Amazing bands will rock Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Fest on Saturday, Aug. 26
One of the region’s premier blues music events returns to the shores of Des Moines on Saturday, Aug. 26, as the 8th Annual Poverty Bay Blues and Brews Fest rocks Des Moines Beach Park. Close to 20 craft breweries will provide the refreshments to enhance the enjoyment of four of the region’s top blues artists. According to the event’s musical director Steve Swank (pictured above), the featured bands have each garnered multiple awards from the blues community. They include Polly O’Keary and the Rhythm Method; the Stacy Jones Band; Willie and the Whips; and Lisa Mann. “Lisa Mann was recently honored with the ...
It’ll be Pina vs. Martinelli, Harris vs. Pennington, Buxton vs. Steinmetz & Harper vs. Mahoney Nov. 7
On Tuesday (Aug. 15), King County Elections released its final, certified election results for the Aug. 1 Primary Election, so now we know who will face off for Des Moines City Council in the General Election. The top two vote-getters – eight candidates in total – will face off for four open seats, with the voting deadline of Tuesday, Nov. 7. City of Des Moines • Ballots Counted: 5,213 * Registered Voters: 17,416 • 29.93 % Council Position No. 1: Matt Pina*: 2,651 • 53.81 % Anthony Martinelli: 1,195 • 24.25 % Curtis Harmon: 1,056 • 21.43 % Write-in: 25 • 0.51 % Council ...
Watch the Solar Eclipse at the Des Moines Library on Monday, Aug. 21
On Monday, Aug. 21, 2017 you can watch the total Solar Eclipse for FREE at the Des Moines Library, starting at 9:45 a.m.. This all ages, free event will run from 9:45 – 11 a.m., and – far as we know – is the only local viewing event in the Des Moines area. Don't miss this opportunity to view a solar eclipse! Join us outside the library at 9:45am on Monday morning to view the eclipse, weather permitting. The eclipse will be at its peak at around 10:20am. We'll gather in the "green" adjacent to the east side of the building. Pick up a pair of ...
FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Lonesome Places.
by Dave Markwell Last week I enjoyed a rare and precious experience for me: a vacation. I spent 10 days in the Eastern Washington heat surrounded by family and friends. I delighted in some golf and cards and meat and beer. I swam and read and threw balls for kids and dogs. I was unbathed and unconcerned, shirtless and shoeless, tan, a little drunk and all the way happy. It was sweeeet. The final weekend wrapped up with “Boy’s Weekend”, the annual debacle celebrating my best buddy, Dan’s, birthday. This is one of my favorite times of the year. It’s a ...
8th Annual Blues & Brews Festival will rock Des Moines Beach Park Sat., Aug. 26
The 8th Annual Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Festival will rock the waterfront at Des Moines Beach Park on Saturday, Aug. 26. Lisa Mann – winner of the prestigious 2016 Blues Music Award and the Oregon Music Hall of Fame Album of the Year – will headline the Rotary Club of Des Moines/Normandy Park's annual fundraiser. Here's a video of her band in action: [embed]https://youtu.be/5gq9qCepYTQ[/embed] Mann is one of four award-winning artists who will perform this year. The lineup also includes Polly O'Keary and The Rhythm Method, the Stacy Jones Band, and Willie & the Whips. Music begins at 12:30 p.m. and runs ...
Obliteride riders will cycle against cancer through area on Sunday, Aug. 13
Photos from the 2016 Obliteride by Scott Schaefer Obliteride bike riders will be cycling against cancer through the Normandy Park area on Sunday, Aug. 13 as part of the second leg of a two-day route that goes from Tacoma to Gasworks Park, raising funds to help Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center obliterate cancer. Here are details of the route from their website: You’ll see some of the best that Des Moines and Normandy Park have to offer. You’ll smell the ocean and the trees and see some beautiful homes and views. It’s a great hour of cycling. Then suddenly you find yourself in Burien ...
Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce: Networking in the Digital Age
By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce When my father was the owner of a small independent pharmacy he and I (when I was old enough) spent a large part of our time detailing, networking and marketing in person. We would schedule meetings with Doctors and clinic managers, passing out business cards and information on why they should refer patients to our pharmacy. He would attend Chamber events, belonged to several professional organizations, and worked hard to build personal relationships to grow the business. We didn’t have a website, buy TV spots or billboards, and there were no online reviews ...
SAVE THE DATE: Rotary Club’s ‘Blues & Brews Fest’ will be Saturday, Aug. 26!
Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Festival from Olav on Vimeo. One of the region’s premier blues and craft beer festivals returns on Saturday, Aug. 26, as the 8th Annual Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Festival rocks the waterfront at Des Moines Beach Park. Four award-winning bands/artist will be showcased, including Lisa Mann, winner of the prestigious 2016 Blues Music Award and the Oregon Music Hall of Fame Album of the Year. The lineup also includes Polly O'Keary and The Rhythm Method, the Stacy Jones Band, and Willie & The Whips. Music begins at 12:30 and runs until 8:00 PM with adult refreshments pouring ...
Jack Bermingham announces retirement as President of Highline College
In a letter to the college’s Board of Trustees on Thursday (July 27), Dr. Jack Bermingham announced his retirement as president of Highline College, effective next week. The board accepted the letter earlier Thursday during a special meeting held on campus. For the past several months, Bermingham, 68, has been on leave from the college to recuperate from open-heart surgery, which he underwent in December 2016. In an email to campus faculty and staff today, Bermingham said: “My recovery has taken longer than anticipated. Returning to my responsibilities as president of the college would necessarily be gradual, and I am already nearing the ...
