Plymouth Healing Communities bid a fond farewell to the month of July with its annual community-building summer picnic. On July 31st, residents, board members, volunteers, and guests gathered at the Argonaut House for food, fun, and dancing.
The Argonaut House’s shared community space was perfect for those preferring to gather indoors, thanks to several of Seattle's generous volunteers who gave the community space a makeover on MLK Day.
The backyard provided plenty of room for guests to eat, mingle and dance, and the weather was ideal for those preferring the outdoors. People found conversation areas were set up with tables and chairs throughout the backyard, and guests who brought camping chairs opted to sit and visit under the yard’s magnificent tree.
Guests enjoyed sandwiches from Husky Deli, a West Seattle mainstay for three generations, while Seattle's own radio personality and DJ, Sergio Lacour, played old-school dance music.
A resident and her companion are all smiles at the Argonaut House picnic.
The day's worries faded as music and laughter filled the air.
As the festivities started to wind down, it was clear that the residents could have danced all night as cries for “just one more” prompted the DJ to extend his playlist.
Plymouth Healing Communities continually embraces opportunities to surround its residents in its ever-growing diverse, supportive community for their growth and healing.
We invite you to join us for another opportunity to experience the healing power of community at our annual fundraiser, Night of Hope, on Thursday, September 21. Once again, there will be food, fun, and dancing with an additional bonus. Special guests Rev. Dr. Kelle Brown, Senior Pastor of Plymouth Church, UCC, and the City of Seattle’s Deputy Mayor Greg Wong will speak to the importance of communal support for those experiencing mental illness and housing instability. To ensure your attendance, please reserve your seat by September 13. Although there is no cost to attend, a donation of $100 or more will be requested during the event, with all proceeds going to support Plymouth Healing Communities’ housing and circles of support. If you can’t join us on September 21, please donate.
A companion and her resident take a break from the festivities for a photo.
To learn more about PHC and all we do to support those living with mental illness and housing instability, visit http://plyhc.org/.
“This is the best party we’ve had here!”