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As a community focused on providing support and social engagement, we enjoy sharing the latest news with our members, friends, families and community:
- Message from the Board President
- Member Profiles: Robert & Madeleine
- Make Your Own Greeting Cards
- Spot A Scam Event--September 18th
- Social Spotlight: NNN’s Book Club
- September Events & Gatherings
- Volunteer Zoom Meeting-Transportation
- NNN is Looking for Recipes to Share
- Your NNN Social Committeee Wants to Hear from You!
- Birthdays to Celebrate in September
- Member Advice & Tips
- Lynnwood Volunteers Wanted!
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Message from Suzy Chandler, Board President
It’s hard to believe September is just around the corner! It feels like back to school time for your NNN Board as well, as we dive in and make progress on our strategic planning areas. We continue to appreciate all of our volunteers fulfilling our member requests and services and making a great NNN community as we focus on our ongoing growth. What are we working on right now?
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The website refresh team is updating content, and we’re looking for more photos of daily interactions in our community. (Yes, you can share your favorites!)
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The Outreach team is gearing up to take part in the Fair on 44th on September 10th in Lynnwood and the Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Center on October 21/22. We also have new relationships with Hero’s Cafe (devoted to helping Veterans gather and share stories each month) as well as Volunteers of America Western Washington.
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Our biggest focus now is to expand our Board. We need community members excited about helping seniors by becoming part of our Board. If you have the ability and passion to support NNN’s mission, we ask you to consider exploring a position with our Board. (Check the announcement from our website, and contact Board President, Suzy, to express interest or to suggest potential nominees. Email suzy@northwestneighborsnetwork.org)
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Member Profiles: Robert & Madeleine Kaiser-Butty
Robert and Madeleine were both born before World War II; Robert in Strasbourg, France and Madeleine in Fribourg in the French part of Switzerland.
Robert’s family emigrated to the United States in 1942 as refugees fleeing Nazi persecution. He was raised in New York City. His primary education was obtained in the NYC public education system; his secondary education followed at the Lycée Français de New York. After receiving a French Baccalaureate from the Lycée, Robert obtained his technical education at MIT, where he received his undergraduate and graduate degrees in Chemical Engineering. He was a National Science Foundation Fellow from 1956 to 1960. After graduating from MIT, Robert served as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Army, stationed at the Quartermaster Research and Development Command, Natick, MA. In addition to his duties as a Research Officer, he was also tasked by the Command to provide interpretation/translation services for distinguished French visitors.
After graduating from high school in Switzerland, Madeleine spent a year as an au-pair in England to perfect her English. Madeleine eventually emigrated to Boston, MA in 1968 as a temporary resident when USM, the American Company she worked for in Fribourg transferred its operations to the U.S. She planned to return to Switzerland after a few years, but these plans changed when she met Robert.
Robert and Madeleine were married in 1970. They moved from Cambridge, MA to Winchester, MA in 1974 after their son, Pierre, was born. His sister, Martine, followed a few years later.
Robert initially worked in industry, first for the M.W. Kellogg Company in Piscataway, NJ as a research engineer, and then for AVCO Systems Division in Lowell, MA, where he did some pioneering work in nanotechnology. After becoming a Registered Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and a dozen years as an employee, he hung out his own shingle and became a consulting engineer in 1974. This initial effort led to the creation of <ARGOS> Associates, Inc., a consulting company in 1977, and of Entropic Systems, Inc., a technology development enterprise in 1985.
Between being a mother, working for the Canadian Consulate in Boston, supporting her husband’s business operations, and being an active volunteer in the Friends of the Winchester Library and the local chapter of the League of Women Voters, the Winchester years were busy ones for Madeleine.
They became empty nesters after their children had graduated from college and moved to the Pacific Northwest. In 2009, they emulated them and moved from the East Coast to Edmonds, which they now call home. After they moved to Edmonds, Madeleine remained active in the Friends of the Library and League of Women Voters for about ten years until it became time for her to fully retire. Robert remains active as a Consulting Engineer, and in helping Northwest Neighbors Network with grant writing support when required.
