Karen O'Connor

Jan 8, 2025 | corporatemeetingsnetwork.ca | Karen O'Connor

Catering is evolving in exciting ways, shaped by shifts in consumer preferences, environmental awareness, and culinary innovation. Whether you’re planning a corporate gathering, a private celebration, or a community event, understanding these trends can elevate your menus and create memorable experiences for your guests. Here are three of the most impactful trends in catering today and practical ways to bring them to life at your next event.

Nov 27, 2024 | parkways.seattle.gov | Karen O'Connor

The University of Washington’s Master of Landscape Architecture advanced studio has embarked on a visionary partnership with Schmitz Park Creek Restore, a grassroots initiative dedicated to reconnecting Schmitz Park’s ancient forest with the waters of Puget Sound. This partnership challenges students to explore the unique identity of landscapes, fostering designs that celebrate and revive the wild within Seattle’s urban fabric.

Nov 26, 2024 | parkways.seattle.gov | Karen O'Connor

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the community to provide input for the renovation of the  Miller Playfield Play Area. Please join us Wednesday, December 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Miller Community Center, 330 19th Ave E. to meet the design team and share your hopes and dreams for the future play area. This project will replace the existing play equipment, make necessary accessibility improvements, and install synthetic turf safety surfacing in the play area.

Nov 26, 2024 | parkways.seattle.gov | Karen O'Connor

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the community to provide input for the renovation of the play area at the Southwest Teen Life Center. Please join us Tuesday, December 10 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Southwest Teen Life Center, 2801 SW Thistle St. to meet the design team and share your hopes and dreams for the future play area.  All ages are encouraged to participate as we consider adding elements for teens at the site.

Nov 25, 2024 | parkways.seattle.gov | Karen O'Connor

Seattle Parks and Recreation, in partnership with the Seattle Department of Transportation, invites the community to attend a public meeting on Thursday, December 12, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center, 3800 Lake Washington Blvd S. The meeting will start with a presentation from City departments, followed by small group discussions with report outs from each group.