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Busy day at Third Place Commons Saturday

Friday, May 2, 2014

In addition to the Rotary Pinewood Derby, Third Place Commons will be bustling with activity on Saturday, May 3.

Their arts and dance day includes dancers to watch and do-it-yourself art:

Commons Art-In 10am-4pm
Saturday, May 3
Come make art at this free, drop-in creative time for drawing and painting artists. BYO art supplies (no oil paints/solvents, please). All levels of experience welcome! Look for the plastic-covered tables in the Commons.

Spring Bellydance Hafla 1-4pm
Saturday, May 3
A Hafla is a belly dance festival. Celebrate spring with this ancient art, and see a variety of traditional and modern styles performed by local dancers.

Washington School of Dance Spring Performance 4:30-5pm
Saturday, May 3
Enjoy a sampling of Jazz, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Modern, and Classical Ballet performed by dancers ranging in age between 7 to 21 years. Washington School of Dance Performance Companies promotes and recognizes young dancers with performance opportunities while instilling self-expression, confidence, esteem, and professionalism. 

Third Place Commons is on the upper level of Lake Forest Park Town Center, at the intersection of Bothell Way and Ballinger Way.


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Bring your washboard and washtub bass - it's Bluegrass at The Commons Saturday

Saturday, March 22, 2014

Convergence Zone Bluegrass at a summer festival


Time to find the kazoos and washtub bass - or just come to Lake Forest Park to hear talented Northwest musicians play Bluegrass.

Convergence Zone Bluegrass will play in Lake Forest Park "Live Music" on the Third Place Commons Stage on the upper level of Town Center, at the intersection of Bothell Way and Ballinger Way.

Saturday, March 22, 2014 from 7:30pm - 9:30pm

The Third Place Commons stage has free, live music every Friday and Saturday night, thanks to sponsorship from Third Place Books and Madison Marquette.


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Charles the Magician Saturday at Third Place Commons in all-ages show

Thursday, March 13, 2014

Charles the Magician will perform at Third Place Commons Saturday, March 15 from 3-4pm

Magic for all ages!

Get mystified, join nationally recognized local prestidigitator and author Charles Kraus for a rollicking comedy magic show. He’s one magician with something up his sleeve!

His 3:00 pm show will include escape tricks, mind reading, even a cut and restored magician trick. There is plenty of comedy during the program. Appropriate for the entire family. Charles will also be signing copies of his new book, The Teen Magician .. That’s You!

Third Place Commons is on the upper level of Lake Forest Park Town Center at the intersection of Bothell Way and Ballinger Way. 206-366-3302.

Updated 03-14-2014 10:55pm

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Annual Breakfast raises $36,000 for programs at Third Place Commons

Tuesday, February 25, 2014

280 community members gather to honor the Commons
Photo by Thomas Ager

By Constance Perenyi

It is a late winter, early morning tradition. On the second Thursday of February, almost always close to Valentine’s Day, folks rise early, arrive in Lake Forest Park at dawn’s early light, and join hundreds of their friends and colleagues to celebrate and raise money for Third Place Commons, the heart of the north end of King County. This year, the festivities on February 13 drew more than 280 supporters. By the time all the checks roll in, the Commons will have raised more than $36,000 to support over 900 free, public programs in the coming year.

This marks the ninth, and most successful Breakfast in the Commons. Lake Forest Park resident Allen Schauffler returned as Master of Ceremonies, and remarked, “You know I have done this for 8 years. I have seen the Commons go from a good idea to something that is now woven into the fabric of our community. The Commons is about collaboration, teamwork and partnerships.”

The breakfast began with a celebration of musical partnerships in the Commons. Glen Milner, Alisa Milner, and Ian McFerron welcomed guests with their signature fiddles and guitar. David Shere of the Music Center of the Northwest played and sang while everyone enjoyed Honey Bear bacon and Great Harvest treats. And then Madison Marquette, owner and manager of the Town Center, was recognized for teaming with Third Place Commons to bring back music on Friday and Saturday nights.

