Snoqualmie Railroad Days Schedule
July 31, 2008
Friday August 1st
5-8pm - Food Vendors King Street
5-7pm - Arts, Craft, and Commercial Vendors, Railroad Ave.
5:30-7:30pm - Bike Decorating at Log Pavilion
6-8pm - Shelly and the Curves, Main Stage
Dusk - Starlight Cinemas Presents: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
8-10pm -Karaoke, Eagles’ Beer Garden
Saturday August 2nd
7:30-11am Fireman’s Pancake Breakfast at Snoqualmie Fire Station
7:30am - Registration for Snoqualmie Fun Run
8:30-11am - Parade check-in at Riverview Park -
Pet and Kid parade check in at laundry mat parking lot
9am-7pm - Arts, Crafts, and Vendors
9am-8pm - Food Vendors King Street
9am-7pm - Dog Expo Railroad Avenue
9am - 1st Annual Snoqualmie Fun Run, Railroad Avenue
11am - Fun Run Awards at Main Stage
11am-3:30pm Train Rides at Snoqualmie Train Depot
11:15am - Pet, Kids, and Grand Parade, Railroad Avenue
11am-10pm - Beer Garden, by Main Stage, sponsored by
Snoqualmie Valley Eagles
12-7pm - Art Walk, by Gazebo and Railroad Ave.
1-4pm - Centerfold Search for Seattle Dog Magazine, by Gazebo
2pm - The Left Coast Gypsies
2pm - Arts & Crafts for kids at Sandy Cove Park
3pm - Dog Fashion Show, sponsored by Seattle Dog Magazine, by Gazebo
4pm - Hiwatt Band, Main Stage
4pm - Storytelling for kids at Sandy Cove Park
6pm - Country Rock Association, Main Stage
6pm - Karaoke for kids at Sandy Cove Park
8pm - Restless Legs, Main Stage
Sunday August 3rd
7am-4pm - Legends Car Show, all over town
11am-5pm - Arts and Craft and Vendors, Railroad Ave.
11am-5pm - Dog Expo, Railroad Ave.
11am-5pm - Beer Garden, by Main Stage, sponsored by Snoqualmie Valley Eagles
11am-5pm - Food Vendors, King Street
11am-3:30pm -Train Rides at Train Depot
12pm - Dog Agility and Dog Show, by Gazebo
1-2pm - Centerfold search for Seattle Dog Magazine, by Gazebo
1:30pm - Rockafellers, Main Stage
2pm - Arts & Crafts for kids at Sandy Cove Park
3pm - Karaoke for kids at Sandy Cove Park
3:30pm - The Kingdogs, Main Stage
5pm - Festival Ends
Calendar
July 31, 2008
Events
“Host for the Hope,” a fundraiser for autism research, will be from 6-8 p.m. July 31 at Cascade Covenant Church in North Bend. There will Read more
CALENDAR
July 24, 2008
Events
Thursday Night Concerts at Si View Park began July 10 and will go through September. The upcoming schedule is “Beyond the Fringe” on July 24, “Timeless Soul” on July 31 and “Fabulous Roof Shaker” on Aug. 7. All concerts go from 6:30 to 8 p.m. To find out more, call 831-1900.
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital will raffle two bikes on July 27th at Meadowbrook Farm in North Bend as part of the Tour de Peaks. The adult bike is a Roubaix Expert Road bicycle manufactured by Specialized with a retail value of $3,300. The children’s bike is a Fuse 16 BMX, also manufactured by Specialized, with a retail value of $300. The bikes are currently on display at Singletrack Cycles, and will rotate through several Valley businesses between now and the event date. Raffle tickets - $2 for the adult bike and $1 for the children’s bike - can be purchased at the Snoqualmie Valley Chamber office, or from Bob Cole, 749-6905. You must be present to win.
“Host for the Hope,” a fundraiser for autism research, will be from 6-8 p.m. July 31 at Cascade Covenant Church in North Bend. There will be a dinner served and Graydon L. Agar. M.A., the executive director of Today’s Hope, will share stories and talk about his organization. Cost is $20 per person. For more information, call 206-225-7671.
The 69th annual Snoqualmie Railroad Days will be Aug. 1-3 in downtown Snoqualmie. The event is currently looking for volunteers, who will earn a free T-shirt and beverages for their service. To learn more about the event, go to http://www.railroaddays.com/.
The annual Festival at Mt Si will be Aug. 8-10 at Si View Parks in North Bend. At the festival, there will be concerts, arts and crafts booths, a pie-eating contest, fireworks, classic cars, food and more. For more information, go to www.siviewpark.org.
Learn about the history of Snoqualmie with instructor Dave Battey. Using historic photographs from the Snoqualmie Valley Historical Society, Battey shares a history of the city of Snoqualmie, from the ice age through the 1950s. The presentation is free and will be from 2-4 p.m. Aug. 31.
The North Bend Farmers Market will last until Sept. 11. The market is free to attend and lasts from 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Si View Metro Parks.
Movie Times
North Bend Theatre show times for this week are as follows:
Thursday - “Goonies,” (Kids Summer Film Series) 11 a.m.; “The Dark Knight,” 2 p.m., 6 p.m.
Friday - “The Dark Knight,” 1, 4:30, 8 p.m.
Saturday - “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” (Special Needs Matinee) 11 a.m.; “The Dark Knight,” 1, 4:30, 8 p.m.
Sunday - “The Dark Knight,” 1 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 8 p.m.
Monday - “The Dark Knight,” 1 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 8 p.m.
Tuesday - “The Dark Knight,” 1 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 8 p.m.
Wednesday - “Swiss Family Robinson,” (Kids Summer Series) 11 a.m.; “The Dark Knight,” 2 p.m., 6 p.m.
Classes
Spanish classes are held every Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the Sno-Valley Senior Center. Open to the community. $5 per class, drop-in basis, taught by Celide Rivero.
Food Addicts Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every Thursday in North Bend. For more information, please call 888-0314.
Volunteer Opportunities
Adopt-A-Park with yourself, your family, neighbors or club. Adopt-A-Park is a volunteer program for Snoqualmie residents willing to help improve and enhance public parks and trails. Volunteering requires an application and a one-year commitment. Call 831-5784.
