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Review
Summer 2020
The A Publication
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Events, classes, and stories for Northwest Seattle neighbors
Phinney Neighborhood Association • 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 • 206.783.2244 • phinneycenter.org
Review
Summer 2020
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Meet local first responders Inside This Issue
How work and life has changed since COVID-19
By Karla Rava
Organizing on 85th 6
Neighbors stand up
Not since the Spanish Flu of 1918
for Black Lives Matter
has the world experienced such an
acute viral pandemic. This year, COVID-
19 has caused major devastation and
Hyper-local listening
Radio for our neighborhood
7
disruption to just about every sector
of society.
While the public is sheltering in
place to help prevent the spread of
Masks for All 8
Neighborhood locals start
the virus, first responders are still on the Seattle Mask Brigade
the frontlines. You may be wondering
what life is like for them several
months after the pandemic has made
its way to Seattle. The answer is: not
Sidewalk surprises
Outdoor learning and fun
10
business as usual.
Three local first responders from
the neighborhood shared some insight
Garden guide
Plan your summer tasks
11
on how they are coping with COVID-
19 and how their lives have changed.
Dr. Allison Cole, a wife and mother Meet your local 12
of two boys ages 9 and 13, works
in the medical field, as does her
business owners 13
husband. “It’s a very stressful time to
be a healthcare provider and taking
care of patients, but you must come
Senior highlights
Greenwood Senior Center
14
17
to work!” she says. offers activities for adults
Allison is a Family Physician at of all ages
Harborview Medical Center and her
husband, Dr. Ajai Dandekar, is a Critical
Care and Pulmonary Physician at UW
Medical Center Montlake. A selfie from Greenwood Fire Station 21 (hence the backwards signs!).
COVID caring
Volunteers step up
18
Continued on page 6 Photo courtesy of Station 21
NW Fine Arts show
Featuring Jurors' Choice
19
winner Martha Thomas
A message from Interim Executive Director, Lee Harper
Learn and grow 20
Dear PNA Community Members, we are taking several steps. We are
strengthening our Equity, Diversity, and
face meetings are safe. Feel free to
email me at leeh@phinneycenter.org
Summer class schedule
21
It’s been a difficult few months for Inclusion (EDI) work, by re-convening if you'd like to get in touch.
the PNA and our community. First, our committee that had temporarily These are just the first steps. We The Review
the COVID-19 pandemic forced us to stopped meeting amidst the COVID have a long road ahead and we will Summer 2020 - Vol. 33, No. 3
rapidly adopt new practices to keep crisis. This committee will be meeting do our best. We will make mistakes.
Published quarterly by the
our friends and families safe. Then, and delivering concrete and actionable We will correct and try again. This
Phinney Neighborhood Association
the murders of George Floyd, Breonna short- and long-term recommendations is the way forward. This is how we
6532 Phinney Ave N
Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery and others to the board and leadership team make change. Together, step by step. Seattle, WA 98103
ignited powerful protests in support within the next few weeks. The PNA should be a place where Phone: 206.783.2244
of Black Lives Matter and brought 400 We are also expanding our Breaking all members of our community feel Web: phinneycenter.org
years of oppression and racial injustice White Silence Project. To meet welcome and I am grateful to be a
into sharp focus. demand for actionable activities for part of getting us there. Thank you Editor: Ana Maria King
And the PNA experienced a staff, Board, and community members for your ongoing support, grace and Copy Editing: Emily Mack
leadership change with the resignation to participate in together, we’re understanding as we learn and grow.
Proofreading: Ann Bowden
of our executive director, Dar’Nesha increasing the number of Breaking As we tackle this work, we will also
Weary. That’s a lot of change. White Silence book groups this continue rebuilding the PNA as we Desktop Publishing:
All of us at the PNA express our summer and fall. These eight week face the ongoing challenges of COVID- Ana Maria King
gratitude to Dar’Nesha for her strength study groups increase understanding 19. Throughout its 40-year history Contributing Writers:
and leadership while she was at the of the structural patterns of racism, the PNA has continuously grown, A. Burnett, L. Chow, J. Gangler,
helm of the organization. Now, while with the goal of building a community evolved, and adapted as the needs L. Harper, C. Kaplan, C. Mack,
we weather this time of uncertainty of racially literate white people who and characteristics of our community C. McDougall, K. Rava,
and as we seek a new leader, I have can support each other’s ongoing have changed. Never in that time has L. Silverstein, E. Strange, B.
agreed to return as interim executive learning and action toward the the PNA or the community it serves Thorness
director. advancement of racial justice. You faced a financial challenge as severe Ad Sales: Ana Maria King
Over the past weeks, structural can learn more about this initiative and fundamental as this pandemic. 206.783.2244, phinneycenter.org/
racism has come to the forefront of at phinneycenter.org/breaking-white- We are so grateful to the hundreds review/advertise
community consciousness. As part of silence-project. of community members who have
our commitment to address institutional Through all this, we’ll seek generously supported the PNA during Cover photos (L to R): Georgette
racism and bias within our own community involvement. We are this time. Semoc, PNA Rentals Manager;
organization, our staff and leadership committed to including you in our Now, I am certain that with the Jesse Card and Kendrick
Brunson, Greenwood Hardware;
are digging in, reflecting, learning, and ongoing efforts to end structural skill and commitment of its staff, the
Eddy, PNA Member; Cecily
beginning the necessary work. racism within the organization and energy of its Board, and above all, the
Kaplan, PNA Senior Programs
In the PNA 2019-2021 Strategic in the PhinneyWood community. We spirit and support of its community, Director; Veronica Iocco, PNA
Framework, our first priority is encourage you to reach out to us with the PNA will once more evolve to play Board Secretary and her kids;
“building a culture of equity and your observations, suggestions and its role as a force that serves and holds Geoff Froh, PNA Beer Taste
inclusion.” PNA seeks to create a insights and will be asking you to hold the community together during our Committee, Amanda Froh,
community center where everyone us accountable to these promises. most difficult times. PNA Board President, and
feels welcome to participate, engage, Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, we Be safe and take care of yourselves. their daughter; Alex Gramps,
and lead the way to an inclusive and can’t meet in person right now, but PNA Member and former PNA
equitable community. we welcome your phone calls, video Lee Harper Membership Manager
Specifically, to reach our goal, meetings, and emails until face-to- Interim Executive Director
The Review • Summer 2020 • Page 1
About The Review newspaper About PNA
Founded in 1980 by community
The Review is published by Phinney Neighborhood Association members, the mission of the Phinney
(PNA) four times per year. It includes articles of interest to Neighborhood Association (PNA) is
Northwest Seattle—particularly Phinney and Greenwood, to build, engage, and support our
What does Phinney Neighborhood updates on local businesses, as well as events, programs, diverse community through programs,
Association do for YOU? and classes at the Phinney Center and Greenwood Senior services, and activities that connect
Center. The Review is mailed directly to PNA members and neighbors and foster civic engagement
CONNECT & ENGAGE all residents in Phinney/Greenwood. It's also available at the
Phinney Center, the Greenwood Senior Center, local libraries,
in Northwest Seattle. This includes...
