|
We have a wide variety of special events and
fundraisers throughout the year to which the entire community is invited to
attend. For certain events, it is important for that you RSVP by calling (206)
297-0875. We appreciate your doing so and hope to see you at one of our special
events soon! For photos of past events see our growing
Photo Gallery.
June 2008
Sip some yummy tea while GSC
members strut their stuff on the catwalk, modeling clothes which may be
purchased on site. This event, sponsored by the Social Committee, supports the
American Cancer Society and the Roosevelt Discovery Shop.
Volunteer Breakfast: Wed, June 18, 9:30 am, free for volunteers
Come on out for a celebratory
breakfast in honor of our many fabulous, dedicated, and hard-working volunteers.
We are happy to welcome Trudy James, a hospital chaplain and CareTeam Specialist
for Multifaith Works as our guest speaker for this event.
The Show Bizz
Kids from the Denice Hunt Townhomes will entertain at the GSC with an
intergenerational, intercultural event. Come enjoy Broadway show tunes, a
classical quartet, and African songs and dances performed by talented children
of all ages!
Ohana Project Luau: Sun, June 29, 12 pm, free
Chow down on some traditional Hawaiian food,
sway to the music, and sit back and enjoy a hula show. The Ohana Project is
happy to welcome all in the community to another fabulous luau extravaganza!
July 2008
Third of July Barbecue: Thurs, July 3, 12:30 pm, $4/members, $6/non-mem
Enjoy some good grub around the
barbecue. We’ll have hot dogs, potato salad, some rousing sing-along
Independence Day tunes, and some indoor games. Relax before the long weekend
with this fun afternoon event.
Join fellow beer lovers in the
lower parking lot at the Phinney Center for an afternoon of “Shakesbeer in the
Parking Lot - To Beer or Not to Beer.”
August 2008
Pancake Breakfast: Sat, Aug 9, 9 am, $5/members, $7/non-mem
Come on over and let someone else make you
breakfast! Our men’s club is volunteering their cooking skills for this tasty
morning of pancakes with all sorts of toppings, coffee, juice, and more! Open to
all in the community.
Exchange your gently used mystery books for
other books you have not yet solved!
Mystery Happy Hour: Thurs, Aug
14, 3:30 pm, $4 suggested donation
As part of
Mystery Week, guess the ingredients of our “mystery drink” and you’ll be
eligible for a prize! Come on over to enjoy a beverage or two, some good
company, and some light snacks at our new quarterly happy hour.
 Ongoing
Special Events
Spaghetti Dinners, every last Friday of the month
Bring your family and friends for this
delightful dinner. Enjoy plates of spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, and good
conversation at this monthly event. And don’t forget to order a slice of pie for
an extra $2! Come on, you know you want to! So join us, on the last Friday of
every month for this $5 dinner. It's a great deal and a good time open to all
between 4:30 and 7pm.
Join us the last Friday of each month for a fun twist on some old favorites.
Bingo will begin after our usual Spaghetti Dinner ends at 6:30pm. Snacks, wine,
and beer will be available for purchase all night as we give you multiple
chances to win cash prizes and plenty of opportunities to belt out your favorite
karaoke tunes! A $10 entrance fee gets you in for bingo and all the proceeds go
to the GSC so we can continue to provide vital programs and services to the
seniors in our community. Everyone is welcome!
|
|
