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‘Angle of Attack, An Aerodynamic Kinship Between Exotic Automobiles & Aircraft,’ is coming to the Museum of Flight this Saturday, May 14th, from Noon – 3pm.

“An assortment of exotic automobiles will be on hand from noon until 3:00 in the Museum’s parking lot,” reads a press release. “The exhibition is free to the public; admission to the Museum of Flight is separate from this event. This event will not only showcase these incredible automobiles but it will also benefit area animal shelters and rescue groups. Representatives from Homeward Pet Rescue, Shelter, and Adoption and Animal Aid & Rescue Foundation will be on hand to give out information on their services and accept donations.”

The regional exotic car community will be displaying a large variety of exotic and rare automobiles at this event, including:

• Lamborghinis
• Ferraris
• Porsche
• Teslas
• Lotus
• Aston Martin
• Audi R8
• BMW M Series
• and more….plus the world’s fastest production supercar…the Ultimate Aero will be on display.

Here’s a promotional video:

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There has always been a kinship between the aerodynamic designs of fast aircraft and fast automobiles. These characteristics often grow from one industry to the other. Exotic machines of the ground and sky also share a common beauty of design as well.

On the afternoon of May 14, 2011 these shared qualities will be on display at the Museum of Flight at Boeing Field.

The Event…
This event will demonstrate the aerodynamic similarities between exotic cars and aircraft. Because of the uniqueness of the automobiles displayed, the event should draw a substantial attendance.

The Cause…
Too often dogs and cats are abandoned by their owners. Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work tirelessly to find hope and homes for these creatures. Many are volunteers who are working out of the kindness of their hearts. Representatives from Homeward Pet Rescue, Shelter, and Adoption and Animal Aid & Rescue Foundationcwill be on site to give out information and to accept donations.

Aviation High School (AHS) is the only college preparatory aviation- themed high school in the North- west. It is our goal to become the premier school of choice for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in the Pacific Northwest.

Although Highline Public Schools is the home of this unique learning community, students throughout the Puget Sound region may apply. This year about 65 percent were local students and the rest com- muted from surrounding districts, some as far away as Tacoma, Everett, and Bremerton. Many as- pire to become scientists, engi- neers, astronauts, pilots, aviation technicians, and CEOs in aviation/ aerospace fields. Many are drawn by the school’s focus on math, sci- ence and technology.

Mission
To prepare all students for college, career and citizenship through a personalized, rigorous and relevant learning experience that is facili- tated in the context of aviation and aerospace.

Senior Project Rationale
…to provide students an opportunity to test themselves—to see for themselves as well as to demonstrate and communicate to others that they can apply their knowl- edge and skills in important and practical situations to solve problems and achieve goals.

What makes an exotic car?
First , an “Exotic” is not generally in the same category as “mainstream” automobiles like Kia, Honda, or GM, etc. An exotic car is not a hot rod, typically seen at most car shows. Some brands which are labeled exotics are (but not limited to) Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Aston Martin, Bentley, Tesla, BMW M-Series, Audi R8, and Lotus. This group can also include rare brands such as Alfa Romeo. The far majority of exotic cars are European, however there some American and Japanese cars that fit the description as well. These automobiles are all “drivable art”.

About Me…..
“My name is Alex Bergler and I am in my senior year at Aviation High School. For my senior project I have planned an event that will combine three of my passions, aircraft, exotic cars, and animals. Since I was just a toddler I have always loved aircraft. Most of my childhood memories are filled with attending air shows and spending a lot of time at the Museum of Flight, I joke that the Museum became my second home. My plans and dreams have always involved flight. As I started high school I began to seriously pursue my dreams of flight by starting flight lessons at Boeing Field. As I studied aerodynamics and design I soon became enamored with another great pas- sion and beauty , exotic automobiles. Now the passing sound of a Ferrari evokes the same excitement and awe as that of a F/A-18 takeoff. From my earliest memories ani- mals have always been an important part of my life. My family and I have always been very animal friendly. So when I was selecting an endeavor to pursue for a senior pro- ject it really made sense to combine my passions into something which will positively contribute to my community .”

The Highline Medical Center Foundation will host its 3rd annual Hats On for Highline (we’re Media Sponsors), a Kentucky Derby Day fundraiser at Emerald Downs race track on Saturday, May 7th, and they’re seeking Corporate Sponsors.

This is a fundraiser for the HMC Foundation, a nonprofit that raises money for patient care services, medical equipment, community outreach and continuing staff education at Highline Medical Center. Funds raised benefit programs, patients, and services throughout South King County.