Be a Study Zone tutor and give students the homework help they need. Study Zone needs volunteers to tutor elementary through high school students in math, science, English, social studies and study methods. A two-hour weekly commitment and flexible substitute scheduling are available. The Study Zone program is a free service offered by the King County Library System. For more information, call 369-3312.
Share your love of books and make new friends by becoming a Friend of the Library in either Snoqualmie or North Bend. Annual memberships cost $5 for individuals and $10 for families and help expand opportunities for children, families and seniors around the community. To learn more, call 888-0554.
The Mt Si Helping Hand Food Bank is seeking volunteers who will dedicate one to two hours a week to pick up food at local grocery stores. For more information, call Gail or Susan at 888-0096 or e-mail mtsihelpinghandfoodbank@yahoo.com.
Volunteers are being sought for the Festival at Mount Si on Aug. 8-10. The festival needs committee helpers, as well as weekend volunteers to make the event happen. For more information, go to www.festivalatmtsi.org or call Jill at 831-6898.
The City of Snoqualmie is seeking community members to serve as volunteers with the fire department. To be considered, applicants must by at least 21 years of age, live within 10 minutes of Snoqualmie and pass a basic entrance exam. A written exam and oral board with be held at 9 a.m. Aug. 16 at the fire station. The physical agility test and the fire academy will be at Mount View Fire in Auburn. Recruit introduction and physical agility tests will be Oct. 4, the same day the academy begins. The recruit academy lasts about three months. For more information, call 888-1551 or go to www.ci.snoqualmie.wa.us.
North Bend Library
Snoqualmie Valley Chess Club, for adults, children and families, meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays.
Explore the world of insects and meet a live Madagascar Hissing Cockroach at the “Incredible Insects” presentation, put together by the Pacific Science Center at 2 p.m. July 18.
“A Bug’s Tale,” an interactive program of stories and songs from a bug’s perspective, will be at 2 p.m. July 30.
Game On, for ages 12 to 18, meets 3- 5 p.m. Fridays to play XBox 360, Playstation, Nintendo DS, Guitar Hero and DDS. Board games also are available.
English as a Second Language classes meet at 6:30 p.m. Mondays.
Toddler Story Time, for ages 2 to 3 with an adult, meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, meets at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Snoqualmie Library
The “Read, Flip, Win” video shoot will be 2 p.m. July 26. Participants will read a book and make a movie about it for a chance to win a video camera.
Watch colorful shadow puppets present “Thumbelina” at 2 p.m. July 29. The show will be performed in a darkened room and is not suggested for young children.
The Pizza and Pages Teen Book Group will be at 3 p.m. July 29. Students in grades 6 to 12 can talking about books they’ve read and eat free pizza.
Young Toddler Story Time, for age 12 to 24 months with an adult, is at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
Anime & Manga Club, for middle and high school students, meets at 3 p.m. Wednesdays to watch anime movies, eat popcorn and practice manga drawing.
Evening Family Story Time, for all young children with an adult, is at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays.
To submit an item for the community calendar, send to editor@snovalleystar.com or via www.snovalleystar.com.
CALENDAR
July 17, 2008
Events
Thursday Night Concerts at Si View Park began July 10 and will go through September. The upcoming schedule is “Handful of Luvin” on July 17, “Beyond the Fringe” on July 24, “Timeless Soul” on July 31 and “Fabulous Roof Shaker” on Aug. 7. All concerts go from 6:30 to 8 p.m. To find out more, call 831-1900.
The Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine will be July 18-20 at the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie. There will be 10 departures each day. The train will ride to the top of Snoqualmie Falls and there will be storytelling, live music and games with toys. Tickets are $18 for ages two and up. Advance purchase recommended, since the event usually sells out. For tickets or information, visit www.ticketweb.com or call 866-468-7630.
Camp Corey, a non-profit camp for children who battle serious or life-threatening illnesses, will hold a fundraiser yard sale from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 18-19 at 13418 434 Avenue Southeast in North Bend. Tax-deductible donations will be accepted. For more information, call Jan Sliger at 831-7680.
“Back to the Garden,” a fundraiser for the Valley Center Stage, will include wine, food, the Cascade Jazz Trio, Susanna Fuller, Valley Center Stage players and surprise guests from 6-10 p.m. July 19 at The Nursery at Mt. Si. There will be a silent auction.
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital will raffle two bikes on July 27th at Meadowbrook Farm in North Bend as part of the Tour de Peaks. The adult bike is a Roubaix Expert Road bicycle manufactured by Specialized with a retail value of $3,300. The children’s bike is a Fuse 16 BMX, also manufactured by Specialized, with a retail value of $300. The bikes are currently on display at Singletrack Cycles, and will rotate through several Valley businesses between now and the event date. Raffle tickets - $2 for the adult bike and $1 for the children’s bike - can be purchased at the Snoqualmie Valley Chamber office, or from Bob Cole, 749-6905. Take note, you must be present to win.
The 20th Anniversary of Tour de Peaks will be celebrated July 27 in Snoqualmie Valley. Adult registration is $35 by July 23 and $40 the day of the event. Children ages 3-12 are $8.
“Host for the Hope,” a fundraiser for autism research, will be from 6-8 p.m. July 31 at Cascade Covenant Church in North Bend. There will be a dinner served and Graydon L. Agar. M.A., the executive director of Today’s Hope, will share stories and talk about his organization. Cost is $20 per person. For more information, call 206-225-7671.
The 69th annual Snoqualmie Railroad Days will be Aug. 1-3 in downtown Snoqualmie. The event is currently looking for volunteers, who will earn a free T-shirt and beverages for their service. To learn more about the event, go to http://www.railroaddays.com/.
Learn about the history of Snoqualmie with instructor Dave Battey. Using historic photographs from the Snoqualmie Valley Historical Society, Battey shares a history of the city of Snoqualmie, from the ice age through the 1950s. The presentation is free and will be from 2-4 p.m. Aug. 31.
The North Bend Farmers Market will last until Sept. 11. The market is free to attend and lasts from 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Si View Metro Parks.
