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The Lake City community is as challenged as any during these difficult times. With a large population of people living outside in the business district, local business owners are challenged with the difficult conditions on the ground.What to do? With … Continued
Meal/Food donation link and guidelines HERE In the mid-1990’s, Maple Leaf Lutheran Church welcomed SHARE shelter part time to the NE Seattle-Meadowbrook community. In these very different and hopeful times, the community and the hosts have now welcomed our guests … Continued
It’s a difficult task, to age and have friends, family, young and old, come and go, passing on, way too young or living a life with too much pain. Experiencing loved ones passing anytime but especially in a season of … Continued
When we first started discussing the changes we needed to make for the 2020 Lake City Holiday Project (way back in June) we had high hopes that the outcome would be successful. This project has been running in NE Seattle … Continued
With MC2’s support, shelter, tutoring, holiday care and food security remain strong in the NE Seattle community during these turbulent times. We recently secured funding for approximately 600 children again this holiday season. Also realized is our support for low … Continued
With an inspiring display of community spirit, the residents of NE Seattle have come together in 2020 to provide needy children with a little brighter holiday season. Thank you to everyone who sponsored children or donated money to our gift … Continued
MC2 has an ongoing working relationship with the Seattle Waldorf School. In the past, students and parents have donated and planted trees at MCGO in Meadowbrook, which are located near the 32nd NE and 105th NE intersection. It’s convenient for … Continued
In the decades of NE Seattle holiday support, we’ve never factored in a pandemic, thankfully. But here we are and we still have goals and an infrastructure of CARE, to support families in need during the holiday season. The pictures … Continued
A second end of summer visit by Waldorf summer campers to the Meadowbrook Community Gardens and Orchards (MCGO) installed more wattle around fruiting trees in the Orchard at Seattle Parks Meadowbrook campus. The goal is to keep trees safe from … Continued
Urban gardening and food security are important positive and promising trends here in Seattle and around the country. You can see it here with the MCGO project in Meadowbrook. Begun in 2010, the MCGO concept is active and has actual … Continued
Northeast Seattle’s full time shelter in Lake City’s Meadowbrook neighborhood began in March, 2020. With 16 residents settled in, many in community have been able to send support with meals, and other ancillary CARE. The coed shelter has been fortunate … Continued
Summer camp is a great time to build memories. Recently, Waldorf Schools donated fruit trees and planting time to the MCGO program at Meadowbrook. A reoccurring challenge at the MCGO site has been the random destruction of fruit trees,either, by … Continued
As we wrap up this experience of social distancing, it’s good to know that residents of the SHARE Shelter at Maple Leaf Lutheran/ Meadowbrook have stayed safe and ‘zero’ outbreaks of Covid 19. Matter of fact, all church-based SHARE shelters … Continued
Garden time for the NE Seattle community. Want to help your local community garden? Tomatoes, peppers and egg plant are on the MCGO menu and just a $2 donation for each plant! Make your donation HERE under the MC2 Contact … Continued
NOW you can be a part of the yearly effort to strengthen the Seattle community. A donation to MC2 ensures continued programming for shelter support, building food security, holiday family support and after school language tutoring at local Lake City … Continued
BIG thanks to the local farm-school program from Waldorf HS at Magnuson Park. The indoor growing program story was shared here last summer (https://www.mc-care.org/mccare/index.php/2019/06/06/indoor-farmers-at-magnuson-park/). The future is here and food security could not be a bigger issue than today. Their … Continued
This past Wednesday became Maple Leaf Lutheran Church’s first foray into 24/7 shelter for existing residents at the SHARE Shelter. Over the years, residents have been invited in to the church full time on holidays through out the calendar year. … Continued
The SHARE shelter in Meadowbrook/Lake City is now full-time. Community has put together a link/schedule for volunteers to support residents in their effort to ‘shelter in place’. With nearby food bank in Lake City and four grocery stores in the … Continued
With Washington state now sheltering in place, Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook and our partner SHARE/WHEEL (since 1996) have expanded the hours of our nightly shelter to provide safe, 24-hour housing for 14 residents. These residents now have a … Continued
A rainy day at Meadowbrook Orchard set the stage for gift exchange. With youth engagement in our community acting like a long time celebration, Waldorf 6th graders returned to finish their offering to the community. Back in October 2019, these … Continued
MC2 worked with church members in 2019 to create a space next to Hygiene Center that helped Maple Leaf SHARE residents get ready for day. The room is designated for ironing clothes or as a quiet place in the evening … Continued
As the many colorful murals of Seattle’s Lake City District appear in blank and barren spaces, another claim to fame for folks by the lake is now frequently, ‘on the menu’. Kaffeeklatsch Bakery first appeared on the Lake City scene … Continued
With all this January wet weather, you’d be thankful to be home warm and staying out of the ‘liquid’ sunshine. For some Seattlites having time, resources and space to take CARE of hygiene needs like bathing is not always an … Continued
As is often the case, we inspire and challenge our youth. These days we see more and more, our ‘future’ speaks to us. Many ‘thanks’ to Eckstein M.S. student who spent time organizing and delivering on our shelter here in … Continued
Yoga in Meadowbrook – Fridays / Winter Session 2020 Donate to MC2 here on the ‘About Us’ page and start your new year off right. Bring your mat or a big towel and meet your neighbors. For all levels, this … Continued
As the holiday season gets further into the rear view mirror, a few observations from the elves at the Lake City Holiday Project. With several events held and gifts distributed to clients throughout NE Seattle, its important to note the … Continued
Each holiday season our project relies on the caring hearts of many people and organizations. ASB’s teacher Mark Dougherty is one such partner (‘thanks’ to Ms Uhlman and Ms.Wegener too) The Lake City Holiday Project contact is one of three … Continued
Meadowbrook Community Center and Pool are recognized as the originator and host of Matthews Beach Polar Bear Plunge each New Year. This year it is on the schedule again. Last year it was a change from previous Plunges, with more … Continued
Meadowbrook Community CARE has hosted or supported in some form, the Lake City Holiday Project (LCHP) since 1986. This gift support campaign faces a new challenge this holiday season. Can you help spread the word? With an annual effort that … Continued
MC2 recently hosted 20 sixth graders at MCGO on a very stormy October Friday. They visited to learn about the history of the site, the community commitment to supporting the food bank and also prepping for a return February 2020 … Continued
For the last 10 years, volunteers have pulled and cut back weeds that thrive at MCGO. Whether growing potatoes at the Community Garden or plums in the East Orchard, the battle against the happy growing weeds is an ongoing challenge. … Continued
Back to school, back to nature and back to CARE. The After School support programming at Olympic Hills Elementary follows a busy season at the Meadowbrook Community Gardens and Orchards (MCGO). The goal for MC2 is to ‘support, educate and … Continued
