Lots of entertainment and fun at MAPS "Art and Culture Day"

Plenty of good art and entertainment at Saturday's MAPS "Art and Culture Day"

Last Saturday was an excellent day to connect with the Muslim residents and some of the culture of greater Redmond.  This is a photo of  some visitors to the "Arts and Culture Day" held the mosque in SE Redmond.  (Their dress can be art it itself). We were fortunate to run into Hyder Ali in the morning who told us exciting news that the Mayor of Bellevue and Redmond Police Chief Gibson had already stopped by. 

Hyder is a resident of greater Redmond, works at Microsoft and is President of MAPS (Muslim Ass'n of Puget Sound), the sponsoring organization.  The event was held in a SE Redmond Muslim mosque named "Maasjid Ar-Rahmah," which is also a gathering place for the cultural community.  We enjoyed a brief visit with Hyder's son.The Event was very entertaining and fun with dancing and singing and we learned a lot about the cultures of Syria, Libya, Pakistan, Palestine, and Turkey at their art exhibits.  Hopefully, a slide show to follow.  Please send in your pictures!

Read more about Hyder Ali and how to connect with the cultural center and mosque  Read More >>

FREE HEART SCREENING EVENT! Cardiac Arrest leading cause of death in exercising athletes

from the desk of John Stockman, Redmond Fire Captain and Executive Board member of WSCFF 

FREE YOUTH HEART SCREENING!  This is an amazing FREE opportunity for Eastside area residents.

"Nick of Time Foundation"

 Free Youth Heart Screening Event

Wednesday October 5th, 2011~ 9am-5pm

**pre-screening orientation 8:30am sharp!

Redmond High School Gymnasium

17272 NE 104th Street

Redmond, WA 98052

"1 high school aged athlete suffers a sudden cardiac arrest every 3 days."
"Sudden Cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in exercising youth athletes"

As of today there are only 27 students signed up and we have room for 500.

Nick of Time Foundation will be offering free heart screens for students and athletes (ages 12-24) between 9am-4pm on Wednesday October 5th, 2011. Although this event will be hosted at Redmond High School in the Gymnasium, it is open to ALL youth regardless of enrollment. Please tell your teammates, coaches, and parents and teachers.  It is imperative for us to have coaches, teachers and parents on board to help promote and get the word out about the importance of this event. For more information or to register please email: appt@nickoftimefoundation.org  

To find additional heart screening events in Puget Sound this year visit http://www.nickoftimefoundation.org/

-- quotations from "Nick of Time Foundation" website. 

Rain water tour at Redmond's Grasslawn Park addresses polluted stormwater run-off, impacts and solutions

City of Redmond Grasslawn Park Clubhouse

rainwater run-off feeds into the garden

from the desk of Maddie Foutch, intern with People For Puget Sound ...

UPDATED:  "As part of my summer internship with "People For Puget Sound" I am putting together a Rain Water tour. Co-hosted by People For Puget Sound, Sustainable Redmond, and Redmond Public Works, the tour will be addressing the issue of polluted runoff and what the City of Redmond is currently doing about it.

Maddie's Rain Water Tour @ Graslawn Park

features rainwater expert guides

Monday, August 15, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

7013 - 148th Ave. NE

Meet at the Grasslawn Clubhouse on the NE corner of the park.

 The tour begins at the northeast corner of Grasslawn Park with an introduction to polluted runoff and the impacts it has on us as everyday citizens. We will then proceed through the park stopping to examine the many solutions the City of Redmond is implementing, including green roofs, permeable asphalt, and rain gardens. The tour will conclude after a Q&A session with the tour speakers ...read more >>

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From the desk of Cindy Jayne, Chair, Sustainable Redmond ...

After the Rain Water tour, whoever is interested will head over to a nearby pub to have an informal discussion on sustainability, projects for the future, projects in progress, recent activities, etc.

Posted By Yoder

Photo courtesy of Sustainable Redmond

Redmond Bike Park work party cancelled. Potential for appeal of Site Plan application

Redmond Bike Park - Credit Bob Yoder

Redmond Bike Park work party, scheduled for June 18 and 19, is cancelled until further notice. The City will announce a revised construction schedule as it comes available.

There is potential for an appeal of the site plan entitlement application to be filed. All design materials and the SEPA checklist for are posted on the project website at http://www.redmondbikepark.com/HOME.html  under the document library.

Over the past two years, the City worked with community members to determine how to legitimize dirt jumps built on City property. After a series of public meetings, field trips to other bike parks and trails and design workshops, the community approved plans developed by Hilride Progression Development Group. The design consists of five dirt-jump style trails for BMX and mountain bike riders. There will be a progression of trails from beginner to advanced, including a pump track that can be ridden by people of all skill levels.