So get your hats on and get ready to enjoy live horse racing, a silent auction, scrumptious buffet and a fun event hosted by TheTukwila Blog’s own Scott Schaefer. Many guests will be wearing beautiful hats ready to participate in the popular and very competitive hat contest. Some may even have silly hats (like Scott…). All of this takes place trackside in a VIP tent with a great view of the horses.

The Foundation is thankful to all its sponsors for helping support this event, especially this year’s presenting sponsor – Merchants Credit Association (MCA). Hats on for Highline was launched in 2009 to raise awareness of Highline’s Cancer Center.

“We are honored to play such a vital role in supporting Highline’s healthcare in the community,” says MCA’s President Dave Quigley. Philanthropic support plays an increasingly important role in the hospital’s ability to ensure its continued excellence in patient-centered care in our community.

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP INFO
For more information on Sponsoring this great local fundraising event, click here (PDF file) to download a one-sheet with details on the different levels. If you’re ready to jump right in and become a Sponsor, please contact Nikki Huang at 206-901-8508 or email nhuang@highlinemedical.org.

Tickets are $60 per person and advance reservations are required. Reservation deadline is April 25th so don’t wait! For more information and tickets, contact the Foundation at 206-901-8500 or visit www.highlinemedicalcenter.org/support-highline. Since Highline Medical Center does not receive any tax dollars, event proceeds will benefit Highline’s Cancer Center and other patient care programs.

Highline Medical Center Foundation is a nonprofit organization that raises money for patient care services, medical equipment, community outreach and continuing staff education at Highline Medical Center. Funds raised benefit programs, patients, and services throughout South King County.

Here are the event details – be sure to mark your Calendars:

WHAT: Highline Medical Center Foundation’s “Hats on for Highline” fundraiser.

WHERE: Emerald Downs Race Track, located in Auburn.

WHEN: Saturday, May 7, 2 011 12 noon (Kentucky Derby Day!).

COST: Individual Tickets are $60 each; this includes admission to Emerald Downs, seating in a private viP trackside tent, lunch, parking, program, racing form and tip sheet.

A Table for Eight is $600, which includes all of the above for eight guests as well as name/signage recognition.

INFO: For more information on the Highline Medical Center, click here. And be sure to “Like” them on Facebook here.

CONTACT: To become a Sponsor, please contact Nikki Huang at 206-901-8508 or email nhuang@highlinemedical.org.

EVENT DAY ACTIVITIES:

• 11:30am: Gates open
• 12:30pm: Buffet lunch begins
• 1pm: Live horse racing begins
• 1:30pm: Silent auction ends
• 2:30pm Hat contest winners announced

HAT CONTEST CATEGORIES:

• Most Creative
• Most Vintage
• Best Ensemble (hat and outfit)
• Best Use of Roses

BUFFET MENU:

• Red Beans and Rice
• Emerald Salad with Assorted Dressings
• Spinach Salad w/ Toasted Pecans & Strawberries in Brown Sugar Vinaigrette
• Cheese and Crudite Tray w/ Crackers and Breadsticks
• Andouille Mashed Potatoes
• Buttered Vegetable Medley
• Black Eyed Peas and Pasta Salad
• Carved Sirloin of Beef w/ Henry Bain Sauce and Horseradish
• Cream Chilled Shrimp w/ Bourbon Cocktail Sauce
• Molasses Pecan Crusted Salmon
• Blackened Chicken in a Cajun Cream Sauce
• Seasonal Fruit Fruit and Berry Short Cake Bar
• Double Chocolate Brownies
• Pecan and Sweet Potato Pie

The league was formed four years ago by Kristy Dunn from Burien Parks & Recreation and Sheri McConnaughey from Tukwila Parks & Recreation. The goal was to bring the cities together and capitalize on the popularity of Wii bowling to give local seniors an opportunity to socialize while being active.

The sixteen teams included:

Division A

• Senior Stars (Auburn)
• Wii Be Bowling (Bonney Lake)
• Wii Kickin’ (Kent)
• Wii Ones (Kent)
• SeaTac Flyers (SeaTac)
• Wii Express (Burien)

Division B

• Wii Sparklers (Des Moines)
• Seniors on Strike (Bonney Lake)
• Alley Cats (Enumclaw)
• Sweet Rolls (Enumclaw)
• The Rowdy Bunch (Burien)
• Pin Droppers (Maple Valley)
• Senior Strikers (Auburn)
• Hit or Miss (Bonney Lake)
• Gutter Gals (Tukwila)
• Split Happens (Tukwila)

In division A, the SeaTac Flyers took first place with Kent Wii Kickin coming in second. The division B champions are Des Moines Wii Sparklers with the Maple Valley Pin Droppers as runners up.

