Festival promises a weekend of thrills
August 11, 2010
Whether you take pride in your secret chili recipe, blueberry baking abilities, cherry pie-eating talents, or art and music absorption skills, the Festival at Mount Si starting Aug. 13 is sure to bring excitement.
Held at Si View Park, the festival incorporates the community center for an art show, the senior center for a pancake breakfast, and is the start and finish location for the Tour de Peaks bicycle ride, according to Minna Rudd, recreation coordinator for Si View Metro Parks.
“There is a lot of community activity planned around this festival,” she said.
Activities for the weekend begin at 6 p.m. Aug. 13, with rock ‘n’ roll bands on the main stage, folk music on the second stage, and vendors and arts for both children and adults.
Senior center offers programs to help with fitness and health
August 11, 2010
Mount Si Senior Center is offering a range of health services in the coming months for residents.
Many of the following services are free. The center’s address is 400 Main Ave., North Bend.
Wellness nurse
- The nurse provides assistance with diet and nutrition, blood pressure screening, exercise programs and health care monitoring.
- When: By appointment, from 9 a.m. – noon Thursdays. Drop-ins will be taken if there is an opening.
- Cost: Free
Judicial candidates are all well qualified
August 11, 2010
Though the congressional and legislative races on the Aug. 17 primary ballot have received the most attention, local voters must also decide important judicial contests. However, due to limitations on what judges can say during an election, it is often the hardest ballot decision for voters.
Perhaps the most important decision for Snoqualmie, North Bend and other Eastside residents is the contest for a new King County District Court judge. Voters will pick someone to fill a new position created to address increasing caseloads.
The court handles some civil matters, misdemeanor crimes and traffic infractions, plus local violations caught by the Washington State Patrol and other state agencies. Because of the broad range of cases that come before District Court, judges serve a vital role as spokespeople for the judicial system.
The ideal candidate should be experienced, articulate, quick-witted and, most importantly, fair. Fortunately, the candidates for the Position 7 seat — Donna Tucker, Ketu Shah and Larry Mitchell — exhibit these qualities in abundance.
Letters to the Editor
August 11, 2010
Dean Willard supports true job-creation measures
On Aug. 5, your editorial endorsed Glenn Anderson and Dean Willard for the Legislature. You claimed David Spring was too focused on restoring funding for our public schools and a single-issue candidate when jobs is the major issue. In fact, David is the only one of the three who has been a realist, working on and supporting the only legislative solution certain to create and save middle-class jobs.
Passage of Initiative 1098 will increase the small business tax credit from $420 to $4,800 annually, thereby eliminating the onerous state business and occupations tax for more than 80 percent of small businesses. The Washington Policy Center reports Washington’s small business failure rate is the second highest in the nation and attributes this mostly to high taxes unaffordable by businesses struggling for survival.
The initiative also dedicates proceeds to saving teachers’ jobs and reduces state property taxes for tax relief — all to be accomplished with a modest, very affordable income tax payable by couples on adjusted gross incomes over $400,000 and individuals over $200,000. Anderson and Willard have expressed opposition to 1098 while offering no realistically achievable solutions to the problems addressed in this legislation.
I urge everyone to visit all three of the candidates’ websites. Bearing in mind the projected $3 billion state deficit in the next biennium, read for yourselves the solutions proposed by the candidates for this office.
Spring is the only one of the three to propose a specific plan for creating jobs. A vote for either Anderson or Willard will actually be a vote for continuation of state education on a regressive road and no progress on economic restoration of our middle class.
David Olson
North Bend
Clubs
August 11, 2010
Mt. Si Artist Guild meeting, 9:15-11 a.m. third Saturday of each month at the Mt. Si Senior Center, 411 Main Ave. S., North Bend.
The North Bend Chess Club meets every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. All ages and skill levels are invited.
Sallal Grange meets the first Friday of each month for a potluck and open mic with our local musicians. The potluck starts at 6 p.m. with the music from 7 p.m. – midnight. Open to all and all ages, 12912 432nd Ave. S.E., North Bend. Visit www.sallalgrange.org.
