Don’t miss Leschi’s 8th Annual ArtWalk on Saturday, September 14 from 11am–4pm. We have many new artists demonstrating their work and many of our past favorites as well. There is artist designed jewelry, fine wooden bowls, prints, leather work, block prints and watercolors. And don’t miss Lanier’s Fine Candies; they make great gifts! Children’s activities will be across the street in Leschi Park with the thrilling giant slide, a face painter, a dance workshop and crafts and games. On our stage will be three bands: Opepo, Eli Meissner Jazz Duo and the popular Brazilian jazz group, The Rio Thing. The talented Washington Diamonds Drill Team will demonstrate their skills in the afternoon; you will see why they are award winners! Visit the Leschi Community Council table to see historic 1899 photos of the Leschi Park. Leschi Park was a destination place for city-dwellers looking to escape the summer heat. They came to the Dance Pavilion to see Sarah Bernhardt perform; to listen to concert bands at the Leschi Park band stand. There is a photo of a caged black bear in an early attempt to start a zoo. You will see a photo of the cable car they would ride from downtown to Leschi Pier, a thrilling ride indeed! When we started the ArtWalk eight years ago, we never envisioned so many years! In many ways, it’s a success. We have attracted many new artists this year and we were overwhelmed with musicians wanting to play. But the Planning Committee has dwindled in numbers and now we find it will be difficult to do this another year without new volunteers. We need some fresh faces who can pick up the reins; you don’t have to reinvent anything. There is a process in place; we just need dedicated folks to carry on this work! If interested, contact LeschiNews@comcast.net. ~Diane Snell

Leschi resident and recent Whitman graduate, Cello Lockwood, won a Watson Fellowship which allows her to travel globally to see how climate change is affecting horses. We will follow her travels in the Leschi News. Her first stop is Ireland. Days in Dublin The first two weeks in Ireland have provided a wholesome preview to the coming 11 ½ months, featuring an impressive array of ups and down, surprising connections, wonderful new friends, lots of opportunities to learn about horses and horse cultures, and the birth of more questions at every turn. My excited arrival in Dublin was immediately halted when the border patrol officer, unimpressed with my enthusiastic explanation of my un-structured itinerary for exploring her country, cut my intended 60 day stay in half. Deflated, I decided I deserved to splurge on a taxi ride to my first Airbnb… and thank goodness I did! My cab driver, Timmy, quickly made up for the less-than-warm welcome as he enthusiastically offered to connect me with his best friend who is one of the top dressage trainers in the country. We gave Karen Raleigh a ring as we wound through downtown Dublin, and she immediately invited me to visit her. (Upon telling this story, everyone exclaims “how Irish!”) [Spoiler Alert: I had a lovely cuppa at Karen’s two weeks later and it turns out she trained under Jeff Moore, the dressage maestro who my trainer, Bryan Beymer, is also a loyal student of. A brilliant small world moment thanks to a taxi ride.] The first few days in the city were spent searching for ways to entertain myself as I waited for the commencement of the internationally famed Dublin Horse Show. I visited the National Museum, and for the first time in my life, felt productive in a museum as I meandered the halls solely paying attention to any artifacts that were equine-related. On display were the ornate bits (mostly snaffles) from the Late Bronze Age/Early Iron age that were used for processions and ceremonies as well as for draught horses harnessed to wheeled vehicles. There were also many hand-crafted metal spurs (introduced by the Vikings), but surprisingly no stirrups. An evening Google session led me to discover that Irish warriors were known for riding without saddles or stirrups in battle, they were often bareback and barefoot. Stirrups were invented in the Middle Ages to help anchor a knight to his horse as he charged into battle, allowing him to use his horses’ momentum as shock power as he braced his weapon against his enemies. The Irish riders, on the other hand, were lightly armed and steered battles away from open plains and into the forests and bogs where their sturdy mounts, predecessors of the Connemara Pony, could traverse much more easily than the stockier mounts of the opponents. Foreign knights also had a much more trying time navigating their large weapons, such as spears and javelins, in the tangle of the forest. A lovely day was spent in the National Library drinking up specialized equine literature. I poured through breeding bibles by various Irish men who preached the importance of maintaining the Irish Sport horse bloodlines and claimed the popularity of continental warmbloods to be sinful. I managed to snuff out some interesting economic data about government involvement in breeding programs but ended the day dwelling on the gender disparity of historical horse-related records—there were no female authors in the catalogue on the subject. Being a devoted sustainable fashion advocate, I couldn’t resist stopping by Ruby Ruby, a sophisticated second-hand shop tucked away behind Trinity College. The small boutique felt like home after working at Jules all summer (the fantastic designer-consignment store in Madrona, Seattle). When I mentioned to Laura, the kind New Yorker behind the counter, that I was in Ireland to study horse cultures, she exclaimed the phrase that is honey to my ears “I have someone you need to be in contact with.” She rang up Suzanne Macdougald on the spot. Suzanne is involved in multiple facets of the horse world, and her sister runs the Dublin Horse Show. I left the shop with my second exceptional and unexpected contact in Ireland and a new “lucky ascot.” Coming soon, I’ll explain why I haven’t taken my lucky ascot off since... Stay tuned for the next post in which I will attempt to offer a glimpse into the sensation that is the Dublin Horse Show. ~Cello Lockwood