Thornton Creek Alliance welcomes all to this free event; the highlight of this evening will be the journey to secure purchase of a key North Fork property at 125th in Lake City. Seattle Parks, SPU, the County and City Councils … Continued
Each Fall Seattle Pacific University connects with Meadowbrook Community CARE (MC2) on their freshman class orientation. The Cityquest 2019 volunteer effort here in Meadowbrook was fun and inspiring. Sharing the onsite history of the Muckleshoot Tribe trail history and the … Continued
Every year, King County’s United Way offers a Day of Caring event to support nonprofits in need. Their website cues the need every year and community groups, corporations and civic groups come to the call. The seven acre site in … Continued
Sights, sounds and smells…the Lake City Farmers Market has flourished over the years. 2019 is no different. It would be great to experience this on more than one day a week but we are thankful for what this community jewel … Continued
Back in 2015 the United Way’s Day of Caring annual event welcomed Microsoft employees to MCGO. Getting out of the office and into the fresh air made for a fun day and getting much accomplished. Its 2019 and we welcome … Continued
The last mural to grace the front of the popular Meadowbrook Community Center has now been revealed. As a welcoming gesture, colors and text ‘bring you in’. With water and nature all around, the murals share the goal of workers … Continued
MCGO Steward Sue M opened the welcome mat for this returning summer camp last week. Traveling around the city, the kids enjoy and experience citywide effort to create a thriving food security network. We appreciate the visit and celebrate the … Continued
Pounds and pounds of goodness produced are delivered each Monday. With an abundance and variety, volunteers dig, pick, pull and box up each weeks sun-drenched local deliciousness. With the dog days of August ahead, leadership begins to plan Fall harvests, … Continued
Whether you’re cruising slowly (please) down Lake City or even in the Northgate area, you are likely to experience the effort of artist Andrew Miller and his cadre of youth from the City of Seattle programs. Many of the themes are a by-product of youth engagement. As an … Continued
North Seattle Family Center in Lake City is hosting a ‘Back to School’ Drive for 200 low-income children in the Lake City community. The due date is AUGUST 23rd. The greatest need is for teenagers and any kind of supplies, … Continued
Another summer and another locally grown delivery. Not only fresh but even more healthy goodness with no time on the store shelf. There have been multiple deliveries recently on the Asian plum harvest too. MCGO means harvests ‘GO’ to food … Continued
MC2’s Board President Eli Patten spent a late June Sunday visit to MCGO’s garden party (work, that is) located next to Nathan Hale HS. Getting to visit all the great volunteers allowed for news to get back to the meetings … Continued
Meadowbrook welcomes LGBTQ Housing Fair this Saturday, July 13th (11a-3p) at Maple Leaf Lutheran Church. Plenty of parking; more info please email, info@allyship.org. The event is hosted by the City of Seattle and LGBTQ Allyship. Maple Leaf Lutheran Church is … Continued
In 2019 Meadowbrook Community Center embarked on an effort to bring color and ‘CARE’ to the Center, as well as their Teen Center at Nathan Hale High School. Artist Andrew Miller has had other art-student efforts pop up too (Lake … Continued
Keeping a large multi-acre growing site filled with quince, fig, plum, apple trees and a multitude of other edible treasures healthy and accessible is a year round effort. A new partner showed up this June as part of the Windermere … Continued
A welcoming Springtime visit by High School students of Waldorf to the Meadowbrook Orchard helped the local community orchard at the seven acre site on this early June day. Sharing the site history with students and chaperones is an interesting … Continued
Waldorf H.S. operates at the Magnuson Park; their grade school, here in the neighborhood of Meadowbrook. Located at the very north end of the Seattle Parks site, the high school can be found near the small boats ramp and the … Continued
With the close of 2018-2019 School Year at Olympic Hills Elementary we share with you the fun and scholastic year of supporting, educating and engaging our community of scholars. With one on one tutoring we send off two students to … Continued
What’s in your neighborhood? Meadowbrook and the surrounding Lake City District has a multitude of urban challenges and sometimes they ‘merge’. Homeless encampments, as an example, may effect the creek system. Plant invasions and ‘corrupt’ residential sites may leech into … Continued
This is the time of the school year we reminisce and attempt to capture the youthful memories we all have. Fifth graders move on and tutors take off for their summer ‘vacation’. Its a fun time, with nice weather and … Continued
Each year, Liberty Mutual Insurance sends workers out into the community to serve. Their effort in Meadowbrook makes a difference. The garden and orchard (MCGO) benefit during this important time of the season. If mulching and weeding don’t happen then … Continued
Inside the Lake City District resides the smaller community known as Meadowbrook. This NE Seattle community faces challenges just as any other part of Seattle experiences. It also is a place of learning and suppport for neighbors, as well. A pond, … Continued
Rhyme or reason? The usage of the phrase captures the ‘lack of rationale or lack of pattern’ when used in conversation. Without a doubt, teaching and practicing to write or express a poem has never been more popular. With ‘hip-hop’ … Continued
In March, MC2 Board of Directors were notified of local Foundation support for the coming2019-20 school year. This is the first year for a paid staff position so the timing of the grantacknowledgement and opportunity to thank the foundation is … Continued
For five years MC2 has successfully engaged students after school at Olympic Hills Elementary in Lake City. Working with students to improve their English Language skills, we seek out volunteers who then become mentors/tutors. Each year, 10-12 students match up … Continued
Metaphor, Sch-metaphor…the popular movie, ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ features a superhero ‘Tree’ character played by tough hombre, actor Vin Diesel. His lovable loyalty to the pack of good guys and gals sustains their effort to fight for good. ‘Groot’ as … Continued
Happy feet, good food and friends return to the Lake City District. March 22nd, Friday from 6-9pm is the date to save. Held at the Lake City Community Center; the potluck affair includes ‘crafting’ fun and is open and free … Continued
The Seattle Parks and Recreation Department (City of Seattle) commissioned a booklet in 1995 that shares the historical details of the community known as Meadowbrook. “History is the backbone of a community. …generations who have worked and lived and played … Continued
Emergency Hub stations are located throughout the city of Seattle. Wedgwood has a dedicated hub next to the Post Office, on 35th NE. The Lake City site is north of the North Helpline/ Lake City Food Bank in the Fred Meyer … Continued
The recently memorialized Meadowbrook Teen Center is now reflecting, through art, concepts like community connection and teamwork. Facilitated by artist Andrew Miller, the inspiring ‘colors’ embraced and put down by artist and youth captures the commitment by Teen Coordinator Ms. … Continued
Thornton Creek Alliance welcomes all to their January gathering in Meadowbrook. The creek itself runs along Nathan Hale HS in Meadowbrook and has dealt with the largest living rodents in the USA for some time. How do our governmental institutions … Continued
With ‘kudos’ to Nextdoor and Seattle Lighting, Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook Green Team held a holiday styrofoam drive. Dedicating the lobby for drop off probably would not be a first choice in the future. Office Dog Dewey couldn’t … Continued
