Montlake Community Club

  • About
    • About the MCC
    • Volunteers
    • MCC Board of Directors
      • Meeting Minutes
      • MCC Bylaws
      • MCC Policies
    • Contact Us
    • Donate
  • Happenings
    • Community Bulletin Board
      • Post a Story
    • Community Calendar
      • Post an Event
    • MCC Hosted Events
      • Garden & Art Tour 2025
      • 5K Turkey Trot and Kids Run
      • 2024 Yard Sale
  • Neighborhood
    • Emergency Preparedness
    • Montlake Resources
    • Montlake History
    • Montlake Map
    • Traffic Watch
    • Montlake Tree Tour
  • Rezoning
    • About Montlake Rezoning
    • Montlake Rezoning Task Force
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Background and Process: One Seattle Plan and Rezoning
    • Additional Montlake Rezoning Resources
    • Zoning Letter
  • Montlake Gear
  • Donate
You are here: Home / Archives for ssandall

Virtual Turkey Trot a Success!

November 28, 2020 by ssandall Leave a Comment

The 2020 Montlake Turkey Trot is in the books and once again, the community did not disappoint!  Despite having only 390 virtual race participants, down from 1,500 in 2019, we still managed to raise ~$23,000 for the University District Food Bank!  This is short of last year’s total of $39,000, but thanks to a large increase in extra donations, the amount raised per participant is far greater than 2019. For the first time ever, we hit our $10,000 donation goal! This was made possible for racers donating on top of their race fees as well as ~35 additional folks that just donated without signing up for the run. Thank you so much for your generosity. And it’s not too late to add more if you are feeling inclined.  The donation link will stay live through Monday.

If you participated in the race, please upload your results and photos.  Not many have shared yet, but it has been fun to see those that have.  A Montlake family that is currently living abroad even posted their Turkey Trot photos!  So fun!! 

Last, but certainly not least, we are very grateful to our sponsors. New Turkey Trot sponsors include our only Signature Sponsor, Windermere Real Estate Midtown as well as Premium Sponsors Mangum Fitness, Hilleberg the Tentmaker, and Diane Terry. Burb’s Burgers sponsored at the Turkey Trotter level and was generous enough to give all participants free French fries with purchase!  If you haven’t tried Burb’s yet- don’t delay!  Favorites include delicious clam chowder, classic burgers, and a chicken sandwich that hits the spot.  They are located in the Southwest corner of the old Montlake Market parking lot next to the holiday tree lot.   Returning sponsors include Premium sponsor Graham Construction and Turkey Trotter Homelight. Glam and Tonics and Cafe Lago, continued their 5 years of support by donating products and services. Unfortunately, in our virtual format we were unable to make use of these donations, but we are so grateful for their continued and generous support. Please patronize these local businesses, they are struggling and need the community more than ever!

We hope the rest of 2020 brings you good health and that you find creative ways to enjoy whatever holiday traditions you celebrate.  Most of all, we hope to see each and every one of you in person next year at the 2021 Montlake Turkey Trot!

Share this:

  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Filed Under: Montlake Flyer

The Montlake Turkey Trot, a Catalyst for Community Building

November 24, 2020 by ssandall Leave a Comment

The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed many aspects of American life.  Our move to a virtual Montlake Turkey Trot has necessitated embracing these changes and finding creative solutions.  One of the first things we confronted was how to safely get race swag to participants.  We had a few volunteers willing to deliver locally and decided to mail packages to non-locals.  These plans all changed when Maxwell Burton, founder of the Seattle Pedaling Relief Project, contacted us about volunteering. This past weekend, Burton and race director, Tyler Mangum, put together an action plan and mobilized 18 bicycle volunteers to deliver race packages to 117 households, saving the race ~$1,000 in shipping costs!

Burton started the Seattle Pedaling Relief Project in Spring of this year when he found himself furloughed from the Cascade Bicycle Club and researching food insecurity.  He knew that a lot of his fellow bike enthusiasts had similar down time and an idea clicked.  Why not come together and see how they could help?  The mission of the Seattle Pedaling Relief Project is to further the use of the bicycle as a tool for social justice and combating food insecurity.  What that means in practice is that this group of ~350 volunteers delivers food from different food banks to families across the greater Seattle area on their bicycles.  Burton says they also perform “food rescues” from establishments that donate food to the food banks.  One of the added and perhaps unexpected benefits is the bicyclists have found an increased connection to their community.  Burton tells me that for many of his volunteers they used to view parts of Seattle through the lens of the bicycle route and a place to ride through, not necessarily as communities.  This project has allowed them to stop and get to know people in those communities.  They are feeling more connected as a result and gaining more understanding of the struggles many are currently facing. This was not something he anticipated, but thinks it’s an added bonus to the work they are doing to get food to those in need.