Snoqualmie Valley Rotary Club meets at 7 a.m. every Thursday at the TPC Snoqualmie Ridge Golf Club Restaurant. All are welcome. Visit www.snoqualmievalleyrotary.org.
American Legion Post 79 and the American Legion Auxiliary meets at 6 p.m. the second Thursday at 38625 S.E. River St., Snoqualmie. Call Rich and Pam Collingwood at 425-888-1206.
Snoqualmie Valley Garden Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the second Thursday at the Mount Si Senior Center, North Bend. Call Linda at 425-453-8630.
Snoqualmie Fraternal Order of Eagles Women’s Auxiliary meets the first and third Tuesday at 7 p.m. The Men’s Aerie meets the first and third Wednesday at 7 p.m. Meetings are held at 108 Railroad Ave. Call 425-888-1129.
Events
August 11, 2010
All in a Day’s Work, through Aug. 13, Isadora’s Café, 8062 Railroad Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie. Exhibit of artist Bonnie Fritz’s work while working for the Peace Corps in Guatemala.
Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater presents “Wizard of Oz,” until Aug. 29, at 36800 S.E. David Powell Road, Fall City. Performances are at 3 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $18 for adults and $10 for seniors, students and children. Dinner cost is $18 for adults, $16 for students and seniors, and $8 for children 6-12. Children ages 5 or younger are free. To learn more, visit www.foresttheater.org or call 425-222-7044.
North Bend Farmers Market and Summer Concert Series, 4-8 p.m. Aug. 12, Si View Park, 400 S.E. Orchard Drive. See a performance by Down the Road at 5:30 p.m.
The Friends of the North Bend Library holds its annual book sale from Aug. 14-28 at 115 E. Fourth Street, North Bend. Most items cost between 25 cents and $1. Bags of books will sell for $1 each Aug. 28. The sale is open during regular library hours.
Auditions for Bless This House (Praise band for Snoqualmie United Methodist Church), 9-11 a.m. Aug. 14 and 12:30-2:30 p.m. Aug. 21, 38701 S.E. River St., Snoqualmie. Vocalists and musicians are needed. For information, contact Toddie Downs at toddiedowns@yahoo.com.
The 22nd annual Tour de Peaks is Aug. 15. Fantastic bike rides with spectacular views. Rides for all levels from a four-mile family ride to a 100K scenic loop. Start at North Bend Elementary School, 400 Third St., and finish at the Festival at Mount Si, 400 Orchard Drive, North Bend. For information, call 425-888-6362 or visit www.tourdepeaks.com.
Open mic, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 17, Twede’s Café, 137 W. North Bend Way, North Bend.
Open mic, 7-10 p.m. Aug. 18, Isadora’s Café, 8062 Railroad Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie. Hosted by Luke Taklo.
North Bend Farmers Market and Summer Concert Series, 4-8 p.m. Aug. 19, Si View Park, 400 S.E. Orchard Drive. See a performance by the Collin Mulvany Jazz Quartet at 5:30 p.m.
The 72nd annual Snoqualmie Railroad Days Festival, Aug. 20-22. Come enjoy the Valley’s oldest continual festival. Events on Aug. 21 include a fun run, pancake breakfast, the grand parade, wagon rides, train rides, music and more.
There will be a beer garden for adults. For information, visit www.trainmuseum.org.
AAA Driver Improvement Program, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Aug. 21 at Timber Ridge at Talus, 100 Timber Ridge Way N.W., Issaquah. Call 206-243-3564 to register for the $16 class. The course teaches traffic accident prevention. Successful course completion qualifies drivers 55 or older for automobile insurance premium discounts.
Open mic, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 24, Twede’s Café, 137 W. North Bend Way, North Bend.
Open mic, 7-10 p.m. Aug. 25, Isadora’s Café, 8062 Railroad Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie. Hosted by Luke Taklo.
North Bend Farmers Market and Summer Concert Series, 4-8 p.m. Aug. 26, Si View Park, 400 S.E. Orchard Drive. See a performance by Beyond the Fringe at 5:30 p.m. It is the final performance in this year’s series.
Volunteer opportunities
August 11, 2010
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital is accepting applications for ages 16 or older to volunteer in various departments of the hospital. Contact Volunteer Coordinator Carol Waters at carolw@snoqualmiehospital.org to arrange an interview.
