Crawl before you run at the ‘Cove to Clover’ Pub Crawl on Friday, March 14
What better way to prepare for the March 16 "Cove to Clover Classic" 5k fundraiser run than by crawling in the benefit Pub Crawl in Burien on Friday, March 14? That's right - there just isn't a better way, so be sure to mark your calendars for 5 p.m.+ on Friday, March 14 for what is sure to make a "great excuse for your poor upcoming performance on Snake Hill..." Crawl Fee (100% goes to charity): $10 - Pre-register online for best price $15 - Night of Crawl Registration from 5-8 p.m. (at The Tin Room) Crawlers recieve: Official Crawl Bib # Drink and food specials ...
Business park, housing projects brighten Des Moines future
by Jack Mayne The Des Moines financial malaise appears to be nearing an end with approval of the first phase of the city’s business park master plan and developers nearing actual construction of upwards of nearly 160 housing units. [caption id="" align="alignright" width="150"] City Manager Tony Piasecki[/caption] City Manager Tony Piasecki says “some real interesting things are going on” on older potential developments that have been on hold during the financial crisis but now are coming back to life. “The … big and exciting” development is at the Des Moines Business Park by Panattoni, a California based private real estate company that will develop ...
Des Moines Legacy Foundation’s annual ‘Sports Night’ will be Friday, March 21
We Need You, at Sports Night! Here’s your opportunity to make a difference and have a night out. The Des Moines Legacy Foundation will be hosting the annual Sports Night Dinner and Auction event on Friday, March 21 to raise money for scholarships for youth to participate in character building recreation programs. This year, wear your school colors OR ride the Super Bowl win and pump it up from 12 to 13 for kids with your Hawks gear! No matter what you choose, this night will be one for the record books including: Silent and Live Auction with Auctioneer Stephen Kilbreath Delicious Gourmet Dinner ...
FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: French toast.
by Dave Markwell It was a morning of much to do. Contemplating the shape of my day with a sense of urgency and intention was happening. I had a long list of stuff I wanted to get done. Successfully completing these tasks was going to require some planning. And that’s what I was doing when my daughter woke up. She stood at the banister at the top of the stairs and with her sleepy eyes and sleepy voice, hoarsely whispered, “French toast”. I knew what this meant. Each night, while I tuck her into bed, she details her/my breakfast plans. She is ...
Recycling Collection Event coming to Des Moines Marina Saturday, March 15
A Recycling Collection Event is coming to the Des Moines Marina on Saturday, March 15, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Here's a poster with more details (click image to view larger version):
City holding Open House on Pacific Highway Subarea Plan on Wed., March 26
The City of Des Moines will host an Open House to discuss the Pacific Highway South Subarea Planning process on Wednesday, March 26. The open house will be held from 5 – 7 p.m. at Highline Community College, Building 2, 2400 South 240th Street in Des Moines. At the open house interested parties can: Discuss a potential mixed use/employment center around South 240th Street and Pacific Highway South; Learn about the planning process; and Provide feedback on future land use, zoning, development opportunities and housing choices. For more information contact Nikole Coleman-Porter at ncoleman@desmoineswa.gov or (206) 870-6551 or visit www.desmoineswa.gov.
SW King Coalition Against Trafficking announces new educational program
The SW King Coalition Against Trafficking (SWKCAT) – a local group aimed at stopping sex trafficking in our area – announced this week that they will be rolling out a new educational program called 'Deceptions.' Carri Litowitz and Candace Nault recently met with Highline School Administrator Carla Jackson and about 20 others in the district to show them the program. 'Deceptions' was made by Jim Grenfell (Aware Inc), and is a three day, one hour a day, interactive program on the grooming process that is used by pimps to lure kids into the commercial sex trade. It is based on "Melissa's" ...
Male voyeur arrested in women’s restroom of Des Moines Library Thursday
On Thursday (Feb. 27), a man – wearing women's clothing – was arrested in the women's restroom of the Des Moines Library (located at 21620 11th Ave S.) for Voyeurism with a cell phone camera. Des Moines Police say they received a 911 call from a patron at the library, who had been in the women’s restroom and noticed a cell phone camera lens pointed into the restroom stall she was in. The phone was in the stall next to her and was aimed so that it was looking between the gap in the back wall of the restroom and the ...
Breeders Theater returns with ‘Tolstory’ at Beach Park Auditorium in April
Breeders Theater is back with a new show for spring – 'Tolstory' – written by T.M. Sell with music by Nancy Warren. Tolstory is a little bit Tolstoy and a tiny bit Toy Story, as four Russian nesting dolls narrate the life of Katarina Karenin, your typical Russian infant/teen/young woman/older woman. Tolstory is directed by Teresa Widner Hicks, and features the talents of Deena Chapman, Terri Fincham Conner, Laura Smith, and Erika Zabelle. The show runs April 4, 5, 11 and 12 at 7 p.m. and April 6 and 13 at 2 p.m. at the Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium, 22030 Cliff Ave. ...