Aegis Living @ Ravenna sponsored a warm clothing drive this past Holiday Season for the coed shelter at Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook. Pictured is Sue Donovan of Aegis-Ravenna with MC2 contact. In the Fall of 2018 she walked the shelter accommodations and asked if a warm clothing drive for the residents would … Continued
For several years now a group of Seahawk fans/ Lake City friends have organized and celebrated holiday CARE for their community of kids in need. ‘Berto, Stryder and Hellbent owner Randy all put their goodness where their hearts are for … Continued
Each new years day celebration, Seattle citizens itching to get out of the house and breath the air of 2019 visit Matthews Beach/ NE Seattle. Big ‘thanks’ to Meadowbrook Community Center’s Pool staff who work to corral the frosty wannabes … Continued
With the 2018 Lake City Holiday Project now complete, the many ‘elves’ that support the effort can tend to their own list and celebration. Working with the North Helpline and North Seattle Family Center in Lake City, these two providers … Continued
‘Tis the season! Annette of Kaffeeklatch fame found the tree, inspired a poster event and put out the word. Folks from Lake City Future First (LFF), Seattle Farmers Market and Hellbent Brewing came out and helped put the pieces together … Continued
Donors, volunteers and community; to you MC2 says ‘thank you’. Whether its civic groups, businesses, churches, schools or advocates for CARE, we appreciate again, the awesome turnout. We will again meet the requests of local human service providers and their clients. Families in … Continued
As Winter Break arrives, tutors and students closed out the 2018 school year with a party of balloon volleyball (a big hit!) and sweet holiday bags. Director Ms. Kaela put down the tape lines and filled up ballons for a memorable day. … Continued
The Lake City Holiday Project welcomes the Tennis Center Sand Point, located in the Magnuson Park complex. The diverse and welcoming indoor location offers up support for neighbors they both welcome and advocate for. The privately owned facility and ownership are strong on being good neighbors. … Continued
The Lake City Holiday Project (LCHP) heads into its 33rd year with the goal of supporting human service providers in NE Seattle. Engaging residents at these locations in this effort allows candidates, in most cases, to support a challenging family … Continued
Much of the Lake City District is famous for the big strip. Fast food, car sales, retail and small owner businesses. But woven through the 5 smaller communities of Lake City (Victory Heights, Cedar Park, Olympic Hills, Meadowbrook and Matthews … Continued
Olympic Hills Elementary School in the Lake City District is blessed and challenged. With a new building and growing enrollment, resources still are difficult ‘ask’. MC2 is not hindered by a PTA budget. Our tutor language support now reaches its … Continued
MC2 is happy to announce we too have caught the ‘mural town’ fever. Maybe contagious (probably and for sure), but our lake city youth effort has come to Meadowbrook. MCGO is one of the beneficiaries of this community buzz. Janet Wilson, Pool Coordinator at Meadowbrook … Continued
Meadowbrook Park is home to the Meadowbrook Community Gardens and Orchards (MCGO). The multi acre site is neighbor to four different schools and creates opportunity to build on educating us all on best practices and local food security issues. For eight (+) … Continued
It was April 2018 when Denise Juneau (lawyer, educator, administrator, Tribal member) was confirmed for the new job as Superintendent of Public Instruction in Seattle. It was a unanimous vote; if you’ve met her, know her and read about her, … Continued
The art presentation, ‘Homelessness: Disgrace of a Wealthy Nation’ was held this past week and the turnout was a good one. The issue of homelessness is everywhere in our daily lives and this effort staged at Maple Leaf Lutheran Church … Continued
Back in September a local mom reached out to MC2 to plug her child into the project at Meadowbrook Community Gardens and Orchards. Her son attends a Waldorf School at Whidbey Island during the week. Scheduling her son’s interest into the work and goal … Continued
The Thornton Creek Alliance, an effective and committed community group here in Seattle, hosts their General Meeting this coming October 24th, 2018. The free event will present UW’s Dr. David Montgomery, PhD. and his presentation on ‘Growing a Revolution: Soil, Water and Society’. … Continued
The 2018 Lake City Holiday Project supports youth at the FOUR NE Seattle Community Centers for the first time. Northgate, Magnuson and Meadowbrook have been a part of the program for several years now. Lake City Community Center is new … Continued
The local barbershop chain is jumping in to partner with Meadowbrook Community CARE (MC2) this holiday season. Two of its seven Seattle stores will host a holiday tree this season. The newest location on Sand Point Way will also host … Continued
It’s another CityQuest September and the good fortune of Meadowbrook Community Gardens and Orchards (MCGO) site welcomed freshman students from Seattle Pacific University. We always prepare for a big turnout but this year, numbers were low. Given the work for … Continued
Save the date! A timely and intimate portrayal of a collective struggle; the twenty five piece art series takes the medium to a life size experience. Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook welcomes all to join us on this journey of exploration through the work of artist Keith Artz. Since 1996 … Continued
Dedicated seating, classes on food preparation (Kombucha), live music and yummy tastes and sites of delicious local foods are what you get on Thursdays in Lake City. With a changing and evolving community, the look and feel of this local … Continued
Sept 14 saw community gardens and orchards in Meadowbrook welcome the annual United Way Day of Caring service event for its 14th visit. Important because these large yearly group visits support the MCGO Steward Group at Meadowbrook. Growing, watering, planting, … Continued
Tutors needed for English Language Learning 3-5th graders at Olympic Hills Elementary School in Lake City We invite you to join a group of dedicated volunteers(since 2014) who have been making a difference in the academic experience of students learning English … Continued
The Meadowbrook Community Center and its affiliated Meadowbrook Pool have a great outreach history. With an active Advisory Board, many other Community Centers have benefited from Meadowbrook’s past budget surplus and relied on a like minded partner. The Pool has … Continued
Homelessness is a topic of conversation and a dilemma most see as a huge challenge. In the abstract, many avenues of choice might be a solution. Whether a drive through downtown or a visit to the park, the reality of … Continued
Walla Walla Sweets harvested and delivered to the food bank in Lake City. Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook built garden with funding from Solid Ground and E.L.C.A. HungerGrant (ELCA.org). A total of 154 lbs were delivered with this harvest. … Continued
Many who live in Wedgwood (NE Seattle) enjoy the friendliness, easy commuting and close proximity to all the great offerings of the great Northwest. The citizens taking a big brunt of the growth and density do not live here. That … Continued
United Way’s Day of Caring at MCGO is set. This September event will welcome Build Urban to the service day. This Real Estate developer, design and build firm is located in the Northlake/Fremont neighborhood. Welcome to Jillian and all the … Continued
The quiet and peaceful Albert Davis Park is not the most ‘well-known’ of Seattle Parks. Located behind the Lake City Community Center, it has become a place to enjoy. A nice playground, a light-hearted mural and more recently, a place … Continued
Betsy, at the Seattle Library Bookmobile welcomes children from the Community Center in Meadowbrook once a week. Because of the great distance (in ‘kids ft’), from the Wedgwood / NE Library to south and Lake City Library to the north, … Continued
Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in NE Seattle’s Meadowbrook neighborhood has hosted a 20 resident coed shelter since 1996. With expanded resources (showers, TV, storage, quiet room and shelter kitchen) the ‘welcoming’ spirit is evident as one walks the Community Hall. SHARE staff recently added case management (2017) with the goal of identifying needs not always realized … Continued
Anyone remember the phone booth? With the advent of the cell phone and its immersion into all our daily lives, some might not know what a phone booth is? One of the most memorable phone booth stories for some is … Continued
It’s June 2018 and another year-end debrief meeting between MC2 and Olympic Hills Elementary staff and Principal (Elizabeth DeBell) was held. Covering issues like next year enrollment, calendar challenges and resource management were typical and necessary topics for Fall 2018. This year … Continued
Each year, as the one-on-one tutoring program ends, we have a proper send-off for the older students and a celebration time for all. Water balloons, bubble fun and ice cream highlights a year of engagement and care. This year was … Continued
The Lake City After School Program has operated since 2013. MC2 has relocated the program four times in 5 years with its initial kickoff at the Lake City Community Center. Many have donated long hours of planning and advocacy. Support … Continued
In January 2003, 200 brave swimmers thought a ritualistic ‘plunge’ into the cold and frigid Lake Washington waters would be a great idea. Located at the Seattle Parks / Matthews Beach, the event back then was introduced by Meadowbrook Pool … Continued
After a contentious arrival of Tent City 3 to the Meadowbrook neighborhood in 2007, a group of community neighbors volunteered to cook a meal for the arriving TC 3 guests. The volunteers also signed up to provide a meal for the 20 indoor shelter residents at … Continued
The Meadowbrook Community Gardens and Orchards (MCGO) site is made up of local community and Seattle Parks who together, act as primary stakeholders. Each Community Center also finds direction from their Advisory Council, consisting of community and Seattle Parks staff. … Continued
Have you ever started a plant from seed? It’s more affordable and it takes care and dedication. Imagine a whole bunch of these plants started from seed? How, when, where and who is a big part of the process. Currently, … Continued
Beauty and a beast? Art and controversy? The ‘Yin’ and ‘Yang’ of vehicle movement? Color and structure. Straight lines and circles. The mural projects popping up all over the Lake City District is color movement if you slow down and smell the coffee (thanks! Kaffeeklatsche…). The … Continued
Heidi Mair, a local Wedgwood Yoga instructor (third from left, in picture) offers a yoga for gardeners hour long format called Veda Yoga. A basic introductory movement and breathing class which engages motion to support complimentary gardener work habits. This past week was the … Continued
Meadowbrook Community CARE, also known as ‘MC2‘ has some stats on care for the community in the Lake City District to share with you this Give BIG season, Food security, Coed Shelter, Family Support and After School Tutoring happen at MC2: This year: 22 children received free one–on–one after … Continued
Cafe Javasti operates two cafes in the north end of Seattle. One on 5th Ave (Maple Leaf) and the other, on 35th in Wedgwood. Each has their own distinctive ambiance and both are active in giving back to the community. Co-owners … Continued
Coming up next month (May 9) is the annual Give BIG event supporting local nonprofits. Working to support food security (MCGO), holiday family support, sheltering the homeless and supporting the English language needs of Seattle School youth (Olympic Hills Elementary) ALL happens with Meadowbrook Community CARE. … Continued
Mooving Seattle’s urban space to a food security-focused community benefits from the NHUF yearly effort undertaken at Nathan Hale High School. Training future urban farmers and gardeners starts like this. Dedicated youth and experienced teaching methods making time and resources … Continued
The Willamette University ‘Take a Break’ program recent visit to Seattle focused their Spring Break program on issues of homelessness in our NW region. Students shared that they too see the challenges in their school town of Salem, Oregon. Having the opportunity to immerse themselves in … Continued
On April 3, Melanie Neufeld, representing Seattle Mennonite Church in Lake City and Pastor Julie Blum of Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook attended a Church Council of Greater Seattle gathering to vision and engage on the issues of homelessness, policing and the Youth … Continued
The Meadowbrook community welcomed Willamette University Take-a-Break Spring program to the Meadowbrook Orchard. The service day was the fifth year that the program has visited the Seattle Parks site. This year, the student group focused on improving soil conditions in … Continued
The outdoor preschool program at Meadowbrook Playfield, known as Tiny Trees begins September 10, 2018. Having a ‘AM’ and a ‘PM’ schedule that hosts a total of 32 children, is now full. The Seattle Preschool Program is a financial aid piece … Continued
The Spring ‘Take a Break’ program comes to Seattle this week. With emphasis on homelessness, they will visit area programs to understand the many challenges and effort underway here. Lodging at Maple Leaf Lutheran Church also enables students to take … Continued
With the same twelve students on the two day a week after school program, filling the need for one-on-one engagement can be a volunteer management challenge. Securing 24+/- tutors would seem to be a daunting task. A rewarding effort is an easy sell. This year … Continued
Coming this April 2018, the historical building ‘LaVilla Dairy’ in Meadowbrook will be a shared home to both a Construction Company (CB Construction) and the community-based NE Seattle Tool Library. The Library will move from their location near Dahl Playfield … Continued
Mason Bees in Meadowbrook / March 5: Native Spring Pollinators in YOUR yard Come learn about one of our important native pollinators, the blue orchard mason bee. These bees are some of our earliest emerging native pollinators and are crucial to the health of our … Continued
Its not in the month of March and its really not ‘madness’ but the yearly idea of connecting with community at MBCC Winter Basketball games is a fun one. Families come and go, so the sale of yummy and healthy food at the … Continued
With looming budget cuts to the City of Seattle’s SHARE shelter system, Urban Rest Stops (dedicated hygiene, laundry and mail srvs), Catholic Community Srvs and Women’s Health programming, a Council meeting was held to intake what the cuts would mean. … Continued
The Lake City After School Program at Olympic Hills Elementary operates on Monday and Tuesdays during the school year. Teachers identify students English Language needs and connect with parents around the one-on-one tutor experience at the school. There are other opportunities (basketball, … Continued
Seattle Parks and Recreation uses the ‘Coordinator Shuffle’ to address local staffing needs. Frequently there is no pattern to the employee transfer process and it does challenge the local community to stay involved. Coordinators are the frontline or community ‘face’ when visiting a Community Center within the City of … Continued
Over the past several years, Olympic Hills Elementary has traditionally shared a world map display with visitors as they arrive to the school. To see the many places students family have originated from gives one a real sense of the distance and … Continued
Most Lake City District citizens know where to go for a good indoor swim. The Seattle Parks System has a great place in the District. Meadowbrook Pool is a part of the Meadowbrook Community Center and its big campus. Know … Continued
Each tutor session at Olympic Hills has a break time built in. Good or bad weather, students love to spread their wings. Four square, kick ball, jump rope or playground; lots of choices. But litter pickup? Having explained MLK day … Continued
