Klahanie has a Little Free Library
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Klahanie has a Little Free Library
CALENDER OF EVENTS: July 18th– Mixed Doubles Night July 25th—Free Fun Klahanie Living Friday V O L U M E ing August 15th– Free Fun Friday August 22nd– Mixed Doubles Night August 23rd– Luau Pool Party August 26th– BOD Meeting September 5th– Back to School Movie Night: Frozen I S S U E 3 S U M M E R 2 0 1 4 Klahanie has a Little Free Library August 8th– 80’s Movie Night: The Goonies 4 0 , July 29th– BOD Meet- September 30th– BOD Meeting INSIDE THIS ISSUE: NAAK 5 Aquatics 6 Movie Nights 7 Luau 7 Sheriff’s Report 9 New Fitness Equipment 10 Monument Project 10 Tennis 11 Pool Rules 13 Klahanie is excited to be the Steward(s) for the Little Free Library on behalf of our neighbors and our community! The way it works is simple: We initially stock the LFL with a variety of good quality books that we hope will interest our neighbors. You stop by and take whatever catches your fancy. You return and bring books to contribute when you can. LFL books are always a gift and never for sale! Don’t forget to leave a review for your neighbors in the journal inside! Because of communities like ours, the Little Free Library movement has rapidly grown. Many Libraries have been installed and thousands of books shared around the country as well as around the world. LITTLE FREE LIBRARY’S MISSION IS TO: Promote literacy and the love of reading by building free book exchanges worldwide. To build a sense of community as we share skills, creativity and wisdom across generations. CHECK OUT THE LITTLE FREE LIBRARY STORY WWW.LITTLEFREELIBRARY.ORG AT PAGE 2 Payments are processed between the 1st and 5th of each quarter automatically! Automatically Deduct your Assessments For your convenience, Klahanie HOA offers an automatic debit payment option to pay your quarterly Homeowners Association assessments. Payments are processed between the 1st and 5th of the month at the beginning of each quarter (January, April, July and October). Sign up is easy and painless! The ACH form can be found online at www.klahanie.com in the ’Resource Center’ section under ’Forms’ or swing by the Klahanie HOA Office to pick one up. and we are happy to help! Turn in your completed ACH form to the Klahanie HOA Office with a voided check by email, mail or drop off and we will take care of the rest! 4210 244th PL SE Email Contact: [email protected] Mailing Address: Klahanie HOA Issaquah, WA 98029 Questions? Stop by the Klahanie HOA Office Klahanie Recycled almost 4 tons! 7,290 lbs of electronics recycled! Along with PC Recycle and Those that dropped off Your items were repur- Repair, on May 17th the unwanted electronics at posed, reused, or broken community of Klahanie the Klahanie HOA parking down to individual compo- showed they cared by lot throughout the day nents keeping almost 4 tons of contributed to the 7,290 and re- electronic waste out of the pounds of recycled materi- cycled. landfill! als. Find us Online! www.klahanie.com– Gain access to your association account, event calendar, forms, pools schedule and more here! Klahanie.com is your portal to all things for the Klahanie Community. For full KLAHANIE LIVING access to all information, select ‘Request Login’ on the left menu and fill out the accompanied form. Facebook– Klahanie is on Facebook! If you want to connect through social media with Klahanie and keep up to date on all events, contest, and general happenings going on throughout the community, visit us online at www.facebook.com/ KlahanieAssociation. VOLUME 40, ISSUE 3 PAGE Klahanie had a visit from the Easter Bunny! In typical northwest fashion, over 200 Klahanie residents endured the rainy weather in a mad grab for the over 6,000 eggs that filled the lawn, play area, tennis and basketball courts. Each group On Saturday April 19th the neighborhood of Klahanie saw a visit from the Easter Bunny at Mountainview Park for an afternoon filled with games and a hunt for the golden egg! A special THANK YOU goes to the residents at Spiritwood at Pine Lake Retirement Community for filling over 2,000 for the this year’s Easter Egg Hunt! The involvement of caring neighbors make these events possible. collected an impressive amount of eggs in a matter of minutes! Thank you to our team of volunteers that set up and managed the event in the rain – this event would not be possible without your time and enthusiasm! Photography services provided by long-time Klahanie resident Gabe Moore. Gabe Moore Photography Events– Outings—Portraits [email protected] Congratulations to our Easter Coloring Contest Winners– Anushka, Anwei, & Ishita! Event Volunteers Needed Klahanie is looking for dedicated, reliable and enthusiastic volunteers to help organize and facilitate community events throughout the year. By donating your time, you help strengthen community bonds, develop relationships within your own neighborhood and have a good time while helping maintain our traditions. Klahanie will be looking for volunteers for the following events: Family Movie Nights– August 8th and September 5th Luau Pool Party– August 23rd Email [email protected] with your contact information if interested. We thank you in advance! 