Every year, Third Place Commons honors one community partner for service above and beyond ordinary support. The Lake Forest Park Rotary Club was the first recipient nine years ago at the first Breakfast. In 2014, the Commons again honored Rotary, this time for unwavering support of Commons programming and of the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market. Rotarians collect food for local food banks at the end of every market, and for the last two years, Rotary has helped fund the Market Bucks food assistance program.

Current president Sally Renn accepted on behalf of the club, and in the true spirit of partnership, reciprocated by announcing the winners of the first Jeff Award. Named after Jeff Weissman, beloved Rotarian and retired owner of Great Harvest Bread Company, this new award recognizes a Lake Forest Park Business with an exemplary commitment to high ethical standards and public values. Nominations this first year lead to the choice of two local businesses, and three people were called to the stage: Douglas Carl and Janiece Hoggatt from A Better Day Salon, and Robert Sindelar, Managing Partner of Third Place Books.

Following the awards, King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski took the stage to share his impressions of the role Third Place Commons plays as a vital community space in his district. He talked about the challenges King County faces, and returned again to the importance of people talking to each other and working together, something he sees every time he visits the Commons.

The event ended with a heartfelt request from Third Place Commons board members Tanya Laskelle and Leslie Brooks, both new mothers who want the Commons to be part of their children’s lives. Tanya grew up in Lake Forest Park, and she shared memories of an empty mall that had little to offer the community. By contrast, both she and Leslie can now bring their babies to the Commons for Play and Learn activities, meet friends for coffee, listen to music, and shop for fresh food at the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market. With a photograph in the background of them with their children and their mothers, Tanya and Leslie demonstrated that the Commons is a unique space with intergenerational value. They encouraged everyone to reach deep and support the Commons on behalf of everyone in their families.

As promised, the Breakfast ended before 8:30am so people could start the work day on time, with renewed energy and the great feeling of having supported Third Place Commons. This event, just like the Commons, is for everyone, and it is a lot of fun. If you missed it this year, be sure to mark your 2015 calendar for Thursday, February 12, 7am. Tickets will be available online starting in December of this year. To stay posted on this and all Commons events, visit the Commons website and be sure to like the Friends of Third Place Commons Facebook page. Donations are gratefully received throughout the year. For more information about how you can support your Commons with tax-deductible contributions, email the Commons.


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On stage at Third Place Commons - The Total Experience Gospel Choir

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Total Experience Gospel Choir on stage at Third Place Commons this coming Saturday, Feb 22, 2pm. For a preview, check out this video from last year's performance with an interview with Pat Wright, made by Aaron Stadler with funding from 4Culture: click here.


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You are invited to the Third Place Commons Community Breakfast on Feb 13

Sunday, February 2, 2014




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Music all month long at Third Place Commons

Thursday, December 5, 2013

Photo by Jina Lee
Violins and fiddles - Dickens carolers - ballet and bands - recorders and jazz - orchestras and choirs - all these for free at Third Place Commons, 206-366-3302, during December.

Laura Martin Studio Holiday Violin Recital 3:30-4:30pm
Sunday, December 8
Violin students of all ages take the stage to celebrate the season.

Ananda Seattle Choir 7-8 pm
Tuesday, December 10
Performing original and traditional music, the Ananda Seattle choir brings joy and inspiration this holiday season.

Milner Family Fiddles Commons Legacies Performance 7:30-9:30 pm
Friday, December 13
Join us for a special performance by the Milner Family Fiddles.  Two generations of musicians bring their Texas-style music to the Third Place stage regularly, and this evening's celebration will be videotaped as part of our Commons Legacies series, made possible by a grant from 4Culture.

Northwest Ballet Holiday Recital 1-2:30pm
Saturday, December 14,21
Join us for a holiday tradition as the Town Center’s own ballet company dances the steps of the season.

Indoor Farmers Market  11 am-4 pm
Sunday, December 15
Shop for your winter feasts upstairs in the Commons, and select special hand-crafted gifts on the lower level of the Towne Centre. Enjoy special holiday music with the Dickens Carolers, made possible by funding from the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council.