Movie Times
North Bend Theatre show times for this week are as follows:
Thursday - “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,” (Kids Summer Series) 11 a.m.; “Wall E,” 2, 5 p.m.; “The Dark Knight,” midnight
- Friday - “The Dark Knight,” 1, 4:30, 8 p.m.
- Saturday - “The Dark Knight,” 1, 4:30, 8 p.m.
- Sunday - “The Dark Knight,” 4, 8 p.m.
- Monday - “The Dark Knight,” 1, 4:30, 8 p.m.
- Tuesday - “The Dark Knight,” 1, 4:30, 8 p.m.
- Wednesday - “Goonies,” (Kids Summer Series) 11 a.m.; “The Dark Knight,” 4:30, 8 p.m.
North Bend Library
Snoqualmie Valley Chess Club, for adults, children and families, meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays.
Explore the world of insects and meet a live Madagascar Hissing Cockroach at the “Incredible Insects” presentation, put together by the Pacific Science Center at 2 p.m. July 18.
Sing along with Karen Haas as she tells how bugs get out of their troubles at “Guess I’ll Go Eat Worms” at 2 p.m. July 21. The event is for ages 3 and older.
“A Bug’s Tale,” an interactive program of stories and songs from a bug’s perspective, will be at 2 p.m. July 30.
Game On, for ages 12 to 18, meets 3- 5 p.m. Fridays to play XBox 360, Playstation, Nintendo DS, Guitar Hero and DDS. Board games also are available.
English as a Second Language classes meet at 6:30 p.m. Mondays.
Toddler Story Time, for ages 2 to 3 with an adult, meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, meets at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Snoqualmie Library
Join Pacific Northwest favorite Nancy Stewart for a sing-along concert titled, “Bee Boppin’ Bugs,” at 2 p.m. July 17.
“Land of the Giants: Snoqualmie & Squak Valleys,” an exclusive viewing of a video which relates to the history of Snoqualmie Pass, will be at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. July 19. Co-producer Chuck Brodish will give background information on the video, which also will tell the story of an old trail that became Interstate 90.
Meet Grasshopper, Ant, Caterpillar and Pollywog at “Bayou Bug Tales” at 2 p.m. July 22. The presentation is for ages 3 and older.
The “Read, Flip, Win” video shoot will be 2 p.m. July 26. Participants will read a book and make a movie about it for a chance to win a video camera.
Watch colorful shadow puppets present “Thumbelina” at 2 p.m. July 29. The show will be performed in a darkened room and is not suggested for young children.
The Pizza and Pages Teen Book Group will be at 3 p.m. July 29. Students in grades 6 to 12 can talk about books they’ve read and eat free pizza.
Young Toddler Story Time, for age 12 to 24 months with an adult, is at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
To submit an item for the community calendar, send to editor@snovalleystar.com or via www.snovalleystar.com.
community calendar
July 9, 2008
Events
The Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine will be July 11-13 and July 18-20 at the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie. There will be 10 departures each day. The train will ride to the top of Snoqualmie Falls and there will be storytelling, live music and games with toys. Tickets are $18 for ages two and up. Advance purchase recommended, since the event usually sells out. For tickets or information, visit www.ticketweb.com or call 866-468-7630.
Editorial cartoonist Jeff Johnson will hold a cartoon drawing class from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 12 at Si View Metro Parks. The class is $44 and is for ages 9-14. For more information, call 831-1900.
The 2008 Relay for Life of Snoqualmie Valley will be July 12-13 at Centennial Fields. For more information, call 1-800-ACS-2245.
“Back to the Garden,” a fundraiser for the Valley Center Stage, will include wine, food, the Cascade Jazz Trio, Susanna Fuller, Valley Center Stage players and surprise guests from 6-10 p.m. July 19 at The Nursery at Mt. Si. There will be a silent auction.
A benefit for Jane Raymond, who was critically injured in a car accident, will be from 7-10 p.m. July 19 at Isadora’s Books & Cafe in downtown Snoqualmie. The bands “Zone B” and “Latest Disaster” will perform. Wine, beer, desserts and organic coffee will be available. For more information, call 888-1345.
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital will raffle two bikes on July 27th at Meadowbrook Farm in North Bend as part of the Tour de Peaks. The adult bike is a Roubaix Expert Road bicycle manufactured by Specialized with a retail value of $3,300. The children’s bike is a Fuse 16 BMX, also manufactured by Specialized, with a retail value of $300. The bikes are currently on display at Singletrack Cycles, and will rotate through several Valley businesses between now and the event date. Raffle tickets - $2 for the adult bike and $1 for the children’s bike - can be purchased at the Snoqualmie Valley Chamber office, or from Bob Cole, 749-6905. Take note, you must be present to win.
The 20th Anniversary of Tour de Peaks will be celebrated July 27 in Snoqualmie Valley. Adult registration is $35 by July 23 and $40 the day of the event. Children ages 3-12 are $8.
The 69th annual Snoqualmie Railroad Days will be Aug. 1-3 in downtown Snoqualmie. The event is currently looking for volunteers, who will earn a free T-shirt and beverages for their service. To learn more about the event, go to http://www.railroaddays.com/.
Learn about the history of Snoqualmie with instructor Dave Battey. Using historic photographs from the Snoqualmie Valley Historical Society, Battey shares a history of the city of Snoqualmie, from the ice age through the 1950s. The presentation is free and will be from 2-4 p.m. Aug. 31.
The North Bend Farmers Market will last until Sept. 11. The market is free to attend and lasts from 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Si View Metro Parks.
North Bend Library
Snoqualmie Valley Chess Club, for adults, children and families, meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays.
Celebrate the wisdom and humor of many world cultures at the “Eaten Alive! Legends of the Mighty Mosquito” presentation at 2 p.m. July 7. The event is for ages 3 and older.
Explore the world of insects and meet a live Madagascar Hissing Cockroach at the “Incredible Insects” presentation, put together by the Pacific Science Center at 2 p.m. July 18.
Sing along with Karen Haas as she tells how bugs got out of their troubles at “Guess I’ll Go Eat Worms” at 2 p.m. July 21. The event is for ages 3 and older.
“A Bug’s Tale,” an interactive program of stories and songs from a bug’s perspective, will be at 2 p.m. July 30.
The Friends of the North Bend Library monthly meeting will be at 10 a.m. July 14.
