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giveBIG to CityClub TODAY!
Submitted by cityclub on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 10:12amYour donation will magnify the power of our "Civic Capital” Campaign because your gift will entitle us to a pool of GiveBIG match fund dollars.
We are just now over the top of our campaign goal, help be a part of the winning team that got us there, that can still get us beyond there.
Every dollar you give will be stretched through GiveBIG. Every dollar you give will build CityClub’s programs in youth civic engagement. Every dollar you give will help us build our Living Voters Guide, produce free election debates, host the Washington State Jefferson Awards, and do so much more.
AN ENGAGED PUBLIC REALLY MATTERS and it’s up to all of us together to build our community’s civic strength. GiveBIG to CityClub today!
Click here to learn more about CityClub's "Civic Capital" Campaign.
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In Case You Missed It - "Civic Cocktail: Mixing it Up"
Submitted by cityclub on Tue, 05/07/2013 - 9:14amAt our Civic Cocktail on May 1st, host Brian Callanan was joined by Seattle City Attorney Pete Holmes, OneAmerica Executive Director Rich Stolz, Crosscut Editor in Chief Mary Bruno and PubliCola Editor in Chief Josh Feit.
May Day`s conversation covered a mix of topics including police reform, immigration, urban agriculture, funding for higher education and gun control. Check out Crosscut's reading list featuring May's topics.
Did you miss it? Watch the full video online. Then mark your calendars for next month's event - Wednesday, June 5, 5:30 p.m. at Tom Douglas’ Palace Ballroom, when our topics will include Seattle's mayoral race, the legislature's special session, and more. Registration is already open!
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A civic conversation with a twist, Civic Cocktail occurs the first Wednesday of every month.
A panel of pros discusses a range of topics while the audience poses questions.
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TVW is calling for Youth Awards nominations!
Submitted by cityclub on Thu, 05/02/2013 - 11:04amCheck out TVW’s new 30 second promo for the Colleen Willoughby Youth Civic Education Awards!
2012 winners are featured including AGE-UP, The Mockingbird Society, Seattle Youth Traffic Court, Student Mock Election Program, TVW’s Capitol Classroom, and YTech’s Civic Voice Curriculum. Thanks to TVW for being our media sponsor.
Nominations for the 2013 Youth Civic Education Awards close June 24. If you know of a great program that serves middle and high school students, please nominate the program or consider applying yourself! Five winners will be selected and will receive a cash prize of $500. For more information and to apply or nominate, visit SeattleCityClub.org/youthawards
Winners will be notified in August 2013 and the awards program will take place in early fall 2013. If you have questions call 206.682.7395 or email youthawards@SeattleCityClub.org
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Additional funding provided by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and private donors.
We want to highlight the diversity of programs and projects in Washington State and we encourage a variety of programs to apply.
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GiveBIG to CityClub on May 15th!
Submitted by cityclub on Wed, 05/01/2013 - 9:15amSave the date! GiveBIG to CityClub on May 15th.
This is the third year The Seattle Foundation's GiveBIG Campaign is helping everyone plug into and boost the philanthropic muscle of our community and expand it. So do it! GiveBIG and bookmark CityClub as your beneficiary.
Not only will your contribution be s-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-d by The Seattle Foundation, you can also help us reach a special Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation challenge!
CityClub launched a $650,000 "Civic Capital" Campaign to ensure that our region continues to enjoy robust civic health. The best news is that we are almost there! We have less than $30,000 left to raise to reach our goal! When we get to the $550,000 mark, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will cap off the Campaign with a $100,000 gift. Click here to learn more about CityClub's "Civic Capital" Campaign.
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In Case You Missed It - "Seattle Speaks: Shaping Seattle Neighborhoods"
Submitted by cityclub on Thu, 04/18/2013 - 3:24pmAt Seattle Speaks: Shaping Seattle Neighborhoods, it was a packed and lively crowd as residents, City leaders, community activists and building stakeholder came together to discuss how we handle growth and development while maintaining the character and charm of Seattle’s neighborhoods.
Host Brian Callanan led the interactive discussion with Seattle City Councilmember Richard Conlin, Vulcan’s Vice President of Real Estate Development Ada M. Healey, South Seattle Crime Prevention Council member Mariana Quarnstrom, Department of Planning and Development Director Diane Sugimura, Fremont Neighborhood Council activist Toby Thaler.
Watch the video to hear from activists as they talk about their experiences within their own community - and find out what stakeholders have to say about working collaboratively with the City and residents to create vibrant, dense and livable communities.
Did you miss it? Visit the Seattle Channel website to read viewer comments and review the results form the show's poll!
Seattle Speaks is brought to you by CityClub, Seattle Channel and Town Hall. This unique, multi-media town hall for the 21st century is designed to encourage open discussion among city officials, leaders, adults and youth alike about important issues surrounding our region.
