Calendar of Events
21st Annual Pacific Northwest Historics Vintage Auto Races
July 3, 2009
21st Annual Pacific Northwest Historics Vintage Auto Races Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, gates open at 8:30 a.m.; Pacific Raceways, Kent.
Enjoy races featuring rare pre-1970 automobiles. Adults: $25 per day or $40 for three days. Children: $5 per day. Visit http://www.northwesthistorics.com or call 206-987-4877.
Presented by the SOVREN Guild.
High Tops and Healthy Hearts Golf Tournament and Dinner Auction
July 18, 2009
Golf tournament and dinner auction held at The Links at Interbay, Saturday at 6:00 p.m. Hosted by the Jamal Crawford Foundation. Proceeds benefit Seattle Children’s Sports Medicine and Childhood Obesity programs.
Admission starts at $75. Sponsorship levels start at $250.
Register at Jamal Crawford.
Seattle's Annual Diversity Day Career Fair
July 21, 2009
Seattle City Center - Fisher Pavillion
Port Ludlow Walk-a-Thon
July 25, 2009
Port Ludlow Walk-a-Thon Saturday, July 25, 9 a.m.; Port Ludlow Marina parking lots.
Choose from two scenic hikes, both with beautiful views of Ludlow Bay.
$20 for individuals, $25 for families. For more information call 360/437-0216.
Presented by the Port Ludlow Auxiliary.
No Longer a Child, Not Yet an Adult: Ethical Issues in Adolescent Health Care
July 24-25, 2009
Presented by The Treuman Katz Center for Pediatric Bioethics at Seattle Children’s Research Institute
Bell Harbor International Conference Center
2211 Alaskan Way, Pier 66
Seattle, WA 98121
Please join us at Bell Harbor International Conference Center for this two-day event. This conference features distinguished guest speakers in the fields of pediatric bioethics, medicine, and law who will discuss ethical and controversial issues involved in adolescent health care. Please visit our website at http://bioethics.seattlechildrens.org to learn more about the conference! Register before or on May 1 for $195. Registration fees increase to $275 after this date.
Seventh Annual "Soak Up the Sun"
August 1, 2009
Seventh Annual “Soak Up the Sun” Saturday, August 1, 5 p.m.; private residence, Bayview, WA.
Join the Vala Youngquist Guild for an outdoor garden party with wine, seafood hors d’oeuvres, a catered dinner and dancing. Price includes raffle and silent auction.
For more information call 360/856-4645.
Dance the Night Away for Seattle Children's Hospital
August 8, 2009
Join us for a night of dancing to a wide variety of music benefiting uncompensated care at Seattle Children’s. Food and beverages will be provided.
5p.m. - 11p.m.
Kenmore Community Club
$12/person - kids 10 and under are FREE
For more information, email marta.boyle@seattlechildrens.org.
Free Summer Camp for Children with Mitochondrial Disease
August 10, 2009
One-of-a-kind, free-of-charge, overnight camp for children ages 7-16 with mitochondrial disease. August 10-14, 2009. Camp Korey, Carnation, WA.
Therapeutic activities will include: canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, horse back riding, climbing wall, fishing, theatre, and much more! For more informatio, please contact Hillary Carey at Camp Korey, (425) 884-3225., or email hcarey@campkorey.org
Camp applications are available at http://www.campkorey.org
Auction of Washington Wines
August 13, 2009
August 13-15, 2009 at Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville
Picnic with the Winemakers & Barrel Auction -Thursday, August 13th wine tastings, casual gourmet picnic, games, barrel & silent auctions and entertainment.
Wine Maker Dinners- Friday, August 14th; intimate winemaker dinner series at wineries and private residences in the greater Seattle area.
Covey Run 10K and Talking Rain 5K Run/Walk & Kids Dash - Saturday, August 15th 8 a.m.; run/walk through Woodinville’s wine country. Start and finish at Red Hook Brewery.
Gala Auction -Saturday, August 15th; a black tie evening with Live and Silent Auctions featuring incredible Washington wine collections and experiences, unique wine vacations plus a multi-course dinner created by renown Northwest chefs coupled with Washington wine.
Benefiting Children’s Hospital uncompensated care. Visit the Auction of Washington Wines for more information.
Lenny Wilkens Celebrity Golf Classic & Dinner Auction
August 14, 2009
Dinner Auction:
Friday, August 14th at Hyatt Regency Bellevue
Celebrity Golf Classic:
Saturday, Aug 15th at the Golf Club at Echo Falls
The Lenny Wilkens Foundation supports programs at Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic and Seattle Children’s. Visit Lenny Wilkens Foundation or call (425) 223-5387 for more information.
Ride Baby Ride Poker Run
August 15, 2009
Ride Baby Ride Poker Run Saturday, August 15, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Skagit Harley-Davidson, Burlington
This event is a motorcycle ride involving 5 stops to draw a playing card. The participant with the highest Poker Hand wins. There will also be a prize for the lowest hand. When the participants return there will be a BBQ, live music and a raffle.