3 PAGE 4 Congrats Summer Dash Finishers We had some impressive competition, but the top three finishers edged out the competition. 1st Place– Matthew Siegal 1st Place Matthew Siegal 2nd Place Dennis Gorsuch 3rd Place Steven O’Hare Klahanie Park had a great turnout for the 3rd annual Summer Dash on June 7th! Over 60 runners, walkers, and everyone in between participated in the 3.1 miles course that makes it way through some of Klahanie’s scenic trails and around Yellow Lake. Congratulations to everyone who finished the race! (16 mins. 18 sec.) 2nd Place– joined for the BBQ after the race. Dennis Gorsuch (16 mins. 33 sec.) 3rd Place– Steven O’Hare (18 mins. 37 sec.) If you haven’t checked out your finishing time yet, you can find it under the ‘Community Events’ section at www.klahanie.com. A special thank you goes to all volunteers who helped make this event possible. Numerous staff, Klahanie Board of Directors, and community volunteers made it possible to have a safe and fun event for the community of Klahanie. The unpredictable northwest weather did not disappoint as we saw a beautifully sunny morning! Well over 100 guests Home Improvement Night was a Hit! You can still pick up a list of vendors at the Klahanie HOA Office! made it out were able to visit If you weren’t able to make it to with different businesses includ- the event, you can still pick up ing landscapers, contractors, the list of businesses at the Kla- roofers, interior designers, and hanie HOA Office. more! Homeowners were also treated The gym at Challenger Elementary was filled with 46 vendors on Wednesday April 23rd for Klahanie’s second annual Home Improvement Night. Those that KLAHANIE LIVING to numerous raffles and prizes that included free services, gift certificates, home décor, and tools! VOLUME 40, ISSUE 3 PAGE Help Protect Klahanie’s Natural Areas Klahanie is fortunate to have an abundance of natural features including a lake, ponds, small streams, forests, and meadows. We are so lucky to have these features, as most other developments do not. Other than removing nonnative invasive plants, our natural areas do not require a lot of care, but they do need protection from damaging activities. As designated in the Klahanie plat maps for Native Growth Protection Areas “no tree or significant ground cover shall be cut, removed or destroyed”. Some damaging activities that hurt our natural areas include: dumping yard waste or trash cutting new paths through the vegetation creating dirt bike trails, ramps and holes destroying or cutting down trees and plants spraying of trees and other vegetation with paint or pellets building play or other structures, and littering. In addition, restoration can cost thousands of dollars. A number of dam aged locations have required extensive hillside stabilization as well as the planting of hundreds of native plants. It is vital that our natural areas stay healthy. As the native trees and plants flourish they improve water quality, air quality and wildlife habitat, outcompete invasive non-native plants and provide aesthetic value. We need everyone’s help in protecting our natural areas as they belong to the entire community. Please keep a watchful eye and report any misuse to the KHOA office. 5 PAGE All Things Aquatics 6 Youth Swim Lessons Water Workout Classes Summer Pool Hours Swim lessons are going strong at Lakeside and Mountainview Pools! Each session will consist of 8 half hour lessons, Monday through Thursday for 2 weeks. New this year to Klahanie Aquatics was the introduction of the Aquarobics program! Participation has been strong and we look forward to seeing new faces as the weather gets sunnier! Aquarobics Professionally trained instructors will inspire you– promoting strong muscles, emphasis on core and a vigorous cardiovascular workout. Reduce the risk of injury and impact to your joints. Swimming skills not required and all fitness levels welcome. Summer Programs Group Swim Lessons Private Swim Lessons Water Workout For information on Klahanie swim program, find a schedule of classes