Deadline for receiving items for Community Calendar is 5 p.m. Wednesday for the following week’s Times/News. Events are published based on timeliness and space availability. Email submissions to: hteditor@robinsonnews.com Items can be accepted from nonprofit groups and government agencies only. Others may call Dona Ozier at 206-708-1378 for inclusion in our “Out & About” advertising section.

Art
Vino Bello—Artist’s reception, Sheila Lengle. Jan. 20. 6-9 p.m. First 50 visitors receive “swag bag.” 636 S.W. 152nd St. Show runs through April. www.lengleart.com

Normandy Park City Hall--Normandy Park Arts Commission presents “Saints and Sinners,” works by Kelly Lyles. On display in City Council Chambers, 801 S.W. 174th St., during business hours (Monday-Thursday) through Jan. 31. Sponsorship by Arts Commissioner Robert Frey. artscomm@ci.normandy-park.wa.us

Call to artists
City of Burien Arts Commission Mural Project-- The city of Burien and the Burien Arts Commission is seeking an artist or artist team to create a dynamic, innovative mural on the exterior surface of the Dollar Tree Store at S.W. 152nd St. and 4th Ave. S.W. in downtown Burien. This project is open to all Northwest artists and the budget is $12,000, inclusive of materials. The deadline for application materials is Friday, Feb. 24th. For more information please contact Gina Kallman, Cultural Arts Supervisor, City of Burien, ginak@burienwa.gov, 206-391-6605. Call can also be found on www.burienparks.net, click on “Arts and Culture.”

Music
Northwest Symphony Orchestra—Valentine’s Concert. Feb. 10. 7:30 p.m. Highline Performing Arts Center, 401 S. 152nd St. Tickets are available through www.brownpapertickets.com or at the box office. www.northwestsymphonyorchestra.org.

January 27
Empty Bowls—Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave. S.W. Lunch served 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Dinner served 4-8 p.m. $15 minimum adult donation, $10 minimum child donation. Moshier Art Center potters have donated bowls to be filled with soup. Donation will give opportunity to pick out handmade bowl as well as simple meal of soup, bread, dessert and drink. Proceeds to benefit Highline and White Center Food Banks. Sponsored by Burien Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. www.BurienParks.net. 206-988-3700.

February 5
Burien Walk-‘n-Talk—Enjoy conversations and a walk through Burien with neighbors. Meet at Burien Town Square Park, S.W. 152nd St. and 5th Pl. S.W. at 2 p.m. design@RedRedCirckle.com.

February 11
The South King Council of the Blind-- (SKB) serves as a resource for people who are blind or have low vision, who are in transition to blindness, their friends and families, and works to ensure that such persons experience the fullness of life offered in the South County. Meetings are held monthly on the second Saturday of each month from 10:30 a.m.- noon. Join us at our next meeting: Feb. 11, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. For more info and location call 206-433-6565

Ongoing Events and Information

Matt Griffin YMCA
3595 S. 188th St
206-787-1176
Bilingual Play 'N Learn (Spanish)--Mondays, 2-3 p.m. Play groups are organized for young children 0-5 years and the people who take care of them. Register at 206-244-5880. Free to the community.

Highline Medical Center

Hospice volunteer training-Highline Hospice at the Specialty Campus, 12844 Military Rd. S., Tukwila, is recruiting caring, compassionate people interested in supporting terminally ill patients and their families. If you have a heart for being with others through difficult times, volunteering with Hospice may be right for you. Volunteers provide patient support and companionship, caregiver respite, bereavement support, or office help. Comprehensive training provided. Contact Michele Fawcett-Long, Volunteer Coordinator, 206-439-9095.

Religion

First Baptist Church-- The American Baptist Women's Group in Des Moines is looking for new members to help with quilt making project. Quilts will be given to women's shelters, fire victims and others in need. No specialized knowledge needed. Group meets the first Monday of the month at 1 p.m., 22415 19th Ave. S. 206-878-3972.
First Baptist Church-Fantastic Friday Family Fun Night, 7 p.m. 22415 19th Ave. S., Des Moines. Potluck dinner followed by family activities for kids and adults. Free and open to the public. For information, 206-878-3972.
Lake Burien Presbyterian Church-Remix (formerly Kaleidoscope) 15003 14th Ave. S.W. Wednesday evening family program with dinner in the Fellowship Hall starting at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $4. Children accompanied by adults are free. 206-242-6023.
Normandy Park Congregational--A church where everyone is welcome no matter where you are on your journey. United Church of Christ, 19247 1st Ave S. For info 206-824-1770.
Transform Burien-Free clothing and non-perishable food. Sundays and Wednesdays. Noon- 2 p.m. 425 S.W. 144th St. Donations accepted. For information, 206-244-1399. transformburien.org.

Fundraisers

Highline Schools Foundation for Excellence-Hands around Highline Passport Book. Great deals at local restaurants and businesses. 206-248-5196 or www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org
Old Clothes = New Opportunities--Clean out your closets and drop off your reusable clothing and household items to "The Big Blue Truck" donation station. Conveniently located at the Top Food & Drug on 20th Ave S, Monday through Sunday from 9-5p.m. For a complete list of items accepted visit www.bigbluetruck.org (800) 992-2060. Donations are tax deductible. Donors receive a $3 off coupon to Value Village.
White Center Food Bank--Water District 20 wishes to remind everyone that we are accepting donations of food and cash of behalf of the White Center Food Bank.

Senior Activities

Senior Rights Assistance-Volunteer specialists provide free legal and consumer information for persons over 55. Call 206-448-5720.
Services, classes and social events are offered at:
Burien Senior Program, 206-988-3700.
Des Moines Senior Activity Center, 206-878-1642.
SeaTac Senior Program, North SeaTac Park Community Center, 206-973-4680.
Tukwila Senior Citizen Center, 206-767-2323.
Call for schedules and registration if required.

At Your Library
Programs for all ages and interests are offered at:
Boulevard Park Library, 206-242-8662.
Burien Library, 206-243-3490.
Des Moines Library, 206-824-6066.
Library Connection at Southcenter, 206-242-6044.
Tukwila Library, 206-244.5410.
Valley View Library, 206-242-6044.
White Center, 206-243-0233
Woodmont Library, 253-839-0121.
Call for schedules and registration if required.

Parks and Recreation
Sports, arts and after-school programs are offered at:
Burien, 206-988-3700.
Des Moines, 206-870-6527.