Ticket price $25 per person. For more information call 360-588-6993 or lwing@nwlink.com
Presented by the Ann Carlson Guild.
Covey Run 10K and 5K Run/Walk & Kids Dash
August 15, 2009
Covey Run 10K and 5K Run/Walk & Kids Dash Saturday, August 15, 8 a.m.; start and finish at Redhook Ale Brewery, Woodinville
Pre-register for $30; $35 on race day. Children under 10 participate in Kids Dash for free.
Bring pledges and donations. Register at <a http://www.runforchildrens.org
Presented by the Run for Children’s Guild.
Garden GAGA
August 21, 2009
Garden GAGA Friday, August 21, 4 to 9 p.m.; Juntunen Farm and Gardens, 18091 Burkland Rd., Mt. Vernon, WA.
Let’s celebrate the diverse character of our community and connect with others who appreciate our good fortune to work, live and play in Skagit County.
Go GAGA and invite your friends, family, employees, customers, clients and acquaintances. Expand our circle of friends!
$30 per person advance ticket sales only before August 14 concact debi@skagit.org or 360.336.6114.
Goodie bags for the first 200 registered. Ticket includes appetizers, garden tour, live music, dancing and much, much more.
For more info go to http://juntunengardens.com and click on calendar of events.
This event is benefiting Seattle Children’s Hospital.
Fifth Annual "Cones for Kids"
August 23, 2009
Fifth Annual “Cones for Kids” Sunday, August 23, 1 to 4 p.m.; Seattle.
Purchase ice cream, cones and sundaes, play games and enjoy the beautiful beach! Free pair of Babylegs to first 50 supporters. Sponsored by Pacific Continental Bank and presented by the Eternally Joyful Guild.
For more information sarahshines@hotmail.com
10th Annual Children's Golf Classic Dinner Party
August 23, 2009
10th Annual Children’s Golf Classic Dinner Party Sunday, August 23, 4 p.m.; Safeco Field, Seattle
Join the Friends of Costco Guild for one of Seattle Children’s premier fundraising events.
Seating is limited. $250 per person. Call 206-281-7130.
2009 Park to Park Swim
August 23, 2009
2009 Park to Park Swim Sunday, August 23, 7:30 a.m.; Matthews Beack, Seattle.
Please join the Park to Park Guild for a 1.5 mile swim that begins at Matthews Beach in Seattle and ending at O.O. Denny Park in Juanita.
Registration:
$45 prior to July 14
$60 if received by August 9
$75 if received by August 22
No day of registration
Register in person or by mail at: Park to Park Swim, Everyday Athlete, 11829 98th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98034.
Seventh Annual "Cure for Mito" Auction & Dinner
September 11, 2009
Seventh Annual “Cure for Mito” Auction and Dinner Friday, 5 p.m.; Willows Lodge, Woodinville.
Event will feature cocktail reception with champagne and hors d’oeuvres, four-course dinner with wines by JM Cellars and dancing. $125 per person.
For more information call 425/890-0025 or www.nwmito-research.org
Ned & Kayla Skinner Guild 20th Anniversary Event
September 12, 2009
Ned & Kayla Skinner Guild 20th Anniversary Event Saturday, September 12, 6:30 p.m.; 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle.
Event will include entertainment by Billy Joe and the Dusty 45s, dinner catered by the Palomino restaurant and a silent auction featuring a dazzling selection of wines.
Cost $75 per person.
Third Annual Sydney Coxon Memorial Golf Tournament
September 12, 2009
Third Annual Sydney Coxon Memorial Golf Tournament Saturday, September 12, 1:30 p.m.; Legion Memorial Golf Course, Everett.
Join the Pink Polka Dots Junior Guild for a day of fun to benefit pediatric brain tumor research.
$125 per person includes golf, dinner and silent auction; $60 for dinner and silent auction only. For more information http://www.pinkpolkadotsguild.com
Seventh Annual Kirkland Concours d'Elegance
September 13, 2009
Seventh Annual Kirkland Concours d’Elegance Sunday, September 13, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Carillon Point, Kirkland
Enjoy an expressive display of classic automobiles, motocycles and vintage wooden boats. Adults, $25; children 7-17, $10; kids under 7, free.
Visit http://www.kirklandconcours.com or call 425-822-7066.
Supported by the SOVREN Guild.
Circus of Dreams Benefit
September 18, 2009
Circus of Dreams Benefit Friday, 8 p.m. and Saturday, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.; ACT Theatre, Seattle.
The Circus of Dreamd Guild showcases circus and performance artists to benefit pediatric brain tumor research.
Friday show, $25 per person; Saturday shows $25 for adults, $10 for children.
For more information call 425-882-0632 or circusofdreams.org
27th Annual Anacortes Home and Boat Tour
September 20, 2009
27th Annual Anacortes Home and Boat Tour Sunday, September 20, 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Anacortes.