Burton and his organization serve 5 food banks throughout Seattle, including the University District Food Bank (UDFB), which is how Burton learned about the Montlake Turkey Trot. Since the Montlake Turkey Trot started in 2016, community building has always been part of our own mission and we are proud that we were able to partner with another organization, like the Seattle Pedaling Relief Project, that also values community.  Each year, we witness the strength of our community through our steadfast volunteers, eager participants, and generous supporters.  Folks like John and Carol Cordy, 41-year Montlake residents, eagerly give hours of their time each year to help with the Trot.  Additionally, we have brought on board new Montlake residents, like Tyler Mangum, who loved the event so much he agreed to direct it this year!  Board members from the UDFB, like Joseph Smith (pictured above), have also been helping in any way they can over the last four years.  Interested in getting involved?  Consider joining the Turkey Trot efforts now or in 2021. Burton says SPRP is also eager to have more volunteers.

You can still sign up for the Montlake Turkey Trot through tomorrow at midnight and donations will continue to be accepted through this weekend.  If you are just signing up for the race, are local, and want your swag before Thursday, email turkeytrot@montlake.net and we can arrange for porch pickup.  Otherwise, swag will be delivered after Thanksgiving.  While the donations and participation has been strong, especially considering the virtual format, we are still well short of our 2019 fundraising totals.  The UDFB is counting on us for this critical support!  Come on Montlake, let’s not let them down!

Share this:

  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Filed Under: Page Two

Friday is the last day to register for the Turkey Trot before final price increase…don’t delay!

November 18, 2020 by ssandall Leave a Comment

The current rate for the 2020 Montlake Turkey Trot ends at midnight on Friday November 20th. Be sure to register before then to get the lower registration rates! Swag will be mailed on Saturday.  If you don’t register by Friday night, it is very unlikely your swag will get to you before race day.  Additionally, we have limited inventory and if we run out we will have to resupply, which will further delay your shipment.  So don’t procrastinate, register NOW!!

The 5th Annual Montlake Turkey Trot has gone virtual with 100% of the fun and community benefits. What does a virtual race look like?  Basically- whatever you want it to.  On Thanksgiving day put on your race bib and custom Montake neck gaiter, pick your favorite 5K or 1 mile route and run/walk whenever you feel like it!  No waking up early, parking, or dealing with crowds!

A primary goal of this event is to raise money for the University District Food Bank and as of now, we are still $20,000 away from matching what we raised in 2019. The impacts of COVID-19 have hit those farthest from opportunity the hardest and the UDFB has seen an increase in demand as more people face food insecurity. The food bank is counting on us for support so don’t let them down! And don’t forget to supersize your support by making an additional donation to the UDFB right after you register! Feeling less ambitious and want to support the bank but not run or walk? You can still donate directly without signing up for the race! Just click the “DONATE” button.

Thanks in advance for supporting the 2020 Montlake Turkey Trot!

Share this:

  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Filed Under: Page Two

Video Q&A with Brooks Beast runner David Ribich, and an opportunity for a free pair of Brooks Running Shoes!

November 15, 2020 by ssandall Leave a Comment

We are excited to announce that our race director, Tyler Mangum, will be hosting a video Q&A with professional Brooks Beast Runner (and 4×1 mile indoor world record holder) David Ribich on Wednesday 11/18 at 7:00 pm PST and invite you to attend! During the talk, one lucky attendee will be given a FREE pair of Brooks Running shoes of their choice*!

This Q&A will be fun for all ages and ranges of runners!

In addition, all attendees that haven’t yet signed up for the 2020 Montlake Turkey Trot will receive $5 off their race entry fee.  100% of net proceeds from this virtual event go directly to the University District Food Bank! There is no cost to attend the video event, but donations to UDFB are encouraged.

Invites are LIMITED – please only request one if you are confident you can attend. Please message Tyler Mangum, tmangum89@gmail.com for the calendar invite.

*Rules and restrictions may apply – details to be emailed to all attendees. 