Madeleine and Robert have been involved with NNN for nearly a year. ¨We are so very fortunate we found NNN. It changed everything and allowed us to remain at home, in our community and together.¨ | |
MAKE YOUR OWN GREETING CARDS – 3 Spots Left! Hope you can join us!
AUGUST 31ST, 1:00 – 3:00 P.M.
Where: Home of Ginger H. Shoreline.
There’re still a few days before we start getting “crafty!” Join member & volunteer Ginger H. for this afternoon of creative card making with other NNN members. Absolutely no experience needed. Everything you need to make two to three easy greeting cards will be provided. Ginger has a small (12-lb.) house dog who will greet you then ignore you. Masks are optional, but this will be an indoor activity. If you have a small pair of scissors to bring for cutting paper and a roll of double-sided scotch tape, that would be great but not required.
To register online go to our NNN website, log on, and go to the Events tab. (or paste this address in your web browser: https://bit.ly/MakingCards, remember to log on and click the Register Now button on the right side of the page and complete your registration. Members may request transportation at time of registration by clicking the Request Transportation button on the registration page. You may also text or call 253-237-2848 to register or request transportation. If you’d like help registering, contact Social@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org. | |
SEPTEMBER EVENTS AND GATHERINGS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Tip: Make it a habit to check the Events Calendar regularly for additional information about planned, newly added or changes to scheduled events. Members: Remember you may request transportation through Services@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org or by texting/calling 253-237-2848. | |
Learn to Spot a Scam from 7,000 Miles Away - In Person & Online Event
Open to the Public
Space is limited. Please register now if planning to come in person
September 18, 2022, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Shoreline Public Library, Large Meeting Room
345 NE 175th St
Shoreline, WA 98155
Join volunteer Kathryn M. for this lively and informative discussion to help identify the most common online scams and learn what to do if you suspect you may be a target. Want to learn more about Grandparent Scams, Online Romance Scams, Employment and Money Mule Scams, Online Shopping Scams, Phone Scams, Home Repair Scams, Tech Support Scams, Sweepstakes or Lotto Scams, Charity Scams, Social Security Number Scams? Kathryn will discuss many of these frequently used scams that target unsuspecting people.
Light snacks will be provided. Bring your questions and enjoy this discussion with Kathryn and others! Planning to come in person? Click Sign up now to reserve your spot or paste this address into your web browser: https://bit.ly/NNNLearns and click on the Register button. NNN members can request transportation after logging on to the website to first Register and then by clicking on the Request Transportation button. Need help registering? Text or call 253-237-2848 or contact Services@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org.
Can’t join in person or have all the in-person spots been filled? Join us by Zoom. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86231854643?pwd=NUJ3MjNGTGN0ZWZ1VWlRWUVTNFh3QT09. | |
Social Spotlight: NNN’s Book Club
Submitted by Eileen C., Host
NNN started a Book Club in our early days, way back before the pandemic started. We gleefully met in person then, enjoying each other’s company on a member’s deck. We now meet on Zoom, but we’re still gleeful! We have a core group of about 7-8 people, but we’ve been known to reach 12 participants.
Members choose our books, then we meet from 1 – 2:30 on the 4th Monday of every month. We read all sorts of fiction and non-fiction and lean toward books easily accessible at the library. Who needs more stuff? Books are often picked up and delivered to members, then returned after our meeting. We have books selected through next January, but if you’d like to join and suggest one, please contact Eileen Carter at iseacarter@frontier.com. We can be flexible with scheduling our reading choices!
We all look forward to meeting in person again soon, Omicron-variant-willing. Till then, join us on Zoom at this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2532372848?pwd=RmlBTUlCQWI1ZHpzZ2ExQ25ramRFUT09
Check us out with no obligation to join!
Editor’s Note: Eileen has been a volunteer with Northwest Neighbors Network for almost 4 years and has a passion for reading. In addition to her many other volunteer services with NNN, she turned her passion for reading and conversation into action when she became our Book Club host. We are so thankful for her generous gift of time and energy! To learn more about becoming a host for a social event or activity, please contact Social@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org. | |
SEPTEMBER EVENTS AND GATHERINGS
Join Us!