Seattle Southside opens new Visitor Center in Westfield Southcenter
On Wednesday, Feb. 26, Seattle Southside Visitor Services (SSVS), the official tourism organization for the cities of Tukwila, SeaTac and Des Moines, opened a new Visitor Center in Westfield Southcenter, which will be able to assist and influence more travelers in the Seattle Southside region. Complimentary Visitor Center services include restaurant recommendations; hotel reservation assistance and referrals; directions; brochures; maps and sightseeing guides; transportation guidance; advice on museums and entertainment – and details on how to get tickets; tour bookings; tips, suggestions and advice on area attractions and ticket information; and expert knowledge on local events, sports, festivals and activities. [caption id="attachment_71520" ...
Crawl before you run at the ‘Cove to Clover’ Pub Crawl on Friday, March 14
What better way to prepare for the March 16 “Cove to Clover Classic” 5k fundraiser run than by crawling in the benefit Pub Crawl in Burien on Friday, March 14? That’s right – there... [Read more]
Business park, housing projects brighten Des Moines future
by Jack Mayne The Des Moines financial malaise appears to be nearing an end with approval of the first phase of the city’s business park master plan and developers nearing actual construction of upwards... [Read more]
Des Moines Legacy Foundation’s annual ‘Sports Night’ will be Friday, March 21
We Need You, at Sports Night! Here’s your opportunity to make a difference and have a night out. The Des Moines Legacy Foundation will be hosting the annual Sports Night Dinner and Auction event on... [Read more]
FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: French toast.
by Dave Markwell It was a morning of much to do. Contemplating the shape of my day with a sense of urgency and intention was happening. I had a long list of stuff I wanted to get done. Successfully completing... [Read more]
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This Week’s Berkshire Hathaway Open House: 3-BD Redondo view home!
WLB Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Northwest’s Open House – set for this Sunday, March 9 – is a Redondo Beach home with a 180-degree view from 3 decks, one of which is off... [Read more]
Recycling Collection Event coming to Des Moines Marina Saturday, March 15
A Recycling Collection Event is coming to the Des Moines Marina on Saturday, March 15, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Here’s a poster with more details (click image to view larger version): Read More →
City holding Open House on Pacific Highway Subarea Plan on Wed., March 26
The City of Des Moines will host an Open House to discuss the Pacific Highway South Subarea Planning process on Wednesday, March 26. The open house will be held from 5 – 7 p.m. at Highline Community... [Read more]
LETTER: ‘Why should you come to the Des Moines Elementary Spring Auction?’
[EDITOR'S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Waterland Blog nor its staff:] Why should you come to the Des Moines Elementary... [Read more]
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LEGAL TIP: You may need to file for Bankruptcy before filing for Divorce
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SW King Coalition Against Trafficking announces new educational program
The SW King Coalition Against Trafficking (SWKCAT) – a local group aimed at stopping sex trafficking in our area – announced this week that they will be rolling out a new educational program called... [Read more]
Male voyeur arrested in women’s restroom of Des Moines Library Thursday
On Thursday (Feb. 27), a man – wearing women’s clothing – was arrested in the women’s restroom of the Des Moines Library (located at 21620 11th Ave S.) for Voyeurism with a cell phone camera. Des... [Read more]
FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Wasted Time.
by Dave Markwell Last night, I had to make a drive that I did not want to make. Following another long day in an already long week, I was required to travel for three hours delivering my daughter to my... [Read more]
Breeders Theater returns with ‘Tolstory’ at Beach Park Auditorium in April
Breeders Theater is back with a new show for spring – ‘Tolstory‘ – written by T.M. Sell with music by Nancy Warren. Tolstory is a little bit Tolstoy and a tiny bit Toy Story, as four Russian... [Read more]
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This Week’s Berkshire Hathaway Open House: 3-BD Redondo Beach Cottage!
WLB Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Northwest’s Open House – set for both this Saturday and Sunday – is a beautifully updated 3 bedroom Cape Cod style beach cottage across... [Read more]
Seattle Southside opens new Visitor Center in Westfield Southcenter
On Wednesday, Feb. 26, Seattle Southside Visitor Services (SSVS), the official tourism organization for the cities of Tukwila, SeaTac and Des Moines, opened a new Visitor Center in Westfield Southcenter,... [Read more]
Des Moines Rotarians deliver illustrated dictionaries to 3rd graders
This month, Des Moines Rotarians visited every Highline elementary school in their city and came bearing gifts: a beautifully illustrated children’s dictionary for each third grader…
Vehicular Homicide suspect changes plea in 2012 high speed crash
On Tuesday (Feb. 25), Yichun Xu changed his plea to ‘Guilty’ to charges of vehicular homicide, as well as three counts of reckless endangerment for a Nov. 10, 2012 collision in Des Moines that... [Read more]
REMINDER: Register for ‘Cove to Clover Classic’ before Friday to win M’s tickets
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