Shoreline Schools Band Concert 7:30-8 pm
Monday, December 16
Enjoy lively music played by combined 6th grade bands from Parkwood, Ridgecrest and Highland Terrace, under the direction of Dennis Ashcroft.

Rockin’ Recorders 7-8pm
Tuesday, December 17
The Rockin' Recorders, a Music Center ensemble, is coached by Vicki Boeckman, a renowned recorder teacher who also performs all over the USA and abroad.  Learn more about the Music Center of the NW: mcnw.org

Shoreline Schools Orchestra Concert   7:30-8pm 
Wednesday, December 18
The holiday tradition continues with John Ames showcasing the talents of young instrumental musicians from Parkwood, Ridgecrest, Highland Terrace, Brookside and Briarcrest.

96th Street Combo  7-8pm
Thursday, December 19
The 96th St. Combo, featuring advanced students from Music Center, presents jazz standards and modern compositions in a style that is relaxed and entertaining.  Learn more about the Music Center of the NW: mcnw.org

Washington School of Dance Holiday Performance  3:30-4:30pm
Saturday, December 21
Enjoy a sampling of Jazz, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Modern, and Classical Ballet performed by dancers ranging in age between 7 to 21 years.  Washington School of Dance Performance Companies promotes and recognizes young dancers with performance opportunities while instilling self-expression, confidence, esteem, and professionalism. 

Angel Alert! 3:30-4:30 pm
Sunday, December 22
Youth from the Lake Forest Park Church invite you to their special Christmas program, performed by young actors, age 6 to 14.

Third Place Commons is next to Third Place Books on the upper level of Lake Forest Park Town Center, at the junction of Bothell and Ballinger Ways.


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Live music tonight at Third Place Commons

Saturday, October 26, 2013

The music is back and tonight is the night.

7:30-9:30pm at Third Place Commons in Lake Forest Park - Portage Bay Swing Band - all the swing dancers will be there, so it will end up being a music and dance performance.


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Traveling with Technology workshop Sunday at Third Place Commons

Thursday, October 24, 2013

Computer Q and A 2:30-4pm, Sunday, October 27, in Third Place Commons, upper level, Lake Forest Park Town Center, at the intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way NE.

Ask questions and get user-friendly answers during this free workshop. This month’s topic explores Traveling with Technology.


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Halloween at Third Place Commons - scary stories and trick or treat

Wednesday, October 23, 2013


Scary Stories for Brave Listeners 7-8pm
Tuesday, October 29

Local storytellers will share frightening, yukky, and true tales of ghosts and hauntings, followed by an open mike for audience members with a scary tale to tell!  Refreshments will be served (to survivors.)  This program is not recommended for young or timid listeners.

HALLOWEEN

Thursday, October 31
Celebrate at Third Place and the Town Center at Lake Forest Park. 

4 – 6 pm    Trick-or-treat at participating Town Center merchants.  Look for balloons outside participating stores.   

6:30 – 8 pm   Party in the Commons!  Eli Rosenblatt takes the stage to entertain with lively music and dance. Costume contests, games, crafts, and of course, more treats!  This is an Arts Crush North featured event.


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Shed writer's block at Commons workshop Wednesday

Monday, October 21, 2013


Potential Literature 7-9pm, Wednesday, October 23,30

What happens when writers throw out all their pre-conceived notions and start experimenting?  

Douglas Smith shares a technique for writing poetry and prose based on constraints: omit certain letters of the alphabet, convert words to opposite meanings, use mathematical formulas, and leave writers block behind.

For more information about this free workshop, contact the speaker.

The workshop will be held at Third Place Commons which is adjacent to Third Place Books in the Lake Forest Park Town Center.



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Celebration - music returns to Third Place Commons

Monday, September 23, 2013

Miss Rose and Her Rhythm Percolators
Photo by Jerry Pickard

On Saturday evening, September 21, 2013 the Third Place commons resumed its Saturday night Dance program. 

A packed house was jazzed, perked, and shaken with the Jet City Jazz Band, Miss Rose and Her Rhythm Percolators, and The Fabulous Roof Shakers.

