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owner, will serve samples of cheeses from his popular Port Townsend creamery. Locally made chocolate and artisan bread will round out this tasting experience before you take a tour of Finnriver Farm. Finnriver is offering 15 percent off all bottles purchased that day. Tour includes coach from the WAC, box lunch, tastings, and return-trip snack. When reserving, please select your lunch choice from the following: turkey, ham, or tuna sandwich on wheat or sourdough; chicken Caesar or Greek entrée salad; or veggie hummus wrap. All lunches include chips and bottled water. 12:30–6:30 pm; $55; cancel by September 12 N E W Seattle Coffee Crawl Tuesday, October 21 Seattle is home to the world's largest con- centration of coffee roasters (more than 70) and it's the birthplace of the world's domi- nant purveyor of coffee drinks. Presented by Seattle By Foot walking tours, this cof- fee crawl delves into the history and the mystery of Seattle's obsession with coffee— from the inside story of Starbucks to the emergence of latte art. Best of all, you'll sample a variety of blends, roasts, and brews at some of the city's best-loved and most funky coffee houses from the Pike Place Market to Pioneer Square. Indulge in a variety of at least six samples along with biscuits and chocolate as you learn the background of each shop. You'll also hear about brewing techniques and the many flavors of coffee. Your entertaining and knowledgeable guide will also provide fun Seattle facts as you go from stop to stop. is 2.5-hour walking tour covers 1.75 miles at a leisurely pace, starting at the Hammering Man and ending in Pioneer Square. Seattle's original Coffee Crawl has been featured on Evening Magazine, and Seattle Magazine named it a "Must do!" Warm up your fall with this perfect blend of coffee and city history. 10 am–12:30 pm; $32; cancel by October 13 Snow Bus to Leavenworth Lights Saturday, December 13 e Leavenworth Christmas Lighting Festival is a beloved Northwest tradition. We've partnered with Alki Tours to provide comfortable coach transportation to get you there. Alki Tours will serve juice and pastries on the bus, play videos and music, and fill you in on what to do and see in Leavenworth. Upon arrival, enjoy shopping and lunch on your own. en you can smell chestnuts roasting on an open fire, go on a holiday sleigh ride, or see carolers strolling through the streets before watching as the entire town is illuminated in one fell swoop at dusk. Pickup locations are Southcenter and Shoreline. Buses are not WAC exclusive and there will be no WAC escort. Arrival in Leavenworth is approximately 11 am. Departure is at 5:30 pm. Return times are dependent on traffic and weather. From/to Southcenter: 7:30 am–9 pm; From/to Shoreline: 8:30 am–8:30 pm; $69; cancel by November 1 FAMILY ACTIVITIES P A R E N T L E C T U R E S Kids and the Social Network Tuesday, September 23 With today's seemingly endless types of social media, keeping kids safe and secure online is at the forefront of many parents' thoughts. Knowing how to protect your children from online predators, cyberbullying, and scams can be overwhelming. For this parent lecture, Seattle Police Department Victim Advocate and Community Outreach Coordinator Stefanie omas, part of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, returns to the WAC. She'll offer the latest information and tools to help ensure your children stay safe and communicate positively while navigating the constantly connected world they inhabit. Hosted appetizers and wine will be served. 7–9 pm; $25; cancel by September 15 INN #2 1/3 VERT AD BED& BREAKFAST RELAX IN OUR DELUXE ACCOMMODATIONS and enjoy a $30 credit toward a delicious breakfast the next morning at Torchy's. To book your package, contact the Inn at the WAC at 206.464.3055 or innreservations@wac.net Package subject to availability. Rate is per room, per night based on double occupancy. Breakfast taxes and gratuity included. Room tax additional. SEPTEMBER 2014 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 37