Mount Si volleyball is full of talent and experience
September 29, 2010
Mount Si High School’s volleyball team is off to another raging start. The Wildcats have quickly put together a 5-0 league record to begin the season. The team’s overall record is 9-1.
For the past three seasons, the Wildcats have cruised through the regular season, but faltered in the state tournament.
This year, coach Bonnie Foote said she thinks her players can win it all.
The team’s best finish was last year’s sixth-place finish. Mount Si beat Lakes and Camas in the first and quarterfinal rounds, then lost to Bishop Blanchet in the semifinal round. Prairie beat the team in the consolation round.
Five returning starters anchor the varsity squad for Mount Si: Zoe Gogan, Amanda Gates, Aubrey Larion, Sarah McDonald and Erika Clark.
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital Foundation hits a hole-in-one with golf fundraiser
September 29, 2010
The Snoqualmie Valley Hospital Foundation’s Golf for Health Tournament was a success despite overcast skies.
There were scattered sprinkles, but the weather held long enough for 32 golfers to shoot nine holes at Cascade Golf Course in North Bend.
The Sept. 10 fundraiser raised about $8,000 for the foundation after expenses.
This year was the first time the event was held.
Sponsorship slots were nearly sold out, according to Jim Schaffer, president of the foundation’s board of directors.
More than 20 businesses and organizations sponsored the event.
“We’re going to do it again next year,” when it might be expanded to 18 holes, Schaffer said.
Money raised from the event will be used in the foundation’s mission to improve the health of Snoqualmie Valley Hospital District, and to support the district’s patients and employees.
Mount Si volleyball continues undefeated
September 29, 2010
Mount Si High School’s volleyball team has a flawless 5-0 record so far in the 2010 season.
The Wildcats beat Interlake 3-0 Sept. 22 in a road game. Senior outside hitter Zoe Gogan again led the team with 18 kills. Sarah McDonald had 10 kills. Senior Catie Fry had five kills, three blocks and 22 assists. Aubrey Larion had 11 digs.
Interlake’s overall record is 4-2. Besides its unbeaten record, Mount Si has yet to yield a game in a league match this season.
Mount Si beat Juanita 3-0 Sept. 20. Gogan had 13 kills. McDonald had eight kills and six aces. Fry had three blocks and 19 assists. Larion had 13 digs.
Hole in one at Mount Si Golf Course
September 29, 2010
Local golfer Geri Dykeman hit her first-ever hole-in-one at Mount Si Golf Course. Dykeman used a five iron to sink the shot on the fourth hole.
Mount Si High School boys tennis falls to Liberty and Sammamish in double match
September 29, 2010
Mount Si boys tennis lost to Liberty and Sammamish Sept. 22. Liberty won 6-1. Sammamish won 7-0.
In singles matches, Mount Si’s Azhar Khandekar beat Liberty’s Garrett Timm 6-2 and 6-1, after losing the first set, 2-6.
Mount Si’s Alex Pease and Jake Rouches played well in their doubles match against Liberty’s Greg Murashige and Andrew Munoz, but lost 6-4 and 7-6.
Calendar
September 29, 2010
Public meetings
- Snoqualmie Public Safety Meeting, 5 p.m. Sept. 30, 37600 S.E. Snoqualmie Parkway.
- Snoqualmie Public Works Committee, 5 p.m. Oct. 4, 38624 S.E. River St.
- Snoqualmie Planning and Parks Committee, 6 p.m. Oct. 4, 38624 S.E. River St.
- Snoqualmie Planning Commission, 7 p.m. Oct. 4, 38624 S.E. River St.
- Snoqualmie Finance and Administration Committee, 5 p.m. Oct. 5, 38624 S.E. River St.
- North Bend City Council, 7 p.m. Oct. 5, 411 Main Ave. N.
- North Bend Transportation and Public Works Committee, 4 p.m. Oct. 6, 1155 E. North Bend Way.
- Snoqualmie Library Board, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 6, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E.
- Snoqualmie Valley School Board meeting, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 7, 8001 Silva Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie.
Events
- Katy Bourne and Randy Halberstadt, Sept. 30, Boxley’s, 101 W. North Bend Way, North Bend. Voice and piano duo.
- Game On!, 3 p.m. Oct. 1, 8, 15 and 29, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. For teens. Play videogames at the library.
- Spanish/English Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Oct. 2, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E. All ages welcome with adult.
- Community Conversations — Nice people, smart talk, 1:30 p.m. Oct. 3, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Join your neighbors for a lively discussion about current events and issues.
- Meet the author: Candice Reed, 7 p.m. Oct. 4, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E. Millions are out of work, but Candice Reed, co-author of the new “anti-career” book, “Thank You for Firing Me! How to Catch the Next Wave of Success After You Lose Your Job,” will share her secrets to getting back to work in 2010.
- Merry Monday Story Times, 11 a.m. Oct. 4, 11 and 25, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Ages: newborn to 3 years with adult.