The Jet City Jazz Band
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Photographer Jerry Pickard says, "It was a great selection of music for opening night and lots of dancers put on the moves to the music. I even saw one man dancing with three women at the same time!"

The Fabulous Roof Shakers
Photo by Jerry Pickard


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Favorite local bands in fundraiser Saturday for Friends of Third Place Commons - and the beat goes on

Wednesday, September 18, 2013


The Friends of Third Place Commons hosts
“And the Beat Goes On”
A fundraiser for Saturday Night Music in the Commons
Featuring
And
Saturday, September 21, 2013, 7:30 pm
Donations will be accepted for
Third Place Commons’ Saturday night music series

Miss Rose and Her Rhythm Percolators
will play a benefit Saturday at
Third Place Commons

On September 21st, The Friends of Third Place Commons hosts a benefit to celebrate the return of Saturday night music to the Commons and to raise funds for the continued support of the series. 

Third Place will celebrate the return of music on Saturday nights by showcasing some of the community’s favorite bands. The evening will begin with the big band swing of the Jet City Jazz Band. It will continue with the vintage jazz of Miss Rose and Her Rhythm Percolators. And the evening will close out with the raucous blues of The Fabulous Roof Shakers. All performance services for this evening have been donated.

This event is free of charge, but donations will gladly be accepted by Friends of Third Place Commons. 100% of all contributions will go directly to supporting the continued presence of music in the Commons. Friends of Third Place Commons is also seeking interested community partners to sponsor selected performances throughout the year.

The concert series will be under new management by Friends of Third Place Commons, a nonprofit organization founded to manage the community events in the Commons. The program will be financed by Madison Marquette Retail Services (MMRS) and through sponsorships by community partners.

“This music program has received a tremendous amount of community support and we are thrilled to see it live on in partnership with MMRS,” said Constance Perenyi, Executive Director for Friends of Third Place Commons. “We look forward to continuing our tradition of supporting local musicians and providing entertainment to the community.”

Third Place Commons is upstairs in the Lake Forest Park Towne Centre at the intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Ways, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155.  More information is available at programs@thirdplacecommons.org, 206-366-3302.

Friends of Third Place Commons is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to enrich and support vibrant community connections by providing and maintaining the Third Place Commons space, where the community can host its many and diverse activities, programs, and events, keeping them free to all.


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Dine well and do good - Sunday benefit for Third Place Commons

Wednesday, September 4, 2013


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Milner Family Fiddles on Third Place stage Sunday

Friday, August 16, 2013

When is a violin a fiddle?
Come find out Sunday at
Lake Forest Park
Milner Family Fiddles 11am-12:30pm
Sunday, August 18

The Milner Family Fiddles bring their Texas-style music to the Third Place stage every other month. They'll be fiddling for your pleasure this Sunday, August 18, 2013, from 11am to 12:30pm.

Come have lunch in the Commons and enjoy the show.

The Commons is located next to Third Place Books on the upper level of Town Center, at the junction of Bothell and Ballinger Ways in Lake Forest Park.




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The music plays on - Saturday concerts at Third Place Commons to resume

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

The Gothard Sisters were one of the acts
at Third Place Commons last year

From Tory Glossip, Senior General Manager, Madison Marquette

Thank you for sharing your support for the weekend music program at Town Center at Lake Forest Park. We are delighted to inform you that the program will relaunch on September 21st at Third Place Commons and will run each Saturday night from 7:30pm to 9:30pm, going forward.

Madison Marquette Retail Services, which assumed operations of the food court and common area on May 1, 2013, is proud to offer financial support of the program. The concert series will continue its legacy of providing free, high quality entertainment to the Seattle-area community, under the new management of Friends of Third Place.

This program thrives on active support from the community, so we appreciate your feedback and look forward to seeing you this fall as the program relaunches.


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Third Place Commons Community Calendar for July 2013

Tuesday, July 2, 2013



Community Calendar for July 2013
For information: 206-366-3302


Free Career Counseling               1-3pm
Monday, July 1,8,15,22,29

Resume need polishing?  Are you preparing for a big interview?  Career counselor Robin Martin is available to help job seekers find their future career.  Look for her at a table in the Commons.