Meet and mingle at events, and online at phinneycenter.org/review.
groups, and volunteer Events and community gatherings
opportunities. Get support and Events ranging from beer tastes and
camaraderie with programs at the book swaps to holiday celebrations
Greenwood Senior Center and PNA Village. Classes and activities
Classes and groups for all ages on a
wide range of subjects and interests
LEARN Room rentals
Take a class at the Phinney The space you need for all types of
Center or Greenwood Senior events and gatherings
Center, join one of four preschool co-ops
or Whittier Kids licensed childcare or Greenwood Senior Center
preschool, or check out a book group. Services and support for seniors,
plus activities and classes adults of
all ages can enjoy
BORROW PNA Village
Helping older residents stay in their
As a PNA Member, get access homes and community as they age
to the Tool Library and borrow
instead of buy. Plus, get free Phinney Farmers Market
Fresh, local produce and goods each
heirloom seeds at the King County
summer in partnership with Seattle
Seed Library, open to all. Neighborhood Farmers Markets
GATHER Become a PNA Member!
Hot Meal Program
Nutritious meals in a welcoming
Rent space for all types of setting, three times each week
get-togethers, from meetings You can also join online at phinneycenter.org/membership
and classes to parties and reunions. Tool Lending Library
New Member Renewal The tools you need to get the job
Donation (already a member) done right, plus referrals, classes, and
SAVE Looking for a great gift?
the monthly Fixers' Collective meetup
As a PNA Member, get discounts A PNA Membership truly opens the door to our community! King County Seed Library
on events, classes, copies, and A library of heirloom varieties to
Visit phinneycenter.org/gift to give the gift of community.
faxes. Plus, get free notary service. complete your garden
Name(s) Community Woodshop
What does Phinney Neighborhood Learn woodworking in a class or use
the space for your own project
Association do for your COMMUNITY? Address
Preschool Co-ops
68 events City State Zip
Four parent-run preschools, including
Spanish and Japanese language
& classes at bilingual programs
Phinney Center Telephone: Home Cell Whittier Kids
Play-based preschool, and licensed
10,000+ Email(s)
before- and after-school care, and
summer camps at Whittier Elementary
attendees PNA membership is tax deductible!
PNA Business Group
29,986
Indicate your level of support; write in the amount in the Supporting, networking, and
appropriate space. promoting local businesses
visits to the Phinney Farmers Individual $40-$99 Household $70-$99 Phinney Center Gallery
Market each season, with our PNA Funder $100 and up Pay what you can Rotating works by local artists
partnership with Seattle For Village and Business membership, go to Volunteer program
Neighborhood Farmers Markets phinneycenter.org/membership or call 206.783.2244 Connecting interests with rewarding
opportunities
Enclosed is a check (payable to PNA) for $__________.
16,000 Please charge $________ to Visa MC AmEx
free meals served to Pay credit card fees (3.5%) Stay up-to-date
those in need each year Would you like to know what's
Account # ______________________ Exp. Date: ______ going on with events, classes, job
opportunities, and programs?
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For auto-renew by credit card, visit phinneycenter.org/membership or call 206.783.2244
• Add us to your Instagram feed:
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older adults connect though activities,
PNA Or join online at
social services, and memory-loss
programs at our Greenwood Senior
6532 Phinney Ave N phinneycenter.org/membership Get involved!
Seattle, WA 98103 Volunteering is a great way to get to
Center; or age in their own homes
Questions? Call 206.783.2244 or know your neighbors, do something
with the help of PNA Village. good, meet people, and have fun. Visit
email membership@phinneycenter.org
phinneycenter.org/volunteer.
PNA MEMBERSHIP is an investment
in creating a thriving community.
We turn strangers into neighbors,
Learn more at phinneycenter.org. and neighbors into community. phinneycenter.org
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PNA Events Community Begins Here
Visit phinneycenter.org/events for online listings
COVID-19 has brought uncertainty for us all, including the PNA. All in-person events listed are subject to cancellation or postponement,
depending on County mandates and community safety precautions. Please watch our website at phinneycenter.org/calendar for
the most up-to-date information on new virtual events or subscribe to email at phinneycenter.org/signup.
LOCATIONS
Phinney Center (PC)
6532 Phinney Ave N, 98103
206.783.2244
pna@phinneycenter.org
Greenwood Senior Center
(GSC)
525 N 85th St, 98103
206.297.0875
gsc@phinneycenter.org
For more events
See "Senior Highlights" on
pages 14-17 for events for
seniors and adults of all ages.
Holiday closure
Friday July 3 & Saturday, July
Previous year Gumshoers celebrate as they solve the riddles that led them
4 for Independence Day
on a 3.1 mile walk through the neighborhood.
Photo by Mike Veitenhans
All summer Through June 30
Gumshoe 5K Walks - "Oldies But Goodies" Bookin' Around Greenwood
Neighborhood. Free.
The Gumshoe 5K - an annual tradition for the past 15 years - is a fun detective
Scavenger Hunt
walk that leads you through a 3.1 jaunt around the neighborhood while following Neighborhood. Free.
head-scratching clues. This year was supposed to be the big Finale and final year of Hello neighbors, your library misses you! The Greenwood Branch of The
the event (which is organized by a Phinney neighbor known as the Answer Man). Seattle Public Library and the PNA are partnering to bring you Bookin’ Around
First the bad news: Due to the pandemic, this summer’s Dual Gumshoe Finale, Greenwood, a community book cover scavenger hunt!
featuring an updated version of the 2006’s original detective walk in July and a
new walk in August, has been postponed until 2021. Here’s how it works:
Now the good news: The Answer Man has updated the 2011, 2012 and 2013 • Look for 25+ book cover posters displayed at The Greenwood Library, local
walks and will post them to DoTheGumshoe.org on June 1, July 1 and August 1 for business, and community windows throughout our neighborhood. See
members of cabin-fevered households to do for free —provided they promise to how many you can find!
don masks and use proper social distancing when in proximity to other gumshoes • When you spot a poster, snap a picture or jot down the book title.
and regular civilians!
Go to DoTheGumShoe.org to get all the details and download the clues. Don't • If you have access to a printer, you can print out the instructions from
have a printer? The Phinney Center will have clue sheets available 9 am-5 pm, phinneycenter.org/BAG, Simply circle the books you find and send us an
Monday -Friday. image of your sheet when you finish.
