As a community focused on providing support and social engagement, we enjoy sharing the latest news with our members, friends, families and community:

• Message from the President of the Board
• What is Happening in NNN

• February NNN Events & Gatherings
• News You Can Use by Rita G.
  
• NNN Events Calendar
  
• February Birthdays
  
• Our Neighborhood is Growing - Statistics
  
• Thank you to our Community Business Sponsors

• Continue to Meet Our Members Needs: NNN is here for all its members – both the volunteers and those receiving help.
• Finalize and Implement Our 3-Year Strategic Plan: This plan will guide our organizational development and ensure that we are effectively achieving our mission.
• Enhance Our Operational Efficiency: We will streamline our processes and improve our internal operations to maximize our impact and minimize administrative burdens.

Thank you to each of you who have replied with your generous monetary support of our year end giving letter and campaign. So far we have received $10,500 which has exceeded our goal of $10,000. You’re helping ensure our ongoing growth in empowering Seniors.

Donations help more seniors and disabled adults in our community receive trusted support to thrive in their own homes. Donations are important for NNN to continue to provide services to our members.

“Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.”  — Desmond Tutu

THIRD PLACE COMMONS (Lake Forest Park Towne Center) has several events:

• Live Music and Dancing every Friday and Saturday night at 7pm.  It's FREE, come enjoy a variety of different genres of music:  January 24 - The Fabulous Orchids (60s & 70s), January 25 - Pacifica Big Band (Swing) and January 31 - Boogie Boulevard (Dance/Pop & R&B). Check out their calendar for upcoming choices https://www.thirdplacecommons.org/calendar/

• Bring your current Fiber work-in-progress, any knitting, crocheting, sewing or stitching, every Monday, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  It's FREE, come relax and connect with other fiber enthusiasts to share tips and enjoy great company in a creative atmosphere.  All skill levels welcome!

• Come enjoy a casual group focused on Community Connecting, Uplifting, Persisting (CUP), every 2nd & 4th Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Next one is Saturday, January 25.  This gathering is FREE & open to all from every walk of life, we talk about the things that foster kindness and empower us to be more present.

• FREE Hopelink Internet Skills Class will be offered February 25 through March 20 (Tuesday & Thursday), at the Hopelink Shoreline Center 17837 Aurora Ave. N.  You will learn internet Basics, Navigate Websites, Search, Internet Privacy, Email Basics.  Please email for more information or to sign up. digitalskills@hopelink.org or 425-410-0066.

• The Shoreline LFP Senior Center will have the Fred Hutch Mammogram Van at the senior center on Tuesday, January 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  This is a quick (15min) way to get your annual screening and you don't need a Dr. referral.  Bring medical insurance card and picture I.D.  Appts are scheduled directly with Fred Hutch, call 206-606-7800.  Unfortunately, the van cannot accommodate participants requiring wheelchairs, walkers, or canes.  Next Van visit will be April 29.

• FREE Cooking Demo: Boost Your Immunity with Vitamin C-Packed Recipes is offered in-person at Verdant or via Zoom on Wednesday, January 29 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. If attending in person, you must check-in by 12:50 p.m. at 4710 196th St SW Lynnwood, through the back doors facing the large parking lot. https://verdanthealth.org/event/hybrid-cooking-demo-boost-your-immunity-with-vitamin-c-packed-recipes/       

• Basics of indoor plant care for healthy and happy plants.  Class is Saturday, February 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Shoreline College, in the 2900 bldg (room 2905).  Class will go over the basics of houseplant care:  lighting, watering, soil, repotting, fertilizing, humidity, propagation, troubleshooting potential problems and more!  The cost is $59 and you can register here: https://www.campusce.net/shoreline/course/course.aspx?C=306&pc=6&mc=0&sc=0

• Come, enjoy a classical music concert, the Philharmonia Northwest: American Boulangerie on Sunday, February 2, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The program begins with a world premiere orchestration of R. Nathaniel Dett’s dreamy, poetry-inspired Cinnamon Grove by WWU professor Dr. James Ray. Then, Virginia Elizondo, a “young, blooming, dramatic soprano,” joins the orchestra as soloist on Samuel Barber’s swooning Knoxville Summer of 1915. The orchestra explores a duo of short works by pianist-composer Mary Howe and a rare visitor: the complete ballet score to Aaron Copland’s landmark, Appalachian Spring.
  Location is the Shorecrest Performing Arts Center 15343 25th Ave NE in Shoreline.  Tickets are $20 seniors, $10 students, $30 adults. Purchase tickets and more information:  https://philharmonianw.org/american-boulangerie/

• FREE Zoom webinar exploring how nutrition plays a role in managing Heart Disease and High Blood Pressure.  To be held Wednesday, February 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  This is presented by Sound Dietitians, LLC, sponsored by Verdant, and co-sponsored by Stilly Valley Health Connections.  Registration required:  https://verdanthealth.org/event/virtual_heart_disease_and_high_blood_pressure_nutrition_interventions_webinar/

• FREE Cooking Demo: to manage heart disease and high blood pressure, achieving a Healthy Heart.  Offered in-person at Verdant or via Zoom on Wednesday, February 26, from 1:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.   If attending in person, you must check-in by 12:50 p.m. at 4710 196th St SW Lynnwood, enter through the back doors facing the large parking lot. You must pre-register:  https://verdanthealth.org/event/hybrid-cooking-demo-healthy-heart/

• Martha Beck on How Art, Nature, and Community Heal the Mind
  How do we truly connect with ourselves and others? In this thoughtful conversation, the profound role of nature, creativity, and community is explored in calming the mind and finding purpose. We reflect on the power of stillness, joy, and shared connection to move beyond anxiety and rediscover our natural state. Let’s embrace the beauty of creating and belonging together.  Martha Beck, PhD, is a Harvard-trained sociologist, world-renowned life coach and New York Times bestselling author.  https://youtu.be/bb0l-OGLM6c?si=GiHzSoTJhHrE9VX4

• United States Postal Service wants to make us aware of a "Brushing Scam".  This happens when you receive a package in the mail that you did not order.  Follow the tips in the link below to keep your personal information safe and be aware of what to do in the event you receive unsolicited merchandise.
  https://www.uspis.gov/news/scam-article/brushing-scam

Want to see if something’s been added or changed before you lock in your plans? 

  

Join us in wishing our NNN members and volunteers born in February a very happy birthday month! We hope each of you finds something that makes you smile, as we smile with you. 

Happy Birthday to:  

ILana A., Katie A., Yukine B., Karen B., Ralph B., Catherine B., Gail D., Michelle D., Eva F., Patty F., Bill F., Beth F., Carol F., Myra G. Shirley H., Harold H., Jan H., Lissa H., Vibeke I., Kristy K., Arnie K., Wenchiang L, Murl M., Emily M., Dolores O., Katherine O., Barbara R., Graeme R., Libby S., Suanna S., Christine S., Sandra W., Lois W., and Danielle W.

We are grateful to our Sponsors for their support to help sustain and expand our organizational efforts to meet the community need.

Networking Sponsors

Interested in Becoming an NNN Community Business Sponsor? Learn more Here. Email: info@northwestneighborsnetwork.org or call 253-237-2848 to leave a message.