Commons Art-In 10am-4pm
Saturday, July 6

Come make art at this free, drop-in creative time for drawing and painting artists. BYO art supplies (no oil paints/solvents, please). All levels of experience welcome! Look for the plastic-covered tables in the Commons.

Playtime! 10am-11:30am
Wednesday, July 10,17,24,31

Join other parents, grandparents, and caregivers with children ages birth to 5 in front of the stage for art, games, and conversation, sponsored and led by the Shoreline Family Support Center.

The Barber’s Wife 11am-12pm
Saturday, July 13

This play by Last Leaf Theater Productions features a Punjabi folk tale about two thieves who think they are digging for gold but find only trouble when the barber’s wife outsmarts them.   Sponsored by KCLS.

Crafts Day at the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market 11am-4pm
Sunday, July 14

Join us for our annual array of beautiful handcrafts: unique and local! 



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Third Place Commons end of June events

Thursday, June 20, 2013

Enter and go to the left - Third Place Commons

Third Place Commons still has a full slate of groups and activities for young and old. The Commons is located adjacent to Third Place Books in the town center mall at Ballinger and Bothell Ways in Lake Forest Park.

Here are a few  end of the month family events. Borrow a niece or nephew so you have an excuse to see the entertainment and sign your kids up for the programs!

Magical Wonderland Show with Louie Foxx 11am-12pm
Saturday, June 22

Be amazed by magic tricks and juggling using things normally found underground. You will even learn a trick you can share with your friends.  For ages 3 and older.  Presented by our friends at KCLS.

Musical Adventure into the Earth Concert with Eli Rosenblatt 3-4pm
Wednesday, June 26

Come on a musical ride through underground jungles, deserts, rivers and lakes to meet all kinds of magical creatures.  Family program, ages 2 and older welcome.  Presented by our friends at KCLS.

Here's a five week program for teen girls:

Girl Power! 3:30-5pm
Thursday, June 27

This special 5 week summer series for Teen Girls age 14-18 focuses on self-empowerment and creative expression. We will explore our heartfelt dreams and desires, learn affirmations and visioning techniques, and share in supportive friendship. Please pre-register for the series by sending an email to Teri Jo,

And for the racers:

Rotary Pinewood Derby 10am-1pm
Saturday, June 29

Rotary Club of Seattle Northeast invites all District 5030 Clubs to compete for the distinguished honor of being “The Fastest Club in Town”.  Come cheer for your favorite racers.


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African Art Day at The Commons

Sunday, June 9, 2013


Shorewood African Art Show 6:30-8:30pm
Thursday, June 13

See dozens of the best African-themed art pieces created by Shorewood High School's 10th grade World Studies students.

Come meet the artists, see their work, and celebrate meaningful education.

The Commons at Lake Forest Park, Bothell Way and Ballinger Way, Lake Forest Park Town Center in the Food Court.


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The day that music died: landlord to kill free music at Third Place Books

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

The Gothard Sisters were one of many free acts at Third Place Commons


Third Place Books / Third Place Commons is renown for its Friday and Saturday night free music events - an eclectic mix of dance and performance music which brought diners, dancers, and shoppers to Lake Forest Park Town Center.

The mall is owned and managed by Madison Marquette. According to a letter sent to musicians by Third Place Managing Partner Robert Sindelar, there is a new lease, beginning May 1, 2013.

"Third Place Books is no longer in charge of the Commons. Madison Marquette, who will control the Commons moving forward, has indicated that beginning in June they do not plan to continue the Friday and Saturday night music program."

Sindelar struck a hopeful note, 

"This does not mean that a music program will never come back to the Commons stage. This is a transition period. The non-profit group, Friends of Third Place Commons, is still as active as ever in the Commons and might be able to work with Madison Marquette to find some kind of program to bring back to the Commons stage in the future."

Madison Marquette has been contacted for a comment on their future plans.


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