In-Person Gatherings: Most are open to the public
Weekly Walks:
Mondays 10:30-11:30 @ Horizon View Park, Lake Forest Park
Tuesdays 11:00-12:00 @ Terrace Creek Park, Mountlake Terrace
Thursdays 1:00-2:00 @ Hamlin Park, Shoreline
Sundays 12:15-1:30 @ Meet on Sunset between Bell & Edmonds Street, Edmonds
(This Sunday, August 28th, we will meet at the Ferry Terminal at 11:30a for a walk-on-ride and picnic lunch in Kingston.)
Lunch with NNN (1:00-2:30):
September 9: Anthony’s Beach Café, Edmonds
September 23: P.F. Chang’s, Lynnwood
Coffee Chats (2:00-3:00)
August 26: Cafe Aroma, Shoreline
September 16: Café Ladro, Edmonds
September 30: Cafe Aroma, Shoreline
Games with NNN (1:00-3:00)
Host: Sharon L.
August 24, September 7 & September 21: Third Place Commons, Upper Level, Lake Forest Park
ZOOM MEETINGS
Monday Afternoon Chats: 4:00-5:00
Host: Jerry C.
What a great way to spend an early afternoon! Join host Jerry C. for lively discussions centered around a fun theme to get the ball rolling each week Themes are decided by the attendees at the end of each weekly chat. Whether you come to share your own anecdote or story about the topic or just want to listen to others, we think you’ll have fun! The rules? No controversial themes!
Click on this link to join a chat or paste this into your web browser:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2532372848?pwd=RmlBTUlCQWI1ZHpzZ2ExQ25ramRFUT09
Book Club: September 26 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Host: Eileen C.
Join host Eileen C. and other NNN members in our monthly book club meeting. Are you curious about what we read? Want to just stop by to observe? If you’re interested in learning more about the club, please contact Social@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org.
Member Only Events:
MahJong: Tuesdays from 1:00-3:00. Host: Bette B. For more information, contact Sandy@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org
Stronger Memory Alumni Group: Monday, September 12, 1:00-1:45. For more information, contact darci@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org | |
Volunteer Zoom Forums
For NNN Volunteers Only
Host: Danie B.
September 7, 5:15-6:15 p.m. and September 17, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
September Topic: All things transportation! Do you drive members? Want to know more about driving for NNN? Have tips to share or questions to ask? Join us for the NNN Volunteer team Transportation meeting. We will cover a quick refresher of the rules/processes, share tips and tricks from veteran volunteers, typical issues that come up, what you have heard from members regarding transportation, asking for help, thinking about ways to cover the need; volunteers for backups and for quick response (run to pharmacy, take to a lab, take to urgent care).
Danie B. hosts two different sessions to make attending convenient for all volunteers. These twice monthly meetings focus on the same topic, and you're welcome to attend both if you'd like to hear what others have to say. All volunteers are encouraged to join so we hear and learn from many perspectives. All NNN virtual and in-person meetings are opportunities to foster personal connections between volunteers and hear the latest team updates. Please plan to attend one or both discussions!
To join either session, follow this link to the event or paste this URL into your web browser:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2532372848?pwd=RmlBTUlCQWI1ZHpzZ2ExQ25ramRFUT09. The link is also shown on the Events Calendar on either of the meeting dates.
For more information, please contact Danie@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org. | |
Reminder: NNN is Looking for Recipes to Share!
Do you have a favorite recipe? Whether it’s your own creation or one you’ve used over the years, please share! We’d like to create our own NNN Community Cookbook in time for the winter holidays. Thanks to those who submitted a recipe already. Do it now while you’re thinking about it. Please send your recipe(s) to Social@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org by October 31, 2022. | |
Your NNN Social Committee Wants to Hear from You!
darci B. Chair, Social Committee
NNN Members and Volunteers are what make our NNN community so special. Many thanks to those of you who’ve offered ideas about what you’d like to do, learn about, and where you’d like to visit. We always try to accommodate your ideas and weave them into the fabric of our NNN activities as best we can.
