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museum, explore downtown Winslow, or return to the ferry, just a few blocks away. Day tour includes narrated coach tour, admission fees, and lunch. 9:20 am–3:50 pm; $48; cancel by June 13 Plug In and Test Drive a Tesla Monday, June 30 Electric mobility and lessening dependence on petroleum-based transportation are a radically different approach to car building. Out of Silicon Valley, where the game is innovation, comes this fun and sporty, glob- ally responsible electric car. Join us at Tesla Motor's South Lake Union showroom for a closer look to learn more about this envi- ronmental wonder. You'll get the chance to be behind the wheel as you take it out for a spin. We've invited Volunteer Outreach Director Chad Schwitters from Plug In America, a nonprofit committed to finding alternatives to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Schwitters, who has spent 20 years using various forms of alternative transportation himself, will answer questions about energy conservation, dispel myths, and get you excited about the personal and societal benefits of driving electric. Light appetizers and mock-tails available. 6–8 pm; $35; cancel by June 20 The Lighthouse for the Blind Inc. Thursday, July 17 Located in the Rainier District, •e Lighthouse for the Blind Inc. is an impor- tant training and education center for the legally blind. Founded in 1914, •e Lighthouse is one of Seattle's oldest non- profit organizations. •eir mission is to cre- ate and enhance opportunities for indepen- dence and self-sufficiency for people who are blind, deaf-blind, and blind with other disablities. •e Lighthouse provides com- puter training, orientation and mobility training, interpreting services, housing support, and braille literacy education. •is training and support prepare blind individuals to fill a variety of positions, including machinists, production workers, receptionists, accountants, information tech- nology specialists, and web programmers. •e Lighthouse is one of Washington's top 100 manufacturing employers. Goods man- ufactured here are sold to customers that N E W 3 | Your Brain on Seahawks 3–28 | A Chorus Line 6 | Washington State Fair Rodeo 6 | Huskies vs. Eastern Washington 13 | Huskies vs. Illinois N E W 14 | Pioneers Come Alive at Lake View Cemetery 20 | Huskies vs. Georgia State 27 | Huskies vs. Stanford SU M T W TH F SA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 September N E W Alki Point Lighthouse Saturday, August 9 On a warm summer day, people flock to West Seattle's Alki Beach to enjoy the water, the restaurants, the sites, and the historic landmarks. One of those landmarks, at the tip of Alki Point, is a piece of Seattle's maritime history—the Alki Point Lighthouse. Last summer, this icon celebrated its 100th year of continuous operation. Join us for an informative tour given by volunteer members of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary from District 13. You'll go through the private domain of the Commandant of the District 13 Coast Guard and then directly into the lighthouse. •e tour is rich in maritime lore and lighthouse mythology, and it takes you back to a bygone era. Enjoy this unique experience, a pristine view of Puget Sound, and numerous photo opportunities. Prior to the tour, join us for optional brunch at nearby Cactus, an Alki Beach restaurant that specializes in innovative Southwestern and Mexican cuisine. If you're interested in exploring more of Alki, stay with us after the lighthouse tour as we stroll along Alki Beach to see the Birthplace of Seattle Monument and a small replica of the Statue of Liberty. Other optional activities will include visiting the Southwest Seattle Historical Society Log House Museum to discover West Seattle's early history or Alki Beach Miniatures, where you can browse 50,000 items in a 350-square-foot space. Transportation not included. 11:30 am–12:45 pm brunch, 1–1:45 pm tour; $25 tour and brunch, $10 tour only; cancel by August 1 JUNE / JULY 2014 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 37 CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net