Co-presenters
Upcoming Events in the Community
Submitted by saraneppl on Thu, 07/29/2010 - 10:20amJust as we ask other organizations in the community to help spread the word for all our events, we try to return the favor when other organizations need a little boost for their programs! Here's what we're currently co-presenting:
Sustainable Path Foundation continues their series of conversations with local experts titled "Seeking Sustainable Systems" at Town Hall on September, 14. The final conversation is titled "A Conversation about Sustainable Design" and features Ash Awad, Vice President of Energy&Facility Services at McKinstry; and Daniel Friedman, Dean of the College of Built Environments at the University of Washington.
Grant applications can be intimidating, but Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association (WBBA) wants to help you out during their August workshop "Secrets of NIH Small Business Grant Applications". Workshop leader Gregory Milman, Ph.D. manages the $100 million NIAID small business programs and is acclaimed for his advice on NIH grant preparation and research funding. Every bit of advice helps!
Speaking of tips: Puget Sound Public Relations Society of America is offering a half-day writing seminar hosted by Ann Wylie, a communications consultant, on reaching "web skimmers" - tips on guiding readers through your web site with as few headaches as possible. Bonus: the workshop takes place at the Museum of Glass in Tacoma, and museum entrance and parking is included in the workshop ticket!
Finally, did you know we're approaching the 50th anniversary of the Seattle World's Fair? Seattle Center Foundation is gearing up to celebrate in style with their Next Fifty campaign, featuring a monthly "buzz" activity where the community helps make the 50th anniversary of Seattle’s World’s Fair a success. Click the link to learn more and find out about this month's buzz!
All the essential details you need to sign up for these events is over on our Co-presented Events page. Is your organization hosting an event that needs a little extra word-of-mouth? CityClub may be able to help. Click on the above link to find out more!
Co-presented events on the horizon
Submitted by cityclub on Tue, 05/25/2010 - 3:50pmJust as we ask other organizations in the community to help spread the word for all our events, we try to return the favor when other organizations need a little boost for their programs! Here's what we're currently co-presenting:
Sustainable Path Foundation is hosting a series of conversations with local experts titled "Seeking Sustainable Systems" at Town Hall in June and September (both take place in the evening). Topics include conversations about green economy, food and eating, and sustainable design.
Washington Policy Center is gearing up to host their 8th Annual Health Care Conference, featuring Harvard Business School Professor Regina Herzlinger and Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna, on June 4. More info to come!
Do you like cocktails? How about raising awareness about global health? Ever wanted to do both at the same time? Washington Global Health Alliance is throwing a Party with a Purpose on June 3: "We’re 20- and 30-somethings, and we like to have a good time. The only thing better than having a good time is making a positive impact at the same time. So we’re throwing a Party with a Purpose for young professionals that will be equal parts glam cocktail bash and global health awareness raiser." Sounds like a good time to me!
While we're talking about having a good time, Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle's annual Summer Schmooze is coming right up! Make new contacts and enjoy Brazilian food! Mark the calendar for Wednesday, June 23 for Summer Schmooze 2010.
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All the essential details you need to sign up for these events is over on our Co-presented Events page. Is your organization hosting an event that needs a little extra word-of-mouth? CityClub may be able to help. Click on the above link to find out more!
Events in the Community
Submitted by saraneppl on Thu, 04/29/2010 - 3:22pmJust as we ask other organizations in the community to help spread the
word for all our events, we try to return the favor when other
organizations need a little boost for their programs! Here's what we're currently co-presenting:
On Monday, May 3 (in the evening) Seattle Arts&Lectures welcomes Dr. Atul Gawande, who will speak on "Real Reform: What Is Great Healthcare?" at Benaroya Hall. In a June 2009 article for The New Yorker, Gawande made a case against revenue-driven medicine that has sparked more conversation in the past decade than perhaps any other single piece of writing on the subject.
The Port of Seattle will be examined by the League of Women Voters of Greater Seattle on Thursday, May 6 (in the evening). How do we, the voters of King County, begin to understand the Port and its governing body the Port Commission? How does the Commission balance the public interest with the competitive international business role of the Port?
"Duane Elgin asserts that a growing number of people are saying they are not interested in winning the rat race but rather in joining the human race—with a higher quality of life." The Whidbey Insitute and Antioch University Seattle will host a conversation with Elgin on Friday, May 31 (in the evening). What does a more balanced and sustainable way of living look like? Duane Elgin will also be appearing at The Whidbey Institute on Sunday, May 23.
Sustainable Path Foundation is hosting a series of conversations with local experts titled "Seeking Sustainable Systems" at Town Hall in May, June and September (all take place in the evening). Topics include conversations about green economy, food and eating, and sustainable design.