The City has two partners on this project, Realize Redmond and Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance. It is supported or sponsored by Bikes Belong, Specialized Bicycle Components through Pacific Bicycles Company, Whole Foods Market, Sun Belt Rentals, Transition Bicycles and Redline Bicycles.

For more information, visit the project website at www.redmond.gov/bikepark  or contact the project manager, Carolyn Hope at 425-556-2313 or cjhope@redmond.gov

C.O.R. Press Release
Photo by Yoder
Special thanks to Howard Frazier for reporting a broken link.

Cyber-bullying: Abuse takes its toll on a new generation of American youth.

Northwest Asian Weekly Cyber-bullying: Abuse takes its toll on a new generation of American youth :

"The state of Washington presumes that children from age 8 to 11 cannot commit crimes.

Think again. On April 23, two sixth grade girls in the Issaquah School District were charged by King County Juvenile Court for cyber-stalking. They hacked into the Facebook account of Leslie Cote, a classmate and former friend. The girls posted sexually explicit pictures and, using Cote’s name, solicited boys for sex".

Read More >>

Reported By Sarah Yee
Northwest Asian Weekly, 5/19
Photo By Johnny Bui, NWAW

YES Invest in Youth Breakfast Huge Success

Husky Coach Lorenzo Romar with Shari

YES Invest in Youth Breakfast Huge Success

Husky Basketball Coach Lorenzo Romar helps attract 800 guests and raise $455K

BELLEVUE, Wash. (April 27, 2011)—With finds still coming in, the 2011 Youth Eastside Services Invest in Youth Breakfast raised $455,000, more than ever before. Held April 26 at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue, the event attracted approximately 800 guests who were captivated by encouraging stories of triumph.

The breakfast featured two YES clients sharing their very personal stories resulting in a standing ovation from the audience. UW Men’s Head Basketball Coach, Lorenzo Romar also spoke of his experiences growing up and his philosophy about coaching.  (Click the "Read More" blue link)

Local Civil Air Cadets - too young to drive but can assemble and fly glider planes!

Four Overlake cadets and two senior members joined with a dozen other CAP members from western Washington in Chehalis on Sunday to assemble one of the CAP gliders and get in a few flights.

The Washington Wing has two Super Blanik gliders and two tow planes within its fleet of aircraft. The gliders are based at Chehalis for most of the year.

Every CAP cadet is eligible for 5 glider and 5 powered orientation flights funded by the US Air Force.

There were 13 cadet flights today with over 500 glider flights expected to be flown this year in the WA Wing. CAP glider operations are planned to continue into late October.

If you would like more information about becoming a member of the Civil Air Patrol and learning to fly, please contact the squadron commander.

Sincerely,

Michael Holliday, Capt, CAP
Commander PCR-WA-050
Overlake Composite Squadron
Civil Air Patrol

The Overlake CAP meets every Tuesday evening, 7PM at LWSD headquarters in RTC.  New recruits are welcome.  Capt. Mike Holliday lives in Kirkland and is actively involved in the PTSA.

Celebrate Earth Day in Redmond, WA.

Perrigo Heights Preliminary Plat Trail  PHOTO/YODER

Arbor Day

Redmond, WA – Bring your neighbors and celebrate the importance of Redmond’s trees and forest ecosystems by joining the City of Redmond Parks and Recreation Department at Arbor Day 2011, Saturday, April 30 at the Watershed Preserve, 21760 NE Novelty Hill Road from 9 am to 12 noon.

This is the first year the City has joined with the Green Redmond Partnership to celebrate Arbor Day. No experience is necessary and gloves, tools and other materials will be available. It is important to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.  All ages are welcome.  For information or to participate in this event, please contact Chris Tolonen at 425-556-2369 or ctolonen@redmond.gov .

Take Action - April 22 - Earth Day

Sustainable Redmond Announces Spring Film Series

Redmond, WA – Sustainable Redmond (http://www.sustainableredmond.org/) is sponsoring two documentaries this spring on the Eastside. On April 17th they will show “Good Food – Sustainable Food and Farming in the Northwest” in Kirkland; and on May 10th they will present “Fixing the Future” in Redmond. This is a great chance for those on the Eastside to see some wonderful sustainability-related documentaries without having to drive to Seattle, and with free admission!   Read More >>

When your Teen Wants a Tattoo or Piercing, by Patti Skelton-McGougan

Patti Skelton-MacGougan
Executive Director, YES

When Your Teen Wants a Tattoo or Piercing
Talking about this big decision

Like the youth of the 1960’s who expressed themselves with long hair and funky clothes, today’s teens are using body marking to be ‘different’ and express their individuality. A piercing or tattoo is a way your teen says, “I'm growing up and making my own decisions, even if you don’t like it!”