Tour de Peaks needs volunteers to distribute flyers and posters, man water stops, handle course management, and work at the start and finish lines Aug. 15. For information, call Dave Nye at 425-831-3444 or e-mail davenye@nyecoinc.com.
Spanish Academy invites volunteers fluent in Spanish to participate in summer camps on their three-acre farm-style school. Must love kids and nature! Call 425-888-4999.
Senior Services Transportation Program needs volunteers to drive seniors around North Bend and Snoqualmie. Choose the times and areas in which you’d like to drive. Car required. Mileage reimbursement and supplemental liability insurance are offered. For more information, call 206-748-7588 or 800-282-5815 toll free, or e-mail melissat@seniorservices.org. To apply online, go to www.seniorservices.org and click on “Giving Back” and then on “Volunteer Opportunities.”
Mount Si Senior Center needs volunteers for sorting and sales in the thrift store, reception and class instruction. The center is at 411 Main St., North Bend. Call Ruth or Janet, 425-888-3434.
Hopelink in Snoqualmie Valley seeks volunteers for a variety of tasks. Volunteers must be at least age 16. Go to www.hope-link.org/takeaction/volunteer.com or call 425-869-6000.
Adopt-A-Park is a program for Snoqualmie residents to improve public parks and trails. An application and one-year commitment required. Call 425-831-5784.
Study Zone tutors are needed for all grade levels to give students the homework help they need. Two-hour weekly commitment or substitutes wanted. Study Zone is a free service of King County Library System. Call 425-369-3312.
Public meetings
August 11, 2010
Snoqualmie Public Works Committee, 5 p.m. Aug. 16, 38624 S.E. River St.
Snoqualmie Planning and Parks Committee, 6 p.m. Aug. 16, 38624 S.E. River St.
Snoqualmie Planning Commission, 7 p.m. Aug. 16, 38624 S.E. River St.
Snoqualmie Parks Board, 7 p.m. Aug. 16, 38624 S.E. River St.
North Bend Community and Economic Development Committee, 1:45 p.m. Aug. 17, 126 E. Fourth St.
Snoqualmie Finance and Administration Committee, 5:30 p.m. Aug. 17, 38624 S.E. River St.
North Bend City Council, 7 p.m. Aug. 17, 411 Main Ave. N.
Snoqualmie Arts Commission, 10 a.m. Aug. 18, 38624 S.E. River St.
North Bend Economic Development Commission, 8 a.m. Aug. 19, 126 E. Fourth St.
Calendar
August 11, 2010
Public meetings
- Snoqualmie Public Works Committee, 5 p.m. Aug. 16, 38624 S.E. River St.
- Snoqualmie Planning and Parks Committee, 6 p.m. Aug. 16, 38624 S.E. River St.
- Snoqualmie Planning Commission, 7 p.m. Aug. 16, 38624 S.E. River St.
- Snoqualmie Parks Board, 7 p.m. Aug. 16, 38624 S.E. River St.
- North Bend Community and Economic Development Committee, 1:45 p.m. Aug. 17, 126 E. Fourth St.
- Snoqualmie Finance and Administration Committee, 5:30 p.m. Aug. 17, 38624 S.E. River St.
- North Bend City Council, 7 p.m. Aug. 17, 411 Main Ave. N.
- Snoqualmie Arts Commission, 10 a.m. Aug. 18, 38624 S.E. River St.
- North Bend Economic Development Commission, 8 a.m. Aug. 19, 126 E. Fourth St.
Events
All in a Day’s Work, through Aug. 13, Isadora’s Café, 8062 Railroad Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie. Exhibit of artist Bonnie Fritz’s work while working for the Peace Corps in Guatemala.
- Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater presents “Wizard of Oz,” until Aug. 29, at 36800 S.E. David Powell Road, Fall City. Performances are at 3 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $18 for adults and $10 for seniors, students and children. Dinner cost is $18 for adults, $16 for students and seniors, and $8 for children 6-12. Children ages 5 or younger are free. To learn more, visit www.foresttheater.org or call 425-222-7044.