- Afternoon Preschool Story Times, 1:30 p.m. Oct. 4, 11 and 25, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E. Ages 3-6 accompanied by an adult.
- Toddler Story Times, 9:30 a.m. Oct. 5, 12, 19 and 26, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Ages 2-3 with adult.
- Preschool Story Times, 10:30 a.m. Oct. 5, 12, 19 and 26, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Ages 3-6 with adult.
- Early Literacy Parties in Spanish, 1 p.m. Oct. 5, 12, 19 and 26, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. For families with children — newborn to age 5 — to learn about preparing their children for kindergarten. More information at www.kcls.org/fiestas.
- Open mic, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 5, Twede’s Café, 137 W. North Bend Way, North Bend
- North Bend First Tuesday Book Club, 7 p.m. Oct. 5, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. This month, one of three books by Malcolm Gladwell: “Tipping Point,” “Outliers” or “Blink.”
- Open mic, 7-10 p.m. Oct. 6, Isadora’s Café, 8062 Railroad Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie
Library events
- Young Toddler Story Times, 9:30 a.m. Oct. 6, 13 and 27, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E. Ages 6-24 months old accompanied by an adult.
- Preschool Story Times, 10:30 a.m. Oct. 6, 13 and 27, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd.S.E. Ages 3-6 accompanied by an adult.
- Teen study zone, 3 p.m. Oct. 6, 13, 20 and 27, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Drop-in during scheduled study zone hours for free homework help in all subjects from volunteer tutors.
- Pajamarama Story Times, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 6, 13, 20 and 27, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. All young children welcome with adult.
- Purl One, Listen Too, 1 p.m. Oct. 7, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E. Learn new stitches, meet new friends, listen to new books and talk about knitting.
- Pajama Story Times, 7 p.m. Oct. 7 and 28, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E. All young children welcome with adult.
- SnoValley Writers Work Group, 3 p.m. Oct. 10 and 24, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Join other local writers for writing exercises, critique and lessons on voice, plot and point of view. Contact snovalleywrites@gmail.com for assignment prior to coming to class. Adults only please.
- Friends of the North Bend Library Monthly Meeting, 9:30 a.m. Oct. 11, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St.
- Open mic, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 12, Twede’s Café, 137 W. North Bend Way, North Bend
- Open mic, 7-10 p.m. Oct. 13, Isadora’s Café, 8062 Railroad Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie
- Hello House, 7 p.m. Oct. 14, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E. For children 3 years and older accompanied by an adult.
Join Northwest singer-songwriter Nancy Stewart for a guided musical tour through your house.
- Aging Well with Consciousness Book Club and Conversation Group, 4 p.m. Oct. 16, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E. Come for a book discussion and conversation about aging.
- The life and times of Picasso, 7 p.m. Oct. 18, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E. Join Art Historian Susan Olds in this slide presentation on Picasso’s life and art, from his early years in Paris to his exploration of abstraction.
- Caspar Babypants concert, 11 a.m. Oct. 18, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Presented by Chris Ballew and his band. Ballew is better known as the lead singer for the Seattle-based rock ‘n’ roll band, The Presidents of the United States of America. For ages 2-5 with adult.
- Open mic, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19, Twede’s Café, 137 W. North Bend Way, North Bend.
- Snoqualmie Book Group, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Blvd. S.E. Run by Ann Patchett.
- Meet the author: Patrick McIntire, “Bouncing Back from Multiple Sclerosis,” 7 p.m. Oct. 19, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. McIntire’s book is a diary he kept since being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
Volunteer opportunities
- Snoqualmie Valley Hospital is accepting applications for ages 16 or older to volunteer in various departments of the hospital. E-mail volunteer coordinator Carol Waters at carolw@snoqualmiehospital.org to arrange an interview.
- 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 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, 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 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 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 369-3312.
Classes
- KCLS presents creative writing classes with Cat Rambo, various dates and locations. Students in grades six through 12 are invited to explore their writing abilities with sci-fi and fantasy author Cat Rambo. No registration is required. Snoqulamie Library: 3-5 p.m. Oct. 13. North Bend Library: 3-5 p.m. Oct. 22. Fall City Library: 3-5 p.m. Oct. 7. Call 888-0554.
- Si View Parks’ employment workshop, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 7, Nov. 4 and Dec. 9, North Bend Train Depot, 205 McClellan St., North Bend. Three-part workshop to help participants find the employment they want.
Taught by Kim Arellano. Cost: $90 for three sessions. Go to www.siviewpark.org.
- English as a second language, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversational skills.
To submit an item for the community calendar, send to editor@snovalleystar.com or via www.snovalleystar.com.
Basics of eBay and CraigsList, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 12, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Explore buying and selling on the Internet. Learn how to set up accounts, create listings, locate deals and have fun shopping while keeping personally safe and financially secure. For seniors only.