offered, and how to register, please visit us online at www.klahanie.com under ‘Pool Info’. Remaining Lesson Schedule Session 3: July 21—July 31 Register July 18th @ 12:01 am—19th @ 12 pm Session 4: August 4—August 14 Register August 1st at 12:01 am—2nd @ 12 pm Session 5: August 18—August 28 Register August 15th @ 12:01 am— 16th @ 12 pm Private Swim Lessons If you are looking for individual instruction in a private or semiprivate structure, our swim instructors are available to teach throughout the summer. Curriculum and schedule are flexible and can be geared towards what you want to get out of it. Contact the Swim Lesson Coordinator, Hailey, at [email protected] to schedule. KLAHANIE LIVING Class Schedule Lakeside Pool Tuesdays/Thursdays 8:30-9:30 am OR Saturdays 9—10 am Session 9: June 30th—August 2nd Lakeside and Mountainview Pool schedules are available at any time online at www.klahanie.com under ‘Pool Info’ or pick up a copy of the schedule at one of the pools or the Klahanie HOA Office. Additional information and closures will be posted online. Friendly Reminders *Renters must also bring additional address verification (information available online under ‘Pool FAQ’) or register with the Klahanie HOA Office. Children 12 years and younger must be actively supervised by an adult at all times. Children 13– 17 years must swim with a buddy. Each household may sponsor up to 5 guests per day, at $3 per guest (5 years and under are free). All floatation devices must be Coast Guard Approved. Please review all pool rules and policies before your next visit. Your Klahanie Lifeguard Staff is happy to answer any questions you may have! Session 10: August 4th— 30th Cost $90 Klahanie Res. $111 Non– Klah. Res. Sat$36 Klahanie Res. $44 Non– Klah. Res. Drop In- $15 T/Th- Visit www.klahanie.com for summer schedule. For more information regarding the program, visit www.aquarobics.net or www.klahanie.com. Photo ID is required for check in. For up to date information regarding Klahanie Pools’ schedule, programs offered, and events visit us online at www.klahanie.com under ‘Pool Info”. VOLUME 40, ISSUE 3 PAGE End of Summer Community Events Family Movie Night in Klahanie Park Klahanie Park is the setting for TWO summer outdoor movies this year! Popcorn, shaved ice, and a giant movie screen will greet you for a fun family night in Klahanie. Bring a chair, blanket, friends and neighbors! Show up early to grab a good seat. 80’s Movie Night The Goonies (PG*) August 8th—9 pm Back to School Movie Night Frozen (PG) *Please note ‘The Goonies’ may not be suitable for younger children due to mature themes throughout the film. September 5th—8:15 pm When: Sat. August 23rd Time: 11 am—2 pm Where: Mountainview Pool Please join us for an afternoon filled with fun, sun, games, and pool time on August 23rd at Mountainview Pool from 11 am—2 pm for a Luau Pool Party! Come dressed in your best Hawaiian attire and be ready for some great food and games. With the pools’ summer season coming to a close on Labor Day (September 1st), come celebrate a great summer spent at the beautiful pools in Klahanie. Hawaiian shaved ice, food, and drinks will be provided. Last year’s event reached capacity early, so don’t be late! 7 PAGE 8 Klahanie Neighborhood Watch & Emergency Preparedness NW & EP goal is to build from strong neighborhood nator, at (510)207-6972 or even stronger, more welcom- relationships. [email protected]. ing neighborhoods in Klaha- He and his wife live in Kla- nie for 2014– especially in your own neighborhood! Why is Klahanie special? Great homes and surroundings for children and families A very attractive real estate market What can you do? hanie’s Lake Point Division. We invite you to host a George and the NW & EP Block Party to introduce team will be at your Block NW & EP in your particular Party to help introduce and neighborhood.! start your own Neighbor- Why a Block Party? hood Watch & Emergency Preparedness team! This allows your neighbors to meet one another, learn how NW & EP benefit the Lots of new folks moving neighborhood, and exchange in. contact information in case NW & EP want to make our friendship networks in your neighborhood even more vital because we all benefit of an emergency. Interested? Contact George Gilchrist, Klahanie NW & EP coordi- April 26th was Earth Day for Klahanie English Ivy Klahanie volunteered over 43 hours! Volunteers gave over 43 hours of their time to help remove Scotch Broom and English Ivy from around the perimeter of the park. Klahanie celebrated Earth Day on April 26th along with KLAHANIE NAAK (Natural Areas Association of Klahanie) at King County Park. LIVING