Rules: All attendees for the Q&A will be given an assigned number with their meeting invite – limit 1 number/invite per household. During the event, one number will be selected based on a random number generator and the person assigned that number given 1 pair of Brooks Running Shoes Trainers (Racing Flats and Spikes excluded); total donation to the foodbank and race registration is not required. The selected person must be present when announced during the talk.  If the selected person is not present then the next random number will be chosen. This will continue until a recipient has claimed the shoes during the time of the event. The person selected must live within the United States.

Share this:

  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Filed Under: Montlake Flyer

Last call for Turkey Trot sign-up before price increase!

November 11, 2020 by ssandall Leave a Comment

The early bird rate for the 2020 Montlake Turkey Trot ends at midnight on Thursday November 12th. Be sure to register NOW to get the lowest registration rates!

The 5th Annual Montlake Turkey Trot has gone virtual with 100% of the fun and community benefits. A primary goal of the Montlake Turkey Trot is to raise money for the University District Food Bank (UDFB). The impacts of COVID-19 have hit those farthest from opportunity the hardest and the UDFB has seen an increase in demand as more people face food insecurity. We are proud to partner with the UDFB and will donate 100% of all net proceeds from the Montlake Turkey Trot to them.

Registration includes a race bib, finisher medal, and a neck buff that features the Montlake Bridge. Swag will be shipped/delivered directly to your home prior to Thanksgiving day. Want to participate but don’t want the swag? You can still sign up and opt out of the swag for a lower cost. In just the last week, we raised enough from sponsors to cover the cost of all swag and shipping so no matter what you choose, your registration dollars will be supporting a great cause! Thanks again to all our cash sponsors: Windermere Real Estate Midtown, Graham Construction, Hilleberg the Tentmaker, Mangum Fitness, and Diane Terry.

So join the fun by registering today! And don’t forget to supersize your support to the UDFB by making an additional donation right after you register! And we still have opportunities for volunteers and sponsors.

Share this:

  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Filed Under: Montlake Flyer Tagged With: Events, montlake, Price increase, Thanksgiving, Turkey Trot

Sponsors needed for the 2020 Virtual Montlake Turkey Trot

November 5, 2020 by ssandall Leave a Comment

Calling all potential Turkey Trot Sponsors!  We are falling short of our sponsorship support.  While the cost of of the race is significantly less this year due to our virtual format, these critical funds help pay for the runners swag and the costs to ship them.  Ultimately, this enables us to increase our net proceeds that go directly to the University District Food Bank.  Did you know that the Turkey Trot is the second largest fundraiser for the food bank?  They rely on our community’s generosity to feed neighbors in need.  As you can imagine, demand for their services has increased dramatically during COVID and they need our support more than ever!

Our community is lucky to have committed sponsors year after year.  Despite all the challenges of COVID, local businesses Café Lago and Glam and Tonics continue to support the Turkey Trot by donating fabulous prizes. Thank you to both businesses for their generosity.  Other community members have also increased their support of the race.  Tyler Magnum, a Montlake resident and endurance coach, has stepped up to organize the race this year and has also donated 2 one-month custom training programs.  Carol and John Cordy, longtime Montlake residents and MCC board members, have enlisted help from their family and found a new sponsor in their daughter’s employer, Hilleberg the Tentmaker.  So even if you can’t sponsor yourself, maybe you have a connection to somebody that can.  Consider reaching out and asking!   

Sponsors are highlighted in communications to the runners and community-wide posts, being recognized as a community partner.  For more details see the sponsorship packet here or reach out to turkeytrot@montlake.net.  Thank you for considering sponsorship! 

Share this:

  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Filed Under: Page Two

Anxious about the election?

November 3, 2020 by ssandall Leave a Comment

So are we! We invite you to take a quick break and make a plan to join the 2020 Montlake Turkey Trot.

 

The 5th Annual Montlake Turkey Trot has gone virtual with 100% of the fun and community benefits. A primary goal of the Montlake Turkey Trot is to raise money for the University District Food Bank. The impacts of COVID-19 have hit those farthest from opportunity the hardest and the UDFD has seen an increase in demand as more people face food insecurity. We are proud to partner with the UDFB and will donate 100% of all net proceeds from the Montlake Turkey Trot to the University District Food Bank.

So join the fun by registering today!

We are looking for more sponsors as well as volunteers to help with social media promotion and mailing swag.  Please reach out to turkeytrot@montlake.net if you are interested. Deadline to have your logo on the race bibs is Friday, Nov 6th. Sponsors can donate cash or donations in kind and will get featured in all online promotions as well as have an ad on Montlake.net.