Share your Gumshoe adventures! Search Facebook Groups for "Do The • Email 3 titles/photos you find for a chance to win a gift certificate to one
Gumshoe" and join for extra fun. of our local businesses. Submit 10+ for an extra chance to win. Email to
Neighborhood-wide Gumshoe Days: greenwood@spl.org.
Let's all get out and Gumshoe on the same day, so we can run into our
neighbors along the way and trade hints (from 6 feet apart, of course) for extra For more info, a printable sheet, and a map, go to phinneycenter.org/BAG.
fun and community.
June: Sunday, June 28
July: Saturday. July 18
August: Saturday, Aug. 15
All summer
Front Yard Summer Concert Series
Varying days and times. Your front yard, front patio or parking strip.
Would you enjoy a summertime concert in your yard? Since we are currently
unable to host performances at the GSC, we are bringing the performers to
you! If you would like to host a 15 minute, socially-distanced concert for you
(and your neighbors) to enjoy, please call us at 206.297.0875 or email arielb@
phinneycenter.org. Performers with transportation and a desire to entertain are
welcome to contact us as well.
Wednesday, August 5
Woodland Park Zoo Wildlife
Conservation Program Talk
1-2 pm. GSC. Free.
Bobbi Miller, Manager of Woodland Park Zoo’s Wildlife Conservation Division,
will visit us to talk about the zoo’s involvement in conservation programs, both Vist greenwoodcarshow.com for details!
locally and internationally. Come learn how you can help and to see some great
animal photos. Bring your questions as well. RSVP: 206.297.0875.
The Review • Summer 2020 • Page 3
Ongoing events & groups
Please note: These groups are currently not meeting in person
while the Phinney Center is subject to phased reopening policies.
Keep up to date on our website at phinneycenter.org/calendar and
phinneycenter.org/coronavirus or call us at 206.783.2244.
Additionally, check out Greenwood Senior Center's Zoom offerings
(open to adults of all ages!) on pages 14-17.
Spanish Language Conversation Group
Every Monday. 6-8 pm. PC Blue Building. $25/month. First night free!
Advanced 6-7 pm, intermediate 7-8 pm. See pg. 21 in class schedule.
Conversation & News of the Day (3 groups)
Tuesdays, 10:30 am-12 pm. HomeStreet Bank, 7307 Greenwood.
Thursdays 10:30 am-11:30 am
Couth Buzzard, 8310 Greenwood Ave N. Free.
This group is currently online via Zoom.
Come with a news clipping that you want to discuss, or just come and join in
with others. Email cecile@cecileandrews.com for Zoom link.
Understanding Happiness
Wednesdays, 10 am. HomeStreet Bank, 7307 Greenwood
This group is currently online via Zoom.
There is excellent research on the subject of happiness. In this group, explore
how to act on this research, and create happier lives. Led By Cecile Andrews.
Corinne Monaco, University District Farmers Market staff member,
Email cecile@cecileandrews.com for Zoom link.
makes the rounds to her favorite farmers to purchase fresh produce
and bread during her break. Photo by Sarah Schu
Phinney Friends Crochet
No Phinney Farmers
Every Thursday. 10 am-12 pm. PC Blue Building. Free.
Bridge Group
Fridays, 7 pm. PC Blue Building, Room 2. Free.
All are welcome at this self-run group.
Market this year
Get your fresh produce and support
Emerald City Contra Dancing
Fridays, 7:30-10 pm. (beginners' workshop at 7 pm). farmers in other ways this summer
PC Brick Building. $9, public/$8, SFS & PNA members & seniors/$5
students/Free for 16 and under. seattledance.org/contra/emeraldcity by Neighborhood Farmers Markets the coming months," says Sarah Schu,
A community-oriented type of folk dancing; join in with or without a partner. We are deeply saddened to Marketing and Development Manager
announce the beloved Phinney at Neighborhood Farmers Markets.
PNA Fixers' Collective Farmers Market will not be returning In the meantime, you may visit the
1st Wednesdays. 6-8 pm. Greenwood Hardware. Free. this season. University District Farmers Market on
You can’t break what’s already broken! BYO broken gadget or small appliance, We know the demand for fresh Saturdays at 9am and the West Seattle
and come for the fun while getting help taking it apart and putting it back together, food and food access is higher than Farmers Market on Sundays at 10am.
and hopefully fixing it in the process. Kids welcome. phinneycenter.org/tools/fixers/. ever and are committed to feeding all Many of your favorite vendors (and
our market neighborhoods. more) will be at both. As always, we
Given the limitations of our physical can provide unlimited dollar-for-dollar
Seattle Song Circle farmers markets, the Neighborhood matching of SNAP benefits at the
2nd Sundays. 7-10 pm. GSC. Free.
Farmers Markets will be launching manager booths.
Join folks who enjoy getting together to sing. No expertise required, but
an online farmers market to get Shoppers, we want to thank you
ability to stay in key is nice. Mainly folksongs. For info, contact Bruce Baker,
farm fresh produce from the market for your continued support. Sourcing
425.998.6134, songcircle@seafolklore.org.
vendors to you! from farmers markets is an act that
"We know nothing can replace the demonstrates your commitment to
ArtUp PhinneyWood Art Walk experience of a Friday evening farmers Washington’s local economy, the
2nd Fridays. 6-9 pm. Phinney-Greenwood Aves. Free. market as a community gathering environment, and your thankful taste
Info and maps at artupphinneywood.com. Coordinated by the PhinneyWood space, but we’re excited to expand the buds.
Arts Council. possibilities for connecting farmers Sign up for our weekly newsletter
and the Phinney community in this for updates: bit.ly/2K7VX2b.
Bingo Karaoke way. We're grateful for our strong Visit our website for up to date
Usually last Fridays. 7-10 pm. GSC. partnership with the PNA and we're information: bit.ly/38Yf4XI.
excited to serve the neighborhood in
$10/PNA Members, $17/Public + $5 gambling fee.
Advance tickets available for an additional cost.
Karaoke, bingo, and beer—good times for folks age 21+. Details, sale dates,
and tickets at phinneycenter.org/bingo.
CANCELED EVENTS
Book Clubs
All are welcome! Visit phinneycenter.org/bookclub for book lists.
PNA Book Club The following annual events have been canceled. At the moment,
2nd Wednesdays. 7-8:30 pm. we don't know if any will be rescheduled. We're working on
PC Blue Building. Free. planning new properly-distanced events, though, so stay tuned!
Third Wednesday Book Club (formerly 2nd Tuesday)
3rd Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 pm. 6/27 Greenwood Car Show Pancake Breakfast (but the Car Show
PC Blue Building. Free. will be Rollin' and Virtual - go to greenwoodcarshow.com)
7/18 15th Annual Summer Beer Taste
7/22 Greenwood Seafair Parade
7/28 Beers for Good at Populuxe Brewing
8/15 Bite of PhinneyWood
8/7–21 Gumshoe 5K Walk (regular edition) - See page 3 for free
"Oldie But Goodies" walks!