- North Bend Farmers Market and Summer Concert Series, 4-8 p.m. Aug. 12, Si View Park, 400 S.E. Orchard Drive. See a performance by Down the Road at 5:30 p.m.
- The Friends of the North Bend Library holds its annual book sale from Aug. 14-28 at 115 E. Fourth Street, North Bend. Most items cost between 25 cents and $1. Bags of books will sell for $1 each Aug. 28. The sale is open during regular library hours.
- Auditions for Bless This House (Praise band for Snoqualmie United Methodist Church), 9-11 a.m. Aug. 14 and 12:30-2:30 p.m. Aug. 21, 38701 S.E. River St., Snoqualmie. Vocalists and musicians are needed. For information, contact Toddie Downs at toddiedowns@yahoo.com.
- The 22nd annual Tour de Peaks is Aug. 15. Fantastic bike rides with spectacular views. Rides for all levels from a four-mile family ride to a 100K scenic loop. Start at North Bend Elementary School, 400 Third St., and finish at the Festival at Mount Si, 400 Orchard Drive, North Bend. For information, call 425-888-6362 or visit www.tourdepeaks.com.
- Open mic, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 17, Twede’s Café, 137 W. North Bend Way, North Bend.
- Open mic, 7-10 p.m. Aug. 18, Isadora’s Café, 8062 Railroad Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie. Hosted by Luke Taklo.
- North Bend Farmers Market and Summer Concert Series, 4-8 p.m. Aug. 19, Si View Park, 400 S.E. Orchard Drive. See a performance by the Collin Mulvany Jazz Quartet at 5:30 p.m.
- The 72nd annual Snoqualmie Railroad Days Festival, Aug. 20-22. Come enjoy the Valley’s oldest continual festival. Events on Aug. 21 include a fun run, pancake breakfast, the grand parade, wagon rides, train rides, music and more.
There will be a beer garden for adults. For information, visit www.trainmuseum.org.
- AAA Driver Improvement Program, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Aug. 21 at Timber Ridge at Talus, 100 Timber Ridge Way N.W., Issaquah. Call 206-243-3564 to register for the $16 class. The course teaches traffic accident prevention. Successful course completion qualifies drivers 55 or older for automobile insurance premium discounts.
- Open mic, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 24, Twede’s Café, 137 W. North Bend Way, North Bend.
- Open mic, 7-10 p.m. Aug. 25, Isadora’s Café, 8062 Railroad Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie. Hosted by Luke Taklo.
- North Bend Farmers Market and Summer Concert Series, 4-8 p.m. Aug. 26, Si View Park, 400 S.E. Orchard Drive. See a performance by Beyond the Fringe at 5:30 p.m. It is the final performance in this year’s series.
North Bend Theater
- Thursday, Aug. 12, noon Free Summer Film Series, “Barefoot Executive;” 3 and 6 p.m., “Despicable Me”
- Friday, Aug. 13, 2 p.m., “Despicable Me;” 5 and 8 p.m., “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse” (All “Eclipse” showings are $5)
- Saturday, Aug. 14, noon, 1:30 and 3:30 p.m., “Laurel and Hardy/Abbot and Costello Classics;” 1 and 3 p.m., “Dreams in the Wilderness: Stories from the Middle Fork;” 5 p.m., “Despicable Me;” 8 p.m., “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
- Sunday, Aug. 15, noon, 1:30 and 3:30 p.m., “Laurel and Hardy/Abbot and Costello Classics;” 1 and 3 p.m., “Dreams in the Wilderness: Stories from the Middle Fork;” 5 p.m., “Despicable Me;” 8 p.m., “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
- Monday, Aug. 16, 3 p.m., “Despicable Me;” 6 p.m., “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
- Tuesday, Aug. 17, noon Free Summer Film Series, “Benji;” 2 p.m., “Despicable Me;” 4 p.m., “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
- Wednesday, Aug. 18, 3 p.m., “Despicable Me;” 6 p.m., “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
- Tuesday, Aug. 19, noon Free Summer Film Series, “Benji;” 2 p.m., “Despicable Me;” 4 and 7 p.m., “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
Volunteer opportunities
- Snoqualmie Valley Hospital is accepting applications for ages 16 or older to volunteer in various departments of the hospital. Contact Volunteer Coordinator Carol Waters at carolw@snoqualmiehospital.org to arrange an interview.
