May 21

Seattle Works Day Projects Saturday

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Nearly 1500 young professionals from across the city are going to volunteer at 29 sites around the city – including Fremont – to make the Emerald City an even better place to live. Seattle Works Day, the key fundraiser and day of volunteering organized by Seattle Works, will bring together colleagues, alums and groups of friends with the purpose of giving back. The focus of Seattle Works Day is urban greenspaces, so from West Seattle to Marymoor Park, volunteers in their 20’s and 30’s will be rebuilding bike paths, removing invasive weeds and protecting native vegetation from noon to 3:30 p.m.

Most volunteers are already on teams that will take on these projects, but there are two “public” teams (Singles in Seattle and Seattle Works Day Allstars) which are still open to individual sign-ups. Sign up here.

For all their hard work, there is a reward: a party from 3:30 pm- 5:30 p.m. at Fisher Pavilion at the Seattle Center, which will provide volunteers with Pyramid beer, Zevia soda, Taco del Mar taco bar and Dreyer’s ice cream.

In Fremont, volunteers will be working on 2 projects:

  • Fremont Abbey Arts Center: Get your art vibe flowing! Because so many people use and visit their building, keeping it in good shape and repair is important. Volunteers will be working on a variety of outdoor projects, including: window-washing, gardening, painting, small construction projects, and street clean up. Please wear sturdy shoes and old clothes that can get dirty (and painted), and bring water, sunscreen, and snacks.
  • Gas Works Park: The kite-flying hill, elaborate sculptured sundial, stunning views of the downtown skyline, and colorful, climbable machinery parts make Gasworks Park one of Seattle’s most unique parks. Formerly the Seattle Gas Light Company plant, it is located on the north shore of Lake Union and is part of many summer celebrations, which includes being the end point for Fremont’s infamous Solstice Parade. Work at this site will include pruning native plantings, some invasive plant removal, and possibly planting and mulching. Invasive plants, such as ivy and blackberry, can quickly become harmful monocultures in our parks, so their removal in vital in giving native species the chance to thrive. Take part in these natural area restoration efforts to keep Gasworks an inviting, healthy place for the community to enjoy! Volunteers will need to wear sturdy shoes and clothes that can get dirty (long pants and sleeves recommended). Please bring water, sunscreen, rain gear, snacks, and your own gloves if you have them (if not, there will be gloves available).

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