email one to Hallerlakecc@gmail.com.We’ll have a special treat for the pumpkin our board votes the best carved/decorated.
Harvest PartyOctober 31, 2020 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hello neighbors, we at HLCC miss you! Usually this time of year we are gearing up for our annual Harvest Party. Unfortunately, with COVID we cannot have one this year.
We are planning a drive through Trick or Treat! We will be giving out individually wrapped bags of candy while following socially distant recommendations. We will be wearing masks, face shields and gloves, and using clean trays between vehicles to distribute the candy bags on. Drive up, let us know how many people in the car and get a Halloween treat! There will be a separate area for grab-and-go walk-ups as well. Costumes are encouraged but not required. We'll also be collecting non-perishable food items for North Helpline.
We are planning a drive through Trick or Treat! We will be giving out individually wrapped bags of candy while following socially distant recommendations. We will be wearing masks, face shields and gloves, and using clean trays between vehicles to distribute the candy bags on. Drive up, let us know how many people in the car and get a Halloween treat! There will be a separate area for grab-and-go walk-ups as well. Costumes are encouraged but not required. We'll also be collecting non-perishable food items for North Helpline.
Holiday Drive-ThruDecember 12, 2020 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hello neighbors, we at HLCC miss you! Usually this time of year we are gearing up for our annual Holiday Party. Unfortunately, we cannot gather this year due to COVID-19.
We are planning a drive through Holiday Event! We will be giving out individually wrapped candy canes and collecting letters for Santa while following King County COVID-19 guidance. Please wear a mask. You'll find our volunteers also in masks, face shields, and gloves.
Follow the signs to our drive-thru station, let us know how many people are in the vehicle and we'll load up a tray with your candy canes! Don't forget to pass us your note to Mr. Claus, as well as any donations you may have.While the event is free, the following donations will be accepted:
Haller Lake Community Club is sponsoring numerous Northgate Elementary School students and families to provide holiday presents. This year we are collecting gift cards for safe and easy gifting. Gift card ideas include pre-loaded visa or mastercards, and nearby open retailers at Northgate Mall or Northgate North (Target, Best Buy etc.), as well as local grocery stores including Safeway, Sprout or QFC. Many stores offer curbside pick-up options, and some gift cards can even be purchased online and printed at home, or delivered through amazon.com.
We will also be accepting nutritious shelf stable food donations for our local food bank, North Helpline. Ideas include; canned fruits/vegetables/soups/meats, coffee, rice, beans, nut butters, pastas, cereals, snack bars, and pet food. Haller Lake Community Club volunteers will deliver the food to the shelter the following week.We hope to see you there!
We are planning a drive through Holiday Event! We will be giving out individually wrapped candy canes and collecting letters for Santa while following King County COVID-19 guidance. Please wear a mask. You'll find our volunteers also in masks, face shields, and gloves.
Follow the signs to our drive-thru station, let us know how many people are in the vehicle and we'll load up a tray with your candy canes! Don't forget to pass us your note to Mr. Claus, as well as any donations you may have.While the event is free, the following donations will be accepted:
Haller Lake Community Club is sponsoring numerous Northgate Elementary School students and families to provide holiday presents. This year we are collecting gift cards for safe and easy gifting. Gift card ideas include pre-loaded visa or mastercards, and nearby open retailers at Northgate Mall or Northgate North (Target, Best Buy etc.), as well as local grocery stores including Safeway, Sprout or QFC. Many stores offer curbside pick-up options, and some gift cards can even be purchased online and printed at home, or delivered through amazon.com.
We will also be accepting nutritious shelf stable food donations for our local food bank, North Helpline. Ideas include; canned fruits/vegetables/soups/meats, coffee, rice, beans, nut butters, pastas, cereals, snack bars, and pet food. Haller Lake Community Club volunteers will deliver the food to the shelter the following week.We hope to see you there!
Lego Truck & GiveawayDecember 20, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays with LEGO® by checking out the LEGO Truck that will be parked at the HLCC parking lot! Kids* and adults are invited to stop by the truck where you will select a minibuild for yourself, and get one to share. If you bring the completed minibuild into your local store during the month of December you will receive another free gift there as well (while supplies last)!
Also, during the holidays, for every build you share using #BuildtoGive, LEGO® will donate a LEGO set to a child in need of play. Help LEGO® bring joy to one million kids around the world this holiday season! LEGO® wants to ensure your safety during this current time, so the experience at the truck is completely contact free and complies with all current COVID-19 safety guidelines. You simply follow the social distancing guides on the ground to select your minibuild, take photos and get a sneak peek at items coming soon by scanning the QR code! *Please have children under 12 be accompanied by an adult.
Also, during the holidays, for every build you share using #BuildtoGive, LEGO® will donate a LEGO set to a child in need of play. Help LEGO® bring joy to one million kids around the world this holiday season! LEGO® wants to ensure your safety during this current time, so the experience at the truck is completely contact free and complies with all current COVID-19 safety guidelines. You simply follow the social distancing guides on the ground to select your minibuild, take photos and get a sneak peek at items coming soon by scanning the QR code! *Please have children under 12 be accompanied by an adult.
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