Des Moines Theater holding Open House on Saturday, Aug. 26
The Des Moines Theater – bought and soon to be renovated by Artist/Developer Dan Spalding and Jeff Angell – will be holding an Open House on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017, starting at 2 p.m. This will be an opportunity to learn about this ambitious project to bring the historic theater back to life. Demolition work has begun, and developers anticipate beginning site preparation and foundation work later this year. "Recognizing the historic and sentimental value of the building, the existing structure will be refurbished, and square footage will be increased with the addition of two additional stories," City Manager Michael Matthias told The ...
Farmers Market Manager Rikki Marohl will be honored by council Aug. 24
Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market Market Manager Rikki Marohl (pictured above with former Mayor Bob Sheckler) has been selected to receive the 2016 Spirit of Des Moines Annual Achievement Award, “to... [Read more]
Amazing bands will rock Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Fest on Saturday, Aug. 26
One of the region’s premier blues music events returns to the shores of Des Moines on Saturday, Aug. 26, as the 8th Annual Poverty Bay Blues and Brews Fest rocks Des Moines Beach Park. Close to 20 craft... [Read more]
It’ll be Pina vs. Martinelli, Harris vs. Pennington, Buxton vs. Steinmetz & Harper vs. Mahoney Nov. 7
On Tuesday (Aug. 15), King County Elections released its final, certified election results for the Aug. 1 Primary Election, so now we know who will face off for Des Moines City Council in the General Election. The... [Read more]
Watch the Solar Eclipse at the Des Moines Library on Monday, Aug. 21
On Monday, Aug. 21, 2017 you can watch the total Solar Eclipse for FREE at the Des Moines Library, starting at 9:45 a.m.. This all ages, free event will run from 9:45 – 11 a.m., and – far as we know... [Read more]
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FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Lonesome Places.
by Dave Markwell Last week I enjoyed a rare and precious experience for me: a vacation. I spent 10 days in the Eastern Washington heat surrounded by family and friends. I delighted in some golf and cards... [Read more]
Wanolitto’s Musings for this Saturday’s Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market
The Saturday Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market is still in operation – it’s only the Wednesday market that has closed. Please also keep in mind we will validate 2 hours free parking…
VIDEO: Seattle Southside Chamber’s August Luncheon at Sea-Tac Airport
The Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce’s August Luncheon was held on Wednesday, Aug. 9 at Sea-Tac International Airport. Managing Director Lance Lyttle was the keynote speaker, and he spoke about... [Read more]
Battlefield Addiction holding Open House on Thursday, Aug. 31
Battlefield Addiction will be holding an Open House on Thursday, Aug. 31, from 4:30-7:30 p.m.: This will be a fun night of food, hanging out and learning more about these organizations and the faces behind... [Read more]
8th Annual Blues & Brews Festival will rock Des Moines Beach Park Sat., Aug. 26
The 8th Annual Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Festival will rock the waterfront at Des Moines Beach Park on Saturday, Aug. 26. Lisa Mann – winner of the prestigious 2016 Blues Music Award and the Oregon... [Read more]
UPDATE: Mount Rainier Pool remains closed through Fall for repairs
Des Moines’ Mount Rainier Pool is closed through the Fall for repairs, and here’s the latest update courtesy pool staff: Progress is being made in two key areas: First, the portable bulkhead... [Read more]
See ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ FREE at Des Moines Beach Park Sunday
See Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ for FREE this Sunday, Aug. 6, starting at 5 p.m. at Des Moines Beach Park. This comedy features “the bantering of two of his clearest... [Read more]
Obliteride riders will cycle against cancer through area on Sunday, Aug. 13
Photos from the 2016 Obliteride by Scott Schaefer Obliteride bike riders will be cycling against cancer through the Normandy Park area on Sunday, Aug. 13 as part of the second leg of a two-day route... [Read more]
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ELECTION 3: Looks like it’ll be Pina vs. Martinelli & Buxton vs. Steinmetz
The third round of results for Tuesday’s (Aug. 1) Primary Election were released at 4:02 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3, and with 25.17% counted, the standings in the race for Des Moines City Council remain... [Read more]
Still time to get Back to Scuba for Summer ’17 at TL Sea Diving event Aug. 15!
Come on out to TL Sea Diving’s ‘Discover Pool Night’ on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2017 from 7 – 10 p.m., and discover a Scuba intro, Dry Suit experiences, Peak Performance Buoyancy, and the... [Read more]
Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce: Networking in the Digital Age
By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce When my father was the owner of a small independent pharmacy he and I (when I was old enough) spent a large part of our time detailing,... [Read more]
ELECTION RESULTS 2: It’s still Pina vs. Martinelli & Buxton vs. Steinmetz
The second round of results for Tuesday’s (Aug. 1) Primary Election have been released, and with 23.39% counted, and the standings in the race for Des Moines City Council remain the same. The top... [Read more]
REMINDER: David Bowie tribute band ‘Bowie Vision’ at Beach Park TONIGHT!
REMINDER: The excellent David Bowie tribute band ‘Bowie Vision’ will perform for FREE tonight – Wed., Aug. 2, 2017 – at Des Moines Beach Park, starting at 7 p.m. Bring the whole family,... [Read more]
ELECTION RESULTS: So far it’s Pina vs Martinelli; Buxton vs Steinmetz
The first round of results for Tuesday’s (Aug. 1) Primary Election have been released, and with 19.63% of the votes counted, here’s how the Des Moines City Council race is shaping up. The top... [Read more]
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