Victoria Dzenis, Author at Wallyhood

Community Events at the WCSC in September

Victoria Dzenis September 6, 2015 Comments are off

September is upon us, which means it’s time to join in community to celebrate the harvest, enjoy the crisp Fall air and return to a place of learning. Check out these enjoyable & educational events this September at Wallingford Community Senior Center!

Harvest Breakfast

Bring the whole family to celebrate the season in the most delicious way! Join us for a harvest breakfast including a make-your-own breakfast burrito bar, muffins, fruit, and beverages! Afterwards, make sure to visit the 2015 Harvest Fair (10am – 4pm in Meridian Playground behind the Good Shepherd Center). Veggies and fruit generously provided by farmers …

Art Opening at WCSC

Victoria Dzenis July 20, 2015 Comments are off

“Echoes of a Lifetime” portraits displayed at Wallingford Community Senior Center this summer

Local artist Savvy Dani has completed eight portraits of Wallingford and other local area elders as a part of her “Echoes of a Lifetime” project, which has been awarded a grant from the Office of Arts & Culture. Savvy has worked closely with Wallingford Community Senior Center participants over the last several months for the portrait project, which includes short interviews with the subjects about their lives.

Savvy’s powerful work will be on display at Wallingford Community Senior Center beginning next week through the end of September. …

Wallingford is Invited to Spain Next Saturday

Victoria Dzenis June 14, 2015 2 Comments

Wallingford neighbors and friends are invited to dine in community on Saturday, June 20th from 6-8:30 PM and experience “A Night in Spain Paella Dinner!”

Wallingford Community Senior Center hosts an evening of Spanish delights featuring a delicious, authentic meal of tapas, sangria, seafood paella, and sorbet de champan, followed by a ravishing performance by Flamenco Luz. $20/person, tickets available at Wallingford Community Senior Center (4649 Sunnyside Ave. N., Suite 140), via phone 206-461-7825 or online here: anightinspain.brownpapertickets.com

Proceeds from this event go to support the programs and services at Wallingford Community Senior Center! Come out and enjoy a Night …

An Ask to GiveBIG on Tuesday

Victoria Dzenis May 4, 2015 1 Comment

A message from Kathleen Cromp, Wallingford Community Senior Center & Jake Weber, FamilyWorks Family Resource Center & Food Bank:

Something Big on Tuesday – Rally Cry for Wallyhood Champions!

This Tuesday May 5th GiveBIG returns for year 5! This 24 hour on-line giving event, hosted by Seattle Foundation, is a catalyst for extraordinary giving across the region. Donations on this day will lend a boost to nearly 1700 local nonprofits that are the bedrock of our vibrant community.

Seattle Foundation’s Tony Mestres says, “Prosperity is not shared amongst all of our citizens. We’re focused on reducing inequities and ensuring everyone …

Helpful & Healthful Programs at WCSC

Victoria Dzenis April 25, 2015 Comments are off

Wallingford Community Senior Center is chock full of fun, informative and health-related programming in May! It all kicks off with our Spring Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 3rd – All ages welcome! Bring your friends & family for a hearty breakfast to support programs at WCSC. Learn some Spring Cleaning techniques at the “Less Stuff: More Possibilities” workshop on May 6th, attend the many health-related presentations we’re offering this month and participate in an exclusive dance class with the world-renowned Pilobolus Dance Troupe on May 14th!

Spring Pancake Breakfast
Date: Sunday, May 3
Time: 9 am – 12 pm
Cost: …

Arts, Resources & Community at the WCSC

Victoria Dzenis April 2, 2015 Comments are off

Editor’s note: The events below have been added to the Wallyhood Calendar.

Spring is a time for renewal – what do you want to re-commit to this April? At Wallingford Community Senior Center, find opportunities to enjoy music & dance, learn about resources that are available for you or just come together in community to find more joy! Check out these programs being offered in April:

Jazz Standards Concert

Enjoy a piano and vocal duo performing favorite jazz standards during lunch! Local Wallingford Baristas Zachary Rushing and Clarkia Cobb perform jazz in various settings across the city and enjoy being …

When the Grandkids Come Out (of the Closet)

Victoria Dzenis February 23, 2015 Comments are off

Wallingford Community Senior Center is excited to feature members of the Seattle/Bellevue PFLAG Speaker’s Bureau on Weds. Feb. 25^th at 2 PM, to give a presentation designed to help grandparents understand issues facing their Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender grandkids.

“What to Do When the Grandkids Come Out” will feature stories from members of the LGBT community as well as their families and friends. Questions are encouraged at this educational event.

Would you like to better understand LGBT issues? Learn to support someone who is lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender? Hear the personal stories of LGBT individuals and family …

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