Share this:

  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Filed Under: Montlake Flyer

Car Parade Tonight- Help Celebrate our Montlake Elementary 5th Graders!

June 18, 2020 by ssandall 3 Comments

The 2019-2020 school year has been a year of firsts for our Seattle students. Despite the challenges, students and teachers have risen to the occasion and worked hard to make the best of this unique time in history.

Graduation for the Montlake Elementary 5th graders took place virtually last night on Zoom. Tonight, we will celebrate our graduates “in-person” by having a Montlake neighborhood car parade. The parade route starts at 6:00pm at the Montlake Community Center parking lot. Cars will proceed to Montlake Elementary School via E. Lynn St and E. Calhoun St. Once at the front of the school, teachers and Principal Pearson will greet the graduates and present them with their diplomas.

We encourage everyone in the neighborhood to walk outside for a few minutes, find a spot on the route, and cheer these kids on! We have encouraged students and their families to honk, cheer, and let out some wolf howls. It would be amazing to have the whole neighborhood join in. Let’s make some noise for these kids!

Parade Route

Share this:

  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Filed Under: Montlake Flyer

Flower Fundraiser for Montlake Elementary PTA

May 19, 2020 by ssandall 4 Comments

Spending more time at home these days?  Why not fill your space with beautiful peonies and support the Hmong farmers of Pike Place Market and Montlake Elementary- ALL AT ONCE!  Each peony bouquet is $30.  Montlake Elementary will receive $10 for each bouquet sold.

Order by May 25th for pick up on May 29th.  Send your order to coxelisabeth@hotmail.com and direct any questions to courtneyawilliams@gmail.com

Share this:

  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Filed Under: Page Two

Donate Now to Help Montlake Elementary Raise Critical Funds

May 6, 2020 by ssandall Leave a Comment

The Montlake Elementary PTA needs your help to virtually “Raise the Paddle” for Montlake Elementary and donate funds that are so critical to our neighborhood school.  Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the annual auction was cancelled and now the PTA needs to raise $94,000 more before the end of June in order to keep supporting Montlake at the current level.  That number is daunting, especially with so many facing economic hardships.  Please consider giving what you can.  The revenue from fundraising is critical in supporting fundamental programs like art, science, math and reading – as well as school counseling, tutoring and scholarships for enrichment. If these dollars are not raised, these things will be reduced or cut for the 2020-21 school year.

These are the staffing positions that the $185,000 PTA staffing grant will fund in 20-21.

    • Counselor (fully funded by PTA; 0.5 of a full-time salary).  We will not have a counselor without this money.

    • Art Teacher (Half is funded by PTA and half by the district to make up a full-time position.  Montlake’s art teacher, Jennifer Lundgren has won the Washington State Teacher of the Year and is a valued treasure to the school.

    • Library/Academic Interventionist/Tech Teacher (0.3 funded by PTA; combines with school funding for 0.8)

    • Elementary Assistant (0.3 funded by PTA; combines with school funding for 0.8)

    • Tutors (1.0 funded by PTA + school funding for 2.0 = 3 total)

Please don’t delay in your donations. While donations will be accepted through end of June, the PTA is hoping to reach their goal by May 15, so they can accurately forecast the budget for 20-21. To date, they have raised $27,750, 30% of the goal.

This is a hard request for the PTA to make as they know that many in our community are dealing with economic hardships – and many causes are vying for your attention and support at this challenging time. They thank you in advance for any support you can provide.

Share this:

  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email
  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Filed Under: Page Two

« Previous Page
Next Page »

donate

Donate to the Community Club!

Please help to shape Montlake’s future by making a charitable contribution. Download the mail-in donation form or donate online via Paypal by clicking the DONATE button.
Olimometer 2.52

Upcoming Events

There are no upcoming events.

View Calendar
Add
  • Add to Timely Calendar
  • Add to Google
  • Add to Outlook
  • Add to Apple Calendar
  • Add to other calendar
  • Export to XML

Montlake Blvd Traffic Cams

Live traffic cameras

  • Log in

Sign up to receive posts and neighborhood updates in your email

Search Montlake.net

From the Bulletin Board:

  • Montlake Rezoning Task Force Update!
  • Calling for enthusiastic Montlake residents to join MCC Board!  
  • Sunny Forecast for next week’s Montlake Garden and Art Tour
  • Join the RBC Race for the Kids 2025
  • City Wide “call to action” correction & reminder!

Copyright © 2025 · eleven40 Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in

Cleantalk Pixel