Poverty Bay Wine Festival returns to where it all began on Fri.-Sat. March 6-7
The Poverty Bay Wine Festival will return to where it all began next Friday and Saturday, March 6–7, at the newly remodeled Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium. For the past decade, the Des Moines Rotary Club, (now known as the Des Moines-Normandy Park Rotary Club) has held its largest annual fundraising event – the Poverty Bay Wine Festival – to raise funds for important projects like the Highline Music4Life™ Program and many others. This year the club will celebrate its 11th year at the newly remodeled historic Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium at Des Moines Beach Park – the location of the ...
Mt. Rainier High School put into lockdown, evacuated Friday morning
A phone call bomb threat put Mt. Rainier High School into lockdown mode Friday morning, Feb. 27, according to Sgt. Doug Jenkins of the Des Moines Police Department. "At 8 a.m. police received a phone call saying that there was a bomb at Mt. Rainier High School," Jenkins told The Waterland Blog. "We contacted staff, evacuated the school, and police have been sweeping the school." It is unknown if this incident is related to a bomb threat received at Highline High School Friday morning as well; read about that here. Here are some relevant Tweets sent out by Police Chief George Delgado: @waterlandblog Students ...
Past the Popcorn: Will Smith Turns on the Charm in Warner Bros.’ Focus
by Jeff Walls The con-artist movie has been a popular sub-genre for movie stars to show up in and just be movie stars over the years. From Paul Newman and Robert Redford in 1973’s Oscar-winner The Sting to 2001’s Ocean’s Eleven—a con-artist movie disguised as a heist movie—these movies have been the perfect vehicle for popular and attractive stars to look cool, act cool, and be cool. In the history of movies, few stars have had a cooler persona than Will Smith and so it seems inevitable that he should grace the genre in this year’s Focus. Smith plays Nicky, a successful swindler ...
Our talented new Intern Sterling Paris will paint your face (or your kids’)!
We've been serving as Mentors to students at Big Picture High School since 2009, and this year we're proud to have Sterling Paris as our newest – and fourth – Intern. Sterling – who turns 16 today (HAPPY BIRTHDAY!) – is a resident of Des Moines, and as a gift to her we're posting an Ad for her face painting business. Here's her "Blogvertorial" story with more info: As a very generous birthday gift, my Mentor Scott gave me an Ad for my business: Some of you may know me as South King Media’s new Intern, and some of you may recognize me from ...
Past the Popcorn: Waterland Home Video Feature
Islander reviewed by Michael Brunk Eben Cole is a lobster fisherman, like his father and grandfather before him. Home is a small island off the coast of Maine where everyone knows everyone else. He puts in long hours working to support his wife and daughter, but he doesn’t mind. Being captain of his own fishing boat and working at sea is all he’s ever wanted out of life. It’s getting harder making ends meet, though. The catch is shrinking and competition from encroaching “mainlanders” is cutting into limited islander fishing grounds. With a reputation as a hothead already, it’s no surprise that ...
The Marine View Driver: Cruising in the Radio Flyer… er, Dodge Caliber
In which the author gets revenge on Cash for Clunkers. by Mike Smith I think I've written a little something about all the cars I've owned except one. My current car is probably the youngest used car I've ever purchased. The only time I ever bought a newer one was my 1992 Ford Tempo. The car that I'm driving now—actually, that my wife is driving—is a 2009 Dodge Caliber. Yes, we finally have a car from the current century! When our 1993 Buick got clobbered in a recent accident we had to get something else. My wife works in Kent and we live in ...
Past the Popcorn: Disney Gets “Team” Right in McFarland, USA
by Jeff Walls Disney has been successful with their inspirational sports dramas since 2000’s Remember the Titans, releasing one just about every year. They all feature good acting, well crafted stories, and happy endings. They are always based on a true story and all pretty much follow the same formula. As such, few of the individual movies stand out from any of the others to the public at large. If one of those movies happens to touch members of its audience on some kind of personal level, however, it can accelerate that particular film out of the pack and turn it into ...
Got your tix yet? Only 15 days remaining until the Poverty Bay Wine Festival!
You are invited to the 11th Annual Poverty Bay Wine Festival, coming to the Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium March 6-7! To purchase tickets, click here and save $5 with special early bird pricing! Proceeds benefit Des Moines Rotary and associated charities. Share Tweet Forward to Friend +1 Share As always, 100% of the net revenues generated by this event are used to fund the charitable activities of the Des Moines Rotary Club. Free parking and a free shuttle service will run from the Des Moines Marina to the Wine Festival both days.Wine Festival Tickets $35.00 includes ten tasting tokens (tastings range from 1 – 3 tokens). Additional tasting tokens available ...
Highline Schools Foundation seeking nominations for Gold Star Awards
The Highline Schools Foundation is seeking nominations for this year's Gold Star Awards, the theme of which will be “Own Your Impact,” and with the big event set for Friday, April 17. The deadline to nominate is Wednesday, March 4. Each year, Highline Schools Foundation invites civic, community and corporate leaders to a lively celebration to benefit students in Highline Public Schools. Emceed by Pete Fewing, Head Coach of the Seattle University Redhawks men’s soccer team, this year’s Gold Star Awards Breakfast on Friday, April 17th at Cedarbrook Lodge will entertain, challenge, and inspire all who attend. Highline Schools Foundation raises funds, gathers resources ...