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DAVERN
Breaking White Silence SAFE & LOCK
project works towards
Professional Master Locksmiths
Locks & Deadbolts · Keys
Re-keying · Safes
racial equity Master key systems
Locks opened
Safe combos changed
COMPLETE LOCK INSTALLATION
About The Breaking White Silence Project RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
Breaking White Silence is a project of the Phinney Neighborhood Shop Hours
Association. The primary purpose is to educate white people on the M-F 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
structures and patterns of racism by forming free, facilitated study 206-789-8920
groups focused on reading and discussing Robin DiAngelo’s What
6510 1/2 Phinney Ave. N.
Does It Mean to Be White?: Developing White Racial Literacy (Revised
Seattle, WA 98103
Edition).
Serving our community since 1986
The broader intention of these groups is to build a community of
racially literate white people who can support each other’s ongoing
learning and action toward the advancement of racial justice.
Breaking White Silence Study Groups
Email Cecily at cecily@phinneycenter.org to be notified of up-
coming summer and fall groups (online during "Stay Home").
mcgrawsdirect2ucarpet.com
Using Dr. Robin DiAngelo’s book What Does It Mean to Be White?:
Developing White Racial Literacy (Revised Edition) to encourage
personal reflection and conversation, this study group is a first step to
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open up conversations about whiteness, white privilege, and racism.
The study groups are geared to adults of all ages, with middle
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school and high school students welcome. We especially encourage BY APPOINTMENT
men to join this group, since so far they have been underrepresented Available 7 AM to 7 PM
in Breaking White Silence study groups. seven days a week
Dr. DiAngelo is a race and social justice educator and author of the call or text
2018 New York Times best-selling book White Fragility. Her work has 206-783-2662
been featured at the Seattle Public Library and in NPR, Slate, and The 155 N. 78th St.
New Yorker. To learn more, visit robindiangelo.com. Serving our community since 1978
The Review • Summer 2020 • Page 5
A large crowd gathered on June 12, the same day as the March of Silence.
Photo by Chardell Paine
Organizing on 85th
Family-friendly Black Lives Matter Drs. Allison Cole and Ajai Dandekar and their children.
protesters organize, show up nightly Photo courtesy of the family.
By Laura Silverstein their elected officials. As members of
We have all heard about huge rallies a primarily white neighborhood, they
and marches in downtown, Capitol hope people will show up as allies, First responders, continued from page 1
Hill, and Judkins Park in support of educate themselves, and be open to In the wake of the outbreak, when the community to know that with
Black Lives Matter, but protests are being corrected. And in the long term— all Seattle Public Schools and after the weather warming up and people
also alive right in our neighborhood, that we will make active change even school programs closed, she and her wanting to get out into the community,
organized by our own community. For when we are not personally affected. husband were faced with not having it’s more important than ever to
the past few weeks, you might have They believe voting is crucial, and they childcare and still needing to work. continue to exercise good hygiene,
seen anywhere from 6 to 600 people are looking to add voter registration to Fortunately, they learned about the wear masks, and social distance.
of all ages standing on the corner of the resources they offer. Phinney Neighborhood Association’s Officer Sergio Garcia works for
85th and Greenwood from 5:30-8:30 The organizers themselves have free child care program for first the Seattle Police Department’s
pm with signs standing up in support formed a micro-community to responders at Whittier Kids and were North Precinct. He’s been on the
of equity and against police brutality. support each other in making change. able to enroll their younger son. force for three years and covers the
Three organizers from the They went together to the Capitol Allison says, “It’s a huge comfort to Ballard, Fremont, and Phinney Ridge
Greenwood protests, Kristina, Hill Occupied Protest (CHOP) to learn have daycare and it makes it easier to neighborhoods.
Dandelion, and Lindsey seemed more from Black voices and get out do our jobs. It freed us up from having Normally, he would start his day
reluctant to take credit for the daily of the comfort zone of our own to cancel work shifts.” attending roll call with his peers, but
family-friendly rallies, “This is a neighborhood. Now that things have calmed down that was the first thing to change as
community effort. We’re just pulling Concerned that media will move a bit at work, Allison and her husband a result of COVID-19. To avoid large
it together.” But their passion and past this movement unless the typically have weekends at home gatherings, roll call was reduced to an
dedication are clear. pressure remains, they want to as a family. On Sundays, they Zoom email from his supervisor and covering
The catalyst was a mom who said support long-term and effective video call to keep in touch with their events, such as protests, parades, etc.
on social media that she wanted to engagement, and plan to continue relatives abroad. has also come to a halt.
be able to bring her children to a efforts until we see drastic policing As a healthcare professional, Allison Police officers typically have a
rally where she didn’t have to worry changes in Seattle. advises, “It’s still really important 40-hour work week with the option
for their safety. Kristina and Lindsey How are community members to practice social distancing and to for additional hours. Sergio says,
were also concerned about the responding? Kelly Huynh, owner of sustain it. It’s still critical in protecting “Although there are less events, things
safety risks of the larger protests— Greenhouse Nail Salon, says she and the health of the community and all feel more stressful.” A contributing
from COVID-19 to police to violence her boyfriend did not go to the big vulnerable people.” factor is due to the police getting
from people who disagreed with the June 12 March of Silence because At Greenwood’s Fire Station 21, dispatched to all calls, and as of late,
protesters. So they started coming to they felt an obligation to remain safe new measures have been put in they could be COVID-19 related.
85th and Greenwood in the evenings. for their parents and her business. But place to increase safety, according to According to Sergio, “Police officers
Dandelion joined in and led chants, when they drove by the Greenwood Captain Kyle White. are more exposed to the virus, but
and a family-friendly protest was rally, they saw friends and neighbors All firefighters are EMTs and this less experienced for this sort of
born. The music is kid-friendly and and were so moved that they quickly station has four, with two that suit situation compared to medics and
the protests don’t block traffic. All are made a sign and joined. “We just felt up in full protective gear for every aid firefighters that both have the medical
welcomed. a sense of safety at the 85th street run they go on. Kyle says, “This adds background and training.”