We want our NNN community to reflect your interests. We’re already starting to plan for 2023. Please help guide us in the direction you’d like to go. We’re happy to hear from you by email at Social@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org.
Tip #1: You can also add your interests to your NNN Member profile. Simply sign into the website at Member Login at the upper right-hand corner. Click on the drop-down arrow for Profile and then scroll down to the bottom of the page. Look for this box and click on Interests:
Don’t miss out! Check all things that you think you’d like to know about when we offer an activity in those categories. If you don’t see something you’d like, please add it or contact Social@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.
Tip #2: The more advance notice we have about something you’d like to do, the more likely we’ll be able to find another NNN member or two with similar interests who may want to participate. And always remember to check our Events calendar on the website at least once a week to see what’s happening. | 
Birthdays in September
Join us in wishing our NNN members and volunteers born in September a very happy birthday month! We hope each of you finds something that makes you smile, as we smile with you.
Happy Birthday to:
darci B, Nancy C, Nor F, Steven G, Christina J, Joan L, Dot M, Mary M, Elaine M, Ursula R, Marisa S, George S, Kaleb S, Mike W, Tom W, Michelle W | |
Member Advice & Tips
-A few tips recommended by Colleen L.
1) Veterinarian services are out of control and unrealistic for many of us seniors. An emergency leaves us stranded with no available help! I've availed myself of this wonderful foundation's kindness and want to share it because they focus specifically on seniors who have pets and realize the difficulty in paying exorbitant rates for their beloved pet's care. The foundation can be accessed on the Internet: ¨Budkis Foundation.¨ They are wonderful and very understanding & compassionate.
2) Wal-Mart offers prescriptions and vaccines for just $4. Just had my second dose of Shingles vaccine today as well as this year's Flu shot. Total bill? $4. If you're over 65, PLEASE get your Shingrix vaccine. It's 2 doses. For one who has suffered through Shingles.... Trust me, you do NOT want this illness. It's terribly painful.
3) And...a personal one to help us stay cool, safe and calm when the heat index rises like it has been lately: I fill my old red rubber hot water bottle and freeze it. If I MUST go out, I place it in a large plastic bag, and in the car, place it behind my lower back. Amazing how it cools your whole body for a long time.
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Another option if you're staying in....have zip lock bags in both quart and gallon size handy. Wet hand towels, fold and put in gallon bags. Freeze. Use where needed. I use the lower back.
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Use the quart bags in the same way, wet/freeze... but with wash rags. This is perfect for behind your neck!
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Last but not least....a spray bottle set to 'mist'. It feels wonderful and can be sprayed on any body parts as desired or needed! Try it, you'll like it!
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Lynnwood Volunteers Wanted!
Grateful for all of the new volunteers, and inspired by the services all of our volunteers provide, we are always in need of more people to share in the effort. Currently, our emphasis is on finding more volunteers who live in Lynnwood, where many of our members reside. Spread the word if you can. If you live in or have friends in Lynwood please let them know about these events that NNN will be at to recruit volunteers and meet the community!
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Thursday, September 8th—Volunteer Information Session at the Lynnwood Library from 5:30 until 6:30p, with an optional on-the-spot Volunteer Orientation from 6:30p until 7:30p. Meeting Room (25 max capacity). Address: 19200 44th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98036.
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Friday, September 23rd—Quail Park of Lynnwood will host an NNN information session for prospective volunteers from 4pm–5pm. Information will also be presented on membership. Address: 4015 164th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98087. Registration will be required.
Fore more information on any of the mentioned events in Lynnwood or if you are interested in getting a head start with volunteering at NNN, please contact Danie at danie@northwestneighborsnetwork.org or call 253-237-2848. | NNN continues to serve our members and help them age well in their own homes. We follow the latest CDC guidelines to keep our members and volunteers safe. As always, if you need anything, please call our volunteer team at 253-237-2848 or email: Services@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org
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