January 2018 presented a project long in need and in the making. MCGO’s North Orchard has a newly refurbished trail that escorts students, runners, and community center guests safely across the Meadowbrook Creeklet. A long overdue ‘safe entry’ to the orchard was also completed in this month. It is an … Continued
Founder and CEO Andrew Jay of Tiny Trees Outdoor Preschool Program notified MC2 that they will begin offering Preschool programming at Meadowbrook Community Gardens and Orchards site (MCGO)in September 2018. The playfield borders NE 105th and the Seattle Parks Community … Continued
The Lake City Community Center welcomed newly appointed staff beginning this past January 2, 2018. Long anticipated City staffing of Seattle Parks property in Lake City has been a goal of many local activists. The Coordinator for Seattle Parks at Lake City is … Continued
“The Meadowbrook Golf Course (founded 1932) was located on the present site of Meadowbrook Community Center and Nathan Hale High School, between NE 105th to 110th Streets and 30th to 35th Avenues NE. The land had originally been developed as a … Continued
Many ‘thanks’ to the ownership group at Hellbent, the Emerald City Law Group and friends of ‘Berto. A Sunday Seahawk game, good food and fresh beer was a great combination. The group has committed over the years to support the Lake City … Continued
Mini me? No, Mini Holiday Bazaar. Cafe Javasti in Wedgwood welcomes ALL this Saturday (Dec 16) from 5p-8p for a holiday treat of sights, sounds and tastes. There is a cookie decorating for the little ones, free drip coffee and local artisans with … Continued
The Lake City business district is a busy place. Businesses work hard to give good service, offer a good product and have a positive outreach into the community. With the constant change that is Seattle, one fun experience recently offered is at the Kaffeeklatch on Sundays. The … Continued
Meadowbrook Community CARE (MC2) has evolved since 2007. Having coalesced around a church effort to serve the community in partnership with the stakeholders, our first full year (2008) was forgettable. With an economic downturn reeking havoc, we worked, over time, … Continued
The Lake City office of State Farm Insurance offered up financial support this week to the holiday project. Lisa Maples who runs the office committed to supporting the needs of families in crisis. Many in the community use this time … Continued
As the halfway point in the school year approaches, MC2 would like to share a look at the new leadership at Olympic Hills Elementary (OHE). Just to catch up, the Lake City District school site was scheduled for demo two years ago. With … Continued
This October celebration day at Olympic Hills Elementary was topped off with the local ‘Little Kitchen’ bakery’s confectionery. Located on Lake City Way, it serves the two Cafe Javastis’ in the Wedgwood and Maple Leaf neighborhood. The student-break during the weekly tutor … Continued
Dedicated Community Garden Steward at MCGO, Sue M delivers weekly to the Lake City Food Bank. What happens prior to delivery involves volunteers who ‘seed’, plant, water, weed and harvest. A portion of each harvest is prepped for delivery, with … Continued
Since 2005 Seattle Pacific University’s Cityquest program has visited MCGO. Sending freshmen class to the site has been a much needed ongoing boost for MCGO. In the beginning years, creek cleanup and blackberry removal were the tasks at hand. For the last 12 years the … Continued
Expression through color is a great way to aspire towards a welcoming community. Young lives often embrace the opportunity to tell a story through public art. Seattle Parks employee Mark Mendez recently volunteered energized youth artists again into the colorful … Continued
United Way held their annual region wide service day this past September. This was the ninth year that MCGO welcomed an interested group. Great weather made it a delightful time to be out and much was accomplished getting ready for … Continued
‘Eat your colors’ nutritionists say. Indeed, if you are shopper with limitless resources its easy. My takeaway from surveying the beautiful and bountiful harvest at MCGO is the colors. When your resources are very limited, most go ‘beige’ on the diet. … Continued
MC2 Board member Lee Lacroix stepped up and spelled some community garden relief time for Community Garden steward, Sue M this past September. The visit highlighted some serious harvest time’ by volunteers and since it was a Labor Day weekend, a light crew. Managing volunteers and scheduling is … Continued
The language support after school program we’ve shepherded over the last four years now enters an exciting and hopeful stage. The Lake City community and Olympic Hills specifically, continue to advocate for quality resources and equitable access. We took a little tour to … Continued
If you in live in NE Seattle and love figs then you know Bill ‘the Fig Guy’. He actually visited MCGO’s Fig Orchard in Meadowbrook back in 2015. At the time the MCGO Fig Orchard was just getting its ‘roots’ … Continued
The Urban Cross Trek program began as a ministry of Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook. With the formation of the community nonprofit Meadowbrook Community CARE (MC2) in 2007, the plan was to be inclusive with our traveling guests and promote … Continued
A lot of volunteers put in hours in the East Orchard at Meadowbrook. Anticipating a juicy harvest is an attraction but over the years, more are interested in where the harvest goes. To the Lake City Food Bank is the destination. … Continued
Most ‘Friends of MCGO’ live near the Meadowbrook Parks Complex. These volunteers usually gather on Sundays. Pests, weeds and ‘hot spots’ get attention as the challenge arises. Last season a challenge was met to increase plant pollinators in the Edible Hedge, along NE 105th. This project involved plant placement … Continued
The year 2009 does not sound like a long time ago. When you realize it is actually eight years on now and close to a decade ago, the date does seem a little ‘fuzzy’ when you think about it. And 2009 is … Continued
Meadowbrook Community CARE (MC2) has a 10 year history under its proverbial ‘belt’ and the work gets more exciting each season. Whether we are tutoring youth at school, accessing holiday support for families, growing in the gardens, working to shelter our neighbors or welcoming students to … Continued
The issues and challenges of homelessness are numerous. The residents of the Maple Leaf Shelter have sought shelter here since 1996. Often the issues of compartmentalization create daily tension and incompatibility. Shelters may not have showers (we do), so residents … Continued
The Nathan Hale Urban Farm is busy, busy, busy. Plant sales are a big part of their support and they are held throughout the year. Headed up by the Nathan Hale High School Horticulture program and supported by the nonprofit … Continued
Well, the ELL after school support classes end soon and we made it! For two years we’ve ‘hodge-podged’ laptops, tables, carts, and materials back and forth from storage. Olympic Hills Elementary will open a new school next Fall. It will … Continued
Faith groups, students, local citizens and nonprofits are often supportive and engaged when it comes to urban gardening and food security. Even as nonprofits will engage the corporate world, rarely, if ever, has MCGO been given the opportunity to engage … Continued
Seattle Waldorf School is in the same neighborhood as the Maple Leaf SHARE shelter. Located at the Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook, the opportunity for students to support and experience engagement at the shelter has happened this month in … Continued
In 1994 the first trail was built through the Meadowbrook Playfield. Since that time a lot of students, work parties, walkers and Community Center attendees have traveled the trails. Now for the upgrade. The North Orchard trail (south side of … Continued