You can say no, but how do you both respect your teen's need for independence and avoid rebellious behavior?  Read more >>

Local Civil Air Patrol Cadets meet with Senator Andy Hill in Olympia

Overlake CAP Cadets at Olympia Rotunda



 

Holliday, Senator Andy Hill, Osborn

  Dear Bob,   On Wednesday February 2nd, fifteen (15) students from east-side school districts travelled to Olympia to meet with their state senators.

They wanted to be present when the senate unanimously passed resolution number 8602 honoring the volunteer work done by the Civil Air Patrol in Washington state over the past 69 years.

Particular emphasis was placed on the volunteer work done by the cadets aged 12-20 who number over 600 in Washington state. Over 100 CAP members were in attendance in the capital yesterday.  Read more >>>>

Important Trends You Want To Know About

"Important Trends You Want to Know About"

Fake pot banned by FDA--A few months ago we shared with you the dangers of synthetic marijuana, also called Spice, K2 and herbal incense. It was recently in the news when a driver high on Spice drove into pedestrians at the Pike Place Market. The FDA has used its emergency authority to initiate a ban on this substance for at least a year, making it illegal to sell or possess. They will be studying the chemicals more and the temporary ban may lead to something more permanent.

Teen marijuana use up--Marijuana use is up in American teens while alcohol use has declined, according to an annual government study of 8th-, 10th- and 12th-graders across the country. However, alcohol is still the #1 drug of choice among teens with approximately 23% of high school seniors reporting binge drinking.
For "Seattle Times" survey, Click Here 

Early use of pot may change the brain--Smoking marijuana regularly before the age of 16 causes changes in the brain that can impair a young person's ability to focus, learn from mistakes and think abstractly, according to a Harvard study. To read more, Click Here.

By Patti Skelton-McGougan,
Executive Director
Youth Eastside Services (YES)
Photo:  Google Images

School Resource Officers Program is Renewed

The Redmond City Council approved $40,000 funding from Lake Washington School District to continue the School Resource Program through July 1, 2011.

The City of Redmond will continue to provide three regularly employed Resource Officers assigned to the following areas of coverage:  one at Redmond High School, one at Redmond Junior High, and one at Rose Hill Junior High.   The services provided by the SRO's are in addition to the normal police services already provided by the City. 

Although assigned Redmond High, Redmond Junior High and Rose Hill Junior High the SRO's may provide coverage to other nearby schools and areas surrounding these principle schools.  The goal of the SRO program is to foster a positive image of police officers among young people.  The Redmond Chief of Police, with input from the District, will choose the SRO's.

The School Resource Officers will act as a law enforcement resource, maintain the peace on school district property, provide law enforcement counseling and other duties. 

City Council approved the continued contract with LWSD during the "consent agenda" of their Regular Meeting on January 4th.  Source:   AM No. 11-005 (C7).

Old news, but Good news: Governor Christine Gregoire Proclaimed December 5-11, 2010 Civil Air Patrol Week!

Redmond Overlake CAP Cadet Honor Guard at Safeco. Cadets meet at LWSD Headquarters every Tuesday, 6:45-9PM
Overlake Cadet Squadron Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/overlakesquadron

Governor Christine Gregoire signed a proclamation last week, making December 5-11, 2010 Civil Air Patrol Week. Local Contact:  Mike Holliday overlake@wawg.cap.gov  Read More >>

YES Receives $50K from Moyer Foundation for Camp Mariposa

Executive Director Patti Skelton-McGougan

YES Receives $50K from Moyer Foundation for Camp Mariposa

Camp helps kids who are affected by a family member’s drug or alcohol abuse

BELLEVUE, Wash. (December 27, 2010) — The Moyer Foundation is partnering with Youth Eastside Services (YES) to continue offering a special camp for kids affected by a family member’s substance abuse. Camp Mariposa has helped hundreds of kids by giving them the tools they need to manage the impact of living with a substance abuser. The $50,000 grant will cover the cost of five camps in 2011 for approximately 120 children.

Led by specially trained and experienced counselors from YES, this free camp teaches kids about the impact substance abuse has on them and their family. Read More.

Photo by Yoder

Youth Eastside Services (YES) Counselor Describes Drug Trends

On Saturday, November 20, some 45 people gathered at YES for a workshop on Drug Awareness and Prevention. "The best prevention is being involved with your kid and educated about what drugs they may come across," said Noble Erickson, a substance abuse counselor at YES and the workshop leader. "It's equally important to let your kids know you won't tolerate alcohol or substance abuse of any kind and set clear consequences," she added.

Following are some drug trends Noble shared at the class:  Read more...

Read More >>

2.5M Kinect units sold in 25 days, By John Cook

Microsoft Blog/John Cook

 2.5M Kinect units sold in 25 days

 Microsoft may just have a holiday hit on its hands -- and it is called Kinect. The company announced today that the Xbox 360 accessory, which allows users to control game play through body motion and voice commands, has sold more than 2.5 million units since its launch 25 days ago.

