South Lake Union Block Party August 10, 2012

South Lake Union Block Party set for August 10.

The 8th Annual (free) SLU Block Party is presented by Amazon.com, will benefit Plymouth Housing Group.

Don’t miss the eighth installment for one of Seattle’s hottest summertime celebrations – the South Lake Union Block Party. Amazon.com is the presenting sponsor for this action-packed event that is expected to attract more than 7,500+ attendees.

This FREE event will feature a full day of outdoor activities and entertainment for all ages. New and familiar faces from South Lake Union will gather to enjoy fresh and delicious food from the local neighborhood eateries, a beer garden hosted by Tom Douglas’s Brave Horse Tavern, a burger grilling competition, kid’s activities and playground, an outdoor movie and…the list goes on!

ACTIVITIES:
• Burger Grilling Competition, presented by Whole Foods Market, with five competitors from South Lake Union and celebrity judges

• Several local restaurants and food trucks will offer a variety of delights

• Brave Horse Tavern Beer Garden

• Cinema on the Lawn: Dazed and Confused (Rated R)

• Vendors and kids’ area activities

• Full list of food vendors and food trucks available at www.slublockparty.com

WHAT ELSE:
Proceeds from this year’s SLU Block Party will benefit Plymouth Housing Group.
Plymouth Housing Group is a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing permanent, supportive housing to chronically-homeless adults. Today, Plymouth serves nearly 1,000 formerly-homeless adults living in 12 apartment buildings in Seattle. All residents have access to personalized counseling and caring support on their journey out of homelessness.

In early 2013, Plymouth will open it 13th building, the new Williams Apartments, in South Lake Union, creating 81 new homes. More than half of the apartments will be reserved for homeless veterans who are working towards stability and healthier futures.

CONTACT: Colleen Quinn – The Fearey Group; (206) 343-1543, [email protected]

Official Website: http://www.slublockparty.com