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In Case You Missed It - "Civic Cocktail: What Moves You"
Submitted by cityclub on Thu, 04/04/2013 - 12:00pmAt our Civic Cocktail on April 3, host Brian Callanan was joined by esteemed panelists City Arts magazine Editor in Chief Leah Baltus, Crosscut Editor in Chief Mary Bruno, Seattle Department of Transportation Director Peter Hahn and KUOW reporter Marcie Sillman.
The event was SOLD OUT, with approximately 150 guests attending! Check out these Crosscut articles regarding this month's topics - arts and transportation.
Did you miss it? Tune in to Seattle Channel (Cable Channel 21) TONIGHT, Thursday, April 5, at 8 p.m, or watch the full video online. Then mark your calendars for next month's event - Wednesday, May 1, 5:30 p.m. at Tom Douglas’ Palace Ballroom. Registration is already open! (Topics TBD)
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A civic conversation with a twist, Civic Cocktail occurs the first Wednesday of every month.
A panel of pros discusses a range of topics while the audience poses questions.
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Partner Highlight: Seattle Police Foundation
Submitted by cityclub on Thu, 04/04/2013 - 10:23am
On May 8, the Seattle Police Foundation will host their 6th Annual Breakfast with the Chief. Breakfast with the Chief provides an opportunity for the community to hear directly from the Chief of the Seattle Police Department (SPD). This year attendees will also have an opportunity to hear from leading SPD detectives whose crime solving work has been directly impacted by Foundation funding. You'll hear about what they're doing to keep our streets safe and how they've solved some of the worse crimes over the last year. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about the challenges and successes of running the state’s largest police department over the last year. This event is one that is looked forward to every year by business and civic leaders as they enjoy a delicious breakfast, and have an opportunity to engage the Police Chief and leading police officials.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 8, 7:00 – 8:30am
WHERE: Seattle Sheraton, 1400 6th Avenue, Metropolitan Ballroom, Seattle
HOW: For more information or to register, click here.
Seattle Police Foundation is a co-promoter of our next Seattle Speaks, "Shaping Seattle Neighborhoods." What goes into making a neighborhood great and keeping it that way? Register for the April 16th event and hear from Seattle officials, developers, neighborhood activists and more!
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In Case You Missed It - "The Triple Bottom Line: Does It Really Add Up?"
Submitted by cityclub on Tue, 04/02/2013 - 12:16pmOn March 27, we brought together a diverse panel of sustainability-minded business leaders, both local and global, to discuss financial, social and environmental sustainability.
Moderated by Bainbridge Graduate Institute co-founder Gifford Pinchot III, the conversation featured:
David Allen, Executive Vice President, McKinstry
Jim Hanna, Director of Environmental Affairs, Starbucks Coffee Company
Paula Helsel, General Manager, Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort
Vincent Stanley, Acting Vice President of Marketing, PatagoniaSo, what happened?
Bainbridge Graduate Institute's Gifford Pinchot III started the conversation asking, "As the world becomes more turbulent, can we really afford sustainability?" Starbucks' Jim Hanna responded, "this notion of a trade-off is so old school, and something we need to move beyond." It's OK to say you want to make money, he assured the crowd, but that you also want to treat your people and the environment well.
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In Case You Missed It - "Legislature Now: What's in Motion?"
Submitted by cityclub on Thu, 03/21/2013 - 12:52pmOn March 19, we brought together state-wide think tanks and organizations in education and health and human services to discuss the real world implications of Olympia's budget decisions.
Moderated by Jordan Royer, the conversation featured:
Paul Guppy, Vice President for Research, Washington Policy Center
Ramona Hattendorf, Government Relations Coordinator, Washington State PTA
Gordon McHenry, Jr., President & CEO, Solid Ground
Jennifer Muhm, Legislative Affairs Officer, Public Health - Seattle & King County
Remy Trupin, Executive Director, Washington State Budget & Policy Center
Jill Wakefield, Chancellor, Seattle Community CollegesSo, what happened?
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In Case You Missed It - "Civic Cocktail: Slam Dunk Schooling"
Submitted by cityclub on Thu, 03/07/2013 - 10:58amAt the first-ever Civic Cocktail on March 6, host Brian Callanan was joined by esteemed panelists Crosscut Editor Berit Anderson, Highline School District Superintendent Susan Enfield, Stranger News Editor Dominic Holden, and Crosscut sports correspondent and co-founder of Sportspress Northwest Art Thiel.
The event was SOLD OUT, with approximately 150 guests attending! Check out these Crosscut articles regarding this month's topics - education and the Seattle arena.
Did you miss it? You can watch the full video online or tune in to Seattle Channel (Cable Channel 21) TONIGHT, Thursday, March 7, at 8 p.m. Then mark your calendars for next month's event - Wednesday, April 3, 5:30 p.m. at Tom Douglas’ Palace Ballroom. Registration is already open!
Thanks to our-
Presenting Sponsor: Supporting Sponsor:
A civic conversation with a twist, Civic Cocktail occurs the first Wednesday of every month.
A panel of pros discusses a range of topics while the audience poses questions.
Presented by CityClub | Crosscut | Seattle Channel