Game On, for ages 12 to 18, meets 3- 5 p.m. Fridays to play XBox 360, Playstation, Nintendo DS, Guitar Hero and DDS. Board games also are available.
English as a Second Language classes meet at 6:30 p.m. Mondays.
Toddler Story Time, for ages 2 to 3 with an adult, meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, meets at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Snoqualmie Library
A knitting/book-listening group, “Purl One, Listen Too,” will be at 1 p.m. July 3. For more information, call the Snoqualmie Public Library at 888-1223.
A computer class for “Internet: Level 1″ will be at 6:30 p.m. July 8.
The children and families program, “Buggy Folktales from Around the World,” will be at 10:30 a.m. July 9. All ages are welcome.
Join Pacific Northwest favorite Nancy Stewart for a sing-along concert titled, “Bee Boppin’ Bugs,” at 2 p.m. July 17.
“Land of the Giants: Snoqualmie & Squak Valleys,” an exclusive viewing of a video which relates to the history of Snoqualmie Pass, will be at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. July 19. Co-producer Chuck Brodish will give background information on the video, which also will tell the story of an old trail that became Interstate 90.
Meet Grasshopper, Ant, Caterpillar and Pollywog at “Bayou Bug Tales” at 2 p.m. July 22. The presentation is for ages 3 and older.
The “Read, Flip, Win” video shoot will be 2 p.m. July 26. Participants will read a book and make a movie about it for a chance to win a video camera.
Watch colorful shadow puppets present “Thumbelina” at 2 p.m. July 29. The show will be performed in a darkened room and is not suggested for young children.
The Pizza and Pages Teen Book Group will be at 3 p.m. July 29. Students in grades 6 to 12 can talk about books they’ve read and eat free pizza.
Young Toddler Story Time, for age 12 to 24 months with an adult, is at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
Anime & Manga Club, for middle and high school students, meets at 3 p.m. Wednesdays to watch anime movies, eat popcorn and practice manga drawing.
Evening Family Story Time, for all young children with an adult, is at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays.
Mt Si Senior Center Bingo is 6:45 every Friday and 5:45 p.m. Sunday.
Yoga is at 11 a.m. Wednesdays. Classes are $10 a session and there is a minimum enrollment requirement of five.
To submit an item for the community calendar, send to editor@snovalleystar.com or via www.snovalleystar.com.
community calendar
July 2, 2008
Events
Pink Ribbon Day at North Bend Theater will be July 7. The event includes a showing of the film, “Wall E,” at both 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person and include popcorn and a drink. A portion of all ticket sales will be donated to the Snoqualmie Valley Relay for Life. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Jeff Warren State Farm Agency in the Snoqualmie Ridge Town Center. For more information, call 396-1055.
Life guard training will be from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. July 7-11 at Si View Park. The instructor is Kyle Stanton-Wyman. Cost is $40 for a book and each participant is encouraged to bring their own lunch. For more information, go to www.siviewpark.org.
The second annual Snoqualmie Casino 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament will be July 19-20 at Snoqualmie Ridge. Registration for the event is now open. Cost is $110 per team if registered by July 15. No more than four and no less than three players are allowed per team.
The Snoqualmie Parks and Recreation Department will offer the Summer Playground Program this summer for kids ages 6-10. Kids can enjoy arts and crafts, play games and take mini-trail hikes. The program runs from July 7 to Aug. 22 and it costs $420 for the full seven weeks, $60 per week and $15 per day. For more information, contact the Snoqualmie Parks and Recreation office at 831-5784.
The Puget Sound Blood Center has scheduled a blood drive for 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. July 12 at the Factory Stores in North Bend.
Thursday Night Concerts at Si View Park begin July 10. On opening night, “Free Rain” will play. The schedule follows with “Handful of Luvin” on July 17, “Beyond the Fringe” on July 24, “Timeless Soul” on July 31 and “Fabulous Roof Shaker” on Aug. 7. All concerts go from 6:30 to 8 p.m. To find out more, call 831-1900.
The Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine will be July 11-13 and July 18-20 at the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie. There will be 10 departures each day. The train will ride to the top of Snoqualmie Falls and there will be storytelling, live music and games with toys. Tickets are $18 for ages two and up. Advance purchase recommended, since the event usually sells out. For tickets or information, visit www.ticketweb.com or call 866-468-7630.
Editorial cartoonist Jeff Johnson will hold a cartoon drawing class from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 12 at Si View Metro Parks. The class is $44 and for ages 9-14. For more information, call 831-1900.
The 2008 Relay for Life of Snoqualmie Valley will be July 12-13 at Centennial Fields. For more information, call 1-800-ACS-2245.
“Back to the Garden,” a fundraiser for the Valley Center Stage, will include wine, food, the Cascade Jazz Trio, Susanna Fuller, Valley Center Stage players and surprise guests from 6-10 p.m. July 19 at The Nursery at Mt. Si. There will be a silent auction.
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital will raffle two bikes on July 27th at Meadowbrook Farm in North Bend as part of the Tour de Peaks. The adult bike is a Roubaix Expert Road bicycle manufactured by Specialized with a retail value of $3,300. The children’s bike is a Fuse 16 BMX, also manufactured by Specialized, with a retail value of $300. The bikes are currently on display at Singletrack Cycles, and will rotate through several Valley businesses between now and the event date. Raffle tickets - $2 for the adult bike and $1 for the children’s bike - can be purchased at the Snoqualmie Valley Chamber office, or from Bob Cole, 749-6905. Take note, you must be present to win.
The 20th Anniversary of Tour de Peaks will be celebrated July 27 in Snoqualmie Valley. Adult registration is $30 by July 3, $35 by July 23 and $40 the day of the event. Children ages 3-12 are $8.
The 69th annual Snoqualmie Railroad Days will be Aug. 1-3 in downtown Snoqualmie. The event is currently looking for volunteers, who will earn a free T-shirt and beverages for their service. To learn more about the event, go to http://www.railroaddays.com/.
Learn about the history of Snoqualmie with instructor Dave Battey. Using historic photographs from the Snoqualmie Valley Historical Society, Battey shares a history of the city of Snoqualmie, from the ice age through the 1950s. The presentation is free and will be from 2-4 p.m. Aug. 31.
