Showing posts with label youth. Show all posts
Showing posts with label youth. Show all posts

Shoreline Youth Jam 2011 seeking musicians under 18

Monday, January 3, 2011

Misoneism plays at the 2010 Youth Jam
Established by the Richmond Beach Community Association in 2008, YOUTH JAM 2011 is now a Shoreline-wide event.

Rock Bands, Pop Singers, Hip-Hop Groups, Vocal Groups, Accordion Players, Jazz Combos, Soloists, DJ’s, Beat-Boxers and all musicians, this is your chance to perform on stage and vie for prizes.

Shoreline youth, 18 or younger, with musical aspirations, are invited to compete in the third annual “Shoreline Youth Jam.” 

This year’s event, organized and sponsored by multiple neighborhood groups in Shoreline, will take place Friday, March 4, 6 to 9:30 pm, at the Shoreline Community College PUB.

The contest will feature a live audience, professional sound, and constructive feedback by judges from the music industry. Performers will be arranged into showcase segments (2-3 songs) and prizes will be awarded in several categories.

Entrants to the YOUTH JAM are asked to submit information about their act, a recorded sample of their performance, and a $20 entrance fee (hardship exemption available) by the February 16, 2011 deadline, to be considered for the show. For more details or to submit material, please contact Scott Becker.scottb@fourfoldarchitecture.com

Tickets for the show will be sold at the door for $2 and refreshments will be sold inside from the PUB Chartwells Espresso and Deli. A limited number of free tickets will be provided to each participant for family and friends.



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Teen Activities at local libraries in January

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Shoreline Library.  Photo by Steven H. Robinson.
Each of our three libraries has ongoing activities specifically for teens, including tutors to help with homework when school is in session.

Richmond Beach Library

Study Zone
Mondays, 4pm
When school is in session.
Grades K-12.
Drop in for homework help from trained volunteer tutors.

Teen Talk Time
Wednesday, January 5, 12, 19 and 26, 4-6pm
Improve speaking and listening skills in this English conversation group for students in middle, high school and college.

Game On! and Mural Project
Thursday, January 13 and 27, 4pm
Play multi-player videogames and create a full-wall mural!

Lake Forest Park Library

Study Zone
Tuesday, January 4, 11, 18 and 25, 4-6pm
Grades K-12.
Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors.

Pizza and Books
Tuesday, January 4, 4-5pm
Held in the Third Place Commons Meeting Room.
What are you reading? Watching? Listening to? Come talk, share ideas and eat free pizza!

Teen Writers' Group
Tuesday, January 18, 4pm
Held in the Third Place Commons Meeting Room.
Get your creative energy flowing! Try a few creative writing experiments in a supportive environment.

Shoreline Library

Game On!
Wednesday, January 5, 4pm
Wednesday, January 19, 4:30pm
Play Wii, PS2 and Xbox at the library.

Study Zone
Sundays-Thursdays, 5-7pm
When school is in session.
Grades K-12.
Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors. 

Read Three, Get One Free
Read three books, write three thoughtful reviews and get a prize book...free! 
Pick up a form at the Information Desk.

Shoreline Teen Advisory Board
Join the Teen Advisory Board and make decisions about what happens in your library.
Ask at the Information Desk for dates and times.

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2010 Youth Dance Recital Saturday June 5

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Young ballerinas, photo courtesy Shoreline Recreation


The City of Shoreline Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department will be holding their seventh annual dance recital on Saturday, June 5 at 10 am and 12 pm at the Shoreline Center Auditorium at the north end of the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE.

The recital will showcase dancers from the winter and spring 
  • Pre-Ballet
  • Ballet,
  • eNergi
  • Youth Jazz
  • Dance Moves
  • Pre-Ballet and Tap
  • Modern Dance
  • Irish Dance
Students range in age from 3 to 12. There will also be a special dance routine featuring the programs dance instructors.

The recital is free open to all. For further information on dance or other recreation programs, please call 206 801-2600 or go to the Parks web page.

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Self-defense class for teen girls

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Give your daughter the gift of learning some basic crime prevention, personal safety, awareness and self-defense skills in this 2-hour workshop, May 22, 2010 from 1-3 pm.

Shihan Joni Sharrah of USA Karate in North City is generously donating her time and space to raise money for the Pink Polka Dots. Program is for girls ages 13-19. Cost is $30 per person. Space is limited, and registration deadline is this weekend. For more information, contact Kelsey 206-364-8021.


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Tween Night at The Richmond Highlands Recreation Center

Monday, April 12, 2010


Tween Night at The Richmond Highlands Recreation Center, 16554 Fremont Ave N.

Saturday, April 24, 6 - 11 pm

FREE for all 5th and 6th graders.

Games, food, music, karaoke, crafts, contests, and so much more.

Parents must sign participants in and out of program.

For more information call City of Shoreline Parks and Recreation Department at 206-801-2600.