Finally, Washington Policy Center is gearing up to host their 8th Annual Health Care Conference, featuring Harvard Business School Professor Regina Herzlinger and Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna, on June 4. More info to come!
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All the essential details you need to sign up for these events is over on our Co-presented Events page. Is your organization hosting an event that needs a little extra word-of-mouth? CityClub may be able to help. Click on the above link to find out more!
On Monday, May 3 (in the evening) Seattle Arts&Lectures welcomes Dr. Atul Gawande, who will speak on "Real Reform: What Is Great Healthcare?" at Benaroya Hall. In a June 2009 article for The New Yorker, Gawande made a case against revenue-driven medicine that has sparked more conversation in the past decade than perhaps any other single piece of writing on the subject.
The Port of Seattle will be examined by the League of Women Voters of Greater Seattle on Thursday, May 6 (in the evening). How do we, the voters of King County, begin to understand the Port and its governing body the Port Commission? How does the Commission balance the public interest with the competitive international business role of the Port?
"Duane Elgin asserts that a growing number of people are saying they are not interested in winning the rat race but rather in joining the human race—with a higher quality of life." The Whidbey Insitute and Antioch University Seattle will host a conversation with Elgin on Friday, May 31 (in the evening). What does a more balanced and sustainable way of living look like? Duane Elgin will also be appearing at The Whidbey Institute on Sunday, May 23.
Sustainable Path Foundation is hosting a series of conversations with local experts titled "Seeking Sustainable Systems" at Town Hall in May, June and September (all take place in the evening). Topics include conversations about green economy, food and eating, and sustainable design.
Finally, Washington Policy Center is gearing up to host their 8th Annual Health Care Conference, featuring Harvard Business School Professor Regina Herzlinger and Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna, on June 4. More info to come!
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All the essential details you need to sign up for these events is over on our Co-presented Events page. Is your organization hosting an event that needs a little extra word-of-mouth? CityClub may be able to help. Click on the above link to find out more!
Upcoming Events in the Community
Submitted by saraneppl on Fri, 04/02/2010 - 11:21amJust as we ask other organizations in the community to help spread the word for all our events, we try to return the favor when other organizations need a little boost for their programs! We've actually got quite a few events we're currently co-presenting:
United Way of King County is halfway through their free Lunch&Learns series, connecting you with experts during one-hour information sessions over lunch. Remaining topics are:
> Thursday, April 15, 12:00 p.m. - Connecting to Volunteerism: How to Find Your Perfect Match
> Thursday, May 20, 12:00 p.m. - Caring for Older Family Members
Seattle City Council will bring Mark A. R. Kleiman, a professor of public policy at UCLA, to Town Hall to discuss and share his views on how we can do a better job controlling crime and reducing unacceptably high incarceration rates on Thursday, April 22.
There's still time to register for EA alliance of nonprofits' Washington State Nonprofit Conference, taking place in Bellevue on April 29. Great keynote speakers as well as 25 workshops, lots of exhibitors, door prizes and an awards lucheon. This year's conference is a must-attend event!
Seattle Works Day has been scheduled for May 22! Join Seattle Works as one of 1,500 people working hard in neighborhoods throughout the city. Projects will be at parks, p-patches, community centers and other neighborhood locations - and don't forget the after party!
Finally, KING 5 is launching their new show New Day Northwest and are looking for live studio audiences! New Day Northwest is an interactive conversation between host, guests and audience featuring 4-6 segments on health issues, finances, home organization, entertainment, lifestyle issues, authors, fitness, etc.
All the essential details you need to sign up for these events is over on our Co-presented Events page. Is your organization hosting an event that needs a little extra word-of-mouth? CityClub may be able to help. Download the attached PDF to find out if your event qualifies, and what CityClub can do!
United Way of King County is halfway through their free Lunch&Learns series, connecting you with experts during one-hour information sessions over lunch. Remaining topics are:
> Thursday, April 15, 12:00 p.m. - Connecting to Volunteerism: How to Find Your Perfect Match
> Thursday, May 20, 12:00 p.m. - Caring for Older Family Members
Seattle City Council will bring Mark A. R. Kleiman, a professor of public policy at UCLA, to Town Hall to discuss and share his views on how we can do a better job controlling crime and reducing unacceptably high incarceration rates on Thursday, April 22.
There's still time to register for EA alliance of nonprofits' Washington State Nonprofit Conference, taking place in Bellevue on April 29. Great keynote speakers as well as 25 workshops, lots of exhibitors, door prizes and an awards lucheon. This year's conference is a must-attend event!
Seattle Works Day has been scheduled for May 22! Join Seattle Works as one of 1,500 people working hard in neighborhoods throughout the city. Projects will be at parks, p-patches, community centers and other neighborhood locations - and don't forget the after party!
