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Volunteer with the LCC Being part of the Leschi Community Council means helping care for the neighborhood we share. Leschi residents are encouraged to get involved and help strengthen our community. Get in touch > How to Get Involved Community Engagement Help strengthen community engagement through our monthly meetings, events, and initiatives. Assist with smaller administrative tasks, help engage our business community, or welcome new residents to the neighborhood. Get involved Greenspaces Support Leschi parks by volunteering for work parties or help steward your favorite greenspace. Get involved Leschi News Help expand readership for our volunteer-run neighborhood newspaper! Contribute articles, help with distribution, or assist with advertisers. Get involved Public Safety Help make Leschi a safer place to live by volunteering for the Traffic Safety Committee. Get involved Sign Up for the Leschi E-Newsletter Get neighborhood news, events, and updates delivered to your inbox once or twice a month. Email Sign Up Thanks for submitting! Become a supporting member Become a supporting member or make a donation to support the Leschi Community Council Supporting Membership Supporting members can vote on council resolutions, elect board members, and will receive an annual subscription to the Leschi News. Join Donations We are a non-profit organization, and your donations contribute to our community efforts. Make a donation through our website. Donate Join the Voice of Leschi: Become a Community Council Member Today! Contribute to positive change, connect with neighbors, and shape the future of Leschi. Your voice matters—join us now! Membership

Support Leschi Your support makes our work possible: organizing community meetings and events, producing the Leschi News, and supporting local charitable initiatives. Your donation includes a Leschi News subscription. After submitting your donation, please be sure to enter your address in Step 2 to activate your Leschi News subscription. $25 $25 $50 $50 $75 $75 $100 $100 $150 $150 Other Other 0/100 Comment (optional) Donate $50 1 Donate Suggested donations are $50 annually or $25 for low income residents. Residents with higher incomes are encouraged to pay $100 annually, and businesses $150 annually. Additional one-time donations are also welcome. We appreciate your support! You may also donate by mailing a check to Leschi Community Council; 140 Lakeside Ave. Suite A #2, Seattle, WA 98122-6538 All donations are tax-deductible as we are a non-profit 501(c)(3). Our tax ID is 91-1202069. 2 Sign up to receive the Leschi News If you would like, you may sign up to receive a physical copy of the Leschi News mailed to you (included with your donation). Please note, we are only able to mail to zip codes beginning with 981– (e.g. 98144, 98122). We do not currently offer digital delivery, but past editions are available digitally in the "Leschi News" tab under "Archives". First Name Last Name Street City State Zip Email Please include your email in case we need to contact you about your subscription. Sign up for email updates: Community meetings, events, and more! Submit Thanks for submitting! 3 Attend an event Meet your neighbors and be part of the conversation. Our monthly meetings provide a platform for community engagement. Attend event