These efforts help preserve Klahanie’s native areas and are an ongoing project– so every little bit helps! Scotch Broom VOLUME 40, ISSUE 3 PAGE Letter from the Sheriff Greetings Klahanie Homeowners! Over the last few weeks I’ve received several emails from residents concerned about the presence of bears in Klahanie. Believe me, I understand how alarming it can be to find yourself suddenly confronted with wildlife of unusual size, especially when it’s in your own backyard. Your HOA staff continues to diligently report each sighting to both King County Animal Control and to Washington’s Department of Fish and Wildlife. In each instance, however, we have been told that such issues do not fall within their purviews. More specifically, unless these bears become physically aggressive toward man, the presence of bears is no more problematic than the presence of raccoons. ber that bears learn very quickly and search their normal positions, and bage cans. As a homeowner, if you dis- consider putting a few lights cover a particular bear has developed a on timers. fondness for your garbage cans, try putting your cans in the garage until the bear these beautiful creatures don’t become bears reported in Klahanie this summer, none have been aggressive. To that end, it’s important to remem- neighbor to mow your lawn. Make sure your valuables aren’t visible from the street, only bears we wish to find in our neighbor- and consider hiding or lock- hood are ones wary of people. ing them away, if that option Vacation Preparedness It’s no surprise that peak vacation times coincide with the highest number of burglaries. The last thing you want to worry about before heading off for a relaxing trip is a break-in, and remembering a few simple steps can be crucial to deterring theft in your absence: is available. Finally, your Klahanie Neighborhood Patrol offers a free service to check your home while you’re away. You can request this Vacation Security service through the Klahanie HOA, and filling out a simple form is all that’s required. Your trip may be much more Stop your mail and newspaper, or have relaxing and enjoyable knowing a neighbor grab them daily; a big pile of that you’ve taken the right pre- either is an open invitation for crime. cautions, and knowing that Depu- Leave a locked vehicle in your driveway or ask a neighbor to park there. respond. To be clear, of the three individual For longer trips, ask a accustomed to your kindness, because the trails or within the neighborhoods, can have the appropriate agency moves on. It’s important to make sure cated or non-domesticated animal please call 911 immediately so we Leave shades or blinds in for easily accessible food sources, i.e. gar- Conversely, should any domestishow signs of aggression, on our ties are making a security check of your home daily. Make sure your door and window locks are functional and secured. Best wishes, Avoid broadcasting your trip over so- Detective Steve Lysaght cial media networks like Facebook and Twitter, because you never know who’s watching. Director, Klahanie Neighborhood Patrol 9 PAGE 10 Fitness Equipment Replacement The fitness stations around Yellow Lake are getting an update this summer! Stations 1, 3, and 5 are being replaced with new and improved equipment. Also being installed is a map showing all stations and course information. At Station One Station Three each station, there will be individual exercises for all fitness levels to stay happy and healthy. Station Five New Monument Project The new monument project is in full swing this summer, as you may have noticed when driving by Audubon Ridge (see picture). We are Winslow Place– July 1st very excited about this project, estimated to be completed by November, as it will result in a more updated look for Klahanie. We thank you in advance for your patience while this project is underway. Madison Place– July 20th Heatherwood– August 15th The Village– August 30th Lancaster Park– September 15th The Heights– September 30th Reflections (1)– October 20th Tentative Schedule: Cedar Crest– October 25th Lake Pointe– June 15th Reflections (2)- October 27th Traditions– October 30th KLAHANIE LIVING VOLUME 40, ISSUE 3 PAGE Tennis for Juniors & Adults New Tennis Programs Junior Tennis The professionals at Pine Lake Club Lessons will be offering two FREE evening programs to work on your game while Klahanie’s Jun- having fun with your Klahanie ior Tennis Pro- neighbors! Free Fun Fridays Fun for the entire family (min. 9 years of age). Must be able to rally and sustain a medium pace. Dates: July 25th & August 15th gram is going The Pine Lake Club is offering Adult Group