The MCGO Camas Project blooms a little more. A protected temporary fence (permaculture term ‘waddle’) safely shields the new blooms. The goal is to have a profuse display of ‘blue’ covering a very wet terrain. This being the first bloom/planting, … Continued
In the Lake City District, Nathan Hale is THE high school. Serving Olympic Hills, Cedar Park, Victory Heights, Meadowbrook and Matthews Beach, these neighborhoods can experience the hard challenges of city life to the extreme. This past March a Nathan … Continued
Wednesday, MAY 10. Go online to givebigseattle.org That’s right. All over Seattle, nonprofits are raising the ‘give BIG’ flag and asking citizens to remember all the good work 1600 nonprofits do in the Seattle region. Here now, MC2 raises its … Continued
Meadowbrook Community CARE (MC2) recently held their quarterly Board meeting. With the give BIG campaign right around the corner, it was decided to educate and engage our Meadowbrook community and let them know the many good efforts being made to … Continued
A couple of years ago there was a successful community effort to build temporary benches in the covered alley of the Lake City Food Bank. Clients would line up and wait their turn; not fun by any measure. With the … Continued
All sorts of images come to mind when one hears ‘Spring Break!’. Recalling my youth or remembering my daughters time away, so many years ago, it usually comes with a word of caution or fears of some sort of excess. … Continued
With Moscow getting so much news of late, its necessary to know that, not only is there another ‘Washington’ (state) but also another ‘Moscow’. The one in Idaho came to visit, serve and make a positive impact here in Seattle this past March. … Continued
Back in 2007, Meadowbrook Community CARE (MC2) developed a vision for after school care in Northeast Seattle. Along with commitment comes partners, curriculum and goals. When MC2 looked at our opportunities back in 2013 we were determined to get the … Continued
The annual service event for Willamette University comes to Seattle March 26 to April 1. The ‘Take a Break’ Program sends students out into the community for Spring Break, with service projects that build awareness around community support. We welcome … Continued
Seattle Parks and Recreation and Goodwill Industries ‘Green Corp’ program will be at the Meadowbrook Orchard improving existing trails in 2017. Chukundi Salisbury, the Trails Guy at Seattle Parks will be overseeing the upgrades. First built in 1994, the Meadowbrook … Continued
December and January are down time months at the Meadowbrook Community Gardens and Orchards at the Seattle Parks site. So this February volunteers got excited to get the tools out, gloves on and take in the fresh air. The Edible … Continued
In 1986, Yolanda Martinez worked for the City of Seattle in the Neighborhood Services office (pictured here) of Lake City (called at that time, ‘Little City Hall’). Many citizens she engaged day to day could not access holiday resources in … Continued
Sustainable NE Seattle (http://sustainableneseattle. ning.com) held their annual February Hands On Skill Fair and the event traversed the whole Meadowbrook complex.The Saturday event also highlighted the Nathan Hale Urban Farm, located across from Nathan Hale High School and behind the … Continued
Cafe Javasti’s Little Kitchen operates on Lake City Way. It serves both sites; Maple Leaf and Wedgwood. As Holiday partners they get the idea of supporting families in need. With their impressive product line, its easy to see how Valentines … Continued
The fourth year of holiday support from Emerald City Law Group (www.EmeraldCityDUIDefence.com ), Hellbent Brewery (www.hellbentbrewingcompany. com) and Lake City Legends was the most successful yet. The Lake City Holiday Project (1986) has a long history of supporting families in … Continued
As new sidewalks go in on NE 95th, near the 35th NE intersection, SDOT recently announced a crosswalk at 32nd NE and NE 95th. This will be of great service to walkers and bikers, as they travel between the business … Continued
Celebrating the life of Martin Luther King at Olympic Hills Elementary this past January involved the ever delicious cupcake. ‘Messy’ and ‘fast’ is how best to describe the treat experience. Prior to the recess break, these scholars all had input … Continued
There are many ways to review your favorite coffee shop. You can go online and submit your experiences. One can also hang out and chat with the ‘Javastians’ who serve you up. And, you can shoot them an email. But … Continued
What is a wattle? And yes, it does sound funny. Defined as ‘a material for making fences, walls, etc., consisting of rods or stakes interlaced with twigs or branches.’ This fence method, as a permaculture practice (permanent + agriculture ,first … Continued
A new development this holiday season was the welcome from the NE Seattle Tool Library. Located across from the University Prep School, this great neighborhood resource was spurred by the invitation from the Sustainable NE Seattle nonprofit. Community ‘TL’ contact … Continued
Distribution of gifts this year had a new wrinkle. MC2’s each years annual review of the Lake City Holiday Project (LCHP) encouraged us all to tell the story. Each year, gifts are presented to all clients of the many different … Continued
Two programs (LCASP and LCHP) briefly merged this 2016 when MC2 worked with Olympic Hills Elementary to support families in need during the holiday season. The Lake City Holiday Project reached out to the schools Principal (Stacy Crum, pictured) to … Continued
This past June, the Meadowbrook LOOK blog featured a short story (Camas ‘Sea of Blue’ SEE!) on the planting of blue camas in a small area of the MCGO. A native bulb, it was once a diet staple of early … Continued
The yearly Nativity Exhibit at Lamb of God Lutheran Church is a sight to behold For anyone interested in the multi-cultural offering, it highlights how the world embraces the story of the birth of Jesus (baby Jesus, as Nascar fans may remember from … Continued
Since the reemergence of the SHARE shelter at Maple Leaf Lutheran Church (and the city at large), folks have returned to the Community Shelter Meal as one way to connect with residents. This month (November) the crew got some unusual … Continued
Each Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season, the residents of Maple Leaf SHARE shelter need a place to be safe and warm. Most government buildings and public space opportunities are not available. This year is no different. Not only does MC2 … Continued
Winter time is spent celebrating holidays, rainy days, falling leaves and hot drinks. It also includes some daydreaming time, looking forward to longer and warmer days to come. Here is a sunny day picture of the hardworking team at the … Continued
Early in MC2 history (2005) we operated several ESL (English as a Second Language) classes during the weekdays. Each class was a two day a week commitment for instructors. As a community exercise, it was invigorating to connect with new … Continued
In a recent holiday posting on the Seattle Times, it was reported that the popular guitar folk music duo of Reilly and Maloney were retiring after their final appearance in Seattle this December. Having performed at the Meadowbrook church, Maple … Continued
This Fall we move into the last year as a transition site at Cedar Park Elementary. With even less space to work with, LCASP has begun rather smoothly. Staged in the cozy library has additional benefits as well. We have … Continued
The LCHP Planning Team has committed this season to giving the holiday gift project logo a remodel (Joann Kerr Design) The holiday project, first started at the Little City Hall, Lake City Dept.of Neighborhood office by a city employee in … Continued
City Fruit (cityfruit.org) hosted its second annual city-wide Orchard tour covering the many growing sites of the city of Seattle this past October. A new wrinkle at the Meadowbrook location was the offer to tour guests to play a game … Continued
The most recent web posting on the Puget Sound Business Journal took a look at all the high performing elementary schools in the Puget Sound region. What was different with this peek was averaging teacher experience (# of years), student … Continued