About Leschi Community Council Discover the Leschi Community Council, committed for over 50 years to enriching the vibrant life of our beloved neighborhood. Become a supporting member > Making Leschi a great place to live and visit Community Events Join us for annual community-wide events, including the ArtWalk in September, Candidate Forum in October, and Winter Gathering in December. Preserving Green Spaces Leschi boasts an abundance of parks and we actively contribute to their upkeep. We champion the development of parks and maintain Leschi’s scenic public stairways. Fiscal Support & Advocacy As the fiscal agent for grants within Leschi, we hold non-profit status and insurance, ensuring the success of community events and initiatives. The Leschi News Stay informed with The Leschi News, published 10 times a year. It's a community effort with volunteers driving content and subscribers and ads covering printing and mailing costs. All-Volunteer Board Our board and committee chairs are all volunteers. Executive board members are elected every two years. We have a range of backgrounds, but the one thing we have in common is a belief in the importance of community. We welcome you to join us! Meet the board Community News, Delivered Don't miss a beat! Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest Leschi happenings and community updates. Email Subscribe Thanks for submitting! Monthly Meetings Join us on the first Wednesday of the month (we skip July/Aug) for engaging discussions, speakers, and community-focused tasks. The Executive Board convenes on the second Tuesday monthly to keep community initiatives moving and make key decisions. Upcoming events > Get Involved Elections are held biennially in May, announced in the preceding newsletters. Committee chairs, appointed by the President, play a crucial role, with diverse committees addressing ongoing and short-term tasks. Get in touch > Shaping Leschi’s Shoreline Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Grace United Methodist Church Can you make it? RSVP LCC Legacy: Shaping Leschi for Over Half a Century Since its inception in late 1958, the Leschi Community Council (LCC) has been a driving force for positive change, uniting citizens to address pressing concerns about housing, schools, playgrounds, and public safety. Founded as the Leschi Improvement Council, our early focus was on the general improvement of the Leschi neighborhood and participation in Seattle's Urban Renewal Program. Founding Achievements: Advocacy and Transformation Under the leadership of Powell Barnett, the first president, the LCC quickly became an influential lobbying group. Early victories included substantial improvements at Leschi Elementary School, the establishment of a playground, gymnasium, and combined lunchroom/auditorium. New traffic lights along key thoroughfares, then known as Empire Way, Yesler, and Jackson, enhanced safety and accessibility. Breaking Barriers and Expanding Parks The LCC actively worked for the designation of the Garfield High School track area as Powell Barnett Park. Peppi Braxton Playground, named in honor of a beloved first-grader, expanded the community's recreational spaces. Adapting to Change: Challenges and Triumphs While some wishes took time to materialize, the LCC continued its mission with dedication. Proposals for a community center faced challenges, but the Central Area Senior Center stepped in, acting as a community hub. Ongoing support for parks, renovations in Flo Ware Park, Powell Barnett Park, and the creation of the Leschi Natural Area showcase our commitment to preserving and expanding green spaces. Community Engagement and Education The LCC's impact extends beyond physical spaces. We supported the creation of an after-school instrumental music tutoring program at Leschi Elementary, expanding to four Central Area schools. The annual rummage sale proceeds contribute to music and environmental programs. In 2009, Leschi Park celebrated its centenary, and collaborations with the Leschi Business Association brought successful annual events like the Arts & Crafts fair and Art Walk. Current Initiatives: Advocacy and Involvement Today, the LCC remains a dynamic force, advocating for the Route 27 bus, supporting Leschi Elementary School, volunteering as tutors, and maintaining relationships with the Central Area Senior Center. Our monthly programs, community cleanups, and partnerships with precinct police foster a sense of connection and safety. Preserving Leschi's Essence: Commitment to Green Spaces Our commitment to preserving and expanding green spaces is evident in ongoing activities. From the maintenance of String Of Pearls Streetend Shoreline Parks to the Leschi Natural Area, Frink Park, and Peppi's Trail, the LCC ensures the vibrancy of our natural surroundings. - Reach the community - Advertise with us Learn more

The Leschi ArtWalk is an annual event with local vendors, music and activities for kids. Leschi ArtWalk Mark your calendars for our 10th annual ArtWalk on Saturday, Sept 14th, 2024 from 11am-4pm . Join us for music, food, unique vendors, activities for kids and more! Vendors should submit an online application here . The registration deadline is Sept 7th. $35 non refundable check, PayPal or money order required for registration. Come enjoy this free, family-friendly, outdoor event. Lots of local artists, three live musical groups, and activities for children. Located in Leschi along Lakeside Ave between the BluWater Bistro (102 Lakeside Ave) and Park Postal. Link to Facebook event . Local artists include L C Pitre, local Central District artist who studied under Jacob Lawrence, Lanier’s Fine Candies whose motto is “everything’s better when it’s covered in chocolate,” fabulous wooden bowls, several wonderful jewelers, writers and other great booths. Fun for children including games, a magician, big slide, face painting, temporary tattoos, and other activities. We have a great musical line-up as well: Dysfunctional Bluegrass Band, featuring some of Seattle’s finest bluegrass musicians will be creating fantastic music for us from noon to one. Well known marimba ensemble, Vawachi II, plays high energy dance music in a Zimbabwean-style from 3-4pm. Leschi is a diverse and dynamic Seattle community with a small but mighty “downtown” that borders Lake Washington. The event is sponsored by the Leschi Community Council and supported by the BluWater Bistro, The Leschi Market, Park Postal and other local businesses.

Bringing the Community Together Leschi community meetings and events help connect neighbors and create space to learn, share, and take action. Coming Up Join us in creating memories and strengthening bonds in our beloved neighborhood! Shaping Leschi’s Shoreline Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM Grace United Methodist Church, 722 30th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144, USA What’s happening along Leschi’s shoreline—and what’s coming next? Speakers will share updates on major shoreline and pier improvements, plans for marina redevelopment, and how shoreline street ends are being cared for and improved by both the City and community members. RSVP Leschi Community Council March Board Meeting Mar 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Seattle, TBD Monthly board meeting, open to Leschi community members. RSVP Building Safer Streets in Leschi Apr 01, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM Grace United Methodist Church, 722 30th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144, USA This meeting will focus on traffic safety in Leschi, with space for updates, conversation, and community input. Join us to learn what’s emerging, share concerns, and help shape next steps for making our streets safer. RSVP A Conversation with City Council President Joy Hollingsworth May 06, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM Grace United Methodist Church, 722 30th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144, USA Join us for a community conversation with Seattle City Council President Joy Hollingsworth! RSVP Stay Updated, Stay Engaged Receive our newsletter for timely updates, community events, and ways to get involved in Leschi. Enter your email here Subscribe Thanks!