The North Bend Farmers Market will last until Sept. 11. The market is free to attend and lasts from 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Si View Metro Parks.
Movie Times
North Bend Theatre show times for this week are as follows:
Thursday - “The Love Bug,” (Kids Matinee) 11 a.m.; “Wall E,” 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Friday - “Wall E,” 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m.
Saturday - “Wall E,” 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m., 8 p.m.
Sunday - “Wall E,” 2 p.m., 5 p.m., 8 p.m.
Monday - “Wall E,” (Mommy Matinee) 11 a.m., 2 p.m.; “Wall E,” (Relay for Life Pink Ribbon Day Fundraiser) 5 p.m., 8 p.m.
Tuesday - “Wall E,” 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m. 8 p.m.
Wednesday - “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory,” (Kids Matinee) 11 a.m.; “Wall E,” 2 p.m., 5 p.m., 8 p.m.
Volunteer Opportunities
Adopt-A-Park with yourself, your family, neighbors or club. Adopt-A-Park is a volunteer program for Snoqualmie residents willing to help improve and enhance public parks and trails. Volunteering requires an application and a one-year commitment. Call 831-5784.
Be a Study Zone tutor and give students the homework help they need. Study Zone needs volunteers to tutor elementary through high school students in math, science, English, social studies and study methods. A two-hour weekly commitment and flexible substitute scheduling are available. The Study Zone program is a free service offered by the King County Library System. For more information, call 369-3312.
Share your love of books and make new friends by becoming a Friend of the Library in either Snoqualmie or North Bend. Annual memberships cost $5 for individuals and $10 for families and help expand opportunities for children, families and seniors around the community. To learn more, call 888-0554.
The Mt Si Helping Hand Food Bank is seeking volunteers who will dedicate one to two hours a week to pick up food at local grocery stores. For more information, call Gail or Susan at 888-0096 or e-mail mtsihelpinghandfoodbank@yahoo.com.
Volunteers are being sought for the Festival at Mount Si on Aug. 8-10. The festival needs committee helpers, as well as weekend volunteers to make the event happen. For more information, go to www.festivalatmtsi.org or call Jill at 831-6898.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
June 25, 2008
Events
The North Bend Farmers Market will begin June 26 and last until Sept. 11. The market is free to attend and last from 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Si View Metro Parks.
The fifth annual Greenway Days will be June 28th and 29th. The event will include a number of challenges, including hikes, discovering hidden caches, bike riding, a cowboy rendevous, a car show and historic tours. To find our more, go to http://www.mtsgreenway.org/.
The Shudokai Karate Jutsu self-defense classes will begin July 1 and last until Aug. 28. There are a series of four different classes, with costs ranging from $48 to $60 for each four-week class. For more information, go to www.siviewpark.org.
Life guard training will be from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. July 7-11 at Si View Park. The instructor is Kyle Stanton-Wyman. Cost is $40 for a book and each participant is encouraged to bring their own lunch. For more information, go to www.siviewpark.org.
The Snoqualmie Parks and Recreation Department will offer the Summer Playground Program this summer for kids ages 6-10. Kids can enjoy arts and crafts, play games and take mini-trail hikes. The program runs from July 7 to Aug. 22 and is costs $420 for the full seven weeks, $60 per week and $15 per day. For more information, contact the Snoqualmie Parks and Recreation office at 831-5784.
The Puget Sound Blood Center has scheduled a blood drive for 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. July 12 at the Factory Stores in North Bend.
Thursday Night Concerts at Si View Park begin July 10. On opening night, “Free Rain” will play. The schedule follows with “Handful of Luvin” on July 17, “Beyond the Fringe” on July 24, “Timeless Soul” on July 31 and “Fabulous Roof Shaker” on Aug. 7. All concerts go from 6:30 to 8 p.m. To find out more, call 831-1900.
The Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine will be July 11-13 and July 18-20 at the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie. There will be 10 departures each day. The train will ride to the top of Snoqualmie Falls and there will be storytelling, live music and games with toys. Tickets are $18 for ages two and up. Advance purchase recommended, since the event usually sells out. For tickets or information, visit www.ticketweb.com or call 866-468-7630.
Editorial cartoonist Jeff Johnson will hold a cartoon drawing class from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 12 at Si View Metro Parks. The class is $44 and for ages 9-14. For more information, call 831-1900.
The 2008 Relay for Life of Snoqualmie Valley will be July 12-13 at Centennial Fields. For more information, call 1-800-ACS-2245.
“Back to the Garden,” a fundraiser for the Valley Center Stage, will include wine, food, the Cascade Jazz Trio, Susanna Fuller, Valley Center Stage players and surprise guests from 6-10 p.m. July 19 at The Nursery at Mt. Si. There will be a silent auction.
Basketball fans can get their fill of competition at the Snoqualmie Casino 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament on Snoqualmie Ridge July 19-20. Food and live music will be included in the tournament, which showcases 3-on-3 games in the streets. The tournament supports the Snoqualmie Valley Youth Hub, which provides opportunities to more than 4,000 young people in the Snoqualmie Valley. Cost is $100 per team if registered by June 14 and $110 per team if registered by July 15. Snoqualmie residents receive a $15 discount of team registration. For more information, go to http://www.ci.snoqualmie.wa.us/.
The 20th Anniversary of Tour de Peaks will be celebrated July 27 in Snoqualmie Valley. Adult registration is $30 by July 3, $35 by July 23 and $40 the day of the event. Children ages 3-12 are $8.
The 69th annual Snoqualmie Railroad Days will be Aug. 1-3 in downtown Snoqualmie. The event is currently looking for volunteers, who will earn a free T-shirt and beverages for their service. To learn more about the event, go to http://www.railroaddays.com/.
Learn about the history of Snoqualmie with instructor Dave Battey. Using historic photographs from the Snoqualmie Valley Historical Society, Battey shares a history of the city of Snoqualmie, from the ice age through the 1950s. The presentation is free and will be from 2-4 p.m. Aug. 31.
Movie Times
North Bend Theatre show times for this week are as follows:
Thursday - “Panda,” 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m.