Throughout the course of the tournament seven perfect games were bowled: Shia Godwin – Auburn, Curt Torfin – Auburn, Fred Geraldsen – SeaTac, Mila Pastor – SeaTac, Will Dyrness – SeaTac (two times!), Mike Ruppercht – Kent.

The City of Tukwila will be hosting its 11th annual Backyard Wildlife Festival on Saturday, May 14th, featuring garden tours, arts and crafts and guest speakers including local gardener and host of KING5’s “Gardening with Ciscoe,” Ciscoe Morris.

The festival, which will be held at Tukwila Community Center (located at 12424 42nd Ave South) is FREE to attend.

Here are the details:

WHAT: The City of Tukwila and the Tukwila Community Center present the 11th Annual Backyard Wildlife Festival

WHEN: Saturday, May 14, 2011; 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

WHERE: Tukwila Community Center, located at 12424 42nd Ave South; Tukwila, WA 98168.

INFO: From a press release:

The City of Tukwila announces the 11th Annual Backyard Wildlife Festival taking place on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at the Tukwila Community Center.  Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about native wildlife and how to create an environmentally-friendly backyard habitat and enjoy fun activities throughout the day. Festival highlights include: Hummingbird Madness Talk with Ciscoe Morris, Guided Bird Tour along the Duwamish River, Certified Backyard Habitat Garden Tour, Arts & Crafts Marketplace, Pancake Breakfast, and more.

Popular highlights of the festival include the Guided Bird Tour along the Duwamish River and the Certified Backyard Habitat Garden Tour.  The bird tour is led by a Rainier Audubon expert and meanders along the banks of the Duwamish River – where bird sightings are numerous.  The garden tour takes you on an adventure through backyards and gardens in the area, including Tukwila and SeaTac, which have been certified as backyard habitats by the National Wildlife Federation.

A complete schedule of activities, speakers and tours is as follows:

• All Day – Art & Crafts Marketplace, Educational Booths, Native Plant Sale by Tadpole Haven Native Plants, Recycled Art Show and Tukwila Days Fine Art Show
• 8:30 a.m. – Pancake Breakfast provided by Tukwila Sister Cities Committee
• 9 a.m. – “Managing Invasive Plants and Using Native Plants to Benefit Wildlife” with Sandra Whiting, Urban Environmentalist, City of Tukwila
• 10 a.m. – “Creating a Wildlife Friendly Garden and Yard” with Courtney Sullivan, Education Manager, National Wildlife Federation PW Region
• 10 a.m. – Guided Bird Tour along the Duwamish River with Carol Shulz, Rainier Audubon Society
• 11 a.m. – “Bats of the World and the Pacific Northwest:  How You Can Help” with Michelle Noe, President, Bats Northwest
• 12 p.m. – “Easy Steps for Attracting Pollinators to Your Garden” with Colleen Miko, Landscape Artist and Garden Designer
• 1:30 p.m.  – “Hummingbird Madness:  How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Yard and Garden” with Ciscoe Morris, Master Gardener, Certified Arborist and Teacher at the University of Washington’s Center for Urban Horticulture
• 3-6 p.m. – Certified Backyard Habitat Garden Tour

For additional information on the Backyard Wildlife Festival, please visit www.backyardwildlifefair.org. Stay close to the action by booking a nearby Backyard Wildlife Hotel and receive a complimentary bag filled with goodies.

Some local hotels that are offering special deals include:

• Courtyard by Marriott Southcenter:  Rates start at $99 and include complimentary parking and access to the indoor pool.  For reservations call 800-321-2211.
• Doubletree Guest Suites:  Rates start at $119 and include complimentary parking, indoor pool.  For reservations call 888-235-4411.
• Embassy Suites by Hilton:  Rates start at $119 and include complimentary Manager’s Reception, full cooked to order breakfast and access to the indoor pool.  For reservations call 800-362-2779.
• Homewood Suites:  Rates start at $129 and include complimentary continental breakfast, parking and access to the outdoor pool.  For reservations call (800) CALL-HOME.

Each of these hotels offer complimentary courtesy shuttle service to and from the Festival based on availability.  Rates are subject to availability, payable in US Funds and do not include applicable taxes.

Volunteers are needed to help restore the Duwamish Hill Preserve in Tukwila from 10am – 1pm this Saturday, Feb. 19th.

Event activities will include invasive weed removal and other restoration projects, and volunteers are asked to remember to dress for the weather:

• Boots or comfortable athletic shoes
• Work clothes
• Rain gear and appropriate layers.
• Bring refillable water bottle
• Snacks, drinks, tools and gloves will be provided

Here are the details:

WHAT: Help restore Duwamish Hill Preserve in Tukwila.

WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 19th from 10am to 1pm.

WHERE: Meet at the parking lot at the base of the preserve at 10am. The address of the preserve and parking lot is 3800 S 115th St Tukwila, WA 98168.

INFO:

Join volunteers to help restore this culturally significant park preserve.  Event activities include invasive weed removal and other restoration projects.

Upcoming Events: Volunteer events are held on this property the 3rd Saturday of every month.

About the Property:
In 2001, Cascade Land Conservancy, the City of Tukwila, and a local citizen group formed a partnership to work for the preservation of an undeveloped parcel of land on the Duwamish River.  The property will be managed as a public open space preserve devoted to the interpretation of the site’s Native American cultural significance and other aspects of Duwamish River Valley natural and cultural history.  The Hill is culturally significant for its association with southern Puget Sound Salish oral tradition and history, as a key location in the stories collectively known as the “Epic of the Winds.”

Please come out and contribute to this effort!

What to bring:
Please remember to dress for the weather.  Suggested Dress: Boots or comfortable athletic shoes, work clothes, rain gear and appropriate layers.  Volunteers should bring a refillable water bottle.  Snacks, drinks, tools and gloves will be provided.

Where: We will meet at the parking lot at the base of the preserve at 10am. The address of the preserve and parking lot is 3800 S 115th St Tukwila, WA 98168

For additional information contact, volunteer@cascadeland.org.

If you are under 18 and attending the event without a parent or guardian please come to the event with the waiver below signed by a parent or guardian.

Click here to download the CLC Youth Volunteer Waiver.

Click here to register for this event…

There will be an Open House for a new community garden in Tukwila this Friday, Feb. 4th, from 6pm – 8pm, at St. Thomas Parish, located at 4415 S. 140th Street in tukwila.

The open house will be in the Social Hall, and the garden will be available for growing beginning in April.

If you’re a gardener without a space to grow your crops, this will be your opportunity to learn about the new Tukwila community garden and sign up for a plot. Cascade Land Conservancy (CLC), the International Rescue Committee (IRC), and St Thomas Parish invite you to an open house on Friday, February 4th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

The open house is the presentation of eight months of planning work by Tukwila residents and project partners. The community garden is the first community organizing project in Tukwila by CLC’s Community Stewards program, in partnership with the IRC, the parish, and community members.

“This project brings together an amazing group of people from Tukwila – neighbors, students and teachers, refugees and farmers – to grow healthy food and build a great community,” said Skye Schell, project manager at Cascade Land Conservancy.

The community garden leadership team has planned approximately 70 plots for individuals or families (10’x10’), as well as communal growing space for large crops like corn, plots for the St Thomas food bank, and educational plots for students at Foster High School. Communities of refugees from Burma and Bhutan have been involved throughout the design process and will be gardening as well.

“We are excited about the community garden. Not only will it be an opportunity to enrich the beauty of our neighborhood and provide access to healthy food,” said St Thomas Pastoral Associate Donna Ferraro. “It will also be an outreach to the refugee community in our area to provide a space where individuals and families can grow food in an effort to be self-sustaining, and a source of fresh produce for our parish food bank.”

The open house will start with a potluck meal and music at 6:00 p.m. At 6:30, the garden design will be unveiled as well as an explanation of how people can sign up for individual plots or volunteer to grow for the food bank.

“This garden will offer access to healthy food, help support the St Thomas food bank, create educational opportunities for students and provide local refugees with a place to meet their neighbors and strengthen community ties. The IRC is thrilled to be involved with a project that holds so much promise,” said Evan Perry, IRC staff and community garden secretary.

If possible, please bring food for a potluck meal and musical instruments. The group is also seeking volunteers to help with fundraising and construction.

St. Thomas Parish is located at 4415 S. 140th St, Tukwila WA. The open house will be in the Social Hall.

About Cascade Land Conservancy:
CLC fills a unique and important niche as the largest conservation and community building organization dedicated solely to this region. As a national leader, CLC is shaping a future that will flourish environmentally and economically. They partner with thousands of leaders and residents across the region to create healthy, livable and prosperous communities. For over 20 years, CLC has led efforts to conserve more than 172,000 acres of forests, farms, shorelines, parks and natural areas and restore critical landscapes.

Cascade Land Conservancy’s Community Stewards Program engages and empowers community members to making lasting change in their cities through community-developed projects.