Important updates and news directly from the Leschi Community Council. Important updates Supporting Peppi’s Woods: Grant Submitted for Interpretive Kiosk at Peppi’s Playground Nikola Davidson New Year’s Resolutions the S.M.A.R.T. Way Michele McCauley Bringing the Central District’s History to Life: An Evening with Stephanie Johnson-Toliver Diane Aboulafia Looking Ahead: Connection, Learning, and Community in Leschi in 2026 Leschi Council Broma Bakery’s Funfetti Cookies Ashley Martin "For the Birds": Music, Poetry, and Climate Awareness in Leschi Nikola Davidson 1 2 3 4 5 All Articles (897) 897 posts council (224) 224 posts reviews (166) 166 posts events (135) 135 posts community meetings (93) 93 posts art reviews (87) 87 posts people (88) 88 posts editorials (59) 59 posts restaurant reviews (62) 62 posts Executive Board minutes (54) 54 posts community news (60) 60 posts wine reviews (49) 49 posts parks (59) 59 posts President's Message (45) 45 posts weather (43) 43 posts businesses (37) 37 posts book reviews (30) 30 posts commentary (24) 24 posts moorage (21) 21 posts history (34) 34 posts gardening (18) 18 posts schools (19) 19 posts activities (19) 19 posts important updates (98) 98 posts sights (12) 12 posts safety (15) 15 posts volunteering (15) 15 posts climate (7) 7 posts LURC (6) 6 posts housing (8) 8 posts transportation (4) 4 posts transportation (3) 3 posts movie reviews (3) 3 posts reviews (5) 5 posts

Leschi from Past to Present Discover the stories that shaped our neighborhood and explore the vibrant businesses that contribute to its unique character. Join us on a journey through the past and present of Leschi Leschi is a vibrant lakeside community with exceptional access to Lake Washington, parks, and open space. Situated between the two bridges that span Lake Washington, Leschi is a landscape sculpted by ancient glaciers, featuring steep hills and valleys in lower Leschi and breathtaking views of the lake and Mt. Rainier in upper Leschi. Established in 1958, the Leschi Community Council has united neighbors around housing, schools, parks, public safety, and a shared commitment to community and place. Access to Leschi is facilitated by public transportation. Metro Bus #27 connects to the lakefront area, while upper Leschi enjoys additional options such as Metro Bus #14 on Jackson and Bus #8 along Martin Luther King Jr. Way. Bus #3 runs on Cherry St., the northern boundary of Leschi, providing a route to downtown. Businesses Leschi Market Mom-&-pop veteran grocer with a butcher shop, fresh produce & deli also selling beer & wine. Pablo y Pablo Relaxed hangout offering New American eats in a hip room near the lake & marina. The Polka Dot Jersey A friendly, customer-centered bike shop. Your hub for road and mountain bike service and sales. BluWater Bistro Cozy bistro with lake views serving food & cocktails, from weekend brunch to late happy hours. SOL Yoga Heated studio with a challenging and athletic practice designed to leave you feeling strong, and free of stress. Daniel's Broiler Premium steakhouse serving surf 'n' turf in a converted 1919 boathouse with mountain & water views. This is just a small list. Check out the map below for more. >> Leschi's charm extends to its small business district along Lake Washington/Lakeside Ave. The neighborhood is home to Leschi Elementary School and the Central Area Senior Center, offering a million-dollar view of the lake, the I-90 bridge, the Cascades, and Mt. Rainier, available for event rentals. Originally described as a "charming place...almost like a country place in the city," Leschi retains its appeal with parks and green hills. Despite changes since early settlers displaced native peoples, reminders of the Nisqually tribe's heritage endure, from Chief Leschi's name to motifs at Leschi School and the Chief Leschi trail in Frink Park. Leschi's history includes a transition from Nisqually summer encampments for fishing and berry-picking to logging in the 19th century. The area became a suburban retreat with amenities like an amusement park, zoo, dance pavilion, and ferry landing. By 1910, Leschi Park attracted city residents seeking leisure and scenic water views. As Seattle expanded, Leschi became less remote. Leschi Elementary School was established in 1909, and the cable car service was replaced by a bus in the late 1930s. Today, families utilize Bus #27 for a quick downtown commute, and Leschi remains a desirable destination with marinas, parks, waterfront restaurants, and hidden stairways showcasing architectural diversity. Get the Inside Scoop! Join our newsletter for exclusive insights, event invites, and Leschi happenings delivered to your inbox. Enter your email here Subscribe Thanks! Visit Leschi Leschi invites visitors to explore its trails, savor the views, dine in lakeside restaurants, and experience a neighborhood that beckons you to stay for a day or perhaps a lifetime.

