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  • Pst… did you know…

    It’s BOUT WEEK!

    (Have you gotten your tickets yet?)

     

    And now, something you maybe didn’t know:

    Every (non-fundraiser) bout, Jet City holds a 50/50 raffle with our fans. Throughout the first and second bouts, two of our Jet City skaters walk around the bleachers accepting cash to put into the pot. Then, during half time of the second bout, a lucky ticket is drawn and the holder recieves half of what was collected that bout! The other half goes to a local, non-profit organization of our choosing.

    And for this Valentine season, we wanted to show some love to our furry/feathered/scaley friends and those seeking to help them at Bella’s Voice!

    Bella’s Voice is a local nonprofit located in Lynnwood Washington, who focuses on animal welfare. They aim to improve the lives of all animals through donations, education and outreach. 
    Stop by their booth during the bout to get more information, give a donation, or to just say hello!
    And for you thrifty shoppers out there, you can further show your support by visiting their thrift store in Lynnwood.

    And of course, don’t forget to bring cash for that 50/50 raffle!

    Not only will you be donating to a good cause; you yourself could walk away with half of the pot!

    See you all Saturday!

     

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  • Season Opener is THIS SATURDAY!

    Season Opener is THIS SATURDAY!

     

    This year, Seattle seemed to cheat us out of a Summer season. But with the arrival of Fall comes Jet City Roller Derby’s Season 13! This Saturday, both home teams will face off against some very fierce and worthy opponents!

    Did I just say THIS Saturday?!

    That’s just TWO DAYS AWAY!!

    Yes, and it’s NOT TOO LATE to grab an online ticket to beat those at-the-door prices!

     

    Come Early!

    Don’t miss the Aviators as they start the evening off against the Overbeaters Anonymous! OBA pride themselves on skillfully throwing their weight around to beat their opponents, but Aviators finished last season with a strong undefeated streak! We’ll see which one is hungrier for the win!
    First whistle blows at 5pm!

    Stay Late!

    Continue the excitement as the Skyraiders go up against Grunge City Rollers! Skyraiders are bringing out some new faces and fresh skills. Grunge City isn’t going to know what hit them!

     

    Cat Lovers!

    During the bout, check out our friends at the Kitty Korner Cat Rescue & Lounge, a new Edmonds based Kitty Cafe!

    Seattle area’s newest cat cafe/lounge and rescue! Come relax and love on some kitties, or better yet, adopt one and give them their furever home!

    They are here as our first bout’s 50:50 raffle sponsor!
    So come by their table for more information, show them your love and support, or simply chat cats! And don’t forget to flag down our raffle folk to get in your money before the drawing. Half of the winnings will go to you, and half will go to the Kitty Korner Cat Rescue & Lounge!

     

    This is just the beginning!

    Think you’ll be coming to all 7 home bouts? Get yourself a Season Pass! They’re still available!

     

    Catch all the action at:

    Seaview Gym

    Edmonds Community College

    20000 68th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98036

     

  • Derby Book Club!

    Last month, four Snohomish elementary schools hosted book club meetings after their students read Rollergirl, a popular graphic novel by former Rose City (Portland) skater Victoria Jamieson aka Minnie the Pow. At the schools’ invitation, Jet City Roller Derby sent Angelica Della Morte, Adelaide Herout, Whoa Nellie!, Chic-lets Rock and Twisted Spinster over to share their love of derby with the students.

    The students discussed how the main character in the book changed throughout the story before making up their own roller derby names and enjoying roller derby-themed snacks (bloody band-aid graham crackers). Some students even “dyed” their hair like the book’s heroine using hair chalk while everyone enjoyed posing for their roller derby portraits in the hand-painted skater cut-out made by our own Angelica Della Morte.

    Our league loved meeting these enthusiastic young fans of reading and roller derby! We encouraged them to come watch a bout in person, so if you see them in the stands ask them to tell you all about Rollergirl!

    You can check out more of Victoria Jamieson’s work at her website here: http://www.victoriajamieson.com/roller-derby-comics/

  • Charity Spot Light: Cacoon House

    Charity Spot Light: Cacoon House

     

    Cocoon House

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    Cocoon House is a local non-profit that serves at-risk and homeless youth and their families in Snohomish County. Cocoon House provides Outreach, Housing, and Prevention programs to break the cycle of homelessness in our communities. Visit their website for more information.