Wednesday night, the Jazz Hands brought smiles to the faces of the crowd at Café Lago, helped families celebrate graduations, and added a lively step to the already energetic Café staff. If you were there, you heard the good jazz sounds of Edgar Haimerl, Traci Staffen, Ben Wheeler, & Bonnie Birch. Look for this group in Montlake again in July. All this fun provided by your Montlake Community Club.
Max Mondzac Stars at Mr. Johnson’s Antiques
It’s a busy week for Max Mondzac: 1) Graduate from Northwest School 2) Celebrate 3) Play guitar at Mr. Johnson’s Antiques in downtown Montlake. You may not be able to get to the graduation ceremony or celebration, BUT you certainly can join him on Sunday, the 14th from 1:30 to 3:00 at Matt Johnson’s doorway 2315 24th Ave E. Hear Max playing some favorite guitar classics, some new finger style favorites, and maybe if you’re lucky, some of his own compositions.
Not too long ago (April), Max entertained at Town Hall for the Arts Fest Gala and wowed about 500 people with his version of a Tommy Emmanuel tune, The Tall Fiddler. Take a listen: Max plays with Apollo 8, the Seattle band that you may have heard perform in the area–including Montlake Elementary’s Art Walk. Come out and give Max a hearing –and congratulate him on his graduation; ask him about his plans too. And while you’re there, browse Mr. Johnson’s Antiques. You’ll find something to carry home and cherish.
Max’s appearance sponsored by your Montlake Community Club.
What’s Happening In & Around Montlake
Events in and around Montlake for the week of June 9th – June 16th
In Montlake
Registration Now Open
- Sunday Summer Urban Sketching & Watercolor Class Series with Gail Wong – First Series Begins June 28th
Tuesday, June 9th
Montlake Community Club Board Meeting – 7:00 pm, Boyer Children’s Clinic
Wednesday, June 10th
Friday, June 12th
- Montlake Elementary Carnival – 5:00 pm, Montlake Community Center Playfield
Saturday, June 13th
- Park in the Dark Night Hike – 7:30pm, Arboretum
Sunday, June 14th
Montlake Unabridged: Max Mondzac Plays – 1:30-3:00 pm, Mr. Johnson’s Antiques- Montlake Unabridged: Music & Art – 5-7 pm, Traveler Montlake
Ongoing
- Montlake Unabridged June Arts Shows – June 1 – 30th – Glam & Tonics and Edward Jones
- Fiddleheads Family Nature Classes – Wed, Thurs & Fri, Arboretum
- Family Story Time – Wednesdays, 11:00 am, Fuel & Montlake Library
- Montlake Meditation Group – Thursdays, 9:30 & 6:30 pm, 2145 Boyer Ave East
Around Montlake
Registration Open
Thursday, June 11th
- Chef Showcase Taste Event – 4-6:00 pm, Aegis Living on Madison
Visit our neighborhood calendar to keep track of upcoming events. All registered users of Montlake.net are authorized to submit events via our Post Your Event tool.
Music & Art Arrive At Traveler Montlake Next Sunday
June 14, in celebration of Montlake Unabridged, Traveler Montlake welcomes neighborhood musicians and artists and new menu items too! Sunday, from 5 to 7 p.m, Clark Snyder, Moss, & Bob Free play and sing in “Songwriters in the Round.” For “Show & Sell,” Mary Freiburger offers unique jewelry, & Gail Wong presents amazing watercolor sketchworks. Come to listen. Come to buy precious treasures. Come to eat and sip.
To tickle your tastebuds, The Traveler has cooked up NEW menu items: The Montlake Slider, of American Wagyu Ground Beef, American Cheese, Diced Onions and Pickles, with Garlic Aioli. Then there’s the new Montlake Mule, of Skyy Vodka Blueberry, Lime Juice and Gingerbeer, served with a lime wheel. AND for the kids, Pomegranate Lemonade.
You’ve gotta be there! Come early; Stay late: Sunday, June 14, 5 to 7. Don’t miss this Montlake Community Club sponsored good time.
Good Jazz, Good Food, Good Company–All At Cafe Lago
Café Lago welcomes YOU and the JAZZ HANDS on June 10 (7-9 p.m.) for an evening of Good Jazz, Good Food, and Good Company. This isn’t just your ordinary Wednesday night in Montlake. It’s a celebration of Montlake Unabridged— when our community spotlights its talent for neighbors and friends, hosted by our fine local Montlake businesses.
The Jazz Hands band plays jazz standards, Gypsy jazz, and more. Included in this versatile group, are Edgar Haimerl, Ben Wheeler, Traci Staffen, and Bonnie Birch, all talented musicians who clearly enjoy playing together. (You may remember them from our 2013 and 2014 All-Montlake Music & Arts Happenings.)