Finally, KING 5 is launching their new show New Day Northwest and are looking for live studio audiences! New Day Northwest is an interactive conversation between host, guests and audience featuring 4-6 segments on health issues, finances, home organization, entertainment, lifestyle issues, authors, fitness, etc.
All the essential details you need to sign up for these events is over on our Co-presented Events page. Is your organization hosting an event that needs a little extra word-of-mouth? CityClub may be able to help. Download the attached PDF to find out if your event qualifies, and what CityClub can do!
Co-presented Event: UWKC's Lunch & Learn Series
Submitted by saraneppl on Tue, 02/16/2010 - 12:14pmHeads up, Seattle!
United Way of King County will be launching their Lunch and Learn series on Thursday, February 18! This is a series of four free events over the next four months covering a variety of issues - we've got the topics for all four events on our co-presented events page. Did I mention it's free? Just bring your own lunch!
The first program is entitled "Can you Spare Any Change? Responsible Ways to Help people Experiencing Homelessness". Here's a brief description:
Lunch and Learn sessions take place United Way of King County's downtown Seattle building at 720 Second Avenue - click here to sign up.
United Way of King County will be launching their Lunch and Learn series on Thursday, February 18! This is a series of four free events over the next four months covering a variety of issues - we've got the topics for all four events on our co-presented events page. Did I mention it's free? Just bring your own lunch!
The first program is entitled "Can you Spare Any Change? Responsible Ways to Help people Experiencing Homelessness". Here's a brief description:
How many times have you passed a homeless person on your rush to get to work or when you are out running errands? If they've asked you for money, food, or other forms of help you may have felt unsure of how to respond. Come join us for an informative session on how to handle these kinds of situations and learn about the ways you can help people experiencing homeless in our community.
Education Issues in the Washington State Legislature
Submitted by saraneppl on Wed, 02/03/2010 - 10:50amThis morning at 8:00 a.m., the Early Learning and K-12 Education of the State Legislature had a meeting. The Legislature's website describes the committee: "The Senate Early Learning&K-12 Education Committee considers
policy and finance issues related to schools and learning from birth
through twelfth grade and preparation for later learning experiences."
If you're interested in the nitty gritty of what's going on at the legislative level, they provide meeting agendas and, once each meeting begins, the meeting materials. (The links for meeting materials are located at the bottom of specific agenda pages.)
The Early Learning and K-12 Education Committee's main page lists, on the right sidebar, links to related committees and to TVW, for RealAudio files of committee hearings. All this is great, but it can be a challenge to wade through and translate all of this information! Thankfully, there are many organizations out there focused on, and interested in, education issues. Take a look below at our list of co-presenting organizations: they can be great resources of information, and potential places to get involved!
If you're interested in the nitty gritty of what's going on at the legislative level, they provide meeting agendas and, once each meeting begins, the meeting materials. (The links for meeting materials are located at the bottom of specific agenda pages.)
The Early Learning and K-12 Education Committee's main page lists, on the right sidebar, links to related committees and to TVW, for RealAudio files of committee hearings. All this is great, but it can be a challenge to wade through and translate all of this information! Thankfully, there are many organizations out there focused on, and interested in, education issues. Take a look below at our list of co-presenting organizations: they can be great resources of information, and potential places to get involved!
CityUniversity of Seattle
City Year Seattle
Communities In Schools of Seattle
Leadership Eastside
Leadership Tomorrow
League of Education Voters
Northwest Association for Biomedical Research
Pacific Science Center
University of Washington College of Education
Washington Policy Center (link goes directly to WPC's Center for Education)
Washington State PTA
Western Washington University Woodring College of Education
YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish
City Year Seattle
Communities In Schools of Seattle
Leadership Eastside
Leadership Tomorrow
League of Education Voters
Northwest Association for Biomedical Research
Pacific Science Center
University of Washington College of Education
Washington Policy Center (link goes directly to WPC's Center for Education)
Washington State PTA
Western Washington University Woodring College of Education
YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish
CityClub Staffer interviewed on KUOW Weekday
Submitted by saraneppl on Thu, 01/07/2010 - 3:30pmJessica was on Weekday today with Steve Scher, and those of us who were in the office huddled around computer's set of speakers to listen to her and other conversants discuss the changing face of journalism. Here's a description of their discussion:
The face of journalism is changing. Traditional newspapers are declining. Television networks are becoming more streamlined and editorial in their content. What kind of journalism does a democracy need in order to thrive? How do you define good journalism?
Other conversants included Sarah Stuteville, lead journalist and education director for the Common Language Project; Florangela Davila, lecturer in the communications department at University of Washington and a freelance arts reporter at KPLU–FM; and Todd Mohktari, news director for KIRO TV News.