Spread through hyper-local social protest.” 20-30 seconds, but it has reduced When asked if there have been any
media and word of mouth, the rallies If you want to stop by, you will be the transmission of COVID-19 to trends or changes in criminal activity
can get emotional, and are rarely welcomed with snacks, water, and firefighters and it gives them a sense since the outbreak, Sergio answered,
met with resistance. Mostly, the passion for change. And also supplies of security.” “Home burglaries are down, but
community is building and the face- to make a sign. Other safety measures include more commercial burglaries have gone up.”
to-face interactions with neighbors In addition, every Wednesday and thorough cleaning and disinfecting of In this case, he explained that with
are invaluable. Saturday from 3:30 - 4:30 all are the fire house and all vehicles. most people being home, they are
Kristina, Lindsey, and Dandelion welcome to join neighbors who stand Out of 800 firefighters in the City of exercising more vigilance.
ask that people stay connected to for Justice, Truth, and Income Equality Seattle, only 18 have tested positive Sergio’s personal routine has
the local community and get to know at the corner of Greenwood and 73rd. for the virus and 127 have been also changed; before he was an avid
quarantined due to proximity. Kyle basketball player and enjoyed the
Reading about race
explains, “Firefighters are feeling lots exercise and camaraderie, but now it’s
of anxiety over the possibility of being pretty much just work and home. Like
stuck for 14 days and being away many other essential workers, he’s
from family and friends. The thought feeling the monotony of the new type
Library offers curated Black Lives Matters of ‘am I going to get it?’ is always in of day-to-day; however he is optimistic
resources, many with no holds the back of their minds.” But the city and says, “Although there’s a lot of
has really stepped up and they can negativity going on, hopefully this
Explore the history and legacy of and legacy of white supremacy and quarantine for free at ‘safe stay hotels.’ experience will alter us for the better,
white supremacy and institutional institutional racism." Books in this Despite fears and concerns, Kyle says, teaching us to be more appreciative
racism with eBooks and eAudiobooks collection require no holds or waits, so “Firefighters are doing a great job and caring towards one another.”
always available through the Seattle check one out today at bit.ly/2UY1pur! stepping up to work and staffing is at Sergio has a good point—the
Public Library. Additional resources can be found 100 percent with very minimal sick pandemic may change our world for
The library recently expanded its on the resource list created by Library leaves and PTO.” good and the situation is turning into
Always Available collection to allow staff, "A Toolkit for Anti-racism Allies." What do he and his team do on a marathon and not a sprint. Our first
readers easier access to important Check it out at bit.ly/3dgX3EW. their off time? Kyle replied, “Everyone responders and frontline workers are
titles. While these are not all Always is spending quality time with family vital to keeping the community on
The new collection, Always Available items, the Library purchased at home.” One of his firefighters track, risking their own health and
Available: Reading About Race additional copies of the most in- built a ninja warrior obstacle course well-being for others. A big thank you
includes downloadable eBooks and demand titles to increase access to in the backyard for his kids—now to all who are serving.
Audiobooks that "explore the history these important works. that’s pretty awesome! Kyle wants
Page 6 • The Review • Summer 2020
KBFG FM brings listening hyperlocal
Very local, very low-power radio station offers entertainment and public service
KBFG volunteer Elaine Womack records at her home studio, hosting "Major" Tim Flanagan is the featured DJ at PNA beer-tasting events. This
a show called "Musical Revelations" and previously, "Exit Stage Left." picture is from the 2019 "Stranger Beers" event. He's dressed as Hawkins
Photo by Myra Bicknell Police Chief Jim Hopper from the Netflix series Stranger Things. At his side
is fellow KBFG volunteer and DJ, Matt Jennings. Photo by Ana Maria King
by Connie McDougall Creating a community-based station Volunteer Elaine Womack records well as more non-English language
Back in the day, before radio was first considered about 10 years a show out of her Greenwood home, shows.”
programming was sanitized and ago when a group of enthusiasts got having taught herself some basic radio- Both Elaine and Tim enjoy the
syndicated, it was quite entertaining, together to propose the idea. “When programming skills with the use of a community outreach, offering free
with freewheeling DJs serving up I heard about it, I thought that would smartphone and a few other gadgets. public service announcements for
unscripted shows full of surprises. be so cool. I’m all in,” Tim says. For a couple of years now she’s local events, especially for the Phinney
That kind of lively originality can After filing an application with the hosted a musical theater show called Neighborhood Association (PNA).
still be found on KBFG FM, 107.3, Federal Communications Commission, “Exit Stage Left,” taking the phrase “I've been involved with the
one of a handful of low-power, all- the group got their permit in 2015 and from cartoon character Snagglepuss. PNA’s beer-tasting events,” says Tim,
volunteer stations that broadcast to began broadcasting in 2017 with the She’s done about 50 shows covering who acts as a DJ-emcee at those
highly localized audiences in Seattle. call letters KBFG, standing for Ballard, performances at Issaquah’s Village gatherings. “It’s so much fun. I love
“Ours is 100-watt station,” says Fremont, and Greenwood. “Turned Theatre, ArtsWest, and others. the annual theme and the costumes.
Program Director Tim Flanagan. out there was a defunct station that “But now that theaters are I love the chance to try out beers and
“That’s a light bulb’s worth of power.” had those call letters but they released closed down, I’m hosting ‘Musical ciders I wouldn’t normally encounter,
Listeners can pick up KBFG FM in them to us,” says Tim. Revelations,’” she says. “I’ll play a song and I love the tasty food. Oh, and the
Greenwood, Phinney Ridge, Fremont, “The original station was in from a Broadway musical then offer music absolutely rocks.”
the north side of Queen Anne and Ballard,” he recalls, and very much a curious facts about it or the backstory Says musical host Elaine, “In the
parts of Magnolia. bare-bones operation. “It was a tiny that people may not know about.” end, KBFG is really all about providing
Tim explains it’s all line-of-sight shack near the hospital, adorable but Following a career in radio a public service to the community.”
transmitting. “The signal is sent from cold, and no bathroom.” advertising, and then as a sixth-grade Check out the station’s broadcast
our studio at Jack Straw Cultural The new digs at Jack Straw are a teacher of language arts and drama, schedule at fulcrumcc.org/schedule/.
Center on Roosevelt Way to the big improvement and it’s where many Elaine says she’s returning to her
computer server in Al’s basement of the volunteers record their weekly original dream. Update:
then to our transmitter on the roof shows or do them live. “Others record “After graduating from college in
on the Norse Home Retirement shows from home,” he explains. Chico, California, I drove to L.A, to
KBFG hosts voices of protest
Community across from the zoo on The volunteers who operate
Tim hosts three shows, including become a famous DJ,” she laughs. “It
Phinney Ridge. With seven stories, KBFG FM are using the station’s
“Space Travel Advisory,” on astronomy didn’t happen.” But her love of radio
it’s the highest point.” broadcast reach to offer a platform
and other space-related subjects, and musicals has found a home at last
(It should be noted that Al’s for eyewitness accounts from Seattle’s
which also earned him his station on KBFG. “It’s a lot of fun.”
basement belongs to Al Barnes, George Floyd protests, hosting GET
nickname, Major Tim, a reference She encourages others to give it a
a volunteer, jazz aficionado, and UP STAND UP interviews of passersby
to David Bowie’s Space Oddity hero, try. “Don’t be intimidated. You don’t
president of the station’s board of at the CHOP (Capitol Hill Organized
Major Tom. “It stuck,” Tim says. have to have any expertise, just a
directors.) Protest), formerly known as CHAZ.
passion for something.”
