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48 WAC Magazine | wac.net club programs events 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net • wac.net/club-events 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net • wac.net/club-events the self-taught lexicographer who spearheaded the dictionary project, and Dr. W. C. Minor, an American surgeon and decorated military veteran who submitted over 10,000 accurate entries while institutionalized in a criminal lunatic asylum for murder. Winchester expertly weaves together the history of language, Victorian scholarship, and a gripping tale of madness and redemption, revealing the passionate, eccentric, and occasionally dark origins of the OED. Monday; 5–6:30 pm; Torchy's Den; complimentary. Solstice Intentions: A Vision Board Experience JUNE 23 Step into the power of the summer solstice with a midyear Vision Board Night hosted by creative strategist and community builder Priya Frank. Tap into your creativity, set fresh intentions, and craft a visual roadmap for the months ahead. Priya will guide participants through exercises that spark clarity and inspiration, helping you refresh your goals and reconnect with what matters most. Tuesday; 6–8 pm; cancel by June 13; check the WAC app for more details. JULY WAC Gives Back: Fourth of July Cleanup JULY 5 We're celebrating our nation's 250th anniversary by giving back to the land. Join us for a post–Fourth of July Community Cleanup as we roll up our sleeves to keep our local parks and shorelines beautiful. Sunday; check the WAC app for more details. WAC New Member Sunset Sail JULY 9 Welcome aboard, new WAC members! Celebrate your first year with the Club when you set sail on the stunning waters of Elliott Bay with Let's Go Sailing Seattle. Take in the beauty of the NEW MEMBER SUNSET SAIL | JULY 9 SUMMER READING with Book Club "Everything Is Tuberculosis" by John Green MAY 18 "The Professor and the Madman" by Simon Winchester JUNE 22 "Project Hail Mary" by Andy Weir JULY 27 JOIN THE WAC SUMMER KICKBALL TEAM For the second summer in a row, the WAC is putting together a team for the Underdog Sports summer kickball league. The season lasts six weeks, and games take place at Seattle-area ballfields on weeknights. Players should be ready for lighthearted competition and summer camaraderie with fellow WAC members! Summer league schedule unavailable at press time. Please check the WAC app for updates and registration info as it's released. Throw it back to your playground days and kick off summer with us!