About IRC:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) serves refugees and communities victimized by oppression or violent conflict worldwide. Founded in 1933, the IRC is committed to freedom, human dignity and self-reliance. This commitment is expressed in emergency relief, protection of human rights, post- conflict development, resettlement assistance, and advocacy. The IRC in Seattle provides the services and support needed to assist refugees, asylees and victims of human trafficking to rebuild their lives and become independent and involved members of the community.

The most beautiful thing I saw today.

The scene: a building along the west of a busy mall parkway in south Seattle Tukwila with a drive-through and plantings along the roadside. The headlights from westbound traffic in the right-hand turn lane across the street, are intercepted by this low, trimmed tree and then play across this wall as the cars turn to go northward.

The combination of elements is enchanting!

From what we understand, this scene is on the west side of Southcenter Blvd. at the intersection of Strander Blvd., on the side of the AT&T building facing the street, which once housed a See’s Candies:

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The second annual “No Pants! Light Rail Ride” is coming this Sunday, Jan. 9th, from 3pm – 6pm, sponsored by Emerald City Improv, which encourages link light rail riders to ‘drop trou’ and ride like nothing’s going on.

This public prank is open to everyone, and to participate, you simply just show up, pay your fare, get on board and take your pants off while riding Sound Transit’s Link Light Rail; just be sure to wear a non-revealing undergarment of some kind.

Most pantsless pranksters are gathering just before 3pm at Westlake Center in downtown Seattle, but we encourage our Readers to buck that trend by boarding either at the SeaTac or Tukwila stations sometime between 3pm – 6pm, and riding the other direction. We think this will allow for more surprising reactions from unsuspecting travelers, and after all, humorous reactions is what this entire prank is about.

We also encourage everyone to take photos and/or video (without being too obvious) and email them to us for posting after the event.

This is affiliated with the “No Pants Subway Ride,” which is a global event started by Improv Everywhere in New York in 2002.

We sent our crew out in 2010, and here’s a video we produced of the event (read our sister site B-Town Blog’s coverage of last year’s event here), starring the frequently-pantsless Bart Bryan along with numerous other whimsical locals:

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Here are other videos from last year:

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Here are the event details:

WHAT: Second annual No Pants! Link Light Rail Ride.

WHEN: Sunday, Jan. 9th from 3:00pm – 6:00pm.

WHERE: Most are meeting just before 3pm at Westlake Center in downtown Seattle, but that’s not a requirement; in fact, we discourage our Readers from starting there, as you will have to wait to board the trains, plus, you’ll be stuck with dozens, if not hundreds, of other “No Pants!” riders. If you board from the SeaTac or Tukwila stations, we think you’ll most certainly garner a stronger reaction from unsuspecting riders.

INFO: Created by Emerald City Improv, Luke Greenway.

From their website:

** Invite your friends!! **

Emerald City is proud to announce that we will again be having a No Pants! Light Rail Ride, as part of Improv Everywhere’s 10th annual No Pants Subway Ride. Cities around the globe participate. This year’s event will take place on Sunday, January 9th.

REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATION:

1. Willing to take pants off on light rail
2. Able to keep a straight face about it (or at least try really hard)
3. Wear non-offensive underwear
4. Pay your fare
5. Bring a small bag or backpack to put your pants in during the event.

WHERE TO MEET: MEET AT 4TH AVE AND PINE ST, across from Westlake Center, a little before 3pm.

After the event: right now we are planning to meet at Fox Sports Grill again this year to talk about all of our stories over a beer. It was a great time last year.

IMPORTANT NOTE: You may NOT wear any revealing or “skimpy” clothes. If deemed too revealing, we will ask that you put your pants back on. This includes thongs, jock straps, ass-less chaps, whitey-tighties that can be seen through etc. Please use common sense.

Check out last years media page here.

Last year’s facebook event may be found here.

Questions? Contact:

Kelsey Wildstone
Cell: 206-913-1140
Kelsey@EmeraldCityImprov.org

Luke Greenway
luke@emeraldcityimprov.org

Professional actress and Chautauqua scholar Joan Wolfberg will take audience members on Eleanor’s transformative journey from a shy, awkward childhood, to the White House, and later to the United Nations. Roosevelt emerged as one of the most influential civil rights advocates of the 20th century.

Wolfberg’s presentation includes discussions of evolving attitudes toward the equality of women, civil rights, human rights, politics and freedom. This program is suitable for middle school students and up. It is made possible with the sponsorship of Humanities Washington and its Inquiring Mind program.

The presentation takes place at SeaTac City Hall, 4800 S 188th Street, in SeaTac. Free admission and free parking. (Donations always welcome.)

Visit www.highlinehistory.org for more information about the Highline Historical Society.