Meet the current Board of the Leschi Community Council (LCC) Meet the Executive Board Get to know the folks leading the way in Leschi. Learn about our Executive Board members and their role in making positive changes in our community. Current Board Ashley Martin President leschicouncil@gmail.com Nikola Davidson Vice-President leschivp@gmail.com Open Secretary Matthias Linnenkamp Treasurer leschitreasurer@gmail.com Committees Committee chairs are appointed by the President(s) and are considered members of the Board. Anyone who holds two positions is entitled to only one vote in Board decisions. Jim Davidson Traffic Safety Ritzy Davidson Editor, Leschi News newsleschi@gmail.com John Barber Parks and Greenspace Bylaws LCC Constitution & Bylaws.pdf Finances LCC Treasury Report 2023.pdf Advertising Leschi News Advertising Specs.pdf Shape Leschi's Future with Us As we navigate each new year, Leschi Community Council addresses resident concerns, fostering a thriving, connected community. Your involvement strengthens Leschi—join, contribute, and build our vibrant future together!

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A Decade of Community Stories Unveiled Delve into history with our extensive archive, housing over ten years of The Leschi News. Explore community stories, events, and milestones that have shaped Leschi. Order The Leschi News > Leschi News Archives Take a nostalgic journey through the pages that capture the essence of our vibrant neighborhood over the years. Explore the many stories, events, and community moments in Leschi through the past year's archived issues. February 2026 March 2026 January 2025 February 2025 March 2025 April 2025 May 2025 June 2025 September 2025 October 2025 November 2025 December 2025 - Reach the community - Advertise with us Learn more 2024 December 2024 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024 June 2024 May 2024 April 2024 March 2024 February 2024 January 2024 2020 December 2020 November 2020 October 2020 September 2020 June 2020 May 2020 April 2020 March 2020 February 2020 January 2020 2016 December 2016 November 2016 October 2016 September 2016 June 2016 May 2016 April 2016 March 2016 February 2016 January 2016 2023 December 2023 November 2023 October 2023 September 2023 June 2023 May 2023 April 2023 March 2023 February 2023 January 2023 2019 December 2019 November 2019 October 2019 September 2019 June 2019 May 2019 April 2019 March 2019 February 2019 January 2019 2015 December 2015 November 2015 October 2015 September 2015 June 2015 May 2015 April 2015 March 2015 February 2015 January 2015 2022 December 2022 November 2022 October 2022 September 2022 June 2022 May 2022 April 2022 March 2022 February 2022 January 2022 2018 December 2018 November 2018 October 2018 September 2018 June 2018 May 2018 April 2018 March 2018 February 2018 January 2018 2014 December 2014 November 2014 October 2014 September 2014 2021 December 2021 November 2021 October 2021 September 2021 June 2021 May 2021 April 2021 March 2021 February 2021 January 2021 2017 December 2017 November 2017 October 2017 September 2017 June 2017 May 2017 April 2017 March 2017 February 2017 January 2017

The local newspaper for the Leschi community of Seattle, WA. Leschi News: Your Local Newspaper We publish the Leschi News , one of Seattle’s longest-running neighborhood newspapers. The Leschi News' mission is to strengthen community connection in Leschi by providing reliable local news, amplifying neighborhood voices, and fostering civic engagement. Subscribe to Leschi News Button Supporting Peppi’s Woods: Grant Submitted for Interpretive Kiosk at Peppi’s Playground Jan 29 New Year’s Resolutions the S.M.A.R.T. Way Jan 29 Bringing the Central District’s History to Life: An Evening with Stephanie Johnson-Toliver Jan 29 Read the latest stories from Leschi News Articles Button Explore historical issues of Leschi News Archives - Reach the community - Advertise with us Learn more