That's a pretty good start, with the company reaffirming in today's press release that it is on track to hit the holiday goal of five million units sold. In fact, Marshall Kirkpatrick at ReadWriteWeb notes that it took Apple twice as long (two months) to sell two million iPads.    Read More. ...

By John Cook
Microsoft Blog, 11/29

Overlake Squadron Civil Air Patrol Winter Recruiting Campaign Is Underway

click the poster to read it

Hello RNB -

We had a successful recruiting effort in September with 8 new Cadets and one Senior Member joining our unit. I wish that I had better data but I like to think that your article helped us out, thanks.

This poster is going to be the centerpiece of our winter recruiting campaign and it will appear in junior / middle schools throughout the east side.

If you could send that out to your readers we would really appreciate the exposure. Remember to stop by one of our meetings soon so that we can meet and talk about the CAP program.

 Overlake Squadron Facebook Page

Regards,

Lt. Mike Holliday
Commander
Overlake Squadron
Kirkalnd, WA.

16 Redmond Rouser's Rotarians are Changing the World

Redmond's Rouser's Rotarians - Students of the Month

16  Redmond Rousers' Rotarians are Changing the World

The Redmond Rousers Rotary Club meets at 5:30 PM Tuesdays for dinner & fellowship at Fairwinds Leisure Care at 9988 Avondale NE (at the corner of Avondale & Novelty Hill Road). We have just added 11 new members, to further our goals of helping others & promoting peace, says Club President, Kelly Kyle.

Tuesday Oct 19th, our Students of the Month honorees were Saleem & Holly from EHS. These kids are so awesome, said musician Janet Baltzo, a new member. "I could listen to their stories all day. This is so cool!" The Redmond Rousers honor students who have turned their lives around and picked up the pieces. "Everyone has troubles now and then, stated Saleem, "You just go on & try harder". Many people in the audience, nodded their heads in agreement, while new member Scott Bell video recorded the meeting to post later. Scott is looking for others who are interested in recordings and reaching out to do social media or promoting their business. You can reach him or others by going to our website and clicking on their names. It will take you right to their site.

Thursday, Oct 21st, at 11am, the Rotary Rouser members gave 61 FREE dictionaries to the Einstein Elementary 3rd grade kids. This year we have a new way to give the books. The sponsors & the club go in half & half on the cost, but the sponsor gets to pick the school. This year, new member, Dr. Aditi Agarwal, local Dentist on the corner of Avondale & 116th decided to pick the closest school to her new business. The students were thrilled when we told them they had a NEW BOOK to take home. President Kelly talked about the eradication of POLIO worldwide, and why healthy kids all over the world are so important to Rotarians. Dr Aditi brought in her large teeth display & explained why cleaning teeth is so important for good oral hygiene. All the kids had so much fun looking up new words in their new book, and each 3rd grade teacher received a new book for their classroom too. 

READ MORE >>

Beware of the Latest Youth Drug Trend

Beware of the Latest Youth Drug Trend

Spice, K2 or "fake pot" is legal, but dangerous

There's a new drug trend among youth that you should be aware of--an herbal and chemical product which mimics the effects of marijuana. It's best known by the brand names K2 or Spice and some are referring to it as herbal incense or "fake weed." Whatever brand name it goes by, it's proving to be dangerous and I urge you to talk with your teens about the potential side effects.

Click Here to read more about the availability and side effects of Spice.

Read More about "One Family's Struggle" 

Overlake Squadron Civil Air Patrol Cadets Meet at LW School District Offices



Overlake Squadron CAP Color Guard in Safeco Stadium --  will perform in community upon request

from the desk of Mike Holliday....
One of the best kept secrets in town is the Overlake Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol. CAP has been around since 1941 and has 60,000 members across the country in 1500 Squadrons.

The Overlake unit has been here for 15 years and is mainly a Cadet Squadron made up of young people aged 12-18 operating from the Lake Washington School District Resource Center located in the Redmond Town Center.

The unit meets throughout the year on Tuesday evenings from 6:45-9:00pm. CAP operates like a military unit, wears the USAF uniforms, but is an all volunteer civilian organization with no obligation for military service.

The Squadron is holding a recruiting campaign during the month of September for new cadets as well as adults who support the operation. Of particular interest are adults who are pilots, medical, web-site design, and emergency services personnel.  Email Mike Holliday at:  overlake@wawg.cap.gov

We welcome the public to attend a meeting during the month of September to see the cadets training and to learn more about the Civil Air Patrol.   Read More details of the program and FAQ from Mike >>

Regards,
MICHAEL B HOLLIDAY, 1st Lt, Civil Air Patrol
Commander PCR-WA-050
Overlake Composite (Cadet) Squadron
Civil Air Patrol

www.facebook.com/overlakesquadron