Hello Leschi Friends, It is hard to believe we are on the edge of the Fall season. We will be resuming programs beginning in October, our normal meeting days of the first Wednesday of the month. October 2, 2019 will be a candidate forum commencing at 7pm. We are working on confirming the candidates who will be attending. We want to bring programs of interest to you and would love to hear topics that you would enjoy. I would really like to encourage your participation in the Leschi Community Council if you feel you have a little time to contribute. As with many volunteer positions, responsibilities can tax those giving their time. The weight is lighter when shared with more hands. Please let one of us know if you can carve out a bit of time to keep our Council vibrant and informative. As we begin to get ready for the fall season, and put away our water toys, make it a point to get to know one neighbor a month. Many people are hesitant to reach out and an engaged neighborhood has its own special energy and cohesiveness. And finally, please come and support our 8th Annual Leschi ArtWalk on September 14th. We have some exciting new vendors in additional to local artists that love showcasing their talents. And we are looking for additional volunteers to help the Leschi ArtWalks in the future. Respectfully submitted, Janice Merrill Brown, President of LCC Attention: Students Who Need Community Service Hours! Volunteer for the ArtWalk day; tasks are light, but we have lost our three usual student volunteers as they have family obligations. If you can volunteer for that day, please contact leschinews@comcast.net. No heavy lifting!

May 6, 2019 Janet Treasury report; little change from last month. Janice Randall Spahn unable to attend June meeting to collect the Star award; but his partner Buzz will be there, and both can be given to him. June meeting features State Senator Rebecca Saldaña who will be answering the Board’s submitted questions and others from audience. Following the Senator will be Joseph Eselbaum, the East Precinct’s new crime prevention coordinator. John Neighbors are taking on a triangular patch in Leschi Park which is being overrun with weeds. SDOT helping with mowing. King St. street-end is more closed than others. Twenty persons were asked about the site; 17 out of 20 liked it and 3 loved it. John said he had been following the pollution guide (Seattle Times) which has been high, but only during the week!? Neighbors complaining that the path that runs along Frink and Leschi Park is not safe. It is heavily used by walkers, joggers and parents pushing strollers. Neighbors complain about speeding cars but Lake WA Blvd very curvy at that point and cars tend to slow down. Diane suggested that delineating it more clearly as a path by using bollards or even a short (in height) fence might alleviate the situation rather than taking the path away altogether. Concerns about Marina management which features speed boats in their advertising. Parks had indicated two years ago, that the managing entity should be working with the neighborhood but that has not happened. John, Kate and Diane Morris picked out a special rose as LCC’s memorial to Joyce Muskelly. It will be planted Tuesday afternoon at 3pm in the circle bed in front of the Senior Center. Diane Wine tasting results: Ticket sales of $1140 were given to the Senior Center. Not all expenses are known yet. News deadline: May 20. Board members are asked to submit their memories of Joyce Muskelly to include in the June issue. Website corrections: A Leschi resident was unable to find information about May meeting on the website. Board members are asked to review the website as though you were a newcomer and note what you would like to see changed. We can ask website creator to make changes this summer when the newsletter is not being produced. PayPal: Leschi resident paid dues to PayPal but had to contact editor to say his label was not updated. This is because PayPal doesn’t tell us when any money goes into the account. Janet to check with Yousef on how to handle this. ArtWalk recap: Six artists have responded to call for early registration. LCC needs to pay ArtWalk for 2 booths: LCC booth and one for voter registration. ~Respectfully submitted by Diane Snell