City Quest, the successful September city-wide community engagement by Seattle Pacific University freshman got in a hard days work at Seattle Parks MCGO. The always demanding North Orchard was a main beneficiary of their kind efforts. Hilly and difficult access did not … Continued
Bringing a voice to the community can be a challenge. Lake City embraces many cultures and has many opportunities to listen. Food Bank, Library, Chamber’s Community Center and of course, Kaffeeklatsche Bakery and Coffee Shop come to mind. A unique and beautiful … Continued
Welcome to Denali-Advanced Integrations on United Way’s Day of Caring this past September. This Redmond WA high tech firm didn’t just show up. The group knocked out 3 large mulch piles in the East Orchard and Edible Hedge. The East Orchard … Continued
In the Fall Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook plans a 100 sack lunch effort as part of their ‘Gods Work, Our Hands’ campaign. Support from Thrivent Financial provides the fixin’s and the church provides the ‘hands’. This concerted effort benefits … Continued
September is the time students begin the school year. Its also time that MC2 hosts training for the Lake City After School Program at Olympic Hills Elementary School. This is the fourth year that the English Language Learning program has … Continued
Meadowbrook Community Gardens and Orchards (MCGO) are on full display with the second annual City Fruit Orchard and Harvest Tour (cityfruit.org). Community spirit will be on display as the growing season comes to a close. A lot of hours over the many … Continued
As the City of Seattle skyline changes and the rest of the U.S. LOOK here to see opportunity building, one can take a peek at all the north end schools getting a much needed face lift. Lake City’s Olympic Hills Elementary is one … Continued
Friday September 23 and Saturday September 24 Its that time of year again and MCGO gets a nice haircut for the long winter season. Both volunteer events have a long history at the Meadowbrook Community Garden and Orchard. There is not a … Continued
Its another summer Sunday at MCGO! As MC2 celebrates the awesome community effort, the harvest of color and sustenance is displayed. Neighbors come together from the surrounding area to be in community. The harvest effort reinforces the goal of creating a North … Continued
Its August and its Sunday; in Meadowbrook this signals the weekly time to harvest and meet your neighbor. With work parties happening all around Meadowbrook, the livability opportunity is a growing trend. Whether one is helping out at the Nathan Hale Urban … Continued
On a hot summer day we welcomed St. John Lutheran Church from Fargo ND to our summer outreach at the Meadowbrook Community Gardens and Orchards (MCGO). The group comprised of two chaperones’ (Pastor Brian) and youth visiting the Pacific NW. The mission group … Continued
Bethany Community Church, with its origins in the Green Lake neighborhood, has 5 ‘satellite’ communities sited throughout the Puget Sound region (West Seattle, Eastside, North, Ballard and Northeast). The Northeast site is located at Nathan Hale High School, which is located next … Continued
MC2, its board and community supporters appreciate the value and importance of a welcoming and diverse Lake City. A happy, healthy and plugged-in community works for everyone. Relationships and dialogue are an important piece of the work MC2 strives for. When the … Continued
With the many efforts of MC2, one program comes to front of the line when experiencing personal engagement and impact to the community. The Lake City After School Program at Olympic Hills Elementary School (OHE) approaches its fourth year of … Continued
Many ‘thanks’ to the good folks at Trinity Lutheran College in Everett, WA. Their community outreach programming included an engaging and really cool roof top garden at their parking garage in downtown Everett. With inspiring views and lots of space, a curriculum … Continued
Meadowbrook Community Garden and Orchard (MCGO) has the benefit of knowledgeable and caring stewards, both in the community garden (Sue M) and in the orchard (John S). Working with Meadowbrook / Seattle Parks on-site management and NE lead gardener, these dedicated lead … Continued
The Lake City Afterschool Program looks to their fourth year this coming Fall 2016. This will be the final year in transition, site-wise, as Fall 2017 looks to be back in the newly built Olympic Hills Elementary School. Presently housed at … Continued
The Lake City Holiday Project is busy throughout the Fall and Winter seasons. The effort involves many and the results support all those in need during this time. This past season when distribution of gifts were delivered, we worked with North … Continued
Nathan Hale HS’s Horticulture program in Meadowbrook has its ‘roots’ in the confluence of the Thornton Creek tributary and Meadowbrook Pond. The old greenhouse site which housed the high school program was demolished in 2015 to make way for the … Continued
June is often a month of contrasting weather. The contrasting garden colors were also on display. On this day and in this week, cool weather and sunny skies prevailed. Garden steward Sue scheduled a midweek work party to move fruit out of … Continued
Handing out flyers and engaging homeowners along 32nd NE in the communities of Wedgwood and Meadowbrook has taken place in the last month or so. Informing those living along this pedestrian friendly stretch of road was to seek comment or questions about … Continued
Orchard Steward John S. meets at the Meadowbrook Orchard each Wednesday with Mark M., the Rec Leader at Meadowbrook Teen Center. He brings a cadre of young students from the local schools (Nathan Hale HS and Jane Addams MS) to help … Continued
The first annual ‘Serve Seattle’ campaign by Bethany Community Church (BCC) was held Saturday June 4th. With church members coming together, impact to the Seattle area is widespread. Satellite churches of BCC are represented in Meadowbrook (NE Seattle) at Nathan Hale … Continued
In the Fall of 2015 the Lake City After School Project welcomed not only a new student but a guest of this country. As a Taiwanese girl visiting this country for the first time, our new student at Olympic Hills had … Continued
‘Camas is a lily-like plant whose bulb can be fire-baked to make a sweet and nutritious staple. In some places in the Northwest, camas was so common that non-Indian travelers would mistake the plant’s blue flowers for distant lakes.’ (http://nativeamericannetroots.net/diary/828) … Continued
Future guests to the Meadowbrook Community Garden and Orchard (MCGO) will enjoy the effort of volunteers time and energy in the Spring of 2016. Taking advantage of shade, exposure, natural conditions and the kindness of educational institutions, this years offerings create a … Continued
A warm caffeine ‘welcome’ to owner of the local coffee shop, Meadow Brew Café. Located on NE 110th and 35th NE, the friendly establishment is sited next Nathan Hale H.S. Meghan, who was a worker with the original ‘Cafe Lahti’, … Continued
The Municipal Court/City of Seattle Program returned this month of May to MCGO. Having a history of service at the Community Garden and Orchard (since 2010), they continue to give back to our community with great service. This day they … Continued
A youth movement that began in Europe has a local flavor. Plant for the Planet (http://www.plant-for-the-planet.org) is dedicated to a simple idea. The website actually has rolling counter as trees all over the world get planted. The reduction of green house … Continued
With a very pleasant day of good weather and a crew happy to get out of the office, Liberty Mutual / Safeco employees spent the May 4th in the Community Garden and Orchard at Meadowbrook. The Give with Liberty campaign donated … Continued
Youth and their traveling chaperones have signed up for this year’s Urban Cross Trek Program and will be visiting Seattle this summer. The St. Johns Lutheran Church guests from Fargo ND trek their way to Seattle with a service visit to the … Continued