Friday - “Wall E,” 2 p.m, 5 p.m, 8 p.m.
Saturday - “Wall E,” 11 a.m. (Special Needs Matinee), 2 p.m, 5 p.m, 8 p.m.
Sunday - “Wall E,” 2 p.m, 5 p.m, 8 p.m.
Monday - “Wall E,” 11 a.m. (Speical Needs Matinee), 2 p.m, 5 p.m., 8 p.m.
Tuesday - “Wall E,” 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m., 8 p.m.
Wednesday - “The Love Bug,” 11 a.m. (Kids Summer Film Series); “Wall E,” 2 p.m., 5 p.m, 8 p.m.
Volunteer Opportunities
Adopt-A-Park with yourself, your family, neighbors or club. Adopt-A-Park is a volunteer program for Snoqualmie residents willing to help improve and enhance public parks and trails. Volunteering requires an application and a one-year commitment. Call 831-5784.
Be a Study Zone tutor and give students the homework help they need. Study Zone needs volunteers to tutor elementary through high school students in math, science, English, social studies and study methods. A two-hour weekly commitment and flexible substitute scheduling are available. The Study Zone program is a free service offered by the King County Library System. For more information, call 369-3312.
The Mt Si Helping Hand Food Bank is seeking volunteers who will dedicate one to two hours a week to pick up food at local grocery stores. For more information, call Gail or Susan at 888-0096 or e-mail mtsihelpinghandfoodbank@yahoo.com.
Volunteers are being sought for the Festival at Mount Si on Aug. 8-10. The festival needs committee helpers, as well as weekend volunteers to make the event happen. For more information, go to www.festivalatmtsi.org or call Jill at 831-6898.
North Bend Library
Game On, for ages 12 to 18, meets 3- 5 p.m. Fridays to play XBox 360, Playstation, Nintendo DS, Guitar Hero and DDS. Board games also are available.
English as a Second Language classes meet at 6:30 p.m. Mondays.
Toddler Story Time, for ages 2 to 3 with an adult, meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, meets at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Snoqualmie Library
Study Zone, for students in grades kindergarten through 12th, is at 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays and 4 p.m. Thursdays.
Young Toddler Story Time, for age 12 to 24 months with an adult, is at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
Anime & Manga Club, for middle and high school students, meets at 3 p.m. Wednesdays to watch anime movies, eat popcorn and practice manga drawing.
Evening Family Story Time, for all young children with an adult, is at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays.
To submit an item for the community calendar, send to editor@snovalleystar.com or via www.snovalleystar.com.
community calendar
June 18, 2008
Events
The Kidz Love Soccer instructional summer camp will be from June 18 to July 6 at Azalea Park in Snoqualmie. Cost is $60 for the eight-week program. To register, fill out the form on the city of Snoqualmie Web site at http://www.ci.snoqualmie.wa.us/ or call 831-5784.
The 13th annual Gaslamp Scramble will be at 10 a.m. June 21 at Snoqualmie Falls Golf Course. Tournament fees are $75 per person and $300 per team. The fees include a tee package, prizes and dinner. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Issaquah Food Bank and Issaquah Valley Community Services. For more information, call 392-4547.
Learn about the history of Snoqualmie with instructor Dave Battey. Using historic photographs from the Snoqualmie Valley Historical Society, Battey shares a history of the city of Snoqualmie, from the ice age through the 1950s at Meadowbrook Farms. The presentation is free and will be from 2-4 p.m. both June 22 and Aug. 31.
This summer camp at Si View Community Center is for school ages kindergarten through fifth grade. It explores sports, swimming, arts, crafts and outdoor games, and has weekly field trips. Regular camp hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., while extended care is available from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at no additional cost. Camps spots may be reserved with a deposit of $20 per week, due at the time of registration. Fees for the camp vary by week. For more information, go to www.siviewpark.org or call 831-1900.
The North Bend Farmers Market will begin June 26 and last until Sept. 11. The market is free to attend and lasts from 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Si View Metro Parks.
The fifth annual Greenway Days will be June 28th and 29th. The event will include a number of challenges, including hikes, discovering hidden caches, bike riding, a cowboy rendezvous, a car show and historic tours. To find our more, go to http://www.mtsgreenway.org/.
The second annual Snoqualmie Casino 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament will be July 19-20 at Snoqualmie Ridge. Registration for the event is now open. Cost is $100 per team if registered by June 14 and $110 per team if registered by July 15. No more than four and no less than three players are allowed per team.
The Snoqualmie Parks and Recreation Department will offer the Summer Playground Program this summer for kids ages 6-10. Kids can enjoy arts and crafts, play games and take mini-trail hikes. The program runs from July 7 to Aug. 22 and costs $420 for the full seven weeks, $60 per week and $15 per day. For more information, contact the Snoqualmie Parks and Recreation office at 831-5784.
The Puget Sound Blood Center has scheduled a blood drive for 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. July 12 at the Factory Stores in North Bend.
Thursday Night Concerts at Si View Park begin July 10. On opening night, “Free Rain” will play. The schedule follows with “Handful of Luvin” on July 17, “Beyond the Fringe” on July 24, “Timeless Soul” on July 31 and “Fabulous Roof Shaker” on Aug. 7. All concerts go from 6:30 to 8 p.m. To find out more, call 831-1900.
The Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine will be July 11-13 and July 18-20 at the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie. There will be 10 departures each day. The train will ride to the top of Snoqualmie Falls and there will be storytelling, live music and games with toys. Tickets are $18 for ages 2 and up. Advance purchase recommended, since the event usually sells out. For tickets or information, visit www.ticketweb.com or call 866-468-7630.
Editorial cartoonist Jeff Johnson will hold a cartoon drawing class from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 12 at Si View Metro Parks. The class is $44 and for ages 9-14. For more information, call 831-1900.
The 2008 Relay for Life of Snoqualmie Valley will be July 12-13 at Centennial Fields. For more information, call 1-800-ACS-2245.
“Back to the Garden,” a fundraiser for the Valley Center Stage, will include wine, food, the Cascade Jazz Trio, Susanna Fuller, Valley Center Stage players and surprise guests from 6-10 p.m. July 19 at The Nursery at Mt. Si. There will be a silent auction.