Editor’s note: We welcome back Malcolm Harker who recently reviewed the Hi-Spot and we apologize for attempting to rename him Matthew…very sorry. For those seeking to gain both elevation and calories, ascending from Leschi to Madrona can tick both boxes. A visit to the Madrona Arms at 34th & Union is well worth while even if you don’t have boxes to tick. Peter the owner has Northern Irish roots, reflected in his choice of vegetables, including Roasted Veggie Pizza (anyone for carrots and sweet potatoes?) plus Irish Nachos and Ques O’Dilla for you Mexican-Irish Americans. Our favorite is the Flat Iron Steak with Chipotle Mashed Potatoes and more of those delicious Root Veggies, which also make an appearance in the Guinness Beef Stew. You can have Guinness without the stew too. Or you can enjoy the weekly Taco Tuesday event, for as little as $2 (you’ll have to rustle up an extra buck if you need the beef). The $6 margaritas are unforgettable unless you order another. The unsolved mystery is why Arms? The “coat of arms” is a heraldic device which features in British pub names. Madrona is a neighborhood and a tree. Whatever next: The Western Red Cedar Arms? The Sitka Spruce Arms? Perhaps, you’ll ponder these and other mysteries while sipping your Guinness. Madrona Arms Mon–Fri: 11am–midnight; Sat–Sun: 9am–midnight 1138 34th Ave, 206-739-5104 madronaarms.com ~Malcolm Harker

