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MAY / JUNE 2017 43 MAY 03 Amazon Headquarters Tour Contact Club Programs for availability. u Wednesday; 2–3 pm tour; $12; cancellation deadline has passed 04 Modern Manners for Modern Teens In this coed etiquette class, teens will learn proper table and social manners, conversation skills, and texting and email etiquette. Clise Etiquette will teach young WAC members the importance of everyday politeness. Modern Manners for Modern Teens is a two-hour class and includes a three-course dinner. u Thursday; 4:30–6:30 pm; $90; cancellation deadline has passed 07 Mother Daughter Tea: "Sail Away" Ahoy, mateys! Sail away with us at the 84th Annual Mother Daughter Tea. Get ready for waves of fun at this yearly celebration of all the women in your life. Moms, daughters, grandmas, aunts, cousins, and friends of all ages will meet in the Crystal Ballroom for a morning of memory photos, tea, break- fast, and prizes. Hope to "sea" you there for an event filled with fun, food, laughter, crafts, and merriment! For full menu information, visit wac.net/ event/84th-annual- mother-daughter-tea. u Sunday; 11:30 am–1 pm; $42 (mothers and daughters 12-plus), $32 each (daughters under 12); cancellation dead- line has passed 10 Seattle International Film Festival Preview You're invited to a special WAC preview of SIFF's upcoming film festival. The annual 25- day festival is known for its eclectic programming with over 450 features, short films, and documentaries from over 80 countries. We've invited Beth Barrett, SIFF's director of programming, to give us a sneak preview of some of the films being featured during this year's festival, which runs May 18–June 11. You'll have a chance to learn about and view trailers of several films. SIFF is recognized as one of the top film festivals in North America. Light appetizers and a no-host bar available. u Wednesday; 6–8 pm; $35 per person; cancel by May 3 13 Get the Buzz on Bees! Join us for a visit to the Beacon Food Forest where we will experience a honeybee hive up close, learn how to spot wild bees, and get a guid- ed tour of one of the nation's largest public permaculture projects. Learn what honey- bees and the other 25,000 species of bees do for our food system. Located on Beacon Hill, the Beacon Food Forest was founded in 2009 and is a national leader in permaculture design. Teachers include USDA grantees and field experts on local pollinators. This event includes small-group field ex- periences and a honey tasting. Meet there. u Saturday; 10 am–12:30 pm; $65; cancellation deadline has passed 19 Baseball & Beer III The WAC is taking over Safeco Field for an eve- ning of baseball, ballpark food, and beer. Join us at Pyramid Brewery in a VIP tent for pre- game drinks and food. Then, stroll over to Safeco Field's Lookout Landing to watch the Mariners take on the Chicago White Sox. Event includes: VIP pregame appetizers and one drink, Mariners ticket, ballpark buffet, and two beer/wine tickets. This event is for WAC members and guests who are 21-plus. u Friday; 5:30–9:30 pm; $99; noncancelable/nonrefundable 21 Seattle Architectur- al Gems: A Walking Tour Contact Club Programs for availability. u Sunday; 2–6 pm; $55; cancel by May 11 23 WAC Link Quarterly Join other WAC members and guests in Torchy's to network and build person-to-person, business-to-business, and interest-to-interest connec- tions. Appetizers and a no-host bar will be on hand for this fast-paced and informal mixer. Come to network and get a chance to win great Club prizes. To receive WAC Link up- dates and reminders, send an email to us at clubprograms@ wac.net and write "Link List" in the subject line. u Tuesday; 6–8 pm; complimentary 31 In Search of the Blue Poppy at Lakewold Gardens One of America's great estate gardens, Lakewold consists of 10 acres of elegantly mani- cured grounds surrounding a Georgian-style mansion on the shores of Lakewood's Gravelly Lake. Lakewold features large collections of rhododendrons, Japanese maples, camellias, cherry trees, gardens within gardens, sweeping lawns, symmetrical patterned plant- ings, reflecting pool, gazebo, and stunning statuary. During our docent-led grand tour, look for the rare blue poppy that blooms just a few weeks each year. You may purchase the poppy seeds, plants, or other items in the gift shop. Prior to the tour, enjoy lunch at nearby Tacoma Country & Golf Club. Motor coach, tour and lunch included. u Wednesday, 10:30 am–4:30 pm; $68; cancel by May 19 club programs events