‘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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Here’s more info:

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 only way the Tukwila Pool will remain open past September 14, 2011 is if the citizens vote for the creation of the Metropolitan Pool District (MPD) and the associated tax to fund it.

We are looking for a substantial commitment by a large number of people to do what it takes to get the word out to the voters. Things that will need to be done include leadership, organizing work parties, fundraisers, door belling, phone calling, sign making, printing, community outreach and probably a lot more. If you are sincerely committed to Saving the Tukwila Pool please email: savetukwilapool@gmail.com Include your name, contact info, how many hours and / or $ you are willing to commit and how you can help.

For interested parties who do not have access to email (not sure how you are reading this, but OK), you may phone 206-241-6064 and leave your information on voice mail.

- Ellen

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.

Breeders Theater will be holding a special performance of ‘Casting Call’ on Wednesday, Jan. 26th, as a fundraiser for the Highline Community College Foundation’s Breeders Theater Performing Arts Scholarship.

This special performance of this new play, written by Highline Professor Dr. T.M. Sell, will benefit the Highline Community College Foundation’s Breeders Theater Performing Arts Scholarship, an organization dedicated to raising funds that help provide quality education at Highline.

“Casting Call” centers around three actors vying for what could be the role of a lifetime. While performing a death scene in a play, one of them appears to actually die. Was it an accident, suicide or murder?

Tickets, which cost $20 each, also include tasting of four wines from the E.B. Foote Winery. Bottles of E.B. Foote’s wines will also be available to purchase.

Tickets are available from the HCC Foundation and at E.B. Foote Winery and Corky Cellars, 22511 Marine View Dr. S. in Des Moines.

WHAT: Special performance of the new play “Casting Call”

WHEN: Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011; doors open at 6:30pm; show starts at 7pm.

WHERE: E.B. Foote Winery, located at 127 S.W. 153rd St., Suite B in Burien.

COST: $20 per ticket; available from the HCC Foundation and at E.B. Foote Winery and Corky Cellars, 22511 Marine View Dr. S. in Des Moines.

For more information:

• www.funds4highline.org
• www.breederstheater.com

David Hawthorne, Treasurer Burien/Whitecenter Rotary, presents a check for $10,000 to Claudia Tanis, Executive Director of the Highline YMCA

The Rotary Clubs of SeaTac, Burien/White Center and Southcenter presented a $10,000 check to the YMCA last Thursday at a joint meeting of the three clubs held at Cedarbrook Lodge in SeaTac.

Several years ago, these three clubs pledged $50,000 to the capitol campaign of the new Matt Griffin YMCA at 3595 S. 188th St in SeaTac. The funds to to be paid over five years. There was a matching $50,000 pledge from the Kresge Foundation.

The Rotary funds were raised with the Second Annual Rotary Golf Tournament sponsored by Cox Financial in Burien. This year’s tournament was held at Washington National Golf Course in Auburn. About 70 golfers attended.

Next year’s Third Annual Rotary Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday August 11 according the Southcenter rotarian Brian Frederick.

Police officers will volunteer as Servers from 5pm – 9pm, and visitors are encouraged to tip them. And you can bet that longtime local fundraising legend Ted Rutt will be there, along with Tukwila’s finest.

All money raised goes to Special Olympics.

Sleep Country USA’s annual “Pajama Bowl” is coming to Acme Bowl in Tukwila on Sunday, April 18th. This event is a fundraiser that helps over 26,000 foster children in the northwest.

100% of all donations will help local foster kids by going directly to one of 16 foster care organization designated by participants.

Last year’s event raised over $77,000 in both Washington and Oregon, and benefited more than 26,000 foster children.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Sleep Country USA’s 5th Annual Pajama Bowl.

WHEN: Sunday, April 18th, 2010, with bowling at either 11:00a.m. or 2:00p.m.

WHERE: Acme Bowl and Billiards at 100 Andover Park West, Tukwila; as well as Tech City Bowl at 13033 NE 70th Place in Kirkland.

REGISTER: Gather five of your best friends, co-workers or family members and register for this year’s event at your local Sleep Country USA store or online at http://www.pajamabowl.com.

Each team will need to raise or donate a minimum of $250 to participate (that’s only $50 per person).

And of course: “Pajama Bowl teams are encouraged to wear their favorite pair of family-friendly pajamas during the event—matching pajamas are even better!”

All of the entry fees will be donated directly to the 16 Pacific Northwest foster children’s charities that Sleep Country USA supports.

INFO: From their website:

Bowling + Pajamas = a fun way to give back to your community!

This annual event is Sleep Country USA’s largest fundraiser, and brought in over $77,000 last year for Washington and Oregon’s more than 26,000 foster children.