Summer is upon us Leschi! The cold, snow and rain finally give way to warmer days, shorter nights, buzzing Blue Angels, barbecues and more! No matter what you are up to down here by the lake, Leschi Market will have you covered all summer long: meat and fish for the grill, the freshest of summer fruits and veggies, and the best wine selection you could ask for! Here are some sizzling summer wines to check out. We wish everyone a safe and happy summer. Cheers! RED 2015 Carpineto Chianti Classico Riserva ($26) “Smells like a little Cabernet Sauvignon enhancing the Sangiovese in this black currant and cherry-flavored red. Cedar, thyme, iron and sanguine notes round out the palate as this cruise to a lingering aftertaste. Shows excellent structure and balance.” ~Wine Spectator, 94-points. 2017 Leschi Cellars Pinot Noir Willamette Valley ($19.99) “Leschi Cellars is proud to introduce Pinot Noir to our stable of wines. This one of a kind Pinot Noir accurately captures the elegance and complexity created by the volcanic soils of Oregon. The blackberry and cherry aromas give way to finely developed tannins, mushroom and earth on the lengthy, dry Burgundian finish. A great match for Northwest salmon or Leschi Market’s roast chicken.” ~Winemaker notes. 2017 Le Fraghe Bardolino Veneto ($13.99) This soulful Italian red wine from the Veneto. The much less famous neighbor of Valpolicella. Bardolino is the sleeper appellation using similar grape varieties. Bright red fruit is marked by whispers of cinnamon, leather, and dusty earth. A nice wine for pizza, pasta, earthy Italian cheese and charcuterie. Organic. White 2018 Big Salt White Table Wine Oregon ($16.99) Founded in 2011 by husband-and-wife duo John House and Ksenija Kostic. They set off to investigate the myriad terroirs of Oregon. They have found sites with blustery Pacific winds, extreme diurnal shifts, and rocky, well-draining soils. Their work is among the most compelling white winemaking throughout the Pacific Northwest. 2017 Leitz “Dragonstone” Riesling Rheingau Germany ($16.99) “While Johannes’ dry wines solidified his reputation in Germany and throughout Europe, no other wine made him as popular in the US as did Dragonstone. Coming from the Rüdesheimer Drachenstein, the pure quartzite soil, being a silicate, lends a saltiness to the orange citrus-flavored wine which buers the acidity and counterbalances the palpable sugar.” ~Importer notes. Rosé 2018 Diving into Hampton Water Rosé Languedoc ($22.99) Music icon Jon Bon Jovi and legendary French winemaker Gérard Bertrand have joined forces to launch this Rosé. They shared a vision in uniting the essence of the relaxed lifestyles of the Hamptons (where Jon Bon Jovi’s family lives) and the South of France. The wine is described as a fresh and lively Rosé, with distinctive minerality, featuring Grenache, Cinsault and Mourvèdre. 2018 Tranche Cellars Pink Pape Rosé Yakima Valley ($18.99) “Pale salmon in color. Delicate aromas of mountain berry, white peach, citrus blossom and honeydew. The wine is bright and focused on the palate, with fresh citrus and stone fruit qualities underscored by a wet stone-like minerality. Driving acidity provides excellent focus and direction, drawing out the palate to a lingering, mouthwatering finish.” ~Winemaker notes. A Leschi Favorite! 2018 Ameztoi Rubentis Txakolina Spain ($18 “Ignacio Ameztoi constitutes the seventh generation to carry on the tradition of making Txakolina. The wines are fermented in stainless steel and bottled with residual carbonic acid that gives the wine its natural spritz. Fine and sophisticated fragrance accompanied with notes of citrus and menthol. Harmonious in the mouth, freshness that reminds you the strawberry sour caramel, tasting cheerful because of its bubbles.” ~Winemaker notes. 2018 Domaine Saint André de Figuière Rosé Provence ($13.99) “Le Saint André Rosé is intended to be light, invigorating and easy-to-enjoy. Aromas and flavors of peach, orange skin and white flowers are accented by refreshing acidity and a salty minerality thanks to the influence of the sea. A soft profile made from a blend of Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah and Cabernet-Sauvignon.” ~Winemaker notes. 2018 Cedergreen Cellars Viola Rosé Columbia Valley ($13.99) “Our Viola Rosé is a classic blend of Gamay Noir and Cabernet Franc. We were smitten by the aromatics of this Rose’ and found examples of similar blends from the Loire. Great minds and all. Flavors reminiscent of bright crushed strawberries and raspberries combine with deep floral notes of lilac and violets. San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Gold 2019. Enjoy!” ~Kevin Cedergreen, Winemaker notes. Kenneth Benner, a Seattle area native, is a trained chef and has worked in such restaurants as Barbacoa, B.O.K.A. Kitchen + Bar, and Dahlia Lounge. Ken is the wine buyer at Leschi Market. He has a passion for learning, a meticulous palate, and a tenacity for searching out the best for his customers while offering some of the most highly coveted wines in the area. His wine column is intended to inspire and explore new choices in wine, learn about wine with his readers, and share his knowledge and experiences in the wine world. Check out the latest at www.LeschiMarket.com or request to be added to email updates or send questions, comments, or suggestions to ken@leschimarket.com and follow the wine department directly on twitter at twitter.com/leschimarket .

Mark your calendars and don’t miss our 8th Annual Leschi ArtWalk! SAT, Sept. 14, 1–4pm Held in the Leschi community business district. More details to come...

Birds of the West An Artist’s Guide by Molly Hashimoto This is an exquisite book! It would be a wonderful gift for either a bird lover or an artist. Author Hashimoto has illustrated this book with both watercolors and wood block prints. She discusses her techniques for both and using one of the thoughtful quotes in this book, she answers the question: which art medium is best for birds? “The impulse to paint comes neither from observation nor from the soul (which is probably blind) but from an encounter: the encounter between painter and model.” ~John Berger Once she has discussed the technique, she divides the birds into locales: one’s backyard and the city, wetland and pond, shoreline and beach, meadow and grassland, desert, forest and Alpine and tundra. Concentrating on the backyard as these are most familiar to me, her woodblocks of the robin and the rufous hummingbird reminded me that I had not yet seen a robin this year. They are always plentiful once our blueberries begin to bear fruit but have been strangely absent so far. The hummingbird has been spotted quickly flitting from one bush to another and just recently discovered the hanging fuchsia basket that arrived in time for Mother’s Day. The Northern flicker is also captured in a wood block print; they have already been present in sight and in sound as they hammer away at some object trying to attract a female. An ordinary human like me would think that the flicker’s striking appearance would be enough, but female flickers want more! The Great Blue Heron turns up in the shoreline and beach section and is illustrated as a dramatic wood block print with Mt. Rainier appropriately in the background. The Stellar Jay is in the forest and woodland section, but this is also a backyard favorite. We see them daily and hear them when we stray outside too early for their comfort. The Black-capped Chickadee is portrayed amidst a colorful dahlia display. We were used to seeing them at our deck where the feeder was filled with black sunflower seeds and it didn’t matter how many folks were on the deck talking; their love of sunflower seeds outweighed the possible danger of humans. These are a few of my favorites but she has so many more. And she lists other book resources and retail outlets for art materials. She teaches watercolor painting and printmaking workshops in Seattle and points farther north. “I once had a sparrow alight on my shoulder for a moment while hoeing in a village garden, and I felt I was more distinguished by that circumstance than I should have been by any epaulet I could have worn.” ~Henry David Thoreau, Walden ~Diane Snell Editor’s note: The Seward Park Audubon Center has a 2-day bird event June 15–16. Go to sewardpark.audubon.org for more information and registration.