The 20th Anniversary of Tour de Peaks will be celebrated July 27 in Snoqualmie Valley. Adult registration is $30 by July 3, $35 by July 23 and $40 the day of the event. Children ages 3-12 are $8.
The 69th annual Snoqualmie Railroad Days will be Aug. 1-3 in downtown Snoqualmie. The event is currently looking for volunteers, who will earn a free T-shirt and beverages for their service. To learn more about the event, go to http://www.railroaddays.com/.
Classes
Spanish classes are held every Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the Sno-Valley Senior Center. Open to the community. $5 per class, drop-in basis, taught by Celide Rivero.
Food Addicts Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every Thursday in North Bend. For more information, please call 888-0314.
Get tips for growing roses, from spring planting to winter support, from Master Gardner Bill Grassie at 7 p.m. June 18 at the Snoqualmie Library.
Volunteer Opportunities
Adopt-A-Park with yourself, your family, neighbors or club. Adopt-A-Park is a volunteer program for Snoqualmie residents willing to help improve and enhance public parks and trails. Volunteering requires an application and a one-year commitment. Call 831-5784.
Be a Study Zone tutor and give students the homework help they need. Study Zone needs volunteers to tutor elementary through high school students in math, science, English, social studies and study methods. A two-hour weekly commitment and flexible substitute scheduling are available. The Study Zone program is a free service offered by the King County Library System. For more information, call 369-3312.
The Mt Si Helping Hand Food Bank is seeking volunteers who will dedicate one to two hours a week to pick up food at local grocery stores. For more information, call Gail or Susan at 888-0096 or e-mail mtsihelpinghandfoodbank@yahoo.com.
Volunteers are being sought for the Festival at Mount Si on Aug. 8-10. The festival needs committee helpers, as well as weekend volunteers to make the event happen. For more information, go to www.festivalatmtsi.org or call Jill at 831-6898.
North Bend Library
Snoqualmie Valley Chess Club, for adults, children and families, meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays.
Game On, for ages 12 to 18, meets 3- 5 p.m. Fridays to play XBox 360, Playstation, Nintendo DS, Guitar Hero and DDS. Board games also are available.
English as a Second Language classes meet at 6:30 p.m. Mondays.
Toddler Story Time, for ages 2 to 3 with an adult, meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, meets at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Snoqualmie Library
Study Zone, for students in grades kindergarten through 12th, is at 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays and 4 p.m. Thursdays.
Young Toddler Story Time, for ages 12 to 24 months with an adult, is at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
Anime & Manga Club, for middle and high school students, meets at 3 p.m. Wednesdays to watch anime movies, eat popcorn and practice manga drawing.
Evening Family Story Time, for all young children with an adult, is at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays.
Clubs
Rotary Club of Snoqualmie meets at 7 a..m. every Thursday at the Snoqualmie Ridge Golf Club. E-mail SnoqualmieRotary@yahoo.com.
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’s Women’s Auxiliary meets the first and third Tuesday of the month 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.
The Snoqualmie Valley Youth Hub provides cultural, athletic, recreational and educational opportunities to more than 4,000 young people in the valley. Call 831-5543.
Loyal Order of Moose is located at 108 Sydney Ave. in North Bend. Men meet at 6 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. Women meet at 7 p.m. the third and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Call 888-0951.
Washington Freemasons meet at 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at Unity Lodge #198 in North Bend. Call 888=5779.
To submit an item for the community calendar, send to editor@snovalleystar.com or via www.snovalleystar.com.
Community Calendar
June 12, 2008
Events
The 2008 class of Mount Si High School will hold its graduation ceremonies at 7:30 p.m. June 12 at the football stadium. For more information, call 831-8100.
There will be a free children’s safety fair, sponsored by SnoValley Indoor Playground, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. June 13 at Si View Community Center. Free bike helmets will be distributed to the first 80 children, safety materials will be handed out and local firefighters and police officers will be in attendance. For more information, call 654-4685 or 831-7808.
Registration for adult men’s and co-ed recreational softball is now until June 13 with the City of Snoqualmie. The season begins July 8 and ends Aug. 31. For more information, please call the City of Snoqualmie Parks and Recreation department at 831-5784.
The Sno-Valley Senior Center will have a dinner fundraiser in connection with Father’s Day from 4:30-6:30 p.m. June 14. A dinner that includes a choice of either ribs, steak, chicken, salmon and sides will cost $15. Reservations are recommended.
Kids can have their helmets and bicycles checked for safety and can compete in an obstacle course that teaches them how to navigate on their bike safely at the Fourth Annual Tanner Jeans Memorial Bike Safety Rodeo from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 14 at Cascade View Elementary in Snoqualmie . Each child who completes the course will receive a certificate and a T-shirt. Free food will be on hand.
The 37th annual Fall City Days will be held June 14 in Fall City. Activities include a Fun Run, a parade, a watermelon eating contest, a duck derby and a hoop fest. For more information, go to http://www.fallcity.org/fallcitydays.html.
Fathers can ride free with a paying child on the trains departing the depot June 14-15. The excursions last 65 minutes and depart from Snoqualmie at 11:01 a.m., 12:16 p.m., 1:31 p.m., 2:46 p.m., 4:01 p.m. and 4:41 p.m. They depart from North Bend at 11:26. a.m., 12:41 p.m., 1:56 p.m., 3:11 p.m. and 4:26 p.m. For more information, call 888-3030.
Spay or neuter your pets June 18 in the city of Snoqualmie Parking lot, 7940 Railroad Avenue. The event begins at 7 a.m. and is first-come, first-serve. The cost is free for individuals on public assistance. For all others, cats are $25 for neuters and $35 for spays and dogs are $45 for neuters and $55 for spays. Pets are not to be fed after 10 p.m. the night before and it’s recommended pet owners bring two towels per animal. For more information, visit www.PasadoSafeHaven.org or call 360-793-SPAY.
The Kidz Love Soccer instructional summer camp will be from June 18 to July 6 at Azalea Park in Snoqualmie. Cost is $60 for the eight-week program. To register, fill out the form on the city of Snoqualmie Web site at http://www.ci.snoqualmie.wa.us/ or call 831-5784.