The Pajama Bowl will be taking place on April 18th at lanes in Tukwila and Kirkland, giving Seattle-area bowlers the opportunity to pick the venue that’s most convenient.

Pajama Bowl teams are encouraged to wear their favorite pair of family-friendly pajamas during the event—matching pajamas are even better! Each team will receive a score at the end of the event based upon their combined bowling average, amount donated, plus any additional points awarded for pajamas and raffles. The team with the most points at the end of the event will take home the grand prize of a brand new queen-size Simmons® Beautyrest® mattress set, also known as the “Bowling Ball” mattress, for each member of the winning team. Runner-up prizes will be award for second and third place. And, even if you don’t place, you’ll have a chance to win fun prizes throughout the event including music cds, dvds, event tickets and more.

100% of all donations will help local foster kids by going directly to the foster care organization you designate. There are over 18,000 foster kids in Washington State that share common challenges few of us can imagine. Sleep Country USA has developed the Sleep Country Foster Kids Program to assist local foster care organizations in providing essential childhood items. These non-profits organizations offer important services and the little extras that help give foster children a more stable and happier childhood.

Not everyone can be a foster parent, but anyone can help a foster child. ®

Sleep Country USA developed its foster kids program in 2005 to help meet the essential needs of the 26,000 foster children in the Northwest. Sleep Country also wanted to create a fundraising event that local families could participate in and would help our foster child non-profits provide the little extras like re-uniting with a sibling at camp, the opportunity to participate in team sports, or even learn a musical instrument. In 2006 we launched the first Sleep Country Foster Kids Pajama Bowl with one location in Washington drawing more than 300 participants and raising over $40,000. Now completing our 4th year we have grown to 2 locations in Washington and 2 location in Oregon, and to date have raised more than a quarter million dollars for local foster children. We truly appreciate the continued support from all our bowlers and sponsors. Stay tuned for 2010 event details.

The Ticket to Dream Foundation™is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and operates as Sleep Country Foster Kids. The Ticket to Dream Foundation provides a combination of in-kind and monetary contributions to non-profit organizations whose charitable purpose is to support worthy charitable causes and charities, with particular emphasis on charities related to children in need.

For the 26,000 foster children in the Northwest, each day presents new challenges. Many are frequently relocated to new homes and must repeatedly struggle to catch up in a new school. With support from non-profit foster child organizations and local communities, these children can regain a sense of hope, and you can help!

For more information, visit the Pajama Bowl website here.

The Tukwila Rotary Club is holding “Strike Out Hunger,” a bowling party fundraiser for the Tukwila Food Pantry on Saturday, March 27th from 9am – Noon at ACME Bowl.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Tukwila Rotary’s “Strike Out Hunger” bowling fundraiser for the Tukwila Food Pantry

WHEN: Saturday, March 27th from 9am – Noon

WHERE: ACME Bowl, located at

INFO: From a poster:

Join us at ACME Bowl in Tukwila for a great event that supports the Tukwila Food Pantry!

Saturday, March 27th from 9:00 am — 12 noon.

Bowler check-in at 8:45am.

Entry fee: Minimum of $200 per team (4 bowlers) Entry deadline: March 22nd or until full. Don’t wait…register today!

For event information, bowler registration and sponsorship opportunities visit our website www.TukwilaRotary.org.

If you have questions, or need further assistance, please contact the Tukwila Rotary at 206-674-4673 or send an e-mail to StrikeOutHunger@TukwilaRotary.org.

A special “Tip-A-Cop” fundraiser is being held by the Tukwila Police Department this Friday night, Dec. 4th to help raise money for the families of the Lakewood Police Officers killed last Sunday (Nov. 29th).

The fundraiser will be at the Claim Jumper Restaurant (located at 5901 S. 180th Street in Tukwila), beginning at 4pm, and all donations collected between 4-11pm will go to a trust established for the families of fallen Lakewood Police Officers Mark Renninger, Tina Griswold, Greg Richards and Ronnie Owens, who were all shot and killed at a coffee shop in Lakewood this past Sunday.

As we reported on Nov. 29th, Officer Renninger served eight years on the Tukwila Police Department, and was most recently a member of the Lakewood P.D. and S.W.A.T. team. He is survived by his wife and three children.

Officer Mark Renninger

“Tip-A-Cop” is a great, fun fundraiser, where, for a small donation, you can pay to have a friend or family member “arrested” and taken out of the restaurant by uniformed cops. It’s all in fun, for a great cause, and from our own previous experience it provides a lot of laughs as well as a great way to meet and learn about local law enforcement.

Other participants will include Valley SWAT, Tukwila Fire Department and Les Schwab.