- Tour de Peaks needs volunteers to distribute flyers and posters, man water stops, handle course management, and work at the start and finish lines Aug. 15. For information, call Dave Nye at 425-831-3444 or e-mail davenye@nyecoinc.com.
- Spanish Academy invites volunteers fluent in Spanish to participate in summer camps on their three-acre farm-style school. Must love kids and nature! Call 425-888-4999.
- Senior Services Transportation Program needs volunteers to drive seniors around North Bend and Snoqualmie. Choose the times and areas in which you’d like to drive. Car required. Mileage reimbursement and supplemental liability insurance are offered. For more information, call 206-748-7588 or 800-282-5815 toll free, or e-mail melissat@seniorservices.org. To apply online, go to www.seniorservices.org and click on “Giving Back” and then on “Volunteer Opportunities.”
- Mount Si Senior Center needs volunteers for sorting and sales in the thrift store, reception and class instruction. The center is at 411 Main St., North Bend. Call Ruth or Janet, 425-888-3434.
- Hopelink in Snoqualmie Valley seeks volunteers for a variety of tasks. Volunteers must be at least age 16. Go to www.hope-link.org/takeaction/volunteer.com or call 425-869-6000.
Adopt-A-Park is a program for Snoqualmie residents to improve public parks and trails. An application and one-year commitment required. Call 425-831-5784.
- Study Zone tutors are needed for all grade levels to give students the homework help they need. Two-hour weekly commitment or substitutes wanted. Study Zone is a free service of King County Library System. Call 425-369-3312.
Classes
- S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life) exercise class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Mt Si Senior Center, 411 Main Ave. S., North Bend. Led by certified exercise instructor Carla Orellana. Call 425-888-3434.
- Quilting, noon – 9 p.m. Aug. 26, Sept. 12 and 23, Mt. Si Senior Center, 411 Main Ave. S., North Bend. Bring your projects to these free classes.
Clubs
- Mt. Si Artist Guild meeting, 9:15-11 a.m. third Saturday of each month at the Mt. Si Senior Center, 411 Main Ave. S., North Bend.
- The North Bend Chess Club meets every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. All ages and skill levels are invited.
- Sallal Grange meets the first Friday of each month for a potluck and open mic with our local musicians. The potluck starts at 6 p.m. with the music from 7 p.m. – midnight. Open to all and all ages, 12912 432nd Ave. S.E., North Bend. Visit www.sallalgrange.org.
- Snoqualmie Valley Rotary Club meets at 7 a.m. every Thursday at the TPC Snoqualmie Ridge Golf Club Restaurant. All are welcome. Visit www.snoqualmievalleyrotary.org.
- American Legion Post 79 and the American Legion Auxiliary meets at 6 p.m. the second Thursday at 38625 S.E. River St., Snoqualmie. Call Rich and Pam Collingwood at 425-888-1206.
- Snoqualmie Valley Garden Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the second Thursday at the Mount Si Senior Center, North Bend. Call Linda at 425-453-8630.
- Snoqualmie Fraternal Order of Eagles Women’s Auxiliary meets the first and third Tuesday at 7 p.m. The Men’s Aerie meets the first and third Wednesday at 7 p.m. Meetings are held at 108 Railroad Ave. Call 425-888-1129.
To submit an item for the community calendar, send to editor@snovalleystar.com or via www.snovalleystar.com.
Local artist paints with bold colors
August 11, 2010
Red poppies dot the foreground as children flying balloons of yellow, pink and blue run around in a background of green grass.
Snoqualmie artist Jill Saitta calls her painting “Hope,” and like many of her other acrylic pieces, it bursts with color. This painting, as well as one of a geometric tribal mask, will be auctioned at the third annual Project Grace Guild fundraiser, which benefits Seattle Children’s.
Jodie Toney, a guild member, met Saitta during a spin class and learned about her passion for painting. Toney asked her if she would donate artwork to Project Grace, a guild of 18 Snoqualmie women whose children have received care from Children’s. Proceeds from the guild’s auction benefit children whose families cannot afford medical care.