“We've talked to peaceful
Major Tim agrees. “It’s all about our
protestors who were shot in the
volunteers and I have three priorities
back with rubber bullets, and were
for the station and for them. One is to
unexpectedly pepper sprayed and
find a way to say yes to program ideas
experienced the worst pain of their
people have. Two, don’t burn anyone
Need a space? Rent with us! out, be charitable and forgiving
because everyone's a volunteer, and
lives. We've talked to people about
community organizing for food, for
rent, and for changes to Seattle's
three, have fun, no stressing out.”
leadership,” said Eric Muhs, KBFG
He’s always open to new
board member.
programming but has a few pet
“This format stretches our time
ambitions. “I’d love to have a show on
and resources to the limit. If you're
movies. I’d like more young people to
interested in getting involved, contact
be involved, and I’d like to attract more
us via kbfgseattle.org.”
diversity to reflect the community, as
meeting rooms | classrooms | event spaces
phinneycenter.org/rentals
The Review • Summer 2020 • Page 7
35 years experience
as non-traditional PT
Individual & Group
Covering King County
Feldenkrais Classes
Medical/Healing
Seattle Mask Brigade illustrates the power of local volunteers
Qi Gong Classes
Some Insur. Accepted
for private sessions
Nature-based Shamanism “But the need for masks and
other personal protective equipment
Carrie Lafferty, PT, GCFP,'" continues, and so now about 130
Master Qi Gong Teacher• 206.459.1773
www.movementfromwithin.net volunteers total are involved in this
effort. It truly illustrates the power of
what local volunteers can do.”
They include collection volunteers
SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS who pick up masks from donors to
FROM BALLARD MARKET. deliver to sites such as Leah’s tent for
sorting and distribution. Distribution
Bring them to the PNA. volunteers then take the masks to the
organizations requesting them, based
1% of the total will be donated to on need by priority. Hospitals, nursing
our senior center programs. homes, and adult family homes
Since 1999, your receipts have brought in over $50,000.
are highest priority, then homeless
shelters, food banks, and social service
organizations.
THANK YOU! Dawn Lum is an enthusiastic
collection volunteer who does
morning pick-ups mostly in Seattle
Seattle Mask Brigade Volunteer Kathryn Neugent pauses for a selfie. and as far as Tacoma. Her job as a
research coordinator on a COVID-19
study at the UW Medical Center gives
By Julie Gangler then shifted to a tent in Leah’s her the flexibility and desire to be
The Seattle Mask Brigade was driveway. Leah continues to handle involved. She’s great at getting other
created when COVID-19 suddenly the sorting and distribution process, people involved, too – including her
became a major menace in mid- field mask requests, and coordinates brother-in-law who picked up a large
March. A small group of volunteers getting masks to where they're mask donation on Hartstine Island in
immediately realized the need to needed most. Mason County.
provide more masks to healthcare “The immediate response was Sarah Cook, who works from home,
providers. In just days, they set up a amazing,” said Julianne. “Our efforts is a distribution volunteer delivering
remarkable system to link donors of resulted in about 1,500 masks donated masks mainly on her lunch hour to
masks with those who needed them from more than 100 people in just healthcare facilities. Living on Queen
most. that first week. And the momentum Anne Hill, she has done two to four
To date, 45,652 items if PPE have has just kept growing.” deliveries a day, some as far-flung as
been donated by 900 donors from all More key people joined the Seattle Maple Valley and Federal Way.
over King County. Volunteers pick up, Mask Brigade core team: Emilia Jones, Dawn and Sarah both expressed
sort, and deliver masks to providers former PNA Outreach and Events how extraordinary Seattle Mask
within a few days of donation. Manager, recruits volunteers, helps Brigade is, bringing so many volunteers
Originally the Seattle Mask Brigade manage the mask collection process, together to create such a positive
focused on N-95 respirator and similar and does media/social media outreach impact. “Everyone involved feels it
masks that healthcare providers in to spread the word about this local is so important to contribute to this
hospitals and nursing homes needed effort. Robin Perez is now the liaison effort and solve the current need for
most. Now it accepts more types of with healthcare facilities and hospitals, masks and PPE,” said Dawn.
masks, including homemade ones, assessing needs and coordinating The Seattle Mask Brigade has been
for social service organizations such priorities. Danielle Hrachovec organizes recognized in regional and national
as homeless shelters, food banks and a gown-sewing project, networks with news, including Seattle P-I, UW News,
hot meal programs. Donations of latex sewing communities, and helps with KUOW/NPR, CBS News, and Parade
gloves are also welcome. social media. Magazine. It has both inspired and
The Seattle Mask Brigade was “Initially we thought—we hoped! connected to similar PPE efforts across
launched when Lee Harper, theformer —the Seattle Mask Brigade effort the country.
executive director (and current would only be for a week or two,” To learn more, donate, or volunteer,
interim director) of the PNA, saw a said Lee Harper, who is its main go to seattlemaskbrigade.org. For
Facebook post by an Intensive Care communications coordinator with questions, email seattlemaskbrigade@
nurse at Swedish Hospital about the Seattle and King County officials and gmail.com.
sudden need for more masks. She facilities in need.
recalled the effectiveness of involving
local volunteers to help businesses
affected by the 2016 Greenwood gas
explosion.
Lee shared the post with Leah
Friberg, a marketing consultant, and
Cricket Farr, Full Life Care’s Housing
Stabilization and Supports Director.
Then more friends: Jenny Gaus,
Need a space for your next storm water engineer with the City
meeting or event? of Kirkland; Julianne Dalcanton,
Rent the Sunset Hill Clubhouse! Astronomy Department chair at the
University of Washington; and Dr. Britt
The beautiful clubhouse rents
Anderson, Swedish Hospital Internist.
by the hour and includes a
These original “Mask Brigadiers”
kitchen, tables, and chairs...
started messaging friends and
everything you need!
associates on March 17 via Twitter and
phinneycenter.org/rentals Facebook about the need for masks.
People immediately responded that
they had unused masks to donate
from emergency kits, painting
projects, or past smoky summers.
Then the call went out for volunteers
to pick up donations and deliver them
to healthcare facilities.
