Going to Starbucks For a Cup of Joe? Check In While You Are There June 1-10 To Help Ensure An AIDS-Free Generation By 2015

Starting today, June 1st, and running through Sunday, June 10th, Starbucks will be donating $1 per foursquare® check in at their US and Canada locations to the (RED) Rush to Zero Campaign to fight AIDS.

The campaign is a partnership between Starbucks, the foursquare® service and the (RED) Organization, and all the money raised will be donated to Global Fund to help meet the goal of ensuring an AIDS-free generation by 2015. What a great idea, and how easy to help– just check in using the foursquare® mobile app each time you go to Starbucks during the next 10 days. The goal is to raise $250,000.

South End of Mercer Island on a Gorgeous, Sunny Day

The south end of Mercer Island is home to Pioneer Park, a community favorite for walks, hikes, biking and horse back riding. Stop by the south end Starbucks before strolling through the park. It’s located in the shopping center across SE 68th Street from the NW Quadrant of Pioneer Park. What a relaxing way to enjoy a sunny, early spring afternoon!

 Here’s a south end water view featuring a wind-shaped madrona tree. Breath-taking! Mercer Island is a beautiful community; on sunny PNW days, the island’s natural elements are incredible.

Photos Courtesy of Erin Ewing