Basics of eBay and CraigsList (in Spanish), 6 p.m. Oct. 12, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Explore buying and selling on the Internet. Learn how to set up accounts, create listings, locate deals and have fun shopping while keeping personally safe and financially secure. For seniors only.
Computer Class: Microsoft Excel level 2, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 12, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Boulevard S.E.
Computer Class: Microsoft Word, level 1, 10:30 a.m. Oct. 20, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St.
Love and Logic Parenting, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fridays, Sept. 24 – Oct. 22, Si View Community Center, 400 Orchard Drive, North Bend. Learn how to handle misbehavior without breaking a sweat. Childcare provided during class time for additional fee. Course fee is $75 for individuals and $100 for couples.
Acting and comedy improv class meets from 7:30-9 p.m. Mondays through Nov. 15, Valley Center Stage, 119 E. North Bend Way, North Bend. Classes taught by Gary Schwartz. Drop-in fee: $15 per class.
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 888-3434.
Clubs
Anime and Manga Club, 3 p.m. Oct. 6, 20 and 27, Snoqualmie Library, 7824 Center Boulevard S.E. Watch anime movies and practice drawing. All skill levels welcome. For teens.
Mount Si Fish and Game Club meets at 7:30 p.m. the first Thursday of the month, October through May, at the Snoqualmie Police Department.
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.
Snoqualmie Valley Chess Club, 7 p.m. Oct. 7, 14, 21 and 28, North Bend Library, 115 E. Fourth St. Learn to play chess or get a game going. All ages and skill levels welcome.
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 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 453-8630
Snoqualmie Valley Kiwanis Club meets at 7 a.m. every Thursday at the Mount Si Golf Course restaurant in Snoqualmie. E-mail snovalley@member.kiwanis.org.
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 888-1129.
A cancer survivor group meets 9 a.m. the second Saturday at Sawdust Coffee in the North Bend Factory Stores mall. Email Lisa Newell at newellvl@yahoo.com.
Snoqualmie Valley Youth Hub provides cultural, athletic, recreational and educational opportunities to more than 4,000 young people in the Valley. Call 831-1900.
Loyal Order of Moose, 108 Sydney Ave., North Bend. Men meet at 6 p.m. the first and third Monday. Women meet at 7 p.m. the third and fourth Tuesday. Call 888-0951.
Washington Freemasons meet at 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday at Unity Lodge No.198 in North Bend. Call 888-5779.
Moms Club of North Bend meets at 10 a.m. the first Wednesday of the month at the North Bend Library. Children are welcome. Visit www.momsclub.org.
Metro to reduce bus service to Snoqualmie Valley
September 28, 2010
NEW — 4:00 p.m. Sept. 28, 2010
King County Metro Transit is reducing service to Snoqualmie Valley as part of the agency’s fall service changes, which begin Oct. 2.
Metro is cutting Route 209’s earliest westbound trip, which currently leaves North Bend at 4:35 a.m. for Issaquah.
Metro is also eliminating one morning and one evening trip for Route 214, which operates between Issaquah and Seattle.
The changes are part of Metro’s efforts to save money, maintain bus service and operate more efficiently, according to a news release from the agency. The trip reductions were chosen to minimize disruption to riders as much as possible.
5th District Democrats pass on endorsing David Spring
September 28, 2010
NEW — 1:30 p.m. Sept. 28, 2010
In an election year when both Democrats and Republicans say the stakes are high at the local and national levels, the 5th Legislative District Democrats passed on endorsing David Spring, who is challenging Rep. Glenn Anderson, R-Fall City, for the district’s Position 2.
Spring upset well-funded Democrat Dean Willard in the Aug. 17 primary. Anderson won the primary with nearly 58 percent. Spring received 25 percent, and Willard received 17 percent.
Mistakes doom Mount Si early against Liberty
September 28, 2010
NEW — 1:30 p.m. Sept. 28, 2010
The Mount Si Wildcats saw a promising start plummet in a 38-22 road loss to the Liberty High School Patriots in Renton Sept. 23.
The Wildcats scored on a safety on the first Liberty drive. On the second drive, they stopped the Patriots at the 3-yard line, forcing a field goal.
But that’s as good as it got for the Wildcats, who surrendered 31 unanswered points before the halftime break.
Building ban for North Bend’s Tanner Annex ends
September 27, 2010
NEW — 6:30 p.m. Sept. 27, 2010
The North Bend City Council decided to let a nine-month building moratorium on areas in the city’s eastern end expire after adopting changes to existing ordinances that will more specifically define how the area can grow.
The changes passed at the council’s Sept. 21 meeting restrict warehouses and require any expansion of the area’s truck stop to address the increased impact on North Bend. The restrictions on warehouses are designed to prevent the development of large buildings with few jobs.
“We wanted to bring businesses to town that were also going to bring jobs,” City Administrator Duncan Wilson said.