Tennis Lessons with their talented and enthusiastic team of tennis pros! Lesson Schedule strong! There is still time to register for a Lessons run Tuesday and Thursday session (or two!). It is a great opportunity to evenings for two weeks. stay active and enjoy the outdoors in Klaha- Remaining Sessions- nie! Session 2: July 22—July 31 Lesson Schedule Time: 4—5:30 pm Lessons run Monday through Thursday for Location: MTV Park Tennis Courts two weeks. Make-ups in the event of rain will be the Friday of the same week. Mixed Doubles Night Adult Tennis Lessons Remaining Sessions- Session 3: August 5—August 14 Beginner/Adv. Beginner: 6– 7 pm Intermediates: 7– 8 pm Beginners/Advanced Beginners: Designed for those who would like to learn the game of tennis. Each ses- Let the tennis pros mix and match part- Session 3: July 21—July 31 ners all night in this fun evening of social- Session 4: August 4—August 14 izing and tennis! Sign up as a single or Session 5: August 18—August 28 pair. Each participant should be a mini- Each session will offer the following times for mum of 18 years, able to rally at medium each age group. pace, serve and know basics of doubles 6– 9 years: 9—10 am play. level class or have been away for a 10—13 years: 10—11 am period of time. Each 2 week session 14—18 years: 11 am—12 pm will focus on refining your strokes Time: 6—7:30 pm Registration with emphasis on doubles play, court Location: MTV Park Tennis Courts To register, visit the Tennis Lessons page at positioning, shot selection and tactics. Dates: July 18th & August 22nd sion will cover the fundamentals of the game: stroke production, rules, scoring, and etiquette. Intermediates: Designed for those who have completed the beginning www.klahanie.com. A minimum of 4 particiRegister by calling Pine Lake Club at (425)313-0123 and asking for the Activities desk or email Tricia Diebner at [email protected]. pants is required to hold a class and the maximum is 16. Cost: Cost: $62 Klahanie Residents $68 Non-Klah.Residents $136 Klahanie Residents Register by calling Pine Lake $156 Non-Klahanie Residents Club at (425)313-0123 and asking for the Activities desk or email Tricia Diebner at [email protected]. 11 PAGE 12 4th of July Fun Klahanie showed it’s patriotism for the Independence Day Pa- Photography services provided by long-time Klahanie resident Gabe Moore. Gabe Moore Photography Events– Outings— Portraits [email protected] rade on June 28th! Participants were dressed to impress in their best red, white, and blue attire as they made their way down Klahanie Blvd from King County Park to Klahanie Park. Eastside Fire and Rescue, Klahanie Neighborhood Patrol, and our resident DJ Tim Stever led the parade, along with our coloring awarded to most festive pet, contest winners Dylan and adult, kid, and bike! Masha! Additional winner Sahara was unable to make the parade. A special thank you goes to our volunteers, who manned the Thank you Klahanie for celebrating Independence Day! route course and served hundreds of guests, as well as Tim Stever who brought the great tunes and games for the event. Following the parade, Klahanie Park was filled with over 200 guests who enjoyed snow cones, ice cream, cotton candy, a bouncy house and slide and games led by DJ Tim that included a hula hoop contest, three-legged race, water balloon toss contest, limbo and prizes KLAHANIE LIVING VOLUME 40, ISSUE 3 PAGE 13 Klahanie Pool Rules KLAHANIE POOL RULES The rules and requests made by lifesaving personnel must always be followed. The lifesaving personnel are in complete charge of the pool area and have the authority to ask anyone to leave the pool if that person disobeys the safety or general pool rules, or if his/ her conduct is detrimental to the common pleasure of other patrons enjoying the pool. Admission to the pool may be denied for any of the following reasons: · Under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. · Open sores, wounds, skin infections, and/ or nasal or ear discharges. · Any condition or evidence, which in the opinion of the manager will jeopardize the health and safety of the membership. Children under five years old or non-swimmers must be supervised by a responsible person, who is in the water and remains within arms reach of the child. No person unable to swim across the pool may use the pool unattended. Any adult or child may have to demonstrate his/her swimming ability before entering deep water. Any child in a life jacket must be accompanied by an adult in the water, within arms reach. No one in a life jacket will be allowed in the deep end. LIFE JACKETS MUST BE U.S. COAST GUARD APPROVED. There