BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bellevue LifeSpring - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Bellevue LifeSpring X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bellevue LifeSpring REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250429T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250429T131500 DTSTAMP:20250212T195928Z CREATED:20250123T021319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T195928Z UID:4762-1745928000-1745932500@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:2025 Step Up to the Plate Benefit Luncheon DESCRIPTION:One in four Bellevue School District students is experiencing poverty. Join your colleagues\, neighbors\, and local leaders at the Step Up to the Plate Benefit Luncheon to learn about the challenges facing the Bellevue community and discover how you can make an impact. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE LUNCHEON URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/2025-luncheon/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Plate.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250326T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250326T190000 DTSTAMP:20250326T192950Z CREATED:20250313T201949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T192950Z UID:4944-1743004800-1743015600@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Sip\, Shop\, and Share DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed due to the forecast. Stay tuned for a new date. \n\n\n\nBellevue LifeSpring Board Member Michelle Bomberger is co-hosting a networking and shopping event for women business owners at Kitchen & Market on Wednesday\, March 26\, from 4 to 7 p.m. \n\n\n\n10% of all sales proceeds will be donated to Bellevue LifeSpring! \n\n\n\nPlease see the flyer below for more details. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/sip-shop-and-share-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250227T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250227T193000 DTSTAMP:20250211T205813Z CREATED:20250211T205647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T205813Z UID:4862-1740677400-1740684600@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Family Workshop with ICHS (International Community Health Center) - Presented in English DESCRIPTION:Bellevue families are invited to explore ICHS services at Highland Middle School and get expert guidance on navigating the healthcare system. The ICHS team will help families understand their available services\, walk through the Medicaid process\, and clarify what is federally covered and what is not. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will be held both in person and with the option to join virtually via Zoom. \n\n\n\nAttend in Person from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at our Bellevue Family Hub at Highland Middle School OR attend virtually via Zoom from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nSnacks and childcare provided for the in-person session. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/family-workshop-with-ichs-international-community-health-center-presented-in-english/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/b6a4d298-230b-0aed-8360-a1e05a323adb.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250226T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250226T193000 DTSTAMP:20250211T205806Z CREATED:20250211T204921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T205806Z UID:4860-1740591000-1740598200@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Family Workshop with ICHS (International Community Health Center) - Presented in Spanish DESCRIPTION:Bellevue families are invited to explore ICHS services at Highland Middle School and get expert guidance on navigating the healthcare system. The ICHS team will help families understand their available services\, walk through the Medicaid process\, and clarify what is federally covered and what is not. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will be held both in person and with the option to join virtually via Zoom. \n\n\n\nAttend in Person from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at our Bellevue Family Hub at Highland Middle School OR attend virtually via Zoom from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nSnacks and childcare provided for the in-person session. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/family-workshop-with-ichs-international-community-health-centerpresented-in-spanish/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/b6a4d298-230b-0aed-8360-a1e05a323adb.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250225T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250225T193000 DTSTAMP:20250211T204324Z CREATED:20250211T204219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T204324Z UID:4857-1740506400-1740511800@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Know Your Rights and Basics of Immigration (Presented in Spanish) DESCRIPTION:Bellevue LifeSpring welcomes immigration attorney Lauren Eagan\, a fellow Bellevue School District parent\, to present a virtual session for families via Zoom. No registration is required. Participants will not be able to see one another or each other’s names; only the host will have access to that information. \n\n\n\nSpecific questions can be sent to Bellevue LifeSpring team member Ericka Belmontes at ericka@bellevuelifespring.org before Thursday\, February 20\, 2025. Your questions will be shared anonymously with the immigration attorney\, who will answer them during the webinar. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/webinar-know-your-rights-and-basics-of-immigration-presented-in-spanish/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/f1413abb-77fd-2ad5-b21a-73e8c4d210f4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250224T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250224T193000 DTSTAMP:20250211T203545Z CREATED:20250211T203430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T203545Z UID:4852-1740420000-1740425400@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Know Your Rights and Basics of Immigration (Presented in English) DESCRIPTION:Bellevue LifeSpring welcomes immigration attorney Lauren Eagan\, a fellow Bellevue School District parent\, to present a virtual session for families via Zoom. No registration is required. Participants will not be able to see one another or each other’s names; only the host will have access to that information. \n\n\n\nSpecific questions can be sent to Bellevue LifeSpring team member Ericka Belmontes at ericka@bellevuelifespring.org before Thursday\, February 20\, 2025. Your questions will be shared anonymously with the immigration attorney\, who will answer them during the webinar. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/webinar-know-your-rights-and-basics-of-immigration-presented-in-english/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/f1413abb-77fd-2ad5-b21a-73e8c4d210f4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250130T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250130T193000 DTSTAMP:20250110T214504Z CREATED:20241209T165717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T214504Z UID:4472-1738258200-1738265400@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Free Family Workshop: Money Management Basics DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of money management\, banking\, and credit in this Financial Education Workshop. Our partners at Hopelink will provide tips and tools to help you manage your budget\, understand banking essentials\, and improve your credit. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will be held in English. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will be presented in person at our Bellevue Family Hub at Stevenson Elementary School\, but you can also join virtually using Zoom. \n\n\n\nAddress: Bellevue Family Hub at Stevenson Elementary School: 14220 NE 8th St\, Bellevue\, Washington URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/save-the-date-january-family-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Bellevue Family Hub at Stevenson Elementary School\, 14220 NE 8th St\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98007\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Financial-Workshop-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250129T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250129T193000 DTSTAMP:20250110T214238Z CREATED:20241209T165418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T214238Z UID:4468-1738171800-1738179000@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Taller familiar gratuito: Conceptos Básicos de Manejo de Dinero DESCRIPTION:Aprende los conceptos básicos de la gestión del dinero\, los servicios bancarios y el crédito en este Taller de Educación Financiera. Hopelink proporcionará consejos y herramientas para ayudarte a administrar tu presupuesto\, comprender los fundamentos de los servicios bancarios y mejorar tu crédito. \n\n\n\nEste taller se llevará a cabo en español. \n\n\n\nEste taller será presentado en persona en nuestro Bellevue Family Hub en Stevenson escuela primaria. También puedes asistir virtualmente usando Zoom. \n\n\n\nUbicación: Centro de Conexiòn Familiar en Bellevue en la escuela primaria de Stevenson\, 14220 NE 8th St\, Bellevue\, Washington URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/save-the-date-january-family-workshop/ LOCATION:Bellevue Family Hub at Stevenson Elementary School\, 14220 NE 8th St\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98007\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Financial-Workshop-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241231T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250101T000000 DTSTAMP:20241218T010924Z CREATED:20241202T213903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T010924Z UID:4441-1735675200-1735689600@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Ascend New Year's Eve Tribute Experience DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the New Year at Studio 31: A New Year’s Eve Tribute Experience at Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi on Tuesday\, December 31! This exciting event brings the fun of the disco era and the spirit of Studio 54\, with live music\, roaming entertainment\, delicious food\, and more. Guests will also have front-row seats to the 2025 AHG Cares x Amazon Bellevue Fireworks Show to ring in the new year! \n\n\n\nA portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to Bellevue LifeSpring to help support children and families in our community. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/ascend-new-years-eve-tribute-experience/ LOCATION:Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi\, 10400 NE 4th St. Suite 3100\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98004\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Ascend-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241126T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250101T200000 DTSTAMP:20241115T200241Z CREATED:20241022T173753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T200241Z UID:4255-1732618800-1735761600@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Light the World Giving Machine DESCRIPTION:The Light the World Giving Machine returns to Alderwood Mall for the 2024 Holiday season\, and Bellevue LifeSpring is excited to be part of it! From November 26 through January 1\, you can visit the Giving Machine to provide holiday support to Bellevue children and families. \n\n\n\nOn Sunday\, December 1\, Bellevue LifeSpring volunteers will be at the machine\, ready to share how your donations can help families thrive. Stop by to learn more about supporting Bellevue LifeSpring and making a difference this holiday season! URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/light-the-world-giving-machine/ LOCATION:Alderwood Mall\, 3000 184th st SW\, Lynnwood\, Washington\, 98037\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/GM1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241107T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241107T193000 DTSTAMP:20241105T220157Z CREATED:20241023T213702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T220157Z UID:4277-1731000600-1731007800@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Free Family Workshop with Puget Sound Energy DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative session in partnership with Puget Sound Energy (PSE). Learn how to stay prepared and manage your energy needs with ease. PSE representatives will provide guidance and one-on-one support with their Bill Assistance Programs\, Energy Efficiency Programs\, and more. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will be in Spanish. Childcare and snacks will be provided. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/free-family-workshop-with-puget-sound-energy-2/ LOCATION:Highland Middle School\, 15027 Bel-Red\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98007\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PSE-Graphic-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T193000 DTSTAMP:20241023T213401Z CREATED:20241023T213357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T213401Z UID:4275-1730914200-1730921400@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Free Family Workshop with Puget Sound Energy DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative session in partnership with Puget Sound Energy (PSE). Learn how to stay prepared and manage your energy needs with ease. PSE representatives will provide guidance and one-on-one support with their Bill Assistance Programs\, Energy Efficiency Programs\, and more.This workshop will be in English. Childcare and snacks will be provided. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/free-family-workshop-with-puget-sound-energy/ LOCATION:Highland Middle School\, 15027 Bel-Red\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98007\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PSE-Graphic-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T130000 DTSTAMP:20241010T222127Z CREATED:20240828T001450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T222127Z UID:3951-1730808000-1730811600@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Virtual Planned Giving Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:Register Today\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOptimize Your Legacy for Your Family and Community\n\n\n\nPlanned Giving is one of the most powerful actions you can take to ensure your personal short and long-term legacies make an impact on the future of your family and community. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Tuesday\, November 5\, 2024\, for a virtual Planned Giving workshop with Sue Peterson and Wendy Allard! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSue Peterson \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWendy Allard \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSue is a Managing Director of Pathstone’s Bellevue office and a financial industry professional with more than 30 years of experience and expertise in legacy planning. Wendy is a partner at the law firm Peterson Russell Kelly Livengood in Bellevue. She has 25 years of experience in estate and succession planning. \n\n\n\nTogether\, they’ll share valuable insights and practical ideas to help you make informed decisions about your legacy. \n\n\n\nYou will be guided through a variety of topics\, including: \n\n\n\n\nHow to maximize benefits for your children and the charities you support.\n\n\n\nVery specific ways to understand if you have enough to gift and the many ways you can make a gift.\n\n\n\nHow to get the biggest bang for your buck and save money doing it.\n\n\n\n\nCome learn and engage with topics on how planned giving can make an impact for generations to come! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today:\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n PhoneAre you bringing a guest?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n If you answered "Yes" in the previous question\, please add your guest's name:Guest email address (if applicable):\n \n Do you have specific questions you'd like answered during the workshop?\n Submit URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/planned-giving-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/PlannedGivingWorkshopGraphicsmaller.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241030T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241030T193000 DTSTAMP:20241023T212126Z CREATED:20241001T164309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T212126Z UID:4147-1730309400-1730316600@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Free Family Workshop with Sistema Escolar DESCRIPTION:Join us for an important session in partnership with Sistema Escolar\, designed to help you navigate your child’s transition to middle or high school. Learn everything you need to know about the process\, available resources\, and what to expect during this transition. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will be presented in English. Childcare and snacks will be provided. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/free-family-workshop-with-sistema-escolar-2/ LOCATION:Bellevue Family Hub at Stevenson Elementary School\, 14220 NE 8th St\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98007\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Transition-Workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241026T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241026T193000 DTSTAMP:20241018T172043Z CREATED:20240926T224329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T172043Z UID:4111-1729963800-1729971000@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat DESCRIPTION:Overlake Park Presbyterian Church is hosting its Crossroads Community Trunk or Treat & Harvest Festival on October 26 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Bellevue Family YMCA. Bellevue LifeSpring Circle Members will be there hosting a “trunk”! \n\n\n\nKids and families will walk from trunk to trunk\, collecting candy and treats. Get ready to show off your Halloween costume\, enjoy sweet treats\, and have a spooktacular time. Don’t forget to reserve tickets for you and your family! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve Tickets URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/save-the-date-trunk-or-treat/ LOCATION:Bellevue Family YMCA\, 14230 Bel-Red Rd\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98007\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/jason-jarrach-UjBrHL-eSF0-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241019T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241031T120000 DTSTAMP:20241009T223308Z CREATED:20240926T222932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T223308Z UID:4106-1729339200-1730376000@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Halloween on the Hill DESCRIPTION:The South Bellevue Community Center is hosting Halloween on the Hill from October 19 to October 31! There will be Halloween-themed activities for all ages\, including the Great SBCC Pumpkin Race\, a carnival with games and inflatable bouncers\, a magic show\, and much more. \n\n\n\nYou must pre-register for the pumpkin race! Bellevue LifeSpring will be hosting a booth on Saturday\, October 26\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/save-the-date-halloween-on-the-hill/ LOCATION:South Bellevue Community Center\, 14509 SE Newport Way\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98006\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iStock-491406712.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241016T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241016T193000 DTSTAMP:20241001T164015Z CREATED:20241001T163606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T164015Z UID:4141-1729099800-1729107000@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Free Family Workshop with Sistema Escolar DESCRIPTION:Join us for an important session in partnership with Sistema Escolar\, designed to help you navigate your child’s transition to middle or high school. Learn everything you need to know about the process\, available resources\, and what to expect during this transition. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will be presented in Spanish. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/free-family-workshop-with-sistema-escolar/ LOCATION:Bellevue Family Hub at Stevenson Elementary School\, 14220 NE 8th St\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98007\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Transition-Workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241005T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241005T220000 DTSTAMP:20240930T225321Z CREATED:20240410T194224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T225321Z UID:3363-1728149400-1728165600@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Uncork the Night DESCRIPTION:Ticket sales are now closed for the 2024 Uncork the Night Gala\, a celebration of wine and giving benefiting Bellevue children! \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to host you for an unforgettable evening at the W Bellevue\, including: \n\n\n\n\nCurated wine tastings from some of the best wineries in the Pacific Northwest.\n\n\n\nMixing and mingling with the Bellevue community.\n\n\n\nAn exclusive silent wine auction.\n\n\n\nAn exceptional live auction offering one-of-a-kind experiences.\n\n\n\n\nThe best part? Every dollar raised fuels our mission to provide stability and support to the more than 4\,324 children in our community facing food and housing insecurity and the more than 708 children experiencing homelessness. \n\n\n\nNo child in our community should have their education disrupted due to experiencing hunger or homelessness. Let’s come together and ensure every Bellevue child has the stability they need to thrive in the classroom and beyond. \n\n\n\nGuest questions? Please email Kris Howard at Kris@BellevueLifeSpring.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWinery Partners\n\n\n\nGet ready to taste exquisite wines from some of the best in the Pacific Northwest: DeLille Cellars\, Mark Ryan Winery\, Passing Time Winery\, Pearl & Stone Wine Co.\, WeatherEye Vineyards\, and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you\, Table Sponsors!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to Eastside Wine Storage and James and Kate Fessler for donating wine storage space. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntroducing the Event Chairs \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJulie Cheng Bui \n\n\n\nPhilanthropist & Writer \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBeth McCaw \n\n\n\nIncoming Chair of the Board – Founding Funder\, Threshold Philanthropy\, LLC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmcee and Auctioneer \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKaci Aitchison and Matt Lorch are back to ensure guests have an absolute blast! URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/uncork-the-night/ LOCATION:W Bellevue\, 10455 NE 5th Pl\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98004\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/UTN-TextOnly-Graphic-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240919T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240919T193000 DTSTAMP:20240823T152635Z CREATED:20240703T224946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T152635Z UID:3604-1726767000-1726774200@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Wine\, Olive Oil\, and Freshly Made Pasta to Benefit Bellevue LifeSpring! DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE: September 19! Join Greet West Bellevue Magazine and Fruit Wine Co. at the new Fruit Wine Co. event space for an exclusive wine\, olive oil\, and freshly made pasta tasting to benefit Bellevue LifeSpring! \n\n\n\nFruit Wine Co. is a small wine company that sprang up in early 2020. It was founded by former Canlis master sommelier Jackson Rohrbaugh and his wife\, Gretchen. (Formerly known as Seattle Wine Co.) Wine flights and olive oil tastings will be brought to you by Bryan and Amy Williams\, owners of Villa Sant’Angelus. While tasting their delicious products\, you’ll also learn more about the 400 years of history and 90 acres that produce their vino & olio without boarding a flight to Italy! \n\n\n\nLeah Jaffe\, owner of Nood Pasta\, will provide delicious homemade pasta for your enjoyment. Before going into business for herself\, she was a Sous chef\, which is how she honed her pasta-making skills. When she lost her job during the pandemic\, she started her own pasta company and has been working hard to build it ever since. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese generous businesses are hosting their space\, wine\, olive oil\, and pasta for FREE so that 100% of the ticket sales can support our mission! Bottles of wine and olive oil will be available for purchase. \n\n\n\nTo purchase tickets\, simply donate $50 per person on our donate page. Make sure to check the box that your donation is for the September 19 Wine Tasting event. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/wine-tasting-august-13/ LOCATION:Fruit Wine Co. Event Space\, 1850 130th Ave NE. Suite 2 (located a little past Cascadia Pizza off 130th and Northup Wy.)\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/promo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240820T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240820T230000 DTSTAMP:20240708T171640Z CREATED:20240515T174932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T171640Z UID:3458-1724180400-1724194800@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Downtown Summer Movies in the Park DESCRIPTION:Save the date! The City of Bellevue is once again hosting our favorite summer event: Movies in the Park from July 16 to August 20! \n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to be the featured nonprofit for the “Back to School” themed night. High School Musical will be playing! \n\n\n\n Movies begin at dusk\, but come beforehand to enjoy fun activities and vendors. We will be hosting a booth with information on our programs\, games\, and prizes. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/downtown-summer-movies-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Bellevue Downtown Park\, 10201 NE 4th St\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98004\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Movies-Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240606T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240606T180000 DTSTAMP:20240513T185903Z CREATED:20240319T164226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T185903Z UID:3285-1717689600-1717696800@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Annual Circle Membership Celebration DESCRIPTION:Bellevue LifeSpring Circle Members: RSVP today for a fun-filled reception as we celebrate the past year of support together. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTogether\, we will… \n\n\n\n\nrock the vote!\n\n\n\nsocialize with Circle\, Board\, and Staff Members.\n\n\n\ncelebrate new Life Members.\n\n\n\nlearn about volunteer opportunities for summer and fall. \n\n\n\nenjoy appetizers and wine (or a sparkling soda).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn keeping with tradition\, we encourage Circle Members to please bring an appetizer to contribute and share! \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Brittney@BellevueLifeSpring.org! URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/annual-circle-membership-celebration/ LOCATION:St Thomas Episcopal Church\, 8398 NE 12th St\, Medina\, Washington\, 98039\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_0114.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240605T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240605T203000 DTSTAMP:20240515T173717Z CREATED:20240515T173350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T173717Z UID:3455-1717610400-1717619400@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Fairweather FUNdraiser Dinner DESCRIPTION:The Bellevue LifeSpring Fairweather Circle is hosting their annual FUNdraiser Dinner at Thai Kitchen Bird Pepper. Guests will socialize\, enjoy a special menu\, and bid on silent and live auction items\, all in support of Bellevue children! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are sold out for this event. URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/fairweather-fundraiser-dinner/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/fairweatherfundraiserdinner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240530T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240530T190000 DTSTAMP:20240514T204100Z CREATED:20240514T203926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T204100Z UID:3450-1717088400-1717095600@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Believe - A Nonprofit Showcase DESCRIPTION:We are excited to participate in this year’s Eastside Leadership Initiative’s (ELI) Believe event on May 30! The Eastside Leadership Initiative is a Bellevue Chamber program highlighting keystone nonprofits on the Eastside in an interactive showcase. \n\n\n\nThe event aims to inspire and connect young professionals and executives on the Eastside to a variety of organizations through an engaging and fun medium. There will be food\, drinks\, music\, photos\, and outdoor yard games throughout the evening. There will also be a raffle with prizes donated by local businesses. \n\n\n\nThe event is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Bellevue Botanical Garden. With the flowers blooming and the weather warming up\, it’s going to be a fun time! URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/believe-a-nonprofit-showcase/ LOCATION:Bellevue Botanical Garden\, 12001 Main Street\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98005 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/BelieveLogoWhite.