Spending an afternoon at the Wa Na Wari Center, a home for Black art, stories, and connection in Seattle’s Central District was an experience of a positive Black institution, showcasing the cultural creative genius of Black people. Wa Na Wari Center is the brain child of Inye Wokoma, Elisha Johnson, Rachel, and Jill Freiberg, and they have done a great job. Wa Na Wari means “Our Home” in Kalabari. Co-founder, Inye Wokoma, is Kalabari through his father’s lineage. The name Wa Na Wari evokes a sense of purpose and intention to remain present in a place we consider home. The Center opened its doors on April 5 of this year. One of the strongest pieces that was bought to the table is the house that has been in Inye’s family for 67 years. It is the foundation and home of The Center. There was a workshop on Saturday, May 18, at The Center. It was coordinated by Davida Ingram of the Public Library and facilitated by Edgar Arceneaux and Damion Hayes. The Library of Black Lies: The Interactive Workshop went very well, and I enjoyed myself; about 20 people from the neighborhood showed up for the event. It was a beautiful day in The Hood. Wa Na Wari Center Fri–Sun, 11am–5pm 911 24th Ave, Seattle WA 98122 wanawari.org

Fashion? Seattle? Clara Berg, Collections Specialist for Costumes and Textiles, started her introduction to the latest exhibition at MOHAI, with the response she got when she said she was curating a show on Seattle fashion. I must admit that I have often felt that way myself, especially after moving here from Dallas, Texas where women are extremely fashion conscious and well groomed. But now I see how wrong I was. We not only have fashion—we have invented a lot of fashion! Of course, a good percentage of our inventions are outdoor wear. Nordstrom, the major sponsor of the exhibition, began when John W. Nordstrom made money in Alaska during the Gold Rush. As we all know he started out with shoes. Clothing did not come until the 1960s. Eddie Bauer developed the down jacket after he had a near death experience. Ski and hiking outfits for women, use of Gore-Tex for jackets, the development of fleece from recycled plastic bottles (is that still true?), grunge, and those amazing Utilikilts! We have lots of fashion in Seattle. And we also have our share in high fashion clothing. As we enter the show at MOHAI, we first see a batik patterned jacket by John Doyle Bishop worn when he was nationally recognized as one of the 100 most fashionable men in America in 1967. Setting the fashion/function theme of the show, Doyle’s jacket is juxtaposed to a wool ski ensemble from 1948 designed by the Seattle Wool Company. Salish Pattern Wool Blanket, 2018. Louie Gong, maker. Eighth Generation, maker and retailer. © MOHAI Collection Hi fashion continues into the presence. Luly Yang Couture creates unique dresses with luscious fabrics and patterns. Included in the exhibition is her Blue Morpho Gown , a cascade of fabric sparkling with crystals and a blue butterfly motif. In contrast, contemporary Indigenous artist and founder of the store 8th Gen Louie Gong contributed a boldly patterned wool blanket cape of wool. There are four cleverly organized sections: Nature and Place, Growth and Aspiration, Northwest Casual, Innovators and Rule Breakers. In each section we have a mix of eras, styles, ideas, and types of garments that dazzle us with color, and designs. I suggest wandering around to allow surprises to come upon you unexpectedly. One of the more prosaic styles, a skirt and blouse, caught my eye with its Seattle Center inspired patterns, the Space Needle, Monorail etc, created in honor of our World’s Fair. A peculiar looking black dress turned out to be a 1907 sidesaddle riding habit. Interspersed throughout the four sections, you can discover elaborate hats, such as “The Fascinator” of 1950s by Ethel Young and the “two-toned oxfords” shoes from 1930s Nordstrom. In honor of today’s tech culture, we have the “Cellular Automata” knit scarf of 2018 by KnitYak featuring computer programming code! Enhancing the garments is a video from the Wing Luke Museum on the Asian women who worked in the garment industry here, and a short clip of a Black fashion show sponsored by Vogue. One of the most prominent of the photographs posted throughout the exhibition was DeCharlene Williams, a well-known mover and shaker as well as fashion maven in the Central District until her death in 2018. She is listed as a member of the Advisory Committee for the exhibition. I commend Clara Berg and MOHAI for ensuring diversity in the exhibition. I am sure their collection is dominated by the gifts of beautiful clothes from elite women. But Fashion/Function embraces many communities in Seattle, from a replica of the cedar hat worn by Chief Seattle woven by his descendant to the African inspired cape worn by the Reverend Samuel B. McKinney. The museum is also having some great workshops with the exhibition. We already missed a few, but on June 1 is (Re)Fashion Clothing Repair Fair , on June 22, Behind the Seams: Fashioning the Ideal Body, and on June 26, Cocktails and Clothing: Designing Sustainable Fashion . Museum of History and Industry “Seattle Style Fashion/Function,” through Oct 14, 2019 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle WA, 98109, 206-324-1126 mohai.org ~Susan Platt www.artandpoliticsnow.com

My article in last month’s Leschi News can bear some tweaking. To retrieve your copy, go to www.leschicommunitycouncil.org/newsletter-archives. Several years of the Leschi News can be found there. Or, the article can be found by entering “archive” in the search box at the bottom of the first page of the Leschi Community Council website. It is on page 8 of the May issue. Due either to some updates in the Library’s web pages or my inattention, my earlier guide for finding the Library’s movie and TV streaming instructions should be simplified and expanded a bit. On your computer or laptop, you can Google “SPL” for the Library’s web page, click the “Books & Media” tab at the top left and choose the “Movies & TV” selection on the drop-down list. Cranking down a bit, you will find the Access Video, Hoopla and Kanopy streaming services. Access Video includes a large library of documentary and art films, HBO and A&E features and interesting independent productions from around the world. Clicking on each service provides full instructions for using them. Each service provides a “help” button. To the right of the list of services is more detailed information for each on the use of computers, phones and tablets with the varying operating systems. Included here is a great deal of detailed instruction for mirroring the video stream from digital devices onto your TV screen. Since my last article, I have learned that Hoopla, like Kanopy, can be entered (also with a one-time code entry) as a regular Roku channel. This process, I believe, can also be applied for the Fire TV and Apple TV wireless streaming services. These services, however, like Roku, require a subscription fee and include necessary wireless boxes or “sticks” that can be expensive. On the other hand, if you don’t have one of these services, you can still view the material on your larger TV screen by using an HDMI cord to connect your digital device with an HDMI jack equipped TV. You may need a supplementary connecting cord to manage this. Wireless dongles are also available. You need to read carefully to be sure which dongle your computer, tablet or phone can use. There is a range of prices for them and a wide range of performance too, so look up the product reviews. If you want to venture into the world of dongles, I would suggest reading the Wikipedia articles on Airplay and Miracast. ~Jim Snell

At our May meeting, we honored these stars of our community with the Leschi Shooting Star award. Cara Ross, Leschi business owner (Blue Heron Healing Arts) for her 8-year role as a planner and now a grant writer for the Leschi ArtWalk. After watching us struggle for funds, she submitted and won a grant from the Office of Arts & Culture for $1300 for TWO years! Thank you, Cara! Maisha Barnett who planned and sought funding for the restoration of Powell Barnett Park (named for her grandfather). She invited the neighborhood children to help select the playground equipment which has made it a nationally recognized park. More recently she worked with other groups to obtain adult exercise equipment; now parents can work out while keeping an eye on their children. Thank you, Maisha! She remains busy working on Jimi Hendrix Park! Katy Busby and Jennifer Marquardt were recognized for their ongoing work as volunteers at Leschi School. Jennifer dreamed up the Giving Garland which helps families in need and Katy created a Jog-A-Thon for school fundraising! They both spend many hours every month helping to make Leschi School a success; thank you both!