is a stamp on the inside of the life jacket to show that it is CG approved. Infants/children not toilet trained must wear swim diapers under swim suits in order to prevent contamination. Children must have their diapers changed on changing tables in the locker rooms. Everyone must take a cleansing shower before using the pool. All accidents should be reported to the lifesaving personnel immediately. A First-Aid Kit is available in the guard office. In case of emergency, a 911 phone is located next to the boy’s locker room door facing the pool deck. NO RUNNING on the pool deck or in restrooms. NO HORSEPLAY or ROUGH-HOUSING. Do not hang on the lane lines or the rope. Do not open skimmers. Starting blocks may be used only in scheduled practices, competitions, and instruction when supervised by a coach or instructor. Kickboards are for lap swimming, swim team, and swim lessons ONLY. KLAHANIE GENERAL POOL RULES Pool use is reserved for Klahanie Association members in good standing and their guests only, unless otherwise scheduled. Jumps into the pool must be feet first, and facing the pool. No SPINS, FLIPS, or DIVES. All children 12 years old and under must be supervised and accompanied by a parent or guardian. Inflatable beach balls or sponge balls are allowed during pool during non-crowded conditions and at the manager’s discretion. Bathers age 13-17 must not use the pool alone and must be accompanied by a buddy. No smoking inside the pool area. The Aquatics Director or Head Lifeguard may close the enter pool complex, or any portions of the pool complex for any safety or maintenance reason Animals are not allowed in the pool area, with the exception of service dogs. Service dogs are allowed on deck, but not in the water. Food and beverages are permitted on the pool deck but are not allowed to be consumed while in the pool. The following items are not allowed in the pool: · No water guns · No hard balls (such as tennis balls), footballs, etc. · No flotation devices (inner tubes, inflatable rafts, etc.) · No kickboards, buoys, or fins during open swim times Each Klahanie household may sponsor a maximum of five guests on any given day and meet the requirements of item #2 and #3 above. Guest privileges may be limited at any time by management. Residents must sign guests in and all guests over the age of 5 will be required to pay a $3 guest fee. All guests must be accompanied by their Klahanie sponsor at all times while at the pool. If you have a communicable disease that can be transmitted by water or have been ill with diarrhea or vomiting in the last two weeks, do not use the pool. Bathers with seizure, heart, or circulatory problems are advised to swim with a buddy. No playing, climbing or jumping off of the metal ladders or hand rails. Anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol may not enter the pool facilities. No sitting on, or riding on the shoulders of other patron. The wading pool is for children 5 years and younger and all children using the wading pool must be supervised by a parent or guardian. PROHIBITED ACTS/ITEMS Running, unnecessary noise, and boisterous/rough play Shoulder-riding Tennis balls and squirt guns Animals of all kinds Smoking Food or drink of any kind is not allowed in the water Glass containers Alcoholic beverages Diving Rafts and large flotation devices Inappropriate swimming attire Disposable diapers We have changing areas available; however, we assume no responsibility for lost, damaged, or stolen property POOL OCCUPANCY Maximum occupancy allowed at the Lakeside Pool facility – 140 persons Maximum occupancy allowed at the Mountainview Pool facility – 197 persons VOLUME 40, ISSUE 3 PAGE 2014 Community Events Calendar At-A-Glance July 18th– Mixed Doubles Night at Mountainview Park Tennis Courts 6—7:30 pm July 25th– Free Fun Friday at Mountainview Park Tennis Courts 4-5:30 pm August 8th– 80’s Movie Night in the Klahanie Park 9 pm Film: The Goonies August 15th– Free Fun Friday at Mountainview Park Tennis Courts 4-5:30 pm August 22nd– Mixed Doubles Night at Mountainview Park Tennis Courts 6—7:30 pm August 23rd– Luau Pool Party at the Mountainvew Pool 11—2 pm September 5th– Back to School Movie Night in the Klahanie Park 8:15 pm Film: Frozen October 25th– Halloween Carnival at Challenger Elementary October 31st– Trick-or-treat at the Lakeside Pool Office December 6th- Santa Pictures at Summerwalk & Toys for Tots drive *Please remember all dates, times and events are subject to change. Board of Directors Meetings July 29th October 28th August 26th November 25th September 30th December 30th Meetings are held at the Klahanie HOA Office at 7 pm. 14