Enjoy a tour of beautiful homes and boats in “Old Town” Anacortes. For safety on boat decks, no heels, please.
$15 per person. For more information call 360-466-9258.
Presented by the Samuel Gordon Brooks Guild.
Bag Ladies of Seattle
September 24, 2009
Made from parachute silk, Ecosilk, holds up to thirty pounds and last on average five years. Not only are they strong, durable and washable, they’re also gorgeous with an array of vibrant colors to choose from.
20% of proceeds benefit Seattle Children’s Hospital’s uncompensated care. To purchase and for more information visit Bag Ladies of Seattle. The Cupon Code is: SeattleChildrens.
Heart and "Sole" Ladies Luncheon & Auction
October 4, 2009
Heart and “Sole” Ladies Luncheon and Auction Sunday, October 4, 11:30 a.m.;TPC Snoqualmie Ridge Golf Club, Snoqualmie.
Join the Dreams of Hope Guild for wine, appetizers, lunch and dessert.
$50 per person includes silent and live auction.
For more informaton dianareul@hotmail.com or dreamsofhopeguild.org
Seattle Children's ASTAR Autism Guild Annual Gala & Auction
October 10, 2009
Seattle Children’s ASTAR Autism Guild Annual Gala & Auction Sunday, 5:30 p.m.; Grand Hyatt Seattle.
Join the ASTAR Autism Guild and auctioneer John Curley for cocktails, dinner and silent and live auctions. $150 per person.
For more information call 206-332-1646.
10th Annual Cruise for a Cure
October 17, 2009
10th Annual Cruise for a Cure Saturday, October 17, 6:30 p.m.; Issaquah Community Center.
The Jaquish Dukelow Memorial Guild (formerly Jordyn Dukelow Memorial Guild) will present appetizers, hosted bar, music by Nina and the Big Boys and silent and live auctions. $50 per person.
For more information call 425/351-0139.
"Cha-Cha-Cha for Children's"
October 17, 2009
“Cha-Cha-Cha for Children’s” Saturday, October 17, 6:30 p.m.; Overlake Golf & Country Club, Medina.
Hit the dance floor after enjoying hors d’oeuvres, wine, dinner and a small live auction.
$150 per person. Cocktail attire. Contact amylouise@comcast.net or call 425-453-6662.
Presented by the We Believe Guild.
Run of Hope
October 18, 2009
Run of Hope Sunday, Oct. 18, registration begins, 8 a.m.; Seward Park, Seattle
Following a 5K run and 3K walk, participants will enjoy live music, food and prizes. $25 before Oct. 16; $30 on race day. Visit http://www.runofhopeseattle.org
Presented by Seattle Children’s Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Guild and the Four Seasons Hotel Seattle.
24th Annual Harvest Ball
October 24, 2009
24th Annual Harvest Ball Saturday, October 24, 6 p.m.; Red Lion Hotel, Pasco.
Enjoy dinner, dancing and live and silent auctions for $100 per person. Black tie optional.
Call 509-628-8190.
Presented by the Tri-City Guilds for Children’s.
"Unmasking Hydrocephalus"
October 24, 2009
“Unmasking Hydrocephalus” Saturday, October 24, 5:30 p.m.; Hyatt Regency Bellevue.
Join the Hydrocephalus Research Guild and emcee Dennis Bounds of KING 5 News for a Vetenian carnival-themed gala and auction. $125 per person.
Visit http://hydroresearch.org or call 425-482-0479.
31st Annual Festival of Trees
November 22, 2009
31st Annual Festival of Trees Sunday, November 22, 3 to 5:30 p.m., dinner, 5:30 p.m.; Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle.
The Dr. Forrest L. Flashman Guild presents 20 beautiful Christmas trees to be auctioned for Seattle Children’s. Free admission includes refreshments, music and entertainment.
Afterward, enjoy dinner in the Georgian Room; children, $33; adults, $72.
Visit http://www.seattlefestivaloftrees.com
NW Landscape by Design, LLC
December 17, 2009
For 2009, NW Landscape by Design, LLC will be donating the following amounts to Seattle Children’s Hospital:
- 5% of Residential Landscape Installation Services
- 3% of Residential Landscape Design Services
- 5% of Commercial Landscape Installation & Design Services
For more information:
visit NW Landscape by Design or call 253-217-3270 or 253-217-3015
Exceptional Parent magazine discount
June 9, 2010
Exceptional Parent magazine is the premier information source for parents and professionals caring for young adults and children with special health care needs. EP offers you up-to-date information on issues facing people with special needs and those who care for them.
Subscriptions are being offered to Seattle Children’s employees and friends at a low introductory rate of $34.95 for 12 issues. You will also receive EP’s Annual Resource Guide, an indispensable tool for families, physicians, and healthcare providers, at no additional cost to you!
For each new subscription, EP will donate $10 to Seattle Children’s Hospital. Click to subscribe.