Julianne swiftly built spreadsheets
via Google Tools to track donations
and coordinate distribution. Jenny
queried medical centers about their
needs. Britt provided valuable medical
guidance. Lee’s home became the Volunteer Lee Harper's home became the first mask gathering site.
group’s first drop-off location, which Photo by David Austin
Page 8 • The Review • Summer 2020
Sharing seeds
Seed Library serves gardeners,
even with PNA doors closed
By Bill Thorness the locked doors of the PNA Tool Lending
Third-grader Mia asked for Chocolate Library, but Facilities Director Eric Jusino
Cherry tomato, but also Purple of Sicily responded quickly to our request to
cauliflower and French beans. She was access and cart away the seed supply.
working on a school assignment to Then, Administrative Director John
start a new garden. Jones enthusiastically brainstormed
The Calvin Community Garden, a with us on setting up a drop location on
co-op that grows a lot for the Hopelink the PNA campus where people could
food bank, sought beans, beets, chard, pick up their orders.
onions, and mustard greens. One sunny afternoon I spread the
Monica placed an order for seeds dozens of jars and seed packets out
for four families in her neighborhood, on tables and drafted an inventory
seeking greens, brassicas, and edible list, which I posted to our website,
flowers. kingcoseed.org.
New gardeners and veterans alike Stalwart PNA volunteer Polly
have been requesting seeds from the Freeman agreed to host the seeds
King County Seed Lending Library temporarily at her home and to fill
branch that is hosted at the PNA. It orders as they arrived. We would
is happening because we figured out take email orders and deliver them in
a way, even with the PNA closed and batches to the PNA drop point twice
social distancing mandated, to share a week.
our seed supply. Since announcing our It didn’t take long after we
program on April 19, we’ve filled over announced the program on our
60 seed orders. Phinney, Greenwood, website before the orders rolled in.
and Ballard neighbors have used the Clearly people sheltering at home had
service, but we’ve also served people time on their hands and the desire to
from around the city. put them in the dirt.
“What a fantastic program!” says “It’s great to see all the interest in
Laura Railing of White Center. “I am so seeds and gardening!” says Polly. “In
thankful for the opportunity to grow these times, it’s a reminder that we
and share seeds with the community. can increase our self-sufficiency and
It’s a neat chance to learn more about grow our own healthy local food –
gardening and turning my black thumb and, if you’re like me, it helps keep you
green.” sane as well!”
The program began when a neighbor
contacted the PNA wondering how he
We quickly ran out of arugula and
some other crops, but have bolstered
The FREE 1-Hour Home Sellers’
could donate seeds. Simultaneously,
we heard that our seed companies
our supply from other KCSLL branches,
a couple of which are also starting this Workshop at the PNA
were experiencing order backlogs due socially distanced sharing.
to a booming gardening craze, in some We still have plenty of seeds Planning to sell your home in the next 12 months? Learn how to
cases causing them to suspend new available and are taking orders. For establish your best sale price, what things to do (and what not do)
orders for a time. details, see our blog post at bit.ly/ to get your home ready for market, and how to attract more
All of our seeds were stored behind nwseeds . Happy planting! qualified buyers to your doorstep so that you can sell your home
fast, for top dollar and with the least amount of hassle.
Saturday 11-Noon: June 13, July 11 or August 8
Show your PhinneyWood love!
To RSVP call 206-414-5400 and specify the date
Support a local business of your choice
and the PNA with an awesome t-shirt.
Order at bit.ly/pw-strong.
The Review • Summer 2020 • Page 9HUB back in action
Help our neighborhood prepare for a quake
by Jim Durand video conferencing, email, and other
HUBs are a community organizations methods.
that practice earthquake responses in The current task at hand is editing
local neighborhoods. and assembling our HUB Operations
Our local Phinney HUB team Manual. This manual documents the
has been quite busy planning and activation process, procedures, and
organizing the HUB in preparation for job descriptions for anyone working
an activation. at the HUB (neighbors serving as
HUBs around the city will a Greeter or Message Taker, for
Sensory integration sidewalks combine movement and a brain challenge. activate when the usual means of example). Much of the information for
Photo by Curt Jordan communication are disrupted for an the manual is already available from
extended period of time, such as a the HUB Captains community.
Sidewalk fun severe widespread power outage or
following an earthquake.
The HUB, which will set up in
We’d really like to have you join us
on this important project, and it’s a
great opportunity to learn about the
Sensory integration sidewalks bring the PNA Blue Building parking lot,
serves as a communications center
Phinney HUB. We’re excited to involve
additional neighbors, and we welcome
activity and learning during COVID-19 coordinating neighbors helping your questions and ideas!
neighbors in the PhinneyWood area. Plans for the summer are uncertain
by Laura Silverstein could be as simple as a fun game of The HUB is also how our community at this point. In normal times, we
In March, when schools were hopscotch, or as complicated as the will receive information from the city. would be planning some weekend
cancelled and playdates ended, Seattle solar system. We have lots of ideas Since October, we’ve been HUB demonstration events and an
got creative. We looked for ways to below, and we hope this will inspire participating in bi-monthly meetings earthquake drill with a test activation
teach kids, engage and amuse them, our neighbors to get out and move of the Seattle HUB Captains Network. of the HUB.
and get them outside safely. Kong while keeping up with the social HUBs from around the city share Send us an email to receive
Academy, an organization dedicated distancing guidelines we need right information and best practices. information if any of these events
to overcoming obstacles through play, now. We’ve also received briefings from are scheduled in the future. In many
movement, and growing together, This exciting idea is also very easy. the Seattle Office of Emergency ways, HUB preparation is a behind-
worked with a Seattle PE Teacher to Use sidewalk chalk, homemade chalk Management and Seattle Public the-scenes activity, but when the
develop Sensory Integration Sidewalks paint (which can be easily made with Utilities. Two commanders from the unexpected occurs, the HUB is how
(SIS), to make our community more 1 cup of cornstarch, one cup of water, Seattle Fire Department joined us for our community will come together
welcoming, fun, and connected. And and food coloring), or washable tempra one meeting. and rise to the challenge.
now in partnership with the PNA, paint. (I learned from experience that With COVID-19 social distancing Contact HUB Co-Captains: Jim at
we’re spreading them through the tempra paint is more permanent than measures in place, our Phinney HUB jimdurand22@gmail.com or Jack at
community. chalk.) Your SIS activities should only planning activities will be done using jeh@w-link.net.
A SIS has games, obstacle courses, involve feet, and encourage six feet of
and other fun activities drawn (or separation.
Don't Stop Believin' Campaign
painted) right on the sidewalk. First, think about what you
Neighborhood blocks become paths want neighbors to learn, know, or
THANK YOU
that help kids and adults of all ages play experience. Are you passionate about
and move in a structured way. With a math? Then how about an assortment
light, playful hand, they teach gross of numbers for kids to run between?
motor skills, balance, and subjects like Or reading? How about letters for
science, literacy, and math. people to spell words. One of my A huge thanks to our awesome community! Over 800 people
My neighbors and I have a SIS, and favorites: curvy lines to balance along have donated nearly $190,000 to the PNA's emergency
throughout every day I see people backwards, frontwards, or sideways. campaign, Don't Stop Believin'.
jumping from letter to letter to spell Did you play “the floor is lava” as a
words. They make up their own rules kid? Reproduce it in front of your We would also like to recognize our original auction sponsors,
or they ask me what mine are. It is such house! We have lots of suggestions if who generously rolled over their sponsorship dollars into the
a joyful thing to have on our street. you’d like. The ideas are endless and campaign:
Recently, four kids from two as creative as you want—keeping
different families were playing outside them positive and family-friendly.
my house, spelling their names. The Next, what movements do you
families could play together while want to include? They should only be
still staying six feet apart. One mom for feet, so we keep germs from hands.
said: “This gives stir-crazy kids a great But there are so many possibilities:
outlet to exercise their busy bodies running, jumping, balancing, spinning,
and minds.” Her three-year-old says and squatting (to name a few).