On the 10th, Café Lago will be offering their fantastic wood-fire pizzas for $15, and other superb, seasonal Italian delights to tempt your palate. And, of course, wines and other beverages to complement. Finally, who could resist the desserts? Lemon tart for me; Panna cotta for you?
Make a reservation right away for Café Lago –ph. 206-329-8005 or cafelago.com/reservations.html
Come on out to enjoy The Good Times — sponsored by your Montlake Community Club.
Boyer Children’s Clinic Offers 3-5 Year Old Summer Preschool Program
Are you looking for an engaging summer activity for your child? If so, consider joining Summer Preschool at Boyer Children’s Clinic, located in the heart of Montlake.
This fun and interactive program consists of both group and individual experiences in a classroom setting. Children will participate in activities such as art, music, problem-solving/listening activities, and playtime in the gym. The Preschool will meet for two-hour sessions, three times a week for five weeks, from July 6 – August 7, 2015.
For more information, please visit Boyer Children’s Clinic’s website. To register, please contact Denise Swanson at 206-325-8477 or denise.swanson@boyercc.org. Space is limited; please reserve your spot by June 8, 2015.
What’s Happening In & Around Montlake
Events in and around Montlake for the week of June 2nd – June 9th.
In Montlake
Tuesday, June 2nd
- A Closer Look: Stewartia in the Arboretum – 6:30 pm, Arboretum
Saturday, June 6th
Hearing, Speech & Deafness Center 1K Family Dash/Family Fun Run – 10:00 am, Montlake Community Center
Tuesday, June 9th
- Montlake Community Club Board Meeting – 7:00 pm, Boyer Children’s Clinic
Ongoing
- Fiddleheads Family Nature Classes – Wed, Thurs & Fri, Arboretum
- Family Story Time – Wednesdays, 11:00 am, Fuel & Montlake Library
Montlake Meditation Group – Thursdays, 9:30 & 6:30 pm, 2145 Boyer Ave East
Save the Date
Wednesday, June 10th
Friday, June 12th
- Montlake Elementary Carnival – 5:00 pm, Montlake Community Center Playfield
Around Montlake
Monday, June 8th
- District 3 Candidate Forum – 7:00 pm, Bush School Auditorium
Visit our neighborhood calendar to keep track of upcoming events. All registered users of Montlake.net are authorized to submit events via our Post Your Event tool.
Montlake Unabridged: June Spotlights Our Musicians, Artists, & Writers
Photos (Left to Right): Edgar Haimerl , Montlake Bridge by Gail Wong and Jennie Spohr & Arthur Lee Jacobson
Montlake Unabridged has arrived! Our own artists, musicians, and writers are springing forth to share their talents with Montlake Neighbors.
The Honor of Your Presence is Requested
Starting this week—and for the next 4 months, you’re invited to Montlake Main Street—often
- To Hear: jazz, country, pop, classical (Clark Snyder & Friends, The Jazz Hands, Max Mondzac)
- To See (& Buy): art creations-paintings, prints, jewelry (Mary Freiburger, Gail Wong, Marjorie Domenowske, DeDe Domenowske, Bill Weitkamp)
- To Listen to: reading & discussion of historical fiction (J.L. Jennie Spohr)
- To Taste: fine food and drink (Cafe’ Lago, the Traveler Montlake)
- To Meet & Greet: your neighbors, your friends, & your Montlake business and library hosts:
Edward Jones Investments (1-30th)
Mr. Johnson’s Antiques (the 14th)
The Montlake Library (the 29th)
See details on events in Montlake Calendar, & on performers in postings in the Montlake Flyer & Forum and posters in Montlake businesses & Library.
Montlake’s Got Talent: Let’s Enjoy It!
What’s Happening In & Around Montlake
Events in and around Montlake for the week of May 28th – June 3rd.
Image: 2014 Eat Real & Art Walk
In Montlake
Friday, May 29th
- Montlake Elementary 3rd Annual Eat Real & Art Walk – 5:00 pm, Montlake Elementary
2409 22nd Avenue East
Ongoing
- Fiddleheads Family Nature Classes – Wed, Thurs & Fri, Arboretum
- Family Story Time – Wednesdays, 11:00 am, Montlake Library
- Montlake Meditation Group – Thursdays, 9:30 & 6:30 pm, 2145 Boyer Ave East
Around Montlake
Friday, May 29th – Sunday, May 31st
- Bite of Greece – Various Start Times, 1804 13th Ave
Visit our neighborhood calendar to keep track of upcoming events. All registered users of Montlake.net are authorized to submit events via our Post Your Event tool.
