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CLUB Programs r o B e rt L a u r e N t 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net Kirkland art & more wednesday, august 14 Besides being a scenic destination along the Lake Washington shore, Kirkland holds the distinction of being the Northwest city with the most art in its public places. Join Club Programs' Robert Laurent as he leads a walking tour of a dozen or more whimsical, dynamic and poignant sculptures and artworks that adorn the downtown commercial area's parks, sidewalks and intersections. Begin in the city center with The Natural, Carousel and other works near Peter Kirk Park and the library. Information on each artist and sculpture will be provided, with discussion encouraged. Then enjoy lunch at nearby Trellis Restaurant in The Heathman Hotel, which serves locally sourced food and grows its own herbs. After lunch, the walking tour continues as we visit more outdoor sculptures and then stop in Park Lane's Howard/Mandville Gallery, which has one of the largest collections of fine art in the Seattle area. Here we will have a tour of paintings and other forms of art. Then we'll head to the famous Cow and Coyote sculpture and end with Jumpers in Marina Park. The park is also the site of Kirkland's Wednesday farmers market. Visit booths featuring local artists, farmers and vendors displaying their crafts, produce, flowers and other wares. Or take in the waterfront park's views and browse Kirkland's eclectic shops and additional galleries on your own. Meet there or ride Metro with Robert. 11 am–3 pm; $35; cancel by August 7 FamIlY actIVItIes 81st annual Father son banquet "Dirty Jobs" JUST fOR TeenS! Friday, June 14 saturday, June 1 C'mon guys ... let's get dirty! Not to worry, no actual dirt is involved. OK, maybe a little—but so is a whole lot of fun! Tell all the men in your life to grab their hard hats and celebrate the WAC's 81st rock climbing at Vertical world Contact Club Programs for availability. 11 am–1 pm; $35; cancel by May 20 40 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | june / july 2013 Annual Father Son Banquet with family, friends, and awesome adventure. Get ready for an evening filled with memory photos, activities, and a finger lickin' good dinner. Dads and sons 12 and up will be served Caesar salad to start, grilled flank steak with seasonal veggies, and fingerling potatoes, while sons under 12 will devour Sloppy Joes, tater tots, and green beans. For dessert, all will enjoy "dirt cups"—chocolate pudding, crushed cookies, and gummy worms. Following dinner, the Noble Room will play host to a handson mobile garden experience with Seattle Tilth. Get a little dirty and learn about the importance of compost, soil, red wiggler worms, and the mighty arthropods that live in everyone's backyard. A night of adventure awaits at this fun boys' night out, so be sure to reserve! 5:30 pm social/memory photos, 6 pm dinner, 7 pm activity; $57 each for dads and sons 12+, $35 for sons under 12; cancel by June 4 Just For teens! glassblowing at glassybaby thursday, July 11 Why beat the summer heat when you could embrace it? Turn molten glass into your own piece of art in this hands-on evening in glassybaby's Madrona studio. Teens will work with blowpipes and learn about marvers, jacks and more. An expert will assist as you work liquified glass into your choice of cup, bowl, paperweight or float. We'll also nibble on some delicious snacks and drinks, tour the studio, and learn the magnanimous history of glassybaby. Class includes refreshments, instruction, and your own unique piece of handblown glass (to be picked up at the WAC July 15). Meet at the Madrona studio, located at 3406 E. Union St. in Seattle. Event only for ages 12–18. 5–7:30 pm; $100; cancel by July 1 modern manners for modern Kids monday, July 15 Proper manners travel far beyond "please" and "thank you." Today's generation must