Learn about the Social Connection Project, nominate the PNA for a People Helping People Award, and join our team!
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PNA HIGHLIGHTS & HAPPENINGS
The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the pre-existing problem of social isolation, particularly among older adults. Given the statistics on isolation’s negative health impacts, the Greenwood Senior Center started the Social Connection Project last year. “Our goal with the Social Connection Project is to engage, educate, and—just as importantly—learn from the community about the impact of social isolation on older adults,” said GSC Director Cecily Kaplan. “The project is particularly focused on inclusion, resource support for isolated elders, LGBTQIA+ elders, and elders affected by memory loss. We see this as a new vital part of our senior program.”
Explore the Social Connection Project and GSC Refer-A-Friend Campaign »
If you are a BECU member, you can nominate your favorite nonprofits—like the PNA!—to receive a People Helping People Award of up to $50,000. BECU’s People Helping People Awards is an annual member-led event that recognizes and supports the important work of local nonprofits. Nonprofit nominations are due by June 30, and your nomination of the PNA could help support our community-driven programs and services!
Nominate the PNA for a People Helping People Award »
Looking for a great job where you can make a difference? Apply at the PNA and join our friendly nonprofit team! We are now hiring for many positions, including: Client Engagement Manager, DIY Hub Program Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, PNA Village Member Services Coordinator, Gathering Place Facilitator, Staff Accountant, Whittier Kids Lead Preschool Teacher, and more. See PNA Job Opportunities below for the full list!
Check out our open roles and apply today »
Staying put can often be more relaxing than the expense and effort of a traditional vacation. Learn how to fill a great summer vacation right here in Seattle with fun recommendations from one of our guest writers. This summer is the perfect time for a staycation!
Plan a Seattle staycation »
Mission Moments
Thank you to the Windermere Real Estate Greenwood volunteers who helped the GSC and PNA Village with spring cleaning and our Junk Haul Day on June 10! The volunteers picked up 8 truckloads of stuff to donate and 2,800 pounds to dispose of from 25 PNA Village households! They helped clean and reorganize some of our storage areas at the Phinney Center, too. It was wonderful working together to help our neighbors!
Our PhinneyWood Art Sale & Stroll brought together almost 80 local makers and hundreds of shoppers for a handcrafted shopping experience on June 18. We love supporting artists, building community, and welcoming summer with this fun annual event! Missed the stroll or looking to reconnect with a maker you met? Explore this year’s Makers & Artists List to find their work online, and check out our blog to see more photos!
Craving more local art and handmade goods? Our Winter Festival & Crafts Fair is on Dec. 3 and 4! Artists and makers, it's time to apply if you'd like to showcase your work at this beloved neighborhood tradition. Applications are due by Aug. 21 so apply today!
Featured Events
Contexpo: Incarceration & Redemption
Fri, June 24, 6-9 pm. Blue Building. Free.
Sat, June 25, 4-5 pm. Blue Building. Free.
Our friend Mirror Stage presents free multimodal arts experiences exploring the concepts of incarceration and redemption this weekend. This Fri, June 24, enjoy an exhibit featuring visual art from Books to Prisoners followed by an all-ages open mic Poetry Slam hosted by Miz Floes. Join us for Humanities Washington Speaker Omari Amili as he presents Life After Prison: The Prison to School Pipeline on Sat, June 25 at 4pm.
Experience Contexpo on June 24 and 25 »
Bloodworks Northwest Pop-up Blood Drives
Fri, July 1, 9:30 am-4:30 pm. GSC. Free.
Fri, July 22, 9:30 am-4:30 pm. GSC. Free.
As the community faces a dangerous blood and platelet shortage, Bloodworks Northwest is in dire need of donations to supply local hospitals. Make an appointment to donate blood at the GSC this summer: https://schedule.bloodworksnw.org or call 800.398.7888. Same day appointments are also available both dates!
Give blood, save lives »
CPR/First Aid/HIV Certification Course
Sat, July 16, 9 am-12 pm. Blue Building. $40-$50.
Sat, Aug 13, 9 am-12 pm. Blue Building. $40-$50.
Can you provide first aid, take care of injuries, help a choking infant, and stop cardiac arrest? Learn those skills and more in this injury prevention-focused course. It's taught by Ken Norris, a 26-year veteran of the Seattle Fire Department. This course meets COVID-19 safety requirements (hands-on only, no mouth-to mouth). Certificates are issued at the end of class.