Matt Kwan, the Service VP for Alpha Phi Omega- Gamma Alpha (a UW service fraternity) brought his service group to the Meadowbrook Orchard recently. The organization has worked at MCGO for several years and been very helpful to keeping the Orchard … Continued
The Community Shelter Meal hosted at Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook brought out the usual volunteers this past April. Only difference, Shelter closed. Due to serious long term funding problems, the Power Lunch representatives (made up of representatives from … Continued
The Community Courts program recently celebrated their 10 year anniversary (2-19-16). The twenty-one organizations (including MC2) who partner in the program were invited to connect and share stories about the impact of the program in their organizations, as well as receive accolades from … Continued
The Center for Educational Effectiveness, based in Redmond, WA, (www.effectiveness.org), recognized Olympic Hills Elementary, along with eleven other Seattle Schools, as a School of Distinction in 2015. The recognition highlights schools who are in the top five percent and are … Continued
The Seattle School District held a parent/community meeting at the temporary Olympic Hills Elementary School site this past February. The Cedar Park School site will host O.H.E for one more year as boundaries for future enrollment at the two schools … Continued
With the 2015 growing season a happy memory, the planning and prepping for this season has begun. MCGO gardeners recently gathered to get seed to pot. A mat heated under seedlings gets the growing started. Friends committed to a long … Continued
With the 50th annual Super Bowl held on the west coast this season, a 3pmgame started the fun early. MC2 invited residents to a casual day of relaxation and food. Another generous donation by Lake City’s Papa Murphys Pizza filled … Continued
Partnerships are a key every year to the Lake City Holiday Project. MC2 expanded their connections in the community this past 2015 season and realized a healthy amount of support. The kick off for the season of giving was strengthened … Continued
Sustainable NE Seattle, a local nonprofit recently held their 6th annual ‘Hands-On Skills Fair’ at the Meadowbrook Community Center. The annual February event included a delicious lunch that filled the Center with lots of good smells. The event draws from … Continued
Meadowbrook Community Center is a busy place on the winter weekends. With youth basketball in full swing, it gives the MCGO community garden group a chance to meet the community, share the story and raise a few bucks, while their … Continued
Bethany Community Church of Greenlake offers satellite services on Sundays in Meadowbrook at the Nathan Hale High School. This new faith community in Meadowbrook was a 2015 partner for the Lake City Holiday Project and a welcome partner in the … Continued
Urban Cross Trek, an MC2 summertime outreach campaign that supports engagement with rural communities has sent out their annual ‘invites’ for 2016. Most communities hail from areas along the north I-90 corridor. The UCT experience involves week long opportunities to see … Continued
In late January Meadowbrook Orchard Steward John S. gathered the Sunday volunteers of MCGO. The Orchard time together gave all the opportunity to talk through the progress and future opportunities for the volunteer community. Updates on the Edible Hedge (along … Continued
Maple Leaf Lutheran Church donates kitchen/sleeping space for 20 shelter coed residents every night of the year. Welcoming community volunteers to support the shelter with aSunday meal is a monthly effort and very much appreciated. Because they care! The vegetarian … Continued
Years ago, two Seattle area grade school sisters benefited from the the World Vision outreach after school tutoring program called Kid Reach. The Northeast Seattle sited program involved one-on-one homework help with a games and snack component to support learning … Continued
Achoooo! Olympic Hills students sneezed, in unison, as they learned computer game coding at the Lake City Community Center this week. Their effort was part of a holiday break to participate in a Creative Coding 4 Kids Camp. The collective … Continued
An enchanting and delightful evening of holiday sound could be heard in Meadowbrook this past December. The guitar duo of Reilly and Maloney performed before a full house at Maple Leaf Lutheran Church, to the delight of many. The multi-year … Continued
As the winter beds of the Community Garden and Orchard rest, review of a successful growing season is due. One of the ‘tools’ now available to volunteers is the recently completed community garden kiosk. Strategically located, the info station will … Continued
In Lake City resides the community-focused and deliciously hard working Kaffeeklatsch Bakery. Owner Annette knows fresh bake goods and a strong community is a good business model. The German bakery is a city center, of sorts. People appreciate the commitment … Continued
Meadowbrook and Northgate Community Centers are places of healthy, safe and fun support. Employees strive for and are dedicated to creating a healthy and sustaining environment for all its citizens. MC2 is fortunate to be in partnership with the committed … Continued
The Lake City After School Project focus’ on English Language Learning (ELL) programming at Olympic Hills Elementary School. Temporarily sited at the recently refurbished Cedar Park School, the campaign to reach those most in need of support has been well … Continued
Where’s Dewey? MC2’s resident dog has witnessed a kennel full of holiday care. Once orders are completed, all Lake City Holiday Project gifts are staged at Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook. After putting together the family gift bags, the … Continued
With a boatload (truck) of toys and generous monies donated, the 2nd annual Toys for Tots was a success. A food truck (Tasty Vibes!) complimented the tasty beers and Seahawks victory. We give a shout-out to Hellbent Brewery, Lake City … Continued
This coming January 1, the annual Polar Bear Plunge takes place at Matthews Beach. This city-wide event has its humble origins in Meadowbrook with its first plunge of 300 people in 2003 organized by the staff at Meadowbrook. As community … Continued
A holiday gathering by the Emblem Club included the traditional support for the Lake City Holiday Project this past December 2nd. Besides the usual good food, drink and company that is always present, a new wrinkle is their brand new … Continued
MC2’s English Language Learners program after school at Olympic Hills Elementary has a built in exercise time. The students are eager learners and genuinely enjoy each others company. It shows in their inclusive and random play. Students will also request … Continued
The Lake City Lions Service Organization offered their annual Holiday Pancake Breakfast benefit this past Saturday, Dec 5th. The delicious event benefits Olympic Hills Elementary School PTA, MC2’s ELL partner. The Lake City Lions have a long history of support … Continued
Solara Apartments are offered for commuting access, security, privacy and comfort. Being one of the first large housing groups to establish itself in Lake City, the community of renters have been very generous to the Lake City Holiday Project. We … Continued
Hellbent Brewery is the site for a fundraiser to support families in need this holiday season. Emerald City Law Group, Lake City Legends and ownership at Hellbent Brewery band together to offer up a good time of food, football and … Continued
Hellbent Brewery in Lake City (located west of Fred Meyer)is the new star in the growing Lake City neighborhood. Opening this past May, they offer a daily rotating food truck component to their great tap line up which makes for … Continued
Going into the Thanksgiving holiday, we give ‘thanks’ to all the sites now hosting support for the Lake City Holiday Project. Merchants know that its good business to care for all in the community, and this is one great opportunity. … Continued