Des Moines Police bust marijuana grow operation in abandoned house Monday
The Des Moines Police Department busted a marijuana grow operation in an apparently abandoned house near S. 223rd and 19th Ave S. on Monday, Feb. 16. "Our officers were dispatched to a 'suspicious subjects' call at that location," Sgt. Doug Jenkins told The Waterland Blog. "The reporting party didn’t recognize the people that were coming and going from the house. When the officers arrived, several people fled on foot but were quickly apprehended." Officers determined there was a large marijuana grow operation in the house. "It doesn’t appear that anyone was actually living in the house," Jenkins added. "It looks like the house ...
Poverty Bay Wine Festival returns to where it all began on Fri.-Sat. March 6-7
The Poverty Bay Wine Festival will return to where it all began next Friday and Saturday, March 6–7, at the newly remodeled Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium. For the past decade, the Des Moines Rotary... [Read more]
Mt. Rainier High School put into lockdown, evacuated Friday morning
A phone call bomb threat put Mt. Rainier High School into lockdown mode Friday morning, Feb. 27, according to Sgt. Doug Jenkins of the Des Moines Police Department. “At 8 a.m. police received a phone... [Read more]
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Berkshire Hathaway Open House: classic daylight/basement Burien Rambler
WLB Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Northwest’s Open House – set for both this Saturday and Sunday from Noon–3 p.m. – is a classic Daylight/Basement rambler in Burien! This... [Read more]
Past the Popcorn: Will Smith Turns on the Charm in Warner Bros.’ Focus
by Jeff Walls The con-artist movie has been a popular sub-genre for movie stars to show up in and just be movie stars over the years. From Paul Newman and Robert Redford in 1973’s Oscar-winner The... [Read more]
Our talented new Intern Sterling Paris will paint your face (or your kids’)!
We’ve been serving as Mentors to students at Big Picture High School since 2009, and this year we’re proud to have Sterling Paris as our newest – and fourth – Intern. Sterling – who... [Read more]
JOBS: Aacres holding hiring event on Thursday, March 5
Aacres will be holding an onsite hiring event on Thursday, March 5: Aacres was founded in 1974 on the philosophy of providing individualized community supports for people with developmental disabilities.... [Read more]
Past the Popcorn: Waterland Home Video Feature
Islander reviewed by Michael Brunk Eben Cole is a lobster fisherman, like his father and grandfather before him. Home is a small island off the coast of Maine where everyone knows everyone else. He puts... [Read more]
Highline College holding Health Care Job Fair on Wednesday, March 4
Highline College will be holding a Health Care Job Fair on Wednesday, March 4, from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in Building 8. Health care employers will be recruiting for part-time, full-time, on–call and... [Read more]
The Marine View Driver: Cruising in the Radio Flyer… er, Dodge Caliber
In which the author gets revenge on Cash for Clunkers. by Mike Smith I think I’ve written a little something about all the cars I’ve owned except one. My current car is probably the youngest... [Read more]
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Berkshire Hathaway Open House: 1-BD condo priced to sell at just $129,950!
WLB Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Northwest’s Open House – set for this Sunday from 1–4 p.m. – is a move-in ready, one-bedroom condo in the Viewcrest Community priced... [Read more]
Past the Popcorn: Disney Gets “Team” Right in McFarland, USA
by Jeff Walls Disney has been successful with their inspirational sports dramas since 2000’s Remember the Titans, releasing one just about every year. They all feature good acting, well crafted stories,... [Read more]
Got your tix yet? Only 15 days remaining until the Poverty Bay Wine Festival!
You are invited to the 11th Annual Poverty Bay Wine Festival, coming to the Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium March 6-7! To purchase tickets, click here and save $5 with special early bird pricing! Proceeds... [Read more]
Highline Schools Foundation seeking nominations for Gold Star Awards
The Highline Schools Foundation is seeking nominations for this year’s Gold Star Awards, the theme of which will be “Own Your Impact,” and with the big event set for Friday, April 17. The deadline... [Read more]
Learn about plans for future of Sea-Tac Airport at public meeting on March 4
The public is invited to come learn about plans for the future of Sea-Tac Airport on Wednesday, March 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Mount Rainier High School, located at 22450 19th Ave. S. in Des Moines. At this... [Read more]
Girl Scout Troop #50050 holding Italian Dinner fundraiser this Saturday night
Girl Scout Troop #50050 will be holding an Italian dinner, silent and dessert auction this Saturday night, Feb. 21, from 5 – 7 p.m. The all-you-can-eat fundraiser will be held at St. Philomena Parish... [Read more]
Des Moines Police bust marijuana grow operation in abandoned house Monday
The Des Moines Police Department busted a marijuana grow operation in an apparently abandoned house near S. 223rd and 19th Ave S. on Monday, Feb. 16. “Our officers were dispatched to a ‘suspicious... [Read more]
Past the Popcorn: Waterland Home Video Feature
America’s Heart and Soul reviewed by Mike Smith (with Greg Wright) Cynics, stand aside. This is an exhilarating movie. For those willing to open their eyes to beauty and grace, Louis Schwartzberg’s... [Read more]
Enter to win two FREE tickets to the Mar. 6-7 Poverty Bay Wine Festival!
You are invited to the 11th Annual Poverty Bay Wine Festival, coming to Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium on March 6-7! To purchase tickets, click here and save $5 with special early bird pricing. Proceeds... [Read more]
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