Learn life-saving skills »
15th Annual Summer Beer Taste: Beercraft
Sat, July 16, 4-7 pm. PC lower lot. $30-$35.
Our beer tastes feature the best local breweries and are a favorite among brewers and tasters alike. But the best part? All proceeds support our vital programs and services! Join us at Beercraft to build your best beer taste with 10 tastes from 30 craft breweries and cideries. Explore, taste, and vote for your high scoring beers! Get in the game by volunteering at Beercraft, too.
Press start on Beercraft »
Classes & Activities
Phinney Farmers Market
Fridays through Sept 30, 3-7pm. PNA.
Community Woodshop Safety Certification Class
Thurs, June 23 - June 30, 6-8 pm. PNA. $20.
Pride Luncheon
Fri, June 24, 12-2 pm. GSC. $5.
Medical Malpractice Laws in Washington and Your Healthcare Decisions
Thurs, June 30, 11 am-12 pm. GSC. Free.
Pups and Pops in the Park
Thurs, July 7, 1-2:30 pm. Greenwood Park. Free.
Community Survey Share-Out Open House
Fri, July 22, 3-7 pm. PNA. Free.
Beginning/Intermediate Spanish Language Class
Wed, 4:30-5:30 pm. GSC. Free.
Advanced Spanish Language Class
Mon, 4:30-5:30 pm. GSC. Free.
Ongoing Groups
PCPE Hora de Cuentos en Español/Spanish Storytime for kids
PNA Fixers Repair Cafe - Greenwood Hardware
PNA Garden Club Meet Up - PC
Spanish I & II Conversation Group - PC
GSC Men's Group
American Mah Jongg - GSC
Daily Lunch - GSC
PNA Village Play Group - GSC
Medicare Assistance Appointments - GSC
Pilates for Core and Balance - GSC
Yoga for Osteoporosis & Osteoarthritis - GSC & Online
Yoga for All Levels - GSC & Online
Easy Exercise - GSC & Online
Zumba Gold Toning - Online
Zumba Gold - Online
Zwiefacher: Tricky Rhythms and Movement - Online
Seniors Living Alone Group - Online
PNA Book Group - Online
Memory Loss Groups & Classes
Brain Games - Online
ESML Art Appreciation Group - Online
All Present: A Song Circle - Online
The Gathering Place - Online
Groups with Cecile Andrews
Conversation & News of the Day - Online
All online PNA/GSC activities take place on Zoom video conferencing software. To pay or donate to GSC for participation in any of these programs please click here. All ages welcome! Payments for Zumba classes (except for Gentle Zumba) are paid to the instructor directly and information on how to do so will be sent upon registration.
Volunteers Most Wanted!
Our COVID requirements for volunteers are evolving with public health guidelines. Specific programs and events may have different vaccine and masking requirements.
PNA Village Anniversary Party
Sun, July 10: shifts from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm
Help the PNA Village celebrate ten years of helping seniors age at home, woo hoo! Volunteers needed at the event (must be 21+) and to bake beautiful and tasty cakes and pies (baking open to all ages).
15th Annual Summer Beer Taste: Beercraft
Sat, July 16: shifts from 12 to 8:30 pm.
Summer is here and so is our Summer Beer Taste! Volunteer jobs include Set Up, Security (monitor exits), Food/Beverage (replenish food platters, keep tables tidy, and assist food vendors), and more.
PNA Job Opportunities
- Staff Accountant
- Client Engagement Manager
- DIY Hub Program Coordinator
- Morning Administrative Assistant
- Evening Administrative Assistant
- PNA Village Member Services Coordinator
- Gathering Place Facilitator – Temporary
- Ballard Preschool Co-op Parent Educator
- Memory Loss Program Coordinator
- Whittier Kids Lead Preschool Teacher
- Whittier Kids School Age Child Care Teacher
- Whittier Kids On-Call Substitute Teacher
Quick Links & Info
Tool & Seed Library Hours
Fridays: 3-6 pm
Saturdays: 9 am-1 pm
Crafting items needed at the Tool Library!
PNA Tool Library (online inventory)
Community Woodshop
King County Seed Library
About Us
The mission of the Phinney Neighborhood Association (PNA) is to build, engage, and support our diverse community through programs, services, and activities that connect neighbors and foster civic engagement. Learn more about our work and donate today!