“Well, it’s super cool.” And what does Third, make it happen! Sketch it
the 10-year-old think? “That was really first on paper (I learned this the hard
fun!” How many activities please way too) and then paint or draw it on
everyone? the sidewalk.
We encourage everyone in the And last, enjoy your creation! Bring
neighborhood and in Seattle to turn your kids out to run the numbers,
a piece of the sidewalk in front of catch up with friends and family on the
their house or apartment building phone while you balance backwards,
into something that they and their and get to know your neighbors Kerry Fowler and Jan Gray
neighbors can use as an opportunity through a safe and fun activity.
for movement, education, and play. It Robyn and Ron Lewis
In addition, these local businesses have stepped up to pool a
$10,000 matching fund to double our donors' impact!
Help sustain the future of the PNA.
Learn more and donate:
phinneycenter.org/dont-stop-believin
Page 10 • The Review • Summer 2020PNA's gardener Eddie Strange has cared for the Phinney Center and
Greenwood Senior Center grounds for more than five years. Read JULY
more articles on gardening and yard maintenance on his blog at
hearthandhomeherald.wordpress.com.
FLOWER: Larkspur & Water Lily
TREE: Elm, Cypress, Fir
For many home owners and aspiring gardeners, laying out a game plan
for regular care and upkeep can feel like a daunting task. Knowing just 1. Add 3- 4 inches of mulch cover to newly planted trees and shrubs to
when to plant, prune, fertilize, etc. also has a huge effect on the overhaul feed and protect plant roots through the warmer months.
health, success, and yield of your garden. So where to begin?! Here is a 2. Wrap up fertilizing of trees and shrubs so that new growth has a
general home and garden maintenance guide to help you get oriented in chance to harden off before winter.
the basic flow through the summer season.
Keeping a garden journal can be a great tool for helping organize a 3. Prune flowering shrubs: Rock Rose, Gardenia, Mock Orange,
routine and plan ahead for various tasks. I’ve known some folks to take Candytuft.
it to a whole other level and develop their garden journals into some 4. In the vegetable garden, sow: greens, radish, chives, turnips, carrots,
truly amazing scrapbooks, complete with pressed flowers, family recipes, beets, and beans.
pictures, personal notes, poems, and art, herbal folk remedy recipes, 5. Keep a steady harvest and maintenance routine to ensure best crop
reference info, materials and “D.I.Y. article clippings, plant profile tags yield.
from the nursery, seed packets organized in their respective months and
more! Or just print this article to hang on your refrigerator for a “to-do” 6. As seasonal vegetable crops come to the ends of their harvest
checklist! time and are spent, add them to the compost bin and sow Clover,
This guide was developed for the Pacific Northwest Hardiness Zones Austrian Winter Peas, Cowpeas or other such cover crop into the
seven through nine. beds to mend, protect and replenish the soil of essential nutrients.
7. Time to plant your Halloween pumpkins!!
GENERAL MONTHLY TO-DO’s for SUMMER
8. Harvest edible herbs for, teas, cooking, fragrant bouquets, storage
for later use and other applications.
“Do what we can, summer will have its flies.”
~Ralph Waldo Emerson 9. Organic lawn fertilizer and mulch can applied this month.
10. To encourage deeper root growth in grass, thus more drought,
JUNE disease and traffic resistant lawns, the general rule is “water more,
less often, rather than less, more often.” (Swamp it every 3 days or
FLOWER: Honeysuckle & Rose as needed).
TREE: Apple, Birch, Ash
AUGUST
1. Good time to add new perennials to garden beds & containers.
2. Tend to roses. Organic fertilizers and/or mulch can be applied this FLOWER: Gladiolus & Poppy
month. Place and secure climbing roses to trellis.
TREE: Cedar, Poplar, Pine
3. Mix up a batch of garlic spray* and keep handy. Kills aphids &
other infestations, black spot, powdery mildew, etc., but it’s
completely safe for plants, planet, persons and pets. *(Recipe: In 1. Reduce risk of infestations of vulnerable fruit and flowering trees
a 1 pint spray bottle, mix 1-2 oz. garlic infused vegetable oil, 2 oz. and plants by staying on top of fallen fruit and spent blooms.
castile soap, and fill with water.) 2. Divide and transplant spring blooming perennials later this month
4. In the vegetable garden, plant: Tomato, pumpkin, Brussels and next.
sprouts, carrots, eggplant, garlic, onion, peas, potato starts. Sow: 3. Wrap up pruning of Laurels this month (best times are between
Pumpkin, corn, beans, potatoes, spinach, kale, beets, squash, April and August).
zucchini, radish, greens, cauliflower, chives, turnips.
4. Honeysuckle can be pruned this month.
5. Set up any needed vegetable garden trellis, stakes and other such
support frames to train plants to as they grow. 5. Sow seeds for perennials in late August.
6. Best time to prune Forsythia, Japanese Snowball, Lilac, Rhodies, 6. In the vegetable garden, sow: spinach, chives, turnips, radishes,
Azaleas, Camellia, Pieris, Daphnes, Weigela, Conifers. garlic.
7. Best month for outdoor painting projects. It’s dry, but not too hot 7. Begin canning and drying (or otherwise preserve) excess vegetable
or dusty, and there’s plenty of daylight. and herb harvests for storage and winter use.
8. Spring blooming perennials can be divided and transplanted 8. Remove “suckers” from fruit trees and keep well-watered.
(Phlox, Brunnera, Primrose, Bleeding Hearts, Daffodil, ornamental 9. Begin mowing lawns higher this month to help reduce stress,
grasses, etc.). Keep well-watered to establish before warmer damage and to better retain moisture.
months roll in.
10. Fill and stir compost bins.
9. Clear out spent spring bulb flowers and debris from garden beds.
10. Promote new blooms in annuals by deadheading spent flowers. NEED SEEDS? The Northwest branch of the King County Seed Library (that
11. Reduce mosquitos and other pests by regularly changing out bird normally resides in the PNA Tool Library) has gone mobile! Order and pick-
baths, kid’s pools, etc. up in Phinney. Visit bit.ly/nwseeds to learn how, and see the article on page 9.
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