To follow up this coversation, Diane and Jessica are off at the Journalism that Matters conference: "Re-imagining News and Community in the Pacific Northwest".
If you didn't catch the show this morning, never fear - you can catch a podcast whenever you want. Click here to listen to the whole conversation! For more information about the Journalism that Matters conference, happening all weekend, visit our co-presented events page.
The face of journalism is changing. Traditional newspapers are declining. Television networks are becoming more streamlined and editorial in their content. What kind of journalism does a democracy need in order to thrive? How do you define good journalism?
Other conversants included Sarah Stuteville, lead journalist and education director for the Common Language Project; Florangela Davila, lecturer in the communications department at University of Washington and a freelance arts reporter at KPLU–FM; and Todd Mohktari, news director for KIRO TV News.
To follow up this coversation, Diane and Jessica are off at the Journalism that Matters conference: "Re-imagining News and Community in the Pacific Northwest".
If you didn't catch the show this morning, never fear - you can catch a podcast whenever you want. Click here to listen to the whole conversation! For more information about the Journalism that Matters conference, happening all weekend, visit our co-presented events page.
Co-presented Event: Art and Sustainable Cities, discussion hosted by Seattle Art Museum
Submitted by saraneppl on Mon, 08/24/2009 - 9:40amPack your lunch on Thursday and check out this fantastic event hosted by Seattle Art Museum. I can't wait to hear what this outstanding panel has to say! I've never considered myself "in" with the art scene in Seattle (what does that even mean?) but I've been quietly watching the work of the Free Sheep Foundation for awhile, and hearing great things about the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. Additionally, from CityClub experience, I know Michael Kinsley is fantastic in these kinds of panel/moderator discussions.
Free and open to the public! RSVP info is below.
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Art and Sustainable Cities: A Dialogue
August 27, 2009
11:30 am–1 pm
Olympic Sculpture Park, PACCAR Pavilion
Introduction:
Maryann Jordan, Interim Director, Seattle Art Museum
Moderator:
Michael Kinsley, American political journalist
Panelists:
Randy Engstrom, Founding Director, Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
D.K. Pan and NKO, Founders, Free Sheep Foundation
Buster Simpson, Northwest artist
Beth Takekawa, Executive Director, Wing Luke Asian Museum
Closing Remarks:
Gene Duvernoy, President, Cascade Land Conservancy
SAM and the Cascade Land Conservancy present the next panel discussion exploring the intersection of art, culture and the environment. Can steps be taken to ensure that revitalization and increased density are beneficial for both the arts and artists? How can we avoid artists being pushed out of our cities by rising prices? What roles do diversity and equity play in building vibrant, sustainable cities? Join us as we consider these and other questions.
“Art and Sustainable Cities: A Dialogue” is part of SAM’s Pivotal Perspectives series. Bringing together some of the most compelling thinkers on a given cultural subject, Pivotal Perspectives is a timely and innovative forum that addresses pressing issues in art and society.
Free and open to the public. To reserve your space, please email
boxoffice@seattleartmuseum.org or call the SAM Box Office at 206.654.3121.
Presented with support from the Seattle Office of Arts&Cultural Affairs
Congratulations, PATH!
Submitted by saraneppl on Wed, 08/19/2009 - 9:20amPATH, an amazing organization and a frequent CityClub, co-presenter, has just received a fantastic award! We are thrilled to hear this news, and wanted to congratulate them here in our blog, as well as share the news with all of you. From PATH's email:
We have just learned that PATH will receive the Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize for 2009. This is the world’s largest humanitarian award, presented annually to a nonprofit organization judged to have made exemplary and extraordinary contributions toward alleviating human suffering. We are humbled to be this year’s recipient.
Established by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation in 1996, the award honors humanitarian organizations that are addressing the most challenging issues facing the world’s most vulnerable populations. “Bringing new ideas and technologies to the toughest global health challenges and scaling them up at low prices, often hand-in-hand with the private sector, PATH is having a profound impact on the health and quality of life of millions of men, women, and children around the world,” said Steven M. Hilton, president and CEO of the Hilton Foundation.
Previous recipients include Doctors Without Borders and Partners in Health. We’re honored to be in their company and hope the $1.5 million award will be a catalyst for expanding our work around the world and addressing new areas of need.
Click here to read PATH's full press release. Congratulations again, to everyone at PATH! (We also send them best wishes on their big move to South Lake Union from Ballard - we only had a few desks to move, and it was quite an undertaking! I ride the bus past PATH's current building every day and I've many times tried to imagine moving everything that must be in there! It's enough to make a person shudder.)
Save the date for this great event we're co-presenting!
Submitted by saraneppl on Fri, 08/14/2009 - 2:11pm
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