The 13th annual Gaslamp Scramble will be at 10 a.m. June 21 at Snoqualmie Falls Golf Course. Tournament fees are $75 per person and $300 per team. The fees include a tee package, prizes and dinner. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Issaquah Food Bank and Issaquah Valley Community Services. For more information, call 392-4547.
Learn about the history of Snoqualmie with instructor Dave Battey. Using historic photographs from the Snoqualmie Valley Historical Society, Battey shares a history of the city of Snoqualmie, from the ice age through the 1950s. The presentation is free and will be from 2-4 p.m. both June 22 and Aug. 31.
This summer camp at Si View Community Center is for school ages kindergarten through fifth grade. It explores sports, swimming, arts, crafts and outdoor games, and has weekly field trips. Regular camp hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., while extended care is available from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at no additional cost. Camps spots may be reserved with a deposit of $20 per week, due at the time of registration. Fees for the camp vary by week. For more information, go to www.siviewpark.org or call 831-1900.
The North Bend Farmers Market will begin June 26 and lasts until Sept. 11. The market is free to attend and last from 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Si View Metro Parks.
The fifth annual Greenway Days will be June 28th and 29th. The event will include a number of challenges, including hikes, discovering hidden caches, bike riding, a cowboy rendezvous, a car show and historic tours. To find our more, go to http://www.mtsgreenway.org/.
The Summer Playground Program, organized by the City of Snoqualmie Parks and Recreation, will be July 7 through August 2. The camp is for youths ages 6-10 and costs $420 for the full seven weeks. One week is $60. To register, or for more information, call 831-5784.
Thursday Night Concerts at Si View Park begin July 10. On opening night, “Free Rain” will play. The schedule follows with “Handful of Luvin” on July 17, “Beyond the Fringe” on July 24, “Timeless Soul” on July 31 and “Fabulous Roof Shaker” on Aug. 7. All concerts go from 6:30 to 8 p.m. To find out more, call 831-1900.
The Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine will be July 11-13 and July 18-20 at the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie. There will be 10 departures each day. The train will ride to the top of Snoqualmie Falls and there will be storytelling, live music and games with toys. Tickets are $18 for ages two and up. Advance purchase recommended, since the event usually sells out. For tickets or information, visit www.ticketweb.com or call 866-468-7630.
Editorial cartoonist Jeff Johnson will hold a cartoon drawing class from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 12 at Si View Metro Parks. The class is $44 and for ages 9-14. For more information, call 831-1900.
The 2008 Relay for Life of Snoqualmie Valley will be July 12-13 at Centennial Fields. For more information, call 1-800-ACS-2245.
“Back to the Garden,” a fundraiser for the Valley Center Stage, will include wine, food, the Cascade Jazz Trio, Susanna Fuller, Valley Center Stage players and surprise guests from 6-10 p.m. July 19 at The Nursery at Mt. Si. There will be a silent auction.
Basketball fans can get their fill of competition at the Snoqualmie Casino 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament on Snoqualmie Ridge July 19-20. Food and live music will be included in the tournament, which showcases 3-on-3 games in the streets. The tournament supports the Snoqualmie Valley Youth Hub, which provides opportunities to more than 4,000 young people in the Snoqualmie Valley. Cost is $100 per team if registered by June 14 and $110 per team if registered by July 15. Snoqualmie residents receive a $15 discount of team registration. For more information, go to http://www.ci.snoqualmie.wa.us/.
The 20th Anniversary of Tour de Peaks will be celebrated July 27 in Snoqualmie Valley. Adult registration is $30 by July 3, $35 by July 23 and $40 the day of the event. Children ages 3-12 are $8.
The 69th annual Snoqualmie Railroad Days will be Aug. 1-3 in downtown Snoqualmie. The event is currently looking for volunteers, who will earn a free T-shirt and beverages for their service. To learn more about the event, go to http://www.railroaddays.com/.
Classes
Get tips for growing roses, from spring planting to winter support, from Master Gardner Bill Grassie at 7 p.m. June 18 at the Snoqualmie Library.
Volunteer Opportunities
The Mt Si Helping Hand Food Bank is seeking volunteers who will dedicate one to two hours a week to pick up food at local grocery stores. For more information, call Gail or Susan at 888-0096 or e-mail mtsihelpinghandfoodbank@yahoo.com.
Volunteers are being sought for the Festival at Mount Si on Aug. 8-10. The festival needs committee helpers, as well as weekend volunteers to make the event happen. For more information, go to www.festivalatmtsi.org or call Jill at 831-6898.
To submit an item for the community calendar, send to editor@snovalleystar.com or via www.snovalleystar.com
Community calendar
June 4, 2008
Events
The second annual Rally In The Valley, an adult flag football tournament, will be June 7 at Mount Si High School. Team slots are available and are $40 per player, which includes a t-shirt, hospitality tent and lunch. Proceeds to benefit Mount Si High School athletics.
Twede’s Café is helping Teresa and Jeff Warren raise money for Relay for Life by holding a spaghetti dinner from 6-8 p.m. June 11. All proceeds from spaghetti orders at Twede’s Cafe, 137 North Bend Way, will benefit the Snoqualmie Valley Relay and the American Cancer Society.
The 13th annual Gaslamp Scramble will be at 10 a.m. June 21 at Snoqualmie Falls Golf Course. Tournament fees are $75 per person and $300 per team. The fees include a tee package, prizes and dinner. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Issaquah Food Bank and Issaquah Valley Community Services. For more information, call 392-4547.
Editorial cartoonist Jeff Johnson will hold a cartoon drawing class from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 12 at Si View Metro Parks. The class is $44 and for ages 9-14. For more information, call 831-1900.
Movie Times
North Bend Theatre show times for this week are as follows:
Thursday - “Indiana Jones,” 7 p.m.
Friday - “Indiana Jones,” 5 and 8 p.m.
Saturday - “Indiana Jones,” 2, 5 and 8 p.m.
Sunday - “Indiana Jones,” 2 and 5 p.m.
Monday - “Indiana Jones,” 7 p.m.
Tuesday - “Indiana Jones,” 7 p.m.
Wednesday - “Indiana Jones,” 10 a.m. (Mommy Matinee), 1 p.m. (Adults Matinee), 7 p.m.