Photo by Steven H. Robinson

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Raves for the 2010 Youth Jam - DC9 Takes Top Honors

Saturday, March 13, 2010

By Scott Becker RBCA Board Member and Man on the Mic
 
Friday, February 26, was a night to remember as our talented musical youth brought the community together again for the third annual Youth Jam, in the Richmond Beach Congregational Church basement venue. The musical showcase and talent show, sponsored by Richmond Beach Community Association, packed the house as four youth acts performed in turn for the adult judges – volunteers from the regional pro music scene – and the inspired audience of fans, friends, and family.  (photo of final jam session)


The four-group showcase was rounded out by a “judge jam” when the performers were asked to take the stage with the judges for a rowdy and rocking blues tune. Then, the judges took on the difficult task of awarding cash prizes to just two acts, and a celebratory applause and certificate to all the youth who participated. 


DC9, an eight-member modern dance group (pictured, right), was awarded “Best Performance” and a $200 prize. A crowd favorite, DC9 closed the show with a surprise encore of their winning routine.

Oliver Otovsky, solo piano and vocals (pictured, left), received “Honorable Mention – Performance” and a $100 prize.

The three judges represented some of the Seattle area’s more noteworthy working musicians and youth mentors; trumpeter Jason Parker (The Jason Parker Quartet & KPLU DJ), Jeremy Jones (2009 Earshot Jazz award winning drummer of The Teaching), and Jerry Fleet (bassist for Confluence). The judges were lauded by parents for their thoughtful comments to the musicians on stage after each performance, and the encouragement to all kids on hand to keep music and performance a part of their lives.

The acts and musicians in the competition: 



Cardboard Question Mark: Riley Koidahl, Jade Nelson, Forest Clements, and Erin Youell (pictured, right)


Oliver Otovsky: solo

DC9: Dancers - Erika Kent, Cooper Kent, Kenus Vinberg, Zoe Vincini, Nicole Forte, Morgan Thompson, and Max Levin; Choreographers were Drew Thompson, Ryan Chandler, and Terrence Spencer. 


 Misoneism: Julian Anderson and Stefan Petersen (pictured, left)




Photos by Matt Stroud

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Accepting Applications for YMCA Teen Leadership Institute & Youth Exchange to Japan

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Local teenagers have a chance to experience Japanese culture through the YMCA Teen Leadership Institute. Teens currently in grades 8-12 will travel to Kobe, Hiroshima and Kyoto this summer from July 22 - August 7, 2010. Applications are now being accepted through March 31 and group selection will take place in early April.

Participants learn important leadership skills, cultural sensitivity, history and language through home stays, visiting historical places and interacting with teens their own age. There are 14 spots available in the Annual YMCA Teen Leadership Institute, a 45–year-old international partnership between the YMCA of Greater Seattle and Kobe YMCA.

Michaella Rosner, a participant in last year’s Youth Exchange, feels that the experience was truly eye-opening. “Japan really made me understand how similar people are across cultures. You can hear all your life how much we all have in common, but it doesn't really sink in until you're high-fiving Japanese girls and talking about boys. It's also incredible how willing my host family was to accept me into their family. They begin their emails to me ‘Dear our daughter Michaella.’ I get homesick for Japan sometimes,” she says.
 YMCA of Greater Seattle is part of the World Alliance of YMCAs in 122 countries. The Teen Leadership program is one of a number of international programs the Seattle YMCA is offering for teens, young adults and families.

The subsidized cost for the program (including pre-trip training, airfare, transportation, food, lodging and activities) is $2,750. Financial assistance is available to the extent possible for those in need.

Parents and applicants can join one of following information meetings to learn more about the trip:

  • Monday, March 21, 7 pm, Northshore Family YMCA, 11811 NE 195th St, Bothell, WA 98011
  • Tuesday, March 22, 7 pm, West Seattle High School Library, 3000 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116
  • Thursday, March 25, 7 pm, Coal Creek Family YMCA, 13750 Newcastle Golf Club Road, Newcastle, WA 98059
About the YMCA of Greater Seattle: The YMCA of Greater Seattle is a charitable, non-profit organization serving King and south Snohomish counties since 1876. Reaching more than 140,700 people annually through 12 branches, two overnight camps and more than 200 program sites, the YMCA provides a wide range of programs and services in child care, youth development, education, foster care, family support, wellness and outdoor experiences. More information may be found at seattleymca.org.

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Youth Jam in Richmond Beach - sign up by February 15 to participate

Monday, February 1, 2010


On Friday, February 26, 2010, at 6:00 pm at the Richmond Beach Congregational Church, 1512 NW 195th lower level, the Richmond Beach Community Association will sponsor its annual Youth Jam.
This musical showcase and prize competition is open to any musical performer or groups of performers age 18 and under and living in Shoreline. It features a live audience, judges from the music industry, and professional sound. Cash prizes will be awarded in the categories of musicianship, performance and creativity. The show will be recorded, with copies provided to each performer. Every kind of musical style is welcome and ensembles or bands are encouraged.


Entrants to the Youth Jam are asked to submit information about your act, a recorded sample of your performance and a $20 entrance fee by February 15, to be considered for the show.

For more details, go to the Youth Jam webpage or contact Scott Becker.
 


Come out and give support to these talented, young performers! Tickets for the show will be sold at the door for $2.50. Pizza and other refreshments will be available for purchase.

Photos from the 2009 event and current information courtesy of the Richmond Beach Community Association.


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