SR 520 will be closed across Lake Washington this weekend, April 1-3 to celebrate the grand opening of longest floating bridge in the world. The closure will begin at 11pm on Friday, April 1st with the bridge reopening at 2pm on Sunday, April 3rd.
The festivities kick-off at 7:30 am with Fun Run/Walk across the bridge.
The MCC is currently recruiting members of the community to serve on the Board of Trustees for 2016-2017. These positions are open to anyone who lives or works in Montlake and wants to engage with the community in a leadership role as a board member.
There are many areas in which a board member can be involved: block watch, snow brigade, art and music, beautification, welcoming new neighbors, web editor, annual all Montlake yard sale, traffic issues, bicycle and pedestrian safety, etc.
Those interested are encouraged to send a short statement which details their experience with the neighborhood, why they are interested in joining the Board and what experiences and skills they can apply to serving as a board member to secretary@montlake.net by April 12.
Celebrate the coming of spring with an egg hunt. Be sure to bring your bag or basket and make sure you are early because the hunt starts right at 10am ! Parents can visit with friends and family at our coffee and pastries table. Meet in the community center multi-purpose room before the hunt.
When: Saturday, March 26th 2016 (Rain or Shine!)
Time: 10 a.m. SHARP! Ages 12 & under
The Montlake Community Center and Kay Catering have partnered to offer three months of cooking from around the world. Each class will be a hands-on cooking experience, participants will learn to cook new dishes, meet new friends and the best part is every class ends with a dinner party to enjoy creations.
Let your inner chef play while you learn how to cook new dishes to impress your family and friends with.
Vienamese Night: Thursday, March 17th 6:00 – 8:30pm
Learn how to make your own Shrimp Fresh Rolls with Peanut Sauce and a big warm bowl of Chicken Pho
Italian Night: Thursday, April 21st 6:00 – 8:30pm
Create a beautiful Tomato Mozzarella Caprese Salad and learn how to roast your own vegetables for an amazing Roasted Vegetable Beef Lasagna.
Korean Night: Thursday, May 12th 6:00 – 8:30pm
Mmmmm….. The smell of cooking Kalbi (marinated short rib beef) will make your mouth water as you learn how to cook Jap Chae (vermicelli noodles with sautéed vegetable) and make your very own Cucumber Kimchee.
$45 per class
All Classes held at Montlake Community Center
Call 206-684-4736 to register
Photo: Camknows, Flickr
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Do your weekend plans take you to the UW campus or the Montlake neighborhood? If so, be prepared for a couple of major closures! The Montlake Bridge and the westbound SR 520 off-ramp to Montlake Boulevard East will be closed from 6 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, to 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28.
During the closure, our maintenance crews will replace three large sections of the deck, or roadbed, across the Montlake Bridge.
Bicyclists and pedestrians will have access across the bridge.
We’ve posted a news release with more information and details on marine traffic restrictions.
Please join us Monday, March 7th from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Montlake Public Library Branch meeting room for a Block Watch presentation by Seattle PD Crime Prevention Coordinator, Terrie Johnston.
Sponsored by the Montlake Community Club, this discussion will focus on crime prevention including home and neighborhood security, how to set up a Block Watch, how and when to report criminal activity, and several other safety related topics. If you are concerned about crime in your area, this is your opportunity to ask questions and be prepared.
The annual Montlake Co-op Valentine’s Day Party is Saturday, February 13th, 1:00 – 3:00 pm in the Multi-Purpose Room at the Montlake Community Center. Montlake families are invited to enjoy the activities including a Valentine’s photo booth, crafts and snacks for all ages. A wonderful social to meet new families and visit with those you haven’t seen in awhile.
Valentine’s Day at Cafe Lago
Enjoy lovely new menu items with your Amore, with your lovely family or with your sweet friends. Reservations are limited so please call 206-329-8005 to reserve your table.
Last Sunday night, Café Lago was hopping with Montlake neighbors, family, and friends enjoying the very first Montlake Holiday Light Fundraiser and what a wonderful evening it was! The event raised money to help the Montlake Community Club fund the festive white holiday lights you see throughout downtown Montlake and on the Montlake Boulevard Market. Something we want to continue year after year.
Café Lago generously donated 10% of their proceeds from the night while members of the Montlake Community Club board were on hand selling raffle tickets to those hoping to win one of four gift baskets filled with items donated by the Montlake businesses including Glam & Tonics, Jay’s Dry Cleaners, Montlake Boulevard Market, Fuel Coffee, Montlake Bicycle Shop, Mr. Johnson’s Antiques, Mont’s Market, Coven Salon, and Edward Jones Financial.
The Montlake Community Club would like to thank everyone who attended the event, the businesses and their amazing generosity, and those that donated their time, money, and effort to help make it a very enjoyable and successful evening. Photos provided by Jonathan Phillips.
Montlake Community residents are invited to attend a Photo with Santa event hosted by Windermere agents, Darcy LaBelle & Liz Suver on Sunday, December 13th from 11:45-1pm at the Graham Visitors Center in the Arboretum. Refreshments including hot cocoa, cider, coffee and tea will be served along with special treats.
RSVP to Darcy LaBelle 206-915-0916 or email darcy@windermere.com.
The University Link Light Rail opens tomorrow. Celebrations at University of Washington and Capitol Hills Stations kick-off at 9:00am.