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240521T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240521T183000 DTSTAMP:20240514T204228Z CREATED:20240502T155005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T204228Z UID:3387-1716309000-1716316200@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Sip\, Shop\, and Share DESCRIPTION:Join us for a women’s business owners networking event where 10% of sale proceeds benefit Bellevue kids! URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/sip-shop-and-share/ LOCATION:The Refind Closet\, 3121 East Madison Street\, #104\, Seatte\, Washington\, 98112 CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/SipShopShare-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240423T113000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240423T130000 DTSTAMP:20240422T212257Z CREATED:20231221T010410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T212257Z UID:2712-1713871800-1713877200@www.bellevuelifespring.org SUMMARY:Step Up to the Plate Benefit Luncheon DESCRIPTION:About \n\n\n\nWe all share the responsibility of ending hunger and homelessness in Bellevue. Join together with your neighbors\, colleagues\, and local leaders to support pathways to success for Bellevue children. Your generosity is a key puzzle piece\, contributing to the larger picture of positive change in our community. \n\n\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, April 23\, 2024\, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. \n\n\n\nWhere: Meydenbauer Center \n\n\n\nWhat’s for lunch? View the menu. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email Director of Events and Volunteers\, Kris Howard: Kris@BellevueLifeSpring.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStep Up for Bellevue Kids!\n\n\n\nHost a Table: Make a difference for Bellevue children by becoming a Step Up to the Plate Table Captain! Table Captains host a table (or tables) of 10 guests\, inviting their personal and professional networks. As a Table Captain\, you’ll play a crucial role in boosting attendance and garnering support for our mission. Please contact Kris@BellevueLifeSpring.org to get started. \n\n\n\nBecome a Champion for Children: As a Champion\, you help lead the way to a successful luncheon by making a pre-event investment of $1\,000 or more. This generosity demonstrates your commitment to supporting Bellevue children and will inspire others to join in! \n\n\n\n\nLearn more and become a Champion!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFirst time attending the luncheon? Welcome! If you are not yet connected to a Table Captain\, please fill out the Registration Form below\, and we will reach out with the next steps. \n\n\n\n \n \n Annual Luncheon New Guest Registration\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n PhonePlease share how you heard about the luncheon:\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntroducing Our Emcee: Jessica Janner Castro\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJessica is an Anchor for KING 5 News. \n\n\n\nBefore working for KING 5\, Jessica worked as an anchor in San Francisco\, Las Vegas\, and Amarillo\, Texas. Throughout her career\, Jessica has dedicated hundreds of hours to non-profit organizations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntroducing the 2024 Luncheon Chairs\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeri Pravitz \n\n\n\nManager\, Community Engagement at Amazon and Bellevue LifeSpring Board Member \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMaggie Vergien \n\n\n\nEducator\, Retired\, and Bellevue LifeSpring Board and Fairweather Circle Member \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEllen Wilwerding \n\n\n\nBellevue LifeSpring One Circle Member \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Generous Sponsors\n\n\n\nBusinesses\, organizations\, and individuals can make leadership investments and step up for Bellevue kids by becoming a sponsor. To learn more\, please contact our Director of Events\, Kris Howard\, at Kris@BellevueLifeSpring.org. \n\n\n\nThank you to the 2024 sponsors who have already stepped up!Together\, we are building a better Bellevue. \n\n\n\nPlatinum Sponsor \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGold Sponsors \n\n\n\nAnonymous\n\n\n\nDebbie Killinger\n\n\n\nBeth McCaw & Yahn Bernier\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSilver Sponsor \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBronze Sponsors \n\n\n\nAegis Living\n\n\n\n Diane & Peter Ewens\n\n\n\nMarilyn & Richard Herzberg\n\n\n\nMike & Suzanne Sievert\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCaring Neighbor Sponsors \n\n\n\nBECU \n\n\n\nJulie Cheng Bui & Tom Bui \n\n\n\nKarin & Alan Dashen \n\n\n\nJoan & Geoff Ferguson \n\n\n\nBarbara Follett \n\n\n\nGLY Construction \n\n\n\nJudy & David Katri \n\n\n\nPNC Bank \n\n\n\nPuget Sound Energy \n\n\n\nJohn Schiller & Lisa James-Schiller \n\n\n\nSRO\, Sterling Reality Organization \n\n\n\nSymetra \n\n\n\nJoan & John Valaas \n\n\n\nWindermere Yarrow Bay \n\n\n\nWSECU \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the 2024 Champions for Children URL:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/event/luncheon/ LOCATION:Meydenbauer Center\, 11100 NE 6th St\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98004\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bellevuelifespring.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/AL23WebpageImage.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR